Furuno IF-1500AIS User Manual

AIS INTERFACE

IF-1500AIS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Instructions for the Operator

WARNING

Do not disassemble or modify the equipment.

Fire, electrical shock or serious injury can result.

Immediately turn off the power at the switchboard if the equipment is emitting smoke or fire.

Continued use of the equipment can cause fire or electrical shock. Contact a FURUNO agent for service.

Make sure no rain or water splash leaks into the equipment.

Fire or electrical shock can result if water leaks in the equipment.

Safety Instructions for the Installer

WARNING

Turn off the power at the switchboard before beginning the installation.

Fire or electrical shock can result if the power is left on.

Do not install the equipment where it may get wet from rain or water splash.

Water in the equipment can result in fire, electrical shock or damage the equipment.

Be sure that the power supply is compatible with the voltage rating of the equipment.

Connection of an incorrect power supply can cause fire or damage the equipment.

Keep heater away from equipment.

A heater may melt the power cord, which can result in fire or electrical shock.

Do not place liquid-filled containers on the top of the equipment.

Fire or electrical shock can result.

CAUTION

Observe the following compass safe distances to prevent interference to a magnetic compass:

Standard Steering compass compass

0.55 m 0.35 m

Foreword

FURUNO Electric Company thanks you for purchasing the IF-1500AIS AIS Interface. We are confident you will discover why the FURUNO name has become synonymous with quality and reliability.

Your equipment is designed and constructed to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environment. However, no machine can perform its intended function unless properly installed and maintained. Please carefully read and follow the installation and maintenance procedures set forth in this manual.

Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO.

Features

The IF-1500AIS enables connection of the FURUNO AIS Transponder FA-100 to the NavNet2 Series radars to display AIS information on the radar and plotter displays. AIS target data input from the transponder are selected and sorted (by range, CPA/TCPA ,etc.), format-converted and then output to the NavNet2 series radar.

Equipment List

Name Type Code No. Qty Remarks

Sta ndard supply

AIS Interface IF-1500AIS — 1 Installation

Materials

Spare Parts SP14-03301 004-000-730 1 set

Optional supply

Cable Assy. MJ-A15A3F0013-035-3A 000-145-880 1 Cable Assy. MJ-A7SPF0003-050 000-136-730 1 Cable Assy. MJ-A6SPF0012-050 000-134-424 1 Cable Assy. MJ-A6SPF0012-100 000-133-817 1

CP14-06500 000-040-013 1 set 1) Cable assy.

MJ-A15A3F0013-035-3A MJ-A7SPF0003-050 MJ-A6SPF0012-050

2) Self-tapping screws 4x16, 4 pcs.

System Configuration

Cable MJ-A6SPF0012-050 (5 m)*

* 10 m cable optionally available

NavNet2 Series

Radar, Plotter

AIS Transponder FA-100

Cable MJ-A7SPF0003-050 (5 m)

IF-1500AIS

Cable MJ-A15A3F0013-035

12-24 VDC

Mounting

The unit can be mounted on a desktop or a bulkhead. When choosing a mounting location, keep in mind the following points:

• Consider cable lengths.

• Choose a location away from rain and water splash and one which is not in direct

sunlight.

• Observe the maintenance space noted in the outline drawing to facilitate servicing.

• Observe the compass safe distances noted in the safety instructions at the beginning of

this manual.

Fix the unit to the mounting location with four self-tapping screws (4x16). Connect cables referring to the interconnection diagram. Run a ground wire (local supply) between the ground terminal and ship’s superstructure.

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