Garmin GRMNAIS600 User Manual
AIS 600 Instructions
Use these instructions to program and install the Garmin
Compare the contents of this package with the packing list on the box. If any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately.
When navigating, carefully compare information provided by the unit to all available navigation sources, including information from visual
sightings, local waterway rules and restrictions, and maps. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions before continuing
navigation.
Use this unit only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt to use the unit for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance,
location, or topography.
This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
reproductive harm. This Notice is provided in accordance with California’s Proposition 65. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for more information.
Wear safety goggles and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
To prevent possible damage to your equipment, the VHF antenna must be connected to the AIS 600 before transmitting. This ensures that the
power output to the antenna port dissipates properly when transmitting.
Electromagnetic Energy Exposure and Antenna Mounting
The AIS 600 generates and radiates radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy (EME). Failure to observe these guidelines may expose
persons to RF radiation absorption exceeding the maximum permissible exposure (MPE).
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AIS 600 marine Automatic Identication System (AIS) Class B transponder device.
WARNING
CAUTION
Notice
Garmin declares an MPE radius of 59 in. (1.5 m.) for this system, which was determined using 2 watts output to an omni-directional 9 dBi gain
antenna. The antenna should be installed such that a distance of 59 in. (1.5 m) is maintained between the antenna and all persons.
When sharing the VHF antenna with a VHF radio, refer to the documentation provided with the radio for additional MPE information specic
to the installed VHF radio.
WARNING:
Radio operators with cardiac pacemakers, life-support machines, or electrical medical equipment should not be exposed to excessive radiofrequency elds.
Operate the device in accordance with the instructions supplied.
Notice
The device complies with internationally recognized standards covering human exposure to electromagnetic elds from radio devices.
Check with the local authorities for any antenna or operational restrictions that may apply.
Safe Compass Distance
Ensure that you install the AIS 600 transceiver box at least 15
correctly when the device is operating.
3
/4 in. (40 cm) from any compass. Test your compass to verify that it operates
Licensing Requirements
In many countries, the operation of an AIS device is included in the VHF license provisions. Therefore, the vessel on which the AIS 600 is
installed must possess a current VHF license that lists the AIS system, the vessel Call Sign, and the vessel MMSI number. Contact the relevant
authority in your country to ensure that your VHF license covers the AIS 600 device.
December 2009 190-01151-00 Rev. B Printed in Germany
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Programming the AIS 600
Before the AIS 600 can be used on a boat, it must be programmed with a unique MMSI number and with additional vessel-specic static data.
The AIS 600 should be programmed by an authorized marine-electronics dealer or installer. Use the AIS 600 Setup Software on the included
CD-ROM to program the AIS 600.
Notice
In the USA, it is prohibited under FCC regulations to enter incorrect or improper data, and it is prohibited for any person other than
the manufacturer or the installing dealer to input Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) data.
It is a violation of the rules of the Federal Communications Commission to input an MMSI that has not been properly assigned to the user, or to
otherwise input any inaccurate data in this device.
Preparing the AIS 600 and the PC for Programming
PC Requirements
Microsoft® Windows® 2000 or newer; minimum 32 MB of RAM; minimum 10 MB of free hard drive space.
To connect the AIS 600 to a PC for programming:
1. Connect the AIS 600 transceiver box to a 12 or 24 Vdc power source using the power/data cable (see page 5).
2. Use the included mini USB cable to connect the USB port on the AIS 600 transceiver box to a USB port on your computer. The Windows
Found New Hardware Wizard runs automatically.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver automatically.
Installing the AIS 600 Setup Software:
1. Insert the CD-ROM provided with the AIS 600 into your computer. The Installation Wizard for the AIS 600 Setup Software runs automatically.
NOTE: To run the AIS 600 programming Setup Software installer manually, run the Setup.exe le on the CD-ROM.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the AIS 600 Setup Software on your computer.
Assigning Data to the AIS 600
The AIS 600 must be programmed with a valid vessel MMSI number before use. Until a valid MMSI number is programmed, the AIS 600 will
operate in silent mode only. When in silent mode, the AIS 600 will not transmit position data, though it can still receive AIS signals. Optionally,
the AIS 600 will transmit the following static vessel data when assigned:
Vessel name
•
Vessel call sign
•
Vessel type
•
Vessel dimensions (including the location of the GPS antenna on the boat)
•
To begin communication with the AIS 600:
1. Ensure that the AIS 600 transceiver box is connected to a 12 or 24 Vdc power source using the power/data cable, and that it is connected to
the PC using the included mini USB cable.
2. Launch the AIS 600 Setup Software. An icon was placed on the desktop when you installed the software.
3. Click Connect in the Connection and Status window.
To assign an MMSI number to the AIS 600:
NOTE: After you save the assigned MMSI number to the AIS 600, the MMSI number cannot be changed.
1. On the Static Data tab of the AIS 600 Setup Software, enter a nine-digit MMSI number in the MMSI eld.
2. Click Save data to AIS600.
To program static vessel data on the AIS 600:
NOTE: Vessel static data, unlike an MMSI number, can be reprogrammed if necessary.
1. On the Static Data tab of the AIS 600 Setup Software, enter the vessel name, the vessel call sign, the type of vessel, and the location of the
GPS antenna on the vessel.
2. Click Save data to AIS600.
To complete the programming process:
1. From the File menu of the AIS 600 Setup Software, select Exit.
2. Disconnect the AIS 600 transceiver box from the computer.
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** The AIS 600 does not need to be installed alongside a VHF radio, but they can share the same VHF antenna if they are both installed on your boat.
Notes:
* The AIS 600 must be connected to the included GA 30 GPS antenna. The AIS 600 does not share GPS information with any other devices on the boat. If you have a chartplotter
on your boat, it must receive GPS information from a separate antenna, such as a GPS 17x.
mode and SRM
message wiring
assignments
(optional - not included)
See page 8 for silent
(optional - not included)
SRM message switch
Silent-mode switch
NMEA 2000 drop cable
(not included)
GA 30 GPS antenna*
(included)
AIS 600 Wiring Layout: AIS 600 Connected to a Chartplotter Through a NMEA 2000 Network
RF cable to VHF antenna
12 or 24 Vdc
AIS 600 power/data cable
(included)
NMEA 2000 network power
(not included)
VHF radio power
NMEA 2000 network—page 7
Chartplotter power
(included)
(optional - not
VHF radio**
included)
RF interconnect cable
(optional* - not included)
GPS 17x GPS antenna
(optional - not
Chartplotter
included)
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AIS 600 Wiring Layout: AIS 600 Connected to a Garmin Chartplotter Through
NMEA 0183
GA 30 GPS antenna*
(included)
RF cable to VHF antenna
(not included)
RF interconnect cable
(included)
VHF radio**
(optional - not
included)
AIS 600 transceiver box
Silent-mode switch
(optional - not included)
SRM switch
(optional - not included)
See page 8 for silent mode and
Safety-Related Message (SRM)
wiring assignments
VHF radio power
12 or 24 Vdc
Wire color [function]
Gray [Tx A (+)]
Pink [Tx B (-)]
Yellow
[power toggle]
Chartplotter power
Wire color [function]***
White [Rx A (+)]
Orange/White [Rx B (-)]
Orange
[power toggle]
Garmin NMEA 0183-
compatible chartplotter
(optional - not included)
Notes:
* The AIS 600 must be connected to the included GA 30 GPS antenna. The AIS 600 does not share GPS information with any other devices
on the boat. If you have a chartplotter on your boat, it must receive GPS information from a separate antenna, such as a GPS 17x.
** The AIS 600 does not need to be installed alongside a VHF radio, but they can share the same VHF antenna if they are both installed on
your boat.
*** The listed wire colors are for the NMEA 0183 Port 1 input on a Garmin GPSMAP 4000/5000/6000/7000 series chartplotter. Refer to the
installation instructions provided with your Garmin chartplotter if you want to wire the AIS 600 to a different model of Garmin chartplotter or to
a different NMEA 0183 port on a GPSMAP 4000/5000/6000/7000 series chartplotter.
If you are connecting the AIS 600 to a non-garmin chartplotter, see page 8 for detailed wiring assignments.
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