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AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL

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AIS PART NUMBER

AISA1000-10 AISA3000-10

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AIS Hardware I&O Manual 165M0014-10

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“This Automatic Identification System (AIS) Products/Technology is being exported from the United States in accordance with the Export Administration Regualtions (ECCN #7E994), No License Required (NLR). Diversion contrary to U.S. law is prohibited. In accordance with U.S. Law (Title 15 CFR Part 746 and Supplement No. 1 to Part 774; and Title 31 CFR) resale/reexport or transfer to certain designated countries is prohibited without the prior written consent of the U.S. Department of Commerce.”

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FCC Certification

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules.

FCCID for this product is: IB2AISA3

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REVISIONS

Rev. Reason/Description Requested/

Date Changed By

2 Further defines power consumption and TX power specifications DM/MR 7/14/09

3 Adds AISA3000-10 as a model covered by this manual; adds a note

concerning the default value of password requirement (in Section

2.1.4.3; clarifies the title of Section 2.1.4.14; adds Section 2.1.4.17, which describes inversion of the LCD display; adds Section

2.1.4.18, which describes the LCD test screen.

4 Adds description of Display Status Indicator feature on LCD

display (in Section 2.1.3.1); updates all MKD screen shots in Section 2 to reflect current firmware version.

Corrects several typographical errors. SC/MR 11/22/10

6 Adds FCC statement. SS/MR 3/16/11

DM,SC/MR 8/18/10

DM,SC, JS /MR

10/4/10

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GENERAL

This product and related documentation must be reviewed for familiarization with safety markings and instructions before operation.

This board was constructed in an ESD (electro–static discharge) protected environment. This is because most of the semiconductor devices used in this board are susceptible to damage by static discharge.

Depending on the magnitude of the charge, device substrates can be punctured or destroyed by contact or mere proximity of a static charge. The results can cause degradation of device performance, early failure, or immediate destruction.

These charges are generated in numerous ways such as simple contact, separation of materials, and normal motions of persons working with static sensitive devices.

When handling or servicing equipment containing static sensitive devices, adequate precautions must be taken to prevent device damage or destruction.

Only those who are thoroughly familiar with industry accepted techniques for handling static sensitive devices should attempt to service circuitry with these devices.

In all instances, measures must be taken to prevent static charge build–up on work surfaces and persons handling the devices.

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SECTION 1

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AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS)

INTRODUCTION

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1.1. General

The L-3 ProTec is an Automatic Identification System transponder which is fully compliant to the technical specifications defined by the IMO and outlined in ITU.R.M 1371-1. The transponder employs the latest radio frequency and Self Organized Time Division Multiple Access (SOTDMA) and DSC controller technology to provide a high performance, automated, and reliable identification system for commercial mariners. The Transponder is a fully automated system which ties into ship’s navigational instruments to provide automatic transmission of ships identity, status, and maneuvering intentions via standard marine VHF communication techniques. Sequencing of transmission between all vessels within VHF range is provided through SOTDMA controlling software to handle high traffic volume situations.

The Transponder is a fully automated system. This means that once it is installed and turned on, no maintenance is required to keep it operational. The only time the user needs to perform any function on the transponder is to change the ship’s Vessel/Voyage data as required.

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ProTec AIS Introduction

1.1.1. System Overview

The L-3 ProTec is an Automatic Identification System fully compliant with the IMO specifications defined in IMO MSC.74(69) Annex 3, IEC 61993-2, and ITU.R M.1371-1. This AIS transponder has been developed using technology applied in the design of our VHF DSC Class A radio, a design which has been field tested for over a decade with over 10,000 units operational in the field. With the addition of the SOTDMA controllers, the L-3 ProTec provides a cost-effective AIS solution which will meet the needs of any vessel required to carry AIS. The compact, single-box design allows the L-3 ProTec to be easily incorporated into any bridge layout thus simplifying installation and cabling requirements.

The L-3 ProTec has been designed as maintenance-free unit which makes extensive use of surface mount technology (SMT). The repair of printed wiring assemblies (PWAs) containing SMT components requires specialized factory equipment, training, and techniques, therefore, such PWAs are not field-repairable.

As a result, maintenance philosophy for the L-3 ProTec is replacement of failed assemblies. In the case of the L-3 ProTec, the replaceable assemblies are the Faceplate Assembly (192M0093-00), the Main PWA (205M0023-12), the Channel 70 PWA (205M0003-01), the IEC PWA (205M0274-11), and the Controller PWA (205M0307-00).

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When it has been determined that one or more of these assemblies is faulty, the faulty assembly(ies) should be removed and returned to the Aviation Recorders factory for repair or replacement. Attempts to repair any of these assemblies will void the warranty. Extreme care should be used when handling these assemblies.

For repair service, ship units to:

L-3 Communications, Aviation Recorders 6000 East Fruitville Road Sarasota, FL 34232 USA Attn: Repair Department Tel: (941) 377-5558 Fax #: (941) 377-5585

CAUTION

: THE L-3 ProTec CIRCUIT BOARDS ARE SUSCEPTIBLE TO

1.1.2. References

IMO Resolution MSC.74(69), Annex 3, Recommendation on Performance Standards for an Universal Shipborne Automatic Identification Systems (AIS)

IMO SN/Circ. 227, Guidelines for the INstallation of a Shipborne Automatic Identification System (AIS)

International Telecommunications Union Sector for Radio Communications (ITU-R) Recommendation M.1371-1, Technical Characteristics for a Universal Shipborne Automatic Identification System Using Time Division Multiple Access in the Maritime Mobile Band.

ELECTROSTATIC DESTRUCTION (ESD). PRIOR TO HANDLING PWAs, ENSURE PROPER PERSONNEL GROUNDING TECHNIQUES ARE USED. ENSURE THAT CARDS ARE PLACED INTO STATIC SHIELDING CONDUCTIVE BAGS WHEN HANDLING OR STORING.

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IEC 61993-2 Edition1, Maritime Navigation and Radiocommunication Requirements

- Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) - Part 2: Class A shipborne Equipment of the Universal Automatic Identification System (AIS) - Operational and Performance Requirements, Methods of Test and Required Test Results

IEC 60945 Edition 4, Maritime Navigation and Radiocommunication Equipment and Systems - General Requirements - Methods of Testing and Required Test Results.

IALA Recommendation on AIS Shore Stations and Networking Aspects Relating to the AIS Service, Edition 1.0, September 5, 2002.

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IEC 61162-1 Edition 1.0, Maritime Navigation and Radiocommunication Equipment and Systems - Digital Interfaces - Part 100: Single Talker and Multiple Listeners

IEC 61162-2 Edition 1.0, Maritime Navigation and Radiocommunication Equipment and Systems - Digital Interfaces - Part 100: Single Talker and Multiple Listeners, High-Speed Transmissions

1.1.3. Acronyms

ABM Addressed Binary Message ABK Acknowledgement Message ACA AIS Channel Assignment ACK Ackowledgement Message ASPA Automatic Radar Plotting Aid BBM Broadcast Binary Message COG Course Over Ground DGPS Differential Global Positioning System GGA Global Positioning Fix Data GLL Geographic Position, Latitude/Longitude GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System GPS Global Positioning System GSA GPS DOP and Active Satellites GSV GPS Satellites in View HDG Heading, Deviation & Variation HDT Heading, True IEC International Electrotechnical Commission IMO International Maritime Organization LRF Long Range Function LFI Long Range Interrogation MMSI Maritime Mobile Service ID NMEA National Marine Electronics Association RAIM Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring RMC Recommended Minimum Data for GPS ROT Rate of Turn SOG Speed Over Ground SOTDMA Self Organized Time Division Multiple Access SSD Station Static Data TDS Target Display Software TXT Status/Indication Message VBW Dual Ground/Water Speed VDL VHF Data-link Other Vessel Message VDM VHF Data-link Message VDO VHF Data-link Own-vessel Message VSD Voyage Static Data VTG Track Made Good and Ground Speed ZDA Date and Time

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STATUS

ON/OFF/DIM

PILOT

NOTE:

1. Front Panel Mating Connectors Pilot Port - L3 PN: 063-98-02113

TYCO PN: 206485-1

Figure 1--1. AIS Transponder

1.2. Technical Specifications

Standards IMO MSC.74(69) Annex 3, IEC 61993-2 Ed. 1, ITU.R.M.1371-1

Ship reporting capacity

2,250 reports per minute, 4,500 reports per minute on two channels

TDMA Transmitter

TX Frequency: 156.025MHz - 162.025MHz, manual/automatic setting Transmitter Power: 2W, 12.5W manual/automatic selection

TDMA Receiver

RX Frequency: 156.025MHz - 162.025MHz, 2 channels RX1: Default CH87B (161.975MHz), manual/automatic setting RX2: Default CH88B (162.025MHz), manual/automatic setting Channel Spacing: 25kHz and 12.5kHz

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DSC Receiver

RX Frequency: CH70 (156.525MHz)

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Internal GPS Receiver

12 Channel, UTC Synchronization Jitter: 100ms [Time between slot start and transmitter on.]

Navigational data

COG/SOG, ROT, POS, Heading from external sources

Display

Integral MKD with 160 x 64 Dots backlit LCD

INTERFACE

Input ABM,ACA,ACK,AIR,BBM,DTM,GBS,GGA,GLL,GNS,HDT,

OSD, SSD, RMC, ROT, VBW, VSD, VTG

Output ABK, VDO, VDM, ACA, ACS, ALR, LRF, LR1, LR2, LR3, TXT

Power Supply

24Vdc nominal, complies with IEC 60945. Operating voltage: 11.8Vdc to 31.2Vdc. Power consumption: 24Vdc -- 0.8A (19.2W); 12Vdc -- 1.6A (19.2W).

Environment

IEC 60945 Ed. 4 for Protected Environment

Frequency

VHF Marine Band

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1.3. AIS Description

1.3.1. Compact Design

The completely self-contained L-3 ProTec is the most compact AIS unit available on the market today with outside dimensions of 6.5” W (16.5cm.) x 3.4” H (8.6cm.) x

7.4” D (18.8cm.). It is easily mounted on any surface using either a trunion bracket or flush-mount bracket. The data port on the faceplate provides for easy connection to any external display in either mounting configuration.

1.3.2. Integral Minimum Keyboard Display (MKD)

In line with the compact design, the L-3 ProTec is a single-box design incorporating an integral MKD which is fully IMO compliant. The interface includes a 2.58” L (6.5cm) x 1.16” H (2.9cm) (160 x 64Dots) backlit LCD screen for displaying alphanumeric text and a multifunction keypad. The closest three vessels within AIS range will be displayed with each vessel identified by MMSI and ship name and will display both range and bearing to each vessel.

The interface has been designed to facilitate data entry and retrieval with a minimum of keystrokes. It also includes a Pilot port designed to allow any user to quickly and easily attach a portable AIS-compatible display system directly to the AIS transponder for display of the AIS data. This display system can consist of any system which recognizes the NMEA AIS string whether it’s installed on a handheld PC, laptop PC, or dedicated display.

1.3.3. Integral GPS

The L-3 ProTec includes an internal GPS receiver card. The internal GPS provides timing data required for synchronization of transmission. By specifications, ship positional information in NMEA format is to be fed to the transponder from the ships external electronic position indicating system through the supplied data cable. The internal GPS requires a dedicated GPS antenna to be mounted on the superstructure and the appropriate connections are supplied on the transponder unit back panel.

1.3.4. Data Interface

Each transponder will be delivered with an IEC-specified NMEA standard data cable required to interface to ship’s sensors and external display. The description of this interface cable is given in the Installation Section of this manual. The standard kit includes an eight feet (2.9m) cable and a terminal block to facilitate the final linkup to the ship’s navigational instruments.

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1.3.5. Equipment List

The Standard AIS Installation Kit includes the following equipment:

F Transponder Unit

F Flush Mount Kit

F Trunion Mount Kit

F IEC NMEA Data Cable

F Terminal Strips (Qty: 3)

F Power Cable

F Ground Cable

F Installation Manuals

In order to complete the installation, the following items will be required.

F GPS Antenna with coaxial cable

F VHF Antenna with coaxial cable

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F Gyro Interface (if gyro output is not NMEA)

F DGPS Interface (if ship’s dGPS output is not NMEA)

Table 1--1. AIS Parts List for AISA1000-10

Component Part Number

Transponder AISA1000-10

Flush Mount Kit 147M0092-01

Trunion Mount 147M0092-02

IEC Cable 024M0088-00

Terminal Strip 2469800177

Power Cable 024M0086-00

Ground Cable 024M0043-00

#24 Stranded Wire 27698000-94

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Table 1--2. AIS Parts List for AISA3000-10

Component Part Number

Transponder AISA3000-10

Flush Mount Kit 147M0092-01

Trunion Mount 147M0092-02

IEC Cable 024M0088-00

Terminal Strip 2469800177

Power Cable 024M0086-00

Ground Cable 024M0043-00

#24 Stranded Wire 27698000-94

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1.3.6. Operational Modes

The ProTec AIS is designed to operate in each of three modes: Autonomous and Continuous, Assigned and Polled which are defined below.

1.3.6.1 Autonomous and Continuous

This is the default mode. The ProTec AIS will determine its own schedule for transmission of position and identification and will automatically resolve scheduling conflicts with o ther stations using the SOTDMA methodology.

1.3.6.2 Assigned

The ProTec will automatically switch to assigned mode when it is commanded by a competent authority, such as a base or repeater station, to transmit on a specific transmission schedule. In this mode, the ProTec allocates the defined slots and begins transmitting on these slots. It will continue to transmit in these slots with a zero slot time-out and a zero slot offset, until those slots have been removed from the transmission schedule. The assigned slots use the SOTDMA access scheme, with the time-out value set to the assigned slot time-out. The assignment terminates when the slot time-out reaches zero of any assigned slot, and the ProTec returns to autonomous and continuous mode.

1.3.6.3 Polled

The ProTec AIS will transmit a response to DSC interrogation messages from a ship or competent authority and respond back on the same channel without interfering with either of the other two modes. When an automatic response is required, transmitted responses will be made on channel 70 unless the unit is instructed to transmit on another channel. The ProTec is inhibited from transmitting on the AIS 1 and AIS 2 channels. If and when frequency channels other than channel 70 are used for DSC transmissions, the receive capability of TDMA operations should not be impaired more than it would be if all DSC messages were transmitted on channel

70.

1.3.6.4 Initialization

The ProTec AIS will enter into an Initialization mode at Power-Up during which it will monitor the TDMA channels for one minute. During this initialization period, a dynamic directory of all users in the system will be created which includes user IDs, slot assignments, positions, and other transmitted data. After this initialization period of 1 minute, the ProTec will enter the required operational mode and begin transmission of the AIS data on the required schedule.

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1.3.7. DSC Functionality

The Assigned and Polled operational modes are activated through a DSC message transmitted by the competent authority. In order to provide for this, the ProTec AIS contains a dedicated DSC receiver that is tuned to channel 70. DSC messages originating from shore stations of competent authorities will define regional AIS frequencies, regions of coverage, required transmission schedule and/or interrogation request. The ProTec AIS will respond back to such DSC interrogations on the frequency specified in a manner such that it does not interfere with the TDMA transmissions by interleaving the transmission between TDMA transmissions. The DSC response will be made after a random delay of 0 - 20 seconds provided the signaling channel is clear and the TDMA transmissions are not interrupted.

1.3.8. AIS Broadcast Parameters

A Class A AIS unit broadcasts the following information every 2 to 10 seconds while underway, and every three minutes while at anchor at a power level of 12.5W. The information broadcast includes:

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F MMSI number - unique referenceable identification.

F Navigation status

F Speed over ground - 1/10 knot resolution.

F Position accuracy - differential GPS.

F Longitude - to 1/10,000 minute and Latitude - to 1/10,000 minute.

F Course over ground - relative to true north to 1/10th.

F True Heading - 0 to 359 derived from heading sensor.

F Time stamp - The universal time to nearest second that this information

was generated.

In addition, the Class A AIS unit broadcasts the following information every six minutes:

F MMSI number - same unique identification used above, links the data

above to described vessel.

F IMO number - unique referenceable identification (related to ship’s

construction).

F Radio call sign - international call sign assigned to vessel, often used on

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F Name - Name of ship, 20 alphanumeric characters are provided.

F Type of ship/cargo - there is a table of possibilities that are available.

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F Dimensions of ship - to nearest meter.

F Location on ship where reference point for position reports is located.

F Type of position fixing device - various options from differential GPS to un-

defined.

F Draught of ship - 1/10 to 25.5m [note “air-draught” is not provided].

F Destination - 20 alphanumeric characters are provided.

1.3.9. AIS Frequencies

The International Telecommunications Union World Radio Conference in 1997 designated two VHF radio frequencies: 161.975MHz (AIS1, or channel 87B) and

162.025MHz (AIS2, or channel 88B) for AIS. In the US, the first channel is owned by MariTEL, a public coast station operator, and the second by the federal government. The USCG signed a Memorandum of Agreement with MariTEL for use of AIS 1, and has authority from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to use both AIS1 and AIS 2 US-wide for AIS operation. The USCG has asked the Federal Communications Commission to authorize any US vessel to operate AIS on these two channels under its existing ship station license. The FCC released a Notice authorizing operation of AIS under a ship’s existing station license.

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1.3.10. AIS Input Sentences

This section lists the input sentences received by the L-3 ProTec AIS Transponder. The input sentences are categorized as Pilot, Long Range, and Sensor, which are listed as follows:

Pilot

ABM, BBM, AIR, VSD, SSD, ACK, ACA, AIQ

Long Range

LRI, LRF

Sensor

RMC, VTG, ROT, HDT, GNS, GLL, GGA, GRS, GSA, GST, GSV, ZDA, GBS, DTM, VBW

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1.4. Interface Description

1.4.1. Pilot Systems Input Data and Formats

The input data and formats are shown in Table 1 --3, and the details of the sentences can be found in IEC 61162-1.

Table 1 --3. Pilot System High-Speed Input Data Formats

Data IEC 61162-1 Sentences

Normal Access - Parameter Entry

Static station information

- (Vessel name)

- (Call sign)

- Antenna location

- Length and beam

Voyage Information

- Vessel type and cargo category

- Navigational status

- Draught, max. actual static

- Destination

- ETA date and time

- Regional application flags

SSD - Station Static Data

- (not used, field sets to null by MKD)

- used to set the antenna location for the MKD external GPS only (saved in MKD memory)

Voyage Static Data (VSD)

Long Range Acknowledgement

External manual LR acknowledgement LRF - Long Range Function

Initiate VHF Data Link Broadcasts

Safety messages

Binary messages

Interrogation message AIR - AIS Interrogation Information

Channel Setting

Channel assignment message (set frequency) ACA - AIS Channel Assignment Message

Alarm / indication acknowledgement ACK - Acknowledgement Message

Own Station Settings Queries

Query messages AIQ, ACA - Query AIS Channel Assignment

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ABM - Addressed Binary Message BBM - Broadcast Binary Message

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1.4.2. Pilot Systems Output Data and Formats

The output data and formats are shown in Table 1--4, and the details of the sentences can be found in IEC 61162-1.

Table 1--4. Pilot System High-Speed Output Data Formats

Data IEC 61162-1 Sentences

Prepared by AIS Transponder

Notification that a session initiated by messages ABM, BBM, ACA, AIR is terminated

AIS Own-ship broadcast data (all transmissions available)

Query response messages

BIIT Results

AIS equipment status

Received from Long Range Equipment

LR Interrogation LRI - Long Range Interrogation

LR Function identification LRF - Long Range Function

Received on VHF Data Link by AIS Transponder

All VDL AIS messages received

- Broadcast or

- Addressed to own station

ABK - Acknowledgement Message

VDO - VHF Data-link Own-vessel Message

ACA - AIS Channel Assignment SSD - Station Static Data VSD - Voyage Static Data

ALR - Alarm Message TXT - Status / Indication Message

VDM - VHF Data Link Message

1.4.3. Pilot Input / Output Port

The Pilot input/output port is a part of the AIS Class A stations. If the installation of the AIS equipment is such that a pilot cannot connect his Personal Pilot Unit (PPU) with a reasonable length of cable, an extension cable must be installed with a connector located on the bridge such that the PPU can be connected on the normal working position of the port.

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The Pilot input/output port defined by IEC 61193-2 for connections of ship’s pilot equipment shall, if fitted, be connected using the pilot port cable, p/n: 024M0099-03. The Pilot input/output port meets the requirement of IEC 61162-2 and is terminated as shown in Table 1--5.

Table 1--5. Pilot Port Pinout

J1 Pin Name Description Pair Color P2 Pin

1 PILOT_TXA RS4--22 Compliant Output A Blue 2

2 GND Signal/Power 0V Reference Black 5

+8.0V(¦5%) Output Used to Power External

3 +8V

4 PILOT_TXB RS--422 Compliant Output B Black 7

5 PILOT_RXA RS--422 Compliant Input A Green 8

6 PILOT_RXB RS--422 Compliant Input B Black 3

7 TRACE/BOOT_TX

8 RX_SINAD

9 NO CONNECT Not Used

Test Equipment. External Equipment should be Current Limited to 300mA

TTL--Level RS--232 Serial Output (Trace Message/Bootload Output)

TDMA / DSC FM Discriminator Output used to Test Receiver Performance during Special Test Modes.

NOTE: Some early transponders had incorrect Pilot Port wiring.

See factory for more details.

1.4.4. Long Range Equipment Interface

The range of operation of standard AIS is limited to the range of VHF transmissions which is approximately 30 miles. The Long Range mode is intended to allow the exchange of ships position information from ship to a competent authority via a satellite interface such as Inmarsat-C which is already onboard many ships. This port is intended to interface with the Long Range equipment.

The Long Range reply can be set in either:

F automatic mode (AUTO)

F manual mode L-3 ProTec (MANUAL)

F manual mode external application (EXT APPL).

The Long Range reply, when in AUTO mode, is made as soon as a request is received on the Long Range communication port.

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The Officer of the Watch must approve the Long Range reply when in MANUAL mode, by a means of pressing a keyboard button on the L-3 ProTec before the reply is performed.

The Long Range reply, when in EXT APPL mode, is made by the L-3 ProTec upon reception of confirmation / acknowledgement from the external application via the high-speed ports. The external application acknowledges the interrogation by returning the LRF sentence (updated with reply information).

1.4.5. Long Range Input Data and Formats

The input data and formats are in the form of two Long Range interrogation sentences, LRI and LRF, refer to Table 1--6.

F The LRI -sentence contains the information needed to determine if a reply

needs to be constructed.

F The LRF-sentence identifies the information items that are being re-

quested. Details of each sentence can be found in IEC 61162-1.

Table 1 --6. Long Range Input Data and Formats

Data IEC 61162-1 Sentences

Long Range Interrogation Type of request:

- Geographic area request

- AIS transponder request

Long Range Function identification Requestor MMSI and Name Request for:

- Ship’s name, call sign and IMO number (A)

- Date and time of message composition (B)

- Position (C)

- Course over ground (E)

- Speed over ground (F)

- Destination and ETA (I)

- Draught (O)

-Ship/Cargo(P)

- Ship’s length, breadth and type (U)

- Number of persons on board (W)

LRI - Long Range Interrogation

LRF - Long Range Function

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1.4.6. Long Range Output Data and Formats

The output data and formats are in the form of four Long Range reply sentences, LRF, LR1, LR2, and LR3, refer to Table 1--7.

F The LRF sentence provides the “Function Reply Status” for the requested

information. Following is a list of “Function Reply Status” characters with the status:

2 = Information available and provided in the following LR1, LR2, and

LR3 sentences.

3 = Information not available from the AIS system.

4 = Information is available but not provided (i.e. restricted access

determined by ship’s master).

F The LR1 sentence identifies the destination for the reply and contains the

information items requested by the “A” function identification character in the LRF sentence.

F The LR2 sentence contains the information items requested by the “B, C,

E, and F” function identification characters in the LRF sentence.

F The LR3 sentence contains the information items requested by the “I, O,

P, U, and W” function identification characters in the LRF sentence.

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Table 1 --7. Long Range Output Data and Formats

Data IEC 61162-1 Sentences

Long Range Function identification Requestor MMSI and Name Request for:

- Ship’s name, call sign and IMO number (A)

- Date and time of message composition (B)

- Position (C)

- Course over ground (E)

- Speed over ground (F)

- Destination and ETA (I)

- Draught (O)

-Ship/Cargo(P)

- Ship’s length, breadth and type (U)

- Number of persons on board (W)

MMSI of Responder MMSI or Requestor Ship’s name Ship’s call sign IMO number

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LRF - Long Range Function

LR1 - Long Range Response, Line 1

MMSI of Responder Date and time of message composition Position Course over ground Speed over ground

MMSI of Responder Destination and ETA Draught Ship / Cargo Ship’s length, breadth and type Number of persons on board

LR2 - Long Range Response, Line 2

LR3 - Long Range Response, Line 3

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1.4.7. Sensor Input Data and Formats

The L-3 ProTec Shipborne Class A Transponder supports input data sentences from various ship sensors, refer to Table 1 --8.

Table 1 --8. Sensor Input Data and Formats

Sensor Data IEC 61162-1 Sentences

Positions system:

- Time of position

GNSS

- Latitude /Longitude

- Accuracy (and integrity status) Course Over Ground (COG) Speed Over Ground (SOG) RAIM Indicator

DTM, GBS, GGA, GLL, GNS, GRS, GSA, GST,GSV,HDT,RMC,ROT,VBW,VTG, ZDA

Log

Gyro

Course Over Ground (COG) Speed Over Ground (SOG)

Heading Rate of Turn (ROT)

1.5. Data Field Assignments

1.5.1. GPS and Sensor Input Senten ces

1.5.1.1 DTM - Datum Reference

If Local and Reverence Datum codes are not WGS84, then the positions report from that sensor is discarded.

Field Notes

Local Datum Code Check for WGS84 Local Datum Subdivision Code Ignored LAT Offset (2 fields) Ignored LON Offset (2 fields) Ignored Altitude Offset Ignored Reference Datum Code Check for WGS84

VBW

HDT, ROT

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1.5.1.2 GBS - GNSS Satellite Fault Detection

If this sentence is received from the position source, with Latitude error or Longitude error specified, the RAIM flag will be set to TRUE. If both are Null or 60 seconds goes by without a GBS sentence, RAIM flag goes to False

Field Notes

UTC Time of GGA or GNS Ignored Expected Error in Latitude Check for Null Expected Error in Longitude Check for Null Expected Error in Altitude Ignored ID Number of Most LIkely

Failed Satellite Ignored Probability of MIssed Detection Ignored Estimate of Bias in Meters Ignored Standard Deviation of Bias Estimate Ignored

1.5.1.3 GGA - Global Positioning System Fix Data

Field Notes

UTC of Position UTC Second is used to

indicate Time Stamp Latitude (2 fields) Used Longitude (2 fields) Used GPS Quality Indicator Used Number of Satellites in Use Ignored Horizontal Dilution of Precision (HDOP) Ignored Altitude RE: Main Sea Level (2 fields) Ignored Geoidal Separation (2 fields) Ignored Age of Diff Data Ignored Diff Reference Station Ignored

1.5.1.4 GLL - Geographic Position - Latitude / Longitude

Field Notes

Latitude (2 fields) Used Longitude (2 fields) Used UTC of Position UTC Second is used to

indicate Time Stamp Status Used Mode Indicator Used

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1.5.1.5 GNS - GNSS Fix Data

If the Mode Indicator is a NULL field, the sentence is ignored.

Field Notes

UTC of Position UTC Second is used to

Latitude (2 fields) Used Longitude (2 fields) Used Mode Indicator Used Total Number of Satellites in Use Ignored HDOP Ignored Antenna Altitude Ignored Geoidal Separation Ignored Age of Diff Data Ignored Diff Reference Station ID Ignored

1.5.1.6 HDT - Heading True

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indicate Time Stamp

Message is ignored if Talker is “HC”.

Field Notes

Heading Used if Valid indicator is “T” Valid Indicator Used

1.5.1.7 RMC - Recommended Minimum Specific GNSS Data

Field Notes

UTC of Position Fix UTC Second is used to

indicate Time Stamp Status Must be “A” Latitude (2 fields) Used Longitude (2 fields) Used SOG, knots Used COG, degrees Used Date Ignored Magnetic Variation (2 fields) Ignored Mode Indicator Used

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1.5.1.8 ROT - Rate of Turn

The rate of turn value is only used if the talker identifier is “TI”. Otherwise the value will only be used to determine if the vessel is “Moving Right” or “Moving Left”.

Field Notes

Rate of Turn Used when status is “A”. If Talker

Status Must be “A”

1.5.1.9 VBW - Dual Ground / Water Speed

The current position source must be external GPS, and heading must be available for the transponder to accept this sentence.

Field Notes

Longitudinal Water Speed Ignored Transverse Water Speed Ignored Status: Water Speed Ignored Longitudinal Ground Speed Used if Status is set to “A” Transverse Ground Speed Used if Status is set to “A“ Status: Ground Speed Used Stern Transverse Water Speed Ignored Status Stern Water Speed Ignored Stern Transverse Ground Speed Ignored Status Stern Ground Speed Ignored

is “TI”, value is converted ascending

to 1371 msg 1, 2, 3 spec. If talker is not

“TI”, value is set to - 127, 0, or + 127,

based on ROT value.

1.5.1.10 VTG - Course Over Ground and Ground Speed

Field Notes

GOG, degrees True (2 fields) Used COG, degrees Magnetic (2 fields) Ignored SOG, knots (2 fields) Used SOG, km/h (2 fields) Ignored Mode Indicator Used

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1.5.1.11 ZDA - Time and Date

This message is only processed if it is received from the internal GPS (the time synchronization source).

Field Notes

UTC Used Day Used Month Used Year Used Local Zone Hours Ignored Local Zone Minutes Ignored

1.5.2. AIS Specific Input Sentences

1.5.2.1 ABM - Addressed Binary and Safety-Related Message

Field Notes

Total Number of Sentences Used if in interval 1..9,

otherwise the sentence

is ignored. Sentence Number Used if in interval 1..total

sentence, otherwise the

sentence is ignored. Sequential Message Identifier Used if in interval 0..3,

otherwise the sentence

is ignored. MMSI of Destination Used AIS Channel Used Message ID Used if in 6 or 12,

otherwise the sentence

is ignored. Encapsulated Data Used Number of Filled Bits Used

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1.5.2.2 ACA - AIS Regional Channel Assignment Message

The zone created of this sentence must be accepted by the channel management rules (size of zone, distance to own position, etc.) If the zone isn’t accepted, the zone will be ignored.

Field Notes

Sequence Number Ignored NE Latitude (2 fields) Used NE Longitude (2 fields) Used SW Latitude (2 fields) Used SW Longitude (2 fields) Used Transitional Zone Size Used Channel A Used Channel A Bandwidth Used Channel B Used Channel B Bandwidth Used Tx/Rx Mode Used Power Level Used In Use Flag Ignored Time of In Use Change Ignored

1.5.2.3 ACK - Acknowledge Alarm

Field Notes

ID of the Alarm Source Used

1.5.2.4 AIQ - Query Sentence

Field Notes

Approved Sentence Formatter of Data being Requested It is possible to query the

ACA Sentence

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1.5.2.5 AIR - AIS Interrogation Request

Field Notes

MMSI 1 Used Message ID 1.1 Used Message Subsection Ignored Message ID 1.2 Used, may be NULL Message Subsection Ignored MMSI 2 Used, may be NULL Message ID 2.1 Used, may be NULL Message Sub Section Ignored

1.5.2.6 BBM - Broadcast Binary Message

Field Notes

Total Number of Sentences Used if in interval 1..9,

Sentence Number Used if in interval 1..total

Sequential Message Identifier Used if in interval 0..9,

AIS Channel Used Message ID Used if 8 or 14 Encapsulated Data Used Number of Filled Bits Used

otherwise rejected.

number of sentences,

otherwise rejected.

1.5.2.7 SSD - Ship Static Data

Field Notes

Call Sign Ignored, use the proprietary

Name Same as Call Sign PosRefA ThisistheEXTERNAL

Pos Ref B Same as Pos Ref A Pos Ref C Same as Pos Ref A Pos Ref D Same as Pos Ref A DTE Used Source Identifier Ignored

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password protected sentence

instead (used by the MKD)

Position reference, use

proprietary sentence for

the internal Position reference.

May be NULL

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1.5.2.8 VSD - Voyage Static Data

Field Notes

Type of Ship and Cargo Used Maximum Present Draught Used Persons On-Board Used Destination Used Estimated UTC of Arrival Used Estimated Day of Arrival Used Estimated Month of Arrival Used Navigational Status Used Regional Application Flags Used

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SECTION 2

ProTec

AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS)

OPERATION

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ProTec AIS Operation

2.1. Operation

The L-3 ProTec has been designed to require minimal user interaction during normal operation. The interface consists of an integral alphanumeric display with alphanumeric keypad providing for data entry, retrieval and display.

2.1.1. Minimum Keyboard Display

The L-3 ProTec includes and integral MKD which is fully IMO compliant. The MKD is designed to be used for configuration of the hardware, entry of vessel and voyage specific data, and be used to monitor the AIS system. The MKD provides numerous functions, which can be accessed via the controls located on the front face of the ProTec AIS system. The MKD provides a fully functional menu structure that allows the user to Logon / Logoff, configure System Information, Vessel / Voyage data, and the Antenna Position. The user may also view Alarm Status, General Status, Down-Time Log, and the Safety Text Log. In addition, the AIS Channels can be configured, along with changing user passwords, setting Baud rate, adjust the LCD viewing angle, and managing the Change Management Settings. The front face of the L-3 ProTec contains the following controls.

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communications

Figure 2--1. AIS Transponder

STATUS

ON/OFF/DIM

PILOT

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NOTE: When the AIS is in operation it is normal for the housing to be

warm to the touch.

2.1.1.1 Power/Dim Control

A single control knob controls both the on/off function and backlighting level for the LCD. To turn the unit ON, rotate the knob clockwise. To turn unit OFF rotate counterclockwise fully. The degree of rotation determines the brightness of the LCD backlight and clockwise rotation will dim the backlighting. The default value of the display is maximum backlighting, therefore, the default value is set by turning the control knob as far counterclockwise as possible without turning the unit off.

2.1.1.2 Liquid Crystal Display

The display is an alphanumeric LCD with backlighting which will display data entry forms and AIS target data for the nearest three vessels.

2.1.1.3 Key Pad

The keypad contains dedicated function buttons and alphanumeric buttons which allow for data entry and retrieval.

2.1.1.4 Pilot Port

The Pilot Port is an IEC high speed (38,400Kbs), RS422, data port which can be used to connect any external display such as a n ECS, or other PC-based software package.

2.1.2. Keypad Description

The keypad allows the user to access the menu system built into the transponder interface. The keys are defined below:

NAV AIS Target Data Display

Pressing this button toggles between the NAV display screen (which displays the AIS target data for the nearest three vessels), and the Own Ship display screen.

ENT Enter Key

Allows user to enter Edit mode, or to save data if already performing an Edit operation. When in the Vessel List, pressing this key accesses additional information for the selected vessel.

CLR Clear Key

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Directional ARROW Keys

Used to navigate between data entry fields on a data entry form and scroll right/left and up/down in an alphanumeric display field. When in the NAV (default) screen, the Left or Right arrow keys will allow the user to toggle between the Ship Name display and the MMSI screen. (The MMSI screen will always be displayed for a vessel if the ship name is not known.) The directional arrow keys can also be used to toggle between Vessel Info page 1 and Vessel Info page 2.

FNC Function Key

Used as the initial key in a key sequence to access the various secondary functions of the interface.

CAN Cancel Key

Used to cancel any edit made in a data entry field and revert data back to preexisting data.

MSG Message Key

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Used to access the text messaging window, in order to send Safety Text Messages.

ESC Escape Key

Will bring user up one level on the menu system.

The blue text above some of the keys identify the secondary definitions for each button. These secondary definitions are activated by pressing of the FNC button in a key sequence.

SETUP Enters the AIS Main System Menu menu system.

HOME Returns cursor to start position in a data entry field

END Moves cursor to last position in a data entry field

ALL System Information Menu

The alphanumeric keypad is used to enter both numbers and letters. When alphanumeric text entry is expected, the nonnumerical options are presented before the numeric value of the key. For example, the number 2 key provides for entry of A, B, and C. When the cursor is positioned in a display field location that expects an alphanumeric character, the first press of the 2 key will result in the display of an A. Another press (in less than one second) will cause a B to be displayed. The next press shows a C, while the fourth press shows a 2. The number 1 key provides for entry of special symbols.

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Repeated key presses will result in cycling through the character options repeatedly. When the operator stops pressing keys for longer than the preset timeout, the last value is retained and the cursor moves to the next location in the field. Pressing a different key forces acceptance of the last character for the field and moves the cursor along.

FNC-ENT Displays the Vessel/Voyage Setup screen.

2.1.3. Data Display Screens

The AIS interface consists of the following display screens each of which is accessed using the defined key sequence.

2.1.3.1 NAV Display Screen (Default Screen)

Figure 2--2. NAV Display Screen

This display shows the three closest targets by MMSI number or ship name, the range in nautical miles, and bearing of each target. Using the up ()ordown() arrow keys you may scroll through every target that is detected.

Targets xxx: Number of targets detected by the transponder. Date: Current date. Time: Current time derived by the internal GPS receiver.

GPS status can be found in lower right corner of display. I = Internal Time: Valid time from the internal GPS (normal operating

condition).

S = Slot Time: Lost internal GPS time but is deriving timing inform--

ation from the slot timing on the VHF Data Link (VDL).

F= Flywheel: Transponder is depending on the internal CPU clock

for timing, after losing internal and slot timing. It will

run for approximately one minute and then go to N.

N= No time available

Display Status Indicator: A small dot flashes near the upper left corner of all display screens during normal operation (see Figure 2--2). If the dot is not visible, or

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if it stops flashing and is displayed statically, it indicates that the display has become unresponsive. If this happens, cycle power.

Text messaging can be disabled by pressing the FNC  1 button. When text messaging is disabled, a Tx Disabled message will appear in the upper right hand area of the display window. If text messaging is disabled, and you wish to enable it again, press FNC  1 button (this key sequence toggles between text messaging enabled and text messaging disabled).

The AIS can be set to use its internal GPS by pressing the FNC  4 button. When using the internal GPS a + symbol will appear in the lower center area of the display window (as shown in Figure 2 --2).

Figure 2--3. Own Ship Data Display

2.1.3.2 Own Ship Information

Press the NAV button repeatedly from any menu to cycle the displays until the Own Ship Information menu appears (Figure 2--3). The data that is displayed is as follows:

MMSI: Maritime Mobile Service ID: Nine digit unique identification number

that registers the boat information in the U.S. Coast Guard’s national distress database for use in emergency situations

N: Navigational Status:

UNDFND Undefined UNDERWAY Underway Using Engine ANCHORED At Anchor NOCOMMAND Not Under Command RESTRICTD Restricted Maneuverability C--DRAUGHT Constrained by Draught MOORED Moored AGROUND Aground FISHING Engaged in Fishing

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SAILING Underway sailing Res. HSC Res. HSC Res. WIG Res. WIG

Name: Vessel Name: Any 20 alphanumeric characters.

PSrc: Positional Data Source: The following options may be seen in the

order of their priority: Ext DGNSS - External GPS in use (corrected). Int M17Corr - Internal GPS in use (corrected, message 17). Int Bcncorr - Internal GPS in use (corrected, beacon). Ext Uncorr - External GPS in use (uncorrected). Int Uncorr - Internal GPS in use (uncorrected). No Pos Src - No sensor position in use.

PA: Positional Accuracy: 0 = uncorrected, 1 = corrected.

RF: RAIM Flag: (Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring)

0 = normal operation, 1 = in use.

LAT: Latitude: North or South in degrees.

LON: Longitude: East or West in degrees.

HDG: Heading: in degrees true from Gyrocompass.

ROT: Rate of turn: in degrees/minute (- denotes port, + denotes starboard).

COG: Course Over Ground: in degrees true from dGPS.

SOG: Speed Over Ground: in knots from dGPS.

2.1.4. Data Entry Screens

The AIS interface provides 13 data entry screens for completing input of required vessel and voyage data and for modifying the administrator password. The required data entry screen can be accessed from the main AIS Main System Menu menu. This menu is accessed by the key sequence FNC  SETUP. The required screen can be selected by using the DOWN / UP arrow keys to scroll through the list and pressing ENT to select the highlighted screen name. This will open and display the screen and free all fields for editing.

Use the LEFT, RIGHT, UP, DOWN arrows to navigate between fields. Use the ENT key to select a field to edit. Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter the required data into the field. Use ENT to save the data entered into the field. Use CAN to cancel any changes made to edited fields and revert to preexisting data. Once the data entry is completed, pressing ESC will exit the user to the AIS Main System Menu screen, allowing the user to go to another menu selection.

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2.1.4.1 AIS Main System Menu

Press FNC  NAV button from any menu to access this screen (Figure 2--4).

The AIS Main System Menu contains the following options:

F Logon / Logoff (disable changes)

F System Information and Configuration

F Vessel / Voyage Setup

F Antenna Position Setup

F View Alarm Status

F View General Status

F View Down-Time Log

F View Safety Text Log

F Set AIS Channels

F Edit Channel Mgmt Settings

F Change Password

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F Set Baud Rates

F LCD Contrast Control

NOTE

: Figure 2--4 shows the AIS Main System Menu screen as it

appears as the user initially enters this menu. Not shown is the “Logoff -- Dsbl Changes” option.

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2.1.4.2 Logon / Logoff Screen

Passwords allow the user to change the information contained within the AIS Transponder. Users with an Administrative password can change any of the information contained within the AIS Transponder; however, users with a User password, cannot change the MMSI number, IMO number, Name of the ship, Call Sign, passwords, or anything contained in the Channel management screen.

Press FNC  NAV button from any menu and use the up ()ordown() arrow keys.

This screen will appear prior to entry of any menu besides the NAV menu. After entering the proper password, press ESC to continue.

Table 2--1. ProTec AIS Default Passwords

Administrative L3AIS

User L3USR

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Default Passwords

Table 2--2. Password Type Menu Screen Access

Menu Item Read Access Write Access Comments

Logon - Password Entry G, U, A G, U, A

System Info and Config G, U, A A

Vessel/Voyage Setup G, U, A U, A

Antenna Position Setup G, U, A A

View Alarm Status G, U, A Not Applicable

View General Status G, U, A Not Applicable

View Down-Time Log G, U, A Not Applicable

View Safety Text Log G, U, A Not Applicable

Set AIS Channels G, U, A A

Edit Chan Mgmt Settings G, U, A U, A

Change Password G, U, A A

Set Baud Rates G, U, A A

Update of MMSI, IMO No,

Call Sign, and Name of

ShipLimitedtoA

LCD Contrast Control G, U, A A

(G) General Access, (U) User Access, (A) Admin Access

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To log on perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key .

(2) Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear.

(3) Select Logon, and press the ENT key. The System Password Entry screen will

appear (Figure 2--5).

(4) Press the ENT key, and enter the password, and press the ENT again.

(5) Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

To log off from any menu other than the UAIS Main System menu perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key .

(2) Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear.

(3) Select Logoff, and press the ENT key. The user is now logged off of the AIS

Transponder.

Figure 2--5. Password Entry Screen

2.1.4.3 System Information and Configuration

Press FNC  CLR button from any menu. The display as in Figure 2--6 will appear.

Powerup: Total number of power ups and length of current power up. ChkSums: Checksums of internal processors. Used for information and

troubleshooting.

SW Rev: Software Revision of transponder. Pwd Rqrd: Password required. Determines whether or not a password is

required at power up. Al Popup: Alarm Popups. Yes = popups enabled, No = disabled. Scrn Tmt: Screen Timeout. Yes = default to NAV screen after 30 seconds,

No = disable

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LR RsPns: Long Range Response. All long range requests cause an alarm to be

displayed. IEC Trc: IEC Trace. Turns on up to five levels of troubleshooting messages,

0=off. VDL Trc: VDL Trace. Turns on up to five levels of troubleshooting messages,

0=off. ChksmRqd: Checksums required. Yes = checksums required, No = checksums not

required.

NOTE

: To be compatible with older versions of NMEA 0183

(version 1.X and lower) the checksum requirement must be disabled. This can be done by setting the ChksmRqd (Checksum Required) field to NO by using the up and down arrows.

To enter System Information and Configuration information, perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key, press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will

appear.

(2) Using the down Arrow key, select System Info and Config, and press the ENT

key. (Refer to Figure 2--6.)

(3) Using the arrow keys, highlight an entry point, and press the ENT key.

(4) Enter the data by using the arrow keys, press the ENT key, and move to the

next data entry point.

(5) Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

NOTE

: The default setting as shipped from the factory is “Pwd

Rqrd: NO.” This means that until you change this setting to “Pwd Rqrd: YES,” all users will have administrative privileges for the the transponder.

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2.1.4.4 Vessel/Voyage Setup

The Vessel/Voyage Setup screen (Figure 2--7) allows the user to enter the following information, which is required to be completed during the installation of the AIS.

MMSI: Maritime Mobile Service ID: Maximum nine numbers. N: Navigational Status:

UNDFND Undefined UNDERWAY Underway Using Engine NOCOMMAND Not Under Command RESTRICTD Restricted Maneuverability C--DRAUGHT Constrained by Draught MOORED Moored AGROUND Aground FISHING Engaged in Fishing SAILING Underway sailing Res. HSC Res. HSC Res. WIG Res. WIG

IMO#: IMO Number: Official IMO designation ID for Vessel. 0 = default =

not available. MaxD: Maximum Draft: Maximum draft in meters from 0.1 to 25.5m. CSgn: Radio Call Sign: Maximum seven characters. ShType: Vessel Type: (Refer to Table 2 --3.) Name: Vessel Name: Any 20 alphanumeric characters. DEST: Destination. The current destination of this voyage. PoB: People on Board. The number of persons currently on board the

vessel. ETA: Estimated Time of Arrival

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To enter vessel and v oyage information, perform the following:

(1) Press FNC and then NAV to get to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

(2) Use DOWN ARROW key to scroll down to Vessel Voyage Setup. Press ENT.

Use the following instructions to enter data for Steps (3) through (9). (Refer to Figure 2--7.)

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(Refer to Figure 2--4.)

F Use the LEFT, RIGHT, UP, DOWN arrows to navigate between fields.

F Use the ENT key to select a field to enter.

F Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter the required data into the field.

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F Use ENT to save the data entered into the field.

(3) Enter Data in MMSI Field ( MMSI ).

(4) Enter Data in Navigational Status Field ( N ).

(5) Enter Data in IMO Number Field ( IMO# ).

(6) Enter Data in Maximum Sailing Draft Field ( MaxD ).

(7) Enter Data in Radio Callsign Field ( CSgn ).

(8) Enter Data in Vessel Type Field ( ShType ). (Refer to Table 2--3.)

(9) Enter Data in Vessel Name Field ( Name ).

NOTE

: Destination (DEST), Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA), and

People on Board (POB) are optional fields and can be entered at this time if known.

(10) Press ESC to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

Figure 2--7. Vessel/Voyage Setup Screen

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Table 2--3. Vessel Type Codes

Special Crafts

50 Pilot boats 51 Search and rescue vessels 52 Tugs 53 Port tenders 54 Vessels with anti-pollution

facilities or equipment 55 Law enforcement vessel 56 Spare - for assignment to

local vessels

57 Spare - for assignment to

local vessels

58 Medical Transport (as defined

in the 1949 Geneva Conventions)

59 Spare - Ships according to

RR Resolution No. 18 (Mob-83)

First Digit Second Digit

1 Reserved for

future use 2WIG 3 See below 4HSC 5 See Special

Crafts 6 Passenger ships 7 Cargo ships 8 Tankers 9 Other types of

ships

Other Ships

0 All ships of this type 1 Carrying DG HS or MP

IMO hazard or pollutant category A

2 Carrying DG HS or MP

IMO hazard or pollutant category B

3 Carrying DG HS or MP

IMO hazard or pollutant category C

4 Carrying DG HS or MP

IMO hazard or pollutant

category D 5 Reserved for future use 6 Reserved for future use 7 Reserved for future use 8 Reserved for future use 9 No additional information

DG: Dangerous Goods HS: Harmful Substances MP: Marine Pollutants

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First Digit Second Digit

3 Vessel

0 Fishing 1 Towing 2 Towing and length of the

tow exceeds 200 m or

breadth exceeds 25 m 3 Engaged in dredging or

underwater operations 4 Engaged in diving

operations 5 Engaged in military

operations 6 Sailing 7 Pleasure craft 8 Reserved for future use 9 Reserved for future use

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2.1.4.5 Channel Management

This page displays all of the relevant information regarding the regions established either by manual entry, a governing authority’s VTS station broadcasting region information, or another Universal AIS broadcasting the data. These regions determine the authorized operating frequencies for the coverage area. The user can set these different configurations at the initial setup; however, the L-3 ProTec Transponder will acquire the data for a new region once it has entered the region.

Figure 2--8. Chan n el Management Screen

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Press FNC  NAV button from any menu and use the up ()ordown() arrow keys.

NE: Indicates the northeast corner of the region. SW: Indicates the southwest corner of the region. ChA: Channel Frequency for Channel A. Bw: Bandwidth 0 = 25kHz, 1 = 12.5kHz. ChB: Channel Frequency for Channel B. Bw: Bandwidth 0 = 25kHz, 1 = 12.5kHz. Plvl: Power Level H = high power (12.5W), L = low power (2W) Md: TxRxAB, TARxAB, TBRxAB, RxAB, RAOnly, and RBOnly. TZn: Transition zone size, defined in nautical miles. Src: Intrnl = Internal command, Extrnl = External command

(governing authority).

MMSI: MMSI of the authority that has issued the command (blank if internal).

For the initial setup perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key .

(2) Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear.

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(3) Using the down Arrow key, select Edit Chan Mgmt Settings, and press the ENT

key. The Channel Management Table Entry screen will appear. (Refer to Figure 2--9.)

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(4) Use the up and down arrow keys and the left and right arrow keys to highlight

an entry point, and press the ENT key.

(5) Enter the data, press the ENT key, and move to the next data entry point.

(6) After all of the data is entered for that region, press the FNC key twice and then

press the ENT key to save the data.

(7) Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

Figure 2--9. Chann el Management Settings Screen

2.1.4.6 Antenna Position

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This setup provides for data entry of location of the antenna for each of the GPS antennas required for the system. The ‘Int’ refers to the antenna dedicated to the AIS’ internal GPS and the ‘Ext’ refers to the antenna dedicated to the ship’s external GPS. The screen layout is as follows:

Figure 2--10. Antenna Position Screen

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To enter the antenna position, perform the following:

(Refer to Figure 2--10 and Figure 2--11)

(1) Press the FNC key .

(2) Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear.

(3) Using the down arrow key, select Antenna Position Setup, and press the ENT

key. The Antenna Position Reference screen will appear.

(4) Use the up and down arrow keys and the left and right arrow keys to highlight

an entry point, and press the ENT key.

(5) Enter the data, press the ENT key, and move to the next data entry point.

(6) Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

NOTE

: The INT antenna is the antenna dedicated to the GPS

receiver internal to the AIS. The EXT antenna is the antenna dedicated to the ship’s dGPS. The dimensions are to be entered in Meters and are defined as follows: (Refer to Figure 2--11.)

A Distance in meters from Forward

Perpendicular (FP)

B Distance in meters from After

Perpendicular (AP)

C Distance in meters inboard from

port side

D Distance in meters inboard from

starboard side

Figure 2--11. Antenna Position Measurements

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2.1.4.7 Text Messaging

Text messages include specific addressed messages, broadcast messages, and safety messages. To send a particular type of message perform the steps as described below:

MMSI: Maritime Mobile Service ID: Nine digit unique identification number Mode: Mode:

Broadcast: 0 = Default Addressed: Enter MMSI

TXch: Transmit Channel:

Auto Select: Default ChanA: Send on channel A ChanB: Send on channel B Chan A and B: Send on both channels

Text: Safety Message Text to be Sent: Up to 156 alphanumeric characters

To send an addressed message, perform the following:

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(1) Press MSG key (from any menu).

(2) Ensure the MMSI is highlighted.

(3) Press the ENT key, and enter the MMSI number of the ship to be addressed,

press the ENT key.

(4) Press the down arrow key to highlight Mode and press the ENT key.

(5) Using the down arrow key, highlight Addressed, and press the ENT key.

(6) Using the down arrow key, highlight the text portion of the screen, press the

ENT key, and type in the message.

(7) Press the MSG key to broadcast the message.

To broadcast a message, perform the following:

(1) Press MSG key .

(2) Verify that the MMSI number is a zero.

(3) If the MMSI is not a zero, press the down arrow key until the MMSI is high-

lighted.

(4) Press the ENT key, and press the CLR key.

(5) Press the down arrow key to highlight Mode and press the ENT key.

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(6) Using the down arrow key, highlight Broadcast, and press the ENT key.

: Unless instructed, leave TxCh to Auto Select.

NOTE

(7) Using the down arrow key, highlight the text portion of the screen, press the

ENT key, and type in the message.

(8) Press the MSG key to broadcast the message.

: Successful Transmission should be displayed at the

NOTE

bottom of the screen.

Figure 2--12. Safety Text Message

2.1.4.8 View Safety Text Log

This log shows any safety text messages that have been received during the present power up.

To review Safety Text Messages that have been received, perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key .

(2) Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear.

(3) Using the down Arrow key, select View Safety Text Log, and press the ENT

key. The Safety Text Review screen will appear.

(4) Use the left and right arrows to view previous or next messages respectively.

(5) Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

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Figure 2--13. Safety Text Review Screen

2.1.4.9 Change Password

NOTE: Only users with an administrative password can change

passwords

To change the transponder’s access password, perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key .

(2) Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear.

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(3) Using the down Arrow key, select Change Password, and press the ENT key.

The System Password Change screen will appear.

(4) Enter the new password, and press the ENT key.

(5) Enter the new password in the Verify field, and press the ENT key. This will

save the new password.

(6) UsetheUp() and Down () keys too select type of Access, and press the

ENT key.

PassWd: New password. Verify: Confirmation of new password Access: ADMIN = administrator, USER = user.

(7) Press the ESC key to go back to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

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Figure 2--14. Password Chang e Screen

2.1.4.10 System Alert Screen

This screen will appear when a system alert is received. Press the ENT key to acknowledge the alert.

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2.1.4.11 Alarm Status

The ProTec AIS unit does not support a General Failure alarm since all detected failures are reported with an explicit discrete alarm message. Refer to Table 2--4 for an explanation of the alarm codes. Table 2--4 explains the codes that are referenced on this page.

Figure 2--15. System Alert Screen

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To review alarms and their status, perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key .

(2) Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear.

(3) Using the down Arrow key, select View Alarm Status, and press the ENT key.

(4) Usetheup()ordown() arrow keys to view previous or next alarm, respec-

tively.

(5) Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

Figure 2--16. Alarm Status Screen

AA: Alarm is active and has been acknowledged. AV: Alarm is active and has not been acknowledged.

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Table 2 --4. Integrity Alarm Conditions Signalled Using ALR Sentence Formatter

As per IEC 61193--2

Alarm’s Description

Text

Alarm condition

threshold exceeded

Alarm condition

exceeded

Alarm ID

Text Identifier

Reaction of the System to the

Alarm Condition Threshold

Exceeded

AIS: Tx malfunction A V 001 Stop transmission

AIS: Antenna VSWR exceeds limit A V 002 Continue operation

AIS: Rx channel 1 malfunction A V 003 Stop transmission on affected channel

AIS: Rx channel 2 malfunction A V 004 Stop transmission on affected channel

AIS: Rx channel 70 malfunction A V 005 Stop transmission on affected channel

AIS: general failure A V 006 Stop transmission

AIS: MKD connection lost A V 008 Continue operation with DTE set to 1

AIS: external EPFS lost A V 025 Continue operation

AIS: no sensor position in use A V 026 Continue operation

AIS: no valid SOG information A V 029 Continue operation using default data

AIS: no valid COG information A V 030 Continue operation using default data

AIS: Heading lost/invalid A V 032 Continue operation using default data

AIS: no valid ROT information A V 035 Continue operation using default data

AIS: IEC Com Error A V 051 Indicates miswired NMEA port, continue

operation

If applicable

When so configured

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2.1.4.12 General Status Screen

This menu page displays a table of events describing the general status of the operating unit along with a time stamp of when each automatic entry was made. Table 2--5 explains the codes that are referenced on this page. Refer to Table 2--5 for an explanation of the General Status codes.

To review the ProTec General status, perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key .

(2) Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear.

(3) Using the down Arrow key, select View General Status, and press the ENT key.

The General Status screen will appear. (Refer to Figure 2--17.)

(4) Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

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Figure 2--17. General Status Screen

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Table 2 --5. Sensor Status Indications Signalled Using TXT Sentence Formatter

As per IEC 61193--2

Text Message

Text Identifier

AIS: UTC clock lost 007 Continue operation using indirect or semaphore

synchronization

AIS: external DGNSS in use 021 Continue operation

AIS: external GNSS in use 022 Continue operation

AIS: internal DGNSS in use (beacon) 023 Continue operation

AIS: internal GNSS in use (message 17) 024 Continue operation

AIS: internal GNSS in use 025 Continue operation

AIS: external SOG/COG in use 027 Continue operation

AIS: internal SOG/COG in use 028 Continue operation

AIS: Heading valid 031 Continue operation

AIS: Rate of Turn Indicator in use 033 Continue operation

AIS: Other ROT source in use 034 Continue operation

AIS: Channel management parameters changed 036 Continue operation

Reaction of the System

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2.1.4.13 Down-Time Log

This screen shows the date, time and duration that the transponder has been powered off.

To review Down-Time Log, perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key .

(2) Press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will appear.

(3) Using the down Arrow key, select View Down-Time Log, and press the ENT

key.

(4) Use the down arrow to view the down times that are further down the list.

(5) Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

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Figure 2--18. Down-Time Log Screen

2.1.4.14 LCD Contrast Adjustment

This menu page allows the user to adjust the contrast of the LCD display on all pages and screens.

Use the up ()orleft() arrow keys to decrease the contrast. Use the down ()orright() arrow keys to increase the contrast.

To adjust the LCD contrast, perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key, press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will

appear.

(2) Using the down arrow key, select LCD Contrast Control, and press the ENT

key. The LCD Contrast Control screen will appear. (Refer to Figure 2--19.)

(3) Use the Left or Up arrows to decrease the contrast, or use the Right or Down

arrows to increase the contrast.

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(4) Press the CLR key to set the display to the default contrast value.

(5) Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

Figure 2--19. LCD Contrast Adjust Screen

2.1.4.15 Baud Rate Setup

IEC Sensor Input Channels: Valid baud rates for CH1, CH2, and CH3 - 4,800,

IEC Bidirectional Channels: Valid baud rates for CH4, CH5, CH8, and Pilot

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9,600, 19,200, and 38,400. (Default = 4,800)

(front panel) are 4,800, 9,600, 19,200, 38,400. (Default = 38,400)

To setup the Baud Rate, perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key, press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will

appear.

(2) Using the down Arrow key, select Set Baud Rate, and press the ENT key. The

Baud Rate Setup screen will appear. (Refer to Figure 2--20.)

(3) Using all of the arrow keys, highlight an entry point, and press the ENT key.

(4) Enter the data, press the ENT key, and move to the next data entry point.

(5) Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

Figure 2 --20. Baud Rate Setup Screen

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2.1.4.16 Set AIS Channels

This menu page allows the administrator to set the default, Open Seas, transmit and receive frequencies as well as the operating power level.

AIS Channel A: 2087 should be default (Channel 87B, 161.975MHz)

AIS Channel B: 2088 should be default (Channel 88B, 162.025MHz)

Power Level: Hi = high power, Lo = low power

To enter System Information and Configuration information, perform the following:

(1) Press the FNC key, press the NAV key. The AIS Main System Menu screen will

appear.

(2) Using the down Arrow key, select Set AIS Channels, and press the ENT key.

The AIS Channel Setup screen will appear. (Refer to Figure 2--21.)

(3) Using all of the arrow keys, highlight an entry point, and press the ENT key.

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(4) Enter the data, press the ENT key, and move to the next data entry point.

(5) Press the ESC key to return to the AIS Main System Menu screen.

Figure 2--21. AIS Channel Setup Screen

2.1.4.17 LCD Display Inversion

To invert the LCD display (that is, to change it from a light background with dark text for daytime use, to a dark background with light text for nighttime use), press the FNC key and then press the 5 key. Pressing this key combination toggles the display between normal and inverted.

2.1.4.18 LCD Test Screen

The brightness and uniformity across the screen can be tested by pressing the FNC key and then the 9 key. To exit this display press the NAV key.

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SECTION 3

ProTec

AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS)

INSTALLATION

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3.1. Installation

The L-3 ProTec Transponder has been designed for easy installation into any existing bridge layout. Figure 3 --1 gives a general representation of the system layout. Installation can be broken down into five distinct operations as follows:

F Transponder F VHF Antenna F GPS Antenna F Data Interface F Powerup and Configuration

Each operation will be discussed in detail below. Wirh regard to third--party components, such as VHF and GPS antennas and Gyro interfaces, it is suggested that the installation procedures suggested by the manufacturer be followed in lieu of these procedures.

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ProTec AIS Installation

VHF Antenna GPS

communications

AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATIONSYSTEM

TRANSPONDER UNIT

Junction

Box

(Optional)

Power Consumption: 24VDC, 0.8A (19.2W); 12VDC, 1.6 A (19.2W)

Figure 3--1. AIS Transponder Interconnection Diagram

Operating voltage: 11.8 Vdc to

STATUS

ON/OFF/DIM

PILOT

AIS DATA

Power

31.2 Vdc

24Vdc --- 0.8A (19.2W) 12Vdc --- 1.6A (19.2W)

IEC 61162 HDG, ROT, SOG, COG, POSN

(Optional)

PILOT/PC

(bi-directional)

SHIP

SENSORS

LONG-RA NGE

TRACKING

ECDIS/ARPA

PC/

EXT. APP.

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3.1.1. Transponder

The L-3 ProTec is a single box design which is easily installed into any existing bridge layout. The compact design requires minimal clearance (refer to Section 4 Figure 4 --1 and Figure 4--2) and can be mounted in a trunion bracket or mounted flush using the available flush--mount bracket.

F Mount the transponder in a position which provides easy access to the

keyboard and display.

F If using the trunion bracket, the mount itself may be used to mark the screw

holes on the mounting surface. When locating the transponder, consider that the IMO mandates that the AIS keyboard and display be easily accessed from a navigable position on the bridge.

F If used, Mount the transponder in the trunion utilizing the trunion knobs pro-

vided, otherwise mount transponder in flush mount bracket.

F Locate and mount the terminal block or junction box in a position near the

transponder. The IEC cable provided with the unit is 100in (2.54m) long. Locate the terminal block in a fashion which allows for easy access to the terminals for making the connections to required input/output feeds.

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F When connecting the power cable, the Red lead goes to positive and Black to

negative. Ensure proper ground wire attachment to ships structure. The other two leads can be used to connect to an external alarm system. This alarm system can provide an audio and/or visual alarm in the event of an internal system malfunction, or if the AIS loses power or is turned off.

Install the transponder, and complete the AIS Installation Checklist found it Appendix A, as follows:

(1) Mount the transponder. (In trunion, if used.)

NOTE

: A junction box may be used in place of the terminal block.

(2) Locate an ideal position for the terminal block.

F Protected from weather.

F Protected from high heat.

F Protected from accidental contact with conductive material.

F Within 100in (2.5m) of the transponder due to IEC data cable length.

F Grounding of terminal block to ship’s structure.

F Need to feed cables from navigational sensors.

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(3) Mount terminal block or junction box with self tapping screws.

(4) Ground terminal block to ship’s structure using grounding cable provided.

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For steps (5) through (9) refer to Paragraph 3.1.2.

(5) Connect the IEC cable to data port on back of Transponder.

NOTE

: If an interface adapter must be used to convert either Gyro

output and/or dGPS output to IEC (NMEA 0183) standard, the output from the interfaces should be located as near as possible to the sending unit (Gyro or dGPS) and the output cables led to the IEC terminal block.

(6) Lead data cables from Gyrocompass data output port to terminal block.

(7) Lead data cables from ship’s DGPS data output port to terminal block.

(8) Feed the IEC data cable to the terminal block.

NOTE

: The metallic shielding of each of the three shielded cables

containing the twisted pairs must be connected to the terminal block using the shield drain wire connected to the shield. The shields from Cables 1 and 2 do not have to be connected. The shield from Cable 3 must be connected to TB pin ID 30, which is grounded to the ship’s hull.

(9) Connect each wire in the IEC data cable to the terminal block. (Refer to

NO TAG and NO TAG.)

(10) Connect power cable to transponder. (Refer to Figure 3--7.)

(11) Connect power cable to ships 24Vdc, 10A minimum power supply is recom-

mended. ( Red + , Black -- )

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(12) Connect the other two leads to external alarm system if desired (see

Figure 3 --2).

+24

VDC

Rear of AIS

Green

Pass = Open

Failed = Closed

To Po w er

Supply

Light or

Buzzer

VDC

White

Red

Black

Internal to AIS

Power

Connector

Figure 3--2. Sample Alarm Setup

(13) If an external display system is to be connected, lead the pilot port cable from

the display unit to the terminal block. (Refer to Figure 3--8.)

CAUTION

(14) Go to Paragraph 3.1.3. for VHF antenna installation steps.

: Do not power up the unit at this time.

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3.1.2. Connecting the IEC Data Interface Cable

The AIS Transponder receives data from the ship’s sensors through a data interface cable which is connected to the back of the transponder through a data port. IMO regulations require that the ship heading, speed--over --ground (SOG), course --over--ground (COG), rate--of --turn (ROT) and position be transmitted from the AIS. In order to meet these requirements, the L-3 ProTec provides six data channels to allow the AIS to be connected to the ships Gyrocompass and DGPS system in accordance with NMEA 0183.

The L3 AIS is shipped with one IEC interface cable P/N 024M0088-01. All IEC/Pilot communications with the AIS is referenced with the L-3 ProTec considered the “MASTER” in that transmit data is OUTPUT from the L-3 ProTec, and receive data is INPUT to the L-3 ProTec. All channels are isolated with individual shielded twisted pair cables. The IEC connector (J4) is located on the back of the L-3 ProTec. (Refer to IEC 61993--2 annex D. and NMEA 0183) IEC channels 1, 2, and 3 are RECEIVE ONLY sensor inputs. Differential data (RS422) is received on each of these channels and internally converted to TTL for input to a standard UART. Channels 4, 5, and 8 are all RS422 interfaces. IEC channels 4 and 5 are TRANSMIT/RECEIVE channels for AIS data. IEC channel 8 is the AIS long range port.

3.1.2.1 Data Channels

Data enters the Transponder through six available data channels. Three data channels are low speed unidirectional (4,800 baud) channels suitable for data input to the transponder. The other three data channels are high speed bidirectional channels (38,400 baud) which support both input and output to/from the transponder.

The channels are described below by channel number and type. Suggested uses of each channel are provided but it is not required that a user define the channels in this fashion. The internal software in the transponder is able to distinguish the type of data feeding from each channel provided all data streams subscribe to the IEC 61162 format (NMEA 0183).

Table 3 --1. Data Channels

Channel BAUD Type Suggested Use

1 4800 Receive dGPS (COG, SOG, LAT, LON)

2 4800 Receive Rate of Turn

3 4800 Receive Heading (Gyro)

4 38400 Transmit / Receive PC Application

5 38400 Transmit / Receive ARPA/ECDIS

8 38400 Transmit / Receive Long Range Tracking (Dedicated)

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The IEC I/O electrical characteristics are as follows:

The A, B and C leads are as defined in IEC 61162--1, 61162--2 and V.11.

A and B are both signal leads with C being the effective return for both the A and B leads.

A and B operate differentially to each other.

High--level output voltage is 4V minimum from the A lead to the C lead and from the B lead to the C lead. Low--level output voltage is 0.4V maximum.

Recommended maximum output current capability is 110mA.

Input is differential from A to B. Effective input resistance is 4.9k ohm across A and B and 96k from A or B to C.

Differential input voltage threshold is 250mV maximum.

Inputs will meet the requirement of withstanding +/ --15V between any two leads, A, BorC.

3.1.2.2 Data Cable

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Each transponder will come shipped with a 100in--long IEC data cable (P/N 024M0088-00) terminated at one end by a J4 connector. (Refer to Figure 3 --3, Figure 3--3, and Figure 3--4.) The cable may either have a white covering (ECS cable), or a grey covering (Alpha cable), and it is important to recongnize the wire color changes between the two cables to insure a proper installation. No matter which of thse IEC data cables is used, it is shielded and contains three smaller diameter cables, each of which is also shielded. Each of these smaller cables contains three shielded twisted pairs (STP) each and each STP includes a drain wire. A low speed unidirectional (input only) data channel (4,800Kbs) is carried through one STP, and a high speed bidirectional (input/output) data channel (38,400Kbs) will require two pairs.

3.1.2.3 Terminal Block

A terminal block is the preferred installation method for completing the data interface (NMEA) because data output from a ship sensor ( dGPS, ROT, Gyro) may not subscribe to a standard pinout definition. As such, each installation may require that the installer identify and cross reference the sensor pinouts with the IEC pinouts, which is a well defined standard pinout description. The terminal block allows for greater flexibility in completing the connection to the ship’s sensors.

A junction box may be made available which terminates the data cable on the terminal block and provides serial connectors to allow for easy connection to ship sensors. However, the installer will need to confirm the pinout definitions for the sensor outputs before completing the connection correctly.

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P1--Connector, Cannon p/n 2DA31P

Metal or metalized plastic backshell,

to fit cable

Thumbscrew, Cannon p/n 250--8501--013

or Equivalent

Cable, ECS p/n 622818

Cable, Alpha p/n 6014C

Pin 22

Pin 31

Pin 1

Pin 10

Marker, Brady p/n PWC --PK3

or Equivalent

10in. ¦2in. 2.54cm ¦0.5cm

100in. ¦12in. 25.4cm ¦3cm

Figure 3--3. AIS Transponder IEC Data Cable

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NMEA0183

PC/EXT APP.

RS 4 22 CH 4

BAB

POSITION

NMEA0183

RS 4 22 CH 1

JUNCTION BOX

TERMINAL BLOCK

RxB

RxA

RED

BLACK

SHIELD

22212

RxA

WHITE

CABLE GROUP 1

RxB

BLACK

SHIELD

25313

CABLE SHIELD

HEADING

NMEA0183

RS 4 22 CH 3

RxB

RxA

[NO C ONNECT]

BLUE

BLACK

SHIELD

24515

NMEA0183

RS 4 22 CH 2

RATE OF TURN

RxB

RxA

GREEN

BLACK

SHIELD

NMEA0183

RS 4 22 CH 5

ECDIS/ARPA

RxA

BROWN

CABLE GROUP 2 CABLE GROUP 3

RxB

BLACK

SHIELD

26616

TxB

TxA

CABLE SHIELD

[NO C ONNECT]

ORANGE

BLACK

RxB

RxA

YELLOW

BLACK

SHIELD

TxB

TxA

SHIELD

GREEN

RED

SHIELD

2992030102131

NMEA0183

RS 4 22 CH 8

LONG R ANGE

TxB

TxA

WHITE

RED

SHIELD

CABLE SHIELD

See Figure 3--5 for A Signal and B Signal t races

this shielding is to be connected in accordance with Table 3--2.

(31 PIN)

VHF

ANT

IECDATACABLE

NOTE: Each shielded twisted pair of wires is shielded as well by metallic shielding, and a drain wire connected to

NOTE: A=(+) Positive, B=(--) Negative.

TNC

CONN.

ANT

GPS

CONN.

PL 259

Short = Fail

Open = Pass

Note: Alarm Relay Output

WHITE (BIIT 2)

BLACK (--)

RED (+)

GREEN (BIIT 1)

Figure 3--4. IEC Data Cable (Alpha Cable (Grey Covering)) External Wiring

Diagram with L --3 Communications--provided Junction Box

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PC/EXT APP.

RS 4 22 CH 4

BAB

POSITION

NMEA0183

RS 4 22 CH 1

JUNCTION BOX

TERMINAL BLOCK

RxB

RxA

WHT/BLU

BLU/WHT

SHIELD

22212

RxA

WHT/ORG

CABLE GROUP 1

RxB

ORG/WHT

SHIELD

25313

CABLE SHIELD

HEADING

NMEA0183

RS 4 22 CH 3

RxB

RxA

[NO C ONNECT]

WHT/BRN

BRN/WHT

SHIELD

24515

NMEA0183

RS 4 22 CH 2

RATE OF TURN

RxB

RxA

WHT/GRN

GRN/WHT

SHIELD

NMEA0183

RS 4 22 CH 5

ECDIS/ARPA

RxA

WHT/GRY

CABLE GROUP 2 CABLE GROUP 3

RxB

GRY/WHT

SHIELD

26616

TxB

TxA

CABLE SHIELD

[NO C ONNECT]

RED/ORG

ORG/RED

RxB

RxA

RED/BLU

BLU/RED

SHIELD

TxB

TxA

SHIELD

RED/GRN

GRN/RED

SHIELD

2992030102131

TxA

RED/BRN

TxB

BRN/RED

LONG R ANGE

SHIELD

NMEA0183

RS 4 22 CH 8

CABLE SHIELD

See Figure 3--5 for A Signal and B Signal t races

this shielding is to be connected in accordance with Table 3--2.

(31 PIN)

VHF

ANT

IECDATACABLE

NOTE: Each shielded twisted pair of wires is shielded as well by metallic shielding, and a drain wire connected to

NOTE: A=(+) Positive, B=(--) Negative.

TNC

CONN.

ANT

GPS

CONN.

PL 259

Short = Fail

Open = Pass

Note: Alarm Relay Output

WHITE (BIIT 2)

BLACK (--)

RED (+)

GREEN (BIIT 1)

Figure 3--5. IEC Data Cable (ECS Cable (White Covering)) External Wiring

Diagram with L --3 Communications--provided Junction Box

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B Signal ---- normally low going high

A Signal ---- normally high going low

Figure 3--6. B Signal and A Signal Traces

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Table 3 --2. IEC Cable and L--3 Communications--Provided Junction Box Pinouts

Cable STP

Cable

Group1

Cable

Group 2

ECS Cable Wire

Color (White Cable)

White / Blue Red 1 1

Blue / White Black 11 2

Shield Shield 22 3

White / Orange White 2 10

Orange / White Black 12 11

Shield Shield 23 12

White / Green Green 3 4

Green / White Black 13 5

Shield Shield 24 6

Shield Drain Shield Drain NC 16

White / Brown Blue 4 7

Brown / White Black 14 8

Shield Shield 25 9

White / Gray Brown 5 17

Gray / White Black 15 18

Shield Shield 26 19

Red / Blue Yellow 6 24

Blue / Red Black 16 25

Shield Shield 27 26

Shield Drain Shield Drain NC 23

Alpha Cable Wire

Color (Grey Cable)

IEC Pin TB Pin

Cable

Group 3

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Red / Orange Orange 8 13

Orange / Red Black 19 14

Shield Shield 29 15

Red / Green Green 9 20

Green / Red Red 20 21

Shield Shield 30 22

Red / Brown White 10 27

Brown / Red Red 21 28

Shield Shield 31 29

Shield Drain Shield Drain 18 30

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Line 3 (Green) BIIT Relay (Terminal 1) BIIT Status Contact Closure 220 VDC/2ADC/60W

Line 4 (White) BIIT Relay (Terminal 2) BIIT Status Contact Closure 220 VDC/2ADC/60W

Shield (Grey)

Line 1 (Black) B(--)

Line 2 (Red) Battery (Positive) Power Input: 24 VDC/0.8A

(operating voltage:

11.8 Vdc to 31.2 Vdc)

Connector Key

Line 1 (Black) Battery (Negative) Power Return

Line 2 (Red) B(+)

Line 3 (Green) BIIT1

Line 4 (White) BIIT2

Power Consumption: 24VDC, 0.8A (19.2W); 12VDC, 1.6 A (19.2W)

Figure 3--7. AIS Transponder Power Cable

Signal Table for “Cable Assembly, Power/BIIT, External”

Line Color Name Description Function Power

1 Black B(--) Battery, negative Power return -- --

Operating voltage: 11.8 Vdc to

2 Red B(+) Battery, positive Power input

3 Green BIIT 1 BIIT relay, terminal 1

BIIT Status

4 White BIIT 2 BIIT relay, terminal 2

24Vdc--0.8A (19.2 W) 12Vdc--1.6A (19.2 W)

Contact closure

220Vdc--2A--60W

maximum

31.2 Vdc

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J1 Pilot Port Connector

P2 DB9 Connector

72in. ¦ 2 1.8m ¦ 0.05 m

Figure 3--8. Pilot Port Cable

Table 3--3. Pilot Port Pinout

1 PILOT_TXA RS4--22 Compliant Output A Blue 2

2 GND Signal/Power 0V Reference Black 5

3 +8V

4 PILOT_TXB RS--422 Compliant Output B Black 7

5 PILOT_RXA RS--422 Compliant Input A Green 8

6 PILOT_RXB RS--422 Compliant Input B Black 3

7 TRACE/BOOT_TX

8 RX_SINAD

9 NO CONNECT Not Used

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Name Description

+8.0V(+/ --5%) Output Used to Power External Test Equipment. External Equipment should be Current Limited to 300mA

TTL--Level RS--232 Serial Output (Trace Message/Bootload Output)

TDMA / DSC FM Discriminator Output used to Test Receiver Performance during Special Test Modes.

Pair

Color

P2 Pin

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3.1.3. Installing the VHF Antenna

Installation of a VHF antenna is as important to reliable communications as the transceiver itself. It is recommended that a high quality antenna be purchased from an established source and that all manufactures instructions be followed with particular attention to cable routing and connector installation. Some important considerations in antenna installation are:

F In general, antennas should be located as high as practical on the vessel

and separated as much as possible from each other.

F The VHF antenna should be placed in an elevated position with a mini-

mum of 2m clearance from any construction that is made with conductive material. In addition, it should not be installed close to any large vertical obstruction, and the VHF antenna should have a 360 line of sight to the horizon.

F It is preferable that the VHF antenna is installed at least 3m away from

high power energy sources such as radar and other transmitting radio antennas, and out of the transmitting beam.

F Ideally, there should not be more than one antenna on the same level.

The AIS VHF antenna should be mounted directly above or below the ship’s primary VHF radiotelephone antenna, and with a minimum of 2m vertical separation. If the VHF antenna is located on the same level as other antennas, the distance between them should be at least 10 meters.

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To install the VHF antenna, perform the following:

(Refer to Figure 3--9 and Figure 3--10.)

(1) Position the antenna mounting bracket on a rigid and structurally sound sur-

face.

(2) Install the antenna on the antenna mount.

NOTE

: Use only high quality RG213/RG214 coaxial cable and

keep cable length as short as possible to reduce signal attenuation.

(3) Run the coaxial cable from the antenna to the transponder location.

(4) Trim cable to length leaving a few inches slack at the transponder.

(5) Attach the connectors to the end of the coaxial cable.

(6) Connect the cables to the transponder. Soldering the connection is

recommended.

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3.1.4. Installing the GPS Antenna

The correct installation of a GPS antenna is crucial to the operation of the transponder because the internal transmission synchronization relies on the accuracy of the time signal obtained from the GPS. It is recommended that a high quality GPS antenna be purchased from an established source and that all manufactures instructions be followed with particular attention to cable routing and connector installation. Some important considerations in GPS antenna installation are:

F GPS antennas should be located to provide a clear, unobstructed view of

the sky.

F GPS signals can be affected by RADAR and SATCOM transmissions. As

such, GPS antennas should be positioned below and at least 5m away from RADAR and SATCOM antennas and outside of the beam path.

F GPS signals can also be affected negatively by VHF and HF transmis-

sions, and the GPS antenna should be positioned at least 3m from these types of antennas.

F The GPS antennas can be flat mounted onto any surface but it is recom-

mended that it be elevated from the deck surface (20--30cm) to prevent ice or spray from negatively impacting the signal reception.

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F Recently, it has been identified that certain makes/models of TV antennas

can drastically interfere with GPS reception. As such, the installer should place the GPS antenna as far away from any shipboard TV antennas as possible and confirm that any antennas used on board are not ones which have been exhibited GPS interference problems.

To install the GPS antenna, perform the following:

(Refer to Figure 3--9 and Figure 3--10)

(1) Position the antenna mounting bracket and/or antenna mast on a rigid and

structurally sound surface.

(2) Install the antenna on the antenna mount.

NOTE

: Use only high quality RG213/RG214 coaxial cable and keep cable

length as short as possible to reduce signal attenuation.

(3) Run the coaxial cable from the antenna to the transponder location through an

existing throughhull.

(4) Trim cable to length leaving a few inches slack at the transponder.

(5) Attach the connectors to the end of the coaxial cable.

(6) Connect the cable to the transponder. Soldering the connection is

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RG213/RG214

COAXIAL

CABLE

100 FEET

30 METERS

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RG213/RG214

COAXIAL

CABLE

30 FEET

9 METERS

Figure 3--9. AIS Transponder Antenna Diagram

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Power:

Operating voltage: 11.8 Vdc to

24Vdc --- 0.8A (19.2W) 12Vdc --- 1.6A (19.2W)

NOTES:

Back Panel Mating Connectors

VHF Antenna -- L3 PN: PL--259 (Generic) (20ft. cable supplied)

TELEGARTNER J01041A0004

Power BIIT -- L3 PN: 063--98--02108 (6ft. cable supplied) CONXALL PN: 6382--4SG--522

GPS -- L3 PN: TNC (Generic) (20ft. cable supplied)

IEC NMEA -- L3 PN: 063--98--02106 (100in. cable supplied)

HIROSE PN: HR22--12TPD--20S

Figure 3--10. AIS Transponder Rear View

31.2 Vdc

COG

DGPS

TERMINAL BLOCK

ECS

ARPAROT

IEC/NMEA DATA

OTHER

PILOT/PC

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3.1.5. Power--Up and Configuration

At this stage you should have the following steps completed:

F Transponder installed and 24Vdc power connected.

F VHF antenna installed and connected to transponder.

F GPS antenna installed and connected to transponder.

F IEC data cable installed and connected to transponder and terminal block.

The next step in the installation of the AIS transponder involves setup and configuration. A complete description of the interface and menu system is previously given in Section 2. Figure 3--11 presents a view of the layout of the integral Minimum Keyboard Display. This display includes a backlit LCD screen and keypad which allows the user to enter the required static and voyage related vessel data. A complete description of the user interface and menu system is pres ented in Section 2. The configuration process is summarized below.

communications

Display Window

Figure 3--11. AIS Transponder MKD

3.1.5.1 Power--Up the Transponder

The following procedure should be followed to carry out final setup and testing of the AIS Transponder.

STA TUS

ON/OFF/DIM

Status Light

Power/Dim

Pilot Port

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(1) Rotate the POWER button clockwise to turn on the transponder.

(2) Check the STATUS light for a steady light to ensure power is supplied to unit.

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Table 3--4. ProTec AIS Default Passwords

Default Passwords

Administrative L3AIS

User L3USR

(3) Press FNC and then the NAV button.

(4) Enter Password. Press ENT.

(5) Verify password entry confirmation message is present.

(6) Press ESC to continue.

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SECTION 4

ProTec

AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS)

DRAWINGS

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6.40 in. ¦ .06

163 mm

¦ 1.5

7.23 in. ¦ .12

6.87 in. ¦ .12

174 mm

¦ 3

31.75 mm

0.88 in. 22 mm

184 mm ¦ 3

1.25 in.

7.81 in. ¦ .12 198 mm

¦ 3

3.73 in. ¦ .12

95 mm

¦ 3

0.625 in.

16 mm

83 mm

¦ 1.5

3.28 in. ¦ .06

3.14 in. ¦ .06

80 mm

¦ 1.5

Figure 4--1. AIS Transponder O&D Drawing with Trunion Bracket

2.937 in. ¦ .06

75 mm

¦ 1.5

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6.40 ¦ .06

163 mm

¦ 1.5

0.625 in.

15.875 mm

7.23 in. ¦ .12

184 mm ¦ 3

83 mm

¦ 1.5

3.28 in. ¦ .06

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3.14 in. ¦ .06

80 mm

¦ 1.5

Figure 4--2. AIS Transponder O&D Drawing

2.937 in. ¦ .06

75 mm

¦ 1.5

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RS422 TX_A AND TX_B

RS422 RX_A AND RX_B

RS422 TX_A AND TX_B

RS422 RX_A AND RX_B

OPTIONAL TERMINATION

DB9 MALE

3 8

DB9 MALE

3 8

DB9 MALE

3 8

7 2 1

DB9 MALE

5 3 8

7 2 1

DB9 MALE

19 29

20 30

DB31

RX_A

RX_B

RX_A RX_B

RX_A

RX_B

CHANNEL 1

CHANNEL 2

CHANNEL 3

TX_A TX_B

CHANNEL 4

NOTES:

RX_A RX_B

TX_A TX_B

DATA DIRECTION IS ASSUMED WITH THE L3 COMMUNICATIONS UAIS REFERENCED AS THE MASTER. FOR EXAMPLE, TRANSMIT DATA ORIGINATES FROM THE L-3 UAIS AND RECEIVEDATAISTERMINATEDAT THE L3 UAIS.

CHANNEL 5

RS422 TX_A AND TX_B

RS422 RX_A AND RX_B

DB9 MALE

RS422 TX_A AND TX_B

DATA DIRECTION

CAUTION... PINOUTS MAY VARY WITH MANUFACTURER.

Figure 4--3. IEC Data Cable Interconn ect Diagram

5 3 8

7 2 1

5 3 8

PIGTAILS

10 21 31

N/C N/C N/C

RX_A

RX_B

TX_A TX_B

CHANNEL 8

RX_A

RX_B

TEST_V+

7 17 28 18

TEST_OUT TEST_GND

RS232

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APPENDIX A

ProTec

AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS)

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

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ProTec AIS INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

Installation Tasks Completed

(Yes / No)

1. Transponder Installed

2. IEC Cable Connected

3. VHF Antenna Installed and Connected

4. GPS Antenna Installed and Connected

Power Up and Configuration Tasks

1. Transponder Powered Up

2. MMSI Number Entered

3. Navigational Status Entered

4. IMO Number Entered

5. Maximum Sailing Draft Entered

6. Radio Callsign Entered

Date

7. Vessel Type Entered

8. Vessel Name Entered

9. Destination Entered (Optional)

10. PoB Entered (Optional)

11. ETA Entered (Optional)

Antenna Configuration Tasks

1. AIS Internal GPS Position Entered

2. External GPS Antenna Position Entered

3. Transponder Linkup to Ship’s dGPS & GYRO Verified

4. No Alarms Verified

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APPENDIX B

PROTEC

AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS)

TRANSMIT OUTPUT POWER AND ERROR

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PROTEC AIS Transmit Output Power and Error

B.1. Transmit Output Power and Error

The transmit output power of this unit is specified in International Telecommunication Union -Radiocommunication Sector (ITU--R) 1371--3, Table 3, as follows:

Low Tx Power:

Nominal: 33 dBm = 2.0 watt Maximum: 34.5 dBm = 2.8 watt Minimum: 31.5 dBm = 1.4 watt

High Tx Power:

Nominal: 41 dBm = 12.5 watt Maximum: 42.5 dBm = 17.8 watt Minimum: 39.5 dBm = 8.9 watt

The acceptable high and low tolerances, above, are based on ITU--R 1371--3, Table 5, which specifies a carrier power error of +/ -- 1.5 dBm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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