L3 Technologies AISA6 User Manual

165M2040-10 Rev. A Page 1

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PROTEC

AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL

AIS PART NUMBER

AISA6-000-10

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Record of Revisions

Rev

Description

Date

Approved

By

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Initial Release

4/2017

T. Meloche

A
Added antenna warning page 25

9/2017

T. Meloche

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Table of Contents

Section Page

1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................... 8

1.1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................. 8

1.2 TYPES OF AIS ................................................................................................................................... 9

1.3 SYSTEM OVERVIEW .........................................................................................................................10

1.4 REFERENCES ....................................................................................................................................11

1.5 ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS ...................................................................................................12

1.6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................14

1.6.1 Physical .................................................................................................................................14

1.6.2 Environmental .......................................................................................................................14

1.6.3 Electrical ...............................................................................................................................15

1.6.4 Data I/0 connections ..............................................................................................................15

1.6.5 Display and user interface .....................................................................................................15

1.6.6 Internal GPS ..........................................................................................................................15

1.6.7 TDMA transmitter ..................................................................................................................16

1.6.8 TDMA receivers .....................................................................................................................16

1.6.9 DSC receiver..........................................................................................................................16

1.6.10 Interface sentences ............................................................................................................16

2 BASIC PROTEC INSTALLATION ................................................................................................17

2.1 INSTALLING THE PROTEC ..............................................................................................................17

2.1.1 Mount the Transceiver and MKD ..........................................................................................18

2.1.2 Mount the Junction Box or Terminal Strip ............................................................................20

2.1.3 Connect Ships Sensors and Data Interfaces ..........................................................................20

2.1.4 IEC Input / Output Electrical Characteristics .......................................................................22

2.1.5 Connect Power and Alarm Relay...........................................................................................23

2.1.6 Install the VHF Antenna ........................................................................................................24

2.1.7 Connect the GPS Antenna .....................................................................................................26

2.1.8 Install the Pilot Port Cable (Optional) ..................................................................................28

2.1.9 Apply Power and Configure the Transceiver .........................................................................29

3 INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTIONS ...............................................................................................30

3.1 CONNECTOR PART NUMBERS...........................................................................................................30

3.2 REAR PANEL CONNECTOR LOCATION ..............................................................................................30

3.2.1 IEC Data ................................................................................................................................31

3.2.2 Power and BIIT .....................................................................................................................32

3.2.3 VHF Antenna .........................................................................................................................32

3.2.4 GPS Antenna..........................................................................................................................33

3.2.5 NMEA 2000 (IEC 61162-3) CAN Bus ...................................................................................33

3.2.6 Ethernet Lite (IEC 61162-450) data port ..............................................................................34

3.2.7 One Pulse Per Second (1PPS) ...............................................................................................34

3.2.8 Discreet data and factory test connector ...............................................................................35

3.3 FRONT PANEL CONNECTOR LOCATION ............................................................................................36

3.3.1 Pilot Port ...............................................................................................................................36

4 PROTEC OPERATION ....................................................................................................................38

4.1 FRONT PANEL DISPLAY AND CONTROLS ..........................................................................................39

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4.1.1 Power On/Off .........................................................................................................................39

4.1.2 Status Indictor Light ..............................................................................................................39

4.1.3 Pilot Port ...............................................................................................................................39

4.1.4 Display ...................................................................................................................................39

4.1.5 Key Pad .................................................................................................................................39

4.2 POWER-UP AND CONFIGURATION ....................................................................................................41

4.2.1 Power-Up the Transceiver .....................................................................................................41

4.2.2 Configure the Vessel Information into the PROTEC. ............................................................41

4.3 VIEWING THE MENUS ......................................................................................................................42

4.3.1 Main Menu ................................................................ ............................................................. 42

4.3.2 Vessel Information .................................................................................................................44

4.3.3 Main System Menu .................................................................................................................45

4.3.4 Logon and Password Entry ...................................................................................................46

4.3.5 Entering System Information and Configuration Data ..........................................................48

4.3.6 Vessel / Voyage Information Setup ........................................................................................50

4.3.7 Antenna Position Setup ..........................................................................................................53

4.3.8 View Alarm Status .................................................................................................................56

4.3.9 View General Status ..............................................................................................................58

4.3.10 Down Time Log .................................................................................................................60

4.3.11 Safety Text Log ..................................................................................................................61

4.3.12 Set AIS Channels ...............................................................................................................62

4.3.13 Channel Management .......................................................................................................62

4.3.14 Changing the Password ....................................................................................................66

4.3.15 Setting BAUD Rates ..........................................................................................................67

4.3.16 Set RS422 Termination Controls.......................................................................................68

4.3.17 Adjust Backlight Levels .....................................................................................................70

4.3.18 Alarm Control Setup .........................................................................................................71

4.3.19 Text Messaging .................................................................................................................73

5 ANTENNAS .......................................................................................................................................75

5.1 VHF .................................................................................................................................................75

5.2 GPS .................................................................................................................................................77

List of Figures

Figure 1- AIS Network ........................................................................................... 8

Figure 2 - AIS System with Flush Mount ............................................................. 14

Figure 3 - Remote MKD Shown With Flush and Trunnion Mounting................... 17

Figure 4 - Integrated MKD Shown With Flush and Trunnion Mounting ............... 18

Figure 5 - AIS Interconnection Diagram (Optional interfaces not shown) ........... 19

Figure 6 - IEC Data Cable ................................................................................... 21

Figure 7 – A and B RS422 Signals ..................................................................... 22

Figure 8 - IEC Data Cable External Wiring Diagram ........................................... 23

Figure 9 - Sample Alarm Setup ........................................................................... 24

Figure 10 - VHF Antenna Installation .................................................................. 25

Figure 11 - GPS Antenna Installation .................................................................. 27

Figure 12 - Pilot Port Cable ................................................................................. 28

Figure 13 - Rear Panel Connector Location ........................................................ 30

Figure 14 - IEC Data Connector Pin Configuration ............................................. 31

Figure 15 - Power and BIIT Connector Pin Configuration ................................... 32

Figure 16 - VHF SO239 Female Connector ........................................................ 32

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Figure 17 - TNC Female Connector .................................................................... 33

Figure 18 - NMEA2000 CAN Bus M12 male A-coded Connector Pin-out ........... 33

Figure 19 - Ethernet RJ-45 Connector Pin Configuration .................................... 34

Figure 20 - BNC Female Connector .................................................................... 34

Figure 21 - 15 Pin DSUB Female Configuration ................................................. 35

Figure 22 - Front Panel Pilot Port........................................................................ 36

Figure 23 - Pilot Port Plug Configuration ............................................................. 37

Figure 24 - PROTEC Transceiver Front Panel ................................................... 38

Figure 25 - Main Menu (Default Screen) ............................................................. 42

Figure 26 - Secondary Navigation Menu Showing Moving Targets .................... 43

Figure 27 - Own Ship Information Menu ................................ ............................. 44

Figure 28 - Vessel Information Page 1 ................................................................ 44

Figure 29 - Vessel Information Page 2 ................................................................ 45

Figure 30 - Main System Menu ........................................................................... 46

Figure 31 - System Password Entry Menu .......................................................... 46

Figure 32 - Password Entered ............................................................................ 47

Figure 33 - System Information and Configuration Menu .................................... 49

Figure 34 - System Information and Configuration Screen ................................. 49

Figure 35 - Vessel / Voyage Menu ...................................................................... 51

Figure 36 - Vessel / Voyage Screen ................................................................... 51

Figure 37 - Antenna Position Menu ..................................................................... 54

Figure 38 - Antenna Position Screen .................................................................. 54

Figure 39 - Antenna Position Measurements ...................................................... 55

Figure 40 - Alarm Status Menu ........................................................................... 56

Figure 41 - Alarm Status Screen ......................................................................... 56

Figure 42 - General Status Menu ........................................................................ 58

Figure 43 - General Status Screen ..................................................................... 58

Figure 44 - Down Time Log Menu....................................................................... 60

Figure 45 - Down Time Log Screen .................................................................... 61

Figure 46 - Safety Text Log Menu....................................................................... 61

Figure 47 - Safety Text Log Screen .................................................................... 62

Figure 48 - Set AIS Channels Menu ................................................................... 62

Figure 49 - Set AIS Channels Screen ................................................................. 62

Figure 50 - Channel Management Menu ............................................................ 63

Figure 51 - Channel Management Screen .......................................................... 63

Figure 52 - Edit Mode Active Screen .................................................................. 65

Figure 53 - Save Settings Screen ....................................................................... 65

Figure 54 - Change Password Menu .................................................................. 66

Figure 55 - Change Password Screen ................................................................ 66

Figure 56 - Set BAUD Rate Menu ....................................................................... 67

Figure 57 - Set BAUD Rate Screen .................................................................... 67

Figure 58 - Set RS422 Termination Menu .......................................................... 69

Figure 59 - Set RS422 Termination Screen ........................................................ 69

Figure 60 - Adjust Backlight Level Menu ............................................................. 70

Figure 61 - Adjust Backlight Level Screen .......................................................... 70

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Figure 62 - Alarm Control Menu .......................................................................... 71

Figure 63 - Alarm Control Screen ....................................................................... 71

Figure 64 - Alarm Acknowledged ........................................................................ 72

Figure 65 - Safety Text Menu ............................................................................. 73

List of Tables

Table 1 - Serial Data Ports Default Settings ....................................................... 20

Table 2- IEC Rear Panel Part Numbers .............................................................. 30

Table 3- IEC Data Connector Pin-out ................................................................. 31

Table 4 - Power and BITT Connector Pin-out ..................................................... 32

Table 5 - NMEA 2000 CAN Bus Connector Pin-out ............................................ 33

Table 6 - Ethernet Connector Pin-out ................................................................. 34

Table 7 - Discreet data and factory test Pin-out .................................................. 35

Table 8 - Pilot Port Pin-outs ................................................................................ 37

Table 9 - PROTEC Default Passwords ............................................................... 47

Table 10 - Password Privileges According to Specific Menus ............................ 48

Table 11 - Type of Ship ....................................................................................... 52

Table 12 - Type of Ship (Continued) ................................................................... 53

Table 13 - Integrity Alarm Conditions Using ALR Sentence Formatter ............... 57

Table 14 – Sensor status indications signaled using TXT sentence formatter .... 59

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1 Product Overview

Figure 1- AIS Network

1.1 Introduction

An Automatic Identification System (AIS) is an automatic tracking system used
on ships for identifying and locating vessels in a geographical area by
electronically exchanging data with other nearby ships and AIS base stations that
are located on the shore. AIS information enhances marine radar, which is the
primary method of collision avoidance for marine transport.

An AIS-equipped system on board a ship presents the bearing and distance of
nearby vessels in a radar-like display format. Information provided by AIS
equipment, such as unique identification, position, course, and speed is
displayed on a screen such as an Electronic Chart Display (ECDIS).

AIS is intended to assist a vessel's navigation officers and allow maritime
authorities to track and monitor vessel movements. AIS integrates a
standardized VHF transceiver with a positioning system such as a GPS receiver,
with other electronic navigation sensors, such as a gyrocompass or rate of turn

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(ROT) indicator. Vessels fitted with AIS transceivers can be tracked by AIS base
stations located along coast lines or, when out of range of terrestrial networks,
through satellites that are fitted with special AIS receivers.

The International Maritime Organization's International Convention for the Safety
of Life at Sea (SOLAS) requires AIS to be fitted aboard international voyaging
ships with a gross tonnage of 300 or more, and all passenger ships regardless of
size.

1.2 Types of AIS

There are several types of AIS devices:

 Class A transceivers - These are designed to be fitted to commercial

vessels such as cargo ships and large passenger vessels. Class A
transceivers transmit at a higher VHF signal power than class B
transceivers and therefore can be received by more distant vessels. They
also transmit more frequently. Class A transceivers are mandatory on all
vessels over 300 gross tons on international voyages and certain types of
passenger vessels under the SOLAS mandate.

 Class B transceivers - Similar to Class A transceivers in many ways, but

are normally lower cost due to the less stringent performance
requirements. Class B transceivers transmit at a lower power and at a
lower reporting rate than Class A transceivers.

 AIS base stations - AIS base stations are usually land based and used

by Vessel Traffic Systems to monitor and control the transmissions of AIS
transceivers. They may be installed stand alone or integrated into a
network for data gathering and analysis.

 Aids to Navigation (AtoN) transceivers - AtoN's are transceivers

mounted on buoys or other hazards to shipping which transmit details of
their location to the surrounding vessels.

 AIS receivers - AIS receivers receive transmissions from Class A

transceivers, Class B transceivers, AtoN's and AIS base stations but do
not transmit any information about the vessel on which they are installed.

 Airborne AIS - These transceivers are installed in Search and Rescue

(SAR) fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft and can receive AIS messages
at much longer distances while at altitude.

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1.3 System Overview

The L-3 PROTEC is an Automatic Identification System fully compliant with the
IMO specifications. The Transceiver has been developed using the latest
Software Defined Radio (SDR) technology and employs Self Organized Time
Division Multiple Access (SOTDMA) and DSC controller schemes to provide a
high performance, automated and reliable identification system for commercial
mariners.

The Transceiver 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 Transceiver 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 Transceiver is to change the ship’s
Vessel/Voyage data as required.

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.

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1.4 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 (ITU­R) Recommendation M.1371-5, Technical Characteristics for a Universal
Shipborne Automatic Identification System Using Time Division Multiple Access
in the Maritime Mobile Band.

IEC 61993-2 Edition 2, 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.

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.

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1.5 Acronyms and Abbreviations

1PPS One Pulse Per Second
ABK Acknowledgement Message
ABM Addressed Binary Message
ACA AIS Channel Assignment
ACK Acknowledgment Message
ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange Operating Mode
ARPA Automatic Radar Plotting Aid
BBM Broadcast Binary Message
COG Course Over Ground
DGLONASS Differential Global Navigation Satellite System
DGPS Differential Global Positioning System
DoD Department of Defense
DTM Datum Reference
ECDIS Electronic Chart Display
GGA Global Positioning Fix Data
GLL Geographic Position, Latitude/Longitude
GND Ground
GNS Global Navigation Satellite
GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System
GPS Global Positioning System
GUI Graphical User Interface
HDT Heading, True
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IMO International Maritime Organization
LED Light Emitting Diode
LRF Long Range Function
LRI Long Range Interrogation
MFD Multi Function Display
MMSI Maritime Mobile Service Identifier
NMEA National Marine Electronics Association
PI Presentation Interface
RF Radio Frequency
RAIM Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring
RMC Recommended Minimum Specific Data for GPS
ROT Rate Of Turn
RX Receive
SDR Software Defined Radio
SOG Speed Over Ground
SOLAS Safety Of Life At Sea
SOTDMA Self Organized Time Division Multiple Access
SSD Station Static Data
TDS Target Display Software
TNC Threaded Neill-Concelman

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TX Transmit
TXT Text Transmission
UAIS Universal Automatic Identification System
UTC Coordinated Universal Time
VBW Dual Ground/Water Speed
VDC Volts Direct Current
VDL VHF Data-link Message
VDM VHF Data-link Other Vessel Message
VDO VHF Data-link Own-vessel Message
VHF Very High Frequency
VSD Voyage Static Data
VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
VTG Course Over Ground and Ground Speed
VTS Vessel Traffic Services
ZDA Date and Time

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Figure 2 - AIS System with Flush Mount

1.6 Technical Specifications

1.6.1 Physical

Transceiver dimensions

6.4” W (162mm.) x 3.2” H (81mm.) x 7.0” D
(178mm.).

Keyboard dimensions

7.47" W (190mm) x 4.72" H (120mm) x 1.0" D
(25.4mm).

Weight

8.4 lbs. (3.8kg)

Compass safe distance

200 millimeters

1.6.2 Environmental

Operating temperature
range

-40°C to +55°C
Relative humidity

0% to 95%

Shock

10g peak at 50 mSec half sine

Vibration

2 Hz – 100 Hz at 7 m/s²

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1.6.3 Electrical

Input

12 to 24 VDC (absolute min 10V, absolute max
31V)

Watts

24 W average, 60 W peak

1.6.4 Data I/0 connections

Front panel Pilot Port

(1) Bi-directional RS422 PI port

IEC port (*backward
compatible)

(3) Receive only RS422 sensor ports
(3) Bi-directional RS422 PI ports

Accessory port

(2) General purpose RS232 ports
(1) EMCON external control

CAN Bus

(1) NMEA 2000 compatible PI port (IEC 61162-3)

Ethernet

(1) IEC 61162-450 compatible PI port

GPS 1 pulse per second

(1) 1PPS programmable input/output BNC

VHF Antenna (*backward
compatible)

(1) SO-259, 50 Ohms, with grounding lug

GPS Antenna
(*backward compatible)

(1) TNC, 5 V active, 50 Ohms

Power and BIIT
(*backward compatible)

(1) 12 - 24 VDC in and alarm relay

* Backward compatible to previous PROTEC models, allows use of existing

cables.

1.6.5 Display and user interface

Display

480 (H) x 272 (W) color TFT with adjustable
backlight. Anti-glare, anti-reflective and EMI coated

Keypad

Translucent silicon with independent adjustable
backlighting

1.6.6 Internal GPS

Receiver type

50 channels, L1 band, Galileo capable, SBAS:
WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS

Time-to-first-fix

Cold start - 32 sec
Warm start - 32 sec
Hot start - 1 sec

Sensitivity

-160 dBm

Position accuracy

2.5 meter

Antenna requirement

5 V active, 50 Ohms

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1.6.7 TDMA transmitter

Tx frequency range

156.025 MHz to 162.025 MHz

Tuning resolution

25 kHz

Modulation

GMSK/FSK (π/4 QPSK capable)

Tx power control

1 to 12.5 W

Tx power accuracy

± 0.7 dB

Tx frequency drift

± 500 Hz

Nominal impedance

50 Ohm

Data rate

9600 bits/s

1.6.8 TDMA receivers

Number of receivers

Up to 8: (2) AIS, (1) DSC. ASM and VDE
waveform supported (π/4 QPSK)

Rx frequency range

156.025 MHz to 162.025 MHz

Sensitivity

PER = 20% @ -115 dBm

Co-channel rejection

-10 dB (IEC or better) TBD

Adjacent channel
selectivity

70 dB (IEC or better) TBD
Blocking

86 dB (IEC or better) TBD

Large signal PER

1% or better (IEC or better) TBD

Image rejection

70 dB (IEC or better) TBD

Spurious rejection

70 dB (IEC or better) TBD

Minimum sensitivity

≤ -107 dBm TBD

Nominal impedance

50 Ohm

1.6.9 DSC receiver

Number of receivers

1

Frequency

156.525 MHz (Channel 70)

Channel bandwidth

25 kHz

Sensitivity

-107 dBm

Adjacent channel
selectivity

70 dB

Spurious response
rejection

70 dB

1.6.10 Interface sentences

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

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2 Basic PROTEC Installation

The transceiver is designed for easy installation into any existing bridge layout. It
may be installed in several configurations including flush or trunnion mount as a
"one box" system or the transceiver may be connected by a cable to a remote
MKD in either a flush or trunnion mount. A typical system and connection
diagram is shown in Figure 5.

2.1 Installing the PROTEC

The main elements of the installation are:

 Mount the Transceiver and MKD
 Mount the terminal block or junction box (optional)
 Connect all ships sensors and data interfaces
 Connect the power cable
 Install the VHF antenna to manufacturer's instructions
 Install the GPS antenna to manufacturer's instructions
 Install the Pilot Port cable (optional)
 Apply power and configure the transceiver

Figure 3 - Remote MKD Shown With Flush and Trunnion Mounting

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Figure 4 - Integrated MKD Shown With Flush and Trunnion Mounting

2.1.1 Mount the Transceiver and MKD

 The PROTEC can be installed in a trunnion bracket or in a flush mount

bracket. Ensure that the unit is installed with adequate clearance to all
connectors on the rear of the unit.

 If a trunnion bracket is used, the mount itself can be used as a template to

mark the screw holes on the mounting surface.

Note: Consideration must be given to the location of the PROTEC relative
to any nearby compass. The PROTEC is certified for a "compass
safe distance" of one meter. Install the unit at least one meter away
from any compass used for navigation.

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VHF

Antenna

GPS

Antenna

12 – 24

VDC

Pilot PC

(optional)

Long

Range

Tracking

PC/Ext.

Application

ECDIS

Ship

Sensor

(Input)

Ship

Sensor

(Input)

Ship

Sensor

(Input)

Figure 5 - AIS Interconnection Diagram (Optional interfaces not shown)

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2.1.2 Mount the Junction Box or Terminal Strip
A junction box or terminal strip is one method to connect the NMEA data output

from a ship sensor (DGPS, ROT, SOG, Heading, and Gyro). They allow
flexibility in completing the connection to the ship’s sensors which may not have
compatible pin-outs.

Position the terminal block or junction box with the following considerations:

 Locate within 2.5 meters (100 inches) of the transceiver, which is

mandated by IEC

 Can be easily accessed in order to make connections for the input and

output feeds

 Protected from weather and high heat
 Protected from accidental contact with conductive material
 Provides grounding of the terminal block to the ship’s structure

2.1.3 Connect Ships Sensors and Data Interfaces
The PROTEC transceiver has seven NMEA0183 (IEC61162-1 / IEC61162-2)

data ports for connection of ship’s sensors and display equipment. There are
three input ports for ship’s sensor data and four bidirectional ports for connection

of display equipment such as Radar, ECDIS, PC or multifunction displays.
It is recommended that an AIS compatible display as mentioned above is

connected to the transceiver for the display of AIS targets.
To comply with IMO regulations the AIS must be connected to speed over

ground (SOG), course over ground (COG), heading (HDG), rate of turn (ROT)
and position information sources.

All data input connections are optically isolated. BAUD rates are configurable for
all channels through the front panel menus. BAUD rates are: 4800, 9600, 19200,
38400, 57600 and 115200.

Channel

BAUD

Type

Suggested Use

1

4800

Receive

DGPS, COG, SOG, LAT, LON

2

4800

Receive

Rate of Turn (ROT)

3

4800

Receive

Heading (Gyro)

4

38400

Transmit / Receive

PC Application

5

38400

Transmit / Receive

ARPA / ECDIS / MFD

8

38400

Transmit / Receive

Long Range Tracking

Pilot Port

38400

Transmit / Receive

Pilot Port

Table 1 - Serial Data Ports Default Settings

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Figure 6 - IEC Data Cable

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2.1.4 IEC Input / Output Electrical Characteristics

 The A, B, and C leads are defined in IEC 61162 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 A lead to C lead and from B

lead to C lead. Low-level output voltage is 0.4V maximum.

 The 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.

 The differential input voltage threshold is 250mV maximum.
 Inputs meet the requirement of withstanding +/-15V between any two

leads among A, B, or C.

Figure 7 – A and B RS422 Signals

B Signal (top) – normally low going high

A Signal (bottom) – normally high going low

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RED RXA1

BLACK RXB11

SHIELD22

WHITE RXA2
BLACK RXB12

SHIELD23

GREEN RXA3

BLACK RXB13

SHIELD24

CABLE GROUP 1

BLUE RXA4

BLACK RXB14

SHIELD25

BROWN RXA5

BLACK RXB15

SHIELD26

YELLOW RXA6

BLACK RXB16

SHIELD27

CABLE GROUP 2

ORANGE TXA8

BLACK TXB19

SHIELD29

GREEN TXA9

RED TXB20

SHIELD30

WHITE TXA10

RED TXB21

SHIELD31

CABLE GROUP 3

JUNCTION BOX

TERMINAL BLOCK

POSITION
NMEA 0183
RS422 CH1

A
B

RATE OF TURN

NMEA 0183
RS422 CH2

A
B

HEADING
NMEA 0183
RS422 CH3

A
B

PC / EXTERNAL APP

NMEA 0183

RS422 CH4

A
B

A
B

TX

RX

TX

TX

TX

ECDIS / ARPA

NMEA 0183

RS422 CH5

A
B

A
B

TX

RX

LONG RANGE

NMEA 0183

RS422 CH8

A
B

A
B

TX

RX

Figure 8 - IEC Data Cable External Wiring Diagram

2.1.5 Connect Power and Alarm Relay

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Connect the power cable of the transceiver to the ship's power supply.

Figure 9 - Sample Alarm Setup

2.1.6 Install the VHF Antenna

When installing the VHF Antenna, consider the following:

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

and separated as much as possible from each other.

 The VHF antenna should be placed in an elevated position with a

minimum of 2 meters’ of clearance from anything that is made with

conductive material.

 The antenna should have a 360 degree line of sight to the horizon, free of

all large, vertical obstructions.

 It is preferable that the VHF antenna is installed at least 3 meters away

from high power energy sources, such as radar and other transmitting
radio antennas. The antenna must be out of the transmitting beam.

 Ideally, there should not be more than one antenna on the same

horizontal level.

 The VHF antenna should be mounted directly above or below the ship’s

primary VHF radio/telephone antenna, with a minimum of 2 meters of
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.

 The VHF antenna cable should be kept as short as possible to minimize

signal loss. High quality, low loss coaxial cable should be used.

Note: Use only high quality RG213/RG214 coaxial cable to reduce signal
attenuation.

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Figure 10 - VHF Antenna Installation

To install the VHF antenna:

 Follow the antenna manufacturers' installation instructions.
 Position the antenna mounting bracket on a rigid and structurally sound

surface.

 Install the antenna on the antenna mount.
 Run the coaxial cable from the antenna to the transceiver.
 Trim the cable to the proper length leaving a few extra inches at the

transceiver.

 Terminate both ends of the cable with the proper connectors. A PL-259

coaxial connector should be used for connection to the transceiver.

WARNING

Do not approach the antenna closer than listed below when it is

transmitting.

The antenna emits radio waves that can be harmful to the human body.

RF power density on antenna aperture

Distance

100 W/m

2

N/A

10 W/m

2

0.04 m

2 W/m

2

0.09 m

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2.1.7 Connect the GPS Antenna

The internal GPS receiver provides timing data required to synchronize
transmissions. The ship’s position information is fed to the Transceiver in NMEA

format from the ship’s External Electronic Position Indicating System through the

IEC data cable.
The internal GPS requires that a dedicated GPS antenna be mounted on the

superstructure and the appropriate connections are made to the back panel of
the Transceiver.

The correct installation of a GPS antenna is crucial to the operation of the
Transceiver, because the synchronization of transmissions relies on the accuracy
of the time signal obtained from the GPS.

When installing the GPS Antenna, consider the following issues.

 The GPS antenna should have a clear, unobstructed view of the sky.
 Since GPS signals can be affected by RADAR and SATCOM

transmissions, the GPS antenna should be positioned at least 5 meters
away from RADAR and SATCOM antennas. It should be placed outside of
the beam path.

 GPS signals can be affected negatively by radio transmissions, so the

GPS antenna should be positioned at least 3 meters from them.

 To prevent ice or spray from negatively affecting signal reception, the GPS

antenna can be mounted flat onto any surface, but it is recommended that
it be elevated from the deck surface by 20 to 30 centimeters.

 Certain makes and models of TV antennas can drastically interfere with

GPS reception. Be careful to place the GPS antenna as far away from
shipboard TV antennas as possible, and make sure that antennas used on
board do not exhibit GPS interference problems.

Note: Use only high quality RG213/RG214 coaxial cable to reduce signal
attenuation.

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Figure 11 - GPS Antenna Installation

To install the GPS antenna:

 Follow the antenna manufacturers' installation instructions.
 Position the antenna mounting bracket on a rigid and structurally sound

surface.

 Install the antenna on the antenna mount.
 Run the coaxial cable from the antenna to the transceiver.
 Trim the cable to the proper length leaving a few extra inches at the

transceiver.

 Terminate both ends of the cable with the proper connectors. A male TNC

coaxial connector should be used for connection to the transceiver.

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2.1.8 Install the Pilot Port Cable (Optional)

The Pilot port is an optional part of the PROTEC that allows the MKD to be
connected to a PC, so the data can be viewed on a computer screen. The Pilot
Port and cable are shown below. The L-3 Part Number is 024M0099-03.

Figure 12 - Pilot Port Cable

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

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2.1.9 Apply Power and Configure the Transceiver

At this stage you should have the following steps complete:

 The PROTEC transceiver and display are installed and 24Vdc power is

connected.

 The VHF antenna installed and connected to the transceiver.
 The GPS antenna installed and connected to the transceiver.
 The IEC data cable is installed and connected to the transceiver and to a

terminal block or junction box.

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

 Push the Power button to turn on the transceiver.
 Check the Status indicator to ensure it has a steady light, which indicates

that power is supplied to the unit.

 Press ENT to acknowledge the alarms for features that your system does

not use.

 Verify the transceiver connection to the DGPS & GYRO Compass
 Press the NAV button until the Own Ship Information screen opens.
 Make sure all data the system is set up to receive is correct. This may

include positional data, heading, and SOG/COG/ROT data.

 Confirm that there are no alarms after one minute (alarms will be present if

sensors such as ROT are not connected).

 Press ESC to return to the NAV Display screen.

The transceiver must be configured with information about the vessel on which it
is installed prior to operation. Refer to section 4 - PROTEC Operation for details.

The following information is required:

 MMSI - Vessel MMSI number (Maritime Mobile Service Identity), this can

usually be found on the ships VHF radio license and should be the same
MMSI as used for the VHF / DSC radio.

 Name - Vessel Name (limited to 20 characters)
 Call sign - Vessel radio call sign (limited to 7 characters)
 IMO No. - Vessels IMO identification number (if applicable)
 Dimensions giving the location of the GNSS antenna connected to the AIS

transceiver (Internal GPS)

The PROTEC is now in service. It is to remain in service at all times when the
vessel is operating, unless given specific authorization to discontinue operation.
The only interaction with the interface should be to view surrounding ship traffic
information and to enter voyage data at the start of each voyage.

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3 Input / Output Connections

3.1 Connector Part Numbers

Nomenclature

AIS connector

Mating connector

Pilot port

TE Conn 206486-2

TE Conn 206485-1

IEC data port

ITT Cannon 2DA-31SF171

ITT Cannon 2DA-31P

VHF

UHF female SO-239

Amphenol PL-259

Grounding lug

L-3 029 0007 001

L-3 024M0043-00

GPS

Amphenol 122160

Amphenol 122108

Power/ BIIT

Conxall 7381-4PG-300

Conxall 6382-4SG-522

Ethernet

Amphenol MRJ5C80-01

RJ-45 plug

1 PPS GPS

Applied Eng 6501-7551-219

Amphenol 112957

NMEA 2000

Phoenix 1436437

Phoenix 1662298

Discreet
(factory only)

NorComp 772-E15-203R011

Amphenol DA15P064TXLF

Table 2- IEC Rear Panel Part Numbers

Note: Specified mating connectors are for reference only, similar connectors
may be used.

3.2 Rear Panel Connector Location

Figure 13 - Rear Panel Connector Location

Note: All graphical connector drawings are viewed looking at the rear of the unit.

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3.2.1 IEC Data

Pin

Twisted Pair

and Color

Signal

Pin

Twisted Pair

and Color

Signal

11

Pair 1 BLK

CH1 RX-

15

Pair 6 BLK

CH5 RX-

1

Pair 1 RED

CH1 RX+

5 Pair 6 BRN

CH5 RX+

22

Pair 1 Drain

CH1 Shield

26

Pair 6 Drain

CH5 RX Shield

13

Pair 2 BLK

CH2 RX-

20

Pair 7 RED

CH5 TX-

3

Pair 2 GRN

CH2 RX+

9 Pair 7 GRN

CH5 TX+

24

Pair 2 Drain

CH2 Shield

30

Pair 7 Drain

CH5 TX Shield

14

Pair 3 BLK

CH1 RX-

6 Pair 8 YEL

CH8 RX-

4

Pair 3 BLU

CH1 RX+

16

Pair 8 BLK

CH8 RX+

25

Pair 3 Drain

CH1 Shield

27

Pair 8 Drain

CH8 RX Shield

12

Pair 4 BLK

CH4 RX-

10

Pair 9 WHI

CH8 TX-

2

Pair 4 WHT

CH4 RX+

21

Pair 9 RED

CH8 TX+

23

Pair 4 Drain

CH4 RX Shield

31

Pair 9 Drain

CH8 TX Shield

19

Pair 5 BLK

CH4 TX-

7 Not
Connected

8 Pair 5 ORN

CH4 TX+

17

Not
Connected

29

Pair 5 Drain

CH4 TX Shield

28

Not
Connected

18

Not
Connected

Table 3- IEC Data Connector Pin-out

Note: A = (+) Positive, B = (-) Negative

Figure 14 - IEC Data Connector Pin Configuration

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3.2.2 Power and BIIT

Line

Color

Name

Description

Power

1

Black

Batt (-)

Battery negative

Ground

2

Red

Batt (+)

Battery positive

Nominal voltage: 12 to 24

Vdc

Operating voltage: 10 to 31

Vdc

3

Green

BIIT 1

BIIT relay, terminal 1

Contact closure 220 Vdc, 2A,

60 Watt maximum

4

White

BIIT 2

BIIT relay, terminal 2

Contact closure 220 Vdc, 2A,

60 Watt maximum

Table 4 - Power and BITT Connector Pin-out

Figure 15 - Power and BIIT Connector Pin Configuration

3.2.3 VHF Antenna

Figure 16 - VHF SO239 Female Connector

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3.2.4 GPS Antenna

Figure 17 - TNC Female Connector

3.2.5 NMEA 2000 (IEC 61162-3) CAN Bus

Pin Number

Signal Name

Description

1

Shield

Shield

2

CAN PWR

+12 VDC

3

CAN GND

GND

4

CAN_H

High level CAN Bus line

5

CAN_L

Low level CAN Bus line

Table 5 - NMEA 2000 CAN Bus Connector Pin-out

Figure 18 - NMEA2000 CAN Bus M12 male A-coded Connector Pin-out

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3.2.6 Ethernet Lite (IEC 61162-450) data port

RJ-45 Pin Number

Wire Color

Name

1

White/Orange

TX_HI

2

Orange

TX_LO

3

White/Green

RX_HI

6

Green

RX_LO

4, 5, 7, 8

N/A

Not Used

Table 6 - Ethernet Connector Pin-out

Figure 19 - Ethernet RJ-45 Connector Pin Configuration

3.2.7 One Pulse Per Second (1PPS)

Figure 20 - BNC Female Connector

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3.2.8 Discreet data and factory test connector

Pin

Number

Name

Description

1

EM_CON_A

Emissions control A

2

GND

Ground

3

TEST_IO1

Factory test (no connect)

4

RS232_RX_2

Factory test (no connect)

5

SHARC_TRACE_DATA

Factory test (no connect)

6

RS232_RX_1

Factory test (no connect)

7

BF_TRACE_DATA

Factory test (no connect)

8

GND

Ground

9

EM_CON_B

Emissions control B

10

TEST_IO2

Factory test (no connect)

11

RS232_TX_2

Factory test (no connect)

12

GND

Ground

13

RS232_TX_1

Factory test (no connect)

14

GND

Ground

15

GPS_RAW

Factory test (no connect)

Table 7 - Discreet data and factory test Pin-out

Figure 21 - 15 Pin DSUB Female Configuration

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3.3 Front Panel Connector Location

3.3.1 Pilot Port

Figure 22 - Front Panel Pilot Port

J1 Pin

Name

Description

Pair Color

P2 Pin 1

Pilot_TXA

RS422 compliant output A

Blue

2 2 GND

Signal/Power ground

Black

5

3

+ 5.5 Vdc

Voltage out used to power

external test equipment.

300 mA maximum

N/C

4

Pilot_TXB

RS422 compliant output B

Black

7

5

Pilot_RXA

RS422 compliant input A

Green

8

6

Pilot_RXB

RS422 compliant input B

Black

3

7

Trace/Boot

_TX

TTL-Level RS232 serial

output for trace message

and bootload output

N/C

8

RX_Sinad

TDMA/DSC FM

discriminator output used

for factory test

N/C

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9

No Connect

Not used

N/C

Table 8 - Pilot Port Pin-outs

Figure 23 - Pilot Port Plug Configuration

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4 PROTEC Operation

The PROTEC is designed to require minimal user interaction during normal
operation. The interface consists of a Minimum Keyboard and Display (MKD)
that includes an alphanumeric keypad for data entry and an LCD screen to
display the data. This section assumes that the PROTEC has been installed in
accordance with Section 2.

Figure 24 - PROTEC Transceiver Front Panel

Note: Due to the compact design of the PROTEC, it is normal for the
external housing to be warm to the touch while in operation.

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4.1 Front Panel Display and Controls

4.1.1 Power On/Off

Push to turn power on and off to the transceiver.

4.1.2 Status Indictor Light

Shows power has been applied. Red indicates that there is an unacknowledged
alarm. Green indicates all alarms have been acknowledged and the system is
running normally.

4.1.3 Pilot Port

The Pilot Port is an IEC high speed (default 38,400bps), RS422 data port that
can be used to connect an external PC or multifunction display.

4.1.4 Display

The display shows essential AIS operating information and allows for
configuration of the transceiver. It is recommended that the transceiver is
connected to a compatible Radar or Electronic Chart Display System (ECDIS) for
monitoring of AIS vessels during navigation.

4.1.5 Key Pad

The keypad allows the user to access the menu system built into the transceiver
interface. To navigate between screens and within specific fields in the screens
do the following:

 Use the Left ←, Right→, Up↑, and Down ↓ arrows to navigate among

fields.

 Use the ENT key to select a field to enter.
 Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter the required data into the field.
 Use ENT key to save the data entered into the field and exit.

The keys are defined below.

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NAV AIS target display
Pressing this button will bring the user to the main default screen

which will display the AIS target data for the nearest three vessels.
This key also cycles through the NAV display, Target display and
Own Ship Information screens.

ENT Enter Key
This key opens the highlighted menu item so it can be edited, and it

saves data after edits are made.
CLR Clear Key
Pressing CLR key once removes all data from a data entry field.
Arrows Arrow Keys
The arrow keys are used to navigate among menu items, move

through fields in the data entry forms, and scroll the options within
display fields. When a screen has a second page, the Right and
Left arrows can be used to move between the pages.

CAN Cancel Key
The CAN key is used to clear all edits made in a data entry field

and to revert to the pre-existing data.
MSG Message Key
The MSG key is used to access the text messaging screen in order

to send Safety Text Messages.
ESC Escape Key
The ESC key has two functions. When changing data in a field, it

cancels all edits. When not editing, it moves the screen up one
level in the menu system.

FNC Function Key
These functions are activated by first pressing the FNC key, and

then one of the following buttons within two seconds.
FNC → SETUP Opens the Main System Menu

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FNC → ENT Opens the Vessel/Voyage setup screen
FNC → HOME Returns the cursor to the start position in a
FNC → END Moves the cursor to the last position in a data
FNC → CLR Opens the System Information and
Configuration Menu
FNC → 4 Turns the internal GPS position on and off
FNC → 9 Displays a screen test

The alphanumeric keypad is used to enter both numbers and letters. When the
software is programmed to expect text, instead of a number, the non-numerical
options appear first. For example, the number [2] key provides for entry of [2],
[A], [B], and [C]. When the cursor is positioned in a field that expects text, the first
press of the [2] key displays an A. Another press in less than one second causes
a B to be displayed. The next press displays a C, and the fourth a [2].

Repeated key presses result in cycling through the character options. When the
operator stops pressing keys for longer than the timeout, the last value is
retained, and the cursor moves to the next location in the field.

4.2 Power-Up and Configuration

After installing the PROTEC the following steps should be complete:

 The transceiver has been mounted to a sturdy surface on the vessel and

power has been connected.

 High quality VHF and GPS antennas have been installed and connected.
 The IEC data cable has been connected to the ships sensors using a

terminal block or junction box.

4.2.1 Power-Up the Transceiver

 Press the Power button on the front panel. The keypads should

immediately light up. The transceiver takes approximately 10 seconds
to boot up. The main NAV menu should be displayed as the default.

 The Status indicator light should be steady green indicating

power is applied and operation is normal. If the status indicator light
turns red, acknowledge the alarms using the ENT button and refer to
section 2.1.8.

4.2.2 Configure the Vessel Information into the PROTEC.

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The transceiver must be configured with the proper vessel information on which it
is installed prior to operation. The following information is required.

 MMSI - Vessel Maritime Mobile Service Identity number. This can

usually be found on the vessels VHF radio license and should be the
same number as the VHF/DSC radio. See section XXX.

 Name - Vessel name. See section XXX
 Call Sign - Vessel radio call sign. See section XXX.
 IMO number - Vessel IMO identification number if applicable. See

section XXX

 GPS antenna location on the vessel. See section XXX

4.3 Viewing the Menus

4.3.1 Main Menu

When power is applied, the PROTEC boots up and displays the Main Navigation
Menu as the default screen. As targets are received, they are displayed on the
screen. The display shows the name (or MMSI) of other AIS equipped vessels.
The nearest vessel is shown at the top of the list followed by more distant
vessels. Up to 200 targets can be displayed.

Figure 25 - Main Menu (Default Screen)

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Pressing the NAV button from the Main Menu cycles between the main
navigation screen, the target screen and the own ship information screen.

Figure 26 - Secondary Navigation Menu Showing Moving Targets

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Figure 27 - Own Ship Information Menu

4.3.2 Vessel Information

From the main navigation menu press the up ↑ and down ↓ arrow keys to
highlight a vessel of interest. Press ENT to display the vessel information. Use
the left ← and right → arrows to navigate between the two Vessel Information
screens.

Figure 28 - Vessel Information Page 1

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Figure 29 - Vessel Information Page 2

4.3.3 Main System Menu

From any screen you may press FNC then NAV to bring up the Main System
Menu. Press the up ↑ and down ↓ arrow keys to navigate to the different menus.
Press ENT to enter.

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Figure 30 - Main System Menu

4.3.4 Logon and Password Entry

The PROTEC is shipped from the factory so it can be used without logging on
with a password. However, when there is a need to prevent the vessel
information and configuration parameters from being changed, a password
protected logon is provided.

Different passwords give users different levels of privileges to change the
information contained in the transceiver. Users with an Administrative password
can change all of the information. 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.

To logon:

 Press ENT then NAV.
 Use the up ↑ and down ↓ arrow keys to highlight the logon menu and

press ENT to enter the menu.

 Press ENT to activate the field and enter the password. Press ENT again

to save and exit the field.

Figure 31 - System Password Entry Menu

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Figure 32 - Password Entered

Default Passwords

Administrative

L3AIS

User

L3USR

Table 9 - PROTEC Default Passwords

NOTE: If your password is lost, the unit must be returned to the
factory for service.

In the Read Access and Write Access columns of Table 10, the following
abbreviations are used.

G = General Access
U = User Access
A = Admin 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

Update of MMSI, IMO No,
Call Sign, and Name of Ship
Limited to A

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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

Adjust LCD Brightness

G, U, A

A

Table 10 - Password Privileges According to Specific Menus

4.3.5 Entering System Information and Configuration Data

The System Information and Configuration screen is shown in Figures 32 and 33.
This screen displays the type, serial number and software revision among other
parameters. A complete description is described below.

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Figure 33 - System Information and Configuration Menu

Figure 34 - System Information and Configuration Screen

NOTE: Figure 33 shows a typical screen. The software revision level
and checksums may be different.

Powerup: Displays the number of Power-Ups and length of the current power
up.

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L3 Comm: Software version type.
SerNum: Internal serial number.
ChkSums: Shows the Checksums of the internal processors, used for

information and troubleshooting.
SW Rev: Displays the Software Revision of the transponder.
Pwd Rqrd: Toggles between requiring and not requiring a password at power

up.
A1 Popup: Toggles between Alarm Popups: Yes = popups enabled,

No = disabled.
Scrn Tmt: Sets the Screen Timeout. Yes = default to NAV screen after 30

seconds, No = disable
LR RsPns: Sets the Long Range Response that causes an alarm to be

displayed (Manual or Auto); This should be used only if it is
directed by service personnel for troubleshooting.

IEC Trc: Sets the IEC Trace for up to five levels (0 to 5) of troubleshooting
messages: 0 = off. (Must be 0 for proper operation).

VDL Trc: Turns on the VDL Trace for up to five levels (0 to 5) of
troubleshooting messages: 0 = off. (Must be 0 for proper operation).

ChksmRqd: 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.

4.3.6 Vessel / Voyage Information Setup

The Vessel / Voyage screen is shown in Figures 34 and 35, and its fields are
described below.

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Figure 35 - Vessel / Voyage Menu

Figure 36 - Vessel / Voyage Screen

MMSI: Maritime Mobile Service Identity is a series of nine numbers that
uniquely identify a vessel. (if fewer than nine numbers are
entered, this field will automatically be padded with leading zeroes).

N: Navigational Status: Note that “UNDEFINED” can’t be selected as a
navigational status, but it may automatically be generated if the
unit’s firmware is upgraded and a specific selection has not been
made for this field.)

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IMO#: IMO Number.
MaxD: Maximum Draft is the maximum draft in meters from 0.1 to 25.5m.
CSgn: Radio Call Sign: Unique, international designation for transmission

often used on voice radio with a maximum of seven characters.
ShType: Vessel Type.
Name: Vessel Name consisting of alphanumeric characters.
AsT: Asset Type.
Dest: Destination for the current voyage.
POB: People on Board. This is the total number of crew and passengers.
ETA: Estimated Date of Arrival.
HHMM: Estimated Time of Arrival in hours and minutes.

Identifiers to be used by ships to report their type

Identifier

Special craft

50

Pilot vessel

51

Search and rescue vessels

52

Tugs

53

Port tenders

54

Vessels with anti-pollution facilities or equipment

55

Law enforcement vessels

56

Spare - for assignments to local vessels

57

Spare - for assignments to local vessels

58

Medical transports as defined in the 1949 Geneva
Convention

59

Ships and aircraft of States not parties to an armed conflict

Table 11 - Type of Ship

Other ships

First digit

Second digit

(1)

First digit

(1)

Second digit

(1)

1 - Reserved for
future use

0 - all ships of this
type

-

0 - Fishing

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2 - WIG

1 - Carrying DG,
HS, or MP, IMO
hazard or
pollutant category
X

(2)

-

1 - Towing

3 - See right
column

2 - Carrying DG,
HS, or MP, IMO
hazard or
pollutant category
Y

(2)

2 - Towing and
length of the tow
exceeds 200 m or
breadth exceeds
25 m

4 - HSC

3 - Carrying DG,
HS, or MP, IMO
hazard or
pollutant category
Z

(2)

3 - Vessel

3 - Engaged in
dredging or
underwater
operations

5 - See above

4 - Carrying DG,
HS, or MP, IMO
hazard or
pollutant category
OS

(2)

-

4 - Engaged in
diving operations

5 - reserved for
future use

-

5 - engaged in
military operations

6 - Passenger
ships

6 - reserved for
future use

-

6 - Sailing

7 - Cargo ships

7 - reserved for
future use

-

7 - Pleasure craft

8 - Tanker(s)

8 - reserved for
future use

-

8 - reserved for
future use

9 - Other types of
ships

9 - No additional
information

-

9 - reserved for
future use

DG: dangerous goods
HS: harmful substances
MP: marine pollutants

(1)

The identifier should be constructed by selecting the appropriate first and

second digits.

(2)

Note 2 - The digits 1, 2, 3 and 4 reflecting categories X, Y, Z and OS

formerly were categories A, B, C and D.
ITU-R M. 1371 - 5

Table 12 - Type of Ship (Continued)

4.3.7 Antenna Position Setup

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The Antenna Position screen is shown in Figures 36 and 37. Enter the internal (if
installed) and external GPS antenna positions. Refer to Figure 38 and the
description below.

Figure 37 - Antenna Position Menu

Figure 38 - Antenna Position Screen

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A: Distance in meters from the bow to the GPS antenna.
B: Distance in meters from the stern to the GPS antenna.
C: Distance in meters from the port side to the GPS antenna.
D: Distance in meters from the starboard side to the GPS antenna.

Per ITU-R M. 1371-5

A

C D

B

Figure 39 - Antenna Position Measurements

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4.3.8 View Alarm Status

The PROTEC displays discreet alarm messages.

Figure 40 - Alarm Status Menu

Figure 41 - Alarm Status Screen

Alarm ID

Alarm Ack*

Alarm Text

System Reaction to Alarm

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001

AA or AV

Tx malfunction

Stop transmission

002

AA or AV

Antenna VSWR

exceeds limit

Continue operation

003

AA or AV

Rx channel 1

malfunction

Stop transmission on affected

channel; unit needs service

004

AA or AV

Rx channel 2

malfunction

Stop transmission on affected

channel; unit needs service

005

AA or AV

Rx channel 70

malfunction

Stop transmission on affected

channel; unit needs service

006

AA or AV

General failure

Stop transmission

007

AA or AV

UTC sync invalid

Continue operation using indirect

or semaphore synchronization

008

AA or AV

MKD connection

lost

Continue operation with "DTE" set

to [1] (if applicable); unit needs

service

009

AA or AV

Internal/external

GNSS position

mismatch

Continue operation

010

AA or AV

NavStatus

incorrect

Continue operation

011

AA or AV

Heading sensor

offset

Continue operation

014

AA or AV

Active AIS-SART

Continue operation

025

AA or AV

External EPFS

lost

Continue operation

026

AA or AV

No sensor position

in use

Continue operation

029

AA or AV

No valid SOG

Continue operation using default

data

(1)

030

AA or AV

No valid COG

Continue operation using default

data

(1)

032

AA or AV

Heading

lost/invalid

Continue operation using default

data

(1)

035

AA or AV

No valid ROT

Continue operation using default

data

(1)

051

AA or AV

IEC Com error

Indicates miswired NMEA port,

continue operation

052

AA or AV

Encryption failed

self-test

Indicates encryption failed; unit

needs service

Table 13 - Integrity Alarm Conditions Using ALR Sentence Formatter

*AA: Alarm is active and has been acknowledged.

(1)

When so configured.

AV: Alarm is active and has not been acknowledged.

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4.3.9 View General Status

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.

Figure 42 - General Status Menu

Figure 43 - General Status Screen

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Per IEC 61993-2 ed. 2

Text Message

Text Identifier

Reaction of the System

External DGNSS in use

021

Continue operation

External GNSS in use

022

Continue operation

Internal DGNSS in use (beacon)

023

Continue operation

Internal DGNSS in use (Message 17)

024

Continue operation

Internal GNSS in use

025

Continue operation

External SOG/COG in use

027

Continue operation

Internal SOG/COG in use

028

Continue operation

Heading valid

031

Continue operation

Rate of Turn indicator in use

033

Continue operation

Other ROT source in use

034

Continue operation

Channel management parameters
changed

036

Continue operation

Table 14 – Sensor status indications signaled using TXT sentence formatter

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4.3.10 Down Time Log

This screen show the date, time and duration that the transponder was powered
off. The unit must be off for at least 20 minutes for a log entry to occur.

Use the up ↑ and down ↓ arrow keys to scroll through the list. The display shows
the day, month, year, 24 hour time, and the amount of time the unit was powered
down.

Figure 44 - Down Time Log Menu

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Figure 45 - Down Time Log Screen

4.3.11 Safety Text Log

This log shows all safety text messages that were received during the current
power up.

The first column indicates the type of message as "Br" for "broadcast" or "Ad" for
"addressed". The second column shows the time the message was received.
The third column shows the originating MMSI.

Figure 46 - Safety Text Log Menu

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Figure 47 - Safety Text Log Screen

4.3.12 Set AIS Channels

The Set AIS Channels menu allows a person with Administrator privileges to set
the default frequencies for channels A and B and the Power Level.

Figure 48 - Set AIS Channels Menu

REMOVE this

Figure 49 - Set AIS Channels Screen

Defaults:
AIS Channel A: 2087 Channel 87B (161.975MHz)
AIS Channel B: 2088 Channel 88B (162.025MHz)
Power Level: Hi = high power (12.5Watt), LOW = low power (2Watt)

4.3.13 Channel Management

Regional authorities may approve operating frequencies for their coverage areas.

Regions can be created by a governing authority’s VTS, another Universal AIS,

or by manual entry. The High Seas Region Actv page, displays relevant
information pertaining to these regions. Though this configuration information can
be set up manually, the PROTEC transceiver automatically acquires the data for
a new region once it enters the area.

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Figure 50 - Channel Management Menu

Figure 51 - Channel Management Screen

NOTE: If the transponder is not receiving a governing authority’s
region definitions, or if the northeast and southwest corners
have not been set manually as described below, “N 91°0.00”
and “E 181°00.0” are displayed.

After entering the High Seas Region Actv screen, several fields are displayed.
They are described below.

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NE: Indicates the northeast corner of the region (see note, above)
SW: Indicates the southwest corner of the region (see note, above)
ChA: Displays the Channel Frequency for Channel A
Bw: Toggles the Bandwidth between 0 = 25kHz, 1 = 12.5kHz
ChB: Shows the Channel Frequency for Channel B
Bw: Toggles the Bandwidth between either 0 = 25kHz, 1 = 12.5kHz
Plv1: Toggles the Power Level between H = high power (12.5W) and

L = low power (2W)
Md: Mode can be TxRxAB, TARxAB, TBRxAB, RxAB, RAOnly, and RBOnly
TZn: Displays Transition Zone size defined in nautical miles (Nm)
Src: Toggles between Source GPS that is either Intrnl = Internal command or

Extrnl = External (governing authority) (Read Only)
MMSI: Shows the MMSI of the authority that has issued the command (blank if

internal) (Read Only)

Use the arrow keys to highlight a field, and press the ENT key. Enter the data,
and press the ENT key to exit the field. The top of the screen changes to display
Edit Mode Active.

Move to the next field to enter data. When all the data is entered into the page,
press the FNC key twice. A message appears, stating that the transponder is
about to save the channel management settings, asking the user to press ENT to
save the data.

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Figure 52 - Edit Mode Active Screen

Figure 53 - Save Settings Screen

Press ENT to save the information or any other key to exit the screen. In the Edit
Mode Active screen, press the ESC key to return to the UAIS Main System Menu
screen.

NOTE: Users should take extreme caution when defining channel
management settings and should coordinate the settings with
local VTS authorities.

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4.3.14 Changing the Password

The System Password Change screen allows users to enter new passwords.
Use the arrow keys to navigate to the fields and press ENT to enter the field.
Enter the new password and press ENT to exit the field.

Refer to Section 4.3.4 for more information on passwords.

Figure 54 - Change Password Menu

Figure 55 - Change Password Screen

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4.3.15 Setting BAUD Rates

The PROTEC transceiver has seven RS422, NMEA0183 (IEC 61162-1/2)
compatible data ports for connection to ship's sensors and display equipment.
The BAUD rates for any of these channels may be changed.

Figure 56 - Set BAUD Rate Menu

Figure 57 - Set BAUD Rate Screen

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Use the arrow keys to navigate to the desired port, press ENT to enter the field
and press the arrow keys to cycle through the available BAUD rates. Press ENT
again to exit and save the setting.

The fields and their rates are described below.
IEC Sensor Input Channels: Valid baud rates for CH1, CH2, and CH3

(Default = 4,800)
IEC Bidirectional Channels: Valid baud rates for CH4, CH5, CH8, and

Pilot (front panel) (Default = 38,400)
Available Baud Rates for all channels are:

4,800
9,600
19,200
38,400
57,600
115,200

4.3.16 Set RS422 Termination Controls

Proper cable termination is very important for signal fidelity particularly over long
cable runs. If the cable is not terminated with its characteristic impedance,
reflections will distort the signal waveforms.

A switchable termination resistor is integrated at the receiver input to provide
proper termination to the data bus. This is ideal for use in networks where
grounds can take on different voltages. Isolation in the circuitry blocks high
voltage differences and eliminates ground loops and is extremely tolerant of
common mode transients between ground potentials. The circuitry also mitigates
the adverse effects of imperfect transmission line termination caused by stubs or
mismatched cables.

For normal installations where cable runs are relatively short and the cable
networks are simple this termination is not needed and should be left at the
default (disabled) setting.

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To enable the termination, arrow over to the desired IEC channel. Press ENT to
activate the field and press any arrow toggle through the two settings.

Figure 58 - Set RS422 Termination Menu

Figure 59 - Set RS422 Termination Screen

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4.3.17 Adjust Backlight Levels

The backlight to the LCD display and the keypads on the front panel may be
independently set. Enter the menu and press the left ← and right → arrows to
adjust the LCD. Use the up ↑ and down ↓ arrows to adjust the keypads. Press
CLR to restore the default setting.

Figure 60 - Adjust Backlight Level Menu

Figure 61 - Adjust Backlight Level Screen

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4.3.18 Alarm Control Setup

Figure 62 - Alarm Control Menu

Figure 63 - Alarm Control Screen

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This menu page allows a user with Administrator privileges to let the transceiver
to automatically acknowledge alarms or to enable and disable alarms. The
alarms can be set to appear on the MKD when the following conditions occur.

 EPFS Lost
 No Postn
 No SOG
 No COG
 Hdg Lost
 No ROT
 VSWR Limit

To control the alarms, arrow over to the desired field and press ENT to enter the
field. Use the arrow keys to cycle through the three settings:

 Enable: The alarm will be displayed and generate a message in the

alarm log

 Disable: No alarm is displayed, and no message is generated in the

alarm log

 Auto Ack: The alarm will be auto--acknowledged, and generate a

message in the alarm log

Figure 64 - Alarm Acknowledged

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4.3.19 Text Messaging

Text messages can be sent through the Safety Text Entry Form.

Figure 65 - Safety Text Menu

MMSI: A Maritime Mobile Service ID is a nine digit unique identifier:
Addressed = enter MMSI, and Broadcast = must enter 0

Mode: Toggles between Addressed and Broadcast
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: Enter message with up to 156 alphanumeric characters

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To send an addressed message:

 Press MSG key from any menu.
 Highlight the MMSI field and press ENT.
 Enter the MMSI number for the ship designated to receive the message,

and press the ENT key.

 Press the Down ↓ arrow key to highlight the Mode field and press the ENT

key.

 Using the Down ↓ arrow key, highlight Addressed, and press the ENT key.
 Using the Down ↓ arrow key, highlight the text portion of the screen, press

the ENT key, and type in the message.

 Press the MSG key to broadcast the message. A message, stating

Successful Transmission appears at the bottom of the screen.

To send a broadcast message:

 Press MSG key.
 Verify that the MMSI number is a zero. If it is not, press the Down ↓ arrow

key until the MMSI is highlighted.

 Press the ENT key, and press the CLR key. Press ENT.
 Press the Down arrow key to highlight the Mode field, and press the ENT

key.

 Use the arrow keys to select Broadcast, and press the ENT key.
 Press the Down arrow key to highlight the TxCh field. Select Auto Select,

and press ENT.

 Using the Down arrow key, highlight the text portion of the screen, press

the ENT key, and type in the message.

 Press the MSG key to broadcast the message.

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5 Antennas

Data sheets on the recommended external antennas are included here.

5.1 VHF

MODEL VHF-159 HD ANTENNA

The Morad Heavy Duty (HD) Marine VHF Antenna is designed to give years
of optimum performance under the most severe weather and vibration
conditions. Due to its excellent propagation pattern and low angle of
radiation, clipping and fading are minimized.

The design of this antenna enables it to consistently outperform its competitors.
Use of a larger diameter rod, instead of a small wire, decreases resistive losses
and provides an increased radiating surface.

The Model VHF-159 HD is base fed through a PL-259 UHF connector and a 50
OHM coaxial cable and can be mounted on any Morad 1" diameter stanchion for
extra height.

The antenna body is 1.5" o.d. painted aluminum tube and has a high tensile
strength stainless steel tip.

SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical
Power Rating 100 Watts

Input Impedance 50 OHMS
Standing Wave Ratio (SWR) 1.15 to 1
Transmitting Frequency Range 156 - 161 MHz
Radiation Pattern Omnidirectional
Relative Gain 6 dB

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Mechanical
Overall Height 54"

Maximum Diameter 1.5"
Wind Survival 100 MPH
Shipping Weight 3 lbs.
Actual Weight 2 1/2 lbs.

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5.2 GPS

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