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GENERAL WARNINGS
All marine Automatic Identification System (AIS) units utilise a satellite based system such as the Global Positioning Satellite
(GPS) network or the Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) network to determine position. The accuracy of these
networks is variable and is affected by factors such as the antenna positioning, how many satellites are used to determine a
position and how long satellite information has been received for. It is desirable wherever possible therefore to verify both your
vessels AIS derived position data and other vessels AIS derived position data with visual or radar based observations.
The proAIS application is intended for use as an installation and configuration tool. The application is not a navigation tool
and should not be used as such.
LICENSING
IMPORTANT: In most countries the operation of an AIS unit is included under the vessels marine VHF licence provisions. The
vessel on to which the AIS unit is to installed must therefore possess a current VHF radiotelephone licence which lists the AIS
system and the vessel Call Sign and MMSI number. Please contact the relevant authority in your country for more information.
In accordance with a policy of continual development and product improvement the SRT-MTB hardware and software may be
upgraded from time to time and future versions of the SRT-MTB may therefore not correspond exactly with this manual. When
necessary upgrades to the product will be accompanied by updates or addenda to this manual. Please take time to read this
manual carefully and to understand its contents fully so that you can install and operate your AIS system correctly.
Information contained in this manual is liable to change without notice. Software Radio Technology plc disclaims any liability for
consequences arising from omissions or inaccuracies in this manual and any other documentation provided with this product.
DISCLAIMER
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS "AS IS" AND ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COPYRIGHT OWNER OR
CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF
USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY,
WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY
WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
This software uses components and source code developed by other companies or groups.
Microsoft .Net Framework V2.0:
Copyright © 2005 Microsoft Corporation
ZedGraph Graphing component dll (http://zedgraph.org):
Provided under the GNU Lesser General Public License
All trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.
Copyright © 2007, Software Radio Technology plc
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Contents
Installation guide 4
Prerequisites 4
Setup 4
Removal 4
User guide 5
AIS Connection 5
Static Data Tab 8
GPS Status tab 11
Diagnostics tab 12
Serial data tab 14
Software update tab 15
Other vessels tab 16
Binary messages tab 17
Commands tab 18
Troubleshooting guide 20
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Installation guide
Prerequisites
The proAIS application is designed to operate with Microsoft Windows 200, XP and above. Recommended minimum system
requirements are:
Microsoft Windows XP SP2
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Display resolution of at least 1024 x 768
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At least one RS232 serial port (or USB to serial converter already installed*)
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*If you are using a USB to serial converter please ensure this is fully installed before proceeding.
This software uses the Microsoft .Net Framework V2.0. The framework will be automatically installed during setup if not already
present on the system.
Setup
1. Insert the installation CD and locate the Setup.exe file.
2. Double click the Setup.exe file to begin the installation.
3. Follow on screen prompts to install the .Net framework if required
4. When the security warning below is displayed, select 'Install'
5. The application will install and launch automatically
6. A Start Menu folder and shortcut will be created with the name 'proAIS'. This short cut should be used to re-launch the
application as required
Removal
The proAIS application can be removed at any time via the windows Control Panel 'Add or Remove Programs' tool.
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AIS Connection
1. Launch the proAIS application by navigating to the 'proAIS' shortcut on the Start Menu.
2. The initial application screen will appear as shown below (exact screen display depends on version installed)
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3. The application requires a serial connection to an SRT-MTB© transponder. Connect the transponder to an available
serial port.
4. Select the serial port from the drop down menu, then click 'Connect':
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5. Once a connection is established the application is ready to use. Connection status is indicated at the bottom left of the
application window:
6. The functions of proAIS are arranged in a series of tabs. Each tab contains information relating to a particular aspect of
the connected AIS transponder. Depending on the version of proAIS installed not all tabs shown below may be visible.
Static data tab
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Displays the 'Static data' for the connected AIS transponder. This includes the vessel's name, call
sign, MMSI number and other fixed information
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Allows editing of the static data
GPS Status tab
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Shows the status of the internal GPS receiver, including position fix data and satellite signal strength
graph
Diagnostics tab
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Shows the status of key system diagnostics. Used to troubleshoot installation of the transponder and
verify correct operation.
Other Vessels tab
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Shows information about other vessels in the area received from the AIS transponder
Safety messages tab
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Displays safety related messages received from other AIS equipped vessels.
Commands tab
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Provides access to software controlled features of the SRT-MTB AIS transponder.
Serial Data tab
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Shows the raw NMEA serial data being generated by the transponder. Provides a facility to log this
data to a file for later analysis.
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Allows NMEA commands to be sent to the transponder
Software update tab
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Provides facilities to upgrade the transponder software from an update file.
Subsequent sections describe the functions of each tab in more detail.
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Menu Bar
The menu bar provides basic program options.
Under the 'File' menu the 'Open log file' option allows playback of a log file previously recorded using proAIS. A log file can be
recorded using the tools provided on the 'Serial Data' tab. During log file playback only data recorded in the log is available and
most buttons in the application will be inoperative.
The 'Open log file' option is not available whilst a serial connection is made. Please disconnect from the AIS transponder to
enable this option.
Under the 'Options' menu item checking 'Beep on AIS Transmission' will cause the PC to emit a sound every time the
connected AIS unit transmits.
The 'Force connection' option is used for diagnosing connection issues and should be left unselected. This feature should be
used under guidance from your technical support contact.
The Help -> About menu item displays the program splash screen and version information.
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