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AIT2000 Installation & Operation Manual
VERSION 1.01
Once installed the AIS unit can be connected to the PC. The USB drivers will be installed automatically and
the AIS will appear as a new COM port device.
Select the AIS COM port and a baud rate of 38,400 in PC based navigation software to make use of the AIS
data.
5.9
Connecting to a power supply
The AIT2000 should be connected to the ship’s 12V or 24V DC power supply typically provided by the vessel's
battery.
It is recommended that crimped and soldered lugs are used to connect the AIS transponder to the power source.
It is recommended that the power supply is connected via a suitable circuit breaker and/or 3A fuse
Connect the red wire to a 12V or 24V power supply positive terminal.
Connect the black wire to the supply negative terminal.
The AIT2000 will only operate correctly as a Class B transponder when it is connected to an external supply that
has a voltage greater than 9.6v. If the supply voltage is less than 9.6v or the AIT2000 is only powered through the
USB cable, then the AIT2000’s GPS circuitry will be powered down and the unit will only operate in AIS Receiver
mode.
The AIT2000 can be powered from the USB port for configuring the unit (programming MMSI number,
etc.) which is useful for initially setting the unit up when first purchased. The following section explains
how to configure the AIT2000 for correct operation.
