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INSTRUCTIONS

AIS RECEIVER

MXA-5000

Thank  you  for  purchasing  the  MXA-5000 

AIS 

RECEIVER

Please read these instructions carefully before 
installation and operation.

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NEVER

 apply AC power to the [DC 12 V] connector on 

the rear panel. This could cause a fire or damage the re-
ceiver.

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NEVER

 connect the receiver to a power source of more 

than 16 V DC such as a 24 V battery. This will damage the 
receiver.

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NEVER

 connect the receiver to a power source using 

reverse polarity. This will damage the receiver.

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NEVER

 cut the DC power cable between the DC plug 

and fuse holder. If an incorrect connection is made after 
cutting, the receiver may be damaged.

 

 

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NEVER

 expose the receiver to rain, snow or any liquids. 

The receiver may be damaged.

 

 

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NEVER

 touch the receiver with wet hands. This may re-

sult in an electric shock or damage the receiver.

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NEVER

 apply more than 25 W RF power or out of 

VHF marine frequency (156.000 to 161.450 MHz) to the 
[RADIO] connector on the rear panel. This will damage the 
receiver.

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DO NOT

 use or place the receiver in areas with tempera-

tures below –20°C (–4°F)

 

or above +60°C (+140°F) or in 

areas subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard.

•  DO NOT

 use chemical agents such as benzine or alcohol 

when  cleaning,  as  they  can  damage  the  receiver’s  sur-
faces.

 

 Place unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by 
children.

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PRECAUTIONS

PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

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DC power connector

Antenna connectors

Multi connector

Power indicator

PC DATA OUT

DATA IN

DATA OUT

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POWER INDICATOR

 Lights green during power ON.

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ANTENNA CONNECTORS

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 [ANTENNA] 

  Connects to a VHF marine antenna with a PL-259 
connector.

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 [RADIO]

 Connects to a VHF marine transceiver with a PL-259 
connector.

•  VHF marine transceiver: Output power 25 W nominal and 

transmit frequency range from 156.000 MHz to 161.450 
MHz.

  When a VHF marine transceiver is connected with an 

antenna through the MXA-5000, its receive sensitivity 
will be reduced (Insertion loss: approx. 3 dB). This is 
normal, and does not indicate the receive’s malfunction.

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DC POWER CONNECTOR [12V DC]

 Connects the supplied DC power cable from this con-
nector to an external 12 V DC power source.

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MULTI CONNECTOR

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 [PC DATA OUT]

 Connects to a PC.

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 [DATA IN] 

 Connects to a GPS receiver.

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 [DATA OUT]

 Connects to a navigation equipment.

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 DC power cable ............................................................. 1

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 Angle .............................................................................. 2

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 Set screws (M3

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6 mm) .................................................. 4

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 Self-tapping screws (M5

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20 mm) .................................. 4

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 Spring washers .............................................................. 4

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 Flat washers ................................................................... 4

 

1 mm = 

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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor-
porated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, 
Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their 
respective holders.

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Dualwatch operation

Two independent receivers can simultaneously receive 
CH87B (161.975 MHz) and CH88B (162.025 MHz).

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Power divider bult-in

A power divider is built-in the MXA-5000. This provides 
easy installation as well, since no extra antenna is 
necessary— just connect the receiver between your VHF 
marine transceiver and an antenna.

•  The internal power divider protects the receiver from a transmit 

signal of the VHF marine transceiver. 

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GPS receiver is connectable

When a GPS receiver is connected, the GPS information 
is added to the received AIS information, and can be sent 
to the connected PC or navigation system. 

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