NAUTICAST 1st3001001, Product Manual

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3.2 Data Port Messages
The data port will output the following:
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Details of relevant AIS transmissions received
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Details of AIS transmissions sent
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Details of channel management messages received
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Alarm messages generated by the BIIT function
The data port will accept the following inputs:
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Programming information
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Alarm acknowledgements
An AIS unit in operation:
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uses one of two VHF channels within the international marine band allocation
(channel 87B; 161.975MHz, or channel 88B; 162.025MHz) to regularly transmit
information such as the vessel position, Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI),
name, speed, course, etc.
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receives similar information from other AIS equipped vessels within VHF range and
outputs that information for use by an external display medium (AIS enabled chart
plotter, PC using AIS enabled chart plotter software etc.)
3.3
Information Transmitted And Received
A Class-A unit will transmit its IMO number (if known), MMSI, Call sign and Name, length and
beam, ship type, time, course over ground (COG), speed over ground (SOG), heading,
navigational status, rate of turn, draught, cargo type, destination and safety related
messages via a short message service (SMS) facility. Message lengths are variable with
static and voyage related information being transmitted less often.
A Class-B unit will transmit its MMSI, Call Sign and Name, length and beam, ship type, time,
course over ground (COG), speed over ground (SOG) and heading.
4 Maintenance
WARNING: Unauthorized opening of the NAUTICAST B2 system will invalidate the warranty.
CAUTION:
Avoid using chemical solvents to clean the NAUTICAST B2 as some solvents
can damage the case material. To clean, wipe down with a damp cloth.
NOTE: The NAUTICAST B2 contains no user serviceable parts. Contact your Service
Agent for repair for replacing the fuse fails to make the equipment serviceable.
5 Electrical Connections
5.1 Power
There is a standard DC female connector mounted on the unit, where power can be provided
using the power cable. Please make sure the voltage of your power source is 12 VDC or
24VDC before connecting to the unit.
5.2
Data / USB-Power
There is a standard USB-B Socket on the unit, fitting to the cable shipped with the AIS to
connect the unit to a PC. This enables you to program your device by using the Link2AIS
software, you are also able to see the device status including the information the device
sends or transmits.
NOTE:
The NAUTICAST B2 is a “RECEIVE ONLY device” once it is powered with the
USB from a connected PC only!