Ocean Signal ATA100, Installation Manual

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ATA100 INSTALLATION MANUAL
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2.3.7 Data Termination Switches
DIP switches select a 120Ohm termination to the serial ports. If a port requires termination
push the appropriate switch to the ON position.
2.3.8 Pilot Plug Connector
On the front panel (under a rubber cover) there is a standard “Pilot Plug” connection.
The connector is suitable for an AMP/Receptacle, shell size 11, 9-pin plug.
2.3.9 USB Socket
The front panel Micro USB socket can be used for:
• Data logging (insert a USB stick using the supplied USB On-the-Go cable
(see section 1.4 item12 in ATA100 Box Content)
• Data input / output
• Firmware updates (see section 8.3 on page 46 of this manual)
!
ENSURE any equipment connected to this port is isolated from any external earth
connections
2.3.10 Cable Sizes and Specifi cations
Data cables should be suitable for the vessel on which the AIS Transceiver is being installed
taking note of any restricted areas that may have specifi c cable requirements. Each port
has a +ve, -ve and ground connection which should all be connected to ensure there is no
interference cause by external infl uence.
! Do not connect the shield of both the external equipment and the junction box.
Connect at one end only.