Quark-elec Manual
12 of 18
2019
V1.0
4. Configuration software
A051T transponder must be correctly configured for your vessel before operation. All configuration information must
be entered carefully as this information will be transmitted to other AIS equipped vessels and shore stations.
A051T transponder is configured by connecting to a Windows computer running the configuration tool supplied. To
active the new configuration, unplug USB and re-power the A051T.
The configuration tool for the A051T is where the user will assign there ships information to the transponder. This
information is needed for the transponder to accurately locate and use the class B AIS system. Use the link below to
download the configuration tool if not on CD. Configuration tool can only be used on Windows.
https://www.quark-elec.com/downloads/configuration-tools/
To Configure the A051T,
Connect the A051T to a Windows system via USB (for Mac users, boot camp).
Close other programs that would connect to the A051T via USB.
Run the Configuration tool
Insert password and check connection to A051T in the bottom row of the tool.
4.1. Admin Password
On first use, the default Configuration password is: 888888. You will need this to open the Configuration software.
For your security, change the Admin password at the bottom left hand side of the screen, once your Configuration
software is open.
Figure 2: A051T Configuration tool
4.2. Serial port Config
The Serial port must be Open before any configurations.
The port number can be found from ‘Device manager’
after the driver has been installed (if required.).
Once you have input your settings(see below),
Press
‘Config’
for each section you have changed.
After 60 seconds Click ‘
Exit’
and repower your A051T.
