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SL-C510-AIS
Compact 5-9NM Solar Marine Lantern
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AIS Configuration - Message 21 and Message 6
The process for configuring a SL-C510 with AIS to transmit Sealite Message 21 and Message 6
GLA. It is also applicable to a standalone SL-AIS-C1 or SL-AIS-C3 without sensor board option fitted and
not connected to a lantern.
Reference Documentation
•
SL-C510 Installation Manual
• SRT P216 Carbon installation and operation guide
The following tools are required for setup/testing of AIS Ready system:
Power Supply
DC Volts
Laptop/Desktop computer
with all required software
installed
PC to AIS
RS-232 Cable
Digital Multi-meter
Fluke 115
or equivalent
Software
AIS / VHF Receiver
Dual channel Receiver
WARNING
The lantern electronics are not fitted with any reverse voltage/polarity protection circuitry.
Not observing correct electrical polarity will result in permanent damage to the electronics.
CAUTION
It is essential that electrical power is not applied to the Lantern or AIS Module until instructed
to do so.
CAUTION
Maintain a minimum distance of 10m between adjacent lanterns if testing 2 or more lanterns
at the same time. Otherwise you may permanantly damage either or both the AIS tranceiver.
CAUTION
The SL-C510-AIS generates Radio fields. All personal shall be authorised and trained to test
this equipment.
ATTENTION
It is essential that this procedure is carried out in a safe workspace when powering the RF
transmitter. Maintain at least 5m distance from the AIS transponder when in operation.