Installation
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Connection to a PC or Mac
If you choose to use a PC or Mac with suitable charting software to display received AIS messages as other vessels, this can be
accomplished by connecting the USB connector on the supplied power and data cable.
3.2
Installation procedures
Before beginning installation of your AIS transceiver, please ensure you have the necessary additional items as detailed in section 3.1.
It is strongly recommended that you read all of the instructions in this manual prior to installation.
If after reading this manual you are unsure about any element of the installation process please contact your dealer for advice.
The following sections explain the installation process step by step for each of the main elements of the system.
Step 1 - Installing the AIS transceiver
Please note the following guidelines when selecting a location for your AIS transceiver:
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The AIS transceiver must be fitted in a location where it is at least 0.2m from a compass or any magnetic device.
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There should be adequate space around the AIS transceiver for routing of cables. See Figure 5 for details of the AIS transceiver
dimensions.
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The ambient temperature around the AIS transceiver should be maintained between -25°C and +55°C.
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The AIS transceiver should not be located in a flammable or hazardous atmosphere such as in an engine room or near to fuel tanks.
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The AIS transceiver is fully waterproof to ingress protection rating IPx7, however it is recommended that the AIS transceiver is not
subjected to extended periods of exposure to spray or submersion.
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It is recommended that the AIS transceiver is installed in a 'below decks' environment.
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It is acceptable to mount the AIS transceiver either vertically or horizontally.
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The product is supplied with four self tapping screws for attachment of the AIS transceiver to a suitable surface. Please refer to
Figure 6 for guidance.
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The AIS transceiver should be mounted in a location where the indicators are readily visible as these provide important information
on the status of the AIS transceiver.
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If the internal GPS antenna is used the AIS transceiver should be mounted in a location with a clear sky view. The internal GPS
antenna is mounted below the top surface of the transceiver enclosure.
