CONFIGURATION TOOL INFORMATION
Assign your ship’s information to the transponder using the Configuration tool, to accurately
broadcast your class B AIS signal. The configuration tool (Windows) is on the included CD and can
be downloaded from https://www.quark-elec.com/downloads/configuration-tools/
Some information is legally required if using the A051T on water, particularly MMSI and
Ship type. Check your relevant authority/coastguard. Leave fields blank if not required.
QK-A051T
Config
Notes
MMSI
The Maritime Mobile Service Identity number is your unique 9 digit number that is
assigned to a DSC (Digital Selective Calling) radio or a transponder unit. See chapter in
manual on
Mobile Maritime Service Identity
.
Ship type
This field should contain a number referring to the type of vessel you are using this
transponder on. For example ‘36’ for vessels using sail propulsion. And ‘37’ for pleas-
ure craft (Yacht powered by engine).
GPS
A
B
C
D
A
: Distance from bow to GPS antenna in metres
B
: Distance from stern to GPS antenna in metres
C
: Distance from port to GPS antenna in metres
D
: Distance from Starboard to GPS antenna in metre
(The transponder must know where your GPS antenna is located
to make accurate readings.
Be as accurate as possible when writing this information as it will
impact on the accuracy of your GPS data.)
IMO
International Maritime Organization
number should be entered into this section, if
relevant. This can be found on the hull and certificates for the ship.
CALL SIGN
Your vessel’s call sign if relevant.
Draught
Draught is the vertical distance between the waterline and the bottom of the hull
(keel), with the thickness of the hull included. Draft determines the minimum depth
of water a ship or boat can safely navigate.
Name
Name of your vessel.
Destination
This is the destination your vessel is heading to. This should be entered before every
journey.
ETA
Estimated time of arrival to destination entered above.
WiFi
See notes on previous page and WiFi section of the manual.
1. Connect the A051T to 12V power.
2. Connect to the PC via USB.
3. Open the Configuration software
(close other software using the A051T, eg chart software).
4. Open serial port
(the connection between the transponder and the PC) Select the COM port
and click ‘Connect.’ If unsure, of your COM port number, check your PC’s device manager.
5. Input your information carefully and press ‘Config’
in each section.
6. Wait for ‘Config successful‘ message
before Configuring the next section.
7. Unplug the USB
and
re-power the A051T
to activate the new Configuration.
Disclaimer
This product is designed to aid navigation and should be used to augment normal navigational procedures
and practices. It is the user’s responsibility to use this product prudently. Neither Quark-elec(UK), nor their
distributors or dealers accept responsibility or liability either to the product user or their estate for any
accident, loss, injury or damage whatsoever arising out of the use or of liability to use this product.
SET-UP GUIDE
What You Need
Installation Overview
Notes
All products are CE and RoHS certified
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QK-A051T CLASS B
AIS TRANSPONDER WITH WIFI
(V3 09/19)
