Nauticast NAUTICASTA2 NAUTICAST A2 User Manual

Nauticast GmbH NAUTICAST A2 Users Manual

Users Manual

PRODUCT MANUAL Class-A SOLAS/Inland AIS Transponder Art. No. 100 1001 Nauticast GmbH Lützowgasse 12-14 / 3.OG 1140 Vienna, Austria T: +43 (1) 5 237 237-0 F: +43 (1) 5 237 237-150 office@nauticast.com
Page 2 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 DISCLAIMER Although Nauticast GmbH strives for accuracy in all its publications this material may contain errors or omissions and is subject to change without prior notice. Nauticast GmbH shall not be made liable for any specific, indirect, incidental or consequential damages as a result of the usage of this manual. Please visit our website for the latest manual revision at www.nauticast.com if necessary. COPYRIGHT PROTECTION This document is protected by copyright law. Copying or duplicating be it physically or electronically for any usage other than the operation of a Nauticast A2 AIS System is prohibited and any offender may be liable to the payment of damages. Dieses Dokument ist urheberrechtlich geschützt. Jede Weitergabe oder Vervielfältigung dieser Unterlage ist ausschließlich zur Unterstützung des Betriebes eines Nauticast A2 AIS Systems zulässig. Zuwiderhandlungen verpflichten zu Schadenersatz. Ce document est protégé par le droit d'auteur. Toute redistribution ou reproduction de ce document est autorisée exclusivement pour appuyer le fonctionnement d'un système AIS A2 Nauticast. Les contrevenants seront passibles de dommages-intérêts. Este documento está protegido por derechos de autor. Cualquier redistribución o reproducción de este documento está permitida exclusivamente para apoyar la operación de un sistema AIS A2 Nauticast. Los infractores quedan obligados por daños y perjuicios. GENERAL WARNINGS All marine Automatic Identification System (AIS) units utilize a satellite based system such as the Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) network or the Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) network to determine their position. The accuracy of these networks is variable and is affected by factors such as the antenna positioning, the number of satellites that are available to determine a position and how long satellite information has been received for. It is desirable wherever possible to verify both your vessel’s AIS derived position data and other vessels’ AIS derived position data with visual or radar based observations. In most countries the operation of an AIS unit is included under the vessel’s marine VHF license provisions. The vessel onto which the AIS unit is to be installed must therefore possess a valid VHF radiotelephone license which lists the AIS system and the vessel Call Sign and MMSI number. Please contact the relevant authority in your country for more information. LIMITED WARRANTY This product is warranted against factory defect in material and workmanship for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase. During the warranty period Nauticast GmbH will repair or at its option, replace the product at no cost to the buyer provided that a return authorization is obtained from Nauticast GmbH, Lützowgasse 12-14 / 3. OG, 1140 Vienna, Austria (see Section Contact & Support information). This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident or misuse, or as a result of service or modification by unauthorized service personnel. For authorized service partners see our homepage www.nauticast.com or contact Nauticast support directly. Warranty and certification void if device is opened. © 2014 Nauticast GmbH Nauticast™ is a protected trademark of Nauticast GmbH
Page 3 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 Index 1 GENERAL INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................... 6 1.1 Description of AIS..................................................................................................................... 6 1.2 AIS Networks ........................................................................................................................... 8 1.3 Inland AIS................................................................................................................................ 8 2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................. 9 2.1 Product Description .................................................................................................................. 9 2.2 Main features ......................................................................................................................... 10 3 INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................. 11 3.1 Installation Requirements ....................................................................................................... 11 3.2 Installation Overview .............................................................................................................. 11 3.3 Mounting the NAUTICAST A2 .................................................................................................. 11 3.4 Mount the NAUTICAST A2 VHF antenna ................................................................................... 12 3.5 Mount the NAUTICAST A2 GPS Antenna .................................................................................. 13 3.6 Electrical Installation ............................................................................................................... 14 3.7 System Configuration .............................................................................................................. 19 4 OPERATION...................................................................................................................................... 20 4.1 System Mode ......................................................................................................................... 20 4.2 LED’s and Controls ................................................................................................................. 20 4.3 Main Menu – Tree View .......................................................................................................... 22 4.4 Configuration Parameters ........................................................................................................ 23 4.5 Alarm and Alert Pop-ups ......................................................................................................... 29 4.6 Status Bar .............................................................................................................................. 30 4.7 Status Icons ........................................................................................................................... 30 4.8 View Remote Ship Information ................................................................................................ 31 4.9 View Plot of Targets ............................................................................................................... 32 4.10 View Transmitted Own Ship Information .................................................................................. 32 4.11 Enter and Read Voyage Related Information ............................................................................ 33 4.12 Handling Safety Related Messages (SRM) and Text Messages ................................................... 33 4.13 Send Persons On Board .......................................................................................................... 34 4.14 Long Range Interrogations ...................................................................................................... 35 4.15 Inland ETA and RTA ............................................................................................................... 36 4.16 Inland Water Levels ................................................................................................................ 36 4.17 Regional Areas ....................................................................................................................... 37 4.18 Alarms ................................................................................................................................... 37 4.19 Status List .............................................................................................................................. 37 4.20 Non Functional Time ............................................................................................................... 38 4.21 GPS Status ............................................................................................................................. 38 4.22 View Raw Data ....................................................................................................................... 38 4.23 SW/HW Info ........................................................................................................................... 39 4.24 VHF Status ............................................................................................................................. 39 4.25 Communication Test ............................................................................................................... 39 4.26 Update Software .................................................................................................................... 40 4.27 Restore Config ....................................................................................................................... 40 4.28 Save Configuration to USB memory ......................................................................................... 40 4.29 Load Configuration from USB memory ..................................................................................... 41 5 SOFTWARE UPGRADE .......................................................................................................................... 43 6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................. 44 6.1 Transponder Physical .............................................................................................................. 44 6.2 Transponder Electrical ............................................................................................................ 44 6.3 Transponder Environment ....................................................................................................... 44 6.4 Transponder VHF Transceiver ................................................................................................. 44 6.5 Transponder Internal GPS Receiver ......................................................................................... 44 6.6 AIS Alarm Relay ..................................................................................................................... 44 7 TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................................ 45 7.1 Troubleshooting Prerequisites ................................................................................................. 45 7.2 Troubleshooting with the Front Panel LED’s ............................................................................. 45 7.3 Troubleshooting with Alarm Messages ..................................................................................... 45 7.4 Troubleshooting via the Display ............................................................................................... 47 7.5 Reporting Intervals for Class A Transponders ........................................................................... 49
Page 4 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 7.6 F.A.Q ..................................................................................................................................... 50 7.7 Contact & Support information ................................................................................................ 50 7.8 Indication Messages ............................................................................................................... 51 7.9 Long Range Definitions ........................................................................................................... 51 8 INTERPRETATION OF INPUT SENTENCES .................................................................................................. 52 8.1 GPS and Sensor Input Sentences ............................................................................................. 52 8.2 General Input Sentences ......................................................................................................... 55 8.3 AIS Specific Input Sentences ................................................................................................... 56 8.4 Long Range Input Sentences .................................................................................................. 58 8.5 Proprietary Input Sentences .................................................................................................... 58 9 INTERPRETATION OF OUTPUT SENTENCES ................................................................................................ 59 9.1 Proprietary Output Sentences (PSTT) ...................................................................................... 59 9.2 Long Range Output Sentences ................................................................................................ 60 9.3 AIS Output Sentences ............................................................................................................. 61 10 GLOSSARY ....................................................................................................................................... 65 10.1 Inland ERI Ship Types ............................................................................................................ 67 10.2 Units ...................................................................................................................................... 68 11 APPENDIX ........................................................................................................................................ 69 11.1 Appendix A – Drawings ........................................................................................................... 69 11.2 Appendix B – License .............................................................................................................. 72 11.3 Appendix C – Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................... 75 11.4 Appendix D – Certification ....................................................................................................... 76
Page 5 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 History of Changes Software dependencies This revision of the Manual is valid for the Software version (s) below stated and future versions unless otherwise noted. Please find further information on the Nauticast homepage (www.nauticast.com). Current software version can always be verified in the S/W info dialog as described in section 4.23. Safety Instructions Note the following compass safe distances: Disposal Instructions Broken or unwanted electrical or electronic equipment parts shall be classified and handled as ‘Electronic Waste’. Improper disposal may be harmful to the environment and human health. Please refer to your local waste authority for information on return and collection systems in your area. Contact Information For installation, service, ordering info and technical support please contact your local Nauticast service partner. A list of dealers and service stations can be found on our website http://www.nauticast.com. Date Version Status Comments Responsible 2013-07-15 1.2 Release First Official Release Ch. Aschl 2014-01-28 1.3 Release Changes due to SW update Ch. Aschl 2014-09-30 2.0 Release Nauticast, Certification, general rework V. Janik Date AIS software Version Status Comments Responsible 2014-07-01 1.1.10 Release Type approved V. Janik Equipment Standard magnetic compass Steering magnetic compass Nauticast A2 Transponder 0.60 m 0.45 m
Page 6 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 1 General Introduction 1.1 Description of AIS AIS stands for: “Automatic Identification System” What is AIS? According to IALA regulations, AIS is defined as follows: AIS is a broadcast transponder system, operating in the VHF maritime mobile Band (161,975 and 162,025 MHz). It is capable of sending ship information such as identification, position, course, speed and more to other ships and to shore stations. It can handle multiple reports at rapid update rates and uses Self-Organizing Time Division Multiple Access (SOTDMA) technology to meet these high broadcast rates and ensure reliable and robust operation. The Modules of an AIS are:  DGPS / GPS receiver  VHF Radio  Antenna  Computer (CPU)  Power Supply Appropriate application software connects the individual modules. In which modes do AIS operate? AIS devices are required to function flawlessly in a variety of modes. The relevant regulations require that the system shall be capable of  An "autonomous and continuous" mode for operation in all areas. This mode shall be capable of being switched to/from one of the following alternate modes by a competent authority;  An "assigned" mode for operation in an area subject to a competent authority responsible for traffic monitoring such that the data transmission interval and/or time slots may be set remotely by that authority;  A "polling or controlled" mode, where the data transfer occurs in response to interrogation from a ship or competent authority. Types of AIS:  Class A Transponder – This type of transponder is used on open sea waters and is mandatory for ships of 300 gross tonnage or more on international voyages, all cargo ships of 500 gross tonnage or more and on passenger ships.  Class B Transponder – Used on smaller vessels and pleasure crafts. It transmits with less power than class A transponders and has a lower priority ranking on the data link.  Base Station – Fixed shore station that is typically connected to an AIS network to collect information from all vessels around a certain port or shore line.  Repeater Stations – Used to extend the coverage range by repeating incoming messages. Can be implemented as a function in an AIS Base station or an AtoN station.  SAR (Search and Rescue) Transponder – Used on airplanes and helicopters in search and rescue missions.  AtoN (Aids to Navigation) – A transceiver that is fitted on buoys and lighthouses in order to send information about their positions.  Inland AIS – A European standardized extension to Class A systems for use on inland water ways. An inland transponder has additional messages to communicate with bridges, ports and locks and can also send some additional information that are useful on water ways such as blue sign indication, specific hazardous cargo etc.  SART (Search and Rescue Transmitters) – Distress beacons for life rafts. An active SART signal will always be sorted at the top of the target list to highlight its presence.
Page 7 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 AIS in an Operational Environment This illustration depicts a typical AIS System, where two or more AIS equipped vessels (and shore based systems) are automatically communicating with each other. Figure 1 – AIS System Both vessels in the above illustration are equipped with a NAUTICAST A2 (or any other certified AIS-Transponder). Due to “Time – Synchronization” they use the same organization of free and allocated windows (Slots) in the shared VHF Data Link (this method is called “Self Organized Time Division Multiple Access”) to send and receive messages. On the next page, a typical NAUTICAST A2 installation in a common environment is shown. The NAUTICAST A2 is connected to the vessel’s emergency power supply, and in connection with the VHF, and GPS-Antennas, the minimal requirements for transponder operation are fulfilled. By means of standardized messages the involved AIS systems exchange certain static data and dynamic information, such as the location and the course of the other ships in the area.
Page 8 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 1.2 AIS Networks The illustration below shows a full AIS covered area (including applications and shore infrastructure). Figure 2 – AIS Network 1.3 Inland AIS The AIS Inland Standard is an European extension to class A devices for use on inland waterways. AIS Inland transponders support additional messages for communication with Bridges, Ports and locks. Blue Sign or dangerous cargo messages can also be transmitted. Note: The NAUTICAST A2 AIS can operate in both modes, standard (SOLAS) class A and Inland, depending the user’s needs.
Page 9 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 2 System Overview 2.1 Product Description The NAUTICAST A2 System consists of a transceiver radio unit, a GPS receiver, a controller unit and a colour LCD with a numerical keypad. The radio has three receivers, two tuneable TDMA receivers and one DSC receiver. The transmitter alternates its transmissions between the two operating TDMA. The controller unit creates and schedules data packets (containing dynamic, static and voyage related data) for transmission based on the IMO performance standard for AIS. The NAUTICAST A2 shall be connected to the ship’s sensors as required by the installation guidelines published by IALA. The NAUTICAST A2 can interface external navigation and presentation systems that support required IEC 61162-1 sentences. Refer to chapter 8 for more information. The NAUTICAST A2 is prepared for connection to Long Range systems like Inmarsat C. The colour LCD and numerical keypad provides a graphical user-friendly interface to the system. It is possible to plot the location of other vessels, aids to navigation and search and rescue vessels. The LCD and numerical keypad can also be used to send and receive messages, perform configuration as well as supervise the systems status. Figure 3 – System Overview
Page 10 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 2.2 Main features  Multi-colour 3.5” LCD with numerical keypad interface.  USB Host interface for connection of USB keyboard and USB flash memories.  Individual visual display settings for day and night operations.  Broadcast of Dynamic, Static and Voyage related information.  Standardized interface for connection to ship sensors e.g. GNSS, Gyro, Rate of Turn Indicator, ECDIS/ECS and ARPA.  Plot capable of presenting up to 500 targets in the vicinity of the own ship.  Messaging views for generation and presentation of safety related messages and text messages.  Pilot plug integrated to the front of the transponder unit.  Channel management capability for areas without access to the worldwide allocated AIS frequencies.  Possibility to generate Long Range AIS reply over satcom equipment such as Inmarsat C.  In addition to the normal high (12,5W) and low (1W) power mode, the NAUTICAST A2 has a 1W tanker mode in accordance with requirements for tanker operations in port.  Reception and processing of AIS messages 18,19 and 24A/B as transmitted by AIS Class B ‘CS’ Transponders.  Easily upgraded with the latest software release from Nauticast using USB memory.  Save/Restore configuration using USB Storage.
Page 11 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 3 Installation IMPORTANT: AUTHORITIES MANDATE that after the physical installation has been successfully completed, all ship data and settings be entered into the AIS transponder. See Section 4 for further instructions. 3.1 Installation Requirements General Requirements Please note that international conventions, regulations, instructions and guidelines have to be followed when installing the NAUTICAST A2. The following points must be observed before installation can commence: - Permission by the local authority to install such a device must be granted. - Trained service personnel must undertake the installation. - The NAUTICAST A2 must be fitted in a suitable place on the bridge. - The VHF and GPS Antennas must be installed in a suitable position, where excellent reception conditions apply (refer to Chapter 3.4) - All available interfaces must be installed. - The vessels power supply must suffice, and the GMDSS power supply has to be used. - Installation of the pilot plug in conning position (close to the pilot’s work place). 3.2 Installation Overview Basic Equipment: Name Part number Qty. NAUTICAST A2 AIS Transponder SOLAS Class A & Inland AIS 1001001 1 Documentation for Nauticast A2 1001001-1 1 Power Cable 2m 1001002 1 Table 1 – NAUTICAST A2 Basic Equipment AIS is considered part of the ship’s radio station and is surveyed together with radio installation. Surveys on SOLAS Convention ships should be carried out in accordance with the rules laid down in IMO Res. A 746(18) "Survey Guidelines under the harmonized system of survey and certification" (R) 8, and "Protocol of 1988 relating to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974." The NAUTICAST A2 consists of one unit, which integrates all necessary modules. Step-by-Step Installation Procedure: When installing the NAUTICAST A2, it is recommended to follow the steps described in this manual. Details of the installation procedure can be found in the coming sections. Recommended installation steps: 1. Mount the NAUTICAST A2 at conning station 2. Mount the alarm relay unit (if available) 3. Mount the VHF antenna 4. Mount the GPS antenna 5. Connect antennas, all external systems and sensors to the NAUTICAST A2 6. Power up the system 7. Set configuration parameters 8. Perform system functional check 9. 3.3 Mounting the NAUTICAST A2 3.3.1 Location The NAUTICAST A2 should be mounted close to the position from which the ship is normally operated, preferably on the bridge console close to the conning position. When mounting the NAUTICAST A2, please consider the following:  The NAUTICAST A2 shall be connected to ship ground using the earth terminal found on the rear plate.  The temperature and humidity should be moderate and stable at the place of mounting, +15ºC to +35ºC (Operating temperature: -15ºC to +55ºC.)  Select a location away from excessive heat sources
Page 12 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0  Ensure that there is enough airflow to avoid high ambient temperatures  Avoid areas where there is a high flow of humid salt air  Avoid places with high levels of vibrations and shocks  Avoid mounting the NAUTICAST A2 in direct sunlight for the best readability  Ensure that the cables can be connected without violating their minimum bending radius  The unit can affect magnetic compasses. The minimum compass safe distance is 0.60 meters to a standard magnetic compass and 0.45 meters to a steering magnetic compass Regarding the physical size please see the Appendix A – Drawings containing all mechanical drawings. 3.4 Mount the NAUTICAST A2 VHF antenna Interference to the Ship’s VHF Radiotelephone The AIS ship borne equipment, like any other ship borne transceiver operating in the VHF maritime band, may cause interference to a ship’s VHF radiotelephone. Because AIS is a digital system, this interference may occur as a periodic (e.g. every 20 seconds) soft clicking sound on the ship’s radiotelephone. This affect may become more noticeable if the VHF radiotelephone antenna is located close to the AIS VHF antenna, and when the radiotelephone is operating on channels near the AIS operating channels (e.g. channels 27, 28 and 86). Attention should be paid to the location and installation of the various antennas, in order to support the antenna characteristics in the best possible way. 3.4.1 VHF Antenna Location Location of the mandatory AIS VHF-antenna should be carefully considered. Digital communication is more sensitive than analogue/voice communication to interference created by reflections caused by obstructions such as masts and booms. It may be necessary to relocate the VHF radiotelephone antenna to minimize interference effects. To minimize interference effects, the following guidelines apply:  The AIS VHF antenna should have omnidirectional vertical polarization.  The AIS VHF antenna should be placed in an elevated position, as free standing as possible, with a minimum of 2 meters in horizontal direction from constructions made of conductive materials. The antenna should not be installed close to any large vertical obstruction. The AIS VHF antenna should have a visible sky of 360°.  The AIS VHF antenna should be installed at least 3 meters away from interfering high-power energy sources such as radar and other transmitting radio antennas, and out of the way of the transmitting beam.  There should not be more than one antenna on each level. The AIS VHF antenna should be mounted directly above or below the ship’s primary VHF radiotelephone antenna, with no horizontal separation and a minimum of 2 meters vertical separation. If it is located on the same level as other antennas, the distance apart should measure at least 10 meters. 3.4.2 VHF Cabling The cable should be kept as short as possible to minimize attenuation of the signal. Double shielded coaxial cable equal or better than RG214 is recommended to minimize the effects from electromagnetic interference from high power lines, radar or other radio transmitter cables. The table below gives recommendation on cables that can be used for the VHF-antenna connections, the cables used should always be of marine approved type. The cable attenuation shall be kept as low as possible; a 3 dB loss is the same as cutting the signal strength in half. Table 2 – VHF Antenna Cables Example: A cable of 40 meter RG 214 has a cable attenuation of 2.8 dB. All outdoor connectors on the coaxial cables should be fitted with preventive isolation, such as shrink-stocking with silicone to protect the antenna cable against water penetration. Coaxial cables should be installed in Type Attenuation @ 150 MHz (dB/100m)  (mm) Weight (kg/100m) RG 214 7 10.8 18.5 RG 217 5 13.8 30.1 RG 225 8 10.9 23.3
Page 13 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 separate signal cable channels/tubes, and at least 10 cm away from any power supply cables. Crossing of cables should take place at right angles (90°). Coaxial cables should not be exposed to sharp bends, which may lead to changes to the characteristic impedance of the cable. The minimum bend radius should be 5 times the cables outside diameter. Grounding Coaxial down-leads must be used for all receiving antennas, and the coaxial screen should be connected to the ground at one end. 3.5 Mount the NAUTICAST A2 GPS Antenna The NAUTICAST A2 shall be connected to a GPS antenna type Procom GPS-4 (1001022), Nauticast Standard GPS antenna (3001002) or to a combined GPS/VHF antenna AC Marine VHF/GPS-2 (1001027). 5V DC is supplied through the antenna lead for the antenna preamplifier. Please note the Compass Safe Distances in section 6.3 “Transponder Environment”. If the combined AC Marine GPS/VHF antenna is used the diplexer unit shall be installed in an indoor environment. Attention should be paid to the location and installation of the different antennas on the ship in order to obtain the best possible efficiency. How and where the GPS antenna and cable is installed will greatly affect its sensing efficiency. 3.5.1 GPS Antenna Location The GNSS antenna must be installed where it has a clear view of the sky, so that it accesses the horizon freely through 360°, with a vertical observation of 5 to 90 degrees above the horizon. Small diameter obstructions, such as masts and booms, do not seriously impair signal reception, but such objects must not eclipse more than a few degrees of any given bearing. The antenna must be located at least three meters away from, and out of the transmitting beam of high-power transmitters (S-Band Radar and/or Inmarsat systems). This includes the ship’s own AIS VHF antenna, if it is designed and installed separately. If a DGNSS system is included or connected to the AIS system, the installation of the antenna should be undertaken in accordance with IEC 61108-4, Edition 1. 3.5.2 GPS Cabling The gain of the GPS antenna built-in pre-amplifier shall match the cable attenuation. The resulting installation gain (pre-amplifier gain minus cable attenuation) shall be within 0 to 26 dB. A minimum value of 10 dB is recommended for optimum performance. A double shielded coaxial cable is recommended. The coaxial cable should be routed directly between the GPS antenna and the NAUTICAST A2 GPS connector in order to reduce electromagnetic interference effects. The cable should not be installed close to high-power lines, such as radar or radio transmitter lines or the AIS VHF antenna cable. A separation of 1 meter or more is recommended to avoid interference due to RF-coupling. Crossing of antenna cables should be done at 90 degrees to minimise magnetic field coupling. The table below gives recommendation on cables that can be used for the Transponder GPS-antenna connections, the cables used should always be of marine approved type. Due to the high frequency it’s important that the attenuation in the cable is low for the specific frequency (1.5 GHz). Type Attenuation @ 1.5 GHz (dB/m)  (mm) Weight (kg/100m) RG 58 0.9 5 3.7 RG 400 0.6 4.95 6.3 RG 223 0.6 5.40 5.5 RG 214 0.35 10.8 18.5 RG 225 0.3 10.9 23.3 Table 3 – GPS Antenna Cables For optimum performance approximately +10dB gain should be available when the cable attenuation has been subtracted from the GPS-antenna preamplifier gain. The net gain shall not exceed +26dB.
Page 14 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 Example: Cable type Preamplifier gain (dB) Required min cable length (m) Recommended max. cable length (m) RG 58 12 0 2 RG 58 26 0 18 RG 58 30 4.5 22 RG 223 12 0 3.5 RG 223 26 0 26.5 RG 223 30 6.5 33.5 RG 214 12 0 6 RG 214 26 0 46 RG 214 30 11.5 57 Table 4 – GPS Antenna Cable Examples Min length = (Preamp. Gain – 26 dB)/Cable attenuation per meter Max length = (Preamp. Gain – 10 dB)/Cable attenuation per meter Coaxial cables (marine approved type) should be installed in separate signal cable channels/tubes and at least 10 cm away from power supply cables. Crossing of cables should be done at right angles (90°). Coaxial cables should not be exposed to sharp bends, which may lead to a change of the characteristic impedance of the cable. The minimum bending radius should be 5 times the cable's diameter. All outdoor installed connectors should be weather proofed, e.g. with shrink tubing, watertight seal tape or butyl rubber tape and plastic tape sealing, to protect against water penetration into the antenna cable. Secure the cable properly near the cable ends. Grounding Coaxial down-leads must be used. The coaxial shielding screen should be connected to ground at one end. 3.6 Electrical Installation The protocol of the serial port interfaces is compliant to IEC 61162-1Ed.4 (2010-11). All serial ports in the NAUTICAST A2 have the same capabilities with one exception, any Long Range equipment must be connected to the Long Range port. The primary external position sensor should be connected to the Sensor 1 port since this port has the highest priority. The serial ports in the NAUTICAST A2 can also receive differential corrections in RTCM format for correction of the internal GPS receiver. The ports in the NAUTICAST A2 have different default baud rates but they can all be configured to any baud rate of 4800, 9600, 38400, 57600 or 115200 bps. The priority levels for input of sensor data on the different ports are listed below: Priority Identification Default Baud Rate Port direction 1 (Highest priority) Sensor 1 4800 bps Input (See note 1) 2 Sensor 2 4800 bps Input 3 Sensor 3 4800 bps Input 4 ECDIS 38400 bps Input / Output (See note 2) 5 Long Range 9600 bps Input / Output (See note 2) 6 Pilot 38400 bps Input / Output (See note 2) 7 (Lowest priority) RS-232 38400 bps Input / Output (See note 2) Table 5 Port Priorities and Default Baud Rates NOTE 1: This means that if valid position data from external position sources are input on e.g. both Sensor 1 and ECDIS port, the position data from Sensor 1 will be used. NOTE 2: Output will be limited if baud rate is below 38400 bps. VDM and VDO messages will not be output. If the same data is provided using different NMEA sentences on the same port, the priority depends on the
Page 15 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 sentence in accordance with Table 6. Priority Position COG/SOG HDG ROT 1 (Highest) RMC RMC THS ROT 2 GNS VTG HDT - 3 GGA VBW OSD - 4 GLL OSD - - Table 6 – Sentence priority 3.6.1 Output Drive Capacity for Serial Ports Each serial port transmitter in the NAUTICAST A2 can have a maximum of 25 listeners consuming 2.0 mA each. 3.6.2 Input Load Input impedance for each listener input is 6.4 kΩ. 3.6.3 Schematics of a NAUTICAST A2 Serial Transceiver Each of the RS422 serial interfaces on the NAUTICAST A2 fulfils the requirements of IEC 61162-2 and IEC 61993-2. A detailed schematic of one of the serial ports in the NAUTICAST A2 is shown below. Figure 4 – Serial Port Schematics ISO Power Internal Signals to AIS To connected equipment
Page 16 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 3.6.4 Data Interface Cable with open ends, 1001003 Pin In/Out Signal Name Signal Type Colour 1 Out ECDIS - TxB (+) RS422 White 2 Out ECDIS - TxA (-) RS422 Brown 3 In Sensor1 - RxB (+) RS422 Green 4 In Sensor1 - RxA (-) RS422 Yellow 5 In Sensor2 - RxB (+) RS422 Grey 6 In Sensor2 - RxA (-) RS422 Pink 7 In Long Range - RxB (+) RS422 Blue 8 In Long Range - RxA (-) RS422 Red 9 - Long Range - GND RS422 Black 10 - ECDIS - GND RS422 Violet 11 In ECDIS – RxB (+) RS422 Grey / Pink 12 In ECDIS – RxA (-) RS422 Red / Blue 13 - Sensor1 – GND RS422 White / Green 14 - Sensor2 – GND RS422 Brown / Green 15 In Sensor3 – RxB (+) RS422 White / Yellow 16 In Sensor3 – RxA (-) RS422 Yellow / Brown 17 Out Long Range – TxB (+) RS422 White / Grey 18 Out Long Range – TxA (-) RS422 Grey / Brown 19 - Alarm Relay – GND - White / Pink 20 Out Alarm Relay – Out - Pink / Brown 21 - GND - White / Blue 22 - - - Brown / Blue 23 - Sensor3 – GND RS422 White / Red 24 - Alarm Relay - VCC - Brown / Red 25 In/Out CAN (+) Differential CAN bus White/Black 26 In/Out CAN (-) Differential CAN bus Brown/Black Table 7 – 26-pin High Density D-sub 3.6.5 RS232 Data Cable Pin Signal Name 1 Not Connected 2 Tx (Transponder side) 3 Rx (Transponder side) 4 Not Connected 5 GND 6 Not Connected 7 Not Connected 8 Not Connected 9 Not Connected Table 8 – 9-pin female D-sub
Page 17 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 3.6.6 Power Cable, 1001002 Pin Signal Name Colour 1 24VDC positive Red 2 GND Black 3 External Switch (R) Brown 4 External Switch (F) Orange Table 9 – 4-pin male circular ConXall 3.6.7 External Switch The Power Cable enables connection of an external switch to the NAUTICAST A2. This switch can be used as a Silent switch or, if configured as an Inland AIS system, as a Blue sign switch.’ 3.6.7.1 Blue Sign installation (Inland Mode only) If the blue sign switch should be used, the parameter “External Switch” must be configured to “Blue Sign” in Misc. Interface view accessed from Main Menu  Config  Interfaces  Miscellaneous. The status of the blue sign can be controlled by input on the brown and orange wires of the Power Cable. The status of the Blue Sign will be read by the NAUTICAST A2 and output on the VHF data link when operating in “Inland Mode” (see section 4.4.16 for more details). Connect the blue sign switch to pin 3 (brown wire) and pin 4 (orange wire) of the Power Cable together with an external parallel resistor. When the switch is open, blue sign will be off. When the switch is closed, blue sign will be on. The external resistor value depends on the power supply voltage the NAUTICAST A2 is using:  12V: 2.2kΩ resistor, 10% tolerance, at least 1/8W power rating  24V: 10kΩ resistor, 10% tolerance, at least 1/8W power rating Figure 5 – Blue Sign Switch 3.6.7.2 Silent switch installation It is possible to connect a silent switch to the NAUTICAST A2 to quickly turn off transmissions. If a silent switch is to be used, the parameter “External Switch” must be configured to “Silent Switch” in Misc. Interface view accessed from Main Menu  Config  Interfaces  Miscellaneous. The silent switch should be connected in the same way as the blue sign switch. However, the external resistor may be omitted for the silent switch. When the circuit is closed (brown and orange wires connected with each other), the NAUTICAST A2 will transmit as normal. When the circuit is open, the NAUTICAST A2 will be completely silent. 3.6.8 Alarm Relay It is required that the AIS alarm output (relay) is connected to an audible alarm device or the ship’s alarm system, if available. Alternatively, the ship’s BIIT alarm system may use the alarm messages output on the AIS Presentation Interface (PI) provided the alarm system is AIS compatible. The AIS Alarm Relay is either mounted directly on a board or on the wall. The alarm relay wires have the following colour codes in the 26-pole NAUTICAST A2 data interface cable: RELAY VCC Brown/Red RELAY GND White / Pink RELAY OUT Pink / Brown Table 10 – Alarm Relay Wires Figure 6 shows the alarm relay and its dimensions and explains how to connect the alarm relay to the data cable and how to connect the load (Alarm Circuit) to the alarm relay. The operating voltage of the alarm relay is 3 to 60 VDC with a load current of 0.1 to 2 A (3A when using a heat sink). BLUE SIGN SWITCH Power Cable Pin 3 Power Cable Pin 4 External resistor
Page 18 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 Figure 6 – Alarm Relay Transponder: RELAY VCC RELAY GND RELAY OUT Ext. Power Supply: - (GND) +12 to 32VDC
Page 19 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 3.7 System Configuration When the physical and electrical installation of the system is complete, the NAUTICAST A2 needs to be configured. The installer is required to set the parameters listed below. For detailed information about the configuration parameters and how to set them, refer to section 4.2.1 and 4.4.  MMSI number (Maritime Mobile Service Identity)  IMO vessel number (should be set to zero for Inland vessels)  Call Sign  Ship Name  Ship Type (Only when operating in Class A mode)  Height Over Keel  Ship dimensions and antenna positions. Refer to section 4.4.4 Main Menu  Config Ship Dimensions for more information. If the NAUTICAST A2 is operating in Inland mode, the following parameters also need to be configured:  ENI, Unique European Ship Number  ERI Ship Type (ERI code and standard AIS ship type will be set automatically by the NAUTICAST A2 when selecting an ERI Ship Type from list in Ship Static view.  Quality setting for SOG, COG and HDG. Should be set to low if no type approved sensor (e.g. a gyro or speed log) is connected to NAUTICAST A2. When the NAUTICAST A2 has been installed according to the procedures described in previous sections, it is recommended to make a first functional check of the system. Check the following things to ensure that the NAUTICAST A2 is fully functional.  Check the Transmitted Own Ship Data view to make sure that the configured data is sent by the NAUTICAST A2 on the VHF link, refer to section 4.10 “View Transmitted Own Ship Information” for more information.  Make sure that there are no unexpected active alarms in the alarm list, see section 4.18 “Alarms”.  Perform a communication test to ensure that the NAUTICAST A2 can send and receive messages from other AIS transponders. Refer to section 4.25 “Communication Test” for information on how to perform a communication test.
Page 20 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4 Operation 4.1 System Mode The NAUTICAST A2 can operate in two different system modes, Class A mode and Inland mode. The Class A mode should be used for vessels falling under the carriage requirements of Chapter V of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). The Inland mode should be used for vessels travelling on European inland waterways that falls under the carriage requirements of European River Information Services (RIS). When Inland mode is enabled, additional views for ETA/RTA messaging and convoy settings will be enabled. The NAUTICAST A2 will also output binary messages with Inland Static and Voyage data. As default, the NAUTICAST A2 will operate in Class A mode. It is possible to switch system mode in the System Settings view, see section 4.4.16 for more information. 4.2 LED’s and Controls This section describes the controls and status LED’s on the front panel of the NAUTICAST A2. It is also possible to connect a USB keyboard via the USB Host interface that can be found under the hatch of the front panel. Figure 7 –Nauticast A2 Front View 1. STATUS LED (multi-colour) This LED is constant green when the transponder is operating and no alarms are active. The LED is constant red if there is an active alarm and it is flashing red if there is an unacknowledged alarm. 2. RX LED (yellow) This LED is flashing yellow when the transponder is receiving a message on the VHF link. 3. TX LED (red) This LED is flashing red when the transponder is transmitting a message on the VHF link. 4. LIGHT SENSOR The light sensor will automatically dim the backlight of the display depending on measured input light to the sensor. 5. ARROW KEYPAD and ENTER The arrow keypad (< > and ∧ ∨) is used to navigate in menus, lists and edit fields. The center button of the keypad is an ENTER button which is used to select the highlighted choice in a menu, list or edit control. 6. ESC The ESC button is used to return to the previous screen or to cancel an edit change of a data field. 7. ALPHANUMERIC KEYS These keys are used for entering text and numbers. To write a number in a numeric field, press the key once. To write a character in a text field, press once for the character associated with the key, twice for the second character and so on. When pressing twice on key “1” when editing a text field, a popup view with special characters appears. Choose the desired special character by using the ARROW KEYPAD and ENTER.
Page 21 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 When a USB keyboard is used, the normal letters, numbers and special characters can be used. Only American keyboard layout is supported. 8. OPT This button is an “Option key” which is only active in some of the dialogs. When pressed, it gives the user a list of options that can be performed on the highlighted item. In e.g. the Target List view the OPT button can be used to send an SRM to the highlighted target. In the Main Menu view, the OPT button is used to quickly change navigational status. When a USB keyboard is used, the ALT button of the keyboard corresponds to OPT button on the NAUTICAST A2 keypad. If the OPT button is pressed for more than 5 seconds, the visual settings in the NAUTICAST A2 will be restored to default, i.e. LCD backlight, LED intensity and button backlight will all be 80% and day mode will be used. 9. BACKSPACE The BACKSPACE button is used to erase the character to the left of the marker in an edit field. 4.2.1 Change Settings of a Parameter Several of the views in the NAUTICAST A2 contain parameters that can be edited. To edit a parameter, select it by using the ARROW KEYPAD and press ENTER. Then enter data in one of the following ways:  Numbers: Press the ALPHANUMERIC KEY that corresponds to each digit. To delete a digit, press function key BACKSPACE. Some of the parameters are decimal numbers. The OPT button can then be used to insert a decimal point.  Text: Press the ALPHANUMERIC KEY that corresponds to each character. Press the key once for the first character, twice for the second character and so on. Press the key “1” twice to, where allowed, bring up a menu for entering special characters. To delete a character, press function key BACKSPACE. When entering passwords both lower and upper case letters can be used. To change between upper and lower case letters, press function key OPT and choose “Caps Lock Off” or “Caps Lock On”.  List of predefined values: Use the ∧ ∨ keys to select between the predefined values.  List of predefined values and numeric input: In some of the views like the AIS Message Send view where it is possible to send an SRM to a target, it is possible to select an MMSI in a list of predefined values. The predefined MMSI values are the MMSI numbers that have been received by the transponder. It is also possible to enter a new MMSI number that has not been received yet. To do this, simply input a numerical value with the ALPHANUMERIC KEYS. Press ENTER when done. If desired, use the ARROW KEYPAD keys to select a new parameter to be edited, or navigate to the Save/Send button located above the list of parameters and press ENTER to save the parameters / send the message. Use the ESC key to undo changes and to return to the previous view. NOTE: DO NOT TURN OFF TRANSPONDER WITHIN 2 SECONDS OF A PARAMETER CHANGE!
Page 22 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.3 Main Menu – Tree View Figure 8 – Menu Tree
Page 23 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.3.1 Navigating in Menus Use the ARROW KEYPAD buttons < > and ∧ ∨ to navigate between the view buttons in the different menus. Press the ENTER button to enter the currently selected view. It is also possible to directly select a view by pressing the ALPHANUMERIC KEY that corresponds to the number in the upper left corner of the view button. Figure 9 – Main Menu 4.4 Configuration Parameters This section describes the different configuration parameters that can be set in the NAUTICAST A2. Some of the parameters will only be available when operating in “Class A” mode; these parameters are marked with light grey. Parameters that are only available when operating in “Inland” mode are marked with dark grey. Common parameters for both system modes are white. 4.4.1 Main Menu  Voyage AIS Voyage The parameters in AIS Voyage view are used for input of voyage specific information that is sent over the AIS link. These parameters should typically be configured before each voyage. When the NAUTICAST A2 system mode is set to “Inland”, additional voyage parameters for inland water way voyages are available. The system mode can be configured in the System Settings view described in section 4.4.16. Parameter Name Description Navigational Status Changes the navigational status reported by own ship. It is also possible to quickly change navigational status by pressing the OPT button when standing in the Main Menu. Destination The destination for the current voyage Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) The estimated time of arrival to destination of current voyage Draught (Class A) The vertical distance measured from the lowest point of a ship’s hull to the water surface, in meters (one decimal precision) Persons on Board Total number of persons on board Hazardous Cargo (X,Y,Z,OS) Classification of current cargo according to X,Y,Z,OS Draught (Inland) The vertical distance measured from the lowest point of a ship’s hull to the water surface, in meters (two decimal precision) Air Draught The vertical distance measured from the ship’s waterline to the ship’s highest point, in meters (two decimal precision) Hazardous Cargo (Blue Cones) Blue cone classification of cargo Loaded / Unloaded Specifies if the ship cargo is loaded or unloaded Crew Members Number of crew members on board Passengers Number of passengers on board Personnel Number of shipboard personnel on board
Page 24 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.4.2 Main Menu  Operational Mode Parameter Name Description Tx Mode This parameter determines the transmission of the NAUTICAST A2. If set to “Silent”, the NAUTICAST A2 will be completely silent on the VHF radio and it will not answer on interrogations. If a silent switch is used, this parameter will be locked and “Silent Switch Used” will be displayed as parameter value. 4.4.3 Main Menu  Config Ship Static Parameter Name Description MMSI Maritime Mobile Service Identity reported by own ship IMO International Maritime Organization number reported by own ship Ship Name Ship name reported by own ship Call Sign Call sign reported by own ship. Shall be set to ATIS code for Inland vessel installations. Height over Keel Height over keel in meters (one decimal precision). Height over Keel information is sent as a response to an “Extended Ship Static and Voyage Related Data” request message. Ship Type (IMO) Type of Ship according to ITU-R M.1371-4. Both numerical input and selection from list is possible. ENI Unique European Vessel Identification Number reported by own ship ERI Ship Type Ship or combination type according to numeric ERI classification. Both numerical input and selection from list is possible. See chapter 10.1 “Inland ERI Ship Types” for available types. Quality Speed Shall be set to low if no type approved speed sensor is connected to transponder Quality Course Shall be set to low if no type approved course sensor is connected to transponder Quality HDG Shall be set to low if no type approved heading sensor is connected to transponder 4.4.4 Main Menu  Config Ship Dimensions The parameters in the Ship Dimensions view depends on the configuration parameter “Ship Size Mode” in the Misc Interfaces view. The Ship Size Mode parameter can be set to either Standard or Simplified (default). The Ship Size Mode affects how the user should input ship size and antenna position information and how it is interpreted. Standard Mode In this mode the user must input:  Convoy/ship length [m] (one decimal precision)  Convoy/ship beam [m] (one decimal precision)  A, B, C, D for internal antenna [m]  A, B, C, D for external antenna [m] It is the users responsibility to input correctly rounded data (A+B = Convoy/ship length rounded up, C+D = Convoy/ship beam rounded up). If the user inputs data which is not correctly rounded the “Ship size mismatch” alarm will be activated. The output on the AIS data link will be exactly the values input by the user. Simplified Mode (default) In this mode the user inputs:  Ship length [m] (one decimal precision)  Ship beam [m] (one decimal precision)  X, Y for internal antenna relative to ship [m] (one decimal precision)  X, Y for external antenna relative to ship [m] (one decimal precision)
Page 25 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 When operating in Inland Mode, extra convoy size can be added to ship dimension Extra convoy size on each side (value = 0 if convoy not used):  Bow [m] (one decimal precision)  Stern [m] (one decimal precision)  Port side [m] (one decimal precision)  Starboard [m] (one decimal precision) The extra convoy parameters can be configured from Main MenuVoyageConvoy Settings when the Ship Size Mode is set to “Simplified”. In this mode there is no way for the user to input mismatching data, all parameters uses the same precision and each measurement is entered only once (in standard mode it is for example possible to enter three different lengths of ship: Convoy/ship length, internal A+B and external A+B). In simplified mode the transponder will automatically calculate and correctly round the A, B, C and D values reported on the VHF link. 4.4.5 Main Menu  Config VHF Radio  Regional Areas This view shows the regional areas set in the transponder. To make a new regional area or to edit or delete an existing regional area, press the OPT button and choose the desired action. The following parameters can be edited when “New Area” or “Edit Area” is chosen: Parameter Name Description Channel A The channel number for AIS channel A (2087 = default) that should be used in the regional area. Channel B The channel number for AIS channel B (2088 = default) that should be used in the regional area. Zone Size The transitional zone size of the regional area in nautical miles (NM). Tx Mode Decides on which channels the transponder will use when transmitting in the regional area. When set to “Silent”, the transponder will stop automatic transmissions on AIS channels A and B. Power Output power for the transponder in the regional area. High = 12.5 W, Low = 1 W. LAT NE The latitude for the North East corner of the regional area LON NE The longitude for the North East corner of the regional area LAT SW The latitude for the South West corner of the regional area LON SW The longitude for the South West corner of the regional area 4.4.6 Main Menu  Config  VHF Radio  LR Broadcast Settings Parameter Name Description LR Broadcast Ch. 1 The first channel number for broadcasting long range message 27. The message is sent every 6 minutes on each channel so if both channels are configured a message 27 will be broadcasted every 3 minutes. If this parameter is set to zero no long range broadcast transmissions will be sent on this channel. LR Broadcast Ch. 2 The second channel number for broadcasting long range message 27. The message is sent every 6 minutes on each channel so if both channels are configured a message 27 will be broadcasted every 3 minutes. If this parameter is set to zero no long range broadcast transmissions will be sent on this channel. 4.4.7 Main Menu  Config  Alarm In this view all alarms can be configured to either “Enabled” or “Disabled”. When the alarm is enabled, an active alarm will affect the external alarm relay, the buzzer in the NAUTICAST A2 and show a popup dialog in the display. When the alarm is set to disabled it will not affect anything when the alarm becomes active. For more information about the alarm view, refer to section 4.18 “Alarms”. For a list of all the alarms that can occur, refer to section 7.3 “Troubleshooting with Alarm Messages.”
Page 26 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.4.8 Main Menu  Config  Password Parameter Name Description New User Password Changes the user level password for the NAUTICAST A2. The default user level password is “user” New Admin Password Changes the admin level password for the NAUTICAST A2. The default admin level password is “admin” Restore Code It is possible to restore both user password and admin password to the default values above with a secret restore code. To obtain the restore code, contact Nauticast Technical Support and be prepared to provide the serial number of the transponder unit. 4.4.9 Main Menu  Config  Long Range Parameter Name Description Reply Mode When set to “Auto” the NAUTICAST A2 will automatically respond to any Long Range interrogation messages. When set to “Manual” the operator is responsible for sending a response or refusal to any Long Range interrogation message. This can be done from the Long Range view that is accessed from Main Menu  Messages  Long Range. For more information see section 4.14 “Long Range Interrogations”. The information that is sent in a response is automatically filled in by the NAUTICAST A2 depending on the Long Range filter settings (the parameters below). Ship ID (A) Filter setting that defines if a Long Range response message should include ship name, call sign and IMO number. Message Date/Time (B) Filter setting that defines if a Long Range response message should include information about date and time of message composition. Latitude / Longitude (C) Filter setting that defines if a Long Range response message should include position. Course Over Ground (E) Filter setting that defines if a Long Range response message should include COG. Speed Over Ground (F) Filter setting that defines if a Long Range response message should include SOG. Destination And ETA (I) Filter setting that defines if a Long Range response message should include destination and ETA. Draught (O) Filter setting that defines if a Long Range response message should include draught. Ship Type And Cargo (P) Filter setting that defines if a Long Range response message should include ship type and cargo information. Ship Size And Type (U) Filter setting that defines if a Long Range response message should include ship’s length, beam and type. Persons On Board (W) Filter setting that defines if a Long Range response message should include number of persons on board.
Page 27 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.4.10 Main Menu  Config Display  Visual It is possible to completely turn off the backlight on LCD, buttons and LED’s. It may then be difficult to read the NAUTICAST A2 display and find the way to the correct configuration parameter in order to increase the backlight again. If this should happen, it is possible to hold down the OPT button for 5 seconds to restore the backlight to 80%. Parameter Name Description Dimming Mode If set to “Manual”, the LCD backlight, button backlight and LED brightness are controlled by the user with the parameters described below. If set to “Automatic”, the LCD backlight, button backlight and LED brightness will automatically be controlled with the light sensor on the front of the NAUTICAST A2. The less ambient light registered by the light sensor, the lower percentage of backlight and brightness will be used. Toggle Day/Night Toggle between day or night mode. In Day mode the display background is white and in night mode the background is black. There are also separate settings for the LCD backlight, LED intensity and button backlight in the different day/night modes. Backlight Changes the LCD backlight where 0% is completely turned off and 100 % is maximum brightness. LED Light Intensity Changes the light intensity of the three LED’s on the front of the NAUTICAST A2. It is possible to turn off the LED’s completely by setting a 0% light intensity. However, if there is an active, unacknowledged alarm in the NAUTICAST A2, the light intensity of LED’s will temporarily be set to 10% until the alarm is acknowledged. Button Illumination Changes the brightness of the button backlight on the NAUTICAST A2. 4.4.11 Main Menu  Config Display  Sound Parameter Name Description Alarm Waiting For ACK Determines how the NAUTICAST A2 sound buzzer should behave when an alarm is active and waiting for acknowledgement. This setting does NOT affect the behavior of the alarm relay or any external alarm system. Long Range Message Controls the behaviour of the NAUTICAST A2 sound buzzer when an LR interrogation message is received. AIS Message Controls the behaviour of the NAUTICAST A2 sound buzzer when a SRM or binary text message is received. Inland RTA Controls the behaviour of the NAUTICAST A2 sound buzzer when an Inland RTA (Recommended Time of Arrival) message is received. 4.4.12 Main Menu  Config Display  Time Parameter Name Description Time Zone This parameter defines if the times that are displayed in the NAUTICAST A2 should be in UTC or LOC (local) time. If local time is chosen, the offset from UTC must be specified with the three parameters listed below. Offset sign The sign of the local time offset from UTC. Hours The local time hour offset from UTC. Minutes The local time minute offset from UTC.
Page 28 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.4.13 Main Menu  Config  Interface  Language Parameter Name Description Language Changes the language in all the menus and views of the NAUTICAST A2. The changes will take effect immediately when pressing “Save”. 4.4.14 Main Menu  Config Interface  Port Rate Parameter Name Description Baud Rate Changes the baud rate (bits per second) for the corresponding serial port. Checksum When set to “Required”, all messages that are input on the corresponding serial port to the NAUTICAST A2 must have a valid checksum. When set to “Disabled”, messages both with and without checksum are accepted on the corresponding serial port. 4.4.15 Main Menu  Config Interface  Miscellaneous Parameter Name Description SSD Password Changes the value of the SSD password level. When set to “None”, no password is required when configuring the transponder with an SSD sentence from e.g. an ECDIS via the serial port interface. When set to “User”, an SPW sentence with the correct user level password must be sent before the SSD on the serial port interface. Ship Size Mode This affects how the user should input the ship size, convoy size and antenna positions. See section 4.4.4 for more details. AIS GPS Output Port Defines on which serial port the NAUTICAST A2 should output data from the internal GPS. When set to “None” no internal GPS data will be output. External Switch This parameter specifies if there is a blue sign switch or silent switch connected to the orange and brown wires of the NAUTICAST A2 Power Cable. If no switch is used, set the parameter to “No Function”. See sections 3.6.7.1 and 3.6.7.2 for more information about the blue sign switch and silent switch. Require Text Msg ACK This parameter determines if an ACK msg is required as a response when sending addressed binary text messages to another target. Automatic PoB Broadcast Enable automatic 6 minute periodic broadcast of passenger information. See section 4.13 for details on message types. 4.4.16 Main Menu  Config  System Settings Parameter Name Description System Mode Determines if the NAUTICAST A2 should operate as a Class A transponder or as an Inland transponder. This parameter affects which config parameters and menus that are visible in the system. Range Unit This parameter determines the unit for the range value of targets in the Target List, Extended Info view and Plot view. The range value can be calculated in nautical mile (NM), kilometre (km) or statute mile (Sm). Speed Unit This parameter determines the unit for the SOG value of targets in Extended Info view and Plot view. The SOG values can be calculated in knots (kn), kilometres per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). Plot Compass This parameter determines how the plot of AIS targets should be oriented.
Page 29 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 If set to “North Always Up”, the plot will always have north up and own ship will rotate according to heading input. If set to “Own Ship Bow Always Up”, the plot will always have own ship pointing up and rotate the rest of the plot according to heading input. 4.4.17 Main Menu  Maintenance  Installation Test Parameter Name Description Sensor Data Source This parameter specifies which port the NAUTICAST A2 should use as its external sensor source. The default value of this parameter is “Automatic” which means that the NAUTICAST A2 will accept sensor information on any port and use the information on the port with highest priority. If Sensor Data Source is set to anything other than “Automatic”, the NAUTICAST A2 will only accept sensor information if it comes from the port specified by this parameter. The parameter reverts to “Automatic” after a reboot. SART Test Mode This parameter determines if SART Test targets should be displayed in Target List and Plot views of the NAUTICAST A2. It also controls if connected systems, for example ECDIS, will receive SART Test targets. 4.5 Alarm and Alert Pop-ups The NAUTICAST A2 features alarm and alert pop-ups that can appear any time during operation. To acknowledge an alarm or alert message, press ENTER. An example of an alarm message is shown below. Figure 10 – New Alarm Message
Page 30 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.6 Status Bar The top of the screen of the NAUTICAST A2 always displays a summary of the system’s status. See illustration below. Figure 11 – Status Bar If a valid navigation position is available, it is displayed to the left. The status icons are displayed in the middle and the current time is shown to the right. Time is either UTC or local (LOC). Beneath the current time there is also information about the transponder’s synchronization state. The synchronization state can be:  UTC Direct – This is the normal state where the NAUTICAST A2 gets the UTC time from its own internal GPS receiver.  Indirect Synchronization – The NAUTICAST A2 is synchronizing based on receipt of data from other AIS transmitters. NOTE: It is possible to be in Indirect Synchronization but still have a valid position in the upper left corner of the status bar. The position information may be from an external GPS sensor, but UTC Direct synchronization can only be taken from the internal GPS receiver. 4.7 Status Icons The status icons that can be displayed are:  Unread message (safety related message, text message or RTA)  Unread Long Range message (automatic reply)  Unread Long Range message (manual reply)  Active alarms  1W mode (Indicates 1 Watt TX mode for Tankers is enabled.) See NOTE below for details.  Blue Sign On (only available when System Mode is “Inland”)  Blue Sign Off (only available when System Mode is “Inland”)  Silent Mode activated, either with Tx Mode parameter or silent switch.  Navigational status, being one of:  Navigational status is undefined  At anchor or moored  Under way using engine  Navigational status is one of: Not under command, Restricted manoeuvrability, Constrained by her draught, Aground, Engaged in fishing, Under way sailing, Reserved for future use. NOTE: The transponder will automatically engage 1W mode when the following conditions are met: Ship type = Tanker, Nav Status = Moored and SOG <= 3 knots, otherwise 1W mode will be automatically disengaged. The Tanker 1W mode is fully automatic and cannot be disengaged by other external control. Current position Status icons Current time synchronization state Current time
Page 31 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.8 View Remote Ship Information The NAUTICAST A2 will power up in Target List view. This view, also referred to as the minimal display, is accessed from the Main Menu view. The Main Menu view can be reached by pressing ESC repeatedly from any other view. The Target List view displays a list of all targets sorted by range from own ship (closest first). The list includes MMSI or ship’s name (Ship Id), range (RNG), bearing (BRG) and time since last report was received (Age) for each AIS target received by the system. Figure 12 – Target List The OPT button can be used in the Target List view to send a safety related message (SRM) to the selected target. For more information about AIS messages, refer to section 4.12. For extended information about a target in the list, select the ship with the ∧ ∨ key and press ENTER. The Extended Information view includes static, dynamic and voyage related data for the selected target. In this view it is also possible to query for static and voyage data as well as persons on board information by using the OPT button. Figure 13 – Extended Info Press ESC to return to Target List view.
Page 32 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.9 View Plot of Targets The location of targets relative to your own ship is visualized in the Plot view. The view is accessed from the Main Menu view. Use the ARROW KEYPAD < > to select any of the targets on the display or ∧ ∨ to Zoom In and Zoom Out. Figure 14 – Target Plot For extended information about a target select it using the < > key and press ENTER. The own ship target is displayed as a ‘T’ shaped symbol. Class B targets are indicated by a ‘B’ appended to the target icon and Inland targets are indicated by either an ‘I’ or by a blue sign symbol appended to the target (not shown in the figure above). The OPT button can be used in the Plot view to send a safety related message (SRM) to the selected target. For more information about AIS messages, refer to section 4.12. 4.10 View Transmitted Own Ship Information The information transmitted by the NAUTICAST A2 on the VHF link is viewed in the Transmitted Own Ship Data view. This view is accessed from Main Menu Status view and includes the static, dynamic and voyage related data actually sent by the NAUTICAST A2. The view reflects the contents of the last transmitted AIS message, thus there may be some delay from the time the parameters are changed until they are displayed in the Transmitted Own Ship Data view. Figure 15 – Transmitted Own Ship Data
Page 33 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.11 Enter and Read Voyage Related Information Voyage related information (for transmit via AIS) is displayed in the AIS Voyage view. The view is accessed from Main MenuVoyageAIS Voyage. Voyage related data includes destination, estimated time of arrival (ETA) and number of people aboard. Figure 16 – AIS Voyage 4.12 Handling Safety Related Messages (SRM) and Text Messages Safety related messages (SRMs) and text messages can be sent to specific targets (addressed messages) or broadcast to all targets. The Inbox, Outbox and Send views for SRMs and text messages can be accessed from Main MenuMessagesAIS Messages. Figure 17 - AIS Messages 4.12.1 Read Received Messages Received messages can be accessed in the Inbox view. Unread SRMs and text messages are indicated with a letter icon in the status bar and are marked with red color in the inbox. Figure 18 – AIS Message Inbox
Page 34 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 Select a message with ARROW KEYPAD buttons ∧ ∨. A preview of the selected message is shown at the bottom of the screen. To read the entire message and mark it as being read, press ENTER. When the message is read, navigate back to the inbox by pressing ESC. It is possible to reply to, forward or delete the selected message by pressing the OPT button. 4.12.2 Send SRMs and Text Messages SRMs are composed and sent in the Send view accessed from Main MenuMessagesAIS MessagesSend. Use the ARROW KEYPAD buttons ∧ ∨ to navigate between the text input field, list of parameters and “Send” button. Figure 19 – AIS Message Send view Sent messages can be viewed in the Outbox view accessed from Main MenuMessagesAIS MessagesOutbox. Figure 20 – AIS Message Outbox 4.13 Send Persons On Board In the Send Persons On Board view it is possible to send information about the number of persons on board (PoB) to another vessel. The PoB message can be sent as either addressed or broadcast. The PoB message can also be sent in two different versions: The IMO version sends the total number of persons on board as a binary message with international FI 16. The Inland (IWW) version sends a message with number of crew, personnel and passengers as a binary message with inland FI 55. The information sent in the messages is automatically filled in by the NAUTICAST A2 depending on the voyage configuration made in Main MenuVoyageAIS Voyage.
Page 35 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 Figure 21 – Persons On Board 4.14 Long Range Interrogations An AIS transponder can receive long range interrogation messages to poll for certain information. A received interrogation message is indicated by a LR icon in the status bar. If the “Long Range Reply Mode” parameter has been configured to “Auto”, the NAUTICAST A2 will automatically send a response to the interrogation. If the “Long Range Reply Mode” parameter is set to “Manual”, the operator must send a response or refusal from the Long Range Message view accessed from Main Menu  Messages  Long Range. For more information about the “Reply Mode” parameter and Long Range filter settings, see section 4.4.9. Figure 22 – Long Range To send a reply or refusal to the interrogation or to delete an interrogation from the message list, use the ARROW KEYPAD buttons ∧ ∨ to mark the desired interrogation and then press the OPT button and choose the desired option. The Long Range view uses the following symbols to indicate the status of a request or reply message: ? – The information is requested by the sender X – The information is available and provided ! – The information requested is refused
Page 36 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.15 Inland ETA and RTA The NAUTICAST A2 has capability to send Inland ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival) messages and receive Inland RTA (Recommended Time of Arrival) messages which are used when communicating with ports, locks and bridges on the inland water ways. This is done from the ETA/RTA view that can be accessed from Main Menu  Messages  ETA/RTA. Sent ETA messages can be viewed in the Outbox view, received RTA messages can be viewed in the Inbox view and new ETA messages can be composed in the Send view. Figure 23 – ETA/RTA 4.16 Inland Water Levels The NAUTICAST A2 can receive and display Inland water levels messages. All received water levels messages can be viewed in the Water Levels view that can be accessed from Main Menu  Messages  Water Levels. Figure 24 – Inland Water Levels
Page 37 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.17 Regional Areas All regional areas that are stored in the NAUTICAST A2 can be viewed in the Regional Areas view which is accessed from Main Menu  Config  VHF Radio  Regional Areas. The list shows the north east and south west corners of the area. The area is marked with blue color if it is in use by the NAUTICAST A2. To view more information about the area, edit the area or create a new area, press the OPT button and choose the desired option. Figure 25 – Regional Areas 4.18 Alarms All currently active and enabled alarms are shown in the Alarm view that can be accessed from Main MenuAlarms. As default, only alarms that are configured as “Enabled” will be shown in the list. It is possible to also show disabled active alarms by pressing OPT button and choose “Show All Alarms”. For a list of all alarms, see section 7.3. Figure 26 - Alarms 4.19 Status List Current status indications are listed in the Status List view that can be accessed from Main Menu  Status  Status List. The different status indications that can occur are listed in section 7.8. Figure 27 - Status List
Page 38 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.20 Non Functional Time This view displays information about times when the NAUTICAST A2 has been turned off or for some other reason not been transmitting for more than 15 minutes. The view is accessed from Main Menu  Status  Non Func. Time. Figure 28 - Non Functional Time 4.21 GPS Status This view displays the satellites received by the NAUTICAST A2 internal GPS receiver. The list is sorted by the satellites ID (PRN number) and shows elevation, azimuth and signal to noise ratio (SNR) for each satellite. The view also displays the total number of satellites in view and the total number of satellites used in the position calculation reported by GGA sentence. Figure 29 – GPS Status 4.22 View Raw Data This view displays the incoming data on the selected serial port. It is also possible to pause the data on the screen by pressing the “Freeze” button. Use the ARROW KEYPAD buttons ∧ ∨ to navigate to the Freeze button and press ENTER. The View Raw Data view can be a helpful tool when trouble shooting the system to see what sensor input is actually received on each port. The view can be accessed from Main Menu Status View Raw Data. Figure 30 - View Raw Data
Page 39 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.23 SW/HW Info This view displays the software and hardware revisions for the NAUTICAST A2 and is accessed from Main Menu  Status  SW/HW Info. NOTE: This information should always be provided when in contact with Nauticast Technical Support. Figure 31 - SW/HW Info 4.24 VHF Status The VHF Status view shows the currently used settings. Channel number, frequency, power and operation mode are displayed for each VHF transceiver in the NAUTICAST A2. This information is useful when troubleshooting to make sure that the NAUTICAST A2 transponder uses the expected VHF radio settings. If e.g. a regional area is set and in use, this will affect the parameters in the VHF Status view. Figure 32 - VHF Status 4.25 Communication Test When installing the NAUTICAST A2, or when performing annual testing, a communication test shall be done to ensure that other transponder system can receive the NAUTICAST A2 transmissions. This can be done from the Communication Test view accessed from Main Menu  Maintenance  Comm. Test. When entering the Communication Test view a suggested target with a suitable range (between 15 NM and 25 NM) will be selected in the MMSI parameter field if such a target has been received by the NAUTICAST A2. It is however possible to select a different target for the communication test. To start the test, use the ARROW KEYPAD button ∧ to select the “Send” button and press ENTER. The status of the test will be shown beneath the parameter list. If no response is received within 15 seconds from the selected target a fail message will be shown. Figure 33 - Communication Test
Page 40 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 4.26 Update Software The software in the NAUTICAST A2 is easy upgradable via the USB Host interface located behind the front hatch. To perform a software update, follow the instructions in the Update Software view which can be accessed from Main MenuMaintenanceUpdate Software. For more information about the upgrade procedure, refer to chapter 5 “ Figure 34 - Update Software 4.27 Restore Config All config parameters described in section 4.4 “Configuration Parameters” can be set to default values from the Restore Config view which can be accessed from Main Menu  Maintenance  Restore Config. NOTE: The MMSI parameter will also be reset to zero and therefore the transponder will stop transmitting and the alarm “Tx Malfunction” will become active. 4.28 Save Configuration to USB memory The NAUTICAST A2 AIS Transponder System has the capability to save all configuration settings to an USB memory. The configuration file can be used as backup so that the NAUTICAST A2 AIS system can be restored to a previous configuration; however during normal software upgrade of the NAUTICAST A2 AIS system the configuration parameters will NOT be changed so a backup is usually not needed. The saved configuration file can also be used to load several NAUTICAST A2 systems with the same settings. To save the configuration to a file on a USB memory, follow the steps below: 1. Insert a FAT32 formatted USB memory in the USB host interface port in the NAUTICAST A2. 2. Enter the Save Config to USB view which is accessed from Main Menu  Maintenance  Save Config to USB. Figure 35 – Save Config to USB 3. Open the folder on the USB memory where the transponder configuration file should be saved. Use the arrow keypad to navigate between folders and files on the USB memory. Only folders and transponder configuration files will be listed in the view. To view the contents of a sub folder, mark
Page 41 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 the folder and press ENTER. To go back to the previous folder, mark the folder “..” on the top of the list and press ENTER. 4. Press the “Save” button. A popup will appear where a file name can be entered. Figure 36 – Enter file name 5. Press OK to save the configuration to the specified file and directory on the USB Figure 37 – Configuration Saved Successfully. 4.29 Load Configuration from USB memory To load and directly use a configuration from an existing configuration file on a USB memory, follow the below steps: 1. Insert the USB memory with the configuration file in the USB host interface port on the NAUTICAST A2. 2. Enter the Load Config from USB view which is accessed from Main Menu  Maintenance  Load Config from USB. Figure 38 – Load Config from USB
Page 42 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 3. Select the desired configuration file. Use the arrow keypad to navigate between folders and files on the USB memory. Only folders and transponder configuration files will be listed in the view. To view the contents of a sub folder, mark the folder and press ENTER. To go back to the previous folder, mark the folder “..” on the top of the list and press ENTER. 4. Press ENTER to load the selected file. A confirmation popup will appear. Figure 39 – Confirmation popup 5. Check that the correct configuration file is selected. Press “Yes” in the confirmation popup. A password popup will appear. Fill in the admin password (default = “admin”) and press OK. Figure 40 – Password popup 6. The configuration file will be loaded in the NAUTICAST A2 and the settings will take effect immediately. Figure 41 – Configuration successfully loaded from USB
Page 43 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 5 Software Upgrade Note: After updating the software add a sticker stating the new software version close to the product label. The NAUTICAST A2 is easy upgradable through the USB host interface located behind the front hatch. To upgrade the software in the NAUTICAST A2, perform the following steps:  Unzip the NAUTICAST A2 upgrade package in the root folder of an USB memory stick. There should now be a folder called swload in the USB root folder.  Insert the USB memory stick in the USB host interface located behind the front hatch. Hold down the ‘4’-button on the front of the NAUTICAST A2 and reboot the system. The ‘4’-button must be held down until the STATUS LED is lit green and Rx LED is lit yellow. The software upgrade is complete when the STATUS LED is lit green. The NAUTICAST A2 will automatically reboot after 3 seconds. Check that correct SW has been loaded in the SW/HW Info view which can be accessed through Main Menu  Status SW/HW Info. If the upgrade process fails, The STATUS LED will be lit red and one of the Rx LED or Tx LED starts blinking. Should this happen, hold down the ‘4’-button and reboot the NAUTICAST A2 to try again. The software upgrade can also be initiated from the Update Software view in the NAUTICAST A2. Refer to section 4.26 “Update Software” for more information. STATUS Rx Tx Upgrade mode started GREEN YELLOW Upgrade in progress Blinking YELLOW Upgrade complete (automatic reboot after 3 sec) GREEN Error: USB Not Found RED Blinking YELLOW 0.5Hz Error: No SW found on USB RED Blinking YELLOW 4Hz Error: Flash erase failed RED Blinking RED 0.5 Hz Error: Flash write failed RED Blinking RED 4 Hz Table 11 – LED Indicators during Software Upgrade
Page 44 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 6 Technical Specifications 6.1 Transponder Physical Dimensions: Height: 87 mm Width: 238 mm Depth: 173 mm Dimensions: Incl. gimbal mount Height: 124 mm (minimum) Width: 292 mm Depth: 173 mm Weight: 2.25 kg 2.45 kg incl gimbal mount 6.2 Transponder Electrical Supply Voltage: 24 VDC (12VDC) Power Consumption (/Max): 17W/24W (48W) Peak Current 1 A (4A) 6.3 Transponder Environment This product complies with the R&TTE directive, 1999/5/EC Temperature: -15˚C to +55˚C (Operational) -30˚C to +80˚C (Storage) Vibrations: IEC 60945 ed. 4 EMC: IEC 60945 ed. 4 Radio Type Approval: IEC 61993-2 ed. 2 Compass Safe Distance NAUTICAST A2 60 cm (for standard magnetic compass) 45 cm (for steering magnetic compass) Compass Safe Distance GPS Antenna AT575-68W 30 cm (for standard magnetic compass) 30 cm (for steering magnetic compass) Compass Safe Distance GPS Antenna MA-700 65 cm (for standard magnetic compass) 50 cm (for steering magnetic compass) Compass Safe Distance Combined VHF/GPS-1 65 cm (for standard magnetic compass) 50 cm (for steering magnetic compass) 6.4 Transponder VHF Transceiver Receivers: 156 – 163 MHz (TDMA) 156.525 MHz fixed (DSC, Channel 70) Transmitter: 156 – 163 MHz Channel bandwidth: 25 kHz Output Power: High: 12,5 W Low: 1W “Tanker 1W Mode”: 1W VHF antenna connector: BNC-Female Antenna Input Impedance: 50 ohm 6.5 Transponder Internal GPS Receiver Type: GPS L1, C/A Code, 50 Channels SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN Update rate: 2 Hz Accuracy: < 2.5 m (GPS, CEP, 50%, 24 hours static) < 2.0 m (SBAS, CEP, 50% 24 hours static) Antenna feeding: 5 VDC GPS Antenna connector: TNC-Female Antenna Input Impedance: 50 ohm 6.6 AIS Alarm Relay Max switching current: 0,1 – 2 A (with heat sink up to 3A) Max switching voltage: 3 – 60 VDC
Page 45 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 7 Troubleshooting The Nauticast A2 is a very rugged and stable device, so that in the majority of cases erroneous configurations rather than real hardware defects are the cause of perceived malfunctioning. 7.1 Troubleshooting Prerequisites A transponder operating environment may naturally affect and render complicated the search for the root cause of a system defect. It is always advisable to start by minimizing all possible interference sources in order to simplify the troubleshooting.  Disconnect other NMEA equipment from the NAUTICAST A2 (ECDIS, RADAR, NAV, etc.)  Switch off other emission sources (RADAR, SATCOM, VHF, etc.) We encourage applying the latest software available for the NAUTICAST A2 if any problems are experienced. It may contain bug-fixes and other improvements solving already known issues. Check supplied software release notes to see what has been changed in the new software. 7.2 Troubleshooting with the Front Panel LED’s It is very fast and effective to use the LED’s to verify the status of the NAUTICAST A2. This should always be the first step in the troubleshooting. 7.2.1 STATUS LED (multi-colour)  The STATUS LED is constantly lit green when the transponder is operating and no alarms are active.  The STATUS LED is constantly lit red if there is one or more acknowledged active alarms in the transponder, but no unacknowledged alarms. Refer to section 7.3 for interpretation of the alarms.  The STATUS LED is flashing red if there is one or more unacknowledged alarms in the transponder. Refer to section 7.3 for interpretation of the alarms. If neither colours are lit, nor flashing, then check the power supply and make sure that:  The voltage is correct and stable  The polarity is correct and not switched  The available current is sufficient for start up and transmission  The external fuse is functional  The power cable is undamaged  The power connector is properly connected and secured Also check so that the LED backlight is not completely turned off in the Visual Config view accessed from Main MenuConfigDisplayVisual. 7.2.2 Rx LED (yellow) The Rx LED is flashing yellow when the transponder is receiving a message from the VDL. This can be intermittently. If there is verified traffic on the VDL and the Rx LED still is dark, then check the alarm list for any active alarms. Refer to section 7.3 for interpretation of the alarms. Lack of reception may be an indication of a VHF antenna problem or connectivity issues. Check the installation for problems. 7.2.3 Tx LED (red) The Tx LED is flashing red when the transponder is transmitting a message to the VDL. The transmission interval is between 2 – 360 seconds. Refer to section 7.5. If the Tx LED is completely dark, then check so that the transmission is not switched off either through an active regional area or by the Tx Mode parameter. It is possible to check the status on each transceiver in the VHF Status view described in section 4.24. If the transmission is activated and there is still no red flashing, then check the alarm list for any active alarms. Refer to section 7.3 for interpretation of the alarms. 7.3 Troubleshooting with Alarm Messages The NAUTICAST A2 constantly monitors itself for failures, abnormal conditions and other important parameters. Some of the monitoring trigger alarms and those alarms are excellent aids in the troubleshooting process. An active alarm can have two states, unacknowledged or acknowledged. The state of an alarm will affect the STATUS LED. Refer to section 7.2.1.
Page 46 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 A new alarm (unacknowledged) will raise a pop-up window that needs to be acknowledged by the user. The active alarms can be found in the alarm view. Refer to section 4.18. All active alarms are outputted on all the serial interface ports every 30 seconds. The alarm status can for example be used in interfacing ECDIS systems or centralized alarm systems. The alarms can also be monitored or recorded for troubleshooting purposes by for example a terminal application. The status of an alarm can be identified by two letters in the alarm sentence, “A” and “V”. The alarm sentence is constructed as: $AIALR,hhmmss.ss,xxx,A,A,c-c, where: hhmmss.ss = Time (UTC) of alarm condition change xxx = Unique alarm identifier A = Alarm condition (A = Active, V = Inactive) A = Alarm’s acknowledge state, A = acknowledged, V = unacknowledged c-c = Alarm’s description text $AIALR,hhmmss.ss,xxx,V,A,c-c: Tx malfunction: Alarm is Inactive $AIALR,hhmmss.ss,xxx,V,V,c-c: Tx malfunction: Alarm is Inactive $AIALR,hhmmss.ss,xxx,A,A,c-c: Tx malfunction: Alarm is Active and Acknowledged $AIALR,hhmmss.ss,xxx,A,V,c-c: Tx malfunction: Alarm is Active and Unacknowledged The alarms that can occur in the NAUTICAST A2 are listed below: 7.3.1 AIS: Tx Malfunction (ID 001) A Tx Malfunction alarm is generated if there is a malfunction in the radio transmitter hardware or if the antenna VSWR exceeds an allowed ratio. If the radio transmitter returns to normal operation or if VSWR returns to a value below the allowed threshold, the alarm is cleared. The Tx Malfunction alarm is also generated when the MMSI is configured to “0”, in which case the NAUTICAST A2 will not transmit. 7.3.2 AIS: Antenna VSWR Exceeds limit (ID 002) The VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) of the antenna is checked for every transmission and if it exceeds a given ratio then a VSWR alarm is generated. If the VSWR goes below the allowed threshold, the alarm is cleared. 7.3.3 AIS: Rx Ch A Malfunction (ID 003) 7.3.4 AIS: Rx Ch B Malfunction (ID 004) 7.3.5 AIS: Rx Ch C Malfunction (ID 005) The radio receivers are continuously monitored and if any part of the receivers’ hardware should malfunction, an Rx Malfunction alarm is generated for that receiver. If the radio receiver returns to normal operation, the alarm is cleared. 7.3.6 AIS: General Failure (ID 006) This alarm is generated if the NAUTICAST A2 fails to initiate the radio or if a severe hardware failure has occurred. If this alarm occurs, contact your retailer. 7.3.7 AIS: UTC Sync Invalid (ID 007) This alarm is generated when the NAUTICAST A2 loses UTC direct synchronization (cannot synchronize from internal GPS receiver). 7.3.8 AIS: MKD connection lost (ID 008) This alarm is active if the communication between the control unit and the display unit in the NAUTICAST A2 does not work. 7.3.9 AIS: Internal/External GNSS position mismatch (ID 009) This alarm is generated if the difference between the internal and external GNSS position is more than 100 m for more than 15 minutes. 7.3.10 AIS: NavStatus incorrect (ID 010) This alarm is generated if the navigational status is incorrect. If e.g. the navigational status is set to “At Anchor” but the ship is moving faster than 3 knots, the NavStatus incorrect alarm will become active. 7.3.11 AIS: Heading sensor offset (ID 011) This alarm is active when SOG (Speed Over Ground) is greater than 5 kn and the difference between COG (Course Over Ground) and HDT (True Heading) is greater than 45˚ for 5 min.
Page 47 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 7.3.12 AIS: Active AIS SART (ID 014) This alarm is generated when the NAUTICAST A2 has received an active AIS SART position report. 7.3.13 AIS: External EPFS Lost (ID 025) This alarm is generated if the position from the external Electronic Position Fixing System is invalid (i.e. no external GNSS). Due to the fallback arrangement for the positioning sensor this alarm can be inactive up to 30 seconds (during which the internal GNSS is used) before the alarm is activated. 7.3.14 AIS: No Sensor Position In Use (ID 026) This alarm is active if the NAUTICAST A2 does not have a valid position (latitude/longitude) from any sensor. 7.3.15 AIS: No Valid SOG Information (ID 029) / No Valid COG Information (ID 030) These alarms are active if the NAUTICAST A2 does not have a valid SOG (Speed Over Ground) or a valid COG (Course Over Ground) from any sensor. The SOG and COG is based on the speed log (if external GNSS is used and a valid heading is available) or the GNSS currently in use. 7.3.16 AIS: Heading Lost/Invalid (ID 032) This alarm is generated if either the heading information is lost/invalid (from external sensors) or if the heading is undefined. 7.3.17 AIS: No Valid ROT Information (ID 035) This alarm is active if ROT (Rate of Turn) is undefined or if no valid ROT information is available from external sensor or internal calculations. 7.3.18 IAIS: Ship Size mismatch (ID 060) This alarm is active when the inland parameters length and beam of ship does not match the antenna position parameters A, B, C and D. 7.3.19 AIS: Tx disabled externally (ID 072) This alarm is active when an external silent switch is used and the switch has disabled transmissions. 7.4 Troubleshooting via the Display There is a lot of information and data accessible via the display that can be useful for troubleshooting, and that can help finding a presumed problem. The following items are just a few examples of what to look at. 7.4.1 Transmitted Own Ship Data View When the transponder transmits data on the VDL, it also simultaneously outputs this data on all the serial ports. This information is displayed in the Transmitted Own Ship Data view. Figure 42 – Transmitted Own Ship Data
Page 48 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 7.4.2 Target List The target list is primarily useful when analyzing the receiving functionality. The propagation characteristics of VHF radio frequencies are close to line of sight. A harsh radio environment, reflections in cables, connectors or the antenna will shorten the effective range. Figure 43 – Target List 7.4.3 Date and Time The date and time (UTC) in the upper right corner of the display is provided by the transponder. If the date and time are not correct, the transponders internal GPS does not have a position fix. This will also be indicated by the alarm “UTC sync invalid”. This problem is normally caused by a GPS-antenna failure or damaged antenna cables. This problem may also be caused by interference from radio equipment on-board. 7.4.4 View Raw Data The View Raw Data view can be used to see received data on the ports of the NAUTICAST A2. It is useful for troubleshooting to make sure that connected sensors provide correct data to the NAUTICAST A2 unit. The “View Port” parameter determines from which port the data displayed in the view are taken. It is possible to pause the view by pressing the “Freeze” button. All data that is received while the view is paused will not be displayed in the view. Figure 44 – View Raw Data
Page 49 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 7.4.5 Status List The status list view is used to display status indications that are stored in the transponder. The indications are created when an important event has occurred in the transponder. Time of occurrence and status indication text are shown in the view. A list of all possible indications can be found in section 7.8 Indication Messages. Figure 45 – Status List 7.5 Reporting Intervals for Class A Transponders The different information types are valid for different time periods and therefore they need different update intervals. These update intervals are defined in the AIS standard (ITU-R M.1371) and should be applied by all transponders. There are however some exceptions from this, which can be found in the standard. Class B transponders have for example different intervals than the Class A transponder. All this needs to be taken in consideration while troubleshooting thus it affects the anticipated behaviour of a transponder. Information type / Condition Nominal reporting interval Static Information 6 min, on amendment, on request Voyage related information 6 min, on amendment, on request Dynamic information (See conditions below) - Ship at anchor or moored and not moving faster than 3 knots 3 minutes - Ship at anchor or moored and moving faster than 3 knots 10 seconds - Ship 0-14 knots 10 seconds - Ship 0-14 knots and changing course 3 1/3 seconds - Ship 14-23 knots 6 seconds - Ship 14-23 knots and changing course 2 seconds - Ship > 23 knots 2 seconds - Ship > 23 knots and changing course 2 seconds Table 12 – Reporting Intervals
Page 50 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 7.6 F.A.Q 7.6.1 I cannot see the vessel on the Internet AIS service Websites providing AIS services like e.g. www.marinetraffic.com does not cover all the seas of the world, but only specific coastal areas where AIS receivers have been installed and that upload the data to the websites. The vessel must be in reception range of these AIS receivers to show up on the Internet AIS service. If wrong information about your ship shows up on these websites (e.g. pictures or wrong position), this doesn’t mean your AIS is not working correctly. If the data is shown correctly on the AIS, the incorrect information is mostly due to false information delivered to these websites through other sources. 7.6.2 I can “see” the other vessel, but they do not “see” my vessel There are several reasons why this might happen. The first thing to check is if the NAUTICAST A2 is transmitting at all or if is transmitting in low power mode. In VHF Status view described in section 4.24 it is possible to check the status on all NAUTICAST A2 VHF transceivers. Make sure that correct channels and power mode are used. There might be a regional area set in the transponder that changes the operating mode of the NAUTICAST A2. Regional areas are listed in the Regional Area view (see section 4.17). The MMSI must also be configured in order for the NAUTICAST A2 to transmit. If the MMSI is zero, the NAUTICAST A2 will be silent. Another possibility is that the other vessels’ transponder requires a shorter reception range in order to receive the NAUTICAST A2 transmissions. In the Target List view and the Plot view it is possible to see the range and bearing to other vessels. 7.6.3 The VHF range seems to be short As a general rule, the VHF range is equal to line of sight from the antenna position, which means that the higher the antenna is installed, the longer the range will be. It is also important to follow the guide lines for an antenna installation thoroughly. Section 3.4 describes how to best install the VHF antenna. 7.6.4 I can only receive a few GPS satellites The position of the GPS antenna is of high importance to optimize the GPS reception. Follow the guide lines of GPS antenna installation described in section 3.5. If the ship is close to a harbour or shore with high structures or travelling in an area with high terrain, the GPS reception might be lowered. The GPS antenna must be installed where it has a clear view of the sky. The objective is to see the horizon freely through 360 degrees with a vertical observation of 5 to 90 degrees above the horizon. The GPS antenna cable should also be as short as possible and with 50 Ω impedance. A very long antenna cable or faulty impedance can heavily reduce the GPS reception. 7.7 Contact & Support information Contact your local dealer for NAUTICAST A2 support. Please visit www.nauticast.com to see our worldwide service partners. Nauticast GmbH Lützowgasse 12-14/ 3. OG 1140 Vienna Austria Tel: +43 (1) 5 237 237-240 Fax: +43 (1) 5 237 237-150 Mail: support@nauticast.com Web: www.nauticast.com To enable us to provide you with precise and thorough support please contact support@nauticast.com per Email and include the “Technical Support / Problem Report using all relevant information provided by the SW/HW Info view which can be accessed from Main MenuStatusSW/HW Info.
Page 51 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 7.8 Indication Messages The indication messages, with identity and type information, are listed below: ID Type Message text 021 Status External DGNSS in use 022 Status External GNSS in use 023 Status Internal DGNSS in use (beacon) 024 Status Internal DGNSS in use (msg 17) 025 Status Internal GNSS in use 027 Status External SOG/COG in use 028 Status Internal SOG/COG in use 031 Status Heading valid 033 Status Rate of Turn Indicator in use 034 Status Other ROT source in use 036 Event Channel management parameters changed 056 Event Channel management zone memory changed 061 Status Enter semaphore mode 062 Event Leave semaphore mode 063 Event NVM Checksum errors 064 Event RATDMA overflow 066 Status Tanker Low VHF Power Mode 067 Status Beacon correction received 068 Status VDL correction received (id XXXX) 069 Status No correction received 7.9 Long Range Definitions A = Ship’s name, call sign, and IMO number B = Date and time of message composition C = Position E = Course over ground (COG) F = Speed over ground (SOG) I = Destination and Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) O = Draught P = Ship/Cargo U = Ship’s length, breadth, type W= Persons on board
Page 52 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 8 Interpretation of Input Sentences All interface ports accepts the full set of input listed below sentences, except the sentences listed in section 8.4.1 that are unique to the Long Range interface port. The protocol of the serial input sentences shall be compliant to IEC 61162-1Ed.4 (2010-11) for maximum interoperability. 8.1 GPS and Sensor Input Sentences 8.1.1 DTM - Datum Reference If local code is other than WGS84, then the positions report from that port is discarded. $--DTM,ccc,a,x.x,a,x.x,a,x.x,ccc Field Format Name Comment 1 --DTM Sentence Id Used 2 ccc Local Datum Code Interpret if it’s WGS84 or not 3 A Local Datum Subdivision Code Ignored 4 x.x Lat Offset (2 fields) Ignored Ignored 5 a 6 x.x Long Offset (2 fields) Ignored Ignored 7 a 8 x.x Altitude Offset Ignored 9 ccc Reference Datum Code Ignored 8.1.2 GBS - GNSS Satellite Fault Detection If this sentence is received once a second from the position source in use, the RAIM flag will be set to TRUE. $--GBS,hhmmss.ss,x.x,x.x,x.x,xx,x.x,x.x,x.x Field Format Name Comment 1 --GBS Sentence Id Used 2 hhmmss.ss UTC Time of GGA or GNS Ignored 3 x.x Expected Error in latitude Used 4 x.x Expected Error in longitude Used 5 x.x Expected error in altitude Ignored 6 xx ID number of most likely failed satellite Ignored 7 x.x Probability of missed detection Ignored 8 x.x Estimate of bias in meters Ignored 9 x.x Standard Deviation of bias estimate Ignored 8.1.3 GGA - Global Positioning System Fix Data $--GGA,hhmmss.ss,llll.ll,a,yyyy.yy,a,x,xx,x.x,x.x,M,x.x,M,x.x,xxxx Field Format Name Comment 1 --GGA Sentence Id Used 2 hhmmss.ss UTC of position UTC Second is used to indicate Time Stamp 3 llll.ll Latitude Used 4 a 5 yyyy.yy Longitude Used 6 a 7 x GPS quality indicator Used, 1 -> Position with Low Accuracy 2 -> Position with High Accuracy 3 -> Position with Low Accuracy 6 -> Dead Reckoning with Low Accuracy 7 -> Manual mode with low accuracy OTHER -> No Position Used when the GPS is the internal GPS (Used in proprietary sentences) 8 xx Satellites in use Ignored 9 x.x Horizontal dilution of precision Ignored 10 x.x Antenna altitude Ignored 11 M Units of antenna altitude, meter Ignored 12 x.x Geodial separation Ignored 13 M Units of geodial sep. Ignored 14 x.x Age of differential GPS data Ignored 15 xxxx Differential reference station ID Ignored
Page 53 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 8.1.4 GLL – Geographic position, latitude/longitude $--GLL,llll.ll,a,yyyy.yy,a,hhmmss.ss,A,a Field Format Name Comment 1 --GLL Sentence Id Used 2 llll.ll Latitude Used 3 a 4 yyyy.yy Longitude Used 5 a 6 hhmmss.ss UTC of position UTC Second is used to indicate Time Stamp 7 A Status Used 8 a Mode indicator NULL -> Message is ignored A -> Position with Low Accuracy D -> Position with High Accuracy E -> Dead Reckoning Mode with Low Accuracy M-> Manual Mode with Low Accuracy OTHER -> No Position 8.1.5 GNS – GNSS fix data If the Mode Indicator is a NULL field, the sentence is ignored. $--GNS,hhmmss.ss,llll.ll,a,yyyy.yy,a,c--c,xx,x.x,x.x,x.x,x.x,x.x Field Format Name Comment 1 --GLL Sentence Id Used 2 hhmmss.ss UTC of position UTC Second is used to indicate Time Stamp 3 llll.ll Latitude Used 4 a 5 yyyy.yy Longitude Used 6 a 7 c--c Mode indicator A, P -> Position with low accuracy D, R, F -> Position with high Accuracy E -> Dead Reckoning Mode with Low accuracy M -> Manual Mode with low accuracy OTHER -> No Position 8 xx Total number of satellites Used when the GPS source is the internal GPS (used in proprietary sentences) 9 x.x HDOP Ignored 10 x.x Antenna altitude, meter Ignored 11 x.x Geodial separation Ignored 12 x.x Age of differential corrections Ignored 13 x.x Differential reference station ID Ignored 8.1.6 HDT - Heading, True The use of this sentence is talker identifier dependent. $--HDT,x.x,T Field Format Name Comment 1 --HDG Sentence Id Used 2 x.x Heading, degrees true Used 3 T NOTE: HDT input must be sent at least every 3 seconds for the NAUTICAST A2 to calculate ROT from the HDT input.
Page 54 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 8.1.7 OSD – Own ship data $--OSD,x.x,A,x.x,a,x.x,a,x.x,x.x,a Field Format Name Comment 1 --OSD Sentence Id Used 2 x.x Heading, degrees true Used if heading status is ‘A’ 3 A Heading status Used 4 x.x Vessel course, degrees true Used as COG 5 a Course reference Used1 6 x.x Vessel speed Used as SOG 7 a Speed reference Used1 8 x.x Vessel set Ignored 9 x.x Vessel drift Ignored 10 a Speed units Used to convert SOG to knots 8.1.8 RMC – Recommended minimum specific GNSS data $--RMC,hhmmss.ss,A,llll.ll,a,yyyy.yy,a,x.x,x.x,xxxxxx,x.x,a,a Field Format Name Comment 1 --RMC Sentence Id Used 2 hhmmss.ss UTC of position UTC Second is used to indicate Time Stamp 3 A Status Used 4 llll.ll Latitude Used 5 a 6 yyyy.yy Longitude Used 7 a 8 x.x Speed over ground, knots Used 9 x.x Course over ground, degrees true Used 10 xxxxxx Date Ignored 11 x.x Magnetic variation Ignored 12 a 13 a Mode indicator NULL -> Message is ignored A -> Position with low accuracy D -> Position with high accuracy E -> Dead Reckoning Mode with Low accuracy M -> Manual Mode with low accuracy OTHER -> No Position 8.1.9 ROT – Rate of turn The rate of turn value is only used if the talker identifier is TI. Otherwise the value will only be used to determine the direction, i.e. ”Moving Right” or ”Moving Left”. $--ROT,x.x,A Field Format Name Comment 1 --ROT Sentence Id Used 2 x.x Rate of turn Used if Status is set to ‘A’ 3 A Status Used 8.1.10 VBW - Dual Ground / Water Speed The current position source must be external GPS, and heading must be available for the transponder to accept this sentence. $--VBW,x.x,x.x,A,x.x,x.x,A,x.x,A,x.x,A Field Format Name Comment 1 --ROT Sentence Id Used 2 x.x Longitudinal water speed Ignored 3 x.x Transverse water speed Ignored 4 A Status: water speed Ignored 5 x.x Longitudinal ground speed Used if Status is set to A 6 x.x Transverse ground speed Used if Status is set to A 7 A Status: ground speed Used 8 x.x Stern transverse water speed Ignored 9 A Status stern water speed Ignored 10 x.x Stern transverse ground speed Ignored 11 A Status stern ground speed Ignored 1 SOG and COG are used if both COG reference and SOG reference are set to either: B, P, R
Page 55 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 8.1.11 VTG – Course over ground and ground speed $--VTG,x.x,T,x.x,M,x.x,N,x.x,K,a Field Format Name Comment 1 --VTG Sentence Id Used 2 x.x Course over ground, degrees true Used 3 T 4 x.x Course over ground, degrees magnetic Ignored 5 M 6 x.x Speed over ground, knots Used 7 N 8 x.x Speed over ground, km/h Ignored 9 K 10 a Mode indicator Used 8.1.12 ZDA – Time and date This message is only interpreted if it’s received from the internal GPS (the time synchronisation source). $--ZDA,hhmmss.ss,xx,xx,xxxx,xx,xx Field Format Name Comment 1 --ZDA Sentence Id Used 2 hhmmss.ss UTC Used 3 xx Day (UTC) Used 4 xx Month (UTC) Used 5 xxxx Year (UTC) Used 6 xx Local zone hours Ignored 7 xx Local zone minutes Ignored 8.2 General Input Sentences 8.2.1 ACK – Acknowledge Alarm $--ACK,xxx Field Format Name Comment 1 --ACK Sentence Id Used 2 xxx ID of the alarm source Used 8.2.2 EPV – Command or report equipment property value $--EPV,a,c--c,c--c,x.x,c--c, Field Format Name Comment 1 --EPV Sentence Id Used 2 a Sentence status flag Used 3 c--c Destination equipment type Used, AI or STT 4 c--c Unique Identifier Used, may be null 5 x.x Property identifier Used 6 c--c Value of property to be set Used 8.2.3 SPW – Security Password Sentence $--SPW,ccc,c--c,x,c--c Field Format Name Comment 1 --SPW Sentence Id Used 2 ccc Password protected sentece Used 3 c--c Unique Identifier Used, may be NULL 4 x Password level Used 5 c--c Password Used 8.2.4 HBT – Heartbeat Supervision Sentence $--HBT,x.x,A,x Field Format Name Comment 1 --SPW Sentence Id Used 2 x.x Configured repeat interval Used (Limited to 60 sec) 3 A Equipment status Used 4 x Sequential sentence identifier Ignored
Page 56 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 8.3 AIS Specific Input Sentences 8.3.1 ABM – Addressed Binary and Safety-Related Message !--ABM,x,x,x,xxxxxxxxx,x,x.x,s--s,x Field Format Name Comment 1 --ABM Sentence Id Used 2 x Total nr of sentences Used if in interval 1..9, otherwise the sentence is ignored 3 x Sentence number Used if in interval 1..total sentences, otherwise the sentence is ignored 4 x Sequential message identifier Used if in interval 0..3, otherwise the sentence is ignored 5 xxxxxxxxxx MMSI of Destination Used 6 X AIS Channel Used 7 x.x Message Id Used if 6 or 12, otherwise the sentence is ignored 8 s--s Encapsulated Data Used 9 x Number of filled bits Used 8.3.2 ACA – AIS Regional Channel Assignment Message The zone created of this sentence must be accepted by the channel management rules (size of zone, distance to own position, valid channel number etc). If the zone isn’t accepted, the zone will be ignored. $--ACA,x,llll.ll,a,yyyy.yy,a,llll.ll,a,yyyy.yy,a,x,xxxx,x,xxxx,x,x,x,a,x, hhmmss.ss Field Format Name Comment 1 --ACA Sentence Id Used 2 x Sequence number Ignored 3 llll.ll NE latitude (2 fields) Used 4 a 5 yyyy.yy NE longitude (2 fields) Used 6 a 7 llll.ll SW latitude (2 fields) Used 8 a 9 yyyy.yy SW longitude (2 fields) Used 10 a 11 x Transitional zone size Used 12 xxxx Channel A Used 13 x Channel A bandwidth Used 14 xxxx Channel B Used 15 x Channel B bandwidth Used 16 x Tx/Rx mode Used 17 x Power level Used 18 a Information source Ignored 19 x In use flag Ignored 20 hhmmss.ss Time of In use change Ignored 8.3.3 AIQ – Query Sentence $--AIQ,ccc Field Format Name Comment 1 -- Talker ID of requester Used 2 AIQ Talker ID for device Used 3 ccc Approved sentence formatter of data being requested It’s possible to query the following sentences: ACA, ALR, EPV, LRI, SSD, TRL, TXT and VSD
Page 57 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 8.3.5 AIR – AIS Interrogation Request This sentence can also be used to do a “UTC Request”. $--AIR,xxxxxxxxx,x.x,x,x.x,x,xxxxxxxxx,x.x,x,x Field Format Name Comment 1 --AIR Sentence Id Used 2 xxxxxxxxx MMSI 1 Used 3 x.x Message ID 1.1 Used 4 x Message sub section Ignored 5 x.x Message ID 1.2 Used, may be NULL 6 x Message sub section Ignored 7 xxxxxxxxx MMSI 2 Used, may be NULL 8 x.x Message ID 2.1 Used, may be NULL 9 x Message sub section Ignored 10 x Channel Used, may be NULL 8.3.6 BBM – Broadcast Binary Message $--BBM,x,x,x,x,x.x,s--s,x Field Format Name Comment 1 --BBM Sentence Id Used 2 X Total number of sentences Used if in interval 1..9, otherwise rejected 3 X Sentence number Used if in interval 1..total number of sentences, otherwise rejected. 4 X Sequential message identifier Used if in interval 0..9, otherwise rejected 5 X AIS channel Used 6 x.x Message Id Used if 8 or 14 7 s—s Encapsulated data Used 8 X Number of filled bits Used 8.3.7 SSD – Ship Static Data $--SSD,c--c,c--c,xxx,xxx,xx,xx,c,aa Field Format Name Comment 1 --SSD Sentence Id Used 2 c--c Call sign Used, may be NULL 3 c--c Name Used, may be NULL 4 xxx Pos ref A Used to change position reference for the position source in use. May be NULL. 5 xxx Pos ref B Used to change position reference for the position source in use. May be NULL. 6 xx Pos ref C Used to change position reference for the position source in use. May be NULL. 7 xx Pos ref D Used to change position reference for the position source in use. May be NULL. 8 c DTE Ignored 9 aa Source identifier Used 8.3.8 VSD – Voyage Static Data $--VSD,x.x,x.x,x.x,c--c,hhmmss.ss,xx,xx,x.x,x.x Field Format Name Comment 1 --VSD Sentence Id Used 2 x.x Type of ship and cargo Used 3 x.x Maximum present draught Used 4 x.x Persons on-board Used 5 c--c Destination Used 6 hhmmss.ss Est. UTC of arrival Used 7 Xx Est. day of arrival Used 8 Xx Est. month of arrival Used 9 x.x Navigational status Used 10 x.x Regional application flags Used
Page 58 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 8.4 Long Range Input Sentences 8.4.1 On Long Range Port The LR sentences can only be used with the Long Range interface port. 8.4.1.1 LRF – AIS long-range function $--LRF,x,xxxxxxxxx,c—c,c—c,c—c Field Format Name Comment 1 --LRF Sentence Id Used 2 x Sequence number Used 3 xxxxxxxxx MMSI of requestor Used 4 c--c Name of requestor Used 5 c--c Function request Used 6 c--c Function reply status Used 8.4.1.2 LRI – AIS long-range interrogation $--LRI,x,a,xxxxxxxxx,xxxxxxxxx,llll.ll,a,yyyyy.yy,a,llll.ll,a,yyyyy.yy,a Field Format Name Comment 1 --LRI Sentence Id Used 2 x Sequence number Used 3 xxxxxxxxx MMSI of requestor Used 4 xxxxxxxx MMSI of destination Used 5 llll.ll Latitude Used 6 a N / S Used 7 yyyyy.yy Longitude Used 8 a E / W Used 8.4.2 On Other Input Ports LRF – AIS long-range function $--LRF,x,xxxxxxxxx,c—c,c—c,c—c Field Format Name Comment 1 --LRF Sentence Id Used 2 x Sequence number Used 3 xxxxxxxxx MMSI of requestor Used 4 c--c Name of requestor Used 5 c--c Function request Used 6 c--c Function reply status Used 8.5 Proprietary Input Sentences All Nauticast Proprietary Sentences will have talker ID PSTT. 8.5.1 Proprietary Query message PSTT,101 $PSTT,101,c--c, Field Format Name Comment 1 PSTT Proprietary Nauticast Sentence Used 2 101 Sentence Query Used 3 c--c Proprietary sentence to query Used
Page 59 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 9 Interpretation of Output Sentences 9.1 Proprietary Output Sentences (PSTT) In addition to the standardized IEC sentences, the NAUTICAST A2 is able to output the proprietary sentences listed below. All Nauticast Proprietary Sentences have talker ID “PSTT”. 9.1.1 $PSTT,10A – UTC Date and Time This sentence provides UTC Date and Time, i.e. NAUTICAST A2 system time (based on internal GNSS time). It is output approximately once every 10 seconds (± 1 s). $PSTT,10A,YYYYMMDD,HHMMSS Field Format Name Comment 1 10A Sentence Id 10A always 2 YYYYMMDD Date Year, month and day in decimal notation. (00000000 = Not available) 3 HHMMSS Time Hour, minute and second in decimal notation. (999999 = Not available) Example: $PSTT,10A,20121028,135230*<FCS><CR><LF> = Date October 28, 2012 = Time 13:52:30 UTC 9.1.2 $PSTT,10C – Data Link Status This sentence provides information about the traffic on the VHF data link. It is output approximately once every 60 seconds. Traffic load is calculated over the last frame (i.e. 60 seconds). Number of units is derived from the internal user list and is generally the number of received units within the last few minutes. $PSTT,10C,C,LLL,NNNN Field Format Name Comment 1 10C Sentence Id 10C always 2 C Channel A = VDL Channel A B = VDL Channel B 3 LLL Traffic Load Data link traffic load in precent, 0-100. 4 NNNN Number of Units Number of units occupying the data link 9.1.3 $PSTT,146 – System Operational Mode Status This sentence reports the system operational mode. This sentence is output on change, periodically every minute and on request using PSTT,101. $PSTT,146,x,x,x*hh<CR><LF> Field Format Name Comment 1 146 Sentence Id 146 always 2 X 1 W Mode 0 = Default 1 = 1 Watt 3 X System Mode 0 = Class A 1 = Inland 4 X Transmit mode 0 = Normal 1 = Silent 9.1.4 $PSTT,1F3 – Transponder Restart This sentence will be output when the transponder has restarted. $PSTT,1F3,R Field Format Name Comment 1 1F3 Sentence Id 1F3 always 2 R Restart Reason 0 = Unknown 1 = Cold Start 2 = General Protection Fault 3 = Power Fail 4 = Warm Start
Page 60 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 9.2 Long Range Output Sentences 9.2.1 On Long Range Port 9.2.1.1 LR1 – AIS long-range reply sentence 1 $--LR1,x,xxxxxxxxx,xxxxxxxxx,c—c,c—c,xxxxxxxxx Field Format Name Comment 1 --LR1 Sentence Id Used 2 x Sequence number Used 3 xxxxxxxxx MMSI of responder Used 4 xxxxxxxxx MMSI of requestor (reply destination Used 5 c--c Ship’s name Used 6 c--c Call sign Used 7 xxxxxxxxx IMO Number Used 9.2.1.2 LR2 – AIS long-range reply sentence 2 $--LR2,x,xxxxxxxxx,xxxxxxxx,hhmmss.ss,llll.ll,a,yyyyy.yy,a,x.x,T,x.x,N Field Format Name Comment 1 --LR2 Sentence Id Used 2 x Sequence number Used 3 xxxxxxxxx MMSI of responder Used 4 xxxxxxxx Date Used 5 hhmmss.ss UTC time of position Used 6 llll.ll Latitude Used 7 a N / S Used 8 yyyyy.yy Longitude Used 9 a E / W Used 10 x.x Course over ground Used 11 T Validity of COG Used 12 x.x Speed over ground Used 13 N Validity of SOG Used 9.2.1.3 LR3 – AIS long-range reply sentence 3 $--LR3,x,xxxxxxxxx,c—c,xxxxxx,hhmmss.ss,x.x,x.x,x.x,x.x,x.x,x.x Output rate: On event Field Format Name Comment 1 --LR3 Sentence Id Used 2 x Sequence number Used 3 xxxxxxxxx MMSI of responder Used 4 c--c Voyage destination Used 5 xxxxxxxx ETA Date Used 6 hhmmss.ss ETA time Used 7 x.x Draught Used 8 x.x Ship / Cargo Used 9 x.x Ship length Used 10 x.x Ship width Used 11 x.x Ship type Used 12 x.x Persons Used
Page 61 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 9.2.1.4 LRF – AIS long-range function $--LRF,x,xxxxxxxxx,c—c,c—c,c—c Output rate: On event Field Format Name Comment 1 --LRF Sentence Id Used 2 x Sequence number Used 3 xxxxxxxxx MMSI of requestor Used 4 c--c Name of requestor Used 5 c--c Function request Used 6 c--c Function reply status Used 9.2.2 On All Other Output Ports 9.2.2.1 LRF – AIS long-range function $--LRF,x,xxxxxxxxx,c—c,c—c,c—c Output rate: On event Field Format Name Comment 1 --LRF Sentence Id Used 2 x Sequence number Used 3 xxxxxxxxx MMSI of requestor Used 4 c--c Name of requestor Used 5 c--c Function request Used 6 c--c Function reply status Used 9.2.2.2 LRI – AIS long-range interrogation $--LRI,x,a,xxxxxxxxx,xxxxxxxxx,llll.ll,a,yyyyy.yy,a,llll.ll,a,yyyyy.yy,a Output rate: On event Field Format Name Comment 1 --LRI Sentence Id Used 2 x Sequence number Used 3 xxxxxxxxx MMSI of requestor Used 4 xxxxxxxx MMSI of destination Used 5 llll.ll Latitude Used 6 a N / S Used 7 yyyyy.yy Longitude Used 8 a E / W Used 9.3 AIS Output Sentences 9.3.1 ABK – AIS Addressed and binary broadcast acknowledgement $ -- ABK,xxxxxxxxx,x,x.x,x,x Output rate: On event. Field Format Name Comment 1 --ABK Sentence Id Used 2 xxxxxxxxx MMSI of the addressed AIS unit Used 3 x AIS channel of reception Used 4 x.x ITU - R M.1371 Message ID Used 5 x Message sequence number Used 6 x Type of acknowledgement Used
Page 62 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 9.3.2 ACA – AIS Regional Channel Assignment Message $--ACA,x,llll.ll,a,yyyy.yy,a,llll.ll,a,yyyy.yy,a,x,xxxx,x,xxxx,x,x,x,a,x, hhmmss.ss Output rate: On event. On request. Field Format Name Comment 1 --ACA Sentence Id Used 2 x Sequence number Ignored 3 llll.ll NE latitude (2 fields) Used 4 a 5 yyyy.yy NE longitude (2 fields) Used 6 a 7 llll.ll SW latitude (2 fields) Used 8 a 9 yyyy.yy SW longitude (2 fields) Used 10 a 11 x Transitional zone size Used 12 xxxx Channel A Used 13 x Channel A bandwidth Used 14 xxxx Channel B Used 15 x Channel B bandwidth Used 16 x Tx/Rx mode Used 17 x Power level Used 18 a Information source Ignored 19 x In use flag Ignored 20 hhmmss.ss Time of In use change Ignored 9.3.3 ALR – Set alarm state $--ALR,hhmmss.ss,xxx,A, A,c--c Output rate: On event, on request, and automatically. Output every 30s for active alarms and every 60s when no active alarms. Field Format Name Comment 1 --ALR Sentence Id Used 2 hhmmss.ss Time of alarm condition change, UTC Used 3 Xxx Unique alarm number (identifier) at alarm source Used 4 A Alarm condition A = threshold exceeded V = not exceeded Used 5 A Alarm’s acknowledge state A = acknowledged V = unacknowledged Used 6 c--c Alarm’s description text Used 9.3.4 EPV – Command or report equipment property value $--EPV,a,c--c,c--c,x.x,c—c Output rate: On request. Field Format Name Comment 1 --EPV Sentence Id Used 2 a Sentence status flag Used 3 c--c Destination equipment type Used 4 c--c Unique Identifier Used 5 x.x Property identifier Used 6 c--c Value of property Used 9.3.5 NAK – Negative acknowledgement $--NAK,cc,ccc,c--c,x.x,c—c Output rate: On event Field Format Name Comment 1 --NAK Sentence Id Used 2 cc Talker identifier Used 3 ccc Affected sentence formatter Used 4 c--c Unique Identifier Used 5 x.x Reason code for negative acknowledgement Used 6 c--c Negative acknowledgement’s descriptive text Used
Page 63 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 9.3.6 SSD – Ship Static Data $--SSD,c--c,c--c,xxx,xxx,xx,xx,c,aa Output rate: On request. Field Format Name Comment 1 --SSD Sentence Id Used 2 c--c Call sign Used, may be NULL 3 c--c Name Used, may be NULL 4 xxx Pos ref A Used to change position reference for the position source in use. May be NULL. 5 xxx Pos ref B Used to change position reference for the position source in use. May be NULL. 6 xx Pos ref C Used to change position reference for the position source in use. May be NULL. 7 xx Pos ref D Used to change position reference for the position source in use. May be NULL. 8 c DTE Ignored 9 aa Source identifier Ignored 9.3.7 TRL – AIS transmitter non functioning log $--TRL,x.x,x.x,x,xxxxxxxx,hhmmss.ss,xxxxxxxx,hhmmss.ss,x Output rate: On request. Up to 10 sentences in a burst. Field Format Name Comment 1 --TRL Sentence Id Used 2 x.x Total number of log entries Used 3 x.x Log entry number Used 4 x Sequential message identifier Used 5 xxxxxxxx Switch off date Used 6 hhmmss.ss Switch off UTC time Used 7 xxxxxxxx Switch on date Used 8 hhmmss.ss Switch on UTC time Used 9 X Reason code1 Used 9.3.8 TXT – Text transmission $--TXT,xx,xx,xx,c--c Output rate: On request, on event. Field Format Name Comment 1 --TXT Sentence Id Used 2 xx Total number of sentences Used 3 xx Sentence number Used 4 xx Text identifier Used 5 c--c Text message Used 9.3.9 VDM – AIS VHF data-link message !--VDM,x,x,x,a,s—s,x Only output on serial port when baudrate is 38400 bps or higher. Output rate: On VHF message receive event. Field Format Name Comment 1 --VDM Sentence Id Used 2 X Total number of sentences needed to transfer the message Used 3 X Sentence number Used 4 X Sequential message identifier Used 5 A AIS channel Used 6 s—s Encapsulated ITU-R M.1371 radio message Used 7 X Number of fill bits Used
Page 64 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 9.3.10 VDO – AIS VHF data-link own-vessel report !--VDO,x,x,x,a,s—s,x Only output on serial port when baudrate is 38400 bps or higher. Output rate: On VHF transmission event. “Dummy” messages once per second. Field Format Name Comment 1 --VDO Sentence Id Used 2 X Total number of sentences needed to transfer the message Used 3 X Sentence number Used 4 X Sequential message identifier Used 5 A AIS channel Used for transmission event. Not used for “dummy” position messages. 6 s—s Encapsulated ITU-R M.1371 radio message Used 7 X Number of fill bits Used 9.3.11 VER – Version $--VER,x,x,aa,c--c,c--c,c--c,c--c,c--c,c--c,x Output rate: On request. Field Format Name Comment 1 --VER Sentence Id Used 2 x Total number of sentences Always 1 3 x Sentence number Always 1 4 aa Device Type Used 5 c--c Vendor ID Used 6 c--c Unique Identifier Used 7 c--c Manufacturer serial number Used 8 c--c Model code Used 9 c--c Software revision Used 10 c--c Hardware revision Used 11 x Sequential message identifier Always NULL 9.3.12 VSD – Voyage Static Data $--VSD,x.x,x.x,x.x,c--c,hhmmss.ss,xx,xx,x.x,x.x Output rate: On request. Field Format Name Comment 1 --VSD Sentence Id Used 2 x.x Type of ship and cargo Used 3 x.x Maximum present draught Used 4 x.x Persons on-board Used 5 c--c Destination Used 6 hhmmss.ss Est. UTC of arrival Used 7 Xx Est. day of arrival Used 8 Xx Est. month of arrival Used 9 x.x Navigational status Used 10 x.x Regional application flags Used
Page 65 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 10 Glossary ACK Acknowledgement AFSK Audio Frequency Shift Keying AIS Automatic Identification System Ant Antenna App Application ARPA Automatic Radar Plotting Aid BRG Bearing BS Base Station Ch Channel COG Course Over Ground Comm Communication DGNSS Differential Global Navigational Satellite System Disp Display DTE Data Terminal Equipment DSC Digital Selective Calling ECDIS Electronic Chart Display and Information System EGNOS European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service EPFS Electronic Position Fixing System ETA Estimated Time of Arrival Ext External GALILEO European GNSS GLONASS Russian GNSS GMSK Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying GNSS Global Navigational Satellite System GPS Global Positioning System HDG Heading HDOP Horizontal Dilution Of Precision Hecto Hectometre H/W Hardware IALA International Association of Lighthouse Authorities ID Identifier IEC International Electrotechnical Commission IMO International Maritime Organization Int Internal ITU International Telecommunications Union LAT Latitude LED Light Emitting Diode LOC Local LON Longitude LR Long Range Msg Message MKD Minimum Keyboard and Display MSAS MTSAT Satellite Augmentation System (Japan) NMEA National Marine Electronics Association MMSI Maritime Mobile Service Identity N/A Not available NE North East
Page 66 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 No Number NVM Non-Volatile Memory PoB Persons on board Pos Position RAIM Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring RNG Range RATDMA Random Access Time Division Multiple Access ROT Rate Of Turn RTA Recommended Time of Arrival Rx Receive SAR Search And Rescue SART Search And Rescue Transmitter SBAS Satellite Based Augmentation System SNR Signal to Noise Ratio SOG Speed Over Ground SRM Safety Related Message Sync Synchronization SW South West S/W Software TDMA Time Division Multiple Access Transp Transponder Tx Transmit UN United Nations UTC Universal Time Coordinated VHF Very High Frequency VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio. (A low value indicates a problem with the antenna or connections/cables to the antenna.) WAAS Wide Area Augmentation System (United States)
Page 67 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 10.1 Inland ERI Ship Types ERI Ship Type Description IMO Ship Type 8000 Vessel Type Unknown 99 8010 Motor Freighter 79 8020 Motor Tanker 89 8021 Motor Tanker Liquid (N) 80 8022 Motor Tanker Liquid (C) 80 8023 Motor Tanker Dry Cargo 89 8030 Container Vessel 79 8040 Gas Tanker 80 8050 Motor Freighter Tug 79 8060 Motor Tanker Tug 89 8070 Motor Freighter (Ships Alongs.) 79 8080 Motor Freighter With Tanker 89 8090 Motor Freighter Push Freighter(s) 79 8100 Motor Freighter Push Tank-Ship(s) 89 8110 Tug Freighter 79 8120 Tug Tanker 89 8130 Tug Freighter Coupled 31 8140 Tug Freighter/Tanker Coupled 31 8150 Freightbarge 99 8160 Tankbarge 99 8161 Tankbarge Liquid cargo (N) 90 8162 Tankbarge Liquid cargo (C) 90 8163 Tankbarge Dry Cargo 99 8170 Freightbarge Containers 89 8180 Tankbarge Gas 90 8210 Pushtow One Cargo Barge 79 8220 Pushtow 2 Cargo Barges 79 8230 Pushtow 3 Cargo Barges 79 8240 Pushtow 4 Cargo Barges 79 8250 Pushtow 5 Cargo Barges 79 8260 Pushtow 6 Cargo Barges 79 8270 Pushtow 7 Cargo Barges 79 8280 Pushtow 8 Cargo Barges 79 8290 Pushtow >=9 Cargo Barges 79 8310 Pushtow one Tank/Gas barge 80 8320 Pushtow 2 Barges (>= 1 T/G) 80 8330 Pushtow 3 Barges (>= 1 T/G) 80 8340 Pushtow 4 Barges (>= 1 T/G) 80 8350 Pushtow 5 Barges (>= 1 T/G) 80 8360 Pushtow 6 Barges (>= 1 T/G) 80 8370 Pushtow 7 Barges (>= 1 T/G) 80 8380 Pushtow 8 Barges (>= 1 T/G) 80 8390 Pushtow >=9 Barges (>= 1 T/G) 80 8400 Tug Single 52 8410 Tug One or More Tows 31 8420 Tug Assisting a Vessel or Linked. 31 8430 Pushboat Single 99 8440 Passenger Ship Ferry Cruise 69 8441 Ferry 69 8442 Red Cross Ship 58 8443 Cruise Ship 69 8444 Passenger Ship No Accomodation 69 8450 Service Vessel Police etc. 99 8460 Vessel Maint. Derric etc. 33 8470 Object Towed 99 8480 Fishing Boat 30 8490 Bunkership 99 8500 Barge Tanker Chemical 80 8510 Object Not Specified 99 1500 General Cargo Vessel 79 1510 Unit Carrier Maritime 79 1520 Bulk Carrier Maritime 79 1530 Tanker 80 1540 Liquified Gas Tanker 80 1850 Pleasure Craft >= 20m 37 1900 Fast Ship 49 1910 Hydrofoil 49
Page 68 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 10.2 Units bps Bits per second W Watt m Meter kHz Kilo Hertz dB-Hz Decibel-Hertz NM Nautical Mile km Kilometer Sm Statute Mile kn Knots km/h Kilometer per Hour mph Miles per Hour mm-dd hh:mm month-day hour:minute h:m:s hours:minutes:seconds
Page 69 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 11 Appendix 11.1 Appendix A – Drawings 11.1.1 Panel Mounting:
Page 70 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 11.1.2 Gimbal Mount:
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Page 72 of 80 1001001-2EN A2 Product Manual 2_0 11.2 Appendix B – License The NAUTICAST A2 Transponder System runs on a Linux operating system which is licensed with GNU General Public License. The source code of the Linux kernel can be obtained by contacting Nauticast GmbH: Email: support@nauticast.com Copy of the GNU General Public License: GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin St, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA; Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed. Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it. By contrast, the GNU General Public License is intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change free software--to make sure the software is free for all its users. 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