NAIS-400 Class B AIS Transceiver Instruction Manual ENGLISH simrad-yachting.
Preface As Navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact your nearest distributor if you require any further assistance. It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the NAIS-400 AIS Class B Transceiver in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage.
Contents 2 Preface 5 Notices 5 5 Safety warnings General notices 9 About your AIS class B transceiver 9 9 10 11 About AIS Static and dynamic vessel data Important information for US customers What’s in the box? 14 Installation 14 16 Preparing for installation Installation procedures 24 Configuring your AIS transceiver 24 24 25 Switching on your AIS transceiver for the first time Configuring your AIS transceiver Introduction to proAIS2 27 Operation 27 27 27 27 Using the AIS transceiver S
Table of figures 11 12 13 14 17 18 18 19 19 21 22 23 28 4| Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Items included with the product AIS transceiver overview Electrical connections to the AIS transceiver Typical installation configuration AIS transceiver dimensions AIS transceiver mounting GPS antenna mounting Position of the GPS antenna connector Position of the VHF antenna connector Connecting an external switch Connecting t
1 Notices When reading this manual, please pay particular attention to warnings marked with the warning triangle. These are important messages for safety, installation and usage of the product. Safety warnings Warning: This equipment must be installed in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual. Warning: This AIS transceiver is an aid to navigation and must not be relied upon to provide accurate navigation information.
RF emissions notice ¼¼ Note: The AIS transceiver generates and radiates radio frequency electromagnetic energy. This equipment must be installed and operated according to the instructions contained in this manual. Failure to do so can result in malfunctioning of the receiver or personal injury. ¼¼ Note: Never operate the AIS transceiver unless it is connected to a VHF antenna.
with this manual. Information contained in this manual is liable to change without notice. The manufacturer of this product disclaims any liability for consequences arising from omissions or inaccuracies in this manual and any other documentation provided with this product. Declaration of conformity The manufacturer of this product declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other provisions of the R&TTE directive.
Industry Canada notice This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
2 About your AIS class B transceiver About AIS • • • • • The marine Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a location and vessel information reporting system. It allows vessels equipped with AIS to automatically and dynamically share and regularly update their position, speed, course and other information such as vessel identity with similarly equipped vessels.
Static data is information about the vessel which must be programmed into the AIS transceiver. This includes: • Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) • Vessel name • Vessel call sign (if available) • Vessel type • Vessel dimensions In most countries the operation of an AIS transceiver is included under the vessel’s marine VHF licence provisions.
What’s in the box? Figure 1 shows the items included with your AIS transceiver purchase. The following sections will give a brief overview of each item. Please ensure all items are present. If any of the items are missing, please contact your dealer.
Fixing screws Four fixing screws are provided with the product for mounting of the AIS transceiver. Please refer to the Installation procedures, chapter 3 for details of how to mount the AIS transceiver. AIS transceiver unit Figure 2 shows an overview of the AIS transceiver unit. The AIS transceiver has a number of indicators which provide information to the user about the status of the AIS transceiver. Please refer to Indicator functions, chapter 5 for more details.
Electrical connections • • • • • The AIS transceiver has the following electrical connections: Power supply Two independent NMEA0183 data ports for connection to chartplotters and other NMEA0183 compatible equipment USB for connection to a PC or Mac External switch input for silent mode control NMEA2000 port for connection to NMEA2000 compatible equipment. In addition there are two other connections for the VHF antenna and an optional external GPS antenna.
3 Installation Preparing for installation Figure 4 shows a typical installation configuration for the AIS transceiver. Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the system elements and their connections prior to attempting installation.
be used with two radio devices, such as a VHF voice radio and the AIS transceiver. Warning: When selecting an AIS antenna splitter, make sure it is capable of operation with an AIS transceiver. Some AIS antenna splitters are designed to work only with AIS receivers. Please check with your dealer to ensure you purchase the correct type of antenna splitter. Optional external GPS antenna The transceiver has an internal GPS antenna.
plotter. Please refer to the user manual supplied with your chartplotter for details of how to connect and configure your chartplotter for use with AIS devices. For general guidance, your chartplotter should be configured to accept NMEA data at 38400 baud (sometimes referred to as ‘NMEA HS’ in the plotter configuration menu). You may also need to enable the display of AIS targets in the chart options.
• • • • • Installation • The AIS transceiver is fully waterproof to ingress protection rating IPx7. However, it is recommended that the AIS transceiver not be subjected to extended periods of exposure to spray or submersion. It is acceptable to mount the AIS transceiver either vertically or horizontally. It is recommended that the AIS transceiver is installed in a ‘below deck’ environment. The product is supplied with four selftapping screws for attachment of the AIS transceiver to a suitable surface.
Figure 6 AIS transceiver mounting Step 2 - Installing an optional external GPS antenna For mounting of an optional external GPS antenna, you will require a 1-inch 14 TPI thread pole. You should ensure that the GPS antenna has a good clear view of the entire sky. It is not recommended that the GPS antenna is mounted up a mast where the motion of the vessel will cause the antenna to swing and potentially reduce the accuracy of the GPS position.
Route the cable to your AIS transceiver unit, adding any necessary extension cables. Connect the cable from the GPS antenna to the GPS connector on the AIS transceiver as shown in Figure 8. Power and data NMEA 2000 GPS antenna VHF antenna Figure 8 Position of the GPS antenna connector Step 3 - Connecting the VHF antenna Route the cable from the VHF antenna to the AIS transceiver and connect to the VHF connector on the AIS transceiver as shown in Figure 9.
Step 4 - Connecting the accessory cable An accessory cable is supplied with the product to provide connections to power, the external switch, the NMEA0183 data ports and USB. The cable has a pre-moulded connector at one end which should be connected to the connector on the unit marked ‘PWR/ DATA’. The other end of the cable has eight colour-coded bare wires ready for connection and a USB connector for use with a PC or Mac. The table below lists the function of each colour-coded wire for reference.
Red Power in + Black Power in – Light green Orange Brown Blue Grey Yellow Switch input + Switch input – Transmit + Transmit – Receive + Receive – NMEA0183 38,400 Baud NMEA0183 4,800 Baud USB Figure 10 Connecting an external switch Step 6 - Connecting to NMEA0183 compatible equipment The two independent NMEA0183 data ports provide connection to your chartplotter and other NMEA0183 compatible equipment.
Red Power in + Black Power in – Light green Orange Brown Blue Grey Yellow Switch input + Switch input – Transmit + Transmit – Receive + Receive – NMEA0183 38,400 Baud NMEA0183 4,800 Baud USB Figure 11 Connecting to the NMEA0183 data port Step 7 - Connection to an NMEA2000 network (optional) The AIS transceiver can be connected to an NMEA2000 network by a suitable NMEA2000 network cable available from your local dealer.
software to make use of the AIS data. Warning: If the USB connection is removed from the PC or Mac during use, you must reset the connection before further use. To reset the connection: disconnect, then re-apply power to the AIS before closing and re-launching any PC or Mac applications using the USB connection. Finally, re-connect the USB cable between the PC or Mac and the AIS transceiver.
4 Configuring your AIS transceiver Until correctly configured, your AIS class B transceiver will only receive AIS messages and will not transmit AIS messages. Switching on your AIS transceiver for the first time A few seconds after applying power to the AIS transceiver, the indicators on the unit will illuminate in a pattern dependent on the configuration state of the unit.
Warning: US Customers only: It is a violation of the rules of the Federal Communications Commission for the enduser to programme the vessel data. The vessel data must only be programmed by a competent installer. If your AIS transceiver has not been pre-configured for you, please contact your dealer for advice on how to have the AIS transceiver configured by a competent installer. Introduction to proAIS2 Included in the CD supplied with your product is a software tool called ‘proAIS2’.
• • • • You will require the following information in order to configure your AIS transceiver: MMSI Vessel name Vessel type Call sign Vessel dimensions and position of your GPS antenna installation. For further assistance in configuring your AIS transceiver, please refer to the Help menu within proAIS2. Warning: Please ensure that you enter all vessel data accurately. Failure to do so could result in other vessels failing to identify your vessel correctly.
5 Operation Using the AIS transceiver Once the unit has been configured, it is ready for use. Providing that other vessels with AIS transceivers installed are within radio range of your vessel, you should see their details appear on your chartplotter or PC. These vessels will also be able to see your vessel on their chartplotter or PC. It may take up to six minutes for your full vessel details to be visible to others.
Indicator lights Green Amber Red Blue Figure 13 Indicator location on the AIS transceiver unit The meaning of typical indicator configurations is shown in the table below and Figure 13 shows the orientation of the AIS transceiver. Green indicator only The AIS transceiver is powered up, has a position fix and has transmitted at least one vessel information report. Red indicator only The AIS transceiver has detected a system error.
6 Troubleshooting Issue Possible cause and remedy No data is being received by the chartplotter • Check that the power supply is connected correctly. • Check that the power supply is a 12V or 24V supply. • Check that the connections to the chartplotter are correct. No indicators are illuminated • Check that the power supply is connected correctly. • Check that the power supply is a 12V or 24V supply. The Red 'error' indicator is illuminated • The unit may not have a valid MMSI.
7 Specifications Parameter Value Dimensions 140 x 100 x 42 mm (L x W x H) Weight 250 g Power DC (9.6 V - 31.
Parameter Value Environmental Water resistant to IPx7 Operating temperature: -25ºC to +55ºC Tested to IEC 60945 'Protected' category Indicators Power, TX timeout, error, silent mode status Specifications | NAIS-400 Instruction Manual | 31
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