AIS Monitoring System with SLC600 Power Supply Installation & Service Manual Version 1.
AIS Monitoring System • Complete AIS interface displaying accurate positioning & operational information about the AtoN VHF aerial • Low power consumption, making the units ideal for solar AtoN installations • Real time information • IALA recommendations & ITU Publications (ITU-R M.
AIS Monitoring System Table of Contents Introduction...........................................................................................Page 4 Operating Principle..............................................................................Page 4 Technology...........................................................................................Page 4 AIS Monitoring System........................................................................Page 5 Features.........................................
AIS Monitoring System Introduction Congratulations! By choosing to purchase a Sealite lantern you have become the owner of one of the most advanced LED marine lanterns in the world. Sealite Pty Ltd has been manufacturing lanterns for over 20 years, and particular care has been taken to ensure your lantern gives years of service.
AIS Monitoring System AIS Monitoring System The Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a broadcast system which operates in the VHF maritime mobile band. It is capable of sending ship or AtoN (Aid to Navigation) information such as identification, position, course, speed and more to other ships and to shore. A special access technology is used to allow rapid update rates for multiple reports within the otherwise limited capabilities of VHF. Welcome now to the world of AIS monitoring.
AIS Monitoring System AIS System Components Figure 1: Automatic Identification System – SLC600 Case Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com.
AIS Monitoring System About the AIS System Sealite’s AIS AtoN (Automatic Identification System) operates in the international VHF Maritime Mobile Band, enabling Port Authorities and other users to remotely monitor the real-time status of their AtoN installation, whilst providing mariners in the broadcasting region crucial Message 21 information (as defined by the international Telecommunications Union (ITU)) about the navigation aid.
AIS Monitoring System Installation and Assembly Instructions Installation of the AIS Monitoring System includes the following steps:• Unpacking • Initial Inspection • Installing the AIS base unit (case) • Assembly Unpacking instructions Unpack all hardware and verify all components are in accordance with Figure 4, the SLC600 system. Please contact your Sealite office if there is any hardware missing. Initial Inspection Inspect all hardware for damage.
AIS Monitoring System Installation of VHF Antenna Tools required: 1 x 5mm Allen Key 1 x 10mm spanner or small wrench. • Remove the wing nut from the screw that is holding the antenna base plate in place. • Feed the antenna cable through the hole in the arm and position the antenna. • Secure the antenna using 3 x M6 Countersunk Cap Screws and Nylock nuts. • Remove the protective cap from the antenna plug on the Solar Panel Housing and connect the antenna. Secure tightly.
AIS Monitoring System Battery Connection Tools required: 1 x Allen Key, 6mm 2 x 10mm spanners or small adjustable wrenches. 1 x extra person for lifting. The cover is already removed. (see Connection of light, Antenna and GPS Cables section of this manual • Unscrew the 4 x Hand-Wheels from the corners of the Battery Box Lid. • Connect the Negative wire to the Negative Battery Terminal.
AIS Monitoring System Figure 4: Installation of SL125 Lantern and Antenna No Description Qty 1 Sealite Lantern, SL125 1 2 M8 x 30mm Socket Head Cap Screw 4 3 M8 Spring Washer 8 4 M8 Penny Washer 8 5 AIS Antenna, (VHF) 1 6 M6 x 25mm Countersunk Cap Screw 3 7 M6 Flat Washer 3 8 M6 Nut 3 9 M8 x 40mm Socket Head Cap Screw 4 Fig 5: Mounting Hole Dimensions Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com.
AIS Monitoring System How to Set-up and Program the AIS Unit All AIS units will be supplied pre-programmed with the information supplied by the customer. This will include both Latitude and Longitude and the unique Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number. The MMSI number is allocated by the relevent Maritime Safety Authority in each country. The Sealite AIS uses a Maritec Telebeacon as the transmission source back to the base station.
AIS Monitoring System Check Up-loaded Information • Turn power OFF to the AIS unit; • Wait 5 seconds and turn power ON to the AIS unit; • Select the required Com Port - Baud Rate = 38400. • Select ‘Own Profile’, select ‘Read From TeleBeacon’ • Wait for ‘Read’ to complete • The displayed window should show the previously data programmed into the Telebeacon • For full details refer to the complete TeleBeacon- S manual. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com.
AIS Monitoring System Testing the AIS Transmitter Local Testing of the Remote AIS (Requires an appropriate AIS Receiver with an RS-232/USB output and a PC connected to the receiver data output. Do not place the AIS transmitter and receiver too close together. If this is not practical, use 50-Ohm dummy antenna’s. The AIS unit needs to be powered up and located outside to pick up the GPS signals required. The unit will NOT operate if there is no GPS signal. • Connect the AIS unit to a PC or Laptop as above.
AIS Monitoring System AIS Display Software There are number of AIS software packages available to display vessel traffic and Aids to Navigation data. Your AIS receiving software package will need to be adapted to interpret Message 6 data that is Sealite specific to the SL125 Beacon. Presently the only software that has been written to accept the SL125 beacon data is ICAN Marine Horizon Vista AIS package. For further information, please consult Sealite. Latest products and information available at www.
AIS Monitoring System Trouble Shooting Problem Remedy Lantern will not activate. • • • • • Timing codes will not change. • Turn rotary switches several times to ensure contacts are clear. Lantern will not operate for the entire night. • Expose lantern to direct sunlight and monitor operation for several days. Sealite products typically require 1.5 hours of direct sunlight per day to retain full autonomy.
AIS Monitoring System Notes Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com.
AIS Monitoring System Sealite Lantern Warranty V1.0 Activating the Warranty Upon purchase, the Sealite Pty Ltd warranty must be activated for recognition of future claims. To do this you have two (2) options: 1. Postal Registration Please complete the Sealite Warranty Registration Card and return to Sealite within 30 days of your purchase. 2. Online Registration Please complete the Online Registration Form at; www.sealite.com.
AIS Monitoring System 3. The customer must give Sealite Pty Ltd notice of any defect with the product within 30 days of the customer becoming aware of the defect. 4. Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Typical battery replacement period is 3-4 years. Long term exposure to high temperatures will shorten the battery life.
AIS Monitoring System Other Sealite Products Available Marine Lanterns (1-7nm) Monitoring & Control Systems Bridge & Barge Lights Marine Buoys (up to 3mt in diameter) Area Lighting Mooring Systems & Accessories Head Office USA Customers Tel: +61 (0)3 5977 6128 Fax: +61 (0)3 5977 6124 Email: info@sealite.com.au Internet: www.sealite.com.au Tel: (603) 524-6066 Fax: (603) 524-8100 Email: info@sealiteusa.com Internet: www.sealiteusa.
