User's Manual

Installation
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3.2 Installation procedures
Before beginning installation of your AIS transceiver, please ensure
you have the necessary additional items as detailed in section 3.1.
It is strongly recommended that you read all of the instructions in
this manual prior to installation.
If after reading this manual you are unsure about any element of the
installation process please contact your dealer for advice.
The following sections explain the installation process step by step
for each of the main elements of the system.
Step 1 - Installing the AIS transceiver
Please note the following guidelines when selecting a location for
your AIS transceiver:
• The AIS transceiver must be fitted in a location where it is at least
0.5m from a compass or any magnetic device.
• There should be adequate space around the AIS transceiver for
routing of cables. See Figure 5 for details of the AIS transceiver
dimensions.
• The ambient temperature around the AIS transceiver should be
maintained between -10°C and +55°C.
• The AIS transceiver should not be located in a flammable or
hazardous atmosphere such as in an engine room or near to fuel
tanks.
• The AIS transceiver is fully waterproof to ingress protection
rating IPx7, however it is recommended that the AIS transceiver
is not subjected to extended periods of exposure to spray or
submersion.
• It is recommended that the AIS transceiver is installed in a 'below
decks' environment.
• It is acceptable to mount the AIS transceiver either vertically or
horizontally.
• The product is supplied with four self tapping screws for
attachment of the AIS transceiver to a suitable surface. Please
refer to Figure 6 for guidance.
• The AIS transceiver should be mounted in a location where the
indicators are readily visible as these provide important
information on the status of the AIS transceiver.