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1. D12121 1 NMEA0183 low baud rate connection to VHF IRE Tan I Tara color color VHF signal a ee m me four Note The wire colors on your VHF may differ to that shown above if this is the case then ensure you have connected the correct signals e g IN on the AIS connects to OUT on your VHF and so on 21 2 6 Multifunction display connections You can connect your AIS unit to a multifunction display using either the dedicated SeaTalk9 connector or NMEA0183 high baud rate via the power data cable Follow the steps shown in either e Connecting NMEA0183 high baud rate or e Connecting using SeaTalkn9 Note Do not connect your multifunction display using both NMEA0183 and SeaTalk 9 at the same time as this will cause data conflicts Connecting NMEA0183 high baud rate If your multifunction displays are NOT connected to a SeaTalkng system connect the AIS unit s 38400 baud NMEA0183 bus to your multifunction display s 38400 baud NMEA0183 wires 1 Identify the 38400 baud NMEA0183 wires on the AIS units power data cable 2 Identify the 38400 baud NMEA0183 wires on your multifunction display 3 Connect the wires as shown below 22 D12122 1 NMEA0183 high baud rate2. 92T nenn NSX nenn nennen 21 2 6 Multifunction display connections 22 2 7 Power connection 225922749 nennen anne 22 2 8 USB connection eee e e anne nennen 25 2 9 Location and MOUNTING eee eee eee ee 26 2 10 System checks eenn 27 2 11 Troubleshooting iii 28 2 12 Technical specification ee 28 Chapter 3 AIS650 Class B transceiver 31 3 1 AIS650 Class B transceiver Un e e nn 32 3 2 Static data requirement e e nrerrrerrre nn 32 3 3 Requirements for USA amp Canada 33 3 4 Requirements for areas outside of USA amp Canada iaia 35 3 5 Planning the installation eee ee e Rn 36 3 6 Cables and connections e en 39 3 7 Connections overview e nennen 40 3 8 GPS antenna connection een nneneenn 41 3 9 VHF connection xn azy xz Ssys cy ernennen nennen 42 3 10 Multifunction display connections 43 3 11 AIS Silent mode connection een 44 3 12 Power connection e ernennen nennen 45 3 13 USB connection 22347 o 2327297925329 YZ 9AX5 4 47 3 14 Installing proAIS2 and USB drivers 48 3 15 SD Card connection e 48 3 16 Location and Mounting
3. ay KOZ nd Zs x 49 3 17 System ChECKS ereenn 53 3 18 Diagnostics aka 55 3 19 Troubleshooting eee eee e nnnen nen nnnnnnnn 55 3 20 Technical specification Renee 56 Chapter 4 Technical support 59 4 1 Raymarine customer support 60 Chapter 5 Options and accessories 61 5 1 SeaTalkn9 cables and accessories 62 5 2 Spares and accessories rennen 63 6 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Chapter 1 Important information Warning Ensure safe navigation This product is intended only as an aid to navigation and must never be used in preference to sound Applicability navigational judgment Only official government charts and notices to mariners contain all the current The information in this book applies to all geographical areas unless information needed for safe navigation and the otherwise stated captain is responsible for their prudent use It is the user s responsibility to use official government charts notices to mariners caution and proper navigational skill when operating this or any other Raymarine product Safety information Warning Product installation and operation Caution Power supply protection When installing this product ensure the power source is adequately protected by means of a suitably rat
4. Has at least 6 in 100 mm of clear space below to allow access for cabling and adequate cable bends Is maintained at a temperature between 15 C 5 F and 55 C 130 F GPS antenna requirement A GPS antenna is supplied with the transceiver and must be installed in accordance with the instructions given here Do NOT connect any other GPS antenna to the transceiver The GPS antenna can be mounted either on a flat horizontal surface or on a suitable pole If you intend surface mounting the antenna ensure you have access to the underside of the mounting surface If you intend pole mounting the antenna the pole needs a 1 inch 14 TPI thread 49 Important The main requirement of the intended location for the Unit dimensions GPS antenna is that it gives a good direct line of site to the entire sky right around the horizon Ensure that the intended mounting location is x Al St 77 Open and clear of any obstructions such as masts search lights H or other structures that could block line of sight to the sky LL z po l l Qi Ramae M As low as possible to keep the antenna as stable as possible o The more stable the unit the more effectively it
5. correct signals e g IN on the AIS connects to OUT on your VHF and so on AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions 3 10 Multifunction display connections You can connect your AIS unit to a multifunction display using either the dedicated SeaTalk9 connector or NMEA0183 high baud rate via the power data cable Follow the steps shown in either e Connecting NMEA0183 high baud rate or e Connecting using SeaTalkn9 Note Do not connect your multifunction display using both NMEA0183 and SeaTalkn9 at the same time as this will cause data conflicts Connecting NMEA0183 high baud rate If your multifunction displays are NOT connected to a SeaTalkng system connect the AIS unit s 38400 baud NMEA0183 bus to your multifunction displays 38400 baud NMEA0183 wires 1 Identify the 38400 baud NMEA0183 wires on the AIS units power data cable 2 Identify the 38400 baud NMEA0183 wires on your multifunction display 3 Connect the wires as shown below AIS650 Class B transceiver j D12090 1 Multifunc Multifunc tion display tion display wire color signal brown 43 Note The wire colors on your Multifunction display may differ 3 11 AIS Silent mode connection to that shown above if this is the case then ensure you have connected the correct signals e g IN on the AIS connects to
6. Multifunc tion display tion display wire color signal Orange and OUT brown Orange and OUT yellow Multifunc AIS wire color l 3 OUT Orange and IN green 4 Brown OUT Orange and IN white AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Note The wire colors on your Multifunction display may differ to that shown above if this is the case then ensure you have connected the correct signals e g IN on the AIS connects to OUT on your Multifunction display and so on Connecting SeaTalkn9 The SeaTalkn9 connector enables you to connect the AIS unit aboard vessels on which the multifunction displays are connected via SeaTalkn9 Before connecting to SeaTalkn9 refer to the Sea Talkn9 Reference Manual and ensure that with this product connected the maximum permitted Load Equivalence Number LEN value for the system will not be exceeded L ok__ yy J GA VHF ANT D12124 1 1 Connect the supplied SeaTalk 9 spur cable to the AIS unit s SeaTalkn9 connector 2 Connect the other end of the SeaTalkn9 spur cable to a suitable place on your vessel s SeaTalkn9 network as follows i Connect using SeaTalk9 5 way connector ii Connect using a SeaTalk 9 T Piece connector iii Connect using a spare SeaTalkn9 spur on a SeaTalkng converter AIS350 Receiver 2 7 Power connection Power supply protectio
7. Connect the cable from the GPS antenna to the GPS connector on the underside of the AIS transceiver If the GPS is not connected the transceiver will operate in Silent Mode and an alarm message will be generated You must acknowledge all alarm messages The transceiver will not transmit but will still receive 41 3 9 VHF connection Connect up your AIS unit to your vessels VHF connections by following the steps found under Connecting RF and Connecting NMEA0183 low baud rate below Connecting RF 1 Connecta dedicated VHF antenna directly to the VHF antenna connector on your AIS unit or 2 Using a VHF splitter not included link your AIS unit into the ships existing VHF radio set and antenna following the instructions provided with the VHF splitter Connecting NMEA0183 low baud rate Connect the AIS unit s 4800 baud NMEA0183 bus to the vessel s VHF radio as follows 1 Identify the 4800 baud NMEA0183 wires on the AIS units power data cable 2 Identify the 4800 baud NMEA0183 wires on your VHF set 3 Connect the wires as shown below 42 D12089 1 NMEA0183 low baud rate connection to VHF ne Turan E Tore color color VHF signal a oe m fm fo Note The wire colors on your VHF may differ to that shown above if this is the case then ensure you have connected the
8. an isolated power supply when using a 3rd party audio amplifier Always use an RS232 NMEA converter with optical isolation on the signal lines Always make sure that PC s or other sensitive electronic devices have a dedicated power circuit Cable shielding Ensure that all data cables are properly shielded that the cable shielding is intact e g hasn t been scraped off by being squeezed through a tight area 40 3 7 Connections overview The transceiver has the following connection types ff N amp Revmarine Class B Transceiver Nie ne D in pion 39 e cessi wen D12093 1 Power NMEA0183 4800 amp 38400 baud AIS Silent SeaTalkn9 GPS antenna VHF antenna SD card unit configuration and data recording Mini B USB for PC connectivity Carry out the following procedures to connect up you transceiver e Connecting GPS e Connecting VHF e Connecting to Multifunction display AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions e Connecting AIS Silent wires e Connecting power Note With the SD card USB cover open the unit will not be water resistant AIS650 Class B transceiver 3 8 GPS antenna connection The GPS supplied as part of your AIS transceiver system has a fitted 10 m 33ft cable to connect to the transceiver s GPS antenna connector
9. as follows 1 Connect the red wire to the 5 A fuse or equivalent automatic circuit breaker to the supply positive terminal 2 Connect the black wire to the supply negative terminal AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions ee PWRIDal na Dal f l D12092 1 m io Joes AIS650 Class B transceiver 3 13 USB connection The AIS unit includes a Mini B USB port which provides PC connectivity To enable connection of the AIS unit to a PC the USB drivers supplied on the software CDROM must be installed on the PC Please follow the Installing proAIS2 and USB driver instructions below to install the USB drivers before connecting the AIS unit to a PC The USB port can be used to configure static vessel data using the included proAIS2 software Use of PC based charting software when connected to AIS Perform software update Note When configuring static vessel data via USB you do not need to power up the AIS unit the USB shall provide sufficient power to complete the data configuration 47 3 14 Installing proAlS2 and USB drivers Before connecting the AIS unit to a PC the proAIS2 application and USB drivers must be installed To install follow the steps below 1 Insert the supplied CDROM and navigate to the proAlS folder 2 Double click on the setup exe file to launch the installer 3 Follow the on screen installa
10. goes AMBER The amber condition continues while the transceiver acquires a GPS fix then transmits a position report This can take up to 2 minutes ii When the first position report has been transmitted the STATUS indicator goes GREEN This condition remains all the time the transceiver is operating normally and transmitting Configuration Warning Configure before use This Raymarine product must be correctly configured to ensure optimum performance and minimize the chances of unsafe or other erroneous data Configuration requirement After installation and successful switch on the AIS transceiver must be configured for optimum performance aboard the vessel The person configuring the AIS transceiver needs to know the following vessel information s MMSI number e Name Call sign 53 Dimensions e Type GPS antenna position The manner in which configuration is carried out depends on the legal requirements of the geographical area you are Important Before starting any AIS configuration procedure SWITCH OFF all associated multifunction displays otherwise you will not be able to correctly configure your AIS transceiver USA In the USA it is a legal requirement that the configuration is performed by a suitable dealer You can use the supplied proAlS2 PC software to check the vessel data programmed into your AIS transceiver If this information is incorrect please contact your Raymarine dealer be
11. receive Ship s name Yes Yes Yes Type Yes Yes Yes Call sign Yes Yes Yes IMO number Yes Length and beam Yes Antenna location Yes Draft Yes Cargo Yes Information Destination Yes ETA AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Transceiver transmit Receiver receive Transceiver receive Yes Time Ship s position Gyro heading Rate of turn Navigational status Safety message Y Class B transceivers do not transmit a Gyro heading unless the transceiver is receiving an NMEA HDT sentence from an external source Ye Ye Ye Ye Ye Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes es w S Data reporting intervals AIS information is classed as either static or dynamic Static information is broadcast when data has been amended or upon request or by default every 6 minutes The reporting rates for dynamic information depend on speed and course change and are given in the following tables Note The reporting rates shown here are for reference and may not be the rate at which information is actually received by your AIS transceiver This is dependent on a number of factors including but not limited to antenna height gain and signal interference Important information Class A systems 2 seconds Reporting rate 30 Seconds Other AIS sources Search and Rescue SAR aircraft Ships Dynamic Conditions At anchor or moored 0 14 knots 0 14 knots and changing course
12. which does not have a dedicated drain wire or shield Common ground point The negative wire must be connected to a bonded common ground point i e with the ground point connected to battery negative and situated as close as possible to the battery negative terminal Oma D11705 1 1 Power cable to display 2 Bonded common ground connection 3 Battery Implementation If several items require grounding they may be first be connected to a single local point e g within a switch panel with this point connected via a single appropriately rated conductor to the boat s common ground 46 The preferred minimum requirement for the path to ground bonded or non bonded is via a flat tinned copper braid with a 30 A rating 1 4 inch or greater If this is not possible an equivalent stranded wire conductor may be used rated as follows e for runs of lt 1 m 3 ft use 6 mm2 10 AWG 6 mm or greater for runs of gt 1 m 3 ft use 8 mm2 8 AWG or greater In any grounding system always keep the length of connecting braid or wires as short as possible Important Do NOT connect this product to a positively grounded power system References e ISO 10133 13297 e BMEA code of practice e NMEA 0400 Connecting power The use of crimped and soldered lugs is recommended to provide optimum connection to the power source Connect your AIS unit s power cable to either a 12 V dc or 24 V dc power source
13. 14 23 knots 14 23 knots and changing course Faster than 23 knots Faster than 23 knots and changing course Class B systems Ships Dynamic Conditions 0 to 2 knots Above 2 knots AIS base station 10 seconds or 3 33 seconds depending on operating parameters 11 System protocols Your product can be connected to various products and systems to share information and so improve the functionality of the overall system These connections may be made using a number of different protocols Fast and accurate data collection and transfer is achieved by using a combination of the following data protocols SeaTalkn9 e NMEA2000 e NMEA0183 Note You may find that your system does not use all of the connection types or instrumentation described in this section Seatalkns SeaTalkn9 Next Generation is an enhanced protocol for connection of compatible marine instruments and equipment It replaces the older SeaTalk and SeaTalk protocols SeaTalkn9 utilizes a single backbone to which compatible instruments connect using a spur Data and power are carried within the backbone Devices that have a low draw can be powered from the network although high current equipment will need to have a separate power connection SeaTalk9 is a proprietary extension to NMEA 2000 and the proven CAN bus technology Compatible NMEA 2000 and SeaTalk SeaTalk2 devices can also be connected using the appropriate interfaces or adaptor cables as required NM
14. EA 2000 NMEA 2000 offers significant improvements over NMEA 0183 most notably in speed and connectivity Up to 50 units can simultaneously transmit and receive on a single physical bus at any one time with each node being physically addressable The standard 12 was specifically intended to allow for a whole network of marine electronics from any manufacturer to communicate on a common bus via standardized message types and formats NMEA 0183 The NMEA 0183 Data Interface Standard was developed by the National Marine Electronics Association of America It is an international standard to enable equipment from many different manufacturers to be connected together and share information The NMEA 0183 standard carries similar information to SeaTalk However it has the important difference that one cable will only carry information in one direction For this reason NMEA 0183 is generally used to connect a data receiver and a transmitter together e g a compass sensor transmitting heading to a radar display This information is passed in sentences each of which has a three letter sentence identifier It is therefore important when checking compatibility between items that the same sentence identifiers are used some examples of which are e VTG carries Course and Speed Over Ground data e GLL carries latitude and longitude DBT carries water depth e MWV carries relative wind angle and wind speed data NMEA baud rates T
15. ED flash x 5 Static data configuration via SD card failed BLUE Transceiver is running in silent mode BLUE flash x 2 Voyage data logging has commenced BLUE flash every 10 seconds SD card full Voyage data logging The transceiver is starting up or The transceiver has not transmitted for more than 2 reporting periods mode AIS650 Class B transceiver 3 19 Troubleshooting Issue Action No power Check That power supply is at the correct voltage 12 V or 24 V AIS configuration Switch off all associated multifunction displays then data is not saved re configure E No vessel data No AIS data All power connections Check relevant fuses Connections are secure throughout the system The VHF antenna lead is securely connected At the relevant Raymarine multifunction display Place the cursor over the targeted vessel and ensure the AIS DATA soft key is not set to OFF Ensure the AIS layer is set to ON Ensure displayed target types are set to ALL Check the NMEA and or SeaTalk 9 output from the multifunction displays to the transceiver input and ensure The wires are correctly connected The baud rate for NMEA is 38400 baud 55 Status indicator Wait at least 30 minutes to check that a Quiet time has 3 20 Technical specification remains amber not been requested by the local authority Check that the Transceiver specification GPS antenna is properly connected Wat
16. In addition to enabling AIS silent mode via a connected multifunction OUT on your Multifunction display and so on display The Power data cable on the AIS unit includes 2 wires which can be connected to a bespoke switch placed at a suitable location on the vessel s dashboard to enable manual switching of Connecting SeaTalk g AIS silent mode The SeaTalkn9 connector enables you to connect the AIS unit Note The AIS silent switch where fitted will override a aboard vessels on which the multifunction displays are connected multifunction displays AIS silent setting via SeaTalkn9 Before connecting to SeaTalkn9 refer to the Sea Talkn9 Reference s x Manual and ensure that with this product connected the maximum Connecting AIS silent wires permitted Load Equivalence Number LEN value for the system will not be exceeded Note Your AIS unit has a SeaTalk 9 LEN value of 1 l 5 lla s ca Y i gt A j DO ee PWR Data sr GPSANT VHFANT D J To connect a manual AIS silent switch to your system follow the steps below D12125 1 1 Connect the supplied SeaTalk 9 spur cable to the AIS unit s SeaTalkn9 connector 2 Connect the other end of the SeaTalkn9 spur cable to a suitable O place on your vessel s SeaTalkn9 network as follows o i Connect using SeaTalk s 5 way connec
17. Raymarine AIS350 Receiver AIS650 Class B Transceiver Installation instructions ENGLISH Document number 87140 2 Date 05 2011 Trademark and patents notice Autohelm hsb2 RayTech Navigator Sail Pilot SeaTalk SeaTalkNG SeaTalkHS and Sportpilot are registered trademarks of Raymarine UK Limited RayTalk Seahawk Smartpilot Pathfinder and Raymarine are registered trademarks of Raymarine Holdings Limited FLIR is a registered trademark of FLIR Systems Inc and or its subsidiaries All other trademarks trade names or company names referenced herein are used for identification only and are the property of their respective owners This product is protected by patents design patents patents pending or design patents pending Copyright 2011 Raymarine UK Ltd All rights reserved ENGLISH Document number 87140 2 Date 05 2011 Contents Chapter 1 Important information 7 Applicability s u sions dares dows alia 7 Safety information nennen nennen 7 General information ee e ee e e 8 AIS OVEMVIEW siriana iatale 9 Classes of AlS iii aaa aa aT 10 System Protocol secere a 12 Chapter 2 AIS350 Receiver 15 2 1 AIS350 Receiver unit e e 16 2 2 Planning the installation i 16 2 3 Cables and connections eee ee 19 2 4 Connections overview e ee 20 2 5 VHF connection
18. aids to navigation AToNs carrying Class A or Class B transceivers The AIS650 is a Class B transceiver that receives messages from and transmits messages to vessels land base stations or aids to navigation AToNs carrying Class A or Class B transceivers Class A transceivers Class A AIS transceivers transmit and receive AIS signals AIS transceivers are currently mandatory on all commercial vessels exceeding 300 tons that travel internationally SOLAS vessels The following information can be transmitted by a Class A AIS system e Static data Includes information such as vessel name vessel type MMSI number call sign IMO number length beam and GPS antenna location Voyage related data Includes information such as draft cargo destination ETA and other relevant information 10 Dynamic data Includes information such as time UTC ship s position COG SOG heading rate of turn and navigational status Dynamic reports Ship s speed and status e Messages Alarms and safety messages Remember that not all vessels will transmit all of the information Class B transceivers Class B AIS transceivers transmit and receive AIS signals but use a reduced set of data compared to Class A see Data Summary A Class B AIS transceiver can be fitted on any vessel not fitted with a Class A transceiver but is not mandatory aboard any vessel Data Summary Receiver Transceiver Transceiver receive transmit
19. al damage and exposure to heat Use trunking or conduit where possible Do NOT run cables through bilges or doorways or close to moving or hot objects e Secure cables in place using tie wraps or lacing twine Coil any extra cable and tie it out of the way e Where a cable passes through an exposed bulkhead or deckhead use a suitable watertight feed through Do NOT run cables near to engines or fluorescent lights 19 Always route data cables as far away as possible from other equipment and cables high current carrying ac and dc power lines antennae Strain relief Ensure adequate strain relief is provided Protect connectors from strain and ensure they will not pull out under extreme sea conditions Circuit isolation Appropriate circuit isolation is required for installations using both AC and DC current Always use isolating transformers or a separate power inverter to run PC s processors displays and other sensitive electronic instruments or devices Always use an isolating transformer with Weather FAX audio cables Always use an isolated power supply when using a 3rd party audio amplifier Always use an RS232 NMEA converter with optical isolation on the signal lines Always make sure that PC s or other sensitive electronic devices have a dedicated power circuit Cable shielding Ensure that all data cables are properly shielded that the cable shielding is intact e g hasn
20. ckage includes a bar code label indicating the serial number of the unit You will need this serial number when registering your product online You should retain the label for future reference IMO and SOLAS The equipment described within this document is intended for use on leisure marine boats and workboats not covered by International Maritime Organization IMO and Safety of Life at Sea SOLAS Carriage Regulations Technical accuracy To the best of our knowledge the information in this document was correct at the time it was produced However Raymarine cannot accept liability for any inaccuracies or omissions it may contain In addition our policy of continuous product improvement may change specifications without notice As a result Raymarine cannot accept liability for any differences between the product and this document Important information AIS disclaimer All information presented by the Raymarine AIS device is advisory only as there is a risk of incomplete and erroneous information By placing this product into service you acknowledge this and assume complete responsibility for any associated risks and accordingly release Raymarine and SRT Marine Technology Ltd from any and all claims arising from the use of the AIS service Installation guide Information scope This document gives introductory installation and troubleshooting information for your Raymarine Automatic Identification System AIS device Refer
21. co axial connector SeaTalkng NMEA0183 HS stripped wires NMEA0183 LS stripped wires Power stripped wires AIS silent stripped wires USB NMEA0183 AIS350 Receiver 30 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Chapter 3 AlS650 Class B transceiver Chapter contents 3 1 AlS650 Class B transceiver unit on page 32 3 2 Static data requirement on page 32 3 3 Requirements for USA amp Canada on page 33 3 4 Requirements for areas outside of USA amp Canada on page 35 3 5 Planning the installation on page 36 3 6 Cables and connections on page 39 3 7 Connections overview on page 40 3 8 GPS antenna connection on page 41 3 9 VHF connection on page 42 3 10 Multifunction display connections on page 43 3 11 AIS Silent mode connection on page 44 3 12 Power connection on page 45 3 13 USB connection on page 47 3 14 Installing proAIS2 and USB drivers on page 48 3 15 SD Card connection on page 48 3 16 Location and mounting on page 49 3 17 System checks on page 53 3 18 Diagnostics on page 55 3 19 Troubleshooting on page 55 3 20 Technical specification on page 56 AIS650 Class B transceiver 31 3 1 AIS650 Class B transceiver unit 3 2 Static data requirement The AIS transceiver needs to be correctly programmed with the following vessel data static data before use N e Vessel Maritime Mobile Service Identity MMSI number Vessel name D N Remmerine Vessel cal
22. conforms to the relevant FCC requirements Raymarine AIS transceivers comply with the Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry Canada requirements that regulate marine AIS and VHF radio usage for the US and Canada respectively Marine AIS users in the US must comply with all applicable FCC rules and regulations some of which are described in this handbook This information was current at the time this handbook was printed Up to date information including licensing requirements can be obtained on the FCC website at www fcc gov wtb marine Official FCC forms can be obtained on the FCC website at www fcc gov formpage html FCC Notice Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved in writing by Raymarine Incorporated could violate compliance with FCC rules and void the operator s authority to operate the equipment AIS650 Class B transceiver Station Licence FCC station license requirement An FCC Ship Radio Station License and Call Sign are not required for most recreational vessels travelling in US waters However you must obtain a license if your vessel travels to foreign ports Ships that use MF HF si
23. cted using both SeaTalk 9 and NMEA0183 at the same time as data conflicts could occur 2 m power data cable Pack contents The AIS350 model contains the following items Cf DA Be Ei D12086 1 en i e Document pack contains Installation instruction Support software CD ROM Warranty registration card Unpack the AIS unit carefully to prevent damage Save the carton and packing in case the unit has to be returned for service Tools required Tools required for installation D12087 1 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions m Ten AIS350 Receiver 2 3 Cables and connections General cabling guidance Cable types and length It is important to use cables of the appropriate type and length e Unless otherwise stated use only standard cables of the correct type supplied by Raymarine e Ensure that any non Raymarine cables are of the correct quality and gauge For example longer power cable runs may require larger wire gauges to minimize voltage drop along the run Routing cables Cables must be routed correctly to maximize performance and prolong cable life Do NOT bend cables excessively Wherever possible ensure a minimum bend radius of 100 mm Minimum bend x 200 mm 8 in diameter Protect all cables from physic
24. ductor to the boat s common ground 24 The preferred minimum requirement for the path to ground bonded or non bonded is via a flat tinned copper braid with a 30 A rating 1 4 inch or greater If this is not possible an equivalent stranded wire conductor may be used rated as follows e for runs of lt 1 m 3 ft use 6 mm2 10 AWG 6 mm or greater for runs of gt 1 m 3 ft use 8 mm2 8 AWG or greater In any grounding system always keep the length of connecting braid or wires as short as possible Important Do NOT connect this product to a positively grounded power system References e ISO 10133 13297 e BMEA code of practice e NMEA 0400 Connecting power The use of crimped and soldered lugs is recommended to provide optimum connection to the power source Connect your AIS unit s power cable to either a 12 V dc or 24 V dc power source as follows 1 Connect the red wire to the 5 A fuse or equivalent automatic circuit breaker to the supply positive terminal 2 Connect the black wire to the supply negative terminal AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions PWR Data 2 8 USB connection The AIS unit includes a Mini B USB port which provides PC connectivity To enable connection of the AIS unit to a PC the USB drivers supplied on the software CDROM must be installed on the PC The USB port can be used to Use of PC based charting software
25. e handbook for your multifunction display for information on using your AIS 27 2 11 Troubleshooting 2 12 Technical specification Receiver specification No power Check Waterproofing IPX2 All power connections Operating temperature range 15 C to 55 C 5 F to 131 F Check relevant fuses Storage temperature range 20 C to 75 C 4 F to 167 F That power supply is at the correct voltage 12 V or 24 V Humidity Up to 93 at 40 C 104 F Ne SCENE Nominal supply voltage 12 V to 24 V de Connections are secure throughout the system Operating voltage range 9 6 V to 31 2 V dc rated supply 20 The VHF antenna lead is securely connected 30 the AIS DATA soft key is not set to OFF LEN Refer to SeaTalk s reference Ensure the AIS layer is set to ON manual for further information Ensure displayed target types are set to ALL Fuse Breakers In line fuse No AIS data Check the NMEA and or SeaTalks output from the 2A No vessel data At the relevant Raymarine multifunction display Peak current in normal operation lt 200mA Place the cursor over the targeted vessel and ensure Average power consumption 1 multifunction displays to the transceiver input and ensure Receivers The wires are correctly connected Receiver band The baud rate for NMEA is 38400 baud Receiver band 2 Receiver sensitivity 28 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Weight 280 grams Connectors VHF Antenna SO 239
26. ed fuse or automatic circuit breaker This product must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions provided Failure to do so could result in personal injury damage to your vessel and or poor product performance RF safety notice Warning Switch off power supply BES aan Ensure the vessel s power supply is switched OFF AIS transceivers generate and radiate radio frequency RF before starting to install this product Do NOT connect electromagnetic energy EME or disconnect equipment with the power switched on unless instructed in this document Safe compass distance Warning Potential ignition source Safe compass distance is 1 meter minimum for any compass Some compass types may require greater distances To be sure you This product is NOT approved for use in should locate your AIS unit as far as possible from the compass hazardous flammable atmospheres Do NOT install in Test your compass to verify proper operation while the AIS unit is a hazardous flammable atmosphere such as in an also operating engine room or near fuel tanks Important information 7 General information Caution Cleaning When cleaning this product Do NOT wipe the display screen with a dry cloth as this could scratch the screen coating s Do NOT use abrasive or acid or ammonia based products Do NOT use a jet wash EMC installation guidelines Raymarine equipment and accessories conform to the appr
27. erproofing IPX2 GPS antenna has a clear view of the sky without any Operating temperature range 15 C to 55 C 5 F to 131 F obstructions MMSI number has been properly configured use the Storage temperature range 20 C to 75 C 4 F to 167 F proAIS application Humidity Up to 93 at 40 C 104 F u indicator is Check that Nominal supply voltage 12 V to 24 V de re The VHF antenna is properly connected and in particular Operating voltage range 9 6 V to 31 2 V de rated supply 20 it is not short circuiting to the vessel structure 30 That power supply is at the correct voltage 12 V or 24 V Peak current in normal operation The MMSI number has been properly configured use Average power consumption 1 the ProAIS application LEN Refer to SeaTalkn9 reference manual for further information Fuse Breakers In line fuse 5A Operating frequency range Channel spacing Transmitter Receiver sensitivity 56 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Connectors VHF Antenna SO 239 co axial connector GPS antenna TNC co axial connector SeaTalkn9 NMEA0183 HS stripped wires NMEA0183 LS stripped wires Power stripped wires AIS silent stripped wires SD card USB NMEA0183 Transceiver standard Class B IEC62287 1 GPS receiver specification AIS650 Class B transceiver 57 58 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Chapter 4 Technical support Chapter c
28. es in the mounting surface Secure the receiver to the surface using the two thumb nuts 4 Pole mounting If you want to pole mount the GPS antenna obtain a pole of suitable length with a 1 inch 14 TPI thread Antenna Pole mount adaptor D11642 1 1 Ensuring that the Site requirements are met securely attach the pole to a suitable secure point 2 Remove and retain the screws securing the GPS antenna from the pole mount adaptor then separate these two items 3 Screw the pole mount adaptor fully onto the pole and ensure it is secure on the pole 4 Route the antenna cable as follows i If you want to route the antenna cable directly down from the antenna option A feed it through the center of the pole mount adaptor and then down through the pole AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions ii If you want to route the antenna cable out of the side of the antenna option B remove the two plastic tabs from the cable channel then feed the cable along the channel 5 Ensuring you do not trap the cable place the GPS antenna on the pole mount adaptor so the screw holes align then secure the antenna with the 2 screws retained at step 2 AIS650 Class B transceiver 3 17 System checks Switching on When the installation is complete observe the STATUS indicator and 1 Switch on power to the AIS transceiver 2 Check that i When power is switched on the STATUS indicator flashes RED then after a few seconds
29. fore using the transceiver Areas outside of USA In areas outside of the USA use the supplied proAIS2 PC software to configure your AIS transceiver as described in the proA S2 User Manual which can be found in the proAIS2 applications help menu Checking for interference Post installation check If you have installed any system aboard a boat or made other changes to the boats electronic systems radar VHF radio etc you need to check before casting off that all electrical systems operate satisfactorily without any undue electrical interference in order to conform with Electro Magnetic Compatibility EMC regulations To do this 1 Ensuring it is safe to do so turn on all electronic systems aboard your vessel 54 2 Check that the electronic systems all operate satisfactorily Using AIS The exact method of using AIS depends on which type of Raymarine multifunction display you are using Refer to the handbook for your multifunction display for information on using your AIS AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions 3 18 Diagnostics LED Status indicator LED Status indicator The LED STATUS indicator on the transceiver provides an indication of product status fool Sete GREEN Transceiver is operating normally GREEN flash x 5 Static data configuration via SD card commenced AMBER Either This could be due to high AIS traffic or loss of GPS fix RED Fault condition Refer to the Troubleshooting section R
30. he NMEA 0183 standard operates at a number of different speeds depending upon the particular requirement or equipment capabilities Typical examples are 4800 baud rate Used for general purpose communications including FastHeading data 9600 baud rate Used for Navtex 38400 baud rate Used for AIS and other high speed applications AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions NMEA Connections You can connect your transceiver to your VHF radio set and a multifunction display using the NMEA connections on the power data cable The transceiver s power and data connector provides NMEA0183 connections at both 4800 baud and 38400 baud rates as follows masse aapna A multiplexer built into the transceiver manages both 4800 and 38400 baud rates This feature effectively Trees up an NMEA port on your multifunction display If only one NMEA0183 port exists on your equipment the multiplexer eliminates the need for a separate multiplexer Typically the NMEA0183 connections are used as follows e The 4800 baud wires connect to the appropriate points on the VHF radio or other NMEA0183 4800 baud input output device e The 38400 baud wires connect to appropriate Raymarine multifunction display The NMEA0183 port on each display connected in this manner must be set to 38400 baud Important information 13 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Chapter 2 AIS350 Receiver Chapter contents 2 1 AIS350 Receiver u
31. i Accounting for the height of an average adult 2 meters the minimum height of the antenna above the deck to meet RF exposure compliance requirements is 3 5 meters Do not operate the transceiver when anyone is within the MPE radius of the antenna unless shielded from the antenna field by a grounded metallic barrier AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Warning Maximum Permissible Exposure Failure to observe these guidelines may expose those within the maximum permissible exposure MPE radius to RF radiation absorption that exceeds the FCC MPE limit It is the radio operator s responsibility to ensure that no one comes within this radius For optimal radio performance and minimal human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy make sure the antenna is connected to the radio before transmitting located where it will be away from people located at least 1 5 meters 5 feet from the radio s main unit AIS650 Class B transceiver 3 4 Requirements for areas outside of USA amp Canada Maritime Mobile Service Identity MMSI A nine digit Maritime Mobile Service Identity MMSI number is required to operate your AIS Transceiver In some areas a radio operator licence is required before an MMSI number will be issued You can request an MMSI number from same agency that issues radio or Ship Radio licences in your area Once obtained you can program the MMSI number into your AIS Transceiver as desc
32. k SD card into your AIS units SD card reader 2 Voyage data logging shall commence The LED status indicator shall flash BLUE 2 times to indicate data logging has commenced The following data shall be logged on your SD card AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Received AIS messages e Own vessel position reports e AIS alarm conditions e AIS text messages GPS position The LED shall flash BLUE every 10 seconds when the SD card is full Note Voyage data logging shall record to the size limit of the inserted SD card Performing a software update using a SD card To perform a software update using a SD card follow the steps below 1 Copy software files to your SD card 2 Apply power to your AIS unit 3 The software update will now take place AIS650 Class B transceiver 3 16 Location and mounting Site requirements When planning the installation take the following site requirements for the AIS transceiver and GPS antenna into account AIS requirement This product is NOT approved for use in hazardous flammable atmospheres Do NOT install in a hazardous flammable atmosphere such as in an engine room or near fuel tanks The AIS unit must be fitted in a location where it is not likely to be stepped on or tripped over and which Is close enough to allow connection to the vessel s VHF with the 3 ft 1 m RF cable supplied Is at least 3 ft 1 m from an engine compass or any magnetic device
33. l sign e Vessel dimensions including AIS GPS antenna location USL C J C Status AIS650 Class B Transceiver Vessel type A A MMSI number comprises 9 digits and a full valid 9 digit value G SD usa must be entered in order to be accepted during setup Any number Ne Para sta Sesam J that does not meet these criteria will not be accepted by the system All other fields i e vessel type name etc are optional If your vessel already has an MMSI number used for a VHF DSC radio then the same MMSI number must be used to program the transceiver CA D12127 1 If a valid MMSI number is not entered the device will enter Silent Mode and will not transmit However it will still operate as a receiver Important In the United States of America the MMSI and Static Data must be entered only by a Raymarine dealer or other appropriately qualified installer of marine communications equipment on board vessels The user is NOT authorized to do this In Europe and other parts of the world outside of the United States of America the MMSI and Static Data can be set up by the user For further details refer to the requirements for the area in which you are operating 32 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions 3 3 Requirements for USA amp Canada Important information Your AIS transceiver
34. mounting the GPS antenna you can route the cable either centrally Option A or from the side of the antenna Option B 1 Use the template supplied in this handbook to mark the two 6 mm 0 25 in mounting holes O e OPTION A If the cable is going to pass through the mounting surface drill a 19 mm 0 75 in center hole e OPTION B If the cable is to be routed from the side of the receiver i e above the mounting surface remove the two plastic tabs 1 obstructing the cable channel If you do not D12043 1 1 Ensure that the intended installation site meets the conditions described under Site requirements 2 Using a pencil offer up the unit and mark the location of the screw holes on the mounting surface Drill the mounting holes using a 3 2 mm 1 8 drill bit 4 Part fit the screws 6 AIS650 Class B transceiver 51 52 remove these tabs before using the cable channel you could damage the cable 4 Top view D11638 1 Underside view Screw the two mounting studs 2 into the underside of the receiver Stick the supplied gasket 3 to the mounting surface ensuring that the holes on the gasket correspond with the drilled holes Route the cable as follows For Option A feed the cable down through the center hole For Option B route the cable along the cable exit channel Carefully place the receiver so the mounting studs pass through the hol
35. n Always protect the power supply by connecting the red positive wire to the supply via a 2 A fuse or equivalent automatic circuit breaker Sharing a breaker Where more than 1 piece of equipment shares a breaker you must provide protection for the individual circuits E g by connecting an in line fuse for each power circuit VE bar VE bar Where possible connect individual items of equipment to individual circuit breakers Where this not possible use individual in line fuses to provide the necessary protection Circuit breaker 0 o e D11637 1 23 Warning Product grounding Before applying power to this product ensure it has been correctly grounded in accordance with the instructions in this guide Grounding The following requirements apply when grounding Raymarine equipment which does not have a dedicated drain wire or shield Common ground point The negative wire must be connected to a bonded common ground point i e with the ground point connected to battery negative and situated as close as possible to the battery negative terminal Oma D11705 1 1 Power cable to display 2 Bonded common ground connection 3 Battery Implementation If several items require grounding they may be first be connected to a single local point e g within a switch panel with this point connected via a single appropriately rated con
36. n site meets the conditions described under Site requirements 2 Using a pencil offer up the unit and mark the location of the screw holes on the mounting surface 3 Drill the mounting holes using a 3 2 mm 1 8 drill bit 4 Part fit the screws 5 Place the unit over the screws and move unit down to lock in position 6 Fully tighten the screws AIS350 Receiver 2 10 System checks Switching on When powered on the LED Status indicator shall be bright green and will toggle to dim when messages are received When the installation is complete observe the STATUS indicator and 1 Switch on power to the AIS receiver 2 Check that i When powered on the LED Status indicator shall be bright GREEN and will toggle to dim GREEN when messages are received Checking for interference Post installation check If you have installed any system aboard a boat or made other changes to the boats electronic systems radar VHF radio etc you need to check before casting off that all electrical systems operate satisfactorily without any undue electrical interference in order to conform with Electro Magnetic Compatibility EMC regulations To do this 1 Ensuring it is safe to do so turn on all electronic systems aboard your vessel 2 Check that the electronic systems all operate satisfactorily Using AIS The exact method of using AIS depends on which type of Raymarine multifunction display you are using Refer to th
37. ngle side band radio satellite communications or telegraphy must be licensed by the FCC You can obtain a Station License by filing FCC Form 605 which is available from the FCC website listed above Operator License FCC operator license requirement An Operator License is not required to operate a Class B AIS Transceiver within US territorial waters However a license is required to operate the transceiver if you dock in a foreign port including Canada and Mexico or leave a foreign port to dock in a US port You can request a Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit from the FCC by filing Form 753 Industry Canada Industry Canada license requirement You do not need a license to operate this product within sovereign waters of Canada or the US You will need a license to operate this radio outside of Canada or the US To obtain Industry Canada licensing information contact the nearest field or regional office or write Industry Canada Radio Regulatory Branch Attention DOSP 300 Slater Street Ottawa Ontario Canada KIA OC8 33 AIS650 Certification details The following information about the radio is required to complete license applications Industry Canada Certification Number 1C 4069B AIS650 e FCC Type Number FCC PJ5 AIS650 FCC Type Accepted Parts 15 and 80 Output Power 2 Watts e Modulation GMSK e Frequency Range 156 025 MHz to 162 025 MHz Maritime Mobile Service Identity MMSI A nine digi
38. nit on page 16 2 2 Planning the installation on page 16 2 3 Cables and connections on page 19 2 4 Connections overview on page 20 2 5 VHF connection on page 21 2 6 Multifunction display connections on page 22 2 7 Power connection on page 23 2 8 USB connection on page 25 2 9 Location and mounting on page 26 2 10 System checks on page 27 2 11 Troubleshooting on page 28 2 12 Technical specification on page 28 AIS350 Receiver 15 2 1 AIS350 Receiver unit C a RA NT REMMEN sus AIS350 Receiver lrag USB N L N N J N PWRiData STI VHF ANT gni D12126 1 2 2 Planning the installation Installation checklist Installation includes the following activities AIS350 system The following illustrations show examples of AIS350 systems AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Simple system example Extended system example i jes o 12V 24V SeaTalkng SeaTalkng 12V 24V NMEA0183 4800 D12084 1 fem Tosi D12085 1 fer Toe AIS350 receiver unit Multifunction display Vessel s existing GPS antenna fe Vessel s existing GPS antenna AIS350 Receiver 17 Note It is not recommended that a multifunction display is conne
39. ntenna supplied with AIS650 transceiver Vessel s existing GPS antenna Vessel s existing GPS antenna AIS650 Class B transceiver 37 Note A Multifunction display connected to the AIS transceiver cannot use the GPS which is connected to the GPS connection on AIS unit Pack contents The AIS650 model contains the following items O D Raymarine a status AIS650 Class B Transceiver le Qum oe FE D12096 1 38 Document pack containing Installation instruction Support software CDROM e Warranty registration card SeaTalkn9 Dust cap 1 m SeaTalkn9 spur cable Unpack the unit and GPS carefully to prevent damage Save the carton and packing in case the unit has to be returned for service fn CT E jane Cs eS AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Tools required Tools required for installation D12087 1 fe Toei AIS650 Class B transceiver 3 6 Cables and connections General cabling guidance Cable types and length It is important to use cables of the appropriate type and length e Unless otherwise stated use only standard cables of the correct type supplied by Raymarine e Ensure that any non Raymarine cables are of the correct quality and gauge For example longer power cable runs may
40. ompatible products SeaTalk s 5 m 16 4 ft A06036 backbone Backbone Kit A25062 Includes 2x5m 164 ft Backbone cable 1 x 20 m 65 6 ft Backbone cable 4 x T piece 2 x Backbone terminator 1xPower cable SeaTalkn9 0 4 m 1 3 ft A06038 spur SeaTalkn9 20 m 65 6 ft A06037 backbone SeaTalk 9 to bare ends A06043 1m 3 3 ft spur SeaTalk s to bare ends A06044 E 3 m 9 8 ft spur SeaTalk 9 to SeaTalk2 A06048 0 4 m 1 3 ft spur SeaTalk 9 Power cable A06049 SeaTalk g Terminator A06031 SeaTalkn9 T piece A06028 Provides 1 x spur connection SeaTalk s 5 way A06064 Provides 3 x spur connector connections SeaTalk1 to SeaTalkng E22158 converter SeaTalkn9 1 m 3 3 ft A06039 spur BEER SeaTalkn9 Inline A80001 terminator SeaTalkn9 3 m 9 8 ft A06040 spur SeaTalkn9 5 m 16 4 ft A06041 spur SeaTalkn9 0 4 m 1 3 ft A06033 backbone SeaTalkn9 1 m 3 3 ft A06034 backbone SeaTalkn9 3 m 9 8 ft A06035 backbone 62 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions SeaTalkn9 Blanking plug A06032 5 2 Spares and accessories The following spares are available for the AIS receiver transceiver R32161 GPS antenna passive with 10 m coaxial cable AIS650 only R32162 2 m power Data cable Options and accessories 63 Owner notes Owner notes 64 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Raymarine FLIR COMPANY www raymarine com CE
41. ontents 4 1 Raymarine customer support on page 60 Technical support 59 4 1 Raymarine customer support Raymarine provides a comprehensive customer support service You can contact customer support through the Raymarine website telephone and email If you are unable to resolve a problem please use any of these facilities to obtain additional help Web support Please visit the customer support area of our website at www raymarine com This contains Frequently Asked Questions servicing information e mail access to the Raymarine Technical Support Department and details of worldwide Raymarine agents Telephone and email support In the USA e Tel 1 603 881 5200 extension 2444 Email Raymarine custhelp com In the UK Europe the Middle East or Far East Tel 44 0 23 9271 4713 Email ukproduct support raymarine com Product information If you need to request service please have the following information to hand e Product name Product identity Serial number Software application version You can obtain this product information using the menus within your product 60 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Chapter 5 Options and accessories Chapter contents 5 1 SeaTalkn9 cables and accessories on page 62 5 2 Spares and accessories on page 63 Options and accessories 61 5 1 SeaTalk 9 cables and accessories Description Part No SeaTalkrs cables and accessories for use with c
42. opriate Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC regulations to minimize electromagnetic interference between equipment and minimize the effect such interference could have on the performance of your system Correct installation is required to ensure that EMC performance is not compromised For optimum EMC performance we recommend that wherever possible e Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are At least 1 m 3 ft from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals e g VHF radios cables and antennas In the case of SSB radios the distance should be increased to 7 ft 2 m More than 2 m 7 ft from the path of a radar beam A radar beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element e The product is supplied from a separate battery from that used for engine start This is important to prevent erratic behavior and data loss which can occur if the engine start does not have a separate battery e Raymarine specified cables are used e Cables are not cut or extended unless doing so is detailed in the installation manual Note Where constraints on the installation prevent any of the above recommendations always ensure the maximum possible separation between different items of electrical equipment to provide the best conditions for EMC performance throughout the installation Suppression ferrites Raymarine cables may be fitted with suppression ferrite
43. require larger wire gauges to minimize voltage drop along the run Routing cables Cables must be routed correctly to maximize performance and prolong cable life Do NOT bend cables excessively Wherever possible ensure a minimum bend radius of 100 mm Minimum bend x 200 mm 8 in diameter Protect all cables from physical damage and exposure to heat Use trunking or conduit where possible Do NOT run cables through bilges or doorways or close to moving or hot objects e Secure cables in place using tie wraps or lacing twine Coil any extra cable and tie it out of the way e Where a cable passes through an exposed bulkhead or deckhead use a Suitable watertight feed through Do NOT run cables near to engines or fluorescent lights 39 Always route data cables as far away as possible from other equipment and cables high current carrying ac and dc power lines antennae Strain relief Ensure adequate strain relief is provided Protect connectors from strain and ensure they will not pull out under extreme sea conditions Circuit isolation Appropriate circuit isolation is required for installations using both AC and DC current Always use isolating transformers or a separate power inverter to run PC s processors displays and other sensitive electronic instruments or devices Always use an isolating transformer with Weather FAX audio cables Always use
44. ribed in the documentation on the CDROM supplied with your product Antenna Mounting amp EME Exposure For optimal radio performance and minimal human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy make sure the antenna is connected to the radio before transmitting properly mounted located where it will be away from people located at least 1 5 metres 5 feet from the radio s main unit List of Countries In the European Union your AIS transceiver may be used in the following countries Austria Liechtenstein Belgium Lithuania Bulgaria Luxembourg Cyprus Malta Czech Republic Netherlands 35 Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Latvia 36 Norway Poland Portugal Romania Slovakia Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland Turkey United Kingdom 3 5 Planning the installation Installation checklist Installation includes the following activities AIS650 system The following illustrations show examples of AIS650 systems AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Simple system example Extended system example CITI TT TTD 12V 24V SeaTalkng NMEA0183 4800 SeaTalkng D12095 1 fe Tosco 12V 24V CE E ee Ay antenna GPS antenna supplied with AIS650 transceiver VHF Radio VHF Splitter Not supplied AIS650 transceiver unit GPS a
45. s These are important for correct EMC performance If a ferrite has to be removed for any purpose e g installation or maintenance it must be replaced in the original position before the product is used Use only ferrites of the correct type supplied by Raymarine authorized dealers Connections to other equipment Requirement for ferrites on non Raymarine cables If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine a suppression ferrite MUST always be attached to the cable near the Raymarine unit Declaration of conformity Raymarine Ltd declares that this product is compliant with the essential requirements of EMC directive 2004 108 EC The original Declaration of Conformity certificate may be viewed on the relevant product page at www raymarine com AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Product disposal Dispose of this product in accordance with the WEEE Directive A mgs The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive requires the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment Whilst the WEEE Directive does not apply to some Raymarine products we support its policy and ask you to be aware of how to dispose of this product Warranty registration To register your Raymarine product ownership please visit www raymarine com and register online It is important that you register your product to receive full warranty benefits Your unit pa
46. t Maritime Mobile Service Identity MMSI number is required to operate the AIS transceiver Note You can request an MMSI number from the FCC when you apply for a Station License If your vessel does not require a license you may obtain an MMSI by contacting BoatUS www boatus com Once obtained you can program the MMSI number into your AIS device as described in the documentation accompanying the transceiver 34 Programming the MMSI amp static data Important In the United States of America it is a violation of the rules of the Federal Communications Commission to input an MMSI that has not been properly assigned to the end user or to otherwise input any inaccurate data in this device The MMSI and Static Data must be entered only by a Raymarine dealer or other appropriately qualified installer of marine communications equipment on board vessels Instructions for entering the MMSI and static data are given in the documentation on the CDROM supplied with the AIS transceiver Once static data has been programmed you must not change it If the information programmed is no longer correct contact the Raymarine help desk or the dealer or retailer from whom you purchased the transceiver to arrange reprogramming Antenna Mounting amp EME Exposure This system has a Maximum Permissible Exposure MPE Radius of 1 5 meters per OET Bulletin 65 assuming the maximum power of the radio and antennas with a maximum gain of 3 dB
47. t been scraped off by being squeezed through a tight area 20 2 4 Connections overview The receiver has the following connection types I C3 Remmerine tatus AIS350 Receiver_ 7 0 USL Ie D12088 1 Power NMEA0183 4800 amp 38400 baud AIS Silent Carry out the following procedures to connect up you receiver e Connecting VHF e Connecting to Multifunction display e Connecting power Note With the USB cover open the unit will not be water resistant AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions 2 5 VHF connection Connect up your AIS unit to your vessel s VHF connections by following the steps found under Connecting RF and Connecting NMEA0183 low baud rate below Connecting RF 1 Connect a dedicated VHF antenna directly to the VHF antenna connector on your AIS unit or 2 Using a VHF splitter not included link your AIS unit into the ships existing VHF radio set and antenna following the instructions provided with the VHF splitter Connecting NMEA0183 low baud rate Connect the AIS unit s 4800 baud NMEA0183 bus to the vessel s VHF radio as follows 1 Identify the 4800 baud NMEA0183 wires on the AIS units power data cable 2 Identify the 4800 baud NMEA0183 wires on your VHF set 3 Connect the wires as shown below AIS350 Receiver
48. tion instructions ensuring that the option to install USB drivers is selected when presented 4 Once installed the AIS unit can be connected to the PC The USB drivers will be installed automatically and the AIS unit will appear as a new COM port device 5 Launch proAlS2 by navigating to the proAIS2 folder accessible from the start menu 6 The proAlS2 user manual is available from the help menu from within the application 48 3 15 SD Card connection The AIS unit includes a multimedia card reader which allows connection of a SD card up to 2GB in size A SD card can be used to e Configure static vessel data Voyage data logging Perform software update Configuring static data Your dealer or installer may provide a SD card containing static vessel configuration data for your AIS unit To configure using the SD card follow the steps below 1 Place the SD card loaded with configuration data for your AIS unit into the SD card slot 2 Power on the AIS unit The unit will startup in configuration mode 3 Upon successful completion the LED status indicator shall flash GREEN 5 times and the configuration file shall be erased from the SD card 4 Voyage data recording will commence automatically upon completion of configuration process 5 Ifthe configuration fails the LED status indicator shall flash RED 5 times Recording voyage data To record voyage data to SD card follow the steps below 1 Insert a blan
49. to the proA S2 User Manual and the operating manual for your Raymarine Multifunction Display for instructions on how to configure and operate your AIS system All documents are available to download as PDFs from www raymarine com AIS overview Your AIS device uses digital radio signals to exchange real time information between vessels shore based stations or aids to navigation ATONs on dedicated VHF frequencies This information is used to identify and track vessels in the surrounding area and to provide fast automatic and accurate collision avoidance data Although AIS augments your radar application by operating in radar blind spots and detecting smaller AlS fitted vessels it does not replace radar as it relies on receiving transmitted AIS information and therefore cannot detect objects such as landmasses and navigational beacons NEVER assume that AIS is displaying information from all vessels in the area because Not all vessels are fitted with AIS Although it is mandatory for larger commercial vessels to carry AIS it is not mandatory to use it AIS should be used only to augment radar information not substitute it Warning AIS limitation Never assume that your AIS is detecting all vessels in the area Always exercise due prudence and do not use AIS as a substitute for sound navigational judgement Classes of AIS The AIS350 is a receiver that receives messages from vessels land base stations or
50. tor ii Connect using a SeaTalk 9 T Piece connector iii Connect using a spare SeaTalkng spur on a SeaTalkn9 converter D12091 1 44 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Signal Description Light Green AIS Silent 1 Run cable from switch location to AIS unit 2 Crimp or solder wire connections to the switch 3 Crimp or solder switch wires to the orange and light green AIS silent wires on the power data cable 4 Ensure cables are adequately shielded AIS650 Class B transceiver 3 12 Power connection Power supply protection Always protect the power supply by connecting the red positive wire to the supply via a 5 A fuse or equivalent automatic circuit breaker Sharing a breaker Where more than 1 piece of equipment shares a breaker you must provide protection for the individual circuits E g by connecting an in line fuse for each power circuit VE bar VE bar Where possible connect individual items of equipment to individual circuit breakers Where this not possible use individual in line fuses to provide the necessary protection Circuit breaker 0 o 0 D11637 1 45 Warning Product grounding Before applying power to this product ensure it has been correctly grounded in accordance with the instructions in this guide Grounding The following requirements apply when grounding Raymarine equipment
51. when connected to AIS e Perform software update Installing USB drivers D12123 1 ten uso Tomenpien Prior to connecting the AIS to A PC the USB drivers must first be installed To install follow the steps below 1 Insert the supplied CDROM and navigate to the USB drivers folder g gt M Double click on the setup exe file to launch the installer Follow the on screen installation instructions to complete installation 4 Once installed the AIS unit can be connected to the PC The USB drivers will be installed automatically and the AIS will appear as a new COM port device 5 Select the AIS COM port and a baud rate of 38400 in PC based navigation software to make use of the AIS data Note If the USB connection is removed from the PC during use you must reset the connection before further use To reset the connection disconnect then reapply power to the AIS before closing and re launching any PC applications using the USB connection Finally reconnect the USB cable between the PC and AIS unit AIS350 Receiver 25 2 9 Location and mounting Unit dimensions Site requirements FT SQ ir When planning the installation take the following site requirements o f into account INI Ra
52. will track satellites C AIS650 Class B Transceiver and provide stable data N As far as possible at least 1 m 3 ft from other antennae and oO Cos use D D l NU electronic equipment K T DO LL v GA E Do NOT mount the antenna a In any area where it could be stepped on or tripped over z A Up a mast This will cause the antenna to swing and give B 7 F significant errors in position data D12045 1 In the direct path of a radar beam 20 3 mm 0 8 in 99 5 mm 3 92 in 54 mm 2 12 in 50 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Mounting 5 Place the unit over the screws and move unit down to lock in Fitting the AIS unit E ming the uni 6 Fully tighten the screws Note To ensure water resistance the unit must be mounted FR To fit the GPS antenna Note If you are fitting the AIS unit to fiberglass that has a gelcoat 1 Select a suitable location for the GPS antenna as described surface overdrill the surface to prevent the gelcoat from damage under Site requirements when securing the screws Before drilling the pilot holes hand drill the marked locations with an oversized bit and countersink to approximately 9 5mm 3 8in diameter 2 Fit your GPS antenna using either the Surface mounting or Pole mounting procedure as appropriate 3 Ensuring the conditions in Running cables are fulfilled run the GPS antenna cable to the AIS transceiver Surface mounting When surface
53. yimakine AN LU AIS requirement asus AIS350 Receiver S This product is NOT approved for use in hazardous flammable D N C atmospheres Do NOT install in a hazardous flammable atmosphere G a i D j such as in an engine room or near fuel tanks NS J la Y The AIS unit must be fitted in a location where it is not likely to be L it al S stepped on or tripped over and which A Is close enough to allow connection to the vessel s VHF with the lt B F 3 ft 1 m RF cable supplied D12042 1 Is at least 3 ft 1 m from an engine compass or any magnetic device Has at least 6 in 100 mm of clear space below to allow access i A for cabling and adequate cable bends 167 mm 6 57 in Is maintained at a temperature between 15 C 5 F and 55 C i 50 mm 1 95 in 130 F 20 3 mm 0 8 in 3 99 5 mm 3 92 in Samm 2 120 Mounting Fitting the AIS unit Note To ensure water resistance the unit must be mounted vertically with the connectors facing down 26 AIS350 AIS650 Installation instructions Note If you are fitting the AIS unit to fiberglass that has a gelcoat surface overdrill the surface to prevent the gelcoat from damage when securing the screws Before drilling the pilot holes hand drill the marked locations with an oversized bit and countersink to approximately 9 5mm 3 8in diameter CO D12043 1 1 Ensure that the intended installatio
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