Alltek Marine Electronics CAMINO-101 Class B AIS Transponder User Manual 1

Alltek Marine Electronics Corporation Class B AIS Transponder 1

Users Manual

I
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DISCLAIMER
AMEC is devoted to publish and maintain this product manual. As we continue to improve
our AIS products to satisfy all customers‟ needs, information in this document is subject to
change without notice. AMEC does not make any representations or warranties (implied or
otherwise) regarding the accuracy and completeness of this document and shall in no event be
liable for any loss of profit or any commercial damage, including but not limited to special,
incidental, consequential, or other damage.
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Version 1.3.3
II
FOR USERS IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ONLY
WARNING: 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 entry of static data into this device shall be performed by the vendor of
the device or by an appropriately qualified person in the business of installing
marine communications equipment on board vessels.
Instructions on how to accurately enter and confirm static data in the device
can be found in Section 3.3 of this user manual.
The equipment said in this manual must only be used to which it was designed. Improper
operation or installation may cause damage to the equipment or injury to personnel. AMEC will
not incur any liability of equipment damage or personal injury due to improper use or
installation of the equipment. It is strongly recommended to read this manual and the following
safety instructions before proceeding to installation or operation.
WARNING!
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID-FILLED
CONTAINER ON TOP OF THE
EQUIPMENT.
Electrical shocks could be resulted if the
device is contaminated with liquid.
TURN OFF THE POWER
IMMEDIATELY IF THE EQUIPMENT IS
EMMITTING SMOKE OR FIRE.
Continue operating the equipment could
cause electrical shock or fire. Contact
your nearest distributor for service.
EVEN THOUGH THE EQUIPMENT IS
WATERPROOF, PLEASE AVOID
DIRECT CONTACT WITH RAIN OR
SPLASHING WATER.
Electrical shock or fire could be resulted
if water leaks into the equipment.
III
FORWARD
Congratulations on the purchase of your new CAMINO-101 Automatic Identification
System (hereinafter called “AIS”). No matter where you sail now, you can have a better control
of your surrounding sea, and have an enjoyable voyage.
Camino-101 AIS is strictly tested to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environment.
Unless improper use, installation, or maintenance, the equipment should function properly at its
optimum.
We thank you for choosing our product and we wish you a bon voyage.
Table of Contents
I. COPY RIGHT & DISCLAIMER
II. WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTION
III. FORWARD
Pages
1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 CAMINO-101 Overview.............................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Type of AIS ................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 AIS Message Type ...................................................................................................................... 2
1.4 AIS Report Rate .......................................................................................................................... 3
1.5 About this Manual ...................................................................................................................... 3
1.6 Important Notice ......................................................................................................................... 3
2 INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 General .......................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1.1 Safety Instructions ......................................................................................................... 4
2.1.2 Unpacking and Handling the Unit............................................................................... 5
2.1.3 Items in the Package ...................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Installation Procedure ............................................................................................................... 6
2.2.1 Installation Precautions ................................................................................................ 6
2.2.2 Step by Step Installation Instructions ....................................................................... 7
2.2.3 Connector Pin Definition and Wiring ....................................................................... 10
2.2.4 VHF Antenna Installation ............................................................................................ 13
2.2.5 GPS Antennas Installation ......................................................................................... 14
2.2.6 Antenna Cabling ............................................................................................................ 14
2.2.7 CAMINO-101 External Connections ......................................................................... 15
2.2.8 AMEC AIS Configuration Software Installation ..................................................... 16
2.3 AMEC AIS Viewer Software Installation ............................................................................. 20
2.4 Bluetooth Pairing (Optional Feature) .................................................................................. 23
3 GET STARTED ................................................................................................................................... 24
3.1 Turning Power ON / OFF ........................................................................................................ 24
3.2 Front Panel LED Indicators ................................................................................................... 25
3.2.1 Built-in Integrity Test (BIIT) ........................................................................................ 26
3.3 CAMINO-101 Configuration Settings .................................................................................. 27
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4 AMEC AIS VIEWER DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................. 34
4.1 RS-232 Serial Port Selection ................................................................................................. 34
4.2 Running AMEC AIS Viewer .................................................................................................... 35
4.3 Display Indications .................................................................................................................. 37
4.3.1 Block 1: Screen View ................................................................................................... 38
4.3.2 Block 2: Main Menu ...................................................................................................... 41
4.3.3 Block 3: Own ship’s position information .............................................................. 49
4.3.4 Block 4: Ship List .......................................................................................................... 50
4.3.5 Block 5: Ship Details Information ............................................................................. 51
5 APPENDIX ........................................................................................................................................... 54
5.1 Product Specifications ........................................................................................................... 54
5.2 Dimensions ................................................................................................................................ 57
5.3 Accessories ............................................................................................................................... 59
5.4 Trouble Shooting ...................................................................................................................... 59
5.4.1 Diagnosis by LED Indicators ..................................................................................... 59
5.4.2 Problem Analysis .......................................................................................................... 60
6 AMEC WORLD WIDE WARRANTY ............................................................................................... 62
7 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................................................................................ 65
8 ABBREVIATIONS .............................................................................................................................. 65
9 INDEX ................................................................................................................................................... 66
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 CAMINO-101 Overview
The CAMINO-101 is a Class B AIS transponder using carrier-sense TDMA (CSTDMA)
technology. It is designed to inter-operable and compatible with Class A or other Class B ship
borne mobile AIS stations or any other AIS station operating on the AIS VHF data link.
CAMINO-101 AIS uses marine VHF channels with frequency set universally from 156.025
MHz to 162.025 MHz. Having CAMINO-101 AIS on board, not only can you monitor the status
of the vessels in the surrounding area, but also receive the dynamic information (position,
speed, SOG, and etc.), static information (ship name, MMSI, call sign, and etc.), and voyage
related information (cargo type, destination, and etc.) from any vessels equipped with AIS. An
external computer installing with AMEC AIS Viewer software or a similar compatible device is
required in order to view the AIS information above mentioned.
CAMINO-101 AIS is one of the cutting-edge navigational aid equipment allowing real-time
information exchanges within AIS network. It is also capable of integrating with other maritime
systems such as Electronic Chart System (hereinafter called “ECS”) for various maritime
navigation applications.
CAMINO-101 is designed with 2 RF receivers and 1 RF transmitter. One of the RF
receivers is time-shared between AIS and DSC. On the front panel, CAMINO-101 equips with 3
LED indicators. At rear panel, CAMINO-101 equips with 1 VHF antenna connector, 1 GPS
antenna connector, 1 optional Bluetooth connector and antenna, 1 NMEA interface connector, 1
RS232 interface connector, 1 power connector, and 1 power switch.
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*NOTE: The CAMINO-101 is an equipment to be used in protected environmental conditions. It
is not intended to expose to rain or spray longer than minute.
1.2 Type of AIS
There are mainly two types of AIS transponder: Class A and Class B. The intended nature
of these AIS systems in navigations is different as illustrated in the following table. CAMINO-101
is a Class B AIS transponder.
Table 1-2 Type of AIS
Class A AIS
Transmits and receives AIS signal in SOTDMA protocols.
Intended for vessels meeting the IMO AIS carriage requirements.
It is mandatory for all commercial vessels that exceed 300 tons to be
equipped with Class A AIS.
Class B AIS
Transmits and receives AIS signal in CSTDMA protocols.
Not necessarily in accord with IMO AIS carriage requirements.
It is not mandatory for vessels to be equipped with Class B AIS.
Suitable for recreational vessels or fishing boats, in enhancing its safety at
sea.
1.3 AIS Message Type
The CAMINO-101 transmits following message types.
Table 1-3 CAMINO-101 AIS message type
Type of Message
Data Details
Static Data
Maritime Mobile Service Identity number (“MMSI”)
Call sign and name
Type of ship
Length and beam
GPS Antenna location
Dynamic Data
Position of the vessel
Course Over Ground (hereinafter called “COG”)
Speed Over Ground (hereinafter called “SOG”)
Heading
Dynamic Reports
Speed of the ship
Status of the ship
SRM
Alarm
Safety
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1.4 AIS Report Rate
The CAMINO-101 supports following report rate in accordance to ITU-R M.1371 and IEC
62287-1.
Table 1-4 CAMINO-101 AIS report rate
Platforms Condition
Nominal
Reporting Interval
Class B Ship-borne mobile equipment not moving faster than 2 knots
3 Minutes
Class B Ship-borne mobile equipment moving faster than 2 knots
30 Seconds
Report rate by command of VTS
5 Seconds highest
1.5 About this Manual
The manual contains installation instructions and operating information for CAMINO-101.
While most of the installation can be performed by the owner or the crew, a final commissioning
can be done by your local agent/dealer where needed or required. AMEC and the local
agent/dealer will not bear any responsibilities over any damages resulted in improper installation
by unauthorized agent/dealer.
1.6 Important Notice
The intended use of the AMEC CAMINO-101 AIS is to enhance the safety of vessels at
sea. However, a few points must be noted as below,
Any AIS cannot guarantee in monitoring and receiving signals from all vessels in the
surroundings unless those vessels equip with AIS device.
It is important to note that the AIS is designed for the purpose of anti-collision and is serves
as a compliment to navigation. It is not navigational equipment and does not replace any
navigational system installed on board.
Although AIS is operated automatically by itself, the owner or the crew on the vessel
should still maintain a proper lookout for the surroundings. While the AIS is capable of
setting alarm of Distance to Closest Point of Approach (hereinafter called “CPA”) and Time
to the Closest Point of Approach (hereinafter called “TCPA”), vessel owner or the crew
should be aware of the fact that there are vessels that are not equipped with AIS, and this
function will not apply on these vessels.
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WARNING
Warning
注意
Incorrect data and information entered into the AIS is considered as erroneous information.
Erroneous information or improper configuration will cause risk to other vessels and the
own vessel when these information are transmitted. Users must be aware of this risk and
make sure that all the information entered into the system is correct and up to date.
2 INSTALLATION
2.1 General
2.1.1 Safety Instructions
Before proceeding with installation, take note of the following safety instructions and read
through this installation manual carefully.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Do not open the case of the
equipment. Only qualified
personnel could work on the
interior of the equipment.
WARNING
TURN OFF THE POWER BEFORE
PROCEEDING WITH INSTALLATION.
Proceeding with installation with the
power on could cause electrical shock or
fire.
AVOID INSTALLING THE EQUIPMENT
WHERE THERE IS DIRECT CONTACT
WITH RAIN OR SPLASHING WATER.
Electrical shock or fire could be resulted
if water leaks into the equipment.
FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION
MANUAL TO PROCEED WITH THE
INSTALLATION.
AMEC and your local agent/dealer will
not bear any responsibility of
equipment damage or personnel injury
due to improper installation.
Warning Label
A warning label (Figure 2-1-1) is
attached underneath the equipment.
Warranty of the equipment will be
invalid if this label is detached or
broken. AMEC and your local
agent/dealer will not bear any
responsibility of any damage to the
equipment, or damage in related to the
equipment, personnel injury, and etc.
Reject the equipment if this label is
detached or broken. Please contact
your local agent/dealer if this label is
missing.
MAKE SURE THE POWER SOURCE
AND THE POWER INPUT OF THE
EQUIPMENT ARE COMPATIBLE.
Damage to the equipment and fire could
be resulted if the power sources are not
correct. Please check the correct power
input on the adaptor.
Figure 2-1-1 Warning label
Name: Warning Label
No Warranty if this label is
detached or broken.
保固撕毁无效
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2.1.2 Unpacking and Handling the Unit
2.1.3 Items in the Package
The CAMINO-101 is typically delivered with standard package as shown in Table 2-1-3-1.
It is also illustrated in Figure 2-1-3 (except viewer CD and manual). Table 2-1-3-2 also shows
optional accessories available from AMEC.
Table 2-1-3-1 Standard equipment list
No.
Description
Product Code
Qty
1
CAMINO-101 Class B AIS main unit
CAMINO-101
1
2
Manual
AIS-MNL-B101-E
1
3
Installation Kit
Power Cable, 1.5m, AWG 18
M-ACC-CAB-338-002-
0001
1
NMEA 0183 interface cable, 1.5m
ACC-CAB-WA-733A
1
RS-232 interface cable, 1.2m
ACC-CAB-002
1
M6×20 Screws
ASM-SCR-M6×20
4
4
Software CD: AMEC AIS Configuration & AMEC AIS
Viewer
CAMINO-101 SW CD
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*NOTE: (1) AMEC would not be able to fully ensure overall product performance if longer cable
length other than the above specified length is used.
(2) If an extension power cable is required, use large gauge cable to minimize voltage
drops.
Unpack the product
on a flat and level
surface.
Move and handle
with cautious. Do
not drop or bump.
Unpack the box
with the “this side
up” sign facing up.
Visual inspection
should be taken on
the box to see if it is
intact.
Take extra caution
if requiring sharp
object to unpack.
1
2
3
4
5
6
After unpacked,
check if all the
accessories and unit
are included.
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2.1.3.1 Optional Supply
Table 2-1-3-2 Optional equipment list
No.
Description
Remarks
1
VHF Antenna
--
2
GPS Antenna
10m cable included
3
VHF Antenna Cable
10m
*NOTE: AMEC would not be able to fully ensure overall product performance if longer cable
length other than the above specified length is used.
2.2 Installation Procedure
2.2.1 Installation Precautions
Figure 2-1-3 Package items
Do not place or
install the
equipment near
any generator or
engine.
5
Do not place or
install the
equipment
beneath or near
any container that
filled with water or
liquid.
3
Do not place or
install the
equipment
where it is easily
tripped, stepped
on, or kicked at.
4
Installation
should proceed in
a safe
environment and
does not have
direct contact with
rain or splashing
water.
1
When installation is
completed, please
remember to key in
own ship’s MMSI
data and related
information
through AMEC AIS
Configuration
software. Please
refer to Section 3.3.
6
If it is required to
use a ladder to
install the
equipment, take
extra caution and
be careful of
falling down.
2
1. CAMINO-101 x1
2. Power Cable x1
3. Interface Cable
NMEA 0183 x1
4. Interface Cable
RS-232 x1
5. M6 x 20 (x4)
6. Bluetooth antenna (Optional)
1.
3.
2.
5.
4.
6.
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2.2.2 Step by Step Installation Instructions
AMEC CAMINO-101 can be installed and mounted on flat surface, or it can be hung on the
wall as shown below.
Wall Mounting
Figure 2-2-2-1 Installation overview
Table Stand Mounting
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I. Installation Instructions
Step 1:
Place CAMINO-101 on the
desired spot for installing.
(Refer to figure 2-2-2-2)
Figure 2-2-2-2 Installation instruction
Step 2:
Use the 4 M6 × 20 screws
in the accessories box to
screw into the hole.
(Refer to figure 2-2-2-2)
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*NOTE: CAMINO-101 SUPPLIES ONLY 3.3V FOR GPS ANTENNA. PLEASE NOTED WHEN
CONNECTING WITH A 5V GPS ANTENNA WOULD CAUSE SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE.
AN AMEC GPS ANTENNA IS HIGHLY SUGGESTED.
Step 3:
II. Cabling Instructions
Step 1:
Connect the GPS cable
to the GPS ANT *
5
Step 2:
Connect the VHF cable
to the VHF ANT .
6
Connect NMEA 0183
compatible system to the
NMEA interface .
4
Figure 2-2-2-3 Cabling instructions
GPS Antenna
Connector:
Female TNC
type
1
5
3
6
2
VHF Antenna
Connector: M
Jack
Power
RS-232
NMEA 0183
Step 4:
Connect either RS-232
or Bluetooth antenna to
your computer if needed.
* DO NOT CONNECT
THE TWO
INTERFACES
SIMULTANEOUSLY.
Step 6:
Connect the Power cable
to the PWR .
1
Step 5:
Pairing Bluetooth to your
computer if needed.
(Please refer to 2.7).
4
Bluetooth (Optional)
Step 7:
Open the CAMINO-101by
switching to “ON”
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7
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2.2.3 Connector Pin Definition and Wiring
2.2.3.1 Power Connector
A red wire and a white wire are included in the power cable.
Pin
Wire Color
Name
Function
1
-
-
-
2
Black
GND
Power Ground
3
Red
PWR
Positive ();
the input should be 24V DC
2.2.3.2 NMEA 0183 Connector
The wiring details of the NMEA cable are listed below.
Pin
Wire color
Name
Function
1
Brown
RXP
Positive(); NMEA0183 Data input
2
Blue
RXN
Negative (); NMEA0183 Data input
3
White
TXP
Positive(); NMEA0183 Data output
4
Green
TXN
Negative (); NMEA0183 Data output
5
/
/
/
6
Red
/
Reserved
7
Purple
/
Reserved
8
/
/
/
Table 2-2-3-1 Power wiring details
Table 2-2-3-2 NMEA 0183 wiring details
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NMEA 0183 Wiring
Refer to the following wiring method for the external NMEA device with NMEA 0183
interface or RS-422.
*NOTE: Please make sure the external device is fully NMEA 0183 compiled.
2.2.3.3 RS-232 Connector
The cable contains 9 different wires. Refer to the following table for the wiring details.
RS-232 Wiring
Refer to the following wiring method for the external RS-232 device with RS-232 interface.
NO.
NAME
FUNCTION
1
/
/
2
RX
Receive Data
3
TX
Transmit Data
4
/
/
5
GND
Power Ground
6
/
/
7
/
/
8
/
/
9
/
/
Table 2-2-3-3 RS-232 wiring details
TXP
TXN
RXP
RXN
RXP
RXN
TXP
TXN
Figure 2-2-3-1 NMEA 0183 connections
CAMINO-101 NMEA 0183
External NMEA device
RX
TX
GND
TX
RX
GND
CAMINO-101 RS-232
PC RS-232
Figure 2-2-3-3 Connecting to PC via RS-232
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IV. Remarks
Step 1:
Connect the power cable to
the power input and turn on
the CAMINO-101 by
switching to “ON”.
III. Start-Up Setting
Set up the GPS and VHF
Antenna in an appropriate
spot.
(Refer to Section 2.2)
1
The power voltage of
CAMINO-101 is 24V DC.
Use an adaptor if the supply
voltage is not within the
range.
2
Step 2:
Check if the POWER
indication light is
working properly.
Please refer to Section 3.1
2
INCORRECT INPUT
VOLTAGE WILL
DAMAGE THE
EQUIPMENT!
Figure 2-2-3-6 Installation instruction
2
1
1
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2.2.4 VHF Antenna Installation
The quality and positioning of the antenna is the most important factor dictating AIS
performance. It is recommended that a VHF antenna with omni directional vertical polarization
be specifically tuned for AIS operation band. Since the range of VHF signals is largely decided
by line of sight distance, AIS antenna should be placed as high as possible and at least 5 meters
away from any constructions made of conductive materials.
To avoid interference, the VHF antenna location should be placed in accordance to Figure
2-2-4.
Figure 2-2-4 VHF/GPS Antenna Location
We recommend you choose AMEC AIS VHF antenna. To save space, you can also choose
VHF/GPS combo antenna provided by AMEC
Ensure a free 360˚ horizon with
a vertical observation of 5˚.
High power transmitting antenna
3m
Ensure the GPS antenna is not
within the transmitting beam of other
high power transmitting antenna.
VHF
Antenna.
Other VHF
Antenna
The recommended
vertical distance
between antennas
is 2m.
The
recommended
horizontal
distance between
antennas is 10m.
Other transmitting
antenna
10m
The recommended horizontal
distance between GPS antennas
and other antennas is 3m.
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2.2.5 GPS Antennas Installation
The GPS 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
as illustrated in Figure 2-2-5.
GPS ANTENNA LOCATION
Enter the external and internal GPS antenna location data after installing them. Input the
data in “SHIP SETTING”. Following is the GPS antenna location offset arm.
Figure 2-2-5 GPS Antenna location
We recommend you choose AMEC AIS GPS antenna. To save space, you can also
choose VHF/GPS combo antenna provided by AMEC.
2.2.6 Antenna Cabling
When connecting the cable(s) with the CAMINO-101, take note of the following
precautions.
Each coaxial cable should be
set up separately and can only
be set up in a single cable tube.
Each coaxial cable should
keep a 10m safe distance
with the power cable.
Connecting port of the
coaxial cable should be
insulated.
Do not bend the cable(s).
1
2
3
4
B
C
D
A
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2.2.7 CAMINO-101 External Connections
Figure 2-4 External configurations
24V DC
GPS Antenna
(Connector Female TNC)
ECS
RS-232
VHF Antenna
(Connector - M Jack)
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2.2.8 AMEC AIS Configuration Software Installation
This program enabled users to set up the own ships dynamic, static and voyage related
information through computer.
Please find the AMEC AIS Configuration program in the CD which provided by AMEC; and
follow the following steps to install the AIS Configuration.
Step 1: Please open the AMEC AIS Configuration file and click on the set up icon
to start the installation process of AMEC AIS
Configuration.
Step 2: Please click on to continue.
Figure 2-5-1 Set up Configuration
Step 3: Please fill in the required information and click on to continue.
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Figure 2-5-2 Set up Configuration
Step4: Select the destination folder and click on to continue.
Figure 2-5-3 Set up Configuration
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Step5: Select the Start Menu group for the application and choose users for the program and
click on to continue.
Figure 2-5-4 Set up Configuration
Step6: The installation will start immediately, please wait a few minutes.
Figure 2-5-5 Set up Configuration
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Step 7: Please click on to finish the setting.
Figure 2-5-6 Set up Configuration
Step 8: Click on to run AMEC AIS Configuration program..
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2.3 AMEC AIS Viewer Software Installation
The viewer program provides users with AIS information on computer; users may browse
the relative positions of surrounding vessels and the dynamic and static information regulated
by IMO. For professional users or further details, we suggest connecting AMEC CAMINO-101
with other marine electronic products such as ECS or Radar to achieve better performances.
Please find the AMEC AIS Viewer program at the CD we provided; and follow the following
steps to install the viewer program.
Step 1: Put the program disk into your computer, and double click on
.
Step 2: A welcome window will pop out. Please click to continue.
Figure 2-3-1 Set up Viewer
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Step 3: Please fill in the required information and click on to continue.
Figure 2-3-2 Set up Viewer
Step 4: Please choose a folder to install this viewer; and then click on to
continue.
Figure 2-3-3 Set up Viewer
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Step 5: Please click on to continue the installation.
Figure 2-3-4 Set up Viewer
Step 6: The AMEC AIS Viewer starts to install, please wait for a few seconds.
Figure 2-3-5 Set up Viewer
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Step 7: When the installation is completed, please click on to complete the
setting.
Figure 2-3-6 Set up Viewer
Step 8: Click on to start the AMEC AIS viewer program.
2.4 Bluetooth Pairing (Optional Feature)
For CAMINO-101 with Bluetooth, please consult your Bluetooth device for connection.
AMECs default encryption key is "0000.
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3 GET STARTED
3.1 Turning Power ON / OFF
TURNING POWER ON:
Step 1: Check the input voltage. CAMINO-101 input voltage is 24V DC.
Step 2: Connect the CAMINO-101 with power input.
Step 3: Switch the power to “ON”.
Step 4: The power status indicator will turn to green from flashing green light.
Step 5: When the power status indicator turns green, the unit will function automatically. The
channel indicator flashes once the AIS signal is received.
TURNING POWER OFF:
Step 1: Switch the power to “OFF”.
Step 2: The unit shuts down and the power status indicator turns off.
Figure 3-1 Description of Power Switch & Indication
Light
To turn on the unit:
Switch the power to “ON”.
To turn off the unit:
Switch the power to “OFF
1
2
When the unit is well
functioning, the indicator should
be green.
ON Mode
OFF Mode
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3.2 Front Panel LED Indicators
Table 3-2-1 Description of LED indicators on front panel
1. Power
Indicator of power status
2. Channel 1 & 2
Channel 1 & 2 indicator
Table 3-2-2 Power LED Indicator
POWER LED INDICATOR
LED Color
Indication
Description
Green
On
Normal
Device in normal operation
Flash
Initialization
System initialization and checking
Yellow
On
Silent mode
MMSI is not yet programmed into the device, such that
the device can not perform as transmit mode, it can
perform only as a receive mode device.
Flash
TX timeout
(1) Quiet time command imposed by harbor authorities;
(2) Transmission ceased due to carrier-sensing of high
VDL load
Red
On
Power error
Power system is in failure
Flash
BIIT alarm
An abnormal condition of the device is detected during
BIIT (Built In Integrity Test)
Figure 3-2 LED indicators on front panel
2
3
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3.2.1 Built-in Integrity Test (BIIT)
With BIIT (Built in Integrity Test) function, the Camino-101 is constantly monitoring and
testing the integrity of the AIS transceiver. Should an abnormal condition be detected within the
device, the Power LED will display an alarm in flash red. Abnormal condition may include
situations like following:
GPS is unable to gain lock after 30 minutes of losing GPS track
Background noise level exceeds allowable threshold (-77dBm)
CHANNEL LED INDICATOR
Channel
Status
Indication
1
Flash Green
Incoming data received at Channel 1.
2
Flash Green
Incoming data received at Channel 2.
1
Flash Yellow
Transmitting data at Channel 1
2
Flash Yellow
Transmitting data at Channel 2
Table 3-2-3 Channel LED Indicators
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3.3 CAMINO-101 Configuration Settings
CAMINO-101 own ship configuration settings can be performed through AMEC AIS
Configuration software provided in the standard product package. These configuration settings
include MMSI, Static, Voyage, Transceiver, and Baud Rate data. MMSI setting is a mandatory
setting in order to make CAMINO-101 work properly.
The following steps (step 1 ~ 7) describe the details of configuration settings.
Step 1: Serial Port and Baud Rate Setting
(1) Select auto or manual for serial port number and its baud rate setting.
Auto: The system will identify and show the serial port number and baud rate
automatically.
Manual: Select appropriate serial port number and baud rate manually. If you cant find
the desired serial port no. under the list, you may key in the serial port number directly.
(2) Click on to connect to the desired serial port and baud rate.
Figure 3-3-1 Serial Com Port and Baud Rate Setting
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Step 2: MMSI Setting
(1) Click on “MMSI” tab.
(2) Check and select MMSI button.
(3) Enter your MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) number in the designated square
area.
(4) Click on to confirm and complete the MMSI setting.
(5) To perform other setting, click on specific tab to go further.
(6) To escape from the AMEC AIS Configuration software, click on EXIT.
Figure 3-3-2 MMSI Setting
! WARNING: MMSI can only be input once, please make sure and input the correct MMSI.
FOR USERS IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ONLY
WARNING: 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.
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Step 3: Static Data Setting
(1) Click on “STATICtab.
(2) Enter your CALL SIGN and NAME.
(3) Select the “DIMENSION SETTING” to fill in the dimension of your own ship.
(4) Click on to confirm and complete the setting.
(5) To perform other setting, click on specific tab to go further.
(6) To escape from the AMEC AIS Configuration software, click on EXIT.
Figure 3-3-3 Static Data Setting
FOR USERS IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ONLY
WARNING: The entry of static data into this device shall be performed by
the vendor of the device or by an appropriately qualified person in the
business of installing marine communications equipment on board vessels.
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Step 4: Voyage Setting
(1) Click on “VOYAGEtab.
(2) Select Ship_Cargo Type Setting.
(2) Select suitable items under “Ship Type” and “Cargo Type”.
(3) Click on to confirm and complete the setting.
(4) To perform other setting, click on specific tab to go further.
(5) To escape from the AMEC AIS Configuration software, click on EXIT.
Figure 3-3-4 Voyage Setting
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Step 5: Transceiver Setting
(1) Click on TRANSCEIVER tab.
(2) Select the Enable DSC monitoring button to enable the DSC function. The factory
default setting is selected which means DSC is enabled. The DSC shall be
enabled under normal operation.
(3) Un-select the Enable DSC monitoring button if you want to disable DSC monitoring
function. This is not allowed in normal operation.
(4) Select GPS Output at ON to enable the GPS message transmission. This is
factory default setting and required for normal operation.
(5) Select the GPS Output at OFF if you want to disable the GPS message
transmission. This is not allowed in normal operation.
(6) Click on to confirm and complete the setting.
(7) To perform other setting, click on specific tab to go further.
(8) To escape from the AMEC AIS Configuration software, click on EXIT.
Figure 3-3-5 Transceiver Setting
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Step 6: Baud Rate Setting
(1) Click on BAUD RATE tab.
(2) The default baud rate for RS-232 is 115200, enter your desired baud rate if
necessary.
(3) The default baud rate for NMEA is 38400, enter your desired baud rate if necessary.
(4) Click on to confirm and complete the setting.
(5) To perform other setting, click on specific tab to go further.
(6) To escape from the AMEC AIS Configuration software, click on EXIT.
Figure 3-3-6 Baud Rate Setting
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Step 7: Setting Review
(1) Click on “VIEWtab.
(2) Click on the Read Device button, all the device setting information will be displayed in
text format, including MMSI, static, voyage, transceiver, and baud rate data.
(3) Review and reconfirm if the data has been appropriately set.
(4) If specific data was not properly set, go to that specific tab to make further revision. And
then, come back to VIEW tab, to see the latest data.
(5) After review and reconfirmation, click on to complete the whole setting and to
escape from this AMEC AIS Configuration software.
Figure 3-3-7 Setting Review
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4 AMEC AIS VIEWER DESCRIPTION
4.1 RS-232 Serial Port Selection
Please follow below steps to ensure the serial port is correctly selected if needed.
1. Please use RS-232 port to connect with PC and AMEC AIS if desired.
*NOTE: CAMINO-101 can also be connected to the USB ports of PC/Laptop through
RS-232/USB converter (not included in the accessory kit; purchase separately).
Please install the USB driver before connecting to the USB ports.
2. Go to My Computer / Control Panel / System / Hardware / Device Manager / Ports
(COM&LPT).
3. Click on Ports (COM&LPT) in the Device Manager, and then find the possible COM port
number for your PC.
Figure 4-1 Serial Port Setting
4. Back to the AIS Viewer Program, please select File tab and click Connect AIS. Please
select the suitable serial port number in the pop out window.
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4.2 Running AMEC AIS Viewer
By following the steps below, user may start the AIS Viewer in a very short time after
finishing all the installation:
Step 1: Open the viewer and go to File”→ Connect AISto set the serial port and baud rate
(Refer to figure 4-2-1). Please refer to Section 4.3.2.1Connect AIS for the details.
Step 2: If additional information is required from another GPS, please go to ““File”→ “Connect
GPS Receiverto set the serial port and baud rate for GPS receiver (Refer to figure
4-2-1). Please refer to Section 4.3.2.1 Connect GPS Receiver for the details.
Figure 4-2-1 Quick Start
You may also click on ““File”→ Device Wizard to connect AIS with the AIS Viewer
easily.
Please select Manual or Auto for serial port and baud rate setting. Click on to
connect to the desired serial port and baud rate. (Refer to figure 4-2-2)
Auto: the system will identify and show the serial port number and baud rate
automatically.
Manual: Select appropriate serial port and baud rate manually. If you cant find the
desired serial port under the list, you may key in the serial port number
directly.
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Figure 4-2-2 Quick Start
Step 3: Go to Config”→ “CPA/TCPA” to set the threshold value of CPA and TCPA (Refer to
figure 4-2-3). Please refer to Section 4.3.2.3 “CPA/TCPA for the details.
*NOTE 1: This function would be invalid without GPS data input.
*NOTE 2: AMEC AIS devices merely provide AIS data, and they are NOT allowed to set
CPA/TCPA. However, users may set up CPA/TCPA through other maritime
equipments: Chartplotter, Radar Plotter, for PC (through AMEC AIS Viewer
Program). For certain audio alarm, users should refer to your own interfaces. PC
and AMEC AIS Viewer Program DO NOT support any kind of audio alarm.
Figure 4-2-3 Quick Start
After complete the steps above, you may start to use the AIS Viewer.
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4.3 Display Indications
Below (Figure 4-3) is the main screen of the viewer; which contains 5 blocks. Each block
displays different information. Please see details as following.
Figure 4-3 Main Display
Block 2
Block 1
Block 3
Block 4
Block 5
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4.3.1 Block 1: Screen View
There are 2 viewing options in this block.
4.3.1.1 Radar View
The AIS targets are displayed on your PC screen in the form as shown below. Under this
viewing mode, all targets will be displayed on the Radar display. (Refer to Picture 4-3-1-1).
Figure 4-3-1-1 Main Display
On the Radar View shown above, some characteristics of the AIS targets are as described
below,
Each AIS ship is in the shape of a triangle.
Under normal GPS reception, own ship is located in the center of the radar view.
When there is no GPS reception, you can manual reset own ship‟s longitude and latitude or
the viewer will accord the received targets to predict the location of the own ship and a
reference location will appear.
Dangerous Target
Friend Ship
Own Ship
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A maximum number of 500 AIS targets can be displayed on the radar plotter at a time.
The straight line extended from AIS target represents the course of the ship.
Under the situation of NO GPS data input, double click at any position on the Radar display
to make it the center. Please refer to Section 4.3. “Center View” to return to the mode of
your own ship as the center.
*NOTE: Own ship position will be fixed at the center of the Radar display WITH GPS data input.
Please use the scale to change the scale setting at the lower right corner if needed. The
scales are 800, 400, 200, 96, 48, 24, 12, 6, 3, 1.5, 0.75, 0.5, 0.25, 0.125 and 0.05 (nm).
AIS target symbol description: Symbol for each AIS target displayed on the radar plotter is
as described below (refer to Table 4-3-1-1).
Own Ship
GPS Reception: Normal / Color: Blue
Under normal GPS reception, own ship is located in the center of the
radar view.
AIS Target
Color: Blue
Ship equipped with AIS system in the surrounding sea will appear on the
radar view as an AIS target.
Selected Target
Color: Blue / Flashing Black Frame
Use the arrow keys to select any target on the radar view. After selected,
press <ENT> and the detailed information on each target can be viewed.
Dangerous
Target
Color: Red / Circled Frame
When distance to a ship is smaller than CPA/TCPA, the target will be
circled in RED. Use the arrow keys to select the dangerous target and to
view its detailed information.
Friend Ship
Color: Magenta
If any pre-stored Friend Ship is nearby, the Friend Ship will appear in
Magenta on the radar view.
Lost Signal
Target
Color: Blue / Crossed
If reception of an AIS target is lost over 10 minutes, a “X will be
displayed over it. The target will disappear from the Radar View when its
reception is lost for one hour.
AtoN
Color: Green / Spot
The icon will be displayed if any AtoN AIS is in the range of reception.
*NOTE: The straight line extended from AIS target represents the course of the ship.
Table 4-3-1-1 AIS target symbol
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4.3.1.2 Alphanumeric View
Under this mode, all ship details will be displayed alphanumerically. To browse the entire
information, please use the bar on the screen to help locating the desired data. (Refer to Figure
4-3-1-2)
Figure 4-3-1-2 Main Display
MMSI: Marine Mobile Service Identity.
CLASS: AIS Message class type:
[A]:Class A AIS,
[B]: Class B AIS,
[Base]: Base Station,
[AtoN]: Aids to Navigation,
[N/A]: Unknown.
NAME: Ship Name.
CALL SIGN: Ship‟s Call Sign.
RANGE: The distance between target ships to own ship. The unit of range is “nm(Nautical
Mile).
BEARING: The relative angle between target ship and own ship.
SOG: Speed Over Ground, the unit of SOG is kn (knot).
COG: Course Over Ground.
HEADING: The heading of the target ship.
CPA: Distance to Closest Point of Approach, the unit of CPA is nm (Nautical Miles)
TCPA: Time to Closest Point of Approach, the unit of TCPA is min (Minutes).
LON: Longitude of the target ship.
LAT: Latitude of the target ship.
ROT: Rate Of Turn.
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LENGTH: The length of the target ship, the unit of LENGTH is m (meters).
BEAM: The beam of the target ship, the unit of BEAM is m (meters).
DESTINATION: The destination of the target ship.
ETA: Estimated Time of Arrival, (Month/Date/Hour/Minutes)
SHIPTYPE: Ship type of the target ship.
CARGO: Cargo information.
4.3.2 Block 2: Main Menu
This block contains the program menu of the AIS Viewer.
4.3.2.1 File
Click on “File”, and the window is shown as the below picture. (Refer to figure 4-3-2-1)
Figure 4-3-2-1-1 Menu Tree under File
Connect AIS”: Click on Connect AIS, and the Config AIS Serial Port” window would pop
up (Refer to figure 4-3-2-1-2). Please select the proper Serial Port and the
desired Baud Rate (CAMINO-101 default Baud Rate: 115,200). Click on
to connect AIS serial port. And click on to
complete the setting.
Figure 4-3-2-1-2 Config AIS Serial Port
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Connect GPS Receiver”: Click on Connect GPS Receiver, and the “Config GPS Serial
Port” window would pop up as below (Refer to Figure 4-3-2-1-3).
Please select the suitable “Serial Port” and Baud Rate for your
GPS. Click on to connect GPS serial port. Click on
to complete the setting.
Figure 4-3-2-1-3 Config GPS Receiver Serial Port
Device Wizard: Click on Device Wizard to select appropriate serial port and baud rate to
start the device connection.
Replay log”: Click on Replay log” to open the data saved before and play the selected log
data.
*NOTE 1: Before playing the log data, user should go to “File”/ “Disconnect AIS” and “File”/
“Disconnect GPS” to disconnect AIS and GPS.
*NOTE 2: To pause or stop the log play, please go to “File”/ “Pause playor “File”/ “Stop
play”.
“Exit”: Click on “Exit” to close AMEC AIS Viewer.
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4.3.2.2 View
Click on “View”, and the window is shown as the below picture. (Refer to figure 4-3-2-2-1)
Figure 4-3-2-2-1 Menu Tree under View
“Target Monitor”: Click on it to monitor the vessel information of the selected target.
“Center View”: There are two scenario under this viewing mode, 1) without GPS data input 2)
with GPS data input. Without GPS input, user may select this viewing mode;
the viewer would calculate the rough position and set your own ship at the
center of the Radar display. User may also set the own ship position manually
(refer to Section 4.3.2.3 Manual positioning). Please refer to Section
4.3.1.1 “Radar View” for more viewing options. Under the situation with GPS
input, the viewer will set your own ship as the center of the Radar display
automatically and the “Center View” would be invalid.
Radar Range Scale: Click on it to show the radar range scale on the radar view.
“Tracks”: Click on it to see the tracks of the vessels.
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“Log”: Click on “Log”, and the window is shown as the below picture. (Refer to figure
4-3-2-2-2). Select “Enable Log” to display the collected data in the box. Click on
to save the data, click on to delete it.
Figure 4-3-2-2-2 Message Log
4.3.2.3 Config
Click on “Config”, and the window is shown as the below picture. (Refer to figure
4-3-2-3-1)
Figure 4-3-2-3-1 Menu Tree under Config
Manual positioning”: User can manually enter the position of your vessel as the center of the
Radar display when GPS position is unavailable (Refer to figure
4-3-2-3-2). Click on to complete the setting.
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Figure 4-3-2-3-2 Manual Positioning
Destination: Click on Destination, and the Destination Settingwindow would jump out as
below (Refer to figure 4-3-2-3-3). User could enter the name, longitude and
latitude of your destination. After that, please click on to complete
the setting, then a red pin would be positioned on your destination.
Figure 4-3-2-3-3 Destination Setting
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“CPA/TCPA” (Distance to Closest Point of Approach/Time to Closest Point of Approach):
Click on “CPA/TCPA”, and the window will pop up as below (Refer to figure 4-3-2-3-4). User can
set the CPA and TCPA according to your requirement. When a ship is entering the alert area, it
would be marked in red color (Refer to Section 4.3.1.1 “Radar View”). Click on to
complete the setting.
nm: Nautical Mile
min: Minute
*NOTE 1: This function would be invalid without GPS data input.
*NOTE 2: AMEC AIS devices merely provide AIS data, and they are NOT allowed to set
CPA/TCPA. However, users may set up CPA/TCPA through other maritime
equipments: Chartplotter, Radar Plotter, or PC (through AMEC AIS Viewer Program).
For certain audio alarm, users should refer to your own interfaces. PC and AMEC
AIS Viewer Program DO NOT support any kind of audio alarm.
Figure 4-3-2-3-4 CPA/TCPA Setting
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“Friend Ship”: Click on “Friend Ship”, and the window would pop up as below (Refer to figure
4-3-2-3-5). User can set specific ships as friend ships by simply entering the
MMSI number and a Yat “Friend” column; the icon of the selected targets will
turn to pink in the Radar display (Refer to Section 4.3.1.1 “Radar View”).
Click on to complete the setting.
Figure 4-3-2-3-5 Friend Ship List
Language: Click on Language, you may change the AMEC AIS Viewer user language in
English or Traditional Chinese. (Refer to Figure 4-3-2-3-6).
Figure 4-3-2-3-6 Language Selection
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4.3.2.4 Help
Click on “About, and the window will pop up as below (Refer to figure 4-3-2-4).
Figure 4-3-2-4-1 Menu Tree under Help
“About”: Click on About, and the window will pop up as below (Refer to figure 4-3-2-4-2). It
is the information of the software including the established date and the software
version.
Figure 4-3-2-4-2 About AMEC AIS Viewer
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4.3.3 Block 3: Own ships position information
The own ship information is displayed in this block (Refer to Figure 4-3-3).
Figure 4-3-3 Own Ship Position Information
UTC: Coordinated Universal Time.
GPS: GPS related information. Usually it would indicate 2D or 3D to show the accuracy of
the GPS data. (3D is more accurate)
Longitude: Current Longitude of own ship.
Latitude: Current Latitude of own ship.
SOG: Speed Over Ground.
COG: Course Over Ground.
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4.3.4 Block 4: Ship List
In this block, it shows the MMSI, class type, and name of the target ships (Refer to figure
4-3-4).
Figure 4-3-4 Ship List
SHIP LIST: The numbers indicates the total received targets, excluding the own ship.
NO.: The order numbers of the received targets.
MMSI: Maritime Mobile Service Identity.
CLASS: It shows the AIS class type of received targets;
[A]: Class A AIS,
[AtoN]: Aids to Navigation,
[B]: Class B AIS,
[N/A]: Unknown.
[Base]: Base Station,
NAME: The name of the target ship.
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4.3.5 Block 5: Ship Details Information
This area shows the dynamic and static of the target ship, and GPS satellite status.
4.3.5.1 Dynamic Data
Figure 4-3-5-1 Dynamic Data
MMSI: Maritime Mobile Service Identity of the target ship.
Nav. Status: Navigational status of the target ship.
ROT: Rate Of Turn.
Heading: The direction of the target ship‟s stem.
SOG: Speed Over Ground.
COG: Course Over Ground.
Longitude: Current Longitude of target ship.
Latitude: Current Latitude of target ship.
Range: Range between the selected target and own ship.
Bearing: The related position between own ship and target ship. The unit of bearing is
degree(°).
CPA: Distance of Closest Point of Approach between own ship and target ship.
TCPA: Time to Closest Point of Approach between own ship and target ship.
Pos. Accu.: Position Accuracy; related to the GPS device used.
Received Time: The latest received time of the target ship.
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4.3.5.2 Static Data
Figure 4-3-5-2 Static Data
IMO: International Marine Organization Number
CALL SIGN: The call sign of the target ship.
NAME: The name of the target ship.
SHIP TYPE: The type of the target ship.
CARGO: Cargo information of the selected target ship.
DESTINATION: The destination of the selected target ship.
ETA: Estimate Time of Arrival.
EPFS TYPE: Type of Electronic Position Fixing device.
DRAUGHT: The draught of the target ship.
DIMENSION: The dimension of the target ship.
LENGTH: The length of the target ship.
BEAM: The width of the target ship.
Receive Time: The latest received time of the target ship.
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4.3.5.3 GPS Satellite Status
Figure 4-3-5-3 GPS Satellite Status
The green spots and bars are the displays of GPS status with individual satellite position
and signal strength of the satellites those are in use.
The blue spots and bars represent the GPS status with position and signal strength of the
satellites those are not in us
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IEC 62287-1 (2006)
IEC 61162-1 (2000)
IEC 61162-2 (1998)
5 APPENDIX
5.1 Product Specifications
AMEC CAMINO-101 SPECIFICATIONS
VHF CHANNELS
Frequency Range
Channel Bandwidth
Number of RF Channels
CH-1
CH-2
DSC
Number of DSC
156.025 MHz~162.025 MHz
25 KHz
2 Receivers (one time-shared
between AIS and DSC) /
1 Transmitter
CH 87B (161.975 MHz)
CH 88B (162.025 MHz)
CH 70 (156.525 MHz)
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STANDARDS
VHF TRANSMITTER
Power Output
Modulation
Data Rate
Modulation Spectrum
2 Watt (33 dBm ± 1.5 dB)
GMSK/FM
9600 bps
Per IEC 62287
VHF RECEIVER
Message Format
Data Rate
Max. Usable Sensitivity
AIS Class A & B messages
9600 bps / per channel
-107 dBm
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DSC RECEIVER
Modulation
Data Rate
Frequency Stability
Spurious Response Rejection
Blocking
1300 Hz / 2100 Hz FSK
1200 bps ± 30 ppm
< ± 3 ppm
70 dB for signal@ -104 dBm;
BER 1%
84 dB for signal@ -104 dBm;
BER 1%
1. One Power (Status) Indicator
2. Two Channel Indicators
GPS RECEIVER
Receiving Channels
Acquisition Sensitivity
Tracking Sensitivity
Position Accuracy
Output Rate
12 channels
-140 dBm
-150 dBm
CEP (50%) 5m without SA
1 Hz
POWER SUPPLY
Supply Voltage
Power Consumption
24V DC
Less than 10W
LED INDICATIONS
INTERFACES
NMEA0183
RS-232
Bluetooth (Optional)
GPS Antenna
VHF Antenna
D-SUB9
SMA
Female TNC
M Jack (Type N Optional)
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ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL
Size in mm (W)
Size in mm (H)
Size in mm (D)
Weight
140 mm
50 mm
200mm w/o connectors
1kg
GENERAL
Operating Temperature
-15°C~55°C
Storage Temperature
-25°C~70°C
Humidity Operation
0~95% RH at 40°C
Vibration
IEC 60945
Waterproof
IPX5
Standard Magnetic Compass Safe Distance
0.45 m
Steering Magnetic Compass Safe Distance
0.30 m
AMEC AGGRESSOR-111-C GPS Antenna SPECIFICATIONS (Optional)
Center Frequency
1575.42 ± 2 MHz
Gain
30 dB, typical
Noise Figure
1.5 dB, typical
Bandwidth
2 MHz min.
Axial Ratio @ Zenith
3 dB max.
VSWR
1.2 typical (1.5 max)
Output Impedance
50 ohm
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PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
ENVIRONMENT
Operating Temperature
25°C to 55°C
Relative Humidity
40% to 95% non-condensing
Storage Temperature
25°C to 70°C
Water Resistance
In accordance with IEC 60945,
exposed
Operating Temperature
25°C to 55°C
Dimensions
90.5 mm (diameter) × 108.5 mm (H)
Ground Size
74 mm (diameter)
Weight
150 grams (without cable)
Connector
TNC female
Cable
10 m, RG-58 cable included
5.2 Dimensions
Front View
Figure 5-2-1 CAMINO-101 front view
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Top View
Figure 5-3-3 CAMINO-101 side view
Side View
Figure5-2-2 CAMINO-101 top view
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5.3 Accessories
The following accessories are available from AMEC. Contact our local dealer/agent
for more details.
Table 5-3 Accessories
Item
Description
Product Code
Remark
1
VHF Antenna
TENTA-110
Length: 1,200 mm
2
GPS Antenna
AGGRESSOR-111-C
Dimension:
90.5 mm(Diameter) x 108.5 mm(H)
3
VHF/GPS Combo Antenna
TENTA-160C
Length: 1,680 mm
5.4 Trouble Shooting
5.4.1 Diagnosis by LED Indicators
The color of the power status indication light will change in different status. User is able to
make a general analysis base on the status described below,
POWER LED INDICATOR
Color
Status
Indications
Descriptions
Yellow
ON
Silent mode
No MMSI data is input
Yellow
Flash
TX timeout
Quiet mode commanded by harbor authorities or due to High
VDL load
Red
ON
Power Error
Power system is in failure
Flash
BITT alarm
An abnormal condition of the device is detected during BIIT (Built In
Integrity Test)
If the problem persists, please follow the below step and restart the unit.
1. Disconnect the power cord off the unit, reconnect after 1~2 minutes.
2. Please Refer to section 3.2 to turn on the unit.
If the problem still persists, contact your local agent/dealer.
Table 5-4-1 Power LED indicator
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5.4.2 Problem Analysis
Power Problem
1. Check if the power cord
is fallen or loose.
2. Check if using the
correct voltage
(24V DC)
3. Check if the power
source is normal.
4. Check if there was
incorrect voltage
used resulting in short
circuit before.
Power Status indicator:
Red
No indicator lights
Cannot turn on the unit
Signal Receiving Problem
No channel indicator
lights
No information from
other ships.
1. Check if the VHF
antenna connector is
fallen or loose.
2. Check if the VHF
antenna is setup
properly.
(Refer to section 2.2.4)
3. Check if the VHF
antenna is working
properly.
After the examining procedure, please restart
the device. If the problem persists, please
contact your local agent/dealer.
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Power Status Indicator: Yellow
Signal data cannot be received
by other vessels
Signal Transmitting Problem
1. Check if the power status indicator CONSTANTLY
LIGHTS YELLOW.
- No MMSI data input
Please check the MMSI input data.
2. Check if the power status indicator FLASHES YELLOW.
- Transmission is suspended by the harbor authorities
or due to high VDL load.
3. Check if the channel indicator FLASHES YELLOW.
- VHF antenna works improperly
Check if the VHF antenna connector is fallen or
loose, and see if it set up properly.
- Class B signal cannot be interpreted by a less
updated Class A device
Software upgrade for Class A device may be needed.
After the examining procedure, please restart
the device. If the problem persists, please
contact your local agent/dealer.
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6 AMEC WORLD WIDE WARRANTY
Limited warranty
Subject to the terms, conditions and limitations set forth in this Worldwide Limited Warranty
(hereinafter the Warranty”), AMEC warrants that its products, when properly installed and used,
will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months, from
the date of first purchase (the „Warranty Period‟)
For the purposes of this warranty, „date of first purchase‟ means the date that the product
was purchased by the first retail customer, or by the institutional customer, or in the case of a
product installed on a new vessel or any other marine related platform by a certified AMEC
original equipment manufacturer (a „AMEC OEM‟), the date that such vessel was purchased by
the first retail customer.
AMEC will, at its sole option, repair or replace any defective products or components
returned during the Warranty Period in accordance with the terms, conditions and limitations set
forth below. Such repairs or replacement will be the sole remedy of the customer under
this Warranty.
Standard Warranty Service
To qualify for standard warranty service the product must be returned to a AMEC-certified
service agent (i) within the Warranty Period, and (ii) within thirty (30) days of the alleged product
failure. Any products returned must be securely packaged and sent pre-paid and insured to
AMEC or to a AMEC-certified service agent. All products returned must be accompanied by a
copy of the original sales receipt to be eligible for standard warranty service.
Obtaining Warranty Service
A list of AMEC-certified service agents is available from AMEC Technical Support at
www.alltekmarine.com
Other conditions
This Warranty is fully transferable provided that you furnish the original proof of purchase
to the AMEC -certified service agent. This Warranty is void if the label bearing the serial number
has been removed or defaced.
Limitation and Exclusions
In addition to any other limitations and exclusions set forth herein, AMEC is not
responsible for, and this Warranty does not cover:
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Failure due to abuse, misuse, accident, unauthorized alteration, modification or repair,
improper installation or operation (whether or not by a AMEC-certified service agent) or
improper storage, shipping damage or corrosion;
Costs associated with routine system checkouts, alignment/calibration, sea trials or
commissioning;
Defects or damage that result from the use of non-AMEC branded or certified products,
accessories or other peripheral equipment, including without limitation housings, parts, or
software;
Aftermarket software (i.e. all software other than the original operating software sold with the
products);
Products that have been refurbished, reconditioned, or remanufactured (The foregoing does
not apply to products repaired or replaced pursuant to the terms of this Warranty).
Products that have been dismantled resulting in the broken label on the Products;
costs associated with overtime or premium labor costs;
differences in material, coloring or size that may exist between actual products and the
pictures or descriptions of such products in our advertising, advertising literature or on the
Internet;
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE FOREGOING WARRANTY
IS AMEC’S SOLE WARRANTY AND IS APPLICABLE ONLY TO NEW PRODUCTS
PURCHASED WORLDWIDE. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS WARRANTY ARE IN LIEU OF ANY
OTHER WRITTEN WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL,
INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
THE LIABILITY OF AMEC TO A CUSTOMER UNDER THIS WARRANTY, WHETHER
FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT, BREACH OF STATUTORY DUTY OR OTHERWISE
SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE TOTAL PURCHAE PRICE OF
THE PRODUCT GIVING RISE TO SUCH LIABILITY AND IN NO EVENT SHALL AMEC BE
LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR
LOST OF GOODWILL, REPUTATION, LOSS OF OPPORTUNITY OR INFORMATION, DATA,
SOFTWARE OR APPLICATIONS.
SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR
EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFICLEGAL
RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION
TO JURISDICTION.
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This Warranty supersedes and replaces all previous Warranties.
In the event that any term or provision contained in this Warranty is found to be invalid,
illegal or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, then such provision shall be
deemed modified to the extent necessary to make such provision enforceable by such court,
taking into account the intent of the parties.
No oral or written representations made by AMEC or any seller, reseller or distributor of the
products, including employees and agents thereof, shall create any additional warranty
obligations, increase the scope, or otherwise modify in any manner the terms of this Warranty.
All AMEC products sold or provided hereunder are merely aids to navigation. It is the
responsibility of the user to exercise discretion and proper navigational skill independent of any
AMEC product.
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7 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Alltek Marine Electronics Corp. (AMEC) declares that this CAMINO-101 is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
1999/5/EC.
8 ABBREVIATIONS
AIS
Automatic Identification System
COG
Course Over Ground
CPA
Distance to Closest Point of Approach
CSTDMA
Carrier-Sense Time Division Multiple Access
DSC
Digital Selective Calling
ECS
Electronic Chart System
ETA
Estimated Time of Arrival
GPS
Global Positioning System
IMO
International Maritime Organization
MMSI
Maritime Mobile Service Identity
SOG
Speed Over Ground
SRM
Safety Related Message
TCPA
Time to Closest Point of Approach
TDMA
Time Division Multiple Access
UTC
Coordinated Universal Time
VHF
Very High Frequency
VTS
Vessel Traffic Services
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9 INDEX
A
alarm 2,3,25,26,36,46,58
accessories 2,5,8,58,62
AIS message type
-static data 2
-dynamic data 2
-dynamic reports 2
-SRM 2
AIS target symbols 39
AIS type of
-class A AIS 2
-class B AIS 2
-AIS Receiver 2
AMEC AIS Viewer 1,2,5,20,22,23,34,35,36,42,46,47,48
antenna
-VHF antenna 1,6,13,58
-GPS antenna 1,2,6,9,13,14,58
-Combo antenna 13,14,58
-installation 1,13
-antenna cabling 1,14
-antenna location 2,13,14
AIS report rate 1,3
B
background noise 26
baud rate ,27,32,35,41,42
beam 2,41,52
BIIT 1,25,26,58
BIIT alarm 25
bluetooth pairing 1,23
C
call sign 1,2,29,40,52
carrier sensing 65
coastline map
COG 2,40,49,51,64
configuration software 1,16,27
connect AIS 34,35,41
connect GPS receiver 35,42
connector
-power 5,10
-NMEA 0183 5,10,11
-RS-232 2,5,11,32,34
CPA/TCPA 36,39,46
CSTDMA 1,2,64
D
dangerous target ,39
destination ,1,17,41,45,52
dimensions 2,56
DSC 61,31,64
dynamic data 2,51
dynamic information 1
dynamic report 2
E
ETA 41,52,64
equipment list 5,6
external connection 1,15
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F
frequency range 54
friend ship list 47
G
GPS antenna location 2,13,14
GPS receiver 35,42
GPS satellite status 51,53
H
heading 2,40,51
I
Installation 3,4,5,6,7,13,14,16,18,20,22,23,35,62
Interface wiring 10,11
L
LAT 40,49,51
language 47
LED indicator 1,25,26,58
LON 40,49,51
M
manual positioning 43,44,45
message type 2
MMSI 1,2,6,25,27,28,40,47,50,51,56,64
mounting
-table stand mounting 7
-wall mounting 7
N
NMEA 0183 5,10,11
O
own ship information 49
P
power consumption 55
power on 4,24
product specifications 54
product version 48
R
radar view 38,39,43,46,47
ROT 40,51
RS-232 serial port selection 34
S
safety related message 64
ship configuration 27
ship details 51
ship list 47,50
static Data 2,52
SOG 1,2,40,49,51,54
SRM 2,64
T
TCPA 3,36,39,40,46,51,64
transceiver 27,31
trouble shooting 58
V
vessel information 43
voyage information 1,16
W
Warranty2,61,62,63

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