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SPECIFICATIONS OF
AIS TRANSPONDER
FA-50
1.7 kg 3.7 lb
GPS/VHF Combined Antenna
GVA-100-T
3.3 kg 7.3 lb
GPS Antenna
GPA-017S
0.15 kg 0.3 lb
236 9.3"
169
6.7"
155
196
7.7"
96
3.8"
50
1245 49.0"
69 2.7"
32 1.3"
24 0.9"
61 2.4"
n
exchange that can be utilized
What is AIS?
s
Fully satisfies the technical standards for Class-B AIS, IEC 62287-1
s
Receives both Class-A and Class-B AIS information
s
Enhances safe navigation by exchanging critical navigation information
from AIS-equipped vessels nearby
s
Greatly improves the level of the situational awareness
even in fog, darkness or congested waterways
s
Outputs data to NavNet 3D, NavNet vx2 and PC through Ethernet
s
Flexible integration with various AIS compatible radar and chart plotters
s
AIS Viewer software for PC (Standard supply)
s
Sturdy design mounts easily on a bulkhead
STANDARDS
IMO MSC.140(76), IEC 62287-1, ITU-R M.1371-2,
DSC ITU R M.825-3, IEC 60945 Ed.4
TRANSPONDER UNIT
TX/RX Frequency 156.025 MHz to 162.025 MHz
GPS RECEIVER
Receiving Channels 12 channels parallel, 12 satellites tracking
Rx Frequency 1575.42 MHz
Rx Code C/A code
Position Accuracy 10 m (HDOP 4)
INTERFACE
COM RS-422/IEC 61162-1
Ethernet 10/100BASE-T
Input: ACK, BBM, DTM, GBS, GGA, GLL, GNS, HDT,
OSD, RMC, SSD, VBW, VSD, VTG, AIQ, DSC,
DSE, PFEC
Output: VDM, VDO, ABK, ACA, ACS, ALR, TXT, PFEC
POWER SUPPLY 12-24 VDC 2.0-1.0 A
ENVIRONMENT
Temprature
Transponder Unit: -15 to +55°C
Antenna Unit: -30 to +70°C
Waterproofing
Transponder Unit: IP20
Antenna Unit: IPx6
EQUIPMENT LIST
Standard
1. AIS Transponder FA-50
2. GPS Antenna GPA-017S or GPS/VHF Combined Antenna GVA-100-T
with Distribution Box DB-1 (Optional VHF antenna is needed.)
3. AIS Viewer FAISPC-MX
4. Installation Materials and Spare Parts
Option
1. VHF Antenna 150M-W2VN
2. Antenna Cable Set (30/50 m)
3. Antenna Base
4. Power Supply Unit PR-240
5. LAN Cable (2/10 m) for the connection with a PC
6. LAN Cable (1/5/10/20/30 m) for the connection with NavNet vx2
2- 5
R6
5 0.2”
R2.5
219 8.6”
144 5.7”
12 0.5”
44
1.7”
230 9.1”
255 10.0” 90 3.5”
The Automatic Identification System (AIS) improves the safety level of boating by exchanging
information about the status of your ship with other AIS-equipped craft nearby. The system
utilizes VHF broadcasts to handle information about the surrounding area, such as other
craft and buoys and other aids-to-navigation.
The AIS data includes target position, course and speed over ground, allowing you to
foresee the course changes of particular targets. AIS targets are constantly visible even when
they are shrouded in fog, in darkness, behind headlands, river bends or other obstructions.
AIS
DATA
Comparison between Class-A and Class-B
Antenna Unit
(Separate)
VHF Antenna
150M-W2VN
GPS Antenna
GPA-017S
Antenna Unit
(Combined)
VHF Antenna
150M-W2VN
GPS/VHF
Combined
Antenna
GVA-100-T
INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM
SENSOR
• GPS
• Gyrocompass
• Speedlog
• Satellite Compass
EXTERNAL DISPLAY
• NavNet 3D
• NavNet vx2
• Radar
FAR-21x7/28x7
• Plotter
GP-7000/F
• ECDIS
FEA-21x7/28x7
• Pilotplug
AIS INTERFACE
IF-1500AIS
NavNet Series
• NavNet 3D
• NavNet vx2
AIS Transponder
FA-50
12-24 VDC24 VDC
RS-422
2m
Ethernet
10/100BASE-T
HUB
Radar
• FR-8xx2 series
option or local supply
PC
PC AIS Viewer
FAISPC-MX
100/110/
115/200/
220/230
VAC
AIS Viewer
FAISPC-MX
NavNet Series
• NavNet 3D
• NavNet vx2
Distribution Box
DB-1
Power Supply Unit
PR-240
or
* Usually FA-50 uses the internal GPS. When connecting the external GPS, use one which satisfies
the followings.
1) Outputs DTM sentence. (WGS-84 can be chosen.)
2) Outputs GBS sentence.
3) Outputs sentences with the mode indicator;
GNS: Ver. 3.0 or later GLL: Ver. 2.0 or later GGA: Ver. 2.0 or later RMC: Ver. 1.5 or later
4) The measured result of internal and external GPSs should be within 26 m. (These antenna should
be located within 6 m.)
3 min.
10 sec.
10 sec.
3 1/3 sec.
6 sec.
2 sec.
2 sec.
2 sec.
Class-A
SOLAS vessel
SOTDMA (Self Organized Time Division Multiple Access)
Reserves a particular time slot and negotiates the use of that time slot
with other Class-A vessels within radio range.
156.025 - 162.025 MHz
Variable by ship speed and course
Ships status "at anchour" and not moving faster than 3 kt
Ships status "at anchour" and moving faster than 3 kt
Ships operating in SOLAS mode, moving 0 - 14 kt
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving 0 - 14 kt and
changing course
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving 14 - 23 kt
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving 14 - 23 kt and
changing course
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving faster 23 kt
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving faster 23 kt and
changing course
Class-B
Non-SOLAS vessel
CSTDMA (Carrier Sensing Time Division Multiple Access)
Uses any time slot as and when it is available. If no slot is available,
Class-B AIS tries to access to the slot again after a pre-set time.
156.025 - 162.025 MHz (Same as Class-A)
2-step fixing by ship speed
Moving less than 2 kt: 3 min.
Moving faster than 2 kt: 30 sec.
Vessel applied
Access scheme
Frequency Range
Update Interval
FURUNO U.S.A., INC.
Camas, Washington, U.S.A.
Phone: +1 360-834-9300
Fax: +1 360-834-9400
FURUNO ELECTRIC CO., LTD.
Nishinomiya, Hyogo, Japan
Phone: +81 (0)798 65-2111
Fax: +81 (0)798 65-4200, 66-4622
FURUNO (UK) LIMITED
Havant, Hampshire, U.K.
Phone: +44 23 9244 1000
Fax: +44 23 9248 4316
FURUNO FRANCE S.A.
Bordeaux-Mérignac, France
Phone: +33 5 56 13 48 00
Fax: +33 5 56 13 48 01
FURUNO ESPAÑA S.A.
Madrid, Spain
Phone: +34 91-725-90-88
Fax: +34 91-725-98-97
FURUNO DANMARK AS
Hvidovre, Denmark
Phone: +45 36 77 45 00
Fax: +45 36 77 45 01
FURUNO NORGE A/S
Ålesund, Norway
Phone: +47 70 102950
Fax: +47 70 102951
FURUNO SVERIGE AB
Västra Frölunda, Sweden
Phone: +46 31-7098940
Fax: +46 31-497093
FURUNO FINLAND OY
Espoo, Finland
Phone: +358 9 4355 670
Fax: +358 9 4355 6710
FURUNO POLSKA Sp. Z o.o.
Gdynia, Poland
Phone: +48 58 669 02 20
Fax: +48 58 669 02 21
FURUNO DEUTSCHLAND GmbH
Rellingen, Germany
Phone: +49 4101 838 0
Fax: +49 4101 838 111
LLC “FURUNO EURUS”
St. Petersburg, Russian Federation
Phone: +7 812 767 15 92
Fax: +7 812 766 55 52
TRADEMARK REGISTERED MARCA REGISTRADA
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
07125U Printed in Japan
Catalogue No. N-868

Information to be received
Information to be transmitted
FURUNO’s FA-50 class-B AIS transponder receives navigation
data from AIS-equipped vessels nearby that can be utilized to
aid in safe navigation. Also, the FA-50 transmits own ship’s
information to the vessels around, which also aids in collision
avoidance.
AIS utilizes a VHF data link to exchange own ship information
with other AIS-equipped vessels around. The FA-50
incorporates the received AIS information into radar, a chart
plotter and other graphic display options such as a PC to
improve situational awareness. AIS targets on the screens are
shown with SOG/COG vector, which greatly assists you in
grasping the surrounding situation even in the midst of
congested waterways. Also, Closest Point of Approach (CPA)
and Time to Closest Point of Approach (TCPA) can be
computed and displayed on the radar/chart plotter screens.
The FA-50 feeds AIS data to the NavNet 3D and vx2 series or a
PC with FURUNO’s AIS Viewer software interfaced through
Ethernet. The FA-50 can also be interfaced with a FURUNO
chart plotter and radar via NMEA 0183 format to supplement
information to the onboard navigation system.
Voyage Related Data
•
Ship's draft*
•
Hazardous cargo
•
Destination and ETA*
Safety-related messages
* Class-A AIS only
Static Data
•
MMSI
(Maritime Mobile Service Identity)
•
IMO number*
•
Ship's name
•
Type of ship
•
Call sign
•
Length and beam
•
Location of position-fixing antenna
on the ship
Dynamic Data
•
Ship's position
•
Coordinated universal time (UTC)
•
Course over ground (COG)
•
Speed over ground (SOG)
•
Rate of turn (ROT)
•
Heading
•
Navigation status*
Dynamic Data
•
Ship’s position
•
Coordinated universal time (UTC)
•
Course over ground (COG)
•
Speed over ground (SOG)
•
Heading
Static Data
•
MMSI
(Maritime Mobile Service Identity)
•
Ship's name
•
Type of ship
•
Cargo
•
Call sign
•
Length and beam
•
Location of position-fixing antenna
on the ship
Fixed form of safety-related
messages
The FA-50 offers accurate information exchange that can be utilized
for collision avoidance
Radar FR-8xx2 series
When interfacing with FR-8xx2 series,
optional AIS interface IF-1500AIS is needed.
COG/SOG vector changes its length
according to SOG.
ROT mark is viewable when the target
vessel sends the information.
Past track dots enables you to evaluate
the target's action.
AIS target symbol
AIS target data
for the selected vessel
COG/SOG
vector
ROT mark
Past track
dots
COG/SOG vector
Past track line
AIS target
AIS information
When placing a cursor onto the AIS
target, an AIS data window will pop
up to display the following data of
the target: Ship's name, COG, SOG,
CPA, TCPA, Range and Bearing.
NavNet vx2 can
also be interfaced
to the FA-30
AIS Viewer for PC
(Standard supply)
The software can be upgraded to a full
version of MaxSea Navigation Software
or MaxSea-NavNet Software.
AIS info on NOAA chart
Rough raster chart is already installed.
Also, additional charts can be installed
into this viewer.
with GPS antenna
GPA-017S
LAN
LAN
NMEA 0183
AIS target AIS information

SPECIFICATIONS OF
AIS TRANSPONDER
FA-50
1.7 kg 3.7 lb
GPS/VHF Combined Antenna
GVA-100-T
3.3 kg 7.3 lb
GPS Antenna
GPA-017S
0.15 kg 0.3 lb
236 9.3"
169
6.7"
155
196
7.7"
96
3.8"
50
1245 49.0"
69 2.7"
32 1.3"
24 0.9"
61 2.4"
n exchange that can be utilized
What is AIS?
s
Fully satisfies the technical standards for Class-B AIS, IEC 62287-1
s
Receives both Class-A and Class-B AIS information
s
Enhances safe navigation by exchanging critical navigation information
from AIS-equipped vessels nearby
s
Greatly improves the level of the situational awareness
even in fog, darkness or congested waterways
s
Outputs data to NavNet 3D, NavNet vx2 and PC through Ethernet
s
Flexible integration with various AIS compatible radar and chart plotters
s
AIS Viewer software for PC (Standard supply)
s
Sturdy design mounts easily on a bulkhead
STANDARDS
IMO MSC.140(76), IEC 62287-1, ITU-R M.1371-2,
DSC ITU R M.825-3, IEC 60945 Ed.4
TRANSPONDER UNIT
TX/RX Frequency 156.025 MHz to 162.025 MHz
GPS RECEIVER
Receiving Channels 12 channels parallel, 12 satellites tracking
Rx Frequency 1575.42 MHz
Rx Code C/A code
Position Accuracy 10 m (HDOP 4)
INTERFACE
COM RS-422/IEC 61162-1
Ethernet 10/100BASE-T
Input: ACK, BBM, DTM, GBS, GGA, GLL, GNS, HDT,
OSD, RMC, SSD, VBW, VSD, VTG, AIQ, DSC,
DSE, PFEC
Output: VDM, VDO, ABK, ACA, ACS, ALR, TXT, PFEC
POWER SUPPLY 12-24 VDC 2.0-1.0 A
ENVIRONMENT
Temprature
Transponder Unit: -15 to +55°C
Antenna Unit: -30 to +70°C
Waterproofing
Transponder Unit: IP20
Antenna Unit: IPx6
EQUIPMENT LIST
Standard
1. AIS Transponder FA-50
2. GPS Antenna GPA-017S or GPS/VHF Combined Antenna GVA-100-T
with Distribution Box DB-1 (Optional VHF antenna is needed.)
3. AIS Viewer FAISPC-MX
4. Installation Materials and Spare Parts
Option
1. VHF Antenna 150M-W2VN
2. Antenna Cable Set (30/50 m)
3. Antenna Base
4. Power Supply Unit PR-240
5. LAN Cable (2/10 m) for the connection with a PC
6. LAN Cable (1/5/10/20/30 m) for the connection with NavNet vx2
2- 5
R6
5 0.2”
R2.5
219 8.6”
144 5.7”
12 0.5”
44
1.7”
230 9.1”
255 10.0” 90 3.5”
The Automatic Identification System (AIS) improves the safety level of boating by exchanging
information about the status of your ship with other AIS-equipped craft nearby. The system
utilizes VHF broadcasts to handle information about the surrounding area, such as other
craft and buoys and other aids-to-navigation.
The AIS data includes target position, course and speed over ground, allowing you to
foresee the course changes of particular targets. AIS targets are constantly visible even when
they are shrouded in fog, in darkness, behind headlands, river bends or other obstructions.
AIS
DATA
Comparison between Class-A and Class-B
Antenna Unit
(Separate)
VHF Antenna
150M-W2VN
GPS Antenna
GPA-017S
Antenna Unit
(Combined)
VHF Antenna
150M-W2VN
GPS/VHF
Combined
Antenna
GVA-100-T
INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM
SENSOR
• GPS
• Gyrocompass
• Speedlog
• Satellite Compass
EXTERNAL DISPLAY
• NavNet 3D
• NavNet vx2
• Radar
FAR-21x7/28x7
• Plotter
GP-7000/F
• ECDIS
FEA-21x7/28x7
• Pilotplug
AIS INTERFACE
IF-1500AIS
NavNet Series
• NavNet 3D
• NavNet vx2
AIS Transponder
FA-50
12-24 VDC24 VDC
RS-422
2m
Ethernet
10/100BASE-T
HUB
Radar
• FR-8xx2 series
option or local supply
PC
PC AIS Viewer
FAISPC-MX
100/110/
115/200/
220/230
VAC
AIS Viewer
FAISPC-MX
NavNet Series
• NavNet 3D
• NavNet vx2
Distribution Box
DB-1
Power Supply Unit
PR-240
or
* Usually FA-50 uses the internal GPS. When connecting the external GPS, use one which satisfies
the followings.
1) Outputs DTM sentence. (WGS-84 can be chosen.)
2) Outputs GBS sentence.
3) Outputs sentences with the mode indicator;
GNS: Ver. 3.0 or later GLL: Ver. 2.0 or later GGA: Ver. 2.0 or later RMC: Ver. 1.5 or later
4) The measured result of internal and external GPSs should be within 26 m. (These antenna should
be located within 6 m.)
3 min.
10 sec.
10 sec.
3 1/3 sec.
6 sec.
2 sec.
2 sec.
2 sec.
Class-A
SOLAS vessel
SOTDMA (Self Organized Time Division Multiple Access)
Reserves a particular time slot and negotiates the use of that time slot
with other Class-A vessels within radio range.
156.025 - 162.025 MHz
Variable by ship speed and course
Ships status "at anchour" and not moving faster than 3 kt
Ships status "at anchour" and moving faster than 3 kt
Ships operating in SOLAS mode, moving 0 - 14 kt
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving 0 - 14 kt and
changing course
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving 14 - 23 kt
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving 14 - 23 kt and
changing course
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving faster 23 kt
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving faster 23 kt and
changing course
Class-B
Non-SOLAS vessel
CSTDMA (Carrier Sensing Time Division Multiple Access)
Uses any time slot as and when it is available. If no slot is available,
Class-B AIS tries to access to the slot again after a pre-set time.
156.025 - 162.025 MHz (Same as Class-A)
2-step fixing by ship speed
Moving less than 2 kt: 3 min.
Moving faster than 2 kt: 30 sec.
Vessel applied
Access scheme
Frequency Range
Update Interval
FURUNO U.S.A., INC.
Camas, Washington, U.S.A.
Phone: +1 360-834-9300
Fax: +1 360-834-9400
FURUNO ELECTRIC CO., LTD.
Nishinomiya, Hyogo, Japan
Phone: +81 (0)798 65-2111
Fax: +81 (0)798 65-4200, 66-4622
FURUNO (UK) LIMITED
Havant, Hampshire, U.K.
Phone: +44 23 9244 1000
Fax: +44 23 9248 4316
FURUNO FRANCE S.A.
Bordeaux-Mérignac, France
Phone: +33 5 56 13 48 00
Fax: +33 5 56 13 48 01
FURUNO ESPAÑA S.A.
Madrid, Spain
Phone: +34 91-725-90-88
Fax: +34 91-725-98-97
FURUNO DANMARK AS
Hvidovre, Denmark
Phone: +45 36 77 45 00
Fax: +45 36 77 45 01
FURUNO NORGE A/S
Ålesund, Norway
Phone: +47 70 102950
Fax: +47 70 102951
FURUNO SVERIGE AB
Västra Frölunda, Sweden
Phone: +46 31-7098940
Fax: +46 31-497093
FURUNO FINLAND OY
Espoo, Finland
Phone: +358 9 4355 670
Fax: +358 9 4355 6710
FURUNO POLSKA Sp. Z o.o.
Gdynia, Poland
Phone: +48 58 669 02 20
Fax: +48 58 669 02 21
FURUNO DEUTSCHLAND GmbH
Rellingen, Germany
Phone: +49 4101 838 0
Fax: +49 4101 838 111
LLC “FURUNO EURUS”
St. Petersburg, Russian Federation
Phone: +7 812 767 15 92
Fax: +7 812 766 55 52
TRADEMARK REGISTERED MARCA REGISTRADA
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
07125U Printed in Japan
Catalogue No. N-868

Information to be received
Information to be transmitted
FURUNO’s FA-50 class-B AIS transponder receives navigation
data from AIS-equipped vessels nearby that can be utilized to
aid in safe navigation. Also, the FA-50 transmits own ship’s
information to the vessels around, which also aids in collision
avoidance.
AIS utilizes a VHF data link to exchange own ship information
with other AIS-equipped vessels around. The FA-50
incorporates the received AIS information into radar, a chart
plotter and other graphic display options such as a PC to
improve situational awareness. AIS targets on the screens are
shown with SOG/COG vector, which greatly assists you in
grasping the surrounding situation even in the midst of
congested waterways. Also, Closest Point of Approach (CPA)
and Time to Closest Point of Approach (TCPA) can be
computed and displayed on the radar/chart plotter screens.
The FA-50 feeds AIS data to the NavNet 3D and vx2 series or a
PC with FURUNO’s AIS Viewer software interfaced through
Ethernet. The FA-50 can also be interfaced with a FURUNO
chart plotter and radar via NMEA 0183 format to supplement
information to the onboard navigation system.
Voyage Related Data
•
Ship's draft*
•
Hazardous cargo
•
Destination and ETA*
Safety-related messages
* Class-A AIS only
Static Data
•
MMSI
(Maritime Mobile Service Identity)
•
IMO number*
•
Ship's name
•
Type of ship
•
Call sign
•
Length and beam
•
Location of position-fixing antenna
on the ship
Dynamic Data
•
Ship's position
•
Coordinated universal time (UTC)
•
Course over ground (COG)
•
Speed over ground (SOG)
•
Rate of turn (ROT)
•
Heading
•
Navigation status*
Dynamic Data
•
Ship’s position
•
Coordinated universal time (UTC)
•
Course over ground (COG)
•
Speed over ground (SOG)
•
Heading
Static Data
•
MMSI
(Maritime Mobile Service Identity)
•
Ship's name
•
Type of ship
•
Cargo
•
Call sign
•
Length and beam
•
Location of position-fixing antenna
on the ship
Fixed form of safety-related
messages
The FA-50 offers accurate information exchange that can be utilized
for collision avoidance
Radar FR-8xx2 series
When interfacing with FR-8xx2 series,
optional AIS interface IF-1500AIS is needed.
COG/SOG vector changes its length
according to SOG.
ROT mark is viewable when the target
vessel sends the information.
Past track dots enables you to evaluate
the target's action.
AIS target symbol
AIS target data
for the selected vessel
COG/SOG
vector
ROT mark
Past track
dots
COG/SOG vector
Past track line
AIS target
AIS information
When placing a cursor onto the AIS
target, an AIS data window will pop
up to display the following data of
the target: Ship's name, COG, SOG,
CPA, TCPA, Range and Bearing.
NavNet vx2 can
also be interfaced
to the FA-30
AIS Viewer for PC
(Standard supply)
The software can be upgraded to a full
version of MaxSea Navigation Software
or MaxSea-NavNet Software.
AIS info on NOAA chart
Rough raster chart is already installed.
Also, additional charts can be installed
into this viewer.
with GPS antenna
GPA-017S
LAN
LAN
NMEA 0183
AIS target AIS information

Information to be received
Information to be transmitted
FURUNO’s FA-50 class-B AIS transponder receives navigation
data from AIS-equipped vessels nearby that can be utilized to
aid in safe navigation. Also, the FA-50 transmits own ship’s
information to the vessels around, which also aids in collision
avoidance.
AIS utilizes a VHF data link to exchange own ship information
with other AIS-equipped vessels around. The FA-50
incorporates the received AIS information into radar, a chart
plotter and other graphic display options such as a PC to
improve situational awareness. AIS targets on the screens are
shown with SOG/COG vector, which greatly assists you in
grasping the surrounding situation even in the midst of
congested waterways. Also, Closest Point of Approach (CPA)
and Time to Closest Point of Approach (TCPA) can be
computed and displayed on the radar/chart plotter screens.
The FA-50 feeds AIS data to the NavNet 3D and vx2 series or a
PC with FURUNO’s AIS Viewer software interfaced through
Ethernet. The FA-50 can also be interfaced with a FURUNO
chart plotter and radar via NMEA 0183 format to supplement
information to the onboard navigation system.
Voyage Related Data
•
Ship's draft*
•
Hazardous cargo
•
Destination and ETA*
Safety-related messages
* Class-A AIS only
Static Data
•
MMSI
(Maritime Mobile Service Identity)
•
IMO number*
•
Ship's name
•
Type of ship
•
Call sign
•
Length and beam
•
Location of position-fixing antenna
on the ship
Dynamic Data
•
Ship's position
•
Coordinated universal time (UTC)
•
Course over ground (COG)
•
Speed over ground (SOG)
•
Rate of turn (ROT)
•
Heading
•
Navigation status*
Dynamic Data
•
Ship’s position
•
Coordinated universal time (UTC)
•
Course over ground (COG)
•
Speed over ground (SOG)
•
Heading
Static Data
•
MMSI
(Maritime Mobile Service Identity)
•
Ship's name
•
Type of ship
•
Cargo
•
Call sign
•
Length and beam
•
Location of position-fixing antenna
on the ship
Fixed form of safety-related
messages
The FA-50 offers accurate information exchange that can be utilized
for collision avoidance
Radar FR-8xx2 series
When interfacing with FR-8xx2 series,
optional AIS interface IF-1500AIS is needed.
COG/SOG vector changes its length
according to SOG.
ROT mark is viewable when the target
vessel sends the information.
Past track dots enables you to evaluate
the target's action.
AIS target symbol
AIS target data
for the selected vessel
COG/SOG
vector
ROT mark
Past track
dots
COG/SOG vector
Past track line
AIS target
AIS information
When placing a cursor onto the AIS
target, an AIS data window will pop
up to display the following data of
the target: Ship's name, COG, SOG,
CPA, TCPA, Range and Bearing.
NavNet vx2 can
also be interfaced
to the FA-30
AIS Viewer for PC
(Standard supply)
The software can be upgraded to a full
version of MaxSea Navigation Software
or MaxSea-NavNet Software.
AIS info on NOAA chart
Rough raster chart is already installed.
Also, additional charts can be installed
into this viewer.
with GPS antenna
GPA-017S
LAN
LAN
NMEA 0183
AIS target AIS information

SPECIFICATIONS OF
AIS TRANSPONDER
FA-50
1.7 kg 3.7 lb
GPS/VHF Combined Antenna
GVA-100-T
3.3 kg 7.3 lb
GPS Antenna
GPA-017S
0.15 kg 0.3 lb
236 9.3"
169
6.7"
155
196
7.7"
96
3.8"
50
1245 49.0"
69 2.7"
32 1.3"
24 0.9"
61 2.4"
n
exchange that can be utilized
What is AIS?
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Fully satisfies the technical standards for Class-B AIS, IEC 62287-1
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Receives both Class-A and Class-B AIS information
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Enhances safe navigation by exchanging critical navigation information
from AIS-equipped vessels nearby
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Greatly improves the level of the situational awareness
even in fog, darkness or congested waterways
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Outputs data to NavNet 3D, NavNet vx2 and PC through Ethernet
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Flexible integration with various AIS compatible radar and chart plotters
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AIS Viewer software for PC (Standard supply)
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Sturdy design mounts easily on a bulkhead
STANDARDS
IMO MSC.140(76), IEC 62287-1, ITU-R M.1371-2,
DSC ITU R M.825-3, IEC 60945 Ed.4
TRANSPONDER UNIT
TX/RX Frequency 156.025 MHz to 162.025 MHz
GPS RECEIVER
Receiving Channels 12 channels parallel, 12 satellites tracking
Rx Frequency 1575.42 MHz
Rx Code C/A code
Position Accuracy 10 m (HDOP 4)
INTERFACE
COM RS-422/IEC 61162-1
Ethernet 10/100BASE-T
Input: ACK, BBM, DTM, GBS, GGA, GLL, GNS, HDT,
OSD, RMC, SSD, VBW, VSD, VTG, AIQ, DSC,
DSE, PFEC
Output: VDM, VDO, ABK, ACA, ACS, ALR, TXT, PFEC
POWER SUPPLY 12-24 VDC 2.0-1.0 A
ENVIRONMENT
Temprature
Transponder Unit: -15 to +55°C
Antenna Unit: -30 to +70°C
Waterproofing
Transponder Unit: IP20
Antenna Unit: IPx6
EQUIPMENT LIST
Standard
1. AIS Transponder FA-50
2. GPS Antenna GPA-017S or GPS/VHF Combined Antenna GVA-100-T
with Distribution Box DB-1 (Optional VHF antenna is needed.)
3. AIS Viewer FAISPC-MX
4. Installation Materials and Spare Parts
Option
1. VHF Antenna 150M-W2VN
2. Antenna Cable Set (30/50 m)
3. Antenna Base
4. Power Supply Unit PR-240
5. LAN Cable (2/10 m) for the connection with a PC
6. LAN Cable (1/5/10/20/30 m) for the connection with NavNet vx2
2- 5
R6
5 0.2”
R2.5
219 8.6”
144 5.7”
12 0.5”
44
1.7”
230 9.1”
255 10.0” 90 3.5”
The Automatic Identification System (AIS) improves the safety level of boating by exchanging
information about the status of your ship with other AIS-equipped craft nearby. The system
utilizes VHF broadcasts to handle information about the surrounding area, such as other
craft and buoys and other aids-to-navigation.
The AIS data includes target position, course and speed over ground, allowing you to
foresee the course changes of particular targets. AIS targets are constantly visible even when
they are shrouded in fog, in darkness, behind headlands, river bends or other obstructions.
AIS
DATA
Comparison between Class-A and Class-B
Antenna Unit
(Separate)
VHF Antenna
150M-W2VN
GPS Antenna
GPA-017S
Antenna Unit
(Combined)
VHF Antenna
150M-W2VN
GPS/VHF
Combined
Antenna
GVA-100-T
INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM
SENSOR
• GPS
• Gyrocompass
• Speedlog
• Satellite Compass
EXTERNAL DISPLAY
• NavNet 3D
• NavNet vx2
• Radar
FAR-21x7/28x7
• Plotter
GP-7000/F
• ECDIS
FEA-21x7/28x7
• Pilotplug
AIS INTERFACE
IF-1500AIS
NavNet Series
• NavNet 3D
• NavNet vx2
AIS Transponder
FA-50
12-24 VDC24 VDC
RS-422
2m
Ethernet
10/100BASE-T
HUB
Radar
• FR-8xx2 series
option or local supply
PC
PC AIS Viewer
FAISPC-MX
100/110/
115/200/
220/230
VAC
AIS Viewer
FAISPC-MX
NavNet Series
• NavNet 3D
• NavNet vx2
Distribution Box
DB-1
Power Supply Unit
PR-240
or
* Usually FA-50 uses the internal GPS. When connecting the external GPS, use one which satisfies
the followings.
1) Outputs DTM sentence. (WGS-84 can be chosen.)
2) Outputs GBS sentence.
3) Outputs sentences with the mode indicator;
GNS: Ver. 3.0 or later GLL: Ver. 2.0 or later GGA: Ver. 2.0 or later RMC: Ver. 1.5 or later
4) The measured result of internal and external GPSs should be within 26 m. (These antenna should
be located within 6 m.)
3 min.
10 sec.
10 sec.
3 1/3 sec.
6 sec.
2 sec.
2 sec.
2 sec.
Class-A
SOLAS vessel
SOTDMA (Self Organized Time Division Multiple Access)
Reserves a particular time slot and negotiates the use of that time slot
with other Class-A vessels within radio range.
156.025 - 162.025 MHz
Variable by ship speed and course
Ships status "at anchour" and not moving faster than 3 kt
Ships status "at anchour" and moving faster than 3 kt
Ships operating in SOLAS mode, moving 0 - 14 kt
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving 0 - 14 kt and
changing course
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving 14 - 23 kt
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving 14 - 23 kt and
changing course
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving faster 23 kt
Ship operating in SOLAS mode, moving faster 23 kt and
changing course
Class-B
Non-SOLAS vessel
CSTDMA (Carrier Sensing Time Division Multiple Access)
Uses any time slot as and when it is available. If no slot is available,
Class-B AIS tries to access to the slot again after a pre-set time.
156.025 - 162.025 MHz (Same as Class-A)
2-step fixing by ship speed
Moving less than 2 kt: 3 min.
Moving faster than 2 kt: 30 sec.
Vessel applied
Access scheme
Frequency Range
Update Interval
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07125U Printed in Japan
Catalogue No. N-868