ACR Electronics NAUTICAST inland AIS User manual

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1STARTING THE NAUTICAST.............................................................................................................5
1.1 Initial Set Up of the NAUTICAST™for operation.....................................................................5
1.2 Entering the MMSI / IMO / DAC / ESN Numbers.......................................................................6
1.3 Entering Ship Settings...............................................................................................................8
1.4 Entering Voyage Related Data ..................................................................................................9
1.5 Service and User Passwords ..................................................................................................13
2 INLAND AIS USER INTERFACE.....................................................................................16
2.1 NAUTICAST™Keyboard .........................................................................................................16
2.2 Explanation of the “Cursor Cross”.........................................................................................16
2.3 Explanation of the Num-Locked and [NUM] Functions.........................................................17
2.4 Explanation of the Soft Keys...................................................................................................17
2.5 Safety Keys...............................................................................................................................17
3NAUTICASTSCREENS ..................................................................................................................18
3.1 Navigation Screen....................................................................................................................18
3.1.1 Own Vessel Data ................................................................................................................................... 19
3.1.2 Other Vessel Data .................................................................................................................................20
3.1.3 Short Header..........................................................................................................................................20
3.1.4 Other Vessel Details .............................................................................................................................. 21
3.2 Menu Structure.........................................................................................................................23
3.3 Main Menu ................................................................................................................................23
3.4.1 Messages...............................................................................................................................................24
3.4.2 AIS Status..............................................................................................................................................24
3.4.3 Voyage Settings (User Password Protected) .....................................................................................24
3.4.4 Ship Settings (User Password Protected) ..........................................................................................25
3.4.5 Transponder Configuration (User Password Protected) ....................................................................25
3.4.6 Service Configuration (Service Password Protected) ........................................................................25
3.4.7 Display Settings .....................................................................................................................................26
3.4.8 Graphical Display Settings.....................................................................................................................26
3.5 Sub-Menus Detailed.................................................................................................................27
3.5.1 Messages...............................................................................................................................................27
3.5.2 AIS Status..............................................................................................................................................39
3.5.3 Voyage Settings (User Password Protected) ........................................................................................42
3.5.4 Ship Settings (User Password Protected) ............................................................................................. 47
3.5.5 Transponder Configuration (User Password Protected) .......................................................................50
3.5.6 Service Configuration (Service Password Protected)............................................................................60
3.5.7 Display Settings .....................................................................................................................................68
3.6 Graphical User Interface (GUI)................................................................................................68
3.6.1 Switching between the Views ................................................................................................................70
3.6.2 The Radar View .....................................................................................................................................71
3.6.3 The Fairway View ..................................................................................................................................75
3.6.4 Message and Alarm Handling................................................................................................................79
3.6.5 Configuration of the Graphical Display ..................................................................................................80
4SAFETY FUNCTIONS ...........................................................................................................................85
4.1 MOB Person over Board..........................................................................................................86
4.2 Activating the SRM Safety Related Message Button.............................................................87
5TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................................90
5.1 Reading and understanding Alarms:......................................................................................90
5.2 Alarm Codes.............................................................................................................................91
5.3 Text Messages .........................................................................................................................92
5.4 Restarting the NAUTICAST™..................................................................................................92
6CONTACT AND SUPPORT INFORMATION ...............................................................................................92
7APPENDIX ..........................................................................................................................................93
7.1 Explanation of commonly used Abbreviations......................................................................93
7.2 ERI ship types ..........................................................................................................................94
7.3 Password Settings...................................................................................................................97
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History of Changes
Date
Version
Rev.
Status
Comments
Responsible
2005-11-01
1.0.0
A
Released
Initial Release
A. Lesch
2006-07-25
1.0.1
B
Released
Editorial work

2006-11-06
1.0.2
C
Released
Screen Display Updates

2008-12-05
1.0.5
D
Released
Update according to VTT&T,
Adaptation for new function in
Software 2.0.S116.W225,
Factory Password handling,
removed reference to specific
default password and noted
this is now on the protective
cover on the unit display.
C. Kabinger, B.
Werner
2009-09-15
1.0.7
E
Released
Screen display updates due to
the changes during the
certification process ITU-R
M.1371-3
A. Lesch
2009-10-27
1.0.8
F
Released
Software dependencies
B. Werner
2010-05-12
1.0.9
G
Released
New function water levels
B. Werner
Software dependencies
This revision of the Manual is valid for the Software version (s) below stated and future versions
unless otherwise noted (ref.: www.acrelectronics.com / www.acr-europe.com .
Date
AIS software
Version
Status
Comments
Responsible
2010-05-25
2.0.S116.A526
Released
New water level message
A. Lesch
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1 Starting the NAUTICAST™
1.1 Initial Set Up of the NAUTICAST™for operation
NOTE: AUTHORITIES MANDATE THAT YOU ENTER THIS INFORMATION.
After installing the antennas and hardware the following User, Voyage related and Ship Settings
data needs to be entered. Upon Start-up (Applying power) enter the following information.
a) Enter MMSI Number - See paragraph 1.2 on entering information. During the initial boot or
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done, the system does not transmit. This appears as Alarm-

b) Enter IMO Number, Designated Area Code (DAC) and European Ship Number (ESN) - See
paragraph 1.2 on entering information.
c) Select AIS Mode According to the local requirements you have to select the AIS Mode
between Inland AIS or SOLAS AIS. See paragraph on altering this information.
d) Ship Settings Data - After initial entry of the Ship Settings Data any changes in the
information below should be edited accordingly. See Paragraph 0 on entering information.
Enter Call Sign
Enter Ships Name
Enter Length of Ship
Enter Beam of Ship
Enter Internal GPS antenna Position
Enter External GPS Antenna Position (If Applicable).
Enter Ship Type
e) Voyage related Data After initial entry of the Voyage related Data any changes in the
information below should be edited accordingly. See paragraph 1.4 on entering information.
Enter Cargo Type
Enter Draught
Enter Destination
Enter ETA
Enter Navigation Status.
f) Password Service and User passwords see section 1.5 and Appendix 7.3
LAT: N/A SOG: N/A 00/00/00
LON: N/A COG: N/A 24:60:60
IntN/A: STOP ! 7A 1T
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Time 24:60 00/00
[!] ALARM ID:56
AIS: ENTER MMSI NUMBER
Please press OK to enter MMSI number!
Tx temporary suppressed
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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| OK | | |
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1.2 Entering the MMSI / IMO / DAC / ESN Numbers
Select from the Main Menu “Service Configuration” Number 6. The default password from the
factory is mentioned on your AIS display at the protection foil. (see Appendix 7.3 for password
information). Enter Service Password and use the up and down arrows on keypad to select
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Input your MMSI and IMO number and press Save to store data. Unit will reboot itself after
pressing Save. Continue to 4.2 after reboot, if no IMO number is available use the value 0 (Zero).
Service Configuration Menu Example:
NOTE: MMSI and IMO Data input are limited to 9 characters.
N 1o19' E 0o13' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
|----------------------------------
| Menu
-----| |
| +- 1. Messages
View | +- 2. AIS Status
| +- 3. Voyage Settings
-----| +- 4. Ship Settings
| +- 5. Transponder Configuration
Msg. | +- 6. Service Configuration
| +- 7. Display Settings
-----| +- 8. Graphical Display Settings
|
Displ|
----------------------------------------
NUM|Select->| | |<-Back
N 1o21' E 0o14' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
|----------------------------------
| 6. Service Configuration
-----| |
| +- 1. Change Service Password
View | +- 2. User Password Settings
| +- 3. Change MMSI / IMO
-----| +- 4. Change DAC / ESN
| +- 5. Change AIS Mode
Msg. | +- 6. Restore Factory Settings
|
-----|
|
Displ|
----------------------------------------
NUM| Select->| | |<-Back
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No. 4 on the
keyboard.
Input new DAC / ESN Numbers and press [Save] to store input data. Press [Back] to return to the
Submenu without saving.
NOTE: 
different 3 digit value if your authority wants you to do this. Otherwise you may lose important AIS
information. The ESN (European Ship Number) is limited to 8 ASCII characters.
N 1o21' E 0o14' |1> N/A|2>0.00|3>0.10nm
********** Change MMSI / IMO ***********
MMSI :119302468
IMO No.:303174162
----------------------------------------
NUM| Save | | | Back
N 1o21' E 0o14' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
|----------------------------------
| 6. Service Configuration
-----| |
| +- 1. Change Service Password
View | +- 2. User Password Settings
| +- 3. Change MMSI / IMO
-----| +- 4. Change DAC / ESN
| +- 5. Change AIS Mode
Msg. | +- 6. Restore Factory Settings
|
-----|
|
Displ|
----------------------------------------
NUM| Select->| | |<-Back
N 1o21' E 0o14' |1> N/A|2>0.00|3>0.10nm
*********** Change DAC / ESN ***********
DAC : 200
ESN : A123456B
----------------------------------------
NUM| Save | | | Back
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1.3 Entering Ship Settings
           . The default
password from the factory is mentioned on your AIS display at the protection foil. (see Appendix
7.3 for password information). Enter Password and use the up and down arrows to edit Ship
Settings then press Enter or the numeric reference on the keypad to select and edit.
Save after editing.
Main Menu Example:
Select Ship Settings and press M5 [Enter]. Enter User Password and Continue.
Ship Settings Menu Example:
Select and enter Call Sign (ATIS).
Select and enter Ship Name.
Enter external GPS Antenna Position
Enter internal GPS Antenna Position
Enter ship len and beam in [dm]
Setting the Internal and External GPS Antenna Position.
Note: It is critical for the proper orientation of your ship to other AIS users to enter this data
accurately.
Example: Length of ship = 220m and Beam = 43m.
N 1 o23' E 0 o16' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
|----------------------------------
| Menu
-----| |
| +- 1. Messages
View | +- 2. AIS Status
| +- 3. Voyage Settings
-----| +- 4. Ship Settings
| +- 5. Transponder Configuration
Msg. | +- 6. Service Configuration
| +- 7. Display Settings
-----| +- 8. Graphical Display Settings
|
Displ|
----------------------------------------
NUM|Select->| | |<-Back
N/A N/A |1> N/A|2> N/A|3> N/Anm
*********** Convoy Settings ************
Call Sign:OEZ1234 /\+
ShipName :INLAND SHIP / \|
Ref.Points ext int | |
A: 200m 220m | A
B: 20m N/A | |
C: 10m 10m | +--|
D: 33m 33m | | B
Len (A+B): 220m 220m | | |
Beam(C+D): 43m 43m +-C-+D-+
Len [dm]: 2199dm
Beam [dm]: 429dm
>>> DATA OK. PRESS M5 TO SAVE DATA <<<
----------------------------------------
| Save | | | Back
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GPS ANTENNA location on ship (is x in above Menu example) is located 200 meters from bow (A)
and 33 Meters from Starboard side (D).
Note: If no external GPS is connected, then enter same data as for internal GPS. External GPS
antenna reference point must be filled in before you can save.
Ref.Points ext (Position of the external GPS antenna)
A = 200m the distance from bow (front) to the antenna.
B= 20m the distance from the antenna to the stern (rear)
C = 10m the distance from the port (left) side to the antenna
D = 33m the distance from the antenna to the starboard (right) side
Enter Ref.Point int (location of the internal GPS antenna) in the same way.
A = 220m the distance from bow (front) to the antenna.
B= 0m the distance from the antenna to the stern (rear)
C = 10m the distance from the port (left) side to the antenna
D = 33m the distance from the antenna to the starboard (right) side
Your int/ext reference points must match the entered ship dimensions. Length of ship = 220m and
Beam = 43m. For incorrect dimension the AIS shows:
>>> ext/int ship len/beam don't match
Rounded up value of Len and Beam in [dm] must match Len (A+B) and Beam (C+D) in [m] other
the AIS shows:
>>> Convoy len must match rounded A+B
After correct settings of the reference points and dimensions you can press M5 - [Save]. to save
your settings:
>>> DATA OK. PRESS M5 TO SAVE DATA <<<
1.4 Entering Voyage Related Data
            The default
password from the factory is mentioned on your AIS display at the protection foil. (see Appendix
7.3 for password information). Enter Password and use the up and down arrows to edit Voyage
Related data then press Enter or the numeric reference on the keypad to select and edit.
Save after editing.
Main Menu Example:
N 1 o20' E 0 o13' |1> N/A|2>0.00|3>0.10nm
|----------------------------------
| Menu
-----| |
| +- 1. Messages
View | +- 2. AIS Status
| +- 3. Voyage Settings
-----| +- 4. Ship Settings
| +- 5. Transponder Configuration
Msg. | +- 6. Service Configuration
| +- 7. Display Settings
-----| +- 8. Graphical Display Settings
|
Displ|
----------------------------------------
NUM|Select->| | |<-Back
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Sub Menu
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keyboard.
Draught: Scroll the Data Fields with [Enter] and input own vessel data. Enter a SOLAS draught in
meter (max. = 20.00m).
Airdraught: Enter air-draught value in centimeter (max. = 4000cm).
NavStat: Enter Navigation state, toggle with [left] and [right] cursor key.
Save the new settings by pressing [Save], and return to the Main Menu Screen by pressing [Exit].
Press [Exit] to return to the Main Menu without saving any changes.
N 1 o18' E 0 o12' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
|----------------------------------
| 3. Voyage Settings
-----| |
| +- 1. General Settings
View | +- 2. Cargo / Voyage
| +- 3. Persons on Board
-----| +- 4. Destination
|
Msg. |
|
-----|
|
Displ|
|
----------------------------------------
NUM|Select->| | |<-Back
N48^12' E 16^26' |1> N/A|2> N/A|3> N/Anm
******* General Settings / Tx1W ********
Draught[x.xx m]:N/A
Airdraught[cm] :N/A
NavStat. : Undefined
1 Watt : Off
> NavStat : NOK (Moored)
> SOG : NOK ( <3kn )
> ShipType : NOK (Tanker)
----------------------------------------
NUM| Save | | | Exit
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by pressing No. 2
on the keyboard.
Toggle the values for the ERI ship type (see Appendix 7.2), the hazardous cargo by the number of
Blue Cones [0-3, B-Flag, Default/Unknown], and the loaded / unloaded status Un/ Loaded
[Loaded, Unloaded].
Save the new settings by pressing [Save], and return to the Main Menu Screen by pressing [Exit].
The ERI ship types, which are used in Inland message 10, are automatically converted to the IMO
types which are used in IMO message 5 (refer to Appendix 7.2.).Press [Back] to return to the Main
Menu without saving any changes.
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the keyboard.
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this sum will be used for the AIS messages. How to use this menu to transfer PoB information
will be described in detail in the User Manual.
            No. 4 on the
keyboard.
Select between mask input and direct input of the destination string.
N48^12' E 16^26' |1> N/A|2> N/A|3>0.00nm
******** Cargo/Voyage Settings *********
ERI ship type :<Vessel, type unknown>
SOLAS shiptype: N/A or no ship
Cargo type : - - -
Blue cones : Default/Unknown
(Un) Loaded : Default/Unknown
----------------------------------------
| Save | | | Exit
N 1o18' E 0o12' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
************* PoB Settings *************
Crew Members:0-254 (255 = unknown = default)
Passenger :0-8190(8191= unknown = default)
S. Personal :0-254 (255 = unknown = default)
--------------------------
Total :nnnn Members
M6: Send addressed PoB Message
M7: Broadcast PoB Message
----------------------------------------
Num| Save |Addressed |Broadcast | Exit
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Mask input:
Scroll the Data Fields with [Enter] and input the UN destination codes as well as the ETA
(estimated time of arrival) data.
Save the new settings by pressing [Save], and return to the Main Menu Screen by pressing [Exit].
Press [Exit] to return to the Main Menu without saving any changes.
String Input:
Direct input of all entries above as string.
NOTE: All characters are allowed. Its in the users responsibility to enter the correct length for all
entries. The above mask would be entered as:
The ETA must be entered separately in the according field.
N 1o18' E 0o12' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
************* Destination***************
use mask [*]/[ ] input string
UN Country :NL
UN Location :DOR
Fairway section:02552
Terminal code :LEUVE
Fairway hector :00000
ETA(MMDDhhmm) :10/31 10:05
----------------------------------------
| Save | | | Exit
N 1o18' E 0o12' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
************* Destination***************
use mask [*]/[ ] input string
UN Country :NL
UN Location :DOR
Fairway section:02552
Terminal code :LEUVE
Fairway hector :00000
ETA(MMDDhhmm) :10/31 10:05
----------------------------------------
| Save | | | Exit
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1.5 Service and User Passwords
WARNING: It is very important that the Service password not be lost. The default
password from the factory is mentioned on your AIS display at the protection foil. (see Appendix
7.3 for password information). Keeping the password in a second location may be wise.
Memorizing the password is best. If you lose this password, you cannot make any further
configuration changes: Access to the AIS is blocked. Another master key is not available and the
unit would have to be returned to the ACR Service centre. This service is not free of charge.
Once you have entered the system, please change the default password to your own passwords,
for both levels of access. Use different passwords for the different security levels. Your passwords
must meet the following criteria:
Minimum of six (6) characters, maximum of eight (8) characters
Letters must be in UPPER CASE
Acceptable characters are the A-Z alphabet and 0- 9 digits
Password may contain both letters and numbers
The User Password can be reset in the service configuration menu by entering the Service
Configuration menu and creating a new password.
Changing the Service Password
button [Up] & [Down] or press
Number 6 on the keyboard.
The password query field appears. Input default Service Password and press M5 [Enter].
             
Number 1 on the keyboard.
N 1o24' E 0o17' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
----------------------------------------
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Service password protected!
Please enter service password:
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
----------------------------------------
| Enter | | | Exit
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Service Menu Example:
Service Password Menu Example:
Enter the new Password: Then push Enter (M5).
Repeat the new Password: Then Push Enter (M5).
A minimum of 6, a maximum of 8 characters are allowed. Should the new password include
numbers, use the shift key to generate them.
Press Save to store the change.
N48^12' E 16^26' |1> N/A|2>0.00|3>0.00nm
|----------------------------------
| 6. Service Configuration
-----| |
| +- 1. Change Service Password
View | +- 2. User Password Settings
| +- 3. Change MMSI / IMO
-----| +- 4. Change DAC / ENI
| +- 5. Change AIS Mode
Msg. | +- 6. Restore Factory Settings
|
-----|
|
Displ|
----------------------------------------
NUM|Select->| | |<-Back
N 1o25' E 0o18' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
******* Change Service Password ********
Enter new password :
Repeat new password:
{Length: 6..8 characters}
----------------------------------------
| Save | | | Back
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Changing the User Password

2 on the keyboard.
wn] by pressing Number
1 on the keyboard.
Enter the new Password. A minimum of 6, a maximum of 8 characters are allowed. Should the new
password include numbers, use the shift key to generate them.
Repeat the new Password.
Press Save to store the changes.
N 1o21' E 0o14' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
|----------------------------------
| 6. Service Configuration
-----| |
| +- 1. Change Service Password
View | +- 2. User Password Settings
| +- 3. Change MMSI / IMO
-----| +- 4. Restore Factory Settings
|
Msg. |
|
-----|
|
Displ|
----------------------------------------
NUM| Select->| | |<-Back
N 1o21' E 0o14' |1>0.01|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
|----------------------------------
| 6-2. User Password Settings
-----| |
| +- 1. Change User Password
View | +- 2. Change Password Protection
|
-----|
|
Msg. |
|
-----|
|
Displ|
----------------------------------------
NUM| Select->| | |<-Back
N 1o25' E 0o18' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
******* Change User Password ***********
Enter new password :
Repeat new password:
{Length: 6..8 characters}
----------------------------------------
| Save | | | Back
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2 NAUTICAST™ Inland AIS User Interface
2.1 NAUTICAST™Keyboard
The NAUTICASTis fitted with a full alphanumeric keyboard, with the following functions:
By pressing any key on the keyboard the letters are addressed.
Number symbols and special characters are addressed by holding down the
shift [] key and simultaneously pressing the chosen key.
The characters ($; %; &; /; (;); <; o; \ ; [; ]; ) can be reached by holding down the Function [Fn] key
and pressing the chosen key.
2.2 Explanation of the “Cursor Cross”
The Cursor Cross allows navigation within the current
screen [Up] [Down] [Left] [Right].
In addition to the actually displayed [Enter] button, the
center of the cursor cross always has the Enter functionality.
Soft Keys [M1] –[M8]
Display
Safety Keys
Cursor
Cross
Enter Key
Keyboard
Ship Details 12 lines
Or
Menu Structure 14 lines
Navigation Screen
Header (1 or 4 lines)
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2.3 Explanation of the Num-Locked and [NUM] Functions
The NUM-Locked function is enabled after pressing the Function [Fn] Key and the Shift [] Key.
It is possible to disable the Num-Lock Function by pressing the Shift [] Key.
NOTE: The NAUTICAST   
when the current application requires numbers, rather than letters to be input. This feature is
enabled when [NUM] appears on the bottom left hand side of the screen.
2.4 Explanation of the Soft Keys
The Soft Keys are divided into vertical static keys [M1-M4] and horizontal dynamic keys [M5-M8],
which differ in function according to the current application.
Soft Key Definition
[M1]
filter option on AIS targets in graphical view
FA (hides received Class A targets)
FB (hides received Class B targets)
[M2]
Display Modes
This Soft Key allows toggling between the different Display Modes.
[M3]:
Safety Message
This Soft Key allows direct Message Writing. Either broadcast or addressed messages
can be sent in this mode. Pending alarms could be accessed by this Soft Key
[M4]:
Display Settings - Brightness and Contrast Regulator
This Soft Key allows the Display Settings to be changed between Daytime,
and Nighttime Modes.
[Menu]:
Go to Main Menu or return to the Navigation View Screen.
[M5] [M8]:
These Soft Keys are described in individual screens
2.5 Safety Keys
The NAUTICASTis fitted with Safety Keys, which allow the user to automatically send urgent
messages without the necessity of navigating the Menus.
[MOB]
The MOB Button sends out precise position of an MOB incident to Addressed
Vessels, therefore allowing the message to be sent to a vessel closest to
accident location.
[SRM]
The SRM Button sends out emergency Broadcast Safety Related Messages to
all ships in the Vessel Listing.
NOTE: For detailed description of the Safety Functions see Chapter 4.
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3 NAUTICAST™Screens
The advanced version of the NAUTICASToffers three display modes:
Navigation Screen - Standard screen, automatically visible
Menu Structure - Visible after pressing the [Menu] Soft Key
Graphical User Interface - The Graphical User Interface is visible after pressing the [M2] Soft
Key (new mode)
3.1 Navigation Screen
This screen provides the user with Navigation Data from their own vessel and lists all other vessels
within receiving range. This screen automatically appears after a period of 60 seconds of user
inactivity on the Transponder.
Lines 1 4 of the Navigation Screen represent your own vessels data (display Latitude and
Longitude, Speed Over Ground, Course Over Ground, Heading, Date and the UTC). After line 5, all
data refers to other vessels within receiving range.
Dynamic Keys: Navigation Screen
[M5]
Select desired vessel
for Vessel Details
[Up] /
[Down]
Scroll Vessel Listing
Pages
[Enter]
Select desired vessel for
Vessel Details
[Left] /
[Right]
Scroll Vessel Listing
Pages
LAT:N 1o27.845'ExtSOG:34.6kn 11/26/06
LON:E 0o21.289'ExtCOG:173.0 o 10:52:26
IntGPS: 3D A/ ExtHDT:222 o Reg6 ! 3A 2T
BlueSign: ON **RTA** AISMode: INLAND
001/021..ShipName....RNG.BRG..SOG..COG..
DOREEN [Cl-A] N/A 120 22.2 301.5
FINE EAGLE [Cl-A] 0.00 N/A 13.1 359.9
SYLVAEPSILON [Cl-A] 0.10 23 32.1 203.2
ESSOTOKYO [Cl-A] 0.43 99 10.0 120.3
KATHARGO [Cl-B] 0.59 342 21.2 50.0
SANEI [Cl-A] 0.80 272 32.1 270.1
KATOO [Cl-A] 1.00 321 21.2 200.8
ID=002319999_[Base] 1.34 277 0.0 0.0
MINILOG [Cl-A] 1.96 201 21.7 102.2
ALIBRAHIMYA [Cl-A] 2.66 340 22.1 30.3
EWALD M [Cl-A] 2.75 121 N/A N/A
ID=231919191 [SAR ] 3.36 66 24.1 2.9>
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3.1.1 Own Vessel Data
LAT:N 1°27.845'ExtSOG:34.6kn 05/26/06
LON:E 0°21.289'ExtCOG:173.0° 10:52:26
LAT:
Latitude
LON:
Longitude
Date:
The actual UTC - date (MM.DD.YY) and time (hh.mm.ss) are displayed on the top
right hand corner of this view.
IntGPS: 3D A/ ExtHDT:222° Reg6
IntGPS
Indicates normal or differential mode of GPS position.
2D or 3D: Indicates the precision of the GPS result.
Indicates the used position source:
intGPS. = internal GNSS receiver
extGPS = external GNSS receiver (sensors)
A/B: (A or B)
Indicates the last transmitting channel in use.
ExtHDT
True Heading
Reg:
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then the vessel is traveling on high sea and is outside a predefined region.
Message (SRM) Indication
LAT:N 1o27.845'ExtSOG:34.6kn *3S
Queued safety related messages, e.g. *3S are displayed in the date field (instead of the date) in the above
example 3 Safety Related (3S) Messages are queued, and await viewing and handling (acknowledgement or
reply) in the Message Inbox History.
Alarm (ALR) and Text (TXT) Indication
IntGPS: 3D /B Reg6 ! 3A 2T
Queued alarms or messages, e.g. ! 3A 2T are displayed in the 3rd line in the above example
3 (3A) Alarms and 2 (2T) Text Messages are in queue, and await viewing and handling (acknowledgement
and reaction).
BlueSign Indication
BlueSign: ON **RTA** AISMode: INLAND
    - switch. The Blue Sign information will be
transmitted in the position message an indicated in this field. N/A (see chapter
3.5.5 0! OFFON
RTA Indication
BlueSign: ON **RTA** AISMode: INLAND
received Requested Time of Arrival. The content of this message could be seen in the
Message Menu.
Inland Indication
BlueSign: ON **RTA** AISMode: INLAND
The AIS-Mode indicator shows the actual configured mode of the NAUTICAST. The NAUTICAST could be
used as INLAND AIS and as SOLAS Product.
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3.1.2 Other Vessel Data
001/021..SHIPNAME....RNG.BRG..SOG..COG..
001/021
(E.g: Vessel 01 of 021) current or selected Vessel/ Total number of Vessels
(max. 256 Vessels)
ShipName:
Name of the Ship and AIS Type:
Cl-A: SOLAS Class-A Ship
Cl-B: Leisure Craft
Base: Base station
SAR : Search and Rescue Aircraft
RNG
Vessel Range
Note: The vessel closest to own ship, or where position data is unknown
(N/A), is listed first.
BRG
Vessel True Bearing
SOG
Speed Over Ground
COG
Course Over Ground
A maximum of 12 vessels are displayed on the screen. If more than 12 vessels are currently being
received, the symbol [>] on the right bottom appears, indicating that there are further vessels to be
seen in the Vessel Listing. By pressing the [Right] key, it is possible to scroll to the next page for
further Vessel Listing, by pressing the [Left], the user scrolls back to the previous page.
Further details on any individual vessel can be obtained by scrolling down and selecting the
desired vessel by pressing [Enter]. A full explanation of the Vessel Details is given in the following
section.
3.1.3 Short Header
A constant overview of the most important AIS navigation details, including own position and
distance of the three closest vessels is always displayed the first line. This information appears in

N 1o21 E 0 o 14' |1>0.10|2>1.30|3>1.80nm
Own Vessel Position: N 1 o21' E 0 o14'
1> Closest vessel situated 0.10 nm away
2> Second closest vessel situated 1.30nm away
3> Third closest vessel situated 1.80nm away
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