AMEC CYPHO-101 Series User manual

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Version 1.34

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The equipment said in this manual must only be used to which it was designed. Improper
operation or installation may cause damages to the equipment or personal injury. 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
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.
Do not open the case of the
equipment. Only qualified
personnel could work inside the
equipment.
WARNING
WARNING
TURN OFF THE POWER IMMEDIATELY
IF WATER LEAKS INTO THE
EQUIPMENT OR OBJECT DROPS INTO
THE EQUIPMENT.
Continue operating the equipment could
cause electrical shock or fire. Contact your
nearest distributor for service.
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR MODIFY
THE EQUIPMENT.
Improper disassemble or modification
could cause electrical shocks, fire, or
personal injury.
DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID-FILLED
CONTAINER ON TOP OF THE
EQUIPMENT.
Improper disassemble or modification
could cause electrical shocks, fire, or
personal injury.
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.
AVOID OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT
WITH WET HANDS.
Electrical shocks could be resulted if
operating with wet hands.
PLEASE USE THE PROPER FUSE.
Damage to the equipment or fire could be
resulted if using the wrong fuse.

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FOREWORD
ALLTEK MARINE ELECTRONICS (hereinafter called “AMEC”) thank you for choosing our
CYPHO-101 Series Automatic Identification System Receiver. No matter where you sail, and
how you should enjoy your voyage journey, we are confident that having our CYPHO-101 AIS
receiver on board would just let you have a better control on your surrounding sea.
The equipment you have purchased is with precision performance and quality. Each of AMEC‟s
equipment has been strictly tested to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environment.
Unless improper use or false installation or maintenance, the equipment should be properly
functioned at its best.
Thank you again for choosing AMEC product and wish you a bon voyage.

Table of Contents
I. COPY RIGHT & DISCLAIMER
II. WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTION
III. FORWARD Page
1 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................1
1.1 CYPHO-101 Overview.......................................................................................................1
1.2 Type of AIS........................................................................................................................2
1.3 AIS Message Type ............................................................................................................2
1.4 About This Manual............................................................................................................3
1.5 Important Notice...............................................................................................................4
2 INSTALLATION...............................................................................................5
2.1 General..............................................................................................................................5
2.1.1 Safety Instructions...................................................................................................5
2.1.2 Unpacking and Handling the Unit...........................................................................6
2.1.3 Items in the Package................................................................................................6
2.2 Installation Procedure......................................................................................................8
2.2.1 Installation Precautions...........................................................................................8
2.2.2 Step by Step Installation Instructions ....................................................................9
2.2.3 Connector Pin Definition and Wiring....................................................................14
2.2.4 VHF Antenna Installation.......................................................................................24
2.2.5 GPS Antenna Installation (CYPHO-101G only) ....................................................24
2.2.6 Antenna Cabling.....................................................................................................25
2.2.7 CYPHO-101 Series External Connections............................................................26
2.3 USB Driver Installation...................................................................................................27
2.4 AMEC CYPHO Configuration Software Installation.....................................................29
2.5 AMEC AIS Viewer Software Installation........................................................................31
3 GET STARTED..............................................................................................36
3.1 Turning Power ON / OFF................................................................................................36
3.2 Front Panel LED Indicators ...........................................................................................37
4 AMEC AIS VIEWER DESCRIPTION.............................................................38
4.1 RS-232 Serial Port Selection .........................................................................................38

4.2 Running AMEC AIS Viewer............................................................................................39
4.3 Display Indications.........................................................................................................41
4.3.1 Block 1: Screen View.............................................................................................41
4.3.2 Block 2: Main Menu................................................................................................45
4.3.3 Block 3: My Vessel’s Position Information ..........................................................54
4.3.4 Block 4: Ship List...................................................................................................55
4.3.5 Block 5: Ship Details Information.........................................................................56
5 APPENDIX....................................................................................................60
5.1 Product Specifications...................................................................................................60
5.2 Dimensions.....................................................................................................................62
5.3 Accessories (Optional)...................................................................................................64
5.4 Trouble Shooting............................................................................................................64
5.4.1 Diagnosis by LED Indicators.................................................................................64
5.4.2 Problem Analysis...................................................................................................65
6 AMEC WORLD WIDE WARRANTY..............................................................66
7 FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ............................................................68
8 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY..............................................................69
9 ACRONYMS..................................................................................................69

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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 CYPHO-101 Overview
The AMEC CYPHO-101 is an AIS receiver. It receives navigation data from AIS-equipped
vessels nearby that can be utilized to aid in safe navigation. CYPHO-101 is designed to
inter-operable with AIS Class A or Class B transponders, or any other AIS station operating on
the AIS VHF data link.
CYPHO-101 is built with two parallel AIS receivers in one box. The default frequencies are
standard marine VHF AIS channels, i.e. 161.975 and 162.025 MHz. Having CYPHO-101 AIS
receiver 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, etc.), static information (ship name,
MMSI, call sign, etc.), and voyage related information (cargo type, destination, etc.) from any
vessels nearby equipped with AIS device.
There are three CYPHO-101 models available fromAMEC: CYPHO-101, CYPHO-101E, and
CYPHO-101G*. The difference between these three models is shown in the table below.
Table 1-1 Models of CYPHO-101 Series
Model
VHF
Antenna
Interface
GPS
Antenna
Interface
NMEA
Interface
RS-232
Interface
Power /
USB
Interface
Power
Interface
CYPHO-101
V
V
V
V
CYPHO-101E
V
V*
V
CYPHO-101G
V
V
V*
V
V
*NOTE: The wiring of NMEA interface for CYPHO-101E & CYPHO-101G is slightly different to
the NMEA interface for CYPHO-101. See Section 2.2.3 for details.

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Either RS-232 or USB interface can be used to link with external PC. However, both
interfaces can not be used simultaneously. The RS-232 interface shall be used if baud
rate setting is needed. In current CYPHO-101 design, the USB interface can only send
signals and messages from CYPHO-101 to external PC, but not in the reverse direction.
CYPHO-101 series are IPX5 waterproofed providing protection against ocean
environment. It complies with international IEC 60945 standard and has gained CE/FCC
conformity. It will be your smart choice to ensure you with happy and safety journey.
1.2 Type of AIS
There are different types of AIS device as described below. The CYPHO-101 is an AIS receiver.
Table 1-2 Type of AIS
Class A AIS
Transponder
‧Transmits and receives AIS signal.
‧Intended for vessels meeting the requirements of IMO AIS carriage
requirement.
‧It is mandatory for all commercial vessels that exceed 300 tons to be
equipped with Class AAIS.
Class B AIS
Transponder
‧Transmits and receives AIS signal.
‧Not necessarily in full accord with IMO AIS carriage requirements.
‧It is not mandatory for vessels to be equipped with Class B AIS.
‧Suitable for recreational vessel, in enhancing its safety at sea.
AIS
Receiver
‧Only receives AIS signal.
‧Does not have transmitter to send outAIS signal.
‧Suitable for recreational vessel that does not want to send out its vessel
information.
1.3 AIS Message Type
The CYPHO-101 can receive AIS messages from both class A and class B AIS transponders.
The message types are listed as below table. The messages in gray color are transmitted only
from class AAIS device.

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Table 1-3 AIS Message Type
Type of Message
Data Details
Static Data
Maritime Mobile Service Identity (hereinafter called “MMSI”) number
IMO number
Call sign and name
Type of ship
Length and beam
GPS Antenna location
Voyage Related
Data
Draught of the ship
Cargo information
Destination
Estimate Time of Arrival (hereinafter called “ETA”)
Dynamic Data
Position of the vessel
Coordinated Universal Time (hereinafter called “Time in UTC”.)
Course Over Ground (hereinafter called “COG”)
Speed Over Ground (hereinafter called “SOG”)
Heading
Rate of turn
Navigational status
Dynamic Reports
Speed of the ship
Status of the ship
SRM
Alarm
Safety
1.4 About This Manual
The manual contains installation instructions and operating information for CYPHO-101 Series.
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.

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1.5 Important Notice
The intended use of the AMEC CYPHO-101 Series Automatic Identification System Receiver is
to enhance the safety of vessels at sea. However, a few points must be noticed as below:
Under certain regulations, some specified vessels are compulsory to be installed with AIS.
However, this does NOT mean that all vessels will be equipped with ones. Any AIS will NOT
guarantee to monitor and to receive signals from every ship in the surroundings.
AIS acts as aids to navigation in the purpose of decreasing or preventing the possibility of
vessel collision. It is not navigational equipment and does not replace any navigational
system installed on board.
Although an AIS Receiver is operated automatically by itself, the owner or the crew on the
vessel is suggested to maintain a proper look-out 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 such action will not apply on the vessels that are not
equipped with AIS.
Please keep the device at least 3.3 ft (1 m) away from the ship‟s navigation compass.
This product is a marine AIS receiver intended for worldwide use abroad NON SOLAS
vessels.

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WARNING
Warning
注意
2 INSTALLATION
2.1 General
2.1.1 Safety Instructions
Before proceeding with installation, please 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 should work inside 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 FALLING OR WATHER
SPLASH.
Electrical shock or fire could be resulted
if water leaks into the equipment.
PLEASE FOLLOW THIS
INSTRUCTION MANUL TO PROCEED
WITH THE INSTALLATION.
AMEC and your local agent/dealer will
not bare 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 bare
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 accessories included in the standard package are shown in figures below. Contact with your
supplier if there is any shortage.
2.1.3.1 CYPHO-101
Figure 2-1-3-1 CYPHO-101 Package Items
2.1.3.2 CYPHO-101E
Figure 2-1-3-2 CYPHO-101E Package Items
Move and
handle with
caution. Do not
drop or bump.
1.
Visually inspect the
box to ensure it’s
intact.
2.
Unpack the
product on a flat
and level surface.
3.
Unpack the box
with the “this side
up” sign facing up.
Take extra
caution if sharp
objects are
required to
unpacking.
5.
6.
After unpacking,
ensure all
accessories are
included
4.
1. CYPHO-101 x1
2. Power & USB Cable x1
3. NMEA 0183 Cable x1
4. RS-232 Cable x1
5. Screw (1/4”x 1 1/4”) x4
1.
3.
2.
5.
4.
1. CYPHO-101E x1
2. Power Cable x1
3. NMEA 0183 Cable x1
4. Screw (1/4”x 1 1/4”) x 4
1.
3.
2.
4.

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2.1.3.3 CYPHO-101G
2.1.3.4 Standard Supply
Table 2-1-3-4 CYPHO-101 Series Standard Supply
No.
Description
Qty
CYPHO-101
CYHO-101E
CYPHO-101G
1
CYPHO-101G AIS Receiver main unit
1
V
V
V
2
Manual
1
V
V
V
3
Installation
Kit
Power & USB Cable, 1.5m
1
V
V
(Power Cable
only)
V
NMEA 0183 Interface-Cable,
1.5m
1
V
V
V
RS-232 Interface Cable,
1.2m
1
V
V
1/4” x 1 1/4” Screws
4
V
V
V
Software CD: AMEC AIS Configuration,
AMECAIS Viewer, and USB Driver
1
V
V
V
Figure 2-1-3-3 CYPHO-101G Package Items
1. CYPHO-101G x1
2. Power & USB Cable x1
3. NMEA 0183 Cable x1
4. RS-232 Cable x1
5. Screw (1/4”x 1 1/4”) x 4
1.
3.
2.
5.
4.

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2.2 Installation Procedure
2.2.1 Installation Precautions
Do not place or
install the
equipment near
any generator or
engine.
5
Do not place or
install the
equipment
beneath or
near any water
or liquid filled
container.
3
Do not place or
install the
equipment where
damage can occur
due to tripping,
stepping on or
kicked.
4
Install in a safe
environment
that will in no
way come into
contact with rain
or water splash.
1
If a ladder is
required for
installation, use
extra caution
and avoid falls.
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2.2.2 Step by Step Installation Instructions
AMEC CYPHO-101 Series can be installed and mounted on flat surface or may be attached on a
wall as shown below:
Wall Mounting
Figure 2-2-2-1 Installation Overview
Table Stand Mounting

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Figure 2-2-2-2 Installation Instruction
Step 1:
Place the Receiver on the
desired spot for installing.
(Refer to figure 2-2-2-2)
Step 2:
Use the 4 screws (1/4”x 1
1/4”) in the accessories
box to screw into the hole.
(Refer to figure 2-2-2-2)
I. Installation Instructions

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CYPHO-101/101G Cabling Instructions
*NOTE: The picture above is the cabling example of CYPHO-101G whereas CYPHO-101 has no
GPS antenna connector included.
**NOTE: GPS together with AIS data can be outputted to your computer either through RS-232
or USB.
Step 3:
II-a. Cabling Instructions
Step 1:
Connect the GPS cable
to the GPS ANT *.
4
Step 2:
Connect the VHF cable
to the VHF ANT .
5
Connect NMEA 0183
compatible system to the
NMEA interface .
3
Figure 2-2-2-3 CYPHO-101/101G Cabling Instruction
GPS ANT
Connector:
Female TNC type
1
4
3
5
2
VHF ANT
Connector: Female
M type
Power / USB
RS-232
NMEA 0183
Step 4:
Connect RS-232 cable
to your computer**
Step 5:
Connect the Power cable
to the PWR / USB
interface .
1
6
Power Switch
Step 6:
Switch the power to
“ON” and AMEC
CYPHO-101/101G starts
to work.
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2

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CYPHO-101E Cabling Instructions
Step 3:
II-b. Cabling Instructions
Step 1:
Step 2:
Connect the VHF cable
to the VHF ANT .
Connect NMEA 0183
compatible system to the
NMEA interface .
Figure 2-2-2-4 CYPHO-101E Cabling Instruction
VHF ANT
Connector: Female
M type
Power
NMEA 0183
Step 4:
Connect the Power cable
to the Power interface .
1
Power Switch
Switch the power to
“ON” and AMEC
CYPHO-101E starts to
work.
1
4
2
3
4
2
3

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IV. REMARKS
Example for CYPHO-101G Start-Up Setting:
Step 1:
Connect the power cable
with the power input and
turn on the CYPHO-101G
by switching to “ON”.
Set up the GPS and VHF
Antenna in an appropriate spot.
(Refer to section 2.2.4 & 2.2.5)
1
The power voltage of
CYPHO-101 Series are 12 / 24V
DC.
2
Step 2:
Ensure the status indication
light is working properly.
Please refer to Section 3.2
2
INCORRECT INPUT
VOLTAGE WILL RESULT IN
SYSTEM DANGER!
2
1
Figure 2-2-2-5 CYPHO-101G Start-up Setting
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III. Start-Up Setting

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2.2.3 Connector Pin Definition and Wiring
2.2.3.1 CYPHO-101
(1) PWR / USB Connector
An USB connector is attached on the power cable. Please refer to the following table 2-2-3-1-1
and figures for the wiring details. Please install the USB driver if you would like to connect
computer through USB connection (Please refer to Section 2.3). The CYPHO-101 can be
powered from external PC via USB interface if necessary, but it may impact the AIS
receiving performance. It‟s highly recommended that the CYPHO-101 be powered by the
normal PWR cable instead of USB interface.
Figure 2-2-3-1-1 CYPHO-101 PWR/USB Connector Pin-Out at Real Panel Side
Figure 2-2-3-1-2 CYPHO-101 PWR/USB Cable
Table 2-2-3-1-1 CYPHO-101 PWR/USB Wiring Details
Pin
Wire Color
Name
Function
1
--
USB PWR
USB power input, the input should be 5V DC
2
--
D-
USB Data Negative (－)
3
--
D+
USB Data Positive (＋)
4
--
GND
USB Power Ground
5
--
FG
USB Frame Ground
6
White
--
--
7
Black
GND
Power Ground
8
Red
PWR
Positive pole, the input should be 12 / 24V DC