jotron Tron AIS TR-8000 User manual

Tron AIS TR-8000 MkII
AIS Class A / Inland AIS Transponder
Operator and Installation Manual

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Table of Contents
1Manual Revision History ....................................................................................................................5
2Software Revisions ............................................................................................................................5
3Introduction ......................................................................................................................................6
3.1 Safety Instructions........................................................................................................................6
3.2 Compass Safe Distance ................................................................................................................6
3.3 Copyright Notice ..........................................................................................................................6
3.4 Disclaimer Notice .........................................................................................................................6
3.5 Disposal Instructions ....................................................................................................................7
3.6 Ingress protection ........................................................................................................................7
4Operation General Introduction.........................................................................................................8
4.1 About AIS in general.....................................................................................................................8
5Equipment List...................................................................................................................................9
5.1 Standard Supply ...........................................................................................................................9
5.2 Optional accessories ....................................................................................................................9
5.3 Spare parts ...................................................................................................................................9
6Description ......................................................................................................................................10
6.1 Functionality...............................................................................................................................11
6.2 Transponder Unit .......................................................................................................................12
6.3 Display Unit ................................................................................................................................15
7Operational Description...................................................................................................................16
7.1 On/Off button ............................................................................................................................16
7.2 Display Unit menu system..........................................................................................................17
7.3 Voyage Settings..........................................................................................................................25
7.4 Messages....................................................................................................................................30
7.5 Display Settings ..........................................................................................................................35
8Installation ......................................................................................................................................36
8.1 Mechanical Mounting ................................................................................................................36
8.2 Cabling........................................................................................................................................41
8.3 Wiring and Connections.............................................................................................................43
9Initial Configuration .........................................................................................................................60
9.1 Short reference for initial configuration ....................................................................................60
9.2 Not all ships carry AIS.................................................................................................................60
9.3 Use of AIS in collision avoidance ................................................................................................60
9.4 Erroneous information...............................................................................................................61
10 Operating Instructions.....................................................................................................................62
10.1 Own ship ....................................................................................................................................62
10.2 Display settings ..........................................................................................................................65
10.3 Regions.......................................................................................................................................65
10.4 Alarms ........................................................................................................................................73
10.5 Indicators ...................................................................................................................................74
10.6 Advanced....................................................................................................................................75
11 Alarms.............................................................................................................................................87
12 Menu Tree.......................................................................................................................................89
13 List of VHF Channels ........................................................................................................................90
14 Complied Standards.........................................................................................................................91

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15 Outline Drawings .............................................................................................................................92
15.1 Transponder unit........................................................................................................................92
15.2 Display unit: Desktop or Overhead mount.................................................................................93
15.3 Display unit: Flush/Panel mount ................................................................................................94
15.4 SANAV – GPS Marine Antenna ...................................................................................................95
16 Abbreviations and Definitions ..........................................................................................................96
17 Service and Warranty ......................................................................................................................99
17.1 Registration form .....................................................................................................................100
17.2 Trouble Description Form ........................................................................................................101
18 Service Agents ...............................................................................................................................102
19 List of Figures ................................................................................................................................102

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1Manual Revision History
Revision
no.
By
Date
Page(s)
Reason for change
A
AD
02.07.21
First MkII edition; Updated for IEC 61993-2 ed 3, convertet RS-232 to
RS-422/Display port
2Software Revisions
Both Transponder and Display are delivered with SW versions according to the table below. When SW update is
done, a record shall be filed in the” Tron AIS TR-8000 MkII Quick Reference Guide”, to reflect the latest changes.
There will be no need for retraining after SW upgrade is performed.
The sub menu that shows SW versions
can be found selecting:
(Configuration )
Advanced
System
Transponder
unit
Display
unit
By
Date
Change
01.02.xx 01.02.xx Jotron 02.07.2021
IEC-61992-2 ed. 3
IEC 62923-1:2018
IEC 62923-2:2018
Later revisons can be found in “Tron AIS TR-8000 MkII Quick Reference Guide”,
paragraph: “
2 Software Revisions
”

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3Introduction
This manual describes the operation of the TR-8000 MkII and the belonging devices.
3.1 Safety Instructions
This equipment should be installed according to the instructions found in the installation part of this
manual.
The equipment should not be mounted in a way that exposes it for excessive heat from the sun or
other sources.
The equipment should not be mounted in a flammable environment.
The equipment should not be mounted in a way that exposes it to direct rain or water.
This equipment contains CMOS integrated circuits. Observe handling
precautions to avoid static discharges which may damage these devices.
Do not open equipment. Only qualified personell should service the equipment.
3.2 Compass Safe Distance
Transponder unit:
Standard compass: 95cm
Steering compass: 65cm
Display unit:
Standard compass: 30cm
Steering compass : 14cm
3.3 Copyright Notice
This manual, as well as the software described in it, is furnished under license and may be used or copied only in
accordance with the terms of such license. The content of this manual is furnished for informational use only, is
subject to change without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by Jotron AS. Except as
permitted by such license, no part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or
transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, recording, or otherwise, without the prior
written permission by Jotron AS.
Please remember that existing artwork or images that you want to include in your project may be protected under
copyright law. The unauthorized incorporation of such material into your new work could be a violation of the
rights of the copyright owner. Please be sure to obtain any permission required from the copyright owner.
3.4 Disclaimer Notice
The information in this book has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate.
However, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies.

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Jotron AS reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any products or modules
described herein to improve reliability, function or design.
Jotron AS does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use of the described product
3.5 Disposal Instructions
The Transponder and Display shall be disposed according to local regulations regarding Electronic Waste Recycling
in the country the equipment is taken ashore.
At time of writing this manual (2012), there are some common regulations which allies:
Europe: Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE) Waste Electrical and Equipment Directive
Equipment is labeled with this symbol:
USA: Most states have implemented some kind of recycling act, but there is not yet a federal law about this
issue.
Elsewhere: Follow local regulations regarding disposal of electronic equipment
3.6 Ingress protection
Transponder unit:
IP56
IPx6
IEC 60945, Exposed
Display unit:
IP54
IEC 60945, Protected

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4Operation General Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Jotron AIS Class A transceiver.
The Jotron AIS Class A transceiver has been developed to offer you the highest level of performance and durability
and we hope that it will provide many years of reliable service. This product has been designed to meet the highest
possible quality standards and should you encounter any problems with this product, please contact your local
dealer who will be pleased to offer any assistance.
4.1 About AIS in general
The system is based on the IMO regulation for AIS using Self Organized Time Division Multiple Access (SOTDMA)
technology based on a VHF Data Link (VDL).
The system operates in the following modes:
•Autonomous (continuous operation in all areas)
•Assigned (data transmission interval remotely controlled by authority in traffic monitoring service)
•Polled (in response to interrogation from a ship or authority)
•Silent (listening only, use with caution)
The system is synchronized with GNSS time (UTC) to avoid conflict among multiple users. If GNSS data
is not available, the system is self synchronized using the VDL.
The VHF channels 2087 and 2088 are the main AIS channels in addition to local AIS frequencies.
AIS transponders onboard ships exchange various data as specified by IMO and ITU on either
frequency set up by :
•The frequency management telecommand (DSC)
•Special AIS messages sent from a AIS Base station.
•Manual input of special region
The normal transmit power is 12.5W, but under certain conditions, as during tanker loading (according
to ISGOTT regulation), or the use of regional settings, a low power option (1W) is automatically
selected.

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5Equipment List
5.1 Standard Supply
85500 TR-8000 AIS Class A :
Stock No.
Name
Type
Qty.
85300
TR-8000 Transponder Unit
1
85400
TR-8000 Display Unit
1
85041
Mounting bracket, Display unit
1
85042
Locking ring, mounting bracket
2
85720
Curled knob, mounting bracket
2
86853
GPS Antenna, std
SANAV SA-200
1
86854
GPS Antenna stainless stand
1
86145
Cable, 5m Patch RJ45 waterproof
1
86848
Operator and Installation Manual
1
86581
Power cable, Display unit
1
87666
Screwdriver to unlock terminals
1
5.2 Optional accessories
For an overview of the available optional accessories, please refer to our website.
5.3 Spare parts
For an overview of the available spare parts, please refer to our website.

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6Description
The AIS system consists of two separate units interconnected by Ethernet. The Transponder is the main unit,
handling the basic AIS functionality, including sensors and RF functions, while the Display unit is used for setup and
display of the AIS data.
TR-8000 MkII Transponder
Figure
6-1 Block diagram of TR-8000 MkII system

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6.1 Functionality
The main features are:
Safety of navigation by automatically
exchanging navigational data between ships
(Class A transponders), coast stations, Class
B transponders and receiving positional data
from
emergency equipment (AIS-SART, EPIRB,
MOB) and AtoNs (Aids to Navigation).
Class A AIS transmitter and
receiver (transponder)
Class B compatible (receives all
Class B messages)
Short safety related messages
and other short messages.
7” color LCD panel with LED
backlight connects to
transponder unit using Ethernet.
Interfaces for AIS compatible radar, ECDIS/ECS/Chart plotter and/or PC selectable through RS422 (IEC
61162-2) or Ethernet (UDP).
GNSS and VHF antenna separate
Built-in GNSS receiver for time synchronization and backup position.
SD-Card slot for future upgrades.
The information exchanged between ships using AIS transponders are:
Static data:
MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity).
IMO number (where available).
Call sign and name.
Length and beam.
Type of ship.
Location of position-fixing antenna on the ship.
Dynamic data:
Ships position with accuracy indication and integrity status.
UTC.
Course over ground (COG).
Speed over ground (SOG).
Heading.
Navigation status (manual input).
Rate of turn (where available).
Voyage related data:
Ships draught.
Hazardous cargo (type).
Destination and ETA (at masters discretion).

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6.2 Transponder Unit
The Transponder Unit contains
all the core functionality of the
AIS system and can function as
a separate unit connected to
other display solutions
confirming with the AIS
message format. It consists of a
splash proof Alumina casing
with the following connection
possibilities:
VHF antenna and GNSS antenna
Display connector (Ethernet)
External display connections
(“ECDIS Port” and “Pilot Port”)
Sensor connections
DGNSS Beacon receiver connection
Alarm relay
Complies with the environmental requirements
specified in IEC 60945 Ed.4 Exposed, and is certified for IP56 /IPX6. The operating temperature is from -25°C to
+55°C and storage temperature from -30°C to +70°C
The receiving section of the Transponder consists of three VHF receiver circuits, for continuous reception on both
AIS channels (configurable from 154MHz-164MHz) and the DSC channel (ch70).
The transmitter circuitry is connected to the same antenna terminal and is switched internally.
Functionality for direct reporting with satellites (Long-range AIS broadcast) is implemented and operates when so
configured by the competent authorities.
The internal power supply of the Transponder is galvanically isolated in order to protect the internal circuitry and
operates in a wide voltage input range from 10.8V – 31.2V. A backup power source can be connected if available.
Automatically switching to backup power source will take place if the main source of power is lost.
Front View
Side View

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6.2.1 LED Indicators:
Transmission
Reception
Alarm
Status
6.2.2 Main functionality:
Transmit and receive AIS data packets over the VHF link
Receive DSC messages
Provide time and position data from internal GNSS
Receive and handle data from external sensors.
Provide information about own and other ships positions to the display units, including the Display
unit, and to high speed ports like “External Display” and “Pilot/Aux Display”.
6.2.3 VHF Antenna Connector
This is a BNC type antenna connector to be connected directly to an external
VHF antenna to receive and transmit VHF frequencies.
For more information see section 8.2.2
6.2.4 GNSS Antenna Connector
This is a TNC type antenna connector to be connected directly to an external
GNSS antenna to receive GNSS information. For more information see
section 8.2.1

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6.2.5 External Display (Ethernet) Connector
RJ45 type waterproof Ethernet connection
For more information see section 8.3.2.5
6.2.6 Multipurpose Cable Glands
The Transponder Unit is fitted with up to 9 multipurpose
cable glands for waterproof, shielded connection with
the unit. There are 3 different sizes in order for the best
possible fit for different cable types. All wiring should be
drawn in shielded cables connected to the chassis of the
Transponder by the cable glands.
The multipurpose connection glands are provided as in .
Max Quantity
Min Cable Outer Ø
[mm]
Max Cable Outer Ø
[mm]
Minimum Ø above
braiding [mm]
Recommended use
3
3.5
7
2
Sensors
4
4.5
9
4
Communication
2
7
12.5
5
Power
Table 1: Quantity and specification of multipurpose cable glands.

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6.3 Display Unit
Front View
The Display unit is the user interface for the AIS system
on the bridge. It is used to configure the Transponder
and to present AIS data about own and other ships,
both graphically and in list form. The Display Unit
consists of a splash proof housing with a 7 inch LCD
colour display with touch screen. Splash proof
connections for Main and Backup power, Pilot plug and
Transponder (Ethernet) are present on the back side of
the unit. The internal power supply is switched in order
to obtain a high efficiency over the whole voltage input
range from 10.8V – 31.2V. A Backup power source can
be connected if available. This will be automatically
switched in if the main source of power is lost.
The main features of the Tron AIS Display Unit are:
Give the user information about other ships with AIS in the vicinity.
Enable the user to obtain information about other ships and send and receive safety messages to
other ships with AIS Transponders.
CPA/TCPA
Enable the user to configure the AIS System.
Alert the user about alarms from the AIS system.
Pilot Port connection directly to the Display Unit.
Certified to IP54 and IEC 60945 Ed.4 “Protected”.
Operating temperature from -25°C to +55°C and storage temperature from -30°C to +70°C
Rear View

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7Operational Description
The operational description chapter assumes that the Transponder is fully installed using the instructions found in
the Installation chapter. Inland Operation is described in a separate manual “Tron AIS TR-8000 MkII – Inland User
Manual”
7.1 On/Off button
ON/OFF button handles 3 different options
When the ON/OFF button is pushed and released, a popup menu is displayed with some display options.
Additionally, if the brightness is low, it will automatically be increased. This feature can be used if the
user by some reason has too low visibility to adjust the brightness the regular way. If the Default
Brightness button is pressed, the brightness will be set to a 50% value. Otherwise the current brightness
level will be restored when the dialog is closed.
7.1.1 Clean Screen
Clean Screen is a function which turns off all touch sensitivity, enabeling the user to clean the screen without
pushing buttons unintentionally.

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7.1.2 Power off
If the Power off is selected, only the Display Unit is turned OFF and the AIS functionality of the Transponder will still
be active. Note that the ship list will need some time to recover when turning the Display unit on again. This is
dependent on when the messages from the different vessels are received.
The message logs for sent and received messages will also be lost.
Note that the Transponder unit will issue an alarm when the display is shut down, and there may be no means to
acknowledge this alarm if the display is turned off!
7.2 Display Unit menu system.
The main window contains three main sections.
7.2.1 Status Bar
o
The Status bar is visible in all the sub menus. Note that the status bar is mostly left out from the screenshots in this
manual.
Status Bar
Content Section
Button Bar
Dynamic navigational data
Clock Other informative icons

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7.2.2 Content Section
Displays the current selected window and the corresponding data
Example below shows Main View:
Main View is a combination of Graphical and List view:
All menus, menu buttons and settings are displayed in this section.
7.2.3 Button Bar
Contains all the functional buttons for above window:
Config Messages Display Voyage Down Up Enter List
The functionality of the buttons on the Button Bar is dependent on the content of the Content Section.
Graphical List
Zoom Out Zoom In
Rings
Base Station
Selected
Target
Locating
device
AToN
Own Ship
Press column to Sort
SAR Aircraft
North
or
Head
Vessels displayed Number of vessels received

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7.2.4 Important Buttons shown in different Views:
Return to last menu without saving.
Confirm, save data and return to last menu.
If the Icon is not highlighted, indicates no data has changed
The Home button will take you to Main view without saving.
Enter – Show detailed information (“Page 1”) on selected item
Will be shown when vessel is selected with Enter button and will
show “Page 2” of information about vessel
When “Page 2” of Vessel information is shown, this button can be used to switch back to “Page 1”
Arrow Down –Select next item on a list
Arrow Up –Select previous item on a list
Arrow Right – Select item to the right
Arrow Left – Select item to the left
Configuration –of Own ship, Display, Regions, Alarms, Indicators and Advanced
Messages –See Received and Sent messages, Reply to received and send New
Display setting –Adjust Brightness or select Day/Night mode
Voyage settings –Nav. Status, Destination, ETA, Draught, Cargo, Persons aboard
Some of the functions cannot be altered without entering a password. There are two levels of passwords, a user
password and an administrator password. The default passwords are “OP” and “SE”.

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7.2.5 Indicating ICONS
Receive data on either of the two AIS channels. If Inactive, shown as
Transmit on either channel A or B shown as TxA or TxB. Icon shown is Inactive.
Active is shown with Green color as the Rx icon above.
Alarm Status:
No alarms
Unacknowledged warning(s) caused by one or more incidents from Table 7.
Acknowledged warnings(s) or active caution(s) caused by one or more incidents from Table 7.
Navigation Status:
Under way using Engine
At Anchor
Not Under Command
Restricted Manoeuvrability
Constrained by her draught
Moored
Aground
Fishing
Sailing
Push ahead towing along