Raymarine AIS4000 User manual

English
Date: 10-2019
Document number: 81390-4
© 2019 Raymarine UK Limited
Installation and operation instructions
AIS4000

Thank you for purchasing this AIS Class A transceiver / Inland AIS.
This product has been engineered to offer you the highest level of
performance and durability and we hope that it will provide many years of
reliable service. We constantly strive to achieve the highest possible quality
standards, should you encounter any problems with this product, please
contact your dealer who will be pleased to offer any assistance you require.

List of abbreviations
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List of abbreviations
AIS Automatic Identification System
AIS SART AIS Search and Rescue Transmitter
AP Access Point (Relating to WiFi behaviour)
AtoN AIS Aid to Navigation
CD Compact Disc
CE European Declaration of Conformity
COG Course Over Ground
COM Common (electrical)
CPA Closest Point of Approach
CS Carrier Sense
DC Direct Current
Dec Decimal
DGPS Differential GPS
DGNSS Differential GNSS
DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
DOP Dilution of Precision
DSC Digital Selective Calling
DTM Datum
ECDIS Electronic Chart Display and Information System
ENI Unique European Vessel Identification Number
EPFS Electronic Position Fixing System
EPIRB Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
ERI Electronic Reporting International

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ETA Estimated Time of Arrival
EXT External
FCC Federal Communications Committee
GBS GNSS satellite fault detection message
GFA GNSS fix accuracy and integrity message
GGA Global positioning system (GPS) fix data message
GLL Geographic position - Latitude/longitude message
GLONASS Globalnaya Navigazionnaya Sputnikovaya Sistema (Russian
GNSS)
GND Electrical Ground
GNS GNSS fix data message
GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System
GPS Global Positioning System
GRS GNSS range residuals message
GSA GNSS DOP and active satellites message
GSV GNSS satellites in view message
HDT Heading true message
Hex Hexadecimal
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IMO International Maritime Organisation
INT Internal
IPx6 Ingress Protection (to powerful water jets)
IPx7 Ingress Protection (1m immersion for 30 minutes)
ISO International Standards Organisation
Kt Knots

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LAT Latitude
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
LON Longitude
LR Long Range
MKD Minimum Keyboard and Display
MMSI Maritime Mobile Service Identity
MOB Man Overboard
NC Normally Closed (electrical)
NAV Navigation
NM Nautical Miles
NMEA National Marine Electronics Association
PDF Portable Document Format
PGN Parameter Group Number
PI Presentation Interface
RAIM Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring
RED Radio Equipment Directive
RF Radio Frequency
RMC Recommended minimum specific GNSS data message
ROT Rate of Turn
RX Receive
SD Secure Digital
SOG Speed Over Ground
SOLAS Safety of Life at Sea
SRM Safety Related Message
TCP Transmission Control Protocol

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TCPA Time to Closest Point of Approach
TDMA Time Division Multiple Access
THS True heading and status message
TNC Threaded Neill–Concelman (a type of connector)
TPI Threads per Inch
TX Transmit
UDP User Datagram Protocol
UHF Ultra High Frequency
UTC Co-ordinated Universal Time
VBW Dual ground/water speed message
VDM All VDL AIS messages received
VDO AIS own-ship broadcast data
VHF Very High Frequency
VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
VTG Course over ground and ground speed message
WGS84 World Geodetic System 1984
WEEE Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment
WiFi Wireless networking technology

Table of contents
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Table of contents
1 Notices ............................................................ 10
1.1 Safety warnings ............................................................................. 10
1.2 General notices.............................................................................. 11
1.3 Regulatory statements ................................................................... 12
2 Introduction .................................................... 15
2.1 About AIS....................................................................................... 15
3 Installation and configuration....................... 16
3.1 What’s in the box? ......................................................................... 16
3.2 Preparing for installation ................................................................ 16
3.3 Installation procedures................................................................... 17
3.4 Connecting the equipment ............................................................. 26
3.5 Grounding the AIS transceiver....................................................... 33
3.6 Connection to an NMEA2000 network (optional)........................... 34
3.7 USB Connection ............................................................................ 34
3.8 Turning the AIS transceiver on ...................................................... 35
3.9 Passwords and security ................................................................. 35
4 Operation ........................................................ 37
4.1 Display and controls....................................................................... 37
4.2 Button functions ............................................................................. 38
4.3 Adjusting display brightness .......................................................... 38
4.4 Changing navigation status............................................................ 38
4.5 Menu navigation............................................................................. 39
4.6 Information displayed..................................................................... 41
4.7 Configuring vessel information....................................................... 49
4.8 Configuring voyage information ..................................................... 51
4.9 Confirming correct operation.......................................................... 51

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4.10 Communication test ....................................................................... 52
4.11 Displaying AIS targets.................................................................... 53
4.12 Micro SD card data input................................................................ 55
4.13 WiFi Feature................................................................................... 57
5 Inland mode.................................................... 59
5.1 Mode SOLAS / Inland AIS.............................................................. 59
6 Technical information.................................... 63
6.1 Interface circuits............................................................................. 63
6.2 Output drive capability of bi-directional ports ................................. 64
6.3 DGNSS Port................................................................................... 65
6.4 Input data sentence formats........................................................... 65
6.5 AIS Transceiver overall dimensions............................................... 66
6.6 GNSS Antenna drawing ................................................................. 67
6.7 Transmission intervals ................................................................... 67
6.8 Interface sentences........................................................................ 69
6.9 Unused fields ................................................................................. 70
6.10 Proprietary sentences .................................................................... 71
6.11 Priority of sensor ports ................................................................... 71
6.12 Compatibility mode......................................................................... 74
6.13 Message 24 content....................................................................... 74
6.14 NMEA 2000 PGN List .................................................................... 75
6.15 Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 78
7 Junction box accessory................................ 82
7.1 What’s in the box............................................................................ 82
7.2 Installation ...................................................................................... 82
7.3 Connecting external equipment ..................................................... 84
7.4 Technical information ..................................................................... 85
8 Technical specification ................................. 86

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8.1 Applicable equipment standards.................................................... 86
8.2 Product category............................................................................ 87
8.3 Physical.......................................................................................... 87
8.4 Environmental ................................................................................ 88
8.5 Electrical ........................................................................................ 88
8.6 Display and user interface ............................................................. 88
8.7 Internal GNSS................................................................................ 89
8.8 TDMA Transmitter.......................................................................... 89
8.9 TDMA Receiver.............................................................................. 89
8.10 DSC Receiver ................................................................................ 90
8.11 RF Connections ............................................................................. 90
8.12 WiFi................................................................................................ 91
8.13 Data interface................................................................................. 91
9 Installation record.......................................... 93
9.1 Vessel details................................................................................. 93

List of figures and tables
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List of figures and tables
Figure 1 The AIS network ..................................................................15
Figure 2 What’s in the box? ............................................................... 16
Figure 3 Typical AIS transceiver connection...................................... 18
Figure 4 Mounting the AIS transceiver............................................... 20
Figure 5 Desk mounting the AIS transceiver...................................... 21
Figure 6 Panel mounting the AIS transceiver..................................... 22
Figure 7 GNSS Antenna location ....................................................... 23
Figure 8 GNSS Antenna connection ..................................................24
Figure 9 VHF Antenna location ..........................................................25
Figure 10 VHF Antenna connection..................................................... 26
Figure 11 Serial input port connection ................................................. 27
Figure 12 14 Way connector cable wiring connections........................28
Table 1 14 Way connector serial data ports .....................................28
Figure 13 Serial bi-directional port connection..................................... 29
Figure 14 18 Way connector cable wiring connections........................30
Table 2 18 Way connector serial data ports .....................................30
Table 3 Alarm relay connections....................................................... 31
Figure 15 Power connection ................................................................ 32
Table 4 Power supply connections ...................................................32
Figure 16 Grounding the AIS transceiver.............................................33
Figure 17 Enter password screen ........................................................36
Figure 18 AIS Transceiver front panel .................................................37
Figure 19 Home page menu screen..................................................... 39
Figure 20 Main menu structure ............................................................ 40
Figure 21 Display layout....................................................................... 41
Table 5 Status indicators .................................................................. 43
Table 6 Alarms list ............................................................................46
Figure 22 Vessel dimension measurement..........................................50
Figure 23 Target list screen .................................................................53
Figure 24 AIS target symbols displayed...............................................54
Figure 25 Micro SD card Socket ..........................................................56
Figure 26 Convoy dimensions screen.................................................. 60
Figure 27 Blue Sign interface connection options................................ 62
Figure 28 Input port schematic............................................................. 63

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Figure 29 Data output port schematic.................................................. 64
Figure 30 AIS Transceiver dimensions ................................................ 66
Figure 31 GNSS Antenna .................................................................... 67
Table 7 IEC61162 Transmission interval for periodic sentences...... 68
Table 8 IEC61162 Sentences input and output ................................ 69
Table 9 Unused fields ....................................................................... 71
Table 10 Port priority order ................................................................. 72
Table 11 PGN List .............................................................................. 77
Table 12 Troubleshooting ................................................................... 80
Figure 32 Junction box - What’s in the box.......................................... 82
Figure 33 Junction box connections .................................................... 83
Figure 34 Connecting external equipment ........................................... 84
Figure 35 GNSS Antenna position....................................................... 94

Notices
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1Notices
When reading this manual please pay particular attention to
warnings marked with the warning triangle symbol shown on the
left. These are important messages for safety, installation and
usage of the AIS transceiver.
1.1 Safety warnings
This equipment must be installed in accordance with the instructions
provided in this manual. Failure to do so may seriously affect its
performance and reliability. It is strongly recommended that a trained
technician installs and configures this product.
This product must be connected to protective ground via the ground
connection point. It is essential that the ground connection point is
used in all installations, regardless of what other equipment is
connected. The ground connection point must be bonded to
protective ground using as short a connection as possible.
This equipment is intended as an aid to navigation and is not a
replacement for proper navigational judgement. Information provided
by the equipment must not be relied upon as accurate. User decisions
based upon information provided by the equipment are done so
entirely at the users own risk.
Do not install this equipment in a flammable atmosphere such as in
an engine room or near to fuel tanks.
It is recommended that this product is not installed in direct sunlight or
under a windshield where it may be subject to excessive solar
heating.
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Do not attempt to service this equipment as doing so may cause fire,
electric shock or malfunction and will invalidate the warranty. If any
malfunctions are detected contact your supplier or service agent.
NOT ALL SHIPS CARRY AIS. The Officer of the Watch should
always be aware that other ships and, in particular, leisure craft,
fishing vessels and warships may not be fitted with AIS. Any AIS
equipment fitted on other ships as a mandatory requirement may also
be switched off based on the Master’s professional judgement.
1.2 General notices
1.2.1 Position source
All marine AIS transceivers utilise a satellite based location system such as
the GLONASS or GPS.
The accuracy of a GNSS position fix is variable and affected by
factors such as the antenna positioning, how many satellites are used
to determine a position and for how long satellite information has been
received.
1.2.2 Compass safe distance
The compass safe distance of this AIS transceiver is 0.5m or greater for a 0.3°
deviation.
1.2.3 Safe operating distance
The safe operating distance of this AIS transceiver is 20cm from the antenna.
1.2.4 Product category
This product is categorized as ‘protected’ in accordance with the definitions
provided in IEC 60945.
1.2.5 Disposal of AIS transceiver and packaging
Please dispose of this AIS transceiver in accordance with the European
WEEE Directive or with the applicable local regulations for disposal of
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electrical equipment. Please dispose of the packaging in an environmentally
friendly manner.
1.2.6 Accuracy of this manual
This manual is intended as a guide to the installation, setup and use of this
product. If you are in any doubt about any aspect of this product, please
contact your dealer.
1.3 Regulatory statements
1.3.1 Declaration of Conformity
The manufacturer of this product declares that this product is in compliance
with the Radio Equipment Directive (2014/53/EU) and as such, displays the
CE mark. The RED declaration of conformity is provided as part of the
documentation pack.

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1.3.2 FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
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1.3.3 Industry Canada Notice
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.This device may not cause interference, and
2.This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada
applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
1. L'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
2. L'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le Fonctionnement.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-
003 du Canada.
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Introduction
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2 Introduction
2.1 About AIS
The marine Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a location and vessel
information reporting system. It allows vessels equipped with AIS to
automatically and dynamically share and regularly update their position,
speed, course and other information such as vessel identity with similarly
equipped vessels. Position is derived from GLONASS or GPS and
communication between vessels is by VHF digital transmissions.
Figure 1 The AIS network

Installation and configuration
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3 Installation and configuration
3.1 What’s in the box?
Please ensure all items are present and if any of the items are missing please
contact your dealer.
Figure 2 What’s in the box?
3.2 Preparing for installation
In addition to the items provided with the AIS transceiver the following items
will be required to complete the installation:
Mounting bracket
Power cable 14 way data cable 18 way data cable GNSS Antenna Cable Assy
Product
manual
AIS transceiver
Fixings
Warranty card
Product mounting
template
Quick start
guide
Quick operation
guide
STng to DeviceNet cable

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3.2.1 VHF Antenna
Connection of a suitable VHF antenna will be required for the AIS transceiver
to operate. The antenna cable should be terminated with a PL-259 (or UHF)
connector. A surge arrestor should be fitted in line with VHF antenna
connector. See section 3.3.3 for more information.
Please take note of the warnings listed at the start of this manual regarding the
installation and use of antennas.
3.2.2 Antenna cables
The supplied GNSS antenna is provided with 10 metres (32.8ft) of cable. If this
is not sufficient to reach between the desired GNSS antenna location and the
AIS transceiver you will require an extension cable. Please contact your dealer
for details.
3.2.3 GNSS Antenna mount
A mounting bracket is required for the supplied GNSS antenna.
3.2.4 Data interface cables
Suitable screened, multi core cable will be required to connect the ships
sensor (DGPS, Gyro etc.) data ports to the AIS transceiver.
3.3 Installation procedures
Before beginning installation of your AIS transceiver, please ensure that you
read all of the instructions in this manual.
The following sections explain the installation process step by step for each of
the main system elements. A typical system and connection diagram is
provided in Figure 3.

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Figure 3 Typical AIS transceiver connection
NMEA2000
Above decks
Below decks
Optional connections
Chassis/GND
GNSS antenna
VHF antenna
12V DC to 24V DC
Supply
Displays
(ECDIS, Radar)
Surge arrestor
Ship’s sensor data (DGPS, GYRO, Heading)