Saab R5 SUPREME AIS User manual

OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL
Saab TransponderTech
R5 SOLID AIS
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R5 SOLID AIS System
THE AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
7000 118-200, C2 Page 3
iCopyright
The entire contents of this manual and its appendices, including
any future updates and modifications, shall remain the property
of Saab TransponderTech AB at all times. The contents must
not, whether in its original form or modified, be wholly or partly
copied or reproduced, nor used for any other purpose than the
subject of this manual.
Saab TransponderTech AB, SWEDEN
ii Disclaimer
While reasonable care has been exercised in the preparation of
this manual, Saab TransponderTech AB shall incur no liability
whatsoever based on the contents or lack of contents in the
manual.
iii Software
This manual reflects the capabilities of the R5 SOLID AIS
System with Software 1.0.11. If the system has been updated
from this version, such change should be reflected on a label on
the unit. Current software version can always be verified in the
S/W info dialog as described in section 4.23.
iv Manual Part Number and Revision
Part number 7000 118-200, revision C2.
vSafety Instructions
Note the following compass safe distances:
Equipment
Standard magnetic
compass
Steering magnetic
compass
R5 SOLID Transponder
0.60 m
0.45 m
GPS Antenna AT575-68
0.30 m
0.30 m
GPS Antenna MA-700
0.65 m
0.50 m
Combined VHF/GPS
0.65 m
0.50 m
vi Disposal Instructions
Broken or unwanted electrical or electronic equipment parts
shall be classified and handled as ‘Electronic Waste’. Improper
disposal may be harmful to the environment and human health.

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Please refer to your local waste authority for information on
return and collection systems in your area.
vii Contact Information
For installation, service, ordering info and technical support
please contact your local Saab TransponderTech
representative. A list of dealers and service stations can be
found on the corresponding product page at
www.saabgroup.com/transpondertech.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1The Automatic Identification System.............................................8
2System Overview..............................................................................9
2.1 Product Description................................................................................................9
2.2 Main features.........................................................................................................10
3Installation ......................................................................................11
3.1 Unpacking the Equipment....................................................................................11
3.2 Installation Cables................................................................................................12
3.3 Installation procedure ..........................................................................................12
3.4 Mount the R5 SOLID.............................................................................................13
3.5 Mount the R5 SOLID Transponder’s VHF antenna .............................................17
3.6 Mount the R5 SOLID GPS Antenna......................................................................19
3.7 Electrical Installation............................................................................................21
3.8 System Configuration...........................................................................................25
4Operation.........................................................................................27
4.1 System Mode.........................................................................................................27
4.2 LED’s and Controls...............................................................................................27
4.3 Main Menu –Tree View.........................................................................................30
4.4 Configuration Parameters....................................................................................31
4.5 Alarm and Alert Pop-ups......................................................................................40
4.6 Status Bar..............................................................................................................41
4.7 Status Icons ..........................................................................................................41
4.8 View Remote Ship Information ............................................................................42
4.9 View Plot of Targets..............................................................................................43
4.10 View Transmitted Own Ship Information ............................................................43
4.11 Enter and Read Voyage Related Information......................................................44
4.12 Handling Safety Related Messages (SRM) and Text Messages.........................44
4.13 Send Persons On Board.......................................................................................46
4.14 Long Range Interrogations ..................................................................................46
4.15 Inland ETA and RTA .............................................................................................47
4.16 Inland Water Levels..............................................................................................48
4.17 Regional Areas......................................................................................................48
4.18 Alarms ...................................................................................................................48
4.19 Status List .............................................................................................................49
4.20 Non Functional Time ............................................................................................49

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4.21 GPS Status............................................................................................................50
4.22 View Raw Data ......................................................................................................50
4.23 SW/HW Info ...........................................................................................................50
4.24 VHF Status ............................................................................................................51
4.25 Communication Test ............................................................................................51
4.26 Update Software ...................................................................................................51
4.27 Restore Config......................................................................................................52
5Software Upgrade...........................................................................53
6Technincal Specifications.............................................................54
6.1 Physical.................................................................................................................54
6.2 Electrical................................................................................................................54
6.3 Environmental.......................................................................................................54
6.4 VHF Transceiver ...................................................................................................55
6.5 Internal GPS Receiver ..........................................................................................55
6.6 AIS Alarm Relay....................................................................................................55
7Troubleshooting.............................................................................56
7.1 Troubleshooting Prerequisites............................................................................56
7.2 Troubleshooting with the Front Panel LED’s......................................................56
7.3 Troubleshooting with Alarm Messages...............................................................57
7.4 Troubleshooting via the Display..........................................................................59
7.5 Reporting Intervals for Class A Transponders...................................................61
7.6 F.A.Q......................................................................................................................62
7.7 Contacting Support ..............................................................................................63
7.8 Indication Messages.............................................................................................63
7.9 Long Range Definitions........................................................................................64
8Interpretation of Input Sentences.................................................65
8.1 GPS and Sensor Input Sentences .......................................................................65
8.2 General Input Sentences......................................................................................69
8.3 AIS Specific Input Sentences...............................................................................69
8.4 Long Range Input Sentences...............................................................................72
8.5 Proprietary Input Sentences................................................................................72
9Interpretation of Output Sentences..............................................73
9.1 Proprietary Output Sentences (PSTT).................................................................73
9.2 Long Range Output Sentences............................................................................74
9.3 AIS Output Sentences..........................................................................................76

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10 Glossary..........................................................................................80
10.1 Units ......................................................................................................................82
11 Appendix A –Inland ERI Ship Types...........................................83
12 Appendix B –License....................................................................85
12.1 Copy of the GNU General Public License ...........................................................85

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1 THE AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
The Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a safety information system that was
proposed as a worldwide standard in 1997 and adopted by IMO in 1998. The AIS system
is standardized by ITU, IEC, IALA and IMO and is subject to approval by a certification
body. The first type approved AIS transponder in the world was Saab TransponderTech’s
R3 Class A Transponder in 2002.
AIS allows transceivers to automatically share static and dynamic data such as ship
name, call sign, dimensions, position and sensor information on two dedicated data links
in the upper marine VHF band. There are a number of different AIS devices that can send
and receive information on the AIS data link:
Class A Transponder –This type of transponder is used on open sea waters and
is mandatory for ships of 300 gross tonnage or more on international voyages, all
cargo ships of 500 gross tonnage or more and on passenger ships.
Class B Transponder –Used on smaller vessels and pleasure crafts. It transmits
with a lower power than the class A transponder and has lower priority on the data
link.
Base Station –Fixed shore station that is typically connected to an AIS network to
collect information from all vessels at a certain port or shore line.
Repeater Stations –Used to extend coverage range by repeating incoming
messages. Can be implemented as a function in an AIS Base station or an AtoN
station.
SAR (Search and Rescue) Transponder –Used on airplanes and helicopters in
search and rescue missions.
AtoN (Aids to Navigation) –A transceiver that is fitted on buoys and lighthouses
in order to send information about their positions.
Inland AIS –A European standardized extension to Class A systems for use on
inland water ways. An inland transponder has additional messages to
communicate with bridges, ports and locks and can also send some additional
information that are useful on water ways such as blue sign indication, specific
hazardous cargo etc.
SART (Search and Rescue Transmitters) –Distress beacons for life rafts. An
active SART unit will always be sorted on top of the target list in the R5 SOLID to
accentuate its presence.
NOTE:
The R5 SOLID AIS SYSTEM can be operated in either Class A or Inland modes
depending on user need.

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2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
2.1 Product Description
The R5 SOLID AIS System (R5 SOLID from here on) consists of a transceiver radio unit,
a GPS receiver, a controller unit and a colour LCD with a numerical keypad. The radio has
three receivers, two tuneable TDMA receivers and one DSC receiver. The transmitter
alternates its transmissions between the two operating TDMA). The controller unit creates
and schedules data packets (containing dynamic, static and voyage related data) for
transmission based on the IMO performance standard for AIS.
The R5 SOLID shall be connected to the ship’s sensors as required by the installation
guidelines published by IALA. The R5 SOLID can interface external navigation and
presentation systems that support required IEC 61162-1 sentences. Refer to chapter 8
“Interpretation of Input Sentences” for more information. The R5 SOLID is prepared for
connection to Long Range systems like Inmarsat C.
The colour LCD and numerical keypad provides a graphical user-friendly interface to the
system. It is possible to plot the location of other vessels, aids to navigation and search
and rescue vessels. The LCD and numerical keypad can also be used to send and
receive messages, perform configuration as well as supervise the systems status.
Pilot Plug
USB Host
Interface
ECDIS
ARPA Long Range Sensor 1Sensor 2Sensor 3
RS-232
(ECDIS/GNSS)
Alarm
Relay
24 VDC
External fuse
External
Switch
VHF
GPS
RS-422 Ports
GND
Figure 1 - System Overview

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2.2 Main features
Multi-colour 3.5” LCD with numerical keypad interface.
USB Host interface for connection of USB keyboard and USB flash memories.
Individual visual display settings for day and night operations.
Broadcast of Dynamic, Static and Voyage related information.
Standardized interface for connection to ship sensors e.g. GNSS, Gyro, Rate of
Turn Indicator, ECDIS/ECS and ARPA.
Plot capable of presenting up to 500 targets in the vicinity of the own ship.
Messaging views for generation and presentation of safety related messages and
text messages.
Mandatory pilot plug integrated to the front of the transponder unit.
Channel management capability for areas without access to the worldwide
allocated AIS frequencies.
Possibility to generate Long Range AIS reply over satcom equipment such as
Inmarsat C.
In addition to the normal high (12,5W) and low (1W) power mode, the R5 SOLID
has a 1W tanker mode in accordance with requirements for tanker operations in
port.
Reception and processing of AIS messages 18,19 and 24A/B as transmitted by
AIS Class B ‘CS’ Transponders.
Easily upgraded with the latest software release from Saab using USB memory.