Siren Marine SirenSat Offshore Operation manual

SirenSat Offshore
Installation & User Guide

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Product Overview
The SirenSat Offshore system provides a practical solution for offshore vessel tracking beyond cellular range. This provides the ability to collect
regularly updated location data that can be accessed through the Siren Marine smart device app and Siren Marine fleet app. The SirenSat
Offshore also meets the requirement of several marine insurance companies that require vessels to have a satellite tracking application.
Once your vessel travels beyond cellular range, the SirenSat Offshore antenna will automatically take priority to provide position tracking. Live
data updates will be provided to your Smart device or the Siren fleet app every five minutes.
Upon returning to cellular range coverage, the main Siren Marine device will re-establish a cellular connection and standard updates will resume. Notifications
including sensor alerts that occurred while outside cellular coverage will be automatically transmitted to all Siren Marine applications.
Note: Two wired security sensors can be connected to
SirenSat Offshore and to the Siren Marine device. This
provides you the option to use the same sensors for
both devices rather than installing additional security
sensors for each device.
This map outlines the complete SirenSat Offshore
integration to your Siren Marine app.
The main Siren Marine device and SirenSat Offshore will
upload data to the cloud. All collected data will then
transmit to your smart device.

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Getting Started
Requirements
Before you begin, ensure that you have the necessary equipment and subscriptions needed to operate your SirenSat Offshore.
Each item listed below can be purchased by going to SirenMarine.com under our Products page:
SirenSat Offshore Antenna
The SirenSat Offshore Antenna will be required if you have not already purchased this device.
Siren Marine Main Device
A main device hub such as the Siren 3 Pro, Siren 3, or MTC must be installed on your vessel to operate all Siren Marine devices and send data to the Siren Marine
device app.
Satellite Subscription
A satellite subscription is required to receive data from the SirenSat Offshore device. You will have the option between a 1-Year, 2-Year, or 3-Year subscription.
Each subscription will auto-renew in your account.
Cellular Subscription
A cellular subscription is required as a foundation for operating your Siren Marine system. You will have the option between an Annual, Monthly, or Seasonal
subscription. Each subscription will auto-renew in your account.

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Pairing the SirenSat Offshore
The SirenSat Offshore system must be paired to the Siren Marine device app prior to installation.
The base of the SirenSat Offshore will have a barcode with serial number that is required to pair the system.
Follow these steps to pair the SirenSat Offshore:
1.
Login to your Siren Marine
device app
2.
Select Settings > Add
SirenSat device
3.
Select OK or Allow to permit
camera access if prompted
4.
The screen will display an
orange frame with the camera
as shown. Hover the frame
over the SirenSat Offshore
barcode located at the base
of the unit as shown.
5.
Select Add when prompted.
6.
A window will display reading
“Successfully added your
SirenSat Device” will display
on your screen. Select OK.
A new icon indicating the
SirenSat Offshore signal
strength will now appear at
the top of the screen
adjacent to Cell and GPS.
The bar strength will turn
green once the SirenSat
Offshore is toggled ON and
satellite signal is accessible
(see Page 6).
The SirenSat Offshore
battery icon will appear on
your home screen. This will
be listed as the Sat Battery
tile to display its battery
information.

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Installing the Batteries
Install the supplied AAA lithium-ion batteries as shown below. You will need a small Philips-head screwdriver to open the battery chassis. The batteries will power the
SirenSat Offshore for up to fifteen days without connection to an external power supply. Should the internal battery power drain to low battery, an alert will appear in
the Siren Marine device app.
For maximum low-power protection, install the power/sensor wire harness (see Page 8).
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Battery chassis screws
(Philips-head)

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Powering On
The SirenSat Offshore is equipped with a small ON/OFF switch located on the side of the antenna as shown below. The switch is directly above the mini-USB port and
can be toggled using a tool such as a small flat-head screwdriver or pen. The SirenSat Offshore is supplied with the power in the OFF position.
Once the switch is toggled ON, a location message will automatically be sent to the Siren Marine server. This will report up to every five minutes depending on boat
motion as specified in the device overview. Location messages will then be updated to both the Siren Marine device app and fleet app.
Mounting
For best performance, it is recommended to mount the SirenSat Offshore outside
and fully exposed to the sky with a clear 180° view. The antenna is also 100%
weatherproof so exposure with water will not affect its operation. If this is not an
option, the SirenSat Offshore can also be mounted in a location covered by wood
or fiberglass (i.e. inside a console or electronics box). Please note that reception will
be affected if the device is covered.
For a permanent installation, use the bracket and screws provided with the
packaging (see image below).
For a temporary installation, use the industrial adhesives provided with the
packaging. Please note that after the adhesive has fully bonded after 24 hours,
removing the antenna could cause damage to the mounting surface.
ON/OFF Switch
Mounting Bracket Screws
Note: Never mount the antenna within 1.5 meters of any large mass of metal, other antenna, or
wiring. These materials or other appliances will block satellite reception if adjacent to the device.

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The SirenSat Offshore antenna should be connected to a battery source and external input sensors using the supplied wire harness.
Please refer to the table and wiring diagram below:
Wiring
Wire Color
Function
Violet
Battery Power + (8V – 22V)
Blue or Green
Battery Negative -
White
Input #1: Security 1
Light Blue
Input #2: Security 2
Note: Either blue or green wire can go to battery negative.
Wiring both to battery negative is not a requirement.

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Connecting to External Power
It is recommended that the antenna is connected to the boat’s 12V battery to preserve internal battery power. If external battery power to the SirenSat Offshore
antenna is lost, it will remain powered by the internal batteries for approximately fifteen days depending on boat motion.
External power will not recharge the lithium-ion batteries in the SirenSat antenna. Actual duration of the internal battery power will depend on the actions of the vessel
it is monitoring.
Please note that the SirenSat Offshore antenna consumes 0.27 mAh of battery power per day as it has been programmed to make a connection to its satellite system
up to every five minutes. This frequency allows the Siren Marine geofence capabilities to be used while external to cellular coverage.
Note: SirenSat cannot be powered by more
than 22V DC.
If your boat has a 24V system you cannot
connect SirenSat directly to the battery or the
Siren Marine main device without stepping
the voltage down.
Power/sensor wire harness

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Location Updates
The SirenSat Offshore will send a location message to the Siren Marine server up to every five minutes depending on boat motion. Location updates are subject to
change every 30 minutes if not in motion.
SirenSat Offshore vessel tracking updates will appear on the mobile app as a yellow tracking line, versus the red tracking line used to show the vessel is connected via
cellular. Location updates begin when the antenna is switched ON and will continue thereafter.
Location update actions:
• View Position Reporting: Select the Position tile on the Home screen. This tile displays the information shown in the left image below.
• Stop Location Updates: Switch device OFF as shown on Page 6 under Powering On.
• Create Instant Update: Switch the device OFF > wait 60 seconds > toggle back ON (this will force a location update).
Satellite tracking will show in
yellow when activated. Red
indicates cellular signal is
activated.
Satellite shows full signal strength and
notification in the orange bar, both
indicating that cellular connectivity has
been lost and satellite has taken priority.

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Security Alert Messaging
The SirenSat Offshore can process alert messages from two Siren Marine wired security sensors. These sensors include the following options:
• Magnetic Entry Reed Switch
• Canvas Snap
• Infrared Motion/ePIR
• Shore Power Plug
These wired sensors can be connected in series with the Siren Marine device or wired directly to the SirenSat Offshore harness if desired. Siren Marine wireless sensors
will not work with the SirenSat Offshore. Users will only be alerted when these sensors are tripped into their alert state. Users will not be alerted when sensors return
to their normal state. If wired security sensors are installed, be sure to turn ON the wired sensor tile in the Siren Marine device app to receive sensor status alerts.
To toggle on wired sensor tiles in the device app, go to Settings > Home Screen Settings > Toggle ON/OFF

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Coverage Map
Satellite coverage areas provided by the SirenSat Offshore indicated on map below:

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Technical Specifications
General
Dimensions
2.7in (H) x 3.25in (W) x 1in (D)
/
68.58mm (H) x 82.55mm (W) x 25.4mm (D)
Brackets included in measurement
Weight
3.6oz / 102g
Environmental
Operating Temperature
-22°F to +140°F
/
-30°C to +60°C
Power Consumption
Line Power
5VDC or 8-22VDC with regulator cable
Battery Type
(4) AAA 1.5V Lithium-Ion
1.5+ years battery life
Certifications
ANATEL Certification for Brazil
FCC CFR Parts 15 & 25
Industry Canada
CE Red
Standards
SAE J1 455 MIL STD 810
NEMA 4X/1P68
RoHS Compliant
Satellite Technology
Global LEO Satellite Operation using the Globalstar Simplex Data Network

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