TX timeout
This is a yellow LED which indicates when lit that the CSTDMA transmitter is prevented from transmitting. Reasons for this include the following:
The transponder‟s internal GPS receiver is not yet ready. The yellow LED will go out and the green LED will light when GPS receiver is ready.
The transponder was unable to transmit an AIS message due to the channel being already occupied, e.g. by transmissions from other AIS transponders. Wait 10 minutes and verify GPS antenna connection.
The transponder‟s internal GPS receiver is not operating. Contact your local dealer for service.
Error
This is a red LED which indicates, when lit, one of the following status conditions is possible: Transmitter lockout timer (1 second maximum) has operated
GPS is unable to gain lock after 30 minutes VHF antenna VSWR is out of range Power Supply is out of range
Background noise level is above the threshold level
Blue LED
The unit has a blue LED that, when lit, indicates one of the following two conditions depending on how it is programmed:
Safety Related Message (SRM) status
The Safety Related Message (SRM) button (not included, recommend momentary contact switch rated for > 25mA) has been depressed for more than 2 seconds and the
Silent Mode Function (if user configures SRM switch to act as Silent Mode switch)
This indicates that the Silent Mode button has been depressed for more than 2 seconds and the
Both of these functions can be accessed through the Link2AIS™ software when a switch is not installed.
SECTION 4 - MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Unauthorized opening of the
CAUTION: Avoid using chemical solvents to clean the
NOTE: The
APPENDIX A - SERIAL DATA INTERFACE
1.Power/ Data connection
There is a
NOTE: Both thumb screws on the power/data cable will be tightened securely.
Power
12V DC
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