OPERATOR'S MANUAL CLASS A AIS Model FA-170 PRODUCT NAME: U-AIS TRANSPONDER www.furuno.
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IMPORTANT NOTICES General • The operator of this equipment must read and follow the descriptions in this manual. Wrong operation or maintenance can cancel the warranty or cause injury. • Do not copy any part of this manual without written permission from FURUNO. • If this manual is lost or worn, contact your dealer about replacement. • The contents of this manual and equipment specifications can change without notice.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The operator must read the safety instructions before attempting to operate this equipment WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can result in minor or moderate injury. Warning, Caution WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not open the equipment. Do not approach the antenna closer than listed below when it is transmitting.
SYSTEM OVERVIEW System overview The Automatic Identification System (AIS) was originally developed to aid the Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) by use of a VHF transponder working on Digital Selective Call (DSC) at VHF CH70, and is still in use along the UK coastal areas and others. Some time later the IMO developed a Universal AIS using the new sophisticated technology called Self-Organized Time Division Multiple Access (SOTDMA) based on a VHF Data Link (VDL).
SYSTEM OVERVIEW Use of AIS in collision avoidance As an anti-collision aid, the AIS has the following advantages over radar: • Information provided in near real-time • Capable of instant presentation of target course alterations • Not subject to target swap • Not subject to target loss in clutter • Not subject to target loss due to abrupt maneuvers • Able to “detect” ships within VHF/FM coverage, including in some circumstances, around bends and behind islands.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD .................................................................................................................. vii SYSTEM CONFIGURATION .......................................................................................... ix 1. OPERATION ..........................................................................................................1-1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 2. Description of Controls .............................
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2.6.6 Water level message.................................................................................... 2-22 2.7 Viewing Initial Settings ............................................................................................. 2-23 2.8 Setting for Time Difference ...................................................................................... 2-24 3. MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................3-1 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.
FOREWORD A Word to the Owner of the FA-170 FURUNO Electric Company thanks you for purchasing the FA-170 AIS Transponder. We are confident you will discover why the FURUNO name has become synonymous with quality and reliability. Since 1948, FURUNO Electric Company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for quality and reliability throughout the world. This dedication to excellence is furthered by our extensive global network of agents and dealers.
FOREWORD • Dynamic data: - Ship’s position with accuracy indication and integrity status - Universal Time Coordinated (UTC) - Course over ground (COG) - Speed over ground (SOG) - Heading - Rate of turn (ROT) where available • Voyage-related data - Ship’s draught - Navigational Status (manual input) - Hazardous cargo (type) - Destination and ETA (at master’s discretion) • Short safety-related messages, free messages • LCD panel satisfies the IMO minimum requirements plus simple plotting modes • Interfaces f
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1. OPERATION 1.1 Description of Controls B A CLASS A TYPE MMSI 201502130 NAME { NO NAME } POSN 34º 31.1234´N SOG RNG : CURSOR 1 ENT 2 : SELECT 135º 24.5678´E HDG 130º 10.0kn COG 135º 3 .0NM BRG 225º : RANGE DISP : NEXT 3 7 4 No. 1 Key name BRILL key 2 DISP key 3 MENU/ESC key 4 Power key 5 6 NAV STATUS key ENT/ACK key 7 Arrow keys 5 6 Function(s) when pressed • Displays brilliance setting pop-up window. • Switches between Day and Night display modes.
1. OPERATION 1.2 How to Turn the Power On and Off Press the power key to turn the equipment on. When powered, the equipment sounds a beep then proceeds in the sequence shown below. To turn the power off, press and hold the power key . PROGRAM NO. 0550255 - xx . xx SERIAL NO. 1000-42xx - xxxx ROM(T): OK RAM(T): OK ROM(M): OK RAM(M): OK This indication flashes to show the unit is ready for use. The automatic startup test results are displayed when tests are completed.
1. OPERATION The FA-170 starts receiving data from AIS-equipped ships as soon as it is turned on, and those ships’ locations are shown on the plotter display with the AIS symbol. (To learn more about the plotter display, see section 1.8.) With connection of a radar or ECDIS, the AIS target symbols may be overlaid on the radar or ECDIS. Note 1: If no navigation sensor is installed or a sensor such as a gyrocompass has failed, the AIS automatically transmits “not available data” to AIS-equipped ships.
1. OPERATION 1.4 Display Overview The FA-170 display is made up of three major areas, as indicated in the Plotter display example figure below. Status bar B A CLASS A TYPE MMSI 201502130 NAME { NO NAME } POSN 34º 31.1234´N SOG RNG : CURSOR ENT : FUNC 135º 24.5678´E HDG 130º 10.0kn COG 135º 3 .0NM BRG 225º : RANGE DISP : NEXT Currently selected display or menu is shown in the middle section of the screen.
1. OPERATION Icon 1.5 Icon name LOW (power) Description Displayed when the transmit power level is set to [LOW]. SEND Displayed during message transmission. Not displayed when routine messages are transmitted. MSG Displayed when there are unread messages. MMSI Own ship MMSI. Menu Overview You can access the various functions of your FA-170 from the menu. If you get lost in operation, press the MENU/ESC key until you return to the main menu.
1. OPERATION 1.5.2 How to select a menu option The example below shows how to select an option from a menu. 1) A window showing the options for the item selected is overlaid on the sub-menu. For example, the options for [KEY BEEP] are as shown below. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 USER SET KEY BEEP TIME DIFF AUTO SORT SART TEST LR RESPONSE LR BROADCAST NOTIFICATION SET ACTIVATE : ON ON OFF : : : HIDE AUTO ON Options window 2) Press or to select option desired, then press the ENT/ACK key. 1.5.
1. OPERATION 1.6 How to Enter Voyage-Related Data There are six items on the [NAV STATUS] menu that you will need to enter at the start of a voyage. • Navigational Status • Destination • Cargo type • No. of persons • ETA(LT/UTC) (Arrival time) • Draught 1. Press the NAV STATUS key to open the [NAV STATUS] menu.
1. OPERATION Referring to operation descriptions in the table below, press or to select an operation, press or to select an entry in the list, then press the ENT/ACK key to confirm the selection. Operation Description Set the currently selection as the destination. Rename the selected destination. Cut the current selection to temporary memory, leaving the entry empty. The destination can now be pasted as a different entry.
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1. OPERATION 1.7 How to Set the Notification The [NOTIFICATION SET] menu is used to set the following items: • Enable or disable the alert buzzer. • Notifications for received [ADDRESSED] and [BROADCAST] messages. • Notifications for collision detection. To change the settings in the [NOTIFICATION SET] menu, do the following: 1. Press the MENU/ESC key to open the main menu. 2. Select [USER SET], then press the ENT/ACK key. 3. Select [NOTIFICATION SET], then press the ENT/ACK key.
1. OPERATION 1.8 How to Select a Display Use the DISP key to select a display. Each time the key is pressed, the display changes in the sequence shown below. Plotter display TYPE B MMSI A CLASS A 201502130 NAME { NO NAME } POSN 34º 31.1234´N SOG RNG : CURSOR ENT : SELECT 135º 24.5678´E HDG 130º 10.0kn COG 135º 3 .0NM BRG 225º : RANGE DISP : NEXT Dangerous target9-16 list (108) 12:32:01 DANGEROUS LIST RNG[NM] BRG[ ° ] AGE[ ‘ ] NAME/MMSI/TYPE SAMPLE SHIP 002 3 .3 0 81-88(334) 12:32:01 080.
1. OPERATION 1.8.1 Plotter display The plotter display, which automatically appears after the power-on sequence, shows various information for AIS-equipped ships, AIS-SARTs, etc. within the range selected. Data for ship target A target marker (hollow triangle) indicates the presence of a vessel equipped with AIS in a certain location and course. To view detailed information about a vessel, see paragraph 1.8.2.
1. OPERATION • [SORT (DANGER)]: Press to display and sort the [DANGEROUS TARGET LIST] in range order. Note: When [SORT (DANGER)] is selected, all non-dangerous targets are hidden on the plotter display and the plotter screen is surrounded by a red box, as shown in the figure below. Plotter surrounded by red line. Only dangerous targets are displayed. B A CLASS A TYPE MMSI 201502130 NAME { NO NAME } POSN 34º 31.1234´N SOG RNG : CURSOR ENT : SELECT 135º 24.5678´E HDG 130º 10.0kn COG 135º 3 .
1. OPERATION 1.8.2 Target list The [TARGET LIST] can store up to 2048 AIS targets and AIS-SARTs being detected by the FA-170 across several pages, in the order which they are detected. The list can be sorted in range order, from closest to farthest. Note: The last viewed list is displayed when the DISP key is pressed to show either the [TARGET LIST] or the [DANGEROUS LIST]. To view the [TARGET LIST] when the [DANGEROUS LIST] is displayed, follow the procedure outlined in step 3 on the following page. 1.
1. OPERATION 2. Press or to scroll through the first 100 targets, press or to scroll through the targets in groups of 8 (next/previous 8 targets). The indication "NEXT 100 TARGETS" appears at the bottom of the list if more targets are available. Select the indication, then press the ENT/ACK key to show the next 100 targets. The indication "PREVIOUS 100 TARGETS" appears at the top of the list if there is one or more pages of targets before the one currently displayed.
1. OPERATION 1.8.4 How to interpret the [TARGET DETAIL] screen The [TARGET DETAIL] screen shows available detailed information about the selected target. Lost and dangerous targets have the appropriate icon displayed at the top right, as indicated in the lost target example below. TARGET DETAIL RNG 3.02NM BRG 225.4º SENSOR POSN ROT SOG VOYAGE TYPE CLASS A LOST 201503030 NAME FURUNOMARU IDENTITY 34 º 44 .5000 ´N 135 º 21.3000 ´E 108 . 7 º/min ( ) 10 .
1. OPERATION IDENTITY tab The IDENTITY tab is only displayed for CLASS A, CLASS B, SAR VESSEL, SAR AIRCAFT and AtoN target types. Contents CALL SIGN IMO NO. TYPE OF SHIP REAL AtoN Description Target’s call sign. Not displayed for AtoN target types. Target’s International Maritime Organization registration number. Target’s ship type. Displayed only for CLASS A and CLASS B target types. Displayed as "YES" for physical aids to navigation, "NO" for virtual aids to navigation.
1. OPERATION 1.8.5 Own ship data The [OWN INFORMATION] display shows your ship’s data across four tabs. The information displayed is shown in the figure below. This data should be checked once per voyage or once per month whichever is shorter. Data may be changed only on the authority of the master. The Officer of the Watch should periodically check position, SOG and sensor information for quality. OWN INFORMATION SENSOR OWN INFORMATION VOYAGE IDENTITY UTC 12/NOV/2014 POSN 34 º 44 .
1. OPERATION Tab [IDENTITY] [SCALE] Item [MMSI] [NAME] [IMO NO.] [CALL SIGN] [TYPE OF SHIP] [SHIP SIZE] [ANT POSN] [DRAUGHT] 1.8.6 Description Own Ship’s MMSI. Own Ship’s name. Own Ship’s IMO number. Own Ship’s call sign. Own Ship’s vessel type. See section 1.6, step 7 for details. Own Ship’s length and beam. Antenna position. [INTERNAL]: position of internal antenna. [EXTERNAL]: position of external antenna. Own Ship’s draught.
1. OPERATION 1.9 Messages You may send and receive messages via VHF channels, to a specified MMSI or all AIS-equipped ships in the area. Messages can be sent to warn of safety of navigation; for example, an iceberg sighted. Routine messages are also permitted. Short safety-related messages are only an additional means to broadcast safety information. They do not remove the requirements of the GMDSS.
1. OPERATION 8. Select [CH] (Channel), then press the ENT/ACK key. The channel select options pop up appears. CH BOTH A & B ONLY A ONLY B ALTERNATE Sends the same message to both channel A and channel B. Sends the message to channel A only. Sends the message to channel B only. Sends messages on alternating channels. In other words, if the last message sent on channel A, the next message is sent on channel B. 9. Select the appropriate option, then press the ENT/ACK key.
1. OPERATION 1.9.2 Receiving messages When a message is received, the equipment beeps and a pop up message appears on the screen. The table below lists the possible messages with a brief description. To enable/disable these pop ups, see section 1.7. Pop up message TEXT MESSAGE RECEIVED. TEXT MESSAGE RECEIVED. MMSI/NAME. 1.9.3 Description Displayed when a broadcast message is received. Displayed when an addressed message is received.
1. OPERATION How to view sent messages 1. Press the ENT/ACK to close the pop up window. 2. Press the MENU/ESC key to show the main menu. 3. Select [MSG], then press the ENT/ACK key. 4. Select [MSG BOX], then press the ENT/ACK key. The [OUTBOX] tab is displayed by default.
1. OPERATION 1.10 Regional Operating Channels AIS operates primarily on two dedicated VHF channels, CH 2087 and CH2088. Where these channels are not available regionally, the AIS is capable of being automatically switched to designated alternate channels by means of a message from a shore facility. Where no shore based AIS or GMDSS sea area A1 station is in place, the AIS should be switched manually as in paragraph 1.10.2. A regional operating area is set with the procedure shown below.
1. OPERATION 1.10.2 How to edit/view regional channels You may display the status of regional operating areas currently memorized in the equipment. Nine of any combination of AIS message from shore-based AIS, DSC message, manual settings and commands from ECDIS or a PC may be registered and one will be [HIGH SEA]. • AIS and DSC messages registered within last two hours cannot be edited. • An item labeled [HIGH SEA] cannot be edited.
1. OPERATION The data displayed on each page of the [REGION LIST] is described in the table below. Data Region number Description Up to eight regions can be assigned and set up. The ninth region is reserved for open seas and is displayed as "= HIGH SEA =". The region you are currently in is highlighted in blue (no. 1 in the example on the previous page). • H: High power TX setting. • L: Low power TX setting. Channel A/B’s frequency and TX/RX settings. Time since the channel was registered.
1. OPERATION 10. Press to select the setting for [ZONE], then press the ENT/ ACK key. A numerical input pop up window appears. The transition zone works as a buffer between your current region and the regions immediately adjacent to your current region. When any vessel enters the transition zone, messages sent from the adjacent region channel A are received via your region’s channel B. This helps to locate vessels in adjacent regions. TRANS ZONE 5 [ 1, 8 ] 11.
1. OPERATION 1.11 How to Enable/Disable the Key Beep You can turn off the beep, which sounds for valid key input. 1. Press the MENU/ESC key to open the menu. 2. Select [USER SET], then press the ENT/ACK key. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 USER SET KEY BEEP TIME DIFF AUTO SORT SART TEST LR RESPONSE LR BROADCAST NOTIFICATION SET ACTIVATE : ON ON OFF : : : HIDE AUTO ON 3. [KEY BEEP] is already selected, press the ENT/ACK key. 4. Select [ON] or [OFF] as appropriate then press the ENT/ACK key. 5.
1. OPERATION INFORMATION NAME: HMSS TITANIC [LONG RANGE REQUEST DETAILS] DATE TIME NAME/CALL SIGN/IMO NO. DESTINATION LENGTH/BEAM POSN COG SOG DRAUGHT TYPE OF SHIP NO. OF PERSONS REPLY REFUSE Name of requesting station or vessel. Information requested by the long range station is displayed here. Automatic reply For automatic reply, the pop up message shown below appears when an automatic reply is sent. Requested data is automatically transmitted. Press the ENT/ACK key to close the message.
1. OPERATION 1.13 Pilot Plug (FA-1703, option) A pilot plug, which is connected between the AIS and a PC, is required to feed AIS information to a PC. The plug is required for the ships passing through the Panama Canal and the Saint Lawrence Seaway. The specifications for the pilot plug are as shown below. Item Baud rate Type Signal connection Specifications 38400 bps Note: The following setting is required for the FA-170. If the pilot does not function, check these the following items.
1. OPERATION 1.14 Viewing Initial Settings The [INITIAL SET] menu, which is locked with a password to prevent accidental changes to the ship’s details, is where the installer enters ship’s MMSI, internal and external antenna positions, ship type, I/O port settings and network settings. You can view the settings on this menu as follows. 1. Press the MENU/ESC to open the menu. 2. Select [INITIAL SET], then Press the ENT/ACK key. 3. Select item to view then press the ENT/ACK key.
1. OPERATION 1.15 Setting for Time Difference You can set the time differences from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) to show the local time. 1. Press the MENU/ESC key to open the menu. 2. Select [USER SET] then press the ENT/ACK key. USER SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 KEY BEEP TIME DIFF AUTO SORT SART TEST LR RESPONSE LR BROADCAST NOTIFICATION SET ACTIVATE ON +00 : 00 ON HIDE AUTO ON 3. Select [TIME DIFF], then press the ENT/ACK key. The settings pop up window is displayed. + 00:00 [ -14 : 00 , 14 : 00 ] 4.
2. INLAND AIS OPERATION This section provides the operating procedures for the Inland AIS feature, which allows use of the AIS transponder on inland waterways or the open sea. Only those procedures that are different from the Class A AIS transponder are presented. Ships with Inland AIS transponders on board autonomously determine their actual position using the Global Positioning System (GPS), which is part of the AIS transponder.
2. INLAND AIS OPERATION 2.2 Selecting AIS Mode The Inland AIS has two operating modes: Inland (inland waterways) and SOLAS (SOLAS compliant class A AIS transponder). Select desired mode as follows: 1. Press the NAV STATUS key to open the [NAV STATUS] menu.
2. INLAND AIS OPERATION 2.3 How to Enter Voyage-Related Data Before you embark on a voyage using Inland AIS, set the various related data (see the list below) on the [NAV STATUS] menu. • • • • • Navigational status Destination Arrival time AIS mode currently in use Rate at which your vessel’s dynamic information is transmitted • • • • • • ERI code No. of blue cones (for hazardous cargo) Cargo status No. of persons Length and beam of ship Draught 1. Press the NAV STATUS key.
2. INLAND AIS OPERATION A list of destinations can also be accessed by selecting [SOLAS LIST] (displayed as DESTINATION LIST once accessed, as shown in the figure below) or [INLAND LIST] as appropriate for your AIS mode.
2. INLAND AIS OPERATION is not changed from the default (+00:00) setting, the ETA indication appears as "ETA [LT]". Note 2: Where a GPS is not connected, or the signal is lost/interrupted, the ETA indication appears as ETA [UTC]. Further, the settings pop up window displays "NOTE: INPUT THE UTC" at the bottom of the pop up window. 5. Set the ETA date and time, referring to the figure on the previous page, then press the ENT/ACK key. 6. Confirm that the AIS mode selected is correct for this voyage.
