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EC Declaration of Conformity, available at www.jotron.com Abbreviations and definitions BAUD Transmission rate unit of measurement for binary coded data (bit per second). BIT Short form of Binary Digit. The smallest element of data in a binary-coded value. BITE Built in test equipment bps Bits Per Second. CHARACTER STRING Continuous characters (other than spaces) in a message. CHECKSUM The value sent with a binary-coded message to be checked at the receiving end to verify the integrity of the message.
EPIRB Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon FRM Final Recording Medium GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) The NAVSTAR Global Positioning System, which consists of or- biting satellites, a network of ground control stations, and user positioning and navigation equipment. The system has 24 satellites plus 3 active spare satellites in six orbital planes about 20,200 kilometers above the earth.
LUT Local User Terminal (Ground Station) MCC Mission Control Center PROCESSOR The processor circuit card in the console that controls system operations and computes the positioning/navigation solutions. RCC Rescue Coordination Center SARSAT Search and Rescue Satellite-Aided Tracking System SOFTWARE Values programmed and preloaded into memory. The values represent a permanent set of instructions for running the automatic functions (computations) of the navigator.
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LIST OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 9 1.1 EPIRB MODULE 1.1.1 System description 1.1.2 Signal detection 1.1.3 Distress location determination 1.1.4 Added value in the EPIRB 1.1.5 EPIRB registration 1.2 S-VDR SERVER MODULE 9 10 10 11 13 14 15 2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 16 3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 18 3.1 GENERAL 3.1.1 Capsule housing 3.1.2 S-VDR Server module 3.1.3 EPIRB module 3.1.4 Battery module 3.1.5 Automatic release bracket, FBR-3 3.1.6 S-VDR Data and Power connections 3.1.6.
5.4 TESTING THE EPIRB MODULE 5.5 OPERATION OF THE S-VDR MODULE 5.5.1 Operating software 5.6 CHANGE OF BATTERY 5.6.1 MSC Circ. 1039 5.6.2 Battery disposal 5.6.2.1 Incineration 5.6.2.2 Land filling 5.6.2.3 Recycling 32 34 34 35 35 36 36 36 36 6 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 37 6.1 6.2 6.2.1 6.2.2 6.3 6.3.1 6.4 6.
1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Main parts of the Capsule (Tron S-VDR CAPSULE) are the EPIRB (EPIRB module) and the S-VDR Server module. The Capsule is developed to meet the regulations and rules for use on ships, vessels and life rafts in the maritime service. The Capsule meets the following specifications for S-VDR and 406MHz EPIRB for use in search and rescue operations at sea: • IEC 61996 ed.2 • IEC 61097-2 ed2 • IEC 60945 • C/S T.001 • IMO MSC.163 (78) • IMO A.810 (19) • MED 96/98/EC 1.
1.1.1 System description The COSPAS/SARSAT system was introduced in 1982 as a worldwide search and rescue system with the help of satellites covering the earth’s surface. Since the introduction of the system more than 11200 persons have been rescued by the COSPAS/SARSAT system. Currently the system consists of 8 different satellites in a polar orbit Constellation. These satellites cover the entire earth’s surface and receive the emergency signal from the 406MHz transmitter within the EPIRB.
ground station. The ground station or LUT has a 2500 km satellite reception radius centered at the LUT. In areas without LUT coverage (mostly less populated areas in the southern hemisphere), signals from the 121.5MHz transmitter will not be detected by the satellites, only by passing aircraft’s. From the year 2006,no new satellites will be launched including 121.5MHz receiver, and from the year 2009,satellitedetection of the 121.5MHz EPIRB is terminated.
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1.1.4 Added value in the EPIRB The EPIRB module has been designed to operate with the COSPAS-SARSAT system and will enhance further the lifesaving capabilities of conventional beacons. An integrated 12 channel GPS module accepts continuous positional information from the standard GPS system using 27 satellites providing an accuracy of approximately 100m.Upon activation of the Capsule in an emergency situation the positional information is incorporated into the distress message transmitted to LUT.
1.1.5 EPIRB registration Normally the MCC will contact the vessel or the contact person registered in a shipping register and/or an EPIRB register (Ships owner, family member etc.) before alerting the RCC. This is to determine if the alarm from the EPIRB for some reason is a false alarm, and an expensive rescue operation can be avoided. Because of this it is important that the ships data is correct in the shipping register or in the EPIRB database.
1.2 S-VDR SERVER MODULE The S-VDR Server module consists of S-VDR Server module house including Flashdisc. The S-VDR Server module is DC powered from the ship via the bracket connector. The S-VDR data is fed from the ships S-VDR system to the S-VDR Server module through the same connector. When the Capsule leaves the automatic release bracket, all electrically power and data connections between the ship S-VDR system and the S-VDR Server module inside the capsule is broken.
2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Tron S-VDR CAPSULE STANDARDS ENVIRONMENTAL IEC 61097-2 ed.2 annex D and EN 60945 ed.4 2002-08 Temperature range -20°C to +55°C (operating) -40°C to +70°C (storage) Degree of protection 10 m depth at 5min GENERAL External Supply voltage for Current consumption S-VDR 12 – 30 VDC 0.25 A at 24VDC Locator lights Flashing Xenon light Test light Test LED Frequency range 406,028 / 121,5MHz Programming IR port, 2400 bit/s.
Tron S-VDR CAPSULE 121,5MHz TRANSMITTER Frequency 121.500MHz ± 10ppm. Output Power >75mW Modulation A9 AM. The modulation starts with a letter V for VDR in Morse code, then a sweep tone from max 1600Hz to min 300Hz is transmitted. Sweep range >700Hz, Downward / Upward Sweep rate 2-3 Hz. S-VDR MODULE Flash disk 2 Gbyte, 1.7 Gbyte free. Interface Ethernet 10BaseT (10Mbit) Cable length < 100 m GPS RECEIVER Type Navman Jupiter, 12 channel GPS receiver Channels.
3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 3.1 GENERAL The Tron S-VDR Capsule consists of ten parts. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Figure 3.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Main EPIRB switch Antenna board Upper housing Equator ring with gasket EPIRB module Recovery ring with mounting clips S-VDR Server module Lower housing Battery module S-VDR Connector 3.1.1 Capsule housing The capsule module consists of upper and lower house mounted together with an equator ring with gasket and locking pin. 3.1.
3.1.3 EPIRB module The EPIRB module consists of four printed circuit boards, which are mounted in the upper housing: 1. The main board w/GPS patch antenna, Xenon flash and an indicator LED 2. Antenna board. (121.5 / 406 MHz) 3. GPS interface board 4. GPS receiver For automatic activation of the EPIRB module, put the capsule in the upright position into the water, and the transmission starts when the seawater completes the circuit between the two external electrodes (sea water contacts).
3.1.4 Battery module The Battery module is feeding the EPIRB module with 7.2VDC power to keep the EPIRB transmitters active for 168 hours when activated, and for test sequences. The battery module consists of eight SAFT LSH20 LithiumThionyl chloride (Li-SOCL2) batteries connected in series and parallel and is attached inside the lower house. 3.1.5 Automatic release bracket, FBR-3 The FBR-3 bracket is the docking station for the capsule.
3.1.6 S-VDR Data and Power connections 3.1.6.1 S-VDR Data and Power connector, capsule Figure 3.1.6.1, S-VDR female connector in capsule.
3.1.6.2 S-VDR Data and Power connector, bracket Figure 3.1.6.2, S-VDR male connector in bracket.
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4 INSTALLATION 4.1 Mounting bracket FBR-3 The bracket is an automatic release bracket. Not all details are shown at this picture. Figure 4.
4.2 Mounting the FBR-3 Bolt the unit to the vessel using the mounting holes. The Float Free Bracket FBR-3 must be connected to the fixed installation S-VDR installation through the junction box according to the connection diagram in paragraph 3.1.7. When the Capsule is mounted in the FBR-3 release mechanism, it operates as a float free automatic unit. Therefore it is important that the bracket is mounted in a place where there are no obstructions that can endanger the automatic release of the beacon.
4.4 Replacement and mounting of the Hydrostatic Release Mechanism The Hydrostatic Release Mechanism must be mounted before the Capsule is placed into the FBR-3 bracket. To replace the Hydrostatic Release Mechanism, remove the Capsule from the bracket: 1. Remove the clamp on the locking bolt on the spring-loaded lower arm. 2. Remove the locking bolt. 3. Whilst holding the Capsule, strain the spring-loaded lower arm and gently remove the Capsule from the bracket. 4. Now the H20 unit is accessible.
4.5 Junction box The junction box is connected to the connector on the FBR-3 bracket with a special cable. All connections to the ships systems are done at the Junction box. See figure 4.5.a. The two fuses are for protection of + DC supply and Ground. The fuses act as short circuit protection and will automatically reset some minutes after the short circuit is removed.
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5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5.1 FBR-3 Float Free Bracket When the capsule is mounted in the FBR-3 bracket release mechanism, it operates as a float free automatic unit. 5.2 Manual operation of EPIRB module Figure5.2, EPIRB Main switch The manual operation can be done when the capsule is mounted in the bracket or when the capsule is removed from the bracket. Break the seal on the main switch and pull the locking pin.
NOTE! The EPIRB module performs a complete self-test before any emergency signals are transmitted. The Transmitters will start after approx. 70 seconds. At the same time GPS receiver is started. This is done to prevent the GPS receiver to start in TEST position. Turning the switch back to the READY position stops the transmission. If the Capsule is out of the bracket, make sure the battery compartment is dry to prevent activation of the seawater contacts. 5.
WARNING Releasing the Capsule from the bracket will interrupt all connections between the ships S-VDR system and the FRM inside the Capsule, and all recordings will be interrupted. The regulations require the Capsule not to be removed for more than 10 minutes. 1. Press the spring-loaded switch on top of the Capsule to the TEST position, see paragraph 5.2. Keep hands and other objects away from the upper part of the Capsule. (Away from the antenna). 2.
5.5 Operation of the S-VDR module 5.5.1 Operating software The software operating system of the S-VDR module is Linux. The system includes SAMBA, which enables other software platforms to access Linux file system, and a FTP (File Transfer Platform) server. For more detailed information, see the Technical manual.
5.6 Change of battery 5.6.1 MSC Circ. 1039 If the S-VDR Capsule is the main EPIRB on board the ship, the rules of MSC CIRC 1039 apply, and the battery must be changed at an authorized workshop. If the S-VDR Capsule is the second EPIRB on board the ship, authorized personnel can change the battery on board. To change the battery, the lower Capsule Assembly is replaced with a new one. 1. Remove the clips and the recovery ring around the equator ring. 2.
5.6.2 Battery disposal Dispose in accordance with applicable regulations, which vary from country to country.(In most countries, the thrashing of used batteries is forbidden and the end-users are invited to dispose them properly, eventually through non-profit organizations, mandated by local governments or organized on a voluntary basis by professionals).Lithium batteries should have their terminals insulated prior to disposal. 5.6.2.
6 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 6.1 EPIRB module / battery module The EPIRB should be tested and batteries replaced according to MSC circ.1039. See chapter 5.6.1. 6.2 Testing EPIRB module 6.2.1 Self-test with sea water contacts activated To perform the self-test with seawater contacts activated, the capsule has to be removed from the release mechanism. Authorized personnel should annually test the seawater contacts.
If all tests are passed there will be one flash in the Xenon bulb, and the red indicator light will turn on and stay on until the switch is released. A successful test will then consist of a series of rapid flashes in the test indicator, followed by one Xenon flash and continuous light in the test indicator. Any other behavior indicates a fault in the EPIRB module. 6.
EPIRB Battery and the Hydrostatic Release Mechanism. Check the presence of a firmly attached lanyard in good condition and that it is neatly stowed and is not tied to the vessel or the mounting bracket. If the Tron S-VDR CAPSULE is the main EPIRB on board, these rules must be followed: Every 12th Month: Perform extended annual test according to IMO’s MSC/Circ.1040 (Annual testing of 406 MHz satellite EPIRBs) as required by SOLAS IV/15.9.
6.3.1 EPIRB module error messages If the self-test detects a fault in the EPIRB module one or more of the following indications are shown: 1. Flashing LED for 15 sec. followed by one (1) flash, no Xenon flash: Error: Low power on 406 MHz transmitter 2. Flashing LED for 15 sec. followed by two (2) flashes, no Xenon flash: Error: Low battery voltage 3. Flashing LED for 15 sec. followed by three (3) flashes, no Xenon flash: Error: Low power on 121.5 MHz transmitter 4. Flashing LED for 15 sec.
6.4 Test of GPS receiver without transmitters activated This information is restricted and is included in the Technical manual only. 6.5 S-VDR module In accordance with SOLAS Chapter V Regulation 18.8; -the SVDR shall be subject to an annual performance checks. A ship required under International rules to carry a functioning simplified voyage data recorder (S-VDR), and under Paris Memorandum Port State Control requirements a ship may be detained if the S-VDR is not functioning properly.
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