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LD2342 V1.3 Page 2 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application GENERAL WARNINGS All marine Automatic Identification System (AIS) units utilise a satellite based system such as the Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) network or the Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) network to determine position.
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LD2342 V1.3 Page 4 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application Installation guide Prerequisites The proAIS application is designed to operate with Microsoft Windows 200, XP and above. Recommended minimum system requirements are: • • • Microsoft Windows XP SP2 Display resolution of at least 1024 x 768 At least one RS232 serial port (or USB to serial converter already installed*) *If you are using a USB to serial converter please ensure this is fully installed before proceeding.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 5 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application User guide AIS Connection 1. 2. Launch the proAIS application by navigating to the 'proAIS' shortcut on the Start Menu. The initial application screen will appear as shown below (exact screen display depends on version installed) 3. The application requires a serial connection to an SRT-MTB© transponder. Connect the transponder to an available serial port.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 6 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application 5. Once a connection is established the application is ready to use. Connection status is indicated at the bottom left of the application window: 6. The functions of proAIS are arranged in a series of tabs. Each tab contains information relating to a particular aspect of the connected AIS transponder. Depending on the version of proAIS installed not all tabs shown below may be visible.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 7 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application Menu Bar The menu bar provides basic program options. Under the 'File' menu the 'Open log file' option allows playback of a log file previously recorded using proAIS. A log file can be recorded using the tools provided on the 'Serial Data' tab. During log file playback only data recorded in the log is available and most buttons in the application will be inoperative.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 8 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application Static Data Tab This tab shows the current configuration of the AIS transponder and allows the configuration to be programmed during installation into a vessel. When an un-configured AIS transponder is connected for the first time the display will be similar to that shown below: Configuring the transponder To configure the transponder all of the data fields must be completed and saved to the AIS.
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LD2342 V1.3 Page 10 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application • When you have entered all of the vessel's data click the 'Save static data to AIS' button to programme this configuration into the AIS transponder: • A warning will be displayed asking you to verify the MMSI number. Please check the number displayed is correct before proceeding. If the number is incorrect click the 'No' button to cancel programming of the MMSI: • Click the 'Yes' button if the MMSI is correct.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 11 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application GPS Status tab This tab shows the status of the internal GPS receiver. If the GPS receiver has position fix then the current position, speed and course are shown. A bar chart of satellite signal strength is also provided. Satellite signal strength bars are shown in green for satellites that are currently being used for navigation. Blue signal strength bars are used to show satellites not currently being used for navigation.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 12 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application Diagnostics tab The diagnostics tab shows key status information from the AIS transponder. This information can be used to quickly verify that the transponder has been installed correctly and is operational. AIS Transponder Status A tick next to the items in this area indicates correct operation.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 13 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application o AIS has received a position report - a position report from another vessel has been received. If there is no other AIS equipped vessel in the area the red cross will remain against this item. If other AIS equipped vessels are present and the red cross remains please check the VHF antenna connections.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 14 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application Serial data tab This tab shows the raw NMEA 0183 serial data being output by the AIS. A typical display is shown below: • NMEA command sentences can be sent to the unit by entering them in the lower text box and clicking the 'Send' button. proAIS will calculate and append the NMEA checksum to the sentence if the "Add Checksum" check box is checked.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 15 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application Software update tab This tab provides the facility to update the AIS transponder's internal software. CAUTION: Only perform a software update using an update file intended for use with the SRT-MTB© product. Do not interrupt the power to the unit or disconnect from the PC during the update process unless instructed to do so by the proAIS application. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 16 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application Other vessels tab This tab shows information received from other AIS equipped vessels in the area. The MMSI of each vessel is shown. • o Vessels equipped with Class A AIS have the MMSI displayed in black text.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 17 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application Safety messages tab This tab displays safety related messages received from other AIS equipped vessels in the area. The tab displays two message types: • • Addressed Safety Related Message (VDL Message #12) Broadcast Safety Related Message (VDL Message #14) The UTC time the message was received, along with the MMSI of the sender will be displayed along with the text contents of each message.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 18 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application Commands tab The commands tab provides access to software controlled features of the SRT-MTB transponder. Depending on the AIS software version the following commands may be available: • Silent mode o Buttons to enter / exit silent mode. In Silent mode the transmitter is disabled and no position reports are transmitted by the unit.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 19 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application is available as an option and will result in a more accurate display of your vessels position, speed and course on a connected chart plotter. To use this option select the "Output GPS data every second" option and click 'Update'. • Alarm output options o By default the AIS transponder will output the status of all alarms every minute using AIALR sentences.
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LD2342 V1.3 Page 21 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application Problem Active alarm shown: Possible cause The VHF antenna is not connected or is not suitable for use with the AIS VHF Antenna VSWR fault Active alarm shown: The power supply to the AIS is outside the specified range.
LD2342 V1.3 Page 22 of 21 SRT Marine User guide SRT-MTB© proAIS Application Software Radio Technology plc (SRT) is at the forefront of technology innovation and for this reason, reserves the right to alter, without notice, the specification, design or conditions of supply of any product of service. Information provided by SRT is believed to be accurate and reliable.
