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AMEC CAMINO-108S - User Manual

AMEC CAMINO-108S
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CAMINO-108S
AIS Class B with
Integrated Splitter
USER MANUAL
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Summary

1 System Overview

1.1 Product Description

Details the CAMINO-108S as a smart combination of AIS Class B with an antenna splitter for sharing a single VHF antenna.

1.2 Equipments in the Box

Lists all items included in the product package, including the transponder, cables, software CD, and user manual.

2 Installation

2.1 Installation Procedures

Provides a step-by-step guide for installing the transponder unit, VHF antenna, GPS antenna, and connecting to VHF radio and power.

2.2 Mounting the Main Unit

Offers guidelines for selecting a suitable environment and mounting location for the AMEC CAMINO-108S, considering safety and accessibility.

2.3 VHF Antenna Installation

Explains the importance of antenna quality and positioning for AIS performance, recommending placement and vertical/horizontal distances.

2.4 Connecting to VHF Radio

Details the correct connection of the VHF radio to the transponder unit, emphasizing the use of the VHF radio input port.

2.4.1 FM radio connection

Describes how to connect the attached FM radio cable to the radio's female receptacle for optimal FM reception.

2.5 GPS Antenna Installation

Guides on installing the GPS antenna for clear sky view and avoiding interference from high-power transmitters, with mounting details.

2.6 Connecting with NMEA 0183 Devices

Explains the connection of NMEA 0183 devices, including baud rates, multiplexer function, and wiring instructions.

2.7 AIS Silent Mode Connection

Details how to connect an external toggle switch or Tx Switch Box to enable the AIS Silent Mode function on the CAMINO-108S.

2.8 Connection to NMEA 2000 Network

Describes how to connect the CAMINO-108S to an NMEA 2000 network using a T-connector and drop cable for data exchange.

2.9 Connecting to Power Supply

Specifies the power requirements for the CAMINO-108S, including voltage, current, and the use of a fuse for protection.

3 Configuring Your CAMINO-108 S

3.1 Connecting to your AIS Transponder

Outlines the process of connecting the transponder to a PC or Mac for setup and diagnosis using the "AIS Configuration Tool".

3.1.1 Required Items

Lists the necessary items for configuration, including USB driver, cable, compatible operating systems, and PC hardware.

3.1.2 Installing AIS Configuration Tool

Provides instructions for installing the "AIS Configuration Tool" software on Windows and Mac operating systems from the provided CD.

3.1.3 Three steps to connect AIS transponder

Details the three-step process to establish a connection between the AIS transponder and the PC/Mac via USB for configuration.

3.1.4 Home page of the application

Describes the 'Home' page of the AIS Configuration Tool, showing pre-configured vessel data, GPS status, and other vessels.

3.2 Programming your vessel data

Guides users on configuring vessel details, dimensions, and NMEA 0183 baud rates using the "Configuration" tab of the software.

4 GET STARTED

4.1 Start up CAMINO-108 S

Explains how the device starts up automatically when powered on and configured, and how to observe its status via LED lights.

4.2 LED Indicators

Details the meaning of each LED indicator (Power, Error, Rx, Tx/Silent, VHF Tx, Warning) and their corresponding light states.

4.3 Built-in Integrity Test (BIIT)

Describes the BIIT function that monitors device integrity, alerting with red LED for abnormal conditions like MMSI not set or VSWR issues.

4.4 AIS Viewer Description

Introduces the AIS Viewer software for displaying AIS targets, logging data, and tracing vessels, noting connection exclusivity with Configuration Software.

4.5 Connecting your CAMINO-108 S to Macintosh

Provides information on connecting the AIS Device to a Macintosh computer and displaying targets via OpenCPN, with a link to support.

5 SPECIFICATIONS

5.1 Product Specifications

Lists applicable standards, VHF transponder, DSC receiver, GPS receiver, power supply, and connection interface specifications.

5.2 Dimensions

Provides detailed physical dimensions of the CAMINO-108S unit and the optional GPS antenna, including width, height, depth, and mounting details.

5.3 NMEA 2000 PGN Information

Lists the NMEA 2000 Parameter Group Numbers (PGNs) supported for transmitting and receiving data by the CAMINO-108S.

5.4 Supported NMEA 0183 Sentences

Details the NMEA 0183 sentences supported for transmit and receive functions, including their descriptions.

6 TROUBLESHOOTING

7 ABBREVIATIONS

8 FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

9 RF Exposure Warning

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

AMEC WORLDWIDE WARRANTY

Appendix: How to Determine Serial Port

AMEC CAMINO-108S Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAMEC
ModelCAMINO-108S
CategoryCables and connectors
LanguageEnglish