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Raymarine
AIS250 Receiver
User’s Guide
Document Number: 81286_2
Date: July 2007
81286_2.book Page 1 Friday, December 5, 2008 2:29 PM

Questions and Answers:

Raymarine AIS250 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAIS Receiver
Frequency161.975 MHz and 162.025 MHz
Channel Spacing25 kHz
ModulationGMSK
Operating Temperature-15°C to +55°C
Waterproof RatingIPX6
InterfaceNMEA 0183
Dimensions210 x 100 x 40 mm
Weight1.1 kg
Channels2
Frequency Range156.025 MHz to 162.025 MHz
Sensitivity-107 dBm
Data Rate9600 bps
Power Supply12 V DC or 24 V DC
Storage Temperature-25°C to +70°C

Summary

Safety Notices

Electrical Safety

Safety precautions for electrical connections, ensuring power is switched off before making connections.

Product Installation Safety

Ensure equipment is installed according to handbook instructions to prevent poor performance or injury.

Ignition Source Warning

Product is not approved for use in hazardous or flammable atmospheres like engine rooms.

Navigational Safety

Equipment is an aid; ensure a qualified navigator and adherence to maritime regulations.

Cable Handling Precautions

Caution against cutting cables or removing connectors; coil excess cable neatly.

Chapter 1: Important Information

1.1 Introduction

Guide to installing, commissioning, maintaining, and using the Raymarine AIS250 Receiver.

Intended Use and Compatibility

Product's application as an AIS receiver and its compatibility with Raymarine C/E-Series systems.

Warranty and Compliance Information

Details on product warranty registration, EMC conformance, and hazardous substance restrictions.

Handbook Information Disclaimer

Disclaimer on information accuracy and potential specification changes due to product improvement.

What is AIS?

Explanation of the Automatic Identification System (AIS) and its role in navigation.

AIS Classes and Data Transmitted

Details Class A and Class B transceivers and the types of static, voyage, and dynamic data transmitted.

Static and Dynamic Information Details

Explanation of data transmission and reporting intervals for AIS systems.

Chapter 2: Installation

2.1 EMC Installation Guidelines

Conditions for optimum EMC performance and recommended equipment separation.

Suppression Ferrites

Guidelines for using and replacing suppression ferrites on cables to maintain EMC performance.

Connections to Other Equipment

Advice on connecting other equipment using cables that require suppression ferrites.

2.2 Items in the Box

Lists all the components included with the AIS250 receiver package.

2.3 Tools Required

Lists the necessary tools for the installation of the AIS250 unit.

2.4 System Configuration

Illustrates a basic installation setup for an AIS system with its components.

Receiver Installation Advice

Warnings and recommendations for the receiver's installation location and environmental conditions.

2.5 Planning the Installation

Considerations for choosing suitable installation locations for the antenna and receiver.

Antenna Connection

Options for connecting the AIS receiver to an existing VHF antenna via a splitter.

2.6 Cable Runs

Guidelines for routing, protecting, and securing cables during the installation process.

Power Cable

Details about the supplied 5 ft. (1.5 m) power cable and its protection requirements.

Antenna Cable

Details about the supplied 4 ft. (1.2 m) AIS250 to VHF cable for antenna connection.

2.7 Installing the System

Step-by-step instructions for installing the Raymarine AIS receiver and antenna.

Receiver Installation Details

Specific placement advice for the receiver unit, avoiding engines and magnetic devices.

Drilling for Mounting

Guide for drilling pilot holes for the fixing screws for the AIS250 unit.

Mounting the Unit

Instructions on how to physically mount the AIS250 unit using screws.

2.8 Cable Connections

Overview of connecting various cables to the AIS250 unit.

AIS250 Cable Connections

Diagram and explanation of the specific cable ports on the AIS250 unit.

AIS250 Integrated NMEA Multiplexer

Details the internal NMEA multiplexer and its various input/output ports.

NMEA 38.4 OUT Port

Output port for transmitting AIS data to a compatible multifunction display.

NMEA 38.4 IN Port

Input port for receiving data from multifunction displays, GPS, or autopilots.

NMEA 4.8 OUT Port

Output port for 4.8 kbaud devices like DSC radios or third-party autopilots.

NMEA 4.8 IN Port

Input port for external NMEA devices to communicate via the multiplexer.

Power Connection

Connection point for the unit's power supply.

Chapter 3: Using the AIS Application

3.1 Introduction

Overview of operating the AIS application on Raymarine C/E-Series displays.

Baud Rate Configuration

Guide to setting the Multifunction Display's baud rate to 'AIS 38400' for correct operation.

Selecting the AIS Function

Instructions on how to enable and view AIS information on chart or radar displays.

AIS Status Indicators

Explanation of how the AIS status is displayed on the unit's data bar.

3.4 Setting up AIS

Menu options for configuring AIS display, target types, and safety messages.

How AIS Data is Displayed

Explanation of how AIS targets and data, including vectors, are visualized on the display.

AIS Target Symbols

Visual representations of different AIS target statuses and conditions shown on screen.

Viewing Target Information

How to view detailed information for individual AIS targets, including safety and vector data.

Full AIS Data Display

Accessing comprehensive data for a selected AIS target.

3.7 Using AIS for Collision Avoidance

How AIS assists in collision avoidance through safe zones, safety messages, and simulator.

Appendix A: Technical Specification

General Specifications

Details on environmental, operating, and storage specifications for the AIS250 unit.

Receiver Specifications

Includes size, weight, mounting options, and power voltage requirements for the receiver.

Receiver Performance and Connectivity

Covers connectors, operating frequencies, sensitivity, data rates, and NMEA communication.

Chapter 5: Raymarine World Wide Warranty

Raymarine Inc. Warranty (Americas/Caribbean)

Warranty terms for products sold in the Americas and Caribbean regions.

Limited Warranty Terms

General terms and conditions for Raymarine's product warranty coverage.

Obtaining Warranty Service

Procedures for returning products and obtaining warranty service from Raymarine.

Standard Warranty Service

How to return products for standard warranty repair or exchange.

'On Board' Warranty Service

Details on onboard warranty service eligibility and procedures for installed systems.

Raymarine UK Ltd. Warranty (Europe/Asia/Africa/Australasia)

Warranty terms for products sold in Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Australasia.

Limited Warranty (UK)

Raymarine warranty terms for UK customers, complying with EU directive.

Product Warranty

Covers defects in materials and workmanship for new Raymarine products.

Onboard Warranty

Details on authorized onboard warranty service by approved Raymarine agents.

Warranty Limitations and Exclusions

Lists conditions and circumstances not covered by the warranty, such as misuse or unauthorized repairs.

Other Warranty Conditions

Conditions regarding warranty transferability, voiding, and product origin.

Obtaining Warranty Service Procedures

Steps for contacting support and providing necessary documentation for warranty service.

Warranty Limitations

Specifies warranty exclusions like accident, abuse, shipping damage, and improper installation.

Liability and Cost Exclusions

Exclusions for consumable items, travel costs, labor, and limitations on liability for damages.

Navigation Aid Responsibility

Products are aids to navigation; user discretion and skill are required for safe navigation.

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