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AIT1500N2K – AIS Transponder with built-in GPS & NMEA 2000

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“An easy to install Class B AIS transponder with plug ‘n play NMEA 2000 interface. Built in GPS antenna and ideal for use on smaller yachts and boats like RIBs and center consoles.”

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The AIT1500N2K is a Class B AIS transponder with NMEA 2000 interface and built in GPS antenna to make installation as easy as possible. The super sensitive design allows below deck mounting on GRP boats such as small yachts, RIBs and center consoles and cuts down on antenna clutter. It connects to your boat’s electronics via a plug ‘n play NMEA 2000 connection and power is also taken from the  NMEA 2000 backbone . Simply connect a VHF antenna (or use our  SPL2000 AIS-VHF antenna splitter ) and you’re equipped with Class B AIS transponder.

Once installed, your AIS compatible plotter will show an overlay of targets and you’ll transmit your position every 30 seconds when underway to other AIS users. For PC/MAC connectivity there is also a USB interface. This can also be used for programming the transponder with your boat details.

The AIT1500N2K features a waterproof and tough enclosure with 4 LED indicators to show the status of the transponder.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Class B AIS transponder with NMEA 2000 interface and built in GPS antenna
• Shares the same latest generation AIS technology as our AIT2000 and AIT3000 units
• Plug and Play NMEA2000 interface (takes power from network)
• Compatible with all AIS ready chart plotters
• Internal GPS antenna for easy installation on fibreglass (GRP) hulled boats
• Built-in high performance 50 channel GPS receiver (ideal also as a backup GPS)
• USB Interface for simple plug and play connection to a PC or Mac
• Requires VHF antenna or dedicated AIS antenna (available as optional accessory) or splitter (SPL2000)
• Supplied with programming software for PC/Mac and  SmarterTrack Lite  for Windows
• Easy to install black box solution

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An AIS which sends and receives data is known as a transceiver (or often called a transponder). There are also simple devices called AIS receivers which pick up transmissions and decode for displaying on a compatible chart plotter or PC based navigation system – or even an iPad or tablet.

AIS transponders will allow you to receive data from vessels close to you, but will also allow you to continuously transmit your vessel’s identity, position, speed and heading, as well as other relevant information, to all other AIS-equipped vessels within your range.

To transmit its position, an AIS transponder must have its own GPS antenna. All our AIS transponders are supplied with a GPS antenna or have a built-in GPS antenna.

To help you choose the right AIS transponder for you, here are a few keys that may help you out:

• Receive targets on a plotter – if you want to receive only AIS targets on a plotter then you have the choice between the AIT1500, AIT1500N2K, AIT2000 and AIT2500. The AIT1500 or AIT1500N2K have a GPS built into the transponder and is therefore recommended for fibreglass boats up to 30 feet. The AIT1500 only has an NMEA 0183 interface while the AIT1500N2K has a NMEA 2000 interface. The AIT2000 (class B) and AIT2500 (class B+) both have an external GPS antenna and can therefore be installed on any type of boat. They both also have an NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000 and USB interface.
• Receive AIS targets on software or applications – If you only want to receive AIS targets on navigation software or applications, then we recommend the iAISTX. This is an AIS transponder with an external GPS antenna and a built-in WiFi server.
• Receive AIS targets on a plotter AND software/applications – To receive AIS targets on a plotter and software/applications at the same time, we recommend the AIT5000 (Class B+). The AIT5000 is the most complete AIS transponder with a certified zero loss VHF antenna splitter, NMEA multiplexer, external GPS antenna and WiFi server.
• AIS for rental boats – if you are looking for an AIS receiver or transponder that you can put in your suitcase and want to use when renting a boat then the Nomad is the right AIS transponder for the job. It is the only portable AIS transponder that has a built-in GPS, is USB powered and comes with a portable VHF antenna.

Now that you have an idea of which AIS transponder you need, you will also need to choose between Class B or Class B+ AIS transponder.

There are 3 types of AIS transponders: Class A, Class B and Class B+ :

• Class B AIS Transponder is for recreational craft installation and is a simplified, lower powered 2W transceiver which is normally a black box and uses a connected chart plotter to display local AIS targets. It transmits every 30 seconds regardless of vessel speed and can’t transmit additional data like destination port.
• Class B+ AIS Transponder (also called Class B SOTDMA or Class B 5W ) is a new standard that utilises SOTDMA format transmissions which offer a 5W power output (2.5 x more powerful than a regular Class B), a guaranteed time slot for transmission in busy traffic areas and faster update rates depending upon the speed of the vessel. It’s ideal for ocean sailors requiring the best possible performance and future proof satellite tracking applications, fast power boats and smaller non-mandated commercial vessels.
• Class A AIS Transponder must have a dedicated (and type approved) display to show the location of nearby AIS targets and transmits at 12.5W. Data is sent at up to every 2 seconds depending upon the vessel speed and the display also allows for data to be inputted to the transmission such as vessel destination. A Class A device is normally used on commercial vessels as its Type Approved to IMO specifications.

If the AIS transponder doesn’t have a built-in VHF splitter (i.e. AIT5000), there are 2 options: either install a dedicated VHF antenna for AIS or install an antenna splitter so that the main VHF antenna is used for both VHF radio and AIS.

For those who want to use their existing VHF antenna, then we recommend the use of a certified zero loss VHF antenna splitter such as our SPL1500 and SPL2000. Please do not use a non-zero loss certified VHF antenna splitter. They are inexpensive, but they can destroy your AIS transponder.

For those who want to install a VHF antenna dedicated to AIS, then we recommend a VHF antenna tuned to AIS frequencies. The AIS transmission and reception works on 2 dedicated channels which use the frequencies 161.975 and 162.025 MHz (channel 87B and 88B). VHF frequencies in the maritime environment use frequencies from 156.0 to 162.025 MHz and most VHF antennas are designed to provide maximum gain on channel 16 (156.8 MHz). You can now find antennas on the market dedicated to AIS frequencies such as the HA156 antenna.

These antennas, dedicated to AIS frequencies, offer maximum gain at 162 MHz (which is the centre between the 2 AIS frequencies 161.975 and 162.025 MHz). So if you install a VHF antenna instead of a VHF antenna splitter for your AIS receiver or transponder, then choose an AIS frequency VHF antenna to compensate for the loss due to the installation of the antenna lower down than the main VHF antenna at the top of the mast. The graph below shows how a dedicated AIS frequency antenna (162 MHz) provides a better VSWR and therefore a better transmission and reception.

The AIS transponder can be configured with the free PC/Mac software called ProAIS2. The ProAIS2 software can be downloaded free of charge directly from our website. The functionality of the proAIS2 software is the same on Windows or Mac.

Installation of the proAIS2 software, also installs the USB drivers and we recommend not plugging the transponders USB cable in to the PC/Mac until after you have installed proAIS2. Once the installation is complete, plug the USB cable in to the computer to complete the USB driver installation. The transponder receives enough power from the USB connection to power the processor and ancillory circuitry required to configure the transponder, however the GPS will not get a fix, the NMEA interfaces will not be working and the transponder will not transmit while on USB power.

Digital Yacht are not the only company that supply proAIS2 with transponders, but to our knowledge, we are the only company to produce a video showing how to configure and diagnose Class B transponders with it. So we hope that not only Digital Yacht users but owners of other brands will benefit from this video.

Please note that the MMSI number cannot be changed once the product has been configured. To change the MMSI number, you must reset the product and for that, please contact us.

To find out how to use the proAIS2 software to configure an AIS transponder, please watch the video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTiMynP8KDs

If you want to stop transmitting your position, you can either fit a physical silent switch on the AIS transponder or you can stop the AIS transmission through the ProAIS2 software.

You can stop the AIS transmission of our iAISTX & AIT5000 with their built-in web interface. Easy to stop the AIS transmission with your smartphone.

This is a very valid question. Especially if you have spent a few hours installing the transponder then knowing that it is working OK is very important. Using the proAIS2 configuration software allows you to see if the GPS position is OK. You can monitor the AIS reception of other vessels. As well as ensure that there are no errors or alarms. However, if you are new to AIS, there is always that nagging doubt as to whether other vessels are seeing you.

The best test of a Class B transponder is to ask someone else in your marina, who has AIS, to check that they are receiving you on their system. If your vessel is stationary, then a transponder will only transmit every 3 minutes. This increases to every 30 seconds when your speed over the ground (SOG) is greater than 2 knots. Therefore, do allow some time for them to detect you. Also when they first receive your transmission, the only data they will see is your position, speed, course and MMSI number. It can take up to 6 minutes to receive your “Static Data” (boat name, call sign, vessel type, dimensions, etc.). This is normal and is the way the AIS system regulates the amount of data being transmitted.

The other increasingly common method of testing an AIS transponder is to look on one of the online “live” AIS websites and the most popular of the free services is MarineTraffic.com

However, it is important for you to be aware of the limitations of these online sites. As a result, do not assume that you will always be picked up by them. Each of the different online services are only as good as their network of AIS receiving stations. In many cases enthusiasts/volunteers operate these. In some areas the coverage is great but there are definitely “holes” in coverage.

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DIGITAL YACHT AIT2000 Installation & Operation Manual

• Product handbook (28 pages)
• Installation and instruction manual (7 pages)
• Technical notes (5 pages)
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Table of Contents

• Troubleshooting
• Safety Warnings
• Position Source
• Compass Safe Distance
• RF Emissions Notice
• Disposal of this Product and Packaging
• Declaration of Conformity
• Industry Canada Notice

2 About Your Ais Class B Transponder

• Static and Dynamic Vessel Data
• Important Information for US Customers

3 What's in the Box

• Digital Yacht Software and Driver CD
• GPS Antenna
• Power/Data and USB Cables
• Electrical Connections

4 Installation

• Preparing for Installation
• Optional "Silent" Switch
• VHF Antenna Cable
• Power and Data Cable
• Chart Plotter
• Connection to a PC or Mac

5 Installation Procedures

• Installing the AIS Transponder
• Installing the External GPS Antenna
• Connecting to the VHF Antenna
• Connecting the Power/Data Cable
• Connecting a "Silent" Switch (Optional)
• Connecting to NMEA0183 Compatible Equipment
• Connection to an NMEA2000 Network (Optional)
• USB Connection (Optional)
• Connecting to a Power Supply

6 Configuring Your Ais Transponder

• Plugging the AIT2000 in to a Windows PC
• Plugging the AIT2000 in to a Mac

7 Operation

• Switch Functions
• Indicator Functions

8 Troubleshooting

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Summary of Contents for DIGITAL YACHT AIT2000

• Page 1 AIT2000 Installation & Operation Manual VERSION 1.01 AIT2000 Installation & Operation Manual For product support please see www.digitalyacht.co.uk Page 1...

Page 2: Table Of Contents

• Page 3 USB Connection (optional) ......................... 19 Connecting to a power supply ........................20 CONFIGURING YOUR AIS TRANSPONDER ......................21 Plugging the AIT2000 in to a Windows PC ....................21 Plugging the AIT2000 in to a Mac ....................... 22 OPERATION ................................. 26 Switch functions ............................

Page 4: Notices

Page 5: warranty, page 6: industry canada notice, page 7: about your ais class b transponder, page 8: important information for us customers, page 9: what's in the box, page 10: gps antenna.

• Page 11 NMEA2000 port for connection to NMEA2000 compatible equipment  In addition there are two other connections for the VHF antenna and the external GPS antenna. Figure 1 shows the electrical connections to the AIT2000 transponder. Figure 1 For product support please see www.digitalyacht.co.uk...

Page 12: Installation

Page 13: optional "silent" switch, page 14: power and data cable, page 15: installation procedures, page 16: installing the external gps antenna, page 17: connecting a "silent" switch (optional).

• Page 18 (or any instrument data) received on Input 1 is multiplexed (combined) with the AIT2000’s own AIS and GPS data and sent to the Chart Plotter on Output 1 (38400 baud). The GPS inside the AIT2000 is used to provide the VHF DSC radio with GPS position data on Output 2 (4800 baud).

Page 19: Connection To An Nmea2000 Network (Optional)

Page 20: connecting to a power supply, page 21: configuring your ais transponder, page 22: plugging the ait2000 in to a mac.

• Page 23 AIT2000 Installation & Operation Manual VERSION 1.01 Figure 8 You should enter the following information in order to configure your AIS transponder:  Your unique MMSI number  The Vessel’s Registered Name  Vessel type  VHF Call sign ...
• Page 24 If your AIT2000 is installed and fully powered up from the boat’s 12v or 24v supply, then the AIT2000’s GPS will now start to operate. Click on the “GPS Status” tab to see what the satellite signal strengths are like – you need a minimum of 3-4 satellites with >20 signal strength to get a position fix.
• Page 25 VERSION 1.01 Once a GPS position fix is received, the AIT2000 will attempt to make a transmission report. To see occur, click on the “Diagnostics” tab and within a few minutes, the AIT2000 should make its first transmission report, five green ticks should be displayed as shown in Figure 11.

Page 26: Operation

• Page 27 30 minutes before entering an error state. Red and Yellow indicators  This is a new AIT2000 unit that has not yet been properly configured with an MMSI number.  The unit is only getting power via the USB cable.

Page 28: Troubleshooting

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How to test the s1000 ais sart.

The AIS SART should be tested annually to confirm correct operation. In order to maximise the available battery capacity it is not recommended to test the AIS SART more frequently. Carry out the following steps to test the AIS SART:

• Remove the AIS SART from the bracket or bag and move to an outdoor location with a clear view of the sky. Do not hold the AIS SART in the location marked over the internal GPS antenna.
• Press and hold the ‘Test’ button for three seconds until the indicator starts flashing. The test is now active and the AIS SART will attempt to obtain a GPS position fix for five minutes.
• The outcome of the test is indicated as shown in Figure 11. During the test AIS messages are transmitted and will be received by all nearby vessels. Refer to section 4.5 for further information on display of AIS SART position and messages on other equipment.
• If a pass is not indicated by the end of the test period then the AIS SART should be relocated and the test repeated.
• If battery expiry is indicated please contact your dealer to arrange for battery replacement. Section 5 provides further details on battery replacement.

The AIS SART test can be cancelled at any time by pressing and holding the ‘Test’ button for three seconds. The indicator will extinguish when the test has been cancelled.

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KEY FEATURES

An AIS SART (Search and rescue transponder) is a mandatory fit for live saving apparatus on all vessels over 300GRT. Traditional technology used a radar type device. However, new legislation allow the use of an AIS SART with associated performance and cost benefits. AIS SARTs positively identify the casualty and give a regular position update. A Class A MKD, ECDIS or plotter will then display this as a graphic. The S1000 has full IMO compliance and approval as an AIS SART (Wheel Marked) which once activated, will display a target on any Class A or B transponder system or on an AIS receiver. As such it greatly aids recovery of the casualty or liferaft.

SART alarms like our AIS Lifeguard are also activated by the signal from these devices. The S1000 utilises specialist VHF antenna technology to offer exceptional range (typically up to 10NM) and has a battery life of 96 hours under operation. It comes with a storage bag and bracket mount and has a 1m telescopic pole integrated so it can be used in a liferaft. The 50 channel GPS built in within the device offers a very fast time to first fix (typically under 40 seconds). Thereafter it is able to transmit position information 8 times per minute.

The SART shows as a SART target on any AIS system and a safety message (SART ACTIVE) is sent every 4 minutes. The S1000 SART also offers considerable safety benefits for leisure users and should be part of any safety pack for coastal or ocean sailing.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Full IMO Compliant, Wheel Marked AIS SART
• 50 channel GPS receiver built in
• Specialist VHF antenna technology for superior performance
• LED indications for test and activation
• When activated transmits position 8 times per minute
• 96 hour battery life
• Sends SART ACTIVE safety message every 4 minutes
• Easy to change, low cost battery replacement

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