AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) Product and Operational Overview Company: Maritec Author: Andre van den Berg Date: 20 May 2008 Revision: 04 Product and Operational Overview Page 1 of 16 Revision 04 Training is limited to the AITS-R software simulator and Operational and Technical manual. 70). The LCD and Keypad are used as the man machine interface. The serial communication port provides electrical connectivity to a PC. menu driven command set Pilot / Presentation Port evaluation function (NMEA/RS422) Selectable non-volatile memory retains two (2) test session for processing • Download test results to PC and print customized reports in HTML format • Robust aluminium casing. An operational performance test is done on these channels. The AITS-R can store two separate test sessions.AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) OVERVIEW This document provides a basic overview of the operational use and applications of the AITS-R. AIS2 and DSC (chnl. which can be downloaded to a PC at a later stage using the AITS-R utility software.5W). An integrated termaline RF power meter and conducted interface (1 – 12. Customized test reports in HTML can be printed. • • • • • • • • • • • • Two AIS radio receivers (AIS1 and AIS2) Digital Selective Calling radio receiver (DSC channel 70). The Operational and Technical Manual must be consulted for information and operation of the AITS-R. A microprocessor with integrated DSP functions. The RS422 port allows testing NMEA strings of external sensor devices as well as selected items from the input/output stream of the Pilot or Presentation Port. Product and Operational Overview Page 2 of 16 Revision 04 . The AITS-R is field programmable and firmware upgradeable. The AITS-R is capable of generating and receiving AIS VDL & DSC messages. It does not replace the AITS-R Operational and Technical manual in any way. AITS-R is a hand held portable instrument with an internal battery pack and charging circuit. In-line forward power and return loss measurement within a 26. AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) Product Description and Features AITS-R (AIS Installation Test Set) is an operational test set operating on AIS1.6’ millisecond transmission period In-line or antenna RF interrogation of AIS equipment under test using keypad. using a 2 X 16 character LCD display and keypad. which is provided with the AITS-R. It has been designed in accordance with the relevant standards and recommendations as an aid to evaluate the operation of an AIS unit and AIS installation. Test results can be viewed on the LCD display and can be stored in the AITS-R’s nonvolatile memory. All menu driven test options are fully automated. not actual frequency measurements. Radiated and conducted tests can be performed. including DSC Fully portable with internal battery pack (rechargeable) & internal charging circuit LCD (2 x 16 character) display and keypad. including DSC In-line or antenna RF decoding and display of AIS received packets. A fixed frequency 2 mW nominal signal generator operating on AIS1. It can also operate using an external 12VDC supply. AIS2 and DSC (channel 70). AITS-R is menu driven. messages 1.4.11.18.7.3 using ADS AIS VDL load generator (up to 450 ships).24 AIS DSC VDL message (standard DSC Test Signal) Standard DSC test signal as defined in 10.13.3 using ADS Product and Operational Overview Page 3 of 16 Revision 04 .6W nominal AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) Applications • • • • • Radio Survey Installations Maintenance / Service AIS Product Development AIS Application Development (Software.9.16.4 (Class B/CS IEC 62287-1 draft using ADS) Includes CCITT 511 bit pseudo-random test pattern (using ADS) Pseudo EPFD Generation Fully remote control using AIS Developer Studio (ADS) interface Enhanced AIS Developer Studio (AIS) menu using serial communication port AIS VDL virtual generator (1 – 5 ships).12.1 (using ADS) Standard TDMA test signal as defined in 10.23.21. ECS.2 (using ADS) Standard TDMA test signal as defined in 10.3.14. 6V 700mAh rechargeable o Charging supply: external 12 VDC nominal (PSU 110/220VAC to 12VDC) o Power consumption: <0.4.15.2.4.6. etc) AIS Equipment Under Test (EUT) • • • • • • AIS Class A AIS Class B (B/CS) AIS Base Station AIS Repeater Station AIS Aids To Navigation AIS Search and Rescue Testing includes: • RF (on air radio frequency) radiated or conducted • Pilot / Presentation Port (RS422) • NMEA sensors (RS422) (displayed on LCD.5.22.19. messages 1.4.4.2.AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) • Dimensions And Weight (excluding antenna and cables) Length (including connectors) Width Height Weight (including battery) • 209 mm 101 mm 41 mm 700 gram Electrical: o Power supply: internal batteries.20.3 (using ADS) Standard TDMA test signal as defined in 10.2. ECDIS.8.10. first 32 characters only) AIS Generated and/or Received Message • • • • • • • • • • • • AIS VDL message types 1. Quality Control The AITS-R has been tested and certified by ETECSA Services. can be obtained from local electrical / department store. This period can be subject to the user’s quality policy.1. an accredited test laboratory in accordance with the manufacturer’s AITS-R Operational Performance Verification Procedure. etc. The values of the certificate are correct at the time of verification. A product serial number and Performance Verification Certificate is issued. the AITS-R accuracy remains within the desired limits. Refer to Annexure C for a copy of the Certificate of Conformance. A CE Certificate of Compliance is issued by the manufacturer with the supply of each AITS-R.1. Document Number AITS-R/O/PVP/R1. Refer to Annexure C for an example copy of a Performance Verification Certificate. Document Number AITS-R/H/APVP/R1. A copy of the verification procedure document is available on request. A copy of the verification procedure document is available on request. Each AITS-R is manufactured and tested in accordance with the manufacturer’s AITS-R Hardware Alignment and Performance Verification Procedure. under normal circumstance. Classification Society’s policy. Re-verification should be performed after a period that has been chosen to ensure that.BNC terminated RF cable CE Certificate of Compliance Performance Verification Certificate (“factory calibration”) Warranty document CD/DVD including: o AITS-R Operational & Technical document o AIS Developer Studio (ADS) utility software o Flash (firmware upgrade) software o Flash (firmware upgrade) procedure document External power supply required for charging is not supplied. Subsequently the accuracy will depend on such factors as the care exercised in the handling and use of the AITS-R and the frequency of use.AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) Unpacking the Unit The AITS-R package includes: • • • • • • • • • • • • AITS-R Installation Test Set Antenna (rubber duck) Vehicular charging cable (12VDC) Vehicular charging socket with red and black banana plug RS232 Interface cable RS422 Interface cable with crocodile clips (Pilot / Presentation / Sensor Ports) Programming Dongle (required for firmware upgrade) TNC . Product and Operational Overview Page 4 of 16 Revision 04 . Characteristics of a Transponder system using DSC techniques for use with vessel traffic services and ship-to-ship identification.AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) Design Reference Documents: List of standards. Annex 17 . Draft IEC 62287 Class B AIS Maritime Navigation And Radiocommunication Equipment And SystemsAutomatic Identification System .Minimum Operational And Performance Requirements .1084-3 ITU-R M. methods of testing and required test results Introductory Guidelines On Annual Testing Of The Automatic Identification System (AIS) Recommendation On Performance For An Universal Shipborne Automatic Identification System (AIS) Guidelines For The Installation Of A Shipborne Automatic Identification System (AIS) The onboard installation of Automatic Identification System (AIS) Interim solutions for improved efficiency in the use of Band 156-174 MHZ by stations in the Maritime Mobile Service (draft for revision 4).AIS Base Stations .Single Talker and Multiple Listeners High Speed Transmission.Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) ANNEX 20 Inspection and Survey Of Navigational Equipment Page 5 of 16 Revision 04 .1/Circ.Methods Of Test And Required Test Results Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems – Automatic identification system (AIS) – Part 2: AIS AtoN stations – Minimum operational and performance requirements.227 6 January 2003 IMO/IALA Seminar on AIS Session No: 3 Paper No: 2 ITU-R M.825-3 MCA Crown Copyright MCA Crown Copyright Product and Operational Overview Title Process Instruction Check sheet On SOLAS Surveys-SLR/GMDSS Guidelines for Survey of AIS Document Chapter 5 EMC EMC class B – Radiated interference field strength Electrostatic discharge Radiated frequency electromagnetic field 80Mhz to 1000Mhz The Use of the Automatic Identification System (AIS) in Marine Aids to Navigation Edition 1 December 2003 Maritime Navigation and Radio Communication Equipment and Systems Digital Interfaces: Part 1 . Universal Ship borne Automatic Identification System (AIS).1371 ITU-R M. specifications and research material.74(69) annex 3 IMO SN/Circ.Single Talker and Multiple Listeners. Digital Selective Calling (DSC) system for use in the Maritime Mobile Service.1252 22 October 2007 IMO resolution MSC. Maritime Navigation and Radio Communication Equipment and Systems Digital Interfaces: Part 2 . International Documents Document Number American Bureau Of Shipping China Classification Society EN50081-1 EN50082-1 EN55022 EN61000-4-2 EN61000-4-3 IALA Recommendation A-126 IEC 61162-1 IEC 61162-2 IEC 61993-2 IEC 62287-1 IEC 62320-1 (CDV) IEC 62320-2 (CDV) IMO MSC. Technical characteristics for a universal ship-borne automatic identification system using time division multiple access in the maritime mobile band.493 ITU-R M. (download from http://maritec.co.zip ) Page 6 of 16 Revision 04 . (Sine Qua Non Document) AITS-R/O/PVP/R1.1.co.za/media /aitsropvp. (PTY) LTD.1. (Sine Qua Non Document) Harmonizing Current Guide Lines For AIS Installation and Surveys Product and Operational Overview Title AITS-R Hardware Alignment and Performance Verification Procedure (download from http://maritec.za/media/aitsrunhcgl.za/media/aitsrhapvp.zip ) Sine Qua Non Technology Holdings.AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) Project Documents Document Number AITS-R/H/APVP/R1.zip ) AITS-R Operational Performance Verification Procedure (download from http://maritec.co. 1.3 (dynamic) & 5 (static & voyage) data: 2 DSC message data using standard DSC test message: 3.2. AIS VDL messages 1.AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) ANNEXURE A Examples of received AIS data displayed on the AITS-R LCD using the keypad scroll function. Equipment Under Test transmitter power and external VHF antenna installation test data: Product and Operational Overview Page 7 of 16 Revision 04 . D=15 Y not available ITU-R M1371-1 Y Y Time Stamp (UTC Second) 24 Y Product and Operational Overview Value Display on LCD Y Y Page 8 of 16 Y Y Revision 04 . Y Y Y Y Y Y Longitude Speed Over Ground Course Over Ground 028*13.5247'S.3624'E 000. Parameter MMSI User ID 603105678 IMO Number Call Sign Name Destination Navigation Status Latitude 632000123 ZS136A2 THE FLYING DUTCHMAN@ DURBAN SOUTH AFRICA@ Under Way Using Engines 25*48.8* Y Y Y Rate Of Turn Sensor Rate Of Turn AIS Position Accuracy -731*/min -128 LO Y True Heading RAIM Flag Type Of Ship And Electronic Position Fixing Device Type Of Ship And Cargo ETA Date [dd-mm] ETA Time [hh(24):mm] Maximum Present Static Draught Ships dimensions and reference for GPS Antenna position (m) Data Terminal Equipment AIS Version Indicator 511* Flag Off Y Y GPS Y Cargo ships 04-05 12:22 08.1m Y A=030.C=14.B=080. STATIC and VOYAGE data extracted from the VHF DATA LINK ( VDL ) evaluation. The POSITIONAL.1k 038.AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) ANNEXURE B Example of generated test reports down loaded to PC using utility software (ADS). 3620' 25*48.46:1 Display on LCD Y Y Y The VDL DSC evaluation produced the following result Parameter Format Specifier Address 120 374967295 Category Self Identification Message One Quadrant Longitude Latitude 103 603105678 100 SE 028*13.51 1.48 26.AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) The VDL RF in slot power and external antenna evaluation produced the following result Parameter Slot Average RF Slot Power (W) Slot Peak RF Slot Pow er (W) Slot Antenna Return Loss (-dB) Slot Antenna SWR Value 12.5243' Y Y Y Y Y Y Time Of Position (UTC) Message Two Ships Name 6:24:37 122 THE FLYING DUTCHMAN Y Y Y Product and Operational Overview Value Page 9 of 16 Display on LCD Y Y Revision 04 .45 12. 028*13.C=14.1m Data Terminal Equipment AIS Version Indicator Time Stamp (UTC Second) not available ITU-R M1371-1 41 Product and Operational Overview Value GPS A=030. STATIC and VOYAGE data extracted from the PILOT PLUG AND OR PRESENTATION PORT ( VDO ) evaluation.B=080.1* -731*/min -128 LO 511* RAIM Flag Type Of Ship And Electronic Position Fixing Device Flag Off Type Of Ship And Cargo ETA Date [dd-mm] ETA Time [hh(24):mm] Cargo ships 04-05 12:22 Maximum Present Static Draught Ships dimensions and reference for GPS Antenna position (m) 08.1k 041.5250'S.D=15 Page 10 of 16 Revision 04 .3628'E Speed Over Ground Course Over Ground Rate Of Turn Sensor Rate Of Turn AIS Position Accuracy True Heading 000.AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) The POSITIONAL. Parameter MMSI User ID IMO Number 603105678 632000123 Call Sign Name Destination ZS136A2 THE FLYING DUTCHMAN@ DURBAN SOUTH AFRICA@ Navigation Status Latitude Longitude Under Way Using Engines 25*48. 12 – 09 The VDL SEARCH AND RESCUE evaluation produced the following result Search And Rescue Speed Over Ground 000. The VDL AIDS TO NAVIGATION evaluation produced the following result Type Of Aid To Navigation 17 Off Position Indicator on position Product and Operational Overview Page 11 of 16 Revision 04 . AIS Search and Rescue (S&R) and AIS Aids To Navigation (AtoN) The CLASS B CS data extracted from the VHF DATA LINK ( VDO ) evaluation. Class B Type Unit Minimum Keyboard and Display Support DSC Bandspread Support MSG22 0 0 0 0 0 Mode Vendor Identification 0 12 .FA – C4 .1k_SAR Search And Rescue Altitude 0000m.AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) The following sections of an example report is specific to AIS Class B. QUALITY CONTROL DOCUMENTS AND CERTIFICATES Product and Operational Overview Page 12 of 16 Revision 04 .AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) ANNEXURE C . AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) Product and Operational Overview Page 13 of 16 Revision 04 . AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) Product and Operational Overview Page 14 of 16 Revision 04 . AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) Product and Operational Overview Page 15 of 16 Revision 04 . warranty or representation by Maritec is given and shall not be implied in relation to this document. without limitation. producing. incidental. including. and may be changed without notice. Under no circumstances should the AITS-R be operated ON AIR using the multiple sequence messages offered by the Developer Studio Interface. including any data. Unless expressly stated in this document. The AITS-R or AIS Developer Studio and or Interface should not be used to alter the operational status of any AIS unit unless authorised by a competent authority. program listings or application information or other information included in this document. special. consequential or exemplary or punitive damages or any claim for economic loss or loss of profit arising out of the information or the use or the inability to use this information. no condition.AIS Installation Test Set (AITS-R) DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: This document is for informational use only. This document should not be construed as a commitment of Maritec. any direct. Distribution unlimited Product and Operational Overview Page 16 of 16 Revision 04 . hardware or software descriptions. indirect. Approved for public release. distributing or contributing to this document be liable for any damages. 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