AIS 600 Instructions
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1. IGA 38 GPS antenna included RF cable to VHF antenna RF interconnect cable not included included VHF radio d optional not included AIS 600 GPSmap 4012 N o P i Chartplotter optional not included S lt a Chartplotter power agam S z E NMEA 2000 network power E not included 2 3 2 8 o u 3 NMEA 2000 drop cable lt included 2 Silent mode switch oe optional not included Li AIS 600 power data cable included i SRM message switch o optional not included 4 See page 8 for silent mode and SRM oe message wiring assignments Notes The AIS 600 must be connected to the included GA 38 GPS antenna The AIS 600 does not share GPS information with any other devices on the boat If you have a chartplotter on your boat it must receive GPS information from a separate antenna such as a GPS 17x The AIS 600 does not need to be installed alongside a VHF radio but they can share the same VHF antenna if they are both installed on your boat n g truc N es tr r AIS 600 AIS 600 Wiring Layout AIS 600 Connected to a Garmin C2. a travel aid and must not be used for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction distance location or topography Garmin makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of map data Repairs have a 90 day warranty If the unit sent in is still under its original warranty then the new warranty is 90 days or to the end of the original one year warranty depending upon which is longer THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR ANY TRAFFIC FINES OR CITATIONS WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace with a new or newly overhauled replacement product the device or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY To obtain warranty service contact your loc
3. marine mount not included Select a suitable location for the GA 38 antenna on your boat To ensure the best reception mount the GA 38 antenna in a location with a clear kD view of the sky in all directions Better e Avoid mounting the GA 38 antenna in the shade of the superstructure of the boat a radome antenna or a mast e Mount the GA 38 antenna at least 3 ft 1 m away from preferably above the path of any radar beam or a VHF radio antenna BIN n pene tet eve ne from engine components Temporarily secure the antenna in the preferred mounting location and test it for correct N operation If you experience interference from other electronics try a different location When you verify correct operation permanently mount the antenna ped best Surface mounting the GA 38 Antenna a i S Jat S 1 Use the surface mount bracket as a mounting template 1m Use a center punch to mark the three screw locations on the surface Radar VAE Rano Antenna Use a pencil to trace the cable hole in the center of the bracket GA 38 Antenna Placement Considerations Set the surface mount bracket aside Do not drill through the surface mount bracket 2 Drill 1 sin 3 mm pilot holes at the three marked locations NOTE If you are mounting the GA 38 on fiberglass it is recommended that you 2 use a countersink bit to drill a clearance counterbore through the top gelcoat layer gt but no deeper This wi
4. transceiver box is at least 15 3 4 in 40 cm from any compass to avoid interference Needed Tools Drill and drill bits e Number 2 Phillips screwdriver To mount the transceiver box 1 Ensure that the chosen location is dry protected and well ventilated 2 Use the transceiver box as a template and use a pencil to mark the holes in the four corners Do not drill through the transceiver box 3 Drill four t s in 3 mm pilot holes 4 Mount the transceiver box using the included M4 2 x 25 screws You can also use bolts washers and nuts not included to mount the transceiver box if the mounting surface is suitable Connecting the Transceiver Box to Power Device Wire Color Function Use the AIS 600 power data cable to connect the transceiver box to a 12 or 24 AIS 600 power data Red Power positive Vdc battery cable Black Ground negative Notes AIS 600 Power Wiring Assignment Table e Use the AIS 600 Power Wiring Assignment Table to identify the positive and negative wires The replacement fuse on the power data wiring harness is a 5 A fast acting fuse e fit is necessary to extend the power wires use 16 AWG or larger wire Installing the AIS 600 Power Toggle The AIS 600 can be powered on and off in one of 3 ways e Ifthe AIS 600 is connected to a NMEA 2000 network it will toggle on and off with the NMEA 2000 network NOTE The AIS 600 is not powered by the NMEA 2000 network although it
5. when the device sends an AIS message RX Only Solid when the device is in silent mode or when the device is not ready to transmit NOTE The AIS 600 will not transmit without a GPS signal without an MMSI number when an AIS base station commands a quiet time or when the AIS 600 encounters a critical error Warning Flashes when there is a warning condition Connect the AIS 600 device to a PC and use the AIS 600 Setup Software to view detailed information about the warning condition See page 2 for information on using the AIS 600 Setup Software SRM Flashes when the device transmits an SRM Error The device is not able to transmit due to a critical error Connect the AIS 600 device to a PC and use the AIS 600 Setup Software to view detailed information about the warning condition See page 2 for information on using the AIS 600 Setup Software VHF TX Solid when a connected VHF radio is transmitting Troubleshooting Warnings and Errors using the AIS 600 Setup Software If the warning LED or the error LED is steadily lit on the AIS 600 use the AIS 600 Setup Software to view details about the warning or error condition Follow the steps above to begin communication with the AIS 600 and click on the Diagnostics tab in the AIS 600 Setup Software to view detailed warning or error information Product Registration Help us better support you by completing our online registration today Go to http my garmin com Keep the origin
6. A GARMIN AIS 600 Instructions Use these instructions to program and install the Garmin AIS 600 marine Automatic Identification System AIS Class B transponder device Compare the contents of this package with the packing list on the box If any pieces are missing contact your Garmin dealer immediately When navigating carefully compare information provided by the unit to all available navigation sources including information from visual sightings local waterway rules and restrictions and maps For safety always resolve any discrepancies or questions before continuing navigation Use this unit only as a navigational aid Do not attempt to use the unit for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction distance location or topography This product its packaging and its components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or reproductive harm This Notice is provided in accordance with California s Proposition 65 See www garmin com prop65 for more information Wear safety goggles and a dust mask when drilling cutting or sanding NOTICE To prevent possible damage to your equipment the VHF antenna must be connected to the AIS 600 before transmitting This ensures that the power output to the antenna port dissipates properly when transmitting Electromagnetic Energy Exposure and Antenna Mounting The AIS 600 generates and radiates radio frequency RF electromagnetic e
7. al Garmin authorized dealer or call Garmin Product Support for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number Securely pack the device and a copy of the original sales receipt which is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs Write the tracking number clearly on the outside of the package Send the device freight charges prepaid to any Garmin warranty service station Online Auction Purchases Products purchased through online auctions are not eligible for warranty coverage Online auction confirmations are not accepted for warranty verification To obtain warranty service an original or copy of the sales receipt from the original retailer is required Garmin will not replace missing components from any package purchased through an online auction International Purchases A separate warranty may be provided by international distributors for devices purchased outside the United States depending on the country If applicable this warranty is provided by the local in country distributor and this distributor provides local service for your device Distributor warranties are only valid in the area of intended distribution Devices purchased in the United States or Canada must be returned to the Garmin service center in the United Kingdom the United States Canada or Taiwan for service Australian Purchases Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to a replacement or refu
8. al sales receipt or a photocopy in a safe place Contact Garmin Contact Garmin Product Support if you have any questions while using the AIS 600 In the USA go to www garmin com support or contact Garmin USA by phone at 913 397 8200 or 800 800 1020 In the UK contact Garmin Europe Ltd by phone at 0808 2380000 In Europe go to www garmin com support and click Contact Support for in country support information or contact Garmin Europe Ltd by phone at 44 0 870 8501241 Important Product Information This equipment is for use worldwide including the following European countries AT DK DE IT MT SK GB CH CY FI HU LT PL ES LI RO BE EE GR LV NL SI IS_ BG CZ FR IE LU PT SE NO TR Industry Canada Compliance This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 182 and ICES 003 FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipm
9. e pole mount adapter onto a standard 1 in OD 14 threads per inch pipe threaded pole marine mount not included Do not overtighten the adapter 3 Connect the cable to the GA 38 antenna GA 38 antenna 4 Place the GA 38 antenna on the pole mount adapter and twist the antenna clockwise to lock it in place 5 Secure the antenna to the adapter with the included M3 set screw 6 Optional With the GA 38 installed on the pole mount fill the remaining gap in the vertical Pole mount cable slot with a marine sealant adapter 7 Attach the marine pole mount to the boat if it is not already attached 8 Route the cable away from sources of electronic interference and connect it to the AIS 600 using the BNC connector Vertical cable slot To mount the GA 38 with the cable run through the pole 1 Position a standard 1 in OD 14 threads per inch pipe threaded pole marine mount not included in the preferred location and mark the approximate center of the pole Drill a 3 4 in 19 mm hole for the cable to pass through Fasten the pole marine mount to the boat Thread the pole mount adapter onto the pole Do not overtighten the adapter Route the cable through the pole and connect it to the GA 38 antenna Place the GA 38 antenna on the pole mount adapter and twist the antenna clockwise to lock it in place Secure the antenna to the adapter with the included M3 set screw Optional With the GA 38
10. ent generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and may cause harmful interference to radio communications if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures 10 AIS 600 Instructions e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the GPS unit e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This product does not contain any user serviceable parts Repairs should only be made by an authorized Garmin service center Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment and void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15 regulations Wireless Device Country Approvals for the AIS 600 Regulatory markings have been applied to the device signifying that this device has been approved for use in Europe Australia and New Zealand Declaration of Conformity DoC Hereby Garmin declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Direct
11. hartplotter through NMEA 0183 GA 38 GPS antenna included RECANE 10 Maa Talis RF interconnect cable not included included VHF radio optional not included GARMIN Wire color function Wire color function Gray Tx A White Rx A Orange White Rx B AIS 600 transceiver box Yellow ower toggle Chartplotter power GPSmap 4012 Jamod oipe JHA 6 Silent mode switch A optional not included Garmin NMEA 0183 compatible chartplotter optional not included SRM switch optional not included See page 8 for silent mode and Safety Related Message SRM wiring assignments GARMIN 12 or 24 Vdc Notes The AIS 600 must be connected to the included GA 38 GPS antenna The AIS 600 does not share GPS information with any other devices on the boat If you have a chartplotter on your boat it must receive GPS information from a separate antenna such as a GPS 17x The AIS 600 does not need to be installed alongside a VHF radio but they can share the same VHF antenna if they are both installed on your boat The listed wire colors are for the NMEA 0183 Port 1 input on a Garmin GPSMAP 4000 5000 6000 7000 series chartplotter Refer to the installa
12. he negative battery terminal in order to toggle the output speed manually Wiring the AIS 600 to a Physical Switch to Send a Safety Related Message SRM or Enter Silent Mode Optional Wiring the AIS 600 to a Silent Mode Switch When in silent mode you will only receive AIS signals your position will not be transmitted Use the bare wires from the included SRM cable to install a silent mode switch Connect the yellow wire from the SRM cable to one terminal of a single pole single throw switch not included and connect the green wire from the SRM cable to the other terminal After the switch is installed when you close the switch the AIS 600 enters silent mode Wiring the AIS 600 to an SRM Switch Use the bare wires from the included SRM cable to install an SRM switch Connect the white wire from the SRM cable to one terminal of a single pole single throw switch not included and connect the black wire from the SRM cable to the other terminal After the switch is installed closing the switch broadcasts a pan pan urgency SRM While the switch is closed the AIS 600 will send the urgency message at a rate of one message per minute Using the AIS 600 If you connected the AIS 600 device to a chartplotter using either NMEA 2000 or NMEA 0183 refer to the Owner s Manual provided with your chartplotter for information on using the AIS specific features of the chartplotter If you did not connect the AIS 600 device to a chartplotter to on
13. ign Vessel type Vessel dimensions including the location of the GPS antenna on the boat To begin communication with the AIS 600 1 3 Ensure that the AIS 600 transceiver box is connected to a 12 or 24 Vdc power source using the power data cable and that the AIS 600 is connected to the PC using the included mini USB cable Launch the AIS 600 Setup Software An icon was placed on the desktop when you installed the software Click Connect in the Connection and Status window To assign an MMSI number to the AIS 600 2 NOTE After you save the assigned MMSI number to the AIS 600 the MMSI number cannot be changed On the Static Data tab of the AIS 600 Setup Software enter a nine digit MMSI number in the MMSI field Click Save data to AIS600 To program static vessel data on the AIS 600 2 NOTE Vessel static data unlike an MMSI number can be reprogrammed if necessary On the Static Data tab of the AIS 600 Setup Software enter the vessel name the vessel call sign the type of vessel and the location of the GPS antenna on the vessel Click Save data to AIS600 To complete the programming process 1 2 From the File menu of the AIS 600 Setup Software select Exit Disconnect the AIS 600 transceiver box from the computer AIS 600 Instructions AIS 600 Wiring Layout AIS 600 Connected to a Chartplotter through a NMEA 2000 Network GPS 17x GPS antenna not included
14. installed on the pole mount fill the vertical cable slot with a marine sealant Route the cable away from sources of electronic interference and connect it to the AIS 600 using the BNC connector Connecting a VHF Antenna to the AIS 600 To transmit and receive AIS information the AIS 600 must be connected to a VHF antenna not included Oo ON DO KF W P Connect a marine VHF antenna to the AIS 600 using the antenna port on the rear panel of the device If you have a VHF radio on your boat connect the VHF antenna to the AIS 600 and connect the VHF radio to the AIS 600 using the RF interconnect cable according to the wiring layout diagrams starting on page 3 Mount the antenna according to the installation instructions provided with the antenna Connecting the AIS 600 to a NMEA 2000 Network Optional You can connect the AIS 600 to a NMEA 2000 compliant chartplotter using your existing NMEA 2000 network or you can build a basic NMEA 2000 network if you do not have one on your boat For more information on NMEA 2000 and to purchase required cables and connectors go to www garmin com The AIS 600 wiring layout diagram on page 3 contains an example of the AIS 600 connected to Garmin chartplotter through a NMEA 2000 network NOTE If you are unfamiliar with NMEA 2000 see the NMEA 2000 Network Fundamentals chapter of the Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products for more information Go to www garmin com garmin cms us onthewater
15. ive 1999 5 EC To view the full Declaration of Conformity go to www garmin com compliance CE Notification CE Notified Body number 0700 valid for the AIS 600 only Limited Warranty C 0 000 Garmin s consumer products are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase Within this period Garmin will at its sole option repair or replace any components that fail in normal use Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost This warranty does not apply to 1 cosmetic damage such as scratches nicks and dents ii consumable parts such as batteries unless product damage has occurred due to a defect in materials or workmanship iii damage caused by accident abuse misuse water flood fire or other acts of nature or external causes iv damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not an authorized service provider of Garmin v damage to a product that has been modified or altered without the written permission of Garmin or vi damage to a product that has been connected to power and or data cables that are not supplied by Garmin In addition Garmin reserves the right to refuse warranty claims against products or services that are obtained and or used in contravention of the laws of any country Garmin s navigation products are intended to be used only as
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17. le on the CD ROM 2 Follow the on screen instructions to install the AIS 600 Setup Software on your computer Connecting the AIS 600 to a PC for programming 1 Connect the AIS 600 transceiver box to a 12 or 24 Vdc power source using the power data cable see page 5 NOTE To ensure that the AIS 600 device powers on for programming connect the red wire from the power data cable to the positive terminal of the 12 or 24 Vdc power source and connect both the black wire and the yellow wire from the power data cable to the negative terminal of the 12 or 24 Vdc power source 2 Use the included mini USB cable to connect the USB port on the AIS 600 transceiver box to a USB port on your computer The Windows Found New Hardware Wizard runs automatically 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the Found New Hardware Wizard NOTE If the Found New Hardware Wizard does not successfully install the driver open the Driver folder on the CD ROM and run CDM20600 exe to install the AIS 600 driver on your computer Assigning Data to the AIS 600 The AIS 600 must be programmed with a valid vessel MMSI number before use Until a valid MMSI number is programmed the AIS 600 will operate in silent mode only When in silent mode the AIS 600 will not transmit position data although it can still receive AIS signals Optionally the AIS 600 transmits the following static vessel data when assigned Vessel name Vessel call s
18. lists the AIS system the vessel call sign and the vessel Maritime Mobile Service Identity MMSI number Contact the relevant authority in your country to ensure that your VHF license covers the AIS 600 device September 2013 190 01151 00 Rev G Printed in Germany Programming the AIS 600 Before the AIS 600 can be used on a boat it must be programmed with a unique MMSI number and with additional vessel specific static data The MMSI number must be programmed by an authorized marine electronics dealer or installer Use the AIS 600 Setup Software on the included CD ROM to program the AIS 600 NOTICE In the USA it is prohibited under FCC regulations to enter incorrect or improper data and it is prohibited for any person other than the manufacturer or the installing dealer to input MMSI data It is a violation of the rules of the Federal Communications Commission to input an MMSI that has not been properly assigned to the user or to otherwise input any inaccurate data in this device Preparing the AIS 600 and the PC for Programming PC Requirements Microsoft Windows 2000 or newer minimum 32 MB of RAM minimum 10 MB of free hard drive space Installing the AIS 600 Setup Software 1 Insert the CD ROM provided with the AIS 600 into your computer The Installation Wizard for the AIS 600 Setup Software runs automatically NOTE To run the AIS 600 programming Setup Software installer manually run the Setup exe fi
19. ll help to prevent cracking in the gelcoat layer when the GA 38 screws are tightened antenna 3 Use a 1 in 25 mm hole saw to cut the cable hole in the center m lt 4 Place the seal pad on the bottom of the surface mount bracket Ensure that the screw holes align 5 Use the included M4 screws to attach the surface mount bracket to the mounting f Rubber surface gasket 6 Route the cable through the 1 in 25 mm cable hole and connect it to the GA 38 7 Ensure that the large rubber gasket is in place on the bottom of the GA 38 Surface mount antenna place the antenna on the surface mount bracket and twist the pes antenna clockwise to lock it in place 2 8 Secure the antenna to the mounting bracket with the included M3 set screw Mounting 9 Route the cable away from sources of electronic interference and connect it to the surtace AIS 600 using the BNC connector 6 AIS 600 Instructions Pole mounting the GA 38 Antenna With the pole mount adapter attached to the GA 38 antenna you can install the antenna on a standard in OD 14 threads per inch pipe threaded pole marine mount not included You can run the cable through the pole or outside the pole To mount the GA 38 with the cable run outside the pole 2 1 Route the cable through the pole mount adapter and place the cable in the vertical slot along 8 the base of the pole mount adapter 2 Thread th
20. ly broadcast position information ensure that you wired a power toggle switch using the yellow wire on the AIS 600 power data cable see page 5 When you want to turn on the AIS 600 and broadcast your position information close the switch When you want to turn off the AIS 600 open the switch NOTE If you have other devices on your boat with the ability to receive AIS information they will detect the AIS 600 and see it as a collision hazard because it is installed on the same boat You may need to disable other AIS receivers to avoid this situation 8 AIS 600 Instructions Appendix AIS 600 Specifications Dimensions W x H x D 9 3 4 x 7 3 32 x 2 1 2 in 248 x 180 x 64 mm Weight 4 177 Ib 1 895 kg T ture Range from 4 F to 140 F AAAMAAAAANMAAA ap A E S HRHARRRHI from 20 C to 60 C Compass safe Distance 15 3 4 in 40 cm Waterproof Rating IEC 60529 IPX7 Immersion in 1 meter of standing water for 30 minutes Power Source 9 6 31 2 Vdc 12 Vdc or 24 Vdc boat battery Usage 20 W max Fuse 5 A fast acting NMEA 2000 Power Usage LEN 2 Antenna Antenna Connector S0 239 50 Q Max Antenna Gain 9 dBi Antenna Port Impedance 50 Q 248 mm NMEA 2000 PGN Information Receive Transmit 059392 ISO Acknowledgment 059392 ISO Acknowledgment 059904 ISO Request 060928 ISO Address Claim 060928 ISO Address Claim 126208 NMEA Request Command Acknowledge Group Function 126208 NMEA Co
21. mmand Request Acknowledge Group Function 126464 PGN List 126992 System Time 126996 Product Information 129038 AIS Class A Position Report 129039 AIS Class B Position Report 129040 AIS Class B Extended Position Report The Garmin AIS 600 is NMEA 2000 certified 129794 AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related Data U 129798 AIS SAR Aircraft Position Report 129802 AIS Safety Related Broadcast Message 129809 AIS Class B CS Static Data Report Part A 129810 AIS Class B CS Static Data Report Part B NMEA 0183 Communication Information When connected to a NMEA 0183 device the AIS 600 transmits the following sentences RMC VDM and VDO GA 38 Specifications Dimensions 3 19 32 in 91 6 mm Diameter x 1 15 16 in 49 5 mm Height Weight 7 1 oz 201 g Case Material Fully gasketed high impact plastic alloy waterproof to IEC 529 IPX7 standards Operating Range From 40 F to 176 F from 40 C to 80 C Cable Foil shielded center conductor 18 AWG AIS 600 Instructions 9 Connector Antenna Proprietary twist lock connector GPS unit BNC Dynamics 999 knots 40g Interpreting the LEDs on the AIS 600 A series of LEDs on the AIS 600 transceiver box indicates the device status device activity and device errors LED Label Interpretation All OK Solid when the device is ready to transmit and receive RX Flashes when the device receives an AIS message TX Flashes
22. nd for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure The benefits under our Limited Warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies under applicable law in relation to the products Garmin Australasia Unit 19 167 Prospect Highway Seven Hills NSW Australia 2147 Phone 1800 822 235 Garmin s Marine Warranty Policy Certain Garmin Marine products in certain areas have a longer warranty period and additional terms and conditions Go to www garmin com support warranty html for more details and to see if your product is covered under Garmin s Marine Warranty Policy Garmin the Garmin logo and GPSMAP are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries registered in the USA and other countries These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries NMEA 2000 and the NMEA 2000 logo are registered trademarks of the National Marine Electronics Association For the latest free software updates excluding map data throughout the life of your Garmin products visit the Garmin Web site at www garmin com s TA 2012 1368 GARMIN taksa AC APPROVED 2009 2013 Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries Garmin Internationa
23. nergy EME Failure to observe these guidelines may expose persons to RF radiation absorption exceeding the maximum permissible exposure MPE Garmin declares an MPE radius of 59 in 1 5 m for this system which was determined using 2 watts output to an omni directional 9 dBi gain antenna The antenna should be installed such that a distance of 59 in 1 5 m is maintained between the antenna and all persons When sharing the VHF antenna with a VHF radio refer to the documentation provided with the radio for additional MPE information specific to the installed VHF radio Radio operators with cardiac pacemakers life support machines or electrical medical equipment should not be exposed to excessive radio frequency fields Operate the device in accordance with the instructions supplied NOTICE The device complies with internationally recognized standards covering human exposure to electromagnetic fields from radio devices Check with the local authorities for any antenna or operational restrictions that may apply Safe Compass Distance Ensure that you install the AIS 600 transceiver box at least 15 3 4 in 40 cm from any compass Test your compass to verify that it operates correctly when the device is operating Licensing Requirements In many countries the operation of an AIS device is included in the VHF license provisions Therefore the vessel on which the AIS 600 is installed must possess a current VHF license that
24. nmea2000 and click on the Manuals hyperlink AIS 600 Instructions Connecting the AIS 600 Series to a NMEA 0183 Device Optional You can connect the AIS 600 to a NMEA 0183 compliant chartplotter using the bare wires on the AIS 600 power data cable Connect NMEA 0183 bare wires to a Garmin chartplotter as indicated in the wiring layout diagram on page 4 Consult the diagram below to connect the AIS 600 to a non Garmin chartplotter Use 22 AWG wire for extended runs of wire if needed Wire color Wire function function Fuse 5A Red power Power Ke II Black ground NMEA 0183 Yellow compliant chartplotter 12 or 24 Vdc AIS 600 transceiver box L power toggle page 5 7 Connected to battery negative 4800 standard speed Connecting the AIS 600 to a Non Garmin NMEA 0183 Device Notes e Consult the installation instructions for your NMEA 0183 compliant device to identify the receiving Rx A and B wires e If your NMEA 0183 compliant device has only one receiving wire Rx connect it to the gray wire Tx A from the AIS 600 and leave the pink wire Tx B wire unconnected e The AIS 600 can transmit NMEA 0183 data using either 38400 baud default or 4800 baud Connect the green wire from the AIS 600 power data cable to the negative battery terminal if you would like to limit the output speed to 4800 baud You can install a switch between the green wire and t
25. tion instructions provided with your Garmin chartplotter if you want to wire the AIS 600 to a different model of Garmin chartplotter or to a different NMEA 0183 port on a GPSMAP 4000 5000 6000 7000 series chartplotter If you are connecting the AIS 600 to a non garmin chartplotter see page 8 for detailed wiring assignments AIS 600 Instructions Installing the AIS 600 Use the following instructions to install the AIS 600 device Details for the following steps are included in this document Select locations for the AIS components Mount the AIS 600 transceiver box Wire the AIS 600 to power Install and connect the GA 38 GPS antenna page 6 Connect the AIS 600 to a VHF antenna and to an optional VHF radio page 7 Connect the AIS 600 to a NMEA 2000 network or to a NMEA 0183 compatible chartplotter optional page 7 Add a silent mode switch or a Safety Related Message SRM switch optional page 8 ND FP WD Selecting Locations for the AIS 600 Components Use the wiring layout diagrams starting on page 3 to determine how to best organize the AIS 600 components on your boat Ensure that the cables reach all components before permanently mounting any component Mounting the AIS 600 Transceiver Box Install the AIS 600 transceiver box below deck on a bulkhead Select a location that is dry and protected from washdown Ensure that the location is well ventilated and away from objects that generate heat Ensure that the
26. will turn on when it detects power on the NMEA 2000 network You must connect the AIS 600 to power and not just to the NMEA 2000 network e Ifthe AIS 600 is wired to a Garmin chartplotter using NMEA 0183 connect the yellow wire from the AIS 600 power data cable to the Accessory On wire from the chartplotter The AIS 600 will then toggle on or off with the Garmin chartplotter AIS 600 Instructions e Ifthe AIS 600 is wired to a non Garmin NMEA 0183 chartplotter or not wired to a chartplotter at all then you must install a toggle switch to turn the device on and off o Connect the yellow wire from the AIS 600 power data cable to one terminal of a single pole single throw switch not included and connect the other terminal to the negative battery terminal o When you close the switch the AIS 600 powers on When you open the switch the AIS 600 powers off Installing the GA 38 GPS Antenna You must install the included GA 38 GPS antenna and connect it to the AIS 600 according to the following instructions The AIS 600 will not transmit a signal unless the GA 38 is installed properly and receiving a satellite signal The AIS 600 does not accept GPS information from any other GPS device or antenna on the boat Also the AIS 600 does not share GPS information from the GA 38 antenna with any other device on the boat You can surface mount the GA 38 antenna or attach the antenna to a standard in OD 14 threads per inch pipe threaded pole
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