NAB-1000

AIS TRANSPONDER [B]

USER’S MANUAL

NEW SUNRISE

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 NOTICE TO USERS

- Thanks for your purchasing this product NAB-1000 AIS

TRANSPONDER [B].

- Please read this manual carefully to ensure proper use before

installation and operation of the NAB-1000.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for the operator

Warning
Keep away from heater source or direct sunshine.

Prohibition
Don’t open the equipment. Only qualified personnel
should work inside the equipment. Don’t disassemble
or try to modifiy the equipment.
Dangerous
Turn off the power immediately when smoke or fire is
emitted.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for the installer
Warning
Connect the earthing cord to ship’s body.
Observe the compass safe distance to prevent deviation of
an onboard magnetic compass.
Prohibition
Don’t open the equipment unless you have fully
understood the structure and circuits of the equipment.
Only qualified personnel should work inside the
equipment. Don’t disassemble or try to modifiy the
equipment.

Dangerous
Turn off the power at power distribution board before
installation.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. OUTLINE....................................................................................1
2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION......................................................2
2.1. PRODUCT COMPOSITION................................................ 2
2.2. WORKING CHANNELS..................................................... 2
2.3. INTERNAL GPS MODULE.................................................2
2.4. AIS DATA..............................................................................3
2.5. INDICATOR DESCRIPTION.............................................. 5
2.6. DATA PORTS........................................................................6
3. SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................... 6
4. INSTALLATION........................................................................ 7
4.1. GPS ANTENNA INSTALLATION...................................... 7
4.2. VHF ANTENNA INSTALLATION......................................7
4.3. TRANSPONDER INSTALLATION.................................... 9
4.4. CABLING............................................................................. 9
4.5. INITIALIZATION SETTING............................................. 11
5. MAINTENANCE......................................................................12
5.1. PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE....................................... 12
5.2. POWER ON/OFF................................................................12
5.3. TROUBLE SHOOTING..................................................... 13
[APPENDIX 1] LIST OF SHIP’S TYPE..................................14
[APPENDIX 2] INSTALLATION DRAWINGS..................... 16

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1. OUTLINE

AIS is the abbreviation for Automatic Identification System, which is of a

radio communication system working with TDMA technology.
Generally there are three types of AIS transponders:
- Shipbone AIS transponder ( class A and class B)
- AIS base station transponder
- AtoN AIS transponder
AIS’s communication modes include SOTDMA, RATDMA, ITDMA,
FATDMA and CSTDMA, which are used for different terminals and different
applications.
NAB-1000 is class B AIS transponder using CSTDMA technology, which can
be used for coastal vessels, fishing vessels and river vessels, except SOLAS
vessels.
NAB-1000 includes two TDMA/DSC receivers, one TDMA transmitter,
which can work on two default channels or any other marine channels
remotely set by base stations.
NAB-1000 can communicate with any other class A transponders, class B
transponders, AtoN transponders and AIS base stations conforming to such
international rules as IEC 62287-1, IEC61108-1, IEC 60945, IEC 61162-1,
ITU-R M.1371-3, ITU-R M. 825-3.

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2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

2.1. PRODUCT COMPOSITION

NAB-1000 is composed of one TDMA transmitter, two TDMA/DSC receivers,
one AIS processor, one CPU, one GPS module, one PSU and an interface
board.
NAB-1000 can work on two channels independently and simultaneously.

2.2. WORKING CHANNELS

NAB-1000 can work on two of all marine channels of 25kHz bandwidth. The
default channels are CH2087 and CH2088. It will change to other channels
whenever a telecommand of Message 22 is received from a base station.

2.3. INTERNAL GPS MODULE

An internal GPS module is included in NAB-1000 to provide position source,
COG and SOG data. The position accuracy will be improved significantly as
DGPS level when a correction data is received from a base station in Message
17.
Class B AIS won’t transmit either dynamic data or static data until GPS
position signal is available. The only exception is that it will transmit a
position report once polled by a base station, even if GPS signal in
unavailable.

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2.4. AIS DATA

The AIS data sent by NAB-1000 includes:
DATA CONTENTS TRANSMIT
INTERVAL
MMSI, Name of ship, Type of ship,
STATIC Vendor ID, Call sign, dimensions of ship 6 min
and reference for position
MMSI, Ship’s position with accuracy Speed＞2kt：30 s
DYNAMIC and integrity status,Time in UTC, COG, Speed≤2kt：3 min
SOG, True heading (optional)

NOTE:
1. NAB-1000 can be remotely controlled to change the reporting interval
between 5s and 10 min or set into silent mode by a nearby base station
which broadcasts a telecommand in MESSAGE 23.
2. The default value is set 37 (yacht) for type of vessel, as for factory
default.
3. The default value is set 00000000 for MMSI, as for factory default. In
such case, the transmission is prohibited unless MMSI is set other than
000000000.
4. The first report of dynamic data after powered on depends on the current
status of NAB-1000.
The NAB-1000 shall start transmitting position reports within:
cold start: 30 min;
warm start (if off for less than 1 h): 5 min;
short signal loss (GNSS signal lost for less than 5 min): resume within a
time of twice the reporting interval.

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Comparision between Class A and Class B-CS AIS：

ITEM CLASS A AIS CLASS B-CS AIS
Used for SOLAS vessels No SOLAS vessels
Major
Communication SOTDMA CSTDMA
Mode
Frequency
156.025～162.025MHz 156.025～162.025MHz
range
8 steps depending on speed and Two steps depending
navigation status： on speed:
At anchor or moored
and not moving faster 3min
than 3 kt
At anchor or moored
and moving faster than 10 s
3 kt
A speed of between 0～
10 s speed≤2kt：3 min
14 kt
A speed of between 0～
Report interval
14 kt and changing 3 1/3 s
of dynamic data
course
A speed of between
6s speed＞2kt：30s
14～23 kt
A speed of between
14～23 kt and changing 2 s
course
A speed of greater than
2s
23 kt
A speed of greater than
23 kt and changing 2 s
course

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2.5. INDICATOR DESCRIPTION

There are five LED indicators on the front panel of NAB-1000: GPS, RX, TX,
ALM and T-OUT.
LED DESCRIPTION
When GPS off, no power is supplied. When GPS flashing in
GPS green, GPS position is not available. When GPS steadily on in
green, GPS position is available.
When RX flashing in green, AIS message is being received. RX
RX will flash once when an AIS message is received. Usually more
quickly RX flashs, more AIS targets nearby or better sensitivity.
When TX flashing in red, AIS data is transmitted. As
TX NAB-1000 transmits every 30 seconds or 3 minutes, it’s not
easy to identify a transmission by sight.
ALM When ALM on in red, an error is detected inside the equipment.
When T-OUT on in red, a scheduled transmission has not been
T-OUT
sent out during last two reporting intervals.

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2.6. DATA PORTS
There are two data ports for external interfaces. One is PI/1 RS232 and the
other is PI/2 RS422. Both conform to IEC61162-1 standard.
3. SPECIFICATIONS
 Frequency range:
 Default channels:
 Bandwidth:
 Output power:
 Communication Mode:
 Receiving sensitivity:
 Safe Compass Distance:
 Data port:
 Data format:
 Antenna connectors:
 Power supply:
 Power current:
 Position accuracy:
 Dimensions:
 Weight:
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156.025~162.025MHz
CH2087, CH2088
25kHz
2W
CSTDMA
Better than -107dBm
1.5m
one RS232, one RS422
NMEA 0183, 38,400bps
Output sentences: VDM, VDO, ACA, ACS,
ALR, TXT, PNSR
50Ω, TNC (GPS antenna), BNC (VHF
antenna)
24VDC (range: 12～38VDC)
≤ 300mA (24V) for receiving, abt 1A
(24V) at transmitting moment
Abt 10m (within 2m, when message 17
received from base station)
81mm174mm160mm (HWD)
abt 2kg
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4. INSTALLATION

4.1. GPS ANTENNA INSTALLATION

Refer to the attached diagram when installing the GPS antenna. The following
instructions are helpful:
- Keep the antenna from the beam sector of radar radiation. The
radar beam could damage the GPS antenna or affect the reception.
- Keep the antenna open in all directions to the sky. The obstacle
such as mast can block the signal or prolong the seraching time.
- Keep the antenna as high as possible. The sea water could affect the
reception if iced.
The coaxial cable between the transponder and the GPS antenna will be
supplied with 10m in length as standard. Watertight treatment is required for
outdoor connecting.

4.2. VHF ANTENNA INSTALLATION

It’s very important to choose a proper location for VHF antenna as a metal
object close to the antenna could affect receiving sensitivity.

The following instructions are helpful:

- The antenna should be kept at least 0.5m from a vertical metal
object to avoid RF reflection.
- The antenna should be kept at least 3m from other high power
radiator, such as radar antenna.
- Two VHF antennas should not be installed at the same height. The
AIS VHF antenna can be installed either under or above the
existing VHF antenna. The distance between should be more than
2.8m. If two antennas have to be installed at the same height, the
distance between should be more than 10m.

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For the cabling, please refer to below suggestions:

- The shorter the cable, the less the loss. The low-loss cable is
recommended if the cable is longer than 10m.
- Watertight treatment is required for outdoor connecting.
- The RF cable should be kept at least 10cm from the power cable.
The cable cross should be avoided.

3 Two antennas are installed at the same height.

Existing VHF Antenna

VHF Antenna for NAB-1000

≥10m

② Two antennas are installed in the same vertical line.

Existing VHF Antenna

≥2.8m

VHF Antenna for

NAB-1000
≥0.5m

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4.3. TRANSPONDER INSTALLATION

Four screws are supplied to mount the transponder. The transponder can be
installed either on table or on wall.

Caution:
Care must be taken when mounting the transponder to
ensure that there is sufficient space for cables and
connectors. Especially, sharp bending of the RF cable must
be avoided.

4.4. CABLING

4.4.1. POWER CONNECTION

PIN NO DESCRIPTION
1 DC 24V (+)
2 0V
The power cable with a rated capacity of 10A should be used. Pin definition
for the connector is showed above.

Caution:
Suggest using the 5A DC Power Supply Unit （ DC 24V
output）

4.4.2. RS-422 DATA PORT

P/I 2 （ RS422 ） port is designed to be connected with plotter system. The
output data format is NMEA0183, as IEC61162-1 standard.
A shield cable should be used and the length should be less than 100m.

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PIN NO DESCRIPTION
1 RXA
2 RXB
3 TXA
4 TXB
5 GND
6 24V
7 0V
Caution:
Pin 6/7 can output 24VDC which can supply a connected
plotter to reduce the connecting cables at the plotter.

4.4.3. RS-232 DATA PORT

P/I 1（RS232） port is designed to be connected with a KDU (AIS display
unit). The output data format is NMEA0183, as IEC61162-1 standard.
A shield cable should be used and the length should be less than 20m.
This port is also used for configuration settings with KDU or a PC.

PIN NO DESCRIPTION
1 12V
2 12V
3 TX
4 RX
5 GND
6 GND
7
8

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Caution:
The 12V on Pin 1/2 is only used for KDU supplied by the
manufacturer. Any other external equipment is prohibited to
use that power otherwise extra load may be added to the
internal PSU of NAB-1000, which could damage the equipment.

4.5. INITIALIZATION SETTING

When the installation is completed, the initialization setting is requred. The
settings include MMSI, name of ship, call sign, type of ship, dimensions of
ship and reference for position. Special KDU unit for setting or a PC installed
with special program is needed. Before initialization setting, the MMSI was
set as 000000000 as factory default, in which case, transmission is disabled.

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5. MAINTENANCE
5.1. PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE
The periodical maintenance is necessary to maintain the
performance. Monthly maintenance program should be established
and includes minimum items as shown in the below table.

ITEM CHECK POINT

Inspect that all connectors on the rear panel of the
Connector
transponder unit are firmly fitted.
Cable Inspect the cables. Replace if damaged.
Inspect the ground terminal being in rust. If necessary,
Ground Terminal
clean.
Ground Wire Ensure that the ground wire is firmly fastened.
Dirt and dust should be removed from the transponder unit
with a piece of soft dry cloth.
Transponder Unit Do not use solvents such as thinner, acetone or benzene for
cleaning,which can remove paint and marks and deform the
equipment.

5.2. POWER ON/OFF

The ON/OFF switch for power on the rear panel of the transponder
should be Off when internal fault or over current is detected.
Locate the cause before switching on the power again.

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5.3. TROUBLE SHOOTING

The below troubleshooting table provides common symptoms of
troubles and means to rectify them. Even it is impossible to restore
with normal operation, don’t attempt to check inside the equipment.
Any repairing should be done by a qualified technician.

SYMPTOM INSPECTION
Power
 Inspect that the power connector is firmly
fitted.
 Inspect whether the power switch on the
rear panel of the transponder has projected.
Can’t turn on the
 Even it is impossible to restore with normal
power
operation, don’t attempt to check inside the
equipment.
 Inspect power supply.
 Inspect fuses.
Transmission and Reception
 Inspect that the VHF antenna cable is firmly
Can’t transmit and
fastened.
receive
 Inspect the VHF antenna.
 Inspect that MMSI No is not 000000000.
 Inspect GPS is available. If no GPS data,
transmission is prohibited.
Can receiver but
 Inspect T-OUT indicator. If T-OUT is on in
cannot transmit
red, transmission is not permitted owing to
unavailable slot at scheduled reporting
moment.
Position Data
 Inspect the GNSS antenna.
No Position Data  Inspect the GNSS antenna cable and
connectors.
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[APPENDIX 1] LIST OF SHIP’S TYPE

VESSELS WITH ANTI-POLLUTION FACILITIES

11-18 FUTURE USE 54
OREQUIPMENT

55 LAW ENFORCEMENT VESSELS

SPARE: FOR ASSIGNMENTS TO LOCAL

56
VESSELS
SPARE: FOR ASSIGNMENTS TO LOCAL
57
VESSELS

58 MEDICAL TRANSPORTS

SHIPS ACCORDING TO RESOLUTION NO

59
18 (MOB-83)
PASSENGER SHIPS: ALL SHIPS OF THIS
19 FUTURE USE: NONE 60
TYPE
PASSENGER SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR
20 WIG: ALL SHIPS OF THIS TYPE 61
MP(A)
PASSENGER SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR
21 WIG: CARRYING DG. HS. OR MP(A) 62
MP(B)
PASSENGER SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR
22 WIG: CARRYING DG. HS. OR MP(B) 63
MP(C)
PASSENGER SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR
23 WIG: CARRYING DG. HS. OR MP(C) 64
MP(D)

24 WIG: CARRYING DG. HS. OR MP(D) 65-68 PASSENGER SHIPS: FUTURE USE

25-28 WIG: FUTURE USE 69 PASSENGER SHIPS: NONE

CARGO SHIPS: ALL SHIPS OF THIS

29 WIG: NONE 70
TYPE
CARGO SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR
30 FISHING VESSEL 71
MP(A)
CARGO SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR
31 TOWING VESSEL 72
MP(B)
LENGTH OF THE TOW EXCEEDS 200M OR CARGO SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR
32 73
BREADTHEXCEEDS25M MP(C)
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VESSEL ENGAGED IN DREDGING OR CARGO SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR

33 74
UNDERWATEROPERATIONS MP(D)
VESSEL ENGAGED IN DIVING
34 75-78 CARGO SHIPS: FUTURE USE
OPERATIONS
VESSEL ENGAGED IN MILITARY
35 79 CARGO SHIPS: NONE
OPERATIONS

36 VESSEL SAILING 80 TANKER: ALL SHIPS OF THIS TYPE

37 PLEASURE CRAFT 81 TANKER: CARRYING DG. HS. OR MP(A)

38-39 FUTURE USE 82 TANKER: CARRYING DG. HS. OR MP(B)

40 HSC: ALL SHIPS OF THIS TYPE 83 TANKER: CARRYING DG. HS. OR MP(C)

41 HSC: CARRYING DG. HS. OR. MP(A) 84 TANKER: CARRYING DG. HS. OR MP(D)

42 HSC: CARRYING DG. HS. OR MP(B) 85-88 TANKER: FUTURE USE

43 HSC: CARRYING DG. HS. OR MP(C) 89 TANKER: NONE

OTHER TYPE OF SHIPS: ALL SHIPS OF THIS

44 HSC: CARRYING DG. HS. OR MP(D) 90
TYPE
OTHER TYPE OF SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR
45-48 HSC: FUTURE USE 91
MP(A)
OTHER TYPE OF SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR
49 HSC: NONE 92
MP(B)
OTHER TYPE OF SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR
50 PILOT VESSEL 93
MP(C)
OTHER TYPE OF SHIPS: CARRYING DG. HS. OR
51 SEARCH AND RESCUE VESSELS 94
MP(D)

52 TUGS 95-98 OTHERTYPEOFSHIPS:FUTUREUSE

53 PORT TENDERS 99 OTHERTYPEOFSHIPS:NONE

NOTE: WIG: Wing-in-Ground Craft DG: Dangerous Goods

HSC: High Speed Craft HS: Harmful Substances
MP: Marine Pollutants 0-9: Undefined

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