The document describes a Class B AIS transponder. It has simple operation, displays vessel positions and collision risks, and transmits the user's vessel information to help with navigation and collision avoidance.
The document describes a Class B AIS transponder. It has simple operation, displays vessel positions and collision risks, and transmits the user's vessel information to help with navigation and collision avoidance.
The document describes a Class B AIS transponder. It has simple operation, displays vessel positions and collision risks, and transmits the user's vessel information to help with navigation and collision avoidance.
The document describes a Class B AIS transponder. It has simple operation, displays vessel positions and collision risks, and transmits the user's vessel information to help with navigation and collision avoidance.
All the Advantages of AIS Transponder in an Easy to Use, Compact Design
What is an AIS transponder?
Class B AIS transponder
Simple operation
3-line NMEA input/output
The MA-500TR is a Class B AIS transponder for
The Plotter display looks like a marine radar display.
CPA and TCPA for
collision-risk management
Individual DSC call*
An AIS transponder on your boat automatically
When connected to a compatible Icom VHF radio,
The MA-500TR has 15-pin D-SUB connector pro-
receives information broadcast by other AIS-equipped
Non-SOLAS vessels such as pleasure craft, work-
North-up, course-up and range zoom from 0.125
When a vessel comes into the CPA and TCPA range,
its easy to make an individual DSC call. Select a
viding 3-lines of NMEA input/output on the rear
vessels and base stations, all while your own vessels
boat and small vessels. Your vessels information
NM to 24 NM are supported. The Target list display
the vessel icon blinks on the Plotter display and emits
vessel using the MA-500TRs cursor keys and then
panel. The supplied NMEA connector cable simpli-
static and dynamic information is being transmit-
will automatically be transmitted at fixed intervals or
shows all detected AIS equipped vessels and
a beep sound. When connected to external audio
push the DSC button
n on the MA-500TR. MA 500TR. It is not no
fies the installation and connection to the VHF
ted. AIS signals may reach where radar cannot,
targets. The Danger list display shows a list of ves-
equipment installed on
required to input an MMSI
MSI number manually.
radio and other navigation equipment.
showing AIS-equipped vessels that might otherwise
under base station control. The MA-500TR receives
dual AIS channels (Ch. 87B and Ch. 88B) simultane-
sels that are within 6 NM CPA and 60 minutes
the deck or tower, the
be hidden, such as on the other side of an island or
ously and receives both Class A and Class B AIS
TCPA from your vessel. The Danger list can be
collision alarm function
behind a larger vessel. SOLAS commercial vessels
information.
sorted by CPA or TCPA order. In addition to these
will alerts you even when
display types, the Detail screen shows various infor-
are already required to carry a Class A AIS transponder, so your position will be known by nearby large vessels. The MA-500TR increases your safety at sea.
Transmitted information by MA-500TR is
MMSI code Vessel name
mation about the selected AIS target.
Plotter display
GPS antenna position
Ship's position SOG (Speed over ground)
AIS Data Base station
Your vessel (Class B AIS transponder)
comes with the MA-500TR*. It
is a 66 channel parallel GPS
100 Waypoints memory
tion.
Up to 100 waypoints can be stored on the waypoint
*The MXG-5000S may be sold separately, depending on version.
list. The MOB button allows you to set a waypoint
on your current position instantly.
Other features
Safety-related message
Full dot-matrix display with adjustable backlight
and contrast
When the MA-500TR receives a safety-related
message from a Class A AIS transponder, the mes-
IPX7 waterproof protection (up to 1m depth of
water for 30 minutes; except connectors)
UTC date and time
sage icon appears on the Plotter display. Up to 20
Self diagnostics function
GPS antenna type
received DSC messages are automatically stored in
Flush mount installation with optional MB-75
PA (Position Accuracy)
the log memory.
Slow warn function
COG (Course over ground)
Other vessel, non-SOLAS
(Class B AIS transponder)
Danger list display
The GPS receiver, MXG-5000S
*This function works only when connected to compatible Icom transceivers.
receiver with SBAS funcDetail screens
Select a target vessel
by using the cursor keys and then push the "ENT" button to see the Detail screens.
Type of ship
MXG-5000S GPS receiver
AIS transponder.
Target list display
Call sign SOLAS vessel (Class A AIS transponder)
you are away from the
On the deck
* VHF radio is sold separately.
Above photo shows the IC-M504 (USA version). For Europe this is the IC-M505.
CLASS B AIS TRANSPONDER
CLASS B AIS TRANSPONDER
SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS
DATA INTERFACE
TRANSMITTER Output power Modulation Conducted spurious emission
: 2W : GMSK : Less than 36dBm
RECEIVER Sensitivity (20% error rate) : 110dBm (AIS/DSC) Adjacent Ch. selectivity : More than 70dB (AIS/DSC) Spurious response : More than 70dB (AIS) More than 70dB (DSC) Intermodulation : More than 65dB (AIS/DSC) Conducted spurious : Less than 57dBm (AIS) emission Measurements made in accordance with IEC 62287-1. All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
or IEC 61162-2 (38,400bps) IEC 61162-2 (38,400bps) RMC, GGA, VTG, GSA, GSV, DTM, GNS, GLL, and GBS*1 Less than 2mA
108.4 (4.27)
Data Input Interface
NMEA1, NMEA3
110 (4.33)
GENERAL Operating frequencies : 161.975, 162.025 MHz (Ch 87B, 88B, default) 156.025162.025 MHz Type of emission : 16K0GXW (GMSK) Antenna impedance : 50 Usable temperature : 20C to +60C range ; 4F to +140F Power supply : 12V DC (9.615.6V) requirement : TX 1.5A Current drain RX 0.7A (at 12.0V DC) Dimensions (WHD) : 165110123 mm (projections not included) ; 6.54.334.84 in Weight (approx.) : 1.0kg; 2.2lb
165 (6.5)
31.4 77 (3.03) (1.24)
REAR PANEL VIEW
VHF antenna
GPS receiver (Supplied)
External alarm Unit: mm (inch)
MA-500TR (Rear view)
*1 To use a third party GPS receiver with the MA-500TR,
a GPS receiver with RAIM function is required. *2 Depending on AIS output setting.
MA-500TR contents:
AIS transponder, MA-500TR Mounting bracket kits
GPS receiver with 10m cable DC power cable NMEA connector cable
Cloning cable receptacle
DC power connector
3-lines of NMEA Input/Output (NMEA 1 to 3)
VHF transceiver, marine
navigation equipment or external GPS receiver
OPTIONS MB-75 FLUSH MOUNT KIT For flush-mounting the MA-500TR to a flat surface, such as a control panel.
MB-75
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