Connections overview

ConnectionOverviewConnectionGNSSConnectionGroundConnectionAntennaConnectionVHFConnectionNMEAConnectionUSBConnectionPowerConnectionSilent Mode

Connections Suitable cables

1) GNSS connection

Connects to the supplied GNSS antenna. This antenna must be connected to the AIS unit.

GNSS antenna’s fitted cable.

2) Grounding earth stud connection

Connects to vessel battery’s 0 V negative battery terminal.

Important

You must make this connection for safety reasons; it is not optional. Its purpose is to reduce potential damage caused by near lightning strikes and static build-up in the atmosphere.

Grounding strap (supplied).

For further information, refer to: Grounding

3) Antenna connection

Connects to VHF antenna.

VHF antenna cable.

4) VHF connection

Connects to VHF Radio.

VHF radio cable (supplied).

5) NMEA 2000 / SeaTalkng connection

Connects to NMEA 2000 or SeaTalkng backbone.

Either:

  • A DeviceNet to SeaTalkng adaptor cable (supplied), or;

  • A DeviceNet spur cable.

6) USB connection

Connects to PC (Personal Computer).

Micro-B USB cable.

Note

If you encounter issues connecting the AIS unit to a PC/laptop via USB, try changing the USB cable in the first instance. If that does not resolve your issue, try using a different USB port, and also avoid using ports on USB hubs.

7) Power and data connection

Connects to:

  • 12/24 V dc power supply.

  • NMEA 0183 devices.

  • Silent mode switch.

Power/data cable (supplied).