Set up and configuration ContentsIMPORTANT — Configure before useAIS licensing and MMSIPrior to using this product for the first time, please check your national requirements for both operator and equipment licensing.Licensing and MMSI issuing authoritiesThe following table lists the relevant issuing authority for licences and MMSI numbers in each region, along with a link to the relevant website. Many authorities allow you to apply for a license online.ConfigurationThe AIS700 should be configured prior to installation, using a PC/laptop, USB Micro-B cable, and the proAIS2 software.Viewing AIS data on a displayTo view the AIS data received by your AIS unit, the unit’s supplied passive GPS antenna must be connected, and you must also connect the AIS unit to a multifunction display or chartplotter with its own source of GPS data. The AIS unit must be connected to the display via SeaTalkng/NMEA 2000, or high-speed NMEA 0183. Alternatively, the AIS unit can be connected to a PC/laptop (via USB) with its own source of GPS data, running suitable AIS-compatible software.Software updatesRaymarine periodically releases software updates for its products. These updates can provide new and enhanced features and also improve product performance and usability. You should ensure that you have the latest software for your products by regularly checking the website for new software. The software update process requires a compatible MFD powered by LightHouse™ 2 release 13 or greater, or LightHouse™ 3.Previous topic: Power connectionsNext topic: Maintenance