5.1 Configure before use
Before use this product must be correctly configured
using a personal computer and the supplied proAIS2
software. Incorrect configuration can cause erroneous
data and prevent your product from transmitting.
5.2 Obtain MMSI (Maritime
Mobile Service Identity) number
Before commencing installation ensure you have
obtained a MMSI number for your vessel.
A MMSI is a 9 digit number which is sent over a radio
frequency channel in order to identify the originating
vessel/station. If your vessel already has a MMSI number
(used for a VHF DSC radio) then the same MMSI number
must be used to program your AIS700.
Note:
If a MMSI number is not entered, the AIS700 can
only be used in Silent Mode and will operate as a
receiver only.
In the United States of America, the MMSI and Static
Data must be entered only by a Raymarine® dealer
or other appropriately qualified installer of marine
communications equipment on board vessels.
The user is NOT authorized to do this.
In some areas, a radio operator licence is required
before a MMSI number will be issued. You can request
a MMSI number from same agency that issues radio or
Ship Radio licences in your area.
In Europe and other parts of the world outside of the
United States of America, the MMSI and Static data can
be set up by the user.
For further details, refer to the relevant
Telecommunications Regulatory Body for your
area.
Refer to
for a list of contacts for obtaining MMSI numbers for
some areas.
Warning: MMSI entry
You can only enter a MMSI number once, if
you enter the number incorrectly or need
to change your MMSI number, the unit will
require re-programming by an authorized
Raymarine® dealer.
5.3 Configuration
The AIS700 can be configured before or after installation
using a personal computer, USB Micro-B cable and the
supplied proAIS2 software.
The manner in which configuration is carried out
depends on the legal requirements of your geographical
location.
USA
In the USA, it is a legal requirement that the configuration
is performed by a suitable dealer.
You can use the supplied proAIS2 PC software, to check
the vessel data programmed into your AIS700. If this
information is incorrect please contact your Raymarine
dealer.
Areas outside of USA
In areas outside of the USA, use the supplied proAIS2
PC software to configure your AIS700.
Note:
If configuring after installation ensure any
MFDs on the same network are switched off first,
otherwise you will not be able to correctly configure
your AIS700.
The following vessel related static data should be
configured:
• MMSI number
• Vessel name
• Vessel call sign
• Vessel dimensions including AIS GNSS antenna
location
• Vessel type
A valid 9 digit MMSI number must be entered. Invalid
numbers will not be accepted. All other fields (i.e. vessel
type, name etc.) are optional.
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