Pole Star Space Applications Ltd

Suite 301-303 Whiteley’s Centre

Queensway, London
W2 4YN, UK
www.purplefinder.com
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DSAS-L Ship Security Alert System

DSAS-L Ship Security Alert Installation Guide

Document No: PS-TN-DSAS-L-SIG_V2-2.00 Issue No: 2.0 - Issue Date: April 2006
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DSAS-L Ship Security Alert Installation Guide

Document No: PS-TN-DSAS-L-SIG_V2-2.00

Issue No: 2.00
Date: April 2006
Summary: This document forms the DSAS-L Ship Security Alert System installation guide
Distribution: Unrestricted
Author: Philip Lane
Technical Review: Charles Canham
Quality Review: Julian Longson
Authorised: Peter Potts

Amendment Record
ISSUE DATE UPDATES AUTHOR
0.9 December 04 Initial release Phil Lane
1.0 February 05 First corrected and approved version Phil Lane
DSAS-L version 2 - Removal of LWP terminal block and
2.0 April 06 Phil Lane
separated alert loops.

© Pole Star Space Applications Limited, 2006

All rights reserved, No part of this document or any information appertaining to its content may be
used, stored, reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, including by photocopying,
recording, taping, information storage systems, without the prior permission of Pole Star Space
Applications Limited.

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Table of Contents
EQUIPMENT LIST 1

SAFETY NOTICE 1

UNIT DESCRIPTION 1

INSTALLATION 2

SYSTEM OPERATION 3

MAINTENANCE 3

INTERNAL CONNECTIONS 4

SPECIFICATIONS 5

BREAKOUT BOX LED DIAGNOSTICS 6

SATELLITE TRANSCEIVER LED DIAGNOSTICS 6

LINE DRAWINGS 8

List of Figures
FIGURE 1 - DSAS-L SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM 1

FIGURE 2 - TRANSCEIVER MOUNTING AND LOOK ANGLES 2

FIGURE 3 - CONNECTIONS TO DSAS-L BREAKOUT BOX 4

FIGURE 4 - BREAKOUT BOX FRONT PANEL 6

FIGURE 5 - TRANSCEIVER LEDS AND ISN 6

FIGURE 6 - ALERT ACTIVATION POINT ASSEMBLY & DIMENSIONS 8

FIGURE 7 - BREAKOUT BOX DIMENSIONS 9

FIGURE 8 - TRANSCEIVER MOUNTING BRACKET DIMENSIONS 10

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Equipment List
• 1x Inmarsat D+ satellite transceiver (Skywave DMR200-L)
• 1x Breakout box
• 25 metres 8 core cable, 20AWG with halogen-free, flame resistant PVC jacket
• 2x 50 metres 2 core cable, 24AWG low smoke, halogen free, foil screened
• 2x panel mount normally closed (N/C) momentary action alert activation points
• 1x stainless steel mounting kit with 2 ‘U’ bolts

Safety Notice

10mm
DIA
The procedures in this guide must be observed during installation, operation, service and
repair of this equipment. Failure to comply with these procedures violates safety standards
of design, manufacture and intended use of this equipment. Pole Star Space Applications
Ltd assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these procedures.

Unit Description
The system consists of a SkyWave DMR200L Inmarsat D+ satellite transceiver with integral
GPS receiver, a Breakout box and two alert activation points. In normal operation the
transceiver sends periodic position reports. When either alert button is pressed the unit
sends security alert messages at 30 minute intervals until the unit is reset by a command
sent via the PurpleFinder system. The unit requires a 24V DC supply with emergency back-
up. Note: the unit must NOT be painted as this may inhibit transmission / reception
of satellite signals.

Figure 8 - Transceiver mounting bracket dimensions

Figure 1 - DSAS-L Schematic Diagram

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Installation
Installation of this unit should be undertaken in conjunction with the Company Security Officer (CSO).
The system is supplied with an Installation checklist, which should be followed during installation. To initiate
the warranty, each step of the installation should be checked off on the checklist on completion. This form
should then be returned to Pole Star or to the agent that supplied the equipment.

For reference the dimensions of the Breakout box are shown in Figure 7.

1. Select a suitable location for the transceiver installation, taking into consideration the following:

a. The transceiver requires a clear and unobstructed view of the sky in order to
communicate with the Inmarsat and GPS satellite constellations.

b. Obstructions within the look angle range (see figure 2) are unavoidable in most marine
installations, but the important thing is to minimise them. As a rule of thumb, it is useful to
apply the rule: Safe distance = 29 x diameter of obstruction e.g. for a pole of 10cm
diameter, the safe distance is 29 x 0.1 = 2.9 metres. This rule ensures that the obstruction
covers no greater than 2 degrees arc.

c. The transceiver must be a minimum of 2 metres from any other communication system
and further if possible.

d. The transceiver should NOT be in the line of sight of any high-powered transmission
equipment such as radar scanners.

e. The system should not be installed in any areas that are designated as ‘hazardous zones’.

f. The length of the supplied cable from the transceiver to the Breakout box is 25m. If this
cable is extended, the total length should not exceed 40m.

Figure 2 - Transceiver mounting and look angles

2. Select a suitable location for the Breakout box. It should be installed in an internal, dry location. A typical
location is a power distribution cabinet, close to the 24V DC power source. Temporarily remove the 2A
fuse from the fuse holder marked ‘F2A’ and store in a safe place. Do not attach the Breakout box to
the power supply yet.

3. Securely fasten the transceiver mounting bracket to the vessel superstructure and mount the
transceiver on the bracket using the 4 screws and nylock nuts provided. Attach the connector to the
base of the transceiver and seal it with self amalgamating tape or silicone sealant. Run the 8-core
cable from the transceiver to the Breakout box, through the gland in the Breakout box, and attach the
Figure 7 - Breakout box dimensions wires to the colour coded terminal block as shown in figure 3.
NOTE: THIS IS NOT A TEMPLATE

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4. Select a suitable location for the two alert activation points. One must be situated in the bridge. The
alert loop wiring configuration is shown in figure 3. Line Drawings
Note: The activation points are identified as Activation Point 1 (ALERT LOOP 1) and
Activation Point 2 (ALERT LOOP 2) on alert notifications and on the PurpleFinder website.

5. Assemble and install the alert activation points as shown in figure 6. Run the 2-core cables between
the alert activation points and the Breakout box, and attach them to the Breakout box as shown in
figure 3.

6. Ensure that the fuse has been removed from the fuse holder marked ‘F2A’ (see figure 3) and stored
safely. Connect the unit to the vessel’s backed-up 24V DC power supply as shown in figure 3, and
replace the fuse in the fuse holder to power the unit up. The red LED should light initially, followed by
the green LED a few seconds afterwards (see ‘Breakout box LED diagnostics’ below).

7. The unit should send a position report approximately 10 minutes after power up. Check with the CSO or
agent that this has been received.

8. When installation is complete, BOTH alert activation points should be tested individually. These tests
should be done in conjunction with the CSO or agent, as they will need to check and reset the alerts.

9. Ensure that the warranty checklist is fully completed and returned to Pole Star Space Applications at the
address indicated.

System Operation
The DSAS-L system operates automatically and requires no SSO intervention. When the satellite
transceiver unit is powered up, the “STAT” and “ERR” LEDs should light for approximately 2 seconds
then go out. In normal operation, the “STAT” LED flashes about once every eight seconds (refer to
Section - Satellite Transceiver LED Diagnostics).

The red LED on the Breakout box should be on continuously. The green light flashes when the
transceiver is acquiring a GPS fix, and stays on continuously when the unit has a valid fix. In normal
operation both LEDs should be on continuously.

When pressed for at least 1 second, each alert activation point triggers the unit to switch to alert
reporting mode, at a rate of 1 alert position report every 30 minutes.

Maintenance
Figure 6 - Alert activation point assembly & dimensions
The system should be tested periodically in conjunction with the CSO or agent. Contact them for
further details.

If you have any problems with this unit, please contact Pole Star Space Applications on
+44 (0)20 7313 7400 or at dsas@purplefinder.com giving details of the vessel name, ship owner
/ company, transceiver ISN, Breakout box serial number (see figures 4 & 5) and the nature of the
problem / enquiry.

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STAT LED
Under normal operating conditions, the STAT LED should flash periodically. If the satellite transceiver Internal Connections
is in sleep mode, then the STAT LED will not flash because all LEDs are turned off to conserve power.
The pattern of the flashing indicates the current operating state of the satellite link.
Pattern Status Condition
ON continuously Unit failed, contact supplier
Very fast flash (several per second) Configuration mode
5 flashes (repeats every 8 seconds) Waiting to transmit
Slow flash (1 every 2 seconds) Logging on to satellite
4 flashes, pause (repeat every 8 seconds) Searching for satellite
3 flashes, pause (repeat every 8 seconds) Communicating with satellite
Fast flash (2 flashes per second) Acquiring communication channel
2 flashes (repeats every 8 seconds) Monitoring communication channel
1 flash (repeats every 8 seconds) Idle

TX LED
The TX LED indicates briefly while the satellite transceiver is transmitting a data burst up to the
satellite. The unit transmits for 8 seconds while operating on the global beam, and for 2 seconds when
operating on a spot beam.
Pattern Status Condition
ON continuously Unit failed, contact supplier
ON for 2 seconds Transmitting in spot beam
ON for 8 seconds Transmitting in global beam

ERR LED
The ERR LED indicates whenever the satellite transceiver internal diagnostics detects a problem. The
ERR LED will stay active until the cause of the error is removed. Some error conditions may fatal, and
will require service to resolve.

Pattern Status Condition Action Required

ON continuously Failed self test Contact supplier
ON and short off every 4 seconds Transmit inhibited (barred) Contact supplier
2 fast flashes every 2 seconds Transmit frame missed Check for LOS, wait 2-4 minutes
1 flash pause 2 flashes Synthesizer unlocked Contact supplier
1 flash pause 3 flashes Voltage too high Check supply voltage
1 flash pause 4 flashes Voltage too low Check supply voltage
1 flash pause 5 flashes Internal temp too high Let unit cool down
1 flash pause 6 flashes Internal temp too low Activate heater (contact supplier)
2 flashes pause 1 flash Configuration error Reload config (contact supplier)
2 flashes pause 2 flashes Script error Contact supplier
2 flashes pause 3 flashes Software error Reset terminal (power off/on)
2 flashes pause 4 flashes DSP timeout Reset terminal (power off/on)
3 flashes pause 1 flash Low signal level Check for obstacles
3 flashes pause 2 flashes Satellite not found Check for obstacles
3 flashes pause 3 flashes Satellite communication problem Check for obstacles
4 flashes pause 1 flash Low signal level Check for obstacles Figure 3 - Connections to DSAS-L Breakout box
4 flashes pause 2 flashes Satellite not found Check for obstacles

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Specifications Breakout box LED Diagnostics

Physical
Transceiver dimensions Diameter: 160mm x Height: 100mm
Breakout box dimensions Length: 226mm x Width: 105mm x 40mm
Transceiver weight 640g
Breakout box weight 645g

Environmental
Operating Temperature Range -40° to +70° C
Storage Temperature Range -40° to +85° C
Humidity 95% Relative Humidity at 30° C
Vibration 5-20 Hz: 1.92m²/s³ random noise
20-500Hz: -3dB octave random noise
Figure 4 - Breakout box front panel
Shock (survival) Half sine 6ms, 300m/s²
Transceiver environmental rating IP56
LED LED lit / on LED unlit / off Flashing
Electrical Red External DC connected External DC not connected n/a
Input Voltage Range 12 to 30 VDC Green Transceiver has valid GPS fix Transceiver not connected Transceiver connected, but GPS fix is not valid
Power Consumption (typ. @ 12Vdc) Receive: 0.9W
Idle: 0.25W
GPS Active: +1.0W;
Heater Active: +5.0W
Transmit: 10W; Satellite Transceiver LED Diagnostics
Mating Connector Conxall Mini-Con-X® 6282-8SG-3DC

Satellite
Coverage Global, four overlapping regions & Spot beams
Frequency Range Rx: 1525.0 to 1559.0 MHz
Tx: 1626.5 to 1660.5 MHz
Sensitivity >-25dB/K
EIRP 0 dBW to 9dBW (0dBW at < 5 degrees)
Elevation Angle Range 0 to 90 degrees
Modulation Forward channel: 32-ary FSK, 20bps
Reverse channel: binary FSK, 4-128bps
Forward Error Correction Forward channel: Reed-Solomon (31,15)
Reverse channel: Half-rate convolutional (k=7)
Figure 5 - Transceiver LEDs and ISN

Satellite
Frequency 1575.42 MHz
Channels 16 parallel

Certification
Inmarsat D+ Type Approval
CE Mark
IEC 60945

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WARRANTY FORM
Installation Check list
This form and installation checklist will activate the guarantee and serve as a means of
quality control.
Return the form to:
Pole Star Space Applications Ltd
Suite 301-303 Whiteleys Centre
Queensway
London
W2 4YN
UK
Or email to: dsas@purplefinder.com
DSAS Serial number (on lid of DMR200-L transceiver): DCC007..........................
Date:
Installer name:
Address:
Telephone number:
Vessel name:
Customer / Company:
Customer / Company address:
Customer / Company contact name & position:
Customer / Company telephone number:

Customer / Company fax number:
Customer / Company email address:
 DSAS-L UNIT - INSTALLATION CHECKLIST DONE On the diagram below, please indicate the position of the DSAS unit installation relative to the
P1 Unpack unit - Visual check for completeness and good order - refer to list of components vessel, and also indicate any other superstructure and other potential obstacles to communication.
in the Installation Guide.
P2 Find the serial number on the base of the DMR200-L transceiver and write it on the
warranty form.
P3 Arrange date and time of installation with the Company Security Officer (CSO).

1 Select a suitable outdoor position for the DRM200-L transceiver, with regard to the
considerations listed in the Installation step 1.
2 Select a suitable indoor position for the Breakout box, with regard to the considerations
listed in the Installation step 2.
3 Secure the transceiver to the superstructure, attach and seal the transceiver connector
and run 8-core cable between the transceiver and Breakout box. Follow the colour coding
information in the Breakout box to attach the wires to the terminal blocks.
4 Select suitable locations for the alert activation points, one of which should be in the
bridge.
5 Install the alert activation points, run the 2-core cables back to the Breakout box and
connect as indicated in the diagrams.
6 Remove fuse F2A, connect the Breakout box to the vessel’s backed-up 24V DC supply as
shown, and insert fuse to power up. Check that red and green LEDs are lit as indicated.
7 After about 10 minutes, check with CSO to ensure that initial position has been reported.
8 Test both alert activation points in conjunction with the CSO, and ensure that they are
reset by the CSO when the tests are complete.
9 Indicate the position of the installation relative to the vessel hull and superstructure on the
diagram on page 2, add further detail to the diagram if necessary.
The DSAS unit is now ready for use.