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1. TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................ 1
The information contained herein is proprietary to Transas Telematics Ltd and shall not be duplicated
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The information contained herein is proprietary to Transas Telematics Ltd and shall not be duplicated
or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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The information contained herein is proprietary to Transas Telematics Ltd and shall not be duplicated or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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The information contained herein is proprietary to Transas Telematics Ltd and shall not be duplicated
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4. SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The above is supplied in kit form with associated items to aid system disguise, the aim being
to provide a modular kit that will enable the ship operator to easily fit and commission an
operating system with the minimum of disruption to the vessel and a low crew training
requirement.
In addition to providing an alert transmission capability, the terminal also enables automatic
sending of scheduled data position reports (DPR). Thus offering a day-to-day commercial
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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ship tracking benefit to the ship operator in addition to compliance with regulatory
requirements.
The default supply setting of the terminal is alert and tracking functions enabled, with the
DPR set to a six hourly schedule (4 DPR per day).
When used for tracking, ship positions are updated every six hours without any user
intervention and can be viewed on the Transas Telematics web tracking service
FLEETVIEWONLINE – http://ssas.fleetviewonline.com, with your provided user access
details.
Security alert and other functions are also viewed via the same Internet FleetView user
interface.
The issue of user login and password ensures that only vessels from the registered
company can be viewed. It is not possible for other companies to view ships that are not
registered to them.
Control of login and password is with the registered user and can be changed at any time.
4.5 Control and Junction Box Function
The control and junction box serves two purposes as its name suggests, namely to:
Position 1 Off, physically disconnects the Security Alert buttons from terminal. Power
supply to the terminal is maintained to keep back-up battery fully charged.
(Likely only to be used in dry-dock or lay-up periods.)
Position 2 Test modes, alert messages sent only to ship operator. Can be used for
system commissioning and as part of schedule of drills.
Position 3 Operational, will generate security alert to both ship operator and flag state.
4.5.2 Connectivity
Connectivity to the various system elements is made via the control and junction box, which
connects to:
operation the flip cover can be locked to prevent malicious or accidental tampering during
dry-dock or lay-up periods. But should not be locked during normal operation of the vessel.
Under normal circumstances users will be logged onto FleetView in order to monitor their
vessels on a day-to-day basis.
4.6.1 Vessel Initiates an Alert
In the event of a vessel generating an alert, a number of actions are automatically initiated:
Tracking interval automatically changes from every six hours to every thirty minutes;
On FleetView Online, the white background place holder displaying the vessel name
changes to red;
A fixed message email is sent to the ship operator indicating a received alert;
A fixed text message is sent to the ship operator using an emergency GSM
mobile/cellular) telephone indicating a received alert;
The alert is notified to the flag state of the vessel or their authorised body.
4.6.2 Actions Upon Receiving an Alert
In the event of receiving an alert, a plan of action, as detailed in the ship operators’ security
plan, will be implemented. This plan will have been inspected and approved by the relevant
Recognised Security Organisation (RSO).
Although not specific to or within the scope of the SSAS service in general, it can be
expected that the flag state of the vessel and ship operator will enter into dialogue to discuss
the alert.
In addition, if the vessel is in waters adjacent to a coastal state of a country different to that
it’s flag, the flag state of the vessel sending the alert is obliged to notify the administration of
the adjacent coastal state.
The information contained herein is proprietary to Transas Telematics Ltd and shall not be duplicated
or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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5. SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Transas Ship Guard is a simple modular system that can either be installed by a Transas
trained engineer or by suitably qualified member of the ships’ crew. Full guidance on
physical installation and wiring is included in this chapter.
Transas engineers or ships’ crew can also conduct system commissioning; full details of this
are also included in system commissioning section.
5.1 Ship Guard Kit
Before starting any installation work check contents against detailed order/packing list – any
discrepancies must be reported immediately.
For convenience installation instructions are broken down into module sections.
It is expected that a site survey will have been conducted prior to ordering the system, in
order to supply the correct kit version and ensure adequate cabling has been supplied to the
vessel. Your kit will consist:
ABS plastic antenna concealment enclosure containing antenna with 100mm cable
and SMA connector attached
Antenna cable – 10/20 metres
Inmarsat D+ terminal and back-up battery pack
ABS control/junction box enclosure, wired connector and fittings
Security Alert button enclosures and fittings
Security Alert button cabling
Instruction and operation manual
In addition to above the vessel will be required to supply fastenings to secure the various
enclosures and terminal. Fastenings will also be required for antenna cable and Security
Alert button cabling.
If in doubt ships’ crew carrying out installation should seek guidance from their technical
managers with respect to fastenings and cable routing to ensure compliance with any Flag
State or Classification Society requirements. Transas cannot be held liable for such errors or
omissions.
5.1.1 Antenna Cable
Depending upon customer requirements this is delivered pre-assembled in either 10m or
25m lengths with SMA connectors attached. Each cable is tested prior to shipment.
Prior to securing the antenna cable to either the terminal or antenna it is recommended that
the antenna cable be passed through the deck penetration arrangement, (W/T gland, goose-
neck etc) and laid loosely in position.
Any additional deck penetrations/glands or associated welding work required to pass the
antenna cable is the responsibility of the vessel.
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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Under no circumstances should the antenna cable be cut or end fittings re-attached, as this
will void the supplied antenna test certificate. Once the installation is completed the cable
can be secured, with any spare cable being coiled and fastened.
Additional cable data and information can be found in the antenna cable data sheet included
in this manual.
In order to prevent damage to the terminal antenna fitting it is essential to securely fasten
the terminal end of the antenna cable BEFORE installing the terminal. It is recommended
that three clamps be used to fasten the cable and are arranged to ensure that the antenna
cable places no strain on the terminal antenna connection fitting. Failure to do so may result
in the terminal antenna connection being damaged. This may invalidate any warranties.
5.1.2 Antenna
The antenna is supplied with a 100mm cable tail for
connection to the main antenna cable; the tail terminates with
an SMA connector.
The antenna must be situated where it has a clear view of the sky. It needs to be sited at
least 1.5m from any other radiating device (VHF aerials, other satellite antenna, etc.) and
kept clear of structures that may cause shadow or blind sectors.
Trail installations indicated that the upper bridge (monkey island, flying bridge) is an
acceptable choice for positioning the antenna and that it is not necessary to mount the
antenna high up on mast structures. This serves to reduce the length of antenna cable
required minimising RF losses and speeding the installation process.
Transas offer an optional mounting bracket that can be clamped to railings on the upper
bridge with a flat plate to which the antenna concealment box can be secured.
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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5.1.3 Installation
The antenna is shipped inside the ABS plastic enclosure and is secured using the
two anti-vibration packing pieces. The assembly will need to
be opened up for installation. DO NOT remove the watertight
gland from the enclosure
Pass main antenna cable through watertight gland assembly
– do not secure
Attach short antenna cable to main antenna cable and secure
Tighten gland nut to compress rubber seal onto antenna
cable. Seal with silicone.
With the antenna connection joint positioned below the base plate, secure the base
plate into the enclosure using the mounting legs provided. Ensure the edge of base
plate with foam packing piece over edge of base plate is
farthest away from watertight gland
Fit antenna into enclosure.
Ensure that foam packing piece covers edge of base plate to
prevent chaffe on the edge of the base plate
Mount antenna enclosure box according to plan
Ensuring top packing piece is still secured to underside of
enclosure cover, screw down enclosure cover taking care not
to over tighten, fit screw cover plugs.
Complete securing of antenna cable and make good deck penetration as appropriate
5.1.4 Security Alert Button Cabling
The Security alert button cabling is now installed using the supplied cable (twisted pair with
foil and braided screening) plus earth. Consideration must be given to possible interference
and electrical noise when selecting the cable run.
For security reasons, the cable should be hidden
from normal view as far as is practicable.
The terminal comes fully pre-programmed and equipped with its own back-up battery. It is
certified to IEC 945 (BSEN 60945) and carries the CE approval mark. It is suitable for below
decks installation.
It has its own onboard GPS and receives power via the integral 25-way D connector.
When choosing a site for the terminal consideration must be given to concealment,
ventilation and an allowance for adequate space to install the nearby control box.
The information contained herein is proprietary to Transas Telematics Ltd and shall not be duplicated
or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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To enable periodic checks on correct operation, the terminal should be sighted where
responsible ships crew can view the sequence of the flashing LED indicator situated on the
terminal front. However the terminal should not be positioned where a casual observer could
readily see the flashing LED indicator.
Slacken antenna cable clamps and slide back cable a few centimetres.
Offer terminal up to pre-planned installation position and secure. Slide antenna cable end to
terminal and make connection, secure antenna and antenna clamps.
5.1.6 Power Supply
The security alert system requires a 24vDC supply; this must be provided to site of the
control/junction box prior to installation. The 24vDC power supply is to be of an
uninterruptible type and capable of supporting an instantaneous peak load of 3Amps
Note that cabling for running the power to the control/junction box is for owners supply and is
not included as standard.
5.1.7 Control/Junction Box
The control/junction box is supplied fully wired with the exception of the two alert cables and
power supply. All cable glands etc are pre
drilled and attached. Prior to installing the
control/junction box it is recommended that
all cable ends are passed through their
respective glands and connection made
good in accordance with wiring diagram
and gland nuts nipped up. It is
recommended that electrical continuity of
power supply and security alert button
cabling is checked prior to final fixing.
Where an alert cable run in excess of 30m is required the control/junction box will also be
supplied with a booster battery to power alert switches (optional supply from Transas).
The control/junction box must be sited to ensure access to the key control and that there is
adequate cable to attach the 25-way D connector to the Inmarsat D+ terminal. The standard
supply length of this cable is 1m. Control/junction box to terminal connection cable is
available in optional lengths of 5m and 10m. This must be specified prior at time of order, but
in any event all cable must be fastened securely.
When alert cables and power supply cable have been connected and all connections double
checked mount control/junction box and secure enclosure.
5.1.8 Security alert button installation
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Referring to planned position of security alert buttons, knock out appropriate entry
disc in alert box enclosure to accept cable gland, attach cable gland accordingly.
Pass free end of previously installed alert cable through gland and make connection
to pre-assembled security alert button contact block.
Having double checked connections and continuity with control/junction box close up
enclosure and nip up cable gland.
A flip cover to prevent inadvertent activation of security alert button is provided; again
this is a mandatory SOLAS requirement and must not be removed.
5.1.9 Operation
Installation is now complete and when satisfied with all connections and fastenings the
system can be powered up.
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6. SYSTEM COMMISSIONING
6.1 General
The Inmarsat D+ terminal in the Ship Guard kit is supplied as a pre-programmed unit and
requires no user intervention to be fully operational. The terminal will normally be supplied
supporting alert service and tracking (4 transmissions per day). Any variance from this must
be specified at time of ordering.
Cross-reference 4.6.1 vessel initiates alert – What happens when the security alert
button is pressed?
To test/commissions system always select TEST MODE, this will prevent an alert message
being sent to Flag Administration, but will none the less test the whole system fully from end
to end as if it were in operational mode. (Technical note - messages sent in Test mode
differs from those in Operational mode by one bit - this allows them to be filtered and only
sent to the company).
Locally record all times, dates and GPS positions when operating security alert buttons.
Allow up to 45 minutes to acquire both GPS and Inmarsat satellite lock – four
flashing greens on terminal LED indicate correct function
Ensure key in TEST position
Activate primary alert button and leave depressed for 40 minutes
Release primary alert and wait 10 minutes
Activate secondary alert button, wait 10 minutes and then also activate primary alert
button – leave both buttons depressed for 40 minutes
Release both buttons (order of release is not important)
Wait 10 minutes press primary alert button wait further 5 minutes, and then interrupt
24vDC supply – the system is now using the integral back-up battery. The system will
continue to operate normally (flashing green LED) until it makes power supply
interrupt transmission (orange LED). After making transmission the terminal will
automatically go into sleep mode and LED will stop functioning. Wait 30 minutes for
terminal to “wake up” and make transmission. After transmission (orange LED)
reconnect 24vDC supply, the terminal will now go through a full power-up sequence
and within a few minutes will be indicating four greens on the LED.
It is recommended that a regular test routine be initiated into company routines to monitor
correct function of this equipment.
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Your Ship Security Alert System is now set up and in the event of activation will deliver an
alert message to the required authorities.
6.1.3 Power failure
In the event of a physical interruption of power supply to control/junction box the ship
security alert system automatically defaults to the integral back-up battery housed in the
terminal.
Under normal conditions the back-up battery is kept trickle charged by the main 24vDC
power supply. In this mode, to conserve battery life the system “goes to sleep” between
transmissions and therefore the LED does not operate. Battery life in this mode is at least 60
hours.
When the main 24vDC supply is interrupted, in accordance with statutory requirements, an
advisory message is sent in a similar manner to that of the alert message.
6.1.4 Drills and tests
According to your company requirements it is possible to test the alert system without
alerting the Flag State of the vessel.
YOU MUST SET THE KEY CONTROL TO TEST POSITION TO DO THIS. FAILURE TO DO
SO WILL SEND AN ALERT MESSAGE TO FLAG STATE AS A GENUINE ALERT.
6.1.5 System diagnostics
Using the in built system diagnostic it is possible monitor the status of your INMARSAT D+
terminal. The visual indicator to conduct this check is an LED situated between the antenna
connector and 25-way D connector. The LED operates on a 4-blink cycle and can be used
for self-check during commissioning and could be included as part of the bridge watch
routines during normal operation.
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The indicator goes through 4 states every 2 seconds generating the patterns in the table
below
Normally, from power on, the indicator will go from flashing red (INMARSAT D+ OFF)
through to flashing green as the terminal first acquires the Bulletin Board and subsequently
the Traffic Channel. From power on to demodulating the Traffic Channel may take up to 7
minutes.
NOTE: The indicator can be disabled (off state) or enabled via script control. The indicator
may therefore not come on when power is applied. Contact Transas for details of any script
that may have been programmed into the terminal.
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7. SAFETY WARNINGS
BEFORE APPLYING POWER TO THE EQUIPMENT the user must read all instructions. If
in any doubt, consult suitably trained service personnel.
Battery Disposal: Dispose of used battery packs at your nearest re-cycling centre or
return to the manufacturer. To obtain a return address or for more information
on the battery packs, contact Transas at:
Shipguard@Transas.co.uk
Note: Local and International regulations regarding the transport of Lithium batteries must
be complied with.
The information contained herein is proprietary to Transas Telematics Ltd and shall not be duplicated
or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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8.1 Cleaning
Dust and finger marks can be removed using a soft damp cloth. Avoid using domestic
cleaning products.
Transas Telematics
Tel: + 44 (0) 23 92 674000
Fax: + 44 (0) 23 92 674048
Email: ShipGuard@Transas.co.uk
Authorised dealers and general information about Transas products and services can be
found at:
WWW.TRANSAS.COM/TELEMATICS
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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Relevant Standards:
EN301 489-20 v1.2.1 (2002-11) EMC Testing
EN 60950:2000 Electrical Safety (R&TTE)
ETSI EN 301 426 v1.2.1 (2001-10) Radio Approval
Guidance notes for the installation and use of the SAT-101 be strictly followed.
Satamatics exercise due diligence to ensure that the equipment is suitable for use in stated
applications, but ultimate responsibility for the compliance of a complete system must rest
with the prime contractor at a site where local conditions may require additional EMC
precautions be taken.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
The SAT-101 has been tested and found to comply with the requirements of the INMARSAT
D+ SDM.
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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Always ensure that the ground connection is connected at the same time or before power is
applied.
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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10. SPECIFICATIONS
10.1 Physical
Dimensions
Main module + battery pack 112 mm x 173 mm x 41 mm
Antenna 112 mm x 37 mm (diameter x height)
Weight
Main module 335g
Antenna 275g
Non-rechargeable battery pack 225g
o Rechargeable battery pack 315g
Enclosure
Material Bayblend FR110
Colour UN0332 (Coconut)
10.2 Connectors
Antenna SMA
Battery Spring loaded, sealed contact
Data/Control/Power 25 way D type plug
10.3 Environmental
Temperature
Main module -25C to +70C
Antenna -40C to +70C
o Battery pack Refer to battery pack specifications
10.5 G/T
≥ -25dB/K at EL = 30º
10.6 EIRP
0dBW ≤ EIRP ≤ 9dBW
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10.7 Modulation
Transmitter 2 level FSK, 256Hz tone spacing
Tx burst duration 8s (Global Beam)
User data rate ~10 bits per second (Global beam)
Receiver 32-ary FSK, 20Hz tone spacing
User data rate ~9 bits per second
Message length
To Terminal (forward) Up to 1000 bits
From Terminal (return) Up to 84 bits
10.8 GPS
Channels 12
Time To First Fix (Typical)
Cold start 45s
Hot start <8s (GPS was off for less than 2 hours)
Accuracy (SA Off)
o Position (CEP,2D) 4m (Typical)
Altitude maximum 18000m
Dynamic capability
Velocity maximum 515m/s
Acceleration ≤4g
Maximum update rate 1s
10.11 Power
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Non-rechargeable:
Battery Type Lithium
Capacity 2.9Ah
Storage temperature -40C to +60
Discharge temperature -40C to +60C
Shelf life 10 years
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Four INMARSAT satellites provide Global Coverage with each satellite covering an ‘Ocean
Region’ (IOR, AOR-E, AOR-W or POR).
On power on or ‘waking up’, a terminal first tunes to the Bulletin Board channel, which
contains information on the traffic channels currently in use. From the traffic channel /
service ID mapping posted on the Bulletin Board, the terminal determines on which traffic
channel to expect its messages, and re-tunes to this channel.
Data rate for the forward channel (to terminal) is approximately 9 user bits per second, with
typical message delivery latency of about 3 minutes.
Return channel (from terminal) information is returned in bursts containing up to 80 user bits
of information. The data rate is approximately 10 user bits per second, with typical message
delivery latency of about 30s (assuming the terminal has already synchronised to the traffic
channel).
Antenna
Main module
Battery pack
The terminal is designed such that the battery pack can be optionally attached to the main
module.
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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The battery packs are fitted to the main module by means of two M3 screws. When
mounting the complete unit, M4 mounting bolts are used which pass through clearance
holes in the battery pack and main module.
11.3 Antenna
A single antenna is used for GPS receive, INMARSAT D+ receive and INMARSAT D+
transmit.
Cable length: 10 or 25 m
Mounting: 4 x M4 bolts
Connector: SMA
Cable entry is from the side of the base moulding. Moulded placeholders on the base allow
provision for magnets to be bonded for applications where a magnetic mount is required.
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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12. INTERFACES
The following interfaces are provided as standard:
Pin functions.
Tx232, Rx232 RS232 serial interface transmit and receive lines respectively.
Tx485+, Tx485-, Rx 485+, RX485-RS485 serial interface differential transmit and receive
lines.
RS485 select Leave unconnected to select RS232 as the control interface. Connect to GND
to select RS485 as the control interface.
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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100 transmissions – for applications where the SAT-101 enters SLEEP mode
between transmissions.
5.5 hours operation – for applications where the SAT-101 is in continuous RECEIVE
(INMARSAT D+ and GPS), transmitting no more than once every 10 minutes.
30 to 40 hours operation – for applications where the SAT-101 is receiving GPS only
(e.g. periodically checking a geofence)
400 GPS position checks (e.g. against a geofence) - for applications that place the
SAT-101 into SLEEP mode between checks.
For example, taking case 1 above, using the 2.9Ah battery pack will provide approximately
290 transmissions.
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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Under normal circumstances an email alert message will be delivered to the nominated
email address (es). Ship operators also have the option of having alerts delivered to a
mobile (cell) telephone as an SMS text message.
• Name of vessel
• Call sign
• MMSI no.
• IMO no.
• Speed of vessel
• Course of vessel
• Date and time
• Latitude
• Longitude
• Status message
All are self explanatory with the exception of the status message, which consists of two
groups of four digits, either a 0 or 1. The status message has been designed to display in
this format in order to ensure that maximum amount of information can be accurately and
reliably transferred from the email alert to the SMS text message of the users mobile phone.
14.2 Status Messages
The first group of four digits tell the user the nature of the message, e.g. primary alert test
message, while the second group report exceptions such as a power failure. Currently only
the first digit of the second group of four digits is in use. Each digit is independent of the
others
Third digit: 0= secondary alert off (by convention secondary is other location)
1= secondary alert on
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Second, third and fourth digits are reserved for future development. Example message
Alert From: M/V Ship Guard CallSign: ABC123 MMSI: 123456789 IMO: 987654321
Spd: 22.6kn Course:078
036 1.28'N, 005 7.09'W
06.11.2003 12:24
Status: 1010 0000
This means that there has been a change of status, in that the secondary alert button has
been activated in operational mode.
If nothing changes, thirty minutes later (12:54) the status message would be 0010 0000,
signifying that there had been no change of status, ie no buttons have been pressed or
depressed and that the message is a timed (alert messages are automatically transmitted
every 30 minutes) rather than requested message report, and that the secondary button is
still activated.
If ten minutes later the primary alert button were to be pressed a report would be generated
timed at 13:04 reading Status: 1110 0000. The first digit is now 1; this shows that there has
been a change of status. The second digit is now 1, telling us that the primary alert button
has been operated along with the secondary alert button that was already in operation and
that the system is still in operational mode.
The system has been carefully designed so that no one message is dependant on the
previous message, and in the very unlikely event of a message being lost, it will still be
possible to ascertain what is happening on the vessel and build a picture of events.
The above data is replicated in text form to the nominated mobile telephone of the ship
operator.
0000 Condition normal (Alert switches off, Test keyswitch set to 'Operational')
0001 Test Mode (Test keyswitch set to 'Test')
0010 Secondary Alert Ongoing
0011 ditto (Test Mode)
0100 Primary Alert Ongoing
0101 ditto (Test Mode)
0110 Primary and Secondary Alerts Ongoing
0111 ditto (Test Mode)
1000 Reset (alert switches both off)
1001 ditto (Test Mode)
1010 Secondary Alert Activated
1011 ditto (Test Mode)
1100 Primary Alert Activated
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The message log is accessed from the main Ship Guard web page and you have to be
logged in to access this sub-page.
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or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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P S
I/O State Date&Time Type Vessel Label Body Imp. Orgn T E1 E2 E3 E4 Lat Lon GPSF Since
A A
23.10.2003
O ACKN Poll TTL Test DD64
13:55
24.10.2003
O ACKN Poll TTL Test DD64
06:37
21.10.2003
I Alert TTL Test DD64 TEST STATUS R √ 050°49'19.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
16:08
21.10.2003
I Alert TTL Test DD64 Secondary Alert R √ 050°49'19.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
16:28
21.10.2003
I Alert TTL Test DD64 R 050°49'19.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
16:30
22.10.2003
I Alert TTL Test DD64 Primary Alert R √ 050°49'19.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
09:41
22.10.2003
I Alert TTL Test DD64 R 050°49'19.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
09:55
22.10.2003
I Alert TTL Test DD64 Primary Alert R √ 050°49'19.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
11:07
22.10.2003
I Alert TTL Test DD64 R 050°49'18.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
11:09
22.10.2003
I Alert TTL Test DD64 Primary Alert, TEST STATUS R √ √ 050°49'19.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
11:15
22.10.2003
I Alert TTL Test DD64 TEST STATUS R √ 050°49'19.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
11:23
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I/O State Date&Time Type Vessel Label Body Imp. Orgn T E1 E2 E3 E4 Lat Lon GPSF Since
A A
22.10.2003
I Alert TTL Test DD64 Primary Alert, TEST STATUS R √ √ 050°49'19.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
11:43
22.10.2003
I Alert TTL Test DD64 TEST STATUS R √ 050°49'19.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
11:53
23.10.2003
I PosRep TTL Test DD64 050°49'19.59"N 001°02'47.67"W Yes
14:01
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Label This is a free text column for users to make notes, there is a limit of 50
characters
Body The actual message type, e.g. Primary alert, test status
PA & SA These columns are checked depending on which alert button is active
E 1-4 Checked if an exception condition exists within the on board alert system.
Currently only E1 is active and indicates that the main power supply
(24vDC) has been interrupted and the system is running on back-up
battery. (Note when power is restored a status change message will be
generated)
GPSF Yes if the message is GPS fix and no if the GPS satellite lock has been lost.
Since If GPSF is No, then the number of hours (up to value 8) since the last GPS
position.
The information contained herein is proprietary to Transas Telematics Ltd and shall not be duplicated
or used in whole or part for any purposes whatsoever.
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