Satellite Communications

A Guide to the TracPhone F55 & F77

KVH TracPhone F55 & F77

installation
manual

TracPhone F55/F77 Installation Notes

Installation Notes
Before you install your TracPhone F55/F77 system, please read the important notes
below.

PLEASE READ!
Important Notice About Your Data Connection
To prevent inadvertent airtime usage, the user must disconnect the
data connection when not in use. If the data connection is not
properly disconnected, your computer may dial out on its own,
which could result in an unintended airtime charge.
KVH accepts no responsibility if this occurs. It is the vessel
owners responsibility to ensure that the TracPhone F55/F77 is
correctly interfaced with the vessels computer.
If you have any questions about data connections, please contact
KVH Technical Support.

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Antenna Mounting Instructions

To mount the KVH TracPhone F55/F77 antenna, follow the
alternate instructions below. These special instructions supercede
the mounting information in Section 3 of the Installation Manual.

The TracPhone F55 is housed in a 26" (66 cm)-diameter dome. Follow the instructions
on the following page to mount the antenna.

TracPhone F55

The TracPhone F77 is housed in either a standard dome or a deluxe dome, both
measuring approximately 35" (89 cm) in diameter. If your antenna is housed in a
standard dome, follow the instructions in Section 3 of the Installation Manual to
mount the antenna. If your antenna is housed in a deluxe dome, skip to page 8 of
these installation notes to mount the antenna.

TracPhone F77
Standard Dome

Deluxe Dome

OR

TracPhone F55/F77 Installation Notes

TracPhone F55 Antenna Mounting Instructions

To mount the KVH TracPhone F55 antenna, follow the alternate instructions below.
1.

Make sure that you have chosen a suitable mounting location based
upon the guidelines provided in this manual and taking into account
the dimensions shown below.

27.36"
(695 mm)

4x .50"
(4x 13 mm)
Through Holes
for Mounting

26.2"
(665 mm)

6.0" (152 mm)

12.0"
(305 mm)

6.0" (152 mm)

12.0"
(305 mm)

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2.

Remove the antenna unit from its shipping carton and set the
radome aside in a safe place.

3.

At the mounting site (or a stub masts mounting platform), lay out
the four mounting bolt holes and cable access hole as shown below.
The cable access hole must be located on the starboard side and
must measure at least 2" (50 mm) and no greater than 312" (90 mm) in
diameter, large enough to access the antenna units baseplate
connector.

Antenna Baseplate Mounting Hole Pattern, Top View

DOME
26.2"
(665 mm)
4x 0.5"
(4x 13 mm)

FWD

5.0"
(127 mm)

6.0" (152 mm)

12.0"
(305 mm)

2" Minimum
( 50 mm Minimum)
6.0" (152 mm)
12.0"
(305 mm)

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4.

Before drilling the holes in the deck or mounting platform, you need
to verify that the antenna will be aligned properly when it is
mounted. Position the antenna baseplate assembly in place over the
hole locations, with the baseplate connector centered over the cable
access hole location. Ensure the baseplates Forward arrow (shown
below) points toward the bow. Set the antenna baseplate aside.

Mounting Bolt
Hole (x4)

Connector

Antenna Baseplate

5.

Drill the four 12" (13 mm) bolt holes and cut out the cable access hole
(following the layout in Step 3). Smooth the edges of the cable
access hole to protect the cable.

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6.

a.

If mounting the antenna unit on a stub mast:

Position the foam seal on the mounting surface so that it is centered
between the four mounting holes and surrounding the platforms
center hole. Clean the mounting surface where the foam seal will be
placed. Remove the paper backing from the foam seal to expose the
adhesive, then lay the foam seal in place, adhesive side down, and
press down firmly to bring the adhesive into full contact along the
bottom.

b.

If mounting the antenna unit on a deck:

Position the foam seal on the mounting surface so that it is
surrounding the cable access hole. Clean the mounting surface
where the foam seal will be placed. Remove the paper backing from
the foam seal to expose the adhesive, then lay the foam seal in place,
adhesive side down, and press down firmly to bring the adhesive
into full contact along the bottom.

7.

Bring the antenna cable from belowdecks up through the cable

access hole. Connect the antenna cable to the antennas baseplate
connector.

8.

If mounting the antenna unit on a stub mast:

After connecting the antenna cable, be sure to seal the connector

assembly to protect it from seawater and corrosion.
9.

Place the antenna baseplate over the holes drilled in the mounting
surface, ensuring the baseplates Forward arrow is pointing
toward the bow.

TracPhone F55/F77 Installation Notes

10. At each of the four baseplate mounting holes, place a 38" flat washer
on a 38"-16 bolt (supplied in the kitpack) and insert the bolt from above,
as shown below.

Bolt

Flat Washer
Antenna Unit Base
Foam Seal
Mounting Surface
Flat Washer
Lock Washer
Hex Nut

11. Apply a 38" flat washer, 38" lock washer, and 38"-16 hex nut (supplied in
the kitpack) from below, as shown above. Tighten securely (but do not
overtighten) until the foam seal is compressed as far as it will go and
all four feet are bottomed against the mounting surface.
12. Place the radome over the baseplate. Align the six radome screw
holes with the inserts in the baseplate, insert the #10-32 screws and
tighten. Install a protective screw cap over each screw.

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TracPhone F77 Antenna Mounting Instructions - KVH Deluxe Dome

1.

Make sure that you have chosen a suitable mounting location based
upon the guidelines provided in this manual and taking into account
the dimensions shown below.

38.86"
(987 mm)

Access Hatch

17"
(432 mm)
35"
( 889 mm)
4x .50"
(4x 13 mm)

12"
(305 mm)
6"
(152 mm)

6"
(152 mm)

12"
(305 mm)

FWD

TracPhone F55/F77 Installation Notes

2.

Remove the antenna unit from its shipping carton.

3.

At the mounting site, lay out the four mounting bolt holes as shown
below. Also, lay out a cable access hole large enough to
accommodate the antenna cable.

Antenna Baseplate Mounting Hole Pattern, Top View

Baseplate Footprint
17"
( 432 mm)
6"
(152 mm)

FWD

12"
(305 mm)

4 x 0.5"
(4 x 13 mm)
6"
(152 mm)
12"
(305 mm)

4.

Before drilling the holes in the deck or mounting platform, you need
to verify that the antenna will be aligned properly when it is
mounted. Position the antenna unit in place over the hole locations
and ensure the baseplate connector is facing the stern. Set the
antenna unit aside.

Baseplate
Connector

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5.

Drill the four 12" (13 mm) bolt holes and cut out the cable access hole
(following the layout in Step 3). Smooth the edges of the cable
access hole to protect the cable.

6.

Bring the antenna cable from belowdecks up through the cable access
hole. Connect the antenna cable to the antennas baseplate connector.

7.

Place the rear logo plate over the cable, so that the cable exits the center
opening. Using the six M4 screws supplied in the kitpack, attach the logo
plate to the antenna baseplate as shown below.

8.

Place the antenna unit over the holes drilled in the mounting
surface, ensuring the baseplate connector faces the stern.

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9.

At each of the four baseplate mounting holes, place an M10 lock

washer and flat washer on an M10 bolt (supplied in the kitpack) and
insert the bolt into the hole from below, as shown below. Tighten
securely (but do not overtighten) until the four feet are bottomed
against the mounting surface.

Antenna Unit Base

Mounting Surface
M10 Flat Washer
M10 Lock Washer

M10 x 1.5 Hex-head Bolt

10. Install a protective screw cap over all eight radome screws.

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Thrane & Thrane A/S

TT-3086A Sailor Fleet55

TT-3084A Sailor Fleet77
Installation Manual

Document number: TT98-116875-E

Release date: March 15, 2007

Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent
a commitment on the part of Thrane & Thrane A/S. It is recommended that the latest
version of the manual is downloaded from the Thrane Extra net or requested from the
distributor.

Copyright
2007 Thrane & Thrane A/S. All rights reserved. Printed in Denmark.

Trademark Acknowledgements

Inmarsat is a registered trademark of the International Maritime Satellite

Organisation (IMSO) and is licensed by IMSO to Inmarsat Limited and Inmarsat
Ventures plc.

Inmarsats product names are either trademarks or registered trademarks of

Inmarsat.

Other product and company names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or
trade names of their respective owners.
Company Addresses
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Safety and Warranty

General
All cables for the Fleet55/77 system are shielded and should not be affected
by magnetic fields. However, if possible do not run cables parallel to AC
wiring failing to do so might cause the equipment to be faulty or working
properly.

Service
User access to the interior of the BDU unit is prohibited. Service may only be
performed by a technician authorized by Thrane & Thrane A/S - failing to do
so will void the warranty. Access to the interior of the ADU is allowed, but
only for replacement of certain modules - as described in this manual.
General service may only be performed by a technician authorized by Thrane
& Thrane A/S - failing to do so may void the warranty.

Radar safety distance

Do not move the ADU closer to radars than the minimum safety distance
specified in this manual - this will possibly damage the ADU eventually.
Equipment must be installed with a minimum safe distance to magnetic
steering compass of at least 1.25 m. Personal safe distance is 4 m from the
F77 ADU and 2 m from the F55 ADU while it is transmitting.

Grounding, cables and connections

The BDU unit shall be connected to the ground of the ship via the Antenna
Pigtail Cable and the Grounding Kit (Accessories). Further, the BDU must be
grounded at its grounding stud.
The ADU shall be grounded to the ship via one or more of its mounting bolts.
The shielded cables must generally be grounded in both ends, except for the
cable between BDU and Cradle, which shall not be grounded in the Cradle
end.

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Connections of all types of equipment must be done while the unit is

switched off. For further grounding information read Appendix G Grounding
and RF protection on page 105.
Do not extend the cables beyond those specified for the equipment except
from the cable between the BDU and ADU. The cable between the BDU and
ADU can be extended if it complies with the specified data concerning cable
losses etc.

Power supply
Operation voltage is 24 V DC. Note that long-term operation below 24 V DC
should be avoided.
It is recommended that the voltage is provided by the ship hot 24 V DC power
bus.
Be aware of high start-up peak current. 16 A@24 V, 15 ms.
Maximum operational peak power requirement for F77/F55 is 240/200 W
and maximum average power consumption is 180/150 W.
If a 24 V DC power bus is not available, an external 115/230 VAC to 24 V DC
power supply can be used.

Equipment ventilation
To ensure adequate cooling of the BDU a 5 cm unobstructed space must be
maintained around all sides of the unit (except the bottom side).
BDU ambient temperature range: -15 to +55C.
Failure to comply with the rules listed above will void the warranty!

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1

Chapter 2

System Units
1.1

Introduction ............................................................... 1

1.2

Below Deck Unit BDU .............................................. 1

1.3

Display Handset .........................................................2

1.4

Distress Cradle ...........................................................2

1.5

Passive Cradle ...........................................................2

1.6

Above Deck Unit ADU ..............................................2

GMDSS Installations
2.1

Requirements ............................................................3

2.2 Distress call initiation ................................................3

2.3 Maritime Safety Information ......................................3
2.4 Power Supply .............................................................4

Chapter 3

Placing the Antenna

3.1

Obstructions ..............................................................7

3.2 Radiation Hazard .......................................................8

3.3 Interference ...............................................................9
3.4 Antenna Mast Design ................................................14

Chapter 4

Installing the ADU

4.1

Unpacking ................................................................19

4.2 Preparation ...............................................................19

4.3 Grounding ................................................................19
4.4 ADU cables ..............................................................20

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4.5 Mounting .................................................................22

4.6 Important notes .......................................................22

Chapter 5

Installing the BDU

5.1

Where to place the BDU ..........................................23

5.2 Grounding the BDU ..................................................24

Chapter 6

F77 Distress Cradle

6.1

Introduction .............................................................27

6.2 Distress Cradle Assembly .........................................28

6.3 Assembly - Default ...................................................28
6.4 Assembly Alternative ............................................. 31

Chapter 7

F55 Passive Cradle

7.1

Introduction .............................................................33

7.2 Passive Cradle Assembly ..........................................34

Chapter 8

Connecting Power
8.1

Power cable selection ..............................................37

8.2 Power supply specification ...................................... 41

Chapter 9

Setting Up the System

9.1

Powering Up the System ..........................................43

9.2 Powering Down the System ......................................44

9.3 Service User Menu ...................................................44

Chapter 10

Hardware Interfaces
10.1 Overview ..................................................................53

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10.2 Analogue 2-wire Interface .......................................54

10.3 Cradle/Handset Interface .........................................55
10.4 ISDN Interface .........................................................56
10.5 USB Interface ........................................................... 57
10.6 LAN Interface ...........................................................58
10.7 RS-232 Interface ......................................................59
10.8 NMEA 0183/2000 Interface .......................................60
10.9 Discrete I/O interface ................................................61

Chapter 11

Service and Repair

11.1 Introduction .............................................................63
11.2 Modules .................................................................63
11.3 Power Supply Module (PSM) ....................................65
11.4 High Power Amplifier (HPA) .....................................66
11.5 Antenna Control Unit (ACU) ..................................... 67
11.6 Sensor Unit (SU) ......................................................68
11.7 End Stop Switches (ESS) ..........................................69

Chapter 12

Troubleshooting
12.1 Error messages .........................................................71
12.2 Handset Com Error troubleshooting procedure ........ 75

Appendix A

Part numbers
A.1 TT-3086A Sailor Fleet55 ........................................... 77
A.2 TT-3084A Sailor Fleet77 ........................................... 77
A.3 Sailor Fleet55/77 Antenna Cables ............................78

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A.4 Sailor Fleet55/77 Accessories ...................................78

A.5 Optional Sailor Fleet55 Cradle Cables .......................79
A.6 Optional Sailor Fleet77 Cradle Cables .......................79
A.7 Optional Sailor Fleet55/77 Cradles & handsets .........79
A.8 Sailor Fleet55/77 Spare Part Units ........................... 80
A.9 Sailor Fleet55/77 ADU Spare Parts .......................... 80

Appendix B

F55/77 ADU Technical Specifications

B.1 F55 Technical Specifications ..................................... 81
B.2 F77 Technical Specifications .....................................83
B.3 F55/F77 Environmental Specifications ......................84
B.4 F55 Outline Dimensions .......................................... 85
B.5 F77 Outline Dimensions ........................................... 86
B.6 Outline Dimensions, Flange .....................................87

Appendix C

F55/77 BDU Technical Specifications

C.1

Technical specifications .......................................... 89

C.2 Outline dimensions ..................................................92

C.3 Measuring the Ship Source Impedance ....................93

Appendix D

Distress Cradle Technical Specifications

D.1 Technical specifications ...........................................95
D.2 Outline Dimensions ..................................................97

Appendix E

Passive Cradle Technical Specifications

E.1

Technical Specifications .......................................... 99

E.2 Outline Dimensions ................................................ 100

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Appendix F

Handset Technical Specifications

F.1

Technical Specifications ..........................................103

F.2 Outline Dimensions .................................................104

Appendix G

Grounding and RF protection

G.1 Why is grounding required? ....................................105
G.2 General about marine DC system ...........................106
G.3 General about marine grounding ........................... 108
G.4 Grounding Recommendations ................................. 110
G.5 Alternative grounding for steel hulls ....................... 112
G.6 Alternative grounding for aluminum hulls .............. 114
G.7 Alternative grounding for fiberglass hulls ............... 116
G.8 Alternative grounding for timber hulls .................... 118
G.9 Separate Ground Cable ...........................................120
G.10 RF interference .......................................................125
G.11 Electrostatic Discharge ............................................126

Glossary

........................................................................................127

Index

........................................................................................ 131

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Chapter 1

System Units

1.1 Introduction
The basic system consists of four units: The Below Deck Unit (BDU), The
Control Handset, The Cradle and The Above Deck Unit (ADU).

1.2 Below Deck Unit BDU

The Below Deck Unit (BDU) which contains the primary electronic parts is
designed for wall or desktop installation. The BDU supplies 42 VDC to the ADU
through a single coaxial cable. The F55/F77 BDU power requirement is
240/200 W peak and 180/150 W average at 24 VDC. The power shall be
provided by the ship hot 24 VDC power bus, or by an external VAC to VDC
power supply (minimum 10A). Be aware of high start-up peak current.
16 A@24 V, 15 ms.

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1.3 Display Handset

The Display Handset allows dialling and control of the BDU and the antenna.

1.4 Distress Cradle

The Distress Cradle, which holds the Display Handset, provides activation of
alert transmission. The distress cradle may only be used for F77.

1.5 Passive Cradle

The Passive Cradle, which holds the Display Handset, provides no activation of
alert transmission. The passive cradle may only be used for F55.

1.6 Above Deck Unit ADU

The antenna (ADU) consists of a stabilized antenna with RF-unit and an
antenna control unit, with GPS (ACU). All communication between the ADU
and BDU goes through a single coaxial cable. The antenna unit is protected by
a fibre glass radome - access to the interior of the ADU is possible through a
hatch located at the lower part of the radome.

Display Handset

GMDSS Installations

2.1 Requirements
(Not applicable for Fleet55 installations).
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has set out requirements on
how the Fleet77 should be integrated in a Global Maritime Distress and Safety
System (GMDSS) installation:
IMO Resolution MSC.130(75).
IMO Resolution A.888(21).

2.2 Distress call initiation

For the installation to comply with IMO Resolution (MSC.130/A.3.2), it will
need to include a distress cradle and handset fitted on the bridge, as well as in
the radio communications room if applicable, for the ability to initiate distress
calls.

2.3 Maritime Safety Information

The TT-3084A Sailor Fleet77 meets the voice requirements of IMO Resolution
A.888(21). To meet the GMDSS carriage requirements of SOLAS (Safety Of Life
At Sea) in respect of receipt of SafetyNET broadcasts carrying MSI (Maritime
Safety Information) and direct printing telegraphy, it is necessary to install a
combined INMARSAT C/EGC transceiver in addition to the INMARSAT F77
equipment.

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2.4 Power Supply

For the installation to comply with IMO Resolution (MSC.130/A.5.1), a Fleet77
forming part of a GMDSS installation needs to be able to switch between two
power supplies, a main and a backup source, where during main power
source failure, the Backup source normally would be automatic switched in
and maintain the Fleet77 system fully operational.
A power source change-over unit is not incorporated in the Fleet77 equipment
and thus is needed externally.
In principle there are two ways in which the required power supply back up
can be obtained:
1. Hot connection to the ships emergency batteries.
In this case the Fleet system is connected directly to the batteries and
the associated charger, and the charger supplies the power required for
the Fleet system. This ensures true no-break power supply for the Fleet
system. It is of cause necessary that the charger is powerful enough to
supply the power for the Fleet system, plus other systems which might be
connected to the batteries, such that the batteries are not discharged.
Be aware of high start-up peak current. 16 A@24 V, 15 ms.
Maximum operational peak power requirement for F77/F55 is 240/200 W
and maximum average power consumption is 180/150 W.
2. Cold or switch-over connection to the ships emergency batteries.
In this case the Fleet system is normally supplied from the ships AC line
(115 or 230 V) through an AC to DC (24-28 V) power supply. In case of loss
of line voltage the Fleet system power input is, either manually or
automatically, transferred to the emergency batteries. In many cases the
AC/DC power supply includes battery input and a relay for automatic
battery switch-over.

Power Supply

Any interruptions on power sources possibly from power supply switch-over,

must be cleared within 60 seconds, for the Fleet77 to enable automatic powerup and re-initialization. Furthermore, if a power interruption can be kept
below 20 ms, it can be guaranteed that a call (e.g. a distress call) will not be
disconnected during this. As it could be critical to maintain a call during an
emergency situation, it is strongly recommended that the power back-up
installation is made such that switch-over takes less than 20 ms.
The AC/DC power supply TT-3680F provided by Thrane & Thrane A/S, is usable
for GMDSS installations, and is capable of automatic switch-over to battery
power in less than 20 ms.

Power Supply

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Power Supply

Placing the Antenna

3.1 Obstructions
The antenna rotates 360 and down to 25 in pitch and roll to allow for
continuous pointing even during the worst sea states. Any obstructions within
this volume can cause signal degradation.
The amount of degradation depends on the size of the obstruction and the
distance from the antenna. As a rule of thumb any obstruction, which
subtends an angle of less than 3 at the antenna will have limited effect. The
table below gives a guideline for obstruction sizes, which will cause limited
degradation.
Distance of
Obstruction

Size of Obstruction

3m

16 cm

5m

26 cm

10 m

52 cm

20 m

104 cm

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3.2 Radiation Hazard

The F77 antenna radiates 32 dBW EIRP (including 20 dBi antenna gain). This
translates to a minimum safety distance of 4 m from the antenna while it is
transmitting. This is based on a radiation level of 0.8 mW/cm2. The F55
antenna has a safety distance of 2 m.

MICROWAVE
NO PERSONNEL
based on 10W/m2

2 m (F55)
3.6 m (F77)

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For higher radiation level, see the table below.

Radiation level

F55 Distance

F77 Distance

100 W/m2

0.6 m

1.1 m

25 W/m2

1.1 m

2.3 m

10 W/m2

2.0 m

3.6 m

Radiation Hazard

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3.3 Interference
The ADU (antenna) must be mounted as far away as possible from the ships
radar and high power radio transmitters (including other Inmarsat based
systems), as these can compromise the ADU performance. RF emission from
radars might actually damage the ADU.
As the Fleet ADU itself is a quite powerful transmitter, this on the other hand is
also capable of disturbing other radio systems. Especially, other Inmarsat
systems and GPS receivers with poor frequency discrimination are vulnerable
to the radiation generated by the Fleet ADU.

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3.3.1 Radar
It is difficult to give exact guidelines for minimum distance between a radar
and the ADU as radar power, radiation pattern, frequency and pulse
length/shape varies widely from radar to radar. Further, the ADU will typically
be placed in the near field of the radar antenna and reflections from masts,
decks and other items present in the vicinity of the radar will be different from
ship to ship.
Despite the issues mentioned above, the guidelines below can be given:
Since a radar radiates a fan beam with a horizontal beam width of a few
degrees and a vertical beam width of up to +/- 15, the worst interference can
be avoided by mounting the ADU at a different level meaning that the ADU is
installed minimum 15 above or below the radar antenna. Due to near field
effects the benefit of this vertical separation could be reduced at short
distances (below approximately 10 m) between radar antenna and ADU.
Therefore it is recommended to ensure as much vertical separation as possible
when ever the ADU has to be placed close to a radar antenna.

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Interference

3.3.2 ADU damage

The minimum acceptable separation (d min.) between a radar and the ADU is
determined by the radar wavelength/frequency and the power emitted by the
radar. The tables below show some rule of thumb minimum separation
distances as a function of radar power at X and S band. If the d min.
separation listed below is applied, ADU damage will normally be avoided.
d min. is defined as the shortest distance between the radar antenna (in any
position) and the surface of the Fleet ADU.
X-band (~ 3 cm / 10 GHz) damage distance
Radar power

d min. at 15 vertical
separation

d min. at 60 vertical
separation

0 10 kW

0.8 m

0.4 m

30 kW

2.4 m

1.2 m

50 kW

4.0 m

2.0 m

S-band (~ 10 cm / 3 GHz) damage distance

Radar power

d min. at 15 vertical
separation

d min. at 60 vertical
separation

0 10 kW

0.4 m

0.2 m

30 kW

1.0 m

0.5 m

50 kW

2.0 m

1.0 m

The separation distance for C-band (4-8 GHz) radars should generally be the
same as for X-band radars.

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3.3.3 Interference
At distances further away than d min. given above the radar might still be
able to degrade the performance of the Fleet system.
The presence of one or more X-band radars within a radius up to around
100 m could cause a minor degradation of the signal to noise ratio during high
speed and data calls. The degradation will be most significant at high radar
pulse repetition rates.
As long as receiving conditions are favorable, this limited degradation is
without importance. However, if receiving conditions are poor e.g. due to
objects blocking the signal path, heavy precipitation or icing, low satellite
elevation and violent ship movements the small extra degradation due to the
radar(s) could cause poor call quality. A speech call might become noisy and
perhaps fail while a data connection might decrease in speed and
performance.
The presences of S-band radar(s) are unlikely to cause any performance
degradation as long as the minimum distances (d min.) listed above are
applied.
It is strongly recommended that interference free operation is verified
experimentally before the installation is finalized.
Warning! The ADU must never be installed closer to a radar than
d min. - even if experiments show that interference free operation
can be obtained at shorter distances than d min. given above.

3.3.4 Other Inmarsat systems

Recommended minimum safe distance to other Inmarsat antennas is 10 m.

3.3.5 GPS receivers

Good quality GPS receivers will work properly very close to the ADU - typically
down to one meter outside the main beam, and down to a few meters inside

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the main beam. However, simple GPS receivers with poor frequency
discrimination could be affected at longer range (typically 10 m). It is always
recommended to test the GPS performance before the installation is finalized.

3.3.6 Other transmitters

See Minimum Recommended Distance to Transmitters. on page 88 in
Appendix B for minimum recommended distance to transmitters in the
frequency range below 1000 MHz.

3.3.7 Other precautions

Do not place the ADU close to a funnel, as smoke deposits are corrosive.
Furthermore, deposits on the radome can degrade performance.

Interference

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Chapter 3: Placing the Antenna

3.4 Antenna Mast Design

The antenna mast must be designed to carry the weight of the antenna unit,
which for F55 is approximately 18 kg and for F77 is approximately 27 kg.
It must also be able to withstand wind forces up to 140 knots on the radome as
well as onboard vibrations.
The top of the antenna mast should be fitted with a flange with holes matching
the bosses in the radome. The flange diameter must be less than 380 mm in
order to avoid interference with the F77 hatch and the antenna beam.
The flange thickness must be at least 10 mm. The antenna is to be mounted on
the flange by means of 4 M10 bolts. The bolt engagement shall be 15 5 mm.
Drill a hole in the centre of the flange for radome drain pipe.
See Outline Dimensions, Flange on page 87 in Appendix B.
The holes in the flange must be positioned symmetrically around the
longitudinal axis of the ship, to ensure the correct heading of the antenna. See
Appendix B F55/77 ADU Technical Specifications on page 81 for heading mark.
The Antenna tracking system is directional why the heading direction of the
ADU is extremely important, as setting the wrong heading will cause the
antenna to lose track of the satellite as soon the ship start to move.
In some cases it may be necessary to install the antenna such that it is
misaligned to the ship, e.g. to insure F77 hatch accessibility. Compensation for
mount pos can only be done in steps of 90. See User Manual chapter 4 Ant.
Setup. Antenna Set-up for installation angle set-up in case the angle is
different from the default 0.
The F55/F77 heading is defined by the ADU N-type connector placement. For
the F77 the hatch may be used for locating the heading direction as well.

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Bottom View

The F55/F77 value of the installation angle is defined as shown below (seen
from above ship).

F55/F77 N-type Connector

Long-term, trouble free operation depends on good mast design avoiding
severe shocks and vibration levels. As every ship has unique structural
characteristics, it is difficult to give specific design rules. Nevertheless, every
attempt should be made to design a mast which has a natural frequency
>25 Hz (i.e. stiff) to avoid the majority of the ships vibration spectrum.
The table below gives some suggested design values for the free part of the
pole mast.

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Max. free mast length (m)

OD (mm)

16

Wall Thickness
(mm)

Steel

Al

F55

F77

F55

F77

100

2.5
5

0.8
1.0

0.6
0.8

0.5
0.7

0.4
0.5

150

3.75
7.5

1.4
1.6

1.2
1.4

1.0
1.3

0.8
1.0

200

5
10

2.0
2.1

1.7
1.9

1.5
1.8

1.3
1.6

250

3.25
12.5

2.2
2.5

2.0
2.3

1.7
2.2

1.5
2.0

300

7.5
15

2.7
2.8

2.6
2.7

2.4
2.6

2.2
2.4

Antenna Mast Design

High masts or installations on ships with high vibration levels should be

further stabilized by stays from the mast flange.
Note

Stays and stiff masts can still not prevent vertical vibration if the mast
is attached to a deck plate that is not stiff. Every effort should be
made to mount the mast to an area that is well supported by ribs. If
this is not possible, extra deck plate stiffening should be provided.

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Chapter 4
4

4.1 Unpacking
Open all boxes supplied and check the contents with the enclosed packing list.
Inspect units and parts for possible transport damage.

4.2 Preparation
The antenna is supplied in a cardboard box and is bolted to a pallet. Cut the
straps around the sides, remove the lid and take the sides off by lifting over
the radome. The antenna system can be removed from the pallet by removing
the 4 M10 screws from underneath.

4.3 Grounding
It is recommended that the antenna is grounded via its mounting bosses to its
mounting plate as the RF coax screen and antenna electronics ground are
referenced to this point.
The metal underneath the head of at least one bolt must be clean of insulating
protective coating and a serrated washer should be used. After the bolts are
tightened, it is recommended that the area is suitably sealed in order to avoid
corrosion of the grounding point.
It is recommended that all 4 bolts are used for grounding. Use stainless steel
bolts and washers.
For further grounding information read Appendix G Grounding and RF
protection on page 105.

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4.4 ADU cables

The coaxial cable for connection between the antenna and BDU is not part of
the basic system. Make sure that a sufficient length of cable is ordered. See
Appendix A Part numbers on page 77 for cable options.
Select a suitable area for installation of the BDU, ADU and Cradle. Where
exposed to mechanical wear - on deck, through bulkheads, etc. - steel pipes
should protect the cables. Standard procedures should otherwise be followed
for cabling in ship installations.
The maximum allowed RF-loss in the Antenna cable is 10dB@1660 MHz. This
is to ensure the performance of the system. The Cable loss can be read in the
handset.
The Cable loss readout will vary mainly due to Temperature changes in the
ADU. In Table 1 below, the maximum allowed Cable loss readout are listed.
ADU temp.

-25C

Max allowed Cable loss readout

80%

+22C
88%

+65C
95%

Table 1: Maximum allowed Cable loss readout vs. ADU Temp.

During installation the Cable loss readout shall be checked. If the Cable loss
readout is above the specified maximum values the installation has to be
checked.

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Recommended Antenna Cables:

Cable Type

Absolute maximum length

RG214U

25 m

02Y(st)C2YC 2.7/7.3AF

50 m

SA07272 (TT-116689)

50 m

SA12272 (TT-108740-060)

60 m

LCF12-50J

100 m

Furthermore it has to be checked in the data sheet from the cable supplier,
that both the RF- attenuation and the DC-resistance are kept within the
maximum specified values:

Antenna Cable RF-attenuation max: 10 dB excl. connector.

Antenna Cable loop DC-resistance max: 0.54 .

Also it has to be ensured that the specified minimum bending radius is

respected. If this is not the case, the loss in the cable will increase. Check the
instruction from the cable supplier.
The coax cable can be extended if it complies with the specified losses listed
below.

Maximum RF loss, 1525 - 1660 MHz: 10 dB

Maximum DC loss, R loop: 0.54

Maximum RF loss, 3.5 - 4.0 MHz: 2 dB

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4.5 Mounting
The radome can now be installed on the mounting plate on the ship via 4 M10
stainless steel bolts. In case of F77 the hatch must face the stern of the ship.
If it is necessary to alter the mount position relative to the ship (90, 180 or
270, and to ensure hatch accessibility), the mounting pos has to be
adjusted, this can be done via the Display Handset.
See User Manual chapter 4. Ant. Set-up for mounting pos adjustment.
The only electrical connector is a single N-Type connector on the lower
radome.

4.6 Important notes

Do not re-use any of the M10 screws from the pallet. The bolt thread must not
penetrate more than 20 mm - and not less than 10 mm - into the bosses of the
radome. The bolts must be tightened to 25 5 Nm.
After having connected the antenna cable to the ADU - ensure that the
connector assembly is properly protected against seawater and corrosion. As a
minimum, it is recommended that self-amalgamating rubber tape is used.

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5

5.1 Where to place the BDU

The BDU must be placed in a ventilated area. To ensure adequate cooling of
the BDU a 5 cm unobstructed space must be maintained around all sides of
the unit (except the bottom side).
Ambient temperature range is 15 to +55C.
The BDU is manufactured as a cabinet for bulkhead or desktop installation.
The cabinet is equipped with two mounting brackets, which makes it possible
to secure the unit on a bulkhead.
See Outline dimensions on page 92 in Appendix C.

Note

It is very important that the BDU is placed in an area where access to

the hull or equivalent grounding can be reached within 0.5 m.

The BDU and all external units delivered by Thrane & Thrane A/S must be
placed with a minimum safe distance of at least 1.25 m to magnetic steering
compass.

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The unit that has the largest impact on magnetic steering compasses is the
distress cradle, since it contains a magnet, which holds the display handset.
Minimum safe distance is 1.25 m but if possible, place the distress
cradle/handset further away from magnetic steering compasses.

5.2 Grounding the BDU

The antenna cable (4) is connected to the BDU by means of a coax pigtail
(3).
The pigtail is connected to the BDU by a TNC-connector (male) and to the
antenna cable by an N-connector (female). The pigtail must be grounded at
the N-connector end use the grounding kit (2) to mount the cable on the hull
or other common ground.
To ensure that the BDU is grounded also if the pigtail is disconnected from
the BDU, an extra ground wire must be connected. The ground wire is
connected to the BDU by an M3x6 screw. The grounding point is located next
to the power plug (1).

In some cases it is not possible to access the hull and at the same time place
the BDU in a suitable place.
The pigtail is only 0.5 m long and extension is not allowed.

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Copper foil 5 cm wide: Max 50 cm

Copper foil 10 cm wide: Max 100 cm
Copper foil 20 cm wide: Max 200 cm
Note

The foil must be at least 0.1 mm thick.

Connect the foil to the hull by plenty of screws or hardsoldering. Run the foil
past the place where the pigtail is to be grounded and mount the grounding
kit on top of the foil.

For further grounding information read Appendix G Grounding and RF

protection on page 105.

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A way to insure good grounding and at the same time make it possible to
ground the pigtail - is to extend the ship ground plan by means of copper foil.
The maximum length of the foil is determined by the width of the foil.

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Chapter 6
6

6.1 Introduction

The Distress Cradle/Handset is used for F77 and can be placed anywhere
onboard the ship.
The only limitations are:

Maximum cable length (do not extend the cable): 40 m.

Minimum safe distance to magnetic steering compass: 1.25 m.

Note that no special grounding of the Distress Cradle/Handset is required.

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6.2 Distress Cradle Assembly

Since the cable between the Distress Cradle and BDU is not part of the basic
system - the Distress Cradle is not fully assembled when the system is shipped.
Select a suitable cable (see Appendix A) - and assemble the Distress Cradle as
described below.

6.3 Assembly - Default

The assembly instruction described is for installation, where the cable runs
though the wall behind the cradle.
Start by wrapping the edging rubber gasket around the medium plate.

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Place the cable in the cable suspender and slightly tighten the screws (1).
Mount the plate and tighten the screws (2).
Plug the cable in J3 (3).

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Finally slide the grommet into the slot in the bottom plate and mount the plate
and tighten the screws (3).

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The assembly instruction described below is meant for installation, where the
cable runs on a bulkhead.
Cut out the area shown.

Slide the grommet into the cradle slot and finalize the assembly as
described.

Assembly Alternative

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Assembly Alternative

Chapter 7
7

7.1 Introduction

The passive Cradle/Handset is used for F55 and can be placed anywhere on
board the ship.
The only limitations are:

Maximum cable length (do not extend the cable): 40 m.

Minimum safe distance to magnetic steering compass: 1.25 m.

Note that no special grounding of the Cradle/Handset is required.

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7.2 Passive Cradle Assembly

With the Cradle follows an assembly kit which contains the following parts:

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4 x Screw, Sheet screw 3.5 x 25 A4

4 x Rubber Blind Plug, 3622A

1 x Relieving Clamp

6 x Screw 3 x 10 PT Self tapping

2 x Screw 3 x 6 PT Self tapping

1 x Blind Plate

Passive Cradle Assembly

Chapter 7: F55 Passive Cradle

Connect the speaker and insert the blind plate.

Assemble the upper and lower cradle part using the self tapping screws.
Mount the cradle and cover the mounting holes using the four blind plugs.

Passive Cradle Assembly

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Place the Circuit board in the Cradle, connect the cable and secure the cable
using the relieving clamp.

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Passive Cradle Assembly

Chapter 8
8

8.1 Power cable selection

The length of the BDU power cable depends on the type of cable used and the
source impedance of the ships 24 V DC installation. It is required that the total
source impedance at the BDU does not exceed 250 m.
Select a power outlet from the ships 24 V DC system, and measure the source
impedance of the ship installation as described in Measuring the Ship Source
Impedance on page 93 in Appendix C.
If a 50 m ship source impedance is measured, only 200 m is left for power
cable loop resistance, since the total source impedance should be below
250 m (250 m - 50 m = 200 m).
Note

If the total source impedance is higher than 250 m, the terminal

may start to On/Off oscillate.

For further recommendations on power cable selection, see the appropriate

section on the next page, depending on which power connector the BDU is
fitted with:

BDU fitted with the old 4-Port power connector: See section 8.1.1 Old 4-port
power connector.

BDU fitted with the new Sub-D power connector: See section 8.1.2 New
Sub-D power connector.

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8.1.1 Old 4-port power connector

(Only applicable for old 4-port power connector).
To make sure that the power cable fits the power connector the dimensions of
the cable must be:

Cable outer diameter max 3 mm

Inner core 1.5 mm2

The cable inductance should not exceed 5 H. If the inductance is too high,
the power supply may start to oscillate.
To minimize the cable inductance a multi 2- or 4-wire cable should be used.
Recommended power cable types and length:
Cable Type

Length from source.

Source imp. < 50 m

Length from source.

Source imp. < 100 m

2 x 1.5 mm2

0 - 10 m

0-7m

2 x 2 x 1. 5mm2

10 - 20 m

7 - 14 m

Use local AC:DC

converter.

> 20 m

> 14 m

The power connector has the option of running four cables instead of two,
which allows the cable to be twice as long.

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By use of this pigtail, you may extend the cable length as long as you keep the
total source impedance < 250 m and cable inductance < 5 H.
The BDU is equipped with an internal 10 A thermal circuit breaker, therefore
no external fuse is necessary in order to protect the BDU. However, in order to
avoid short circuit in the power cable/connector, the ships DC outlet should be
protected by a 10-15 A fuse or circuit breaker. If the automatic circuit breaker
pops out check the power supply polarisation.

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Cables with larger cross-section area than 1.5 mm2 may be connected to the
BDU by use of the pigtail that is supplied with the system.

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8.1.2 New Sub-D power connector

(Only applicable for new Sub-D power connector).
The BDU is delivered with a 1.5 m power cable; this can be extended according
to the recommendations below:

Red: +

Black: -

Cable Type

Length from source.

Source imp. < 50m

Length from source.

Source imp. < 100m

4 mm2 (AWG11)

0 - 20 m

0 - 15 m

10 mm2 (AWG8)a

20 - 50 m

15 - 35 m

Make sure that cable

meets inductance
requirements.a, b

> 50 m

> 35 m

a. When extending the power cable; positive and negative supply wires must be
installed closely together side by side to keep cable inductance low.
b. Ensure that cable inductance for the selected cable at the desired length is
below the 50 H requirement.

The BDU is equipped with an internal 15 A Fuse, therefore no external fuse is

necessary in order to protect the BDU. However, in order to avoid short circuit
in the power cable/connector, the ships DC outlet should be protected by a 1520 A fuse or circuit breaker.

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8.2 Power supply specification

Voltage: 24 V DC -10%/+30% floating
Power: 240 W
Peak current: 16 A@24 V 15 ms (start up)

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Power supply specification

Chapter 9
9

9.1 Powering Up the System

The power button on the Fleet55 and Fleet77 is placed on the back panel. See
figure below.

Press and hold the power button for a few seconds or until the green LED on
the front of the terminal, and the handset display, light up. Then release the
button.

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9.2 Powering Down the System

Press and hold the power button for a few seconds, while the handset display
shows the message shown below.

Powering
Down

Let go of the button when the display shows the message below, and the
green LED on the front of the terminal starts flashing.

Thrane F77
Goodbye

Note

Wait at least 5 seconds after a power down, before trying to power

up the F55 or F77 again.

9.3 Service User Menu

Before the system is ready to make the first call some basic system
configuration is necessary.
The system configuration is carried out by the Service User, who has access to
all functionality in the BDU Unit.
The system configuration can be done via the handset or by running the
FleetCp program from a PC connected to the BDU.
See User Manual chapter 5, System Set-up from PC.
All configuration information is stored in the configuration module. It takes
approximately 10 sec. for the system to update and store configuration
information. When configuration information is changed or added wait min.
10 sec. before powering down the system.

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The below drawing shows the Service User menu.

999

Service User PIN

Service User

LES Config

Default LES
PreferredLES
Allowed LES
Reset LES
Distress LES

Help Desk

Scroll through
Help desk
phone numbers

IMN Config

Mini-M Voice
Speech
3.1 kHz Audio
64 kbit/s
56 kbit/s
9600 Fax (F77)
MPDS
2x56 kbit/s *
2x64 kbit/s *

PIN Codes

SeU-PIN Chg
SU PIN
SU Unblock

Dflt. Setting

Calibration

Tel. number

Not in this release

Factory Dflt.

Ok to reset?

IQ-calib

Perform IQ
calibration?

IQ-const

Modulator
Demodulator

Power Downs

FEU Uploads

*) Only on F77 and if the service is enabled

USTELEN
STRATOS
KDDI
TELENOR.

Edit numbers

Customer Dflt.

MO adjust

Debug

W-Atlantic
E-Atlantic
Pacific
Indian
Spare 1
Spare 2
Spare 3
Spare 4

W-Atlantic
E-Atlantic
Pacific
Indian
Best choice

IAmp:
QAmp:
IOff:
QOff:
Phase:

Number
Reset
Old Boot
New Boot
Boot Miss
Old Appl
New Appl
Appl Miss
ChkSum Error
Type Mismatch

See also User Manual chapter 3, Use of PIN codes.

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9.3.1 LES Config

Overview
This menu is used to select a list of LES operators. It contains the following sub
menus:

Default LES

Preferred LES

Allowed LES

Reset LES

Distress LES (Only F77)

Allowed LES is the only menu that is special to the Service User menu. For
the description of the other LES Config sub menus you are referred to the
TT-3084A Sailor Fleet77, TT-3086A Sailor Fleet55, User Manual

Allowed LES selection

An Allowed LES list can be selected under the Service User menu. The Service
User/supplier can decide which LESs are allowed to be used in the selected
ocean region.
1. From the main menu select Service User by pressing
press

OK

and

2. Type the Service user PIN code and press

menu.

OK

3. Select LES Config by pressing

and press

4. Select Allowed LES and press

or
OK

5. Selected ocean region and press

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or

.
OK

Service User Menu

to enter the Service user

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6. A list of all LESs should appear for each LES intended to be on the list

7. Press

to update allowed LES.

OK

8. To remove a LES from the list, press

the list.

and then

OK

to update

This configuration must be done for each Ocean Region.

Only the LESs marked in the Allowed LES list can be selected as Default or
Preferred LES.
If no Allowed LESs are selected all LESs are accessible.
It is now Preferred LES list that decides which LESs that can be used as
Default LES.

9.3.2 Help Desk

The Help Desk menu can be used to select and initiate calls to certain
numbers, which may provide help in case you have forgotten your PIN code.
Editing/inserting and deleting entries can only be done from the service user
menu.
Each entry contains a name, phone number of the entry, TNID (terrestrial
network ID) and a LES access code.

Inserting a number
1. From the main menu select Service user by pressing
press

OK

or

and

2. Type the Service User PIN code and press

menu.

Service User Menu

OK

to enter the Service User

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3. From the Service menu select Help desk by pressing

press

OK

or

and

a list of numbers should appear.

C .

4. To add a new number press

5. Type a Name and press

OK

6. Type a Number and press

.
.

OK

7. Type a LES acc.code and press

OK

Deleting a number
There is only room for ten numbers in the Help desk phone book. If there is no
more room for new phone numbers, one will have to be deleted before a new
number can be added.
Select a number by pressing
number.

or

and press

to delete the

Edit a number
1. Select a number and press
number.
2. Edit the Name and press

or

OK

3. Edit the Number and press

and press

OK

4. Edit the LES acc.code and press

.
OK

5. To exit service menu and return to ready mode press

48

to edit the

Service User Menu

Exit

tree times.

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The IMN Config menu has been divided into the different types of services
available:

mini-M voice

9.6 kbps fax (only F77)

Speech

3.1 kHz audio

64 kbps UDI (Universal Data Interface)

56 kbps UDI

MPDS

128 kbps

In each menu, all IMNs associated with a specific service should be inserted.
The IMNs are given by the ISP when commissioning the terminal.
After inserting an IMN number and pressing OK the handset will show ID
and a number. The ISP may also have indicated the corresponding IDs along
with the IMN-numbers. If the ID shown by the terminal corresponds with the
ID given by the ISP press

OK

. If not, then correct the ID by pressing C

for

delete, type the correct ID and then press OK . If the ISP has not indicated
the ID for each IMN number two situations exist:

If there is not more than one IMN-number pr. service and the IMN list is
empty, the ID shown by the terminal will always be correct and thus just
press

OK

If there is more than one IMN-number pr. service and the IMN list is
empty, the rule is that the first (or upper) IMN on the returned
commissioning form will have the lowest ID and each subsequent IMNnumber will have an ID which is 1 higher than the predecessor.

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9.3.4 PIN Codes

Overview
Access to some of the terminal functionality is restricted by a PIN code. There
are two kinds of PIN codes, a Super User and a Service User PIN. Common for
both PIN types is that the length must be between 4 and 8 digits long and
contains digits between 0 and 9.
If the Super User/Service User PIN code is entered incorrectly 5 times, the PIN
becomes blocked.
A blocked Super User PIN, can be unblocked with a PUK code (Normally
known to the Super User) or by a Service User.
The default factory Service User PIN code is 12345678.
A blocked Service User PIN can be unblocked with a PUK code or by a Service
User.
The Service User PUK code is normally known only to Thrane & Thrane A/S
and/or the supplier.

Changing the Super User Pin

1. From the main menu select Service User by pressing
press

OK

or

2. Type the Service User PIN code and press

menu.

OK

to enter the Service user

3. From the Service User menu select PIN Codes by pressing

and press
4. Press

OK

OK

. Select SU PIN by pressing

or

or

and press

to type new PIN.

5. Enter new PIN and press

50

and

OK

. Retype PIN and press

Service User Menu

OK

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6. The display should show PIN was OK saved to memory.

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Changing the Service User PIN

1. From the Service User menu select Pin Codes by pressing
and press

OK

2. Select SeUPIN Chg by pressing

3. Press

OK

or

or

and press

OK

to Type New Pin.

4. Enter new PIN and press

OK

Retype Pin and press

OK

5. The Display should show Pin was OK saved to memory.

Unblocking a Super User PIN

1. From the Service User menu select PIN Codes by pressing
and press

OK

or

2. Select SUUnblock by pressing

or

Service User Menu

and press

OK

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9.3.5 Dflt. Setting

1. From the Service User menu select Dflt. Setting (Default Setting) by
pressing

or

and press

2. Select Factory Dflt. by pressing

3. press

OK

OK

or

and press

OK

to confirm that you want to return to Factory default Setting

9.3.6 Calibration
1. From the Service User menu select Calibration by pressing
and press

OK

2. Select either IQ-calib or IQ-const by pressing

OK

or

or

and press

IQ-calib
When you have selected IQ-calib, an IQ calibration is performed. This is only
used in special circumstances, as the IQ calibration is done from the factory. If
it is activated, it may take about 10 minutes. If it fails you will be told Failed
Try Again in the handset display for 20 seconds or until you press any key.
While calibrating, Calibrating Wait... is written in the handset display. When
finished the display says Done and the terminal will reset itself.

IQ-const
When you select IQ-const, you may read the IQ constants for Modulator and
Demodulator. The constants are: Iamp, Qamp, Ioff, Qoff, Phase.

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10.1 Overview

X1 X2 X3

X4

X5

X6

X7 X8

X9

X10

X11

X12

X13 S1

The BDU has the following additional hardware interfaces:

Analogue 2-wire (phone/fax) RJ11 number 1 (X1)

Analogue 2-wire (phone/fax) RJ11 number 2 (X2)

Analogue 2-wire (phone/fax) RJ11 number 3 (X3)

Handset/Cradle 1 (X4)

Handset/Cradle 2 (X5)

Antenna (X6)

ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) (X7)

USB (Universal Serial Bus) (X8)

LAN (X9)

RS-232 (X10)

NMEA 0183/2000 (X11)*

4 Discreet I/O (X12)

Power input (X13) refer to Chapter 8

() For future use - it is currently not supported.

All hardware interfaces are found at the rear of the BDU.
These interfaces can be used for the Inmarsat Fleet services.

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10.2 Analogue 2-wire Interface

R J11

The BDU has three RJ11 ports, which can be used for connection of analogue
phones or fax.
The connector outline and pin assignments are described in Figure 11-1 and
table below. Max, cable length BDU to phone/fax is 200 meter.
Pin number

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Pin function

2-Wire (tip)

2-Wire (ring)

Analogue 2-wire Interface

10.3 Cradle/Handset Interface

C ra d le /H a n d s e t

The BDU has two 4-wire Cradle/Handset ports with RS-485 data control. The
handset can be used to setup the terminal and also can be used to make or
receive phone calls. The connector outline and pin assignments are described
in the figure and table below. Maximum cable length BDU to Handset/Cradle
is 40 meters.

Pin number
1

Pin function
Audio Out Hi

Audio Out Lo

Audio In Hi

Audio In Lo

+28 V DC

GND

SDA

SDB

9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15

Shield

GND

Cradle/Handset Interface

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10.4 ISDN Interface

IS D N

This interface can be used for connection of ISDN equipment data as well as
voice/picture based equipment.
The connector outline and pin assignments are described in the figure and
table below.
Pin number

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Pin function

RxP

TxP

TxN

RxN

ISDN Interface

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USB

The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a popular technology that allows a single
universal plug to connect PCs and peripherals of all kinds to each other. The
USB replaces all of the different serial and parallel PC connections with one
standard plug and port.
The connector outline and pin assignments are described in the figure and
table below.
Pin number

Pin function

D-

D+

USB Interface

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10.6 LAN Interface

LAN

The BDU is equipped with one Ethernet LAN port. The Ethernet port is a
standard IEEE 802.3 port and requires a crossed Ethernet cable to a PC.
The LAN port enables the MPDS service.
The connector outline and pin assignments are described in the figure and
table below.
Pin number

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Pin function

TxP

TxN

RxP

Not Used

Not Used

RxN

Not Used

Not Used

LAN Interface

10.7 RS-232 Interface

R S232

The BDU has one RS-232 port. The RS-232 port is a standard 9-pin serial port
with a maximum port speed of 115.2 kbps. It can be used for the following
service types:

MPDS service

Configuration of the terminal via Fleet CP software

Connection of a IP Router

When installing the configuration program you should connect your PC to the
RS-232 interface. The connector outline and pin assignments are described in
the figure and table below.
Pin number

Name

Signal

DCD

Data Carrier Detect

RxD

Received Data

TxD

Transmitted Data

DTR

Data Terminal Ready

GND

Ground

DSR

Data Set Ready

RTS

Request To Send

CTS

Clear To Send

RI

Ring Indicator

RS-232 Interface

5
9

1
6

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N M E A 0 1 8 3 /2 0 0 0

This interface is for future use.

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10.9 Discrete I/O interface

D is c r e t e I / O

The BDU also has a discrete I/O interface containing four input/outputs, of the
open collector type. Inputs may be used for F77/GSM operation and outputs
for Tx Off, Radio Silence etc.
The connector outline and pin assignments are described in the figure and
table below.

Pin number

Connection

GND

+28 V DC/50 mA Out

Common Return

Discrete I/O D

Discrete I/O C

Discrete I/O B

Discrete I/O A

Note
This group of signals refer
to BDU/ship ground

Discrete I/O interface

This group of signals are

isolated from all other
signals.
Can be used together with
pin 1 and 2 or ship battery
(but not at the same time)

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Chapter 11

Service and Repair

11

11.1 Introduction
The Thrane & Thrane Fleet systems are designed to operate without preventive
routine maintenance.
Although the system is designed and built very service friendly, we strongly
recommend that any acting service technician has been trained specifically on
the product. Repairs or repair attempts performed by unqualified personnel
may limit the warranty.
The warranty on the system is defined and outlined by the Distributor that
supplied the system.
For further information on warranty and service, you may also use the Thrane
and Thrane home page at http://www.thrane.com.

11.2 Modules
Repairs inside the BDU is not recommended to be carried out on board,
instead the unit should be replaced if defective and repaired at a qualified
workshop on shore. With the Configuration module that contains the Inmarsat
identity, it is easy to exchange a defective BDU with a working unit.
For exchange of Fleet55 modules you need to remove the top of the radome.
For Fleet77 it is not necessary to remove the top of the radome, as all modules
can be replaced via the service hatch. The modules are easy to replace and no
reconfiguration of the system is needed after servicing.

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The electronic part of the ADU consists of a number of modules.

The following modules are available as spare parts. See Appendix A.

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HPA Module (High Power Amplifier)

PSM Module (Power Supply Module)

ACU Module (Antenna Control Unit)

SU Module (Sensor Unit)

ESS Module (End Stop Switch)

Modules

11.3 Power Supply Module (PSM)

Disconnect plug (2) and (3). Remember

to release connector latches on both
connectors, do not use the wires to pull
out the plugs.
Unscrew the four finger screws marked
(1) until the PSM can be removed.

Module refitting is the reverse of the

removal procedure.
Observe coding of connector (2).

Power supply Module

Power Supply Module (PSM)

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11.4 High Power Amplifier (HPA)

Disconnect the five plugs marked (1).
Remember to release connector latches
on the connectors, do not use the wires
to pull out the plugs.
Unscrew the eight finger screws marked
(2) until the HPA can be removed.

Module refitting is the reverse of the

removal procedure.
Observe coding of connectors.

HPA Module

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11.5 Antenna Control Unit (ACU)

Disconnect the four plugs marked (2).
Remember to release connector latches
on the connectors, do not use the wires
to pull out the plugs.
Unscrew the two finger screws marked
(1) until the ACU can be removed.

Module refitting is the reverse

of the removal procedure.
Observe coding of connectors.

ACU Module

Antenna Control Unit (ACU)

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11.6 Sensor Unit (SU)

Disconnect the plug marked
(1). Remember to release connector
latch on the connector, do not use the
wires to pull out the plug.
Unscrew the two finger crews marked
(2).

Remove the SU module.

Module refitting is the reverse of the
removal procedure.

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11.7 End Stop Switches (ESS)

Disconnect the plugs marked (1,2) the blue/black wire.
Disconnect the plugs marked (3,4) the gray/red wire, do not use the wires to
pull out the plugs.

Unscrew the 4 screws marked (5,6,7,8) and replace the switches.

End Stop Switches (ESS)

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Note

When the ESS are reassembled - check that the ESS are being
activated by switching the antenna disc from side to side.

When the antenna disc reacts the end stop a click should be heard.

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12.1 Error messages

If the ADU should fail an error message will be sent to the Error log. See User
Manual chapter 4 Operation and 2.6 The Handset.
The error message does not pinpoint the exact location of the unit, which is
causing the fault but it gives an idea of where to start troubleshooting. The
error message can be hardware or software related.
If an error message is received - start the troubleshooting by restarting the
system.
If other error messages than those shown in the table are received contact
supplier or Thrane & Thrane for Support.
Error message
FEU Status
Heat alarm

Possible reason

Action

System error

Restart the system

Temperature inside the

radome exceeds 90C.

Switch off system

and/or open service
hatch to ventilate the
radome.

HPA cooler fan failure

HPA failure

Replace HPA module

FEU Status
Burst alarm

System error

Restart the system

FEU Status
Power alarm

HPA fault

Replace HPA module

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Error message
Antenna
Link down

Handset Com Error

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Possible reason

Action

System error

Restart the system

Antenna cable
disconnected/faulty

Check cable

PSM module faulty

Replace PSM module

HPA module faulty

Replace HPA module

Slip ring faulty

Return the unit for

repair

No communication
between BDU and
Handset caused by e.g.:

As this error indicates

an error that may be
caused by many
different reasons, there
is an elaborate
troubleshooting
procedure to follow (cf.
below)

Handset/cradle
cable error

BDU error

ADU error

1.LO Lock Not Ok

If alarm is persistent the

RF-board is defect.

BDU has to be
replaced.

2.LO Lock Not Ok

If alarm is persistent the

RF-board is defect.

BDU has to be
replaced.

3.LO Lock Not Ok

If alarm is persistent the

RF-board is defect.

BDU has to be
replaced.

ACU Comm. Failure

ACU does not respond to

request from BDU.

Error messages

Error message

Possible reason

Action
Replace the BDU
Power Supply boards.

Ant Power Down

Failed

BDU is not able to power

down the antenna. Is
probably caused by a
defective transistor (FET)
on the power supply
PCB.

Ant Power Up Failed

BDU is not able to power

up the antenna. Might
be caused by a short
circuit in the connecting
devices.

Antenna (ACU)
Wrong Type Check
Conf.

A wrong antenna type is

attached to the BDU
(e.g. a F55 antenna to a
F77 BDU).

Check/change Antenna
Control Unit.

Antenna (FEU)
Wrong Type Check
Conf.

A wrong antenna type is

attached to the BDU
(e.g. a F55 antenna to a
F77 BDU).

Check/change High
Power Amplifier.

FEU Status power

alarm

Checks the HPA output

power versus the
reference power is not
above threshold. If this
happens the antenna is
reset.

If persisting replace
the HPA.

FEU Status reset

HPA has been reset for

an unknown reason.

If alarm is persistent
the HPA is defect and
has to be replaced.

Error messages

Change Config Module

to correct type.

Change Config Module

to correct type.

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Error message

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Possible reason

Action

MIDR Corrupt

MES Identification
Record (MIDR) is
damaged. Checksum
error in record that
contains FWD ID and
RTN ID.

Please contact Thrane

& Thrane Support.

Power has dropped

to below 20 V

At some point the supply

voltage has dropped to
below 20 Volts. If the
drop is only for a short
while, the alarm might
be inactive (no red LED).

If this happens often,

please check your
external power
supply/power source.

SPI CPLD Failed

If alarm is persistent the

BDU main board is
defect.

BDU has to be
replaced.

Vtune alarm <value>

If alarm is persistent the

oscillator on the BDU is
defect.

BDU has to be
replaced.

Error messages

12.2 Handset Com Error troubleshooting

procedure
Step 1: Check alarm log
Check for any active/recent alarms. E.g. low voltage may cause the error and
therefore look for any low voltage alarms.

Step 2: Below deck (BDU, Handset, Cradle) or Above deck (ADU) error?
1. Remove power
2. Disconnect antenna cable
3. Reinstall power
4. Switch on system (disregard Antenna link down error)
Does Handset Com error still appear? If yes, it is a below deck error. If no, it
is an above deck error.

Step 3 (if Below deck error): Cradle, Handset or BDU error?

1. Check/replace Handset
2. Check/replace Cradle
If these replacements do not remove the error return defective BDU for repair

Handset Com Error troubleshooting procedure

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Step 3 (if Above deck error): ACU, cable or power error?

1. Switch system off.
2. Connect the antenna cable.
3. Switch system on.
4. In antenna:

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Check the DSP LED (flash). If no, check 40 V to ADU.

Check BITE Error LED (off). If no, replace ACU.

Check the RX LED (flash). If no, check com cables.

Handset Com Error troubleshooting procedure

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Appendix A

Part numbers

A.1 TT-3086A Sailor Fleet55

Item

Part number

Sailor Fleet55 Antenna (ADU)

TT-3008F

Sailor Fleet55/77 Electronics Unit (BDU)

TT-3038C

Sailor Fleet Cradle without Distress

TT-3622E

Sailor Fleet Control Handset (4 wire)

TT-3620G

Sailor Fleet55 Configuration Module

TT-3038C-002

A.2 TT-3084A Sailor Fleet77

Item

Part number

Sailor Fleet77 Antenna (ADU)

TT-3008C

Sailor Fleet55/77 Electronics Unit (BDU)

TT-3038C_WMB

Sailor Fleet77 Cradle with Distress

TT-3622B

Sailor Fleet Control Handset (4 wire)

TT-3620G

Sailor Fleet77 Configuration Module

TT-3038C-001

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A.3 Sailor Fleet55/77 Antenna Cables

Item

Part number

50 meter cable, SA07272, N/N

TT37-116689

60 meter cable, SA12272, N/N

TT37-108740-060

0.5 meter pigtail, RG223 N/TNC

TT37-107374-A

Note

Antenna cable is not included in the basic package.

A.4 Sailor Fleet55/77 Accessories

Item

Part number

Sailor Fleet55/77 Power Connectora

TT31-202329-104

Sailor Fleet55/77 I/O Connectora

TT31-202329-107

Sailor Fleet55/77 User Manuala

TT98-116874

Sailor Fleet55/77 Installation Manuala

TT98-116875

Sailor Fleet55/77 CDROM (incl. FleetCp)a

TT83-117634

Sailor Fleet55/77 Grounding Kita

TT-673084A

Sailor Fleet55/77 Antenna cable 25m

TT37-124298-A

a. Included in the basic TT-3084A / TT-3086A package.

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A.5 Optional Sailor Fleet55 Cradle Cables

Item

Part number

10 m cradle cablea

TT37-120468-C

25 m cradle cable

TT37-120469-B

40 m cradle cable

TT37-120470-B

a. Included in the basic TT-3084A / TT-3086A package.

A.6 Optional Sailor Fleet77 Cradle Cables

Item

Part number

10 m cradle cablea

TT37-113607-C

25 m cradle cable

TT37-116543-B

40 m cradle cable

TT37-116544-B

a. Included in the basic TT-3084A / TT-3086A package.

A.7 Optional Sailor Fleet55/77 Cradles &

handsets
Item

Part number

Sailor Fleet Cradle without Distress

TT-3622E

Sailor Fleet77 Cradle with Distress

TT-3622B

Sailor Fleet Control Handset (4 wire)

TT-3620G

Optional Sailor Fleet55 Cradle Cables

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A.8 Sailor Fleet55/77 Spare Part Units

Item

Part number

Sailor Fleet55 Antenna (ADU)

S-403008F

Sailor Fleet77 Antenna (ADU)

S-403008C

Sailor Fleet55/77 Electronics Unit (BDU)

S-403038C

A.9 Sailor Fleet55/77 ADU Spare Parts

Item

Part number

Sailor Fleet55/77 ADU HPA Pack 2.gen.

S-62-122028

Sailor Fleet55/77 ADU PSM Pack

S-62-116447

Sailor Fleet55/77 ADU ACU Board

S-88-117544

Sailor Fleet55/77 ADU Sensor Unit (SU)

S-88-117545

Sailor Fleet55/77 End stop switch (ESS)

S-88-202908

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F55/77 ADU Technical

Specifications

B.1 F55 Technical Specifications

Item

Specification

Rx Freq. Band

1525.0 - 1559.0 MHz

TX Freq. Band

1626.5 - 1660.5 MHz

Channel Spacing

1.25 kHz

Antenna element

Gain (RX-band, min.): 17.2 dBi

Gain (TX-band, typical): 17.5 dBi

G/T

G/T -7 dBK

EIRP

Min. EIRP: 5 dBW

Max. EIRP: 25 dBW

Return loss

Better than -12 dB/50

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Item
Cable losses

Specification
RF attenuation: max. 10 dB
DC resistance (loop): max. 0.75
Max. Cable length between BDU and ADU:

RG214: 25 meter

SA 07272: 50 meter

SA 12272: 60 meter

ADU Input voltage

42 V

ADU Power range,

operational

10 W - 150 W

Total ADU Weight

17.6 kg +/- 0.3kg

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B.2 F77 Technical Specifications

Item

Specification

Rx Freq. Band

1525.0 - 1559.0 MHz

TX Freq. Band

1626.5 - 1660.5 MHz

Channel Spacing

1.25 kHz

Antenna element

Gain (RX-band, typical): 19.9 dBi

Gain (TX-band, typical): 20.4 dBi

G/T

G/T -4 dBK

EIRP

Min. EIRP: 5 dBW

Max. EIRP: 32 dBW

Return loss

Better than -12 dB/50

Cable losses

RF attenuation: max. 10 dB
DC resistance (loop): max. 0.54
Max. Cable length between BDU and ADU:

RG214: 25 meter

SA 07272: 50 meter

SA 12272: 60 meter

ADU Input voltage

42 V

ADU Power range,

operational

12 W - 172 W

Total ADU Weight

27 kg +/- 1 kg

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B.3 F55/F77 Environmental Specifications

Item

Specification

Degree of protection

IP66 according IEC-529

Ambient Temperature

Operational: -25 to +55C

Storage: -40 to +80C

Vibration

Frequency range: 3-100 Hz

Acceleration spectral: 3-13 Hz, +12 dB/octave
Density: 13-100 Hz, 0.011 g2/Hz
Total RMS level: 1.0 g

Icing

Up to 25 mm of ice.

Wind

Normal operation with relative average wind

velocity up to 140 knots.

Ship motions: (MAX)

Roll: +/- 30, period 8 sec., 0.5 g tan.

Pitch: +/- 10, period 6 sec., 0.5 g tan.
Yaw: +/- 8, period 50 sec.
Surge: +/- 0.2 g
Sway: +/- 0.2 g
Heave: +0.5 g
Turning rate: +/- 6 deg/s; 1 deg/s2
Headway: 30 knots

Equipment category

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B.4 F55 Outline Dimensions

Weight: 17.6 g 0.3 kg
Wind force: 570 N (140 knots)
Moment at base interface: <250 Nm

F55 Outline Dimensions

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B.5 F77 Outline Dimensions

Weight: 27 kg 1 kg
Wind force: 570 N (140 knots)
Moment at base interface: <250 Nm

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Outline Dimensions, Flange

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Minimum Recommended Distance to Transmitters.
Frequency range below 1000 MHz.

Distance to F77/F55 antenna

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Specifications

C.1 Technical specifications

Item
Channel modulation

Specification
RX:
5.6 kbps O-QPSK, SCPC (voice)
6 kbps BPSK, TDM
134.4 kbps 16QAM, SCPC (data)
TX:
5.6 kbps O-QPSK, SCPC (voice)
3 kbps BPSK, TDMA
134.4 kbps 16QAM, SCPC (data)

Antenna Connector

TNC-female

Antenna Voltage

+42.5 V DC, +/- 0.5 V DC

2-wire telephone
interface; X1, X2, X3

600 ITU-T Rec. G. 473, standard DTMF telephone,

RJ-11 modular jack.
Supported cable length: up to 200 meters

4-wire Handset; X4, X5

Analogue 4 wire interface with RS-485 data.

Nominal supply: 28 V DC, 2.5 W
Supported cable length: up to 40 meters
Connector: DB9 High Density female

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Item

Specification

Antenna connector; X6

1525 to 1559 MHz: -70 dBm to -110 dBm

1626.5 to 1660.5 MHz: 2.5 dBm

ISDN interface; X7

Conforms with CCITT I.430, ETSI ETS300012, ANSI

T1.605

USB interface; X8

USB 2.0 compliant, Full speed (12 Mbps)

LAN interface; X9

Conforms with IEEE 802.3, 10 Mbps

Data Terminal Interface

or Message Terminal; X10

Serial EIA standard RS-232 E, Hayes compatible.

Maximum Cable Length: 15 m or max. 2.5 nF cable
capacity.
Data Rate: up to 115 kbps.
Connector: DB9 female.

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Item

Specification

X12:
Output:
DC Power supply
Steady state current
Open circuit resistance
Closed circuit voltage

Conforms with RS410N (open collector)

10-52 V
50 mA Max.
100 K Min.
2 V Max.

Input TT3038C
Input voltage
Input current
High-level input voltage
Low-level input voltage

7.5 V Max.
12.5 mA Max.
3.5 V Min.
1.0 V Max.

Input TT3038C-128-WMB
Input voltage
Input current
High-level input voltage
Low-level input voltage

32 V Max.
10 mA Max.
4.5 V Min.
2.0 V Max.

Power Input; X13

Nominal 24 VDC (-10%/+30%)

Typical 10 A during call
Maximum 16 A@24 V 15 ms (start up)

Ambient temperature:

Operational: -15 to +55C

Storage: -40 to +80C

Relative Humidity

95% non-condensing at +40C

Equipment category

Protected from the weather - IEC-60945

Technical specifications

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C.2 Outline dimensions

Weight: 2.6 kg.

Dimensions are in mm.

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C.3 Measuring the Ship Source Impedance

Select a power outlet from the ship 24 V DC system, and measure the source
impedance of the ship installation as described below.
Measure the voltage without load (R.var disconnected).

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Set the current to e.g. 1 A by adjusting R.var - and measure the corresponding
voltage change.
Example:
1 A and 50 mV. Source impedance: 50 mV/1 Amp = 50 m.

Battery 24 VDC

Ship Installations

BDU Power
outlet

A
V

Measuring the Ship Source Impedance

R.var

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Appendix D

D.1 Technical specifications

Item
Interface to BDU

Specification
Connector type: DB9HD male
Connector type: M80-8881005 (female on cable),
M80-8671022 (male to PCB)
Audio RX, 2 wire balanced, 600
Audio TX, 2 wire balanced, 600
Max. 40 m Cable

Interface to Handset

Connector type: RJ45 10-pole female

Distress Audible Alarm

75-85 dBA @ 1 m

Power consumption

Max. 90 mA @ 28 V supply voltage

Compass safety distance

1.25 m

Degree of protection

IP40 according IEC-529

Ambient temperature:

Operational: -15 to +55C

Storage: -40 to +80C

Relative Humidity

95% non-condensing at +40C

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Specifications

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Item

Specification

Dimensions (H x W x D)

100 mm x 145 mm x 42 mm

Weight

0.25 kg excl. cable

Equipment category

Protected from the weather - IEC-60945

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Dimensions are in mm.

Outline Dimensions

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Appendix E

E.1 Technical Specifications

Item
Interface to BDU

Specification
Connector type: DB9HD male
Connector type: M80-8881005 (female on cable),
M80-8671022 (male to PCB)
Audio RX, 2 wire balanced, 600
Audio TX, 2 wire balanced, 600
Max. 40 m Cable

Interface to Handset

Connector type: RJ45 10-pole female

Power consumption

Max. 75 mA @ 28 V supply voltage

Compass safety distance

125 cm.

Degree of protection

IP40 according IEC-529

Ambient temperature

Operational: -15 to +55C

Storage: -40 to +80C

Relative Humidity

95% non-condensing at +40C

Dimensions (H x W x D)

139 mm x 61 mm x 28 mm

Weight

0.18 kg excl. cable

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EEE

Passive Cradle Technical

Specifications

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E.2 Outline Dimensions

Dimension are in mm.

100

Outline Dimensions

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EEE

Outline Dimensions

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Outline Dimensions

Appendix F

F.1

Technical Specifications
Item

Specification

Display

2 * 12 Alpha, plus additional symbols.

Background light.

Keypad

4 * 3 Numeric Keypad
3 * 3 Function Keypad

Volume Control

Att.range > 20 dB

Power consumption

100 mA @ 5 V supply voltage

Compass safety distance

125 cm

Degree of protection

IP40 according IEC-529

Interface

Connector type: RJ45 10-pole

Ambient temperature

Operational: -15 to +55C

Storage: -40 to +80C

Relative Humidity

95% non-condensing at +40C

Dimensions (H x W x D)

200 x 52 x 33 mm

Weight

0.24 kg

Equipment category

Protected from the weather - IEC-60945

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FFFF

Handset Technical Specifications F

Chapter F: Handset Technical Specifications

F.2 Outline Dimensions

Dimension are in mm.

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Outline Dimensions

Appendix G

G.1 Why is grounding required?

G.1.1 Reasons for grounding
Grounding of the Fleet77/55system is required for three reasons:

Safety: Lightning protection of persons and equipment

Protection: ESD (ElectroStatic Discharge) protection of equipment

Performance: Interference free communication between BDU and ADU

G.1.2 Safety
Fist of all grounding of the Fleet77/55system is required for safety reasons. In
the event of a lightning strike at the ADU a proper grounding of the system will
provide a low resistance path to divert the strike discharge to seawater.

G.1.3 Protection
Secondly the ESD protection circuits in the BDU rely on a proper grounding of
the system in order to work properly. Otherwise sensitive circuits within the
BDU might be damaged due to ESD when handling the equipment.

G.1.4 Performance
Finally a proper grounding of the system will enhance RF immunity thus
ensuring interference free modem communication between BDU and ADU.
This modem communication is essential for the performance of the
Fleet77/55system.

105

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G.2 General about marine DC system

G.2.1 Wiring systems
There are two basic wiring topologies used for marine DC system grounding:
Two-Wire Return System and One Pole Grounded Return System.

G.2.2 Two-wire Return System

This configuration implies that no part of the circuit, in particular the battery
negative, is connected to any ground potential or equipment. The system is
totally isolated and includes engine sensors, starter motors etc. This
arrangement is preferred for steel and aluminum vessels.

BATTERY

BATTERY

SWITCH
(ON/OFF)

STARTER RELAY
(ON/OFF)

B+

ALTERNATOR

STARTER
MOTOR

B-

GAUGES

ISOLATOR

SWITCHBOARD

OUTGOING CIRCUITS
ENGINE
SENSORS

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GGG

G.2.3 One Pole Grounded Return System

This configuration implies that the battery negative is bonded to a ground
potential, typically at the engine negative terminal. This is done in order to
polarize the DC electrical system.

BATTERY

BATTERY

STARTER
RELAY
(ON/OFF)

SWITCH
(ON/OFF)

SWITCHBOARD

B+

ALTERNATOR

STARTER
MOTOR

B-

GAUGES

ENGINE
SENSORS

OUTGOING CIRCUITS

HULL/KEEL/ENGINE
(VESSEL GROUND)

Note

This arrangement is not suitable for steel and aluminum vessels as

this might cause electrolytic corrosion of the hull.

General about marine DC system

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G.3 General about marine grounding

G.3.1 Ground terms
Great confusion exists about the different ground terms used when dealing
with marine electrical installations. A distinction between the various terms is
listed below for reference.

G.3.2 DC Negative
Actually not a ground but a current carrying conductor which carries the same
current that flows in the positive conductor. The DC Negative may be
electrically connected to seawater (at one point only, via the engine negative
terminal though the shaft and the propeller) or left completely floating.

G.3.3 Lightning Ground

Ground potential immersed in seawater. Provides a path to ground lightning
strike energy. Please note that this is not a functional part of any other
electrical system.

G.3.4 Corrosion System Ground

Bonding arrangement that ensures equal electrical potential for all dissimilar
underwater metal parts and provides galvanic protection by means of
sacrificial anodes.

G.3.5 AC Ground (Protective Earth)

Ground potential immersed in seawater (typically the hull for steel and
aluminum vessels). Serves as safety ground (protective earth) thus preventing
shocks or electrocution in the event of a fault situation.

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Underwater ground potential that is capacitive coupled to seawater ground.

Typically numerous pieces of bonded underwater metal parts such as keel
(isolated) water tank, engine block etc. will act as a capacitive RF ground (that
is; no DC connection to seawater). Often referred to as counterpoise for the
SSB/HF aerial system.

G.3.7 RF Ground (Electrical)

Underwater ground potential that is electrically coupled to seawater ground
by means of a separate ground plate (e.g. Dynaplate). Also referred to as
counterpoise for the SSB/HF aerial system.

General about marine grounding

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G.3.6 RF Ground (Capacitive)

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G.4 Grounding Recommendations

G.4.1 Grounding the BDU
The BDU must be grounded to the ship/hull by means of the Antenna Pigtail
Cable and the Grounding Kit (accessories, TT-403088A-930). Further, the BDU
must be grounded at its grounding stud in order to ensure a proper grounding
if the pigtail is disconnected.

Cu foil
(ground)

Antenna Cable
(to ADU)

Grounding Kit

"Pigtail" Cable

Grounding Stud

BDU

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The ADU must be grounded to the ship/hull via at least one of its mounting
bolts. Make sure to remove painting, dirt, grease etc. at the mounting holes in
order to make good electrical contact to the hull. Use serrated washers when
securing the mounting bolts and seal the joint with protective coating to avoid
corrosion.
Grounding/Mounting Stud on ADU
ADU

Mounting Base
Serrated Washer
(stainless steel)

M10 Mounting Bolt

(stainless steel)
tighten to 25 +/- 5 Nm

It is always recommended to establish the shortest grounding path as possible

e.g. on steel hulls the ADU should be grounded directly to the hull 1. However,
due to the fact that this is not possible on e.g. fiberglass hulls (nor is it
preferable on aluminum hulls) a number of alternative grounding methods
are suggested in the following paragraphs.

1.

Please note that the ADU ground connection is made at the same electrical
ground potential as the BDU.

Grounding Recommendations

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G.4.2 Grounding the ADU

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G.5 Alternative grounding for steel hulls

The following guidelines assume a two-wire, isolated grounding
arrangement; that is no part of the circuit, in particular the battery negative, is
connected to any ground potential or equipment.

G.5.1 Grounding the BDU

The BDU must be grounded to the ship by means of the Antenna Pigtail Cable
and the Grounding Kit (accessories, TT-403088A-930). Further, the BDU must
be grounded at its grounding stud in order to ensure a proper grounding if the
pigtail is disconnected.
The ground connection can be established either at the hull (recommended)
or at a dedicated RF ground if available (alternative). However, bear in mind
that the ADU ground connection is to be made at the same electrical ground
potential as the BDU (see Grounding the ADU).
The BDU provides galvanic isolation (as required) from its input power
terminals to the chassis/grounding stud. This way the isolated grounding
arrangement is maintained.

G.5.2 Grounding the ADU

BDU grounded at the hull (recommended):
In this case the ADU must be grounded to the ship via one (or more) of its
mounting bolts. Make sure to remove painting, dirt, grease etc. at the
mounting holes in order to make good electrical contact to the hull. Use
serrated washers when securing the mounting bolts and seal the joint with
protective coating to avoid corrosion.
BDU grounded at a dedicated RF ground (alternative):
In this case the ADU must be grounded by means of a separate ground cable.
The ground cable must be routed parallel and in close proximity to the
shielded coax cable hence connecting the ADU to the BDU Grounding Kit. A
tinned heavy gauge wire (min. 6 mm2) can be used for this purpose - see
page 119.

112

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Appendix G: Grounding and RF protection

The ADU must be electrically isolated at its mounting bolts by means

of shoulder bushes and washers thus ensuring the isolated RF
ground - see page 123.

Recommended

Alternative

ADU

ADU
Base Plate
(ADU isolated
from the the hull)

Base Plate
(electrically bonded to
the hull though the mast)
ADU grounded with
mounting bolts
Mast
(electrically bonded
to the steel hull)

ADU grounded with

separate cable
Mast
(electrically bonded
to the steel hull)

Alternative grounding for steel hulls

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Note

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G.6 Alternative grounding for aluminum hulls

The following guidelines assume a two-wire, isolated grounding
arrangement; that is no part of the circuit, in particular the battery negative, is
connected to any ground potential or equipment.

G.6.1 Grounding the BDU

The BDU must be grounded by means of the Antenna Pigtail Cable and the
Grounding Kit (accessories, TT-403088A-930). Further, the BDU must be
grounded at its grounding stud in order to ensure a proper grounding if the
pigtail is disconnected.
The ground connection must be established at a dedicated RF ground (either
capacitive or electrical coupled). Bear in mind that the ADU ground connection
is to be made at the same electrical ground potential as the BDU (see
Grounding the ADU).
The BDU provides galvanic isolation (as required) from its input power
terminals to the chassis/grounding stud. This way the isolated grounding
arrangement is maintained.

G.6.2 Grounding the ADU

If the mounting base of the antenna is electrically connected to the hull (or
any other ground potential than the BDU), the ADU must be isolated at its
mounting bolts by means of shoulder bushes and washers - see page 123. This
is done in order to prevent DC currents flowing in the hull thus causing
electrolytic corrosion.
However, a ground connection must be established via one of the mounting
bolts using a separate ground cable. The ground cable must be routed parallel
and in close proximity to the shielded coax cable hence connecting the ADU to
the BDU Grounding Kit. A tinned heavy gauge wire (min. 6 mm2) can be used
for this purpose - see page 115.

114

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GGG

Alternative grounding for aluminum hulls

ADU

Grounding Bolt

Heavy Gauge Wire

BDU Grounding Kit

BDU

RF Ground
(Capacitive or
seperate ground plate)

Alternative grounding for aluminum hulls

115

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G.7 Alternative grounding for fiberglass hulls

G.7.1 Grounding the BDU
The BDU must be grounded by means of the Antenna Pigtail Cable and the
Grounding Kit (accessories, TT-403088A-930). Further, the BDU must be
grounded at its grounding stud in order to ensure a proper grounding if the
pigtail is disconnected.
The ground connection must be established at a dedicated RF ground (either
capacitive or electrical coupled). Bear in mind that the ADU ground connection
is to be made at the same electrical ground potential as the BDU (see
Grounding the ADU).

G.7.2 Grounding the ADU

If the mounting base of the antenna is electrically connected to any other
ground potential than the BDU (e.g. Lightning Ground), the ADU must be
isolated at its mounting bolts by means of shoulder bushes and washers - see
page 123.
However, a ground connection must be established via one of the mounting
bolts using a separate ground cable. The ground cable must be routed parallel
and in close proximity to the shielded coax cable hence connecting the ADU to
the BDU Grounding Kit. A tinned heavy gauge wire (min. 6 mm2) can be used
for this purpose - see page 117.

116

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GGG

Alternative grounding for fiberglass hulls

ADU
Grounding Bolt

Heavy Gauge Wire

BDU Grounding Kit

- +

BDU
RF Ground Plate

Alternative grounding for fiberglass hulls

117

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G.8 Alternative grounding for timber hulls

G.8.1 Grounding the BDU
The BDU must be grounded by means of the Antenna Pigtail Cable and the
Grounding Kit (accessories, TT-403088A-930). Further, the BDU must be
grounded at its grounding stud in order to ensure a proper grounding if the
pigtail is disconnected.
The ground connection must be established at a dedicated RF ground (either
capacitive or electrical coupled). Bear in mind that the ADU ground connection
is to be made at the same electrical ground potential as the BDU (see
Grounding the ADU).

G.8.2 Grounding the ADU

If the mounting base of the antenna is electrically connected to any other
ground potential than the BDU (e.g. Lightning Ground), the ADU must be
isolated at its mounting bolts by means of shoulder bushes and washers - see
page 123.
However, a ground connection must be established via one of the mounting
bolts using a separate ground cable. The ground cable must be routed parallel
and in close proximity to the shielded coax cable hence connecting the ADU to
the BDU Grounding Kit. A tinned heavy gauge wire (min. 6 mm2) can be used
for this purpose - see page 119.

118

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GGG

Alternative grounding for timber hulls

ADU
Grounding Bolt
Heavy Gauge Wire
BDU Grounding Kit

RF Ground

BDU

Alternative grounding for timber hulls

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G.9 Separate Ground Cable

G.9.1 Ground Cable - Construction
When dealing with electrical installations in a marine environment, all wiring
must be done with double insulated, tinned, high quality and if exposed also
UV resistant cables. This shall also apply to the separate ground cable
mentioned in the previous paragraphs.
The ground cable is constructed using an appropriate cable with a cross
section area of at least 6 mm2 (AWG10) and terminated with insulated ring
crimp terminals see illustration below. The crimp terminals must be a
marine approved type e.g. the DuraSeal series from Raychem.

120

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GGG

ADU:
M10 Insulated Ring Terminal
(Raychem, DuraSeal Series )

BDU:
M4 Insulated Ring Terminal
(Raychem, DuraSeal Series )

Separate Ground Cable

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G.9.2 Ground Cable - Connection

The ground cable must be mounted parallel (and in close proximity) to the
shielded coax cable thus minimizing ground loop problems. If possible, route
the coax cable and the ground cable in metal conduits bonded to the hull or
within a mast (depending on the actual installation).
The ground cable must be connected at one of the mounting/grounding bolts
on the ADU. Use bolts and washers of stainless steel and seal the joint with
protective coating to avoid corrosion. If the ADU is to be isolated from the
mounting base, shoulder bushes and washers must be used - see page 123.

Grounding/Mounting Stud on ADU

ADU

Ground Cable
Mounting Base

Serrated Washer (stainless steel)

Plain Washer (stainless steel)
Spring Washer (stainless steel)

M10 Ring Crimp Terminal

(Raychem, DuraSeal series)

M10 Mounting Bolt

(stainless steel)
tighten to 25 +/- 5 Nm

At the other end the connection of the ground cable is straightforward and
must be made at the BDU Grounding Kit.

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In cases where the ADU is to be isolated from the mounting base, shoulder
bushes and washers (accessories) must be used as illustrated below. Please
note that the isolation has to be implemented on all four mounting bolts
(including the bolt securing the ground cable).

Grounding/Mounting Stud on ADU

ADU
M10 Isolation Washer

GGG

G.9.3 Isolation of ADU from the mounting base

Mounting Base

M10 Screw Insulator

Plain Washer (stainless steel)
Spring Washer (stainless steel)

M10 Mounting Bolt

(stainless steel)
tighten to 25 +/- 5 Nm

Separate Ground Cable

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The ground cable must be connected at one of the mounting/grounding bolts
on the ADU as illustrated below. Remember to seal the joint with protective
coating to avoid corrosion.

Grounding/Mounting Stud on ADU

ADU
M10 Isolation Washer

Ground Cable

Mounting Base

M10 Screw Insulator

Plain Washer (stainless steel)
Serrated Washer (stainless steel)
Plain Washer (stainless steel)
Spring Washer (stainless steel)

M10 Ring Crimp Terminal

(Raychem, DuraSeal series)

124

M10 Mounting Bolt

(stainless steel)
tighten to 25 +/- 5 Nm

Separate Ground Cable

Appendix G: Grounding and RF protection

Interference induced from nearby RF transmitters might cause system failures

and in extreme cases permanent damage to the Fleet77/55 equipment. If
problems with interference from HF transmitters are encountered 2, it is
advisable to mount ferrite clamps on the coax cable in order to provide
suppression of induced RF. The ferrites will have no effect on the differentialmode signals but increases the impedance in relation to common-mode RFI.

G.10.1 Recommendations
1-5 pcs. hinged clamp cores (e.g. the RFC or SFC series from Kitagawa)
mounted on the antenna cable nearby the ADU.

2.

Typically this will result in the handset error message: ACU comm. error.

RF interference

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G.10 RF interference

Appendix G: Grounding and RF protection

G.11 Electrostatic Discharge

In addition to the RFI attenuation, mounting ferrite clamps on the antenna
cable will also slow the fast rate-of-rise of an electrostatic discharge current
pulse. This might be an issue during installation (antenna cable disconnected)
where different electrical potentials have had the chance to build-up between
the BDU and ADU.

G.11.1 Recommendations:
1-5 pcs. hinged clamp cores (e.g. the RFC or SFC series from Kitagawa)
mounted on the antenna cable nearby the ADU

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Glossary
Glossary

ACU

Antenna Control Unit

ADU

Above Deck Unit

B
BDU

Below Deck Unit.

BITE

Built-In Test Equipment. A BITE error is a hardware error detected

by the automatic error detection system.

D
DTMF

Dual Tone Multi Frequency. The keypad signaling technology that

generates two distinct tones when each key is pressed. This
system allows navigation of voice menus and other advanced
calling services. All wireless phones use DTMF dialing.

E
EIRP

Effective Isotropically-Radiated Power. The amount of power that

would have to be emitted by an isotropic antenna (that evenly
distributes power in all directions) to produce the peak power
density observed in the direction of maximum antenna gain.

ESD

ElectroStatic Discharge

ESS

End Stop Switch

G
GMDSS

Global Maritime Distress and Safety System

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HHH

Glossary

GPS

Global Positioning System. A system of satellites, computers, and

receivers that is able to determine the latitude and longitude of a
receiver on Earth by calculating the time difference for signals
from different satellites to reach the receiver.

GSM

Global System for Mobile communication. A European digital

standard for mobile or cellular telephony.

H
HPA

High Power Amplifier

I
IMO

International Maritime Organization

IMSO

International Maritime Satellite Organisation

ISDN

Integrated Services Digital Network. An international

communications standard for sending voice, video, and data over
digital telephone lines or normal telephone wires. ISDN supports
data transfer rates of 64 kbps.

L
LAN

Local Area Network. A system that links together electronic office

equipment such as computers and word processors, and forms a
network within an office or building.

LED

Light Emitting Diode

LES

Land Earth Station. The LES is located at the "other" end of the
MESs satellite link. The LES connects to the local telephone
networks and manages calls to and from the MES.

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Glossary

MES

Mobile Earth Station. Inmarsat name for mobile satellite

terminals.

MIDR

MES IDentification Record

MPDS

Mobile Packet Data Service

MSI

Maritime Safety Information

HHH

N
NMEA

National Marine Electronics Association. NMEA 0183 is a

combined electrical and data specification for communication
between marine electronics and also, more generally, GPS
receivers.

P
PCB

Printed Circuit Board

PIN

Personal Identification Number

PSM

Power Supply Module

PUK

PIN Unblocking Key. An eight-digit code used to unblock a SIM

card after three incorrect PINs have been entered. The PUK code
is supplied with the SIM card.

R
RF

Radio Frequency

RFI

Radio Frequency Interference. A non-desired radio signal which

creates noise or dropouts in the wireless system or noise in a
sound system.

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Glossary

S
SCPC

Single Channel Per Carrier. A narrowband transmission mode

used to relay a single channel of audio, video and data
information over a single carrier.

SOLAS

Safety Of Life At Sea

SU PIN

Super User PIN

SU

Sensor Unit

T
TDMA

Time Division Multiple Access. A technique for multiplexing

multiple users onto a single channel on a single carrier by
splitting the carrier into time slots and allocating these on an aneeded basis.

TNID

Terrestrial Network ID

U
UDI

Universal Data Interface or Unrestricted Digital Information. A

transparent 64 kbps data channel.

USB

Universal Serial Bus. An interface standard for communication

between a computer and external peripherals over an inexpensive
cable using biserial transmission. Mostly used with keyboards,
mice, monitors and printers.

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Index
Index

Above Deck Unit

cables, 20
grounding, 19
grounding recommendations, 111
installing, 19
isolation from mounting base, 123
short description, 2
spare parts, 64
specifications, 81
alarms, 71
aluminum hulls
grounding, 114
analogue 2-wire Interface, 54
antenna
interference, 9
mast design, 14
obstructions, 7
radiation, 8
Antenna Control Unit
replacing, 67

cables
Above Deck Unit, 20
ground, 120
power, 37
Calibration menu, 52
company addresses, ii
contact information, ii
cradle
assembly, F55 Passive, 34
assembly, F77 Distress, 28
F55 Passive, 2, 33
F77 Distress, 2, 27
cradle/handset Interface, 55

B
Below Deck Unit
dimensions, 92
grounding, 24
grounding recommendations, 110
installation location, 23
installing, 23
outline, 92
short description, 1
specifications, 89

D
Dflt. Setting menu, 52
dimensions
Below Deck Unit, 92
Distress Cradle, 97
F55 antenna, 85
F77 antenna, 86
Flange, 87
handset, 104
Passive Cradle, 100
discrete I/O interface, 61
Display Handset
short description, 2
distance
ADU to GPS receiver, 12
ADU to other Inmarsat antennas, 12
ADU to radar, 10
ADU to transmitters, 88

131

III

Index

Distress Cradle, 27
assembly, 28
dimensions, 97
outline, 97
short description, 2
specifications, 95
document number
this manual, i

E
electrostatic discharge
recommendations, 126
End Stop Switches
replacing, 69
error messages, 71

F
F55 antenna
dimensions, 85
outline, 85
F55 Passive Cradle, 33
F77 antenna
dimensions, 86
outline, 86
F77 Distress Cradle, 27
factory default
restoring, 52
fiberglass hulls
grounding, 116
Flange
dimensions, 87
outline, 87

G
GMDSS requirements, 3

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GPS receiver
distance from ADU, 12
grounding, 105
Above Deck Unit, 19, 111
aluminum hulls, 114
Below Deck Unit, 24, 110
cable, 120
fiberglass hulls, 116
marine, 108
recommendations, 110
steel hulls, 112
timber hulls, 118

H
handset
dimensions, 104
outline, 104
short description, 2
specifications, 103
Handset Com Error
troubleshooting procedure, 75
handset menu
Service User, 44
hardware interfaces
overview, 53
Help Desk menu, 47
High Power Amplifier
replacing, 66

I
I/O interface, 61
IMN Config menu, 49
installation
Above Deck Unit, 19
Below Deck Unit, 23

Index

modules, replacing
Antenna Control Unit, 67
End Stop Switches, 69
High Power Amplifier, 66
Power Supply Module, 65
Sensor Unit, 68

obstructions
distance and size, 7
outline
Below Deck Unit, 92
Distress Cradle, 97
F55 antenna, 85
F77 antenna, 86
Flange, 87
handset, 104
Passive Cradle, 100

LAN interface, 58
LES Config menu, 46

M
manual
document number, i
marine grounding, 108
mast for antenna, 14
measuring Ship Source Impedance, 93
menu
Calibration, 52
Dflt. Setting, 52
Help Desk, 47
IMN Config, 49
LES Config, 46
PIN Codes, 50
Service User, 44
menu tree
Service User, 45

III

interfaces
analogue 2-wire Interface, 54
cradle/handset, 55
discrete I/O, 61
ISDN, 56
LAN, 58
NMEA 0183/2000, 60
overview, 53
RS-232, 59
USB, 57
interference, 9
ISDN interface, 56

N
NMEA 0183/2000 interface, 60

P
part numbers, 77
Passive Cradle, 33
assembly, 34
dimensions, 100
outline, 100
short description, 2
specifications, 99
PIN Codes menu, 50
PIN, Service User
changing, 51

133

Index

PIN, Super User

changing, 50
unblocking, 51
placing the Below Deck Unit, 23
power
cable, 37
connecting, 37
specification, 41
switching off, 44
switching on, 43
Power Supply Module
replacing, 65

R
radar
distance from ADU, 10
radiation level, 8
repair, 63
RF interference
recommendations, 125
RS-232 interface, 59

S
safety and warranty, iii
Sensor Unit
replacing, 68
service, 63
Service User PIN
changing, 51
setup, 43
Ship Source Impedance
measuring, 93
spare parts for Above Deck Unit, 64

134

specifications
Above Deck Unit, 81
Below Deck Unit, 89
Distress Cradle, 95
handset, 103
Passive Cradle, 99
steel hulls
grounding, 112
Super User PIN
changing, 50
unblocking, 51
support phone numbers, ii
system setup, 43
system units
Above Deck Unit, 2
Below Deck Unit, 1
Display Handset, 2
Distress Cradle, 2
Passive Cradle, 2

T
timber hulls
grounding, 118
troubleshooting, 71

U
USB interface, 57

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50 Enterprise Center Middletown, RI 02842-5279 U.S.A.
Phone: +1 401 847-3327 Fax: +1 401 849-0045
E-mail: [email protected] Internet: www.kvh.com

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Kokkedal Industripark 2B 2980 Kokkedal Denmark
Phone: +45 45 160 180 Fax: +45 45 160 181
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