The furuno fa150 is a shipborne universal ais automatic identification system transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data between own. Ais target information from the transponder is selected and sorted, formatconverted and then output to the fr8xx2 series radar. Furuno class a ais transponder marine electric systems. View and download furuno fa150 installation manual online. The furuno fa50 class b ais transponder is a send and receive device that is designed to work with your furuno navigation system. The furuno fa150 is a shipborne imo universal ais automatic identification system transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data between own ship and other ships or coastal stations. Furuno fa150 ais automatic identification system youtube.
Receive and transmit important information like ships position, course, speed and call sign. It looks like the compact and relatively inexpensive class a ais transponder that srt teased last summer is not only getting close to real, but that it will also nice surprise have nmea 2000 output in addition to regular nmea 0183 hs and rs232 pc outputs. Also included is ais viewer software from maxsea, which allows basic display of ais targets on a pc. Adding the fa50 would be as simple as connecting the unit to your furuno network and adding a good quality ais whip antenna. Problem is we need to put our fa150 in 1 watt mode while at a terminal, but were not a tanker. Some time later the imo developed a universal ais using the new sophisticated technology called. Furuno fa150 ais system, class a ais with gps dgps, and vhf. The fa150 consists of a gps antenna, a transponder unit, a display. Ais globe marine, official furuno, maxsea, olex and. Fa150 automatically switches to 1 watt when tanker is designated and vessel slows below 3 knots.
Furuno fa 150 used universal ais display, transponder set. Adam, the furuno fa150 is actually a two piece system, with the black box fa1501 ais transponder much larger than the fa1502 monitor. Fa150 connecting using the pocket mariner ais to internet adaptor. The navnet vx2 supports ais via the network with the fa30, fa50 units, or the commerical fa150 with optional network board. Adding the fa50 would be as simple as connecting the unit to your furuno network and adding a good quality ais. Connecting a furuno ais transponder pocket mariner. We are proud to announce the availability of the amec widelink b600 class b sotdma ais transponder one of the first transponders built based on the newest ais standard. For over 50 years furuno electric company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for quality and reliability throughout the world. Fa150 furuno ais sensor a compact transponder unit that contains a vhf transmitter, two tdma receivers of parallel vhf channels and an internal gps receiver among other features. The furuno fa150 ais is a maritime universal ais automatic identification system transponder designed to exchange navigation and ship data between the vessel and other ships or coastal stations. A uais rated vhf antenna is a required option use fab151d or. Furuno fa150 ais, automatic identification system video. We are confident you will discover why the furuno name has become. The furuno fa50 consists of a transponder unit with gps antenna.
For over 50 years furuno electric company has enjoyed an enviable reputation for. The furuno fa170 is a class a ais transponder which presents data for collision avoidance with its eastytouse interface. Fa170 is a universal ais transponder for exchanging of navigation and ship data between own ship and other ship or land stations. Connect the serial cable between the pc port on the rear of the fa150 transponder unit and the serial port on the adaptor. The fa30 automatic identification system ais receiver delivers realtime information about ais equipped vessels into your navnet vx2 or ais. The furuno fa150 is a shipborne universal ais automatic identification system transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data between own ship and other ships or coastal stations. To connect fa 150 to navnet vx2 and 3d via lan, software update and change of dip. Fa150 ais transponder furuno fa150 is a shipborne universal ais automatic identification system transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data between own ship and other ships or.
Prices and specifications subject to change without notice. Also included is ais viewer software from maxsea, which. Fa170 ais marine equipment for merchant marine furuno. Furuno uais transponder fa150 installation manual pdf. Uais transponder fa150 marine radio pdf manual download. Also included is ais viewer software from maxsea, which allows basic display of ais. July 2017 the latest ais transponder technology is now available. The system was originally developed as a collision avoidance tool to enable commercial vessels to see each other more clearly in all conditions and improve the helmsmans information about his surrounding environment.
The fa150 is a shipborne universal ais automatic identification system transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data. Furuno electric company thanks you for purchasing the fa150 uais transponder. Furunos fa50 classb ais transponder receives navigation data from ais equipped vessels nearby that can be utilized to aid in safe navigation. Furuno class a ais transponder marine radio ais systems.
Alternatively, furuno proposes the cabling displayed on the two following figures. The furuno ais automatic identification system transponder range delivers realtime information to aid safe navigation and can be used to support collision avoidance, even in extreme weather conditions. The latest ais transponder technology is now available. Jan 17, 2011 transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data between own ship and other ships or coastal stations. Ais data can be output to ecdis, radar, or other navigational equipment for collision avoidance support. Furuno furuno fa150 is a shipborne universal ais automatic identification system transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data. The ais vhf antenna should be placed in an elevated position that is as free as possible with a minimum of 0. Furuno fa30 automatic identification system ais receiver provides realtime information about aisequipped vessels to your navnet vx2, aisready chart plotter, navigation software or radar. Your vessel will automatically transmit and receive navigation.
Dec 27, 2009 the furuno fa150 ais is a shipborne universal ais automatic identification system transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data between own ship and other ships or coastal stations. A vhf antenna is required and should be supplied separately. Fa150 ais transponder class a wdisplaythe furuno fa150 is a shipborne universal ais automatic identification system transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data between own ship and other ships or coastal stations. The fa150 complies with relevant international regulations and standards e. Furuno usa community view topic fa150 low power options. The csa300 is a compact, state of the art class a transponder.
Furuno electric company thanks you for purchasing the uais display software faispc mark2 for uais transponder fa150. The fa 150 consists of vhf and gps antennas, a transponder unit, a monitor unit, and. Furuno automatic identification systems ais and covid19. On the backside of the fa150 unit there is an db9 9pin connector marked pc. System overview system overview the automatic identification system ais was originally developed to aid the vessel traffic services vts by use of a vhf transponder working on digital selective call dsc at vhf ch70, and is still in use along the uk coastal areas and others. Furuno fa100 and fa150 ais transponders s transponder fa100, connection to pc. Improve your navigation safety with furuno fa150 ais transponder. The antenna should not be installed close to any large vertical obstruction. Also, the fa50 transmits own ships information to the. Furuno radars, gps, fishfinders, navnet marine electronics. View and download furuno fa150 operators manual online. The vx2 can also accept nmea 0183 ais infomation from furuno and other companies suitable ais units. Furuno fa150 ais transponder mackay communications, inc.
The furuno fa50 ais is a class b transponder unit with gps antenna capable of exchanging navigation and ship data between other ships with ais and coastal stations to avoid collision. All vessels transporting petroeum are supposed to have ais. View and download furuno uais transponder fa150 installation manual online. Your vessel will automatically transmit and receive navigation information to and from other vessels so that you will always know what is ahead. The fa50 consists of a transponder unit with gps antenna. A classa universal automatic identification system uais transponder, the fa150 is designed to improve navigation safety by observing other ais equipped ships. Furuno s fa170 is a class a ais transponder with a 4. The gva100db1 is a gpsvhf combination antenna with db1 junction box. For your setup of the fa150, i would recommend you have updated your navnet to the newest software and that the fa150 transponder has 1. Furuno fa150 ais set comprises of monitor display unit fa1502 with transponder box furuno fa1501 and gps antenna furuno gpa017s is for sale. Comar csa300 ais klasse a transponder advitek marine systems. Furuno fa150 ais transponder class a wdisplay fa150.
Furunos fa50 classb ais transponder receives navigation data from aisequipped vessels nearby that can be utilized to aid in safe navigation. The objective for the ais vhf antenna is to see the hori. The automatic identification system ais was originally developed to aid the vessel traffic services vts by use of a vhf transponder working on digital selective call dsc at vhf ch70, and is still in use along the uk coastal areas and others. Furuno fa150 is a shipborne universal ais automatic identification system transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data between own ship and other ships or coastal stations. The fa150 is a shipborne universal ais automatic identification system transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data between own ship and other ships or coastal stations. Also included is ais viewer software from maxsea, which allows basic. A uais rated vhf antenna is a required option use fab151d or purchase locally. There are also many software settings in the garmin to setup the unit for proper high speed 0183 ais. Simply follow the directions that come with the products and connect the nmea output wires from the ais. Lcd display monitor, a transponder unit and a gps antenna. Browse the furuno product catalog for current and previous products. Ais globe marine, official furuno, maxsea, olex and wassp.
The furuno fa50 class b ais transponder is a great add on for any vessel traveling long distances or working in crowded shipping lanes. Furuno fa 50 ais transponder hd video visit us for new models. Any modification of the equipment including software by persons not. This must be a null modem cable and is continue reading connecting a furuno ais transponder. The comnav data sheet is available here thanks, dave. This product does not include the required vhf antenna. Ais automatic identification system is the mariners most significant development in navigation safety since the introduction of radar. The fa150 consists of a transponder unit and a compact display unit with 4.
It displays symbols for ais equipped vessels, ais sarts, coastal stations and other aids to navigation within vhf range. Furuno fa170 automatic identification system class a ais transponder clear 4. The transponder works on a vhf transmitter, two tdma receivers on two parallel vhf channels, a dsc channel 70 receiver, interface, communication processor, and internal gps receiver. If you have a comar ais 3r, an amec ais device, a comar csb 200 class b ais transponder or any of the vesper marine products, you can ignore most of this page. Furuno fa150 ais transponder furuno fa150 is a shipborne universal ais automatic identification system transponder capable of exchanging navigation and ship data between own ship and other. The fa1501 processor of the furuno fa150 ais can provide the required ais. Furuno fa50 price ais, with transponder, class b, for furuno. Furuno ais automatic identification systems for safe. Class a ais transponder furuno s fa170 is a class a ais transponder with a 4. System overview system overview the automatic identification system ais was originally developed to aid the vessel traffic services vts by use of a vhf transponder working on digital.