Garmin AIS 600 Instructions - Page 2

Programming the AIS 600 Before the AIS 600 can be used on a boat, it must be programmed with a unique MMSI number and with additional vessel-specific static data. The MMSI number must be programmed by an authorized marine-electronics dealer or installer. Use the AIS 600 Setup Software on the included CD-ROM to program the AIS 600. Notice In the USA, it is prohibited under FCC regulations to enter incorrect or improper data, and it is prohibited for any person other than the manufacturer or the installing dealer to input MMSI data. It is a violation of the rules of the Federal Communications Commission to input an MMSI that has not been properly assigned to the user, or to otherwise input any inaccurate data in this device. Preparing the AIS 600 and the PC for Programming PC Requirements Microsoft® Windows® 2000 or newer; minimum 32 MB of RAM; minimum 10 MB of free hard-drive space. Installing the AIS 600 Setup Software: 1. Insert the CD-ROM provided with the AIS 600 into your computer. The Installation Wizard for the AIS 600 Setup Software runs automatically. NOTE: To run the AIS 600 programming Setup Software installer manually, run the Setup.exe file on the CD-ROM. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the AIS 600 Setup Software on your computer. Connecting the AIS 600 to a PC for programming: 1. Connect the AIS 600 transceiver box to a 12 or 24 Vdc power source using the power/data cable (see page 5). NOTE: To ensure that the AIS 600 device powers on for programming, connect the red wire from the power/data cable to the positive (+) terminal of the 12 or 24 Vdc power source, and connect both the black wire and the yellow wire from the power/ data cable to the negative (-) terminal of the 12 or 24 Vdc power source. 2. Use the included mini USB cable to connect the USB port on the AIS 600 transceiver box to a USB port on your computer. The Windows Found New Hardware Wizard runs automatically. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the Found New Hardware Wizard. NOTE: If the Found New Hardware Wizard does not successfully install the driver, open the Driver folder on the CD-ROM and run CDM20600.exe to install the AIS 600 driver on your computer. Assigning Data to the AIS 600 The AIS 600 must be programmed with a valid vessel MMSI number before use. Until a valid MMSI number is programmed, the AIS 600 will operate in silent mode only. When in silent mode, the AIS 600 will not transmit position data, although it can still receive AIS signals. Optionally, the AIS 600 transmits the following static vessel data when assigned: • Vessel name • Vessel call sign • Vessel type • Vessel dimensions (including the location of the GPS antenna on the boat) To begin communication with the AIS 600: 1. Ensure that the AIS 600 transceiver box is connected to a 12 or 24 Vdc power source using the power/data cable, and that the AIS 600 is connected to the PC using the included mini USB cable. 2. Launch the AIS 600 Setup Software. An icon was placed on the desktop when you installed the software. 3. Click Connect in the Connection and Status window. To assign an MMSI number to the AIS 600: Note: After you save the assigned MMSI number to the AIS 600, the MMSI number cannot be changed. 1. On the Static Data tab of the AIS 600 Setup Software, enter a nine-digit MMSI number in the MMSI field. 2. Click Save data to AIS600. To program static vessel data on the AIS 600: Note: Vessel static data, unlike an MMSI number, can be reprogrammed if necessary. 1. On the Static Data tab of the AIS 600 Setup Software, enter the vessel name, the vessel call sign, the type of vessel, and the location of the GPS antenna on the vessel. 2. Click Save data to AIS600. To complete the programming process: 1. From the File menu of the AIS 600 Setup Software, select Exit. 2. Disconnect the AIS 600 transceiver box from the computer.  AIS 600 Instructions