User’s Manual

I

Copyright

The entire contents of this instruction manual, including any future contents updates,

revisions, and specification modifications, shall remain the property of Alltek Marine

Electronics Corp. (hereinafter called AMEC) at all times. Unauthorized copies or

reproduces of this manual, either in part or as a whole, is prohibited. The contents herein

can only be used for the purpose subjects to this manual.

Disclaimer

The contents of this manual are well prepared by AMEC. As we are constantly improving

our products, AMEC shall incur no liability based on the contents, updates or modification

of the contents, or the lack of contents in this manual.

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www.alltekmarine.com

(Your Local Dealer/Agent Warranty Stamp)

II

The equipment said in this manual must only be used to which it was designed. Improper

operation or installation may cause damages to the equipment or personal injury. AMEC will not

incur any liability of equipment damage or personal injury due to improper use or installation of

the equipment. It is strongly recommended to read this manual and the following safety

instructions before proceeding to installation or operation.

WARNING

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not disassemble equipment. Only qualified personnel could work inside the equipment.

WARNING WARNING

TURN OFF THE POWER IMMEDIATELY IF WATER LEAKS INTO THE EQUIPMENT OR OBJECT DROPS INTO THE EQUIPMENT. Continue operating the equipment could cause electrical shock or fire. Contact your nearest distributor for service.

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR MODIFY THE EQUIPMENT. Improper disassemble or modification could cause electrical shocks, fire, or personal injury.

DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID-FILLED CONTAINER ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT. Improper disassemble or modification could cause electrical shocks, fire, or personal injury.

TURN OFF THE POWER IMMEDIATELY IF THE EQUIPMENT IS EMMITTING SMOKE OR FIRE. Continue operating the equipment could cause electrical shock or fire. Contact your nearest distributor for service.

EVEN THOUGH THE EQUIPMENT IS WATERPROOF, PLEASE AVOID DIRECT CONTACT WITH RAIN OR SPLASHING WATER. Electrical shock or fire could be resulted if water leaks into the equipment.

AVOID OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT WITH WET HANDS. Electrical shocks could be resulted if operating with wet hands.

PLEASE USE THE PROPER FUSE. Damage to the equipment or fire could be resulted if using the wrong fuse.

III

FOREWORD

ALLTEK MARINE ELECTRONICS (hereinafter called “AMEC”) thank you for choosing our

CYPHO-101 Series Automatic Identification System Receiver. No matter where you sail, you can

enjoy your voyage journey more having a better control on your surrounding sea with

CYPHO-101 AIS receiver on board.

The equipment you have purchased is designed with precision performance and quality. Each of

AMEC’s equipment has been strictly tested to meet the rigorous demands of the marine

environment. Unless improper use or false installation or maintenance, the equipment should

function at its best.

Thank you again for choosing AMEC product and wish you bon voyage!

Table of Contents

I. COPYRIGHT & DISCLAIMER

II. WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTION

III. FOREWORD

Page

1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 1

1.1 CYPHO-101 Overview ....................................................................................................... 1

1.2 Type of AIS ........................................................................................................................ 2

1.3 AIS Message Type ............................................................................................................ 2

1.4 About This Manual............................................................................................................ 3

1.5 Important Notice ............................................................................................................... 4

2 INSTALLATION ............................................................................................... 5

2.1 General .............................................................................................................................. 5

2.1.1 Safety Instructions ................................................................................................... 5

2.1.2 Unpacking and Handling the Unit ........................................................................... 6

2.1.3 Items in the Package ................................................................................................ 6

2.2 Installation Procedure ...................................................................................................... 8

2.2.1 Installation Precautions ........................................................................................... 8

2.2.2 Step by Step Installation Instructions .................................................................... 9

2.2.3 Connector Pin Definition and Wiring .................................................................... 14

2.2.4 VHF Antenna Installation ....................................................................................... 23

2.2.5 GPS Antenna Installation (CYPHO-101G only) .................................................... 23

2.2.6 Antenna Cabling ..................................................................................................... 24

2.2.7 CYPHO-101 Series External Connections ............................................................ 24

2.3 USB Driver Installation ................................................................................................... 25

2.4 AMEC CYPHO Configuration Software Installation ..................................................... 27

3 GET STARTED ................................................................................................................. 30

3.1 Turning Power ON / OFF ................................................................................................ 30

3.2 Front Panel LED Indicators ........................................................................................... 31

4 AMEC AIS VIEWER DESCRIPTION ............................................................. 32

5 APPENDIX .................................................................................................... 33

5.1 Product Specifications ................................................................................................... 33

5.2 Dimensions ..................................................................................................................... 35

5.3 Accessories (Optional)................................................................................................... 37

5.4 Trouble Shooting ............................................................................................................ 37

5.4.1 Diagnosis by LED Indicators................................................................................. 37

5.4.2 Problem Analysis ................................................................................................... 38

6 AMEC WORLDWIDE WARRANTY ............................................................... 39

7 FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ............................................................ 41

8 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .............................................................. 42

9 ACRONYMS .................................................................................................. 42

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1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 CYPHO-101 Overview

The AMEC CYPHO-101 is an AIS receiver. It receives AIS navigation data from AIS-equipped

vessels nearby and the data is utilized to improve navigation safety. CYPHO-101 is designed to

inter-operate with AIS Class A or Class B transponders, or any other AIS station operating on the

AIS VHF data link.

CYPHO-101 is built with two parallel AIS receivers in one box. The default frequencies are

standard marine VHF AIS channels, i.e. 161.975 and 162.025 MHz. Having CYPHO-101 AIS

receiver on board, not only can you monitor the status of the vessels in the surrounding area, but

also receive the dynamic information (position, speed, SOG, etc.), static information (ship name,

MMSI, call sign, etc.), and voyage related information (cargo type, destination, etc.) from any

vessels nearby that are equipped with AIS transponders.

There are three CYPHO-101 models available from AMEC: CYPHO-101, CYPHO-101E, and

CYPHO-101G*. The difference between these three models is shown in the table below.

Table 1-1 Models of CYPHO-101 Series

Model

VHF

Antenna

Interface

GPS

Antenna

Interface

NMEA

Interface

RS-232

Interface

Power /

USB

Interface

Power

Interface

CYPHO-101 V V V V

CYPHO-101E V V* V

CYPHO-101G V V V* V V

*NOTE: The wiring of NMEA interface for CYPHO-101E & CYPHO-101G is slightly different to

the NMEA interface for CYPHO-101. See Section 2.2.3 for details.

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Either RS-232 or USB interface can be used to link with external PC. However, both interfaces

cannot be used simultaneously. The RS-232 interface shall be used if baud rate setting is

needed. In current CYPHO-101 design, the USB interface can only send signals and messages

from CYPHO-101 to external PC, but not in the reverse direction.

CYPHO-101 series are IPX5 water resistant providing protection against ocean environment. It

complies with international IEC 60945 standard and has gained CE/FCC conformity. You have

made a smart choice to ensure a happy and safety journey.

1.2 Type of AIS

There are different types of AIS device as described below. The CYPHO-101 is an AIS receiver.

Table 1-2 Type of AIS

Class A AIS

Transponder

‧ Transmits and receives AIS signal.

‧ Intended for vessels meeting the requirements of IMO AIS carriage

requirement.

‧ It is mandatory for all commercial vessels that exceed 300 tons to be

equipped with Class A AIS.

Class B AIS

Transponder

‧ Transmits and receives AIS signal.

‧ Not necessarily in full accord with IMO AIS carriage requirements.

‧ It is not mandatory for vessels to be equipped with Class B AIS.

‧ Suitable for recreational vessel, in enhancing its safety at sea.

AIS

Receiver

‧ Only receives AIS signal.

‧ Does not have transmitter to send out AIS signal.

‧ Suitable for recreational vessel that does not want to send out its vessel

information.

1.3 AIS Message Type

The CYPHO-101 can receive AIS messages from both class A and class B AIS transponders.

The message types are listed as below table. The messages in gray color are transmitted only

from class A AIS device.

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Table 1-3 AIS Message Type

Type of Message Data Details

Static Data

Maritime Mobile Service Identity (hereinafter called “MMSI”) number

IMO number

Call sign and name

Type of ship

Length and beam

GPS Antenna location

Voyage Related

Data

Draught of the ship

Cargo information

Destination

Estimate Time of Arrival (hereinafter called “ETA”)

Dynamic Data

Position of the vessel

Coordinated Universal Time (hereinafter called “Time in UTC”.)

Course Over Ground (hereinafter called “COG”)

Speed Over Ground (hereinafter called “SOG”)

Heading

Rate of turn

Navigational status

Dynamic Reports Speed of the ship

Status of the ship

SRM Alarm

Safety

1.4 About This Manual

The manual contains installation instructions and operating information for CYPHO-101 Series.

While most of the installation can be performed by the owner or the crew, a final commissioning

can be done by your local agent/dealer when needed or required. AMEC and the local

agent/dealer will not bear any responsibilities over any damages resulted in improper installation

by unauthorized agent/dealer.

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1.5 Important Notice

The intended use of the AMEC CYPHO-101 Series Automatic Identification System Receiver is

to enhance the safety of vessels at sea. However, a few points must be addressed:

Under certain regulations, some specified vessels are compulsory to be installed with AIS.

However, this does NOT mean that all vessels will be equipped with ones. Any AIS will NOT

guarantee to monitor and to receive signals from every ship in the surroundings.

AIS acts as aids to navigation in the purpose of decreasing or preventing the possibility of

vessel collision. It is not navigational equipment and does not replace any navigational

system installed on board.

Although an AIS Receiver is operated automatically by itself, the owner or the crew on the

vessel is suggested to maintain a proper look-out for the surroundings. While the AIS is

capable of setting alarm of Distance to Closest Point of Approach (hereinafter called “CPA”)

and Time to the Closest Point of Approach (hereinafter called “TCPA”), vessel owner or the

crew should be aware of the fact that such action will not apply on the vessels that are not

equipped with AIS.

Please keep the device at least 3.3 ft (1 m) away from the ship’s navigation compass.

This product is a marine AIS receiver intended for worldwide use abroad NON SOLAS

vessels.

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WARNING

Warning 注意

2 INSTALLATION

2.1 General

2.1.1 Safety Instructions

Before proceeding with installation, please take note of the following safety instructions and read

through this installation manual carefully.

SAFETY INSTRUCTION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not open the case of

the equipment. Only qualified personnel should work inside the equipment.

WARNING

TURN OFF THE POWER BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH INSTALLATION. Proceeding with installation with the power on could cause electrical shock or fire.

AVOID INSTALLING THE EQUIPMENT WHERE THERE IS DIRECT CONTACT WITH RAIN FALLING OR WATHER SPLASH. Electrical shock or fire could be resulted if water leaks into the equipment.

PLEASE FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL TO PROCEED WITH THE INSTALLATION. AMEC and your local agent/dealer will not bare any responsibility of equipment damage or personnel injury due to improper installation.

Warning Label A warning label (Figure 2-1-1) is attached underneath the equipment. Warranty of the equipment will be invalid if this label is detached or broken. AMEC and your local agent/dealer will not bare any responsibility of any damage to the equipment, or damage in related to the equipment, personnel injury, and etc. Reject the equipment if this label is detached or broken. Please contact your local agent/dealer if this label is missing.

MAKE SURE THE POWER SOURCE AND THE POWER INPUT OF THE EQUIPMENT ARE COMPATIBLE. Damage to the equipment and fire could be resulted if the power sources are not correct. Please check the correct power input on the adaptor.

Figure 2-1-1 Warning label

Name: Warning Label No Warranty if this label is detached or broken. 保固撕毁无效

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2.1.2 Unpacking and Handling the Unit

2.1.3 Items in the Package

You may find the accessories listed below in the standard package. Contact with your supplier if

there is any shortage.

2.1.3.1 CYPHO-101

Figure 2-1-3-1 CYPHO-101 Package Items

2.1.3.2 CYPHO-101E

Figure 2-1-3-2 CYPHO-101E Package Items

Move and

handle with

caution. Do not

drop or bump.

1.

Visually inspect the

box to ensure it’s

intact.

2.

Unpack the

product on a flat

and level surface.

3.

Unpack the box

with the “this side

up” sign facing up.

Take extra

caution if sharp

objects are

required to

unpacking.

5. 6.

After unpacking,

ensure all

accessories are

included

4.

1. CYPHO-101 x1

2. Power & USB Cable x1

3. NMEA 0183 Cable x1

4. RS-232 Cable x1

5. Screw (1/4” x 1 1/4” ) x4

1.

3.

2.

5.

4.

1. CYPHO-101E x1

2. Power Cable x1

3. NMEA 0183 Cable x1

4. Screw (1/4” x 1 1/4” ) x 4

1.

3.

2.

4.

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2.1.3.3 CYPHO-101G

2.1.3.4 Standard Supply

Table 2-1-3-4 CYPHO-101 Series Standard Supply

No. Description Qty CYPHO-101 CYHO-101E CYPHO-101G

1 CYPHO-101G AIS Receiver main unit 1 V V V

2 Manual 1 V V V

3

Installation

Kit

Power & USB Cable, 1.5m 1 V

V

(Power Cable

only)

V

NMEA 0183 Interface-Cable,

1.5m 1 V V V

RS-232 Interface Cable,

1.2m 1 V V

1/4” x 1 1/4” Screws 4 V V V

Software CD: AMEC AIS Configuration,

AMEC AIS Viewer, and USB Driver 1 V V V

Figure 2-1-3-3 CYPHO-101G Package Items

1. CYPHO-101G x1

2. Power & USB Cable x1

3. NMEA 0183 Cable x1

4. RS-232 Cable x1

5. Screw (1/4” x 1 1/4” ) x 4

1. 3.

2.

5.

4.

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2.2 Installation Procedure

2.2.1 Installation Precautions

Do not place or install the equipment near any generator or engine.

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Do not place or install the equipment beneath or near any water or liquid filled container.

3

Do not place or install the equipment where damage can occur due to tripping, stepping on or kicked.

4

Install in a safe environment avoiding contact with water.

1 If using a ladder is required for installation, be cautious and avoid falls.

2

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2.2.2 Step by Step Installation Instructions

AMEC CYPHO-101 Series can be installed and mounted on flat surface or may be attached on a

wall as shown below:

Wall Mounting

Figure 2-2-2-1 Installation Overview

Table Stand Mounting

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Figure 2-2-2-2 Installation Instruction

Step 1:

Place the Receiver on the desired spot for installing. (Refer to figure 2-2-2-2)

Step 2:

Use the 4 screws (1/4” x 1 1/4”) in the accessories box to screw into the holes. (Refer to figure 2-2-2-2)

I. Installation Instructions

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CYPHO-101/101G Cabling Instructions

*NOTE: The picture above is the cabling example of CYPHO-101G whereas CYPHO-101 has no

GPS antenna connector included.

**NOTE: GPS together with AIS data can be outputted to your computer either through RS-232

or USB.

Step 3:

II-a. Cabling Instructions

Step 1:

Connect the GPS cable to the GPS ANT *. 4

Step 2:

Connect the VHF cable

to the VHF ANT . 5

Connect NMEA 0183 compatible system to the NMEA interface . 3

Figure 2-2-2-3 CYPHO-101/101G Cabling Instruction

GPS ANT

Connector:

Female TNC type

1

4

3

5

2

VHF ANT

Connector: Female

M type Power / USB

RS-232

NMEA 0183

Step 4:

Connect RS-232 cable to your computer**

Step 5:

Connect the Power cable to the PWR / USB interface . 1

6

Power Switch

Step 6:

Switch the power to

“ON” and AMEC

CYPHO-101/101G starts

to work.

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2

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CYPHO-101E Cabling Instructions

Step 3:

II-b. Cabling Instructions

Step 1:

Step 2:

Connect the VHF cable

to the VHF ANT .

Connect NMEA 0183 compatible system to the NMEA interface .

Figure 2-2-2-4 CYPHO-101E Cabling Instruction

VHF ANT

Connector: Female

M type Power NMEA 0183

Step 4:

Connect the Power cable

to the Power interface . 1

Power Switch

Switch the power to

“ON” and AMEC

CYPHO-101E starts to

work.

1

4

2 3

4

2

3

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IV. REMARKS

Example for CYPHO-101G Start-Up Setting:

Step 1:

Connect the power cable

with the power input and

turn on the CYPHO-101G

by switching to “ON”.

Set up the GPS and VHF Antenna in an appropriate spot.

(Refer to section 2.2.4 & 2.2.5)

1

The power voltage of CYPHO-101 Series are 12 / 24V

DC.

2

Step 2:

Ensure the status indication

light is working properly.

Please refer to Section 3.2

2

WRONG VOLTAGE WILL

DAMAGE THE SYSTEM

AND IS DANGEROUS FOR

SAFETY!

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1

Figure 2-2-2-5 CYPHO-101G Start-up Setting

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III. Start-Up Setting

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2.2.3 Connector Pin Definition and Wiring

2.2.3.1 CYPHO-101

(1) PWR / USB Connector

An USB connector is attached on the power cable. Please refer to the following table 2-2-3-1-1

and figures for the wiring details. Please install the USB driver if you would like to connect

computer through USB connection (Please refer to Section 2.3). The CYPHO-101 may be

powered from external PC via USB interface if necessary, but the overall receiving

performance is not guaranteed. It’s highly recommended that the CYPHO-101 be powered by

the normal PWR cable instead of USB interface.

Figure 2-2-3-1-1 CYPHO-101 PWB/UAB Connector Pin-Out at Rear Panel Side

Figure 2-2-3-1-2 CYPHO-101 PWB/USB Cable

Table 2-2-3-1-1 CYPHO-101 PWR/USB Wiring Details

Pin Wire Color Name Function

1 -- USB PWR USB power input, the input should be 5V DC

2 -- D- USB Data Negative (－)

3 -- D+ USB Data Positive (＋)

4 -- GND USB Power Ground

5 -- FG USB Frame Ground

6 White -- --

7 Black GND Power Ground

8 Red PWR Positive pole, the input should be 12 / 24V DC

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(2) NMEA 0183 Connector

The NMEA 0183 interface is RS-422 type; the cable contains 5 different wires. Please refer to the

following table for the wiring details.

Figure 2-2-3-1-3 CYPHO-101 NMEA 0183 Connector Pin-Out at Rear Panel Side

Figure 2-2-3-1-4 CYPHO-101 NMEA 0183 Cable

Table 2-2-3-1-2 NMEA 0183 Pin Definition for CYPHO-101

Pin Wire color Name Function

1 Blue TXP Positive (＋); Transmit AIS information

2 Red TXN Negative (－); Transmit AIS information

3 White RXP External GPS signal (＋) can be inputted by the line signals.

4 Yellow RXN External GPS signal (－) can be inputted by the line signals.

5 Black -- --

NMEA 0183 Wiring:

Please refer to the wiring method of external NMEA device to be connected before making

connection.

The NMEA 0183 output baud rate is 38,400; input baud rate is 4,800 (for external GPS).

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(3) RS-232 Connector for CYPHO-101

The RS-232 connector pin definition is shown as follows. The cable is female-to-female

cross-over type containing 9 wires.

Figure 2-2-3-1-6 CYPHO-101 RS-232 Connector Pin-Out at Rear Panel Side

Table 2-2-3-1-3 RS-232 Connector Pin Definition

NO. Name Function

1 -- --

2 RX Receive Data

3 TX Transmit Data

4 -- --

5 GND Ground

6 -- --

7 -- --

8 -- --

9 -- --

NOTE: Pin 2 & 3 are cross-over in this RS-232 cabling.

Figure 2-2-3-1-5 CYPHO-101 NMEA 0183 Connections

CYPHO-101 NMEA External NMEA device

TXP

TXN

RXP

RXN

RXP

RXN

TXP

TXN

External GPS

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2.2.3.2 CYPHO-101E

(1) Power Connector

The pin definition of CYPHO-101E Power connector is shown as follows.

Figure 2-2-3-2-1 CYPHO-101E PWR Connector Pin-Out at Rear Panel Side

Figure 2-2-3-2-2 CYPHO-101 PWR Cable

Table 2-2-3-2-1 CYPHO-101E Power Connector Pin Definition

Pin Wire Color name function

1 White -- --

2 Black GND Power Ground

3 Red PWR Positive pole, the input should be 12 / 24V DC

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(2) NMEA 0183 Connector

The NMEA 0183 interface is RS-422 type; the cable contains 5 different wires. Please refer to the

following table for the wiring details.

Figure 2-2-3-2-3 CYPHO-101E NMEA 0183 Connector Pin-Out at Rear Panel Side

Figure 2-2-3-2-4 CYPHO-101E NMEA 0183 Cable

Table 2-2-3-2-2 CYPHO-101E NMEA 0183 Pin Definition

Pin Wire color Name Function

1 Blue TXP Positive (＋); Transmit AIS information

2 Red TXN Negative (－); Transmit AIS information

3 White -- --

4 Yellow -- --

5 Black GND Ground

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NMEA 0183 Wiring:

Please refer to the wiring method of external NMEA device to be connected before making

connection.

The NMEA 0183 output baud rate is 38,400; no input wiring.

(i) Please refer to the following wiring method if the external NMEA device uses NMEA 0183

interface (e.g. RS-422).

(ii) Please refer to the following wiring method if the external device is non-fully NMEA 0183

complied (e.g. RS-232).

Please confirm RXN and FG has being connected if the external desired NMEA devices

required to be connected, and then please make the connection with CYPHO-101E ground.

Figure 2-2-3-2-6 CYPHO-101E Connecting to Non-fully NMEA 0183 Device

TXP

TXN

RXP

RXN

Figure 2-2-3-2-5 CYPHO-101E NMEA 0183 Connections

CYPHO-101E NMEA 0183

CYPHO-101E NMEA External NMEA device

TXP

TXN

GND

RXP

RXN

GND

External NMEA device

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2.2.3.3 CYPHO-101G

(1) PWR / USB Connector

An USB connector is attached on the power cable. Please refer to the following table 2-2-3-3-1

and figures for the wiring details. Please install the USB driver if you would like to connect

computer through USB connection (Please refer to Section 2.3). The CYPHO-101G may be

powered from external PC via USB interface if necessary, but the overall receiving

performance is not guaranteed. It’s highly recommended that the CYPHO-101G be powered

by the normal PWR cable instead of USB interface.

Figure 2-2-3-3-1 CYPHO-101G PWR/USB Connector Pin-Out at Rear Panel Side

Figure 2-2-3-3-2 CYPHO-101G PWR/USB Cable

Table 2-2-3-3-1 CYPHO-101G PWR/USB Wiring Details

Pin Wire Color Name Function

1 -- USB PWR USB power input, the input should be 5V DC

2 -- D- USB Data Negative (－)

3 -- D+ USB Data Positive (＋)

4 -- GND USB Power Ground

5 -- FG USB Frame Ground

6 White -- --

7 Black GND Power Ground

8 Red PWR Positive pole, the input should be 12 / 24V DC

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(2) NMEA 0183 Connector

The NMEA 0183 interface is RS-422 type; the cable contains 5 different wires. Please refer to the

following table for the wiring details.

Figure 2-2-3-3-3 CYPHO-101G NMEA 0183 Connector Pin-Out at Rear Panel Side

Figure 2-2-3-3-4 CYPHO-101G NMEA 0183 Cable

Table 2-2-3-3-2 NMEA 0183 Pin Definition for CYPHO-101G

Pin Wire color Name Function

1 Blue TXP

Positive (＋); Transmit AIS and GPS Data

(The GPS data can be transmitted only if the external GPS

signal is presented)

2 Red TXN

Negative (－); Transmit AIS and GPS information

(The GPS data can be transmitted only if the external GPS

signal is presented)

3 White -- --

4 Yellow -- --

5 Black FG --

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NMEA 0183 Wiring:

Please refer to the wiring method of external NMEA device to be connected before making

connection. The following wiring method if the external NMEA device uses NMEA 0183 interface

(e.g. RS-422).

The NMEA 0183 output baud rate is 38,400; no input wiring.

(3) RS-232 Connector for CYPHO-101G

The RS-232 connector pin definition is shown as follows. The cable is female-to-female

cross-over type containing 9 wires.

Figure 2-2-3-3-6 CYPHO-101G RS-232 Connector Pin-Out at Rear Panel Side

Table 2-2-3-3-3 RS-232 Connector Pin Definition

NO. Name Function

1 -- --

2 RX Receive Data

3 TX Transmit Data

4 -- --

5 GND Ground

6 -- --

7 -- --

8 -- --

9 -- --

NOTE: Pin 2 & 3 are cross-over in this RS-232 cabling.

Figure 2-2-3-3-5 CYPHO-101G NMEA 0183 Connections

TXP

TXN

RXP

RXN

CYPHO-101G NMEA External NMEA device

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2.2.4 VHF Antenna Installation

The quality and positioning of the antenna is the most important factor dictating AIS performance.

It is recommended that a VHF antenna with omni directional vertical polarization be specifically

tuned for AIS operation band. Since the range of VHF signals is largely decided by line of sight

distance, AIS antenna should be placed as high as possible and at least 5 meters away from any

constructions made of conductive materials.

To avoid interference, the VHF antenna location should be placed in accordance to Figure 2-2-4.

Figure 2-2-4 VHF/GPS Antenna Location

We recommend you choose AMEC AIS VHF antenna. To save space, you can also choose

VHF/GPS combo antenna provided by AMEC

2.2.5 GPS Antenna Installation (CYPHO-101G only)

The GPS antenna must be installed where it has a clear view of the sky, so that it accesses the

horizon freely through 360°, with a vertical observation of 5 to 90 degrees above the horizon.

We recommend you choose AMEC AIS GPS antenna. To save space, you can also choose VHF/GPS combo antenna provided by AMEC.

Ensure a free 360˚ horizon with

a vertical observation of 5˚.

5˚ High power transmitting antenna

3m

Ensure the GPS antenna is not within the transmitting beam of other high power transmitting antenna.

VHF Antenna.

Other VHF

Antenna

The recommended vertical distance between antennas

is 2m. The recommended horizontal distance between

antennas is 10m.

Other transmitting

antenna

10m

The recommended horizontal distance between GPS antennas

and other antennas is 3m.

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2.2.6 Antenna Cabling

When connecting the cable(s) with the CYPHO-101 Series, take note of the following

precautions.

2.2.7 CYPHO-101 Series External Connections

Each coaxial cable should be set up separately and can only be set up in a single cable tube.

Each coaxial cable should keep a 10m safe distance

with the power cable.

Connecting port of the coaxial cable should be insulated.

Do not bend the cable(s). 1 2

3 4

Figure 2-2-7 External Configurations

12 / 24V DC

GPS Antenna

(CYPHO-101G only)

USB

ECS

RS-232

VHF Antenna

(Connector - M Jack)

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2.3 USB Driver Installation

If you need to browse AIS information received by AMEC CYPHO-101 Series on computer via

USB connector, please find the USB Driver on the located CD provided; and follow below steps

to install the USB driver.

Step 1: Open the USB Driver file and double click on to

install the driver. Please click on to continue.

Figure 2-3-1 USB Driver Installation

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Step 2: Please read the agreement carefully before the installation. If you accept the agreement,

please click on to continue. This process will take a moment.

Figure 2-3-2 USB Driver Installation

Step 3: The installation is completed; please click to finish the installation.

Figure 2-3-3 USB Driver Installation

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2.4 AMEC CYPHO Configuration Software Installation

The AMEC CYPHO Configuration Software (AmecCyphoConfig) is mainly used to select com

port number and to set baud rate for the serial communication interface between external

RS-232 device and CYPHO-101 & CYPHO-101G*. Currently this software supports

configuration setting by RS-232 interface only. Configuration setting via USB interface is not

supported by this software.

Presently, there are two baud rate settings: 38,400 or 4,800 bps**. Yet, it is highly recommended

to use the 38,400 bps because the 4,800 bps may result in data loss due to low transmission

capacity.

Make sure the physical RS-232 cabling is well connected between CYPHO-101 and external

PC/Laptop***. Now please find the AMEC CYPHO Config program on the CD provided; and

follow below steps to configure your CYPHO-101 and CYPHO-101G.

*NOTE: CYPHO-101 & CYPHO-101G are baud rate configurable, but CYPHO-101E is not baud

rate configurable.

**NOTE: The default baud rate of CYPHO-101 Series is 38,400 bps; connecting to other

maritime equipment with 4,800 bps may result in data loss.

***NOTE: Please do not use USB to connect with the PC to set the baud rate.

Step1: Double click on

Step2: Press to detect current baud rate setting.

Figure 2-4-1 CYPHO-101 Configuration Software

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When the correct baud rate is detected, the following message window will appear with present

parameter.

Figure 2-4-2 CYPHO-101 Configuration Software

Step 3: If you want to change to 4,800 bps baud rate, select the desired baud rate and click

to save the setting.

Figure 2-4-3 CYPHO-101 Configuration Software

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The following message window will appear.

Figure 2-4-4 CYPHO-101 Configuration Software

Users can check the baud rate value by clicking on the button

Figure 2-4-5 CYPHO-101 Configuration Software

Step 4: Repeat step 2 to 3 if Baud Rate is not properly set as desired.

Step 5: Click on to leave this program.

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3 GET STARTED

3.1 Turning Power ON / OFF

TURNING POWER ON:

Step 1: Check the input voltage. CYPHO-101 Series input voltage is 12 / 24V DC. An adaptor is

needed if the surrounding voltage supply is 110V AC or 220V AC or else.

Step 2: Connect the CYPHO-101 Series with power input.

Step 3: Switch the power to “ON”.

Step 4: The power status indicator will turn to steady green from flashing green light momentary.

Step 5: When the power status indication light turns stead green, the unit will function

automatically. The channel indicator flashes once when AIS signal is received in that

channel.

TURNING POWER OFF:

Step 1: Switch the power to “OFF”.

Step 2: The unit shuts down and the power status indicator turns off.

Figure 3-1-1 Description of Power Switch & Indication

To turn on the unit: Switch the power to “ON”. To turn off the unit: Switch the power to “OFF”

1 2

When the unit is well functioning, the indicator will show a steady green light.

ON Mode

OFF Mode

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3.2 Front Panel LED Indicators

Table 3-2-1 Description of LED Indicators on Front Panel

1. Power Indicator of power status

2. Channel 1/2 Channel 1 & 2 indicators

Table 3-2-2 Power Status Indicator

POWER LED INDICATOR

LED Color Indication Description

Green ON Normal Device in normal operational

OFF Power error Check for power connection and power voltage (12 / 24V DC)

Table 3-2-3 Channel Indicator

CHANNEL LED INDICATION

Channel Status Indication

1 Flash Green Incoming data received at Channel 1.

2 Flash Green Incoming data received at Channel 2.

Figure 3-2-1 LED Indicators on Front Panel

2 3 1

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4 AMEC AIS VIEWER DESCRIPTION

The AIS Viewer is a complimentary charting software for the purchasing of AMEC AIS Receiver

equipment. The software installation file and its user manual can be found in the provided

CD-ROM.

RS-232 Serial Port Selection when starting AIS Viewer

To inspect if the serial port is correctly selected, please follow the steps below.

1. Please use RS-232 or USB port to connect with PC/Laptop if desired.

Windows 7 or VISTA version:

Click on “Start” → Select “Control Panel” → Select “Device Manager” → Click Port

(COM&LPT)

Windows XP version:

Click on “Start” → Select “My Computer” → Click “Control Panel” → Select “System” →

Choose “Hardware” → Select “Device Manager” → Click Port (COM&LPT)

2. Click on Ports (COM&LPT) in the Device Manager, and then find the possible COM port

number for your PC.

Figure 4-1 Serial Port Setting

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IEC 62287-1 (applicable parts)

ITU-R M.1371 (applicable parts)

IEC 60945 (applicable parts)

IEC 61162 (applicable parts)

GPS RECEIVER

Receiving Channels

12 channels

POWER SUPPLY

LED INDICATION

12 / 24V DC

1.32 watt, typical, @12V

1.92 watt, typical, @24V

Supply Voltage

Power Consumption

One Power On Indicator

Two RX Receiving Indicators

5 APPENDIX

5.1 Product Specifications

STANDARDS

VHF RECEIVER

Number of AIS Receivers

CH-1

CH-2

Channel Bandwidth

Message Format

Data Rate

Max. Usable Sensitivity

2 channels

Default CH 87B (161.975MHz)

Default CH 88B (162.025MHz)

25KHz

AIS Class A & B messages

9,600bps / per channel

PER ≤ 20% @ -107 dBm

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INTERFACES

38,400 bps

CYPHO-101, 101G only

CYPHO-101, 101G only

Female Type M

Female TNC, CYPHO-101G only

ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL

NMEA 0183

RS-232

PWR/USB

VHF Antenna Connector

GPS Antenna Connector

-15°C~55°C

-25°C~70°C

0~95% RH at 40°C

IEC 60945

IPX5

Operating Temperature

Storage Temperature

Humidity Operation

Vibration

Waterproof

103 mm (140 mm with mounting)

50 mm

150 mm

＜1kg

Size in mm (w)

Size in mm (h)

Size in mm (d)

Weight

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5.2 Dimensions

Front View

Top View

Figure 5-2-2 CYPHO-101G Top View

Figure 5-2-1 CYPHO-101G Front View

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Side View

Figure 5-2-3 CYPHO-101G Side View

5.2.1 Back View of CYPHO-101 Series

Figure 5-2-1-1 CYPHO-101E Back View

Figure 5-2-1-2 CYPHO-101 Back View

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Figure 5-2-1-3 CYPHO-101G Back View

5.3 Accessories (Optional)

The following accessories are available from AMEC. Contact our local dealer/agent for more

details.

Table 5-3 Accessories

Item Description Product Code Remark

1 VHF Antenna TENTA-110 Length: 1,200 mm

2 GPS Antenna AGGRESSOR-111-C Dimension:

90.5 mm(Diameter) x 108.5 mm(H)

3 VHF/GPS Combo Antenna TENTA-160C Length: 1,680 mm

5.4 Trouble Shooting

5.4.1 Diagnosis by LED Indicators

The color of the status indication light will change in different status. User is able to make a

general analysis base on the status described below,

Table 5-4-1 Power status indicators

STATUS INDICATION LIGHTS

Color Status Indications Descriptions

Green ON Normal N/A

OFF Power Error Please check the power input (12 / 24V DC)

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If the problem persists, please follow the below step and restart the unit.

1. Disconnect the power cord off the unit, reconnect after 1~2 minutes.

2. Please Refer to section 3.1 to turn on the unit.

If the problem still persists, contact your local agent/dealer.

5.4.2 Problem Analysis

Signal Receiving Problem

‧No channel indicator light

‧No information received from other ships.

1. Verify the VHF antenna is secure.

2. Verify the VHF antenna

is set up properly. (Refer to section 2.2.4) 3. Verify if the VHF

antenna is working properly.

If the problem persists,

contact your local agent/dealer.

Power Problem

1. Verify if the power cord is secure.

2. Verify correct voltage

is being used (12 / 24V DC)

3. Verify power source is

normal. 4. Ensure there was no incorrect voltage

used that may have

resulted in short circuit.

‧No Power indicator light

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6 AMEC WORLDWIDE WARRANTY

Limited warranty

Subject to the terms, conditions and limitations set forth in this Worldwide Limited Warranty

(hereinafter the “Warranty”), AMEC warrants that its products, when properly installed and used,

will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months, from the

date of first purchase (the ‘Warranty Period’)

For the purposes of this warranty, ‘date of first purchase’ means the date that the product was

purchased by the first retail customer, or by the institutional customer, or in the case of a product

installed on a new vessel or any other marine related platform by a certified AMEC original

equipment manufacturer (a ‘AMEC OEM’), the date that such vessel was purchased by the first

retail customer.

AMEC will, at its sole option, repair or replace any defective products or components returned

during the Warranty Period in accordance with the terms, conditions and limitations set forth

below. Such repairs or replacement will be the sole remedy of the customer under this

Warranty.

Standard Warranty Service

To qualify for standard warranty service the product must be returned to a AMEC-certified service

agent (i) within the Warranty Period, and (ii) within thirty (30) days of the alleged product failure.

Any products returned must be securely packaged and sent pre-paid and insured to AMEC or to

a AMEC-certified service agent. All products returned must be accompanied by a copy of the

original sales receipt to be eligible for standard warranty service.

Obtaining Warranty Service

A list of AMEC-certified service agents is available from AMEC Technical Support at

www.alltekmarine.com

Other conditions

This Warranty is fully transferable provided that you furnish the original proof of purchase to the

AMEC -certified service agent. This Warranty is void if the label bearing the serial number has

been removed or defaced.

Limitation and Exclusions

In addition to any other limitations and exclusions set forth herein, AMEC is not responsible for,

and this Warranty does not cover:

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Failure due to abuse, misuse, accident, unauthorized alteration, modification or repair,

improper installation or operation (whether or not by a AMEC-certified service agent) or

improper storage, shipping damage or corrosion;

Costs associated with routine system checkouts, alignment/calibration, sea trials or

commissioning;

Defects or damage that result from the use of non-AMEC branded or certified products,

accessories or other peripheral equipment, including without limitation housings, parts, or

software;

Aftermarket software (i.e. all software other than the original operating software sold with the

products);

Products that have been refurbished, reconditioned, or remanufactured (The foregoing does

not apply to products repaired or replaced pursuant to the terms of this Warranty).

Products that have been dismantled resulting in the broken label on the Products;

Costs associated with overtime or premium labor costs;

Differences in material, coloring or size that may exist between actual products and the

pictures or descriptions of such products in our advertising, advertising literature or on the

Internet;

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS

AMEC’S SOLE WARRANTY AND IS APPLICABLE ONLY TO NEW PRODUCTS

PURCHASED WORLDWIDE. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS WARRANTY ARE IN LIEU OF

ANY OTHER WRITTEN WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR

ORAL, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

THE LIABILITY OF AMEC TO A CUSTOMER UNDER THIS WARRANTY, WHETHER FOR

BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT, BREACH OF STATUTORY DUTY OR OTHERWISE SHALL

IN NO EVENT EXCEED AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE TOTAL PURCHAE PRICE OF THE

PRODUCT GIVING RISE TO SUCH LIABILITY AND IN NO EVENT SHALL AMEC BE LIABLE

FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR LOST OF

GOODWILL, REPUTATION, LOSS OF OPPORTUNITY OR INFORMATION, DATA,

SOFTWARE OR APPLICATIONS.

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT

APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFICLEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY

ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION.

This Warranty supersedes and replaces all previous Warranties.

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In the event that any term or provision contained in this Warranty is found to be invalid, illegal or

unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, then such provision shall be deemed

modified to the extent necessary to make such provision enforceable by such court, taking into

account the intent of the parties.

No oral or written representations made by AMEC or any seller, reseller or distributor of the

products, including employees and agents thereof, shall create any additional warranty

obligations, increase the scope, or otherwise modify in any manner the terms of this Warranty.

All AMEC products sold or provided hereunder are merely aids to navigation. It is the

responsibility of the user to exercise discretion and proper navigational skill independent of any

AMEC product.

7 FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment

off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following

measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device must accept

any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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8 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, Alltek Marine Electronics Corp. (AMEC) declares that this CYPHO-101G/101/101E is in

compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

9 ACRONYMS

AIS Automatic Identification System

COG Course Over Ground

CPA Distance to Closest Point of Approach

CSTDMA Carrier-sense time division multiple access

DSC Digital Selective Calling

ECS Electronic Chart System

ETA Estimated Time of Arrival

GPS Global Positioning System

IMO International Maritime Organization

MMSI Maritime Mobile Service Identity

SOG Speed Over Ground

SRM Safety Related Message

TCPA Time to Closest Point of Approach

TDMA Time Division Multiple Access

UTC Coordinated Universal Time

VHF Very High Frequency

VTS Vessel Traffic Service