Sirius-3 Navtex 3-Frequency

Sirius-3

GMDSS Tri-Channel Navtex Receiver

Owner’s & Installation Manual

Preliminary Version Ver. 2.1

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Owner´s Manual
Congratulations with your new Sirius-3 GMDSS Navtex with touch
screen operations.

Disclaimer

Sirius is a brand name owned by Polaris Electronics A/S, Denmark.

We reserve the right to change specifications and instructions given

in this manual without notices.

No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in the

manual, although every care has been taken to make it as complete
and accurate as possible.

This manual includes firmware release April 2010.

Polaris Electronics A/S

Kaerholt 1
DK-9210 Aalborg SO
Denmark

Telephone: +45 9631 7900

Fax: +45 9631 7901
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.polaris-as.dk

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Contents Page

Safety Notices …................................................................ 4

About Sirius-3 …................................................................ 5
Touch Screen .................................................................... 5
Receiving Mode………………………………………………………………. 6-7
Filters, Systems Settings etc……….…….…………………………….. 8-9
System Settings ………………………………………………………………. 10-11
Declaration of Conformity ……………………………………………… 12
Green Passport ……………………………………………………………... 13
Standard Format of Navtex Messages…………………………….. 14
Subject Indicators .………………………………………………………... 15
Installation …………………………………………………………………….. 16
Connection to Power …………………………………………………….. 16
Antenna Connection ……………………………………………………… 16
Connection to Ground …………………………………………………... 17
Gonnection to Printer .…………………………………………………… 17
Compass Safe Distance ………………………………………………….. 17
Sirius-3 Connectors ……………………………………………………….. 18
Connection to Power …………………………………………………….. 18
Connection to GPS ………………………………………………………... 19
Connection to ECDIS …………………………………………..…………. 20
Connection to MUTE ……………………………………………………… 20
Connection to Alarm Relay ……………………………………………. 20
Connection to AUX ………………………………………………………… 21
Warranty ……………………………………………………………………….. 21
Warranty Service …………………………………………………………… 21
On Board Service …………………………………………………………… 21
Validity ………………………………………………………………………….. 22
End of Life Statement ……………………………………………………. 22

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Safety Notices

Before installation please read the Installation Manual carefully. The

equipment must be 10-32 V DC powered only.

Do not open the Sirius-3 or the active antenna. Unauthorized

opening will invalidate the warranty.

The equipment is designed for operation in temperatures between -

15o C and +55o C. Do not use the Navtex in temperatures which
exceed this range.

The Sirius-3 is waterproof from the front only.

A Navtex is an aid to safe navigation and should not lead to a

reduction in the level of good navigation practice.

The propagation of radio signals may vary over time. No liability can
be accepted for the non reception of Navtex messages.

Connection to a source of UTC data to NMEA 0183 is recommended

for the best operation and automatic date-time information.

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About Sirius-3

Your Sirius-3 has been designed to meet all requirements for use on
board a SOLAS convention vessel.

The Navtex has three separate receiver channels, 490 kHz, 518 kHz
and 4,209.5 kHz, for simultaneous reception of Navtex messages. It
can be set up to filter stations and/or message types that are not
required by the user, however, some message categories at 518 kHz
are mandatory and cannot be switched off.

There is no on/off switch, as the equipment must always be must

turned on, so that Navtex messages are received even in port. If the
equipment is installed with an external switch at the main electrical
switchboard, please, be sure that the equipment is turned on at
least one hour before departure.

Touch Screen

The touch screen is the only Man-Machine-Interface.

The screen is designed for fingertip operation only. Please, do not

use sharp instruments when keying the icons or texts.

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Receiving Mode

When your Sirius-3 is properly installed and tested the equipment is

very easy to use.

The following icons are used:

Press to switch between daylight and night colour.

Press to select filters, systems settings etc.

Press to select a listing of all received messages. It is

possible to select a single message from the list by touching it.
Furhermore, you can select or deselect 490 and/or 4,209.5 kHz
messages in the right side. You cannot deselect 518 kHz, as the
monitoring of this frequency is mandatory.

Press to select or accept.

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When the Sirius-3 is in standard receiving mode the latest Navtex

messages are shown on the screen. You can select a message by

touching the text and then using or you can double click on the
message you want to read in full text.

If a message consists of more than 10 lines you can toggle up and

down with the arrows in the right side.

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Filters, Systems Settings etc.

Filter Coast Station(s) by designator and/or frequencies

Filter Messages by designators. Please note A, B, D and L

are mandatory and will always be displayed

Locked messages. If messages are locked they can be

deleted here only and not by the delete all message icon.

Visible messages. A maximum of 1,000 messages are

selectable, however, we recommend no more than 400.

Delete all messages. For safety reasons you have to confirm

your choice. Please notice that locked messages cannot be deleted
here.

Systems Settings. e.g. screen setup, sound, etc.

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About. Information about firmware versions, etc.

Home

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Systems Settings

Screen Setup. Brightness and contrast

Time. Adjust date and time if not connected to GPS or other

UTC source.

Sound. Choose if sound should be on/off when

messages/alarms are received or when using touch screen.
Furthermore, you can see the status of Central Muting, if
connected.

GPS. Status. If a printer is connected you can print a position

label with UTC Time and Date. These labels are useful when you
write positions in the logbook or in case of an Emergency

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Printer. Select printer on or off – if connected.

Antenna Power on or off – red light is on.

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Declaration of Conformity

A Declaration of Conformity is downloadable from our web site:

http://www.polaris-as.dk/Default.asp?Action=Details&Item=835

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Green Passport

A Green Passport is downloadable from our web site:

http://www.polaris-as.dk/Default.asp?Action=Details&Item=835

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Standard Format of Navtex Messages

B1 B2 B3 B4 B1 Transmitter Identity

B2 Subject Indicator

B3B4 Consecutive number

Time of Origin (not all stations use ToO)

Series Identity, consecutive number and message text

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Subject Indicators

A Navigational Warnings*
B Meteorological Warnings*
C Ice Reports
D Search and Rescue Information*
E Meteorological Forecasts
F Pilot Service Messages
G Avaiable
H LORAN Messages
I Avaiable
J SATNAV Messages
K Other Electronic Navaid Messages
L Navigation Warnings (other than A)*
V Special Services
W Special Services
X Special Services
Y Special Services
Z No Message on hand

Services marked by asterisks cannot be rejected by the receiver.

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Installation

The Sirius-3 Navtex set consists of

· Sirius-3 Navtex

· 1.5 m Power Cable

· User & Installation Manual

· Test Sheet

Connection to Power

Please use the 1.5 m Power Cable with plug. Connect the Sirius-3 to
12 or 24 VDC (10-30 VDC). Red wire to + and black to -. It is
recommended to include a fuse in the power supply.

The male power plug can be mounted in the right female connector
only.

Antenna Connection

Mount a male PL259 plug on the antenna cable. Sirius-3 is designed

for NA-3S Active Antenna but you can use a passive whip antenna as
well.

If you connect an active antenna go to SYSTEMS SETTINGS and press

ANTENNA POWER. When the indicator turns red, the Sirius-3
supplies voltage through the coax. If you connect a passive whip do
not switch antenna power on.

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Connection to Ground

Connect ground to the Sirius-3 Navtex for better performance.

Connection to Printer

A USB printer (P/N SIR PRN) can be connected to the Sirius-3.

If you connect a Printer to the USB port go to SYSTEMS SETTINGS

and press the PRINTER button.

Compass Safe Distance

Distance to compass must be at least 70 cm. Do not install the

Navtex closer to magnetic compasses.

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Sirius-3 Connectors

Connection to Power

Use the Sirius Power Cable.

PWR
Pin Number Connection Notes
1 +V Ship’s Supply 12/24
2 +V Ship’s Supply 12/24
3
4 -V Ship’s Supply - V
5 -V Ship’s Supply - V
6 +V Ship’s Supply 12/24
7
8
9 -V Ship’s Supply - V

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Connection to GPS (NMEA 0183):

Use the NMEA port to connect a GPS. The sub-D pins are to be
connected as described below.

When a GPS is connected UTC is automatically updated.

Sirius-3 will receive the information from these NMEA sentences:

- RMC (Time and Date)

- GGA (Position)

If a printer is connected as well you can print vessel’s position with

DTG.

NMEA 0183 in/out

Pin Number Connection Notes
1 GND
2
3
4 TX+ Option
5 TX- Option
6
7
8 RX- NMEA 0183 Input-
9 RX+ NMEA 0183 Input+

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Connection to ECDIS:

The Sirius-3 can be connected to an ECDIS by the NMEA port.

Please, contact your ECDIS dealer for information on the
connections.

Connection to MUTE

Signal from Central Mute to be connected to pin 2 and 6. Please, see

the ECDIS port table.

Connection to Alarm Relay:

Input on pin3 and 7, see the ECDIS port table.

ECDIS port, Alarm Relay and Mute

Pin Number Connection Notes
1 GND
2 Mute A Mute Input +
3 Alarm com Alarm relay
4 TX+ IBS port Output +
5 TX- IBS port Output -
6 Mute B Mute Input -
7 Alarm No Alarm relay
8 RX- IBS port Input -
9 RX+ IBS port Input +

Do you want to download new firmware please use a USB key. Just
mount the USB in the USB port, restart the unit and follow the
instructions on the screen. Do not interrupt firmware updates
during the process.

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Connection to AUX:

This port is used for special applications only.

WARRANTY

The Sirius-3 Navtex has a 24 months Warranty from the date of

purchase.

WARRANTY SERVICE is available worldwide through authorized

service dealers.
Products returned will, at the sole discretion of Polaris Electronics
A/S, either be repaired or replaced free of charge within normal
working hours. Freight charges, insurance, duties or any other costs
are the responsibility of the customer.
Maximum liability shall not, in any case, exceed the contract price of
the products claimed to be defective.

ON BOARD SERVICE can be arranged by Polaris Electronics A/S or

local service dealers upon request. Labour costs for the
repair/replacement of the defective modules/parts will be free of
charge provided a valid warranty is confirmed.
Overtime, travel, lodging, per diem, insurance, duties or any other
costs are the responsibility of the customer. Additional expenses
connected with replacement of antenna cable, dry docking and
precautionary measures are not covered by this warranty.

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VALIDITY: This warranty is effective only when proof of purchase

and equipment serial number are presented. Furthermore, the
installation and operation have to be carried out in accordance with
the product manual. Warranty liability does not apply to any
equipment which has become inoperative due to misuse, accident,
neglect, sea water damage or unauthorized repair. Polaris
Electronics will not be liable for any loss, incidental or consequential
damages whether based upon warranty, contract or negligence, or
arising in connection with the sale, installation, use or repair of the
product. Consequential damages include, but are not limited to, any
loss of profit, property damage or personal injury.
The terms of warranty as described does not affect your statutory
rights.

All enquiries relating to this warranty or approved service agents

should be sent to:

Polaris Electronics A/S Telephone: +45 9631 7900

Kaerholt 1 Fax: +45 9631 7901
DK-9210 Aalborg SO E-mail: [email protected]
Denmark Web: www.polaris-as.dk

End of Life Statement

The European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive

aims to minimize the environmental impact from electrical and
electronic devises when they reach end of life.

We strongly urge you to treat the equipment in accordance with

local legislation when it becomes waste after end of life.

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