AIS (Automatic Identification System) Flashcards
1
Q
Where is AIS used?
A
All passenger ships
ships weighing 300 tonnes or more.
2
Q
On what 2 VHF Freq do AIS transponders transmit?
A
- 975 MHz
162. 025 MHz
3
Q
What does the data consist of?
A
Identification
Position
Course
Speed
4
Q
How often does it broadcast info?
A
2 - 10 secs at sea
3 mins at anchor
5
Q
How is the AIS connected to the TP?
A
RS232 interface (displayed on IDU)
6
Q
Where is the AIS receiver?
A
Rear avionics bay, underside of upper shelf, looking down tail cone.
7
Q
Where is the antenna?
A
Underside of the Fuselage.
8
Q
How is it powered?
A
28V DC Gen BB No 2.
9
Q
Where is info displayed?
A
TAC pages on IDU.
10
Q
What colour would a contact of interest be displayed?
A
Magenta.
