NAVTEX

Broadcasting System
Overview

Electronics Limited
Unit V Rudford Industrial Estate, Ford
West Sussex BN18 0BD England
Telephone +44 (0)1903 731101
Facsimile +44 (0)1903 731105
www.icselectronics.co.uk
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FOREWORD.........................................................................................................................................................3

DETAILS OF RECENT GMDSS CONTRACTS..............................................................................................4

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION....................................................................................................................................7
KEY FEATURES ....................................................................................................................................................7
GENERAL.............................................................................................................................................................7
NAVTEX OPERATOR WORKSTATION.................................................................................................................9
TYPICAL SYSTEM DIAGRAM ..............................................................................................................................16
YEAR 2000 COMPLIANCE ..................................................................................................................................17
SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION ................................................................................................................................17
SPARES ..............................................................................................................................................................17
SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................................17
ANNEX A – TECHNICAL DATA ...................................................................................................................18
DSC2-006.30 NAVTEX MODEM .....................................................................................................................19
TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATION...........................................................................................................................20
HIGH POWER “T” ANTENNA SYSTEM ................................................................................................................21
NAVTEX MONITORING RECEIVERS .................................................................................................................23
NAV5SM NAVTEX RECEIVER .......................................................................................................................24
NAV6 NAVTEX RECEIVER .............................................................................................................................26

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Foreword
ICS Electronics Ltd, a UK company founded in 1982, specialises in the design, manufacture and
supply of components and systems for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).

ICS is one of the world’s principal manufacturers of NAVTEX broadcasting systems and NAVTEX
receivers for ships, fishing vessels and small craft.

The Windows® NAVTEX broadcasting systems enjoy an unrivalled reputation for excellence and
ease of use. Proven programme management, training and support services also feature strongly in our
ability to provide a total solution.

ICS revolutionised the ease of use of ship borne Digital Selective Calling (DSC) systems with the
introduction of large touch screen control panels.

With this strong background in GMDSS communication and an intimate knowledge of the
requirements and practical aspects of GMDSS, ICS can offer a range of sophisticated yet simple to
operate GMDSS Coast Station systems.

We can offer competitive solutions from simple standalone systems to advanced systems having a
number of remote radio stations controlled by multiple control centres. The DSC2 system may be
expanded to facilitate centralised control of all system resources is possible, reducing the running
costs of a GMDSS service.

Systems are available for NAVTEX, EGC, DSC and NBDP use.

For GMDSS coast radio station systems, ICS are the natural selection.

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Details of recent GMDSS contracts

This list represents a selection of systems supplied by or under contract to ICS Electronics Ltd.

Project System details

United Kingdom Centrally controlled NAVTEX and SafetyNet

Messaging system, controlling three dual frequency
(490/518kHz ) transmit sites and one Inmarsat C
Land Earth Station.

Completed June 1999.

System extensions completed March 2001.

Uruguay Supply of GMDSS NAVTEX broadcasting system.

Completed July 2000

Italy Supply of NBDP modems for use in the GMDSS

NAVTEX service at four NAVTEX Stations.

Completed 1996.

Taiwan Complete Windows 3.11 based NAVTEX messaging

system for NAVTEX generation and transmission for
the international 518kHz NAVTEX service, local
language 490kHz service, and tropical 4209.5kHz
service, including monitoring receivers to verify
operation of the system.

Completed 1996.

Denmark Area A1/A2/A3 DSC/NBDP Distress and Safety

System using dual server / workstations at Lyngby
Radio to be integrated with the existing radio
communication system.

Expected completion date February 2002.

The Netherlands - Royal Netherlands Navy
Area A1/A2 DSC Distress and Safety System using
dual server / workstations at 2 MRCC’s to be
integrated with the existing radio communication
system. The system includes 12 remote VHF sites
and 2 remote MF sites.

Expected completion date July 2001.

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United Kingdom - MCA (HM Coastguard) Area A1/A2 DSC Distress and Safety System with
A.I.S. facilities using Windows NT4 Dual server with
multiple workstations.

The overall system features 22 MRCC’S and 106

remote transceiver sites. Each control centre services
up to 16 remote sites to provide VHF and MF DSC
coverage around the UK coast.

AIS services to ITU-R M.825-1 are also provided on

VHF.

Formal support contract in place with NTL, the

maintenance contractor, which includes technical and
maintenance training.

Completed Sept 1998, 5 months ahead of schedule.

Sea Area A1/A2 declared 1 Jan 1999.

System extensions completed March 2000

Canada - Canadian Coast Guard Multi-site centrally controlled A3/A4 GMDSS Coast
Station System for the canadian Arctic featuring DSC,
RT and NBDP operation with automated control and
switching.

Completed December 2000.

Brazil Major turnkey multi-site centrally controlled A3

GMDSS Coast Station System featuring DSC, RT and
NBDP operation with automated control and
switching.

Phase 1 installation completed July 1999

Phase 2 installation completed July 2000

USA - SPAWAR (for USCG) Supply of a A1 GMDSS DSC and RT Distress and
Safety System, with four remote radio sites operating
under Windows NT.

Includes supply of Windows API to allow control of

the system from the customer’s application.

Completed April 2000.

Netherlands Antilles Supply of complete GMDSS DSC Distress and Safety

System, operating under Windows NT.

Completed December 1999.

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Isle of Man Area A1 DSC Distress and Safety System using

Windows NT4 GMDSS Server/workstation. On-site
operational and technical training given.

Completed Oct 1999.

USA - USCG Group Eastern Shore Supply of a trial A2 GMDSS DSC Distress and
Safety System, operating under Windows NT.

Installation, commissioning and training completed

by ICS September 1999.

Netherlands Antilles –Royal Netherlands Navy Supply of NAVTEX messaging system operating
under Windows NT 4.0

Completed January 1999.

Jersey Area A1 DSC Distress and Safety System with

integration with SARIS search and Rescue
Information system using Windows NT4.

Completed February 1998.

States of Guernsey Area A1 DSC Distress and Safety System with

integration with SARIS Search and Rescue
Information system using Windows NT4.
Completed January 1998.

United Kingdom – MoD (Royal Navy) 200 automated A1/A2/A3 DSC Systems for all ships
in the UK Royal Navy.
Systems provide DSC, RT and NBDP functionality.

Completed Oct 1997.

Chile 60 stand alone A1/A2 DSC Coast Station Systems to

operate with existing transceivers.
Comprises a VHF and MF DSC modem controlled by
a touch screen Control panel.

Completed January 1997. Area A1/A2 declared

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System Description
Key features

Proven system

Windows NT compliant Graphical User Interface

Dual Hot/Standby NAVTEX Workstations

Centralised control of multiple transmitting stations

Highly automated scheduling and message compilation

Multiple frequency transmissions: 490kHz, 518kHz, 4209.5kHz

Multiple schedules for each transmitter

Flexible and scalable system architecture

Remote monitoring receiver options

Automated billing reports

Import facility to aid message compilation

Training and Technical Support Schemes available

General

The NAVTEX Broadcasting System (NBS) provides facilities to compile, edit, schedule and
automatically transmit NAVTEX messages, in accordance with the requirements of the IMO
NAVTEX Manual and ITU recommendations.

The system is based on single or dual redundant Microsoft Windows NT4 NAVTEX Workstations
controlling proven NAVTEX modems.

Very high levels of availability are achieved using a dual redundant workstation configuration. One
workstation is configured as Main and the other as Standby. Main performs all NAVTEX message
transmission, whilst Standby maintains a copy of the schedules from the Main workstation. In the
event of a system failure, no data is lost and the Standby workstation will control the transmission of
NAVTEX messages.

The operator may use either workstation to create and edit NAVTEX messages for transmission.

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The workstations control one or more NAVTEX modems based on the type approved ICS DSC2
range of modules. This NAVTEX modem features accurate signal timing and crystal controlled
mark/space tone generation. The encoded output signal, normally audio FSK, can also be made
available as a digital data stream. Transmit keying, transmitter selection and frequency selection
output signals are also provided.

The compilation of NAVTEX messages is very straightforward - essential when operator time may be
at a premium. Station letters, message serial numbers, message headers and end of transmission
characters are automatically generated. The operator simply has to select a category, select the first
transmission time slot from a pull down list and enter the message. To further aid the operator, the
NBS also allows easy import of the safety and meteorological information during message
compilation.

The flexible and scalable architecture allows centralised control of single station, single frequency
systems or multiple site, multiple frequency systems. The NAVTEX modems may be located at the
control centre or at the remote radio sites.

The system may be provided as a turnkey solution including transmitters, antennae and remote control
systems or as a sub-system ready for integration with existing equipment.

ICS also offer a range of monitoring receivers to verify the correct transmission of the NAVTEX
messages. These are self-contained units, or serial output versions suitable for remote monitoring.

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NAVTEX Operator Workstation

Simplicity and ease of operation is a major feature of the Workstation design. The NBS presents a
Windows NT4 graphical user interface offering clear, simple and intuitive operation.

Everything you would expect from a Windows application and more…

Windows NT4 Graphical User Interface

• Extensive use of mouse commands to speed up and simplify operation
• Tool bars
• Copy and paste
• Customisation

Simple message composition

• Automatic message serial number allocation
• Automatic message header generation
• End of message appended automatically
• Send Vital and Important NAVTEX messages at any time
• Import facility for entering information from external telex or other systems

 Advanced scheduling
• Independent schedules for each station
• Supports multiple schedules for each station
• Relay facility for re-transmission of another stations messages
• Online transmission time usage indication

 Logging and Monitoring

• Message logging to printer
• Print out of schedules
• Online status display of NAVTEX modems

 Billing reports
• Billing report option based on originator of messages
• Selectable accounting period
• Store, recall and print reports

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Examples of workstation functionality

Main window
The Main Window represents the working area of the NAVTEX Broadcasting System. This window
conveys information to the user and allows the scheduling of NAVTEX messages.

Menus Schedule Status Network

and windows indicators indicators
toolbar

Individual Message
Transmitter NAVTEX Schedule transmission
status window messages time usage controls

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Creating and scheduling a routine NAVTEX message

Routine NAVTEX messages are created using the NAVTEX Message Editor. The serial number and
transmission times are automatically set, but may be overridden by the operator.

Click on the schedule you wish the NAVTEX message to be included in.

Click the new message button. The NAVTEX Message Editor will appear allowing you to enter
the NAVTEX message and schedule its transmission.

Message serial Reference ID Message Transmission

number number category period

Originator e.g. Description -

Message area Special
Met office User field for
Hydrographer easy reference delivery
Commercial option

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Click on the Category dropdown list box and select the appropriate Message Category.

When a new category is selected, the next available serial number will be assigned to the
message. This can be overridden by entering the required serial number in the edit box. Serial
number allocation will then continue on from the new number. E.g. if serial numbers are currently
running as 10,11,12… and a new serial number of 20 is entered then serial numbers will continue
on as 21,22,23…

NAVTEX message categories, as shown below, are automatically defined during installation, but
may be redefined during system configuration

A Navigational Warning J SATNAV Message

B Meteorological Warning K Other Navaid Messages
C Ice Reports L Navigational Warning
D Search & Rescue V Special
E Meteorological Forecast W Special
F Pilot Service Message X Special
G DECCA Message Y Special
H LORAN Message Z No Messages on Hand
I OMEGA Message

Select the ‘WZ/ID’ box and enter either the WZ number or message identifier supplied by the
originator. This field is mandatory as it is required for production of the billing information

Select the ‘Originator’ list box and either select the message originator from the list or type in a
‘one-off’ originator. This field is mandatory as it is required for the production of billing information.

Select the ‘Description’ box and type in an optional message description to ease the identification
of messages later.

The first transmission time will be set to the next available transmission slot and the last
transmission time will be set to the first transmission time + 42 days. Either of these times can be
changed by selecting a different transmission time from the appropriate listbox.

If the ‘special delivery’ box is checked the message will only be transmitted at those transmission
slots that have been designated as ‘special delivery’ slots in the schedule configuration.

Select the ‘NAVTEX Message’ box to type in the message for transmission. Only valid characters
from the International Telegraphic Alphabet No2 can be entered and all characters will appear in
upper case.

As you enter the message the overall schedule transmit time is displayed for your information. If
the overall time exceeds the default 10 minute limit an audible alarm will sound once, the title bar
of the affected schedule will turn red and a warning will be added to the schedule transmit time. If
the overall transmit time exceeds the configured time for that schedule the system will inhibit the
typing of further text.

When you have finished entering your NAVTEX message and scheduled its transmission, choose
the OK button to add it to the schedule.

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The Schedule Window

Each transmitter will have an associated schedule window, showing all NAVTEX messages
scheduled for transmission on that transmitter. The title bar displays the schedule description to ease
identification and the currently selected transmitter (by default ‘main’ or ‘reserve’).

Schedule Scheduled Transmission period

name messages and message time

Selected
message preview

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NAVTEX Messaging System configuration

The System Configuration is split into five areas.

• Transmitters
• System
• Additional Options
• Network Names
• Communication port configuration

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Billing features
NAVTEX transmissions are often made on behalf of other countries, government agencies or
commercial organisations and may be chargeable.

Administration of this is made easy with the NBS Billing Report option.

A billing log file is maintained for each schedule by the NBS. These log files are in CSV (comma
separated values) format and are used by the NAVTEX Billing Utility, a stand-alone program, to
produce a billing report for all messages that expired during a specified accounting period for each
originator.

Example Billing Report

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System Diagram
Please note that this diagram is given as a typical example only, and represents a centrally controlled
system with dual remote transmitters.

ATU

Automatic Antenna Switch

Remote Control Remote Control

Transmitter 1 Transmitter 2
Unit Unit

NAVTEX NAVTEX
Modem Modem

RS232 RS232
Line Modem Line Modem

Leased Leased Leased Leased

Line Line Line Line

RS232 RS232
Line Modem Line Modem

Local Local
Control Unit Control Unit

Telex line

Telex Line
Interface Unit

LAN

NAVTEX NAVTEX TELEX

Workstation Workstation Terminal Equipment
(Main) (Standby) (Optional)

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Year 2000 Compliance

The ICS NAVEX Broadcasting System has been tested in accordance with BSI year 2000 guidelines
DISC PD2000-1, PD2000-2 and PD2000-3. These provide the following definition:
Year 2000 conformity shall mean that neither performance nor functionality is affected by dates prior
to, during and after the year 2000.
In particular:
Rue 1. No value for current date will cause any interruption in operation.
Rule 2. Date-based functionality must behave consistently for dates prior to, during and after year
2000.
Rule 3. In all interfaces and data storage, the century in any date must be specified either explicitly
or by unambiguous algorithms or inferencing rules.
Rule 4. Year 2000 must be recognised as a leap year.

The system was found to be compliant with these requirements across the operating date range of the
system.

The NAVTEX Broadcasting System has an effective operating date range from 1 January 1970 to 18
January 2038.

System Documentation
The NAVTEX Broadcasting System is supplied with documentation in the form of a User Manual
describing normal operation of the system, composition and scheduling of messages. The contents of
this manual are also available on-line for access at any time by the operator.

The system will also include a Technical Manual that includes details of how to configure the system
and maintenance information for ensuring continued operation of the system.

Spares
Suitable spares will be included as part of our formal quotation.

Software Maintenance
The NAVTEX Broadcasting system software is covered for a period of one year by the system’s
standard warranty. ICS can offer to extend this warranty to the cover system software on an annual
basis. This facility would cover the system as detailed below.

Where a problem is identified as a possible software design fault ICS, will undertake to investigate the
problem immediately to determine what corrective action, if any, is required. The customer must
submit sufficient information to enable our support to understand and if necessary duplicate the
problem on a reference system. Where corrective action is deemed necessary, ICS will attempt to
resolve the problem immediately, or as soon as possible thereafter. When appropriate, ICS will
endevour to give an estimate of how long a problem may take to resolve.

Corrective action may take the form of a suggested work-around, modification and or additions to
documentation, software patch, or new software release. The installation and commissioning of any
corrective action is not included.

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ANNEX A – Technical Data

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DSC2-006.30 NAVTEX Modem

NETWORK / POWER SERIAL

1 PWR

NET

DSC2-006 GMDSS TELEX

MF/HF DSC

The DSC2-006.30 module is a telex codec that encodes and decodes NAVTEX FEC. It is used in
conjunction with a DSC2-003 MF/HF modem to provide a GMDSS compliant NBDP system.

The codec communicates with the host application, e.g. NAVTEX Broadcasting System, AUTOCOM
Telex system, using standard EIA 232 serial communications.

Specification (combined unit)

Approvals: GMDSS (ETS 300 067)
Voltage: 12 – 24Vdc (+30%, -10%) 3W typical
Temperature range: -15°C to 55°C
Receive Audio Level: 0dBm ±10dB
Transmit Audio Level: 0dBm ±10dB
Transmit keying: Volt free closing contact, 500mA, 24V max.
Mark frequency: 1615Hz ±1Hz
Space frequency: 1785Hz ±1Hz
Output data rate: 100 baud ±30ppm
Interface: EIA 232
Frequency select output Open collector, Vce 24V, Ic 100mA
Transmitter select output Open collector, Vce 24V, Ic 100mA

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Transmitter Specification
1kW MF Navtex Transmitter (ND1250TT/6)
Frequency Range
405-535 kHz selectable in 100 Hz
steps with Direct Digital Synthesis
Power Rating
1250 watts carrier in A1A and F1B
1250 watts PEP in A2A, adjustable
down to 200W
Channels
Up to 6
Carrier Frequency Stability
Better than ± 10 parts per million
of nominal over full environmental
range
Emission modes
A1A – carrier keyed ON/OFF
A2A – carrier and modulation
keyed ON/OFF
F18 – FSK with ± 85 Hz shift
Modulation (A2A)
Nominally 1000 Hz adjustable
within ±5%. Other centre
frequencies available upon request.
Envelope distortion
Less than 3% at full power with
1kHz 95% modulation
Keying Rate
30 Baud maximum A1A and A2A
modes.
100 baud maximum in F1B mode
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Keying Bandwidth
Meets requirements of CCIR
recommendation 328-3
Harmonic Emissions
Better than –80 dB when used in
conjunction with companion
Antenna Tuning Unit and a
standard antenna
ON/OFF Keying Radio
Better than –120 dB
Hum and Noise
-60 dB relative to PEP at full
output power
RF Load Impedance
50 ohms unbalanced
Type “N” output connector
standard. Other connectors
available upon request.
Load Mismatch
Will accept any value of SWR
without damage
Controls
Local
Extended
Remote Control via an RS232
interface using NAX51 option
System Overview
Environmental Limits
-10ºC to +55ºC (storage -40ºC to
+65ºC)
0-95% humidity (non condensing)
Overall Efficiency
Better than 70% (Typically 73%)
(AC in to RF out)
Cooling and Heat Flushing
Forced air at approximately 90
cu.ft/min., 1280 BTU/hr.max
Power Requirements
198-242V, 50/60, three phase, 3 or
4 wire
385-465V, 50/60, three phase, 3 or
4 wire
180-250V, 50/60 single phase
Other voltages available
Power Consumption
1.9 kVA maximum at 0.95 power
factor for 3 phase AC supply at full
output power
2178 VA maximum at 0.82 power
factor for single phase AC supply
at full output power
Physical Size
Single phase AC supply
24” wide x 31” deep x 74.5” high
(61 x 80 x 189 cm)
Weight
450 lbs approximately
205 kgs approximately
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High Power “T” Antenna System

APPLICATION

This antenna is intended primarily for use with high powered Transmitter/Antenna Tuning Unit
Systems in the LF and MF bands. It is particularly intended for use with aeronautical and marine
non-directional radio beacons (NDB’s).

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Basically, the antenna system consists of two interconnected #2 ACSR aluminium elements 230 ft
(70m) long, laterally spaced on 5’10” (1.75m) centres and supported by four high voltage insulators
between two towers at ground potential. The RF signal is fed to the antenna via an aluminium
jacketed downlead which is connected to both horizontal elements. The location of this connection
point is not fixed so the downlead can be installed in the most convenient position for individual site
requirements. The actual attachment of the antenna to the towers is by means of galvanised wire rope
halyards, two at each end, passed over pulleys fixed to the towers. One set of halyards is brought to
ground level and made fast to the tower. At the other end, the halyards are held down by
counterweights. This system of suspension prevents tower overload due to high winds and/or severe
icing. It also provides for much simpler inspection and maintenance procedures.

An optional ground plane of 18 – 500 ft. copper radials provide the RF current return path and
completes the system.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Frequency Range LF and MF bands

Input RF Power Rating Up to 4000 watts average; 16000 watts peak with
T50 insulators without exceeding maximum RF
voltage level.
Maximum RF Operating
Voltage KV RMS WET*

T35 Insulators 35
T50 Insulators 50

Antenna Capacity 1000 pF

* This figure is maximum recommended under wet conditions. To obtain peak voltage allowed,
multiply by a factor of 1.4. If station is 100% amplitude modulated, the voltage with
unmodulated carrier should not exceed one half of that shown.

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MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Recommended Tower Heights 120 ft. (36.5m) to 150 ft. (45.5m)

Tower Spacing 240 ft. (73m) min.

Radiator Two #2 ACSR aluminium elements, 230 ft. (70m)

long spaced horizontally on 5’10” (1.75m) centres,
spreaders, support assemblies etc. constructed of
aluminium alloy, halyards are ¼” galvanised wire
rope.

Maximum Wind Velocity 120 mph (192 Kph)

Maximum Ice Loading ¾” (1.9cm) radial thickness

Tower Specifications To be capable of supporting a 750 lb (341 kg)

horizontal force in conjunction with a vertical force
of similar magnitude.

Shipping Information 1 crate 69 x 64 x 51 cm 38 kg

1 crate 61 x 61 x 44 cm 108 kg
1 crate 27 x 34 x 193 cm 31 kg

0.57m3 177 kg

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NAVTEX Monitoring Receivers

NAV5 NAVTEX Receiver

The NAV5 is a standard GMDSS approved direct printing NAVTEX receiver. Reliable and
compact, the NAV5 meets the latest IMO, IEC and ETS NAVTEX specifications. It is type
approved for IMO GMDSS fitting and includes all the facilities required for reception and
printing of NAVTEX messages. Simultaneous reception on any two of the NAVTEX frequencies
is also possible with the dual receiver model.

Specification

Receiver: compliant with ETS 300 065

Decoding: compliant with ITU-R M.540-2
Frequency: NAV5 518kHz standard, 490kHz or 4209.5kHz options
NAV5D Simultaneous reception of any two of the above
Width: 252 mm
Depth: 120 mm
Height: 106 mm
Weight: 1500 g
Voltage: 10 - 30 VDC
Power: 3W typical
Temperature range: -15°C to 55°C
Antenna input: 50Ω
Printer output: 40 column thermal
Station selection: via keypad and display
Category selection: via keypad and display

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NAV5SM NAVTEX Receiver

SERIAL / POWER 500mA TYPE F

1 PWR
SUPPLY
12 - 24 VDC

DATA ON

NAV5S NAVTEX RECEIVER

ANTENNA

The NAV5SM, based on the NAV5S, is a NAVTEX receiver purpose designed to monitor
NAVTEX transmissions. This unit receives command data and outputs NAVTEX and status data via
a serial interface. The serial output data is formatted for direct connection to a printer or remote
connection over standard telephone channels using external line modems.

Specification
Receiver: compliant with ETS 300 065
Decoding: compliant with ITU-R M.540-2
Frequency: 518kHz standard, 490kHz or 4209.5kHz options available
Length: 235 mm
Width: 109 mm
Height: 48 mm
Weight: 1000 g
Voltage: 10.8 - 31.2 VDC
Power: 1.2 W typical
Temperature range: -15°C to 55°C
Antenna input: 50Ω
Interface: EIA 232, 4800 baud

Station selection: via interface

Category selection: via interface

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Monitoring Features

Output of repeated messages

The NAV5SM will output all received messages including repeats whereas standard
NAVTEX receivers are required to suppress messages repeated within a 72 hour period.

Detection of invalid message headers

Incorrectly formatted NAVTEX message headers are detected by the NAV5SM. An
additional character, space or control character within the message header may cause standard
NAVTEX receivers to reject messages. This problem can arise from stations using manual
message preparation.

Rejection of messages
The NAV5SM will indicate if a message has been rejected because the error rate has
exceeded 33%.

Example output:

>ERROR: MESSAGE AANN REJECTED

where ‘AANN’ represents the serial number of the rejected message.

Error rate warning

The NAV5SM will output a warning message if a NAVTEX message has an error rate of
greater than 4%.

Example output:

NAVTEX MESSAGE ================== GB71

GALE WARNIN* WEDNESDAY 18 DEJE**R
***E**GMT

*FAERO*S*EASTECWY S***RE GALE FO*CE 9

-*13*43-\*****-)3 *94:* 8
IMMI*ENT*M
>WARNING: ERROR RATE >4%

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NAV6 NAVTEX Receiver

Please refer to separate brochure.

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