MA-500TR

MA-500TR Features

  • Full dot-matrix display with adjustable backlight and contrast
  • IPX7 waterproof protection (up to 1m depth of water for 30 minutes, except connections)
  • Self diagnosis function
  • Flush mount installation with optional MB-75
  • Slow warn function
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Fully Capable Class B AIS Transponder for Pleasure Craft and Fishing Boats

What is an AIS Transponder

An AIS transponder on your boat automatically receives information broadcast by other AIS-equipped vessels and base stations, all while your own vessel's static and dynamic information is being transmitted. AIS signals may reach where radar cannot, showing AIS-equpped vessels that might otherwise be hidden, such as on the other side of an island or behind a larger vessel. SOLAS commercial vessels are already required to carry a Class A AIS transponder, so your position will be known by nearby large vessels. The MA-500TR increases your safety at sea.

Class B AIS Transponder

The MA-500TR is a Class B AIS transponder for Non-SOLAS vessels such as pleasure craft, work-boat and small vessels. Your vessels information will automatically be transmitted at fixed intervals or under base station control. The MA-500TR receives dual AIS channels (Ch. 87B and Ch. 88B) simultaneously and receives both Class A and Class B AIS information. Transmitted information by MA-500TR is:

  • MMSI code
  • Vessel name
  • Call sign
  • Type of ship
  • GPS antenna position
  • Ship's position
  • SOG (Speed over ground)
  • COG (Course over ground)
  • UTC date and time
  • GPS antenna type
  • PA (Position Accuracy)

Simple Operation

The Plotter display looks like a marine radar display. North-up, course-up and range zoom from 0.125 NM to 24 NM are supported. The Target list display shows all detected AIS equipped vessels and targets. The Danger list display shows a list of vessels that are within 6 NM CPA and 60 minutes TCPA from your vessel. The Danger list can be sorted by CPA or TCPA order. In addition to these display types, the Detail screen shows various information about the selected AIS target.

CPA and TCPA for Collision-Risk Management

When a vessel comes into the CPA and TCPA range, the vessel icon blinks on the Plotter display and emits a beep sound. When connected to external audio equipment installed on the deck tower, the collision alarm function will alert you even when you are away from the AIS transponder.

Individual DSC Call*

When connected to a compatible Icom VHF radio. It's easy to make an individual DSC call. Select a vessel using the MA-500TR's cursor keys and then push the "DSC" button on the MA-500TR. It is not required to input an MMSI number manually.

100 Waypoints Memory

Up to 100 waypoints can be stored on the waypoint list. The "MOB" button allows you to set a waypoint on your current position instantly.

Safety-Related Message

When the MA-500TR receives a safety-related message from a Class A AIS transponder, the message icon appears on the Plotter display. Up to 20 received DSC messages are automatically stored in the log memory.

3-line NMEA Input/Output

The MA-500TR has 15-pin D-SUB connector providing 3-lines of NMEA input/output on the rear panel. The supplied NMEA connector cable simplifies the installation and connection to the VHF radio and other navigation equipment.

GPS Receiver Comes with MA-500TR

The MXG-5000S GPS receiver is a 12 channel parallel GPS receiver with SBAS function.

General

Frequency range Tx 156.025–157.425 MHz
Rx 156.050–163.275 MHz
Rx (CH70) 156.525 MHz
RX (AIS) 162.025 MHz
Usable channel groups INT, USA, CAN, WX channels
Type of emission 16K0G3E (FM), 16K0G2B (DSC), 16K0GXW (GMSK)
Current drain
(at 7.2 V DC)
TX (6 W/1 W output) 1500 mA/700 mA (approx.)
RX (Inter SP/Exter SP Max. audio) 700 mA/350 mA (approx.)
Operating temperature range –20°C to +60°C; –4˚F to +140˚F
Antenna impedance 50 Ω
Dimensions (W×H×D)
(Projections not included)
60.9 × 145.8 × 43.8 mm;
2.4 × 5.7 × 1.7 in
Weight (approximately) 357 g ; 12.6 oz
(With BP-306, antenna, MB-133)

 

 

Transmitter

Output power (Hi/Low) 6 W/1 W
Max. frequency deviation ±5 kHz
Frequency stability ±10 ppm
Spurious emissions –68 dBc typical

 

 

Receiver

Sensitivity (at 12 dB SINAD)
DSC receiver (at 1% BER)
AIS receiver (at 20% PER)
0.25 μV typical
–3 dBμ emf typical
–107 dBm
Squelch sensitivity (Threshold) 0.25 μV typical
Adjacent channel selectivity
DSC receiver (at 1% BER)
AIS receiver (at 20% PER)
70 dB typical
73 dBμ emf
50 dB typical
Spurious response
DSC receiver (at 1% BER)
AIS receiver (at 20% PER)
70 dB typical
73 dBμ emf
50 dB typical
Intermodulation
DSC receiver (at 1% BER)
AIS receiver (at 20% PER)
70 dB typical
68 dBμ emf
50 dB typical
Hum and noise 40 dB
Audio output power
(at 10% distortion)
Internal SP 1500 mW typical (8 Ω load)
External SP 350 mW typical (8 Ω load)

 

Measurements made in accordance with TIA/EIA-603. All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

 

 

Applicable U.S. Military Specifications & IP Rating

Standard MIL-810 G
Method Procedure
Low Pressure 500.5 I, II
High Temperature 501.5 I, II
Low Temperature 502.5 I, II
Temperature Shock 503.5 I-C
Solar Radiation 505.5 I
Rain Blowing/Drip 506.5 I, III
Humidity 507.5 II
Salt Fog 509.5
Dust Blowing 510.5 I
Immersion 512.5 I
Vibration 514.6 I
Shock 516.6 I, IV

Also meets equivalent MIL-STD-810-C, -D, -E and -F.

Ingress Protection Standards
Water IPX7 (Waterproof protection)

 

All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

 

 

Supplied Accessories

  • BP-306 battery pack
  • BC-251 battery charger
  • AC adapter*
  • CP-26 cigarette lighter cable
  • MB-133 belt clip
  • Antenna
  • Hand strap

* May differ depending on version

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