SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX

GMDSS TRI-CHANNEL
NAVTEX RECEIVER
USER & INSTALLATION MANUAL

VESSEL IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION

Name
Call Sign
MMSI
SMARTFIND GMDSS
NAVTEX S/N
Antenna Type
RX frequencies
supported by antenna

518 kHz
490 kHz
4209.5 kHz

M 2010 Orolia Ltd

Part No: 93-204

Disclaimer
The information and illustrations contained in this publication are to the best of our
knowledge correct at the time of going to print. We reserve the right to change
specifications, equipment, installation and maintenance instructions without notice as
part of our policy of continuous product development and improvement. No part of this
publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form,
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accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in the publication, although every care
has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible.

Contents
SAFETY NOTICES....................................................................................... 4
ABOUT SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX ...................................................... 5
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................... 6
OPERATION ................................................................................................ 8
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX CONTROLS ............................................... 8
OPERATION ................................................................................................ 9
Receiving NAVTEX messages..................................................................... 10

SETUP MODE ............................................................................................ 14

SYSTEM ALARMS ..................................................................................... 22
ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY ....................................................................... 24
INSTALLATION ......................................................................................... 25
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX system overview......................................... 25
Electrical Connections ................................................................................. 28

ANTENNA INSTALLATION ....................................................................... 34

OPTIONS ................................................................................................... 38
EXTERNAL RECEIVER ............................................................................. 38
MAINTENANCE GUIDE ............................................................................. 38
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.................................................................... 39
SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................41
NAVTEX STATIONS LIST .......................................................................... 42
END OF LIFE STATEMENT ....................................................................... 47
PRODUCT WARRANTY ............................................................................ 48

SAFETY NOTICES
WARNING: Do not connect the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX main unit directly to an AC
electrical supply, as an electric shock or fire hazard could result.
WARNING: Do not connect the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX system to a DC supply
exceeding 31 V or reverse the supply polarity.
CAUTION: Do not bypass the built in fuse
CAUTION: The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX system is designed for operation in the
temperature range -15 pC to +55 pC. Do not use the system in environments which exceed this
range.
CAUTION: The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX unit is not water-proof. Consequently it must
be located in a dry place and must be protected from direct contact with water.
CAUTION: Do not locate the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX unit in a position where;
a) the controls of the vessel may be obstructed.
b) it may obstruct normal movement around the vessel.
c) it may cause bodily injury.
CAUTION: Unauthorised opening of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX unit or antenna
units will invalidate the warranty.
CAUTION: NAVTEX is for use as an aid to navigation and should not lead to a reduction in
the level of good seamanship required at all times.
CAUTION: Reception of NAVTEX messages cannot always be guaranteed and is dependant
on the quality of radio propagation at the time. No liability can be accepted for the non
transmission or non reception of NAVTEX messages.
CAUTION: Compass Safe Distances
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX main unit compass safe distance 0.87m
Compass deviation;

0.3 at 0.65m
1 at 0.41m.

Recommendation
Connection of a source of UTC data to either COM 1 or 2 is strongly
recommended for best operation of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX.

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QUICK START
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX is extremely easy to operate:
i

Apply equipment connections (page 27)

Apply power at the vessels power switch panel

The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX will start up after a few seconds delay

Set UTC time and date (automatic when connected to GNSS / GPS)

Select antenna configuration as passive or active (page 17)

The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX will now start to receive and display
NAVTEX messages dependant on the transmission schedule of the NAVTEX
stations within the vessels current region.

Note: It may be several hours before the first message is received; this is dependant
on NAVTEX transmission coverage provided locally.
Take the time to read this manual carefully as it contains essential information
regarding the operation and maintenance of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX and
a useful background to the NAVTEX system.
Should your have any questions, or require advice regarding Orolia products our
website frequently asked questions is a good place to start. From the web site you
can also leave a message for our customer service team, visit;
www.mcmurdomarine.com

ABOUT SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX

The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX has been designed to meet the requirements of
IMO (Intentional Maritime Organisation) MSC.148 (77) and IEC technical standard
61097-6 (Ed 2.0).
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX has three separate receiver channels, one each
tuned to 490 kHz, 518 kHz and 4209.5 kHz. The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX will
receive on all three frequencies simultaneously in those parts of the world where
transmissions are available (refer to Appendix 1).
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX can be set up to filter out stations and/or
message categories that are not required by the User.
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX is capable of being connected to an Integrated
Bridge System (IBS), transferring NAVTEX messages to other navigational aids if
required. Note that the IBS must be compliant with the serial port requirements of
IEC 61097-6 (Ed 2.0).

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The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX will accept UTC time & date information via
either COM port if available. UTC time & date will be used to timestamp received
NAVTEX messages.
Permanent installation of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX can be made with either
the bulkhead-mounting bracket or the flush panel mounting kit provided.
The NAVTEX antenna should be mounted where it is elevated clear of metal objects
in a location where it cannot easily be damaged.

INTRODUCTION
NAVTEX is a method of transmitting navigational warnings and weather forecasts
from designated coast radio stations. All English language transmissions are made on
the 518 kHz NAVTEX channel. Each NAVTEX station is allocated several time slots
during the day when it is permitted to transmit, normally at four hourly intervals. The
exceptions to this are gale warnings and search and rescue messages which may be
transmitted at any time.
Reception of 518 kHz NAVTEX transmissions is normally limited to an area of 200 300 miles radius around each transmitting station, although considerably greater
ranges are possible at night. Subject to IMO approval, additional local language
transmissions are sent on 490 kHz and on 4209.5 kHz, SMARTFIND GMDSS
NAVTEX supports simultaneous reception of all three NAVTEX channels.
Designed to the latest International specifications, SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX
meets IMO requirements under GMDSS and is designed for simplicity of operation. It
will provide up to date MSI (Marine Safety Information) and weather forecasts and is
suitable for use by all classes of commercial vessels and large pleasure craft. It will
display and store NAVTEX messages without manual intervention within designated
areas of NAVTEX service coverage.
If the vessel is located within the coverage area of several NAVTEX stations
(particularly at night), the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX may overwhelm you with
information. It can therefore be set up to display only those stations and message
categories you want to receive and which are applicable to the area in which the
vessel is currently sailing.
Normally, routine NAVTEX messages are repeated at four hourly intervals. Provided
that the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX is left running, repeated messages are not
displayed more than once. Each message is retained for three days (72 hours) after
its last reception before being automatically deleted, unless the message has been
marked as locked.
Full detail of the GMDSS NAVTEX service is published in the Admiralty List of Radio
Signals Volume 5, Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). Published
by the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office.

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The IMO and various national coastguards also have informative websites; see the
links page at www.mcmurdomarine.com

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OPERATION
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX CONTROLS
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX has been designed to be easy to use with an
intuitive user interface and softkeys.
Backlight key
Softkey labels
UTC (if available)
Status icons
Position (if available)

Main display area

Scroll bar
Softkeys
Indicator LED
Tracker pad
Enter key

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Display Icons
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX displays various icons in the status bar at the top
of the display.

SAR, warning alarm

Unread message indicator
The antenna or antenna cable is faulty
The 518 kHz receiver is receiving
The 490 kHz receiver is receiving
The 4209.5 kHz receiver is receiving
The external receiver is receiving

OPERATION
Switch on the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX by applying power via a circuit breaker
or switched fuse.
There will be a few seconds delay whilst the software loads the contents of the
NAVTEX message store during which time the front panel red LED will blink.

The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX start-up screen will now be shown.

This screen disappears after 30 seconds; it may be removed sooner by pressing any
key.

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The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX is now ready to receive NAVTEX messages.

Receiving NAVTEX messages

When the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX begins to receive a signal, one or more of
the receiver icons at the top of the screen will appear to indicate which of the
receivers is active.
When a complete message has been received, a pop-up appears on the display
indicating that a new message is available and the "unread message" icon flashes.
The message can be read by pressing the Enter key, or the popup can be removed
without reading the message by pressing the Right key. As each new message is
received, the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX may also generate a single short beep
to attract attention to the new message. This audible alert can be disabled on the
Setup mode: System options page if it is not required.
Any messages that are not read immediately will be marked with the "unread
message" symbol in both the Index and Summary modes. The "unread message"
icon at the top of the display continues to flash until all messages have been read.
Note that while the popup Navtex message box is on display only the Enter or Right
buttons have any effect; all other keys are disabled until the popup box is removed.

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Alarms
The message category is used to classify the nature of each NAVTEX message. Of
particular note are message types 'D' (search and rescue), 'A' and 'L' (navigational
warnings) and 'E', 'B' and 'C' (meteorological warnings). When a message with any of
these message categories is received the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX operates
its alarm relay contacts and transmits an NMEA "ALR" sentence to the currently
selected alarm port. The alarm relay continues to operate until the alarm is
acknowledged either by removing the popup or by reception of an appropriate NMEA
"ACK" sentence from another connected device. Search and rescue messages
(category 'D') cannot be read later; the popup box can only be cleared by pressing the
Enter key and reading the message.
Finding and viewing NAVTEX messages
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX displays NAVTEX messages in several ways
designed to make finding and viewing particular message categories or an individual
message easy and convenient.

Message Index

Message Summary

Full Message

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Message displays
view first lines
of each message
select another
message group
move cursor to

newest message

required message

selected message

select time frame

oldest message

for messages
view selected message

Message index display

select next
(newer) message
Go to next group
(see text)
go to previous group
(see text)
select previous
(older) message
Message summary display

scroll display up
select next
(newer) message
select previous
(older) message
scroll display down
view first lines
of each message

Full message display

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Message index display

The Message index display shows the identifiers of messages from a specific
receiver. Unread messages have an envelope () mark; locked messages (see Full
message display) have a key (O) mark.
Message identifiers can be expanded to show either the first two lines or the full
message by selecting the desired message and pushing the appropriate softkey.
Messages from another receiver can be displayed using the View softkey, which
cycles through the available sources.
Messages are grouped by time interval. The Show softkey cycles through the set
intervals.
Message summary display
The Message summary display shows the first two lines of each message, selected
by various criteria.
Selection criteria are time, station identity and message type. The Sort by softkey
cycles through these criteria.
Depending on the selection, the group is a 4-hour period, a station or a message
type.
The Show softkey controls the total number of messages displayed by suppressing
messages which are older than the selected time frame.
A message can be shown in full by selecting it and pushing the View softkey.
Full message display
Because messages are automatically erased 72 hours after they are received, it is
necessary to take action to retain an important message beyond this time. Displaying
the message and pressing the Lock softkey causes the message to be retained
indefinitely. A locked message is identified by a key (O) mark in the Index display.
A locked message is unlocked by displaying it (in this view) and pressing the Unlock
softkey.
Up to 250 messages can be saved for long term retention; once the limit has been
reached, operating the Lock softkey will not lock any more messages until some are
unlocked again.
Minimising the number of messages displayed
After the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX has been switched on for a while there will
be a large number of NAVTEX messages stored in memory. These can be quite
overwhelming if the user is looking for particular message categories or an individual
message.
Several design features have been incorporated into the SMARTFIND GMDSS
NAVTEX to make day to day operation easier:
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Separate frequency channel pages

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Station filtering

Message category filtering

Time-limited display of messages

Separate frequency channel pages

A separate NAVTEX message display is provided for each of the 3 receiver channels.
All 518 kHz messages appear together, all 490 kHz messages appear together and
all 4209.5 kHz messages appear together. Switch between these displays by using
the View softkey.
Station filtering
NAVTEX transmitting stations that are not required can be de-selected by making the
appropriate selections in the Setup screens.
Message category filtering
NAVTEX message categories that are not required can be de-selected by making the
appropriate selections in the Setup screens.
Time-limited display of messages
In order to access recent messages quickly the Show softkey can be used to show
only NAVTEX messages that have been received in the selected time period (last
4 hours, last 12 hours etc)

SETUP MODE
To enter Setup mode, press and hold the ENTER key for 3 seconds.
All of the user-editable setup parameters are stored in non-volatile memory and will
be unchanged after a power cycle, unless otherwise stated in the descriptions of each
individual page.
To exit from Setup mode and return to normal operating mode, press and hold the
ENTER key for 3 seconds until the display returns to normal operating mode, or press
the top softkey to select the next main page.
Note that message pop-ups do not appear while in Setup mode to ensure they do not
interrupt the editing of a configuration field. Always exit from Setup mode when you
have finished configuring the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX and return to normal
mode before leaving the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX unattended.

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NAVTEX message headers

At the beginning of each NAVTEX message there is a message header which
identifies the source and nature of message, time and date of reception, received
frequency and error rate.
For example:

KA59 14:16

19-Jul

518

0%
Receiver error rate
Received frequency
UTC date
UTC time
Message identifier

KA59

Serial number
Message category
Transmitting Station

In the Message Index display only the message identifier is visible.

It is recommended that the user takes time to set up the SMARTFIND GMDSS
NAVTEX to filter out those stations and message categories that are not required. In
this way the display is kept uncluttered; only those messages that are required will be
visible.
Messages are selected for display by the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEXs software
comparing the Station and Message Category information encoded into the message
identifier (e.g. KA in the diagram above) with the filter settings entered by the user
during setup.

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Colour coding of NAVTEX message headers

The NAVTEX message information bars are colour coded for each type of message
as defined in the table below.
ID

Message category

Colour

A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M to U
V
W
X, Y
Z

Navigational warnings
Meteorological warnings
Ice reports
Search and rescue information and pirate warnings
Meteorological forecasts
Pilot service messages
AIS, DECCA messages
LORAN messages
Not currently used
SATNAV messages (GPS, GLONASS)
Other electronic navaid system messages
Navigational warnings (additional)
Not currently used
Notice to fishermen (US only)
Environmental (US only)
Not currently used
No message on hand

CYAN
GREEN
GREEN
RED
GREEN
MAGENTA
BROWN
BROWN
BROWN
BROWN
BROWN
CYAN
BROWN
BROWN
BROWN
BROWN
BROWN

Message filters
To enter setup mode, press and hold the ENTER key. After a few seconds the
Message filters page will be displayed.

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This page can be used to indicate that messages from specified Transmitting Stations
or of specified Message Categories should NOT be displayed, stored or output as
required.
Each receiver has its own separate set of message filters; pressing the Select
XXXX kHz RECEIVER softkey cycles round the available receivers. The message
filter settings are all non-volatile and will be unchanged after a power cycle.
By default only message categories A to F, H, J to L, V and Z are enabled for
all Transmitting Stations. This is indicated by the check boxes for categories G, I,
M to U and W to Y all being marked to indicate that they are being filtered out.
In order to deselect a Transmitting Station or Message Category, navigate to the
relevant checkbox using the pad (, , and keys) and press ENTER. The
checkbox will then be marked to indicate that the Transmitting Station (or Message
Category, as appropriate) is now deselected and will not appear on the display.
Note that deselecting a Message Category (say I) in the top row (labelled All) will
remove Message Category I from all Transmitting Stations. To disable message
categories from a specific station identity (e.g. K), scroll down until the selection
panel for K is displayed, then select the appropriate check box. Deselecting the first
message category (labelled *) will toggle the state of all Message Categories from
the selected Station.
Message categories A, B, D and L cannot be individually controlled. If all
message categories for a station are deselected then categories A, B, D and L will
also be inhibited so the station will be completely disabled. If at least one message
category is enabled for a particular station, then messages A, B, D and L will also
be enabled for that station.
There are three sets of message filter options for every Transmitting Station and
Message Category. The STORE filter indicates that the selected message shall be
neither displayed nor stored in the non-volatile memory. The NRX filter indicates that
the message shall not be sent to either COM 1 or 2 on reception (if output of NRX
sentences to either COM 1 or 2 is enabled). The PRINT filter indicates that the
selected message should not be sent to the printer on reception (if printer output is
enabled).
Note that the ENTER key toggles the value of any check box from checked to
unchecked and back again. Similarly, toggling any check box in the All row, or in the
column headed * will toggle the other entries in the row or column as appropriate.

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Setup mode: Receiver options

The Setup mode: Receiver options page contains diagnostics to assist with
installing and fault finding the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX.

The lower part of the display is a monitor area which shows all received NAVTEX
characters in real time from the receiver selected as the monitor source, including the
phasing character () and receive character error symbol (@), regardless of
transmitting station and message category filter settings.

Setup parameter

Comment

Antenna power

Enabled for active antenna

or Disabled for passive antenna

Antenna status

Unknown:
Active:
Passive:
Overload:
Error:

Signal strength

see Troubleshooting guide

an active antenna is connected
a passive antenna is connected
excessive current; see Troubleshooting guide
see Troubleshooting guide

The size of the bar indicates the highest signal strength being
currently received by any of the three receivers
Monitor source

Selects which receiver to monitor. This parameter is always reset

to None after a power cycle.

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Checking the antenna:

You may wish to check that the NAVTEX antenna position is suitable by inspecting
the signal strength during a known NAVTEX transmission from a local station.
Interpreting the diagnostics aids:
When a NAVTEX signal is being received, the appropriate receiver frequency icon
appears at the top of the display. If the Monitor source is set to this frequency then the
received data will appear in the Monitor window.
Use the Receive icon, Signal strength bar and Monitor window to help diagnose
installation problems and/or as a check that your SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX is
working correctly.

Receive
icon

Signal strength
bar

Monitor
window

Comments

OFF

No new chars
being received

No current NAVTEX transmission

OFF

No new chars
being received

Local in-band interference

present, or NAVTEX station
transmitting un-modulated RF

Set monitor source

to 518 kHz

Correct operation, NAVTEX data

will be shown in monitor window

Setup mode: System options

The Setup mode: System options page contains general information about the
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX and allows control over several aspects of the user
interface.

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Setup
parameter

Description

Software version
Display model
Serial no
Operating Mode

These parameters show the software version, hardware model and

the individual serial number of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX.
These values cannot be edited
Normal normal use aboard vessel
Shore Station displays all messages including repeats, ignoring
filters and 72-hour limit
Demonstration for use at exhibitions, etc
These parameters allow the time and date to be set manually in
installations where there is no source of ZDA sentences
Selects whether the LED on the front of the SMARTFIND GMDSS
NAVTEX is used to indicate a new message or an active alarm
Allows key click sound to be disabled

Time
Date
LED function
Key click
Audible alarm

Message pop-up
Full font size
NMEA checksums
Screen timeout

Skip 4209 index

Skip ext index

Allows the internal audible alarm to be disabled in installations

where the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX is not located at the main
navigation position of the vessel. Note that this setting does not
affect the operation of the integral alarm relay or the generation of
alarm sentences.
Allows message popups to be disabled
or confined to SAR messages only
Offers three choices of message font size in Full Message view
Controls if incoming NMEA sentences require checksums (for
compatibility with older equipment)
This setting allows the display to be automatically blanked after a
certain period of time. While the display is blanked, pressing any
key, or the receipt of a new message will turn it on again. Note that
this setting only affects the display screen; all the receivers in the
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX continue to work normally even
while the display is blanked.
These fields allow the 4209.5 kHz or external receiver index pages
to be skipped in installations where the 4209.5 kHz receiver or the
external receiver are not used

WARNING: Because messages are automatically deleted after 72 hours, changing

the time or date may cause stored messages to be lost.

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Setup mode: Serial options

The Setup mode: Serial options page contains setup and configuration
parameters for the two serial ports on the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX unit. The
lower section of the display provides a monitoring facility for incoming messages on
the selected port.

Setup parameter

Description

COM 1 port speed

COM 2 port speed
Print delay

Selects the baud rate for each serial port

Printer width
Printer mode

Monitor source
Printer output
NRX output
ALR output

Specifies a number of seconds to pause between printing each

message. This may be used to restrict the output of the
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX when using a slow printer
Specifies the number of characters to output on each line when
printing messages. This must be at least 40 characters
Selects between On receipt printing where the SMARTFIND
GMDSS NAVTEX prints all messages as they are received and
On demand printing where the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX
only prints selected messages when requested by the user
Selects serial interface for monitoring. This parameter is always
reset to none after a power cycle
Selects which serial port is used for printing
Selects which serial port is used for the output of NRX sentences
when a message is received
Selects which serial port is used for the output of ALR sentences

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SYSTEM ALARMS
An alarm event state will always generate a message for sending to an IBS or remote
alarm panel as well as actuating the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEXs remote alarm
relay contacts.
The front panel LED and the buzzer are programmable see Setup mode:
System options. Consequently, these indicators may or may not activate to
indicate an alarm. For bridge operation an IMO compliant external alarm should be
fitted see page 32
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX may generate alarms with the following alarm
numbers:

Alarm
number

Alarm text

001

NAVTEX: Navigational warning

002

NAVTEX: Meteorological warning

003

NAVTEX: Search and rescue information

004

NAVTEX: Receiver (x) malfunction

005

NAVTEX: Self test error

006

NAVTEX: General failure

051

NAVTEX: Memory full

052

NAVTEX: Antenna error

053

NAVTEX: Antenna overload

RECEIVER MONITORING
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX continuously monitors the signals being
received, and generates a Receiver (x) malfunction alarm (ID code 004) should any
receiver appear to be operating incorrectly. The x in the alarm message is 1 for the
490 KHz receiver; 2 for the 518 kHz receiver and 3 for the 4209.5 kHz receiver.
Serial interfaces
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX has an IEC 61162-2 compatible serial interface
which can be used to connect the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX to other equipment
such as an integrated bridge system or a PC running charting software. The IEC
61162-2 serial interface also allows for the connection of a serial printer. The
integrated bridge system should be connected to the COM port of the SMARTFIND
GMDSS NAVTEX (using the 15-way D-type socket at the rear).
Printer Operation (option)
When the Printer mode setting on the Setup mode : Serial options page is
set to On Receipt, the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX outputs every message to the
printer as it is received, subject to the control of the message filters. In this mode, the

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SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX operates in a similar manner to a traditional paperbased NAVTEX receiver.
However, in order to conserve paper, when the Printer mode setting on the
Setup mode : Serial options page is set to On Demand, the SMARTFIND
GMDSS NAVTEX will only print messages when instructed to do so.
To print all messages as they are received:
Set the Printer mode setting to On receipt
Ensure all the PRINT checkboxes for all stations and message categories on the
message filters page for each receiver are not checked
To print all stored messages from a specified receiver:
Ensure all the PRINT checkboxes for all stations and message categories on the
message filters page for each receiver are not checked
Press the Print Messages softkey on each of the Message filters pages to
print out all the messages for the corresponding receiver
To print messages from selected stations and message categories as they are
received:
Set the Printer mode setting to On receipt
Use the message filters to filter out the unwanted stations and message categories
To print individual messages only on demand:
Set the Printer mode setting to On demand
While viewing the full text of a message, press the Print Message soft key
Note that this will always print the current message, irrespective of the settings of
the message filters
To print all messages from specified locations or specified message categories
only on demand:
Set the Printer mode setting to On demand
Set the PRINT checkboxes on the Message filters page to filter out the
unwanted stations and message categories
Press the Print Messages softkey to print out all the messages which are not to be
filtered out.
Note that this will only print out the messages for the current receiver. To print all
the messages for each receiver it is necessary to operate the Print Messages
softkey on each of the Message filters pages in turn.

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ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY

LCD setup day & night modes
To enter LCD setup mode, press and hold the illumination key for 3 seconds the LCD
setup: Day mode page will be displayed.

Use the left and right ( and ) keys to adjust the LCD contrast.
Use the up and down ( and ) keys to adjust the LCD brightness.
To change the night mode settings, briefly press the illumination key. The
LCD setup: night mode page will be displayed.

Note: These settings are non-volatile and will be unchanged after a power cycle.
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INSTALLATION
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX system overview
For simplicity, power is shown diagrammatically throughout;
fuses, circuit breakers, alternative supplies, etc are omitted.

SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX Minimum System

SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX Expanded System

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Trunnion mounting the display

The standard bulkhead mounting U-Bracket can be used to mount the SMARTFIND
GMDSS NAVTEX above or below a horizontal (or near horizontal) surface.

Hole size
to fit #10 screw:
3.5mm

Drilling drawing (mm)

Select hole size to suit method of fixing mountings
clear or tapped holes.
Rear view of trunnion bracket assembly
Ensure that rubber washers are fitted between
the trunnion bracket and the plastic enclosure.
Tilt the display to the correct viewing angle.
Tighten the two thumbwheels.
Mounted dimensions:
Height: 150 mm
Width: 270 mm
Depth:

120 mm (over connectors)

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Flush mounting the display

If the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX is to
be mounted through a flat panel, use the
flush mounting kit provided.
A cutting template is supplied with the
flush mounting kit. This template carries
full fitting instructions.

Warning: Do not mount the SMARTFIND

GMDSS NAVTEX in a position where sea
spray can reach it, or where it may be
exposed to direct sunlight

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Electrical Connections
This manual is concerned only with the installation of the SMARTFIND GMDSS
NAVTEX and does not cover the installation of peripheral equipment connected to the
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX such as printers, navigational systems or source of
NMEA data in detail. For proper installation and connection of peripheral equipment
refer to the installation manuals for these products.
The table below shows the connections that must be made to the SMARTFIND
GMDSS NAVTEX for it to function correctly.

Connection

Must connect

Ships earth connection

$
$
$
$

12V or 24 V DC power supply

NAVTEX antenna
Alarm Relay
NMEA or IBS UTC (time) reference
Integrated Bridge/Navigation System

See Note 1

Optional

See Note 1

External printer

$
$

Note 1: Connecting a UTC (time) reference (e.g. a GPS receiver) is highly

recommended.
Ships earth connection
The earth terminal on the rear of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX display must be
connected to ships ground by the earth cable supplied. The earth connection should
be kept as short as possible.

Safety Warning
To ensure the best possible protection of the NAVTEX from
static electricity or nearby lighting strikes, the pre-fitted green
grounding wire (connected to the safety earth spade) must be
connected to a nearby (hull) electrical grounding point.

12V or 24 V DC power connection

A connection must be made to a 12 or 24 V DC supply via a circuit breaker capable of
supplying at least 2 amps. Connection should be to the ships radio battery and be in
accordance with GMDSS requirements.
i

Connections should be made using the 2 m power cable provided

Use cable ties to restrain the wiring, and so prevent it becoming weakened
by vibration. The connecting cables should be restrained by securing them to
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the rear of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX bracket, or to adjacent

metalwork
i

The screen of the cable should be connected to ships earth if possible. The
screen of the cable should not be connected to ships battery ve

Safety Warning
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX has been designed and manufactured
to be completely safe when used in accordance with the instructions
given in this manual. To ensure that the complete installation is safe, it
is essential that a fuse or circuit breaker is installed in the power supply
cable as described in the Installation section of this manual.
Isolation between the power supply connections and any other connection to the
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX is 1 kV minimum.
The DC power source should comply with IMO guidelines for the class of vessel
concerned. National authorities and classification societies may have their own power
supply requirements; these should also be considered.
Signal cable connections
As shown in the table above, the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX may be connected
to different types of peripheral units including IBS & INS serial ports and printers.
The signal connections are all connected via a serial RS422 type interface; data rates
are selectable at 4800, 38400 or 115200 baud.
In some cases, particularly in retrofit installations, it may not be possible to connect
the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX directly to the required source/destination for
serial data, because some equipment does not provide the IEC 61162-2 (NMEA)
sentences required by the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX unit. In such cases a
protocol converter is required between the sensor and the SMARTFIND GMDSS
NAVTEX. Converters are available from different manufacturers, either as direct
protocol converters or frequently as repeater instruments for the sensor.
IEC 61162-1 alarm message example
The alarm number and text are output as part of a standard ALR sentence format, for
example:
$CRALR,<time>,004,A,A,NAVTEX: Meteorological warning*<checksum>

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Signal line termination

RS422 signal lines may need termination resistors at the far end of the serial cable
connected to the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX, depending on the length of
connecting cable and the rate of data transmission. Both COM 1 & 2 in the
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX have inbuilt 100 termination resistors for both Tx
and Rx.
Whether termination is required depends on many factors, particularly the length of
the signal cable and the environment in which the equipment is operating. The

Talker
(NAVTEX)

Listener
(may need
termination)

Terminating
resistor
Ground cable
screen at
NAVTEX ONLY

principle is shown in the sketch:

There is only one talker per twisted pair; there can be several listeners. The intention
is that terminations must be provided by the devices at the ends of the line, regardless
of whether they are listeners or the talker, and that no other device should provide a
termination.
Since the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX contains internal termination, it MUST be at
the end of the line and NOT in the middle.
It is good practice to use screened cables in all ship cable installations. Take care to
connect the cable screen to ships ground at one end only of the cable, as connecting
at both ends may cause ground loops and interference to the signals. The cable
screen should not be connected to any part of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX.
Connecting to COM port serial interface
The display connection cable is supplied ready for use, and needs only to be plugged
into the appropriate connector on the SMARTFIND GMDSS
5
1
NAVTEX.
Display cable: Six twisted pairs, screened, PVC sheathed.
2
For lengths to 200 meters, use 0.22 mm (7/32); Belden
8106 or equivalent.

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10
15

6
11

The connections to the15-pin socket on the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX are given
below. Note that the cable screen should not be connected to any part of the
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX.

Power, Alarm & COM port

Connection

Pin
Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

(2m cable supplied)

SMARTFIND
GMDSS
NAVTEX
O/P

IBS_TXA

Cable Colour

Notes

WHITE/BLUE

O/P to COM 1 or 2

+V
(12/24 V DC nominal)
-V (0V)

I/P

RED/BLUE

Ships supply +ve

I/P

BLUE/RED

Ships supply -ve

IBS_TXB

O/P

BLUE/WHITE

O/P to COM 1 or 2

AUX_NC
AUX_NO
AUX_COM

O/P
O/P
O/P

ORANGE/WHITE
WHITE/BROWN
WHITE/GREY

Alarm Relay NC
Alarm Relay NO
Alarm Relay COM

IBS_RXB
IBS_RXA

I/P
I/P

GREEN/WHITE
WHITE/GREEN

I/P from COM 1 or 2

I/P from COM 1 or 2

Connecting to the NMEA 0183 interface

If a connection to NMEA 0183 compatible equipment is
required then a suitable cable has to be purchased or
manufactured.
Recommended NMEA 0183 cable: Two twisted pairs,
screened, PVC sheathed. For lengths to 200 meters, use
2
0.22 mm (7/32); Belden 8102 or equivalent.

1
9

The connections to the D-Sub 9-pin socket on the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX are
given below. Note that the cable screen should not be connected to any part of the
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX.

COM 2
Pin Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Connection

Notes

SER_TXB

O/P to NMEA 0183 (printer)

SER_RXB

I/P from NMEA 0183

SER_TXA
SER_RXA

O/P to NMEA 0183 (printer)

I/P from NMEA 0183

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Alarm relay
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX provides a relay connection which can be
selected as normally closed or normally open contacts.
The alarm relay function is configurable from within the setup pages and can be set
(for example) to switch (change state) on receipt of a Search and Rescue
message or for a system fault.
The red LED on the front panel of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX mirrors the
function of the alarm relay.

Red LED function

LED OFF
LED ON

Alarm relay NC contact closed

Alarm relay NO contact closed

Recommended Remote Klaxon alarm unit (loud bridge repeater alarm) Orolia Ltd part
40-187.
Recommended cable for connection of alarm relay:
One twisted pair, shielded, PVC sheathed. The required cable dimension is
dependent on the current necessary to activate the alarm indicator.
Built in alarm relay ratings:

Alarm relay absolute maximum ratings

Maximum switching current in

contacts (inductive load)
Maximum switching current in
contacts (resistive load)
Maximum switching voltage

1.0 Amp

3.0 Amp
120 V AC or 24 V DC
N/C
Com
N/O

SMARTFIND
GMDSS NAVTEX

External connections

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Rear Panel Connections

TNC RF connector
/8 Spade terminal ground pin
9-way D-type COM 2

15-way D-type power and COM 1 and alarm relay

The auxiliary alarm contact is capable of switching up to 24 V DC at up to 1A

(inductive load). The contacts are not connected to any internal voltages.

The power supply input is isolated from the case and antenna. It must remain
within the range 10.8 31.2 V DC (12/24 V DC nominal) at all times.

Connecting a Printer
The recommended external printer option is the Seiko DPU-414; the default printer
parameters are set correctly for this model. The printer should be connected to COM
2 of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX (the 9-way D-type socket at the rear):
DPU-414 pin 3 (RxD) to SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX pin 7 (TxA)
DPU-414 pin 5 (Gnd) to SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX pin 2 (TxB)
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After connecting the printer, set the 'Printer output' parameter to COM 2 on the
Setup mode: Serial options page and ensure that the NRX output and 'Alarm
output' parameters are set to either 'IBS' or 'None'. Set the COM 2 port speed to
4800.
The printer is powered by the mains adaptor supplied and must be configured for
correct operation. The standard default settings for the printer should be used, except
for the following:
SW-1
SW-2
SW-3
SW-3

Set for serial interface (not parallel)

Set for English (not Japanese)
Set for XON/XOFF control (not H/W BUSY)
Set for 4800bps (not 75bps)

Refer to the DPU-414 manual for details of how to set these parameters.
The compass safe distance for the printer is 1.0 m.
The printer should be secured to prevent it moving during operation. The use of
adhesive foam pads is recommended.

ANTENNA INSTALLATION
Selecting a suitable antenna
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX receives transmissions on three frequencies. 518
kHz transmissions are in International English; 490 kHz and 4209.5 kHz
transmissions may be in a local language.
To receive on all frequencies the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX must be used with a
wide frequency (400 kHz to 5 MHz) antenna that covers 518 kHz, 490 kHz and
4209.5 kHz.
If you have purchased the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX receiver without an
antenna then a suitable active NAVTEX antenna should be used. Orolia Ltd
recommends the 905-05 as described in the following section.
If an alternative antenna type is used it must be a low impedance 50 ohm
antenna or an antenna with a 50 ohm matching network. A mis-matched or high
impedance whip or wire antenna should not be used as the operational range of
NAVTEX reception may be greatly reduced; it is also important that the antenna is
capable of reception over the frequency range specified above.
Wire or long whip antennas must be fitted with a 50 ohm matching transformer.
Important, disable the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX antenna power setting refer
to Setup Receiver mode for details. If in any doubt a qualified GMDSS installer
should be consulted.

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SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX Minimum System

Important
NAVTEX antennas must be mounted clear of obstructions and at least
0.5 metres away from other antennas.
Where practical avoid locating the NAVTEX antenna close to MF / HF
transmitting antennas or VHF / AIS antennas.
Ensure that antennas cannot be snagged by mooring warps or running
rigging or engulfed by green water.
Antennas should always be mounted vertically in an elevated position.

Installation of the tri-channel NAVTEX antenna

Metal, rigging or other antennae must not be located in the 'NO GO cone' surrounding
the upper part.
Use the mounting bracket supplied; an alternative mounting kit may be purchased if
the mounting arrangement is unsuitable for your installation.
Attach the clamping brackets to the antenna mounting adapter and use the clamping
arrangement to fix to a suitable vertical tube.

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Typical installation of
active antenna

Thread the PL259 connector end of the coax cable through the antenna mounting
adapter and secure the connector to the antenna 1" threaded adapter.
Slide the rubber boot over the PL259 connector; if desired, it may be filled with
silicone grease for a better weatherproof seal.
Screw the antenna down into the antenna mounting adapter.
Ensure that the mounting adapter is connected to ground. If necessary, connect a
2
grounding wire, 2.5 mm minimum, to a suitable ground point.
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Installation of the antenna cable

Start routing the antenna cable at the antenna end.
Where the cable passes through bulkheads or decks, waterproof deck glands should
be installed. Securely fasten the cable against vibration using plastic cable tie wraps.
Complete routing of the antenna cable at the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX TNC
connector.
Fitting the TNC connector
A TNC connector is supplied as part of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX Receiver
Kit.
i

Place the rubber boot, gland nut, washer and rubber seal onto cable.
Remove the outer insulation for a distance of 8mm.

Slide the cable braid sleeve over the screen braid, fold the braid back and
trim off extra braid.

Strip 2.5mm of the inner insulation to

expose the centre conductor.

Solder the pin onto the centre conductor.

Assemble the connector and tighten

the gland nut. Push the rubber boot
securely over the gland nut.

Rubber boot

Ru

Extending the antenna coax cable

If required, the coaxial cable may be extended with 50 ohm coaxial cable and
connectors. The maximum cable length should not exceed 100 m. Ensure that any
cable joints are well secured and waterproofed using self-amalgamating (rubber) tape.
Cable should be RG-58 / RG-67 / RG-213 / RG-214 grade or better; connectors
should be suitable RF types (TNC, BNC, etc).
Testing the tri-channel active antenna installation
By default the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX provides a regulated 12 V DC (nom)
100 mA output to provide power for an active antenna such as the one supplied as
part of a SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX System.

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If you are using an alternative active antenna please check that it is compatible with
this power output. If it is not, then an external power supply interface will be required.
Your antenna supplier should be able to provide this.

WARNING

Take care not to apply power to the antenna TNC connector

from an external supply

Switch on the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX by applying power (12 V DC or 24 V

DC) via a circuit breaker or fuse.
There will be a few seconds delay whilst the software loads the contents of the
NAVTEX message store during which time the front panel red LED will blink.
The LCD display backlight will come on and the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX startup screen will be shown.
If the antenna fault icon appears along the top of the display, switch off immediately
and check for a short circuit at the antenna, the TNC connector or any other RF
connections in-between. If the fault persists then please follow the trouble shooting
guide in this manual.
Passive antenna installation
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX regulated 12 V DC 100mA output should be
disabled for passive antenna installations or for installations using a matching
transformer.
NOTE: This should be done the first time that power is applied to the
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX BEFORE the antenna is connected.
Switch on the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX by applying power (12 V DC or 24 V
DC) via a circuit breaker or fuse.
There will be a few seconds delay whilst the software loads the contents of the
NAVTEX message store during which time the front panel red LED will blink.
The LCD display backlight will come on and the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX startup screen will be shown.
If the antenna fault icon appears along the top of the display, switch off immediately
and check for a short circuit at the antenna, the TNC connector or any other RF
connections in-between. If the fault persists then please follow the trouble shooting
guide in this manual.

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OPTIONS
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX ancillary items:

Model

Description

Code

ANA2 Active
NAVTEX Antenna

Commercial grade 518 490 kHz + 4209.5 kHz, SO239

socket, white glass fibre construction with 1 inch nut fitting

93-063A

Stand-off Mounting
Bracket A

Pole mount stand-off bracket for NAVTEX Antenna, 1 inch

bolt mount fitting (for 93-063A).

93-064A

Stand-off Mounting
Bracket B

Pole or Wall mount stand-off bracket for NAVTEX Antenna,

1 inch bolt mount fitting (for 93-063A).

93-065A

Deck Mounting
Bracket C

Deck mount for NAVTEX antenna, 1inch bolt mount fitting

(for 93-063A).

93-066A

Antenna Cable Kit

20 m antenna cable kit (for 93-063A).

93-067A

ANA1 Active
NAVTEX Antenna

Light duty, 1m stainless steel wideband active whip antenna

complete with 20 m attached cable and fixing plastic bracket

93-062A

Klaxon alarm unit

Remote Klaxon alarm unit (loud bridge repeater alarm)

40-187

Seiko DPU-414

Remote thermal roll printer (sold directly by Seiko agents)

N/A

EXTERNAL RECEIVER
The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX has the capability to receive from an external
receiver (not supplied) on an additional NAVTEX frequency should such an additional
frequency be mandated by the IMO in the future.
NAVTEX messages from the external receiver appear on the View EXTERNAL
RECEIVER page.
The external NAVTEX data must be presented as a stream of NMEA NRX sentences
as defined in Annex C of the IEC 61097-6 Ed.2 (2005) specification.
The external receiver may be another SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX; in such a
case, a single antenna may serve several displays. For more information, contact
your dealer or the Orolia Ltd Customer Service team.

MAINTENANCE GUIDE
General Points to Check
i Periodically make sure that the antenna connector is well sealed and that there
isnt sign of corrosion around the PL259 connector
i

Make sure connections to the back of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX

display are secure

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Cleaning Instructions
i Periodically clean the LCD front window with a soft lint-free cloth (such as
those supplied by opticians to clean spectacles)
i

Do not used cleaning solvents on any part of the SMARTFIND GMDSS

NAVTEX

CAUTION: Avoid using chemical solvents to clean the system as some

solvents can damage the case material.
NOTE: The SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX contains no user serviceable parts.
Contact your Service Agent for repair advice or contact the Orolia Ltd Customer
Service team.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
General Points to Check
i Make sure the antenna is mounted vertically and is clear of obstructions
i

Make sure the vessel is operating within the coverage area of a NAVTEX
transmitter

When the NAVTEX station(s) selected are transmitting, icons for 490, 518 and
4209.5 kHz show whenever a NAVTEX signal is received

Ensure that the required NAVTEX station and message categories have not
been deselected in the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX setup menu

Antenna fault icon appears at the top of the display: active antenna
1
Turn off the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX
2
Disconnect the active antenna and check that there is not a
short across the antennas TNC connector
3
Turn on the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX, apply a 120 ohm
5 W resistor across the TNC connector. If there is 12 V DC
across the TNC then either the antenna or coax cable is faulty
4
If there is not 12 V DC across the TNC connector then check
that Antenna power : Enabled is selected in the setup
screens
5
If these instructions do not work then please contact your
service agent
Antenna fault icon appears at the top of the display: passive antenna
1
Turn off the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX
2
Disconnect the passive antenna and check that there is not a
short across the antenna TNC connector

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3
4

Check that the Antenna power setting is set to Disabled

on the Receiver options setup screen
If these instructions do not work then please contact your
service agent

No new message reception

1
Is the vessel within range of a NAVTEX transmitting station?
2
Has there been a scheduled transmission since the
SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX was first switched on?
3
Check that the antenna is clear of obstructions and has not
suffered external damage and that the antenna cable is not
damaged
4
Check that the antenna fault icon is not being displayed on the
status bar at the top of the display
5
View the Setup mode: Receiver options screen check
That the correct antenna power setting is selected according to
antenna type fitted, active antenna require that the antenna
voltage to be set to; Enable
6
View the Setup mode: Receiver options screen view
the signal strength indicator, a constantly strong reading (no
receive icon displayed) can indicate that a strong local
interfering signal is blocking NAVTEX reception.
Testing a 93-063A tri-channel active antenna active antenna
If it is suspected that reception is being compromised by the antenna performance,
the antenna should be checked for electrical damage.
Disconnect the antenna from the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX by unscrewing the
TNC connector at the back of the SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX.
Using a DVM set on resistance, measure across the TNC RF connector from the
centre pin to the outer ferrule, looking back up towards the antenna.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MEASURE THE RESISTANCE
OF THE TNC SOCKET ON THE SMARTFIND GMDSS NAVTEX.
A good antenna will show a reading in the range 1500 2000 ohms.
A failed antenna will show a reading < 1000 ohms.
If a reading of greater than 5000 ohms is measured, then there is a continuity problem
with the connector or cable; these should be checked for damage or misconnection.
Note that these resistance values only apply to a 93-063A active antenna as supplied
by Orolia Ltd. Other active antennas will have different resistance readings; consult
the supplier in order to check such antennas.

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Environmental:

SPECIFICATIONS

Operating Temperature Range

-15 to +55C

Technical
Specification

Storage Temperature Range 20 to + 55C

SMARTFIND GMDSS
NAVTEX Receiver

Humidity 0 to 95%, noncondensing

Display:

6 inch, VGA (480 x 320

pixels) Daylight viewable
colour STN with adjustable
backlight and screensaver

Controls:

Backlight/ contrast key, Enter

key, four soft menu keys,
Tracker pad

Receivers:

Receiver A, Frequency
518kHz

Compass safe distance 0.87

metres
Mounting:

Desk-top or bulkhead (flush

panel fixing kit included)

Power:

Voltage range 12/24 V DC

nominal (10.8 V to 31.2 V)
Consumption, with backlight
on 8.6 W @ 24 V DC
Internal auto resettable fuse @
1.8 A DC

Receiver B, Frequency
490kHz
Receiver C, Frequency
4209.5kHz

Technical Standards:

IMO Resolutions,
MSC.148(77) A.2.1 (17),
SOLAS Regulation IV/7.1.4,
ITU-R M.540-2, ITU-R M.6253, IEC 60945-4, IEC 61162-1,
-2, IEC 61162-2, IEC 61097-6

Additional Sales
Options:

ANA1 light duty active

NAVTEX antenna with 20m
cable and stand off bracket

Sensitivity <2 microvolts

Frequency stability +/- 10Hz
Connectors:

15 way D-type, Power, Alarm

& COM 1 data (2 meter cable
supplied with connector pre
wired)

ANA2 heavy duty active

NAVTEX antenna with PL
socket

9 way D-type, Printer/ COM2

Antenna connector, 50 ohm
TNC

Type A stand-off mounting

bracket for ANA2

Ground connector, 1/8 Spade

terminal
Data interface:

Type B long reach stand-off

mounting bracket for ANA2

COM 1, RS422 (NMEA 0183)

IEC 61162-2 serial port

Type C deck mount bracket for

ANA2

COM 2, RS422 (NMEA 0183)

IEC 61162-1 serial/ printer

Antenna Cable kit for ANA2,

20m

Baud rate, 4800, 38400,

115200.
NMEA sentences supported
(in priority order) RMC, GLL,
ZDA for UTC and NRX, NRQ,
NMK, ACK, ALR for NAVTEX
functions.
Alarms:

Vital/ SAR message receipt

(internal buzzer)
Alarm state NMEA message
data output COM1/COM2
Remote alarm relay contact
1A @ 120VAC/ 24VDC

Antenna voltage
output

12 V DC @ 100mA
(selectable)

Antenna type
(option)

50 ohm, dual band 490 4209.5 KHz active or passive

NAVTEX message
memory:

300 x 500 character messages

per receiver (minimum)

Dimensions:

219W x 151H x 76D mm

(excluding connectors)
Weight 1100g (including
bracket)

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NAVTEX STATIONS LIST

518 kHz NAVTEX stations

Id
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
E
E
E
E
E

Area
01
02
03
04
09
11
13
15
01
03
04
07
09
11
13
15
01
03
04
07
08
11
12
13
15
01
02
03
11
12
13
15
01
03
11
12
15

Country
Svalbard
France
Russia
USA
Iran
Indonesia
Russia
Chile
Norway
Algeria
Bermuda
Namibia
Bahrain
Indonesia
Russia
Chile
Russia
Ukraine
Canada
South Africa
Mauritius
Singapore
USA
Russia
Chile
Faroes
Spain
Turkey
Indonesia
Canada
Russia
Chile
England
Turkey
Indonesia
USA
Chile

Name
Svalbard
Corsen
Novorossiysk
Miami
Bushehr
Jayapura
Vladivostok
Antofagasta
Bodo
Alger Radio
Bermuda Harbour
Walvis Bay
Hamala
Ambon
Kholmsk
Valparaiso
Murmansk
Odessa
Riviere-au-Renard
Cape Town
Mauritius
Singapore
San Francisco
Petropavlosk
Talcahuano
Torshavn
Coruna
Istanbul
Makassar
Prince Rupert
Magadan
Puerto Montt
Niton
Samsun
Jakarta
Savannah
Magallanes

Latitude
7804 N
4828 N
4436 N
2530 N
2858 N
231 S
4307 N
2340 S
6716 N
3640 N
3223 N
2303 S
2609 N
342 S
4702 N
3248 S
6858 N
4629 N
5011 N
3341 S
2010 S
120 N
3755 N
5300 N
3642 S
6201 N
4322 N
4104 N
506 S
5418 N
5940 N
4129 S
5035 N
4117 N
607 S
3208 N
5256 S

Longitude
1338 E
503 W
3758 E
8023 W
5050 E
14043 E
13153 E
7025 W
1423 E
0318 E
6441 W
1437 E
5028 E
12812 E
14203 E
7129 W
3305 E
3044 E
6607 W
1843 E
5728 E
10342 E
12242 W
15840 E
7306 W
0648 W
827 W
2857 E
11926 E
13025 W
15101 E
7257 W
118 W
3620 E
10652 E
8142 W
7054 W

Range (NM)
450
300
300
240
300
300
280
300
450
500
280
380
300
300
300
300
140
280
300
500
400
400
350
280
300
250
400
300
300
300
200
300
270
300
300
200
300

Id
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
H
H
H
H
H
H
H
H
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
J
J
J
J
J
J
K
K
K
K
K
K
L
L
L
L
L
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
N
N
N
N
N
O
O
O
O
O

Area
01
02
03
04
06
09
11
13
15
01
02
03
04
08
09
09
11
15
01
03
04
06
09
11
12
15
01
02
03
07
11
11
15
01
03
11
11
12
15
01
03
11
11
11
15
01
03
11
12
15
01
02
03
06
09
11
12
01
03
04
06
11
01
03
04
06
07

Country
Russia
Azores
Turkey
USA
Uruguay
Iran
Thailand
Russia
Easter Island
England
Spain
Ukraine
USA
India
Iran
Saudi Arabia
Japan
Easter Island
Sweden
Greece
Canada
Dutch Antilles
Saudi Arabia
Japan
Canada
Chile
Sweden
Canary Isles
Turkey
South Africa
Japan
Philipines
Chile
Sweden
Bulgaria
Japan
Philipines
Alaska
Chile
England
Greece
Japan
Philipines
Viet Nam
Chile
Norway
Greece
Hong Kong
Equador
Chile
Belgium
Morocco
Cyprus
Argentina
Oman
China
Equador
Norway
Egypt
USA
Argentina
China
Scotland
Malta
Canada
Argentina
South Africa

Name
Arkhangelsk
Horta
Antalya
Boston
La Paloma
Bandar Abbas
Nonthaburi
Okhotsk
Isla de Pascua
Cullercoats
Tarifa
Kerch
New Orleans
Mumbai
Fereydoon Kenar
Damman
Naha
Isla de Pascua
Bjuroklubb
Iraklion
Prescott
Curacao
Jeddah
Moji
Tofino
Antofagasta
Grimeton
Las Palmas
Izmir
Port Elizabeth
Yokohama
Porto Princesa
Valparaiso
Gislovshammer
Varna
Otaru
Manila
Kodiak
Talcahuano
Niton (Northern France)
Kerkyra
Kushiro
Davao
Da Nang
Puerto Montt
Rogaland
Limnos
Hong Kong
Ayora
Magallanes
Oostende (Thames)
Casablanca
Cyprus
Ushuaia
Muscat
Sanya
Guayaquil
Orlandet
El Iskandariya
Portsmouth
Rio Gallegos
Guangzhou
Portpatrick
Malta
St Johns
Comodoro Rivadavi
Durban

Latitude
6433 N
3832 N
3653 N
4143 N
3440 S
2708 N
1301 N
5922 N
2709 S
5504 N
3601 N
4523 N
2953 N
1905 N
3642 N
2626 N
2609 N
2709 S
6428 N
3520 N
4420 N
1210 N
2123 N
3352 N
4856 N
2340 S
5706 N
2809 N
3821 N
3357 S
3522 N
944 N
3248 S
5529 N
4304 N
4312 N
1435 N
5746 N
3642 S
5035 N
3945 N
4259 N
704 N
1605 N
4129 S
5839 N
3952 N
2213 N
0045 S
5256 S
5111 N
3336 N
3510 N
5448 S
2337 N
1814 N
0217 S
6340 N
3112 N
3644 N
5137 S
2309 N
5451 N
3549 N
4737 N
4551 S
2948 S

Longitude
4032 E
2838 W
3042 E
7031 W
5409 W
5704 E
10001 E
14312 W
10923 W
128 W
534 W
3628 E
8955 W
7250 E
5333 E
5006 E
12746 E
10923 W
2136 E
2507 E
8110 W
6852 W
3911 E
13036 E
12532 W
7025 W
1223 E
1525 W
2635 E
2531 E
13936 E
12103 E
7129 W
1419 E
2746 E
14100 E
12103 E
15234 W
7306 W
118 W
1952 E
14423 E
12536 E
10813 E
7257 W
536 E
2504 E
11415 E
9019 W
7054 W
248 E
738 W
3326 E
6818 W
5831 E
10930 E
7201 W
933 E
2952 E
7601 W
6903 W
11329 E
507 W
1432 E
5240 W
6725 W
3049 E

Range (NM)
300
640
300
200
280
300
200
300
300
270
400
280
200
299
250
390
400
300
300
280
300
250
390
400
300
300
299
400
300
500
400
320
300
300
350
400
320
200
300
270
280
400
320
400
300
450
280
299
400
300
150
180
200
280
270
250
250
450
350
280
280
250
270
400
300
280
500

Id
O
O
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Q
Q
Q
Q
Q
Q
R
R
R
R
R
R
S
S
S
T
T
T
T
U
U
U
U
U
U
V
V
V
V
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
W
X
X
X
X
X
X

Area
11
12
01
03
04
06
08
09
11
11
01
03
04
06
11
12
01
02
03
06
11
12
01
11
16
01
03
04
11
01
02
03
04
11
16
01
09
11
11
01
03
03
04
11
11
12
16
01
03
04
09
11
12

Country
China
Hawaiian Islands
Netherlands
Israel
Canada
Argentina
India
Pakistan
Taiwan
Taiwan
Ireland
Croatia
Canada
Argentina
China
USA
Iceland
Portugal
Italy
Argentina
China
Puerto Rico
Germany
Malaysia
Peru
Belgium
Sardinia
Canada
Malaysia
Estonia
Cape Verde
Italy
Canada
Malaysia
Peru
Norway
Egypt
Mariana Islands
South Korea
Ireland
France
Russia
Greenland
South Korea
Viet Nam
USA
Peru
Iceland
Spain
Canada
Egypt
Viet Nam
Alaska

Name
Fuzhou
Honolulu
Scheveningen
Haifa
Thunder Bay
Bahia Blanca
Madras
Karachi
Keelung
Linyuan
Malin Head
Split
Sydney
Mar del Plata
Shanghai
Long Beach
Reykjavik
Monsanto
Roma
Buenos Aires
Dalian
Isabella
Pinneberg
Sandakan
Paita
Oostende
Cagliari
Iqaluit
Miri
Tallinn
Ribiera de Vinha
Trieste
Fundy
Penang
Calleo
Vardo
Kosseir
Guam
Chukpyon
Valentia
La Garde
Astrakhan
Kook Islands
Pyonsan
Hai Phong
Astoria
Matarani
Reykjavik
Valencia
Labrador
Ismalia
Ho Chi Minh-City
Kodiak

Latitude
2602 N
2122 N
5206 N
3249 N
4826 N
3843 S
1308 N
2451 N
2508 N
2229 N
5522 N
4330 N
4611 N
3803 S
3107 N
3531 N
6405 N
3844 N
4148 N
3436 S
3852 N
1828 N
5343 N
554 N
505 S
5111 N
3914 N
6344 N
428 N
5930 N
1651 N
4541 N
4514 N
525 N
1203 S
7022 N
2606 N
1329 N
3703 N
5156 N
4306 N
4547 N
6404 N
3536 N
2044 N
4610 N
1701 S
6405 N
3843 N
5318 N
3028 N
1047 N
5746 N

Longitude
11918 E
15809 W
415 E
3500 E
8913 W
6206 W
8010 E
6703 E
12145 E
12025 E
721 W
1629 E
5954 W
5732 W
12133 E
12103 W
2151 W
911 W
1231 E
5822 W
12131 E
674 W
0955 E
11800 E
8107 W
248 E
914 E
6833 W
11401 E
2430 E
2500 W
1346 E
6559 W
10024 E
7709 W
3106 E
3417 E
14450 E
12926 E
1021 W
559 E
4733 E
5201 W
12629 E
10644 E
12349 W
7201 W
2151 W
009 E
6033 W
3222 E
10640 E
15232 W

Range (NM)
250
350
110
200
300
280
299
400
540
540
400
085
300
280
250
350
550
530
320
560
250
200
250
350
200
050
320
200
350
300
250
320
300
350
200
450
350
100
200
400
250
250
400
200
400
216
200
550
300
300
200
400
200

Latitude
2809 N
4117 N
3440 S
5448 S
0045 S
4104 N
5137 S
5451 N
3821 N
4551 S

Longitude
1525 W
3620 E
549 W
6818 W
9019 W
2856 E
693 W
0507 W
2635 E
6725 W

Language
Spanish
Turkish
Spanish
Spanish
Spanish
Turkish
Spanish
English
Turkish
Spanish

490 kHz NAVTEX stations

Id
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
C
C
C

Area
02
03
06
06
12
03
06
01
03
06

Country
Canary Isles
Turkey
Uruguay
Argentina
Equador
Turkey
Argentina
Scotland
Turkey
Argentina

Name
Las Palmas
Samsun
La Paloma
Ushuaia
Ayora
Istanbul
Rio Gallegos
Portpatrick
Izmir
Comodoro Rivadavi

Id
D
D
D
E
E
F
G
I
J
J
J
K
L
L
P
R
S
S
T
U
U
V
V
V
X
X

Area
03
04
06
02
06
06
02
01
02
04
11
11
01
03
02
01
03
04
01
01
03
03
04
11
03
11

Country
Turkey
Canada
Argentina
France
Argentina
Argentina
Portugal
England
Azores
Canada
South Korea
South Korea
Germany
Romania
Cape Verde
Iceland
France
Canada
England
England
Ukraine
Algeria
Canada
Taiwan
Ukraine
Taiwan

Name
Antalya
Rivire-au-Renard
Bahia Blanca
Corsen
Mar del Plata
Buenos Aires
Monsanto
Niton
Horta
Sydney
Chukpyon
Pyonsan
Pinneberg
Constanta
Ribiera de Vinha
Reykjavk
La Garde
Iqaluit
Niton
Cullercoats
Kerch
Alger Radio
Fundy
Lintou
Odessa
Yenliaoken

Latitude
3653 N
5011 N
3843 S
4828 N
3803 S
3436 S
3844 N
5035 N
3832 N
4611 N
3703 N
3536 N
5343 N
4406 N
1651 N
6405 N
4306 N
6344 N
5035 N
5502 N
4523 N
3640 N
4345 N
2333 N
4629 N
2354 N

Longitude
3042 E
6606 W
6206 W
0503 E
5732 W
5822 W
0911 W
0118 W
2838 W
5954 W
12926 E
12629 E
0955 E
2837 E
2500 W
2151 W
0559 E
6833 W
0118 W
0126 W
3628 E
0318 E
6610 W
11938 E
3044 E
12136 E

Language
Turkish
French
Spanish
French
Spanish
Spanish
Portuguese
English
Portuguese
French
Korean
Korean
German
Romanian
English
Icelandic
French
French
French
English
English
English
French
Chinese
English
Chinese

Latitude
4104 N
2508 N
2229 N
2508 N
2044 N
3028 N
2229 N

Longitude
2856 E
12145 E
12025 E
12145 E
10644 E
3222 E
12025 E

Language
Turkish
English
English
Chinese
Vietnamese
English
Chinese

4209.5 kHz NAVTEX stations

Id
M
P
P
V
W
X
X

Area
03
11
11
11
11
09
11

Country
Turkey
Taiwan
Taiwan
Taiwan
Viet Nam
Egypt
Taiwan

Name
Istanbul
Keelung
Linyuan
Keelung
Hai Phong
Ismalia
Linyuan

No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this NAVTEX stations table,
although every care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible.
For updated NAVTEX station listings information refer to the current UK Admiralty List of Radio
Signals, Volume 5 or equivalent national publications.

NAVTEX Transmission times

TRANSMISSION TIMES (UTC)

STATION
A

00:00

04:00

08:00

12:00

16:00

20:00

00:10

04:10

08:10

12:10

16:10

20:10

00:20

04:20

08:20

12:20

16:20

20:20

00:30

04:30

08:30

12:30

16:30

20:30

00:40

04:40

08:40

12:40

16:40

20:40

00:50

04:50

08:50

12:50

16:50

20:50

01:00

05:00

09:00

13:00

17:00

21:00

01:10

05:10

09:10

13:10

17:10

21:10

01:20

05:20

09:20

13:20

17:20

21:20

01:30

05:30

09:30

13:30

17:30

21:30

01:40

05:40

09:40

13:40

17:40

21:40

01:50

05:50

09:50

13:50

17:50

21:50

02:00

06:00

10:00

14:00

18:00

22:00

02:10

06:10

10:10

14:10

18:10

22:10

02:20

06:20

10:20

14:20

18:20

22:20

02:30

06:30

10:30

14:30

18:30

22:30

02:40

06:40

10:40

14:40

18:40

22:40

02:50

06:50

10:50

14:50

18:50

22:50

03:00

07:00

11:00

15:00

19:00

23:00

03:10

07:10

11:10

15:10

19:10

23:10

03:20

07:20

11:20

15:20

19:20

23:20

03:30

07:30

11:30

15:30

19:30

23:30

03:40

07:40

11:40

15:40

19:40

23:40

03:50

07:50

11:50

15:50

19:50

23:50

END OF LIFE STATEMENT

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive aims to minimise
any adverse impact of electronic equipment on the environment, both during the
product lifetime and when it becomes waste. Within the European Union this
legislation is mandated by Directive 2002/96/EC, and there is similar legislation in
most other continents. The directive applies to all electronic products such as IT,
household appliances, portable electronics etc., and imposes requirements to collect,
treat, recover and recycle each product at its end of life.
Electronic end-user products must also carry a WEEE label
(as below) and recovery and recycling information has to be
provided to the recycler.
This product may contain lead and brominated flame
retardants (BFRs), both in the housing material and circuit
boards.
Ltd strongly
In keeping with the directive, Orolia
recommends that this product be disposed of in a sensible
and considerate manner. For example, do not simply discard
the product in the domestic waste. Instead take it to a civil
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PRODUCT WARRANTY
Orolia Ltd warrants that this product will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of 24 months from the date of purchase.
Orolia Ltd will not be liable to the buyer under the above warranty:i
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conditions, failure to follow Orolia Ltds instructions (whether oral or in writing) including a
failure to install properly and/or to use batteries recommended and/or supplied by Orolia
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Approved Service Agent;
i
for parts, materials or equipment not manufactured by Orolia Ltd in respect of which the
buyer shall only be entitled to the benefit of any warranty or guarantee given by the
manufacturer to Orolia Ltd;
i
for the battery storage life which is specifically excluded from this warranty;
i
if the total price for the product has not been paid.
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United Kingdom
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