Kongsberg WCS

Watch Calling System

Instruction Manual

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Document history
Document number: 319753
Rev. A December 2008 First edition in Teamcenter. Replaces AU-0535/C. General
update to accommodate the K-Chief 500 system.

The reader
This Instruction Manual describes the Kongsberg Watch Calling System, and assumes that the system is
being used as part of a larger Alarm & Monitoring System, such as the Kongsberg K-Chief 500 system.
He/she should be experienced in the operation of alarm and monitoring systems, and have basic knowledge
of personal computers or should have attended a Kongsberg Maritime AS training course.

Note
The information contained in this document remains the sole property of Kongsberg Maritime AS. No
part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means, and the information
contained within it is not to be communicated to a third party, without the prior written consent of
Kongsberg Maritime AS.
Kongsberg Maritime AS endeavours to ensure that all information in this document is correct and fairly
stated, but does not accept liability for any errors or omissions.

Comments
To assist us in making improvements to the product and to this manual, we welcome comments and
constructive criticism.
e-mail: [email protected]
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Table of contents
Admonitions .............................................................................................................5
Glossary....................................................................................................................6
Terms ........................................................................................................................7
1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION...................................................... 9
1.1 Introduction ..............................................................................................................9
1.2 Basic design and operation.....................................................................................10
1.3 Installation and cabling ..........................................................................................16
1.4 Commissioning.......................................................................................................16
1.5 Test facilities, fault finding and repair....................................................................17
1.6 Specifications..........................................................................................................17
2 OPERATING THE WATCH CALLING SYSTEM ..................... 19
2.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................19
2.2 Repeat alarm feature...............................................................................................20
2.3 Operator interaction locations ................................................................................20
2.4 Selecting the WATCH RESPONSIBLE location from the Mimic Display ...........25
2.5 Selecting the ON DUTY Officer from the Mimic Display ....................................26
2.6 Calling the ON DUTY Officer or “All Officers” from the Mimic Display............26
2.7 Defining the “Officer Qualifications” from the Mimic Display .............................27
2.8 Defining the WBU/WCU Panel “Off Duty” Mode from the Mimic
Display....................................................................................................................28
2.9 Defining the WBU/WCU Panel Group (On Duty Officer) from the Mimic
Display....................................................................................................................28
3 RE-INSTALLING THE WATCH CALLING SYSTEM
EQUIPMENT .................................................................... 31
3.1 Introduction ...........................................................................................................31
3.2 Help from Kongsberg .............................................................................................31
3.3 Site and project drawings ......................................................................................31
3.4 Re-installation .......................................................................................................31
3.5 Replacing the network cable ..................................................................................32
3.6 Replacing the Operator Station (OS) .....................................................................32
3.7 Replacing the Watch Bridge Unit (WBU) or the Watch Cabin Unit (WCU)
................................................................................................................................33
4 RE-COMMISSIONING THE WATCH CALLING SYSTEM
EQUIPMENT .................................................................... 36
4.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................36
4.2 Help from Kongsberg .............................................................................................36
4.3 Re-commissioning the network cable ....................................................................36
4.4 Re-commissioning the Operator Station ................................................................36

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4.5 Re-commissioning the Watch Bridge Unit (WBU) or the Watch Cabin Unit
(WCU) ...................................................................................................................37
5 WATCH CALLING SYSTEM EQUIPMENT
MAINTENANCE ................................................................ 38
5.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................38
5.2 Help from Kongsberg .............................................................................................38
5.3 Preventive maintenance..........................................................................................38
5.4 Fault finding guidance ...........................................................................................39
6 REPLACEABLE PARTS ...................................................... 44
6.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................44
6.2 Equipment handling and storage ............................................................................44
6.3 Spare parts available from Kongsberg ...................................................................45

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Admonitions
The following admonitions found throughout this manual mark special messages to alert
the user of specific information concerning of the personnel, the equipment or the process.
WARNING
Text set off in this manner provides a warning notice that failure to
follow the directions in this WARNING can result in bodily harm or
loss of life and/or extensive damage to equipment.

Caution
Text set off in this manner provides a warning notice that failure to follow
the directions in this CAUTION can result in damage to equipment.

Note
Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific instructions
pertinent to the immediate instruction.

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Glossary
CAN Controller Area Network
CCR Cargo Control Room
CRP Control Room Panel
ECR Engine Control Room
LAN Local Area Network
MMI Man Machine Interface
OS Operator Station
TCP Touch Control Panel
WBU Watch Bridge Unit
WCS Watch Calling System
WCU Watch Cabin Unit

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Terms
Controller Area The communication software program necessary for running
Network (CAN) the communication and protocols. It is used with a commercial
network.
Control Room The CRP is an operator control panel designed for easy access and
Panel (CRP) operation of the K-Chief 500 system. User interaction is achieved
through a trackball and a 19 buttons keypad.
K-Chief 500 Kongsberg Maritime’s Marine Automation System
Operator The Operator Station is a type approved personal computer,
Station (OS) connected to a colour graphics display and a printer. Operator
input is either done through a standard personal computer
keyboard or through specially designed Operator Panels,
providing easy access to the different operator functions.
Thermal A thermal resistor (or thermistor) acts as an “open-switch” or
Resistor (or “closed-switch” for power and current. When cool, or at normal
Thermistor) current flow, it is a “closed-switch” and the WBU/WCU will
operate. When it becomes hot due to excessive current flow, it
becomes an “open-switch”, and the WBU/WCU will not operate.
The thermal resistor (or thermistor) is used as a fuse (F1) on the
Termination Board.
Touch Control The TCP is touch screen panel designed to interact with the
Panel (TCP) images on the colour monitor of the K-Chief 500 Operator Station.

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1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

1.1 Introduction
This document describes Kongsberg Maritime’s Watch Calling
System and assumes that the system is being used as part of
a larger Alarm & Monitoring System, such as the Kongsberg
K-Chief 500 system. Installation and commissioning of the
Watch Calling System is based upon criteria which is specially
defined by a Classification Society. Therefore, its operation
and features are not “standard”, but can vary slightly with
each installation and commissioning. The information in this
handbook will provide a clear understanding of the Kongsberg
Maritime Watch Calling System, and its basic operation and
features.

Figure 1 Watch Calling System

Bridge Accommodation
Cabin 1 Cabin 2 Day room Mess room

WBU WCUs

Alarm inputs via LAN CAN CAN Alarm inputs via LAN

Operator Operator
Station Station
h 19 Au h 19 Au
1 2 1 2
p 25 to p 25 to

Engine Control
(vs060232a)

Room (default Cargo Control

watch responsible) Room (optional)

The Watch Calling System comprises both hardware panels and a

software program, which consists of:
• Watch Bridge Unit (WBU)
• Watch Cabin Units (WCU)
• WCS software program for installing into an Operation
Station (OS)
The hardware panels are used for displaying activated alarms,
to provide information regarding which location has WATCH
RESPONSIBILITY and to identify the “on-duty officers”. The
Operator Station is a standard personal computer with a display
screen. The computer also receives (reads) operator responses
from the WCS panels. Operator panels are used to interact with
the WCS.

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Main features
The Kongsberg Maritime Watch Calling System is designed to
enhance the operational features of a larger Alarm & Monitoring
System such as the K-Chief 500 by:
• Allowing “mobility” of the ship’s personnel
• Allowing “flexibility” in assigning watch locations
• Conforming to (specified) Classification Society criteria
• Allowing the possibility to select an engineer on-duty also
during ER-attended condition
The Watch Calling System uses a “group definition” when
forwarding alarms from the “Alarm & Monitoring System” to the
“on duty officers” Watch Cabin Unit (WCU) located in a cabin
or a public area (with WCU panels). By being able to forward
alarms in this manner, the “on duty officers” are not tied to one
location, but can be at any public location with a WCU.
The usual watch-responsibility configuration for the Watch
Calling System normally includes watch-responsibility
assignment between two (2) main areas. However, a third
(optional) location is possible:
1 The Engine Control Room (ECR) is always assumed to be
the default “watch responsible” location.
2 The Bridge is an alternative “watch responsible” location.
3 The Cargo Control Room (CCR) is an (optional)
alternative “watch responsible” location.

1.2 Basic design and operation

The Watch Calling System consists of:
• The Watch Bridge Units (WBUs), which are hardware panels
located at the bridge.
• The Watch Cabin Units (WCUs) which are hardware panels
located in cabins and public areas.
• A Controller Area Network with the communication software
for communication with the panels.
• The WCS software program, which is loaded into the
computer.

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Figure 2 Basic components of the Watch Calling System

Simply explained, operation of the WCS is as follows:

1 Alarm signals are transmitted via a Local Area Network
(LAN) to the Operator Station.
2 The WCS software program at the computer allows an
engineer to define:
• Which attended/manned location will have WATCH
RESPONSIBILITY.
• Which engineers/officers are ON DUTY.
• Which panels are group-defined for the different “on duty
officers”.
3 WCS alarm and communication between the computer
and the WBU/WCU panels is via the Controller Area
Network (CAN).

Operator interaction
Operator interaction with the WCS consists of defining the
following information for the WCS:
• Selecting WATCH RESPONSIBILITY location
• Selecting ON DUTY officers
• Updating officer qualifications
• Calling the designated ON DUTY officers or all qualified
officers
• WBU/WCU panels defined by group for the ON DUTY
officers
• Selecting the panel’s “off duty” mode of display
The WCS software program will compare the ON DUTY watch
assignments with each assigned officer’s qualifications. The
WCS will not accept the assignment unless the assigned officer
is qualified for the duty.

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Note
It is also possible to select an officer on-duty during Unattended
Engine Room. This feature has been requested by many
shipowners, and can easily be used for instance during
lunch-breaks, docking etc. The alarm will then be transferred to
the selected officers cabin in addition to the Mess Room Panels.

Watch Bridge Unit (WBU)

The Watch Bridge Unit panel is located on the ship’s bridge and
is used to relay alarm information and communication from the
remote operator station to personnel on the bridge. The Watch
Bridge Unit interacts with the WCS and its main functions are to:
• Indicate who has WATCH RESPONSIBILITY.
• Indicate who is ON DUTY.
• Indicate the current alarm status.
• Sound an audible alarm whenever a new alarm condition
occurs and someone is ON DUTY.
• Allow the bridge watch to contact (call) duty personnel.

Watch Cabin Unit (WCU)

The Watch Cabin Unit panels are placed at various locations
throughout the ship, e.g. the cabins and in public areas such as
the Mess Room, TV room etc. The Watch Cabin Unit interacts
with the WCS and its main functions are to:
• Indicate who is ON DUTY.
• Indicate when the ON DUTY officers are being called and
who is calling.
• Indicate the current alarm status.
• Sound an audible alarm whenever a new alarm condition
occurs, i.e.:
– For WCU panels in cabin locations: only when defined
as ON DUTY.
– For WCU panels in public area locations: only when
someone is defined as ON DUTY.

Repeat alarm feature

The Watch Calling System receives alarm conditions from an
Alarm & Monitoring System, and forwards the alarms such that
they do not go unacknowledged, but that an appropriate response
is achieved.

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Panel “Group” definition feature

Each ON DUTY officer is assigned a group of WCU panels
which “belong” to that officer-position grouping. For example,
the Chief Engineer can be assigned WCU panels which are
defined to the Chief Engineer as a “group”, but which are situated
at different locations. Whenever the Chief Engineer (or the 1st
Engineer) is the assigned ON DUTY officer, the panels which
have been assigned to that “group” become ON DUTY active
panels.

Panel “Off Duty” definition feature

When an officer is OFF DUTY, all the WCU panels assigned to
that “officer-position group” will be defined as being “off duty”
active or “off duty” passive.
• Off Duty ACTIVE: The panel will not sound an alarm, but
will continue to display all the LED indicators and alarms.
• Off Duty PASSIVE: The panel will not sound an alarm.
LCD-type panels will display “date and time” information
only. Pressing the controls on a LCD-type panel will display
the alarms. (The LEDs on the LED-type panels will remain
dark).

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Watch Calling System panels

The WCS is designed to enhance the operation of an existing
Alarm and Monitoring System, and therefore, its software
program is “added” to the programs which are already resident
in the Operator Station.
In addition to the WCS software program, the Watch Calling
System requires the use of hardware panels which are called the
Watch Bridge Unit (WBU) and the Watch Cabin Unit (WCU).
These panels are intended to provide alarm and other information
to ON DUTY personnel when they are away from the Operator
Station. The alarms and other information at the WBU and the
WCU panels are displayed on LED-type displays (alarm groups)
or LCD-type displays.

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Figure 3 WBU with display (LCD type panel)

Figure 4 WBU with alarm groups (LED type panel)

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Figure 5 WCU with display (LCD type panel)

Figure 6 WCU with alarm groups (LED type panel)

1.3 Installation and cabling

The WBU and WCU panels are wall-mounted to a bulkhead at
their location as either a flush-mount or a surface-mounted (on
wall) unit. Details regarding cable size, connections etc. are
provided in the installation drawings for your installation.

1.4 Commissioning
Each WBU and WCU panel contains identification and address
information as part of its software program. This information
allows each panel to identify itself to the “plug and play” function
of the WCS software program. When the panels are connected

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to the Controller Area Network, the WCS software program

searches, identifies and connects each WBU and WCU to its
(resident) computer.

1.5 Test facilities, fault finding and repair

A SYSTEM FAIL indicator is provided for the continuous
testing of each WBU and WCU unit. The indicator will become
illuminated (lit) if the panel has failed or if communication with
the CAN is lost.
If a panel has failed, simply replace the failed panel with a
replacement spare panel.
If the failure is in the Controller Area Network, please refer to
the manufacturer’s documentation for information regarding the
test programs and connection information which is necessary to
test and repair the network cable or cable interface board at the
remote operator station.
If one or more panels fail, the failed panel will be ignored by
the WCS (until it is replaced) and the remaining WBU and
WCU panels will continue to operate. The software program’s
“plug and play” function will recognize and accept the new
(replacement) panel.

1.6 Specifications
Communication
Alarms are received by the Alarm & Monitoring System’s remote
operator station via a Local Area Network (LAN). The Watch
Calling System forwards these alarms and other communication
via its Controller Area Network (CAN). Both the LAN and
CAN are commercial communication networks using standard
protocols.

Self-check function
The WCS software program monitors communication with each
panel (WBU and WCU) connected to the CAN. Each panel has a
SYSTEM FAIL indicator which illuminates when the panel has
failed or communication with the WCS is lost.

Changing operational data

The basic data which can be defined from the computer is:
• WATCH RESPONSIBILITY location
• ON DUTY OFFICER assignment
• WBU and WCU panel “group” definition (assignment to ON
DUTY OFFICER position)

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• WBU and WCU panel “off duty” mode defined as ACTIVE

or PASSIVE

Power requirements
• 18 Vdc to 32 Vdc ±5 % ripple.
Voltage is adjusted to 24 Vdc with protection provided by a 0.3
A thermal resistor (to act as a fuse).

Power consumption
The power consumption is for each hardware panel/unit is:
• WBU: 5 W per unit
• WCU: 5 W per unit

Environmental data
Operational ambient temperature:
• Computer where software program and data reside: 0 °C to
55 °C
• WBU: 0 °C to 70 °C
• WCU: 0 °C to 70 °C
Storage temperature:
• –30 °C to +80 °C in a dry area with approximately 70 %
humidity
Shock and vibration:
• The WBU and WCU panels satisfy DnV, ABS, LRS, KR,
Bureau Vertias, NK and RMR regulations, as well as other
classification society requirements.
WBU and WCU panel face:
• Surface panel is spray proofed to IP 22 according to IEC 529.

Physical data
Depth of unit:
• 50 mm (2.0 inch)
Depth using cable exit 1/2:
• 150 mm (6.0 inch)
Weight with cables (approx.):
• 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs)
Colour:
• Blue (NCS 6040 R80B)

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2 OPERATING THE WATCH CALLING SYSTEM

2.1 Introduction
This chapter contains the information which you need to operate
the Watch Calling System. This Chapter assumes that the
WBU panel is connected to the Controller Area Network at the
bridge, and that the WCU panels are connected to the CAN in
the relevant ship’s cabins and public areas. It is also assumed
that power has been applied to the CAN and the panels, that the
CAN has been tested, and that the CAN and the WBU and WCU
panels are functioning properly.

Database tables used by the Watch Calling System

The WCS is designed to enhance the operational features of a
larger Alarm & Monitoring System. For its operation, the WCS
uses the following information (which is already resident in
database tables in the larger Alarm & Monitoring System):
• The Classification Society database table (which is usually not
changed after commissioning).
• The alarms-grouping database table (which contains alarm
inputs for the Alarm & Monitoring System).
Certain changes to the larger system (for example, changes which
inhibit alarms in the larger system) will also affect the WCS
because it is designed to work together with the larger Alarm
& Monitoring System.

WCS database tables

The WCS creates its own tables of locations and addresses for
the WBU and the WCU panels. The WCS software program
reads these addresses which are in each WBU and WCU as part
of the WCS “Plug and Play” function. The WCS also has tables
for defining its operations:
• The CLASSIFICATION SOCIETY table (which is usually
not changed after commissioning)
• The OFFICER QUALIFICATION table
• The SHIP’S OFFICER-POSITION for selecting ON DUTY
OFFICER
• The OFF DUTY PANEL MODE table
• The PANEL CONFIGURATION table

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2.2 Repeat alarm feature

The Watch Calling System receives alarm conditions from an
Alarm & Monitoring System, and forwards the alarms such that
they do not go unacknowledged, but that an appropriate response
is achieved.
The WCS includes a repeat alarm feature which distributes the
alarms (using three sequences) to ensure that the alarm does not
go unacknowledged.
1 The first-time/original alarm is relayed to:
• The area designated as WATCH RESPONSIBLE
• The ON DUTY officers WCU panel(s)
• The WCU panels in all public areas
2 The second-time/1st repeat alarm: After a defined time
has elapsed, if the alarm remains unacknowledged, it is
repeated and relayed to:
• The area designated as WATCH RESPONSIBLE
• The ON DUTY officers WCU panel(s)
• The WCU panels in all public areas
3 The third-time/2nd repeat alarm: After a defined time has
elapsed, if the alarm is still not acknowledged, it is repeated
and relayed to:
• The area designated as WATCH RESPONSIBLE
• The WCU panels for ALL QUALIFIED OFFICERS
• The WCU panels in all public areas

2.3 Operator interaction locations

Your interaction with the WCS occurs at the mimic displays at
the Operator Station (OS), and at the WBU and WCU panels.

Mimic Page at the Operator Station (OS)

The primary man-machine interface for the WCS is at the
monitor connected to the Operator Station. Operator interaction
with the program is mainly to define the links in the mimic
pictures on the monitor which is connected to the computer.
These mimic pictures provide a simple means of defining the
following basic WCS features:
• Who has WATCH RESPONSIBILITY
• Which officers are ON DUTY
• Updating the Officer Qualifications
• Calling Officers
• Off duty panel mode for defining the panel’s off duty response

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• Panel configuration for defining the “officer position-group”

Mimic Display interaction

Interaction with the OS mimic display is normally achieved by
using the (left) control button on a mouse, a trackball or the
ENTER-key on the keyboard or operator panel, for controlling
the cursor at the display. If present, the CRP is used for control
purposes. The TCP is used for mimic navigation.

Figure 7 Control Room Panel (front)

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Figure 8 Touch Control Panel (front)

The normal procedure for interacting with the mimic display is to:
1 Set the cursor onto the item to be selected by using the
mouse or trackball.
2 Press the (left) control-button on the mouse or press the
ENTER-key on the keyboard or the operator panel.
3 Ensure that the selected item is highlighted.
4 Make the change to the selected item.

Mimic Display pages

The different WCS mimic displays available for operator
interaction will be shown at the remote operator station. Each
installation is custom-prepared so although the examples used in
this Chapter are general in type and content, the mimic displays
with your installation will be similar and their interaction is the
same. The mimic displays most frequently used with the WCS
are:
1 Watch Calling 1 of 2; see Figure 9
2 Watch Calling 2 of 2; see Figure 10
3 Watch Calling Configuration 1 of 2; see Figure 11

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Figure 9 Watch Calling Mimic Display (1 of 2)

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Figure 10 Watch Calling Mimic Display (2 of 2)

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Figure 11 Watch Configuration Mimic Display (1 of 2)

WBU and WCU Panel Operation

Description of the panel’s controls and indicators, as well as brief
operator instructions for using the panel and responding to alarms
are described by the Operator Manual accompanying the K-Chief
500 system. Simple cleaning instructions are also provided.

2.4 Selecting the WATCH RESPONSIBLE location

from the Mimic Display
The ENGINE CONTROL ROOM is the default WATCH
RESPONSIBLE location. Use the following procedure to select
an alternative WATCH RESPONSIBLE location:
1 Place the cursor on the location to be defined as WATCH
RESPONSIBLE.
2 Select the new responsibility location. The new location
indicator will flash until acknowledged and accepted at the
new location, e.g. the WBU panel on the bridge.

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3 The indicator will switch to steady illumination in the mimic

display to indicate acceptance of watch responsibility at the
selected location. The indicator for the originating location
is switched off (not lit).

2.5 Selecting the ON DUTY Officer from the Mimic

Display
The officer to be assigned ON DUTY must have qualifications
which comply with the ON DUTY assignment. The system
verifies each duty assignment by checking the officer
qualifications table. A message will appear on the screen if the
officer is not qualified for the assigned duty. The following
example shows the procedure for selecting an officer for engine
duty:
1 Place the cursor on the officer position to be defined as ON
DUTY Officer.
2 Select the new ON DUTY Officer. The selection will be
high-lighted in the mimic display.

3 Assign the selected officer for engine duty.

2.6 Calling the ON DUTY Officer or “All Officers”

from the Mimic Display
From the mimic display at the ROS, you can call the ON DUTY
officers, or all officers with engine or cargo qualifications, or with
engine and cargo (multipurpose) qualifications. The following is
an example for calling all qualified officers (Call All Engine) and
for calling the ON DUTY officers (Call Engine Duty):
1 Place the cursor on the officer to be “CALLED”.
2 Select the position to be called. The selection will be
highlighted in the mimic display.

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3 Select ACTIVATE CALL as the action to be performed. The

call indicator will be switched ON (lit).
4 Repeat the procedure to cancel the call (CANCEL CALL as
the action to be performed. The call indicator will be switch
off; i.e. not lit).

2.7 Defining the “Officer Qualifications” from the

Mimic Display
Whenever an officer qualifies for a duty, or a new officer reports
aboard whose qualifications are different from the officer being
replaced, the qualifications table will need to be updated to
accurately reflect the qualifications of the officer. The example
shows a qualification change for the 3rd Engineer:
1 Place the cursor onto the Qualifications position to be
updated.
2 Select the officer position (3rd Engineer) for updating.
3 Check the selection by ensuring that text is highlighted.
4 Define the new qualification.

5 Press the ENTER key on the keyboard or operator panel.

6 Check to ensure that the new qualification is entered.
7 Repeat this procedure if other qualifications are to be
changed.

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2.8 Defining the WBU/WCU Panel “Off Duty” Mode

from the Mimic Display
The panels are automatically in ON DUTY mode when an
officer/group is on duty. In OFF DUTY mode, all panels can be
defined as either “active” or “passive”:

Off Duty ACTIVE

The panel will not sound an alarm but will continue to display all
the LED indicators and alarms.

Off Duty PASSIVE

The panel will not sound an alarm. LCD-type panels will display
“date and time” information only. Pressing the controls on a
LCD-type panel will display the alarms. (The LEDs on the
LED-type panels will remain dark).

2.9 Defining the WBU/WCU Panel Group (On Duty

Officer) from the Mimic Display
Each ON DUTY officer has a group of panels defined as
belonging to the officer-position. For example, the Chief
Engineer or the 1st Engineer has a number of panels at different
locations, each of which is defined as being in their “group”.
When the officer is ON DUTY, each panel at each location is in
ON DUTY active mode. Normally, each panel remains in the
“group” unless it is changed or replaced, or it is re-assigned to
another “group”.

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Use the following the procedure to re-define a panel “group”:

1 Place the cursor onto the panel to be re-defined.
2 Select the panel group.

3 Check the selection by ensuring that text is highlighted.

4 Select the new group by entering its numeric value from
the Groups list.

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5 Place the cursor onto the display area “APPLY CHANGES”

and press the left-button on the mouse. The change is now
selected.
6 To apply the change press 1 and ENTER.
7 Repeat this procedure if other group definitions are to be
changed.

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3 RE-INSTALLING THE WATCH CALLING

SYSTEM EQUIPMENT

3.1 Introduction
The Watch Calling System was installed, commissioned and
passed a Site Acceptance Test (SAT) which is valid for the
installed configuration. Although the addition of new units may
require a new SAT, it is possible to replace (existing) failed units
and maintain your SAT validity.
This chapter contains information for re-installing failed WBU or
WCU panels which are part of the Watch Calling System (WCS).
The Chapter assumes that the CAN network cable and all WBU
and WCU panels (with the exception of the failed panel) were
functioning properly before it was necessary to replace the failed
equipment. Refer to the chapter “RE-COMMISSIONING THE
WATCH CALLING SYSTEM EQUIPMENT” in this document,
for information to re-commission the new replacement unit after
it has been installed.

3.2 Help from Kongsberg

A backup of the commissioning information for your installation
should be available at your location. Normally, once installation
and commissioning are completed, very little operator interaction
is necessary for operating the Watch Calling System. If you
need assistance to re-install the WCS equipment, please contact
Kongsberg Maritimel.

3.3 Site and project drawings

Note
Use your site drawings to ensure your Site Acceptance Test (SAT)
remains valid.

Each installation has its own drawings for the installation and
project. These drawings define the wire size, connectors etc. for
your installation, so you must use them if you need to re-wire
your system.

3.4 Re-installation
Equipment inspection
Before re-installing the unit:
• Inspect the packing container for any sign of damage.

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• Remove the unit from its packing container and inspect if for
visible signs of damage.
• Check that the equipment received matches the inventory and
the unit it is to replace.
• Record any discrepancies from the inventory and/or visible
damage to the unit.

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) precautions

Caution
Poor shielding connection can result in EMI, which can
degrade WCS operation.

The Watch Calling System equipment is designed to comply with

testing requirements for Type-Approval Certificates issued by
various Classification Societies.
To ensure that the WCS remains in compliance with
Classifications Societies’ regulations, take a few moments to
inspect the cables and connectors and ensure that they are in good
condition with no visible cuts on the cable shielding, deformed
connectors or separation of shielding strands from the connector
which could indicate damage and could compromise the EMI
precautions.

3.5 Replacing the network cable

The Controller Area Network (CAN) uses commercial network
cable.
If it becomes necessary to replace the network cable, use
the manufacturer’s instructions to install the new cable and
re-insert/re-connect each unit into the network cable.
The “plug and play” function of the WCS software will provide
the communication protocol and establish communication with
each connected unit.

3.6 Replacing the Operator Station (OS)

The Operator Station is part of a larger “Alarm & Monitoring
System”. Refer to the documentation provided with the Alarm
& Monitoring System for instructions to re-install and/or
re-configure the OS.
After the new OS is installed, first download your backup
program to return the Alarm & Monitoring System to normal
operation, then update the WCS information, if necessary.

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3.7 Replacing the Watch Bridge Unit (WBU) or the

Watch Cabin Unit (WCU)
The procedure for replacing both the display type and the alarm
group type panels are identical. The WBU and WCU are affixed
to the bulkhead or console with four (4) screws.

Required tools
One (1) POZI # 1 screwdriver for removing POZI screws.

Removing the Panel or Termination Board from

the mounting frame
WARNING
Turn power “OFF” before removing the Panel or
the Termination Board.

1 Remove the bulkhead or console mounting-screws and

remove the unit from the bulkhead or console.
2 Disconnect the power and signal connections.
To remove the Panel or Termination Board from the
mounting-frame:
3 Remove the side screws and slide the Panel. The
Termination Board is also located inside the mounting
frame; see Figure 15.
4 Disconnect the Panel or Termination Board from the power
and signal cables/connectors.
5 Replace the Panel with the spare (WBU/WCU) Panel or
replace the Termination Board with a spare Termination
Board.
6 Reverse the procedure to re-install the Panel or Termination
Board into the mounting frame.
7 Re-mount the frame at the bulkhead or console.

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Figure 12 “Flush” mounted unit

Figure 13 “On wall” mounted unit

Figure 14 POZI #1 screwdriver required for POZI screws

Checking the power input voltage connection

On the connector Termination Board X10: Check that the
positive (+) wire is connected to the PWR (+) input termination
on X10 and the negative (–) wire is connected to the PWR (–)
input termination on X10. See Figure 15. Also refer to the
standard wiring drawing (HA464552).
Check voltage: Switch power “ON” and check the 24 Vdc
input supply at the Termination Board X10 (the voltage should
read 24 Vdc).
Check wiring polarity: Green LED illuminates = wiring
polarity OK, red LED illuminates = wiring reversed.

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The WBU or WCU will not be damaged if power is switched ON

with the wrong polarity, but the wiring should be corrected.

Checking the signal connections

On the connector Termination Board X10: Check that signal
lines are connected to CAN-L, CAN-H, REL 14 and REL 11
on the input termination X10. See Figure 15. Also refer to the
standard wiring drawing (HA464552).

Figure 15 Termination Board in the WBU

Testing the WBU/WCU Panel

Press the LAMP TEST button to confirm that the LEDs
illuminate and the buzzer sounds (push SOUND OFF to silence
the buzzer).
Refer to the “RE-COMMISSIONING THE WATCH
CALLING SYSTEM EQUIPMENT” chapter and the heading
“RE-COMMISSIONING THE WATCH BRIDGE UNIT (WBU)
OR THE WATCH CABIN UNIT (WCU)” in this document for
information to re-commission the WBU or WCU.

Installation drawings
For unit dimensions and cut-out, refer to standard drawing
HA447840.
For unit wiring diagrams, refer to standard drawing HA464552.
Unit mounted in panel cutout: Cable exit 1 or 3
Unit mounted on wall: Cable exit 2 or 3 (box top/side)

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4 RE-COMMISSIONING THE WATCH CALLING

SYSTEM EQUIPMENT

4.1 Introduction
This chapter contains information which is needed to ensure
that the Watch Calling System equipment (the CAN network
cable or Remote Operator Station) are operational after replacing
(re-installing) a failed WBU or WCU panel. The chapter assumes
that power has been applied to the ROS and to the CAN network
cable and the WBU/WCU panels, that the ROS and the CAN
network cable has been tested, and that the ROS, the CAN
network cable, and the WBU and WCU panels were functioning
properly. Instructions to re-commission the ROS are normally
contained in the Alarm & Monitoring System handbook.

4.2 Help from Kongsberg

A backup of the commissioning information for your installation
should be available at your location. Normally, once installation
and commissioning are completed, very little operator interaction
is necessary for operating the Watch Calling System. If you
need assistance to re-install the WCS equipment, please contact
Kongsberg Maritime.

4.3 Re-commissioning the network cable

Use the manufacturer’s instructions to test, configure and
re-commission the new network cable.
The “plug and play” function of the WCS software will provide
the communication protocol and establish communication with
each connected unit.
To determine if the WCS is operating correctly, go to the
“OPERATING THE WATCH CALLING SYSTEM” chapter in
this document and operate the WCS.

4.4 Re-commissioning the Operator Station

Instructions for re-commissioning the Operator Station are
normally given in the Alarm & Monitoring System handbook.
After the new OS is installed: First, download your backup
program to return the Alarm & Monitoring System to normal
operation, then update the WCS information, if necessary.

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4.5 Re-commissioning the Watch Bridge Unit

(WBU) or the Watch Cabin Unit (WCU)
The procedure for re-commissioning both the display-type and
the alarm group-type WBU and WCU panels is identical. The
“plug and play” function of the WCS software will provide the
communication protocol and establish communication with each
connected unit.
Use the operation instructions in this document to determine if
the WCS is operating correctly, and to check the operation of
the WBU and/or WCU:
• The “OPERATING THE WATCH CALLING SYSTEM”
chapter of this document provides information for re-defining
the panel “GROUP” and “OFF DUTY” mode, and instructions
to operate the WCS from the mimic displays.
• The Operator Manual for the K-Chief 500 system provides
brief operating instructions for the WBU and the WCU.

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5 WATCH CALLING SYSTEM EQUIPMENT

MAINTENANCE

5.1 Introduction
This chapter is included to ensure that the Watch Calling System
continues to operate as close to maximum efficiency as possible.
The hardware panels Watch Bridge Unit and Watch Cabin Unit
are very rugged and highly reliable units. The WCS software
program includes built-in online tests and routine checks which
continually monitor the operation of each WBU and WCU
connected to the remote operator station via the network cable.

5.2 Help from Kongsberg

A backup of the commissioning information for your installation
should be available at your location. Normally, once the
installation and commissioning are completed, very little operator
interaction is necessary for operating the Watch Calling System.
If you need assistance to re-install the WCS equipment, please
contact Kongsberg Maritime.

5.3 Preventive maintenance

Preventive maintenance for the WCS consists of cleaning the
panels and checking the lamps at the WBU and WCU panels.

WBU and WCU panel cleaning

Caution
Cleaning with abrasive material or strong chemical
cleaning solutions is not recommended as these may
damage the panel print or its surface.

Whenever the panel becomes dirty or smudged, clean the front

panel with a solution of warm, mild soapy water. The surface
panel is spray proofed to IP 22 according to IEC 529.

Weekly lamp test of the WBU and WCU panels

Each week, press the LAMP TEST button to confirm that the
LEDs illuminate and the buzzer sounds (push SOUND OFF to
silence the buzzer).
If the panel test fails (no illumination on the panel and/or the
buzzer is silent), refer to the fault finding information in this
chapter. If one or more LEDs fail to illuminate, replace the entire
panel because replacing just the LEDs on the printed circuit
board requires the use of special tools.

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5.4 Fault finding guidance

Caution
Turn “OFF” power before replacing any faulty part.

This section contains guidance for fault finding the Watch Calling
System whenever an error is detected. The troubleshooting
policy for the WCS is to locate the fault to a replaceable part and
to fit the new part. Replacement of any item not listed in the
“REPLACEABLE PARTS” chapter is not recommended. Faulty
parts returned to Kongsberg Maritime for repair should have an
attached description of the fault symptoms and error/status codes
and/or messages (if available).

General fault finding symptom analysis

The troubleshooting process can be simplified according to the
symptoms which are made apparent to the operator/service
engineer in the form of messages or observation of the general
status of the system. Observation of the general status of the
system can be, for example, unreadable messages on the Liquid
Crystal Display (LCD) panel, Light Emitting Diode (LED) is not
lit (illuminated), a pressed button does not appear to operate, etc.

Failure of critical part

This symptom can be recognized as a partial or complete
shutdown of the WCS. If the shutdown is only partial, error
messages may be received at the Remote Operator Station. Some
examples of critical part failures could be:
Failure Remedy
CAN network cable: Loss of all Check the Interface Board inside the
communication with all panels. Operator Station, or troubleshoot the
network cable as described by the
manufacturer’s handbook.
OS computer lock-up or system Re-start the OS as described by the
crash causing inability of system manufacturer’s handbook.
operation.

Panel failure (WBU or WCU)

This symptom includes function failure of the status panel
LED-indicators, display segments and push button controls.
Failure of LED-indicators and display segments will usually
be detected by the operator (visual sighting). The symptom
could be caused by loss of power to the WBU/WCU, defective
LED-indicator or LCD display, a bad connection, a faulty LED
or LCD display driver circuit. Replace the WBU/WCU panel
if these failures are observed.

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CAN fault finding

Refer to the manufacture’s handbook for instructions on how to
troubleshoot the network cable. Refer to the Operator Station
manufacturer’s handbook for instructions on how to troubleshoot
the network interface board.
The “plug and play” function of the WCS software will provide
the communication protocol and establish communication with
each connected unit.
To determine if the WCS is operating correctly, go to the
“OPERATING THE WATCH CALLING SYSTEM” chapter in
this document and operate the WCS.

OS fault finding
Use the manufacturer’s handbook for instructions on how to
troubleshoot the Operator Station.
After a new OS is installed, first download your backup program
to return the Alarm & Monitoring System to normal operation,
then update the WCS information, if necessary.

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WBU/WCU fault finding (troubleshooting)

The operation of the display-type and the alarm group-type WBU
and WCU panels is identical. The “plug and play” function of
the WCS software will provide the communication protocol
and establish communication with each connected unit. The
mounting frame contains the panels and boards, the LCD display
where applicable and the Termination Board (the WBU normally
contains two Termination Boards).
Use the operation instructions in this document to determine if
the WCS is operating correctly, and to check the operation of
the WBU and/or WCU:
• The “OPERATING THE WATCH CALLING SYSTEM”
chapter of this document provides information for re-defining
the panel “GROUP” and “OFF DUTY” mode, and instructions
to operate the WCS from the mimic displays.
• The Operator Manual for the K-Chief 500 system provides
brief operating instructions for the WBU and the WCU.
If the WBU/WCU is not operating correctly, the problem could
be the Termination Board or the WBU or WCU panel. Replace
the defective panel if necessary or replace the Termination Board.
Note
See the chapters titled “RE-INSTALLING THE WATCH
CALLING SYSTEM EQUIPMENT” and “RE-COMMISSIONING
THE WATCH CALLING SYSTEM” for instructions to install and
commission the replacement WBU/WCU panel.

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WARNING
If you remove the mounting frame to check
inside, power must be turned “ON” to check LED
indicators, etc. Use care where you touch while
the unit is open!

Caution
To protect the front of the panel, place the panel front
downwards onto a soft cloth.

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6 REPLACEABLE PARTS
6.1 Introduction
This chapter deals with replaceable parts for the Watch Calling
System. The major units of the Watch Calling System are the:
• Watch Bridge Unit (WBU) with LCD display or LEDs (alarms
groups)
• Watch Cabin Unit (WCU) with LCD display or LEDs (alarm
groups)
• Termination Board

6.2 Equipment handling and storage

WBU and WCU panels are individually packed in heavy-duty
cardboard boxes. When replacement items (spares) are delivered
to you, check for damage as the method of shipment and terms of
the insurance agreement will determine how and when damage
claims are handled.
Delivery inspection
Inspect the container for any signs of physical damage upon
delivery of the replacement items (spares). Refer to the shipping
agreement for guidance if the shipping container is damaged.
Equipment handling
The WBU or WCU panel is a valuable piece of equipment and
should be handled with care. Do not throw, drop or stack the
shipping container. Do not place heavy objects on top of the
shipping container.
Equipment storage
If the unit is to be stored prior to re-installation, the following
precautions should be observed:
• The unit should be stored in its container.
• Do not stack or place heavy containers or objects on top of
the container.
• Do not store or place liquids on top of the container.
The following environmental conditions are recommended for
storage:
• The container should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated
space, away from heat and flammable materials.
• The storage temperature may range from –30 °C to +80 °C
with a relative humidity of 75%.
• If necessary, the container should be placed on dunnage to
keep it dry and well ventilated.

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6.3 Spare parts available from Kongsberg

The NC Code listing refers to the Kongsberg Maritime spare
parts code numbers.
Part name Quantity NC Code number
Termination Board EMI Filter 1 each 6200338
Kit Front Panel
Watch Bridge Unit w/display 1 each 3900146
Watch Bridge Unit w/alarm groups 1 each 3900145
Watch Cabin Unit w/display 1 each 3900144
Watch Cabin Unit w/alarm groups 1 each 3900143
Watch Bridge/Cabin Units
Watch Bridge Unit w/display 1 each 8100114
Watch Bridge Unit w/alarm groups 1 each 8100131
Watch Cabin Unit w/display 1 each 8100138
Watch Cabin Unit w/alarm groups 1 each 8100141
Instruction Manual 1 each 319753
Pozidriv screwdriver, POZI #1 (required for POZI screws) 1 each 2102300
Pozidriv screws, 2.9 x 13 DIN7928B A4 1 each 3100955

Note
The WBU mounting frame has two (2) Termination Boards. The
WCU mounting frame has one (1) Termination Board.

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