AMI Marine (UK) Ltd Products

Ships Movement Information Display System

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Ships Movement Information Display System [SMIDS] - KW919-SMIDS Ships Movement Information Display System (SMIDS) measures speed over the ground at the Bow and the Stern of the vessel giving highly accurate speed and movement information, in realtime, to the ship's Master, officer and pilot. The system uses high precision satellite technology to replace the popular, yet somewhat unreliable, SONAR Doppler-docking systems. The system uses two GPS/Glonass receivers to monitor the vessels movement at the bow and stern, giving a mean velocity better than +/- 0.02 knots. SMIDS is a highly popular products and many ship's Masters are reluctant to sail using the Doppler system and are opting for SMIDS in its place. For a demonstration of SMIDS in action please take a look at the following videos: 1 - SMIDS - Docking 2 - S MIDS - Lightering 3 - SMIDS - RAS-ing For further information the data sheet is available for download and for any information required in addition to this please feel free to contact us directly.

Multi-Sensor Interface

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KW938 - Multi-Sensor Interface Multi-sensor interface is ideal use with SVDR/VDR, bringing together different signals from multiple systems.

Voyage Data Recorder - VDR

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Voyage Data Recorder - VR2272B-VDR The VR2272B is the smallest VDR system in today's market and at a price that suits the world wide market the VR2272B is already a highly popular choice amongst many major companies for retrofitting and new buildings alike. Manufactured in the UK the VDR is approved to the highest possible IEC and IMO standards available along with all associated interfaces.

Ships Email Alert System - SEAS

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S.E.A.S - Ships Email Alarm system The "Ships Email Alarm System", or "S.E.A.S", is an automated alert system that will detect a change in status of specified equipment and raise the alarm at a remote location, using a designated e-mail address. For example: - The system could be connected to the vessel's holding tanks. When the high level threshold is reached the SEAS would detect this and automatically send an e-mail to Superintendant who could contact the vessel to ensure the matter is in hand. - The vessel could have a fire in the engine room. The SEAS may be configured to detect this alarm and immediately dispatch an e-mail to the vessel's office to inform them of the situation. - For vessels with a single man bridge system if the watch keeper alarm is activated this can alert the vessel's office or Master on-board. A 'Free Text' tool is incorporated for the officer on watch to send a short note to the same e-mail address (and only this address) to update the Superintendant, office or whoever is the chosen recipient of the situation on-board. The system will monitor a variety of inputs so an example of a vessels configuration could be as follows: 1 - Main Fire Alarm 2 - Engine Room Fire Alarm 3 - Cargo Hold 1 High Water Level 4 - Cargo Hold 2 High Water Level 5 - Engine Room Bilge High Water 6 - Generator Room Bilge High Water 7 - Watertight Door Status 8 - Bow Shell Door Status 9 - Stern Shell Door Status 10 - Steering Gear Failure Alarm 11 - Man Overboard Alarm 12 - Security Alert Activation Status indications such as rate of turn limit and off course alarm, among others, can be monitored by adding further AMI interfaces such as the KW991.

Rate Of Turn Indicator

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KW991-ROT - Rate of Turn Indicator The KW991-ROT is a Rate Of Turn indicator which is based on the popular KW991-HR interface and display. Inputs include 360:1 synchro, stepper gyro signal or NMEA heading data. From this information the KW991-ROT will calculate the vessels rate of turn. This information is displayed in a large clear digital format for ease of vision by the operator. Other screens available are Compatible gyro input types are: SYNCHRO TYPES AMUR CC150 .115v ref. 50/60v 500Hz sigs, synchro 360:1 ANSHUTZ Std 4 Std 6 50/60v ref. 20/24v 50/60Hz sigs, synchro 360:1 KURS 4 110v ref. 50v 60Hz sigs, synchro 360:1 MICROTECHNICA 115v ref. 90v 60Hz sigs C.PLATH Type 71 115v ref. 90v 60Hz sigs VEGA 1404KN 115v ref. 60v 60Hz sigs YOKOGAWA NAVITEC 110v ref. 60v 60Hz sigs STEPPER TYPES ANSHUTZ Std 20 24v neg steps ARMA BROWN Mk1 pos steps ARMA BROWN Mk10 neg steps SG BROWN 1000 negsteps C.PLATH NAVIGAT 7,8 neg steps ROBERTSON SKR80 neg and pos steps SPERRY Mk 20 . Unsmoothed rectified neg or pos steps SPERRY Mk 37 . Unsmoothed rectified 35v neg steps SPERRY SR120, 130,140 35v neg steps SPERRY VT6 neg steps. NMEA 0183 $HEHDT, xxx,xxxx,T TOKIMEK 35v neg steps. YOKOGAWA CMZ250/300x 35v neg steps

Heading Repeater

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KW991-HR - Heading Repeater The KW991-HR can be supplied in two forms. 1. Off Course Alarm - OCA 2. Compass Comparator - CCA The OCA version allows the operator to set an off course variation limit. If the ships heading strays outside the set limit a visual alarm is displayed. The CCA version accepts two heading inputs. For example one gyro and one mag compass. If the secondary heading input (i.e. magnetic) strays outside the preset limit a visual alarm is displayed. All the 360:1 synchro, standard stepper signal and NMEA 0183 heading data is recognised by the KW991-HR.

Course Recorder 991

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KW991-CR - Course Recorder The KW991-CR Course Recorder with printer can be used as a direct replacement for old electro-mechanical type course recorders. The display can be switched between: * Tape heading display of 25 degrees, * Digital display with GPS Information display, * Large digital display GPS and gyro heading is input to the KW991-CR and the printer will display the following: * Gyro heading * Course * Speed over ground * UTC time This information is printed in plain English for the operator to read. The 360:1 Synchro, stepper and NMEA heading sentences are accepted by the KW991-CR and, in addition to the printer output, all data is output in NMEA 4800 baud format from a second output port.

NMEA to Synchro / Resolver Interface

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KW960-D - NMEA to Synchro / Resolver Interface The KW960-D resolver interface takes heading or anemometer NMEA 0183 and generates a low power synchro or resolver (or sine-cosine) output. A number of different ratios are possible including 1:1, 9:1, 10:1, 30:1, 36:1, 90:1, 180:1 and 360:1 The output voltage is nominally 10 to 40V line to line, adjustable. Resolver option has a 20V max output Reference output is 25 or 50V jumper selectable. 115V ref 90V signal output is available with the use of a step up transformer, which, if required, should be specified at the time of purchase.

Course Recorder 950

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KW950-CR - Course Recorder The KW950 Course Recorder with printer can be used as a direct replacement for old electro-mechanical type course recorders. GPS and gyro heading is input to the KW950-CR and the printer will display the following: * Gyro heading * Course * Speed over ground * UTC time This information is printed in plain English for the operator to read. In addition to the printer output the KW950-CR has a four digit display which will display the ships heading and a three bar rate of turn indication. The 360:1 Synchro, stepper and NMEA heading sentences are accepted by the KW950-CR and, in addition to the printer output, all data is output in NMEA 4800 baud format from a second output port.

48 Step Per Degree Retransmission Interface

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KW948 - 48 Steps Per Degree Retransmission Interface Certain older gyro systems use a 48 step per degree protocol, such as CPlath and Anschutz. These gyros are few and far between these days and finding a replacement is now nearly impossible. The KW948 negates the necessity to replace the complete repeater system by taking a standard NMEA 0183 heading string and converting it into the 48 step per degree signal required. Follow up rate is selectable between 5 and 10 degrees per second.

Stepper Retransmission Interface - Negative Stepper

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KW941-D - Stepper Retransmission Unit - Negative Stepper The KW941-D interface converts serial heading data into traditional step transmission, and also acts as a stepper amplifier. For new gyros with NMEA output, where the existing repeater system requires a step signal, the KW941-D is a cost effective way of ensuring the two systems integrate flawlessly. The KW941-D will output -25, -35, -50 and -70V (selectable) stepper at 6 steps per degree, with 6 output channels Input voltages of 4 to 35V input step signal can also be converted into the aforementioned output step signals. Two units are available in the form of the KW941-D 24/50 which will output 24V or 50V and the KW941-D 35/70 which outputs 35V or 70V as desired. For Positive stepper please see "KW941-BP - Stepper Retransmission Unit - Pos or Neg"

Stepper Retransmission Interface - Bi-Polar

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KW941-BP - Stepper Retransmission Unit - Bi-Polar [Pos or Neg Step] The KW941-BP interface converts NMEA heading data into DC stepper of 6 steps per degree. The unit can also be used as a stepper amplifier accepting from 5V up to 35V DC step input and giving an output of 25V up to 70V and is selectable for either positive or negative polarity. One output channel is provided for connection to a stepper redistribution unit. The KW941-BP is suitable for connection to a range of repeater systems including: Arma Brown Tokimec Yokogawa CPlath Furuno Robertson Sperry

Serial Port Interface

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KW909-SPI - Serial Port Interface The KW909-SPI is a multi-function Serial Port Interface that converts proprietary data into NMEA 0183 standard format. There are many Alarms and instrumentation systems which output their status as proprietary serial data. This is not always suitable for sending to a VDR. Examples... • Autronica fire alarm • Pizzorno engine telegraph • Radar data in proprietary format • Engine room or hull stress monitor system • Meteorological instrumentation

Beacon Tester

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KW907-BT - Beacon Tester The KW907-BT is a low cost, hand-held Sonar Beacon Tester which is used to test the operation of the underwater locator beacon installed on all fixed protective data capsules of the VDR and S-VDR systems. Engineers carrying out VDR and S-VDR annual surveys as well as Superintendents and Technical officers carrying out routine checks need to test the beacon located on all fixed data capsules. The KW907-BT provides the most cost effective and reliable solution available.

Multi-Sensor Interface

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KW938 - Multi-Sensor Interface Multi-sensor interface is ideal for use with SVDR/VDR, bringing together different signals from multiple systems.

Analogue To Digital Interface (Propulsion Interface)

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KW935-C - Analogue To Digital Interface (Propulsion Interface) The KW935-C will convert the input variable voltage signal into an NMEA string. Accepted input signals range from +/-0.5V up to +/-30V AC and DC signals and 4-20mA signals. Applications include: * Engine telegraph systems * Bow and stern thrusters * Engine RPM indicators * Rudder angle indicators

Digital Interface

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KW932 - Digital Interface The KW932 is a 32 channel interface that converts 5V-220V status voltage to NMEA strings. Designed for interfacing older fire door, watertight door, fire alarm and other systems to the ships Voyage Data Recorder it has become popular with vessels requiring a digital display for their door/alarm status systems. Using the KW932 to interface with these systems the vessels have their own software that will decode the simple NMEA strings and display each door or alarm as a graphical image. Accepting AC and DC signals, as well as contact closure, the KW932 is a very versatile interface. Please download the manual for further information.

Data Distributor Interface

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KW930-DD - Expandable Data Distribution Interface The KW930-DD will accept ASCII and NMEA data streams from 2400 to 38400 baud and distribute it via a buffer amplifier to a user defined number of outputs. Each KW930-DD board is expandable by direct connection to a second board and then a third, fourth and so on. The first board will have 4x Outputs The second uses the 4th output of the first board as its input. Therefore the options are 4, 7, 10, 13, 16, 19, etc. For example: One board will give 4 outputs Two boards will give 7 outputs Each additional board is powered directly from the previous. Each output has an LED indication that will flash in time with the input LED. There is also a power status LED to show that the unit is on should no data be present at the input.

Digital To Analogue Interface

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KW920-SV - Digital to Analogue Interface The KW920-SV is used to convert NMEA data into +/- voltages or 4 to 20mA current loop signals. Examples of conversions are as follows: INPUT - OUTPUT All valid NMEA gyro and mag data - 4-20mA for 000 to 360 degrees Marimatech depth (E-Sea format) - 4-20mA for 0 to 160 metres depth NMEA 0183 Rudder angle - 4-20mA for 0 to 360 degrees GPS NMEA Speed over ground - 4-20mA for -8.0 to +30.0 knots NMEA Revs per minute - 4-20mA for -1300 to +1300RPM NMEA Heading $HEHDT - -10V=180 deg to +10V=179 deg NMEA Rudder angle - +/-10V for +/- 40 degrees NMEA Log speed - 4-20mA for 0 to 16 knots NMEA Depth - 4-20mA for 0 to 40 metres

Geolog

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KW919-Geolog The GEOLOG is a single sensor speed and distance measuring system based on the SMIDS docking system. This system measures and displays speed over ground at the position of the antenna (normally located above the wheelhouse). The KW919 replaces the Dual Axis types of SONAR speed systems by utilizing satellite technology. The complete KW919 GEOLOG system can be installed whilst the vessel is in transit thereby avoiding operational down time or the need to dry dock.

Synchro Retransmission Interface - Low Voltage

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KW903-SX - Synchro Retransmission Unit - Low Voltage The KW903-SX is a very precise, medium power synchro retransmission system. This system accepts NMEA 0183 heading data input and data from a magnetic compass or Cetrek system Output ratios range from 1:1 to 360:1 therefore this product is compatable with most repeater systems. The reference voltage output is selectable between 55V and 110V with a maximum phase output voltage of 50VAC. As a specific example of an application the KW903-SX is a perfect partner for Anschutz repeater systems which require a 25VAC phase signal. The KW903-SX output is very precise which will give 360 values per revolution at most ratios.

Synchro Retransmission Interface - High Voltage

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KW903-SP - Synchro Retransmission Unit - High Voltage The KW903-SP is a high power synchro retransmission system. Accepted inputs are 4 to 70V Stepper, 90x 400Hz contact-less transmission or NMEA 0183 heading data and converts into 360:1 synchro. The output can be set for the following 50/60Hz AC values: * 115V ref / 90V phase * 110V ref / 55V phase * 50V ref / 68V phase. The system is powered by the ship's 110V / 220V AC 50/60 Hz supply

Bridge Navigation Watch Alarm System - BNWAS

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KW810-BNWAS Bridge Navigation Watch Alarm System Fully type approved and designed to be unobtrusive, yet easy to use, this smart touch screen system integrates with existing bridge alarms and is fully type approved to the latest IMO standards. Outputs from BNWAS include a third stage active watch alarm for the general ship alarm and a fourth stage to activate the Ship Security Alert System (SSAS). Under the IMO specification two options are offered, either push button or motion sensor activation. With the first option, the system requires the Officer on Watch to physically interact with the system at regular intervals. The second option using the BNWAS motion sensor, removes the need for the Officer to physically interact to stop the alarm; the sensor detects movement from the Watch Officer which, simply resets the timer.

Mobile Pilot Aid

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Mobile Pilot Aid - KW800-MPA The Mobile Pilot Aid is a cost effective portable data repeater that is used to keep the Pilot fully informed, in real-time, of the vessels every movement. By connecting to the Pilot Port of the ships AIS equipment, ships own navigation data generated by the ship is transmitted using Bluetooth wireless technology to the handheld MPA (PDA). The MPA, in turn, displays the data anywhere on the bridge or bridge wings within range of the transmitter (Approx.100mtrs). Software on the MPA extracts only the relevant data from the AIS data stream and displays this information on the MPA via user friendly software. The Pilot can tap through a number of different screens each with groups of information that the Pilot will find invaluable. The Pilot sees only ships own data thus avoiding any potential conflict or confusion that might be caused by third party data. The MPA system is compact, light and has its own battery backed power supply. Packed in a strong waterproof case it is easily carried by the Pilot as he embarks and disembarks the vessel. Once on-board the transmitter can be easily plugged into the ships AIS via the universal Pilot port allowing the portable MPA to receive data in seconds.

Simplified Voyage Data Recorder - S-VDR

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Simplified Voyage Data Recorder - VR2272B-S-VDR The VR2272B is the smallest S-VDR system in today's market and at a price that suits the world wide market the VR2272B is already a highly popular choice amongst many major companies for retrofitting and new buildings alike. Manufactured in the UK the S-VDR is approved to the highest possible IEC and IMO standards available along with all associated interfaces.

Synchro Interface - AC High Precision

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KW910-M - Synchro Interface The KW910-M will convert synchro transmission signals to NMEA 0183 data with a sensitivity of 0.1 degree for all gyro ratios from 1:1 to 360:1. Synchro reference voltages accepted are between 40V and 220V with signal voltage inputs between 40V and 90V. Lower voltage compatibility is possible but should be requested at time of order. Synchro signals are often associated with the ships gyro but this signal type is often used in other equipment found on older vessels. The KW910-M caters for a number of input and output requirements including:

Gyro compass

Rudder Demand/ Sensor Angle

Wind speed and direction

Speed Log

Telegraph or Shaft RPM

The KW910-M interface does not require alignment in the 1:1 and 90:1 mode but for all other synchro types an alignment keypad is supplied. Other outputs are possible, even if not currently included. Please feel free to ask about any application not listed above. Gyro compatibility includes (but not limited to): Anschutz Hokushin CPlath Sperry Tokimec Sagem Yokogawa Furuno JRC Kawasaki Kurs Arma Brown Amur Plath Navigat

Synchro Interface - AC / DC

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KW910-SDC - Synchro Interface - AC/DC Synchro The KW910-SDC will convert DC and AC Synchro transmission signals to NMEA 0183 data with a sensitivity of 1 degree. Higher precision AC synchro conversion can be achieved using the KW910-M Applications of the KW910-SDC include;

Rudder Order connected to VDR.

Rudder Sensor Angle connected to VDR

Wind speed and direction connected to VDR or ECDIS

Speed Log connected to VDR or ECDIS

Telegraph or Shaft RPM connected to VDR

The KW910-SDC interface does not require alignment in the 1:1 and 90:1 mode but for all other synchro types an alignment keypad is supplied. Accepted reference voltages range from 2V to 220V (required voltage range should be stated at time of order) Compatible gyro systems include (but not exclusive to): Microtechnica DC synchro Anschutz Hokushin CPlath Sperry Tokimec Sagem Yokogawa Furuno JRC Kawasaki Kurs Arma Brown Amur Plath Navigat

Universal Interface

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KW950-E - Universal Interface

The KW950-E has a vast range of functions that will suit an enormous number of interfacing requirements. Its most basic function has been its most popular for many years, this being the conversion of 360:1 Synchro or Stepper gyro inputs into NMEA 0183 heading with calculated ROT outputs. The below table shows just a few of the possible functions, see the data sheet for the full list:

INPUT	OUTPUT	DISPLAY
Anschutz gyro synchro signal	NMEA 0183 gyro and rate of turn data	Heading
Yokogawa proprietary data	NMEA 0183 gyro and rate of turn data	Heading
Sperry stepper signal	NMEA 0183 gyro and rate of turn data	Heading
NMEA 0183 heading data	Furuno clock and data output	Heading
360:1 Synchro/Stepper/NMEA 0183	Tokimec Robertson 9600 baud	Heading
360:1 Synchro/Stepper/NMEA 0183	Cetrek and Furuno data	Heading
NMEA 0183 + 9600 baud heading data	Microtechnica $N3N2N1N data	Heading
NMEA 0183 speed data	200ppm	Speed
Speed Log 200ppm	NMEA 0183 speed data	Speed
GPS speed data	NMEA 0183 speed data	Speed
Echo sounder Tx and Rx pulse	NMEA 0183 depth data	Depth
Marconi Seachart data	NMEA 0183 depth data	Depth

NMEA Data Combiner

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KW909-FM - NMEA Data Combiner The KW909-FM is an eight channel data combiner that will accept any NMEA data stream input at 4800 baud. For versatility channel 1 is capable of accepting between 4800 and 38400 baud and Channel 6 is auto sensing for 4800/9600 baud. All data on the eight inputs are combined and output on a ‘first in first out’ basis at either 4800 baud or 38400 baud, selectable at time of installation.