Quark-Elec QK A027 Manuals

QK-A027 Manual * SeaTalkTM is a family of proprietary maritime communications protocols developed by Raymarine V 3.0 1 of 17 2020 QK-A027 Manual Wireless AIS + GPS Receiver With SeaTalkTM converter + WiFi Features • Two independent receivers monitoring both AIS channels (161.975MHz &162.025MHz) and decoding both channels simultaneously • Sensitivity up to -104 dBm@30% PER • Up to 30 nautical miles receiving range • Powered by the SeaTalk bus (12V) • NMEA 0183 message output through WiFi, USB and RS422 • Configurable baud rates: (4800bps, 9600bps, 38400bps input and output) • Default baud rates set to 38400bps output (Can be changed through Configuration software) • Simultaneous wireless and USB output. • The internal WiFi access point connects up to 4 devices simultaneously • Ad-hoc and Station operating modes • SeaTalk to NMEA 0183 protocol converter • Built-in GPS to provide positional data • Combines GPS and AIS messages with NMEA 0183 and outputs as a seamless stream of data • BNC connector for 50 Ohm VHF antenna • Powered SMA connector for 50 Ohm GPS antenna • Plug & Play connectivity with chart plotters and PCs • Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iOS (Initial Configuration must be completed using Windows software.) • This device connects to NMEA 0183 and is compatible with RS422 output devices. NMEA 0183-RS232 devices can connect to our device by using the Protocol Bridge (QK-AS03) • This device does not come pre-loaded with map data. We advise using openCPN for map data. Some iOS apps may charge for map use

Quark-Elec Manual https://www.quark-elec.com 1 of 16 2017 V1.0 QK-A027 Wireless AIS+GPS Receiver With SeaTalk* Converter Features  Two independent receivers monitoring both AIS channels (161.975MHz &162.025MHz) and decoding both channels simultaneously  Sensitivity up to -106 dBm@30% PER  Up to 45 nautical miles receiving range  Powered by the SeaTalk bus(<[email protected])  NMEA 0183 message output through Wi-Fi, USB and RS422  Configurable baud rates: (4.8, 9.6, 38.4k input and output)  Simultaneous wireless and USB output.  The internal Wi-Fi access point connects up to 4 devices simultaneously  Ad Hoc and Station operating modes  SeaTalk to NMEA 0183 protocol converter  Built-in GPS to provide positional data  Combines GPS and AIS messages with NMEA 0183 and outputs as a seamless stream of data  BNC connector for 50 Ohm VHF antenna  Powered SMA connector for 50 Ohm GPS antenna  Plug & Play connectivity with chart plotters and PCs  Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iOS (Initial Configuration must be completed using Windows software.)  This device connects to NMEA 0183 and is compatible with RS422 output devices. NMEA 0183-RS232 devices can connect to our device by using the Garmin Bridge (QK-AS03)  This device does not come pre-loaded with map data. We advise using openCPN for map data. Some iOS apps may charge for map use

www.quark-elec.com Page 1 of 4 2017 QUICK START SET-UP GUIDE QK A027 - Wireless AIS+GPS Receiver with SeaTalk* Converter SET UP In the box you should have: 1 x QK-A027 1 x USB cable 1 x CD with manuals and drivers Location: Select where your QK-A027 is to be sited. Ideally, although QK-A027 comes with an extruded aluminum enclosure to shield it from external RF interference, it should not be fitted close to generators or compressors (e.g. refrigerators) as they can generate substantial RF noise. It is designed to be installed in a protected indoor environment. Generally, a suitable placement of QK-A027 is together with other types of navigation equipment and the PC or chart plotter that will be used to display the output data. QK-A027 is designed to be securely mounted to a suitable bulkhead or shelf in an indoor environment and needs to be placed where it is well protected from humidity and water. Antenna: QK-A027 is not supplied with a VHF antenna as the type of antenna and cable requirements differ from vessel to vessel. A suitable VHF antenna will need to be connected before the receiver will operate fully. AIS communication system frequencies are close to the duplex VHF channels used for marine communication, so the antenna should be separated as much as possible (ideally at least 3 meters) from the voice communication VHF antenna to avoid unnecessary adjacent channel interference. Best separation is achieved by installing the antennas over each other or on separate sides of the mast. If an existing VHF transmitting antenna is used to receive AIS signals, proper separation equipment (e.g., an active VHF antenna splitter) should be applied.

6. Connect via WiFi if desired You can connect to our wireless products in 2 ways... Disclaimer: This product is designed to aid navigation and should be used to augment normal navigational procedures and practices. It is the user’s responsibility to use this product prudently. Neither Quark-elec, nor their distributors or dealers accept responsibility or liability either to the product user or their estate for any accident, loss, injury or damage whatsoever arising out of the use or of liability to use this product. Email: [email protected] V1.1(10/19) QK-A027 Ad-hoc mode WiFi (direct A027 to phone/tablet/PC) is the default setting, this requires no Windows configuration.  On your device (phone/tablet/PC): 15 seconds after the A027 has powered up, you can scan for a WiFi network with an SSID similar to ‘QK-A027xxxx’. Connect the device to ‘QK- A027xxxx’ with the default password: ‘88888888’.  In your chart software: set the protocol as ‘TCP’, IP address as ‘192.168.1.100’ and the port number as ‘2000’ in the chart software. Station mode WiFi (A027 through a router/access point - to phone/tablet/PC) allows you to access your data at the same time as your other WiFi network data. This option requires configuration to set up the connection between the A027 and your router. See the ‘Configuration’ section of the manual and configuration instructions on the CD provided. 7. You can adjust baud rates if needed To change the baud rate from the default settings (input 4800bps and output 38400bps), adjust these settings using the Configuration software. See the ‘Configuration’ section of the manual and configuration instructions on the CD provided. Ad-hoc mode WiFi Station mode WiFi or Note: SeaTalk™ is a registered trademark of Raymarine. SET-UP GUIDE  What You Need  Installation Overview  Notes QK-A027 WIRELESS AIS RECEIVER WITH GPS + SEATALK™ CONVERTER All products are CE, RoHS certified www.quark-elec.com Please recycle your packaging