Skanti Scanbridge A3 Series Communication Consoles For GMDSS Sea Area A3 Technical Manual

SKANTI SCANBRIDGE
A3 Series
Communication Consoles
for GMDSS Sea Area A3
Technical Manual
Skandinavisk Teleindustri SKANTI A/S

4 Lautrupvang, DK-2750 Ballerup, Denmark
NB!
This manual is for informational use only, may be changed without notice, and should not be
construed as a commitment of Skandinavisk Teleindustri SKANTI A/S. Under no circumstances
does Skandinavisk Teleindustri SKANTI A/S assume any responsibility or liability for any errors or
inaccuracies that may appear in this document.
Doc. no.: 60.251 Issue: A9927

TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
Table of Contents .............................................. 1-1 Power and Signal cables ................................. 3-29
General description ........................................... 1-3 PC and printer installation .............................. 3-32
Basic Versions .................................................. 1.4 Installation of MF/HF ATU and
Technical data ................................................... 1-6 INM-C antenna ............................................... 3-37
Test and commissioning ................................. 3-45
Battery capacity requirements ........................ 3-47
2. OPERATION Power consumption of SKANTI
Table of contents .............................................. 2-1 GMDSS equipment ......................................... 3-49
Location of the System Units: Conning Position module ................................. 3-50
SCANBRIDGE A3 CT ....................................... 2-2 Conning Position module outline
SCANBRIDGE A3 CG ...................................... 2-3 and dimensions .............................................. 3-52
SCANBRIDGE A3 DUAL CT ............................. 2-4
VHF System ..................................................... 2-5 4. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

MF/ HF System ................................................ 2-6 Table of Contents .............................................. 4-1
INMARSAT- C System ...................................... 2-7 SCANBRIDGE A3 CT Internal Wiring ................ 4-2
Remote Panels ................................................. 2-8 SCANBRIDGE A3 CT Cable specifications ...... 4-3
SCANBRIDGE A3 CG Internal Wiring ............... 4-4

3. INSTALLATION SCANBRIDGE A3 CG Cable specifications ...... 4-5
Table of contents .............................................. 3-1
Getting started .................................................. 3-3 SCANBRIDGE A3 DUAL CT Internal Wiring ...... 4-6
Installation procedure ........................................ 3-5 SCANBRIDGE A3 Cable Specifications
Installation of the SCANBRIDGE console DUAL CT ........................................................... 4-7
on a Desk ......................................................... 3-6 CPM 1000 Internal wiring .................................. 4-8
Installation wiring .............................................. 3-8 CPM 1000 Cable specifications ........................ 4-9
CPM 1000 EGC Internal wiring ....................... 4-10
SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 CPM 1000 EGC Cable specifications ............. 4-11
Installation wiring diagrams ............................... 3-9 CPM 1001 EGC Internal wiring ....................... 4-12
Cable specifications ........................................ 3-11 CPM 1001 EGC Cable specifications ............. 4-13
SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 Dual CT

Installation wiring diagrams ............................. 3-13 5. SERVICE
Cable specifications ........................................ 3-15 Table of Contents .............................................. 5-1
Preventive Maintenance ................................... 5-3
SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 Removal of SCANBRIDGE front cover ............. 5-5
Installation wiring diagrams ............................. 3-17 SKANTI service agents .................................... 5-6
Cable specifications ........................................ 3-19

Installation wiring diagrams ............................. 3-23
Cable specifications ........................................ 3-25
SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES I
TABLE OF CONTENTS
II SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES
INTRODUCTION
1. INTRODUCTION Table of Contents
General description ........................................... 1-3

Basic Versions ................................................... 1-4
Technical data .................................................... 1-6
SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES 1-1

INTRODUCTION
1-2 SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES

GENERAL DESCRIPTION INTRODUCTION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Scanbridge A3 series Console Systems for GMDSS Sea Area A3 consists of 3 communication
systems designed and operated fully independently.
-VHF system for voice and DSC communication.
-MF/HF system for voice, DSC and telex* communication.
-Inmarsat-C system for telex communication.
* MF/HF telex is not included with a dual Inmarsat-C system.
The Control Unit of the MF/HF system, the Transceiver Unit and printer of the Inmarsat-C system
and the VHF/DSC system are installed in the Scanbridge console along with the small Charger
Panel CP 1003.
The PC of the Inmarsat-C system and the keyboard and printer of the MF/HF telex system are
installed next to the console. In a dual Inmarsat-C console the keyboard and printer af the MF/HF
telex is replaced by a PC for the second Inmarsat-C system.
The VHF/DSC duplicate system is installed in the Conning Position Module.
The consoles are prewired and tested from the factory.

INTRODUCTION BASIC VERSIONS
BASIC VERSIONS
SCANBRIDGE CONSOLES
SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 with Scansat-CT

VHF telephony and DSC
250 W MF/HF telephony, DSC and Radio telex
Inmarsat-C telex
Applicable version information:
Chapter 2, ‘Location of system units SCANBRIDGE A3 CT ‘
Chapter 3, ‘Installation wiring diagram SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3‘
Chapter 4, ‘Internal wiring SCANBRIDGE A3 CT‘
SCANBRIDGE 1251 A3 with Scansat-CG

Inmarsat-C telex
Chapter 2, ‘Location of system units SCANBRIDGE A3 CG‘
Chapter 3, ‘Installation wiring diagram SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 ‘
Chapter 4, ‘Internal wiring SCANBRIDGE A3 CG‘
SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 with Dual Scansat-CT

250 W MF/HF telephony and DSC
Inmarsat-C telex
Chapter 2, ‘Location of system units SCANBRIDGE A3 Dual CT ‘
Chapter 3, ‘Installation wiring diagram SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 Dual CT‘
Chapter 4, ‘Internal wiring SCANBRIDGE A3 Dual CT‘

Inmarsat-C telex
Chapter 4, ‘Internal wiring SCANBRIDGE A3 CT‘

Inmarsat-C telex
Chapter 2, ‘Location of system units SCANBRIDGE A3 CG ‘
Chapter 3, ‘Installation wiring diagram SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 ‘
Chapter 4, ‘Internal wiring SCANBRIDGE A3 CG‘

BASIC VERSIONS INTRODUCTION
SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 with Dual Scansat-CT

500 W MF/HF telephony and DSC
Inmarsat-C telex
Chapter 2, ‘Location of system units SCANBRIDGE A3 Dual CT ‘
Chapter 3, ‘Installation wiring diagram SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 Dual CT ‘
Chapter 4, ‘Internal wiring SCANBRIDGE A3 Dual CT‘
SCANBRIDGE CONNING POSITION MODULES
SCANBRIDGE Conning Position Module CPM 1000

Distress alarm VHF, MF/HF and Inmarsat-C
SCANBRIDGE Conning Position Module CPM 1000 EGC

Inmarsat-C EGC printer for Scansat-CT
SCANBRIDGE Conning Position Module CPM 1001 EGC

Inmarsat-C EGC printer for Scansat-CG

INTRODUCTION TECHNICAL DATA
TECHNICAL DATA
Mechanical
Weight
Console complete with equipment installed.
SCANBRIDGE A3 with Scansat CT: 22 kg
SCANBRIDGE A3 with Scansat CG: 24 kg
SCANBRIDGE A3 with Dual Scansat CT: 29 kg
Dimensions
Length: 590 mm
Height: 265 mm (490 mm including printer PRN 9000)
Width: 578 mm
Electrical
Power consumption: Please refer to ’Power consumption of SKANTI GMDSS equipment’ at page
3-49.
The internal cabling diagram, cable specifications, and cable locations are described in chapter 4
’Technical Description’.

OPERATION
2. OPERATION Table of Contents
Location of the System Units:

SCANBRIDGE A3 CT ....................................... 2-2
SCANBRIDGE A3 CG ....................................... 2-3
SCANBRIDGE A3 DUAL CT ............................. 2-4
VHF System ...................................................... 2-5

MF/ HF System ................................................. 2-6
INMARSAT- C System ....................................... 2-7
Remote Panels .................................................. 2-8

OPERATION LOCATION OF SYSTEM UNITS SCANBRIDGE A3 CT
LOCATION OF SYSTEM UNITS SCANBRIDGE A3 CT
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LOCATION OF SYSTEM UNITS SCANBRIDGE A3 CG OPERATION
LOCATION OF SYSTEM UNITS SCANBRIDGE A3 CG
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OPERATION LOCATION OF SYSTEM UNITS SCANBEIDGE A3 DUAL CT
LOCATION OF SYSTEM UNITS SCANBRIDGE A3 DUAL CT
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VHF SYSTEM OPERATION
VHF SYSTEM
The VHF system of the SCANBRIDGE consists of the combined VHF/VHF DSC unit VHF 1000
DSC (pos.8), a handset (pos.7) and is supplied from the 24V to 12 V power supply PR 1206 (pos.
2). The VHF system of the Conning Position Module consists of the combined VHF/VHF DSC unit
VHF 1000 DSC (pos.15), a handset (pos.12) and is supplied from the 24V to 12 V power supply
PR 1206 (pos. 13).
Description
The VHF 1000 DSC has a built-in channel 70 DSC receiver connected to a separate VHF antenna
dedicated to DSC reception. This enables reception of incoming DSC calls while the VHF is opera-
ting on a telephony channel.
Basic operation
Receiving a DSC call

The VHF 1000 DSC is signaling incoming call by sound and lamp.
a. If the handset is on hook simply lift the handset to be connected to the caller.
Press the handset PTT key while speaking into the handset microphone.
b. If the handset is off hook for VHF operation, press the ‘Tel/DSC’ key to view the DSC call and
select the ‘CONNECT’ entry to be connected to the caller.
Sending a DSC call

To switch to DSC operations press the ‘Tel/DSC’.
Press ‘TX Call’ and proceed as guided by the instructions in the display.
Voice operation
To switch to telephony operations press the ‘Tel/DSC’.
Press the required channel no.
Press the top ‘Display key’ next to the display to select the transmitter power level.
Hook off the handset and press the handset PTT key while speaking into the handset microphone.
Please refer to the VHF 1000 DSC operator’s handbook for details.

OPERATION MF/HF SYSEM
MF/HF SYSEM
The MF/HF system consists of the externally installed 250 W transceiver unit TU 1250 or 500 W
transceiver unit TU 1500 controlled from the console installed Control Unit TCU 1000 (pos.5)
which is connected to the keyboard KBU 9000 (pos.4) and printer PRN 9000 (pos.3) forming the
GMDSS MF/HF telex terminal. The automatic antenna tuning unit ATU 1250 for 250 W or ATU
1500 for 500 W is externally installed, please refer the installation chapter for details.
MF/HF telex is not a part of a dual Inmarsat-C system.
Description
The MF/HF transceiver has a built-in DSC / Telex modem and DSC receiver for DSC watch which
is connected to a separate MF/HF DSC antenna. Telephony and DSC communication is operated
from the Control Unit TCU 1000 and telex communication from the GMDSS telex terminal.
Basic operation
Receiving a DSC call

The TRP 1000 is signaling incoming call by sound and lamp.
a. If the handset is on hook simply lift the handset to be connected to the caller.
b. If the handset is off hook for voice operation, press the ‘Tel/DSC’ key to view the DSC call
and select the ‘CONNECT’ entry to be connected to the caller.
Sending a DSC call

To switch to DSC operations press the ‘Tel/DSC’.
Press ‘TX Call’ and proceed as guided by the instructions in the display.
Voice operation
To switch to telephony operations press the ‘Tel/DSC’.
Press the required channel no.
Press ‘Power’ (shift followed by 6) to select the transmitter power level.
Hook off the handset and press the handset PTT key while speaking into the handset microphone.
Please refer to the TRP 1000 Series operator’s handbook for details.

INMARSAT-C SYSTEM OPERATION
INMARSAT-C SYSTEM
SCANBRIDGE 1250 / 1500 with Scansat-CT

The INMARSAT-C system consists of the console installed transceiver unit (pos.1) controlled from
the PC 9000 (pos.10) and keyboard KBU 9000 (pos.11) installed next to console.
The Inmarsat-C printer PRN 9000 (pos.6) is also connected the transceiver unit. If the EGC remote
printer PRN 9020 (pos. 16) is installed it is also connected to the transceiver unit. The Inmarsat-C
antenna unit is externally installed, please refer the installation chapter for details.
In a dual Inmarsat-C system the second system consists of the console installed transceiver unit
(pos.21) controlled from the PC 9000 (pos.17) and keyboard KBU 9000 (pos.18) installed next to
console. The Inmarsat-C printer PRN 9000 (pos.19) is also connected the transceiver unit. An
additional power supply P 2408 is installed in the console.
SCANBRIDGE 1251 / 1501 with Scansat-CG

The INMARSAT-C system consists of the console installed transceiver unit (pos.1) controlled from
the PC 9000 (pos.10) and keyboard KBU 9000 (pos.11) installed next to console.
The Inmarsat-C printer PRN 9000 (pos.6) is also connected the transceiver unit. If the EGC remote
printer PRN 9010 (pos. 16) is installed it is connected to the transceiver unit and the Inmarsat-C
printer PRN 9000 (pos.6) is then connected to the PC 9000 (pos.10). The Inmarsat-C antenna unit
is externally installed, please refer the installation chapter for details.
Description
The transceiver unit is connected to the antenna unit which is installed in the mast. The antenna
has a built-in GPS receiver providing the positioning information for the Inmarsat-C system.This
GPS information is also supplied to the VHF DSC and the MF/HF DSC. The Inmarsat-C can be
configured to operate with two printers and with the remote alarm panel AP 1003. The Inmarsat-C
is operated from the PC terminal. Please refer to the operators handbook for details.

OPERATION REMOTE PANELS
REMOTE PANELS
Alarm Panel
The Alarm Panel AP 1003 (pos.14) of the Conning Position Module is a remote control panel for
initiation of distress alert transmission as well as visible and audible indication of incoming distress
and urgency calls on VHF, MF/HF and INMARSAT-C.
Battery Charger
The battery charger panel CP 1003 (pos.9) is a remote charger panel for the power supply and
battery charger unit which is externally installed. The CP 1003 has two LCD displays for voltage
and current readout. The CP 1003 has a built-in audio alarm with muting facility for low/high battery
voltage alarm and failure of AC supply.

INSTALLATION
3. INSTALLATION Table of Contents
Getting started ................................................... 3-3

Installation procedure ........................................ 3-5
Installation of the SCANBRIDGE console
on a Desk .......................................................... 3-6
Installation wiring ............................................... 3-8
SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3
Installation wiring diagrams ............................... 3-9
Cable specifications ......................................... 3-11

SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3

Power and Signal cables ................................. 3-29

PC and printer installation ............................... 3-32
Installation of MF/HF ATU and
INM-C antenna ............................................... 3-37
Test and commissioning .................................. 3-45
Battery capacity requirements ......................... 3-47
Power consumption of SKANTI
GMDSS equipment .......................................... 3-49
Conning Position module ................................. 3-50
Conning Position module outline
and dimensions ............................................... 3-52

INSTALLATION

GETTING STARTED INSTALLATION
GETTING STARTED
As the first step, please make sure that you have received the following items.
SCANBRIDGE 1250 or 1251:
1 x SCANBRIDGE Console module

1 x SCANBRIDGE Accessory Kit *1)
1 x PC 9000 with keyboard (Dual Inmarsat-C: 2 x PC 9000 with keyboard)
1 x Keyboard (Dual Inmarsat-C: No Keyboard)
2 x PRN 9000 Printer
1 x ATU 1250, MF/HF Antenna Tuning Unit
1 x TU 1250, MF/HF Transceiver Unit
1 x Inmarsat-C Antenna Unit (Dual Inmarsat-C: 2 x Inmarsat-C Antenna Unit)
Manuals
In case any of the above-mentioned units is not included, please contact Skanti immediately.
The following options may be included with the SCANBRIDGE:
1 x Conning Position Module (available with or without printer for EGC messages)
1 x PCH 2424 Power Supply / Battery Charger
The SCANBRIDGE is delivered as a complete system with equipment, internal power supplies,
and including all internal cables. However, the TU 1250, ATU 1250 and Inmarsat-C Antenna has to
be installed separately.
*1) The Accessory Kit contains the following:
19 x cable clamp for fixing of the external coax, signal and power cables
38 x screw M4 x 18 mm for cable clamps
1 x screw M4 x 20 mm for fixing the PRN 9000 to the console
1 x nut 4 mm for fixing PRN 9000 to the console
1 x SCANBRIDGE identification label
2 x 8 A fuse
2 x 2A fuseGetting started

INSTALLATION GETTING STARTED
SCANBRIDGE 1500 / 1501 :
As the first step, please make sure that you have received the following items.
1 x SCANBRIDGE Console module

1 x SCANBRIDGE Accessory Kit *1)
1 x PC 9000 with keyboard (Dual Inmarsat-C: 2 x PC 9000 with keyboard)
1 x Keyboard (Dual Inmarsat-C: No Keyboard)
2 x PRN 9000 Printer
1 x ATU 1500, MF/HF Antenna Tuning Unit
1 x TU 1500, MF/HF Transceiver Unit
1 x Inmarsat-C Antenna Unit (Dual Inmarsat-C: 2 x Inmarsat-C Antenna Unit)
Manuals
In case any of the above-mentioned units is not included, please contact Skanti immediately.
The following options may be included with the SCANBRIDGE:
1 x Conning Position Module (available with or without printer for EGC messages)
1 x CH 2430 Power Supply / Battery Charger
1 x P 8750 Power Supply
The SCANBRIDGE is delivered as a complete system with equipment, internal power supplies,
and including all internal cables. However, the TU 1500, ATU 1500 and Inmarsat-C Antenna has to
be installed separately.
*1) The Accessory Kit contains the following:
19 x cable clamp for fixing of the external coax, signal and power cables
38 x screw M4 x 18 mm for cable clamps
1 x screw M4 x 20 mm for fixing the PRN 9000 to the console
1 x nut 4 mm for fixing PRN 9000 to the console
1 x SCANBRIDGE identification label
2 x 8 A fuse
2 x 2A fuse

INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
Please adopt the following step-by-step procedure to install the SCANBRIDGE and make it
operational:
1. Installation of SCANBRIDGE on a desk
2. External cabling
Connection of all external power, antenna and signal cables to the terminal strip and equipment
inside the SCANBRIDGE.
3. PC and printer installation

Mounting of top plate and connection of PC’s, printers and keyboards.
4. Installation of MF/HF ATU and INM-C Antenna

antenna tuning unit and Inmarsat-C antenna unit
5. Test and commissioning.
In the following sections each of the steps are described thoroughly.
3-5
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION OF THE SCANBRIDGE CONSOLE ON A DESK
INSTALLATION OF THE SCANBRIDGE CONSOLE ON A DESK
Before installation of the SCANBRIDGE Console on a desk, holes for fixing the SCANBRIDGE Console to the table top shall be drilled.
After preparation of the table top according to the drilling and cutting plan (see below) the SCANBRIDGE Console can be mounted on the table top.
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Dimensions are in mm
Tolerances: +/- 1 mm

INSTALLATION OF THE SCANBRIDGE CONSOLE ON A DESK INSTALLATION
To get access to the holes for the four mounting bolts fixing the SCANBRIDGE to the table, the top
cover shall be removed and the front opened (please refer to the drawing below). The top plate is
easily removed after unscrewing the 10 screws fixing the top plate. The front is opened by twisting
the five quick locks on the front plate 90 degrees.
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The four mounting bolts are not included. Recommended type: Hexagon head wood screws M6 x
45 mm.
To make the SCANBRIDGE operational it is necessary to connect externally installed equipment

like power supply, antenna units, antennas etc.
The necessary cables shall be drawn through the cable inlets located on the back plate and bottom
plate of the console.

INSTALLATION INSTALLATION WIRING
INSTALLATION WIRING
The external cable connections to the SCANBRIDGE in the basic configuration comprises antenna
cables, power cables and signal cables to the externally installed transceiver unit. When the optional
Battery Charger or the Conning Position Module is installed additional signal cables and power
cables shall be installed.
On the following pages the system wiring diagrams shows the complete SCANBRIDGE installa-
tion including the Battery Charger and the Conning Position Module, along with a cable specification
table for each of the below listed systems.
1. SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 description at page 3-9 to 3-12 is applicable with:
2. SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 with Dual CT description at page 3-13 to 3-16
3. SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 description at page 3-17 to 3-21 is applicable with:
4. SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 with Dual CT description at page 3-23 to 3-27

SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM INSTALLATION
SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM

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INSTALLATION SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM

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SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 CABLE SPECIFICATIONS INSTALLATION
SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 CABLE SPECIFICATIONS
Ref. Cable connection Part no. Specification Comment

no.
1 TU 1250 - 2 x 2.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 30m
Conning Position
Module
2 x 4 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 50m
2 TU 1250 - 5 x 2 x 0.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 100m
SCANBRIDGE
3 TU 1250 70200020 2 x 0.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 100m
SCANBRIDGE
4 SCANBRIDGE - 2 x 2 x 0.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 100m
Conning Position
Module
5 SCANBRIDGE - 70200020 2 x 0.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 100m
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
7 SCANBRIDGE - 8 x 0.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 100m
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
11 TU 1250 - PCH 2424 2 x 0.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 30m
13 PCH 2424 - 8 x 0.25 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 25m
SCANBRIDGE
8 x 0.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 50m
14 PCH 2424 - 2 x 10 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 7m
TU 1250
Specifications
applies for the total 2 x 16 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 11m
length of cables 14
and 23 2 x 25 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 17m
15 PCH 2424 - 2 x 2.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 60 m
SCANBRIDGE

INSTALLATION SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.
16 PCH 2424 - 8 x 0.25 mm2 Max. cable length: 25 m
SCANBRIDGE w.screen
8 x 0.5 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 50 m
17 PCH 2424 - 2 x 4 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 25 m
SCANBRIDGE
2 x 10 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 60 m
18 TU 1250 -SCANBRIDGE 2 x 2.5 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 30 m
20 TU 1250 - AC mains 70100024 3 x 1.5 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 50 m
21 PCH 2424 - AC mains 70100024 3 x 1.5 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 50 m
23 PCH 2424 - Battery 2 x 10 mm2 Max. cable length:7 m
Specifications applies for
the total length of cables 2 x 16 mm2 Max. cable length:11 m
14 and 23
2 x 25 mm2 Max. cable length:17 m
Items below refer to diagram 1 of 2 only
24 TU 1250 - ATU 1250 4 x 0.5 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length:100 m
25 TU 1250 - ATU 1250 77.508 RG213 Coaxial cable Max. cable length:100 m
26 ATU 1250 - MF/HF Copper wire Refer to TRP 1250
RX/TX Antenna installation chapter
27 TU 1250 - MF/HF DSC 77.508 RG213 Coaxial cable
Antenna
28 Conning Position Module 77.508 RG213 Coaxial cable
- VHF RX/TX Antenna
- VHF DSC Antenna
30 SCANBRIDGE - RG214 Coaxial cable Max. cable length:40 m
Scansat-CT Antenna
31 SCANBRIDGE - VHF 77.508 RG213 Coaxial cable
RX/TX Antenna
DSC Antenna
33 ATU 1250 - ground 100 x 0.5 mm As short as possible
copper strap
34 SCANBRIDGE ground 1 x multicore ground As short as possible
terminal - ground wire

SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 DUAL CT INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM INSTALLATION
SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 DUAL CT INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM

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INSTALLATION SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 DUAL CT INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM
SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 DUAL CT INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM

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SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 DUAL CT CABLE SPECIFICATIONS INSTALLATION
SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 DUAL CT CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.
1 TU 1250 - 2 x 2.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 30m
Conning Position
Module
2 x 4 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 50m
2 TU 1250 - 5 x 2 x 0.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 100m
SCANBRIDGE
3 TU 1250 70200020 2 x 0.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 100m
SCANBRIDGE
Conning Position
Module
5 SCANBRIDGE - 70200020 2 x 0.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 100m
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
13 PCH 2424 - 8 x 0.25 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 25m
SCANBRIDGE
8 x 0.5 mm2 w. screen Max. cable length: 50m
14 PCH 2424 - 2 x 10 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 7m
TU 1250
Specifications
applies for the total 2 x 16 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 11m
length of cables 14
and 23 2 x 25 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 17m
SCANBRIDGE
16 PCH 2424 - 8 x 0.25 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 25 m
SCANBRIDGE
8 x 0.5 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 50 m

INSTALLATION SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 DUAL CT CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.
SCANBRIDGE
20 TU 1250 - AC mains 70100024 3 x 1.5 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 50 m
21 PCH 2424 - AC mains 70100024 3 x 1.5 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 50 m
22 SCANBRIDGE - AC 70100024 3 x 1.5 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length: 50 m
mains Dual Scansat-CT only
23 PCH 2424 - Battery 2 x 10 mm2 Max. cable length:7 m
Specifications applies for
the total length of cables 2 x 16 mm2 Max. cable length:11 m
14 and 23
2 x 25 mm2 Max. cable length:17 m

24 TU 1250 - ATU 1250 4 x 0.5 mm2 w.screen Max. cable length:100 m
25 TU 1250 - ATU 1250 77.508 RG213 Coaxial cable Max. cable length:100 m
RX/TX Antenna installation chapter
27 TU 1250 - MF/HF DSC 77.508 RG213 Coaxial cable
Antenna
- VHF RX/TX Antenna
- VHF DSC Antenna
Scansat-CT Antenna
RX/TX Antenna
DSC Antenna
copper strap
34 SCANBRIDGE ground 1 x multicore ground As short as possible
terminal - ground wire
Scansat-CT Antenna

SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM INSTALLATION

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SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.
1 TU 1500 - 2 x 0.5 mm w.screen Max cable length: 100m
SCANBRIGDE
2 P 8750 - AC MAINS 3 x 2 mm w.screen Max cable length: 25m
3 TU 1500 - P 8750 2 x 10 mm Max cable length: 5m
Specification applies
for the total lenght of 2 x 16 mm Max cable length: 9m
cables 3 and 18
2 x 25 mm Max cable length: 15m
4 Conning Position 2 x 2.5 mm w.screen Max cable length: 30m
Module - P 2406
for the total lenght of 2 x 4 mm w.screen Max cable length: 50m
cables 4 and 15
5 P 2406 - AC MAINS 3 x 1.5 mm w.screen Max cable length: 50m
6 SCANBRIGDE - 2 x 2 x 0.5 mm w.screen Max cable length: 100m
Conning Position
Module
7 SCANBRIGDE - 2 x 0.5 mm w.screen Max cable length: 100m
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
TU 1500
TU 1500
15 P 2406 - CH 2430 2 x 2.5 mm w.screen Max cable length: 30m
forthe total lenght of 2 x 4 mm w.screen Max cable length: 50m
cables 4 and 15
16 CH 2430 - P 2408 2 x 4 mm w.screen Max cable length: 25m
cables 16 and 26

INSTALLATION SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.
cables 17 and 24
18 P 8750 - CH 2430 2 x 10 mm Max cable length: 5m
cables 3 and 18
19 CH 2430 - AC MAINS 3 x 2 mm w.screen Max cable length: 25m
20 CH 2430 - BATTERY 2 x 25 mm Max cable length: 5m
CH 2430
2 x 0.5 mm w.screen Max cable length: 50m
P 2408

CH 2430

P 2406
cables 17 and 24
26 SCANBRIGDE - 2 x 4 mm w.screen Max cable length: 25m

P 2408
cables 16 and 26
CH 2430

P 2408
cables 16 and 28


no.
RX/TX ANTENNA installation chapter
32 TU 1500 - RG 213
MF/HF DSC Antenna
33 TU 1500 - ATU 1500 RG 213/U Max cable length: 100m
copper strap
35 Conning Position RG 213
Module -
VHF RX/TX ANT.
Module -
VHF DSC ANT.
37 SCANBRIGDE - RG 214 Max cable length: 40m
SCANSAT-CT ANT.
38 SCANBRIGDE - RG 213
VHF RX/TX ANT.
VHF DSC ANT.
40 SCANBRIDGE 1 x multicore ground As short as possible
ground terminal - wire
ground

INSTALLATION

SCANBRIDGE 1500 DUAL CT INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM INSTALLATION
SCANBRIDGE 1500 DUAL CT INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM

1 of 2
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INSTALLATION SCANBRIDGE 1500 DUAL CT INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM
SCANBRIDGE 1500 DUAL CT INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM

2 of 2
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SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 DUAL CT CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.
1 TU 1500 - 2 x 0.5 mm w.screen Max cable length: 100m
SCANBRIGDE
2 P 8750 - AC MAINS 3 x 2 mm w.screen Max cable length: 25m
3 TU 1500 - P 8750 2 x 10 mm Max cable length: 5m
cables 3 and 18
4 Conning Position 2 x 2.5 mm w.screen Max cable length: 30m
Module - P 2406
cables 4 and 15
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
Conning Position
Module
TU 1500
TU 1500
cables 4 and 15
16 CH 2430 - P 2408 2 x 4 mm w.screen Max cable length: 25m
cables 16 and 26

INSTALLATION SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 DUAL CT CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.
cables 17 and 24
18 P 8750 - CH 2430 2 x 10 mm Max cable length: 5m
cables 3 and 18
19 CH 2430 - AC MAINS 3 x 2 mm w.screen Max cable length: 25m
20 CH 2430 - BATTERY 2 x 25 mm Max cable length: 5m
CH 2430
P 2408

CH 2430

P 2406
cables 17 and 24

P 2408
cables 16 and 26
CH 2430
2 x 10 mm w.screen Max cable length: 60m

P 2408
cables 16 and 28

AC MAINS


no.
RX/TX ANTENNA installation chapter
32 TU 1500 - RG 213
MF/HF DSC Antenna
33 TU 1500 - ATU 1500 RG 213/U Max cable length: 100m
copper strap
Module -
VHF RX/TX ANT.
Module -
VHF DSC ANT.
SCANSAT-CT ANT.
VHF RX/TX ANT.
VHF DSC ANT.
40 SCANBRIDGE 1 x multicore ground As short as possible
ground terminal - wire
ground
SCANSAT-CT ANT.

INSTALLATION

POWER AND SIGNAL CABLES INSTALLATION
POWER AND SIGNAL CABLES
To ensure the easiest installation of the cables all power and signal cables shall be connected
before the coaxial cables.
The internal terminal strip is used for connection of the external signal and power cables. The
easiest access to the terminal strip is obtained with the top cover removed and with the front open.
All cable screens shall be connected with direct contact to the cable clamps as indicated on the
drawing below.
Connection of the cables to the terminal strip shall carefully follow the label located at the terminal
strip.
The connection to the Conning Position Module may be in one cable or, if required, individual
cables may be drawn to each unit.
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INSTALLATION POWER AND SIGNAL CABLES
EARTH CABLE
An earth cable shall be connected to the earth bolt located by the cable inlet (please refer to the
drawing below). The cable shall be the braided ground wire type (multi core) and the length shall
be as short as possible.
Coaxial Cables
All coaxial cables comming from antennas and antenna units shall be fixed by the cable panel
located above the cable inlet inside the console. Independent of whether the bottom or rear cable
inlet is used, the cables shall be fixed as described on the following page. To obtain the most
convenient drawing of the coaxial cables inside the console, please follow the cable sequence
indicated on the following page.
When the antenna connectors have been mounted, the cables shall be connected directly to the
units. Please refer to the drawings of chapter 2 to locate the position of the units.
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POWER AND SIGNAL CABLES INSTALLATION
SCANBRIDGE A3 CT / CG
SCANSAT VHF 100 DSC VHF 1000 DSC

Transceiver RX/TX (DSC)
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SCANBRIDGE A3 DUAL CT
SCANSAT VHF 100 DSC VHF 1000 DSC

Transceiver RX/TX (DSC)
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The antenna coaxial cables shall be fixed by the cable clamps on the rear bracket located at the
back plate inside the console.

INSTALLATION PC AND PRINTER INSTALLATION
PC AND PRINTER INSTALLATION
When all power, signal and coaxial cables are connected and the connections have been carefully
checked, the final assembly and installation of the PC and printers may take place.
The type of printers to be installed and where to connect them are described in this table for each
version af SCANBRIDGE.
MF/HF Radio Inmarsat-C Inmarsat-C
SCANBRIDGE Type
telex printer telex printer EGC printer
PRN 9000 (parallel) PRN 9000 (parallel)
SCANBRIDGE A3
with CT connected to connected to Not installed
TCU 1000 Scansat-CT TU
PRN 9000 (parallel) PRN 9000 (parallel) PRN 9020 (serial)
SCANBRIDGE A3
with CT, EGC connected to connected to connected to
TCU 1000 Scansat-CT TU Scansat-CT TU
PRN 9000 (parallel) PRN 9000S (serial)
SCANBRIDGE A3 connected to connected to Not installed
with CG
TCU 1000 Scansat-CG TU
PRN 9000 (parallel) PRN 9000 (parallel) PRN 9010 (serial)
SCANBRIDGE A3 connected to connected to connected to
with CG, EGC
TCU 1000 Inmarsat-C PC 9000 Scansat-CG TU
2 x PRN 9000
SCANBRIDGE A3 (parallel) each
Not installed Not installed
with Dual CT connected to a
Scansat-CT TU
2 x PRN 9000
PRN 9020 (serial)
SCANBRIDGE A3 Not installed (parallel) each connected to
with Dual CT, EGC connected to a
Scansat-CT TU Scansat-CT TU
Referring to the drawings on the following pages, carry out the final assembly according to the
following procedure:

PC AND PRINTER INSTALLATION INSTALLATION
SCANBRIDGE A3 (Single Inmarsat-C versions)
1. Dismantel the bracket from the PC 9000 and mount the bracket on the table top next to the 8. Position the top cover on the console and tighten the screws to fix the top cover.
console right side.
9. Connect the cables to the printers. The wire with the paper out connector comes from the
2. Install the PC in the bracket. paper holder, see drawing.
3. Remove the access cover from the two PRN 9000. 10. Connect the cable from the printer on the console to the Inmarsat-C transceiver of the
console, see drawing.
4. Position the printers by the console for installation.
One printer may be installed on left side of the SCANBRIDGE top cover, the second on the 11. Connect the cable from the printer on the table top to the TCU 1000 MF/HF Control Unit of
table top along with the keyboard next to the left side of the console. the console.
Refer to the PC 9000 Technical Manual for PRN 9000 installation details on marking, drilling
and use of the Velcro-tape. 12. The power cables are connected to the SCANBRIDGE terminal strip.
6. Use the M4 x 20 mm screw and nut from the Accessory Kit to fix one printer to the console 13. Fit the top cover on the cable outlet of the console.
through the hole in the center of the bottom plate of the printer. The second printer is fixed to
the table top. 14. Fill in the identification label with a standard typewriter or with a permanent ink speedmarker.
The label is included in the Accessory Kit. Affix the filled in label on the front of the console
7. Remove the Carriage Shipping Restreint inside the printer and refit the printer access cover. as shown on the following page.
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SCANBRIDGE A3 Dual CT
1. Dismantel the brackets from the two PC 9000 and mount the brackets on the table top on 8. Connect the cables to the printers. The wire with the paper out connector comes from the
each side of the console. paper holder, see drawing.
2. Install the two PC 9000 in their brackets. 9. Connect the signal cable from each printer to the associated Inmarsat-C transceiver of the
console, see drawing.
3. Remove the access cover from the two PRN 9000 printers.
10. The power cables are connected to the SCANBRIDGE terminal strip.
4. Position a printer next to each PC 9000 for installation.
Refer to the PC 9000 Technical Manual for PRN 9000 installation details on marking, drilling 11. Fit the top cover on the cable outlet of the console.
and use of the Velcro-tape.
12. Fill in the identification label with a standard typewriter or with a permanent ink speedmarker.
6. Fix the two printers to the table top. The label is included in the Accessory Kit. Affix the filled in label on the front of the console
as shown on the following page.
7. Remove the Carriage Shipping Restreint inside the printers and refit the printer access cover.
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PC AND PRINTER INSTALLATION
PC AND PRINTER INSTALLATION Fig. 1

SCANBRIDGE A3. MF/HF Radio telex & Inmarsat-C telex.
PRN 9000 Parallel input
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SCANBRIDGE A3 CG
PRN 9000 Serial input
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SCANBRIDGE A3. Inmarsat-C PC
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SCANBRIDGE A3 with CG and EGC-printer
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INSTALLATION OF MF/HF ATU AND INM-C ANTENNA INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION OF MF/HF ATU AND INM-C ANTENNA
MF/HF ATU
To obtain the best performance of the TRP 1000 series we recommend to place the Antenna
Tuning Unit outside. For marine applications we recommend an antenna length between 12 and
18 metres in total, e.g. 10 metre feeder cable (wire between the ATU and the antenna) and 8 metre
whip. See drawing below. To avoid any capacitive loading on the antenna, keep the distance between
the antenna installation and any metal parts as long as possible. On the following pages there are
some installation suggestions for the ATU 1000 series.
The shown ATU-brackets are not available from Skanti, but are a recommendation.
Please refer to the Installation chapter of the Technical Manual for TRP 1000 series for more
detailed installation diagrams.
Wire and whip antenna installation for metal vessels
MF/HF ATU Fig. 1
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INSTALLATION INSTALLATION OF MF/HF ATU AND INM-C ANTENNA
MF/HF ATU Fig. 2 MF/HF ATU Fig. 3
Antenna Turning Unit bracket Antenna Turning Unit bracket

welded to the floor welded to the railing
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MF/HF ATU Fig. 4

ATU 1250
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MF/HF ATU Fig. 5

ATU 1500
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INM-C ANTENNA
Scansat-CT
The SCANSAT-CT maritime antenna is constructed for 1” pole mounting.
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It is important to notice that the pole mount device has to be disconnected from the antenna body
when the antenna cable should be mounted. It is not possible to mount the cable without dismantling
the pole mount.
Mounting considerations.
When installing the Maritime Antenna you should find a location on the vessel that is as free from
obstructions as possible. Also you should maintain a certain distance to other antennas, especially
radar installations. Normally the best place for the antenna would be above radar scanning antennas.
The following safe distances should be maintained:
Distance to HF antennas > 5m

Distance to VHF antennas > 4m
Distance to magnetic compass > 3m

The antenna is designed to provide satellite coverage even when the vessel has pitch and roll
movements up to 15°. To maintain this coverage the antenna should be free from obstructions in
the area down to 15° below the horizon. Since this may not be possible in the fore and aft direct-
ions of the vessel, the clear area can be reduced to 5° below the horizon in the fore and aft
directions and 15° below the horizon in the port and starboard directions. Any compromise in this
recommendation will degrade performance.
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If an obstruction such as a pole or a funnel is unavoidable, the following guidelines apply: The
distance to the obstruction should be so large, that the obstruction only covers 3 degrees. This
means that the safe distance is:
Safe distance = 20 * Diameter of obstruction
Example: Obstruction is a 4” pole. Diameter = 0.1 m. Safe distance is 20*0.1 m = 2m
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Inmarsat-C Antenna mounting near pole or funnel

Scansat-CG
The Scansat-CG antenna may be mounted on a vertical pole or pipe. The pole mount adapter kit is
compatible with thick-walled pipes with outside diameters between 20 and 40 mm (3/4" - 1 1/2").
The pole mount adapter kit includes a pole mount bracket, two U-bolts and the hardware necessary
for securing the mount to the pole. The pole mount is illustrated in top figure on the next page.
To pole mount the antenna:
1. Attach the pole mount bracket to the antenna mounting ring using the 3 M6-1x20 bolts
provided in the kit. Screw these bolts into the threaded holes in the top of the mounting ring.
Use a thread locking compound to secure the bolts.
2. Secure or weld the pole to the vessel. The pole shall be vertically oriented.
3. Feed the antenna cable through the pole, to the top of the pole.
4. Cut the antenna cable to the length leaving a 25 cm (10") slack. Attach the N-type
connector to the antenna cable. Follow the instructions for installing the connectors, supplied
in the cable assembly kit.
5. Slip a U-bolt into the pole mount bracket. Use the smallest possible U-bolt.
6. Loosely attach the U-bolt to the pole mount bracket using a washer, a lock washer and a
nut.
7. Slide the pole mount assembly over the pole, trapping the pole between the pole mount
bracket and the U-bolt. The pole should extend approximately 1 cm (1/4") above the pole
mount bracket. Tighten the nuts on the U-bolt evenly, until the pole mount is secure.
8. Connect the antenna cable to the antenna. Ensure that the connection is secure.
9. Place the antenna on the mounting ring, making sure that the three threaded holes on the
edge of the ring are lined up with the holes in the side of the antenna. Rotate the mounting
ring so that the RF connector is as close to the „V“ of the pole mount bracket as possible
(illustrated in the bottom figure on the next page).

Pole Mounting
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Antenna Mounting Ring
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Antenna Installation Examples
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TEST AND COMMISSIONING INSTALLATION
TEST AND COMMISSIONING
VHF DSC
The VHF 1000 DSC is programmed from a PC which has the programming application running and
is connected to the SPARC-bus of the VHF 1000 DSC via the programming dongle.
1. Programme the MMSI number

For programming details please refer to the instructions supplied with the programming unit
and programming application. UTC time may also be set.
2. Test the system’s DSC functionality by entering the function menu and perform two test
calls: (INTERNAL and EXTERNAL).
Internal test call: (The call is looped back internally, no activation of transmitter or receiver
takes place). This test controls the DSC modem in the transceiver RX and TX internally.
1. Hook off handset.
2. Enter function menu’: Func\dsc\test.
3. Transmit the call by pushing the key INTERNAL.
4. The display will show the message: Call in progress.
5. The call is announced by the DSC modem. Read the call information.
External test call: (the call is transmitted and received using the aerials) This test also controls the
hardware of transmitter and receiver boards.
1. Hook off handset.
2. Enter function menu: Func\dsc\test.
3. Transmit the call by pushing the key EXTERNAL.
4. The display will show the message: Call in progress.
5. The call is announced by the DSC modem. Read the call information.
MF/HF DSC
1. Programme MMSI number:

Select FUNC and ‘OPTIONS’ menu item. Enter the access code ‘1234’ to open the options
menu.
Select ‘DSC’, ‘MMSI :’, ‘MMSI :’ and ‘<‘. Key in the MMSI number of the ship. Check the
number carefully and select ‘ACCEPT’.
After the MMSI number has been changed it is necessary the restart the system to effect
the change: Switch supply off and on.
Check the MMSI number by selecting FUNC, ‘DSC’, ‘MMSI’ and read the number.
Please note that once the MMSI number has been stored in the DSC modem, change
of self-identification is only possible after a factory resetting

INSTALLATION TEST AND COMMISSIONING
Both DSC and Telex will be reset therefore a subsequent programming of both
DSC and Telex must be performed.
(Please contact your local Skanti Service Agent for change of self-ID)
2. Time (UTC) may be set in the Func menu.
3. Perform a Test Call via a coast station that supports DSC operation.
MF/HF RADIO TELEX
1. Programme PCP modem:

Press F10 to turn GMDSS telex on. Modem set-up mode is automatically selected if no call
codes are valid or if the abbreviated ID is not valid. To change a valid set-up, a factory re-
setting of the modem must be performed.
The 5-digit call code, the MMSI number and the abbreviated ID allocated to the station
may then be entered in turn. To leave a setting unchanged or unprogrammed just press ‘¬
Enter’. Otherwise key in a new setting and press ‘¬ Enter’. The next item is then printed. After
the last item follows: Accept settings (Y/N) ?
Press ‘Y’ to save the settings or press ‘N’ to change settings.
Please note that once the self-ID has been entered, change of self-ID is only
possible after a factory resetting.
Both DSC and Telex will be reset therefore a subsequent programming of both
DSC and Telex must be performed.
(Please contact your local Skanti Service Agent for change of self-ID).
2. Perform a test call to a coast station.
INMARSAT-C
1. Time and date are automatically set when the GPS is updating.
2. When the Application Form is received by Inmarsat, the commissioning is performed

automatically.
3. A destination address must be entered for any destination to which the Inmarsat-C will be
transmitting messages. To test the installation, enter the address for your own MES. When
sending messages to yourself, enter the ocean region code as country code,
AORE-581 AORW-584 POR-582 IOR-583
and enter your own mobile number under destination.
4. Once the destination address has been entered, create and save a small test message to
send to yourself. The message can now be sent to yourself to verify the Inmarsat-C
operations.
The SCANBRIDGE console has now been commissioned an is ready for use. In case there have
been any problems or difficulties with the installation / commissioning process please contact
Skanti service department.

BATTERY CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION
BATTERY CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS
IMO has in Regulation 13 stated the requirements for the reserve battery and charger. For calculation
of the battery capacity please refer to the relevant paragraphs of Regulation 13 listed below:
A reserve source or sources of energy shall be provided on every ship, to supply radio installati-
ons, for the purpose of conducting distress and safety radiocommunications, in the event of failure
of the ship’s main and emergency sources of electrical power. The reserve source or sources of
energy shall be capable of simultaneously operating the VHF radio installation required by regulation
7.1.1. and, as appropriate for the sea area or sea areas for which the ship is equipped, either the
MF radio installation required by regulation 9.1.1, the MF/HF radio installation required by regulation
10.2.1 or 11.1, or the Inmarsat ship earth station required by regulation 10.1.1 and any of the
additional loads mentioned in paragraphs 4, 5, and 8 for a period of at least:
1 one hour, on ships constructed on or after 1 February 1995;
2 one hour, on ships constructed before 1 February 1995, if the emergency source of electrical
power complies fully with all relevant requirements of regulation II-1/42 or 43 including the
requirements to supply the radio installations; and
3 six hours, on ships constructed before 1 February, 1995, if the emergency source of electrical
power is not provided or does not comply fully with all relevant requirements of regulation
II-1/42 or 43 including the requirements to supply the radio installations: *)
The reserve source or sources of energy need not supply independent HF and MF radioinstallations
at the same time.
*) For guidance, the following formula is recommended for determining thelectrical load to be
supplied by the reserve source of energy for each radio installation required for distress
conditions: 1/2 of the current consumption necessar y for transmission the current
consumption necessary for reception + current consumption of any additional loads.
Note that Regulation 13 might be differently interpreted by the local authorities resulting in deviations
from the battery capacity calculations in the following.
Note that Regulation 13 might be differently interpreted by the local authorities resulting in deviations
from the battery capacity calculations in the following.
For the SCANBRIDGE solution Regulation 13 means that the following equipment shall be supplied
from the battery during emergency operation
- VHF with DSC
- MF/HF with DSC and Radio Telex
- Inmarsat C
- Emergency light
- VHF with DSC for duplication (Conning Position Module)
For vessels with emergency power generator according to regulation II-1/42 or 43 the emergency
battery shall be capable of supplying the mentioned equipment for 1 hour. For vessels without
emergency generator 6 hours operation time is required.

INSTALLATION BATTERY CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS
CALCULATION OF THE BATTERY REQUIREMENTS FOR SCANBRIDGE (250W MF/HF)
Example:
Consumption during TX: 25.7 A
Consumption under RX: 4.6 A
The consumption is calculated for TRP 1250 + 2 x VHF 1000 DSC + PC 9000 + 2 x PRN 9000 +
Scansat CT + Emergency lamp. Please see the power consumptions listed in the table at the end
of this section.
Requirement according to IMO:
Total consumption = 1/2 x TX + RX
Total consumption = 1/2 x 25.7 A + 4.6 A
= 17.5 A
Vessels without emergency generator:
6 hours battery capacity
6 x Total consumption + 20% (+ 20% according to battery

manufacturers recommandation for batteries for 10 hours
discharge)
Required minimum battery capacity: 126 Ah
Vessels with emergency generator:
1 hour battery capacity
1 x Total consumption + 100% (according to battery

manufacturers recommandation for batteries for 10 hours
discharge)
Required minimum battery capacity: 35 Ah
The SCANBRIDGE console has now been commissioned and is ready for use. In case there have
been any problems or difficulties with the installation / commissioning process please contact
Skanti service department.

POWER CONSUMPTION OF SKANTI GMDSS EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
POWER CONSUMPTION OF SKANTI GMDSS EQUIPMENT
Equipment type Supply Voltage Transmission Reception

range
Mean power Current Mean power Current
consump- consump- consumption consump-
tion during tion @ during tion @
distress 24V DC distress 24V DC
operation operation
TRP 1250 / TRP 9250 21.6 - 31.2VDC 360W 15.0A 60W 2.5A
TRP 1500 / TRP 9500 21.6 - 31.2VDC 925 W 38.5 A 75 W 3.1 A
TRP 7200-24V(250W) 21.6 - 31.2VDC 370 W 15.4 A 40 W 1.7 A
TRP8250 10.8 - 41.6VDC 420 W 18.0 A 50 W 2.0 A
TRP8400 21.6 - 41.6VDC 630 W 26.0 A 50 W 2.0 A
VHF 1000 DSC 21.6 - 31.2VDC 66 W 2.8 A 1W 0.1 A
VHF3024 21.6 - 31.2VDC 68 W 2.8 A 1W 0.1 A
DSC3000 10.8 - 31.2VDC 20 W 0.8 A 20 W 0.8 A
DSC9000 10.8 - 41.6VDC 21 W 0.9 A 21 W 0.9 A
PC9000 10.8 - 31.2VDC 18 W 0.8 A 18 W 0.8 A
PRN9000 10.8 - 31.2VDC 10 W 0.4 A 10 W 0.4 A
Scansat-CT 10.0 - 32.0VDC 80 W 3.3 A 5W 0.2A
Scansat-CG 10.8 - 31.2VDC 120 W 5A 10 W 0.4 A
Emergency light 24 V DC 5W 0.2 A 5W 0.2 A
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INSTALLATION CONNING POSITION MODULE (CPM)
CONNING POSITION MODULE (CPM)
The primary VHF/VHF DSC system is installed in SCANBRIDGE console and the duplicate VHF/
VHF DSC system is installed in the Conning Position Module.
The Conning Position Module has an Alarm Panel for remote alarm reception and transmission
AP 1003 installed together with an emergency lamp. This module is also available with printer
PRN 9010 or PRN 9020 for print-out of EGC messages. It is connected to the SCANBRIDGE
Console.
The Conning Position Module may be delivered as a prewired unit for fast and easy installation.
On the following pages the appearance and dimensions of each version is described. Refer to the
technical description for the cable connections to the terminal strip and the internal cabling of the
modules.
CPM 1000
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CONNING POSITION MODULE (CPM) INSTALLATION
CPM 1000 EGC
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CPM 1001 EGC
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INSTALLATION CPM 1000 OUTLINE AND DIMENSIONS
CPM 1000 OUTLINE AND DIMENSIONS
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CPM 1000 EGC OUTLINE AND DIMENSIONS INSTALLATION
CPM 1000 EGC OUTLINE AND DIMENSIONS
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INSTALLATION

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
4. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION Table of Contents
SCANBRIDGE A3 CT Internal Wiring ............... 4-2

SCANBRIDGE A3 CT Cable specifications ...... 4-3
SCANBRIDGE A3 CG Internal Wiring .............. 4-4

SCANBRIDGE A3 CG Cable specifications ...... 4-5
SCANBRIDGE A3 DUAL CT Internal Wiring ..... 4-6

SCANBRIDGE A3 Cable Specifications
DUAL CT ........................................................... 4-7
CPM 1000 Internal wiring .................................. 4-8
CPM 1000 Cable specifications ........................ 4-9
CPM 1000 EGC Cable specifications .............. 4-11
CPM 1001 EGC Cable specifications .............. 4-13

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION SCANBRIDGE A3 CT INTERNAL WIRING
SCANBRIDGE A3 CT INTERNAL WIRING
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SCANBRIDGE A3 CT CABLE SPECIFICTIONS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
SCANBRIDGE A3 CT CABLE SPECIFICATIONS
Ref. Cable connection Part no. Comment

no.
1 TCU 1000 - PRN 9000 56.092 Parallel printer cable
2 TCU 1000 - Keyboard 534712
3 TCU 1000 -SCANBRIDGE 534715 To AP 1003

Terminal Strip
4 TCU 1000 -SCANBRIDGE 531610
Terminal Strip
5 PRN 9000 - SCANBRIDGE 531222

Terminal Strip
6 VHF 1000 -SCANBRIDGE 534764
Terminal Strip
Terminal Strip
8 Scansat-CT - SCANBRIDGE 534873
Terminal Strip
10 SCANBRIDGE Terminal Strip - 534710
SCANBRIDGE Terminal Strip
11 VHF 1000 - PR 1206 534763
12 VHF 1000 - Handset hook 531610
13 Charger Panel CP 1003 - 534711
14 PR 1206 - 534709
16 Emergency Light - 534766
17 PRN 9000 - Scansat-CT 56.013
Terminal Strip
19 PC 9000 - Scansat-CT - Included with Scansat-CT
20 PC 9000 - 534739
21 Scansat-CT - - Included with Scansat-CT

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION SCANBRIDGE A3 CG INTERNAL WIRING
SCANBRIDGE A3 CG INTERNAL WIRING
4-0-34724A

SCANBRIDGE A3 CG CABLE SPECIFICTIONS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
SCANBRIDGE A3 CG CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.
1 TCU 1000 - PRN 9000 56.092 Parallel printer cable
2 TCU 1000 - Keyboard 534712

Terminal Strip
Terminal Strip

Terminal Strip
Terminal Strip
Terminal Strip

11 VHF 1000 - PR 1206 534763
14 PR 1206 - 534709
29 Scansat-CG - SCANBRIDGE 534731
Terminal Strip
Terminal Strip
Terminal Strip
32 Scansat-CG - SCANBRIDGE - Included with Scansat-CG
Terminal Strip
33 PC 9000 - 534739
34 Scansat-CG - PC 9000 532506
35 PRN 9000 - 531222
36 Scansat-CG - PRN 9000 56.063

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION SCANBRIDGE A3 DUAL CT INTERNAL WIRING
SCANBRIDGE A3 DUAL CT INTERNAL WIRING
4-0-34874A

SCANBRIDGE A3 DUAL CT CABLE SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
SCANBRIDGE A3 DUAL CT CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.

Terminal Strip
Terminal Strip

Terminal Strip
Terminal Strip
8 Scansat-CT1 - SCANBRIDGE 534873
Terminal Strip
9 Scansat-CT2 - SCANBRIDGE 534713
Terminal Strip
11 VHF 1000 - PR 1206 534763
14 PR 1206 - 534709
17 PRN 9000 - Scansat-CT1 56.013
Terminal Strip
19 Scansat-CT1 - PC 9000 - Included with Scansat-
CT1
20 PC 9000 - 534739
21 Scansat-CT1 - - Included with Scansat-
SCANBRIDGE Terminal Strip CT1
22 PRN 9000 - Scansat-CT2 56.092
23 Scansat-CT2 - PC 9000 - Included with Scansat-
CT2
24 Scansat-CT2 - P 2408 - Included with Scansat-
CT2
25 PC 9000 - P 2408 534739
25 PRN 9000 - P 2408 531222
27 P 2408 - 534762
28 P 2408 - 531218

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION CPM 1000 INTERNAL WIRING
CPM 1000 INTERNAL WIRING
4-0-34888A

CPM 1000 CABLE SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
CPM 1000 CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.
1 PR 1206 - CPM 1000 Terminal Strip 534762
2 VHF 1000 - PR 1206 534763
5 Alarm Panel AP 1003 - 534773

CPM 1000 Terminal Strip

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION CPM 1000 EGC INTERNAL WIRING
CPM 1000 EGC INTERNAL WIRING
4-0-34889A

CPM 1000 EGC CABLE SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
CPM 1000 EGC CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.
2 VHF 1000 - PR 1206 534763

13 Printer PRN 9020 - - Included with PRN 9020
14 Printer PRN 9020 - - Included with PRN 9020

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION CPM 1001 EGC INTERNAL WIRING
CPM 1001 EGC INTERNAL WIRING
4-0-34890A

CPM 1001 EGC CABLE SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
CPM 1001 EGC CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

no.
2 VHF 1000 - PR 1206 534763

11 Printer PRN 9020 - 534767
12 Printer PRN 9020 - 534768

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

SERVICE
5. SERVICE Table of Contents
Preventive Maintenance ................................. 5-3

Removal of SCANBRIDGE front cover ........... 5-5
SKANTI service agents .................................. 5-6

SERVICE

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICE
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
TRP 1000 series MF/HF
General
Due to the modern design of the transceiver preventive maintenance can be reduced to a mini-
mum provided the equipment is correctly installed. To ensure maximum performance and mini-
mum repair trouble we recommend you to follow the below stated headlines for preventive
maintenance.
1. The condition of the battery should be checked at frequent intervals. The battery must
always be fully charged and should be topped up frequently with distilled water (liquid
should be 5 to 10 mm above the plates).
2. Check the condition of antenna installation, ground connection and cables at regular
intervals.
3. Keep antenna feed-through insulators clean and dry.
4. Ensure that no objects are obstructing the free airflow through the cooling channels of
the Transceiver Unit and keep the units free of dust accumulation to prevent overheating.
5. For cleaning use a damp cloth. Sticky dirt may be removed using a cloth with a weak
soap solution. Wipe off with a clean cloth.
Realignment of Master Oscillator 713
The Master Oscillator frequency should be checked at least once a year. The Master Oscillator
determines the exact transmit and receive frequencies of the equipment. All oscillators age very
slowly with time, typically with the highest drift rate the first year, approaching zero drift after some
years. Adjustment should be performed by a qualified technician with the necessary test equipment
at his disposal.
1. Measuring Equipment:
1.1 Frequency Counter: Frequency range 100 MHz

Input impedance = 50 ohm
Sensitivity at least 0.2 Vrms
Accuracy better than 0.01p
2. Preparations:
2.1 Switch on the power at least 30 minutes before adjustment.
2.2 Remove the front / top cover of the Transceiver Unit.
2.3 Locate and disconnect X10 (green marking) carrying the 2. Local Oscillator signal
from the Synthesizer Board 911 to RX/EX Signal Path 715. Connect the frequency
counter to the X10 socket on the synthesizer.
2.4 The ambient temperature should be within 10 to 30 deg. Celsius. Do not adjust
the Master Oscillator shortly after long keying sequences of the transmitter.
Be sure that thermal equilibrium has taken place before adjustment.

SERVICE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
3. Realignment of Master Oscillator:
3.1 Locate the Master Oscillator adjustment hole in the metal shield of Synthesizer
Board 911. Use a small screwdriver to gently adjust the frequency.
3.2 Adjust the frequency as close as possible to 44.544 000 MHz.

Adjustment tolerance +/-1Hz.
3.3 Connect X10 and refit the front / top cover.
Cleaning the Air Filter
The transceiver uses fans to cool the circuitry inside the Transceiver Unit. To keep the cooling air
clean an Air Filter is placed behind the fan. The Air Filter should be cleaned frequently, especially
under dusty working conditions. A dusty Air Filter will block efficient cooling and the transmitter
output power is hence reduced to avoid over-heating.
For TRP 1250:

Remove the Front Cover of the Transceiver Unit. Take out the Air Filter located between the fan
and the Power Amplifier. Clean the Air Filter, refit it and re-assemble the unit.
For TRP 1500:

Remove the 4 Air Filter Covers from the sides of the Transceiver Unit by gently pushing them
toward the front of the transceiver and the pulling them out from the cabinet. Take out the Air Filters
from the cover. Clean the Air Filters refit them and re-assemble the unit.

REMOVAL OF SCANBRIDGE FRONT COVER SERVICE
REMOVAL OF SCANBRIDGE FRONT COVER
1. Disconnect all cables between the Control Units on the front cover and the Units inside the
console.
2. Remove the Scansat-C Transceiver Unit (s).
3. Release the locling rings located on the three hinges.
4. Pull the catches out of the hinges.
5. Remove the front cover.
4-0-34585A

SERVICE SKANTI SERVICE AGENTS
SKANTI SERVICE AGENTS
Please refer to the list of agents at the SKANTI homepage on this Internet address:
http://www.skanti.dk

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SKANTI SCANBRIDGE

Skandinavisk Teleindustri SKANTI A/S

Doc. no.: 60.251 Issue: A9927

VHF System ..................................................... 2-5 4. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

SCANBRIDGE A3 CG Internal Wiring ............... 4-4

SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 Dual CT

SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 Dual CT

1. INTRODUCTION Table of Contents

General description ........................................... 1-3

SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES 1-1

1-2 SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES

-VHF system for voice and DSC communication.

-MF/HF system for voice, DSC and telex* communication.

-Inmarsat-C system for telex communication.

* MF/HF telex is not included with a dual Inmarsat-C system.

SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES 1-3

SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 with Scansat-CT

SCANBRIDGE 1251 A3 with Scansat-CG

SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 with Dual Scansat-CT

SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 with Scansat-CT

SCANBRIDGE 1501 A3 with Scansat-CG

1-4 SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES

SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 with Dual Scansat-CT

SCANBRIDGE CONNING POSITION MODULES

SCANBRIDGE Conning Position Module CPM 1000

SCANBRIDGE Conning Position Module CPM 1000 EGC

SCANBRIDGE Conning Position Module CPM 1001 EGC

SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES 1-5

Console complete with equipment installed.

SCANBRIDGE A3 with Scansat CT: 22 kg

SCANBRIDGE A3 with Scansat CG: 24 kg

SCANBRIDGE A3 with Dual Scansat CT: 29 kg

Height: 265 mm (490 mm including printer PRN 9000)

1-6 SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES

2. OPERATION Table of Contents

Location of the System Units:

VHF System ...................................................... 2-5

SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES 2-1

LOCATION OF SYSTEM UNITS SCANBRIDGE A3 CT

2-2 SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES

LOCATION OF SYSTEM UNITS SCANBRIDGE A3 CG

SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES 2-3

LOCATION OF SYSTEM UNITS SCANBRIDGE A3 DUAL CT

2-4 SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES

Receiving a DSC call

Sending a DSC call

SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES 2-5

Receiving a DSC call

Sending a DSC call

2-6 SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES

SCANBRIDGE 1250 / 1500 with Scansat-CT

SCANBRIDGE 1251 / 1501 with Scansat-CG

SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES 2-7

2-8 SCANBRIDGE A3 SERIES

3. INSTALLATION Table of Contents

Getting started ................................................... 3-3

SCANBRIDGE 1250 A3 Dual CT

SCANBRIDGE 1500 A3 Dual CT

Power and Signal cables ................................. 3-29