[CA] [CA11] Using proAIS2 with AIS500 transceiver

[Chuck - Raymarine - Moderator]

Welcome to the Raymarine Forum David,

Unlike the AIS650 and AIS700 which each feature a USB port, the AIS500 features a serial (DB-9) communications socket to support MMSI and static data entry, resetting these items, and for updating software. Should the PC not feature a serial communications port. then it would be necessary to purchase a USB to RS-232 DB9 Serial Interface Adapter. We strongly recommend Sealevel's Model 2105R for applications such as this as well as for use with computers which will be interfacing with Raymarine's E85001 PC/SeaTalk/NMEA 0183 Interface Module.

NOTE: The AIS500 should be disconnected from any other equipment (except the 12VDC circuit which will be supplying power to the AIS500) when interfacing it to a computer.

Communications between AIS500 and serial devices will occur at 38,400 BAUD.