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COPYRIGHT

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modifications, shall remain the property of AMEC at all times. Unauthorized copies or

reproduction of this manual, either in part or whole, in any form of print and electronic media, is

prohibited. The contents herein can only be used for the intended purpose of this manual.

DISCLAIMER

AMEC is devoted to publish and maintain this product manual. As we continue to improve our

AIS products to satisfy all customers‟ needs, information in this document is subject to change

without notice. AMEC does not make any representations or warranties (implied or otherwise)

regarding the accuracy and completeness of this document and shall in no event be liable for

any loss of profit or any commercial damage, including but not limited to special, incidental,

consequential, or other damage.

Contact us at:

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ALLTEK MARINE ELECTRONICS CO., LTD

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TEL: +886 2 2627 1599

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www.alltekmarine.com

(Your Local Dealer/Agent Warranty Stamp)

Version 1.1

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Warning

The equipment said in this manual must only be used to which it was designed. Improper

operation or installation may cause damage to the equipment or injury to personnel. AMEC will

not incur any liability of equipment damage or personal injury due to improper use or

installation of the equipment. It is strongly recommended to read this manual and the following

safety instructions before proceeding to installation or operation.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Do not open the case of the equipment. Only qualified

personnel could work on the interior of the equipment.

WARNING

TURN OFF THE POWER IMMEDIATELY IF WATER LEAKS INTO THE EQUIPMENT OR OBJECT DROPS INTO THE EQUIPMENT. Continue operating the equipment could cause electrical shock or fire. Contact your nearest distributor for service.

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR MODIFY THE EQUIPMENT. Improper disassemble or modification could cause electrical shocks, fire, or personal injury.

WARNING

DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID-FILLED CONTAINER ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT. Electrical shocks could be resulted if the device is contaminated with liquid.

TURN OFF THE POWER IMMEDIATELY IF THE EQUIPMENT IS EMMITTING SMOKE OR FIRE. Continue operating the equipment could cause electrical shock or fire. Contact your nearest distributor for service.

EVEN THOUGH THE EQUIPMENT IS WATERPROOF, PLEASE AVOID DIRECT CONTACT WITH RAIN OR SPLASHING WATER. Electrical shock or fire could be resulted if water leaks into the equipment.

AVOID OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT WITH WET HANDS. Electrical shocks could be resulted if operating with wet hands.

DO NOT CUT, SHORTEN OR LENGTHEN THE SUPPLIED CABLES BY AN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIER. Improper change of cable length and connector could cause failure of transmitting signal.

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Congratulations on the purchase of your new CUBO-160 VHF-AIS Transponder Antenna

Splitter. CUBO-160 is strictly tested to meet the rigorous demands of the marine environment.

Unless improper use, installation, or maintenance, the equipment should function properly at its

optimum.

The installation instructions contained in this manual is applied only to CUBO-160. While the

owner or the crew can perform most of the installation, your local agent/dealer can do a final

commissioning if desired or required. AMEC and the authorized local agent/dealer will not bear

any responsibilities of damages resulted from improper installation by any unauthorized

agent/dealer.

We thank you for choosing our product and we wish you a bon voyage.

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Table of Contents

I. COPY RIGHT & DISCLAIMER

II. WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTION

III. ABOUT THIS MAUNAL

1. CUBO-160 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................ 1

2. INSTALLATION ................................................................................................ 1

2.1 Items in the Package ................................................................................................................. 2

2.2 Installation Procedure ............................................................................................................... 3

2.2.1 Mounting ........................................................................................................................... 3

2.2.2 Connection Port Definition ........................................................................................... 3

2.2.3 Connecting ....................................................................................................................... 4

3. OPERATION ..................................................................................................... 5

3.1 LED Indicators ............................................................................................................................ 5

3.2 Notice of operation .................................................................................................................... 5

4. TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................... 6

5. APPENDIX ........................................................................................................ 7

5.1 Product Specifications ............................................................................................................. 7

5.2 Dimensions .................................................................................................................................. 8

7. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................................................ 12

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1. CUBO-160 INTRODUCTION

Normally, mariners only can install one VHF antenna at the top of a mast on a sailing boat. The

CUBO-160 is VHF-AIS Transponder Antenna Splitter which allows mariners to connect VHF

radio, AIS Transponder/Receiver and AM/FM receiver by using one VHF antenna only. AMEC

CUBO-160 will save space, cost and time on additional installation of VHF antenna and cable.

The CUBO-160 AIS Antenna Splitter is intelligent to arrange two active units

transmitting/receiving signal with highest performance.

The CUBO-160 is designed for the most power input, range from 12~24VDC. On the top panel,

CUBO-160 equips with 3 LED indicators which indicate the transmitting status between VHF

radio and AIS Transponder.

AMEC CUBO-160

VHF Antenna

AM/FM Receiver

VHF Radio

AIS TX/RX ECS

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2. INSTALLATION

2.1 Items in the Package

The CUBO-160 is typically delivered with standard package as shown in Table 2-1. It is also

illustrated in Figure 2-1.

Table 2-1 Standard equipment list

No. Description Qty

1 CUBO-160 VHF Antenna Splitter main unit 1

2 Manual (CD-ROM) 1

3 Installation

Kit

Power Cable, 1.5m, AWG 18 1

VHF Radio Connector Cable 1

AIS Transponder Connector Cable 1

UHF Plug – BNC Jack Adaptor 1

M4×20 Screw 4

Figure 2-1 Standard Package

1. CUBO-160 x1

2. Power Cable x1

3. VHF Radio Connector Cable x1

4. AIS Transponder Connector Cable x1

5. UHF Plug – BNC Jack Adaptor x1

6. M4x20 Screw x4

1. 3.

2.

5.

4.

6.

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2.2 Installation Procedure

2.2.1 Mounting

The CUBO-160 is recommended to be mounted in a dry and flat location. The location should

follow the below instruction.

A. Enough space for cable connection

B. Keeping safe distance of 0.5m from the compass

C. Making the indicator visible

2.2.2 Connection Port Definition

The name of Connection Port is showed on the front surface. It is highly recommended that the

front panel should be always visible for users in order to install/connect related equipment

easily. The details of connection port definition are described below:

Step 1:

Place CUBO-160 on the

proper flat & dry surface

for installing.

Step 2:

Use the 4 M4×20 screws in the accessories box to

screw into the hole.

VHF ANT. = Connect VHF Antenna

VHF RADIO = Connect VHF Radio

AIS TX/RX = Connect AIS Transponder or Receiver

DC Power = Connect 12~24VDC

AM/FM = Connection for AM /FM Receiver

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2.2.3 Connecting

After clarifying all definition of port on front panel, users can start install the equipments. The

step of connection shows as follows.

Step 1: Connect the VHF antenna to the label “VHF ANT” Connector

Step 2: Connect the VHF antenna output of VHF Radio to the label “VHF Radio” Connector

Step 3: Connect the VHF antenna output of AIS Transponder/Receiver to the label “AIS TX/RX”

Connector (Notice: Please use UHF Plug – BNC Jack Adaptor to AIS

transponder/receiver if it is necessary)

Step 4: Connect the Antenna Input of AM/FM Receiver to the label “AM/FM” Connector

(Optional)

Step 5: Connect power cable to the label “DC Power”

Step 6: 12~24 VDC power supply to power cable.

The red wire should be connected to the positive power supply connection via 1A rated

fuse or circuit breaker.

The black wire should be connected to the negative supply connection.

Step 1:

Connect VHF Antenna

Step 2:

Connect VHF Radio

Step 3:

Connect AIS Transponder/Receiver

Step 4 (Optional):

Connect AM/FM Radio

Step 5:

Connect Power Cable

VHF ANT.

VHF Radio

AIS TX/RX

AM/FM Radio

Step 6:

Connect 12V ~ 24V

power Supply

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3. OPERATION

3.1 LED Indicators

There are three LED Indicators on the front panel. The LED Indicators allows users to identify

the status of operation after setting up all equipments.

3.2 Notice of operation

Antenna splitter is automatic operation once connect equipments properly. Please be aware of

the below notice.

Antenna splitter will receive signals for both VHF Radio and AIS transponder through sharing

VHF antenna. However, it will lose signals slightly comparing with using individual VHF

antenna.

The antenna splitter will automatically route the transmission in either connected device.

VHF Radio transmission (including DSC transmissions) is given higher priority than AIS

transmission.

CAUTION: It is not possible to transmit VHF Radio and AIS transmitting signals at same

time. If you are using VHF Radio, your AIS transmission will not be sent during that

period.

Solid green light while

connecting power supply

Flashing green light during AIS

transmissions

Solid green light during VHF

radiotelephone transmissions

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4. TROUBLESHOOTING

*Note1: You may hear clicks or other noise slightly from AM/FM Receiver during VHF or AIS

Transmission.

*Note2: The receiving signal will reduce slightly due to the insertion loss of the antenna splitter.

“DC Power”

Green LED not lighting Step3: Check power supply voltage and current

Step4: Check polarity of power supply connection

Step1: Check power supply switch and circuit breaker

Step2: Check power supply connection and fuse

“TX VHF”

Green LED not lighting when

VHF Radio is transmitting

Step1: Check whether it is right connector port

Step2: Check any joint of extension cable or connector

Step3: Check extension cable type

“TX AIS”

Green LED not flashing when

AIS transponder is transmitting Step3: Check whether it is right connector port

Step4: Check any joint of extension cable or connector

Step5: Check extension cable type

Step1: Please wait and watch. It might take 30secs

to several minutes in the beginning.

Step2: Check whether VHF Radio is transmitting.

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1. One Power Indicator

2. One VHF Radio Transmission Indicator

3. One AIS Transponder Transmission Indicator

POWER SUPPLY

Supply Voltage

Operating current (receive)

Operating current (VHF Transmit)

Operating current (AIS Transmit)

12V ~ 24V DC

160mA typical at 12VDC

150mA typical at 12VDC

170mA typical at 12VDC

LED INDICATIONS

ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL

Size in mm (W)

Size in mm (H)

Size in mm (D)

Weight

103 mm (140mm with mounting)

50 mm

150 mm w/o connectors

＜1kg

5. APPENDIX

5.1 Product Specifications

Operating Temperature -15°C~55°C

Storage Temperature -25°C~70°C

Operating Humidity 95% RH at 40°C

Waterproof IPX5

Standard Magnetic Compass Safe Distance 0.5 m

RF PERFORMANCE

AIS & VHF Radio Frequency Range

Insertion loss, AIS Receive path

Insertion loss, VHF Radio Receive path

Insertion loss, AIS Transmit path

Insertion loss, VHF Radio Transmit path

AIS port

VHF Radio port

FM port

156.025 MHz~162.025 MHz

Typical 4dB

Typical 4dB

Typical 0.8dB

Typical 0.8dB

BNC connector: Max. 12.5W, 50Ω

UHF connector: Max. 25W, 50Ω

75Ω

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5.2 Dimensions

Front View

Figure 5-2-1 CUBO-160 Front View

Top View

Figure 5-2-2 CUBO-160 Top View

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Side View

Figure 5-2-2 CUBO-160 Side View

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6. AMEC WORLDWIDE WARRANTY

Limited warranty

Subject to the terms, conditions and limitations set forth in this Worldwide Limited Warranty

(hereinafter the “Warranty”), AMEC warrants that its products, when properly installed and used,

will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months, from

the date of first purchase (the „Warranty Period‟)

For the purposes of this warranty, „date of first purchase‟ means the date that the product was

purchased by the first retail customer, or by the institutional customer, or in the case of a

product installed on a new vessel or any other marine related platform by a certified AMEC

original equipment manufacturer (a „AMEC OEM‟), the date that such vessel was purchased by

the first retail customer.

AMEC will, at its sole option, repair or replace any defective products or components returned

during the Warranty Period in accordance with the terms, conditions and limitations set forth

below. Such repairs or replacement will be the sole remedy of the customer under this

Warranty.

Standard Warranty Service

To qualify for standard warranty service the product must be returned to a AMEC-certified

service agent (i) within the Warranty Period, and (ii) within thirty (30) days of the alleged product

failure. Any products returned must be securely packaged and sent pre-paid and insured to

AMEC or to a AMEC-certified service agent. All products returned must be accompanied by a

copy of the original sales receipt to be eligible for standard warranty service.

Obtaining Warranty Service

A list of AMEC-certified service agents is available from AMEC Technical Support at

www.alltekmarine.com

Other conditions

This Warranty is fully transferable provided that you furnish the original proof of purchase to the

AMEC -certified service agent. This Warranty is void if the label bearing the serial number has

been removed or defaced.

Limitation and Exclusions

In addition to any other limitations and exclusions set forth herein, AMEC is not responsible for,

and this Warranty does not cover:

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Failure due to abuse, misuse, accident, unauthorized alteration, modification or repair,

improper installation or operation (whether or not by a AMEC-certified service agent) or

improper storage, shipping damage or corrosion;

Costs associated with routine system checkouts, alignment/calibration, sea trials or

commissioning;

Defects or damage that result from the use of non-AMEC branded or certified products,

accessories or other peripheral equipment, including without limitation housings, parts, or

software;

Aftermarket software (i.e. all software other than the original operating software sold with the

products);

Products that have been refurbished, reconditioned, or remanufactured (The foregoing does

not apply to products repaired or replaced pursuant to the terms of this Warranty).

Products that have been dismantled resulting in the broken label on the Products;

costs associated with overtime or premium labor costs;

differences in material, coloring or size that may exist between actual products and the

pictures or descriptions of such products in our advertising, advertising literature or on the

Internet;

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS

AMEC’S SOLE WARRANTY AND IS APPLICABLE ONLY TO NEW PRODUCTS

PURCHASED WORLDWIDE. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS WARRANTY ARE IN LIEU OF ANY

OTHER WRITTEN WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL,

INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

PURPOSE.

THE LIABILITY OF AMEC TO A CUSTOMER UNDER THIS WARRANTY, WHETHER FOR

BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT, BREACH OF STATUTORY DUTY OR OTHERWISE SHALL

IN NO EVENT EXCEED AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE TOTAL PURCHAE PRICE OF THE

PRODUCT GIVING RISE TO SUCH LIABILITY AND IN NO EVENT SHALL AMEC BE LIABLE

FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR LOST OF

GOODWILL, REPUTATION, LOSS OF OPPORTUNITY OR INFORMATION, DATA,

SOFTWARE OR APPLICATIONS.

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT

APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFICLEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY

ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION.

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This Warranty supersedes and replaces all previous Warranties.

In the event that any term or provision contained in this Warranty is found to be invalid, illegal or

unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, then such provision shall be deemed

modified to the extent necessary to make such provision enforceable by such court, taking into

account the intent of the parties.

No oral or written representations made by AMEC or any seller, reseller or distributor of the

products, including employees and agents thereof, shall create any additional warranty

obligations, increase the scope, or otherwise modify in any manner the terms of this Warranty.

All AMEC products sold or provided hereunder are merely aids to navigation. It is the

responsibility of the user to exercise discretion and proper navigational skill independent of any

AMEC product.

7. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, Alltek Marine Electronics Corp. (AMEC) declares that this CUBO-160 is in compliance

with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.