VesselWatch Smart Radio System VesselWatch System Jack Robinson 2014
Net-Logic Marine Net-Logic Marine are a UK based electronics design and development company. The company has over 25 years experience within the Marine sector. As the only Approved Motorola Licensed Developers for Luxury yachts the company created VesselWatch, an advanced digital communication system. Application based software with the ability to integrate into your vessels existing systems and aims to enhance the guest experience, safety and operational efficiency of the vessel.
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The most respected wire free specialist in the markets we serve. We specialise in creating simple solutions to meet regulations. To provide a portfolio of innovative, wire free solutions to solve your complex control and communication problems.
Quality, Innovation, Integrity and passion for the goal.
2014
Digital Vs Analog •
The VesselWatch system utilises a 256Bit rolling code ensuring the voice and data communication is secure.
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Existing analogue based solutions can be interfered with and/ or listened to by an unwanted third party.
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For yachts entering a busy port this digital encryption is important as there is no danger of interference during manoeuvring in a congested port.
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The FCC have recognised the need to move to all digital communication on board.
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As of 1 January, 2013, the FCC began enforcing and monitoring the transition of analogue radios to narrowband frequency in US waters.
2014
Digital vs Analog •
The FCC has adopted a new set of rules requiring certain PLMR licensees and manufacturers to changeover from wideband technology to narrowband technology –
any analogue radios prior to the January 2013 deadline that in the past were using 25kHz of bandwidth must, after January 2013, limit that to just 12.5kHz or narrower bandwidth. In other words, all PLMR licensees operating in the ultra high frequency (UHF) or very high frequency (VHF) bands (150-174MHz and 421-470MHz) must migrate these systems to narrowband
technology.
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These new regulations will see licensees potentially have their licence revoked
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Plus they may be subject to financial penalties of up to 16,000 dollars for each violation, or each day of a continuing violation, and up to 112,000 dollars for an single act or failure to act.
2014
VesselWatch Product Split
VesselWatch GO!
VesselWatch LITE
VesselWatch PRO
Sub 30m
30 to 50m
50m +
• 3 to 5 Handsets [SL4000/ DP4601] • 1 Base Station [DM4601] • 1 x IPOD • VesselWatch Processor • Built in GPS Module • Built in SIM Card • Internal Aerial • No customisation • Job Tasking • Steward Call (Guest Services) • 1 Alarm via ‘Dry’ Contact Closure Input
• 6 to 8 Handsets [SL4000/ DP4601] • DM3000 Gateway • 2 x IPOD • VesselWatch Processor • Built in GPS Module • Built in SIM Card • Internal and External Aerial(s) • Customisation on Handsets • Job Tasking • Steward Call • 3 Alarm’s
• 9 to 50+ Handsets [SL4000/ DP4601] • Multiple DM3000 Gateways • Increased simultaneous Channel Communication • Multi-Site Capable Solution • Multiple App’s • Maximum customisation and configuration
2014
Applications Cargo Alert - Intended for commercial shipping the cargo alarm is a n accelerometer based sensor notifying the crew if the unit has received an impact above a set level of gravity ‘g’ Best in Class Range – VW GO! Allows external range of ½ to ¾ mile. VW lite and VW Pro (with external antenna will allow range of 2miles) Alarm Notification – The VW system is able to interface with leading General Alarm systems including Onyx Marine. Notifications are sent to the crew member and alarms can be prioritised and grouped. GPS Tracking– Using Jespersen Maps to display the Vessel and Tender live positions alerts can be set for GeoFence.
Guest Services - The VW GO! system as default uses a UNIVERSAL IPOD interface to allow the owner/ guests to call crew members from any location within the vessel. Interface is also possible through Crestron/ AMX systems. Lone Worker – Eliminates a single point of failure onboard. This centralised lone worker function can be set by the vessel master, via tasks or by the crew member or in some cases automatically through additional sensors.
Job Tasking – The software gives control to the vessel master allowing crew to be given tasks and the task outputs monitored. Panic Alarm – The handsets are programmed to allow crew members to generate a panic alarm if they get into difficulty.
Extreme Weather Alert – The crew are able to set weather alerts. The ultrasonic wind and weather system can be integrated to give accurate local detail to compliment geographical weather feed.
Network Alert – often referred to as iPing the VW system will periodically scan the vessels IT network. Alerts can be set if items go ‘Offline’ and the notification sent directly to the crew members handset.
Interactive Control – Using telemetry messages and interface modules the VW system can control aspects of the vessel from simple blind controls to multistage motion systems such as Passarella.
Remote Handset Shutdown – In the unlikely event of a handset getting lost or stolen the handset can be remotely shut down giving the vessel the peace of mind that their communication is secure.
“Bolt on’s” highlighted
Radio to Radio Messaging - The handsets are able to send text messages to mobile handsets. Giving crew additional communication options. Ultra Secure– 256Bit Encryption is present on all voice and data communications within the Motorola system. This ensures digital clarity of audio without the opportunity for security breaches. VSAT/ Telephone Interaction – The VSAT system is at the heart of a modern vessels communication and entertainment package. VW notifies the crew the instant the VSAT drops out. The VW system interfaces to the vessels PABX system. Calls can be made via the existing telephone system to the crew handsets and vice versa. Tender Tow Alarm – using additional hardware the VW system is able to alert if the Tender moves out of range. This will alert the crew instantly. Wind Alert – The vessel master can set threshold levels for the wind sensor. Alerts are generated and sent to the master to take evasive action if necessary.