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• Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) VR-7000 / Simplified Voyage Data Recorder (S-VDR) VR-7000S

▶ Complies with the IMO performance standards for VDR and S-VDR

• Data storing for 48 hours both in fixed and float-free recording medium
• Data storing for 30 days/720 hours in SSD in the Data Collecting Unit
• No.1, 2 Radar and main ECDIS display images can be stored

* Up to 5 display images from FURUNO Radar FAR-3000/FCR-2xx9 series or FURUNO ECDIS FMD-3200/3300 can be stored simultaneously through Ethernet without optional SSD. * Radar and ECDIS images can be recorded at 15-second intervals.

▶ Easy to integrate with IBS Network

* Radar and ECDIS that utilizes LAN interface based on IEC 61162-450 can be connected through Ethernet.

▶ Video LAN converter can convert the Radar signal (DVI or RGB) into Ethernet

* Necessary when FURUNO Radar FAR-15x8/FAR- 2xx7, ECDIS FEA-2107/2807 or the products of third-party manufacturers are connected to VR-7000/7000S.

▶ Optional sensor adapter gathers all the serial/analog/digital sensor data and collectively feeds it to DCU

Multiple sensor adapters can be interfaced depending upon the number of sensors to be interfaced.

▶ “Live Player V5” allows monitoring and playback of collected data on a PC. In adition, remote replay and remote extraction via satellite connection available.

▶ extracted data can be saved onto a usb flash memory, ▶ global customer support and services with furuno worldwide service network, simplified voyage data recorder vr-7000s, ▶ complies with the imo performance standards for s-vdr, msc 163(78), ▶ applied to s-vdr carriage requirement for existing cargo ships over 3,000gt, ▶ selectable dru: fixed dru or float-free dru, ▶ save function.

If marine incidents occur, record the data, which are recorded to the capsule, to the safe storage area for a long term recording by this function.

Configuration

Easy to input the sensor data and review stored data.

The onboard sensors can be integrated and interfaced to the VR-7000/7000S thanks to Video LAN converter and sensor adapters. Also, the collected data can be replayed with the PC software or extracted onto a USB flash memories for later analysis.

PC Software

This software extracts and displays the data recorded in the Data Recording Unit, in real time, on the networked PC screen. In addition, The data can be extracted and displayed remotely on the PC screen anywhere via satellite connection. Also, the data can be replayed for a more thorough data analysis at a later date.

Remote Alarm Panel

At-a-glance recognition of VDR status with minimal operation.

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Voyage Recorder YDVR-04

Use Voyage Recorder to keep GPS tracks, wind, depth, temperature, AIS and all other data which flow through the network backbone collected during all your voyages in the season. Never forget exciting moments of your voyages, have proof of strong winds and great storms, accumulate data for future voyages, analyze your races, generate logbooks and diagnose problems.

The Recorder is intended for storing data from the onboard network of the vessel on a MicroSD memory card. The onboard network of a typical cruise yacht has data about the position, course, speed, depth, water temperature, log, wind speed and direction, and AIS data of nearby vessels. Digital data from the motor, water and fuel tanks, battery level, etc. may also be available.

The Recorder writes all network data into the memory card. It does not analyze the data, leaving that work for the software application that runs on personal computer. Because of that, the Recorder supports all message types broadcasted through the network by any other equipment present on the vessel's network. See the list of data types already supported!

YDVR Converter software that comes with the Recorder is installed on a personal computer and allows GPX and CSV files to be generated with the vessel's track and extensive information about the sailing conditions (click on a track's point at the map above for example), including weather, depth, engine, and even tracks of nearby vessels with AIS . GPX files can be viewed in Google Earth, Garmin MapSource and other cartographic applications. They can also be loaded into newer models of Garmin and Raymarine chartplotters. CSV files may be opened in spreadsheet applications like Microsoft Excel or LibreOffice Calc to visualize data using charts and build the graphic reports.

Data files of YDVR-04 model contain internal links to the audio files, and the software places links to audio files at the geographical points in the GPX file where they were recorded. In this way, you can select a point on your track, check what the weather was, and, for example, find the file with the weather forecast recorded from VHF at the same time. Or listen to your VHF conversations with other vessel. This allows reconstruction of your sailing in full detail!

You can also connect a microphone (an amplifier is required for most types) to the input of the Recorder and use audio recording as a "voice log book"; your recordings will be linked to the time and place where they were done.

PC software can convert Voyage Recorder data to OpenSkipper , CanBoat and Signal K formats. Marine electronics specialists can diagnose N2K problems using free and open source OpenSkipper . This product can "replay" NMEA 2000 recordings and has an excellent log viewer. You may load Voyage Recorder data to OpenSkipper and decode all N2K messages.

We also recommend paying attention to free CAN Log Viewer software, it can "play" your data recordings on a PC screen in real time and help in analyzing of network problems.

With Voyage Recorder you can get a real multi-page, editable and printable logbook of your voyage with just a few mouse clicks. The log book is generated by a template, you modify the template supplied with the program in Microsoft Word or LibreOffice Write. Or you can create your own template! Click here to view tne screenshot of auto generated logbook.

The Recorder's software is available free of change and runs on Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. Software package also contains the test data from real sailing vessel, so you can download it right now and play with it. Recorder's file format is open, fully documented and free to use — you owns your data!

On average, one second of recording requires 1000-2000 bytes on the memory card, and the average 16 GB card is enough for 100..200 days of sailing. The Device does not require configuration, and automatic deletion of old data means you do not have to worry about running out of space. Plug the Device into your onboard network, insert the card, and you can forget about it until you need the data. Covert installation is also supported, it may be useful if you rent out your yacht.

Voyage Recorder also can play recorderd messages to a physical CAN network (see section X. of Manual ). This feature is targeted at developers, and may help to demonstrate, test and emulate equipment. Note that Voyage Recorder may record and play messages not only in NMEA 2000 networks, but on any network which works at 50, 125, 250, 500 or 1000 kbps speed , for example in J1939 network.

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Recorder is supplied with different types of connectors (see the User Guide), making it possible to connect it to networks of different manufacturers without any adapters. The Device model is shown on the case.

For additional technical details, please see the YDVR-04 User Guide and FAQ . The User Guide of legacy model YDVR-03 is available here .

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VOYAGE DATA RECORDER

Model | vr-7000/7000s, vdr - svdf | "s" stands for simplified.

Records all crucial data to identify the cause of maritime casualty as well as contribute to the future prevention of the catastrophe of any kind.

• Configuration
• PC Software
• Remote Alarm Panel
• Complies with the IMO performance standards for VDR and S-VDR
• Data storing for 48 hours both in fixed and float-free recording medium
• Data storing for 30 days/720 hours in SSD in the Data Collecting Unit
• No.1, 2 Radar and main ECDIS display images can be stored

* Up to 5 display images from FURUNO Radar FAR-3000/FCR-2xx9 series or FURUNO ECDIS FMD-3200/3300 can be stored simultaneously through Ethernet without optional SSD.

* Radar and ECDIS images can be recorded at 15-second intervals.

• Easy to integrate with IBS Network

* Radar and ECDIS that utilizes LAN interface based on IEC 61162-450 can be connected through Ethernet.

• Video LAN converter can convert the Radar signal (DVI or RGB) into Ethernet

* Necessary when FURUNO Radar FAR-15x8/FAR- 2xx7, ECDIS FEA-2107/2807 or the products of third-party manufacturers are connected to VR-7000/7000S.

• Optional sensor adapter gathers all the serial/analog/digital sensor data and collectively feeds it to DCU

Multiple sensor adapters can be interfaced depending upon the number of sensors to be interfaced.

• “Live Player V5” allows monitoring and playback of collected data on a PC. In adition, remote replay and remote extraction via satellite connection available.
• Extracted data can be saved onto a USB flash memory
• Global customer support and services with FURUNO worldwide service network

Simplified Voyage Data Recorder VR-7000S

• Complies with the IMO performance standards for S-VDR, MSC 163(78)
• Applied to S-VDR carriage requirement for existing cargo ships over 3,000GT
• Selectable DRU: fixed DRU or float-free DRU
• Save function

If marine incidents occur, record the data, which are recorded to the capsule, to the safe storage area for a long term recording by this function.

Easy to input the sensor data and review stored data

The onboard sensors can be integrated and interfaced to the VR-7000/7000S thanks to Video LAN converter and sensor adapters.

Also, the collected data can be replayed with the PC software or extracted onto a USB flash memories for later analysis.

This software extracts and displays the data recorded in the Data Recording Unit, in real time, on the networked PC screen. In addition, The data can be extracted and displayed remotely on the PC screen anywhere via satellite connection. Also, the data can be replayed for a more thorough data analysis at a later date.

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Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) on a Ship Explained

The IMO defines the Voyage Data Recorder as a complete system, including any items required to interface with the sources of input signals, their processing and encoding, the final recording medium, the playback equipment, the power supply and dedicated reserve power source.

Akin to the ‘Black Box’ on airplanes, a Voyage Data Recorder is an equipment fitted onboard ships that record the various data on a ship which can be used for reconstruction of the voyage details and vital information during an accident investigation.

Information is stored in a secure and retrievable form, relating to the position, movement, physical status, command and control of a ship over the period and following an incident. This information is used during any subsequent safety investigation to identify the cause(s) of the incident . Aside from its usage in accident investigation, it can also be used for preventive maintenance, performance efficiency monitoring, heavy weather damage analysis, accident avoidance and training purposes to improve safety and reduce running costs.

Understanding VDR

As mentioned earlier, a VDR or voyage data recorder is an instrument safely installed on a ship to continuously record vital information related to the operation of a vessel. It contains a voice recording system for a period of at least last 12 hours (for VDRs installed post-July 2014, the period of the integrated details recorded is 48 hours as per the MSC Resolution 333.90). This recording is recovered and made use of for investigation in events of accidents in a compressed and digitised format.

A ship’s VDR is far superior to a black box of an aeroplane as it stores a variety of data and that too for not less than a period of 12 hours. The data records covering the last 12 hours are continuously overwritten by the latest data.

A VDR is capable of withstanding heavy weather, collisions , fires and pressure conditions even when a ship is at a depth of several meters in water.

How VDR works?

The VDR can be classified to contain following units,

– the Data Collection Unit (DCU) (fitted on the bridge that pulls in data from all the integrated sources),

– a Data Recording Unit (DRU) (fitted on the monkey island that stores all of the data that is recorded via the unit within the wheelhouse) and microphones to record bridge audio. The DCU contains the Data Processor Unit, interface modules and backup batteries. It collects data from sensors as required by the IMO and IEC standards. The batteries supply power to the DCU to record bridge audio for 2 h in case of a main ship’s power failure. The flash memory in the DRU stores the data coming from the DCU. The data can be retrieved by using playback software for investigation after an incident. The DRU components are embodied in the protective capsule. The capsule ensures survival and recovery of the recorded data after an incident.

The flash memory in the DRU stores the data coming from the DCU. The data can be retrieved by using playback software for investigation after an incident. The DRU components are embodied in the protective capsule. The capsule ensures survival and recovery of the recorded data after an incident.

The DCU contains the Data Processor Unit, interface modules and backup batteries. It collects data from sensors as required by the IMO and IEC standards. The batteries supply power to the DCU to record bridge audio for 2 hrs in case of a main ship’s power failure. The flash memory in the DRU stores the data coming from the DCU. The data can be retrieved by using playback software for investigation after an incident. The DRU components are embodied in the protective capsule. The capsule ensures survival and recovery of the recorded data after an incident.

The data that is collected or pulled in from all the integrated sources is, as mentioned above, kept in the storage capsule and holds information for the 12 hours (or 48 hours) preceding it and continuously refreshed as the voyage progresses.

There is also a record button provided in the bridge unit so that after pushing button (say during starting of any incident like collision or grounding), the recorder will start recording a new set of information from that period of time.

The capsule mentioned above is a very sturdy unit, capable of withstanding shock and pressures associated with a marine mishap (collision, grounding, bad weather etc). It might be a float-free arrangement as with the HRU or attached with the EPIRB for simultaneous release.

Carriage requirements for VDR

As with all the navigational equipment carried onboard , the VDR also comes under the purview of the SOLAS Chapter V , Regulation 20 as well as Annex 10. The details of it are as follows:

The VDR at least must record the following:

• Date and time (SVDR)
• Ship’s position (SVDR)
• Speed and heading (SVDR)
• Bridge audio (SVDR)
• Communication audio (radio) (SVDR)
• Radar data (SVDR)
• ECDIS data (SVDR)
• Echo sounder
• Main alarms
• Rudder order and response
• Hull opening (doors) status
• Watertight and fire door status
• Speed and acceleration
• Hull stresses
• Wind speed and direction

The SVDR is nothing but a simplified VDR, that records information that is only absolutely necessary and does not record information as extensive as the VDR. Naturally, it is more cost effective and more in usage on board merchant ships. The concept of SVDR can be best understood by comparing the data below with that of the VDR. Mandatory information to be recorded in an SVDR are marked next to the category above. The last two interfaces of Radar and ECDIS may be recorded only if there are standard interfaces available.

General Operational Requirements

The VDR should continuously maintain sequential records of pre-selected data items relating to the status and output of the ship’s equipment and command and control of the ship. To permit subsequent analysis of factors surrounding an incident, the method of recording should ensure that the various data items can be correlated in date and time during playback on suitable equipment.

The system should include functions to perform a performance test at any time, e.g. annually or following repair or maintenance work to the VDR or any signal source providing data to the VDR. This test may be conducted using the playback equipment and should ensure that all the required data items are being correctly recorded.

Maintenance

As with all navigational equipment, checks and maintenance are important for proper operation of any electronic systems. Only qualified personnel should work inside the equipment. As far as routine checks are concerned, examine the cables for signs of damage and also check that all connections are rigid. The battery should be replaced every four years, the backup battery must be replaced with new one by a qualified service engineer. Regulation 18.8 of SOLAS Chapter V states the requirements for maintenance. A certificate stating that the results of such tests were satisfactory is to be retained onboard.

Underwater Acoustic Beacon

This beacon can be seen in the capsule on the monkey island and is fitted as a homing device to locate the capsule after a mishap. It is attached to a bracket on the capsule. Triggered by immersion in water, they give out pulses in the ultrasonic that can be detected by airborne or shipborne units.

The importance of the VDR cannot be stressed enough. While it is always in every seafarer’s best endeavour that a mishap does not occur at all, it is imperative to know the importance of a VDR in such a situation.

It is important to understand that the VDR/SVDR is not just a way to record data for use later on during accident investigation but it gives the trainers as well as the trainees to understand real life situations at sea and the ways they could be combatted to further prevent any future mishaps, enabling better practical approach towards ship operations at sea.

Disclaimer:  The authors’ views expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect the views of Marine Insight.  Data and charts, if used, in the article have been sourced from available information and have not been authenticated by any statutory authority. The author and Marine Insight do not claim it to be accurate nor accept any responsibility for the same. The views constitute only the opinions and do not constitute any guidelines or recommendation on any course of action to be followed by the reader.

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28 Comments

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Well done Anish.. keep up the good work.. informative and interesting.

Hello ~ Awesome article ~ Thanks

thankyou for such great information. but i am nor aware of the errors of the VDR. it will be helpfull if can provide me. my email address [email protected]

OK. All is correct. But I can’t understood why VDR is is part of Ship’s Safety Radio certificate. VDR not providing me with any information, or increasing safety of navigation during the voyage. VDR is for use of investigating authorities only.

Yes. It is for investigation authorities, who then make a safety report and distributes to all PSCs and shipping companies so that such incident should not be repeated and case studies can be done to ensure the preventive measures are in force.

VDR is mandatory to cnnect with ECDIS or not?

Hello. Is it possible for the shipping company to acces the data from the VDR at any time? or is this prohibited?

It will depend on the owner and company. Some VDR comes have Live connections which can be accessed for crew training. Further access to the data will be governed by the applicable domestic legislation of the flag state, coastal state and the lead investigating state as appropriate and the guidelines given in the Code for the Investigation of Marine Casualties and Incidents.

I have a problem, is it not possibule after 6 months to playback bridge VDR-S record with new regulations?

(The maximum period between subsequent checks is, therefore, 15 months for passenger ships and 18 months for cargo ships, unless either certificate has been extended as permitted by SOLAS regulation I/14, in which case a similar extension may be granted.

https://solasv.mcga.gov.uk/msc/MSC.1%20Circ.1222%20vdr.pdf

best regards

After 48 hours of new regulations, is not possibule to make playback VDR-s bridge recordings?

give me please feedback.

HI Kunnar not possibule after 6 months to playback bridge VDR-S record with new regulations?

this format ist not safe!

Hello Anish, I have a big problem on-board a vessel i am working on. and i sincerer hope this platform could be of help.

My VDR is requesting for a bootable disk to boot. I have insert all various bootable disk but none seems to work.. What can be the cause or what should i do

Please i await your swift responds

Do you have any information on PLAYBACK SOFTWARE ?

Guys Hi , one question should the BNWAS connected to VDR if yes where this written

@Capt. Krishnan: There are different software available in the market which needs to be installed on the PC (which is compatible with the VDR installed on ships)

@Egor: According to the Code on Alerts and Indicators, Resolution A.1021(26), implemented on 18 January 2010, the BNWAS first-stage audible alarm and the malfunction of, or power supply failure to, the BNWAS are classified as a mandatory alarm. The BNWAS should be connected to the VDR on ships whose keel is laid on or after 18 January 2010.

What is the reason for providing anEPIRB with the VDR Capsule on Monkey Island? Can You Please explain?

@Yashwardhan: The sole purpose of the S-VDR Capsule is to store ship’s data relevant to the incident preceding the deployment of the Capsule. The EPIRB function of the S-VDR Capsule is only required to mark the position of the released capsule for later retrieval by the relevant authorities.

In accordance with IMO MSC.163(78) and IEC 61996-2, the preferred locations are on the monkey island or on the bridge wings. The Capsule should be mounted in the vicinity of the bridge on the outside of the vessel’s structure in a position such that it is accessible by a non-vertical ladder (ie stairway) and its controls are easily reached. Ideally, the Capsule should be mounted as close to the centreline of the vessel as possible, and with sufficient space around it that it can be accessed by ROVs and divers in the event that it fails to release automatically.

Well done sir Easy and effective learning material

@Sunil: 🙂 ?

This information is not completely true.

“A ship’s VDR is far superior to a black box of an aeroplane as it stores a variety of data and that too for not less than a period of 12 hours.”

If you mentioned VDR records variety of data but black box of the airplane doesn’t. Thing it is not right.

Black box of the airplane contains voice & flight data (which called Cockpit Voice Recorders (CVR) and Flight Data Recorders (FDR)). So obiously, are as same as to the ship.

Anyways thanks for knowledge.

One more thing I wanted to clarify if there is HRU fitted on her/svdr recording units or they submerg with sinking ship?..pl comment if anyone has some idea…

Can you help me? In order to investigate the causes of an agrounding, I want to access and read the data recorded by an VDR unit. As I received just the data, but not the manufacturer´s software which let me to access & read it, I have not able to do it. Thanks in advance.

Nice article, very well explained, the comment section too was informative, continue your good work.

@Shivashankar: Thank you for your support and comment.

The VDR is responsibility of IT dpt or MARINE / OPERATION dpt?

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Passenger ships and ships other than passenger ships of 3000 gross tonnage and upwards constructed on or after 1 July 2002 must carry voyage data recorders (VDRs) to assist in accident investigations, under regulations adopted in 2000, which entered into force on 1 July 2002.

Like the black boxes carried on aircraft, VDRs enable accident investigators to review procedures and instructions in the moments before an incident and help to identify the cause of any accident.

VDR requirements

Under regulation 20 of SOLAS chapter V on Voyage data recorders (VDR), the following ships are required to carry VDRs:

· passenger ships constructed on or after 1 July 2002;

· ro-ro passenger ships constructed before 1 July 2002 not later than the first survey on or after 1 July 2002;

· passenger ships other than ro-ro passenger ships constructed before 1 July 2002 not later than 1 January 2004; and

· ships, other than passenger ships, of 3,000 gross tonnage and upwards constructed on or after 1 July 2002.

VDRs are required to meet performance standards "not inferior to those adopted by the Organization".

Performance standards for VDRs were adopted in 1997 and give details on data to be recorded and VDR specifications. They state that the VDR should continuously maintain sequential records of preselected data items relating to status and output of the ship's equipment and command and control of the ship. The VDR should be installed in a protective capsule that is brightly coloured and fitted with an appropriate device to aid location. It should be entirely automatic in normal operation.

Administrations may exempt ships, other than ro-ro passenger ships, constructed before 1 July 2002, from being fitted with a VDR where it can be demonstrated that interfacing a VDR with the existing equipment on the ship is unreasonable and impracticable.

Regulation18 of SOLAS chapter V on Approval, surveys and performance standards of navigational systems and equipment and voyage data recorder states that:

The voyage data recorder (VDR) system, including all sensors, shall be subjected to an annual performance test. The test shall be conducted by an approved testing or servicing facility to verify the accuracy, duration and recoverability of the recorded data. In addition, tests and inspections shall be conducted to determine the serviceability of all protective enclosures and devices fitted to aid location. A copy of a the certificate of compliance issued by the testing facility, stating the date of compliance and the applicable performance standards, shall be retained on board the ship .

Simplified VDRs

The MSC at its 79th session in December 2004 adopted amendments to regulation 20 of SOLAS chapter V ( Safety of Navigation ) on a phased-in carriage requirement for a shipborne simplified voyage data recorder (S-VDR). The amendment entered into force on 1 July 2006.

The regulation requires a VDR, which may be an S-VDR, to be fitted on existing cargo ships of 3,000 gross tonnage and upwards, phasing in the requirement for cargo ships of 20,000 gross tonnage and upwards first, to be followed by cargo ships of 3,000 gross tonnage and upwards.

The S-VDR is not required to store the same level of detailed data as a standard VDR, but nonetheless should maintain a store, in a secure and retrievable form, of information concerning the position, movement, physical status, command and control of a vessel over the period leading up to and following an incident.

The phase-in is as follows:

To assist in casualty investigations, cargo ships , when engaged on international voyages, shall be fitted with a VDR which may be a simplified voyage data recorder (S VDR) as follows:

• in the case of cargo ships of 20,000 gross tonnage and upwards constructed before 1 July 2002, at the first scheduled dry-docking after 1 July 2006 but not later than 1 July 2009;
• in the case of cargo ships of 3,000 gross tonnage and upwards but less than 20,000 gross tonnage constructed before 1 July 2002, at the first scheduled dry-docking after 1 July 2007 but not later than 1 July 2010; and
• Administrations may exempt cargo ships from the application of the requirements when such ships will be taken permanently out of service within two years after the implementation date specified above.

Voyage Data Recorders (VDR)

A pro-active incident prevention tool

Discover the value of your voyage data

Since the VDR records a lot of signals on the vessel, it is a very valuable data central. We provide options for real-time data streaming from the VDR to other systems for smooth integration and value-creating data usage and analysis. Ask us about the possibilites in your particular project!

The SAL VDR playback software is intuitive and requires no configuration by the user.

Made for vessels in all segments

Based on experience from thousands of installations throughout the years, our VDRs have been designed to allow for quick and efficient installation. Regardless of the age of the vessels and their equipment, our interface units make it possible to connect and record the necessary signals – as well as additional signals if desired – on any vessel in any segment that requires a VDR or S-VDR.

Download our VDR / S-VDR brochure (PDF)

Also available as Mini-VDR for tugboats, patrol boats, etc

Thanks to its modular system design, we can offer our VDR in a cost-efficient mini version to these vessel segments, where a VDR is not mandatory. By using our cloud services , the operation of your vessels can be examined in detail from the office. In case of incidents, it is easy to play back a sequence and draw conclusions on how to improve safety. The system also provides solid evidence in case of any disputes.

Download our Mini-VDR flyer (PDF)

Flexible and cost-efficient installation thanks to modular system design

Our VDRs are based on a modular system platform, making it flexible and cost-efficient to adapt the system to different requirements.

By choosing our VDR with its modular system design, you can be certain that the minimum amount of hardware is used, and that cabling can be done efficiently by placing modules where it is most convenient. This optimizes both hardware and installation costs.

SAL VDR and S-VDR brochure (PDF) SAL Mini-VDR flyer (PDF)

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MED B Certificate VDR SAL SVF-200 MED B Certificate S-VDR SAL SVS-200 CCS Certificate VDR SAL SVF-200 CCS Certificate S-VDR SAL SVS-200 For more certificates, please contact us or your nearest reseller .

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Future proof your vessel with a VDR system that is reliable, efficient and flexible.

A Voyage Data Recorder is a maritime “black box”. Its aim is to record and store a vessel’s critical parameters to help identify the cause of marine accidents, as well as contribute to the prevention of future accidents. 

VoyageMaster IV VDR/S-VDR is an industry-leading Voyage Data Recorder system that is reliable, efficient and flexible. Using the latest IoT capabilities, it secures vital information on vessel operations to help prevent safety incidents and optimise performance.

It continuously records real-time data from signal sources on board and securely transfers this to shore for easy access in the cloud. This allows investigators to analyse all activity before and after an incident. It also allows shore-side teams to have constant visibility of navigation systems for improved decision making and proactive management across your operations.

VoyageMaster IV VDR/S-VDR is a compact unit designed to withstand the toughest conditions. It’s easy to install on new builds or retrofits using conversion kits. The system supports a wide range of communication protocols and converts them into a readable format. It's also very intuitive to use with analytical tools making data interpretation simple. Presentation of information can also be customised and replayed for reference or training. 

All software and data can be instantly transferred to a replacement unit to save time and costs during service or repair, keeping your vessels on schedule. And with Sperry Marine, you can be assured of the highest standard of service and support on a 24/365 consistent global basis.

Key Features:

• Standard configuration:       o    Data Acquisition Unit      o    Fixed Capsule, MK IV      o    Float-free Capsule, FF MK II      o    Bridge indoor and outdoor microphones      o    VDR Explorer playback software      o    Sensor Interface Unit and/or Remote Video Interface
• Optional Capabilities:       o    Ship-to-shore data transfer with VoyageMaster Connect      o    Extended data storage for detailed historical analysis

Key Benefits: 

• System support for at least 10 years after end of product life with spare parts available
• Eliminate in-port delays with instant transfer of VDR software and data to replacement unit during repairs
• Designed to withstand heavy weather, collisions, fire and immersion in several meters of water
• Collect navigation system data to analyse fleet performance and reduce fuel use
• Analyse VDR data easily to help improve decision-making
• Global 24/365 service and support at every major seaport, at anchor, offshore and even in passage

For more information about Sperry Marine’s VoyageMaster IV VDR/S-VDR, please contact us .

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WHAT IS A VDR? A VDR or voyage data recorder is an instrument installed on a ship to continuously record critical Information related to the operation of a vessel. It consists of a recording system for a period of at least last 48 hours which is continuously overwritten by the latest data. This recording is recovered and made use of for various purposes, especially for investigation in the events of accidents. Purpose/benefits of VDR VDR data can be used for : 1. Accident investigations 2. Response Assessment 3. Training support 4. Promotion of best practices 5. Reduction of insurance cost HOW DOES A VDR WORK? There are various sensors placed on bridge of the ship and on prominent location from which the required data is continuously collected. The VDR has to be very flexible in order to be interfaced with the existing equipment and sensors for recording of relevant data. The unit should be entirely automatic in normal operation. Means are provided whereby recorded data may be saved by an appropriate method following an incident, with minimal interruption to the recording process. The data collected by VDR is digitalized, compressed, and is stored in a protective storage unit which is mounted in a safe place. This tamper-proof storage unit can be a retrievable fixed or floating unit connected with EPIRB for early location in the event of an accident.

MAIN COMPONENTS OF VDR: 1. DATA MANAGEMENT UNIT (OR DATA COLLECTION UNIT) 2. AUDIO MODULE 3. FINAL RECORDING MODULE 4. REMOTE ALARM MODULE 5. REPLAY STATION 6. RESERVE SOURCE OF POWER  

Data Management Unit: This data comprises of voices, various navigational parameters, ship location, etc. are fed to a unit called Data management unit. The data collected by the Data Management Unit is digitized, compressed, and is stored in a specified format in two protective storage units (called “Final Recording Medium”) which are mounted in a safe place. A copy of the data is also recorded in a hard drive housed in the data management unit.

Audio Module: It consists of an audio mixer for recording audio from microphones placed in the wheelhouse, bridge wings, ECR and various other locations. VHF audio signals are also interfaced with this unit. Bridge Audio should be recorded through the use of at least two channels of audio recording. Microphones positioned outside on bridge wings, should be recorded on at least one additional separate channel. VHF Communications audio VHF communications relating to ship operations should be recorded on an additional separate channel to those referred to in point above.  

Final Recording Medium: The final recording mediums, also sometimes called VDR CAPSULES, comprises of two independent recording units (fixed and float-free) and an long term medium. a) Fixed recording medium:  Should record data for at least 48 Hrs which is continuously overwritten with new data.  should maintain the recorded data for a period of at least two years following termination of recording.  data should be electronically tamper-proof This fixed tamper-proof electronic storage medium is encased in a protecting casing. A fixed VDR Capsule is capable of withstanding heavy weather, collisions, fires and pressure conditions even when a ship is at a depth of several meters in water. This unit is fixed with an underwater locator which can be used to retrieved in case of sinking of the ship. Properties of Final Recording Unit:  Highly visible color  Can withstand temp. up to 1100ºC  Can sustain deep sea pressure of 6000 m  Electronically tamper-proof data  Easily accessible / Float-free b) Float-free recording medium;  data recorded for at least 48 Hrs and continuously overwritten with new data  should maintain the recorded data for a period of at least six months following termination of recording;  data should be electronically tamper-proof or floating unit with an in-built EPIRB for early location in the event of accident. C) Long-term recording medium.  Data recorded for 30 days / 720 Hrs and continuously overwritten with new data  be capable of being accessed from an internal, easily accessible area of the ship;  

Remote Alarm Module: This is a small panel connected to the Data Management Unit that will sound an audio-visual alarm should any error or fault develop in the equipment or if the sensor inputs are missing.

Replay Station: The VDR should provide an interface for downloading the stored data and playback the information to an external computer. The interface should be compatible with an internationally recognized format, such as Ethernet, USB, FireWire, or equivalent. A playback software should be provided with VDR with the capability to to download the stored data and play back the information. The software should be compatible with an operating system available with commercial off-the-shelf laptop computers and where non-standard or proprietary formats are used for storing the data in the VDR, the software should convert the stored data into open industry standard formats.

VDR installed after 1st July, 2014 must record, in addition to, or alternately, following data:

       Additionally, the following requirements shall be fulfilled by the VDRs installed after 01st July 2014: RADAR -Recording of the main displays of both ship's radar installations as required by SOLAS regulations. AIS - All AIS data should be recorded . ECDIS display in use at the time as the primary means of navigation. Rolling Motion - VDR should be connected to an electronic inclinometer if installed Configuration data : In addition to the data items, a data block defining the configuration of the VDR and the sensors to which it is connected should be written into the final recording medium during the commissioning of the VDR. Electronic logbook : Where a ship is fitted with an electronic logbook in accordance with the standards of the Organization the information from this should be recorded.

S-VDR An S-VDR (Simplified VDR) is the same as a VDR. There is no principle difference between a VDR and an S-VDR except the amount of information required to be recorded by S-VDR is less.

DATA RECORDED BY S-VDR:

CARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS The following vessels are required to carry a VDR: • All Passenger ships and Ro-Ro passenger ships • Ships of 3,000 GT and upwards constructed on or after 1 July 2002. The following vessels are required to carry an S-VDR: • Ships over 3,000 GT constructed before 1 July 2002

S-VDR – FAQs (Additional Material)

Should a "fixed" or "float-free" data storage capsule be used? There is no Type Approved float-free solution currently available and there are varying views on which solution would be most easily retrieved. Indications are that both options are similarly priced.

To what degree does the choice of S-VDR depend on the make of the existing bridge equipment? The technical specification of the S-VDR has been determined with the express aim of maximising the connectivity with other equipment. The choice of S-VDR can therefore bebased with emphasis on the functionality of the particular S-VDR and the worldwide service support available.

What benefits can be expected from fitting S-VDR? The operational experience gained from ships equipped with VDR has been well recorded over many years and in summary confirm the positive benefits particularly relating to accident investigation, training and monitoring, assessment of response to safety and environment emergencies, promoting best practice and accident prevention and reduction in insurance losses. VDRs have also proved invaluable to ship owners as a management tool in analysing hazardous incidents and bridge team procedures. Additionally VDR recordings have provided irrefutable evidence in pollution incidents as well as providing an indisputable record of a Master's action. There have also been a number of instances where disclosure of VDR recordings precluded court actions with the subsequent significant savings in costs.

Can the recorded data be accessed remotely? Remote access to data is not a requirement of the IMO but a limited number of manufacturers do offer this facility as an option. Kelvin Hughes “MantaDigital™ S-VDR” has the capability of being interrogating through GSM or satellite communications from the shore. This optional feature also allows onboard technical problems to be diagnosed remotely, enabling spares or other support to be arranged in advance of the ship’s arrival in port.

What time period can be recorded? The IMO requires a minimum of 12 hours recording but most manufacturers provide larger storage options often with removable media, which may be used as a management and training tool. This latter option sometimes referred to as a “white-box”, has found favor in the past where ships’ staff are able to retain a record of an event without disturbing the main (mandatory) data contained within the S-VDR.  

How is the performance of the equipment monitored? The IMO Performance Standard for S-VDR requires a built-in the test facility to be provided to allow for continuous monitoring of the performance of the equipment. An audible and visual alarm is automatically triggered in the event of a malfunction of the S-VDR.  

How and where can the data be replayed? Playback facilities are offered by all manufacturers, usually free of charge, as part of the S-VDR package. This enables incident analysis to be undertaken onboard, ashore, and in a Court of Law.

Installation

Who can carry out annual performance checks? All maintenance, service, and commissioning of S-VDR equipment must be carried out by engineers approved by the manufacturer concerned. This may be delegated to a nominated service agent although some manufacturers, such as Kelvin Hughes, have the added advantage of a well-established and proven worldwide support network with factory-trained engineers located in key ports.  

Can an S-VDR be installed whilst the vessel is in service? In the majority of cases, the installation of an S-VDR can be carried out whilst the vessel is in service. The majority of the work centers around the running of cables for microphones on the bridge and the collection of data from a number of sources. The only restriction on installing during service is when it may become necessary to weld fixings or cut cable penetrations (hot-work) on vessels carrying hazardous cargo e.g. Tankers and gas carriers.  

How long does installation & commissioning take? A typical installation, which would include cable running, mounting of units, termination of cables, and commissioning is estimated to take 5/7 days with two engineers. If preparatory work is completed in advance with the running of cables and provision of foundations for units then termination and commissioning are estimated to take 3 days.

Legislation  

How will compliance be enforced and monitored? Compliance with Carriage Requirements for S-VDR will be enforced by the appropriate Flag State and Port Control authorities may also prevent vessels from operating who do not have a suitably working S-VDR.

What Type of Approval or Classification Certification is necessary? All S-VDR equipments fitted to satisfy IMO requirements must be Type Approved. Kelvin Hughes is the first to receive Type Approval for its MantaDigital™ S-VDR through QinetiQ, the UK government nominated testing organisation. Other manufacturers are following and submitting equipment for test to QinetiQ and other test organisations, including the German testing house, BSH. Individual Classification Societies can endorse Type Approved equipment by reference to the results obtained by the test organisation.

What are the requirements? IMO through MSC at its 79th session in December 2004 agreed the following amendment to SOLAS Chapter V Regulation 20 To assist in casualty investigations, cargo ships, when engaged on international voyages, shall be fitted with a VDR, which may be a simplified voyage data recorder (S-VDR) as follows:

 in the case of cargo ships of 20,000 gross tonnage and upwards constructed before 1 July 2002, at the first scheduled dry-docking after 1 July 2006 but not later than 1 July 2009;

in the case of cargo ships of 3,000 gross tonnage and upwards but less than 20,000 gross tonnage constructed before 1 July 2002, at the first scheduled dry-docking after 1 July 2007 but not later than 1 July 2010; and

 Administrations may exempt cargo ships from the application of the requirements of sub-paragraphs 1 and 2 when such ships will be taken permanently out of servicewithin two years after the implementation date specified in sub-paragraphs 1 and 2 above.

To what types of vessels does the Carriage Requirement apply? All vessels involved in international trade over 3,000 tons gross tonnage will be affected by the requirement (except where an exemption is granted by the flag state)

Legal Will fitting S-VDR impact on insurance premiums? A Marine Underwriter's Perspective There is no doubt, that the shipping industry can learn a lot from the world of Aviation and this is certainly a point of view held by eminent personages such as Lord Carver and Lord Donaldson. The lessons learned from, “black-box” information following air crashes has obviously done a lot to improve the safety in this industry.  

The lessons learned have also given the operators data to enable them to reduce the human element proportion of air disasters. So how can anyone argue against a similar initiative in the Marine world? As underwriters, we can see the potential advantages that VDRs will bring in reducing the insurance risks. There is always room for improvement, and, as lessons are learned from VDR playbacks ship operators will be able to respond with meaningful loss prevention actions, which will have a beneficial effect on their insurance results. VDRs will also provide a reliable and unbiased witness at times of accidents involving other parties. Here again, VDR evidence will do a lot to reduce legal costs and the sterile wrangles about who is to blame.

I s the recorded data recognized as legal evidence? Yes - extensively, there have been a number of instances already experienced where the disclosure of the existence of VDR recorded data has precluded court action. Clearly, there is an advantage in the situations where systems are installed with the additional removable memory, sometimes referred to as the "white-box".

In the event of an incident - who owns the recording? "Ownership and recovery" (Abstracts of IMO FSI Sub - Committee 9) Recovery of VDR In the case of a non-catastrophic accident, recovery of the memory should be straightforward. This action will have to be taken soon after the accident to best preserve the relevant evidence for use by both the investigator and the shipowner. As the investigator is very unlikely to be in a position to instigate this action soon enough after the accident, the owner must be responsible, through its onboard standing orders, for ensuring the timely preservation of this evidence in this circumstance.

In the case of abandonment of a vessel during an emergency, masters should be instructed, where time and other responsibilities permit, to recover the memory and remove it to a place of safety and to preserve it until it can be passed to the investigator. In the case of a catastrophic accident, where a vessel has sunk and the data has not been retrieved prior to abandonment, a decision will need to be taken by the Flag State in consultation with any other substantially interested states on the viability of recovering the protective capsule against the potential use of the information. If it is decided to recover the capsule, the investigator should be responsible for its recovery. The possibility of the capsule having sustained damage must be considered and specialist expertise will be required to ensure the best chance of recovering and preserving the evidence. In addition, the assistance and co-operation of the owners, insurers and the manufacturers of the VDR and those of the protective capsule may be required. Custody of VDR/data In all circumstances, during the course of an investigation, the investigator should have custody of the original VDR data, perhaps in the form of the whole or part(s) of the VDR itself, in the same way as he has custody of other records or evidence under the Code for the Investigation of Marine Casualties and Incidents. Ownership of VDR/data The shipowner will, in all circumstances and at all times, own the VDR and its data. Read-out of VDR/data In all circumstances the responsibility to arrange downloading and read-out of the data from the recovered memory in whatever form should, in the first instance, be undertaken by the investigator who should keep the shipowner fully informed. Additionally, especially in the case of a catastrophic accident where the memory may have sustained damage, the assistance of specialist expertise may be required to ensure the best chance of success. Access to the data Although the investigator will have custody of the original VDR memory in whatever form for the duration of the investigation, a copy of the data must be provided to the shipowner in all circumstances. Further access to the data will be governed by the applicable domestic legislation of the flat state, coastal state and the lead investigating state as appropriate and the guidelines given in the Code for the Investigation of Marine Casualties and Incidents.

What are the key factors to be considered when selecting an S-VDR?  Is the equipment type-approved?  Does the supplier have a proven track record?  Does the supplier offer worldwide support?  Can the supplier guarantee to fit in time to meet agreed deadlines?  Will the fitting delay the vessel’s operation?  What does the price include?  Is there a fixed price package?

 Does the supplier understand interfacing with marine bridge equipment?  What additional options are available/provided?  Does the supplier have an established customer base?  Does the supplier have a reference list?  Will the supplier be here in the future to support the system?  Does the equipment offer all the facilities that may be required?

What is the typical price for an S-VDR system? These vary from manufacturer to manufacturer and are also dependent upon the degree of sophistication demanded. It is suggested that a budget of up to US$50k be allocated for a complete fit.

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VDR | SVDR – Everything You Need To Know (Updated)

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VDR And SVDR – An Overview

VDR or the voyage data recorder, is required by all vessels as per IMO, to gather data from numerous sensors on the ship. It then digitizes, compresses, and stores this data in a shielded storage unit installed outside. The tamper-proof protective storage container is made to endure the intense pressure, heat, shock, and impact caused by a maritime event (fire, explosion, collision, sinking, etc.).

When the ship sinks in a marine catastrophe, the protected storage unit could be in a retrievable fixed unit or free float unit (or paired with an EPIRB). The protected unit’s stored data for the previous 12 hours (or 48 hours for the 2014 rules MSC.333(90)) can be restored and replayed by the authorities or ship owners for incident investigation.

The Voyage Data Recorder is defined by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as a complete system, which includes all components needed to interface with the sources of input signals, their processing and encoding, the final recording medium, the playback equipment, the power supply, and a reliable reserve power source.

A Trip Data Recorder is a piece of technology put on ships that records various data on a boat and may be used to reconstruct the events of the journey and other important information during an accident investigation, similar to the “Black Box” on airplanes.

The position, movement, physical state, command, and control of a ship during and after an incident are all kept in a safe and easily accessible manner. This data determines the incident’s cause(s) in future safety inquiries. In addition to being utilized in accident investigations, it may also improve safety and save operating costs through preventative maintenance, performance efficiency monitoring, the study of heavy weather damage, accident avoidance, and training.

What Is VDR & SVDR?

As was already noted, a voyage data recorder, or VDR, is a device that can be deployed securely on a ship and is used to continually capture essential data about how the boat operates. It offers voice recording capabilities with a minimum 12-hour recording time. This recording is retrieved and used for accident investigation in a compressed and digitized version.

A ship’s VDR is significantly superior to an airplane’s black box since it can keep a variety of data for at least 12 hours. The most recent data is continually overwritten in the data records for the previous 12 hours.

The SVDR is nothing more than a condensed version of the VDR also known as the Simplified-VDR; it only records essential information and does not keep as much information as the VDR does. Naturally, it is more affordable and frequently used on cargo ships. The simplest way to comprehend the idea of SVDR is to contrast the information below with that of the VDR. The categories above are identified with the mandatory data that must be recorded in an SVDR. The last two Radar and ECDIS interfaces may be documented only if standard interfaces are available.

How To Use A VDR?

Voyage data recorders (VDRs) are essential for collecting and monitoring navigation data from ships. VDRs provide a continuous recording of the ship’s position, speed, heading, and other parameters that can be used to analyze the vessel’s performance. They also provide information on the ship’s route, speed limits, and any other restrictions that may have been imposed on the boat. With this data, it is possible to identify potential safety issues and make necessary changes to improve safety onboard. VDRs can monitor various activities, including voyage planning, navigation safety regulations, weather conditions, and vessel performance.

Additionally, they can detect potential navigational hazards or risks that may arise during a voyage. By using a VDR onboard ships, it is possible to collect accurate navigation data, which can then be analyzed to identify areas for improvement or risk. Ship operators, government agencies, and marine insurers use VDRs. They can be configured to collect navigation data in various formats, including GIS, hydrographic surveys, and digital images. The data contained in VDRs is also valuable for any onboard analysis tools such as voyage planning software or geographical information systems (GIS). VDRs can be used to monitor a range of activities onboard ships, including The use of VDRs, has been criticized for the potential privacy issues arising from their information collection.

The voyage data recorder (VDR) is a device used in ships to store essential data related to the ship’s voyage. It records parameters like location, speed, heading, and other vessel-specific data. The VDR is an invaluable tool that helps identify the cause of ship accidents and assists in the investigation process.

The VDR keeps track of all ship activities, such as navigation, propulsion, loading, and unloading operations. It also monitors environmental conditions like sea temperature and wind speed. This data can be used to assess the safety of a vessel as well as its performance while en route.

The VDR is an effective tool for improving overall safety at sea by monitoring vessel activities and helping identify potential issues or hazards on board before they become an issue during operation. The VDR can also be used in post-incident investigations to uncover causes behind any incidents or accidents at sea. The VDR is integrated into the vessel’s main navigation, communication, and control systems. This allows for continuous monitoring of the vessel’s activity, creating real-time reports, and analyzing the data to improve safety. Most modern ships have an existing VDR system. Still, it can also be retrofitted onto older boats with a computer installed onboard. There are various VDR products and their installation on board the vessel. The most common VDR types are VDR Monitoring System – the standard, pre-installed system on most ships. It is connected to a computer onboard the boat and is designed to continuously monitor the vessel’s activities, including navigation, communication, propulsion control, and emergency response services. VDR Computer – an already installed computer that can be upgraded with new software to perform real-time monitoring as part of its automatic engine/propeller protection system. It also provides detailed reports about each event that can be sent.

Regulations To Use

The International Maritime Organization’s (IMO’s) resolution A.861(20), titled “Performance Standards for Shipborne Voyage Data Recorders (VDRs),” was adopted in 1999 by amending this chapter (International Maritime Organization, 1997). These regulations, which came into effect on July 1, 2002, outline the types of ships that are required to carry voyage data recorders, including passenger ships, roll-on/roll-off passenger ships built before that date (which were equipped with built-in ramps to carry wheeled cargo such as cars and trucks), and other ships over 3000 gross tonnages constructed on or after that date.

IMO resolution also specifies guidelines on how the VDR must function. It defines, for instance, that in standard operation, the device shall be fully automated and continually keep consecutive recordings of preselected data items about the ship’s status, command, and control. In order to aid in its localization, the recording medium should be housed in a colorful protective capsule and equipped with a beaconing device. A further IMO resolution known as MSC.163(78), passed on May 17, 2004, establishes a new category of VDR known as “Simplified VDR” or S-VDR, with fewer criteria to be installed on older boats.

The regulations above stipulate that a standard VDR must store at least the following information: date and time in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), ship’s position (latitude, longitude, coordinate reference), speed, heading, bridge audio (acquired by one or more microphones placed to record conversations and audible alarms), Very High Frequency (VHF) radio communications, radar data (such as to record a faithful replica of the radar display), and navigation data.

How To Troubleshoo t The VDR?

This walks you through resolving connection problems using (VDR). Verify that your environment supports each of the troubleshooting steps listed below. To eliminate potential causes and take appropriate remedial action, each stage includes instructions or a link to a document. The procedures are arranged in the most sensible order to isolate the problem and find the best solution. Do not omit any steps.

• Check whether the VDR appliance and the plugin have the most recent updates.
• To determine if the problem has been fixed, look at the release notes for recent versions. The Release Notes are available here.
• Make sure the password only comprises ASCII characters.
• If using DHCP, ensure the VDR appliance has a legitimate IP address. Confirm by opening a console connection to the device.
• Check the DNS settings, especially Reverse DNS.
• From the VDR appliance, resolve the IP, FQDN, and short name for the vCenter Server and any required ESX hosts.
• Resolve the VDR appliance’s IP, FQDN, and short name from the Center Server.
• Resolve the VDR appliance’s IP address, FQDN, and short name from the vSphere Client PC (if the Client is running elsewhere).
• Check that the VDR appliance and the vCenter Server are connected over the network. Checking the network connection with the ping command provides further details (1003486).
• Check that the VDR appliance and the ESX host are connected over the network. For further details, read Failing to log into the VMware Data Recovery appliance from vCenter Server and Testing network connectivity using the ping command.

However, power supplies will only be partially cut off in many instances. Therefore the VDR will still record events as usual (i.e., for a minimum of 12 hours before being overwritten). Consequently, it is crucial to determine promptly whether a vessel is equipped with a VDR and for individuals on board to keep or download the data it contains as soon as feasible to gather evidence. A VDR will often keep the most recent 12 hours (or longer if set up to do so) as a final recording media put in a protective capsule should all power be lost (for instance, if a vessel sinks or is destroyed by fire).

This will stay fastened to the ship or, in the case of a more advanced black box, float free and broadcast its location for SAR planes and ships to find. In any case, the data should be stored in the capsule for at least two years.

Best VDR In The Market

Ocean data system: ndr navigation data recorder.

The NDR  is a powerful data recorder designed for marine applications that provides an affordable (but uncertified) alternative to VDR equipment (black box). Additionally, it offers a wide range of data recording services for specialists, designers, builders, and sailors (competition or cruising). It is a stand-alone solution that can exchange data with other UpSideUp solutions or be used as a module with those solutions. It comes with the UpSideUp SuperYacht version as standard. Sequential or event recording may be done concurrently in many data files at high-frequency thanks to its processor’s power, storage capacity, and input options.

Maretron’s Vessel Data Recorder (VDR100)

Every device linked to the vessel’s NMEA 2000® network transmits messages recorded by Maretron’s Vessel Data Recorder (VDR100). Each communication is saved using solid-state memory technology, and data may be easily retrieved using a detachable USB flash drive. With the extra purchase of a more extensive USB Flash Drive, a year’s worth of data may be kept in addition to the weeks or more of data that the standard 16 Gbyte USB Flash Drive can contain. Additionally, the VDR100 employs a circular buffer so that the oldest data is only overwritten after all available memory has been used. You never have to worry about losing the most recent data.

JRC VDR (Voyage Data Recorder) JCY-1900

Like its predecessor, the JCY-1900 is black box engineered, using hardware that we have manufactured and built, is dependable, marine-ready, and has an intuitive IP-based format made explicitly for our VDR. The 7-inch color LCD touch panel, which is brand-new for the JCY-1900, enables complete system operation. Examine the status of linked sensors, view the most recent picture data from radar and ECDIS, and playback audio tracks captured from microphones. Display a variety of VDR warnings with extensive information.

Headway  VDR & S-VDR

The Voyage Data Recorder, sometimes known as VDR, is a data recording device for all vessels needed to comply with the IMO. Thanks to Headway’s Voyage data recorder, accident investigators may go through procedures and instructions before an incident and can help identify the reason for any mishap.

JOTRON VDR – 40VDR capsule, For Ships

A Cospas-Sarsat and MED-authorized float-free emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB) and float-free storage media are included in the Jotron Tron 40VDR Float Free Capsule. The standard memory size for the standalone VDR storage module is 64G.

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Related FAQs

What is the purpose of the vdr.

A voyage data recorder’s (VDR) primary job is to save a store of information on the whereabouts, motion, physical condition, command, and control of a vessel before and after an occurrence in a safe and retrievable format.

Which ships ought to have VDR and SVDR installed?

The law mandates that current cargo ships of 3,000 gross tons and above must be equipped with a VDR, which may be an S-VDR. This requirement is phased in, starting with cargo ships of 20,000 gross tons and higher and moving on to cargo ships of 3,000 and more elevated.

How does VDR operate in an accident situation?

The VDR is housed in a tamper-proof storage container that is strengthened to withstand high pressure, heat, impact, and other environmental factors that could be present during a marine catastrophe. Among the information a VDR gather is GPS-based location, time, and date.

Who is in charge of conducting the VDR's yearly performance test?

The maker or a person authorized by the manufacturer must conduct the yearly testing of VDR/S-VDR required by SOLAS rule V/20.

What is the difference between VDR and SVDR?

VDR (Voyage Data Recorder) and S-VDR (Simplified Voyage Data Recorder) are both devices used on ships to record data from various sensors and systems. VDR records more data than S-VDR and is mandatory for certain vessels, while S-VDR is a less complex and less expensive version of VDR required on other types of ships.

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VDR (Voyage Data Recorder) JCY-1900

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Compliant with the latest performance criteria

In addition to the revised Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) performance standards MSC.333(90) which came into force on 1 July 2014, in line with the revised EPIRB performance standards MSC.494(104) which came into force on 1 July 2022, JRC welcomes or as we say in Japan, yōkoso, to our fourth generation VDR model, the JCY-1900. Having been involved in VDR development from the very beginning in 2001, this latest revision in the performance standards has allowed JRC to re-think, develop and design its latest model with the standard attention to detail for performance, reliability and long term competitive cost of ownership.

The required ones by the new performance standards

• Equipped with two types of capsule of fixed and float-free type
• Recording of 48 hours in both capsule of fixed and float-free type
• Recording of 30 days/720 hours of recording control unit built-in media
• Image recording of two radars, one ECDIS
• Recording of AIS information
• Audio recording of the minimum 2 ch in main microphone and audio recording of independent minimum 1 ch in the external wing microphone.
• Recording independent of the microphone sound of the VHF call voice
• Recording of the electronic logbook, electronic inclinometer, Thruster and BAMS information *1

*1: Only when it is mounted on a ship.

System operation, on a 7-inch display

Newly designed for the JCY-1900 is the 7-inch color LCD touch display which allows full system operation. Displaying various VDR alerts with detailed information, see what sensors are connected including status, view the latest recorded image data of radar and ECDIS and playback of audio tracks recorded from microphones.

Playback, ideal for crew training

JRC includes intuitive playback-software *2 that incorporates real-time monitoring functionality on the user PC. The data acquired can be displayed in both graphical and numerical format. Standard CSV (Comma Separated Values) data conversion enables easy and efficient exchange of information to shore e.g. via email. In addition, the playback-software is an ideal tool for crew training. Its ease of use and the freedom to survey a range of scenarios enhances the user's navigation skills.

*2: Playback-software supports Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10.

Remote maintenance, closer to you than ever

The new JRC VDR has a dedicated server integrated as standard to support our JRC proprietary Remote Maintenance System (RMS) using IP-routing technology to monitor status of navigation and radio communication equipment onboard, via JRC's FB or GX Inmarsat satellite communications systems, to establish a highly secure connection data link to the vessel. This allows a cost-effective determination of the operating status, software version numbers installed, etc., of the JRC equipment onboard whilst the vessel is at sea. Being able to diagnose a problem remotely, accurately, reliably and quickly, allows the ship owner to save one of the most precious commodities, time. JRC can make preparations at the next port for the necessary repair work, dramatically increasing the return to work status, using our comprehensive and well-trained global support network.

Built, around our MFD

The JCY-1900 is built around our revolutionary new Multi Function Display (MFD) which functions as radar and/or ECDIS. The unit supports a LAN video input with a maximum of 6 video signals, which allows a straightforward and seamless integration of our MFD, supporting multiple radars and paperless sailing with dual ECDIS.

Naturally, connecting our previous generation radar/ECDIS equipment or other third party radar/ECDIS are also possible, although may require additional hardware.

No new S-VDR regulation, yet a new model

For Simplified Voyage Data Recorder (S-VDR), there will also be the new JCY-1950 *3 variant available with just one capsule, fixed or float free. JRC is a company founded on the principles of long term reliability and customer support and there are many ship owners sailing with older S-VDR makes and models that might no longer be supported. JRC views this as a duty to these owners to continue to offer an acceptable alternative solution *4 .

*3: Conforming to the S-VDR performance standards MSC.493(104), which is a revised EPIRB performance standards. *4: The type of capsule equipped as S-VDR may have limited by classification/Flag State. Please check in advance.

System diagram

The VDR can be connected to various navigation and communication equipment and sensors onboard a ship. JRC's straightforward configuration assures continuous performance of the VDR system.

• Recording Control Unit (JCY-1900) : NDV-1900
• Recording Control Unit (JCY-1950) : NDV-1950
• Operation Panel Unit (NCG-1900) : NCG-1900
• Operation Panel Unit (NCG-1950) : NCG-1950
• Fixed Protective Capsule Unit : NDH-338
• Float-free Capsule Unit : NDH-339B
• Microphone Unit : NVT-181
• Junction Box : NQE-7700A
• Playback software for the accident investigators : CYC-825
• Playback software for users : CYC-826
• Spare parts
• Waterproof Microphone Unit : NVT-182
• Digital Signal Converter (32 CH) : NCT-82
• Digital Signal Converter (64 CH) : NCT-83
• Data Acquisition Unit : NCT-84
• Analog to digital conversion board : CEF-60
• Frame Grabber Unit : NWP-69

If you want to retrofit as S-VDR, requires either one capsule of the fixed type or float-free type. Since there is a case where there is limit, the capsule of the type equipped as S-VDR, please check in advance to the classification/Flag State.

Operation panel unit [RoHS]

NCG-1900/1950 Mass : 800 g

Fixed capsule

NDH-338 Mass : 6.8 kg

Float free capsule unit [RoHS]

NDH-339B Mass : 5.4 kg

Recording control unit [RoHS]

NDV-1900/1950 Mass : 22.5 kg

Microphone [RoHS]

NVT-181 Mass : 200 g

Junction box [RoHS]

NQE-7700A Mass : 600 g

Waterproof microphone [RoHS]

NVT-182 Mass : 500 g

Digital signal convertor [RoHS]

NCT-82 Mass : 2.8 kg

NCT-83 Mass : 4.2 kg

Data acquisition unit [RoHS]

NCT-84 Mass : 4.3 kg

Frame grabber board [RoHS]

NWP-69 Mass : 1.5 kg

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Table of Contents

• Troubleshooting
• System Configuration
• Operating Procedure
• How to Turn the Power on then Record the Data
• How to Stop Recording
• Operation on Remote Alarm Panel
• Start Screen and Base Screen
• How to Adjust the Brilliance of the LCD and Keys
• Main Menu Overview
• How to Extract the Recorded Data to an External Media
• How to Record the Data to a USB Flash Memory
• How to Execute SAVE Function for Recorded Data (Only for VR-7000S)
• Brilliance Sharing Function
• What Is an Alert
• Alert Icons and Their Meanings
• How to Release the Fixed DRU
• How to Release the Capsule from the Bracket of the Float-Free DRU in Emergency Situation
• Maintenance
• General Maintenance and Cleaning
• Maintenance of the Float-Free DRU
• Notice for the Maintenance and Self Test
• Monthly Maintenance
• Normal Self Test
• Extended Self Test
• Annual Performance Test for the Float-Free DRU
• Shore-Based Maintenance (SBM)
• Annual Recertification
• Fuse Replacement
• Consumable Parts
• Verification of Recording Function of the Long Term Device
• General Troubleshooting
• Alert List for BAM Mode
• Alert List for Legacy Mode
• Remote Playback Function (Land-Ship Communication)
• Preparations
• Limitations and Notifications
• Recommended Network Construction
• Appx. 1 Menu Items
• Appx. 2 Parts List/Location
• Appx. 3 List of Terms and Abbreviations/Symbols
• Appx. 4 Playing Back Recorded Data
• Specifications

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• Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL VOYAGE DATA RECORDER (VDR) SIMPLIFIED VOYAGE DATA RECORDER (S-VDR) VR-7000/VR-7000S Model www.furuno.com...
• Page 2 ・FURUNO Authorized Distributor/Dealer 9-52 Ashihara-cho, Nishinomiya, 662-8580, JAPAN A : JUL 2014 Printed in Japan All rights reserved. R1 : JAN . 10, 2023 Pub. No. OME-44850-R1 (REFU ) VR-7000/7000S 0 0 0 1 9 7 2 0 4 1 5...
• Page 3 How to discard a used battery Some FURUNO products have a battery(ies). To see if your product has a battery, see the chapter on Maintenance. If a battery is used, tape the + and - terminals of the battery before disposal to pre- vent fire, heat generation caused by short circuit.
• Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Indicates a condition that can cause death or serious WARNING injury if not avoided. Indicates a condition that can cause minor or moderate CAUTION injury if not avoided. Warning, Caution Prohibitive Action Mandatory Action WARNING WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not disassemble the battery in Do not open the equipment.
• Page 5 WARNING LABELS Warning labels are attached to the DCU. Do not remove the labels. If the label is missing or damaged, contact a FURUNO agent or dealer about replacement. WARNING To avoid electrical shock, do not remove cover.

Page 6: Table Of Contents

• Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS APPX. 1 MENU ITEMS.....................AP-1 APPX. 2 PARTS LIST/LOCATION ................AP-2 APPX. 3 LIST OF TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS/SYMBOLS ......AP-5 APPX. 4 PLAYING BACK RECORDED DATA ............AP-7 SPECIFICATIONS ..................... SP-1...

Page 8: Foreword

• Page 9 • Compatible with remote maintenance. • Recorded data can be analyzed and monitored on shore. • Software updating from a PC connected to Ethernet. • Long term device for storage (VR-7000: 720 hours recording, VR-7000S: 48 hours recording) and retrieval of data. Program No.

Page 10: System Configuration

Page 11: operation.

• Page 12 • IEC sentences: when received • Analog and digital data: every second For VR-7000, you can select one or two 512-GB SSD(s) as internal long term de- vice(s). When selecting one SSD, you can add another one using an optional SSD kit later.
• Page 13 1. OPERATION Data items to be recorded Note: If the sensor data is input to the DCU through an external unit (sensor adapter, junction box, etc.), the input of the sensor data is delayed because of the communica- tion lag between the DCU and external unit. Date and time: Date and time are obtained from an external GPS navigator refer- enced to UTC.
• Page 14 1. OPERATION ship’s mark and position (latitude and longitude), course, speed, voyage plan, and oth- er essential navigational indications are included in the recorded ECDIS image. One complete picture frame is captured at intervals of 15 s. Scanning may be interlaced or non-interlaced.

Page 15: Operating Procedure

Page 16: how to stop recording, page 17: controls, page 18: main menu overview.

• Page 19 1. OPERATION [Sensor(LAN) Monitor] You can monitor the sensor information input to the LAN channels. ◄ ► Sensor ( LAN ) Channel Select 1 ( LN01 - LN30 ) LN01:GPS LN11:XXXXX LN21:XXXXX To shift the page, LN02:XXXXX LN12:XXXXX LN22:XXXXX use the cursorpad LN03:XXXXX LN13:XXXXX LN23:XXXXX...
• Page 20 1. OPERATION [Digital Monitor] You can monitor the sensor information input to the digital channels (DC001 to DC640). ◄ ► 1 ( DC001 - DC032 ) ital Monitor DC017: 1 DC001: 1 DC009: 1 DC025: - DC002: 1 DC010: 1 DC018: 1 DC026: - To switch the channel,...
• Page 21 1. OPERATION [Life Parts List] You can check the lifetimes of the parts. ◄ ► Life Parts List 1/ 1 e No. Status Date When there 2014/08 VR-7020 Acoustic B are multiple VR-7024F HRU 2014/08 pages, use VR-7024F Battery M 2014/08 the cursorpad VR-7010 Battery...

Page 22: How To Extract The Recorded Data To An External Media

• Page 23 1. OPERATION Note 1: This function is not available for a Fixed DRU. Note 2: Do not select [Float DRU] unless you can not extract the data from the long term device(s). After selecting the data source, the following menu appears. Extract Mode Select Target Date and Time Specify Extract Period Select...
• Page 24 1. OPERATION • [Extract Period Select] is selected at step 5 The setting window as shown to the fight appears. Use Period Select the cursorpad ( or ) to set the extraction time* (1 to 12 hour(s)) then press the ENT key. ▲...

Page 25: How To Record The Data To A Usb Flash Memory

Page 26: brilliance sharing function, page 27: alerts, page 28: alert list, page 29: alert icons and their meanings.

• Page 30 1. OPERATION and foreign materials from entering into the gap between the capsule and bracket. Af- ter you release the capsule, apply the specified silicone grease (type:100946, code no.: 001-365-040) to the capsule before reattaching it (see page 2-3). 1. Release the safety clip and remove the cover of the bracket. Safety clip Cover 2.
• Page 31 1. OPERATION 5. When the satellite EPIRB has stopped its operation or there is not a satellite EPIRB on a life raft, tie the towing rope of the capsule of the Float-free DRU to the life raft and float the capsule on the sea. The capsule of the Float-free DRU activates and transmits 406 MHz signal for lo- cating the position of the capsule,121.5 MHz signal for homing and AIS messages (VR-7024F only) for at least 168 hours.
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Page 33: Maintenance

Page 34: maintenance of the float-free dru.

• Page 35 2. MAINTENANCE • The capsule transmits 406 MHz test signal. This signal does not initiate search and rescue operations because the satellites recognize it as a test signal. However, do not do the self test more than necessary. • The capsule transmits 121.5 MHz homing signal in the self test. Aircrafts receive this homing signal.

Page 36: Monthly Maintenance

• Page 37 2. MAINTENANCE Maintenance point Result Inside the bracket Confirm that the stopper at the bottom of the capsule is not damaged, and there is no crack on the groove. The stopper secures the battery case and storage module to the capsule. There is a groove on the stopper.

Page 38: Normal Self Test

• Page 39 2. MAINTENANCE Self test procedure for the VR-7024F 1. Remove the capsule from the bracket. 2. Move the switch to the test position and hold until the test indicator lights. Test sequence 1) The test indicator goes off briefly every time a signal is transmitted.

Page 40: Extended Self Test

• Page 41 2. MAINTENANCE Extended self test procedure for VR-7024F To perform the extended self test, do the following steps within a period of 3 seconds: 1. Remove the capsule from the bracket. 2. Move the switch to the test position. 3. Release to middle position. 4.

Page 42: Annual Performance Test For The Float-Free Dru

Page 43: annual recertification, page 44: fuse replacement, page 45: consumable parts.

• Page 46 2. MAINTENANCE Self test 1. Open the test menu. 2. Use the cursorpad ( or ) to select [Self Test] then press the ENT key. Self Test RAM: Connection : CPU Main : 2450103-01.XX CPU Boot : 2450108-01.XX Push [ MENU/ESC ] 3 time to exit Note: The self test screen closes automatically when there is no menu operation for 60 seconds.

Page 47: Verification Of Recording Function Of The Long Term Device

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Page 49: Troubleshooting

• Page 50 3. TROUBLESHOOTING Alert ID, Priority & Alert Title Alert Message instance ID Category 3003, 1 Lost DCU Restart the VDR. Caution (Lost RAP) Cat: B Meaning: Connection between DCU and RAP is lost. On the RAP, “Lost DCU” ap- pears. Remedy: Check the connection with RAP, then restart the VDR.
• Page 51 3. TROUBLESHOOTING Alert ID, Priority & Alert Title Alert Message instance ID Category 412218, 1 Fail MIC Test Contact your dealer. Caution Cat: B Meaning: This alert is issued when the microphone test fails. The microphone test is run every 12 hours during normal operation. Remedy: Contact your dealer to check the equipment.
• Page 52 3. TROUBLESHOOTING BAM mode indications The following indications are shown in the BAM mode. The indications have no cate- gory and priority, are not output as ALF sentences. Note: Indications also appear on the alert list. Title Description Action 412026, 1 GPS Large Time This indicates that the time dif- Restart the DCU with the GPS...
• Page 53 3. TROUBLESHOOTING Title Description Action 412181, 1 FixedDRU Setting De- Fixed DRU information is read, Contact your dealer. fect even though settings are not complete. 412182, 1 FloatDRU Setting De- Float DRU information is read, fect even though settings are not complete.
• Page 54 FloatDRU Memory Data cannot be recorded more Shortage than 48 hours. 412523, 1 LongTermDevice • VR-7000: Data cannot be re- Memory Shortage corded more than “720 hours + used hours in SAVE ar- eas”. • VR-7000S: Data cannot be recorded more than “48 hours + used hours in SAVE areas”.
• Page 55 3. TROUBLESHOOTING Title Description Action 412525, 1 Sensor(LAN) Buffer Serial, analog and digital data If the error re-occurs, contact Overflow from Sensor Adapter are not re- your dealer. corded to Fixed DRU, Float-free DRU and Long Term Device. 412527, 1 Image(LAN) Buffer Image data from RADAR/EC- Overflow...

Page 56: Alert List For Legacy Mode

• Page 57 3. TROUBLESHOOTING Alert no. Alert name Description Action 412177 FloatDRU is stopped The data cannot be recorded to Confirm that the capsule is from recovering the Float-free DRU more than seated in the bracket correct- ten minutes. ly, then restart VDR. To restart the VDR, open the DCU door with its key and turn on the AC and BATTERY switches on...
• Page 58 3. TROUBLESHOOTING Alert no. Alert name Description Action 412431 Serial Buffer Overflow Serial data from DCU serial Restart VDR. To restart the channel (1 - 8 ch) are not re- VDR, open the DCU door with corded to Fixed DRU, Float-free its key and turn on the AC and DRU and Long Term Device.
• Page 59 FloatDRU Memory Data cannot be recorded more Shortage than 48 hours. 412523 LongTermDevice • VR-7000: Data cannot be re- Memory Shortage corded more than “720 hours + used hours in SAVE ar- eas”. • VR-7000S: Data cannot be recorded more than “48 hours + used hours in SAVE areas”.
• Page 60 3. TROUBLESHOOTING Alert no. Alert name Description Action 412524 UserDisk Memory Data cannot be recorded more Contact your dealer. Shortage than setting hours. 412525 Sensor(LAN) Buffer Serial, analog and digital data If the error re-occurs, contact Overflow from Sensor Adapter are not re- your dealer.
• Page 61 3. TROUBLESHOOTING Alert no. Alert name Description Action 4128xx No yy No. xx serial channel has not Check the equipment name (xx: 01 - 16) (yy: Equipment name) received correct format data on the RAP and confirm that from a connected serial device the applicable sensor is oper- (xx: 01 - 16).
• Page 62 3. TROUBLESHOOTING This page is intentionally left blank. 3-14...

Page 63: Remote Playback Function (Land-Ship Communication)

Page 64: recommended network construction, page 65: appx. 1 menu items, page 66: appx. 2 parts list/location.

• Page 67 APPX. 2 PARTS LIST/LOCATION Parts location Data Collecting Unit (VR-7010) 24P0135/24P0148 ADP-586-31/ ADP-216-01 24P0141/24P0149 24P0137 24P0138 24P0137A Baterry switch AC switch 24P0133 AC power connector One set (12 pcs.) of batteries 24P0134 AUDIO AC fuse Battery fuse Video LAN Converter (IF-7100) 24P0132 Fuse Remote Alarm Panel (VR-7017)
• Page 68 APPX. 2 PARTS LIST/LOCATION Microphone (VR-7011), Waterproof Microphone (VR-7012W) 24P0136 VR-7012W VR-7011 Sensor Adapter (MC-3000S) Fuse 24P0114 MC-CS AP-4...

Page 69: Appx. 3 List Of Terms And Abbreviations/Symbols

• Page 70 APPX. 3 LIST OF TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS/SYMBOLS Alert icons Icon Alert state Visual Indication Audible alert Alert priority: Warning (Legacy mode only) Not acknowledged/ Yellow-orange, flashing 2 short, audible alerts repeated every Not rectified 60 seconds. Not acknowledged/ Yellow-orange, flashing Silent Not rectified, Buzzer temporarily...

Page 71: Appx. 4 Playing Back Recorded Data

Page 72: specifications.

• Page 73 FURUNO VR-7000/7000S Operating life Minimum 168 hrs at -20°C Release mechanism Hydrostatic release unit (released at water depth 4 m) Supported GNSS constellations GPS (VR-7021F), GPS, GLONASS, Galileo (VR-7024F) COSPAS-SARSAT Transmitter Frequency 406.037 MHz ± 2 ppm (VR-7021F), 406.031 MHz (VR-7024F)
• Page 74 RrUdP IGMP Version 1 Other Network Function (except IEC61162-450) HTTP; *.*.*.*:80 VR-7000 replies on PC’s ARP command and ping command Live player, Maintenance viewer - UDP multicast: 239.255.0.1 Port: 20001-20004, 21001-21004, 22001-22007, 23001-23007 27001-27010, 28001-28010 - TCP: *.*.*.*, Port: 20, 21, 10106, 24001, 24004 Note: Traffic’s effect has little to transfer for 2.3 Mbps in average and 3.3 Mbps maximum.
• Page 75 FURUNO VR-7000/7000S Number of channels for picture recording Device IEC61162-450 JPEG Video LAN converter IEC61162-450 PNG Quality ≥ 50 Quality < 50 Fixed/ float-free DRU or UXGA: 2ch + full-HD: 1ch, long term device (single) Total 3ch Long term device (dual)

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Details from the moments leading up to the devastating Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse were discovered in the cargo ship's "black box" voyage data recorder (VDR) as the pilot tried to alert authorities to the oncoming disaster.

The Dali, a 984-foot Singapore-flagged vessel, reportedly lost power while transitioning out of Baltimore Harbor and struck the bridge at about 1:27 a.m. Tuesday, the National Transportation Safety Board said. The bridge, a nearly 2-mile critical artery in East Coast shipping, crashed into the Patapsco River within seconds.

Local, state, and federal officials established a Unified Command in response to the collapse. On Thursday, the command announced it had paused dive operations and vehicle recovery due to hazardous conditions in the river from the wreckage.

The 22-member crew of the Dali has remained on board since the crash, Coast Guard spokesperson Cynthia Oldham previously told USA TODAY. No one on the ship was injured. Eight construction workers were fixing potholes on the bridge when it collapsed. Two of them survived, and the others are presumed dead.

Some experts estimate the bridge will take two years to rebuild and cost at least $350 million, depending on the condition of the structure's foundation underwater. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said Thursday the first $60 million in federal funds for emergency work has been approved.

Minutes leading up to bridge collapse

On Tuesday, the Coast Guard recovered the audio and provided it to NTSB officials, investigator Marcel Muise said in a news conference Wednesday night. Roughly six hours of VDR data was provided to NTSB from midnight to 6 a.m. Tuesday, Muise said, and a group of experts will conduct an in-depth analysis of the audio, which was not publicly released.

The timeline provided by federal officials provides the most detailed account yet of the moments leading up to the disaster and will be the focus for investigators as they try to understand what caused the tragedy — and how it could be prevented:

• Muise said several alarms were heard on the recording just before 1:25 a.m., followed about a minute later by steering commands and rudder orders.
• At 1:26:39 a.m., the pilot on duty made a radio call for assistance to tug boats in the area, and 45 seconds later ordered the port anchor dropped.
• At 1:27:25 a.m., the pilot said on a radio call that Dali had lost power and was nearing the bridge. Around that same time, the officer on duty for the Maryland Transportation Authority told officers who were at both ends of the bridge for the road repairs to close traffic, which likely saved lives.
• At 1:29:33 a.m., as the powerless Dali was drifting at 8 mph, the VDR recorded "sounds consistent with the collision of the bridge," Muise said. Six seconds later, the pilot reported to the Coast Guard that the bridge was down.

NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy noted the ship’s VDR is a basic system compared to an aircraft’s black box, providing only a "snapshot of the major systems on a vessel." She said the agency has long wanted more information to be recorded.

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• Interface for Operational Performance Test
• Built-in graphical color TFT LCD display

• Built-in buzzer for self-test
• Built-in amplifier and filters
• Powered from Data Acquisition Unit

• IP66 water resistant

• 8 inputs for serial data (IEC 61162-1, IEC 61162-2, Modbus)
• 8 or 16 inputs for analog data
• 64 inputs for digital data
• 1 free slot (modular version)

• 8 inputs for serial data (IEC 61162-1, IEC 61162-2, Modbus) (serial version)
• 8 inputs for analog data (analog version)
• 24 inputs for digital data (digital version)
• Powered from Data Acquisition Unit or locally
• Can be daisy chained
• Can operate as standalone equipment
• Support for SWAP technology™

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• 2 inputs for video recording
• RGBHV (analog version)
• DVI-D / DVI-A (digital version)

• 4 / 8 inputs for bridge audio and VHF

• Up to 18 months of recording time
• Marine approved (IEC 60945)
• 512GB, 1TB, 3.8TB or 7.6TB SSD
• Also available in 2x3.8TB or 2x7.6TB RAID 1 configurations
• Ethernet (1000BASE-T) interface
• AC power (110-230V, 50-60Hz) through AC adaptor

• 5 x Ethernet (1000BASE-T) ports
• 1 x RS-422 serial interface
• 1 x digital input
• IEC 60945 protected
• 1000 max no. of tags
• Built-in motion-tracking sensor
• USB port for future applications
• 12-24V DC power input
• Normal or Extended Access operating modes
• DIN rail mountable or standalone

• 8 x Ethernet (1000BASE-T) ports
• 10.000 max no. of tags
• Application hosting

• Reduces installation time by facilitating replacement of existing equipment regardless of make or model
• Pre-drilled universal adaptor plates and mounting brackets
• Serial, digital and analog interfaces
• Existing cabling can typically be reused
• Software tool for conversion of old configuration files

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