Transas AIS reset MMSI

[Stift5000]

Hi.
I have just bought a Transas M4-N class B AIS transponder.
My problem is that it's programmed with a demo MMSI number.
How do I change it or make a factory reset?

regards, Steffen

[hjohnson]

With most of these, you’ll have to send it back to the manufacturer to reset it. This is part of the licensing requirements for non-military AIS transponders.

[TheOffice]

Download ProAIS2 to a laptop. Connect to the unit and reprogram.

[Stift5000]

Originally Posted by TheOffice

Download ProAIS2 to a laptop. Connect to the unit and reprogram.

I have already installed ProAIS2 and tried a reset PSRT sentence I got from google, but it's not working. So I'm looking for an other solution. A working PSRT sentence or resetter program.

[TheOffice]

With my SiTek unit, I connected everything, launched the software, pressed the CONNECT button and was then able to edit anything I wanted. Saved it. Done. Don't know about your reset script.

[Stift5000]

I can change everything but the MMSI number.
@TheOffice are you also using ProAIS2?

[TheOffice]

I am. Sorry it didn't work for you.

[BobHorn]

I have ProAIS2 also, Sitex AIS and it will not change the MMSI number. Don't think it's legal for the user to change it.

[Paul L]

End user programming of tge MMSI is illegal in the US.

47 CFR § 80.231 - Technical Requirements for Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) equipment.
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§ 80.231 Technical Requirements for Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) equipment.
(a) Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) equipment must meet the technical requirements of IEC 62287-1 (incorporated by reference, see § 80.7).

(b) In addition to the labels or other identifying information required under §§ 2.925 and 2.926 of this chapter, each Class B AIS device shall include a conspicuous label that includes: Instructions on how to accurately enter into the device and confirm static data pertaining to the vessel in which the device is or will be installed; and the following statement: “WARNING: It is a violation of the rules of the Federal Communications Commission to input an MMSI that has not been properly assigned to the end user, or to otherwise input any inaccurate data in this device.” Instructions on how to accurately enter and confirm static data in the device shall also be included in the user's manual for the device. The entry of static data into a Class B AIS device shall be performed by the vendor of the device or by an appropriately qualified person in the business of installing marine communications equipment on board vessels. In no event shall the entry of static data into a Class B AIS device be performed by the user of the device or the licensee of a ship station using the device. Knowingly programming a Class B AIS device with inaccurate static data, or causing a Class B AIS device to be programmed with inaccurate static data, is prohibited.