IEC 61996-1:2013

Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems - Shipborne voyage data recorder (VDR) - Part 1: Performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results

IEC 61996-1:2013 specifies the minimum performance requirements, technical characteristics, methods of testing and required test results, for shipborne voyage data recorder (VDR) installations as required by Chapter V of the International Convention for Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), as amended. It takes account of IMO resolution A.694(17) and is associated with IEC 60945. When a requirement in this standard is different from IEC 60945, the requirement in this standard takes precedence. This standard incorporates the applicable parts of the performance standards included in IMO Resolution MSC.333(90). This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition.
a) The description of the protective capsule in 4.3.4 has been changed in line with the requirements of the new IMO performance standards given in Resolution MSC.333(90) which now require a final recording medium comprising three parts; fixed, float-free and long-term.
b) A new requirement for a performance test has been added in 4.3.6.
c) Further data items to be recorded have been added to 4.6 for ECDIS, AIS, rolling motion and electronic logbooks.
d) Clause 5 contains new technical requirements for configuration data, operational performance test and bridge alert management system. In addition, further technical requirements have been added to 5.6 for bridge audio and to 5.8 for radar and ECDIS images.
e) References to "alarm" requirements in the previous edition have been substituted by references to "cautions" in line with current IMO recommendations. The test methods in Clause 6 have been updated to reflect the new requirements.
f) New Annexes E, F and G concerning protocols for interfacing images using a Local Area Network have been added.
The contents of the corrigendum of February 2014 have been included in this copy.

Matériels et systèmes de navigation et de radiocommunication maritimes - Enregistreur de données de navigation embarqué (VDR) - Partie 1: Exigences de fonctionnement, méthodes d'essai et résultats d'essai exigés

L'IEC 61996-1:2013 spécifie les exigences de performance, caractéristiques techniques et méthodes d'essai minimales ainsi que les résultats d'essai exigés pour les enregistreurs des données du voyage (VDR) de bord, comme exigé par le Chapitre V de la Convention internationale pour la sauvegarde de la vie humaine en mer (SOLAS – International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea) telle qu'amendée. Elle prend en compte la Résolution A.694(17) de l'OMI et est associée à l'IEC 60945. Lorsqu'une exigence de la présente norme diverge de l'IEC 60945, l'exigence de la présente norme prévaut.
La présente norme incorpore les parties applicables des normes de fonctionnement incluses dans la Résolution MSC.333(90) de l'OMI.
Cette édition inclut les modifications techniques majeures suivantes par rapport à l'édition précédente:
a) La description de la capsule de protection en 4.3.4 a été modifiée conformément aux exigences des nouvelles normes de fonctionnement de l'OMI données dans la Résolution MSC.333(90) qui exigent maintenant un support d'enregistrement final composé de trois parties; fixe, flottante et à long terme.
b) Une nouvelle exigence pour un essai de fonctionnement a été ajoutée en 4.3.6.
c) D'autres éléments de données à enregistrer ont été ajoutés à 4.6 pour l'ECDIS, l'AIS, le mouvement de roulis et les journaux de bord électroniques.
d) L'Article 5 contient de nouvelles exigences techniques relatives aux données de configuration, à l'essai de fonctionnement opérationnel et au système de gestion des alertes à la passerelle. De plus, d'autres exigences techniques ont été ajoutées en 5.6 pour l'audio de la passerelle et en 5.8 pour les images radar et d'ECDIS.
e) Les références aux exigences en matière d'"alarme" dans l'édition précédente ont été remplacées par des références aux "précautions" conformément aux recommandations de l'OMI. Les méthodes d'essai dans l'Article 6 ont été mises à jour pour refléter les nouvelles exigences.
f) Les nouvelles Annexes E, F et G concernant les protocoles d'interfaçage des images à l'aide d'un réseau local ont été ajoutées.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 19-May-2021
• ICS: 01 - GENERALITIES. TERMINOLOGY. STANDARDIZATION. DOCUMENTATION
• ICS: 47.020.70 - Navigation and control equipment
• Technical Committee: TC 80 - Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems
• Drafting Committee: MT 6 - TC 80/MT 6
• Current Stage: PPUB - Publication issued
• Start Date: 15-Jun-2013
• Completion Date: 23-May-2013

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• Amended By: IEC 61996-1:2013/AMD1:2021 - Amendment 1 - Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems - Shipborne voyage data recorder (VDR) - Part 1: Performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023
• Corrected By: IEC 61996-1:2013/COR1:2014 - Corrigendum 1 - Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems - Shipborne voyage data recorder (VDR) - Part 1: Performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023
• Revises: IEC 61996-1:2007 - Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems - Shipborne voyage data recorder (VDR) - Part 1: Voyage data recorder (VDR) - Performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 6
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 8
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations . 9
3.1 Terms and definitions . 9
3.2 Abbreviations . 12
4 Performance requirements . 12
4.1 General . 12
4.2 Purpose . 12
4.3 Operational requirements . 12
4.3.1 Design and construction . 12
4.3.2 Maintenance of sequential records . 13
4.3.3 Co-relation in date and time . 13
4.3.4 Final recording medium . 13
4.3.5 Interfaces . 14
4.3.6 Performance test . 15
4.4 Data selection and security . 15
4.4.1 Selection of data items . 15
4.4.2 Configuration data . 15
4.4.3 Resistance to tampering . 16
4.4.4 Recording integrity . 16
4.5 Operation . 17
4.5.1 Recording and saving of data . 17
4.5.2 Power source . 17
4.5.3 Dedicated reserve power source . 17
4.5.4 Recording period and duration . 17
4.6 Data items to be recorded . 17
4.6.1 Date and time . 17
4.6.2 Ship’s position . 18
4.6.3 Speed . 18
4.6.4 Heading . 18
4.6.5 Bridge audio . 18
4.6.6 Communications audio . 18
4.6.7 Radar data – post-display selection . 18
4.6.8 ECDIS . 19
4.6.9 Echo sounder . 19
4.6.10 Main alarms . 19
4.6.11 Rudder order and response . 19
4.6.12 Engine and thruster order and response . 19
4.6.13 Hull openings (doors) status . 19
4.6.14 Watertight and fire door status . 20
4.6.15 Accelerations and hull stresses . 20
4.6.16 Wind speed and direction . 20
4.6.17 AIS . 20
4.6.18 Rolling motion . 20
4.6.19 Configuration data . 20
4.6.20 Electronic logbook . 20

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5 Technical characteristics . 21
5.1 Co-relation in date and time . 21
5.2 Particular design requirements for the final recording medium . 21
5.2.1 Fixed protective capsule . 21
5.2.2 Float-free capsule . 21
5.2.3 Long-term recording medium . 21
5.3 Location beacons. 22
5.3.1 Fixed protective capsule . 22
5.3.2 Float-free capsule . 22
5.4 Survivability of recorded data . 22
5.4.1 Long-term retention . 22
5.4.2 Physical protection . 22
5.5 Information to be included in the manufacturer’s documentation . 23
5.5.1 Installation guidelines. 23
5.5.2 Operation and maintenance manual . 24
5.5.3 Information for use by an investigation authority . 24
5.6 Bridge audio specifications . 24
5.6.1 Input interface . 24
5.6.2 Reference signal . 24
5.6.3 Audio frequency response . 25
5.6.4 Quality index . 25
5.6.5 Signal noise level – Signal to noise and distortion . 25
5.6.6 Ability to handle complex signals . 25
5.6.7 Suppression of low frequency out band noise . 26
5.6.8 Microphones . 26
5.7 Communications audio. 26
5.7.1 Input interfaces . 26
5.7.2 Reference signal . 26
5.7.3 Audio frequency response . 26
5.7.4 Quality index . 26
5.7.5 Audio noise level – Signal to no signal . 27
5.7.6 Signal noise level – Signal to noise and distortion (SINAD) . 27
5.8 Screen image capture . 27
5.8.1 Input interface . 27
5.8.2 Image outputs . 28
5.9 Radar data – Post-display selection . 28
5.10 ECDIS data . 28
5.11 Configuration data . 29
5.11.1 Distribution of data in final recording media . 29
5.11.2 Protection . 29
5.11.3 Synchronisation of sensor and configuration data . 29
5.12 Operational performance test . 29
5.13 Bridge alert management system . 29
6 Methods of testing and required test results . 29
6.1 General . 29
6.1.1 Test setup . 29
6.1.2 Download and playback equipment . 30
6.1.3 Sequence of tests . 31
6.1.4 Requirements to be checked by inspection only . 31

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6.1.5 Environmental test conditions for normal operation . 31
6.1.6 Recording duration . 32
6.1.7 Reserve power source . 32
6.1.8 Recharging of reserve source of power .
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 6
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 8
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations . 9
3.1 Terms and definitions . 9
3.2 Abbreviations . 12
4 Performance requirements. 12
4.1 General . 12
4.2 Purpose . 12
4.3 Operational requirements . 12
4.3.1 Design and construction . 12
4.3.2 Maintenance of sequential records . 13
4.3.3 Co-relation in date and time . 13
4.3.4 Final recording medium . 13
4.3.5 Interfaces . 14
4.3.6 Performance test . 15
4.4 Data selection and security . 15
4.4.1 Selection of data items . 15
4.4.2 Configuration data . 15
4.4.3 Resistance to tampering . 16
4.4.4 Recording integrity . 16
4.5 Operation . 17
4.5.1 Recording and saving of data . 17
4.5.2 Power source . 17
4.5.3 Dedicated reserve power source . 17
4.5.4 Recording period and duration . 17
4.6 Data items to be recorded . 17
4.6.1 Date and time . 17
4.6.2 Ship’s position . 18
4.6.3 Speed . 18
4.6.4 Heading . 18
4.6.5 Bridge audio . 18
4.6.6 Communications audio . 18
4.6.7 Radar data – post-display selection . 18
4.6.8 ECDIS . 19
4.6.9 Echo sounder . 19
4.6.10 Main alarms . 19
4.6.11 Rudder order and response . 19
4.6.12 Engine and thruster order and response . 19
4.6.13 Hull openings (doors) status . 19
4.6.14 Watertight and fire door status . 19
4.6.15 Accelerations and hull stresses . 20
4.6.16 Wind speed and direction . 20
4.6.17 AIS . 20
4.6.18 Rolling motion. 20
4.6.19 Configuration data . 20

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4.6.20 Electronic logbook . 20
5 Technical characteristics . 20
5.1 Co-relation in date and time . 20
5.2 Particular design requirements for the final recording medium . 21
5.2.1 Fixed protective capsule . 21
5.2.2 Float-free capsule . 21
5.2.3 Long-term recording medium . 21
5.3 Location beacons . 21
5.3.1 Fixed protective capsule . 21
5.3.2 Float-free capsule . 22
5.4 Survivability of recorded data . 22
5.4.1 Long-term retention . 22
5.4.2 Physical protection . 22
5.5 Information to be included in the manufacturer’s documentation . 23
5.5.1 Installation guidelines . 23
5.5.2 Operation and maintenance manual . 23
5.5.3 Information for use by an investigation authority . 24
5.6 Bridge audio specifications . 24
5.6.1 Input interface . 24
5.6.2 Reference signal. 24
5.6.3 Audio frequency response . 24
5.6.4 Quality index . 24
5.6.5 Signal noise level – Signal to noise and distortion . 25
5.6.6 Ability to handle complex signals . 25
5.6.7 Suppression of low frequency out band noise . 25
5.6.8 Microphones . 25
5.7 Communications audio . 26
5.7.1 Input interfaces . 26
5.7.2 Reference signal. 26
5.7.3 Audio frequency response . 26
5.7.4 Quality index . 26
5.7.5 Audio noise level – Signal to no signal . 26
5.7.6 Signal noise level – Signal to noise and distortion (SINAD) . 26
5.8 Screen image capture . 27
5.8.1 Input interface . 27
5.8.2 Image outputs . 27
5.9 Radar data – Post-display selection . 28
5.10 ECDIS data . 28
5.11 Configuration data . 28
5.11.1 Distribution of data in final recording media . 28
5.11.2 Protection . 28
5.11.3 Synchronisation of sensor and configuration data . 28
5.12 Operational performance test . 29
5.13 Bridge alert management system . 29
6 Methods of testing and required test results . 29
6.1 General . 29
6.1.1 Test setup
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Enregistreur de données de navigation embarqué (VDR) –

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 6
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 8
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations . 9
3.1 Terms and definitions . 9
3.2 Abbreviations . 12
4 Performance requirements . 12
4.1 General . 12
4.2 Purpose . 12
4.3 Operational requirements . 12
4.3.1 Design and construction . 12
4.3.2 Maintenance of sequential records . 13
4.3.3 Co-relation in date and time . 13
4.3.4 Final recording medium . 13
4.3.5 Interfaces . 14
4.3.6 Performance test . 15
4.4 Data selection and security . 15
4.4.1 Selection of data items . 15
4.4.2 Configuration data. 15
4.4.3 Resistance to tampering. 16
4.4.4 Recording integrity . 16
4.5 Operation . 17
4.5.1 Recording and saving of data . 17
4.5.2 Power source . 17
4.5.3 Dedicated reserve power source . 17
4.5.4 Recording period and duration . 17
4.6 Data items to be recorded . 17
4.6.1 Date and time . 17
4.6.2 Ship’s position . 18
4.6.3 Speed . 18
4.6.4 Heading . 18
4.6.5 Bridge audio . 18
4.6.6 Communications audio . 18
4.6.7 Radar data – post-display selection . 18
4.6.8 ECDIS . 19
4.6.9 Echo sounder . 19
4.6.10 Main alarms . 19
4.6.11 Rudder order and response . 19
4.6.12 Engine and thruster order and response . 19
4.6.13 Hull openings (doors) status . 19
4.6.14 Watertight and fire door status . 20
4.6.15 Accelerations and hull stresses . 20
4.6.16 Wind speed and direction . 20
4.6.17 AIS . 20
4.6.18 Rolling motion . 20
4.6.19 Configuration data. 20

4.6.20 Electronic logbook . 20
5 Technical characteristics . 21
5.1 Co-relation in date and time. 21
5.2 Particular design requirements for the final recording medium . 21
5.2.1 Fixed protective capsule . 21
5.2.2 Float-free capsule . 21
5.2.3 Long-term recording medium . 21
5.3 Location beacons . 22
5.3.1 Fixed protective capsule . 22
5.3.2 Float-free capsule . 22
5.4 Survivability of recorded data . 22
5.4.1 Long-term retention . 22
5.4.2 Physical protection . 22
5.5 Information to be included in the manufacturer’s documentation . 23
5.5.1 Installation guidelines . 23
5.5.2 Operation and maintenance manual . 23
5.5.3 Information for use by an investigation authority . 24
5.6 Bridge audio specifications . 24
5.6.1 Input interface .
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IEC 61996-1 ®
Edition 2.1 2021-05
CONSOLIDATED VERSION
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
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Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems –
Shipborne voyage data recorder (VDR) –
Part 1: Performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results
Matériels et systèmes de navigation et de radiocommunication maritimes –
Enregistreur de données de navigation embarqué (VDR) –
Partie 1: Exigences de fonctionnement, méthodes d'essai et résultats d'essai
exigés
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
INTERNATIONALE
ICS 47.020.70 ISBN 978-2-8322-5078-5

IEC 61996-1 ®
Edition 2.1 2021-05
CONSOLIDATED VERSION
REDLINE VERSION
VERSION REDLINE
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inside
Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems –
Shipborne voyage data recorder (VDR) –
Part 1: Performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results

Matériels et systèmes de navigation et de radiocommunication maritimes –
Enregistreur de données de navigation embarqué (VDR) –
Partie 1: Exigences de fonctionnement, méthodes d'essai et résultats d'essai
exigés
– 2 – IEC 61996-1:2013+AMD1:2021 CSV
© IEC 2021
CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 6
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 8
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations . 9
3.1 Terms and definitions . 9
3.2 Abbreviations . 12
4 Performance requirements. 12
4.1 General . 12
4.2 Purpose . 12
4.3 Operational requirements . 12
4.3.1 Design and construction . 12
4.3.2 Maintenance of sequential records . 13
4.3.3 Co-relation in date and time . 13
4.3.4 Final recording medium . 13
4.3.5 Interfaces . 14
4.3.6 Performance test . 15
4.4 Data selection and security . 15
4.4.1 Selection of data items . 15
4.4.2 Configuration data . 15
4.4.3 Resistance to tampering . 16
4.4.4 Recording integrity . 16
4.5 Operation . 17
4.5.1 Recording and saving of data . 17
4.5.2 Power source . 17
4.5.3 Dedicated reserve power source . 17
4.5.4 Recording period and duration . 17
4.6 Data items to be recorded . 17
4.6.1 Date and time . 17
4.6.2 Ship’s position . 18
4.6.3 Speed . 18
4.6.4 Heading . 18
4.6.5 Bridge audio . 18
4.6.6 Communications audio . 18
4.6.7 Radar data – post-display selection . 18
4.6.8 ECDIS . 19
4.6.9 Echo sounder . 19
4.6.10 Main alarms . 19
4.6.11 Rudder order and response . 19
4.6.12 Engine and thruster order and response . 19
4.6.13 Hull openings (doors) status . 19
4.6.14 Watertight and fire door status . 19
4.6.15 Accelerations and hull stresses . 20
4.6.16 Wind speed and direction . 20
4.6.17 AIS . 20
4.6.18 Rolling motion. 20
4.6.19 Configuration data . 20

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4.6.20 Electronic logbook . 20
5 Technical characteristics . 20
5.1 Co-relation in date and time . 20
5.2 Particular design requirements for the final recording medium . 21
5.2.1 Fixed protective capsule . 21
5.2.2 Float-free capsule . 21
5.2.3 Long-term recording medium . 21
5.3 Location beacons . 21
5.3.1 Fixed protective capsule . 21
5.3.2 Float-free capsule . 22
5.4 Survivability of recorded data . 22
5.4.1 Long-term retention . 22
5.4.2 Physical protection . 22
5.5 Information to be included in the manufacturer’s documentation . 23
5.5.1 Installation guidelines . 23
5.5.2 Operation and maintenance manual . 23
5.5.3 Information for use by an investigation authority . 24
5.6 Bridge audio specifications . 24
5.6.1 Input interface . 24
5.6.2 Reference signal.
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