SIST EN 61209:2004

Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems - Integrated bridge systems (IBS) - Operational and performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results

Specifies the minimum requirements for the design, manufacture, integration and testing of integrated bridge systems to comply with the relevant IMO resolutions and IMO performance standards, in order to meet the functional requirements contained in applicable IMO instruments.

Navigations- und Funkkommunikationsgeräte und -systeme für die Seeschiffahrt - Integrierte Brückensysteme (IBS) - Betriebs- und Leistungsanforderungen, Prüfverfahren und geforderte Prüfergebnisse

Matériels et systèmes de navigation et de radiocommunication maritimes - Systèmes intégrés de passerelle - Exigences d'exploitation et de fonctionnement, méthodes d'essai et résultats d'essai exigés

Définit les exigences minimales pour la conception, la fabrication, l'intégration, et les essais des systèmes intégrés de passerelle selon les résolutions et les normes de fonctionnement applicables de l'OMI, afin de remplir les exigences de fonctionnement contenues dans les instruments de l'OMI.

Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems - Integrated Bridge Systems (IBS) - Operational and performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results (IEC 61209:1999)

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• Status: Withdrawn
• Publication Date: 30-Jun-2004
• Withdrawal Date: 22-Jul-2018
• ICS: 47.020.70 - Navigation and control equipment
• Technical Committee: SS EIT - Technical Board for the electrotechnical, information technology and telecommunications fields
• Current Stage: 9900 - Withdrawal (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 23-Jul-2018
• Due Date: 15-Aug-2018
• Completion Date: 23-Jul-2018
• Ref Project: EN 61209:1999 - Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems - Integrated bridge systems (IBS) - Operational and performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results

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SLOVENSKI SIST EN 61209:2004

STANDARD
julij 2004
Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems - Integrated
Bridge Systems (IBS) - Operational and performance requirements, methods of
testing and required test results (IEC 61209:1999)
ICS 47.020.70 Referenčna številka
SIST EN 61209:2004(en)
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INTERNATIONAL IEC
STANDARD
61209
First edition
1999-04
Maritime navigation and radiocommunication
equipment and systems –
Integrated bridge systems (IBS) –
Operational and performance requirements,
methods of testing and required test results
Matériels et systèmes de navigation et de
radiocommunication maritimes –
Systèmes intégrés de passerelle –
Exigences d'exploitation et de fonctionnement,
méthodes d'essai et résultats d'essai exigés
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CONTENTS
Page
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION .4
Clause
1 Scope.5
2 Normative references.5
3 Definitions and abbreviations. 6
3.1 Definitions.6
3.2 Abbreviations.8
4 General requirements.8
4.1 General.8
4.2 Integration.9
4.3 Data exchange.9
4.4 Failure analysis.10
4.5 Quality assurance.10
5 Operational requirements.10
5.1 Human factors.10
5.2 Functionality.11
5.3 Training.11
6 Technical requirements.12
6.1 Sensors.12
6.2 Alarm management.12
6.3 Human factors.13
6.4 Power interruptions and shut-down. 13
6.5 Power supply.14
7 Methods of testing and required results . 14
7.1 Introduction.14
7.2 General requirements (clause 4) . 14
7.3 Operational requirements (clause 5). 16
7.4 Technical requirements (clause 6). 17
Annex A (normative) Additional IMO requirements . 19
Annex B (informative) Abbreviations . 24
Annex C (informative) Operational areas. 27
Annex D (normative) Power supply requirements in addition to the main source of energy 35
Annex E (informative) Definition of integration related terms . 37
Bibliography .55

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INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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MARITIME NAVIGATION AND RADIOCOMMUNICATION
EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS –
Integrated bridge systems (IBS) –
Operational and performance requirements,
methods of testing and required test results
FOREWORD
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of patent rights. The IEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
International Standard IEC 61209 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 80: Maritime
navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
80/199/FDIS 80/221/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
Annexes A and D form an integral part of this standard.
Annexes B, C and E are for information only.
A bilingual version of this standard may be issued at a later date.

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INTRODUCTION
In 1991, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) technical committee 80 (TC 80)
observed that, while considerable work was progressing to develop standards for the individual
systems or subsystems of a modern ship’s bridge, no international organization had yet
assigned the task of integrating these individual systems or co-ordinating the individual
standards.
The normal progression would be the development of an International Maritime Organization
(IMO) safety-related circular or assembly resolution, to be followed by assignment for the
development of the IEC standard to a TC working group (WG).
IEC TC 80 felt that the development of an integrated bridge system was so important that they
should not wait any longer before embarking on the development of this International Standard.
They therefore assigned the task to TC 80, WG 9, Integrated bridge systems (IBS) for ships,
and informed IMO of this work programme.
WG 9 co-ordinated their work closely with similar activity within the IMO subcommittees on
Safety of Navigation (NAV), Design and Equipment, Radiocommunications, Search and
Rescue, and other working groups of TC 80, the activities of the International Association of
Classification Societies (IACS), as well as individual classification societies, and national
initiatives. Many of the working group members actively participated in one or more of these
other groups.
IEC TC 80 submitted the material contained in the requirements section of this standard to IMO
with a proposal that it could provide the basis for an international agreement on the subject of
integrated bridges. The IMO Maritime Safety Committee (MSC), at its 67th session, agreed to
the essence of this proposal and adopted resolution MSC.64(67), annex 1, performance
standards for integrated bridge systems (IBS).
The aims of this standard are to provide recommendations for the design, manufacture,
integration and testing of:
– stand-alone equipment;
– networks;
– integration units; and
– multifunction displays
in connection with the aspect of interaction (integration) within a bridge.

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MARITIME NAVIGATION AND RADIOCOMMUNICATION
EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS –
Integrated bridge systems (IBS) –
Operational and performance requirements,
methods of testing and required test results
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies the minimum requirements for the design, manufacture,
integration and testing of integrated bridge systems (IBS) to comply with IMO resolution
MSC.64(67), annex 1, of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and other relevant IMO
performance standards, in order to meet the functional requirements contained in applicable
IMO instruments, not precluding multiple usage of equipment and modules or the need for
duplication.
Reference is made, where appropriate, to IMO resolution MSC.64(67) annex 1, and text in this
standard, the meaning of which is identical to that in the IMO resolution, is printed in italics and
identified by the resolution paragraph numbers in brackets.
This standard aims to increase safe and efficient ship management by suitably qualified
personnel taking care of, inter alia, uninterrupted functional availability of systems, and of
human factors.
Operation of the IBS may conflict with the requirements for individual equipment. Such conflicts
may imply modification to, or deviation from, individual equipment standards or the carriage of
additional equipment. This standard highlights those deviations as well as their justification.
Existing standards for individual equipment are not addressed.
2 Normative references
The following normative documents contain provisions which, through reference in this text,
constitute provisions of this International Standard. For dated references, subsequent amend-
ments to, or revisions of, these publications do not apply. However parties to agreements
based on this International Standard are encouraged to investigate the possibility of applying
the most recent editions of the normative documents indicated below. For undated references,
the latest edition of the normative documents referred to applies. Members of IEC and ISO
maintain registers of currently valid International Standards.
IEC 60945:1996, Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems –
General requirements – Methods of testing and required test results
IEC 61162 (all parts), Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems –
Digital interfaces
ISO 8468:1990, Ship’s bridge layout and associated equipment – Requirements and guidelines
ISO 9000 (all parts), Quality management and quality assurance standards
ISO 9001:1994, Quality systems – Model for quality assurance in design, development,
production, installation and servicing

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ISO 9002:1994, Quality systems – Model for quality assurance in production, installation and
servicing
IMO International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS ):1997, Consolidated edition
IMO A.686:1991, Code on alarms and indicators
IMO A.823:1995, Performance standards for automatic radar plotting aids (ARPAs)
IMO A.830:1995, Code on alarms and indicators (amendments to IMO 686: 1991)
IMO A.694:1991, General requirements for shipborne radio equipment forming part of the
global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS) and for electronic navigational aids
IMO MSC.64(67):1996, Annex 1 – Performance standards for integrated bridge systems (IBS)
IMO MSC.64(67):1996, Annex 4 – Amendments to A.477:1981, Performance standards for
radar equipment
IMO MSC/Circular 566:1991, Provisional guidelines on the conduct of trials in which the officer
of the navigational watch acts as the sole look-out in periods of darkness
IACS UR N1:1992, Unified requirements for one man bridge operated (OMBO) ships
NOTE – Additional IMO requirements which may be applicable to IBS are listed in annex A.
3 Definitions and abbreviations
3.1 Definitions
For the purpose of this standard, the following definitions apply.
3.1.1
configuration of complete system
all operational functions of the IBS as installed
3.1.2
configuration available
operation(s) allocated to and available at each workstation
3.1.3
configuration in use
operation(s) and task(s) currently in use at each workstation
3.1.4
connectivity
a complete data link and the presence of valid data
3.1.5
essential functions
functions related to determination, execution and maintenance of safe course, speed and
position of the ship in relation to the waters, traffic and weather conditions (passage execution)

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Such functions normally include, but are not limited to,
– route planning;
– navigation;
– collision avoidance;
– manoeuvring;
– docking;
– monitoring of internal safety systems;
– external and internal communication related to safety in bridge operation and distress
situations;
– ship stability
3.1.6
essential information
that information which is necessary for the monitoring and control of essential functions
3.1.7
functionality
ability to perform an intended function. The performance of a function normally involves a
system of displays, controls and instrumentation
3.1.8
IMO requirements
IMO conventions, regulations, resolutions, codes, recommendations, guidelines, circulars and
related ISO and IEC standards
3.1.9
(1.1, 2) integrated bridge system (IBS)
any combination of systems which are interconnected in order to allow centralized access to
sensor information or command/control from workstations to perform two or more of the
following operations:
– passage execution;
– communications;
– machinery control;
– loading, discharging and cargo control;
– safety and security.
Management operations may also be performed within the IBS (see annex C).
3.1.10
integrity
ability of a system to provide users with accurate, timely, complete and unambiguous
information and warnings within a specified time when the system shall not be used
3.1.11
latency
time interval between an event and the resulting information, including time for processing,
transmission and reception
3.1.12
multifunction display
a single visual display unit which can present, either simultaneously or through a series of
selectable pages, information from more than one operation of an IBS

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3.1.13
part
an individual subsystem, equipment or module
3.1.14
performance check
a representative selection of short qualitative tests, to confirm correct operation of essential
functions of the IBS
3.1.15
sensor
a device which provides information to or is controlled or monitored by the IBS
A compilation of definitions of integration related terms is contained in annex E.
3.2 Abbreviations
Abbreviations used in this standard:
ARPA Automatic radar plotting aid
GMDSS Global maritime distress and safety system
IACS International Association of Classification Societies
IBS Integrated bridge system
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IMO International Maritime Organization
ISO International Organization for Standardization
MMI Man-machine-interface
MSC IMO Maritime Safety Committee
NAV IMO Subcommittee on Safety of Navigation
SOLAS (International Convention for the) Safety of Life at Sea
SSD System specification document
VDU Visual display unit
Additional relevant abbreviations are found in annex B.
4 General requirements
4.1 (3.1) General
4.1.1 (3.1.1) The IBS shall comply with all applicable IMO requirements as contained in
clause 2 and annex A of this standard. Parts executing multiple operations shall meet the
requirements specified for each individual function they can control, monitor or perform. By
complying with the provisions of this standard, all essential functions remain available in the
event of a single failure. Therefore, means for operation independent of the IBS shall not be
required.
4.1.2 (3.1.2) Each part of an IBS shall meet the relevant requirements of IMO resolution
A.694(17) as detailed in IEC 60945. In consequence the IBS is in compliance with these
requirements without further environmental testing to IEC 60945.
4.1.3 Where implemented, passage execution shall not be interfered with by other operations.
4.1.4 (3.1.3) A failure of one part shall not affect the functionality of other parts except for
those functions directly dependent upon the information from the defective part.

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4.2 (3.2) Integration
The IBS shall provide functional integration meeting the following requirements.
4.2.1 (3.2.1) The functionality of the IBS shall ensure that operations are at least as
effective as with stand-alone equipment.
4.2.2 (3.2.2) Continuously displayed information shall be reduced to the minimum necessary
for safe operation of the ship. Supplementary information shall be readily accessible.
4.2.3 Integrated display and control functions shall adopt a consistent man-machine-interface
(MMI) philosophy and implementation. Particular consideration shall be paid to
– symbols;
– colours;
– controls;
– information priorities;
– layout.
4.2.4 (3.2.3) Where multifunction displays and controls are used to perform functions
necessary for safe operation of the ship they shall be duplicated and interchangeable.
4.2.5 (3.2.4) It shall be possible to display the complete system configuration, the available
configuration and the configuration in use.
4.2.6 Any unintentional change of a configuration shall be brought to the immediate attention
of the user. An unintentional change of the configuration in use shall, in addition, activate an
audible and visual alarm.
4.2.7 (3.2.5) Each part to be integrated shall provide details of its operational status and the
latency and validity of essential information. Means shall be provided within the IBS to make
use of this information.
4.2.8 (3.2.6) An alternative means of operation shall be provided for essential functions.
4.2.9 For integrated machinery control, it shall be possible for all machinery essential for the
safe operation of the ship to be controlled from a local position.
4.2.10 (3.2.7) An alternative source of essential information shall be provided. The IBS shall
identify loss of either source.
4.2.11 (3.2.8) The source of information (sensor, result of calculation or manual input) shall
be displayed continuously or on request.
4.3 (3.3)  Data exchange
4.3.1 (3.3.1) Interfacing within the IBS and to an IBS shall comply with IEC 61162, as
applicable.
4.3.2 (3.3.2) Data exchange shall be consistent with safe operation of the ship. The
manufacturer shall specify in the system specification document (SSD) the maximum
permissible latency for each function, considering the use of fast control loop, normal control
loop, essential information and other information.

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4.3.3 Corrupted data shall not be accepted by the IBS. Corrupted or missing data shall not
affect functions which are not dependent on this data.
4.3.4 (3.3.3) The integrity of data flowing on the network shall be ensured.
4.3.5 The network shall be such that in the event of a single fault between nodes there shall
be an indication, and the sensors and displays on the network shall continue to operate and
data transmission between them shall be maintained.
4.3.6 (3.3.4) A failure in the connectivity shall not affect independent functionality.
4.4 (3.4) Failure analysis
(3.4.1) A failure analysis shall be performed, documented and be acceptable.
4.4.1 Parts, functions and connectivity shall be identified.
4.4.2 Possible failures of parts and connectivity associated with essential functions and
information shall be identified.
4.4.3 Consequences of failures with respect to operation, function or status of the IBS shall
be identified.
4.4.4 Each failure shall be classified with respect to its impact on the IBS taking into account
relevant characteristics, such as detectability, diagnosability, testability, replaceability and
compensating and operating provisions.
4.4.5 The results of the failure analysis shall confirm the possibility for continued safe
operation of the ship.
4.5 Quality assurance
The IBS shall be designed, developed, produced, installed and serviced by companies certified
to ISO 9001 or ISO 9002, as applicable.
(4) Operational requirements
5
5.1 (4.1) Human factors
5.1.1 (4.1.1) The IBS shall be capable of being operated by personnel holding appropriate
certificates.
5.1.2 (4.1.2) The MMI shall be designed to be easily understood and in a consistent style for
all integrated functions.
5.1.3 Operational information shall be presented in a format readily understandable without
need to transpose, compute or translate.
5.1.4 Indications, which may be accompanied by a short low-intensity audible signal, shall
occur when
– an attempt is made to execute an invalid function;
– an attempt is made to use invalid information.

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5.1.5 If an input error is detected by the system, it shall require the operator to correct the
error immediately. Messages actuated by an input error shall guide the correct responses, for
example
do not use: Invalid entry
but use: Invalid entry: re-enter set point between 0 and 10.
5.1.6 Layered menus shall be presented in a way which minimizes the added workload to find
and return from the desired functions.
5.1.7 An overview shall be easily available to assist the operator in the use of a multiple page
system. Each page shall have a unique identifier.
5.1.8 (4.1.3) Where multifunction displays are used, they shall be in colour. Continuously
displayed information and functional areas, for example menus, shall be presented in a
consistent manner.
5.1.9 (4.1.4) For actions which may cause unintended results, the IBS shall request
1)
confirmation from the operator.
5.1.10 Functions requested by the operator shall be acknowledged or clearly indicated by the
IBS on completion.
5.1.11 Default values, where applicable, shall be indicated by the IBS when requesting
operator input.
5.1.12 For bridge operation by one person, special consideration shall be given to the
technical requirements in IMO MSC/Circular 566, paragraphs 10 to 32.
5.2 (4.2) Functionality
5.2.1 (4.2.1) It shall always be clear from where essential functions may be performed.
5.2.2 (4.2.2) The system management shall ensure, that one user only has the control of an
input or function at the same time. If so, all other users shall be informed about that by the IBS.
5.3 Training
5.3.1 Manufacturers of integrated bridge systems shall provide training possibilities for the
ship’s crew. This training shall take place ashore or on board and shall be carried out by
means of suitable material and methods to cover the following topics.
5.3.2 General understanding and operation of the system:
– knowledge and understanding of the system’s configuration and application;
– reading and understanding of the operating manual;
– usage and understanding of brief descriptions and instructions provided on the bridge;
– usage and understanding of electronic "HELP" functions, if provided in the system;
– familiarization with the system using safe trial modes.
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1)
Examples of such actions are
– attempting to change position of next waypoint while in track mode steering;
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5.3.3 Mastering of uncommon conditions in the system:
– detecting and locating of failures;
– resetting the system to safe default values and modes;
– operating safely without certain sensor data or parts;
– possibilities for on-board repair;
– identifying the potential for unintended results.
5.3.4 Methods and support for providing the above-mentioned training may be, for example
– printed material;
– training courses;
– video films;
– computer-based learning programmes;
– simulation of different situations or data, respectively;
– recorded speech.
6 (5) Technical requirements
6.1 (5.1) Sensors
In order to ensure an adequate system functionality, the sensors employed shall meet the
following requirements, as applicable:
6.1.1 ensure communication compatibility in accordance with the relevant international marine
interface standard, IEC 61162; and provide information about their operational status and about
the latency and validity of essential information;
6.1.2 respond to a command with minimal latency, and indicate receipt of invalid commands,
when remote control is employed;
6.1.3 have the capability to silence and re-establish the audible portion of the local alarm;
6.1.4 have information documented about deterministic and stochastic errors and how they
are handled, insofar as signals are pre-processed locally, for example plausibility check.
6.2 (5.2) Alarm management
6.2.1 (5.2.1) The IBS alarm management as a minimum shall comply with the requirements
(see also IMO A.686).
of the Code on Alarms and Indicators,1995 (IMO Resolution A.830(19))
6.2.2 (5.2.2) Appropriate alarm management on priority levels (see 6.2.5) and grouping of
1)
alarms based on operations and tasks (see annex C) shall be provided within the IBS.
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1)
The purpose of grouping alarms is to achieve the following:
− to reduce the variety in type and number of audible and visual alarms and indicators so as to provide quick
and unambiguous information to the personnel responsible for the safe operation of the ship;
− to readily identify any abnormal situation requiring action to maintain the safe operation of the ship;
− to avoid distraction by alarms which require attention but do not require immediate action to restore or
maintain the safe operation of the ship.

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6.2.3 (5.2.3) The number of alarms shall be kept as low as possible by providing indications
for information of lower importance.
6.2.4 (5.2.4) Alarms shall be displayed so that the alarm reason and the resulting functional
restrictions can be easily understood. Indications shall be self-explanatory.
6.2.5 Alarms shall be prioritized as follows:
a) Emergency alarms
Alarms which indicate that immediate danger to human life or to the ship and its machinery
exists, and that immediate action shall be taken.
b) Distress, urgency and safety alarms
Alarms which indicate that a mobile unit or a person is in distress, or the calling station has
a very urgent message concerning the safety of a mobile unit or a person, or has an
important warning to transmit.
c) Primary alarms
Alarms which indicate a condition that requires prompt attention to prevent an emergency
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