SM ELECTRICS BNWAS LCM 210.24.0.0 IE GUARDIAN CONNECTIONG MODULE SYSTEM 770281.221

The SM Electrics GUARDIAN BNWAS Local Control Module (LCM), model 210.24.0.0, is the central processing and control unit of a SOLAS-compliant Bridge Navigation Watch Alarm System (BNWAS). This module, part of system 770281.221, is designed to enhance maritime safety by automatically monitoring watch officer presence on the bridge and initiating a cascading alarm sequence if no reset is detected within pre-set time intervals.

Key Functions & Features:

1. Central Control: Serves as the main hub for the BNWAS network, connecting to reset stations, visual/audible alarms, and remote monitoring panels.

2. Timer Management: Programs and manages the critical timing sequence:

   • Dormant Period: Initial grace period (3-12 minutes, typically adjustable).

   • First Stage Alarm: Low-level visual alarm on the bridge.

   • Second Stage Alarm: Visual and audible alarm on the bridge and in the back-up officer’s cabin.

   • Third Stage Alarm: Visual and audible alarm in locations to alert other crew members.

3. Reset Function Interface: Accepts inputs from multiple, strategically placed reset buttons (e.g., at conning stations, radar displays) to acknowledge officer activity.

4. Alarm Output Control: Triggers remote alarm indicators (strobes, beacons, buzzers) in designated locations as per the alarm stage.

5. System Monitoring: Continuously self-checks for faults within the BNWAS circuitry and provides system status indications.

6. Manual Activation/Override: Allows for manual activation of the system when the bridge is unattended (e.g., in port) and override functions as required.

7. Compliance: Engineered to meet IMO SOLAS Chapter V Regulation 19, IEC 62616 standards, and relevant classification society rules (e.g., DNV, ABS, LR).

Typical Applications:

• Merchant vessels (cargo ships, tankers, container ships)

• Passenger ships (cruise ships, ferries)

• Other SOLAS-compliant commercial vessels requiring a certified BNWAS.

System Integration:
This LCM is the core of the GUARDIAN BNWAS system, designed to interface seamlessly with other SM Electrics components such as:

• Remote Reset Stations

• Visual Alarm Beacons (e.g., red strobe lights)

• Audible Alarm Sounders

• Bridge Door Monitoring Switches (optional)

• Central Alarm Panel or Integrated Navigation System (INS) for status display.