Simrad NSE8, NSE12 Installation manual

Installation
Manual
Simrad NSE8, NSE12
Multi Function Display
English
www.simrad-yachting.com
A brand by Navico - Leader in Marine Electronics
Preface
Disclaimer
As Navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the right to make changes to
the product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of the manual. Please
contact your nearest distributor if you require any further assistance.
It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the instrument and transducers in
a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of
this product is solely responsible for observing safe boating practices.
NAVICO HOLDING AS AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, BRANCHES AND AFFILIATES DISCLAIM
ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS,
DAMAGE OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW.
Governing Language: This statement, any instruction manuals, user guides and other
information relating to the product (Documentation) may be translated to, or has been
translated from, another language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between any
Translation of the Documentation, the English language version of the Documentation
will be the official version of the Documentation.
This manual represents the product as at the time of printing. Navico Holding AS and its
subsidiaries, branches and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to specifications
without notice.
Copyright
Copyright © 2011 Navico Holding AS.
Warranty
The warranty card is supplied as a separate document.
In case of any queries, refer to the brand web site of your display or system:
www.simrad-yachting.com
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Declarations and conformance
This equipment is intended for use in international waters as well as coastal sea areas
administered by countries of the E.U. and E.E.A.
Compliance Statements
The Simrad NSE complies with the following regulations:
• FCC Part 15
• CE compliant per EN60945
• C - Tick
For more information please refer to our website:
www.simrad-yachting.com.
Warning
The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receiver
• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help
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Contents
Introduction ...........................................................................................6
About this manual .................................................................................. 6
Conventions .......................................................................................... 6
Important safety and warning information................................................. 6
Check the parts..................................................................................... 7
Overview ................................................................................................8
NSE8 and NSE12 front ............................................................................ 8
NSE8 and NSE12 rear ............................................................................. 9
OP40 (optional controller) ..................................................................... 10
Installing the display ............................................................................ 11
Mounting location................................................................................. 11
Panel mount ........................................................................................ 12
Bracket Mount ..................................................................................... 13
System architecture ............................................................................. 15
Networking, Data Interfacing ................................................................. 15
SimNet / NMEA 2000 ............................................................................ 15
Ethernet: (NETWORK ports) .................................................................. 15
NMEA0183 .......................................................................................... 15
Data Bridging ...................................................................................... 16
Wiring the NSE .....................................................................................23
Power ................................................................................................. 24
Connecting power ................................................................................ 24
Power control ...................................................................................... 24
External alarm ..................................................................................... 27
SimNet ............................................................................................... 28
SimNet: The basics .............................................................................. 28
Planning and installing a SimNet backbone .............................................. 29
Power the SimNet network .................................................................... 29
CZone Connection to SimNet ................................................................. 32
Ethernet ............................................................................................. 33
Dual and Multi Station .......................................................................... 34
NMEA0183 wiring ................................................................................. 35
Video In.............................................................................................. 36
Video Out ........................................................................................... 37
Connecting Broadband Radar ................................................................ 38
Connecting HD Radar ........................................................................... 39
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Dual Radar Support .............................................................................. 40
Connecting BSM-1 Broadband Echosounder ............................................. 41
Connecting BSM-2 Broadband Echosounder ............................................. 42
Connecting LSS-1 StructureScan............................................................ 43
Commission the system ........................................................................44
Turning on the system for the first time .................................................. 44
Operating the menu system .................................................................. 44
Commissioning checklist ....................................................................... 45
System settings menu .......................................................................... 46
Language ............................................................................................ 46
Time: Local Time, Time format, Date Format ........................................... 46
Power Control ...................................................................................... 46
Echosounder setup ............................................................................... 47
Depth offset ........................................................................................ 47
Water speed calibration ........................................................................ 47
Radar setup ........................................................................................ 49
Data setup .......................................................................................... 51
SimNet / NMEA2000 setup .................................................................... 51
Source selection (Auto select)................................................................ 51
Source selection (Manual) .................................................................... 51
Group Source Selection (SIMRAD) .......................................................... 51
SimNet Groups .................................................................................... 53
Damping ............................................................................................. 54
Device List .......................................................................................... 54
CZone Setup ....................................................................................... 55
OP40 Controller Setup .......................................................................... 56
Autopilot Setup .................................................................................... 58
Commissioning the autopilot .................................................................. 58
Dockside setup .................................................................................... 59
Rudder drive setup ............................................................................... 60
Seatrials ............................................................................................. 60
Compass calibration ............................................................................. 61
Setting the transition HI/LO speed ......................................................... 62
Autotuning .......................................................................................... 63
Seastate filter...................................................................................... 63
Setting sailing parameters .................................................................... 63
Tack angle .......................................................................................... 64
Manually adjusting steering parameters .................................................. 64
Serial port setup .................................................................................. 67
NMEA 0183 output ............................................................................... 67
Fuel ................................................................................................... 68
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Vessel Setup ....................................................................................... 68
AIS own vessel .................................................................................... 68
Diagnostics ......................................................................................... 69
NMEA2000 Diagnostics ......................................................................... 69
USER Database UDB............................................................................. 69
Check GPS signal ................................................................................. 70
System backup .................................................................................... 70
Restore a backup ................................................................................. 70
Software upgrades ............................................................................... 71
Displaying current software version ........................................................ 71
Screen capture .................................................................................... 73
File transfer ........................................................................................ 73
Drawings .............................................................................................. 74
NSE8 Dimensions ................................................................................. 74
NSE12 Dimensions ............................................................................... 75
Spare parts ........................................................................................... 76
NSE Spare parts .................................................................................. 76
NSE Optional accessories ...................................................................... 76
Compatible BSM-1 Transducers .............................................................. 77
SimNet accessories ............................................................................ 77
Ethernet cables (yellow) ........................................................................ 78
Repeater screens ................................................................................. 78
Video cables for repeater screens .......................................................... 78
Specifications ....................................................................................... 79
Supported NMEA0183 sentences ............................................................ 81
NMEA 2000 PGN List ............................................................................ 82
NMEA 2000 PGN Receive....................................................................... 82
NMEA2000 PGN Transmit ...................................................................... 83
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Introduction
About this manual
This manual is a reference guide for installing the Simrad NSE8 and NSE12 Multi Function
Display.
The information in this manual at the time of printing is correct to the best of our
knowledge. Navico can not be liable for any inaccuracies or missing information.
Due to the constant improvement of Navico’s products. Navico cannot be liable for
changes between the product and the manual. Refer to www.simrad-yachting.com for
the latest manuals and addendums.
Conventions
Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that a risk of damage to the
equipment or injury/death exists if care is not exercised.
Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
Important safety and warning information
Please read carefully before use.
When navigating the vessel, use the Simrad NSE system only as a navigational
aid. Proper navigation of the vessel is the sole responsibility of the vessel
operator.
The electronic chart used by the NSE System is an aid to navigation only
and is designed to supplement, not replace, official government charts. Only
official government charts supplemented by notices to mariners contain the
information required for safe and prudent navigation. Always supplement the
electronic information provided by the Simrad NSE with other plotting sources
such as observations, depth soundings, radar and hand compass bearings.
Should the information not agree, the discrepancy must be resolved before
proceeding any further.
Never operate the NSE in Simulate Mode while you are underway. It is the
user’s responsibility to ensure that Simulate Mode is used only in safe
situations such as when you are moored in a marina.
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the US Government which is
solely responsible for its operation, accuracy and maintenance. The GPS system
is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all
GPS equipment anywhere in the world.
The accuracy of the Echosounder depth display can be limited by many
factors, including the type of transducer, the location of the transducer, and
water conditions. Ensure that the transducer is installed correctly and the
Echosounder is used correctly.
6 | Introduction
Check the parts
Packaged parts list
NSE8 Bezel
NSE8
8.4 “ Display unit
NSE12
NSE12 Bezel
12 “ Display unit
NSE8 Dust cover
NSE8 Gasket
NSE12 Dust cover
NSE12 Gasket
NSE8 Mounting bracket
NSE8, NSE12
Bracket knobs
NSE12 Mounting
bracket
NSE8, NSE12
2 x Ratchet washers
NSE8 Cut-out Template
NSE8, NSE12
NSE12 Cut-out
Template
Power cable
CUTOUT
265 mm (10.40”)
Check dimensions before cutting
PRODUCT OUTLINE
192 mm (7.55”)
212 mm (8.34”)
192 mm (7.55)
5 mm (0.20”) CLEARANCE HOLE TO SUIT M4 MACHINE SCREW
OR DRILL PILOT HOLE TO SUIT SELF TAPPING SCREW
NX50
25 mm (1.00”)
265 mm (10.40”)
285 mm (11.20)
NSE8, NSE12
NSE8, NSE12
Video-In / Comms
Cable
Connector Caps
NSE8, NSE12
NSE8, NSE12
This Installation
Manual
Operation manual
NSE8, NSE12
NSE8, NSE12
Quick start guide
Cleaning cloth
NSE8, NSE12
NSE8, NSE12
5 x SCREW,14G x
1,PAN POZI,S/T,SS
316,BLACK
4 x SCREW,
8Gx1, PAN POZI,
S/T,16,LO-HEAD
SimNet Starter Kit: Includes
• SimNet 5 m (16.5 ft) cable
• SimNet 7-Prong Multi-Joiner
• SimNet Termination Plug
• SimNet 2 m (6 ft) power cable w/terminator
Introduction | 7
Overview
NSE8 and NSE12 front
2
3
4
6
5
PLOT
MARK
GO TO
VESSEL
7
8
MENU
10
12
WIN
IN
2 ABC
4 GHI
5 JKL
6 MNO
7 PQRS 8 TUV
9WXYZ
STBY
AUTO
9
OUT
1MOB
0
3 DEF
PWR
11
13
CHART
RADAR
ECHO
NAV
INFO
PAGES
13
16
1
Key
15
14
Description
1
Direct Access Keys (DAK). Provide direct access to a page. Repeated presses
of each DAK cycles through several different pages that relate to the DAK
2
PLOT/MARK key. A short press activates the Plot menu, a long press positions
a waypoint at the vessel position
3
Rotary knob. The function of the knob is depending on active context
4
GOTO/VESSEL key. A short press activates the Goto menu, a long press centers the chart to vessel position
5
 key — Activates/confirms current selection
6
X key cancels changes and returns to previous menu level
7
Cursor keypad used to move the cursor on the display, and to maneuver in the
menu system
8
MENU key. Used to display the context menu for the active panel/overlay, and
for selecting options in edit mode. . 2 x MENU for system settings menu
9
WIN key, used on multiple panels pages. A short press toggles between the
panels, a long press expands active panel to a full page panel and back again
10
Zoom buttons for radar, echosounder and chart pages
Alpha numeric keypad used for entering numbers and text in dialog boxes.
11
A long press on the “1” key will position a Man Over Board (MOB) waypoint at
the vessel’s current position
12
STBY AUTO - Future use
Media port door. Press and slide to the right to open.
8 | Overview
13
Media can be used for optional Navionics chart data, software updates, transfer of user data and system backup
14
SD /MMC media card slot.
15
USB port
16
Removable bezel
NSE8 and NSE12 rear
4
1
Key
2
3
5
6
Description
1
Power. For power input 12 or 24 V DC input (see “Connecting power” on page
24), Power control (see “Power control” on page 24) and external alarm
(see “External alarm” on page 27).
2
Video In. Supplied cable provides two composite video inputs (see “Video In”
on page 36) and one RS422 port (NMEA0183 TX, RX) (see “NMEA0183 wiring” on page 35)
3
SimNet. Connects NSE display to a SimNet or NMEA2000 network (see
“SimNet” on page 28).
4
Video Out. Connect to an external monitor via optional DVI cable (see “Video
Out” on page 37).
5
Network 1, 2 and 3. Three Ethernet network ports for connecting to other NSE
displays and Network modules. (see “Ethernet” on page 33)
6
USB. Used for Software updates, chart data base updates, backing up waypoints routes and tracks. A better option to the front port if it is exposed to
the weather.
Note. A Water proof optional USB cable is available to extend this port to a dry
location. (AA010078 USB dash mount)
Overview | 9
OP40 (optional controller)
2 3
1
DISPLAY
MOB
16
Key
6 MNO
CHART
RADAR
8 TUV
9 WXYZ
ECHO
NAV
0
PWR
INFO
PAGES
3 DEF
4 GHI
5 JKL
7 PQRS
14
7
8
9
OUT
IN
GO TO
VESSEL
2 ABC
15
5 6
PLOT
MARK
1
STBY
AUTO
4
13
10
MENU
WIN
12
11
Description
1
MOB (Man Overboard). A long press will position a Man Over Board (MOB)
waypoint at the vessel’s current position
2
Unit under command LEDs. Indicates which unit the OP40 is controlling.
3
DISPLAY: Changes which NSE unit the OP40 is controlling
4
PLOT/MARK key. A short press activates the Plot menu, a long press positions
a waypoint at the vessel position
5
Zoom IN zoom OUT buttons for radar, echosounder and chart pages
6
GOTO/VESSEL key. A short press activates the Goto menu, a long press centers the chart to vessel position
7
 key — Activates/confirms current selection
8
Rotary knob. The function of the knob is depending on active context
9
X key cancels changes and returns to previous menu level
10
Cursor keypad used to move the cursor on the display, and to maneuver in the
menu system
11
WIN key, used on multiple panels pages. A short press toggles between the
panels, a long press expands active panel to a full page panel and back again
12
MENU key. Used to display the context menu for the active panel/overlay, and
for selecting options in edit mode. 2 x MENU for accessing system settings
menu
13
Direct Access Keys (DAK). Provide direct access to a page. Repeated presses
of each DAK cycles through several different pages that relate to the DAK
14
The PWR / Brightness button can bring up options to adjust brightness and
change day / night mode.
It can turn off the NSE but cannot turn it on. To turn on a NSE you must use
the power button on each specific NSE unit you wish to use.
15
STBY AUTO: Autopilot Auto steer / Stand-By
16
Alpha numeric keypad used for entering numbers and text in dialog boxes
The OP40 controller comes with a 4m SimNet to Micro-C adaptor cable, and can be
plugged directly in to a SimNet network.
10 | Overview
Installing the display
Mounting location
Choose the mounting locations carefully before you drill or cut. The display should be
mounted so that the operator can easily use the controls and clearly see the display
screen. Be sure to leave a direct path for all of the cables. The display screen is highcontrast and anti-reflective, and is viewable in direct sunlight, but for best results install
the display out of direct sunlight. The chosen location should have minimal glare from
windows or bright objects.
Ensure that any holes cut are in a safe position and will not weaken the boat’s structure.
If in doubt, consult a qualified boat builder.
At least 100 mm (4”) away from the compass, at least 300 mm (12”) away from any
radio transmitter and at least 1.2 m (4 ft) away from any antenna.
Before cutting a hole in a panel, make sure that there are no hidden electrical wires or
other parts behind the panel.
Do not mount any part where it can be used as a hand hold, where it might be
submerged, or where it will interfere with the operation, launching or retrieving of the
boat.
If bracket mounting chose a flat area where the display will not be subjected to excessive
vibration.
Leave sufficient clearance space behind the display to connect all relevant cables.
Good ventilation is required behind the mounting panel. Poor ventilation may cause the
display to overheat. The display is designed to operate in temperatures from -15° C to
+55° C (+5° F to +131° F).
For overall width and height requirements, please see the drawings at the back of this
manual.
Installing the display | 11
Panel mount
212 mm (8.34”)
192 mm (7.55)
5 mm (0.20”) CLEARANCE HOLE TO SUIT M4 MACHINE SCREW
OR DRILL PILOT HOLE TO SUIT SELF TAPPING SCREW
CUTOUT
265 mm (10.40”)
Check dimensions before cutting
192 mm (7.55”)
PRODUCT OUTLINE
NSE-8
25 mm (1.00”)
265 mm (10.40”)
285 mm (11.20)
1
Attach the flush mounting template to
the selected mounting position using
adhesive tape.
2
Drill pilot holes for the four hole
saw cuts and four self tapping
screws used to secure the
display. If using M4 machine
screws use a 5 mm (0.20 ”) drill
bit.
Cutt out
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out shaded
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area
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a
A
3
Use a 25mm (1 “) hole saw to cut the
four corner radius
5
Peel backing off the gasket and apply to the surface.
6
Connect all cables to the rear of the unit before placing the unit into the console.
7
Secure the display to the surface
8
To finish off the installation firmly clip the front bezel in place
12 | Installing the display
4
Cut along the dotted line and
remove the shaded area.
Bracket Mount
An alternative to flush mounting the NSE8 or NSE12 is to bracket mount the unit. This
method has the advantage that the display can easily be removed when not in use. The
display may be tilted for best possible viewing angle when bracket mounted.
1
Press the ratchet washers into the
bracket.
2
Loosely screw securing knobs to
the Display unit.
3
Temporarily mount the display unit
in the bracket and make sure the
display can be adjusted to the correct
angle without interfering with the
surroundings. Allow space for cables
attached to the rear of the unit.
4
Remove the display unit and
use the mounting bracket as a
template to mark the five positions
of the screw holes.
Installing the display | 13
5
Drill a pilot hole for the five screws
and an optional hole large enough for
the cables to emerge from.
6
Secure 5 the bracket to the
surface
7
Connect the cables.
9
8
Slide the display into the mounting
bracket and secure in place with the
bracket knobs.
Attach the bezel. Firmly clip the
front bezel in place.
NSE Bezel removal
B
C
A
Protect the dash area adjacent to the top edge (or bottom edge) of the display.
Apply upwards pressure on the bezel (A), this will create an opening between the bezel
and the case. Insert a medium size flat blade screw driver into the gap (B) Slide the
screw driver along the gap to release the clips along the top. Continue down the side
until the bezel releases. The same routine can be applied to the bottom edge if accessible.
14 | Installing the display
System architecture
This section explains how the NSE connects to other devices as part of a system. The
NSE has a highly scalable system architecture. A system can consist of a basic stand
alone chart plotter, or expand to a networked, multi-display system connected to a wide
range of accessories.
The system architecture is modular with a wide range of peripherals and accessories
that can be connected to SimNet or NMEA2000 devices such as instrument systems,
AIS, GPS and heading sensor to Ethernet devices such as Radar and Echosounder. For
multi display installations the system can be set up to be truly masterless, i.e. have no
dependency on other displays being powered on.
A NSE display can connect to other devices in the system by Ethernet, SimNet /
NMEA2000 or NMEA0183.
A system can have:
•
between one and six displays, The displays can be any mix of NSE8, NSE12, and NSO.
Also, up to two NSS may be included.
•
two radars
•
three Navico echosounder modules
Networking, Data Interfacing
The NSE system can use three data networks. SimNet (NMEA2000), Ethernet and
NMEA0183.
SimNet / NMEA 2000
•
SimNet is Simrad’s proprietary CAN bus network for transfer of navigation data such
as wind, Position, AIS, etc between all SimNet or NMEA2000 devices on a SimNet/
NMEA2000 network.
•
SimNet is lower bandwidth than the Ethernet network, but is 50 times faster than
NMEA0183
Ethernet: (NETWORK ports)
•
NSE uses an Ethernet network for the transfer of high bandwidth data between other
NSE displays and from network modules such as Radar, Echosounder and Weather
module
•
Each NSE display has three Ethernet network ports. An optional 5 port expansion port
is available. (Recommended for multiple NSE displays)
•
Ethernet does not transfer navigation data such as position, heading etc. This is
handled either by SimNet and or NMEA 0183. However navigation and display settings
are synchronized over Ethernet
NMEA0183
•
NMEA0183 is a point to point connection. Each NSE display has one NMEA0183 port
using RS422 protocol. Each display can output to one NMEA0183 “Listener” and
receive from one NMEA0183 “Talker”.
System architecture | 15
Data Bridging
•
Supported NMEA0183 sentences entering the system are bridged (converted) to
SimNet/NMEA2000 and distributed on the SimNet backbone for all other displays to
use
•
Certain SimNet /NMEA2000 PGNs (messages/sentences) are bridged across to
NMEA0183 to be available as an output from any NSE display
•
Ethernet to SimNet. Limited data is bridged from the Ethernet echosounder. Speed,
depth and temperature are bridged to SimNet and NMEA0183. Depth, speed and
temperature data from the echosounder is the only data bridged from Ethernet
DISPLAY 2
DISPLAY 1
PLOT
MARK
B
0183
CHART
RADAR
ECHO
MENU
OUT
MOB
1
4 GHI
NAV
INFO
RX +
IN
MOB
2 ABC
3 DEF
5 JKL
7PQRS
8 TUV
0
NMEA0183
OUT
MOB
1
6 MNO
9WXYZ
PWR
CHART
PAGES
GO TO
VESSEL
MENU
WIN
RANGE
STBY
AUTO
RADAR
ECHO
NAV
INFO
WIN
RANGE
IN
MOB
2 ABC
3 DEF
4 GHI
5 JKL
7PQRS
8 TUV
STBY
AUTO
0
6 MNO
9WXYZ
PWR
PAGES
Heading
GPS
RX -
PLOT
MARK
GO TO
VESSEL
SimNet Network
SimNet Network
NMEA0183 Talker
TX -
TX +
NMEA0183 Listner
C
A
Example of data bridging
A
In this example a NMEA0183 (talker) is connected to DISPLAY 1
B
The NMEA sentences are bridged across to SimNet and distributed on the
SimNet network
C
The NMEA0183 listener connected to DISPLAY 2 can receive the NMEA0183
sentences from the device connected to DISPLAY 1 and also from other devices that are on the SimNet network
An NMEA talker can be connected to each NSE display and both set of data will be
converted to SimNet. Each display can be setup for outputting selected NMEA sentences.
Speed, temp and depth data from the echosounder transducer that is to be displayed
as an instrument has to bridged from ethernet to SimNet. A NSE display has to be
nominated to bridge the data. If this nominated display is turned off, no data will be
displayed, until the display is turned on or another display is selected to bridge the data.
(see “Source selection (Auto select)” on page 51)
NMEA0183 to SimNet bridging only applies to the supported NMEA0183 sentences. (see
“Supported NMEA0183 sentences” on page 81)
16 | System architecture
Single station configuration possibilities
POWER
Supplied with
display
or accessory
12 or 24 V DC
Black
Optional
accessory
VIDEO OUT
DI15
From
NSE12
Red (FUSE)
Power cable
Blue
_ +
DVI Video Cable
Yellow
NSE Display
DI10
From
NSE8
Simrad DI10 or DI15
display’s
Note: NSE8 only connects to DI10
NSE12 only connects to DI15
OR
Ext. Alarm
Power Control
MO15-L, MO17-L, or MO19-L
Monitor
Note: dimming not controlled by NSE
VIDEO /DATA
Video 2 (Green)
Composite Video
BROADBAND RADAR
Video 1 (Red)
NMEA 0183
Serial port
1 x RS422 port
NMEA 0183
TX +
SimNet cable 2m (6.5 ft)
Blue
TX -
Ethernet 5 Pin 2m (6.5 ft)
Yellow
RX -
Ethernet 5 Pin 2m (6.5 ft)
RX +
Ethernet 5 Pin 2m (6.5 ft)
Green
Orange
Video In / Data cable
SIMNET
SIMNET NETWORK
SimNet starter kit
Power cable w/term
Drop cable 2 m (6 ft)
Termiator plug
7 way joiner
12 v DC
T
GPS ANTENNA: GS-15
AIS: NAIS300, AI50
T
Autopilot: AP28, AC12, SG05
BR24 / 3G
Ethernet Adapter
_ +
SimNet & NMEA 2000 devices
PULSE RADAR
Heading Sensor: RC42
Instruments: IS20
Ethernet RJ45 2m (6.5 ft)
(Graphic, Data, Wind)
Digital Switching: CZONE
ECHOSOUNDER
Audio: SonicHub
Controller: OP40
NMEA 2000 Engines
Audio cable
Amp for
BSM-1
HD Digital Radar: 2,4,6,10 or 25 kW
Sirius satelite weather and radio
USA Only
WEATHER
USA Only
BSM-2
LSS-1
System architecture | 17
Dual station configuration possibilities
VIDEO OUT
Cameras
Supplied with
display or accessory
Optional
accessory
Video 2
Video 2
Video 1
Video 1
DVI Video Cable
DI15
From
NSE12
DI10
From
NSE8
Simrad DI10 or DI15
display’s
Note: NSE8 only connects to DI10
NSE12 only connects to DI15
Video In / Data
NMEA 0183
NMEA 0183
RX + Green
RX - Orange
RX +
TX + Yellow
Blue
TX -
TX +
RX -
MO15-L, MO17-L or MO19-L
Monitor
TX -
NSE8 or NSE12
Ethernet
SIMNET
GPS ANTENNA: GS-15
AIS: NAIS300, AI50
Autopilot: AP28, AC12,
SG05
Heading Sensor: RC42
WEATHER
Instruments: IS20
Sirius Satellite
(USA Only)
(Graphic, Data, Wind)
T
T
Ethernet 5 Pin 2m (6.5 ft)
SimNet cable 2m (6.5 ft)
SimNet cable 2m (6.5 ft)
Power cable w/term
Drop cable 2 m (6 ft)
Termiator plug
7 way joiner
Note: dimming not controlled by NSE
NSE8 or NSE12
Ethernet
SimNet Starter kit
OR
Video In / Data
Digital Switching:
CZONE
Audio: SonicHub
SIMNET
NMEA 2000 Engines
Ethernet 5 Pin 2m (6.5 ft)
ECHOSOUNDER
BROADBAND RADAR
Ethernet Adapter
5 pin to RJ45
Controller: OP40
PULSE RADAR
Ethernet RJ45 2m (6.5 ft)
BSM-1
BSM-2
LSS-1
18 | System architecture
Ethernet 5 Pin 2m (6.5 ft)
BR24 / 3G
HD Digital Radar:
2,4,6,10 or 25 kW
SimNet to
Micro-C cable
NMEA2000 Engines
Broadband Radar
RI10
J1
J3
J2
AP24
NSE
BSM-1
LLAC
UNEM
XW
CI
CSE
NACS
-/+
HC 3
9/61
SSERTSID
RS25
LOV
ofni
GPS Ant
P
L/H
9/61
NAIS-300
VHF
NSE
(optional 2nd display)
HC
7 way joiner
LQS
RWP
7 way joiner
52SR
Tansducer
POWER BOATS 26-40 ft
TX +
RX -
NMEA0183 Out TX -
Suggested system
RX +
System architecture | 19
P
T
RC42
J1
J3
AC 12
T
RF25
SimNet inline joiner
(w/terminator)
SimNet backbone
SimNet drop cable
SimNet terminator
Ethernet
SimNet power 12 V DC
(with terminator)
J2
IS20 Graphic
GS15
P
HD Radar
processor
6 kW
J3
J2
AT10-HD
J1
AP28
Video In
NSE
VHF
T
Tansducer
VHF
NSE
RS82 BB
7 way joiner
7 way joiner
AI50
GPS Ant
POWER BOATS 36 ft +
BSM-1
Suggested system
P
T
NEP-1
J1
J2
SimNet power 12 V DC
(yellow, no terminator)
RF25
AC 42
J3
IS20 Graphic
SimNet backbone
SimNet drop cable
SimNet terminator
Ethernet
RC42
OP40 Controller
Station 1
RS82 H/S
J1
J3
J2
AP24
Station 2
DVI Cable
20 | System architecture
Saloon
T
RS82 H/S
Third party DVI monitor
NSE
GS15
Broadband Radar
NACS
-/+
HC 3
9/61
SSERTSID
DST800
RI10
RX -
TX -
LLAC
UNEM
XW
CI
CSE
RD68
TX +
52SR
LQS
RWP
LOV
HC
ofni
L/H
9/61
NMEA0183 Out
Suggested system
RX +
System architecture | 21
SimNet to Micro-C cable
7 way joiner
NSE
Sail boats 30-40 ft
J1
J3
P
7 way joiner
J2
AP24
GS15
GPS Ant
RC42
AIS
NAIS-300
VHF
J1
J2
AC 12
J3
IS20
P
T
J3
RF25
J2
J1
J3
T-joiner
J2
IS20
SimNet power 12 V DC
(with terminator)
SimNet backbone
SimNet drop cable
Ethernet
SimNet terminator
J1
IS20
T
P
HD Radar
processor
DST800
AT10-HD
Video In
J1
J3
J2
AP24
J3
RS82 BB
J2
7 way joiner
RS82 H/S
J1
T
P
J1
J2
RC42
NEP-1
GPS Ant
SimNet terminator
SimNet power 12 V DC
Must be yellow (no terminator)
AC 42
NAIS300
VHF
Nav station
SimNet backbone
SimNet drop cable
Ethernet
VHF
J3
IS20 Wind IS20 Graphic
Sail boats 40 ft +
7 way joiner
SimNet to Micro-C cable
Weather (USA)
NSE
Suggested system
J1
J2
T
J3
RF25
NSE8
J1
J2
J1
J3
6 MNO
INFO
ECHO
CHART
PLOT
MARK
IN
J1
J3
J2
J1
J3
J2
IS20 Wind IS20 Graphic
PWR
9 WXYZ
3 DEF
DISPLAY
2 ABC
5 JKL
8 TUV
0
STBY
AUTO
1
4 GHI
7 PQRS
MOB
PAGES
NAV
RADAR
GO TO
VESSEL
OUT
OP40
DI10 (Optional repeat screen)
J2
IS20 Wind IS20 Graphic
Twin helm option
J3
AP24
Cockpit
DVI Cable
22 | System architecture
MENU
WIN
T
GS15
(secondary)
GS15
Wiring the NSE
Wiring guidelines
Most installation problems are caused by shortcuts taken with system cables. When
wiring the NSE, follow the guidelines below.
Don’t do this
Do this
Don’t make sharp bends in the cables
Do make drip and service loops
Don’t run cables in a way that allows water to flow down into the connectors
Do tie-wrap all cables to keep them secure
Don’t route the data cables in areas
adjacent to radar, transmitter, or large
current carrying cables
If cables are shortened, lengthened, or reterminated, do seal and protect all wiring
connections
Do leave room at the back to install and
remove cables
Before starting the installation, be sure to turn electrical power off. If power
is left on or turned on during the installation, fire, electrical shock, or other
serious injury may occur. Be sure that the voltage of the power supply is
compatible with the NSE display
The NSE has a voltage rating of 12 V DC or 24 V DC. (9 V DC - 32 V DC max
range). SimNet is 12 V DC only
The red wire should always be connected to (+) DC V using a fuse or thermal
breaker (10 Amp)
Wiring the NSE | 23
Power
The NSE8 and NSE12 displays can be powered by either 12 V or 24 V DC. Displays are
protected against reverse polarity, under voltage and over voltage.
The supplied power cable has a four core cable used for:•
power into the system (Red and Black wires)
•
controling power state of the display or power state of other displays and devices
(Yellow wire)
•
connecting to an external alarm (Blue wire)
1 4
2 3
Power Cable (000-00129-001)
2 m (6.5 ft)
Con.
Pin
Wire
color
Function
1
Black
Battery (-)
2
Blue
External Alarm
3
Yellow
Power control
4
Red
Battery (+)
12 - 24 V DC
Connecting power
The red wire should always be connected to (+) DC V using a fuse or thermal
breaker (10 Amp)
Power control
The yellow (Power Control) wire can either be an input that will turn on the display when
power is applied, or an output that turns on other devices when the display is powered
on. It can be configured at the installation stage to control the power state of displays
and compatible devices. Planning is required how you want to be able to turn on and off
compatible devices. When commissioning the system, displays can be set to be a Power
Control Slave or Power Control Master.
Power Control configuration options are:-
24 | Wiring the NSE
•
Use the Power button to turn on the display only: Yellow wire not connected
•
Display to turn on when power is applied to the display: Common red and yellow wires
•
Use the Power button to turn on the display and other displays and or compatible
devices such as Broadband Radar: Yellow wire connected to a Power Control Bus. (Set
one or more displays to be a Power Control Master)
Black
Black
Red (FUSE)
Red (FUSE)
Yellow
Yellow
Blue
+ _
Blue
No Connect
+ _
12 - 24 V DC
12 - 24 V DC
No Power Control
Auto Power on
Display will turn on and off when the
power button on the front of the unit
is pressed. Power Control wire is not
attached
Display will turn on when power is applied to the display. Common the yellow
wire with the red wire after the fuse.
Note: The unit can not be powered
down but can enter a standby mode.
Power Control Master
Power Control Slave
A
B
Black
Red
C
Black
Red
Yellow
Yellow
Broadband Radar
Black
Red
Yellow
+ _
12 - 24 V DC
Power Control Bus
Power Control Master
Display (A) turns on using the power button. It is set as the Power Control Master and
will output voltage on the Power Control bus to turn on display (B) and 3G Radar (C).
Display (B) is set to Power Control Slave and if turned on by display (A) cannot be
powered down using its power button, but can be set to standby. If display (A) is off,
display (B) can be turned on using its power button, but won’t turn on any other devices.
Display (B) could, however also be set to Power Control Master.
Wiring the NSE | 25
Power control table
Slave
Master
Can turn on by own PWR button
YES *
YES
Can turn off by own PWR button
YES *
YES
Can turn on other devices
NO
YES
Can be turned on or off by another device
YES
YES
Can turn off entire system if started by an ignition
switch
NO
NO
Can have more than one on a system
YES
YES
* If Power control wire is not connected.
If a display has its power state controlled by another display or ignition switch, it can’t be
totally powered down. It can enter a standby state to save power. If the power button is
pressed and Power Off selected, a message will appear “Preparing to standby…”
To configure a display as a Power Control Slave or Master. (see “Power Control” on page
46)
26 | Wiring the NSE
External alarm
An external alarm can be connected to one or more displays on the network. The
external alarm can be a small peizo buzzer connected directly or a horn siren connected
via a relay.
Alarms are configured globally in the system i.e they can be configured on one display
and seen, heard and acknowledged from all displays. How ever the external alarm siren
can be enabled or disabled on individual displays. For information on configuring alarms
refer to the Alarms section in the Operation manual
9
MENU
x2
WIN
Black
Red (FUSE)
Yellow
Blue
1 A max
35 V DC max
+ _
12 - 24 V DC
For sirens that draw more than 1 Amp use a relay
12 - 24 V DC
Black
Red (FUSE)
Yellow
Blue
+ _
Wiring the NSE | 27
SimNet
SimNet is a data network based on NMEA2000 CAN bus technology that makes
interconnection and integration of Simrad and NMEA2000 products simple. SimNet
permits the exchange of data between the interfaced products and enables the flow
of commands and instructions between the various SimNet and NMEA2000 compatible
products. The data transfer capability of SimNet is 50 times higher than the NMEA0183
standard at 4800 baud.
The advanced SimNet Plug & Play (P&P) function provides flexibility and automatic
interface setup to Simrad products. Previous models of Simrad products that are not
SimNet compatible and non-Simrad products also benefit from this P&P setup function.
Certain NMEA0183 data can be converted to and from the SimNet network by;
•
connecting directly to the NMEA0183 port on an NSE Display
•
using and optional converter unit such as the AT10
•
connecting to a device that has the built-in capability to convert NMEA0183 to SimNet
/ NME2000
Most NMEA2000 devices can be connected directly to a SimNet backbone and SimNet
devices can be connected to a NMEA2000 network by using adapter cables. (see SimNet
cables list on page 77)
SimNet connector
2
1
5
Pin
4
3
Function
1
CAN_H
2
SimNet power (+) 12 V DC
3
SimNet power (-)
4
Shield
5
CAN_L
SimNet: The basics
28 | Wiring the NSE
•
SimNet is Simrad’s proprietary data network based on NMEA2000 CAN bus.
•
SimNet is a powered network. It must have a separate 12-15 V DC power supply
protected by a 5 Amp fuse. Do not connect the SimNet power cable to the same
terminals as the start batteries, Autopilot Computer, Radar, thruster or other high
current products.
•
A SimNet network consists of a linear “backbone” from which “drop cables” to SimNet
devices connect. Devices that have more than one SimNet connector can be part of a
SimNet backbone (daisy chained) (But not as part of a NMEA2000 backbone).
•
A drop cable is a SimNet cable that connects a SimNet device to the backbone. A drop
cable has a maximum length of 6 m (20 ft).
•
A SimNet Network has a maximum cable length of 120 m (394 ft), which includes
drop cables + 30 m (98.5 ft) mast cable. Total 150 m (500 ft) max.
•
A SimNet network, needs to have a terminator at each end of the backbone. A
terminator can be one of the following:
-
a power cable with built in terminator (red cap)
-
a terminator plug (red cap)
-
terminated in-line joiner (red locking collars)
-
a wind transducer (terminator is in the mast head unit as opposed to mast cable).
•
Certain Simrad products have two SimNet connectors, which can be made to be part
of the backbone. This daisy chaining cannot be part of a NMEA2000 backbone
Menu
•
Menu
NMEA2000 devices can be connected to the SimNet Network providing they:
-
are NMEA2000 certified
-
meet the CE, FCC regulations with a SimNet adapter cable
-
do not exceed the SimNet load specification (please refer to separate document
Simrad SimNet Installation Manual (20222006)
Planning and installing a SimNet backbone
Plan the SimNet backbone carefully
For part numbers. (see “SimNet accessories” on page 77)
The SimNet backbone needs to run between the locations of all SimNet products you
want to install, and be less than a 5.5 m (18 ft) cable run from a SimNet device.
Choose from the following components to make up your SimNet backbone
•
SimNet cables: 0.3 m (1 ft), 2 m (6,6 ft), 5 m (16.6 ft), and 10 m (33 ft) cables
•
SimNet power cables with or without termination
•
SimNet in-line joiner with or without termination
•
T-Joiner. Use at locations where you want to connect a single SimNet device or join
lengths of SimNet cable
•
7 way joiner. Use to connect up to 5 devices at one location
•
Wind transducer. If using a wind sensor, plan to connect this to one end of the
backbone as this has a terminator built in
Power the SimNet network
A SimNet network requires its own 12 V DC power supply protected by a 5 amp fuse or
breaker. For 24 V use a DC-DC converter
Connect power at one end of the backbone for smaller systems using a SimNet power
cable with termination (red cap).
For larger systems introduce power at central point in the backbone to “balance”
the voltage drop of the network. Use SimNet cable without termination (yellow cap)
(24005910)
If joining to an existing NMEA2000 network or similar CAN bus network that has it’s own
power supply, do not connect to another power supply.
Do not connect the SimNet power cable to the same terminals as the start batteries,
Autopilot Computer, Radar, thruster or other high current products
Wiring the NSE | 29
The drawing below shows a small SimNet network. Power is introduced at one end
using a SimNet power cable with termination ending with a second terminator.
F
T
T
+
-
12 V DC
A
B C
D
SimNet drop cable
E
SimNet power
T
SimNet terminator
A slightly larger system is shown below. Power is connected at one end using terminated
power cable. A second terminator is required at the end of the backbone.
F
SimNet
SimNet
SimNet
SimNet
T
drop cable
backbone
power
terminator
Menu
Menu
G
T
T
_
H
+
12 V DC
A
BC
D
Key
30 | Wiring the NSE
E
Description
A
SimNet power source. Stable 12 V DC only
B
5 Amp fuse or breaker
C
Switch
D
SimNet power cable with termination (red disc) (24005902)
E
SimNet 7 way joiner
F
SimNet or NMEA 2000 GPS antenna
G
SimNet backbone daisy chained using instruments with two SimNet ports.
H
SimNet backbone
For a large systems or sailboats with a mast head wind sensor and long mast cable, it
is recommended to use a SimNet noise filter (24006934). On sail boats the filter should
be inserted at the mast junction. On larger systems without a mast head unit, the filter
should be inserted centrally along the backbone.
T
G
Menu
Menu
F
E
F
_
Menu
+
12 V DC
A
G
T
B C
D
F
E
SimNet drop cable
SimNet backbone
SimNet power cable
Key
Description
A
SimNet power source. Stable 12 V DC only
B
5 Amp fuse or breaker
C
Switch
D
SimNet power cable without termination (yellow disc) (24005910)
E
SimNet 7 way joiner
F
SimNet 3 way joiner
G
Terminator
Wiring the NSE | 31
CZone Connection to SimNet
When interfacing to CZONE network it is recommended to use a BEP Network interface
bridge to join the two network backbones together.
The CZONE / NMEA2000 Network interface bridge isolates the power of the two
networks, but allows data to be freely shared between both sides.
The Network Interface has built in terminators so needs to be placed at the extremity of
each network backbone.
The Interface Bridge can also be used for expansion of the SimNet network, when the
maximum node limit (node = any device connected to the SimNet network) for the
network has been reached or the maximum cable length of 150m will be exceeded. Once
an Interface Bridge has been fitted, a further 40 nodes and additional cable length can
be added.
The Network Interface is available from your BEP dealer. For more information please
refer to the BEP web site www.bepmarine.com.
BEP part number 80-911-0057-00
A SimNet to Micro-C cable (24006413 ) is required to connect to a SimNet network.
NETWORK
67$786
5HG1HWZRUN
*UHHQ1HWZRUN
Network 1
Network 2
NETWORK INTERFACE
CZONE
CZONE
SimNet
or other NMEA 2000 network
Below is an example of a SimNet network bridged to a CZone network. In this
example, power is injected twice but connecting the two networks together via the
BEP Network interface bridge provides power isolation and correct termination.
CZONE
T
A
_
F
+
12- 24 V DC
E
CZONE
NETWORK
67$786
5HG1HWZRUN
*UHHQ1HWZRUN
Network 1
Network 2
NETWORK INTERFACE
CZONE
Menu
Menu
T
_
+
12 V DC
B
T
SimNet
C
T
CZONE
G
D
SimNet drop cable
SimNet backbone
SimNet power
CZone NMEA2000 Network
T
Key
32 | Wiring the NSE
Description
A
NSE
B
SimNet power cable with termination
C
SimNet 7 way joiner
D
SimNet 3 way joiner
E
BEP Network interface bridge
F
Micro-C power cable
G
Micro-C network with Micro-C T joiners
Network terminators
Ethernet
The NSE system uses an Ethernet network to interconnect high bandwidth devices such
as other NSE displays, radar and echo sounder. Each NSE display has three network
ports with 5 pin connectors. Ethernet network cables have orange connectors that are
retained by a bayonet type locking collar.
If more than three network devices need to be connected, use the optional network
expansion Port.
For multi-station systems it is recommended to use a network expansion port to join two
or more displays. Connecting this way removes the dependency of another display being
powered on that may have an Ethernet device connected, such as a radar
Ethernet connector
5 4
1
3
2
Pin
Function
1
TX +
2
TX -
3
RX +
4
RX -
5
GND
Single Station
Broadband Sounder™
Broadband Radar™
Wiring the NSE | 33
Dual and Multi Station
If there is more than one display it is recommended to use a network expansion port
Network Expansion Port
NETWORK
NETWORK
NETWORK
NETWORK
POWER
NETWORK
Broadband Radar™
Broadband Sounder™
Alternatively you can connect two or more NSE displays without an network expansion
port. However, this will mean any display with a device connected by Ethernet will need
to be powered on for other NSE displays to use the device.
DISPLAY A
Broadband Sounder™
DISPLAY B
Broadband Radar™
Display (A) must always be on to enable radar and echo sounder data transfer to
DISPLAY (B)
34 | Wiring the NSE
Connecting to Navico HD Radar / Older Sirius Weather module
(RJ45 Ethernet connectors)
Ethernet Adapter cable 5 Pin yellow female to Navico RJ45 cable. (Straight
though
000-10438-001
NMEA0183 wiring
To exchange NME0183 data, the NSE8 and NSE12 display units have a NMEA0183
communication port.
The port uses RS422 protocol and can be configured in the software for different baud
rates. NMEA sentences can be turned on or off. (see “NMEA 0183 output” on page 67)
(see “Supported NMEA0183 sentences” on page 81) for a complete list of sentences
1
2
3
Pin
VIDEO IN
+
+
-
RS422
Key
Pin
Color
A
B
8
4
6
5
Function
1
Video 1 Ground
2
Video 1 (+)
3
Video 2 Ground
4
Video 2 (+)
5
RS422 TX -
6
RS422 TX +
7
RS422 RX +
8
Rs422 RX -
RX - TX RX + TX +
NMEA0183 Talker
TX - RX TX + RX +
NMEA0183 Listner
C
Cable color description
A
Red
Video in port 1
B
Green
Video in port 2
8
Orange
RS422 RX -
7
Green
RS422 RX +
6
Yellow
RS422 TX +
5
Blue
RS422 TX -
C
7
Cable Connector
Wiring the NSE | 35
Video In
Connect up to two composite video cameras to each display unit using the supplied Video
/ Data cable. This connects to the VIDEO IN port on the rear of the display. Video inputs
are only displayed locally and are not distributed to other displays. Only one video input
can be viewed at a time. Video inputs can be cycled.
Video In Connector
1
2
3
Pin
VIDEO IN
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
7
6
8
4
5
Function
1
Video 1 Ground
2
Video 1 (+)
3
Video 2 Ground
4
Video 2 (+)
5
RS422 TX -
6
RS422 TX +
7
RS422 RX -
8
Rs422 RX +
Video In / Data Cable (000-00129-001)
+
+
-
A
B
C
Key
Description
A
Red
Video in port 1
B
Green
Video in port 2
Orange
RS422 RX -
Green
RS422 RX +
Yellow
RS422 TX +
Blue
RS422 TX -
C
36 | Wiring the NSE
Color
Video Out
The NSE display has a DVI-I Video connector. Connect a second display to replicate what
is on the screen of the NSE display.
A DI10 display can only interface to NSE8 and DI15 only to NSE12 due to fixed
resolutions.
The MO-L series monitors or another scalable monitor or TV can be connected to either
NSE8 and NSE12
MO15-L, MO17-L,
or MO19-L
(scales to suit input)
B
DI15
From NSE12
only
(1024x768)
VIDEO OUT
A
DI10
From NSE8
only
(800x600)
See page 78 for monitor and cable options and part numbers.
Wiring the NSE | 37
Connecting Broadband Radar
B
SimNet
Network
Power
Scanner cable
A
C
D
E
G
F
F
G
H
H
I
J
White RX+
Brown RX-
_ +
AT10HD
NMEA083 to SimNet
Converter Heading Only
TX+
TX-
Cut off 12 Pin
plug to expose bare wires
NMEA0183 10 Hz Heading
(e.g Gyro, Sat Compass)
Alternative: NMEA0183 heading
Key
Description
A
NSE Display.
B
BroadBand™ Radar system for NSE. Includes parts C,D and E.
C
Scanner cable. 20 m (65 ft) : Optional 10 m (33 ft) and 30 m (98 ft).
D
RI10 Radar interface box.
E
Ethernet cable. The Broadband Radar comes with a 1.8 m (6 ft) 5 pin
cable. The radar can be connected directly to NSE or via a Network
Expansion Port (see “Ethernet” on page 33) for more information. (see
“Ethernet cables (yellow)” on page 78) for more cable length options.
F
SimNet Drop Cables: The Broadband Radar and NSE are connected to
the SimNet backbone The Radar dome uses heading at 10 hz to calculate
MARPA. (Not included)
G
Power cable. (see “Power” on page 24). Always use a fuse or breaker.
H
SimNet backbone. (see “SimNet” on page 28)
I
Power control bus: In this case the Broadband Radar is connected to
Power Control Bus. It is turned on when the NSE is powered on.
J
For MARPA and chart overlay use a heading sensor.
Either a SimNet / NMEA2000 heading sensor such as the RC42. Or if a
NMEA0183 10 hz heading sensor is installed, convert to SimNet using a
AT10HD or connect to the NMEA in port on a NSE. (see “NMEA0183 wiring”
on page 35)
38 | Wiring the NSE
Connecting HD Radar
2 kW 12 V DC ONLY
4 kW & 6 kW 12 or 24 V DC
10 kW & 25 kW 24 V DC ONLY
Scanner
B
Optional 2nd HD Radar
AT10HD
Ethernet
C
M
D
A
E
POWER
NETWORK
H
NETWORK
F
NETWORK
NETWORK
H
NETWORK
G
G
I
I
J
L
K
K
_ +
White RX+
Brown RX-
AT10HD
NMEA083 to SimNet
Converter Heading Only
K
TX+
TX-
Cut off 12 Pin
plug to expose bare wires
NMEA0183 10 Hz Heading
(e.g Gyro, Sat Compass)
Alternative: NMEA0183 heading
Key
Description
A
NSE display
B
HD Radar Scanner: Options are 2 kW or 4 kW Radome, and 6 kW, 10 kW or 25
kW open array.
C
Scanner cable
D
HD Radar Processor
E
Network Expansion Port (NEP)
F
Ethernet Adapter X over. RJ45 to Yellow 5 pin
G
Ethernet network cable 5 pin yellow Male / Male
H
Ethernet Adapter Straight through. RJ45 to Yellow 5 pin
I
SimNet backbone.
J
Power cable. Make sure a fuse is used. See Radar installation manual for fuse
size. Note voltage requirements are model dependant
K
AT10HD: SimNet to NMEA0183 converter (Heading only @10 Hz). Provides
heading to the radar processor for MARPA calculations
L
RC42 SimNet heading sensor. Required for radar chart overlay and MARPA)
M
Optional 2nd Radar
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Dual Radar Support
BR24 and HD radar
Interference will be seen on BR24 at most ranges, when a pulse radar is transmitting
at the same time on the same boat. It is Navico’s recommendation to only transmit one
radar at a time: e.g. BR24 for typical navigational usage, or pulse radar to locate weather
cells, defined coastlines at a distance and to trigger Racons.
B
L
C
A
D
E
POWER
NETWORK
M
F
NETWORK
NETWORK
NETWORK
G
NETWORK
F
F
F
H
H
I
K
J
J
_ +
White RX+
Brown RX-
AT10HD
NMEA083 to SimNet
Converter Heading Only
TX+
TX-
Cut off 12 Pin
plug to expose bare wires
NMEA0183 10 Hz Heading
(e.g Gyro, Sat Compass)
Alternative: NMEA0183 heading
Key
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Description
A
NSE display
B
HD radar Scanner: Options are 2 kW or 4 kW Radome and 6 kW, 10 kW or 25
kW open array.
C
Scanner cables
D
HD Radar Processor
E
Network Expansion Port (NEP)
F
Ethernet network cable 5 pin yellow Male / Male
G
Ethernet Adapter Straight through. RJ45 to Yellow 5 pin (BLACK)
H
SimNet backbone.
I
Power cable. Make sure a fuse is used. See Radar installation manual for fuse
size. Note voltage requirements are model dependant
J
AT10HD: SimNet to NMEA0183 converter (Heading only @10 Hz). Provides
heading to the radar processor for MARPA calculations
K
RC42 SimNet heading sensor (required for chart overlay and MARPA)
L
BR24 Scanner
M
RI10 Radar Interface box for BR24
Connecting BSM-1 Broadband Echosounder
F
A
2 1
3 7
6
4
5
B
C
E
B
D
_ +
Key
Description
A
NSE display
B
BSM-1 Broadband Echosounder module
C
Ethernet cable yellow 5 pin (see “Ethernet cables (yellow)” on page 78) for
more cable length options. Cable can be connected directly to NSE or via a
Network Expansion Port (see “Ethernet” on page 33)
D
12 or 24 V DC
E
Transducer:. (see “Compatible BSM-1 Transducers” on page 77)
F
Transducer Connector
Pin 1
Depth +
Pin 2
Speed
Pin 3
Speed power
Pin 4
Temp
Pin 5
Depth -
Pin 6
Shield
Pin 7
Temp / speed ground
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Connecting BSM-2 Broadband Echosounder
A
B
C
D
E
F
_ +
Key
Description
A
NSE display
B
BSM-2 Broadband Echosounder module
C
Ethernet cable yellow 5 pin (see “Ethernet cables (yellow)” on page 78)
for more cable length options. Cable can be connected directly to NSE or via
a Network Expansion Port. (see “Ethernet” on page 33)
D
12 or 24 V DC
E
Speed paddle wheel transducer
F
Sonar transducer
Note: transducers are hard-wired in to the BSM-2 module; see Simrad
BSM-2 Broadband Sounder Module manual for further details
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Connecting LSS-1 StructureScan
A
LTW
B
C
E
F
Key
A
LTW
LTW
_ +
LTW
LTW
D
Description
NSE display
B
LSS-1 StructureScan module
C
Ethernet cable yellow 5 pin (see “Ethernet cables (yellow)” on page 78)
for more cable length options. Cable can be connected directly to NSE or via
a Network Expansion Port (see “Ethernet” on page 33)
D
12 or 24 V DC
E
StructureScan Y-cable (optional)
F
LSS-1 Thru-hull transducer
See the LSS-1 Sonar Module manual for further transducer mounting
information.
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Commission the system
Turning on the system for the first time
Before starting the system for the first time, check the following;
•
Check radar is physically clear to rotate (where ‘open array’ scanner is fitted)
•
Leave a HD pulse radar in standby for 30 minutes before transmitting for the first
time
•
Check all personnel are clear of radar beam (HD Radar)
•
Check all wiring is correctly connected. Apply power to the breaker
To turn ON the display, press and release the PWR key.
To place display in to Standby, press PWR key and select stand by.
To turn OFF the display, press and hold PWR key for three seconds.
If you turn the unit ON when no external equipment is connected you will be asked to
run in simulator mode.
Operating the menu system
In this manual you will see few direct text references to keys, menus and menu entries,
and few step-by-step descriptions. By using graphics we will guide you to the key and
the required menu selections.
In the illustrations throughout the commissioning section the following symbols are used:
Single short
press on illustrated key
MENU
MENU
WIN
3s
MENU
WIN
Press twice
on illustrated
key
x2
WIN
Press and hold
on illustrated key
with time indication
Single short
press on rotary knob
Rotate rotary
knob
PLOT
MARK
GO TO
VESSEL
PLOT
MARK
GO TO
VESSEL
References to keys on the operator panel are written in boldface, e.g. WIN key.
For further information on the operating the system refer to the Operation Manual
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Commissioning checklist
The NSE has a number of advanced features which can be configured through the
settings menu.
It is recommend you become familiar with the operation of the unit using the default
settings before making any changes to these menus.
Settings menus will vary depending on the optional sensors and devices attached.
Before changing system settings make sure that all displays are powered on as a lot of
settings are global and are shared across the Ethernet network.
It is recommended to note the original settings before making adjustments or changes.
NSE related check list
Refer
Page
System
Set Language
46
Set Units
Set time
46
Set Time and Date format
46
Set power control option if used. Repeat on all relevant displays
46
Data sources
Perform auto source selection
51
Perform any manual source set up
51
Set NMEA0183 baud rate and output sentences. Settings relevant to displays with NMEA0183 devices attached.
67
Set up of SimNet groups for parameters such as dimming and alarms
51
Set up SimNet source selection groups as needed or leave as default.
Default is all parameters are set to SIMRAD group
52
Any custom setup of devices such as renaming sources. Source select
advanced
52
Calibrate any dock side devices e.g SimNet depth offset
Confirm Auto pilot interface
58
Echosounder
Set transducer type
48
Set depth offset
47
Sea temperature calibration
48
Speed calibration
48
Water speed averaging
48
Radar
Set antenna height: HD and Broadband Radar
51
Set zero bearing: HD and Broadband Radar (note, perform heading sensor
calibration first
51
Set zero range (main bang): HD Radar
50
Adjust for local interference: Broadband Radar
49
Park angle: Open array HD Radar
49
Heading sensor calibration
61
AIS
Enter own ships MMSI number
68
Back up settings
Create a backup of the display settings and transfer to portable drive or SD
card
70
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System settings menu
9
To access the system settings menu press
MENU
x2
WIN
Language
Language used on menus and dialog boxes
Step 1
PLOT
MARK
Step 2
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Choose
Language
Step 3
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Select
Language
Notes
The display will need to be restarted for
change to take effect
GOTO
VESSEL
Yes to
restart
Time: Local Time, Time format, Date Format
Step 1
PLOT
MARK
Step 2
Step 3
Notes
Local time (Time Offset) against GMT
from the GPS.
GOTO
VESSEL
Choose
MENU
Default is GMT
WIN
Local time
To time fomat
or save
PLOT
MARK
MENU
WIN
Highlight
Time format
12 or 24 hour time values
Default is 12 hour
GOTO
VESSEL
Choose
Time format
MENU
WIN
To date format
or Save
Save
PLOT
MARK
MENU
WIN
Highlight Date
format
GOTO
VESSEL
Choose Date
format
Or
Cancel
Day/Month/Year
Month/Day/Year
Power Control
If the system has been wired to use the yellow power control wire, it is necessary to
make each display either a power control Slave or power control Master. Refer to Power
Control section on page 24.
Step 1
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Choose
Power control
mode
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Step 2
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Select Power
Control mode
Step 3
Notes
Echosounder setup
The following section applies to the BSM-1, BSM-2, .
Depth offset
Is a value that can be entered to make the depth on the Echo page represent either
depth below the transducer or depth below the surface.
A) Depth below Keel value: Is the distance from transducer to the keel:
Enter a negative value.
B) Depth Below Transducer: no offset required.
C) Depth Below Surface (waterline) value: Is the distance from transducer to the
surface:
Enter a positive value.
A
B
C
Water speed calibration
Calibration can be performed from the Echo Installation page or the Network menu if a
paddle wheel is connected to the BSM-1 or BSM-2. The calibration value is stored in the
echo module, so all devices using it as a speed source will display the calibrated value.
The example below shows the Network calibration method.
Water speed off set
Water speed calibration is used to adjust the speed value
from the paddle wheel to match the actual speed. This
can be measured either from the GPS speed over ground
(SOG) or by timing the boat over a known distance. Water
speed calibration should be performed with as little wind
and current movement as possible.
Select Auto correct to match water speed to ground
speed
Manual calculation. If in average the water speed reads
8.5 knots and SOG records 10 knots. Increase the offset
to 117%. The calculation is:
Difference in speed
Paddle wheel speed
x 100.
If water speed is lower than SOG then increase the calibration value.
Calibration range is 10-400 % for network speed sources,
but 50-200% for BSM-1. Default is 100 %
Echosounder software
version
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Software version is displayed in the header of the Installation dialogue. To upgrade
echosounder software (see “Upgrading Module Firmware” on page 55)
Water speed averaging
Dampens the water speed by averaging over the selected time interval. The higher the
setting, the less the more consistent the displayed value will appear to be.
Calibration range: 1-30 seconds. Default is 1 second.
Water temperature calibration
Temperature calibration is used to adjust the water temperature value from the echo
sounder transducer to match the data from another temperature sensor.
If the vessel is fitted with an LSS-1 as well as a BSM-1 or BSM-2 with a temperature
sensing transducer, then the water temperature calibration option will be shown for both
modules.
Calibration range: -9.9° - +9.9°. Default is 0°.
Water temperature averaging
Dampens the water temperature by averaging over the selected time interval. The higher
the setting, the less the more consistent the displayed value will appear to be.
If the vessel is fitted with an LSS-1 as well as a BSM-1 or BSM-2 with a temperature
sensing transducer, then the water temperature averaging option will be shown for both
modules.
Calibration range: 1-30 seconds. Default is 1 second.
Transducer type
Transducer type is used for selecting the transducer model connected to the
echosounder module. In some transducers with built-in temperature sensors, the
temperature may not be correct if the correct transducer is not selected from the
transducer type menu. The BSM-2 allows selection of two transducers, one for the
high frequency band, and one for the low frequency band. These may be two individual
transducers, or a single transducer with seperate cabling for each set of elements ie the
Airmar R299. Refer to the BSM-2 Installation Guide for further details.
For BSM-1(see “Compatible BSM-1 Transducers” on page 77).
For BSM-2 compatible transducers, refer to the BSM-2 Broadband Sounder Module
manual.
Other depth sources such as NMEA 2000 smart transducers, will have their own
calibration.
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Radar setup
Basic set up is required on all new radar installations. The set up varies slightly between
Broadband radar and the range of conventional HD pulse radars. The NSE will detect the
type of radar and display relevant information.
If two radar exist on the network, both radar will require individual setup. When the first
radar setup is completed choose the second radar from SOURCES in the Radar Options
menu, then complete second radar setup.
Broadband Radar™
HD Pulse Radar
To commission a 3G
or BR24 Radar:
To commission a
pulse radar;
•
set bearing
alignment
•
set bearing
alignment
•
set antenna
height
•
set antenna
height.
•
local interference
rejection (if
needed)
•
set range
offset
•
Park angle for
open array
scanners
HD Pulse Radars: Leave in standby for 30 min before transmitting. (First time only) to
burn in the magnetron.
Radar software version
Radar type and software version are displayed under radar installation. To upgrade radar
software refer to Software Upgrades on page 71.
Radar Transmit,
Standby or off
Press Radar function button to display the radar
9
MENU
WIN
Press Menu to bring
up radar options
To make radar adjustments.
•
select item to
adjust
9
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Adjust the setting
value as needed
MENU
Setting value is displayed on screen
WIN
To confirm
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Broadband Radar™
Interference from some onboard sources can interfere
with the Broadband radar. One symptom of this could be a
large target on the screen that remains in the same relative
bearing even if the vessel changes direction.
Choose from Local interference rejection Low, Med or high.
Default is off
HD Pulse Radar
Range Offset
The timing of the transmit and receive circuits can be adjusted to determine zero range.
Position the vessel stationary about 150-200 m from a
straight jetty or sea wall. Set the radar to 1/8 nm. If the
sea wall appears bent or bowed adjust until the wall appears straight
All Radars
•
This will compensate for any physical misalignment of
the scanner in relation to the center line of the vessel
Set the radar to transmit. Point the boat in the direction
of a stationary objet such as a pier or the end of a head
land or peninsular. Adjust the bearing alignment so the
heading line touches the end of the same head land or
peninsular.
Set the radar scanner height. The Radar uses this value to
calculate sea clutter
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Data setup
Data set up is required on initial start up of the system, or if any part of the SimNet or
NMEA 2000 network has been changed or replaced.
From Network in the main system settings menu you can
•
Select SimNet / NMEA2000 data sources either automatically
or manually
•
Configure SimNet / NMEA2000 devices
•
Control how device parameters such as backlighting, units
and damping are grouped on the network
•
Share waypoints via SimNet or NMEA2000
•
Monitor and diagnose both Ethernet and SimNet Networks
•
Setup NMEA0183 port, baud rate and output data
•
Control damping
SimNet / NMEA2000 setup
Source selection (Auto select)
SimNet Plug and Play offers easy and uncomplicated interfacing to data sources with
automatic system setup.
The Auto Select option will look for all sources connected to the NSE system. If more
than one source is available for each data type, the NSE will automatically select from an
internal SimNet priority list.
Make sure all devices are connected and are turned on
Step 1
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Choose
Auto Select
Step 2
PLOT
MARK
Step 3
Step 4
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Start Auto
Select
GOTO
VESSEL
Select OK
when finished
Source selection (Manual)
Devices can be selected manually to be the preferred source. This is useful if you have
more than one of the same type of device on the network e.g. two GPS antennas.
It is also useful if you prefer that one display is to get position from one GPS antenna
and another display to get position from another GPS antenna.
Group Source Selection (SIMRAD)
SimNet products such as the NSE, IS20 or AP24 have the ability to;
•
use data sources that all other products on the network use, or use a data source
independently from other units.
•
globally change all displays over to a different source from any display. (This will only
include products set to Simrad Group mode.)
When configuring data sources on an NSE display you can select or change a source
used by all the displays on the SimNet network, this is called group source selection.
For example you can select to change the position source globally on all displays that are
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in a source selection group.
There is only one source selection group available and this is group is called Simrad.
There are ten categories of sources such as Compass, Navigation, Position etc. Under
each of these categories a display can be set to receive data from sources as part of the
Simrad group or receive the source data independently from the group (None)
The example below shows the available options for position sources, and that the GS15
GPS is used by all displays with group selection set to Simrad. If you selected the GS10
all displays in the Simrad group would use the GS10 GPS.
Group Source Selection (NONE)
You may prefer one display to receive its position information from the GS10 antenna
independently from the rest of the displays in the source selection group Simrad.
Set the position information to None.
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Select None
PLOT
MARK
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Select the GS10 antenna
GOTO
VESSEL
9
Under the position category,
change group selection from
Simrad to None
MENU
WIN
to confirm and exit
Source selection advanced
Allows the selection of a source not using Simrad group - eg Engine and Tank sources.
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SimNet Groups
The SimNet Group function is used to control parameter settings, either globally or in
groups of units. It groups parameter settings such as backlighting, units and alarms.
The function is used on larger vessels where several units are connected via the SimNet
network. By assigning several units to the same group, a parameter update on one unit
will have the same effect on the rest of the group members.
The following example shows a two station installation. All four displays in the cockpit
have their Display and Alarms in a different SimNet Group from the displays on the
bridge. If a back light or alarm is adjusted on a display in the cockpit, it will change on all
displays in the cockpit. It wont change the back light or alarms or displays on the bridge.
Bridge
PLOT
MARK
NSE
GO TO
VESSEL
MENU
OUT
MOB
1
4 GHI
2 ABC
5 JKL
7PQRS
8 TUV
STBY
AUTO
0
PLOT
MARK
NSE
WIN
RANGE
IN
MOB
GO TO
VESSEL
MENU
OUT
MOB
3 DEF
1
6 MNO
4 GHI
9WXYZ
PWR
WIN
RANGE
2 ABC
5 JKL
7PQRS
8 TUV
STBY
AUTO
0
6 MNO
J1
CHART
RADAR
ECHO
NAV
INFO
PAGES
CHART
PLOT
MARK
NSE
1
4 GHI
ECHO
NAV
GO TO
VESSEL
MENU
OUT
MOB
RADAR
IN
MOB
2 ABC
3 DEF
5 JKL
7PQRS
8 TUV
STBY
AUTO
0
J3
J2
J1
PLOT
MARK
RADAR
ECHO
NAV
INFO
PAGES
1
6 MNO
4 GHI
9WXYZ
PWR
CHART
RADAR
J2
GO TO
VESSEL
MENU
OUT
MOB
WIN
RANGE
2 ABC
5 JKL
7PQRS
8 TUV
STBY
AUTO
0
IN
MOB
3 DEF
6 MNO
9WXYZ
PWR
J1
CHART
J3
PAGES
NSE
WIN
RANGE
INFO
IS20
IN
MOB
3 DEF
9WXYZ
PWR
ECHO
NAV
INFO
J3
J2
J1
J3
J2
IS20
PAGES
Cockpit
Step 1
Step 2
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Choose the
SimNet Group
Step 3
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Select OK
when finished
Notes
There are seven
groups or none to
choose from.
Default is Simrad
Select the SimNet
Group to be applied
to the category
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Damping
Controls how quickly instruments respond to changes in values from sensors.
Damping can be used for heading, wind, boat speed and depth instruments.
Increasing the damping applies more averaging or smoothing of the data update rate
on the instrument or display. Damping settings are applied to SimNet displays and
Instruments belonging to particular damping SimNet Groups.
Device List
Using the Device List Function you can:
•
list all of the active SimNet and NMEA2000 devices on the network, showing model
description and serial number. Devices can be sorted by model ID or by serial number
•
display information relating to a device such as, name, manufacturer, software
version, instance, status
•
give the device a logical name relevant to the user
•
see data coming from the device
Enter a logical
name for the
device such as
a location to
differentiate
same devices
e.g. GS15 Port
Some devices can be configured
further
Device data can be viewed
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CZone Setup
In order to communicate with the CZone modules connected to the network, the NSE
display must be assigned a unique CZone Display Dipswitch setting.
The functionality of the CZone system is determined by the CZone Config File (.zcf),
which is stored on all CZone modules, and supported Simrad displays such as the NSE.
The file is created using the CZone Configuration Tool, a specialised PC application
available from BEP Marine Ltd, and associated CZone distributors.
The NSE system provides a means to load the Config file, as well as apply updates to
module firmware, removing the need to take a laptop computer aboard the vessel.
Enabling CZone Functionality
Once CZone is enabled, an addtional CZone menu appears at the bottom of the
Advanced Settings page.
Assigning the Dipswitch Setting
Every Simrad product capable of controlling and viewing CZone devices must be
assigned a virtual dipswitch setting. This setting is unique for each device. Typically it
is set after the config file already exists on the CZone system, but it may also be set in
advance.
When the config is already available on the network (on a Czone module, or loaded to
another Simrad display), it will immediately commence uploading to the NSE once the
dipswitch is set. Allow this to complete, without interruption.
Setting CZone to Display at Startup
With this option selected, the CZone control page will be shown first, every time the NSE
is powered up.
CZone Backlight Control
Enabling this will cause the NSE to synchronize it’s backlight setting with that of any
CZone Display Interfaces set up to share backlight settings.
Import and Backup a Config File
The files page may be used to import CZone config files, or export a copy to a Micro
SD card. Importing will overwright the existing file on the NSE and all connected CZone
devices.
Upgrading Module Firmware
The files page also allows the loading of CZone module firmware updates. Pressing menu
with the firmware highlighted will bring up the UPGRADE option. Once selected, choose
which modules to upgrade, and select start. Firware is module specific, so only modules
of the same type will be shown.
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OP40 Controller Setup
From the factory the OP40 controller is not assigned to control any NSE unit and will not
be responsive until it has been assigned to control an NSE unit on the network.
NSE displays will need to be turned on using their PWR button (if not already switched on
by the yellow power control wire). When in OP40 configuration mode, all four OP40 LEDs
will be lit red. Once connected and powered up the OP40 configuration wizard can be
entered into at any time with a 5 second press of the DISPLAY key.
Assigning an OP40 control of a single display
Press 1, 2, 3 or 4 to assign DISPLAY
A to LED position 1, 2, 3 or 4 respectively.
DISPLAY A is now assigned to LED position 1 of this OP40
Example user presses 1
1
2 ABC
3 DEF
4 GHI
5 JKL
6 MNO
7 PQRS
8 TUV
9 WXYZ
0
PWR
STBY
AUTO
Assigning an OP40 to control multiple displays
Press DISPLAY key until the display to
be assigned shows the active display
page.
Displays connected to other NSE units
will show the inactive selection page
It is logical to assign LED(s) 1 through 4 (left to right) to units moving from left to right.
Note: During assignment the letters assigned to each display (for assignment purposes
only) are random and are not in any particular order.
Assign each display to an LED number by selecting a number one through four.
Unassign a display from an OP40
9
MENU
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WIN
Configure the next OP40
To take command of another OP40
in configuration mode press and
hold the DISPLAY key for 1 second
MOB
DISPLAY
1 Sec
Finish OP40 configuration
To Exit out of OP40 configuration
mode press X
9
MENU
WIN
OP40 LED sequences
Steady Red: Processor assigned to LED
position 1 powered OFF
Steady Green: Processor assigned to
LED position 1 powered ON
All LEDs steady RED: System started but
the OP40 is not assigned to any display
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Autopilot Setup
If an AC12, AC42, or SG05 autopilot computer is connected to an NSE system, autopilot
control functionality will be available on the NSE.
The NSE can be connected to a full autopilot system including an AP24 or AP28 control
head, or the NSE can be used as the only control head in the autopilot system.
Wiring the autopilot system
The AC12, AC42, or SG05 are connected to the NSE system using the SimNet network.
For more information about how to install and wire the autopilot, refer to the separate
AC12/AC42 Installation manual (doc no 20222568), or SG05 Installation manual (doc no
20223210A).
x2
MENU
WIN
x2
Verifying the autopilot connection
When an AC12, AC42, or SG05 is connected
to the NSE system, the NSE will automatically
detect the autopilot and an Autopilot menu
item will be included in the Settings menu.
MENU
WIN
If no Autopilot item is available in the menu,
establish the connection by running the auto
select process.
The auto select process may also be used if
the list of data sources needs to be updated
when a unit has been physically replaced.
If the AC12/42 later is disconnected the
Autopilot menu item will remain available, but
only a few of the menu items will be available.
Commissioning the autopilot
Before you perform any commissioning of the autopilot, the hardware installation and
electrical connections must be completed as described above and in the separate AC12,
AC42, or SG05 Installation manual.
When the autopilot installation is confirmed, the commissioning procedures must be
performed. Failure in setting up the autopilot correctly may prohibit the autopilot from
functioning properly.
The setup of the autopilot computers (AC12/42/SG05) can be done from the NSE unit
or from the AP24 or AP28 control head, if such is included in the system. The following
sections describe how you configure the autopilot from the NSE unit. If you select to
setup the system from an AP24 or AP28 control head, refer to the AP24 Operator manual
(part no 20222535) or the AP28 Operator manual (part no 20222527).
If you connect the NSE to an already commissioned autopilot system, you only have to
do an automatic source selection as described above before the autopilot is ready to be
used.
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Dockside setup
The dockside procedures are initiated from the commissioning dialog. Completed
procedures are labelled with a tick.
x2
MENU
WIN
When the autopilot computer is delivered from factory AND ANY TIME AFTER AN
AUTOPILOT RESET HAS BEEN PERFORMED, you will have to run a complete setup again.
All steps in all commissioning procedures are clearly described on-screen, and you will
be guided step by step through the process.
1
Press the STBY/AUTO key to ensure that the autopilot is in standby mode
2
Activate the autopilot commissioning dialog as shown above
3
Select boat type
-
4
The boat type setting is used by the system to select appropriate preset steering
parameters. It will also affect available autopilot features.
Perform the rudder calibration
Rudder feedback calibration:
-
Used if you have a rudder feedback unit installed. This calibration is used to ensure
that the physical rudder movement corresponds to the rudder angle displayed on
the NSE unit.
VRF (Virtual Rudder Feedback) calibration:
-
The Virtual Feedback option enables your autopilot to steer without a conventional
rudder feedback unit. This function is designed for vessels up to 40 ft. powered by
outboard or stern drives only.
-
The Virtual Feedback option will only be available when there is no feedback unit
connected at first time turn on or at turn on after an autopilot reset.
Installing a feedback unit will enhance the performance of the autopilot and provide an
accurate rudder angle indicator on the autopilot display. Unless impractical or impossible,
a rudder feedback unit should be installed.
5
Set the drive voltage (not required for SG05 systems)
-
6
Refer to the drive unit table in the AC12/AC42 Installation manual or to your drive
unit documentation for information.
Run the rudder test as described in the on-screen instructions
If the boat uses power assisted steering, it is important that the engine or electric motor
used to enable the power assist steering is turned on prior to this test.
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Stand CLEAR of the wheel and do not attempt to take manual control of the
wheel during this test!
-
When this test is started the autopilot computer will issue a series of PORT and
STBD rudder commands and automatically verify correct rudder direction. It
detects minimum power to drive the rudder and reduces the rudder speed if it
exceeds the maximum preferred speed (8°/sec.) for autopilot operation. The
system will also detect whether the drive unit is a reversible motor or if a solenoid
valve is operated.
Rudder drive setup
The rudder drive setup controls how the autopilot computer
controls the steering system.
Drive voltage
Voltage specified for your drive unit.
The Drive unit voltage setting does not apply when the system
operates solenoids on a continuous running pump/steering gear, or
when the system uses an SG05. Hence, the output voltage to the
solenoids will be the same as the input voltage.
Refer to the drive unit table in the AC12/AC42 Installation manual or to your drive unit
documentation for information.
Selection of improper voltage level for your drive unit may damage both the
drive unit and the AC12/42 even if the protection circuits are activated.
Drive engage
Clutch
This is the default setting and it allows you to steer the boat
with the helm or wheel when in STBY mode (FU and NFU
modes) as well as in all auto steering modes
Auto
This option is typically used to switch between two rudder
speeds on a continuous running pump, used when different
rudder speeds are required for automatic and Follow-up/NonFollow-up steering
Motor output
Shows the amount of power needed to achieve the correct rudder speed. The reading is
obtained from the Rudder test.
The automatically set value may be increased or decreased.
Rudder deadband
This parameter is used to prevent the rudder from hunting. The reading is obtained from
the Rudder test which optimizes the deadband to the speed of the boat and the pressure
on the rudder.
If the auto-setting does not perform properly due to high inertia from the wheel or a
loose steering gear, it can be adjusted manually. Find the lowest possible value that
will prevent the rudder from continuous hunting. A wide deadband will cause inaccurate
steering.
The rudder deadband setting is not available when the autopilot is configured for Virtual
Rudder Feedback.
Seatrials
A seatrial can only be performed if the dockside settings are completed and confirmed.
The seatrial must always be performed in open waters at a safe distance from other
traffic.
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You can switch the autopilot to standby mode and take manual control of the boat at any
time during the seatrial by pressing the STBY/AUTO key.
The following seatrial calibration should be done:
-
Compass calibration; used to automatically compensate for on-board magnetic
interference
-
Compass offset adjustment, used to compensate for a fixed offset in the final
heading readout
-
Wind calibration to compensate for a fixed mechanical offset of the Wind vane
-
Boat speed calibration
-
Transition HI/LO speed setting (the speed at which you want to change the set of
steering parameters)
-
Automatic tuning of the steering parameters
-
Setting the seastate filer
-
Saiboat setup
Compass calibration
Before the compass calibration is started, make sure that there is enough open water
around the vessel to make a full turn.
The calibration should be done in calm sea conditions and with minimal wind to obtain
good results. Follow the on-screen instruction, and use about 60-90 seconds to make a
full circle.
x2
MENU
WIN
During the calibration, the compass will measure the magnitude and direction of the local
magnetic field. Refer graphic on next page.
-
If the local magnetic field is stronger than the earth’s magnetic field (the local field
is reading more than 100%), the compass calibration will fail
-
If the local field is reading more than 30%, you should look for any interfering
magnetic objects and remove them, or you should move the compass to a different
location. The (local) field angle will guide you to the local interfering magnetic
object.
Calibration must be made on the compass that is active for the autopilot. If another
model compass from Simrad or another manufacturer is installed, refer to the instruction
for that compass regarding calibration.
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LUBBER LINE
20%
Magnitude of local field
in % of earth’s magnetic
field.
10
Direction of local field
with respect to lubber
line. It can also be on the
reciprocal.
In certain areas and at high latitudes the local magnetic interference becomes more
significant and heading errors exceeding ±3° may have to be accepted.
Compass mounting offset
After compass calibration, the difference between the compass lubber line and the boat’s
center line should be compensated for.
1
Find the bearing from the boat position to a visible object. Use a chart or a chart
plotter
2
Steer the boat so that the center line of the boat is aligned with the bearing line
pointing towards the object
3
Change the offset parameter so that the bearing to the object and the compass
readout becomes equal. Refer graphic above
Make sure that both the compass heading and the bearing to the object have the same
unit (°M or °T).
Setting the transition HI/LO speed
This is the speed at which the system automatically
changes from LO to HI steering parameters.
On power boats it is recommended that you set a value
that represents the speed where the hull begins to plane
or the speed where you change from slow to cruising
speed.
On sailboats the transition speed should be set to 3-4
knots to give the best response in a tack.
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LO
HI
p
res
on
se
p
res
on
se
Transition to LO parameters
with increasing speed: 10kn
Transition speed set to 9kn
Transition to HI parameters
with decreasing speed: 8kn
Active response parameter set is shown in the autopilot popup, and the following
abbreviations are used:
HI-A
High response parameters set automatically
LO-A
Low response parameters set automatically
HI-M
High response parameters set manually
LO-M
Low response parameter set manually
Autotuning
The autotune feature will run the boat through several tests and then automatically set
the most important steering parameters.
Autotune is not required for the autopilot to function as it is preset with steering
parameters that should steer most boats in the 30-50 foot range.
You can manually set all parameters that are set during autotuning. Refer next page.
Seastate filter
The Seastate filter is used to reduce rudder activity and autopilot
sensitivity in rough weather.
OFF
Seastate filter is disabled. This is default
AUTO
Reduces rudder activity and autopilot sensitivity in rough weather by an adaptive process.
The AUTO setting is recommended if you want
to use the seastate filter
MANUAL
Linked to the steering response control settings
described previously. It may be used to manually find the optimum combination of course
keeping and low rudder activity in rough but
steady sea conditions
Setting sailing parameters
Sailing parameter settings are only available if the
boat type is set to Sail.
Tack time
When performing a tack in WIND mode, the rate of
turn (tack time) can be adjusted. This will give singlehanded sailors time to handle the boat and the sails
during a tack.
A turn performed without shifting wind side, will also
be made at a controlled turn rate.
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Range
Change per step
Default
Units
2 - 50
1
12
seconds
Tack angle
This value is used to preset the course change used when tacking in AUTO mode. By
pressing the left/right arrow keys the course will change as much as this value.
Range
Change per step
Default
Units
50 - 150
1
100
°
Wind function
With wind function set to Auto, the autopilot will automatically select between apparent
and true wind steering. Auto is default and recommended for cruising.
When the boat is running, it will also be surfing on the waves. This may lead to
significant changes in boat speed, and thereby also changes in apparent wind angle. True
wind steering is therefore used when running, while steering to apparent wind is used
when beating or reaching.
Apparent wind steering is preferred when you want to achieve maximum boat speed. The
autopilot tries to maintain a constant apparent wind angle to get maximum thrust from a
given trim of the sails.
When sailing in closed waters, the apparent wind angle may change temporarily due to
wind gusts. It may then be preferred to sail to the true wind.
VMG optimizing
You can optimize the VMG to wind. When selected the function will be active for 5–10
minutes after a new wind angle has been set and only when beating.
Layline steering
Layline steering is useful when navigating. Cross Track Error (XTE) from the navigator
will keep the boat on the track line. If the XTE from the navigator exceeds 0.15 nm, the
autopilot will calculate the layline and track towards the waypoint.
Manually adjusting steering parameters
The autotune function in the autopilot is so refined that the majority of boats will need
no further adjustments of the steering parameters. On some boats, however, or at
particular sea conditions a fine tuning of the steering parameters may improve the
performance of the autopilot.
x2
MENU
WIN
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Transition speed
Refer previous description.
Rudder
This parameter determines the ratio between commanded rudder and the heading error.
The higher rudder value the more rudder is applied.
If the value is too small it will take a long time to compensate for a heading error, and
the autopilot will fail to keep a steady course.
If the value is set too high the overshoot will increase and the steering will be unstable.
Counter rudder
Counter rudder is the amount of rudder used to try to prevent the boat from yawing
around the set course. Higher counter rudder settings result in more rudder being
applied.
The best way of checking the value of the Counter rudder setting is when making turns.
The figures illustrate the effects of various Counter Rudder settings;
A: Counter rudder too low; overshoot response
B: Counter rudder too high; sluggish and creeping response
C: Correct setting or counter rudder; ideal response
A
B
C
Auto trim
This parameter defines how fast the autopilot shall correspond after having registered a
heading error.
The standard value is 40 seconds which should work well on most boats. Rule of thumb:
Set to same value (seconds) as the boat’s length in feet. On boats operating on VRF the
value should be set to 20 seconds.
Rate limit
Sets the maximum allowed rate of turn.
The value should be kept at 6.0°/second unless there is a need for more rapid response
in turns.
Minimum rudder
This parameter filters small rudder commands to prevent high rudder activity.
Some boats may have a tendency to not respond to small rudder commands around
the “course keeping” position because of a small rudder, a rudder deadband, whirls/
disturbance of the water-stream passing the rudder or it is a single nozzle water jet boat.
By increasing the Minimum rudder parameter you may improve the course keeping
performance on some boats. This will however increase the rudder activity.
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Minimum wind angle to port and starboard
These parameters should be set identical to the minimum apparent wind angle that will
keep the sails well shaped and give an acceptable thrust. The parameters will vary from
boat to boat.
The settings are used for the tack-prevent function. They also applies when the autopilot
is operating in WindNAV mode. Refer to the Operating the autopilot section.
You can select different minimum wind angles for port and starboard. The difference
between port and starboard will be taken into account when calculating the Distance To
Turn (DTT).
Navigation change limit
This parameter defines the maximum course change where the autopilot is allowed to
automatically change the course when the NSE follows a route (NAV steering).
If the required course change to next waypoint in a route is more than the set limit, you
are prompted to verify that the upcoming course change is acceptable.
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Serial port setup
Configure the serial port to match the NMEA0183 device that it is connected to.
Baud Rate (common for input and output)
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
PLOT
MARK
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Select Baud
Rate
GOTO
VESSEL
Select OK
NMEA 0183 output
Select the desired NMEA0183 sentences to be transmitted. (see Supported NMEA0183
sentences page 81).
Uncheck NMEA0183 output to turn off all sentences.
Output rate is shown.
Heading is output as fast as
possible depending on band
width
All NEMA0183 sentences are set to off when unit is shipped
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Fuel
If the vessel has an NMEA2000 interface to its engines and fuel tanks the NSE can
display the following fuel consumption information:
•
Fuel used since last fill
•
Fuel used on current trip
•
Fuel used during the season
Calibration of the tanks is needed to display accurate fuel levels.
Vessel Setup
AIS own vessel
If an AIS system is installed. Enter the vessels MMSI number to prevent the own vessels
AIS icon being displayed on the chart
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Diagnostics
NMEA2000 Diagnostics
Bus State: Indicates if SimNet backbone is operating:
Check power: Check termination
RX Overflows / Overruns greater than 0 could indicate
the software is very busy and unable to keep up with incoming messages.
RX / TX Errors: CAN interface error counters. Count up
when there are errors on the CAN bus, and down when
things are Ok. Should normally be 0. Goes bus off when
255 is reached. Check same things as for Bus state if
greater than 0 observed.
Fast Packet Errors: Detected errors since power up.
Check the network if this is continually increasing.
Rx / Tx Messages: A count since power up of messages
received / transmitted.
USER Database UDB
The diagnostic page shows the MAC address of the display, the status and versions of the
five user data bases.
The UDB (user database) is a database of all user created items and settings. Every time
a change is made on a NSE display, the databases are synchronized so no one display
holds all the user information. All displays should display the same version number for all
databases.
The IP address of NSE displays that have had changes made to their settings are also
shown.
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Check GPS signal
Press direct access key PAGES >3
System backup
A backup of all the NSE settings such as page layouts, custom instruments can be made
at any time, and either stored on the NSE or transferred to a USB key or SD Card
Press direct access key PAGES > 9.
Name the backup using the alphanumeric key
pad.
Press MENU select copy.
Select destination to copy file too.
Restore a backup
To restore or import a backup, Select
the file, Press menu and select import.
The system will perfom a restart for imported settings to take effect.
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Software upgrades
Software upgrades can be performed on the following types of devices from any NSE
display.
•
NSE displays
•
SimNet devices
•
Ethernet devices
The same procedure is used to upgrade software on all types of devices. Upgrade files
for different types of devices have different file extensions.
NSE displays
xxx.xxx.xxx.UPD
Ethernet devices
device.RIW
SimNet / NMEA2000 devices
Device_x.x.xx.xx.swup (or .luf)
Displaying current software version
NSE Display software version
PLOT
MARK
GOTO
VESSEL
Software version is
25.31.32 Platform 1.0.0r2
Ethernet module software version
Echo Sounder: On Echo page select Menu
Radar: On Radar page select Menu
Software version :
CA1637C
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Example below shows upgrading a SimNet IS20 Combi instrument but is the same for
NSE displays
Menu Item
Step 1
Press function
button PAGES
Copy upgrade files
on to a USB Stick
Step 2
Step 3
Select Memory card
Press Menu
9
Press 9 or
navigate to files
button
MENU
WIN
Select Upgrade
Select the upgrade file
Insert USB Stick into
front or rear USB
ports
Additional NSE display upgrade steps
Do not interrupt power or remove the card, key in “01” when prompted after restart
Step 3 Continued
The NSE will list devices that can be ungraded by the selected software upgrade file.
Select the unit to be upgraded. (there is only one IS20 Combi on this network)
Step 4
Step 5
Select start upgrade
Select OK to finish
After upgrading a display or Ethernet device please power cycle the entire system
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Screen capture
It is possible to capture a snap shot of the current screen
Step 1
Step 2
Create desired screen to capture
Enable screen capture
Step 3
1MOB
2 ABC
3 DEF
4 GHI
5 JKL
6 MNO
7 PQRS 8 TUV
9WXYZ
STBY
AUTO
0
PWR
Short press on PWR button to capture
screen shot
File transfer
Step 1
Step 2
Insert a USB Flash drive or SD card
Press PAGES > 9
Browse to the desired screen shot to copy
Press MENU and select Copy
select the USB Drive or SD card as the location to copy the file too.
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74 | Drawings
315.5 mm (12.40”)
285.0 mm (11.22”)
86.5 mm (3.40”)
111.3 mm (4.38”)
35 mm (1.38”)
Drawings
NSE8 Dimensions
221.0 mm (8.70”)
212.0 mm (8.35”)
385 mm (15.16”)
357.0 mm (14.01”)
65 mm (2.55”)
98 mm (3.85”)
122.7 mm (4.83”)
35 mm (1.38”)
NSE12 Dimensions
273.0 mm (10.75”)
266.0 mm (10.47”)
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Spare parts
NSE Spare parts
Part Number
Description
000-00132-001
NSE8 Bezel with decal
000-00133-001
NSE12 Bezel with decal
000-00134-001
NSE8 Dust cover
000-00135-001
NSE12 Dust cover
000-00136-001
NSE8 Mounting bracket
000-00137-001
NSE12 Mounting bracket
000-00138-001
Mounting bracket knobs & washers (pair L/R)
000-00143-001
Flush mount kit
000-00139-001
Rotary knob
000-00140-001
SD card door kit
000-00128-001
Power cable
000-00129-001
Video in / NMEA0183 comms cable
000-00130-001
Connector caps
NSE Optional accessories
Part Number
000-0125-25
Description
Simrad GS15 GPS Antenna
3G Radar Broadband Radar
000-10420-001
3G Broadband Radar for NSE
Pulse radar
DX42S-1
2kW 18 Inch Radome, radar processor and 15 m scanner cable
DX64S-1
4 kW 24 Inch Radome, radar processor and 15 m scanner cable
TX06S-1
6 kW 4 ft open array, radar processor and 20 m scanner cable
TX010S-1
10 kW 6 ft open array, radar processor and 20 m scanner cable
TX025S-1
25 kW 7 ft open array, radar processor and 20 m scanner cable
BSM-1 Broadband Echosounder
000-0132-05
BSM1 Broadband Echosounder
BSM-2 Broadband Echosounder
000-10138-001
BSM2 Broadband Echosounder
LSS-1 Structure Scan Module
000-10238-001
Structure scan Module
WM2 Weather Module (USA only)
000-10036-001
WM-2 Sirius Weather Radio Module
SonicHub
000-10143-001
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Sonic Hub
Compatible BSM-1 Transducers
Part Number
Description
000-0136-02
Airmar P319, plastic, low profile, thru hull 50/200 KHz, depth/temp,
7 pin blue connector
000-0136-03
Airmar P79, plastic, In-Hull 50/200 KHz, depth only, 7 pin blue connector
000-0136-04
Airmar B60, bronze, low profile, thru hull, 50/200 KHz, depth/temp,
12° tilt, 7 pin blue connector
000-00021-001
Airmar B60, bronze, low profile, thru hull, 50/200 KHz, depth/temp,
20° tilt, 7 pin blue connector
000-0136-05
Airmar B744V, bronze, thru hull 50/200 KHz, depth/temp/speed,
high-speed fairing block, 7 pin blue connector
000-0136-06
Airmar B164, bronze, low profile, thru hull, 1 kW 50/200 KHz,
depth/temp, 12° tilt, 7 pin blue connector
000-0136-00
Airmar B258, bronze, thru hull, 50/200KHz, depth/temp, high-speed
fairing block, 7 pin blue connector
000-0106-82
Airmar B260, bronze, thru hull, 50/200KHz, depth/temp, high-speed
fairing block, 7 pin blue connector
000-0106-91
Airmar M260, plastic In-hull, 50/200KHz, depth only, tank kit
000-0106-77
HST - DFSBL 50/200 kHz transom-mount skimmer depth/temp
000-0099-95
TS-1BL Temperature sensor (non-networked)
000-0099-93
XT-12BL 3.65 m (12 ft) blue transducer extension cable
000-0099-94
XT-20BL 6 m (20 ft) blue transducer extension cable
000-00022-001
Cable, adapter, 6 Pin LTW to 7 Pin BLUE
SimNet accessories
Part Number
Description
000-10298-001
OP40 Wired Remote
SIMKIT-1
SimNet Starter Kit: Includes
• 24005845 SimNet 5 m (16.5 ft) cable
• 24006298 SimNet 7-Prong Multi-Joiner
• 24005894 SimNet Termination Plug
• 24005902 SimNet 2 m (6 ft) power cable w/terminator
SIMKIT-2
SimNet Starter Kit with one AT10 NMEA0183 interface
• 24005936 AT10 two way general NMEA0183 to SimNet Converter
• 24005837 SimNet 2m (6 ft) cable
• 24005845 SimNet 5m (16.5 ft) cable
• 24006298 SimNet 7 Prong Multi-joiner
• 24005894 SimNet termination plug
• 24005902 SimNet 2m (6 ft) power cable w/terminator
24005829
0.3 m (1 ft) SimNet cable
24005837
2 m (6.6 ft) SimNet cable
24005845
5 m (16.6 ft) SimNet cable
24005852
10 m (33 ft) SimNet cable
44172260
SimNet In-line joiner
24005860
SimNet T-joiner (3 prong)
24006298
SimNet Multijoiner (7 prong)
24006306
SimNet Bulkhead T-connector
24005878
SimNet cable gland
24005886
SimNet protection plug
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Part Number
Description
24005894
SimNet termination plug
44172278
SimNet termination In-Line joiner
24005902
2 m (6.6 ft) SimNet power w/termination
24005910
2 m (6.6 ft) SimNet power w/o termination
24005936
AT10 Universal NMEA0183 converter
24006694
AT10HD Heading data NMEA0183 converter
24005928
SimNet cable protection cap
24005729
SimNet to Micro–C (male) cable that connects a SimNet product to
a NMEA2000 network
24006199
SimNet to Micro-C (female) cable that connects a NMEA2000
product to SimNet
24006413
SimNet to Micro-C female to SimNet 4 m (13 ft)
24006363
SimNet cable, 5.5 m (18 ft), with 1 plug
Ethernet cables (yellow)
Part Number
Description
000-0127-55
Adapter cable: Ethernet Yellow (M) to RJ45 adaptor 0.3m (1 ft)
000-0127-56
Adapter cable: Ethernet Yellow (M) male to RJ45 female 2 m (6.5
ft)
000-0127-51
Ethernet cable yellow 5 Pin 2 m (6.5 ft)
000-0127-29
Ethernet cable yellow 5 Pin 4.5 m (15 ft)
000-0127-30
Ethernet cable yellow 5 Pin 7.7 m (25 ft)
000-0127-37
Ethernet cable yellow 5 Pin 15.2 m (50 ft)
Repeater screens
Part Number
Description
000-0134-00
DI10 Display (only for NSE8)
000-0134-01
DI15 Display (Only for NSE12)
000-10506-001
MO15L 15” Hi-Bright LED Backlit Monitor with remote keypad
000-10507-00
MO17-L 17” Hi-Bright LED Backlit Monitor with remote keypad
000-10508-00
MO19-L 19” Hi-Bright LED Backlit Monitor with remote keypad
Video cables for repeater screens
Part Number
78 | Spare parts
Description
AA010152
3 m (9.8 ft) Video cable DVI-HD26 (DI10 & DI15 only)
AA010154
10m (33 ft) Video cable DVI-HD26 (DI10 & DI15 only)
AA010156
3 m DVI - DVI video cable for MO19 monitor
Specifications
Mechanical
Back Case
Heat Sinking
Screen
Die cast aluminium
Direct heat transfer from processor to casting
Direct bonded, anti reflective, LED backlit
Environmental
Operating temperature
-15° C to +55° C (+5° F to +131° F)
Waterproof integrity
IPx7
Certificates of
Conformity
CE(EN60945:2002)/CTick
Electrical
Operating Voltage
12 or 24 V DC (9 - 34 V DC max)
Processor
Via Eden ULV 1.6 GHz
RAM
512 MB
Hard drive
80 GB
User interface
User interface
Direct access keys (DAK’s), alphanumeric keypad, rotary knob
with push-to-Enter
Languages (31) English (UK), English (US), German, French, Spanish, Italian,
Portuguese, Croatian, Finnish, Icelandic, Dutch,
Norwegian, Polish, Swedish, Slovenian, Russian, Ukrainian,
Bulgarian, Asian language pack
Plotter Characteristics
Display modes
Head-up*, Course-up, North-up (*external heading or COG)
Cartography
Embedded: Navico Insight HD US/Navionics Platinum Rest of
World; Navionics Platinum Plus via SD Card
Latitude Limit
Alarms
83º North, 85º South
Position, Off-Course, Waypoint Radius, Arrival, Anchor, Anchor
Depth, Shallow, Deep, Water Temp Rate, Low
Boat Speed, True Wind Shift, True Wind High, True Wind Low,
Guard Zone 1 & 2, Voltage Hi/Lo, Missing Data:
Depth/Rudder/Wind/Heading/Weather, Weather: Lightning,
Severe Weather, Storm, Weather Watchbox, Vessels:
Dangerous, AIS Lost, Message, MARPA Lost, MARPA Unavailable,
Autopilot Alarms
Radar Characteristics
Radar compatibility
Broadband: Simrad 3G
Simrad HD Digital Series 2 kW to 25 kW
Display Modes
Echo Trails
VRM/EBL
Head-up, Course-up*, North-up*, Relative Motion (*Heading
input required)
Intervals: 15 sec, 30 sec, 1 min, 3 min, Continuous. Clear Trails
2: User configurable
Video In
Channels
Format
Standard
Two multiplexed
Composite
Support for NTSC type N and 4.4.43, PAL type B, D,G,H, I, M,N,
Selected by user
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Communications
NMEA0183
1 x RS422 port
Supported baud
rates
4,800, 9,600, 19,200, 38,400 Note. Port will transmit and receive
at the set baud rate
Ethernet
10/100 base Ethernet, three ports
Max number of
displays
6 in any combination NSE8 or NSE12
External connectors
(front)
x 1 USB and x 1 SD
External
Connectors (rear)
Power (power control, ext. alarm), Video-in (NMEA 0183/
Composite video x2), SimNet (NMEA2000), Network (3 x ethernet, USB x 1, Video Out (DVI-I x 1)
Display specific specifications
NSE8
NSE12
Display size
8 “ Diagonal
Display size
Display resolution
800 x 600
Display resolution
12.1” Diagonal
1024 x 768
Brightness (max)
1500 nits
Brightness
1500
Contrast ratio
850:1
Contrast ratio
600:1
Viewing angle
60 deg. above and below normal axis with: >75% nominal brightness >100:1 contrast ratio
60 deg. side to side about normal axis with: >75% nominal
brightness >100:1 contrast ratio
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Height
212 mm (8.35")
Height
266 mm (10.47”)
Width
285 mm (11.22")
Width
356 mm (14.01”)
Depth
111 mm (4.38")
Depth
122.7 mm (4.83”)
Weight
3.2 kg (7 lb)
Weight
5.5 kg (11.5 lb)
Current Draw (in
Watts) at 12/24VDC
Display only
21.6W or 1.8A @
12.0 V DC / 21.6W or
0.9A @ 24VDC
Current Draw (in
Watts) at 12/24 VDC
Display only
33.6W or 2.8A
@ 12.0 V DC /
33.6W or 1.4A @
24VDC
Supported NMEA0183 sentences
TX / RX
GPS
Receive
GGA
GLL
GSA
GSV
VTG
ZDA
Transmit
GGA
GLL
GSA
GSV
VTG
ZDA
Receive
RMC
Transmit
AAM
APB
BOD
BWC
Receive
DBT
DPT
MTW
VLW
VHW
Transmit
DBT
DPT
MTW
VLW
VHW
Navigation
BWR
RMC
RMB
XTE
Echo
Compass
Receive
HDG
Transmit
HDG
HDT
HDM
Wind
Receive
MWV
Transmit
MWV
MWD
AIS / DSC
Receive
DSC
DSE
VDM
AIS sentences are not bridged to or from
SimNet.
Transmit
TLL
TTM
These are only out put sentences
MARPA
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NMEA 2000 PGN List
130306
Wind Data
130310
Environmental Parameters
130311
Environmental Parameters
130312
Temperature
130313
Humidity
130314
Actual Pressure
130576
Small Craft Status
130577
Direction Data
61184
Parameter Request/Command
65323
Data User Group Request
65325
Reprogram Status
65341
Autopilot Mode
65480
Autopilot Mode
130840
Data User Group Configuration
130842
SimNet DSC Message
130845
Parameter Handle
130850
Event Command
130851
Event Reply
65285
Temperature with Instance
65292
Clear Fluid Level Warnings
65293
LGC-2000 Configuration
130817
Product Info
130820
Reprogram Status
130831
Suzuki Engine and Storage Device
Config
NMEA 2000 PGN Receive
59392
ISO Acknowledgement
59904
ISO Request
60928
ISO Address Claim
60928
ISO Address Claim
126208
ISO Command Group Function
126992
System Time
126996
Product Info
127237
Heading/Track Control
127245
Rudder
127250
Vessel Heading
127251
Rate of Turn
127257
Attitude
127258
Magnetic Variation
127488
Engine Parameters, Rapid Update
127489
Engine Parameters, Dynamic
127493
Transmission Parameters, Dynamic
127505
Fluid Level
127508
Battery Status
128259
Speed, Water referenced
128267
Water Depth
128275
DistanceLog
129025
Position, Rapid Update
129026
COG & SOG, Rapid Update
129029
GNSS Position Data
129033
Time & Date
130832
Fuel Used - High Reolution
129038
AIS Class A Position Report
130834
Engine and Tank Configuration
129039
AIS Class B Position Report
130835
SetEngineAndTankConfiguration
129040
AIS Class B Extended Position Report
130838
Fluid Level Warning
129283
Cross Track Error
130839
Pressure Insect Configuration
129284
Navigation Data
130843
129539
GNSS DOPs
Sonar Status, Frequency and DSP
Voltage
129540
GNSS Sats in View
129794
AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related
Data
129801
AIS Addressed Safety Related
Message
129802
AIS Safety Related Broadcast
Message
129808
DSC Call Information
130074
Route and WP Service - WP List - WP
Name & Position
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NMEA2000 PGN Transmit
126208
ISO Command Group Function
126992
System Time
126996
Product Info
127237
Heading/Track Control
127250
Vessel Heading
127258
Magnetic Variation
128259
Speed, Water referenced
128267
Water Depth
128275
DistanceLog
129025
Position, Rapid Update
129026
COG & SOG, Rapid Update
129029
GNSS Position Data
129283
Cross Track Error
129284
Navigation Data
129539
GNSS DOPs
129540
GNSS Sats in View
130074
Route and WP Service - WP List - WP
Name & Position
130306
Wind Data
130310
Environmental Parameters
130311
Environmental Parameters
130312
Temperature
130577
Direction Data
61184
Parameter Request/Command
130840
Data User Group Configuration
130845
Parameter Handle
130850
Event Command
65287
Configure Temperature Insects
65289
Trim Tab Insect Calibration
65290
Paddle Wheel Speed Configuration
65292
Clear Fluid Level Warnings
65293
LGC-2000 Configuration
130818
Reprogram Data
130819
Request Reprogram
130828
Set Serial Number
130831
Suzuki Engine and Storage Device
Config
130835
SetEngineAndTankConfiguration
130836
Fluid Level Insect Configuration
130837
Fuel Flow Turbine Configuration
130839
Pressure Insect Configuration
130845
“Weather and Fish Prediction and
Barometric Pressure History”
130850
Evinrude Engine Warnings
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NSE8, NSE12Installation Manual English, Doc.no.988-0175-04
*988-0175-03-B*