Simrad MX61x MX610/MX612 Navigation system Operator and Installation Manual
The Simrad MX610/MX612 is a navigation system that provides a range of features for boaters, including position and heading information, route planning, and waypoint management. It can be used with a variety of GPS antennas and other NMEA 2000 devices to provide a complete navigation solution.
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MX610/MX612
Operator and Installation Manual
ENGLISH
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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 equipment 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 LI-
ABILITY 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.
Compliance
The MX610/MX612 system complies with the following regulations:
• IMO Res. A.694 (17), Reg. V/19 ,
• IMO Res. MSC.36(63)-(1994 HSC Code) 13
• IMO Res. MSC.97(73)-(2000 HSC Code) 13
• IMO Res. MSC.112(73)
• IMO Res. MSC.114(73),
• IMO Res. MSC.191(79)
• IEC 61108-1 (2003)
• IEC 61108-4 (2004)
• IEC 62288 Ed.1.0(2008).
• IEC 60945 (2002) including
• IEC 60945 Corrigendum 1 (2008)
• IEC 61162 series,
For more information please refer to our website: www.navico.com/commercial
The Wheelmark
The MX610/MX612 system is produced and tested in accordance with the European Marine
Equipment Directive 2010/68/EC and amemded by Directive 2011/75/EC. This means that the systems comply with the highest level of tests for nonmilitary marine electronic navigation equipment existing today.
The Marine Equipment Directive 2010/68/EC (MED), as amended by 2011/68/EC for ships flying EU or EFTA flags, applies to all new ships, to existing ships not previously carrying such equipment, and to ships having their equipment replaced.
This means that all system components covered by annex A1 must be type-approved accordingly and must carry the Wheelmark, which is a symbol of conformity with the Marine
Equipment Directive.
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Navico has no responsibility for the incorrect installation or use of the navigation eauipment, so it is essential for the person in charge of the installation to be familiar with the relevant requirements as well as with the contents of the manuals, which covers correct installation and use.
FCC
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. 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 interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference, 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 to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or installer technician for help.
Copyright
Copyright © 2015 Navico Holding AS.
Warranty
The warranty card is supplied as a separate document.
In case of any queries, refer to our websites: www.navico.com/commercial and www.simrad-yachting.com
About this manual
This manual is a reference guide for operating the Simrad MX610/MX612 navigation system.
The manual will be continuously updated to match new software releases. The latest available manual version can be downloaded from our websites .
Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows:
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Note:
Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
Warning:
Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they should proceed carefully to prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/personnel.
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Contents
7 Introduction
7 MX610/MX612 Front Panel and Keys
11 Basic operation
13 MOB (Man-Over-Board)/Mark key
16 Menu overview
17 Settings dialog and submenus
21 Tools page
24 System configuration
24 Quick Menu Dialog and Submenus
40 Waypoints, Routes & Tracks
40 Waypoints, Routes and Tracks panels
45 Navigating with the MX610/MX612
49 HDG screens
50 Advance Data Source Selection
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51 Using AIS (PLOT)
52 Viewing information about AIS targets
55 Alarm system
58 Using the simulator
59 Maintenance
59 Simple maintenance procedures
64 List of components
67 Mounting
71 MX610/MX612 display unit (mechanical dimensions)
72 MX521A/MX521B smart D/GPS antenna unit
73 HS80/HS80A/MX575C/MX575D D/GPS compass unit
73 MX610JB smart junction box unit
74 MX612JB smart junction box unit
75 Wiring
75 MX61x navigation system; basic wiring principles
79 NMEA 2000 and SimNet devices
79 IEC61162-1/2 (NMEA 0183) Devices
89 Specifications
89 MX610/MX612 Control and Display Unit
93 MX610/MX612 Connector Pinouts
97 Index
Contents | MX610/MX612 Operator and Installation Manual
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Introduction
MX610/MX612 Front Panel and Keys
1 2 3
PAGE
MENU
5
CLR
MOB
ENT
8
POS NAV HDG AIS
9 10 11 12 13
4
6
7
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No.
Key Description
1
PAGE key: Brings up different screen page every time this key is pressed or to change tab in the settings and tools menu.
2
MENU key: Brings up the quick menu dialog box.
3
4
5
PWR/LIGHT key
Short press - to turn ON the unit.
Momentary press brings up the backlight and night view controls.
Series of short presses will cycle through 6 levels of display brilliance.
Long Press - to turn power off.
ROTARY KNOB: Rotate to scroll through menu list, icons, alphabets or numbers in the virtual keypad and zoom-in or out in the PLOT mode. Press the center of the knob to select menu item or accept entry. The same entry action when you press the ENT key.
CLR key: Press to clear, escape or back out of the menu or data entry.
6
7
8
9
10
ENT key: Press to accept menu selection or data entry. The same action as pressing the center of the rotary knob.
MOB key: Short press will save the present position L/L into the next vacant waypoint. Press and hold for 3 seconds activates the Man-Over-Board (MOB) function.
POS key: Hot key to display the present position Latitude, Longitude, COG, SOG,
Date and Time. Press repeatedly to show POS1, POS2 or POS3 screens.
NAV key: Hot key to display the navigation information. Press repeatedly to show
NAV1, NAV2 or NAV3 screens.
HDG key: Hot key to show the compass rose, Pitch, ROT and Yaw information coming from a gyro or a GPS compass. Press repeatedly to show HDG1 or HDG2 screens
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AIS key: Hot key to display the PLOT screen showing your vessel, waypoints, route and other navigation information. Will show AIS targets when connected to an AIS receiver via the NMEA 2000 network.
12
USB door: To open, lift the right tab and slide the cover to the right. To close, slide cover to left and push the tab down. Close USB door at all times to prevent moisture intrusion. (MX610 and MX612 only)
13
USB key: Press to display the files contained in the USB memory stick.
14
USB Connector
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MX610/MX612 Screens
1 4 6
2
3
5
1 Instrument Bar
Navigation data is contained on the bar on top of the PLOT page. The PLOT is under the AIS key.
2 Plotter Orientation
Possible orientation of the plotter is North Up or Course Up.
3 Ship’s location
Always located in the middle of the plot screen.
4 Status Bar
Appears on all navigation screens. It indicates the GPS and RAIM status or if an alarm is present (refer to Status bar indications below for more details). Normally, the status bar blinks off every 4 seconds to show what is behind it. This is not an alarm condition.
5 Main Menu
The main menu is used to operate the system and to adjust configuration settings. There are two tabs under the main menu, namely: Settings and Tools. To toggle between the Tools and
Settings tab, press the PAGE button.
6 Alarm Icon
The system will continuously check for dangerous situations and system faults while the system is running. When an alarm situation occurs, an Alarm bell icon will appear on the status bar.
If you have enabled the siren, an audible alarm will be activated when an alarm situation occurs.
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Status Bar Indications
Mode Indicator
Icon Description Definition
GP
GPS Position Position displayed is calculated using GPS satellites
GN
GPS +GLONASS
Position
Position displayed is calculated from combined GPS and
GLONASS satellites
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Notes:
1.
This feature is available in SIMRAD MX610/MX612 CDUs with software version 1.0.42.235 or higher.
2.
When GPS+GLONASS (GNSS) mode is selected, the NMEA 0183 data headers are changed from $GPxxx to $GNxxx.
GPS/GLONASS selection
By default, the SIMRAD CDU is set to navigate using the GPS satellite system. When using the
MX521B smart antenna or the HS80A/MX575D smart GPS compass models, the SIMRAD CDU can be controlled to navigate using combined solutions from GPS and GLONASS satellites.
Setup procedure to use GPS and GLONASS satellites:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll Tools & Settings menu, press ENT.
3.
Scroll to GPS icon under the Settings page, press ENT.
4.
Scroll to GNSS Mode, press ENT.
5.
Scroll to GPS+GLONASS, press ENT.
6.
Press the CLR key repeatedly or press any hot key to exit.
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D/GPS Indicator
Icon
No Position
fix
Description
DGPS Position
DGPS Position
Good GPS position
Good GPS position
Definition
Not tracking satellites (no position update). This is normal the very 1st time you turn on the unit. It takes a few seconds to get a fix.
Position Fix is differentially corrected using RTCM corrections from beacon stations. This is the normal operating condition. Position accuracy is better than 1 meter.
Position Fix is augmented using the SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS or MSAS) signal correction. Position accuracy is better than 5 meters.
Note: SBAS correction is not an IMO compliant system.
GPS Position is good but selected DGPS correction is temporarily not available. When
DGPS
mode menu is set to either Beacon or WAAS.
Good GPS position fix indication when MX610/MX612 is operated in autonomous
GPS
only mode
DGPS
mode setting is OFF.
RAIM Status
RAIM (Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring) is a fault-detection feature required by IMO for type-approved GPS units. It is another layer of safety that alerts the operator that a condition may exist in the GPS positioning solution that reduces the desired accuracy of the ship’s position. This feature requires at least five GPS satellites to operate properly, four satellites or less will indicate a RAIM caution condition (R?). If the statistical RAIM error exceeds a specified limit (100 meters-default) a RAIM Unsafe (R-) alarm will be indicated. This means that the RAIM estimated position error is equal or greater than the preset limit. The operator is advised to take extra precautionary measures when using the navigation solution until the RAIM indicator switches to RAIM safe (R+) condition.
Icon Description Definition
R+
RAIM Safe Position error is less than 100 meters (RAIM alarm limit)
R-
RAIM Unsafe
Position error is equal or more than the 100 meter RAIM alarm limit
R?
RAIM Caution
Not enough satellites are available. RAIM requires 5 (or more) satellites for proper operation.
Alarm condition
A red bell icon indicates an alarm fault has been detected.
The bell icon will be grayed-out when the alarm is corrected.
The RAIM feature and RAIM alarm can be turned ON or OFF using the procedure below:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll down to Tools & Settings menu, press ENT.
3.
Select the GPS icon, press ENT.
4.
Scroll to Enable RAIM (or RAIM Alarm), press the ENT key to remove or leave a check mark.
5.
Press the CLR key several times or any hot keys to exit.
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Note:
IMO regulations require that RAIM feature be on at all times.
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Basic operation
Light/Power key
•
Press and hold: Turn unit off
•
Single press:
•
Repeated presses:
•
Check box
To turn ON or display dialog for
light/night
mode adjustment
Toggle preset brightness levels
(10 - 6 - 3- 1)
To switch to
night
mode operation
¼
Notes:
1.
The MX610/MX612 goes through its boot-up routine as soon as external power is applied. It will be ready to turn on in about 30 seconds. The succeeding turn on time will be instantaneous thereafter as long as the external power is not disconnected.
2.
If the POWER key is released before shut-down is completed, the power off is cancelled.
Night mode
The
Night
mode optimizes the color palette for low light conditions. To activate, rotate the knob until the
Night
mode check box is highlighted, then press the ENT key.
¼
Note:
Details on the display may be less visible during Day time when the
Night
mode is selected!
The display backlight can be adjusted in two ways by using the rotary knob (10 steps) or by pressing the LIGHT/POWER key repeatedly.
PAGE key
Select Pages
You can view the different navigation display pages sequentially by pressing the PAGE button repeatedly.
You can also view the navigation pages directly by pressing the hot keys at the bottom of the display. The PAGE key is also used to change tabs or toggle between the Tools and Settings screens of the main menu.
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MENU key
Menus are used to operate the system and to adjust configuration settings.
You display the menu by pressing the MENU button to bring up the “Quick Menu”. Using the rotary knob, scroll down to Tools and Settings and press the ENT key . The main menu will have two tabs, namely: Tools and Settings. Pressing the PAGE key will toggle the display between the Tools or Settings tabs.
•
Pressing the MENU key brings up the quick menu for the particular screen on the display
•
Scroll down to the Tools and Settings then press the ENT key to display the main menu
• You can scroll through the menu icons by using the rotary knob and then pressing the ENT key or middle of the knob to select.
• Adjust slide bar values by turning the rotary knob clockwise (CW) or counterclockwise (CCW) direction.
• Drop-down listings are selected by pressing the ENT key when the highlight is at the selected item.
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Settings Menu Tools Menu Drop-down listing
If you do not want to accept the entry or need to exit the setup screen, press the CLR key to return to previous menu level or to exit.
Dialog boxes
Select entry fields and keys in a dialog box by using the rotary knob then pressing the center of the knob or the ENT key. You can only enter information when the selected field is highlighted.
Virtual numeric or alphanumeric keyboards will automatically be displayed when required for entering user information in dialogs.
Pressing the ENT key after entering the required value(s) will select the entry. Highlight the OK button and press
ENT will save the entry.
A dialog is closed without saving by pressing the CLR key.
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MOB (Man-Over-Board)/Mark key
Marking or saving the present position into waypoint memory is accomplished by pressing the MOB key momentarily. The marked point can be renamed or edited thereafter and be made into a regular waypoint if needed.
If an emergency man over board situation should occur, you can position a Man Over Board mark at the vessel’s current position by pressing the MOB key for 3 seconds. When you activate the MOB function the following actions are automatically performed:
• A MOB mark is positioned at the vessel’s position.
• The display switches to NAV screen showing the range and bearing going back to the MOB point.
• The MX610/MX612 creates an active route to the MOB mark.
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Note:
Press the AIS/PLOT key to show the relative location of the MOB point from your vessel.
Cancel MOB navigation
The MX610/MX612 will continue navigating towards the MOB point until you cancel this navigation. To cancel MOB, press the MENU key, highlight “Cancel navigation” then press the
ENT key. Press any hot key to exit.
Delete a MOB mark
A MOB mark is deleted by selecting the MOB mark in the WPT list and then pressing the
MENU key and selecting delete. It can also be deleted as described in “Waypoints, Routes &
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MX610/MX612 hot keys
The four keys below the display are called hot keys because they can bring up the position, navigation, heading and AIS (plot) screens directly when pressed.
POS key
There are three POS screens available, namely: POS1,
POS2 and POS3. The screen indicator located on the top left corner pulses every second to indicate the display is updated every second. Pressing the POS key will bring up the POS1 indicating the present position Lat/Long, SOG, COG, Date/Time and the compass heading. Pressing the POS key again will show
POS2 screen showing the L/L, Altitude and Depth.
Pressing the POS key the third time will bring up the
POS3 screen showing the Odometer, Trip meter, SOG and the trip time (hh:mm:ss).
NAV key
There are three NAV screens available, namely: NAV1,
NAV2 and NAV3. The screen indicator on the top left corner pulses every second to indicate the display is updated every second. Pressing the NAV key will bring up the navigation screen showing the WPT# you are headed to, the range, bearing, SOG, COG and ETA to destination. It also shows the graphical display of the cross-track error. Pressing the NAV key the third time will show the NAV3 screen showing the COG, SOG, TWA, TWD, TWS and VMG information.
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HDG key
There are two HDG screens available, namely: HDG1 and HDG2. Pressing the HDG key will bring up the HDG1 screen showing the full compass rose. Pressing the HDG key again will show the digital heading readout with ROT, pitch, roll and yaw. This information will be displayed when a gyro, HS80 or MX575C GPS compass is available in the NMEA 2000 network or when they are connected to the MX61xJB junction box.
AIS key
Pressing the AIS key will bring up the plotter screen that will show your boat in the middle of the screen, wpts, routes and AIS targets if an AIS unit is available in the NMEA
2000 network.
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Menu overview
Quick Menus
The Quick menus are mode dependent and contain the most common used settings for the active display screen. Pressing the MENU key one time brings up the quick menu. Each
Quick menu has access to the main Tools and Settings menus.
Quick Menu under POS, NAV and HDG Screens
From the Quick menu for
POS
,
NAV
and
HDG
screens, you can change the data sources used for positioning, navigation, etc. or you can Goto a waypoint or route. Using Auto Select will automatically search for the data source that is connected in the NMEA 2000 network. You can also create waypoints, routes or tracks or bring up the Tools and Settings menu.
Level 1
Data Sources
Goto
Wpt, Rte, Tracks
Tools & Settings
Level 2
Auto Select
Compass
Navigation
Position
Boat speed
Distance log
Depth
Advanced....
Wpt, Rte, Coordinates
Wpt, Rte, Tracks listings
Main Menu
Level 3
Group
Advanced
Level 4
Simrad/None
Data Source
Selection
Quick Menu in AIS (PLOT)
Under the AIS (PLOT) screen the quick menu can be used to Goto a destination wpt, route or
L/L coordinates. Below is the AIS screen quick menu map.
LEVEL 1
Goto
Display options
AIS
Wpt/Rte/Trk
Tool & Settings
LEVEL 2
Wpt, Rte, Coordinates
Extension lines
Show range rings
Show grid lines show waypoints show routes
Tracks
Vessels info
Icon Filters
( Wpt, Rte, Tracks listings)
Main Menu
LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4
Status
Message
Hide all
Hide safe
Hide farther than (2Mi)
Hide slower than (2 MPH)
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Settings dialog and submenus
The system is configured and most system settings defined during installation and commissioning of the system.
The settings parameters are logically grouped, and each group is presented with an icon in the
Settings page. This page is accessed by pressing the MENU key, highlight the Tools & Settings then press the knob (or ENT). A settings menu map is shown below:
SETTINGS
AIS
ALARMS
GPS
NAVIGATION
NETWORK
SYSTEM
TRACKS
UNITS
MMSI
ICON FILTER
DANGEROUS VESSELS
SETTINGS
SIREN ENABLED
ENABLE RAIM
RAIM ALARM
RAIM PROTECTION RADIUS
LAT OFFSET
LONG OFFSET
METHOD
ARRIVAL RADIUS
XTE LIMIT
ARRIVAL LIMIT
COORDINATE SYSTEM
DATUM
MAGNETIC VAR
SOURCES
DEVICE LIST
DIAGNOSTIC
SIMNET GROUPS
DAMPING
NMEA 2000
LANGUAGE
TEXT SIZE
KEY BEEPS
TIME
RESTORE DEFAULTS
SIMULATOR
ABOUT
DISTANCE
DISTANCE SMALL
SPEED
WIND SPEED
DEPTH
HEADING
LOGGING TYPE
DISTANCE
TIME PERIOD
TRUE/MAGNETIC
AIS settings
Used to enter the MMSI number of the vessel, set the icon filters to show or hide vessel targets and set limits for dangerous vessels based on distance or time of closest point of approach
(CPA).
Alarms settings
This screen is used to manage and control the alarm feature. Press the PAGE key to change tabs
-Settings tab is used to turn on/off alarms and set limits.
-History tab lists all previous alarms.
-Active tab shows alarms that are still active. The alarm is removed from the list when the cause is corrected.
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GPS settings
.
Settings for the GPS RAIM (Receiver Autonomous Integrity
Monitoring) feature, alarm and radius, L/L Offset, Elevation
Mask Angle, COG/SOG filter time, GNSS mode, DGPS mode,
Mixed mode, WAAS PRN and Antenna reset. .
Navigation settings
Controls the navigation calculation method to either the
Great Circle or Rhumb line. You can also specify the limits for arrival radius, cross track error (XTE) limit, Arrival alarm,
Coordinate system, Datum and Mag. Variation.
Network settings
List of data sources, device list connected to the CAN bus network, diagnostics, SIMNET groups, damping, NMEA 2000,
NMEA 0183 over MXJB and NMEA 0183 over Ethernet.
Systems settings
Controls the text language, size, key beeps, time, restore defaults, activate the simulator feature, special product options and information about the software and hardware of the unit.
Tracks settings
Shows the tracks list dialog and logging type.
Units settings
Controls the units used for distance, depth, speed and heading.
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Tools dialog and submenus
Several tools are available to help you operate the CDU unit. To bring up the TOOLS page, press the PAGE key to change tab from SETTINGS to TOOLS.
AIS tool
Alarms tool
Satellite tool
Two tabs are available in this submenu, namely:
Status-All and RX Messages. Press the PAGE key to change tabs. The Status-All provides a list of targets received from AIS or GMDSS as well as their distance and bearing with reference to your vessel. The RX message tab, provides a list of text messages received from other AIS enabled vessels who sent you a directed or broadcast message.
This screen is used to manage and control the alarm feature. Press the PAGE key to change tabs
-Settings tab is used to turn on/off alarms and set limits.
-History tab lists all previous alarms. Press MENU to delete alarm history
-Active tab shows alarms that are still active. The alarm is removed from the list when the fault is corrected.
Provides the status display of the GPS satellites and differential correction status. Press the PAGE key to change tab to DGPS status screen. Press MENU to toggle Automatic, Database or Manual beacon
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Waypoints, Routes and Tracks tool
This tool submenu allows you to create waypoints, routes and start tracks. Pressing the
PAGE Key will change tab to Waypoint, Route and Tracks page.
Trip Log tool
You can track the distance travelled using the two trip meters as well as the overall distance travelled in the today page.
To reset, highlight the
Reset
button and press the ENT key.
Change tab by pressing the PAGE key.
Sun/Moon tool
Calculates the sun and moon setting and rising.
Tide tool
Calculates the tides based on manually entered tide harmonics taken from the Admiralty Tide Table book.
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Tools page
Several tools are available to help you operate the MX610/MX612 unit. To bring up the TOOLS page, press the MENU key then scroll to Tool and Settings menu. Press the PAGE key to change tab from SETTINGS to TOOLS. Turn the knob to highlight the desired icon and press the ENT key to select it. The Tools dialog includes options and tools that are not specific to any display page.
A tools dialog will open on top of your previous page. Press any hot key to exit or press the CLR key to return to last active page.
Any listing in the tools dialogs has a page menu, giving access to available options for the selected item.
Below is the Tools menu map:
TOOLS
AIS
ALARMS
SATELLITES
STATUS - ALL
RX MESSAGES
ACTIVE
HISTORY
SETTINGS
GPS
DGPS
WAYPOINTS,
ROUTES,
TRACKS
TRIP LOG
SUN/MOON
TIDE
WAYPOINTS
ROUTES
TRACKS
TRIP 1
TRIP 2
TODAY
SUN & MOON
TIDE
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AIS (Vessel info)
Status-All
Provides a list of all AIS target vessels with their information when the MX610/MX612 is connected to the AIS transponder via the NMEA 2000 network.
Pressing the MENU key will show a dialog box that allows you to sort the list based on names, distance, bearing, status, type, CPA and TCPA to other vessels.
Message listing
Shows the list of all text messages received from other vessels with time/date stamp.
Alarms
Active alarms
List of active alarms.
Alarm history
List of all previous alarms with time stamp and description.
Alarm settings
List of all available alarm options in the system, with current settings.
Satellites
Status page for GPS satellites that are in view. The
SBAS (like WAAS, EGNOS) differential position correction can be turned On or OFF using the configure button. The source of GPS position can be controlled from this screen if there are more than one active antenna connected in the N2K buss.
Pressing the PAGE key will change the tab to the
DGPS status screen.
Waypoints/routes/tracks
The databank of waypoints, routes and tracks can be viewed from this display. Pressing the PAGE key repeatedly will change tabs from Waypoints, Routes or Tracks.
Creating new or editing existing waypoints, routes and tracks can be done in this screen. Pressing the
MENU key while in this screen will allow you to easily GOTO the waypoint you selected or activate the Route to follow pre-programmed routes or tracks.
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Trip Log
Trip 1 / Trip 2
Displays voyage and engine information, with reset option for all data fields.
Today
Displays voyage and engine hour information for current date. All data fields will be automatically reset when the date changes.
Sun/moon
Displays sunrise, sunset, moonrise and moonset based on entered date and position.
Tides
Displays tide information for the tide station nearest to your vessel.
Tide station harmonics needs to be entered manually using station information from the
Admiralty Tide Reference table. Use the rotary knob to scroll through time.
Procedure to add a new tide station:
1.
Press the MENU key to bring up the quick menu.
2.
Select Tools and Settings menu then press the ENT key.
3.
Press the PAGE key to change tab to Tools.
4.
Scroll to TIDES using the rotary knob.
5.
Press the ENT key.
6.
Press the MENU key to bring up “Change Tide Station”.
7.
Press the ENT key.
8.
Highlight the “New Tide Station” field.
9.
Using the rotary knob, scroll to the top of dialog box and enter the station ID number, name of the place and all the Harmonic constants taken from the Admiralty Tide Station book.
10.
Highlight the SAVE button.
11.
Press the ENT key.
12.
Press the CLR key to exit.
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System configuration
General
When the MX610/MX612 system installation is completed or when the unit is restored to the default settings, a simple network configuration to select the data source is needed. This can be done during the initial turn on. A series of dialog boxes will prompt you through the setup process. Answering yes by pressing the ENT key will initiate the auto selection of the antenna unit. Failure in setting up the MX610/MX612 correctly will prohibit the positioning and navigation system from functioning properly.
For installation with more than one display or more than one antenna unit, some setup is required to assign an antenna to a display unit. This section will help you perform the proper setup.
Quick Menu Dialog and Submenus
The network configuration settings can be accessed through the quick menu or through the
Tools and Settings, then Network submenu. This dialog is accessed by pressing the MENU key then selecting Data sources menu or by highlighting the Tools and Settings and then select the Network
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Network Settings
Selecting Data Sources
A data source can be a GPS sensor, smart junction box or a device connected to the network, providing data to other devices. Data can be of different type such as position data, compass data, depth data, etc.
Source of position selection is required on initial start up of the system, if any part of the CAN bus network has been changed or replaced, or if an alternative source is made available for a given data type and this source has not been selected automatically.
At the first time turn on of the MX610/MX612 the display will ask you to do an auto selection of data sources. You can have it perform an auto selection by pressing the ENT key. It will search for all available source of position, navigation, compass from an internal SimNet priority list. If a data source is connected to SimNet after the first time turn on, this will be identified and automatically selected if no other data source already is selected for the given data type.
Note: Only sources providing valid data are visible and can be selected
Auto Select
The Auto Select option will look for all SimNet sources connected to the network. If more than one source is available for each data type, the system will automatically select from an internal priority list.
The Auto select function is mainly for situations where the automatic source selection needs to be updated because a selected data source is not supplying data or has been physically replaced with another one. The update secures that the existing source selections are valid and maintained. Missing sources are either automatically exchanged with an alternative source from the list of available sources for the given data type, or the replacing source is selected.
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MX521A/MX521B/MX525A/MX575C/MX575D Antenna setup
In the initial commissioning of the MX61x navigation system or when a new MX antenna is installed, you need to manually select the position data source of the MX610/MX612 when using the MX521A, MX525A, MX575C and MX575D smart GPS antenna sensors. They are normally connected via the NMEA 0183 ports #3 and #4 of the MX61xJB junction box.
Use the manual selection procedure below:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Highlight the Data sources menu then press ENT.
3.
Scroll to Position submenu then press ENT.
4.
Scroll to MXJB-NMEA3 [xxxxx#], where NMEA3 is Port 3 and xxxxx# is the serial number of the source as indicated on the junction box PCB then press the ENT key to place a check mark.
5.
Press CLR key.
6.
Scroll down to RTCM signal, press ENT.
7.
Scroll to MXJB-NMEA4 [xxxxx#], press ENT to place a check mark.
8.
Press the CLR key.
9.
Scroll down to RTCM corrections, press ENT.
10.
Scroll to MXJB-NMEA4 [xxxxx#], press ENT to place a check mark.
11.
Press the CLR key to bring back the Quick Menu or any hot key to exit.
12.
End of setup procedure.
Setting the Antenna Port Baud Rate
If the CDU fails to detect the MX521A/MX525A/MX575C/MX575D antenna connected to
NMEA3 of the J-Box, do the following:
1.
Press the MENU key to bring up the quick menu.
2.
Scroll to Data sources, press ENT.
3.
Select Position, press ENT.
4.
Deselect MXJB-NMEA3 as source of position.
5.
Press the CLR key until the Settings menu appears (or press the MENU then scroll to Tools &
Setting, press ENT).
6.
Select NETWORK, press ENT.
7.
Scroll to Device List, press ENT.
8.
Scroll to MXJB-NMEA3, press ENT.
9.
The
Configure
button will be highlighted, press the ENT key.
10.
Scroll to Baud rate, press ENT.
11.
Scroll to 4800 (or 19,200) baud, press ENT.
12.
Press the CLR key several times to exit to Settings menu.
13.
Select Network, press ENT.
14.
Select Sources, press ENT.
15.
Scroll to Position, press ENT.
16.
Select MXJB-NMEA3, press ENT to leave a check mark.
17.
Press the CLR key to exit.
18.
Verify if position L/L is displayed in POS1 screen.
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Notes:
1.
If MXJB-NMEA3 (Port 3) is selected as position source the “Configure” button will not be available. To configure Port 3, it has to be deselected first as source.
2.
Possible baud rates are 4800 or 19,200. When both antenna and J-Box port 3 are at the same baud rate (i.e. 4800), the J-Box sends a setup command to change the antenna baud rate to
19,200. Port 3 in turn switches itself to 19,200 baud automatically. If this fails to happen, you may have to manually reset the baud rate of the Port 3 of the junction box to 19,200 (see setting the antenna port baud rate for procedure).
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Group selection
The MX610/MX612 can use GPS antennas or data sources that all other products on the N2K network use, or you may select individual sources for the MX610/MX612 system.
If the group is set to “Simrad”, any changes to a source will also affect other similar display systems on the network.
If the group is “None”, the selected source will be used for that particular MX610/MX612 unit only.
Advanced selection
This is similar to the manual selection mode. Using this mode will allow you to view all the available resources available in the N2K network. Selection can be done by placing a check mark on the item selected. You can only use one source of position at a time.
Device List
From the device list you can:
• List all of the active SimNet and NMEA 2000 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 (Ant#1 or FWD Ant., Etc.)
• See data coming from the device
• Get access to configuration page for the device.
Displaying the Device List
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Highlight the “Tools and Settings”, then press the knob or the ENT key.
3.
Scroll to NETWORK icon and press the ENT key.
4.
Scroll to “Device List” then press the ENT key. This will bring up the list of all devices that are in the N2K network.
5.
Scroll to the device desired (i.e. GS70, MXJB-Ch1, etc.) then press the ENT key to bring up the
Device Information screen. This screen shows you the Device model, Name, Manufacturer,
Software Version, Address, s/n, Status, etc.
6.
Scroll to the Data button and press the ENT key. This will display the Data List for the selected device.
7.
Press the CLR key to exit the data list screen.
8.
Highlight the Close button and press the ENT key or press the CLR key several times to exit.
You may also press any hot key to directly go to that screen.
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Changing BAUD rate
There are cases where you may need to change the baud rate speed of the NMEA 0183 port of the MX61xJB to match a NMEA “talker“ or “listener”. This can be done using the procedure below:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to the “Tools and Settings”, then press the knob or the ENT key.
3.
Scroll to Network then press the ENT key.
4.
Scroll to NMEA 0183 over MX61xJB then press ENT.
5.
Scroll to the Port# desired (i.e. Port 1) then press ENT. The MXJB-Ch1 NMEA1 - Device Information dialog box will show.
6.
The Configure button will be highlighted at this point, press the ENT key to activate the configure button.
7.
Scroll to Baud rate... 4800, press ENT. The baud rate selections are 4800, 9600, 19200 and
38400.
8.
Scroll to the correct baud rate then press ENT to accept.
9.
Press the CLR key several times or press any hot key to exit.
Diagnostics
The diagnostic page shows details for the NMEA 2000/CAN bus network. This can be accessed under the Tools & Settings/Network menu.
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Option
Bus State
Rx Overflows
Rx Overruns
Rx Errors
Tx Errors
Fast packet Errors:
Rx Messages
Tx Messages
Bus Load
Description
Indicates if network backbone is operating. If no data is detected, check power and terminations
Value greater than 0 could indicate the software is very busy and unable to keep up with incoming messages
CAN interface error counters. Count up when there are errors on the CAN bus, and down when things are okay. Should normally be
0. The bus power is off when 255 is reached. Check same things as for Bus state if greater than 0 observed
Detected errors since power up. Check the network if this is continually increasing
A count since power up of messages received / transmitted
Real time bus load in percentage of max capacity
SimNet Groups
The SimNet Group function is used to control parameter settings, either globally or in groups of units. The function is used on larger vessels where several SimNet units are connected via the 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 illustration below shows a network of three MX610/MX612 units (two on the bridge and one in the remote area). The two units on the bridge can be made to belong to one group (i.e.
Group #1) so that when the backlight and damping settings is adjusted in one of the bridge units, the other MX610/MX612 display settings will also change. The third MX610/MX612 unit in the remote location which does not belong to group #1 will not be affected.
MX61x CONTROL HEAD
PAGE MENU
MOB
POS NAV HDG AIS
GS70
MX61x CONTROL HEAD
PAGE MENU
MAIN BRIDGE
Group #1
MOB
POS NAV HDG AIS
MX61x CONTROL HEAD
PAGE MENU
MOB
POS NAV HDG AIS
MX61xJB J-Box
REMOTE STATION
Group #2
Damping
Controls how quickly the display updates values from sensors.
Increasing the damping applies more averaging or smoothing of the data update rate on the display.
Damping settings are applied to SimNet units belonging to particular damping SimNet
Groups.
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Note:
If the damping factor for heading is high, the captured heading might differ from the heading read on the display when using the heading capture function. This feature controls equipment that are connected in the NMEA 2000 bus only.
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HS70/HS80/MX575C D/GPS Compass Antenna Offset (N2K connection)
The difference between the compass lubber line and the boat’s center line should be compensated for. This can be done in two ways, namely: physically rotating the compass antenna so the heading is corrected or by entering an offset value using the procedure below. This offset value is saved in the antenna unit.
Entering heading offset procedure:
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.
Activate the device configuration dialog as shown below, by pressing the MENU key.
4.
Scroll to Tools and Settings, press the ENT key.
5.
Scroll to NETWORK icon, press the ENT key.
6.
Scroll to Device list, press the ENT key.
7.
Scroll to Compass, press the ENT key.
8.
Highlight the GPS compass unit being used, press the ENT key.
9.
The highlight will be in Configure button, press the ENT key.
10.
Highlight the Offset field, press the ENT key. The virtual keypad will show.
11.
Highlight (+) or (-), press the ENT key.
12.
Scroll to Enter the offset, press the ENT key.
13.
Enter the offset value using the virtual keypad.
14.
Highlight OK, press the ENT key.
15.
Highlight the Close button, then press the ENT key.
16.
Press the HDG hot key to exit.
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Note:
Make sure that both the compass heading and the bearing to the object have the same unit (Magnetic or True).
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NMEA 0183 Output over TCP/IP (LAN)
The MX610/MX612 has the capability to output NMEA 0183 over the Ethernet (LAN) port.
Since there is no bandwidth restrictions in LAN, all listed NMEA messages are transmitted (see message table below). The data of the sentences comes from the data source selected.
List of NMEA messages supported in LAN
NMEA Message Description
GGA GPS system fix data
GLL
GSA
GSV
GRS
Geographic position
GNSS DOP and Active Satellites
GNSS Satellites in view
GNSS Range Residuals
GBS
GNS
APB
VTG
ZDA
DTM
RMC
AAM
GNSS Satellite Fault Detection
GNSS Fix Data
Autopilot Sentence “B”
Course over ground and speed over ground
Time and Date
Datum
Recommended minimum specific GNSS data
Waypoint arrival alarm
BOD
MTW
XTE
DBT
VHW
HDG
VLW
MWV
Bearing - Origin to destination
Water temperature
Cross-Track error
Depth below transducer
Water speed and heading
Heading, deviation and variation
Distance Traveled through the Water
Wind Speed and Angle
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Note:
NMEA 0183 over LAN is enabled by default, no user operation is required to turn it on/ off.
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NMEA 0183 output over junction box
NMEA port selection is available only when a MX61xJB junction box is detected in the N2K network. The MX610JB has four RS-422 NMEA 0183 data ports while the MX612JB has twelve
RS-422 NMEA 0183 ports. When the MX610/MX612 CDU senses the presence of the MX61xJB junction box, it will provide a list of port numbers based on the CDU model.
The junction box supplies the power used by devices connected to the NMEA 2000 bus. It also provides the N2K termination when the DIP switch is set to ON.
When an MX smart antenna is connected in Ports 3 & 4 of the junction box and selected as source of position, port 3 will be grayed out in the list. The operator will be able to control ports 1 and 2 for the MX610JB data output and ports 1,2,5,6,7,8,9,10,11 & 12 for the MX612JB junction box.
To activate the NMEA -0183 port, use the procedure below:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Turn the rotary knob to scroll down to Tool & Settings menu then press ENT.
3.
Scroll to Network then press ENT.
4.
Scroll down to NMEA 0183 over junction box then press ENT.
A list of port numbers will be shown. The MX610JB has 4 ports while the MX612JB has 12 ports.
5.
Scroll to the port you want to use (i.e. Port 1) then press ENT to bring up the “- -Device configuration” screen.
6.
You may change the Baud rate, Lat/Lon Decimal Precision, Time Decimal
Precision and Decimal precision for other data by scrolling to it and pressing ENT.
7.
Scroll to the Output sentences button then press ENT to bring up the
NMEA 0183 Output Sentences dialog window.
8.
Scroll to GPS and press ENT to expand the list of NMEA messages related to GPS positioning.
9.
Scroll to the desired NMEA message (i.e. GGA, VTG, etc.).
10.
Turn on the NMEA sentence by pressing the ENT key to put a check mark on it.
11.
Press the CLR key to go back to the dialog screen.
12.
Highlight the
CLOSE
button then press ENT.
13.
Press any hot key to exit.
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List of NMEA messages supported by the Junction Box
Classification NMEA Message Description
GGA GPS system fix data
GLL
GSA
Geographic position
GNSS DOP and Active Satellites
GPS
GSV
GRS
GBS
GNS
GNSS Satellites in view
GNSS Range Residuals
GNSS Satellite Fault Detection
GNSS Fix Data
NAV
ECHO
VTG
ZDA
DTM
RMC
RMB
ALR*
APB
XTE
WPL
RTE
DPT
VHW
Course over ground and speed over ground
Time and Date
Datum
Recommended minimum specific GNSS data
Recommended minimum navigation information
Set alarm state*
Autopilot Sentence “B”
Cross-Track error
Waypoint Location
Routes
Depth
Water speed and heading
Compass
AIS*
HDG
HDT
ROT
THS
VDx*
Heading, deviation and variation
Heading, True
Rate of Turn
True heading and status
AIS messages (VDO & VDM)*
* Consideration for future implementation
Printer Output
This menu item controls the printer output. NMEA ports 1 or 2 can be configured to output to a printer. Printer time settings are Off, 1 min, 30 min, 1 hr, 2 hr or 3 hr interval (typical setting is 1 hr). Use 1 min to test the printer function, then set it to the desired print time thereafter.
The printer output is simple ASCII text designed to operate on any serial printers (i.e. EPSON thermal printer Model M267A
@ 38,400 baud). An RS-422 to RS-232 converter is needed to match the electrical standard of the printer.
A sample of the printer format is shown below:
Simrad MX 610/612 Navigation System
========================================
18:06:59
Differential GPS Fix
UTC 09 2 2015
Latitude: 33 48.5084’ N
Longitude: 118 21.0106’ W
COG: 320.76 SOG: 5.00 kn
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To activate the Printer Output, use the procedure below:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Turn the rotary knob to scroll down to Tool & Settings menu then press ENT.
3.
Scroll to Network then press ENT.
4.
Scroll down to NMEA 0183 over junction box then press ENT.
5.
A list of port numbers will be shown. The MX610JB has 4 ports while the MX612JB has 12 ports.
6.
Scroll to the port you want to use (i.e. Port 1) then press ENT to bring up the “- -Device configuration” screen.
7.
Uncheck the “CH Output” function. This will turn off any NMEA 0183 messages that may be on.
8.
Scroll to Printer Output, press ENT.
9.
Click on the printing time desired (Off, 1 Min, 30 min, 1 Hr, 2 Hr or 3 Hr).
10.
Select Close and press ENT.
MX610/MX612
MX521
MX521A
MX521B
12/24V DC
T
T
MX61xJB
Thermal
Printer
To Printer
(25-Pin dB
Connector)
12/24V DC
P1
RS-232 to RS-422
Converter
Ports 3&4
Where:
N2K Backbone
Drop line
NMEA 0183 line
P1 (or any JB Port)
RX+ RX- TX+ TX-
B&B Elect.
Model: 422LP9TB
RS232-RS422
Converter
9-Pin dB connector
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Multi-Hz feature
For navigation applications that require more than 1 position per second data output, the
MX610/MX612 can configure the GS70 antenna and the MX610JB junction box NMEA ports to output the NMEA sentences up to 10 Hz position update. Use the setup procedure below to turn on the multi-Hz output feature:
GS70 antenna setting:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Select the Tools and Settings then press ENT.
3.
Highlight the GPS icon then press ENT.
4.
Select Advance configuration then press ENT.
5.
Select Position update rate then press ENT to bring up the drop-down submenu.
6.
Selection rates are 1, 5 or 10 Hz. Select desired speed then press ENT.
7.
Press the
CLR
button to go back to main menu.
MX610/MX612 port setting:
1.
Highlight the Network icon then press ENT.
2.
Scroll down to NMEA 0183 over junction box menu then press ENT. A drop-down list showing the port numbers will be shown.
3.
Scroll to the port# you want to use (i.e. Port 1) then press ENT to bring up the list of NMEA messages.
4.
Scroll to GGA then press MENU.
5.
Select 10 (for 10 Hz) then press ENT.
6.
Repeat the steps 11-12 for other NMEA sentences that you want to use.
7.
Press the CLR key or any hot keys to exit.
Determine the unit’s software version
The About screen displays the copyright information, wheelmark icon and other technical information about the CDU model and MX antenna connected through the MX61xJB junction box. For devices connected through the NMEA 2000 network, the software version can be viewed using the device list.
CDU and Antenna software version:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Tools & Settings, press ENT.
3.
Scroll to Systems icon, press ENT.
4.
Scroll to About, press ENT. The system Model#, s/w version, Antenna model# and s/w version will be indicated.
5.
To exit, press the CLR key repeatedly or press any hot key.
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All devices in the N2K Network:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Tools & Settings, press ENT.
3.
Scroll to Network icon, press ENT.
4.
Scroll to Device List, press ENT.
5.
Scroll to the device to be verified, press ENT.
6.
Dialog box will show the software version and other technical data for that device.
GPS Settings
This settings screen allows the operator to control the RAIM feature, RAIM Alarm, RAIM protection radius, Lat/Long offsets, GNSS Mode and DGPS Mode. Use the procedure below to access this settings:
1.
Press the MENU key to bring up the quick menu.
2.
Select the Tools & Settings, press ENT.
3.
Scroll to GPS icon, press ENT.
4.
Scroll to RAIM or other features listed below.
RAIM Feature
RAIM (Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring) is a fault detection feature that works in conjunction with the MX antenna unit. It gives the operator timely warnings when the GPS system error exceeds the pre-set limit of 100 meters. This feature requires at least five or more
GPS satellite to operate properly. There are three RAIM states, namely:
• RAIM safe (R+) - system error is less than 100 meters
• RAIM unsafe (R-) - system error is equal or more than 100 meters
• RAIM caution (R?) - less than 5 satellites are available
The Enabled RAIM and RAIM alarm can be disabled by removing the check mark next to them. The RAIM protection radius can be either 10 or 100 meters. Default setting is 100 meters.
Lat/Long Offset
This feature allows the operator to enter the Latitude and Longitude offset values between the center of the ship to antenna position.
GNSS Mode
Depending on the antenna type in use, the operator can select whether the position Lat/Lon will be determined using autonomous GPS satellites only or combination of GPS and
GLONASS satellites. The GPS+GLONASS selection becomes available only when the MX521B or MX575D/HS80A antenna model is in use.
Autonomous GPS position fix is indicated by a “GP” icon in the status bar while GPS+GLONASS is indicated by “GN” icon.
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GPS/GPS+GLONASS selection
By default, the SIMRAD CDU is set to navigate using the GPS satellite system. When using the
MX521B smart antenna or the HS80A/MX575D smart D/GPS compass models, the SIMRAD
CDU can be controlled to navigate using combined solutions from GPS and GLONASS satellites.
Setup procedure to use GPS and GLONASS (or GNSS) satellites:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll Tools & Settings menu, press ENT.
3.
Scroll to GPS icon, press ENT.
4.
Scroll to GNSS Mode, press ENT.
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5.
Scroll to GPS+GLONASS, press ENT.
6.
Press the CLR key repeatedly (or press any hot key) to exit.
7.
The GP (GPS) icon in the status bar will change to GN when position solution from combined
GPS & GLONASS becomes available. Also, the NMEA 0183 message header is changed from
$GPxxx to $GNxxx.
DGPS Mode
The DGPS mode controls the implementation of DGPS corrections to the GPS receiver. The three differential modes are Off, WAAS and Beacon. WAAS is also known in general term as
SBAS (Satellite Based Augmentation System). This includes WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS and other satellite based GPS correction systems implemented by host countries. SBAS correction is not recognized by IMO and should not be used in lieu of the land-based differential station signals. It is recommended to turn the DGPS mode to OFF when navigating in areas where the land-based differential beacon signals are not available. In addition to the DGPS control, a Mixed mode setting can be used to allow position solution to be derived from differentially corrected satellites as well as un-corrected satellites. This is a good feature in areas where partial correction is the only available option.
The source of DGPS correction for the MX521A/B antenna model can be controlled using the procedure below:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Tools & Settings menu, press ENT.
3.
Scroll to GPS icon, press ENT.
4.
Scroll to DGPS mode, press ENT.
5.
Scroll to OFF, Beacon, WAAS or Ext. RTCM, press ENT.
6.
Press any hot key to exit.
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Note:
External RTCM data and connection for the
MX521A/B antenna model is shown in the diagram below. Connection of the RTCM +/- is directly done to the gray and purple wires of the MX521 antenna cable.
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MX61xJB PCB Terminals
MX521A
MX521B
SIMNET
RED
BLK
TERMINATION
PORT1
REMOTE
NMEA 0183 PORT
CONNECTOR TERMINALS
RX+ RX TX+ TX
PORT3
PORT2
PORT4
+ -
SUPPLY
NEG
+12/24 VDC
GRY
PRPL
YEL
WHT
BLU
BRN
ORG
GRN
Mixed Mode
This feature allows position calculation using all available satellites in view whether they have differential correction data or not. In areas where beacon differential signal from land-based station or
SBAS is marginal and only partial satellite correction is available, it may be useful to use the MIXED mode selection.
Reset Procedures
In order to access the RESET functionality, the following software versions have to be in place:
• MX61x CDU - s/w version 1.0.42.235 (or newer),
• MX61xJB junction box - s/w version 1100 100121 (or newer)
How to RESET the Junction Box: (MX610JB & MX612JB)
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Tools & Settings, press ENT.
3.
Scroll to NETWORK, press ENT.
4.
Scroll to “NMEA Over MX61xJB”, press ENT.
5.
Scroll to either “Restore to Default” or “Power Reset”, press ENT.
6.
Press the CLR key repeatedly or press any hot keys to exit.
-
+
Ext. RTCM
@4800 Baud
Where:
MX612 with 12 Ports MX610 with 4 Ports
• Power Reset - cycles the power to the junction box.
• Restore to default - restores baud rate of ports as per the table below.
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Port#
MXJB-NMEA1
MXJB-NMEA2
MXJB-NMEA3*
MXJB-NMEA4
MXJB-NMEA5
MXJB-NMEA6
MXJB-NMEA7*
MXJB-NMEA8
MXJB-NMEA9
MXJB-NMEA10
MXJB-NMEA11*
MXJB-NMEA12
MX610 MX612 Description
4800 4800 NMEA 0183
4800 4800 NMEA 0183 Out & RTCM In port
19,200 19,200 NMEA 0183 - Antenna Port
4800
-
4800
4800
NMEA 0183 - Beacon status input
NMEA 0183
-
-
-
-
-
-
4800
4800
4800
4800
4800
NMEA 0183 Out & RTCM In port
19,200 NMEA 0183 -High-speed port
NMEA 0183 - Beacon status input
NMEA 0183
NMEA 0183 Out & RTCM In port
19,200 NMEA 0183 - High-speed port
NMEA 0183 - Beacon status input
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*Note:
Restoring to default causes the baud rate of Port 3 to match the antenna baud rate at 4800 baud. When the antenna is detected, it will automatically configure the antenna to
19,200 and then adjust itself to 19,200 after 5 seconds. This action is duplicated in high-speed ports 7 and 11. Only equipment set to 19,200 should use this port.
How to RESET the SIMRAD Antenna: (smart antenna connected to Ports 3 & 4 of the
MXJB)
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Tools & Settings, press ENT.
3.
Scroll to GPS icon, press ENT.
4.
Scroll to Antenna Reset menu, press ENT.
5.
Select Cold Reset or Factory Default Reset, press ENT.
Where:
• Cold Reset - sets the baud rate to 4800, NMEA messages to default and clears the oscillator, ephemeris and almanac data
• Factory Default - sets the baud rate to 4800 and sets the NMEA messages to default
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Note:
Resetting the antenna will automatically change the baud rate of the antenna and the MX61xJB port 3 to 4800 baud. When normal communication between the MX antenna and the Junction box is established, the J-box will send a setup command to the antenna to switch to 19200 baud without user intervention. .
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How to restore the MX61x display to default settings:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Tools & Settings, press ENT.
3.
Select SYSTEM icon, press ENT.
4.
Scroll to Restore Defaults, press ENT.
5.
Place check mark on each item you want to reset by scrolling to it and pressing the ENT key.
6.
Scroll to the OK button and press ENT.
7.
The MX61x CDU will restart.
8.
Press the PWR key and hold it down until it beeps. Press the POWER key momentarily to stop the beeping.
9.
Turn the power ON by pressing the POWER key momentarily.
Settings will be deleted or set to default when checked:
• Local settings - local display settings will be restored to default
• Global settings - global group settings will be restored to default
• SimNet global reset - Reset the SimNet network.
• Alarm history - all alarms logged will be deleted
• Waypoints and routes - all waypoints and routes will be deleted
• Tracks - all tracks will be deleted
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Note:
Unless you need to clear all stored values during the installation setup procedure, you should not perform a restore to factory settings.
HDOP tab
This screen presents a bar graph representing the HDOP (Horizontal Dilution of Precision) history for the past 24 hours. The
GPS constellation shifts back 4 minutes per day. That means you can expect the GPS coverage to be virtually the same today as it was yesterday.The small 1 hour gap in the bar graph represents the 24th hour. The gap is provided to ease the readability of the graph for the present time. To bring up the
HDOP history screen, do the following:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Tools & Settings, press ENT.
3.
Scroll to GPS icon, press ENT.
4.
Press the PAGE key to change tab to HDOP.
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Waypoints, Routes & Tracks
Waypoints, Routes and Tracks panels
The Waypoints, Routes and Tracks panels gives access to advanced edit functions and settings for all these items available on your system.
The edit and settings options are accessed from the tools menu or by using the dialog buttons when one of the items is selected.
Waypoints
A waypoint is a location on the chart defined by unique latitude and longitude coordinates.
They can be created in the MX610/MX612 using the following methods:
• Saving the vessel position
• Using Lat/Long coordinates taken from a chart
• Specified range and bearing.
Positioning waypoints
Saving the vessel’s position as a waypoint
The easiest method to create a waypoint is by saving the vessel’s position. This is done by a momentary press of the MOB key. This action will save the position Lat/Long into the next vacant waypoint number.
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Note:
The MOB key is a two function key. A momentarily press saves the position L/L into the next vacant waypoint. Press and hold the MOB key for 3 seconds, will save the position as
MOB and will calculate range and bearing back to that point.
Creating or editing waypoints
A Waypoint can be created (or edited) by using the procedure below:
1.
Press the MENU key to bring up the quick menu.
2.
Scroll to Wpt/Rte/Trk... and press the ENT key.
3.
Turn the rotary knob to highlight the “New Waypoint...”
4.
Press the ENT key to bring up the waypoint dialog box.
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Note:
You may also press the MENU key to bring up the sub-menu and then select “New...” for a new waypoint entry, then press the ENT key.
The position L/L coordinates is copied on the waypoint position field for a new waypoint.
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5.
Rotate the knob to move the highlight to the Waypoint L/L field, then press the ENT key. The virtual numeric keypad will appear.
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Rotate the knob to highlight the left (or right) arrow key and press the center of the knob to shift the cursor to the digit you wish to change, then press the ENT key.
7.
Change the number by using the combination of the rotary knob and virtual numeric keypad, then press the ENT key. Do this for each digit you want to change.
8.
When all the digits are entered, highlight the
OK
button then press the ENT key to finish entry.
9.
Other items like the symbol color, waypoint name or other options can also be accessed in this screen. The alarm radius and depth can be entered in the options dialog box.
10.
Scroll to
SAVE
button and press the ENT key to save the information.
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Note:
Pressing the center area of the rotary knob is the same action as pressing the ENT key.
Waypoint Alarm Settings
You can set an alarm radius for each individual waypoint you create.
1.
In waypoint menu table, highlight waypoint title tab and press center of knob.
2.
From Edit Waypoint menu, scroll to Alarm Radius section, highlight field and press ENT key.
3.
With virtual keypad, use the cursor to change each digit. Range 00 to 99. Click the
SAVE
button.
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The waypoint radius alarm must be toggled ON in the alarm panel to activate an alarm when your vessel comes within the defined radius.
Deleting waypoints
You can delete waypoints using the Delete All menu command or you can delete a specific group of waypoints with Delete all by symbol in the menu dialog box.
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Note:
Waypoints that are used in an active route will not be deleted.
Routes
A route is a series waypoints arranged in the order that you want to navigate them.
The route can be created from the Route’s panel described below:.
Creating a new Route
1.
Press the MENU key to bring up the quick menu.
2.
Scroll to “Wpt/Rte/Trk...” and press the ENT key.
3.
Press the PAGE key to select the Routes tab.
4.
Press the MENU key to bring up the dialog box. This step will allow you to edit, make new route, delete all or find a route.
5.
Select New, and highlight create using route list option, press ENT key.
6.
Turn the rotary knob to highlight new route field.
7.
Use virtual keypad to type in the route name if necessary. Press rotary knob to enable/disable display option.
8.
Display will go to the PLOT screen showing your present position and the route point.
9.
Highlight the
Save
button and press the ENT key (or highlight the
Cancel
button if you want to cancel the entry).
Adding Waypoint(s) to a Route
Waypoint(s) can be added to an existing route by using the procedure below: .
1.
Press the MENU key to bring up the quick menu.
2.
Highlight the Wpt,/Rte/Trk... menu.
3.
Press the ENT key.
4.
Press the PAGE key to tab to Routes.
5.
Highlight the route you wish to modify.
6.
Press the ENT key.
7.
Using the rotary knob, move the highlight to the route table.
8.
Press the ENT key.
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9.
Scroll down to the waypoint number where you want to add .
10.
Press the MENU key.
11.
Scroll to “Insert...” then press the ENT key.
12.
Select the waypoint number you wish to add from the waypoint bank or make a new waypoint.
13.
Press the ENT key.
14.
Press the CLR key to go out of the table.
15.
Highlight the
SAVE
button then press the ENT key.
16.
Press any hot keys to exit.
To find a Route
1.
In the Wpts, Tracks and Routes table, press the PAGE key to highlight Routes tab.
2.
Press the MENU key, on the menu list, scroll to Find, press the ENT key.
3.
In Find from Vessel-Route window, highlight name field, press rotary knob.
Use virtual keypad to enter name of route required.
4.
Highlight the
Enter
button on keypad, press rotary knob. The result of the search will appear in table as illustrated.
5.
Highlight the route desired, then press the MENU key to edit or start the route.
Starting a Route
1.
Press the MENU key to bring up the quick menu.
2.
Scroll to Wpt/Rte/Trk... and press the ENT key.
3.
Press the PAGE key to tab to Tools.
4.
Scroll to Waypoints, routes and tracks icon, then press the ENT key.
5.
Press the PAGE key to select the Routes tab.
6.
Press the MENU key.
7.
Select New, and highlight create using route list option, press ENT.
8.
The Route table will show route name’s details. Use rotary knob to highlight the table, press rotary knob.
9.
Scroll and select a route, press ENT key.
10.
In Edit Route window, the route details will be displayed (legs, waypoint,distance and bearing).
11.
Turn the rotary knob to highlight the
START
button, press ENT.
12.
Select forward or reverse then press ENT.
Or, use the quick menu:
1.
In main screen, press MENU key to bring up the quick menu.
2.
Scroll to Goto...Press ENT key.
3.
In submenu, choose Route.
4.
On Select Route menu, scroll to required route, press ENT key.
5.
The Start Route message will be prompted, forward, reverse or cancel route. Highlight action and press rotary knob.
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Tracks
A track is a graphical presentation of the historical path of the vessel, allowing you to retrace where you have travelled.
From the factory, the system is set to automatically draw a track. The system will continue to record the track until the track length reaches the maximum trail point setting, and will then automatically begin overwriting the oldest track points.
The automatic tracking function can be turned off from the Tracks panel described later in this section.
Creating a new track
You define the track settings and start the new track from the Tracks Settings dialog described below.
Track settings
The track is made up of a series of track points connected by line segments whose length depends on the frequency of track recording.
You can select to position track points based on time settings, distance, or by letting the
MX610/MX612 system position a waypoint automatically when a course change is registered.
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Note:
The Tracks option must also be turned ON in the chart settings to be visible.
Track setup
Use the procedure below to configure the track feature: .
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Tracks, press the ENT key.
3.
Turn the knob to highlight the Logging type then press the knob.
4.
Select Auto, Distance or Time, press the ENT key.
5.
If selection is the Distance, to change follow instruction below:
• Highlight Distance, press ENT key
• On virtual keypad, enter numeric value for distance period. Use the arrows to navigate the keypad. Range 000 to 115.07
6.
If selection is the Time, to change follow instruction below:
• Highlight Time, press ENT key
• Choose time interval (secs/mins) from menu list, turn rotary knob clockwise, highlight and press rotary knob
7.
Press CLR key to escape.
To edit Track
Use to change track log
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Wpt/Rte/Trk.
3.
Press the ENT key.
4.
Press the PAGE key to change the tab to Tracks.
5.
Scroll to the desired track.
6.
Press MENU key.
7.
In submenu, choose Edit option then press the ENT key.
8.
In Edit Track window, rotate knob and highlight fields to change.
9.
To change track name, highlight the name field, press rotary knob, use virtual keypad to enter name.
10.
Highlight the
Enter
button in keypad when completed, then press the ENT key.
11.
To (remove) display or record track, (un)check the selection.
12.
Customize track display, rotate knob to graphic and press rotary knob, from grid select color of track.
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13.
Enter description of track, press ENT key, use virtual keypad to enter alphanumeric details.
Use
Enter
button to exit.
14.
Highlight Create Route from track.
15.
Highlight the
START
button then press the ENT key to start the route.
16.
Select going forward or reverse, then press the ENT key.
17.
At bottom of window, select to delete, show, save or cancel modification.
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Note:
Show
button will display the plot screen
To toggle, press ENT key in the Edit Track window.
To add new Track
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Highlight the Wpt/Rte/trk, then press the ENT key.
3.
Press PAGE key, to Tracks tab, see list of tracks.
4.
Rotate knob to highlight track line identified as New Track, press ENT key (or for same function, press MENU key, scroll to New).
5.
In New Track window, highlight field, press rotary knob, use virtual keypad to enter name.
6.
Press
Enter
button in keypad when completed.
7.
To (remove) display or record track, (un)check the selection.
8.
Customize track display, rotate knob to graphic and press rotary knob, from grid select color of track.
9.
Enter description of track, press ENT key, use virtual keypad to enter alphanumeric details.
Use
Enter
button to exit.
10.
At bottom of window, select to save or cancel entry.
11.
Press CLR key to exit.
To find a Track
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Highlight the Wpt/Rte/Trk and press the ENT key.
3.
Press PAGE key, to Tracks tab, see list of tracks.
4.
Press the MENU key.
5.
In submenu, choose Find option, press ENT key.
6.
Find from Vessel- Track window, select a track from list below.
7.
Press MENU key, scroll to Show option, press ENT key.
The selected track will be displayed in the plot screen.
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Navigating with the MX610/MX612
The navigation function allows you to navigate towards a waypoint, along a predefined route or a new Lat/Long coordinate.
Goto Menu
You can start navigation to any waypoint or route from the NAV screen by using the Goto menu, displayed by pressing MENU key.
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Note:
When the MX610/MX612 starts navigating, the cross track limits will be indicated on the
NAV screen.
Navigate a Route
Start navigating a route by pressing the NAV key, then pressing the MENU key and then activating the Goto menu and scroll to Route.
When route navigation is started, the Goto menu will expand showing options for skipping a waypoint, or for restarting the route from current vessel position.
Cancel Navigation
You can cancel navigation from the Goto menu. Press the MENU key one time to bring up the quick menu. Select the Cancel navigation and press the ENT key.
Navigation Settings Panel
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Navigation Method
Different methods are available for calculating the distance and bearing between any two points on a chart.
The Great Circle (GC) route is the shortest path between two points. However, if you are to travel along such a route, it would be difficult to steer manually as the heading would constantly be changing (except in the case of due north, south, or along the equator).
Rhumb lines (RL) are tracks of constant bearing. It is possible to travel between two locations using Rhumb line computation, but the distance would usually be greater than if Great Circle is used.
Steering Alarm Limits
Arrival Radius
Sets an invisible circle around the destination waypoint.
The vessel is considered to have arrived at the waypoint when it is within this radius.
Off Course (XTE) Limit
This parameter defines the vessel’s accepted offset distance from the leg.
If the vessel goes beyond this limit an alarm will be activated.
Arrival Alarm
When the arrival alarm is enabled, an alarm will be activated as the vessel reaches the waypoint or when it is within the specified arrival radius.
Magnetic Variation
Magnetic variation is the difference between true bearings and magnetic bearings, caused by different location of the Geographic and the Magnetic north poles. Any local anomalies such as iron deposits might also affect the magnetic bearings.
Magnetic variation is applied in order to navigate with heading in “True” mode when a magnetic compass is used as source.
When set to Auto, the system automatically converts magnetic north to true north. Select manual mode if you need to enter your own local magnetic variation.
Datum
Most paper charts are made in the WGS84 format, which also is used by the MX610/MX612 system.
If your paper charts are in a different format, you can change the datum setting accordingly to match your paper chart.
Coordinate System
Several coordinate systems can be used to control the format for Lat/Long coordinates displayed on the POS and PLOT panels.
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Navigation Panels
The Steer and Position panels are used to display information when you are navigating.
NAV Panel
Status Bar
Heading
Destination
WPT#
NAV
Data
Vessel
Course Line
Cross-Track
Limit
Data Fields
The NAV/Steer panel offers the following information:
Heading True or magnetic compass heading
Status Bar Shows condition of GPS, RAIM and alarm
WPT#/Name Destination waypoint identification
DTD
BTW
SOG
COG
Distance to destination
Bearing to waypoint
Speed over ground
Course over ground
TTD
ETW
STEER
Time to destination
Estimated time of arrival at next waypoint
Course to steer towards next waypoint
Course Line
When travelling on a route the course line shows the intended course from one waypoint towards the next.
When navigating towards a waypoint (MOB or an entered Lat/Long position), the course line will show the intended course from the point at which navigation was started towards the next waypoint.
Vessel Symbol
The vessel symbol indicates distance and bearing relative to the intended course.
Off course Limit
If the XTE exceeds the defined off course limit, this will be indicated with a red arrow including the distance from the track line.
If the off course alarm is enabled, and the XTE exceeds the defined off course limit., the alarm will activate.
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POSition Panel
The POS screens (POS1, POS2 and POS3) provides the largest presentation of the present position Lat/Long coordinates. It also displays the course-over-ground (COG) and speed-overground (SOG), Odometer, Trip meter and the UTC Date & time. The time can be configured for local 24-hour or AM-PM setting as well as local time offset.
GPS position info SOG/COG with source name indicated
Data Fields
Heading True or Magnetic compass heading
Status Bar Indicates status of GPS, RAIM and alarm
GPS Position in Lat. and Long. (other coordinate format is available)
Time
Date
SOG
COG
UTC or Local
MM/DD/YYYY
Speed over ground (Knots)
Course over ground (True or Magnetic)
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The COG/SOG field will indicate the source of data if you assign a 5-character alphanumeric name to the device used for positioning and heading (i.e. SOG xxxxx Kn and COG xxxxx M) (see above picture).
The MX610/MX612 can display the Lat/Long data in several coordinate formats. To change the
L/L format:
1.
Press the MENU key to bring up the quick menu.
2.
Scroll down to Tools and Settings and press the ENT key.
3.
Scroll to NAVIGATION and press the ENT key.
4.
Scroll to Coord System (the default setting is Degrees-Minutes).
5.
Press the ENT key to bring up the different selections.
6.
Scroll to the desired L/L format.
7.
Press the ENT key to confirm selection.
8.
Press the POS hot key to verify.
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HDG screens
There are two heading (HDG1 and HDG2) screens. The HDG1 screen displays the analog compass rose with the digital heading readout in the center, while the HDG2 screen displays the digital HDG, ROT, Pitch, ROLL and YAW information. The HDG data is only valid if a GPS compass antenna or an alternative source of heading is available via the N2K network. You can toggle between the HDG1 and HDG2 screens by pressing the HDG hot key once or twice.
Quick Menu
Quick Menu
Data source
Goto
Wpt/Rte/Trk
Tools and Settings
HDG1 screen HDG2 screen
Description
Allows you to select the source of position and heading data to be used for navigation and display.
Lets you navigate to a waypoint, route or coordinate.
Shortcut to the Tools=>Wpt/Rte/Trk menu.
Will bring up the main menu page.
Data Source Selection
There are two methods for data source selection; auto or manual. In
Auto Select
mode, the source of compass data is selected based on the availability of the heading data in the N2K network. The
Auto Select
mode assures you that the MX610/MX612 will pick the best possible source of data for all features listed in the sub-menu below. Should there be a need to override this auto feature, the operator can manually change the individual selection using the procedure below.
Manual Selection procedure:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
The highlight the Data sources... menu.
3.
Press the ENT key.
4.
Highlight Compass, then press the ENT key.
5.
Press the ENT key to change the group (if none is selected) to SIMRAD -for all SIMRAD products.
6.
Highlight the Compass source then press the ENT key.
7.
Repeat the process for Navigation, Position, Boat speed, and others when necessary.
8.
When selection is completed, press the CLR key or any hot key (NAV, POS, etc.) to exit.
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Advance Data Source Selection
Selecting the “Advance...” setting will bring up the list of data sources that is detected in the
N2K network. Manual selection can be done by scrolling to the desired source and pressing the ENT key to leave a check mark. You can exit at anytime when the selection is completed by pressing any one of the hot keys.
Heading reference control
The heading reference can be changed to TRUE or MAGNETIC using the procedure below:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Tool and Settings and then press the ENT key.
3.
Scroll to UNITS icon and then press the ENT key.
4.
Scroll down to Heading and then press the ENT key.
5.
Toggle to T (True) or M (Magnetic) and then press ENT key to accept.
6.
Press any hot keys to exit.
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Using AIS (PLOT)
If a SIMRAD AIS transponder or DSC transceiver device is connected to the NMEA 2000 network, the MX610/MX612 can display the AIS target information in the AIS page. You can also see messages and position for DSC transmitting devices within range. If none is available, the plotter screen can show the waypoints, routes and tracks. You can zoom out by turning the rotary knob counter-clockwise and zoom in by turning it in clockwise direction. AIS targets can be displayed as overlay on the plotter screen. This feature is an important tool for safe travelling and collision avoidance.
You can define alarms to notify you if an AIS target gets too close or if the target is lost.
AIS vessels on AIS/PLOT screen AIS Plot with Quick Menu
Target symbols
The MX610/MX612 system use the AIS target symbols shown below:
Symbol Description
Sleeping AIS target (not moving or at anchor)
Moving and safe AIS target with course extension line.
Dangerous AIS target, illustrated with bold line.
Lost AIS target.
A target is defined as dangerous based on
the CPA and TCPA settings. Refer to “Defining dangerous vessels” on page 53.
When no signals have been received within a time limit a target will be defined as lost.
The target symbol represents the last valid position of the target before the reception of data was lost.
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Viewing information about AIS targets
AIS target list
The list of AIS targets can be displayed by using the procedure below:
1.
Press the AIS hot key.
2.
Press the MENU key to bring up the quick menu.
3.
Using the rotary knob, scroll to Settings.
4.
Press ENT.
5.
Press the PAGE key.
6.
Scroll to AIS.
7.
Press ENT again to show the list.
8.
To exit, press the CLR a few times or any hot key.
Selecting AIS target
Viewing information about all AIS targets
Detailed information about an AIS target can be accessed by using the previous procedure (steps 1-7) and:
1.
Using the rotary knob, scroll to the desired AIS target.
2.
Press the ENT key to show the details of the target vessel.
3.
Press any hot key to exit.
Vessel alarms
You can define several alarms to alert you if a target comes within predefined range limits, or if a target is lost.
Alarm ID
Dangerous vessel
AIS vessel lost
Vessel message
Description
Controls whether an alarm shall be activated when a vessel comes
within the predefined CPA or TCPA. See “Defining dangerous vessels” on page 53.
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The check box controls whether the alarm pop-up box is displayed and if the siren will sound. The CPA and TCPA defines when a vessel is dangerous regardless of the enabled/disabled state.
Sets the range for lost vessels. If a vessel is lost within this range this will trigger an alarm
Controls whether an alarm shall be activated when a message is received from an AIS target
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Vessel settings panel
Your vessel’s MMSI number
You need to have your own MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) number entered in the
MX610/MX612 system to be able to receive addressed messages from AIS and DSC vessels.
It is also important to have the MMSI number entered to avoid seeing your own vessel as an
AIS target on the plotter.
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Note:
The Vessel message option in the alarm settings must be toggled on if any MMSI message shall be displayed.
Filtering the targets
All targets are by default shown on the display if an AIS device is connected to the N2K network.
You can select not to show any targets, or to filter the icons based on security settings, distance and vessel speed.
Vessels extension lines
The length of the extension lines for your vessel and for other vessels can be set by the operator.
The length of the extension lines is either set as a fixed distance, or to indicate the distance the vessel will move to in the selected time period.
COG
Heading
For your vessel, heading information is read from active heading sensor, and COG information is received from the active GPS.
For other vessels COG data is included in the message received from the AIS system.
Defining dangerous vessels
You can define an invisible guard zone around your vessel. When a target comes within this distance from your vessel, the symbol will change to the “dangerous” target symbol. An alarm will be triggered if activated in the Alarm settings panel.
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Speed and Course indication
The extension line can be used to indicate speed and course for targets; either as absolute
(true) motion in the chart or relative to your vessel.
Different line style is used on the extension lines to indicate motion as shown below.
Absolute motion Relative motion
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Alarm system
The MX610/MX612 system continuously checks for dangerous situations and system faults while the system is running. When an alarm situation occurs, an alarm message will pop up on the screen and the status indicator on the top-right corner of the display will show the alarm bell icon.
If you have enabled the siren, the alarm message will be followed by an audible alarm, and the external alarm output will be active.
The alarm is recorded in the alarm listing so that you can see the details and take the appropriate corrective action.
Type of messages
There are two type of messages:
• Alarms
-
Generated when conditions are detected that critically effect the capability or performance of the system.
You must critically examine all alarm messages to determine their cause and effect.
• Warnings
-
Informing you of conditions that could result in unwanted system response or eventual failure.
Single alarms
A single alarm is displayed with the name of the alarm as the title, and with details for the alarm.
Multiple alarms
If more than one alarm is activated simultaneously, the alarm message will display a list of up to 3 alarms. The alarms are listed in the order they occur with the alarm activated first at the top. The remaining alarms are available in the Alarms dialog.
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Acknowledging a message
The following options are available in the alarm dialog for acknowledging a message:
Option Result
Close
(or OK)
Sets the alarm state to acknowledged, meaning that you are aware of the alarm condition. The siren / buzzer will stop and the alarm dialog will be removed.
The alarm will however remain active in the alarm listing until the reason for the alarm has been removed.
Disable Disables the current alarm setting. The alarm will not show again unless you turn it back on in the Alarms dialog.
There is no time-out on the alarm message or siren. These remain until you acknowledge it by pressing the ENT key or the center of the rotary knob or until the reason for the alarm is removed.
Alarms dialog
The alarms can be setup in the Alarms dialog. This dialog also includes information about active alarms and alarm history.
Alarm Settings
To setup the alarm limits, press the PAGE key to change the tab to Settings. Use the rotary knob to scroll up or down through the different alarm settings and press the ENT key to affix the check mark and specify limit values.
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List of alarm messages
Alarm name
No GPS Fix
No differential fix
RAIM (R- or R?)
(Receiver Autonomous
Integrity Monitoring)
Shallow water
Deep water
Anchor
Low boat speed limit
XTE (Cross Track Error)
Waypoint radius
Arrival
High voltage
Low voltage
Depth data missing
Heading missing
Dangerous vessel
AIS vessel lost
Vessel message
Trigger Condition
No position fix available from the smart antenna
No differential correction is available. GPS position fix only
The position solution exceeded 100 meter error (R-) or when not enough satellites available (R?). RAIM safe condition is indicated with R+.
Depth less than limit
Depth greater than limit
Vessel drifts away from the anchor radius
Boat speed below the limit
Vessel drifts out of the crosstrack zone
Vessel enters the radius of the waypoint
Vessel arrives at waypoint
Input voltage above the limit
Input voltage below the limit
No depth data from data source
No heading data from data source
AIS target within the limit
AIS target is no longer received
Received an AIS message
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Using the simulator
Simulator mode
The simulation feature will let you see how the unit works in a stationary position and without being connected to the GPS antenna.
You can use the simulator to help you become familiar with your unit before using it out on the water.
When the simulator is toggled on, this is indicated in the lower part of the display.
Advanced simulator settings
The advanced simulator settings allow you to define how to run the simulator. When the settings are saved, these will be used as default when starting the simulator mode.
GPS source
Selects where the GPS data is generated from. The selections are:
Simulated course or Simulated route (default).
Speed, course and route
Used to manually enter values when GPS source is set to Simulated course or Simulated route.
Set start position
Moves the vessel to current Lat/Long position.
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Warning:
Do not use the MX61x for navigation when in Simulator mode.
Simulation setup
To activate the simulator, do the following:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Tools and Settings then press the ENT key.
3.
Scroll to System icon then press the ENT key.
4.
Scroll down to Simulator, then press the ENT key.
5.
Scroll to Simulator Settings then press the ENT key. This will bring up the advanced simulator settings dialog box.
6.
Select Simulated course (default) setting.
7.
Scroll down to Speed (Kn) and press the ENT key. Enter the desired speed in knots using the numeric keypad.
8.
Scroll to
OK
button, then press the ENT key to confirm your entry.
9.
Scroll to Heading then press the ENT key.
10.
Enter the heading in degrees using the numeric keypad. Press the ENT key.
11.
Highlight the
OK
button and then press the ENT key.
12.
Scroll down to Start Position field then press the ENT key.
13.
Using the numeric keypad, enter the Lat/Lon coordinates where you want to start the navigation.
14.
Press the ENT key after the last digit is entered.
15.
Highlight
SAVE
button then press the ENT key.
16.
Press the NAV key to exit and verify the displayed Lat/Long.
Using the simulator mode, you can create waypoints, routes and calculate range and bearing to destination waypoint.
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Maintenance
Preventive maintenance
The MX610/MX612 display and antenna unit does not contain any field serviceable components, therefore the operator is required to perform only a very limited amount of preventative maintenance.
It is recommended that you use an optional protective sun cover when the display unit is not in use.
Simple maintenance procedures
Cleaning the display unit
The supplied cleaning cloth should be used to clean the screen, where possible. Use plenty of water to resolve and take away salt remains. Crystallized salt may scratch the coating if using a damp cloth. Apply minimal pressure to the screen.
Where marks on the screen can’t be removed by the cloth alone, use a 50/50 mixture of warm water and isopropyl alcohol to clean the screen. Avoid any contact with solvents (acetone, mineral turpentine etc.) or ammonia based cleaning products, as they may damage the antiglare layer, plastic bezel, or rubber keys.
To prevent UV damage to the plastic bezel and rubber keys, it is recommended that sun cover be fitted when the unit is not in use for an extended period.
Checking the keys
Make sure that no keys are stuck in the down position. If one is stuck, wiggle the key to free it back to normal.
Checking the connectors
The connectors should be checked by visual inspection only.
Push the connector plugs into the connector, if the connector plugs are equipped with a lock; ensure that this is in the correct position.
Trouble shooting
Failure
Unit fails to turn ON
Corrective action
Make sure the power cable is plugged in to the back of the MX610/MX612 and the 12-24 VDC power is turned ON. The unit normally takes about 30 seconds to re-boot when power connection is removed and re-connected.
Check the in-line fuse (or circuit-breaker) of the power cable. Replace the fuse when blown.
Using a voltmeter, verify that the 12-24 VDC supply is present on the power cable connector pins.
If problem persist, replace the MX610/MX612 unit.
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Failure Corrective action
Unit fails to detect the antenna For N2K antenna models (GS70 or HS80):
Make sure the antenna is connected properly and the cable connector is good. Check for any damage to the cable.
Verify if the dedicated 12 VDC supply to the N2K network is available. Re-cycle the power to the N2K bus.
Verify if the antenna is selected as the source of data under the main Menu/Network/Sources page.
Make sure N2K terminators are used on both ends of the NMEA 2000 bus.
True Heading is not displayed
AIS targets are not detected
Dim display
Red flashing power button, black display
CAN bus failure
Low CAN bus voltage
For MX521A or MX575C/D antennas connected to Port 3 of the MX61xJB, check the following:
1. Port 3 of the MX61xJB is configured to match the baud rate setting of the MX antenna (4800 (or
19,200).
2. The MXJB Port 3 is selected as the source of position under the MENU/Data sources/Position.
3. Check the wiring for proper connections (see installation wiring section).
If problem persist, replace the antenna unit.
Verify if the source of data is the HS70/HS80/MX575C or Gyro is selected under the MENU/Data sources/
Compass. Perform an auto select procedure or manually select the proper GPS compass unit. If problem persist, replace the GPS compass antenna unit.
Verify if an AIS transponder is connected in the N2K bus.
Make sure the AIS transponder is ON.
Check the VHF antenna, coaxial cable and connector(s) for any damage.
If problem persist, replace the AIS transponder.
Press the power button momentarily to increase the backlight brightness.
Local supply voltage missing or <5 V.
Check local supply, connections and fuses.
Press and hold down the power button for 5-6 seconds to turn off the unit completely. Repower by pressing the power key thereafter.
Poor CAN bus backbone, defective cable/connector or defective CAN bus receiver in autopilot control unit.
1.
Check backbone terminations.
2.
Check cable(s) and connectors.
3.
Replace N2K power supply or MX61xJB junction box unit.
Check cable length, bus load and bus supply feeding point. If possible, check if fault disappears by disconnecting some units.
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Software upgrades
Software upgrade of the MX610/MX612 display unit and MX61xJB junction box can be accomplished using USB memory stick or a PC.
The latest software files for the MX610/MX612 and junction box can be downloaded from the
SIMRAD professional website: www.navico.com/commercial
MX610/MX612 CDU software update procedure (USB method)
1.
Copy the *.upd file to a USB memory stick.
2.
Insert the USB stick into the MX61X USB connector.
3.
Turn off the MX61x unit by removing the power cable or turning off the circuit breaker to the unit.
4.
Reconnect the power cable (or turn on the circuit breaker), the s/w update will start automatically.
5.
At the end of the programming procedure, remove the USB memory stick.
6.
Turn ON the unit.
7.
Verify the software version number by pressing the MENU key.
8.
Scroll down to Tool & Settings menu, press ENT.
9.
Select the Systems icon, press ENT.
10.
Scroll to About, press ENT.
11.
End of procedure.
MX610/MX612 CDU Software Update Procedure using a PC
1.
Copy the *.upd file to your PC (not a network location).
2.
Connect the MX61x directly to your computer with a LAN network cable.
3.
Completely cut the 12-24 VDC power to the MX61x unit by using the power supply switch or circuit breaker.
4.
Press and hold down the PAGE button (top left button above the rotary) and apply external power to the unit. An IP address will be indicated on the CDU.
5.
Launch the Internet Explorer (or other web browser) and type the IP address as shown on the
MX61x (i.e. http://192.168.0.1).
6.
Browse to the file on your PC.
7.
Click on upload.
8.
The display unit will start the update process automatically after the upload.
9.
End of procedure.
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MX61xJB junction box software update procedure using the MX61x display
(USB method)
This programming feature is available in MX610/MX612 CDU with s/w version V1.0-42.226 or newer. Program update of the junction box can be done through the display USB. For junction boxes with software version 1.28 or lower, make sure there is external 12 VDC supply to the NMEA 2000 network (see diagram below).
1.
Copy the junction box software file (*.swup) to a USB memory stick.
2.
Restore the junction box to default using the below procedure: a. Press the MENU key.
b. Scroll to Tools and Settings, press ENT.
c. Select Network, press ENT.
d. Scroll to NMEA 0183 over MXJB, press ENT.
e. Select Restore to Default, press ENT.
3.
Insert a USB memory stick loaded with the MXJB *.swup file.
4.
Press the USB key.
5.
Scroll to “Memory Card - USB“, press ENT.
6.
Scroll to MXJB 1_0_01_20.swup file (or newer version), press ENT.
7.
Select the Upgrade button, press ENT.
8.
Put a check mark on the “SI80 Pilot controller [00xxxx#]” or “MXJB NMEA0183 gateway
[00xxxx#]” device in the list. The MX612JB has three of these, please put a check mark and upgrade one at a time starting at the gateway or controller with S/N [003xxx].
9.
Press the MENU key, then choose Start Upgrade, press ENT.
10.
Answer YES on the dialog box.
11.
After a few seconds the progress meter will indicate the status of download.
12.
Repeat the process for gateway number [002xxx#], then finish with the programming with the board s/n [001xxx#].
13.
Remove the USB.
14.
Verify the software version under the Menu/Tools & Settings/Network/Device List.
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Notes:
1.
It is important that the three MXJB gateways (or SI80 Pilot Controller) of the MX612JB be programmed one at a time to prevent conflicts.
2.
Upgrading the MX610JB/MX612JB junction box software through the USB port of the MX61x
CDU may require an external 12 VDC supply to the NMEA 2000 bus (see the diagram above).
Software update of the junction box may fail if no external 12 VDC is applied.
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List of components
The tables below list parts that are included in MX610/MX612 GPS and DGPS navigation kits. as well as optional items such as, cables and accessories that are available from your dealers.
MX610 DGPS navigation system (P/N 000-10919-001)
Part Name
MX610 Display Unit
Operator and Installation Manual
Quick Guide
Power Cable Assembly
Mounting Template
Mounting kit
Mounting gasket
Cable Assy, 6M N2KExt-BLK
Micro-C, T-Connector
MX610JB Junction Box
MX521A (or MX521B) DGPS antenna
Qty
1
1
1
1
1
1 bag
1
1
1
1
1
Part number
000-10914-001
988-10370-001
988-10369-001
032-0055-88
988-10200-002
003-8520-00
074-1114-000
003-8634-00
037-0491-01
000-11139-001
727051 (000-11640-001)
MX610 GPS navigation system (P/N 000-10917-001)
Part Name Qty Part number
MX610 Display Unit
Operator and Installation Manual
Quick Guide
Power Cable Assembly
Mounting Template
Mounting kit
Mounting gasket
Cable Assy, 6M N2KExt-BLK
Micro-C, T-Connector
MX610JB Junction Box
MX521A (or MX521B) GPS antenna
1
1
1
1
1
1 bag
1
1
1
1
1
000-10914-001
988-10370-001
988-10369-001
032-0055-88
988-10200-002
003-8520-00
074-1114-000
003-8634-00
037-0491-01
000-11139-001
727050 (000-11641-001)
MX612 DGPS navigation sytem (P/N 000-10923-001)
Part Name
MX612 Display Unit
Operator and Installation Manual
Quick Guide
Power Cable Assembly
Mounting Template
Mounting kit
Mounting gasket
Cable Assy, 6M N2KExt-BLK
Micro-C, T-Connector
MX612JB Junction Box
MX521A (or MX521B) DGPS antenna
Qty
1
1
1
1
1
1 bag
1
1
1
1
1
Part number
000-10915-001
988-10370-001
988-10369-001
032-0055-88
988-10200-002
003-8520-00
074-1114-000
003-8634-00
037-0491-01
000-10916-001
727051 (000-11640-001)
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MX612 GPS navigation sytem (P/N000-10921-001)
Part Name
MX612 Display Unit
Operator and Installation Manual
Quick Guide
Power Cable Assembly
Mounting Template
Mounting kit
Mounting gasket
Cable Assy, 6M N2KExt-BLK
Micro-C, T-Connector
MX612JB Junction Box
MX521A (or MX521B) GPS antenna
Qty
1
1
1
1
1
1 bag
1
1
1
1
1
Part number
000-10915-001
988-10370-001
988-10369-001
032-0055-88
988-10200-002
003-8520-00
074-1114-000
003-8634-00
037-0491-01
000-10916-001
727050 (000-11641-001)
NMEA 2000 (N2K) smart antenna models (choose one)
Part Name Part number Remarks
GS70 Smart Antenna 000-11137-001 Standard GPS antenna
HS80 GPS compass with N2K adapter 000-10938-001 Option (HDG & POS)
NMEA 0183 smart antenna models (optional)
Part Name Part number Remarks
MX521A DGPS Antenna
MX521A GPS Antenna
727051
727050
GPS, Beacon & WAAS
GPS & WAAS
MX575C DGPS Compass w/ 15M cable 000-10747-001 GPS, HDG, Beacon & WAAS
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Note:
The MX610JB junction box is required when using antenna models that use NMEA 0183 interface. The MX610JB is not weatherproof and must be mounted in a sheltered location.
NMEA 2000 (N2K) cables and accessories (order separately)
Part Name
CZONE, NMEA 2000 EXTENSION 0.5 MTR
CZONE, NMEA 2000 EXTENSION 2.0 MTRS
CZONE, NMEA 2000 EXTENSION 5.0 MTR
CZONE, NMEA 2000 EXTENSION 10 MTRS
Part number
000-10816-001
000-10817-001
000-10814-001
000-10815-001
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Optional accessory items for N2K network
Part Name
Protective cover (White)
Optional bracket mounting kit
MX610JB Smart junction box
MX612JB smart junction box
AT10 N2K to NMEA Converter
Cable, Micro-C, Metal, 0.4m
Cable, Micro-C, Metal, 2m
Micro-C, Metal, 5m
Cable, Micro-C, Metal, 9m
Micro-C T-connector, Metal
Micro-C, Field Connector
N2K-PWR-RD - NMEA 2000® power cable
NMEA2000 MicroTerminator, Metal, Female
NMEA2000 MicroTerminator, Metal, Male
CZONE, NMEA 2000 FEMALE RESISTOR
CZONE, NMEA 2000 MALE RESISTOR
N2K-EXP-KIT,MICRO-C,STARTER KIT
Part number
000-10596-001
000-10590-001
000-10425-001
000-10916-001
24005936
000-10396-001
000-10397-001
000-10398-001 Cable
000-10399-001
000-10403-001
000-10404-001
000-0119-75
000-10462-001
000-10463-001
000-10820-001
000-10821-001
000-0124-69
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Mounting
General
The standard mounting of the MX610/MX612 display is in-dash or panel mount. If there is a need to bracket mount the unit, an optional U-bracket assembly can be ordered separately.
Mounting location
The MX610/MX612 unit should be mounted with special regard to the unit’s easy access for operation and maintenance, environmental protection, temperature range, cable connection and cable length.
Survey the front and back of the instrument panel where the unit will be mounted before cutting the mounting hole to make sure there is ample room around the unit and no hidden electrical wires or other parts will be damaged behind the panel. The panel mounting surface must be flat and even to within 0.5 mm.
The MX610/MX612 conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but proper installation is required to get best use and performance from this product.
Ensure adequate separation from other on-board electronics and electrical equipment.
MX610/MX612 control unit
Avoid mounting the MX610/MX612 control unit where it is easily exposed to sunlight, as this will shorten the lifetime of the display. If this is not possible, make sure the unit is always covered with the optional protective cover when not in use.
Panel (flush) mount
1.
Attach the mounting template to the selected mounting position.
2.
Drill pilot holes for the 4 hole saw cuts and for the 4 self tapping screws used to secure the unit. If using M4 machine screws use a 5 mm (0.20 ”) drill bit.
3.
Use a 25 mm (1 “) hole saw to cut the four corner radius.
4.
Cut along the dotted line and remove waste material.
5.
Peel backing off the gasket and apply it to the unit (A).
6.
Connect the cables to the rear of the unit before placing the unit into the console.
7.
Secure the display to the surface with 4 screws (B).
8.
Firmly clip the bezel in place (C).
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B
C
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Bracket mount (option)
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Note:
When the control unit is bracket-mounted, it is not completely weatherproof from the back due to a breathing hole in the back cabinet. When bracket-mounted, the exposed parts of the plugs should be protected against salt corrosion.
1.
Use the bracket base as a template to mark the screw hole locations.
2.
Drill pilot holes and hole for cables if required.
3.
Secure the bracket base to the surface.
4.
Secure the bracket’s adapter to the rear of the control unit using the 4 screws supplied with the bracket.
5.
Align the bracket base with the cradle and partially screw in the bracket knobs one at a time.
6.
Adjust the unit for best viewing angle, and tighten the bracket knobs.
1 3 4
5 6
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Antenna systems
Several Itype-approved antenna models can be used with the MX610/MX612, namely:
• MX521A/B - GPS/DGPS smart antenna (NMEA 0183 interface). - Standard
• HS80/HS80A or MX575C/D D/GPS compass unit (N2K or NMEA 0183 interface) - Option
• GS70 - GPS/WAAS smart antenna (N2K interface) - Option
As a general rule, the antenna unit must be located in the open where it will have a good view of the sky aournd it. It must also be located away from large metal objects that can block the GPS signal as well as influence the operation of the antenna unit.
Antenna mounting guidelines
• Install the antenna where it has a clear view of the sky around it
• Keep it away from large metal structures like the main mast or overhead railings
• Stay away from high-powered transmitter antennas like SSB, VHF and other radio transmitter antennas
• Mount the GPS antenna low to avoid excessive position and speed errors while underway
• Locate the antenna at least 10 meters away and below the transmitting beam of the radar and INMARSAT antennas.
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Note:
Powerful Xenon search lights emit strong RF radiation that could interfere with GPS reception. We recommend providing extended horizontal distance separation from the MX61x antenna unit. Minimum vertical separation should be 3 meters above the light. Please refer to manufacturer’s instruction for more details.
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MX61xJB junction box
The MX61xJB mounting location must allow for easy access when connecting the cables.
Also ensure that the location for the computer units allows viewing the board’s LED indicators.
The mounting surface needs to be structurally strong, with as little vibration as possible. If possible, mount the unit close to the edges of a panel to minimize vibration.
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. Ensure that there are no hidden electrical wires or other parts behind the panel.
Preferably mount the junction box with the cable entries exiting downwards.
Mount the cable retainer included with the MX610 J-Box on the wall beneath the unit.
MX610JB mounting
MX612JB Mounting
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MX610/MX612 display unit (mechanical dimensions)
54 mm
(2.13”)
Min
65 mm
(2.56”)
135 mm (5.31”)
32 mm
(1.26”)
144 mm (5.67”)
USB
220 mm
(8.66”)
252 mm
(9.92”)
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GS70 antenna unit
MX521A/MX521B smart D/GPS antenna unit
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HS80/HS80A/MX575C/MX575D D/GPS compass unit
MX610JB smart junction box unit
211 mm (8.29")
197 mm (7.77")
185 mm (7.27")
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80 mm
(3.15")
180 mm
(7.08")
48 mm
(1.88")
60 mm
(2.36")
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MX612JB smart junction box unit
340 mm (13.38”)
320 mm (12.60”)
MX612JB JUNCTION BOX
109 mm
(4.29”)
250 mm
(9.94”)
253 mm
(9.84”)
100 mm
(3.94”)
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Wiring
Wiring guidelines
The CAN network cables and other signal cables (i.e. antenna, compass, NMEA) should not be run in parallel with other cables carrying radio frequency or high current, such as VHF and SSB transmitters, battery chargers/generators, and winches.
Don’t make sharp bends in the cables, and avoid running cables in a way that allows water to flow down into the connectors. If required, make drip and service loops.
If cables are shortened, lengthened or re-terminated, do insulate and protect all wiring connections.
Most of the units are communicating on the CAN bus with drop cables. Try mounting the units within the standard cable length supplied with each unit. Additional cables and cable extensions are available from our distributors.
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Warning:
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 spec for the units!
MX61x navigation system; basic wiring principles
The MX610 or MX612 navigation system is comprised of the MX61x display unit, MX61xJB junction box and MX521A/B smart D/GPS antenna unit. The MX61x display use CAN bus backbone which makes it simple to interface to SimNet and other NMEA 2000 (N2K) devices.
The 12-Volt DC power to the CAN bus can be supplied through a T-Connector or by the junction box.
NMEA 0183 devices such as the MX521A DGPS smart antenna, autopilots, radar and PC-based
ECDIS can be interfaced using the MX61xJB smart junction box.
In systems with the MX61xJB junction box the CAN bus is powered by the junction box. The
MX610/MX612 model have separate power supply cable and can be wired directly to 12-24
VDC. Other SimNet/NMEA devices are powered by the CAN bus.
The following sections describe installation of the components listed in the illustration below.
Refer to separate manuals for detailed information about each interfacing unit.
MX610/MX612
MX521
MX521A
MX521B
12/24V DC
T
T
12V DC
(Max. 15 VDC)
MX61xJB
Port 3 & 4
12/24V DC
MX61x with MX521/x antenna and junction box wiring diagram
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Note:
The MX521A antenna is connected to ports 3 and 4 of the junction box .
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FEMALE
MALE FEMALE
CAN bus
The CAN bus is based on the well known SimNet plug & play concept and on the NMEA 2000
(N2K) SAE J1939 protocol. Hard wiring is based on standard NMEA 2000 cables with Micro-C type connectors and joiners.
The bus consists of a linear backbone using drop cables and Micro-C T-joiners for connecting
NMEA 2000 and SimNet devices.
The bus has a maximum cable length of 150 m (500 ft), and a drop cable has a maximum length of 6 m (20 ft).
In a default MX610/MX612 system the CAN bus backbone expands from the MX610JB, which supplies power to the backbone. There will always be a female connector in the expanding end of the backbone cables.
1
6
4
T
2 5
3
T
MX610/MX612 with MX610 junction box wiring diagram
No.
Description
1
MX610JB (or MX612JB) junction box with built-in CAN bus terminator and network power supply
2 0,6 m (2 ft) pigtail cable, female connector
3 Micro-C T-joiner
4 CAN bus drop cable, with connectors in each end (female - male) - (6 meter max)
5 CAN bus Backbone, various lengths available. Connectors in each end
6 Optional GS70 smart antenna
T Terminator, 120 Ohm, male
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Note:
If cables are not supplied by Simrad, ensure that they meet NMEA 2000/IEC61162-1/2 requirements.
Planning and installing a network backbone
• Plan the network carefully
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It is recommended to create a diagram of the network prior to starting the installation
• Run the backbone between the locations of all CAN devices you want to install
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It must be less than 6 m (20 ft) cable run from a device to the backbone
• Consider the load/current draw from the devices
For details on network cables and components, refer to our websites: www.navico.com/commercial and www.simrad-yachting.com
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Terminating the CAN bus
The CAN bus must have a 120 Ohm terminator at each end of the backbone.
In a default MX610/MX612 system the CAN bus can be powered and terminated from the junction box PCB, enabled by the micro switch.
-
Set the switch to ON when the MX610JB board is at the end of the CAN bus
-
Set the switch to OFF when the MX610JB board is used as additional power supply to the
CAN bus which already has correct termination.
Factory default setting of MX610JB terminator is OFF.
For location of the dip switch, refer to the illustrations inside the junction box unit.
A terminator in the other end of the CAN bus can be one of the following:
• A power cable with built in terminator (plug marked 120 ohm)
• A single terminator plug (marked 120 ohm)
Shield connection
It is required to use shielded cables to meet radio frequency interference requirements as defined in the NMEA 2000 specification:
• The shield shall not be electrically connected within the interface to the electronic device chassis or ground
• The shield shall be electrically continuous through the network connection
• The shield shall be connected to ground at a single point, normally the ship’s ground at the source of network power
Power supply
¼
Notes:
1.
Wheelmark/US Coast Guard approved systems require a Power Failure alarm. In such installations the MX610/MX612 and the MX610JB must be connected to different independent power supplies.
2.
It is recommended to install an external on/off switch or circuit breaker for the Junction Box power supply.
3.
Do not connect the power cable to the same terminals as the start batteries, drive units, thruster or other high current products.
4.
If joining to an existing NMEA 2000 network or similar CAN bus network that has its own power supply, use an NMEA 2000 Gateway to isolate the two power supplies.
Powering the CAN (N2K) bus
For larger systems additional power should be added at a central point in the backbone to balance the voltage drop of the network. Additional power may be supplied by using an
MX610JB junction box or through a Micro T-Joiner.
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MX610
12/24V DC
T
T
12V DC
MX610 J-Box
12/24V DC
N2K power diagram
Network LEN
When you have a larger system with network power in center of the backbone you should make the installation such that the load/current draw from the devices in each side/branch is equal.
¼
Note:
1 LEN (Load Equivalency Number) equals 50 mA current draw.
1
LEN
2
LEN
2
LEN
2
LEN
2
LEN
3
LEN
4
LEN
3
LEN
2
LEN
3
LEN
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1
2 3
4
T
(12 LEN) (12 LEN)
12 V DC
N2K system with balance load
Powering the MX610/MX612 display units
The MX610/MX612 control units are powered directly from a 12 V DC or 24 V DC source.
The units are protected against reverse polarity, under voltage and over voltage.
Pin Color
1 Black
2 Blue
3 Yellow
4 Red
Description
Battery (-)
External Alarm
8
Battery (+), 12 - 24 V DC
¼
Notes:
1.
It is recommended to install an external circuit breaker switch for power.
2.
Do not connect the power cable to the same terminals as the start batteries, drive units, thruster or other high current products.
1
4
3
2
12 - 24 V DC
+ _
T
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NMEA 2000 and SimNet devices
NMEA 2000 devices can be connected to the CAN bus providing they are NMEA 2000 certified, meet the CE, FCC regulations and do not exceed the load specification.
NMEA 2000 devices and SimNet devices with Micro-C connectors connects directly to the
CAN bus backbone using drop cables and Micro-C T-joiners.
¼
Note:
It is recommended to use a gateway when connecting non-Simrad units to the CAN bus backbone.
Devices with SimNet connectors only must be connected using a SimNet to Micro-C adapter cable.
SimNet System
IEC61162-1/2 (NMEA 0183) Devices
Connects to: MX61xJB board (in MX61xJB computer).
The MX610JB board includes 4 NMEA Port terminals, while the MX612JB unit has 12 NMEA port terminals.
IEC61162-1/2
(NMEA0183)
DEVICES
MX61xJB Computer
MX61xJB PCB
Port1 Port2
O N
NET-S
NET-C
NET-H
NET-L
RX
Port3
Port4
REMOTE
NMEA 0183 NMEA 0183
+ -
SUPPLY
RX1
NMEA 0183 wiring hookup to MX61xJB
The green LED at each NMEA port terminal will flash when serial data is received.
The MX61xJB board uses the serial RS422 (IEC 61162-1/2) standard and can be configured in the MX610/MX612 display for different baud rates, up to 38,400 baud (default baud rate is 4800). Sentence output by the MX610/MX612 can be individually turned on or off. The default NMEA sentence setting is off.
¼
Note:
Limit the number of NMEA messages turned on to eight (8) per port. Although the junction box allows you to turn on more than eight and will output all messages you turn on, the MX61x JB memory can only retain up to 8 messages per port when power is turned off.
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Connecting the MX61xJB computer to the N2K bus
The MX61xJB smart junction box can connect anywhere on the N2K bus back bone by using drop cables connected to the SIMNET connector and a female connector on the Micro-C
T-joiner.
Drop cables of varying lengths can be purchased from local SIMRAD dealers.
MX61xJB PCB
SIMNET
MX61xJB
Computer
N2K Bus
MX61xJB connection to NMEA 2000 Bus
Alarm interface
External alarm
An external alarm can be connected to the MX610/MX612 display unit. The alarm signal has an open contact for an alarm buzzer or an external alarm relay as illustrated below. The alarm voltage is the same as the main supply voltage. The maximum load on the external alarm output is 0.75 Amp.
Alarms are configured globally in the system, i.e. they can be configured on one unit and seen, heard and acknowledged from all other SIMRAD control units.
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1
2 3
4
3
2
4
1
12 - 24 V DC
+ _
External alarm connection
Pin Color
1 Black
2 Blue
3 Yellow
4 Red
Description
Battery (-)
External Alarm
8
Battery (+), 12 - 24 V DC
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ALARM
RELAY
External Alarm Setup
The siren must be enabled in order for the unit to drive the external alarm when an alarm condition arises.
External MOB command
An external N.O. (Normally Open) push button switch can be used to mark your present position and activate the MOB feature (see diagram below for connection).
A momentary press on the Ext. MOB switch will save the MOB point and calculate the range and bearing back to the MOB point.
To stop the MOB, press the MENU key. The Cancel navigation menu will be highlighted, press the ENT key. Press CLR or any of the hot keys to exit.
1
2 3
4
Pin Color
1 Black
2 Blue
3 Yellow
4 Red
Description
Battery (-)
External Alarm
BLK
1
RED
4
3
YEL
2
BLU
12 - 24 V DC
+ _
External MOB switch connection
Ext. MOB
Switch
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Central alarm panel with direct I/O interface
The interfacing described below applies for central alarm panels that use direct lines for alarm,
mute and acknowledge. For alarm panel using serial interface, refer to “IEC61162-1/2 (NMEA
From the MX610/MX612 unit we are using the same two wires (red and blue) as for external alarm relay connection.
Under normal operation you will see 12/24 V between these two wires. In an alarm situation, or when power is lost, you will see no voltage.
3
2
4
1
+ _
12 - 24 V DC
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2 3
4
CENTRAL ALARM PANEL
BATTERY+ (12 - 24 V DC)
ALARM
External alarm wiring Connection
Pin Color
1 Black
2 Blue
3 Yellow
4 Red
Description
Battery (-)
External Alarm
8
Battery (+), 12 - 24 V DC
Printer interface
Printer Ouput Control
The printer output is simple ASCII text designed to operate on any thermal printer. Printer output is available on any NMEA ports of the MX61xJB junction box except ports 3 & 4. These are ports used for antenna connection. The baud rate of the output is selectable from 4800 or higher. Because the MXJB ports are RS-422, it needs to be converted to RS-232 using a converter (B&B 422LP9TB model). Please refer to the diagram for connections.
A sample of the printer output is given below:
Simras MX610/612 Navigation System
===========================
17:29:42 UTC 14 1 2015
Diffrential GPS Fix
Latitude: 33 48.5085’ N
Longitude: 118 21.0115’ W
COG: 300 SOG: 10.01 kn
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1
2 3
4
1 8
Procedure for printer output setting:
1.
Press the MENU key.
2.
Scroll to Tools and Settings, press ENT.
3.
Scroll to Device List, press ENT.
4.
Select MXJB NMEA1 (or Port 1 or any port used to connect to a printer), press ENT.
5.
Scroll to Baud Rate, press ENT.
6.
Select the baud rate to match what the printer needs.
7.
Scroll to Printer output, press ENT.
8.
Select the printing time (typically 1/hr), press ENT.
9.
Select Yes, press ENT.
10.
Highlight the
Close
button, press ENT.
11.
Press CLR or any hot key to exit.
MX610/MX612
MX521
MX521A
MX521B
12/24V DC
T
T
Thermal
Printer
To Printer
(25-Pin dB
Connector)
MX61xJB
12/24V DC
P1
RS-232 to RS-422
Converter
Ports 3&4
Where:
N2K Backbone
Drop line
NMEA 0183 line
P1 (or any JB Port)
RX+ RX- TX+ TX-
B&B Elect.
Model: 422LP9TB
RS232-RS422
Converter
9-Pin dB connector
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MX610/MX612 with MX521A smart antenna and MX525A sensor connections
MX61x
MX521
MX521A
MX521B
Option
MXB5
ANT.
T
12/24V DC
12/24V DC
Port 1
Port 2
T
MX61xJB
MX525
MX525A
Ports 3&4
Where:
N2K Backbone
Drop line
NMEA 0183 line
MX610, MX610JB junction box and MX521/MX525 diagram
Coax
Cable
MX610
GS70
Antenna
12/24V DC
T
T
12V DC
P2
MX610JB
12/24V DC
P2
Plug-in
Conn.
RTCM (-)
RTCM (+)
EXT. RTCM
@9600 Baud
External Differential Correction connection to GS70 though the MX610JB junction
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MX61xJB PCB Terminals
MX521A
MX521B
SIMNET
RED
BLK
TERMINATION
PORT1
REMOTE
NMEA 0183 PORT
CONNECTOR TERMINALS
RX+ RX TX+ TX
PORT3
PORT2
PORT4
+ -
SUPPLY
NEG
+12/24 VDC
GRY
PRPL
YEL
WHT
BLU
BRN
ORG
GRN
MX521 to MX61xJB wiring Diagram
-
+
Ext. RTCM
@4800 Baud
MXB5
MX61xJB PCB Terminals
SIMNET
RED
BLK
TERMINATION
NMEA 0183 PORT
CONNECTOR TERMINALS
RX+ RX TX+ TX
PORT1
REMOTE
PORT3
PORT2
PORT4
+ -
SUPPLY
NEG
+12-24 VDC
YEL
WHT
BLU
BRN
ORG
GRN
MX525A to MX61x JB wiring diagram
GRY
PRPL
MX525A
3-Meter
Power/Data Cable
-
+
Ext. RTCM
@4800 Baud
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T
T
Rx_B x _A x_B
Rx_A
POWER + -
T
T
Rx_B x _A x_B
Rx_A
Tx_B
Tx _A
Rx_B
Rx_A x_B x _A
T
T
Rx_B
Rx_A
BLU
BRN
ORG
GRN
BLK
RED
YEL
WHT
.
NEG.
4 AMP
+12-24 VDC
TO MX521A/MX525A SM
#2 PCB (UPPER)
T
T
Rx_B x_B x _A
Rx_A
T
T
Rx_B x_B x _A
Rx_A
Tx_B
Tx _A
Rx_B
Rx_A
T
T
Rx_B x_B x _A
Rx_A
N2K MICR
#3 PCB (LOWER)
T
T
Rx_B x_B x _A
Rx_A
T
T
Rx_B x_B x _A
Rx_A
Tx_B
Tx _A
Rx_B
Rx_A
T
T
Rx_B x_B x _A
Rx_A
MX612JB junction box antenna connection
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MX575C/MX575D
GPS Compass
MX610
12/24V DC
T T
MX610JB
12/24V DC Ports 3&4
Port 1
Port 2
Where:
N2K Backbone
Drop line
NMEA 0183 line
MX610/MX612 system with MX575x GPS compass diagram
MX575C/D
GPS Compass
N2K
MX610JB PCB Terminals
SIMNET
Gyro TX+
Gyro TX-
TERMINATION
RED
BLK
WHT
BLU
REMOTE
Speed Log+
Speed Log -
NMEA 0183 CONNECTOR
TERMINALS
RX+ RX TX+ TX
PORT1 PORT2
PORT3 PORT4
+ -
SUPPLY
RED
BLK
GRN
BLK/GRN
BRN
BLK/BRN
YEL
YEL/BLK
NEG
12-24 VDC
NMEA 0183 connection of the MX575x to MX610JB wiring diagram
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HS80/HS80A
GPS Compass
MX610/MX612
12/24V DC
T
MX61xJB
Junction Box
12/24V DC
Port 1
Port 2
Port 4
Port 3
Where:
N2K Backbone
Drop line
NMEA 0183 line
HS80/HS80A NMEA 2000 Connection
T
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Specifications
Technical specifications
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Note:
For updated technical specifications, compliance and certifications, refer to our website at www.navico.com/commercial
MX610/MX612 Control and Display Unit
DISPLAY
Size
Resolution (HxW)
Type
Antifog
Best viewing direction
Backlight
Waypoints
Routes
Tracks
5 in. (127 mm)
480x480
16-bit color TFT
Bonded LCD
Any direction
Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp (CCFL)
2000
100 Routes with a dynamic number of waypoints; up to 2000 in all routes
2000
NETWORKING
CAN bus
Ethernet (LAN)
USB Socket
POWER
Local supply
Consumption local supply
NMEA 2000 (N2K)
Yes- used for software update and NMEA 0183/IP
Yes
NMEA 2000 LEN* (50 mA)
INTERFACE
12/24 VDC +30-10%
0.7/0.4 A at 12 VDC 0.4/0.3 A at 24 VDC
“backlight full/off"
1
External alarm/Active unit output max 100 mA, 4.5 A short circuit limit
External MOB input, contact current max 8 mA
ENVIRONMENT
Temperature, operation
Temperature, storage
Protection
MECHANICAL
Weight
Size
Mounting
Material
Color
Cable inlet
-30°C to +55°C (-22°F to 131°F)
-25°C to +70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
IPx4
1.4 Kg (3.0 lbs.)
252 (W) x 144 (H) x 54 (D) mm
Panel (flush) or optional bracket
Epoxy coated seawater resistant aluminium back cover, plastic front bezel
Black and grey
1 Power/alarm, 1 Micro-C, LAN connectors
* LEN - NMEA 2000 Load Equivalent Number. Where 1 LEN draws about 50 mA current from the N2K network.
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MX61xJB junction box
POWER
Local supply
Consumption local supply
NMEA 2000 LEN* (50 mA)
Output for CAN bus supply
ENVIRONMENT
Temperature, operation
Temperature, storage
Protection
MECHANICAL
Weight
Size (width x height x depth)
Mounting
Material
Color
Cable inlet
Data I/O
NMEA 2000
NMEA 0183 Ver. 4.0
Baud rate
Log Pulses I/O
MX610JB MX612JB
1
12/24 VDC, +30 - 10%.
0,3 - 5 A
CAN bus load dependent
3
15 VDC, +/- 5%, 4 A max
-15°C to +55°C (5°F to 131°F)
-30°C to +70°C (-22°F to 158°F)
IPx2
0,9 kg (2 lbs)
211 x 180 x 60 (mm)
Plastic + Anodized aluminium
Bulkhead
4.4 kg (9.5 lbs.)
340 x 250 x 100 (mm)
Aluminum
Slots: 9 x 95 mm and
18 x 45 mm
(0.4” x 3.7” and 0.7” x 1.8”)
Black
Rubber cable glands
1x CAN bus
4x - Bidirectional RS-422
Serial ports (+/-5 V)
12x - Bidirectional RS-
422 Serial ports (+/-5 V)
4800 (default) configurable by MX610/MX612
1x Bidirectional RS-422 port (PPM configurable by
MX610/MX612)
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Smart antenna unit
GS70 MX521A MX521B
HS80/
MX575C
HS80A/
MX575D
Receiver Type
L1 C/A code,
1.575 GHz
L1 C/A
Code @
1.575 GHz
L1 GPS +
GLONASS
L1 C/A Code
@ 1.575 GHz
L1 GPS +
GLONASS
Number of
Channels
Position Update rate
GPS Accuracy (2
DRMS)
DGPS Accuracy
Cold start
Warm start
WAAS (SBAS)
Beacon receiver
32
Up to 10 Hz
(1, 5, 10)
<5 m
<2 m
50 sec.
3 sec.
No
Operating Mode
Channels
Beacon Freq.
Compliance
Input voltage
Reverse polarity protection
Power consumption
Data I/O
Protocol
POWER
Local supply
Consumption local supply
NMEA 2000
LEN* (50 mA)
ENVIRONMENT
Temperature, operation
Temperature, storage
Protection
MECHANICAL
No
No
No
No
9-18 VDC
<2 Watts
NMEA 2000
9-18 VDC
< 100 mA @
12 VDC
3
-25°C to +60°C
-40°C to +85°C
Weight
Size (length x width x height)
0.14 Kg
(0.3 lbs.)
90 mm (Dia.) x
38 mm (H)
12 270
<3 m
12
Up to 10 Hz (1, 2, 5,10)
540
<1 m
60 sec.
10 sec.
Yes ( SBAS is not yet approved by IMO )
HS80 - No HS80A - No
Yes
MX575C -
Yes
Manual, Automatic and Database
MX575D -
Yes
2 channel - parallel tracking
283.5 to 325.0 KHz
IEC 61108-4 beacon standard
10-32 VDC
<2 Watts
Yes
NMEA 0183
0.6 Kg (1.3 lbs.)
<3 Watts
NMEA 2000/NMEA 0183
12/24 V DC +30-10%
<150 mA @ 12 VDC
N/A
-15°C to +55°C
-30°C to +70°C
IPX6,7 (Exposed category)
182 mm (Dia.)
102 mm (H)
<200 mA @ 12 VDC
4
2.4 Kg (5.4 lb.)
209.16 mm (W) 668.54 mm
(L) 122.32 mm (H)
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Connector
Mounting
Material
Color
GS70
N2K Micro C
White
MX521A MX521B
HS80/
MX575C
HS80A/
MX575D
18-Pin Round
10-Pin Round
(N2K adapter option)
Surface mount or Pole
Plastic
White w/red band
White -top, dark gray - bottom
* LEN - Load Equivalent Number @ 50 mA.
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MX610/MX612 Connector Pinouts
1 Power
2 N2K bus
3 Ethernet
1 2 3
Power
Connector (male)
Layout
1 4
2 3
Power cable
Pin Wire Color
1 Black
2 Blue
3 Yellow
4 Red
Function
Battery (-)
Alarm/Active
8
Battery (+), 12 - 24 V DC
2 m (6.5 ft)
1
2 3
4
CAN/NMEA 2000
Micro-C Connector (male)
Layout
1
4
2
3
Pin Wire Color
1 Blue
2 Red
3 Black
4
1
(Bare)
8
5 White
Ethernet
¼
Note:
Use crossed (red) Ethernet cable for software upload!
Function
NET H
NET S (+12 V)
NET C (-)
Shield
NET L
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Supported data
IEC61162-1/2 (NMEA 0183) interfaces channels
MX610JB
Channels
1
2
3
4
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
MX612JB
Channels
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Default name
MXJB-NMEA1
MXJB-NMEA2
MXJB-NMEA 3 - (ANTENNA - GPS I/O)*
MXJB-NMEA4 - (ANTENNA - BEACON
Out)*
MXJB-NMEA5
MXJB-NMEA6
MXJB-NMEA7
MXJB-NMEA8
MXJB-NMEA9
MXJB-NMEA10
MXJB-NMEA11
MXJB-NMEA12
Default sentences
GGA, DTM,
ZDA,VTG, HDT
Off
Off
GGA, DTM,
ZDA,VTG, HDT
Off
Off
GGA, DTM,
ZDA,VTG, HDT
Off
Off
Default
Baud rate
4800
19.2K*
4800 *
4800
19.2K**
4800
4800
19.2K**
4800
* Option for MX521A, MX521B, MX525A and MX575C, MX575D, HS80 and HS80A antenna connection
** High-speed NMEA port, defaults at 19,200 baud on power cycle. Listener unit connected to this port must be set to operate at 19,200 baud rate.
GLL
GNS
GRS
GSA
GSV
HDG
HDT
MWV
RMC
RMB*
ACK*
ALR*
APB
DPT
DTM
GBS
GGA
MX610/MX612 communications (via NMEA 0183)
Sentence
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
In
√
NMEA 0183
Out
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
ROT
RTE
THS
VHW
√
TBD
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
Message Data Type
Acknowledge Alarm
Set Alarm State
Autopilot Sentence “B”
Depth
Datum
GNS Satellite Fault Detection
Global Position System Fix data
Geographic Position - Lat/Lon
GNSS Fix data
GNSS Range Residuals
GNS DOP's And Active Satellites
GNSS Satellites in View
Heading Deviation & Variation
Heading True
Wind Data
Recommended Minimum Specific GNSS Data
Recommended Minimum Navigation information
Rate Of Turn
Routes
True Heading
Water Speed and Heading
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VTG
WPL
XTE
ZDA
Proprietary messages
$PMVXG,GBS
√
TBD
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
$PCSI,CS0
$PMVXG035
$PMVXG,312
√
√
√
*Consideration for future implementation.
Course and Speed Over Ground
Waypoints
Cross Track Error, Measured
Time & Date
Fills in RAIM integrity in 129029 field
Beacon/WAAS Reference station data
MX 035 Proprietary message
DGPS Corrections
GS70/HS80 smart antenna communications (N2K)
NMEA 2000 messages
PGN number
59392
59904
60928
126996
GPS related
65293
126992
129025
129026
129029
129539
129540
127258
Compass related
127250
130845
127251
127257
RAIM feature
129545
129546
129542
129547
RTCM correction
129549
130852
PGN Title
ISO Acknowledgement
ISO Request
ISO Address Claim
Product Information
Configuration Message
System Time
Position on, RU
COG & SOG RU
Position Data
GNS DOP
GNS Satellites in view
Magnetic variation
Compass Heading (Vessel Heading)
Parameter Handle
Rate of Turn
Attitude
GNSS RAIM output
GNSS RAIM settings
GNSS Pseudorange noise statistics
GNSS Pseudorange error statistics
Ext. RTCM correction data
RTCM feedback to MX610/MX612
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++Additional NMEA 2000 messages for AIS (Input only)
NMEA 2000 messages
PGN number
129038
129039
129040
129041
129794
129801
129802
129809
129810
PGN Title
AIS Class A position report
AIS Class B position report
AIS Class B extended position report
AIS Aids to Navigation (A to N) report
AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related Data
AIS Addressed Safety Related Message
AIS Safety Related Broadcast Message
AIS Class B “CS” Static Data Report, Part A
AIS Class B “CS” Static Data Report, Part B
129808
130842
DSC Call Info
Proprietary for “Class B” AIS and VHF message
GPS and GNSS (GPS+GLONASS) modes NMEA 0183 messages
GPS Mode
GPGGA
GPGNS
GPZDA
GPDTM
GPGBS
GPRMC
GPVTG
GNSS mode
Not applicable
GNGNS
GPZDA
GNDTM
GNGBS
GNRMC
GNVTG
Remarks
GGA message is used in GPS mode only
GNSS Fix Data
Normally the time reference is synchronized to GPS time, so ZDA stays with GP talker in combined mode
DATUM
RAIM sentence
Recommended Minimum Specific GNSS Data
COG/SOG data
Where:
$GPxxx - NMEA message header when autonomous GPS system is used
$GNxxx - NMEA message header when combined GPS and GLONASS system is used
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Specifications | MX610/MX612 Operator and Installation manual
Index
A
B
C
Cursor
Navigate to cursor position 45
D
F
G
H
I
K
Index | MX610/MX612 Operator and Installation Manual
L
M
N
P
Pages and panels
Q
R
Routes
| 97
S
SimNet basics and terminology 76
T
V
W
98 |
Index | MX610/MX612 Operator and Installation Manual
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Key Features
- Position and heading information
- Route planning and waypoint management
- AIS target display
- Alarm system
- NMEA 2000 network connectivity
Frequently Answers and Questions
How do I turn on the MX610/MX612?
What is the MOB function?
How do I connect the MX610/MX612 to an AIS transponder?
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