Czone Setup - Simrad NSS evo2 series Installation Manual

CZone setup

In order to communicate with the CZone modules connected to the network, the NSS evo2
must be assigned a unique CZone Display Dipswitch setting.
The functionality of the CZone system is determined by the CZone Config File (.zcf ), which is
stored on all CZone modules and supported Simrad displays, such as the NSS evo2. The file is
created using the CZone Configuration Tool, a specialised PC application available from BEP
Marine Ltd, and associated CZone distributors.
The NSS evo2 system provides a means to load the Config file, as well as apply updates to
module firmware, removing the need to take a laptop computer aboard the vessel.
Enabling CZone functionality
If the Czone device(s) are not automatically detected, it is possible to manually enable CZone.
Assigning the dipswitch setting
Every Simrad product capable of controlling and viewing CZone devices must be assigned
a virtual dipswitch setting. This setting is unique for each device. Typically it is set after the
config file already exists on the CZone system, but it may also be set in advance. To do so,
access the CZone menu on the Settings page.
When the config is already available on the network, it will immediately commence
uploading to the NSS evo2 once the dipswitch is set. Allow this to complete, without
interruption.
Setting CZone to display at startup
With this option selected, the CZone control page will be shown first, every time the NSS
evo2 is powered up.
CZone backlight control
Enabling this will cause the NSS evo2 to synchronize its backlight setting with that of any
CZone Display Interfaces set up to share backlight settings.
¼ note:
CZone Config also needs to have the NSS evo2 set as a controller.
Import and backup a config file
The files page may be used to import CZone config files, or export a copy to a Micro SD card.
Importing will overwrite the existing file on the NSS evo2 and all connected CZone devices.
For further information see "Backing up and Importing user data" on page 39
Upgrading module firmware
The files page also allows the loading of CZone module firmware updates. For further
information refer to "NMEA 2000 and Ethernet device upgrades" on page 39
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