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Page 1: User Manual
NGW-1 NMEA 2000 to NMEA 0183 Gateway User Manual For all variants: NGW-1-ISO, Rev A to C NGW-1-ISO-AIS, Rev A to C NGW-1-STNG, Rev A to C NGW-1-USB, Rev A to B Issue 2.00... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
NMEA 2000 to NMEA 0183 Gateway - NGW-1 Contents Important Notices The NGW-1 Product Range Software Updates Connecting to the NMEA 2000 Network NMEA 2000 Networks NMEA 2000 Minimum Network Requirements Connecting to a SeatalkNG Network Connecting to a USB Port... -
Page 4: Important Notices
The Actisense NMEA 2000 to NMEA 0183 Gateway 0183 source and place that data on the NMEA 2000 bus, (NGW-1 and its variants) are intended for use in a marine or it can take NMEA 2000 data from the NMEA 2000 bus environment, primarily for below deck use. -
Page 5: Connecting To The Nmea 2000 Network
Connecting to a USB Port Simply connect the USB cable on the NGW-1 to the PC port and install the drivers. A USB to serial converter cable can “Connecting to an be used to connect the non USB variants to a PC USB port. For wiring the converter cable refer to RS232 (PC) Port”... -
Page 6: Connecting A Standard Nmea 0183 Device
Actisense supplies a pre-fitted four-core screened cable for connecting devices that comply to the NMEA 0183 specification. Actisense ISO-Drive output circuitry and OPTO input circuitry allows many different types of device to be connected without the need for configuration. Voltage levels are managed automatically as well as accepting both differential and ground referenced connections safely. -
Page 7: Connecting To An Rs232 (Pc) Port
Figure 2 – PC / RS232 Port Connections Connecting to an RS485 (IEC 61162-2) Listening Device The ISO-Drive output of the NGW-1 can be connected to an RS485 Listener that requires differential drive plus a ground connection as shown in “Figure 3 –... -
Page 8: Connecting A Custom Cable
Opening the NGW-1 Case Note: When opening an NGW-1 case, be aware that the To open a NGW-1 case, remove the two screws in the circuitry inside is not 100% protected against static base of the unit, then carefully lift off the top of the case. -
Page 9: Configuring The Ngw-1
NMEA 2000 to NMEA 0183 Gateway - NGW-1 Configuring the NGW-1 There are currently only a few configuration options available with the NGW-1. All of which are provided in the NMEA Reader software package www.actisense.com/NGW-1/Downloads.php. The configuration options in NMEA Reader are explained in this manual, for more in depth instructions for using the program download the Reader Manual on the link above. -
Page 10: Troubleshooting Guide
Status LEDs The NGW-1 hardware has two bright LEDs that can be seen through the case to indicate when data is received from either the NMEA 0183 device or an NMEA 2000 network connection. It is an important point to note that these two LEDs can only show when their respective data is RECEIVED;... -
Page 11: Specifications
Cable Length 1.5 m Windows XP, Vista, 7 & MAC OS X supplied on CD and www.actisense. Drivers (Latest OS) com/NGW-1/Downloads.php Contact Actisense for full details of the legacy OS versions supported Drivers (Legacy OS) support@actisense.com Mechanical Housing Material Polycarbonate Weight NGW-1-ISO &... -
Page 12: Ngw-1 Product Order Codes
Special version required to connect the NMEA 2000 network to the USB port of a computer running NMEA 0183 compatible software. Standard Configuration. Guarantee The NGW-1 comes with a 3 year ‘return to base’ guarantee. If you suspect the unit is faulty please refer to the “Troubleshooting Guide” on page Product Registration Please register your product at www.actisense.com/Registration.
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