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1 General
1.1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Maretron SMS (Text) Module (SMS100). Maretron
has designed and built your SMS module to the highest standards for years of reliable,
dependable, and accurate service.
Maretron's SMS100 SMS (Text_ Module is a device which can programmatically send SMS
(Short Message Service, or text message) alerts over the GSM/UMTS network to multiple
mobile telephone users. Maretron's SMS100 SMS Module works in concert with Maretron's
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N2KView
Vessel Monitoring System and Maretron's DSM150 and DSM250 displays. Upon
detection of an alert condition, N2KView (with the optional Alerts module), a DSM150 display,
or a DSM250 display can instruct the SMS100 to connect to the mobile network and transmit a
user-selected alert message to user-programmed telephone numbers, alerting you quickly to
conditions onboard your vessel that require attention anywhere you have cellular network
coverage. You may also send a text message from your mobile phone to the SMS100, which
will reply with basic ship's status.
The SMS100 has an NMEA 2000
network and an SMA antenna connector for connecting the included mobile antenna.
The Maretron SMS100 is designed to operate within the harsh demands of the marine
environment. However, no piece of marine electronic equipment can function properly unless
installed, calibrated, and maintained in the correct manner. Please read carefully and follow
these instructions for installation, calibration, and usage of the Maretron SMS100 in order to
ensure optimal performance.
1.2 Firmware Revision
This manual corresponds to SMS100 firmware revision 1.0.0.
1.3 Features
The Maretron SMS100 has the following features:
• NMEA 2000
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• Can be used along with Maretron's N2KView software running on the following
platforms:
o DSM800 display
o TSM800 display
o TSM1330 display
o Windows PC running N2KView software
o Mac OS/X PC running N2KView software
• Can be used along with Maretron's DSM150 or DSM250 displays
1.4 Quick Install
Installing the Maretron SMS100 involves the following steps. Please refer to the individual
sections for additional details.
Revision 1.0
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port for communication with the attached NMEA 2000
interface
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