Actisense NGT-1 User Manual

Actisense NGT-1 User Manual

Nmea 2000pc gateway for actisense comms api compatible software

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NGT-1
NMEA 2000 PC Gateway
For Actisense Comms API compatible software
User Manual
For variant:
NGT-1-USB
NGT-1-ISO
Issue 2.01

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  • Page 1 NGT-1 NMEA 2000 PC Gateway For Actisense Comms API compatible software User Manual For variant: NGT-1-USB NGT-1-ISO Issue 2.01...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Fair use Statement Technical Accuracy Product Registration Product Guarantee Product Disposal Product Overview Figure 1 - Example of an NGT-1 Installation Package Contents USB Package Contents ISO Installation Warnings Mounting the NGT-1 Powering the NGT-1 Connecting to a USB Port...
  • Page 4: Company Information

    Specifications Minimum NMEA 2000 PGN List NGT-1 Product Order Codes Company information Active Research Ltd Unit 5 Wessex Trade Centre Ringwood Road Poole, Dorset UK, BH12 3PF Telephone: +44 (0)1202 746682 support@actisense.com Email: Web: www.actisense.com © 2015 Active Research Limited...
  • Page 5: Important Notices

    Your product has a unique serial number which is needed to complete the product registration form. The serial number is six digits and can be found below the barcode on the white label on the back of the NGT-1. If your NGT-1 is inaccessible, you will find the serial number under the product information on the ‘network list’...
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    Product Overview The Actisense NMEA 2000 to PC Interface (NGT-1) provides an easy way to link a PC to an NMEA 2000 network. The NGT-1 makes it possible for software applications to read from and write to the NMEA 2000 bus whilst maintaining network integrity.
  • Page 7: Installation Warnings

    NGT-1 must be configured correctly by the software application. Therefore, the NGT-1 should only be used as an aid to vessel monitoring, control or navigation and should not be used as a replacement for traditional aids and techniques.
  • Page 8: Mounting The Ngt-1

    Mounting the NGT-1 • Use the NGT-1 as a template to locate and mark the drill holes for mounting. Do not attempt to drill the holes while the NGT-1 is in position. A mounting guide is provided and can be used to mark the mounting holes if preferred.
  • Page 9: Connecting To An Nmea 2000 Network

    NMEA 2000 device such as the NGT-1. The NMEA 2000 drop cable on the NGT-1 is 1.5 meters long, which can be extended as required up to a maximum of 6 “Table 1 - NMEA 2000 Cable Length...
  • Page 10: Connecting The Iso Cable

    Connecting the ISO cable On the ISO variants of the NGT-1, a pre-fitted four-core screened cable for connecting to a variety of devices. Actisense ISO-Drive output circuitry and OPTO input circuitry allows many different types of device to be connected without the need for configuration.
  • Page 11: Connecting A Custom Cable

    Connecting a Custom Cable The ISO/PC cable is connected inside the NGT-1 case to screw terminals. It is possible to replace the supplied cable with a custom cable for different applications. A spare cable gland is supplied for strain relief and splash proofing.
  • Page 12: Configuring The Ngt-1

    Configuring the NGT-1 Configuration Requirements It is the responsibility of the software application to configure the NGT-1 being used in order to meet its NMEA 2000 requirements. This means that the NGT-1’s configuration will be dependant on the software application’s last used settings.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide

    Status LEDs The NGT-1 hardware has two bright LEDs that can be seen through the case to indicate when data is received from either the serial device or 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 14 Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1 & Drivers (Latest OS) MAC OS X supplied on CD & via NGT-1 downloads web page. Contact Actisense for full details of the legacy OS versions Drivers (Legacy OS) supported support@actisense. © 2015 Active Research Limited...
  • Page 15 Minimum NMEA 2000 PGN List The NGT-1 is capable of transferring any PGN in the NMEA 2000 specification to or from the NMEA 2000 bus depending on the configuration of the NGT-1. Optionally, the NGT-1 can be put in “Transfer: Receive All” mode, which allows the NGT-1 to transfer any and all PGN messages from the NMEA 2000 bus without limitation.
  • Page 16 NGT-1-ISO NMEA 2000 PC Interface, special version with RS422 serial NGT-1-USB NMEA 2000 PC Interface, standard version with USB SeaTalkNG to NMEA 2000 adaptor cable (drop). Only for purchase with Actisense NMEA STNG-A06045 2000 devices Active Research Ltd Unit 5, Wessex Trade Centre...

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