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NMEA 2000 PC Interface
Installation Manual
Gateway to connect between a PC's serial (RS232) port and the NMEA
2000 network
Uses the Actisense Comms API for bi-directional PC communications
Complete electrical isolation (of 1500 volts) between serial port and the
NMEA 2000 connections
Fully configurable via serial port or through the NMEA 2000 network
(using the Actisense Comms API)
NGT-1-ISO
(All hardware revisions)
Issue 1.01
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Summary of Contents for Actisense NGT-1-ISO
- Page 1 Issue 1.01 Gateway to connect between a PC’s serial (RS232) port and the NMEA 2000 network Uses the Actisense Comms API for bi-directional PC communications Complete electrical isolation (of 1500 volts) between serial port and the NMEA 2000 connections Fully configurable via serial port or through the NMEA 2000 network ...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Important notices Notices Foreword Introduction Technical features Software updates Connecting devices together The NMEA 2000 standard Connections Connecting to the NMEA 2000 network NMEA 2000 connections Connecting to an RS232 (PC) port RS232 Connections Specifications Troubleshooting guide Status LEDs Product order codes Company Information ©... -
Page 4: Important Notices
The Actisense NMEA 2000 PC Interface (NGT-1-ISO) NGT-1-ISO, and any related software programs. is intended for use in a marine environment, primarily for below deck use. If the NGT-1-ISO is to be used in a more Introduction severe environment, such use may be considered misuse under the seller’s guarantee. -
Page 5: Technical Features
NMEA 2000 network powered to offer easy installation with no need for a direct connection to the vessels main battery supply. The NGT-1-ISO takes all its power from the NMEA 2000 network connection and contain a clever built-in power isolator to supply its serial port circuitry without the need of an extra battery source. -
Page 6: Connections
Connections Figure 1 – All external connections Figure 1 shows an internal view of the NGT-1-ISO Printed 4. Serial ISO-Drive output. Circuit Board (PCB). Three screw terminals are provided to connect to the serial ISO-Drive output. The serial output comprises 1. -
Page 7: Connecting To The Nmea 2000 Network
(RS232) port using the supplied Actisense cable and a connector with the following specification: 3. The OUT +/A of the NGT-1-ISO should be connected to the RX of the computer (standard D-type, pin 2) 1. A minimum of 3-cores are required in a shielded and the NGT-1-ISO IN +/A should be connected to cable. -
Page 8: Specifications
Baud rate 4800 230400 General Ambient operating temperature °C Table 2 – NGT-1-ISO specifications All specifications are taken with reference to an ambient temperature (T ) of +25°C. Note: 1. Current consumption measured under no-load conditions © 2013 Active Research Limited... -
Page 9: Troubleshooting Guide
Status LEDs The NGT-1-ISO 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 10: Product Order Codes
BH12 3PF Telephone: 01202 746682 (International : +44 1202 746682) Fax: 01202 746683 (International : +44 1202 746683) Actisense on the Web: For advice, support and product details E-mail: support@actisense.com Website: www.actisense.com “Actisense” is a registered trademark of Active Research Limited. - Page 12 Cable length 1.5 metres Active Research Limited, Unit 5 Wessex Trade Centre, Ringwood Road, Poole, Dorset, UK, BH12 3PF Telephone: +44 (0)1202 746682 Fax: +44 (0)1202 746683 Actisense on the Web: For advice, support and product details E-mail: support@actisense.com Website: www.actisense.com...
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