Actisense NMEA 0183 Quick Start Manual

Important Notices
The device to which this manual relates complies with the Electromagnetic
Compatibility requirements according to EN60945. The unit should always
be used in conjunction with appropriately approved, shielded cable and
connectors as per NMEA 0400 to ensure compliance. A declaration of
conformity is available for download at www.actisense.com.
If the device to which this manual relates is to be installed within five metres
of a compass, please refer to the 'Compass Safe Distance' section in the
'Technical Specifications' table.
Trademarks and Registered Trademarks
Actisense® and the Actisense logo are registered trademarks of Active
Research Limited (Ltd). All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
The NMEA® name and NMEA logo are copyright held by the NMEA. All uses
in this manual are by permission and no claim on the right to the NMEA name
or logo are made in this manual.
Fair Use Statement
The contents of this manual may not be transferred or copied without the
express written permission of Active Research Ltd.
Copyright © 2018 Active Research Ltd. All rights reserved.
Product Registration
Please register your product via the online form at:
http://www.actisense.com/product-registration/
Your product package includes a unit serial number. The serial number is six
digits long and can be found below the barcode on the label. Your registration
will assist Actisense Support to link your product to your details, simplifying
any future assistance you may require.
Product Disposal
Please dispose of this product in accordance with the WEEE Directive.
The product should be taken to a registered establishment for the disposal of
electronic equipment.
Technical Accuracy
To the best of our knowledge the information contained in this document was
correct at the time it was produced. Active Research Ltd cannot accept liability
for any inaccuracies or omissions.
The products described in this manual and the specifications thereof may be
changed without prior notice. Active Research Ltd cannot accept any liability
for differences between the product and this document. To check for updated
information and specifications please check actisense.com.
Active Research Ltd will not be liable for infringement of copyright, industrial
property rights, or other rights of a third party caused by the use of information
or drawings described in this manual.
Product Guarantee
This product comes with a three year 'return to base' guarantee. If you
suspect that the unit is faulty please refer to the Troubleshooting Section of
the User Manual before contacting support.
It is a requirement of the guarantee that all installations of electronic
equipment follow the NMEA 0400 specification. Any connection to a battery
or power supply must meet the mandatory essential safety requirements that
may be imposed by local regulatory agencies.
Actisense products are intended for use in a marine environment, primarily for
below deck use. If a product is to be used in a more severe environment, such
use may be considered misuse under the Active Research Ltd guarantee.
Introduction & Features
The five NMEA 0183 inputs can be routed to any of the two NMEA
0183 outputs, as well as the serial and Ethernet ports providing a highly
customisable network. The bi-directional serial port and Ethernet port also
allow for simple configuration and diagnostics using Actisense software.
Industry leading isolation is provided on all inputs and outputs as standard,
so that connected devices safely avoid hazardous ground loops, the number
one cause of product failure in NMEA 0183 networks. This makes the NDC-5
robust enough to handle any NMEA 0183 installation.
Before getting started
The wire colours used in this quick start guide are in accordance with
the NMEA 0183 specification (v.4.10, June 2014) and are for illustration
purposes only. Please ensure you check the wiring colours in the
installation instructions for the device you wish to interface to the NDC-5.