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Active DST Module:
Depth, Speed and Temperature
Breathes new digital life into old and new analogue transducers
Connects to depth sounder transducers to produce NMEA 0183
depth sentences DBT and DPT
Connects to log hall-effect sensors to produce NMEA 0183 speed
and distance travelled sentences VHW and VLW
Connects to 10kΩ @ 25ºC temperature sensors to produce NMEA
0183 temperature sentences MTW
Digital signal processing for
transducers
DST-2-C
User Manual
Issue 1.51
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- Page 1 Active DST Module: Digital signal processing for Depth, Speed and Temperature transducers DST-2-C User Manual Issue 1.51 Breathes new digital life into old and new analogue transducers Connects to depth sounder transducers to produce NMEA 0183 depth sentences DBT and DPT Connects to log hall-effect sensors to produce NMEA 0183 speed ...
- Page 2 Company information Active Research Ltd Unit 5 Wessex Trade Centre Ringwood Road Poole, Dorset UK, BH12 3PF Telephone: +44 (0)1202 746682 Email: support@actisense.com www.actisense.com Web:...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Active DST Module - DST-2-C Contents Important Notices Notices Foreword Introduction General features Depth transducer interface Speed transducer interface Temperature transducer interface Technical features Software updates Connecting devices together The basics The NMEA signals The different NMEA standards Connections Connecting to NMEA devices Depth transducer input/outputs Speed/Log transducer input/outputs Temperature transducer inputs... -
Page 4: Important Notices
Any such use of the Actisense depth output is at of the sound reflected from the sea-bed. Such a depth the vessel owner’s own risk, and no responsibility will be... -
Page 5: General Features
Active DST Module - DST-2-C Full information on the complete Actisense product range This connection also allows the unit to be updated via the Actisense website. free flash upgrade software available on the Actisense can be found on the website if the DST-2 software requires an update. -
Page 6: Connecting Devices Together
So how can an older type NMEA device be connected to a Actisense produces a full range of products to solve all newer type device? NMEA interfacing requirements. -
Page 7: Connections
RS-232 serial port available, temperature transducers. the Actisense USB to RS-232 adapter cable has been tried and tested to provide a compatible 4. An NMEA 0183 data output. -
Page 8: Connecting To Nmea Devices
Connecting to NMEA devices Temperature transducer Speed transducer Depth transducer Figure 2 – Transducer connections Depth transducer input/outputs Temperature transducer inputs Depth transducers have two or three connections: Thermistor type transducers have two connections: A ‘Live’ connection marked ‘DEPTH TDUCER’ on A resistance input connection, marked ‘TEMP’... -
Page 9: Other Connections
Connecting to the battery supply The NMEA 0183 buffered output is capable of driving up to The Actisense DST-2 should be wired to the vessel’s 4 NMEA 0183 fully compliant listening devices. battery supply in the most direct manner possible, to minimize interference from other electronic devices. -
Page 10: Using The Actipatch Upgrade Utility
Using the ActiPatch upgrade utility The Actisense DST-2 hardware can be easily and quickly updated using the Actisense ActiPatch. The main window has a simple look, as the flash update process has been completely automated for a trouble-free operation. Main Window Figure 4 –... -
Page 11: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting guide This guide will concentrate on all relevant troubleshooting issues above simple cable connection faults. Therefore, the cables between the Actisense DST-2 hardware and any other devices should be checked as a matter of course, before continuing with this guide. -
Page 12: Specifications
Specifications Parameter Conditions Min. Max. Unit Supply Supply voltage Supply voltage = 12v Supply current, no load (see note 1) Supply voltage = 24v Supply voltage = 12v Supply current, loaded (see note 1) Supply voltage = 24v NMEA Logical ‘1’/stop bit Output voltage between +/- and ground (see note 2) At maximum load, drive voltage... -
Page 13: Compatible Transducer List
Airmar Technology are always expanding and improving their transducer range. Any of the 200kHz model types will Actisense would like personal feedback of any company work well with the Actisense DST-2-C-200 module, and using the DST-2 module with a different manufacturer and/ likewise, any of the 235kHz model types will work well with or model type of transducer not included in this list. - Page 14 Compatible transducer list (continued) For use with Actisense DST-2-C-235 D800 & DT800 through-hull retractable, Airmar (*1) All 235kHz models with P17, B17 or B122 skin-fitting DST800 through-hull retractable, Airmar (*1) All 235kHz models with P17 or B17 skin-fitting P52 & P66 transom mount multisensor &...
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Page 16: Order Part Numbers
Analogue to NMEA 0183 converter for 200kHz transducers (Depth, Speed and Temperature) Active Research Ltd Unit 5, Wessex Trade Centre Ringwood Road Poole, Dorset UK, BH12 3PF Telephone: +44 (0)1202 746682 Email: sales@actisense.com Web: www.actisense.com © 2016 Active Research Limited Page 16...
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