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  • Page 1 NEXUS NETWORK WIND Data - Instrument - Installation and Operation Manual English...
  • Page 2 WIND DATA...
  • Page 3 If the instrument are to be used in a Nexus Network, there are some systems settings that are dependent on where the transducers are installed, i.e. at the instrument or at the Server.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Installing the instrument ...................... 8 Installing cable......................10 Connections in Nexus Network................... 10 Connection of log transducer..................11 First start (only in a Nexus Network) ................12 Initialising the instrument .................... 12 Re-initialising the instrument ..................12 Operation..........................13 About this manual ....................... 13 How to use the 5 push-buttons ...................
  • Page 5 C74 Demo PAGE ....................31 Maintenance and fault finding....................32 Maintenance........................32 Fault finding.........................32 7.2.1 General.......................32 7.2.2 Fault - action.......................33 7.2.3 Error messages ....................33 Specifications ........................34 Technical specifications ....................34 Nexus Network introduction and user policy ...............34 Optional Accessories......................35 Abbreviations .........................37 11 Warranty .......................36...

  • Page 6: Part Specifications

    WIND DATA Part specifications NX2 Wind Data is delivered with all parts for mounting. Check prior to installation. Wind Data instrument Qty. Description Reference Instrument, NX2 Wind Data Instrument front cover Drill template Installation and user manual Warranty card Pin bolts for instrument mounting...
  • Page 7 WIND DATA...

  • Page 8: Installation

    WIND DATA Installation You can install the NX2 Wind Data in three different ways: • The wind transducer connected directly to the NX2 Wind Data instrument • By using the connection kit when both log and wind transducers are installed with a single Wind Data.

  • Page 9: Installing The Instrument

    Run the Nexus Network cable from the Server to the instrument. • If you want to cut the Nexus Network cable to length, disconnect 4-pole jack plug and cut the cable. Peel off about 35 mm (1,4") of the cable insulation. Remove about 6 mm (1/4") from the 3 isolated wires (the 4th wire is an earth / screen).
  • Page 10 WIND DATA • Apply silicon paste to the instrument connection pins at the back of the instrument. Press the jack plug onto the instrument pins. Press the cable in to the cable leads. • Mount the connection back cover with the screw. Your instrument installation is done!

  • Page 11: Installing Cable

    3A Fuse Connections in Nexus Network If you already have a Nexus Network i.e. a Server, it is more practical to connect the transducer to the Server due to the single instrument cable installation. Note, set C71 OFF (see 6.5.1)

  • Page 12: Connection Of Log Transducer

    220 log, you may connect the single log pulse wire from that instrument to the Wind Data instrument terminal 4. From log transducer, NEXUS, Star, D-20, 2200 or 220 3A Fuse If you don’t have a log instrument, but want to install a log transducer, use the connection box (Art.

  • Page 13: First Start (Only In A Nexus Network)

    The Server automatically gives the first unit ID number 16, then 17 and so on. The order in which you press SET is the same order as the instruments will be given a logical ID number on the Nexus Network.

  • Page 14: Operation

    WIND DATA Operation About this manual • Each time a push-button are referred to in this manual, the push-button name will appear in bold and CAPITAL letters, e.g. PAGE. • Unless otherwise stated, push-button presses momentary. • Each time a function is mentioned in the text, it will be in brackets and in the same format, where possible, as displayed, e.g.

  • Page 15: How To Use The 5 Push-Buttons

    WIND DATA How to use the 5 push-buttons APPARENT MAIN WIND ANGLE FUNCTION TRUE INFOTEXT WIND ANGLE SUB- TRIM FUNCTION FUNCTION CLEAR MINUS PLUS PAGE 5.2.1 PAGE A press on PAGE change the PAGE of the graphical display. It scrolls in a circular pattern, one step for every press. The PAGE button is also used to move the cursor when in edit PAGE.

  • Page 16: Set

    WIND DATA 5.2.4 A press on SET unlocks a digit to access edit PAGE. When unlocked, the digits are ”active” (flashes) and can be edited by pressing MINUS, PLUS and PAGE as required. When finished editing, lock the digit by another press on SET. 5.2.5 Clear A press on C, clear digits.

  • Page 17: Main Function

    WIND DATA Main function Top data is relative Wind angle, [AWA] (Apparent Wind Angle). As an alternative to [AWA] the following can be displayed: [AWS] (Apparent Wind Speed). [TWA] (True Wind Angle) if the log transducer is connected. [TWS] (True Wind Speed) if the log transducer is connected. To change between these functions, see C12, 6.1.2.

  • Page 18: Sub-Functions

    Wind. The water speed information from the log transducer is needed. The speed information can be taken from the log transducer or from Nexus Network. VMG = 0.0 knots when the true Wind angle is perpendicular to the boat. 4-17...

  • Page 19: Battery Voltage [Bat], Option

    Water temperature [TMP], option The text [TMP] is displayed with water temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit. This function require a NX2/Nexus or Star log transducer. 5.5.9 Trim function for optimum Wind angle or speed, option The text [TRM] and [OFF] is displayed when this function is off. The trim function can be used as an aid to keep the correct tacking angle or to discover speed changes caused by sail or rig trimming.
  • Page 20 The value ”Target Boat Speed” is transmitted through the NX2 Server on the NMEA 0183 input. The Server will then transmit TBS on the Nexus Network. On the Wind Data display you will see both the digital value in % and the graphical value as a 2% variation for each segment.

  • Page 21: More Functions In A Nexus Network

    See more in the calibration. Each sector represents 2% More functions in a Nexus Network By adding (or using) the Wind Data instrument in the Nexus Network, more functions will be added if the corresponding transducer is connected.

  • Page 22: Geographic Wind Direction (Twd)

    WIND DATA If you are using the race timer on the Multi or Log instrument you will have a graphical 60 second countdown timer ”popping up” on this instrument. In this example there is 45 second to start. 5.6.1 Geographic Wind direction (TWD) To get this function, set NAV = On C14 (See 6.1.4).

  • Page 23: X-Track Error, Xte

    WIND DATA 5.6.3 X-track error, XTE To get this function, set NAV = On C14 (See 6.1.4). The text [XTE] is displayed shortly when this function is selected, then a symbolic ”boat” is displayed on one side of the ”road” which is displayed as three vertical lines.

  • Page 24: Btw / Nxt, Bearing And Angle Deviation Relative Next Course

    WIND DATA 5.6.5 BTW / NXT, Bearing and angle deviation relative next course To get this function, set NAV = On C14 (See 6.1.4). This function is using both the Compass and the navigator information to calculate the angle deviation between the bearing and the course after tack.
  • Page 25 WIND DATA Down Wind: When sailing down Wind, the boat can always be sailing at the highest WCV (speed towards the mark). When [NXT] is [00°] you should jibe because your drift is not important. The functions [BTW] and [NXT] is toggling, but can be locked or unlocked by use of the SET.

  • Page 26: Calibration

    WIND DATA Calibration To get the most out of your NX2 instrument, it is important to carefully calibrate the instrument. The calibration values are stored in a non volatile memory. To access calibration PAGE, press and hold SET more than 2 seconds. To select a calibration code, press MINUS, PLUS and PAGE as required.

  • Page 27: C13 Displaying Boat Speed, Trip Log And Temperature, Option

    When set to OFF, the functions will be removed from the display. The Wind Data instrument may be used as a Server in the Nexus Network, transmitting the log and temp to other NX2 instruments without having the information displayed in this instrument.

  • Page 28: C23 Unit For Temperature

    C31 True or magnetic course This function is only used when the instrument is connected in the Nexus Network. [MAG On] will display bearing, course and Wind direction as magnetic. The LCD indication is (MAG). Select [OFF] to display all as true.

  • Page 29: C50 Wind Settings

    WIND DATA C50 Wind Settings To return to normal PAGE, press SET when the text [rET] is displayed. 6.4.1 C51 Network setting of true or apparent Wind angle Select true [TWA] or apparent Wind angle [AWA] as main function. The optional analogue Wind instrument will display the same selection.

  • Page 30: C63 Speed Reference, Water Or Gps

    C63 Speed reference, water or GPS This function is only used when the instrument is connected in the Nexus Network. When [BSP] is selected, the reference is water speed provided by the log transducer for calculation of true Wind speed and angle, VMG and NXT function together with the BTW.

  • Page 31: C70 Configure Nx2

    To return to normal PAGE, press SET when the text [rET] is displayed. In the configuration you will be able to tell the Nexus Network where you have installed the log and Wind transducer. This is important because you may optionally install those transducers at the Server too.

  • Page 32: Connection Of Trim Button

    WIND DATA 6.5.4 Connection of trim button Connect the trim button as per the drawing. The button should make connection when pressed. It is also possible to connect more than one button in parallel, for example one on starboard and one on port. Article number for the push button: 19763.

  • Page 33: Maintenance And Fault Finding

    All connected instrument and transducers, including their software version numbers. • Instrument software version number. • Nexus Network data bus ID numbers for each instrument (displayed at power up). 7.2.1 General In most cases, the reason for faults in electronic equipment is the installation or poor connections.

  • Page 34: Fault - Action

    7.2.3 Error messages The following error messages can appear on the display: ERROR 2 Nexus Network is missing, check colour coded connections ERROR 3 No Network data received within a given time. ERROR 10 Range error caused by bad format, e.g. 430°.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    8-data-bits, 1 parity-bit, two stop-bits in 9600 baud. User policy: The Nexus Network is open for new users and applications without the licence or a licence fee. The data bus however is, the property of the manufacturer, which means the specification must be followed in order to protect the manufacturer’s commitments...

  • Page 36: Optional Accessories

    GPS Navigator, with GPS Antenna, 8+10m cable NX2/Nexus Transducers 22120-1 Server compl with 3m power cables 20707 Log/Temp transducer, 8 m cable (for Nexus and Star) 19915-8 Depth transducer, 8m cable (for NX2 only) 21731 Compass transducer 35°, 8m cable 20860 Compass transducer 45°, 8m cable...
  • Page 37 Multi XL instrument, 4m cable (RCI or Multi Center needed to control Multi XL) 21684-1 Multi XL Set, Multi XL instrument and Remote Control instrument 69995 Mast bracket XL, in aluminium for Multi XL and Nexus / Star 110x110mm instr. NX2 GPS 22118-6 GPS Navigator, with GPS Antenna, 8+10m cable...

  • Page 38: 10 Abbreviations

    WIND DATA 10 Abbreviations Boat Speed Bearing To Waypoint Celsius Fahrenheit KiloMetre KnoTS Miles per Hour Liquid Crystal Display RETurn Speed Over Ground TRiP Minus Plus 4-37...

  • Page 39: Warranty

    WIND DATA WARRANTY GENERAL All our products are designed and built to comply to the highest class industry standards. If the products are correctly installed, maintained and operated, as described in the installation and operation manual, they will provide long and reliable service. Our international Network of distributors can provide you with the information and assistance you may require virtually anywhere in the world.
  • Page 40 WIND DATA File id: WARRANTY CARD TO BE RETURNED TO YOUR NATIONAL DISTRIBUTOR OWNER: Name: Street : City/Zip Code : Country: Product name: Serial number: Date of purchase: _______________ Date installed ________________ Dealers stamp: Tick here if you do not wish to receive news about future products 4-39...
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  • Page 42 WIND DATA Copyright ©: Silva Sweden AB Kuskvägen 4, 191 62 Sollentuna, Sweden Tel: +46 -(0) 8 - 623 43 00. Fax: +46 -(0) 8 - 92 76 01 www.silva.se 4-41...

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