2.7 Seatalk
ng
SeaTalk
ng
(Next Generation) is an enhanced protocol for
connection of compatible marine instruments and equipment. It
replaces the older SeaTalk and SeaTalk
SeaTalk
ng
utilizes a single backbone to which compatible
instruments connect using a spur. Data and power are carried
within the backbone. Devices that have a low draw can be
powered from the network, although high current equipment will
need to have a separate power connection.
SeaTalk
ng
is a proprietary extension to NMEA 2000 and the
proven CAN bus technology. Compatible NMEA 2000 and
SeaTalk / SeaTalk
2
devices can also be connected using the
appropriate interfaces or adaptor cables as required.
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2
protocols.
2.8 NMEA 2000
NMEA 2000 offers significant improvements over NMEA 0183,
most notably in speed and connectivity. Up to 50 units can
simultaneously transmit and receive on a single physical bus at
any one time, with each node being physically addressable. The
standard was specifically intended to allow for a whole network
of marine electronics from any manufacturer to communicate on
a common bus via standardized message types and formats.
Evolution EV-2