Locomarine NMEA0183 TO ETHERNET CONVERTER User manual

Installation Manual
version 2.0
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ADD-ON MODULE
NMEA0183 TO ETHERNET
CONVERTER

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INTRODUCING YACHT ROUTER SOLUTION
Yacht Router with add-on modules is a complete network infrastructure solution for yacht or boat of any size. Yacht Router devices with add-on modules will help you to easily install, setup and
control Internet connection on your yacht. The most important part of Yacht Router solution is the software which controls complete system. It is designed by professionals specialized in yacht
communication systems in collaboration with experienced yacht captains. The result is a system that is simple to operate, maintain and control. Underneath simple touch user interface, Yacht
Router with add-on modules is a solution with an industry level of reliability, performance and unprecedented level of security.
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manual.
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modules should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user or any other party, including but not limited to personal injury,
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Improper operation or installation may cause damage to the equipment or personal injury. Locomarine Networks d.o.o. will not incur any liability of equipment damage or personal injury due to
improper use or installation of the equipment. It is strongly recommended to read this manual and the following safety instructions before proceeding to installation or operation.
PREFACE

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD: Do not open enclosure of the equipment if you are not qualied to do it.
TURN OFF THE POWER IMMEDIATELY IF WATER LEAKS INTO THE EQUIPMENT OR AN OBJECT DROPS INTO THE EQUIPMENT:
Continue operating the equipment could cause electrical shock or re. Contact your nearest distributor or dealer for service.
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE EQUIPMENT OR MODIFY THE EQUIPMENT: Improper disassemble or modication could cause electrical shock, re, or personal injury.
AVOID OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT WITH WET HANDS: Electrical shocks could be resulted if operating with wet hands.
USE PROPER FUSE: Damage to the equipment or re could be resulted if using improper fuse.
TURN OFF THE POWER IMMEDIATELY IF THE EQUIPMENT IS EMITTING SMOKE OR FIRE: Continue operating the equipment could cause electrical shock or re. Contact your nearest distributor
or dealer for service.
DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID-FILLED CONTAINER ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT.
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INTRODUCTION
ABOUT NMEA0183 to ETHERNET CONVERTER 6
WHAT IS IN THE PACKAGE 6
PORTS AND CONNECTORS 7
INDICATORS 7
INSTALLATION
CONNECTING POWER SUPPLY 8
CONNECTING NMEA0183 DEVICE 9
CONNECTING RS232 DEVICE 9
CONNECTING CONVERTER TO YACHT ROUTER 9
SETUP
ACCESING CONVERTER OVER YACHT ROUTER 10
STATUS PAGE 11
IP SETUP 12
NMEA SETUP 13
LOGIN SETUP 14
REBOOT 15
ACCESSING CONVERTER DIRECTLY VIA COMPUTER 16
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 17
OUTLINE DRAWING 18
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1.1. ABOUT NMEA0183 TO ETHERNET CONVERTER
NMEA0183 to Ethernet converter (Converter in further text) is Add-on module compatible with every Yacht Router models. It will give you ability to connect any NMEA0183 source (e.g. GPS,
plotter, sounder, etc) to Yacht Router or any other TSP base device for purpose of getting NMEA0183 data in TCP format available on your Vessel Network both over WIFI or Ethernet. In
addition to NMEA0183, device will also work with RS232 protocol over dedicated connector.
Converter cannot simultaneously work with NMEA0183 and RS232 port.
Converter is compatible with any TCP based device (e.g. routers, switches, computers) from other manufacturers.
1.2. WHAT IS IN THE PACKAGE
When shipped, all devices are wrapped in plastic bags that protect them from
humidity. Devices are then placed into a cardboard box. A bag containing
accessory items is placed inside the box too.
1 - NMEA0183 to Ethernet converter, NML-03, 1 pcs
2 - DC power cable without connectors 2 m, PWC-04, 1 pcs
3 - CAT5 cable (with connectors), CAT5-02, 1 pcs
4 - AC/DC adapter (with connector), 1 pcs
5 - RS232 cable, 1 pcs
6 - Fixing screw, FSC-01, 2 pcs
7 - Manuals & control software (on USB stick), QIG-00, 1 pcs
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1.3. PORTS AND CONNECTORS
Converter is equipped with following ports and connectors.
Ethernet
NMEA0183
RS232
DC Power in 5-36 V
DC Power in 5-36 V
1.4. INDICATORS
Converter is equipped with following indicators.
POWER - Power indicator
WORK - Work indicator: Blinking every 1s = normal operation, Off = not working
LINK - Ethernet connection: On = TCP connection established, Off = TCP connection not available
TX - sending data to NMEA or RS232 port
RX - receiving data from NMEA or RS232 port
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2.1. CONNECTING POWER SUPPLY
To power Converter connect it to DC power source using supplied DC power cable. Power cable consist of RED and BLACK wire. Connect RED wire to positive (+) and BLACK wire to negative
(ground -) power source as indicated on a following photo.
You can also use supplied AC/DC converter power cable with standard 5.5 mm connector.
IMPORTANT
Never connect more than one power source at the same time. Connecting multiple power supplies at the same time can damage device and void a warranty.
Wrongly connected DC power cable can damage device and void a warranty.
Voltage lower than 5 V and higher than 36 V can damage device and void a warranty.
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2.2. CONNECTING NMEA0183 DEVICE
To connect NMEA0183 device to Converter use NMEA0183 port as specied bellow.
DEVICE PORT/CABLE
(NMEA possible labelling) CONVERTER PORT
Tx A / Out A / Tx+ NMEA IN Rx+ / A
Tx B / Out B / Tx- NMEA IN Rx- / B
Rx A / In A / Rx+ NMEA OUT Tx+ / A
Rx B / In B / Rx- NMEA OUT Tx+ / B
2.3. CONNECTING RS232 DEVICE
To connect RS232 device (e.g. serial port on computer or AIS) to Converter use RS232 port as specied bellow.
PIN layout
2 - RXD
3 -TXD
5 - Ground (GND)
2.4. CONNECTING CONVERTER TO YACHT ROUTER
To connect Converter use supplied Ethernet cable or similar Ethernet cable of your choice. Plug Ethernet cable to any available Vessel Network LAN port on Yacht Router, WIFI Extender or LAN
Expander connected to the system.
IMPORTANT We strongly recommend usage of high-quality CAT6 cable. CAT5 cables are not recommended on installaon where cable is longer than 10 meters.
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3.1. ACCESING CONVERTER OVER YACHT ROUTER
To manage Converter you need to connect with your computer, smartphone or tablet to any Yacht Router Vessel Network by network cable or via WIFI. Once connected, Converter setup is
managed via dedicated web page accessible by any web browser (e.g. Chrome, Safari, Edge).
You can acces Converter by typing following IP address into your browser: 10.81.0.91
Enter initial login details to enter Converter setup page:
Username: admin
Password: admin
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3.2. STATUS PAGE
Status page is initial page of Converter setup where you can read current device status.
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3.3. IP SETUP
On this page you can set Converter to work with DHCP or set Stac IP address.
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3.4. NMEA SETUP
On this page you can set parameters for NMEA and RS232 port.
Baud Rate
Port communication speed. Default parameter for most NMEA0183 based device is 4800. Heading sensors, AIS and few other usually use 38400.
Data Speed
NMEA data speed conversion, set 50 as most common version or change if you need different performance.
Local/Remote Port Number
Default Port Number is 1000. You will use this Port number when you want to access NMEA data stream from NMEA or RS232 port over IP (e.g. 10.81.0.91:1000). You can change it according
your needs.
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3.5. LOGIN SETUP
On this page you can change name of the Converter and login details.
Both User name and Password can have maximum 5 characters.
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3.6. REBOOT
On a Reboot page you can nd Reboot button that you have to press to upload changes to Converter.
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3.7. ACCESSING CONVERTER DIRECTLY VIA COMPUTER
If you want to connect comptuer directly to Convert you will have to set xed IP address of your computer to match IP range of Converter.
We suggest you to use following IP address: 10.81.0.100 and Subnet mask: 255.255.0.0
Once you change IP address on your computer you will be access Converter using web browser as described in Chapter 3.1
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4.1. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
Ethernet
Rate: 10/100 Mbps auto switch between cross and direct connection
IP Mode: Static IP, DHCP
Serial and NMEA
Port number: 1x RS232, 1x NMEA (cannot be used at the same time)
Interface standard: RS-232: DB9 pin type, NMEA: 4 wire (RS422 level)
Baud rate: 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400
Reliability level: 2KV electromagnetic isolation
Basic parameters
DC power supply input range: 5-36 V
Max. power consumption: 53 mA
Operating temperature range: -25 to +75 °C
Operating humidity range: 5-95 % non-condensing
IP Protection: IP50
Dimension (WxDxH, including connectors): 98 x 85 x 25 mm
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4.2. OUTLINE DRAWING
All dimensions in mm.
98
85
NMEA0183 to Ethernet converter
75
63
25
A
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