Maretron Run Indicator Module RIM100 User manual

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RIM100
Run Indicator Module
User’s Manual
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Maretron Manual Part #: M002001

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Table of Contents
1Introduction ...........................................................................................................................1
1.1Firmware Revision.................................................................................................... 1
1.2RIM100 Features...................................................................................................... 1
1.3Quick Install.............................................................................................................. 1
2Installation .............................................................................................................................2
2.1Unpacking the Box ................................................................................................... 2
2.2Choosing a Mounting Location ................................................................................. 2
2.3Mounting the RIM100 ............................................................................................... 3
2.4Connecting the RIM100............................................................................................ 3
2.4.1NMEA 2000®Connection............................................................................... 3
2.4.2Monitored Load Connections......................................................................... 4
2.4.2.1AC Load ........................................................................................... 5
2.4.2.2DC Load........................................................................................... 5
2.4.3Checking Connections................................................................................... 6
2.5Configuring the RIM100............................................................................................ 6
2.5.1Device Instance ............................................................................................. 6
2.5.2Channel #1 - #6 Mode ................................................................................... 7
2.5.3Channel #1 - #6 Label ................................................................................... 7
2.5.4Advanced Configuration…............................................................................. 7
2.5.5NMEA 2000®PGN Enable/Disable................................................................ 7
2.5.6Restore Factory Defaults ............................................................................... 7
2.5.7Installation Description… ............................................................................... 7
3Maintenance..........................................................................................................................7
4Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................8
5Technical Specifications........................................................................................................9
6Technical Support ...............................................................................................................10
7Installation Template ...........................................................................................................11
8Maretron (2 Year) Limited Warranty....................................................................................12
Table of Figures
Figure 1 – Mounting the RIM100 ............................................................................................... 3
Figure 2 – NMEA 2000®Connector Face Views ....................................................................... 4
Figure 3 – AC Load Connection Diagram .................................................................................. 5
Figure 4 – DC Load Connection Diagram.................................................................................. 6
Figure 5 – Mounting Surface Template ................................................................................... 11
Table of Appendices
Appendix A – NMEA 2000®Interfacing.................................................................................... A1

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1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Maretron Run Indicator Module (RIM100). Maretron
has designed and built your RIM100 to the highest standards for years of dependable and
accurate service.
Maretron’s RIM100 monitors both AC and DC electrical circuits and reports, over an NMEA
2000®network, whether or not the electrical circuit is energized and running. The RIM100
works equally as well for monitoring manually switched loads (e.g., running lights, anchor
lights, or deck lights) as it does for automatically switched loads. Monitoring automatically
switched loads (e.g., bilge pumps, engine exhaust/intake fans, and transfer pumps) via the
RIM100 is especially useful because you know exactly when equipment is, or isn't running.
The Maretron RIM100 is designed to operate within the harsh demands of the marine
environment. However, no piece of marine electronic equipment can function properly unless
installed, configured, and maintained in the correct manner. Please read carefully and follow
these instructions for installation, configuration, and usage of the Maretron RIM100 in order to
ensure optimal performance.
1.1 Firmware Revision
This manual corresponds to RIM100 firmware revision 1.0.2.
1.2 RIM100 Features
The Maretron RIM100 has the following features.
•NMEA 2000®Interface
•Waterproof Connectors
•Sealed Waterproof Enclosure
•Opto-Isolated from NMEA 2000®Eliminating Potential Ground Loops
•Monitors and reports the running status of connected devices
•Works with both AC and DC loads
•Works with both automatically and manually switched loads
•Can indicate the status of a wide variety of loads
oBilge Pumps
oWinches
oRunning Lights
oTransfer Pumps
oExhaust/Intake Fans
1.3 Quick Install
Installing the Maretron RIM100 involves the following five steps. Please refer to the individual
sections for additional details.
1. Unpack the box (Section 2.1)
2. Choose a mounting location (Section 2.2)

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3. Mount the RIM100 (Section 2.3)
4. Connect the RIM100 (Section 2.4)
5. Configure the RIM100 (Section 2.5)
2 Installation
2.1 Unpacking the Box
When unpacking the box containing the Maretron RIM100, you should find the following items:
1 – RIM100 – Run Indicator Module
1 – Parts Bag containing 4 Stainless Steel Mounting Screws
1 – RIM100 User’s Manual
1 – Warranty Registration Card
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact Maretron.
2.2 Choosing a Mounting Location
Please consider the following when choosing a mounting location.
1. The RIM100 is waterproof, so it can be mounted in a damp or dry location.
2. The orientation is not important, so the RIM100 can be mounted on a horizontal deck,
vertical bulkhead, or upside down if desired.
3. The RIM100 is temperature-rated to 55°C (130°F), so it should be mounted away from
engines or engine rooms where the operating temperature exceeds the specified limit.

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2.3 Mounting the RIM100
Attach the RIM100 securely to the vessel using the included stainless steel mounting screws
or other fasteners as shown in Figure 1 below.
Figure 1 – Mounting the RIM100
2.4 Connecting the RIM100
The RIM100 requires two types of electrical connections: 1) the NMEA 2000®connection (refer
to Section 2.4.1), and 2) the monitored load connections, which are described in Section 2.4.2.
2.4.1 NMEA 2000®Connection
The NMEA 2000®connector can be found on the side of the enclosure. The NMEA 2000®
connector is a round five pin male connector (see Figure 2). You connect the RIM100 to an
NMEA 2000®network using a Maretron NMEA 2000®cable (or compatible cable) by
connecting the female end of the cable to the RIM100 (note the key on the male connector and
keyway on the female connector). Be sure the cable is connected securely and that the collar
on the cable connector is tightened firmly. Connect the other end of the cable (male) to the
NMEA 2000®network in the same manner. The RIM100 is designed such that you can plug or
unplug it from an NMEA 2000®network while the power to the network is connected or
disconnected. Please follow recommended practices for installing NMEA 2000®network
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Figure 2 – NMEA 2000®Connector Face Views
2.4.2 Monitored Load Connections
The RIM100 monitored load connections are made by connecting to the 12-pin terminal strip
on the top of the unit. First, remove the four screws at the corners of the unit detaching the
splash guard from the unit. On the bottom of the splash guard, you will find a label detailing
the wire connection to pin number assignments, which are repeated in the table below.
Pin # Signal Name Connection
1 V1+ Voltage #1 (+ for DC monitored loads)
2 V1- Voltage #1 (- for DC monitored loads)
3 V2+ Voltage #2 (+ for DC monitored loads)
4 V2- Voltage #2 (- for DC monitored loads)
5 V3+ Voltage #3 (+ for DC monitored loads)
6 V3- Voltage #3 (- for DC monitored loads)
7 V4+ Voltage #4 (+ for DC monitored loads)
8 V4- Voltage #4 (- for DC monitored loads)
9 V5+ Voltage #5 (+ for DC monitored loads)
10 V5- Voltage #5 (- for DC monitored loads)
11 V6+ Voltage #6 (+ for DC monitored loads)
12 V6- Voltage #6 (- for DC monitored loads)
The RIM100 will detect the presence or absence of either AC or DC voltages. Before
attempting to connect the RIM100 to the AC source, determine the type of system you will be
monitoring. The RIM100 supports the connection and monitoring of two different system types;
1) AC loads (Section 2.4.2.1), or 2) DC loads (Section 2.4.2.2).
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WARNING: The voltages present on AC circuits can cause electrocution.
Before making any electrical connections to the RIM100, ensure that power is
removed from all AC circuits that will be connected to the RIM100. Only restore
AC power after all connections have been made to the RIM100 and the splash
guard has been re-installed.
WARNING: User supplied voltage sense cables must be 18 gauge or larger,
have insulation rated to 600V, and must have the conductor connected to the
hot lead of the AC power source protected by a fuse rated at 3A or less (the
current consumed by the voltage sense circuit on the RIM100 is negligible, at
less than 10mA).
2.4.2.1 AC Load
Please refer to Figure 3 for connecting the RIM100 to an AC load. You may connect either
terminal from the load to either terminal of the pair of terminals on the RIM100. This figure
shows the connection of the monitored load to channel 1 via the terminals named V1+ and
V1-. Connections to other channels are similar.
User-Supplied Components
Power Switch
RIM100 Screw Terminals
Fuse
Fuse
Monitored
AC Load
To AC Breaker
Panel
1 2 543 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
V1+
V2- V1-
V2+ V3+
V3-
V4+
V4-
V5+
V5-
V6+
V6-
Figure 3 – AC Load Connection Diagram
2.4.2.2 DC Load
Please refer to Figure 4 for connecting the RIM100 to a DC load. Please note in this case that
you must connect the positive voltage from the monitored load to the terminal marked “+” and
the negative voltage from the monitored load to the terminal marked “-”. This figure shows the
connection of the monitored load to channel 1 via the terminals named V1+ and V1-.
Connections to other channels are similar.
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Power Switch
RIM100 Screw Terminals
Monitored
DC Load
+ To DC
- Breaker Panel
Fuse
Fuse
User-Supplied Components
1 2 543 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
V1+
V2-
V2+
V1-
V3+
V3-
V4+
V4-
V5+
V5-
V6+
V6-
Figure 4 – DC Load Connection Diagram
2.4.3 Checking Connections
Once the NMEA 2000® connection and load connection(s) to the RIM100 have been
completed, check to see that information is being properly transmitted by observing an
appropriate NMEA 2000®display. If you don’t see Run Indicator status, refer to Section 4,
“Troubleshooting”.
2.5 Configuring the RIM100
The RIM100 will transmit data over the NMEA 2000®network as it is shipped from the factory;
however, it may require configuration, depending on how many loads are being monitored.
There are several configurable items within the RIM100, which are detailed in the remainder of
this section.
You configure the RIM100 using a Maretron DSM250 display or other NMEA 2000®display
unit that is capable of configuring the RIM100. Please refer to the Maretron DSM250 User’s
Manual for details.
2.5.1 Device Instance
NMEA 2000®provides a unique device instance for each switch/run monitoring device on a
vessel. This value should be programmed in each RIM100 so that each RIM100 is associated
with a unique device instance number. The default instance number is 0, which is used to
indicate the first RIM100 that is hooked to the network. Subsequent RIM100s connected to the
network would be numbered 1, 2, and so on.
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