Maretron MBB300C User manual

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MBB300C
Vessel Monitoring and Control
Black Box
User’s Manual
Revision 1.0
Copyright © 2016 Maretron, LLP All Rights Reserved
Maretron, LLP
9014 N. 23rd Ave #10
Phoenix, AZ 85021-7850
http://www.maretron.com
Maretron Manual Part #: M003079

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Revision History
Rev.
Description
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Original document.

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Table of Contents
1General..........................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................1
1.2 Firmware Revision .............................................................................................................2
1.3 MBB300C Features............................................................................................................2
1.4 Quick Install........................................................................................................................3
2Installation......................................................................................................................................4
2.1 Unpacking the Box.............................................................................................................4
2.2 Choosing a Mounting Location...........................................................................................4
2.3 Mounting the MBB300C.....................................................................................................4
2.3.1 Mounting the System....................................................................................................4
2.4 Connecting the MBB300C..................................................................................................5
2.4.1 RS-232 Connection.......................................................................................................6
2.4.2 Video Connection .........................................................................................................7
2.4.3 LAN Connection............................................................................................................7
2.4.4 USB Device Connection ...............................................................................................8
2.4.5 Power Connection.........................................................................................................9
2.4.6 Power Sequencing........................................................................................................9
2.5 Configuring the MBB300C..................................................................................................9
2.5.1 Manually Entering LAN Connection Information .........................................................10
3Operating the MBB300C..............................................................................................................13
3.1 Turning the MBB300C On................................................................................................13
3.2 Turning the MBB300C Off................................................................................................13
3.3 Using the MBB300C.........................................................................................................13
4Maintenance................................................................................................................................14
5Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................................15
6Technical Specifications ..............................................................................................................16
7Technical Support........................................................................................................................17

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Table of Figures
Figure 1 –MBB300C Network Diagram................................................................................................1
Figure 2 –Mounting Screw Hole Locations ..........................................................................................5
Figure 3 –MBB300C Front Panel Connections....................................................................................5
Figure 4 –MBB300C Front Panel.........................................................................................................6
Figure 5 –LAN Connection...................................................................................................................8
Figure 6 –USB Device Connection ......................................................................................................8
Figure 7 –MBB300C Power Terminal Block.........................................................................................9
Figure 8 –MBB300C Startup Screen....................................................................................................9
Figure 9 –N2KView®Window with Tabs Displayed............................................................................11
Figure 10 –Commands and Settings Dialog.......................................................................................11
Figure 11 –Configuration Dialog ........................................................................................................12

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1 General
1.1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Maretron MBB300C Vessel Monitoring and Control Black
Box. Maretron has designed and built your system to the highest standards for years of dependable
and accurate service.
Maretron’s Black Box (MBB300C) is a dedicated processing unit that includes Maretron’s N2KView®
vessel monitoring and control software. Unlike a PC that allows any software to be loaded, the
MBB300C runs only N2KView®software, making it extremely stable and dedicated to monitoring and
controlling your vessel.
The MBB300C is ruggedized for marine use and includes a solid state disk drive to withstand the
pounding associated with waves. And since the MBB300C dissipates less than 10 watts, there is no
need for internal cooling fans that are noisy and wear out causing electronics to overheat and fail.
Figure 1 –MBB300C Network Diagram
Engine
Monitor
Battery
Monitor
Tank
Monitor
Electrical
Panel
NMEA 2000®
Network
VGA or HDMI
Monitor
With Optional
Touch Screen
VGA or HDMI
Optional USB
Keyboard or
Mouse
MBB300C
USB or
RS-232 for
Touchscreen

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The MBB300C connects to a monitor through a VGA or HDMI connector and associated touch screen
through a USB or serial port connection.
Alternatives to controlling the N2KView®software through a touch screen include keyboards, mice, or
track balls connected through USB. In addition to the two completely isolated CAN bus connectors
(M12) for easy connection to single or redundant NMEA 2000®networks, the MBB300C has an
Ethernet port for connecting Internet Protocol (IP) cameras for viewing within the N2KView®software.
Of course, you get the same flexibility using Maretron’s N2KView®software from the MBB300C as
you would running the software on a PC, which includes the ability to configure as many screens as
you want with exactly the information you want to see. Plus, you get free upgrades to the software as
improvements and new features are added.
The Maretron MBB300C 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 MBB300C in order to ensure optimal
performance.
1.2 Firmware Revision
This manual corresponds to the MBB300C running N2KView®Version 5.0.15.
1.3 MBB300C Features
The Maretron MBB300C has the following features.
Full version of N2KView®software preinstalled
Wired Ethernet interface
Dual Optically-Isolated CAN bus connectors for direct NMEA 2000®connection
Supports user-supplied VGA or HDMI monitor
Supports user-supplied touchscreen (ELO, 3M Microtouch, Hampshire TSharc, Penmount,
General Touch, or any USBHID compliant touchscreen)
Supports user-supplied mouse and keyboard
Operates on 9-36VDC
10W power consumption
Solid State Disk Drive
Fanless cooling system
All N2KView licenses included

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1.4 Quick Install
Installing the Maretron MBB300C display involves the following four steps. Please refer to the
individual sections for additional details.
Unpacking the Box (Section 2.1)
Choosing a Mounting Location (Section 2.2)
Mounting the MBB300C (Section 2.3)
Connecting the MBB300C (Section 2.4)
Configuring the MBB300C (Section 2.5)

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2 Installation
2.1 Unpacking the Box
When unpacking the box containing the Maretron MBB300C, you should find the following items:
1 –MBB300C Maretron Vessel Monitoring and Control Black Box
1 –3-Pin Power Connector
1 –USB Flash Drive Containing System Documentation
1 –Warranty Registration Card
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact Maretron.
2.2 Choosing a Mounting Location
The MBB300C must be mounted in an indoor location.
2.3 Mounting the MBB300C
The MBB300C can be mounted to a wall or other flat surface.
2.3.1 Mounting the System
To mount the MBB300C onto a wall or some other surface, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Turn the MBB300C over.
Step 2: Drill holes in the intended installation surface.
Step 3: Align the mounting holes in the sides of the MBB300C with the predrilled holes in the
mounting surface.
Step 4: Insert four retention screws, two on each side, to secure the MBB300C to the wall.

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Figure 2 –Mounting Screw Hole Locations
2.4 Connecting the MBB300C
Some I/O interface connections of the MBB300C are found on the front panel (see Figure 3). The I/O
interface panel located on the front of the MBB300C has the following I/O interface connectors:
2 x CAN-bus ports with isolation for connection to NMEA 2000®
2 x SATA HDD LED indicators
1 x Power Button with Power LED Indicator
2 x USB 2.0 connectors
Figure 3 –MBB300C Front Panel Connections
7
Mounting Holes
Mounting Holes
HDD LED Indicators
NMEA 2000 Connectors
USB 2.0 ports
Power Button with LED

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The I/O interface panel located on the rear of the MBB300C (see Figure 4) has the following interface
connectors:
1 x VGA output
1 x HDMI output
1 x RS-232 Serial Port
2 x USB 3.0 connectors
1 x Gigabit Ethernet (LAN) port
1 x 3-pin power terminal block with wide range power input (9V-36V)
Figure 4 –MBB300C Front Panel
2.4.1 RS-232 Connection
There is one external RS-232 connector. The RS-232 connector enables connection to an external
touch screen. To connect a serial cable with the RS-232 connector, please follow the instructions
below.
Step 1: Locate the RS-232 connector on the rear panel of the MBB300C.
Step 2: Align the RS-232 connector on the serial cable with the RS-232 connector on the rear panel
of the MBB300C.
Step 3: Once aligned, gently insert the serial cable RS-232 connector into the MBB300C RS-232
connector.
Power Terminal Block
VGA Connector
HDMI Connector
USB 3.0 Ports
Ethernet (LAN) Port
RS-232 Connector