Quark-Elec QK-A032 User manual

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QK-A032
The NMEA 0183 side can be connected to a multiplexer if connecting more than one
NMEA 0183 device to your N2K network.
6. Connect via WiFi if desired
Ad-hoc mode WiFi (direct A032 to phone/tablet/
PC) is the default setting, this requires no Windows
configuration.
 On your device (phone/tablet/PC): 15 seconds
after the A032 has powered up, you can scan for
a WiFi network with an SSID similar to ‘QK-
A032xxxx’. Connect the device to ‘QK-A032xxxx’
with the default password: ‘88888888’.
 In your chart software: set the protocol as
‘TCP’, IP address as ‘192.168.1.100’ and the port
number as ‘2000’ in the chart software.
Station mode WiFi (A032 through a router/access point - to phone/tablet/PC) allows you to
access your data at the same time as your other WiFi network data. This option requires
configuration to set up the connection between the A032 and your router. See the
‘Configuration’ section of the manual and configuration instructions on the CD provided.
7. Need to Configure baud rates, USB or WiFi settings?
The device is set to connect wirelessly in Ad-hoc mode (with no need for a router or access point)
If you want to change to Station mode (connecting through a router) or adjust other setting, see
the configuration section of the manual and the configuration instructions on the CD provided.
SET-UP GUIDE
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QK-A032
NMEA 2000/0183
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 What You Need
 Installation Overview
 Notes

This is an overview only. Familiarize yourself with the manual and the
manuals of any connecting devices before installation. Designed to be
connected by an experienced installer.
QK-A032
BEFORE LEAVING HOME:
12.0V power from N2K bus required
We recommend pre-installing the Configuration software and drivers if needed, as you might not
have a CD reader/internet access on site.
Driver and Configuration software are optional and only needed for specific features.
If you will access data on a Mac/Linux/Windows PC:
 Driver required for Windows. If using Windows 10, the driver should install automatically, if
not, it is included on the Free CD and at Quark-elec.com. Driver not required for Mac or Linux
If you will connect to the A032 through Station mode WiFi: (e.g. through a router, see page 4)
 Configuration software (Windows) required, Driver may be required as above
If you will adjust NMEA 0183 baud rates: The NMEA 0183 baud rates are set to different settings
depending on the A032 version (A032-S: 4800bps/A032-AIS: 38400bps). These are simply the
default settings, users can adjust the baud rates using the Configuration software.
 Configuration software (Windows) required. Driver may be required as above
Configuration Software and specific instructions are on the FREE CD and at www.quark-elec.com.
Or NMEA 0183 multiplexer
connecting to multiple
NMEA 0183 devices
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INSTALLATION
1. Mounting: Consider your locations
 Dry, sturdy location 0.5m from other WiFi equipment.
 Ensure you have the correct length of wires needed. If drilling holes for your cabling, seal
around any holes to prevent damage to your vessel or equipment.
2. Disconnect all power sources before connecting your equipment!
3. Connect to your NMEA 2000 backbone (12.0V power)
The QK-A032 draws 12.0V power from your NMEA 2000 backbone. You will need a backbone and
2 termination resistors (1 on each end), such as NMEA 2000 Starter Kit (www.quark-elec.com/
product/nmea-2000-n2k-starter-kit/).
4. Connect your NMEA 0183 device following the colour code below
QK-A032
Wire Colour Wire Name (Function)
Blue NMEA out-
White NMEA out+
Black NMEA in-
Grey NMEA in+
Brown GND
Power: Top LED (red) flashes at 3 second intervals.
NMEA 2000 input:Middle LED flashes for each valid message received.
NMEA 0183 input:Bottom LED flashes for each valid message received.
Please note: the two LEDs can only show when their respective data is received not sent.
5. Check LED feedback
Version Converts Default Baud rate
A032-S Most common NMEA 0183 sentences and NMEA 2000
PNGs. See manual for complete Conversions List.
4800bps
A032-AIS All messages and PNGs as above plus AIS messages. 38400bps