Simrad NSO evo3S MPU User manual

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NSO evo3S MPU
Installation Manual
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Preface
Disclaimer
As Navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the right to make changes to the
product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of the manual. Please contact
your nearest distributor if you require any further assistance.
It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the equipment in a manner that will not
cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely
responsible for observing maritime safety practices.
NAVICO HOLDING AS AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, BRANCHES AND AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL
LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE
OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW.
This manual represents the product as at the time of printing. Navico Holding AS and its
subsidiaries, branches and affiliates reserve the right to make changes to specifications
without notice.
Governing language
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product (Documentation) may be translated to, or has been translated from, another
language (Translation). In the event of any conflict between any Translation of the
Documentation, the English language version of the Documentation will be the official
version of the Documentation.
Copyright
Copyright © 2020 Navico Holding AS.
Warranty
The warranty card is supplied as a separate document. In case of any queries, refer to the
brand website of your unit or system:
www.simrad-yachting.com
Compliance statements
Europe
Navico declare under our sole responsibility that the product conforms with the
requirements of:
•CE under RED 2014/53/EU
The relevant declaration of conformity is available in the product's section at the following
website:
•www.simrad-yachting.com
United States of America
Warning: The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
ISED Canada
This device complies with ISED (Innovation, Science and Economic Development) Canada’s
license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
La traduction française de ce document est disponible sur le site Web du produit.
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Australia and New Zealand
Navico declare under our sole responsibility that the product conforms with the
requirements of:
•level 2 devices of the Radiocommunications (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standard
2017
Internet usage
Some features in this product use an internet connection to perform data downloads and
uploads.
Internet usage via a connected mobile/cell phone internet connection or a pay-per-MB type
internet connection may require large data usage. Your service provider may charge you
based on the amount of data you transfer. If you are unsure, contact your service provider to
confirm rates and restrictions.
Trademarks
Navico®is a registered trademark of Navico Holding AS.
Simrad®is used by license from Kongsberg.
HDMI®and HDMI™, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks
or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
NMEA®and NMEA 2000®are registered trademarks of the National Marine Electronics
Association.
SD™and microSD™are trademarks or registered trademarks of SD-3C, LLC in the United
States, other countries or both.
Navico product references
This manual refers to the following Navico products:
•Broadband Radar™ (Broadband Radar)
•Broadband 3G™ (Broadband 3G Radar)
•Broadband 4G™ (Broadband 4G Radar)
•Halo™ Pulse Compression Radar (Halo Radar)
About this manual
Images used in this manual might not exactly match the screen on your unit.
Important text conventions
Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows:
ÚNote: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they should
proceed carefully to prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/
personnel.
Intended audience
This manual is written for system installers.
The manual assumes that the reader has basic knowledge about this type of equipment with
regards to:
•installation work to be carried out
•nautical terminology and practices
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Translated manuals
Available translated versions of this manual can be found on the following website:
•www.simrad-yachting.com
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Contents
7Introduction
7System overview
7 Operating the system
8 Parts included
9 Connectors
9 Card reader
10 Installation
10 General mounting guidelines
11 Wall mounting
12 Wiring
12 Access to connectors
12 Wiring guidelines
12 Control devices
12 Monitors
13 Power
15 NMEA 2000
16 Serial port
18 Ethernet
19 USB port
19 Video in
20 HDMI out
21 System setup
21 First time startup
21 Software setup sequence
21 The settings dialog
21 System settings
23 Alarms
23 Radar installation
26 Echosounder settings
29 Autopilot settings
30 Fuel settings
32 Wireless settings
32 Network settings
36 3rd party support
36 CZone
37 Naviop
37 Mercury
37 Suzuki Marine
37 Yamaha
37 Evinrude
37 Power-Pole
37 FLIR camera setup
38 Dimensional drawings
38 NSO-evo3S MPU
39 Technical specifications
39 NSO evo3S MPU
40 Supported data
40 NMEA 2000 compliant PGN List
43 NMEA 0183 supported sentences
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Introduction
System overview
The basic system consists of the processor and one or two monitors.
The system can be configured and installed in various configurations:
•One processor with one monitor (A)
•One processor with two independent monitors (B)
•A complex network where additional networked processors are connected to
independent monitors throughout the boat (C)
Operating the system
The system supports single and dual touch-screen operation when compatible touch
monitors are connected.
If a compatible remote controller is available on the network, this can control multiple
processors and monitors, including power control. A separate manual is delivered with the
remote controller units.
You can also use a keyboard and mouse/trackball to control the system. Once these devices
are connected to the USB ports on a processor, they can be used to control the monitors
connected to the same processor.
The active controller is indicated with an icon in the status bar.
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Parts included
F
ABC
D
E
G
H
I
J
A
B
C
NSO evo3S Marine Processor Unit (MPU)
MPU Power cable, 2 m (6.5')
Micro-C power cable, 1.3 m (4.3')
DMicro-C drop cable, male-female plugs, 1.8 m (6')
EMicro-C T-connectors (x3)
FMicro-C terminators, 120 ohm, (male and female)
GNMEA 0183 serial cable, 8 wires, 2 m (6.5')
HEthernet adaptor, 5 pin female to RJ45 male
IInstallation kit:
•Cable retainers (x2)
•Cable ties (x20)
•Pan head screws, 3.5 x 19, A4 DIN7981B (x8)
JDocumentation pack
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Connectors
NETWORK 1 NETWORK 3
USB 1
VIDEO 1 IN HDMI 1 OUT
HDMI 2 OUT
SD CARD
NMEA2000 SERIAL 1 SERIAL 2 POWER
45W MAX
VIDEO 2 IN
USB 2
NETWORK 2
PoE 15W
COMBINED
A B C D E F
IH
G
ANetwork 1 and Network 2 ports (Ethernet with PoE)
BNetwork 3 (Ethernet)
CVideo 1 IN and Video 2 IN
DHDMI 1 OUT and HDMI 2 OUT
ENMEA 2000
FSerial 1 and Serial 2
GPower
HUSB 1 and USB 2
ISD card reader
Card reader
A memory card can be used for:
•Chart data
•Software updates
•Transfer of user data
•Logging user data
•System backup
ÚNote: Do not download, transfer or copy files to a chart card. Doing so can damage chart
information on the chart card.
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Installation
General mounting guidelines
Warning: Do not install the unit in a hazardous/flammable atmosphere.
ÚNote: Choose a mounting location that will not expose the unit to conditions that
exceed the technical specifications.
Mounting location
This product generates heat which must be considered when choosing the mounting
location.
It is recommended that the unit is installed in a location on the vessel with adequate airflow
and away from areas heated by the environment or other equipment.
Ensure that the selected area allows for:
•Cable routing, cable connection and cable support.
•Connection and use of portable storage devices.
•Viewing any LED indicators.
•Easy access to serviceable parts.
Do also consider:
•The free space around the unit to avoid overheating.
•The mounting surface’s structure and strength, with regard to the weight of the
equipment.
•Any mounting surface vibration that might damage the equipment.
•Hidden electrical wires that might be damaged when drilling holes.
Ventilation
Inadequate ventilation and subsequent overheating of the unit may cause reduced
performance and reduced service life.
Ensure that cables do not obstruct the airflow and that the ventilation holes are not blocked.
Examples of enclosure ventilation options, in order of preference, are:
•Positive pressure air from the vessel's air conditioning system.
•Positive pressure air from local cooling fans (fan required at input, fan optional at outlet).
•Passive airflow from air vents.
Enclosure recommendations
AAir inlet
BAir outlet
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Electrical and radio frequency interference
This unit conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations. To
ensure that the EMC performance is not compromised, the following guidelines apply:
•Separate battery used for the vessel engine.
•Minimum 1 m (3 ft) between the device, the device's cables and any transmitting
equipment or cables with radio signals.
•Minimum 2 m (7 ft) between the device, the device's cables and the SSB radio.
•More than 2 m (7 ft) between the device, the device's cables and the radar beam.
Wall mounting
The unit should be installed vertically with the connectors facing down.
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Wiring
Access to connectors
For easier access to connectors, remove the bottom front of the unit.
Wiring guidelines
Don't:
•Make sharp bends in the cables.
•Run cables in a way that allows water to flow down into the connectors.
•Run the data cables adjacent to radar, transmitter, or large/high current carrying cables or
high frequency signal cables.
•Run cables so they interfere with mechanical systems.
•Run cables over sharp edges or burrs.
Do:
•Make drip and service loops.
•Use cable-ties on all cables to keep them secure.
•Solder/crimp and insulate all wiring connections if extending or shortening the cables.
Extending cables should be done with suitable crimp connectors or solder and heat
shrink. Keep joins as high as possible to minimize possibility of water immersion.
•Leave room adjacent to connectors to ease plugging and unplugging of cables.
Warning: Before starting the installation, be sure to turn electrical power
off. If power is left on or turned on during the installation, fire, electrical
shock, or other serious injury may occur. Be sure that the voltage of the
power supply is compatible with the unit.
Warning: The positive supply wire (red) should always be connected to
(+) DC with a fuse or a circuit breaker (closest available to fuse rating).
Control devices
The system can be operated by:
•A supported remote controller connected via NMEA 2000.
•Touch monitors connected via serial interface (RS422) or USB.
•Keyboard and mouse/trackball connected via USB.
For wiring details, refer to the port description in the next pages.
Monitors
Up to two monitors may be connected via the HDMI ports.
Monitors with DVI inputs only should use an HDMI-DVI adaptor.
ÚNote: Brightness control are not supported over DVI.
Monitors must conform to the supported resolutions and refresh rates as defined in the
Technical specification.
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Power
The power connector is used for power, power control and for external alarm output.
Power connector details
3
41
2
Unit socket (male)
Pin Purpose
1DC negative
2External alarm
3Power control
4+12/24 V DC
Power connection
The unit is designed to be powered by 12 or 24 V DC system.
It is protected against reverse polarity, under voltage, and over voltage (for a limited
duration).
A fuse or circuit breaker should be fitted to the positive supply. For recommended fuse rating
refer to "Technical specifications" on page 39.
C
A B
Key Purpose Color
A+12/24 V DC Red
BDC negative Black
CFuse
Power control connection
The yellow wire in the power cable can be used to control how the unit is turned on and off.
Power controlled by power key
The unit will turn on/off when the power key on the unit is pressed.
Leave the yellow power control wire disconnected and tape or heat-shrink the end to
prevent shorting.
Power control by supply power
The unit will turn on/off without using the power key when power is applied/removed.
Connect the yellow wire to the red wire after the fuse.
ÚNote: The unit cannot be powered down by power button, but can be put in to standby
mode (the screen backlight turns off).
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A
Key Purpose Color
APower control wire, connected to supply power Yellow
Power controlled by ignition
The unit will turn on once ignition is turned on to start engines.
ÚNote: Engine start batteries and house batteries should have a common ground
connection.
A
B
Key Purpose Color
APower control wire Yellow
BIgnition switch
Power controlled by power bus
The yellow power control wire can either be an input that will turn on the unit when power
is applied, or an output that turns on other devices when the unit is powered on. It can be
configured at the installation stage to control the power state of displays and compatible
devices. When commissioning the system, the unit can be set to be a power control slave or
power control master.
A
B
A
Key Purpose Color
APower control wire Yellow
BPower control bus
If a unit is configured as power control master and turned on by the power key, it will output
voltage on the power bus. This will power on both other power master units and power
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slave units. If a unit is set to power control slave, it cannot be powered down using its own
power key while a power control master unit is turned on. Pressing the power key will set the
unit to standby. If all power control masters are off, power control slaves can be turned on
and off using their own power key. However, this will not turn on any other units connected
to the power bus.
External alarm
A A
B
C
For sirens that draw more than 1 A, use a relay.
Key Purpose Color
AExternal alarm output Blue
BSiren and relay
CBuzzer
NMEA 2000
The NMEA 2000 data port allows receiving and sharing of a multitude of data from various
sources.
Connector details
2
1
3
4
5
Unit socket (male)
Pin Purpose
1Shield
2NET-S (+12 V DC)
3NET-C (DC negative)
4NET-H
5NET-L
Plan and install an NMEA 2000 network
An NMEA 2000 network consists of a powered backbone from which drop cables connect to
NMEA 2000 devices. The backbone needs to run within 6 m (20 ft) of the locations of all
products to be connected, typically in a bow to stern layout.
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The following guidelines apply:
•The total length of the backbone should not exceed 100 meters (328 ft).
•A single drop cable has a maximum length of 6 meters (20 ft). The total length of all drop
cables combined should not exceed 78 meters (256 ft).
•A terminator must be installed at each end of the backbone. The terminator can be a
terminator plug or a unit with built-in terminator.
A
A
A
CC
DB
B
B
B
E
A
ANMEA 2000 device
BDrop-cable
CTerminator
DPower supply
EBackbone
Powering the NMEA 2000 network
The network requires its own 12 V DC power supply, protected by a 3 amp fuse.
For smaller systems: connect power at any location in the backbone.
For larger systems: connect power at a central point in the backbone to balance the voltage
drop of the network. Make the installation such that the load/current draw on each side of
the power node is equal.
ÚNote: 1 LEN (Load Equivalency Number) equals 50 mA current draw.
ÚNote: Do not connect the NMEA 2000 power cable to the same terminals as the engine
start batteries, autopilot computer, bow thruster or other high current devices.
Serial port
The serial port(s) is used for NMEA 0183 and touch screen control.
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Connector details
1
2
6
7
8
3
4
5
Unit socket (male)
Pin Purpose
1NMEA 0183 Listener B (Rx_B)
2NMEA 0183 Listener A (Rx_A)
3NMEA 0183 Talker B (Tx_B)
4NMEA 0183 Talker A (Tx_A)
5Touch screen RS422 Talker + (Tx+)
6Touch screen RS422 Talker - (Tx-)
7Touch screen RS422 Listener - (Rx-)
8Touch screen RS422 Listener + (Rx+)
NMEA 0183 and Touch screen control, cable details
A
B
C
D
EFGH
Key Description Color
ANMEA 0183 Listener B (Rx_B) Brown/white
BNMEA 0183 Listener A (Rx_A) Brown
CNMEA 0183 Talker B (Tx_B) Green/white
DNMEA 0183 Talker A (Tx_A) Green
ETouch screen RS422 Talker + (Tx+) Orange/white
FTouch screen RS422 Talker - (Tx-) Orange
GTouch screen RS422 Listener - (Rx-) Blue/white
HTouch screen RS422 Listener + (Rx+) Blue
NMEA 0183
The units has two NMEA 0183 ports, which are connected via two discrete cables. Each cable
is dedicated to one of the two internal processors.
ÚNote: AIS data supplied via NMEA 0183 is not internally bridged, and must be connected
to both NMEA 0183 ports if required on both screens. AIS data supplied via NMEA 2000 is
available to both processors.
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The port(s) uses the NMEA 0183 (serial balanced) standard, and can be configured in the
software for different baud rates up to 38,400 baud.
Talkers and listeners
Only one talker (output device) can be connected to a serial input (RX) on the unit, in
accordance with the NMEA0183 protocol. However, an output port (TX) on the unit may be
connected to up to three listener (receiver) devices, dependent on the hardware capabilities
of the receiver.
Touch screen control
Touch monitors can be connected to the serial ports (RS422).
Serial 1 can be used for touch input for the monitor connected to HDMI 1 out, and Serial 2
can be used for touch input for the monitor connected to HDMI 2 out.
MO series touch monitors are supported. Other monitors may also work, but are not officially
supported.
Wiring example
The NMEA 0183 wires (A) are not to be used for touch operation. For more details, refer to
the documentation for your monitor.
Ethernet
The Ethernet port(s) can be used for transfer of data and synchronization of user created
data. It is recommended that each device in the system is connected to the Ethernet
network.
No special setup is required for establishing an Ethernet network.
Ethernet connector details
Unit socket (female)
The unit is equipped with standard RJ45 connector(s).
Ethernet adapter cables
Units with a 5-pin yellow Ethernet connector will require an adapter cable to connect to this
unit.
For more details about the available adapter cables, refer to the brand website of your unit:
www.simrad-yachting.com
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Ethernet expansion device
Connection of network devices can be made via an Ethernet expansion device. Additional
expansion devices can be added to provide the required number of ports.
USB port
The USB port can be used to:
•Connect a keyboard.
•Connect a mouse.
•Connect a storage device.
•Connect a card reader.
•Connect to a touch monitor for touch operation.
ÚNote: If you want to read chart cards using a USB card reader connected to the USB port,
an MI10 USB card reader is required.
The USB devices should be standard PC compatible hardware.
ÚNote: USB cable length should not exceed 5 m when using regular cables. Lengths over
5 m may be possible with the use of an active USB cable.
Configuring the USB port
By default, USB port 1 is assigned to interact with the monitor connected to HDMI out 1 and
USB port 2 is assigned to interact with the monitor connected to HDMI out 2. For USB
configurations, refer to "Configuring the USB port" on page 19 in the system setup section.
USB connector details
Unit socket (female)
The unit is equipped with standard USB type-A connector(s).
Video in
The unit can be connected to two composite video sources, and display video images on its
display.
ÚNote: Camera cables are not supplied, and will need to be selected to suit termination -
BNC at the unit, and typically BNC or RCA plug at the camera end.
ÚNote: The video images will not be shared with another unit via the network. It is only
possible to view video on the unit connected to the video source.
ÚNote: Both NTSC and PAL formats are supported.
Video in connector details
12
Unit socket (female)
Pin Purpose
1Ground
2Signal
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Video input configuration
Configurations to video input are made in the video panel. Refer to the Operator Manual for
more information.
HDMI out
The HDMI port(s) is used for connecting monitor(s).
The connected monitor should support the resolution listed in the Technical specifications,
or be able to scale.
ÚNote: Some HDMI TV displays may apply over-scan, which will in effect crop the image
possibly causing loss of important content. Check the display manual for an option to
disable over-scan or adjust scaling.
HDMI connector details
Unit socket (female)
The unit is equipped with standard HDMI (Type A) connector(s).
HDMI cable requirements
ÚNote: The unit should be turned off prior to connecting or disconnecting an HDMI cable.
While the HDMI standard does not state maximum cable length, signal may be
compromised on long runs. Only use Navico or other high quality HDMI certified cables. 3rd
party cables should be tested before installation. On runs over 10 m it may be required to
add an HDMI amplifier or use HDMI-CAT6 adaptors.
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