Simrad NSE8 User manual

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Installation Manual
Simrad NSE8 and NSE12
Multi-function Displays
English

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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 instrument and transducers in
a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of
this product is solely responsible for observing safe boating 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.
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information relating to the 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.
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.
Copyright
Copyright © 2009 Navico Holding AS.
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Warranty
The warranty card is supplied as a separate document.
It is shipped with the product registration card.
In case of any queries, refer to the brand web site of your display or system.
www.simrad-yachting.com

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Declaration of Conformity
GB Hereby, Navico Holding AS declares that this NSE8, NSE12 is in com-
pliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provi-
sions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
FI Navico Holding AS vakuuttaa täten että NSE8, NSE12 tyyppinen
laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koske-
vien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
NL Hierbij verklaart Navico Holding AS dat het toestel NSE8, NSE12 in
overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante
bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
FR Par la présente, Navico Holding AS déclare que ce NSE8, NSE12 est
conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la
directive 1999/5/CE qui lui sont applicables.
SE Härmed intygar Navico Holding AS att denna NSE8, NSE12 står i
överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga
relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.
DK Undertegnede Navico Holding AS erklærer herved, at følgende ud-
styr NSE8, NSE12 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante
krav i direktiv 1999/5/ EF.
DE Hiermit erklärt Navico Holding AS, dass sich dieses NSE8, NSE12 in
Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den
anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet.
(BMWi)
GR Με την παρουσα Navico Holding AS δηλωνει οτι NSE8, NSE12
συμμορφωνεται προς τις ουσιωδεις απαιτησεις και τις λοιπες σχετικες
διαταξεις της οδηγιας 1999/5/ΕΚ.
IT Con la presente Navico Holding AS dichiara che questo NSE8, NSE12
è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti
stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
ES Por medio de la presente Navico Holding AS declara que el NSE8,
NSE12cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras dis-
posiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
PT Navico Holding AS declara que este NSE8, NSE12está conforme com
os requisitos essenciais e outras provisões da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
The equipment named in this declaration, is intended for use in international waters
as well as coastal sea areas administered by countries of the E.U. and E.E.A. A full
Declaration can be obtained from www.www.simrad-yachting.com
Disposal
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
The use of the WEEE Symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household
waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help protect the
environment.
For more detailed information about the recycling of this product, please contact your
local authority, your household waste disposal service provider or the shop where you
purchased the product.

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Contents
Introduction ...........................................................................................6
About this manual .................................................................................. 6
Conventions .......................................................................................... 6
Important safety and warning information................................................. 6
Check the parts..................................................................................... 7
Overview ................................................................................................8
Installing the display............................................................................10
Mounting location................................................................................. 10
Panel mount........................................................................................ 11
Bracket Mount ..................................................................................... 12
System architecture .............................................................................14
Networking, Data Interfacing................................................................. 14
SimNet / NMEA 2000 ......................................................................... 14
Ethernet: (NETWORK ports)................................................................ 14
NMEA0183 ........................................................................................ 14
Data Bridging.................................................................................... 15
Wiring the NSE .....................................................................................22
Power................................................................................................. 23
Connecting power.............................................................................. 23
Power control.................................................................................... 23
No Power Control...........................................................................................24
Auto Power on...............................................................................................24
Power Control Master .....................................................................................24
External alarm..................................................................................... 26
SimNet ............................................................................................... 27
SimNet: The basics ............................................................................ 27
Planning and installing a SimNet backbone............................................ 28
Power the SimNet network.................................................................. 28
Ethernet ............................................................................................. 31
Dual and Multi Station ........................................................................ 32
NMEA0183 wiring ................................................................................. 33
Video In.............................................................................................. 34
Video Out ........................................................................................... 35
Connecting BR24 Radar ....................................................................... 36
Connecting HD Radar ........................................................................... 37
Connecting BSM1 Broadband Echosounder .............................................. 38

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Commission the system........................................................................39
Turning on the system for the first time .................................................. 39
Operating the menu system .................................................................. 39
Commissioning checklist ....................................................................... 40
System settings menu........................................................................ 41
Language ......................................................................................... 41
Time: Local Time, Time format, Date Format......................................... 41
Power Control ................................................................................... 41
Echosounder setup............................................................................... 42
Depth offset..................................................................................................42
Water speed calibration ..................................................................................42
Echo sounder software version........................................................................42
Water speed averaging...................................................................................43
Temperature calibration..................................................................................43
Transducer type.............................................................................................43
Radar setup ........................................................................................ 43
Radar software version...................................................................................43
Radar Transmit, Standby or off ........................................................................44
Data setup .......................................................................................... 45
SimNet / NMEA2000 setup.................................................................. 45
Source selection (Auto select) ............................................................. 45
Source selection (Manual) .................................................................. 45
Group Source Selection (SIMRAD)....................................................................45
Group Source Selection (NONE).......................................................................46
Source selection advanced..............................................................................46
Damping .......................................................................................... 48
Device List........................................................................................ 48
Serial port setup.................................................................................. 49
NMEA 0183 output ............................................................................. 49
Fuel ................................................................................................... 50
Vessel Setup ..................................................................................... 50
AIS own vessel .................................................................................... 50
Diagnostics ......................................................................................... 51
NMEA2000 Diagnostics....................................................................... 51
USER Database UDB .......................................................................... 51
Check GPS signal ................................................................................. 52
System backup.................................................................................... 52
Restore a backup............................................................................... 52
Software upgrades............................................................................... 53
Displaying current software version ..................................................... 53
NSE Display software version ..........................................................................53
Ethernet module software version....................................................................53
Additional NSE display upgrade steps ...............................................................54

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Screen capture .................................................................................... 55
File transfer ........................................................................................ 55
Drawings ..............................................................................................56
NSE8 Dimensions................................................................................. 56
NSE12 Dimensions ............................................................................... 57
Spare parts...........................................................................................59
NSE Spare parts .................................................................................. 59
Compatible BSM-1 Transducers............................................................ 60
SimNet accessories ............................................................................ 60
Ethernet cables (yellow) ..................................................................... 61
Ethernet cables (RJ45) ....................................................................... 61
Repeat screens.................................................................................. 61
Video cables for repeat screens ........................................................... 61
Specifications .......................................................................................62
Supported NMEA0183 sentences ............................................................ 63
NMEA 2000 PGN List ............................................................................ 64
NMEA 2000 PGN Receive .................................................................... 64
NMEA2000 PGN Transmit.................................................................... 65

6 | Introduction
Introduction
About this manual
This manual is a reference guide for installing the Simrad NSE8 and NSE12 Multi Function
Display.
The information in this manual at the time of printing is correct to the best of our
knowledge. Navico can not be liable for any inaccuracies or missing information.
Due to the constant improvement of Navico’s products. Navico cannot be liable for
changes between the product and the manual. Refer to www.simrad-yachting.com for
the latest manuals and addendums.
Conventions
Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that a risk of damage to the
equipment or injury/death exists if care is not exercised.
Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
Important safety and warning information
Please read carefully before use.
When navigating the vessel, use the Simrad NSE system only as a navigational
aid. Proper navigation of the vessel is the sole responsibility of the vessel
operator.
The electronic chart used by the NSE System is an aid to navigation only
and is designed to supplement, not replace, official government charts. Only
official government charts supplemented by notices to mariners contain the
information required for safe and prudent navigation. Always supplement the
electronic information provided by the Simrad NSE with other plotting sources
such as observations, depth soundings, radar and hand compass bearings.
Should the information not agree, the discrepancy must be resolved before
proceeding any further.
Never operate the NSE in Simulate Mode while you are underway. It is the
user’s responsibility to ensure that Simulate Mode is used only in safe
situations such as when you are moored in a marina.
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the US Government which is
solely responsible for its operation, accuracy and maintenance. The GPS system
is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all
GPS equipment anywhere in the world.
The accuracy of the Echosounder depth display can be limited by many
factors, including the type of transducer, the location of the transducer, and
water conditions. Ensure that the transducer is installed correctly and the
Echosounder is used correctly.

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Check the parts
Packaged parts list
NSE8
8.4 “ Display unit
PN location specific
NSE8 Bezel
000-00132-001
NSE12
12 “ Display unit
PN location specific
NSE12 Bezel
000-00133-001
NSE8 Dust cover
000-00134-001
NSE8 Gasket
NSE12 Dust cover
000-00135-001
NSE12 Gasket
NSE8 Mounting bracket
000-00136-001
NSE8, NSE12
Bracket knobs
000-00138-001
NSE12 Mounting
bracket
000-00137-001
NSE8, NSE12
2 x Ratchet washers
072-2559-001
NSE8 Cut-out Template
988-0175-05
212 mm (8.34”)
285 mm (11.20)
265 mm (10.40”)
CLEARANCE HOLE TO SUIT M4 MACHINE SCREW
OR DRILL PILOT HOLE TO SUIT SELF TAPPING SCREW
5 mm (0.20”)
192 mm (7.55)
NX50
192 mm (7.55”)
265 mm (10.40”)
PRODUCT OUTLINE
25 mm (1.00”)
CUTOUT
Check dimensions before cutting
NSE8, NSE12
Power cable
000-00128-001
NSE12 Cut-out
Template
988-0175-06
NSE8, NSE12
Video-In / Comms
Cable
000-00129-001
NSE8, NSE12
Connector Caps
000-00130-001
NSE8, NSE12
Installation Manual
988-0175_03
NSE8, NSE12
Operation manual
988-0175-02
NSE8, NSE12
Quick start guide
988-0175-04
NSE8, NSE12
Cleaning cloth
MS000682A-G
NSE8, NSE12
5 x SCREW,14G x
1,PAN POZI,S/T,SS
316,BLACK
NSE8, NSE12
4 x SCREW,
8Gx1, PAN POZI,
S/T,16,LO-HEAD
SimNet Starter Kit: Includes
• 24005845 SimNet 5 m (16.5 ft) cable
• 24006298 SimNet 7-Prong Multi-Joiner
• 24005894 SimNet Termination Plug
• 24005902 SimNet 2 m (6 ft) power cable
w/terminator

8 | Overview
Overview
ECHORADARCHART NAV INFO PAGES
MENU
PLOT GO TO
MARK VESSEL
WIN
IN
MOB ABC DEF
123
JKLGHI MNO
456
TUV PQRS WXYZ
7
STBY
AUTO
PWR
8
0
9
OUT
1
2 4
6
7
9
11
5
8
10
13
13
14
15
16
12
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Key Description
1Direct Access Keys (DAK). Provide direct access to a page. Repeated presses
of each DAK cycles through several different pages that relate to the DAK
2PLOT/MARK key. A short press activates the Plot menu, a long press positions
a waypoint at the vessel position
3 Rotary knob. The function of the knob is depending on active context
4GOTO/VESSEL key. A short press activates the Goto menu, a long press cen-
ters the chart to vessel position
53key — Activates/confirms current selection
6 X key cancels changes and returns to previous menu level
7Cursor keypad used to move the cursor on the display, and to maneuver in the
menu system
8MENU key. Used to display the context menu for the active panel/overlay, and
for selecting options in edit mode. . 2 x MENU for system settings menu
9WIN key, used on multiple panels pages. A short press toggles between the
panels, a long press expands active panel to a full page panel and back again
10 Zoom buttons for radar, echosounder and chart pages
11
Alpha numeric keypad used for entering numbers and text in dialog boxes.
A long press on the “1” key will position a Man Over Board (MOB) waypoint at
the vessel’s current position
12 STBY AUTO - Future use
13
Media port door. Press and slide to the right to open.
Media can be used for optional Navionics chart data, software updates, trans-
fer of user data and system backup
14 SD /MMC media card slot.
15 USB port
16 Removable bezel