Simrad NSE8 User manual

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Installation
Manual
Simrad NSE8, NSE12
Multi Function Display
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.
Governing Language: This statement, any instruction manuals, user guides and other
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 © 2011 Navico Holding AS.
Warranty
The warranty card is supplied as a separate document.
In case of any queries, refer to the brand web site of your display or system:
www.simrad-yachting.com

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Declarations and conformance
This equipment is intended for use in international waters as well as coastal sea areas
administered by countries of the E.U. and E.E.A.
Compliance Statements
The Simrad NSE complies with the following regulations:
• FCC Part 15
• CE compliant per EN60945
• C - Tick
For more information please refer to our website:
www.simrad-yachting.com.
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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receiver
• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help

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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
NSE8 and NSE12 front............................................................................8
NSE8 and NSE12 rear.............................................................................9
OP40 (optional controller) ..................................................................... 10
Installing the display............................................................................11
Mounting location................................................................................. 11
Panel mount........................................................................................ 12
Bracket Mount..................................................................................... 13
System architecture .............................................................................15
Networking, Data Interfacing................................................................. 15
SimNet / NMEA 2000............................................................................ 15
Ethernet: (NETWORK ports) .................................................................. 15
NMEA0183 .......................................................................................... 15
Data Bridging ...................................................................................... 16
Wiring the NSE .....................................................................................23
Power................................................................................................. 24
Connecting power ................................................................................ 24
Power control ...................................................................................... 24
External alarm..................................................................................... 27
SimNet............................................................................................... 28
SimNet: The basics .............................................................................. 28
Planning and installing a SimNet backbone.............................................. 29
Power the SimNet network.................................................................... 29
CZone Connection to SimNet................................................................. 32
Ethernet ............................................................................................. 33
Dual and Multi Station .......................................................................... 34
NMEA0183 wiring................................................................................. 35
Video In.............................................................................................. 36
Video Out ........................................................................................... 37
Connecting Broadband Radar ................................................................ 38
Connecting HD Radar ........................................................................... 39

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Dual Radar Support.............................................................................. 40
Connecting BSM-1 Broadband Echosounder............................................. 41
Connecting BSM-2 Broadband Echosounder............................................. 42
Connecting LSS-1 StructureScan............................................................ 43
Commission the system........................................................................44
Turning on the system for the first time .................................................. 44
Operating the menu system .................................................................. 44
Commissioning checklist ....................................................................... 45
System settings menu.......................................................................... 46
Language............................................................................................ 46
Time: Local Time, Time format, Date Format........................................... 46
Power Control...................................................................................... 46
Echosounder setup............................................................................... 47
Depth offset........................................................................................ 47
Water speed calibration ........................................................................ 47
Radar setup ........................................................................................ 49
Data setup.......................................................................................... 51
SimNet / NMEA2000 setup .................................................................... 51
Source selection (Auto select)................................................................ 51
Source selection (Manual) .................................................................... 51
Group Source Selection (SIMRAD).......................................................... 51
SimNet Groups .................................................................................... 53
Damping............................................................................................. 54
Device List.......................................................................................... 54
CZone Setup ....................................................................................... 55
OP40 Controller Setup.......................................................................... 56
Autopilot Setup.................................................................................... 58
Commissioning the autopilot.................................................................. 58
Dockside setup.................................................................................... 59
Rudder drive setup............................................................................... 60
Seatrials............................................................................................. 60
Compass calibration ............................................................................. 61
Setting the transition HI/LO speed ......................................................... 62
Autotuning.......................................................................................... 63
Seastate filter...................................................................................... 63
Setting sailing parameters .................................................................... 63
Tack angle .......................................................................................... 64
Manually adjusting steering parameters.................................................. 64
Serial port setup.................................................................................. 67
NMEA 0183 output ............................................................................... 67
Fuel ................................................................................................... 68

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Vessel Setup ....................................................................................... 68
AIS own vessel.................................................................................... 68
Diagnostics ......................................................................................... 69
NMEA2000 Diagnostics ......................................................................... 69
USER Database UDB............................................................................. 69
Check GPS signal................................................................................. 70
System backup.................................................................................... 70
Restore a backup................................................................................. 70
Software upgrades............................................................................... 71
Displaying current software version........................................................ 71
Screen capture.................................................................................... 73
File transfer ........................................................................................ 73
Drawings ..............................................................................................74
NSE8 Dimensions................................................................................. 74
NSE12 Dimensions ............................................................................... 75
Spare parts...........................................................................................76
NSE Spare parts .................................................................................. 76
NSE Optional accessories...................................................................... 76
Compatible BSM-1 Transducers.............................................................. 77
SimNet accessories ............................................................................ 77
Ethernet cables (yellow)........................................................................ 78
Repeater screens................................................................................. 78
Video cables for repeater screens .......................................................... 78
Specifications .......................................................................................79
Supported NMEA0183 sentences............................................................ 81
NMEA 2000 PGN List ............................................................................ 82
NMEA 2000 PGN Receive....................................................................... 82
NMEA2000 PGN Transmit ...................................................................... 83

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 NSE8 Bezel
NSE12
12 “ Display unit NSE12 Bezel
NSE8 Dust cover NSE8 Gasket
NSE12 Dust cover NSE12 Gasket
NSE8 Mounting bracket NSE8, NSE12
Bracket knobs
NSE12 Mounting
bracket NSE8, NSE12
2 x Ratchet wash-
ers
NSE8 Cut-out Template
212 mm (8.34”)
285 mm (11.20)
265 mm (10.40”)
CLEARANCE HOLE TO SUIT M4 MACHINESCREW
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
NSE12 Cut-out
Template
NSE8, NSE12
Video-In / Comms
Cable
NSE8, NSE12
Connector Caps
NSE8, NSE12
This Installation
Manual
NSE8, NSE12
Operation manual
NSE8, NSE12
Quick start guide NSE8, NSE12 Cleaning cloth
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
• SimNet 5 m (16.5 ft) cable
• SimNet 7-Prong Multi-Joiner
• SimNet Termination Plug
• SimNet 2 m (6 ft) power cable w/termi-
nator

8 | Overview
Overview
NSE8 and NSE12 front
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
5key — 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