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INTRODUCTION
Actisense intelligent sensors andinterfaces. Smarter connections that
make more sense
Actisense is synonymous with excellence in smart sensors,
underwater acoustics and NMEA interconnections.
With over 20 years of specialist experience in the design of
digital signal processing software and hardware, Actisense
have developed a wide range of products NMEA
interfaces, depth sounders and cables which are unique in
the marine marketplace for their quality and sophistication.
Our enviable world-wide reputation for supplying smarter
marine electronic solutions has been achieved through:
Intelligent design
Exacting manufacturing standards
The highest levels of service
Our innovative design approach, embracing real world
echo capture and simulation, has enabled us to perfect
our unique depth-sounding algorithm. This now forms the
calculating heart of depth sounding devices from many
major international marine electronics brands
across the world.
Actisense. Smarter, safer solutions.
The more sensible choice.
Actisense is a registered trademark
of Active Research Limited.
About Actisense
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NMEA 0183 defines the electrical signalling, data protocol
and sentence formats for a 4800 baud serial data bus.
Established more than 20 years ago, the levels of expertise
required to install NMEA 0183 devices has increased with
the introduction of the AIS compatible NMEA 0183 HS.
Actisense has the know-how to provide products that meet,
and indeed surpass NMEA 0183 specifications, and solve
many of the issues that arise when connecting electronic
equipment together.
Our NMEA Interfaces provide the intelligent interconnection
technology that enables users to get the most out of their
NMEA instruments and related on board PCs or laptops.
All Actisense NMEA products utilise advanced opto-isolation
circuitry that protects both the NMEA talker device and the
Actisense product itself.
All Actisense NMEA products feature high quality screw
connectors, angled to allow easy access to make wiring up
simple and quick.
Critically, our range of NMEA 0183 multiplexers elegantly
overcome the major limitation of the NMEA 0183 system- that there can be only one talker or information source on
any NMEA 0183 data line.
Just connect and relax, knowing that Actisensehas it
secured.
More details on this technology and other innovations can be
found on the Actisense website.
www.actisense.com
NMEA 0183 Interfaces
The NMEA (National Marine Electronics Association)publishes standard communication protocols to
enable a marine electronic device with an NMEA
port to share its data with other NMEA devices.
What is ISO-Drive?
ISO-Drive provides a
galvanically isolated
output, making
installation simple and
free from fear of ground
loops. This substantially
reduces the risk of
damage and hazards in
connected equipment.
The ISO-Drive output is
tolerant of all connection
types (RS422, RS485 &
RS232), making for easy
installation of an NMEA
0183 data bus system.
ISO-Drive outputs are
separately isolated from
each other and the input
(listener) circuit, and can
float safely up to 1500
volts D.C. from system
ground.
By striving to create the
best possible products,
the inclusion of unique
ISO-Drive technology
takes the Actisense
range to the next level.
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Part number: NDC-4
NMEA 0183 Interfaces (cont).
The Actisense NDC-4 and NDC-4-USB bring the same
combination of performance and ease-of-use to your
installation that you expect from all our interfaces. Now
up to five OPTO isolated NMEA 0183 sources can bemultiplexed into a single stream*.
Two flexible ISO-Drive outputs allow two different
downstream talker baud rates to be created, ensuring
maximum system flexibility.
The NDC-4 is flexible and powerful enough to be the
heart of a simple system, or one of many Actisense
products in a more complex system. It provides
complete access to all NMEA 0183 data sources,configurable filters to remove unwanted data, as well
as enabling an on board PC to read and
add to the combined data stream.
*Four inputs on the USB version, as the
USB interface acts as the fifth channel,
overriding the fifth OPTO input.
Flexible, low cost multiplexing withup to five NMEA inputs and ISO-
Drive outputs
NDC-4 / NDC-4-USB NMEA Data Multiplexer
NDC-4 Features
5 Opto Inputs (4 HS+)
2 HS+ ISO-Drive Outputs
Intelligent multiplexing
software rules
Flexible NMEA filtering
Configurable baud rates
and port priorities
Full galvanic 1500V isolationPC configuration software
USB PC interfacing option
AIS compatible
EXAMPLE:
INPUTS FROM GPS, COMPASS,
SPEED AND DEPTH TRANSDUCERS
NDC-4-USB NMEA MULTIPLEXER
NMEANMEA
CHARTPLOTTER,
RADAR DISPLAYS,
AUTOPILOTS ETC
PC OR HIGH
SPEED
NMEA
DEVICE
USB 1.1 & 2
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NDC-4 Preconfigured Options
To make things easy for Actisense customers, there is
now the option to have the NDC-4 factory preconfigured
for AIS operation or as an Autoswitch, making it the
most flexible Actisense product yet. This can allow
the NDC-4 to be used straight out of the box, without
needing configuration in the field.
Naturally, any factory preconfigured option can be
changed by the user if required.
When preconfigured for AIS operation (NDC-4-AIS), one
input is set to 38400 baud and the NMEA filter prevents
any AIS data from going out of the low speed output.
Alternatively, the Autoswitch preconfigured option
(NDC-4-ASW) automatically switches data from one of
four NMEA 0183 input devices to the two NMEA 0183
outputs (by default, one at 38400, one at 4800), by
determining the highest priority device with
good data.
Preconfigure the NDC-4 as anAutoswitch or for AIS operation
Part numbers: NDC-4-AIS & NDC-4-ASW
Preconfigured Features
NDC-4-ASW
4 Opto Inputs (3 HS+)
2 HS+ ISO-Drive Outputs
Intelligent automatic
switching software rules
Flexible NMEA filtering
Configurable baud rates and
port priorities
PC configuration software
USB PC interfacing option
AIS compatible
Preconfigured Features
NDC-4-AIS
All NDC-4 features asdetailed on page 4
NDC-4-ASW EXAMPLE:
INPUTS FROM 4 NMEA DEVICES
OUTPUTTING GPS NMEA DATA
NDC-4-ASW NMEA AUTOSWITCH
NMEANMEA
CHARTPLOTTER,
RADAR DISPLAYS,
AUTOPILOTS ETC
PC OR HIGH
SPEED
NMEA
DEVICE
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USB 1.1 & 2
The Actisense USG-1 is the safest way to connect your
boats data network to an on board PC. It converts a
USB port into a bi-directional serial port suitable for
connecting to a marine standard NMEA 0183 data bus.
The USG-1 ISO-Drive output (special feature on page
3) and OPTO input provide full isolation, making
installation simple and free from ground loops. There
are no risks of burning wires or circuits causing damage
to PC equipment.
The input uses the Actisense isolation circuitry to
protect any connected equipment from most common
system faults. This isolator can receive very low leveldifferential signals that are often too small to be
received by a PC serial port.
The Actisense USG-1 overcomes all the problems of
using a low cost USB to RS232 cable from a computer
store: the risk of expensive damage to the PC as there
is no isolation and also such a device may not provide
either the drive current or the correct voltage levels for
NMEA 0183 interfacing.
Connect your boats data networkto your PC with the safety of full
electrical isolation
USG-1 USB to Serial Gateway
Part number: USG-1-422 & USG-1-485
USG-1 Features
1 HS+ Opto Input
1 HS+ ISO-Drive Output
Up to 115200 baud data
transfer rate
Full galvanic 1500V isolation
Full NMEA 0183 compliance
ISO-Drive output compatible
with both NMEA 0183 and
PC Comm port types
Creates a Virtual Comm Port
(VCP) on the PC
Can be used to isolate
between two PC systems
Part numbers:
USG-1 (NMEA 0183)
USG-1-485 (RS485)
USB
NMEA 0183 DEVICE
EXAMPLE:
USG-1 USB TO SERIAL GATEWAY
ISO-DriveOPTO
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NMEA 0183 Interfaces (cont).
Actisense has been manufacturing the successful
OPTO-1 cable since the year 2000.
The new OPTO-3 features as standard, a fully shielded
case and cable, making it even more desirable.
Particularly suited to noisy and/or commercial
environments as it provides a complete solution for
system builders who require all components to
be shielded.
The easy, safe and low-cost way to connect an NMEA
0183 system to a laptop PC (or any other device with
a standard RS232 9-pin port).
Self powered (from the PC) to make installation
trouble-free and quick.
Part number: PC-OPTO-3
PC-OPTO-3 NMEA to RS232 Opto-Isolator
2000 volts protection for vital onboard NMEA devices,
and much more
PC-OPTO-3 Features
1 HS+ Opto input
1 HS+ NMEA Output
(directly connected to PC,
but adds tranzorb spike
protection)
Up to 115200 baud
Self-powered takes power
from PC port
Simple installation
Shielded cable and case
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Breathe new, smart digital lifeinto old or new transducers,
with digital signal processing
technology
DST-2 Features
Depth frequencies of
150kHz, 170kHz, 200kHz or
235kHz
Depth range 0.3 to 200m,
0.01m resolution
Speed/Log sensor 0.5kn to
50kn, 0.01kn resolution
Temperature sensor 0C to
+40C, 0.01C resolution
NMEA 0183 data output
once/second
Flash upgradeable, future-
proof design
Configurable depth, speed
& temperature options
Part numbers:
DST-2-150, DST-2-170,
DST-2-200, DST-2-235
Part number: DST-2
The Actisense Active Depth/Speed/Temperature Module
is the market-leading way to take analogue transducers
into the digital age.
Used with new or existing transducers fitted to a vessel,
the Active DST Module digitises depth, speed and
temperature transducer signals into NMEA data to
deliver best-in-class seabed tracking.
When used with an existing installed transducer,
the frequency of the DST-2 must match that of the
transducer. Typical frequencies used by manufacturers
are 150kHz (common in the UK/EU) and 170kHz &
200kHz (more common in USA).
The module is ideal for operation with any
NMEA 0183 compatible device, such as
chart plotters, radars or an on board PC.
In addition, it can operate with a
bi-directional RS232 interface for
customised applications whereparameters need to be changed.
The DST-2 now offers user configuration of
depth offset, speed calibration curve and
temperature offset - creating a very flexible
system.
DST-2 Active DST Module
Active DST Module
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Actisense understands the transition from NMEA0183 to NMEA 2000 can be complex and costly so
strives to provide simple, straightforward solutions to
interconnection problems. With the advantage of 10
years designing NMEA 0183 interfaces, Actisense has
the knowledge and skill to develop a range of NMEA
2000 interfaces.
NMEA 2000 will lower the overall costs of installing andconfiguring networks. One single network backbone cable
replaces the multiple cables needed with an NMEA 0183
network. Power and data are all shared on the same cable.
NMEA 2000 is an open network system based on CAN
(Controller Area Network), which has been used in the
automotive industry for many years. The network has
bandwidth protection ensuring mission critical data always
gets through.
Capable of self diagnosis, the NMEA 2000 network is
intelligent and can identify a node sending constant error
messages and automatically shuts it down, while the rest of
the network continues sharing data.
NMEA 2000 certified products can communicate with each
other on the NMEA 2000 network. However, Actisense
have developed interfaces to enable NMEA 0183 devices
to continue to be used with the new NMEA 2000 network.
Additionally, Actisense can enable bi-directional transfer of
NMEA 2000 data between a networked device and a PC.
All Actisense NMEA products have opto-isolated inputs and
ISO-Drive technology outputs (special feature on page 3)
making Actisense the safest choice available.
The Actisense NMEA 2000 range exceeds all NMEA 2000
requirements and provides simple solutions to ensure users
get the most from their NMEA instruments.
NMEA 2000 Interfaces
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QNB-1 Quick Network Block
The Actisense Quick Network Block (QNB-1) provides a
flexible alternative to multiple connectors, reducing the
cost of an NMEA 2000 cable installation.
As a multi-drop NMEA 2000 network backboneconnection block, the QNB-1 adheres to the barrier
strip connection type detailed in the NMEA 2000
specification.
To protect the power hook-up, a double fused
connection is provided to the network backbone,
limiting the current to the safe level for the network. LED
indicators show power status, detect power reversal
and show whether the fuses are still intact.An additional LED indicates NMEA data on the bus.
The Actisense QNB-1 has an alternative
use as an NMEA 0183 junction box to
connect multiple NMEA 0183 listener
devices together and distribute power to
all devices.
Fault-free backbone networkingconnections made easy on NMEA
2000 buses and networks
QNB-1 Features
Eight 5-way connection
points, allowing up to
six NMEA 2000 network
drops & two backbone
connections
Compatible with all
baud rates from 4800
to 250 kBaud
Fused power connection
option
4 power & 1 data LEDS
Compatible with NMEA
0183 & NMEA 2000
networks
Simple installation
Part number: QNB-1
EXAMPLE:
POWER
NMEA
2000
BUS
NMEA
2000
BUS
6 NMEA 2000 DEVICES
QNB-1
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NMEA 2000 Interfaces (cont)
NGW-1 Features
1 HS+ Opto Input
1 HS+ ISO-Drive Output
Up to 115200 baud data
transfer rate
Full NMEA 2000 compliance
Full NMEA 0183 compliance
Full galvanic 1500V isolation
on both inputs and outputs
Upgrade your NMEA 0183
equipment to NMEA 2000
Allow NMEA 0183 devices
to receive vital data from the
NMEA 2000 bus
Use the NMEA 2000 bus
to multiplex several NMEA
0183 signals together
Part numbers NGW-1-ISO &
NGW-1-USB
NGW-1-ISO / NGW-1-USB NMEA 2000 Gateway
Hook up to NMEA 2000 nowusing your current NMEA 0183
equipment
The ActisenseNGW-1 provides an uncomplicated way
to link between a boat's data networks. The NGW-1
makes it possible to convert NMEA 0183 data into
NMEA 2000 data and vice-versa.
Using the advanced configuration software provided, it
is straightforward to set up which data conversions are
required for both directions.
Multiple NGW units can be used to multiplex numerous
NMEA 0183 devices onto the NMEA 2000 network,
using the network as a means of combining and
transferring all data items from one place to another.
The high reliability of NMEA 2000 data transfer ensures
effective communication even in the presence of
interference. The data can then be picked up from the
data bus wherever required, reducing wiring complexity.
The NGW-1 features an ISO-Drive output (see special
feature on page 3) and an OPTO isolated input. These
features ensure the NGW-1 is free from ground loop
installation issues, and meets all isolation requirements
for NMEA 2000 networks.
NMEA 0183 DEVICE
EXAMPLE:
NGW-1 NMEA 2000 GATEWAY
NMEA 2000 NETWORK
ISO-DriveOPTO
USB 1.1 & 2 option available
Part numbers: NGW-1-ISO & NGW-1-USB
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PC
NGT-1-USB / NGT-1-ISO NMEA 2000 PC Gateway
Interface your PC to the NMEA2000 bus with a fully functional
firewall gateway
NGT-1 Features
Provides a rule-enforcing
firewall between the PC &
NMEA 2000 bus
Up to 115200 baud data
transfer rate
Full NMEA 2000 compliance
Full galvanic 1500V isolation
on both input and output
Allows configuration &flash updating of Actisense
products on the 2000 bus
USB version - HS+ isolated
USB input/output
ISO version - HS+ OPTO
input & ISO- Drive output
Part numbers NGT-1-USB &
NGT-1-ISO
Part numbers: NGT-1-USB & NGT-1-ISO
USB 1.1 & 2
EXAMPLE:
NMEA 2000 NETWORK
NGT-1
ISOLATION BARRIER
SOFTWARE
PC
The Actisense NGT-1 is the only intelligent NMEA 2000
gateway available to precisely transfer messages to and
from the NMEA 2000 bus.
The NGT-1 diagnostic software allows viewing of NMEA2000 messages with full configuration options, enabling
setup of all Actisense products on the NMEA 2000 bus.
With Third Party Gateway status, leading chartplotter
software is also being certified to work with the NGT-1.
The firewall feature of the NGT-1 enforces the NMEA
2000 bus rules so software manufacturers can create
NMEA 2000 compliant software at a fraction of the
direct certification costs. The supplied ActisenseSoftware Development Kit (SDK) also helps to greatly
reduce the required development time.
Actisense welcomes enquiries from software
manufacturers who would like to incorporate NMEA
2000 and the Actisense NGT-1 into their software.
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Technical Information
Product dimension diagrams
132 mm
26 mm
80 mm
26 mm
82 mm
55 mm
NDC-4
NBF-2
179.0mm
139.0mm
46.0 mm
64.0mm
37.5mm
28.5 mm
USG-1
NGW-1
NGT-1
ISO-Drive4 DST-2 OPTO-3 NMEA 20002 Units
Output Current 20 20 Port dependant - mA
Output Voltage5 2.1-5.1 2.1-5.0 Port dependant - V
Ground Isolation 1500 0 0 2500 V
Baud Rates 4800-115200 4800 4800-57600 250000 bps
Product Specifications
NBF-2 NDC-4
NDC-4-ASW
USG-1 USG-1-485 NGW-1
NGT-1
NGW-1-USB
NGT-1-USB
PSU Type Switched Switched/USB USB Switched Switched USB
Power (typical) 0.5 0.4 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.2
Guarantee 3 3 3 3 3 3
Temperature -20/+70 -20/+70 -20/+70 -20/+70 -20/+70 -20/+70
IP Rating IP66 IP66 IP54 IP54 IP54 IP54
ISO-Drive
4
RS485 (ISO)
6
OPTO inputs4 RS485 (ISO)6
USB port Optional1 Standard Standard Standard
NMEA 20002
RS232 Out
Output Types
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106 mm
80 mm
26 mm
82 mm
55 mm
DST-2
106 mm
26 mm
80 mm
26 mm
160 mm
55 mm
QNB-1
Notes
1 - The USB Connection on the NDC-4 is not isolated from thebattery ground.
2 - All NMEA 2000 connections are fully isolated from ground
3 - The DST-2 has full output protection and is both RS232 andNMEA 0183 compliant
4 - All ISO-Drive Outputs and OPTO inputs are fully compatiblewith RS422, RS232 and RS485 voltage levels
5 - Minimum output voltage given at 100 ohm load6 - Isolated RS485 in/out specification in Input Types table
CE Status : All products are designed to meet or exceedIEC 60945 CE mark tests, and provide full protection againstinterference and static discharge risk
Switched USB Linear Special
Input Voltage Range 10-35 4.75-5.25 10-28 7-25
PC-OPTO-3 DST-2 Units
Special Linear
0.02 0.5 W
3 2 Years
-20/+70 -20/+70 C
IP44 IP66
End 2008
3
OPTO in4 RS485 (ISO)6 RS232 Units
Voltage Tolerance -15 to +15 -8 to +15 -25 to +25 V
Sensitivity 1.8 -0.2 to +0.2 2.0 V
Ground Isolation 2500 1500 0 V
Baud Rates 4800-115200 4800 4800-57600 bps
Input Types
Power Supply Types
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