JRC Alphatron Marine AlphaTurn, AlphaWind AlphaLine Series, AlphaWind AlphaLine MFM, AlphaWind AlphaLine MFL Installation And Operation Manual
AlphaTurn
Rate of Turn Indicator (MED)
Installation and Operation Manual
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Contents
I Preface..........................................................................................................4
I.1 Revision History........................................................................................................................................................4
I.2 Glossary.................................................................................................................................................................... 4
I.2.1 Definitions.........................................................................................................................................................4
I.2.2 Abbreviations....................................................................................................................................................5
I.3 Norms and Standards...............................................................................................................................................6
II Safety Information......................................................................................7
II.1 Pictorial Indication....................................................................................................................................................7
II.2 Cautions................................................................................................................................................................... 7
II.3 Notices......................................................................................................................................................................7
II.4 Warranty...................................................................................................................................................................8
II.5 Storage.....................................................................................................................................................................8
III Introduction................................................................................................9
1 Installation Instructions...........................................................................10
1.1 Mechanical Installation...........................................................................................................................................10
1.1.1 Supplied Parts...............................................................................................................................................10
1.1.2 Dimensions....................................................................................................................................................10
1.1.3 Mounting Instrument......................................................................................................................................10
1.1.4 Fitting Instrument Mounting Frame...............................................................................................................11
1.1.5 Fitting Instrument Water Seal.......................................................................................................................11
1.1.6 Instrument Electric Connections................................................................................................................... 12
1.1.7 Cable............................................................................................................................................................. 12
1.1.8 Cable Preparation.........................................................................................................................................13
1.1.8.1 Cable Preparation Sending Sides........................................................................................................13
1.1.8.2 Cable Preparation Receiving Sides.....................................................................................................14
1.1.9 Grounding Instrument....................................................................................................................................14
1.1.10 Instrument Power Supply............................................................................................................................14
1.1.11 Serial Interfaces..........................................................................................................................................15
1.1.12 Serial Connection........................................................................................................................................16
1.1.13 Relay........................................................................................................................................................... 17
1.1.14 Connecting Serial Ports.............................................................................................................................. 18
1.1.15 Connecting Dimmer.....................................................................................................................................19
1.2 Software Installation...............................................................................................................................................20
1.2.1 Selecting Active Software............................................................................................................................. 20
1.2.1.1 Software Applications...........................................................................................................................20
1.2.2 Software Updates..........................................................................................................................................21
1.2.3 Watchdog Protection.....................................................................................................................................21
2 Operation...................................................................................................22
2.1 Power..................................................................................................................................................................... 22
2.2 Main Screen...........................................................................................................................................................22
2.3 Menu Handling.......................................................................................................................................................24
2.3.1 Default Values AlphaLine Instrument........................................................................................................... 25
2.4 Indication Handling.................................................................................................................................................26
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2.5 Settings...................................................................................................................................................................30
2.5.1 Generic Settings............................................................................................................................................30
2.5.1.1 Generic Settings Menu........................................................................................................................ 30
2.5.1.2 Touch Screen Calibration (TOUCH CAL)............................................................................................31
2.5.1.3 Cleaning Display ( CLEAN MODE )....................................................................................................32
2.5.1.4 Change Theme (THEME).................................................................................................................... 33
2.5.1.5 Change Date and Time (DATE/TIME).................................................................................................34
2.5.1.6 About the AlphaLine instrument (ABOUT)...........................................................................................35
2.5.1.7 ROT Settings (ROT SET)....................................................................................................................36
2.5.2 Advanced Settings........................................................................................................................................37
2.5.2.1 Advanced Settings Menu (ADV SET)..................................................................................................37
2.5.2.2 Central Dimming (CNTRL DIM)...........................................................................................................38
2.5.2.3 Ethernet Configuration (ETH CONFIG)...............................................................................................39
2.5.2.4 Serial Port Configuration (UART CONFIG)......................................................................................... 40
2.5.2.5 Serial Port Monitor (SERIAL MON)..................................................................................................... 41
2.5.2.6 Factory Reset (RESET)....................................................................................................................... 42
2.5.2.7 Log (LOG)............................................................................................................................................43
2.5.2.8 NMEA Talker (NMEA TALKER)...........................................................................................................44
2.5.2.9 NMEA Settings ( NMEA SET )............................................................................................................45
3 Maintenance.............................................................................................. 46
4 Appendix A................................................................................................47
4.1 Hardware Specifications.........................................................................................................................................48
4.1.1 Specifications MFM.......................................................................................................................................48
4.1.2 Available Accessories...................................................................................................................................48
4.2 Software Specifications..........................................................................................................................................49
4.2.1 Supported NMEA Sentences IEC 61162......................................................................................................49
4.2.2 Indication List................................................................................................................................................49
4.3 Mechanical Drawings.............................................................................................................................................50
4.3.1 Mechanical Drawing MFM............................................................................................................................ 50
4.4 Electric Diagrams...................................................................................................................................................51
4.4.1 Cable Diagram AlphaTurn............................................................................................................................ 52
4.4.2 Connection Diagram AlphaTurn....................................................................................................................53
4.5 Schematics.............................................................................................................................................................54
4.5.1 Schematics AlphaLine MF Display Unit........................................................................................................55
4.5.2 Schematics AlphaLine Instrument.................................................................................................................56
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I Preface
The Alphatron Marine AlphaLine instrument range was designed for navigation and control of ships and is based on
generic hardware and software, allowing for many different applications.
• Thoroughly read this instruction manual before installation and operation of the equipment.
• We recommend to keep this manual nearby the equipment to ensure ready access to it.
I.1 Revision History
Revision No. Software Version Description Date
V1.0.6 R1_035 First issue 16 December 2016
V1.0.7 R1_050 Textual changes 27 September 2017
V1.0.8 R1_061 Textual changes 09 October 2017
I.2 Glossary
The glossary contains a list of definitions and a list of abbreviations.
I.2.1 Definitions
The meaning of standard definitions as used in this manual are explained in Table 1: Definitions on page 4.
Redundant A device that is equipped with multiple part of the same type, for example a double
power supply. This equipment will continue to function when one of the redundant part
fails.
Heading users Navigation equipment that uses heading/course information for functioning.
Hardware The physical parts of the AlphaLine instrument.
LEDs Light-emitting diodes. These are used for signaling statuses of hardware and software
signals to the user.
Central alarm system /
Bridge watch monitoring
NMEA protocol Protocol standard for transmitting and receiving of asynchronous serial data sentences.
Talker Device which transmits data. This is usually called transmitter or TX.
Listener Device which receives data. This is usually called receiver or RX.
ISO GND Isolated Ground. This is a ground connection to be used for reference signal. It is
Grounding point/stud Point on the chassis of the AlphaLine instrument which should be connected to the ship's
Printed Circuit Board A printed circuit board, or PCB, is used to mechanically support and electrically connect
(Galvanic) isolated Electrical separation of two circuits. There is no current flowing directly from one circuit
System that is connected to all vital systems on a ship and that is able to give a
centralized indication of the (alarm)status of all connected systems.
different from EARTH and should normally not be connected to EARTH.
mass.
electronic components using conductive pathways, or traces, etched from copper sheets,
laminated onto a non-conductive substrate.
to another. Electrical energy and/or information can still be exchanged between the
sections by other means, such as by induction or by optical means (like transformers or
opto couplers).
CAN bus Controller Area Network. This is a network based serial bus system used for exchanging
information. It is the advanced version of RS485/422 serial buses.
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Reverse polarity protection This is a part of the power supply hardware that prevents any damage to the equipment
when the power supply is connected to the wrong polarity.
ROT signal Rate Of Turn (ROT) signal indicates the course change of a ship in degrees per minute.
This signal can be analog using voltage or current, or can be an NMEA data signal.
Heading/bearing repeaters Navigation type of instruments displaying the heading/course of a ship.
Baud rate This is the transmission speed of serial interfaces in characters per second.
Transmitting interval The frequency at which complete NMEA sentences are being transmitted in number of
times per second.
Factory setting Instrument setting for backlight color, language, number of connected apparatus, etc. as
configured as a new instrument by the factory.
Flash memory Non-volatile type of memory. This type of memory retains its contents even when the
instrument is turned off.
Firmware (Embedded) software inside the processors of the AlphaLine instrument.
Compass safe distance The minimum distances to equipment that will not cause an unacceptable deviation of
the ship's standard and steering compasses.
Table 1: Definitions
I.2.2 Abbreviations
Abbreviations as used in this manual are explained in Table 2: Abbreviations on page 5.
A Ampere
ARD AlphaLine Repeater Display
CAN Controller Area Network
DC Direct Current
DP Dynamic Position
ECDIS Electronic Chart Display Information System
GPS Global Positioning System
I/O Inputs and Outputs
I.S. Inter Switch
LED Light-Emitting Diode
mA Milliampere
mm Millimeter
NC Normally Closed
NMEA National Marine Electronics Association
NO Normally Open
OA Operational Alarm
TAP Type Approval Program
PCB Printed Circuit Board
RCU Remote Control Unit
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ROT Rate Of Turn
VAC Volts Alternating Current
VDC Volts Direct Current
VDR Voyage Data Recorder
W Watt
Table 2: Abbreviations
I.3 Norms and Standards
The AlphaTurn complies with the applicable standards, norms and regulations:
• IEC 60945 (2002) including IEC 60945 Corrigendum 1 (2008)
• Standard DNV 2.4
• IEC 61162 series
• IEC 62288 (2014)
• ISO 20672 (2007)
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II Safety Information
II.1 Pictorial Indication
• DANGER
• Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is
limited to the most extreme situations.
• WARNING
• Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
• CAUTION
• Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
• NOTICE
• Indicates information considered important but not related to injury. It is typically used to prevent damage to
equipment or property.
II.2 Cautions
• CAUTION
• Do not disassemble or modify the equipment. Failure to observe this instruction may cause a fire, electric
shock, or equipment failure.
• CAUTION
• Do not insert or remove the power cord or operate switches with a wet hand. Otherwise, you may suffer an
electrical shock.
• CAUTION
• Operate the equipment only at the power supply voltage of 24 VDC. Failure to observe this instruction can
cause a fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.
• CAUTION
• Do not scratch, damage, modify, heat, pull, excessively bend, or heavily load the power supply cable. It may
cause a fire, or electric shock.
• CAUTION
• Immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power supply cable if the equipment is generating any
smoke or odor, or is overheated. Immediately inform your local service agent of the symptom to have it
repaired. Prolonged equipment operation under such a condition can cause a fire or electric shock.
• CAUTION
• Do not place a vessel containing liquid on the equipment. It may cause a fire, electrical shock, or a failure to
the equipment if knocked over.
• CAUTION
• When unplugging the instrument, be sure to remove the cord terminal correctly. If the cord is pulled, the cord
may get damaged resulting in a fire or an electrical shock.
II.3 Notices
• NOTICE
• Any modification to this equipment without prior written permission from ALPHATRON MARINE B.V. will void
the warranty.
• NOTICE
• Installation of this product shall only be done by a certified installation company approved by either
ALPHATRON MARINE B.V. or by an official ALPHATRON MARINE distributor. Acting otherwise will void the
warranty.
• NOTICE
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• This product must be installed in accordance with the installation methods described in this manual. Acting
otherwise will void the warranty.
• NOTICE
• This product contains no operator serviceable parts. Service and repair shall only be carried out by personnel
trained and certified by ALPHATRON MARINE B.V.
• NOTICE
• Do not allow the instrument to fall or immerse into water. The equipment can be damaged.
• NOTICE
• If the instruments are not stored as described, it will void the warranty.
• NOTICE
• When cleaning the surface, do not use any organic solvent such as thinner or benzine. Otherwise, the paint
and markings on the surface may get damaged. For cleaning the surface, remove the dust and debris and
wipe with a clean dry cloth.
II.4 Warranty
Non-compliance with the installation, operation and maintenance requirements may void the warranty. Read Safety
Information on page 7.
Contact the Alphatron Marine dealer regarding the terms of the warranty.
II.5 Storage
The AlphaLine range of instruments are sensitive to humidity, temperature fluctuations and aggressive substances. Store
them appropriately.
• NOTICE
• If the instruments are not stored as described, it will void the warranty.
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III Introduction
Each type in this navigation and control instrument product range consists of a display unit and, if applicable, one or
more external remote I/O modules.
The following display size is available for your AlphaLine instrument:
AlphaLine MFM 6.5 inch display LCD orientation vertical
The AlphaTurn is an MED Type Approved system for showing the rate of turn (ROT) on a standard ship's compass.
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1 Installation Instructions
Installation follows a generic method and is applicable to the complete range of AlphaLine instruments. This chapter
describes the installation into a console.
1.1 Mechanical Installation
• NOTICE
• This product must be installed in accordance with the installation methods described in this manual. Acting
otherwise will void the warranty.
The Location Class/Category of the AlphaLine instrument is: EXPOSED (may be used outside), but only if installed with
the optional sealing kit and according the installation instructions as mentioned in Mounting Instrument on page 10.
1.1.1 Supplied Parts
The AlphaTurn is supplied complete with the following parts.
• Display unit.
• Mounting frame with 2 sets of screws for fixing to either steel or wood.
• 3 x Phoenix connectors for power supply and signals.
• USB stick with manual.
• Mounting template.
• Grounding lug.
1.1.2 Dimensions
Carefully check the applicable drawing(s) of the instrument. See Mechanical Drawings on page 50.
1.1.3 Mounting Instrument
The display unit can only be flush mounted. Carefully consider the location and angle of the display unit for maximum
visibility. Make sure that there is enough space to connect cables. The display unit can be installed horizontally, vertically
or under an angle, see Figure 1: Flush mounting on page 10.
Note For outdoor fitting, use appropriate sealing arrangement.
Figure 1: Flush mounting
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1.1.4 Fitting Instrument Mounting Frame
Prior to fitting the display unit, install the mounting frame.
Figure 2: Mounting Frame MFM
1. Make a square hole in the (overhead) console. Use the provided template. For dimensions, see Mechanical Drawing
MFM on page 50.
2. Push the mounting frame into the hole and attach it with four screws.
3. Push the display unit into the mounting frame.
Note The instrument is locked into position by a spring system.
Note Use the Overhead Mounting Kit for securing the display unit to an overhead console, to prevent the unit
from falling out.
1.1.5 Fitting Instrument Water Seal
The instrument can be positioned outside, using a water seal. To apply the water seal, use the IP56 Kit and follow the
mounting instructions below.
The IP56 Kit for MFM consists of the following items:
• 1 gasket MFS
• 4 adapters M3-M6
• 4 lock washers M6
• 4 hex nuts M6
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Figure 3: IP56 Kit for MFM
Mounting instructions:
1.
Remove the 4 snaps ( ) from the instrument.
2.
Add the 4 adapters M3-M6 ( ) to the instrument.
3.
Remove the 4 clips ( ) from the bracket.
4. Apply the gasket to the instrument.
INFO: Pay special attention to the small protruding cam, so that it fits exactly in the gap in the front panel.
5. Place the instrument in the bracket.
6. Mount the 4 lock washers and hex nuts.
1.1.6 Instrument Electric Connections
All AlphaLine instrument versions share the same electronics with identical connections.
For pin-outs, see Table 4: Serial Connector P12 (8 pins) on page 17 and Table 5: Serial Connector P19 (12 pins) on
page 17.
1.1.7 Cable
Use the following connection cables:
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Name Specification Shield
(Y/N)
Power 2 x 1.5 mm
USB USB Y
2
Y IEC 60092-352
Norm
Serial
3 x 2 x 0.5 mm2 (inside cabinets)
3 x 2 x 0.75 mm2 (ship's cabling)
2 x 2 x 0.5 mm2 (inside cabinets)
Serial
2 x 2 x 0.75 mm2 (ship's cabling)
Ethernet Ethernet CAT 5e S/FTP Y
Table 3: Connection Cables
Y
Y IEC 61162-1
IEC 61162-2
1.1.8 Cable Preparation
Cable preparation and cable connections as described in this manual are essential for the correct functioning of the
instrument.
Note There are two type of cable sides (connections): sending cable sides and receiving cable sides. Normally,
the cable shield will be grounded only at the sending side of the cable. For a power cable, this is the power
supply side. For a data cable, this is the Tx side of the cable. For combined Tx/Rx cables, either side can be
grounded, but beware of grounding only one side.
1.1.8.1 Cable Preparation Sending Sides
1. Remove approx. 80 mm of the plastic cable sheath, including the grounding shield.
2. Cut away approx. half of the length of the now visible cable shield and fold the remaining shield back over the cable
sheath.
3. Wrap insulating tape over half of the visible grounding shield.
4. Attach the remaining visible grounding shield to the metal saddle on the rear of the instrument. See Figure 4: Cable
Preparation Sending Cable Sides on page 13.
Figure 4: Cable Preparation Sending Cable Sides
Note Always check the drawing for the correct shielding of signals.
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1.1.8.2 Cable Preparation Receiving Sides
1. Remove approx. 80 mm of the plastic cable sheath, including the grounding shield.
2. Wrap insulating tape over the cable end.
3. Attach the isolated cable end to the metal saddle on the rear of the instrument. See Figure 5: Cable Preparation
Receiving Cable Sides on page 14.
Figure 5: Cable Preparation Receiving Cable Sides
Note Always check the drawing for the correct shielding of signals.
1.1.9 Grounding Instrument
To function properly, the AlphaLine instrument must be grounded to the ship’s mass.
For this purpose the instrument has a grounding bolt. Connect the grounding bolt to the ship’s mass with a low
impedance connection.
Figure 6: Grounding Bolt
Note The grounding strap must be as short as possible. If wire is used, use a minimum of 2.5 mm2 copper wire.
See Figure 6: Grounding Bolt on page 14.
Note Always check the drawing for the correct shielding of signals.
1.1.10 Instrument Power Supply
The AlphaLine instrument has one 24 VDC (nominal) power input. Power consumption is approx. 500 mA. Connect to a
power supply > 1 A.
Note The power supply input is protected against connecting to the wrong polarity.
Note In rush current approximately 4 A.
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1.1.11 Serial Interfaces
This chapter provides extra information about the serial interfaces used in the Marine Electronics.
• IEC 61162-1
This standard is the most commonly used. In the standard, the sender (Tx side) and receiver (Rx side) are referred to
as talker and listener.
It has the following characteristics:
• Communication speed: baud rate of 4800, 8 databits, 1 stop bit, no parity.
• One talker (Tx side, commonly a sensor such as GPS) may be connected to one or more listeners (Rx side, e.g.
displays or computer systems such as ECDIS). The circuit looks as shown in Figure 7: IEC 61162-1 Circuits on
page 15.
Figure 7: IEC 61162-1 Circuits
There are some requirements to the wiring of the signal.
• Tx+ and Tx– are connected to Rx+ and Rx– respectively.
• On the transmitting side the shield of the cable is connected to earth , and is NOT connected on the listener side.
Note In case the NMEA signal is connected both ways, two cables should be used with proper shielding
as described above. (It is just above situation times two for the opposite direction).
Only one talker is connected to the bus, and multiple listeners may be connected to the same bus without the need
for a signal isolator/multiplier. However, it is not forbidden and good practice to use a multiplier since it eliminates
possible faults caused by short circuiting of the signal by a faulty listener. Alphatron is able to supply such a multiplier
if needed (NMEA Distribution Interface Mk.2).
• IEC-61162-2
This standard is applied to provide better characteristics when the data transmission speed is higher.
It has the following characteristics:
• Communication speed: baud rate of 38400, 8 databits, 1 stop bit, no parity.
• One talker (Tx side, commonly a sensor such as GPS) may be connected to one or more listeners (Rx side, e.g.
displays or computer systems such as ECDIS). The circuit looks as shown in Figure 8: IEC 61162-2 Circuits on
page 16.
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Figure 8: IEC 61162-2 Circuits
The main difference with the IEC 61162-1 standard is that a COMMON signal is added here for a good reference to
isolated ground.
• Tx+ and Tx– are connected to Rx+ and Rx– respectively.
• The shield of the cable is connected to the earth on the transmitting side, and is NOT connected on the listener.
Note In case the NMEA signal is connected both ways, two cables should be used with proper shielding
as described above. (It is just above situation times two for the opposite direction).
Only one talker is connected to the bus, and multiple listeners may be connected to the same bus without the need
for a signal isolator/multiplier. However, it is not forbidden and good practice to use a multiplier since it eliminates the
possible faults caused by short circuiting of the signal by a faulty listener. Alphatron is able to supply such a multiplier
if needed (NMEA Distribution Module Mk.2)
The cable should be of a shielded type, and the shield connected to the earth on the talker side and NOT to earth on the
listener side.
The IEC 61162 specifies a number of different cables which can be used. Of these cables, Alphatron recommends to use
single shielded cable, as shown in Figure 9: Single Shielded Cable on page 16.
Figure 9: Single Shielded Cable
So, for a two way connection two times 3 wire cable is used with shield connected on the talker side.
Note For Modbus we recommend to use the IEC 61162-2 connections on equipment. IEC 61162-1 ports are
also usable and tested to work with Modbus on speeds up to 38400 baud, however the IEC 61162-2 ports are a
little better suited because of the C wire for signal ground reference.
1.1.12 Serial Connection
The AlphaLine instrument has four IEC 61162 serial ports with Transmit (Tx) and Receive (Rx) connections. Three ports
are of type IEC 61162-1, one port is of type IEC 61162-2.
The instrument has two serial connectors, connector P12 with 8 connections and connector P19 with 12 connections.
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For pin connections, see Figure 10: Serial pin connections on page 17, Table 4: Serial Connector P12 (8 pins) on
page 17 and Table 5: Serial Connector P19 (12 pins) on page 17.
Figure 10: Serial pin connections
1 COM0 IEC 61162-2 Tx+
2 COM0 IEC 61162-2 Tx–
3 COM0 IEC 61162-2 GND
4 COM0 IEC 61162-2 Rx+
5 COM0 IEC 61162-2 Rx–
Table 4: Serial Connector P12 (8 pins)
Note The instrument should always be connected according to the cable diagram. See Electric Diagrams on
page 51. Ensure connection to the correct COM port.
1.1.13 Relay
1 COM1 IEC 61162-1 Tx+
2 COM1 IEC 61162-1 Tx–
3 COM1 IEC 61162-1 Rx+
4 COM1 IEC 61162-1 Rx–
5 COM2 IEC 61162-1 Tx+
6 COM2 IEC 61162-1 Tx–
7 COM2 IEC 61162-1 Rx+
8 COM2 IEC 61162-1 Rx–
9 COM3 IEC 61162-1 Tx+
10 COM3 IEC 61162-1 Tx–
11 COM3 IEC 61162-1 Rx+
12 COM3 IEC 61162-1 Rx–
Table 5: Serial Connector P19 (12 pins)
One relay output is available for legacy alarm monitoring systems without serial ALR connection. This AlphaLine
instrument relay output is located on the 8-pin connector on the following pins. Use the NC (Normally Closed), or NO
(Normally Open) connection depending on the application.
For pin lay out, see Table 6: Relay Connector P12 (8 pins) on page 18.
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6 Relay Normally Open
7 Relay Common
8 Relay Normally Closed
Table 6: Relay Connector P12 (8 pins)
1.1.14 Connecting Serial Ports
Serial data from sensors such as GPS, Speedlog and others is commonly known as NMEA. In the regulations is referred
to the IEC standard for the correct protocol description. These are IEC 61162-1 and IEC 61162-2. The manual will use
both these standards as there is a difference between them.
For detailed information on both standards, please read the IEC-61162-1 and IEC 61161-2 documents.
Serial Port IEC Standard
COM 0 61162-2
COM 1 61162-1
COM 2 61162-1
COM 3 61162-1
Table 7: Serial Ports
To make connections: Connect the data signal to the COM port as shown in the Electric Diagrams on page 51.
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