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NKE REGATTA - User Manual

NKE REGATTA
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6 Rue Gutenberg – Zi de Kerandré
56700 – HENNEBONT – France
www.nke-marine-electronics.com
PROCESSOR REGATTA
Part number: 90-60-384
USER MANUAL
AND INSTALLATION GUIDE
Version V4.0

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction

The Topline Network

The Processor Regatta

Performance

Accurate measurement of wind, boat speed, and attitude.

Fast Data Provision

High-speed data flow and fast interface with onboard PCs.

Safe and Secure Operation

Integrated safety features, light Linux OS, and auto-diagnostic log.

Standardization

Simple and open formats for variables, protocols, and calibration files.

Post-processing

Internal communication for diagnostics and modeling.

Open Data

Customizable functions and open IP protocol for variable exchange.

Upgrades

Easy Processor Regatta updates via IP or Toplink peripherals.

Power Management

Allows PC standby mode and enhances wind data for autopilot steering.

System Description

Installation of the Processor Regatta

Installation of a Brand New nke System

Install all units except Processor Regatta first; use Multigraphic/Gyrographic as Master.

Installation of the Processor Regatta with an Existing nke System

Update components via Toplink2 software or send units to customer support.

Adding the Processor Regatta to Your nke System

Add Processor Regatta to network after updating components; it becomes the Master.

Ethernet Configuration

Details connection options between Processor Regatta and PC via Ethernet.

Connecting the Processor Regatta

Prerequisites and access methods for connecting the Processor Regatta to a PC.

Connection to the Topline Bus

Specifies the physical connection details for the Topline bus.

Connector NMEA1;Compass

Describes the NMEA1/Compass connector and its capabilities.

NMEA 2 Connector

Details the NMEA 2 connector for NMEA device input/output.

NMEA Input

Lists accepted NMEA sentences and their functions for the Processor Regatta.

NMEA Sentences Input Priority Rules

Defines the priority order for NMEA data input from the Topline bus.

NMEA Output

Lists NMEA sentences that the Processor Regatta can output.

Configuration of the Processor Regatta

Action

Links to the Reboot and Stop buttons for processor management.

Calibration

Accesses calibration tools for wind, boat speed, polar tables, and constants.

Configuration

Accesses the main configuration settings for the Processor Regatta.

Tools

Provides access to logs, updates, backup, and network settings.

Configure the Installation File

Controls Processor Regatta configuration via the instal.ini file.

Configure the Constants Calibration File

Adjusts constants not accessible from other displays using the Calib.ini file.

Configure the File variable.csv

Sets display and export formats for functions via NMEA output.

Algorithm for the Processed Functions

Functions for Boat Motion

Describes algorithms for processing boat motion data like heading and attitude.

Functions for Boat Speed

Details algorithms for processing boat speed data from sensors.

Function for Wind Data

Explains algorithms for processing apparent and true wind data.

Calibrating Your System

Introduction

Importance of sensor calibration for accurate performance data.

Calibration Order

Recommended sequence for calibrating compass, speed, and wind sensors.

Calibrating the Compass

Refers to sensor manual for compass calibration procedures.

Roll and Pitch Calibration

Instructions for calibrating roll and pitch using levels and specific menus.

Calibrating Boat Speed

Explains boat speed measurement and calibration methods.

Linear Boat Speed Response Against Boats Heel Angle

Adjusts boat speed calibration based on heel angle for specific hull designs.

Calibrating for Drift

Details methods for evaluating and calibrating boat drift.

Calibrating Apparent Wind Angle

Adjusts mast alignment and wind shear corrections for apparent wind angle.

Calibrating True Wind Speed

Addresses wind speed measurement disruptions and recommends calibration.

Calibrating True Wind Angle

Corrects True Wind Angle by tacking and recording direction values.

Performance and Polar Tables

Reading a Polar Table

Explains how to read and interpret polar tables for performance data.

Reading a Polar Diagram

Explains how to interpret polar diagrams showing boat speed vs. wind conditions.

Performance Functions

Displays performance functions generated from polar tables for fine-tuning.

Addendum A

Configuring the PC for the First Connection to the Processor Regatta

Guides PC configuration for initial connection to the Processor Regatta.

Connecting the Processor Regatta to the PC

Instructions for physically connecting the Processor Regatta to the PC.

Configuring the Network Connection with Windows Seven

Steps to set a fixed IP address for PC network connection in Windows 7.

Configuring the Network Connection with Windows 10

Steps to set a fixed IP address for PC network connection in Windows 10.

Testing the Connection with the Processor Regatta

Verifies the PC connection to the Processor Regatta using a PING command.

Frequently Asked Questions

Processor Regatta Software Evolution

NKE REGATTA Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNKE
ModelREGATTA
CategoryComputer Hardware
LanguageEnglish