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Simrad NSS7 User Manual

Simrad NSS7
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ENGLISH
NSS7, NSS8 and NSS12
Technical Manual
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Simrad NSS7 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Resolution800 x 480 pixels
ChartplotterYes
Ethernet Ports1
NMEA 2000Yes
Screen Size7 inches
Operating Frequency50/200 kHz

Summary

Preface and Manual Overview

About This Manual

Provides guidance on how to use the manual and its conventions.

NSS Overview

Front Controls

Details the function of each button and control on the front panel.

Rear Connectors

Identifies and describes the connectors on the rear of the display unit.

NSS7/NSS8 Potential System Example

Illustrates a typical system configuration for NSS7 and NSS8 models.

NSS12 Potential System Example

Illustrates a typical system configuration for the NSS12 model.

Planning the Installation

Preparing for Installation

Covers initial steps and tools required for installation.

Checking the Contents

Ensures all included components are present before proceeding.

Mounting Location

Guidance on selecting the optimal placement for the display unit.

Mounting the NSS Display

Panel Mount

Instructions for flush mounting the display unit into a panel.

Bracket Mount

Instructions for mounting the display unit using a bracket.

Wiring the NSS

Wiring Guidelines

Important rules and best practices for connecting cables.

Connecting Power

Power Connection (Basic)

Details the fundamental wiring for powering the unit.

Power Control (Yellow Wire)

Explains wiring for controlling power states of the unit and other devices.

External Alarm

Instructions for connecting an external alarm device.

External GPS

Mounting Location

Guidance on selecting an optimal location for GPS antenna reception.

Echosounder

Internal Echosounder

Details on the built-in echosounder functionality.

External Echosounder

Information on connecting optional external echosounder modules.

Transducer Adapter Cables

Provides adapter cable options for various transducers.

Echosounder Setup

Configuration options for the echosounder system.

RADAR

Broadband Radar (3G / 4G)

Details on the Broadband radar scanner types.

HD Radar

Details on the HD radar system components.

Radar Setup

Configuration and adjustment options for the radar system.

Video In

Connecting Video Sources

Instructions for connecting composite video cameras.

Video In Configuration

Settings for optimizing video display and input.

NMEA 0183

Wiring NMEA 0183 for Serial Balanced Output

Wiring diagram for serial balanced NMEA 0183 connections.

Wiring NMEA 0183 for Single Ended Output

Wiring diagram for single ended NMEA 0183 connections.

Serial Port Setup

Configuration of the NMEA 0183 serial port settings.

NMEA 2000 / SimNet

Device Connection

Connecting devices to the NMEA 2000 network.

Planning and Installing a Network Backbone

Guidance on designing and installing the NMEA 2000 backbone.

Power the Network

Instructions for supplying power to the NMEA 2000 network.

Data Bridging

Information on converting data between NMEA protocols.

NMEA 2000 / SimNet Setup

Configuration steps for the NMEA 2000 / SimNet network.

Ethernet (NETWORK Port)

Connecting Directly to a Single Device

How to connect a single network device via Ethernet.

Connecting to Multiple Devices

Expanding Ethernet connectivity for multiple devices.

Ethernet Setup

Configuration settings for the Ethernet network port.

Autopilot

Wiring the Autopilot System

Details on connecting the autopilot computer and components.

Autopilot Setup

Configuration, calibration, and testing procedures for the autopilot.

CZone Connection to NMEA 2000

CZone Setup

Configuration steps for integrating CZone modules with the NSS.

Software Updates and Screen Calibration

Backing Up User Data

Procedure for backing up user data and settings.

NSS Software Updates

Instructions for updating the NSS unit's software.

NMEA 2000 and Ethernet Device Updates

Updating firmware for NMEA 2000 and Ethernet network devices.

Touch Screen Calibration

Procedure for calibrating the touch screen interface.

Dimensional Drawings

NSS7 Dimensions

Physical dimensions and cutout details for the NSS7 model.

NSS8 Dimensions

Physical dimensions and cutout details for the NSS8 model.

NSS12 Dimensions

Physical dimensions and cutout details for the NSS12 model.

Connector Pinouts

Power Connector

Pinout details for the power input connector.

Video / Data Connector

Pinout details for video input and data ports.

NMEA 2000 Connector

Pinout details for the NMEA 2000 network connector.

Network (Ethernet) Connector

Pinout details for the Ethernet network port.

Echosounder Connector

Pinout details for the echosounder transducer connection.

Accessory Cables

NMEA 2000 Cables

Part numbers and descriptions for NMEA 2000 cables.

Ethernet Cables

Part numbers and descriptions for Ethernet cables.

Supported Data

NMEA 2000 PGN List

List of NMEA 2000 Parameter Group Numbers (PGNs) supported.

NMEA 0183 Supported Sentences

List of NMEA 0183 sentences transmitted and received.

Maintenance

Preventive Maintenance

Recommendations for proactive care of the unit.

Simple Maintenance Procedures

Routine procedures for cleaning and checking the unit.

Troubleshooting

Guidance on diagnosing and resolving common operational issues.

Backing Up Your System Data

Procedure for backing up system data and settings.

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