Pro NMEA 0183 Buffer - 2 OPTO Inputs, 12 ISO-Drive Outputs, Serial Port, Ethernet Port, Pluggable Screw Terminal

Two OPTO-isolated inputs and twelve ISO-Drive™ isolated outputs. Offering device protection and excellent flexibility, all in one product - the Actisense® PRO-BUF-2, the intelligent, type-approved PRO range buffer.

The PRO-BUF-2 is rugged, with a stainless steel housing, and provides isolation on all inputs and outputs. With two NMEA 0183 inputs, twelve NMEA 0183 outputs, a bi-directional serial port, and an Ethernet port, the PRO-BUF-2 is a perfect solution for larger leisure vessels, commercial shipping, and is a great addition for systems that require type-approved devices.

The PRO-BUF-2 is designed to suit the majority of NMEA 0183 systems and is ready to go ‘out of the box’ by simply hard-wiring the two-mode inputs as required.

The Intelligent NMEA 0183 Buffer's manually configurable basic modes of operation include variations of buffer modes, intelligent auto-switch, and combine modes.

For all other configurations, leaving the mode inputs floating selects the ‘User Configuration Mode’. The web-based configuration tool allows full customisation of the PRO-BUF-2, and is compatible across all popular Operating Systems. Using the web-based configuration tool allows for fine-tuning of the data available on each output.

To make installation quick and simple, the PRO-BUF-2 features 2-part pluggable connectors that allow the use of screw terminals*, and a professional DIN Rail mounting system (DIN Rail not included). The device can also be mounted directly to the bulkhead.

Helpful LEDs indicate power, data in, data out, and the alarm status to aid diagnostics.

Data statistics and load indication via the web tool provide a real-time view of data.

Features:

• 2 Opto-Isolated inputs
• 12 ISO-Drive NMEA 0183 outputs
• Ethernet Port
• Flexible operating modes
• Automatic Baud Rate matching on inputs
• Alarm output options
• Web-based configuration tool
• Diagnostic LEDs
• Advanced Data Filtering and Routing
• 2 virtual Autoswitch modules
• Data statistics and load indication via a web tool
• Designed for a 12 / 24 Volt supply
• Future-proofing with easily upgradable firmware
• 2-part pluggable connector system
• Stainless Steel Housing with DIN rail mount option
• Type Approved
• Flexible configuration options to buffer autoswitch or combine NMEA data
• ISO-Drive separates the Listener from the Talker to protect both the PRO-BUF and each connected device.
• Fast bi-directional data connection to a monitor and control software application
• PRO-BUF can be configured using any web browser on any Operating system
• Works out-of-the-box without configuration for basic installations, or can be easily user-configured as required
• Relay output is compatible with on-board alarm systems, and the NMEA Alarm sentence can be displayed and actioned on an MFD
• Easy to access via network, doesn’t require the device to be moved or have a serial connection to the PC.
• A quick visual check gives the user confidence that each input and output is passing data
• Features can be utilised to fine-tune data, avoiding data overloads on the outputs and connected listeners
• Allows automatic data priority selection between two devices of the same type of data (e.g., GPS)
• Shows the NMEA 0183 on each I/O Port, and how frequently it arrives, great for low-level diagnostics
• Allows use on large vessel 24V DC power supply systems
• Additional features in future firmware revisions are accessed using a simple update process via Actisense Toolkit over Ethernet
• Fast installations and supports both screw and screwless terminal types. Ideal for quick diagnostic swapping
• Increased durability, ease of installation, and high performance
• Can be installed on vessels governed by Class Society Rules
• Type Approved (RINA)

Technical Specifications:

Power Supply

• Input Supply Voltage - 9 to 35 V DC
• Input Supply Current - 325mA max @ 12V DC (all outputs @ full drive into 100 ohm loads)
• Input Protection - Continuous reverse polarity, transient overvoltage, and ESD protection
• Power Indicator - LED, Blue – indicates unit is functioning correctly
• Input Supply Connector - Pluggable 2-way screw terminal, 5.08mm pitch

NMEA 0183 Port – Listener & Talker

• Number of Listener / Input Ports - 2 isolated NMEA 0183 Listeners
• Number of Talker / Output Ports - 12 isolated NMEA 0183 Talkers
• Compatibility - Fully NMEA 0183, RS422 & RS232 compatible. RS-485 Listener compatible
• Speed/baud rate - 4800 to 38400 bps
• Talker Output Voltage Drive - >= 2.2V (differential) into 100 ohm
• Talker Output Current Drive - 20 mA maximum per output
• Talker Output Protection - Short circuit and ESD
• Talker Data Indicator - LED, Orange (Flashes at data rate)
• Listener Input Voltage Tolerance - -15 V to +15 V continuous, -35 V to +35 V short term (< 1 second)
• Listener Input Protection - Current limited, overdrive protection to 40 VDC, and ESD protection
• Listener Data Indicator - LED, Green (Flashes to indicate valid input)
• Connectors - Pluggable 2/3-way screw terminals, 5.08mm pitch

Serial Port

• Compatibility - RS422 & RS232 compatible. RS-485 Listener compatible
• Speed/baud rate - 4800 to 115200 bps
• Output Voltage Drive - >= 2.1V (differential) into 100 ohms
• Output Current Drive - 20 mA max.
• Output Protection - Short circuit and ESD
• Input Voltage Tolerance - -15 V to +15 V continuous, -35 V to +35 V short term (< 1 second)
• Input Protection - Current limited, overdrive protection to 40 VDC, and ESD protection
• Data Indicators - LED’s: Green = Receive, Orange = Transmit
• Connectors - Pluggable 3-way screw terminals, 5.08mm pitch

Ethernet Port

• Host Interface - 10/100BaseT, automatic polarity detection
• Supported Protocols - TCP/IP for configuration and firmware updating, TCP/IP and UDP for NMEA 0183 comms
• Indicators - Green = Link/Activity, Yellow = 100 Mbps
• Connector - RJ45

Isolation

• NMEA 0183 Listener - OPTO-Isolated, Hi-Pot tested to 1000V
• NMEA 0183 Talker - Uses IsoDriveTM, Hi-Pot tested to 1000V
• Serial Port - Uses IsoDriveTM, Hi-Pot tested to 1000V
• Alarm Relay - Hi-Pot tested to 1000V
• Ethernet Port - 2kV for 60s

Mode Inputs

• Input Voltage Range - 0 to 35V DC
• Protection - Transient overvoltage and ESD protection
• Connectors - Pluggable 2-way screw terminals, 5.08mm pitch

Alarm Output

• Contacts - Common, Normally Open and Normally Closed
• Alarm Indicator - LED, Red indicates a valid alarm condition
• Contact Ratings - 35VAC / 50VDC
• Connectors - Pluggable 3-way screw terminals, 5.08mm pitch

Mechanical

• Housing Material - 316 Stainless Steel
• Dimensions - 210mm (W) x 128mm (H) x 27mm (D)
• Weight - 530g
• Mounting - Bulkhead mount or DIN rail mount (DIN kit 1)

Approvals and Certifications

• EMC - IEC 60945:2002-08, DNVGL-CG-0339:2019 & IACS UR E10 Rev7
• Compass Safe Distance - 750mm
• Type Approval Certificate - RINA
• Operating Temperature - -25 to +70°C
• Storage Temperature - -40 to +85°C
• Relative Humidity (RH) - 95% @ 55°C
• Environmental Protection - IP40
• Guarantee - 5 Years

Specifications:

• Cable Length (Feet): N/A
• Data Interface: NMEA 0183