Sep 12, 2011
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Maretron recommends using an N2KMeter to properly check NMEA 2000 network health when powered and devices are operational. The N2KMeter can also provide a real-time detection of powered device communication issues such as excessive error frames, bit... Read More
Feb 25, 2015
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Yes, many of Maretron device's data can be displayed on Raymarine Chart-plotters With Seatalk and Seatalk ng functionality. Firstly, Maretron recommends that customers verify device compatibility by reviewing the Maretron product's datasheet... Read More
Apr 5, 2011
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The MCF-2M-D12CAT cable is used to interface a J2K100 to a CAT marine power display. It is recommended that the MCF-2M-D12CAT cable should connect to one of two ports on the CAT display. The ideal connection should be the occupied twelve pin... Read More
Apr 16, 2010
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Every NMEA 2000 network requires a power source, which is usually supplied by a powertap. The powertap is used to energize the 12 volt power and ground wires found within the NMEA 2000 cable.
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Apr 16, 2010
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An NMEA 2000 cable contains five wires: two for 12 VDC power and ground, two for the data pair, and one shield wire.
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Apr 16, 2010
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Manufacturers of NMEA 2000 equipment are required to disclose the amount of current drawn from the NMEA 2000 network. The amount of current used from the network is expressed as a Load Equivalence Number (LEN) where each LEN is equal to 50mA. For... Read More
Apr 8, 2010
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No, Maretron does not make a waterproof USB cable for connection between the USB100 and a computer. However, a waterproof cable can be built using the following parts, which can be ordered from http://www.digikey.com/ : A-KAB-USBB-MS-1M-R A-USBPA-R... Read More
Jun 25, 2012
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The Maretron adapter cable MCF-2M-D12 (J2K100 adapter Micro female to Deutsch 12 Pin 2 Meter Cordset) connects an Onan generator with a power rating of 4-32kW to the J2K100.
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May 15, 2011
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What is RMA?RMA (Return Material Authorization) is required to return any product to Maretron for any reason. An RMA doesn't commit to any specific final action on Maretron's part; it simply starts a process of evaluation. Purposes of evaluation... Read More
Apr 16, 2010
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The maximum allowable current that a device is allowed to draw from the NMEA 2000 network is 1 ampere. Devices requiring more than 1 ampere of current use a separate power supply connection, which is required to be isolated from the NMEA 2000 power... Read More
NMEA 2000 Cables and Connectors