958 INTEGRATED NAVIGATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION MANUAL Part Number GM958IM Revision A1 Northstar Technologies 30 Sudbury Road Acton, Massachusetts 01720 800/628-4487 978/897-6600 www.northstarcmc.com Limited warranty policy Northstar Technologies, Inc. warrants the Northstar 958 to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years. This warranty applies to the original purchaser and to any subsequent owner during the warranty period, which begins on the date of shipment of the unit, F.O.B. Acton, Massachusetts, to an authorized Northstar dealer. Systems may not be returned to Northstar without a Returned Materials Authorization (RMA) number. Call the Northstar dealer or Northstar for instructions. During the unit's warranty period, Northstar will repair or replace, at its option, any part of the unit it finds to be defective due to faulty material(s) or workmanship. All such repairs and/or replacements will be promptly performed by Northstar free-of-charge to the owner, excluding freight costs incurred in shipping to the factory. Return shipments from Northstar to points within the United States are made via ground transportation, freight prepaid. Special shipping charges (overnight, two-day, and so on) are the responsibility of the owner. To be covered by this warranty, the Northstar equipment must have been in normal use. This warranty does not apply to units with defects caused by improper installation, physical damage, abuse, tampering, lightning or other abnormal electrical discharge, or to units with defaced or altered serial numbers, or to units repaired by unauthorized persons or repaired in a manner that violates Northstar's recommended service procedures. All repairs and/or replacements made under this warranty must be performed at Northstar's facilities in Acton, Massachusetts. Performance of warranty work elsewhere will not be authorized, and Northstar will not pay for any charges for such work. Northstar will not be responsible for payment of any charges imposed by a Northstar dealer or other party for services requested by and/or performed for a unit's owner in connection with this warranty. Such services might include removal of the unit from a vessel, inspection, packaging, handling, reinstallation, and the like. Northstar Technologies assumes no responsibility for any consequential losses of any nature with respect to any of its products or services sold, rendered, or delivered. The foregoing is the only warranty expressed or implied. No other warranty exists. Contents SECTION ONE: Introducing the 958 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Checking the 958 package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 SECTION TWO: Installing and wiring the 958 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Bench-testing the 958 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Mounting the 958 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Wiring the 958 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 SECTION THREE: Installing and wiring the 2201 or 2301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Checking the 2201 and 2301 parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Mounting and wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 SECTION FOUR: Installing and wiring the 2701 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Mounting and wiring the 2701 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Installing the AN205-P antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 SECTION FIVE: Checking out the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Turning the 958 on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Installation-test checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 SECTION SIX: Interfacing the 958 system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Wiring the connector pins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Configuring the NMEA output ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Using 200 ppnm output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Configuring the RS-232 port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Connecting the 958 to a remote display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Connecting the 958 to a video camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Connecting two Northstar units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Setting the anchor-watch alarm honk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 SECTION SEVEN: Troubleshooting and servicing the 958 system. . . . . . . . . . . 35 Troubleshooting installation problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Getting technical support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 APPENDIX A: 958 system technical specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 SECTION ONE: Introducing the 958 Checking the 958 package The Northstar 958 is a full-featured color GPS navigation system that you can connect to a wide variety of optional equipment, including the Northstar 490 echo sounder; Northstar radar; and VGA output equipment, such as the Northstar 1201 remote display. Other optional interfaces include any NTSC-compatible video input equipment, such as a video camera, TV, DVD, or VHS, and the optional Northstar 2701 DGPS/WAAS receiver (instead of the 2201 or 2301) for WAAS/GPS/radiobeacon differential. For installation instructions for the Northstar 490 or Northstar radars, see the Northstar 490 Installation Manual (P/N GM491) or the Northstar Radar Installation Manual (P/N GMKRadIM). Table 1: 958 parts list Part name 958 unit flush-mount hardware kit flush-mount gasket 10-foot interface cable 10-foot power cable with 10-amp fuse sunshield warranty registration card Northstar 958 Installation Manual Northstar 958 Flush-Mounting Template Northstar 958 Operator's Manual WAAS/GPS antenna 50-foot data/power cable 10-32 UNF mounting screws (2201-only) washers (2201-only) for deck mounting cable heat shrink 957PK HG366 WA215 WA535-D XP600 GD671 GM958IM GT958 GM958UM 2201 or 2301 958POD-CA HS520 HW500 HM1005 Part number Qty 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 3 1 958 Installation Manual, Rev. A1 Page 1 SECTION ONE: Introducing the 958 Table 1: 958 parts list Part name cable heat shrink 6-pin cable connector for AUX port beacon receiver, including: GPS/DGPS antenna 50-foot AN205-P antenna cable 10-foot pre-finished data/power cable 958 yoke-mount kit remote control and batteries Part number HM509 KS672 2701 (optional) AN205-P WC-256 958BDM-CA 601 YOKE-IK (optional) 958RC (optional) Qty 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Page 2 958 Installation Manual, Rev. A1 SECTION TWO: Installing and wiring the 958 WARNING! Before starting the installation, be sure to turn power off. Further, Northstar highly recommends keeping power off while you're installing the system. If power is left on or turned on during the installation, fire, electrical shock, or other serious injury may occur. Be sure that the voltage of the power supply is compatible with the 958's voltage rating of 10 to 36 volts DC. Connecting to the wrong power supply can cause fire or damage to the equipment. Be sure to ground the equipment to prevent electrical shock and mutual interference. Be sure to use the proper fuse. Using the wrong fuse can cause fire or damage to the 958. Bench-testing the 958 Northstar recommends bench-testing the 958 before installing it onto the vessel. Bench testing ensures that the equipment is fully operational, and lets the 2201/2301 antenna or 2701 beacon receiver collect the current almanac and ephemeris data for the installed location, which results in less on-board installation time. Mounting the 958 CAUTION! Proper installation of the Northstar 958 is critical to accurately receive and effectively use GPS/WAAS signals under a wide variety of weather conditions. Keep the following safe compass distance from the 958: 1.0m standard, 0.8m steering. Choosing the best 958 location Choose the mounting location carefully--before you drill or cut. The display screen is high-contrast and anti-reflective, and is viewable in direct sunlight, but for best results, install the 958 out of direct sunlight. See the figure below for additional mounting recommendations. 958 Installation Manual, Rev. A1 Page 3 SECTION TWO: Installing and wiring the 958 Regardless of the type of mounting, the 958 should be installed in an accessible location (dry) where the operator can easily use the controls and clearly see the display screen. Be sure to leave a direct path for all of the cables. Regardless of the type of mounting, the location should have minimal glare from windows or bright objects. If the 958 is yoke-mounted low, tilt the 958 back for best viewing contrast. Figure 1: Mounting recommendations Page 4 958 Installation Manual, Rev. A1 SECTION TWO: Installing and wiring the 958 Flush-mounting the 958 When flush mounting, leave at least two and a half inches of clearance space behind the mounting panel for all of the cables and connectors. Flush mounting requires good ventilation behind the mounting panel. Poor ventilation will cause the 958 to overheat, which, in turn, may cause the display screen to darken. For overall width and height requirements, see the Northstar 958 Flush-Mounting Template (P/N GT958), which you can use to drill the mounting holes and cut the mounting panel in the exact recommended locations. CAUTION! When flush mounting, be sure to mount the 958 on a flat surface. Mounting on a curved surface can break or distort the plastic and break the waterproof seal. Do not overtighten the mounting screws; you may damage the case and compromise its waterproof seal. This type of physical damage will void the warranty. Yoke-mounting the 958 For the recommended mounting clearances, see Figure 2 and Figure 3 below. 6.1" 1.9" 2.3" 12.4" 2.5 8.2" Figure 2: 958 yoke-mount dimensions (side) 958 Installation Manual, Rev. A1 Page 5 SECTION TWO: Installing and wiring the 958 13.5" 12.4" 11.6" Figure 3: 958 yoke-mount dimensions (front) Wiring the 958 Avoiding cable wiring shortcuts Most installation problems are caused by shortcuts taken with system cables. When wiring the 958, follow the guidelines in Figure 4 and Figure 5 below. DON'T DO THIS! Don't make sharp bends in the cables Don't run cables in a way that allows water to flow down Figure 4: Incorrect cable wiring Page 6 958 Installation Manual, Rev. A1 SECTION TWO: Installing and wiring the 958 . DO THIS! · · · · Do make drip and service loops Do tie-wrap all cables to keep them secure If cables are shortened, lengthened, or re-terminated, do seal and protect all wiring connections Do leave room at the back to service the 958 Figure 5: Correct cable wiring Understanding the interface connectors All of the 958's interface connectors are shown in Figure 6: "Interface connectors (back of 958)," below. The function of these connectors is described in Table 2, below. AUX connector VGA connector Power connector GPS connector NMEA connector VIDEO connector Figure 6: Interface connectors (back of 958) 958 Installation Manual, Rev. A1 Page 7 SECTION TWO: Installing and wiring the 958 TABLE 2: In t e r f a c e c o n n e c t o r f u n c t i o n s Connector name NMEA (NMEA I/O) (18-pin port) Connector function(s) NMEA 1 input/output --------------> NMEA 2 input/output --------------> Honk alarm/200 ppnm ------------> Connects to... NMEA devices: radar, autopilot, etc. Same as NMEA 1 Remote honk alarm (or speed indicator) GPS (Antenna) (7-pin RS232 port) GPS/WAAS input/output - ...