Albatross Control System Installation

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1 Albatross Control System v1.4 Albatross Control System Installation PRELIMINARY Rev.PA1 No part of this document may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of the copyright owner. The contents of this document are subject to revision without notice due to continued progress in methodology, design and manufacturing. EMMI Network SL shall have no liability for any error or damage of any kind resulting from the use of this document. The information provided in this document concerning capacity, suitability and performance shall not be considered commercially binding. Please note that all capacity figures and dimensioning methods are based on EMMI Network s SL own models of how devices behave in a network. The document is intended to be used by professionally trained personnel. It is strongly recommended to involve EMMI Network SL in discussions covering the contents of this document. Any feedback that may help EMMI Network SL improve the documentation and information methods is welcome.

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3 Contents 1 General Purpose Revision history Preparing for installation Introduction NMEA Bus connections Albatross modules Sensors for albatross modules Active NMEA sensors Data processing unit and alba-usb User interfaces Wireless connections Planning the installation Advice on Electromagnetic Compatibility Suppression ferrites Connection to other equipment NMEA Interface (Alba-USB) and Data Processing Unit (Alba-CPU) Alba-USB Alba-CPU Converter modules Sensors Communication system NMEA requirements General requirements Network size Network topology Power supply NMEA 2000 cables Preliminary information Typical systems Example of installation on a motor yacht Example of installation on a sailing ship Installation procedures Introduction Operation sequence Step 1: Wiring the NMEA bus Step 2: Connecting the Alba-CPU Data Processing Unit Step 3: Connecting data visualization screens Step 4: Connecting Albatross and NMEA modules Step 5: Connecting sensors to Albatross modules ALBA-Alternate

4 5.7.2 ALBA-Battery ALBA-Bilge ALBA-Engine ALBA-Fuel ALBA-IN ALBA-Lighting ALBA-Multi ALBA-Propeller ALBA-Out ALBA-Out ALBA-Volume Step 6: Connecting communication modules Step 7: Connecting power supply cables Requirements Ground connection Step 8: Getting albatross ready for use Initial check Initial module configuration Albatross Onboard application configuration

5 1 General 1.1 Purpose The purpose of this document is to serve as a guide to install the Albatross control system hardware, with a special focus on its network integration with the most widespread nautical electronics commercial products. It also includes advice for the installation of Albatross NMEA 2000 interfaces. 1.2 Revision history Revision Date Commentary/Changes PA First version Table 1 Revision history 5

6 2 Preparing for installation 2.1 Introduction This chapter provides information to help you plan the installation of your Albatross system. Please take into account that each installation may need different element combinations, so the following illustrations may not correspond to your particular case. Fig 1: Example of Albatross system installations on a motor yacht or a sailing ship. 6

7 2.1.1 NMEA Bus connections For a proper installation of the system, you will need all the elements that make up the NMEA data bus. Make sure you have enough connection cables of the proper length, two T-connection terminators and the feed cable. Fig 2 Example of several Micro-C connectors and accessories such as terminators or feed cables Albatross modules Albatross modules transform diverse analogue signals into digital ones that can be interpreted by any NMEA compliant display. Fig 3 View of an Albatross module and the Micro-C connector needed to feed it.. 7

8 2.1.3 Sensors for albatross modules In most cases, Albatross modules need sensors to feed them information regarding levels, pressures, flows, temperatures, RPM, etc. Make sure you have the right sensors for each module you are about to install. You will find in-depth information for each module in its manual as well as our webpage which will help you choose the right sensors and Hill guide you through the installation procedure easily... Fig 4 Examples of analogue sensors for fluid levels, pressure and battery current measurement Active NMEA sensors These sensors convert measurements directly into NMEA format, thus allowing direct connection to the bus through a Micro-C cable. Before starting the installation procedure, make sure you have a proper length cable for each of them. Fig 5 Examples of active sensors for tilt a plumb and water temperature speed transducer and a rod sensor to measure fuel levels. 8

9 2.1.5 Data processing unit and alba-usb The Alba- CPU data processing unit and the Alba-USB converter are necessary to use the Albatross Onboard control software. Before beginning installation, make sure you have all necessary wires for the unit s feed connection, and also that every cable you need is the right. The Alba-CPU manual and our webpage, offer in-depth information to help you go through the installation process easily. Fig 6 Central Processing Unit, Alba-CPU, its back connections and a view of the alba-usb converter. 9

10 2.1.6 User interfaces The albatross system allows two kinds of screens to be connected: those that show NMEA information and are connected directly to the bus (Raymarine, Marearon, Lowrance, Simrad, etc), and touch screens that allow the user to interact with the Albatross Onboard control software when connected to the Alba- CPU. It is also possible to use laptop PCs to connect to the Alba CPU via WiFi. Fig 7 Example of data display screens Wireless connections If you wish to send information (such as alarms, environmental parameters, etc.) outside the vessel, or use a laptop PC to visualize information anywhere onboard, you will need one of the following elements: Alba-com, wifi router, and Inmarsat D+ or C transmitters. Fig 8 Examples of several wireless communication channels available for the Albatross system 10

11 3 Planning the installation 3.1 Advice on Electromagnetic Compatibility All Emmi Network equipment and provided accessories are manufactured to the highest industry standards. However, correct installation is necessary to ensure its faultless functioning. The present section will provide you with a description of the optimum conditions to ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility among all devices. For optimum system performance, it is advisable that the advice below be followed. All connected NMEA cables: Must be at least a metre away from all radio signal-emitting equipment, such as VHF radio equipment, cables and antennae. If using an SSB radio, the proper distance increases to 2 metres. Must be at lest two metres away from the radar antenna. The whole NMEA network and all equipment connected to it should feed from a different battery than the one feeding the motor. Voltage values below 10V may make the system unstable, and switch-on transitories may cause the system to reboot accidentally. Always use the cables specified by Emmi Network. If a cable has a ferrite suppressor joined up, the suppressor must never be eliminated. If you need to take it off during the installation process, put it back in the same position once installation is complete. 11

12 3.1.1 Suppression ferrites The illustration below shows a cross-section of the typical cable supplied by Emmi. Always use Emmi-supplied ferrites. Fig 9 Examples of magnetic suppression ferrites Connection to other equipment If you need to connect your Albatross system to other equipment using cables other than those supplied by Emmi, use suppression ferrites closer to the Albatross end of such cable. 12

13 3.2 NMEA Interface (Alba-USB) and Data Processing Unit (Alba-CPU) Alba-USB The Alba-USB device is a key element in the Albatross installation, as all activation licenses for the Albatross Onboard software are associated to its serial number. On the other hand, the device is used throughout the calibration processes of all Albatross modules and the configuration of the onboard software. Fig 10 Alba-USB with both connection types, The USB being used to connect it to the Alba-CPU, and the Micro-C connection to the bus. Make sure you have the following cables: A USB cable of appropriate length. Available lengths range from 1.5 to 10 metres. Fig 11 Standard USB cable. A Micro-C cable of appropriate length. Lengths range from 0,5 to 10 metres. Fig 12 Micro-C cable with male and female connectors 13

14 3.2.2 Alba-CPU The user can choose to feed the Central Data Processing Unit on 220V power using the supplied transformer, or directly from the vessel s batteries, at either 12V or 24V. Alba-CPU can also be connected to Alba-USB through any of the four ports available on the back of the unit. Fig 13 Alba-CPU Central Processing Unit WARNING The Central Processing Unit is not water proof, and should therefore be installed somewhere dry and watertight. The CPU must be placed somewhere watertight in the vessel, following the instructions below: 1. Somewhere protected from physical harm 2. At least 50 cm from radio equipment 3. Somewhere easily accessible for installation and service. 14

15 3.2.3 Converter modules Albatross modules transform analogue data from the sensors to NMEA 2000 digital format to be showed locally or remotely. Fig 14 Albatross Module Albatross converter modules are not watertight, and so should be installed somewhere dry. Fig 15 Connection example of Albatross modules to the main NMEA network through Micro-C cables 15

16 Please refer to the annexes for specific information on each module Sensors Each Albatross module requires specific sensors to work. Depending on the measuring scale and the module in use, these sensors may be resistive, inductive, pressure, contact or magnetic ones. Fig 16 Connection example of an alba-battery module to battery terminals and a 100A current sensor (shunt) It is advised to use the cables supplied with each sensor to connect it to an Albatross module. If the supplied cables can t be used, please refer to the module s instructions. For further details, please refer to the annexes for specific information on each module. 16

17 3.2.5 Communication system The Albatross system can run on two basic configurations. One is using Alba-Com as monitoring element and data storage. Alba-Com can communicate alarms or data outside the ship through Inmarsat satellite and GPRS, and measurements can be viewed through the Internet.. Fig 17 Connection example of an Alba-com to a communication system through Inmarsat C satellite, GPRS and WiFi output. Alba-com can also be connected to the Alba-CPU unit, using the onboard software as communication terminal, sending SMS and anywhere in the world. Fig 18 Connection example of Alba-Com to Alba-CPU 17

18 3.2.6 NMEA requirements General requirements The NMEA 2000 s 12V feed must be protected by a 5A fuse or a circuit breaker. For the proper functioning of the NMEA 2000 network, the 120Ohm Alba- Terminator (Alba-FIN) must be connected. If new albatross modules are connected to an existing NMEA 2000 network, the Alba-Terminators must not be connected, nor should any current feed to the NMEA 2000 network be provided through the new modules. Make sure no connector in the NMEA 2000 is left free (unconnected), as this may pose the risk of short circuiting the network, and may damage it or even the ship itself. To keep the NMEA 2000 network s performance up, the backbone network s total cable length shouldn t exceed 200 metres. The cable s braid must be grounded at a single point, normally the ship s ground at the NMEA 2000 network s power supply point. 200 metre (maximum length of the backbone network) Power supply point N metres 6 metres (maximum branch length) + 12 V Negative Ground 6 - N metres 6 - N metres Fig 19 Maximum length diagram Fig 18 Connection example of Alba-Com to Alba-CPU 18

19 Network size Maximum of 50 connections to physical nodes Maximum of 252 instances to logical nodes Backbone network less than 200 metres. (at 250 K Bits / s ) Secondary networks no longer than 6 metres Network topology The illustration below shows an example of an NMEA network where power supply comes from one end of the network, as it can be connected anywhere in it. Remember that the maximum length of the backbone network shouldn t exceed 200 metres of shielded cable and 100 metres of weakly-shielded cable. In some cases, devices connected to the NMEA 2000 network may have their own power supply, which must be internally isolated from that of the network. Devices receiving power directly from the network shouldn t consume more than 1.0 amperes. Albatross module supplied from the NMEA network Resistive terminator 200 metres (maximum backbone network length) Resistive terminator + 12 V Negative Micro-C T-connector Power supply cable. < 3 % tension drop Network branches (max. length: 6 metres) Ground Fig 20 NMEA 2000 network topology example 19

20 Power supply The Albatross system requires a 12V power supply of direct current, connected in any of the following ways: From a power supply (most commonly, service batteries), through the Alba- EPs feed cable Through a Micro-C cable from the NMEA 2000 bus - NET-C ( Black) + White Blue - + NET-S (Red) + Brown Black - Ground Fig 21 Micro-C cable connection diagram Ground Fig 22 Alba-EPs connection diagram Protection from short circuits and overloads The system s power supply must be protected by a 5A fuse or a circuit breaker. 5 A Fuse + NET-S (Red) - NET-C (Black) Ground Fig 23 Battery connection example through Micro-C cable and T-connector 20

21 NMEA 2000 cables Albatross uses Micro-C 5-pin connections to connect to the NMEA 2000 bus. The user will need to connect the Albatross interfaces to the NMEA bus using a cable of appropriate length from the module to a T-connector in the backbone network. Make sure the cable is firmly connected and the connector s collar is screwed tight. Figure 24 Male connector Figure 15 Female connector Pin 1: Pin 2: Pin 3: Pin 4: Pin 5: Protective Braid NET-S. (Positive feed, +V) NET-C. (Common feed, -V) NET-H. (CAN-H) NET-L. (CAN-L) Table2. Micro-C Connectors Data: Blue : NET-H (CAN-H) White: NET-L.(CAN-L) Feed: Red : NET-S. Positive feed, +V Black: NET-C. Common Feed, -V External protective braiding Fig 26 Inside view of a Micro-C cable 21

22 Preliminary information Check the table below before you start connecting wires to determine what kind of wiring is needed for each element in the system. Element ALBA-CPU. Central Processing Unit Cable type Ethernet and USB Alba-Com Ethernet Alba-USB NMEA 2000 and USB Albatross modules NMEA 2000 and electric cables to the sensors Active sensors Micro- C cables NMEA bus connectors Micro C cables, T connectors, terminators and Multi-taps It is strongly advised to take some time determining the best position for each sensor, Albatross module and other elements in the system. A careful study of the best location for each of these elements will result in better system performance, and price and time optimization. 22

23 4 Typical systems The installation of each Albatross system will vary depending on the ship s type and characteristics. The following pages will show you some typical installations to help you plan your own. 4.1 Example of installation on a motor yacht. Fig 27 Example of NMEA network installation on a motor ship with two bridges. Fig 28 Example of the NMEA 2000 network and device power supply for a motor ship with two bridges 23

24 As shown in the figure below, it is advised for the main NMEA network to be configured so that each sensor and device can be connected to it via secondary networks less than 6 metres long. Terminator Terminator Network branch Backbone network Fig 29 Profile diagram of an NMEA network on a motor yacht with instruments in fly bridge. 24

25 4.2 Example of installation on a sailing ship Fig 30 Example of NMEA network installation on a sailing ship with instruments on chart table and cockpit. Fig 31 Example of the NMEA network and device power supply diagram on a sailing ship with instruments on chart table and cockpit. 25

26 As shown in the figure below, it is strongly advised to make the installation as shown in it, establishing the backbone network from the top of the mast by connecting the corresponding terminator. Terminator Backbone network Terminator Fig 32 Profile diagram of a sailing ship with NMEA sensors on top of the mast 26

27 5 Installation procedures 5.1 Introduction WARNING Make sure all electric supply and devices connected to the NMEA 2000 bus are turned off before you start installing this product. Important: Make sure you have read and understood all the information provided in Section 3, Planning the installation before starting any installation process 5.2 Operation sequence All procedures for a typical installation are described in the following sequence: Step 1: Wiring the NMEA 2000 bus Step 2: Connecting the Data Processing Unit Step 3: Connecting data visualization screens Step 4: Connecting Albatross and NMEA 2000 modules Step 5: Connecting sensors to Albatross modules Step 6: Connecting communication modules Step 7: Connecting power supply cables Step 8: Getting Albatross ready for use 27

28 5.3 Step 1: Wiring the NMEA bus The first step in installing the NMEA bus is to define the backbone network. Following the directions from the previous section, try to spread the backbone network so it allows sensor and device connection with minimum cable length. To configure the main network, you will need two terminators, cables with malefemale connectors, T- or multitap connectors, and defining a power supply connection. Terminator Extension cable T-connector Extension cable Multi-TAP Power connection Fig 33Example of an NMEA backbone network Terminator Make sure the two terminators are at the ends of the backbone network, and locate the power connection somewhere near the electrical panel to avoid line tension goes over 3%. 28

29 5.4 Step 2: Connecting the Alba-CPU Data Processing Unit The following step is connecting the Alba-USB to the network via a Micro-C cable, and to the Alba-CPU with a USB cable. Fig 34 Connecting the Alba-CPU and Alba-USB to the network The Alba-CPU is the main computer that stores all monitoring information from the Albatross control modules. This computer allows running the ALBATROSS CONTROL SYSTEM monitoring software to visualize and control every element onboard through a screen, which can be connected to either the analogue or digital output (VGA or DVI). 29

30 5.5 Step 3: Connecting data visualization screens Now we ll connect the data visualization screens. If the screen allows a direct connection to the bus, you can use one of the cables supplied by Emmi or the screen s manufacturer to connect it to any of the T- connectors. If you wish to connect a touch screen to the Alba-CPU, you ll need to connect the video signal to the RGB output and through a USB cable to any of the available ports. Fig 35 Data screen connection to the network and to the Alba-CPU Manufacturer Cable Supplied by Raymarine Seatalk Micro C EMMI Lowrance Lowrance - Micro C EMMI Simrad Simrad - Micro C Simrad Garmin Micro C EMMI For further information, and to obtain commercial reference, please refer to the connection diagram for each manufacturer in the annex, or visit our webpage, 30

31 5.6 Step 4: Connecting Albatross and NMEA modules The next step in our installation is to connect all the Albatross modules and NMEA active sensors in the system with cables of appropriate length. Check that no cable is longer than 6 metres, as these are branches off the main network. Fig 36 Connection of the albatross modules and active sensors to the bus. Module Alba-Alternate Alba-Bilge Alba-Battery Alba-Engine Alba-Fuel Alba-IN Alba-Lighting Alba-Multi Alba-Propeller Alba-Out4 Alba-Out8 Alba-Volume3 Description Shore power connection, generators and inverters monitoring Monitoring of two bilges Battery monitoring Motor monitoring Fuel flow monitoring Monitors the state of the 8 digital inputs for domotics and remote control Navigation lights monitoring and failure notice Monitors levels, pressures or temperatures Monitors propeller RPM and stern tube and exhaust temperature Digital control of 4 activators (relays) for domotics and remote control applications Digital control of 8 activators (relays) for domotics and remote control applications Tank level monitoring 31

32 5.7 Step 5: Connecting sensors to Albatross modules We will now connect the necessary analogue sensors to our Albatross modules. Fig 37 Connection of the sensors to the Albatross modules. Module Description Sensors Alba-Alternate Shore power connection, generators and Alba-SAC100/03. inverters monitoring Alba-Bilge Monitoring of two bilges Alba-Battery Battery monitoring Alba-SDC100/03, Alba-SDC250/03, Alba-SDC500/03. Alba-Engine Motor monitoring Alba-Fuel Fuel flow monitoring Alba-Flowmeter. Alba-IN Monitors the state of the 8 digital inputs for domotics and remote control Alba-Lighting Navigation lights monitoring and failure notice Alba-Multi Monitors levels, pressures or temperatures Alba-Propeller Monitors propeller RPM and stern tube and Alba-STK01/03. exhaust temperature Alba-Out4 Digital control of 4 activators (relays) for domotics and remote control applications Alba-Out8 Digital control of 8 activators (relays) for domotics and remote control applications Alba-Volume3 Tank level monitoring Alba-SP250/03. We will summarize the connection diagrams for all modules available below. For further information, please refer to each module s specific handbook. 32

33 5.7.1 ALBA-Alternate This module monitors tension, intensity and frequency of power from shore power connections, generators and inverters, translating measurements into the NMEA 2000 communication protocol. Measurements are taken by a proprietary tension and current sensor specifically designed for this application. Reference for such sensor is: Alba- SAC100/03. CONNECTIONS 1 V AC (3) 2 V AC (4) 3 A AC (1) 4 A AC (2) 230 V AC charges 230 V AC input Fig 38 Alba-alternate connections to the Alba-SAC100/03 Please refer to the specific module manual for in-depth information, or else visit our webpage, 33

34 5.7.2 ALBA-Battery Alba-Battery monitors tension, charge and discharge current and temperature for several battery banks. Connection of the shunt needed to measure current can be made either on positive or negative. The shunt s work mode and size is chosen during installation. References for shunts are: Alba-SDC100/03, Alba-SDC250/03, Alba- SDC500/03. Battery temperature measurements are made by a PTC1000 sensor intended to be screwed on the battery s terminal. The reference for this temperature sensor is: Alba-ST1000/03. CONNECTIONS 1 PTC Sensor 2 PTC Sensor 3 Shunt (battery) 4 Shunt (negative bar) 7- Positive (fuse) Negative bar 2ª fuse Shunt PTC Sensor for battery temperature (no polarity) Fig 39 Alba-battery connections to the Alba- SDC100/03 and ST1000/03 Temperature sensor Please refer to the specific module manual for in-depth information, or else visit our webpage, 34

35 5.7.3 ALBA-Bilge Alba-Bilge monitors pump input tension and liquid level by means of an ON/OFF or resistive sensor for two bilges. Signals from this module can be combined with those from the Alba-out using the Albatross Onboard software, being able to activate a second pump if the liquid goes beyond a given maximum level. CONNECTIONS 1 Bilge 1 level 2 Bilge 1 level 3 (+) Bilge 1 pump 4 (-) Bilge 1 pump 5 Bilge 2 level 6 Bilge 2 level 7 (+) Bilge 2 pump 8 (-) Bilge 2 pump Fig 40 Alba-bilge connections Please refer to the specific module manual for in-depth information, or else visit our webpage, 35

36 5.7.4 ALBA-Engine Alba-Engine monitors RPM, oil and turbo pressure, cooling agent and oil temperature and alternator tension. RPM are either measured through the W signal of the alternator or impulses from a magnetic sensor. Pressure and temperature readings are made by standard resistive sensors. Tension is read directly from the alternator s connection. 1- NEGATIVE 2- W SIGNAL/ SENSOR 3- NEGATIVE 4- RESISTIVE SENSOR 5- NEGATIVE 6- RESISTIVE SENSOR 7- NEGATIVE 8- RESISITIVE SENSOR 9- NEGATIVE 10- RESISITIVE SENSOR 11- NEGATIVE 12- ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE MEASURE Fig 41 Alba-Engine connections Please refer to the specific module manual for in-depth information, or else visit our webpage, 36

37 5.7.5 ALBA-Fuel Alba-Fuel monitors fuel consumption through two impulse generator-type sensors. Up to two petrol motors can be monitored at the same time. With diesel motors, a sensor monitors consumption while the other controls fuel backflow for the same motor. Sensor reference: Alba-Flowmeter. CONNECTIONS 1 EXC (+) 2 INP (A) 3 COM (-) 4 EXC (+) 5 INP (A) 6 COM (-) Fig 42 Alba-Fuel connection to two Alba-Flowmeter sensors Please refer to the specific module manual for in-depth information, or else visit our webpage, 37

38 5.7.6 ALBA-IN Alba-In monitors up to 8 ON/OFF inputs or switches. Mounting can be made for volt-free contacts (wicket sensors, etc.) or switches feeding the circuit they are to control with battery tension. Some types of mounting can be made at the same time. CONNECTIONS 1 Input 1 2 Input 2 3 Input 3 4 Input 4 5 Input 5 6 Input Input Input 8 9 Exc. internal 10 Common negative terminal.. Fig 43 Alba-IN connections Please refer to the specific module manual for in-depth information, or else visit our webpage, 38

39 5.7.7 ALBA-Lighting Alba-Lighting monitors navigation lights (port, starboard and stern) as well as anchor and motor power lights. The module has 5 inputs for 5 lights return, and 3 more inputs to detect the state of 3 light switches. CONNECTIONS 1 Stern light 2 Port light 3 Starboard light 4 Anchor light 5 Navigation light 6 Navigation lights switch 7 Anchor Light switch 8 Navigation Light switch 9 Lamps return (-) Fig 44 Alba-Lighting connections Please refer to the specific module manual for in-depth information, or else visit our webpage, 39

40 5.7.8 ALBA-Multi Alba-Multi monitors 4 independent inputs for either levels, pressures or temperatures through resistive sensors. CONNECTIONS 3 Negative 4 Resistive sensor 5 Negative 6 Resistive sensor 7 Negative 8 Resistive sensor 9 Negative 10 Resisitive sensor Fig 45 Alba-Multi connections Please refer to the specific module manual for in-depth information, or else visit our webpage, 40

41 5.7.9 ALBA-Propeller Alba-Propeller monitors propeller speed and direction, as well as stern tube and exhaust temperature. Two inductive sensors and a metal piece mounted as shown in the picture are used to monitor helix speed and direction. Stern tube and exhaust temperature is made by two thermocouple Y-type sensors, located at the place where they are supposed to measure. Reference for the thermocouples is: Alba-STK01/03. CONNECTIONS SENSOR (A) 1 EXC (+) 2 INP (A) 3 COM (-) SENSOR (B) 4 EXC (+) 5 INP (A) 6 COM (-) THERMOCOUPLE (1) 7 TC (+) RED 8 TC (-) GREEN THERMOCOUPLE (2) 9 TC (+) RED 10 TC (-) GREEN Fig 46 Alba-Propeller connections Please refer to the specific module manual for in-depth information, or else visit our webpage, 41

42 ALBA-Out4 Alba-Out4 controls up to 4 switches translating NMEA 2000 network information to on/off instructions. Each output is completely independent from the rest, so alternate and direct current charges can be loaded without affecting the module s proper functioning. CONNECTIONS 1 Switch 1 2 Switch 1 3 Switch 2 4 Switch 2 5 Switch 3 6 Switch Switch Switch 4 Fig 47 Alba-out4 connections Please refer to the specific module manual for in-depth information, or else visit our webpage, 42

43 ALBA-Out8 Alba-Out8 controls up to 8 switches translating NMEA 2000 network information to on/off instructions. CONNECTIONS 1 Switch 1 2 Switch 2 3 Switch 3 4 Switch 4 5 Switch 5 6 Switch Switch Switch 8 9 Common switch Fig 48 Alba-out8 connections Please refer to the specific module manual for in-depth information, or else visit our webpage, 43

44 ALBA-Volume 3 Alba-Volume 3 monitors the volume in up to 3 tanks through pressure sensors, translating measurements into the NMEA 2000 communication protocol. Measurements are taken by a proprietary pressure sensor. The reference for this sensor is: Alba-SP250/03. Fig 49 Alba-volume3 connections and figure showing the installation of an Alba-SP250/03 sensor on the tank s output 44

45 5.8 Step 6: Connecting communication modules We will now connect the Alba-Com communication modules and all our transmitting and receiving devices. Fig 50 Connection to communication modules Module Alba-Comm Skywave SM BHG Description Communication module (link from the ship to mainland through communication systems) DMR-200 INMARSAT D+ receiver with connector on the underside For further information, please refer to the connection diagrams for each manufacturer in the annex or visit our webpage, 45

46 5.9 Step 7: Connecting power supply cables We must now connect all the feed cables to the devices. Fig 51 Power supply connection We show you the table below to help you in the process of calculating the proper section of all cables used: 46

47 5.9.1 Requirements The Albatross system requires a direct current power supply of 12V connected in any of the following ways: From a power supply (most commonly, service batteries), through the Alba- EPs feed cable Through a Micro-C cable from the NMEA 2000 bus - NET-C ( Black) + NET-S (Red) + White + Brown Blue - Black - Ground Ground Fig 53 Micro-C cable connection diagram Fig 54 Alba-EPs connection diagram Ground connection The system s power supply must be protected by a 5A fuse or circuit breaker, and the ground cable connected to a REGLETA DE MASAS. 5ª fuse + NET-S (Red) - NET-C (Black) Masa Fig 55 Example of battery connection through Micro-C cable and T-connector 47

48 5.10 Step 8: Getting albatross ready for use Initial check It is important for the Alba-USB module to be correctly installed before running the InstallTool application. Section 4 shows detailed step-by-step instructions for the complete installation of this device. Fig 56 Example of InstallTool- equipped PC connected to the NMEA bus Once the alba-usb is correctly installed and the PC is connected to the bus as shown above, we can proceed to run the InstallTool configuration program. The NMEA 2000 device configuration screen will show all detected NMEA 2000 detected. If the NMEA2000 bus onboard has albatross modules, they ll need to be configured, and their connected sensors calibrated. Fig 57 Example of the InstallTool configuration program initial screen 48

49 Initial module configuration If you click on any of the devices in the list, you can check their NMEA address and configuration data (if any) on the lower part of the screen. You ll notice Albatross modules appear as Configuration pending on the list. Those that require no configuration (such as NMEA 2000 devices from other manufacturers) will appear as Non-configurable. For the application to work properly, each and every Albatross module detected needs to be configured. Fig 58 Example of a module configuration screen The configuration process varies depending on the nature and function of the given Albatross module. Section 4 summarizes the configuration process for each of them, and an indepth description of the process is in each module s specific manuals. 49

50 Fig 59 Example of module-specific calibration screen 50

51 Albatross Onboard application configuration Finally, once all modules have been configured, and if the Albatross Onboard software is installed, you ll need to configure the application s looks. Albatross presents monitoring information organized as data pages, which are screens presenting several gauges and/or switches. Fig 60 Onboard software screen example To reach these pages, use the lower menu, which is organized in sections. The menu button may be considered a data page when it shows a given group of gauges. A lower menu button may be considered a section when it shows a new set of options on pushing it. Fig 60 and 3.61 Onboard software configuration screens examples The installer may choose to group gauges into pages following diverse criteria. Pages focused on a specific aspect of the ship (motor, batteries ) may be created, or either go for pages with combined types of data from several elements that need being represented often. You ll find detailed information on this process in section 4. 51