to power even if your only NMEA 2000 device is the GPS module and it is connected to the display unit's Network socket. (However, never connect multiple power sources to a NMEA 2000 network. If you have a network that is already powered, see diagram B on page 33.)

Power Diagram B

To unit

 

 

Red wire with

 

 

 

White wire

 

 

Display Unit

(unused)

3-amp fuse

 

 

Power Cable

 

 

All unused Data

 

Black wire

 

or NMEA 2000

 

 

 

power wires

Recommended

 

should be

 

12 volt DC

capped with

power off switch

wire nuts and

 

 

power source

electrical tape

 

 

 

to prevent

 

 

 

shorts.

 

 

 

 

Data Cable

NMEA 2000 Power Cable

 

 

Use this method if you are only powering your display unit and are not powering a NMEA 2000 network or any NMEA 2000 accessory device, including a GPS module. (Fuse may be different from that shown.)

The method in diagram B is also used when your display unit is con- nected to a NMEA 2000 network that is already connected to power. (Never connect multiple power sources to a NMEA 2000 network.)

Powering a NMEA 2000 Network Bus

A NMEA 2000 bus must be connected to a power source to operate. NMEA 2000 devices, including GPS modules, draw their power from the network bus.

If you have a pre-existing NMEA 2000 network installation, it may al- ready be connected to another power source. If you are not sure about a network's power status, consult the boat manufacturer or dealer. If your NMEA 2000 bus is already powered, you can ignore the NMEA 2000 Power cable and use the method shown in Power Diagram B above.

Never attach two power sources to a single NMEA 2000 bus.

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Lowrance electronic LMS-525C DF, LMS-520C manual Power Diagram B, Powering a Nmea 2000 Network Bus