Maretron user manual Introduction, Firmware Revision, 1.2 SIM100 Features, Page

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1 Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Maretron Switch Indicator Module. Maretron has designed and built your SIM100 to the highest standards for years of dependable and accurate service.

Maretron’s Switch Indicator Module monitors switch closure devices including, but not limited to, safety equipment (e.g., heat, smoke, carbon monoxide, explosive vapor detectors), security systems (e.g., motion, vibration, glass break, door and port hole magnetic switches), and vessel monitoring equipment (e.g., valve closed/open, high water bilge). The SIM100 continually monitors these switch closure devices and broadcasts information over the NMEA 2000 network about the switch state so the crew can be alerted to potential conditions or problems that warrant further investigation. Advanced features of the SIM100 include the ability to detect whether or not power has been disconnected from the monitored device or if the signal wires have been disconnected due to either corrosion, tampering, or for any other reason (if the monitored device is so equipped). With the SIM100, you can rest assured that critical sensors are receiving power, signal wires are connected, and all the safety, security and vessel functions are under constant supervision.

The Maretron SIM100 is designed to operate within the harsh demands of the marine environment. However, no piece of marine electronic equipment can function properly unless installed, configured, and maintained in the correct manner. Please read carefully and follow these instructions for installation, configuration, and usage of the Maretron SIM100 in order to ensure optimal performance.

1.1 Firmware Revision

This manual corresponds to SIM100 firmware revision 1.0.0.

1.2 SIM100 Features

The Maretron SIM100 has the following features.

•NMEA 2000® Interface

•Waterproof Connectors

•Sealed Waterproof Enclosure

•Opto-Isolated from NMEA 2000® Eliminating Potential Ground Loops

•Monitors and reports switch status

•Can detect and report problems like opens and shorts in switch circuits

•Compatible with Maretron-Supplied

oHeat Detectors

oSmoke Detectors

oCarbon Monoxide Detectors

oBilge Water Detectors

•Also Compatible With

oMagnetic Switches

oGlass Break Detectors

oDoor, Hatch, and Porthole Magnetic Switches

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