AHD 1200 Embedded PC
Structure and Function
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3 Structure and Function
3.1 General Function
The Embedded PC AHD 1200 is integrated into the vessel’s moni-
toring and control system and adapts device types by external
manufacturers into a Böning ship alarm, monitoring, and control
system. AHD 1200 reads supported protocols (NMEA 0182,
SAE J1939, etc.), processes them (PLC-functionality), and sends
the required information to a redundant CAN bus or for rendering
on ship displays.
In addition to the data taken immediately form the vessel, data
from external video sources can also be transmitted to displays for
viewing. The video sources can be selected with e.g. the Control
Unit for Color Displays and Monitors with Rotary Push Drive AHD-
DRM R and the Control Unit for Color Displays and Monitors with
Trackball AHD-DRM T. Additionally, operating elements for chang-
ing
the displays’ video sources can be set up in the visualization
configuration.
The configuration software AHD-DeviceConfig configures the inte-
gration into the vessel’s system.
Six CAN interfaces with standardized plug connectors are available
for connecting the unit to the ship systems.
Data from external devices, such as a GPS receiver, can be read
via the RS232 interface.
3.2 Mechanical Structure
Designed for wall mounting, the Embedded PC AHD 1200 encom-
passes all the processor-controlled electronics and standardized
interface plug connections in a compact unit. A passive cooling
system eliminates the need for fans and air vents in the housing,
thus achieving a maximum degree of reliability.
The device is mounted with six M4 screws.
All device connections are pluggable and have been led to the de-
vice front, making it possible to install the device quickly and safe-
ly. The device’s frontside protection class is IP 20.
The elimination of mechanically movable components, such as
hard drives, renders the device impact resistant.
Specially developed for use on board of ships, the box is complete-
ly maintenance free.
