Kongsberg Simrad ST90, Reference Manual

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Further requirements
On the left side of the
Installation
dialog box, select
Sensor Configuration
. Define the priority
of the datagrams, and set up relevant configuration parameters.
Related topics
Maintenance procedures, page 186
Setting up the interfaces to peripheral devices, page 195
Sensor Installation page, page 565
Setting up the interface for course gyro input
In order to operate correctly, the ST90 system requires input from a course gyro. In most
cases a suitable course gyro is already installed on the vessel. A global positioning system
(GPS) with a compatible output format can also be used. To select which sensors to install,
use the
Sensor Installation
page. The current heading is shown on the top bar if you have
enabled this in the
Display Options
dialog box.
Prerequisites
This procedure assumes that:
• You have a vacant interface port on your Processor Unit.
• You are familiar with NMEA and other relevant datagram formats.
• You know how to set up the parameters for serial and local area network (LAN)
communication.
• The interface port is set up with the correct communication parameters.
• The ST90 system is turned on and operates normally.
• The new sensor is physically connected to the ST90 system using a serial or network
cable. The sensor is turned on and in normal operation.
Neither tools nor instruments are required.
Context
Note
The input from a course gyro is essential for operation. Without the input from a course
gyro, the ST90 system will not be able to present correct navigational information. This lack
of compensation will prevent the system from providing correct echo information.
The
Sensor Installation
page allows your ST90 system to communicate with external sensors
and systems. You must specify which communication port to use (LAN (Local Area
Network) or serial port). You can type a custom name to identify the sensor import. In the
Maintenance procedures