Sensor monitor
Sensor monitor is an I/O software application which interfaces the ECDIS900 system. It is
used to link and manage external devices like GPS, gyro, radars and other navigational
sensors and reference systems. It enables users to manage data from navigational devices
connected via serial, Ethernet or NMEA0183 communication ports. Sensor monitor is
configured during the installation process of the ECDIS900 system. For more information
regarding the configuration of the Sensor monitor, refer to Simrad Maris ECDIS900 System
Installation manual.
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Note:
Sensor monitor is running simultaneously with the ECDIS900 system, do not
attempt to close the application as this will disable all sensor inputs.
Hardware components
ECDIS MK15 display and panel computer
The MK15 display and panel computers are designed by using Glass Display Control™ (GDC)
touch technology to allow adjusting brilliance (brightness) and control power on/off with
the use of illuminated symbols. These symbols are only visible when suitable power is
connected. There is no physical moving knobs, pot meters, wheels or push buttons available
as everything is touch surface controlled by Projected Capacitive technology, that allows a
human finger (including several types of gloves) to control the unit.
ECDIS MK5 computer
MK5 computer is an Intel quad core (Central Processing Unit) CPU with HD graphics. This
standard CPU has a DVD drive, 2 display port connectors, 1 serial port VGA, 2 USB ports, 1 USB
LAN port and 4 (RJ45) LAN ports.
MK5 monitors
The ECDIS900 MK5 system includes various display sizes. The monitors are non-touch
monitors, color calibrated and type approved for ECDIS.
A separate manual is delivered with the monitor. This manual includes installation and
operational instructions.
Trackball
The wireless trackball is used as a pointing device to select ECDIS system menus and dialogs.
Alarm Panel
The Alarm panel is the audio source for the system. The unit gives an audible and a visual
alert for any faults from the system, including power supply failure. Audible alerts are
mandatory for any systems requiring Wheelmark certification.
Chart database
The system is designed for using approved ENC charts in S57 or S63 formats. A world-wide
overview chart is pre-installed in the system. During installation and setup of the system the
required and detailed charts must be installed.
For details about chart installation procedure, refer to
USB DVD drive
The USB DVD drive is used to install chart permits and database.
System components
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