Simrad NSS12, Technical Manual

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CZone setup
In order to communicate with the CZone modules connected to the network, the NSS display
must be assigned a unique CZone Display Dipswitch setting.
The functionality of the CZone system is determined by the CZone Config File (.zcf ), which
is stored on all CZone modules and supported Simrad displays, such as the NSS. The file is
created using the CZone Configuration Tool, a specialised PC application available from BEP
Marine Ltd, and associated CZone distributors.
The NSS system provides a means to load the Config file, as well as apply updates to module
firmware, removing the need to take a laptop computer aboard the vessel.
Enabling CZone functionality
Once CZone is enabled, an addtional CZone menu appears at the bottom of the Settings
page.
Assigning the dipswitch setting
Every Simrad product capable of controlling and viewing CZone devices must be assigned
a virtual dipswitch setting. This setting is unique for each device. Typically it is set after the
config file already exists on the CZone system, but it may also be set in advance. To do so,
access the CZone menu on the Settings page.
When the config is already available on the network, it will immediately commence upload-
ing to the NSS once the dipswitch is set. Allow this to complete, without interruption.
Setting CZone to display at startup
With this option selected, the CZone control page will be shown first, every time the NSS is
powered up.
CZone backlight control
Enabling this will cause the NSS to synchronize it’s backlight setting with that of any CZone
Display Interfaces set up to share backlight settings.
Import and backup a config file
The files page may be used to import CZone config files, or export a copy to a Micro SD card.
Importing will overwright the existing file on the NSS and all connected CZone devices.
For further information refer to “Backing up user data” on page 50
Upgrading module firmware
The files page also allows the loading of CZone module firmware updates. For further infor-
mation refer to ”NMEA 2000 and Ethernet device updates” on page 51