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Maretron SSC300, User Manual

The Maretron SSC300 is a high-precision solid-state compass that provides accurate heading data for marine navigation. Ensure optimal performance by referring to the User Manual for setup and calibration instructions. Download the manual for free at manualshive.com and take full advantage of this essential navigation tool.

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SSC300 

Solid State Rate/Gyro Compass 

 

User’s Manual 

 
 
 

Revision 1.0 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Copyright © 2015 Maretron, LLP All Rights Reserved 

 

Maretron, LLP 

9014 N. 23

rd

 Ave #10 

Phoenix, AZ 85021-7850 

http://www.maretron.com 

 
 

Maretron Manual Part #: M003069

 

 

Summary of Contents for SSC300

Page 1: ...i SSC300 Solid State Rate Gyro Compass User s Manual Revision 1 0 Copyright 2015 Maretron LLP All Rights Reserved Maretron LLP 9014 N 23rd Ave 10 Phoenix AZ 85021 7850 http www maretron com Maretron M...

Page 2: ...SSC300 User s Manual Page ii Revision 1 0 Revision History Revision Description 1 0 Original document...

Page 3: ...fset Correction 11 3 2 2 Manual Installation Offset Correction 11 3 3 Magnetic Deviation Calibration 11 3 3 1 Maretron Display Initiated Deviation Calibration 12 3 3 2 Automatic Power Up Deviation Cal...

Page 4: ...83 Connector Face Views 8 Figure 7 NMEA 0183 Cable Wire Color Coding 8 Figure 8 SSC300 with NMEA 0183 Connection Only 9 Figure 9 Troubleshooting Guide 18 Figure 10 Horizontal Mounting Surface Template...

Page 5: ...rface standard It connects directly with any NMEA 2000 network and with the optional NMEA 0183 cable accessory with NMEA 0183 listeners to share information with navigational software chart plotters a...

Page 6: ...Choose a Mounting Location Section 2 2 3 Mount the SSC300 Compass Section 2 3 4 Connect the SSC300 Compass Section 2 4 5 Calibrate the SSC300 Compass for Magnetic Deviation Section 3 2 6 Calibrate the...

Page 7: ...tic fields The earth s lines of magnetic flux tend to become distorted in the vicinity of magnetic field sources which can potentially cause errors in the compass s indicated heading The magnetic fiel...

Page 8: ...done using a Maretron DSM150 display DSM250 display or Maretron N2KAnalyzer software please refer to the appropriate user s manual for details or through a command sent to the SSC300 via the NMEA 018...

Page 9: ...vertical surface so that the side of the compass with the connectors is facing the bow of the boat however the SSC300 may be mounted to the astern side of a vertical surface so that the side of the c...

Page 10: ...face through a five pin male connector Figure 4 You connect the SSC300 to an NMEA 2000 network using a Maretron NMEA 2000 cable or compatible cable by connecting the female end of the cable to the SSC...

Page 11: ...Revision 1 0 Page 7 Figure 4 NMEA 2000 Power Connector Face Views Figure 5 SSC300 with NMEA 2000 Connection Only...

Page 12: ...staller should contact the manufacturer of the equipment to which the SSC300 is being connected for information on how to properly connect the device to the SSC300 The individual wires found within th...

Page 13: ...ector Figure 8 SSC300 with NMEA 0183 Connection Only 2 4 2 2 Supported NMEA 0183 Baud Rates The SSC300 compass supports NMEA0183 communication at both 4800 baud and 38400 baud All SSC300 Compasses are...

Page 14: ...allation offset correction Section 3 4 These procedures should be carried out after the initial compass installation and again at any time that the magnetic environment of the vessel has changed signi...

Page 15: ...st the roll angle of the SSC300 by adding small washers or spacers between the mounting bracket holes and mounting surface until the display reads zero for the roll angle skip this step if you are not...

Page 16: ...ee Appendix B These direct access methods also provide an indication of a successful deviation calibration or an indication of an unsuccessful deviation calibration and the corresponding reason for th...

Page 17: ...oll by calibrating on calm flat water 3 4 Installation Offset Correction Second Time After installation and successful magnetic deviation calibration it is important to repeat installation offset corr...

Page 18: ...rface if HDG is enabled see Appendix A for enabling or disabling NMEA 0183 sentences 2 Transmit the Heading True HDT sentence using variation data from the RMC or VTG sentence over the NMEA 0183 inter...

Page 19: ...r which is Manual Entry WARNING Magnetic variation changes as your position on the earth changes therefore the variation should be adjusted with changes in position The SSC300 will not automatically a...

Page 20: ...ne of two possible procedures 1 Using a Maretron Display Section 5 1 2 Through the NMEA 0183 Interface Section 5 2 5 1 Rate of Turn Damping Period Selection with Maretron Display You can program the S...

Page 21: ...corrode the compass enclosure or seals Do not use any cleaners containing acetone as they will deteriorate the plastic enclosure Ensure that the unit is mounted securely and cannot be moved relative t...

Page 22: ...t can calculate true heading from the magnetic heading Inaccurate heading output Ensure the SSC300 is still mounted securely Ensure the SSC300 is still in a clean magnetic environment and that no powe...

Page 23: ...o 35 C Rate of Turn Update Rate 10 per Second Adjustable up to 40 per Second NMEA 0183 Standard Compatible Up to 38 400 Baud 40 Hz Update Rate Certifications Parameter Comment NMEA 2000 Standard Level...

Page 24: ...Energy Rated per SAE J1113 Mechanical Parameter Value Comment Size 4 46 x 3 23 x 2 14 113mm x 82mm x 54 mm Including Mounting Flanges Weight 7 oz 198 g Including Mounting Bracket Mounting Deck or Bul...

Page 25: ...port for Maretron products you can reach us in one of the following ways Telephone 1 866 550 9100 Fax 1 602 861 1777 E mail support maretron com World Wide Web http www maretron com Mail Maretron LLP...

Page 26: ...check the dimensions before using the following diagrams as templates for drilling the mounting holes because the printing process may have distorted the dimensions Figure 10 Horizontal Mounting Surf...

Page 27: ...RETRON BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF USE LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR SAVINGS OR ANY OTHER LOSS INCURRED BECAUSE OF INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE IN NO EVENT SHALL...

Page 28: ...SSC300 User s Manual Page 24 Revision 1 0 This page intentionally left blank...

Page 29: ...etic heading sensor including deviation in tenths of degrees B This field always contains an M indicating magnetic heading HDT Heading True The SSC300 does not normally transmit this sentence However...

Page 30: ...re the SSC300 is unable to reliably develop deviation data If the SSC300 senses the vessel turning to quickly it will issue this message and restart deviation calibration as long as it has not failed...

Page 31: ...g technique referred to as Variation Lifetime where variation data is output in the HDG and HDT sentences for a period of 5 seconds after the VTG sentence is received The Variation Lifetime can be re...

Page 32: ...ng operations currently in progress PMAREXE SSC300 50 CR LF Will cause the SSC300 to retransmit the last deviation calibration status message PMARSETPX Maretron Proprietary Set Period Sentence The SSC...

Page 33: ...ntence or parameter to be programmed see following table B Integer where 0 disables sentence and positive numbers are multipliers of 1ms i e programmed integer of 2 would mean a 200ms transmission int...

Page 34: ...etron proprietary NMEA0183 sentence to the SSC300 PMAREXE SSC300 FD 1 CR LF 7 Proceed to Installation Offset Correction SSC300 NMEA 0183 Installation Offset Correction Installation offset correction c...

Page 35: ...he value 0x7FFF data not available See PGN 127258 for information regarding the SSC300 and its ability to transmit magnetic variation 5 Heading Sensor Reference The SSC300 transmits a 1 in this field...

Page 36: ...mes 2 Variation Source This field always contains a value of 0x00 manual entry 3 Reserved This field is reserved by NMEA therefore the SSC300 sets all bits to a logic 1 4 Age of Service This field alw...

Page 37: ...Movement During calibration the vessel must not jerk or reverse directions where the SSC300 is unable to reliably develop deviation data If the SSC300 senses an invalid movement it will issue this me...

Page 38: ...ld s value to 0x1B2 which is the NMEA 2000 product code for the SSC300 10 Number of Third Commanded Parameter 8 bits set this field s value to 0x03 11 Software Code 16 bits set this field s value to 0...

Page 39: ...Maretron proprietary NMEA 2000 PGNs a PGN 126270 Maretron Proprietary Slave Response Deviation Calibration Successfully Completed This indicates successful completion of the deviation calibration pro...

Page 40: ...SSC300 User s Manual Page B6 Appendix B NMEA 2000 Interfacing Revision 1 0 This page intentionally left blank...

Page 41: ...round pin GND pin 5 of the RS 232 port b Connect TXA gray to the Receive Data pin RXD pin 2 of the RS 232 port c Connect RXA blue to the Transmit Data pin TXD pin 3 of the RS 232 port Ensure that the...

Page 42: ...SSC300 User s Manual Page C2 Appendix C Connecting to a PC Via NMEA 0183 Revision 1 0 This page intentionally left blank...

Page 43: ...ease note the following cable connections on the SSC300 GPS Connection SSC300 Connection TXA TX Blue Wire RXA RX TXB TX White wire RXB RX 3 The SSC300 should now be transmitting true heading data Exam...

Page 44: ...to program the SSC300 with 18 0 easterly magnetic variation as might be seen in Seattle WA USA type the sentence PMAREXE SSC300 5D 0 18 0 To program the SSC300 with 5 5 westerly magnetic variation as...

Page 45: ...rammed with the local magnetic variation Please see Maretron Application Note 2 Configuring the SSC300 to transmit True Heading Data Instructions 1 Connect the SSC300 to the PC s serial port and obtai...

Page 46: ...SSC300 User s Manual Page E2 Appendix E Transmitting the HDT Sentence Revision 1 0 This page intentionally left blank...

Page 47: ...tions 1 Connect the SSC300 to the PC s serial port and obtain the cmd prompt per the instructions in Appendix C 2 Type the following sentence PMAREXE SSC300 DF Where is replaced by the two character i...

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