400 Series Installation and Configuration
400 Series Overview
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One RP can monitor and control a maximum of eight DCU
engine units, and there can be an unlimited number of RP
units in the network. Each RP can monitor the same
engine, or it can monitor separate engines.
The RP communicates to the DCU on Ethernet.
Note! For redundant Ethernet connection use
managed
Ethernet switches.
Precautions in Classed Systems
Requirements
In a classed and type approved installation, the following
is required:
The DCU 410 and DCU 408 engine control units
requires:
o
Separate power supplies to its primary and
secondary supply inputs.
o
An engine speed sensor connected to the
DCU. This can be physical, or from the
J1939 CAN bus.
The SDU 410 Safety Unit requires:
o
Minimum one engine speed sensor
connected to the SDU.
o
Must be supplied by an alternative supply to
the DCU 410 primary supply.
Certification
All modules in the 400 Series are certified by major
classification societies.
Certificates can be obtained from the Auto-Maskin
website, or from your local distributor.
