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venus-os:mfd-garmin [2019-12-03 17:23] – [Garmin MFD integration] mvader | venus-os:mfd-garmin [2021-03-15 23:52] – [7. NMEA 2000] mvader | ||
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===== 1. Introduction ===== | ===== 1. Introduction ===== | ||
+ | This document explains how to connect to Garmin MFDs using an Ethernet connection. | ||
The integration technology used is called [[https:// | The integration technology used is called [[https:// | ||
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+ | Make sure to also study the [[https:// | ||
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+ | Note that there is an alternative method to connect, which is NMEA2000. See the [[https:// | ||
===== 2. Compatibility ===== | ===== 2. Compatibility ===== | ||
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* GPSMAP® 722/ | * GPSMAP® 722/ | ||
- | Also, Active Captain is supported. | + | Also, Active Captain is supported. |
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+ | From Victron side, all GX devices (Cerbo GX, CCGX, Venus GX, and so forth) can be used and are compatible. For details on detailed product compatibility with regarding to inverter/ | ||
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* Marine Network Cables - 40ft - PART NUMBER 010-10552-00 | * Marine Network Cables - 40ft - PART NUMBER 010-10552-00 | ||
* Marine Network Cables - 500ft - PART NUMBER 010-10647-01 | * Marine Network Cables - 500ft - PART NUMBER 010-10647-01 | ||
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===== 4. Configuration ===== | ===== 4. Configuration ===== | ||
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==== 4.1. GX device settings ==== | ==== 4.1. GX device settings ==== | ||
- | - Go to Settings -> Services, and there enable MQTT. | + | - Go to //Settings -> Services//, and there enable |
- | - Go to Settings -> System Setup -> Scroll to the bottom -> Battery measurements. And there set up what batteries you want to see on the MFD, and by what name. Make sure to check out [[https:// | + | - Go to //Settings -> System Setup -> Scroll to the bottom -> Marine MFD App configuration// |
- For boats; and other applications with DC loads such as lighting and a Battery Monitor installed, make sure to enable the "Has DC system setting" | - For boats; and other applications with DC loads such as lighting and a Battery Monitor installed, make sure to enable the "Has DC system setting" | ||
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The Garmin MFDs run a DHCP server; and the [[https:// | The Garmin MFDs run a DHCP server; and the [[https:// | ||
- | To connect the GX Device to the internet and the [[https:// | + | To connect the GX Device to the internet and the [[https:// |
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+ | :!: Connecting a Garmin MFD to a network router over Ethernet leads to IP address conflicts, due to the integrated DHCP server. | ||
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+ | :!: It is not possible to use a [[https:// | ||
===== 5. Configuring Multiple Battery Monitors ===== | ===== 5. Configuring Multiple Battery Monitors ===== | ||
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===== 6. Step by Step ===== | ===== 6. Step by Step ===== | ||
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+ | ===== 7. NMEA 2000 ===== | ||
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+ | The MFD can also be connected to the Victron system using NMEA 2000, see the [[ve.can: | ||
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+ | The MFD can be configured easily to display the data from the GX device. There is no need to change any instance.\\ | ||
+ | To setup NMEA 2000 on the MFD, go to //Settings > Communications > NMEA 2000 Setup > Device List//. Here you can view information about the connected products and change their names. Note that the names are stored on the MFD and not on the NMEA 2000 device. | ||
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+ | The following Victron related PGNs are supported: | ||
+ | * 127505 - Fluid level (tanks) | ||
+ | * 127506 - DC Detailed Status; State-of-charge, | ||
+ | * 127508 - Battery Status; Voltage, current | ||
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+ | The supported PGNs may vary per model. Please consult the manual of the MFD for a list of supported PGNs. | ||
venus-os/mfd-garmin.txt · Last modified: 2023-06-22 19:35 by sloges