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--- venus-os:mfd-garmin [2020-06-11 17:29] – [4.1. GX device settings] mbosma
+++ venus-os:mfd-garmin [2021-03-15 23:52] – [7. NMEA 2000] mvader
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   * GPSMAP® 722/922/1222 Plus MFD series
-Also, Active Captain is supported. This screenshot shows ActiveCaptain, with the Victron App:
+Also, Active Captain is supported. Below screenshot shows ActiveCaptain, with the Victron App.
+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/chargers and other components, see the [[https://www.victronenergy.com/live/ccgx:start#marine_mfd_integration_by_app|main Marine MFD App chapter in the GX Manual]].
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   * Marine Network Cables - 40ft - PART NUMBER 010-10552-00
   * Marine Network Cables - 500ft - PART NUMBER 010-10647-01
 ===== 4. Configuration =====
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 The Garmin MFDs run a DHCP server; and the [[https://www.victronenergy.com/live/ccgx:start|GX device]] are by default configured to use DHCP. After plugging in the cable, the Victron icon will show up after 10 to 30 seconds.
-To connect the GX Device to the internet and the [[https://vrm.victronenergy.com|VRM Portal]], while its Ethernet port is already in use to connect to the Garmin, use either WiFi or a GX GSM. [[https://www.victronenergy.com/live/ccgx:start#internet_connectivity|more information]].
+To connect the GX Device to the internet and the [[https://vrm.victronenergy.com|VRM Portal]], while its Ethernet port is already in use to connect to the Garmin, use WiFi. [[https://www.victronenergy.com/live/ccgx:start#internet_connectivity|more information]].
+:!: Connecting a Garmin MFD to a network router over Ethernet leads to IP address conflicts, due to the integrated DHCP server.
+:!: It is not possible to use a [[https://www.victronenergy.com/accessories/gx-gsm|GX GSM]], due to the integrated DHCP server of the Garmin MFD.
 ===== 5. Configuring Multiple Battery Monitors =====
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 ===== 6. Step by Step =====
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+===== 7. NMEA 2000 =====
+The MFD can also be connected to the Victron system using NMEA 2000, see the [[ve.can:nmea-2000:start|]].
+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.
+The following Victron related PGNs are supported:
+  * 127505 - Fluid level (tanks)
+  * 127506 - DC Detailed Status; State-of-charge, Time-to-go
+  * 127508 - Battery Status; Voltage, current
+The supported PGNs may vary per model. Please consult the manual of the MFD for a list of supported PGNs.