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Either-Or can provide NMEA-2000 Data to your Lowrance.Quote:
Originally Posted by coachmks
If you want to utilize the Vessel View Features available in your Gen-3 Touch, you would need the Vesselview Link.
You "could" use both (with a J-box), but it would be like having a Digital Dashboard and another Digital Dashboard.
Trying to decide between vesselview on my Lowrance or vesselview mobile. Not sure I would use it a lot. Mobile may be all I need.
Ought to be using it whenever you run the engine... that's what it's for.
So I have a Simrad go9sxe I also have the Merc VesselView single. It came off my brothers boat that had a 4 stroke 150 my boat has a 2006 200 optimax with Smartcraft one of the older ones you posted a pic of . What do I need to hook this up to display the info on the Simrad
In the pic of the vessel view link it shows a blue cable. I'm assuming this is an extension cable. Does this come with the kit or is it a separately purchased item? If it is not included in the kit, what is the part number?
Every kit kit I have found for sale does not show this cable and the one that does come with it appears to be too short to even route outside of the engine compartment.
If you contact Rhonda in our Parts Department by EMAIL, she can supply you with a list of Options, and special BBC member pricing. She also offers packaged kits that DO include what you need to install a functional Smartcraft Network with your Smartcraft Instrument or Vessel View Product.Quote:
Originally Posted by nwest10
You can find her contact info pinned at the top of the 3L and 4-Stroke Mercury Forums.
OK, sorry for the ignorant question, but I really just don't get NMEA 2000. If I buy a MercMonitor level 1, do I also need a gateway and or starter kit to link to my Lowrance?
No. A level 1 MercMonitor is a gateway device and, properly rigged, will create a NMEA 2k network. See this topic to contact Rhonda @ European Marine, she'll set you up with everything you need...Quote:
Originally Posted by PMantle
If you want to order or price Mercury Engine Parts or Accessories
I really appreciate the response, but I already bought the level 1 and it's on it's way to my house. I was just confused about what I needed to do to get it properly connected to the HDS.Quote:
Originally Posted by SilverFox579
Simple NMEA-2K Network LayoutQuote:
Originally Posted by PMantle
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Originally Posted by EuropeanAM
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Originally Posted by bigoilman
This would be best handled in a separate post for your engines, especially since your STB engine is going to pose some unique challenges.
Will do. Thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by EuropeanAM
I have 2005 optis can I upgrade to mercmonitors if yesis there any new cables I would need Thanks.
Yes, and possibly, depending on what you do or do not have currently. See Rhonda's post (pinned at the top of the forum) and drop her an EMAIL (she can provide you with options and special BBC member pricing).Quote:
Originally Posted by Double Trouble
Be sure to include your serial number(s) and details of what you have currently (sometimes a picture is the easiest way to identify).
I hate to post this question. I have a Smart Craft that i tried calibrating the trim and now rmp shows numbers when the engine is not running and the hours don't appear when you turn the key on. All i get is 3.04 stn1. Any suggestions. Thanks
Open a separate thread and provide your engine info, as well as WHICH Smartcraft Instrument you have (as well as info on when it last worked properly and how it's connected). Thanks!Quote:
Originally Posted by chuck b
I toggled through some of my displays last weekend and found where I can see the gallons used. Does this mean I already have a vessel view link if that is working? These are the gauges I currently have. I do have NMEA on my boat but apparently not what I need for that data to show on my HDS G3-12.
No. That means that your System Tach has the Fuel "Used" feature (as do many Smartcraft Instruments). See Rhonda's post, pinned at the top of the Forum, and drop her an email. She can assist you with the Vessel View Link and anything else you might need to install it.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jav400SDC
Be sure to let her know you already have a System Tach in place... and check to see if you have one open port on a Junction Box (under your console).
I'm in need of some guidance. Posting here to not start a new thread. I bought a 2016 Pro XS 200 to repower my boat after the restoration is complete. The boat will need all of the rigging so I am compiling a list of part #'s. Looks like I've got everything covered but the gauge. The Mercmonitor Part # 8M0135536 with NMEA is around $640. I may be wrong but this same unit (8M0119406) without NMEA is around $400. Why do I need NMEA on a smart gauge if the Mercury outboards are Smartcraft. I apologize if the answer is in this thread somewhere but I could not find it. Thanks in advance and a Happy New Year to all.