VDR100 User`s Manual
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1. Recording Period Media Storage Capacity 1 second 7862 bytes 1 minute 471 750 bytes 1 hour 29 MBytes 1 day 680 MBytes 1 week 5 GBytes 1 month 30 days 21 GBytes 1 year 865 25 days 248 GBytes 4 3 Monitoring the VDR100 4 3 1 Indicators The VDR100 has three green LED indicators on its top surface NMEA 2000 This light will be red for several seconds after powerup while the VDR100 is initializing itself Once this process is complete this light will be lit a steady green to indicate that the main processor is active The light will blink on and off to indicate data being transferred over the NMEA 2000 connection If this light is lit red after the initialization has completed it indicates that a problem has been detected LAN This light will be supported in future version of VDR100 firmware USB This light will be on to indicate that the USB port is active and a USB flash drive has been detected Page 8 Revision 1 1 Maretron 4 3 2 From a Display Device or Software The Maretron N2KView software as well as the DSM150 and DSM250 display units have a Vessel Recorder category that allows you to monitor or set alerts on various operating parameters ofthe VDR100 Parameters that can be monitored include State this is the operating state of the VDR100 It can take the following values o No Flash Drive the VDR100 has not detected a USB flash drive Please refer to the Troubleshooting se2. text strings You can enter any information you like here such as the date the unit was installed or the location in which it was installed for later reference Tools such as Maretron N2KAnalyzer allow you to view these values later The default installation description is blank text Page 6 Revision 1 1 Maretron 3 4 Restore Factory Defaults This option restores all settings on the VDR100 device to their factory default states 4 Usage 4 1 Recording Data To record data plug a USB flash drive into the Type A USB connector on the VDR100 A waterproof cover accessory is available that will allow the USB port to be made waterproof with a USB flash drive installed although this cover will not fit all USB flash drives so please check the dimensions of the USB flash drive to be sure that the waterproof cover accessory will fit over the drive 4 2 USB Flash Drive Selection 4 2 1 USB Flash Drives WARNING Because of the methods that the VDR100 records every frame of network data for quick retrieval and analysis the VDR100 must only be used with a high performance USB flash drive from the list of supported USB flash drives The VDR100 is supported ONLY with the following list of USB flash drives more will be added in the future USB Flash Drive Model Capacities GB Corsair Flash Survivor USB 3 0 32GB 32 Corsair Flash Survivor Stealth USB 3 0 32GB 32 Corsair Flas
3. DR100 is designed to operate within the harsh demands of the marine environment However no piece of marine electronic equipment can function properly unless installed calibrated and maintained in the correct manner Please read carefully and follow these instructions for installation calibration and usage of the Maretron VDR100 in order to ensure optimal performance 1 2 Firmware Revision This manual corresponds to VDR100 firmware revision 1 0 0 1 3 Features The Maretron VDR100 has the following features e NMEA 2000 interface e Records all NMEA 2000 Network Activity for System Diagnosis and Performance Analysis e Can be used along with Maretron s N2KExtractor software to perform basic graphical analysis and detailed statistical analysis using Microsoft Excel of similar software e Data Recorded on Solid State Memory via Removable USB Flash Drive e Circular Buffer Preserves Latest Recorded Data while Oldest Data Overwritten when Memory is Full e Recorded Data Available for Performance Analysis Vessel Tracking Preventive Maintenance and More e Optional Waterproof USB Flash Drive Cover e Free Data Extraction Software N2KExtractor allows you to view voyages on a map perform graphing of up to four parameters and builds Comma Delimited Files for detailed data analysis using Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet software Revision 1 1 Page 1 VDR100 User s Manual 1 4 VDR100 Accessories Maretron offers the followi
4. Maretron VDR100 Vessel Data Recorder Users Manual Revision 1 1 Copyright 2012 Maretron LLP All Rights Reserved Maretron LLP 9014 N 23 Ave 10 Phoenix AZ 85021 http www maretron com Maretron Manual Part M003025 Revision 1 1 Page i VDR100 User s Manual Revision History Revision Description 1 0 Original document 1 1 Added information on USB flash drive shipped with product Page ii Revision 1 1 Maretron Table of Contents k COR ee ee er 1 UN Wee tt DEE 1 1 2 Firmware REVISION enable 1 12 te 1 1 4 NDR 100 ACCESSONES nasser ikea 2 1 3 QUICK WASTAI eege 2 1 6 Theory of Operation ss 2 1 7 General Concepts nee 2 12 1 Data Recording EN 2 1 7 2 Flash File System EE 3 RE 3 CN e E 4 2 1 Unpacking the BOR nun ea 4 2 2 Choosing a Mounting LOCATION nn eevee ls ualecausdedebalauinvemccenteendanns 4 2 3 Mounting the VDO sed astrasnaatsniansieueiisasued 5 2 4 Connecting the VDR100 un 5 2 4 1 NMEA 2000 Connechon 5 2 4 2 LAN Connection ee ee ea 6 3 G nfg nng the VORTO i see ee ea ee een 6 31 Dove labels ee un nee 6 3 2 EE nennen een een 6 3 3 Installation Re e EE 6 34 Restore Factory Defaults une ee een 7 4 USIJE nee ee eu 7 4 1 Recording MR 7 4 2 USB Flash Drive e BE 7 4 2 1 USB Flash BEE unseres ee 7 4 2 2 USB Flash Drive Size ie 8 4 3 Monitoring the VDR100 ser en 8 431 ee ee EE 8 4 3 2 From a Display Device or Goitwa
5. ON S AGGREGATE LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT S INVOLVED MARETRON SHALL NOT BE SUBJECT TO ANY OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES WHETHER ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF CONTRACT OR WARRANTY TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER THEORIES OF LAW WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCTS SOLD OR SERVICES RENDERED BY MARETRON OR ANY UNDERTAKINGS ACTS OR OMISSIONS RELATING THERETO Maretron does not warrant that the functions contained in any software programs or products will meet purchaser s requirements or that the operation of the software programs or products will be uninterrupted or error free Purchaser assumes responsibility for the selection of the software programs or products to achieve the intended results and for the installation use and results obtained from said programs or products No specifications samples descriptions or illustrations provided Maretron to Purchaser whether directly in trade literature brochures or other documentation shall be construed as warranties of any kind and any failure to conform with such specifications samples descriptions or illustrations shall not constitute any breach of Maretron s limited warranty Warranty Return Procedure To apply for warranty claims contact Maretron or one of its dealers to describe the problem and determine the appropriate course of action If a return is necessary place the product in its original packaging together with proof of purchase and send to an Authorized Ma
6. USB flash drive using N2KView software or a Maretron DSM150 DSM250 display If you wish to keep all recorded data on the USB flash drive simply remove the USB flash drive from the VDR100 and replace it with an empty USB flash drive before the first USB flash drive becomes full Page 2 Revision 1 1 Maretron 1 7 2 Flash File System The USB flash drive will be re formatted the first time it is used in the VDR100 This is done in order to ensure filesystem integrity of the USB flash drive in the cases of removal of the device from the VDR100 and also in cases of power removal from the VDR100 WARNING When you plug a new USB flash drive one which has never been used before in a VDR100 into the VDR100 ALL DATA ON THE MEMORY DRIVE WILL BE DESTROYED If your USB flash drive has data you wish to save please archive it before plugging the USB flash drive into the VDR100 The filesystem that is created on the USB flash drive is not compatible with Microsoft Windows Drivers for the filesystem used by the VDR100 are included with the Maretron N2KExtractor software 1 8 Data Analysis In order to retrieve data from the VDR100 remove the USB flash drive from the VDR100 and plug into a Windows PC on which N2KExtractor software has been installed Please refer to the N2KExtractor User s Manual for details WARNING Do not plug a USB flash drive that has been used in a VDR100 into a Windows PC without first installing the Maretr
7. corrode the VDR100 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 to the mounting surface If the unit is loose tighten the mounting screws Check the security of all cable connections and tighten if necessary Revision 1 1 Page 9 VDR100 User s Manual 6 Troubleshooting If you notice unexpected operation of the Maretron VDR100 follow the troubleshooting procedures in this section to remedy simple problems Symptom Troubleshooting Procedure USB indicator 1 Ensure that the USB flash drive is properly plugged into the USB not lit connector NMEA 2000 1 Ensure that power is supplied to the NMEA 2000 indicator via the indicator not lit NMEA 2000 cable and that the NMEA 2000 connection is secure VDR100 reports 1 Ensure that the USB flash drive is properly plugged into the USB an Error state connector 2 Try using a different USB flash drive 3 Cycle the power to the VDR100 VDR100 reports 1 Ensure that the USB flash drive is properly plugged into the USB a No Flash connector Drive state Figure 3 Troubleshooting Guide If these steps do not solve your problem please contact Maretron Technical Support refer to Section 8 for contact information 7 Technical Specifications Specifications Parameter Value Comment NMEA 2000 Connector DeviceNet M
8. ction for details o Formatting the USB flash drive is being formatted for use with the VDR100 This can take up to approximately 45 minutes for the largest USB flash drives o Initializing the USB flash drive is being initialized for data recording This will be seen when a USB flash drive which has already been used for the VDR100 is first plugged in or when the VDR100 is first powered up o Recording the VDR100 is recording data to the USB flash drive o Error there is a problem with the USB flash drive Please refer to the Troubleshooting section for details Memory Used amount of data in GB that has been used on the USB flash drive Memory Available amount of data in GB that can still be stored on the USB flash drive Memory Capacity the total amount of data that the USB flash drive is capable of storing Percent Used the percent of the capacity of the USB flash drive that has been used for storing data Percent Available the percent of the capacity of the USB flash drive that is still available for storing data Please refer to the user s manual for the appropriate software or display product for details 5 Maintenance Regular maintenance is not required however an occasional inspection will ensure continued proper operation of the Maretron VDR100 Perform the following tasks periodically Clean the unit with a soft cloth Do not use chemical cleaners as they may remove paint or markings or may
9. h Survivor USB 3 0 64GB 64 Corsair Flash Survivor Stealth USB 3 0 64GB 64 Corsair Flash Voyager GT USB 3 0 16 32 64 Hama Probo FlashPen USB 3 0 8 16 32 Kingston DataTraveler Elite 3 0 16 32 64 Kingston DataTraveler HyperX 3 0 64 128 256 Kingston DataTraveler R3 0 16 32 64 Kingston DataTraveler Ultimate 3 0 Generation 2 16 32 64 LaCie FastKey USB 3 0 30 60 120 Lexar JumpDrive Triton 16 32 64 Mushkin Ventura Pro 32 64 Patriot Supersonic 64 Patriot Supersonic Rage XT 32 64 Patriot Supersonic Boost XT 8 16 32 64 Patriot Supersonic Magnum 64 128 Sandisk Extreme USB 3 0 16 32 64 Revision 1 1 Page 7 VDR100 User s Manual USB Flash Drive Model Capacities GB Sony Micro Vault Mach 8 16 32 64 SuperTalent SuperCrypt 16 32 64 128 256 SuperTalent Express RC 8 25 50 100 SuperTalent Express Ram Cache 16 32 64 SuperTalent Express ST4 16 32 64 SuperTalent RAIDDrive 32 64 128 SuperTalent DataGuardian USB 3 0 8 16 32 Transcend JetFlash 780 16 4 2 2 USB Flash Drive Size The VDR100 uses a circular buffer which means that if the USB flash drive becomes full then the oldest data will be erased to make room for new data Depending on how much data you wish to record without overwriting older data the following table can be used to determine the capacity of the USB Flash Drive you need These figures are estimated assuming a 25 loaded system approx 463 frames second
10. icro C Industry Standard Waterproof NMEA 2000 Isolation Opto Isolated No Electrical Connection Across Bridge USB Standard USB 1 1 USB Connector USB Type A Industry Standard Waterproof for Connection of N2KView Hardware License Key Only USB Supported Signals D D 5V GND Bi directional Gateway USB Auxiliary Power 5 Volts lt 200 mA USB Baud Rate Up to 12 Mb s Full Speed USB Data Rate Ethernet Interface 100 Mb s Not used in initial firmware revision Ethernet Connector RJ 45 Industry Standard Waterproof Certifications Parameter Comment NMEA 2000 Standard Level A Maritime Navigation and Radiocommunication Equipment amp Systems IEC 61162 3 Maritime Navigation and Radiocommunication Equipment amp Systems IEC 60945 FCC and CE Mark Electromagnetic Compatibility Page 10 Revision 1 1 Maretron NMEA 2000 Parameter Group Numbers PGNs Description PGN PGN Name Default Rate Response to Requested 126464 PGN List Transmit and Receive N A PGNs 126996 Product Information N A 126998 Configuration Information N A Protocol PGNs 059392 ISO Acknowledge N A 059904 ISO Request N A 060416 ISO Transport Protocol Connection Management N A 060160 ISO Transport Protocol Data Transfer N A 060928 ISO Address Claim N A 065240 ISO Address Command N A 126208 NMEA Request Command Ack
11. ng accessories for the VDR100 e PX0852 USB Waterproof Cover e M003029 Corsair Voyager GT 16GB USB Flash Drive 1 5 Quick Install Installing the Maretron VDR100 involves the following steps Please refer to the individual sections for additional details Unpacking the Box Section 2 1 Choosing a Mounting Location Section 2 2 Mounting the VDR100 Section 2 3 Connecting the VDR100 Section 2 4 Configuring the VDR100 Section 3 E oO N 1 6 Theory of Operation The VDR100 records every frame of NMEA 2000 network activity onto the attached USB flash drive 1 7 General Concepts 1 7 1 Data Recording The VDR100 records every single frame of data on the NMEA 2000 network In order to perform performance analysis the time at which each event occurs must be accurately recorded To this end there must be a source of time information on the NMEA 2000 network e g a Maretron GPS or equivalent WARNING At least one device transmitting valid data in the NMEA 2000 System Time 126992 message e g a GPS receiver must be operating on the network in order for the VDR100 and the N2KExtractor program to be able to correlate the data with the time when it was present on the network The VDR100 records data to a circular buffer on the USB flash drive When the USB flash drive becomes near full the oldest data on the device is deleted in order to make room for newer data You may monitor the available space on a
12. nowledge N A Periodic PGNs 130833 Vessel Data Recorder Status Maretron 10 seconds Proprietary PGNs Recorded All All N A Electrical Parameter Value Comment Operating Voltage 9 to 32 Volts DC Voltage Power Consumption lt 200mA Average Current Drain Load Equivalence Number LEN 4 NMEA 2000 Spec 1LEN 50 mA Reverse Battery Protection Yes Indefinitely Load Dump Protection Yes Energy Rated per SAE J1113 Mechanical Parameter Value Comment Size 5 000 x 4 500 x 2 375 Including Flanges for Mounting 127mm x 114mm x 60 mm Weight 12 oz 340 g Environmental Parameter Value IEC 60945 Classification Exposed Degree of Protection IP67 Operating Temperature 25 C to 55 C Storage Temperature 40 C to 70 C Relative Humidity 93 RH 40 per IEC60945 8 2 Vibration 2 13 2Hz 1mm 13 2 100Hz 7m s per IEC 60945 8 7 Rain and Spray 12 5mm Nozzle 100liters min from 3m for 30min per IEC 60945 8 8 Solar Radiation Ultraviolet B A Visible and Infrared per IEC 60945 8 10 Corrosion Salt Mist 4 times 7days 40 C 95 RH after 2 hour Salt Spray Per IEC 60945 8 12 Electromagnetic Immunity Conducted Radiated Supply and ESD per IEC 60945 10 Safety Precautions Dangerous Voltage Electromagnetic Radio Frequency per IEC 60945 12 Revision 1 1 Page 11 VDR100 User s Manual 8 Technical Support If you require technical su
13. on N2KExtractor software Failure to install the N2KExtractor software before plugging in the USB flash drive may result in the data on the flash memory device being destroyed WARNING lf a USB flash drive that has been used in the VDR100 is plugged into a Windows PC that has not had the N2KExtractor software installed then Windows will not recognize the format of the USB flash drive and will ask you to format it DO NOT FORMAT THE USB FLASH drive as this WILL result in all of the data on the USB flash memory drive being destroyed Revision 1 1 Page 3 VDR100 User s Manual 2 Installation 2 1 Unpacking the Box When unpacking the box containing the Maretron VDR100 you should find the following items 1 VDR100 Vessel Data Recorder 1 Parts Bag containing 4 Stainless Steel Mounting Screws 1 VDR100 Users Manual 1 Warranty Registration Card 1 USB Flash Drive preformatted for the VDR100 If any of these items are missing or damaged please contact Maretron 2 2 Choosing a Mounting Location Please consider the following when choosing a mounting location 1 The VDR100 is waterproof so it can be mounted in a damp or dry location Note that the USB Waterproof Cover accessory must be purchased to waterproof all of the connections to the VDR100 The NMEA 2000 network interface is already waterproof 2 The orientation is not important so the VDR100 can be mounted on a horizontal deck vertical bulkhead o
14. pport for Maretron products you can reach us in any of the following ways Telephone 1 866 550 9100 Fax 1 602 861 1777 E mail support maretron com World Wide Web _http Awww maretron com Mail Maretron LLP Attn Technical Support 9014 N 23 Ave Suite 10 Phoenix AZ 85021 USA Page 12 Revision 1 1 Maretron 9 Installation Template Please check the dimensions before using the following diagram as a template for drilling the mounting holes because the printing process may have distorted the dimensions 3 9 99 1mm 4 5 114 3mm Figure 4 Mounting Surface Template Revision 1 1 Page 13 VDR100 User s Manual 10Maretron 2 Year Limited Warranty Maretron warrants the VDR100 to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two 2 years from the date of original purchase If within the applicable period any such products shall be proved to Maretron s satisfaction to fail to meet the above limited warranty such products shall be repaired or replaced at Maretron s option Purchaser s exclusive remedy and Maretron s sole obligation hereunder provided product is returned pursuant to the return requirements below shall be limited to the repair or replacement at Maretron s option of any product not meeting the above limited warranty and which is returned to Maretron or if Maretron is unable to deliver a replacement that is free from defects in materials or workmanship Purchaser s payment for such p
15. r upside down if desired 3 The VDR100 is temperature rated to 55 C 130 F so it should be mounted away from engines or engine rooms where the operating temperature exceeds the specified limit Page 4 Revision 1 1 Maretron 2 3 Mounting the VDR100 Attach the VDR100 securely to the vessel using the included stainless steel mounting screws or other fasteners as shown in Figure 1 below Do not use threadlocking compounds containing methacrylate ester such as Loctite Red 271 as they will cause stress cracking of the plastic enclosure Figure 1 Mounting the VDR100 2 4 Connecting the VDR100 2 4 1 NMEA 2000 Connection The NMEA 2000 connector can be found on the side of the enclosure The NMEA 2000 connector is a round five pin male connector see a 2 You connect the VDR100 to an NMEA 2000 network using a Maretron ave 2000 cable or an NMEA 2000 compatible cable by connecting the female end of the cable to the VDR100 note the key on the male connector and keyway on the female connector Be sure the cable is connected securely and that the collar on the cable connector is tightened firmly Connect the other end of the cable male to the NMEA 2000 network in the same manner The VDR100 is designed such that you can plug or unplug it from an NMEA 2000 network while the power to the network is connected or disconnected Please follow recommended practices for installing NMEA 2000 network products Revi
16. re ccccccceeeecceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenaees 9 2 te 9 6 de e ele le zes ee nn nn S 10 7 KEE ee EE 10 8 Technical Support EE 12 9 Installation Template essen see ee ee een 13 10 Maretron 2 Year Limited Warranty nn 14 Revision 1 1 Page ili VDR100 User s Manual Table of Figures Figure 1 Mounting the VDR100 deed e deeg Bee 5 Figure 2 NMEA 2000 Connector Face Views es 6 Figure 3 Troubleshooting Gilde es 10 Figure 4 Mounting Surface Template AEN 13 Page iv Revision 1 1 Maretron 1 General 1 1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Maretron Vessel Data Recorder VDR100 Maretron has designed and built your vessel data recorder to the highest standards for years of reliable dependable and accurate service The Vessel Data Recorder VDR100 records all NMEA 2000 network activity onto a user supplied USB flash drive The USB flash drive can be removed and inserted into a Windows PC running Maretron s N2KExtractor program which lets you view graphs of the collected data maps of the course traveled during data collection and lets you export selected parameters into comma delimited CSV files for detailed statistical analysis with Microsoft Excel or other programs which accept the comma delimited format The VDR100 has an NMEA 2000 port for recording information from the attached NMEA 2000 network and a USB port for connecting the USB flash drive The Maretron V
17. retron Service Location You are responsible for all shipping and insurance charges Maretron will return the replaced or repaired product with all shipping and handling prepaid except for requests requiring expedited shipping i e overnight shipments Failure to follow this warranty return procedure could result in the product s warranty becoming null and void Maretron reserves the right to modify or replace at its sole discretion without prior notification the warranty listed above To obtain a copy of the then current warranty policy please go to the following web page http www maretron com company warranty php Page 14 Revision 1 1
18. roduct will be refunded Maretron assumes no liability whatsoever for expenses of removing any defective product or part or for installing the repaired product or part or a replacement therefore or for any loss or damage to equipment in connection with which Maretron s products or parts shall be used With respect to products not manufactured by Maretron Maretron s warranty obligation shall in all respects conform to and be limited to the warranty actually extended to Maretron by its supplier The foregoing warranties shall not apply with respect to products subjected to negligence misuse misapplication accident damages by circumstances beyond Maretron s control to improper installation operation maintenance or storage or to other than normal use or service THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Statements made by any person including representatives of Maretron which are inconsistent or in conflict with the terms of this Limited Warranty shall not be binding upon Maretron unless reduced to writing and approved by an officer of Maretron IN NO CASE WILL MARETRON 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 INNO EVENT SHALL MARETR
19. sion 1 1 Page 5 VDR100 User s Manual Pins Sockets Connector Threads Connector Threads Male Connector Female Connector Pin 1 Shield Pin 2 NET S power supply positive V Pin 3 NET C power supply common V Pin 4 NET H CAN H Pin 5 NET L CAN L Figure 2 NMEA 2000 Connector Face Views 2 4 2 LAN Connection The VDR100 has one external RJ 45 LAN connector which will be supported in future firmware revisions of the VDR100 The VDR100 is shipped with a waterproof cover on the RJ 45 LAN connector Please leave this cover on the LAN connector 3 Configuring the VDR100 The VDR100 has several configurable parameters which are shown below including the default values If you are not using the default values then you will need to refer to the corresponding section for configuring the VDR100 appropriately You may configure the VDR100 using a Maretron DSM250 display or Maretron N2KAnalyzer software 3 1 Device Label Program this parameter with a text string which identifies this device Maretron display products will display this label text when you are selecting data to display The default device label is blank 3 2 Device Instance Program this parameter to the desired instance number for this device You can program this parameter to any value between 0 and 252 The default device instance is 0 3 3 Installation Description This entry allows you to modify the NMEA 2000 installation description
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