Maretron MBB100 User Manual

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MBB100  
Black Box  
Vessel Monitoring and Control  
User’s Manual  
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Copyright © 2011 Maretron, LLP All Rights Reserved  
Maretron, LLP  
9014 N. 23rd Ave #10  
Phoenix, AZ 85021-7850  
Maretron Manual Part #: M003003  
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Table of Figures  
Figure 10 – N2KView® Window with Tabs Displayed............................................................................9  
Figure 12 – N2KView® Window with Tabs Displayed..........................................................................11  
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1 General  
1.1 Introduction  
Congratulations on your purchase of the Maretron MBB100 Black Box for Vessel Monitoring and  
Control. Maretron has designed and built your black box to the highest standards for years of  
dependable and accurate service.  
The Maretron Black Box (MBB100) is a dedicated processing unit that comes preloaded with  
Maretron’s N2KView® vessel monitoring and control software (N2KView® hardware license key sold  
separately). Unlike a PC that allows any software to be loaded, the MBB100 runs only N2KView®  
software making it extremely stable and dedicated to monitoring and controlling your vessel.  
The MBB100 is ruggedized for marine use and includes a solid state disk drive to withstand the  
pounding associated with waves. And since the MBB100 dissipates less than 20 watts, there is no  
need for internal cooling fans that are noisy and wear out causing electronics to overheat and fail.  
The MBB100 connects to a monitor through a VGA connector and associated touch screen through a  
USB or serial port connection. Alternatives to controlling the N2KView® software through a touch  
screen include keyboards, mice, or track balls connected through USB. The MBB100 has an Ethernet  
port for communicating with an NMEA 2000® network (see Figure 1) through Maretron’s Internet  
Protocol Gateway (IPG100). Alternatively, the MBB100 can network through Ethernet to a PC running  
N2KServer®. Although the MBB100 comes pre-installed with the N2KView® software, a separately  
purchased N2KView hardware license key plugged into the IPG100 (or PC) is required (see IPG100  
User’s Manual for more details). The Ethernet port is also used for connecting Internet Protocol (IP)  
cameras for viewing within the N2KView® software.  
Figure 1 – MBB100 Network Diagram  
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Of course you get the same flexibility using Maretron’s N2KView® software from the MBB100 as you  
would running the software on a PC, which includes the ability to configure as many screens as you  
want with exactly the information you want to see. Plus you get free upgrades to the software as  
improvements and new features are added.  
The Maretron MBB100 is designed to operate within the harsh demands of the marine environment.  
However, no piece of marine electronic equipment can function properly unless installed, configured,  
and maintained in the correct manner. Please read carefully and follow these instructions for  
installation, configuration, and usage of the Maretron MBB100 in order to ensure optimal  
performance.  
1.2 Firmware Revision  
This manual corresponds to the MBB100 running N2KView® Version 3.2.  
1.3 MBB100 Features  
The Maretron MBB100 has the following features.  
Full version of N2KView® software preinstalled (requires N2KView® licenses, purchased  
separately)  
Wired Ethernet interface  
Supports user-supplied VGA monitor  
Supports user-supplied touchscreen (ELO, 3M Microtouch, Hampshire TSharc, Penmount)  
Supports user-supplied mouse and keyboard  
Supports Bluetooth mice and keyboards with built-in Bluetooth adapter  
Operates on 9-36VDC  
20W power consumption  
Solid State Disk Drive  
Fanless cooling system  
1.4 Quick Install  
Installing the Maretron MBB100 display involves the following four 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 MBB100 (Section 2.3)  
Connecting the MBB100 (Section 2.4)  
Configuring the MBB100 (Section 2.5)  
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2 Installation  
2.1 Unpacking the Box  
When unpacking the box containing the Maretron MBB100, you should find the following items:  
1 – MBB100 Maretron Black Box Vessel Monitoring and Control  
2 – Mounting Brackets  
1 – Short Screw Set (Used for Mounting Bracket)  
1 – AC Power Cord  
1 – AC Power Supply  
1 – Rubber Feet/Long Screw Set  
1 – MBB100 User’s Manual  
1 – N2KView® Documentation CD-ROM  
1 – Warranty Registration Card  
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact Maretron.  
2.2 Choosing a Mounting Location  
The MBB100 must be mounted in an indoor location.  
2.3 Mounting the MBB100  
The MBB100 can be mounted to a wall or other flat surface with the included mounting brackets.  
2.6.1 Mounting the System with Mounting Brackets  
To mount the MBB100 onto a wall or some other surface using the two mounting brackets, please  
follow the steps below.  
Step 1: Turn the MBB100 over.  
Step 2: Align the two retention screws holes in each bracket with the corresponding retention screw  
holes on the sides of the MBB100 bottom surface (marked in yellow in Figure 2).  
Step 3: Secure the brackets to the MBB100 by inserting two retention screws into each bracket (see  
Step 4: Drill holes in the intended installation surface.  
Step 5: Align the mounting holes in the sides of the mounting brackets with the predrilled holes in the  
mounting surface.  
Step 6: Insert four retention screws, two in each bracket, to secure the MBB100 to the wall.  
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Figure 2 - Mounting Bracket Screw Hole Locations  
Figure 3 - Mounting Brackets Attached to MBB100  
2.4 Connecting the MBB100  
Most I/O interface connections of the MBB100 are found on rear panel (see  
Figure 4). The I/O interface panel located on the rear of the MBB100 has the following I/O interface  
connectors:  
2 x 9-36VDC power connectors  
1 x Audio line-out jack  
1 x Reset button  
1 x RS-232 serial interface connector  
1 x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports  
2 x USB 2.0 connectors  
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Figure 4 - MBB100 Rear Panel Connections  
The I/O interface panel located on the front of the MBB100 (see Figure 5) has two USB 2.0 interface  
connectors.  
Figure 5 – MBB100 Front Panel  
2.4.1 RS-232 Connection  
There is one external RS-232 connector. The RS-232 connector enables connection to an external  
touch screen. To connect a serial cable with the RS-232 connector, please follow the instructions  
below.  
Step 1: Locate the RS-232 connector on the rear panel of the MBB100.  
Step 2: Align the RS-232 connector on the serial cable with the RS-232 connector on the rear panel  
of the MBB100.  
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Step 3: Once aligned, gently insert the serial cable RS-232 connector into the MBB100 RS-232  
connector.  
2.4.2 VGA Connection  
There is one external VGA connector. The VGA connector enables connection to an monitor. To  
connect a VGA cable with the VGA connector, please follow the instructions below.  
Step 1: Locate the VGA connector on the rear panel of the MBB100.  
Step 2: Align the VGA connector on the cable with the VGA connector on the rear panel of the  
MBB100.  
Step 3: Once aligned, gently insert the cable VGA connector into the MBB100 VGA connector.  
2.4.3 LAN Connection  
There is one external RJ-45 LAN connector. The RJ-45 connector enables connection to an external  
network. To connect a LAN cable with the RJ-45 connector, please follow the instructions below.  
Step 1: Locate the RJ-45 connector on the rear panel of the MBB100.  
Step 2: Align the RJ-45 connector on the LAN cable with the RJ-45 connector on the rear panel of  
the MBB100 (see Figure 6).  
Figure 6 – LAN Connection  
Step 3: Once aligned, gently insert the LAN cable RJ-45 connector into the onboard RJ-45  
connector.  
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2.4.4 USB Device Connection  
There are four external USB 2.0 connectors. To connect a USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 device, please follow  
the instructions below.  
Step 1: The locations of the USB connectors are shown in and Figure 5.  
Step 2: Align the USB device connector with one of the connectors (see Figure 7).  
Figure 7 – USB Device Connection  
Step 3: Once aligned, gently insert the USB device connector into the MBB100 connector.  
2.4.5 Power Connection  
The MBB100 can be connected to a power source in one of two ways (over current protection should  
be provided and should be sized in accordance with ABYC E-11, AC and DC ELECTRICAL  
SYSTEMS ON BOATS);  
1) Directly with 9-32VDC power source using the green power terminal block found on the rear panel  
of the MBB100 (see Figure 8).  
a) Connect the power source negative terminal to the right hand terminal,  
b) Connect the power source positive terminal to the center terminal.  
Figure 8 - MBB100 Power Terminal Block  
2) Indirectly with 100-240VAC 47-63Hz power source using the AC power adapter and the AC power  
cord supplied in the box.  
a) Connect the AC power cord to the AC power adapter,  
b) Connect the AC power cord to the AC power outlet,  
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c) Connect the 12VDC connector from the AC power adapter to the MBB100’s 12VDC power  
input connector.  
2.4.6 Power Sequencing  
When the MBB100 is connected to an appropriate power source, you can use the power switch  
located on the front panel (see Figure 5) to turn the MBB100 on or off. If the MBB100 is turned on,  
then the LED found behind the power button will be illuminated blue. If the power switch is pushed to  
power down the DSM800, the LED is turned off.  
The MBB100 can also be switched on and off by applying or removing power through an external  
switch or breaker. Anytime the power is reapplied to the MBB00, it will turn on.  
2.5 Configuring the MBB100  
In order to use the MBB100, you must already have N2KServer® installed and running on either a  
Windows PC or on a Maretron IPG100 Internet Protocol Gateway.  
You must also have some information as to the configuration of your local area network.  
The MBB100 will start up with the following warning screen:  
Figure 9 – MBB100 Startup Screen  
You are required to press Accept and thereby acknowledge this warning message before N2KView®  
will run in Live Mode.  
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Alternatively, you may Enter Demo Mode. In Demo Mode, you will not be able to connect to a Server  
and view live data; instead simulated data will be provided to stimulate the controls.  
The first time you start the MBB100, you must ensure that the device can connect to your LAN (local  
area network). The MBB100 comes from the factory preconfigured to obtain its LAN connection  
information from a DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol) server. If your local area network uses a  
DHCP server, no configuration is necessary, and the MBB100 should be able to successfully connect  
to the local area network.  
2.5.1 Manually Entering LAN Connection Information  
If your local area network does not use DHCP, you must manually enter the LAN connection  
information into the MBB100. This is done through the following steps:  
Figure 10 – N2KView® Window with Tabs Displayed  
a.  
b.  
Click anywhere inside the N2KView® screen to display the screen tabs as shown in Figure 10  
above.  
Click on the “Configuration” tab on the right side of the N2KView® screen to display the  
Configuration dialog.  
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Figure 11 – Configuration Dialog  
Uncheck the “Use DHCP” box to indicate that your LAN does not use DHCP.  
c.  
d.  
e.  
In the “IP Address” field, enter the IP address you wish to assign to the MBB100.  
In the “Netmask” field, enter the netmask value used on your LAN (in most cases, this value  
will be “255.255.255.0”).  
f.  
In the “Gatewayfield, enter the IP address of the default gateway of your LAN.  
g.  
In the “Name Serverfield, enter the IP address of a DNS (Dynamic Name Service) Server  
used on your LAN.  
h.  
Click the “Update” button to make these changes permanent. The screen will go blank for a  
few seconds while this is being done.  
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2.5.2 Entering N2KServer® or IPG100 Connection Information  
Once the MBB100 has been properly configured to connect to your LAN, you must configure the  
connection to enable the MBB100 to receive information from an instance of N2KServer® or an  
IPG100 Server. This is done through the following steps:  
Figure 12 – N2KView® Window with Tabs Displayed  
a.  
b.  
Click anywhere inside the N2KView® screen to display the screen tabs as shown in Figure 12  
above.  
Click on the “Connections” tab on the right side of the N2KView® screen to display the  
Connections Settings dialog.  
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Figure 13 – Connections Settings Dialog  
c.  
d.  
Ensure that N2KView® is not connected to a N2KServer® by pressing the “Disconnect” button.  
While N2KView® is connected you are not able to edit fields.  
In the “Hostname / IP Address:” text box, enter the IP address of the computer or IPG100  
running N2KServer®. If your MBB100 configuration has been programmed to match your LAN,  
the left side of the N2KServer® Connection window will display the address of any N2KServer®  
running on a PC or IPG100’s found on the LAN.  
e.  
f.  
Leave the “Port:” setting at the initial value of “6544” unless the router between N2KView® and  
N2KServer® has been set up to do port translation.  
In the “Password:” text box, enter the same server password that you entered into the  
N2KServer® Service Manager (for N2KServer® running on a PC)¸ or programmed into the  
IPG100.  
g.  
h.  
If you have purchased the Platinum Edition of N2KView® and wish to use all of the Platinum  
Edition features, select “Platinum” from “Features Requested:”. If you have purchased the  
Basic Edition of N2KView® or you wish to use only the BasicEdition subset of features of  
N2KView® (leaving the Platinum Edition features available for another copy of N2KView®),  
select “Basic” from “Features Requested:”.  
Click “Connect”. The Connection State:” part of the window will blink “Connecting…” for a  
few seconds. It will then either display “Connected” if the connection was successfully made,  
or display a message indicating that the connection was not made and suggesting further  
action to take.  
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If no data is displayed, please check the following:  
1.  
Make sure the “Server Password” entered in N2KView® matches the “Server Password”  
entered into the N2KServer® Service Manager on the computer running N2KServer®, or the  
IPG100, as appropriate. If the server is running on an IPG100, the password in the IPG100 is  
set from a DSM250 or N2KAnalyzer®.  
2.  
3.  
Make sure the “Server Address” matches the IP address of the computer or IPG100 running  
N2KServer®.  
Make sure you have appropriate instruments on the NMEA 2000® network to provide the data  
you are trying to view on the N2KView® screen. (To test the network connection between  
N2KView® and the N2KServer®, you may wish to run N2KServer® in “Simulated Data” mode).  
4.  
Make sure that the instances that are being monitored correspond to the instances being  
transmitted. You can set the instance number of the component to “Any” to make sure that  
there is any data of that type on the bus.  
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3 Operating the MBB100  
3.1 Turning the MBB100 On  
To turn on the MBB100, press the power switch, located on the right hand side of the front panel of  
the MBB100.  
3.2 Turning the MBB100 Off  
To turn the MBB100 off, use the “Shutdown” administrative tab of the N2KView® software.  
Alternatively, you can power down the unit by pressing the MBB100’s power switch. Lastly, you can  
power down the unit by turning of the power source with an external breaker or external switch.  
3.3 Using the MBB100  
The MBB100 runs a fully functional version of the Maretron N2KView® software. Please refer to the  
N2KView® User’s Manual, packaged with the MBB100, for detailed operating instructions.  
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4 Maintenance  
Regular maintenance is important to ensure continued proper operation of the Maretron  
MBB100. 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 corrode the MBB100 enclosure or seals. Do not use any cleaners containing  
acetone, as they will deteriorate the plastic enclosure. Do not spray cleaning liquids directly  
onto the MBB100.  
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 the power and network cables connected to the MBB100 and tighten if  
necessary.  
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5 Troubleshooting  
If you notice unexpected operation of the Maretron MBB100, follow the troubleshooting  
procedures in this section to remedy simple problems.  
Symptom  
Troubleshooting Procedure  
No activity on the display  
Check the connection to the power and network  
connectors and tighten if necessary  
Ensure that power is supplied to the connected  
power cable.  
Check the connection to the power jack located on  
the rear of the device.  
Press the power switch located on the front of the  
device on the right-hand side.  
Other Issues  
Please refer to the Troubleshooting section of the  
N2KView® User’s Manual.  
If these steps do not solve your problem, please contact Maretron Technical Support (refer to Section  
0 for contact information).  
Warning: There are no user-serviceable components inside the Maretron MBB100. Opening the  
MBB100 will expose the sensitive electronic components to adverse environmental conditions that  
may render the unit inoperative. Please do not open the MBB100, as this will automatically void the  
warranty. If service is required, please return the unit to an authorized Maretron service location.  
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6 Technical Specifications  
Specifications  
Parameter  
Video Connector  
USB Connector  
Value  
One VGA Port (RGB or D-sub 15) For Monitor Connection  
Four USB 2.0 connections For connecting Peripherals (Mouse,  
Comment  
keyboard, etc.) and or touch screen  
connectivity  
Serial Connector  
One RS232 9-Pin D Connector For touch screen alternative connection  
Ethernet Connector  
One RJ-45 GbE  
For connection to Maretron IPG100  
Gateway and/or router  
Audio Connection  
One Speaker Output  
Certifications  
Parameter  
Comment  
FCC class A and CE Mark  
Electromagnetic Compatibility  
Electrical  
Parameter  
Value  
Comment  
Operating Voltage  
Power Consumption (Maximum)  
9 to 36 Volts  
19 Watts  
DC Voltage  
Mechanical  
Parameter  
Value  
Comment  
Overall Dimensions (DxWxH)  
5.19” x 9.02” x 2.52”  
(132mm x 229mm x  
64mm)  
Including Flanges for Mounting  
Weight  
Chassis Material  
Mounting  
4.6 lbs (2.1kg)  
Aluminum  
VESA 100 or DIN  
Any Orientation  
Environmental  
Parameter  
Value  
Operating Temperature  
Operating Shock  
Vibration  
-10°C to 60°C  
Half-sine wave shock 3G; 11 ms; 3 shocks per axis  
MIL-STD-810F 514.5C-2  
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7 Technical Support  
If you require technical support 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:  
Mail: Maretron, LLP  
Attn: Technical Support  
9014 N. 23rd Ave Suite 10  
Phoenix, AZ 85021 USA  
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8 Maretron (2 Year) Limited Warranty  
Maretron warrants the MBB100 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 product 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. IN NO EVENT SHALL  
MARETRON’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.  
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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 Maretron 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:  
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