Actisense NMEA data processing module 170kHz

Actisense DST-2 NMEA 0183 Data Processing Module for 170kHz Transducers

Category: Electronics
Subcategory: Electrical Connections

Upgrade your vessel’s instrumentation with the Actisense DST-2, the intelligent NMEA data processing module designed to bring modern digital accuracy to your existing analog transducers. This powerful device is the perfect solution for boat owners and marine technicians looking to integrate legacy depth, speed, and temperature sensors into a sophisticated NMEA 0183 network without the costly and labor-intensive process of replacing the hull-mounted transducer. Specifically configured for 170kHz depth transducers, this module acts as a smart interface, converting raw analog signals into precise, reliable digital data for your chartplotter, multi-function display (MFD), or other marine electronics.

The primary benefit of the Actisense DST-2 is its ability to unlock the full potential of your equipment. By digitizing the signal directly at the source, it eliminates the signal degradation and interference common with long analog cable runs, resulting in cleaner, more stable, and highly accurate readings for depth, boat speed, and water temperature. These intelligent modules are engineered for a simple, cost-effective system upgrade, saving you the expense and downtime associated with hauling your boat out of the water for a full transducer replacement. The consolidated NMEA 0183 output simplifies your vessel´s electrical connections, combining three separate data streams into a single, easy-to-manage cable, reducing wiring clutter and potential points of failure.

Built to withstand the harsh marine environment, the Actisense DST-2 module is housed in a rugged, IP68-rated waterproof case, ensuring flawless performance and long-term reliability. Onboard diagnostic LEDs provide instant visual feedback on the module´s status, simplifying installation and troubleshooting.

Main Features:

* Active signal processing for superior data accuracy
* Directly interfaces with standard 170kHz depth transducers
* Compatible with paddlewheel speed and thermistor temperature sensors
* Outputs NMEA 0183 data for wide compatibility with marine displays
* Combines Depth, Speed, and Temperature data into a single output stream
* Flash-upgradable firmware allows for future enhancements
* Integrated diagnostic LEDs for power, NMEA input, and NMEA output status
* Robust IP68 waterproof enclosure for ultimate marine protection
* Low power consumption, ideal for all types of vessels
* Simplifies wiring and reduces installation complexity

Technical Specifications:

* Supply Voltage: 9 to 28 Volts DC
* Current Consumption: 25mA @ 12V DC
* Transducer Frequency: 170kHz
* Depth Range: 0.5m to 100m (transducer dependent)
* Speed Range: 0 to 35 knots
* Temperature Range: -10°C to +40°C
* Output Protocol: NMEA 0183 (v2.30)
* Output Baud Rate: 4800 bps
* Output Sentences: DPT (Depth of Water), VHW (Speed Through Water), MTW (Mean Temperature of Water)
* Waterproofing: IP68 (submersible)
* Certifications: CE, RoHS Compliant
* Connectors: Screw terminals for secure electrical connections