Veratron Linkup J1939 NMEA2000 Gateway

•  J1939 TO NMEA 2000 gateway to bring engine data to the boat network
• Delivers engine diagnostic to a connected MFD or smartphone in conjunction with a Veratron GO device
• Galvanic isolation between J1939 and NMEA 2000 networks
• Optional Y-shaped adapter cables to interface specific engines
• Inputs: SAE J1939
• Output: NMEA 2000
• Current consumption: ≤ 100 mA
• Nominal voltage: 12 V (from NMEA 2000 network)
• Protection class: IP X9/K
• Dimensions: 125 mm x 32 mm (+cables)
• Cable length: 2x 25cm
• Connector: Deutsch DT04-6P (Male)
• Wireless interface: NFC
• Operating temperature: -30°C to 80°C

The Linkup Gateway Concept

The LinkUp J1939 provides an easy method to convert engine or vessel information to NMEA 2000. Easily installed, the LinkUp gateway replaces the original wiring by a single NMEA2000 drop cable. The data is then available for being displayed on any NMEA 2000 display device. Configuring LinkUp gateways is simple using a mobile device and the companion LinkUp Configurator App for Android or iOS.

Each device has a built-in, passive NFC antenna, so the parameters of the engine, such as engine instances or the alarm settings, are wirelessly configured on the mobile device which is then “tapped” against the LinkUp device for instant data download.

Design and Function

The LinkUp gateway has a simple but yet effective design. The potted housing allows the unit to be installed in Engine Rooms, making it compliant to the ISO 8846:1990 as requested by the directive 2013-53(EC). The standard NMEA 2000 M12 plug allows for a plug-and-play installation to the network backbone. The CAN J1939 connection happens through a Deutsch DT04-6P 6-pole connector.

Linkup Configurator App

To configure the system, some parameters must be calibrated through the LinkUp gateway. These
parameters are:

• Number of engines, which should be analyzed through this gateway
• The engine instances of those motors
• Which alarms to receive on the dashboard

This is possible through the “LinkUp Configurator” smartphone App, which can be downloaded free of charge from the stores of both Android and iOS devices. A simple and detailed explanation of the configuration process is also available as in-app instructions. Thanks to the passive embedded NFC receiver, the LinkUp gateway can be configured, without the need of a power supply.