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Actisense PRO NMEA 0183 Buffer - 2 OPTO Inputs, 12 ISO-Drive Outputs, Serial Port, Ethernet Port, Pluggable Screw Terminal [PRO-BUF-2]PRO NMEA 0183 Buffer 2 OPTO Inputs, 12 ISO Drive Outputs, Serial Port, Ethernet Port, Pluggable Screw Terminal Two OPTO isolated inputs and twelve ISO Drive isolated outputs. Offering device protection and excellent flexibility, all in one product the Actisense PRO BUF 2, the intelligent, type approved PRO range buffer. The PRO BUF 2 is rugged, with a stainless steel housing, and provides isolation on all inputs and outputs. With two NMEA 0183 inputs,
PRO NMEA 0183 Buffer - 2 OPTO Inputs, 12 ISO-Drive Outputs, Serial Port, Ethernet Port, Pluggable Screw Terminal
Two OPTO-isolated inputs and twelve ISO-Drive™ isolated outputs. Offering device protection and excellent flexibility, all in one product - the Actisense® PRO-BUF-2, the intelligent, type-approved PRO range buffer.
The PRO-BUF-2 is rugged, with a stainless steel housing, and provides isolation on all inputs and outputs. With two NMEA 0183 inputs, twelve NMEA 0183 outputs, a bi-directional serial port, and an Ethernet port, the PRO-BUF-2 is a perfect solution for larger leisure vessels, commercial shipping, and is a great addition for systems that require type-approved devices.
The PRO-BUF-2 is designed to suit the majority of NMEA 0183 systems and is ready to go ‘out of the box’ by simply hard-wiring the two-mode inputs as required.
The Intelligent NMEA 0183 Buffer's manually configurable basic modes of operation include variations of buffer modes, intelligent auto-switch, and combine modes.
For all other configurations, leaving the mode inputs floating selects the ‘User Configuration Mode’. The web-based configuration tool allows full customisation of the PRO-BUF-2, and is compatible across all popular Operating Systems. Using the web-based configuration tool allows for fine-tuning of the data available on each output.
To make installation quick and simple, the PRO-BUF-2 features 2-part pluggable connectors that allow the use of screw terminals*, and a professional DIN Rail mounting system (DIN Rail not included). The device can also be mounted directly to the bulkhead.
Helpful LEDs indicate power, data in, data out, and the alarm status to aid diagnostics.
Data statistics and load indication via the web tool provide a real-time view of data.
Features:
- 2 Opto-Isolated inputs
- 12 ISO-Drive NMEA 0183 outputs
- Ethernet Port
- Flexible operating modes
- Automatic Baud Rate matching on inputs
- Alarm output options
- Web-based configuration tool
- Diagnostic LEDs
- Advanced Data Filtering and Routing
- 2 virtual Autoswitch modules
- Data statistics and load indication via a web tool
- Designed for a 12 / 24 Volt supply
- Future-proofing with easily upgradable firmware
- 2-part pluggable connector system
- Stainless Steel Housing with DIN rail mount option
- Type Approved
- Flexible configuration options to buffer autoswitch or combine NMEA data
- ISO-Drive separates the Listener from the Talker to protect both the PRO-BUF and each connected device.
- Fast bi-directional data connection to a monitor and control software application
- PRO-BUF can be configured using any web browser on any Operating system
- Works out-of-the-box without configuration for basic installations, or can be easily user-configured as required
- Relay output is compatible with on-board alarm systems, and the NMEA Alarm sentence can be displayed and actioned on an MFD
- Easy to access via network, doesn’t require the device to be moved or have a serial connection to the PC.
- A quick visual check gives the user confidence that each input and output is passing data
- Features can be utilised to fine-tune data, avoiding data overloads on the outputs and connected listeners
- Allows automatic data priority selection between two devices of the same type of data (e.g., GPS)
- Shows the NMEA 0183 on each I/O Port, and how frequently it arrives, great for low-level diagnostics
- Allows use on large vessel 24V DC power supply systems
- Additional features in future firmware revisions are accessed using a simple update process via Actisense Toolkit over Ethernet
- Fast installations and supports both screw and screwless terminal types. Ideal for quick diagnostic swapping
- Increased durability, ease of installation, and high performance
- Can be installed on vessels governed by Class Society Rules
- Type Approved (RINA)
Technical Specifications:
Power Supply
- Input Supply Voltage - 9 to 35 V DC
- Input Supply Current - 325mA max @ 12V DC (all outputs @ full drive into 100 ohm loads)
- Input Protection - Continuous reverse polarity, transient overvoltage, and ESD protection
- Power Indicator - LED, Blue – indicates unit is functioning correctly
- Input Supply Connector - Pluggable 2-way screw terminal, 5.08mm pitch
NMEA 0183 Port – Listener & Talker
- Number of Listener / Input Ports - 2 isolated NMEA 0183 Listeners
- Number of Talker / Output Ports - 12 isolated NMEA 0183 Talkers
- Compatibility - Fully NMEA 0183, RS422 & RS232 compatible. RS-485 Listener compatible
- Speed/baud rate - 4800 to 38400 bps
- Talker Output Voltage Drive - >= 2.2V (differential) into 100 ohm
- Talker Output Current Drive - 20 mA maximum per output
- Talker Output Protection - Short circuit and ESD
- Talker Data Indicator - LED, Orange (Flashes at data rate)
- Listener Input Voltage Tolerance - -15 V to +15 V continuous, -35 V to +35 V short term (< 1 second)
- Listener Input Protection - Current limited, overdrive protection to 40 VDC, and ESD protection
- Listener Data Indicator - LED, Green (Flashes to indicate valid input)
- Connectors - Pluggable 2/3-way screw terminals, 5.08mm pitch
Serial Port
- Compatibility - RS422 & RS232 compatible. RS-485 Listener compatible
- Speed/baud rate - 4800 to 115200 bps
- Output Voltage Drive - >= 2.1V (differential) into 100 ohms
- Output Current Drive - 20 mA max.
- Output Protection - Short circuit and ESD
- Input Voltage Tolerance - -15 V to +15 V continuous, -35 V to +35 V short term (< 1 second)
- Input Protection - Current limited, overdrive protection to 40 VDC, and ESD protection
- Data Indicators - LED’s: Green = Receive, Orange = Transmit
- Connectors - Pluggable 3-way screw terminals, 5.08mm pitch
Ethernet Port
- Host Interface - 10/100BaseT, automatic polarity detection
- Supported Protocols - TCP/IP for configuration and firmware updating, TCP/IP and UDP for NMEA 0183 comms
- Indicators - Green = Link/Activity, Yellow = 100 Mbps
- Connector - RJ45
Isolation
- NMEA 0183 Listener - OPTO-Isolated, Hi-Pot tested to 1000V
- NMEA 0183 Talker - Uses IsoDriveTM, Hi-Pot tested to 1000V
- Serial Port - Uses IsoDriveTM, Hi-Pot tested to 1000V
- Alarm Relay - Hi-Pot tested to 1000V
- Ethernet Port - 2kV for 60s
Mode Inputs
- Input Voltage Range - 0 to 35V DC
- Protection - Transient overvoltage and ESD protection
- Connectors - Pluggable 2-way screw terminals, 5.08mm pitch
Alarm Output
- Contacts - Common, Normally Open and Normally Closed
- Alarm Indicator - LED, Red indicates a valid alarm condition
- Contact Ratings - 35VAC / 50VDC
- Connectors - Pluggable 3-way screw terminals, 5.08mm pitch
Mechanical
- Housing Material - 316 Stainless Steel
- Dimensions - 210mm (W) x 128mm (H) x 27mm (D)
- Weight - 530g
- Mounting - Bulkhead mount or DIN rail mount (DIN kit 1)
Approvals and Certifications
- EMC - IEC 60945:2002-08, DNVGL-CG-0339:2019 & IACS UR E10 Rev7
- Compass Safe Distance - 750mm
- Type Approval Certificate - RINA
- Operating Temperature - -25 to +70°C
- Storage Temperature - -40 to +85°C
- Relative Humidity (RH) - 95% @ 55°C
- Environmental Protection - IP40
- Guarantee - 5 Years
Specifications:
- Data Interface: NMEA 0183
- Box Dimensions: 2"H x 6"W x 10"L WT: 1.5 lbs
- UPC: 5060998710522
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★★★★★ 5
One of the best Star Wars comic series of all time.
Format: Kindle
Crimson Empire was the first Star Wars comic that I read. Stories like these are what kept Star Wars alive and fresh during the nearly 20 years between films.
I love the stories about those minor characters that you see in the films. When you saw the Crimson Guard with the Emperor for the first time, you knew there was something fascinating about these guardians of the most powerful being in the universe. This story delves into some of those characters.
The art is fantastic, sort of that stylized 90's colorful art. Awesome battle scenes. It really captures the imagination.
Great story, give it a try. I highly recommend getting a paper copy of this trade.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2015
★★★★★ 5
Top Notch!
Format: Hardcover
A lot of the time when your reading SW books your imagination doesn't quite fill in the gaps that the author leaves. A lot of SW books have little to no detail because they are movie or game based. This is where the top notch illiustrations took this story line to a whole new level! Richardson does a great job on developping the main character. I was very impressed with the quality of the story and blown away with the illustrations. Great read for all!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2013
★★★★★ 5
Great saga!
Format: Kindle
I love this series! It is beautifully painted, has good dialogue, and has a very compelling narrative. I cannot help but like the protagonist, Kir Kanos. He is brave, unselfish, noble, determined, and deadly. Even if his primary goal is to exact vengeance for the killing of the truly evil Palpatine, I cannot help but cheer for him. This is truly a compelling read that refuses to be put down.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2016
★★★★★ 3
Just an OK read
Format: Kindle
I was not aware when I purchased this that it was a Graphic Novel, I really wish that in the blurb about these products it was made very clear that you are buying a Graphic Novel. I like reading, not viewing the written word. Since I got this via Kindle there was no shipping issues. Maybe the Graphic Novels should have their own category, so that we don't end up with things we don't want.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2015
★★★★★ 4
"Thus die all traitors."
Format: Hardcover
At a grand 504 pages, this big book covers the Crimson Empire series in its entirety. Containing the first, second, and third mini-series as well as Bounty Hunters: Kenix Kil, Dark Horse Extra #21-24 "Hard Currency", and Dark Horse Presents #1 "Third Time Pays for All". While some of these stories truly pale in comparison to the original series, they all still form a big story that is collected in this book. Slightly smaller than a regular TPB, this hardcover edition looks nice with a dustjacket (although mine was very off-center) but utilizes a glued binding on this thick book so you lose a bit to gutter loss.
The first story in the book is the classic Crimson Empire series. The six-issue series is collected here in full with a truly timeless story by Randy Stradley and Mike Richardson. Paul Gulacy did the awesome art within the issues. The writing and art work well together with the vibration of the blades to the movie-like, choreographed 12-page fight scene between Kanos and Jax at the end. A truly epic tale with lots of action and mystery that made you feel like you were watching another Star Wars movie but condensed into six issues of a comic book! This alone is worth the purchase price but you get even more stories after this!
Bounty Hunters: Kenix Kil follows the Crimson Empire in a tale following Kir Kanos after the end of the Crimson Empire series and was the third issue in the Bounty Hunters series. Kir becomes the bounty hunter Kenix Kil to move through a bounty hunter-filled planet and get what he needs and get out alive! Javier Saltares did the penciling while Randy Stradley reprised his role for the story. The story's short but tells a bit more about Kir and his journey. The drawings, while not as good as the first series, look good enough to get the story across.
Crimson Empire II: Council of Blood is next directly following the first series as Kir Kanos, as Kenix Kil, continues his quest to destroy what's left of the traitorous Imperial leaders. However, the return of an old friend side-tracks his quest and brings him to an even bigger journey! The old writing team of Mike Richardson and Randy Stradley return in this story as well as the original artist Paul Gulacy. The art's great and the story, though a bit dense, works well. There isn't quite as much action this time around but the story's just as good. The Zanzibar creatures are one of the creepiest things you'll ever see in a Star Wars comic, too!
Next up is the very short four-part comic entitled Hard Currency that appeared in Dark Horse Extra #21-24. The comic is written by Randy Stradley so you know the writing's done well but the art is by Isaas Buckminister Owens and is one God-awful mess. The characters are horribly out of proportion and it looks extremely cartoony. It's very, very short with only a few pages but even if you get past the art, the comic reads like a calendar with the book turned on its side. So, the whole process of reading this out of a 500+ page book is just annoying. I know they probably couldn't print it any other way but it's still inconvenient. However, what you get is a neat story wrapping up the fate of a character that has ran through the first two series and a bit more about Kir's alter ego Kenix Kil. Unlisted, the book appears to start with the third main series but actually contains an 8-page prequel comic that originally appeared in Dark Horse Presents #1 entitled The Third Time Pays for All. The writing has Randy Stradley again and, thankfully, Paul Gulacy on art duty (although his other works here were better). Once again, a short glimpse into the life of (a newly outfitted) Kenix Kil on a bounty-hunting mission while he reminisces about his past run-ins with Mirith Sinn.
Mike, Randy and Paul continue their work with the Crimson Empire III: Empire Lost where Kir Kanos rejoins Mirith Sinn one last time to thwart an Imperial thug from destroying the New Republic and the New Empire in one fell swoop! Leia, Luke, Han, and Chewie appear in this tale as well as Boba Fett to round out a classic cast. The art's great, once again, and the writing, while probably my least favorite of the series, is still pretty good with an epic fight between Kir and Devian. At the end of the book, we get the Crimson Empire Handbook entries on some of the characters as well as a few more covers to gawk at. While this hardcover book looks really nice, Dark Horse still fails to make a truly great edition for this series through the book itself. The contents are great but the small size and lack of comic covers are disappointing. Sadly, that's just how Dark Horse releases their hardcovers and TPBs. But, if you're looking to read the Crimson Empire books, this is the one to get!
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