Network connections ContentsNetworking constraintsIn systems that include more than one chartplotter, the chartplotters must be networked together using an Ethernet network. The Ethernet network can be either a direct RayNet cable connection or connection via a network switch, such as the RNS-5. The following constraints apply when networking chartplotters:NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk NG connectionThe MFD/Chartplotter can be connected to a NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk NG network by connecting a spur cable to the NMEA 2000 (DeviceNet) connector located on the rear of the MFD/Chartplotter.NMEA 0183 connectionThe display can transmit and receive NMEA 0183 data when using a compatible NMEA 2000 to NMEA 0183 converter, such as the Actisense® NGW-1 converter (part number: A80721), connected to the same NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk NG network as the display.Network connectionThe display can be connected to compatible network products by connecting a network cable from the product to a NETWORK connector located on the rear of the display. Alternatively, the display can be connected to a network switch, e.g.: RNS-5, or the YachtSense Link marine router.Power over Ethernet (PoE)Power over Ethernet (PoE) is a system which allows both power and data to be passed along a single Ethernet cable.Internet connectionSome features require the display to have a connection to the internet.Previous topic: Power connectionsNext topic: Video connections