Small in size but big in capability, the Digital Yacht SeaTalk to NMEA Converter bridges legacy SeaTalk networks with modern NMEA0183 devices. It’s designed for boats with SeaTalk 1 gear and upgrades displays, autopilots, and chart plotters without replacing core equipment.
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Bi-directional SeaTalk-NMEA0183 conversion: Enables reliable data sharing between SeaTalk and NMEA0183 networks and devices.
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Power from SeaTalk network: Powered from the SeaTalk network for easy installation without an extra power supply in many setups.
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Robust SeaTalk interface: Multi-stage transistor SeaTalk interface delivers dependable performance across legacy equipment.
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Opto-isolated NMEA input and differential NMEA0183 output: Maximize noise immunity and data integrity.
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Raw Data mode ($STALK): Configurable Raw Data mode to access raw SeaTalk data for advanced users and Open Source projects.
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Comprehensive navigational data conversion: Converts all the key navigational data between SeaTalk and NMEA0183, ensuring broad compatibility.
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Wireless and USB compatibility: Compatible with Digital Yacht’s wireless NMEA servers for wireless SeaTalk networking; USB version available for direct PC or Mac connection.
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Compact and installation-friendly design: Its compact, reliable design makes installation straightforward on boats with SeaTalk 1 networks dating back to the 1990s, unlocking interoperability between legacy instruments and today’s displays, autopilots, and chart plotters.
This converter fills a critical gap by delivering full SeaTalk-to-NMEA data conversion when other solutions aren’t available. Its ability to share data across legacy and modern equipment, while drawing power from SeaTalk and offering raw data access for advanced projects, helps you modernize navigation without replacing core gear and preserves your existing investment.
