{"product_id":"actisense-pro-buf-2-nmea-0183-buffer-with-opto-isolated-inputs-and-ethernet-port","title":"Actisense PRO-BUF-2 NMEA 0183 Buffer with Opto-Isolated Inputs and Ethernet Port","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRO NMEA 0183 Buffer - 2 OPTO Inputs, 12 ISO-Drive Outputs, Serial Port, Ethernet Port, Pluggable Screw Terminal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"isPasted\"\u003eTwo 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp id=\"isPasted\"\u003eThe Intelligent NMEA 0183 Buffers manually configurable basic modes of operation include variations of buffer modes, intelligent auto-switch, and combine modes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelpful LEDs indicate power, data in, data out, and the alarm status to aid diagnostics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eData statistics and load indication via the web tool provide a real-time view of data.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"isPasted\"\u003e2 Opto-Isolated inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 ISO-Drive NMEA 0183 outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEthernet Port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible operating modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic Baud Rate matching on inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlarm output options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeb-based configuration tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiagnostic LEDs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced Data Filtering and Routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 virtual Autoswitch modules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData statistics and load indication via a web tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for a 12 \/ 24 Volt supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuture-proofing with easily upgradable firmware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-part pluggable connector system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless Steel Housing with DIN rail mount option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType Approved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"isPasted\"\u003eFlexible configuration options to buffer autoswitch or combine NMEA data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISO-Drive separates the Listener from the Talker to protect both the PRO-BUF and each connected device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast bi-directional data connection to a monitor and control software application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePRO-BUF can be configured using any web browser on any Operating system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks out-of-the-box without configuration for basic installations, or can be easily user-configured as required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelay output is compatible with on-board alarm systems, and the NMEA Alarm sentence can be displayed and actioned on an MFD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to access via network, doesnt require the device to be moved or have a serial connection to the PC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA quick visual check gives the user confidence that each input and output is passing data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures can be utilised to fine-tune data, avoiding data overloads on the outputs and connected listeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows automatic data priority selection between two devices of the same type of data (e.g., GPS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShows the NMEA 0183 on each I\/O Port, and how frequently it arrives, great for low-level diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows use on large vessel 24V DC power supply systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional features in future firmware revisions are accessed using a simple update process via Actisense Toolkit over Ethernet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast installations and supports both screw and screwless terminal types. Ideal for quick diagnostic swapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased durability, ease of installation, and high performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be installed on vessels governed by Class Society Rules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType Approved (RINA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"isPasted\"\u003eInput Supply Voltage - 9 to 35 V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Supply Current - 325mA max @ 12V DC (all outputs @ full drive into 100 ohm loads)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Protection - Continuous reverse polarity, transient overvoltage, and ESD protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Indicator - LED, Blue  indicates unit is functioning correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Supply Connector - Pluggable 2-way screw terminal, 5.08mm pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp id=\"isPasted\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNMEA 0183 Port  Listener  Talker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"isPasted\"\u003eNumber of Listener \/ Input Ports - 2 isolated NMEA 0183 Listeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of Talker \/ Output Ports - 12 isolated NMEA 0183 Talkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility - Fully NMEA 0183, RS422  RS232 compatible. RS-485 Listener compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed\/baud rate - 4800 to 38400 bps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalker Output Voltage Drive - \u0026gt;= 2.2V (differential) into 100 ohm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalker Output Current Drive - 20 mA maximum per output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalker Output Protection - Short circuit and ESD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalker Data Indicator - LED, Orange (Flashes at data rate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListener Input Voltage Tolerance - -15 V to +15 V continuous, -35 V to +35 V short term (\u0026lt; 1 second)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListener Input Protection - Current limited, overdrive protection to 40 VDC, and ESD protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListener Data Indicator - LED, Green (Flashes to indicate valid input)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnectors - Pluggable 2\/3-way screw terminals, 5.08mm pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Port\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"isPasted\"\u003eCompatibility - RS422  RS232 compatible. 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Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c!--- cis2:m2lumZRk ---\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Actisense PRO-BUF-2 is a robust, type-approved NMEA 0183 buffer designed for marine and industrial applications. Featuring two OPTO-isolated inputs and twelve ISO-Drive isolated outputs, it provides reliable data buffering with device protection, making it ideal for large leisure vessels, commercial ships, and systems requiring high safety standards. Its stainless steel housing ensures durability and corrosion resistance, suitable for harsh marine environments. The device's flexible configuration allows seamless integration into existing systems through web-based setup, enabling detailed customization of data routing, filtering, and auto-switching modes. The PRO-BUF-2 supports automatic baud rate matching, advanced diagnostics via LEDs, and real-time data statistics, simplifying installation and troubleshooting. Its pluggable screw terminal connectors support quick wiring, while the DIN rail mounting option facilitates neat and secure installation either on bulkheads or panels. The device's Ethernet port enables network-based configuration, firmware updates, and data monitoring, further enhancing its usability and future-proofing. Equipped with alarm outputs and comprehensive isolation on all ports, the PRO-BUF-2 ensures system integrity and safety, meeting rigorous standards like IEC 60945 and DNVGL-CG-0339:2019. Designed for 12 or 24-volt power systems, it is built to operate reliably in demanding environments with temperature ranges from -25°C to +70°C. Overall, the Actisense PRO-BUF-2 offers a high-performance, flexible solution for complex NMEA 0183 networks, with features that support easy installation, diagnostics, and system expansion. Its versatile configuration options allow it to buffer, autoswitch, or combine NMEA data streams, making it a valuable component for modern marine data systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e2 OPTO-Isolated inputs for enhanced device protection\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e12 ISO-Drive NMEA 0183 outputs for reliable data distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eEthernet port for network configuration and data transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eFlexible operating modes including auto-switch and data combining\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAutomatic baud rate matching for seamless device integration\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAlarm output options for system alerts\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeb-based configuration tool compatible across all major operating systems\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDiagnostic LEDs for power, data in\/out, and alarm status\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAdvanced data filtering and routing capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eSupports virtual autoswitch modules for data priority management\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eReal-time data statistics and load monitoring via web interface\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesigned for 12 and 24-volt DC power supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eFuture firmware upgrades accessible via Ethernet\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eTwo-part pluggable connectors support quick wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eStainless steel housing with optional DIN rail mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eType approved (RINA certification) for marine compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eProtection against transient overvoltage, ESD, and high-voltage surges\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eHigh current and voltage protection on all ports\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eSupports large vessel applications and class society standards\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eCompact and durable design suitable for harsh environments\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Actisense","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44432027025450,"sku":"99820","price":880.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/2285\/8794\/files\/99820XL.jpg?v=1780891422","url":"https:\/\/atticusgoods.com\/products\/actisense-pro-buf-2-nmea-0183-buffer-with-opto-isolated-inputs-and-ethernet-port","provider":"Atticus Goods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}