Navigational Messaging for Engine and Sensor Applications (NMEA 2000) merges with anticipated Raspberry Pi 5 and OpenPlotter 4 upgrades

Navigational Messaging for Engine and Sensor Applications (NMEA 2000) merges with anticipated Raspberry Pi 5 and OpenPlotter 4 upgrades

Sail the high seas with a nautical system overhaul in this super-charged tutorial! Dive into the deep end of NMEA 2000 networking, including SeatalkNG and SimNET, and learn everything from setting up your boat's equipment to interfacing it with a Raspberry Pi 5. You'll discover how to keep your old and new gear talking, integrate all that sweet data into your Pi, and even access it from anywhere.

Fromhooking up your boat’s gear to making cables to connecting it all to a Raspberry Pi 5, we've got you covered! But what's the deal between Raspberry Pi 4 and 5? Which is better for your NMEA 2000 networking needs? Let's compare.

Raspberry Pi 4 offers plenty of power and compatibility for marine applications, including NMEA 2000 networking. It works great with Venus OS, which lets you handle NMEA 2000 data like a pro. But let's not overlook Raspberry Pi 5, with its more powerful CPU, making it ideal for handling complex data tasks. Both support Venus OS and have similar software and boot processes. If you want to switch between sets, it's easy with separate SD cards for your Venus OS images.

But which CAN Bus HAT is right for NMEA 2000 on your Raspberry Pi? Enter the MacArthur HAT, designed specifically for NMEA 2000 networking on Raspberry Pi. It offers reliable interface compatibility with marine networks and works with both Raspberry Pi 4 and 5. For experiments with lesser focus on marine use, consider generic HATs compatible with Raspberry Pi’s GPIO CAN interface.

To build your own cables, you can use UTP cable and connectors, saving a pretty penny. Remember, the Mac Arthur HAT is your go-to for marine-focused connectivity and tested compatibility with NMEA 2000!

You're just a few clicks away from beefing up your nautical system! Check out these handy links:

• NMEA 2000 Tools on Amazon - On AliExpress https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_opx1IED
• 5-Pin M12 Connectors on Amazon - On AliExpress https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oEZemip
• Low-Cost WiFi + NMEA 2000 Wind Turbine System – Let us know if you're interested in the video comments!
• Raspberry Pi 4 4GB on Amazon - On AliExpress https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDER2Uz - At Tiendatec (distributor in Spain) https://www.tiendatec.es/raspberry-pi/gama-raspberry-pi/1100-raspberry-pi-4-modelo-b-4gb-5056561800349.html
• Raspberry Pi 5 8GB on Amazon - On AliExpress https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_onpizRn - At Tiendatec (distributor in Spain) https://www.tiendatec.es/raspberry-pi/gama-raspberry-pi/2149-raspberry-pi-5-16gb-8gb-2gb-2gb-modelo-b.html
• CAN-BUS HAT on Amazon - On AliExpress https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oFqMCC5
• MacArthur HAT - 12v power module https://shop.openmarine.net/front/24-power-module-for-macarthur-hat.html
• Case to fit the Raspberry Pi (4 or 5) along with the MacArthur HAT
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Connect everything with confidence using the video's diagrams!

With the MacArthur HAT

With the super economical CAN-BUS HAT

And if you want to DIY your cables, you can do it cheaply with this UTP cable and connector diagram: here. Sail away with a bang, and remember – knowledge is the key to a successful voyage!

With the MacArthur HAT, you can seamlessly connect a wind turbine to your technology-driven nautical system, leveraging its marine-focused connectivity and NMEA 2000 compatibility. For those looking to save a bit more, consider building custom cables using UTP cable and connectors, which can function well with generic gadgets compatible with Raspberry Pi’s GPIO CAN interface.

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