Operation Manual

7. NMEA Printer and Navigation Log

7.1. Printing of NMEA data

The FMD55 can be used as an NMEA printer. In this mode

NMEA signals are fed via the NMEA 0183 interface unaltered

to the integrated or external printer.

Please note, that only data, which are defined as NMEA

data, can be processed.

The unit, which is destined to supply NMEA data (GPS,

compass, log etc.), should be connected to the NMEA input

of the FMD55.

x Press <SETUP/STDBY> to enter <SETUP 1> menu

x Press No. <2> to enter <SETUP 2> menu

x Press No. <2> to enter <NMEA> menu

x Press No. <1> to enter <NMEA-PRINTER>.

The FMD55 is now operating as an NMEA 0183 printer. When

data comes from the connected device it will be printed

out unaltered. Since NMEA data is transmitted in a one

second rhythm, it is advisable not to leave the unit in this

mode for a longer period, in order to save paper.

This function of the FMD55 is suitable for checking and

documenting NMEA signals.

The mode can be interrupted as follows:

x Press <EXIT> three times to return to standby mode.

ATTENTION:

During the function <NMEA PRINT> the FMD55 cannot

operate other functions. This means that cannot receive

NAVTEX messages nor do the timer functions operate!!