• J1939 TO NMEA 2000 gateway to bring engine data to the boat network
• Delivers engine diagnostic to a connected MFD or smartphone in conjunction with a Veratron GO device
• Galvanic isolation between J1939 and NMEA 2000 networks
• Optional Y-shaped adapter cables to interface specific engines
• Inputs: SAE J1939
• Output: NMEA 2000
• Current consumption: €°¤ 100 mA
• Nominal voltage: 12 V (from NMEA 2000 network)
• Protection class: IP X9/K
• Dimensions: 125 mm x 32 mm (+cables)
• Cable length: 2x 25cm
• Connector: Deutsch DT04-6P (Male)
• Wireless interface: NFC
• Operating temperature: -30°C to 80°C

The Linkup Gateway Concept

The LinkUp J1939 provides an easy method to convert engine or vessel information to NMEA 2000. Easily installed the LinkUp gateway replaces the original wiring by a single NMEA2000 drop cable. The data is then available for being displayed on any NMEA 2000 display device. Configuring LinkUp gateways is simple using a mobile device and the companion LinkUp Configurator App for Android or iOS.

Each device has a built-in passive NFC antenna so the parameters of the engine such as engine instances or the alarm settings are wirelessly configured on the mobile device which is then "tapped" against the LinkUp device for instant data download.

Design and Function

The LinkUp gateway has a simple but yet effective design. The potted housing allows the unit to be installed in Engine Rooms making it compliant to the ISO 8846:1990 as requested by the directive 2013-53(EC). The standard NMEA 2000 M12 plug allows for a plug-and-play installation to the network backbone. The CAN J1939 connection happens through a Deutsch DT04-6P 6-pole connector.

Linkup Configurator App

To configure the system some parameters must be calibrated through the LinkUp gateway. These
parameters are:

• Number of engines which should be analyzed through this gateway
• The engine instances of those motors
• Which alarms to receive on the dashboard

This is possible through the "LinkUp Configurator" smartphone App which can be downloaded free of charge from the stores of both Android and iOS devices. A simple and detailed explanation of the configuration process is also available as in-app instructions. Thanks to the passive embedded NFC receiver the LinkUp gateway can be configured without the need of a power supply.