Subject: This AEB is for the following applications:

Vessel View Display Automotive Industrial G-Drive Marine

Date Created: 03/01/2007 File Name : 0.15.06 MAB No.

Revision Date: 03/01/2007 Datalink Interfaces and 0.15.06-03/01/2007

Expire Date: 04/03/2008 Digital Displays
Engine Class : Multiple Engines
Engine Model : Multiple
Author : Jerry R Rattigan Page 1 of 12

Purpose

The purpose of this Marine Application Bulletin is to explain the

Vessel View display that is intended to replace the Diesel View
display. Detailed installation instructions for the Vessel View display
are not included in this bulletin.

Introduction

Cummins MerCruiser Diesel will offer an improved SmartCraft based

digital display that can be used across all QSB, QSC, QSL, QSM and
QSD marine engines. This new product will replace the Diesel View
display that is currently available as a CMD option. This new display
technology offers several advantages and improvements over the
current product. Those improvements are summarized as follows:

• QVGA Transflective (TFT) display

• Multi-Engine monitoring capable
• Supports Link Gauge drive requirements
• Menu driven configuration capabilities
• NMEA 0183 Interface Capable
• Reprogrammable via USB memory device
• Common part used for all Quantum products
• Similar in package size as Diesel View
• +24VDC Capable (with DC / DC converter)
• Supports Onan E-QD generator set data reporting
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Figure 1 provides a graphic of the front of the Vessel View display.
The data screens can be easily navigated by the use of icon identified
pushbuttons located on the right hand side of the display face. All
screens can be accessed via simple button presses.

Figure 1: Vessel View Display – Front View

Figure 2 provides a graphic of the rear of the Vessel View display.

The interface connections are labeled and a brief explanation of each
will be provided later in this document.

Figure 2: Vessel View Display – Rear View

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Discussion

Several supporting technical documents have been created that will

aid the reader in fully understanding the installation requirements and
operational capabilities of the Vessel View display. The following
documents are supplied in the kit and should be used to help better
understand the Vessel View product.

Vessel View Installation Instructions 90 – 898278

Vessel View Owners / Operators Manual TBD

The Vessel View will be available in two different configurations.

These configurations will be referred to as Version 1 and Version 2.
All application considerations detailed within this Marine Application
Bulletin are applicable to both Vessel View versions.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The current Diesel View product will soon be

obsolete and replaced with the Vessel View. Customers using the
Diesel View should be notified and begin planning for the transition to
the Vessel View replacement.

Table 1 provides a summary of the Vessel View options that will be

released against the referenced engine configurations.

Table 1: Vessel View Display Option Reference

Option Engine Reference Notes

Configurations
EG8022 All Quantum Main Station. Not applicable
for DTS or Zeus installations.
EG8023 All Quantum Second Station. Not applicable
for DTS or Zeus installations.
EG8051 QSB, QSC Main Station. Applicable for
Zeus and DTS installations.

Included in the options listed are several components that are

required for proper installation and operation of the Vessel View
display. These components are kitted options and are delivered to the
end user in a kit box supplied with the engine. These components are

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listed below and are described in detail within this Marine Application
Bulletin.

Figure 3 provides a view of the connectors that are located on the

rear of the Vessel View. The two large 24 position connectors are
used for the interface for the Vessel View Interface Harness. Specific
information detailing this harness will be presented later in this
document. The remaining two connectors are covered with screw on
plastic caps which are designed to protect the connector pins from
corrosion due to water intrusion. These caps must remain on the
Vessel View at all times except when downloading calibrations via a
USB memory device to the Vessel View. Details describing the
calibration download process are described in Section 2 (Setup and
Calibration) of the Owners / Operators Manual.

Figure 3: Vessel View Harness Connections

A – Ethernet Connection, B- USB Interface, C- USB Memory Stick

Vessel View Interface Harness – Harness required to connect the

Vessel View display to the helm mounted Junction Block. In addition,
this harness has interface connectors for System Link Gauges,

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NMEA 0183 interface, Ambient Air Temperature Sensor, Alarm Horn
and Keyswitch Jumper Harness.

Keyswitch Jumper Harness – Harness used to route keyswitch

signal from second (Port) engine to the Vessel View. This allows the
Vessel View to be powered from either port or starboard engine in
multiple engine installations.

Ambient Air Temperature Sensor – This is an optional temperature

sensor to be used when the customer requires ambient air
temperature sensing in the helm area.

Vessel View Operators Manual – Detailed documentation required

for proper set up and operation of the Vessel View Display.

Vessel View Installation Instructions – Detailed documentation

required to properly install the Vessel View.

The Vessel View Display is similar in footprint size and mounting hole
size as the Diesel View display. The Vessel View will not fit properly
in a hole cutout made for a Diesel View. If the Vessel View is being
used to replace an existing Diesel View, the cutout hole will need to
be modified. If the customer custom molds their helm area to
accommodate the Diesel View then the Vessel View package size
must be communicated to them so that they understand the changes
that need to be made. Figure 4 and Figure 5 provides a dimensional
comparison of the package size differences between a Diesel View
and a Vessel View.

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 Figure 4: Diesel View Package Size

Figure 5: Vessel View Product Package Size

While the product package size of the Vessel View is not significantly
larger than the Diesel View, customers using the Diesel View should
be notified as soon as possible so that they can prepare for the
product change. Hole cutout sizes may need to be altered for proper
mounting of the Vessel View.

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Figure 6 provides mounting hole cutout details for the Vessel View
display. The Vessel View Installation Instructions (Mercury Document
Number 90-898278) provides a full size cutout template that can be
used as a guide for properly locating and cutting the mounting hole.
Note that the hole cutout shown is rotated 90 degrees, The hole size
is approximately 7.1” wide by 4.4” high.

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Figure 6: Vessel View Hole Cutout Template ( Not to scale and
shown rotated by 90 degrees)

In addition to the mounting hole size there are several other

considerations that need to be evaluated when deciding the location
of the Vessel View Display. While this device is intended to be used

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in a marine environment, the installer should take into account the
following considerations. While the following are not requirements,
adherence to these recommendations should result in the proper
operation as well as increased reliability / durability of the display.

• Mounted in a location that minimizes exposure to excessive

moisture. The rear of the Vessel View should be completely
protected from water splash.

• Mounted in a way that minimizes the angle of viewing when

operating the vessel from the normal location. The Vessel View
will most easily read when placed directly in front of the vessel
operator and viewing angle is 90°.

• Mounted in a location that allows easy operator access without

jeopardizing vessel control. The operator should be able to
easily reach the Vessel View buttons to navigate through
screens or acknowledge fault conditions.

• The Vessel View should be mounted in a location that allows a

service technician easy access the rear of the Vessel View
without significant dismantling of the vessel helm area.

• The Vessel View should be mounted to a flat surface that

allows the rubber ring around the Vessel View to form a water
tight seal preventing water from reaching the connectors on the
rear of the device.

• The installer must ensure that there is a minimum of 6” of free

space behind the Vessel View to allow proper connection of
required interface connectors. This space will allow for
unobstructed access to the connectors and allow for proper
harness bend radius.

Vessel View Interface Harness

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The Vessel View harness is the main connection harness from the
Junction Block and the Vessel View display. In addition, this harness
is used to connect the Vessel View display to any link gauge
instrumentation that is installed at the helm location. There are
several critical dimensions that need to be understood when installing
The Vessel View and the relative location of the display to the
Junction Block and link instrumentation.

Unlike the Diesel View display which had a connection to both the
Starboard and Port engine Junction Blocks, the Vessel View harness
is designed to connect directly to the Starboard (master engine)
Junction Block. In the event of dual engine installations, an Ignition
Jumper Harness may be required. Refer to Table 2 for details on
Vessel View interconnect requirements.

Table 2: Vessel View Interface Harness Connections

Engine / Display Connect to Connect to External

Configuration Port Starboard Ignition
Junction Junction Harness
Block Block
Single Engine /
Single Display N/A YES NO

Dual Engine / Single

Display NO YES YES

Single Engine / Dual

Display NO YES NO
(see Note 1)
Dual Engine / Dual
Display N/A YES NO

Note 1: In single engine installations, the engine is considered a

master engine and denoted as a Starboard or Master engine.

The installer must be aware of the total length of the Vessel View
Interface Harness. When determining the location of the Vessel View,

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relative to the Junction Block and Link Gauges (if used), the installer
must ensure that these lengths are not exceeded. There will not be
extension harnesses available that will allow for remote mounting of
the Vessel View. The installer must be aware of how the wires will be
routed in the helm area and be sure that the harness will
accommodate the location of the system components. There should
always be sufficient service loop at all connection points so that
unnecessary stress is not applied to the connectors when the system
is connected. As mentioned earlier, the Vessel View display requires
a minimum of 6” of clearance behind the display when mounted to
allow for harness connections and bend radius. These critical
dimensions are illustrated in Figure 7.

Figure 7: Vessel View Interface Harness Dimensions

Connections to
32” Maximum Link Gauges

Junction
Block

Vessel
View

60” Maximum

When installing the Vessel View Interface Harness the installer

should be aware of other components that are or may be installed in
the helm area. Care should be exercised to minimize the possibility of
damage of this harness due to drilling or cutting holes in the helm
surface. Vessels are frequently shipped from manufacturers without
many helm electronics installed. It is typically the responsibility of the
dealer to install electronics such as radars, chart plotters and radios
based on the customer requirements. Therefore, it is important to use
care when determining wire harness routing and be mindful of the
possibility of future electronics installations.

Change Log

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3/01/2007 MAB created by Jerry Rattigan JR
4/3/2007 Published to the Web DDC

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