Simrad Pro MX612 Junction Box

The Simrad Pro MX612 junction box is a key component of the MX612 professional navigation system. It is designed for professional mariners and serves as a centralized data hub, facilitating the integration and distribution of information between various onboard equipment via NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000, and SimNet interfaces.

The MX612 junction box provides extended connectivity options, including SimNet, NMEA 2000, and NMEA 0183 interfaces, enabling integration with a wide range of marine devices.

The MX612 junction box has a total of 12 NMEA 0183 ports. Of these, 10 are available for general data distribution to other onboard systems, and 2 are specifically reserved for antenna communications.

The MX612 junction box is powered by a local 12/24 VDC source.

Yes, the MX612 junction box is part of the MX612 professional navigation system, which is IMO (International Maritime Organization) certified, attesting to its compliance with international standards for professional marine equipment.

The Simrad Pro MX612 junction box weighs approximately 4 kg (about 8.8 lbs).

The MX612 junction box simplifies the connection of various NMEA devices such as ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System), AIS (Automatic Identification System) systems, and gyros (gyrocompasses).

The MX612 junction box has a NMEA 2000 Load Equivalency Number (LEN) of 1, meaning it draws approximately 50 mA from the NMEA 2000 network.

Yes, per the specifications, an NMEA 2000 cable is included in the NMEA 2000 kit supplied with the MX612 junction box.

The MX612 junction box is structured with three internal boards for the NMEA 0183 ports:

Board 1: Includes power, the NMEA 2000 connector, and ports 1 to 4. Board 2: Handles ports 5 to 8. Board 3: Handles ports 9 to 12.

The MX612 junction box is classified as an accessory and a processor/computer/Ethernet module, acting as a data integration component within a larger system.

The MX612 junction box is a Simrad Pro product.

Yes, the MX612 junction box offers extended connectivity, including compatibility with SimNet systems in addition to NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 interfaces.

Two of the 12 NMEA 0183 ports on the MX612 junction box are specifically reserved for antenna communications, ensuring dedicated connectivity for antenna signals.

The SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) for the MX612 junction box is 000-10916-001.

Yes, thanks to its NMEA 2000 connector and low power consumption (LEN of 1), the MX612 junction box is designed to integrate easily into an existing NMEA 2000 network for data distribution.

Yes, the MX612 junction box is specifically designed for professional mariners and is part of an IMO-certified system, making it perfectly suited for demanding professional marine installations.

The MX612 junction box acts as a centralized data hub, using its multiple NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000, and SimNet ports to collect and distribute data from various onboard equipment (ECDIS, AIS, gyro, etc.) to other systems on the vessel.

The MX612 junction box is equipped with an NMEA 2000 connector for integration into the NMEA 2000 network.

Yes, the MX612 junction box belongs to the MX610/MX612/GN70 product family, indicating its integration into this range of professional navigation systems.