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Yacht Devices YDWG-02N NMEA 2000 Wi-Fi Gateway with Micro Male Connector, NMEA 0183 Converter and RAW Protocol
The Yacht Devices YDWG-02N is a wireless gateway designed to transfer data between an NMEA 2000 marine network and compatible PCs, laptops, tablets and smartphones. It provides access to navigation and vessel information through Wi-Fi, allowing compatible software or the built-in Web Gauges interface to display data without a direct wired computer connection.
The YDWG-02N version is equipped with an NMEA 2000 Micro Male connector. The gateway can create its own Wi-Fi network or connect to an existing onboard wireless network, providing flexible integration with marine applications and navigation systems.
Main Features
- NMEA 2000 Micro Male connector
- 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi interface
- Creates its own Wi-Fi Access Point
- Can operate as a client of an existing Wi-Fi network
- Approximately 30 m / 100 ft open-space Wi-Fi range
- Bidirectional NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 conversion
- Supports RAW protocol for NMEA 2000 message transfer
- Supports TCP and UDP simultaneously
- Up to 3 Wi-Fi clients in Access Point mode
- Up to 9 TCP application connections
- Unlimited UDP clients
- Built-in web interface for configuration and diagnostics
- Built-in Web Gauges for real-time vessel data display
- Firmware updates through Wi-Fi
- Supports NMEA 2000 message filtering
- Can be used as a wireless NMEA 2000 extender with another compatible gateway
Electrical and Physical Specifications
Parameter Specification Model YDWG-02N Supply voltage 7–17 V from NMEA 2000 network Current consumption 43 mA Load Equivalency Number 1 LEN Reverse polarity protection Yes Wi-Fi standard 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi antenna range in open space 30 m / 100 ft Maximum Wi-Fi connections in Access Point mode 3 Maximum TCP application connections 9 UDP clients Unlimited Device case length 54 mm Weight 18 g Operating temperature range -20 to +55°C
Supported Vessel Data
Depending on the sensors and equipment installed on the NMEA 2000 network, the gateway can provide compatible applications with data including:
- Vessel course
- Vessel speed
- Position
- Wind speed
- Wind direction
- Water depth
- AIS messages from vessels and aircraft
- Engine data
- Tank data
- Battery data
- Other available NMEA 2000 information
Wi-Fi Operating Modes
Mode Function Access Point The gateway creates its own Wi-Fi network for direct connection of laptops, tablets and smartphones Client The gateway connects to an existing onboard Wi-Fi network
In Access Point mode, the gateway can support up to three Wi-Fi connections. In Client mode, coverage depends on the range and configuration of the existing onboard Wi-Fi network.
TCP and UDP Data Servers
The YDWG-02N supports both TCP and UDP network protocols. Up to three internal data servers can be configured, and each server can be assigned a protocol, data format and communication direction.
- Up to 3 configurable data servers
- Up to 3 TCP connections per server
- Up to 9 TCP application connections in total
- Unlimited UDP clients
- Transmit-only, receive-only or bidirectional operation
- NMEA 0183 and RAW data protocols
NMEA 0183 Conversion
The gateway contains a bidirectional converter between NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183. This allows compatible NMEA 0183 software to receive data from an NMEA 2000 network and, when configured for bidirectional communication, send supported data back to NMEA 2000.
NMEA 0183 applications can also use $PCDIN and $MXPGN sentences to exchange raw NMEA 2000 messages, providing access to extended engine, tank, battery and digital switching data.
RAW Protocol
RAW protocol provides direct transfer of NMEA 2000 messages, including proprietary messages, between the marine network and compatible applications.
- Bidirectional raw NMEA 2000 message transfer
- Supports proprietary NMEA 2000 messages
- Compatible with Expedition 10
- Compatible with CAN Log Viewer
- Suitable for diagnostics and software development
NMEA Message Filtering
The YDWG-02N includes configurable filters for controlling which NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 messages are transferred between the vessel network and connected applications.
- NMEA 0183 filtering by sentence formatter
- NMEA 2000 filtering by PGN
- NMEA 2000 filtering by sender address
- NMEA 2000 filtering by message identifier and mask
- WHITE and BLACK filter modes
- Separate incoming and outgoing filters
- Global NMEA 2000 filters
Web Gauges
The built-in Web Gauges interface allows vessel data to be viewed in real time from a standard web browser on a PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone. No additional application or internet connection is required for local use.
- Four customizable data pages
- Course and speed display
- Apparent wind data
- True wind data
- Engine RPM
- Engine temperature
- Fuel rate
- Position and time
- Log information
- Sea and air temperature
- Atmospheric pressure
- Depth data
Autopilot Support
The gateway can be configured to control compatible NMEA 2000 and Raymarine SeaTalk NG autopilots from NMEA 0183 navigation software.
For autopilot control, the gateway can use navigation information including waypoint position, bearing and cross-track error received from supported NMEA 0183 sentences.
Wireless NMEA 2000 Extender
Two compatible Wi-Fi Gateways can be configured to join separate physical NMEA 2000 networks wirelessly. For this configuration, both gateways use UDP communication with the same port number.
Diagnostics
The gateway can output diagnostic information containing NMEA 2000 traffic and data exchanged with an application. Diagnostic data can be viewed through a web browser or compatible terminal software.
- Records sent and received NMEA 2000 messages
- Records data exchanged with NMEA server ports
- Real-time debug output through a configured server
- Suitable for troubleshooting application and network communication
Firmware Updates
Firmware can be updated through the gateway’s administration website over Wi-Fi. The current firmware version can also be viewed through the web interface or through compatible NMEA 2000 equipment.
Installation
The YDWG-02N connects directly to the NMEA 2000 backbone without a drop cable. The gateway should be installed in a dry location and positioned away from metal bulkheads or other conductive materials that can weaken the Wi-Fi signal.
- Direct NMEA 2000 backbone connection supported
- Switch off NMEA 2000 bus power before installation
- Dry mounting location required
- Avoid installation behind metal bulkheads
- Plastic and wood have little effect on Wi-Fi signal strength
Package Contents
- YDWG-02N NMEA 2000 Wi-Fi Gateway – 1 pc.
- Paperclip for hidden reset button – 1 pc.
- User Manual – 1 pc.
NMEA 2000 drop cable is not supplied. The device can be connected directly to the network backbone without a drop cable.
Product Identification
Parameter Specification Brand Yacht Devices MPN YDWG-02N EAN 4779045210250 -
