IS12 Instruments SimNet info

Background Information
When performing a SimNet ‘DataSource’ set-up
procedure it is possible that some IS12 instruments
manufactured during the early part of 2004 can show
the incorrect manufacturers name.

Symptoms
On a SimNet product with a medium or large display
(like CExx, APxx or CPxx), when you access the
installation/SimNet set-up display and study the
detailed information for a particular product on the
SimNet bus, the Manufacturer name will be presented
as ‘Thomas G Faria’ and not ‘Simrad’.
Investigation
An investigation has revealed that IS12 products with
full SimNet software invoiced between 29-Mar-04
and 02-Jul-04 will exhibit the above symptoms.

Effect
The incorrect name has minimal impact on the
functionality of the instruments. In systems with IS12
Instruments that exhibit this behaviour, an error
message (‘Err’) could appear for a short time on a
repeater such as Mega, Data, Compass or Wind. The
error message is displayed for two seconds and then
the repeater returns to normal functioning.

Solution
By simply plugging in an IS12 Remote Control (full
SimNet version, serial number UD1001 onwards)
into the network the manufacturer name will be
instantly rectified and any affected units will function
correctly.

Frank