MiniPlex-3USB NMEA Multiplexer – Reliable Marine Connectivity

ShipModul MiniPlex-3USB NMEA Multiplexer

The MiniPlex-3USB NMEA Multiplexer from ShipModul is a professional marine data communication solution designed to integrate multiple NMEA 0183 navigation instruments and connect them with a PC or onboard computer through USB.

The MiniPlex-3USB NMEA Multiplexer provides an efficient way to collect, manage and distribute navigation data from multiple onboard instruments. It is particularly suitable for yachts, pleasure boats, commercial vessels and professional marine electronics installations where reliable NMEA 0183 communication is required.

Reliable NMEA 0183 Data Integration

Modern vessels can have numerous navigation instruments transmitting NMEA data simultaneously. The MiniPlex-3USB NMEA Multiplexer combines these separate NMEA 0183 data streams and makes the information available to other connected equipment.

It can be used to integrate marine equipment such as:

• GPS and GNSS receivers
• AIS systems
• Autopilots
• Gyro and heading sensors
• Depth sounders
• Speed and log instruments
• Wind instruments
• Navigation displays
• Chartplotters
• Marine PCs
• Onboard computers
• Compatible navigation and monitoring software

This makes the MiniPlex-3USB NMEA Multiplexer particularly useful when several NMEA 0183 instruments need to communicate with a computer or other navigation equipment.

USB Connection for Marine Computers

One of the key advantages of the MiniPlex-3USB NMEA Multiplexer is its USB interface, providing a convenient connection between the vessel’s NMEA 0183 equipment and a PC or onboard computer.

Navigation and instrumentation data can therefore be made available to compatible marine software for navigation, monitoring, data logging and other onboard applications.

Intelligent NMEA Data Routing and Filtering

The ShipModul MiniPlex-3USB provides more than basic NMEA signal combining. Its intelligent data-management capabilities allow NMEA traffic to be organized and distributed according to the requirements of the onboard system.

NMEA sentences can be routed and filtered, helping ensure that the required navigation information reaches the appropriate equipment.

This functionality is especially valuable when multiple instruments transmit similar information or when only selected NMEA sentences need to be forwarded.

Ideal for NMEA 0183 Network Upgrades

The MiniPlex-3USB NMEA Multiplexer is suitable for both new marine electronics installations and upgrades of existing NMEA 0183 networks.

Typical applications include:

• Pleasure boats and yachts
• Sailing yachts
• Motor yachts
• Commercial vessels
• Workboats
• Marine navigation system upgrades
• NMEA 0183 network expansion
• Navigation electronics retrofits
• PC-based navigation systems
• Marine instrumentation integration

Its combination of NMEA 0183 multiplexing and USB connectivity makes it a practical solution for integrating legacy and modern marine navigation equipment.

Professional Marine Electronics Integration

Correct NMEA integration depends on the existing onboard instruments, communication interfaces and required data flow.

For vessels with multiple navigation instruments or more complex NMEA networks, the MiniPlex-3USB NMEA Multiplexer can form an important part of a professionally designed marine data network.

Contact our marine electronics team with details of your existing navigation equipment and required connections. We can assist with selecting, configuring and integrating the appropriate ShipModul NMEA multiplexer and marine interface solution for your vessel.