S-link is a "CAN" based control system with full intelligent communication between all units in the system, much like a computer network.
Main advantages include:
- Round, compact and waterproof connectors with unique keying and color coding to avoid faulty hookup
- Unlimited number of commands or information transferred on a single cable
- User feedback at panel
- Intelligent troubleshooting
S-link cable component overview:
BACKBONE Cable |
| Forms the mail "loop" around the boat |
SPUR Cable |
| Must be used to connect all parts to the backbone cable (one spur for each component, no exceptions), recommended to be as short as practically possible. |
POWER Cable |
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| One required in each system to power the S-link system |
T-CONNECTOR |
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| Must be one for each spur in the system, including power cable |
TERMINATOR |
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| One required in each end of the backbone "loop" |