Using/Viewing NMEA 2000 Data on a PC
To view the NMEA 2000 data on your network you will require an Actisense NGT-1 and our freely available NMEA Reader software.
Together, these become great NMEA 2000 diagnostic tools. As your NMEA
2000/SeaTalkNG network grows, being able to see what messages and
devices are on your network will become vital to help you understand any
issues:
For further details on the NGT-1 and NMEA Reader, visit the following article: https://www.actisense.com/knowledge-base/nmea-2000/ngt-1/using-viewing-nmea-2000-data-on-a-pc/
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