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4) As the SmartCraft system evolves one can envision automated trim tabs

controlling vessel pitch, roll, and yaw. Because the platform can accept

compatible products, this, and any other approved product may be

integrated (installed) to the Platform by an approved dealer, after the

platform vessel leaves the boatbuilder.

NOTE: Because SmartCraft offers so many options for custom tailoring of the

vessel and its systems, product configurations may differ from builder to

builder or from boat model to model. The essence of SmartCraft is that when

a boatbuilder or dealer chooses Mercury’s SmartCraft Platform, he or she may

custom tailor the system products based on the guidelines in this manual, to

the needs of the consumer.

SmartCraft Platform - Kvaser CAN Kingdom

Overview

What is CAN?

CAN stands for Control Area Network, where the inputs and outputs of

electronic devices in a network are controlled for the common good of the

system or area.

CAN Kingdom, a communication technology patented by Kvaser Industries is

a hierarchy based protocol that is applied to a standard J1939, or NMEA 2000

CAN bus. Hierarchy protocol technology allows an otherwise completely open

data– bus to be organized to enhance the safety and reliability of the CAN bus

for use with safety critical products such as boat propulsion systems, and

propulsion electronic remote controls.

NOTE: Mercury Marine is utilizing Kvaser’s CAN Kingdom protocol for its

SmartCraft Platform data transmission structure.

SmartCraft System Products

Notes

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