[CA] [CA11] Bridging two networks with SeaTalk1

[Planetdaz]

Thanks Chuck!

Is that because I'd be supplying the Seatalk1 bus with power from 2 different locations? If so, could I solve that problem by cutting the power and ground from one of the cables joining the adapter to the ST1 network? I could do that by going through another ST1 junction box and using a modified ST1 cable. I've attached a modified drawing of my idea.

The reason I'm keen to try and make this particular configuration work is that I already have all the gear for it and don't really want to buy another instrument (i60). While I was waiting for your reply I went ahead and tried it and it did work with data going both ways. What would the symptoms of a ground loop look like?

I did notice that AIS data doesn't traverse the ST1 bridge, which I expected due to the protocol not supporting AIS sentences. Are there any other data components I should not expect to see coming across this bridge?

Thanks again!