ViaTRAX Boat Command VMS Installation Guide
- June 9, 2024
- ViaTRAX
Table of Contents
Boat Command VMS
Installation Guide 
Boat Command VMS
Installation Guide
Location:
Install the Boat Command VMS so that it has a clear view of the sky.
Install the Boat Command VMS so the top of the unit is not obstructed by any
large metallic objects. Materials such as metal can interfere with GPS and
cellular signal transmissions.
Install the Boat Command VMS so that you can observe the LED Status Indicators
on the top of the unit.
Install the Boat Command VMS in a dry area, away from the elements. Boat
Command VMS has protection from moisture and dust (IP66).
Mount the Boat Command VMS using the screw holes on the sides.
Note: Record key code from the bottom of the unit before attaching to
vessel.
Harness Connections, VMS:
Boat Command VMS Functionality
Vessel Ground| Black
Vessel Battery (12v or 24v)| Red
Connect the Red Wire to the main battery (12v or 24v DC) or an un-switched power source on the vessel. Connect the Black Wire to the negative side of the battery or the vessel ground.
Harness Connections, Optional Functionality:
Optional Functionality
Hydraulic sensor (NO to ground)| Orange
Bilge pump sensor| Blue
Shore power (requires optional adapter)| White
If a normally open (NO) Hydraulic Sensor is to be monitored, connect the
Orange Wire to the NO switch and connect the other side of the NO switch to
the vessel ground.
If a bilge pump is to be monitored, connect the Blue Wire to the positive side
of the pump.
If shore power is to be monitored, connect the White Wire to the Viatrax Shore
Power Sensor and follow the Shore Power installation instructions.
LED Status Indicators:
The LED indicators are located on the top of the unit near the harness.
The tables below identify the meaning of the blinking sequence for diagnostic
purposes.
Cellular Signal – Amber
Off| Modem off
Blinking| Searching
Solid (on)| Connected
GPS Signal – Green
Off| GPS off
Blinking| Searching
Solid (on)| Connected
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References
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