Module D – Data communication Interfacing
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Module D – Data communication Interfacing

 127 Where possible, standardized and approved communication protocols for interfacing should be usedfootnote.

D.1 Input data

128 The communication protocol for input data should allow the implementation of the supported functions for the intended application grade and performance level as described in these Guidelines. In particular, this includes:

  • .1 reception of all PNT relevant data (raw or processed); and

  • .2 the data received should be marked either by the source itself or with a unique source identifier within the PNT-DP.

D.2 Output data

129 The communication protocol for output interfacing should allow the transmission of selected PNT data including integrity and status data.

130 PNT output data, including status and integrity data used for navigation, as well as PNT data processing configuration data, should be provided as an output to support recording by VDR systems.

D.3 Configuration interfacing

131 The manufacturer should provide data interfacing with the mothering system for configuration.

Parent topic: Annex - Guidelines for Shipborne Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT) Data Processing
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