B&G WS700 Installation guide

Brand
B&G
Model
WS700
Type
Installation guide

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B&G WS700 is a professional-grade wind sensor designed to provide accurate and reliable wind data for sailing and marine applications. With its advanced technology and rugged construction, the WS700 offers exceptional performance in a wide range of conditions.

Key Features:

  • Measures wind speed and angle with high accuracy
  • Durable design withstands harsh marine environments
  • Multiple mounting options for flexible installation
  • Connects to NMEA 2000 networks for easy integration
  • Provides real-time wind data for navigation, sail trim, and racing

Benefits:

  • Enhance your situational awareness with precise wind information

B&G WS700 is a professional-grade wind sensor designed to provide accurate and reliable wind data for sailing and marine applications. With its advanced technology and rugged construction, the WS700 offers exceptional performance in a wide range of conditions.

Key Features:

  • Measures wind speed and angle with high accuracy
  • Durable design withstands harsh marine environments
  • Multiple mounting options for flexible installation
  • Connects to NMEA 2000 networks for easy integration
  • Provides real-time wind data for navigation, sail trim, and racing

Benefits:

  • Enhance your situational awareness with precise wind information
WS700 WIND SENSOR
INSTALLATION GUIDE
*988-12014-001*
Optional equipment
Wind pack Sensor only
A. WS700 wind sensor x x
B. Junction box x
C. Mast cable x
D. Documentation pack x x
A. Mast top bracket
B. Mast face bracket
C. Interface module
Dimensions
H
WS710 0.8 m (32”)
WS720/720S 1.1 m (42”)
WS730/730S 1.4 m (57”)
WS740S 1.8 m (71”)
MountingParts included
Align the
top of the
wind sensor
spar with the
centerline of
the boat
A
B C
D
FORWARD
A C
B
356 mm
(14.0”)
136 mm
(5.4”)
98 mm
(3.9”)
H
A AB
C
D
Cable color Function
Red + 12 V DC (9 – 16 V DC)
Black DC negative
Blue TX_B
White TX_A
Baud Rate 38400
Data Bits 8
Parity None
Stop Bits 1
Cable details
Serial port setup
Compliance
Wiring examples
A. Mast cable
B. Network interface
C. Micro-C T-Joiner
D. Micro-C backbone
Warning: The user is cautioned that any changes or modications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This product complies with:
• The requirements of level 2 devices of the Radiocommunications
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) standard 2017.
• CE under EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
WS710 WS720/720S WS730/730S WS740S
Wind range 0.5-90 knots
Wind speed accuracy +/- 0.2 knots (from 2-80 knots), 0.1 knot resolution
Wind angle accuracy +/- 0.5°
Mounting options Mast top or Mast face bracket (optional) * Custom bracket
Cable options 20, 35, 50 or 80 m (66, 115, 164, 262’)
Supply voltage 12 V DC nominal (via interface or separate supply)
Power consumption 15 mA at 12 V DC / <0.2 W
Weight (without cable) 0.3 kg (0.7 lbs)
0.4 kg (0.9 lbs) /
0.5 kg (1.1 lbs)
0.5 kg (1.1 lbs) 0.6 kg (1.3 lbs)
Water resistance IPx6
Temperature
Operating -15°C to +55°C (5° F to 131° F)
Storage -20°C to +60°C (4°F to 140°F)
Connectivity
NMEA 2000 Via interface (optional)
NMEA 0183 Sensor output: NMEA0183 MWV,R at 10Hz
Technical specications
* The optional Mast face bracket is not suitable for S (Ocean Spec sensor) versions. These require custom bracket.
¼ Note: For the latest updated technical specifications and declarations, refer to the product website on www.bandg.com.
To
NMEA 0183
device
Receiving serial port setup:
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B&G WS700 Installation guide

Brand
B&G
Model
WS700
Type
Installation guide
This manual is also suitable for

B&G WS700 is a professional-grade wind sensor designed to provide accurate and reliable wind data for sailing and marine applications. With its advanced technology and rugged construction, the WS700 offers exceptional performance in a wide range of conditions.

Key Features:

  • Measures wind speed and angle with high accuracy
  • Durable design withstands harsh marine environments
  • Multiple mounting options for flexible installation
  • Connects to NMEA 2000 networks for easy integration
  • Provides real-time wind data for navigation, sail trim, and racing

Benefits:

  • Enhance your situational awareness with precise wind information
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