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Digital switching
Mechanical switches and circuit breakers are replaced with programmable digital distribution where circuits can be monitored, named and grouped.
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EmpirBus Digital Switching
Control, monitoring and automation of onboard electrical and electronic systems through digital power distribution, NMEA 2000 networking and a tailored user interface.
What EmpirBus does
Digital switching replaces classic panels and connects loads into smart vessel logic.
EmpirBus enables centralised control and distributed modules: less cabling, cleaner distribution, better diagnostics and system overview on a screen, tablet or phone.
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Screen control
The interface can show custom pages, icons, circuit names, tank status, power and scenarios for the actual vessel layout.
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Distributed modules
CCM/DCM modules are mounted closer to the equipment they control, reducing cable runs and simplifying service.
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Automation scenarios
Logic can be built for lighting scenes, start sequences, load shedding, alarms, automatic pumps, ventilation and safety conditions.
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Monitoring and alarms
The system can display statuses, consumption, warnings, abnormal use and events that help diagnostics and maintenance.
System architecture
Planning starts with a circuit list, equipment locations and desired control points.
Instead of one overloaded switch cabinet, modules are distributed around the vessel, connected to the NMEA 2000/CAN layer and controlled from an interface configured for the specific boat.
NMEA 2000 backbone
EmpirBus devices connect to a network backbone compatible with NMEA 2000/Micro-C connectors.
Modules near loads
Channels are mapped to lights, pumps, wipers, horns, relays, motors, tanks and sensors.
Inputs and manual controls
The system supports switches, sensors, digital inputs and EnOcean wireless switches where practical.
Screen, tablet or phone
Control can be organised through graphic pages, mobile access and simple scenes for crew or owner.
Visual layer
Detailed pages for control, monitoring, power, climate and onboard loads.
The EmpirBus interface does not have to be just a list of switches. Pages can be graphically tailored to the vessel, crew priorities and navigation-system language.
System overview
Status and controls organised by zones and functions.
Fluids and tanks
Levels, pumps, valves and related alarms.
Climate and comfort
Scenarios for air-conditioning, zones and day/night use.
Power and energy
Overview of consumption, main circuits and power status.
Onboard loads
Lighting, wipers, horn, security, entertainment and auxiliary systems.
Helm position
Screen control while keeping a clean cockpit layout.
Modules and technical details
EmpirBus is built as a modular system according to channel count, load and installation location.
From compact DCM solutions to HPR variants and configuration tools, the key is to create an accurate channel list before choosing modules.
Connect 50
Compact DCM for smaller or simpler installations with a mix of inputs, outputs, CAN/RS485/LIN buses and per-channel protection.
- 12/24 V variants
- 10–18 A per output, depending on module
- CAN / NMEA 2000 / RS485 / LIN
- approx. 230 × 106 × 38 mm
Connect HPR
A higher-load variant with 16 configurable bidirectional I/O channels and up to 100 A total load according to published data.
- 16 I/O
- 18 A max output
- 100 A total
- 230 × 106 × 38 mm
NXT DCM
Digital Control Module with 16 configurable channels, NMEA 2000 compatible connector, Molex connectors and IP65 enclosure.
- 16 channels
- NMEA 2000 Micro-C
- Molex MX150L
- IP65 / -20 °C do +55 °C
LogiX / GraphiX / MCU
Tools and interfaces for logic, channels, graphic pages, automatic functions and commissioning.
- EmpirBus Studio
- LogiX
- GraphiX
- MCU / USB / CAN / RS485
UnLucky process
The inquiry is treated as a technical project, not a generic quote.
The form collects the data needed for EmpirBus: vessel type, voltage, number of circuits, existing equipment, upgrade goal and integration level.
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Installation audit
Review of existing panels, breakers, loads, power supply, module locations and available photos.
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Channel list
List of all inputs, outputs, loads, sensors, manual switches and critical systems that must remain available.
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Module plan
Selection of Connect/DCM/HPR modules based on channels, current, location and network topology.
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UI and automation
Graphic pages, zone names, scenes, alarms, interface language and logic for crew or charter use.
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Test and documentation
Channel checks, safety functions, override scenarios, labelling and documentation for future service.
Onboard applications
Where EmpirBus makes the most sense.
The best result comes when digital switching is planned together with power, navigation, comfort and service access.
Lighting zones and dimmers
Pumps, tanks and valves
Climate, ventilation and heating
Wipers, horn and navigation lights
DC/AC loads and load shedding
Security alarms and sensors
Graphic system status
Refits and new installations
EmpirBus inquiry
Send vessel details and get a clearer technical direction for EmpirBus integration.
The contact form is built for digital switching inquiries: the more technical data you send, the easier it is to review modules, channels and integration.
For EmpirBus, the most important step is mapping circuits before ordering modules. That prevents extra channels, poor layout and later rework.