{"product_id":"seakeeper-ride-simrad-2m-ethernet-cable-20346sp","title":"Seakeeper Ride 2m Ethernet Cable for Simrad MFD","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eRunning your Seakeeper Ride from your helm display instead of the dedicated 5-inch touch screen? This is the cable that makes it happen. It's the factory 2-meter Ethernet assembly that ties your Ride controller into a Seakeeper-compatible Simrad MFD, so ride control and attitude data live right on the screen you're already watching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Seakeeper Ride system does its work quietly, trimming out the bow rise, the roll, and the yaw that wear a crew out over a long day. But the controller behind the transom needs a way to talk to the screen at your helm. That's what this cable is. It's the factory 2-meter Ethernet assembly that carries Ride control and attitude data from the controller up to a compatible multifunction display, so you're not reaching for a separate box to adjust anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the practical payoff. Once this cable is run and the display is set up, your Ride controls live on the same MFD you already use for charts, sonar, and radar. You adjust the system, watch pitch and roll, and confirm it's doing its job without adding another screen to an already crowded dash. On a center console or an express where helm real estate is tight, that matters. One less thing bolted to the console, one less thing to wire, one less thing to fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a purpose-built assembly, not a generic patch cord. The connector is keyed for the display's Ethernet port and the whole thing is terminated at the factory, so there's no field-crimped RJ45 sitting in the bilge waiting to corrode or work loose. That's the kind of detail that saves you a frustrating afternoon chasing an intermittent dropout six months after the install.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA word on length. This one's 2 meters, roughly 6 and a half feet. On a lot of boats that's plenty to get from the controller to a nearby helm. On bigger hulls, 25 feet and up, or where the controller sits well aft and the display is way forward, measure your run before you buy. If the cable won't reach cleanly, you want to know that before you're on your back under the console. Don't force a short cable into a long run and don't leave it dangling under tension either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall it like you'd install any Ethernet run on a boat. Keep the bend radius easy. A hard kink during the pull-through is the number one cause of the flaky, comes-and-goes connection that drives everyone crazy. Route it away from standing bilge water where you can, and a dab of dielectric grease on the connector before you seat it goes a long way against moisture creeping into the pins. These are small habits, but they're the difference between a connection you set and forget and one you're revisiting every season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing to be clear about. This is a pure Ethernet data path. It carries the Ride system's high-rate control and attitude information, and that traffic doesn't ride the NMEA 2000 backbone. So this cable isn't a substitute for your network drop or your power and data trunk. It does one job, connecting the Ride controller to your display, and it does that job well. If your display is new to Ride integration, check that it's running current firmware before you go looking for hardware faults. A lot of it-won't-connect calls come down to a software update that hasn't been done yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's this for? Anyone adding MFD control to a Seakeeper Ride install, or anyone replacing a damaged or too-short original cable. It pairs with the Ride controller and the compatible display and that's the whole story. If you're not integrating Ride with a helm display, and you're happy running it from the dedicated 5-inch touch screen, you don't need this cable at all. We'd rather tell you that than sell you a part you'll never plug in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure this is the right variant for the exact display at your helm, give us a shout before you order. We rig this gear for a living, and matching the cable to the port is a two-minute conversation that saves a return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-meter (about 6.5 ft) factory Ethernet cable assembly that links the Seakeeper Ride controller to a compatible multifunction display\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeyed, purpose-built connector for a clean handshake with the display's Ethernet port\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFactory-terminated ends, so there's no field-crimped RJ45 in the bilge to corrode or work loose\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarries the Ride system's control and attitude data straight to your helm screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLets your MFD take over Ride control, so you can skip the separate 5-inch touch display\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePure Ethernet data path that keeps Ride traffic off the NMEA 2000 backbone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMarine-grade build for the heat, vibration, and moisture behind the dash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Seakeeper reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat does this cable actually do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt connects your Seakeeper Ride controller to a compatible multifunction display over Ethernet, so you can see and control the Ride system right on your helm screen instead of a separate box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow long is the cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's 2 meters, which is about 6 and a half feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs 2 meters long enough for my boat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOn many boats, yes. On larger hulls or where the controller and display are far apart, measure the actual run first. If it won't reach cleanly, you'll want a longer assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I still need the 5-inch Ride touch display?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNot if you're controlling Ride from your MFD. This cable is what lets the display take over that job. Some owners keep the touch display anyway as a backup, but it isn't required for MFD control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes this cable carry NMEA 2000 data?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. It's a pure Ethernet path for the Ride system's control and attitude data. It doesn't replace your NMEA 2000 backbone or a network drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat controller does it work with?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's built for the Seakeeper Ride controller. It ties that controller to your compatible display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eMy display won't connect. What should I check first?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eStart with firmware. A display that's new to Ride integration often needs a current software update before it'll handshake. After that, check the connector seating and look for any kinks in the cable run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAny install tips to make it last?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eKeep the bend radius gentle and don't kink it during the pull. Route it away from standing bilge water, and put a little dielectric grease on the connector before you seat it to keep moisture out of the pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this the right cable for my display brand?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis assembly is built for one specific display brand's Ethernet port, noted in the product title. Check that against your helm display before ordering. If you're not sure, contact us and we'll confirm the right variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"nvn-specs\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTitle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeakeeper Ride 2m Ethernet Cable for Simrad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeakeeper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20346SP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUPC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e810112090048\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 m (approximately 6.5 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet RJ45 assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory-terminated cable assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eData Carried\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeakeeper Ride control and attitude data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eData Path\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet only (not carried on NMEA 2000)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWorks With\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeakeeper Ride controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDisplay Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeakeeper-compatible Simrad multifunction display (MFD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFunction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnects the Ride controller to a compatible MFD for on-screen control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeakeeper Ride Accessory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n    \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Question\",\n            \"name\": \"What does this cable actually do?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"It connects your Seakeeper Ride controller to a compatible multifunction display over Ethernet, so you can see and control the Ride system right on your helm screen instead of a separate box.\"\n            }\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Question\",\n            \"name\": \"How long is the cable?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"It's 2 meters, which is about 6 and a half feet.\"\n            }\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Question\",\n            \"name\": \"Is 2 meters long enough for my boat?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"On many boats, yes. 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