Connect NMEA 0183 to a Raspberry Pi

Connecting your boat’s NMEA 0183 data to a Raspberry Pi is straightforward with Home Assistant and my menu-driven integrations. Choose TCP/Wi-Fi (no extra cables, works with Signal K or Wi-Fi gateways) or go USB Serial (RS232/RS422) for a robust wired feed. Either way, you’ll stream instrument data into custom dashboards, create alerts, and build automations

Connect NMEA 2000 to a Raspberry Pi

Connecting your boat’s NMEA 2000 (N2K) network to a Raspberry Pi is easier than you might think. With Home Assistant plus either a low-cost ESP32 CAN transceiver (wireless) or a USB-CAN adapter (wired), you can stream instrument data to custom dashboards, create smart alerts, and automate tasks — all locally and on a budget.

Build a Central Marine Computer

Learn how to build a central marine computer using a Raspberry Pi to monitor your boat’s engine, bilge, tanks, and NMEA data — with remote alerts and full dashboard access.

Raspberry Pi

In this article, I’ll guide you through using the Raspberry Pi 4 as the core computer for your smart boating needs. This guide will cover unboxing, assembly, and initial setup of the Raspberry Pi 4, transforming it into a powerful and compact smart boating computer.