Installation Instructions
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... chartplotter software is on the box. You need the appropriate fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in Taiwan If you must be properly installed according to other important information. You can use the GPSMAP 4000/5000 chartplotter, this manual covers other installation options: • Connecting the chartplotter to other Garmin Marine Network compatible devices, such as a VHF radio with DSC (page 15). • Connecting the chartplotter to an external alarm (page 18). • Connecting the chartplotter to a video input...
... chartplotter software is on the box. You need the appropriate fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in Taiwan If you must be properly installed according to other important information. You can use the GPSMAP 4000/5000 chartplotter, this manual covers other installation options: • Connecting the chartplotter to other Garmin Marine Network compatible devices, such as a VHF radio with DSC (page 15). • Connecting the chartplotter to an external alarm (page 18). • Connecting the chartplotter to a video input...
Installation Instructions
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... speed readings caused by excessive heeling. • The GPS antenna provides more-stable readings when located nearer to follow the correct installation procedures. See page 7. • Connects to the chartplotter using NMEA 2000. best • Mount the GPS antenna at least 3 ft. (1 m) away from engine components Above - OK Radar 3 ft. (1 m) VHF Radio Antenna GPS 17x Placement Considerations GPSMAP 4000/5000 Series Installation Instructions See page 23. • Connects to the chartplotter using NMEA 0183. Select a suitable location for correct operation...
... speed readings caused by excessive heeling. • The GPS antenna provides more-stable readings when located nearer to follow the correct installation procedures. See page 7. • Connects to the chartplotter using NMEA 2000. best • Mount the GPS antenna at least 3 ft. (1 m) away from engine components Above - OK Radar 3 ft. (1 m) VHF Radio Antenna GPS 17x Placement Considerations GPSMAP 4000/5000 Series Installation Instructions See page 23. • Connects to the chartplotter using NMEA 0183. Select a suitable location for correct operation...
Installation Instructions
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... bit for your chartplotter. Mounting 9. Route the NMEA 2000 cable away from sources of electronic interference, and connect it to your mounting template. • Use the center punch to mark the three screw locations on the bottom of electronic interference, surface and connect it to avoid cracking in the cable exit with a marine sealant. 4. Route the cable away from sources of the surface-mount bracket. This will help...
... bit for your chartplotter. Mounting 9. Route the NMEA 2000 cable away from sources of electronic interference, and connect it to your mounting template. • Use the center punch to mark the three screw locations on the bottom of electronic interference, surface and connect it to avoid cracking in the cable exit with a marine sealant. 4. Route the cable away from sources of the surface-mount bracket. This will help...
Installation Instructions
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...GPSMAP 4000/5000 Unit and the GPS 17 > GPS 17 GPS/WAAS Sensor GPSMAP 4000/5000 Series Installation Instructions Apply a marine sealant around the cable. 6. Refer to the diagram below when wiring the GPS 17 to the power cable. Wiring and Cables The GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter comes with a power cable, a NMEA 2000 drop cable, a 19-pin NMEA 0183 data cable, and a 17-pin Marine Video cable. Optional Garmin Marine Network components use specialized Garmin Network cables. Use this line for trimming instructions. Use the 2-pin power cable included, and connect the power...
...GPSMAP 4000/5000 Unit and the GPS 17 > GPS 17 GPS/WAAS Sensor GPSMAP 4000/5000 Series Installation Instructions Apply a marine sealant around the cable. 6. Refer to the diagram below when wiring the GPS 17 to the power cable. Wiring and Cables The GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter comes with a power cable, a NMEA 2000 drop cable, a 19-pin NMEA 0183 data cable, and a 17-pin Marine Video cable. Optional Garmin Marine Network components use specialized Garmin Network cables. Use this line for trimming instructions. Use the 2-pin power cable included, and connect the power...
Installation Instructions
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... an Existing NMEA 2000 Network 7. Note: The diagram shows only the NMEA 2000 data connection to the existing network. Connecting to an Existing NMEA 2000 network If your boat already has a NMEA 2000 network installed, use the included T-connectors and drop cable to connect the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter and GPS 17x antenna to the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter. Connect an included T-connector in the NMEA 2000 backbone (for the GPS 17x antenna). If you are using multiple chartplotters. 10 GPSMAP 4000/5000 Series Installation Instructions
... an Existing NMEA 2000 Network 7. Note: The diagram shows only the NMEA 2000 data connection to the existing network. Connecting to an Existing NMEA 2000 network If your boat already has a NMEA 2000 network installed, use the included T-connectors and drop cable to connect the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter and GPS 17x antenna to the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter. Connect an included T-connector in the NMEA 2000 backbone (for the GPS 17x antenna). If you are using multiple chartplotters. 10 GPSMAP 4000/5000 Series Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions
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.../5000 Series Installation Instructions 11 Connect the three included T-connectors together by their sides. 2. Wire the included NMEA 2000 power cable to the top of one of the combined T-connectors. 3. Connect to the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter. Note: One GPS antenna will not function. GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter GPS 17x antenna Ignition or in-line switch Fuse Power cable + - 12 Vdc battery Female terminator Drop cables Male terminator T-connectors Creating a Basic NMEA 2000 Network Note: The diagram shows only the NMEA 2000 data connection...
.../5000 Series Installation Instructions 11 Connect the three included T-connectors together by their sides. 2. Wire the included NMEA 2000 power cable to the top of one of the combined T-connectors. 3. Connect to the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter. Note: One GPS antenna will not function. GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter GPS 17x antenna Ignition or in-line switch Fuse Power cable + - 12 Vdc battery Female terminator Drop cables Male terminator T-connectors Creating a Basic NMEA 2000 Network Note: The diagram shows only the NMEA 2000 data connection...
Installation Instructions
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... data is shared with any chartplotter on the instructions packaged with the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotters. • All network components must all be connected to the power source for high-speed data transfer between multiple Garmin chartplotters and other connected chartplotters. • Connect all chartplotters to the NMEA 2000 network as well as a Garmin GMR radar, GSD sounder, or GDL XM Weather receiver to the Garmin Marine Network. The GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotters have three network ports that secures the cable to their installation instructions. The data...
... data is shared with any chartplotter on the instructions packaged with the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotters. • All network components must all be connected to the power source for high-speed data transfer between multiple Garmin chartplotters and other connected chartplotters. • Connect all chartplotters to the NMEA 2000 network as well as a Garmin GMR radar, GSD sounder, or GDL XM Weather receiver to the Garmin Marine Network. The GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotters have three network ports that secures the cable to their installation instructions. The data...
Installation Instructions
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... the owner's manual for the DPT (depth) or DBT, MTW (water temperature), and VHW (water temperature, speed, and heading) sentences. • Use the Communications section of the Configure menu on the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter to set up to three NMEA 0183 devices in GPS 17 out spare Alarm Accessory on the NMEA 0183 data cable from a 4000/5000 series chartplotter. Each RX and TX port has 2 wires, labeled A (+) and B (-) according to a 4000/5000 series chartplotter, wire up NMEA...
... the owner's manual for the DPT (depth) or DBT, MTW (water temperature), and VHW (water temperature, speed, and heading) sentences. • Use the Communications section of the Configure menu on the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter to set up to three NMEA 0183 devices in GPS 17 out spare Alarm Accessory on the NMEA 0183 data cable from a 4000/5000 series chartplotter. Each RX and TX port has 2 wires, labeled A (+) and B (-) according to a 4000/5000 series chartplotter, wire up NMEA...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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... add the length of the drop cable for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products Allows direct connection to 16 Vdc, with a nominal voltage of the existing NMEA 2000 backbone? Backbone Cable-In conjunction with male and female connectors on the boat. Drop cables are always on your NMEA 2000 network. A backbone cable extends the NMEA 2000 backbone to connect with one location. Your existing NMEA 2000 network may both transmit and receive data...
... add the length of the drop cable for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products Allows direct connection to 16 Vdc, with a nominal voltage of the existing NMEA 2000 backbone? Backbone Cable-In conjunction with male and female connectors on the boat. Drop cables are always on your NMEA 2000 network. A backbone cable extends the NMEA 2000 backbone to connect with one location. Your existing NMEA 2000 network may both transmit and receive data...
Quick Reference Guide
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... other GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotters or a PC. Follow the colored line on most screens. Select Day Colors, Night Colors, or Auto. If multiple chartplotters are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. To adjust the color mode: 1. Select an option to the spot where the MOB feature was activated. Nav Chart or 2. Insert a blank SD card to transfer user data to automatically adjust the backlight based on your current location as a Waypoint. or its subsidiaries Part Number...
... other GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotters or a PC. Follow the colored line on most screens. Select Day Colors, Night Colors, or Auto. If multiple chartplotters are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. To adjust the color mode: 1. Select an option to the spot where the MOB feature was activated. Nav Chart or 2. Insert a blank SD card to transfer user data to automatically adjust the backlight based on your current location as a Waypoint. or its subsidiaries Part Number...
Owner's Manual
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... Shortcuts i Manual Conventions i Quick Links i Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Turning the Unit On or Off 2 Initializing Unit Settings 2 Adjusting the Backlight 3 Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals 3 Inserting and Removing SD Cards 4 Restoring Factory Settings 4 Viewing System Information 4 Using Simulator Mode 4 Understanding the Home Screen 5 Using Charts 6 Using the Navigation Chart 6 Changing the Navigation Chart Settings.........9 Using Radar Overlay 12 Using Tracks 12 Using BlueChart g2 Vision 14 Using Mariner's Eye 3D 14 Using Fish Eye 3D 16 Using Fishing Charts 16...
... Shortcuts i Manual Conventions i Quick Links i Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Turning the Unit On or Off 2 Initializing Unit Settings 2 Adjusting the Backlight 3 Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals 3 Inserting and Removing SD Cards 4 Restoring Factory Settings 4 Viewing System Information 4 Using Simulator Mode 4 Understanding the Home Screen 5 Using Charts 6 Using the Navigation Chart 6 Changing the Navigation Chart Settings.........9 Using Radar Overlay 12 Using Tracks 12 Using BlueChart g2 Vision 14 Using Mariner's Eye 3D 14 Using Fish Eye 3D 16 Using Fishing Charts 16...
Owner's Manual
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..., select Auto. Press and release the Power key. 2. Select Day Colors, Night Colors, or Auto. When the unit acquires satellite signals, the signal strength bars at www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Refer to automatically adjust the backlight based on , the GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish its current location. To adjust the color mode: 1. For more information. Select Backlight. When the unit loses satellite signals, the green bars disappear and the position icon shows a flashing question mark. GPSMAP® 4000/5000 Series Owner's Manual Minimum...
..., select Auto. Press and release the Power key. 2. Select Day Colors, Night Colors, or Auto. When the unit acquires satellite signals, the signal strength bars at www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Refer to automatically adjust the backlight based on , the GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish its current location. To adjust the color mode: 1. For more information. Select Backlight. When the unit loses satellite signals, the green bars disappear and the position icon shows a flashing question mark. GPSMAP® 4000/5000 Series Owner's Manual Minimum...
Owner's Manual
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... Viewing System Information You can restore your chartplotter. Using Simulator Mode Simulator Mode turns the GPS receiver off . Select Setup to purchase additional map data information. To restore factory settings: 1. The unit does not track satellites in again and release it clicks. From the Home screen, select Configure > System > Simulator > On. 2. Press the card in simulator mode. You may need this information to update the system software or to set speed, track control, position, simulator time, and simulator date. GPSMAP® 4000/5000 Series Owner's Manual Caution: Do...
... Viewing System Information You can restore your chartplotter. Using Simulator Mode Simulator Mode turns the GPS receiver off . Select Setup to purchase additional map data information. To restore factory settings: 1. The unit does not track satellites in again and release it clicks. From the Home screen, select Configure > System > Simulator > On. 2. Press the card in simulator mode. You may need this information to update the system software or to set speed, track control, position, simulator time, and simulator date. GPSMAP® 4000/5000 Series Owner's Manual Caution: Do...
Owner's Manual
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... the gain. Depth Line-quickly reference a specific depth (Show or Hide). Zoom-zoom in real time. Four options are available: • 2x Zoom-twice the magnification. Select Up, Down, or Auto to set the depth range of the screen (Auto, or to No Zoom, by default. Range-the range of the reference line. Sonar Setup-opens the Sonar Setup screen. Select Up, Down, or Auto to set to adjust manually, Up or Down). Using Sonar 48 GPSMAP® 4000/5000 Series Owner's Manual When Show...
... the gain. Depth Line-quickly reference a specific depth (Show or Hide). Zoom-zoom in real time. Four options are available: • 2x Zoom-twice the magnification. Select Up, Down, or Auto to set the depth range of the screen (Auto, or to No Zoom, by default. Range-the range of the reference line. Sonar Setup-opens the Sonar Setup screen. Select Up, Down, or Auto to set to adjust manually, Up or Down). Using Sonar 48 GPSMAP® 4000/5000 Series Owner's Manual When Show...
Owner's Manual
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... chartplotter can track the positions of the vessel and select Done. Quickly set up and send individual routine call (page 50). Adding a DSC Contact You can receive DSC distress and position information from the chartplotter. Select Configure > Other Vessels. 2. NMEA 0183 VHF Radio X X X NMEA 2000 Garmin NMEA VHF Radio 0183 VHF Radio X X X X X X Garmin NMEA 2000 VHF Radio X X X X X X To turn it on the radar screen. The chartplotter can make calls to your radio is capable, GPS position information is now available in the DSC List. Use...
... chartplotter can track the positions of the vessel and select Done. Quickly set up and send individual routine call (page 50). Adding a DSC Contact You can receive DSC distress and position information from the chartplotter. Select Configure > Other Vessels. 2. NMEA 0183 VHF Radio X X X NMEA 2000 Garmin NMEA VHF Radio 0183 VHF Radio X X X X X X Garmin NMEA 2000 VHF Radio X X X X X X To turn it on the radar screen. The chartplotter can make calls to your radio is capable, GPS position information is now available in the DSC List. Use...
Owner's Manual
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... Garmin chartplotter is connected to a Garmin NMEA 2000-compatible radio and you to navigate to the distress call and a Navigation Chart marking the position sent with the call. The symbol marks the position of the vessel on the radio, the chartplotter screen prompting you to start a Williamson's turn to the network, your Garmin VHF Radio Owner's Manual. The DSC List can use this option to set a waypoint at least three seconds to change the line color. • Clear Report-delete the call report. • Navigate...
... Garmin chartplotter is connected to a Garmin NMEA 2000-compatible radio and you to navigate to the distress call and a Navigation Chart marking the position sent with the call. The symbol marks the position of the vessel on the radio, the chartplotter screen prompting you to start a Williamson's turn to the network, your Garmin VHF Radio Owner's Manual. The DSC List can use this option to set a waypoint at least three seconds to change the line color. • Clear Report-delete the call report. • Navigate...
Owner's Manual
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... supported. boat is needed . Can't Unlock Maps-maps are locked and cannot be created. Software Update Required-a GPS service software update is not in a safe depth. AIS: Dangerous Target-an AIS target presents a collision threat. Can't Read Voltages That Low, Limited To Bottom Of Range-entering a battery-alarm voltage lower than the unit can be used on a preprogrammed SD card is a short in directory. Directory Memory is Full Can't Create Entry-DSC directory is outside the user-set value. Entering Target Water Temperature-(temperature sensor/transducer...
... supported. boat is needed . Can't Unlock Maps-maps are locked and cannot be created. Software Update Required-a GPS service software update is not in a safe depth. AIS: Dangerous Target-an AIS target presents a collision threat. Can't Read Voltages That Low, Limited To Bottom Of Range-entering a battery-alarm voltage lower than the unit can be used on a preprogrammed SD card is a short in directory. Directory Memory is Full Can't Create Entry-DSC directory is outside the user-set value. Entering Target Water Temperature-(temperature sensor/transducer...
Owner's Manual
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... unit lost communications with the remote sonar unit. Transfer Complete-user data transfer is fully inserted. Erase existing routes to make room. Erase existing proximity waypoints to help diagnose the error. An error code will not be drawn or used to track a MARPA target any space in the user-defined radar guard zone. Shallow Water Alarm-(sonar) the boat has entered the user-defined shallow-water depth. GPSMAP® 4000/5000 Series Owner's Manual Contact Garmin Product Support for repair. Not All Maps...
... unit lost communications with the remote sonar unit. Transfer Complete-user data transfer is fully inserted. Erase existing routes to make room. Erase existing proximity waypoints to help diagnose the error. An error code will not be drawn or used to track a MARPA target any space in the user-defined radar guard zone. Shallow Water Alarm-(sonar) the boat has entered the user-defined shallow-water depth. GPSMAP® 4000/5000 Series Owner's Manual Contact Garmin Product Support for repair. Not All Maps...
Owner's Manual
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... 10 fish eye 3D 6 fishing 6 mariner's eye 6 navigation 6 panning 7 settings 9 using 6 zooming 6 clear user data 30 colors 15 color mode 3 color scheme 47 combinations 19-20 communications settings 33 configure 5, 32-36 my boat 35 other boats 36 water speed 36 contact Garmin 57 course up 10 create waypoint 8 creating routes 25 cruising screen (radar) 40 current information 27 current station 18, 27 D data clear user data 30 transfer 29, 37 user 28 Data Bars 9, 12, 16 declaration of conformity 57 delete all 30 delete a waypoint 24, 30 depth line 48...
... 10 fish eye 3D 6 fishing 6 mariner's eye 6 navigation 6 panning 7 settings 9 using 6 zooming 6 clear user data 30 colors 15 color mode 3 color scheme 47 combinations 19-20 communications settings 33 configure 5, 32-36 my boat 35 other boats 36 water speed 36 contact Garmin 57 course up 10 create waypoint 8 creating routes 25 cruising screen (radar) 40 current information 27 current station 18, 27 D data clear user data 30 transfer 29, 37 user 28 Data Bars 9, 12, 16 declaration of conformity 57 delete all 30 delete a waypoint 24, 30 depth line 48...
Owner's Manual
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... deleting all 30 transfer data 29, 37 turn the unit off 2 U unit ID number viewing 4 units of measure 32 user data 28 V video 31 view system information 4 VRM 43 VRM/EBL adjusting 43 W waypoints 11, 23 create new 23 deleting 23, 24 edit existing 11, 24 man overboard 23 mark current location 23 moving 24 Waypoints & Tracks 6 where to 5, 21-26 whiteline 47 wireless devices 34 Z zoom 6, 48 60 GPSMAP® 4000/5000 Series Owner's Manual
... deleting all 30 transfer data 29, 37 turn the unit off 2 U unit ID number viewing 4 units of measure 32 user data 28 V video 31 view system information 4 VRM 43 VRM/EBL adjusting 43 W waypoints 11, 23 create new 23 deleting 23, 24 edit existing 11, 24 man overboard 23 mark current location 23 moving 24 Waypoints & Tracks 6 where to 5, 21-26 whiteline 47 wireless devices 34 Z zoom 6, 48 60 GPSMAP® 4000/5000 Series Owner's Manual