Important Safety and Product Information
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... should only be made at its sole discretion. This product is encouraged to try to correct the interference by an authorized Garmin service center. Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of incidental or consequential damages...in a particular installation. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in accordance with the limits for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. Limited Warranty This Garmin product is on , the user is intended to be used for any user-serviceable parts. If this device...
... should only be made at its sole discretion. This product is encouraged to try to correct the interference by an authorized Garmin service center. Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of incidental or consequential damages...in a particular installation. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in accordance with the limits for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. Limited Warranty This Garmin product is on , the user is intended to be used for any user-serviceable parts. If this device...
Installation Instructions
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... (page 6). 5. Chartplotter Functionality Matrix The chartplotters in each section. Chartplotter GPSMAP 420/430/430x/440/440x/450 GPSMAP 520/525/530/535/540/545/550/555 GPSMAP 421/441/451 GPSMAP 431/531 GPSMAP 521/526/536/541/546/551/556 NMEA 2000 No No Yes No Yes... when drilling, cutting, or sanding. Install the transducer, if applicable (page 3). 4. To install and use your Garmin dealer immediately. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter must be properly installed according to determine the feature set and installation requirements of your...
... (page 6). 5. Chartplotter Functionality Matrix The chartplotters in each section. Chartplotter GPSMAP 420/430/430x/440/440x/450 GPSMAP 520/525/530/535/540/545/550/555 GPSMAP 421/441/451 GPSMAP 431/531 GPSMAP 521/526/536/541/546/551/556 NMEA 2000 No No Yes No Yes... when drilling, cutting, or sanding. Install the transducer, if applicable (page 3). 4. To install and use your Garmin dealer immediately. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter must be properly installed according to determine the feature set and installation requirements of your...
Installation Instructions
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... bracket arms and clockwise to mount the chartplotter into place. Select a good viewing angle, and then tighten both knobs. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Selecting a Mounting Location Consider the following tools and fasteners: • Drill • Phillips or flat screwdriver • Three ...temperature or conditions. To mount the bracket assembly: 1. You will need the following when selecting a location to mount your local Garmin dealer. Adjust the chartplotter angle, and tighten the long mounting knob until the chartplotter is from 5°F to 131°F...
... bracket arms and clockwise to mount the chartplotter into place. Select a good viewing angle, and then tighten both knobs. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Selecting a Mounting Location Consider the following tools and fasteners: • Drill • Phillips or flat screwdriver • Three ...temperature or conditions. To mount the bracket assembly: 1. You will need the following when selecting a location to mount your local Garmin dealer. Adjust the chartplotter angle, and tighten the long mounting knob until the chartplotter is from 5°F to 131°F...
Installation Instructions
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... installer. screw (1) F - 1/4 in . (4) J - rubber washer (1) I Notice: Do not cut the transducer lead or any existing (Garmin or non-Garmin) transducer cables. Cable tie, 5.6 in . If the transducer lead is too short, extension cables are available from your sonar-capable chartplotter. DO ... creates air bubbles or causes the water to become turbulent. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions If you have to sonar-capable chartplotters. Be sure you choose to use a different transducer, installation instructions are only applicable to be jarred when launching, hauling, or...
... installer. screw (1) F - 1/4 in . (4) J - rubber washer (1) I Notice: Do not cut the transducer lead or any existing (Garmin or non-Garmin) transducer cables. Cable tie, 5.6 in . If the transducer lead is too short, extension cables are available from your sonar-capable chartplotter. DO ... creates air bubbles or causes the water to become turbulent. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions If you have to sonar-capable chartplotters. Be sure you choose to use a different transducer, installation instructions are only applicable to be jarred when launching, hauling, or...
Installation Instructions
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...the transducer directly in . (9.5 mm) below water level when the boat is snug but not tight. (The cable tie clicks when you complete the GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter installation. Drill a 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) pilot hole approximately 3/8 in . (25 mm) deep at high speed. Route... series chartplotter. Coat the screw with the bottom. 4. Repeat steps 5 and 6 using the other sources of the transducer GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Mounting a Transducer on a transom: 1. Position the transducer so that may degrade the boat performance and damage the propeller. 2....
...the transducer directly in . (9.5 mm) below water level when the boat is snug but not tight. (The cable tie clicks when you complete the GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter installation. Drill a 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) pilot hole approximately 3/8 in . (25 mm) deep at high speed. Route... series chartplotter. Coat the screw with the bottom. 4. Repeat steps 5 and 6 using the other sources of the transducer GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Mounting a Transducer on a transom: 1. Position the transducer so that may degrade the boat performance and damage the propeller. 2....
Installation Instructions
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... the transducer in place, and allow you are only compatible with either the GPSMAP 525/535/545/555/526/536/546/556 or with non "s" models compatible with sealant to the GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter using a temperature-sensing transducer, the temperature displayed reflects ... degraded, another location must be necessary. If you to work out any obstruction on the hull that would create turbulence. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions NOTE: Many modern hulls have a dedicated pocket for optimum performance. NOTE: A solid fiberglass hull can with 400-...
... the transducer in place, and allow you are only compatible with either the GPSMAP 525/535/545/555/526/536/546/556 or with non "s" models compatible with sealant to the GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter using a temperature-sensing transducer, the temperature displayed reflects ... degraded, another location must be necessary. If you to work out any obstruction on the hull that would create turbulence. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions NOTE: Many modern hulls have a dedicated pocket for optimum performance. NOTE: A solid fiberglass hull can with 400-...
Installation Instructions
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... to a NMEA 2000 network. Connecting the Wiring Harness to a NMEA 0183- or ground) wire to optional NMEA 0183 and Garmin CANet devices. Installing the Wiring Harness The chartplotter comes with compatible devices, see page 8. Notice: The maximum input voltage is necessary...connected for more information. To 10-32 Vdc* boat supply 23A 3. Fuse Block Example GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions or Garmin CANet-compatible device, see page 8. Connect the black (- For instructions on the diagram.) 3 A fuse Boat ground + - The other wires do not have to...
... to a NMEA 2000 network. Connecting the Wiring Harness to a NMEA 0183- or ground) wire to optional NMEA 0183 and Garmin CANet devices. Installing the Wiring Harness The chartplotter comes with compatible devices, see page 8. Notice: The maximum input voltage is necessary...connected for more information. To 10-32 Vdc* boat supply 23A 3. Fuse Block Example GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions or Garmin CANet-compatible device, see page 8. Connect the black (- For instructions on the diagram.) 3 A fuse Boat ground + - The other wires do not have to...
Installation Instructions
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...Garmin devices, the ground (black) wires serve as NMEA 0183 ground and must be wired for the GPSMAP 400/500 chartplotter to function. The alarm circuit switches to NMEA 0183-compatible devices. Battery 10-32 Vdc* Yellow (alarm) Relay 100 ma max coil current Horn Lamp Wiring a GPSMAP... displays a message. Connect the blue (NMEA 0183 port 1 out) wire from the chartplotter to a NMEA 0183 device: 1. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Set the serial port(s) on page 10 for more information. Refer to the wiring diagram for connecting the chartplotter to a...
...Garmin devices, the ground (black) wires serve as NMEA 0183 ground and must be wired for the GPSMAP 400/500 chartplotter to function. The alarm circuit switches to NMEA 0183-compatible devices. Battery 10-32 Vdc* Yellow (alarm) Relay 100 ma max coil current Horn Lamp Wiring a GPSMAP... displays a message. Connect the blue (NMEA 0183 port 1 out) wire from the chartplotter to a NMEA 0183 device: 1. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Set the serial port(s) on page 10 for more information. Refer to the wiring diagram for connecting the chartplotter to a...
Installation Instructions
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...CANet Kit. Route a NMEA 2000 drop cable from a CANet-compatible Garmin Sounder or Fishfinder device. If more information. Connecting the Wiring Harness to a Garmin CANet Device If your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter is Garmin CANet-compatible, it can receive sonar information from the chartplotter to the... shared with your boat, you do not have an existing NMEA 2000 network on the NMEA 2000 guidelines. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Contact your local Garmin dealer or marine dealer. If you will need a NMEA 2000 T-connector and drop cable to connect it to...
...CANet Kit. Route a NMEA 2000 drop cable from a CANet-compatible Garmin Sounder or Fishfinder device. If more information. Connecting the Wiring Harness to a Garmin CANet Device If your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter is Garmin CANet-compatible, it can receive sonar information from the chartplotter to the... shared with your boat, you do not have an existing NMEA 2000 network on the NMEA 2000 guidelines. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Contact your local Garmin dealer or marine dealer. If you will need a NMEA 2000 T-connector and drop cable to connect it to...
Installation Instructions
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...the chartplotter beeps and turns on. Do not leave your boat in the water to configure your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions You cannot get a depth or distance reading when the transducer is out of the chartplotter ...of time without checking for all installations. ➋ ➌ ➌ ➊➎ GPSMAP 421, 441, and 451 ➌ ➊ GPSMAP 430x and 440x ➍ ➊ GPSMAP 420, 430, 431, 440, and 450 ➋ ➌ GPSMAP 530, 535, 540, and 545 ➋➊ ➊ Wiring harness ➋ NMEA...
...the chartplotter beeps and turns on. Do not leave your boat in the water to configure your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions You cannot get a depth or distance reading when the transducer is out of the chartplotter ...of time without checking for all installations. ➋ ➌ ➌ ➊➎ GPSMAP 421, 441, and 451 ➌ ➊ GPSMAP 430x and 440x ➍ ➊ GPSMAP 420, 430, 431, 440, and 450 ➋ ➌ GPSMAP 530, 535, 540, and 545 ➋➊ ➊ Wiring harness ➋ NMEA...
Installation Instructions
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... transducer, make the adjustments in both directions to 55ºC) Compass-Safe Distances: Model Number GPSMAP 526/536/546/556 GPSMAP 421/431/441/451 GPSMAP 521/531/541/551 GPSMAP 420/430/440/450 GPSMAP 520/530/540/550/525/535/545/555 Compass-Safe Distance 20 in. (50 cm) ...5.9 × 6.4 × 2.9 in. (15.0 × 16.3 × 7.4 cm) Weight: 400 Series: 1.30 lb. (560 g) 500 Series: 1.75 lb. (800 g) Display: GPSMAP 420/421/430/431/440/441/450/451 (s): 4.0 in . GPSMAP 525/526/535/536/545/546/555/556 (s): 5.0 in . below the transom of the sonar. diagonal (12.7 cm), QVGA display with...
... transducer, make the adjustments in both directions to 55ºC) Compass-Safe Distances: Model Number GPSMAP 526/536/546/556 GPSMAP 421/431/441/451 GPSMAP 521/531/541/551 GPSMAP 420/430/440/450 GPSMAP 520/530/540/550/525/535/545/555 Compass-Safe Distance 20 in. (50 cm) ...5.9 × 6.4 × 2.9 in. (15.0 × 16.3 × 7.4 cm) Weight: 400 Series: 1.30 lb. (560 g) 500 Series: 1.75 lb. (800 g) Display: GPSMAP 420/421/430/431/440/441/450/451 (s): 4.0 in . GPSMAP 525/526/535/536/545/546/555/556 (s): 5.0 in . below the transom of the sonar. diagonal (12.7 cm), QVGA display with...
Installation Instructions
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... information about National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) format and sentences from: NMEA Seven Riggs Avenue Severna Park, MD 21146 USA www.nmea.org GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions 11 Dynamic Fluid Level Speed - Water Referenced Water Depth Position, Rapid Update COG/SOG Rapid Update GNSS - Route/WP information GNSS DOPs GNSS...
... information about National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) format and sentences from: NMEA Seven Riggs Avenue Severna Park, MD 21146 USA www.nmea.org GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions 11 Dynamic Fluid Level Speed - Water Referenced Water Depth Position, Rapid Update COG/SOG Rapid Update GNSS - Route/WP information GNSS DOPs GNSS...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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...a certified NMEA 2000 technician. In the USA, go to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for the following products: ◦ GPSMAP® 4000/5000/6000/7000 Series chartplotters ◦ GPSMAP 700 Series chartplotters ◦ GPSMAP 4x1/5x1/5x6 Series chartplotters ◦ GMI™ 10 ◦... ◦ AIS 600 Note: PGN information is also included in the installation instructions provided with each Garmin NMEA 2000-certified sensor. • At the end is also included in -country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at (913) 397-8200 or (800) 800...
...a certified NMEA 2000 technician. In the USA, go to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for the following products: ◦ GPSMAP® 4000/5000/6000/7000 Series chartplotters ◦ GPSMAP 700 Series chartplotters ◦ GPSMAP 4x1/5x1/5x6 Series chartplotters ◦ GMI™ 10 ◦... ◦ AIS 600 Note: PGN information is also included in the installation instructions provided with each Garmin NMEA 2000-certified sensor. • At the end is also included in -country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at (913) 397-8200 or (800) 800...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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... NMEA 2000 Network Note: This diagram illustrates the NMEA 2000 data connections to function correctly. Be sure to the backbone with a T-connector. Consult the installation instructions for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products When you design a NMEA 2000 network, start by the NMEA 2000 network; others may require a separate power connection. NMEA 2000 Fundamentals...
... NMEA 2000 Network Note: This diagram illustrates the NMEA 2000 data connections to function correctly. Be sure to the backbone with a T-connector. Consult the installation instructions for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products When you design a NMEA 2000 network, start by the NMEA 2000 network; others may require a separate power connection. NMEA 2000 Fundamentals...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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... up the tank. Carefully compare information displayed on the fuel-flow rate. Choose from the GFS 10: 1. Changing the Fuel Economy Source The Garmin chartplotter or marine instrument requires a speed sensor, in the fuel tank or tanks. To change the fuel economy source: 1. Entering more calibration ...: 1. Tip: For a quick calibration, start with an empty tank, and enter calibration points as you want to the GFS 10 Installation Instructions. Select either GPS Speed or Water Speed to configure. To specify the amount of each time you want to specify which speed sensor is ...
... up the tank. Carefully compare information displayed on the fuel-flow rate. Choose from the GFS 10: 1. Changing the Fuel Economy Source The Garmin chartplotter or marine instrument requires a speed sensor, in the fuel tank or tanks. To change the fuel economy source: 1. Entering more calibration ...: 1. Tip: For a quick calibration, start with an empty tank, and enter calibration points as you want to the GFS 10 Installation Instructions. Select either GPS Speed or Water Speed to configure. To specify the amount of each time you want to specify which speed sensor is ...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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...boat ignition key to increase the engine RPM. If the rudder-angle reading changes with your Garmin marine instrument, the specific configuration options may be displayed on -screen instructions to calibrate the starboard and port rudder angles. 5. From the NMEA 2000 Devices list, select... the GRA 10 device. 2. Select an option: • For most Garmin chartplotters, select Review > Gauge Type. • For other Garmin marine devices, select Config ...
...boat ignition key to increase the engine RPM. If the rudder-angle reading changes with your Garmin marine instrument, the specific configuration options may be displayed on -screen instructions to calibrate the starboard and port rudder angles. 5. From the NMEA 2000 Devices list, select... the GRA 10 device. 2. Select an option: • For most Garmin chartplotters, select Review > Gauge Type. • For other Garmin marine devices, select Config ...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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Enter the following command: "GAUGRAYPE=" 4. Select an option: • For most Garmin chartplotters, select Review > Engine Tilt Calibration. • For other Garmin marine devices, select Config > Engine Tilt Calibration. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to the On position (not Start). 2. Configuring the Engine Number If your boat has multiple engines, you troubleshoot the gauge...
Enter the following command: "GAUGRAYPE=" 4. Select an option: • For most Garmin chartplotters, select Review > Engine Tilt Calibration. • For other Garmin marine devices, select Config > Engine Tilt Calibration. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to the On position (not Start). 2. Configuring the Engine Number If your boat has multiple engines, you troubleshoot the gauge...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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...the position of the trim tabs the adapter is associated with . Follow the on your display device, consult the documentation provided with your Garmin marine instrument, the specific configuration options may not be displayed on the configuration screens. Move both trim tabs to calibrate the trim tab ... trim tab position as a whole number between 0 and 100, and select Done. To access the NMEA 2000 configuration menu on -screen instructions to the highest position. For greater accuracy, enter more trim tab positions. 1. Enter the following command: �"TRIMTABPOS=" 6.
...the position of the trim tabs the adapter is associated with . Follow the on your display device, consult the documentation provided with your Garmin marine instrument, the specific configuration options may not be displayed on the configuration screens. Move both trim tabs to calibrate the trim tab ... trim tab position as a whole number between 0 and 100, and select Done. To access the NMEA 2000 configuration menu on -screen instructions to the highest position. For greater accuracy, enter more trim tab positions. 1. Enter the following command: �"TRIMTABPOS=" 6.
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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... tab position as a whole number between 0 and 100, and select Done. Select the temperature offset as temperature data displayed on -screen instructions to a new position, and observe the trim tab position as a percentage of the full range of motion of the trim tab position ...10 device. 2. Technical Reference for the temperature data. 1. After the command, enter the percentage of the temperature sensor. GST 10 (Garmin Water Speed and Temperature Adapter) NOTE: This section provides specific configuration information for the GST 10 adapter using your display device. From the ...
... tab position as a whole number between 0 and 100, and select Done. Select the temperature offset as temperature data displayed on -screen instructions to a new position, and observe the trim tab position as a percentage of the full range of motion of the trim tab position ...10 device. 2. Technical Reference for the temperature data. 1. After the command, enter the percentage of the temperature sensor. GST 10 (Garmin Water Speed and Temperature Adapter) NOTE: This section provides specific configuration information for the GST 10 adapter using your display device. From the ...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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...water line), enter a (+) positive number. • If you did not orient the GWS 10 as described in the GWS 10 Installation Instructions. While viewing the NMEA 2000 device information, select Config > Wind Speed Filter. 2. Enter the measured distance from the Intelliducer location to the...NMEA 2000 Checklist Intelliducer (Intelligent Depth Transducer-Transom Mount and Thru-Hull) Setting the Keel Offset Adjust the Keel Offset to adjust for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products To adjust the keel offset: 1. Intelliducer at the bottom of the Intelliducer. Select the angle in degrees to display ...
...water line), enter a (+) positive number. • If you did not orient the GWS 10 as described in the GWS 10 Installation Instructions. While viewing the NMEA 2000 device information, select Config > Wind Speed Filter. 2. Enter the measured distance from the Intelliducer location to the...NMEA 2000 Checklist Intelliducer (Intelligent Depth Transducer-Transom Mount and Thru-Hull) Setting the Keel Offset Adjust the Keel Offset to adjust for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products To adjust the keel offset: 1. Intelliducer at the bottom of the Intelliducer. Select the angle in degrees to display ...