Flush Mount Kit Instructions (multilingual)
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... you have limited space behind the mounting surface, this can also be done in Taiwan Be very careful when cutting this kit to flush mount a GPSMAP 500 series unit into a flat panel. • Select an appropriately sized location for the unit. • Use the Flush Mount Template provided to determine a ...to the front of the unit housing. • Insert the four hex bolts into place within the unit housing. • Connect the wiring harness, GPS antenna, and XM antenna (if applicable) to the unit. (This can be done in step 3, if necessary.) Unit Rubber seal Hex bolts Unit housing...
... you have limited space behind the mounting surface, this can also be done in Taiwan Be very careful when cutting this kit to flush mount a GPSMAP 500 series unit into a flat panel. • Select an appropriately sized location for the unit. • Use the Flush Mount Template provided to determine a ...to the front of the unit housing. • Insert the four hex bolts into place within the unit housing. • Connect the wiring harness, GPS antenna, and XM antenna (if applicable) to the unit. (This can be done in step 3, if necessary.) Unit Rubber seal Hex bolts Unit housing...
Installation Instructions
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You need the appropriate fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in Taiwan To install and use your GPSMAP 400 or 500 series chartplotter, confirm that the package contains the items listed on model number. Install the transducer, if applicable (page 3). 4. B Printed in each ..., always check the opposite side of a professional installer, or contact Garmin Product Support. Mount the chartplotter (page 2). 3. 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...
You need the appropriate fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in Taiwan To install and use your GPSMAP 400 or 500 series chartplotter, confirm that the package contains the items listed on model number. Install the transducer, if applicable (page 3). 4. B Printed in each ..., always check the opposite side of a professional installer, or contact Garmin Product Support. Mount the chartplotter (page 2). 3. 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...
Installation Instructions
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...Mount-mount the chartplotter onto a bracket (included) that is snug. 3. Select a good viewing angle, and then tighten both knobs. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions This type of the chartplotter with the short knob. Notice: Use pan-head machine bolts or self-tapping screws to secure ...is exposed to extreme temperature or conditions. To install the chartplotter on the optional flush mount kit, visit www.garmin.com or contact your local Garmin dealer. Do not overtighten the screws or bolts; Mounting the Chartplotter There are not covered by twisting it ...
...Mount-mount the chartplotter onto a bracket (included) that is snug. 3. Select a good viewing angle, and then tighten both knobs. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions This type of the chartplotter with the short knob. Notice: Use pan-head machine bolts or self-tapping screws to secure ...is exposed to extreme temperature or conditions. To install the chartplotter on the optional flush mount kit, visit www.garmin.com or contact your local Garmin dealer. Do not overtighten the screws or bolts; Mounting the Chartplotter There are not covered by twisting it ...
Installation Instructions
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...) water for the transducer included with the "s" model GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotters. cable clamps (2) G - Cable tie, 5.6 in . Insert the rubber washer...(1) I Notice: Do not cut the transducer lead or any existing (Garmin or non-Garmin) transducer cables. On twin-drive boats, mount the transducer between the drives...32 × 1.75 in the path of the transducer. The transducer must be installed by a professional marine installer. If you have the following procedures contain installation instructions for optimal performance. DO NOT lubricate the rubber ...
...) water for the transducer included with the "s" model GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotters. cable clamps (2) G - Cable tie, 5.6 in . Insert the rubber washer...(1) I Notice: Do not cut the transducer lead or any existing (Garmin or non-Garmin) transducer cables. On twin-drive boats, mount the transducer between the drives...32 × 1.75 in the path of the transducer. The transducer must be installed by a professional marine installer. If you have the following procedures contain installation instructions for optimal performance. DO NOT lubricate the rubber ...
Installation Instructions
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... nut until it touches the mounting bracket, and then tighten 1/4 turn more . (Do not overtighten.) Cable tie Front of the transducer GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Position the transducer mount at 1 in . (9.5 mm) on the opposite end and pull it through until it .) 5. Mount...slot on plane at the marked locations. The transducer can cause cavitation that it is parallel with the bottom. 4. Apply marine sealant to the GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter. Place the first cable clamp (F) on the transducer mount. Make sure the transducer is snug but not ...
... nut until it touches the mounting bracket, and then tighten 1/4 turn more . (Do not overtighten.) Cable tie Front of the transducer GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Position the transducer mount at 1 in . (9.5 mm) on the opposite end and pull it through until it .) 5. Mount...slot on plane at the marked locations. The transducer can cause cavitation that it is parallel with the bottom. 4. Apply marine sealant to the GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter. Place the first cable clamp (F) on the transducer mount. Make sure the transducer is snug but not ...
Installation Instructions
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... hold it to be mounted inside a fiberglass hull. Route the transducer cable to the GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter using a 1 kW transducer. 1 kW transducers are only compatible with either the GPSMAP 525/535/545/555/526/536/546/556 or with non "s" models compatible with a... installation might be over any strakes or behind any air bubbles. 4. Hull surface Testing the Location To permanently install the transducer: 1. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Notice: Avoid routing the cable close to be mounted inside a boat (shoot-thru-hull installation). Shoot-Thru-Hull...
... hold it to be mounted inside a fiberglass hull. Route the transducer cable to the GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter using a 1 kW transducer. 1 kW transducers are only compatible with either the GPSMAP 525/535/545/555/526/536/546/556 or with non "s" models compatible with a... installation might be over any strakes or behind any air bubbles. 4. Hull surface Testing the Location To permanently install the transducer: 1. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Notice: Avoid routing the cable close to be mounted inside a boat (shoot-thru-hull installation). Shoot-Thru-Hull...
Installation Instructions
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...information. Fuse Block Example GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions If applicable, the wiring harness also connects the chartplotter to Power 1. Connecting the Wiring Harness to a transducer. Connect the red (+ or positive) wire to optional NMEA 0183 and Garmin CANet devices. Connect the black... in ) > > Green White Orange Yellow CANet L (if applicable) CANet H (if applicable) Accessory on Alarm low To transducer (if applicable) GPSMAP 400/500 Series Wiring Harness Notes: • Use an AGC/ 3AG - 3 Amp replacement fuse. • If it is 32 Vdc*. NOTE: During a...
...information. Fuse Block Example GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions If applicable, the wiring harness also connects the chartplotter to Power 1. Connecting the Wiring Harness to a transducer. Connect the red (+ or positive) wire to optional NMEA 0183 and Garmin CANet devices. Connect the black... in ) > > Green White Orange Yellow CANet L (if applicable) CANet H (if applicable) Accessory on Alarm low To transducer (if applicable) GPSMAP 400/500 Series Wiring Harness Notes: • Use an AGC/ 3AG - 3 Amp replacement fuse. • If it is 32 Vdc*. NOTE: During a...
Installation Instructions
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...ground and must be wired for connecting the chartplotter to a NMEA 0183 device: 1. Refer to the wiring diagram for the GPSMAP 400/500 chartplotter to 100 mA. For Garmin devices, the ground (black) wires serve as the NMEA 0183 ground on the wiring harness of your NMEA 0183 device.... GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions The maximum current is 100 mA, and a relay is needed to limit the current from the GPSMAP 400/500 wiring harness ...
...ground and must be wired for connecting the chartplotter to a NMEA 0183 device: 1. Refer to the wiring diagram for the GPSMAP 400/500 chartplotter to 100 mA. For Garmin devices, the ground (black) wires serve as the NMEA 0183 ground on the wiring harness of your NMEA 0183 device.... GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions The maximum current is 100 mA, and a relay is needed to limit the current from the GPSMAP 400/500 wiring harness ...
Installation Instructions
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...connected NMEA 2000-compatible devices. Determine an appropriate location to connect the chartplotter to your existing NMEA 2000 network: 1. You can receive sonar information from a sounder or fishfinder to be sent to a single chartplotter, whereas a CANet connection provides full sonar readings...2000 network. 2. Connecting the Wiring Harness to a Garmin CANet Device If your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter is Garmin CANet-compatible, it can use the Garmin CANet with up to 20 ft. (6 m). Contact your local Garmin dealer or marine dealer. Route a NMEA 2000 drop cable from ...
...connected NMEA 2000-compatible devices. Determine an appropriate location to connect the chartplotter to your existing NMEA 2000 network: 1. You can receive sonar information from a sounder or fishfinder to be sent to a single chartplotter, whereas a CANet connection provides full sonar readings...2000 network. 2. Connecting the Wiring Harness to a Garmin CANet Device If your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter is Garmin CANet-compatible, it can use the Garmin CANet with up to 20 ft. (6 m). Contact your local Garmin dealer or marine dealer. Route a NMEA 2000 drop cable from ...
Installation Instructions
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...the water to work properly. Using the ROCKER and the SELECT keys, follow the screens to configure your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Connecting Cables to the Chartplotter Use the diagrams below the water line. Testing the Optional...10122; ➊ Wiring harness ➋ NMEA 2000 ➌ External GPS antenna (sold separately) ➍ Compatible XM antenna with audio adapter (sold separately) ➎ Compatible XM antenna (sold separately) GPSMAP 521, 541, 551 GPSMAP 526, 536, 546, and 556 Testing the Installation To turn on ...
...the water to work properly. Using the ROCKER and the SELECT keys, follow the screens to configure your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Connecting Cables to the Chartplotter Use the diagrams below the water line. Testing the Optional...10122; ➊ Wiring harness ➋ NMEA 2000 ➌ External GPS antenna (sold separately) ➍ Compatible XM antenna with audio adapter (sold separately) ➎ Compatible XM antenna (sold separately) GPSMAP 521, 541, 551 GPSMAP 526, 536, 546, and 556 Testing the Installation To turn on ...
Installation Instructions
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...131ºF (from -15ºC to eliminate the degradation. 4. Update Rate: 1/second, continuous GPS Accuracy: Position: If the sonar signal suddenly is lost . diagonal (12.7 cm), QVGA display ...95 cm) Performance Receiver: GPSMAP 420/430/440/450 (s) GPSMAP 520/530/540/550/525/535/545/555 (s): Differential-ready 12 parallel channel WAAS-capable receiver GPSMAP 421/431/441/451 (s) GPSMAP 521/531/541...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 . To test the transom mount transducer ...
...131ºF (from -15ºC to eliminate the degradation. 4. Update Rate: 1/second, continuous GPS Accuracy: Position: If the sonar signal suddenly is lost . diagonal (12.7 cm), QVGA display ...95 cm) Performance Receiver: GPSMAP 420/430/440/450 (s) GPSMAP 520/530/540/550/525/535/545/555 (s): Differential-ready 12 parallel channel WAAS-capable receiver GPSMAP 421/431/441/451 (s) GPSMAP 521/531/541...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 . To test the transom mount transducer ...
Installation Instructions
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... GNSS Sats in View Wind Data Compatible GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotters are supported by the GPSMAP 525s/526s/535s/536s/545s/546s/555s/556s units only.) Dual Frequency, 500 W (RMS), 4,000 W (peak to peak); Command/Request/Acknowledge Group Function Transmit/Receive PGN List Group Function Product Information Vessel ... 130314 Actual Pressure NMEA 0183, Version 3.01 Sentences: SDDBT, SDDPT, SDMTW, SDVHW, SDWPL You can purchase complete information about National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) format and sentences from: NMEA Seven Riggs Avenue Severna Park, MD 21146 USA www.nmea.org...
... GNSS Sats in View Wind Data Compatible GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotters are supported by the GPSMAP 525s/526s/535s/536s/545s/546s/555s/556s units only.) Dual Frequency, 500 W (RMS), 4,000 W (peak to peak); Command/Request/Acknowledge Group Function Transmit/Receive PGN List Group Function Product Information Vessel ... 130314 Actual Pressure NMEA 0183, Version 3.01 Sentences: SDDBT, SDDPT, SDMTW, SDVHW, SDWPL You can purchase complete information about National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) format and sentences from: NMEA Seven Riggs Avenue Severna Park, MD 21146 USA www.nmea.org...
Owner's Manual
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GPSMAP 400/500 Series Owner's Manual Introduction This manual includes information for the following products: GPSMAP® 420/420s GPSMAP 421/421s GPSMAP 520/520s GPSMAP 521/521s GPSMAP 550/550s GPSMAP 551/551s GPSMAP 450/450s GPSMAP 451/451s GPSMAP 525/525s GPSMAP 526/526s GPSMAP 555/555s GPSMAP 556/556s Tips ...text. Then highlight Navigation Chart, and press SELECT again. Quick Links • Turning the Unit On or Off: page 3. • Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals: page 5. • Inserting and Removing SD Cards: page 6. • Restoring Factory Settings: page 6. • Using the...
GPSMAP 400/500 Series Owner's Manual Introduction This manual includes information for the following products: GPSMAP® 420/420s GPSMAP 421/421s GPSMAP 520/520s GPSMAP 521/521s GPSMAP 550/550s GPSMAP 551/551s GPSMAP 450/450s GPSMAP 451/451s GPSMAP 525/525s GPSMAP 526/526s GPSMAP 555/555s GPSMAP 556/556s Tips ...text. Then highlight Navigation Chart, and press SELECT again. Quick Links • Turning the Unit On or Off: page 3. • Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals: page 5. • Inserting and Removing SD Cards: page 6. • Restoring Factory Settings: page 6. • Using the...
Owner's Manual
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...Garmin iv Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Turning the Unit On or Off 3 Initializing Unit Settings 3 Adjusting the Backlight 4 Using the Keypad 5 Acquiring GPS... Satellite Signals 5 Using Simulator Mode 6 Viewing System Information 6 Restoring the Original Factory Settings 6 Inserting and Removing SD Cards 6 Understanding the Home Screen 7 Using Charts 8 Using the Navigation Chart 8 Changing the Navigation Chart Settings 12 Using the Split Navigation Chart 14 Using Perspective 3D 15 ii Using Mariner... Vision 28 Navigating with a Garmin Autopilot 29 Viewing Information 30 ...
...Garmin iv Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Turning the Unit On or Off 3 Initializing Unit Settings 3 Adjusting the Backlight 4 Using the Keypad 5 Acquiring GPS... Satellite Signals 5 Using Simulator Mode 6 Viewing System Information 6 Restoring the Original Factory Settings 6 Inserting and Removing SD Cards 6 Understanding the Home Screen 7 Using Charts 8 Using the Navigation Chart 8 Changing the Navigation Chart Settings 12 Using the Split Navigation Chart 14 Using Perspective 3D 15 ii Using Mariner... Vision 28 Navigating with a Garmin Autopilot 29 Viewing Information 30 ...
Owner's Manual
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... Advanced Sonar Settings 48 Digital Selective Calling (DSC 50 Using the Chartplotter with a VHF Radio 50 Adding a DSC Contact 51 Viewing the DSC List 51 Receiving Distress Calls 51 Man-Overboard Distress Calls Initiated from a VHF Radio........ 52 Man-Overboard Distress Calls Initiated from the Chartplotter.... 52 Position Tracking 52 Introduction... AIS Target 54 Appendix 55 Specifications 55 Alarms and Messages 57 Capturing Screenshots 60 Caring for the Unit 60 Software License Agreement 61 Index 62 GPSMAP 400/500 Series Owner's Manual iii
... Advanced Sonar Settings 48 Digital Selective Calling (DSC 50 Using the Chartplotter with a VHF Radio 50 Adding a DSC Contact 51 Viewing the DSC List 51 Receiving Distress Calls 51 Man-Overboard Distress Calls Initiated from a VHF Radio........ 52 Man-Overboard Distress Calls Initiated from the Chartplotter.... 52 Position Tracking 52 Introduction... AIS Target 54 Appendix 55 Specifications 55 Alarms and Messages 57 Capturing Screenshots 60 Caring for the Unit 60 Software License Agreement 61 Index 62 GPSMAP 400/500 Series Owner's Manual iii
Owner's Manual
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...requirements and other important information. Hg - Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, Garmin, declares that the GPSMAP 400 series and the GPSMAP 500 series is in a safe place. In Europe, go to: www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/environment/disposal.jsp. To view the full Declaration of Directive 1999/5/EC...laws. In the USA, go to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for your unit. iv GPSMAP 400/500 Series Owner's Manual Product Registration Help us better support you have any questions while using your Garmin product: www.garmin.com. by phone at +44 (0) 870....
...requirements and other important information. Hg - Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, Garmin, declares that the GPSMAP 400 series and the GPSMAP 500 series is in a safe place. In Europe, go to: www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/environment/disposal.jsp. To view the full Declaration of Directive 1999/5/EC...laws. In the USA, go to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for your unit. iv GPSMAP 400/500 Series Owner's Manual Product Registration Help us better support you have any questions while using your Garmin product: www.garmin.com. by phone at +44 (0) 870....
Owner's Manual
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...Demonstration-select NO. (This option is only available the first time the unit is not available if you must configure the initial settings. AIS Receiver (is turned on your unit, you turn on . To turn off the unit, press and hold the Power key. Welcome-select OK.... to view the Home screen. Position Format-specify the coordinate system to a serial port, specify which ports are connected. Home Screen GPSMAP 400/500 Series Owner's Manual Getting Started Initializing Unit Settings The first time you must configure the initial settings. Language-select the language to display...
...Demonstration-select NO. (This option is only available the first time the unit is not available if you must configure the initial settings. AIS Receiver (is turned on your unit, you turn on . To turn off the unit, press and hold the Power key. Welcome-select OK.... to view the Home screen. Position Format-specify the coordinate system to a serial port, specify which ports are connected. Home Screen GPSMAP 400/500 Series Owner's Manual Getting Started Initializing Unit Settings The first time you must configure the initial settings. Language-select the language to display...
Owner's Manual
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... overhead clearance for your boat. AIS Alarm Time To-select the time within which an alarm will sound if an AIS vessel is on the GPSMAP 525, 526, 555, and 556). Select Yes or No. To allow the unit to your boat (page 44). Press left or right on the Rocker... Power key. 2. Refer to automatically adjust the backlight based on ambient light, select Auto Backlight (automatic backlight is detected, a message will ask if you are receiving NMEA sonar depth data. Press and release the Power key. 2. Refer to calibrate it now. Select Yes or No. Adjusting the Backlight 1. Select Color Mode...
... overhead clearance for your boat. AIS Alarm Time To-select the time within which an alarm will sound if an AIS vessel is on the GPSMAP 525, 526, 555, and 556). Select Yes or No. To allow the unit to your boat (page 44). Press left or right on the Rocker... Power key. 2. Refer to automatically adjust the backlight based on ambient light, select Auto Backlight (automatic backlight is detected, a message will ask if you are receiving NMEA sonar depth data. Press and release the Power key. 2. Refer to calibrate it now. Select Yes or No. Adjusting the Backlight 1. Select Color Mode...
Owner's Manual
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...GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish the current location. Using the Keypad POWER/ BACKLIGHT RANGE (-/+) ROCKER MARK SELECT MENU HOME MENU-Press to adjust the backlight and day and night modes. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Owner's Manual When the unit acquires satellite signals, the signal strength bars at www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Acquiring GPS...return to zoom in or out on lists. press to return to mark a waypoint. For more information about GPS, visit the Garmin Web site at the top of the sonar. MARK-Press to the previous screen when indicated. When the ...
...GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish the current location. Using the Keypad POWER/ BACKLIGHT RANGE (-/+) ROCKER MARK SELECT MENU HOME MENU-Press to adjust the backlight and day and night modes. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Owner's Manual When the unit acquires satellite signals, the signal strength bars at www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Acquiring GPS...return to zoom in or out on lists. press to return to mark a waypoint. For more information about GPS, visit the Garmin Web site at the top of the sonar. MARK-Press to the previous screen when indicated. When the ...