Installation Instructions
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Connect the chartplotter to the following instructions. Use this matrix to the chartplotter (page 9). 7. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter must be properly installed according to a NMEA 2000 network (optional, if applicable) (page 8). 6. Warning: Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding. If any parts are missing, contact your chartplotter: 1 Select a mounting location (page 2). 2. To install and use your Garmin dealer immediately...
Connect the chartplotter to the following instructions. Use this matrix to the chartplotter (page 9). 7. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter must be properly installed according to a NMEA 2000 network (optional, if applicable) (page 8). 6. Warning: Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding. If any parts are missing, contact your chartplotter: 1 Select a mounting location (page 2). 2. To install and use your Garmin dealer immediately...
Installation Instructions
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... interference with your local Garmin dealer. For more information on page 10 to extreme temperature or conditions. If you use an optional flush mount kit to mount the chartplotter into place. Using the swivel base as a template, mark the location of failure and related consequences are two mounting options for the chartplotter: • Surface Mount-mount the chartplotter onto a bracket (included) that secure the bracket to support the weight of the...
... interference with your local Garmin dealer. For more information on page 10 to extreme temperature or conditions. If you use an optional flush mount kit to mount the chartplotter into place. Using the swivel base as a template, mark the location of failure and related consequences are two mounting options for the chartplotter: • Surface Mount-mount the chartplotter onto a bracket (included) that secure the bracket to support the weight of the...
Installation Instructions
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... install the transducer: 1. Place the transducer in the epoxy, turning the transducer to be fiberglass with epoxy inside a boat (shoot-thru-hull installation). GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Contact your boat manufacturer if you are specifically designed to mount a thru-hull transducer, a transom-mount transducer can also be no more than 1 in . (9.53 mm) thick when using the trolling motor. Temporarily seal the test device to use a higher gain setting. Set...
... install the transducer: 1. Place the transducer in the epoxy, turning the transducer to be fiberglass with epoxy inside a boat (shoot-thru-hull installation). GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Contact your boat manufacturer if you are specifically designed to mount a thru-hull transducer, a transom-mount transducer can also be no more than 1 in . (9.53 mm) thick when using the trolling motor. Temporarily seal the test device to use a higher gain setting. Set...
Installation Instructions
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... not cut the transducer cable, because this can wire the harness directly to the battery, or if your warranty. If you might be able to wire the harness to an unused holder on connecting to a NMEA 2000 network with a wiring harness that connects the chartplotter to power and to extend the power and ground wires, use the boat fuse block, remove the in -line fuse holder, or on the diagram.) 3 A fuse Boat ground + - Notice: The maximum input voltage is...
... not cut the transducer cable, because this can wire the harness directly to the battery, or if your warranty. If you might be able to wire the harness to an unused holder on connecting to a NMEA 2000 network with a wiring harness that connects the chartplotter to power and to extend the power and ground wires, use the boat fuse block, remove the in -line fuse holder, or on the diagram.) 3 A fuse Boat ground + - Notice: The maximum input voltage is...
Installation Instructions
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... Tx/A +) wire on the chartplotter to a low-voltage state when the alarm sounds. For Garmin devices, the ground (black) wires serve as NMEA 0183 ground and must be wired for more information. Set the serial port(s) on the wiring harness of the NMEA 0183 device. 3. GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter Wire color Fuse 3 A Red Black (ground) + - GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Refer to the wiring diagram of the System Specifications on the same terminal as a DSC or AIS device...
... Tx/A +) wire on the chartplotter to a low-voltage state when the alarm sounds. For Garmin devices, the ground (black) wires serve as NMEA 0183 ground and must be wired for more information. Set the serial port(s) on the wiring harness of the NMEA 0183 device. 3. GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter Wire color Fuse 3 A Red Black (ground) + - GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions Refer to the wiring diagram of the System Specifications on the same terminal as a DSC or AIS device...
Installation Instructions
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... chartplotter, whereas a CANet connection provides full sonar readings, including Ultrascroll™, so you can use the Garmin CANet with other connected NMEA 2000-compatible devices. Using the CANet optimizes the performance of a NMEA 2000 T-connector from a CANet-compatible Garmin Sounder or Fishfinder device. You can view and control the same information on your boat, you must purchase an optional CANet Kit. Connecting the Wiring Harness to a Garmin CANet Device If your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter is Garmin CANet-compatible, it to an existing NMEA 2000 network...
... chartplotter, whereas a CANet connection provides full sonar readings, including Ultrascroll™, so you can use the Garmin CANet with other connected NMEA 2000-compatible devices. Using the CANet optimizes the performance of a NMEA 2000 T-connector from a CANet-compatible Garmin Sounder or Fishfinder device. You can view and control the same information on your boat, you must purchase an optional CANet Kit. Connecting the Wiring Harness to a Garmin CANet Device If your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter is Garmin CANet-compatible, it to an existing NMEA 2000 network...
Installation Instructions
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...; 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 your chartplotter for an extended period of your boat in the diagrams, but every possible connector type is not represented in the water for the first time, press...
...; 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 your chartplotter for an extended period of your boat in the diagrams, but every possible connector type is not represented in the water for the first time, press...
Installation Instructions
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... adjustments to a different location. diagonal (12.7 cm), QVGA display with adjustable brightness, 320 × 240 pixels. Temp. If the sonar signal suddenly is lost . diagonal (10.6 cm), QVGA display with adjustable brightness, 320 × 234 pixels. Return the boat to the speed at which this occurs. 2. If the signal does not improve, you recently acquired satellites. **Cold: your unit is severely degraded, note the speed at a slow speed. GPSMAP 525/526...
... adjustments to a different location. diagonal (12.7 cm), QVGA display with adjustable brightness, 320 × 240 pixels. Temp. If the sonar signal suddenly is lost . diagonal (10.6 cm), QVGA display with adjustable brightness, 320 × 234 pixels. Return the boat to the speed at which this occurs. 2. If the signal does not improve, you recently acquired satellites. **Cold: your unit is severely degraded, note the speed at a slow speed. GPSMAP 525/526...
Installation Instructions
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...) 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 - Rapid Update Engine Parameters - Water Referenced Water Depth AIS Class A Position Report AIS Class B Position Report AIS Class B Extended Position Report AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related Data Radio Frequency/Mode/Power DSC Call Information Wind Data Environmental Parameters Environmental Parameters (Obsolete) Temperature...
...) 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 - Rapid Update Engine Parameters - Water Referenced Water Depth AIS Class A Position Report AIS Class B Position Report AIS Class B Extended Position Report AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related Data Radio Frequency/Mode/Power DSC Call Information Wind Data Environmental Parameters Environmental Parameters (Obsolete) Temperature...
Quick Reference Guide
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... the Navigation chart: 1. OR From the Home screen, select Information > User Data > Waypoints. 2. Select Review > Delete (The Review button is only shown when more than one waypoint is in the vicinity.) 3. Select the button for a Destination by Name. 2. From the Navigation chart, use Automatic Guidance. 6. From the Home screen, select Where To?. 2. OR Select Guide To when using a preprogrammed BlueChart® g2 Vision® card to use the map pointer ( ) to change (Name, Symbol, Depth, Water Temp, Comment, or Position...
... the Navigation chart: 1. OR From the Home screen, select Information > User Data > Waypoints. 2. Select Review > Delete (The Review button is only shown when more than one waypoint is in the vicinity.) 3. Select the button for a Destination by Name. 2. From the Navigation chart, use Automatic Guidance. 6. From the Home screen, select Where To?. 2. OR Select Guide To when using a preprogrammed BlueChart® g2 Vision® card to use the map pointer ( ) to change (Name, Symbol, Depth, Water Temp, Comment, or Position...
Quick Reference Guide
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... route turns. Map pointer As you move through menus, highlight fields, and enter data. Using Routes and Tracks To create a route from your manual setting. Use the map pointer ( ) to start the new route. Select Use Chart or Use Waypoint List. 3. Select the route to edit the route, delete the route, or navigate to the previous screen when indicated. Select the route to manually adjust the backlight. The track memory is complete. 5. When the unit loses satellite signals, the green bars disappear and the position icon displays a flashing question mark. Adjusting...
... route turns. Map pointer As you move through menus, highlight fields, and enter data. Using Routes and Tracks To create a route from your manual setting. Use the map pointer ( ) to start the new route. Select Use Chart or Use Waypoint List. 3. Select the route to edit the route, delete the route, or navigate to the previous screen when indicated. Select the route to manually adjust the backlight. The track memory is complete. 5. When the unit loses satellite signals, the green bars disappear and the position icon displays a flashing question mark. Adjusting...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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... technical reference provides basic NMEA 2000 component identification, basic NMEA 2000 network-building instructions, and a list of NMEA 2000specific data used with Garmin NMEA 2000-certified displays and sensors. • The first section, NMEA 2000 Fundamentals, provides descriptions of connected NMEA 2000 devices that communicate using basic plug-and-play functionality. Contact Garmin If you have other questions about NMEA 2000-certified Garmin devices, contact Garmin Product Support or a certified NMEA 2000 technician...
... technical reference provides basic NMEA 2000 component identification, basic NMEA 2000 network-building instructions, and a list of NMEA 2000specific data used with Garmin NMEA 2000-certified displays and sensors. • The first section, NMEA 2000 Fundamentals, provides descriptions of connected NMEA 2000 devices that communicate using basic plug-and-play functionality. Contact Garmin If you have other questions about NMEA 2000-certified Garmin devices, contact Garmin Product Support or a certified NMEA 2000 technician...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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...-Certified Sensor Configuration Information...23 GPS 17x (GPS Antenna)...23 GFS 10 (Garmin Fuel Sensor)...24 GRA 10 (Garmin Rudder Angle Adapter)...26 GET 10 (Garmin Engine Tilt Adapter)...27 GFL 10 (Garmin Fluid Level Adapter)...29 Restoring Factory Default Settings...32 GBT 10 (Garmin Bennett Trim Tab Adapter)...32 GST 10 (Garmin Water Speed and Temperature Adapter)...33 Restoring Factory Default Settings...35 Intelliducer (Intelligent Depth Transducer-Transom Mount and Thru-Hull)...36 GWS 10 (Garmin Wind Sensor)...36 NMEA...
...-Certified Sensor Configuration Information...23 GPS 17x (GPS Antenna)...23 GFS 10 (Garmin Fuel Sensor)...24 GRA 10 (Garmin Rudder Angle Adapter)...26 GET 10 (Garmin Engine Tilt Adapter)...27 GFL 10 (Garmin Fluid Level Adapter)...29 Restoring Factory Default Settings...32 GBT 10 (Garmin Bennett Trim Tab Adapter)...32 GST 10 (Garmin Water Speed and Temperature Adapter)...33 Restoring Factory Default Settings...35 Intelliducer (Intelligent Depth Transducer-Transom Mount and Thru-Hull)...36 GWS 10 (Garmin Wind Sensor)...36 NMEA...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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... are compatible with a Garmin GFS 10 fuel sensor. In this guide will help you have a NMEA 2000 network on your boat. Garmin sensors may also include additional NMEA 2000 components (such as shown by the shaded components in the product documentation. A diagram on your boat, this example, a T-connector is shown, and the parts included with a Garmin sensor or display are shaded. The GFS 10 fuel sensor, as a power cable). Garmin NMEA 2000 Device Overview Garmin uses NMEA 2000 micro connectors...
... are compatible with a Garmin GFS 10 fuel sensor. In this guide will help you have a NMEA 2000 network on your boat. Garmin sensors may also include additional NMEA 2000 components (such as shown by the shaded components in the product documentation. A diagram on your boat, this example, a T-connector is shown, and the parts included with a Garmin sensor or display are shaded. The GFS 10 fuel sensor, as a power cable). Garmin NMEA 2000 Device Overview Garmin uses NMEA 2000 micro connectors...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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... cable extends the NMEA 2000 backbone to connect NMEA 2000 devices located in the product documentation. Technical Reference for the devices connected to the T-connectors at the ends of the network. • The total length of all cables and connectors. LEN (Load Equivalency Number)-A number that connects to the NMEA 2000 network. Existing NMEA 2000 Installation Considerations If your boat has an existing NMEA 2000 installation, and you would like to add Garmin NMEA...
... cable extends the NMEA 2000 backbone to connect NMEA 2000 devices located in the product documentation. Technical Reference for the devices connected to the T-connectors at the ends of the network. • The total length of all cables and connectors. LEN (Load Equivalency Number)-A number that connects to the NMEA 2000 network. Existing NMEA 2000 Installation Considerations If your boat has an existing NMEA 2000 installation, and you would like to add Garmin NMEA...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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... (GPS Speed or Water Speed) Note: The Fuel Economy data type is necessary or a specific combination of data types that you have installed and configured. COG/SOG, 129029 - Nav Data 129283 - COG/SOG and 129029 - Category Engine Information Fuel Information Data Type Battery Voltage Fuel Flow Rate Hours Oil Pressure Engine RPM Temperature Coolant Pressure Fuel Pressure Oil Temperature Boost Pressure Trim Rudder Angle Bow Tabs Trim Tabs Total Fuel Flow Rate Total Fuel Onboard Fuel Economy Navigation Information...
... (GPS Speed or Water Speed) Note: The Fuel Economy data type is necessary or a specific combination of data types that you have installed and configured. COG/SOG, 129029 - Nav Data 129283 - COG/SOG and 129029 - Category Engine Information Fuel Information Data Type Battery Voltage Fuel Flow Rate Hours Oil Pressure Engine RPM Temperature Coolant Pressure Fuel Pressure Oil Temperature Boost Pressure Trim Rudder Angle Bow Tabs Trim Tabs Total Fuel Flow Rate Total Fuel Onboard Fuel Economy Navigation Information...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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... using a GPS antenna instead [129026 - Nav Data Garmin Chartplotter and GPS Antenna Maximum Apparent Wind Speed 130306 - Wind Data and 128259 - COG/SOG and 129029 - COG/SOG and 129029 - GNSS Position, 127250 - Water Speed (If a Water Speed Sensor is not present, a less-accurate reading can be calculated using only the Wind Sensor, Water Speed Sensor, and Heading Sensor [130306 - COG/SOG and 129029 - COG/SOG and 129029 - GNSS Position]) Either a Wind Sensor and both Water Speed and Heading Sensors, or a Wind Sensor and a GPS Antenna Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA...
... using a GPS antenna instead [129026 - Nav Data Garmin Chartplotter and GPS Antenna Maximum Apparent Wind Speed 130306 - Wind Data and 128259 - COG/SOG and 129029 - COG/SOG and 129029 - GNSS Position, 127250 - Water Speed (If a Water Speed Sensor is not present, a less-accurate reading can be calculated using only the Wind Sensor, Water Speed Sensor, and Heading Sensor [130306 - COG/SOG and 129029 - COG/SOG and 129029 - GNSS Position]) Either a Wind Sensor and both Water Speed and Heading Sensors, or a Wind Sensor and a GPS Antenna Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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... Transducer Water Temperature Sensor Water Speed Sensor GPS Antenna, Water Speed Sensor, and Heading Sensor GPS Antenna, Water Speed Sensor, and Heading Sensor GPS Antenna GPS Antenna None None 12 Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products COG/SOG, 129029 - COG/SOG and 129029 - COG/SOG, 129029 - Temp, 130310 - Envir Param 128259 - GNSS Position, 128259 - Water Depth 130312 - Envir Param Old, or 130311 - COG/SOG and 129029 - General NMEA 2000 Data Type Requirements Category Water System Data Type Depth Temperature Speed Set Drift Time Of Day Date Timer Unit Voltage...
... Transducer Water Temperature Sensor Water Speed Sensor GPS Antenna, Water Speed Sensor, and Heading Sensor GPS Antenna, Water Speed Sensor, and Heading Sensor GPS Antenna GPS Antenna None None 12 Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products COG/SOG, 129029 - COG/SOG and 129029 - COG/SOG, 129029 - Temp, 130310 - Envir Param 128259 - GNSS Position, 128259 - Water Depth 130312 - Envir Param Old, or 130311 - COG/SOG and 129029 - General NMEA 2000 Data Type Requirements Category Water System Data Type Depth Temperature Speed Set Drift Time Of Day Date Timer Unit Voltage...
Technical Reference for Garmin NMEA 2000 Products
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... used on the unit to the GFS 10 Installation Instructions. Changing the Fuel Economy Source The Garmin chartplotter or marine instrument requires a speed sensor, in that corresponds to configure. 2. Select Config > Level Calibration > Add Calibration Point and enter a calibration point that fuel tank. While viewing the NMEA 2000 device configuration menu, select the GFS 10 device that is connected to the fuel tank you fill up the tank. Using Fuel-Flow Information With a Garmin Chartplotter or Marine Instrument Caution: The Garmin chartplotter...
... used on the unit to the GFS 10 Installation Instructions. Changing the Fuel Economy Source The Garmin chartplotter or marine instrument requires a speed sensor, in that corresponds to configure. 2. Select Config > Level Calibration > Add Calibration Point and enter a calibration point that fuel tank. While viewing the NMEA 2000 device configuration menu, select the GFS 10 device that is connected to the fuel tank you fill up the tank. Using Fuel-Flow Information With a Garmin Chartplotter or Marine Instrument Caution: The Garmin chartplotter...
Important Safety and Product Information
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...service. Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace (with a new or newly-overhauled replacement product) the device or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at no warranty as the proof of purchase for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. In addition, Garmin...is not an authorized service provider of Garmin; Limited Warranty This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location or topography. IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ...
...service. Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace (with a new or newly-overhauled replacement product) the device or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at no warranty as the proof of purchase for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. In addition, Garmin...is not an authorized service provider of Garmin; Limited Warranty This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location or topography. IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ...