Garmin GPSMAP 536 Installation Instructions

Garmin GPSMAP 536 - Marine GPS Receiver Manual

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  • Garmin GPSMAP 536 | Installation Instructions - Page 1
    installation requirements of your chartplotter. 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 NMEA 0183 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Garmin CANet Yes Yes No No No Sonar
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    the chartplotter angle, and tighten the long mounting knob until the chartplotter is snug. 3. Rotate the swivel mount bracket by twisting it left or right. The bracket clicks as you turn it. Select a good viewing angle, and then tighten both knobs.  GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions
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    to use a different transducer, installation instructions are provided in the transducer kits. Some transducers might have to be installed by a professional marine installer. Proper transducer installation is key to getting the best performance from your sonar-capable chartplotter. Be sure you have
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    each hole on the transducer mount. Apply marine sealant to all screw threads to prevent water from seeping into the transom. The transducer should extend 1/8 Test the transducer installation after you complete the GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter installation. See page 9. Mounting a Transducer
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    1/4 in. (6 mm) tall. Pour about 1/8 in. (3 mm) of two-part, slow-cure epoxy into the dam. 3. Place the transducer in the epoxy, turning the transducer to work out any air bubbles. 4. Weight the transducer in place, and allow it to cure for 24 hours. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions 
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    the fuse block of the boat). + To device * Certain GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotters can be connected to higher-voltage power sources. Refer to the Power section of the System Specifications on page 10 for more information. Fuse Block Example  GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions
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    a GPSMAP 400/500 Series Chartplotter to a Horn, a Lamp, or Both * Certain GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotters can be connected to higher-voltage power sources. Refer to the Power section of the System Specifications on page 10 for more information. GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions
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    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 a CANet-compatible Garmin Sounder or Fishfinder device. See the chartplotter functionality matrix on page 1 to determine whether your
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    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 the first time, press
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    6 g Power Power Source: 10-32 Vdc GPSMAP 421/431/441/451 (s) GPSMAP 521/531/541/551/526/536/546/556 (s) Power Source: 10-35 Vdc GPSMAP 420/430/440/450 (s) GPSMAP 520/530/540/550/525/535/545/555 (s) Usage: 15 W max at 13.8 Vdc Fuse: AGC/3AG - 3.0 A 10 GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions
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    to peak); (1 kW transducers 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); Dual Beam, 400 W (RMS), 3,200 W (peak to peak) Frequency: 50/200 kHz (dual frequency and 1 kW), 80/200 kHz (dual beam) Depth: 2,500 ft
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    changes or improvements. Visit the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of this and other Garmin products. Garmin®, the Garmin logo, GPSMAP®, and AutoLocate® are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered
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GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions
Your GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter must be properly installed according to the following instructions. You need the appropriate
fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in each section.
If you experience difficulty installing the chartplotter, seek the assistance of a
professional installer, or contact Garmin Product Support.
Before installing your GPSMAP 400 or 500 series chartplotter, confirm that the package contains the items listed on the box. If any parts are
missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately.
WARNING
: See the
Important Safety and Product Information
guide in the product box for product warnings and other important
information.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
NOTICE:
When drilling or cutting, always check the opposite side of the drilling or cutting surface.
To install and use your chartplotter:
1
Select a mounting location (
page 2
).
2. Mount the chartplotter (
page 2
).
3. Install the transducer, if applicable (
page 3
).
4. Install the wiring harness (
page 6
).
5. Connect the chartplotter to a NMEA 2000 network (optional, if applicable) (
page 8
).
6. Connect the cables to the chartplotter (
page 9
).
7. Test the installation (
page 9
).
Chartplotter Functionality Matrix
The chartplotters in the GPSMAP 400/500 series have different functionality based on model number. Use this matrix to determine the feature
set and installation requirements of your chartplotter.
Chartplotter
NMEA 2000
NMEA 0183
Garmin CANet
Sonar
GPSMAP 420/430/430x/440/440x/450
No
Yes
Yes
“s” version only
GPSMAP 520/525/530/535/540/545/550/555
No
Yes
Yes
“s” version only
GPSMAP 421/441/451
Yes
Yes
No
“s” version only
GPSMAP 431/531
No
Yes
No
“s” version only
GPSMAP 521/526/536/541/546/551/556
Yes
Yes
No
“s” version only
September 2009
190-01074-02 Rev. B
Printed in Taiwan