Garmin GPSMAP 541s Installation Instructions

Garmin GPSMAP 541s - Marine GPS Receiver Manual

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  • Garmin GPSMAP 541s | Installation Instructions - Page 1
    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 "s" version only "s" version
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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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    : The following procedures contain installation instructions for the transducer included with the "s" model GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotters. If you choose to use a different transducer, installation instructions are provided in the transducer kits. Some transducers might have to be installed by
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    on aluminum hulls. Adjust the transducer assembly to be aligned parallel with the bottom. 4. Tighten the 10-32 locking nut until it clamp. 8. Route the transducer cable to the GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter. Notice: Avoid routing the transducer  GPSMAP 400/500 Series Installation Instructions
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    6. Route the transducer cable to the GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotter using cable ties to secure the cable to the motor shaft. You can fill the forward-facing portion (except the cable tie pocket) of the transducer mount with sealant to avoid accumulating debris. Notice: Leave some slack in the
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    NMEA 0183 and Garmin CANet devices. If applicable, the wiring harness also connects the chartplotter to a transducer. The wiring harness does not connect to a NMEA 2000 network. For instructions on connecting to a NMEA 2000 network with compatible devices, see page 8. To the GPSMAP 400/500 series
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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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    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 the chartplotter. If NMEA 2000 drop cable from the chartplotter to the top of the T-connector
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    on the back of the chartplotter may not be used 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 2000 ➌ External GPS antenna (sold separately) ➍ Compatible XM
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    turned off. Update Rate: 1/second, continuous GPS Accuracy: Position:
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    , Rapid Update COG/SOG Rapid Update GNSS - Position Data Cross Track Error Navigation Data Navigation - Route/WP information GNSS DOPs GNSS Sats in View Wind Data Compatible GPSMAP 400/500 series chartplotters are NMEA 2000 certified. 130314 Actual Pressure NMEA 0183, Version 3.01 Sentences
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    consent of Garmin. Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. September 2009 © 2009 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin
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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