Garmin GPSMAP 6012 Installation Instructions
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- Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 1
. The GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter and GPS 17x antenna must be properly installed according to the following instructions. You need the appropriate fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in each section. These items are available at most marine dealers. Contact Garmin® Product Support if you - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 2
to bail mount the chartplotter, or you can use the included template and hardware to flush mount the chartplotter. Mount the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter in a location that provides a clear, glare-free view of the display and easy operation of the controls or touch screen. Note: You cannot - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 3
GPSMAP 6008/6208 chartplotters 15 in. (38.1 cm), GPSMAP 6012/6212 chartplotters 16 in. (40.6 cm), GPSMAP 7012/7212 chartplotters 25 in. (63.5 cm) and 7015/7215 chartplotters 17 in. (43.2 cm) from a magnetic compass. 2. The flush-mount template template of the template, place a template chartplotter - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 4
drill bits • Screwdrivers • Marine sealant (optional) EMI Better Best Good SS BARNETT EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) from engine components Above - best Below - OK Radar 3 ft. (1 m) VHF Radio Antenna GPS 17x Placement Considerations GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Installation Instructions - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 5
➌. 8. (Optional) With the GPS 17x installed on the pole mount, fill the vertical cable slot with a marine sealant. 9. Route the NMEA 2000 drop cable away from sources of electronic interference, and connect it to your NMEA 2000 network (page 8). GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Installation Instructions - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 6
Mounting surface Adhesive pads GPS 17x antenna Under-deckmounting bracket Installing Cables The GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter is packaged with cable while routing the cable. • Optional Garmin Marine Network components use specialized Garmin Network cables (not included). Each network cable - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 7
. 6. Firmly push the grommet into the installation hole until it is seated. 7. Apply marine sealant, as needed, to weatherproof the installation-hole (optional). Wiring the Power Cable The GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter must be connected to the power supply for the boat. 1. Route the included - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 8
. The chartplotter must also be connected to power or it will not function. • One GPS antenna will provide position data for every device on the NMEA 2000 network. Do not connect multiple GPS antennas if you are using multiple chartplotters. GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Installation Instructions - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 9
Do not connect multiple GPS antennas if you are using multiple chartplotters. GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter Ignition or in-line switch Fuse + - 12 Vdc battery NMEA 2000 power cable Drop cables Female terminator T-connectors Male terminator Wiring a Garmin Marine Network Creating - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 10
instructions. Garmin GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter Garmin GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter Garmin marine radar Marine Network with Two Chartplotters GDL 30A XM® weather receiver xxxx GSD 22 sounder xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx To transducer Garmin GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 11
antenna and additional NMEA devices to either an existing chartplotter or the new GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series chartplotter. The existing chartplotter and the new GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter share NMEA 0183 data and Garmin Marine Network data. GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Installation Instructions - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 12
Receive A(+) > receive B(-) > Wiring to a NMEA 0183-compliant Device (AIS) NMEA 0183-compliant device (AIS) Garmin GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter Consult the installation instructions of your NMEA 0183-compliant device to identify the Transmit A(+) and B(-) wires and Receive A(+) and B(-) - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 13
) sentences. • Select Configure > Communications on the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter to set up NMEA 0183 communications. See the GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Owner's Manual for details. Port Receiving Port 1 Receiving Port 2 Receiving Port 3 Receiving Port 4 Transmitting Port 1 Transmitting Port - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 14
Device with 2-way Communication NMEA 0183-compliant device Garmin GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter Power cable NMEA 0183 Cable Wire see table for Wiring to Receive Data from a NMEA 0183-compliant Device With a Single Wire RX Connection 14 GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Installation Instructions - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 15
are using more than one Garmin chartplotter over a Garmin Marine Network, do not wire more than one chartplotter to a GPS antenna. The GPS signal is shared between multiple chartplotters connected to a Garmin Marine Network. Garmin GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter Power cable Wire color Fuse - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 16
7212/7015/7215 = XGA output). The marine video cable inputs are only available on the chartplotter to which they are attached and will not transmit over the Garmin Marine Network. For detailed marine GPSMAP 7015/7215 chartplotter as a computer monitor. See the GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Owner's Manual - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 17
card. If a software update SD card is not included, visit www.garmin.com to make sure your chartplotter software is up-to-date. To identify the version of software on your chartplotter, select or touch Configure > System > System Information. GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Installation Instructions 17 - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 18
garmin.com/aboutGarmin/environment/disposal.jsp. GPS Performance Specification Parameter Receiver Acquisition Time Warm Cold Reacquisition Update Rate Accuracy GPS ) NMEA 2000 Draw Devices All models GPSMAP 6008, 6208 GPSMAP 6012, 6212, 7012, 7212 GPSMAP 7015, 7215 All models All models - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 19
Water Depth Position - Rapid Update COG & SOG - Rapid Update GNSS Position Data Cross Track Error Navigation Data Navigation Route/Waypoint Info GNSS Sats in View Wind Data Temperature GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotters are NMEA 2000 certified. Marine Video Cable Pin Assignments Connector - Garmin GPSMAP 6012 | Installation Instructions - Page 20
of the National Marine Electronics Association. XM® and XM WX Satellite Weather® are registered trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. June 2010
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GPSMAP
®
6000/7000 Series Installation Instructions
WARNING
See the
Important Safety and Product Information
guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.
CAUTION
Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
NOTICE
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the surface to avoid damaging your boat.
The GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter and GPS 17x antenna must be properly installed according to the following instructions. You need
the appropriate fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in each section. These items are available at most marine dealers.
Contact Garmin
®
Product Support if you have any questions while installing your GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter. In the USA, go to
www.garmin.com/support
, or contact Garmin USA by phone at (913) 397.8200 or (800) 800.1020. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by
phone at 0808 2380000. In Europe, go to
www.garmin.com/support
and click
Contact Support
for in-country support information, or contact
Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0) 870.8501241.
Before installing your GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter, confirm that the package contains the items listed on the box. If any parts are
missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately.
Product Registration
Help us better support you by completing our online registration today. Go to
. Keep the original sales receipt, or a
photocopy, in a safe place.
For future reference, write the serial numbers assigned to your GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter and GPS 17x in the space provided. The
serial numbers are located on a sticker on the back of each device.
Chartplotter serial number:
GPS 17x serial number:
To install the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter, you must:
1. Mount the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter (
page 2
).
2. Mount the GPS antenna (
page 4
).
3. Connect the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter to power (
page 7
).
4. Connect the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter and the GPS 17x antenna to an existing NMEA 2000 network or create a simple NMEA
2000 network (
page 8
).
5. Ensure that the chartplotter software is up-to-date (
page 17)
.
The following additional installation options are not necessary in order to use the GPSMAP 6000/7000 chartplotter. They have
been included for your convenience:
•
Connecting the chartplotter to other Garmin Marine Network compatible devices, such as a sounder or a radar (
page 9
).
•
Connecting the chartplotter to a GPS 17 or GPS 17 HVS antenna (
page 15
).
•
Connecting the chartplotter to other NMEA 0183-compatible devices such as a VHF radio with DSC (
page 12)
.
•
Connecting the chartplotter to an external alarm (
page 15
).
•
Connecting the chartplotter to a video input source, to a PC, or to an external video monitor (
page 16
).
June 2010
Part Number 190-01120-02 Rev. C
Printed in Taiwan