Garmin GMR Fantom 18 Installation Instructions - Page 1
Garmin GMR Fantom 18 Manual
View all Garmin GMR Fantom 18 manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
Page 1 highlights
GMR™ Fantom™ 18/24 Installation Instructions Important Safety Information WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. The radar transmits electromagnetic energy. Ensure that the radar is installed according to the recommendations in these instructions and that all personnel are clear of the path of the radar beam before transmitting. When properly installed and operated, the use of this radar conforms to the requirements of ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. When the radar is transmitting, do not look directly at the antenna at close range; eyes are the most sensitive part of the body to electromagnetic energy. When connecting the power cable, do not remove the in-line fuse holder. To prevent the possibility of injury or product damage caused by fire or overheating, the appropriate fuse must be in place as indicated in the product specifications. In addition, connecting the power cable without the appropriate fuse in place voids the product warranty. CAUTION This device should be used only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt to use the device for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography. Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding. Opening the device may result in personal injury and/or damage to the device. This device contains no user-serviceable parts, and should be opened only by a Garmin® authorized service technician. Any damage resulting from opening the unit by anyone other than a Garmin authorized service technician will not be covered by the Garmin warranty. NOTICE When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the surface. Registering Your Device Help us better support you by completing our online registration today. • Go to my.garmin.com. • Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. Contacting Garmin Product Support • Go to www.garmin.com/support/ for in-country support information. • In the USA, call 913-397-8200 or 1-800-800-1020. • In the UK, call 0808 238 0000. • In Europe, call +44 (0) 870 850 1241. Loading the New Software on a Memory Card 1 Insert a memory card into the card slot on the computer. 2 Go to www.garmin.com/support/software/marine.html. 3 Select Download next to GPSMAP Series with SD Card. 4 Read and agree to the terms. 5 Select Download. 6 Select Run. 7 Select the drive associated with the memory card, and select Next > Finish. Updating the Device Software Before you can update the software, you must obtain a software-update memory card or load the latest software onto a memory card. 1 Turn on the chartplotter. 2 After the home screen appears, insert the memory card into the card slot. NOTE: In order for the software update instructions to appear, the device must be fully booted before the card is inserted. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. 4 Wait several minutes while the software update process completes. 5 When prompted, leave the memory card in place and restart the chartplotter manually. 6 Remove the memory card. NOTE: If the memory card is removed before the device restarts fully, the software update is not complete. Tools Needed • Drill • 9.5 mm (3/8 in.) drill bit • 32 mm (1 1/4 in.) drill bit (optional) • 4 mm (13/32 in.) hex wrench • 13 mm (1/2 in.) wrench and torque wrench • Marine sealant Mounting Considerations To complete the installation, you need the appropriate fasteners, tools, and mounts. These items are available at most marine dealers. • It is highly recommended that the device is mounted out of range of personnel, with the horizontal beam width above head height. To avoid exposure to harmful radio frequency (RF) levels, the device should not be mounted closer to people than the maximum safe distance value listed in the product specifications. • The device should be mounted high above the ship's keel line with minimal blockage between the vessel and the radar beam. Obstructions may cause blind and shadow sectors, or generate false echoes. The higher the installation position, the farther the radome can detect targets. • The device should be mounted on a flat surface or a platform that is parallel to the vessel's water line and is sturdy enough to support the device's weight. The weight for each model is listed in the product specifications. • Most radar beams spread vertically 12.5° above and 12.5° À below the radome's radiating element. On vessels with Á higher bow angles at cruise speed, the installation angle can be lowered to point the beam slightly downward to the waterline while at rest. Use shims if necessary. December 2016 Printed in Taiwan 190-02124-02_0A