Garmin GPS 19x NMEA 2000 Installation Instructions - Page 1

• To ensure the best reception, the antenna should be mounted in a location that has a clear, unobstructed view of the sky in all directions ➊. GPS 19x NMEA 2000® Installation Instructions ➊ ➋➌  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. The Garmin GPS 19x NMEA 2000 high-sensitivity GPS antenna provides position information to your existing NMEA 2000 network. If you do not have an existing NMEA 2000 network on your boat, you will need to install one. For more information about NMEA 2000, go to www.garmin.com. The antenna must be properly installed according to these instructions. You need the appropriate fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in each section. These items are available at most marine dealers. • The antenna should not be mounted where it is shaded by the superstructure of the boat ➋, a radome antenna, or the mast. • The antenna should not be mounted near the engine or other sources of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) ➌. • If a radar is present, it is best to install the antenna above the path of the radar ➍, though it is acceptable to install it below the path of the radar ➎ if necessary. The antenna should not be installed directly in the path of the radar ➏. ➍ ➏ ➎ Registering the Device • Go to http://my.garmin.com. • Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. For future reference, write the serial number assigned to your antenna in the space provided. It is located on a sticker on the bottom of the antenna. Serial number • The antenna should be mounted at least 3 ft. (1 m) away from (preferably above) the path of a radar beam or a VHF radio antenna ➐. ➐ Contacting Garmin Product Support • Go to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for in-country support information. • In the USA, call (913) 397.8200 or (800) 800.1020. • In the UK, call 0808 2380000. • In Europe, call +44 (0) 870.8501241. Tools Needed • Drill • 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) drill bit • 3/4 in. (19 mm) drill bit for a pole-mount cable-hole • 1 in. (25 mm) hole saw for a surface-mount cable-hole • Screwdriver, appropriate for the screw type • Countersink bit for mounting on fiberglass • Marine sealant for some mounting options Optional Accessories • Additional NMEA 2000 network components • Screws, for under-deck mounting Mounting Type and Location Considerations You can mount the antenna on a flat surface, attach it to a standard 1 in. OD, 14 threads per in., pipe-threaded pole (not included), or install it under fiberglass. For optimal performance, consider these guidelines when selecting the antenna mounting location. • The antenna must be mounted 5.9 in. (150 mm) from a compass to avoid interference. • On a sailboat, to prevent inaccurate speed readings caused by excessive heeling, the antenna should not be mounted high on the mast. • The antenna provides more-stable readings when located nearer to water level. Testing the Mounting Location 1 Temporarily secure the antenna in the preferred mounting location and test it for correct operation. 2 If you experience interference with other electronics, move the antenna to a different location, and test it again. 3 Repeat steps 1-2 until you can verify that the antenna operates correctly. 4 Permanently mount the antenna. Surface-Mounting the Antenna Before you permanently mount the antenna, test the mounting location for correct operation (page 1). Use the surface-mount bracket ➊ as your mounting template. ➊ ➋ ➌ ➎ ➍ April 2012 190-01361-91_0B Printed in Taiwan