Garmin GPSMAP 541s Installation Instructions - Page 1

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 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 only "s" version only "s" version only "s" version only September 2009 190-01074-02 Rev. B Printed in Taiwan