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GPSMAP® 8000 Series 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.

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 will void the product warranty.

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.

Registering Your Device

Help us better support you by completing our online registration

today.

• Go to http://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 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 and drill bits

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• Marine sealant

• Jigsaw

• File and sandpaper

Mounting the Components

Mounting Considerations

NOTICE

This device should be mounted in a location that is not exposed

to extreme temperatures or conditions. The temperature range

for this device is listed in the product specifications. Extended

exposure to temperatures exceeding the specified temperature

range, in storage or operating conditions, may cause device

failure. Extreme-temperature-induced damage and related

consequences are not covered by the warranty.

You can mount the device using one of three methods. You can

use the included bracket and hardware to bail mount the device,

you can use the included template and hardware to flush mount

the device, or you can use the flat-mount kit (sold separately) to

mount the device flat with the dashboard. When selecting a

mounting location, observe these considerations.

NOTE: Not all mounting methods are available for all device

models. See the specific mounting-type section for more details

about your model.

• The location should provide optimal viewing as you operate

your boat.

• The location should allow for easy access to all device

interfaces, such as the keypad, touchscreen, and card

reader, if applicable.

• The location must be strong enough to support the weight of

the device and protect it from excessive vibration or shock.

• To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, the device

should not be installed closer to a compass than the

compass-safe distance value listed in the product

specifications.

• The location must allow room for the routing and connection

of the cables.

Bail Mounting the Device

NOTICE

If you are mounting the bracket on fiberglass with screws, it is

recommended to use a countersink bit to drill a clearance

counterbore through only the top gel-coat layer. This will help to

avoid any cracking in the gel-coat layer when the screws are

tightened.

The bail-mounting hardware (screws and washers or nuts,

washers, and bolts) is not included. The holes on the bail-mount

bracket are 5/16 in. (7.9 mm) in diameter. Before you can bail

mount the device, you must choose mounting hardware that fits

the holes in the bail-mount bracket and securely attaches it to

your specific mounting surface. The size of the pilot hole

required depends on the mounting hardware you choose.

You can bail mount only the eight-inch and 12-inch models. Due

to the size of the 15-inch models, you must install them using

the flush-mount or flat-mount method.

1Using the included bail-mount bracket À as a template, mark

the location of the four pilot holes Á.

2Using a drill bit appropriate for your mounting hardware, drill

the pilot holes.

3Secure the bail-mount bracket to the surface using your

mounting hardware Â.

4Install the bail-mount knobs à on the sides of the device.

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5Place the device in the bail-mount bracket, and tighten the

bail-mount knobs.

Securing the Device

You can lock the device to the structure of your boat for added

security (optional).

1Bail-mount the device (page 1).

2Using a coated braided-steel cable (not included) and a lock

(not included), secure the back of the case À to the structure

of the boat.

Flush Mounting the Device

NOTICE

Be careful when cutting the hole to flush mount the device.

There is only a small amount of clearance between the case

and the mounting holes, and cutting the hole too large could

compromise the stability of the device after it is mounted.

The included template and hardware can be used to flush

mount the device in your dashboard. To mount the device so

the screen is flat with the dashboard, you must purchase a flat-

mount kit from your Garmin® dealer.

1Trim the template and make sure it fits in the location where

you want to flush mount the device.

2Remove the protective liner from the back of the template

and adhere it to the location where you want to mount the

device.

3Using a ½ in. (13 mm) drill bit, drill one or more of the holes

inside the corners of the solid line on the template to prepare

the mounting surface for cutting.

4Using a jigsaw, cut the mounting surface along the inside of

the solid line indicated on the template.

5Place the device in the cutout to test the fit.

6If necessary, use a file and sandpaper to refine the size of

the cutout.

7After the device fits correctly in the cutout, ensure the

mounting holes on the device line up with the larger 9/32 in.

(7.2 mm) holes on the template.

8If the mounting holes on the device do not line up, mark the

new hole locations.

9Using a 9/32 in. (7.2 mm) drill bit, drill the larger holes.

10Starting in one corner of the template, place a nut plate À

over the larger hole Á drilled in step 9.

The smaller 9/64 in. (3.5 mm) hole  on the nut plate should

line up with the smaller hole on the template.

11If the smaller 9/64 in. (3.5 mm) hole on the nut plate does not

line up with the smaller hole on the template, mark the new

hole location.

12Repeat steps 10–11 for each of the nut plates along the

sides of the device as indicated on the template.

13Using a 9/64 in. (3.5 mm) drill bit, drill the smaller holes.

14Remove the template from the mounting surface.

15Starting in one corner of the mounting location, place a nut

plate à on the back of the mounting surface, lining up the

large and small holes.

The raised portion of the nut plate should fit into the larger

hole.

16Secure the nut plate to the mounting surface by fastening an

included M3 screw Ä through the smaller 9/64 in. (3.5 mm)

hole.

17Repeat steps 15–16 for each of the nut plates along the

sides of the device.

18Install the rubber gasket Å on the back of the device.

The pieces of the rubber gasket have adhesive on the back.

Make sure you remove the protective liner before installing

them on the device.

19If you will not have access to the back of the device after you

mount it, connect all necessary cables to the device before

placing it into the cutout.

NOTE: To prevent corrosion of the metal contacts, cover

unused connectors with the attached weather caps.

20Place the device into the cutout.

21Secure the device to the mounting surface using the included

M4 screws Æ.

22Insert the included plugs over each of the M4 screw heads.

23Install the decorative bezel by snapping it in place around the

edges of the device.

Card Reader Mounting Considerations

NOTICE

This device should be mounted in a location that is not exposed

to extreme temperatures or conditions. The temperature range

for this device is listed in the product specifications. Extended

exposure to temperatures exceeding the specified temperature

range, in storage or operating conditions, may cause device

failure. Extreme-temperature-induced damage and related

consequences are not covered by the warranty.

The card reader can be flush mounted in the dashboard using

the included hardware. When selecting a mounting location,

observe these considerations.

• The card reader should be mounted in an accessible

location. You must be able to access the card reader when

necessary to insert and remove memory cards containing

additional mapping and device updates, and to transfer user

data.

• To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, the device

should not be installed closer to a compass than the

compass-safe distance value listed in the product

specifications.

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• The location must allow room for the routing and connection

of the cables.

Mounting the Card Reader

NOTICE

Be careful when cutting the hole to flush mount the device.

There is only a small amount of clearance between the case

and the mounting holes, and cutting the hole too large could

compromise the stability of the device after it is mounted.

If you are mounting the bracket on fiberglass with screws, it is

recommended to use a countersink bit to drill a clearance

counterbore through only the top gel-coat layer. This will help to

avoid any cracking in the gel-coat layer when the screws are

tightened.

The included template and hardware can be used to flush

mount the device at the selected location.

1Trim the flush-mount template and make sure it fits in the

location where you want to mount the device.

2Remove the protective liner from the back of the template

and adhere it to the location where you want to mount the

device.

3Using a ¼ in. (6 mm) drill bit, drill one or more of the holes

inside the corners of the solid line on the template to prepare

the mounting surface for cutting.

4Using a jigsaw, cut the mounting surface along the inside of

the solid line indicated on the template.

5Place the device in the cutout to test the fit.

6If necessary, use a file and sandpaper to refine the size of

the cutout.

7After the device À fits correctly in the cutout, make sure that

the mounting holes on the device line up with the pilot holes

Á on the template.

8If the mounting holes on the device do not line up, mark the

new pilot-hole locations.

9Using a center punch, indent the pilot holes and drill the

clearance counterbore through the gell-coat layer as advised

in the notice.

10Remove the template from the mounting surface.

11If you will not have access to the back of the device after you

mount it, connect all necessary cables to the device before

placing it into the cutout.

12Place the device into the cutout.

13Secure the device to the mounting surface using the included

screws Â.

14Install the decorative bezel by snapping it in place around the

edges of the device.

Antenna Mounting Considerations

You can mount the antenna on a flat surface, install it under

fiberglass, or attach it to a standard 1 in. OD, 14 threads per

inch, pipe-threaded pole (not included). You can route the cable

outside of the pole or through the pole. For optimal

performance, consider these guidelines when selecting the

antenna mounting location.

• To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, the antenna

should not be mounted closer to a compass than the

compass-safe distance value listed in the product

specifications.

• 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 À.

• The antenna should not be mounted where it is shaded by

the superstructure of the boat Á, a radome antenna, or the

mast.

• The antenna should not be mounted near the engine or other

sources of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Â.

• If a radar is present, the antenna should be mounted above

the path of the radar Ã. If necessary, the antenna may be

mounted below the path of the radar Ä.

• The antenna should not be mounted directly in the path of

the radar Å.

• 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 Æ .

• 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.

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Testing the Mounting Location

1Temporarily secure the antenna in the preferred mounting

location and test it for correct operation.

2If you experience interference with other electronics, move

the antenna to a different location, and test it again.

3Repeat steps 1–2 until the antenna operates correctly.

4Permanently mount the antenna.

Surface Mounting the Antenna

NOTICE

If you are mounting the bracket on fiberglass with screws, it is

recommended to use a countersink bit to drill a clearance

counterbore through only the top gel-coat layer. This will help to

avoid any cracking in the gel-coat layer when the screws are

tightened.

Stainless-steel screws may bind when screwed into fiberglass

and overtightened. Garmin recommends applying an anti-

galling, stainless anti-seize lubricant to the screws before

installing them.

Before you permanently mount the antenna, you must test the

mounting location for correct operation (page 3).

1Using the surface-mount bracket À as your mounting

template, mark the three pilot-hole locations and trace the

cable-hole in the center of the bracket.

2Set the surface-mount bracket aside.

Do not drill through the bracket.

3Drill the three 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) pilot holes.

4Use a 1 in. (25 mm) hole saw to cut the cable hole in the

center.

5Place the seal pad Á on the bottom of the surface-mount

bracket, aligning the screw holes.

6Use the included M4 screws to secure the surface-mount

bracket to the mounting surface.

7Route the cable  through the 1 in. (25 mm) hole and

connect it to the antenna.

8Verify that the large gasket à is in place on the bottom of the

antenna, place the antenna on the surface-mount bracket,

and twist it clockwise to lock it in place.

9Secure the antenna to the mounting bracket with the

included M3 set screw Ä.

10Route the cable away from sources of electronic

interference.

Mounting the Antenna with the Cable Routed Outside the

Pole

Before you permanently mount the antenna, you must test the

mounting location for correct operation (page 3).

1Route the cable through the pole-mount adapter À, and

place the cable in the vertical slot Á along the base of the

pole-mount adapter.

2Screw the pole-mount adapter onto a standard 1 in. OD, 14

threads per inch, pipe-threaded pole (not included).

Do not overtighten the adapter on the pole.

3Connect the cable to the antenna.

4Place the antenna on the pole-mount adapter and twist it

clockwise to lock it in place.

5Secure the antenna to the adapter with the included M3 set

screw Â.

6With the antenna installed on the pole mount, fill the

remaining gap in the vertical cable slot with a marine sealant

(optional).

7Attach the pole to the boat if it is not already attached.

8Route the cable away from sources of electronic

interference.

Mounting the Antenna with the Cable Routed Through the

Pole

Before you permanently mount the antenna, you must test the

mounting location for correct operation (page 3).

1Position a standard 1 in. OD, 14 threads per inch, pipe-

threaded pole (not included) in the selected location, and

mark the approximate center of the pole.

2Drill a hole using a ¾ in. (19 mm) drill bit for the cable to

pass through.

3Fasten the pole to the boat.

4Thread the pole-mount adapter onto the pole.

Do not overtighten the adapter.

5Route the cable through the pole and connect it to the

antenna.

6Place the antenna on the pole-mount adapter and twist it

clockwise to lock it in place.

7Secure the antenna to the adapter with the included M3 set

screw À.

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8With the antenna installed on the pole mount, fill the vertical

cable slot Á with a marine sealant (optional).

9Route the cable away from sources of electronic

interference.

Mounting the Antenna Under the Deck

NOTICE

Before attaching the under-deck mounting bracket to the

surface, verify that the supplied screws will not penetrate the

surface. If the supplied screws are too long, you must purchase

surface-appropriate screws to complete the installation.

Before you permanently mount the antenna, you must test the

mounting location for correct operation (page 3).

Because the antenna cannot acquire signals through metal, it

must be mounted under a fiberglass surface only.

1Place the adhesive pads À on the under-deck mounting

bracket Á.

2Place the antenna in the under-deck mounting bracket.

3Adhere the under-deck mounting bracket to the mounting

surface.

4Secure the under-deck mounting bracket to the mounting

surface with screws.

5Connect the cable to the antenna Â.

6Route the cable away from sources of electronic

interference.

Cable and Connection Considerations

NOTICE

A blue rubber seal is included for each DVI port on the device.

This seal must be installed between each DVI port and DVI-

cable connector to avoid damage to the connectors.

• For easer cable routing, the power, NMEA® 0183, and

Garmin Marine Network cables are packaged without the

locking rings installed. You should route the cables before

you install the locking rings.

• After connecting a locking ring to a cable, make sure the ring

is securely connected and the o-ring is in place so the power

or data connection remains secure.

• The device should be connected to the same power source

as the card reader. If this is not possible, the devices must

be connected to the same ground.

Station Connection Considerations

This device can be set up in conjunction with other compatible

Garmin devices to work together as a station. When planning

stations on your boat, observe these considerations.

• Devices prior to the GPSMAP 8000 series and GPSMAP

8500 cannot be used in a station.

• Although it is not necessary, it is recommended that you

install all of the devices you plan to use in one station near

each other.

• No special connections are necessary to create a station, as

long as all of the devices are connected to the Garmin

Marine Network (page 6).

• Stations are created and modified using the device software.

See the owner's manual provided with the device for more

information.

Connecting to Power

WARNING

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 will void the product warranty.

1Route the power cable to the power source and to the

device.

2Connect the red wire to the positive (+) battery terminal, and

connect the black wire to the negative (-) battery terminal.

3Install the locking ring and o-ring on the end of the power

cable.

4Connect the power cable to the device by turning the locking

ring clockwise.

Power Cable Extensions

If necessary, the power cable can be extended using the

appropriate wire gauge for the length of the extension.

Item Description

ÀFuse

ÁBattery

Â6 ft. (1.8 m) no extension

Item Description

ÀSplice

Á• 12 AWG (3.31 mm²) extension wire, up to 15 ft. (4.6 m)

• 10 AWG (5.26 mm²) extension wire, up to 23 ft. (11 m)

• 8 AWG (8.36 mm²) extension wire, up to 36 ft. (11 m)

ÂFuse

Ã8 in. (20.3 cm)

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Item Description

ÄBattery

Å8 in. (20.3 cm)

Æ36 ft. (11 m) maximum extension

Additional Grounding Considerations

This device should not need any additional chassis grounding in

most installation situations. If interference is experienced, the

grounding screw on the housing can be used to connect the

device to the water ground of the boat to help avoid the

interference.

Garmin Marine Network Considerations

This device can connect to additional Garmin Marine Network

devices to share data such as radar, sonar, and detailed

mapping. When connecting Garmin Marine Network devices to

this device, observe these considerations.

• A Garmin Marine Network cable must be used for all Garmin

Marine Network connections.

◦ Third-party CAT5 cable and RJ45 connectors must not be

used for Garmin Marine Network connections.

◦ Additional Garmin Marine Network cables and connectors

are available from your Garmin dealer.

• There are four NETWORK ports on the device that each act

as a network switch. Any compatible device can be

connected to any NETWORK port to share data with all

devices on the boat connected by a Garmin Marine Network

cable.

NMEA 2000® Considerations

NOTICE

If you have an existing NMEA 2000 network on your boat, it

should already be connected to power. Do not connect the

included NMEA 2000 power cable to an existing NMEA 2000

network, because only one power source should be connected

to a NMEA 2000 network.

If you are installing the included NMEA 2000 power cable, you

must connect it to the boat ignition switch or through another in-

line switch. NMEA 2000 devices will drain your battery if the

NMEA 2000 power cable is connected to the battery directly.

This device can connect to a NMEA 2000 network on your boat

to share data from NMEA 2000-compatible devices such as a

GPS antenna or a VHF radio. The included NMEA 2000 cables

and connectors allows you to either connect the device to your

existing NMEA 2000 network or create a basic NMEA 2000

network if needed.

If you are unfamiliar with NMEA 2000, you should read the

“NMEA 2000 Network Fundamentals” chapter of the Technical

Reference for NMEA 2000 Products on the included CD-ROM

or click the “Manuals” link on the product page for your device at

www.garmin.com.

The port labeled NMEA 2000 is used to connect the device to a

standard NMEA 2000 network. The ports labeled ENGINE and

HOUSE are reserved for future use and should not be

connected to a standard NMEA 2000 network.

Item Description

ÀNMEA 2000-compatible Garmin device

ÁGPS antenna

ÂIgnition or in-line switch

ÃNMEA 2000 power cable

ÄNMEA 2000 drop cable

Å12 Vdc power source

ÆNMEA 2000 terminator or backbone cable

ÇNMEA 2000 T-connector

ÈNMEA 2000 terminator or backbone cable

NMEA 0183 Connection Considerations

• The installation instructions provided with your NMEA 0183-

compatible device should contain the information you need

to identify the transmitting (Tx) and receiving (Rx) A (+) and

B (-) wires.

• When connecting NMEA 0183 devices with two transmitting

and two receiving wires, it is not necessary for the NMEA

2000 bus and the NMEA 0183 device to connect to a

common ground.

• When connecting a NMEA 0183 device with only one

transmitting (Tx) wire or with only one receiving (Rx) wire,

the NMEA 2000 bus and the NMEA 0183 device must be

connected to a common ground.

Basic NMEA 0183 Connections

These diagrams illustrate basic NMEA 0183 wiring used to connect your device to NMEA 0183-compliant devices. For more

information on the NMEA 0183 capabilities of the device, see page 8.

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Standard NMEA 0183-Compliant Device

Item Description

À12 Vdc power source

ÁPower cable

ÂNMEA 0183-compliant device

ÃNMEA 0183 cable

Item Garmin Wire Function Garmin Wire Color NMEA 0183 Device Wire Function

ÊPower Red Power

ËPower ground Black Power ground

ÌData ground Black Data ground

ÍReceive A (+) White Transmit A (+)

ÎReceive B (-) Orange/white Transmit B (-)

ÏTransmit A (+) Gray Receive A (+)

ÐTransmit B (-) Pink Receive B (-)

Single-Ended NMEA 0183-Compliant Device

Item Description

À12 Vdc power source

ÁPower cable

ÂNMEA 0183-compliant device

ÃNMEA 0183 cable

Item Garmin Wire Function Garmin Wire Color NMEA 0183 Device Wire Function

ÊPower Red Power

ËPower ground Black Power ground

ÌData ground Black Data ground

ÍReceive B (-) Orange/white N/A

ÎReceive A (+) White Transmit

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Item Garmin Wire Function Garmin Wire Color NMEA 0183 Device Wire Function

ÏTransmit A (+) Gray Receive

ÐTransmit B (-) Pink N/A

• If the NMEA 0183-compliant device has only one input (RX) wire (no A, B, +, or -), leave the pink wire unconnected.

• If the NMEA 0183-compliant device has only one output (TX) wire (no A, B, +, or -), connect the orange/white wire to ground.

• Consult the installation instructions of your NMEA 0183-compliant device to identify the output A(+) and B(-) wires and input A(+)

and B(-) wires.

• Use 28 AWG, shielded, twisted-pair wiring for extended runs of wire.

• Solder all connections and seal them with heat-shrink tubing.

Advanced NMEA 0183 Connections

There are four internal NMEA 0183 input ports (RX ports), and two internal NMEA 0183 output (TX ports) on the included NMEA

0183 data cable. You can connect one NMEA 0183 device per internal RX port to input data to your Garmin device, and you can

connect up to three NMEA 0183 devices in parallel to each internal TX port to receive data output by your Garmin device. Each

internal RX and TX port has 2 wires, labeled A (+) and B (-) according to the NMEA 0183 convention. The corresponding A (+) and

B (-) wires of each internal port should be connected to the A (+) and B (-) wires of your NMEA 0183-compliant device. Refer to the

table and wiring diagrams when connecting the data cable to NMEA 0183 devices.

Consult the installation instructions for your NMEA 0183-compliant device to identify the output (TX) A (+) and B (-) wires and input

(RX) A (+) and B (-) wires. Use 28 AWG, shielded, twisted-pair wiring for extended runs of wire. Solder all connections and seal

them with heat-shrink tubing.

• For two-way communication with a NMEA 0183 device, the internal ports on the NMEA 0183 data cable are not linked. For

example, if the input of the NMEA-compliant device is connected to the internal output port 1 on the data cable, you can connect

the output port of your NMEA 0183-compliant device to any of the internal input ports (port 1, port 2, port 3, or port 4) on the

wiring harness.

• The ground wires on the NMEA 0183 data cable and your NMEA 0183-compliant device must both be connected to ground.

• See page 12 for a list of the approved NMEA 0183 sentences output by and input to your device.

• The internal NMEA 0183 ports and communication protocols are configured on the connected Garmin device. See the NMEA

0183 section or communication configuration section of the owner's manual provided with your Garmin device for more

information.

Port Wire Function Wire Color Pin Number

Input port 1 RX/A (+) White

RX/B (-) Orange/white

Input port 2 RX/A (+) Brown

RX/B (-) Brown/white

Input port 3 RX/A (+) Violet

RX/B (-) Violet/white

Input port 4 RX/A (+) Black/white

RX/B (-) Red/white

Output port 1 TX/A (+) Gray

TX/B (-) Pink

Output port 2 TX/A (+) Blue

TX/B (-) Blue/white

N/A Spare N/A

N/A Spare N/A

N/A Spare N/A

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Port Wire Function Wire Color Pin Number

N/A Alarm Yellow

N/A Accessory on Orange

N/A Ground Black

N/A Spare N/A

Standard NMEA 0183-Compliant Device Connected for Two-Way Communication

Item Description

À12 Vdc power source

ÁPower cable

ÂNMEA 0183-compliant device

ÃNMEA 0183 cable

Item Garmin Wire Function Garmin Wire Color NMEA 0183 Device Wire Function

ÊPower Red Power

ËPower ground Black Power ground

ÌData ground Black Data ground

ÍRxA (+) White TxA (+)

ÎRxB (-) Orange/white TxB (-)

ÏTxA (+) Gray RxA (+)

ÐTxB (-) Pink RxB (-)

Standard NMEA 0183-Compliant Device Connected for One-Way Communication

NOTE: This diagram illustrates both sending and receiving connections. Refer to items Ê, Ë, Ì, Í, and Î when connecting the

Garmin device to receive information from a NMEA 0183-compatible device, and refer to items Ê, Ë, Ì, Ï, and Ð when connecting

the Garmin device to transmit information to a NMEA 0183-compatible device.

Item Description

À12 Vdc power source

ÁPower cable

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Item Description

ÂNMEA 0183-compliant device

ÃNMEA 0183 cable

Item Garmin Wire Function Garmin Wire Color NMEA 0183 Device Wire Function

ÊPower Red Power

ËPower ground Black Power ground

ÌData ground Black Data ground

ÍRxA (+) White TxA (+)

ÎRxB (-) Orange/white TxB (-)

ÏTxA (+) Gray RxA (+)

ÐTxB (-) Pink RxB (-)

NMEA 0183-Compliant Device With a Single Receiving Wire Connected to Receive Data

Item Description

À12 Vdc power source

ÁPower cable

ÂNMEA 0183-compliant device

ÃNMEA 0183 cable

Item Garmin Wire Function Garmin Wire Color NMEA 0183 Device Wire Function

ÊPower Red Power

ËPower ground Black Power ground

ÌData ground Black Data ground

ÍTxA (+) Gray RxA

ÎTxB (-) Pink N/A

NMEA 0183-Compliant Device With a Single Transmitting Wire Connected to Send Data

Item Description

À12 Vdc power source

ÁPower cable

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Item Description

ÂNMEA 0183-compliant device

ÃNMEA 0183 cable

Item Garmin Wire Function Garmin Wire Color NMEA 0183 Device Wire Function

ÊPower Red Power

ËPower ground Black Power ground

ÌData ground Black Data ground

ÍRxB (-) Orange/white N/A

ÎRxA (+) White TxA (+)

Lamp or Horn Connections

The device can be used with a lamp, a horn, or both, to sound

or flash an alert when the chartplotter displays a message. This

is optional, and the alarm wire does not need to be used in

order for the device to function normally. When connecting the

device to a lamp or horn, observe these considerations.

• The alarm circuit switches to a low-voltage state when the

alarm sounds.

• The maximum current is 100 mA, and a relay is needed to

limit the current from the chartplotter to 100 mA.

• To manually toggle visual and audible alerts, you can install

single-pole, single-throw switches.

Item Description

À10–35 Vdc power source

ÁPower cable

ÂHorn

ÃLamp

ÄNMEA 0183 cable

ÅRelay (100 mA coil current)

ÆToggle switches to enable and disable lamp or horn alerts

Item Wire Color Wire Function

ÊRed Power

ËBlack Ground

ÌYellow Alarm

Video Input and Output Considerations

This device allows video input from composite, component, and

digital video sources, depending on the model, and video output

to a monitor. When connecting video input and output sources,

observe these considerations.

• The eight- and twelve-inch models have two composite-video

ports labeled CVBS 1 IN, and CVBS 2 IN. The fifteen-inch

models have four composite-video ports labeled CVBS 1 IN,

CVBS 2 IN, CVBS 3 IN, and CVBS 4 IN.

• The fifteen-inch models have one component-video port

labeled COMPONENT IN (480i/576i).

◦ The composite- and component-video ports use BNC

connectors. You can use a BNC to RCA adapter to

connect a composite-video source with RCA connectors

to these ports.

◦ The video from sources connected to these ports is

available only for display on the device or additional

monitor connected to the device. Composite or

component video is not shared across the Garmin Marine

Network or NMEA 2000 network.

• The fifteen-inch models have one video port labeled DVI-I

VIDEO IN that accepts video from digital or analog sources

using a DVI-D or DVI-I cable.

◦ If needed, you can use an HDMI to DVI-D converter to

connect an HDMI-compatible source to this device.

◦ If needed, you can use a VGA to DVI-I adapter to connect

a VGA source to this port.

• You can connect a display to the DVI-I VIDEO OUT port to

view a mirror image of the screen on a computer monitor or

HD TV using a DVI-D or DVI-I cable.

◦ If needed, you can use a DVI-D to HDMI adapter to

connect to an HD TV or other HDMI-compatible display.

◦ If needed, you can use a DVI-I to VGA adapter to connect

to a computer monitor or other VGA-compatible display.

• Although it is recommended to use DVI cables sold by

Garmin, high-quality third-party DVI cables may be used.

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You should test the DVI cable by connecting the devices

before routing the cable.

Card Reader Connections

Connecting to Power

WARNING

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 will void the product warranty.

1Route the power cable to the power source and to the

device.

2Connect the red wire to the positive (+) battery terminal, and

connect the black wire to the negative (-) battery terminal.

3Install the locking ring and o-ring on the end of the power

cable.

4Connect the power cable to the device by turning the locking

ring clockwise.

Connecting the Card Reader to the Garmin Marine

Network

The card reader is not compatible with Garmin chartplotters

prior to the GPSMAP 8000 Series and GPSMAP 8500.

Connect the card reader to a Garmin device on the Garmin

Marine Network using a Garmin Marine Network cable.

Data from cards inserted in the card reader is shared with all

compatible devices on the Garmin Marine Network.

Updating the Device Software

The device may contain a software-update memory card. If so,

follow the instructions provided with the card.

If a software update memory card is not included, go to

www.garmin.com to make sure your device software is up-to-

date.

1If necessary, load the software update onto the memory card

from your computer by following the instructions on

www.garmin.com.

2Turn on the chartplotter.

3Insert the memory card into the card slot.

4Follow the on-screen instructions.

Specifications

Physical Specifications

Device Specification Measurement

Eight-inch

models

Dimensions

(W×H×D)

107/16 × 731/64 × 417/32in. (265 ×

190 × 115 mm)

Display size

(W×H)

647/64 in. × 51/8 in. (171 × 130 mm)

Weight 7.12 lbs (3.23 kg)

Twelve-inch

models

Dimensions

(W×H×D)

137/64 × 923/32 × 313/36in. (333 ×

247 × 97 mm)

Display size

(W×H)

921/32 in. × 7¼ in. (245 × 184 mm)

Weight 10.91 lbs (4.95 kg)

Fifteen-inch

models

Dimensions

(W×H×D)

157/8 × 123/64 × 345/64in. (403 ×

306 × 94 mm)

Display size

(W×H)

1131/32 in. × 863/64 in. (304 × 228

mm)

Weight 16.76 lbs (7.6 kg)

Device Specification Measurement

All models Temperature

range

From 5° to 131°F (from -15° to

55°C)

Material Die case aluminum and

polycarbonate plastic

Power Specifications

Device Specification Measurement

All models Input power 10–35 Vdc

Fuse 7.5 A, 42 V fast-acting

NMEA 2000 LEN 2

NMEA 2000 Draw 75 mA max.

Eight-inch

models

Max. power usage at 10 Vdc 28 W

Typical current draw at 12

Vdc

1.3 A

Max current draw at 12 Vdc 2.8 A

Compass-safe distance 1213/64 (310 mm)

Twelve-inch

models

Max. power usage at 10 Vdc 35 W

Typical current draw at 12

Vdc

1.6 A

Max. current draw at 12 Vdc 3.5 A

Compass-safe distance 187/64 (460 mm)

Fifteen-inch

models

Max. power usage at 10 Vdc 47 W

Typical current draw at 12

Vdc

2.5 A

Max. current draw at 12 Vdc 4.7 A

Compass-safe distance 187/64 (460 mm)

GPS 19x Antenna Specifications

Measurement Specification

Dimensions (diameter x

height)

319/32 in. × 115/16 in. (91.6 × 49.5 mm)

Weight 7.1 oz (201 g)

Temperature range -22° to 176°F (-30° to 80°C)

Case material Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy,

waterproof to IEC 60529 IPX7 standards.

Compass-safe distance 557/64 in. (150 mm)

Power input source 9–16 Vdc

Input current 40 mA at 12 Vdc

NMEA 2000 LEN 2

NMEA 2000 draw 100 mA max

NMEA 2000 PGN Information

Type PGN Description

Transmit and

receive

059392 ISO acknowledgment

059904 ISO request

060928 ISO address claim

126208 NMEA: Command, request, and

acknowledge group function

126464 Transmit and receive PGN list group

function

126996 Product information

129026 COG and SOG : Rapid update

129029 GNSS position data

129540 GNSS satellites in view

130306 Wind data

130312 Temperature

Transmit 127250 Vessel heading

127258 Magnetic variance

128259 Speed: Water referenced

128267 Water depth

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Type PGN Description

129025 Position: Rapid update

129283 Cross track error

129284 Navigation data

129285 Navigation route and waypoint info

Receive 126992 System time

127250 Vessel heading

127489 Engine parameters: Dynamic

127488 Engine parameters: Rapid update

127493 Transmission parameters: Dynamic

127505 Fluid level

128259 Speed: water referenced

128267 Water depth

129025 Position: rapid update

129038 AIS class A position report

129039 AIS class B position report

129040 AIS class B extended position report

129539 GNSS DOPs

129794 AIS class A static and voyage related

data

129809 AIS class B "CS" static data report, part

A

129810 AIS class B "CS" static data report, part

B

130310 Environmental parameters

130311 Environmental parameters

130313 Humidity

130314 Actual pressure

NMEA 0183 Information

Type Sentence Description

Transmit GPAPB APB: Heading or track controller (autopilot)

sentence "B"

GPBOD BOD: Bearing (origin to destination)

GPBWC BWC: Bearing and distance to waypoint

Type Sentence Description

GPGGA GGA: Global positioning system fix data

GPGLL GLL: Geographic position (latitude and longitude)

GPGSA GSA: GNSS DOP and active satellites

GPGSV GSV: GNSS satellites in view

GPRMB RMB: Recommended minimum navigation

information

GPRMC RMC: Recommended minimum specific GNSS

data

GPRTE RTE: Routes

GPVTG VTG: Course over ground and ground speed

GPWPL WPL: Waypoint location

GPXTE XTE: Cross track error

PGRME E: Estimated error

PGRMM M: Map datum

PGRMZ Z: Altitude

SDDBT DBT: Depth below transducer

SDDPT DPT: Depth

SDMTW MTW: Water temperature

SDVHW VHW: Water speed and heading

Receive DPT Depth

DBT Depth below transducer

MTW Water temperature

VHW Water speed and heading

WPL Waypoint location

DSC Digital selective calling information

DSE Expanded digital selective calling

HDG Heading, deviation, and variation

HDM Heading, magnetic

MWD Wind direction and speed

MDA Meteorological composite

MWV Wind speed and angle

VDM AIS VHF data-link message

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Garmin International, Inc.

1200 East 151st Street

Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA

Garmin (Europe) Ltd.

Liberty House, Hounsdown Business Park

Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 9LR UK

Garmin Corporation

No. 68, Zhangshu 2nd Road, Xizhi Dist.

New Taipei City, 221, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

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