Garmin GSD 26 Installation Instructions Manual

GSD™ 26 Installation Instructions
To obtain the best performance and to avoid damage to your
boat, install the device according to these instructions.
Read all installation instructions before proceeding with the
installation. If you experience difficulty during the installation,
contact Garmin Product Support.

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.

Loading the New Software on a Memory Card

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, you must copy the
software update to 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 "Garmin Marine Network 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.
The device returns to normal operation after the software
update process is complete.
5
Remove the memory card.
NOTE: If the memory card is removed before the device
restarts fully, the software update is not complete.
Contacting Garmin Product Support
• Go to www.garmin.com/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.
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and click Contact Support
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Important Safety Information

See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of your
vessel. Sonar is a tool that enhances your awareness of the
water beneath your boat. It does not relieve you of the
responsibility of observing the water around your boat as you
navigate.
Failure to install and maintain this equipment in accordance with
these instructions could result in damage or injury.
Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask
when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite
side of the surface.
This equipment must be installed by a qualified marine installer.

Transducers

A transducer is required to send and receive a sonar signal from
the sounder. Proper transducer selection and installation are
critical to the operation of the device. Because mounting
locations vary, see your local Garmin dealer or contact Garmin
Product Support for more information. Go to
/transducers to select a transducer.

Installation Preparation

This device must be installed according to these instructions to
get the best possible performance. If you experience difficulty
with the installation, contact Garmin Product Support.
Because every boat is different, you must carefully plan the
GSD 26 sounder installation.
1 Select a mounting location.
2
Mount the sounder.
3
Connect the sounder to the Garmin Marine Network and to
power.
4
Connect the sounder to the transducer.

Tools Needed

• Drill
• #8 (5 mm) drill bit for mounting surface
1
• 1 / in. (32 mm) paddle drill bit or hole saw for mounting
4
surface
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• 3 mm flat screwdriver
• Cable ties (optional)
• Wire cutter
• Wire stripper
19
• 1 in. (24 mm) and / in. (15 mm) wrenches
32
• Marine sealant (optional)

Mounting the Sounder

Mounting Location Considerations

• The sounder must be mounted in a location where it cannot
be submerged.
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