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Table of Contents
- 1 Installation Instructions
- 2 Tools and Supplies
- 3 Surface Mount
- 4 Magnet Mount
- 5 Pole Mount
- 6 Power Connections
- 7 Powering Your Display Unit
- 8 Power Diagram a
- 9 Power Diagram B
- 10 Powering a Nmea 2000 Network Bus
- 11 Connecting to a NMEA 2000 Network
- 12 Network Nodes
- 13 Adding a Network Node
- 14 Additional Network Information
- 15 Accessory Ordering Information
- 16 How to Obtain Service
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This instruction sheet tells how to install your LGC-3000 or LGC-Baja
GPS module and connect it to a NMEA 2000
LowranceNET™ network components.
The LGC-Baja is a ruggedized module designed to withstand the rigors of off-
road automobile racing. It works just like the LGC-3000, and for simplicity
we will only refer to the LGC-3000 in the rest of this instruction sheet.
The LGC-3000 GPS module, like the other Lowrance Electronic Probe
(EP) sensors, is designed only for use with a NMEA 2000 Network. It
MUST be connected to a NMEA 2000 network or it WILL NOT function.
CAUTION:
Installing LowranceNET NMEA 2000 devices is significantly
different from installing earlier Lowrance components without
NMEA 2000 features. You should read all of the installation in-
structions before proceeding. You should decide where to install
all components before drilling any holes in your vessel or vehicle.
Some sonar or GPS display units may require: 1. a software upgrade to
display NMEA 2000 data correctly; and 2. a manual addendum describ-
ing how to operate the sensor. You can download these free and get ad-
ditional information on the NMEA 2000
system at our web site, www.lowrance.com.
All Lowrance NMEA 2000 capable devices are either NMEA 2000 certi-
fied or certification is pending. See our web site for the latest product
status information.
LGC-3000 Module, bottom view (left) and top view (right).
LGC-3000, LGC-Baja
GPS Modules
Installation Instructions
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compatible LowranceNET™
1
Pub. 988-0154-651
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network using
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
The LGC-Baja is a ruggedized module designed to withstand the rigors of off- road automobile racing. It works just like the LGC-3000, and for simplicity we will only refer to the LGC-3000 in the rest of this instruction sheet. The LGC-3000 GPS module, like the other Lowrance Electronic Probe (EP) sensors, is designed only for use with a NMEA 2000 Network. -
Page 2: Tools And Supplies
The LGC-3000 consists of a red male threaded cable connector and the GPS module. The GPS module contains a 12-parallel channel GPS+WAAS receiver. The cable length from the connector to the GPS module is 18 inches (45.7 cm). The module packs with: a 15 foot (4.6 m) extension cable with a male connector on one end and a female connector on the other end;... -
Page 3: Surface Mount
LGC-3000 GPS module, "Setup and Installation of NMEA 2000 Net- works, General Information," part number 988-0154-173. If that docu- ment is missing, it can be downloaded free from the Lowrance web site. Mounting The GPS module can be mounted on any flat surface, provided there is access behind the mounting surface for the screws. - Page 4 O-ring for a proper fit.) Now attach the antenna to the mounting surface, using the supplied 4 mm screws and the lock washers. Route the cable to where it connects to the network and plug it in. The GPS module installation is finished.
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Page 5: Magnet Mount
14 threads on the pole mount adapter fit a standard marine antenna mounting pole. Pole Mount. Power Connections The display unit that you will use with the GPS module came with a power/data cable that splits into three branches, each with several ex-... -
Page 6: Powering Your Display Unit
NMEA 0183 data with another device, such as an autopilot, DSC marine radio or computer. To unit The Power/Data cable for the display unit used with the GPS module. NOTE: There are two basic power connection options, which are shown in the two diagrams on pages 7 and 8. -
Page 7: Power Diagram A
Powering Your GPS Module A NMEA 2000 network bus must be connected to a power source to op- erate. NMEA 2000 devices, including the LGC-3000 GPS module, draw their power from the network bus. The network and any NMEA 2000 devices, including the LGC- 3000 GPS module, will not operate unless the NMEA 2000 net- work is powered. -
Page 8: Power Diagram B
If your NMEA 2000 bus is already powered, you do not need to connect the NMEA 2000 Power cable. You can connect the LGC-3000 directly to the display unit or anywhere along the network and it will operate. Never attach two power sources to a single NMEA 2000 bus. - Page 9 Connecting the LGC-3000 to a Display Unit The simplest NMEA 2000 network is a GPS or sonar/GPS display unit with the LGC-3000, one double-T connector, two 120 ohm terminators and any extension cables needed to connect them. The diagram below details how to set up that type of network.
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Page 10: Connecting To A Nmea 2000 Network
Connecting to a NMEA 2000 Network A network bus is an installed and operational network cable (backbone) running the length of your boat, already connected to a power supply and properly terminated. Such a bus provides network connection nodes at various locations around your boat. -
Page 11: Adding A Network Node
You do not need a Bus Adapter Cable with this unit if you use an approved Devicenet NMEA 2000 connector. Approved Devicenet NMEA 2000 connectors work with Lowrance red connector display units and components, so no adapter cables are needed. - Page 12 Notes...
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- Page 15 LEI EXTRAS FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY "We," "our," or "us" refers to LEI EXTRAS, INC., the manufacturer of this product. "You" or "your" refers to the first person who purchases this product as a consumer item for personal, family, or household use. We warrant this product against defects or malfunctions in materials and workmanship, and against failure to conform to this product's written specifications, all for one (1) year from the date of original purchase by you.
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Page 16: Accessory Ordering Information
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