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GMR
 18 HD3 AND 18/24 XHD3
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.
Failure to install this device according to these instructions could result in personal injury, damage to the vessel
or device, or poor product performance.
The radar transmits electromagnetic energy. To avoid possible personal injury, damage to the vessel or device,
or poor product performance, ensure that the radar is installed according to the recommendations in these
instructions and that all personnel are clear of the path of the radar beam before transmitting. When properly
installed and operated, the use of this radar conforms to the requirements of ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992 Standard
for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
To avoid possible personal injury, do not look directly at the antenna at close range when the radar is
transmitting. Eyes are the most sensitive part of the body to electromagnetic energy.
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. Connecting the power cable without the appropriate fuse in place voids the product warranty.
CAUTION
For the best possible performance and to avoid potential injury, damage to the device, or damage to your vessel,
installation by a qualified marine installer is recommended.
Opening the device may result in personal injury and/or damage to the device. This device contains no user-
serviceable parts, and should be opened only by a Garmin
®
authorized service technician. Any damage resulting
from opening the unit by anyone other than a Garmin authorized service technician will not be covered by the
Garmin warranty.
This device should be used only as a navigational aid. Using the device for any purpose requiring precise
measurement or direction, distance, location, or topography may result in personal injury or damage to the
vessel.
To avoid possible personal injury, 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 to avoid damaging the vessel.
Software Update
You must update the Garmin chartplotter software when you install this device. For instructions on updating the
software, see your chartplotter owner's manual at support.garmin.com.
June 2023
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Bruce nixon
January 23, 2025

How do I correct for a radar dome that is mounted not exactly pointing straight forward. For example slightly to port or slightly to starboard

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Mr. Anderson
February 10, 2025

If the Garmin GMR 18 HD3 radar dome is not mounted straight forward, you can adjust the front-of-boat offset after installation. This adjustment ensures accurate radar alignment relative to the vessel's heading.

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Summary of Contents for Garmin GMR 18 HD3

  • Page 1 ® authorized service technician. Any damage resulting from opening the unit by anyone other than a Garmin authorized service technician will not be covered by the Garmin warranty. This device should be used only as a navigational aid. Using the device for any purpose requiring precise measurement or direction, distance, location, or topography may result in personal injury or damage to the vessel.
  • Page 2: Tools Needed

    Tools Needed • Drill • 9.5 mm (  in.) drill bit • 32 mm (1   in.) drill bit (optional) • 4 mm (  in.) hex wrench • 13 mm (  in.) wrench and torque wrench • Marine sealant...
  • Page 3: Mounting Considerations

    • The radar should be mounted on a flat surface or a platform that is parallel to the vessel's water line and is sturdy enough to support the radar's weight. The weight for each model is listed in the product specifications. • The radar must be mounted in a location where it can be connected to power and the Garmin network (Wiring and Connection Considerations, page 8).
  • Page 4 • The radar should be mounted away from heat sources such as smoke stacks and lights. • The radar should be mounted at a different level than horizontal spreaders and mast crosstrees. • To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, the radar should not be mounted closer to a compass than the compass-safe distance value listed in the product specifications.
  • Page 5 Roof Mounting Considerations NOTICE If you are mounting the radar on a roof or hard top of your boat, you may need to raise the installation height using a pedestal or other suitable structure to avoid a negative impact on performance. Mounting the radar directly on a hard top could cause the transmitted energy to be reflected or absorbed by the surface.
  • Page 6 Determining the Radar Mounting Height NOTICE If you plan to install the radar on a roof or hard top, you should install it high enough to avoid interference from the surface. 1 Based on the shape of the roof, complete an action: •...
  • Page 7  in.) (recommended). For surfaces over 30 mm (1   in.), use longer threaded rods. 1 If you are not installing the device on a pre-drilled Garmin compatible radar mount, use the included mounting template to drill four 9.5 mm (  in.) mounting holes.
  • Page 8: Connecting The Power Cable

    You must apply marine sealant to the hole after the cables are in place to ensure a waterproof seal. If you must make the routing hole in a visible location, 32 mm (1  in.) decorative cable grommets can be purchased from your local Garmin dealer, or you can go to buy.garmin.com (optional).
  • Page 9: Radar Operation

    This radar connects to compatible Garmin devices to share radar data. When connecting this radar to a Garmin network device, observe these considerations. There are two sizes of Garmin network cable connectors that may be used on various devices in your system. • The smaller network connectors are present on many newer Garmin devices.
  • Page 10: Installation Troubleshooting

    The radar is not available on the Garmin network. on the Garmin device or • The network cable may not be connected correctly to the device or to the Garmin on devices connected to network. Check all connections. the Garmin network.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    Standby: 15 W Power consumption (typical) Transmitting: 40 W GMR 18 HD3: 1.2 m (3.9 ft.) Compass-safe distance GMR 18 xHD3: 1.1 m (3.6 ft.) GMR 24 xHD3: 95 cm (3.1 ft) The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating.
  • Page 12: Detailed Dimensions

    Detailed Dimensions Item GMR 18/24 xHD3 GMR 24 xHD3 Length 508.2 mm (20 in.) 645.4 mm (25  in.) 504.7 mm (19  in.) 642.5 mm (25  in.) (width) 248.3 mm (9 ¾ in.) 250.3 mm (9  in.) (height)
  • Page 13: Open Source Software License

    190 mm (7 ½ in.) 258.5 mm (10  in.) 139.2 mm (5 ½ in.) 207.7 mm (8  in.) 141.5 mm (5  in.) 141.5 mm (5  in.) 227.5 mm (8  in.) 296.2 mm (9  in.) Open-Source Software License To view the open-source software license(s) used in this product, go to developer.garmin.com/open-source /linux/.
  • Page 14 © 2023 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin ® and the Garmin logo are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in the USA and other countries. GMR ™ is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin.

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