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Garmin GC 255 Installation Instructions Manual

Garmin GC 255 Installation Instructions Manual

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GC
255 MARINE CAMERA
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 personal
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
To avoid possible personal injury, always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling,
cutting, or sanding.
To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the device and vessel, disconnect the vessel's power supply
before beginning to install the device.
NOTICE
For the best possible performance, the device must be installed according to these instructions.
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the surface to avoid damaging the vessel.
You must use the cables and connectors provided by Garmin
when installing the system. Using any cables or
®
connectors other than those supplied by Garmin will void your warranty.
You must not cut, terminate, or splice the coaxial cable. Modifying the coaxial cable may cause the system to
malfunction. Failures caused by an extended coaxial cable are not covered under warranty.
The camera comes with mounting screws, but they may not be appropriate for your hull material. You must use
the appropriate screws for your hull material to avoid damaging the hull.
You must tighten the SMA connectors on the cameras and the GVAM 10 black box to the specified torque
measurement in these instructions. Failures caused by improperly tightened connectors are not covered under
warranty.
Read all installation instructions before proceeding with the installation. If you experience difficulty during the
installation, contact Garmin Support.
September 2024
GUID-C6702B8C-AD1A-41EF-AD73-5831934A7271 v1

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Summary of Contents for Garmin GC 255

  • Page 1 Using any cables or ® connectors other than those supplied by Garmin will void your warranty. You must not cut, terminate, or splice the coaxial cable. Modifying the coaxial cable may cause the system to malfunction. Failures caused by an extended coaxial cable are not covered under warranty.
  • Page 2: Tools Needed

    • (Optional) Fiberglass or epoxy (for sealing or capping the inside of the camera hole on a cored-hull or composite-hull vessel) Overview GC 255 marine camera 8 m (26.25 ft.) coaxial cable (included) GVAM 10 black box (included) 2 m (6.56 ft.) Garmin BlueNet ™...
  • Page 3: Camera Overview

    Camera Overview The adjustable lens module inside the GC 255 camera can tilt down in its enclosure by up to 35 degrees. In some cases, such as mounting the camera on the bow, you can mount the camera upside down, tilt the lens...
  • Page 4: Networking Considerations

    4 Secure the black box to the mounting surface using the appropriate screws. If a Garmin Marine Network adapter cable is not supplied in the product box, you can purchase one from your local Garmin dealer (part number 010-12531-01) or go to garmin.com/accessories/GMNAdapterCable.
  • Page 5: Connecting To The Network

    If a Garmin Marine Network adapter cable is not supplied in the product box, you can purchase one from your local Garmin dealer (part number 010-12531-01) or go to garmin.com/accessories/GMNAdapterCable.
  • Page 6: Connecting To Power

    Connecting to Power WARNING When connecting the power cable, do not remove the in-line fuse holder. To prevent the possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by fire or overheating, the appropriate fuse must be in place as indicated in the product specifications.
  • Page 7: Mounting The Camera

    Mounting the Camera 1 Insert the camera into the mounting hole. Do not install the mounting screws yet. You will seal and secure the camera to the mounting surface after fine-tuning the camera orientation. If there is a concern that the camera may fall out, you can hold it in place using masking tape or another temporary method.
  • Page 8: Configuring The Camera

    It is your obligation to ensure safe operation of your vessel and to remain aware of your surroundings while operating your vessel. You can access a step-by-step video tutorial on garmin.com/videos/gc255. 1 Select >...
  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications GC 255 Camera Dimensions 24 mm (  in.) 58 mm (2  in.) 26 mm (1  in.) Minimum space behind camera housing required for cable bending. Ø 81 mm (3  in.) Ø 55 mm (2  in.) GC 255 Camera Specifications Weight 655 g (1 lb. 7.1 oz.) Temperature range From -20 to 55°C (From -4 to 131°F)
  • Page 10: Open Source Software License

    LED Color LED State Status Solid The system is powering up. Green Solid The system is booting. Green Flashing The system is operating normally. 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 11 聯絡地址:新北市汐止區樟樹二路 68 號 電  話:(02)2642-8999 客服專線:(02)2642-9199 © 2024 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. ActiveCaptain ® , Garmin BlueNet ™ , GC ™...
  • Page 12 © 2024 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries support.garmin.com...