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Garmin GMR 18 Installation Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 GMR 18/24 marine radar installation instructions...
  • Page 2 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements. Visit the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of this and other Garmin products.

  • Page 3: Product Registration

    In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at +44 (0) 870.8501241 (outside the UK) or 0808 2380000 (within the UK). Note: The Garmin GMR 18/24 has no user-serviceable parts. If you encounter a problem with your unit, please take it to an authorized Garmin NMEA dealer or contact Garmin Product Support for repairs.

  • Page 4: Scanner Installation

    Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding. When drilling or cutting, always check first to see what is on the other side of the surface. If you experience difficulty with the installation, contact Garmin Product Support or seek the assistance of a professional installer.

  • Page 5: Installation Procedures

    The following order of mounting the scanner and attaching the power and network cables may vary depending on the installation location and mount used. Mounting the Scanner 1. When a suitable mounting location is determined, verify that the mounting hole locations are aligned fore and aft, and use the included mounting template or reference Figure 1 to drill four 9.5 mm ( ") mounting holes. (This step is not necessary if you are using a pre-drilled Garmin compatible or Raymarine mount.) ® 2. Align the notch and locking ring on the power cable to the power connector. Press the 2-pin power cable to the power connector and the RJ-45 marine network cable to the RJ-45 socket (Figure 2). Turn the power cable locking ring clockwise until it stops. Tighten the RJ-45 locking ring clockwise until it is firmly sealed.

  • Page 6: Cable Runs

    GMS 10 network port expander. Tighten the RJ-45 locking ring clockwise until it is firmly sealed. Note: If you are using a Garmin GPSMAP 4000 or 5000 series chartplotter, you may not need a GMS 10 network port expander. The GPSMAP 4000 and 5000 series chartplotters have multiple RJ-45 sockets.

  • Page 7: Front Of Boat Offset

    This diagram only shows how a GMR 18/24 radar communicates with an expanded network, and does not show the full wiring needs of the other network components. Note: The GMR 18/24, Garmin chartplotter, and the other network components must be connected to a power source according to their installation instructions. This diagram only illustrates the network data connections.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    Specifications GMR 18 Unit Dimensions: 457 mm (18") D x 236.40 mm (9 ") H Radar Scanner Weight: Unit 7.17 kg (15.8 lbs); cable 3.81 kg (8.4 lbs) Range Scales: 1/8 nm (with 1/32 nm range rings) to 36 nm (with 9 nm range rings) Power Output: 4 kW Power Input Source:...
  • Page 9 GMR 18 GMR 24 26.4 mm 248.9 mm ") ") GMR 18 457.0 mm (18") GMR 24 610 mm (24") Towards Bow 2.0 mm ") GMR 18 GMR 18 201.5 mm 114.0 mm ") ") 141.5 mm ") GMR 24 GMR 24 277.4 mm 190.8 mm...

  • Page 10: Fcc Compliance

    Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, Garmin, declares that this GMR 18/24 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/ To view the full Declaration of Conformity, see the Garmin Web site for your Garmin product: www.garmin.com/products/gmr18/.

  • Page 11: Software License Agreement

    PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion.
  • Page 12 For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. © 2007 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151 Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA Garmin (Europe) Ltd.

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