GPS 17x NMEA 2000
The Garmin GPS 17x NMEA 2000 high-sensitivity GPS antenna provides position information
to your existing NMEA 2000 network. If you do not have an existing NMEA 2000
your boat, you will need to install one. For more information about NMEA 2000, visit
www.garmin.com.
The GPS 17x antenna must be properly installed according to the following instructions.
You need the appropriate fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in each section. These items
are available at most marine dealers. 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.
If you experience difficulty installing the unit, seek the assistance of a professional installer
or contact Garmin Product Support by phone at 913/397.8200 or 800/800.1020. Go to
www.garmin.com/support/
at 44/0870.8501241.
WARNING: See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for
product warnings and other important information.
Product Registration
Help us better support you by completing our online registration at www.garmin.com/registration/.
For future reference, write the serial number assigned to your GPS 17x in the space provided. It
is located on a sticker on the back of the unit.
Serial number
Packing List and Accessories
Before installing your unit, confirm that your package includes the following items. If any parts
are missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately.
Standard Package
•
GPS 17x Antenna
•
Surface-mount bracket
•
Pole-mount bracket
•
Under-deck mount bracket
•
Mounting hardware (screws and adhesive pads)
•
NMEA 2000 T-connector and terminators
•
NMEA 2000 drop cable 6.5 ft. (2 m)
•
Installation instructions
Optional Accessories
•
Additional NMEA 2000 network
components
Material
Material Thickness
Aluminum alloy
from
sheet metal
from
Fiberglass—all thicknesses
High Density Plastic—all thicknesses
Plywood (resin impregnated)—Professional installation
recommended
February, 2008
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for more information. In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd.
Material Thickness
(in.)
(mm)
1
/
to
5
/
from 0.76 to 2.03
32
64
3
/
to
3
/
from 2.28 to 9.52
32
8
Pilot Hole Size Table
190-00886-90 Rev. B
Installation Instructions
Tools Needed
•
Drill
•
Drill bit—surface-mount pilot-holes (see table)
•
Drill bit—3/4" (19 mm) pole-mount cable-hole
•
Hole saw, 1 in (25 mm)—surface-mount
cable-hole
•
Screwdriver—surface mount screws
•
Center punch and hammer
(to mark surface-mount pilot holes)
•
Countersink bit (when mounting on
fiberglass)
•
Marine sealant (for some mounting
options)
Hole Size
(in.)
.128
.147
.140
.125
.144
network on
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Hole Size
Hole Size
(mm)
(Drill Number)
3.25
30
3.73
26
3.56
28
3.17
1
/
8
3.66
27
Printed in Taiwan