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GND

 10 Installation Instructions

This device bridges the connection between Nexus

®

 network 

devices and a NMEA 2000

®

 network. When the device is 

connected to a computer using the included USB cable, you can 

calibrate advanced wind transducers such as the gWind Race

using the NexusRace

 software, and you can use data from the 

transducers with programs such as Expedition

®

 and Adrena.

Important Safety Information

 WARNING

See the 

Important Safety and Product Information

 guide in the 

product box for product warnings and other important 

information.

 CAUTION

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.

Mounting Considerations

NOTICE

This device should be mounted in a location that is not exposed 

to extreme temperatures or conditions. The temperature range 

for this device is listed in the product specifications. Extended 

exposure to temperatures exceeding the specified temperature 

range, in storage or operating conditions, may cause device 

failure. Extreme-temperature-induced damage and related 

consequences are not covered by the warranty.

When selecting a mounting location, observe these 

considerations.
• To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, the device 

should not be installed closer to a compass than the 

compass-safe distance value listed in the product 

specifications.

• You can use the included screws to mount the device on your 

boat. If the included screws are not appropriate for the 

mounting surface, suitable hardware must be purchased 

separately.

Mounting the Device

1

Determine the mounting location.

2

Using the device as a template, mark the two pilot hole 

locations on the mounting surface.

3

Using a 

1

/

8

 in. (3 mm) bit, drill the pilot holes.

4

Use the included screws to attach the device to the mounting 

surface.

Connection Considerations

NMEA 2000 Connection Considerations

This device connects to a NMEA 2000 network on your boat to 

share information from connected Nexus network devices.

If you are unfamiliar with NMEA 2000, you should read the 

“NMEA 2000 Network Fundamentals” chapter of the 

Technical 

Reference for NMEA 2000 Products

. To download this 

document, select Manuals on the product page for your device 

at 

www.garmin.com

.

Item

Description

GND 10 device

Garmin

®

 marine instrument

Ignition or in-line switch

NMEA 2000 power cable

NMEA 2000 drop cable

12 Vdc power source

NMEA 2000 terminator or backbone cable

NMEA 2000 T-connector

Nexus Connection Considerations

You must connect a Nexus network device to one of the NEXUS 

ports.

NOTE: 

If you connect devices in addition to a gWind

 sensor on 

the Nexus network, you must provide a separate power supply 

connected directly to the Nexus power terminals.

Item Description

Nexus network device, such as a gWind sensor

Included Nexus mast cable with a field-installable connector.

GUID-3A999057-075D-4F87-B6C0-FAD85AFF88CA v2

February 2021

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