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GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Installation Instructions
Flush-mounting a GPSMAP 6000 or 7000 Series Chartplotter
Mounting surface
Nut plate (
×
4)
60 mm M3
×
0.5
screw (
×
4)
70 mm M4
×
0.7
screw (
×
4)
Rubber gasket
(4 pieces)
13. Repeat steps 11–12 for each nut plate on the remaining three corners of the mounting surface.
14. Install the rubber gasket on the back of the chartplotter. The top and bottom sections
line up with the holes.
15. If you will not have access to the back of the chartplotter after you mount it, connect
all necessary cables to the chartplotter before placing it into the cutout.
16. Place the chartplotter into the cutout.
17. Secure the chartplotter to the mounting surface using the included 70 mm M4 × 0.7
screws and 7 mm black nylon washers.
NotE
: To prevent corrosion of the metal contacts, cover unused connectors
(
page 17
) with the attached weather caps.
18. Install the mounting covers by snapping them into place.
Mounting the GPS 17x Antenna
You can surface mount the GPS 17x antenna, attach it to a standard 1 in. OD pipe-threaded-pole marine mount (14 threads-per-inch—not
included), or install the antenna under fiberglass.
Select a suitable location for the GPS 17x antenna on your boat. To ensure the best reception, mount the GPS 17x antenna in a location that has
a clear, unobstructed view of the sky in all directions.
• Avoid mounting the GPS 17x antenna where it is shaded by the superstructure of the boat,
a radome antenna, or a mast.
• On a sailboat, avoid mounting the GPS 17x antenna high on the mast to prevent inaccurate
speed readings caused by excessive heeling.
• The GPS 17x antenna provides more-stable readings when located nearer to water level.
•
Mount the GPS 17x antenna at least 3 ft. (1 m) away from (preferably above) the path
of any radar beam or a VHF radio antenna.
Temporarily secure the antenna in the preferred mounting location and test it for correct
operation. If you experience interference with other electronics, try a different location. After
you verify correct operation, permanently mount the antenna.
tools required (not included):
• Drill and drill bits
• Screwdrivers
• Marine sealant (optional)
Mounting covers (
×
2)
SS BARNET
T
Radar
VHF Radio Antenna
3 ft.
(1 m)
Above - best
Below - OK
EMI (Electromagnetic Interference)
from engine components
Best
Better
Good
EMI
GPS 17x Placement Considerations
