Garmin GRID 20 Installation Instructions Download Page 3

• Included power cable and an ANT wireless connection 

(

Pairing the GRID 20 Device with the Chartplotter

, page 3

)

• AA batteries (not included) and an ANT wireless connection 

(

Pairing the GRID 20 Device with the Chartplotter

, page 3

)

NOTE: 

The NMEA 2000 connection method can be used to 

remove all risk of issues caused by wireless interference from 

other devices and in cases where there are wireless range 

concerns. The cables necessary to connect to the NMEA 2000 

network are not included.
After you supply power to the GRID 20 device, you must pair it 

with the chartplotter to make the data connection (

Pairing the 

GRID 20 Device with the Chartplotter

, page 3

).

NMEA 2000 Connection Considerations

NOTICE

If you are connecting to an 

existing

 NMEA 2000 network, 

identify the NMEA 2000 power cable. Only one NMEA 2000 

power cable is required for the NMEA 2000 network to operate 

properly.
A NMEA 2000 Power Isolator (010-11580-00) should be used in 

installations where the existing NMEA 2000 network 

manufacturer is unknown.

You can connect the GRID 20 device to a NMEA 2000 network 

on your boat to provide a power and data connection. If you 

connect the GRID 20 device to a NMEA 2000 network, you do 

not need to use batteries, the included power cable, or an ANT 

wireless connection.
If you need to create a NMEA 2000 network and are unfamiliar 

with it, go to 

support.garmin.com

 for more information.

Compatible Garmin chartplotter

GRID 20

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

NMEA 2000 terminator or backbone cable

After making the NMEA 2000 network connection, you must pair 

the GRID 20 device with the chartplotter (

Pairing the GRID 20 

Device with the Chartplotter

, page 3

).

Connecting to Power

 WARNING

When connecting the power cable, do not remove the in-line 

fuse holder. To prevent the possibility of injury or product 

damage caused by fire or overheating, the appropriate fuse 

must be in place as indicated in the product specifications. In 

addition, connecting the power cable without the appropriate 

fuse in place voids the product warranty.

1

Route the power cable to the power source and to the device.

2

Connect the red wire to the positive (+) battery terminal, and 

connect the black wire to the negative (-) battery terminal.

3

Connect the power cable to the device, and turn the locking 

ring clockwise to tighten it.

After connecting to power, you must pair the device with the 

chartplotter (

Pairing the GRID 20 Device with the Chartplotter

page 3

)

Installing the Batteries

You can use AA alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries (not 

included). Use lithium batteries for best results.

NOTE: 

Do not install batteries if you are using the included 

power cable or a NMEA 2000 network connection.

1

Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to open the 

battery door.

2

Insert two AA batteries, observing polarity.

NOTE: 

You should verify the gasket and battery 

compartment are free of debris.

3

Close the battery door, and turn the D-ring clockwise.

After installing batteries, you must pair the device with the 

chartplotter (

Pairing the GRID 20 Device with the Chartplotter

page 3

)

Pairing the GRID 20 Device with the Chartplotter

After you supply power to the GRID 20 device, you must pair it 

with the chartplotter to make the data connection.

1

On the compatible chartplotter, select 

Settings

 > 

System

 > 

Station Information

 > 

GRID™ Pairing

 > 

Add

.

2

On the GRID 20 device, press   and   until the device 

beeps.

After the GRID 20 device connects to the chartplotter, the GRID 

20 device emits a single, long beep.

NOTE: 

If the GRID 20 device is the only controller for the 

chartplotter and is running on battery power only, you will not be 

able to control a connected autopilot with the GRID 20 device.

Specifications

Dimensions (W×H×D)

14.1 × 5.6 × 6.8 cm (5.6 × 2.2 × 2.7 in.)

Material

Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic

Water resistance

IEC 60529 IPX7

1

1

*The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min. For more information, go to 

www.garmin.com/waterrating

.

3

Summary of Contents for GRID 20

Page 1: ...oom in or out of a view Press to make a selection BACK Press to return to the previous screen FOCUS Press to move a highlight to a different section of the screen Press to move a highlight to a different function or window on a combination screen 1 2 3 4 Hold to assign a shortcut key to the active screen Press to open the assigned screen Tools Needed Drill and drill bits 3 mm 1 8 in drill bit 13 m...

Page 2: ...the cutout ensure the mounting holes on the device line up with the larger outer holes on the template 9 If the mounting holes on the device do not line up mark the new hole locations 10Based on your mounting method drill the larger outer holes Drill 5 mm 3 16 in holes for the included nut plate and machine screws Drill 2 mm 5 64 in pilot holes for the included wood screws and skip to step 16 Dril...

Page 3: ...damage caused by fire or overheating the appropriate fuse must be in place as indicated in the product specifications In addition connecting the power cable without the appropriate fuse in place voids the product warranty 1 Route the power cable to the power source and to the device 2 Connect the red wire to the positive battery terminal and connect the black wire to the negative battery terminal ...

Page 4: ...he Garmin logo and ANT are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries registered in the USA and other countries ActiveCaptain and GRID are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin Android is a trademark of Google Inc Apple is a trademark of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries NMEA 2000 and the NMEA 2000...

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