Garmin GXM 54 Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 9

Acknowledgment

Garmin SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY IF CHANGES IN THE SERVICE PROVIDER'S SUBSCRIPTION OFFERING 
NEGATIVELY IMPACTS OR RENDERS IMPOSSIBLE THE USE OF PURCHASED Garmin HARDWARE EQUIPMENT 
WITH THE SERVICE PROVIDER'S OFFERING IN THE FUTURE.
THE USER AGREES THAT THE SiriusXM WEATHER SERVICE OFFERING IS PROVIDED "AS IS", THAT YOUR 
Garmin HARDWARE EQUIPMENT ONLY ALLOWS THE DISPLAY OF SUCH SERVICE OFFERING, AND THAT ANY 
CHANGES BY THE SERVICE PROVIDER MAY INTERFERE WITH THE ABILITY OF YOUR Garmin HARDWARE 
EQUIPMENT TO RECEIVE OR DISPLAY SUCH SERVICE OFFERING. FURTHER, SUCH SERVICE OFFERING 
CONTAINS INFORMATION FURNISHED BY OTHERS WHO ARE NOT UNDER THE CONTROL OF Garmin, AND 
THEREFORE THE SERVICE OFFERING IS ACCORDINGLY FURNISHED WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF Garmin, 
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND 
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

FCC Compliance

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this 
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant 
to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy 
and may cause harmful interference to radio communications if not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this 
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning 
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following 
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the GPS device.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be made by an authorized Garmin 
service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment, and 
void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15 regulations.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Compliance

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and 
Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Limited Warranty

The Garmin standard limited warranty applies to this accessory. For more information, go to 

www.garmin.com

/support/warranty

.

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Summary of Contents for GXM 54

Page 1: ...cifications Connecting the power cable without the appropriate fuse in place voids the product warranty 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 Software Update You must update the Garmin ch...

Page 2: ...on the antenna should be mounted in a location that has a clear unobstructed view of the sky in all directions The antenna should not be mounted where it is shaded by the superstructure of the boat a radome antenna or the mast The antenna should not be mounted near the engine or other sources of Electromagnetic Interference EMI If a radar is present the antenna should be mounted above the path of ...

Page 3: ...ounting Location 1 Temporarily secure the antenna in the preferred mounting location and test it for correct operation 2 If you experience interference with other electronics move the antenna to a different location and test it again 3 Repeat steps 1 2 until you observe full or acceptable signal strength 4 Permanently mount the antenna 3 ...

Page 4: ...surface mount bracket aside Do not drill through the bracket 3 Use a 3 2 mm 1 8 in drill bit to drill the three pilot holes 4 Use a 25 mm 1 in drill bit or hole saw to drill or cut the cable hole in the center 5 Use the included M4 screws and a Phillips screwdriver to secure the surface mount bracket to the mounting surface If the included M4 screws are too short use M4 screws of appropriate lengt...

Page 5: ...bit to drill a hole for the cable to pass through 3 Fasten the pole to the boat 4 Thread the pole mount adapter onto the pole Do not overtighten the adapter 5 Route the cable through the pole and connect it to the antenna 6 Place the antenna on the pole mount adapter and twist it clockwise to lock it in place 7 Use the included M3 set screw and a 1 5 mm hex wrench to secure the antenna to the adap...

Page 6: ...cluded M3 set screw and a 1 5 mm hex wrench to secure the antenna to the adapter 6 With the antenna installed on the pole mount fill the remaining gap in the vertical cable slot with a marine sealant optional 7 Attach the pole to the boat if it is not already attached 8 Route the cable away from sources of electronic interference Connection Considerations NOTICE If you are connecting the audio cab...

Page 7: ...nstall the module in a location with access to power the installed antenna and a Garmin Marine Network device You can secure the module to existing cabling or a structure using zip ties not included or you can secure it to a bulkhead using the included screws Garmin Marine network device If additional network ports are not available on the nearby Garmin Marine Network device you may need to use a ...

Page 8: ... receiving the SiriusXM signal 5 If the service is not activated within the hour go to http care siriusxm com refresh or contact SiriusXM Listener Care by phone at 1 866 635 2349 Appendix Specifications Measurement Specification Dimensions diameter x height 91 6 49 5 mm 3 61 1 95 in Weight 221 g 7 8 oz Operating temperature range From 30 to 70 C from 22 to 158 F Storage temperature range From 35 t...

Page 9: ... on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the GPS device Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This product does not contain any user servic...

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