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WM-4 Marine Weather & Audio Receiver Installation Manual

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Verify Operation

Power on the system, and the WM-4 Receiver. Verify 

that the Power LED light is on (blue), and that the 

Network LED light is randomly flashing green, which 

indicates normal network traffic. 

Consult “Troubleshooting” on page 22 if the 

indicator LED lights are not on, or if the Network 

LED light is showing a blinking pattern.

Subscribe to SiriusXM Services

You can subscribe to the SiriusXM Marine service 

and add satellite Radio at a discount by following 

these steps:

1. 

Make sure the system is turned on. Verify 

that you are receiving the SiriusXM signal by 

entering the SiriusXM menu in your MFD.

2. 

Make a note of the Radio ID. You can find it on 

a label on the WM-4 Receiver packaging and 

on the label on the underside of the WM-4 

Receiver.

NOTE!

 The Radio ID does not use the letters I, O, S, or F.

3. 

Activate your service:

 

In the USA: 

First see our Customer Agreement for 

complete terms at www.siriusxm.com/marine 

and then:

• Online: Go to 

www.siriusxm.com/activate

 

 

   OR

• By phone: 

1-855-SXM-WTHR

 (

1-855-796-9847)

 

In Canada:

 

First see our Customer Agreement for 

complete terms at www.siriusxm.ca/marine and 

then:
•  Online: Go to 

www.siriusxm.ca/activate

 

 

   OR

• By phone: 

1-844-823-0843

4. 

Activation usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but 

may take up to an hour. We recommend that 

your MFD remain on until subscribed. 

5. 

Activation signals can be sent again at any time 

by visiting 

www.siriusxm.com/refresh 

(in USA) 

or

 www.siriusxm.ca/refresh 

(in Canada).

Summary of Contents for WM-4

Page 1: ...Copyright 2019 Navico Holding AS 08 2019 Date English en US Installation Instructions WM 4 Marine Weather Audio Receiver WM 4 ...

Page 2: ...hermen locate fishing hot spots Hardware and the SiriusXM weather service subscription are sold separately The WM 4 Receiver also provides access to over 150 channels of SiriusXM satellite radio service which can be added at a discounted rate to the Marine subscription For more information about SiriusXM Marine service features and pricing in the US visit siriusxm com marine and in Canada visit si...

Page 3: ...ere such as in an engine room or near fuel tanks Warning Switch off power supply Ensure the vessel s power supply is switched OFF before starting to install this product Do NOT connect or disconnect equipment with the power switched on unless instructed in this document Warning Product grounding Before applying power to this product ensure it has been correctly grounded in accordance with the inst...

Page 4: ...m that used for engine start This is important to prevent erratic behavior and data loss which can occur if the engine start does not have a separate battery Simrad Lowrance and B G specified cables are used Cables are not cut or extended unless doing so is detailed in the installation manual Note Where constraints on the installation prevent any of the above recommendations always ensure the maxi...

Page 5: ...product IMO and SOLAS The equipment described within this document is intended for use on leisure marine boats and workboats not covered by International Maritime Organization IMO and Safety of Life at Sea SOLAS Carriage Regulations Technical Accuracy To the best of our knowledge the information in this document was correct at the time it was produced However Simrad Lowrance and B G cannot accept ...

Page 6: ...iver Shakespeare SRA 50 Antenna Includes 25 Cable Mounting Accessories SMA to SMB Adapter Item 000 1494 001 Mounting Screws 2 WM 4 Network Cable Item 000 14972 001 WM 4 Stereo Audio Cable Item 000 14973 001 WM 4 Power Cable Item 000 14971 001 ANTENNA AUDIO M A R I N E NETWORK R E C E I V E R POWER InfoLINK ...

Page 7: ...n be connected directly to a Multifunction Display or to a Network Expansion Port The audio connection is optional and is used if you subscribe to a SiriusXM music and entertainment package in addition to the SiriusXM Marine subscription package ANTENNA AUDIO M A R I N E NETWORK R E C E I V E R POWER InfoLINK ANTENNA SMA to SMB ADAPTER Switched Circuit RF Ground Point If none then connect to chass...

Page 8: ...nd B G multifunction displays GPS receiver provides position information for your vessel in the weather chart and radar applications Some multifunction displays have an internal GPS receiver If your display does not have an internal GPS an external GPS receiver will be required Third party external audio system required if you want to listen to SiriusXM satellite radio SiriusXM marine weather subs...

Page 9: ...ription Network Connector Pin Description 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 Ethernet RX White Green 1 Ethernet TX 2 Ethernet RX Green 2 Ethernet TX 3 Ethernet TX White Orange 3 Ethernet RX 4 Ethernet TX Orange 4 Ethernet RX 5 HW ID A 5 Shield Ground 6 HW ID B 7 Shield Ground Note if a longer network connection is needed visit www lowrance com www simrad yachting com or www bandg com for additional extension solutio...

Page 10: ... 3 1 Battery Switched Red Battery Switched 2 Ground Black Ground 3 RF Shield Ground White RF Shield Ground The following is the pin and connector identification for the Audio Cable provided with the WM 4 Receiver Audio Connector Pin Description Connector Color Description 1 4 2 3 1 Left Audio Red Right Stereo Audio 2 Left Audio 3 Right Audio White Left Stereo Audio 4 Right Audio Item 000 14971 001...

Page 11: ... R POWER InfoLINK Connect the Power Cable The WM 4 Receiver should be connected to a 12 or 24 volt power source negative ground Caution Some vessels may have a positive ground system DO NOT connect to positive ground system Be sure the vessels power is off before making the power connection or the fuse or circuit breaker which will be powering the WM 4 Receiver is off Power Wire Connection See dia...

Page 12: ...2 24V 14 Note These distances are for a 2 wire power cable run from the battery to the product approximate distance To calculate the round trip length double the figure stated here Breakers Fuses and Circuit Protection It is recommended that you fit a thermal breaker or fuse at the distribution panel Thermal breaker rating 5 A if only connecting one device Note The suitable fuse rating for the the...

Page 13: ... the Audio Cable optional The audio connection is optional and is used if you subscribe to a SiriusXM music and entertainment package in addition to the SiriusXM Marine subscription package If you are not installing an audio connection do not remove the water resistant cap that is installed on the WM 4 Receiver s AUDIO connector The Audio Cable provides an RCA style Left and Right audio connection...

Page 14: ...na and the WM 4 Receiver is more than 25 feet special cable kits are available Plan and purchase the appropriate kit before proceeding page 16 Choose a Location The antenna must be mounted horizontally and in a location that is open and has a clear view of the sky The antenna must also be mounted away from any metal objects or other structures that could block the line of sight reception of the sa...

Page 15: ...ed through the mounting surface to the underside Secure to the surface using 4 screws Pedestal Mount Antenna secured topside above the mounting surface Route antenna cable either through or above the mounting surface Secure to the surface using 3 screws Optional Mounting Options purchased separately Extension Mast Mount Extension masts can be purchased in varying lengths to extend the antenna up a...

Page 16: ...E WM 4 SIRIUS SAT WEATHER INSTALL KIT WM 4 SIRIUS SAT WEATHER ANTENNA EXT Follow the instructions in the next sections for the mounting method you ve selected Do not cut the 6 antenna lead or remove the connectors from any of the cables under any circumstances Surface Mount 1 Drill a 9 16 mounting hole When drilling fiberglass surfaces use a small backup block of scrap wood underneath to control p...

Page 17: ...ntering Use caution to avoid drilling through or near fuel lines fuel tanks hydraulic lines or electrical wiring 2 Attach the antenna onto the base by using the lock washer and retaining nut 3 Orient the antenna as desired Place on the mounting surface and take off the antenna and base leaving the base gasket in the same position Use the base gasket as a template to mark the locations for screws 4...

Page 18: ... Adapter Connect the adapter to the Antenna connection of the WM 4 Receiver Pedestal Mount 1 If you are going to route the antenna cable through the mounting surface drill a 9 16 mounting hole When drilling fiberglass surfaces use a small backup block of scrap wood to control push through splintering Use caution to avoid drilling through or near fuel lines fuel tanks hydraulic lines or electrical ...

Page 19: ... rubber o ring in place 7 If you are not routing the 6 antenna lead out through the side of the pedestal bottom continue with step 9 A needle nose pliers may be used to break off one of the three cable knockouts in the pedestal bottom to align with the cable groove in the pedestal gasket Refer to the alignment mark made in step 3 to ensure the antenna cable exits the pedestal in the correct direct...

Page 20: ...nto the extension mast 3 Route the antenna cable to the WM 4 Receiver and connect the antenna cable to the SMA to SMB Adapter Connect the adapter to the Antenna connection of the WM 4 Receiver Rail Mount The center hole in ratchet type antenna mounts will not accommodate the connector You must use an optional rail mount which will allow the cable and its connector to pass through Do not cut the an...

Page 21: ...sXM menu in your MFD 2 Make a note of the Radio ID You can find it on a label on the WM 4 Receiver packaging and on the label on the underside of the WM 4 Receiver NOTE The Radio ID does not use the letters I O S or F 3 Activate your service In the USA First see our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www siriusxm com marine and then Online Go to www siriusxm com activate OR By phone 1 855 SX...

Page 22: ...k traffic On Red 1 blink fast pattern Network Cable is not connected or not secured Make sure the cable is connected and secured to the WM 4 Receiver On Red 1 blink slow pattern Network cable connected is damaged or out of spec Contact Lowrance Simrad or B G for a replacement cable On Amber 2 blink pattern for 18 seconds WM 4 Receiver has lost the link connection to the MFD or network expansion po...

Page 23: ...etwork expansion port Confirm that the cable is connected to an MFD or network expansion port Channel Not Available Chan Unavailable Ch Unavailable Ch Unavail Ch Unavl The channel you have selected is not available MFD Message Reason Channel Not Subscribed CH Unsubscribed Chan Unsub Ch Unsub The channel you have selected is not part of your current subscription plan First see our Customer Agreemen...

Page 24: ...digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 IC STATEMENT 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 For product available in the Canada market only channel 1 11 can be operated Selection of other channels is not possible Thi...

Page 25: ...t Information It is prohibited to and you agree that you will not copy decompile disassemble reverse engineer hack manipulate or otherwise access and or make available any technology incorporated in this product Furthermore the AMBE voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice ...

Page 26: ...ver is not operational in PR Our Internet radio service is available throughout our satellite service area and in AK and HI Channel lineup varies by subscription package Important Legal Notice About Installation Installation instructions are provided for your convenience You must determine if you have the knowledge skills and ability required to properly perform installation Professional installat...

Page 27: ...or components returned to Navico or its approved agent during the Warranty Period Such repairs or replacements will be the sole remedy of the customer under this Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights your rights may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction These rights exist alongside all rights you have under local law OBTAINING WARRANTY SUPPORT Customers can obtain warranty suppor...

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