Connecting to a GPS Receiver
If you connect the radio to a GPS receiver, the radio can automatically transmit your
current position during an automated distress call or during a normal DSC call.
Your radio supports a standard NMEA0183 input from a GPS receiver. Follow the steps
below to connect your radio to your GPS receiver:
1. Connect the GREEN wire of the included accessory cable to the GPS DATA OUTPUT
(-) WIRE or the GROUND WIRE on your GPS receiver.
2. Connect the YELLOW wire of the included accessory cable to the GPS DATA
OUTPUT (+) WIRE on your GPS receiver.
3. Connect the BROWN wire of the included accessory cable to the GPS DATA OUTPUT
(-) WIRE on your GPS receiver..
NOTE: Do not connect the BROWN wire to the GROUND WIRE on your GPS receiver.
4. Be certain all wire connections are secure and that all open wires are adequately
covered.
NOTE: to extend the life of the radio, use waterproof tape to seal electrical connections.
5. Plug the accessory cable into the accessory cable pigtail on the back of your radio.
GPS Verification
If the GPS receiver is correctly connected and it transmits valid data, the display shows
GPS Data OK
. Press
ENT-1W25W
to open the GPS status screen and see detailed
GPS data:
If the GPS does not send coordinates within 30 minutes, an audible alert sounds once and
the display shows
Input GPS
. This message remains until the coordinates are updated.
VHF585 RADIO
1-800-BOATING
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