GA 30 GPS Antenna Installation Instructions GA 30 GPS Antenna Installation InstructionsThe Garmin® GA 30 GPS antenna provides GPS information to your compatible Garminchartplotter. The GA 30 connects to compatible Garmin chartplotters using a BNC connector.Install the GA 30 antenna according to the following instructions. You need the appropriatefasteners, tools, and mounts listed in each section. These items are available at most marinedealers.See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the compatible Garmin chartplotter box forproduct warnings and other important information.Caution: Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, orsanding. When drilling or cutting, always check for clearance on the opposite side of the surface.Contact GarminContact Garmin Product Support if you have any questions while installing the GA 30. In theUSA, go to www.garmin.com/support, or contact Garmin USA by phone at (913) 397.8200 or(800) 800.1020.In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at 0808 2380000.In Europe, go to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for in-country supportinformation, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0) 870.8501241.Product RegistrationHelp us better support you by completing our online registration today. Go to http://my.garmin.com. Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place.For future reference, write the serial number assigned to your GA 30 antenna in the spaceprovided. It is located on a sticker on the back of the unit.Serial numberPacking List and Tools NeededBefore installing your unit, confirm that your package includes the following items. If any partsare missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately.Standard PackageGA 30 antennaAntenna cableSurface-mount bracketPole-mount bracketUnder-deck mount bracketMounting hardware(screws and adhesive pads)Installation instructions•••••••Tools NeededDrill and drill bitsHole saw, 1 in. (25 mm) (surface-mountcable hole)Screwdriver (surface-mount screws)Center punch and hammer(to mark surface-mount pilot holes)Countersink bit (when mounting onfiberglass)Marine sealant (for certain mountingoptions)••••••