Garmin GPS 17 Quick Start Manual

Also see for GPSMAP 17: Reference guide Installation instructions Technical reference Declaration of conformity Technical specifications

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6Mounting the ReceiverPlease read through these instructions thoroughly beforeattempting installation. Make sure you completely understandthese instructions before you begin. When in doubt, seek profes-sional assistance.The following additional items are needed or optional tocomplete the installation of your GPS 17:• Antenna mount— Since antenna mounting locationsand methods vary, you will need to obtain an antenna mountto install the GPS 17. The receiver base fits a standard 1-inch, 14 threads-per-inch marine mount. Check with yourGarmin dealer or a marine supply retailer for this item.• On/Off switch (optional)— Power to the receivermay be controlled by an on/off switch, such as an accessoryswitch on the control console. Check with your Garmindealer or a marine/electric supply retailer for this item.It is recommended that the system be temporarilyhooked up with the wiring and the unit placed at the desiredinstallation location. Then, check operation with potentialinterfering equipment turned on and off. (For example, otherelectronic equipment, fan motors, engine ignition, alterna-tors, generators, radars, and VHF radio transmissions can besources of interference.)Position the receiver so that the clearest possible viewof the sky and horizon in all directions is obtained. Avoidmounting the antenna next to large areas of conductivematerial (metal, aluminum, etc.) as this may cause poorsignal reception. It is not recommended that the GPS 17 bemounted high on a mast, as the top of the mast travels morethan the boat. The unit will provide more stable readings ifit is located nearer to the water level. The GPS 17 is suppliedwith a 30 feet power/data cable. When routing the wiring tothe GPS 17, avoid routing the cable near the vessel’s alterna-tor or ignition system components or parallel to other powerlines.InstallationMounting theGPS 17Note: As a general rule, mountthe receiver at least threefeet from all other antennasand the vessel’s electricalsystem components(alternator/ignition system).I