Garmin GPSMAP 8700 Installation Instructions Manual

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GPSMAP®8700INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSImportant Safety InformationWARNINGFailure to follow these warnings, cautions, and notices couldresult in personal injury, damage to the vessel or device, or poorproduct performance.See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in theproduct box for product warnings and other importantinformation.When connecting the power cable, do not remove the in-linefuse holder. To prevent the possibility of injury or productdamage caused by fire or overheating, the appropriate fusemust be in place as indicated in the product specifications. Inaddition, connecting the power cable without the appropriatefuse in place voids the product warranty.CAUTIONTo avoid possible personal injury, always wear safety goggles,ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, orsanding.To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the device andvessel, disconnect the vessel's power supply before beginningto install the device.To avoid possible personal injury or damage to the device orvessel, before applying power to the device, make sure that ithas been properly grounded, following the instructions in theguide.NOTICEFor the best possible performance, the device must be installedaccording to these instructions.When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the oppositeside of the surface to avoid damaging the vessel.Read all installation instructions before proceeding with theinstallation. If you experience difficulty during the installation,contact Garmin®Product Support.Contacting Garmin Support• Go to support.garmin.com for help and information, such asproduct manuals, frequently asked questions, videos, andcustomer support.• In the USA, call 913-397-8200 or 1-800-800-1020.• In the UK, call 0808 238 0000.• In Europe, call +44 (0) 870 850 1241.Software UpdateYou may need to update the chartplotter software afterinstallation. For the instructions on how to update the software,see the owner's manual at garmin.com/manuals/GPSMAP8700.Connector ViewPOWER Power cable connectionNETWORK Garmin Marine NetworkHDMI IN HDMI®inHDMI OUT HDMI out to connect the chartplotter to a monitor.Required for device functionality.CVBS IN Composite video inStatus LEDPower groundPower buttonNMEA 0183 NMEA®0183 and audio outUSB HOST Micro-USB output for connecting a touchscreen monitorUSB OTG Micro-USB input from compatible Garmin card reader1,computer, or other supported USB accessoryNMEA 2000 NMEA 2000®networkJ1939 J1939 networkTools Needed• Drill• Drill bits appropriate for the surface and hardware (3.2 mm(1/8 in.) drill bit for included screws)• Phillips screwdriver• PencilMounting ConsiderationsNOTICEThis device should be mounted in a location that is not exposedto extreme temperatures or conditions. The temperature rangefor this device is listed in the product specifications. Extendedexposure to temperatures exceeding the specified temperaturerange, in storage or operating conditions, may cause devicefailure. Extreme-temperature-induced damage and relatedconsequences are not covered by the warranty.• You must mount the device in a location where it will not besubmerged.• You must mount the device in a location with adequateventilation where it will not be exposed to extremetemperatures.• You must mount the device at least 2.54 cm (1 in.) fromcables and other potential sources of interference.• You must mount the device in a location that allows room forthe routing and connection of all cables.Mounting the GPSMAP 8700 Black Box DeviceNOTICEIf you are mounting the device in fiberglass, when drilling thepilot holes, use a countersink bit to drill a clearance counterbore1 Only compatible Garmin card readers recommended. Third-party card readersare not guaranteed to be fully compatible.GUID-0E7D71DD-265C-4A81-9C9D-474AAB4BB516 v2November 2020