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Garmin GPSMAP 8215 MFD Instructions Manual
You should test the DVI cable by connecting the devices
before routing the cable.
Card Reader Connections
Connecting to Power
When connecting the power cable, do not remove the in-line
fuse holder. To prevent the possibility of injury or product
damage caused by fire or overheating, the appropriate fuse
must be in place as indicated in the product specifications. In
addition, connecting the power cable without the appropriate
fuse in place will void the product warranty.
1
Route the power cable to the power source and to the
device.
2
Connect the red wire to the positive (+) battery terminal, and
connect the black wire to the negative (-) battery terminal.
3
Install the locking ring and o-ring on the end of the power
cable.
4
Connect the power cable to the device by turning the locking
ring clockwise.
Connecting the Card Reader to the Garmin Marine
Network
The card reader is not compatible with Garmin chartplotters
prior to the GPSMAP 8000 Series and GPSMAP 8500.
Connect the card reader to a Garmin device on the Garmin
Marine Network using a Garmin Marine Network cable.
Data from cards inserted in the card reader is shared with all
compatible devices on the Garmin Marine Network.

Updating the Device Software

The device may contain a software-update memory card. If so,
follow the instructions provided with the card.
If a software update memory card is not included, go to
www.garmin.com
to make sure your device software is up-to-
date.
1
If necessary, load the software update onto the memory card
from your computer by following the instructions on
www.garmin.com.
2
Turn on the chartplotter.
3
Insert the memory card into the card slot.
4
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Specifications

Physical Specifications

Device
Specification
Eight-inch
Dimensions
models
(W×H×D)
Display size
(W×H)
Weight
Twelve-inch
Dimensions
models
(W×H×D)
Display size
(W×H)
Weight
Fifteen-inch
Dimensions
models
(W×H×D)
Display size
(W×H)
Weight
12
WARNING
Measurement
7
31
17
10
/
× 7
/
× 4
/
in. (265 ×
16
64
32
190 × 115 mm)
47
1
6
/
in. × 5
/
in. (171 × 130 mm)
8
64
7.12 lbs (3.23 kg)
7
23
13
13
/
× 9
/
× 3
/
in. (333 ×
64
32
36
247 × 97 mm)
21
9
/
in. × 7¼ in. (245 × 184 mm)
32
10.91 lbs (4.95 kg)
7
3
45
15
/
× 12
/
× 3
/
in. (403 ×
8
64
64
306 × 94 mm)
31
63
11
/
in. × 8
/
in. (304 × 228
64
32
mm)
16.76 lbs (7.6 kg)
Device
Specification
All models
Temperature
range
Material

Power Specifications

Device
Specification
All models
Input power
Fuse
NMEA 2000 LEN
NMEA 2000 Draw
Eight-inch
Max. power usage at 10 Vdc 28 W
models
Typical current draw at 12
Vdc
Max current draw at 12 Vdc
Compass-safe distance
Twelve-inch
Max. power usage at 10 Vdc 35 W
models
Typical current draw at 12
Vdc
Max. current draw at 12 Vdc 3.5 A
Compass-safe distance
Fifteen-inch
Max. power usage at 10 Vdc 47 W
models
Typical current draw at 12
Vdc
Max. current draw at 12 Vdc 4.7 A
Compass-safe distance
GPS 19x Antenna Specifications
Measurement
Dimensions (diameter x
height)
Weight
Temperature range
Case material
Compass-safe distance
Power input source
Input current
NMEA 2000 LEN
NMEA 2000 draw
NMEA 2000 PGN Information
Type
PGN
Transmit and
059392 ISO acknowledgment
receive
059904 ISO request
060928 ISO address claim
126208 NMEA: Command, request, and
126464 Transmit and receive PGN list group
126996 Product information
129026 COG and SOG : Rapid update
129029 GNSS position data
129540 GNSS satellites in view
130306 Wind data
130312 Temperature
Transmit
127250 Vessel heading
127258 Magnetic variance
128259 Speed: Water referenced
128267 Water depth
Measurement
From 5° to 131°F (from -15° to
55°C)
Die case aluminum and
polycarbonate plastic
Measurement
10–35 Vdc
7.5 A, 42 V fast-acting
2
75 mA max.
1.3 A
2.8 A
13
12
/
(310 mm)
64
1.6 A
7
18
/
(460 mm)
64
2.5 A
7
18
/
(460 mm)
64
Specification
19
15
3
/
in. × 1
/
in. (91.6 × 49.5 mm)
32
16
7.1 oz (201 g)
-22° to 176°F (-30° to 80°C)
Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy,
waterproof to IEC 60529 IPX7 standards.
57
5
/
in. (150 mm)
64
9–16 Vdc
40 mA at 12 Vdc
2
100 mA max
Description
acknowledge group function
function