Garmin GDL 30 Owner's Manual - Page 7

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Connecting the GDL 30/30A to a Chartplotter

Connect the GDL 30/30A to one chartplotter by using the Garmin Marine

Network Cable (included). If you need to connect the GDL to multiple

chartplotters, a GMS 10 Network Port Expander is required.

Do not cut the Garmin marine network cable if you need to drill a hole in your

boat; use the included grommet that is speciﬁcally designed to cover holes that

are drilled for the Garmin Marine Network Cable. If a longer cable is needed,

contact Garmin or your Garmin dealer. To ensure safety, use tie-wraps, fasteners,

and sealant to secure the cable along a route and through any bulkhead or deck.

To connect the GDL 30/30A to a chartplotter:

Plug the Marine Network Cable into the NETWORK connector on the GDL

30/30A and the back of the chartplotter.

Use a Network Port Expander to connect the

GDL 30/30A to multiple chartplotters

Connecting the GDL 30/30A to more than one chartplotter requires a Garmin GMS 10

Network Port Expander (not included). The GMS 10 provides additional network ports,

allowing the use of multiple chartplotters and additional sensors.

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Connecting the Audio Cable (GA 30A only)

Connect the Audio cable (included) to the GDL 30/30A AUDIO connector and

to the audio inputs on your stereo receiver.

Mounting the GA 31 Antenna

The GA 31 is designed to ﬁt a standard 1-inch, 14 threads-per-inch marine

antenna mount. Since mounting locations and methods vary, determine the best

mounting location for the GA 31 then obtain a suitable mount from your Garmin

dealer or a marine supply retailer.

When selecting a mounting location keep these factors in mind:

• The GA 31 works best with an unobstructed view of the sky and horizon.

• Avoid routing the antenna cable near ignition wires and along the same

path as power wires.

• Do not cut or shorten the antenna cable. The length of the antenna cable

is set to provide optimal performance. Shortening the cable adversely

effects the GA31's performance.

• If additional antenna cable is needed, Garmin recommends a 50 foot cable

from Delphi, part #SA10006. The following adapters are required; BNC

plug to SMB jack - available from Newark, part #92C7329, BNC jack to

SMB plug - available from Newark, part #92C7330

To connect the GA31 to the GDL 30/30A:

Place the GA 31 connector onto the GDL 30/30A ANTENNA connector

and twist clockwise to secure.

Check the antennas performance with potential interfering equipment turned

on and off before permanently mounting the antenna. Perform this test after the

XM WX Weather service is activated. Following is a list of items that could

potentially cause interference: other electronic equipment, fan motors, the engine

ignition system, alternators, generators, radar, and VHF radio transmissions. After

proper operation is veriﬁed, permanently install the antenna.

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CONNECTING TO A CHARTPLOTTER