Garmin GDL 30A Installation Instructions Manual - Page 2
Browse online or download pdf Installation Instructions Manual for Marine Equipment Garmin GDL 30A. Garmin GDL 30A 8 pages. Marine weather satellite receiver
Also for Garmin GDL 30A: Owner's Manual (34 pages), Owner's Manual (34 pages), Owner's Manual (38 pages), Owner's Manual (40 pages)
Print Page
Unit Overview
Power/data connector
CautIon: Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding. When drilling or cutting, always check
what is on the opposite side of the surface.
Mounting the GDL 30A
Mount the GDL 30A in a location that is dry and well ventilated. Avoid mounting the unit where it may become submerged or exposed to
extreme temperatures above 158°F or below 5°F (above 70°C or below -15°C). Verify there is enough clearance to attach the cables to the unit.
Make sure the Status LED is visible to view the blink codes.
To mount the GDL 30A:
1. Using the unit as a template, mark the location of the mounting holes. If needed, additional holes can be drilled in the side mounting flanges.
2. Secure the GDL 30A using fasteners appropriate for the mounting surface.
Connecting the Power Cable
The power cable can be connected directly to the boat battery or through an open connector on the fuse block.
To connect the power cable to a battery:
1. Connect the red wire to the positive (+) terminal of the battery. Do not remove the AGC/3AG 2.0 amp fuse holder from the red wire.
2. Connect the black wire to the negative (-) terminal of the battery.
3. Connect the power cable to the GDL 30A 7-pin connector labeled POWER.
Connecting to a Battery
To connect the power cable to a fuse block:
1. Remove the AGC/3AG 2.0 A fuse holder from the red wire.
2. Connect the red wire to an open fuse holder in the fuse block. Make sure that the red wire is connected to the positive side of the fuse block.
3. Connect the black wire to the negative side of the fuse block.
4. Install a 2.0 A fuse in the fuse holder.
5. Connect the power cable to the GDL 30A 7-pin connector labeled POWER.
LED status indicator
Network port
Weather cap
Antenna connector
10–35
VDC
Audio connector
A fuse
Battery +
Connecting to a Fuse Block
Mounting holes
Red
To GDL 30A
Black
Battery -
GDL 30A Installation Instructions