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NTRODUCTION
Preface
Congratulations on choosing one of the most advanced marine weather systems
available! The GDL 30/30A Marine Weather/Audio Satellite Receiver provides
graphical and textual marine XM WX weather information that can be viewed on
your Garmin Marine Network chartplotters. Operation of the GDL30 does require
a subscription to the XM WX Satellite Weather service. Additionally, the GDL
30A offers music, news, and talk programming capability with a subscription to
the XM Radio service.
This manual covers the XM weather and audio features of the GDL 30/30A when
viewed on the Garmin Marine Network chartplotters. To get the most out of your
new system, take the time to go through this manual and learn the operating
procedures. This manual discusses in detail how to install the GDL 30/30A and
how to subscribe to XM WX Weather and Radio services. Detailed information
about the GDL's Weather and Audio features and operation is also provided. For
all other unit operating instructions, refer to your Garmin Chartplotter's Owner's
Manual and Quick Reference Guide.
Product terminology used throughout this manual
• This manual refers to the GDL 30 Marine Weather Satellite Receiver as
GDL 30 and the GDL 30A Marine Weather/Audio Satellite Receiver as
GDL 30A. It covers instructions for both units (GDL 30/30A). Unless
otherwise specified, unit operations are the same on both models.
• Garmin Marine Network Chartplotters are Multi-Function Display units
such as the GPSMAP 3005C, and GPSMAP 3006C/3010C. They are
referred to as chartplotters throughout this manual.
GDL 30/30A Owner's Manual
Product Registration
Help us better support your equipment purchase by completing our
online registration today!
Have the serial number of your GDL 30/30A ready,
connect to our Web site (www.garmin.com) and click the Product Registration
link on the Home page. Record your serial number below for a quick reference.
Serial Number for GDL 30/30A
Use this area to record the serial number (8-digit
number located on the bottom of your unit) in
case it is lost, stolen, or needs service. Be sure to
keep your original sales receipt in a safe place or
attach a photocopy inside the manual.
Serial Number:
www.garmin.com
XM WX Weather and XM Radio IDs
Use this area to record the ID numbers (8-digit
number located on the Information sub tab of your
unit--see page 6 of this manual) in case your unit
is lost or stolen. XM Satellite Radio can deactivate
these radio codes when you call.
XM WX Weather ID Number:
XM Radio ID Number (GDL 30A only):
www.xmwxweather.com
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