Garmin GPS 16 User manual

quick
start
guide
GPS 16
GPS receiver/antenna
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Introduction
Limited Warranty
GARMIN warrants t is product to be free from
defects in materials and workmans ip for one year from
t e date of purc ase. GARMIN will, at its sole option,
repair or replace any components t at fail in normal use.
Suc repairs or replacement will be made at no c arge to
t e customer for parts or labor. T e customer is, owever,
responsible for any transportation costs. T is warranty
does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accident or
unaut orized alteration or repairs.
THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED
HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR STAT-
UTORY, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER
ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, STATUTORY OR OTH-
ERWISE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO
STATE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR
ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM
THE USE, MISUSE, OR INABILITY TO USE THIS
PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION
OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
To obtain warranty service, contact your GARMIN
dealer or call t e GARMIN Customer Service department
(913-397-8200) for a returned merc andise tracking
number. T e unit s ould be securely packaged wit
t e tracking number clearly marked on t e outside of
t e package and sent freig t prepaid and insured to a
GARMIN warranty service station. A copy of t e original
sales receipt is required as t e proof of purc ase for
warranty repairs. GARMIN retains t e exclusive rig t to
repair or replace t e unit or software or offer a full
refund of t e purc ase price at its sole discretion. SUCH
REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY.
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Introduction
Cautions /
FCC Compliance
T e GPS system is operated by t e government of t e
United States w ic is solely responsible for t eir accuracy
and maintenance. T e Global Positioning System and t e
Differential Global Positioning System are under develop-
ment and are subject to c anges w ic could affect accu-
racy and performance of all GPS equipment. Alt oug
a GPS system is a precision electronic NAVigation AID
(NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted,
and t erefore become unsafe. Use t e GPS system at your
own risk. To reduce t is risk, carefully review and under-
stand all aspects of t is Quick Start Guide and carefully
compare indications from your output to all available
navigation sources including t e information from ot er
NAVAIDs, visual sig tings, c arts, etc. For safety, always
resolve any discrepancies before continuing navigation.
FCC Compliance
T e GPS 16 complies wit Part 15 of t e FCC interfer-
ence limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR
OFFICE USE. T ese limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against armful interference in a residential
installation, and are more stringent t an “outdoor” require-
ments.
Operation of t is device is subject to t e following
conditions: (1) T is device may not cause armful interfer-
ence, and (2) t is device must accept any interference
received, including interference t at may cause undesired
operation.
T is equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance wit t e instructions, may cause armful interfer-
ence to radio communications. However, t ere is no guar-
antee t at interference will not occur in a particular instal-
lation.
If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equip-
ment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
· Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
· Increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver.
· Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is con-
nected.
· Consult the dealer or an e pe-
rienced radio/TV technician for
help.
F
The GARMIN GPS 16 does
not contain any user-serviceable
parts. Repairs should only
be made by an authorized
GARMIN service center. Unau-
thorized repairs or modifi cations
could result in permanent
damage to the equipment, and
void your warranty and your
authority to operate this device
under Part 15 regulations.
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Introduction
Table of
Contents
Introduction
Limited Warranty................................................1
Cautions ............................................................2
Table of Contents ...............................................3
Overview
Capabilities & Package Contents........................4
Specifi cations..................................................5
Installation
Mounting t e GPS 16..............................6-7
Wiring t e GPS 16......................................8-10
Operation
Using t e GPS 16 ................................11-12
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Introduction
Capabilities
T e GPS 16 offers a ost of powerful capabilities for
en anced performance and accuracy:
• Performance— WAAS enabled, 12-c annel GPS
receiver tracks and uses up to 12 satellites for fast,
accurate positioning.
• Ease of Use— Once installed, unit will automati-
cally transmit navigation data.
• Convenience— May be remotely mounted in an
out-of-t e-way location. Receiver status information
can be displayed directly on a c artplotter or PC.
• GPS Accuracy
Position: < 15 meters, 95% (typical)*
Velocity: .1 knot RMS steady state
• DGPS USCG) Accuracy
Position: 3-5 meters, 95% (typical)
Velocity: .1 knot RMS steady state
• DGPS WAAS) Accuracy
Position: < 3 meters, 95% (typical)
Velocity: .1 knot RMS steady state
• Acquisition Times**
Reacquisition: Less t an 2 seconds
Warm: Approximately 15 seconds
Cold: Approximately 45 seconds
AutoLocate: Approximately 5 minutes
Skysearc : Approximately 5 minutes
* Subject to accuracy degradation to 100m 2DRMS under t e U.S.
Department of Defense imposed Selective Availability Program.
** Warm = all data known; Cold = position, time and almanac
known; AutoLocate = almanac known, position and time unknown;
Skysearc = no data known.
Capabilities &
Package Contents
Package Contents
Your GARMIN GPS 16
package includes:
• GPS 16 unit with 17 ft. (5 m)
Power/Data Cable
If any parts are missing
or damaged, please contact
your GARMIN dealer
immediately.
Technical Specifi cations for the
GPS 16 may be downloaded
from the GARMIN web site at
www.garmin.com/support
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Overview
Physical
Size: 3.39”D x 1.65”H
(86 mm x 42 mm)
Weig t: 11.7 oz. (332 g) with 5 meter cable
Operating Range: 22°F to +176°F ( 30°C to +80°C)
Waterproof: 1 meter submersion for 30 minutes
IPX7 rating for IEC529
Cable: 17 ft. (5 m) Foil shielded 8 conductor
28 AWG; RJ 45 Connector
Dynamics: 999 knots, 6g’s
Power
Voltage:
GPS 16 LVS: 3.3 to 6 Vdc regulated to <100 mV ripple
GPS 16 HVS: 6 to 40 Vdc unregulated
Current Drain:
GPS 16 LVS: 80 mA (typical)
GPS 16 HVS: 100 mA @ 6 Vdc; 65 mA @ 12 Vdc;
28 mA @ 40 Vdc
Sensitivity: 165 dBW minimum
Interfaces
Serial Interface: True RS 232 output (Port 2 input only),
asynchronous serial input comptible with
RS 232 or TTL voltage levels, RS 232
polarity
Baud Rates: 300 to 19200
Serial Format:
Port 1: Selectable between NMEA and GARMIN.
NMEA 0183 v2.00/3.00 (ASCII)
transmitted every two seconds, GPALM,
GPGGA, GPGLL, GPGSA, GPGSV, GPRMC,
GPVTG, PGRMB, PGRME, PGRMF,
PGRMM, PGRMT and PGRMV output.
Port 2: RTCM Input Only. RTCM SC 104 differen
tial input message types 1, 2, 3, 7 and 9
PPS Output: 1 Hz pulse, programmable width,
1 microsecond accuracy
GPS 16
Specifi cations
Complete information concerning
NMEA & RTCM formats and sen-
tences is available for purchase
at:
National Marine Electronics
Association (NMEA)
Seven Riggs Avenue
Severna Park, MD 21146
USA
410/975.9425
410/975.9450 FAX.
www.nmea.org
Radio Technical Commission For
Maritime Services (RTCM)
1800 Diagonal Road, Suite 600
Ale andria, VA 22314-2480,
USA
703/684.4481 (Info Only)
703/836.4229 FAX
www.rtcm.org
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Mounting the Receiver
Please read through these instructions thoroughly before
attempting installation. Make sure you completely understand
these instructions before you begin. When in doubt, seek pro-
fessional assistance.
T e following additional items are needed or optional
to complete t e installation of your GPS 16:
• Receiver mount— Since mounting
locations and met ods vary, you may need
to obtain a mount to install t e GPS 16.
T e receiver base uses eit er our Magnetic
Mount or may be fl us mounted.
• On/Off switch optional)— Power to t e
receiver may be controlled by an on/off switc ,
suc as an accessory switc on t e control
console. C eck wit an electric supply retailer for
t is item.
It is recommended t at t e system be temporarily
ooked up wit t e wiring and t e unit placed at t e
desired installation location. T en, c eck operation wit
potential interfering equipment turned on and off. (For
example, ot er electronic equipment, fan motors, engine
ignition, alternators, generators, radars and VHF radio
transmissions can be sources of interference.)
Position t e receiver so t at t e clearest possible view
of t e sky and orizon in all directions is obtained. Avoid
mounting t e receiver next to large areas of conductive
material (metal, aluminum, etc.) as t is may cause poor
signal reception. T e GPS 16 is supplied wit a 17 foot
(5 meter) power/data cable. W en routing t e wiring to
t e GPS 16, avoid routing t e cable near an alternator
or ignition system components or parallel to ot er power
lines.
Installation
Mounting t e
GPS 16
Note: As a general rule,
mount the receiver at least
three feet from all other
antennas and electrical
system components
(alternator/ignition system).
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Installation
If a problem is found, try altering t e location of t e
unit or wiring. Often moving t e receiver a few feet away
from t e source of interference will solve t e problem.
W en a suitable confi guration is found, a permanent instal-
lation s ould be made. Select t e mounting location accord-
ing to your preferences. Keep in mind t at from t is mount-
ing location cables will be routed to t e NMEA 0183
listening device. Since mounting needs will vary, ere are a
couple basic met ods:
Mounting t e GPS 16 wit magnetic mount:
1. Align the magnetic mount, with the protective coating
facing away from the unit base, with the 3 screw holes
on the bottom of the receiver.
2. Insert and tighten the 3 screws.
3. Place the receiver on a clean, metallic surface and
route cable accordingly.
Flus mounting t e GPS 16:
1. With the receiver upside down, using a piece of paper,
punch holes at the 3 screw locations to create a
template.
2. Use the template to mark and drill holes large enough
for the screw to pass through at the marked location.
3. Align the receiver over the 3 holes and fasten the
screws. The M4 thread inserts for the GPS 16 are
8.10mm deep. Do not use screws that will thread
into the receiver any deeper, as this may damage the
receiver.
T ree common sources of interference for GPS units
are:
Radar
ABOVE- OK
BELOW- OK
EMI
SS JAYHAWK
3'
VHF Radio Antenna
Radar
EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) from engine components
When routing the power/data
cable, try to avoid:
• Sharp edges which may cut the
cable.
• Routing the cable parallel to
other power lines.
• E cessively twisting, straining
or bending the cable.
Mounting t e
GPS 16
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Installation
Mounting t e
GPS 16
Wiring the GPS 6
T e fi nal step in installing t e GPS 16 is to
connect t e receiver’s Port 1 DATA IN, DATA OUT,
REMOTE ON/OFF and GROUND (Return) lines to your
NMEA 0183 device or PC. Port 2 is used for RTCM
input only. T e GPS 16 may be plugged directly into a
RJ-45 receptacle, w ic accepts NMEA 0183 data. It is
recommended t at a 1-amp, slow blow fuse be installed
on t e power (+) line of t e receiving RJ-45 receptacle or
equivalent device. Color coding of t e wires is t e same
on all GPS 16 models (see wiring diagrams on following
pages). If necessary, t e wire coloring on t e GPS 16 may
be seen t roug t e clear RJ-45 connector.
For reliable communication, it is essential t at t e
GPS 16 and t e receiving device s are t e same ground.
T is ground connection acts as t e (signal) return line.
It is recommended to wire t e unit to its own circuit to
avoid interference from ot er electronics.
Wire Coloring:
1. RED- Power (+)
2. BLACK- Ground (Power (-) and Data Signal Return)
3. YELLOW- Remote power On/Off (Pull low for ON)
4. BLUE- Port 1 NMEA 0183 or GRMN Data Input
5. WHITE- Port 1 NMEA 0183 or GRMN Data Output
6. GRAY- Pulse Per Second Output (See Tec Specifi cations)
7. GREEN- Port 2 RTCM SC-104 Differential Data Input
8. VIOLET- Port 2 Data Output (Reserved for Future Use)
GPS 16
RJ-45 Connecto
r
(Cable View)
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