Garmin Gps 17 N Manual

							
GPSMAP® 3000 Series Installation Supplement 
for GPS 17N or GPS 17HVS™ Antennas
The Installation Instructions included with your GPSMAP 3000 series chartplotter contain instructions for mounting a GPS 17x antenna. This 
supplement contains instructions for mounting a GPS 17N or GPS 17HVS antenna. Check the label on your antenna to determine which model 
you have. Refer to the GPSMAP 3000 Series Installation Instructions to install cabling and for additional installation instructions.
Installing the GPS 17N or GPS 17HVS
The GPS 17N/17HVS can be flush mounted or installed on any standard 1" O.D. 
(Outer Dimension), 14 threads-per-inch, marine mount. When mounting the 
antenna, the cable can be run externally, through the mounting panel, or through 
the center of the marine mount. 
The GPS 17N/17HVS connects to the 18-pin Power/Data cable on the G PSMAP 
3000 series chartplotter and provides the GPS/WAAS signal for the unit. If two or 
more GPSMAP 3000 series units are installed and networked, only one GPS 17N 
or GPS 17HVS needs to be installed.
For optimal reception, mount the GPS 17N/17HVS in a location that has a clear, 
unobstructed view of the sky in all directions. Avoid mounting the antenna where 
it is shaded by the superstructure of the boat, a radome antenna, or mast.  Avoid 
mounting the unit high on a sailboat mast to prevent inaccurate speed readings 
caused by excessive heeling. The unit provides more stable readings if it is located 
nearer to water level. Mount the GPS 17N/17HVS at least 3 ft. (9 m) away 
from (preferably above) the path of any radar beam or a VHF radio antenna. 
Temporarily secure the unit in the preferred mounting location and test f\
or 
correct operation. After verification, permanently mount the unit. If interference with other 
electronics is experienced, try a different location.
 Note: Do not paint the GPS 17N/17HVS antenna or clean it with harsh solvents.
To flush mount the GPS 17N/17HVS:
1.	 Cut	out	the	Flush	Mount	 Template	on	page	3,	and	tape	it	on	the	selected	mounting	location.
2.	 Mark	the	center	of	each	mounting	hole	by	tapping	the	end	of	a	center	punch	or	pointed	object	with	a	hammer.	If	the	cable	is	going	to	be	 installed	through	the	mounting	panel,	mark	the	center	of	the	additional	hole.
3.	 Drill	the	holes	using	the	appropriate	drill	bits.
4.	 Align	the	GPS	17N/17HVS	over	the	mounting	holes,	and	fasten	it	using	M4	screws.	 The	mounting	threads	are	8.1	mm	deep.	Do	not	use	
screws	that	thread	into	the	antenna	deeper	than	5/16	in.	(8	mm),	or	the	case	may	be	damaged.
The antenna can be installed with the coax through the panel 
or on the outside of the unit. If the coax is run through the 
panel, seal the outside exit area with marine sealant.
Mounting holes
Bottom of GPS 17N/17HVS  
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Signal Interference
Radar
ABOVE - BEST
BELOW - OK
EMISS JAYHAWK
GOOD
BETTERBEST
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VHF Radio AntennaRadar
EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) 
from engine components
 Note: Mount the antenna at least 3 ft. (0.9 m) away 
from (preferably above) the path of any radar beam or a 
VHF radio antenna.  
						

							
 GPSMAP 3000 Series Installation Supplement for GPS 17N or GPS 17HVS Antennas

To attach the enclosed pole mount to the GPS 17N/17HVS:
1.	 Thread	the	cable	though	the	pole	mount.
2.	 Align	the	tab	on	the	mount	to	the	notch	on	the	antenna.	
3.	 Use	the	enclosed	screws	to	secure	the	mount	to	the	base.
Attaching the Pole Mount 
to the Antenna
Align Notch
To mount the GPS 17N/17HVS with the cable run outside the mount:
1.	 Place	the	cable	in	the	vertical	slot	along	the	side	of	the	base	of	the	unit.
2.	 Screw	the	antenna	onto	the	mount.	DO	NOT	overtighten	the	head.	It	is	possible	to	over	
tighten	the	unit	and	cut	the	cable.
3.	 With	the	antenna	and	mount	installed,	fill	the	remaining	gap	in	the	cable	exit	with	a	 marine	sealant.
4.	 Route	the	cable	away	from	sources	of	electronic	interference.	
To mount the GPS 17N/17HVS with the cable run through the mount:
1.	 Position	the	mount	in	the	preferred	location,	and	mark	the	approximate	center	of	the	
mount.
2.	 Drill	a	hole	large	enough	for	the	cable	to	pass	through.
3.	 Slide	the	cable	through	the	mount	and	screw	the	antenna	onto	the	mount.
4.	 Fasten	the	mount	to	the	boat.
5.	 Route	the	cable	away	from	sources	of	electronic	interference.
Power/Data Cable Wiring
Use the following diagram to connect the GPS 17N/17HVS antenna to a GPSMAP 3000 series chartplotter. Use 22 AWG (18 AWG for the 
Red and Black wires), shielded, twisted-pair wiring for extended run s of wire. Solder all connections and seal the connection with heat shrink 
tubing.
WIRE COLOR 
GPS 17N/17HVS
Antenna
BLACK (GROUND) 
YELLOW (ON) 
RED (POWER) 
BLUE (DATA IN) 
BLACK 
ORANGE 
RED 
GREEN 
WHITE 
GARMIN
GPSMAP 3000 Series
+-
WHITE (DATA OUT) 
WIRE COLOR 
BATTERY 10-33 VOLTS DC 
3 A FUSE 1 A FUSE 
> 
> 
> 
> 
Cable run internally
Cable run externally
Attaching the GPS 17N/17HVS 
to a Pole Mount                                                                      
						

							
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GPS 17N and GPS 17HVS Flush-Mount Template
Drill this 3/4 in. (9 mm) hole if the antenna coaxial cable is 
going to be installed through the mounting panel
Use an 11/64 in. (4.5 mm) drill bit  
						

							
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