. CAutIoN Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding. Notice When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the surface to avoid damaging your boat. The GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter and GPS antenna must be properly installed according to the following instructions. You need the appropriate fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in each section. These items are available at most marine dealers. Contact Garmin® Product Support if you have any questions while installing your GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter. In the USA, go to or contact Garmin USA by phone at (913) 397.8200 or (800) 800.1020. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at 0808 2380000. In Europe, go to and click Contact Support for in-country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0) 870.8501241. Before installing your GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter, confirm that the package contains the items listed on the box. If any parts are missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately. Product Registration Help us better support you by completing our online registration today. Go to Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. For future reference, write the serial numbers assigned to your GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter and GPS antenna in the space provided. The serial numbers are located on a sticker on the back of each device. Chartplotter serial number: GPS antenna serial number: to install the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter, you must: 1. Mount the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter (page 2). 2. Mount the GPS antenna (page 4). 3. Connect the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter to power (page 7). 4. Connect the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter and the GPS antenna to an existing NMEA2000 network or create a simple NMEA 2000 network (page 8). 5. Ensure that the chartplotter software is up-to-date (page 17). the following additional installation options are not necessary in order to use the GPSMAP 6000/7000 chartplotter. they have been included for your convenience: • Connecting the chartplotter to other Garmin Marine Network compatible devices, such as a sounder or a radar (page 9). • Connecting the chartplotter to a GPS 17 or GPS 17 HVS antenna (page 15). • ConnectingthechartplottertootherNMEA0183-compatibledevicessuchasaVHFradiowithDSC(page12). • Connecting the chartplotter to an external alarm (page 15). • Connecting the chartplotter to a video input source, to a PC, or to an external video monitor (page 16). April 2012 Part Number 190-01495-02 Rev. B Printed in Taiwan 2 GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Installation Instructions Mounting the GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Chartplotter You can mount the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotters using one of two methods. You can use the included bracket to bail mount the chartplotter, or you can use the included template and hardware to flush mount the chartplotter. Mount the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter in a location that provides a clear, glare-free view of the display and easy operation of the controls or touch screen. Note: You cannot bail mount the GPSMAP 7015/7215 chartplotters. Because of the larger size of these devices, you must flush mount a GPSMAP 7015 or a GPSMAP 7215 chartplotter. Bail Mounting the GPSMAP 6000/7000 Series Chartplotter Use the included bracket to bail mount a GPSMAP 6008, 6208, 6012, 6212, 7012, or a GPSMAP 7212 chartplotter. Tools required (not included): • Drill and drill bits • Pencil • Mounting hardware (screws or nuts, washers, and bolts) Note: The bail-mounting hardware (screws or nuts, washers, and bolts) is not included. The holes on the bail mount are 5/16 in. (7.9 mm) in diameter. Choose mounting hardware that fits the holes in the bail mount and securely attaches it to your specific mounting surface. The size of the drill bit required depends on the mounting hardware you use. To install the bail-mount bracket: Note: You cannot bail mount the GPSMAP 7015/7215 chartplotters. Because of the larger size of these devices, you must flush mount a GPSMAP 7015 or a GPSMAP 7215 chartplotter. 1. Using the bail mount as a template, mark the location of the four mounting holes. Be sure to leave at least 5 in. (12.7 cm) of clearance behind the 6000/7000 series chartplotter for the wiring. NOT E: To avoid interference, mount GPSMAP 6008/6208 chartplotters 15 in. (38.1 cm), GPSMAP 6012/6212 chartplotters 16 in. (40.6 cm), and GPSMAP 7012/7212 chartplotters 25 in. (63.5 cm) from a magnetic compass. 2. Using an appropriately-sized drill bit, drill the pilot holes for your mounting hardware. 3. Secure the bail mount to the surface with screws and washers. To install the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter on the bail-mount bracket: 1. Loosely attach the mounting knobs to the GPSMAP 6000/7000 series chartplotter. 2. Slide the chartplotter onto the bail mount, a...