Additional cable grommets can be purchased through Garmin or a Garmin dealer. When installing the power/network cable, observe the following: • To ensure safety, use the appropriate tie-wraps, fasteners, and sealant to secure the cable along a route and through any bulkhead or deck. Avoid running the cable near moving objects, high-heat sources, or through doorways and bilges. • Avoid installing the cable next to or parallel to other cables, such as radio antenna lines, or power cables. This is essential to avoid interference to or from other equipment. If this is not possible, shield the cable with metal conduit or a form of EMI shielding. • Install the power portion of the cable as close to the battery source as possible. A minimum of 10 VDC is required at the 15 m cable connector during radar turn-on and operation. See the Wire Gauge Table below for the recommended wire gauge between radar cable and battery. Final Wiring Connections Making the final wiring connections 1. Connect the Black ground (-) wire to the vessel’s negative power terminal. 2. Connect the Red power (+) wire (with fuse holder) to the vessel’s positive power terminal. 3. For a stand-alone network (MFD and radar only), attach the RJ-45 marine network cable to the RJ-45 socket on the back of the MFD. For an expanded network (MFD, radar, GMS 10), attach the RJ-45 marine network cable to an open RJ-45 socket on the GMS 10 network power expander. Tighten the RJ-45 locking ring clockwise until it is firmly sealed. GMR 18 MARINE RADAR GPS 17 Garmin MFD Stand-alone Network Note: When using the GMR 18 with a stand-alone network, the MFD and GPS antenna (GPS 17) must be installed according to their installation instructions. This diagram only shows how a GMR 18 radar communicates with a stand-alone network and does not illustrate the full wiring needs of the MFD or GPS 17. Note: Both the GMR 18 and Garmin MFD must be connected to a power source according to their installation instructions. This diagram only illustrates the network data connections. GMR 18 Marine Radar Installation Instructions Expanded Network GPS 17 Garmin GMS 10 Marine Network Port Expander GMR 18 Marine Radar Garmin GDL 30/30A Marine Weather/Audio Satellite Receiver GA 31 to transducer GSD 22 Sounder Module Garmin MFD Garmin MFD GPS 17 Garmin GMS 10 Marine Network Port Expander GMR 18 Marine Radar Garmin GDL 30/30A Marine Weather/Audio Satellite Receiver GA 31 to transducer GSD 22 Sounder Module Garmin MFD Garmin MFD Note: When using the GMR 18 with an expanded network, each network component must be installed according to its installation instructions. This diagram only shows how a GMR 18 radar communicates with an expanded network, and does not show the full wiring needs of the other network components. Note: The GMR 18, Garmin MFD, and the other network components must be connected to a power source according to their installation instructions. This diagram only illustrates the network data connections. Using the Radar All functions of the GMR 18 radar are controlled using your Garmin MFD (multi-function display). See the Radar section of your MFD's manual for operating instructions. If your MFD's manual does not contain a Radar section, download the latest revision of the manual from . GMR 18 Marine Radar Installation Instructions SpecificationsUnit Dimensions: 18" (457 mm) D x 8.9" (226 mm) H Radar Scanner Weight: Unit 15.8 lbs (7.17 kg); cable 8.4 lbs (3.81 kg) Range Scales (Range Rings): 1/8 nm (1/32 nm) to 36 nm (9 nm) Power Output: 4 kW Power Input Source: 10.5-35 VDC 33.5 W Operating Temperature Range: 5° F (-15° C) to 140° F (60° C), and a relative humidity up to 95% at 95° F (35° C) Beamwidth: Horizontal beamwidth of 5° nominal / Vertical beamwidth of 25° nominal Range: 36 nm Wind Velocity: Wind speed up to 100 Kts Antenna RPMs: 24/30 rpm Range Ring Accuracy: 20m or ± 1.5% of range scale, whichever is greater Minimum Range: 20 meters Range Discrimination: 20 meters RF Transmit Frequency: 9410 ± 30 MHz GMR 18 Marine Radar Installation Instructions (236.4 mm) 9.31" (457 mm) 18" (233.0 mm) 9.17" (114 mm) 4.49" (141.5 mm) 5.57" (201.5 mm) 7.93" Towards Bow Towards Bow GMR 18 Marine Radar Installation Instructions Warnings Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could • When navigating, carefully compare information displayed onresult in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury. the unit to all available navigation sources, including information from visual sightings, and maps. For safety, always resolve any • The radar scanner transmits electromagnetic energy. Ensure that the discrepancies or questions before continuing navigation. scanner has been installed according to the recommendations given in this guide, and that all personnel are clear of the scanner before • Use this unit only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt to use the unit switching to transmit mode. for any purpo...