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AIS 300 Installation Instructions
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Use these instructions to install the Garmin AIS 300 Automatic Identification System (AIS) Class B receiver device. Compare the contents
of this package with the packing list on the box. If any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately.
Use the following instructions to install the AIS 300 device. Details for the following steps are included in this document:
1. Select locations for the AIS components.
2. Mount the AIS300 receiver bo
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AIS 300 Wiring Layout: AIS 300 Connected to a Garmin Chartplotter through NMEA 2000 AIS300 receiver box RFcable to VHF antenna (not included) NMEA000 drop cable (included) RF interconnect cable (included) VHFradio * (optional- not included) Chartplotter power Chartplotter (optional - not included) 1or 4 Vdc * The AIS 300 does not needto be installedalongside a VHFradio, but they can share the same VHF ante
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AIS 300 Wiring Layout: AIS 300 Connected to a Garmin Chartplotter through NMEA 0183 AIS 300receiver box VHFradio * (optional- not included) RF interconnect cable (included) Wire color [function] Wire color[function] ** Gray[Tx A (+)] White [Rx A(+)] > > Orange/White[Rx B (-)] Pink[Tx B (-)] > > Yellow Orange [power toggle] [AccessoryOn] Chartplotter power GarminNMEA 0183- compatiblechartplotter (optional- not included) 1or
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Connecting the Receiver Box to Power Use the AIS 300 power/data cable to connect the receiver box to a 12 or 24 Vdc battery. Notes: • Connect the red wire to the positive battery terminal, and connect the black wire to the negative battery terminal. • The replacement fuse on the power/data wiring harness is a 5 A, fast-acting fuse. • If it is necessary to extend the power wires, use 16 AWG or larger wire. • If your boat has an electrical system, you can possibly connect the AIS 300 directly to a
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Connecting the AIS 300 to a NMEA 0183 Device (optional) You can connect the AIS 300 to a NMEA 0183-compliant chartplotter using the bare wires on the AIS 300 power/data cable. Connect NMEA 0183 bare wires to a Garmin chartplotter as indicated in the wiring layout diagram on page 3. Consult the diagram below to connect the AIS 300 to a non-Garmin chartplotter. Use 22 AWG wire for extended runs of NMEA 0183 wire, if needed. If it is necessary to extend the power wires, use 16 AWG or larger wire
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Appendix 17 17 //3 3 in. in. Specifications (140. (140. mm) mm) 5 17 25 Dimensions: W × H × D: 8 /32 × 5 /32 × 1 /32 in. (207 × 140.6 × 45.7 mm) Weight: 1 lb. 7.6 oz. (670 g) t emperature Range: from -4ºF to 158ºF (from -20ºC to 70ºC) 3 Compass-safe Distance: 15 /4 in. (40 cm) Waterproof Rating: IEC 60529 IPX7 (Immersion in 1 meter of standing water for 30 minutes) Power Source: 9.6–31.2 Vdc (12 Vdc or 24 Vdc boat battery) Usage: 2.5 W max Fuse: 5 A fast-acting NMeA 2
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Industry Canada Compliance This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-182 and ICES-003. FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
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To obtain warranty service, contact your local Garmin authorized dealer or call Garmin Product Support for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. Securely pack the device and a copy of the original sales receipt, which is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs. Write the tracking number clearly on the outside of the package. Send the device, freight charges prepaid, to any Garmin warranty service station. online Auction Purchases: Products purchased through online
