Garmin GPSMAP 4008 - Marine GPS Receiver Installation Instructions Manual

GPSMAP

®

 4000/5000 Series Installation Instructions

The GPSMAP 4000/5000 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. Always wear safety goggles, 

ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding. When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the 

surface. Mount the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter in a location that provides a clear, glare-free view of the display and easy operation 

of the controls or touch screen. If you experience difficulty installing the chartplotter, seek the assistance of a professional installer; 

or contact Garmin Product Support by phone at 913/397.8200 or 800/800.1020. Go to 

www.garmin.com/support

. In Europe, contact 

Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at 44/0870.8501241.

Before installing your GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter, confirm that the package contains the items listed on the box. If any parts are 

missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately.

WARNING: See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important 

information.

To install the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter, you must:

1. MounttheGPSMAP4000/5000serieschartplotter(

page1

).

2. MounttheGPSantenna(

page5

).

3. ConnecttheGPSMAP4000/5000seriesdevicetopowerandtotheGPSantenna(

pages9–10

).

4. Ensurethechartplottersoftwareisup-to-date(

page20

).

Although they are not necessary to use the GPSMAP 4000/5000 chartplotter, this manual covers other installation options:

• ConnectingthechartplottertootherGarminMarineNetworkcompatibledevices,suchasasounderoraradar(

page12

).

• ConnectingthechartplottertoanexistingNMEA2000network(

page10

).

• ConnectingthechartplottertootherNMEA0183-compatibledevicessuchasaVHFradiowithDSC(

page15

).

• Connectingthechartplottertoanexternalalarm(

page18

).

• Connectingthechartplottertoavideoinputsource(

page19

).

• Connectingthechartplottertoanexternalvideomonitor(

page19

).

Mounting the GPSMAP 4000/5000 Series Chartplotter

You can mount the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotters one of two ways. 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.

  NotE: You cannot bail mount the GPSMAP 5015/5215 chartplotters. Because of the larger size, you must flush mount a GPSMAP 5015/5215 

chartplotter.

Bail Mounting the GPSMAP 4000/5000 Series Chartplotter

Use the included bracket to bail mount the GPSMAP 4000/5000 series chartplotter.

Tools required (not included):

• Drillanddrillbit

• Screwdriver

• Pencil

• Mountinghardware(screwsornuts,washers,andbolts)

 NotE: The mounting hardware (screws or nuts, washers, and bolts) are 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 chosen.

January 2008 

190-00779-02 Rev. D 

Printed in Taiwan