Garmin GHP 10 User Manual

GHP
™
10 Marine Autopilot System Installation Instructions
To obtain the best possible performance and to avoid damage to your boat, install the Garmin
®
GHP 10 marine autopilot system
according to the following instructions. Professional installation of the autopilot system is highly recommended. Specic training in
hydraulic pipe-tting and in marine electrical connections is required to properly install the autopilot system.
Read all installation instructions before proceeding with the installation. If you experience difculty during the installation,
contact Garmin Product Support.
NOTE: If your boat uses a Mercury
®
Verado
®
engine, you must also purchase a Mercury Verado Adapter Kit (Garmin part number
010-11202-00). Contact your local Garmin dealer or Garmin Product Support for ordering information.
Product Registration
Help us better support you by completing our online registration today. Go to http://my.garmin.com. Keep the original sales receipt, or
a photocopy, in a safe place.
For future reference, write the serial number assigned to each component of your GHP 10 system in the spaces provided on page 2.
The serial numbers are located on a sticker on each component.
Contact Garmin
Contact Garmin Product Support if you have any questions while installing your GHP 10. In the USA, go to www.garmin.com/
support, 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 www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for in-country support information, or contact Garmin
(Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0) 870.8501241.
 WARNINGS
You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of your vessel. The GHP 10 is a tool that will enhance your capability to
operate your boat. It does not relieve you from the responsibility of safely operating your boat. Avoid navigational hazards and never
leave the helm unattended.
Always be prepared to promptly regain manual control of your boat.
Learn to operate the GHP 10 on calm and hazard-free open water.
Use caution when operating the GHP 10 at high speeds near hazards in the water, such as docks, pilings, and other boats.
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.
 CAUTION
Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
Notice
When drilling or cutting, always check the opposite side of the surface. Be aware of fuel tanks, electrical cables, and hydraulic hoses.
February 2010 190-01166-02 Rev. B Printed in Taiwan

Garmin GHP 10 Specifications

General

Navigation protocols	NMEA 2000
Traffic Message Channel (TMC)	-
Operating temperature (T-T)	-15 - 70 °C
Form factor	Handheld/Fixed
Product color	Gray
Built-in camera	No
Display diagonal	- \
Display size (HxV) (imperial)	320 x 240 \
Auto	Yes

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	48 mm
Width	109 mm
Height	112 mm
Weight	- g

Summary

GHP 10 System Overview and Preparation

Package Contents and Tools

Lists system components, tools, and supplies needed for installation.

Installation Preparation Guidelines

Covers initial preparation, component placement, and connection considerations.

Hydraulic System Integration

Pump Hydraulic Connection Layouts

Details hydraulic connection diagrams for different pump models (2.0L/1.2L, Compact 2.1L, Legacy 2.1L).

Hydraulic Installation Procedures

Covers the steps for installing pumps and connecting them to the boat's hydraulic steering system.

Electrical Wiring and Component Setup

Wiring Diagrams and Layouts

Illustrates system wiring and component placement for single and dual-helm boats.

Component Wiring and Connections

Details specific wiring steps for ECU, CCU, Shadow Drive, GHC 10, and NMEA network.

Final Power & Hydraulic Bleeding

Covers final battery connections and purging air from the hydraulic system.

GHP 10 Configuration and Tuning

Dockside and Sea Trial Wizards

Guides users through initial setup, boat calibration, and autopilot tuning.

Autopilot Performance Tuning

Explains how to adjust autopilot performance settings like rudder gains and acceleration limits.

Advanced Configuration Settings

Details accessing and modifying advanced system parameters for optimal performance.

System Specifications and Support

Component Specifications

Lists detailed physical and power specifications for all system components.

Technical Reference Data

Includes NMEA 2000/0183 information and PGNs for data communication.

Installation Checklist and Templates

Provides mounting templates and a checklist for installation verification.