GARMIN GHS 11 Wired VHF Handset Instruction Manual

GHS 11 Wired VHF Handset
Instruction ManualGHSTM 11
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Contents hide

1 Important Safety Information

2 Mounting Considerations

3 Installing the Extension Cable in the Mounting Surface

4 Installing the Handset Cradle

5 Specifications

6 Documents / Resources

6.1 References

Important Safety Information

WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.
CAUTION
To avoid possible personal injury, 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 the vessel.
Tools Needed

Pencil

Drill
22 mm (7/8 in.) drill bit or hole saw

3 mm (1/8 in.) drill bit
4.76 mm (3/16 in.) wrench

Phillips screwdriver
Marine sealant (optional)

Mounting Considerations

NOTICE
This device should be mounted in a location that is not exposed to extreme temperatures or conditions. The temperature range for this device is listed in the product specifications (Specifications, page 4). Extended exposure to temperatures exceeding the specified temperature range, in storage or operating conditions, may cause device failure. Extreme-temperature-induced damage and related consequences are not covered by the warranty.

To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, do not install the handset closer than 70 cm (27.5 in.) to a compass.

You can use the included 10 m (32 ft.) extension cable to connect the handset to the VHF radio. You must
select a mounting location for the handset where you can connect the extension cable to the handset and to the VHF radio. If needed, up to two additional 10 m (32 ft.) extension cables can be connected in series with the first extension cable. The maximum allowable total extension cable length between any handset and the VHF radio is 30 m (96 ft.). Extension cables are available from your Garmin® dealer or website.
You can use the included screws to mount the handset connector and the handset cradle mount on your boat. If the included screws are not appropriate for the mounting surface, you must purchase suitable hardware.

Installing the Extension Cable in the Mounting Surface

Before drilling a hole to mount the extension cable, you must make sure that the extension cable is long enough to connect to the microphone relocation port or a STATION port on the VHF radio from the selected mounting location (Mounting Considerations, page 2).

Using the mounting plate 1 as a template, trace the cable hole in the center of the mounting plate and mark the screw locations.

Set the mounting plate aside. Do not drill through the mounting plate.
Using a 22 mm (7/8 in.) drill bit or hole saw, drill the center cable hole 2 in the mounting surface.

Using a 3 mm (1/8 in.) drill bit, drill the pilot holes.
Apply marine sealant between the mounting plate and the mounting surface to help seal the holes (optional).

Using the included screws, attach the mounting plate to the mounting surface.
Connect one end of the extension cable to the microphone relocation port or a STATION port on the VHF radio, and route the other end of the extension cable to the mounting location.

Feed the extension cable connector 3 through the back of the mounting surface.
Apply marine sealant around the extension cable connector in the mounting plate to help seal the hole (optional).

Secure the extension cable connector to the mounting plate using the weather cap 4 and the nut 5 .
Connect the handset to the extension cable.

Installing the Handset Cradle

You should install the handset connector in the mounting surface before installing the handset cradle (Installing the Extension Cable in the Mounting Surface, page 3).

Select a mounting location for the handset cradle near the handset connector.
TIP: To help determine the best location, you can place the handset in the cradle, connect the handset to the connector, and hold it against the mounting surface.

Using the cradle as a template, mark the screw locations.
Set the cradle aside. Do not drill through the cradle.

Using a 3 mm (1/8 in.) drill bit, drill the pilot holes.
Using the included M3.5 screws, secure the cradle to the mounting surface.

Specifications

Dimensions (H×W×D)	15.4 × 6.9 × 4.0 cm (6.1 × 2.7 × 1.6 in.)
Weight (including cable)	0.698 kg (1.54 lb.)
Operating temperature range	From -15° to 55°C (from 5° to 131°F)
Storage temperature range	From -20° to 70°C (from -4° to 158°F)
Compass-safe distance	70 cm (27.5 in.)
Water rating	IEC 60529 IPX7 1
Audio output power	1W (with 4 ohms at 10% distortion)

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The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating.

Documents / Resources

GARMIN GHS 11 Wired VHF Handset [pdf] Instruction Manual
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