Maretron GPS100 - Manual (Page 5)

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1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Maretron GPS100 GPS/WAAS Antenna/Receiver.
Maretron has designed and built your GPS100 to the highest standards for years of reliable,
dependable, and accurate service.
The Maretron GPS100 is designed to operate within the harsh demands of the marine
environment. However, no piece of marine electronic equipment can function properly unless
installed and maintained in the correct manner. Please read carefully and follow these
instructions for installation and usage of the Maretron GPS100 in order to ensure optimal
performance.
1.1 Firmware Revision
This manual corresponds to GPS100 firmware revision 1.5.
1.2 GPS100 Features
The Maretron GPS100 has the following features.
• NMEA 2000 ® Interface
• 12 Channel GPS Antenna/Receiver
• Satellite Based Augmentation System (SBAS) capable (WAAS, EGNOS and MSAS)
• Accurate Location, COG and SOG Data to Any NMEA 2000 ® Device Including Chart
Plotters, Autopilots, and Instrumentation Displays
• Magnetic Variation Output Based on World Magnetic Model (WMM2005)
• Waterproof Enclosure and Cable System
2 Installation
2.1 Unpacking the Box
When unpacking the box containing the Maretron GPS100, you should find the following items:
1 - GPS100 GPS/WAAS Antenna/Receiver
1 - Pole Mount Base
3 - Mounting Screws and Lock Washers
1 - GPS100 User’s Manual
1 - Warranty Registration Card
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact Maretron.
2.2 Choosing a Mounting Location
The selection of a suitable mounting location is important for the optimal performance of the
Maretron GPS100. The mounting location and orientation of the GPS100 should be:
1. Level with the earth’s horizontal plane – This gives the GPS100 antenna the optimal view
of satellites from all directions.