Eagle Electronics 642c iGPS manual Portable Installation

Models: 642c iGPS

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Some customers, however, prefer to mount the bracket to the side of the cable hole — it's a matter of personal preference.

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Front view (left) and side view (right) showing dimensions of the

IntelliMap 642c when mounted on gimbal bracket.

After drilling the hole, pass the power cable's bare-wire end down though the hole from the top.

If you wish, you can fill in the hole around the cable with a good marine caulking compound. (Some marine dealers stock cable hole covers to con- ceal the opening.) No matter what type of installation you prefer, be sure to leave enough slack in the cable to allow tilting or swiveling the Intel- liMap 642c. If you choose to fill in the hole, be sure to position the cable against the rear edge of the hole as you apply the fill material.

Before positioning the bracket, be sure to hold the cable against the rear edge of the hole. Then, slide the bracket over the hole and butt the rear of the bracket base firmly against the cable, thus pinning it in place against the side of the hole. Finally, fasten the bracket to the dash. Attach the unit to the gimbal bracket using the supplied gimbal knobs and washers.

Portable Installation

Like many Eagle products, the IntelliMap 642c is capable of portable operation by using an optional portable power pack (PPP). The power

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Eagle Electronics 642c iGPS manual Portable Installation