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--- venus-os:mfd-garmin [2019-02-01 15:02] – created mvader
+++ venus-os:mfd-garmin [2019-03-19 00:11] – [1. Introduction] mvader
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-====== MFD Garmin =======
+====== Garmin MFD integration =======
-Wiring: no special cable is required, the Garmin is a normal Ethernet socket. use a standard RJ-45 LAN cable. For proper wiring, including pull relief; an adapter is necessary (TBD).
+===== 1. Introduction =====
+The integration technology used is called Garmin OneHelm.
+https://www.garmin.com/en-US/onehelm
-Networking  (DHCP server op de Garmin)
+===== 2. Compatibility =====
+OneHelm is currently available for the GPSMAP® 8400/8600 MFD series.
-Usage
+===== 3. Wiring =====
+The Garmin needs to be connected to the Venus-device using Ethernet. Its not possible to connect over WiFi. For the ethernet connection, a Garmin adapter is required:
-Screenshots
+  - Marine Network Cables - 6ft - PART NUMBER 010-10550-00
+  - Marine Network Cables - 20ft - PART NUMBER 010-10551-00
+  - Marine Network Cables - 40ft - PART NUMBER 010-10552-00
+  - Marine Network Cables - 500ft - PART NUMBER 010-10647-01
+===== 4. Configuration =====
+=== Venus-device settings ===
+   - Go to Settings -> Services, and there enable MQTT.
+   - Go to Settings -> System Setup -> Scroll to the bottom -> Battery measurements. And there set up what batteries you want to see on the MFD; and by what name.
+=== Networking ===
+No settings are necessary. The Garmin MFDs run a DHCP server; and the Venus-devices are by default configured to use DHCP. After plugging in the cable, the Victron icon will show up after 10 to 30 seconds.
+How to connect to both a Garmin and Internet? That is unclear as of now.
+===== 5. Usage =====
+TBD add screenshots and so forth.