BlueNet™ 30 Gateway

The Garmin BlueNet™ 30 Gateway is designed to connect existing devices on the Garmin Marine Network to chartplotters or next-generation Garmin BlueNet networks. It ensures full communication and system integration, allowing you to modernize an installation without replacing all equipment.

No, the Garmin BlueNet™ 30 Gateway is specifically designed to be used only when connecting existing Garmin marine devices to a Garmin BlueNet chartplotter or network. It is not required if you do not have a Garmin BlueNet chartplotter.

You must install only one Garmin BlueNet™ 30 gateway in a mixed network. Attempting to install more than one gateway on the same network will result in poor performance or loss of communication between devices.

You must connect the Garmin BlueNet™ 30 Gateway to a 12–24 V DC power source via the vessel’s contact or another physical switch. The device continues to draw power when the system is off and will drain the battery if connected directly without a switch.

During installation, ensure the device is mounted in a location that will not be submerged, has adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup, and is at least 2.54 cm (1 inch) away from cables and other potential sources of interference. The location must also allow sufficient space for routing and connecting all cables.

Garmin BlueNet™ network cables have smaller connectors to simplify cable routing and installation. Although they may look similar, Garmin BlueNet™ network cables are not the same as NMEA 2000® cables and cannot be used interchangeably.

If you experience interference, you can use the grounding screw on the housing to connect the device to the boat's hydraulic ground to help avoid this interference. This device should not require additional chassis grounding in most installation situations.

To connect existing Garmin marine network devices to the Gateway, follow these steps:

Existing Garmin marine network devices must connect via one of the Gateway’s two Garmin Marine Network cable ports. If you have more than two existing devices, they must first connect to each other or to a GMS™ 10 switch. Only one existing device or GMS™ 10 switch must then connect to the Gateway. If you have only two existing devices, you can connect them directly to the Gateway.

To connect Garmin BlueNet™ devices to the Gateway, follow these steps:

All Garmin BlueNet™ devices must connect via the Gateway’s Garmin BlueNet™ cable port. All Garmin BlueNet™ devices must connect to each other or to a Garmin BlueNet™ 20 switch. Only one Garmin BlueNet™ device or Garmin BlueNet™ 20 switch can connect to the Gateway.

Yes, mounting hardware is included with the device. However, it may not be suitable for all mounting surfaces, and you may need to provide your own hardware if necessary.

Yes, the standard limited warranty from Garmin applies to this accessory.

No, an OnDeck™ GTB 10 hub must not be connected via the Garmin BlueNet™ 30 Gateway. It must be connected directly to a Garmin BlueNet™ chartplotter or to a Garmin BlueNet™ 20 switch using a Garmin BlueNet™ to RJ45 network adapter cable (part number 010-12531-01). Connecting it via the Gateway will cause network performance issues.

For optimal performance, if you have multiple compatible Fusion® stereo systems connected via Fusion PartyBus™ networking technology, you must connect one of the stereo systems or a dedicated Fusion PartyBus™ switch to a Garmin BlueNet™ chartplotter or a Garmin BlueNet™ 20 switch. It is recommended to use the appropriate Garmin BlueNet™ to RJ45 network adapter cable (part number 010-12531-02) for this connection.

All IP cameras must connect to a Garmin BlueNet™ chartplotter or a Garmin BlueNet™ 20 switch for optimal performance. If an IP camera is already installed and connected to an existing Garmin marine network chartplotter on your boat, it is not necessary to disconnect and rewire it to connect to a Garmin BlueNet™ chartplotter unless all existing Garmin marine network chartplotters are removed.

The Gateway power button is provided for troubleshooting purposes. The device powers on automatically when it receives power. To turn it on and off daily, you must connect it to a power source via the vessel's contact or another manual switch.

Yes, if needed, you can install this device on an optional mounting bracket designed to accommodate a Garmin BlueNet™ 30 Gateway and a Garmin BlueNet™ 20 switch. This bracket is sold separately.

If mounting the device on fiberglass, when drilling pilot holes, use a countersink drill bit to drill a relief counterbore only through the top gelcoat layer. This will help prevent cracking of the gelcoat layer when the screws are tightened.

Yes, the Gateway power cable includes an inline fuse holder. It is critical not to remove it when connecting the power cable. An appropriate fuse must be installed, as specified in the product documentation, to prevent risk of injury or product damage from fire or overheating.

The Garmin BlueNet™ 30 Gateway is designed to establish wired network connections between existing Garmin marine network devices and next-generation Garmin BlueNet devices. The provided documentation does not mention any direct wireless connection capabilities for the Gateway itself.

The Garmin BlueNet™ 30 Gateway has dedicated ports for each type of network. For existing Garmin marine network devices (Legacy Garmin Marine Network), it uses Garmin marine network cable ports compatible with larger connectors, similar to standard RJ45 network connectors. For Garmin BlueNet™ devices, it uses a Garmin BlueNet™ cable port with smaller connectors designed to simplify cable routing and installation.