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No Wind Data
Garmin offers both "Wired and Wireless" options for gWind transducers. Each has its own method of communicating wind data to a display. Below is a guide to troubleshooting issues with wind information broken down by the specific model of wind transducer and likely troubleshooting scenarios.
Basic Inspection and Troubleshooting includes general inspections and an overview of the system, including an installation video
The drop down options have troubleshooting steps associated to specific gWind devices and scenarios
Basic Inspection and Troubleshooting (all wind sensors)
Visually inspect and verify the wind sensor is freely moving in the wind
Inspect any cable connections related to the wind sensor and instrument display to ensure that there are no loose or chaffed wires or connectors
When trying to troubleshoot the wind sensor, make sure the display is set to apparent wind angle/speed (AWA/AWS)
Power cycle the display and NMEA Network
Ensure the NMEA 2000 device Load Equivalent Numbers (LEN) do not exceed the NMEA 2000 network capability for the network
Ensure the System Software is up to date
Identify if the GND 10 NMEA 2000 and NEXUS status light color and if it is solid or flashing (See GND 10 Owners/Installation Manual for "Status LEDs" code)
Unplug the wind transducer from the GND 10 NEXUS port and plug it into the other NEXUS port, (may require GND 10 to be power cycled, as well)
Check inside the Nexus Field Installable Connector for "wire-to-terminal" assignment and security and for electrical opens / continuity / shorts to other wires in the connector / cable
Requires an Allen Wrench, .90mm hex key (the Allen wrench came with the connector, however it may also be found online or possibly a RC Hobby stores)
To see how to install a Garmin gWind transducer and Nexus Field Installable Connector, select the video below:
gWind "Wired" (Current Model)
Troubleshooting:
GND 10 Not Listed on NMEA 2000 Device List:
On the chartplotter or other compatible instruments:
Is the GND 10 listed on the NMEA 2000device list? NO
Inspect GND 10 - Ensure NMEA 2000 status light is "Flashing Green"
If the GND 10 NMEA 2000 status light is "Flashing Green"
Inspect the entire NMEA 2000 network for loose connections and cable chaffing
If GND 10 NMEA 2000 status light is NOT "Flashing Green"
See troubleshooting steps below: "GND 10 NMEA 2000 Status Light Not Flashing Green"
NOTE: If all or some of the NMEA 2000 devices are missing from the device list - Inspect NMEA 2000 network for 12vdc power, serviceable fuse, loose/broken cable connections and chaffing.
GND 10 NMEA 2000 Status Light Flashing Orange
- Check the NMEA 2000 status light on the GND 10 Black Box Bridge
NOTE: Flashing orange NMEA 2000 status light - GND 10 is updating software via NMEA 2000 network and associated devices
Check the NMEA 2000 device list for the GND 10 and current software version
If the GND 10 software is up to date/current and the NMEA 2000 status light is still flashing orange
Power cycle the NMEA 2000 network
Disconnect and reconnect the NMEA 2000 drop cable from the GND 10 and check NMEA 2000 status light
If the NMEA 2000 status light is still flashing orange
Remove all the other NMEA 2000 devices from the NMEA 2000 network, isolating the GND 10 from the rest of the NMEA 2000 network and re-run the software update
If GND 10 NMEA 2000 status light is still flashing orange after isolating the device , replace GND 10
GND 10 NMEA 2000 Status Light Not Flashing Green:
- Ensure the GND 10 NMEA 2000 status light is flashing green before proceeding
NOTE: Flashing green NMEA 2000 status light - GND 10 is receiving power from the NMEA 2000 network. Refer to the GND 10 Owners Manual for other NMEA 2000 Status LED flash codes.
- If the NMEA 2000 status light is NOT flashing green
The GND 10 is not receiving 12vdc or is not communicating on the NMEA 2000 network
Ensure the NMEA 2000 power is turned "On"
Inspect GND 10 for damage
Inspect NMEA 2000 drop cable for security on the NMEA 2000 port
Verify the NMEA 2000 network "in-line" fuse is operational (In-line fuse is located on the NMEA 2000 power cable)
Inspect NMEA 2000 network "T's" and cables for security and damage to each device and junction
Temporarily install one device at a time: GND 10, NMEA 2000 "T" or drop / network cables
After installing each device, verify GND 10 NMEA 2000 status light is flashing green and the GND 10 is listed in the NMEA 2000 device list on your chartplotter / instrument after installing each device
If possible temporarily install the GND 10 onto a known good NMEA 2000 drop cable or T in the NMEA 2000 Network
If GND 10 NMEA 2000 status light flashes green , the GND 10 is functional. Troubleshoot the NMEA 2000 Network
If the GND 10 NMEA 2000 status light is not flashing green and the GND 10 is not listed on the NMEA 2000 device list, replace GND 10
If possible, temporarily install another NMEA 2000 device on the same drop cable and T that the GND 10 was initially installed on
Does the different NMEA 2000 device show up on the NMEA 2000 device list?
NO - Troubleshoot the NMEA 2000 Network
YES - Replace the GND 10
- If the NMEA 2000 status light is NOT flashing green
gWind Transducer is Not Moving:
Is the gWind transducer present and is the gWind transducer and/or propeller moving in relation to the movement of the wind?
NO: gWind transducer has mechanical failure or is impeded from moving
Inspect for gWind transducer and mount for damage or obstruction
Secure mount and/or remove obstruction
Replace gWind transducer
YES: Ensure the wind data is present on the GNX display or chartplotter
Nexus Status Light is Not Flashing Green:
- Check the NEXUS status light on the GND 10 Black Box Bridge:
NOTE: Flashing green Nexus status light - GND 10 is receiving Nexus information via the Nexus mast cable from the gWind transducer.
The Nexus status light is NOT flashing green
GND 10 is not receiving Nexus information via the Nexus mast cable/connector or from the gWind wired transducer
Remove and re-install the connector onto the 2nd Nexus port
Check for flashing green Nexus status light
Inspect Field Installable connector for security
Check inside the Field Installable Connector for "wire-to-terminal" assignment and security and for shorts to other wires in the connector or cable
If your must re-secure the "wire-to-terminals", it will requires a.90mm hex key Allen Wrench (included with device, may be found on-line or possibly RC Hobby stores)
If additional Field Instable connectors are installed on the mast cable; inspect the connectors/wires for connectivity, security, and integrity
Inspect, Repair or Replace connector/cable
Verify no less than 10vdc at Nexus status light (ports 1 & 2) between the following Pins 1 & 3. (The NMEA 2000 connector must be connected to the GND 10 and the NMEA 2000 power must be on) (Refer to "GND 10 Nexus Port Connector Pinout")
If possible temporarily install a functional GND 10, if you do not have another GND 10 proceed to "Nexus Mast Cable Nexus connector electrical Continuity and Short circuit check"
Nexus Mast Cable Nexus connector electrical "Continuity and Short" circuit check:
Prior to performing electrical checks:
Disconnect, inspect and clean the Nexus Mast cable purple connector (purple connector is located at the end of the Nexus Mast cable near the gWind transducer)
Re-install the GND 10 Nexus connector and the purple connector and verify Nexus status light
If the Nexus status light is still not flashing green, disconnect the Nexus connector and purple connector and perform electrical "Continuity and Short" check below
NOTE: Refer to the Mast Cable "Nexus Mast Cable Purple Connector Diagram " and the "Nexus Field Installable Connector: Female" in the table below.
NOTE: If there are multiple Nexus Field Installable connectors installed ensure you refer to the correct Male or Female connector to determine pin out locations.
CONTINUITY CHECK- Verify that electrical "Continuity" exists between the two connectors/wires on the Nexus mast cable:
Disconnect the Nexus connector from Nexus port on the GND 10
Disconnect the "Purple" connector at the end of the Nexus Mast cable, near the gWind transducer
Using an Ohm Meter: Verify there is "Continuity" between the following pins on the Nexus Mast cable Field Installable connector and the "Purple" connector
Field Connector pin 1 to Purple pin 1
Field Connector pin 2 to Purple pin 2
Field Connector pin 3 to Purple pin 5
Field Connector pin 4 to Purple pin 4
If continuity does not exists between the defined pins, there is an open electrical circuit or broken wire in the Nexus Mast cable or connectors
Repair or replace Field installable connector or Nexus Mast cable
SHORT CHECK - Verify there is NOT an electrical "Short" between the two connectors/wires on the Nexus mast cable:
Disconnect the Nexus connector from Nexus port on the GND 10
Disconnect the "Purple" connector at the end of the Nexus Mast cable, near the gWind transducer
Using an Ohm Meter: Verify there is no continuity between the following pins on the Nexus Mast cable Field Installable connector and the purple connector
Field Connector Pin 1 to Purple pin 2, 3 and 4
Field Connector Pin 2 to Purple pin 3 and 4
Field Connector Pin 3 to Purple pin 4
If there is NOT a short between the pin-to-pin check, proceed to "GND 10 Nexus Status Light is Not Flashing Green and All Electrical Continuity and Short Checks are Good"
If a SHORT is present in the combination of pin-to-pin checks, the Field Installable connector or Nexus Mast cable have an electrical short between the pins / terminators and the wires / connectors in the mast cable
Repair or replace Field installable connector or Nexus Mast cable
GND 10 Nexus Status Light is Not Flashing Green and All Electrical Continuity and Short Checks are Good
Inspect gWind transducer for damage
If damaged replace gWind transducer
If no visible damage exists:
If possible, temporarily install a functional gWind transducer and confirm operation and Nexus status light
Replace gWind transducer if the Nexus status light is still not flashing green
NOTE: To see how to install a Garmin gWind transducer and Field Installable Connector. View the video at the beginning of this FAQ.
| Light Behavior and Descriptive | GND 10 Nexus Port Pinout, Nexus Field Installable Connector and Nexus Mast Cable |
| GND 10 Nexus Connector Pinout | *Check the power output on the Nexus port using a voltmeter at pins 1 and 3. *Pins 2 and 4 are digital data, any readings are of no use to a user. |
| Nexus Field Installable Connector: Female |  |
| Nexus Field Installable Connector: Male |  |
| Nexus Mast Cable Purple Connector Wire Assignment |  |
| Nexus Mast Cable Purple Connector Diagram |  |
gWind Wireless 2 (Current Model)
The gWind Wireless 2 connects wirelessly to a compatible chartplotter or GNX Wind display.
NOTE: The gWind Wireless 2 transducer can be identified by the BLUE colored support shaft of the wind transducer.
The gWind Wireless 2 wind sensor can connect up to 50ft away from the device it is paired to, as long as there is a clear line-of-sight between the devices
If the line-of- sight is obstructed, the signal strength may be diminished or significantly reduced. Positioning & structures, including but not limited to: Device mounting location in interior salons/cabins, Biminis, Fiberglass, Metal, Wood, Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, Sails, Masts, Booms, Rigging, and Instrument pods can have adverse affect to signal strength
When the RSSI signal strength is low (25 and less), the wireless signal can also be disrupted by VHF / HF, Cell phone / tower signals, Wi-Fi and Electro Magnetic Interference
When the gWind Wireless 2 transducer is paired to a single chartplotter or GNX Wind, the wind information will flow via the NMEA 2000 network to other networked devices
NOTE: If a vessel is equipped with more than one GNX Wind instrument or a combination of GNX Wind and compatible chartplotters, DO NOT wirelessly pair multiple devices to the same gWind Wireless 2 transducer at the same time. If that is done, the wind information may be erratic or lost.
TROUBLESHOOTING: No Wind Data - See below for your applicable device: GNX Wind or chartplotter
No Wind Data on a GNX Wind
GNX Wind
Ensure the GNX Wind instrument is powered on via NMEA 2000 network
Ensure the max distance is not more than 50 feet and has an unobstructed line-of-sight between the gWind Wireless 2 transducer and the GNX Wind instrument
Verify the GNX Wind wireless connection is on
Is there a wireless antenna symbol present inside the wind rose on the GNX Wind?
NO: The wireless symbol is not present inside the wind rose on the GNX Wind
Turn the GNX Wind wireless feature to on
Proceed to menu item 4.0 Wind and turn the wireless function to on
Wireless symbol will appear on the wind rose
YES: The wireless symbol is present
The GNX Wind instrument is communicating with the gWind transducer
Does the wireless symbol have a line through it?
NO: The gWind wireless transducer is paired and communicating with the GNX Wind
Is the GNX Wind displaying accurate and continuous wind data from the gWind Wireless 2transducer?
NO: Check the wireless RSSI signal strength
YES: The gWind Wireless 2 transducer is not communicating with the GNX Wind
Ensure the wireless connection feature is turned to on; Menu item 4.0 Wind
Check the wireless RSSI signal strength
- Check the RSSI Signal Strength
NOTE: The RSSI measures the wireless signal strength from the gWind Wireless 2 transducer to the GNX Wind
NOTE: The RSSI signal strength can NOT be checked between the gWind Wireless 2 transducer and a chartplotter
Ensure the wireless connection feature is turned to on; Menu item 4.0 Wind
Proceed to Menu item 4.3 RSSI
The RSSI signal strength ranges between (1-100). The higher the number the better the signal strength
Optimal number is 70
Average number is 40
Anything lower than 25, is considered insufficient signal strength
If RSSI is below 25 and wind data is not present or not accurate
User should then look for and remove items that can disrupt the wireless signal
Power cycle the GNX Wind
Re-pair the gWind Wireless 2 and check RSSI levels
Power cycle the NEMA 2000 system
Re-pair the gWind Wireless 2 and check RSSI levels
Remove the gWind Wireless 2 transducer from the mount and bring it to within 10ft of GNX Wind instrument
Re-pair the gWind Wireless 2
Continue to monitor wind information and RSSI signal strength while slowly move the gWind Wireless 2 transducer away from the GNX wind instrument (Do not exceed 50 feet of separation and maintain a clear line of sight between the devices
NOTE: The wireless signal can also be disrupted by VHF / HF, cell phone / tower signals, Wi Fi and Electro Magnetic Interference.
If the RSSI is above 25 and the wind data is not present
User should look for items that can disrupt the wireless signal
Re-Pair the gWind Wireless 2 using the steps in the following FAQ:
Place the gWind Wireless 2 transducer closer to the GNX Wind and re-pair the wireless connection
Ensure the gWind Wireless 2 transducer solar panel is not damaged or obscured
Place transducer in direct sunlight for at least 5 hours and try to re-pair the transducer to the GNX Wind
If these troubleshooting steps fail, the battery on the gWind Wireless 2 may need to be inspected or replaced
Remove and inspect battery for damage
Replacement batteries are available from Garmin
- No Wind Data on a Compatible Chartplotter
Chartplotter
Ensure the chartplotter is powered on
Check the distance and line-of-sight for obstructions between the chartplotter and gWind Wireless 2 transducer
Verify the chartplotter is paired to the gWind Wireless 2 transducer
NOTE: Refer to the compatible GPSMAP or ECHOMAP owners manual for wireless pairing instructions
Wirelessly pairing a chartplotter to a gWind Wireless 2 transducer
GPSMAP - Home > Settings > Communication > Wireless Devices > gWind Wireless > follow prompts
ECHOMAP - Home > Settings > Communication > Wireless Devices > gWind Wireless > follow prompts
Is the chartplotter displaying wind data from the gWind Wireless 2 transducer?
YES: No further action required
NO: Wind data is not displayed and the chartplotter and the gWind Wireless 2 are paired
Power cycle the chartplotter
Re-pair the chartplotter with the gWind Wireless 2 transducer
Inspect the gWind Wireless 2 transducer for damage
Inspect the gWind Wireless 2 solar panel for damage / obstructions / dirt / debris
Place the gWind Wireless 2 transducer closer to the chartplotter and re-pair the wireless connection
Place transducer in direct sunlight for at least 5 hours and try to re-pair the transducer to the GNX Wind
If these troubleshooting steps fail, the battery on the gWind Wireless 2 may need to be inspected or replaced
Remove and inspect battery for damage
Replacement batteries are available from Garmin
gWind Wireless (Discontinued)
TROUBLESHOOTING: No Wind Data
The original gWind Wireless connects to WSI Receiver Box and sends the information to the GND 10 to convert it into NMEA 2000 format to be distributed on the NMEA 2000 network
gWind wireless (Legacy) will wirelessly pair to the WSI box. Refer to the gWind Wireless and WSI box Owners Manuals for installation placement & considerations
NOTE: The original gWind Wireless transducer (Legacy) has a black support tube vs. support tube is blue on the current model gWind Wireless 2 transducer
NOTE: The current model gWind Wireless 2 will not work with the WSI box
Ensure the GND 10 is listed on the NMEA 2000 device list on the GNX display or chartplotter
If the GND 10 is not listed on the NMEA 2000 Device List, troubleshoot the NMEA 2000 Network and or the GNX or chartplotter
Check the Status Lights on the GND 10 Black Box Bridge
Ensure the GND 10 NMEA 2000 status light is flashing green
GND 10 is receiving power from the NMEA 2000 network. Refer to the GND 10 Owners Manual for other NMEA 2000 Status LED flash codes
Check the NEXUS status light on the GND 10 Black Box Bridge:
Flashing green Nexus status light - GND 10 is receiving Nexus information via the Nexus cable from the WSI box
The Nexus status light is NOT flashing Green
GND 10 is not receiving Nexus information via the Nexus cable / connector or from the WSI box
Remove and re-install the connector onto the 2nd Nexus port
Check for flashing green Nexus status light
Perform the "Pairing the Wind Transducer with WSI" steps in the gWind Wireless owners manual
Check the power output on the Nexus port using a voltmeter between pins 1 and 3.
If the power is below 10vdc
Install supplemental power to the WSI box. This is outlined in the FAQ: Intermittent signal with a gWind Wireless Transducer
If power is above 10vdc, but the Nexus light is NOT on.
Inspect the Nexus cable to the WSI box for damage and ensure it is connected to the correct WSI terminals
Check the Nexus to WSI cable for electrical continuity and short
CABLE CONTINUITY - Ensure electrical continuity exists between pin-to-pin
WSI terminal 13 Green to Nexus connector pin 1
WSI terminal 14 Yellow to Nexus Connector pin 2
WSI terminal 15 White to Nexus connector pin 4
WSI terminal 16 Screen to Nexus Connector pin 3 (Bare)
If electrical continuity fails repair or replace cable
CABLE SHORT - Ensure there is no electrical short between the pin-to-pin
WSI terminal 13 Green to Nexus connector pin 2, pin 3, and pin 4
WSI terminal 14 Yellow to Nexus Connector pin 3 and pin 4
WSI terminal 15 White to Nexus connector pin 3
If a electrical short exists repair or replace cable
If the electrical continuity and short checks ops check good, but Nexus status light is not flashing green
Ensure the gWind Wireless solar panel is not obstructed or damaged
Ensure the gWind battery is charged
Position gWind Wireless transducer in direct sunlight for at least 5 hours to fully charge
Move the gWind Wireless transducer closer to the WSI receiver to improve signal quality
Install a replacement battery in the gWind Wireless
Re-pair the wireless connection between gWind Wireless transducer to the WSI
Refer to gWind Wireless and WSI Owners Manual for pairing instructions
See Related Content: "gWind Wireless Transducer LED Blink Codes"
| Light Behavior | Action |
| NMEA 2000 - Blinking Green Nexus Light - No Light |  |
| NMEA 2000 - No Light Nexus Light - No Light | The GND 10 is not receiving power from the NMEA 2000 network. Follow NMEA 2000 Troubleshooting: NMEA 2000 Troubleshooting |
| NMEA 2000 - Blinking Green Nexus Light - Blinking Green | Normal Operation. If no wind data is present on the network, please follow NMEA 2000 troubleshooting: NMEA 2000 Troubleshooting |
GWS 10 (Discontinued)
The GWS 10 wind sensor is directly powered through and communicates through the NMEA 2000 network. If the network testing in the article below does not reveal any network issues, then the wind transducer will likely need to be replaced.