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Old 02-18-2021, 01:28 PM
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So I知 installing a fusion head unit. I would like to connect it to my Garmin screen. My Garmin has nothing else running to it so do I need to build the backbone or can I plug it directly into the screen? Thanks
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You need to build a backbone with power, and termination resistors
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Unlimited's comment is correct. Powered backbone then drop cables from each device to backbone.
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What they said and just like this, connect your device to the drop and your ready to go. I powered my backbone from my GPS power switch.



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Thanks for the info. I’m curious how everybody supplies the power.
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Thanks for the info. I知 curious how everybody supplies the power.
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When I did mine a few years ago, I purchased a backbone kit that had the termination resistors and power supply included. Make it simple and buy a complete kit, you ll be glad you did.
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This will be everything you need. All connectors, cables, power and terminator resistors needed for your particular install all in one package

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Thanks for the info. I知 curious how everybody supplies the power.
it really depends on the system.
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I’m assuming it needs to be key on power and not just ran to the battery?
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