Mercury – NMEA 2000 / SmartCraft GPS Kit with Mounts | 8M6012227

Overview

Adding reliable position data to your SmartCraft or NMEA 2000 network can make a big difference in how your helm feels and performs. The Mercury 8M6012227 N2K GPS Kit gives you a clean way to bring accurate GPS information into your system, whether you’re tracking speed over ground, heading, or other position-based functions. It mounts neatly, ties into your network without fuss, and gives your gauges and displays the data they need to behave the way they were designed to.

Key Features

• Networked GPS Source – Supplies accurate GPS data to SmartCraft and NMEA 2000 systems.
• Mounting Hardware Included – Comes with the brackets and hardware needed for a clean installation.
• Cable-Ready Design – Requires the appropriate N2K or 10-pin to 5-pin cable, purchased separately.
• SmartCraft Integration – Works as a primary GPS input for compatible SmartCraft displays.
• NMEA 2000 Compatible – Feeds standard N2K position data to multifunction displays and instruments.
• Stable Satellite Lock – Provides steady signal tracking for speed, heading, and positional accuracy.

Compatibility

• SmartCraft networks
• NMEA 2000 networks
• Systems requiring an external GPS antenna or GPS data source
• Displays using N2K or SmartCraft position inputs

Performance & Practical Benefits

This GPS kit upgrades your helm with cleaner, more consistent position data. Speed readings become steadier, chartplotters respond more accurately, and any system relying on GPS information—SmartTow profiles, fuel flow displays, course tracking—benefits from a more reliable signal. The included mounts make placement easy, and the open cable choice gives flexibility for different rigging layouts. Once installed, the GPS holds a steady lock and typically needs no further adjustment.

Why Buy OEM

Mercury’s GPS hardware is designed around SmartCraft communication expectations and NMEA 2000 standards, which keeps the data accurate and avoids dropouts. Aftermarket antennas often create inconsistencies or partial data flow, especially when tied into mixed networks. The OEM kit installs cleanly, communicates reliably, and stays consistent through vibration, heat, and long days on the water.

FAQ

Q1: What cable do I need to complete the installation?
You’ll need either a standard NMEA 2000 cable or a 10-pin to 5-pin conversion cable, depending on your network layout.

Q2: Can this serve as the primary GPS source for a SmartCraft display?
Yes. It delivers the GPS signal required for SmartCraft functions that depend on position data.

Q3: Does this unit require calibration?
No calibration is needed. Once connected, the system recognizes the GPS automatically.

Q4: Can it be mounted indoors or under a console?
It can, but GPS performance is best when the antenna has a clear view of the sky.

Q5: Is this suitable for saltwater environments?
Yes. The housing and mounts are built for long-term use in saltwater or freshwater conditions.