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How is the GPS Cradle Mount attached to a GPS navigation mount?Updated 2 months ago

The SP Connect GPS Cradle Mount is mounted directly onto a compatible GPS navigation mount with a Garmin® AMPS hole pattern (38 × 30 mm).

To do this, the included screws are inserted through the mounting holes of the GPS Cradle Mount and the GPS navigation mount and then secured using the included self-locking nuts.


Step-by-step instructions

1. Position the GPS Cradle Mount

  • Place the GPS Cradle Mount onto the GPS navigation mount.
  • Align the four mounting holes according to the Garmin® AMPS hole pattern (38 × 30 mm).

2. Insert the screws

  • Insert the four included screws through the holes of the GPS Cradle Mount and the GPS navigation mount.

3. Secure the GPS Cradle Mount

  • Fit the included self-locking nuts onto the screws from the rear.
  • Tighten the screws evenly to a torque of 3 Nm.

4. Adjust the extension arm

  • Loosen the center screw on the extension arm.
  • Move the extension arm into the desired position to optimally position your smartphone within your field of view.
  • Then retighten the center screw to a torque of 3 Nm.

Check the fit

  • Make sure that all four screws and self-locking nuts are securely tightened.
  • Check that the extension arm is securely fixed and cannot move unintentionally.
  • Before every ride, check that the mount and your smartphone are securely attached.

Summary

The SP Connect GPS Cradle Mount is attached directly to a compatible GPS navigation mount with a Garmin® AMPS hole pattern (38 × 30 mm) using the four included screws and self-locking nuts. The mounting screws are tightened to a torque of 3 Nm. The extension arm can then be individually adjusted and secured with a torque of 3 Nm, allowing you to position your smartphone optimally within your field of view.


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