Garmin GPS 12H User manual

GPS 12H
Owner’s Manual
September 2015 Printed in Taiwan 190-01956-00_0A

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Table of Contents
Getting Started............................................................... 1
Device Overview......................................................................... 1
Keys............................................................................................ 1
Battery Information..................................................................... 1
Installing AA Batteries............................................................ 1
Turning On the Device................................................................ 1
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks.................................... 1
Waypoints................................................................................... 1
Creating a Waypoint.............................................................. 1
Navigating to a Waypoint....................................................... 1
Editing a Waypoint................................................................. 1
Sorting and Finding Waypoints in a List................................ 1
Deleting a Waypoint............................................................... 1
Routes........................................................................................ 2
Creating a Route.................................................................... 2
Editing the Name of a Route.................................................. 2
Editing a Route...................................................................... 2
Viewing a Route on the Map.................................................. 2
Deleting a Route.................................................................... 2
Reversing a Route................................................................. 2
Tracks......................................................................................... 2
Tracks Settings...................................................................... 2
Viewing the Current Track..................................................... 2
Saving the Current Track....................................................... 2
Clearing the Current Track.....................................................2
Deleting a Track..................................................................... 2
Using the Main Pages.................................................... 2
Navigating with the Map............................................................. 2
Changing the Map Orientation............................................... 2
Measuring Distance on the Map............................................ 2
Map Settings.......................................................................... 2
Compass.....................................................................................3
Navigating with the Compass................................................ 3
Highway Mode....................................................................... 3
Data Fields............................................................................. 3
Satellite Page..............................................................................3
Adjusting the Contrast on the Satellite Page......................... 3
Trip Computer............................................................................. 3
Customizing the Instrument Page Data Fields...................... 3
Additional Main Menu Tools....................................................... 3
Customizing Your Device.............................................. 3
System Settings.......................................................................... 3
Serial Interface Settings......................................................... 3
Display Settings.......................................................................... 3
Setting the Device Tones............................................................3
Setting Up Marine Alarms........................................................... 3
Marine Settings...................................................................... 3
Resetting Data............................................................................ 3
Changing the Units of Measure.................................................. 3
Time Settings.............................................................................. 4
Position Format Settings.............................................................4
Routing Settings......................................................................... 4
Device Information......................................................... 4
Specifications..............................................................................4
Appendix......................................................................... 4
Registering Your Device............................................................. 4
Support and Updates.................................................................. 4
Setting Up Garmin Express................................................... 4
Viewing Device Information........................................................ 4
Contacting Garmin Product Support........................................... 4
Maximizing Battery Life...............................................................4
Long-Term Storage................................................................ 4
Turning off GLONASS........................................................... 4
Adjusting the Backlight...........................................................4
Adjusting the Backlight Timeout.............................................4
Data Management...................................................................... 4
File Types.............................................................................. 4
Connecting the Device to Your Computer............................. 4
Transferring Files to Your Device.......................................... 5
Deleting Files......................................................................... 5
Disconnecting the USB Cable................................................5
Attaching the Wrist Strap............................................................ 5
Device Care................................................................................ 5
Cleaning the Device............................................................... 5
Troubleshooting.......................................................................... 5
Resetting the Device.............................................................. 5
Restoring All Default Settings................................................ 5
Index................................................................................ 6
Table of Contents i

Getting Started
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Device Overview
ÀKeys
ÁMini-USB port (under weather cap)
ÂPower/NMEA® 0183 connector (under weather cap)
ÃBattery compartment
Keys
QUIT Cancels or returns to the home page.
Scrolls through the main pages.
Turns the device on and off.
Adjusts the backlight.
GOTO Begins or stops navigation to a waypoint.
PAGE Scrolls through the main pages.
MARK Marks your current location as a waypoint.
ENTER Selects options and acknowledges messages.
Selects menu options.
Moves the map cursor.
Battery Information
WARNING
Do not use a sharp object to remove batteries.
The temperature rating for the device may exceed the usable
range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at high
temperatures.
CAUTION
Contact your local waste disposal department to properly
recycle the batteries.
NOTICE
Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as
the temperature decreases. Use lithium batteries when
operating the device in below freezing conditions.
Installing AA Batteries
The handheld device operates using two AA batteries (not
included). For best results, you should use NiMH or lithium
batteries.
1Slide the battery cover down and remove the cover from the
back of the device.
2Insert two AA batteries, observing polarity.
3Replace the battery cover.
4Hold .
5Select Setup > System > Battery Type.
6Select an option.
Turning On the Device
Select .
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks
Waypoints
Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device.
Creating a Waypoint
You can save your current location as a waypoint.
1Select MARK.
2If necessary, select a field to make changes to the waypoint.
3Select Done.
Navigating to a Waypoint
1Select GOTO.
2Select a waypoint.
The compass page appears and the device automatically
navigates to the waypoint.
Editing a Waypoint
Before you can edit a waypoint, you must create a waypoint.
1Select Waypoints List.
2Select a waypoint.
3Select an item to edit, such as the name.
4Enter the new information, and select Done.
Sorting and Finding Waypoints in a List
1Select Waypoints List.
2Select or .
3Select an option:
• To sort waypoints alphabetically or by proximity, select
Sort.
• To find a waypoint by name, select Find In List.
Deleting a Waypoint
1Select Waypoints List.
2Select a waypoint.
3Select or .
4Select Delete.
TIP: You can delete one or all the waypoints from this menu.
Getting Started 1

Routes
A route is a sequence of waypoints or locations that leads you to
your final destination.
Creating a Route
1Select Routes > Create Route > Select First Point.
2Select a category.
3Select the first point in the route.
4Select Use.
5Select Select Next Point to add additional points to the
route.
6Select QUIT to save the route.
Editing the Name of a Route
1Select Routes.
2Select a route.
3Select Change Name.
4Enter the new name.
Editing a Route
1Select Routes.
2Select a route.
3Select Edit Route.
4Select a point.
5Select an option:
• To view the point on the map, select Review.
• To change the order of the points on the route, select
Move Up or Move Down.
• To insert an additional point on the route, select Insert.
The additional point is inserted before the point you are
editing.
• To remove the point from the route, select Remove.
6Select QUIT to save the route.
Viewing a Route on the Map
1Select Routes.
2Select a route.
3Select View Map.
Deleting a Route
1Select Routes.
2Select a route.
3Select Delete Route.
Reversing a Route
You can switch the start and end points of your route to navigate
the route in reverse.
1Select Routes.
2Select a route.
3Select Reverse Route.
Tracks
A track is a recording of your path. The track log contains
information about points along the recorded path, including time,
location, and elevation for each point.
Tracks Settings
Select Setup > Tracks.
Record: Sets a type of track log recording. The Wrap option
records new track log information over old track log
information when the active track log is full. The Fill option
stops recording when the track log is full.
Record Method: Sets a track recording method. The Auto
option records the tracks at a variable rate to create an
optimum representation of your tracks.
Recording Interval: Sets a track log recording rate. Recording
points more frequently creates a more-detailed track, but fills
the track log faster.
Viewing the Current Track
Select Track Manager > Current Track > View Map.
Saving the Current Track
1Select Track Manager > Current Track.
2Select an option.
• Select Save Track to save the current track.
• Select Save Portion to save a segment of the current
track.
3Enter a track name.
4Select OK.
Clearing the Current Track
Select Track Manager > Current Track > Clear Current
Track.
Deleting a Track
1Select Track Manager.
2Select a track.
3Select Delete.
Using the Main Pages
The information needed to operate this device is found on the
main menu, map, compass, and trip computer pages.
1Select PAGE.
2Select the active main page.
Navigating with the Map
1From the map, select Pan.
A triangle represents your location on the map. As you travel,
the triangle moves and leaves a track log (trail).
2Use the arrow keys to move the pointer.
Changing the Map Orientation
1Select Opt. > Setup Map > Orientation.
2Select an option:
• To show north at the top of the page, select North Up.
• To show your current direction of travel at the top of the
page, select Track Up.
Measuring Distance on the Map
You can measure the distance between two locations.
1From the map, select a location.
2Select Opt. > Measure Distance.
3Move the pin to another location on the map.
The distance appears at the bottom of the screen and on the
measure line.
Map Settings
From the map, select MARK > Setup Map.
Orientation: Adjusts how the map is shown on the page. The
North Up option shows north at the top of the page. The
Track Up option shows a top-down view with your current
direction of travel toward the top of the page.
Advanced Map Settings
From the map, select MENU > Setup Map > Advanced Map
Setup.
2 Using the Main Pages

Auto Zoom: Enables the device to automatically select the
zoom level for optimal use of your map. When the Off option
is selected, you must zoom in or out manually.
Select User Waypoint Zoom Level: Sets the zoom level at
which waypoints appear on the map. Waypoints do not
appear when the map zoom level is higher than the selected
level.
Select User Waypoint Text Size: Sets the text size for
waypoints on the map.
Compass
The compass uses GPS (course over ground) to guide you to
your destination, and does not account for other factors that can
affect your destination, such as currents and tides. You can use
a bearing pointer or a course pointer to navigate to your
destination.
Navigating with the Compass
When navigating to a destination, points to your destination,
regardless of the direction you are moving.
1Begin navigating to a destination.
2Select PAGE > Compass.
3Turn until points toward the top of the compass, and
continue moving in that direction to the destination.
Highway Mode
You can use the device to navigate on land in highway mode.
Select Highway.
Data Fields
From the compass, select > ENTER.
ETE: Displays the estimated time to your destination.
ETA at Dest: Displays the estimated time of your arrival at your
destination.
To Course: Displays the recommended direction to steer in
order to stay on course.
Off Course: Displays the distance you are off course.
Vel Made Good: Displays the speed at which you are moving
toward your destination.
Turn: Displays the recommended degree of your next turn to
stay on course.
Satellite Page
The satellite page shows your current location, GPS accuracy,
satellite locations, and signal strength.
Adjusting the Contrast on the Satellite Page
From the satellite page, select or .
Trip Computer
The trip computer displays your current speed, current track,
position, time of day, and other helpful statistics. You can
customize the center data fields of the trip computer.
Customizing the Instrument Page Data Fields
1From the instrument page, select .
2Select a data field.
3Select ENTER.
4Select a data field.
Additional Main Menu Tools
Sun and Moon: Displays sunrise and sunset times, along with
the moon phase, based on your GPS position.
Customizing Your Device
System Settings
Select Setup > System > GPS Setting.
Speed Filter: Allows you to select the preferred source for GPS
data.
Satellite System: Turns on or off use of GLONASS Russian
satellite system data. When the system is used in situations
with poor sky visibility, GLONASS data can be used with
GPS data to provide more accurate position information.
WAAS/EGNOS: Turns on or off use of WAAS (in North America)
or EGNOS (in Europe) satellite system data, which can
provide more-accurate GPS position information. When using
WAAS or EGNOS, the device may take longer to acquire
satellites.
Serial Interface Settings
Select Setup > System > Interface.
Garmin Serial: Enables the device to use a Garmin® proprietary
format to exchange waypoint, route, and track data with a
computer.
NMEA In/Out: Enables the device to use standard NMEA 0183
output and input.
Display Settings
Select Setup > Display.
Backlight Timeout: Adjusts the length of time before the
backlight turns off.
Adjust Contrast: Adjusts the contrast level.
Main, Setup, Find Style: Sets the appearance of the main
menu.
Setting the Device Tones
You can customize tones for messages, keys, warnings, and
alarms.
1Select Setup > Tones.
2Select a tone for each audible type.
Setting Up Marine Alarms
1Select Setup > Marine Alarm.
2Select an alarm type.
3Enter the setting.
4Select Done.
Marine Settings
Select Setup > Marine Alarm.
Anchor Drag: Sets an alarm to sound when you exceed a
specified drift distance while anchored.
Off Course Alarm: Sets an alarm to sound when you are off
course by a specified distance.
Resetting Data
You can reset trip data, delete all waypoints, clear the current
track, or restore default values.
1Select Setup > Reset.
2Select an item to reset.
Changing the Units of Measure
You can customize units of measure for distance and speed,
elevation, depth, temperature, pressure, and vertical speed.
1Select Setup > Units.
2Select a measurement type.
3Select a unit of measure.
Customizing Your Device 3

Time Settings
Select Setup > Time.
Time Format: Sets the device to show time in a 12-hour or 24-
hour format.
Time Zone: Sets the time zone for the device. Automatic sets
the time zone automatically based on your GPS position.
Position Format Settings
NOTE: You should not change the position format or the map
datum coordinate system unless you are using a map or chart
that specifies a different position format.
Select Setup > Position Format.
Position Format: Sets the position format in which a location
reading appears.
Map Datum: Sets the coordinate system on which the map is
structured.
Map Spheroid: Shows the coordinate system the device is
using. The default coordinate system is WGS 84.
Routing Settings
The device calculates routes optimized for the type of activity
you are doing. You can set routing to automatically route you to
the next point on the route.
Select Setup > Routing.
Auto: Enables the device to automatically route you from one
point on the route to the next.
Distance: Enables the device to route you to the next point on
the route when you are within a specified distance of your
current point.
Manual: Enables the device to stop routing when you reach a
point on the route.
Device Information
Specifications
Battery type 2 AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium )
Operating temperature
range
From -20º to 70ºC (from -4º to 158ºF)
Storage temperature range From -30º to 80ºC (from -22º to 176ºF)
Water rating IEC 60529 IPX7*
Material Floatable, high-impact, plastic alloy
Compass-safe distance 10 cm (4 in.)
*The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m
for up to 30 min. For more information, go to www.garmin.com
/waterrating.
Appendix
Registering Your Device
Help us better support you by completing our online registration
today.
• Go to www.garmin.com/express.
• Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe
place.
Support and Updates
Garmin Express™ (www.garmin.com/express) provides easy
access to these services for Garmin devices.
• Product registration
• Product manuals
• Software updates
• Data uploads to Garmin Connect™
• Map, chart, or course updates
Setting Up Garmin Express
1Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.
2Go to www.garmin.com/express.
3Follow the on-screen instructions.
Viewing Device Information
You can view the unit ID, software version, and license
agreement.
Select Setup > About.
Contacting Garmin Product Support
• Go to www.garmin.com/support for in-country support
information.
• In the USA, call 913-397-8200 or 1-800-800-1020.
• In the UK, call 0808 238 0000.
• In Europe, call [phone].
Maximizing Battery Life
Long-Term Storage
When you do not plan to use the device for several months,
remove the batteries. Stored data is not lost when batteries are
removed.
Turning off GLONASS
When you navigate for extended periods of time with an
unobstructed view of satellites, you can turn off GLONASS to
save battery life.
Select Setup > System > GPS Setting > Satellite System >
GPS.
Adjusting the Backlight
You can adjust the backlight brightness from any page.
1Select .
2Use the arrow keys to adjust the backlight.
Adjusting the Backlight Timeout
You can decrease the backlight timeout to maximize the battery
life.
1Select Setup > Display > Backlight Timeout.
2Select an option.
Data Management
NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows® 95, 98, Me,
Windows NT®, and Mac® OS 10.3 and earlier.
File Types
The device supports these file types.
• Files from HomePort™ . Go to www.garmin.com/trip_planning.
• GPX track files.
Connecting the Device to Your Computer
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather
cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to
a computer.
Before you can operate your device while connected to your
computer, you must install batteries. The computer USB port
may not provide enough power to operate the device.
1Pull up the weather cap from the mini-USB port.
2Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB port.
4 Device Information

3Plug the large end of the USB cable into a computer USB
port.
On Windows computers, the device appears as a removable
drive or a portable device, and the memory card may appear
as a second removable drive. On Mac computers, the device
and memory card appear as mounted volumes.
Transferring Files to Your Device
1Connect the device to your computer.
On Windows computers, the device appears as a removable
drive or a portable device, and the memory card may appear
as a second removable drive. On Mac computers, the device
and memory card appear as mounted volumes.
NOTE: Some computers with multiple network drives may not
display device drives properly. See your operating system
documentation to learn how to map the drive.
2On your computer, open the file browser.
3Select a file.
4Select Edit > Copy.
5Open the portable device, drive, or volume for the device or
memory card.
6Browse to a folder.
7Select Edit > Paste.
The file appears in the list of files in the device memory or on
the memory card.
Deleting Files
NOTICE
If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your
device memory contains important system files that should not
be deleted.
1Open the Garmin drive or volume.
2If necessary, open a folder or volume.
3Select a file.
4Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
If your device is connected to your computer as a removable
drive or volume, you must safely disconnect your device from
your computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected to
your Windows computer as a portable device, it is not necessary
to safely disconnect.
1Complete an action:
• For Windows computers, select the Safely Remove
Hardware icon in the system tray, and select your device.
• For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the trash.
2Disconnect the cable from your computer.
Attaching the Wrist Strap
1Insert the loop of the wrist strap through the slot in the
device.
2Thread the other end of the strap through the loop, and pull it
tight.
Device Care
NOTICE
Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can
damage plastic components and finishes.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent
damage.
The device is water resistant to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can
withstand accidental immersion in 1 meter of water for 30
minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the
device. After submersion, be certain to wipe dry and air dry the
device before using or charging.
Cleaning the Device
NOTICE
Even small amounts of sweat or moisture can cause corrosion
of the electrical contacts when connected to a charger.
Corrosion can prevent charging and data transfer.
1Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild
detergent solution.
2Wipe it dry.
After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely.
Troubleshooting
Resetting the Device
If the device stops responding, you may need to reset it. This
does not erase any of your data or settings.
1Remove the batteries.
2Reinstall the batteries.
Restoring All Default Settings
You can reset all settings back to the factory default settings.
Select Setup > Reset > Reset All Settings > Yes.
Appendix 5

Index
A
alarms
anchor drag 3
arrival 3
clock 3
deep water 3
off course 3
shallow water 3
tones 3
B
backlight 3, 4
battery 1, 4, 5
installing 1
life 4
maximizing 4
storage 4
C
cleaning the device 5
compass 2, 3
computer, connecting 4
contrast 3
D
data, transferring 4
deleting, all user data 5
device
registration 4
resetting 5
display settings 3
E
EGNOS 3
F
files
supported types 4
transferring 4, 5
G
Garmin Express 4
registering the device 4
updating software 4
gauges, trip 2, 3
GLONASS 3, 4
GPS 3
EGNOS 3
WAAS 3
K
keys 1
power 1
L
locations
editing 1
saving 1
M
main menu 3
map 2
maps 2
updating 4
measuring distance 2
N
navigating 2, 3
NMEA 0183 3
P
position format 4
power key 1
product registration 4
R
registering the device 4
resetting the device 3, 5
restoring, settings 5
routes 2
creating 2
deleting 2
editing 2
viewing on the map 2
S
satellite signals 3
settings 2–5
software, updating 4
specifications 4
storing data 4
T
temperature 4
time settings 4
time zones 4
tones 3
tracks 2
saving 2
transferring, files 4
trip gauges 2, 3
trip planner. See routes
troubleshooting 3, 5
U
unit ID 4
units of measure 3
USB
connector 1
disconnecting 5
transferring files 4
user data, deleting 5
W
WAAS 3
water rating 4
waypoints 1
deleting 1
editing 1
navigating 1
saving 1
viewing list of 1
wrist strap 5
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