Garmin GPSMAP 130 User manual

GPSMAPTM
130
®
OWNER’S MANUAL
AND REFERENCE
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TM
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International and may not be copied or used for any other purpose without per-
mission.
© 1996 GARMIN International
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All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in
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INTRODUCTION
Foreword
GARMIN
TM
, GPSMAP
TM
, G-chart
TM
,
AutoLocate
TM
, TracBack
TM
and PhaseTrac12
TM
are trademarks of GARMIN International and
may only be used with permission. All rights
are reserved.
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The GPS system is operated by the United States government, which is solely
responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system is subject to changes
which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Although
the GARMIN GPSMAP 130 is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any
NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.
Use the GPSMAP 130 at your own risk. To reduce the risk of unsafe operation,
carefully review and understand all aspects of this Owner’s Manual—and thoroughly
practice operation using the simulator mode prior to actual use. When in actual use,
carefully compare indications from the GPSMAP 130 to all available navigation
sources, including the information from other NAVAIDs, visual sightings, charts, etc.
For safety, always resolve any discrepancies before continuing navigation.
NOTE: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by relocating
the equipment or connecting the equipment to a different circuit. Consult an autho-
rized dealer or other qualified technician for additional help if these remedies do not
correct the problem.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC limits for class B digital devices.
Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The GPSMAP 130 contains no user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be
made by an authorized service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could
void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15
regulations.
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CAUTION
INTRODUCTION
Cautions
CAUTION!
The GARMIN GPSMAP 130 has no user-ser-
viceable parts. Should you ever encounter a
problem with your unit, please take it to an
authorized GARMIN dealer for repairs.
The GPSMAP 130 is sealed and filled with dry
nitrogen. Any attempt to open the case to
change or modify the unit in any way will void
your warranty and may result in permanent
damage to the equipment.
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INTRODUCTION
Capabilities
Designed for detailed electronic charting and simple operation, the GARMIN
GPSMAP 130 is a powerful navigation device that can help guide you in water-
ways around the world:
Precision Performance
• High-contrast LCD screen
• PhaseTrac12
TM
receiver tracks and uses up to 12 satellites simultaneously
for fast, accurate positioning
• Differential-Ready— just add the optional GBR 21 beacon receiver for better
than 10-meter accuracy
• Waterproof, dry nitrogen-filled case for use in exposed locations
Advanced Navigating and Plotting
• 250 alphanumeric waypoints with selectable icons and comments
• Built-in worldwide database usable from 4096 to 64 nm scales
• 20 reversible routes with up to 30 waypoints each
• G-chart
TM
electronic charting with inland and offshore coverage
• On-screen point-to-point distance and bearing calculations
• TracBack
TM
route feature which allows you to quickly retrace your track log to
a starting position
• Built-in simulator mode
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INTRODUCTION
Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY
GARMIN warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and work-
manship for one year from the date of purchase. GARMIN International, Inc. will at
its sole option, repair or replace any components which fail in normal use. Such
repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor.
The customer is, however, responsible for any transportation costs. This warranty
does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accident or unauthorized alteration or
repairs. GARMIN International, Inc. assumes no responsibility for special, inciden-
tal, punitive or consequential damages, or loss of use.
The warranties and remedies contained herein are exclusive, and in lieu of all
other warranties expressed or implied, including any liability arising under warranty
of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, statutory or otherwise. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, which may vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty service, call the GARMIN Customer Service department for a
returned merchandise tracking number. The unit should be securely packaged with
the tracking number clearly marked on the outside of the package, and sent freight
prepaid and insured to a GARMIN warranty service station. A copy of the original
sales receipt is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs. GARMIN
retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software at its sole discre-
tion.
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INTRODUCTION
Preface
Congratulations on choosing one of the most advanced marine navigation sys-
tems available! The GARMIN GPSMAP 130 combines the proven performance of
GARMIN GPS with powerful G-Chart electronic charting for detailed cartography
and plotting wherever you cruise.
To get the most out of your new navigation system, take the time to go through
this operator’s manual and learn the operating procedures for your unit. This man-
ual is broken down into two sections for your convenience.
Part One introduces you to the GPSMAP 130 and provides a getting started
section so that you may become more familiar with the unit. This part will provide
you with a basic working knowledge necessary to use the unit to it’s fullest poten-
tial.
Part Two is divided into sections that provide detailed references to the
advanced features and operations of the GPSMAP 130. This allows you to concen-
trate on a specific topic quickly, without reading through entire portions of text
that you may not need. This section can be used to look up further information
about the GPSMAP 130.
Preface
WARNING!
The electronic chart is an aid to navigation and is
designed to facilitate the use of authorized govern-
ment charts, not replace them. Only official gov-
ernment charts and notices to mariners contain
all information needed for the safety of naviga-
tion–and, as always, the user is responsible for
their prudent use.
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Packing List
vi
Before installing and getting started with your unit, please check to see that
your package includes the following items. If any parts are missing, please see
your GARMIN dealer immediately.
Standard Package:
• GPSMAP 130 Unit
• External Antenna and 30’ cable
• Power/Data Cable
• Mounting Bracket
• Owner’s Manual
• Quick Reference Card
Optional Accessories:
• G-chart Electronic Chart Cartridges
• PC Kit
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GETTING STARTED
Table of Contents
Foreword ...............................................................................................................i
Cautions ...............................................................................................................ii
Capabilities/Warranty .....................................................................................iii-iv
Preface/Packing List..........................................................................................v-vi
Table of Contents/Keypad Usage ..................................................................vii-viii
Initializing the Receiver/Getting Started..........................................................1-16
Section 1: GPSMAP Status Page ....................................................................17-19
Satellite and receiver status, entering initial positions
Section 2: Position Page.................................................................................20-21
Position Page description and uses
Section 3: Map Page.......................................................................................22-29
Map Page description, modes, scales, and options
Section 4: Navigation Page ...........................................................................30-32
Navigation Page use and options
Section 5: Main Menu Page ................................................................................33
Viewing the main menu page and selecting submenus
Section 6: Waypoints ....................................................................................34-42
Creating, using, and editing waypoints
Section 7: GOTO/MOB/TracBack Functions..................................................43-46
Going to a destination and using GOTO options/TracBack routes
Section 8: Routes ...........................................................................................47-54
Creating, editing and using routes
Section 9: Setup Menus..................................................................................55-64
System & navigation setup; timers, alarms & track log
Section 10: Using G-chart cartridges .............................................................65-66
Inserting, removing and using electronic chart cartridges
APPENDICES
Appendix A:
GPSMAP 130 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67-69
Appendix B:
Wiring & Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70-71
Appendix C:
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72-73
Appendix D:
Map Datums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74-76
Appendix E:
Navigation Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77-78
Appendix F:
Time Offset Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Appendix G:
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80-82
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Keypad Usage
M
P
J
G
O
T
Q
Z
R
B
Scrolls the main pages in sequence and returns
display from a submenu page to a main page.
Captures your present position and displays the
mark position window.
Returns display to a previous page or restores a
data field’s previous value.
Adjusts the map and highway scales up and down.
Controls the movement of the cursor and is used
to select options and positions, and to enter
data.
Marks your present GPS position and instantly
sets a return course while providing steering
guidance.
Displays the GOTO waypoint window, allowing
you to select the destination waypoint. Press
GOTO twice to select a destination waypoint
graphically from the map.
Displays context-sensitive options window.
Press MENU twice to display main menu page.
Activates highlighted fields and confirms menu
options and data entry.
Turns the unit on and off and controls 3-level
screen backlighting.
The GPSMAP 130’s advanced keypad system
is designed to allow for fast, convenient selection
of navigation options and data entry.
The Getting Started Tour will introduce you
to most of the keypad and provide a ‘hands-on’
lesson in using the GPSMAP 130. We strongly
encourage you to take the Getting Started tour
before using your unit for actual navigation.
The GPSMAP 130 Quick Reference Card
contains helpful tips on using the unit and per-
forming various navigation tasks. It’s a good
idea to keep the Quick Reference Card nearby
whenever you’re navigating with your new GPS
chartplotter.
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GETTING STARTED
Initialization
Initializing the Receiver
The first time you power up your new GPSMAP 130 is an important step in get-
ting the best possible GPS performance. The receiver must be given an opportunity
to collect satellite data and establish its present position. To ensure proper initializa-
tion, the GPSMAP 130 is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate
TM
mode, which will
allow the receiver to ‘find itself’ anywhere in the world. To speed up the initialization
process, we recommend using the graphic initialization process described below,
which will usually provide a position fix in about a minute.
Before you initialize, make sure the GPSMAP unit and antenna have been correctly
installed on your vessel according to the instructions in Appendix A.
To turn the GPSMAP 130 on:
1. Press and hold the
P
key until the power tone sounds.
The welcome page will appear while the unit conducts a self test. Once the
internal test is complete, the mariner’s warning will appear, asking you to read and
acknowledge important information regarding the proper use of electronic charts.
To acknowledge the mariner’s warning:
1. Press the
T
key.
A message alert and prompt will also appear to ask you to select an initialization
method.
To view a system message:
1. Press the
J
key.
2. Press the
J
key again to return to the previous page.
A. The welcome page will be displayed while the
unit performs a self-test.
B. Confirm the Mariner’s Warning before start-
ing navigation. Remember that the electronic
chart is designed as a supplement to local
government charts, not as a replacement.
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The select initialization window will appear, with the ‘select from map’ option
highlighted.
1. Press
T
to initialize the receiver from the built-in worldwide map.
The map page will appear, prompting you to select your approximate present posi-
tion with the map cursor.
1. Use the
R
keypad to move the map cursor to a location close to your present position. If you
have difficulty identifying your exact position, use the bottom arrow of the
Z
key to zoom in to a
lower map scale.
2. Press
T
to confirm your selection.
The GPSMAP 130 will now begin searching for the appropriate satellites for your
present position and should acquire a fix within a minute or so. While the receiver
searches for satellites, a flashing satellite icon will appear at the left-hand side of the
status bar. A signal strength bar will also appear for each satellite in view, with the
appropriate satellite number under each bar. The progress of satellite acquisition is
shown in three stages:
• No signal strength bars— the receiver is looking for the satellites indicated.
• Hollow signal strength bars— the receiver has found the indicated satellite(s) and is
collecting data.
• Solid signal strength bars— the receiver has collected the necessary data and the
satellite(s) is ready for use.
Once the receiver has collected information from at least three satellites, the flashing
satellite icon on the status bar will glow steadily, and the GPSMAP 130 is ready
for use.
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GETTING STARTED
Initialization
A. Use the arrow keypad to move the cursor to a
location close to your present position.
B. Hollow signal strength bars will appear on the
status page while the receiver collects satellite
data.
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GPSMAP 130 Getting Started Tour
The GARMIN GPSMAP 130 is a powerful electronic charting/navigating system
that provides detailed chart coverage and convenient control of many advanced
features right from the map display. This tour is designed to take you through the
basic pages and functions of the system using the simulator mode. Once you’re
familiar with the main pages and functions of the unit, refer to the reference sec-
tion for instructions on performing specific tasks and functions.
The Getting Started tour assumes that the receiver has been properly installed
and initialized, and you have not changed any of the default unit settings. If you
have changed any settings (position formats, units of measure, etc.), the descrip-
tions and pictures in the tour may not match your configuration.
To turn the GPSMAP 130 on:
1. Press and hold the
P
key until the power tone sounds. The welcome page will appear
while the unit conducts a self test.
2. Once the self test is complete, press the
T
key to acknowledge the mariner’s warning.
The satellite status page will appear, and the receiver will begin to acquire satel-
lites. From the status page, you may also quickly adjust the screen contrast and
backlighting.
To adjust the screen contrast:
1. To increase the screen contrast, press the right arrow of the
R
keypad.
2. To decrease the screen contrast, press the left arrow of the
R
keypad.
3. Press the
T
key to finish.
The GPSMAP 130’s three-level screen backlighting is controlled with
P
key,
and may be adjusted at any time from any page.
To turn on and adjust the backlighting:
1. Press the
P
repeatedly until the backlighting is at the desired level (off, 1, 2, or 3).
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GETTING STARTED
Power On/Screen Contrast
A. The screen contrast may be adjusted from the
status page by pressing the ARROW KEYPAD.
Press EDIT/ENTER to confirm changes.
B. Whenever the screen backlighting is on, a bulb icon
will appear in the status bar at the bottom of
every GPSMAP 130 page.
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The GPSMAP 130’s status page provides a visual reference of satellite acquisi-
tion and receiver status, with a signal strength bar graph and a satellite sky view in
the center of the page. Each page of the GPSMAP 130’s system also features an
options page, which gives you access to other functions and features that relate to
the specific page you are viewing. To get a feel for how the options pages work,
lets put the GPSMAP 130 into simulator mode.
To place the GPSMAP 130 in simulator mode:
1. From the status page, press the
O
key. The options page will appear, displaying a menu
of options and functions for the status page.
2. Use the UP or DOWN arrow of the
R
keypad to highlight the ‘Start Simulator?’ option and
press
T
.
3. Press the
T
key to confirm the simulator warning.
Once the simulator has been started, the status field at the top of the page will
display a ‘Simulating Navigation’ status, and you’re ready to continue the rest of
the tour. Keep in mind that the GPSMAP 130 does not track satellites in simulator
mode, and should never be used for actual navigation. All the waypoint and route
planning done in simulator mode will still be retained in memory for future use.
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GETTING STARTED
Status Page/Simulator Mode
A. To start the simulator, confirm the simulator
warning. Simulator mode should never be used
for actual navigation.
B. Whenever the GPSMAP 130 is in simulator
mode, a ‘Setup Simulator?’ and an ‘Exit
Simulator?’ option will appear on the options
page.
Status Field
Horizontal Accuracy
Satellite
Sky View
Signal Strength
Indicators
Status Bar
Dilution of Precision
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GETTING STARTED
Page Sequence/Position Page
The satellite status page is one of four main pages used in the GPSMAP 130’s
system. All four pages are linked together in a simple chain, which allows you to
scroll through the pages in either direction using the
J
and
Q
keys. To con-
tinue the tour, let’s move on to the next page, the position page.
To scroll to the next page in sequence:
1. Press the
J
key.
The GPSMAP 130’s position page shows where you are, what direction you’re
heading and how fast you’re going. The compass at the top of the page indicates
the direction you’re moving. The four user-selectable data fields below the com-
pass tape show your current course and speed over ground, along with a resettable
trip odometer and altitude display. Your current latitude and longitude, along with
a 12/24-hour clock, appear at the bottom of the page.
Now that you’ve seen how the status and position pages can be used to monitor
satellite acquisition and your present position, let’s take a minute to learn how to
mark and store our present position as a waypoint. (Since we’re in simulator
mode, the present position displayed will be the last position calculated by the
receiver, which should be the spot where you’ve initialized the unit.) This will also
give you an opportunity to see how the GPSMAP 130’s
R
keypad and
T
key
are used for data entry.
Graphic
Compass
Data
Fields
Position
Coordinates
Time
of Day
Status Bar
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To mark your present position:
1. Press the
M
key. The mark position page will appear, with a default three-digit
waypoint name and symbol.
2. Use the
R
keypad to highlight the waypoint name field (001) and press
T
.
3. Press the LEFT ARROW of the
R
keypad to clear the name field.
4. Use the
R
keypad to enter the name ‘DOCK’, using the UP and DOWN arrows to select
each letter, and the RIGHT arrow key to advance to the next character position. If you
make a mistake and select an incorrect character, simply use the LEFT arrow key of the
R
keypad to backspace the cursor and correct the entry.
5. Press
T
to confirm the name.
6. The field highlight will advance to the symbol field. Press
T
to access the waypoint
symbol page.
7. Use the
R
keypad to highlight the ANCHOR symbol.
8. Press
T
to confirm the symbol.
9. Press
T
again to confirm the ‘DONE?’ prompt and save the waypoint.
The waypoint is now stored in memory. Note that waypoints may also be creat-
ed graphically from the map display and by manually entering position coordi-
nates. Both of these techniques are described in the reference section of the manu-
al and/or on your GPSMAP 130 quick reference guide. To continue our tour, let’s
move on to the map page.
1. Press the
J
key.
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GETTING STARTED
Marking A Postion
A. The mark position page will automatically assign
a default three-digit name for each waypoint,
which can be changed at any time to an alphanu-
meric name containing up to six-characters.
B. A complete set of waypoint symbols allows you to
mark inland and offshore waypoints with a cus-
tom icon for fast waypoint recognition.
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The GPSMAP 130’s map page combines digital chartplotting with a user-selec-
table display of navigation data and a built-in worldwide database to 64 nm. It
will also be the page you use most to create and edit waypoints and routes. Before
we take off on our practice route, let’s take a brief look at its various features and
displays.
The map display, located in the middle of the page, shows your boat as a tri-
angle marker on an electronically generated chart, along with geographic names,
markers and buoys that are provided by the G-chart cartridge you’re currently
using. It also displays your track, routes and nearby waypoints. An on-screen
cursor lets you pan to other map areas, determine the range and bearing to a
position, and perform various waypoint and route functions.
The data window, located at the top of the page, provides a user-selectable
display of various navigation data, including course, speed over ground, and the
bearing and distance to the cursor or a particular waypoint. The status bar, located
at the bottom of the page, displays the current map scale setting, as well as the sta-
tus information described on page 17.
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GETTING STARTED
Map Page
A. To select an on-screen waypoint, simply move the
cursor over the desired waypoint. The
waypoint/navaid name and position, along with the
bearing and distance from your present position,
will be displayed.
B. The map page can also be configured to display
additional data fields and a graphic course devia-
tion scale or compass. See page 26 for more on map
options.
Boat
Icon
Data
Fields
Map
Scale
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Using the Map Cursor
Working from the map page is a simple process that centers around the use of the
cursor. Controlled by the
R
keypad, the cursor is an important tool that can be
used to pan to other map locations, mark and edit waypoints and routes, and review
position data of on-screen navaids and waypoints.
To get a feel for using the map page and using the cursor, try the following exer-
cise:
1. Use the DOWN arrow of the
Z
key to set the map scale to the 64 nm setting. Your boat
should be near the center of the map, at the receiver’s last known position (if your boat
isn’t where it should be, make sure that you have initialized the receiver and acquired a
position as described on pages 1-2).
2. Use the DOWN arrow of the
R
keypad to move the cursor down to the first lat/lon grid
south of your boat’s position.
3. Using the
R
keypad to move the cursor, try following the outline of the lat/lon grid closest
to your boat. Notice how another data field appears at the top of the page, showing the
bearing and distance from your boat to the cursor, along with the lat/lon of the cursor.
4. Press the
Q
key to remove the cursor and recenter your boat on the map display.
As you become more familiar with the cursor, you’ll see that the map display
actively scrolls or ‘pans’, letting you explore areas around the world (even outside of
your current G-chart
TM
coverage) and create waypoints and routes. Wherever you
move the cursor, you’ll always be just one
Q
keystroke away from returning the
map to your present position.
Now that you have a feel for how the cursor works, let’s move on and see how the
GPSMAP 130 works on the water. To help you practice using the map page and
other features, we’ve stored a practice route in the receiver’s permanent memory, so
you can see exactly what you’ll experience when you’re navigating with your new
GPS chartplotter.
8
GETTING STARTED
Using the Map Cursor
A. Whenever the cursor is active, the bearing and
distance of the cursor from your present position
will appear in a pop-up data window.
B. To remove the cursor and recenter your vessel on
the map, press the QUIT key.
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Going to a Destination
GPS is all about marking positions as waypoints and navigating to them using
the receiver’s steering guidance and map displays. We’ve already seen how to use
the
M
key to store our present position, so it’s time to move on to the fun
part— going to a destination. The
G
key, located on the left side of the keypad
above the
Q
key, is the primary tool used to select a destination waypoint or a
route to navigate. The
G
key can be used in three primary ways:
• Pressing
G
once displays a list of all waypoints in memory, from which
you can select a single destination waypoint.
• Pressing
G
followed by the
O
key provides a list of GOTO options
that lets you start a TracBack
TM
route, select a destination waypoint from
the nearest waypoints list, select a stored route to navigate, or cancel the
current GOTO destination.
• Pressing
G
twice allows you to graphically select an on-screen waypoint,
navaid or cursor position as a destination directly from the map display.
For our simulated trip, we’re going to select the preprogrammed tour route (the
second method), which will automatically place our vessel at the first route way-
point. This will also give us an idea of how the
O
key is used throughout the
GPSMAP 130 system to provide context-sensitive options and functions. Let’s give
it a try by activating the practice route stored in memory for navigation:
1. Press
G
. The waypoint list page will appear (if we were selecting a single waypoint
to navigate to rather than a route, we would highlight the waypoint and press
T
).
2. Press
O
to display the context-sensitive options available for the GOTO function.
3. Use the
R
keypad to highlight the ‘Select Route?’ option. Press
T
to confirm.
4. The select route page will appear, with the ‘GPSMAP TOUR’ route highlighted.
5. Press
T
. The map page will reappear and display five waypoints chained together in
a simple route, with your boat at the first route waypoint.
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GETTING STARTED
Using the GOTO key
A. Pressing GOTO once displays a list of all waypoints
stored in memory. To pick a destination, select the
desired waypoint and press EDIT/ENTER.
B. The GOTO options page allows you to either start a
TracBack route back home, select a destination
from the nearest waypoints list, or select a route
to navigate.
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A data field at the top of the page will now display the bearing and distance to
the second route waypoint. To get started, let’s enter a speed for our vessel, which
we can do from the ‘Setup Simulator?’ listing on the options page. The setup sim-
ulator page is also available from any other page in the main page sequence.
To enter a boat speed:
1. Press the
O
key to display the map options page.
2. Use the
R
keypad to select the ‘Setup Simulator?’ option and press
T
.
3. Once the setup simulator page appears, press
T
to access the SOG field.
4. Use the
R
keypad to enter a speed of 60 knots.
5. Press
T
to finish, and
J
to return to the map display.
Once a speed has been entered, you’ll notice that the map will begin to move
slowly, keeping your boat centered on the display. To get a better view of what’s
going on, zoom in to a closer map scale.
1. Press the DOWN arrow of the
Z
key to select the 16 nm scale.
You’ll now have a clearer picture of the route we are navigating, along with an
outline-only presentation of the surrounding shoreline. Because the usable range
of the built-in database is only valid to 64 nm scale, we no longer have full cartog-
raphy available. Keep in mind that whenever you do exceed the usable range of
the built-in database or the G-chart cartridge in use, the range field will display
‘OVR ZM’ or ‘NO MAP’ to indicate that you should exercise extreme caution using
the cartography data. See page 25 and 66 for more information on map scales and
using G-chart detailed cartography.
Now that we’re zoomed in a little closer to our route, we can pan ahead of our
vessel with the cursor to review and create on-screen waypoints and navaids. Try
moving the cursor to select the ‘TOUR3’ waypoint— just use the
R
keypad to
move the cursor as close as possible to the waypoint (to move the cursor in small
increments, try a series of short key presses).
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GETTING STARTED
Simulator Setup/Map Scales
A. To enter a boat speed or define the simulated
course, highlight the ‘Setup Simulator?’ option
and press EDIT/ENTER.
B. Enter a boat speed of 60 knots to begin the tour.
This will allow you to complete the Getting
Started tour in 10-15 minutes.
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