Garmin GPSMAP 3206 - Marine GPS Receiver User manual

GPSMAP®
Owner’s Manual
3206/3210
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IntroductIon > InstallIng Your gPsMaP 3206/3210, about thIs Manual, and Manual conventIons
IntroductIon
Thank you for choosing the Garmin
®
GPSMAP
®
3206/3210. The
GPSMAP 3206/3210 uses the proven performance of Garmin GPS and full-
featured mapping to create an unsurpassed marine Multi-Function Display
(MFD). Take a moment now to compare the contents of this package with the
packing list on the outside of the box. If any pieces are missing, contact your
Garmin dealer immediately.
Installing Your GPSMAP 3206/3210
To install the GPSMAP 3206/3210 refer to the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS 17
Installation Instructions. To complete the installation, you need the appropriate
fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in each section. Installation items not provided
by Garmin should be available at most marine dealers. If you experience
difculty installing the unit, contact Garmin Product Support or an installation
professional in your area.
About This Manual
To get the most out of your new chartplotter, read this manual and learn the
operating procedures for your unit in detail. This manual is organized into the
following sections:
The Introduction contains the Table of Contents, Product Registration, and the
Software License Agreement.
The Getting Started section provides a unit overview and information
that provides basic working knowledge needed to use the GPSMAP 3206/3210.
The Basic Operation section provides you with details and step-by-step
instructions for creating and using waypoints, navigating a route, and using the
FIND key.
The Main Pages section provides detailed explanations about each page in the
GPSMAP 3206/3210 and step-by-step directions on using the pages.
The Main Menu section provides detailed explanations about the Main Menu
and how to use it to congure your unit.
The Using Sonar section provides instructions on using a Garmin GSD 20,
GSD 21 (Serial), or a GSD 22 (Ethernet) sounder with your GPSMAP 3206/3210.
The XM WX Weather section provides instructions on using a GDL 30/
GDL 30A Marine Weather Satellite Receiver with your GPSMAP 3206/3210.
The Radar section provides instructions on using a GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41 or
GMR 404/406 radar with your GPSMAP 3206/3210.
The Appendix contains specications, regulatory information, unit care
information, optional accessories, and maintenance information. You can also nd
warranty and FCC information in the Appendix.
An Index is provided at the end of the manual for reference.
Manual Conventions
This manual uses the term Warning to indicate a potentially hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
This manual uses the term Caution to indicate a potentially hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury or property damage. It may also
be used without the symbol to alert you to avoid unsafe practices.

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table of contents
Introduction............................................................................................... i
Installing Your GPSMAP 3206/3210 ............................................................... i
About This Manual .......................................................................................... i
Manual Conventions ....................................................................................... i
Product Registration...................................................................................... v
Contact Garmin.........................................................................................................v
Software License Agreement ........................................................................ v
Warnings ........................................................................................................ vi
Getting Started......................................................................................... 1
Unit Overview ................................................................................................. 1
Using the GPSMAP 3206/3210 Keypad......................................................... 2
Using the Optional Marine Remote Control.............................................................3
Using Soft Keys........................................................................................................4
Using Data Entry/Shortcut Keys ..............................................................................4
Status Bar..................................................................................................................4
Turning on the GPSMAP 3206/3210 .............................................................. 5
Adjusting the Backlight ............................................................................................5
Initializing the GPS Receiver......................................................................... 6
Receiver Status and Accuracy ..................................................................................7
GPS Setup.................................................................................................................7
Using Simulator Mode ................................................................................... 8
Basic Operation....................................................................................... 9
Using the GPSMAP 3206/3210....................................................................... 9
Understanding the Features ......................................................................................9
Selecting Options and Entering Data......................................................................10
Using Additional Map Data....................................................................................11
Using the Map Pointer............................................................................................11
Finding an Item............................................................................................. 13
Creating and Using Waypoints ................................................................... 14
Creating Waypoints Using the ENTER/MARK Key .............................................14
Creating Waypoints Using the Map........................................................................14
Creating Waypoints Manually ................................................................................15
Reviewing and Editing Waypoints .............................................................. 16
Moving a Waypoint ................................................................................................18
Using Waypoint Lists..............................................................................................18
User Waypoints.......................................................................................................19
Proximity Waypoints ..............................................................................................20
Navigating to a Destination ......................................................................... 21
Selecting a Map Item Go To Destination ...............................................................21
Follow Track and TracBack Navigation.................................................................22
TracBack Tips.........................................................................................................24
Man OverBoard (MOB)................................................................................. 25
Creating and Using Routes ......................................................................... 25
Creating a New Route.............................................................................................25
Navigating a Saved Route ......................................................................................26
Creating a Quick NAV Route .................................................................................27
Copying a Route .....................................................................................................27
Deleting a Route .....................................................................................................28
Editing a Route .......................................................................................................28
Planning Routes......................................................................................................31
Main Pages............................................................................................. 32
Conguring Main Pages .............................................................................. 33
Using Function Windows............................................................................. 35
Function Window Adjustments ..............................................................................35
Viewing a Main Page in Full-Screen Mode............................................................36
Map Page....................................................................................................... 36
Using the Map Pointer............................................................................................37
Selecting Map Ranges ............................................................................................38
Cartography ............................................................................................................38
Map Page Options ..................................................................................................39

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Map Split Page.............................................................................................. 41
Compass Page.............................................................................................. 41
Highway Page ............................................................................................... 42
Changing the Highway Perspective Range ............................................................43
Highway Page Options ...........................................................................................43
Video Page .................................................................................................... 44
Video Page Options ................................................................................................44
Main Menu.............................................................................................. 45
GPS Tab......................................................................................................... 45
Tide Tab ......................................................................................................... 46
Tide Sub Tab ...........................................................................................................46
Current Sub Tab......................................................................................................48
Celestial Tab.................................................................................................. 49
Trip Tab.......................................................................................................... 50
Weather Tab .................................................................................................. 51
Points Tab ..................................................................................................... 51
Routes Tab .................................................................................................... 52
Tracks Tab..................................................................................................... 53
DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Tab............................................................. 54
Understanding DSC Distress Calls.........................................................................55
Understanding Position Reports .............................................................................55
Review DSC Waypoint...........................................................................................55
Setting Up DSC ......................................................................................................56
Using the NAV Key................................................................................................56
Card Tab ........................................................................................................ 57
Messages Tab ............................................................................................... 58
Viewing Detailed Message Information .................................................................58
Alarms Tab .................................................................................................... 58
System Alarms........................................................................................................59
Nav (Navigation) Alarms........................................................................................59
Sonar Alarms ..........................................................................................................59
Weather Alarms ......................................................................................................60
System Tab.................................................................................................... 60
Update Sub Tab.......................................................................................................65
Network Tab .................................................................................................. 66
Pages Tab...................................................................................................... 66
Map Tab ......................................................................................................... 67
AIS Sub Tab............................................................................................................70
Radar Tab ...................................................................................................... 72
Temp (Temperature) Tab .............................................................................. 72
Sonar Tab ...................................................................................................... 73
Highway Tab.................................................................................................. 73
XM Tab........................................................................................................... 74
Using Sonar ........................................................................................... 76
Understanding Sonar................................................................................... 76
Using Dual Frequency ............................................................................................76
Using Dual Beam....................................................................................................76
Understanding the Sonar Display ...........................................................................77
Sonar Page.................................................................................................... 78
Conguring the Sonar Page....................................................................................79
Using the Sonar Adjustment Menu.........................................................................80
Using the Pointer on the Sonar Page ......................................................................82
Marking an Underwater Waypoint .........................................................................82
Sonar Tab ...................................................................................................... 82
General Sub Tab......................................................................................................83
Graph Sub Tab ........................................................................................................84
Water Temp Sub Tab...............................................................................................85

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XM WX Weather ..................................................................................... 86
Customizing Preset Weather Displays....................................................... 86
Weather Tab .................................................................................................. 88
Marine Bulletins Sub Tab .......................................................................................88
Using Radar ........................................................................................... 89
Understanding Radar................................................................................... 89
Understanding the Radar Display...........................................................................90
Radar Page.................................................................................................... 91
Conguring the Radar Page....................................................................................91
Using the Radar Adjustment Menu ........................................................................92
Map Page Radar Overlay ............................................................................. 97
Radar Tab ...................................................................................................... 97
General Sub Tab......................................................................................................98
Display Sub Tab......................................................................................................98
MARPA Sub Tab.....................................................................................................99
Advanced Sub Tab ................................................................................................100
Appendix .............................................................................................. 101
Specications ............................................................................................. 101
Installing and Removing Data Cards........................................................ 102
Satellite Information................................................................................... 103
What is WAAS/EGNOS?............................................................................. 103
WAAS Capability ........................................................................................ 104
Digital Selective Calling (DSC).................................................................. 104
What is DSC? .......................................................................................................104
LORAN TD System ..................................................................................... 106
Caring for the GPSMAP 3206/3210 ........................................................... 107
Navigation Terms........................................................................................ 108
Messages and Alarms................................................................................ 110
Optional Accessories................................................................................. 112
Limited Warranty ........................................................................................ 113
FCC Compliance......................................................................................... 114
XM Satellite Radio Service Agreement..................................................... 114
Declaration of Conformity (DoC) .............................................................. 114
Weather Data Warranty .............................................................................. 115
European License Requirements ............................................................. 116
Index ......................................................................................................117

Product Registration
Help us better support you by completing our online registration today! Connect
to our Web site at my.garmin.com. Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy,
in a safe place.
Contact Garmin
Contact Garmin if you have any questions while using your
GPSMAP 3206/3210. In the USA contact Garmin Product Support by phone:
[phone] or [phone], Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM Central Time;
or go to www.garmin.com/support/.
In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at
+44 (0) 870.8501241 (outside the UK) or
0808 2380000 (within the UK).
Software License Agreement
BY USING THE GPSMAP 3206/3210, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE
AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY.
Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device
(the “Software”) in binary executable form in the normal operation of the product.
Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in and to the Software
remain in Garmin.
You acknowledge that the Software is the property of Garmin and is protected
under the United States of America copyright laws and international copyright
treaties. You further acknowledge that the structure, organization, and code of
the Software are valuable trade secrets of Garmin and that the Software in source
code form remains a valuable trade secret of Garmin. You agree not to decompile,
disassemble, modify, reverse assemble, reverse engineer, or reduce to human
readable form the Software or any part thereof or create any derivative works
based on the Software. You agree not to export or re-export the Software to any
country in violation of the export control laws of the United States of America.
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IntroductIon > warnIngs and IMPortant InforMatIon
Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could result in an
accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury.
When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on the GPSMAP 3206/3210 to
all available navigation sources, including information from visual sightings, and maps. For
safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions before continuing navigation.
Use the electronic chart in the GPSMAP 3206/3210 only to facilitate, not to replace, the use
of authorized government charts. Ofcial government charts and notices to mariners contain
all information needed to navigate safely.
Use terrain and obstacle data only as an aid to situational awareness.
Warnings
WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. This Notice is being
provided in accordance with California’s Proposition 65. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please refer to our Web site at www.garmin.com/prop65.
The California Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003 requires the recycling of certain electronics. For more information on the applicability to this product, see www.erecycle.org.
MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost. We use a
combination of governmental and private data sources, which we identify in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain some
inaccurate or incomplete data. In some countries, complete and accurate map information is either not available or is prohibitively expensive.
Important Information
Hg - LAMPS INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE, OR FEDERAL
LAWS.
For more information go to:
www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/environment/disposal.jsp

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Unit Overview
Connection ports
Serial number tag
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Data entry keys
Data card slots
Interface keys
Infrared (IR) window
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Data card slot 1
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Using the GPSMAP 3206/3210 Keypad
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Press and hold to turn the unit on or off.
Press and release to adjust backlighting.
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QUIT Key
Press to cancel data entry or exit a page. •
ENTER/MARK Key
Press and release to enter highlighted items
and data or conrm on-screen messages.
Press and hold to mark your current location
as a waypoint.
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RANGE Keys
Press to zoom in or out on the map. •
ROCKER Key
Press up, down, right, or left to move
through lists, highlight elds, enter data, or
move the map pointer.
•
NAV/MOB Key
Press to open the Navigation menu.
Press and hold to mark and create a track
back to the marked location.
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PAGE Key
Press to cycle through the main pages in
sequence.
Press to end an operation in progress and
return to the main page.
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DATA/CNFG Key
Press to show or hide function windows and
data elds on any main page.
Press and hold to open the Conguration
window.
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ADJ/MENU Key
Press and release to view options for a page.
Press and hold to open the Main Menu.
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FIND Key
Press to search for points, such as user
waypoints, cities, and services.
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FCTN Key
Press to cycle through function windows. •

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Using the Optional Marine Remote Control
Use the keypad on the optional Marine Remote Control to operate your
GPSMAP 3206/3210 from a distance. Contact your Garmin dealer or Garmin
Product Support to purchase the Marine Remote Control.
To operate the remote control, point the IR (infrared) window on the remote
toward the unobstructed IR window on the lower-right corner of the
GPSMAP 3206/3210.
All keys on the remote control operate in the same manner as the keypad on the
GPSMAP 3206/3210. Each key’s primary function appears on the key. To activate
the secondary functions for the ADJ/MENU, NAV/MOB, DATA/CNFG, and
Thumb Stick (ENTER/MARK) keys, press and hold the key.
The Thumb Stick combines the operations of the ROCKER and
ENTER/MARK key. Use it to select menu options, change settings, enter data,
and conrm entry. You can also control movement of the pointer on the Map
Page. Press ENTER on the Thumb Stick to select a highlighted item or begin
data entry. Press and hold the Thumb Stick to mark a waypoint.
Installing the Remote Control Batteries
The remote requires two AAA alkaline batteries. To install the batteries, press
down on the battery door clip, and then pull the battery door away from the
remote. Install the batteries observing the correct polarity (see the inside of the
battery compartment). Replace the cover, and make sure it is closed all the way.
NOTE: The remote is for use in shaded or enclosed environments. Direct
sunlight interferes with infrared operation. The Marine Remote Control is NOT
waterproof.
QUIT PAGE
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Using Soft Keys
Soft keys are located along the bottom of the screen and are used as shortcuts to
select the most commonly used options for the selected page, window, or tab. To
select a soft key, press the key directly below it.
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Using Data Entry/Shortcut Keys
Use the data entry keys to enter alphanumeric data
into the unit, such as a waypoint name. Use data
entry keys in conjunction with the ROCKER. Press
the key once to select the rst letter on the key, twice
to select the second letter on the key, three times
to select the third letter on the key, or four times
to select the number on the key. When you have
selected the correct letter or number, pause, and
the unit advances the cursor to the next character
automatically.
Use the shortcut keys to jump to main pages or select
menu and list options by pressing the corresponding number of the selection.
For numbers 1-9, press the number to choose the selection. For numbers 10 and
higher, press the rst digit, and then press the second digit within one second.
Status Bar
At the top of each page, the status bar provides current status information
for connected devices and several of the GPSMAP 3206/3210 functions. As
additional devices are added to the unit or the Garmin Marine Network, an icon
for each device appears on the status bar.
Connected network devices Status bar
Alarm alerts also appear on the status bar. To acknowledge an alarm, press QUIT.
If an alarm condition persists, it appears on the status bar until the alarm condition
no longer exists. For more information about alarms, see pages 58-60.
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Turning on the GPSMAP 3206/3210
Before you turn on the GPSMAP 3206/3210, make sure the unit and GPS 17
antenna are correctly installed on your vessel according to the instructions in the
GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS 17 Installation Instructions.
The rst time you turn on the GPSMAP 3206/3210 and GPS 17 antenna, the
receiver must collect satellite data and establish its current location. To ensure
proper initialization, the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is shipped from the factory in
AutoLocate mode.
To turn on the GPSMAP 3206/3210:
1. PressandholdthePOWERkeyuntiltheunitturnson.
2. WhenI AgreeishighlightedontheWarningPage,pressENTERtoopen
theMapPage.
To turn off the GPSMAP 3206/3210:
 PressandholdthePOWERkeyuntiltheunitturnsoff.
Adjusting the Backlight
You can adjust the screen backlighting on the GPSMAP 3206/3210 from any
page by using the POWER/BACKLIGHT key.
To adjust the backlight level:
1. PressandreleasethePOWER/BACKLIGHT key.
2. PressupontheROCKERtoincreasethebrightness,orpressdownto
decrease.
TIP: After you open the Backlight adjustment window, press the
POWER/BACKLIGHT key repeatedly to cycle through the three
backlight settings: Highest, Middle, and Lowest.
Highest Lowest
3. PressENTERorQUITtoclosetheBacklightadjustmentwindow.

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Initializing the GPS Receiver
When you turn on the GPSMAP 3206/3210, a Warning Page appears, showing
unit information, network connections (attached devices), and important
information regarding the proper use of the unit. It takes a few seconds for the
GPSMAP 3206/3210 to search for attached devices. When the search is complete,
the I Agree button is highlighted. After reading the warning, press ENTER.
Next, you see the rst of the main pages, the Map Page. The GPSMAP 3206/3210
begins searching for the GPS satellites. The rst time the unit acquires satellites
takes several minutes. Afterward, acquisition times are quicker during normal
use. The GPS status icon on the left side of the status bar shows the progress of
the satellite acquisition process.
GPS status icon colors are:
Red—acquiring satellites/lost satellite reception.
Orange—ready for navigation/ready for navigation with WAAS.
Gray—lost GPS connection. (Check GPS antenna wiring connections.)
The GPS tab on the Main Menu contains a detailed visual reference of the
satellite acquisition, GPS receiver status, and accuracy.
To view the GPS tab information:
1. PressandholdADJ/MENUtoopentheMainMenu.
2. UsetheROCKERtohighlighttheGPStab.
When viewing the GPS Info sub tab, a signal strength bar for each satellite in
view appears on the right side of the page, with the appropriate satellite number
underneath each bar. The numbers below each bar represent the particular satellite
that is being received. Numbers above 33 indicate WAAS satellites. For more
information about WAAS, see page 103 in the “Appendix.”
•
•
•
The sky view shows a birds-eye view of the location of each satellite relative to
the receiver’s last known location. The outer circle represents the horizon (north
up), the inner circle 45º above the horizon, and the center point a location directly
overhead. You can also set the sky view to Track Up , which causes the top of the
sky view to align along your current track heading.
GPS Tab
Status eld
GPS status
icon
Status 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 green signal strength bars—the receiver has collected the necessary
data and the satellite(s) are ready for use.
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Receiver Status and Accuracy
The receiver status is shown in the Status eld on the Info sub tab. Current
accuracy is shown in the EPE (Estimated Position Error) eld. Accuracy uses the
number of received GPS satellites, signal strength, and satellite orientation, to
calculate location accuracy in feet or meters. The Status eld shows one of the
following conditions:
Searching for Satellites—the receiver is looking for any satellites and
collecting data from satellites visible at its last known or initialized
location, but has not collected enough data to calculate a x. This process
can take up to ve minutes.
Ready For Navigation—at least three satellites with good geometry have
been acquired, and your location is now being calculated in latitude and
longitude; or at least four satellites have been acquired, and your location
is being calculated in latitude, longitude, and elevation. “Ready For
Navigation with WAAS” appears when you are receiving WAAS satellite
corrections in 2D or 3D, and a D appears on the strength bar of satellites
being corrected.
After the receiver has collected information from at least three satellites, the
Status eld shows either “Ready for Navigation” or “Ready for Navigation with
WAAS.” The GPSMAP 3206/3210 is now ready for use. Press QUIT to return to
the Map Page.
GPS Setup
The Setup sub tab provides access to functions and features relating to initializing
the GPS receiver.
To access the GPS Setup sub tab:
1. PressandholdADJ/MENUtoopentheMainMenu.
2. HighlighttheGPStab,andthenhighlighttheSetup subtab.
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Setup Sub Tab
The Setup sub tab contains the following options:
Skyview Orientation—allows you to select a sky view orientation, either North
Up or Track Up, for the GPS Info sub tab only.
Source—set to Garmin when using a Garmin sensor (GPS 17); set to NMEA
when using any other GPS NMEA source.
WAAS—turns WAAS on or off.
The following soft keys are active only when the unit is not receiving satellites
and the Source is not set to Garmin:
AutoLocate—allows the receiver to nd your location automatically. This
process can take up to ve minutes.
Set Position—allows you to initialize the receiver from the Map Page to
initially help the receiver acquire satellites more quickly.
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Using Simulator Mode
Simulator Mode is great for practicing with the unit if you are indoors and
satellite signals are not available. When the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is in Simulator
Mode, the GPS receiver is turned off. The unit cannot be used for actual
navigation.
NOTE: Do not try to navigate in Simulator Mode because the GPS receiver is
turned off. Any satellite signal strength indicators shown are only simulations
and do not indicate the strength of actual satellite signals.
To turn on Simulator Mode:
1. PressandholdADJ/MENUtoopentheMainMenu.
2. PressupordownontheROCKERtohighlighttheSystemtab.
3. PressrightontheROCKERtohighlighttheGeneralsubtab,highlightthe
System Modeeld,andpressENTER.
4. HighlightSimulator,andpressENTER.
When Simulator Mode is active, the message “Simulating Operation” appears in
the status bar at the top of each page.
To set up Simulator Mode:
 HighlighttheSetupbutton,andpressENTER.TheSimulatorSetup
windowappears.Thefollowingoptionsareavailable:
Current Time/Date—enterasimulateddateandtime.
Speed—enterasimulatedspeed.
Track Control—selecttrackcontrol.Auto Tracksteerstothecurrent
navigationpoint;User TrackallowsyoutoenteraheadingintheTrack
eld.
Track—enterasimulatedheading.
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Use the Set Position soft key to set your location while in Simulator Mode.
You can also control the speed and track from the Compass or Highway Page.
Press up or down on the ROCKER to increase or decrease the speed; press left or
right to change the heading.
To turn off Simulator Mode:
1. PressandholdADJ/MENUtoopentheMainMenu.
2. PressupordownontheROCKERtohighlighttheSystemtab.
3. PressrightontheROCKERtohighlighttheGeneralsubtab,highlightthe
System Modeeld,andpressENTER.
4. HighlightNormal,andpressENTER.
When Normal Mode is active, the message “Normal Operation” appears in the
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Using the GPSMAP 3206/3210
This section explains how to enter and select information with the
GPSMAP 3206/3210.
Understanding the Features
The advanced keypad system on the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is designed to allow
you to select options and enter data quickly and conveniently. As you progress
through this owner’s manual, you are directed to press a specic key or highlight
a eld on the screen. When you are directed to press a key, you should press and
quickly release the key. If you need to hold down the key for a period of time
to activate a secondary function, the instructions tell you to do so. The location
of the highlight is controlled by the ROCKER. When a eld is selected on the
screen, it is highlighted in yellow.
The following terms are used throughout this manual:
Highlight—move the highlighted area on the screen up, down, left, or right
with the ROCKER to select individual elds. Moving the highlight to a
given location allows you to make a selection, begin data entry, or scroll
through a list.
Field—the location on a page where data or an option can be entered and
displayed. Highlight a eld using the ROCKER to begin entering data or
selecting options.
Soft keys—located along the bottom of the screen, soft keys are used as
shortcuts to select the most commonly used options for the selected page,
window, or tab. To select a soft key, press the key directly below it.
On-Screen button—use the ROCKER to highlight an on-screen button,
and press ENTER to select the button.
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Field
On-screen
button
Highlighted eld
Soft keys
Scroll bar—When viewing a list of items too long to show on the screen,
a scroll bar appears along the right side of the list. To scroll through a list,
press up or down on the ROCKER. Press right or left on the ROCKER to
scroll one page at a time.
Default—the factory setting saved in the unit’s memory. You can change
the settings, but you can also revert to the factory (default) settings when
you press the Factory Dts soft key on the System–General sub tab.
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Selecting Options and Entering Data
To select options and enter data, use the ROCKER to highlight or select an item
in a list or a eld on the screen. Use the ENTER key, soft keys, data entry keys,
and the ROCKER to select options, enter names and numbers in data elds, and
activate your selections.
To select an optional feature:
1. Fromanypage,pressADJ/MENU.Theadjustmentmenushowsalistof
optionalfeaturesspecictothatpage.
2. UsetheROCKERtomovethehighlightup,down,left,orrighttothe
selectionyouwant,andpressENTERtoselecttheoption.
OR
Pressthesoftkeybelowtheoptionyouwanttoselect.
To select an on-screen button:
 Onapagewithon-screenbuttons,usetheROCKERtohighlightan
on-screenbutton,andpressENTER.
To select an option using soft keys:
 Pressthe buttonbelowthesoftkeyyouwanttoselect.
To select an option using data entry shortcut keys:
1.Fromanypage,pressADJ/MENU. Theadjustmentmenuforthecurrent
pageorselectedfunctionappears.
2. Pressthedataentrykeythatcorrespondstotheoptionyouwanttoselect.
Fornumbers10andhigher,presstherstdigit,andthenpressthesecond
digitwithinonesecond.
Data entry
key shortcut
numbers
Soft keys
To exit a menu or return to the previous setting:
 PressQUIT.TheQUITkeymovesbackwardthroughyoursteps.Press
QUITrepeatedlytoreturntothestartingpage.
To enter data in a data eld:
1. UsetheROCKERtohighlightthedataeld,andpressENTERtoeditit.
2. PressupordownontheROCKERtoselectcharacters.Pressandrelease
theROCKERtomovecharacterbycharacterthroughthelist;pressand
holdtheROCKERtomoverapidlythroughthelist.

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3. PressrightontheROCKERtomovetothenextcharacterontheline
orpresslefttomovebacktothepreviouscharacter.Pressleftonthe
ROCKERfromtherstcharacterpositiontocleartheeld.Ifthereare
morethantwolinesofdata,keeppressingrightontheROCKERtogoto
thenextline.
4. PressENTERtoacceptdataandmovetothenextprogrammableeld.
Not all data elds are programmable. When moving about a page with these
elds, the highlight skips them.
Using Additional Map Data
The GPSMAP 3206/3210 comes preloaded with the latest Marine Detail
Charts of the United States coastline (including Alaska and Hawaii) using
BlueChart
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g2™ technology. This cartography features integrated mapping, 2-D
or 3-D map perspective, tide and current data, improved IALA symbols, navaids,
marinas, boat ramps, roads, and more.
With optional preprogrammed BlueChart g2 Garmin data cards, you can access
additional data including highly detailed coastal roads and points of interest such
as restaurants, lodging, local attractions and more. Full-color aerial photographs
of ports, marinas, bridges, and navigational landmarks are also included on many
preprogrammed BlueChart g2 data cards.
See your Garmin dealer or visit the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for
more information on available pre-programmed Garmin data cards and other
MapSource programs.
NOTE: When networking with a Garmin GPSMAP 4000 or 5000 series unit,
map data is not shared.
Using the Map Pointer
Use the map pointer to pan away from your current location and scroll to other
map areas around the world (even outside of your current detail coverage). As
you pan past the edge of the current map display, the screen actively scrolls
forward to provide continuous map coverage. An hourglass symbol appears by
the pointer while the unit is busy drawing new map detail.
Controlled by the ROCKER, the map pointer is an important tool that can be
used to pan to other map locations, mark and edit waypoints and routes, and
review location data of on-screen map items and waypoints.
Map item name, pointer coordinates,
distance, and bearing
Map
pointer
To move the map pointer:
 PresstheROCKERtomovethemappointerup,down,left,right,or
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As you move the map pointer, the distance and bearing from your current
location to the map pointer are shown in the upper-left corner of the map, with
the map pointer’s location coordinates. Keep in mind that when the map pointer
is stationary, the distance and bearing from your present location changes as your
boat moves. The map pointer can also be used to snap to on-screen waypoints and
map items, allowing you to review a selected location directly from the map.
To select an on-screen waypoint or map item with the map pointer:
1. UsetheROCKERtomovethepointertothewaypointormapitem.When
awaypointormapitemisselected,itishighlightedon-screenwiththe
nameandlocationshown.
2. PressENTER toviewmapitemdetails.Ifwaypointsaregroupedtightly
togetherduetotheRangesetting,additionaltabsappearontheReview
WaypointPage.UsetheROCKER tohighlighttheindividualtabstoview
theinformationandadditionaloptions.
Additional
information
tabs
Map
window
To eliminate the pointer and re-center your location on the map:
 PressQUIT.
To view additional BlueChart chart notes:
1. Selectanon-screenBlueChartmapitem,andpressENTER.
2. UsetheROCKERtohighlighttheChart <name>tab.Achartsummary
appearsbelowthetab.
3. HighlighttheNotessoftkey,andpressENTER.Notesforthechartappear.
4. Highlightthenoteseld,andpressENTER
5. UsetheROCKERtoscrollthetextupordown.
6. PressQUITtoexit.