Garmin PERSONAL NAVIGATOR GPS 95 XL User manual

GPS 95 XL
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OWNER'S MANUAL
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GPS 95 XL
Personal NavigatorTM
OWNER'S MANUAL

© 1994 GARMIN, 9875 Widmer Road, Lenexa, KS 66215, USA
Printed in Taiwan.
All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical,
including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the
express written permission of GARMIN.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
GARMIN reserves the right to change or improve their products and to
make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or
organization of such changes or improvements.
August, 1994 190-00080-00 Rev. A

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PREFACE
GARMIN thanks you for selecting our high performance, full featured
Personal NavigatorTM. The GPS 95 represents our continued commitment
to provide you with a portable navigation unit that is versatile, extremely
accurate, and easy to use. We are confident you will enjoy using your unit
for many years to come.
TheGPS95'sruggedconstructionandqualitycomponentsofferthereliability
demanded by the harshest operating environments. It may be used in
aircraft,marinevesselsandlandvehicles,aswellasbyhunters,hikers,and
militaryforces. Theunitmaybeoperatedportablyusingitsownbatterypack,
or it may use a 5-40 volt DC external power source for fixed mounted
applications. You can even use a 115- or 230-volt AC adaptor for planning
trips at home.
This manual and accompanying quick reference guide provide complete
informationonsafelyoperatingtheGPS95toitsfullpotential. Sampletrips
have been planned for you to practice your navigation skills using the built-
insimulator. Afterwards,tryatripofyourowntorealizethevalueoftheGPS
95 as your Personal NavigatorTM. If you have any questions or comments,
ourProductSupportDepartmentiseagertoserveyouat1-800-800-1020or
913-599-1515. GARMINisfullycommittedtoyoursatisfactionasacustomer.
GARMIN / Europe Ltd.
Robert House, Station Approach
Romsey, Hampshire SO51 8DU UK
GARMIN International
9875 Widmer Road
Lenexa, KS 66215 USA

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CAUTION
TheGPSsystemis operated by thegovernmentofthe United States which
issolelyresponsibleforitsaccuracyandmaintenance. Thesystemisunder
developmentandissubjecttochangeswhichcouldaffecttheaccuracyand
performance of all GPS equipment. Although the GPS 95 is a precision
electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or
misinterpreted,andthereforebecomeunsafe. UsetheGPS95atyourown
risk. To reduce the risk, carefully review and understand all aspects of this
Owner'sManualandthoroughlypracticeoperationusingthesimulatormode
prior to actual use. When in actual use, carefully compare indications from
theGPS95toallavailablenavigationsourcesincludingtheinformationfrom
otherNAVAIDs,visualsightings,charts,etc. Forsafety,alwaysresolveany
discrepancies before continuing navigation.
NOTE
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
Bdigitaldevice, pursuant toPart15of the FCCRules. Operationis subject
to the following two 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.
This device generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmfulinterferencetoradiocommunications. However,thereisnoguarantee
thatinterference will notoccur inaparticular installation. Ifthisdevice does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the device off and on, you are encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
· Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
· Increase the separation between this device and the receiver.
· Connectthisdevicetoanoutletonadifferentcircuitthanthattowhich
the receiver is connected.
· Consult the dealer or an experience radio/TV technician for help.
This device contains no user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be
performedby anauthorized GARMINservicecenter. Unauthorizedrepairs
ormodificationstothisdevicecouldvoidyourwarrantyandyourauthorityto
operate this device under Part 15 regulations.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER PAGE
1 INTRODUCING THE GARMIN GPS 95 1-1
1.1 Capabilities 1-1
1.2 Aviation Database 1-2
1.3 Basic Package 1-3
1.4 Optional Accessories 1-5
1.5 OperationalMode 1-6
2 GETTING STARTED 2-1
2.1 Front Panel 2-1
2.2 Softkey Operation 2-1
2.3 Cursor and Fields 2-2
2.4 Keypad Operation 2-2
2.5 Entering Data 2-4
2.6 Viewing Messages 2-5
2.7 Turning the GPS 95 On 2-5
2.8 Turning the GPS 95 Off 2-7
2.9 Learning to Use the GPS 95 2-8
3 WAYPOINTS AND AIRSPACES 3-1
3.1 Waypoint Categories 3-2
3.2 AirportInformation 3-3
3.3 VOR Information 3-6
3.4 NDB Information 3-7
3.5 IntersectionInformation 3-8
3.6 User Waypoint Information 3-9
3.7 Creating User Waypoints 3-10
3.8 Waypoint List 3-12
3.9 Using Waypoints 3-13
3.10 Using Waypoints by Scanning 3-14
3.11 Reviewing Waypoints 3-16
3.12 Nearest Waypoints 3-17
3.13 SUA Page and Messages 3-18

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4 GETTING THERE FAST - GOTO 4-1
5 NAVIGATION INFORMATION 5-1
5.1 Navigation Summary Page 5-1
5.2 Map Display 5-3
5.3 MapConfiguration 5-5
5.4 Present Position 5-6
5.5 Sample Trip 5-7
6 ROUTES 6-1
6.1 RouteDefinition 6-2
6.2 Creating and Copying Routes 6-3
6.3 Activating and Inverting Routes 6-4
6.4 Editing Routes 6-4
6.5 Deleting Routes 6-5
6.6 Active Route 6-5
6.7 Route List 6-6
7 AUTOSTORETM 7-1
7.1 Creating Waypoints with AutoStoreTM 7-1
7.2 Building Routes with AutoStoreTM 7-2
8 GPS STATUS AND MENU PAGES 8-1
8.1 Bar Graph Page 8-2
8.2 Satellite Status Page 8-3
8.3 Satellite Skyview Page 8-4
8.4 Menu Pages 8-4
8.5 Operating Mode/Nearest Airport Search 8-5
8.6 Units/Heading Setup 8-6
8.7 Map Datum Selection 8-7
8.8 Audio and Display Setup 8-8
8.9 Track Log Setup 8-9
8.10 SUA Alarms 8-11
8.11 Arrival Alarm / CDI Setup 8-12
8.12 Input/OutputSetup 8-14
8.13 Beacon Receiver Setup 8-16
8.14 Messages 8-17

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8.15 Density Altitude / True Airspeed / Winds Aloft 8-17
8.16 Trip and Fuel Planning 8-18
8.17 Date/Time Settings 8-20
8.18 Sunrise/Sunset Planning 8-21
8.19 Vertical Navigation Planning 8-22
9 SAMPLE TRIP USING ROUTES 9-1
10 SUA FEATURES EXPLAINED! 10-1
10.1 Flying Toward and Entering an SUA 10-1
10.2 Flying Near an SUA's Boundary 10-3
10.3 Sectorized Airspace - Near versus Ahead 10-4
10.4 Multiple SUAs 10-5
APPENDICES
A MESSAGES A-1
B GLOSSARY AND NAVIGATION TERMS B-1
B.1 Definitions B-1
B.2 Course To Steer (CTS) B-3
C INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE C-1
C.1 Specifications C-1
C.2 Electrical Wiring C-3
C.3 Yoke Mount Installation C-4
C.4 Yoke Mount Operation C-8
C.5 Surface Mounting C-10
C.6 Portable Antenna Installation C-12
C.7 Battery Pack Operation C-12
C.8 Maintenance C-13
C.9 Product Support C-14
D MAP DATUMS D-1
E UTC TIME TO LOCAL TIME OFFSET E-1
F INDEX F-1

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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCING THE GARMIN GPS 95
1.1 CAPABILITIES
The GPS 95 provides a host of powerful capabilities which were previously
found only in much larger systems:
·Performance: MultiTracTM receiver tracks and uses up to eight
satellites with high sensitivity, fast first fix, and continuous navigation
updates.
·Portability: Goes anywhere - air, sea or land. Built-in simulator for
trip planning or practicing navigation skills anywhere.
·EaseofUse: Graphicscreensandintuitiveguidancefromthedisplay
offer ease of operation.
·Convenience: Extensivedatabase(AmericasorInternational),covers
airports, VORs, NDBs, intersections, special-use airspaces and
controlled airspaces. Update the database at home or in your office
using your PC.
·Navigation: Stores500 alphanumericuserwaypoints;20reversible
routes of 30 waypoints each. GOTO function sets instantaneous
coursetowaypointofyourchoice. AutoStoreTM functionbuildsroutes
asyougo. Aflashing message annunciator keeps youfullyinformed
of your navigation status.
·Personalized: Customizeyour unitbyselecting distanceandspeed
units,CourseDeviationIndicator(CDI)sensitivity,keypadanddisplay
features, map datums, and interface options.
·LowPowerConsumption: BatterySaveroperationdrawslessthan
1.5 watts; provides up to four hours of continuous operation with the
AA battery pack.
·TripPlanning:Analyzedistance,time,andfuelrequirementsforyour
trip. Compute time of sunrise/sunset at your destination. Calculate
density altitude before you take off and true airspeed as you fly.
Verticalnavigationguidesyoutoyourcruisingaltitudeandputsyouin
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·Alarms:AnalarmclockandtimerallowtheGPS95towatchtheclock
for you. Arrival, CDI and special-use/controlled airspace alerts help
you safely navigate your aircraft.
·Interfaces: Interface with PC-based moving map programs using
NMEA 0183 output, with Differential GPS (DGPS) beacon receivers
usingRTCM(SC-104version2.0)input,orwithmarineautopilotsand
graphic plotters using NMEA 0180/0182/0183 outputs. An optional
PCkitisalsoavailabletodownloaduserwaypointsandroutestoyour
PC for permanent record.
We encourage you to read this manual and experiment using the built-in
simulator. ThiswillhelpyouquicklymasterthemanyfeaturesoftheGPS95.
1.2 AVIATION DATABASE
TheGPS95featuresaJeppesendatabaseprovidingdirectaccesstoeither
AmericasorInternationalnavigationinformation. WhentheGPS95isturned
on the display will show which database the unit contains. Information
contained in the database is as follows:
·Airports:Identifier,city/state,country,facilityname,latitude,longitude,
elevation, and fuel services.
·VORs: Identifier,city/state,country,facilityname,latitude,longitude,
frequency and co-located DME (or TACAN).
·NDBs: Identifier,city/state,country, facilityname,latitude, longitude
and frequency.
·Intersections: Identifier, country, latitude and longitude.
·Communication Frequencies: ATIS, ground, tower, multicom and
unicom. (Multicom and unicom frequencies are grouped together
under a “unicom” designation.)
·Runways: Runway designations, length, surface, lighting (including
frequencyforpilot-controlledlighting),andgraphicrunwayconfiguration.
·Special-use and Controlled Airspaces: Alert, caution, danger,
MOA,restricted,training,warningandprohibitedareas. ClassB/CTA
and Class C / TMA airspaces.
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InternationalDatabasecoversEurope,Africa,Asia,AustraliaandGreenland.
(Hawaii is contained within both database versions.) Updates for the GPS
95database,available every28days, maybepurchased fromGARMINon
aone-timebasisorbysubscriptionservice. Whenorderingyourfirstupdate,
acableisalsorequiredforconnectiontoaPC-compatiblecomputer. (Order
cable separately at time of purchase.) Database update software will
automatically transfer the latest information into your GPS 95 making the
update process quick and simple. Your local GARMIN dealer may also be
equipped to update the database for you.
1.3 BASIC PACKAGE
Your GARMIN GPS 95 basic package includes:
· GPS 95 Unit
· AA Battery Pack
· Detachable Antenna
· Remote Antenna Cable w/Suction Cup Mount
· Yoke Mount
· Surface Mount
· Carrying Case
· Self-coiling Power/Data Cable
· Cigarette Lighter Adaptor
· Permanent Installation Wire Harness
· Lanyard
· Battery Terminal Cover
· Owner's Manual
· Quick Reference Card
· Warranty Card
ThebasicpackageallowsyoutouseyourGPS95forbothportableandfixed
operations. The unit may be operated from the AA battery pack, or from an
external power source (5-40VDC) using the cigarette lighter adapter or
permanent installation wire harness.
Handheld Operation:
Forhandheldoperation,theGPS95ispoweredby aAAbatterypackwhich
should be filled with four high quality alkaline batteries commonly found in
retail stores. The detachable antenna is placed directly on the right side of
the unit. The carrying case will protect your GPS 95 when the unit is not in
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In order to track GPS satellites, the unit must be situated with the antenna
pointedstraightup and shouldnotbeblocked by objectsorpeople. (Signal
receptionthroughthinfabric,suchascanvas,maybeadequatebutdegraded).
When using the GPS 95 inside the cockpit it may be desirable to use the
remote antenna cable for better satellite visibility. The detachable antenna
isremovedfromtheGPS95andreplacedbyoneendoftheremoteantenna
cable. The antenna is then placed on the other end of the cable and, using
thesuctioncupmount,issituatedwherethebestsatellitevisibilityispossible.
Youmayneedtoexperimenttodeterminethebestlocationfortheantenna.
(See Appendix C for removal of the detachable antenna.)
A lanyard is provided to prevent accidental dropping of your GPS 95.
Connect the lanyard to the eyelet on the back (at the top) of the unit
Fixed Mount Operation:
A surface mount is supplied for panel mount installation. The lower half of
the surface mount is also used with the yoke mount. (See Appendix C for
instructions on yoke mount installation.) The unit may be operated using
aircraftpowerthroughthecigarettelighteradaptororthepermanentinstallation
wire harness. Note that there are three cable assemblies (not counting the
remoteantennacable). Theself-coilingpower/datacableplugsdirectlyinto
the back of the GPS 95. The other end of the self-coiling power/data cable
plugs into either the cigarette lighter adapter or the permanent installation
wire harness, according to your needs or preferences.
Whileusingaircraftpower,youmaywishtoleavethebatterypackintheunit.
Intheevent of aircraftpowerfailure, the GPS95will automatically switchto
battery power. If you do not desire to leave the battery pack on the unit, a
battery terminal cover is supplied to protect the battery contacts. Remove
the battery pack from the GPS 95 and slide the battery terminal cover on in
its place. (See Appendix C for removal of the battery pack.)
In addition to supplying power to the unit, the permanent installation wire
harnessallowsyoutointerfaceyourGPS95withaPC-compatiblecomputer
or an ARGUSTM unit. When connected to a PC-compatible computer, the
GPS 95 will provide navigation information for many of the of the popular
moving map programs. (See Appendix C for connection of the GPS 95 to
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1.4 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
The following optional accessories are available for your specific needs:
· Rechargeable NiCad Battery Kit
· PC Database Update Kit
· PCX5AVD Software Kit
Rechargeable NiCad Battery Kit:
A rechargeable NiCad battery kit is available for use with the GPS 95. This
kit includes a rechargeable NiCad battery, an AC adaptor and a drop-in
chargerbase. Usingthedrop-inchargerbase,theNiCadbatteryischarged
in12-14hours(nottoexceed24hours). TherechargeableNiCadbatterykit
allowsyoutousetheGPS95portablyforextendedperiods(uptoeighthours
per charge).
PC Database Update Kit:
The PC Database Update Kit allows you to update the GPS 95's aviation
database(Americasor International) at home,orinyour office, usingaPC-
compatible computer. The PC Database Update Kit includes the database
diskette(s)andinstructions. Whenorderingyourfirstupdate,besuretoalso
order aPC interface cable (part no. 9541). This cable, which connects to
a COM port on your PC, is not part of the update kit.
PCX5AVD Software Kit:
The PCX5AVD Software Kit allows you to download route, waypoint and
trackdatafromtheGPS95toyourPC-compatiblecomputer. Youmayalso
edit this data and upload it back into the GPS 95. With the software kit you
can plot data files and/or display current position in real-time on your
computer's monitor. Data files can be printed for future reference. For
planningpurposes,thesoftwarekitprovidesanimatedsatelliteorbitdisplays
andallowsyoutoprinta satellite visibility chart. The software kit includes a
3.5" diskette, an instruction manual and a PC interface cable. This cable
can be used with both the PCX5AVD Software Kit and the PC Database
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1.5 OPERATIONAL MODES
While using your GPS 95, you may select from one of four operational
modes: Normal or Battery Saver modes for actual navigation, Simulator
mode for practicing/trip planning, or AutoLocate™ mode to determine your
newpositionwhentravellingseveralhundredmilesbetweenuses. InNormal
andBattery Savermodes,typicaltimeto firstfix islessthan2.5minutes. (If
youhaveused yourunitwithin the hour,it may takeaslittle as15seconds.)
In Simulator mode the GPS 95 will not acquire satellites, but will display a
position based on the last known location or any other position that you
designate.
Normalmodeofferscontinuousnavigationupdatesandshouldbeselected
whentheGPS95willbeusedinahighdynamicsenvironment(i.e.,frequent
speed and heading changes). The GPS 95 will typically operate over three
hoursusingtheAAbatterypack,oroverfivehoursusingtheoptionalNiCad
battery pack.
BatterySavermode,suitableformostapplications,offerspositionupdates
that adapt to your needs while extending battery life. The GPS 95 will
typically operate over four hours using the AA battery pack, or over eight
hours using the optional NiCad battery pack.
Simulator mode allows you to simulate the operation of the GPS 95 while
athomeorinyouroffice. Thesimulatormodecanbeselectedwhilelearning
touse yourGPS 95andisidealfor planningroutes andentering waypoints.
KeepinmindthattheGPS95isnottrackingsatellitesinthesimulatormode.
YOUSHOULDNEVERATTEMPTTOUSETHESIMULATORMODEFOR
ACTUAL NAVIGATION.
AutoLocate™ modeisused whentheGPS95 hasbeenmoved more than
one thousand miles from its last known position. This mode forces the
receivertosearchforanewsetofsatellitesandcomputeyournewposition.
Once a new position is obtained, the GPS 95 will automatically revert to
whichever mode you previously used, Normal or Battery Saver.
NOTE:InlieuofselectingAutoLocatemode,youmayenteramoreaccurate
initial position directly on the Present Position Page to speed up the
acquisitionprocessinNormalorBatterySavermodes. (Section5.4provides
more information on the Present Position Page.)

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CHAPTER 2
GETTING STARTED
2.1 FRONT PANEL
Thefrontpanelconsistsofa20-keykeypadwitha85x64-pixelLCDdisplay.
Both the display and keypad may be illuminated for nighttime operation.
2.2 SOFTKEY OPERATION
Information displayed on the LCD is referred to as a “page.” The GPS 95
works with “softkey” operation. At the bottom of the screen is a list of page
options. Toselectadifferentpage,presstheappropriatekey(“1”,“2”,or“3”)
below the desired option. Please note that the page options must be
highlighted in order to use the softkeys. On the bottom line, extreme right,
is the page annunciator which indicates the current page you are viewing.
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2.3 CURSOR AND FIELDS
The area of the page which is highlighted in reverse video is called the
cursor. The cursor may be moved to locations on the page called fields
whichallowyoutoenterdataorchangeoptions. Youwillencounterfivetypes
of fields.
·Numeric fields accept numbers only.
·Alphanumeric fields accept numbers as well as letters.
·Cyclic fieldsallow selection from several available options. A cyclic
field is preceded by a prompt ( ). You may cycle through the choices
by pushing CLR.
·Confirmationfieldsallowyoutoindicateyourapproval. Forexample,
you will be asked to confirm that you want to delete a waypoint.
Confirmation fields always end with a “?” character. Press ENT to
approve the confirmation field.
·Bar fields allow an adjustable scale entry with the length of the bar
representingtheminimumtomaximumsetting. Usethearrowkeysto
make adjustments in bar fields.
2.4 KEYPAD OPERATION
ThePWR/STATkey is a dualfunctionkeythat controlsunitpower
andsystemstatus. Pressingthiswhentheunitisoffwillturntheunit
on. Toturntheunitoff,pressand holdPWR/STATuntilthedisplay
is blank.
PressingPWR/STAT momentarilywhile theunit ison willtake you
tothestatus pages. (See Chapter8.) Ifthe message annunciator
isflashingandthetone sounds,youmaypushPWR/STATtoview
the message.
Bar Field
Confirmation Field
Cyclic Field

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WPT
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GOTO
Pressing GOTO allows you to instantly define a destination
waypoint and plot a course from present position to that
destination. (See Chapter 4.)
Pressing AUTOSTOre allows you to capture your present
position instantaneously. (See Chapter 7.)
Pressing NAV allows you to view position and navigation
information as well as the Map Display. (See Chapter 5.)
TheWPT/SUAkeyisadualfunctionkeythatallowsyoutoview
information about airports, NAVAIDs, intersections and user
waypoints; or about nearby special-use/controlled airspaces.
The WPT/SUA key allows you to create, edit, delete, and
rename user waypoints. This key is also used to view nearest
waypoints. (See Chapter 3.)
The RTE key allows you to create, edit, review, activate, and
delete routes. (See Chapter 6.)
Pressingeitherofthearrowkeysallowsyoutomovethe
cursor,scrollthroughinformationlists,andenterletters
of the alphabet.
The alphanumeric keys allow you to enter letters and
numbers. Use the arrow keys to select the desired
letter or number from a given alphanumeric key.
Pressing this key while the cursor is not on a numeric or
alphanumeric field allows you to change the backlight level.
There are two backlighting levels.
Pressing CLR erases information in the cursor field. If the
cursor is over a cyclic field, pressing CLR will toggle through
several available options.
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2.5 ENTERING DATA
You may enter data such as waypoint identifiers and user waypoint
coordinates on certain pages. To enter data you must first move the
cursor to the desired field by pressing the right or left arrow key. A data
entryoperationiscompletedbypressingtheENTkey. Ifanerrorismade
duringthedataentryprocess,presstheCLRkeytoremovetheerroneous
character.
To enter a number...
· Pressthekeythatislabeledwiththedesirednumber. Thenumbers
willfillin fromtheright side ofthe field andmoveto theleftas each
new number is entered. For example, if you wish to enter “51” in a
threespacefield,youmustpressthe5and1keysinthatorder. You
donothavetoenteraleadingzero. (Note: Whenenteringnumbers
in an alphanumeric field press the key that is labeled with the
desired number, then press the right or left arrow key twice.)
· Press CLR if you enter an incorrect number.
· PressENTwhenyouhavefilledallsignificantdigitsofthefieldwith
numbers.
To enter a letter...
· Press the key that is labeled with the desired letter.
· Pressthe rightor leftarrowkeyuntilthe desiredletter isdisplayed.
· Press CLR if you enter an incorrect letter.
· Press ENT when all the characters are entered.
TheGPS95featuresakeypadfeedbacktonewhichwillsoundeachtime
youpressakey. Ifyouenterdatawhichisnotappropriateforthefield,the
feedback tone will quickly sound three times indicating an error. The
keypad feedback tone can be turned off if you wish. (See Section 8.8.)

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2.6 VIEWING MESSAGES
From time to time, the GPS 95 will use a message to tell you of conditions
needing attention. When the GPS 95 has a new message, the MSG
annunciatorwill flash. Whenthis occurs,press PWR/STATto viewthe new
message(s). PressPWR/STATagaintoseethepageyouwereviewingprior
to reading the message. (See Appendix A for a complete list of GPS 95
messages.)
WhiletheMSGannunciatorisflashing,theGPS95willalsogenerateatone
to alert you of the message. (If your unit is connected to an external alarm,
itwillalso be activated.) Messages thatdemandimmediateattention, such
asanarrivalalarm,generateaquicktonethatwillnotstopuntilyouviewthe
message. All other messages generate a slow tone that will cease after 15
seconds. Themessagetonemaybeturnedoffifyouwish. (SeeSection8.8.)
Important messages will remain on the Message Page after being viewed.
If this occurs, the MSG annunciator will be in view but will not flash. (If no
messages exist, the MSG annunciator will not be visible.) To review these
messages, press PWR/STAT to reveal the status page options, then press
thekeyunderneaththe“MENU”pageoption. Withthearrowkeys,highlight
“Messages” and press ENT.
2.7 TURNING THE GPS 95 ON
When the GPS 95 is turned on it will automatically perform internal checks
to ensure proper operation, begin acquiring satellites and, once a sufficient
number are received, display your present position. To see this power on
sequence, take the GPS 95 outside to a location that is well away from
buildings and other structures that might limit its view of the sky.
AfteryouturnyourGPS95on,itwillconductaseriesofselftestsanddisplay
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Following completion of the tests, the
DatabasePagewilldisplaytheeffective
date, cycle and expiration date of the
database. TheGPS95willstillfunction
withanexpireddatabase;however,you
must exercise extreme caution and
always verify that the database
information is correct before use.
(WARNING:Theaccuracyofthedatais
assured only if current. Pilots using an
out-of-date database do so entirely at
their own risk.)
Press ENT to approve the Database
Page.
The Satellite Bar Graph Page will be
displayed, and the GPS 95 will begin
acquiringsatellites.
After a position is found (and if no keys
havebeenpressed),the Position Page
willbedisplayedandtheunitisreadyfor
normal operation. The process of
satellite acquisition is fully automatic
and, under normal circumstances, will
takeapproximately2-3minutestoobtain
navigation information. (If the unit has
been used in the past hour, it may take
as little as 15 seconds. If the GPS 95
hasbeenmovedseveralhundredmiles
ormoresince it waslastused,you may
want to select AutoLocate mode to
determine your new location. Refer to
Section 8.5 for more information on
selecting AutoLocate mode.)