Garmin GPSMAP 180 User manual

GPSMAP
180
OWNERS MANUAL
AND REFERENCE

© 1999 GARMIN Corproation
Garmin International, Inc., 1200 E. 151st Street, Olathe, KS 66062 USA
Tel: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Garmin (Europe) Ltd., Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey SO51 9AQ UK
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Garmin (Asia) Corp., 3F, No. 1, Lane 45, Pao Hsing Road, Hsin Tien, Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C.
Tel: [phone]-4107 FAX: [phone]-1758

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INTRODUCTION
Foreword
GARMIN
TM
, Micro G-chart
TM
, AutoLocate
TM
,
TracBack
TM
and PhaseTrac12
TM
are trademarks
of GARMIN Corporation and may only be used
with permission. All rights are reserved.
Software Version 4.02 or above
Internal Database Version 3.00
Micro G-chart
TM
cartridge data is copyrighted by Navionics Corporation and
GARMIN Corporation and may not be copied or used for any other purpose with-
out permission.
© Copyright 1999
GARMIN Corporation
All Rights Reserved
Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may be reproduced,
copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded or stored in any storage medium,
for any purpose without the express prior written consent of GARMIN
Corporation. GARMIN Corporation hereby grants permission to download a sin-
gle copy of this manual and of any revision to this manual onto a hard drive or
other electronic storage medium to be viewed and to print one copy of this manu-
al or of any revision hereto, provided that such electronic or printed copy of this
manual or revision must contain the complete text of this copyright notice and
provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or
any revision hereto is strictly prohibited.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. GARMIN
reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the
content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes
or improvements.
March 1999 Part #190-00157-10 Rev. A Printed in Taiwan.

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 180 is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any
NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.
Use the GPSMAP 180 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 180 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 for
home or office use. 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 GPSMAP180 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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INTRODUCTION
Cautions
CAUTION!
The GARMIN GPSMAP 180 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.

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INTRODUCTION
Capabilities
Designed for detailed electronic charting and simple operation, the GARMIN
GPSMAP 180 is a powerful navigation device that can help guide you in water-
ways around the world:
Precision Performance
 160 x 240 pixel High-contrast 4-level gray 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
 Gasketed 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
 Micro 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