Manual de instrucciones de Garmin GPSMAP 180

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OWNER’S MANUAL
AND REFERENCE
GPSMAP
180

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© 1999 GARMIN Corproation Garmin International, Inc., 1200 E. 151st Street, Olathe, KS 66062 USA Tel: 913-397-8200 FAX: 913-397-8282 Garmin (Europe) Ltd., Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey SO51 9AQ UK Tel: 011-44-1794-519944 FAX: 011-44-1794-519222 Garmin (Asia) Corp., 3F, No. 1, Lane 45, Pao Hsing Road, Hsin Tien, Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C. Tel: 011-886-02-2917-4107 FAX: 011-886-02-2917-1758

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Software Version 4.02 or above INTRODUCTION Internal Database Version 3.00 TM Micro G-chart cartridge data is copyrighted by Navionics Corporation and Foreword 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, TM TM TM GARMIN , Micro G-chart , AutoLocate , copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded or stored in any

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INTRODUCTION 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 Cautions 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 a

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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 TM • PhaseTrac12 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

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INTRODUCTION LIMITED WARRANTY 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

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INTRODUCTION PREFACE Preface Congratulations on choosing one of the most advanced marine navigation sys- tems available! The GARMIN GPSMAP 180 combines the proven performance of GARMIN GPS with powerful Micro G-Chart electronic charting for detailed car- tography 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 manual is broken down into two sections for y

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INTRODUCTION Packing List 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 180 Unit • External Antenna and 30’ cable • Power/Data Cable • Mounting Bracket and Knobs • Owner’s Manual • Quick Reference Card Optional Accessories: • Micro G-chart Electronic Chart Cartridges • PC Kit vi

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Foreword .........................................................................................................................i Cautions..........................................................................................................................ii GETTING STARTED Capabilities/Warranty ................................................................................................iii-iv Preface/Packing List..........................................................................

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Section 3: Map Page.................................................................................................22-29 Map Page Overview & Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 GETTING STARTED Map Modes Position Mode & Cursor Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Table Of Contents Using the Cursor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Selecting Map Scales “Over Zoom” & ”No Map” . .

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Section 8: Routes .....................................................................................................47-54 Creating a Route On Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Reviewing and Editing Routes On Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 GETTING STARTED Route Edit Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49-50 Table Of Contents Route Edit Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Turns the unit on and off and controls 3-level INTRODUCTION P screen backlighting. Keypad Usage Scrolls the main pages in sequence and returns J display from a submenu page to a main page. Captures your present position and displays the M mark position window. Displays the GOTO waypoint window, allowing you to select the destination waypoint. Press G GOTO twice to select a destination waypoint from the map. The GPSMAP 180’s advanced keypad sys- tem is designed to allow for fast, convenient Displ

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Initializing the Receiver GETTING STARTED The first time you power up your new GPSMAP 180 is an important step in get- ting the best possible GPS performance. The receiver must be given an opportunity Initialization to collect satellite data and establish its present position. To ensure proper initializa- TM tion, the GPSMAP 180 is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate mode, which will allow the receiver to “find itself” anywhere in the world. To speed up the initializa- tion process, we recomm

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The select initialization window will appear, with the ‘select from map’ option highlighted. GETTING STARTED 1. Press to initialize the receiver from the built-in worldwide map. T Initialization The Map Page will appear, prompting you to select your approximate present posi- tion with the map cursor. 1. Use the keypad to move the map cursor to a location close to your present position. If you R have difficulty identifying your exact position, press the key to zoom in to a lower map scale. C 2.

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GPSMAP 180 Getting-Started Tour The GARMIN GPSMAP 180 is a powerful electronic charting/navigating system that provides detailed chart coverage and convenient control of many advanced GETTING STARTED features right from the map display. This tour is designed to take you through the Power On & Screen Contrast 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 per

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Status Field GETTING STARTED Satellite Horizontal Accuracy Sky View Satellite Page & Simulator Mode Dilution of Precision Signal Strength Indicators Status Bar The GPSMAP 180’s Satellite 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 180’s system also features an options page, which gives you access to other functions and features that relate to the spec

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GETTING STARTED Page Sequence & Position Page The Satellite Page is one of four main pages used in the GPSMAP 180’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 and keys. To continue J Q the tour, let’s move on to the next page, the Position Page. Graphic To scroll to the next page in sequence: CompassTape 1. Press the key. J Data Fields The GPSMAP 180’s Position Page shows where you are, what direction

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To mark your present position: 1. Press the key. The mark position page will appear, with a default three-digit way- M GETTING STARTED point name and symbol. 2. Use the keypad to highlight the waypoint name field (001) and press . R T Marking A Position 3. Press the LEFT ARROW of the keypad to clear the name field. R 4. Use the keypad to enter the name ‘DOCK’, using the UP and DOWN arrows to select R each letter, and the RIGHT arrow key to advance to the next character position. If you make a mi

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The GPSMAP 180’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 GETTING STARTED we take off on our practice route, let’s take a brief look at its various features and displays. Map Page Data Fields Boat Icon Map Scale A The map display, located in the middle of the page, shows your boat as a trian- B gle marker on an elec

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Using the Map Cursor Working from the Map Page is a simple process that centers around the use of the GETTING STARTED cursor. Controlled by the keypad, the cursor is an important tool that can be R used to pan to other map locations, mark and edit waypoints and routes, and review Using the Map Cursor position data of on-screen navaids and waypoints. To get a feel for using the Map Page and using the cursor, try the following exercise: 1. Use the C key to set the map scale to the 64 nm setting. Y