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GPSCOM
170
Owner’s
Manual &
Reference
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page i Software Version 2.02 or above © 1997 GARMIN Corporation 1200 E. 151st Street, Olathe, KS USA 66062 Tel: 913-397-8200 or 800-800-1020 Fax: 913-397-8282 Web Site Address: www.garmin.com GARMIN (Europe) LTD Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey, U.K. SO51 9AQ Tel: 011-44-1794-519944 Fax: 011-44-1794-519222 All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or man
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page ii IMPORTANT! The Telecommunications Act of 1996, effective February 8, 1996, provides the FCC discretion to eliminate radio station license requirements for aircraft and ships. At the present time, you do not need an individual license to operate the GPSCOM 170 aboard your private vessel in many circumstances. To find out the specific details on whether you are exempt from licens- ing, please see FCC Fact Sheet PR 5000 or contact the FCC at 1-800-32
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page iii INTRODUCTION Packing List GPSCOM 170 OWNERÕS MANUAL Before getting started, check to see that your GARMIN GPSCOM 170 package includes the following items. If you are missing any parts, please contact your dealer immediately. • Trickle Charger/AC Adapter • GPSCOM 170 Unit • Belt Clip • Flex Whip Com Antenna • Carrying Case • Quick Reference Card • Wrist Strap • Owner’s Manual iii
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page iv INTRODUCTION Cautions CAUTION The GPS system is operated by the government of the United States, 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 GPSCOM 170 is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and therefore, become unsafe. Use the GPSCOM 170 at your own risk. To
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 1 INTRODUCTION Table Of Contents SECTION ONE Introduction Unit Description/Keys and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 Keys and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5 SECTION TWO Getting Started Acquiring Satellites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Navigation Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 2 introduction BNC Antenna Connector Unit Description Volume Squelch Control Control Top View The GPSCOM 170 combines a 12 paral- lel channel GPS receiver with a 5 watt marine VHF communications transceiver in a convenient handheld package. A keypad located on the front of the unit provides control of the navigation and communica- tion functions. The 16/9 key allows for one Flex Com button selection of channel 16 or 9. Knobs Antenna for controlling
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 3 introduction Unit Description Backlight Button Power/Data/Ext Spk/Ext Mic Cable Connector PTT Switch Transmit Power External GPS Button H/L H/L Antenna Connector Charger/AC Adapter Connector Removable Battery Pack Side Views The backlight button, transmitting power/override button, charger/AC adapter connec- tor, and push-to-talk (PTT) switch are located on the left side of the unit. The connector for the external GPS antenna and power/data/ext
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 4 introduction Keys and Controls Use the two-speed ARROW KEYPAD to enter data. Press on a particular arrow key once to scroll through data options slowly. Press and hold down an arrow key for faster scrolling. K U Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to select alphanumerical characters and menu choices, and to move the field highlight from field to field. D Use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys to move the selected character field, and to move the highlight f
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 5 introduction Keys and Controls The CHANNEL SELECTION arrow keys are used to select channels. The channel U number can be increased or decreased one with each press, or if held will continue to CHAN increase or decrease the number as long as the key is held. D The GPSCOM key lets you choose between the main GPS and main communication C pages. The 16/9 key selects channel 16 or 9 for immediate use. N The DUAL/TRI key activates dual and tri watch mon
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 6 Getting Started Getting Started The GPSCOM 170 is a powerful navigation and com- Acquiring munication tool that offers mariners a host of advanced features that help make boating safer and more efficient. Satellites The getting started tour is designed to quickly guide you through basic features and functions of the unit. Once you’ve completed the tour and become familiar with the main pages and features of the unit, refer to the reference Importa
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 7 Getting Started Position Page Position Page Speed Over Ground Graphic Compass Tape Altitude Current Track Time of Day Position Coordinates VHF Status Field The position page also fea- tures a resettable trip The position page shows where you are, what direc- odometer to keep track of tion you’re heading and how fast you’re going. The your distance traveled. graphic compass at the top of the page indicates the direction you’re moving. The four use
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 8 Getting Started Marking a Position Now that you’ve acquired a position, let’s mark it as a waypoint for future reference. Marking a Position 1. Press the key to capture and hold your posi- K tion. To mark a position, you must have obtained a 2D or 3D fix, or have the receiver in simulator mode. If you try to ! mark a position without a position fix, you will be alerted # with a ‘No Position’ message. The mark position page will appear, showing the
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 9 Getting Started Using the Position and Map Pages Now that you’ve marked a position, it’s time to take a brisk walk using the position and moving map pages to Position and watch your every move. You will need to walk for at least Map Pages the time stated in the below steps.to get a much better indication of how the GPSCOM 170’s steering guidance and mapping features work. 1. Walk in a straight line for 3-4 minutes at a fast pace and watch the posi
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 10 Getting Started Moving Map Pages The GPSCOM 170’s next page, the moving map page, shows your movement as a track log, with your present Moving Map position shown as a diamond icon in the center of the Page map. You’ll notice the black square below the diamond, which represents the position you just created (‘HOME’), and the line between the two, which shows your track. Nearby waypoints are represented as squares, with the waypoint name listed abov
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 11 Getting Started Using the Highway Page Bearing to Using The Distance to Waypoint Waypoint Highway Page Speed Over Track Over Ground Ground Graphic Course Highway Deviation Scale Velocity Estimated Made Good Time Enroute Pointer to selected waypoint The GPSCOM 170’s highway page provides graphic steering guidance to a destination, with an emphasis on a straight–line course to the desired waypoint and the dis- tance and direction you are off cours
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 12 Getting Started Compass & Message Page If you do get off course by more than 1/5th of the selected CDI range, the exact distance you are off course will be displayed where the CDI scale normally appears. As you approach a waypoint, a horizontal ‘finish line’ will move toward the bottom of the highway. When the finish line reaches the CDI scale, you’ve arrived at your desti- Message Page nation. Whenever the unit has something it needs to tell you,
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 13 Getting Started GPS Page Sequence Now that you’ve arrived ‘HOME’, let’s take a minute to see how the GPSCOM 170’s main GPS pages work GPS Page together. The unit features five main pages, which are Sequence linked together in a chain. You can quickly scroll through the pages in either direction using the and P Q keys. 1. Press to scroll through the five main pages in P sequence. 2. Press to scroll through pages in the opposite Q direction. Posi
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 14 Getting Started Using the VHF Transceiver The first step in using the VHF transceiver is to make sure the volume and squelch controls are set correctly for Using the VHF proper reception. Transceiver Volume Squelch Control Control Important! 1. Turn the VOL control clockwise to turn the unit on. We strongly recommend obtaining a marine radio 2. Rotate the SQL control fully counterclockwise. This user’s guide such as state is known as “squelch off”
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170 manual pages rev D 9/21/98 9:23 AM Page 15 Getting Started Selecting a Channel The GPSCOM 170 operates on all U.S., Canadian, and International Marine VHF radio channels. Transmitting To select a channel from any page: 1. Use the UP and DOWN channel selection arrow keys to select the desired channel. The channel number will increase or decrease with each press–or if held, will continue to change the number as long as the key is held. The selected channel will always be displayed at Import
