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GPSMAP 172/172C
chartplotting receivers
owner’s manual
GPSMAP172C GPSMAP172C Cover.indd 1 Cover.indd 1 10/5/2004 10/5/2004 11:05:26 AM 11:05:26 AM
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© Copyright 2004 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Garmin Corporation st nd 1200 East 151 Street, Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial No. 68, Jangshu 2 Road, Shijr, Taipei County, Olathe, Kansas 66062, U.S.A. Estate, Romsey, SO51 9DL, U.K. Taiwan Tel. 913/397.8200 or 800/800.1020 Tel. 44/0870.8501241 Tel. 886/2.2642.9199 Fax 913/397.8282 Fax 44/0870.8501251 Fax 886/2.2642.9099 All rights reserved. Except as expressly provided herein, no p
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Preface Introduction Congratulations on choosing one of the most advanced marine navigation systems available! The Garmin GPSMAP 172/172C models utilize the proven performance of Garmin GPS and full-featured map- Preface/Registration/ ping to create an unsurpassed marine navigation chartplotter. Software License Agreement This manual covers instructions for the GPSMAP 172 and GPSMAP 172C (color). Unit operation and specifications will be the same on both models unless otheriwse specified. For GS
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FCC Compliance Introduction The GPSMAP 172/172C complies with Part 15 of the FCC interference limits for Class B digital devices FCC Compliance FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. These limits are designed to provide more reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation, and are more stringent than “outdoor” requirements. Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
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The GPS system is operated by the United States government, which is solely responsible for its accuracy Introduction and maintenance. The system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Although the Garmin GPSMAP 172/172C is a precision electronic NAVigation AID Warnings and (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. Precautions The electronic chart is an aid to navigation and is designed to facili
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This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year Introduction from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will at its sole option repair or replace any compo- nents that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost. This warranty Warranty and does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, acciden
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This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year Introduction Designed for detailed electronic charting capability, the Garmin GPSMAP 172/172C is a powerful from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will at its sole option repair or replace any compo- navigation device that can give you the information you need: nents that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, p
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Introduction 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 contact your Garmin dealer immediately. Packing List Standard Package: • GPSMAP 172/172C Unit • GA 29 Remote External Antenna and 30’ cable* • Internal Antenna** • Single-Knob Tilt & Swivel Bracket • Power/Data Cable • Owner’s Manual • Quick Reference Card • Protective Cover * Not included with part numbers 010-00327-01
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Active Route Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Introduction Main Menu Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Preface/Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Deleting Waypointst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Software License Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Table of Contents Powering Off Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 FCC Compliance. . . . . . . . .
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TO DO THIS: SEE PAGE(S): Introduction Turn the unit on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 “How To” Index Adjust screen backlighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Enter data and select options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Learn how to operate the unit’s function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Mark your present locati
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(ZOOM) OUT Key Getting Started The OUT key adjusts the map scale to display a larger area with less detail. (Zooms out) (ZOOM) IN Key Keypad Usage The IN key adjusts the map scale to display a smaller area with more detail. (Zooms in) PAGE Key OUT The PAGE key selects the main pages in sequence and returns display from a submenu page. P A GE QUIT Key IN The QUIT key returns the display to the previous page and, when entering data, it restores the previous value (cancels data entry). Q U I
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Getting Started The GPSMAP 172/172C’s advanced keypad system is designed to allow for fast, convenient selec- tion of navigation options and data entry. The Getting Started Tour introduces you to the keypad and provides a ‘hands-on’ lesson in using the GPSMAP 172/172C. We strongly encourage you to take the Selecting Options Getting Started tour before using your unit for actual navigation. The GPSMAP 172/172C Quick Refer- ence Guide contains helpful tips on using the unit and performing variou
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Getting Started Naming a waypoint or placing any sort of data that has not been predefined requires the use of both the ARROW KEYPAD and the ENTER/MARK key. Entering Data To enter a name or number in a data field: 1. Once you have accessed a page with programmable data fields (e.g. ‘ Waypoint Edit’) you can use the ARROW KEYPAD to move the cursor (Highlight) to fields on the page. Use the UP/DOWN arrows to move up or down and the LEFT/RIGHT arrows to move sideways. Pressing UP or DOWN 2. Pre
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Getting Started Initializing the Receiver The first time you power up your new GPSMAP 172/172C, the receiver must be given an oppor- Initializing the Receiver tunity to collect satellite data and establish its present position. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 172/172C is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find itself” anywhere in the world. To speed up the initialization process, we recommend using the graphic initialization process described
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Getting Started To graphically initialize the GPSMAP 172/172C: 1. Press the MENU key twice for the Main Menu. Press Up or Down on the ARROW KEYPAD until Initializing the Receiver the ‘GPS’ tab is highlighted, then press the MENU key once. ENTER to initialize the 2. Using the ARROW KEYPAD, highlight ‘Initialize Position’ and press receiver from the map. The Initialize Position Page appears, prompting you to select your approxi- mate location with the map cursor. 3. Use the ARROW KEYPAD to mo
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GPSMAP 172/172C Getting Started Tour Getting Started The Garmin GPSMAP 172/172C is a powerful electronic navigation system that provides detailed map coverage and convenient control of many advanced features right from the screen display. This Power On/Screen Backlighting tour is designed to take you through the 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 section for instructions
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Getting Started Each page of the GPSMAP 172/172C’s system also features an options page, which gives you access to other functions and features that relate to the specific page you are viewing. To get a feel for how the options pages work, let’s put the GPSMAP 172/172C into simulator mode. Simulator Mode To place the GPSMAP 172/172C in simulator mode: 1. Press the MENU key twice for the Main Menu. Press Up or Down on the ARROW KEYPAD until the ‘GPS’ tab is highlighted, then press the MENU key
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The Map Page is one of six main pages used in the GPSMAP 172/172C’s system. The six main pages Getting Started are the Map Page, Map/Sonar Split Page*, Sonar Page* , Compass Page, Highway Page, and Active Route Page. All pages are linked together in a simple chain, which allows you to scroll through the pages in Main Pages/ either direction using the PAGE and QUIT keys. Map Page (* If equipped with GSD 20. For GSD 20 sonar related operations, refer to “GSD 20 Sounder Module with Garmin Cha
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Getting Started Using the Map Cursor Working from the Map Page is a simple process that centers around the use of the cursor. Con- Map Cursor trolled by the ARROW KEYPAD, the cursor is an important tool that can be used to pan to other map locations, mark and edit waypoints and routes, and review position data of on-screen map items and waypoints. To get a feel for using the Map Page and using the cursor, try the following exercise: 1. Use the IN/OUT keys to set the map scale to the 50 nm sett
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Getting Started To mark your present position: 1. Hold down the ENTER/MARK key until the ‘New Waypoint’ window appears then release the key. Marking Waypoints The window shows a default three-digit waypoint name/number (001), symbol (dot), and position. You can leave the name as the auto-assigned number, but for this exercise, lets change the name to ‘DOCK’. 2. Use the ARROW KEYPAD to highlight the waypoint name field (001) and press ENTER. You see that just the first ‘0’ is now highlighted.
