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GPSMAP 195
PilotÕs Guide
& Reference
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 1 INTRODUCTION FOREWORD This manual is written for Software Version 3.00 or above, and is not suitable for earlier software versions. Land Data Base Map Version 1.00 or above 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, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 9AQ UK Tel: 011-44-1794-519944 Fax: 011-44-1794-519222 GARMIN (Asia) Corp., 3F, No. 1, Lane 45, Pa
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 2 INTRODUCTION CAUTION 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 195 is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. Use the GPSMAP 195 at your own risk. To reduce the ri
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 3 INTRODUCTION LIMITED WARRANTY GARMIN Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. GARMIN 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
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 4 INTRODUCTION CAPABILITIES Designed for detailed electronic charting and simple operation, the GARMIN GPSMAP 195 is a powerful navigation device that can help guide you during flights anywhere in the world: Precision Performance • High-contrast, four-level gray LCD screen • Twelve parallel channel receiver tracks and uses up to 12 satellites simultaneously for fast, accurate positioning • Differential-ready— just add an optional differential beacon receive
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 5 INTRODUCTION PACKING LIST Before you get started, please check to see that your GPSMAP 195 package includes the following items. If any parts are missing, contact your GARMIN dealer immediately. Standard Package: • GPSMAP 195 Unit • AA Battery Pack • Cigarette Lighter Adapter GPsMAP195 • Wrist Strap • Carrying Case • Remote Antenna with 8’ Cable • Cartridge Removal Tool GPSMAP 195 Receiver • Yoke Mount (AA Battery Pack attached) • Owner’s Manual • Quick R
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 6 INTRODUCTION PREFACE Congratulations on choosing one of the most advanced aircraft navigation systems available today! The GARMIN GPSMAP 195 combines the proven performance of GARMIN’s twelve parallel channel GPS receiver with detailed cartography for an unsur- passed moving map display wherever you fly. To get the most from your new GPSMAP 195, take the time to read through this owner’s manual and learn the operating proce- dures for your unit. This ma
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 7 INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Packing List . . . . . . .
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 8 TAKEOFF TOUR THE GPSMAP 195 FEATURES TEXT FIELDS BUILT-IN ANTENNA EXTERNAL ANTENNA CONNECTOR ZOOM PAGE GOTO QUIT WPT MENU KEYPAD EDIT NRST ENTER DISPLAY MAP DISPLAY SCREEN GRAPHIC The information dis- played on your GPSMAP 195’s screen is also referred POWER/DATA to as a “page”. A page can CONNECTOR BATTERY PACK include graphics, text or (Back Side) (Back Side) both. The GPSMAP 195 features a 10-key keypad and a 4-level gray scale LCD display. Both t
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 9 TAKEOFF TOUR KEYPAD USAGE Turns the unit on and off and controls P 3-level screen backlighting. The GPSMAP 195’s advanced keypad system is Scrolls the main pages in sequence and designed to allow for fast, returns display from a submenu page to a J convenient selection of main page. navigation options and data entry. Displays the GOTO waypoint page, allowing G you to select the destination waypoint. The Takeoff Tour will introduce you to the keypad Dis
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 10 TAKEOFF TOUR USING MENUS Many features of the GPSMAP 195 are menu driven. This makes learning and using your new GPS receiver a simple process. Some pages can also be custom tailored to your preferences by changing the information and/or layout of the display. To reconfigure the page currently displayed: 1. Press to view the options for that page. O 2. Select the desired option using UP/DOWN arrows on the keypad. R 3. Press to confirm your selection. T
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 11 TAKEOFF TOUR USING MENUS (cont.) A main menu is provided to make changes to system settings. Selecting miles per hour instead of knots, using the built-in simula- tor mode, creating routes or performing E6-B calculations are all accomplished from the main menu. The rocker keypad is used to enter an airport To view the main menu: identifier. To start, high- 1. Press the key twice. light the data entry field O and press . ENTERING DATA You may enter d
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 12 TAKEOFF TOUR ACQUIRING SATELLITE SIGNALS Because the GPSMAP 195 relies on satellite signals to provide you with navigation guidance, the receiver’s antenna needs to have an unobstructed, clear view of the sky for best per- formance. What exactly does this mean? In a nutshell, the antenna’s view of the sky will generally determine how fast you get a position fix, or if you get a fix at all. GPS signals are relatively weak and do not travel through large
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 13 TAKEOFF TOUR INITIALIZING THE RECEIVER (cont.) The first time you power up your new GPSMAP195 is an important step in getting the best possible GPS performance. The receiver must be given an opportunity to collect satellite data and establish its present position. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 195 is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate™ mode, which will allow the receiver to find itself anywhere in the world. To speed up the initiali
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 14 TAKEOFF TOUR INITIALIZING THE RECEIVER (cont.) The GPSMAP 195 will now begin searching for the appropriate satellites at your present position and should acquire a fix within a minute or so. While the receiver searches for satellites, a flashing satellite icon will appear at the left-hand side of the status bar. A signal strength bar will also appear for each satellite received, with the appropriate satellite number under each bar. The progress of sat
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 15 TAKEOFF TOUR TURNING THE GPSMAP 195 ON & OFF (cont.) The satellite status page will appear, and the receiver will begin to acquire satellites. Notice that when the GPSMAP 195 is properly initialized, the page sequence is shorter—the select initialization window no longer appears. The time to obtain a position fix is also much quicker. ADJUSTING CONTRAST/BACKLIGHTING From the satellite status page, you may quickly adjust the screen contrast. To adjus
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 16 TAKEOFF TOUR SATELLITE STATUS PAGE (cont.) The satellite sky view and signal strength bars give you an indication of what satellites are visible to the receiver and whether they are being tracked. Satellites, numbered from 01 through 32, are placed on the page indicating their position in the sky. The signal strength bars indicate how strong the signal is from each satellite being tracked— the taller the bar, the stronger the signal. (For more informa
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 17 TAKEOFF TOUR POSITION PAGE Graphic Compass Data Fields Position Coordinates Time of Day Status Bar The GPSMAP 195’s position page shows where you are, what direction you’re heading and how fast you’re going. The compass at the top of the page indicates your current ground track (or direction of travel) while you’re moving. The four user-selectable data fields To place the GPSMAP below the compass show your current ground track and ground 195 in simula
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gps 195 manual C 7/1/99 4:48 PM Page 18 TAKEOFF TOUR MAP PAGE The next main page is the map page. To continue the Takeoff Tour, let’s select this screen now. To select the map page: 1. Press or (repeatedly) until the map page appears. J Q The GPSMAP 195’s map page combines digital charts with a user- selectable display of navigation data and a built-in Jeppesen database. Before we take off on our practice flight, let’s take a brief look at its various features. Data Window Cursor Aircraft
