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Table of Contents Section 1: Read Me First!............................................................... 1 Capabilities and Specifications: ......................................................... 2 How GPS Works ................................................................................. 4 Introduction to GPS and WAAS......................................................... 6 How to use this manual: typographical conventions ........................ 8 Arrow Keys ....................................
Navigate a Trail ............................................................................ 47 Navigate a Back Trail ................................................................... 49 Transfer Custom Maps and GPS Data Files ................................... 50 Cancel Navigation ............................................................................ 52 Section 4: Advanced GPS Operations...................................... 53 Find Distance Current Position to Another Location ..................
GPS Simulator .................................................................................. 72 Initialize GPS.................................................................................... 74 Map Auto Zoom................................................................................. 74 Map Data .......................................................................................... 74 Earth Map Detail ..........................................................................
Find Interstate Highway Exits ...................................................... 103 Find Map Places or Points of Interest (POI) ................................. 105 Find Streets or Intersections ......................................................... 107 Find a Street ............................................................................... 107 Find an Intersection.................................................................... 108 Find Waypoints............................................
Section 1: Read Me First! How this manual can get you out on the road, fast! Welcome to the exciting world of digital GPS! We know you're anxious to begin navigating, but we have a favor to ask. Before you grab the IntelliMap® 642c iGPS and begin installing it, please give us a moment or two to explain how our manual can help you get the best performance from your compact, wide-screen, mapping GPS receiver. First, we want to thank you for buying an Eagle GPS unit.
After you've learned the basics (or if you already have some GPS experience), you may want to try out some of the IntelliMap 642c's many advanced navigation features. That brings us to Section 4, Advanced GPS Operations. This section contains the rest of the unit's GPS command functions, organized in alphabetical order.
Case size:......................... 5.4" H x 6.9" W x 3.4" D (13.8 x 17.6 x 8.6 cm); sealed and waterproof; suitable for saltwater use. MMC slots: ...................... One with waterproof door (SD card compatible). Recording:........................ MMC & SD cards for recording GPS trip details and displaying charts or custom maps. Back-up memory: .......... Built-in memory stores GPS data for decades. User settings are stored when unit is turned off. Languages:......................
NOTE: The above memory capacities refer only to the IntelliMap 642c's onboard memory. The amount of GPS data you can record and save for recall later is limited only by the number and size of MMC cards you have. NOTICE! The storage temperature range for your IntelliMap 642c is from -4 degrees to +167 degrees Fahrenheit (-20 degrees to +75 degrees Celsius). Extended storage in temperatures higher or lower than specified will damage the liquid crystal display in your unit.
The background map is suitable for many navigation chores, but for maximum accuracy and much more detail, you need our optional mapmaking software, MapCreate 6, or one of our special plug-and-play mapping cards. Some unit features — such as searching for businesses and addresses — won't work without a custom MapCreate map. There is so much detail in our background map (and even more in MapCreate) that we'll describe their contents and differences in Section 3, Basic GPS Operations, on page 30.
Introduction to GPS and WAAS Well, now you know the basics of how the unit does its work. You might be ready to jump ahead to Section 2, Installation & Accessories, on page 11, so you can mount your IntelliMap 642c and plug in the power. Or you might want to see how our text formatting makes the manual tutorials easy to skim. If that's the case, move on to "How to Use This Manual" on page 8.
The system requires signal reception from three satellites in order to determine a position. This is called a 2D fix. It takes four satellites to determine both position and elevation (your height above sea level — also called altitude). This is called a 3D fix. Remember, the unit must have a clear view of the satellites in order to receive their signals. Unlike radio or television signals, GPS works at very high frequencies.
Remember that this receiver is only a tool. Always have another method of navigation available, such as a map or chart and a compass. Also remember that this unit will always show navigation information in the shortest line from your present position to a waypoint, regardless of terrain! It only calculates position, it can’t know what’s between you and your destination, for example. It’s up to you to safely navigate around obstacles, no matter how you’re using this product.
4. The wait message disappears and the IntelliMap 642c begins showing navigation information along the trail. Now, begin moving and follow your IntelliMap 642c. Translated into complete English, step 1 above would mean: "Start on the Map Page. Press the Menu key twice. Next, repeatedly press (or press and hold) the down arrow key to scroll down the menu and select (highlight) the My Trails menu command. Finally, press the Enter key.
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Section 2: Installation & Accessories Preparations You can install the GPS system in some other order if you prefer, but we recommend this installation sequence: Caution: You should read over this entire installation section before drilling any holes in your vehicle or vessel! 1. Determine the approximate location for the GPS unit, so you can plan how and where to route the power cable. This will help you make sure you have enough cable length for the desired configuration. 2.
This may result in corrosion of the plug body along with the electrical contacts in the cable and the unit's power socket. In saltwater environments we recommend you connect the power cable to the auxiliary power switch included in most boat designs. If that results in electrical interference, or if such a switch is not available, we recommend connecting direct to the battery and installing an inline switch. This will let you shut off power to the power cable when the unit is not in use.
CAUTION: Failure to use the enclosed 3-amp fuse will void your warranty! For a replacement, use a type 3AG 3-amp fuse. This unit has reverse polarity protection. No damage will occur if the power wires are reversed. However, the unit will not work until the wires are attached correctly. Rear view of unit Power Connector NMEA 0183 Com Port Power cable 3-amp fuse Com port data wires (three) 12-volt battery Cable connections.
NMEA Cable Connections NMEA is a standard communications format for marine electronic equipment. For example, an autopilot can connect to the NMEA interface on the IntelliMap 642c and receive positioning information. The IntelliMap 642c can exchange information with any device that transmits or receives NMEA 0183 data, however, a communications cable is not available for the unit at this time. If you need to create a NMEA 0183 connection, consult customer service.
mation is on the inside back cover of this manual. For a complete look at the many mounting options, visit the RAM web site at www.rammount.com. Optional R-A-M mounting system. Bracket Installation Mount the IntelliMap 642c in any convenient location, provided there is clearance behind the unit when it's tilted for the best viewing angle. This must be a location with a clear view of the sky, so the internal GPS antenna can lock-on to the satellite signals.
Some customers, however, prefer to mount the bracket to the side of the cable hole — it's a matter of personal preference. 72.9 [2.87] 23.4 [0.92] 173.9 [6.85] 137.9 [5.43] 157.9 [6.22] 56.9 [2.24] Millimeter [Inch] Front view (left) and side view (right) showing dimensions of the IntelliMap 642c when mounted on gimbal bracket. After drilling the hole, pass the power cable's bare-wire end down though the hole from the top.
pack expands the uses for your GPS unit. The PPP makes it easy to transfer your unit from a boat to a car, recreational vehicle, airplane or other vehicle without drilling and mounting a second bracket. You can use your unit in your own car or boat, then take it along when riding in a friend's vehicle that's not equipped with GPS. Most LEI portable power packs can be used with eight "D" cell alkaline batteries. Some use an optional sealed, rechargeable battery.
Additional MMC cards are available from LEI Extras; see ordering information inside the back cover of this manual. MMCs and SD cards are also available at many camera and consumer electronics stores. The MMC slot is located in a compartment on the front of the case. The compartment door is located at the lower right corner. The following figure shows a close-up with the door opened.
MapCreate™ 6 CD-ROM (left) MMC card reader for USB ports (right). Now that you have your IntelliMap 642c installed, move on to Section 3, Basic GPS Operations. There, we'll present a series of step-by-step tutorials to teach you the basics of GPS navigation.
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Section 3: Basic GPS Operations This section addresses the unit's most basic GPS operations. The tutorials presented in Sec. 3 follow a chronological order. Sec. 4, Advanced GPS Operations, will discuss other more advanced functions and utilities. Material in Sec. 4 is arranged in alphabetical order. Before you turn on the unit and find where you are, it's a good idea to learn about the different keys, the three Page screens and how they all work together.
4. ARROW KEYS – These keys are used to navigate through menus, make menu selections and move around the map. 5. ENT/ICONS – The Enter key allows you to save data, accept values and execute menu commands. It is also used to create event marker icons. 6. EXIT – The Exit key lets you return to the previous screen, clear data or close a menu. 7. WPT – The Waypoint key is used to save and recall waypoints, search for waypoints and access the waypoint list.
Main Menu. The Main Menu commands and their functions are: Screen: changes the contrast or brightness of the display screen. Sounds: enables or disables the sounds for key strokes and alarms and sets the alarm style. Transparency: adjusts the level of transparency for menus. Alarms: turns GPS alarms on or off and changes alarm thresholds. Route Planning: used to plan, view or navigate a route. My Trails: shows, creates and deletes plot trails. Also used to navigate or backtrack a trail.
Pages The unit has three Page displays: Satellite Status Page, Navigation Page and Map Page. They are accessed by pressing the PAGES key, then using ← → to select a Page. (Clear the Pages Menu by pressing EXIT.) Pages Menu showing some Map display options. Satellite Status Page The Satellite Status Page, shown in the following images, provides detailed information on the status of the unit's satellite lock-on and position acquisition.
Satellite Status Page. The first figure (left) indicates unit has not locked on to any satellites and does not have a fix on its position. The second figure (right) shows satellite lock-on with a 3D position acquired (latitude, longitude and altitude), and WAAS reception. This screen shows a graphical view of the satellites that are in view. Each satellite is shown on the circular chart relative to your position. The point in the center of the chart is directly overhead.
The Satellite Status Page has its own menu, which is used for setting various options. (Options and setup are discussed in Sec. 5). To access the Satellite Status Page Menu, from the Status Page, press MENU. Navigation Page This screen has a compass rose that not only shows your direction of travel, but also the direction to a recalled waypoint. To get to the Navigation Page, press PAGES|← → to NAVIGATION|EXIT.
Speed (ground speed) is the velocity you are making over the ground. (If you wish, you can customize the Speed data box to display Closing Speed instead. Closing Speed is also known as velocity made good. It's the speed that you're making toward the waypoint. For instructions, see the Customize Page Displays entry in Sec. 5.) Track is the heading, or the current direction you are actually traveling. Bearing is the direction of a line-of-sight from your present position to the destination.
course. You need to steer left to return to the desired course. You can use the ZIN or ZOUT keys to change the cross track error range. A circular symbol depicting your destination (waypoint) appears on the screen as you approach the waypoint, as shown on the screen in the preceding figure. Travel Time is the time that it will take to reach your destination at your present closing speed. (You can also customize the time data box to show Arrival Time instead.
The Zoom In and Zoom Out keys zoom the map to enlarge or reduce its coverage area and the amount of mapping detail shown. There are 40 available map zoom ranges, from 0.02 miles to 4,000 miles. Map Page opening screen (left). Map page zoomed to 100 miles (center). Map zoomed to 10 miles (right). Over Zoomed means you have reached the detail limits in an area covered only by the basic background map. Zooming in any closer will reveal no more map detail.
Background map vs. MapCreate map content The background map includes: low-detail maps of the whole world (containing cities, major lakes, major rivers, political boundaries); and medium-detail maps of the United States. The medium-detail U.S. maps contain: all incorporated cities; shaded metropolitan areas; county boundaries; shaded public lands (such as national forests and parks); some major city streets; Interstate, U.S.
Minor Streets Interstate Major Street Cursor line POI Pop-up POI Marker School POI Restaurant POI Position, distance and bearing data Zoom Range When the map is zoomed out far enough, most POIs appear as square dots (left). As you zoom in closer, the symbols become readable icons. In the 0.2-mile zoom example (right), the cursor has selected the Cupps Café POI, which triggers a pop-up box with the POI name. This pop-up box works on POIs at any zoom range.
Two Position Formats map page option. In pages that have two major windows (such as two maps) you can toggle back and forth between the two windows by pressing PAGES|PAGES. Each time you switch between the windows, Active Map will be displayed at the top of the active window. Pages Menu with Two Map option selected (left). Map Page with two map windows (right). Resize Window command Resize Window is another extremely handy feature for pages that have two major windows.
Press an arrow key parallel to the centerline to switch between horizontal and vertical layout. Press EXIT to clear the four flashing arrows. Fig. 1. Fig. 2. Fig. 3. Fig. 1. Two Maps page display with four flashing arrows on the dividing centerline. Fig. 2. The centerline has been moved down to enlarge the top map, which is now zoomed in to 40 miles. Fig. 3. Pressing → has switched the page layout from horizontal to vertical. 3.
Basic GPS Quick Reference Start outdoors, with a clear view of the open sky. As you practice, try navigating to a location at least a few blocks away. While you're learning, navigation in too small an area will constantly trigger arrival alarms. 1. Connect the unit to electric power and the antenna module. Make sure the MMC is in. (See complete installation details beginning on page 11.) 2. To turn on the unit, press and release PWR key. 3.
Find Your Current Position Finding your current position is as simple as turning on the unit. Under clear sky conditions, the unit automatically searches for satellites and calculates its position in approximately one minute or less. NOTE: Clear sky conditions means open sky, unobstructed by terrain, dense foliage or structures. Clouds do not restrict GPS reception.
Distance measured by cursor Pop-up name box Selected wreck Cursor line Cursor line The selected wreck (the Empress) to the southeast is 12.81 miles away. Selecting Any Map Item With the Cursor 1. Use the zoom keys and the arrow keys to move around the map and find the item you wish to select. 2. Use the arrow keys and center the cursor cross-hair on the desired object. On most items, a pop-up box will give the name of the selected item.
1. After the unit has acquired a position, press WPT|↓ to POIRESTAURANTS. 2. You could search the entire restaurant category, but in this example we will narrow our search. Press → ↓ to FAST FOOD CHAINS|ENT|↓ to NEAREST|ENT. 3. A list of restaurants will appear with the closest at the top of the list, and the one furthest from you at the bottom of the list. The nearest is highlighted. Find Waypoint Menu (left). Category Selection menu (center). List of the nearest restaurants (right). 4.
5. The POI information screen appears. (This is how you can use this unit as a business phone directory!) If you wanted to navigate there, you could by pressing Enter. The Go To waypoint command is already highlighted. But we just want to see it on the map, so press ↓ to FIND ON MAP|ENT. 6. The unit's map appears, with the cursor crosshairs highlighting the restaurant' s POI symbol. A pop-up data box shows the POI's name.
MapCreate software. When you want to repeat a trip, these archived waypoints can be reloaded into your GPS unit. To create and save a Waypoint: These first two techniques use the Quick Save method, the fastest and easiest way to create a waypoint. Create Waypoint at Current Position While you are traveling, press WPT|WPT. The waypoint is saved and automatically given a name with a sequential number, such as waypoint 003. The waypoint symbol and number appear on the map.
Step 1. Step 3. Step 2. Step 4. Sequence for setting a waypoint. Step 1: while traveling, press WPT to call up Find Waypoint screen (seen in Step 2) and set a point. Step 3: a message says the waypoint has been saved. Step 4: vehicle continues on its way; number waypoint symbol is visible on map. Create Waypoint on Map 1. Use the arrow keys to move the cursor to the place where you want to make a waypoint. 2. Press WPT|WPT.
4. Press ↓ to LONGITUDE|ENT. Enter the longitude by pressing ↑ ↓ to change the first character, then press → to the next character and repeat until the longitude is correct. Press ENT, then EXIT|EXIT to return to the previous page display. The waypoint is saved and automatically given a name with a sequential number, such as waypoint 001. The waypoint symbol and number appear on the map and in the waypoint list.
Set Man Overboard (MOB) Waypoint One of boating's most terrifying events is having a friend or family member fall overboard. This unit has a man overboard feature that shows navigation data to the location where the feature was activated. To activate it, press the ZOUT and ZIN keys at the same time. Your position at the time these keys are pressed is used as the man overboard position. Caution: Saving a new Man Overboard waypoint will overwrite and erase the previous Man Overboard waypoint.
Navigate to Cursor Position on Map The GO TO CURSOR command navigates to the current cursor position on the map. It is a quick way to navigate to anything you can see on the map display. 1. Use the cursor with the zoom in and zoom out keys to move around the map until you find a location you want to go to. 2. Center the cursor over the location to select it. See the example in the following figure.
The 60-mile zoom figure (left) shows the red course line connecting the current position to the destination. The Navigation Page (right) will also show navigation information. To stop navigating to the cursor, use the Cancel Navigation command. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to CANCEL NAVIGATION|ENT|← to YES|ENT. The unit stops showing navigation information. Navigate to a Point of Interest You can use the Navigate to Cursor command for POIs in view on the map, just use the cursor to select the POI.
The unit is set to automatically create and record a trail when it is turned on. The unit will continue recording the trail until the length reaches the maximum trail point setting. The default is 2,000 points, but the unit can record trails 9,999 points long. When the point limit is reached, the unit begins recording the trail over itself. With the default auto setting, this unit creates a trail by placing a dot on the screen every time you change directions.
Tip: Another quick way to stop recording one trail and begin a new one is to use the New Trail command. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to MY TRAILS|ENT|ENT. Caution: You also have the option of completely turning off trail recording, under the trail Options command. If, however, the Update Active Trail option is left turned off, it will cancel the automatic trail creation feature. Displaying a Saved Trail The active trail is automatically displayed on the with the default settings.
Visual Trailing 1. On the Map Page, zoom (ZIN or ZOUT) so your trail is visible. 2. Begin moving and watch the Map Page. Walk or steer so your current position arrow traces along the trail you have just made. Tip: Generally, when using this method, the smaller the zoom range, the more accurately you will be able to steer along the trail. Navigate a Trail The following figures illustrate the menu sequence for navigating a trail. 1. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to MY TRAILS|ENT. 2.
Figure 1. Figure 2. Figure 4. Figure 3. Navigate a trail menu sequence: Fig. 1, My Trails command. Fig. 2, Trails Menu. Fig. 3, Edit Trail Menu. Fig. 4, Edit Route Menu with Navigate Route command highlighted for Trail 2. A trail is always converted to a route when you navigate the trail. On the Map Page, the trail you are navigating is represented by a magenta line when the visible trail option is on. The course you are following is represented by a red line.
North Present position arrow Magenta trail line Trail point Navigate trail: Driver is heading southeast straight toward trail point 3 (left). Driver has reached point 3 and has turned southwest to follow the trail (right).
NOTE: If you are already located at or near the end of your trail, the arrival alarm will go off as soon as you hit Enter. Just press EXIT to clear the alarm and proceed. 5. Now, begin moving and let your unit guide you. 6. When you reach your destination, be sure to cancel your navigation. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to CANCEL NAVIGATION|ENT. A confirmation message will appear. Press ←|ENT. Transfer Custom Maps and GPS Data Files Custom Maps: Custom maps work only from the MMC card or SD card.
1. Insert the MMC into your unit. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to SYSTEM SETUP|ENT|↓ to TRANSFER MY DATA|ENT. 2. The Transfer My Data menu includes a message which tells you if an MMC is present or not. If no MMC is present, you must insert a card into the unit to activate the Load or Save commands. To transfer data from the unit to the MMC: press ENT (for SAVE.) To transfer data from the MMC to the unit: press → to LOAD|ENT. 3.
Figure 1. Figure 2. Figure 3. Figure 4. These figures show the menu sequence for loading a GPS Data File from an MMC into the unit's memory. Cancel Navigation You can turn off any of the navigation commands after you reach your destination or at any other time by using the Cancel Navigation command. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to CANCEL NAVIGATION|ENT|← to YES|ENT.
Section 4: Advanced GPS Operations Find Distance Current Position to Another Location 1. While on the Map Page press MENU|↓ to FIND DISTANCE|ENT. 2. Center the cursor crosshairs on the position you want to find the distance to. A rubber band line appears, connecting your current position to the cursor's location. The distance along that line will appear in a pop-up box. The box also shows the bearing to the point selected by the cursor. 3. Press EXIT|EXIT to return to regular operation.
Icons Icons are graphic symbols used to mark some location, personal point of interest or event. They can be placed on the map screen, saved and recalled later for navigation purposes. These are sometimes referred to as event marker icons. This unit has 42 different symbols to choose from when creating an icon. Icons are similar to waypoints, but they do not store as much information (like names) as waypoints do. You can not use a menu to navigate to icons as you can with waypoints.
Delete icons menu. 1. Press MENU|↓ to DELETE MY ICONS|ENT. 2. Press ↓ to DELETE ALL ICONS, DELETE BY SYMBOL or DELETE FROM MAP and press ENT. 3. The Delete All Icons confirmation message will appear. Press ← to YES|ENT. All icons will be deleted from the map. The Delete by Symbol command will launch the Select Symbol menu. Select the desired icon symbol to delete and press ENT. A message appears saying all icons with the selected symbol have been deleted.
A route allows you to navigate through several waypoints without having to reprogram the unit after arriving at each waypoint. Once programmed into the GPS unit, a route provides the option of navigating forward through the route waypoints or in reverse order. You can even begin navigating in the middle of a route. Create and Save a Route You have the option of creating and editing a route in the unit or you can make a route on your computer with our MapCreate 6 software.
Edit Route menu (left). Edit Route Waypoints menu (right) with Add From Map command selected. 2. Press ↑ to NEW ROUTE, then press ENT. (To add to an existing route, press ↓ ↑ to route name|ENT.) 3. Press ↓ to END OF ROUTE|ENT|↓ to ADD FROM MAP|ENT. The Map Page appears with the cursor showing. 4. Use the Zoom and arrow keys to move the map and cursor until the cursor is centered on the spot where you want your route to begin. 5. To set the first route waypoint press ENT.
4. 5. 6. Route creation sequence, continued: Fig. 4. Point (3) set at channel mouth. Fig. 5. Waypoint (4) set further south along the beach, at a recognizable landmark (Bob Hall Pier). Waypoint PLFM Q W ends the route at an oil platform some distance from the shore. Fig. 6. Press EXIT to save the route and you return to this screen. 6. Move the cursor to the next point in the route, a spot where you need to turn or change direction and press ENT to set the next waypoint. 7.
Edit a Route Name 1. From the NAVIGATION PAGE, press MENU|ENT or from the MAP PAGE press MENU|MENU|↓ to ROUTE PLANNING|ENT. 2. Highlight Saved Route Name|ENT|↑ to Name|ENT. 3. Press ↑ ↓ to change the first character, then press → to move to the next character and repeat until the name is correct. Press ENT. To return to the main page display press EXIT repeatedly. Edit Route Waypoints You can edit the route by adding and removing waypoints. 1.
Route Planning command on Main Menu (left). Routes menu (center). Edit Route menu (right) with Navigate Route command selected. 2. Press ↓ to select saved route name|ENT. Highlight NAVIGATE and press ENT. 3. Upon arrival at your destination, cancel navigation. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to CANCEL NAVIGATION|ENT|← to YES|ENT. Figure 2. Figure 1. Navigating along a route: Fig. 1 shows the Navigation Page at the start of a route, heading straight for the first waypoint (Wpt 1). In Fig.
Figure 4. Figure 3. In Fig. 3 the traveler has turned northeast on his new course and is heading straight for Wpt 2, which is 0.20 miles away. Fig. 4 shows route navigation on the Map Page. In this figure, the traveler has reached Wpt 2 and is starting on the leg between Wpts 2 and 3. Navigate a Route in Reverse Here's how you run a route backward, from the end waypoint to the beginning waypoint: 1. From the NAVIGATION PAGE, press MENU|ENT or from the MAP PAGE, press MENU|MENU|↓ to ROUTE PLANNING|ENT. 2.
Trails Delete a Trail This is the command used to erase or delete a trail. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to MY TRAILS|ENT|↓ to trail name|ENT|→ to DELETE TRAIL|ENT|← to YES|ENT. To Delete all trails at once: 1. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to MY TRAILS|ENT. 2. Press → to DELETE ALL|ENT|← to YES|ENT. Edit a Trail Name To edit a trail name press MENU|MENU|↓ to MY TRAILS|ENT|↓ to trail name|ENT|ENT. Press ↑ ↓ to change the first character, then press → to the next character and repeat until the name is correct.
Edit a Trail Pattern To edit a trail pattern press MENU|MENU|↓ to MY TRAILS|ENT|↓ to trail name|ENT|↓ to PATTERN|ENT. Press ↑ ↓ to change the first character, then press → to the next character and repeat until the pattern is correct. Press ENT. To get back to the main page press EXIT repeatedly. Edit Trail Menu with Pattern option selected (left). Edited trail with dotted line pattern (right). Utilities Utilities are useful tools for traveling or for outdoor activities.
Waypoints Delete a Waypoint To delete a waypoint from the waypoint list press WPT|↑ to MY WAYPOINTS|ENT|↓ to Name|ENT. Press ↑ ↓ to select the desired character then press → to choose the next character. After the desired waypoint is highlighted in the list, press ENT|ENT. Use ↓ to select DELETE WAYPOINT then press |ENT|← to YES|ENT. To return to the main page display, press EXIT repeatedly. To delete a waypoint from the map: 1. Use the arrow keys to select a waypoint with the cursor. 2.
2. Latitude: press → to LATITUDE|ENT. Press ↑ ↓ to change the first character, then press → to the next character and repeat until the latitude is correct. Press EXIT. 3. Longitude: press ↓ to LONGITUDE|ENT. Press ↑ ↓ to change the first character, then press → to the next character and repeat until the longitude is correct. Press EXIT. To return to the main page display, press EXIT repeatedly. Selecting a Waypoint To select a waypoint on the map center the cursor crosshairs on the waypoint.
4. Press ← ↓ to DISTANCE|ENT. Press ↑ ↓ to change the first character, then press → to the next character and repeat until the distance is correct. Press ENT. 5. Press ↓ to BEARING|ENT. Press ↑ ↓ to change the first character, then press → to the next character and repeat until the bearing is correct. Press ENT. 6. Press ↑ to PROJECT|ENT. The Edit Waypoint menu appears. Press EXIT|EXIT to get back to the main page display or press EXIT|ENT to navigate to the new waypoint.
Section 5: System & GPS Setup Options Alarms This unit has three GPS alarms: Arrival Alarm, Off Course Alarm and Anchor Alarm — the only one of the three set to Off by default. You can set an arrival alarm to flash a warning message and sound a tone when you cross a preset distance from a waypoint. For example, if you have the arrival alarm set to .1 mile, the alarm will flash a message when you come within .1 mile of your destination.
satisfied with the distance setting. If you want to enable the other alarms, repeat steps 2 and 3. 4. Press EXIT repeatedly to get back to the main page display. IMPORTANT ALARM NOTES: Anchor Alarm - The anchor alarm may be triggered even when you are sitting still. This usually happens when using small — less than .05 mile — anchor alarm ranges.
Menus for changing Com Port settings. For assistance in configuring the unit to communicate with another device, consult the factory. Customer service phone numbers are in the back of this manual. Also see the entry below for Configure NMEA. Configure NMEA You can configure the unit to use specific NMEA sentences. 1. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to SYSTEM SETUP|ENT. 2. Press ↓ to COMMUNICATIONS PORT|ENT|↓ to CONFIGURE NMEA 0183|ENT. 3. A menu appears showing the prefixes of the available NMEA sentences.
• VLW transmits the distance traveled through water as measured by the paddle wheel. • VHW transmits the water speed as measured by the paddle wheel. 4. When the desired prefixes are turned on, press EXIT repeatedly to get back to the main page display. Coordinate System Selection The Coordinate System Menu lets you select the coordinate system to use when displaying and entering position coordinates. Menus used for changing coordinate system. To get to Coordinate System Selection: 1.
The Military Grid Reference System (MGRS) uses two grid lettering schemes, referred to as standard and standard + 10 MGRS on this unit. Your position and datum in use determines which one to use. If you use standard and your position is off significantly, then try the alternate. NOTE: When the position format is changed, it affects the way all positions are shown on all screens, including waypoints. To change the coordinate system, press ENT while COORDINATE SYSTEM is highlighted.
The Data Viewer menu has four categories: GPS Data, Navigation, Trip Calculator and Time. Each category has its own data option menu. Ground Speed flashing on Two Position Map page (left). Data Viewer menu with no open categories (center). GPS data category opened with Ground Speed selected (right). 2. Select a data category. If the desired category is flanked by a "+", a list of data options will appear when you highlight the category and press ENT. After opening a category it will have a "–" next to it.
GPS Setup Menu (left). GPS Simulator menu (center). Map Page showing Steer with Arrows dialog boxes (right). The traveler is following a track of 144º at a speed of 71 miles per hour. Choose the desired settings, then turn on the simulator by highlighting the GPS SIMULATOR ON box and pressing ENT. Press EXIT repeatedly to get back to the main page display. A message and tone appear periodically to remind you the simulator is on. To turn off the simulator, repeat the steps above or turn off the unit.
Tip: You can pick any spot on the map to begin a simulation by using the Initialize GPS command. It allows you to move the position arrow to any location on the map. The command is detailed below. Initialize GPS In simulator mode, the Initialize GPS command makes the unit operate as if it is sitting someplace other than its actual location. So you and your unit could be located in Kansas City, but practice navigating in the ocean off Islamorada, Florida.
Map menu (left). Map Data menu (right). From the Map Page, you can access the Map Data menu by pressing MENU|↓ to MAP DATA|ENT. Earth Map Detail From the Map Data menu, highlight EARTH MAP DETAIL and press ENT. Select the desired level of map detail from four options: Off, Low, Medium or High. After the option is set, press EXIT. Pop-up Map Information From the Map Data menu, highlight POPUP MAP INFORMATION and press ENT to turn it on (check) or turn it off (uncheck). After the option is set, press EXIT.
in diameter (same as the zoom range). The second smaller ring is 50 miles in diameter (always 1/2 the zoom range). The distance from your current position to the smaller ring (the ring's radius) is 25 miles (always 1/4 the zoom range). With the map cursor, you can scroll over to see the third and fourth rings. In this example, the distance to the third ring is 75 miles and distance to the fourth ring is 100 miles from your current position.
GPS Setup Menu (left). Map Datum Menu (right). Map Detail Category Drawn This menu determines what mapping features are shown on the screen. This includes, waypoints, trails, icons, cities and highways, etc. You can turn on or off any of these items, customizing the map to your needs. Map Menu (left). Map Categories Drawn Menu (right). To get to Map Categories Drawn: 1. From the Map Page, press MENU|↓ to MAP CATEGORIES DRAWN|ENT. 2. Scroll through the list of categories.
on the map. It then shows the present position as distance on the map from that reference point. For example, if it shows a distance of UP 4.00" and LEFT 0.50", you then measure up four inches and to the left a half-inch from the reference point on the map to find your location. To configure a map fix: To use this format, you need to follow these steps in order. Take a map of the area and determine a reference latitude/longitude.
Press → to SELECT ORIGIN|ENT to bring up the waypoint and POI list. Select the waypoint (or a landmark of POI) you saved the reference point under and press ENT|ENT. Spell out the name of the waypoint, landmark or POI in the Find By Name box or press ENT to select the item from the list below. Highlight the waypoint, landmark or POI and press ENT. The unit displays a waypoint information screen with the command SET AS ORIGIN selected. Press ENT and the unit returns to the Configure Map Fix menu.
To change map orientation from the Map Page, press MENU|↓ to MAP ORIENTATION|ENT. Use ↑ ↓ to select the desired mode, then press ENT. Press EXIT|EXIT to return to the page display. Map Menu (left). Map Orientation menu with the North Up selected (right). NOTE: In North Up and Course Up, the present position arrow appears in the center of the map page. In Track Up, the position arrow appears centered in the lower third of the page.
To view Chart Note information: 1. Use the arrow keys to move the cursor over a Chart Note icon. When it's selected, a pop-up name box appears. 2. Press WPT to display the Note Information screen. 3. To scroll through the Chart Note screen, use ↑ ↓ arrow keys to read the information. To return to the main page display, press EXIT repeatedly. Entrance to Aransas Pass on a NauticPath chart with 8-nautical mile zoom (left).
Port Services icon Pop-up name box NauticPath chart showing Port Services icon selected by cursor. When first highlighted, the Pop-Up name box appears. Tidal Current Information NauticPath charts contain Tidal Current information, represented at large zoom ranges by a box icon with the letter "C." These icons will appear when you are zoomed in to a 6-mile range. The icon stands for a Tidal Current Station location. An example is displayed on the right.
Tidal Current Station icon in animated mode Cursor lines NauticPath chart showing Tidal Current Station icon selected by cursor (left). Icon animates automatically at .08-mile zoom range (right). Current Time Line Velocity Scale Slack Water Line Tide Tables Current Information screen. The Tidal Current Information screen displays daily tidal current data for this station on this date at the present time.
To select another date: 1. Use ← → to highlight month, day or year, then press ENT. 2. Use ↑ ↓ to select the desired month, day or year and press ENT. To clear the information screen, press EXIT. Tide Information NauticPath charts contain Tidal Information, represented at large zoom ranges by a box icon with the letter "T." These icons will appear when you are zoomed in to a 6-mile range. The icon stands for a Tidal Station location. An example is displayed at right.
Current Time Line Height Scale MLLW Line Tide Table Tide Information screen. The Tide Information screen displays daily tidal data for this station on this date at the present time. The graph at the top of the screen is an approximate view of the tidal range pattern for the day, from midnight (MN) to noon (NN) to midnight (MN). The dotted line across the graph is the Mean Lower Low Water line (MLLW).
2. From the Map Page, press MENU|↓ to MAP DATA|ENT|↓ to MAP CHOICE|ENT. Select the Map Name, then press ENT|EXIT|EXIT. WARNING: You should never format the MMC containing your Navionics chart. Formatting the MMC will permanently erase the chart from the card. Overlay Data On any Page display except Satellite Status, you can float or overlay additional GPS or navigation data on the screen with the Overlay Data command.
Every Page display has a maximum number of items you can show using the Overlay Data command. To remove overlaid data: 1. While on the Page that shows the data you want to remove, press MENU|↓ to OVERLAY DATA|ENT. 2. You will see a list of the overlay data currently displayed. Select the item you want to remove from the display and press ENT|ENT to remove the data. To remove another item, repeat Step 2. 3.
To change displayed data font size: 1. From the Map page, press MENU|↓ to OVERLAY DATA|ENT. 2. Press ↓ ↑ to select a data type to resize, then press ← → scroll through five data size options: Off, Small, Medium, Large and Enormous. Press EXIT. The selected data type will be displayed in the new size. Steering arrow Map Page showing Ground Speed, Trip Time and the Steering Arrow. NOTE: Some data types can be displayed in only one font size.
System Setup Menu (left) with Pop-up Help highlighted. Pop-up Help message for the Map Data (right). Reset Options To reset unit to factory defaults: 1. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to SYSTEM SETUP|ENT|↓ to RESET OPTIONS|ENT|← to YES|ENT. NOTE: Reset Options does not erase any waypoints, routes, icons or plot trails. System Menu with Reset Options selected (left). Reset Options confirmation message (right). Require WAAS You can choose to have WAAS signals automatically factored into every position reading.
To Require WAAS: 1. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to GPS SETUP|ENT|↓ to REQUIRE WAAS|ENT. 2. To return to the main page display, press EXIT|EXIT. 3. Repeat Step 1 to turn off WAAS requirement. Require WAAS command on GPS Setup Menu. Screen Contrast and Brightness To access the Screen menu, press MENU|MENU|ENT. The CONTRAST slider bar is already selected. Press ← → to adjust the contrast. To adjust the display's brightness: Press ↓ to BRIGHTNESS. Use ← → to adjust the brightness of the display. Screen Command (left).
Set Language This unit's menus are available in 10 languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Danish, Swedish, Russian, Dutch and Finnish. To select a different language: 1. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to SYSTEM SETUP|ENT. 2. Press ↓ to SET LANGUAGE|ENT. 3. Use ↓ ↑ to select a different language and press ENT. Menus now appear in the language you selected.
frequently lose and reacquire its lock on a WAAS satellite. That can result in the alarm repeatedly going off. If you want, turn off the WAAS Acquired/Lost alarm without affecting how the unit uses WAAS. To turn off WAAS alarm: 1. Press MENU|MENU|↓ to GPS SETUP|ENT|↓ to SHOW WAAS ALARM. 2. Press ENT to turn it on (check) or turn it off (uncheck). After the option is set, press EXIT|EXIT to return to the page display. 3. To turn the alarm on again, repeat Steps 1 and 2.
To set Volume: Press ↓ to VOLUME. Use ← → to adjust the volume. To set Alarm Style: Press ↓ to ALARM STYLE|ENT. Press ↑ ↓ to change the style and press ENT. After the option is set, press EXIT|EXIT to return to the main page display. Sounds highlighted on main menu (left). Sounds menu (right). Track Smoothing This is a factory setting on the GPS Setup menu that should always be on. When stopped or traveling at slow speeds, like walking or trolling, Track Smoothing prevents trails from wandering.
Main Menu (left). Trails Menu (center). Trail Options (right). General Trail Options To access the Trails Menu press MENU|MENU|↓ to MY TRAILS|ENT. Delete All Trails From the Trails Menu, press → to DELETE ALL|ENT|← to YES|ENT. Update Trail Option This menu lets you change the way the trail updates occur. From the Trails Menu, press → to TRAIL OPTIONS|ENT. With UPDATE ACTIVE TRAIL highlighted, press ENT to turn it on (check) or turn it off (uncheck).
first character, then press → to the next character and repeat until the entry is correct. Press EXIT to return to the Trail Options Menu. Update Rate setting (left) and Update Distance setting (right). Trail Name highlighted (left). Edit Trail menu (center). Trails menu with New Trail highlighted (right). Specific Trail Options Delete Trail From the Trails Menu, press ↓ to trail name|ENT. The Edit Trail menu appears. Press → to DELETE TRAIL|ENT|← to YES|ENT.
Transparency set to 0 percent (left) and 50 percent (right). Transparency Use the transparency menu to adjust the transparency of menu windows. A high transparency setting allows you to continue monitoring the screen's display while working with a menu. A low transparency usually will make menu text easier to read, at the cost of watching your display. To adjust Transparency level: Press MENU|MENU|↓ to TRANSPARENCY|ENT. The TRANSPARENCY slider bar appears. Press ↑ ↓ to adjust the level of transparency.
Units of Measure This menu sets the speed, distance, depth, temperature and heading units. To change the units: Press MENU|MENU|↓ to SYSTEM SETUP|ENT|ENT. To set Units of Measure: Select a category you would like to change. Highlight the desired unit of measure option under the category and press ENT. Repeat those steps for each category that has a unit of measure option you would like to change. After all options are set, press EXIT repeatedly to return to the main page display.
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Section 6: Searching NOTE: The background map loaded in your unit lets you search for U.S. Interstate Highway exits and exit services, as well as some land features, including cities and lakes. For a full set of searchable land features, including landmarks, streets, addresses and Points of Interest, you must load your own high-detail custom map produced with our MapCreate 6 software. For a complete description of the detail is found in the background map and custom MapCreate maps, see page 30.
To search somewhere else, use the arrow keys to center the cursor crosshairs on the desired location. When the cursor is active, the unit always begins searching at the cursor location. In search results, the distance and bearing to the selected item will be calculated from the current position. In the case of a cursor search, the search results show distance and bearing from the cursor. Find Addresses 1. From the Map Page, press MENU|↓ to FIND ADDRESS|ENT. 2. Press ENT to search in the Address field. 3.
NOTE: We recommend you do not enter a city name unless the list you are given is too large when searching without it. This unit can actually search quicker without a city and you save time by not entering a city name. Find City field (left). Search in particular city only option (center). Find City by name (right). 6. When the necessary search fields are filled in, press ↓ to FIND ADDRESS|ENT. Your unit asks you to wait while it searches for the address.
8. To navigate to the address, press MENU select GO TO and press ENT. The unit will begin showing navigation information to the address. If you are only looking up an address, highlight FIND and press ENT. The map page will appear with the cursor crosshairs centered on the address. Tip: If the address happens to be an item in the Point of Interest database, you can look up the item's phone number in the Waypoint Information list. With the address selected by the cursor on the map, press WPT.
Find Any Item Selected by Map Cursor On the Map Page with a POI or map feature selected by the cursor press WPT. To return to the main page display, press EXIT. NOTE: Since the Go To waypoint command is highlighted, you can navigate to the selected POI by pressing ENT|EXIT while in the POI Waypoint Information screen. Find Interstate Highway Exits 1. From the Map Page, press MENU|↓ to HIGHWAY EXITS|ENT, which will launch the Find Exit menu. Find Highway Exits command (left) and Find Exit menu (right). 2.
Find By Name menu (left). Find Exit menu with exit selected (right). 3. Once you have selected a highway name you can select an exit. Press ↓ to switch to the Exit List, then press ↓ ↑ until you highlight the exit, then press ENT. 4. In the Exit Information screen you have two choices. A. Press ENT|ENT to navigate or go to the exit. B. Press ENT|→|ENT to find the exit on the map. Go To Exit option (left). Find On Map option (right).
Exit Information screen (left). General location and amenities information (right). Find Map Places or Points of Interest (POI) 1. Press WPT, use ↓ ↑ to select a map place or POI category, then press ENT. (To narrow your search, press → to select a subcategory before pressing ENT.) You will be given two options: search by Name or by Nearest. Find Waypoint menu with Services POI category selected (left) and RV Service subcategory selected (right). 2. Search by nearest POI. Highlight NEAREST|ENT.
Find by nearest option (left) with resulting POI list (right). 3. Search by name of POI. Highlight NAME and press ENT. There are two options: A. You can spell out the POI name in the top selection box. Press ↑ ↓ to change the first letter, then press → to move the cursor to the next letter and repeat until the name is correct, then press ENT|ENT. B.
Go To POI option (left). Find on Map POI option (right). Find Streets or Intersections Find a Street 1. From the Map Page, press MENU|↓ to FIND STREETS|ENT and the Find Streets Menu appears. Find Streets command (left). Find Streets menu (right). 2. You must enter a street name in the First Street dialog box. Press ENT to display the Find By Name menu. There are two options: A. You can spell out the street in the top selection box.
The Find Streets menu with the Find First Street command highlighted (left). Streets Found list (center). Map Page showing results of a street search (right). The cursor points to the located street. 3. The Find Streets menu reappears with the street you are searching for in the First Street box. To search for that street, press ↓ to FIND FIRST STREET|ENT. When the Streets Found list appears, press ↑ ↓ to select the street you are searching for and press ENT. 4.
B. Or you can jump down to the lower box and pick the second street from the selection list. Press ENT, then press ↓ ↑ to select a street from the list and press ENT. 5. The Find Streets menu reappears with the first and second street dialog boxes filled in. You could now use similar techniques to select a city or Zip code, but your search will probably be faster if you leave those boxes blank. You can specify a city and/or Zip code later on to narrow the search, if the resulting list is too long.
Find Waypoints 1. Press WPT|↑ to MY WAYPOINTS|ENT. 2. If searching for the nearest waypoint, select NEAREST and press ENT. If searching by name, highlight NAME and press ENT. (To search by name, jump to step 5.) Find By Nearest command (left). Find by Name command (center). List of the nearest waypoints (right). 3.
Find By Name menu (left). Waypoint Information screen (center). The cursor crosshairs are centered on the desired waypoint (right). A. To navigate to the waypoint, press ENT. The Go To Waypoint command is already highlighted. The unit will show navigation information to the waypoint. B. To find the waypoint, press ↓ to FIND ON MAP|ENT. The Map Page appears with the cursor crosshairs centered on the found waypoint.
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Section 7: Supplemental Material Datums Used by This Unit WGS 1984 Default Zaire, Zambia and Zimbabwe Adindan Mean for Ethiopia, Sudan Arc 1950 - Botswana Adindan Burkina Faso Arc 1950 - Lesotho Arc 1950 - Burundi Arc 1950 - Malawi Adindan Cameroon Adindan Ethiopia Arc 1950 - Swaziland Adindan Mali Arc 1950 - Zimbabwe Adindan Senegal Arc 1960 - Mean for Kenya, Tanzania Adindan Sudan Ascension Island 1958 - Ascension Island Ain el Abd 1970 Bahrain Ain el Abd 1970 Saudi Arabia Anna 1 Astro 1965
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Naparima BWI Trinidad & Tobago North American 1927 Mean for Antigua, Barbados, Barbuda, Caicos Islands, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Grand Cayman, Jamaica, Turks Islands North American 1927 Mean for Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua North American 1927 Mean for Canada North American 1927 Mean for CONUS (Continental United States) North American 1927 Mean for CONUS (East of Mississippi River) including Louisiana, Missouri, Minnesota North American 1927 Mean for CONUS (West of Missi
South American 1969 Chile Tokyo Mean for Japan, Korea, Okinawa South American 1969 Colombia Tokyo Japan South American 1969 Ecuador Tokyo Korea South American 1969 Ecuador (Baltra, Galapagos) Tokyo South American 1969 Guyana Tristan Astro 1968 Tristan da Cunha South American 1969 Paraguay South American 1969 Peru Viti Levu 1916 Fiji (Viti Levu Island) South American 1969 Trinidad & Tobago Eniwetok 1960 Point 58 Sweden Santo (DOS) 1965 Espirito Santo Island Sao Braz Azores (Sao Miguel, Santa Ma
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FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 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. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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