Q u i c k Sta rt GPSMAP 295 Quick Start Guide d Rea This ! t Firs 1
Q u i c k Sta rt Unit Features Color LCD Display Thank you for purchasing the GARMIN GPSMAP 295 —the result of our continuing effort to provide quality, user-friendly navigation systems for all your needs. This Quick Start guide is designed to introduce the basic functions of the unit. Please take a few Detachable Antenna moments now to review the features of your GPSMAP 295, To remove, rotate to ten o’clock as illustrated below.
The GPSMAP 295 operates on 6 AA batteries or an external power source (from 10-35 volts DC). AA batteries are installed in the compartment on the back of the unit. These batteries provide up to three hours of continuous use. Rechargeable NiCad or lithium batteries may also be used. 1 Q u i c k Sta rt Battery Installation The on-screen battery level indicator is calibrated for alkaline batteries, and will not be accurate when using NiCad or lithium batteries. A setting is provided for NiCad batteries.
Q u i c k Sta rt Cigarette Lighter Adapter A cigarette lighter adapter is provided with your GPSMAP 295. For extended operation, you may wish to use this adapter and leave the batteries installed as a backup power source. External power from 10 to 35 volts DC may be applied to the unit. To connect the cigarette lighter adapter: 1. Lift the rubber weathercap from the power/data connector at the top rear of the unit (see left). 2.
The Global Positioning System (GPS) consists of a network of 24 satellites which circle the earth twice a day in a very precise orbit and transmit information back to Earth. The GPSMAP 295 must continuously “see” at least three satellites to calculate your position and track your movement. At times, additional satellites may be needed to determine a position.
Q u i c k Sta rt Keypad Usage / Data Entry (POWER)— Press and hold to turn the unit on or off. Press momentarily to adjust screen backlight and contrast. (PAGE)— Scrolls through main pages in sequence. PAG E QUIT (QUIT)— Returns the display to a previous page or restores a data field’s previous value. MAR ENT K ER (ENTER/MARK)— Activates highlighted fields and confirms menu options or data entry. Press and hold this key to mark present position as a waypoint.
Take the GPSMAP 295 outside and find an open area where the antenna has a clear view of the sky. You may either hold the unit at a comfortable height with the antenna pointing up (see page 2), or place the unit in one of the supplied mounting brackets (see Appendix A in your Pilot’s Guide). Q u i c k Sta rt Turning On & Off To turn the GPSMAP 295 on, press and hold the RED POWER KEY. A Welcome Page will appear while the unit conducts a self test.
Q u i c k Sta rt Satellite Status Page The signal strength bars give you an indication of what satellites are visible, whether they’re being used to calculate a position fix, and the signal quality. Solid bars indicate satellite(s) ready to be used to determine a position fix. The Satellite Status Page is the first main page you’ll view while your GPSMAP 295 is acquiring satellites and determining a position.
If some of the screen examples on the following pages do not generally match what you see on your GPSMAP 295, your unit may be in “Land Mode”. Land Mode substitutes some aviation features with equivalents more suitable for automotive use. Some alert messages, which would be appropriate in the cockpit, are disabled to prevent nuisance messages not needed while driving. Additionally, there are many settings on the GPSMAP 295 you can make on your own.
Q u i c k Sta rt The GPSMAP 295 features five main pages which are linked together, in series. You can quickly cycle through these main pages—in either direction—using the PAGE and QUIT keys. Each of these main pages is described in greater detail in the reference section of this manual. Satellite Status Page PAG E >>> Position Page Map Page HSI Page (or RMI Page in Land Mode) Active Route Page >>> Main Page Sequence QUIT To display the next page in the sequence, press PAGE. .
One of the most important features of your new GPSMAP 295 is the built-in Jeppesen database, which inlcudes information on airports, runways, frequencies, approaches, navaids and airspace boundaries. This information is readily available from the D WPT key or directly from the Map Page. Q u i c k Sta rt Viewing Database Info To view the database information by entering the identifier, facility name or city: 1. Press D WPT. 2. The waypoint information pages will appear.
Q u i c k Sta rt Going to a Waypoint To select a GOTO destination from the waypoint information pages, select the on-screen ‘GOTO’ button and press ENTER. The ‘GOTO’ button, appearing at the bottom of the waypoint information pages, allows you to quickly and easily navigate to the displayed airport, navaid or user-created waypoint. Selecting a ‘GOTO’ destination establishes a straight-line course from your present position to the destination you’ve chosen.
If the Map Page is not currently displayed, press PAGE (repeatedly) until the Map Page appears. The Map Page shows your movement using a real-time track log (an electronic breadcrumb trail that appears directly on the map as you’re traveling), and your present position as an airplane icon in the center of the map. The Map Page also shows any nearby airspace boundaries, lakes, rivers, highways and towns. The map scale is shown in the lower left-hand corner of the map.
Q u i c k Sta rt HSI Page The ‘Big Numbers’ option (selected using the MENU key) shows two large character data fields. Like the small character fields, the desired data is user-selectable. If the HSI Page is not currently displayed, press PAGE (repeatedly) until the HSI Page appears. The HSI (horizontal situation indicator) Page provides graphic steering guidance to a destination waypoint and, along with the Map Page, will become one of your primary navigation screens.
A list of the nine nearest airports within 200 miles of your present position is always just a keystroke away! For in-flight emergencies or if you just want to stop for a break, you can select an airport from the list and designate it as your destination. If you want to listen in on the local communication frequencies, check the runway layout or need fuel, you can review the Jeppesen data for a nearby airport. Q u i c k Sta rt Nearest Airports To view the nine nearest airports: 1. Press the NRST key.
Quick Troubleshooting Sta rt Your GPSMAP 295 is designed with the flexibility to operate in an aircraft cockpit and in your automobile. Interference from other equipment is possible, but is not typically the cause of satellite reception problems.
