Owner’s Manual GPSMAP 3205 ®
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Introduction > Installing Your GPSMAP 3205 and About This Manual Introduction Thank you for choosing the Garmin GPSMAP® 3205. The GPSMAP 3205 uses the proven performance of Garmin® GPS and full-featured mapping to create an unsurpassed marine Multi-Function Display (MFD). Take a moment now to compare the contents of this package with the packing list on the outside of the box. If any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately.
Introduction > Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction................................................................................................ i Installing Your GPSMAP 3205......................................................................... i About This Manual........................................................................................... i Product Registration....................................................................................... v Contact Garmin...........
Introduction > Table of Contents Map Page........................................................................................................ 34 Using the Map Pointer.............................................................................................35 Selecting Map Ranges.............................................................................................36 Cartography.............................................................................................................
Introduction > Table of Contents XM WX Weather...................................................................................... 81 Customizing Preset Weather Displays........................................................ 81 Weather Tab................................................................................................... 83 Marine Bulletins Sub Tab........................................................................................83 Using Radar......................................
Introduction > Product Registration and Software License Agreement Product Registration Software License Agreement Contact Garmin Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in binary executable form in the normal operation of the product. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in and to the Software remain in Garmin. Help us better support you by completing our online registration today! Connect to our Web site at my.garmin.com.
Introduction > Warnings and Important Information Warnings Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could result in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury. • When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on the unit to all available navigation sources, including information from visual sightings, and maps. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions before continuing navigation.
Getting Started > Unit Overview Getting Started Unit Overview Data card slot Serial number tag Slide the data card door in the direction of the arrow (to the left) and pull to open it.
Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 3205 Keypad Using the GPSMAP 3205 Keypad POWER Key • Press and hold to turn the unit on or off. • Press and release to adjust backlighting. PAGE Key • Press to cycle through the main pages in sequence. • Press to end an operation in progress and return to the main page. QUIT Key • Press to cancel data entry or exit a page. ENTER/MARK Key • Press and release to enter highlighted items and data or confirm on-screen messages.
Getting Started > Turning on the GPSMAP 3205 Using Soft Keys Soft keys are located along the bottom of the screen and are used as shortcuts to select the most commonly used options for the selected page, window, or tab. To select a soft key, press the key directly below it.
Getting Started > Initializing the GPS Receiver To turn off the GPSMAP 3205: Press and hold the POWER key until the unit turns off. Adjusting the Backlight You can adjust the screen backlighting on the GPSMAP 3205 from any page by using the POWER/BACKLIGHT key. To adjust the backlight level: 1. Press and release the POWER/BACKLIGHT key. 2. Press up on the ROCKER to increase the brightness, or press down to decrease.
Getting Started > Initializing the GPS Receiver The sky view shows a birds-eye view of the location of each satellite relative to the receiver’s last known location. The outer circle represents the horizon (north up), the inner circle 45º above the horizon, and the center point a location directly overhead. You can also set the sky view to a Track Up configuration, causing the top of the sky view to align along your current track heading.
Getting Started > Using Simulator Mode Using Simulator Mode Simulator Mode is great for practicing with the unit while inside and satellite signals are not available. When the GPSMAP 3205 is in Simulator Mode, the GPS receiver is turned off. The unit cannot be used for actual navigation. Note: Do not try to navigate in Simulator Mode. While in Simulator Mode, the GPS receiver is turned off.
Getting Started > Using Simulator Mode To set up Simulator Mode: Highlight the Setup button, and press ENTER. The Simulator Setup window appears. The following options are available: • Current Time/Date—enter a simulated date and time. • Speed—enter a simulated speed. • Track Control—select track control. Auto Track steers to the current navigation point; User Track allows you to enter a heading in the Track field. • Track—enter a simulated heading.
Basic Operation > Using the GPSMAP 3205 Basic Operation Highlighted field Using the GPSMAP 3205 This section explains how to enter and select information with the GPSMAP 3205. Field Understanding the Features The advanced keypad system on the GPSMAP 3205 is designed to allow quick, convenient selection of navigation options and data entry. As you progress through this owner’s manual, you are directed to press a specific key or highlight a field on the screen.
Basic Operation > Using the GPSMAP 3205 Selecting Options and Entering Data To select options and enter data, use the ROCKER to highlight, or select an item in a list or a field on the screen. Use the ENTER key, soft keys, and the ROCKER to select options, enter names and numbers in data fields, and activate your selections. To select an optional feature: 1. From any page, press ADJ. The adjustment menu shows a list of optional features specific to that page. To enter data in a data field: 1.
Basic Operation > Using the GPSMAP 3205 See your Garmin dealer or visit the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for more information on available pre-programmed Garmin data cards and other MapSource programs to increase the mapping capability of your new chartplotter. NOTE: When networking with a Garmin GPSMAP 4000 or 5000 series unit, map data is not shared.
Basic Operation > Finding an Item Additional information tabs Map window Finding an Item Press FIND to search for items from your current location including waypoints, anchorages, cities, marine services, navaids, restricted areas, wrecks, celestial information, tides, and currents. If you pan around on the map window and press FIND, the unit centers its search from the map pointer location.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Waypoints 4. Some items have a Filter List button that allows you to enter letters or numbers of the item name. The search result shows only items matching the entered letters or numbers. Highlight the Filter List button, and press ENTER. Enter data, as needed, to narrow your search. To find an item from another location on the map: 1. Open the Map Page. Use the ROCKER to pan to the location you want, and then press FIND. The Find From (Location) Page appears. 2.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Waypoints To create a new waypoint from a map feature: 1. Use the ROCKER to move the map pointer and highlight the map feature you want. 2. Press ENTER/MARK to capture the pointer location. The Review Page for the selected map feature appears. 3. Press the Create Wpt soft key to open the Review Waypoint Page. 4. To accept the waypoint with the default information, press ENTER. OR To change any waypoint information, highlight the appropriate field and press ENTER.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Waypoints Creating Waypoints Manually You can manually enter position coordinates to create a waypoint using the Points tab on the Main Menu. This method is useful for creating a waypoint at a specific latitude/longitude position from a chart or other source. Entering coordinates into the MFD while it is set to a datum different from the datum in which the coordinates were created might result in an incorrect waypoint location.
Basic Operation > Reviewing and Editing Waypoints Reviewing and Editing Waypoints After you create a waypoint, you can modify, review, rename, move, or delete it using the Review Waypoint Page. This page shows waypoint details, and a map window that you can pan or scale. To access the Review Waypoint Page: Use the ROCKER to highlight a waypoint on the Map Page, and press ENTER. To change the waypoint name: 1. Highlight the waypoint name field, and press ENTER. 2.
Basic Operation > Reviewing and Editing Waypoints To access the map window on the Review Waypoint Page: 1. Press FCTN to highlight the map window. You can pan the map, change the map range, or use the map pointer to select a location. Map window Projecting a Waypoint You can modify a waypoint by moving or “projecting” the distance and bearing from its present location to a new location. To move the waypoint on the map: 1. Press the Move Wpt soft key.
Basic Operation > Reviewing and Editing Waypoints Referencing a Waypoint Sub tabs The Reference field on the Review Waypoint Page shows the waypoint distance and bearing from your current location. You can also reference the waypoint location from another waypoint, map location, or category from a data card. To reference a waypoint from another item: 1. On the Review Waypoint Page, highlight the Reference field, and press ENTER. The Find From Current Position Page appears. 2.
Basic Operation > Reviewing and Editing Waypoints 3. Press ENTER to review the highlighted waypoint on the Review Waypoint Page. 4. Press the Next soft key to return to the waypoint list. The next waypoint in the list is automatically highlighted. Deleting Waypoints The following soft keys are available when you highlight a waypoint on the User sub tab: • New Waypoint—creates a new waypoint. • Delete—deletes the selected waypoint from the list and any route in which the waypoint was used.
Basic Operation > Navigating to a Destination To add a proximity waypoint: 1. Press the New Alarm soft key on the Proximity sub tab. The Find From Current Position Page appears. 2. Highlight a category, and press ENTER. 3. Use the ROCKER to highlight a waypoint or map item from the list, and press ENTER. The Review Page appears for the selected waypoint or map item within a red circle. 4. Press the OK soft key. The Proximity sub tab appears with the Distance highlighted. 5.
Basic Operation > Navigating to a Destination To initiate a Go To from a point list: 1. Press NAV. 2. Highlight Go To Point, and press ENTER. The Find From Current Position Page opens. 3. Highlight Waypoints, and press ENTER. (You can also choose to go to other points from this list, such as cities or tide stations.) 4. Select a waypoint from the By Name or Nearest tab list, and press ENTER to open the Review Waypoint Page for the selected waypoint. 5. Press the Go To soft key to begin navigation.
Basic Operation > Navigating to a Destination The TracBack function allows you to retrace your path using the track log automatically stored in the receiver’s memory, which eliminates the need to store waypoints along the way. TracBack routes are created by reducing your track log into a route and activating an inverted route. When active, a TracBack route leads you through your stored track log points, so it is a good idea to clear the existing track log before you start your current trip.
Basic Operation > Navigating to a Destination Default track name Total number of points Total distance Change color of track line Initiating a Follow Track You must save a track before using the Follow Track option. If there are no saved tracks, the message “There are no Saved Tracks to follow” appears. To initiate a Follow Track using the NAV key: 1. Press NAV, highlight Follow Track, and press ENTER. The Select Track Page appears. 2. Highlight the track you want to follow, and press ENTER. 3.
Basic Operation > Man OverBoard (MOB) TracBack Tips When a TracBack is active, the GPSMAP 3205 takes the track log stored in memory and divides it into segments called legs. Up to 300 temporary turns (BEGIN, TURN 1, TURN 2,...., TURN X, END) are created to mark the most significant features of the track log to duplicate your exact path as closely as possible. To get the most out of the TracBack feature, remember the following tips: • Always clear the track log at the starting point.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes Creating and Using Routes You can create and store up to 50 reversible routes (numbered 1–50), with up to 300 points each. Creating a New Route Using the Route tab on the Main Menu, you can create a new route in one of two ways.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes Route List with Information 9. Repeat steps 5–8 until all route points are entered. Press QUIT to return to the Route Page. Navigating a Saved Route After you create a route, press the NAV key to start the route and use it for navigation. You can follow a route in the same sequence as it was originally created, invert and follow the route from the end point back to the beginning point, or re-evaluate it. To navigate a saved route: 1.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes Creating a Quick NAV Route Use the Create QUICK soft key to create a quick route. To create and navigate a QUICK NAV route: 1. Press NAV/MOB, and highlight Follow Route. 2. Press the Create QUICK soft key. 3. Use the map pointer to select a waypoint or map item, and press ENTER.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes Editing Route field 3. Use the ROCKER to change the route name, and press ENTER when finished. To review individual route points on the map: 1. On the Routes tab, highlight the route you want to edit, and press ENTER. The map window opens showing the selected route. 2. Highlight a point on the route, and press ENTER to open the Review Waypoint Page. Review Waypoint Page 3.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes Route leg to change To remove a point from a route: 3. Press the Add soft key. The color of the selected route leg changes to magenta and the word “ADD” appears below the map pointer. 4. Use the ROCKER to drag the map pointer to the location where you want to add a route point. 5. Press ENTER to add the point to the route. 28 1. On the Routes tab, highlight the route you want to edit, and press ENTER. The map window opens showing the selected route. 2.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes 3. Press QUIT to return to the Route List. To change the data column (Plan Route feature): 1. On the Route list, highlight the adjustment button to the right of the Course column header, and press ENTER. The middle title is highlighted. Planning features 4. Use the ROCKER to drag the map pointer to the location where you want to move the route point, and then press ENTER to move the route point.
Main Pages > Overview Main Pages The GPSMAP 3205 has four main pages that are always available: Map Page, Map Split Page, Compass Page, and 3D Highway Page. Press PAGE to cycle through the main pages in order. If you have a GSD 20, GSD 21, or GSD 22 with transducer connected to the GPSMAP 3205, a Sonar Page is inserted into the page sequence. When the unit is turned on, the Map Page appears.
Main Pages > Configuring Main Pages Configuring Main Pages You can customize each main page to fit your navigational needs, and you can modify digital data fields and add additional secondary functions to each of the main pages. As you add optional hardware to the GPSMAP 3205 or Garmin Marine Network, additional function choices might appear automatically. You can also display other functions, such as a compass, temperature log (if inputting Garmin or NMEA sonar data), or a second map (Map Page only).
Main Pages > Configuring Main Pages 3. Press up on the ROCKER to display larger text with fewer data fields; press down on the ROCKER to display smaller text with more data fields. A preview of the data fields appears in the preview window. As you adjust the data field size, the configurable data fields automatically appear in the Digital 1 and Digital 2 lists. 4. Press QUIT to exit the slider adjustment. Press QUIT again to return to the main page.
Main Pages > Using Function Windows Using Function Windows You can add additional function windows to any of the main pages. After you configure a main page, press FCTN to cycle through the available function windows. The active function window is highlighted with a yellow box. Each time you press FCTN, the highlight moves in a clockwise motion (when three or more function windows are shown).
Main Pages > Map Page Viewing a Main Page in Full-Screen Mode Use the DATA key to view the main page in full-screen mode, without functions, the status bar, or Digital Data fields. Press DATA again to return to the previous view. Map Page The Map Page provides a comprehensive display of electronic cartography, plotting, and navigational data. The Map Page shows your boat on a digital chart, complete with geographic names, map items, navaids, and other chart features.
Main Pages > Map Page Use the RANGE Up and RANGE Down keys and the ROCKER to select zoom ranges and move the map pointer. Two basic map operating modes, Position mode and Pointer mode, determine what cartography (map data) is shown on the Map Page. Position mode pans the cartography to keep the current position marker within the display area, whereas Pointer mode pans the cartography to keep the map pointer within the display area.
Main Pages > Map Page Selecting Map Ranges The map display has 28 available range scales from 20 ft to 800 mi (5 m to 1200 km). The map range is controlled by the RANGE Up and RANGE Down keys, with the current range shown at the lower-right corner of the Map Page.
Main Pages > Map Page Map Page Options The Map Page provides access to functions and features relating to the Map Page (or Map function window) using the ADJ key and soft key options. The available options are: Measure (Distance), Hide (Show) Detail, and Setup. As you add optional hardware to the MFD or Garmin Marine Network, additional adjustment menu choices may appear automatically You can customize the Map Page to show other functions and different sizes or types of Digital Data fields.
Main Pages > Map Page To hide (show) map details: 1. Press the Show Detail soft key to show map details; press the Hide Detail soft key to hide map details. Spot soundings (BlueChart data) Changing Map Setup Features Use the Setup (Map Setup) option to configure the map display preferences, including map detail, map orientation, automatic zoom, and various map items and points. When you select Map Setup, the Main Menu appears with the Map tab selected.
Main Pages > Map Split Page and Compass Page Map Split Page Use the Map Split Page to view two pages at the same time. You can show two different views of the Map Page, or to show a split view of the Map and 3D Highway pages. If you have a Garmin sonar module connected, you can set up the Map Split Page to show the Map Page and Sonar Page; if you have Garmin radar connected, you can view both the Map Page and the Radar Page. To configure the Map Split Page: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Main Pages > 3D Highway Page When you are moving, the orange Bearing Pointer points toward your destination, while the Compass Ring reflects the direction you are traveling with a red vertical line at the top of the Compass Ring. When you are headed directly toward your destination, the Bearing Pointer points toward the top of the display, aligned with the red vertical line displayed at the top of the Compass Ring.
Main Pages > 3D Highway Page To view the map on the 3D Highway Page: Press the Show Map soft key to show the map cartography on the 3D Highway Page. Press Hide Map to return to the highway view. 3D Highway Page Options The 3D Highway Page provides access to functions and features relating to the 3D Highway Page (or Highway function window) using the ADJ key and soft key options. The available ADJ soft key options are Route Details, Edit Active Route, and Setup.
Main Menu > GPS Tab Main Menu The Main Menu provides access to various waypoint, system, navigation and interface management, and setup menus in an easy-to-use tab format. The Main Menu is accessible from any page by pressing and holding ADJ/MENU. As you add optional hardware to the GPSMAP 3205 or Garmin Marine Network, additional Main Menu tabs or sub tabs may appear automatically.
Main Menu > Tide Tab Tide Tab Use the Tide tab to view tide and current information. The Tide tab contains two sub tabs: Tide and Current. in 1-hour increments. A solid, vertical line (with the local time at the top) indicates the tide height corresponding to the time shown in the local time box. Max. level High tide curve Time bar Local time Current tide height bar Current tide height Min.
Main Menu > Tide Tab To select the Tide Station nearest to your location: 1. Highlight the For field, and press ENTER to open the Find Tides Page. 2. Highlight Current Position, and press ENTER to open the Find Near Current Position Page. 3. Select a Tide Station from the list, and press ENTER. As you move the highlight over each Tide Station in the list, the station is highlighted on the map window.
Main Menu > Tide Tab Current Sub Tab The Current sub tab contains graphical charts showing information for currents in a 24-hour span starting at midnight. You can choose from different dates and more than 3,000 Current Stations around the US coastline, Alaska, Hawaii, western Canada, and several of the Caribbean islands. The top of the Current sub tab shows the Current Station and the date. The bottom of the tab shows the distance and bearing from your location.
Main Menu > Celestial Tab To select a Current Station from a map location: 1. Highlight the For field, and press ENTER to open the Find Currents Page. 2. Highlight Map Position, and press ENTER to open the Select Position Page. 3. Press up or down on the ROCKER to move the map pointer to a map location, and press ENTER. The Find Near Other Position Page shows a list of Current Stations near the selected map location. 4. Select a Current Station, and press ENTER.
Main Menu > Trip Tab To view celestial information for a different location: 1. On the Celestial tab, highlight the At field, and press ENTER. The Find Celestial Information Page appears. Trip Tab The Trip tab shows data for Trip Odometer, Moving Average speed, Total Average speed, Maximum Speed, Stopped Time, Moving Time, Total Time, and Odometer. Soft keys 2. Make a selection and press ENTER repeatedly until the information for that location appears on the Celestial tab.
Main Menu > Weather Tab and Points Tab Weather Tab The Weather tab shows current weather conditions, the forecast, sea surface information, and a forecast map. The Weather tab also contains a Setup sub tab that you can use to customize preset weather options. The Weather tab appears only if you have the Weather check box selected on the Main Menu—System tab. See the “XM WX Weather” section beginning on page 81 for more information.
Main Menu > Routes Tab Proximity Sub Tab Use the Proximity sub tab on the Points tab to define an alarm circle around a stored waypoint location. The alarm circle can help you avoid reefs, rocks, or restricted waters. You can add proximity alarms to up to 10 waypoints, with a maximum alarm radius of 99.99 nautical or statute miles or kilometers. Routes Tab The Routes tab contains a list of available routes.
Main Menu > Tracks Tab Tracks Tab Use the Tracks tab to specify whether or not to record a track log, define how it is recorded, or save track log data for future use. The Tracks tab also provides an indicator of the memory used for the active track log and options to clear the track memory. The Track tab is divided in two sub tabs: Active and Saved. For more information setting up track options and saved tracks, see pages 20–21.
Main Menu > DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Tab Saved Sub Tab The Saved sub tab shows a list of all saved track logs and allows TracBack activation and a map display of saved track logs. You can save up to 15 track logs in memory with up to 700 track log points in each saved log. On the Saved sub tab, the following soft keys are available: • Review Map—opens the Saved Track window so you can review the selected track. • Delete—deletes the highlighted saved track log from memory.
Main Menu > DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Tab Understanding DSC Distress Calls With a Garmin DSC-capable chartplotter properly connected to a VHF radio featuring DSC output, you can receive any DSC distress call within range. An alert message appears and an alarm sounds (if enabled) when a distress call is received. The alarm sounds only for a distress call; position reports do not sound the alarm.
Main Menu > DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Tab DSC Directory The DSC Directory acts like a phone book and can save up to 100 contacts. The directory lists all contacts by name and MMSI number. Press ADJ from this page to delete a highlighted entry or delete all entries. To add a new directory item: 1. Press the New Item soft key. The Directory Item Review window allows you to enter information of a known contact. 2. Highlight the MMSI, Name, or Comment field, and press ENTER. 3.
Main Menu > Card Tab Card Tab Use the Card tab to transfer waypoints, routes, and tracks to and from a data card. When data is saved to a data card, it can be exchanged with other compatible units and Garmin’s MapSource software program. 54 To transfer data to or from a data card: 1. Insert the data card. If there is already user data on the card, highlight Manage User Card, and press ENTER. The Main Menu appears with the Card tab selected. 2.
Main Menu > Messages Tab Messages Tab The Messages tab shows a list of messages generated by the GPSMAP 3205. Use the ROCKER to scroll through the messages. The date and time when each message occurred is shown at the bottom of the tab. To view detailed information: Highlight a message, and press ENTER. A window opens showing detailed information for the selected message.
Main Menu > Alarms Tab Alarms Tab Use the Alarms tab to define alarm settings. The Alarms tab is divided into three sub tabs: System, Nav, and Sonar. System Alarms Use the System sub tab to set alarms for the system clock, batteries, and GPS accuracy. Alarm messages appear in red across the status bar or changes the appearance of a data field if that field shows alarm-related data (for example, depth or voltage). Press QUIT to acknowledge an alarm message.
Main Menu > Alarms Tab Nav (Navigation) Alarms Use the Nav sub tab to set navigational alarms including anchor drag, arrival, and off course. The Nav sub tab contains the following alarms: • Anchor Drag—sets an alarm to sound when a specified drift distance is exceeded. Enter a value in the distance field, and use the control field to turn the alarm on and off. • Arrival—sets an alarm to sound when a specified distance or time away from a destination waypoint is exceeded.
Main Menu > System Tab System Tab The System tab consists of five sub tabs—General, Units, Time, Comm, and Update. General Sub Tab Use the General sub tab to control system settings for system mode, speed filter, automatic backlight, beeper, language, simulator controls, restore factory default settings, and to view the software version. The following settings and options are available: • System Mode—select from Normal (normal navigation) or Simulator (for practice only).
Main Menu > System Tab Sliders 5. Press up or down on the ROCKER to increase or decrease the backlight level, and press ENTER. 6. To adjust the offset minutes, select the minutes field, and press ENTER. 7. Enter the offset minutes for Before Sunrise or After Sunset. If zero, the unit automatically changes to the specified level at sunrise/sunset. Press QUIT to exit.
Main Menu > System Tab • Map Datum—manually select the datum reference used to determine a given location. The default setting is WGS 84. The unit automatically selects the best datum depending on your chosen position format. Datums are used to describe geographic locations for surveying, mapping, and navigation and are not actual maps built in the unit. Although more than 100 datums are available, you should change the datum only if you are using a map or chart that specifies a different datum.
Main Menu > System Tab The following options are available: • Time Format—select 12 Hour, 24 Hour (military), or UTC (also called Greenwich Time) time format. • Time Zone—select your time zone to show correct local time or enter a UTC Offset (how many hours you are ahead or behind the time line). • Daylight Saving Time—select Auto, On, or Off to adjust for daylight saving time.
Main Menu > System Tab Network You can select the method to upload or download user data on networked MFDs. • Merge User Data—merges the user data for all MFDs on each MFD. • Clone User Data—the user data from the MFD initiating the clone replaces the user data on all other MFDs attached to the network. NMEA Interface If you are going to use the GPSMAP 3205 with a NMEA device (such as a radio or autopilot), the unit needs to be set to input/output NMEA data.
Main Menu > Network Tab To set up the Advanced NMEA Page: 1. Press the NMEA Setup soft key to open the Advanced NMEA Setup Page. 2. To change, enable, or disable NMEA output sentences, highlight the sentence, and press ENTER to select or clear the check box. Only selected sentences are output. Network Tab The Network tab shows all devices connected to the GPSMAP 3205 and the Garmin Marine Network, and the status of each. You can assign a name or identifier to each device on your network.
Main Menu > Pages Tab Pages Tab Use the Pages tab to change the page sequence, or add or remove pages. To add a page to the page sequence: 1. Press the Add Page soft key. 2. Highlight the page you want to add in the Unused Pages list ,and press ENTER. The page is added to the Pages list, and appears on the Pages menu when you press the ADJ key. Press the Move Up or Move Down soft key to change page sequence. To remove a page from the page sequence: 1. Highlight the page in the Pages list. 2.
Main Menu > Map Tab Map Tab Use the Map tab to configure the map show to your preferences, including map detail, map orientation, and automatic zoom. Changes made to the Map tab sub tabs affect all maps. Prefs Sub Tab Use the Prefs sub tab to select map preferences. The Prefs sub tab contains the following settings: To change a Map Setup feature: 1. On a Map function window, press the Map Setup soft key to open the Main Menu. The Map tab is highlighted. 2.
Main Menu > Map Tab • Spot Soundings—turns on the depth spot sounding data. Select On,Warn Depth, or Off. • Warn Depth—shows the spot sounding below the set value in red. This field is available only when Warn Depth is selected in the Spot Soundings field. • Orientation—sets the orientation of the map display: • North Up—fixes the top of the map display to a north heading. • Track Up—fixes the top of the map display to the current track heading. Set to All Ranges for constant Track Up.
Main Menu > Map Tab Labels Sub Tab Use the Labels sub tab to select the screen size of the text for a given map item. Nav Sub Tab Use the Nav sub tab to indicate whether certain navigational features are shown or hidden on the Map Page and the scale at which they appear. The Labels sub tab contains the following options: • Chart, Waypoints, Active Route, Tide Stations, Services, Spot Soundings, Lat/Lon Grid—controls the screen size of the text for a given map item. Select None, Small, Medium, or Large.
Main Menu > Map Tab • Course Line—sets the maximum zoom scale at which the course line appears on-screen. Select Auto, Off, or <120 ft to <800 nm. • Heading Line—draws an extension from the end of the boat icon in the direction of travel. For Distance, enter the numeric distance value to which you want the line to extend. For Time, enter the numeric time value for which you want the line to extend. The Time line length automatically adjusts as your speed changes.
Main Menu > Sonar Tab Use the Advanced soft key to show a list of the optional BlueChart or MapSource data loaded on the data card. Each map family (or type) is described by name and can be cleared if you do not want to show the data on the Map Page. To show the Advanced Map Card Setup: 1. Press the Advanced soft key to open the Advanced Map Card Setup window. 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight a map family in the Map Family Name list. 3.
Main Menu > Highway Tab and XM Tab Highway Tab Use the Highway tab to select whether waypoints and tracks are shown on the 3D Highway Page. Use the ROCKER and the ENTER key to select or clear options. XM Tab The XM tab is where you can view and select XM Radio channels, add or delete favorites, and obtain radio ID and XM WX Weather service level information. The XM tab contains two sub tabs: Audio and Information.
Main Menu > XM Tab To select an XM Radio channel: 1. Highlight the song area, and press ENTER. 2. Press up or down on the ROCKER to select a channel, and press ENTER. Using Favorites You can create a customized list of your favorite XM Radio channels. To add a channel to Favorites: Select a channel, and then press the Add Favorite soft key. The channel appears in the list of favorites. To delete a channel from Favorites: To turn audio on or off: 1.
Using Sonar > Understanding Sonar Using Sonar This section covers the additional options for the GPSMAP 3205 when used with a GSD 21 or GSD 22 Sounder Module. Read the installation instructions included with your Garmin Sounder Module to proprerly install the Garmin Sounder Module. NOTE: You must have a GSD 20, GSD 21, or GSD 22 Sounder Module installed and connected to your GPSMAP 3205 to use the sonar features.
Using Sonar > Understanding Sonar The wide beam is more helpful in shallow water, because it gives you a much wider view of objects in the water, including areas beyond the sides of your boat. At a 30-foot depth, the wide beam covers the area of approximately a 20-foot circle. At the top of the screen, you might see a grouping of intense colors. This area is surface clutter, which can be caused by waves or any other sonar interference at the surface of the water.
Using Sonar > Sonar Page Sonar Page The Sonar Page is where your GPSMAP 3205 becomes a powerful fishfinder/ flasher. If a GSD 21 or a GSD 22 Sounder Module is not attached, the Sonar Page appears only when the GPSMAP 3205 is in Simulator Mode or if the Sonar check box is selected on the System tab. To view the Sonar Page: Press Page repeatedly until the Sonar Page appears. The sonar function window contains a right-to-left moving sonar image of the water beneath your boat.
Using Sonar > Sonar Page Configuring the Sonar Page You can customize the Sonar page to fit your navigational needs See “Configuring Main Pages” on page 31 for more information. Using the Sonar Adjustment Menu Use the Sonar adjustment menu to access the settings and features most commonly used on the Sonar Page. To select an adjustment option from the Sonar Page: 1. Press ADJ to open the Sonar adjustment menu. 2.
Using Sonar > Sonar Page • Frequency—only appears when using a dual frequency transducer. This allows you to choose a sonar operation frequency. You can choose 200 kHz, 50 kHz, Dual Merged, and Dual Independent (to alternate between the two frequencies). • Ultrascroll™/Scroll—adjusts the rate at which the Sonar Pages scroll from right to left. Ultrascroll™ (default) is used when you select a scroll rate from 90% to 100%. Auto automatically adjusts the scroll rate according to the boat’s speed.
Using Sonar > Sonar Tab Using the Pointer on the Sonar Page Sonar Tab When using this feature, the Sonar Page pauses. The depth continues to update while the display is paused, but the unit does not show any new sonar data until the Sonar Page resumes scrolling. Discontinuity is possible from where the sonar information stops and where it starts again. Use the Sonar tab to set up the Sonar Page. The Sonar tab has three sub tabs: General, Graph, and Water Temp.
Using Sonar > Sonar Tab General Sub Tab Use the General sub tab to select the water type, depth number, automatic scroll speed limit, scale, keel offset, and transducer type. The available General sub tab options are: • Auto Gain—controls the aggressiveness of the Auto Gain when the Gain option is set to Auto. The higher the setting, the greater the number of targets appear on the screen. The lower the setting, the less clutter on the screen. The settings are Low, Medium (default), and High.
Using Sonar > Sonar Tab To calibrate the water speed: 1. On the Sonar tab, press the Cal Water Spd soft key. 2. Bring the boat to a cruising speed. Both the top ground and uncalibrated water speeds are shown at the bottom of the calibration window. Note your top speed, stop the boat, and press ENTER. 3. By default, the top ground speed automatically appears in the “What was your top water speed?” field. If a ground speed is not available, the top uncalibrated water speed is used instead.
Using Sonar > Sonar Tab Water Temp Sub Tab The Water Temp sub tab enables you to control the temperature log (if your boat is equipped with a temperature transducer/sensor). The graph reads from right to left, so that the most recent temperature measured appears on the far-right side of the log. The dotted lines within the graph indicate intervals in the temperature scale and the duration of time.
XM WX Weather > Customizing Preset Weather Displays XM WX Weather This section covers the additional XM WX Weather options for the GPSMAP 3205 when used with the GDL 30/GDL 30A Marine Weather/Audio Satellite Receiver. Read the GDL 30/GDL 30A Owner’s Manual to properly install the GDL 30/GDL 30A. Note: You must have a GDL30 Marine Weather Satellite Receiver installed and connected to your GPSMAP 3205, and a subscription to XM WX Weather to use the XM WX Weather features.
XM WX Weather > Customizing Preset Weather Displays Preset name To access weather setup options from the Map Page: 1. On the Map Page, press the Wthr Options soft key. Additional weather soft keys appear along the bottom of the page, and the name of the selected weather preset appears in the lower-left corner. 2. Press the Next Preset soft key to select a different weather preset. OR Press the Weather Setup soft key. Setup information for the current weather preset appears.
XM WX Weather > Weather Tab Weather Tab Use the Weather tab on the Main Menu to set up or view weather options. The Weather tab has six sub tabs—Current, Forecast, Sea Surface, Marine Bulletins, Forecast Map, and Setup. To find weather conditions at other locations 1. Highlight the Nearest To field, and press ENTER. The Find Weather Information Page appears. 2. Highlight a search option, and press ENTER. The sub tabs show weather information for the selected location.
Using Radar > Understanding Radar Using Radar This section covers the features and operation of the GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41, or GMR 404/406 marine radar when networked with your GPSMAP 3205. Read the installation instructions included with your Garmin marine radar to install and configure your GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41, or GMR 404/406. NOTE: You must have a GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41, or GMR 404/406 marine radar installed and connected to your GPSMAP 3205 to use the radar features.
Using Radar > Understanding Radar Before transmission begins, the message “Spinning Up” is shown while the radar antenna reaches nominal rotation speed. After the message disappears, the radar begins painting an image. Understanding the Radar Display The Radar Page shows a status bar along the top, user-configurable digital navigation data down the right side, a Heading Line, and Range Rings. Soft keys that allow quick access to radar functions and setting changes appear along the bottom of the page.
Using Radar > Radar Page Radar Page With the radar properly installed, when you turn on your GPSMAP 3205, it should detect the radar as a new network connection. Note: A software update may be needed for the radar to function properly. If the message “Incompatible Software Version” appears when you turn on the GPSMAP 3205, you must update your GPSMAP 3205 software. A software update card is provided with the radar. Configuring the Radar Page You can customize the appearance of the Radar Page.
Using Radar > Radar Page Using the Radar Adjustment Menu Use the Radar adjustment menu to access the settings and features most commonly used on the Radar Page including: Gain, Sea Clutter, Rain Clutter, FTC, Zoom, Target Expansion, Trails, Guard Zone, VRM/EBL, MARPA, and Hide/Show Navigation Features. To select an adjustment option from the Radar Page 1. Press ADJ/MENU to open the Radar adjustment menu. To change a Radar adjustment menu setting: 1.
Using Radar > Radar Page Zoom Zoom allows you to zoom in on a selected area of the radar screen. When you select a zoom range, a window showing a zoomed portion of the screen appears in the lower-left corner and a selection box appears. To view different areas at the selected zoom range, open the Radar adjustment menu, and then press the Move soft key. Use the ROCKER to move the selection box. The Zoom setting has four settings: Off, 2x, 4x, and Move.
Using Radar > Radar Page Guard Zone A Guard Zone is a user-defined area of protection. If a target enters the Guard Zone, an alarm sounds. You can define two Guard Zones. The Guard Zone Menu has two areas, “Guard Zone 1” and “Guard Zone 2.” Each area has two settings, Show (Hide) and Adjust. VRM/EBL The Variable Range Marker (VRM) and Electronic Bearing Line (EBL) tools measure range and bearing to a target. You can move the center point of the VRM, which allows you to measure from one target to another.
Using Radar > Radar Page To adjust the VRM/EBL: 1. Highlight Adjust and press the ROCKER to the right. Highlight Adjust and press ENTER. 2. Press right or left on the ROCKER to rotate the EBL around the center point of the VRM. 3. Press up or down on the ROCKER to increase or decrease the size of the VMR. 4. Press ENTER to accept the changes. To move the center location of the VRM: 1. Highlight Move, and press ENTER. 2. Using the ROCKER, move the center point of the VRM to the selected location. 3.
Using Radar > Radar Page Enter Standby (Begin Transmitting) The Enter Standby (Begin Transmitting) option allows you to select whether the radar is in Standby Mode or is transmitting. Select Enter Standby to place the radar into Standby Mode. While in Standby Mode, the radar does not transmit, but power remains applied to the Magnetron. Select Begin Transmitting to remove the radar from Standby mode. After the radar completes “Spinning Up”, the radar begins transmitting.
Using Radar > Map Page Radar Overlay and Radar Tab Map Page Radar Overlay Radar information can be shown as an overlay on the Map Page. When you overlay radar information on the Map Page, you can press ADJ/MENU to access many of the radar options. Note: Changing the map scale does not change the radar range. When you zoom in or our on the Map Page, the radar overlay is scaled to fit.
Using Radar > Radar Tab Use the General sub tab to select orientation, timed transmit, and cross-talk rejection. The available General sub tab options are: • Orientation—sets the orientation of the Radar Page display. The settings are Heading Up, North Up, or Course Up. • North Indicator—toggles the north indicator arrow on or off. • Timed Transmit—used to save power, usually while at anchor.
Using Radar > Radar Tab • Bearing Reference—sets your bearing, either Absolute or Relative. Relative calculates the bearing relative to own vessel heading. Absolute calculates the bearing referring to North. • Navigation Features—allows you to show or hide navigational features on the Radar Page. Use the ROCKER and the ENTER key to select or clear options. • Waypoints—show user waypoints on the Radar Page. • Bearing Line—show a bearing line on the Radar Page.
Using Radar > Radar Tab Advanced Sub Tab Use the Advanced sub tab to set AFC mode, front of boat offset and antenna size. NOTE: The Antenna Size field is avaliable only if you are using a GMR 404/406 marine radar. 4. Press up or down on the ROCKER to adjust the scanner frequency. 5. Press ENTER to accept the frequency change. Note: The Signal Strength bar graph is damped and may be slow when responding to frequency tuning changes.
Appendix > Specifications Appendix GPS Accuracy: Position*: <15 meters (49 feet), 95% typical* Velocity: 0.05 meters/sec steady state Specifications Physical Specifications Size: 4.7" H x 7.8" W x 3.0" D (120 mm x 197 mm x 75 mm) Weight: 1.8 lbs (0.8 kg) Display: 5" diagonal (12.7 cm) high resolution, 256-color TFT (640 x 480 pixels), full VGA, with adjustable backlighting Case: Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy, waterproof to IEC 60529-IPX-7 Temp.
Appendix > Installing and Removing Data Card Installing and Removing the Data Card The GPSMAP 3205 uses optional preprogrammed Garmin marine BlueChart g2 and MapSource data cards. The data card is installed in the card slot located on the front left of the unit. Data cards can be installed or removed at any time, whether the unit is on or off. Data Card Slot Slide the data card door in the direction of the arrow (to the left) and pull to open it. To install the data card: 1.
Appendix > Satellite Information and What is WAAS/EGNOS? Satellite Information What is WAAS/EGNOS? 90° Center dot - 90° above the horizon Inner ring- 45° above the horizon Outer ring the horizon 45° Satellite Sky View Satellite Location The location of each available satellite is shown over two location rings on the Satellite Information Page. The outer ring represents the horizon, the inner ring represents 45° above the horizon, and the center represents directly overhead.
Appendix > Digital Selective Calling (DSC) WAAS Capability The GPSMAP 3205 is capable of receiving WAAS satellite signals. WAAS is an FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) funded project to improve the overall accuracy and integrity of the GPS signal for aviation use, but land and sea-based users can also benefit from this system. There are currently two WAAS satellites that can be received in the USA, one over the Atlantic Ocean and one over the Pacific Ocean, in a geostationary orbit over the equator.
Appendix > Digital Selective Calling (DSC) What is a Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)? Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) basically allows a VHF radio to act like a phone. To make a “call” on a phone, you first need a phone number to dial. The 9-digit MMSI number acts like a phone number when used in a Position Report and as a unique identifier to the Coast Guard when used in an emergency Distress Call.
Appendix > LORAN TD System LORAN TD System LORAN-C is a radio navigation aid operated and maintained in the United States by the United States Coast Guard. The LORAN (LOng RAnge Navigation) system covers the entire United States and the US Coastal Confluence Zone. From the perspective of a mariner, the system is used for ocean and coastal navigation. It can be used as a supplemental system for harbor and harbor approach navigation, and it is used for inland navigation by recreational vehicles.
Appendix > Caring for the GPSMAP 3205 If the active GRI Chain, secondary stations, or offsets were changed since the waypoint was created, the waypoint now references the active GRI-chain and secondary stations and adjusts the TD coordinates accordingly. Remember that the GPS is not relying on the LORAN signal for navigation and actually converts the TD coordinate to a useful latitude/longitude coordinate (in the background) before storing the waypoint to memory or using it for navigation.
Appendix > Navigation Terms Navigation Terms Avg Speed—the average of all second-by-second speed readings since the last reset. Bearing (BRG)—the compass direction from your current location to a destination. Fuel—the fuel required to travel from your current location to the indicated route waypoint. GPS Accuracy—estimated accuracy of the GPS position. Leg Dist—the distance between two route waypoints. Course—the course between the active from and to waypoints.
Appendix > Navigation Terms Time to Dest—the estimated time required to reach a Go To destination or the final waypoint in a route. VMG (Velocity Made Good)—the speed you are closing in on a destination along a course. Also referred to as the vector velocity to your destination. Time to Next—the estimated time required to reach a Go To destination or the next waypoint in a route. Voltage—the current voltage reading being received by unit.
Appendix > Messages and Alarms Messages and Alarms The GPSMAP 3205 uses an on-screen message system to alert you to unit operating characteristics. Press QUIT to acknowledge the message. Accuracy Alarm—the GPS accuracy has fallen outside of the user-set value. Alarm Clock—the alarm clock has sounded. Anchor Drag Alarm—you have drifted out of the specified distance range. Approaching Turn—you are nearing a turn in a route.
Appendix > Messages and Alarms Not All Maps Fit, Some Maps will not be drawn—the maximum number of individual maps on the data card was exceeded. Off Course Alarm—you exceeded the specified off-course distance. Proximity Alarm Memory is Full—you used all available proximity waypoints. Proximity Alarm: —you entered the alarm radius for the proximity waypoint indicated.
Appendix > Optional Accessories Optional Accessories The following accessories are designed to enhance the operation of your GPSMAP 3205 chartplotter. To obtain replacement parts and optional accessories, contact your Garmin Dealer, Garmin Product Support in the USA at 800-800-1020, or Garmin Europe at 44-0870-8501241. WARNING: Garmin accessories have been designed and specifically tested for use with Garmin products.
Appendix > Limited Warranty Limited Warranty This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components 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.
Appendix > FCC Compliance, Industry Canada Compliance, and Declaration of Conformity (DoC) FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the 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.
Appendix > European License Requirements and XM Satellite Radio Service Agreement European License Requirements The following table shows European License requirements for the GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41, and GMR 404/406 marine radar.
Appendix > Weather Data Warranty Weather Data Warranty THE WEATHER DATA SOFTWARE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED “AS IS.” ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF NONINFRINGEMENT ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. USER SAFETY If you use XM Services it is your responsibility to exercise prudent discretion and observe all safety measures required by law and your own common sense. You assume the entire risk related to your use of the Services.
Index Index Symbols 200 kHz frequency 72 2X zoom 76 3D Highway Page 41 4X zoom 76 50 kHz frequency 72 A A-scope 76 accuracy 5 accuracy circle 67 acquiring satellites 4 active track log 50 ADJ/MENU Key 2 advanced map card setup 69 Advanced sub tab 95 AFC mode 95 AIS 68 alarms deep water 57 navigation 57 proximity 19, 49 sonar 57 system 56 weather 57 Alarms tab 56 anchor drag 57 arches 73 arrival alarm 57 atmosphere 81 auto-detect services 92 AutoLocate 6 automatic backlight 58 Automatic Identification Sy
Index GMR 404/406 i, 91 Go To 20 Go To Point 20 GPS accuracy alarm 56 GPS receiver initializing 4 GPS status icon 4 GPS tab 4, 42 GSD 21 57, 72 GSD 22 i, 57, 72 guard zone 87, 89 defining 89 H hardness of the bottom 73 hard structure 73 heading 60 heading line 85, 93 heading sensor 90 hide/show navigation features 87 highlight 8 Highway Page.
Index R Radar 84–95 adjustment menu 87 background color 93 overlay 92 range rings 84 understanding 84 Radar Page 86 Radar tab 92–95 Advanced sub tab 95 Display sub tab 93 General sub tab 93 MARPA sub tab 94 radar warming up 84 rain clutter 87 RANGE Keys 2 range rings 85 re-evaluate route 25 receiver status 5 referencing waypoints 17 replace from card 54 review waypoint page 15 rings 93 ROCKER Key 2 routes 24–29 copying 26 creating 24 deleting 26 editing 26 navigating 25 planning 29 TracBack 21 Routes tab
Index waypoints 12–24, 94 creating 13 deleting 18 editing 15 marking 12, 77 moving 16 proximity 18 referencing 17 reviewing 15 underwater 77 using 12 waypoint list 17 waypoint name changing 15 waypoint symbol changing 15 weakest returns 73 weather alarms 57 Weather tab 83–84 whiteline 74, 75 Wide Area Augmentation System.
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