GPS 12 MAP owner's manual and reference guide APPENThis manual is This manual is written for operating Software Version 1.0 or above, and is not suitable for earlier softwareoperating written for versions. Software Version 2.0 or above, and is not GARMIN International 1200 E. 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062 U.S.A. suitable for earlier Tel: 913/397.8200 Fax: 913/397.8282 software versions. GARMIN International, GARMINE. 151st Street, 1200 (Europe) Ltd. Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey, SO51 9AQ U.K. Olathe, Kansas 66062 Tel: 44/1794.519944 Fax: 44/1794.519222 USA Tel: 913-397-8200 GARMIN Corp. No. 68, Jangshu 2nd Road, Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan Fax: 913-397-8282 Tel: 886/2.2642.9199 Fax: 886/2.2642.9099 GARMIN (Europe) Ltd., Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Web Site Address: www.garmin.com Park, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 9AQ UK © 1999-2000 GARMIN Corporation. All rights reserved. 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GARMIN reserves the right to 4107 change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify Fax: 011-886-02-2917any person or organization of such changes. 1758 Web Site Address: www.garmin.com © 1999 GARMIN October 2000 All rights Part No. 190-00175-00 Rev. C Printed in Taiwan Corporation. INTRODUCTION About this Manual Thank You! Thank you for choosing the GARMIN GPS 12 MAP--the smallest, easiest-to-use GPS navigator for marine, automotive and outdoor use! The GPS 12 MAP represents GARMIN's continuing commitment to provide quality navigation information in a versatile and user-friendly flexible design you'll enjoy for years. To get the most from your new GPS, take the time to read through the owner's manual in order to understand the operating features of the GPS 12 MAP. This manual is organized into three sections for your convenience: Section One (Getting Started) introduces you to the basic features of the unit and provides a quick-start orientation to the GPS 12 MAP. Section Two (Simulator Tour) provides a step-by-step lesson in how your new GPS 12 MAP would operate in the real world by utilizing the built-in simulator mode. Section Three (Reference) provides details about the advanced features and operations of the GPS 12 MAP by topic. Before getting started with your GPS, check to see that your GARMIN GPS 12 MAP package includes the following items. If you are missing any parts, please contact your dealer immediately. Standard Package: · GPS 12 MAP Unit · Wrist Strap · GPS 12 MAP Owner's Manual · Quick Reference Card · PC Interface Cable This product is compatible with optional GARMIN MapSource® software packages, which allow you to download map data using the PC interface cable. See your GARMIN Dealer for detailed information about MapSource options. i INTRODUCTION Cautions Do Not Mount Where Driver's Field of Vision is Blocked Do Not Place Unsecured on the Vehicle Dash Do Not Mount Over Airbag Panels Do Not Mount in Front of an Airbag Field of Deployment CAUTION: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the government of the United States, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Although the GPS 12 MAP is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. WARNING: For vehicular applications, it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the GPS 12 MAP to place and secure the GPS unit so that it will not: interfere with the vehicle operating controls and safety devices, obstruct the operator's view of driving conditions, or cause damage or personal injury in the event of an accident. Do not mount the GPS 12 MAP over airbag panels or in the field of airbag deployment. Airbags expand with a rapid force that can propel objects in their path towards the vehicle driver or passengers causing possible injury. Do not mount the GPS 12 MAP in a place where the driver or passengers are likely to impact it in an accident or collision. The mounting hardware provided by GARMIN is not warranted against collision damage or the consequences thereof. WARNING: For vehicular operations, it is the sole responsibility of the operator of the vehicle to operate his or her vehicle in a safe manner, maintain full surveillance of all driving conditions at all times, and never become distracted by the GPS 12 MAP to the exclusion of safe operating practices. It is unsafe to operate the GPS 12 MAP while you are driving. Failure by the operator of a vehicle equipped with a GPS 12 MAP to pay full attention to operating the vehicle and road conditions while the vehicle is in motion could result in an accident or collision with property damage and personal injury. ii INTRODUCTION FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC limits for Class B digital devices. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Furthermore, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to other equipment, which can be determined by turning the affected equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to a different circuit than the affected equipment. Consult an authorized dealer or other qualified service technician for additional help if these remedies do not correct the problem. Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The GPS 12 MAP does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be made by an authorized GARMIN service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void your warranty and authority to operate this device under Part 15 regulations. iii INTRODUCTION Limited Warranty GARMIN Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. GARMIN will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components which fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor. The customer is, however, responsible for any transportation costs. This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs. THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. To obtain warranty service, call the GARMIN Customer Service department (913-397-8200) for a returned merchandise tracking number. The unit should be securely packaged with the tracking number clearly marked on the outside of the package, and sent freight prepaid and insured to a GARMIN warranty service station. A copy of the original sales receipt is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs. GARMIN retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY iv INTRODUCTION About This Manual ................... i Cautions .................................. ii FCC Compliance ..................... iii Limited Warranty ..................... iv "How To" Index ....................... vi Glossary of Terminology ......... vii GPS 12 Map Unit Features. .... viii INTRODUCTION Table of Contents GETTING STARTED Battery Installation ................... 1 Keypad Usage & Data Entry. .... 2 What is GPS? ........................... 3 Initialization ............................. 4 Main Page Sequence ................. 6 Satellite Status Page .................. 6 Position Page ............................ 7 Map Page ................................. 8 Compass Page .......................... 9 Highway Page ........................ 10 Main Menu ............................ 11 Marking Waypoints ................ 12 Going to a Waypoint .............. 13 Active Route Page ................... 14 SIMULATOR TOUR ............... 15 REFERENCE Satellite Status Page ................ 23 Sat Status Page Options .......... 27 Contrast and Backlighting ...... 28 Position Page .......................... 28 Position Page Options ............ 29 Map Page ............................... 30 Map Page: Exits ...................... 33 Map Page Options .................. 35 Compass Page ........................ 39 Compass Page Options .......... 40 Highway Page ........................ 41 Highway Page Options ........... 43 Editing Waypoints ................. 46 Waypoint Edit Options .......... 48 Nearest Locations ................... 49 Nearest Location Options ....... 50 Navigation/GOTO .................. 51 GOTO Options ...................... 52 GOTO Options/MOB ............. 53 TracBack ................................ 54 TracBack Tips ......................... 55 Routes .................................... 56 Creating New Routes ............. 57 Route List ............................... 58 Route List Editing .................. 59 Route Editing/Planning .......... 60 Route Options ........................ 61 Active Route Page ................... 62 Active Route Page Options ..... 63 Main Menu ............................ 65 Setup Menu ........................... 70 Simulator ......................... 72 System ............................. 73 Units ................................ 74 Timers .............................. 75 Time ................................ 76 Alarms ............................. 77 Position ............................ 78 Interface ........................... 79 APPENDICES A: Specifications ..................... B: Accessories ........................ C: Wiring/Interfaces ............... D: Messages ........................... E: Time Offset Chart .............. F: Map Datums ...................... G: Index ................................. 81 82 83 84 87 88 91 v INTRODUCTION "How To" Index The list below is provided to help you quickly find some of the more important procedures you will use on your new GPS 12 MAP. TO DO THIS: SEE PAGE(S): Install batteries.............................................................................1 Turn the unit on or off............................................................4, 15 Learn how to operate the unit's function keys..........................vii, 2 Initialize the receiver (first time use)..............................................4 Learn about the six main GPS pages..............................................6 Enter data using the rocker keypad..............................................44 Use menus..........................................................................2, 7, 35 Access the Main Menu......................................................11, 65, 70 Adjust screen contrast or backlighting.........................................28 Run the GPS Simulator................................................................15 Reconfigure displayed data on the map, position, compass, highway or active route pages..................................................30, 40, 42, 63 Find a city.................................. ...