Owner's Manual GPSMAP 278 ® © Copyright 2006 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA Tel. 913/397.8200 or 800/800.1020 Fax 913/397.8282 Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey, SO51 9DL, UK Tel. +44 (0) 870.8501241 (outside the UK) 0808 2380000 (UK only) Fax 44/0870.8501251 Garmin Corporation No. 68, Jangshu 2nd Road, Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan Tel. 886/2.2642.9199 Fax 886/2.2642.9099 All rights reserved. Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded, or stored in any storage medium, for any purpose without the express prior written consent of Garmin. Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed and to print one copy of this manual or of any revision hereto, provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual must contain the complete text of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or any revision hereto is strictly prohibited. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements. Visit the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of this and other Garmin products. Garmin®, GPSMAP®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, BlueChart g2®, BlueChart®, City Navigator®, MapSource®, and See-Thru® are registered trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries and may not be used without the express permission of Garmin. August 2006 Part Number 190-00691-00 Rev. A Printed in Taiwan INTRODUCTION > ABOUT THIS MANUAL INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Garmin® GPSMAP® 278, which uses the proven performance of Garmin GPS and full-featured mapping to create an unsurpassed portable marine navigation chartplotter and automobile navigation device. Take a moment 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. The Automotive Mode section provides you with information about navigating with the GPSMAP 278 in Automotive Mode. The Automotive Mode Pages section reviews, in detail, the main pages and features in Automotive Mode, such as the Trip Data Page and creating waypoints. The Main Menu section describes features found on the Main Menu, and information on how to change settings. The Using Sonar section provides instructions on using a Garmin GSD 20 or GSD 21 sounder with your GPSMAP 278. The Appendix contains specifications, optional accessories, maintenance information, and other product information. An Index is provided at the end of the manual for reference. About This Manual To get the most out of your new navigation system, read this manual and learn the operating procedures for your unit. This manual is organized into the following sections: The Introduction contains the Table of Contents, Care Information, Warnings and Cautions. The Getting Started section provides an overview of the unit, how to turn the unit on, and how to simulate navigation. The Marine Mode section provides you with information about navigating with the GPSMAP 278 in Marine Mode. The Marine Mode Pages section reviews the main pages in Marine Mode. GPSMAP 278 Owner's Manual Manual Conventions This manual uses the term Warning to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. This manual uses the term Caution to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury or property damage. It may also be used without the symbol to alert you to avoid unsafe practices. i INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction...........................................................................i About This Manual ................................................................... i Caring for the GPSMAP 278 .................................................. iv Warning .................................................................................... v Caution .................................................................................... vi Unit Overview .......................................................................... 1 Charging the GPSMAP 278 ..................................................... 2 Turning Your GPSMAP 278 On or Off .................................... 3 Adjusting the Backlight and Volume ..................................... 3 Getting Satellite Signals ......................................................... 4 Using the GPSMAP 278 Keypad ............................................ 7 Using The GPSMAP 278 ......................................................... 8 Using Simulator Mode .......................................................... 12 Marine Mode Pages ............................................................... 13 Navigating to a Destination .................................................. 14 Finding an Item ...................................................................... 17 Creating and Using Routes .................................................. 22 Creating and Using Waypoints ............................................ 28 Managing Your Tracks .......................................................... 38 Marine Mode Pages ...........................................................42 Map Page................................................................................ 42 Compass Page....................................................................... 49 Highway Page ........................................................................ 52 Active Route Page ................................................................. 54 Position Data Page ................................................................ 55 Automotive Mode Pages....................................................... 56 Navigating to a Destination .................................................. 57 Map Page................................................................................ 63 Current Route Page............................................................... 64 Trip Computer Page .............................................................. 65 Main Menu Tabs ..................................................................... 66 GPS Tab .................................................................................. 67 Route Tab ............................................................................... 67 Points Tab .............................................................................. 68 Track Tab ................................................................................ 68 DSC Tab .................................................................................. 69 Sonar Tab ............................................................................... 71 Alarms Tab ............................................................................. 71 Getting Started.....................................................................1 Automotive Mode ..............................................................56 Automotive Mode Pages ...................................................63 Main Menu ..........................................................................66 Marine Mode.......................................................................13 ii GPSMAP 278 Owner's Manual INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS Calendar Tab .......................................................................... 73 Celestial Tab .......................................................................... 74 Message Tab .......................................................................... 78 Display Tab ............................................................................ 79 Sound Tab .............................................................................. 80 Setup Tab ............................................................................... 81 What is EGNOS/WAAS/MSAS? .......................................... 109 LORAN TD Setup ................................................................. 109 Map Datums and Location Formats ...................................111 Digital Selective Calling (DSC) ........................................... 112 Declaration of Conformity (DoC) ....................................... 117 Messages ............................................................................. 118 Data Field Options............................................................... 120 Software License Agreement ............................................. 122 Product Registration ........................................................... 122 Limited Warranty ................................................................. 123 FCC Compliance.................................................................. 124 Setting Up and Using Sonar .............................................90 Showing Sonar on the Map Page......................................... 90 Using the Sonar Page ........................................................... 91 Setting Up Sonar ................................................................... 95 Understanding Sonar ............................................................ 99 Specifications ...................................................................... 102 Optional Accessories .......................................................... 103 Installation Information....................................................... 104 Appendix ..........................................................................102 Index .................................................................................125 GPSMAP 278 Owner's Manual iii INTRODUCTION > CARING FOR THE GPSMAP 278 Caring for the GPSMAP 278 Cleaning the Case The GPSMAP 278 case is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance except cleaning. Clean the unit's outer casing (except for the screen) using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution and then wipe dry. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic components. Storage Do not store the GPSMAP 278 where prolonged exposure to temperature extremes may occur (such as in the trunk of a car) as permanent damage may result. User information, such as waypoints and routes are retained in the unit's memory without the need for external power. It is always a good practice to back up important user data by manually recording it or downloading it to a PC (transferring it to MapSource). Cleaning the Screen The GPSMAP 278 screen should be cleaned using a soft, clean, lintfree cloth. Water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass cleaner can be used if needed. If these are used, apply the liquid to the cloth and then gently wipe the screen with the moistened cloth. Water Immersion The GPSMAP 278 is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the unit. After submersion, be certain to wipe and air dry the unit before reuse or charging. iv GPSMAP 278 Owner's Manual INTRODUCTION > WARNING Warning Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could result in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury. When installing the GPSMAP 278 in a vehicle, place the unit securely so that it does not interfere with vehicle operating controls or obstruct the driver's view of the road (see diagram). Do not mount where driver's field of vision is blocked. Do not place unsecured on the vehicle dash. When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on the GPSMAP 278 to all available navigation sources, including information from street signs, visual sightings, and maps. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions before continuing navigation. The GPSMAP 278 contains a replaceable, rechargeable lithium-ion battery. The battery may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not recharge out of the unit, disassemble, heat above 140°F (60°C), or incinerate. · Keep used battery away from children. · Only replace with Garmin Lithium-ion Battery Pack. Using another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. · Dispose of used battery or unit properly. Contact your local waste disposal department for information on properly disposing of lithium-ion batteries. Use the electronic chart in the GPSMAP 278 only to facilitate, not to replace, the use of authorized government charts. Official government charts and ...