GPS 315/320 User Manual WARNINGS USE GOOD JUDGEMENT This product is an excellent navigation aid, but does not replace the need for careful orienteering and good judgement. Never rely solely on one device for navigating. USE CARE The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the U.S. Government, which is solely responsible for the accuracy and maintenance of GPS. The accuracy of position fixes can be affected by the periodic adjustments to GPS satellites made by the U.S. Government and is subject to change in accordance with the Department of Defense civil GPS user policy and the Federal Radionavigation Plan. Accuracy can also be affected by poor satellite geometry. USE PROPER ACCESSORIES Use only Magellan cables and antennas; the use of non-Magellan cables and antennas may severely degrade performance or damage the receiver, and will void the warranty. 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MagellanTM, GPS 315TM, GPS 320TM and DataSendTM are trademarks of Magellan Corporation. 630321 C Table of Contents Introduction ............................... 1 Conventions Used in this Manual .............. 1 GPS 315/320 Receiver ........................... 2 Getting Started .......................... 3 Receiver Accuracy ................................... 3 Installing the Batteries .............................. 3 Proper Handling - Signal Reception ........... 4 Power On .............................................. 4 Initialize ................................................. 4 Initialize for First Time Use ................. 4 Selecting Primary Usage .......................... 5 Getting a Fixed Position ........................... 6 Saving Your Waypoint ............................. 6 Basic Operation ......................... 7 Entering Information ................................ 7 Navigation Screens ................................. 7 Using the Status Screen ............................ 8 Using the Position Screen ......................... 9 Viewing the Secondary Coordinate Screen 9 Using the NAV 1 Screen ........................ 10 Customizing the NAV 1 Screen ............... 10 Using the Compass Screen ..................... 11 Customizing the Compass Screen............ 11 i Using the NAV 2 Screen ........................ 12 Customizing the NAV 2 Screen ............... 12 Using the Plot Screen ............................. 13 Selecting PAN-N-SCAN ......................... 14 Setting Track History .............................. 14 Clearing Track History ........................... 14 Setting Up the Plotter ............................. 15 Setting Hide Data/Show Data ................ 16 Using the Road Screen ........................... 17 Customizing the Road Screen ................. 17 Using the Speed Screen ......................... 18 Resetting the Odometer .......................... 18 Resetting the Trip Odometer.................... 19 Setting the Speed Average ..................... 19 Using the Time Screen ........................... 20 Selecting Time Format ............................ 20 Resetting Elapsed Time ........................... 21 Reference ................................ 22 Working with Waypoints........................ 23 Creating a User Waypoint ..................... 24 Editing a User Waypoint ........................ 24 Creating/Editing/Deleting a Message in a User Waypoint ..................................... 25 Saving Changes to a Selected Waypoint . 25 Deleting a User Waypoint ...................... 25 Finding a Non-UserWaypoint ................. 26 Sorting a Waypoint ............................... 26 Projecting a Waypoint ........................... 26 DataSendTM CD (optional) ...................... 27 ii Using DataSendTM .......................... 27 Working with Routes .............................. 28 Creating/Clearing a GOTO ................... 28 Creating a GOTO on the Plotter Screen ... 28 Creating a Man Over Board Route .......... 29 Creating a Backtrack Route .................... 29 Creating a Multi-Leg Route ..................... 30 Viewing/Editing a Route ................. 31 Inserting a Leg ............................... 31 Changing a Waypoint in a Route ..... 31 Adding a Waypoint at the End of a Route ......................................... 32 Deleting a Waypoint in a Route ........ 32 Saving a Route ............................... 32 Activating/Deactivating a Route ....... 32 Reversing a Route ........................... 33 Using Plot View in a Route ............... 33 Deleting a Route ............................. 33 Working with TrackRoute........................ 34 Auxiliary Functions .................. 35 Working with Sun/Moon and Fish/Hunt .. 35 Selecting the Simulate Mode................... 36 Selecting Contrast ................................. 36 Selecting Alarm/Message ...................... 37 Accessing the Alarm/Message Menu ...... 37 Selecting Anchor Alarm ......................... 37 Selecting Arrival Alarm .......................... 38 Selecting XTE Alarm .............................. 38 Selecting Proximity Alarm ....................... 39 iii Selecting GPS Fix Alarm ........................ 40 Viewing the Alarm/MSG Menu .............. 40 Selecting Alarm Defaults ........................ 40 Clearing Alarm Defaults ......................... 40 Customizing ............................. 41 Selecting Setup ..................................... 41 Selecting Initialize ................................. 41 Disabling NAV Screens .......................... 41 Selecting a Coordinate System ............... 42 Selecting Map Datum ............................ 43 Selecting Elevation Mode ....................... 43 Selecting Time Format ............................ 44 Selecting NAV Units .............................. 44 Selecting North Reference ...................... 44 Selecting Light Timer .............................. 45 Selecting the Beeper .............................. 45 Selecting Personalize ............................. 45 Selecting Clear Memory ........................ 46 Selecting NMEA ................................... 46 Selecting Baud Rate............................... 47 Connecting to DGPS .............................. 48 Troubleshooting ....................... 49 Commonly Asked Questions ................... 50 Contacting Magellan ............................. 51 Shipping Your Receiver .......................... 51 NMEA Data Messages .............. 52 iv Available Datums .................... 58 Specifications ........................... 59 Attaching the Wrist Lanyard ..... 60 Accessories .............................. 61 Glossary .................................. 62 Index....................................... 66 v vi Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 receiver. Since introducing the world's first commercial, hand-held GPS receiver in 1989, Magellan has led the way with innovative GPS products to meet a wide range of positioning and navigation needs. The receiver is designed to get you out into the "Great Outdoors" rather than spending hours reading the user's manual. In order to get you outdoors quickly, the manual is designed with key sequences rather than wordy sentences. Before you begin, make sure that your package includes the items listed on the box. If any of these items are missing, please contact your local Magellan dealer or distributor. Conventions Used in this Manual The manual is divided into chapters: Introduction, Getting Started, Basic Operation, Reference, Customizing, Troubleshooting and Glossary. There are also subchapters that describe NMEA, Datums and Accessories. It is very important that you read through the Getting Started chapter first as it prepares your receiver for use and provides basic instruction. The Basic Operation chapter describes the features found in your receiver including step-by-step instructions on their use. The Reference section contains information to help you navigate using waypoints, routes and auxiliary functions. Following is the Customizing chapter, that allows you to establish options you want set in the receiver. The Troubleshooting chapter gives you a problem and answer series to guide you. The final chapter, Glossary, defines terms that may be unfamiliar to you. The manual is to be used with either the GPS 315 or the GPS 320. These differ in that the GPS 315 has a database of worldwide cities consisting of major, large and medium cities. The GPS 320 has a database of worldwide cities as well as lighthouses, fixed navaids, buoys, large and medium cities for three different regions of the world (North/ Central/South America, Europe/Africa and Australia/Asia). Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 1 GPS 315/320 Receiver Quadrifilar antenna The QUIT key cancels the operation of the last key press and can be used to back through the NAV screens. The ENTER key confirms data entries or menu selections. The NAV key accesses the navigation screens. The GOTO key creates a direct route to any waypoint stored in memory. The MARK key creates waypoints and stores the current position. The MENU accesses waypoint, route and setup functions. The LIGHT key turns the light on and off. The PWR key turns the receiver on and off. The ARROWs enter information and scroll through menus. 2 Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 Getting Started This section shows you how to use your receiver for the first time and explains: · · · · Accuracy Battery Installation Primary Usage Getting a Fixed Position Receiver Accuracy The satellite constellation that provides the GPS information used by the receiver is maintained by the Department of Defense (DoD). GPS positioning, for general use, provides 25 meter RMS accuracy or better. Since the signals generated by these satellites are publicly accessible, the DoD has introduced errors in the satellite signals for security reasons. These errors are referred to as Selective Availability (SA). At present, your GPS position will be accurate within 100 meters horizontally and 150 meters vertically. Due to these errors introduced by SA, it is possible to get readings outside of these values at times. Installing the Batteries The receiver uses two AA batteries that are installed at the back. To remove the battery cover, turn the ring of the battery door screw counter-clockwise until the battery cover can be removed. Insert the new batteries as shown, being sure to respect the polarities, and replace the cover. Replace the screw and turn the ring clockwise until the battery door is held in place securely. Avoid overtightening the battery door screw. Once the batteries have been removed, the receiver loses time and date after 20 minutes. Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 + + - 3 Proper Handling - Signal Reception Clear View of the Sky. Because the receiver attains information it needs from satellites orbiting the earth, the antenna needs to have a relatively unobstructed view of the sky. This allows the receiver to choose from all satellites currently available. If the view of the sky is poor, (large cliffs or buildings, heavy foliage or other obstructions) the satellite signals can be blocked and the receiver may take longer to compute a position fix. Holding the Receiver. The receiver is designed to fit comfortably in your hand. Hold the receiver in the palm of your hand with the antenna pointing towards the sky. Power On PWR If after powering the receiver on, you do not press ENTER within 10 seconds, the receiver will shut off automatically. Initialize You do not need to initialize your receiver each time you use it unless the memory has been cleared or if it has been transported more than 300 miles while turned off. Initialize for First Time Use If the Initialize screen does not appear, then the receiver has already been initialized. The other steps in this procedure are not required. PWR Select ENTER language Select area Enter time INITIALIZE screen ENTER Select region ENTER ENTER Enter * elevation Enter date ENTER ENTER ENTER * If you do not know your elevation, press 4 ENTER . Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 Selecting Primary Usage A screen will be displayed asking your primary use for your receiver, MARINE or LAND. The default is MARINE. ENTER You have completed the Initialization. The STATUS screen will appear on your receiver. The following chart shows the terminology that your receiver uses while in land or marine mode. For purposes of this manual, it will be assumed that the receiver is in the marine mode. Land Speed Bearing Distance Heading Velocity Made Good Course To Steer Estimated Time of Arrival Time To Go Cross Track Error Recorded Position Units of Measure SPD BRG DST HDG VMG CTS ETA TTG XTE Landmark MILES/MPH or KM/KPH Marine SOG BRG DST COG VMG CTS ETA ETE XTE Waypoint NM/KNOTS Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 5 Getting a Fixed Position Now you should go outside in an area where you can get a clear view of the sky. The receiver will begin acquiring data from the satellites in view and will display the progress on the STATUS screen. Once the receiver has computed a fixed position, the POSITION screen will be displayed. Saving Your Waypoint Once the receiver has computed your current position, you may save (MARK) this position as a waypoint. Saving Your Position with a Receiver-Created Name. This is a fast way to save your position. MARK MARK Saving Your Position with a User-Created Name. MARK ENTER Enter data MARK You can save up to 500 waypoints in your receiver and refer back to them at any time. Creating a GOTO A GOTO is a route that guides you from your current position to any waypoint in the receiver's memory. Select category Select waypoint GOTO ENTER ENTER This completes the Getting Started section. The following Basic Operation section will familiarize you with the NAV screens and more detailed functions. 6 Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 Basic Operation Entering Information Throughout this user manual there are some key presses that will be used often, so please keep them in mind while setting up and navigating. When entering data... · Use the · Use the for making selections and moving up or down. to move the cursor to the left or right and page through menus. · Press QUIT to return to the previous screen and to exit a screen or end a process. Navigation Screens The nine NAV (Navigation) screens (STATUS, POSITION, NAV 1, COMPASS, NAV 2, PLOT, ROAD, SPEED and TIME) provide you with necessary information you will need to use the receiver as a navigational tool. NAV screens can be viewed by pressing NAV from any screen. While or QUIT viewing any NAV screen, you can use the through the sequence of NAV screens. NAV to step All screens, except STATUS and POSITION screens, can be disabled by turning them off in the NAV SCREENS portion of SETUP. The TIME screen default is off and can be turned on in SETUP as well. Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 7 Using the Status Screen The STATUS screen gives you the general well-being of your receiver by showing you satellite status, signal strengths and battery life. Once the receiver has computed a fixed position, the STATUS screen will be replaced by the POSITION screen. 3D STATUS 12 13 8 18 Pic Satellite Positions N 25 7 Satellite Position Graph Satellite Signal Chart 001112 782385 POWER Satellite Numbers Battery Life Indicator The Battery Life Indicator was designed to be used with AA alkaline batteries. With AA lithium batteries, you will have more battery life available than shown on the Battery Life Indicator. Satellite Positions Where the satellite is located relative to your position. Satellite Numbers Identifies the satellite shown on the chart and on the Satellite Position Graph. Battery Life Indicator Shows approximate remaining battery life for batteries in the receiver. Satellite Signal Chart Displays satellite signal strengths shown in gray for weak signals and black for strong signal. When the receiver first tracks a satellite, the strength bar will not be solid until ephemeris is collected. This takes about 30 seconds if uninterrupted. Satellite Position Graph The two circles indicate satellite elevation, the outer circle represents the horizon and the inner circle represents 45ß from the horizon. The center of the circle is 90ß. 8 Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 Using the Position Screen The POSITION screen displays the coordinates of your last computed position and basic navigation data. You also have the option of viewing your position using another coordinate system. When you are stationary, the receiver begins the averaging mode. While averaging, the receiver continuously takes fixes to create an average. Once you begin moving, averaging stops automatically. POSITION Elevation Date Speed ELEV 900 FT 11:23:35 PM 23JAN97 EPE 112 FT SPEED TRIP 5.38 K 238.8 N T M COURSE 150° M 34°06.52N 117°49.56W Position Coordinates Time Estimated Position Error Distance Traveled Course Second Coordinate System access Compass 120 150 S Position Icon Position Icon Your current position on the compass. Estimated Position Error May display the estimated position error value or DGPS if DGPS is being fed to receiver, or Simulate if simulate is on. Second Coordinate System Access Displays your present position in a secondary coordinate system. Datums can be selected under SETUP. Viewing the Secondary Coordinate Screen From the POSITION screen, use the left/right ARROWs to view the Second Coordinate System access screen. Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 9 Using the NAV 1 Screen The NAV 1 screen displays your destination along with four customizable navigation data and a graphical compass. Ideally, when you are navigating, the Position Icon and the Destination Icon should line up, one above the other. Destination Name TO: FISH n DST 50.2 m K SOG 8.2T n XTE 3.80m R K VMG 7.2 T ° BRG 127m Customizable Navigation Data Destination Icon Compass 120 150 S When the bearing to your destination cannot be displayed within the compass, an arrow will be displayed to indicate the steering direction you should be traveling. CUSTOMIZE WPT NAMES BRG OFF 027°m DST ON 50.2nm SOG 8.2KT COG 056°m VMG 7.2KT CTS 028°m ETA 01:09P ETE 02H24M XTE L.2nm TRN L26° ALT 83 F T TME 01:09P BLANK COG 150 ° m Position Icon Destination Icon This icon represents where you want to go. Customizable Navigation Data You can change the four navigational fields. You can choose from BRG, DST, SOG, COG, VMG, CTS, ETA, ETE, XTE, TRN, ALT, TME and blank. Customizing the NAV 1 Screen The NAV 1 screen can be changed to show the navigation data that you prefer to view. From NAV 1 screen FIG. MENU Select CUSTOMIZE ENTER Choose field ENTER A Select data type ENTER QUIT Figure A. Select the data field to appear on the NAV 1 screen. 10 Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 Using the Compass Screen As well as displaying the customizable navigation data, the COMPASS screen provides a pointer compass to help you reach your destination. When the COG Indicator and the Steering Indicator point in the same direction, you are on course. The NorthFinderTM feature displays sun and moon icons, above the horizon, for you to determine the direction of north and your destination. Align the sun on the COMPASS screen with the sun in the sky. When aligned, the Steering Indicator will point you in the direction you should travel to reach your destination. CUSTOMIZE WPT NAMES BRG ---°m DST ---nm SOG ---KT COG ---°m VMG ---KT CTS ---°m BLANK Destination Name TO: HOME m 127° BRG 3.52 I SOG m DST m Sun Icon ° 156m COG Indicator N COG 2.7 H E + Compass + Moon Icon + W + S Steering Indicator Destination Icon Steering Indicator Displays the bearing of the destination relative to the course over ground. Destination Icon Shows the general direction you should be traveling. COG Indicator Displays direction you are traveling. The COG indicator always points up and the compass rotates according to the COG. Customizing the Compass Screen The COMPASS screen can be changed to show the navigation data that you prefer to view. From COMPASS MENU screen Choose ENTER field Select CUSTOMIZE FIG. ENTER B Change ENTER field QUIT Figure B. Select the data field to appear on the COMPASS screen. Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320 11 Using the NAV 2 Screen The NAV 2 screen displays four customizable navigation data. The NAV 2 screen is designed to help you see the screen when your receiver is mounted at a distance from you. Destination Name TO: CAMP 14.2° M 171° M SOG 11.2 K T DST 50.2N M BRG COG Customizable Navigation Data. You can change the four navigational data fields. You can choose from BRG, DST, SOG, COG, Customizable Navigation Data VMG, CTS, ETA, ETE, XTE, TRN, ALT, TME and blank. CUSTOMIZE WPT NAMES BRG 027°m OFF DST ON 50.2nm SOG 8.2KT COG 056°m VMG 7.2KT CTS 028°m ETA 01:09P ETE 02H24M XTE L.2nm TRN L26° ALT 83 F T TME 01:09P BLANK Customizing the NAV 2 Screen The NAV 2 screen can be changed to show the navigation data that you prefer to view. From NAV 2 screen Choose field MENU Select CUSTOMIZE FIG. ENTER Figure A. Select the data field to appear on the NAV 2 screen. ENTER A Change ENTER field QUIT 12 Magellan GPS 315/GPS 320