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GPSMAP 162
chartplotting receiver
owner’s
manual
and
reference
guide
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Introduction © 2000-2001 GARMIN Corporation Software Version 2.50 or above Foreward Internal Database Version 2.00 st GARMIN International, Inc., 1200 East 151 Street, Olathe, KS 66062, U.S.A. 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 9AQ, U.K. Tel. 44/1794.519944 Fax 44/1794.519222 nd GARMIN Corporation, No. 68, Jangshu 2 Road, Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan I Tel. 886/2.2642.9199 Fax 886/2.264
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Introduction Preface Congratulations on choosing one of the most advanced marine navigation systems available! The Preface and Registration GARMIN GPSMAP 162 utilizes the proven performance of GARMIN GPS and full featured mapping to create an unsurpassed marine navigation chartplotter. To get the most out of your new navigation system, take the time to go through this owner’s manual and learn the operating procedures for your unit. This manual is broken down into two parts for your conveni
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Introduction The GPS system is operated by the United States government, 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 GARMIN GPSMAP 162 is a precision electronic Warning and Precautions NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. The electronic chart is an aid to navigation and is designed to facilitate t
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Introduction LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty and GARMIN Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship Serial Number for one year from the date of purchase. 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. The customer is, however, responsible for any transportation costs. This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse,
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Introduction Designed for detailed electronic charting capability, the GARMIN GPSMAP 162 is a powerful naviga- tion device that can give you the navigation information you need: Capabilities Precision Performance • High-contrast, four-level gray, LCD screen with backlighting • 12-channel parallel receiver tracks and uses up to 12 satellites for fast, accurate positioning • WAAS Capable • Differential-Ready • Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy case, waterproof to IEC 529-IPX-7 A
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Index Tab Top Before installing and getting started with your unit, please check to see that your package includes the following items. If any parts are missing, please contact your GARMIN dealer immediately. Index Tab Bottom Standard Package: • GPSMAP 162 Unit • Bail Mount with knobs • Mounting Bracket* • Mount Bracket with Internal Antenna** • GA 29 Remote Marine Antenna with 30’ cable and BNC connector* • MapSource Fishing Hot Spots and MapSource Waterways & Lights CD-ROMs***
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-viii Going to a Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Introduction TracBack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i MOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Preface and Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii Table of Contents Routes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Warnin
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TO DO THIS: SEE PAGE(S): Index Tab Top Turn the unit on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 6, 17 Index Tab Bottom Initialize the GPS receiver (fi rst time use) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Adjust screen contrast or backlighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Enter data and select options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Learn how the operate the unit’
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Getting Started The IN Key The IN key adjusts the map scale to display a smaller area with more detail. (Zooms in) Keypad Usage The OUT Key The OUT key adjusts the map scale to display a larger area with less detail. (Zooms out) The PAGE Key The PAGE key selects the main pages in sequence and returns display from a submenu page. The ARROW KEYPAD The ARROW KEYPAD is used to select (Highlight) menu options and enter data. It also controls cursor movement on the Map Page. The ENTER/MARK Key The E
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Getting Started How To Select Options and Enter Data Before moving ahead into GPSMAP 162 features, you will need to learn basic operation. You can Selecting Options select and activate options and enter data to customize the GPSMAP 162 to fi t your requirements. You can use the ENTER/MARK key and ARROW KEYPAD to select options, enter names and numbers in data fi elds, and activate your selections. To select and activate an optional feature: 1. With any page displayed, press the MENU key to p
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Naming a waypoint or placing any sort of data that has not been predefi ned requires the use of Getting Started both the ARROW KEYPAD and the ENTER/MARK key. To enter a name or number in a data fi eld: Entering Data 1. Once you have accessed a page with programmable data fi elds (i.e. ‘ Waypoint Edit’) you can use the ARROW KEYPAD to move the cursor (highlight) to fi elds on the page. Use the UP/DOWN arrows to move up or down and the LEFT/RIGHT arrows to move sideways. 2. Pressing the ENTER/MAR
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Getting Started The GPSMAP 162’s advanced keypad system is designed to allow for fast, convenient selection of navigation options and data entry. The Getting Started Tour will introduce you to the keypad and provide a ‘hands-on’ lesson in using the GPSMAP 162. We strongly encourage you to take the Getting Initializing the Receiver Started tour before using your unit for actual navigation. The GPSMAP 162 Quick Reference Guide contains helpful tips on using the unit and performing various na
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To graphically initialize the GPSMAP 162: Getting Started 1. From the Status Page, press the MENU key. The Status Page options menu window will appear. 2. Using the ARROW KEYPAD, highlight ‘Initialize Position’ and press ENTER/MARK to initialize the Initializing the Receiver receiver from the built-in worldwide map. The ‘Initialize Position’ page will appear, prompting you to select your approximate location with the map cursor. 3. Use the ARROW KEYPAD to move the map cursor and point to you
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Getting Started GPSMAP 162 Getting Started Tour The GARMIN GPSMAP 162 is a powerful electronic navigation system that provides detailed map Power On/Screen Contrast coverage and convenient control of many advanced features right from the screen display. This tour is designed to take you through the basic pages and functions of the system using the simulator mode. Once you’re familiar with the main pages and functions of the unit, refer to the reference section for instructions on performing
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To turn on and adjust the backlighting: Getting Started 1. Press POWER and the Light and Contrast window will appear. 2. Press POWER again and the user-defi ned level of backlighting will activate. You may adjust this Backlighting/ level by pressing UP or DOWN on the ARROW KEYPAD. If you press POWER one more time, the Simulator Mode backlighting will be at the maximum setting. 3. Press ENTER/MARK or QUIT when done. The backlight will now cycle through off, the user-defi ned, and maximum bac
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The Status Page is one of fi ve main pages used in the GPSMAP 162’s system. The fi ve main pages Getting Started are: the Status Page, Map Page, Compass Page, Highway Page and Active Route Page. All fi ve pages are linked together in a simple chain, which allows you to scroll through the pages in either direction Status Page/ using the PAGE and QUIT keys. Map Page Map Page Highway Page Active Route Page Status Page Compass Page To continue the tour, let’s move on to the next page, the Map Pag
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Getting Started Using the Map Cursor Working from the Map Page is a simple process that centers around the use of the cursor. Map Cursor Controlled by the ARROW KEYPAD, the cursor is an important tool that can be used to pan to other map locations, mark and edit waypoints and routes, and review position data of on-screen map items and waypoints. To get a feel for using the Map Page and using the cursor, try the following exercise: 1. Use the IN/OUT keys to set the map scale to the 50 nm set
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Getting Started To mark your present position: 1. Hold down the ENTER/MARK key until the ‘New Waypoint’ window appears then release the Marking Waypoints key. The window will show a default three-digit waypoint name/number (001), symbol (dot), and position. You can leave the name as the auto-assigned number, but for this exercise, lets change the name to ‘DOCK’. 2. Use the ARROW KEYPAD to highlight the waypoint name fi eld (001) and press ENTER/MARK. You will see that just the fi rst ‘0’ is
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Getting Started Going to a Destination GPS is all about marking positions as waypoints and navigating to them using the receiver’s steering Using the NAV/MOB Key guidance and map displays. We’ve already seen how to use the ENTER/MARK key to store our present position, so it’s time to move on to the fun part—going to a destination. The NAV/MOB key, located on the right side of the keypad below the QUIT key, is the primary tool used to select a destination waypoint, TracBack, or a route to na
