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GPSMAP 295
Quick Start Guide
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PAGE MARK ENTER QUIT OUT IN MENU WPT NRST ROUTE Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t Thank you for purchasing the GARMIN GPSMAP 295 —the result of our continuing effort to provide quality, user-friendly navigation systems for all your needs. This Quick Start guide is designed to introduce the basic functions of the unit. Please take a few Unit Features Detachable Antenna moments now to review the features of your GPSMAP 295, To remove, r
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t The GPSMAP 295 operates on 6 AA batteries or an external power source (from 10-35 volts DC). AA batteries are installed in the compartment on the back of the unit. These batteries provide up to three hours of continuous use. Rechargeable NiCad or lithium batteries may also be used. Battery Installation The on-screen battery level indicator is calibrated for alkaline batteries, and will not be accura
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t A cigarette lighter adapter is provided with your GPSMAP 295. For extended operation, you may wish to use this adapter and leave the batteries installed as a backup power source. External power from 10 to 35 volts DC may be applied to the unit. Cigarette Lighter Adapter To connect the cigarette lighter adapter: 1. Lift the rubber weathercap from the power/data connector at the top rear of the unit
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PAGE EMNT AR ERK QUIT OUT I N MENU WPT NRST ROUTE Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t The Global Positioning System (GPS) consists of a network of 24 satellites which circle the earth twice a day in a very precise orbit and transmit information back to Earth. The GPSMAP 295 must continuously “see” at least three satellites to calculate your position and track your movement. At times, What is GPS? additional satellites may be needed to d
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PAGE OUT NRST MENU MARK ENTER WPT IN QUIT ROUTE Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t (POWER)— Press and hold to turn the unit on or off. Press momentarily to adjust screen backlight and contrast. Keypad Usage / Data Entry (PAGE)— Scrolls through main pages in sequence. (QUIT)— Returns the display to a previous page or restores a data field’s previous value. (ENTER/MARK)— Activates highlighted fields and confirms menu options or data entr
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t Take the GPSMAP 295 outside and find an open area where the antenna has a clear view of the sky. You may either hold the unit at a comfortable height with the antenna pointing up (see page 2), or place the unit in one of the supplied mounting brackets (see Appendix A in your Pilot’s Guide). Turning On & Off To turn the GPSMAP 295 on, press and hold the RED POWER KEY. A Welcome Page will appear while t
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t The Satellite Status Page is the first main page you’ll view while your GPSMAP 295 is acquiring satellites and determining a position. This page shows you status information including number of satellites received, their location above you in the sky, and the signal strength of each satellite received. Satellite Status Page And, it’s the page that you’ll want to occasionally refer back to for conditio
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t If some of the screen examples on the following pages do not generally match what you see on your GPSMAP 295, your unit may be in “Land Mode”. Land Mode substitutes some aviation features with equivalents more suitable for automotive use. Some alert messages, which would be appropriate in the Aviation vs. Land Mode cockpit, are disabled to prevent nuisance messages not needed while driving. Additional
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t The GPSMAP 295 features five main pages which are linked together, in series. You can quickly cycle through these main pages—in either direction—using the PAGE and QUIT keys. Each of these Main Page Sequence main pages is described in greater detail in the reference section of this manual. Satellite Status Page Position Page Map Page HSI Page Active Route Page (or RMI Page in Land Mode) PAGE QUI
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t One of the most important features of your new GPSMAP 295 is the built-in Jeppesen database, which inlcudes information on airports, runways, frequencies, approaches, navaids and airspace boundaries. This information is readily available from the D WPT key or directly from the Map Page. Viewing Database Info To view the database information by entering the identifier, facility name or city: 1.
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t The ‘GOTO’ button, appearing at the bottom of the waypoint information pages, allows you to quickly and easily navigate to the displayed airport, navaid or user-created waypoint. Selecting a ‘GOTO’ destination establishes a straight-line course from your present position to the destination Going to a Waypoint you’ve chosen. The selection of a ‘GOTO’ destination can begin in several different ways: B
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t If the Map Page is not currently displayed, press PAGE (repeatedly) until the Map Page appears. The Map Page shows your movement using a real-time track log (an electronic breadcrumb trail Map Page that appears directly on the map as you’re traveling), and your present position as an airplane icon in the center of the map. The Map Page also shows any nearby airspace boundaries, lakes, rivers, highways
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t If the HSI Page is not currently displayed, press PAGE (repeatedly) until the HSI Page appears. HSI Page The HSI (horizontal situation indicator) Page provides graphic steering guidance to a destination waypoint and, along with the Map Page, will become one of your primary navigation screens. The HSI Page graphically depicts a mechanical HSI, showing the desired course as a “course deviation needle” a
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t A list of the nine nearest airports within 200 miles of your present position is always just a keystroke away! For in-flight emergencies or if you just want to stop for a break, you can select an airport from the list and designate it as your destination. If you want to listen in on the local communication frequencies, Nearest Airports check the runway layout or need fuel, you can review the Jeppesen
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Q Q Q Q Qu u u u ui i i i ic c c c ck k k k k S S S S St t t t ta a a a ar r r r rt t t t t Troubleshooting Your GPSMAP 295 is designed with the flexibility to operate in an aircraft cockpit and in your automobile. Interference from other equipment is possible, but is not typically the cause of satellite reception problems. If you have trouble receiving satellite signals and getting a position fix, check the following: • Does the receiver have a clear view of the sky? If there are large buil
