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TM
StreetPilot Atlantic
owner’s
manual
and
reference
guide
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© 1999 GARMIN Corporation GARMIN International st 1200 E 151 Street, Olathe, Kansas 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 GARMIN (Asia) Corp. nd No. 68, Jangshu 2 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 repro
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Introduction Thank you for choosing the GARMIN StreetPilot Atlantic ColorMap. This version of the About This Manual StreetPilot represents GARMIN’s continuing commitment to provide quality navigation information in a versatile and user-friendly design you will enjoy for years. To get the most value from your new GPS, please take time to read through this owner’s manual in order to understand the operating features of the StreetPilot. This manual is organized into two sections for your conv
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Introduction CAUTION: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the government of the United Cautions and Warnings States, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system is subject to changes that could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Although the StreetPilot is a precision NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. Do Not Mount Where Drivers Field of Vision is Blocked Do Not
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Introduction MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of GARMIN is to provide customers with the most Cautions complete and accurate cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost. We use a combination of governmental and private data sources, which we identify as required in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain inaccurate or incom- plete data to some degree. This is particularly true outside the United States, where comp
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Introduction The GARMIN StreetPilot has been tested to comply with FCC Standards for home and office FCC Compliance use. It complies with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) limits for Class B digital devices. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency (RF) energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a part
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Introduction GARMIN Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and manufac- Limited Warranty ture 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, misuse, accident, impro
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Introduction Table of Contents REFERENCE Deleting Personal Waypoints..45 INTRODUCTION The Map Page...................................15 Finding Exits.........................45 About This Manual..............................i Zooming.............................16 Finding a Point of Interest......46 Cautions.............................................ii Driving Status.....................17 Finding an Address................48 Software License Agreement...............iii Navigation Info........
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Introduction The list below is provided to help you quickly find some of the more important “How To” Index procedures you will use on your new StreetPilot. TO DO THIS: SEE PAGE(S): Install batteries.........................................................................................................................1 Load Map Data Cartridges..............................................
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Introduction StreetPilot Unit LCD Display Antenna 16 Color DSTN LCD Rotate upright for best with Backlighting satellite reception (Map Page shown) Keypad Compartment Door Refer to Page 2 for Insert AA Batteries and optional Key descriptions Map Data Cartidges here. viii
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Quick-Start Battery/Map Data Cartridge Installation Battery/Map Cartridge Installation The StreetPilot operates on six (6) AA batteries, which are installed from the left end of the unit, as viewed from the front. Alkaline, rechargeable NiCad, or lithium batteries may be used. For extended Compartment Door operation, use the cigarette lighter adapter to conserve batteries. The on-screen battery level indicator may be calibrated for alkaline or NiCad batteries, but will not be totally accur
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Quick-Start The POWER Key Keypad Usage Turns the unit on and off. A momentary press while the power is on activates the backlight/contrast adjustment window. Press and hold to turn the StreetPilot off. The PAGE Key Changes between the main pages and returns the display from an option window back to a main page. PAGE Key POWER Key The QUIT Key Returns the display to a previous page. When entering data, restores the previous value (cancels data entry). QUIT Key ENTER Key The ENTER Key Confirms a h
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Quick-Start Turning the StreetPilot On and Off Turning the Unit On and Off To turn the StreetPilot on: 1. Press and hold the red POWER key until the power tone sounds. 2. The Title Page will be displayed for a few seconds while the unit conducts a self-test (top right picture). 3. If there is an optional Map Data cartridge installed in the StreetPilot, a page showing the Mapping region and the effective date is displayed on the screen (bottom right picture). Press the ENTER key to acknowledge th
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Quick-Start Adjusting Screen Brightness and Contrast Screen Brightness/Contrast The StreetPilot screen lighting may set to a variety of levels for different lighting conditions and personal preferences. To adjust the screen brightness: 1. Press the POWER key for a moment. A window appears on the screen with a brightness control and a Contrast control (picture at left). 2. Press the UP or DOWN areas of the ROCKER keypad to adjust the screen brighter or dimmer as desired. Screen Brightness/C
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Quick-Start Your StreetPilot is designed to be portable, allowing you to easily transport the unit from vehicle Dash Mounting and to vehicle or take it with you once you reach your destination. A Dash Mount Kit consisting of a External Power Connection mounting bracket, mounting base, required hardware and adhesive pads is included in the StreetPilot package. This provides a semi-permanent method of installing the unit at the best viewing location for the driver or passenger(s). The dash mou
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Quick-Start Finding Your Location Finding Your Location The first time you use your StreetPilot to navigate, take it outside or properly mount it on the dashboard of a vehicle in an open area with a clear view of the sky. Make certain the antenna is pointing up. The StreetPilot also has the option of using a Simulator Mode which does not require reception of GPS satellite signals. Refer to page 8. When stationary, your Street Pilot should be able to calculate your position within five (5
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Quick-Start If the StreetPilot is unable to calculate your location after a few minutes: Finding Your Location 1. A ‘Poor Satellite Reception’ box appears on the screen (top right picture). 2. If you are indoors, or would otherwise like to simulate GPS location and motion, use the ROCKER keypad to highlight Start Simulator and press the ENTER key. The Simulator Mode starts, and the StreetPilot returns to the page it was showing beforehand. If the StreetPilot is brand new, or if the StreetPilot
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Quick-Start Using the Simulator You can start the Simulator Mode if you are indoors where the StreetPilot is unable to receive signals from GPS satellites. It is useful to do this when planning a trip or finding cities, Map Data Cartridge addresses, intersections, or businesses. To start the Simulator Mode: 1. Press the OPTION key twice. The StreetPilot displays the System Setup menu. The ‘General’ file tab should be displayed, and the cursor should be on the ‘Simulator’ field. If not, use
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Quick-Start The StreetPilot features two main pages, the Map Page and the Dashboard page. Press the Main Page Sequence PAGE or QUIT key to switch back and forth between the two main pages. If the StreetPilot is navigating to a destination, there is a third page called the Road Sign Page. The diagram below shows the relationship between the main pages when this is the case. You could say that the Road Sign Page is inserted “between” the Map Page and the Dashboard Page while navigating t
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Quick-Start Once the StreetPilot calculates your location, you may find it enjoyable just to view the Map Page Map Zooming and Panning and watch your movement along roads and streets. There will be time later to learn about the ‘Find’ and ‘Route’ functions. If you are not already looking at the Map Page, press the PAGE key until the map is shown on the screen. If the StreetPilot is still trying to determine your position, there will be a flashing question mark (?) in the center of the
