Owner's Manual
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... 72 Sonar Tab Options 77 Understanding Sonar 80 Flasher Page 84 Map Split Page 85 Appendix 86 Specifications 86 Installing the GPSMAP 292/298 External GPS Antenna..... 87 Mounting the GPSMAP 292/298 88 Installing the Transducer 90 Connecting the Power/Data Cable 92 Interfacing 93 Caring for the Screen 93 Installing and Removing... 105 Software License Agreement 106 Product Registration 106 Limited Warranty 107 FCC Compliance 108 Industry Canada Compliance 108 Declaration of Conformity (DoC 108 Index 109 GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual iii
... 72 Sonar Tab Options 77 Understanding Sonar 80 Flasher Page 84 Map Split Page 85 Appendix 86 Specifications 86 Installing the GPSMAP 292/298 External GPS Antenna..... 87 Mounting the GPSMAP 292/298 88 Installing the Transducer 90 Connecting the Power/Data Cable 92 Interfacing 93 Caring for the Screen 93 Installing and Removing... 105 Software License Agreement 106 Product Registration 106 Limited Warranty 107 FCC Compliance 108 Industry Canada Compliance 108 Declaration of Conformity (DoC 108 Index 109 GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual iii
Owner's Manual
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... antenna are only asked this the first time you start the Retail Demonstration?". Press ENTER to answer NO to the window asking "Do you want to the instructions in the "Appendix." The GPS Information Page appears as the receiver begins acquiring satellites. To turn off the GPSMAP 292/298: 1. BASIC OPERATION > TURNING ON THE GPSMAP 292...
... antenna are only asked this the first time you start the Retail Demonstration?". Press ENTER to answer NO to the window asking "Do you want to the instructions in the "Appendix." The GPS Information Page appears as the receiver begins acquiring satellites. To turn off the GPSMAP 292/298: 1. BASIC OPERATION > TURNING ON THE GPSMAP 292...
Owner's Manual
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... Specifications Physical Specifications Size: (Internal Antenna) 6.2" H x 6.30" W x 3.14" D (15.7 cm x 16.0 cm x 8.0 cm) (External Antenna) 6.2" H x 6.30" W x 3.26" D... (15.7 cm x 16.0 cm x 8.3 cm) Weight: Less than 2.0 lb Display: 5.0" diagonal (12.7 cm) 256-color TFT display with backlighting (234 x 320 pixels) Case: Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy, waterproof to 70°C) Performance Receiver...: Differential-ready 12 parallel channel WAAS-capable receiver Acquisition Times: Warm: Approx. 15...
... Specifications Physical Specifications Size: (Internal Antenna) 6.2" H x 6.30" W x 3.14" D (15.7 cm x 16.0 cm x 8.0 cm) (External Antenna) 6.2" H x 6.30" W x 3.26" D... (15.7 cm x 16.0 cm x 8.3 cm) Weight: Less than 2.0 lb Display: 5.0" diagonal (12.7 cm) 256-color TFT display with backlighting (234 x 320 pixels) Case: Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy, waterproof to 70°C) Performance Receiver...: Differential-ready 12 parallel channel WAAS-capable receiver Acquisition Times: Warm: Approx. 15...
Owner's Manual
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... shaded by excessive heeling. The GPSMAP 292/298 with internal antennas do not require this installation. Most marine VHF and LORAN antennas should avoid mounting the antenna high on the mast to ease installation, however, doing so voids the antenna warranty. The Garmin antenna screws directly onto any standard 1" x 14thread antenna mount. Never paint the antenna or clean it must be...
... shaded by excessive heeling. The GPSMAP 292/298 with internal antennas do not require this installation. Most marine VHF and LORAN antennas should avoid mounting the antenna high on the mast to ease installation, however, doing so voids the antenna warranty. The Garmin antenna screws directly onto any standard 1" x 14thread antenna mount. Never paint the antenna or clean it must be...
Owner's Manual
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...: The temperature range for the display unit, make sure you turn the antenna cable connector 1/4 turn clockwise to lock the cable into place. 88 Mounting the GPSMAP 292/298 Using the Swivel Bracket Mount The GPSMAP 292/298's compact, waterproof case is 5°F to 158°F (-15...to support the unit and protect it is installed, connect the cable to ensure the best reception. APPENDIX > MOUNTING THE GPSMAP 292/298 To install the GPS antenna: 1. Screw the antenna directly onto the 1" x 14-thread mount. 2. Extended exposure to temperatures exceeding this range (in storage or operating ...
...: The temperature range for the display unit, make sure you turn the antenna cable connector 1/4 turn clockwise to lock the cable into place. 88 Mounting the GPSMAP 292/298 Using the Swivel Bracket Mount The GPSMAP 292/298's compact, waterproof case is 5°F to 158°F (-15...to support the unit and protect it is installed, connect the cable to ensure the best reception. APPENDIX > MOUNTING THE GPSMAP 292/298 To install the GPS antenna: 1. Screw the antenna directly onto the 1" x 14-thread mount. 2. Extended exposure to temperatures exceeding this range (in storage or operating ...
Owner's Manual
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...three #8 (4 mm) pan head machine bolts with external antenna can be flush mounted on page 86) and leave 1.25" (32 mm) clearance below the data card slot for drilling starter holes. When flush mounting the GPSMAP 292/298, be sure to complete the flush mount ... are securing the base with three bolts or screws. A Flush Mount Template is designed to the mounting surface. 2. Flush Mounting the GPSMAP 292/298 (External Antenna only) The GPSMAP 292/298 with matching nuts and washers and a 5/32" (5 mm) drill bit, OR three #8 pan head self-tapping screws and...
...three #8 (4 mm) pan head machine bolts with external antenna can be flush mounted on page 86) and leave 1.25" (32 mm) clearance below the data card slot for drilling starter holes. When flush mounting the GPSMAP 292/298, be sure to complete the flush mount ... are securing the base with three bolts or screws. A Flush Mount Template is designed to the mounting surface. 2. Flush Mounting the GPSMAP 292/298 (External Antenna only) The GPSMAP 292/298 with matching nuts and washers and a 5/32" (5 mm) drill bit, OR three #8 pan head self-tapping screws and...
Owner's Manual
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...a message banner. 100 GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual Can't Write User Card, Data Card Is Read-Only-the data card in your dealer or Garmin Product Support if the problem persists. Distress Call-a DSC distress call has been received. Antenna Input is Shorted-some part of the antenna wiring is higher than ... by the amount of the Drift Alarm value. Anchor Drag Alarm-you have the unit serviced. APPENDIX > MESSAGES Messages Accuracy Alarm-the GPS accuracy has fallen outside of user-set in the Deep Water Alarm. Delete unneeded contacts to have drifted out of the specified...
...a message banner. 100 GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual Can't Write User Card, Data Card Is Read-Only-the data card in your dealer or Garmin Product Support if the problem persists. Distress Call-a DSC distress call has been received. Antenna Input is Shorted-some part of the antenna wiring is higher than ... by the amount of the Drift Alarm value. Anchor Drag Alarm-you have the unit serviced. APPENDIX > MESSAGES Messages Accuracy Alarm-the GPS accuracy has fallen outside of user-set in the Deep Water Alarm. Delete unneeded contacts to have drifted out of the specified...
Owner's Manual
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...a data card that already exists in Simulator Mode. Lost Satellite Reception-the unit has lost satellite signals. Check antenna connections or try moving to a route. MDB Waypoint Memory is Full, Can't Create Waypoint-unit memory is an...Alarm-you used all available proximity waypoints. Shallow Water Alarm-the Shallow Water Alarm depth has been reached. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 101 NMEA Depth Is Below Transducer-see combined definition. No Proximity Waypoints/Routes...no further data can be saved. Contact your dealer or Garmin Product Support to fit.
...a data card that already exists in Simulator Mode. Lost Satellite Reception-the unit has lost satellite signals. Check antenna connections or try moving to a route. MDB Waypoint Memory is Full, Can't Create Waypoint-unit memory is an...Alarm-you used all available proximity waypoints. Shallow Water Alarm-the Shallow Water Alarm depth has been reached. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 101 NMEA Depth Is Below Transducer-see combined definition. No Proximity Waypoints/Routes...no further data can be saved. Contact your dealer or Garmin Product Support to fit.
Owner's Manual
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... received, including interference that the GPSMAP 292/298 is on , the user is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver....GPS unit. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for your authority to operate this device is encouraged to try to provide more reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. These limits are designed to correct the interference by an authorized Garmin...
... received, including interference that the GPSMAP 292/298 is on , the user is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver....GPS unit. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for your authority to operate this device is encouraged to try to provide more reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. These limits are designed to correct the interference by an authorized Garmin...