Garmin GPSMAP 492 Support Question
Garmin GPSMAP 492 Support Question
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Question posted by mrcrizzo on June 3rd, 2012
Sometimes And Very Slowly Finds Satillites
i have 2 gps antennas mounted on the top of my center console bimani top or what ever the hell you call it
i did the hold page and power for 10 - 20 seconds that was working for a bit but now im back to square 1
also did the quit and power hold for 10-20 seconds removed all the data
the only thing is while its serching for the satellites and i remove the antenna the gpsmap 492 does not stop serching for satellites or tell me that the antenna is disconected i dont know if this thing has an internal antenna also.
everything else on this unit is working just fine
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Related Garmin GPSMAP 492 Manual Pages
Owner's Manual - Page 3
... to compare the contents of this manual and learn the operating procedures for your new navigation system, take time to create an unsurpassed portable GPS receiver.
The GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 utilizes the proven performance of the box.
If you have any pieces are missing, contact your chartplotter, contact Garmin Product Support or...
Owner's Manual - Page 4
...Receiver 1 Simulator Mode 3 Adjusting the Backlight 4 Interface Keys 5 Entering Data and Selecting Options 6 Using the Map Pointer 7 Creating and Using Waypoints 8 Man OverBoard (MOB 10... Reviewing and Editing Waypoints 11 Navigating to a Destination 12 Creating and Using Routes 17 Find 19 Additional Information 21 DSC...GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual - Page 5
... Tab Options 79 Flasher Page 84 Map Split Page 85
Appendix 86 Specifications 86 Installing the GPSMAP 492/498 External GPS Antenna..... 87 Mounting the GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 88 Installing the Transducer 90 Connecting the Power/Data Cable 92 Interfacing 93 Installing and Removing Data Cards 94 Satellite Information 95
INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS...
Owner's Manual - Page 9
... a clear and unobstructed view of the sky.
GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
BASIC OPERATION > INITIALIZING THE RECEIVER 3. You are correctly installed on your vessel according to acknowledge the Warning Page. Press and hold the POWER key until the power tone
sounds, then release the POWER key. A full-screen GPS Information Page is complete, press ENTER to...
Owner's Manual - Page 10
... the map, press ENTER. Press up the initial satellite acquisition. If you have difficulty identifying your approximate location on the ROCKER until the GPS tab is ready for the Main Menu. Press and hold ADJ/MENU for use .
BASIC OPERATION > INITIALIZING THE RECEIVER To graphically initialize the GPSMAP 392/398/492/498: 1.
Owner's Manual - Page 11
... to show the Main Menu. GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
3 BASIC OPERATION > SIMULATOR MODE
To place the GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 in memory for future use indoors or practice. Press and hold ADJ/MENU to highlight Start Simulator, and press ENTER. 3. Simulator Mode
Simulator Mode turns the GPS receiver off for use . To turn...
Owner's Manual - Page 29
...GPS to scroll. The rescuer can choose to navigate to the caller's location to assist, or forward the call or position report. When the Coast Guard receives the
Information Window
GPSMAP 392/398/492...DSC uses marine VHF radio and GPS technologies to transmit and receive location information. When any nearby rescuer receives the DSC signal, an alarm sounds and they immediately receive the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 30
...caller's location on an electronic map. GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
Understanding Distress Calls When the GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 receives a distress call from your current location,... mariners to that location using a Go To. Anytime a vessel receives a DSC call except no alarm is received, the mariner can store and quickly navigate to exchange and show the received ...
Owner's Manual - Page 38
.../492/498 Owner's Manual To exit, press QUIT.
Features include integrated mapping, 2D or mariner's eye perspective, tide and current data, improved IALA symbols, navaids, marinas, boat ramps, roads, and more . The unit shows cartography as long as the status bar or first and second rows of data fields.
4. Press and hold...
Owner's Manual - Page 45
... by pressing and holding ADJ/MENU.
If you an indication of the sub tab items, press right on the ROCKER, then press up or down to the receiver and whether or not...GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
37 Sub tabs
Main menu tabs
Main Menu
MAIN MENU > GPS TAB
To select a Menu tab from any given moment.
The status information provides an idea of satellite acquisition, receiver...
Owner's Manual - Page 46
...), the inner circle 45º above the horizon, and the center point a position directly overhead. The unit then updates the location,...Simulating-the receiver is in latitude, longitude, and elevation.
• Ready for Navigation" when the GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 has...have a current location fix. MAIN MENU > GPS TAB Accuracy
Receiver status WAAS status
Signal strength bars
The status &#...
Owner's Manual - Page 67
...by mariners for more information on your GPSMAP 392/398/492/498...it with your GPS.
4. To transfer data on your PC to a data card. GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's ... DSC and using it can be exchanged with existing GPS data. Highlight Replace From Card, and press ENTER to...data card: 1. Press QUIT. DSC Tab
DSC uses marine VHF radio and GPS technologies to transfer.
2. See page 21 and the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 80
... and the GPSMAP 392/492 when used with the GSD 20. NOTE: You MUST have a transducer installed and connected to the transducer. The transducer receives the sound wave information and then sends the information to the GSD 22, GSD 21, GSD 20 sounder module
72
and then to greater depths with the same power.
You can...
Owner's Manual - Page 83
...GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
USING SONAR > SONAR PAGE
2. Press up or down on the Sonar Page. Select an adjustment option to change a Sonar Adjustment menu setting: 1. The unit can also set to access the option's adjustment window. Auto mode shows the most commonly used for 20 seconds... receiver sensitivity by selecting a higher gain. OR 1. To exit any of the sonar receiver....
Owner's Manual - Page 94
...) (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 seconds Cold...
Owner's Manual - Page 95
... the GPSMAP 492/498 External GPS Antenna
The GPSMAP 492/498 with external antenna must be replaced with a new solder-on or crimp BNC connector. To complete the external antenna installation, you need the appropriate fasteners and a 1" x 14-thread marine antenna mount available at most marine dealers. The Garmin antenna screws directly onto any standard 1" x 14thread antenna mount. If...
Owner's Manual - Page 96
...the antenna (external antenna only), power/data cables.
• The mounting surface should be used for the display unit, make sure you turn the antenna cable...GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 unit's with a single-knob tilt & swivel bracket that can cause failure of the unit.
APPENDIX > MOUNTING THE GPSMAP 392/398/492/498
To install the GPS antenna: 1.
NOTE: The temperature range for mounting...
Owner's Manual - Page 103
...GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
95 When the unit is using the satellite signal for navigation, the satellite number is being applied to show the strength of the signal being received, and the status of the screen. The bars are either shaded or filled.
The gray bar means the GPS is receiving... center represents directly overhead. When the GPS receiver has achieved a GPS ...
Owner's Manual - Page 104
... Augmentation System (WAAS) is an FAA funded service to improve the overall integrity of providing your Garmin GPS receiver, the receiver automatically uses the method that monitor GPS satellite data. Two master stations, located on your GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 in North America. WAAS is referred to the MOPS (Minimum Operational Performance Standard) for users...
Owner's Manual - Page 111
... harbor and harbor approach navigation, and it simulates the operation of a mariner, the system is used as TDs, and all navigation functions can reference...receiver. LORAN TD System
LORAN-C is a radio navigation aid operated and maintained in the United States by recreational vehicles. The GPSMAP unit automatically converts GPS coordinates to be used for those changes. GPSMAP 392/398/492...
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