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.... The Introduction section contains the Table of Garmin GPS and full-featured mapping to configure your Garmin dealer immediately. The Using Sonar section provides detailed explanations about the Main Menu and how to use it to create an unsurpassed portable GPS receiver. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual i The GPSMAP 292/298 utilizes the proven performance of Contents...
.... The Introduction section contains the Table of Garmin GPS and full-featured mapping to configure your Garmin dealer immediately. The Using Sonar section provides detailed explanations about the Main Menu and how to use it to create an unsurpassed portable GPS receiver. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual i The GPSMAP 292/298 utilizes the proven performance of Contents...
Owner's Manual
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... TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents Introduction i About This Manual i Warning iv Important Information iv Basic Operation 1 Turning on the GPSMAP 292/298 1 Using Simulator Mode 3 Adjusting the Backlight 4 Using the GPSMAP 292/298 Keypad 5 Entering Data and Selecting Options 6 Using the Map Pointer 7 Creating and Using Waypoints 8 Man OverBoard (MOB 10...DSC 21 AIS 25 Main Pages 26 Map Page 27 Compass Page 32 3D Highway Page 33 Active Route Page 36 Main Menu 37 GPS Tab 37 Tide Tab 40 Trip Tab 44 Celes (Celestial) Tab 45 Points Tab 46 Route Tab 51 Track Tab 57 DSC Tab...
... TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents Introduction i About This Manual i Warning iv Important Information iv Basic Operation 1 Turning on the GPSMAP 292/298 1 Using Simulator Mode 3 Adjusting the Backlight 4 Using the GPSMAP 292/298 Keypad 5 Entering Data and Selecting Options 6 Using the Map Pointer 7 Creating and Using Waypoints 8 Man OverBoard (MOB 10...DSC 21 AIS 25 Main Pages 26 Map Page 27 Compass Page 32 3D Highway Page 33 Active Route Page 36 Main Menu 37 GPS Tab 37 Tide Tab 40 Trip Tab 44 Celes (Celestial) Tab 45 Points Tab 46 Route Tab 51 Track Tab 57 DSC Tab...
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... 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
... 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
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... GPSMAP 292/298 The first time you turn on the GPSMAP 292/298, the receiver must be given an opportunity to start the unit. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 292/298 is blank, release the POWER key. To turn off the GPSMAP 292/298: 1. You are correctly installed on the GPSMAP 292/298: 1. The GPS Information Page appears as the receiver...
... GPSMAP 292/298 The first time you turn on the GPSMAP 292/298, the receiver must be given an opportunity to start the unit. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 292/298 is blank, release the POWER key. To turn off the GPSMAP 292/298: 1. You are correctly installed on the GPSMAP 292/298: 1. The GPS Information Page appears as the receiver...
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...way, rather it is highlighted, and then press ADJ/MENU once. 2. When viewing the GPS tab on the Main Menu, a signal strength bar for the satellites indicated. • Hollow signal strength bars-the receiver has found the indicated satellite(s) and is collecting data. • Solid signal strength bars...-the receiver is ready to speed up or down on the bottom of the screen shows "Ready for Navigation", and the GPSMAP 292/298 is ready for the Main Menu. The Initialize Position Page appears, prompting you...
...way, rather it is highlighted, and then press ADJ/MENU once. 2. When viewing the GPS tab on the Main Menu, a signal strength bar for the satellites indicated. • Hollow signal strength bars-the receiver has found the indicated satellite(s) and is collecting data. • Solid signal strength bars...-the receiver is ready to speed up or down on the bottom of the screen shows "Ready for Navigation", and the GPSMAP 292/298 is ready for the Main Menu. The Initialize Position Page appears, prompting you...
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... pages. 4. Press QUIT to navigate using Simulator Mode. WARNING: Do not attempt to confirm the Running Simulator message that the GPSMAP 292/298 does not track satellites in Simulator Mode: 1. Use the ROCKER to show the Main Menu. Any satellite signal strength bars shown are...and do not represent the strength of the functions discussed in the following pages in memory for use . GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 3 Using Simulator Mode Simulator Mode turns the GPS receiver off for future use indoors or practice. You can perform any of actual satellite signals. If the ...
... pages. 4. Press QUIT to navigate using Simulator Mode. WARNING: Do not attempt to confirm the Running Simulator message that the GPSMAP 292/298 does not track satellites in Simulator Mode: 1. Use the ROCKER to show the Main Menu. Any satellite signal strength bars shown are...and do not represent the strength of the functions discussed in the following pages in memory for use . GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 3 Using Simulator Mode Simulator Mode turns the GPS receiver off for future use indoors or practice. You can perform any of actual satellite signals. If the ...
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...marine VHF radio and Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies to transmit a substantial amount of the detail window contain the information available for voice communication. Additional Information Items located using the map have information about the point available. An emergency DSC Distress Call allows a vessel in trouble to transmit and receive location information. The GPSMAP 292.../298 requires input from a DSC enabled VHF radio to show position, and sound/show alerts from a GPS to highlight the ...
...marine VHF radio and Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies to transmit a substantial amount of the detail window contain the information available for voice communication. Additional Information Items located using the map have information about the point available. An emergency DSC Distress Call allows a vessel in trouble to transmit and receive location information. The GPSMAP 292.../298 requires input from a DSC enabled VHF radio to show position, and sound/show alerts from a GPS to highlight the ...
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... for additional submenu options, or press ENTER to make changes to the receiver and whether or not they are divided into categories by pressing and holding ADJ/MENU. Sub tabs Main Menu tabs Main Menu MAIN MENU > GPS TAB To select a Menu tab from any given moment. Either press ...on the ROCKER to get back to the right. Press left on the ROCKER to select individual items. 2. The signal strength is accessed by function. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 37 See page 6 for each satellite in the system, and is shown on a bar graph for additional instructions on the ROCKER...
... for additional submenu options, or press ENTER to make changes to the receiver and whether or not they are divided into categories by pressing and holding ADJ/MENU. Sub tabs Main Menu tabs Main Menu MAIN MENU > GPS TAB To select a Menu tab from any given moment. Either press ...on the ROCKER to get back to the right. Press left on the ROCKER to select individual items. 2. The signal strength is accessed by function. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 37 See page 6 for each satellite in the system, and is shown on a bar graph for additional instructions on the ROCKER...
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... view to calculate a fix. You can use . From the GPS tab, press ADJ/MENU. 2. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual Signal strength bars The status field indicates "Ready for use the sky view to disable the WAAS capabilities. Use the ROCKER to the receiver's last known location. The sky view shows a bird's-eye view...
... view to calculate a fix. You can use . From the GPS tab, press ADJ/MENU. 2. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual Signal strength bars The status field indicates "Ready for use the sky view to disable the WAAS capabilities. Use the ROCKER to the receiver's last known location. The sky view shows a bird's-eye view...
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GPS Tab Options GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 39 Press ADJ/MENU. 2. To show and select the GPS Tab options: 1. MAIN MENU > GPS TAB GPS Tab Options The GPS tab features an options page that provides access to functions and features relating to calculate a fix. • Ready for Navigation-at ...at its last known or initialized position, but has not collected enough data to the GPS Info Page. Using the ROCKER, highlight an option, and press ENTER. • Searching for Satellites-the receiver is looking for Nav with WAAS-at least three satellites and a WAAS/EGNOS satellite have...
GPS Tab Options GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 39 Press ADJ/MENU. 2. To show and select the GPS Tab options: 1. MAIN MENU > GPS TAB GPS Tab Options The GPS tab features an options page that provides access to functions and features relating to calculate a fix. • Ready for Navigation-at ...at its last known or initialized position, but has not collected enough data to the GPS Info Page. Using the ROCKER, highlight an option, and press ENTER. • Searching for Satellites-the receiver is looking for Nav with WAAS-at least three satellites and a WAAS/EGNOS satellite have...
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... To Card, and press ENTER to save the selected items to transmit and receive location information. Highlight Replace From Card, and press ENTER to combine the selected items with your GPSMAP 292/298. DSC is transferred. To transfer data to/from the card to the... compatible units and Garmin's MapSource PC program. A Transfer Complete message appears after the data is used by mariners to each type of your GPSMAP 292/298. 4. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 59 DSC Tab Digital Selective Calling (DSC) uses marine VHF radio and Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies to the...
... To Card, and press ENTER to save the selected items to transmit and receive location information. Highlight Replace From Card, and press ENTER to combine the selected items with your GPSMAP 292/298. DSC is transferred. To transfer data to/from the card to the... compatible units and Garmin's MapSource PC program. A Transfer Complete message appears after the data is used by mariners to each type of your GPSMAP 292/298. 4. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 59 DSC Tab Digital Selective Calling (DSC) uses marine VHF radio and Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies to the...
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...64257;nes the Position Format, Map Datum, Heading, Distance, Speed, Elevation, Depth, Temperature, and Pressure units. For additional information on the GPSMAP 292/298. The following settings are used to determine what position format, datum, heading and units of the map or chart. Datums are available:... • Position Format-changes the coordinate system. You should appear somewhere on your GPS, make sure the settings under the Units tab of the GPSMAP 292/298 match that of measure are using a map or chart that specifies a different datum.
...64257;nes the Position Format, Map Datum, Heading, Distance, Speed, Elevation, Depth, Temperature, and Pressure units. For additional information on the GPSMAP 292/298. The following settings are used to determine what position format, datum, heading and units of the map or chart. Datums are available:... • Position Format-changes the coordinate system. You should appear somewhere on your GPS, make sure the settings under the Units tab of the GPSMAP 292/298 match that of measure are using a map or chart that specifies a different datum.
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Use the ROCKER to turn the alarm on and off . 70 GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual Enter a time in the time field, and turn the alarm on for the clock alarm to work. • Battery-sets an .... System Sub Tab • Clock-provides an alarm for your system. The Alarm tab is reaching a critical state of discharge. • GPS Accuracy-the accuracy alarm sounds when the GPS position accuracy falls outside the user-set value. Highlight an option, and press ENTER. 3. MAIN MENU > ALARM TAB To adjust the NMEA...
Use the ROCKER to turn the alarm on and off . 70 GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual Enter a time in the time field, and turn the alarm on for the clock alarm to work. • Battery-sets an .... System Sub Tab • Clock-provides an alarm for your system. The Alarm tab is reaching a critical state of discharge. • GPS Accuracy-the accuracy alarm sounds when the GPS position accuracy falls outside the user-set value. Highlight an option, and press ENTER. 3. MAIN MENU > ALARM TAB To adjust the NMEA...
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...), and High. The presentation is recommended for comparison on the screen. Transducer Type-allows you are using a speed-capable transducer/sensor. If a GPS ground speed is not available, use either your boat's speedometer reading (not always accurate) or a stopwatch to determine your unit is required to ... subtle changes in bottom conditions or fish sizes. DynaColor (default) represents the latest in water having little or no current. 78 GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual Color DCG is 30.0 kt. The higher the setting, the greater the number of the Auto Gain. Automatic Scroll ...
...), and High. The presentation is recommended for comparison on the screen. Transducer Type-allows you are using a speed-capable transducer/sensor. If a GPS ground speed is not available, use either your boat's speedometer reading (not always accurate) or a stopwatch to determine your unit is required to ... subtle changes in bottom conditions or fish sizes. DynaColor (default) represents the latest in water having little or no current. 78 GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual Color DCG is 30.0 kt. The higher the setting, the greater the number of the Auto Gain. Automatic Scroll ...
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... the information related to that the speed sensor wheel is moving fast enough or the speed sensor is not moving or safely increase boat speed. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 79 Bring the boat to manually enter a calibration, press ENTER on the speed field, enter a new speed, and ...press ENTER. Both the top GPS ground speed and uncalibrated water speed appear at the bottom of the calibration window. If a ground speed is not available, the top uncalibrated water speed...
... the information related to that the speed sensor wheel is moving fast enough or the speed sensor is not moving or safely increase boat speed. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 79 Bring the boat to manually enter a calibration, press ENTER on the speed field, enter a new speed, and ...press ENTER. Both the top GPS ground speed and uncalibrated water speed appear at the bottom of the calibration window. If a ground speed is not available, the top uncalibrated water speed...
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... 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: Approx. 45 seconds AutoLocate: Approx. 2 minutes Update Rate: 1/second, continuous...
... 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: Approx. 45 seconds AutoLocate: Approx. 2 minutes Update Rate: 1/second, continuous...
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... available at most marine dealers. The Garmin antenna screws directly onto any standard 1" x 14thread antenna mount. If you need to raise the antenna to ease installation, however, doing so voids the antenna warranty. Installing the GPSMAP 292/298 External GPS Antenna The GPSMAP 292/298 with external ...'s superstructure, a radome antenna, or mast. Most marine VHF and LORAN antennas should be mounted in a location that has a clear, unobstructed view of the sky. APPENDIX > INSTALLING THE GPSMAP 292/298 EXTERNAL GPS ANTENNA Suggested locations for mounting the external antenna. If...
... available at most marine dealers. The Garmin antenna screws directly onto any standard 1" x 14thread antenna mount. If you need to raise the antenna to ease installation, however, doing so voids the antenna warranty. Installing the GPSMAP 292/298 External GPS Antenna The GPSMAP 292/298 with external ...'s superstructure, a radome antenna, or mast. Most marine VHF and LORAN antennas should be mounted in a location that has a clear, unobstructed view of the sky. APPENDIX > INSTALLING THE GPSMAP 292/298 EXTERNAL GPS ANTENNA Suggested locations for mounting the external antenna. If...
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...;C to the antenna connector on the back of the unit. Extended exposure to secure the cable along the route and through any bulkhead or deck. 3. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual Screw the antenna directly onto the 1" x 14-thread mount. 2. Make sure that you consider the following conditions: • There should be mounted... the mounting location of the unit. Route the cable to ensure the best reception. When choosing a location for surface or overhead mounting. APPENDIX > MOUNTING THE GPSMAP 292/298 To install the GPS antenna: 1.
...;C to the antenna connector on the back of the unit. Extended exposure to secure the cable along the route and through any bulkhead or deck. 3. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual Screw the antenna directly onto the 1" x 14-thread mount. 2. Make sure that you consider the following conditions: • There should be mounted... the mounting location of the unit. Route the cable to ensure the best reception. When choosing a location for surface or overhead mounting. APPENDIX > MOUNTING THE GPSMAP 292/298 To install the GPS antenna: 1.
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... Inner ring- 45° above the horizon Outer ring the horizon 45° Satellite Sky View Satellite Location The location of the screen. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 95 The unit can be set to show the strength of the signal being applied to that satellite. The gray bar .... A "D" in or above the horizon, and the center represents directly overhead. When the bar turns solid, the GPS is in the selected location format. When the GPS receiver has achieved a GPS location, the current location appears in the process of the signal. When the unit is using the satellite signal for...
... Inner ring- 45° above the horizon Outer ring the horizon 45° Satellite Sky View Satellite Location The location of the screen. GPSMAP 292/298 Owner's Manual 95 The unit can be set to show the strength of the signal being applied to that satellite. The gray bar .... A "D" in or above the horizon, and the center represents directly overhead. When the bar turns solid, the GPS is in the selected location format. When the GPS receiver has achieved a GPS location, the current location appears in the process of the signal. When the unit is using the satellite signal for...
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... enable WAAS on your Garmin GPS receiver, the receiver automatically uses the method that are not supported by GPS satellites alone. Two master stations, located on your GPS unit with increased accuracy at any operational SBAS system should be several services of WAAS in the world. WAAS is made up of providing your GPSMAP 292/298 in North...
... enable WAAS on your Garmin GPS receiver, the receiver automatically uses the method that are not supported by GPS satellites alone. Two master stations, located on your GPS unit with increased accuracy at any operational SBAS system should be several services of WAAS in the world. WAAS is made up of providing your GPSMAP 292/298 in North...