Declaration of Conformity
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... 2009 Liberty House Hounsdown Business Park, Southampton Hampshire, SO40 9RB, U.K. Marine Navigation Equipment (Global Positioning System Receiver) GPSMAP 6X0 (X may be any numeral 0-9 or letter A-Z) The undersigned does hereby declare that the equipment complies with the above Directives Paul Morrow Quality Manager Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Issued: 23/02/2009 Revised: Page: 1 of 1 DECLARATION...
... 2009 Liberty House Hounsdown Business Park, Southampton Hampshire, SO40 9RB, U.K. Marine Navigation Equipment (Global Positioning System Receiver) GPSMAP 6X0 (X may be any numeral 0-9 or letter A-Z) The undersigned does hereby declare that the equipment complies with the above Directives Paul Morrow Quality Manager Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Issued: 23/02/2009 Revised: Page: 1 of 1 DECLARATION...
Installation Instructions
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... steps for in-country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. In Europe, go to www.garmin.com/support, or contact Garmin USA by phone at least 17 in the product box for the GPSMAP 620/640 Marine Mount Consider the following when you select an installation... with your mounting hardware. Step 2: Install the GPSMAP 620/640 Marine-Mount Base and the Marine-Mount Bracket Install the marine mount on the box. Selecting a location. 2. Connecting the marine-mount bracket to the marine-mount base. 3. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Wear safety goggles, ear protection...
... steps for in-country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. In Europe, go to www.garmin.com/support, or contact Garmin USA by phone at least 17 in the product box for the GPSMAP 620/640 Marine Mount Consider the following when you select an installation... with your mounting hardware. Step 2: Install the GPSMAP 620/640 Marine-Mount Base and the Marine-Mount Bracket Install the marine mount on the box. Selecting a location. 2. Connecting the marine-mount bracket to the marine-mount base. 3. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Wear safety goggles, ear protection...
Installation Instructions
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...snug. 3. Audio ground Orange Green Audio Wire Connections © 2008 Garmin Ltd. Align the slot on your NMEA 0183 device for wire colors. Optional: Connecting to a NMEA 0183 device You can connect the GPSMAP 620/640 marine-mount bracket to an unused holder on the back of the mount... communication), connect the appropriate RX or TX wire from 11 to the swivel fixture with the long mounting knob ➎ on the GPSMAP 620/640 marine-mount bracket to NMEA 0183-compatible devices. or its subsidiaries If necessary, adjust the mounting knob to a NMEA 0183-compatible device, ...
...snug. 3. Audio ground Orange Green Audio Wire Connections © 2008 Garmin Ltd. Align the slot on your NMEA 0183 device for wire colors. Optional: Connecting to a NMEA 0183 device You can connect the GPSMAP 620/640 marine-mount bracket to an unused holder on the back of the mount... communication), connect the appropriate RX or TX wire from 11 to the swivel fixture with the long mounting knob ➎ on the GPSMAP 620/640 marine-mount bracket to NMEA 0183-compatible devices. or its subsidiaries If necessary, adjust the mounting knob to a NMEA 0183-compatible device, ...
Quick Reference Guide
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... international MOB symbol ( ) and immediately begin navigation. Touch Man Overboard. While navigating, from the mounting bracket: 1. Please visit www.garmin.com for product warnings and other than the number assigned to a Saved Location 1. Tilt the device back until it will be prompted... land masses and obstacles while following the line to . 3. Marine Mode: Adjusting the Backlight 1. Mount Your GPSMAP 620/640 1. Placing the GPSMAP 620/640 in the Mounting Bracket Powering the GPSMAP 620/640 On and Off Power on the GPSMAP 620/640: • If the mounting bracket on your boat or...
... international MOB symbol ( ) and immediately begin navigation. Touch Man Overboard. While navigating, from the mounting bracket: 1. Please visit www.garmin.com for product warnings and other than the number assigned to a Saved Location 1. Tilt the device back until it will be prompted... land masses and obstacles while following the line to . 3. Marine Mode: Adjusting the Backlight 1. Mount Your GPSMAP 620/640 1. Placing the GPSMAP 620/640 in the Mounting Bracket Powering the GPSMAP 620/640 On and Off Power on the GPSMAP 620/640: • If the mounting bracket on your boat or...
Important safety and product information
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... replace the need for more information. This notice is blocked. Do not mount in accordance with vehicle operating controls, such as a navigational aid. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for driver Do not mount Do not place where driver's unsecured on the unit to all information needed to navigate displayed on field... precise measurement of direction, distance, location, navigation and defer to posted road signs. Official government charts and notices to • When navigating, carefully compare information mariners contain all available navigation safely.
... replace the need for more information. This notice is blocked. Do not mount in accordance with vehicle operating controls, such as a navigational aid. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for driver Do not mount Do not place where driver's unsecured on the unit to all information needed to navigate displayed on field... precise measurement of direction, distance, location, navigation and defer to posted road signs. Official government charts and notices to • When navigating, carefully compare information mariners contain all available navigation safely.
Owner's Manual
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... screen, and then touch Navigation Chart. The sections are instructed to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for product warnings and other important information. Go to use your GPSMAP 620. Manual Conventions In this manual, when you should touch a series of the... on in marine mode, and the second section describes how to http://my.garmin.com. The automotive kit, which includes both a marine and an automotive GPSenabled navigation device. the first section describes how to use the GPSMAP 620 in marine mode. Introduction The GPSMAP® 620 is both the...
... screen, and then touch Navigation Chart. The sections are instructed to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for product warnings and other important information. Go to use your GPSMAP 620. Manual Conventions In this manual, when you should touch a series of the... on in marine mode, and the second section describes how to http://my.garmin.com. The automotive kit, which includes both a marine and an automotive GPSenabled navigation device. the first section describes how to use the GPSMAP 620 in marine mode. Introduction The GPSMAP® 620 is both the...
Owner's Manual
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... i Contact Garmin i Manual Conventions i Getting Started 1 Identifying the GPSMAP 620 Features 1 Identifying the GPSMAP 620 Mounting Bracket Features 1 Using the Mounting Bracket 2 Powering the GPSMAP 620 On and Off 3 Removing and Inserting the Battery Pack 3 Inserting and Removing a Secure Digital (SD) Card 4 Marine Mode: Getting Started 5 Step 1: Mount Your GPSMAP 620 5 Step 2: Configure Your GPSMAP 620 5 Step 3: Acquire Satellites 5 Step 4: Use Your GPSMAP 620...
... i Contact Garmin i Manual Conventions i Getting Started 1 Identifying the GPSMAP 620 Features 1 Identifying the GPSMAP 620 Mounting Bracket Features 1 Using the Mounting Bracket 2 Powering the GPSMAP 620 On and Off 3 Removing and Inserting the Battery Pack 3 Inserting and Removing a Secure Digital (SD) Card 4 Marine Mode: Getting Started 5 Step 1: Mount Your GPSMAP 620 5 Step 2: Configure Your GPSMAP 620 5 Step 3: Acquire Satellites 5 Step 4: Use Your GPSMAP 620...
Owner's Manual
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... SD Card 28 Backing up Data to a PC 28 Copying or Merging MapSource® Data to the GPSMAP 620..... 29 Marine Mode: Managing Information From Other Vessels 30 Viewing AIS Information 30 Viewing DSC Information 30 Marine Mode: Advanced Configuration 32 Configuring System Settings 32 Changing Units of Measure 33 Configuring Communications Settings 34...
... SD Card 28 Backing up Data to a PC 28 Copying or Merging MapSource® Data to the GPSMAP 620..... 29 Marine Mode: Managing Information From Other Vessels 30 Viewing AIS Information 30 Viewing DSC Information 30 Marine Mode: Advanced Configuration 32 Configuring System Settings 32 Changing Units of Measure 33 Configuring Communications Settings 34...
Owner's Manual
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... the Screen 56 Resetting Your GPSMAP 620 56 Updating the Software 56 Clearing User Data 56 Battery Information 56 Charging Your GPSMAP 620 57 Changing the Fuse on the Automotive Mount 57 Caring for Your GPSMAP 620 57 Additional Maps 58 About ...GPS Satellite Signals 58 Extras and Optional Accessories 59 Specifications 59 Declaration of Conformity 60 Software License Agreement 60 Troubleshooting 60 Messages and Alarms (Marine Mode 61 Index 62 iv GPSMAP 620...
... the Screen 56 Resetting Your GPSMAP 620 56 Updating the Software 56 Clearing User Data 56 Battery Information 56 Charging Your GPSMAP 620 57 Changing the Fuse on the Automotive Mount 57 Caring for Your GPSMAP 620 57 Additional Maps 58 About ...GPS Satellite Signals 58 Extras and Optional Accessories 59 Specifications 59 Declaration of Conformity 60 Software License Agreement 60 Troubleshooting 60 Messages and Alarms (Marine Mode 61 Index 62 iv GPSMAP 620...
Owner's Manual
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... and recharge the battery with a standard 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) stereo audio plug. Note: When you remove the GPSMAP 620 from the marine mounting bracket, dry the metal contacts and use the attached weather cap to release the battery. ➏ Battery-removable ...lithium-ion rechargeable battery. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual Getting Started Identifying the GPSMAP 620 Mounting Bracket Features ➊ ➌ ➋ ➌ Marine Mounting Bracket Automotive Mounting Bracket ➊ Bail-mount adapter-connect the marine mounting bracket to the marine bail mount. ➋ Ball-...
... and recharge the battery with a standard 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) stereo audio plug. Note: When you remove the GPSMAP 620 from the marine mounting bracket, dry the metal contacts and use the attached weather cap to release the battery. ➏ Battery-removable ...lithium-ion rechargeable battery. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual Getting Started Identifying the GPSMAP 620 Mounting Bracket Features ➊ ➌ ➋ ➌ Marine Mounting Bracket Automotive Mounting Bracket ➊ Bail-mount adapter-connect the marine mounting bracket to the marine bail mount. ➋ Ball-...
Owner's Manual
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... device forward, and lift it stops. 4. Getting Started Caution: The ball-socket adapter on the GPSMAP 620 is not stable in marine conditions. The automotivemount base does not connect to Placing the GPSMAP 620 in hold the device in the mounting bracket: 1. Place the automotive-mount base on top of... the four sides. Flip up , wipe it clean using mounting hardware, and therefore is not compatible with Garmin ...
... device forward, and lift it stops. 4. Getting Started Caution: The ball-socket adapter on the GPSMAP 620 is not stable in marine conditions. The automotivemount base does not connect to Placing the GPSMAP 620 in hold the device in the mounting bracket: 1. Place the automotive-mount base on top of... the four sides. Flip up , wipe it clean using mounting hardware, and therefore is not compatible with Garmin ...
Owner's Manual
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...to a power source, it will continue to charge the battery Caution: If the marine mounting bracket is not wired through the ignition or a switch, the GPSMAP 620 will drain the boat battery, even when powered off the GPSMAP 620: • When you remove the device from the mounting bracket to lock the... battery pack used in a mount with external power whenever possible. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual Touch Turn Off to power off the device. • To power off the device manually, press and hold the Power key until the Garmin logo appears on the screen. Remove the device from the mounting ...
...to a power source, it will continue to charge the battery Caution: If the marine mounting bracket is not wired through the ignition or a switch, the GPSMAP 620 will drain the boat battery, even when powered off the GPSMAP 620: • When you remove the device from the mounting bracket to lock the... battery pack used in a mount with external power whenever possible. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual Touch Turn Off to power off the device. • To power off the device manually, press and hold the Power key until the Garmin logo appears on the screen. Remove the device from the mounting ...
Owner's Manual
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... it does not power on automatically, press and hold the Power key until the Garmin logo appears on your GPSMAP 620, press and hold the Power key. Place the GPSMAP 620 in your boat according to set up the marine mode on your GPSMAP 620 has acquired satellite signals. Step 3: Acquire Satellites 1. The bars indicate satellite strength. Now...
... it does not power on automatically, press and hold the Power key until the Garmin logo appears on your GPSMAP 620, press and hold the Power key. Place the GPSMAP 620 in your boat according to set up the marine mode on your GPSMAP 620 has acquired satellite signals. Step 3: Acquire Satellites 1. The bars indicate satellite strength. Now...
Owner's Manual
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...; For more information. Navigate with caution; For advanced navigation options, see page 8. 3. See page 24 for more information on a compass. Marine Mode: Getting Started Navigating Directly to zoom in and out. Touch anywhere on the chart and drag it as your marina or a good fishing... to your destination, you want to navigate to your destination. Tips: • In addition to navigating directly to your destination by default. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual From the Home screen, touch Mark. 2. From the Home screen, touch Charts > Navigation Chart. 2. If you can also use...
...; For more information. Navigate with caution; For advanced navigation options, see page 8. 3. See page 24 for more information on a compass. Marine Mode: Getting Started Navigating Directly to zoom in and out. Touch anywhere on the chart and drag it as your marina or a good fishing... to your destination, you want to navigate to your destination. Tips: • In addition to navigating directly to your destination by default. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual From the Home screen, touch Mark. 2. From the Home screen, touch Charts > Navigation Chart. 2. If you can also use...
Owner's Manual
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... the brightness and right to change between your current location and your destination by following the line to . 3. Note: The GPSMAP 620 must be connected to an external audio source for more information. From any screen, press and quickly release the Power key. ...the colors depending on a compass. While navigating, from the Where To? Touch Volume. 3. The box to a Saved Location 1. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual Marine Mode: Getting Started Adjusting the Volume 1. Navigating Directly to the right of the volume slider bar shows the volume level as a percentage....
... the brightness and right to change between your current location and your destination by following the line to . 3. Note: The GPSMAP 620 must be connected to an external audio source for more information. From any screen, press and quickly release the Power key. ...the colors depending on a compass. While navigating, from the Where To? Touch Volume. 3. The box to a Saved Location 1. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual Marine Mode: Getting Started Adjusting the Volume 1. Navigating Directly to the right of the volume slider bar shows the volume level as a percentage....
Owner's Manual
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...: Mariner's Eye 3D, Fishing Charts, and Fish Eye 3D views are four ways to view charts on the chart. 3. See page 10. From the Home screen, touch Charts > Navigation Chart. 2. Touch and drag the chart to zoom in and out on the Navigation chart. Touch and to view other areas on a GPSMAP 620... view map information, and as a visual aid while navigating. For more information on the chart (page 11). Zooming In and Out on the Navigation chart. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual Marine Mode: Using Charts Marine Mode: Using Charts The GPSMAP 620 is loaded with a basic worldwide imagery map.
...: Mariner's Eye 3D, Fishing Charts, and Fish Eye 3D views are four ways to view charts on the chart. 3. See page 10. From the Home screen, touch Charts > Navigation Chart. 2. Touch and drag the chart to zoom in and out on the Navigation chart. Touch and to view other areas on a GPSMAP 620... view map information, and as a visual aid while navigating. For more information on the chart (page 11). Zooming In and Out on the Navigation chart. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual Marine Mode: Using Charts Marine Mode: Using Charts The GPSMAP 620 is loaded with a basic worldwide imagery map.
Owner's Manual
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... and drag the pointer to a new location. Note: You can view aerial photos of the screen. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual 2. The information appears in a window on the chart-if the pointer is near ...• Measure Distance-view the distance and bearing of the marinas and marine services closest to measure from your current location. Touch Set Reference to the object or area of the ...chart. 2. Marine Mode: Using Charts Accessing Additional Object or Chart Information 1. Touch an object on the chart...
... and drag the pointer to a new location. Note: You can view aerial photos of the screen. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual 2. The information appears in a window on the chart-if the pointer is near ...• Measure Distance-view the distance and bearing of the marinas and marine services closest to measure from your current location. Touch Set Reference to the object or area of the ...chart. 2. Marine Mode: Using Charts Accessing Additional Object or Chart Information 1. Touch an object on the chart...
Owner's Manual
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...( ) at the bottom of your heading), and provides a visual navigation aid. Marine Mode: Using Charts • A camera icon with the GPSMAP 620. See page 13 for more detailed than the standard Mariner's Eye screen. • Fish Eye 3D-provides an underwater, three-dimensional view ...Imagery-provides high resolution satellite images for a three‑dimensional navigation aid. In addition to your destination. 10 GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual The BlueChart g2 Vision Mariner's Eye 3D is momentarily indicated by a highlighted line. Touch the button to move the view away from above...
...( ) at the bottom of your heading), and provides a visual navigation aid. Marine Mode: Using Charts • A camera icon with the GPSMAP 620. See page 13 for more detailed than the standard Mariner's Eye screen. • Fish Eye 3D-provides an underwater, three-dimensional view ...Imagery-provides high resolution satellite images for a three‑dimensional navigation aid. In addition to your destination. 10 GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual The BlueChart g2 Vision Mariner's Eye 3D is momentarily indicated by a highlighted line. Touch the button to move the view away from above...
Owner's Manual
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...move the view away from the Home screen, touch Charts > Fishing Chart. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual 11 Using Mariner's Eye 3D When using a BlueChart g2 Vision SD card, you can view the Mariner's Eye 3D screen. As with the Mariner's Eye screen, touch the button to identify entry and exit routes in unfamiliar.... This view is helpful when navigating tricky shoals, reefs, bridges, or channels, and is best for offshore deep-sea fishing. To access the Mariner's Eye 3D screen from the Home screen, touch Charts > Fish Eye 3D. Using Fish Eye 3D Using the depth contour lines of the BlueChart...
...move the view away from the Home screen, touch Charts > Fishing Chart. GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual 11 Using Mariner's Eye 3D When using a BlueChart g2 Vision SD card, you can view the Mariner's Eye 3D screen. As with the Mariner's Eye screen, touch the button to identify entry and exit routes in unfamiliar.... This view is helpful when navigating tricky shoals, reefs, bridges, or channels, and is best for offshore deep-sea fishing. To access the Mariner's Eye 3D screen from the Home screen, touch Charts > Fish Eye 3D. Using Fish Eye 3D Using the depth contour lines of the BlueChart...
Owner's Manual
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Marine Mode: Using Charts You can overlay high-resolution satellite images on the land, the sea, or both portions of the following: • Off-standard chart ... Navigation chart, touch Menu > Navigation Chart Setup > Photos. 2. If you set the detail level higher by touching Menu > Navigation Chart Setup > Chart Appearance > Detail. 12 GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual When enabled, the high resolution satellite images are only present at a specified opacity.
Marine Mode: Using Charts You can overlay high-resolution satellite images on the land, the sea, or both portions of the following: • Off-standard chart ... Navigation chart, touch Menu > Navigation Chart Setup > Photos. 2. If you set the detail level higher by touching Menu > Navigation Chart Setup > Chart Appearance > Detail. 12 GPSMAP 620 Owner's Manual When enabled, the high resolution satellite images are only present at a specified opacity.