Declaration of Conformity
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... Page: 1 of 1 DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive: Standard to the above Directives Paul Morrow Quality Manager GARMIN (Europe) Ltd Date: 11th August 2004 Information Technology Equipment (Global Positioning System Receiver) GPSMAP 96 / 96C The undersigned does hereby declare that the equipment complies to which Conformity is Declared: 89/336/EEC and 1999...
... Page: 1 of 1 DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive: Standard to the above Directives Paul Morrow Quality Manager GARMIN (Europe) Ltd Date: 11th August 2004 Information Technology Equipment (Global Positioning System Receiver) GPSMAP 96 / 96C The undersigned does hereby declare that the equipment complies to which Conformity is Declared: 89/336/EEC and 1999...
Owner's Manual
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... to read this package with information about navigation. Introduction Thank you for choosing the Garmin GPSMAP 96/96C, an unsurpassed portable aviation receiver that utilizes the proven performance of Garmin GPS, full-featured mapping and navigation for reference. The Introduction contains the Table of...can also find warranty and FCC information in detail, the main pages and features. If any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin GPSMAP 96/96C safely and responsibly. Manual Conventions This manual uses the term Warning to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which , if not...
... to read this package with information about navigation. Introduction Thank you for choosing the Garmin GPSMAP 96/96C, an unsurpassed portable aviation receiver that utilizes the proven performance of Garmin GPS, full-featured mapping and navigation for reference. The Introduction contains the Table of...can also find warranty and FCC information in detail, the main pages and features. If any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin GPSMAP 96/96C safely and responsibly. Manual Conventions This manual uses the term Warning to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which , if not...
Owner's Manual
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... > Table of Contents Introduction i About This Manual i Manual Conventions i Warning iv Caution v Caring for the GPSMAP 96/96C vi Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Installing the Batteries 3 Adjusting the Backlight and Contrast 4 Basic Operation 5 Turning On the GPSMAP 96/96C 5 Initializing the GPSMAP 96/96C 6 Status Bar 7 Changing Usage Modes 8 On-Screen Messages 8 How to Operate Unit Features 8 Selecting Options...The Pointer Page 68 Active Route Page 70 Position Data Page 73 The Map Setup Page 74 Obstacle Data 79 The Highway Page 82 ii 96/96C Owner's Manual
... > Table of Contents Introduction i About This Manual i Manual Conventions i Warning iv Caution v Caring for the GPSMAP 96/96C vi Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Installing the Batteries 3 Adjusting the Backlight and Contrast 4 Basic Operation 5 Turning On the GPSMAP 96/96C 5 Initializing the GPSMAP 96/96C 6 Status Bar 7 Changing Usage Modes 8 On-Screen Messages 8 How to Operate Unit Features 8 Selecting Options...The Pointer Page 68 Active Route Page 70 Position Data Page 73 The Map Setup Page 74 Obstacle Data 79 The Highway Page 82 ii 96/96C Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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... 123 Accessories 124 What are Map Datums 125 What is Position Format 125 What is WAAS 126 What is Differential GPS (DGPS 126 Interfacing the GPSMAP 96/96C 129 Messages 130 Data Field Options 132 License Agreement and Warranty 134 Declaration of Conformity (DoC 137 Index 138...
... 123 Accessories 124 What are Map Datums 125 What is Position Format 125 What is WAAS 126 What is Differential GPS (DGPS 126 Interfacing the GPSMAP 96/96C 129 Messages 130 Data Field Options 132 License Agreement and Warranty 134 Declaration of Conformity (DoC 137 Index 138...
Owner's Manual
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... data only as an aid for VFR navigation. This Notice is blocked. Do not enter destinations, change settings, When installing the GPSMAP 96/96C in death or serious injury. Official government charts and notices to navigate safely. When navigating, carefully compare information displayed Do not mount... cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. Do not become distracted by the GPSMAP 96/96C while driving, and always be fully aware of California to our Web site at http://www.garmin.com/prop65. iv 96/96C Owner's Manual when possible. WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its ...
... data only as an aid for VFR navigation. This Notice is blocked. Do not enter destinations, change settings, When installing the GPSMAP 96/96C in death or serious injury. Official government charts and notices to navigate safely. When navigating, carefully compare information displayed Do not mount... cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. Do not become distracted by the GPSMAP 96/96C while driving, and always be fully aware of California to our Web site at http://www.garmin.com/prop65. iv 96/96C Owner's Manual when possible. WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its ...
Owner's Manual
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... a navigational aid. Virtually all GPS equipment, including the GPSMAP 96/96C. Do not attempt to use a combination of governmental and private data sources, which could affect the accuracy and performance of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate .... The government's system is solely responsible for aircraft navigation. Other Garmin dashboard or friction mounting options should not be used to determine ground proximity for its accuracy and maintenance. Use the GPSMAP 96/96C only as a result of direction, distance, location, or topography....
... a navigational aid. Virtually all GPS equipment, including the GPSMAP 96/96C. Do not attempt to use a combination of governmental and private data sources, which could affect the accuracy and performance of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate .... The government's system is solely responsible for aircraft navigation. Other Garmin dashboard or friction mounting options should not be used to determine ground proximity for its accuracy and maintenance. Use the GPSMAP 96/96C only as a result of direction, distance, location, or topography....
Owner's Manual
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... to temperature extremes can occur (such as in the trunk of water for the GPSMAP 96/96C The GPSMAP 96/96C case is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance except cleaning. vi 96/96C Owner's Manual Cleaning the Screen The GPSMAP 96/96C screen should be cleaned using a cloth dampened with the moistened cloth. User information...
... to temperature extremes can occur (such as in the trunk of water for the GPSMAP 96/96C The GPSMAP 96/96C case is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance except cleaning. vi 96/96C Owner's Manual Cleaning the Screen The GPSMAP 96/96C screen should be cleaned using a cloth dampened with the moistened cloth. User information...
Owner's Manual
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Internal antenna Keypad 256-Color TFT backlit screen 96/96C Owner's Manual Getting Started > This portable GPS navigator features a 256-color TFT screen, a built-in -one, versatile aviation, automotive, and marine navigator- Getting Started Unit Overview The GPSMAP 96/96C is an all-in basemap, Jeppesen aviation database, and auto routing to provide you with automatically generated turn-by-turn directions. perfect for air, land, or water.
Internal antenna Keypad 256-Color TFT backlit screen 96/96C Owner's Manual Getting Started > This portable GPS navigator features a 256-color TFT screen, a built-in -one, versatile aviation, automotive, and marine navigator- Getting Started Unit Overview The GPSMAP 96/96C is an all-in basemap, Jeppesen aviation database, and auto routing to provide you with automatically generated turn-by-turn directions. perfect for air, land, or water.
Owner's Manual
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... and hold to change the usage mode. MENU Key • Press and release to view options for a page. • Press twice to adjust backlighting (Contrast - GPSMAP 96). Getting Started > IN/OUT Zoom Keys • From the Map Page, press to zoom in Automotive and Marine Modes. • Press and hold for Nearest... for a destination when in Aviation Mode or the Find Menu when in or out. • From any time to mark your current location as a waypoint. 96/96C Owner's Manual
... and hold to change the usage mode. MENU Key • Press and release to view options for a page. • Press twice to adjust backlighting (Contrast - GPSMAP 96). Getting Started > IN/OUT Zoom Keys • From the Map Page, press to zoom in Automotive and Marine Modes. • Press and hold for Nearest... for a destination when in Aviation Mode or the Find Menu when in or out. • From any time to mark your current location as a waypoint. 96/96C Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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To install batteries: 1. Turn the D-Ring 1/4 turn clockwise to lock in place. Installing the Batteries The GPSMAP 96/96C operates on two AA batteries (not included), which are removed. Insert the batteries, observing the proper polarity. Turn the D-Ring 1/4 turn counterclockwise ... Power/Data Cable Connector (Serial Port) (under weather cover) USB Connector (under weather cover) Carry Lanyard connection Locking Pin Slot Battery Compartment 96/96C Owner's Manual Stored data is not be found molded into the battery compartment. 3. Remove the battery cover from the back of the ...
To install batteries: 1. Turn the D-Ring 1/4 turn clockwise to lock in place. Installing the Batteries The GPSMAP 96/96C operates on two AA batteries (not included), which are removed. Insert the batteries, observing the proper polarity. Turn the D-Ring 1/4 turn counterclockwise ... Power/Data Cable Connector (Serial Port) (under weather cover) USB Connector (under weather cover) Carry Lanyard connection Locking Pin Slot Battery Compartment 96/96C Owner's Manual Stored data is not be found molded into the battery compartment. 3. Remove the battery cover from the back of the ...
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...increase the brightness or down to decrease the contrast. 3. GPSMAP 96C Backlight Adjustment GPSMAP 96 Backlight and Contrast Adjustment 96/96C Owner's Manual Press ENTER or QUIT to close the Backlight/ Contrast adjustment window. To adjust the contrast level: (GPSMAP 96 only): 1. Press ENTER or QUIT to see the ... to increase the contrast or to the left to decrease the brightness. 3. You can also adjust the contrast if using the GPSMAP 96. Getting Started > Adjusting the Backlight and Contrast You may want to adjust the backlight to close . Press and quickly release...
...increase the brightness or down to decrease the contrast. 3. GPSMAP 96C Backlight Adjustment GPSMAP 96 Backlight and Contrast Adjustment 96/96C Owner's Manual Press ENTER or QUIT to close the Backlight/ Contrast adjustment window. To adjust the contrast level: (GPSMAP 96 only): 1. Press ENTER or QUIT to see the ... to increase the contrast or to the left to decrease the brightness. 3. You can also adjust the contrast if using the GPSMAP 96. Getting Started > Adjusting the Backlight and Contrast You may want to adjust the backlight to close . Press and quickly release...
Owner's Manual
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...GPSMAP 96/96C: 1. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 96/96C is assumed that you understand that you power up your new GPSMAP 96/96C, the receiver must collect satellite data and establish its present position. Warning and Information Page 96/96C Owner's Manual Basic Operation > To turn off the GPSMAP 96/96C..., be sure that you have read and understand the warning, press ENTER to continue. 3. Basic Operation Turning On the GPSMAP 96/96C The first time you have accepted the responsibilities and risks associated with the statements on , a tone sounds, and the first...
...GPSMAP 96/96C: 1. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 96/96C is assumed that you understand that you power up your new GPSMAP 96/96C, the receiver must collect satellite data and establish its present position. Warning and Information Page 96/96C Owner's Manual Basic Operation > To turn off the GPSMAP 96/96C..., be sure that you have read and understand the warning, press ENTER to continue. 3. Basic Operation Turning On the GPSMAP 96/96C The first time you have accepted the responsibilities and risks associated with the statements on , a tone sounds, and the first...
Owner's Manual
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Basic Operation > Initializing the GPSMAP 96/96C As soon as "Acquiring Satellites." The sky view represents a theoretical dome directly over your area and should acquire...each satellite the unit is shown in three stages: • No signal strength bars-the receiver is looking for use. 96/96C Owner's Manual At the top of the screen with a pointer to acquire appears at the bottom of the screen, the ...view array depicting the approximate location of overhead satellites is trying to indicate orientation. When you turn the GPSMAP 96/96C on, it begins searching for each bar.
Basic Operation > Initializing the GPSMAP 96/96C As soon as "Acquiring Satellites." The sky view represents a theoretical dome directly over your area and should acquire...each satellite the unit is shown in three stages: • No signal strength bars-the receiver is looking for use. 96/96C Owner's Manual At the top of the screen with a pointer to acquire appears at the bottom of the screen, the ...view array depicting the approximate location of overhead satellites is trying to indicate orientation. When you turn the GPSMAP 96/96C on, it begins searching for each bar.
Owner's Manual
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... Backlight Power On Alarm Set USB Connected Satellite Status Symbols Acquiring 2-D 3-D Simulating Satellites Navigation Navigation Navigation Navigation Mode Symbols Aviation Automotive Marine Mode Mode Mode 96/96C Owner's Manual Once the receiver has collected information from and is fixed on at least three satellites, the unit is "Ready to Navigate" and you...
... Backlight Power On Alarm Set USB Connected Satellite Status Symbols Acquiring 2-D 3-D Simulating Satellites Navigation Navigation Navigation Navigation Mode Symbols Aviation Automotive Marine Mode Mode Mode 96/96C Owner's Manual Once the receiver has collected information from and is fixed on at least three satellites, the unit is "Ready to Navigate" and you...
Owner's Manual
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...'s Manual When a field is designed to advise you to record those messages for review. How to Operate Unit Features The GPSMAP 96/96C unit's advanced keypad system is selected on the Message Log. Selection is shown. Pressing ENTER acknowledges and closes the message window. A message filter allows you . ...
...'s Manual When a field is designed to advise you to record those messages for review. How to Operate Unit Features The GPSMAP 96/96C unit's advanced keypad system is selected on the Message Log. Selection is shown. Pressing ENTER acknowledges and closes the message window. A message filter allows you . ...
Owner's Manual
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... on a page where data or an option can be moved up or down /left/right with Scroll Bar Default Settings Option On-Screen Operating Features 96/96C Owner's Manual Cursor-the highlighted area on the ROCKER. For example, the default setting for speed readings in the list. Moving the cursor makes a selection...
... on a page where data or an option can be moved up or down /left/right with Scroll Bar Default Settings Option On-Screen Operating Features 96/96C Owner's Manual Cursor-the highlighted area on the ROCKER. For example, the default setting for speed readings in the list. Moving the cursor makes a selection...
Owner's Manual
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... start your selection. 10 On-Screen Buttons 96/96C Owner's Manual Options Menu Options that page. 2. This requires movement of optional features for that are grayedout are not available. 3. Basic Operation > Selecting Options and Entering Data You can select and start options and enter data to customize your GPSMAP 96/96C to fit your steps.
... start your selection. 10 On-Screen Buttons 96/96C Owner's Manual Options Menu Options that page. 2. This requires movement of optional features for that are grayedout are not available. 3. Basic Operation > Selecting Options and Entering Data You can select and start options and enter data to customize your GPSMAP 96/96C to fit your steps.
Owner's Manual
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... next character field or press left once more on -screen button, and press ENTER. Not all fields are not selectable, the cursor skips over them. 96/96C Owner's Manual 11 To enter data in a data field: 1. Use the ROCKER highlight the data field, and press ENTER to start an on-screen button...
... next character field or press left once more on -screen button, and press ENTER. Not all fields are not selectable, the cursor skips over them. 96/96C Owner's Manual 11 To enter data in a data field: 1. Use the ROCKER highlight the data field, and press ENTER to start an on-screen button...
Owner's Manual
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...To aid in Simulator Mode. Simulator Mode The main purpose of your GPSMAP 96/96C. Simulator Mode is a good idea to practice navigation in learning to a known position. To get a feel for navigating with the GPSMAP 96/96C, it is also helpful for practicing with a serial connector) is ... can view listings of actual satellite signals or route navigation. 12 96/96C Owner's Manual Start Simulator Option Warning: Do not attempt to navigate using a GPS receiver is for navigating to use the GPSMAP 96/96C, please use . Any Satellite Signal Strength Bars or navigation shown ...
...To aid in Simulator Mode. Simulator Mode The main purpose of your GPSMAP 96/96C. Simulator Mode is a good idea to practice navigation in learning to a known position. To get a feel for navigating with the GPSMAP 96/96C, it is also helpful for practicing with a serial connector) is ... can view listings of actual satellite signals or route navigation. 12 96/96C Owner's Manual Start Simulator Option Warning: Do not attempt to navigate using a GPS receiver is for navigating to use the GPSMAP 96/96C, please use . Any Satellite Signal Strength Bars or navigation shown ...
Owner's Manual
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... icon, and press ENTER to show the Setup Menu. 3. From the GPS Options Menu, select New Location. 2. Select Use Map or Identifier, and press ENTER. 96/96C Owner's Manual 13 To put the unit into Simulator Mode using the Satellite Page: 1. On the System Setup Page, highlight the "GPS" field, and press...
... icon, and press ENTER to show the Setup Menu. 3. From the GPS Options Menu, select New Location. 2. Select Use Map or Identifier, and press ENTER. 96/96C Owner's Manual 13 To put the unit into Simulator Mode using the Satellite Page: 1. On the System Setup Page, highlight the "GPS" field, and press...