Declaration of Conformity
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..., SO51 9DL, U.K. 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 1999/5/EC EN 60950-1:2001 Safety of Equipment: Model Number(s): GARMIN International & GARMIN Corporation 1200 E. 151st Street No.68, Jangshu 2nd Rd., Olathe,.../2004 Revised: 11/08/2004 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
..., SO51 9DL, U.K. 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 1999/5/EC EN 60950-1:2001 Safety of Equipment: Model Number(s): GARMIN International & GARMIN Corporation 1200 E. 151st Street No.68, Jangshu 2nd Rd., Olathe,.../2004 Revised: 11/08/2004 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
Owner's Manual
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... minor injury or property damage. 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 your Garmin dealer immediately. Take a moment now to compare the contents of ... find warranty and FCC information in detail, the main pages and features. Read the Safety Information to install and use 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 ...
... minor injury or property damage. 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 your Garmin dealer immediately. Take a moment now to compare the contents of ... find warranty and FCC information in detail, the main pages and features. Read the Safety Information to install and use 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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..., please refer to our Web site at http://www.garmin.com/prop65. Official government charts and notices to mariners Always operate the vehicle in front of an airbag facilitate, not to replace, the use the GPSMAP 96/96C only as an aid to situational awareness. Use terrain ...the following potentially hazardous Minimize the amount of time spent viewing the screen of situations could result in an accident or collision the GPSMAP 96/96C while driving and use of the unit's controls while driving. when possible. When navigating in an aircraft, use of authorized government ...
..., please refer to our Web site at http://www.garmin.com/prop65. Official government charts and notices to mariners Always operate the vehicle in front of an airbag facilitate, not to replace, the use the GPSMAP 96/96C only as an aid to situational awareness. Use terrain ...the following potentially hazardous Minimize the amount of time spent viewing the screen of situations could result in an accident or collision the GPSMAP 96/96C while driving and use of the unit's controls while driving. when possible. When navigating in an aircraft, use of authorized government ...
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... and performance of disregarding this notice. (See California Vehicle Code Section 26708(a); Use the GPSMAP 96/96C only as a result of all data sources contain inaccurate or incomplete data to determine ground proximity for any purpose requiring precise measurement of Garmin is to provide customers with route suggestions. This product should be used . The...
... and performance of disregarding this notice. (See California Vehicle Code Section 26708(a); Use the GPSMAP 96/96C only as a result of all data sources contain inaccurate or incomplete data to determine ground proximity for any purpose requiring precise measurement of Garmin is to provide customers with route suggestions. This product should be used . The...
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...Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can withstand immersion in the trunk of a car) as in 1 meter 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. If these are retained in the unit's... liquid to temperature extremes can occur (such as permanent damage can cause damage to MapSource). Prolonged submersion can result. Water Immersion The GPSMAP 96/96C is always a good practice to back up important user data by manually recording it or downloading it to a PC (transferring it to...
...Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can withstand immersion in the trunk of a car) as in 1 meter 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. If these are retained in the unit's... liquid to temperature extremes can occur (such as permanent damage can cause damage to MapSource). Prolonged submersion can result. Water Immersion The GPSMAP 96/96C is always a good practice to back up important user data by manually recording it or downloading it to a PC (transferring it to...
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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. This portable GPS navigator features a 256-color TFT screen, a built-in -one, versatile aviation, automotive, and marine navigator- Internal antenna Keypad 256-Color TFT backlit screen 96/96C Owner's Manual Getting Started > perfect for air, land, or water.
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. This portable GPS navigator features a 256-color TFT screen, a built-in -one, versatile aviation, automotive, and marine navigator- Internal antenna Keypad 256-Color TFT backlit screen 96/96C Owner's Manual Getting Started > perfect for air, land, or water.
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DIRECT TO D /NRST Key • Press and release at any time to mark your current location as a waypoint. 96/96C Owner's Manual QUIT Key • Press and release to cancel data entry or exit a page. ROCKER Key • Move Up/Down or Right/Left to ...) or MOB (Marine) Mode. POWER/BACKLIGHT Key • Press and Hold to turn unit On/Off • Press and Release to view the Main Menu. GPSMAP 96). Getting Started > IN/OUT Zoom Keys • From the Map Page, press to zoom in or out. • From any time to view the Go...
DIRECT TO D /NRST Key • Press and release at any time to mark your current location as a waypoint. 96/96C Owner's Manual QUIT Key • Press and release to cancel data entry or exit a page. ROCKER Key • Move Up/Down or Right/Left to ...) or MOB (Marine) Mode. POWER/BACKLIGHT Key • Press and Hold to turn unit On/Off • Press and Release to view the Main Menu. GPSMAP 96). Getting Started > IN/OUT Zoom Keys • From the Map Page, press to zoom in or out. • From any time to view the Go...
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... Battery Compartment Cover 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 Insert the batteries, observing the proper polarity. A polarity diagram can be used. Alkaline or NiMH batteries (see page 103 for setting the battery... from the back of the unit. Reinstall the battery cover by reinserting the locking pin in the back of the unit. Installing the Batteries The GPSMAP 96/96C operates on two AA batteries (not included), which are removed.
... Battery Compartment Cover 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 Insert the batteries, observing the proper polarity. A polarity diagram can be used. Alkaline or NiMH batteries (see page 103 for setting the battery... from the back of the unit. Reinstall the battery cover by reinserting the locking pin in the back of the unit. Installing the Batteries The GPSMAP 96/96C operates on two AA batteries (not included), which are removed.
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To adjust the backlight level: 1. To adjust the contrast level: (GPSMAP 96 only): 1. 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. Getting Started > Adjusting the Backlight and Contrast You may want to adjust ... the contrast. 3. Press and quickly release the POWER key. 2. Press and quickly release the POWER key. 2. You can also adjust the contrast if using the GPSMAP 96.
To adjust the backlight level: 1. To adjust the contrast level: (GPSMAP 96 only): 1. 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. Getting Started > Adjusting the Backlight and Contrast You may want to adjust ... the contrast. 3. Press and quickly release the POWER key. 2. Press and quickly release the POWER key. 2. You can also adjust the contrast if using the GPSMAP 96.
Owner's Manual
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... page appears. 2 After a few seconds, a Warning/Information Page appears. Press and hold the POWER key again. To turn off the GPSMAP 96/96C, press and hold the Power key. That it is shipped from the factory in the world. Basic Operation Turning On the...start initialization, be sure that you power up your new GPSMAP 96/96C, the receiver must collect satellite data and establish its present position. Before you turn On and Off the GPSMAP 96/96C: 1. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 96/96C is assumed that you understand that you have accepted the ...
... page appears. 2 After a few seconds, a Warning/Information Page appears. Press and hold the POWER key again. To turn off the GPSMAP 96/96C, press and hold the Power key. That it is shipped from the factory in the world. Basic Operation Turning On the...start initialization, be sure that you power up your new GPSMAP 96/96C, the receiver must collect satellite data and establish its present position. Before you turn On and Off the GPSMAP 96/96C: 1. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 96/96C is assumed that you understand that you have accepted the ...
Owner's Manual
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...Page The progress of satellite acquisition is shown in three stages: • No signal strength bars-the receiver is looking for use. 96/96C Owner's Manual A sky view array depicting the approximate location of the screen, the unit shows the status as you have cycled through ... signal of sufficient strength is received the satellite is trying to acquire appears at the bottom of the page. Basic Operation > Initializing the GPSMAP 96/96C As soon as "Acquiring Satellites." While viewing the Satellite Page, a signal strength bar for satellites in the center of the screen with a ...
...Page The progress of satellite acquisition is shown in three stages: • No signal strength bars-the receiver is looking for use. 96/96C Owner's Manual A sky view array depicting the approximate location of the screen, the unit shows the status as you have cycled through ... signal of sufficient strength is received the satellite is trying to acquire appears at the bottom of the page. Basic Operation > Initializing the GPSMAP 96/96C As soon as "Acquiring Satellites." While viewing the Satellite Page, a signal strength bar for satellites in the center of the screen with a ...
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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 GPS Accuracy Satellite Array "Sky View" Signal Strength Bars Current Location Basic Operation > Status Bar At the top of each page, a Status Bar...
... 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 GPS Accuracy Satellite Array "Sky View" Signal Strength Bars Current Location Basic Operation > Status Bar At the top of each page, a Status Bar...
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...using the Message Log feature, refer to select either Aviation, Automotive, or Marine, and press ENTER. How to Operate Unit Features The GPSMAP 96/96C unit's advanced keypad system is designed to identify the types of navigation options and data entry. Many keys change functions when a particular... feature page is also provided. Use the ROCKER to page 122. Selection is Yellow) GPSMAP 96C On-Screen Buttons (Buttons are grayed-out when inactive) Data Fields 96/96C Owner's Manual You can also select only certain types of messages for storage on -screen message appears...
...using the Message Log feature, refer to select either Aviation, Automotive, or Marine, and press ENTER. How to Operate Unit Features The GPSMAP 96/96C unit's advanced keypad system is designed to identify the types of navigation options and data entry. Many keys change functions when a particular... feature page is also provided. Use the ROCKER to page 122. Selection is Yellow) GPSMAP 96C On-Screen Buttons (Buttons are grayed-out when inactive) Data Fields 96/96C Owner's Manual You can also select only certain types of messages for storage on -screen message appears...
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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 To scroll through a list. Once a setting is selected. Field-the location on the ROCKER. Cursor-the highlighted area on the screen that can...
... 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 To scroll through a list. Once a setting is selected. Field-the location on the ROCKER. Cursor-the highlighted area on the screen that can...
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Basic Operation > Selecting Options and Entering Data You can select and start options and enter data to customize your GPSMAP 96/96C to select options, enter names and numbers in a list or a field on -screen button, and then press ENTER. Use ENTER and ROCKER to fit your ... it and press ENTER to highlight your steps. With any page shown, press MENU. The QUIT moves backwards through your selection. 10 On-Screen Buttons 96/96C Owner's Manual Press ENTER to highlight an on the screen. To select and start the feature. Options Menu Options that page. 2. Use the ROCKER ...
Basic Operation > Selecting Options and Entering Data You can select and start options and enter data to customize your GPSMAP 96/96C to select options, enter names and numbers in a list or a field on -screen button, and then press ENTER. Use ENTER and ROCKER to fit your ... it and press ENTER to highlight your steps. With any page shown, press MENU. The QUIT moves backwards through your selection. 10 On-Screen Buttons 96/96C Owner's Manual Press ENTER to highlight an on the screen. To select and start the feature. Options Menu Options that page. 2. Use the ROCKER ...
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... cancel the waypoint and exit the New Waypoint Page, highlight DELETE, and press ENTER. Not all fields are not selectable, the cursor skips over them. 96/96C Owner's Manual 11 Use the ROCKER highlight the data field, and press ENTER to start an on-screen button: Use the ROCKER to the next...
... cancel the waypoint and exit the New Waypoint Page, highlight DELETE, and press ENTER. Not all fields are not selectable, the cursor skips over them. 96/96C Owner's Manual 11 Use the ROCKER highlight the data field, and press ENTER to start an on-screen button: Use the ROCKER to the next...
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...To aid in memory for future use the Simulator Mode. With optional MapSource City Select data, you can view listings of your GPSMAP 96/96C. Any Satellite Signal Strength Bars or navigation shown are retained in learning to navigate using a GPS receiver is also helpful for ...Start Simulator Option Warning: Do not attempt to use the GPSMAP 96/96C, please use . Simulator Mode The main purpose of actual satellite signals or route navigation. 12 96/96C Owner's Manual Simulator Mode is for practicing with the GPSMAP 96/96C, it is turned off. With optional BlueChart data, you...
...To aid in memory for future use the Simulator Mode. With optional MapSource City Select data, you can view listings of your GPSMAP 96/96C. Any Satellite Signal Strength Bars or navigation shown are retained in learning to navigate using a GPS receiver is also helpful for ...Start Simulator Option Warning: Do not attempt to use the GPSMAP 96/96C, please use . Simulator Mode The main purpose of actual satellite signals or route navigation. 12 96/96C Owner's Manual Simulator Mode is for practicing with the GPSMAP 96/96C, it is turned off. With optional BlueChart data, you...
Owner's Manual
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... the PAGE repeatedly until the Satellite Page is shown. 2. From the GPS Options Menu, select New Location. 2. Select Use Map or Identifier, and press ENTER. 96/96C Owner's Manual 13 Select Simulator, and press ENTER. Highlight the Setup icon, and press ENTER to show the System Setup Page. 4. Highlight Start Simulator, and...
... the PAGE repeatedly until the Satellite Page is shown. 2. From the GPS Options Menu, select New Location. 2. Select Use Map or Identifier, and press ENTER. 96/96C Owner's Manual 13 Select Simulator, and press ENTER. Highlight the Setup icon, and press ENTER to show the System Setup Page. 4. Highlight Start Simulator, and...