Garmin GPSMAP 492 Support Question
Garmin GPSMAP 492 Support Question
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Question posted by jwiedl on October 20th, 2013
Not Powering On.
Unit worked fine until I turned on my running lights. Now no screen. Fuse OK. SN70405567. If I get it working how do I install software updates without a cable to my PC?
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Answer #1: Posted by TheWiz on October 20th, 2013 3:45 PM
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I would contact Garmin and have them walk you through some troubleshooting. Contact info can be found here:
Related Garmin GPSMAP 492 Manual Pages
Owner's Manual - Page 3
... the term Warning to create an unsurpassed portable GPS receiver.
If any question about each page in the Appendix.
The Appendix contains installation instructions, specifications, optional accessories, and maintenance information.
i If you begin working with the GPSMAP 392/398/492/498, review the installation instructions listed in detail. The Main Pages section...
Owner's Manual - Page 4
... Manual i Manual Conventions i Warning iv Caution v Care Information vi
Basic Operation 1 Initializing the Receiver 1 Simulator Mode 3 Adjusting the Backlight 4 Interface Keys 5 Entering Data and Selecting Options 6 Using... 32 3D Highway Page 33 Active Route Page 36
Main Menu 37 GPS Tab 37 Tide Tab 40 Trip Tab 44 Celes (Celestial) Tab ...70
ii
GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual - Page 5
...;cations 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... 105 Software License Agreement 106 Product Registration 106 Limited Warranty 107 FCC Compliance 108 Declaration of Conformity (DoC 108
Index 109
GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 9
..., the GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 is blank, release the POWER key.
1 A full-screen GPS Information Page is complete, press ENTER to agree and acknowledge the warning. When the self-test is shown after the unit gets a position fix, or you start the Retail Demonstration?". You are correctly installed on the GPSMAP 392/398/492/498, the receiver must be...
Owner's Manual - Page 29
...repeats the call on the chartplotter. For connection information, refer to "Connecting the Power/Data Cable" on the optional data card. Sub tabs along the bottom. Use the ROCKER...uses marine VHF radio and GPS technologies to scroll. When the Coast Guard receives the
Information Window
GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
21 Additional Information
Each item on the GPSMAP 392/398/492/...
Owner's Manual - Page 38
... ROCKER to the left of data field options. Press ENTER to a data field, and press ENTER.
5. The GPSMAP 492/498 system contains preloaded marine map detail utilizing BlueChart® g2 technology.
The unit shows cartography as long as the status bar or first and second rows of data fields.
4. Using...
Owner's Manual - Page 55
...computer using an optional PC cable and interface software or record them manually.... MAIN MENU > POINTS TAB
The following options are available:
• New Waypoint-allows you can review, edit, rename or delete individual waypoints, or delete all waypoints from the unit...
• Delete-deletes selected waypoint from the unit. To select the Points sub tab: 1. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 67
... to each type of item you want to transmit and receive location information. A Transfer Complete message appears after the data is saved to a data card, it with other compatible units and Garmin's MapSource software program on your PC. DSC Tab
DSC uses marine VHF radio and GPS technologies to transfer.
2.
Highlight Save To Card, and press...
Owner's Manual - Page 73
..., shows software version, and prepares software update cards.
The following options: • Factory Defaults-restores all settings to Garmin's original
setup values for the entire unit.
65
The Setup
button allows you to simulate navigation. • Set Position*-sets your computer through the data card programmer.
Press ADJ/MENU for the unit's on-screen text. •...
Owner's Manual - Page 80
...installed and connected to your GPSMAP 392/492 to the transducer. Using Dual Beam Dual beam works best for shallow water (for you want. GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
Understanding Sonar
The transducer mounted on the screen... transducer installed and connected to your GPSMAP 398/498 to greater depths with a GSD 22, GSD 21, GSD 20 and tranducer.
The transducer receives the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 89
...GPS...screen. If the new speed is used instead. NOTE: If the boat is not installed, a "Water Speed Sensor Is Not Working...screen. By default, the top speed automatically appears in large, medium, and small sizes based on the speed field, enter a new speed, and press ENTER. If you select a fish symbol, the GPSMAP 392/398/492...correct, highlight OK, and press...speed sensor cables. Same as...
Owner's Manual - Page 94
...: 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
GPS Accuracy:
Position:
Owner's Manual - Page 95
...most marine dealers. APPENDIX > INSTALLING THE GPSMAP 492/498 EXTERNAL GPS ANTENNA
Suggested locations for mounting the external antenna. The Garmin antenna screws directly onto any standard 1" x 14thread antenna mount. If you need to raise the antenna to route the coaxial cable either through, or outside the antenna mount. GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
87 Installing the GPSMAP 492...
Owner's Manual - Page 96
... arch, or mast. Screw the antenna directly onto the 1" x 14-thread mount.
2. APPENDIX > MOUNTING THE GPSMAP 392/398/492/498
To install the GPS antenna: 1.
NOTE: The temperature range for the display unit, make sure you turn the antenna cable connector 1/4 turn clockwise to 70°C). Make sure that you consider the following conditions:
• There should be...
Owner's Manual - Page 97
If OK you use a screw with three bolts or screws. A Flush Mount Template is...unit (see unit dimensions on the template to the mounting surface.
2. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
4.
Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting or sanding. The swivel base is provided in the package. APPENDIX > MOUNTING THE GPSMAP 392/398/492/498
To install the GPSMAP 392/398/492...
Owner's Manual - Page 103
...Inner ring- 45° above the horizon, and the center represents directly overhead. When the bar turns solid, the GPS is using a satellite for navigation.
A "D" in or above the bar means that satellite. ...the screen. GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
95 The bars are either shaded or filled. The gray bar means the GPS is highlighted on -board atomic clock. When the unit is ...
Owner's Manual - Page 110
...turn track recording on , reconnect and cycle power.
The oldest track log points were deleted to create memory space. If the transducer cable is removed while the unit is on .
APPENDIX > MESSAGES
Sonar Service Incompatible-(only applied to the GPSMAP 392/492... Complete-the unit has finished uploading or downloading information to needs a software update.
Waypoint Already...
Owner's Manual - Page 111
...GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 Owner's Manual
Using the LORAN TD Format When creating new waypoints using GPS. It can show your position as a TD or enter waypoints as if the unit was actually receiving LORAN signals. When the unit... have a collection of a LORAN receiver. Change to Loran TD from this conversion is approximately 30 meters. From the perspective of a mariner, the system is used for "...
Owner's Manual - Page 113
....
Pre-Programmed Data Cards-data cards pre-programmed with Vehicle Power Adapter-connects the GPSMAP 392/398/492/498 to a vehicle's electrical system on one end, and a PC, beacon receiver, marine autopilot, or other compatible device on the bulkhead or cabin wall. PC Interface Cable with either directly through a PC. To obtain replacement parts and optional accessories, contact your...
Owner's Manual - Page 118
...5 points tab 46 position format 66 position reports 22
110
Power key 5 power on/off 1 proximity waypoints 50
Q
Quit key 5
R
receiving a DSC call 24 replace from card 59 review
DSC call...scroll speed 80 selecting options 6 shallow/deep water alarm 71
simulator mode 3 software update card 65 soft bottom 84 sonar 72
depth line 76 understanding 72 whiteline 76...83
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