Garmin eMap manual

owner’s manual and refer ence guide electronic map eMap ![...]

© 1999-2001` GARMIN Corporation GARMIN International, Inc. 1200 E 151 st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062 U.S.A. T el. 913/397.8200 or 800/800.1020 Fax. 913/397.8282 GARMIN (Europe) Ltd. Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey , SO51 9AQ U.K. T el. 44/1794.519944 Fax. 44/1794.519222 GARMIN (Asia) Corporation No. 68, Jangshu 2 nd R[...]

i Introduction About This Manual Thank you for choosing the GARMIN eMap. T o get the most from your new eMap, take time to read through this owner’s manual in order to understand all of the operating features. This manual is organized into four sections. The Introduction section provides FCC and safety information and the T able of Contents. The [...]

ii Introduction FCC Compliance Statement NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE (“home” or “office” interference requirements are more stringent than “outdoor” requirements). Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not caus[...]

iii MAP DA T A INFORMA TION: One of the goals of GARMIN is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost. W e use a combination of gover nmental and private data sources, which we identify as required in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer . Virtuall[...]

iv T able of Contents Introduction Section One – Introduction About This Manual................................i FCC Compliance Statement...................ii W arnings and Precautions........................ii-iii Section T wo - Getting Started eMap Key Function.......................................1 BatteryInstallation.........................[...]

1 Getting Started SECTION 2 eMap K ey Function !"#$%"&' ()*+,"#$""& -./ /012'&3 )AB + 4$3 Displays increasingly larger map ar eas with less detail.  Pr ess and release to zoom out by incr ements.  Pr ess and hold to zoom out rapidly . 2);CD + 4$3  Pr ess and release to turn the eMap On.  Pr[...]

2 Getting Started I nstalling the Batteries The eMap operates on two AA batteries, which are installed by removing the cover on the back of the unit. These batteries will provide up to 12 hours of continuous use. Rechargeable NiCad, NiMH, or Lithium batteries may be also used. Stored data will not be lost when the batteries are removed. Refer to ba[...]

3 Getting Started Each time you turn on the eMap it must determine its location. The first time you use your eMap, this may take from five to fifteen minutes. After first use, the eMap should determine your location in less than one minute. When your location has been determined, the Compass in the upper left corner of the Map Page will display Car[...]

4 Getting Started Using the Map P age Using the Map Page to Navigate The Map Page provides graphic display for the four methods of eMap navigation: Goto - A direct path to a map location, (waypoint, city , ad dr ess, etc.) T rack - A previous path of travel that has been stored (logged) in the eMap. A T rack allows you to repeat a path or to return[...]

5 Getting Started Speed, Distance and Time Fields Speed - Y our rate of travel can be displayed in miles per hour , kilometers per hour , or nautical miles per hour . Distance - When traveling on a Goto, T rack or Route the distance remaining to go to a destination will be displayed. When not on a Goto, T rack or Route, the accumulated T rip Distan[...]

6 Getting Started Map P age Options The Map Page Options Map Page options allow a variety of operating and customizing features for the eMap. Pressing the MENU key from the Map P age will display the Map P age Options Menu. Not all of the Map Page options are available at the same time. Many are replaced by another option when they are selected, wh[...]

7 Getting Started The Main Menu The Main Menu provides access to additional eMap feature pages. The pages listed below provide either enhancements to eMap operation or display data about operating information. Press the MENU key twice to display the Main Menu. T rip Computer Page - This page provides information such as distance traveled, average s[...]

8 Getting Started The Find Menu The Find Menu The Find Menu allows you to find stored locations (waypoints) and map items (cities, exits, etc.). They can be found by name or those nearest to your Current Location (Position Icon) or to the Map Pointer (Panning Arrow). Press the FIND key to access the Find Menu. When you select a category from the me[...]

9 Getting Started The eMap Beeper produces three types of signals. Single Beep - Indicates that a key has been pressed. T wo Beeps - Indicate that a message has been displayed with information about unit operation. Multiple Beeps - Indicate an incorrect key press. Refer to ‘Beeper’ on page 32 for detailed information. What Beeper T ones Mean Se[...]

10 Getting Started Installing an Optional Map Data Card GARMIN map data cards allow your unit to display detailed mapping data. Data can be transferred to a map data card from a GARMIN MapSource TM CD-ROM (a collection of data for a specific area, MetroGuide ® U.S.A., W orld Map, etc.) using a PC and interface cable. If you have already purchased [...]

11 Reference Option Menus How T o Use Option Menus Option Menus are lists of options that are specific for each page. T o select and use an option: 1 . With any page displayed, press the MENU key to display the option menu for that page. 2 . Use the ROCKER keypad to move up and down within the menu to highlight the desired option. 3 . Press the ENT[...]

12 Reference Entering Data How T o Enter Data Some pages contain Data Fields that allow you to define the information that will be placed in that field. Data can be entered in two ways; by entering each letter or number , or by selecting from lists of pre-defined information. Entering each letter or number: 1 . With the entire field highlighted, pr[...]

13 Reference The Map P age Zoom IN to view more map details. Zoom OUT to view more map ar ea. Accuracy Cir cle Zooming In and Out Use the Zoom keys ( IN and OUT ) to adjust the map scale, which is displayed at the bottom of the Map Page. T o change the map scale: 1 . Press the IN Zoom key to select a scale that shows more detail for a smaller map a[...]

14 Reference Us e the ROCKER keypad to move the panning arr ow about the Map Page. Using the Panning Arrow The Map Page pan function allows you to display an arrow to point at and identify items on the map, and to move the map in order to view areas beyond the current viewing area on the display . The pan function is activated by the ROCKER keypad [...]

15 Reference Mor e About Map P age Options Here is a more detailed description about the Map Page options discussed on page 6 with instructions for activation. Use Indoors The ‘Use Indoors’ option stops satellite reception, conserves power usage, and speeds Map Page drawing. The ‘Use Outdoors’ option turns on the GPS receiver for real- time[...]

16 Reference Measure Distance The ‘Measure Distance’ option allows you to view the distance and direction from your current location to another location on the map or from one map location to another . T o use the ‘Measure Distance’ feature: 1 . With the Map page displayed, highlight and select ‘Measure Distance’ from the list of option[...]

17 Reference The Map Setup Pages allow you to customize map details. Map P age Options Setup Map The Setup Map Option d isp lay s the M ap Setup Pages. Map Setup pages determine how the map is displayed, allowing you to custom tailor the map display . Common Settings T ext - Specifies the text size for a displayed map item. Selecting ‘None’ wil[...]

18 Reference W aypoints W aypoints A waypoint is a location you have identified and stored in the eMap. The eMap can store 500 waypoints in memory . W aypoints can be used to build Routes and as destinations to ‘Goto’. Marking your current location as a waypoint: 1 . Press and hold the ENTER key for more than 1 second to mark a waypoint for you[...]

19 Reference T o create a waypoint using the panning arrow when a map item is not highlighted: 1. Press and release the ENTER k ey with the panning arrow positioned where you want to mark the waypoint (off of roads , streets or other map items). 2. T he ‘New W aypoint’ page will display the waypoint that was created at the panning arrow locatio[...]

20 Reference Editing a W aypoint Use the ROCKER keypad to enter data and the ENTER key to confir m entries. Editing a W aypoint A waypoint can be edited to change the map symbol, name, coordinates, or elevation. It can also be deleted. T o edit a waypoint: 1 . Use the Find feature as described on page 21 or use the panning arrow to highlight a wayp[...]

21 Reference Using the Find Menu Using the Find Menu Y ou can locate W aypoints, Cities, and Interstate Exits included in the eMap basemap. Y ou can also locate Cities, Exits, Points of Interest, Addresses and Intersections when using MapSource data. Cities and Points of Interest are also available in other selected MapSource maps. If this data is [...]

22 Reference Using the Find Menu T o view a city’s location on the map, highlight the ‘Map’ button and press ENTER. T o Goto its location, highlight the ‘Goto’ button and press ENTER. The Map page for a city . The city name appears under the page title with distance and direction from your current location or the map pointer . The city is[...]

23 Reference Using the Find Menu Finding an Exit Y ou can use the Find Exit option to locate a nearby exit on an interstate highway . Exits are listed only by ‘Nearest’. T o find an Exit: 1 . Press the FIND k ey to display the Find Menu. 2. Use the ROCKER keypad to highlight ‘Exits’ and then press the ENTER k ey. An exits menu will appear w[...]

24 Reference Using the Find Menu Highlighted Item Information Page with Map and Goto buttons. Category and T ypes Lists Finding a Point of Interest Y ou must be using MapSource Me t ro G uide which provides this type of map data, other wise this option will appear gray and will not be available. T o locate a point of interest: 1 . Press the FIND ke[...]

25 Reference Using the Find Menu Finding an Addr ess or an Inter section Y ou must be using MapSource M et ro G uide which provides this type of map data, other wise these options will appear gray and will not be available. T o locate an address: 1 . Press the FIND key to display the Find Feature Menu. Highlight the ‘Address’ option and then, p[...]

26 Reference T o Goto to a map item or Find Menu item Y ou can use the eMap to guide you to a map or Find Menu item using the Goto feature. A Goto is a straight-line from your current location to one you’ve selected. T o Goto to a map item location: 1 . Use the ROCKER keypad to move the panning arrow to the item (waypoint, city , exit, etc.) on t[...]

27 Reference The Main Menu Using the Main Menu The Main Menu provides access to additional eMap features that are explained on following pages. For an introduction to the Main Menu, refer to page 7. T o display the Main Menu, press the MENU key twice . T o select a Main Menu option, highlight the desired option and press the ENTER key . Status Icon[...]

28 Reference Saving and Using a T r ack The eMap automatically records a history of your locations in the ‘T rack Log’, creating an electronic ‘breadcrumb’ trail of the path you have traveled. Y ou may save all or part of the track log to create a ‘T rack’. Y o u can save ten ‘T racks’ and 2,000 tracking points. Y ou can use the T r[...]

29 Reference Route P age Creating and Using a Route Route navigation allows you to create a sequence of intermediate waypoints which lead you to your final destination. The eMap will store fifty routes, each with up to fifty waypoints. A Route can be created and modified from the Route Page or complex routes can be created on a PC and transferred i[...]

30 Reference GPS Info P age The GPS Information Page acquiring satellites. Hollow bars indicate satellites being acquir ed. Solid bars indicate acquir ed satellites and are identified by the highlighted numbers in the skyview . GPS Status Page Options Elevation Entry Field Status Bars Skyview The GPS Information P age The GPS Information Page provi[...]

31 Reference MapSource Info MapSource Info Page System Info The MapSour ce Information P age The MapSour ce Information Page shows you informa- tion about detailed map data you have transferred from a MapSource CD-ROM to the optional map data card installed in the eMap. The upper field displays the map name and date. If the check box for a map i n [...]

32 Reference Time Format Options ‘Time’ Settings Page Setting Up System Options Setup provides four pages to allow you to choose from various system setup options for ‘General’, ‘T ime’, ‘Advanced’, and ‘Interface’ settings. General Settings Mode - Allows you to choose between three operating modes, ‘Normal’ with the GPS rec[...]

33 Reference System Setup Advanced Settings These features are best used by individuals with a working knowledge of map grids and datums. T o learn more about these subjects, visit the National Imagery and Mapping Agency at http:// www .nima.mil or inquire at your library . Location Format - Allows you to choose from different grid formats. The def[...]

34 Reference System Setup ‘Interface’ Settings Page Serial Data Format Options Serial Data Format Page for a GARMIN Beacon Receiver . When set for ‘Scan’ the unit will stop at the first received beacon signal. When set for ‘User’ you must enter the fr equency of the desired beacon and adjust the bit rate. The ‘Status’ field provides[...]

35 Appendix A Accessories Lanyard Cigarette Lighter Adapter GA 27C Remote Antenna Carrying Case V ehicle Dash Mount Bicycle Mount V ehicle Suction Mount Standard Accessories (Included with the eMap Unit) Lanyard - Provides convenient method for carrying the eMap. Attaches to a slot on the back of the unit. Owner’s Manual Quick Start Guide Optiona[...]

36 Appendix B Specifications PHYSICAL Case: High-impact plastic alloy , waterproof to IPX2 standards Size: 5.5”H x 2.375”W x .815”D W eight: Approx. 6.7 oz. (190g) w/batteries Operating T emperature Range: 5° to 158°F (-15° to 70°C) PERFORMANCE: Receiver: Differ ential ready PhaseT rac12 ® Acquisition Time: Approximately 15 seconds (warm[...]

37 Appendix C The eMap uses “pop-up” messages to alert you to unit operating characteristics. Press the ENTER key to acknowledge and return to the page you were viewing. Approaching T ur n - Y ou are less than one minute away from a turn in your route. Arriving at Destination - Y ou have reached your destination. Base Map Failed - The unit’s [...]

38 Maintenance Cleaning The eMap is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Clean the unit using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution and then wipe dry . A void chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic components. Battery Care and Storage Do not mix old and new batter[...]

39 Appendix E Interface formats are selected from the Setup ‘Interface’ on page 30 of this manual. The input/output lines on your eMap unit are RS-232 compatible, allowing easy interface to a wide range of external devices, including PC’s, differential beacon receivers, marine autopilots and /or a second GPS receiver . The NMEA 0183 version 2[...]

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41 Appendix G MapSource Data MapSource CD-ROM data transferred to the map data card can dramatically increase the mapping capability of the eMap in both the amount of map detail and available maps. MetroGuide ® maps contain detailed information and are required for using the Find Menu, Points of Interest, Addresses and Intersections options. MapSo[...]

42 Appendix H Limited W arranty GARMIN Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. GARMIN will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components which fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor . T[...]

43 Appendix I Index A Addresses, Finding.................................25 Altitude Entr y ......................................30 Antenna.............................................1, 2 Arro w , Panning..................................5, 14 AutoZoom..........................................................17 A veraging Location................[...]

44 N Navigation on the Map Page........................4 Nearest Cities List....................................22 Nearest Exits List...................................23 Nearest Points of Interest...........................24 Nearest W aypoints List.............................21 North Reference.................................33 North Up.........[...]

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© 1999-2001 GARMIN Corporation GARMIN International, Inc. 1200 E 151 st Street, Olathe, KS 66062 U.S.A. GARMIN (Europe) Ltd. Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey , SO51, 9AQ U.K. GARMIN (Asia) Corporation No. 68, Jangshu 2 nd Road, Shijr , T aipei County , T aiwan www .gar min.com Part Number 190-00152-00 Rev . D[...]