Garmin GPS 12XL Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above)
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- Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 1
G P S 1 2 X L P e r s o n a l N a v i g a t o r O w n e r ' s M a n u a l & Reference ® - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 2
: www.garmin.com All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be person or organization of such changes. GARMIN, Personal Navigator, AutoLocate, TracBack, and PhaseTrac12 are all trademarks of GARMIN Corporation and may not be used without the expressed permission of GARMIN. February 1998 - Part - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 3
• GPS 12XL Unit • Owner's Manual • Wrist Strap • Quick Reference Guide • Carrying Case • 4 AA Batteries See your GARMIN dealer for accessories including our PC kit, swivel mounts, external antennas, and power/data cables. We at GARMIN hope the GPS 12XL will help you meet all of your navigation - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 4
the problem. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device cannot cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The GPS 12XL does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 5
the Map, Screen Contrast, & Power Off 11 SECTION THREE Reference Satellite Page 12-13 Battery Level Indicator, Backlighting, and Emergency Erase 14 Position Page 15-16 Marking a Position & Position Averaging Function 17 Waypoint Pages 18-22 GOTO & Man Overboard 23 TracBack Navigation 24 - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 6
Glossary The GPS 12XL is a powerful navigation tool that can guide you anywhere in the world. To better understand its operation and capabilities, it may be helpful to review the basic terms and concepts briefly explained below. Other navigation and GPS definitions used in the manual are defined - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 7
the Prime Meridian, an imaginary circle that passes through the north and south poles. Navigation The process of traveling from one place to another and knowing where you are in are traveling in the direction of the destination. Waypoint A specific location saved in the receiver's memory. 3 - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 8
(see above). Contact your GARMIN dealer for remote antennas and accessories. The GPS 12XL operates on 4 AA batteries (included), which are installed at the base of the unit. These batteries provide up to 12 hours of use. To install the batteries: 1. Remove the battery cover by turning the thumb - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 9
page. Displays GOTO page with the waypoint highlighted for GOTO operation. Pressing GOTO twice activates MOB. Confirms data entry and activates highlighted fields to allow data entry. Returns display to a previous page, or restores a data field's previous value. Selects alphanumerical characters - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 10
at the five primary information pages used for the GPS 12XL. Switch between pages by pressing either the or keys. Satellite Position Map Compass Main Menu Satellite Page The Satellite Page dimensions: latitude, longitude, and altitude. A trip odometer and 12/24-hour clock are also provided. - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 11
and bearing are shown at the top corners of the map. The top of the screen contains the zoom, pan, and configuration fields. Navigation Page A navigation page gives you steering guidance when going to a waypoint. The GPS 12XL has two navigation page choices: the Compass Page and the Highway Page - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 12
the Database Page will appear, followed by the Satellite Page. When sufficient satellite signals have been acquired, the Satellite Page will be replaced by the Position Page. Marking a Position GPS is really about marking and going to places called waypoints. Before we can use our GPS 12XL to guide - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 13
& Going To a Waypoint The Map Page displays your present position as a diamond icon and provides a real-time graphic "breadcrumb" display of your track right on the screen. The GOTO waypoint page allows you to select a destination from a list of all available waypoints in the GPS 12XL's memory. 9 - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 14
a destination waypoint, the GPS 12XL provides graphic steering guidance with the Compass Page (the default navigation page). The the screen, is a user-selectable field that can provide a variety of navigation information. We'll cover more about that field in the reference section (see page 32). - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 15
your new GPS receiver and probably know a little more than you think about how it works. We encourage you to experiment with the GPS12XL until it becomes an extension of your own navigation skills. If you encounter any problems using the unit or want to take advantage of the GPS 12XL's more advanced - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 16
the 'orientation' option on the Map Page. (See pg. 38 for setup instructions.) When the receiver is looking for a particular satellite, receiver is collecting data from it. The satellite number in the sky view will no longer appear highlighted. As soon as the GPS 12XL has collected the necessary data - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 17
- the GPS 12XLis initializing and collecting new almanac data. This process can take 5 minutes, depending on the satellites currently in view. Acquiring- the receiver is collecting data from available satellites, but has not collected enough data to calculate a 2D fix. 2D Nav (2D Navigation)- at - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 18
Voltage differences will display Ni-Cad and lithium batteries differently . No other receiver functions are affected. The GPS 12XL features an internal lithium battery that will maintain the unit's memory when the receiver is not running off batteries or external power. Backlighting Bulb Icon The - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 19
12XL uses this basic information to mark exact positions as waypoints, which help guide you from one place to another. The lower right-hand corner of the page contains the altitude field (default). Below that field is a 12- or 24-hour clock. Both the trip odometer and the altitude fields are user - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 20
the GPS 12XL is acquiring satellites or navigating in the 2D mode, the last known altitude is used to compute your position. You may also manually enter your altitude for greater accuracy. In cases where the GPS 12XL has 2D coverage, entering your approximate altitude will enable the receiver to - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 21
Marking a Position The GPS 12XL allows you to mark and store up to 500 positions as waypoints. A waypoint can be entered by taking an instant electronic fix, by manually entering coordinates (pg. 20), or by using the bearing and distance to a known position (pg. 20). To mark your present position: - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 22
in the GPS 12XL and their respective waypoint symbols. The total number of empty and used waypoint locations in memory is also indicated. From the waypoint list page, you can retrieve a waypoint definition page, delete all user-defined waypoints, delete waypoints by symbol, or review and perform - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 23
or to return to the Main Menu Page. REFERENCE Waypoint List & Proximity Waypoints Deleting waypoints by symbol enables you to delete a specific group of waypoints without losing all other waypoints. Quickly edit or delete proximity waypoints by highlighting the waypoint name and pressing ENTER. 19 - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 24
REFERENCE Waypoint Definition & Reference Waypoints The GPS 12XL's advanced waypoint planning features allow you to create new waypoints and practice navigation without ever setting foot outside. If you create a new waypoint by entering coordinates from a map, you may want to re-mark the waypoint's - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 25
displayed on the map. 4. Press , and select one of the following display options: 'NAME WITH SYMBOL', 'SYMBOL ONLY,' or 'COMMENT WITH SYMBOL'. 5. Press to confirm your selection, and again to confirm the 'DONE?' prompt. Waypoint Comments Each waypoint stored in the GPS 12XL has a user- definable 16 - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 26
pg. 30), and then delete it. If you attempt to delete a waypoint that's part of a route, you'll be given a "Route Waypoint Can't be Deleted" message. Scanning Waypoints As you manually enter a waypoint's name, the GPS 12XL's waypoint scanning feature will automatically display the first numerical or - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 27
Destination The GPS 12XL also features a built-in database of city locations. You can quickly select any one of these locations as your destination waypoint, using the Find City feature. Once selected, the GPS 12XL will create a waypoint named after the city and place it in user waypoint memory. To - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 28
the GPS 12XL analyzes the data and creates the TracBack route. 24 TracBack Navigation GARMIN's patented TracBack feature allows you to quickly retrace your path using the track log automatically stored in the receiver. This feature eliminates the need to mark waypoints along the way and manually - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 29
number available. (You can also quickly delete all temporary TracBack waypoints in memory by using the 'DELETE BY SYMBOL' method described on pg. 19.) REFERENCE TracBack The TracBack feature will navigate your track log back to the oldest point in the receiver's memory. The track log will be - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 30
The last form of navigating to a destination with the GPS 12XL is by creating a user-defined route. The route navigation feature lets you plan and navigate a course from one place to another using a set of pre-defined waypoints. Routes are often used when it's not practical, safe, or possible - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 31
Leg Distance Total Route Distance Function Prompts The last form of navigating to a destination with the GPS 12XL is by creating a user-defined route. The GPS 12XL lets you create and store up to 20 routes of 30 waypoints each. Routes can be copied, cleared, inverted, and activated through the - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 32
REFERENCE Using Routes You may use up to 16 characters to custom name a route. The default name will be the first and last waypoint in the route. To activate a route, highlight the 'ACT?' prompt and press ENTER. 28 Creating and Navigating Routes To create a route from the route definition page: 1. - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 33
waypoint. As long as you are navigating an active route, the active route page will become part to copy the route. To clear a route from memory: 1. Highlight the route number field, and press . press . 4. Highlight 'Yes?', and press . REFERENCE Active Route, Copying, & Clearing Active Route Page - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 34
" from the active route page: 1. Highlight the desired route waypoint, and press . 2. Once the GOTO waypoint page appears with the waypoint highlighted, press . Note that after you reach the on-route GOTO waypoint, the GPS 12XL will automatically resume navigating the rest of the route in sequence. - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 35
Once you've selected a GOTO destination or activated a TracBack, MOB, or route; the GPS 12XL will provide graphic steering guidance to the destination with one of two navigation pages: REFERENCE Navigation Pages Compass Page Highway Page •The Compass Page (default) provides a directional pointer - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 36
REFERENCE Navigation Pages Selecting a Navigation Page (cont.) Graphic Compass Ring Distance to Waypoint The user selectable field allows you to customize the navigation pages, selecting the desired data readout. The turn option shows the number of degrees you need to turn (left or right) to - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 37
points up, you are going directly to the waypoint. If the arrow points any direction (left, shows your track (TRK), speed (SPD), and a user-selectable field for ETE, ETA, CTS, XTK, VMG on your current speed and track over ground), the GPS 12XL will alert you with a flashing on-screen message box - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 38
Waypoint Distance to Waypoint Track Destination Waypoint Speed Over Ground Graphic Highway Display CDI Scale User Selectable Field The GPS 12XL middle of the highway represents your desired track. As you navigate toward a waypoint, the highway will actually move-indicating the direction you're - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 39
You may select which of these features are shown through the map options pages (see pgs. 37-39 for more information). The four corners of the Map Page are used to display various navigation data: the bearing and distance to a destination waypoint and your current track and speed over the ground. The - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 40
you pan around the map, you'll notice the target crosshair will "snap to" on-screen waypoints and highlight the waypoint name. Once a waypoint name is highlighted, you can either review its waypoint definition page and waypoint display options, or execute a GOTO function and navigate directly to the - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 41
definition page, you can also define how each individual waypoint is displayed on the map. The GPS 12XL displays waypoints as a name with a corresponding symbol (e.g., "fuel" and a gas pump symbol), a symbol only (e.g., a fish symbol), or a 16-character comment and corresponding symbol (e.g., "great - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 42
you to mark and instantly set a course for a new waypoint called 'MAP'. To go to the target crosshair: 1. Place the target Map Setup Page and Orientation The map setup page lets you select the Map Page and satellite sky view (see pg. 12) orientation, as well as specify what items are displayed. The Map - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 43
This setting gives the most efficient use of track memory and provides the best TracBack performance. To change the receiver records track log data or the ability to create a TracBack route. REFERENCE Map & Track Setup Use the track setup page to control the way the GPS 12XL manages track log data - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 44
also GOTO a city location from the map or find city page. The GPS 12XL will create a user waypoint, using the city name, and add this point to the user waypoint list. Keep in mind that city names will be abbreviated to six characters when creating a user waypoint. To GOTO the city location from the - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 45
on the map. The cities GPS 12XL's Main Menu Page (shown on pgs. 18 and 27) provides access to additional pages (submenus) that are used to customize operation and select navigation/planning features. These nine pages are divided into categories by function. We've already gone over the waypoint - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 46
your GPS 12 XL. The GPS 12XL's two operating modes are accessed through the system setup submenu. 42 Messages The messages page displays any current message alerts. There are two types of messages: temporary alerts (e.g., approaching a waypoint) and condition alerts (e.g., battery power low). All - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 47
in a 12or 24-hour format. To select the time format: 1. Highlight the 'HOURS' field, and press . 2. Select 12- or 24-hour display, and press . System Setup: Screen Contrast The GPS 12XL has adjustable screen contrast con- trolled by an on-screen bar scale. To set the screen contrast: 1. Highlight - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 48
GPS 12XL position readout correspond to the chart. 44 Navigation Setup Page The navigation setup page is used to select the desired position format, map datum setting, and press . Navigation Setup: User Grid Position Format The 'User Grid' option lets you create a user-defined position format by - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 49
Navigation Setup: Map Datums (continued) To define a user datum: 1. Highlight the 'MAP DATUM' field, and press . 2. Scroll through the map datum options until 'User' appears, and press . 3. Enter the five parameters of the map press . Navigation Setup: Units of Measure The GPS 12XL lets you select - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 50
alarms on the GPS 12XL: arrival and CDI. The arrival alarm will alert you when you are approaching a waypoint. The arrival alarm user-specified distance from the destination waypoint. • 'Auto'- The alarm will occur at one minute away (based upon current speed, distance & track) from the each waypoint - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 51
/control an optional GARMIN GBR 21 differential beacon receiver. Note: Use the 'RTCM/NONE' setting if your beacon receiver does not support these software-driven controls. REFERENCE Interface Setup & DGPS The 'GRMN/GRMN' option allows the GPS 12XL to exchange data with a PC or another GPS unit. Use - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 52
When the GPS 12XL is receiving DGPS corrections received and no correction data is being received, a 'No Data' message will be displayed. • If a beacon frequency cannot be tuned and/or no signal is received, a 'No Status' message will be displayed. The message page will alert you to any problems - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 53
Navigation Simulator The GPS 12XL's simulator mode lets you practice all aspects of its operation without active satellite acquisition. You can plan and practice trips, enter new waypoints and routes, and save them for use during normal operation. To activate the simulator: 1. From the Main Menu - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 54
will be replaced by the Satellite Page, and the EZinit prompt may appear prompting you to select one of two initialization methods: •Select Country--allows you to initialize the receiver by selecting your present position from a list of countries in the GPS 12XL's internal database. This typically - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 55
of your present position. 5. Press to finish. The GPS 12XL will now begin searching for the appropriate satellites for your location top-left corner of the Satellite Page. Initialization Troubleshooting If you have trouble initializing the receiver or acquiring a position, check the following: - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 56
Size: 14.6 x 5.1 x 3.4 cm Weight: Approx 9.5 ounces (269g) w/ batteries Temperature Range: 5º to 158ºF (-15º to 70ºC) PERFORMANCE Receiver: Acquisition Time: Update Rate: Position Accuracy: Velocity Accuracy: Dynamics: 12 parallel channel, differential-ready Approx. 15 seconds (warm start) Approx - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 57
are only transferrable from or to units that support waypoint symbols such as the GPS II plus, GPS 12, and GPS 12XL software version 3.01 or later. Part No. 010-10142-00. • PC Kit Interface Cable- PC interface cable with 9-pin 'D' serial data connector. Part No. 010-10141-00. (A combined Cigarette - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 58
you are entering already exists in the GPS 12XL's memory. Arrival at (or Approaching)____-You are one minute away from reaching a destination waypoint or at the distance specified on the alarms submenu. Battery Power is Low-Thebatteries are low and should be replaced. CDI Alarm-You are left or right - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 59
signal. Searching the Sky-The GPS 12XL is in searching the sky for almanac data or the unit is in AutoLocateTM mode. Stored Data was Lost-All waypoints, routes, time and almanac data has been lost due to battery failure or clearing the receiver's memory. Track Memory is Full-All track log points - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 60
The following list shows the map datums available for the GPS 12XL. Menu abbreviations are listed first, followed by the corresponding map datum name and area. The default map datum for the GPS 12XL is WGS 84. Adindan Afgooye AINELABD '70 Anna 1 Ast '65 ARC 1950 ARC 1960 Ascnsn Isld '58 Astro - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 61
'69 South Asia SE Base SW Base Timbalai 1948 Tokyo Tristan Ast '68 Viti Levu 1916 Wake-Eniwetok WGS 72 WGS 84 Zanderij APPENDIX D Map Datums Prov So Amricn '56- Bolivia, Chile,Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru, Venezuela Prov So Chilean '63- S. Chile Puerto Rico & Virgin Islands Qatar National- Qatar - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 62
B Battery Installation 4 Battery Level 14 Battery Life 4, 52 C Cancelling a GOTO . .10, 23 Cautions ii CDI 34, 45-46 CDI Alarm 46 Cigarette Lighter Adapter .53 City database 23, 40 City Setup 41 Clearing Routes 29 Clearing Track Log .11,24,40 Compass Page .7, 10, 31, 33 Configuring the Map - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 63
Speed (MXSPD)15 Main Menu Page . . . . .7, 41 Messages 42, 54 R Receiver Status 13 Reference Waypoints . . . .20 Renaming Waypoints . . . .22 Routes Clearing 29 Copying 29 Creating 28 Editing 30 Inverting 28 Navigating Routes . . . . .28 On-Route GOTO's . . . .30 Route Definition Page . .27 - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 64
Setup 39 Trip odometer 15 Trip Timer (TTIME) . . . . .15 Troubleshooting 49 Turn (TRN 32 Scanning 22 Waypoint List 18 Waypoint Pages . . . . . .18 Waypoint Symbols .21, 37 Z Zooming 36 U Units of Measure 45 User Grid 44 User Heading 45 Using the Keypad 5 V Velocity Made Good (VMG) 32 - Garmin GPS 12XL | Owner's Manual (Software Version 4.0 and above) - Page 65
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