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  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 1
    GPSMAP® 3206/3210 Owner's Manual GPSMAP 3206 shown
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    . Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded or Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of this and other Garmin products. Garmin®, GPSMAP
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    Using Sonar section provides instructions on using a Garmin GSD 20, GSD 21 (Serial), or a GSD 22 (Ethernet) sounder with your GPSMAP 3206/3210. The XM WX Weather section provides instructions on using a GDL 30/ GDL 30A Marine Weather Satellite Receiver with your GPSMAP 3206/3210. The Radar section
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    i Installing Your GPSMAP 3206/3210 i About This Manual i Manual Conventions i Product Registration v Contact Garmin...v Software License Agreement v Warnings...vi Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Using the GPSMAP 3206/3210 Keypad 2 Using the Optional Marine Remote Control 3 Using Soft
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    the Sonar Display 77 Sonar Page...78 Configuring the Sonar Page 79 Using the Sonar Adjustment Menu 80 Using the Pointer on the Sonar Page 82 Marking an Underwater Waypoint 82 Sonar Tab...82 General Sub Tab...83 Graph Sub Tab...84 Water Temp Sub Tab 85 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual iii
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    the Radar Display 90 Radar Page...91 Configuring the Radar Page 91 Using the Radar Adjustment Menu 92 Map Page Radar Overlay 97 Radar Tab...97 General Sub Tab...98 Display Sub Tab...98 MARPA Sub Tab...99 Advanced Sub Tab 100 Appendix 101 Specifications 101 Installing and Removing Data Cards
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    registration today! Connect to our Web site at my.garmin.com. Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. Contact Garmin Contact Garmin if you have any questions while using your GPSMAP 3206/3210. In the USA contact Garmin Product Support by phone: (913) 397-8200 or (800) 800
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    Use the electronic chart in the GPSMAP 3206/3210 only to facilitate, not to replace, the use of authorized government charts. Official government charts and notices to mariners contain all information needed to navigate safely. Use terrain and obstacle data .org. vi GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    Getting Started Unit Overview Serial number tag Getting Started Data card slots Data card slot 1 Data card slot 2 Getting Started > Unit Overview Interface keys Connection ports > GPSMAP 3210 Shown > > > Soft keys 0!'% 15)4 %.4%2 -!2+ !$* -%.5 .!6 -/" $!4! #.&' . &).$ !"# $%& 
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    Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 3206/3210 Keypad Using the GPSMAP 3206/3210 Keypad POWER/BACKLIGHT Key Press up, down, right, or left to move through lists, highlight fields, enter data, or move the map pointer. ADJ/MENU Key • Press and release to view services. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    Getting Started Using the Optional Marine Remote Control Use the keypad on the optional Marine Remote Control to operate your GPSMAP 3206/3210 from a distance. Contact your Garmin dealer or Garmin Product Support to purchase the Marine Remote Control. To operate the remote control, point the IR (
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    the most commonly used options for the selected page, window, or tab. To $!4! for connected devices and several of the GPSMAP 3206/3210 functions. As #.&' . select a so0!f't%key, press the key directly below it. additio&)n.$al devices are added to the unit or the Garmin Marine Network, an
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    sure the unit and GPS 17 antenna are correctly installed on your vessel according to the instructions in the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS 17 Installation Instructions. The first time you turn on the GPSMAP 3206/3210 and GPS 17 antenna, the receiver must collect satellite data and establish its current
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    looking for the satellites indicated. • Hollow signal strength bars-the receiver has found the indicated satellite(s) and is collecting data. • Solid green signal strength bars-the receiver has collected the necessary data and the satellite(s) are ready for use.  GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    Navigation" or "Ready for Navigation with WAAS." The GPSMAP 3206/3210 is now ready for use. Press QUIT to return to the Map Page. GPS Setup The Setup sub tab provides access to functions and features relating to initializing the GPS receiver. To access the GPS Setup sub tab: 1. Press and hold ADJ
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    indoors and satellite signals are not available. When the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is in Simulator Mode, the GPS receiver is turned off. The unit cannot be used for actual navigation. Note: Do not try to navigate " appears in the status bar at the top of each page.  GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    . Understanding the Features The advanced keypad system on the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is designed to allow you to select options and enter data quickly and conveniently. As you progress through this owner's manual, you are directed to press a specific key or highlight a field on the screen. When you are
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    1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the data field, and press ENTER to edit it. 2. Press up or down on the ROCKER to select characters. Press and release the ROCKER to move character by character through the list; press and hold the ROCKER to move rapidly through the list. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    move to the next programmable field. Not all data fields are programmable. When moving about a page with these fields, the highlight skips them. Using Additional Map Data The GPSMAP 3206/3210 comes preloaded with the latest Marine Detail Charts of the United States coastline (including Alaska and
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    the Chart tab. A chart summary appears below the tab. 3. Highlight the Notes soft key, and press ENTER. Notes for the chart appear. 4. Highlight the notes field, and press ENTER 5. Use the ROCKER to scroll the text up or down. 6. Press QUIT to exit. 12 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    items such waypoints, anchorages, cities, marine services, navaids, restricted areas, wrecks, celestial information, tides, and currents. If you pan around on the map window and press FIND, the unit centers its search from the map pointer location. When using BlueChart data, your location or the map
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    The GPSMAP 3206/3210 captures its current location and creates a default name and symbol for the new waypoint. 2. To accept the waypoint with the default name and symbol, press ENTER. To change any of the available waypoint information, see page cf. Review Waypoint Page Creating Waypoints Using the
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    a waypoint at a specific latitude/longitude position from a chart or other source. Caution: When entering a waypoint manually, be sure that the MFD is set to the same position format and map datum as the paper chart or coordinates' source. Entering coordinates into the GPSMAP 3206/3210 while it is
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    soft key. The Review Waypoint Page appears with the next available waypoint number and the receiver's last known location as the default name and location. 4. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Position field, and press ENTER. 5. Enter position coordinates using the ROCKER or data entry keys, and
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    , Position, Depth, or Water temp: 1. Highlight the Comment, Position, Depth, or Water temp field, and press ENTER. 2. Use the ROCKER to enter new data, and press ENTER. Review Waypoint Page 2. Press FCTN to return to the left side of the Review Waypoint Page. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 17
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    provides a continuously updated proximity waypoint alarm that can be used to define an Use the ROCKER to highlight the Points tab, and highlight either the User or Proximity sub tab. Sub tabs 4. Press FCTN to return to the left side of the Review Waypoint Page. 18 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    . Save important waypoints to a data card, or write them down. Basic Operation > Reviewing and Editing Waypoints To delete a single waypoint from the User sub tab: 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the waypoint OK, and press ENTER to delete all user waypoints. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 19
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    appears. 2. Highlight a category, and press ENTER. 3. Use the ROCKER to highlight a waypoint or map item from the list, and press ENTER. The Review Page appears for the selected waypoint or map item within a , press the Cancel soft key, or press QUIT to cancel. 20 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    Navigating to a Destination GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual Basic Operation > Navigating to a waypoint, and press ENTER to open the Review Waypoint Page for the selected waypoint. 5. Press item as the Go To destination, the GPSMAP 3206/3210 automatically uses the name of the map item, but
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    a Destination TracBack allows you to retrace your path using the track log stored in the receiver's memory, which eliminates the need to store waypoints . Follow Track uses stored or "saved" tracks; TracBack uses your current or "active" track. Clear soft key 22 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    hold ADJ/MENU to open the Main Menu. 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Tracks tab, and then and press ENTER again. 6. To specify the color used to show the saved track line on the map and Destination Default track name Total number of points To review and edit a track: 1. On the Saved sub
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    NAV, highlight Invert Route, and press ENTER. To start a TracBack using the NAV key: 1. Press NAV to open the Navigation menu. receiver then assigns the 300 waypoints to the most significant points of your track, and simplifies segments with fewer changes in direction. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    symbol is created, and the unit is on an active navigation to that point. Use any of the navigation pages to guide you back to the MOB point. The MOB waypoint is stored in the waypoint MOB location: 1. Press NAV/MOB. 2. Highlight Stop Navigation, and press ENTER. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 25
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    using the Route list: 1. Press and hold ADJ/MENU to open the Main Menu. 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Routes tab. 3. Press the New Route soft key to open the Route map window. 4. Press the Use List soft key to open the Route list. 5. Use ENTER. The Review Waypoint Page appears Use the ROCKER
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    reactivates the current route data; and it selects Using Routes Creating a Quick NAV Route Use soft key. 3. Use the map pointer to select a waypoint route, the data window at QUICK NAV route. Copying a Route Use the Copy soft key on the Route highlight the Routes tab. 2. Use the ROCKER to select the route
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    . To review individual route points on the map: 1. On the Routes tab, highlight the route you want to edit, and press ENTER. The map window opens showing the selected route. 2. Highlight a point on the route, and press ENTER to open the Review Waypoint Page. 28 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    Route leg to change Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes Basic Operation Review Waypoint Page 3. Press the Rmv From Rt soft key to remove the point from the of the selected route leg changes to magenta and the word "ADD" appears below the map pointer. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 29
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    Press ENTER to add the point to the route. Basic Operation 4. Use the ROCKER to drag the map pointer to the location where you want press ENTER. The map window opens showing the selected route. 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight a point to review (waypoint or map item). 3. Press the Move soft key to
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    speed, departure time, fuel flow, and departure date so your GPSMAP 3206/3210 can estimate information about your trip. To plan your trip ( manual, performance specifications) and note the units of measure (gallons, liters, and so on). Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes To change the data
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    order. If you have a GSD 20, GSD 21, or GSD 22 with transducer networked with your GPSMAP 3206/3210, a Sonar Page is inserted into the page sequence. If you have a GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41, or GMR 404/406 marine radar networked, the Radar Page is inserted into the page sequence. When the unit is turned
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    pages. As you add optional hardware to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 or Garmin Marine Network, additional function choices might appear automatically. You can also display other functions, such as a compass, temperature log (if inputting Garmin or NMEA sonar data), or a second map (Map Page only). Digital
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    3. Press up or down on the ROCKER to highlight the type of data you want to show, and press ENTER. 4. Press QUIT to exit. To restore the factory default configuration: 1. Press and hold DATA/CNFG to open the Configuration window. 2. Press the Defaults soft key. 34 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    window. As you add optional hardware to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 or Garmin Marine Network, adjustment menu choices may appear automatically. For specific instructions on adjustments and features for the highlighted function window, refer to the specific section (or manual) for that main page. To show
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    chart features. When using your GPSMAP 3206/3210 with the optional preprogrammed BlueChart g2 data cards, you can view detailed roads and photographs. See the BlueChart g2 User's Guide for additional information about BlueChart g2 data Full-Screen Mode Map range 36 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    name Boat icon Map range Using the Map Pointer Controlled by the ROCKER, the map pointer is an important tool that can be used to pan to other map locations, mark and edit waypoints and routes, and review location data of on-screen map items and waypoints. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 37
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    navaids, marinas, boat ramps, roads, and more. The GPSMAP 3206/3210 accepts preprogrammed data cards and are compatible with the latest BlueChart® g2 series marine cartography. The unit shows cartography as long as there is chart information available for the selected range. Map coverage conforms to
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    Garmin Marine Network, additional adjustment menu choices may appear automatically You can customize the Map Page to show other functions and different sizes or types of Digital Data fields. Measuring Distance Use map to show detail and one map to hide detail. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 39
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    use the various settings. Changes made from the Map Setup option affect all maps. To change a Setup feature: 1. Press the Map Setup soft key. The Main Menu appears with the Map tab highlighted. Spot soundings (BlueChart data a different setting, and press ENTER. 40 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    up the Map Split Page to show the Map Page and Sonar Page; if you have Garmin radar connected, you can view both the Map Page and the Radar Page. Main Pages > Map Split Page and Compass Page Compass Page The GPSMAP 3206/3210 features two different navigation pages: Compass and Highway. When ever
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    compass to work, the GPS must be moving. When Ring. Along the right side of the screen are the default data fields; the top field is speed. Also shown are the head toward your destination, the middle of the screen guides you to your waypoint on a highway. Your present GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    Setup. As you add optional hardware to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 or Garmin Marine Network, adjustment menu choices may appear automatically. You can also customize the Highway Page to show other functions and different sizes or types of Digital Data fields. • Active Route Details (Route Details)-shows
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    or PAL (Phase Alternate Line) composite video source to the GPSMAP 3206/3210 (see the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS 17 Installation Instructions for more information). You can input up to two different the video input. For best results, set to the specific Standard. 44 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 or Garmin Marine Network, additional Main Menu tabs or sub tabs may appear automatically. For specific instructions on additional adjustments and features, refer to the specific section (or manual) for that hardware device. Main Menu > GPS Tab GPS Tab The GPS tab provides
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    Tab Tide Tab Use the Tide tab left side indicate the maximum and minimum levels. The four data fields below the chart indicate event times and levels at which the tide changes chart shows the amount of time (in hours and minutes) until the next low tide and high tide. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    To change the date of the tide chart: 1. Using the ROCKER, highlight the On field, and press ENTER. 2. Enter a date, and press ENTER. The tide chart is updated to show tide information for the selected date press ENTER to open the Find Near Current Position Page. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 47
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    the shaded area is red (Ebb Current) when the current is heading away from shore. The bottom chart is the direction chart, which shows the direction of the current at any given point during the day (based on the highlighted station are shown at the bottom of the list. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    . Main Menu > Celestial Tab Celestial Tab The Celestial tab shows celestial data for sun and moon rise and set, moon phase, and the approximate . Also, you can select a different date and time, or use the current date and time. The timetables shown are based on GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 49
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    Page appears. Trip Tab The Trip tab shows data for Trip Odometer, Moving Average speed, Total Average or date: 1. On the Celestial tab, use the ROCKER to highlight the Days or Hours button the following soft keys: • Clear Trip-clears all trip data. • Clear Max Spd-resets the value in the Maximum
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    on page 86 for more information. Note: You must have a GDL30/GDL 30A Marine Weather/Audio Satellite Receiver installed and connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210, and a subscription to XM WX Satellite Weather to use the XM Weather features. Main Menu > Weather Tab and Points Tab Points Tab The
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    Main Menu > Routes Tab Proximity Sub Tab Use the Proximity sub tab on the Points tab to define an alarm The Routes tab contains a list of available routes. See "Creating and Using Routes" beginning on page 25 for more information about creating routes. Main Menu 52 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    the true course before recording a track point. • Value-defines the distance or time used to record the track log. The following soft keys are available: • Save-saves the current active track log. • Clear-clears the active track log currently stored in memory. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 53
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    information received from another user's DSC-capable VHF/GPS combination. Basic wiring is required for the Garmin unit and VHF radio to send and receive NMEA data from each other. See the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS 17 Installation Instructions for more information. 54 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    alarms are set off, and the call is specific to the receiver. Position reports are not broadcasted to all DSC users Review Waypoint Page, press the Delete soft key to delete the entry, or press the Create Wpt soft key to create a waypoint. Review DSC Waypoint GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    the corresponding MMSI number. Another way to enter a name is from the Entry Review Page or the DSC Distress Call or DSC Position Report pages. The Name field is only available in the GPS. Names cannot be sent like the MMSI numbers to other DSC users. Main Menu 56 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    a data card, it can be exchanged with other compatible units, or transferred to Garmin's MapSource software program on your PC. Main Menu > Card Tab 4. If transferring data from the card to the GPSMAP 3206/3210, press the Merge From Card soft key to combine the selected items with existing GPS data
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    occurred is shown at the bottom of the tab. Alarms Tab Use the Alarms tab to define alarm settings. The Alarms tab is divided into three sub tabs: System, Nav, and Sonar. If you have a GDL 30/30A Marine Weather Satellite Receiver connected, the Weather sub tab is visible. Alarm messages appear in
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    deep. You must be receiving sonar data for this function to work. • Water Temperature-sets an alarm to sound when the transducer reports a temperature either must be receiving NMEA sonar data or using a GSD 20, GSD 21, or GSD 22 for the sonar alarms to function. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 59
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    tab consists of five sub tabs: General, Units, Time, Comm, and Update. Main Menu **You must have a GDL 30/30A Satellite Weather Receiver connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 for weather alarms to function. General Sub Tab Use the General sub tab to control system settings for system mode, speed
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    on the Units sub tab match that of the map or chart. This information should be shown somewhere on the map or chart. If not, contact the map or chart maker to determine what position format, datum, heading, and units of measure are used for the map or chart. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 61
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    errors. When in doubt, use the default WGS 84 datum for best overall performance. • Temperature-set the units of measure for temperature in Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C). You must be receiving NMEA Sonar temperature data or using a Garmin Sonar variation you enter. • GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    used when connecting your GPSMAP 3206/3210 to external NMEA devices or a personal computer. The unit supports two input/output ports. Note: See the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS17 Installation Instructions for more information on wiring and NMEA information. Main Menu GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    you are going to use the GPSMAP 3206/3210 with a NMEA device (such as a radio or autopilot), the unit needs to be set to input/output NMEA data. See the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS 17 Installation Instructions for information on wiring and NMEA data. To activate the NMEA data: 1. Highlight the Port 1 or
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    output. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual • Update-updates software on your unit. • Prepare Card-updates software for devices on the Garmin Marine Network. When selected, information about your network installation is collected and saved to a data card. Use the data card with Marine Updater on your
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    GPSMAP 3206/3210 and the Garmin Marine Network, and the status of each. You can assign a name or identifier to each device on your network. Pages Tab Use Use the ROCKER or data entry keys to enter a name for the device. 3. Press ENTER when finished. NOTE: The GPSMAP 3206/3210 connects to a GPSMAP
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    the default setting. Main Menu > Map Tab Map Tab Use the Map tab to change map settings, including map detail, map orientation, and automatic zoom. Changes made to the Map tab sub tabs affect all maps. Main Menu GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual To change a Map Setup feature: 1. On a Map function
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    . • International-all maps are drawn using a symbol set similar to the IALA symbol set. • Light Sectors-controls the drawing line sectors on the map. Select Off, Auto, or On. • Spot Soundings-turns on the depth spot sounding data. Select On, Warn Depth, or Off. 68 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    ft to
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    Tab Use the Nav You must set your chartplotter communication to NMEA In/NMEA Out with a baud rate of 38,400 to receive AIS information. Main the approximate accuracy of the GPS position based on EPE (Estimated Position Error) and map data quality. Your actual location GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    the Notes field, press ENTER, and use the ROCKER to scroll up, down, left, and right. 7. Press QUIT to exit. Main Menu • Basemap-turns the built-in basemap on or off. • Card Maps-turns all optional BlueChart g2 or MapSource data loaded on the data card on or off. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 71
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    selected on the System tab. See the "Using Radar" section on page 89 for more information. Temp (Temperature) Tab The Temp tab displays the water temperature log (if equipped with a temperature sensing transducer or receiving NMEA Sonar temperature data). The chart reads from right to left, so that
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    . Use the ROCKER and the ENTER key to select or clear options. Main Menu • Active Route Waypoints-show all active route waypoints. • User Waypoints-show only nearby waypoints. • Track Log-show current active track log. • Saved Tracks-show any saved track logs. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 73
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    a GDL30/30A connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210. NOTE: You must have a GDL30A connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 and your stereo receiver and a subscription to XM Radio to use the XM Radio feature. For more information, see the GDL 30/30A Owner's Manual. Audio Sub Tab Use the Audio sub tab to view
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    Using Favorites You can create a customized list of your favorite XM Radio channels. off the audio output, or highlight On to resume audio output, and press ENTER. Information Sub Tab Use the Information sub tab to view the radio identification number for weather and audio, XM WX Weather
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    sounder module installed and connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 to use the sonar features. The following section provides a general overview of sonar and the things you need to know to help you use the sonar functionality of your GPSMAP 3306/3210. Understanding Sonar The transducer mounted on your
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    Sonar Display One of the first things to understand about sonar is that the transducer sonar GPSMAP 3206/3210 is unable to track the bottom for any reason, the digits in the depth window flashes on and off to alert you that the unit is not tracking the bottom. Using Sonar > Understanding Sonar sonar
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    Using Sonar > Sonar Page Sonar Page The Sonar Page is where your GPSMAP 3206/3210 becomes a powerful fishfinder/flasher. If a GSD 20, GSD 21, or GSD 22 sounder module is not attached, the Sonar Page appears only when the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is in Simulator Mode or if the Sonar check box is selected on
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    Sonar Page: 1. Open the Sonar Page, and then press and hold the DATA/CNFG key to open the Configuration window. Using Sonar > Sonar Page Using the Flasher If you prefer the appearance of flasher sonars bottom (such as sand or rock) creates a signal that is wider. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 79
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    all the way at the bottom of the range and reads Off. • Frequency-only appears when using a dual frequency transducer. This allows you to choose a sonar operation frequency. You can choose 200 kHz, 50 kHz, or Dual frequency (to alternate between the two frequencies). GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    opens the Sonar tab. To adjust the range: On the Sonar page, press the up RANGE key to decrease the range, or press the down RANGE key to increase the range. The unit can be set to automatically track the bottom (Auto) or set to a userspecified depth range. Sonar GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 81
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    20, GSD 21 or GSD 22 is connected to the GPSMAP 3206/3210, and either the Auto-Detect Services or Sonar check box is selected on the System tab, the Sonar tab appears on the Main Menu. Use the Sonar tab to set up the Sonar Page. The Sonar tab has three sub tabs: General, Graph, and Water Temp
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    speed is not available, use either your boat's speedometer reading (not always accurate) or a stopwatch to determine your speed over a certain distance (distance / time = speed). It is recommended that you calibrate in water having little or no current. Sonar GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 83
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    speed is used instead. If the new speed is correct, highlight OK, and press ENTER. If you want to manually enter a GPSMAP 3206/3210 identifies some returns for you by replacing them with fish symbols (in large, medium, and small sizes based on the size of the sonar return). If you are using
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    temperature log (if your boat is equipped with a temperature transducer/sensor). The graph reads from right to left, so intervals in the temperature scale and the duration of time. Using Sonar > Sonar Tab The following settings are available: • Log and Graph Sonar GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 85
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    have a GDL30 Marine Weather Satellite Receiver installed and connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210, and a subscription to XM WX Weather to use the XM WX Weather features. When a GDL30 Marine Weather Satellite Receiver is connected to the GPSMAP 3206/3210, and either the Auto-Dectect Services or Weather
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    weather preset appears. To change the name of the preset: 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the name of the preset, and press ENTER change the name, and press ENTER when finished. The preset name is updated in the lower-left corner of the map window. To customize the GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 87
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    view marine bulletins nearest your current location. Forecast Map Sub Tab The Forecast Map sub tab shows fronts, high and low pressure centers, and city conditions. Setup Sub Tab Use the Setup sub tab to customize preset weather displays and view legends for all weather conditions. GPSMAP 3206/3210
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    GPSMAP 3206/3210. Read the installation instructions included with your Garmin marine radar to install and configure your GMR 20/40 GMR 21/41, or GMR 404/406. NOTE: You must have a GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41, or GMR 404/406 marine radar installed and connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 to use the radar
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    data down the right side, a Heading Line, and Range Rings. Soft keys that allow quick access to radar functions and setting changes appear along the bottom of the page. Heading line Using Range Rings Use position along the path of your current heading. Radar 90 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    GPSMAP 3206/3210 software. A software update card is provided with the radar. When the new radar is detected, the Radar Page is added to the page sequence. If the Radar Page is not available, press and hold ADJ/MENU to open the Main Menu. Highlight the System tab, and select Radar from the Services
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    unwanted screen clutter caused by rain at close ranges (use the slider to select 1-100%). FTC (Fast Time Constant) FTC controls unwanted screen clutter caused by rain at a distance. The Fast Time Constant has four settings: Off, Low, Medium, and High. Radar 92 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    (Off, Short, Medium, or Long). Radar Zoom view Selection box Target Expansion • Use Target Expansion to increase the size of a target. Select On or Off. NOTE: The Target Expansion setting has no effect at range scales of 4 nm or greater. Trails On Trails Off GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 93
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    Using Radar > Radar Show (Hide) and Adjust. Radar Guard Zone To Define a Guard Zone: 1. Highlight Show Adjust, and press ENTER. 3. Using the ROCKER, define the area on the Radar Page. 4. Press ENTER to start VRM/EBL 1 or VRM/EBL 2: On the Radar Adjustment menu, highlight Show VRM/EBL 1 or VRM/
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    1. Use the ROCKER to move the pointer to the target location. 2. Press the Acquire Target soft key. While a target is being designated, a red box appears around the target. When MARPA begins tracking the target, the box is replaced with the appropriate symbol. Radar GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    the motor speed of the GMR 404/406 radar. Selecting Set Motor to High Speed to increases the speed at which the radar rotates, thus increasing the speed at which the screen updates. Note: This option is available only if you are using a GMR 404/406 radar. Radar 96 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    . To overlay radar data on the Map Page: On the Map Page, press the Show Radar soft key. Using Radar > Map Page Radar Overlay and Radar Tab Radar Tab When a GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41, or GMR 404/406 marine radar is connected to the GPSMAP 3206/3210, and either the Auto-Detect Services or Radar check box
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    location on the screen according to the current speed. • Rings-toggles the radar rings on or off. • Background-sets the background color for the Radar Page. Available options are Black, Blue, or White. • Heading Line-toggles the heading line on or off. Radar 98 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    Own Vessel Safe Zone, Tine To Safe Zone, Safe Ring Zone, and Velocity Reference. Using Radar > Radar Tab The available MARPA sub tab options are: • Vector Lenth­-predicts the target's approximate to your own. Absolute shows the target's actual speed. Radar GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 99
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    the Advanced sub tab to set AFC mode, front of boat offset and antenna size. NOTE: The Antenna Size field is avaliable only if you are using a GMR 404/406 marine radar. 4. Press up or down on the ROCKER to adjust the scanner frequency. 5. Press ENTER to accept the frequency change. Note: The Signal
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 109
    (16.3 cm) GPSMAP 3210: 10.4" diagonal (26.4 cm) High resolution, 256-color TFT (640 x 480 pixels), full VGA, with adjustable backlighting Case: Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy, waterproof to IEC 60529-IPX-7 Temp. Range: 5°F to 122°F (-15°C to 50°C) GPS Performance (with GPS 17) Receiver
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    Appendix > Installing and Removing Data Cards Installing and Removing Data Cards The GPSMAP 3206/3210 uses optional preprogrammed Garmin BlueChart® g2™ and MapSource® data cards. Insert data cards in the card slot located on the left side of the unit. Data cards can be installed or removed at any
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 111
    your GPSMAP 3206/3210 in regions that are not supported by ground stations may not improve accuracy, even when receiving signals from an SBAS satellite. In fact, it can degrade the accuracy to less than that provided by GPS satellites alone. For this reason, when you enable WAAS on your Garmin GPS
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 112
    Basic wiring is required for the Garmin unit and VHF radio to send and receive NMEA data from each other. See the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS 17 Installation Instructions. What is DSC? DSC uses marine VHF radio and GPS technologies to transmit and receive location information. DSC is used by mariners to
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    Call, a mariner presses the MayDay button on the VHF radio. The call transmits on an emergency channel with the MMSI number attached to the call (if you have DSC support). Any DSC-equipped mariner (on sea or land) within range can receive the call. Appendix GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual 105
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    feature eases the transition from using LORAN to using GPS. The GPSMAP unit automatically converts GPS coordinates to LORAN TD for be used as if the unit was actually receiving LORAN signals. Using the LORAN TD Format When creating new waypoints using LORAN again. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    units memory without the need for external power. It is always a good practice to back up important user data by manually recording it, loading it to a computer (transferring it to MapSource), or storing it on a data card. Water Immersion The GPSMAP 3206/3210 is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 116
    the depth below the transducer. This field is active only if the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is connected to a Garmin Sounder Module or current location to the indicated route waypoint. GPS Accuracy-estimated accuracy of the GPS position. Leg Dist-the distance between two route GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
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    to steer to reduce course error or stay on course. Provides received by unit. Water Speed-the speed through the water. This field is active only if the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is receiving speed readings from a NMEA device or a Garmin GPSMAP 3206/3210 is receiving temp readings from a NMEA device or a Garmin
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 118
    for the GPSMAP 3206/3210. Can't Send Waypoint-the unit cannot transmit the waypoint using the NMEA WPL sentence. Check the wiring. Can't Unlock Maps-the data on data card is not unlocked for the unit. Contact your dealer or Garmin Product Support. Can't Write User Card-error reading card; remove
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    not use this mode for normal navigation! Sonar Failed, Unit Needs Repair-there is an internal problem with the unit. Contact your dealer or Garmin Product Support to have the unit serviced. Sonar Service Incompatible-the external sonar device you are connected to needs a software update. Appendix
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 120
    Sounder Module and Transducers-provides sonar capabilities to the GPSMAP 3206/3210. GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41, and GMR 404/406 Marine Radar-adds important radar information to the GPSMAP 3206/3210. Marine Network Cables-connect your Garmin Marine Network devices. MapSource Software CD-ROMs-enhances
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 121
    then be sent, freight charges prepaid, to any Garmin warranty service station. A copy of the original sales receipt is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual Appendix > Limited Warranty Garmin International, Inc. 1200 E 151st Street Olathe, Kansas
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 122
    and the receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the GPS unit. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be made by an authorized Garmin service center
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    and Garmin, their data suppliers, service providers, marketing/distribution, software or Internet partners or hardware manufacturers be liable to you or to any third party for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary or punitive damages or lost profits resulting from use
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 124
    for the GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41, and GMR 404/406 marine radar. Austria I Luxembourg I Belgium G The Netherlands I Czech Republic I Poland may require licensing in your country of use. Refer to the national radio or telecommunications office or ministry. 116 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 125
    77 arrival alarm 59 atmosphere 86 auto-detect services 61, 86, 97 auto color gain 83 auto gain 83 AutoLocate 5, 7 automatic backlight 61 Automatic Identification System. See AIS automatic scroll speed limit 83 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual B backlight 5, 61 basic operation 9-31 battery alarm 59
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 126
    45-75 manage user card 57 manual conventions i manually adjust the radar 100 map cursor 37 map data 11 map datums 62 118 map outlines 68 Map Page 36-39 map pointer 11 map ranges 38 MapSource 57, 102 Map tab 67-71 marine bulletins 88 marine remote control 3 Maritime Mobile Service Identity. See MMSI
  • Garmin GPSMAP 3210 | Owner's Manual - Page 127
    specifications 101 speed filter 60 speed units 62 spinning up 90 split screen 78 spot soundings 39 standard, video 44 status bar 4, 6, 89 storage 107 storms 86 strongest sonar XMIT Time 98 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner's Manual time duration 85 99 weakest returns 77 weather data warranty 115 Weather tab 88
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    For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. © 2007 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Liberty House,
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