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  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 1
    GPSMAP 172/172C chartplotting receiver owner's manual
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    Garmin. Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual Garmin®, GPSMAP®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, BlueChart®, and MapSource® are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin. January 2007 Part
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    systems available! The Garmin GPSMAP 172/172C models utilize the proven performance of Garmin GPS and full-featured mapping to create an unsurpassed marine navigation chartplotter. This manual covers instructions for the GPSMAP 172 and GPSMAP 172C (color). Unit operation and specifications
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    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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    use of authorized government charts. Official government charts and notices to mariners contain all information needed to navigate safely. • Use this unit information go to: www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/environment/disposal.jsp. MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers
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    unit or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY. To obtain warranty service, contact your local Garmin authorized dealer or call Garmin Product Support for shipping instructions and
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    the Garmin GPSMAP 172/172C is a powerful navigation device that can give you the information you need: Precision Performance • (172) 10 level grayscale FSTN display with backlighting • (172C) 256-color CSTN display with backlighting • 12-channel parallel receiver tracks and uses up to 12 satellites
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    your Garmin dealer immediately. Standard Package: • GPSMAP 172/172C Unit • GA 29 Remote External Antenna and 30' cable* • Internal Antenna** • Single-Knob Tilt & Swivel Bracket • Power/Data Cable • Owner's Manual • Quick Reference Card • Protective Cover * Not included with part numbers 010-00327-01
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    1 Selecting Options 2 Entering Data 3 Initializing the Receiver 4 Power On/Screen Backlighting 6 Simulator Mode 7 Main Pages 8 Map Page 8 Waypoints 10 Marking Options 52 Main Menu Page 53 GPS Tab 54 Tide Tab 58 Trip 60 Celes Tab 60 Track Tab 61 DSC Tab 63 Card Tabs 68 Temp Tab 69
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    help you quickly find some of the more important procedures you may use on your new GPSMAP 172/172C. TO DO THIS: SEE PAGE(S): Turn the unit on or off 6 Adjust screen backlighting 6 Enter data and select options 3 Learn how to operate the unit's function keys 1 Mark your present location
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    enter data. It also controls cursor movement on the Map Page. ENTER/MARK Key The ENTER/MARK key selects a highlighted menu option. When entering data, it Usage OUT PAGE IN QUIT ENTER MARK MENU Arrow Keypad NAV MOB FIND Power Key Always press and release a key to perform its primary function. Press
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    GPSMAP 172/172C Quick Reference Guide contains helpful tips on using the unit and performing various navigation tasks. How To Select Options and Enter Data You can select and activate options and enter data to customize the GPSMAP 172/172C Map Waypoint' page, you observe functions such as 'Show Map
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    be changed. The waypoint can be renamed. A depth can be entered. A water temperature can be entered. Option buttons can be activated. Getting Started Entering Data Pressing UP or DOWN on the ARROW KEYPAD changes numbers and letters. Pressing LEFT or RIGHT on the ARROW KEYPAD moves the cursor along
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    installed on your vessel according to the instructions in Appendix G. The antenna needs to be in a location with a clear and unobstructed view of the sky to receive satellite signals. To turn the GPSMAP 172/172C on: 1. Press and hold the POWER key until the power tone sounds and the display comes on
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    • Solid signal strength bars- the receiver has collected the necessary data and the satellite(s) are ready for use. Once the receiver has collected information from at least three satellites, the top of the screen displays either "Ready (2D or 3D)", and the GPSMAP 172/172C is ready for use. Getting
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    , to acknowledge the warning. The GPS Information Page appears as the receiver begins acquiring satellites. From this or any other page, you may also adjust the screen backlighting. The GPSMAP 172/172C's adjustable screen backlighting is controlled with the POWER key. The backlight can cycle through
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    place the GPSMAP 172/172C in simulator mode: 1. Press the MENU key twice for the Main Menu. Press Up or Down on the ARROW KEYPAD until the 'GPS' tab the rest of the simulated tour. Keep in mind that the GPSMAP 172/172C does not track satellites in simulator mode, and this mode should never be used
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    "GSD 20 Sounder Module with Garmin Chartplotters" (190-00241-03)) Map Page Map/Sonar Split Page PAGE Sonar Page Compass Page Highway Page QUIT Active Route Page Map Page The GPSMAP 172/172C's Map Page combines digital chartplotting with a user-selectable display of navigation data and a built
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    by the receiver, which should be the spot where you've initialized the unit.) This also gives you an opportunity to see how the GPSMAP 172/172C's keypad and ENTER key are used for data entry and changing the waypoint name and symbol. Getting Started Map Cursor Current position Map Scale Distance
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    useful symbols. There are two Diver Down waypoint symbols to select from: the International and U.S. versions. 10 To mark your present position: 1. Hold down the also be created graphically from the map display or by manually entering position coordinates. Each of these techniques is described in
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    GPS is all about marking positions as waypoints and navigating to them using the receiver's steering guidance and map displays. We've already seen how to use the ENTER/MARK key to store our present position, so it's time to move on to the fun part To change the GPSMAP 172/172C position in simulator
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    with the 'GPSMAP TOUR' route highlighted. 4. Press ENTER then highlight 'Activate' and press ENTER again. To zoom in to a closer map scale: 1. Repeatedly map scales. The Map Page should now display five waypoints chained together in a simple route, with your boat at the first route waypoint. A data
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    indicate that you should exercise extreme caution using the map data. Press the IN key to zoom into the 2 nm scale. Now that you've zoomed in a little closer to your route, you can pan ahead of your vessel with the cursor to review map items and create on-screen waypoints. Try moving the
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    Data Fields Current Destination Compass Page Compass Ring Pointer Arrow Now that we're navigating to an actual destination, let's move on to the GPSMAP 172/172C navigation pages by pressing the PAGE key three times. (When using the GPSMAP 172/172C in simulator mode, the optional GSD 20 Map GPS
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    the center of the highway or "keep it on the road". The default data fields at the top of the page indicate 'Speed' and 'Distance To Next Page) when your main concern is following a defined course. Whenever the GPSMAP 172/172C is in simulator mode, you can also adjust your speed and course from
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    let's change the 'TIME TO NEXT' field to 'TIME OF DAY'. To change a data field: 1. Press the MENU key to display the Highway Page options. 2. With 'Change pages provide map and navigation information. The tour's last page is the Main Menu page, which allows access to the GPSMAP 172/172C's waypoint,
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    operation of the Garmin GPSMAP 172/172C. Your new digital chartplotter is a powerful tool with many advanced features not covered in the Getting Started tour. For detailed instructions on using these features or performing a specific task, please refer to the Quick Reference Guide or the appropriate
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    Name Map Scale Map Page shown using optional MapSource data. 18 Map Page The GPSMAP 172/172C's Map Page provides a comprehensive display of electronic cartography, plotting and navigational data. When using the unit with the optional BlueChart data or MapSource software, the map display
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    in the data window, along with the cursor's position coordinates. Keep in mind that when the cursor is stationary, the distance and bearing from your present position changes as your boat moves. The cursor may also be used to 'snap' to on-screen waypoints and map items, allowing you to review
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    optional BlueChart or MapSource data. The GPSMAP 172/172C displays cartography as long as there is chart information available for the range you've selected. Map coverage conforms to the following conditions: • When the selected zoom range is covered by either the internal database, BlueChart, or
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    of various types of useful data. Each data field may be configured to display any one of several data options. The data window layout may also be changed to display additional data fields and change the actual size of the data displayed. The GPSMAP 172/172C's Map Page provides access to functions
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    tabs and the settings available under each tab: General Detail, Orientation, AutoZoom, Color Mode Source Basemap, Data Card Maps Waypoints Waypoints, Active Route Points Spot Soundings, Tide Stations, Services Navaids Symbol Set, Symbol, Size, Text Size, Light Sectors Nav Line Heading
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    you destination point. Color Mode - (172C) For Sun, For Dark (172) Water Mode, Land Mode Source Tab Basemap- On/Off: turns the built in base map on or off. Data Card Maps- On/Off: turns all optional BlueChart/MapSource data loaded on the data card on or off. The 'Data Card Maps' option box shows
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    data only shows up to certain zoom scales. Navaids Tab- Symbol Set- Auto, GARMIN, NOAA, International: controls the desired navaid symbol set. Auto - BlueChart maps the drawing light sectors on the map. Color units indicate the actual color of each sector using the color of the light. Off- No
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    - allows you to specify the type of data displayed in each data field used on the map display. This option is available from any of the main pages. See pages 25-26 for instructions on changing data field numbers. The following data options are available for data fields on the main pages: • BEARING
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    *If receiving proper sonar data from other device, such as a GSD 20 Sounder Module or NMEA device. NOTE: COMPASS, HIGHWAY, POSITION, SONAR, and WATER TEMP. LOG are only available on Large and Huge sized data fields. • Turn Declutter On/Off - toggles between showing spot soundings and map outlines
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    (TracBack), or Follow Route have been activated, the GPSMAP 172/172C's Compass Page guides you to your destination with digital readouts and a detailed instructions on changing the data fields and layout of the Compass Page, see pages 25-26. For detailed instructions on changing the data fields
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    layout of various types of useful data. Each data field may be configured to display several data options. The data window layout may also be changed to display additional data fields and change the actual size of the data displayed. The GPSMAP 172/172C's Highway Page features a menu options page
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    you to specify the type of data displayed in each data field used on the map display. For detailed instructions on changing the data fields and layout of the Highway page, see pages 25-26. Active Route Page Whenever you have activated a route in the GPSMAP 172/172C system, the Active Route page
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    KEYPAD. • Text Entry- allows you to enter a new waypoint's coordinates manually (from a chart, etc.). Marking Your Present Position The Garmin GPSMAP 172/172C's ENTER/MARK key lets you quickly capture your present position (or cursor or map item position) in order to create a new waypoint. You must
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    6. To manually enter a set of coordinates, highlight the coordinates and press ENTER, and shoot' at any map position or map feature to create a new waypoint. When you move the cursor over a map item, you see a highlighted description of that item. The GPSMAP 172/172C uses the map item text shown on
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    Waypoints may also be created by manually entering position coordinates through the Points , with the next available waypoint number and the receiver's last know position as the default name and accessing the 'New Waypoint' page or the 'New Map Waypoint' page. To create a new waypoint by projecting
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    press ENTER. 5. Make any other desired changes to the new waypoint data (name, symbol, etc.), then highlight 'OK' and press ENTER to New Waypoint and New Map Waypoint Pages: Append To Route and Move Waypoint. (these menu options also appear on the Waypoint Edit and Waypoint Review pages). • Append
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    feature, or on a MapSource or BlueChart feature, the Waypoint Edit page does NOT display the details of the other map features. From the Waypoint Review and Edit pages, you may change the name, symbol, comment, position coordinates, depth, or water temp for the selected waypoint. Once the changes
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    the ARROW KEYPAD to edit/enter the data. To drop to the next line, press to the right on the ARROW KEYPAD. Press ENTER when done. On the Waypoint Review and Waypoint Edit pages, you may also delete the selected waypoint, view the waypoint on the map, and move the waypoint on the
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    Main Menu-Points Tab Options Menu 36 Waypoint Lists The GPSMAP 172/172C's Main Menu Page features two waypoint submenu tabs, 'User list of all waypoints currently stored in memory. From the User list, you may review, edit, rename or delete individual waypoints, or delete all user waypoints. The
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    is advisable to backup important waypoints to a computer using an optional PC cable and interface software, save them to a data card, or write them down by hand. To delete an individual waypoint on the list and press ENTER again to review the waypoint. When done, highlight 'OK' and press ENTER. 37
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    'Waypoints' and press ENTER. 2. Use the ARROW KEYPAD to highlight the desired waypoint from the 'By Name' or 'Nearest' tab lists. The Waypoint Review page appears for the selected waypoint. 3. With 'OK' highlighted, press ENTER to confirm. The distance field is now highlighted. 4. Press ENTER to
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    To display the Waypoint Review page for the selected map display: an existing waypoint, an on-screen map item (roads, rivers, cities, navaids, etc.), or a new map point (non-map item). If you select a map item as the 'Go To' destination, the GPSMAP 172/172C automatically uses the name of the map
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    To activate an existing waypoint or map item as a 'Go To' from the map display: 1. Use the ARROW KEYPAD to highlight the waypoint or map item on the screen and retrace your path using the track log automatically stored in the receiver's memory, which eliminates the need to store waypoints along the
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    Color and press ENTER again. To display the track on the Map and Highway pages, highlight the check box to the left of 'Show on Map and Highway' and press ENTER. To view the track on the map, highlight 'Review on Map TracBack has been activated, the GPSMAP 172/172C takes the track log currently
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    best performance). • If the receiver is turned off or satellite coverage is lost during your pages 61. MOB Key The GPSMAP 172/172C's Man OverBoard function (MOB) lets a 'MOB' waypoint with an international MOB symbol is created and the unit is of the Navigation Pages to guide you back to the MOB
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    Garmin GPSMAP 172/172C system lets you create and store up to 50 reversible routes (numbered 1-50), with up to 50 waypoints each. Routes can be created and modified in two ways. The first way is to 'Edit on Map' from the Route Edit map to the Route Review page. Reference Creating Routes Main Menu-
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    page 37 for searching for waypoints by name.) 6. On the Point Review or Waypoint Review page, 'OK' is automatically highlighted. Choose 'Show Map' and press ENTER to view the point on the map, then press QUIT to return to the Waypoint/ Point Review page. With 'OK' highlighted, press ENTER to add the
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    activate it.) To deactivate (stop navigation) of a route: 1. Press the NAV key, highlight 'Stop Navigation' and press ENTER. Route List Page The GPSMAP 172/172C Route List page ('Route' tab of the Main Menu) displays all the routes currently stored in memory, along with a descriptive name for each
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    the ARROW KEYPAD to enter the desired name and press ENTER when finished. Once you are on the Route Review page, you may review the route points (waypoints or map items) one at a time from the list. To review individual route points: 1. Highlight the desired point and press ENTER. 2. On the Point
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    new waypoint. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to add additional waypoints or press QUIT to finish. Reference Editing Routes Highlight a route point and press ENTER to review it. Choose 'Next' to center the map on the next point in the route. You can step through the points by repeatedly pressing ENTER. 47
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    leg to an existing waypoint, map item, or an open spot on the map (shown) to create a new route point. 48 The GPSMAP 172/172C's route edit mode also allows list. To insert a point into the route: 1. From either the Route Review or Active Route pages, use the ARROW KEYPAD to highlight the point you
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    Review and press ENTER to display the Route Review page. 2. One of nine available enter planning information (from the Route Review Page only), press MENU and Press QUIT to return to the Route Review Page. F NOTE: Fuel flow rates on your vehicle (operator's manual, performance specifications, etc.)
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    in the GPSMAP 172/172C, the Active Route page shows each point (waypoint or map item) of Review pages share many of the same features and options. Active Route Page Options The following options are available by pressing MENU on the Active Route page: • Edit on Map - see pages 47 for instructions
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    , Businesses, Exits, Navaids, Restricted Areas, Wrecks, Obstructions, etc., are displayed depending on the optional BlueChart or MapSource data card inserted into the unit. If you pan around on the Map Page and press FIND, the unit centers its search from the point where the cursor is located. When
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    in a tabbed format. Depending on the type of item, additional options are available for viewing the item on the map, viewing notes on a MapSource or BlueChart map, viewing a tide chart, viewing a list of maps on your data card, and viewing the next item in the search results list. The Find option
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    tracks to a data card. • Map - sets up Map Page features, zooms, and text size. See pages 21. • Hiway - sets up Highway Page features. See pages 29. (continued) Reference Main Menu Tabs Submenu Tabs Main Menu Tabs Main Menu Page * See the "GSD 20 Sounder Module with Garmin Chartplotters" (190
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    bars- the receiver has found the satellite(s) and is collecting data. • Dark/Green signal strength bars- the receiver has collected the necessary data and the satellite(s) are ready for use. As soon as the GPSMAP 172/172C has collected the necessary data from the best satellites in view to
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    numbered 33 or higher when viewing the sky view on your GPSMAP 172/172C. Initial reception of the WAAS signal may take up to 15-20 minutes, then 1-2 minutes afterwards. When WAAS differential correction has been received for GPS satellites (numbers 32 or below), a 'D' appears in the signal bar of
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    For Satellites - the receiver is looking for any satellites. • AutoLocate - the receiver is looking for any satellite whose almanac has been collected. This process can take up to five minutes. • Acquiring Satellites - the receiver is looking for and collecting data from satellites visible at
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    graphically on the Map Page to initially help the receiver acquire more quickly. See page 4 for instructions on initialization. • Set 2D Elevation- allows you to manually enter the elevation when in 2D or Simulator mode only. Any elevation entered is automatically calculated when the GPS is in 3D
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    shaded area, with higher tides being taller (blue on 172C) and lower tides shorter (red on 172C). The solid, horizontal line (with the current tide box the left side indicate the maximum/minimum levels, respectively. The four data fields below the chart, indicate event times and levels at which the
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    results appear. 3. Highlight 'Nearest To Other' and press ENTER/MARK. 4. Select a position on the map and press ENTER/MARK. 5. A list is displayed showing up to nine of the nearest tide stations. the cursor to see tide heights at different times. Tide data shows in a black box when in cursor mode. 59
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    skyview location of the sun and moon. The moon phase displays the current visible portion of the moon as a light color. You may display this data for your current position, a position from the map, or a Find item location. Also, you may select a different date and time, or use the current
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    of your path), define how it is recorded, or save track log data for future use. The Track Tab also provides an indicator of the memory through the available memory (replacing the oldest track data with new data). • Color (172C) - lets you choose a color that is used to display the active track
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    in each saved log. On the 'Saved' tab, the following options are available by highlighting a track and pressing MENU: • Review On Map - displays the saved track log on a Track Map page. • Delete Track - deletes highlighted saved track log from memory. • Delete All - deletes all saved track logs from
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    VHF radio and Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies to transmit and receive location information. DSC is used by mariners to assist them in two major areas: Distress Calls and Position Reporting. An emergency DSC Distress Call allows a vessel in trouble to transmit a substantial amount of
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    service is limited to registering recreational vessels only. To receive contact: http://wireless.fcc.gov/marine/fctsht14.html. If your vessel review Garmin help you with DSC? To receive Distress Calls or Position Reports, you must have a DSC-equipped chartplotter as well as a VHF radio with DSC support
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    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. When the Garmin GPSMAP 172/172C is connected to a VHF with DSC support, the GPS unit displays a Call List, Log, and a Directory available to store incoming
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    Review DSC Log 66 DSC Call List The DSC Call List displays the current calls received. The GPS can manage up to 50 calls. When 'calls' are received to 'Delete' the displayed call. From the DSC Entry Review, you can 'Delete' the entry, 'Show on map', or 'Create Waypoint'.and create a name for the
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    'On' or 'Off'. This option is beneficial for users who have more than one GPS chartplotter. If you want only DSC to display on a particular chartplotter, turn DSC off on the remaining Garmin chartplotters that support DSC. Reference Main Menu: DSC Tab Adding a Directory Entry DSC Setup "Simulate
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    the selected items with those of your GPS. highlight 'Replace From Card' and press ENTER to overwrite all selected items on your GPS. 4. A 'Transfer Complete' message appears once the data has been transferred. Press ENTER. Map Tab- contains setup options for the Map Page. See page 21. Hiway Tab
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    filter, languages, system mode, simulator controls, restores factory settings, and displays software version. Main Menu-Temp Tab The following settings and options are available: mode. See page 11, starting with step 2, for additional instructions. Main Menu-System Tab (Normal Mode) 69
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    is in Simulator Mode. • System Information - displays the unit's software, basemap version, and electronic serial number. Press MENU for the following all settings to Garmin's original setup values for the entire unit. Units SubmenuTab- defines settings for Position Format, Map Datum, Heading,
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    • Map Datum - allows you to manually select GPSMAP 172/172C. When in doubt, seek assistance. If you are using a map or chart in conjunction with your GPS, make sure the settings under the 'Units' tab of the GPSMAP 172/172C match that of the map external references, such as a magnetic compass. 71
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    input/output format used when connecting your GPSMAP 172/172C to external NMEA devices, a DGPS beacon receiver, a personal computer, another Garmin GPSMAP 172/172C, etc. If a DGPS receiver is used, WAAS capability is automatically turned to 'Off'. The unit supports two input/output ports. See page
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    - used to connect the GPSMAP 172/172C with a Garmin DGPS beacon receiver. • Other DGPS - allows DGPS input using a standard RTCM format, without any output capabilities. • NMEA In/NMEA Out - supports the input/output of standard NMEA 0183 data, DSC, and sonar NMEA input support for the DPT, MTW and
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    SNR and Distance shows data when signal is received. You may also manually enter a frequency and bit rate. If 'Garmin DGPS' or 'RTCM In/NMEA Out' format is selected, additional fields are provided to control a Garmin differential beacon receiver directly from your GPSMAP 172/172C. You may have the
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    Out' and press ENTER. Advanced NMEA Output Setup The GPSMAP 172/172C NMEA data transmission can be customized to change the precision of the off the GPS status (GSA. GSV), Waypoint/Route (WPL, RTE), and the Garmin Proprietary sentences. See page 92 for more information on wiring and NMEA data. Lat/
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    GPSMAP 172/172C NMEA Sentence Output (NMEA version 3.01 compliant) Always transmitted: GPRMC, GPGGA, GPGLL, GPBWC, GPVTG, GPXTE, GPRMB, GPBOD Switchable sentences: GPGSA, GPGSV, GPWPL, GPRTE Garmin to sound when the GPS position accuracy falls outside
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    press ENTER to place a check mark in the box. *You must be receiving NMEA Sonar data or using a Garmin GSD 20 Sonar Module for the Sonar alarms to function. Fish Alarm will only function while using a Garmin GSD 20 Sonar Module. Reference Main Menu: Alarm Tab Main Menu-Alarm Tab (Nav Submenu) Main
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    Coastal Confluence Zone. From the perspective of a mariner, the system is used for ocean and coastal navigation from using LORAN to using GPS. The GPSMAP unit automatically converts GPS coordinates to LORAN TDs for used as if the unit was actually receiving LORAN signals. Using the LORAN TD Format
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    and secondary stations and adjust the TD coordinates accordingly. Remember that the GPS is not relying on the LORAN signal for navigation and actually converts Loran TDs, you may download Garmin's "Loran TD Position Format Handbook" from the Garmin web site. Appendix A Loran TD Setup Loran TD
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    Appendix B Time Offsets H A simple way to determine your local time offset is how many hours you are behind or ahead of UTC (also called 'Greenwich' or 'zulu' time). Example: EST (Eastern Standard Time) is 5 hours behind UTC, so your offset would be -5. Adding one hour for daylight savings would
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    The unit has lost satellite signals. Check antenna connections or try moving to a location with a clear view of the sky. Memory (RAM) Failed Unit Needs Repair- Internal problem with the unit. Contact your dealer or Garmin Customer Service (pg. iv) to have the unit serviced. Memory (ROM) Failed Unit
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    Unit Needs Repair- Internal problem with the unit. Contact your dealer or Garmin Customer Service (page. iv) to have the unit serviced. Track - Track log memory is full. No additional track log data can be stored without deleting old data to create memory space. Track Truncated- A complete uploaded
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 93
    Indian- Thailand, Vietnam Indonesia 74 Indonesia 1974-Indonesia Ireland 1965 Ireland 1965- Ireland ISTS 073 Astro ISTS 073 ASTRO '69- Diego Garcia Appendix D Map Datums F The 'User' datum is based on a WGS-84 Local datum and is an advanced feature for unlisted or custom datums. To learn
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 94
    Appendix D Map Datums Johnston Island Johnston Island Kandawala Kandawala- Sri Lanka Kerguelen Islnd Kerguelen Island Kertau 1948 West Malaysia, Singapore L. C. 5 Astro Cayman Brac Island Liberia 1964 Liberia
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 95
    Avg Speed- The average of all second-by-second speed readings since last reset. Bearing (BRG)- The compass direction from your present position to a destination waypoint. Course- The desired course between the active 'from' and 'to' waypoints. Distance (Dist)- The 'great circle' distance from
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 96
    NORTH TDREASCIRKED 'FROM' WAYPOINT SPEED OFF COURSE Appendix E Navigation Terms DESTINATION WAYPOINT NORTH BRG TRK DISTANCE TO DESTINATION Odometer- A running tally of distance travelled, based upon the distance between second-by-second position readings. Off Course- The distance you are off a
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 97
    submersion can cause damage to the unit. After submersion, be certain to remove the data card and dry the compartments before reuse. To resolve problems that cannot be remedied using this guide, contact Garmin Customer Support in the U.S.A. at 800-800-1020 or Garmin Europe at 44/0870.8501241 87
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 98
    the GPSMAP 172/172C with the built-in internal antenna, you may skip this section and proceed to the next page. For units purchased with the remote GA 29 antenna, follow the instructions below. To complete the installation, you'll need the appropriate fasteners and a 1" x 14-thread marine antenna
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 99
    case to allow connection of the antenna (external antenna only), power/data cables. • The mounting surface should be heavy enough to support the unit and protect it from excessive vibration and shock. • For GPSMAP 172/172C unit's with the built-in internal antenna, it should be mounted in a location
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 100
    Appendix G Unit Installation Installing the Unit on the Mounting Bracket 1. Align the slot on the back of the unit with the long mounting knob and slide in place. It may be necessary to adjust the long mounting knob to spread the bracket arms apart. (Turn counter-clockwise to widen the bracket arms
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 101
    Flush Mounting the GPSMAP 172/172C External Antenna Unit The GPSMAP 172/172C External Antenna only can be flush mounted on a flat panel. When flush mounting the GPSMAP 172/172C, be sure to choose an appropriately sized location for the unit. Check that all cables reach the unit mounting location
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 102
    (Info Only) 703-836-4229 FAX www.rtcm.org 92 Connecting the Power/Data The power/data cable connects the GPSMAP 172/172C to a DC system and provides interface capabilities for connecting external devices. The color code in the diagram below indicates the appropriate harness connections. Replacement
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 103
    Installing and Removing Data Cards The GPSMAP 172/172C uses optional Garmin marine BlueChart and MapSource data cards to display digital charts and maps on-screen. Data cards are installed in the card slot located at the bottom right of the unit. Data cards may be installed or removed at any time,
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 104
    76 Color Mode 23 Communications Tab 72-76 Compass Page 14, 27 Compass Page Options 27 Compass Ring 14, 27 Contrast 1, 6 Copying Routes 45 Course Line 24 Course Up 23 Creating Map Waypoints 13 Creating Routes 43, 44 Creating Waypoints 30-33 Cursor 9, 13, 18-20 Customer Service i D Data Cards 93 Data
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 105
    Alarm 77 Follow Routes 11, 44, 45 Follow Track 11, 40 Full Screen Map 21 G General Tab 23 Going to a Destination 11, 39, 40 Go To 39 Go To Point 11, 39 GPS Information Page 5, 6 GPS Status 5, 6 GPS Tab 5, 54-57 GPS Tab Options 57 Grids 70 H Heading 71 Heading Line 24 Highway Page 15
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 106
    TracBack 40 Routes, Trip Planning 49 Route List Page 45 Route Review Options 46 Route Review Page 46 S Saved Tracks 24, 62 Saving Tracks 61 Scale, Highway 28 Scale, Map 20 Selecting Options 2 Serial Number iv Serial Number, Electronic 70 Service iv Setup Tab 69 Set 2D Elevation 57 Set Up Highway 29
  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 107
    , 59 Time Format 72 Time Offsets 80 Time Zone 72 TracBack 40- 42, 62 Tracks, Deleting 62 Tracks, Erasing 61 Tracks, Reviewing 62 Tracks, Saved 62 Tracks, Saving 61 Track Color 61 Track Interval 61 Track Logs 24, 40, 41, 61 Track Record Mode 61 Track Tab 24, 40, 41, 61, 62
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  • Garmin GPSMAP 172C | Owner's Manual - Page 110
    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. © 2004-2007 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Liberty
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