Garmin GPSMAP 235 Sounder Manual de usuario

GPSMAP 235SounderTMOWNER’S MANUALAND REFERENCE19000138.10A.QXD 11/11/99 8:46 AM Page 1

viiiINTRODUCTIONKeypad UsageThe GPSMAP 235 Sounder’s advanced keypad system is designed to allow for fast, con-venient selection of navigation options

90Sounder InstallationThe GPSMAP 235 Sounder must be properly installed according to the follow-ing instructions to get the best possible performance.

91Mounting the Sounder The unit’s waterproof case is suitable for mounting in exposed locations or at thenav station. The unit comes with a gimbal bra

92To flush mount the sounder:1. Remove the four M5 screws from the back of the unit and remove the mounting bracket.2. Using the mounting template pr

93SECTIONAAPPENDIXInstallationFigure 1-For thick mounting sur-faces, insert the M5 screws directlythrough the four drilled holes.Figure 2-Forthin pane

Garmin offers a variety of transducers for use withyour Sounder. Detailed installation instructions forthe transducer you have selected are included w

95Connecting the Power/Data CableThe power/data cable connects the GPSMAP 235 to a 10-40 volt DC systemand provides interface capabilities for connect

96SECTIONBAPPENDIXWiring andSpecificationsDGPS corrections are accepted in RTCM-104 v.2.0 format through the NMEA In (BROWN) har-ness lead. The GARMIN

97PHYSICALCase: Gasketed ConstructionSize: 7.5”H x 7.7”W 2.6”D(19.2 x 19.74 x 6.7cm)Weight: Less than 2 lb.Temperature Range: -4º to +158ºF (-20º to 7

98Alarm Clock—The alarm clock has sounded.Anchor Drag Alarm—You have drifted out ofthe specified distance range.Approaching—You are less than one minu

99Proximity Alarm—You have entered the alarmradius for the proximity waypoint indicated.Proximity List Full—You have used all nineproximity waypoints.

1GETTING STARTEDInitializationInitializing the ReceiverBefore you use your GPSMAP 235 for the first time, you’ll need to “initialize thereceiver.” Ini

100Adindan Adindan- Ethiopia, Mali,Senegal, SudanAfgooye Afgooye- SomaliaAIN EL ABD ‘70 AIN EL ANBD 1970-Bahrain Island, SaudiArabiaAnna 1 Ast ‘65 Ann

101Corrego Alegr Corrego Alegre- BrazilDjakarta Djakarta (Batavia)- SumatraIsland (Indonesia)Dos 1968 Dos 1968- Gizo Island (New Georgia Islands)Easte

102NAD27 Greenland North American 1927- Greenland (HayesPeninsula)NAD27 Mexico N. American 1927- MexicoNAD27 San Salvadr North American 1927- SanSalva

103Almanac Data: The satellite constellation information (including location and health of satellites) thatis transmitted to your receiver from every

104Thermocline— A layer of water separating warmer water above from cooler water below.Turn (TRN)— The difference and direction in degrees between the

105The chart below gives an approximate UTC time offset for the various longitu-dinal zones. Check with local charts for more detailed information. If

2D Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203D Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Accessories . . . .

Map Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Map Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44Map Page . . . . .

SECTIONGAPPENDIXIndex108Simulated Boat Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Simulated Boat Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Simul

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ABInitializing the Receiver (con’t.)The Map Page will appear, prompting you to select your approximate present posi-tion with the map cursor.1. Use th

ABGetting Started TourThe GARMIN GPSMAP 235 Sounder is a powerful electronic navigation anddepth sounding system that provides detailed chart coverage

ABStatus PageThe Status Page provides a visual reference of satellite acquisition and receiverstatus, with a signal strength bar graph and a satellite

5GETTING STARTEDPage Sequence/Position PageThe satellite Status Page is one of five main pages used in the sounder. All fivepages are linked together

6GETTING STARTEDUsing the GOTO KeyABMarking a PositionTo mark your present position:1. Press the Mkey. The mark position page will appear, with a defa

Sounder PageThe Sounder Page lets you use the GPSMAP 235 as a fishfinder. The top of thescreen contains any of seven selectable data field options, wh

Range ModesThe unit uses three range modes on the Sounder Page: auto, manual, and win-dow. Auto mode displays the most information possible while cont

Zoom FeatureThe zoom feature allows you to view a smaller portion of the complete range ingreater detail.The zoom feature operates in auto or manual m

Software Version 4.01 or aboveInternal Database Version 3.00 © GARMIN CorporationG-chartTMcartridge data is copyrighted by Navionics Corporation and

Map PageThe Map Page combines digital chartplotting with a user-selectable display ofnavigation data, and a built-in worldwide database. It will also

Using the Map CursorThe cursor is an important tool that can be used to pan to other map locations,mark and edit waypoints and routes, and review posi

Going to a DestinationGPS is all about marking positions as waypoints and navigating to them usingthe receiver’s steering guidance and map displays. W

Going to a Destination (con’t.)A data field at the top of the page will now display the bearing and distance tothe second route waypoint. To get start

Going to a Destination (con’t.)Now that we’ve zoomed in a little closer to our route, we can pan ahead of ourvessel with the cursor to review and crea

15GETTING STARTEDOverviewNavigation PageThe Navigation Page provides graphic steering guidance to your destination.The bearing (BRG) and distance (DIS

16Navigation Page (con’t.)To adjust the simulated boat speed:1. Press the UP arrow of the Rkeypad to increase the speed in 5 knot/kph/mph incre-ments.

Active Route PageThe active route page shows each waypoint of the active route in sequence,with the waypoint name, distance and estimated time enroute

Main Menu PageThe main menu page’s eleven submenus are divided into categories by function.You can select a particular submenu by simply highlighting

Status PageThe Status Page provides a visual reference of various receiver functions,including current satellite coverage, receiver operating mode and

iINTRODUCTIONWarningGARMIN, GPSMAP, G-chart, AutoLocate,TracBack and PhaseTrac12 are trademarks ofGARMIN Corporation and may only be usedwith permissi

ABReceiver Status, EPE and DOPReceiver status is displayed at the top of the page, with the current estimatedposition error (EPE) and dilution of prec

Satellite Status Page OptionsThe satellite Status Page features an options menu that provides access to func-tions and features relating to the Status

Position PageThe position page shows your position, direction, and speed. There is a graphiccompass tape at the top of the page that shows the directi

Position Page OptionsThe position page features an options menu that provides access to functionsand features relating to the position page.To display

A. The right side of the screen represents the trans-ducer’s location on your boat. Items appearingon the right side of the screen were passed bymore

Range ModesThe sounder features three depth range modes: auto, manual, and window.Auto is the default setting and continually adjusts the screen displ

Zoom FeatureThe zoom feature allows you to view a smaller portion of the complete range ingreater detail.The zoom feature operates in auto or manual m

Zoom Window Depth ScaleOnce a zoom window is displayed, it’s depth scale can be adjusted. A hollowindicator bar is displayed to the left of the depth

Map/Sounder Page Split ScreenThe sounder can display a split screen view of the sounder window and MapPage. The split screen feature is turned on from

Sounder Page OptionsThe Sounder Page options menu lets you customize the sounder’s features tosuit your needs.To display the Sounder Page options menu

The GPS system is operated by the United States government, which is solelyresponsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system is subject to chan

Sounder Page Options (con’t.)• Whiteline Adjust: Whiteline indicates the relative hardness or softness of the bottom.The bottom itself is shown as a c

Sounder Page Options (con’t.)Auto is the default setting and continually adjusts the screen display to showthe maximum amount of detail possible, whil

Sounder Page Options (con’t.)• Change Data Fields?: Allows you to specify the data displayed in each data field onthe Sounder Page. There are thirteen

Sounder Setup PageThe next Sounder Page menu option is ‘Sounder Setup?’ which accesses thesounder setup page. There are eight fields on the sounder se

Sounder Setup Page (con’t.)To select Fish ID:1. Highlight the ‘FISH ID’ option and press T. The ‘FISH ID’ submenu will appear.2. Highlight the desired

Sounder Setup Page (con’t.)• Noise Rejection: Removes cross talk from other sounders or ignition noise from poorboat motor installations (non-shielded

Sounder Setup Page (con’t.)There are four options:• 200 kHz: Best suited for shallow, inland waters where deep water performance isnot critical and bo

37GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeySounder Setup Page (con’t.)To use Auto Calibration:1. Ensure ‘Auto Calibrate?’ is displayed in the speed calibratio

38GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeySounder Setup Page (con’t.)To use manual calibration:1. Ensure manual calibration mode is selected in the speed cal

39GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyMap PageThe Map Page provides a comprehensive display of electronic cartography,plotting and navigational data. The

iiiINTRODUCTIONSounder CapabilitiesDesigned for detailed electronic charting and complete depth sounding capabil-ity, the GARMIN GPSMAP 235 Sounder is

40GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyMap ModesThere are two map operating modes: the position mode and the cursor mode.When the map is in the position m

41GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyUsing the CursorThe cursor allows you to pan away from your present position and scroll toother map areas (even out

42GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeySelecting Map ScalesThe map display has 16 available range scales from 1/8th to 4096 nautical miles(1/4 to 7500 kil

43GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyMap Page OptionsThe Map Page options menu provides access to many of the features and func-tions that will help you

44GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyMap Page Options (con’t.)• Configure the Map?: Allows you to determine what map items are displayed on aparticular

45GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyMap Page Options (con’t.)From the map configuration page, you can also access another options menu byhighlighting a

46GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyMap Page Options (con’t.)•Set Map Colors?: The next option available from the map configuration page is the setmap

47Map Page Options (con’t.)The last two display options make it possible to display both the Map Page andSounder Page simultaneously in a split screen

48GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyMap Page Options (con’t.)•Change Data Fields?: Allows you to specify the type of data that is displayed in eachdata

49GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyNavigation PageWhenever a GOTO, MOB, TracBack or route has been turned on, the sounderwill provide digital and grap

ivINTRODUCTIONWarrantyLimited WarrantyGARMIN warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and manu-facture for one year from the date of

50As you head toward your destination, the highway perspective will move toindicate your progress to the waypoint and which direction you should steer

51GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyNavigation Page Options (con’t.)The following options are available:• Change Data Fields?: Allows you to define the

52GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyMain Menu PageThe main menu page provides access to various waypoint, system, navigationand interface management an

53GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyCreating and Using WaypointsThe sounder stores up to 250 alphanumeric waypoints with user-defined sym-bols and comm

54GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyMark Key (con’t.)The mark key can also be used on the Map Page to mark the cursor position oran on-screen navaid. T

55GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyCreating Waypoints GraphicallyWaypoints may also be quickly created from the map display, which allows youto ‘point

56GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyReference WaypointsA new waypoint can also be created by entering an existing waypoint’s rangeand bearing or the ra

57GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyReviewing and Editing WaypointsOnce you have created and stored a waypoint, it may be modified, reviewed,renamed or

58GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyWaypoint Definition Page Options The waypoint definition page also features an options menu that allows you toedit

59GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyWaypoint SubmenusThe sounder’s main menu page features four waypoint submenus that let youmanage a large number of

vINTRODUCTIONPrefaceCongratulations on choosing one of the most advanced depth sounding andmarine navigation systems available. The GARMIN GPSMAP 235

60GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyProximity WaypointsThe proximity waypoints list lets you define an alarm circle around a storedwaypoint position, a

61GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyCreate Waypoint SubmenuThe third waypoint submenu accessible from the main menu page is the ‘CreateWaypoint’ submen

62GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyNavigation MethodsThe sounder provides four methods of navigation: GOTO, MOB, TracBackand Route. GOTOThe sounder al

63GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyGOTO OptionsThe GOTO options menu provides a list of additional GOTO options that letyou start a TracBack route, se

64GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyMOB The man overboard feature (MOB) is used in emergency situations, such asman overboard, or to quickly mark a spo

65TracBack Navigation (con’t.)Once a TracBack has been turned on, the sounder will take the track log cur-rently stored in memory and divide it into s

66RoutesThe last way to navigate to a destination is to create a user-defined route. Thesounder lets you create and store up to 20 reversible routes (

67Routes (con’t.)Once a route has been created graphically (and the Qkey has been pressed tofinish), the map display will automatically enter the rout

68GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyRoutes (con’t.)The route edit mode also allows you to insert a new route waypoint in anyroute leg using the map cur

69GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyRoutes (con’t.)To review the selected waypoint:1. Highlight the ‘Review?’ option and press T.To insert a new waypoi

INTRODUCTIONPacking ListviBefore installing and using with your sounder, please check to see that yourpackage includes the following items. If any par

70GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyRoute List PageThe route list page numerically lists all the routes currently stored in memory,with the route numbe

71GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyRoute List Page Options (cont.)• Clear Route: Allows you to clear all waypoints from the selected route.To clear th

72GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyActive Route PageWhenever you have activated a route, the active route page will appear in themain page sequence. T

73GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyActive Route Page OptionsThe following options are available from the active route page:• Invert Route?: Activates

74GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyTrack Log SubmenuThe track log submenu lets you specify whether to record a track plot (an elec-tronic recording of

75GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyTrip and Fuel PlanningThe trip and fuel planning submenu lets you plan and review distance, fuel,and ETE/ETA inform

76GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyTrip and Fuel Planning (con’t.)To use the route planning mode:1. Highlight the ‘Trip & Fuel Planning’ option fr

77GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyTrip and Fuel Planning (cont.)To use the sunrise/sunset planner:1. Highlight ‘Trip & Fuel Planning’ option from

78GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeySetup Submenus (con’t.)• Time Offset: Provides a data entry field to enter the time difference between UTCtime and

79GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyNavigation SetupThe navigation setup submenu is used to select a variety of navigation informa-tion including: posi

viiGETTING STARTEDTable of ContentsWarning ...

80Navigation Setup (con’t.)• CDI Scale: Provides a list of six CDI scale settings for the Map Page CDI: +/-0.10,0.50, 1.0 (default), 5.0, 10.0 and 25.

81GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyTimers and Alarms SetupThe timer and alarms submenu is used to control various alarm/timer settings.• Timer: Sounds

82Input/Output SubmenuThe Input/Output submenu lets you control interface settings for connectingexternal NMEA devices, a DGPS receiver or a personal

83GETTING START-EDUsing the GOTOKeyUsing NMEA and DGPS Interface SettingsIf you are using an NMEA interface format, the NMEA format must be specifiedi

84Installing and Removing G-Chart CartridgesThe unit uses G-chart offshore or inland cartography to display digital chartson-screen. G-chart cartridge

85Using G-Chart CartographyOnce a G-chart cartridge has been inserted, the map coverage outlines for thecartridge will automatically appear on-screen.

LORAN C BasicsLORAN C is a radio navigation aid operated and maintained in the United Statesby the Untied States Coast Guard. The name LORAN is an acr

LORAN TD FeatureThe LORAN TD feature eases the transition from using LORAN to using GPS. TheGPSMAP 235 Sounder automatically converts GPS coordinates

It is important to set the correct GRI-chain and secondary stations for the way-point that you want to create. The GRI-chain and Secondary station fie

Creating Waypoints in the LORAN TD FormatWaypoints can be created graphically, using the Mark Key, and by Text Entry (seepage 53). Waypoints can also