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Garmin Gpsmap 498 Pre Loaded Bluechart Sounder / Chartplotter With External Antenna And Transducer

1. 01 315 07 30 01 46 08 07 Tide Tab Tide Sub Tab The Tide sub tab contains a graphical chart that shows Tide Station information in a 24 hour span starting at midnight You can choose from different dates and more than 3 000 Tide Stations around the U S A coastline Alaska Hawaii western Canada and several of the Caribbean islands The top of the Tide sub tab shows the Tide Station the date and the distance and bearing to the Tide Station from your location 40 The bottom of the Tide chart shows a 24 hour block of local time for your location Daytime yellow bar and nighttime blue bar at the Tide Station are shown across the time scale with the time progressing from left to right sunrise and sunset information might not be available for some Tide Stations The solid light vertical lines are in 4 hour increments and the light dotted vertical lines are in 1 hour increments A solid vertical line with the local time at the top indicates the tide height corresponding to the time shown in the local time box Max level Current tide High tide height bar curve Current time bar Low tide curve MLLW Min level Night Station time Day The Tide curve is shown as a shaded area where higher tides are taller blue and lower tides are shorter red The solid horizontal line indicates the tide height The figure to the left of the line shows the present tide level The Mean Lower Low Water MLLW appears a
2. GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt FIND The following options are available on the Navigation menu by Find pressing NAV while navigating a route The FIND key searches the unit for Waypoints Cities Tides Anchorages Businesses Exits Navaids Restricted Areas and Wrecks Obstructions If you press FIND while in Pan Mode the unit centers its search from the location where the map pointer is located Your location or the map pointer must be within a map outline area to search for BlueChart g2 information Invert Route treverses the route so you can follow it from the end point back to the beginning e Re Evaluate Route tecalculates and reactivates the current route data Selects the route leg closest to your current location as the active leg the active leg defines the current from and to waypoints Find Items List GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 19 Basic OPERATION gt FIND To Find an item from your current location 1 From any page press FIND 2 Using the ROCKER highlight a category from the list and You can also Find items using the press ENTER MARONE 3 For waypoints and cities search using By Name or Nearest Use the ROCKER to highlight a tab For By Name use the top field to spell out the name or scroll down through the list See page 8 for steps on entering a name To Find an item from other locations 1 From the Map Page use the ROCKER to pan select a T
3. Owner s Manual GPSMAP 392 398 GPSMAP 492 498 CIAT OCENG GPSMAP 498 shown Copyright 2006 Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries Garmin International Inc Garmin Europe Ltd Garmin Corporation 1200 East 151 Street Unit 5 The Quadrangle Abbey Park Industrial Estate No 68 Jangshu 2 Road Shijr Taipei County Olathe Kansas 66062 USA Romsey SO51 9DL UK Taiwan Tel 913 397 8200 or 800 800 1020 Tel 44 0 870 8501241 outside the UK Tel 886 2 2642 9199 Fax 913 397 8282 0808 2380000 UK only Fax 886 2 2642 9099 Fax 44 0870 8501251 All rights reserved Except as expressly provided herein no part of this manual may be reproduced copied transmitted disseminated downloaded or stored in any storage medium for any purpose without the express prior written consent of Garmin Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed and to print one copy of this manual or of any revision hereto provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual must contain the complete text of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or any revision hereto is strictly prohibited Information in this document is subject to change without notice Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organizati
4. 3 Select New Route and press ENTER 3 Use the map pointer to select a waypoint or map item and press ENTER 4 Follow steps 3 and 4 in the Navigating a QUICK NAV Route instructions 5 When finished press QUIT twice to return to the Route List Page GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 17 Basic OPERATION gt ROUTES 30ft max depth HN 35 0 1 290 HO76 2 1 896 428 0353 T TOURS a TR Toupe e I TOUR a 295 Points Available ADD appears below the map pointer as you insert points To create a route using the Route list 1 2 18 Press and hold ADJ MENU to show the Main Menu Use the ROCKER to highlight the Route tab and press ADJ MENU to show the Route Options menu Select New Route and press ENTER Press ADJ MENU select Use List and press ENTER Use the ROCKER to highlight the first available blank route slot and press ENTER Select a category press ENTER and select the first point in your route Repeat steps 5 though 6 until your route is complete and then press QUIT Choose the category from which you want to add a route point To navigate a saved route tle 2 3 4 From any page press NAV Use the ROCKER to highlight Follow Route and press ENTER Highlight Pick From Saved List and press ENTER Highlight the route you want to navigate and press ENTER To stop navigation of a route Press NAV highlight Stop Navigation and press ENTER
5. Highlight Delete All and press ENTER With OK highlighted press ENTER again to delete all routes If you highlight a route name from the Route a List and press NAV the name automatically appears GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 51 Main Menu gt Routes TAB Route Review Page After you create a route use the Route Review Page to review and modify the route shown To show the Route Review Page 1 Press and hold ADJ MENU and then highlight the Route tab 2 Highlight the route you want to review and press ENTER You are now on the Route Edit Map Page 49 SH Route List Menu 52 The Route Review Page also allows you to enter your own 15 character name for any listed route By default the name includes the first and last waypoints in the route To enter a custom route name 1 From the Route Review Page highlight the route you want to change and press ENTER 2 Press ADJ MENU and use the ROCKER to select Edit Route Name Press ENTER 3 Use the ROCKER to enter a name and press ENTER when finished GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Main Menu gt Routes TAB On the Route Review Page you can review the route points GPSMAP TOUR waypoints or map items one at a time from the list Course To review individual route points 1 Highlight a route and press ENTER Active Route 2 Press ADJ MENU highlight Use List and press ENTER 3 Highlight the waypoint you want to review and
6. The current destination point is marked with an arrow icon As you navigate a route the waypoint list automatically updates to indicate the next active point first The Active Route and Route Review Pages share many of the same features and options For more information on the Active Route Page see page 17 Next TOUR2 Dest TOURS GPSMAP TOUR _ Course Active Route Page 36 Active Route Page Options The Active Route Page Options function the same as the Map Page Options Refer to pages 17 19 for information on the Use Map Add Before and Remove options GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Main Menu The Main Menu provides access to various waypoint system navigation interface management and setup menus The 19 Menu tabs are divided into categories by function The Main Menu is available from any page in the system and is accessed by pressing and holding ADJ MENU See page 6 for additional instructions on changing settings and entering data Sub tabs Main menu tabs Main Menu GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Main Menu gt GPS Tas To select a Menu tab from the Main Menu 1 Press up or down on the ROCKER to highlight a tab The information for the highlighted tab automatically appears to the right If you want to select any of the sub tab items press right on the ROCKER then press up or down to select individual items 2 Either press ADJ MENU for additional submenu options or pre
7. press ENTER 2 Use the ROCKER to scroll through the list 3 Press ENTER to delete the selected waypoint 3 Press ENTER to review the highlighted waypoint on the Waypoint Edit Page 4 Press ENTER to return to the list and automatically highlight the next waypoint To search for a waypoint by name 1 Highlight the name field and press ENTER 2 Use the ROCKER to select the first letter of the name 3 Press right on the ROCKER and enter the second letter if you do not see the name in the list below MOBO a a a F Ss a a a a nN wo co co 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the name appears Press ENTER when you see the name 5 Highlight the name on the list and press ENTER again to review the waypoint When finished highlight OK and press ENTER 48 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Main Menu gt Points TAB To delete waypoints by symbol Proximity Waypoint List 1 From the User sub tab press ADJ MENU Select Delete Use the Proximity list to define an alarm circle around a stored By Symbol and press ENTER waypoint The alarm circle can help you avoid reefs rocks or 2 Use the ROCKER to highlight the symbol of the waypoint s restricted waters You can add a maximum of 10 waypoints or to delete and press ENTER on screen map items to proximity alarms with a maximum alarm 3 Press ENTER to delete the waypoint by symbol Otherwise radius of 99 99 nautical or statute miles or kilometers choose
8. Cancel or press QUIT P l o If a proximity alarm circle overlaps with an existing alarm circle To delete all waypoints or the entire waypoint list a Proximity Overlaps Another Proximity Waypoint message 1 Press ADJ MENU to select the options window appears Because the unit only alerts for one of the overlap points 2 Use the ROCKER to highlight Delete All and press use caution when navigating in these areas If your boat enters an ENTER alarm circle overlap you are only alerted to the closest proximity 3 Highlight OK and press ENTER to delete all waypoints waypoint GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 49 MAIN Menu gt Points TAB To add a proximity waypoint To turn proximity alarms on or off 1 On the Points tab highlight the Proximity sub tab 1 Use the ROCKER to highlight the field below Proximity 2 Press ADJ MENU and select New Waypoint The Find Alarm and press ENTER screen appears Highlight Waypoints and press ENTER 2 Select ON or OFF and press ENTER J To select a waypoint from the list use the ROCKER to To show the waypoint menu options highlight a waypoint from the User or Nearest tab Using the ROCKER highlight the Proximity tab and press 4 Press ENTER to confirm The Distance field is now ADJ MENU ee To cl Il proximit ints from the list 5 Press ENTER and use the ROCKER to enter a proximity a a n 1 Use the ROCKER to highlight the proximity waypoint and press ADJ MENU 2 To
9. Using Built In Cartography Data 27 Main Paces gt Map PAGE Using the Map Pointer The map pointer pans away from your present location even outside of your current detail coverage As you pan past the edge of the current Map Page the screen actively scrolls forward to provide continuous map coverage An hourglass symbol appears by the map pointer while the unit is busy drawing new map details Move the map pointer over an item on the map to highlight it As you move the map pointer the distance and bearing from your present location to the map pointer is shown in the data window along with the map pointer s location coordinates Keep in mind that when the map pointer is stationary the distance and bearing from your present position changes as your location moves The map pointer can also be used to view on screen waypoint and map item properties directly from the Map Page 28 Additional information tabs Pressing ENTER while highlighting a map item brings up additional details and options Worldwide Marine Base Map Additional options a Show Map To select an on screen waypoint or map item with the map pointer 1 Use the ROCKER to move the map pointer to a waypoint or map item If there are several waypoints grouped closely together zoom in closer for a better view When a waypoint or map item is selected it is highlighted on screen with the name and location shown 2 Press ENTER
10. Waypoint coordinates Water 673 585 Water depth temperature Reference from current position Add To Route Show Map Move Wpt Delete Waypoint Review Page ENTER MARK Key Use the ENTER MARK key to quickly capture your present location to create a new waypoint The unit must have acquired at least three satellites to mark your present location You can also use this option to manually enter waypoint coordinates To mark your present location 1 Press and hold ENTER MARK until the New Waypoint window appears A default four digit name and symbol are created for the new waypoint 2 To accept the waypoint with the default name and symbol highlight OK and press ENTER MARK 3 To enter a different name highlight the name field and press ENTER MARK Use the ROCKER to enter the new alphanumeric name and press ENTER MARK when finished You can use up to 10 characters for the name 4 To select a different symbol highlight the symbol field to the left of the name and press ENTER MARK Use the ROCKER to highlight the new symbol and press ENTER MARK GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt CREATING AND Usinc WAYPOINTS 5 To enter optional comments or a depth highlight the Comments Depth or Water Temp and press ENTER MARK use the ROCKER to enter a value and press ENTER MARK 6 To manually enter a set of coordinates highlight the location coordinates and press ENTER MARK use the ROCKER to en
11. date Ready for Navigation at least three satellites have been acquired and your location is now being calculated in latitude longitude and elevation and time Ready for Nav with WAAS at least three satellites and You can use the sky view to help determine if any satellites are a WAAS EGNOS satellite have been acquired and your being blocked and whether you have a current location fix The location is now being calculated in latitude longitude and sky view shows a bird s eye view of the position of each satellite elevation relative to the receiver s last known location Simulating the receiver is in Simulator Mode 38 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Main Menu gt GPS Tas GPS Tab Options To Disable Enable WAAS capability The GPS tab features an options page that provides access to 1 From the GPS tab press ADJ MENU functions and features relating to the GPS Info Page 2 Use the ROCKER to highlight WAAS Off or WAAS On and press ENTER To show and select the GPS Tab options 1 Press ADJ MENU to open the Main Menu 2 Using the ROCKER highlight an option and press ENTER Highlight WAAS Off and press ENTER to disable the WAAS capabilities GPS Tab Options GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 39 Main Menu gt Tide TAB Tide Tab Use the Tide tab to view tide and current information The Tide tab contains two sub tabs Tide and Current
12. finished 4 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Interface Keys POWER Key Press and hold to turn the unit on or off e Press and release to adjust backlighting PAGE Key e Press to cycle through the main pages e Press to end an operation in progress and return to the main page UIT Key QUIT Key ooo e Press and release to cancel data entry or exit a page ENTER MARK Key e Press and release to enter highlighted options and data or confirm on screen messages e Press and hold at any time to mark your current location as a waypoint DATA CNEG Key e Press to toggle the display of a main page with or without data fields e Press and hold to show the Main Page Configuration window GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt INTERFACE KEYS RANGE Down RANGE Up Keys e From the Map Page press to zoom in or out e From the Sonar Page press to scroll up or down the range list ROCKER Key e Press up down right or left to move through lists highlight fields on screen buttons and icons enter data or move the map pointer ADJ MENU Key e Press and release to view options for a page e Press and hold to view the Main Menu NAV MOB Key e Press and release at any time to view the Navigation Menu e Press and hold for MOB waypoint FIND Key e Press to search for points such as user waypoints cities and services Basic OPERATION gt ENTERING DATA AND SE
13. following potentially hazardous situations could Use the electronic chart in the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 only to result in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury facilitate not to replace the use of authorized government charts Official When navigating carefully compare information displayed on the government charts and notices to mariners contain all information needed GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 to all available navigation sources including to navigate safely information from visual sightings and maps For safety always resolve any discrepancies or questions before continuing navigation WARNING This product its packaging and its components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or reproductive harm This Notice is being provided in accordance with California s Proposition 65 If you have any questions or would like additional information please refer to our Web site at http www garmin com prop65 IV GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual INTRODUCTION gt CAUTIONS Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations may government which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance result in injury or property damage The government s system is subject to changes which could affect the Use the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 only as a navigational aid Do not accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment including the GPSMAP attempt to use the GP
14. the other nM built in map Using Built In Basemap psi map card Using BlueChart g2 or MapSource Data itm DST ii fr Overzoom no additional data is available z9 Main Paces gt Map PAGE To change data field contents and configuration Cartography The GPSMAP 392 398 system contains a preloaded U S inland freshwater cartography to its enhanced worldwide basemap information The preloaded inland maps offer 50 meter shoreline resolution throughout the U S with even more detailed 10 meter resolution on select lakes Other details include depth contours tide and current data boat ramps mile markers hazards marinas campgrounds area roads and more The GPSMAP 492 498 system contains preloaded marine map detail utilizing BlueChart g2 technology Coverage is for U S coastal areas including Alaska and Hawaii Features include integrated mapping 2D or mariner s eye perspective tide and current data improved IALA symbols navaids marinas boat ramps roads and more Both units accept 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 range you have selected 30 i 6 Press and hold DATA CNFG The Configuration window appears Using the ROCKER highlight the function you want to add or remove such as the status bar or first and second rows of data fields and press EN
15. to select the Clear button and press ENTER 4 Highlight OK and press ENTER To save a track log 1 From the Main Menu use the ROCKER to highlight the Track tab then highlight the Active sub tab to the right 2 Use the ROCKER to select Save and press ENTER 3 From the Save Back Through window highlight time date or Entire Log and press ENTER When the track is saved the Save Track window appears The default name distance number of points 700 max and color are shown in the Save Track window To change the name of the saved track highlight the name field and press ENTER Make your changes and press ENTER GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt NAVIGATING TO A DESTINATION To show the track on the Map and 3D 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 Show Map and press ENTER 4 Highlight OK and press ENTER to save the track Default track name Total number of points Total distance Change color Check this box of track line to show track on the Map or 3D Highway Pages Basic OPERATION gt NAVIGATING TO A DESTINATION To start a TracBack using the NAV key 1 Press NAV highlight TracBack and press ENTER 2 To stop TracBack navigation press NAV highlight Stop Navigation and press ENTER When a TracBack 1s active the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 takes the track log current
16. using map items If you are selecting a new map point non map item as the Go To destination the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 automatically creates a waypoint at the map pointer location To Go To an existing waypoint or map item from the Map Page 1 Use the ROCKER to highlight the waypoint or on screen map item 2 Press NAV Go To lt waypoint name gt appears 3 Press ENTER to start navigating to the waypoint GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 13 Basic OPERATION gt NAVIGATING TO A DESTINATION To Go To a new map point non map item TracBack Navigation Navigating a Track 1 Use the ROCKER to move the map pointer to location The TracBack function retraces your path to the starting point 2 Press NAV using the track log automatically stored in the receiver s memory 3 With Go To MAP Point highlighted press ENTER This feature eliminates the need to store waypoints along the way TracBack routes are created by reducing your track log into a route of up to 300 turns and activating an inverted route along those points When started a TracBack route leads you back to the oldest stored track log point so it is a good idea to clear the existing track log before you start your current trip 14 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual To clear the track log 1 Press and hold ADJ MENU to show the Main Menu 2 Using the ROCKER highlight the Track tab and then highlight the Active sub tab 3 Use the ROCKER
17. 9 How ARE MMSI assignments obtained cccsesee 97 Flash r PAG sicsosininsgisn 84 Navigation Terms ssssssssssssnsssnsnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnnnnnnnns 98 Map Split Page ssssissrissisninnisnioannnisnnsnrusnnanannddnininnnninuiiaanan nunana 85 Messages and Alarims ccccssssesseeseseesesssseeseeseeseess 100 APP Mdix cceescssccsssssssssscssesscssssssssecsssecssssssssssssssesssssssssseseeeees 86 LORAN TD System cccscssssssssessesseeseesensessessessecseeseess 103 Specifications scsssesseesseccenssensessessnscaeeneoessesnsesseneneeesaeenaes 86 Optional Accessories Se en ete nnn g enone veneg enn ee 105 Installing the GPSMAP 492 498 External GPS Antenna 87 Software License Agreement sre aE E a E 106 Mounting the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 ccccsssssssccsssessee 88 Product REISA OT siae 106 Installing the TramSCUCerssessssssesssssssssesssssssscsssssssscesssseesee 90 Limited Warranty T EEA E E E tans 107 Connecting the Powerl Data Cable sccsss ssssssssssssssseessssesee 92 FCC Compliance E E E acta 108 MteNaCNg cosscssansmgan a 93 Declaration of Conformity DOC sss 108 Installing and Removing Data Cards ssssssssssssssesnees OA WINGO K picasa cass ccctenensstaceacenccececcsactnoesucestcvertssustracactanee seeescest 109 Satellite Information cccscsesessssesesseesesseeseeeseneeeeees 95 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual iii INTRODUCTION gt WARNINGS Failure to avoid the
18. LECTING OPTIONS Entering Data and Selecting Options To select an on screen button You can select and start options and enter data to customize the Some pages contain on screen buttons Use the ROCKER GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 to fit your requirements Use the to highlight an on screen button and press ENTER ENTER key and the ROCKER to select options enter names and numbers in data fields and start your selections To select an optional feature 1 With any page shown press ADJ MENU for the adjustment menu The adjustment menu shows a list of optional features that are specific for that page To select an option requires movement of the cursor This is referred to as highlighting selecting or choosing an item Add To Route Show Map 2 Use the ROCKER to move the cursor highlight up and _S_ down a list or up down left and right on menus 3 After you highlight a selection press ENTER to start the feature Repeat this process to select an option from the list or press QUIT to return to the previous setting On screen buttons 6 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Using the Map Pointer The map pointer is controlled by the ROCKER You can pan to map locations mark and edit waypoints and routes and review position data of on screen map items and waypoints When you move the map pointer over a map item a highlighted description of that item appears i 7 Q m f p gh VAr cal 36 5 PVA ooh KN ne Snm aol LOA ec
19. SMAP 392 398 492 498 for any purpose requiring 322 338 492 438 Although the GPSMAP 392 398 492 408 1s a precision navigation device any navigation device can be misused or misinterpreted precise measurement of direction distance location or topography The Global Positioning System GPS is operated by the United States and therefore become unsafe Map Data Information One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost We use a combination of governmental and private data sources which we identify in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer Virtually all data sources contain inaccurate or incomplete data to some extent In some countries complete and accurate map information is either not available or is prohibitively expensive LAMP S INSIDE THIS PRODUCT MAY CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS The California Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003 requires the recycling of certain electronics For more information on the applicability to this product see www erecycle org GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual V INTRODUCTION gt CARE INFORMATION Care Information Cleaning the Unit The GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning Clean the unit using a cloth dampened w
20. TER Only functions with a check mark in the check box to the left of the name appear on the main page Move the field highlight to the data field slider and use the ROCKER to select the number of data fields Move the field highlight to a data field and press ENTER Using the ROCKER to move up or down on the list of data field options Press ENTER to select an option To exit press QUIT Map Page Options Many features of the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 are menu driven Each main page has an options menu allowing you to customize the corresponding page to your preferences and select special features that specifically relate to that page The Map Page provides access to functions and features relating to the Map Page GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Main Paces gt Map PAGE To show and select the Map Page options To measure the bearing distance between two points 1 Press ADJ MENU 1 Highlight Measure Distance and press ENTER An 2 Use the ROCKER to highlight an option and press ENTER on screen map pointer labeled ENT REF appears on the Map Page at your present location 2 Move the map pointer to a reference point the point that you want to measure from and press ENTER The available options are Measure Distance Show Hide Detail and Setup 3 Move the map pointer to the end measurement point The bearing and distance from the reference point and map pointer coordinates is shown in the data window at the t
21. The Initialize Position Page appears prompting you to select your approximate location with the map pointer H128214 322 HO80 29 59 1 956 124 Use the ROCKER to move the map pointer to your approximate location within 200 miles If you have difficulty identifying your location press and release the RANGE Down key to see the next lower map range 4 After you have determined your approximate location on the map press ENTER NOTE This does not calibrate the unit in any way rather it A helps to speed up the initial satellite acquisition If the unit shows Ready for Navigation during this process it is not necessary to initialize the unit The unit now begins searching for the appropriate satellites for your region and should acquire a fix within a few minutes When viewing the GPS tab on the Main Menu a signal strength bar for each satellite in view appears on the bottom of the page with the appropriate satellite number under each bar No signal strength bars the receiver is looking for the satellites indicated Hollow signal strength bars the receiver has found the indicated satellite s and is collecting data Solid signal strength bars the receiver is ready to use When the receiver has collected information from at least three satellites the top of the screen shows either Ready for Navigation and the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 is ready for use GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owne
22. Waypoint list Hove Wpt Delete EEN Waypoint Edit Page To access the Waypoint Edit Page To change the waypoint name 1 Use the ROCKER to highlight the waypoint on the Map 1 Highlight the waypoint name field and press ENTER Page 2 Use the ROCKER to enter a new name and press ENTER OR when finished Press and hold ADJ MENU highlight the Points tab and choose a waypoint from the User or Proximity sub tabs 2 Press ENTER to show the Waypoint Edit Page GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 11 Basic OPERATION gt NAVIGATING TO A DESTINATION To change the waypoint symbol 1 Highlight the waypoint symbol field to the left of the waypoint name and press ENTER 2 Use the ROCKER to select a new symbol and press ENTER To change the Comment Location Coordinates Depth or Water Temp 1 Highlight a field and press ENTER 2 Use the ROCKER to edit or enter the data To move to the next character press right on the ROCKER 3 Press ENTER when finished To move the waypoint on the map 1 From the Waypoint Edit Page highlight Move Wpt and press ENTER A MOVE label now appears under the map pointer in addition to a distance bearing and coordinate window You can also use the RANGE Down and RANGE Up keys to zoom the map The map zoom range appears in the lower right corner 2 Use the ROCKER to point to the new location and press ENTER 3 To stop the move process press QUIT 12 Navigating to a Destinati
23. a 24 hour span starting at midnight You can choose from different dates and Current Stations around the U S A coastline Alaska Hawaii western Canada and several of the Caribbean islands The top of the Current sub tab shows the current station and the date The bottom of the tab shows the distance and bearing from your location The Current sub tab contains two charts one for speed and one for direction e 4 8 Show Report GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Main Menu gt Tipe TAB The top chart is the speed chart which shows the speed of a given current at any point during the day The shaded area is blue Flood Current when the current is heading toward shore 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 north reference not true north The bottom of each chart shows a 24 hour block of local time for your location Day yellow bar and night blue bar at the Current Station appear across the time scale with the time progressing from left to right sunrise and sunset information may not be available for some stations The solid light vertical lines are in 4 hour increments and the light dotted vertical lines are in 1 hour increments A solid vertical line with the local time at the top indicates the strength of the current that corresponds to th
24. a are correctly installed on your vessel according to the instructions in the Appendix Install the antenna in a location with a clear and unobstructed view of the sky A full screen GPS Information Page is shown after you press ENTER to acknowledge the Warning Page The page goes away after the unit gets a position fix or you press either ENTER or QUIT To turn on the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 1 Press and hold the POWER key until the power tone sounds then release the POWER key The title page and then the Warning Page appears while the unit conducts a self test 2 When the self test is complete press ENTER to agree and acknowledge the warning GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt INITIALIZING THE RECEIVER 3 Press ENTER to answer NO to the window asking Do you want to start the Retail Demonstration You are only asked this the first time you start the unit The GPS Information Page appears as the receiver begins acquiring satellites To turn off the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 1 Press and hold the POWER key 2 When the screen is blank release the POWER key Basic OPERATION gt INITIALIZING THE RECEIVER To graphically initialize the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 k Press and hold ADJ MENU for the Main Menu Press up or down on the ROCKER until the GPS tab is highlighted and then press ADJ MENU once Using the ROCKER highlight Initialize Position and press ENTER
25. and Flasher are available when the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Sounder receives sonar input For information on the Sonar Flasher and Map Split Pages refer to the Using Sonar section on page 72 With the Map Page shown press PAGE several times Each time you press PAGE the next main page appears Each main page has an Adjustment Menu which contains the setup options and functions that apply to that page Press ADJ MENU to show the Option Menu Use the ROCKER to select an item from the adjustment menu and press ENTER Notice that either PAGE or QUIT stops the current function and returns you to the main page If you find yourself lost in a menu or you start a function you do not want press PAGE or QUIT You can customize the main pages using the DATA CNFG key Press DATA CNFG to remove the status bar and data fields from the top of any main page Press and hold DATA CNFG to customize the Main Pages a oe we ne AE 5 Qe hin 3 Map Page Map Split Page Sonar Page Flasher Page Compass Page 3D Highway Page Active Route Page 26 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Map Page The Map Page provides a comprehensive display of electronic cartography plotting and navigational data When using the unit with optional BlueChart or MapSource data the Map Page shows your boat on a digital chart complete with geographic names map items navaids and a host of other chart features It also plots your track and shows any routes and waypoint
26. and position reports while the unit is in Simulator Mode see page 3 Simulating calls is helpful for practice before connecting to the real system The distress call simulator also helps to check if alarms are working properly Simulate Distress Call Simulate Position Report DSC Setup GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt AIS AIS AIS Automatic Identification System provides area traffic situational awareness AIS provides ship IDs position course and speed for ships equipped with a transponder within range NOTE You must set your charplotter communitcation to NMEA In NMEA Out with a baud rate of 38400 to receive AIS information Refer to page 69 for information on changing communication settings AIS Setup options AIS contains two setup options in the main menu AIS Vessels Auto All Ranges 30ft 800mi sets the maximum zoom scale at which AIS vessels appear Heading Line Off Time draws an extension from the end of the boat icon in the direction of travel For Time enter the numeric time value you want the line to extend The Time line length automatically adjusts as your speed changes 25 Main Paces gt OVERVIEW Ma n PAGES There are four main pages that are always available Map Compass 3D Highway and Active Route Pressing PAGE opens a Pages window You can use the ROCKER or press PAGE repeatedly to cycle though the pages Three more pages Map Split Sonar
27. ation information The chartplotter repeats the call properties received from the VHF radio on the chartplotter The GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 requires input from a DSC enabled VHF radio to show position and sound show alerts from a distress call or position report Conversely the VHF radio requires input from a GPS to transmit position coordinates for a distress call or position report For connection information refer to Connecting the Power Data Cable on page 92 An emergency DSC distress call allows a vessel in trouble to transmit a substantial amount of information in a single transmission or call without the need for voice communication When any nearby rescuer receives the DSC signal an alarm sounds and they immediately receive the location of the caller The rescuer can choose to navigate to the caller s location to assist or forward the call on to the Coast Guard When the Coast Guard receives the 21 Basic OPERATION gt DSC call they can immediately access the caller s information such as who they are and the type of vessel in their database while they are in transit to the caller s location A non emergency DSC position report allows mariners to exchange and show the positions of one another When a DSC position is received the mariner can choose to create a waypoint or to show the received location on an electronic map Anytime a vessel receives a DSC call they can store and quickly navigate to that locatio
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29. clear a single alarm highlight Delete and press ENTER 3 To clear all proximity waypoints select Delete All and press ENTER 4 Use the ROCKER to highlight OK and press ENTER The following options are available from the Proximity sub tab radius to 99 99 units 6 Press ENTER when finished e New Waypoint creates a waypoint and adds it to the proximity list Delete removes a selected waypoint from proximity list Delete All removes all waypoints from proximity list 50 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Main Menu gt Routes TAB Route Tab To copy or delete a route The Route tab shows all the routes currently stored in memory 1 From the Route List highlight the route you want to copy or along with a descriptive name for each route After you create a delete using the ROCKER and press ADJ MENU route you can start using it for navigation with the NAV key You 2 Choose either Copy or Delete and press ENTER With OK highlighted press ENTER again to confirm a deletion The copied route uses the same route name with an additional number starting at 1 at the end of the route name follow the route in the same sequence as it was originally created or you can invert the route and navigate from the end waypoint back to the beginning waypoint From the Route list menu you can choose New Route page 17 Copy Delete or Delete All To delete all routes 1 From the Route List press ADJ MENU 2
30. e time shown in the local time box To select the Current Station nearest to your location 1 Highlight the At field and press ENTER to open the Find Currents Page 2 Highlight Current Position and press ENTER to open the Find Near Current Position Page 43 Main Menu gt Trip TAB 3 Select a Current Station from the list and press ENTER As Trip Tab you move the highlight over each Current Station in the list the station is highlighted on the Map window The distance and bearing from your location to the highlighted station are shown at the bottom of the list The Trip tab shows the Trip Odometer Moving Average speed Total Average speed Maximum Speed Stopped Time Moving Time Total Time and Odometer To reset the data choose from Reset Trip Reset Max Speed Reset Odometer or Reset All and To select a Current Station from a map location press ENTER 1 Highlight the At field and press ENTER to open the Find Currents Page 2 Highlight Map Position and press ENTER to open the Find Near Map Position Page 128 12 27 20 3 Press up or down on the ROCKER to move the map pointer to a map location and press ENTER The Find Near Map Position Page shows a list of Current Stations near the Reset Trip selected map location Reset Max Speed 4 Select a Current Station and press ENTER If the None Reset Odometer Found message appears repeat steps 1 3 until you find a Reset fill station Viewing a Curr
31. e zone for that location See page 68 Sun event times for more information on setting time zones position Moon phase Overhead Moon 90 70 45 Horizon position 0 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 45 Main Menu gt Points TAB Days Hours Celestial Tab Menu To change the time or date 1 On the Celestial tab use the ROCKER to highlight the Days or Hours button and press ENTER Press up or down on the ROCKER to change the days or hours Press QUIT to exit OR Highlight the On field and press ENTER 2 Enter a new date or time and press ENTER To use the current date and time From the Celes tab press ADJ MENU use the ROCKER to highlight Use Current Date and Time and press ENTER 46 Points Tab The Points tab contains two waypoint sub tabs User and Proximity which allows you to manage a large number of waypoints quickly and efficiently The sub tabs also provide continuously updated proximity waypoint alarms that can be used to define items such as submerged hazards or shallow waters ALEX a a a a a a bj a a a a 13 Points Tab GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual MAIN Menu gt Points TAB To select the Points sub tab 1 Use the ROCKER to highlight the Points tab A list of stored waypoints appear to the right of the Main Menu list 2 Press right one time on the ROCKER The User tab is now highlighted 3 Press down on the ROCKER until a waypoint is hig
32. ent Report Press the Show Report soft key to view a detailed report of all times and values for all the minimum and maximum current flows through the day including Flood Slack and Max Ebb times and strengths 44 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Main Menu gt Cees TaB Celes Celestial Tab To choose a different location The Celestial tab shows celestial data for sun and moon rise and 1 From the Celes tab highlight the At field and press set moon phase and the approximate sky view location of the sun ENTER and moon The moon phase shows the current visible portion of 2 From the Find list highlight any category and press the moon as a light color You can show this data for your present ENTER If you want to reference a Find item select from location a location from the map or a Find item location You can the Find list and press ENTER use today s data or select a different date and time 3 Select an item from the list or tab lists and press ENTER For a location from the map choose Map Position press ENTER select a location on the map and press ENTER in Bo 4 From the Find item detail page highlight OK and press Days Hours nee ENTER Dateline The location the unit is using appears in the Date Time Position field The time tables shown are based on your current time zone Sky view When using a position from another location outside of your time window Sun Moon zone you need to set the tim
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34. he Find option also supports a find from feature that centers location and press FIND your search around an item you have just found For example 2 Using the ROCKER highlight a category from the list and you search for Restricted Areas and you find a point named press ENTER Anchoring Prohibited If you press FIND again From Anchoring Prohibited appears as the new find from point 20 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Additional Information Each item on the map has information about the point available The information varies depending on the type of data loaded on the optional data card Sub tabs along the top of the detail window contain the information available for the item Any additional options are shown along the bottom To view additional information for a Map item 1 On the Map Page use the ROCKER to highlight a map item and press ENTER 2 Use the ROCKER to highlight the individual tabs and show the information To scroll the text highlight the field and press ENTER Use the ROCKER to scroll Additional information tabs Distance Bearing and Coordinates of item Show Map Information Window GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND DSC DSC Digital Selective Calling The DSC tab controls and sets up the DSC features on the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 DSC uses marine VHF radio and GPS technologies to transmit and receive loc
35. hlighted User Waypoint List The User list on the points tab shows a master list of all waypoints currently stored in memory From the User list you can review edit rename or delete individual waypoints or delete all user waypoints The total number of stored and available waypoints is shown at the bottom of the User page with the stored waypoints arranged in alphanumerical order GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual The following options are available New Waypoint allows you to create a waypoint See page 8 for creating a waypoint Delete deletes selected waypoint from and waypoint list and route Delete By Symbol deletes waypoints that use the same symbol Delete All deletes all waypoints from the unit NOTE When a waypoint is deleted from the list it cannot be recovered from the unit It is advisable to back up important waypoints to a computer using an optional PC cable and interface software or record them manually 4 Main Menu gt Points TAB To show the waypoint menu options To delete an individual waypoint from the list Using the ROCKER highlight the User tab and press 1 Use the ROCKER to highlight the waypoint to delete and ADJ MENU press ADJ MENU To scroll through and review the waypoint list 2 Highlight Delete and press ENTER You can also highlight 1 With the ROCKER highlight the Points tab and then the waypoint press ENTER then highlight Delete and highlight the User sub tab
36. ith a mild detergent solution and then wipe dry Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic components Storing the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Do not store the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 where prolonged exposure to temperature extremes can occur such as in the trunk of a car as permanent damage can result User information such as waypoints and routes are retained in the unit s memory without the need for external power It is always a good practice to back up important user data by manually recording it or downloading it to a PC transferring it to MapSource vi Immersing the Unit in Water The GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7 It can withstand immersion in meter of water for 30 minutes Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the unit After submersion be certain to wipe and air dry the unit before reuse To resolve problems that cannot be remedied using this manual contact Garmin Product Support in the U S at 800 800 1020 or Garmin Europe at 44 0870 8501241 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION Initializing the Receiver The first time you turn on the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 the receiver must be given an opportunity to collect satellite data and establish its present location To ensure proper initialization the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate Mode Before you initialize make sure the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 unit and antenn
37. l data options The data window layout can be configured to show additional data fields and change the size of the data shown Refer to page 30 for more information To zoom in or out on the 3D Highway Page Press either the RANGE Down or RANGE Up key to increase or decrease the zoom range GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Oe Main Paces gt Highway PAGE 3D Highway Page Options The following options are available from the 3D Highway Page The 3D Highway options page selects the waypoints and tracks menu SHOW ane SHO SS canoe Tap ty Hide Show Cartography toggles between hiding and To show and select the 3D Highway Page options showing map details This option is only available when an 1 Press ADJ MENU Select the Hiway tab optional cartography data card is inserted in the unit 2 Using the ROCKER highlight an option and press ENTER e Setup selects what waypoints and tracks are shown on the 3D Highway Page Use the ROCKER and ENTER keys to Check or uncheck select or deselect the options the options you want to show or hide on the 3D Highway Page Preview window 3D Highway Page Setup GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 35 MAIN Paces gt Active Route PAGE Active Route Page The Active Route Page shows each point of the active route with the point name distance and choice of Course ETA Fuel Leg Distance Leg Fuel Leg Time Sunrise Sunset or Time To for each point from your present location
38. ly stored in memory and divides it into segments called legs Up to 300 temporary turns BEGIN TURN 1 TURN 2 TURN 3 TURN X END are created to mark the most significant features of the track log in order to duplicate your exact path as closely as possible To get the most out of the TracBack feature remember the following tips e Always clear the track log at the starting point Set the Record Mode option on the track log setup page to Fill or Wrap e The track log memory must contain at least two points to create a TracBack route e Ifthe track log interval is set to the Time option the route can not follow your exact path For best performance keep the interval set to Resolution Ifthe receiver is turned off or satellite coverage is lost during your trip the TracBack draws a straight line between any point where coverage was lost and where it resumed 16 e Ifthe track log s changes in distance and direction are too complex 300 waypoints might not mark your path accurately The receiver then assigns the 300 waypoints to the most significant points of your track and simplifies segments with fewer changes in direction For more information on setting up the Track options and saved tracks see page 57 Following a Track The Following a Track function retraces a track from the beginning the oldest time to the end the newest time You can only use this function with Saved Tracks To save a track refer to
39. m this page shows options to add a New Item Delete a highlighted entry or Delete All entries To add a new Directory entry 1 Open the DSC Directory in the Main Menu 2 Use the ROCKER to highlight the first blank space in the directory list and press ENTER OR Press MENU highlight New Item and press ENTER 23 Basic OPERATION gt DSC 3 Enter the MMSI number a name and any comments Navigating to a Position Report or Distress Call 4 When finished highlight OK and press ENTER After a position report or a distress call is received navigation can be quickly set to the call location _ ALEXANDER aa Fi E ET ay eei veneers 03 02 MAY O6 New Directory Item Page nea E3 l oe I Navigating to a DSC Call When a distress call position report or directory item is named alli the name 1s attached to that particular MMSI number If a name is To navigate to a position report or distress call using used all DSC entries of the same MMSI number show the name the Nav key 1 Press NAV 2 With Go To MMSI Name highlighted press ENTER To navigate to a position report or distress call using the DSC alert page 1 Highlight the call on the Call List or Log and press NAV 2 With Go To MMSI Name or DSC highlighted press ENTER 24 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Setting up DSC The DSC Setup tab turns DSC chartplotter information screen On and Off This also allows you to simulate distress calls
40. move the map pointer to a map location and press ENTER The Find Near If you are not within this range the message None Found Other Position Page shows a list of Tide Stations near the appears Use the Map Position option to select a location closer to selected map location a Tide Station 4 Select a Tide Station and press ENTER If the None Found message appears repeat steps 1 3 until you find a Tide Station GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 41 Main Menu gt Tipe TAB To view tide heights at various times on the tide chart Viewing Tide Information You can change the date to see tide charts for other days or move the time bar in approximately five minute increments to show tide heights at various times To change the date of the tide chart 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 42 1 Zz Highlight the tide chart Press left or right on the ROCKER to change the time and day The day changes as you move past the edge of the tide chart Cape Canaveral 28 APR 06 Move the ROCKER to see tide heights at different times Tide lt data shows in a black box when in map pointer mode 01 31 07 30 01 46 08 07 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Current Sub Tab The Current sub tab contains graphical charts showing information for currents in
41. n using a Go To In order to use DSC users must first register their VHF radio with the FCC and receive a Maritime Mobile Service Identity MMSI number Garmin does not provide MMSI numbers For more information about Digital Selective Calling and Maritime Mobile Service Identity MMSI numbers refer to page 97 in the Appendix Understanding Distress Calls When the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 receives a distress call from a connected DSC enabled VHF radio an alert message and notification page are shown and an alarm tone is sounded Distress Calls are shown in the DSC Call List and Log with a checkered symbol a 22 Understanding Position Reports A position report is similar to a distress call except no alarm is sounded Position reports are not broadcast to all DSC users and are shown with a boat symbol Me Show Map Show Map fault Receiving DSC Calls Each time you receive a distress call or position report a Notification Page is shown and the call is placed in the DSC Call List and Log The Notification Page contains information about the call including the type of call distress or position report the MMSI number of the caller a user definable name the time and date of the call the bearing and distance from your current location and the coordinates of the caller To see the caller s location on a map select the Show Map button To create a waypoint at the caller s location select the Create Wpt bu
42. on Using the Nav Key The NAV key provides four ways to navigate to a destination Go To Point Follow Route Follow Track and TracBack When you are actively navigating the Map Page shows a straight line from your current location to the destination The Go To option is the easiest method for selecting a destination A Go To allows you to select a destination point and quickly set a direct course from your present location If you have a point highlighted on a list or the map Go To lt point name gt appears in addition to Go To Point The Go To function is accessed from any list of points or graphically from the Map Page GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt NAVIGATING TO A DESTINATION To start a Go To from a point list Selecting a Go To Graphically 1 Press NAV Highlight Go To Point and press ENTER A Go To can be used to select one of three items from the 2 From the Find menu highlight Waypoints or another menu Map Page an existing waypoint an on screen map item such option and press ENTER as roads rivers cities and navaids or a new map point If 3 To select a waypoint from the waypoint lists use the you are selecting a map item as the Go To destination the ROCKER to highlight either the By Name or Nearest tab GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 automatically uses the name of the select a waypoint and press ENTER map item but the point is not stored in the waypoint list See page 8 for creating waypoints
43. on of such changes or improvements Visit the 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 AutoLocate UltraScroll TracBack BlueChart MapSource and BlueChart g2 are registered trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries and may not be used without the express permission of Garmin September 2006 Part Number 190 00653 00 Rev C Printed in Taiwan INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Garmin GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 The GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 utilizes the proven performance of Garmin GPS and full featured mapping to create an unsurpassed portable GPS receiver Take a moment now to compare the contents of this package with the packing list on the outside of the box If any pieces are missing contact your Garmin dealer immediately Before you begin working with the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 review the installation instructions listed in the Appendix If you have any question about installing your chartplotter contact Garmin Product Support or a professional installer The GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Sounder 1s CANet compatible See the CANet accessory installation instructions for more information About This Manual To get the most out of your new navigation system take time to read this manual and learn the operating procedures for your unit in detail This manual 1s organized into the following sec
44. op of the screen Press QUIT to finish Map pointer coordinates Distance and bearing NOTE Map Pointer Highway Location and Sonar field options are only available on medium and large sized data fields Map pointer Measure Distance measures the bearing and distance between any two points on the Map Page Hide Show Detail hides and shows map details GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 31 Main Paces gt Compass PAGE Setup configures the Map Page preferences including map detail map orientation automatic zoom and various map items and points Refer to Main Menu Map Tab on page 61 for more information To change a map setup feature 1 From the Map Page menu highlight Setup and press ENTER 2 Press left or right on the ROCKER to highlight a tab Press up or down on the ROCKER to highlight the setting you want to change and press ENTER 3 Press up or down on the ROCKER to highlight to a setting and press ENTER To exit press QUIT From the map setup page you can access the following menu options by pressing ADJ MENU All Map Defaults trestores settings back to factory settings for all tabs 32 Compass Page The Compass Page provides graphic steering guidance to a destination waypoint with an emphasis on the bearing to your destination and current direction of travel The middle of the page features a rotating compass ring that shows your course over ground t
45. press ENTER On the waypoint review window you can choose Delete Next highlight the next point on the route list Show Map show the point on a map window or Move Wpt permanently delete the waypoint from the unit and press ENTER Route Review Options Menu When you return to the route point list the next point in the route is automatically highlighted Press ENTER repeatedly to review each point on the route Route Review Menu Options Menu options available from the Route Review Page are Use Map Add Before Remove and Plan Use Map allows you to review and modify the route shown for each point waypoint or map item on a map page Use the map pointer to insert a new route point on a route leg or review the waypoint or map item GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 53
46. r s Manual Basic OPERATION gt SIMULATOR Mope Simulator Mode Simulator Mode turns the GPS receiver off for use indoors or practice You can perform any of the functions discussed in the following pages in Simulator Mode Keep in mind that the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 does not track satellites in Simulator Mode and this mode should never be used for actual navigation All the waypoint and route planning completed in Simulator Mode is retained in memory for future use WARNING Do not attempt to navigate using Simulator Mode When the unit is set to Simulator Mode the GPS To place the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 in Simulator receiver is turned off Any satellite signal strength bars shown Mode are only simulations and do not represent the strength of actual 1 Press and hold ADJ MENU to show the Main Menu Use satellite signals the ROCKER to highlight the GPS tab and then press OO ADJ MENU once 2 Use the ROCKER to highlight Start Simulator and press ENTER 3 Press QUIT to confirm the Running Simulator message that appears at the bottom of the screen If the status bar is turned on Simulating appears at the top of each of the main pages 4 To turn off Simulator Mode press ADJ MENU and select Stop Simulator GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual 3 Basic OPERATION gt ADJUSTING THE BACKLIGHT To adjust the simulated speed and heading from the a Compass or 3D Highway Pages Track Control Track 1 P
47. rBoard function MOB simultaneously marks and MOB symbol is created and the unit is on an active navigation to sets a course back to the marked location for quick response to that point Use any of the Navigation Pages to guide you back to emergency situations the MOB point The MOB waypoint is stored in the waypoint list and works like any other waypoint a IT ba H 41 08 058 eed The MOB function allows you to quickly start navigation back to a location To stop navigation press NAV MOB highlight Stop Navigation and press ENTER To start the MOB function 1 Press and hold NAV MOB 2 Press ENTER to begin navigating to the MOB location 3 To stop navigation to the MOB location press NAV highlight Stop Navigation and press ENTER 10 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt REVIEWING AND EpitING WAYPOINTS Reviewing and Editing Waypoints 3 From the Waypoint Edit Page change the name symbol You can review modify rename move or delete waypoints at any comment postion coordinates depth or water temp for the time using the Waypoint Edit Page The Waypoint Edit Page is selected waypoint When finished highlight Next and press available for any stored waypoint Select the waypoint on the map ENTER Deere Mie rice cancel or from the waypoint lists in the Main Menu Points tab Symbol Name TA Postion Comment coordinates x Sub tabs a Depth Water E temp a b g Add To Route Show Map a
48. rack while you are moving and a bearing pointer that indicates the direction of the destination bearing relative to the course over ground The compass ring and map pointer work independently to show at a glance the direction of your movement and the direction to your destination For instance if the arrow points up you are going directly to the waypoint If the arrow points any direction other than up turn toward the arrow until it points up and then continue in that direction This page provides better steering guidance when traveling at slower speeds and when making frequent directional changes When you are not navigating to a waypoint the compass ring shows the current direction of travel but the arrow does not appear NOTE The bearing pointer bearing bug and compass ring can point in various directions when you are stationary or at very low speeds When you start moving the map pointer is correct GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Bearing pointer The data window located at the top of the page provides a user selectable layout of various types of useful data Each data field can be configured to show several data options The data window layout can be configured to show additional data fields and change the size of the data shown The round compass becomes a tape compass when the data configuration limits space Refer to page 30 for data field configuration instructions GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner
49. ry y ave Oe edges Pa Sue DUITTIN map Map zoom range GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt USING THE Map POINTER To pan the map 1 Use the RANGE Down RANGE Up keys to select a map zoom range 2 Use the ROCKER to move the map pointer A data field appears at the top of the screen showing the bearing and distance from your boat to the map pointer along with the latitude longitude of the map pointer 3 Press QUIT to re center your boat on the Map Page Map pointer coordinates Distance location The Map Page actively scrolls or pans enabling you to explore areas around the world and create waypoints and routes Press QUIT to return the map to your present location NOTE When the map pointer reaches the edge of the map the unit might pause as it loads new map data Basic OPERATION gt CREATING AND Usinc WAYPOINTS Creating and Using Waypoints The GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 stores up to 3 000 alphanumeric waypoints with a user defined symbol comments depth and water temp available for each waypoint Waypoints can be created using two basic methods ENTER MARK Key marks your present location and provides options to select a map location or map item from the Map Page Also you can enter a new waypoint s location coordinates manually Graphically defines a new waypoint location from the Map Page using the ROCKER ete Name symbo O ism se Comment
50. s Manual Main Paces gt HiGHway PAGE 3D Highway Page The 3D Highway Page provides mariner s eye perspective for guidance to a destination waypoint placing greater emphasis on the straight line course and the distance and direction you are off course As you head toward your destination the middle of the screen provides visual guidance to your waypoint on a moving graphic highway Your present location 1s at the bottom center of the 3D Highway Page Mariner s eye perspective provides situational awareness while navigating The line down the middle of the highway represents your course As you navigate toward a waypoint the highway moves indicating the direction you are off course To stay on course steer toward the center of the highway built in map 33 MAIN Paces gt HicHway PAGE The four data fields at the top of the page provide additional user selectable guidance information A compass ribbon shows your current heading along with a dark vertical bar that indicates the direct bearing to the navigation point When the dark vertical indicator or arrow lines up with the lighter red bar in the middle you are heading directly to the navigation point Use the 3D Highway Page as your primary navigation page in lieu of the Compass Page when your main concern is following a defined course Data fields Course Present location 34 Each data field at the top of the page can be configured to show severa
51. s a solid horizontal line near the bottom of the chart this line appears only if the tide height range is zero or below GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Main Menu gt TIDE TAB The numbers on the top and bottom of the 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 starting in the upper left field going downward then to the upper right and down again When comparing with other tide tables verify the depth unit value is the same for both sources The bottom of the chart shows the amount of time in hours and minutes until the next low tide and high tide Filter List To select the Tide Station nearest to your location 1 Highlight the At field and press ENTER to open the Find Select from a list of Tide Stations Tides Page 2 Highlight Current Position and press ENTER to open the To select a Tide Station from a map location Find Near Current Position Page 1 Highlight the At field and press ENTER to open the Find 3 Select a Tide Station from the list and press ENTER As Tides Page you move the highlight over each Tide Station in the list the 2 Highlight Map Position and press ENTER to open the Find Station is highlighted on the Map window The distance and Near Current Position Page bearing from your location to the highlighted Tide Station are shownal he boltomat the list 3 Press up or down on the ROCKER to
52. s you create The map pointer allows you pan and scroll to other map areas determine the distance and bearing to a location and perform various route and waypoint functions When the map pointer is active an additional data window appears at the top of the map to indicate the location range and bearing to the map pointer a selected waypoint or map item The map zoom range shown at the lower right corner of the Map The Zoom RANGE Down and RANGE Up keys combined with the ROCKER allow you select zoom ranges and move the map pointer Two basic map operating modes Position Mode and Pan Mode determine what cartography is shown on the Map Page Position Mode moves the cartography to keep the present position marker within the screen area Pan Mode moves the cartography to keep the map pointer within the screen area GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Ma n Paces gt Map PAGE The GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 starts in Position Mode with your location centered on the Map Page When sufficient map coverage is not available to keep your location centered the position triangle moves toward the edge of the screen Pan Mode starts when the ROCKER is pressed The map pointer is moved over the Map Page using the ROCKER When the map pointer reaches the edge of the screen the map scrolls forward under the map pointer Data fields Water x e7 x mit Position triangle 3138 Map zoom range edge f BE REE Map Page te
53. ss ENTER to make changes to the highlighted item Press left on the ROCKER to get back to the Main Menu 3 Press QUIT to exit the Main Menu GPS Tab The GPS tab provides a visual reference of satellite acquisition receiver status and accuracy The status information provides an idea of what the receiver is doing at any given moment The sky view and signal strength bars give you an indication of what satellites are visible to the receiver and whether or not they are being tracked The signal strength is shown on a bar graph for each satellite with the satellite number below As the receiver locks onto satellites a signal strength bar appears for each satellite in view 37 Main Menu gt GPS Tas The outer circle represents the horizon north up the inner Receiver status circle 45 above the horizon and the center point a position pccutaey WAAS status directly overhead You can also set the sky view to a Track up configuration causing the top of the sky view to align along your current track heading e Searching for Satellites the receiver is looking for and collecting data from satellites visible at its last known or initialized position but has not collected enough data to calculate a fix Signal strength bars The status field indicates Ready for Navigation when the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 has collected the necessary data from satellites to calculate a fix The unit then updates the location
54. ter the new coordinates and press ENTER MARK when finished 7 Use the ROCKER to highlight OK When finished press ENTER MARK to save the waypoint into memory Creating Waypoints Graphically You create waypoints graphically from the Map Page To mark a map location or map item select the location or item with the map pointer and press ENTER When selecting a location or map item a description of the point its distance and bearing from your current location and the latitude longitude of the map pointer is shown along the top of the map GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual To create a new waypoint graphically k Use the ROCKER to move the map pointer to a map location If you want to create the new waypoint at an on screen map item highlight the map item on the screen Press and release ENTER MARK to capture the map pointer location Do not hold the button down doing so marks your present location not the map location If you are not using a map item to create a waypoint go to step 4 Highlight Create Wpt and press ENTER MARK To accept the waypoint with the default name and symbol press ENTER MARK To change the name symbol or add a comment or depth highlight the appropriate field and press ENTER MARK Make your changes and press ENTER MARK when finished Highlight OK and press ENTER MARK to confirm the changes Man OverBoard MOB When a MOB is active a MOB waypoint with an international The Man Ove
55. the ROCKER i th di and Speed fields ress up on tne Increase tne speed in 10 knot kph mph increments Press down on the ROCKER to decrease the speed in the same increments 2 Press left or right on the ROCKER to steer the boat only show while in Simulator Mode Set Position System Information Prepare SW Update Card Adjusting the Backlight The adjustable screen backlighting is controlled with the POWER key and can be adjusted from any page To enter a simulated speed and heading from the Main Menu 1 Press and hold ADJ MENU to show the Main Menu 2 Use the ROCKER to highlight the Systm tab and then highlight the Setup button next to the Simulator field on the General sub tab Press ENTER 3 Highlight the Speed field and then press ENTER Use the ROCKER to enter a speed and press ENTER To adjust the backlighting 4 Use the ROCKER to highlight Track Control Press 1 Press and release the POWER key The adjustment slider ENTER and select User Track window appears Highlight the Track field and press ENTER Use the 2 Press the POWER key again and the user defined level of ROCKER to set the track backlighting starts You can adjust this level by pressing up 6 Highlight Set Position and press ENTER to change the or down on the ROCKER If you press POWER one more simulated location time the backlight is at the maximum setting 7 Press QUIT until you return to the Map Page 3 Press ENTER or QUIT when
56. the instructions on page 15 To Follow a Track 1 Press NAV highlight Follow Track and press ENTER 2 Highlight the track you want to follow and press ENTER 3 To stop Follow Track navigation press NAV highlight Stop Navigation and press ENTER GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt ROUTES Creating and Using Routes 4 To add a new waypoint to the route use the map pointer to You can create and store up to 50 user defined reversible routes select a map location and press ENTER numbered 1 50 with up to 300 points each As you add each new waypoint to the route the data window at the top of the Map Page shows the waypoint map item name bearing and distance from your location and coordinates of the map pointer The bottom of the screen shows the number of available points A route line appears on the map to indicate each completed leg and a dotted line appears indicating the distance and bearing to the map pointer from the last route waypoint 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have finished defining all route waypoints cc L 6 Press QUIT twice to start your QUICK NAV Route Route Tab To create a new route using the map window To o navigate a QUICK NAV route 1 Press and hold ADJ MENU to show the Main Menu Press NAV MOB and highlight Follow Route 2 Use the ROCKER to highlight the Route tab and press 2 Press ENTER and highlight Create QUICK NAV Route BRUNE NE O HON ME NONE epn Ue
57. tions The Introduction section contains the Table of Contents as well as GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 care information GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual INTRODUCTION gt ABouT THIS MANUAL The Basic Operation section provides you with detailed information and step by step directions for features such as using the Find Menu navigating a route and using waypoints The Main Pages section provides detailed explanations about each page in the GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 and step by step directions on using the pages The Main Menu section provides detailed explanations about the Main Menu and how to use it to configure your unit The Using Sonar section provides detailed explanations about the Sonar and Flasher Pages and how to configure your sonar options The Appendix contains installation instructions specifications optional accessories and maintenance information You can also find warranty and FCC information in the Appendix An Index is provided at the end of the manual for reference Manual Conventions This manual uses the term Warning to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury This manual uses the term Caution to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor injury or property damage INTRODUCTION gt TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents M n PAGOS eee nner ee eee ee eee 26 Map PAGE aana siuntei ianienlietsa
58. to show details of the map item When using BlueChart g2 or MapSource data additional information tabs appear Use the ROCKER to highlight the individual tabs and show information and options 3 Press QUIT to exit the review page GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Use the map pointer to create new waypoints directly from the map To create a waypoint with the map pointer 1 Use the ROCKER to move the map pointer to the map location 2 Press ENTER and the New Map Waypoint window appears Do not hold down ENTER Pressing and holding ENTER will mark a waypoint at your present position not at the map pointer s location If the map pointer is on a map item press ENTER and a new window with details about the item appears Press ENTER again on the highlighted Create Wpt option Press ENTER to confirm the new waypoint using the default four digit name and symbol For more information about waypoints see page 8 GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Ma n Paces gt Map PAGE Selecting Map Zoom Ranges The Map Page has 28 available range scales from 20 ft to 800 mi 5m to 1 200 km The map zoom range is controlled by the RANGE Down and RANGE Up keys with the current zoom range shown at the lower right corner of the data window To select a map zoom range Press the RANGE Up key to zoom out and the RANGE Down key to zoom in NOTE The zoom range value represents the distance from one end of the zoom range bar to
59. tton To close the Notification Page press QUIT GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual When a distress call or position report is placed in the Call List and Log the information on the Notification Page is retained To review a DSC call or log entry highlight the entry and press ENTER The DSC Entry Review Page is identical to the Notification Page with one exception the entry can be deleted Show Map DSC Entry Review Page To review a call or log entry 1 Press and hold ADJ MENU to open the Main Menu 2 Open the Call List or Log from the DSC tab 3 Press up or down on ROCKER to highlight the call you want to review 4 Press ENTER to open the DSC Entry Review Page GPSMAP 392 398 492 498 Owner s Manual Basic OPERATION gt DSC DSC Call List The DSC Call List shows the 50 most recent calls even if the unit is left unattended The Call List shows the most recent call from a vessel If a second call from the same vessel is received it replaces the first call in the Call List Press MENU to sort the list and delete entries DSC Log When DSC calls are received they are automatically placed in the Log with the most recent call at the top The unit can log up to 100 calls When 100 calls are logged the oldest log is removed when a new call is received Press MENU to sort the list and delete entries DSC Directory The DSC Directory acts much like a phone book and can hold up to 50 entries Pressing MENU fro

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