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Garmin GPS V User Manual

Garmin GPS V
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GPS V OM Covers.indd 09/26/01, 4:48 PM1

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Garmin GPS V Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGarmin
ModelGPS V
CategoryGPS
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Welcome / Packing List

Lists items included in the GPS V package and provides initial setup guidance.

Warnings and Cautions

Important safety warnings and cautions for using the GPS V device, especially in vehicles.

Map Data

Information about the source, accuracy, and usage of map data.

Software License Agreement

Terms and conditions governing the use of the GPS V software.

FCC Compliance

Information regarding the device's compliance with FCC regulations.

Limited Warranty

Details of the warranty provided for the GPS V product.

Reference: Unit Description and Operation

Unit Description

Identifies and describes the physical parts of the GPS V unit.

Keypad Usage

Explains the function of each button on the GPS V keypad.

Features/Data Entry

Describes how to enter data and use features like cursor and scroll bars.

Battery Installation

Instructions for installing AA batteries in the GPS V.

Turning the GPS V On (and Off)

Steps to power the GPS V unit on and off, including self-test sequence.

Screen Contrast and Backlighting

How to adjust display contrast and backlighting for better visibility.

Unit Pages at a Glance

Overview of main display pages (Satellite, Map, Trip) and navigation.

Main Page Sequence

How to switch between the main GPS V pages using PAGE and QUIT keys.

Reference: Satellite Status Page

Satellite Status Page

Explains the Satellite Status Page, sky view, and signal strength.

Receiver Status

Describes the different receiver status conditions shown on the Satellite Status Page.

Satellite Status Page Options

Explains options for the Satellite Status Page like 'Use Indoors' and 'Track Up'.

Reference: Map Page

Map Page

Overview of the Map Page, showing current position, route, and navigation info.

Zooming, Panning and Pointing

How to change map scale, pan, and use the pointer on the Map Page.

Map Page Navigation Information

Details navigation information displayed on the Map Page.

Map Page Options

How to access and use the options menu for the Map Page.

Setup Map

How to configure map display preferences like detail and orientation.

Settings Descriptions

Explains various settings within the Map Setup, like Map Detail and Orientation.

Change Fields

How to customize data fields displayed on the Map Page.

Measure Distance

How to measure distance and bearing between two points on the map.

MapSource Info

How to view info about downloaded maps and enable/disable them.

Reference: Trip Information Page

Trip Information Page

Explains the Trip Information Page and its usefulness for long trips.

Trip Information Page Options

How to access and use options for the Trip Information Page, like Reset.

Change Fields

How to choose data displayed on user-selectable fields of the Trip Info Page.

Restore Defaults

How to reset Trip Info Page data fields to their default settings.

To average position samples and save the result as a waypoint

How to create a more accurate waypoint by averaging positions.

Reference: Finding Locations

Using Find

Introduction to the Find Menu for searching locations.

Finding items ‘By Nameʼ or ‘Nearest’

How to search for items by name or by proximity.

Finding an Address or an Intersection

How to find addresses and intersections using MapSource City Select data.

Recently Found Places

How to locate previously found places using the 'Recently Found Places' option.

Reference: Routing and Navigation

Using Goto or Routes

Options for selecting a destination, including FIND, Automatic, and Manual routes.

For Automatic Routes

Steps for creating automatic routes.

For Manual Routes

Steps for creating manual routes by adding locations sequentially.

To save a Goto or automatic route

How to save a current route for later use.

To select and navigate a saved route

How to select and start navigating a previously saved route.

To stop navigating a route

Steps to stop the current navigation session.

To delete a route or delete all routes

How to delete individual routes or all saved routes.

To rename a route

How to change the name of a saved route.

To edit a route

Steps to edit a manual route by inserting, removing, or changing waypoints.

Reference: Current Route Page

Current Route Page

Overview of the Current Route Page display and its components.

Current Route Page Options

How to access and use options for the Current Route Page.

Recalculate

How to recalculate the current route from your location.

Use Detour

How to use the detour feature to bypass congested or closed roads.

Save Route

How to save the current route for future use.

Show Arrival Times (or Show Times to Go)

How to switch between displaying arrival times and time to go.

Reference: Next Turn Page

Next Turn Page

Explains the Next Turn Page, which shows detailed turn instructions and map.

Reference: Direction Finder Page

Direction Finder Page

Overview of the Direction Finder Page for off-road or manual routes.

Direction Finder Page Options

How to access and use options for the Direction Finder Page.

Big Numbers (or Small Numbers)

How to change the layout of the Direction Finder Page.

Course Pointer (or Bearing Pointer)

How to change the function of the pointer on the graphic compass.

Reference: Waypoints

Waypoints

Introduction to marking and managing waypoints.

Marking Your Location as a Waypoint

Steps to save the current location as a waypoint.

To average position samples and save the result as a waypoint

How to create a more accurate waypoint by averaging positions.

To create a projected waypoint by referencing another waypoint

How to create a waypoint by specifying bearing and distance from another point.

Reference: Main Menu

Main Menu

Overview of the Main Menu and its features.

Main Menu: Routes

Details on route functions accessible from the Main Menu.

Main Menu: Tracks

Explanation of track logs and the TracBack feature.

To set up the track log recording function

How to configure track log recording settings like interval and wrap-around.

To use the TrackBack feature

How to retrace steps using the TrackBack feature.

Reference: Main Menu: Setup

Main Menu: Setup

Introduction to the Setup Pages for customizing GPS V preferences.

Main Menu: Setup: System

How to configure system settings like mode, battery, backlight, and display.

Main Menu: Setup: Time

How to set time format, time zone, and daylight savings.

Main Menu: Setup: Guidance

How to configure guidance settings like off-route recalculation.

Main Menu: Setup: Routing

How to set routing preferences like faster time, shorter distance, or off road.

Main Menu: Setup: Units

How to change units of measure for distance, speed, heading, and elevation.

Main Menu: Setup: Timers

How to set up user timers and battery timers.

Main Menu: Setup: Location

How to change location format and map datum.

Main Menu: Setup: Alarms

How to configure anchor drag and proximity alarms.

To enable/disable the proximity alarm

Steps to enable or disable proximity alarms and set radius.

Main Menu: Setup: Interface

How to control input/output formats for connecting to other devices.

Reference: Main Menu: Accessories

Main Menu: Accessories

Overview of accessory pages like Sun & Moon, Hunt & Fish, etc.

Main Menu: Accessories: Sun & Moon

How to display sun and moon locations, sunrise/sunset times.

Main Menu: Accessories: Hunt & Fish

How to display hunting and fishing predictions for a date and location.

Main Menu: Accessories: Calendar

How to use the calendar to add and manage notes.

Main Menu: Accessories: Gas Mileage

How to calculate gas mileage using trip odometer and gallons purchased.

Main Menu: Accessories: Games

How to play the Breakout game on the GPS V.

Appendix A: Wiring/Interfacing

Wiring/Interfacing

Information on connecting the GPS V to PCs, receivers, and power sources.

Appendix B: Maintenance and Accessories

Maintenance and Accessories

Guidelines for cleaning, storage, and using GARMIN accessories.

Appendix C: Messages

Messages

Explains on-screen messages related to unit operation and errors.

Appendix D: Specifications

Specifications

Technical specifications for the GPS V, including physical and performance details.

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