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Identifies the main components of the GPSMAP device, including touchscreen and memory card slots.
Explains basic touch interactions like tap, drag, swipe, and pinch for navigating the interface.
Provides step-by-step instructions on how to insert microSD cards into the chartplotter.
Describes the main overlay providing access to all chartplotter features and functions.
Explains how to add frequently used features to the Pinned category for quick access.
Guides on reordering items within categories for easier navigation and customization.
Explains how to automatically hide the menu bar for increased screen space.
Allows setting the boat type for customized chartplotter settings and features.
Guides on adjusting screen brightness for optimal visibility in various lighting conditions.
Explains how to personalize the image that appears when the chartplotter turns on.
Details customizing screen layouts and data shown in SmartMode or combination pages.
Restores station screen layouts to their original factory default settings.
Guides on customizing, renaming, editing, or deleting saved presets.
Explains how to save current screen customizations as a new preset.
Details enabling and using voice commands with a compatible headset.
Step-by-step guide to connect a wireless headset for voice control.
Details pairing and using the GRID remote control device.
Guides on connecting a mobile device to the chartplotter via the ActiveCaptain app.
Details how notifications appear and available actions on the chartplotter.
Explains how to control notification visibility on specific chartplotters.
Guides on using the app to download and install software updates.
Details purchasing and accessing chart updates and additional content.
Step-by-step guide to buying chart subscriptions via the ActiveCaptain app.
Instructions on activating a purchased chart subscription card.
Details setting up and connecting to the chartplotter's Wi-Fi network.
Instructions for connecting external devices to the Wi-Fi network.
How to change the Wi-Fi channel to resolve interference issues.
Step-by-step guide for pairing a wireless remote with the chartplotter.
Guides on enabling and connecting a wireless wind sensor to the device.
How to set the wind sensor's orientation for accurate wind readings.
Explains how to obtain and use detailed Garmin Navionics+ charts.
Guides on activating chart subscriptions for full features.
How to measure distances between points directly on the chart.
Guides on marking a location on the chart as a waypoint.
Details the underwater view provided by Fish Eye 3D charts.
Explains the meaning of various symbols used for AIS targets on the chart.
How to configure the display of AIS vessels on charts.
How to view a list of potential AIS threats.
Adjusts the appearance of chart items and data layers.
Enables bottom contour drawing and fishing map label creation.
Adjusts general chart settings for optimal viewing.
Details settings for chart layers like Satellite Photos and Tides & Currents.
Settings for displaying vessel-related information like heading lines.
How to display laylines for sailing, requiring a wind sensor.
Settings for displaying observed and forecasted weather information.
Customizes map perspective, orientation, detail, and size.
Step-by-step guide to recording sonar data for contour maps.
How to access the community via the ActiveCaptain app.
Guides on downloading maps shared by other users via the app.
How to share created contour maps via Garmin Connect.
Guides on downloading maps shared by other users via Garmin Connect.
Takes you directly to the destination, creating a straight-line course.
Creates a route with turns to avoid obstacles and land.
Plots the best path to destination, avoiding land and obstacles.
How to save the current location as a waypoint.
Guides on creating waypoints by entering coordinates or using the chart.
Guides on modifying existing waypoints (name, symbol, position).
Guides on creating a route directly from the current position.
How to create and save multi-turn routes.
Guides on setting up and navigating an Auto Guidance path.
How to disable active or all sonar transmissions.
Describes the split-frequency view for dual-frequency transducers.
Explains the split-zoom view showing readings and magnified portions.
Describes the 2D view below the boat for bait balls and fish.
Describes the 2D view in front of the boat for bait balls and fish.
Describes the live view in front of or below the boat for fish and structures.
How to select the correct transducer type for sonar function.
How to choose the data source for a sonar view.
How to adjust gain or brightness to control detail and noise.
How to manually or automatically set zoom levels for sonar views.
How to adjust the rate at which sonar images move across the screen.
How to adjust the depth or width scale range for sonar views.
How to configure sonar screen appearance (color, A-Scope, Edge).
Guidance on reading and interpreting radar displays.
How to overlay radar information onto navigation charts.
How to adjust sea clutter for choppy sea conditions.
How to adjust rain clutter to improve target visibility.
Settings for radar source, display, orientation, and installation.
Notes on proper installation and configuration by a qualified installer.
How to choose the heading source for the autopilot.
How to access the autopilot control screen.
How to adjust the size of steering turns in step steering mode.
How to adjust rudder activity to conserve power.
Explains the elements of the autopilot overlay bar.
How to engage the autopilot to maintain heading.
How to use the U-turn pattern to turn the boat 180 degrees.
How to use the circles pattern to steer in a continuous circle.
How to use the zigzag pattern for port-to-starboard steering.
How to assign autopilot actions to watch buttons.
Steps to wirelessly connect a Reactor remote to the chartplotter.
How to reassign functions to the remote control's action keys.
Explains the display elements of the Yamaha autopilot screen.
How to wirelessly connect the Force trolling motor to the chartplotter.
How to assign shortcuts to the trolling motor remote control.
How to calibrate the trolling motor compass for autopilot features.
How connecting VHF enables DSC features like distress calls.
How to enable Digital Selective Calling on the chartplotter.
How the DSC list logs calls and contacts.
How the chartplotter alerts and displays DSC distress calls.
How to navigate to the position of a vessel in distress.
How to access and view various engine and system gauges.
How to edit displayed data for individual gauges.
How to set operating limits for engine and fuel gauges.
How to configure how many engines are displayed in gauges.
Guides on configuring the number of engines displayed in gauges.
How to change the data displayed in customizable items.
How to sync fuel levels with actual fuel added to the vessel.
How to view wind information, requiring a wind sensor.
How to configure the sailing wind gauge for true or apparent wind.
How to specify the range for close-hauled wind gauge scales.
How to reset trip data like odometer and speed readings.
How to view graphs of environmental data like depth and wind.
How to disable filtering for wind speed and angle graphs.
How to connect an inReach device for message management.
How incoming inReach messages appear and are handled.
How to send predefined preset or check-in messages.
How to initiate a new message conversation with contacts.
How to send predefined quick messages.
How to customize digital switching pages on the chartplotter.
Information on configuring the Garmin Boat Switch device.
How to select which switches are displayed on the chartplotter.
How to configure navigation lighting options for channels 1 and 2.
How to manually operate bilge pumps using chartplotter switches.
How to control the Power-Pole anchor system via the chartplotter.
How to enable the Power-Pole overlay for control.
How to add the Mercury Troll overlay to chartplotter screens.
How to add the Mercury Cruise Control overlay to screens.
How to add the Mercury Engine overlay to chartplotter screens.
How to activate the Optimus overlay bar for system control.
Explains symbols used in the Optimus overlay bar.
How to view tide station information for specific dates and times.
How to view current station information for specific dates and times.
How to view sunrise, sunset, moon phase, and sky view information.
How to access and review messages in the Warning Manager.
How to sort and filter the list of alarm messages.
How to open and access the media player after connecting a device.
How to select the stereo or media device and source for playback.
How to adjust volume and audio levels for connected media devices.
How to designate a speaker zone as the home zone for playback controls.
How to adjust the volume for specific speaker zones.
How to create stereo groups for networked Fusion stereos.
How to browse for music from available media sources.
How to enable alphabetical search for finding songs or albums.
How to set the tuner region for receiving radio stations.
How to tune to different radio stations.
How to change station selection modes (Manual, Auto, Favorite).
How to select the region for receiving DAB stations.
How to scan for and find available DAB stations.
How to find the SiriusXM Radio ID for subscription activation.
How to unlock parental controls using a passcode.
How to lock specific SiriusXM channels using parental controls.
Details required equipment and subscriptions for SiriusXM weather.
How weather warnings and bulletins are displayed on the chart.
How to view city, marine, and other forecasts on the chart.
How to view fish mapping data for locating fish species.
How to view information about surface conditions like winds and waves.
How wave data is displayed on the Sea Conditions chart.
How to change the color range for sea surface temperature readings.
How forecast visibility is displayed on the screen.
How to select the video feed source.
How to alternate between multiple video sources.
Information on connecting networked video devices like cameras.
How to save video presets for networked cameras.
How to name saved video presets.
How to link a camera to a specific video source input.
How to use on-screen controls for pan-tilt-zoom cameras.
How to use advanced camera tracking features like Compass Lock and Vessel Lock.
How to connect a VIRB 360 camera using WPS.
How to connect a standard VIRB action camera using Wi-Fi.
How to connect and control VIRB cameras wirelessly.
How to delete videos or images from a VIRB camera.
How to view a slideshow of videos and images from a VIRB camera.
Settings related to display, satellite positioning, and system information.
Settings for beeper, audio output, backlight, color mode, and startup image.
Settings for station configuration, device pairing, and layout.
How to view software version, basemap, and unit ID.
How to set units of measure, variance, position format, and map datum.
Settings for route labels, turn transitions, speed sources, and Auto Guidance.
How to view a list of connected devices on the vessel network.
Settings for NMEA 0183 ports, output sentences, and precision.
How to name devices and sensors on the Marine and NMEA 2000 networks.
How the Garmin Marine Network allows data sharing between devices.
Settings for arrival, anchor drag, and off course alarms.
How to set an alarm for when the vessel drifts outside an allowable radius.
How to set alarms for shallow water, deep water, fish, and contour.
How to set weather alarms, requiring a weather device and subscription.
How to set an alarm for remaining onboard fuel level.
How to view diagnostic info and change transducers.
Settings for keel offset and anchor parameters.
Settings for fuel remaining and tank capacity.
How to select file types for importing/exporting waypoints and routes.
How to back up device data to a computer via a memory card.
How to restore backed-up data from a computer to the chartplotter.
Details the Garmin Express desktop app for software and chart updates.
How to install the Garmin Express app on a computer.
How to update device software using ActiveCaptain app or Garmin Express.
How to install software updates from a memory card.
How to safely clean the device screen.
Steps to resolve issues with acquiring GPS satellite signals.
How to resolve issues with waypoint creation due to map datum mismatches.
Detailed dimensions, display, power, and environmental specs for 7x3.
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