MLR FX412 - User Manual

FX312 & FX412 VERSION 2.0
MLR ELECTRONIQUE
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing the MLR FX312 GPS or the MLR FX412 DGPS Navigator. We are
confident it will give you many years of excellent service and you will enjoy exploring the
numerous functions available from this state of the art GPS or DGPS.
For further information or technical help, please do not hesitate to contact your local dealer or
MLR Electronique in Vallet, who will be pleased to help you.
If you have chosen the FX312, you will be able to upgrade its accuracy by connecting it to the
MLR DF300 Differential Beacon Receiver, or by modifying it into a FX412. For more
information, contact your local dealer.
Yours sincerely,
Jean Pierre MAQUAIRE
C.E.O

Summary

GPS Unit Overview and Basic Operation

Using Your GPS Device

Position Display Functionality

Go To Waypoint Functions

Features for navigating to a selected waypoint.

Route Navigation and Plotter Functions

Route Navigation with Go To Function

Instructions on activating and using the Go To Route function for navigation.

Activate Go To Route Function

Steps to select and activate a route for navigation.

Entering a New Route

Plotter Display: Track and Position Visualization

Graphic representation of tracks, waypoints, and vessel position.

Activate Home Function for Retracing Tracks

Specialized Functions and System Configuration

Man Over Board (MOB) and Mark Functions

Features for emergency position marking and event waypoint recording.

Activating Man Over Board (MOB) Function

Quickly record an emergency position for return.

Simulator Functionality for Practice

Using Differential GPS (DGPS) Mode

Instructions for operating in DGPS mode with various receivers.

Using FX412 Integrated DGPS Receiver

Operate the FX412 in DGPS mode using its built-in receiver.

GPS Initialization and Configuration

Setting up and configuring the GPS unit for optimal performance.

System Menu Settings

Access and configure system-wide settings like coordinates and language.

Navigation Menu Settings

Configure navigation parameters such as units, alarms, and filters.

Beginners Guide and Essential Operations

Beginners Guide to GPS Operation

Powering the GPS On and Off

Keyboard Operation Guide

Equipment Details and Installation Procedures

Common Specifications for FX312 & FX412

FX412 Specific DGPS Features

GPS Unit Installation Instructions

Steps for physically installing and connecting the GPS receiver.

Antenna Placement and Installation

Eliminating DGPS Interference (FX412)

MLR FX412 Specifications

General

Type	Handheld
Channels	12
Antenna	Internal
Waypoints	500
Waterproof	Yes
Display Type	LCD