Owner’s

Manual &
Reference
GARMIN International, 1200 E. 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062 USA
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GARMIN Corporation, No. 68, Jangshu 2nd Road, Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan
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January 2001 Part # 190-00162-00 Rev. B Printed in Taiwan.

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Thank You! About This Manual

Thank you for choosing the GARMIN GPS III+ — an easy-to-use GPS navigator for marine, automotive
and outdoor use! The GPS III+ represents GARMIN’s continuing commitment to provide quality navigation
information in a versatile and user-friendly flexible design you’ll enjoy for years. To get the most from your
new GPS, take the time to read through the owner’s manual in order to understand the operating features of
the GPS III+. This manual is organized into three sections for your convenience:
Section One (Getting Started) introduces you to the basic features of the unit and provides a quick-start
orientation to the GPS III+.
Section Two (Simulator Tour) provides a step-by-step lesson in how your new GPS III+ would operate in
the real world by utilizing the built-in simulator mode.
Section Three (Reference) provides details about the advanced features and operations of the GPS
III+ by topic.
Before getting started with your GPS, check to see that your GARMIN GPS III+ package includes the
following items. If you are missing any parts, please contact your dealer immediately.
Standard Package:
• GPS III+ Unit with Detachable Antenna
• Wrist Strap
• GPS III+ Owner’s Manual
• Quick Reference Card
• Velcro Mount
• PC Interface Cable

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Cautions
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CAUTION: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the government of the United States,
which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system is subject to changes which could
affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Although the GPS III+ is a precision electronic
NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.

WARNING: For vehicular applications, it’s the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the GPS III+
to secure the GPS unit so that it will not cause damage or personal injury in the event of an accident. Do
not mount the GPS III+ over airbag panels or in a place where the driver or passengers are likely to have an
impact with it in an accident or collision. The mounting hardware provided by GARMIN is not warranted
against collision damage or the consequences thereof.

WARNING: For vehicular operations, it is the sole responsibility of the operator of the vehicle to operate
his or her vehicle in a safe manner, maintain full surveillance of all driving conditions at all times, and never
become distracted by the GPS III+ to the exclusion of safe operating practices. It is unsafe to operate the GPS
III+ while you are driving. Failure by the operator of a vehicle equipped with a GPS III+ to pay full attention
to operating the vehicle and road conditions while the vehicle is in motion could result in an accident or
collision with property damage and personal injury.

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 as required in product literature and copyright
messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain inaccurate or incomplete data to some
degree. This is particularly true outside the United States, where complete and accurate digital data is either
not available or prohibitively expensive.
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FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC limits for Class B digital devices. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Furthermore, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to other equipment, which can be determined by
turning the affected equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by
relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to a different circuit than the affected equipment.
Consult an authorized dealer or other qualified service technician for additional help if these remedies
do not correct the problem.
Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
The GPS III+ does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be made by an authorized
GARMIN service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void your warranty and authority to
operate this device under Part 15 regulations.

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Limited Warranty

GARMIN Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for
one year from the date of purchase. GARMIN will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components which
fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor.
The customer is, however, responsible for any transportation costs. This warranty does not cover failures due
to abuse, misuse, accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs.
THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE. THIS
WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO
USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU.
To obtain warranty service, call the GARMIN Customer Service department (913-397-8200) for a returned
merchandise tracking number. The unit should be securely packaged with the tracking number clearly marked
on the outside of the package, and sent freight prepaid and insured to a GARMIN warranty service station.
A copy of the original sales receipt is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs. GARMIN
retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of the purchase
price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY
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Registration

Customer Service Product Registration

Help us better support you by completing our on-line registration today! Have the serial number of your
GPS III+ handy and connect to our web site (www.garmin.com). Look for the Product Registration link on
the Home page. You can also find current user's manuals, updated unit operating software, FAQs and more
on the Support page. Also, be sure to record your serial number in the area provided below.
NOTE: If you have previously registered a GARMIN product purchase using a mail-in registration
card, we invite you to re-register using our on-line system. Many services provided by our new product
registration system are now being automated and re-registering your purchase ensures you the best
possible support from GARMIN.
Why should you register your GARMIN GPS unit:
• Notification of Product Updates
• Notification of New Products
• Lost or Stolen unit tracking
Serial Number
Use this area to record the serial number (8-digit number located on the back of the unit) in case
it is lost, stolen, or needs service. Be sure to keep your original sales receipt in a safe place or attach
a photocopy inside the manual.
Serial Number:

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION Marking Waypoint Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Going to a Waypoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii Active Route Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
FCC Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii SIMULATOR TOUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv REFERENCE
GETTING STARTED Satellite Status Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Unit Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Satellite Status Page Options . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Keypad Usage / Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Position Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Position Page Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
What is GPS? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Map Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Highway Exits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Main Page Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Map Page Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Satellite Status Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Compass Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Position Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Compass Page Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Map Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Highway Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Compass Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Highway Page Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Highway Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Waypoints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Waypoint Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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Nearest Waypoints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
GOTO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
GOTO Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
MOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
TracBack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Routes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Route Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Active Route Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Active Route Page Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
APPENDIX A: Dashboard Mounting . . . . . . . . . 86
APPENDIX B: Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
APPENDIX C: Wiring/Interfacing . . . . . . . . . . . 88
APPENDIX D: Antenna/Remote Mounting . . . . 89
APPENDIX E: Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
APPENDIX F: Map Datums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
APPENDIX G: Navigation Terms . . . . . . . . . . . 95
APPENDIX H: Time Offsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
APPENDIX I : Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 vii
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REFERENCE
Proximity
"How To" Waypoints
Index

This list is provided to help you quickly find some of the more important procedures you will use on your
new GPS III+.
TO DO THIS: SEE PAGE(S):
Turn the unit on or off .............................................................. 5
Initialize the GPS receiver (first time use) ................................. 5
Adjust screen contrast or backlighting .................................... 25
Enter data and select options .................................................... 2
Learn how to operate the unit’s function keys........................... 2
Mark your present location as a waypoint.......................... 14,22
Goto a destination.............................................................. 15,55
Create and use a route ............................................................ 60
Learn about the map page ................................................. 10,33
Pan using the map arrow ................................................... 20,34
Zoom in or out on the Map page ....................................... 10,33
Reconfigure the Map Page display........................................... 36
Access the Main Menu ............................................................ 69
Change units of measure (statute, nautical, metric) ................ 78
Change the displayed time (zone)........................................... 80
Set alarms ............................................................................... 81
See current position, date and time...................................... 9,20
View a unit message................................................................ 90
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Unit Features

Antenna
(detachable)

Function Keys

Power/Backlight
Key (red)

Rocker Keypad

LCD Display
To change the screen
orientation, press and Battery Door
hold the PAGE key.

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Keypad Usage / Display
Pressing UP or DOWN on the ROCKER
KEYPAD changes numbers and letters.
(POWER)— Red key turns the unit on and off, and Cursor
controls three levels of screen backlighting intensity.
(PAGE)— Scrolls main pages in sequence and returns
display from a menu/options page to a main page. Press Pressing LEFT or RIGHT on the ROCKER
and hold this key to change screen orientation. KEYPAD moves the cursor along the line
or to the next line.
(MENU)— Displays a menu of available options for
the current page. Press twice to display the Main Menu. DATA ENTRY— Entering data, such as waypoint
(GOTO)— Displays the GOTO waypoint window, names, typically begins and ends with the ENTER/
allowing you to select the destination waypoint. Press MARK key. Use the rocker keypad to enter the actual
and hold this key to activate MOB feature. data: UP/DOWN to change the highlighted character,
(ENTER/MARK)— Activates highlighted fields and RIGHT to move on to the next character.
confirms menu options and data entry. Press and hold CURSOR— A solid black bar which can be moved
this key to mark present position as a waypoint. up, down, left, and right with the keypad to select
(QUIT)— Returns the display to a previous page or individual fields on the display.
restores a data field’s previous value. FIELD— The location on a page where a group of
(IN and OUT)— Allows you to zoom in/out through characters or option is entered and displayed.
24 scales on the Map Page. Also adjusts scale on the HIGHLIGHT— The act of using the cursor to select a
Highway Page. field for the purpose of entering data.
(ROCKER KEYPAD)— Controls the movement of SCROLL— The act of moving through characters or
the cursor, is used to select options and positions, and options from a selected field.
to enter data. DEFAULT— A system-selected format, built into the
operating software or the unit’s memory, that will be
2 followed unless the user chooses a different setting.
 GETTING STARTED
The GPS III+ operates on 4 AA batteries (not included), which are installed at the
base of the unit. These batteries provide up to 36 hours of continuous use (See page Battery Installation
87). Rechargeable NiCad or lithium batteries may also be used.

H
Polarity
Markings
NOTE: The on-screen battery level indicator is calibrated for alkaline batteries,
and will not be accurate when using NiCad or lithium batteries (see page 77).
To install the batteries:
1. Flip up the metal ring at the base of the unit, and turn the ring 90° counterclockwise.

2. Install the batteries and close the battery compartment door. When replacing the GPS
III+’s batteries, observe the polarity markings engraved in the plastic case.

3. Lock the door in the closed position by rotating the metal ring 90° clockwise.

Battery life varies due to a variety of factors, including temperature, use of

an external antenna, and backlighting. You may find that the battery life varies
in different conditions and that lithium batteries provide longer life in colder
conditions. An internal 10-year lithium battery will retain your data while you’re
changing batteries.

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The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a system of 24 satellites which circle the
What is GPS? earth twice a day in a very precise orbit and transmit information to earth. The GPS
III+ must continuously “see” at least three of these satellites to calculate your position
and track your movement. At times, additional satellites may be needed to determine
a position. Visit the GARMIN web site for more information on GPS.
By using an almanac (a timetable of satellite numbers and their orbits) stored in
the receiver’s memory, the GPS III+ can determine the distance and position of any
GPS satellite and use this information to compute your position.
Your GPS receiver can only see satellites above the horizon, so it needs to know
what satellites to look for at any given time. To use this almanac data, your GPS needs
Hold the receiver at a to either be told its general location (“initialized”) or given the opportunity to find
comfortable height with the itself. Once you initialize the unit to a position, it will typically compute a fix within a
antenna pointing up. few minutes. We’ll show you how to initialize your new GPS III+ on page 5.
Initialization is only necessary under the following conditions:
• The first time you use your receiver (new from the factory).
• After the receiver has been moved over 500 miles (with the power off)
from the last time you used it.
• If the receiver’s memory has been cleared and all internally stored data
When new (or if a position has been lost.
cannot be determined after Because the GPS III+ relies on satellite signals to provide you with navigation
10 minutes), the GPS III+ guidance, the receiver needs to have an unobstructed, clear view of the sky for best
will prompt you to initialize performance. In a nutshell, the GPS receiver’s view of the sky will generally determine
the receiver. The unit needs a how fast you get a position fix—or if you get a fix at all. GPS signals are relatively
starting position to determine weak and do not travel through rocks, buildings, people, or metal, so remember to
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which satellites are in view. keep a clear view of the sky at all times for best performance.
 GETTING STARTED
Once the GPS III+ has calculated a position fix, you’ll usually have anywhere from
five to twelve satellites in view. The receiver will then continuously select the best Initialization
satellites in view to update your position. If some of the satellites in view get blocked
or “shaded,” the receiver can simply use an alternate satellite to maintain the position
fix. Although a GPS receiver needs four satellites to provide a three-dimensional
(3D) fix, it can maintain a two-dimensional (2D) fix with only three satellites. A
three-dimensional fix means the unit knows its latitude, longitude, and altitude, while
a two-dimensional fix means the unit knows only its latitude and longitude.
Initializing Your GPS III+
Check the Satellite Status
To initialize the GPS III+, take the receiver outside and find an open area where the
antenna has a clear view of the sky. You may either hold the receiver at a comfortable Page for ‘2D Navigation’ or
height with the antenna pointing up (see page 4), or mount the receiver on the dash ‘3D Navigation’ to verify a
of a vehicle (Appendix A) or on a bike. (Likewise, when you use your GPS III+ in a position fix.
vehicle, make sure the antenna is pointing up.)
To turn the GPS III+ on, press and hold the red power key.
The Welcome Page will be displayed while the unit conducts a self test. Once
testing is complete, the Welcome Page will be replaced by a warning page, then by the
Satellite Status Page. A message will inform you to “select initialization method”. (If
the initialization prompt has not automatically appeared, press MENU and highlight
‘Initialize Position’ and press ENTER.)
To initialize your unit:
1. Press ENTER to acknowledge the message and see a list of initialization options. To initialize the GPS III+,
designate your approximate
2. Use the rocker keypad to highlight ‘Use Map’, and press ENTER. location directly on the map
3. Use the rocker keypad to point the map cursor to your approximate location (within 250 display. Use the rocker keypad
miles). You may also wish to use the IN and OUT zoom keys to make it easier to identify and IN/OUT zoom keys to
your approximate position. position the cursor on the
4. Press ENTER to select the position and begin searching for satellites. map. 5
 GETTING STARTED This usually provides a position fix in 1 minute. You’ll know you have a fix when
Initialization the unit automatically transitions from the Satellite Page to the Map Page, unless you
have manually changed pages (shown left). Your receiver is now ready to use!
To turn the unit off:
1. Press and hold the red power key for 1 second.
Troubleshooting
If you have trouble initializing or getting a position fix, check the following:
Once the GPS III+ has a posi- • Does the receiver have a clear view of the sky?
tion fix, it will automatically If there are large buildings or mountains, or if there is heavy tree cover, the receiver
transition from the Satellite may not be receiving enough satellite signals to calculate a fix. Also, if you’re using
Status Page to the Map Page. the GPS III+ on a car dash, make sure the unit is placed so that it has the clearest
possible view of the sky. Your GPS will only be able to detect satellites that it can
“see” through your vehicle’s windshield. Depending on the slope of your dash or
the overall surface area of the window, it may be necessary to mount an external
antenna on your vehicle’s roof or trunk in order to give the unit a better view of the
sky. (Contact your local GARMIN dealer or GARMIN Sales and inquire about the
GA 26C low-profile remote antenna, part number 010-10052-04.)
• Have you selected the right area when initializing?
Check for the correct approximate position on the Map Page (press PAGE
If powering the III+ with until the Map Page appears; see pages 7 and 10), or reselect your approximate
external power, and the exter- location to restart the initialization.
nal power is lost, the unit will
automatically turn off after 30 • Have you moved more than 500 miles from the last calculated position
seconds. with the receiver off?
Reinitialize the receiver by selecting your approximate position on the map, or
6 select ‘AutoLocate’ from the Satellite Status Page options (see page 29).
 GETTING STARTED
Main Page Sequence

Satellite Status Page Position Page

Press the PAGE key to move

through each of the main
pages in normal fashion.

Active Route Page Map Page

Highway Page Compass Page

Press the QUIT key to
To turn the GPS III+ back on, press and hold the red power key. sequence through the main
pages in reverse order.
The GPS III+ features six main pages which are linked together in a chain. You can
quickly scroll through the pages in either direction using the PAGE or QUIT keys. Let’s
briefly tour each of these pages in order to give you some insight into how they help
you navigate. We’ll go over all of them in more detail in the reference section. 7
 GETTING STARTED
Let’s start with the Satellite Status Page, which is the page you’ll view while
Satellite Status Page your unit is getting a position fix. If you’re not already on this page, press PAGE or
QUIT until it appears. The Satellite Status Page shows you status information that
helps you understand what the receiver is doing at any given time, and it’s a page
that you’ll want to occasionally refer back to as you use your unit. It features a sky
view of available satellites, corresponding signal strength bars, the status of your
current position fix (acquiring, 2D, 3D, etc.), and your estimated position error
(EPE). You can also tell how much battery power is remaining, and you can adjust
the screen contrast/backlighting by pressing the rocker keypad.
The signal strength bars give
you an indication of what sat- Satellites are indicated on the sky view and the signal strength bars by their
ellites are visible to the receiv- corresponding number, from 01 through 32. The sky view shows where it is looking
er, whether or not they’re being in the sky for each satellite, by indicating the direction and elevation (angle above
used to calculate a position fix, the horizon). The signal strength bars depict the relative strength of the signal from
and the signal quality. each satellite being received. The taller the bar, the stronger the signal.

Receiver Status Signal Strength Bar

If satellite reception is lost,

or an insufficient number of Battery Level Sky View
satellites are available, you Indicator
will be alerted with a ‘Poor Satellite Status Page
Coverage’ receiver status and
message.
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The Position Page shows you where you are, what direction you’re heading, and
how fast you’re going—and it’s the page you’ll want to use when you don’t have a Position Page
destination selected.
A graphic compass display at the top of the page shows your direction of travel
(track) while you’re moving, while six user-selectable data fields below display your
current speed, average speed, trip odometer, trip timer, and sunrise/sunset times at
your current position. “User-selectable” means you can change them to display other
information. We’ll cover these fields more in the reference section.
Below the user-selectable data fields are additional data fields to display your Position Page showing UTM
current position, along with current time and date. The current position readout can coordinates for use with
be in latitude/longitude, UTM/UPS, Loran TD, MGRS, Maidenhead or one of several USGS topographic maps, etc.
regional grids. Current time and date can be in local time or UTC (Coordinated
Universal Time).

Track Compass
Trip Odometer

The trip odometer, trip timer

Current Position Current Time and average speed readings
Coordinates and Date can all be reset from the ‘Trip
Position Page Computer’ option on the Main
Menu. See page 74.
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The Map Page shows your movement using a real-time track log (an electronic
Map Page breadcrumb trail that appears directly on the map as you’re traveling), and your
present position as a pointer icon in the center of the map. The Map Page also
shows any nearby lakes, rivers, highways and towns. Use the zoom keys (IN and
OUT) to adjust the map to the desired scale.
To change the map scale:
1. Press the IN zoom key to select a smaller scale and more detail for a smaller area.
With the map oriented to 2. Press the OUT zoom key to select a larger scale and display a larger area.
‘track up’, the pointer always
points up and the map rotates
The map can be oriented with the top of the page always pointing north,
to your current direction of oriented along your desired course, or it can automatically rotate to keep your
travel (track). Note the north current direction of travel (track) at the top of the screen. The default setting is
indicator on the map. ‘North Up’, which keeps the top of the page always pointing north.
Nearby waypoints are depicted on the map with any one of over 70 different
symbols, with the waypoint name shown directly above the symbol. We’ll cover
more about the GPS III+’s waypoint features and the Map Page in the reference
section of this manual.

Data Fields
You can also select a full- Present Position
screen map from the Map
Page Options. See page 37.
Nearby Waypoint

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 GETTING STARTED
The GPS III+ features two different navigation pages: Compass and Highway. The
Compass Page is first. This page provides graphic steering guidance to a destination Compass Page
waypoint, with an emphasis on the bearing to your destination and current direction
of travel. (The Highway Page places greater emphasis on the straight-line desired
course and the distance and direction you are off course.) The middle of the page
features a rotating ‘compass ring’ that shows your course over ground (track) while
you’re moving, and a bearing pointer that indicates the direction of the destination
(bearing) relative to the course over ground. The compass ring and pointer arrow
work independently to show—at a glance—the direction of your movement and the If the bearing pointer points
direction to your destination. For instance, if the arrow points up, you are going up, your are going directly
directly to the waypoint. If the arrow points any direction other than up, turn toward to your destination. If not,
the arrow until it points up—then continue in that direction. turn toward the arrow until
The current speed and distance to the destination waypoint are displayed at it points up, then continue in
the top of the screen. The bottom of the page displays the time to the destination that direction.
waypoint and the current time. This page provides better steering guidance than
the Highway Page when travelling at slower speeds and/or when making frequent
directional changes.

Pointer Current Speed

(Bearing to and Distance to The ‘Big Numbers’ option
Destination) Waypoint (available from the Compass
Page Options) shows a much
smaller compass display and
Time to Waypoint
Compass Ring larger data field characters.
and Current Time
See page 44.
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The GPS III+’s Highway Page also provides graphic steering guidance to a
Highway Page destination waypoint. As you head toward your destination, the middle of the screen
provides visual guidance to your waypoint on a moving graphic “highway.” Your
present position is at the bottom center of the highway display. The line down the
middle of the highway represents your desired course. As you navigate toward a
waypoint, the highway will actually move—indicating the direction you’re off course.
To stay on course, simply move toward the center of the highway.
The top of the page indicates speed and distance to your destination (or the
If you move off course the next waypoint in a route), along with a track compass showing current direction of
highway display will move, travel. Directly below the distance reading is the time required to reach your
indicating the direction you destination (or the next waypoint in a route), in hours/minutes or minutes/seconds.
are off course. To stay on The pointer at the bottom of the page also shows the bearing to your destination,
course, simply move toward relative to your current track. If the pointer points straight ahead, you’re heading
the center of the highway. directly to your destination!
Use the Highway Page as your primary navigation page (in lieu of the Compass
Page) when your main concern is following a defined course.

Track Compass Distance to

As you approach your desti- Destination (or Next
nation, the graphic highway Route Waypoint)
will stop at the destination
waypoint. You have arrived
when the waypoint is at the Pointer
Highway Display
bottom center of the display. (Bearing to
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The GPS III+’s Main Menu provides access to additional pages (submenus) that
are used to create or edit waypoints, create routes, list nearby waypoints, review Main Menu
trip information and timers or make changes to system settings. These six pages are
divided into categories by function. The waypoint and route management features of
the Main Menu are described in more detail in the Reference section of this manual.
Let’s take a quick look at the Main Menu and one of its submenu items.
To view the Main Menu:
1. Press the MENU key twice.
The Main Menu provides
To select a submenu item from the Main Menu: access to seven additional
1. Highlight the desired item using the rocker keypad, and press ENTER. (submenu) pages.
2. To return to the Main Menu, press QUIT.
The ‘Setup’ option provides a list of choices (presented as a series of ‘file tabs’) to
perform various configuration settings including system settings, selection of position
format and units of measure, time display, setting various alarms, enabling the built-in
simulator feature and interface options with other equipment:
To change units of measure for distance and speed:
1. Select the ‘Setup’ option from the Main Menu (as described above), and press ENTER.
2. Highlight the ‘Units’ tab with the rocker keypad. The units settings are automatically The ‘Setup’ option provides
displayed. a list of menu choices to
3. Highlight the ‘Distance & Speed’ field using the rocker keypad, and press ENTER. perform various configuration
A pop-up menu appears showing the available options. settings, such as changing
units of measure for distance
4. Select the desired option using the rocker keypad, and press ENTER.
and speed.
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 GETTING STARTED
GPS is really about marking and going to places called ‘waypoints’. Before we
Marking Waypoint Positions can use the GPS III+ to guide us somewhere, we have to mark a position as a
waypoint. Your GPS III+ can hold up to 500 waypoints.
To mark your present position:
1. Press and hold the ENTER/MARK key. The Mark Waypoint Page will appear, with a
default three-digit name for the new waypoint in the upper-left portion of the page.
To rename the waypoint:
Each waypoint stored in 1. Use the keypad to highlight the name field, and press ENTER.
memory is identified by a
2. Enter the new waypoint name using the rocker keypad, and press ENTER.
unique name, up to six char-
acters long (letters and/or Each waypoint may also be assigned a custom waypoint symbol for easy
numbers). waypoint recognition on the Map Page.
To change the waypoint symbol:
1. Highlight the waypoint symbol field (immediately to the left of the waypoint name
field) and press ENTER.
2. Select the desired symbol, and press ENTER.
3. Move the cursor to the ‘DONE?’ prompt, and press ENTER.
Each waypoint may also be The Mark Position Page will be replaced with the page displayed before you
assigned a custom waypoint pressed ENTER/MARK to mark your position. The new waypoint is now stored
symbol, making it easy to in the GPS III+’s memory.
identify the waypoint on the
Map Page.
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Once you’ve stored a waypoint in memory, you can use the GPS III+ to guide you
to it by using the GOTO feature. A GOTO is really nothing more than a straight-line Going to a Waypoint
course from your present position to the destination you’ve selected. A GOTO can
be performed several ways: by specifying the destination from the GOTO Page,
graphically from the map display or by highlighting the waypoint name on any page
(such as from one the 'Nearest' lists).
To select a GOTO destination from the GOTO Page:
1. Press GOTO. This captures your current position as the starting point for your trip.
2. Highlight the ‘All’ tab, using the rocker keypad, to list all waypoints currently stored To select a destination from
in memory. all waypoints stored in memo-
ry, highlight the ‘All’ tab, then
3. Highlight the desired waypoint, using the rocker keypad, and press ENTER. select the desired waypoint and
To select a GOTO destination from the Map Page: press ENTER.

1. With the Map Page displayed, use the rocker keypad to place the cursor over the
desired destination waypoint. (If no waypoint exists at the destination location, the GPS
III+ will automatically create one, named ‘MAP’ in the step below.)
2. Press GOTO, and then ENTER to navigate to the selected location.
To GOTO a listed point on the Nearest Waypoints, Nearest Cities, Nearest
Exits, or Nearest Geo Points Lists: To GOTO one of the listed
‘Nearest’ cities, highlight the
1. With the Nearest Waypoints, Cities, Exits, or Geo Points tab highlighted (see pages 53 desired city, press GOTO and
and 55), use the rocker keypad to highlight the desired point. then ENTER. A new waypoint
2. Press GOTO, and then ENTER to navigate to the selected location. will be created using the city
name. Cities with names lon-
Once the GOTO destination is selected, use the Map Page, Compass Page and/or ger than six characters will
Highway Page to keep track of your progress as you head toward your destination. 15
be abbreviated.
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To cancel the current GOTO destination, simply select another destination. If
Cancel GOTO/Active Route no destination is currently desired, or you want to resume a previously selected
route, the GOTO operation may be cancelled from the GOTO Options Page.
To cancel the current GOTO destination:
1. Press GOTO.
2. Press MENU.
3. Highlight ‘Cancel GOTO’ and press ENTER.
To cancel the current GOTO Active Route Page
destination, select ‘Cancel
GOTO’ from the GOTO The last of the six main pages is the Active Route Page. This page shows the
Options Page. GOTO waypoint or each waypoint of a route, with waypoint name and the course
along each leg (segment) of the route. When using a route, the current destination is
marked with an arrow on the left-hand side of the screen. If no destination has been
specified using the GOTO key or a route, no waypoints will be listed on the page.
(For more information on using routes, see page 60 in the Reference section.)

Selectable Field,
Route Name showing Course to
Field this Waypoint from
Use the LEFT/RIGHT keys on Previous Waypoint
the rocker keypad to select the (or start of GOTO)
desired data item. Available
items include course, distance, Waypoint Name
fuel, and sunrise/sunset times.
Active Route Page
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 SIMULATOR TOUR
The GPS III+ is a powerful navigation system providing detailed mapping informa-
tion in a convenient, compact package. This simulator tour is designed to show you the Selecting Simulator Mode
basic features of your new GPS III+ during a simulated trip. The simulator tour assumes
that the receiver has been properly initialized as outlined in the Getting Started section
of this manual, and that you have not changed any of the factory default settings. If you
have changed any settings (position formats, units of measure, etc.), the descriptions
and pictures in the tour may not match your configuration.
Once you’re familiar with the primary functions of the GPS III+, you’ll be ready
to use your new receiver on a real trip to a destination of your choice. The Reference The Welcome Page is displayed
section of this manual may be consulted for any additional questions you may have, when the GPS III+ is first turned
or to learn about the more advanced features of the GPS III+. For now, let’s get on. After a brief self-test, it is
started on the Simulator Tour! replaced by a warning page for
about 10 seconds. To acknowl-
If the GPS III+ is currently off, we’ll need to start by turning it on. edge this page, press ENTER.
To turn the GPS III+ on, press and hold the red power key.
The Welcome Page will be displayed while the unit conducts a self test. Once
testing is complete, the Welcome Page is replaced by a warning page, then by the
Satellite Status Page. Since we’ll be using the simulator mode, we don’t need to wait
for the receiver to acquire satellites.

I The Satellite Status Page

appears next. For simulator
WARNING: Keep in mind that the GPS III+ does not track satellites in simulator mode operations, there’s no
mode and should never be used for actual navigation. The GPS III+ cannot be turned need to wait for the GPS III+
on in simulator mode. If you forget to change back to normal operation before to acquire satellites.
shutting the receiver off, it will automatically return to normal mode the next time
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you use the receiver.
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To select the simulator mode:
Selecting Simulator Mode
1. Press MENU to list the options for the Satellite Status Page.
2. Highlight ‘Start Simulator’ with the rocker keypad, and press ENTER.
3. Press ENTER again to acknowledge the simulator warning message.
Let’s look at the sequence of pages again. The PAGE and QUIT keys are used
to find your way around on the GPS III+.
To cycle through the main pages:
Select ‘Start Simulator’ from
1. Press PAGE to move through each of the main pages in normal fashion.
the Satellite Status Page
Options to enable the built-in 2. Press QUIT to sequence through the main pages in reverse order.
simulator.
In normal mode operation, the GPS III+ would automatically sequence from
Satellite Status Page to Map Page once enough satellites were received to determine
your position. At that point the receiver is ready to use for navigation. Since
we’re in simulator we won’t see that automatic sequence of steps, but as you cycle
through the main pages, notice that the simulator imitates satellite reception and
shows that information on the Satellite Status Page.
The Position Page will show the last known position as a starting location. If
you’ve already initialized the receiver, as outlined in the Getting Started section,
The simulator imitates satel- the starting location should be very close to your current position! We’ll use this
lite reception and shows that starting location from which to begin our simulated trip. Let’s move on to the
information on the Satellite Map Page to see where we are, create a destination and explore the navigation
Status Page. Remember, in features of the GPS III+.
this mode the GPS III+ is not
actually tracking satellites.
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 To select the Map Page, press PAGE repeatedly until it appears. SIMULATOR TOUR
The GPS III+’s Map Page combines digital charting with a number of user-selectable Using the Map Page
features. Before we select our destination and begin navigating toward it, let’s take a
look at some of those features.
Nearby Waypoints

Background Roads In the ‘Track Up’ orientation,

and Railways the map is automatically
Present Position
rotated to keep your current
The map display shows your present position using a pointer icon in the center direction of travel at the top
of the screen. The Map Page also shows any nearby lakes, rivers, highways and towns. of the screen. Note the north
Use the zoom keys (IN and OUT) to adjust the map to the desired scale. The current indicator in upper-left corner.
scale is indicated in the lower-left corner.
To change the map scale:
1. Press the IN zoom key to select a smaller scale and display a smaller geographic area.

2. Press the OUT zoom key to select a larger scale and display a larger geographic area.
The map can be oriented with the top of the page always pointing north (‘North Use the IN/OUT zoom keys
Up’), oriented along your desired course (‘Course Up’), or it can automatically rotate to to change the map scale. The
keep your current direction of travel at the top of the screen (‘Track Up’). current scale appears in the
lower-left corner of the map
Nearby waypoints are depicted on the map with any one of over 70 different
display.
symbols, with the waypoint name displayed directly above the symbol. Let’s create
a waypoint directly on the map display to see how that process works, then we’ll 19
navigate to this new waypoint.
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Select a five mile scale by pressing zoom IN or OUT repeatedly.
Creating a Waypoint
Working from the Map Page is a simple process that centers around the use
of a reference “arrow”. Controlled by the rocker keypad, the reference arrow is
an important tool allowing you to pan to other areas on the map display, create
waypoints, view waypoint information and create routes. To get a feel for using the
Map Page and the arrow, try the following exercise:
1. Using the rocker keypad to move the arrow, try following a highway (or other fea-
ture) near your position. Simply press and hold one side of the rocker keypad to
Use the rocker keypad to pan move more quickly. Notice how a data field appears above the map, showing the
to other areas on the map bearing and distance from present position to the cursor, along with the latitude/
longitude of the arrow’s position.
display. When panning an
on-screen arrow appears for 2. Using the rocker keypad, move the arrow in any direction until you find a nearby city
reference, along with a data or town. Once you find a nearby city or town, place the pointer on it to highlight the
field above the map. location. Now, press ENTER to create a waypoint at the arrow location and display
the New Map Waypoint Page.

Waypoint
Waypoint Name Field
Symbol Field
Waypoint Position
Place the panning arrow over
an on-screen item to display a 3. If the name of the city or town is longer than six characters, the GPS III+ will
descriptive name. abbreviate the name when it creates the waypoint. (If you select an open location
on the map, where no city, town or other feature is located, a three-digit number is
pre-assigned to the new waypoint created at the panning arrow location. To change
the name, highlight the waypoint name field, press ENTER and use the rocker keypad
20 to enter a new name – UP/DOWN to change the first character, RIGHT to move to the
next character, and repeat. Once the new name is spelled out, press ENTER.)
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4. A city symbol is assigned to the new waypoint, but let’s use a special symbol to identify
it. Highlight the waypoint symbol field, using the rocker keypad, and press ENTER. Use Going to the Waypoint
UP/DOWN on the rocker keypad to select the ‘Information’ icon (‘?’) and press ENTER.
5. To save the new waypoint, highlight ‘Done’ with the rocker keypad and press ENTER.
Now that we’ve created our new waypoint (also see pg. 47), let’s see how the GPS
III+ is used to navigate to it. The reference arrow can also be used to GOTO any point
on the map—even without a waypoint already at that location—by simply pressing
GOTO. (We won’t try that here. A waypoint named ‘MAP’ is automatically created,
so all the previous steps for creating and naming a waypoint wouldn’t be needed. You You can select a special
might want to experiment with this procedure at the end of the Simulator Tour.) For symbol to identify the
the Simulator Tour, we’ll stick with the waypoint we just created. waypoint on the Map Page.
To select the GOTO destination:
1. Press GOTO.
2. If the ‘All’ file tab is not selected, use the rocker keypad to highlight this tab. (‘All’ will
display a list of all waypoints currently stored in memory.)
3. Highlight the new waypoint you just created using the rocker keypad, and press ENTER.
Notice that a course line appears on the map display showing the way to our
destination. Imagine you’re about to depart. Maybe you’re heading out from the marina
or you’re about to venture into the wilderness. What if you want to return to your
To select a GOTO destination,
present position when you’re done for the day? You have two options available:
press GOTO and highlight the
• You can mark your present position now and save it as a waypoint, or desired waypoint on the list.
• You can use the TracBack feature at the end of the day to retrace your (You may also need to select
steps – following the same path you travelled, but in reverse. the ‘All’ file tab on the GOTO
For now, we’ll mark our present position and save it as a waypoint. (You might Page, to see all waypoints
currently in memory.) 21
want to experiment with the TracBack feature later. It’s described on page 58.)
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To mark your present position:
Marking Present Position
1. Press and hold the ENTER/MARK key. The Mark Waypoint Page will appear, with a
default three-digit name for the new waypoint in the upper-left portion of the page.
Let’s call our present position ‘HOME’. (If you were at home when you
initialized your GPS III+, you might want to keep this waypoint in memory for
future use!)
To rename the waypoint and change its symbol:
To mark your present position 1. Use the keypad to highlight the name field, and press ENTER.
and save it as a waypoint, 2. Enter the new waypoint name (‘HOME’) using the rocker keypad, and press ENTER.
press and hold ENTER. A (Remember to use UP/DOWN to change the character and RIGHT to move to the
three-digit name is automati- next character field.)
cally assigned to the waypoint. 3. Highlight the waypoint symbol field and press ENTER.
4. Select the ‘Residence’ symbol, and press ENTER.
5. Move the cursor to the ‘DONE?’ prompt, and press ENTER.
Now we have two waypoints in memory and on the map: the city location we
saved earlier and ‘HOME’. It’s about time we get started, so let’s plug a speed into
this simulator to animate the displays!
From the Compass Page you To enter a simulated speed and animate the displays:
can increase/decrease the 1. Press PAGE repeatedly until the Compass Page appears.
simulated speed using the 2. Enter a simulated speed of ‘10’ (mph or knots) using the rocker keypad. (Press UP
UP/DOWN keys on the on the rocker keypad once to select ‘10’. The speed readout is on the upper right
rocker keypad. corner of the Compass Page.)
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Notice the information on the map display is slowly moving? That’s how it would
look in actual use as well. The background map information and nearby waypoints will Compass Page
move across the screen, while your current position remains fixed in the center.
The other primary navigation screens are the Compass and Highway pages, with
the Compass Page appearing first in the sequence of main pages.
To view the Compass Page, press PAGE.

Bearing
Pointer The background map moves
User-selectable while keeping your current
data fields position at the center of the
Compass
Ring map display.

The GPS III+’s Compass Page provides graphic steering guidance to a destination
waypoint. The middle of the page features a rotating ‘compass ring’ that shows your
course over ground (track) while you’re moving, and a bearing pointer that indicates the
direction of the destination (bearing) relative to the course over ground. The compass
ring and pointer arrow work independently to show—at a glance—the direction of
your movement and the direction to your destination. 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—then continue in that direction. The distance to The Compass Page will also
the next waypoint, time to the next waypoint and current speed are displayed to the guide you to your destination.
right of the graphic compass display. To see how all this works on our simulated trip, The rotating ‘compass ring’
let’s head off course and watch the displays change. shows the direction of travel
(track) and the arrow points
To move off course / on course in simulator mode, use the LEFT/RIGHT to your destination (bearing).
keys on the rocker keypad. 23
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To view the Highway Page, press PAGE.
Highway Page
The Highway Page provides a graphic highway display that shows your
movement relative to the desired course. The line down the middle of the highway
represents your desired course. As you navigate toward your destination, the
highway will actually move, indicating the direction you’re off course. To stay
on course, simply steer toward the center of the highway. As you approach the
waypoint, the highway will end at the final destination. When the waypoint marker
is at the bottom center of the highway display, you’ve arrived at your destination.
Use the LEFT/RIGHT keys on A track compass also shows your current track directly above the highway display,
the rocker keypad to move off making it easy to see at a glance which way you’re headed.
course / on course. To return The pointer arrow at the bottom of the page indicates the direction to the
to your course, steer toward destination waypoint (bearing) relative to the direction you are moving (track). If
the highway centerline. the pointer points straight ahead, you’re heading directly to the waypoint. If not,
turn in the direction of the pointer and the pointer will swing around, pointing
straight ahead as you begin moving toward the destination waypoint. Try moving
on course/ off course again using the rocker keypad and watch as the highway
display and bearing pointer change.
That’s it! You’ve covered the basics and you’re ready to venture off on your
own. Operating the GPS III+ is just as simple as you’ve seen here in the Simulator
Tour, but in real applications you won’t need to change speed and track with the
When you reach your desti-
rocker keypad. That’s all done automatically utilizing information from the GPS
nation, the highway will end
satellites as you move about.
at the waypoint marker. Also
note the ‘distance to next’ Before ending the tour, try a few experiments of your own, such as going
waypoint readout. If you pass back to the ‘HOME’ waypoint, retracing your steps utilizing the TracBack feature,
the waypoint the pointer will or creating a few more waypoints. Use the Reference section of this manual for
swing around, pointing down. more ideas.
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REFERENCE
functions, including current satellite coverage, receiver operating mode, battery level Satellite Status Page
and position accuracy. As the receiver locks onto satellites, a signal strength bar
will appear for each satellite in view, with the appropriate satellite number (01-32)
underneath each bar. The progress of satellite acquisition is shown in three stages:
• No signal strength bars— the receiver is looking for the satellites indicated.
• Hollow signal strength bars— the receiver has found the satellite(s) and is
collecting data.
• Solid signal strength bars— the receiver has collected the necessary data and
the satellite(s) is ready for use. The Satellite Status Page
shows where the satellites are
Each satellite has a 30-second data transmission that must be collected (hollow
and how strong the signal
bar status) before that satellite may be used for navigation (solid bar status). Once a
is from each one. A solid sig-
fix has been calculated, the GPS III+ will then update your position, track, and speed
by selecting and using the best satellites in view. You can also access the GPS III+’s nal bar means the satellite is
backlight and contrast feature from this page. ready to use.
To adjust the screen contrast and/or backlighting:
1. Press LEFT or RIGHT on the rocker keypad to adjust the level of contrast, and press
ENTER to save the new contrast setting.
2. Press UP or DOWN on the rocker keypad to adjust the level of backlighting, and press
ENTER to save the new backlight setting.
Sky View and Signal Strength Bars Use the LEFT/RIGHT keys on
The sky view and signal strength bars give you an indication of what satellites are the rocker keypad to adjust
visible to the receiver, whether or not they are being used to calculate a position fix, the screen contrast and the
and the signal quality. The satellite sky view shows a bird’s-eye view of the position UP/DOWN keys to adjust the
of each available satellite relative to the unit’s last known position. The outer circle backlighting. Press ENTER to
represents the horizon (north up); the inner circle 45º above the horizon; and the save the settings.
center point directly overhead. 25
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You can use the sky view to help determine if any satellites are being blocked,
Satellite Status Page and whether you have a current position fix (indicated by a ‘2D Navigation’ or ‘3D
Navigation’ in the status field). 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.
When the receiver is looking for a particular satellite, the corresponding signal
strength bar will be blank and the sky view indicator will not be highlighted. Once
the receiver has found the satellite, a hollow signal strength bar will appear, indicating
that the satellite has been found and the receiver is collecting data from it. The satellite
‘2D Navigation’ means the number in the sky view will appear highlighted. As soon as the GPS III+ has collected
GPS III+ has determined a the necessary data to calculate a fix, the status field will indicate a 2D or 3D status. (For
horizontal position (latitude/ ‘2D’, you may need to enter your altitude. See page 29.)
longitude), but is unable to Receiver Status
determine altitude. Additional
satellites may be needed. Receiver status is indicated at the top left of the page. The status will be shown
as one of the following conditions:
Searching— the GPS III+ is looking for any available satellites in view.
AutoLocate— the GPS III+ is initializing and collecting new almanac data. This
process can take up to 5 minutes, depending on the satellites currently in view.
Acquiring— the receiver is collecting data from available satellites, but has not
collected enough data to calculate a position fix.
‘3D Navigation’ means the
GPS III+ has determined 2D Navigation— at least three satellites with good geometry have been locked onto
a horizontal and vertical and a 2-dimensional position fix (latitude and longitude) is being calculated. ‘2D
position (latitude, longitude Diff’ will appear when you are receiving DGPS corrections in 2D mode.
and altitude). The receiver is 3D Navigation— at least four satellites with good geometry have been locked onto,
ready for navigation. and your position is now being calculated in latitude, longitude and altitude. ‘3D
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Poor GPS Coverage— the receiver isn’t tracking enough satellites for a 2D or
3D fix due to bad satellite geometry. Satellite Status Page
Not Usable— the receiver is unusable, possibly due to incorrect initialization
or abnormal satellite conditions. Turn the unit off and back on to reset, and
reinitialize the receiver if necessary.
Simulating Nav— the receiver is in simulator mode.
‘Need to Select Initialization’ Prompt
If no satellites are received for several minutes (or an insufficient number of ‘Poor GPS Coverage’ means
satellites are received to determine a position fix) a message will appear, prompting the receiver isn’t tracking
you to initialize the receiver (see page 5). This allows you to specify a starting enough satellites for a position
location from which to search for satellites, or to enable the AutoLocate feature, and fix. Check for obstructions,
is useful if you have traveled over 500 miles with the receiver off. (This message will such as trees, buildings, etc.
automatically appear when you first use your GPS III+. The prompt may also appear
during normal use if the antenna is shaded or the unit is used indoors.)
Battery Level Indicator
The Satellite Status Page also features a battery level indicator, located to the left of
the sky view, which displays the strength of the unit’s batteries. The battery indicator
will not appear if the receiver is operating on external power.

H
This message appears if a
position fix cannot be deter-
NOTE: The battery level indicator is calibrated for alkaline batteries. NiCad and mined after several minutes.
lithium batteries will display the battery level differently due to voltage differences. To After acknowledging the
display battery level accurately select the appropriate type, as described on page 77. message, select ‘Use Map’
The GPS III+ features an internal 10-year lithium battery that will maintain the unit’s or ‘AutoLocate’ from the
options list. 27
memory when the receiver is not running off batteries or external power.
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Satellite Status Page
The Satellite Status Page also indicates the accuracy of the position fix, using
Estimated Position Error (EPE) and Dilution of Precision (DOP) figures. DOP
measures satellite geometry quality (i.e., number of satellites received and where they
are relative to each other) on a scale from one to ten. The lowest numbers are the best
accuracy and the highest numbers are the worst. EPE uses DOP and other factors to
calculate a horizontal position error, in feet or meters.
Satellite Status Page Options
The Satellite Status Page Many features of the GPS III+ are menu driven. Each of the main pages has
Options allow you to enable an options menu, allowing you to custom tailor the corresponding page to your
the built-in simulator, change preferences and/or select special features which specifically relate to that page.
the sky view orientation or
initialize the receiver. To display the Satellite Status Page Options, press MENU (with the
Satellite Status Page displayed).
The following Satellite Status Page options are available:
Start Simulator— allows you to activate the GPS III+’s built-in simulator mode. If
‘Start Simulator’ is selected, ‘Stop Simulator’ will appear as an option instead.
To activate (deactivate) simulator mode:
1. Highlight ‘Start Simulator’ (or ‘Stop Simulator’) and press ENTER.
‘AutoLocate’ forces the receiv- 2. Highlight ‘Yes’ and press ENTER.
er to search for all satellites
Track Up— changes the sky view display from ‘North Up’ orientation to align
(twelve at a time) until
to current direction of travel (track). If ‘Track Up’ is selected, ‘North Up’ will
enough satellites are found to
appear as an option instead.
determine a position.
To change the sky view orientation:
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1. Highlight ‘Track Up’ (or ‘North Up’) and press ENTER.
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AutoLocate— forces the GPS III+ to search for any available satellite(s) to
determine its position. This option is useful if you’ve relocated a long distance Satellite Status Page Options
(>500 miles) from the last location the GPS III+ was used.
To select AutoLocate, highlight ‘AutoLocate’ and press ENTER.
Initialize Position— allows you to designate your approximate position in order
to speed up satellite acquisition. This option may be used in lieu of ‘AutoLocate’,
above.
To initialize your starting position:
‘Initialize Position’ is used to
1. Highlight ‘Initialize Position’ and press ENTER. designate your approximate
2. Designate your approximate position on the map using the rocker keypad and press position directly on the map
ENTER. (You may wish to use the IN/OUT zoom keys to adjust the level of detail display. The receiver uses
displayed, as you determine your approximate position.) this information to determine
which satellites should be in
Set 2D Altitude— allows you to designate your approximate altitude, when the view.
GPS III+ is acquiring satellites or navigating in 2D mode. By default, 2D naviga-
tion will attempt to use the last known altitude. If the altitude shown is off by
several hundred feet (or more), manually entering your approximate altitude will
enable the receiver to more accurately determine a position fix.
To enter an altitude:
1. Highlight ‘Set 2D Altitude’ and press ENTER.
With 2D coverage, you will
2. Enter your approximate altitude using the rocker keypad, and press ENTER. need to enter your approx-
imate altitude. Without an
approximate altitude, your
position error can be sub-
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Contrast and Backlighting
On page 25, we introduced display contrast and backlighting adjustments
accessible from the Satellite Status Page. Display settings can also be adjusted from any
page, by pressing the red power key. When backlighting is on, a bulb icon will appear
on the Satellite Status Page, to the bottom left of the sky view. To adjust the duration
of the screen backlighting, refer to the operation setup section (see pg. 77).
To adjust the screen contrast and/or backlighting from any page:
1. Press the red power key momentarily. A window will appear showing the current
When screen backlighting is contrast and backlighting settings.
on, a bulb icon will appear 2. Press LEFT or RIGHT on the rocker keypad to adjust the level of contrast, and press
in the lower-left corner of the ENTER to save the new contrast setting.
Satellite Status Page. 3. Press UP or DOWN on the rocker keypad to adjust the level of backlighting, and press
ENTER to save the new backlight setting.
Position Page
The second page in the GPS III+’s main page sequence is the Position Page.
This page shows you where you are, what direction you’re heading, and how fast
you’re going, and it’s most useful when you are traveling without an active destination
waypoint. The graphic heading display at the top of the page indicates the direction
you’re heading, or track, only while you’re moving.
The Position Page shows you Directly below this display are the speed, average speed, trip timer, trip odometer
where you are, what direction and sunrise/sunset fields (default). The sunrise/sunset times indicated are for your
you’re heading and how fast present position. These times, and the current time display in the lower-right corner,
you’re going. can be displayed in local or UTC (universal) time. The lower left-hand corner of the
page shows your current latitude and longitude in degrees and minutes (default). The
GPS III+ uses this basic information to mark exact positions as waypoints, which
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your present position) also appear on the Position Page (as default selections). Units of
measure and the position readout are selectable from the Main Menu, as outlined on page Position Page Options
74-75. ‘Trip Computer’ functions—such as average speed, max speed, trip odometer and
trip timer—can each be reset from the Main Menu, as described on page 74.
Many features of the GPS III+ are menu driven. Each of the main pages has an
options menu, allowing you to custom tailor the corresponding page to your preferences
and/or select special features which specifically relate to that page.
To display the Position Page Options, press MENU (with the Position Page
displayed). The Position Page Options
The following options are available: allow you to average position
Average Position— allows you to average position samples over time and save the samples and save the result as
averaged result as a waypoint. Averaging reduces the effects of selective availabili- a waypoint, change data fields
ty on position error and results in a more accurate position reading. or restore factory defaults.
To average position samples and save the result as a waypoint:
1. Highlight ‘Average Position’ and press ENTER. The Average Position Page will appear.
Observe the ‘Estimated Accuracy’ and ‘Measurement Count’ fields.
2. When the ‘Estimated Accuracy’ and/or ‘Measurement Count’ figures reach the desired
value(s), highlight ‘Save’ and press ENTER. (To cancel the averaging function, highlight
‘Discard’ and press ENTER.)
When averaging positions to
3. The New Waypoint Page appears with a three-digit number assigned as a name create a waypoint, observe
for the new waypoint. To save the waypoint with this name, highlight ‘Done’ and the ‘Estimated Accuracy’ and
press ENTER. Or,
‘Measurement Count’ figures.
4. To change the waypoint name, highlight the waypoint name field and press ENTER. When they reach the desired
Use the rocker keypad to enter a new name for this waypoint and press ENTER when value(s), highlight ‘Save’ and
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Change Fields— allows you to choose the data displayed on the six user-selec-
Position Page Options table data fields. Available data types are: Altitude, Average (Avg) Speed, Battery
(Bat) Timer, Max Speed, Odometer, Speed, Sunrise (at present position), Sunset
(at present position), Track, Trip Odometer, Trip Timer, User Timer and Voltage.
See page 95 for descriptions of navigation terms.
To change a data field:
1. Highlight ‘Change Fields’ and press ENTER.
2. Highlight the data field you wish to change (using the rocker keypad) and press ENTER.
‘Change Fields’ allows you to
custom tailor the information 3. Select the type of data you want to appear on this field and press ENTER.
that appears on the Position
Page. Select the desired data Restore Defaults— resets all data fields to the factory default settings.
type from the list. To restore the factory default settings, highlight ‘Restore Defaults’ and
press ENTER.

‘Restore Defaults’ will over-

ride any data field changes
you’ve made to the Position
Page, reverting back to the
factory default settings.
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The GPS III+ features a powerful real-time moving map that can do much more
than just plot your course and route. The Map Page also displays background detail, Map Page
including geographic names, lakes, rivers, coastlines and highways. An on-screen
cursor lets you pan ahead to nearby waypoints, determine the distance and bearing
to any map position, mark new waypoints while you navigate or retrieve exit
information. The GPS III+ also features dedicated zoom keys for instant zooming (see
pg. 2). The map portion of the page displays your present position as a pointer
icon, with your track and/or route displayed as small points on the screen (an
electronic bread crumb trail, if you will). Nearby waypoints are represented with The Map Page displays a digi-
names and symbols. You may select which features are shown via the Map Page tal map, including lakes, riv-
Options (see pg. 36). ers, highways, highway exits
The data window beside (or above when display is vertical) the map displays the and towns.
time and distance to next waypoint, plus your current speed (all defaults). A bearing
pointer lets you know if you’re heading toward your destination. (If the pointer points
straight ahead, you’re heading directly to it.) Each data field may be configured to
display any one of twenty-four data options.
Zooming and Panning
There are three main functions you can perform from the Map Page: zooming,
panning, and pointing. The map has 24 map scales (from 120 feet to 500 miles, or 30
meters to 800 km) which are selected by pressing the IN and OUT zoom keys. The Zoom IN to see more detail
current map scale is indicated in the bottom left corner of the map display. for a smaller area. Zoom
OUT to see a larger area.
To change the map scale:
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Another function on the Map Page is the pan function, which allows you to move
Map Page the map with the keypad in order to view areas beyond the current map.
To activate the pan function:
1. Use the rocker keypad to move the map in any direction, including diagonally.
As you begin to pan on the map, an arrow appears. This arrow will serve as a
target marker for the map. When the arrow is placed on an object, the name of that
object will be highlighted. (If the name wasn’t originally displayed it will appear when
Use the rocker keypad to pan the arrow is placed on the object.) This feature applies to waypoints, roads, lakes,
away from your present posi- rivers—pretty much everything displayed except route lines and track log data.
tion. Place the arrow on a When a waypoint name is highlighted, you can review information about the
waypoint and press ENTER to waypoint, list waypoint options, or execute a GOTO right from the Map Page.
see more information. To select an on-screen waypoint with the panning arrow:
1. Use the rocker keypad to highlight the desired waypoint.
2. Press ENTER to review information for the selected waypoint.
3. To exit the information page, press QUIT.
To GOTO a highlighted waypoint:

By placing the panning arrow 1. With the waypoint highlighted, press GOTO, followed by ENTER.
over an on-screen waypoint The GOTO function can be used anywhere on the map. If a waypoint or highway
and pressing GOTO, you exit is not highlighted, a new waypoint (called ‘MAP’) will be created at the arrow
won’t have to manually select location before the GOTO is initiated.
your destination from the
To cancel the pan function and re-center the map on your position:
GOTO Page.
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Highway exit information is also available when using the pan function.
Simply place the panning pointer over the exit location to retrieve additional Map Page: Exits
information—including available services—about the exit. Exit information is
generally limited to interstate highways and is categorized into two types:
Common Exits— traditional ramp, cloverleaf or intersection exits.
Special Exits— rest areas, service areas, toll booths, welcome centers and
weigh stations.
Common exits are depicted with an open square icon when services are available
and a filled-gray square icon when no services are available. For a selected highway exit,
the Exit Info Page displays the
To display available services for an exit shown on the map page: number of available services
1. Use the rocker keypad to place the panning arrow on the desired exit. A window will and icons depicting the type of
appear showing the exit number, along with icons depicting the available services. available services.
2. Press ENTER to display the Exit Info Page for the selected exit. The Exit Info Page
shows the number of available services, and the bearing and distance to the exit
location.
3. Highlight the “View” button at the bottom of the page and press ENTER to display
the Services Near Exit List. The Services Near Exit List shows a service icon and the
name for each available service.
4. Highlight the desired service and press ENTER to display an Exit Service Detail The Exit Services Detail Page
Page. This page provides a checklist of available services—such as fuels, parking, provides a checklist of avail-
convenience stores, etc. able services. Start from the
Services Near Exit List and
5. Press QUIT, as often as needed, to back out of each exit services page. If you select the desired service to
continue to press QUIT, you will return to the Map Page. display this page.
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Many GPS III+ features are menu driven. Each of the main pages has an options
Map Page Options menu, allowing you to custom tailor the corresponding page to your preferences
and/or select special features which specifically relate to that page.
To display the Map Page Options, press MENU (with the Map Page
displayed).
The following options are available:
Data Fields On/Off— allows you to toggle between a full-screen map display or the
default map display with data window. If the data fields are off, ‘Data Fields On’
A full-screen map, without the will appear as an option instead and vice-versa.
data fields, is available by
To turn the data fields off (or on), highlight ‘Data Fields Off’ (or ‘Data
selecting the ‘Data Fields Off’
Fields On’) and press ENTER.
option.
Change Fields— allows you to choose the data displayed on four user-selectable
data fields. There are twenty-four available data types, including Average (AVG)
Speed, Bearing, Distance, ETA to Destination (DEST), Speed, Time to Destination
(DEST), Track and a Trip Odometer. See page 95 for descriptions of navigation
terms.
To change a data field:
1. Highlight ‘Change Fields’ and press ENTER.

The ‘Change Fields’ option 2. Highlight the data field you wish to change and press ENTER.
allows you to select the desired
3. Select the type of data you want to appear on this field and press ENTER.
data you wish to display in
the four user-selectable fields
(along the right-hand side of
the map page).
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MapSource software package and the amount of memory used (in kilobytes). Map Page Options
MapSource allows you to supplement the built-in map with up to 1.44 MB of
additional detail, including residential streets and topographic information. Each
downloaded map is described by name, and may be deselected if you wish to
retain the map in memory, but not display the data on the Map Page. (When a
MapSource file is selected, the boundary for any downloaded map is shown on
the Map Page as a gray shaded outline.)
To display the MapSource Info Page:
The MapSource Info page lists
1. Highlight ‘MapSource Info’ and press ENTER.
any detailed maps that have
2. Use the rocker keypad to scroll through the list of downloaded maps. been downloaded from the
optional MapSource software
3. To select/deselect a map, highlight the box to the immediate left of the desired map.
package.
Press ENTER to select/deselect the map. The map is selected and will be displayed on
the Map Page when an “X” appears in the box adjacent to that map.
4. To Enable/Disable All maps, press MENU from the MapSource Info Page, select the
desired setting, and press ENTER.
Measure Dist— allows you to measure the bearing and distance between any
two points on the map display.
To measure bearing and distance between two points:
When using the ‘Measure
1. Highlight ‘Measure Dist’ and press ENTER. An on-screen pointer will appear on the Dist’ option, the arrow
map display at your present position.
includes an ‘Enter Reference’
2. Move the cursor to the desired reference point (the point you want to measure from) prompt and the arrow position
and press ENTER. appears at the top of the map
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3. Move the cursor to the point you want to measure to. The bearing and distance from
the reference point will be displayed at the top of the page.
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Nearest to Pntr (Pointer)— allows you to view the bearing and distance of the
Map Page Options nine nearest waypoints, 50 nearest cities, 50 exits on the nearest (interstate)
highway and 50 geo (geographical) points nearest to the map pointer. The
nearest locations pages are organized by a series of ‘file tabs’ (denoting categories
for Waypoints, Cities, Exits and Geo Points) and display the bearing (BRG) and
distance (DST) to each nearby location for the selected tab (category). The lists
are continuously updated as you’re moving and provide quick access to the
closest points of safety in an emergency.
The 'Nearest to Pntr' option To view points nearest the map pointer:
will only be available when the 1. Use the rocker keypad to move the cursor to the desired position on the Map Page.
pointer is moved on the screen.
2. Press the MENU key, then highlight 'Nearest to Pntr' and press ENTER.
3. Highlight the appropriate tab (Waypoints, Cities, Exits or Geo Pnts) for the desired
nearest list.
4. Scroll through the list using the UP/DOWN portion of the rocker keypad.
To view additional information for a nearby item:
1. Scroll through the selected nearest list (as described above) and highlight the desired
item (Waypoint, City, Exit or Geo Pnts).
The exit with the arrow to the 2. Press ENTER to display the info page for the selected item.
left of the number is the next 3. For waypoints, the information is displayed on the Waypoint Edit Page. You can edit the
exit ahead, given your direction waypoint’s location, name, symbol, etc. from this page, as outlined on pages 50-51.
of travel. Exits which appear
above in the list are the closest 4. For cities, the information includes state, country, size or reference, and position. You
the opposite direction. can show the map area for the city, save it as a waypoint or switch between city size
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5. For exits, all the exit services information (described on page 35) is available. You
can show the map area for the point or save it as a waypoint. Map Page Options
6. For geo points, the information includes geographic points, rivers/lakes, park
areas and airports. If you do not have optional MapSource data loaded, only airports
will be shown. You can show the map area for the point or save it as a waypoint.
Options menus available from the Cities, Exits and Geo Pnts info pages allow
you to select special features which specifically relate to that page.
Show Map— allows you to return to the map, centered on the selected item.
While viewing the map display, you can also use the IN and OUT zoom
keys to see additional detail. Menu options for Geo Pnts.
To view the map area around an item on the City, Exit, or Geo Pnts
Info Pages:
1. Press MENU, then select ‘Show Map’ (from the Info Page Options) and press
ENTER. Press QUIT to return to the previous screen.
Save As Waypnt— creates a waypoint at the item location and saves it in
memory. If the item name is longer than six characters, it will be abbreviated
when creating the waypoint.
To save an item as a waypoint from the City, Exit, or Geo Pnt Info
Page:
1. Press MENU, then select ‘Save As Waypnt’ and press ENTER.
Items with names longer
2. With ‘Done’ highlighted, press ENTER to save the new waypoint. than six characters will be
Show Reference (For cities only)— See page 70 for details. abbreviated when saved as a
waypoint or activated as an
active GOTO.
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Options menus are also available for the Cities, Exits and Geo Pnts lists which
Map Page Options allow you to select special features which specifically relate to that page. These
options include a setup feature to exclude those item categories you don’t wish to
view and a setting to restore defaults. To view these options press MENU from the
nearest Cities, Exits or Geo Pnts lists.
Cities/Exits/Geo Pnts Setup— allows you to designate which item categories
you wish to display on the City, Exit services or Geo Pnts list pages. See page
54 for setup instructions.
Restore Defaults— resets all options to the factory default settings for the
Geo Pnts setup allows you current list only.
to choose what category items To restore the factory default settings, highlight ‘Restore Defaults’ (from
are to be displayed. any list option window) and press ENTER.

Pressing MENU from the

Services Near Exit page dis-
plays options for the Services
Near Exit List. See page 54
for details.
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including map detail, map orientation, automatic zoom, lat/lon grid, track and route Map Page Options
lines, exits and waypoint names. The map setup option uses a ‘file tab’ feature, making
it easier to organize the various settings and easier for you to use. The following table
lists the file tabs and the settings available under each tab:
Map Detail, Orientation, AutoZoom, Accuracy Circle
Source Built-in Base Map, MapSource Files
Line Track Log, Active Route Lines, Local Roads, Street Labels
Pnts All Waypoints and Text, Active Route Wpts, Exits ‘Map Setup’ allows you to
change map orientation, back-
City Large/Medium/Small Cities and Small Towns Text
ground map detail, text size,
Geo Geo Points, Rivers/Lakes, Park Areas etc.
Topo Major/Medium/Minor Contours, Land Cover
Other Marine Navaids, Railroads, Metro Areas, Lat/Lon Grid
NOTES: Large cities are those with approximate populations greater than 200,000. Medium cities
are those with approximate populations over 50,000 and small cities are greater than 5,000. Small
towns have approximate populations under 5,000 or an unknown population size.

The ‘Detail’ setting applies to any map feature set to “Auto”. Those features for which you have
specified a maximum scale, or turned “Off”, are unaffected by the detail setting.
To change a map setup feature: The map settings are orga-
nized by a series of ‘file tabs’.
1. Highlight ‘Map Setup’ and press ENTER.
Use the rocker keypad to
2. To set the desired map detail, select the ‘Map’ tab (if not already selected). Scroll down select the desired tab, and to
(using the rocker keypad) to highlight the ‘Detail’ field and press ENTER. Select the select the desired setting(s).
desired detail level—More, Normal, Less, Least—and press ENTER.
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3. To change map orientation, select the ‘Map’ tab (if not already selected). Scroll
Map Page Options down to highlight the ‘Orientation’ field and press ENTER. Select ‘North Up’ to fix the
top of the map display to a north heading. Select ‘Track Up’ to adjust the top of the
map display to your current track heading. Select ‘Course Up’ to fix the top of the
map display to your desired course. Press ENTER to accept the selected option.
4. To enable/disable automatic zoom, select the ‘Map’ tab (if not already selected).
Scroll down to highlight the ‘Auto Zoom’ field and press ENTER. Select ‘On’ or ‘Off to
enable or disable automatic zoom. Press ENTER to accept the selected option. The
automatic zoom feature will automatically adjust the map scale from 80 miles through
Select the ‘North Up’ option each lower scale, stopping at 800 ft. as you approach your destination waypoint.
to keep the top of the map 5. To enable/disable the accuracy circle, select the ‘Map’ tab (if not already selected).
display fixed on North. ‘Track Scroll down to highlight the ‘Acc. Circle’ field and press ENTER. Select ‘On’ or ‘Off’ to
Up’ will cause the map to enable or disable the accuracy circle. Press ENTER to accept selected option. With
rotate so the top of the map is the accuracy circle on, a gray circle will appear around your position (at lower scale
the direction you’re heading. settings) depicting the estimated accuracy of your position reading.
6. To enable/disable the built-in base map or MapSource files, select the ‘Source’ tab.
Scroll down to highlight ‘Basemap’ or ‘MapSource’ and press ENTER. Select ‘On’ or
‘Off’ to enable or disable the selected map data and press ENTER.
7. For all waypoints, active route waypoints, rivers/lakes and cities: select the appropri-
ate tab (per the chart on page 41). Scroll down to highlight the zoom field for the
desired feature and press ENTER. Select the maximum scale at which the feature
The ‘Zoom’ setting allows you should appear on screen, or ‘Off’ to never display, and press ENTER. Highlight the
to define the maximum scale text field for the desired feature and press ENTER. Select the text size for the desired
at which the feature will feature, or ‘None’ to disable text, and press ENTER.
appear. Select “Auto” to con- 8. For track log data, active route lines, local roads, street labels, highway exits, lat/lon
trol the feature using the grid, metro areas, and railroad lines: select the appropriate tab (per the chart on page
‘Detail’ setting. 41). Scroll down to highlight the zoom field for the desired feature and press ENTER.
42 Select the maximum scale at which the feature should appear on screen, or select
‘Off’ to never display the feature. Press ENTER to accept the settings.
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Whenever a destination waypoint(s) has been selected, the GPS III+’s Compass
Page will guide you to your destination with digital readouts and a graphic compass Compass Page
display, which includes a bearing pointer. Use this page (instead of the Highway
Page) when travelling at slower speeds, when making frequent directional changes,
or where straight line navigation is not possible due to obstructions or terrain.
The middle of the page features a rotating ‘compass ring’ that shows your course
over ground (track) while you’re moving. (Your present course over ground is indicated
at the top of the compass ring.) A bearing pointer, in the middle of the compass ring,
indicates the direction of the destination (bearing) relative to the course over ground. The bearing pointer indicates
The compass ring and pointer arrow work independently to show—at a glance—the the direction (bearing) to your
direction of your movement and the direction to your destination. For instance, if destination. If the arrow points
the arrow points up, you are going directly to the waypoint. If the arrow points any any direction other than up,
turn toward the arrow until it
direction other than up, turn toward the arrow until it points up—then continue in
points up.
that direction.
Along the right side of the page (top, when display is vertical) are four user-
selectable data fields that display current speed, distance and time to next waypoint,
and current time (defaults). Each data field may be configured to display any one
of twenty-five data options.

Pointer Current Speed

If you pass your destination
(Bearing to and Distance to
waypoint, the bearing pointer
Destination) Waypoint
will swing around 180º and
the ‘Dist to Next’ waypoint
Time to Waypoint will increase.
Compass Ring
and Current Time
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Many features of the GPS III+ are menu driven. Each of the main pages has
Compass Page Options an options menu, allowing you to custom tailor the corresponding page to your
preferences and/or select special features which specifically relate to that page.
To display the Compass Page Options, press MENU (with the Compass
Page displayed).
The following options are available:
Big Numbers— allows you to select a different Compass Page layout, with a
smaller compass display and two user-selectable, large-character data fields. If ‘Big
‘Big Numbers’ provides a Numbers’ is selected, ‘Big Compass’ will appear as an option instead.
smaller compass display, a
large bearing pointer, and two To toggle between Compass Page formats, highlight ‘Big Numbers’ (or
user-selectable, large charac- ‘Big Compass’) and press ENTER.
ter data fields. Change Fields— allows you to choose the data displayed on four user-selectable
data fields (two fields for the ‘Big Numbers’ option). There are twenty-five avail-
able data types, including Average (AVG) Speed, Bearing, Distance (DIST) to
Destination, ETA to Destination (DEST), Speed, Time to Destination (DEST),
Track, and a Trip Odometer. See page 95 for descriptions of data terms.
To change a data field:
1. Highlight ‘Change Fields’ and press ENTER.
The ‘Change Fields’ option 2. Highlight the data field you wish to change and press ENTER.
allows you to select from a
list of available data types. 3. Select the type of data you want to appear on this field and press ENTER.
Four different items may be Restore Defaults— resets all data fields to the factory default settings.
displayed on the Compass
Page—two when using the To restore the factory default settings, highlight ‘Restore Defaults’ and
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The GPS III+’s Highway Page also provides graphic steering guidance to your
destination, by using a graphic highway display. Along the right side of the page (top, Highway Page
when display is vertical) are four user-selectable data fields that display current speed,
distance and time to next waypoint, and a bearing pointer (defaults). The bearing
pointer always points to the destination waypoint (or the next waypoint when using
a route) relative to the direction you are moving (track). If the bearing pointer points
straight ahead, you are heading directly to your destination. If the bearing pointer
points any direction other than up, turn toward the arrow until it points up—then
continue in that direction. Each data field may be configured to display any one Your course is represented by
of twenty-three data options. the highway center line. Keep
The graphic heading compass at the top of the page indicates the direction the center line in the middle of
you are moving (track). Directly below the heading compass, the highway display the display to stay on course.
provides visual guidance to the destination waypoint and keeps you on your intended
course line. Your course is represented by the center line down the middle of the
graphic highway. As you head toward your destination, the highway perspective will
move to indicate your progress to the waypoint and which direction you should steer
to stay on course. If you are navigating a route, the highway display will show each
route waypoint in sequence, with the route course indicated by a black highway.
Nearby waypoints not in the route will also be displayed. You can zoom in or out on
the highway display for a smaller or larger view. Five available settings range from 1X
to 16X, with a default setting of 8X. When using a route, the
Highway Page will guide you
To zoom in or out on the highway display: to each waypoint along the
1. Press the IN zoom key to increase the zoom level and show a smaller view area. route.
2. Press the OUT zoom key to decrease the zoom level and show a larger view area.
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Many features of the GPS III+ are menu driven. Each of the main pages has
Highway Page Options an options menu, allowing you to custom tailor the corresponding page to your
preferences and/or select special features which specifically relate to that page.
To display the Highway Page Options, press MENU (with the Highway
Page displayed).
The following options are available:
Sign Posts Off— removes the waypoint markers from the highway display. If
‘Sign Posts Off’ is selected, ‘Sign Posts On’ will appear as an option instead.
The ‘Sign Posts Off’ option
allows you to remove the To remove (or display) waypoint markers on the highway, highlight
waypoint markers from the ‘Sign Posts Off’ (or ‘Sign Posts On’) and press ENTER.
highway display. Change Fields— allows you to choose the data displayed on four
user-selectable data fields. There are twenty-three available data types,
including Average (AVG) Speed, Bearing, Distance (DIST) to Destination,
ETA to Destination (DEST), Speed, Time to Destination (DEST), Track,
a Trip Odometer and a bearing Pointer. See page 95 for data type descriptions.
To change a data field:
1. Highlight ‘Change Fields’ and press ENTER.
2. Highlight the data field you wish to change and press ENTER.
The ‘Change Fields’ option
3. Select the type of data you want to appear on this field and press ENTER.
allows you to choose the type
of data to display on four Restore Defaults— resets all data fields to the factory default settings.
user-selectable data fields.
To restore the factory default settings, highlight ‘Restore Defaults’ and
Select the desired type from
press ENTER.
the ‘Change Fields’ list.
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The GPS III+ stores up to 500 waypoints, with a selectable symbol and comment
available for each waypoint. Waypoints can be created using five methods: Creating Waypoints
Mark Present Position— your present position can be captured and saved as a
waypoint using the ENTER/MARK key.
On Map— a new waypoint position can be created directly on the map display
using the panning arrow.
Text Entry— waypoints can be created by entering position coordinates manually
(from a chart, etc.) or by referencing bearing and distance from a previously
stored waypoint (or present position). The ENTER/MARK key
allows you to mark your cur-
Average Position— position samples can be averaged over time and the result
rent position as a waypoint.
saved as a waypoint. Averaging reduces the effects of selective availability and
You can give this waypoint
improves the accuracy of the position reading. (See page 31 for more info.)
any name you choose—up to
Nearest Locations— nearest cities or highway exits can be saved as waypoints six characters long.
from the nearest locations pages. (See page 53 for more info.)
Marking Present Position
The GPS III+’s mark feature lets you quickly capture your present position in
order to create a new waypoint. You must be locked onto satellites, with a valid
position fix, to mark your present position.
To mark your present position: You can also choose from a
1. Press and hold the ENTER/MARK key. The Mark Waypoint Page is automatically list of symbols used to identify
displayed. the user waypoint on the map
2. To change the waypoint name (a three-digit number is automatically assigned), display.
highlight the waypoint name field and press ENTER. Use the rocker keypad to enter
the new waypoint name and press ENTER when finished.
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3. To save the waypoint in memory, highlight ‘Done’ and press ENTER.
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Creating Waypoints
Waypoints can also be quickly created from the Map Page, which allows you to
“point and shoot” at any map position to create a new waypoint.
To create a new waypoint on the map:
1. Press the PAGE key repeatedly to select the Map Page.
2. Use the rocker keypad to move the arrow to the desired map position. You may also
need to use the IN and OUT zoom keys, in conjunction with the rocker keypad, to
speed up this process.
Waypoints can be created
directly from the Map Page, 3. Press ENTER to capture the arrow position and display the New Waypoint Page. (If
the arrow is placed on a highway exit, the exit services pages will appear instead. To
by placing the panning arrow
create a waypoint at a highway exit location, see page 39.)
on the desired position and
pressing ENTER. 4. To change the waypoint name (a three-digit number is automatically assigned),
highlight the waypoint name field and press ENTER. Use the rocker keypad to enter
the new waypoint name and press ENTER when finished.
5. To save the waypoint in memory, highlight ‘Done’ and press ENTER.

Creating Waypoints by Text Entry

Waypoints may be created by manually entering the position coordinates or by
entering the bearing and distance from an existing waypoint (or present position).
User waypoints can also be To create a new waypoint by manually entering its coordinates, or by
created by entering the bearing/distance from another position:
position coordinates for the
1. Press the MENU key twice to select the Main Menu.
waypoint.
2. Highlight ‘Waypoints’ and press ENTER. A list of all waypoints stored in memory
is displayed.
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3. Press MENU to display the Waypoint List Options.
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4. Highlight ‘New Waypoint’ and press ENTER. The New Waypoint Page appears.
Creating Waypoints
5. To enter a name for the new waypoint, highlight the waypoint name field and press
ENTER. Use the rocker keypad to enter the waypoint name and press ENTER when
finished.
6. To enter position coordinates for the new waypoint, highlight the waypoint coordi-
nates field and press ENTER. Use the rocker keypad to enter the position coordinates
and press ENTER when finished. (For lat/long coordinates, enter both the latitude and
longitude information before pressing ENTER.) OR,
7. To create the new waypoint by referencing another position, highlight the reference You can choose from a list of
waypoint name field and press ENTER. Use the rocker keypad to enter the name of symbols used to identify the
the reference waypoint and press ENTER. (If the reference waypoint name field is waypoint on the map display.
left blank, your present position will be used as the reference position.) Use the same
procedure to enter the bearing (BRG) and distance (DIST) from the reference way-
point to the new waypoint. (Remember to press ENTER once each data item is
selected with the rocker keypad.)
8. To save the new waypoint in memory, highlight ‘Done’ and press ENTER.
Waypoint List Options
The Waypoint List Options were displayed using the first three steps, above. In
addition to ‘New Waypoint’, there are five additional options:
Show Map— allows you to view the map area around the highlighted waypoint The Spell ‘n Find option allows
on the Waypoint List. While viewing the map display, you can also use the IN you to retrieve waypoint infor-
and OUT zoom keys to see additional detail. mation by manually entering
To view the map area around a highlighted waypoint on the Waypoint List: the waypoint’s name with the
1. Select ‘Show Map’ (from the Waypoint List Options) and press ENTER. rocker keypad.
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Spell ‘n Find— allows you to display the Waypoint Edit Page for any waypoint in
Editing Waypoints memory, by typing in the first few characters of the waypoint’s name.
To Spell ‘n Find a waypoint:
1. Select the Spell ‘n Find option and use the rocker keypad to enter the first few
characters of the waypoint name.
2. Press ENTER to view waypoints starting with characters entered.
Delete Waypoint— allows you to delete the waypoint which is highlighted on
the Waypoint List.
Waypoints can be deleted
individually, by common Delete by Symbol— allows you to select a waypoint symbol and all waypoints
symbol or all at once. Select with this corresponding symbol will be deleted from memory.
the desired ‘Delete’ option and Delete All— deletes all waypoints currently stored in memory.
press ENTER. To delete a waypoint (or waypoints):
1. Select the desired delete option from the list above and press ENTER. The GPS III+ will
delete all waypoints not used in a route, then prompt you to continue before deleting
any route waypoints.
2. If ‘Delete by Symbol’ is selected, select the desired symbol and press ENTER.
Editing Waypoints
Once you have created and stored a waypoint, it may be modified, reviewed,
To rename a waypoint, enter renamed or deleted at any time through the Waypoint Edit Page. The Waypoint Edit
the new name directly over Page for any stored waypoint can be retrieved by highlighting the desired waypoint on
the old name and press the map display, or selecting it from any waypoint list, and pressing the ENTER key.
ENTER. To access the Waypoint Edit Page:
1. Use the rocker keypad to highlight the desired waypoint on the map display or on any
waypoint list.
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2. Press ENTER to display the Waypoint Edit Page for the selected waypoint.
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From the Waypoint Edit Page, highlight the appropriate field to rename a
waypoint, change its symbol, edit the comment or edit the position. Editing Waypoints
To rename the waypoint:
1. Highlight the waypoint name field and press ENTER.
2. Use the rocker keypad to enter the new waypoint name and press ENTER.
3. If finished, highlight ‘Done’ and press ENTER.
To change the waypoint’s symbol:
1. Highlight the waypoint symbol field and press ENTER. The default waypoint com-
2. Use the rocker keypad to select the desired symbol and press ENTER. The selected ment is the time and date
symbol will be used to denote the waypoint position on the map display. the waypoint was created. You
3. If finished, highlight ‘Done’ and press ENTER. can enter your own comment
When a waypoint is created, the time and date of creation is automatically added using the rocker keypad.
as a waypoint comment. You can edit this information or create a entirely new
comment, as needed.
To edit the waypoint comment:
1. Highlight the waypoint comment field and press ENTER.
2. Use the rocker keypad to enter the desired comment and press ENTER.
3. If finished, highlight ‘Done’ and press ENTER.
To edit the waypoint position: Edit a waypoint’s position
1. Highlight the waypoint coordinates field to change the position coordinates, or by entering the new position
highlight the reference waypoint name, bearing or distance fields to change the coordinates directly over the
reference waypoint information. Press ENTER to begin editing. old position.
2. Use the rocker keypad to enter the new information. Press ENTER to accept the new
information.
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3. When finished, highlight ‘Done’ and press ENTER.
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Waypoint Edit Options the waypoint, view the map area around the waypoint position, define how the
waypoint will appear on the map display or average the waypoint position to
improve accuracy.
To display the Waypoint Edit Options, press MENU (with the Waypoint
Edit Page displayed).
The following options are available:
Show Map— allows you to view the map area surrounding the selected
‘Show Map’ allows you to waypoint’s position. While viewing the map display, you can also use the IN
view the area around the and OUT zoom keys to see additional detail.
waypoint’s position.
Display Options— lets you designate how the selected waypoint will appear
on the map display. Options are provided to show Symbol & Name, Symbol &
Comment (Cmnt), or Symbol Only.
To change the display options for a waypoint:
1. Highlight ‘Display Options’ and press ENTER.
2. Highlight the desired option and press ENTER.
Average Position— allows you to average position samples over time to update
the waypoint’s position with a more accurate position reading. (See page 31 for
‘Display Options’ lets you more information on averaging.)
determine what waypoint Delete Waypoint— allows you to remove the selected waypoint from memory.
information will appear on
the map display. To delete a waypoint:
1. Highlight ‘Delete Waypoint’ and press ENTER. A confirmation screen is displayed.
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show up to nine nearest waypoints and 50 nearest cities—within 200 miles of your
Nearest Locations
present position—along with 50 exits on the nearest (interstate) highway and 50
nearest geo (geographic) points. The nearest locations pages are organized by a series
of ‘file tabs’ (denoting categories for Waypoints, Cities, Exits and Geo Pnts) and display
the bearing (BRG) and distance (DST) to each nearby location for the selected tab
(category). The lists are continuously updated as you’re moving and provide quick
access to the closest points of safety in an emergency.
To view the nearest locations pages:
1. Press the MENU key twice to display the Main Menu.
To view the nearest locations
pages, select ‘Nearest’ from
2. Highlight ‘Nearest’ and press ENTER. the Main Menu.
3. Highlight the appropriate tab (Waypoints, Cities, Exits or Geo Pnts) for the desired
nearest list.
4. Scroll through the list using the UP/DOWN portion of the rocker keypad.
To view additional information for a nearby location:
1. Scroll through the selected nearest list (as described above) and highlight the desired
location (Waypoint, City or Exit).
2. Press ENTER to display an info page for the selected location. The nearest locations pages are
3. For waypoints, the information is displayed on the Waypoint Edit Page. You can edit the organized as a series of “file
waypoint’s location, name, symbol, etc. from this page, as outlined on pages 50-51. tabs”. Select the appropriate
tab to show as many as nine
4. For cities, the information includes state, country, size or reference, and position. You
nearby waypoints, 50 nearest
can show the map area for the city, save it as a waypoint or switch between size and
reference information as described on pages 69-71. cities or 50 nearest highway
exits—along with the bearing
5. For exits and geo points, all the additional pages and related options menus (described 53
and distance to each.
on pages 35, 39-40 and 54) are available.
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To GOTO a nearby location:
Nearest Location Options
1. Highlight the desired location on the selected nearest list. Press GOTO to display the
GOTO Page with the desired location selected.
2. Press ENTER to confirm the selected waypoint and begin navigating.
Nearest Location Options
The nearest locations pages also feature an options page that allows you to
define the category of items you want to appear on the Nearest Cities, Exits or Geo
The Nearest Location Options Pnts Lists or restore the factory default settings after you’ve made any changes.
allows you to define the cat-
To display the nearest location options for Nearest Lists:
egory of exits which will
appear on the Nearest Exits 1. From the nearest locations pages, highlight the a tab and press MENU.
List. Start by highlighting the
2. Highlight the desired option and press ENTER.
‘Exits’ tab, then press MENU.
The following options are available:
Cities/Exits/Geo Pnts Setup— allows you to define the item categories you
wish to display on the Nearest Cities, Exits or Geo Pnts Lists.
To select the desired item categories:
1. Highlight ‘Cities, Exits or Geo Pnts Setup’ and press ENTER.
Select the exit categories you
2. Highlight the field adjacent to the desired category and press ENTER to enable/
wish to appear on the Nearest disable the category. A category is selected, and will appear on the Nearest List,
Exits List. A category is when an “X” appears in the field adjacent to that category.
enabled when an “X” appears
in the box adjacent to the Restore Defaults— resets all nearest settings to the factory defaults for the
desired category. current list only.
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Navigation / GOTO
GOTO— lets you select a waypoint as your destination and quickly plot a direct
course from present position to that waypoint.
MOB (man overboard)— captures your present position, saves it as a waypoint
and sets a course back to the position for quick response in an emergency.
TracBack— allows you to retrace your path using the track log automatically
stored in the receiver’s memory. This eliminates the need to store waypoints along
the way. (See page 58 for more information about TracBack.)
Routes— allows you to manually create a sequence of intermediate waypoints To GOTO a waypoint, press
which lead you to your final destination. The GPS III+ will store up to 20 GOTO and select the desired
reversible routes, with up to 30 waypoints in each route. tab. Highlight the waypoint
GOTO Navigation name field at the top of the
page to spell the name of the
The easiest way to select your destination is by using the GOTO key. The GOTO desired destination waypoint.
key can be used by itself, after highlighting a waypoint name on a list, or after
designating a position on the map display.
To GOTO a waypoint:
1. Press GOTO. The GOTO Page shows a series of file tabs for ‘Recent’ waypoints, ‘All’
waypoints, ‘Nearest’ waypoints or ‘Spell n Find’.
2. To GOTO a recently used waypoint or a nearby waypoint, select the ‘Recent’ tab or the
‘Nearest’ tab, highlight the desired waypoint on the list and press ENTER. Press ENTER and use the
rocker keypad to enter the
3. To GOTO any waypoint stored in memory, select the ‘All’ tab, highlight the desired identifier of the destination
waypoint and press ENTER.
waypoint. Press ENTER again
4. To enter the name of the destination waypoint, highlight the waypoint name field and to confirm the waypoint and
press ENTER. (The ‘Spell n Find’ tab is automatically selected.) Use the rocker keypad begin navigation.
to enter the name of the desired waypoint—UP/DOWN to change each character and 55
RIGHT to move to the next character. Press ENTER to confirm the selection.
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To designate a GOTO waypoint from a list of waypoints:
GOTO / GOTO Options
1. Highlight the desired waypoint on the list and press GOTO. A confirmation page shows
the selected destination waypoint.
2. Press ENTER to confirm the selected waypoint and begin navigating.
To GOTO an existing waypoint, city or highway exit on the map display:
1. Use the rocker keypad to place the arrow on the desired target location. If a city or exit
is selected, a waypoint will be created at that location using the city or exit name.
By highlighting a waypoint 2. Press GOTO, followed by ENTER, to begin navigating.
name on a list and pressing
GOTO, you won’t have to To GOTO any position on the map display:
manually enter the name of 1. Use the rocker keypad to place the arrow on any position you wish to navigate to.
your destination waypoint.
2. Press GOTO to create a waypoint, called ‘MAP’, at the arrow position. Each time you
perform this step it will overwrite any previously created ‘MAP’ waypoint.
3. Press ENTER to being navigating.

GOTO Options
GOTO Options are also provided to initiate a TracBack route or cancel the
current GOTO destination.
A GOTO can also be initiated
To display the GOTO Options, press MENU (immediately after pressing
from the map display by plac-
GOTO).
ing the panning arrow on the
desired target waypoint, city The following options are available:
or highway exit. TracBack— allows you to retrace your path using the track log automatically
stored in the receiver’s memory. This eliminates the need to store waypoints
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along the way. (See page 58 for more information about TracBack.)
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Cancel GOTO— cancels the current GOTO destination and resumes navigation
of any previously selected route. If no route is currently in use; bearing, distance, GOTO Options / MOB
etc. will remain blank until a destination waypoint is defined.
To cancel the current GOTO destination, highlight ‘Cancel GOTO’ and
press ENTER.
MOB (man overboard)
The GPS III+’s MOB function lets you simultaneously mark and set a course to
a position for quick response in an emergency. Once an MOB has been activated, an To cancel a current GOTO
MOB symbol will appear on the map display and the navigation screens will guide destination, select ‘Cancel
you back to the ‘MOB’ waypoint. GOTO’ from the GOTO
To activate the MOB function: Options.
1. Press and hold GOTO to capture the MOB position.
2. Press ENTER to begin navigating back to the ‘MOB’ waypoint.
3. To cancel the MOB function, select ‘Cancel GOTO’ from the GOTO Options and
press ENTER.

H Press and hold the GOTO key

NOTE: Each time an MOB is activated, any previous ‘MOB’ position stored in
to activate the MOB (man
memory will the overwritten and permanently lost. If you wish to save an ‘MOB’
overboard) feature.
waypoint for future use, you should give the waypoint a new name using the steps
outlined on pages 50-51.

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 REFERENCE The TracBack navigation feature allows you to retrace your path using the track
TracBack log automatically stored in the receiver’s memory. This eliminates the need to manually
store waypoints along the way. A track log is an electronic breadcrumb trail, showing
the path you have travelled. Your GPS III+ can be set to automatically record track log
points any time the receiver is on and locked onto satellites (see page 71).
TracBack routes are created by reducing your track log into a route of up to 30
waypoints and activating the new route in reverse order along those waypoints. Once
activated, a TracBack route will lead you back to the oldest track log point stored
in memory, so it’s a good idea to clear the active track log at the beginning of your
Clear any old data from current trip (e.g., at the dock or trailhead), before you get started.
the active track log before To clear the active track log and define a starting point for a TracBack:
you depart. This defines the 1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu.
starting point for a TracBack
route. 2. Highlight ‘Track Logs’ and press ENTER.
3. With the ‘Active Log’ highlighted press MENU to display the options list.
4. Highlight ‘Clear Active Log’ and press ENTER.
5. Press ENTER to delete the track log data. (Or press QUIT to cancel.)
To create and activate a TracBack route:
1. Enable track log recording and leave the GPS III+ on to automatically record track log
positions while under way. Refer to page 69 for more information on track log settings.
A TracBack route can also be
2. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu.
created from the GOTO
Options by pressing GOTO, 3. Highlight ‘Track Logs’ and press ENTER.
followed by MENU and 4. Highlight the desired track log (‘Active Log’ or ‘Saved Logs’) and press MENU to
selecting ‘TracBack’. display the options list.
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message box will appear while the GPS III+ analyzes the data and creates the route.)
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Once a TracBack has been activated, the GPS III+ will take the track log currently
stored in memory and divide it into route segments, called ‘legs’. Up to 30 track log TracBack Tips
waypoints (labeled ‘T###’, e.g. ‘T001’) will be created to mark the most significant
features of the track log in order to duplicate your path as closely as possible. To gain
the most benefit from the TracBack feature, keep the following tips in mind:
• Always clear the track log at the point you want to return to (boat ramp,
dock, trailhead, etc.)
• The ‘Record Mode’ on the Track Logs Page must be set to ‘Wrap’ or ‘Fill’.
• There must be at least two track log points stored in memory to create a A TracBack route contains a
TracBack route. series of waypoints labeled
‘T###’ that approximate your
• If there is not enough available memory to add more waypoints and create a previous route of travel.
TracBack route, you will be alerted with a ‘waypoint memory full’ message. The
receiver will use the available waypoints to create a route with an emphasis on
the track log data closest to the destination. Also, existing TracBack waypoints
(‘T###’) that are not contained in routes will be erased to free more memory.
The GPS III+ will create new waypoints using the first available three-digit
number.
• If the Track Logs Page ‘Interval’ field is set to ‘Time’, the route may not follow
your exact path. (Keep the ‘Interval’ field set to ‘Resolution’ for best results.)
• If the receiver is turned off or satellite coverage is lost during your trip, ‘Wrap’ will overwrite the old
TracBack will draw a straight line between any point where coverage was lost track log data in memory,
and where it resumed. once all memory has been
• If there are frequent changes in direction and distance in your track log, 30 used. ‘Fill’ will record data
waypoints may not accurately depict your exact path. The receiver will then until memory is full, then
assign the 30 waypoints to the most significant points of your track log, and stop.
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Route navigation allows you to manually create a sequence of intermediate
Routes waypoints which lead you to your final destination. The GPS III+ will store up to 20
reversible routes, with up to 30 waypoints in each route. Routes can be created and
modified by text entry (using the rocker keypad to enter waypoint names) or directly
from the map display. Using the map display allows you to see each route graphically
on-screen as you create, review, modify or navigate the route. All of the GPS III+’s
route functions are accessed through the Main Menu.
To create a new route by entering the name of each waypoint:
To display the Route List, 1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu.
showing all routes stored in
memory, select ‘Routes’ from 2. Highlight ‘Routes’ and press ENTER. The Route List is displayed, showing all routes
the Main Menu. stored in memory.
3. Press MENU to display the Route Options.
4. Highlight ‘New Route’ and press ENTER. The GPS III+ creates a route called ‘EMPTY-1’.
(The name changes as you add waypoints to the route, so make note of the route name
for future reference.)
5. Highlight the first waypoint name field and press ENTER to begin entering the name of
an existing waypoint in memory.

To create a new route, select 6. Use the rocker keypad to enter the name of the route waypoint.
‘New Route’ from the Route 7. Press ENTER to accept the selected route waypoint.
Options and enter the identi-
fiers for the route waypoints 8. Highlight the next waypoint name field, press ENTER and repeat steps 6 & 7 until all
in the sequence you wish to the waypoints have been added to the route.
follow them.
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To create a route from the map display:
Creating New Routes
1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu.
2. Highlight ‘Routes’ and press ENTER. The Route List is displayed, showing all routes
stored in memory.
3. Press MENU to display the Route Options.
4. Highlight ‘New Route ’ and press ENTER. The GPS III+ creates a route called
‘EMPTY- 1’. (The name changes as you add waypoints to the route, so make note of
the route name for future reference.)
5. Press MENU to display the New Route Options and highlight ‘Show Map’. To create a route directly from
the map display, select ‘New
6. Press ENTER and use the rocker keypad to place the arrow over the first route way-
point. (Use the IN and OUT zoom keys to aid in locating the desired waypoint.) Route’ from the Main Menu,
then select ‘Show Map’ from
7. Press ENTER to accept the selected route waypoint. the New Route Options.
8. Highlight the next waypoint on the map display and press ENTER to add the waypoint to
the route. Repeat this step until all route waypoints have been added to the route.
Press PAGE or QUIT to exit the page.
9. You can also create route waypoints during this process. If no waypoint exists at the
arrow location, the GPS III+ will automatically create one—using a three digit number
as the waypoint’s name. (You can rename the waypoint following the steps on page 51.)
10. If you wish to include a city location in the route, place the arrow over the city and
press ENTER. A confirmation page will appear with the name of the city as a new way- You can add city (or highway
point (sometimes abbreviated, depending on the length of the original name). To add to
the route, select ‘Use’ and press ENTER. exit) locations to a route by
placing the editing arrow on
As you add each new waypoint to the route, the data window at the top of the
a city (or highway exit) and
map display will show the name of the route you are creating, which includes the
first and last waypoints in the route. A solid route line will appear on the map to pressing ENTER.
indicate each leg, and a dotted line will appear to indicate the distance and bearing 61
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The GPS III+’s Route List displays all the routes currently stored in memory,
Route List along with a descriptive name for each route. Once a route has been created, it can
be activated and used for navigation from the Route List. A route may be followed
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.
To activate a route:
1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu.

The Route List shows all 2. Highlight ‘Routes’ and press ENTER. The Route List is displayed, showing all routes
routes currently stored in stored in memory.
memory. Highlight the desired 3. Highlight the desired route and press MENU to display the Route Options.
route and press ENTER to see
the Route Plan Page. 4. Highlight ‘Activate’ and press ENTER to navigate the route in sequence.
To deactivate the route and stop using it for navigation:
1. Press PAGE repeatedly to display the Active Route Page. (See page 66.)
2. Press MENU to display the Active Route Options.
3. Highlight ‘Deactivate’ and press ENTER to stop navigating the currently selected route.
The Route List also allows you to enter your own 13-character name for any listed
Activating a route tells the route. By default the name includes the first and last waypoints in the route.
GPS III+ you wish to use this
route for navigation guidance. To enter a custom route name:
1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu.
2. Highlight ‘Routes’ and press ENTER. The Route List is displayed, showing all routes
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3. Highlight the desired route and press ENTER to display the Route Plan Page.
Route List / Editing
4. Highlight the name field and press ENTER to begin editing.
5. Use the rocker keypad to enter the desired name and press ENTER when finished.

Route Editing
Once a route is added to memory you can review and/or edit the route from the
Route Plan Page. The Route Plan Page shows the sequence of waypoints for the selected
route and provides additional options to depict the route layout on the map display, The Route Plan Page allows
insert waypoints, remove waypoints or perform trip/fuel planning functions. for easy editing of an existing
To edit a route: route.
1. From the Route List, highlight the route you wish to edit and press ENTER. The Route
Plan Page appears for the selected route.
2. To change a route waypoint, highlight the waypoint you wish to change and press
ENTER. Use the rocker keypad to enter the new waypoint and press ENTER.
3. To review the information for a route waypoint, highlight the desired waypoint and
press MENU. A pop-up menu appears with additional options. Highlight ‘Review Wpt’
and press ENTER to display information for the selected waypoint.
4. To insert a waypoint in the route, highlight the waypoint that will immediately follow the
new route waypoint and press MENU. A pop-up menu appears with additional options. To edit the route, highlight
Highlight ‘Insert Wpt’ and press ENTER to display a blank line for the new waypoint. the route waypoint which is
Enter the name of the new waypoint, using the rocker keypad, and press ENTER. affected by the change. If
inserting a waypoint, highlight
5. To delete a waypoint from the route, highlight the waypoint you wish to delete and
press MENU. A pop-up menu appears with additional options. Highlight ‘Remove Wpt’ the waypoint which follows
and press ENTER. the new waypoint.
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6. To edit the route from the map display, press MENU from the Route Plan Page.
Route Editing / Planning Highlight ‘Show Map’ and press ENTER. Use the rocker keypad to place the cursor on
the desired waypoint and press MENU. A pop-up menu appears. Select the desired
option and press ENTER. If ‘Move’ is selected, move the cursor to the desired location
and press ENTER to accept the change.

Route Planning
The Route Plan Page also displays trip planning information for each leg or
the entire route. Available information includes desired course, time to waypoint,
The ‘Show Map’ option allows distance to waypoint, required fuel and sunrise/sunset times at the waypoint
you to change the route from location.
the map display. Place the To use the trip planning features:
arrow on the point affected by
1. To select the desired planning figure, highlight the desired route from the Route List
the change and press MENU and press ENTER to display the Route Plan Page. One of ten available planning figures
to display editing options. appears to the right of each route waypoint. Use the LEFT/RIGHT keys on the rocker
keypad to select the desired item.
2. To enter planning information, Press MENU and select ‘Setup Plan’ from the options
list. Enter the figures for speed, fuel flow, departure time and departure date. Press
QUIT to return to the Route Plan Page.

With the Route Plan Page dis-

played, use the LEFT/RIGHT
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keys on the rocker keypad to NOTE: Fuel flow rates on your GPS III+ are measured in “units per hour”.
select the trip planning features. System setting changes for units of measure (statute, nautical or metric) do not
Press MENU and select ‘Setup affect the fuel flow measure. You should enter fuel flow rates based upon available
Plan’ to define departure time, information for your vehicle (operator’s manual, performance specifications, etc.) and
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When a route is highlighted on the Route List, additional functions are available
from the Route Options. Route Options
To display the Route Options, press MENU (with the Route List
displayed).
The following options are available:
New Route— allows you to create a new route, as described on page 60.
Activate Route— allows you to navigate the route in the same sequence it was
originally created, as described on page 62.
‘Copy’ allows you to make
Copy— allows you to copy the selected route to a new route. The copy function a duplicate of a route before
can be used to save a TracBack route for future use. The copy function is also making editing changes.
useful for duplicating an existing route before making changes.
To copy a route:
1. Highlight the desired route on the Route List and press MENU.
2. Highlight ‘Copy’ and press ENTER.
3. The Route Plan Page will appear for the duplicate route and the name for the new
route will be identical to the original, but followed by a number (e.g. ‘HOME-CAMP 1’).
Delete Route— allows you to remove the selected route from memory. The
waypoints contained in the route will still appear in memory, but not as part of
‘Delete’ will remove the select-
the route.
ed route from memory, but
To delete a route from memory: not the waypoints contained
1. Highlight the desired route on the Route List and press MENU. in the route.
2. Highlight ‘Delete Route’ and press ENTER. A confirmation page will appear.
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Delete All— allows you to remove all routes from memory. The waypoints con-
Route Options / Active Route tained in all stored routes will remain in memory, but not as part of any route.
To delete all routes from memory:
1. Highlight ‘Delete All’ and press ENTER. A confirmation page will appear.
2. Press ENTER to delete all routes (or QUIT to cancel).

Active Route Page

The Active Route Page shows The last page appearing in the main sequence (using the PAGE or QUIT keys)
the route currently being used is the Active Route Page. Whenever you have activated a route, GOTO, MOB or
for navigation guidance. The TracBack, the Active Route Page will show each waypoint (by name) of the active
next waypoint in the route is route, along with the desired course, distance to waypoint, time to each waypoint,
denoted by an arrow on the fuel requirements or sunrise/sunset times at each route waypoint. As you navigate
left-hand side of the screen. the route, the information on the Active Route Page will automatically update
to indicate the destination waypoint and any remaining interim waypoints—with
the next point along the route denoted by an arrow on the left-hand side of
the screen.
From the Active Route Page you can change the name of the active route
(see page 62), review information on a route waypoint (see page 47) or bypass
route waypoints and GOTO any waypoint in the route (see page 56). The user-
Selecting a GOTO destination selectable data field on the right side of the page also keeps you informed of
along the current route will
current conditions. There are ten different data items available. See page 95 for
take you directly to that
data type descriptions.
waypoint, then continue with
the remainder of the route. To change the Active Route Page data, press the LEFT/RIGHT keys on
the rocker keypad.
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Active Route Page Options
Many features of the GPS III+ are menu driven. Each of the main pages has
an options menu, allowing you to custom tailor the corresponding page to your
preferences and/or select special features which specifically relate to that page.
To display the Active Route Page Options, press MENU (with the Active
Route Page displayed).
The following options are available:
Show Map— allows you to view the area around the active route. When select-
ed, ‘Show Map’ will show the map display centered around the first waypoint in To view each waypoint along
the active route. your route and the surround-
Setup Plan— displays a trip planning screen, allowing you to plan and review ing area, select ‘Show Map’
distance, fuel, time en route and sunrise/sunset information for the selected and use the panning arrow to
route. move along your route on the
map display.
To use the trip planning features:
1. Highlight ‘Setup Plan’ and press ENTER. The trip planning screen is displayed, show-
ing speed, fuel flow, departure time and departure date information.
2. Enter an hourly fuel flow (if desired) in the fuel field, using the same steps above. Fuel
flow rate units (gallons, liters, etc.) are not specified on the GPS III+. Enter these figures
based upon available information for your vehicle and make note of the desired units.
3. Press QUIT to return to the Route Plan Page, then use the LEFT/RIGHT keys on the ‘Setup Plan’ allows you to
rocker keypad to review the planning information. define planned speed, fuel
flow and departure time in
Re-evaluate— reactivates the current route and selects the route leg closest to
order to review trip planning
your current position as the active leg. The active leg defines the current ‘from’
figures.
and ‘to’ waypoints.
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Active Route Page Options

Deactivate— cancels navigation of the route you are currently using. See
page 62.
Invert— reactivates the current route in reverse order and navigates from the end
waypoint back to the beginning waypoint. See page 62.
Insert Wpt— allows you to insert an additional waypoint into the route, directly
‘Re-evaluate’ will reactivate
in front of the currently highlighted waypoint in the route. If no route waypoint
the current route and select
is highlighted, this option is not available. See page 63 for route editing info.
the closest leg. This feature Remove Wpt— removes the currently highlighted waypoint from the route. If no
is handy if you stray well waypoint is highlighted, this option is not available. See page 63 for route editing
off course and later wish to information.
return to the route. Review Wpt— allows you to view information for the currently highlighted way-
point in the route. If no route waypoint is highlighted, this option is not available.
See page 53 for waypoint review information.
Delete Route— allows you to remove the current route from memory. The way-
points contained in the route will still appear in memory, but not as part of the
route. See page 65.

To reverse the sequence of

waypoints in the active route,
select the ‘Invert’ option.

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The GPS III+’s Main Menu provides access to the waypoint, route, track log,
Main Menu
timer and setup features of the receiver. The Main Menu can be accessed at any
time using the MENU key.
To display the Main Menu, press the MENU key twice.
The 7 menu options are divided into categories by function: waypoints/cities/
nearest locations, routes/track logs, trip computer, and system setups.
To select an option from the Main Menu, highlight the desired item and
press ENTER.
Press MENU twice to display
The following menu options are available (continued on the next five pages): the Main Menu.
Waypoints— allows you to create, edit or delete waypoints. See pages 47-52.
Cities— allows you to search the built-in database for a particular city or town.
The City Spell ‘n Find Page will display the location, size/reference, bearing and
distance to the selected city. (Categories for small towns and small/medium/large
cities are provided, based on the population levels described on page 70.)
City Spell ‘n Find
To select a city and display it on the City Spell ‘n Find Page:
1. Highlight ‘Cities’ from the Main Menu and press ENTER.
2. The first character of the city name field should already be highlighted. Enter the name of the desired Select the desired menu option
city using the ROCKER KEYPAD—UP/DOWN to change the highlighted character, and RIGHT to move by highlighting it with the
to the next character. As you spell the name of the desired city, the GPS III+ will display the first entry
in the built-in database which corresponds to the characters you have entered. If duplicate entries rocker keypad and pressing
exist for the desired city, continue scrolling through the database entries using the UP/DOWN keys ENTER.
on the ROCKER KEYPAD. (When the same city name exists in several states/countries, pay particular
attention to the ‘State/Country’ field directly below the city name field.)
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Main Menu: City Options City Spell ‘n Find Options
To view the City Spell ‘n Find Options, press MENU (with the City Spell ‘n
Find Page displayed).
The following options are available:
Show Map allows you to view the map area surrounding the selected city’s position.
While viewing the map display, you can also use the IN and OUT zoom keys to see
additional detail.
To view the map area around the city location:
The City Spell ‘n Find Page
1. Select ‘Show Map’ and press ENTER.
lets you retrieve information
for any city in the built-in Save As Waypnt creates a waypoint at the city location and saves it in memory. If the city
database. name is longer than six characters, it will be abbreviated when creating the waypoint.
To save an exit location as a waypoint:
1. Select ‘Save As Waypnt’ and press ENTER.
2. With ‘Done’ highlighted, press ENTER to save the new waypoint.

Show Reference / Show City Size allows you to toggle between a reference waypoint
field or size information. The reference waypoint field allows you to determine bearing
and distance from any waypoint to the selected city. The size information block describes
the size of the selected city as follows: Large cities are those with approximate popula-
The ‘Show Map’ Option tions greater than 200,000. Medium cities are greater than 50,000 and small cities are
greater than 5,000. Small towns include those with approximate populations under
allows you to view the area
5,000 or towns of unknown size.

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around the city location. Use
the IN and OUT zoom keys to
view the desired detail. NOTE: When the ‘Reference’ field is left blank or the size information field is displayed,
the ‘Bearing’ and ‘Distance’ information provided is from your current position.
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City Spell ‘n Find Options (cont.) Main Menu
To select between size information and a reference waypoint field:
1. Select ‘Show City Size’ or ‘Show Reference’ (as appropriate) and press ENTER. (When one of the
options is selected, the other option will appear on the City Spell ‘n Find Options menu.)
2. If ‘Show Reference’ is selected, the City Spell ‘n Find Page will reappear.
To enter a reference waypoint and display the bearing and distance from the
waypoint to the selected city:
1. Select the ‘Show Reference’ option, as described above.
2. With the cursor highlighting the reference waypoint field, press ENTER to begin entering the ‘Show Reference’ allows you
reference waypoint name. to display bearing and dis-
3. Use the ROCKER KEYPAD to enter the name of the reference waypoint and press ENTER when tance (from any waypoint you
finished. The bearing and distance from the reference waypoint to the city location will appear at have stored in memory) to the
the bottom right corner of the screen. selected city.
Nearest— displays up to nine nearest waypoints and 50 nearest cities within
200 miles of your present position, along with 50 exits on the nearest interstate
highway. See page 53.
Routes— allows you to create, edit, activate or delete routes. See pages 60-64.
Track Log— lets you specify whether or not to record a track log (an electronic
‘breadcrumb trail’ recording of your path), define how it is recorded or save track
log data for future use. The Track Logs Page also provides an indicator of the mem-
ory used for the active track log and options to clear the track memory or start a To clear the reference field
TracBack route. See pages 58-59 for TracBack information. (and use your present position
The Track Logs Page is divided in two main sections: one for the active log (the log instead) press LEFT side of
currently being recorded) and available memory, and the second section showing the ROCKER KEYPAD until
any saved track logs and the total number saved. The active log stores up to 1900 the reference waypoint field
track log positions, based upon the criteria specified in the Track Log Options. Up to becomes blank, then press
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in each saved log. You may also choose to display/not display the saved log. ENTER.
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Main Menu: Track Logs Track Log Settings
To view the Track Log Options, highlight ‘Active Log’ or any of the ‘Saved Logs’
(on the Track Logs Page) and press MENU.
The following options are available:
TracBack converts the track log data in memory into an inverted route (of up to 30
waypoints) and begins navigation along the route. See pages 58-59.
Save Active Log extracts up to 250 of the most significant points along the active log,
saves this information as a ‘saved log’, and clears the active log. Up to 10 saved logs may
The Track Logs Page shows be stored in memory, along with a 13-character name. The default name is the date the
available memory for the log was saved, but you can specify any name you wish.
active log (the log currently To rename a saved log:
being recorded) and lists any
1. Highlight the saved log you wish to rename and press ENTER. An information box appears, show-
saved track logs. ing the name of the saved log, the number of points in the track log and the total distance covered.
2. Highlight the track log name field and press ENTER.
3. Use the rocker keypad to enter the new name for the saved log. Press ENTER when finished.
Clear Active Log / Delete Saved Log clears the selected track log, active or saved, from
memory. Highlight the ‘Active Log’ to display the ‘Clear Active Log’ option, or highlight
any of the ‘Saved Logs’ to display the ‘Delete Saved Log’ option. You should select the
‘Clear Active Log’ option at the beginning of any trip where you’ll want to convert the
From the Track Logs Page, track log data into a TracBack route. See pages 58-59.
press MENU to view the To delete a track log:
Track Log Options. 1. Highlight the track log you wish to delete (active or saved) on the Track Logs Page, and press
MENU to display the Track Log Options.
2. Highlight ‘Clear Active Log’ or ‘Delete Saved Log’ and press ENTER.
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Track Log Settings (cont.) Main Menu: Track Logs
Delete All allows you to clear all track logs, active and saved, from memory.
To delete all track logs from memory:
1. Select ‘Delete All’ from the Track Log Options and press ENTER.
2. Press ENTER again to confirm (or QUIT to cancel).
Setup Logging provides a setup screen to define how track log data will be recorded. The
Setup Logging Page provides options for ‘Record Mode’, ‘Interval’ and ‘Interval Value’.
Record Mode lets you select one of three track recording options: Select ‘Save Active Log’ to save
the active log data for future
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use. This process extracts the
most significant points along
NOTE: Selecting ‘Off’ may prevent you from using the TracBack feature. the active route (up to 250)
‘Fill’ – A track log will be recorded until the track memory is full. and creates a ‘saved log’.
‘Wrap’ (default) – A track log will be continuously recorded, wrapping through
available memory; replacing the oldest track data with new data.
Interval defines the frequency with which the track plot is recorded. Three
interval settings are available:
‘Resolution’ (default) – Records track log based upon a user-defined variance
from your course over ground. The resolution option is recommended for the
most efficient use of memory and TracBack performance. The distance value The ‘Setup Logging’ option
(entered in the ‘Interval Value’ field) is the maximum left/right deviation allows you to change the
allowed from the last defined ground track before recording a new point. criteria used to record the
‘Time’ – Records track log based on a user-defined time interval. active track log.
‘Distance’ – Records track log based on a user-defined distance between points.
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Main Menu / Setup Menu Displayed on Map/Not Displayed— allows you to control if a saved track log
is displayed on the map page.
To display/not display a saved track log:
1. Highlight a saved track log from the Track Logs list and press ENTER. This will display
the details of the saved track log. (You may also change the name of the track log or
start a TracBack from this page.)
2. Press MENU, then with Display Options highlighted, press ENTER. Choose the desired
display option and press ENTER.
‘Trip Computer’ provides
readouts for the trip odometer, Trip Computer— provides readouts for average speed, maximum speed, odometer,
trip timer, average speed and trip odometer and trip timer. These readouts can be reset from the Trip Computer
maximum speed. Options are Options.
provided to reset these figures.
To reset a trip computer readout(s):
1. Press MENU (with the Trip Computer Page displayed). An options list is displayed.
2. To reset all trip computer readouts, highlight ‘Reset All’ and press ENTER.
3. To reset a single readout item, highlight the desired option and press ENTER.
4. To log trip time only while moving, highlight ‘Use Time Moving’ and press ENTER. If this
option is selected, ‘Use Total Time’ will appear instead. This latter option logs trip time any
The ‘Setup’ option uses file
time the GPS III+ is on and has a position fix.
tabs (across the top of the
page) for quick selection/ NOTE: The ‘Reset Trip’ option resets trip odometer, trip timer and average speed readouts.
review of unit settings.
Setup— provides a group of pages to perform various system setup functions,
including selection of position format, units of measure, setting various alarms,
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a ‘file tab’ which identifies the function of that page.
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To select a Setup option, highlight the file tab for the desired function.
Setup Menu
The information is automatically displayed when the file tab is highlighted.
The file tab headings and setup functions for these pages are:

Simulator Enable/Disable; Settings for simulated Track, Speed

and Altitude
System Backlight timeout, Battery type, Power Saver Mode
and Display Orientation To display the desired
Units Units of measure settings for – Distance & Speed, information, highlight the
Heading and Altitude appropriate file tab (using
Timers Count up/down User Timer, Battery Timer, and the LEFT/RIGHT keys on the
rocker keypad).
usage timers for current day and since new
Time Formats for local 24 hour, local 12 hour (AM/PM) or
UTC; Difference setting from UTC to local time
Alarms Alarm Clock, Arrival Alarm, Off Course Alarm
Position Position Format (latitude/longitude, UTM/UPS,
Maidenhead, regional grids); Map Datum selection
Interface Format (NMEA, RTCM, GARMIN proprietary); Once the desired tab is select-
Mode setting for use with PC or a second unit ed, use the UP/ DOWN keys
on the rocker keypad to select
The following pages describe, in more detail, the available settings for each the desired item on the page.
Setup file tab item.
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Setup Menu: Simulator Simulator Settings
Mode lets you turn the built-in simulator on or off.
To enable/disable the built-in simulator:
1. Highlight the ‘Mode’ field and press ENTER.

2. Select ‘Simulator Off’ or ‘Simulator On’ (as desired) and press ENTER.

Speed lets you select a simulated speed when the simulator is enabled.
‘Simulator’ allows you to Track Control allows the built-in simulator to automatically align track heading to the
configure the built-in desired course (when using a GOTO or route), or allows you to manually adjust the
simulator feature. track heading, as desired.
Track allows you to manually enter a track heading. This setting is only available when
Track Control is set to ‘User Track’.
Altitude allows you to specify a user-defined altitude for your simulated position.
To select a simulator setting:
1. For track control, highlight the ‘Track Control’ field and press ENTER. Select ‘Auto Track’ or
‘User Track’ and press ENTER.

2. For simulated speed, user track, or altitude, highlight the desired field and press ENTER. Enter
the desired value using the rocker keypad and press ENTER when finished.
The ‘Track Control’ setting
allows the simulator to
automatically “line up” on
the correct bearing to a
destination waypoint.
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System Settings Setup Menu: System
Backlight lets you keep the screen/keypad backlighting on continuously (‘always on’)
when selected, or enable the automatic shutoff to preserve battery life. Automatic shutoff
times from 15 seconds to 4 minutes (since last key press) are available.
To set the backlight timeout:
1. Highlight the ‘Backlight’ field and press ENTER.

2. To keep backlighting on continuously, select ‘Always On’ and press ENTER, OR

Set the ‘Backlight’ field to
3. To set a timeout duration, select the desired time period and press ENTER. ‘Always On’ to prevent the
Battery is used to designate the type of batteries currently being used to power your GPS backlighting from timing out
III+: Alkaline, Lithium or NiCad. This setting ensures accurate readings from the battery and turning off automatically.
gauge on the Satellite Status Page (see page 27).
Power Saver is suitable for most applications and offers position updates which adapt to
your needs while extending battery life. The GPS III+ will operate up to 36 hours when
using Power Saver mode.
To select power saver mode:
1. Highlight the ‘Power Saver’ field and press ENTER.

2. Use the UP/DOWN keys on the ROCKER KEYPAD to select ‘ON’ (or ‘OFF’) and press ENTER. Display orientation is adjust-
Display allows you set the display orientation to horizontal (‘Landscape’) or vertical able by pressing and holding
(‘Portrait’). the PAGE key, or from the

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NOTE: Display orientation can also be changed by pressing and holding the PAGE key.
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Setup Menu: Units Units Settings
Distance & Speed lets you select the desired units of measure for distance and speed
readouts in ‘Nautical’, ‘Statute’ or ‘Metric’ terms.
Heading lets you select the reference used in calculating heading information. You can
select from ‘Auto Mag Var’, ‘True’, ‘Grid’ and ‘User Mag Var’. ‘Auto Mag Var’ provides
magnetic north heading references which are automatically determined from your current
position. ‘True’ provides headings based upon a true north reference. ‘Grid’ provides
headings based on a grid north reference (and is used in conjunction with the grid
Select nautical, statute or position formats described on page 82). ‘User Mag Var’ allows you to specify the magnetic
metric units of measure from variation at your current position and provides magnetic north heading references based
the ‘Units’ settings. upon the variation you enter.
Altitude lets you select altitude readouts in ‘Feet’ or ‘Meters’.
To select a units setting:
1. Highlight the desired field and press ENTER to display the available options.

2. Select the desired option and press ENTER.

3. If ‘User Mag Var’ is selected in the ‘Heading’ field, highlight the heading reference field (immed-
iately to the right) and press ENTER. Enter the magnetic variation at your current position using
the rocker keypad and press ENTER.
The ‘User Mag’ option allows
you to define the magnetic
variation for your area. ‘Auto
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WARNING: If ‘User Mag Var’ is selected, you must periodically update the magnetic
Mag Var’ is the preferred set- variation as your position changes. Using this setting, the GPS III+ will not automatically
ting in most cases. calculate and update the magnetic variation at your present position. Failure to update
this setting may result in substantial differences between the information displayed on
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Timers Settings Setup Menu: Timers
User Timer lets you select a count up or count down timer. For a count down timer you
may also specify the count down duration.
To select a user timer setting:
1. For a count down timer, highlight the ‘User Timer’ field in the right-hand column, press ENTER and
enter the count duration using the rocker keypad. Press ENTER to accept., then—with the left-hand
column highlighted—press ENTER to view the User Timer options. Select ‘Down’ and press ENTER.

2. For a count up timer, highlight the ‘User Timer’ field in the left-hand column, press ENTER and The ‘User Timer’ option pro-
select ‘Up’. Press ENTER to confirm. vides both count up and count
down timers.
3. To reset the timer or turn the timer off, highlight the ‘User Timer’ field in the left-hand column,
press ENTER and select ‘Reset’ or ‘Off’ (as appropriate). Press ENTER to confirm.

Battery Timer provides a running count of how long the GPS III+ has been in operation
with the current batteries. The timer automatically stops when using an external power
source. The timer will automatically reset when depleted batteries are replaced, but can
also be manually reset.
To select a battery timer setting:
1. Highlight the ‘Battery Timer’ field in the left-hand column and press ENTER.

2. Select ‘Off’, ‘On’ or ‘Reset’ (as appropriate) and press ENTER. The battery timer will auto-
matically reset when depleted
Since Midnight provides a running count of how long the GPS III+ has been in operation batteries are replaced with a
since midnight of the current day. fresh set.
Since Factory Reset provides a running count of total GPS III+ operating time since the
receiver was shipped from the factory.
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Setup Menu: Time Time Format allows current time to be displayed using a 12- or 24- hour clock. This
field is also used to select between local and UTC time readouts.
To select a time format:
1. Highlight the ‘Time Format’ field and press ENTER to display the available options.

2. Select ‘Local 24hr’ or ‘Local 12hr’ to display local time references. ‘Local 12hr’ will show current
time using a traditional AM/PM format, OR

3. Select ‘UTC’ to display universal time references (also referred to as ‘Greenwich’ or ‘zulu’ time).
Enter an offset amount to
adjust the time display to Local Time Zone is used to define the current local time. UTC (also called Greenwich
your local area. In the United time) date and time are calculated directly from the satellites’ signals and cannot be
States, all offset amounts will edited. If you prefer to use local time, you may designate an offset, either ‘Behind UTC’ or
be ‘Behind UTC’. ‘Ahead of UTC’. The offset is the difference, in hours and minutes, between local time and
UTC time. See the table on page 97 for time offsets.
To enter the local time zone:
1. Highlight the ‘Local Time Zone’ field and press ENTER.

2. Select the desired offset amount (in hours and minutes) using the rocker keypad and press ENTER.

3. Highlight the offset direction field (immediately to the right) and press ENTER.
If you’re unsure of the exact
4. Select ‘Behind UTC’ or ‘Ahead of UTC’ (as appropriate) and press ENTER.
offset, select a ‘Local’ time
format, then enter offset Time displays the current time based on the settings made above and information
values until you arrive at the provided by the satellites received.
correct local time. Date displays the current date based on the settings made above and information
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Alarms Settings Setup Menu: Alarms
Clock Alarm uses the internal clock to provide an ‘Alarm Clock’ message at the time
you set.
To enable/disable the alarm clock:
1. Highlight the ‘Clock Alarm’ field and press ENTER.

2. Select ‘On’ or ‘Off’ (as desired) and press ENTER.

3. If enabling the alarm, highlight the time field (to the immediate right) and press ENTER. Enter the An ‘Approaching’ message
alarm time using the rocker keypad and press ENTER. automatically appears one

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minute before reaching the
destination waypoint. The
NOTE: The GPS III+ must be turned on when the alarm time is reached. Otherwise, the arrival alarm allows you to set
message will not occur. a distance-defined message.
Arrival Alarm provides an alarm message once you’re within a set distance from your
destination waypoint. As you approach the destination waypoint, an ‘Arrival at ____’
message occurs when you are within the alarm distance you entered.
Off Course Alarm provides an alarm message (‘Off Course Alarm’) when you deviate off
course beyond the specified limits.
To set the arrival and/or off course alarms:
The ‘Off Course Alarm’ pro-
1. Highlight the ‘Arrival Alarm’ or ‘Off Course Alarm’ field and press ENTER. vides an alert if you drift off
2. Select ‘On’ or ‘Off’ (as desired) and press ENTER.
course beyond the limits you
have set.
3. If enabling the alarm, highlight the alarm distance field (to the immediate right) and press ENTER.
Enter the alarm distance using the rocker keypad and press ENTER.
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Setup Menu: Position Position Format is used to change the coordinate system in which a given position
reading is displayed. The default format is latitude and longitude in degrees and minutes
(hddd°mm.mmm’). The following additional formats are available:
• hddd.ddddd° — latitude/longitude in decimal degrees only
• hddd°mm’ss.s” — latitude/longitude in degrees, minutes, seconds
• UTM/UPS — Universal Transverse Mercator / Universal Polar Stereographic grids
• MGRS — Military Grid Reference System
Only the latitude/longitude, • British Grid • German Grid • Irish Grid
UTM/UPS and Maidenhead • Maidenhead • New Zealand • Swedish Grid
settings apply worldwide. The • Swiss Grid • Taiwan Grid • User UTM Grid
additional grid settings are • Loran TD (See following page.)
only valid for a specific region.
Map Datum allows you to select the datum reference used to determine where a given
position is. The default setting is ‘WGS 84’. Although over 100 datums are available (as
listed on page 92-94), you should only change the datum if you are using a map or
chart that specifies a different datum. Make sure the settings under the ‘Position’ tab
of the III+ match that of the map or chart. This information should be displayed
somewhere on the map or chart. If the information is not present, contact the map
or chart maker to determine what position format, datum, heading and units of
measure are being used for the map or chart.
Datums are used to describe WARNING: Selecting the wrong map datum can result in substantial position errors.
geographic positions for survey-
When in doubt, seek assistance or use the default WGS 84 datum for best overall
ing, mapping, and navigation
and are not actual maps built performance.
in the unit. Use WGS 84 unless To change the position format and/or map datum:
your chart specifies otherwise.
1. Highlight the ‘Position Format’ or ‘Map Datum’ field and press ENTER.
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2. Select the desired setting (using the rocker keypad) and press ENTER.
LORAN TD Feature REFERENCE
The LORAN TD (Time Delay) feature eases the transition from using LORAN to using GPS. Setup Menu: Loran TD
The III+ unit automatically converts GPS coordinates to LORAN TDs for those who have a
collection of LORAN fixes for favorite fishing spots and other waypoints recorded as TDs. You
can display your position as a TD or enter waypoints as TDs. The accuracy to be expected
from this conversion is approximately thirty meters. When the unit is placed in the LORAN
TD format mode, it simulates the operation of a LORAN receiver. Position coordinates may
be displayed as TDs, and all navigation functions may be used as if the unit was actually
receiving LORAN signals.
Using the LORAN TD Format Loran TD Setup Page
When creating new waypoints using LORAN TD coordinates you must set the correct
LORAN chain number and secondary stations in the Setup TD field before storing the waypoint.
After the waypoint is stored in unit memory, it will always reference the LORAN chain number
and secondary stations currently selected in the Setup TD field. If you enter a different LORAN
chain number, change the secondary stations or offsets in the Setup TD field, the active waypoint
information will reflect those changes. Since the III+ does not rely on the LORAN signal for
navigation, it can reference a different GRI chain and/or secondary stations and still navigate
to the location stored in memory.
The LORAN Position Format field is located under the Position tab in the Main Menu. The
‘LORAN TD Setup’ window contains the fields where the Loran GRI-Chain Number, Primary &
Secondary Stations and TD Offsets are selected.
To setup Loran TD from the Main Menu:
Selecting the Loran Chain
1. With the Position Format set to 'Loran TD', press MENU Number
2. Highlight ‘Setup Loran TD’, press ENTER/MARK
3. To change the settings of any of the five fields, highlight the field, press ENTER/MARK,
select/enter the desired setting and press ENTER/MARK.
4. When done, highlight 'Save' and press ENTER/MARK. 83
 REFERENCE Interface Settings
Format lets you control the input/output format used when connecting your GPS III+ to
Setup Menu: Interface
external NMEA devices, a DGPS beacon receiver, a personal computer, etc. Five format
settings are available:
• GARMIN — the proprietary format used to upload/download MapSource data,
exchange waypoint, route, track log data with a PC or with another GPS III+.
• GRMN DGPS — used to connect the III+ with a GARMIN DGPS beacon receiver
• NMEA — supports the input/output of standard NMEA 0183 version 2.0 data.
• None — provides no interfacing capabilities.
The ‘GARMIN’ option allows
the GPS III+ to exchange data • RTCM/NMEA — allows Differential GPS (DGPS) input using a standard RTCM
with a PC or another GPS format and also provides NMEA 0183 version 2.0 output.
III+. Use this setting with the • RTCM/Text — allows DGPS input using a standard RTCM format and also
optional PC Software Kit. provides simple text (ASCII) output which contains time, position and velocity data.
• Text Out — outputs simple text (ASCII) which contains time, position and velocity.
To select an input/output format:
1. Highlight the 'Format’ field and press ENTER.
2. Select the desired setting and press ENTER.
3. If the ‘GARMIN’ format is selected, highlight the ‘Transfer Mode’ field and press ENTER. Select
the desired setting and press ENTER. The ‘Transfer Mode’ field allows you to specify what informa-
Select the ‘Text Out’ option tion to request or send to a second GARMIN GPS III+. The ‘Host’ setting lets you control all data
to output simple text (ASCII). transfer functions from the second GPS III or from a PC. Set to 'Host' when using the III+ with
For additional details on MapSource.
this format, please visit the 4. If an ‘RTCM’ format is selected, additional fields are provided to control a GARMIN differential
GARMIN web site. beacon receiver (e.g. GBR 21/23) directly from your GPS III+. The unit will automatically scan for a
frequency, or you can manually enter the beacon frequency and bit rate. For more information, refer
84 to the owner’s manual for your GARMIN differential beacon receiver.
 To have the unit automatically scan for a frequency:
REFERENCE
Setup Menu: DGPS
1. With the unit set to ‘Garmin DGPS’ or ‘RTCM/NMEA’, use the ARROW KEYPAD to highlight
the 'Tuning Mode' field and press ENTER/MARK.
2. Highlight ‘Scan’ and press ENTER/MARK. The numbers in the 'Beacon' field will change
as the unit scans from 284 kHz to 325 kHz, 200 bit rate, then 100, at 6-second intervals.
To restart the scan:
1. Press MENU, highlight ‘Restart Scan’ and press ENTER/MARK.
To manually enter a frequency and bit rate: The III+ can automatically
1. With the unit set to ‘Garmin DGPS’ or ‘RTCM/NMEA’, use the ARROW KEYPAD to highlight tune the GARMIN GBR 21 or
the 'Beacon' field and press ENTER/MARK. GBR 23.
2. Highlight ‘User’ and press ENTER/MARK.
3. Highlight the 'Beacon' or 'Bit Rate' field, press ENTER/MARK, then enter a frequency or
bit rate and press ENTER/MARK when done.
The “Status” field will show one of the following:
• Tuning— unit is attempting to tune to the specified frequency and bit rate.
• Scanning— unit is automatically scanning through the frequencies and bit rates.
• Receiving— unit is receiving DGPS signal and ready for operation.
• Check Wiring— unit is not making connection with DGPS receiver.
Press MENU to restart the
When the unit is receiving a DGPS signal, the “SNR” (Signal to Noise Ratio) and “Distance”
fields will show data. The SNR range is 0dB to 30dB, with 30 being the best. The Distance may or scan. 'View Beacon Log'
may not show data, depending upon the signal being broadcast from the DGPS site. allows you to view the last 5
The DGPS beacon transmitters are operated by the U.S. Coast Guard (or similar government
valid frequencies. To use a fre-
agency in other countries), which is responsible for their accuracy and maintenance. For DGPS quency from the list, highlight
transmitter problems or to find the most updated list of frequencies & coverage areas, contact your it and press ENTER/MARK.
local USCG, or see their web site at http://www.navcen.uscg.mil/. 85
 APPENDIX A
The GPS III+ can be mounted on the dashboard of an automobile or to another
Dashboard Mounting
convenient surface using the two Velcro™ strips provided with the unit. Be sure to
read the warnings on page ii before mounting the GPS in a vehicle!
To mount the GPS III+ using the Velcro strips:
1. Select a location for the unit that pro-
vides a clear and unobstructed view of
the sky.

2. Remove the paper strip liners from both

pieces of Velcro.

3. Make sure the surface to which you’re

adhering the Velcro is clean and dry.
Place the adhesive side of the rough
piece of Velcro on the desired mounting
surface, and press into place.

4. Place the adhesive side of the smooth

piece of Velcro on the bottom of the unit (between the rubber anti-skid bumps), and press into place.

5. Mount the unit, placing one piece of Velcro on top of the other.

Optional Dash Mounting Bracket

An optional dash mount bracket is also available for your GPS III+.
This bracket allows you to adjust the GPS III+ for best viewing angle,
while installed on the dash of a vehicle. The dash mount bracket may
be permanently installed or temporarily mounted using supplied Velcro
86 fasteners.
 The GPS III+ is constructed of high-quality materials and should not require user APPENDIX B
maintenance. Should you ever encounter a problem with your unit, please contact your
GARMIN dealer or GARMIN Customer Service. The GPS III+ has no user-serviceable Specifications
parts. Never attempt any repairs yourself, as this may cause injury or void your warranty.
To protect your GPS III+, keep it in its carrying case (optional accessory) when not in
use, and never allow gasoline or other solvents to come into contact with the case. To clean the case and lens, use a soft
cloth and a household window cleaner.
PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE
Case: Fully-gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy, Receiver: Differential-ready PhaseTrac12™
waterproof to IPX7 standards Acquisition Time: Approx. 15 seconds (warm start)
Size: 6.15”H x 2”W x 1.23”D (15.6 x 5.1 x 1.23 cm) Approx. 45 seconds (EZinit/cold start)
Weight: Approx. 9 ounces (255g) w/ batteries Approx. 5 minutes (AutoLocate™)
Temperature Range: 5 to 158ºF (-15º to 70ºC)† Update Rate: 1/second, continuous
Memory Back Up: Internal Lithium Battery Position Accuracy: 3-5 meters (10-16 ft) with DGPS
POWER corrections, 95% typical*
Input: Four 1.5-volt AA batteries† or 10-32 VDC external <15 meters (49 ft) RMS, 95% typical**
Power Consumption: 0.5 watts max. Velocity Accuracy: 0.1 knot RMS steady state
Battery Life: Up to 36 hours in Power Saver mode ‡ Dynamics: Performs to specification to 6 g’s
Interfaces: NMEA 183, RTCM (for DGPS corrections) and
RS-232 for PC interface
Antenna: Detachable with standard BNC connector
Specifications subject to change without notice.
* With optional GARMIN Differential Beacon Receiver Input (such as GARMIN GBR 21 or GBR 23).
** Subject to accuracy degradation to 100m 2DRMS under the U.S. DoD-imposed Selective Availability Program.
† The temperature rating for the GPS III+ may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at high temperatures.
‡ Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as temperature decreases. Use lithium batteries when operating the GPS III+ in 87
below freezing conditions. Extensive use of screen backlighting will significantly reduce battery life.
 APPENDIX C
Interfacing formats are selected from the Setup Menu, described on page 84. The input/output
Interfacing / Wiring lines on your GPS III+ are RS-232 compatible allowing easy interface to a wide range of external
devices, including PCs, differential beacon receivers, marine autopilots and/or a second GPS
receiver.

H The NMEA 0183 version 2.0 interface format is supported by the GPS III+ and enables the
unit to drive up to three NMEA devices:
NMEA 0183 version 2.0 Approved sentences:
Complete information concerning
NMEA & RTCM formats and GPGGA, GPGLL, GPGSA, GPGSV, GPRMB, GPRMC, GPRTE, GPWPL, GPBOD
sentences is available for purchase Proprietary sentences:
from NMEA at: PGRME (estimated error), PGRMM (map datum), PGRMZ (altitude), PSLIB (beacon receiver
NMEA control)
PO Box 3435 DGPS (Differential GPS) corrections are accepted in RTCM SC-104 version 2.0 format through
New Bern, NC 28564-3435 the Data In line. A GARMIN Differential Beacon Receiver (such as the GBR 21 or GBR 23) is
U.S.A. recommended for use with the GPS III+. Other beacon receivers with the correct RTCM format may
252-638-2626 be used, but may not correctly display status or allow tuning control from the GPS unit.
252-638-4885 FAX The GPS III+ may be hard-wired to a
www.nmea.org vehicle’s electrical system (10-32 VDC) using
an optional Power/Data Cable. Consult the
Radio Technical Commission For diagram to the left for proper connections. (-) Ground
Maritime Services (RTCM) (The male connector on the back of the GPS
1800 Diagonal Road, Suite 600 III+ is illustrated.) A cigarette lighter adapter
Alexandria, VA 22314-2480 is also available to power your GPS III+ Data In Data Out
without making permanent connections.
U.S.A.
703-684-4481 (Info Only) Additional cables are available for the
703-836-4229 FAX GPS III+. Contact your GARMIN dealer or
visit the GARMIN web site (www.garmin.com) (+) Power
www.rtcm.org
for additional accessories.
88 GPS III+ Connections (from back of unit)
 APPENDIX D
The GPS III+’s antenna may be removed to allow attachment of an optional
Antenna / Remote Mounting
remote-mounted antenna. In some applications, using a remote-mounted antenna
will dramatically increase the number of satellites received. The GPS antenna should
be mounted in a location which provides an unobstructed view of much of the
sky. A minimum of four satellites are needed to determine a three dimensional position. Satellite coverage will vary
throughout the day, but may be checked at any time using the Satellite Status Page (see page 25). If satellite reception is
limited in your particular installation, you may want to consider one of the following options:
Remote Suction Cup Mount – allows you to mount the standard detachable antenna up to 6 feet away from the
GPS III+ unit, using a suction cup mount. This mount should only be used inside a vehicle.
GA 26C Remote Antenna – allows you to mount an amplified antenna outside the vehicle, up to 8 feet away, using
supplied magnetic or suction cup mounts. An optional extension cable allows you to mount the antenna up to 16
feet away. Trunk lip and permanent flange mounts are also available.
GA 29 Remote Marine Antenna - allows you to mount an amplified antenna outside the vehicle, up to 30 feet
away, using a standard 1-inch marine antenna mount (not supplied). An optional extension cable allows you to
mount the antenna up to 60 feet away.

To remove the attached antenna:

1. Rotate the antenna toward the rear of the unit as shown. Note: The
antenna can only be removed or installed in this position.
2. Pull the antenna gently away from the unit.
3. To install an optional external antenna, mate the BNC connector
notches with the mounting posts and turn the knurled knob one-
quarter turn clockwise.
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 APPENDIX E The GPS III+ uses an on-screen message indicator to alert you to important
information. Whenever the message appears, press ENTER to acknowledge the mes-
Messages
sage and return to the previous page you were viewing. Messages are provided for
system status, waypoint/route editing, battery condition, etc. For your safety, pay
careful attention to all messages.
Alarm Clock—The alarm clock time that was set from Need Altitude for 2D Nav—The unit needs altitude
the Alarms submenu has been reached. input in order to start and/or continue 2D navigation.
Approaching—You are one minute away from reaching Need to Select Init Method—You must select an ini-
a destination waypoint. tialization method so the unit can locate satellites and
Arrival at—You have reached your destination obtain a fix.
waypoint. No Differential GPS Position—Not enough data is
Battery Power Low—The batteries are low and should available to compute a DGPS position.
be replaced. No RTCM Input—Beacon receiver is improperly con-
Data Transfer Complete—The unit has finished nected or baud rates do not match.
uploading or downloading information to the connected Off Course Alarm—You are left or right of course,
device. beyond the limits set on the Alarms submenu.
Degraded Accuracy—The unit’s accuracy has been Oscillator Needs Adjustment—The GPS III+ has
degraded beyond 500 meters due to poor satellite geom- detected excessive drift in its internal crystal oscillator
etry or data quality. Check other navigational sources to which may result in longer acquisition time. The unit
verify the position indicated. should be taken to an authorized GARMIN service center.
Leg not Smoothed—The upcoming route leg is too Poor GPS Coverage—The unit cannot acquire the nec-
short for smooth waypoint transitions. essary number of satellites to compute a position. Try
Memory Battery Power Low—The battery that sus- another location with a clearer view of the sky.
tains user memory is low and should be replaced by an Power Down and Re-init—The unit cannot calculate a
authorized service center as soon as possible. Failure to position due to abnormal satellite conditions. Turn power
do so may result in loss of stored data, including all off and use other means to verify the last position shown.
90 user waypoints and routes. Try the unit again later, possibly in a different location.
 APPENDIX E
RAM Failed—The GPS III+ has detected a failure in its Searching the Sky—
internal memory. If the message persists, the GPS III+ is The GPS III+ is in Messages
unusable and should be taken to an authorized GARMIN searching the sky for
service center. almanac data or the unit is in AutoLocate mode.
Received Invalid Waypoint—A waypoint was received Steep Turn Ahead—This message appears approximate-
during upload transfer that has an invalid identifier. ly one minute prior to a turn that requires a bank angle
Receiver Failed—A failure in receiver hardware has in excess of 25 degrees in order to stay on course.
been detected. If this message persists, do not use the Stored Data Lost—All waypoints, routes, time, and
unit and take it to an authorized dealer for repair. almanac data have been lost due to battery failure, or the
ROM Failed—The permanent memory has failed and receiver’s memory has been cleared.
the unit is not operable. Take your unit to an authorized Timer Expired—The countdown timer has expired.
GARMIN dealer for repairs. Track Log Already Exist—The name selected for the
Route Already Exists—You have attempted to name track log is identical to another track log already stored
a route with the same name currently in use with an in memory.
existing route. Enter a different name for the route. Track Memory Full—You have used all track log points
Route Full—You have attempted to add more than 30 in the GPS III+. (The unit holds approximately 1900
waypoints to a route. points in the active track log.) Delete unwanted track
Route Memory Full—Route memory is full and no points to make room for new entries.
additional routes can be added from another GPS III+ or Using Simulator for Faster Data Transfer—While
uploaded from a PC. using the PC Software Kit or the MapSource program,
Route Waypoint Deleted—The waypoint being deleted simulator mode is automatically selected to enable a
was part of a route. The deleted waypoint is removed higher data transfer rate.
from waypoint memory and from the route. Waypoint Memory Full—You have used all 500
RTCM Input Failed—DGPS data being received has waypoints in the GPS III+. Delete unwanted waypoints to
been lost. You are no longer receiving the beacon signal. make room for new entries.
Waypoint Already Exists—The name you are enter-
ing already exists in the GPS III+’s memory. 91
 APPENDIX F
The following are the map datums available for the GPS III+. Menu Page
Map Datums abbreviations are listed first, followed by the corresponding map datum name and
area. The default map datum for the GPS III+ is WGS 84.
Adindan Adindan- Ethiopia, Mali, Senegal, Sudan Cape Canavrl Cape Canaveral- Florida, Bahama Islands
Afgooye Afgooye- Somalia Carthage Carthage- Tunisia
AIN EL ABD ‘70 AIN EL ANBD 1970- Bahrain Island, Saudi CH-1903 CH 1903- Switzerland
Arabia Chatham 1971 Chatham 1971- Chatham Island (New Zealand)
Anna 1 Ast ‘65 Anna 1 Astro ‘65- Cocos Isl. Chua Astro Chua Astro- Paraguay
ARC 1950 ARC 1950- Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Corrego Alegr Corrego Algre-Brazil
Swaziland, Zaire, Zambia, Zimbabwe Djakarta Djakarta (Batavia)- Sumatra Island (Indonesia)
ARC 1960 ARC 1960- Kenya, Tanzania Dos 1968 Dos 1968- Gizo Island
Ascnsn Isld ‘58 Ascension Island ‘58- Ascension Island (New Georgia Islands)
Astro B4 Sorol Astro B4 Sorol Atoll- Tern Island Easter Isld 67 Easter Island 1967
Astro Bcn “E” Astro Beacon “E”- Iwo Jima European 1950 European 1950- Austria, Belgium, Denmark,
Astro Dos 71/4 Astro Dos 71/4- St. Helena Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Italy,
Astr Stn ‘52 Astronomic Stn ‘52- Marcus Island Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal,
Astrln Geod ‘66 Australian Geod ‘66- Australia, Tasmania Island Spain, Sweden, Switzerland

Astrln Geod ‘84 Australian Geod ‘84- Australia, Tasmania Island European 1979 European 1979- Austria, Finland, Netherlands,
Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland
Bellevue (IGN) Efate and Erromango Islands
Finland Hayfrd Finland Hayford- Finland
Bermuda 1957 Bermuda 1957- Bermuda Islands
Gandajika Base Gandajika Base- Republic of Maldives
Bogata Observ Bogata Obsrvatry- Colombia
Geod Datm ‘49 Geodetic Datum ‘49- New Zealand
Campo Inchspe Campo Inchauspe- Argentina
Guam 1963 Guam 1963- Guam Island
Canton Ast ‘66 Canton Astro 1966- Phoenix Islands
Gux 1 Astro Gux 1 Astro- Guadalcanal Island
Cape Cape- South Africa
Hjorsey 1955 Hjorsey 1955- Iceland
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Hong Kong ‘63 Hong Kong ‘63- Hong Kong
APPENDIX F
Hu-Tzu-Shan Hu-Tzu-Shan- Taiwan
Map Datums
Indian Bngldsh Indian- Bangladesh, India, Nepal
Indian Thailand Indian- Thailand, Vietnam NAD27 Canal Zone North Am. 1927- Canal Zone
Indonesia ‘74 Indonesia 1974- Indonesia NAD27 Caribbn North American 1927- Caribbean (Barbados,
Ireland 1965 Ireland 1965- Ireland Caicos Islands, Cuba, Dom. Rep., Grand Cayman,
ISTS 073 Astro ISTS 073 ASTRO ‘69- Diego Garcia Jamaica, Leeward and Turks Islands)
Johnston Island Johnston Island Kandawala- Sri Lanka NAD27 Central North American 1927- Central America (Belize,
Kerguelen Islnd Kerguelen Island Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras,
Kertau 1948 Kertau 1948- West Malaysia, Singapore Nicaragua)
L. C. 5 Astro Cayman Brac Island NAD27 CONUS North Am. 1927- Mean Value
Liberia 1964 Liberia 1964- Liberia NAD27 Cuba North American 1927- Cuba
Luzon Mindanao Luzon- Mindanao Island NAD27 Grnland North American 1927- Greenland
(Hayes Peninsula)
Luzon Philippine Luzon- Philippines
(excluding Mindanao Island) NAD27 Mexico N. American 1927- Mexico
Mahe 1971 Mahe 1971- Mahe Island NAD27 San Sal North American 1927- San Salvador Island
Marco Astro Marco Astro- Salvage Island NAD83 North American 1983- Alaska, Canada, Central
America, CONUS, Mexico
Massawa Massawa- Eritrea (Ethiopia)
Nhrwn Masirah Nahrwn- Masirah Island (Oman)
Merchich Merchich- Morocco
Nhrwn Saudi A Nahrwn- Saudi Arabia
Midway Ast ‘61 Midway Astro ‘61- Midway
Nhrwn United A Nahrwn- United Arab Emirates
Minna Minna- Nigeria
Naparima BWI Naparima BWI- Trinidad and Tobago
NAD27 Alaska North American 1927- Alaska
Obsrvtorio ‘66 Observatorio 1966- Corvo and Flores Islands
NAD27 Bahamas North American 1927- Bahamas
(Azores)
(excluding San Salvador Island)
Old Egyptian Old Egyptian- Egypt
NAD27 Canada North American 1927- Canada and
Newfoundland 93
 APPENDIX F
Map Datums
Sth Amrcn ‘69 South American ‘69- Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil,
Old Hawaiian Old Hawaiian- Mean Value Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay,
Oman Oman- Oman Peru, Venezuela, Trinidad and Tobago
Ord Srvy GB Old Survey Grt Britn- England, Isle of Man, South Asia South Asia- Singapore
Scotland, Shetland Isl., Wales SE Base Southeast Base- Porto Santo
Pico De Las Nv Canary Islands and Madiera Islands
Ptcairn Ast ‘67 Pitcairn Astro ‘67- Pitcairn Isl. SW Base Southwest Base- Faial, Graciosa, Pico, Sao Jorge
Prov S Am ‘56 Prov So Amricn ‘56- Bolivia, Chile,Colombia, and Terceira Islands (Azores)
Ecuador, Guyana, Peru, Venezuela Timbalai 1948 Timbalai 1948- Brunei and E. Malaysia (Sarawak
Prov S Chln ‘63 Prov So Chilean ‘63- S. Chile and Sabah)
Puerto Rico Puerto Rico & Virgin Islands Tokyo Tokyo- Japan, Korea, Okinawa
Qatar National Qatar National- Qatar Tristan Ast ‘68 Tristan Astro 1968- Tristan da Cunha
Qornoq Qornoq- South Greenland Viti Levu 1916 Viti Levu 1916- Viti Levu/ Fiji Islands
Reunion Reunion- Mascarene Island Wake-Eniwetok Wake-Eniwetok- Marshall Isl.
Rome 1940 Rome 1940- Sardinia Island WGS 72 World Geodetic System 1972
RT 90 Sweden WGS 84 World Geodetic System 1984
Santo (Dos) Santo (Dos)- Espirito Santo Island Zanderij Zanderij-Surinam
Sao Braz Sao Braz- Sao Miguel, Santa Maria Islands User User defined datum
(Azores)
The ‘User’ datum is based on a WGS-84-Local datum and is an
Sapper Hill ‘43 Sapper Hill 1943- East Falkland Island advanced feature for unlisted or custom datums. Check your local
Schwarzeck Schwarzeck- Namibia library or on the world wide web for educational materials on
datums and coordinate systems.

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Altitude—Height above mean sea level (MSL). Leg Time—The time
APPENDIX G
required to travel from a Navigation Terms
Avg Speed—The average of all second-by-second speed readings since
last reset. route waypoint to the next
waypoint (in sequence) in the route.
Bearing (BRG)—The compass direction from your present position to
a destination waypoint. Max Speed—The maximum second-by-second speed recorded since last
reset.
Course—The desired course between the active ‘from’ and ‘to’
waypoints. Odometer—A running tally of distance travelled, based upon the dis-
tance between second-by-second position readings. Both the ‘Odometer’
Distance (Dist)—The ‘great circle’ distance from present position to a
and ‘Trip Odometer’ are resettable, however the ‘Odometer’ is typically
destination waypoint.
used to keep track of total distance covered, where the ‘Trip Odometer’ is
Dist to Dest—The ‘great circle’ distance from present position to a used to keep track of shorter point-to-point distances.
GOTO destination, or the final waypoint in a route.
Off Course—The distance you are off a desired course in either direc-
Dist to Next—The ‘great circle’ distance from present position to a tion, left or right. Also referred to as ‘cross-track error’ or ‘course error’.
GOTO destination, or the next waypoint in a route.
Ref—Reference Waypoint. Used to created a new waypoint, by specifying
ETA—Estimate Time of Arrival. The estimated time you will reach your a bearing and distance from an existing (reference) waypoint.
destination waypoint, based on current speed and track.
Speed—The current velocity at which you are travelling, relative to a
ETA at Dest—The estimated time you will reach a GOTO destination, or ground position. Also referred to as ‘ground speed’.
the final waypoint in a route.
Time To—The estimated time required to reach a GOTO destination, or
ETA at Next—The estimated time you will reach a GOTO destination, the next waypoint in a route. Also referred to as ‘estimated time enroute’.
or the next waypoint in a route.
Time to Dest—The estimated time required to reach a GOTO destina-
Fuel—The fuel required to travel from present position to the indicated tion, or the final waypoint in a route.
route waypoint.
Time to Next—The estimated time required to reach a GOTO destina-
Leg Dist—The distance between two route waypoints. tion, or the next waypoint in a route.
Leg Fuel—The fuel required to travel from a route waypoint to the next
waypoint (in sequence) in the route. 95
 APPENDIX G WPT 2
Navigation Terms NORTH

To Course—The recommended direction to steer in order to reduce

course error or stay on course. Provides the most efficient heading to get
Cou
back to the desired course and proceed along your route. rse

e
tanc
Track—The direction of movement relative to a ground position. Also

Dis
referred to as ‘ground track’.
Trip Odometer—A running tally of distance travelled since last reset. Bearing

Also see ‘Odometer’. d

Track ee
Co
ur Sp
Turn—The angle difference between the bearing to your destination and se
Er
your current track. ‘L’ indicates you should turn left, ‘R’ indicates you ro
r
should turn right. The degrees indicate the angle you are off course.
VMG—Velocity Made Good. The speed you are closing in on a destina- E
CL
tion along a desired course. Also referred to as the ‘vector velocity’ to EHI
V
your destination.

WPT 1

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 The chart below gives an approximate UTC (Universal Time Coordinate) time offset for the
APPENDIX H
various longitudinal zones. Check with local charts for more detailed information. If you are in Time Offsets
daylight savings time, add one hour to the offset.

Longitudinal Zone Offset Longitudinal Zone Offset

W180.0º to W172.5º -12 E007.5º to E022.5º +1
W172.5º to W157.5º -11 E022.5º to E037.5º +2 H
W157.5º to W142.5º -10 E037.5º to E052.5º +3
A simple way to determine your local
W142.5º to W127.5º -9 E052.5º to E067.5º +4 time offset is how many hours you are
W127.5º to W112.5º -8 E067.5º to E082.5º +5 behind or ahead of UTC (also called
W112.5º to W097.5º -7 E082.5º to E097.5º +6 ‘Greenwich’ or ‘zulu’ time).
Example: EST (Eastern Standard
W097.5º to W082.5º -6 E097.5º to E112.5º +7
Time) is 5 hours behind UTC, so your
W082.5º to W067.5º -5 E112.5º to E127.5º +8 offset would be -5. Adding one hour
W067.5º to W052.5º -4 E127.5º to E142.5º +9 for daylight savings would make EDT
(Eastern Daylight Time) - 4. Subtract
W052.5º to W037.5º -3 E142.5º to E157.5º +10
an hour for each time zone as you
W037.5º to W022.5º -2 E157.5º to E172.5º +11 travel west.
W022.5º to W007.5º -1 E172.5º to E180.0º +12 Offsets for Continental U.S. would be:
W007.5º to E007.5º 0 EST -5 EDT -4
CST -6 CDT -5
MST -7 MDT -6
PST -8 PDT -7

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 APPENDIX I Battery Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27,77 Differential GPS (DGPS) . . . . 26,84-85
Index Beacon Receiver Setup . . . . . . . .84-85 Dilution of Precision (DOP) . . . . . . 28
A Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Display Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Accuracy Circle . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42 Bearing Pointer . . . . . . . . . . . 11,23,43 Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Active Route Options . . . . . . 41,67-68 Big Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,44
Active Route Page . . . . . . . . . . . .16,66 E
Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75,81 C Enter/Mark Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Almanac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Cancel GOTO . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16,57 Estimated Position Error (EPE) . . . 28
Altitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) . . 95
Altitude Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Cities, on Map . . . . . . 10,20,33,39-42 Exit Services . . . . . . . . . . .35,38-40,54
Antenna, Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Cities, Nearest . . . . . . 15,38-39,53-54 Exits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35,38-40,53-54
Arrival Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75,81 Cities, Spell ‘n Find . . . . . . . . . .69-71 Exits, Nearest . . . . . . . . . 38-40,53-54
Arrow, panning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Common Exits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
AutoLocateTM Mode . . . . . . . . . . .6,29 Compass Page . . . . . . . . . . . 11,23,45 F
Automatic Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Compass Page Options . . . . . . . . . . 46 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Autotune(DGPS) . . . . . . . . . . . .84-85 Compass Ring . . . . . . . . . . . 11,23,45 Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
AutoZoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42 Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25,30 File Tabs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41,53,74
Averaging Positions . . . . . . . 31,47,52 Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Average Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Cursor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
G
B D Geo Points . . . . . . . . . 15,38-41,53-54
Backlight Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . .75,77 Data Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 GOTO Function . . . . . 15,21,34,55-56
Backlighting On/Off . . . . . . . . . .30,77 Date and Time Setup . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Cancelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16,57
Battery Installation/Replacement . . . 3 Default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 From List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Battery Level Indicator . . . . . . 3,27,77 Detail, Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 From Map Display . . . . . . . . . . 15
DGPS Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84-85 Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
98 Nearest Waypoints . . . . . . . . . . 55
 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-57 Lat/Long Grid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39-40
APPENDIX I
GPS Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Leg Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Index
Leg Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
H Leg Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 MOB Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53,55
Heading Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Loran TD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82-83 Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Highlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 N
Highway Display . . . . . . . . . 12,24,43 M Navigation Basics . . . . . . . . . . . .91-92
Highway Page . . . . . . . . . . . . 12,24,43 Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13,67 Navigation Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Highway Page Options . . . . . . . . . . 44 Main Page Sequence . . . . . . . . . . .7,18 Nearest Cities . . . . . . . 15,38-41,51-52
Highway Exits . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35,52 Manual Tune(DGPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Nearest Exits . . . . . . . 15,38-41,51-52
"How To" Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Map Datum List . . . . . . . . . . . . .88-90 Nearest Geo Points . . . 15,38-41,51-52
Map Datum Selection . . . . . . . . .73,80 Nearest Location Options . . . . . . . . 52
I Map Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Nearest Locations List . . . . . . . .51,64
Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6,27,29 Map Orientation . . . . . . . .10,19,39-40 Nearest To Pointer . . . . . . . . . . .38-39
Installation, antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Map Page . . . . . . . . . . . . .10,19,33-34 Nearest Waypoints . . . 15,38-41,51-52
Installation, wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Map Page Options . . . . . . . . . . .37-40 NMEA Output Formats . . . . . . . . . 84
IN Zoom Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Map Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10,19,33
Interface Formats . . . . . . . . . 73,81,84 Map Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39-40 O
Interface Settings . . . . . . . . . 73.81.84 MapSource Data . . . . . 37,39,42,84,91 Off Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79,91
Interstate Highway Exits . . . . . . . . 35 Mark Position Page . . . . . . . . 14,22,45 Offset, local time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Marking a Position . . . . . .14,22,45-46 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
K Maximum Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Orientation, map . . . . . . . . . . . .10,19
Keypad Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Measuring Between Waypoints . . . . 38 Orientation, screen . . . . . . . . . . . .1,75
Menu Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 OUT Zoom Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
L Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86-87 Output Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Lakes, on Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39-40 MGRS Coordinates . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 99
 APPENDIX I Rivers, on Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42 Screen Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . .1,77
Index Roads, on Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42 Scrolling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
P Rocker Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i Services, at Exit . . . . . . . . . . 35,53-54
Page Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Routes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55,60-68 Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . . 13,74-85
Page Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,18 Active Route Page . . . . . . . . .66-67 Sign Posts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Panning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20,33-34 Activating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62,65 Signal Strength Bars . . . . . . . . . . .8,25
Pointer Arrow . . . . . . . . . .11,12,23-24 Copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Simulator Mode . . . . . 17-18,28,75-76
Position Averaging . . . . . . . . 31,47,52 Creating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60,65 Simulator Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-24
Position Format . . . . . . . . . . . 9,75,82 Creating From Map . . . . . . . . . 61 Sky View Display . . . . . . . . . . 8,25,28
Position Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,30 Deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . .62,68 SNR(DGPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Position Page Options . . . . . . . .31-32 Deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65,68 Special Exits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Power Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,7 Deleting All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Editing Routes . . . . . . . . 63-64,68 Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,17 Inverting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Spell ‘n Find . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50,69-70
Power Saver Mode . . . . . . . . . . .75,77 List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Street/Road Labels . . . . . . . . . . .41-42
Naming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Submenus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Q Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65-68 System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75,77
Quit Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,7 Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64,67
Route Plan Page . . . . . . . . . .63-64 T
R Text Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Railroads, on Map . . . . . . . . . . .41-42 S Time Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Receiver Status . . . . . . . . . . . . 8,26-27 Satellite Status Page . . . . . . . . . . .8,25 Time Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75,80
Reference Waypoints . . . 48-49,70-71 Satellite Status Page Options . . .28-29 Timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75,79
Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Screen Backlighting . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Topo Information . . . . 15,37,41,53-54
Screen Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . .25,30 TracBack Navigation . . 55,58-59,71-72
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Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 V
Index
Track Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,12 Velocity Made Good (VMG) . . . . . . 96
Track Logs . . . . . . . . . . . 58-59, 71-74
Symbols . . . . . . . . 14,19,22,50-51
Clearing Active . . . . . . . . . . .58,72 W
Waypoint Edit Page . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Waypoint List Options . . . . . . . . . . 49
Deleting All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Waypoint List Page . . . . . . . . . . .48,69
Displaying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Waypoints . . . . . . . . . . . .14,47-52,69
Web Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .covers,v,88
Naming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Welcome Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,17
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72-73 Create By Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Wiring Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . 58,71-73 Create On Map . . . . . . . . . . .20,48
Saving Active . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50,52
Z
Track Log Setup . . . . . . . .41,58,71-73 Deleting All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Zoom In/Out 10,19,33,36,39,41-42,45
Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,74 Deleting by Symbol . . . . . . . . . 50
Zoom Keys . . . . . . . . . . 2,19,39,45,70
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . 9,74,96 Display Options . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Trip Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64,67 Edit Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50-51
Turn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 List Options . . . . . . . . . . . . .49-50
2D Altitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14,47
Naming . . . . . . . . . . . .14,20,47-48
U Nearest . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52,55,71
Unit Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Units of Measure . . . . . . . . . 13,75,78 Waypoints
User Datum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . 49,70,95
User Grid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Renaming . . . . . . . . . . . . 14,22,51
UTC time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Reviewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34,50
UTM Coordinates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Sign Posts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 101
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