Radar; Transmitting Radar Signals; Stopping The Transmission Of Radar Signals; Setting Up The Timed Transmit Mode - Garmin AQUAMAP 10x2 Series Owner's Manual

The marine radar transmits microwave energy that has the potential to
be harmful to humans and animals. Before beginning radar transmission,
verify that the area around the radar is clear. The radar transmits a beam
approximately 12° above and below a line extending horizontally from the
center of the radar.
When the radar is transmitting, do not look directly at the antenna at close
range; eyes are the most sensitive part of the body to electromagnetic
energy.
When you connect your compatible AQUAMAP to an optional Garmin marine
radar, such as a GMR™ Fantom™ 6 radar or a GMR 24 xHD, you can view
more information about your surroundings.
The radar transmits a narrow beam of microwave energy as it rotates to a
360° pattern. When the transmitted energy contacts a target, some of that
energy is reflected back to the radar.

Transmitting Radar Signals

NOTE: As a safety feature, the radar enters standby mode after it warms
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up. This gives you an opportunity to verify the area around the radar is clear
before beginning radar transmission.
1 With the AQUAMAP off, connect your radar as described in the radar
installation instructions.
2 Turn on the AQUAMAP.
If necessary, the radar warms up and a countdown alerts you when the
radar is ready.
3 Select Radar.
4 A countdown message appears while the radar is starting up.
5 Select MENU > Transmit Radar.

Stopping the Transmission of Radar Signals

From a radar screen, select MENU > Radar to Standby.
TIP: Select > Radar to Standby from any screen to quickly stop radar
transmission.

Setting Up the Timed Transmit Mode

To help conserve power, you can set up time intervals in which the radar will
transmit and not transmit (standby) signal transmissions.
NOTE: This feature is not available in dual radar modes.
1 From a radar screen, select MENU > Radar Options > Timed Transmit.
2 Select Timed Transmit to enable the option.
3 Select Stdby Time, enter the time interval between radar signal
transmissions, and select Done.
4 Select Transmit Time, enter the duration of each radar signal
transmission, and select Done.

Enabling and Adjusting a Radar No Transmit Zone

You can indicate areas within which the radar scanner does not transmit
AQUAMAP™ 10x2/12x2 SERIES