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CHAPTER 2 GETTING STARTED
2.1
Basic Operations
2.1.1
Powering On/Off
Press [ ] to turn on the device. The GARMIN logo appears, and the control panel lights
up. A countdown timer will appear if the magnetron is warming up, after which a Ready to
Transmit message will appear.
To turn the power off, hold [ ] until the GARMIN logo appears.
2.1.2
Transmitting
The marine radar antenna transmits microwave energy that has the potential to be
harmful to humans and animals. Before beginning radar transmission, verify that the
area around the antenna is clear. The antenna transmits a beam approximately 12°
above and below a line extending horizontally from the center of the antenna.
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 the Ready to Transmit message appears, press [TX] to start transmitting radar
pulses.
The radar transmits a narrow beam of microwave energy as it rotates to a 360° pattern.
Some of the energy would be reflected back to the radar when they come in contact with
objects on or above the surface of water, forming a picture of your surroundings.
2.1.3
Putting the Radar on Standby
You can put the radar on standby if you are not going to use the radar for an extended
period of time. While on standby, the radar is ready for use but transmission is paused.
• While transmitting, press [STBY] to put the radar on standby. Press [TX] to resume
transmission.
• You can also put the radar on standby by pressing [MENU] > Radar Setup > Radar To
Standby.
2.1.4
Switching Display Modes
The device features five display modes for different purposes.
Press [MODE] to open the Display Mode menu, use the main knob or the control pad to
highlight a display mode, and press [SELECT] to switch to the highlighted mode.
Mode
Professional
Basic
Dual Range
Radar Overlay
Navigation Chart Chart view with information for navigation.
2.1
Basic Operations
CAUTION
Radar view with maximum amount of information onscreen.
Radar view with less information and a larger radar display.
Radar view displaying two split screens with customizable ranges.
Professional mode overlaid on the Navigation Chart.
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