Page 1 GPSMAP OWNER'S MANUAL ® 12x3, 9x3, 7x3...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Saving a New Preset......14 Device Overview........1 GPSMAP 7x3 and GPSMAP 9x3 Controlling the Chartplotter.... 15 Connector View........2 Voice Control......... 15 GPSMAP 12x3 Connector View..3 Changing the Voice Control Using the Touchscreen....... 3 Language........... 15 On-Screen Buttons......4 Supported Headsets......15...
Page 4 AIS Distress Signals......37 Viewing Boat Data on a Garmin Navigating to a Distress Signal Watch............. 26 Transmission......... 37 Viewing Boat Data on a Garmin Nautix™ AIS Distress Signal Device Targeting Device............ 26 Symbols......... 37 Enabling AIS Transmission Test Charts and 3D Chart Views..... 26 Alerts..........
Page 5 Sharing Your Garmin Quickdraw Editing a Saved Route....... 51 Contours Maps with the Garmin Finding and Navigating a Saved Quickdraw Community Using Route..........52 ActiveCaptain......... 44 Browsing for and Navigating Parallel Connecting to the Garmin Quickdraw to a Saved Route....... 52 Community with Garmin Connect..
Page 6 Disabling all Boundary Alarms..59 Garmin SideVü Sonar View....70 Deleting a Boundary......59 SideVü Scanning Technology... 71 Deleting All Saved Waypoints, Tracks, Measuring Distance on the Sonar Routes, and Boundaries......60 Screen..........71 Panoptix Sonar Views......71 Sailing Features......60 LiveVü...
Page 7 Setting the LiveVü and FrontVü Removing MARPA Targets Transducer Transmit Angle..88 Automatically........98 Setting the FrontVü Depth Assigning a MARPA Tag to an Alarm..........89 Object..........98 LiveVü and FrontVü Appearance Removing a MARPA Tag from a Settings.......... 89 Targeted Object.........
Page 8 Creating a Waypoint at the Position of Adjusting the Autopilot Response..109 a Tracked Vessel......118 Enabling the Autopilot Controls on a Editing Information in a Position Garmin Watch........110 Report..........118 Customizing the Autopilot Button Deleting a Position-Report Call..118 Actions..........110...
Page 9 Adding and Editing a Digital Switching Gauges..........121 Page............. 131 Enabling Status Alarms for Engine Garmin Boat Switch™......131 Gauges..........121 Configuring the Garmin Boat Switch Enabling Some Engine Gauge Status Device..........131 Alarms..........122 Configuring a Switch as Yamaha Engine Gauges..... 122 Momentary........
Page 10 Optimus Overlay Symbols....138 Setting All Songs to Repeat.... 145 Optimus Limp Home Mode.... 138 Setting Songs to Shuffle....145 Radio............ 145 Tide, Current, and Celestial Setting the Tuner Region....145 Information........139 Changing the Radio Station.... 145 Changing the Tuning Mode.... 145 Tide Station Information.....
Page 11 Using Compass Lock...... 159 Surface Winds......... 153 Using Vessel Lock......159 Wave Height, Wave Period, and Wave Direction........... 153 Garmin VIRB® Action Cameras..159 Viewing Forecast Sea Conditions Connecting a VIRB 360 Action Information for Another Time Camera..........160 Period..........153...
Page 12 Surround View Camera Movement Calibrating a Water-Speed Device.. 176 Control..........165 Other Vessels Settings....... 177 Renaming a Camera......165 Settings that are Synced on the Garmin Setting the Camera to Mirrored Stern Marine Network........177 View............. 165 Restoring the Original Chartplotter Factory Settings........
Page 13 186 Contacting Garmin Support....186 Specifications........187 GPSMAP 7x3 Specifications..187 GPSMAP 9x3 Specifications..188 GPSMAP 12x3 Specifications..189 Sonar Models Specifications..190 NMEA 2000 PGN Information..191 NMEA 0183 Information....194 J1939 Information......196 Table of Contents...
Page 15: Introduction
The support ® pages will provide answers to frequently asked support questions, and you can download software and chart updates. There is also contact information to Garmin support should you have any questions. Device Overview Touchscreen...
Page 16: Gpsmap 7X3 And Gpsmap 9X3 Connector View
12-pin transducer (Not available on all models) Micro-USB for compatible Garmin card reader NMEA 2000 NMEA 2000 ® network 2 microSD memory card slots, 32 GB max. Only compatible Garmin card readers recommended. Third-party card readers are not guaranteed to be fully compatible. Introduction...
Page 17: Gpsmap 12X3 Connector View
• Drag or swipe your finger across the screen to pan or scroll. • Pinch two fingers together to zoom out. • Spread two fingers apart to zoom in. Only compatible Garmin card readers recommended. Third-party card readers are not guaranteed to be fully compatible. Introduction...
Page 18: On-Screen Buttons
On-Screen Buttons These on-screen buttons may be displayed on some screens and functions. Some buttons are accessible only in a combination page or SmartMode layout or when accessories, such as a radar, are connected. ™ Introduction...
Page 19 Button Function Clears the on-screen icons and re-centers the screen on the boat Opens a full-screen view of the item Creates a new waypoint Creates a route, with turns, to the destination Adds a turn to the route at the selected location Removes the last added turn from the route Creates a direct route, without turns, to the destination Creates an Auto Guidance route to the destination...
Page 20: Locking And Unlocking The Touchscreen
3 Select Open. Accessing the Manuals from the Web You can get the latest owner's manual and translations of manuals from the Garmin website. The owner's manual includes instructions for using device features and accessing regulatory information. 1 Go to garmin.com/manuals/GPSMAP7x3-9x3-12x3.
Page 21: Memory Cards
You can use optional memory cards with the chartplotter. Map cards allow you to view high-resolution satellite imagery and aerial reference photos of ports, harbors, marinas, and other points of interest. You can use blank memory cards to record Garmin Quickdraw Contours mapping, record sonar (with a compatible transducer), ™...
Page 22: Acquiring Gps Satellite Signals
If the device loses satellite signals, a flashing question mark appears over the boat position indicator ( ) on the chart. For more information about GPS, go to garmin.com/aboutGPS. For help acquiring satellite signals, see device will not acquire GPS signals, page 185.
Page 23: Pinning A Feature Button
Cruising is selected from the home screen, one display can show the navigation chart and another display can show the radar screen. When multiple displays are installed on the Garmin Marine Network, you can group them together into a station. A station enables the displays to work together, instead of as several separate displays. You can customize the layout of the screens on each display, making each screen different on each display.
Page 24: Menu Bar
Menu Bar The menu bar along the bottom of the screen provides access to many functions of the chartplotter, the options menu, and the home screen. Engages and disengages the autopilot Creates a waypoint at your location Opens the Information menu Shows certain active function such as, radar Opens the home screen TIP: Use the arrows to scroll through the Pinned features.
Page 25: Adjusting The Color Mode
PIN. NOTICE If you enable the Screen Lock feature, Garmin Support cannot retrieve the PIN or access your device. It is your responsibility to provide the PIN to anyone authorized to use the vessel. 1 Select Settings > System > Sounds and Display > Screen Lock > Setup.
Page 26: Recommended Startup Image Dimensions
Recommended Startup Image Dimensions For the best fit for the startup images, use an image that has the following dimensions, in pixels. Display resolution Image width Image height WVGA WSVGA WXGA 1080 1240 WUXGA 1700 Creating a New Combination Page You can create a custom combination page to suit your needs.
Page 27: Adding A Smartmode Layout
Adding a SmartMode Layout You can add SmartMode layouts to suit your needs. Each customization made to one SmartMode layout in a station appears on all displays in the station. 1 Select SmartMode™ > Add Layout. 2 Select an option: •...
Page 28: Customizing The Data Overlays
Customizing the Data Overlays You can customize the data in the data overlays shown on a screen. 1 Select an option based on the type of screen you are viewing: • From a full screen view, select Options > Edit Overlays. •...
Page 29: Controlling The Chartplotter
™ control device. Voice Control After installing the Garmin Voice Control USB module (010-13194-00), you can use your voice to control the chartplotter using a compatible headset. Changing the Voice Control Language 1 From the home screen, select Settings > System > Sounds and Display > Voice Control.
Page 30: Chartplotter Voice Commands
The voice command system is designed to detect natural speech. This is a list of commonly used voice commands, but the device does not require these exact phrases (other than OK Garmin). You can try saying variations of these commands in a way that is natural to you.
Page 31 Navigation Functions Voice Command Function Mark Waypoint Marks a waypoint at your present location Clear Active Track Clears all active track information What's the Distance to the Next Waypoint Replies with the distance to next set waypoint Media Functions Voice Command Function Show Media Player Opens the media player...
Page 32 Radar Functions Voice Command Function Start Radar Transmission When a radar is in standby, this starts the radar transmission Stop Radar Transmission Stops the radar transmission and places the radar in standby Enable echo trail Enables the echo trail Disable echo trail Disables the echo trail Clear echo trail Clears the echo trail...
Page 33: Grid Remote Control
NMEA 2000 network connection. Before you can pair the GRID device with the chartplotter, you must connect it to the Garmin Marine Network. 1 Select Settings > System > Station Information > GRID™ Pairing > Add.
Page 34: Activecaptain App
You can use the app to easily and quickly transfer user data, such as waypoints and routes, connect to the Garmin Quickdraw Contours Community, update device software, and plan your trip. You can also control the GPSMAP chartplotter from the app using the Garmin Helm feature.
Page 35: Enabling Smart Notifications
Enabling Smart Notifications WARNING Do not read or reply to notifications while operating the vessel. Failure to pay attention to the conditions on the water can result in vessel damage, personal injury, or death. Before your GPSMAP device can receive notifications, you must connect it to your mobile device and to the ActiveCaptain app.
Page 36: Managing Notifications
Managing Notifications WARNING Do not read or reply to notifications while operating the vessel. Failure to pay attention to the conditions on the water can result in vessel damage, personal injury, or death. Before you can manage the notifications, you must enable the Smart Notifications feature (Enabling Smart Notifications, page 21).
Page 37: Updating Charts With Activecaptain
Chart Subscriptions A chart subscription allows you to access the latest chart updates and additional content using the ActiveCaptain mobile app or the Garmin Express desktop app. You can download updated charts and content each day. You can purchase chart subscriptions in a variety of ways.
Page 38: Renewing Your Subscription
You do not need to change the wireless channel of devices connected to this network. Changing the Wi‑Fi Host If there are multiple chartplotters with Wi‑Fi technology on the Garmin marine network, you can change which chartplotter is the Wi‑Fi host. This can be helpful if you are having trouble with Wi‑Fi communications. Changing the Wi‑Fi host allows you to select a chartplotter that is physically closer to your mobile device.
Page 39: Wireless Remote Control
Wireless Remote Control These steps are not applicable to the GRID remote input devices Pairing the GRID Device with the Chartplotter from the Chartplotter, page 19. Pairing the Wireless Remote Control With the Chartplotter Before you can use the wireless remote control with a chartplotter, you must pair the remote with the chartplotter.
Page 40: Viewing Boat Data On A Garmin Watch
Viewing Boat Data on a Garmin Nautix Device ™ You can connect a Garmin Nautix device to the chartplotter to view charplotter data on the Garmin Nautix device. NOTE: You can connect a Garmin Nautix device to multiple compatible devices for better coverage on larger vessels.
Page 41: Detailed Charts
Activating a Marine Chart Subscription Before you can use the full features of Garmin Navionics+ charts that are preloaded on your device or purchased on a memory card, you must activate your subscription using the ActiveCaptain app.
Page 42: Chart Symbols
Chart Symbols This table contains some of the common symbols you might see on the detailed charts. Icon Description Buoy Information Marine services Tide station Current station Overhead photo available Perspective photo available Other features common to most charts include depth contour lines, intertidal zones, spot soundings (as depicted on the original paper chart), navigational aids and symbols, obstructions, and cable areas.
Page 43: Viewing Details About Navaids
Viewing Details about Navaids From the Navigation chart, Fishing chart, Perspective 3D chart view, or Mariner’s Eye 3D chart view, you can view details about various types of navigation aids, including beacons, lights, and obstructions. NOTE: The Fishing chart is available with premium charts, in some areas. NOTE: 3D chart views are available with premium charts, in some areas.
Page 44: Premium Charts
Relief Shading: Shows the gradient of the bottom with shading. Fish Eye 3D Chart View Using the depth contour lines of the premium charts, such as Garmin Navionics Vision+, the Fish Eye 3D chart view provides an underwater view of the sea floor or lake bottom.
Page 45: Viewing Tide Station Information
Viewing Tide Station Information WARNING Tide and current information is for information purposes only. It is your responsibility to heed all posted water-related guidance, to remain aware of your surroundings, and to use safe judgment in, on, and around the water at all times.
Page 46: Showing Satellite Imagery On The Navigation Chart
Showing Satellite Imagery on the Navigation Chart NOTE: This feature is available with premium charts, in some areas. You can overlay high-resolution satellite images on the land or on both land and sea portions of the Navigation chart. NOTE: When enabled, high-resolution satellite images are present only at lower zoom levels. If you cannot see high-resolution images in your optional chart region, you can select to zoom in.
Page 47: Ais Targeting Symbols
AIS Targeting Symbols Symbol Description AIS vessel. The vessel is reporting AIS information. The direction in which the triangle is pointing indicates the direction in which the AIS vessel is moving. Target is selected. Target is activated. The target appears larger on the chart. A green line attached to the target indicates the heading of the target.
Page 48: Heading And Projected Course Of Activated Ais Targets
Heading and Projected Course of Activated AIS Targets When heading and course over ground information are provided by an activated AIS target, the heading of the target appears on a chart as a solid line attached to the AIS target symbol. A heading line does not appear on a 3D chart view.
Page 49: Setting The Safe-Zone Collision Alarm
Setting the Safe-Zone Collision Alarm CAUTION The Beeper setting must be turned on to make alarms audible (Sounds and Display Settings, page 166). Failure to set audible alarms could lead to injury or property damage. Before you can set a collision alarm, you must connect an AIS device to the same network as a compatible chartplotter.
Page 50: Ais Aids To Navigation
AIS Aids to Navigation An AIS aid to navigation (ATON) is any kind of navigational aid that is transmitted over the AIS radio. ATONs are displayed on the charts and have identifying information, such as position and type. There are three main kinds of AIS ATONs. Real ATONs physically exist and send their identifying and location information from their actual location.
Page 51: Ais Distress Signals
AIS Distress Signals Self-contained AIS distress signal devices transmit emergency position reports when activated. The chartplotter can receive signals from Search and Rescue Transmitters (SART), Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB), and other man overboard signals. Distress signal transmissions are different than standard AIS transmissions, so they appear differently on the chartplotter.
Page 52: Chart Menu
Other Vessels: Adjusts how other vessels are shown (Other Vessels Layer Settings, page 40). Water: Shows and hides depth items (Water Layer Settings, page 40). Quickdraw Contours: Shows and hides Garmin Quickdraw Contours data (Garmin Quickdraw Contours Settings, page 46). Weather: Shows and hides weather-related items (Weather Layer Settings, page 41).
Page 53: Depth Layer Settings
Depth Layer Settings From a chart, select Options > Layers > Chart > Depth. Depth Shading: Specifies an upper and lower depth to shade between. Shallow Shading: Sets the shades from the shoreline to the specified depth. Spot Depths: Turns on spot soundings and sets a dangerous depth. Spot depths that are equal to or more shallow than the dangerous depth are indicated by red text.
Page 54: User Data Layer Settings
User Data Layer Settings You can show user data, such as waypoints, boundaries, and tracks, on the charts. From a chart, select Options > Layers > Manage User Data. Waypoints: Shows waypoints on the chart and opens the list of waypoints. Boundaries: Shows boundaries on the chart and opens the list of boundaries.
Page 55: Depth Range Shading
For inland fishing, a maximum of five depth ranges can help reduce map clutter. The depth ranges apply to all charts and all bodies of water. Some Garmin LakeVü and premium supplemental charts have multiple depth range shading by default.
Page 56: Radar Overlay Settings
Radar Overlay Settings From the Navigation or Fishing chart, select Options > Layers > Radar > From a radar screen, select Options. Radar To Standby: Stops radar transmission. Gain: Adjusts the gain (Adjusting Gain on the Radar Screen Automatically, page 100). Sea Clutter: Adjusts the sea clutter (Adjusting Gain on the Radar Screen Automatically, page 100).
Page 57: Supported Maps
1,500 hours of data onto a 2 GB memory card. When you record data on a memory card in your chartplotter, the new data is added to your existing Garmin Quickdraw Contours map, and is saved on the memory card. When you insert a new memory card, the existing data does not transfer onto the new card.
Page 58: Adding A Label To A Garmin Quickdraw Contours Map
Adding a Label to a Garmin Quickdraw Contours Map You can add labels to a Garmin Quickdraw Contours map to mark hazards or points of interest. 1 From the Navigation chart, select a location. 2 Select Quickdraw Lbl.. 3 Enter text for the label, and select Done.
Page 59: Connecting To The Garmin Quickdraw Community With Garmin Connect
5 Select Dashboards > Marine to open the Garmin Quickdraw widget. TIP: Make sure you have a memory card in your computer to share Garmin Quickdraw Contours maps. Sharing Your Garmin Quickdraw Contours Maps with the Garmin Quickdraw Community Using Garmin...
Page 60: Garmin Quickdraw Contours Settings
Survey Coloring: Sets the color of the Garmin Quickdraw Contours display. When this setting is turned on, the colors indicate the quality of the recording. When this setting is turned off, the contour areas use standard map colors.
Page 61: Basic Navigation Questions
For example, the roue segment is red striped when the route crosses under a very low bridge or is in shallow waters. This line is red striped in Garmin Navionics+ and Garmin Navionics Vision+ charts only; it is magenta and gray striped in previous versions of the charts.
Page 62: Destinations
Destinations You can select destinations using various charts and 3D chart views or using the lists. Searching for a Destination by Name You can search for saved waypoints, saved routes, saved tracks, and marine services destinations by name. 1 Select Info > Services > Search by Name. 2 Enter at least a portion of the name of your destination.
Page 63: Stopping Navigation
Stopping Navigation While navigating, from an applicable chart, select an option: • Select Options > Stop Navigation. • When navigating with Auto Guidance, select Options > Navigation Options > Stop Navigation. • Select Waypoints Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device. Waypoints can mark where you are, where you are going, or where you have been.
Page 64: Moving A Saved Waypoint
Moving a Saved Waypoint 1 Select Info > Waypoints. 2 Select a waypoint. 3 Select Review > Edit > Position. 4 Indicate a new location for the waypoint: • To move the waypoint using coordinates, select Enter Coordinates, enter the new coordinates, and select Done or Cancel.
Page 65: Routes
Routes A route is a path from one location to one or more destinations. Creating and Navigating a Route From Your Present Location You can create and immediately navigate a route on the Navigation chart or the Fishing chart. This method does not save the route.
Page 66: Finding And Navigating A Saved Route
Finding and Navigating a Saved Route Before you can browse a list of routes and navigate to one of them, you must create and save at least one route (Creating and Saving a Route, page 51). 1 Select Info > Routes. 2 Select a route.
Page 67: Initiating A Search Pattern
Initiating a Search Pattern You can initiate a search pattern to search an area. Different patterns are better suited for different search situations. 1 Select Info > Routes > New > Route Using SAR Pattern. 2 Select a pattern: • Select Sector Search when the location of the object is fairly known, the search area is small, and an intensive search is needed.
Page 68: Creating And Saving An Auto Guidance Path
Creating and Saving an Auto Guidance Path 1 Select Info > Routes > New > Auto Guidance. 2 Select a starting point, and select Next. 3 Select a destination, and select Next. 4 Select an option: • To view a hazard and adjust the path near a hazard, select Hazard Review. •...
Page 69: Auto Guidance Path Configurations
Clearance settings, the section of the Auto Guidance path appears as a solid orange line or a red striped line in Garmin Navionics+ and Garmin Navionics Vision+ charts and appears as a magenta and gray striped line in previous versions. When your boat enters one of those areas, a warning message appears (Route Color Coding, page 47).
Page 70: Adjusting The Distance From Shore
Adjusting the Distance from Shore The Shoreline Distance setting indicates how close to the shore you want the Auto Guidance line to be placed. The Auto Guidance line may move if you change this setting while navigating. The available values for the Shoreline Distance setting are relative, not absolute.
Page 71: Setting The Color Of The Active Track
Setting the Color of the Active Track 1 Select Info > Tracks > Active Track Options > Track Color. 2 Select a track color. Saving the Active Track The track currently being recorded is called the active track. 1 Select Info > Tracks > Save Active Track. 2 Select an option: •...
Page 72: Retracing The Active Track
Retracing the Active Track The track currently being recorded is called the active track. 1 Select Info > Tracks > Follow Active Track. 2 Select an option: • Select the time the active track began. • Select Entire Log. 3 Review the course indicated by the colored line. 4 Follow the colored line, steering to avoid land, shallow water, and other obstacles.
Page 73: Converting A Route To A Boundary
Converting a Route to a Boundary 1 Select Info > Routes. 2 Select a route. 3 Select Review > Edit Route > Save as Boundary. Converting a Track to a Boundary 1 Select Info > Tracks > Saved Tracks. 2 Select a track. 3 Select Review >...
Page 74: Deleting All Saved Waypoints, Tracks, Routes, And Boundaries
Deleting All Saved Waypoints, Tracks, Routes, and Boundaries Select Info > Manage User Data > Delete User Data > Delete All User Data > OK. Sailing Features Setting the Vessel Type for Sailing Features You must select a sailing vessel type to use the sailing features. 1 Select Settings >...
Page 75: Using The Starting Line Guidance
Using the Starting Line Guidance You can use the starting line guidance feature to help get you cross the start line, at the optimal speed during a sailing race. 1 Mark the starting line (Setting the Starting Line, page 60). 2 From the Sail Racing combination screen, select Options > Start Line Guidance > Target Speed, and select your target speed when crossing the starting line.
Page 76: Laylines Settings
Polar Tables WARNING This feature allows you to load and use data from a third party. Garmin makes no representations about the accuracy, reliability, completeness or timeliness of the data generated by third parties. Any use or reliance on data generated by third parties is at your own risk.
Page 77: Importing A Polar Table Manually
Importing a Polar Table Manually If you save the polar table file as polar.plr and place it in the Garmin/polars/ folder on the memory card, the chartplotter imports the data automatically after you insert the memory card. If it does not import the data automatically, or if you want to load a different set of data, you can initiate the import manually.
Page 78: Setting The Keel Offset
Setting the Keel Offset You can enter a keel offset to compensate the water depth reading for the transducer installation location. This allows you to view the depth of the water below the keel or the true depth of the water, depending on your needs.
Page 79: Wind Hold
Wind Hold You can set the autopilot to maintain a specific bearing relative to the apparent or true wind angle. You must connect a compatible wind sensor the same NMEA 2000 network as the autopilot system to perform a wind hold or wind-based steering maneuvers.
Page 80: Adjusting The Wind Hold Angle
Adjusting the Wind Hold Angle You can adjust the wind hold angle on the autopilot when wind hold is engaged. • To adjust the wind hold angle in increments of 1°, select <1° or 1°>. NOTE: Holding <1° or 1°> for a few seconds automatically transitions the autopilot from Wind Hold to Heading Hold and initiates rudder steering.
Page 81: Setting The Heading Line And Angle Markers
When properly connected to a compatible transducer, your chartplotter can be used as a fishfinder. For more information about which transducer is best for your needs, go to garmin.com/transducers. Different sonar views can help you view the fish in the area. The sonar views available vary depending on the type of transducer and sounder module connected to the chartplotter.
Page 82: Traditional Sonar View
Traditional Sonar View There are several full-screen views available, depending on the transducer that is connected. The full-screen Traditional sonar view shows a large image of the sonar readings from a transducer. The range scale along the right side of the screen shows the depth of detected objects as the screen scrolls from the right to the left.
Page 83: Garmin Clearvü Sonar View
NOTE: To receive Garmin ClearVü scanning sonar, you need a compatible transducer. For information about compatible transducers, go to garmin.com/transducers. Garmin ClearVü high-frequency sonar provides a detailed picture of the fishing environment around the boat in a detailed representation of structures the boat is passing over.
Page 84: Garmin Sidevü Sonar View
Garmin SideVü Sonar View Not all models provide built-in Garmin SideVü sonar support. If your model does not provide built-in SideVü sonar, you need a compatible sounder module and compatible SideVü transducer. If your model does provide built-in SideVü sonar, you need a compatible SideVü transducer.
Page 85: Sidevü Scanning Technology
SideVü Scanning Technology Instead of a more common conical beam, the SideVü transducer uses a flat beam to scan the water and bottom to the sides of your boat. Measuring Distance on the Sonar Screen You can measure the distance between two points on the SideVü sonar view. 1 From the SideVü...
Page 86: Livevü Down Sonar View
LiveVü Down Sonar View This sonar view shows a two-dimensional view of what is below the boat and can be used to see a bait ball and fish. Panoptix down view history in a scrolling sonar view Boat Range Trails Drop shot rig Bottom Sonar Fishfinder...
Page 87: Livevü Forward Sonar View
LiveVü Forward Sonar View This sonar view shows a two-dimensional view of what is in front of the boat and can be used to see a bait ball and fish. Boat Range Fish Trails Bottom Sonar Fishfinder...
Page 88: Realvü 3D Forward Sonar View
RealVü 3D Forward Sonar View This sonar view shows a three-dimensional view of what is in front of the transducer. This view can be used when you are stationary and you need to see the bottom and the fish approaching the boat. Color legend Boat Ping indicator...
Page 89: Realvü 3D Down Sonar View
RealVü 3D Down Sonar View This sonar view shows a three-dimensional view of what is below the transducer and can be used when you are stationary and want to see what is around your boat. Color legend Boat Sonar beam Range Fish Bottom...
Page 90: Realvü 3D Historical Sonar View
RealVü 3D Historical Sonar View This sonar view provides a three-dimensional view of what is behind your boat as you are moving and shows the entire water column in 3D, from the bottom to the top of the water. This view is used for finding fish. Color legend Boat Range...
Page 91: Frontvü Sonar View
FrontVü Sonar View The Panoptix FrontVü sonar view increases your situational awareness by showing obstructions under the water, up to 91 meters (300 feet) in front of the boat. The ability to effectively avoid forward collisions with FrontVü sonar decreases as your speed rises above 8 knots.
Page 92: Perspective View
When you are using more than one sonar data source for a particular sonar view, you can select the source to use for that sonar view. For example, if you have two sources for Garmin ClearVü, you can select the source to use from the Garmin ClearVü...
Page 93: Renaming A Sonar Source
2 Select Back to exit history. Sonar Sharing You can view the sonar data from all compatible sources on the Garmin Marine Network. You can view sonar data from a compatible external sonar module, such as a GCV sonar module. In addition, you can view the ™...
Page 94: Zooming In A Panoptix Livevü Or Livescope Sonar View
You can control the level of detail and noise shown on the sonar screen either by adjusting the gain for traditional transducers or by adjusting the brightness for Garmin ClearVü transducers. If you want to see the highest intensity signal returns on the screen, you can lower the gain or brightness to remove lower intensity returns and noise.
Page 95: Adjusting The Color Intensity
NOTE: Not all options and settings apply to all models and transducers. These settings apply to the following types of transducers. • Traditional • Garmin ClearVü • SideVü These settings do not apply to Panoptix transducers. From a sonar view, select Options > Sonar Setup.
Page 96: Setting The Zoom Level On The Sonar Screen
• To scroll more slowly, select Down. Adjusting the Range You can adjust the range of the depth scale for traditional and Garmin ClearVü sonar views. You can adjust the range of the width scale for the SideVü sonar view.
Page 97: Sonar Noise Rejection Settings
Depth Line: Shows a quick-reference depth line. Edge: Highlights the strongest signal from the bottom to help define the hardness or softness of the signal. View Selection: Sets the direction of the Garmin SideVü sonar view. Fish Symbols: Sets how the sonar interprets suspended targets.
Page 98: Sonar Alarms
When targets are difficult to see , echo stretch makes the target returns more pronounced and easier to see on the screen. If the echo stretch value is too high, the targets blend together. If the value is too low the targets are small and more difficult to see.
Page 99: Advanced Sonar Settings
• From a Traditional sonar view, select Options > Sonar Setup > Installation. • From a Garmin ClearVü sonar view, select Options > ClearVü Setup > Installation. • From a Garmin SideVü sonar view, select Options > SideVü Setup > Installation.
Page 100: Sonar Frequencies
Sonar Frequencies NOTE: The frequencies available depend on the transducers being used. Adjusting the frequency helps adapt the sonar for your particular goals and the present depth of the water. Higher frequencies use narrow beam widths, and are better for high-speed operation and rough sea conditions. Bottom definition and thermocline definition can be better when using a higher frequency.
Page 101: Turning On The A-Scope
Turning On the A-Scope NOTE: This feature is available in the Traditional sonar views. The a-scope is a vertical flasher along the right side of the view, showing you what is underneath the transducer right now. You can use the a-scope to identify target returns that may be missed when the sonar data is quickly scrolling across the screen, such as when your boat is moving at high speeds.
Page 102: Livevü Forward And Frontvü Sonar Settings
LiveVü Forward and FrontVü Sonar Settings From the LiveVü Forward or FrontVü sonar view, select Options. Gain: Controls the level of detail and noise shown on the sonar screen. If you want to see the highest intensity signal returns on the screen, you can lower the gain to remove lower intensity returns and noise.
Page 103: Setting The Frontvü Depth Alarm
Setting the FrontVü Depth Alarm WARNING FrontVü sonar and the FrontVü depth alarm are tools for situational awareness only, and may not prevent groundings in all circumstances. As vessel speeds approach and exceed 8 knots, your ability to effectively respond to the information provided by the sonar and/or alarm decreases. It is your responsibility to remain aware of your surroundings while underway and to operate your vessel in a safe and prudent manner.
Page 104: Realvü Appearance Settings
RealVü Appearance Settings From a RealVü sonar view, select Options > Sonar Setup > Appearance. Point Colors: Sets a different color palette for the sonar return points. Bottom Colors: Sets the color scheme for the bottom. Bottom Style: Sets the style for the bottom. When you are in deep water, you can select the Points option and manually set the range to a shallower value.
Page 105: Setting The Bow Offset
Setting the Bow Offset For forward view Panoptix transducers, you can enter a bow offset to compensate the forward distance readings for the transducer installation location. This allows you to view the forward distance from the bow instead of the transducer installation location. This feature applies to Panoptix transducers in the FrontVü, LiveVü...
Page 106: Livescope And Perspective Sonar Settings
LiveScope and Perspective Sonar Settings From the LiveScope or Perspective sonar view, select Options. Gain: Controls the level of detail and noise shown on the sonar screen. If you want to see the highest intensity signal returns on the screen, you can lower the gain to remove lower intensity returns and noise.
Page 107: Livescope And Perspective Appearance Settings
LiveScope and Perspective Appearance Settings From the LiveScope or Perspective sonar view, select Options > Sonar Setup > Appearance. Color Scheme: Sets the color palette. Color Gain: Adjusts the contrast of colors shown on the screen. You can select a higher color gain value to see minor variances in targets with large color changes. You can select a lower color gain value to see more similar colors in the same situation.
Page 108: Radar
Vessel Radar Overlay When you connect your chartplotter to an optional Garmin marine radar, you can use overlay radar information on the Navigation chart or on the Fishing chart. Data appears on the radar overlay based on the most recently used radar mode and all settings configurations applied to the radar overlay are also applied to the last-used radar mode.
Page 109: Radar Overlay And Chart Data Alignment
Radar Overlay and Chart Data Alignment When using the Radar overlay, the chartplotter aligns radar data with chart data based on the boat heading, which is based by default on data from a magnetic heading sensor connected using a NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000 network.
Page 110: Adjusting The Radar Range
Adjusting the Radar Range The range of the radar signal indicates the length of the pulsed signal transmitted and received by the radar. As the range increases, the radar transmits longer pulses in order to reach distant targets. Closer targets, especially rain and waves, also reflect the longer pulses, which can add noise to the Radar screen.
Page 111: Defining A Circular Guard Zone
Defining a Circular Guard Zone Before you can define the boundaries of the guard zone, you must enable a guard zone (Enabling a Guard Zone, page 96). You can define a circular guard zone that completely surrounds your boat. 1 From a radar screen, select Options > Radar Options > Guard Zone > 2 Select Circle.
Page 112: Marpa Targeting Symbols
MARPA Targeting Symbols Acquiring a target. Concentric, dashed green rings radiate from the target while the radar is locking onto it. Target has been acquired. A solid green ring indicates the location of a target that the radar has locked onto. A dashed green line attached to the circle indicates the projected course over ground or the GPS heading of the target.
Page 113: Showing Ais Vessels On The Radar Screen
Showing AIS Vessels on the Radar Screen AIS requires the use of an external AIS device and active transponder signals from other vessels. You can configure how other vessels appear on the Radar screen. If any setting (except the AIS display range) is configured for one radar mode, the setting is applied to every other radar mode.
Page 114: Echo Trails
Echo Trails The echo trails feature enables you to track the movement of vessels on the radar display. As a vessel moves, you can see a faint trail of the vessel's wake. You can change the length of time the trail is displayed. NOTE: Depending upon the radar in use, the settings configured for use in one radar mode may or may not be applied to other radar modes or to the radar overlay.
Page 115: Adjusting Gain On The Radar Screen Manually
Adjusting Gain on the Radar Screen Manually For optimal radar performance, you can manually adjust the gain. NOTE: Depending upon the radar in use, the gain setting configured for use in one radar mode may or may not be applied to other radar modes or to the Radar overlay. 1 From a Radar screen or the Radar overlay, select Options >...
Page 116: Radar Filter Settings
Radar Filter Settings Adjusting Sea Clutter on the Radar Screen You can adjust the appearance of clutter caused by choppy sea conditions. The sea clutter setting affects the appearance of nearby clutter and targets more than it affects the appearance of distant clutter and targets. A higher sea clutter setting reduces the appearance of clutter caused by nearby waves, but it can also reduce or eliminate the appearance of nearby targets.
Page 117: Radar Options Menu
Radar Options Menu From a radar screen, select Options > Radar Options. MotionScope™: Uses the Doppler effect to detect and highlight moving targets to help you avoid potential collisions, find flocks of birds, and track weather formations (MotionScope Doppler Radar Technology, page 96).
Page 118: Radar Installation Settings
Radar Installation Settings Front of Boat: Compensates for the physical location of the radar when it is not on the boat axis (Measuring and Setting the Front-of-Boat Offset, page 104). Antenna Configuration: Sets the radar antenna size and sets the position in which the radar stops (Setting a Custom Park Position, page 104).
Page 119: Autopilot
The system also allows manual steering and several modes of automatic-steering functions and patterns. When the chartplotter is connected to a compatible Garmin autopilot system, you can engage and control the autopilot from the chartplotter. For information about compatible Garmin autopilot systems, go to garmin.com.
Page 120: Autopilot Screen
Autopilot Screen Actual heading Intended heading (heading the autopilot is steering toward) Actual heading (when in standby mode) Intended heading (when engaged) Rudder position indicator (available when a rudder sensor is connected) Step turn to port (to adjust the intended heading by amount shown) Step turn to starboard (to adjust the intended heading by amount shown) Adjusting the Step Steering Increment 1 From the autopilot screen, select Options >...
Page 121: Enabling The Shadow Drive™ Feature
Enabling the Shadow Drive Feature ™ WARNING If the Shadow Drive feature is disabled, steering the boat manually will not disengage the autopilot system. You must use the helm control or connected chartplotter to disengage the autopilot system. NOTE: The Shadow Drive feature is not available on all autopilot models. If the Shadow Drive feature has been disabled, you must enable it again before you can steer the boat manually to disengage the autopilot system.
Page 122: Adjusting The Heading Using The Helm
Adjusting the Heading Using the Helm NOTE: You must enable the Shadow Drive feature before you can adjust the heading using the helm while the autopilot is engaged . With the autopilot engaged, manually steer the boat using the helm. Shadow Drive and at the top of the heading screen appear in yellow, and you have full steering control using the helm.
Page 123: Following The Williamson Turn Pattern
Following the Williamson Turn Pattern You can use the Williamson turn pattern to steer the boat around with the intent of running alongside the location where the Williamson turn pattern was initiated. The Williamson turn pattern can be used in man overboard situations.
Page 124: Enabling The Autopilot Controls On A Garmin Watch
2 Follow the on-screen instructions. Customizing the Autopilot Button Actions Before you can set the autopilot button actions, you must install and configure a compatible Garmin autopilot. You can select up to three autopilot actions for your Garmin watch to perform.
Page 125: Updating The Reactor Autopilot Remote Control Software
You can update the Reactor autopilot remote control software using the chartplotter. 1 Insert a memory card into the card slot on the computer. 2 Go to garmin.com/software/autopilot_remote_control, and select Software. 3 Select Download. 4 Read and agree to the terms.
Page 126: Yamaha Autopilot Screen
Yamaha Autopilot Screen Actual heading Intended heading (heading the autopilot is steering toward) Yamaha Autopilot Settings From a Yamaha engine screen, select Options > Autopilot Setting. Pattern Set: Allows you to select an autopilot pattern. Direction: Sets a port or starboard direction for the pattern. Spacing: Sets the spacing for the pattern.
Page 127: Yamaha Autopilot Overlay Bar
You can connect the Force trolling motor to the chartplotter to view and control the motor using the chartplotter. Connecting to a Trolling Motor You can connect the chartplotter wirelessly to a compatible Garmin Force trolling motor on your boat to control the trolling motor from the chartplotter.
Page 128: Adding The Trolling Motor Controls To Screens
Adding the Trolling Motor Controls to Screens After you have connected the chartplotter to the Force trolling motor, you must add the trolling motor control bar to screens to control the trolling motor. 1 Open a screen from which you would like to control the trolling motor. 2 Select an option: •...
Page 129: Trolling Motor Settings
Trolling Motor Settings From the trolling motor bar, select Calibrate: Calibrates the trolling motor compass (Calibrating the Trolling Motor Compass, page 115) and sets the trolling motor bow offset (Setting the Bow Offset, page 116). Anchor Gain: Sets the response of the trolling motor when in anchor lock mode. If you need the trolling motor to be more responsive and move quicker, increase the value.
Page 130: Setting The Bow Offset
• The chartplotter can track the positions of vessels sending position reports. If you have a Garmin NMEA 2000 VHF radio connected to your chartplotter, these features are also enabled. • The chartplotter allows you to quickly set up and send individual routine call details to your Garmin VHF radio.
Page 131: Adding A Dsc Contact
Adding a DSC Contact You can add a vessel to your DSC list. You can make calls to a DSC contact from the chartplotter. 1 Select Info > Other Vessels > DSC List > Add Contact. 2 Enter the Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) of the vessel. 3 Enter the name of the vessel.
Page 132: Navigating To A Tracked Vessel
Individual Routine Calls When you connect the chartplotter to a Garmin VHF radio, you can use the chartplotter interface to set up an individual routine call. When setting up an individual routine call from your chartplotter, you can select the DSC channel on which you want to communicate.
Page 133: Making An Individual Routine Call
5 Select Send. The chartplotter sends information about the call to the radio. 6 On your Garmin VHF radio, complete the call. Making an Individual Routine Call to an AIS Target 1 From a chart or 3D chart view, select an AIS target.
Page 134: Viewing The Gauges
Viewing the Gauges 1 Select Vessel. 2 Select a gauge, such as Vessel. 3 Select to view a different gauge page, if applicable. Engine Alert Icons If an icon lights up on the gauges page, it indicates an issue with the motor. Low oil level or oil pressure alert Temperature alert Battery voltage alert...
Page 135: Customizing The Gauges
Customizing the Gauges You can add a gauge page, change the layout of the gauge page, change how the gauges are displayed, and change the data in each gauge. 1 Open a gauge page. 2 Select Options > Edit Gauge Pages. 3 If necessary, select a gauge view or gauge to edit.
Page 136: Enabling Some Engine Gauge Status Alarms
Enabling Some Engine Gauge Status Alarms 1 From the engine gauges screen, select Options > Installation > Status Alarms > Custom. 2 Select one or more engine gauge alarms to turn on or off. Yamaha Engine Gauges Select Vessel > YAMAHA to view the Yamaha engine gauges. This screen varies based on the engine network and throttle controller.
Page 137: Engine Condition Icons
Data fields Hold to replace the data. Current time Hold to view trip data. Select to toggle the autopilot bar on and off (Helm Master EX). ® Select to set the joystick button for Set Point functions (Helm Master). Tank level information Hold a tank to view detailed tank level sensor information.
Page 138: Engine Alert Icons
Engine Alert Icons Red icons indicate engine abnormalities. NOTICE Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. Low cooling water pressure. Low oil pressure. Stop the engine. Check the engine oil level, and add more oil if necessary. NOTICE Do not continue to run the engine if this indicator is on.
Page 139: Configuring The Tank Level Sensors
Helm Master EX system equipped with an autopilot or joystick. GPS is not available on the Helm Master system. Autopilot Setting: Configures the Yamaha autopilot settings. Available on the Helm Master EX system equipped with an autopilot. For Garmin autopilot information, see (Autopilot, page 105).
Page 140: Mercury Engine Gauges
Mercury Engine Gauges ® NOTE: This feature is available only when connected to the Mercury SmartCraft Connect gateway. The available data varies based on the engine network and may include RPM, engine hours, coolant pressure, oil pressure, and other data. Select Vessel >...
Page 141: Setting The Fuel Alarm
Setting the Fuel Alarm CAUTION The Beeper setting must be turned on to make alarms audible (Sounds and Display Settings, page 166). Failure to set audible alarms could lead to injury or property damage. Before you can set a fuel level alarm, you must connect a compatible fuel flow sensor to the chartplotter. You can set an alarm to sound when the total amount of remaining onboard fuel reaches the level you specify.
Page 142: Configuring The Heading Source Of The Wind Gauge
Configuring the Heading Source of the Wind Gauge You can specify the source of the heading displayed on the wind gauge. Magnetic heading is the heading data received from a heading sensor, and GPS heading is calculated by your chartplotter GPS (course over ground). 1 From the wind gauge, select Options >...
Page 143: Setting The Graph Range And Time Scales
Setting the Graph Range and Time Scales You can indicate the amount of time and the range of sensor data that appears in the depth, wind, and water temperature graphs. 1 From a graph, select Graph Setup. 2 Select an option: •...
Page 144: Replying To A Message
Preset or check-in messages are predefined messages that you prepare for specific contacts using the Garmin Messenger ™ app or on your account at explore.garmin.com. You cannot customize the text of check-in messages, only the contacts who will receive it. 1 From the InReach® page, select Conversations > Send Preset Message.
Page 145: Digital Switching
NOTE: You can use the default vessel image or use a custom image of your vessel. You should save the custom image to the /Garmin folder on the memory card. You can also adjust the view and placement of the image.
Page 146: Labeling A Switch
You can provide a custom label for each switch. The switch label is separate from the switch name. 1 From a Garmin chartplotter connected to the same NMEA 2000 network as the Garmin Boat Switch device, select Settings > My Vessel > Switching > NMEA Standard.
Page 147: Using Dimmable Lights
Using Dimmable Lights You can operate connected dimmable lights by using switches 17 through 21 on the Garmin chartplotter. 1 From a Garmin chartplotter connected to the same NMEA 2000 network as the Garmin Boat Switch device, select Vessel > Switching.
Page 148: Power-Pole Overlay
Power-Pole Overlay Before you can control the Power-Pole anchor with the chartplotter, you must enable the overlay (Enabling the Power-Pole Anchor Overlay, page 133) and set the Power-Pole installation mode (Setting Up the Power-Pole Anchor, page 133). The layout of the overlay varies based on the installation mode. Refer to your Power-Pole documentation for more information.
Page 149: Adding The Mercury Troll Control Overlay
Adding the Mercury Troll Control Overlay When connected to a compatible Mercury engine, you can set and adjust the target speed using the Mercury Troll overlay on the chartplotter. 1 From the page where you want to add the overlay, select Options > Edit Overlays. TIP: You can also select Toolbars from the menu bar to quickly change the overlays.
Page 150: Mercury Cruise Control Overlay
Mercury Cruise Control Overlay Select to decrease the target speed Target speed Select to increase the target speed Actual speed Enable Select to engage the cruise control Disable Select to disengage the cruise control Mercury Engine Details WARNING You are responsible for the maintenance of the engines on your vessel. Failure to properly maintain the engines could result in an accident causing property damage, serious personal injury, or death.
Page 151: Mercury Engine Overlay
Mercury Engine Overlay You can use the Mercury Engine Overlay to view engine data (Adding the Mercury Engine Overlay, page 136). NOTE: Due to space constraints on the overlay, some items may not appear if the vessel has multiple engines. Port engine RPM Starboard engine RPM Total available fuel Fuel usage...
Page 152: Optimus Overlay Bar Overview
Optimus Overlay Bar Overview To use the overlay bar, you must connect your Optimus system to your chartplotter and add the overlay bar to the necessary screens (Activating the Optimus Overlay Bar, page 137). Control mode Optimus control buttons Rudder Standby button You must press a mode button on the overlay bar to engage or disengage the mode.
Page 153: Tide, Current, And Celestial Information
Tide, Current, and Celestial Information Tide Station Information WARNING Tide and current information is for information purposes only. It is your responsibility to heed all posted water-related guidance, to remain aware of your surroundings, and to use safe judgment in, on, and around the water at all times.
Page 154: Viewing Almanac Information From The Navigation Chart
™ control the networked stereos and groups using the chartplotter. As long as you have one of the networked Fusion stereos connected to the NMEA 2000 network or the Garmin Marine Network, the chartplotter should automatically detect the stereos. • If you have a compatible third-party stereo connected to the NMEA 2000 network, you may be able to control the stereo using the chartplotter.
Page 155: Opening The Media Player
Opening the Media Player Before you can open the media player, you must connect a compatible device to the chartplotter. Select Vessel > Media. TIP: To quickly add the media overlay to a page, select Toolbars > Media > Add. Media Player Icons NOTE: Not all devices have these icons.
Page 156: Adjusting The Audio Level
Adjusting the Audio Level You can use the equalizer to adjust the audio levels on a connected media device. NOTE: If the media system has multiple zones, adjusting the audio level tone controls affects the home zone only. You can change the home zone to adjust the audio levels in other zones (Selecting the Home Zone, page 143).
Page 157: Selecting The Home Zone
Selecting the Home Zone If you have multiple stereos connected to the chartplotter, or have a stereo or stereos with multiple speaker zones connected to the chartplotter, you must designate one speaker zone on one stereo as the home zone. The playback and volume controls on the media screen adjust only the stereo or zone set as the home zone.
Page 158: Editing A Group
Editing a Group 1 From the media screen, select Options > Groups. 2 Select the name of an existing group. 3 Select the stereos you want to add to or remove from the group. 4 Select Done. Group Synchronization By default, groups you create are not maintained when you turn off stereos in the group. If you turn off a single stereo added to the group, it leaves the group.
Page 159: Setting A Song To Repeat
Setting a Song to Repeat 1 From the media screen while a song is playing, select an option. • Select Options > Repeat. • Select Options > Browse > Repeat. 2 If necessary, select Single. NOTE: Not all media devices and sources support the Single option for the Repeat control. Setting All Songs to Repeat NOTE: Not all media devices and sources support the All option for the Repeat control.
Page 160: Presets
Presets You can save your favorite AM stations and FM stations as presets for easy access. You can save your favorite SiriusXM channels if the stereo is connected to an optional SiriusXM tuner and antenna. You can save your favorite DAB stations if the stereo is connected to the proper DAB equipment and set to the correct tuner region.
Page 161: Selecting A Dab Station From A List
Selecting a DAB Station from a List 1 From the DAB media screen, select Browse > Stations. 2 Select a station from the list. Selecting a DAB Station from a Category 1 From the DAB media screen, select Browse > Categories. 2 Select a category from the list.
Page 162: Activating A Siriusxm Subscription
Activating a SiriusXM Subscription 1 With the SiriusXM source selected, tune to channel 1. You should be able to hear the preview channel. If not, check the SiriusXM Connect Tuner and antenna installation and connections, and try again. 2 Tune to channel 0 to locate the Radio ID. 3 Contact SiriusXM listener care by phone at (866) 635-2349 or go to siriusxm.com/activatenow to subscribe...
Page 163: Clearing All Locked Channels On A Siriusxm Radio
You acknowledge and agree that you shall be solely responsible for use of the weather information and all decisions taken with respect to navigating in weather. Garmin will not be responsible for any consequences of using SiriusXM weather information.
Page 164: Siriusxm Equipment And Subscription Requirements
Weather data is broadcast at different intervals for each weather feature. For example, radar is broadcast at five-minute intervals. When the Garmin receiver is turned on, or when a different weather feature is selected, the receiver must receive new data before it can be shown. You might experience a delay before weather data or a different feature appears on the chart.
Page 165: Hurricane Information
Hurricane Information The weather Precipitation chart can show the present position of a hurricane , a tropical storm, or a tropical depression. A red line stemming from a hurricane icon indicates the projected path of the hurricane. Darkened dots on the red line indicate the projected locations through which the hurricane will pass, as received from the weather data provider.
Page 166: City Forecasts
City Forecasts City forecasts appear as weather symbols. The forecast is viewed in 12-hour increments. Symbol Weather Fair (sunny, hot, clear) Partly cloudy Cloudy Rain (drizzle, sleet, showers) Thunderstorms Windy Smoke (dusty, hazy) Foggy Snow (snow showers, flurries, blizzard, blowing snow, sleet, freezing rain, freezing drizzle) Viewing Fish Mapping Data NOTE: This feature requires a GXM 54 antenna and a SiriusXM Fish Mapping ™...
Page 167: Surface Winds
Surface Winds Surface wind vectors appear on the Sea Conditions chart using wind barbs that indicate the direction from which the wind is blowing. A wind barb is a circle with a tail. The line or flag attached to the tail of the wind barb indicates the wind speed.
Page 168: Surface Pressure And Water Temperature Data
Surface Pressure and Water Temperature Data Surface-pressure information appears as pressure isobars and pressure centers. Isobars connect points of equal pressure. Pressure readings can help to determine weather and wind conditions. High-pressure areas are generally associated with fair weather. Low-pressure areas are generally associated with clouds and the chance of precipitation.
Page 169: Weather Overlay
PoE Isolation Coupler. You can connect multiple supported video cameras to the Garmin Marine Network. You can select and view up to four video sources at once. When the cameras are connected, the network detects them automatically and displays them in the source list.
Page 170: Using Video Presets On Networked Video Cameras
Using Video Presets on Networked Video Cameras You can save, name, and activate video presets for each networked video source. Saving Video Presets on a Networked Video Camera 1 From a video screen, touch the screen. The video controls appear on the screen. 2 Hold a video preset button.
Page 171: Video Settings
Video Settings Some cameras provide additional setup options. NOTE: Not all options are available on all camera models and chartplotter models. You may need to update the camera software to use this feature. From the video screen, select Options > Video Setup. Set Input: Associates the camera with a video source.
Page 172: Controlling A Video Camera Using Gestures
In addition to the sensors and cameras needed to support Compass Lock and Vessel Lock, you must connect these additional devices to the Garmin Marine Network to support AIS and MARPA tracking: • To track targets using AIS, you must connect a compatible AIS receiver.
Page 173: Using Compass Lock
In some jurisdictions it could be considered an invasion of privacy rights to take or publicly display photographs or videos of people without their permission. It is your responsibility to know and comply with privacy laws and rights within the applicable jurisdiction(s). NOTE: Garmin VIRB Action Cameras are discontinued. Go to support.garmin.com for support for existing cameras.
Page 174: Connecting A Virb 360 Action Camera
Connecting a VIRB 360 Action Camera You can connect a VIRB 360 action camera to the chartplotter using WPS. If you are connecting a VIRB camera, connect through the camera settings (Connecting a VIRB Action Camera, page 160). 1 Set up the chartplotter's Wi‑Fi network (Setting Up the Wi‑Fi Network, page 24).
Page 175: Controlling The Virb Action Camera Video Playback
Controlling the VIRB Action Camera Video Playback You can view VIRB action camera video and images using the chartplotter. NOTE: The VIRB playback on the chartplotter is shown in the same quality as the live view on the chartplotter. To view the high-resolution video, view the video on a computer or television. 1 From the VIRB®...
Page 176: Virb Action Camera Video Setup Settings
VIRB Action Camera Video Setup Settings NOTE: Not all options and settings apply to all camera models. Select Vessel > VIRB® > Options > Video Setup. Aspect: Sets the video aspect ratio. Video Mode: Sets the video mode. For example, you can select the Slow-Mo option to shoot slow motion videos.
Page 177: Hdmi Out Video Considerations
The Garmin GPSMAP HDMI accessory cable is 4.5 m (15 ft.) long. If you need a longer cable, you should use an active HDMI cable only. You need an HDMI coupler to connect the two HDMI cables.
Page 178: Surround View Camera System
Surround View Camera System WARNING Do not solely rely on this system for vessel docking and operation purposes. Objects displayed by the cameras may be closer than they appear. This system is only intended to enhance situational awareness when used properly. If used improperly, you could become distracted by the display.
Page 179: Viewing A Camera Feed Full Screen
Viewing a Camera Feed Full Screen You can switch to a full-screen view any of the live camera feeds. NOTE: You can also view each of the cameras in the Surround View Camera System in the Video screen. 1 From the Surround View screen, select the camera you want to view full screen. 2 Select The camera switches to a full-screen view, and you can zoom and pan using the controls.
Page 180: Device Configuration
Device Configuration System Settings Select Settings > System. Sounds and Display: Adjusts the display settings and the audio settings (if available). Satellite Positioning: Provides information about the GPS satellites and settings. System Information: Provides information about the devices on the network and the software version. Station Information: Adjusts the setup of the station.
Page 181: Satellite Positioning (Gps) Settings
You can view the software version, the basemap version, all supplemental map information (if applicable), the software version for an optional Garmin radar (if applicable), and the unit ID number. You may need this information to update the system software or to purchase additional map data information.
Page 182: Preferences Settings
Preferences Settings Select Settings > Preferences. Units: Sets units of measure. Language: Sets the on-screen text language. Navigation: Sets navigation preferences. Filters: Smooths out the values shown in the data fields, which can decrease the noise or show longer term trends.
Page 183: Auto Guidance Path Configurations
Clearance settings, the section of the Auto Guidance path appears as a solid orange line or a red striped line in Garmin Navionics+ and Garmin Navionics Vision+ charts and appears as a magenta and gray striped line in previous versions. When your boat enters one of those areas, a warning message appears (Route Color Coding, page 47).
Page 184: Adjusting The Distance From Shore
Adjusting the Distance from Shore The Shoreline Distance setting indicates how close to the shore you want the Auto Guidance line to be placed. The Auto Guidance line may move if you change this setting while navigating. The available values for the Shoreline Distance setting are relative, not absolute.
Page 185: Communications Settings
• To support the input or output of standard NMEA 0183 data for most AIS receivers, select NMEA High Speed. • To support the input or output of Garmin proprietary data for interfacing with Garmin software, select Garmin. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to configure additional input or output ports.
Page 186: Nmea 2000 Settings
The Garmin Marine Network allows you to share data from Garmin peripheral devices with chartplotters quickly and easily. You can connect a device to the Garmin Marine Network to receive data from and share data with other devices and chartplotters that are compatible with the Garmin Marine Network.
Page 187: System Alarms
System Alarms Select Settings > Alarms > System. Clock Sets an alarm clock. Unit Voltage: Sets an alarm to sound when the battery reaches a specified low voltage. GPS Accuracy: Sets an alarm to sound when the GPS location accuracy falls outside the user-defined value. Sonar Alarms WARNING The sonar alarms feature is a tool for situational awareness only and may not prevent grounding in all...
Page 188: My Vessel Settings
My Vessel Settings NOTE: Some settings and options require additional charts or hardware. Select Settings > My Vessel. Transducers: Shows all transducers on the network, allows you to change transducers, and allows you to view diagnostic information (Selecting the Transducer Type, page 78).
Page 189: Setting The Keel Offset
Setting the Keel Offset You can enter a keel offset to compensate the water depth reading for the transducer installation location. This allows you to view the depth of the water below the keel or the true depth of the water, depending on your needs.
Page 190: Setting The Water Temperature Offset
4 If the message appears again, stop the boat, and ensure the speed-sensor wheel is not stuck. 5 If the wheel turns freely, check the cable connections. 6 If you continue to get the message, contact Garmin product support. Device Configuration...
Page 191: Other Vessels Settings
Settings that are Synced on the Garmin Marine Network Garmin ECHOMAP ™ and GPSMAP chartplotters sync certain settings when connected to the Garmin Marine Network. The following settings are synced, if applicable, to the device. Alarm Settings (also syncs alarm acknowledgment): •...
Page 192: Restoring The Original Chartplotter Factory Settings
• To clear saved data and reset device settings to the factory default values, disconnect the chartplotter from the Garmin Marine Network, and select Delete Data and Reset Settings. This does not affect maps or software updates. Sharing and Managing User Data WARNING This feature allows you to import data from other devices that may have been generated by third parties.
Page 193: Copying User Data From A Memory Card
Copying User Data from a Memory Card You can transfer user data from a memory card to transfer from other devices. User data includes waypoints, routes, Auto Guidance paths, tracks, and boundaries. NOTE: Only boundary files with an .adm extension are supported. 1 Insert a memory card into a card slot.
Page 194: Updating Built-In Maps With A Memory Card And Garmin Express
(Memory Cards, page 7). 2 Open the Garmin Express application. If you do not have the Garmin Express application installed on your computer, you can download it from garmin.com/express. 3 If necessary, register your device (Registering Your Device Using the Garmin Express App, page 182).
Page 195: Appendix
Control the chartplotter with Garmin Helm Garmin Express App The Garmin Express desktop app allows you to use your computer and a memory card to download and update Garmin device software and charts and register your devices. We recommend it for larger downloads and updates for faster data transfer and to avoid possible data charges with some mobile devices.
Page 196: Registering Your Device Using The Garmin Express App
The Garmin Express application searches the memory card for the device information. 12 Select Add Device to register the device. When registration is complete, the Garmin Express application searches for additional charts and chart updates for your device. When you add devices to the chartplotter network, repeat these steps to register the new devices using the Garmin Express app.
Page 197: Updating Your Charts Using The Garmin Express App
You can use the ActiveCaptain mobile app to update the device software (Updating Software with the ActiveCaptain App, page 22). You can also use the Garmin Express desktop app to update your chartplotter software (Loading the New Software on a Memory Card Using Garmin Express, page 184).
Page 198: Loading The New Software On A Memory Card Using Garmin Express
Loading the New Software on a Memory Card Using Garmin Express You can copy the software update to a memory card using a computer with the Garmin Express app. This device supports up to a 32 GB memory card, formatted to FAT32 with speed class 4 or higher. Use of an 8 GB or larger memory card with speed class 10 is recommended.
Page 199: Viewing Images On A Memory Card
1 Remove the memory card from the chartplotter, and insert it into a card reader that is attached to a computer. 2 From Windows Explorer, open the Garmin\scrn folder on the memory card. 3 Copy the image file from the card and paste it to any location on the computer.
Page 200: My Device Will Not Turn On Or Keeps Turning Off
To check the voltage, measure the female power and ground sockets of the power cable for DC voltage. If the voltage is less than 12 Vdc, the device will not turn on. • If the device is receiving enough power but does not turn on, contact Garmin product support. My device is not creating waypoints in the correct location You can manually enter a waypoint location to transfer and share data from one device to the next.
Page 201: Specifications
50,000 points, 50 saved tracks Wireless frequency 2.4 GHz @ 18.3 dBm max. Memory card 2 microSD card slots; 32 GB max. card size The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating. Appendix...
Page 202: Gpsmap 9X3 Specifications
50,000 points, 50 saved tracks Wireless frequency 2.4 GHz @ 18.3 dBm max. Memory card 2 microSD card slots; 32 GB max. card size The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating. Appendix...
Page 203: Gpsmap 12X3 Specifications
50,000 points, 50 saved tracks Wireless frequency 2.4 GHz @ 18.3 dBm max. Memory card 2 microSD card slots; 32 GB max. card size The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating. Appendix...
Page 204: Sonar Models Specifications
Traditional: 50/200, 77/200, 83/200 kHz Single Channel CHIRP: from 40 to 250 kHz Garmin ClearVü CHIRP: 260/455/800 kHz Sonar frequencies Ultra High-Definition Garmin ClearVü: 0.8 Mhz (800 kHz), CHIRP range: 760 to 880 kHz Ultra High-Definition SideVü: 1.2 MHz (1,200 kHz), CHIRP range: 1,060 to 1,170 kHz CHIRP: 1000 W...
Page 205: Nmea 2000 Pgn Information
NMEA 2000 PGN Information Transmit and Receive Description 059392 ISO acknowledgment 059904 ISO request 060160 ISO transport protocol: Data transfer 060416 ISO transport protocol: Connection management 060928 ISO address claimed 065240 Commanded address 126208 Request group function 126996 Product information 126998 Configuration information 127237...
Page 206 Description 130312 Temperature (obsolete) Transmit Description 126464 Transmit and receive PGN list group function 126984 Alert Response 127497 Trip parameters: Engine Receive Description 065030 Generator average basic AC quantities (GAAC) 126983 Alert 126985 Alert text 126987 Alert threshold 126988 Alert value 126992 System time 127251...
Page 207 Description 129799 Radio frequency/mode/power 129802 AIS safety-related broadcast message 129808 DSC call Information 129809 AIS class B "CS" static data report, part A 129810 AIS class B "CS" static data report, part B 130313 Humidity 130314 Actual pressure 130316 Temperature: Extended range 130576 Trim tab status 130577...
Page 208: Nmea 0183 Information
NMEA 0183 Information Transmit Sentence Description GPAPB APB: Heading or track controller (autopilot) sentence "B" GPBOD BOD: Bearing (origin to destination) GPBWC BWC: Bearing and distance to waypoint GPGGA GGA: Global positioning system fix data GPGLL GLL: Geographic position (latitude and longitude) GPGSA GSA: GNSS DOP and active satellites GPGSV...
Page 209 Receive Sentence Description Depth Depth below transducer Water temperature Water speed and heading Waypoint location Digital selective calling information Expanded digital selective calling Heading, deviation, and variation Heading, magnetic Wind direction and speed Meteorological composite Wind speed and angle AIS VHF data-link message You can purchase complete information about National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) format and sentences from www.nmea.org.
Page 210: J1939 Information
J1939 Information The chartplotter can receive J1939 sentences. The chartplotter cannot transmit over the J1939 network. Description Engine percent load at current speed 61443 Engine speed 61444 Engine manifold exhaust gas temperature - right manifold 65031 2433 Engine manifold exhaust gas temperature - left manifold 65031 2434 Engine auxiliary coolant...
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Garmin GPSMAP 12x3 Owner's Manual

Introduction

Customizing the Chartplotter

Controlling the Chartplotter

Activecaptain App

Communication with Wireless Devices

Charts and 3D Chart Views

Garmin Quickdraw Contours Mapping

Navigation with a Chartplotter

Sailing Features

Sonar Fishfinder

Radar

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