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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual GPSMAP ® 3206/3210...
  • Page 2 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements.

  • Page 3: Installing Your Gpsmap 3206/3210

    Garmin dealer immediately. Installing Your GPSMAP 3206/3210 To install the GPSMAP 3206/3210 refer to the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS 17 Installation Instructions. To complete the installation, you need the appropriate fasteners, tools, and mounts listed in each section. Installation items not provided by Garmin should be available at most marine dealers.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Using the Optional Marine Remote Control ...3 Using Soft Keys ...4 Using Data Entry/Shortcut Keys ...4 Status Bar ...4 Turning on the GPSMAP 3206/3210 ... Adjusting the Backlight ...5 Initializing the GPS Receiver ... Receiver Status and Accuracy ...7 GPS Setup ...7 Using Simulator Mode ...
  • Page 5 ...55 Setting Up DSC ...56 Using the NAV Key ...56 Card Tab ... Messages Tab ... Viewing Detailed Message Information ...58 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual Alarms Tab ... System Alarms ...59 Nav (Navigation) Alarms ...59 Sonar Alarms ...59 Weather Alarms ...60...
  • Page 6 What is WAAS/EGNOS? ... WAAS Capability ... Digital Selective Calling (DSC) ... What is DSC? ...104 LORAN TD System ... Caring for the GPSMAP 3206/3210 ... Navigation Terms... Messages and Alarms ... Optional Accessories ... Limited Warranty ... FCC Compliance ...

  • Page 7: Product Registration

    TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in binary executable form in the normal operation of the product.

  • Page 8: Warnings

    Important Information 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 in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain some inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Unit Overview Data card slots Data card slot 1 Data card slot 2 Interface keys Seral number tag Data entry keys Connecton ports Infrared (IR) wndow Soft keys (For optonal remote control) GPSMAP 3210 Shown GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 10: Using The Gpsmap 3206/3210 Keypad

    > gPsMaP 3206/3210 K ettIng tarted sIng the Using the GPSMAP 3206/3210 Keypad POWER/BACKlIGhT Key • Press and hold to turn the unit on or off. • Press and release to adjust backlighting. PAGE Key • Press to cycle through the main pages in sequence.

  • Page 11: Using The Optional Marine Remote Control

    GPSMAP 3206/3210. All keys on the remote control operate in the same manner as the keypad on the GPSMAP 3206/3210. Each key’s primary function appears on the key. To activate the secondary functions for the ADJ/MENU, NAV/MOB, DATA/CNFG, and Thumb Stick (ENTER/MARK) keys, press and hold the key.

  • Page 12: Using Soft Keys

    At the top of each page, the status bar provides current status information for connected devices and several of the GPSMAP 3206/3210 functions. As additional devices are added to the unit or the Garmin Marine Network, an icon for each device appears on the status bar.

  • Page 13: Turning On The Gpsmap 3206/3210

    Turning on the GPSMAP 3206/3210 Before you turn on the GPSMAP 3206/3210, make sure the unit and GPS 17 antenna are correctly installed on your vessel according to the instructions in the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS 17 Installation Instructions. The first time you turn on the GPSMAP 3206/3210 and GPS 17 antenna, the receiver must collect satellite data and establish its current location.

  • Page 14: Initializing The Gps Receiver

    I Agree button is highlighted. After reading the warning, press ENTER. Next, you see the first of the main pages, the Map Page. The GPSMAP 3206/3210 begins searching for the GPS satellites. The first time the unit acquires satellites takes several minutes.

  • Page 15: Receiver Status And Accuracy

    After the receiver has collected information from at least three satellites, the Status field shows either “Ready for Navigation” or “Ready for Navigation with WAAS.” The GPSMAP 3206/3210 is now ready for use. Press QUIT to return to the Map Page.

  • Page 16: Using Simulator Mode

    Simulator Mode is great for practicing with the unit if you are indoors and satellite signals are not available. When the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is in Simulator Mode, the GPS receiver is turned off. The unit cannot be used for actual navigation.

  • Page 17: Basic Operation

    GPSMAP 3206/3210. Understanding the Features The advanced keypad system on the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is designed to allow you to select options and enter data quickly and conveniently. As you progress through this owner’s manual, you are directed to press a specific key or highlight a field on the screen.

  • Page 18: Selecting Options And Entering Data

    2. Press the data entry key that corresponds to the option you want to select. For numbers 10 and higher, press the first digit, and then press the second digit within one second. Data entry key shortcut numbers Soft keys To exit a menu or return to the previous setting: Press QUIT. The QUIT key moves backward through your steps. Press QUIT repeatedly to return to the starting page. To enter data in a data field: 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the data field, and press ENTER to edit it. 2. Press up or down on the ROCKER to select characters. Press and release the ROCKER to move character by character through the list; press and hold the ROCKER to move rapidly through the list. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 19: Using Additional Map Data

    BlueChart g2 data cards. See your Garmin dealer or visit the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for more information on available pre-programmed Garmin data cards and other MapSource programs.
  • Page 20 Addtonal nformaton tabs To eliminate the pointer and re-center your location on the map: Press QUIT. To view additional BlueChart chart notes: 1. Select an on-screen BlueChart map item, and press ENTER. 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Chart <name> tab. A chart summary appears below the tab. 3. Highlight the Notes soft key, and press ENTER. Notes for the chart appear. wndow 4. Highlight the notes field, and press ENTER 5. Use the ROCKER to scroll the text up or down. 6. Press QUIT to exit. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 21: Finding An Item

    To find an item from your current location: 1. From any page, press FIND to open the Find From Current Position Page. 2. Highlight a category, and press ENTER. Select a subcategory, if necessary. 3. Some items have a By Name tab. For By Name, select the top field to spell out the name, or scroll through the list. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual asIc 4. Some items have a Filter List button that allows you to enter letters or numbers of the item name. The search result shows only items matching the entered letters or numbers. Highlight the Filter List button, and press ENTER. Enter data, as needed, to narrow your search. To find an item from another location on the map: 1. Open the Map Page. Use the ROCKER to pan to the location you want,...

  • Page 22: Creating And Using Waypoints

    Creating and Using Waypoints The GPSMAP 3206/3210 stores up to 4,000 alphanumeric waypoints, each with a user-defined icon, comment, depth, and water temperature. NOTE: If you are using an optional GSD 20, GSD 21, or GSD 22, the Depth and Water Temp fields fill in automatically.

  • Page 23: Creating Waypoints Manually

    CAUTION: When entering a waypoint manually, be sure that the MFD is set to the same position format and map datum as the paper chart or coordinates’ source. Entering coordinates into the GPSMAP 3206/3210 while it is set to a datum different from the datum in which the coordinates were created can result in an incorrect waypoint location.

  • Page 24: Reviewing And Editing Waypoints

    To access the Review Waypoint Page: Use the ROCKER to highlight a waypoint on the Map Page, and press ENTER. To access the Review Waypoint Page from a waypoint list: 1. Press and hold ADJ/MENU to open the Main Menu. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Points tab, and then highlight a waypoint from the list on the User or Proximity sub tab. 2. Press ENTER to open the Review Waypoint Page. Additional information tabs do not appear in this mode. Waypont name Symbol Comment ” Poston Coordnates Depth/water temp Review Waypoint Page Map wndow GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 25 2. Use the ROCKER to select a different symbol, and press ENTER. Waypoint Symbol List To change the Comment, Position, Depth, or Water temp: 1. Highlight the Comment, Position, Depth, or Water temp field, and press ENTER. 2. Use the ROCKER to enter new data, and press ENTER. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual > asIc PeratIon evIewIng and To access the map window on the Review Waypoint Page: 1. Press FCTN to highlight the map window. You can pan the map, change the map range, or use the map pointer to select a location.

  • Page 26: Moving A Waypoint

    Proximity sub tab also provides a continuously updated proximity waypoint alarm that can be used to define an alarm circle around submerged hazards or shallow waters. To access the Points tab from the Main Menu: 1. Press and hold ADJ/MENU to open the Main Menu. 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Points tab, and highlight either the User or Proximity sub tab. Sub tabs GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 27: User Waypoints

    Delete All—deletes all waypoints from the unit. NOTE: When you delete a waypoint from the list, it cannot be recovered from the unit. Save important waypoints to a data card, or write them down. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual > asIc...

  • Page 28: Proximity Waypoints

    Proxmty waypont To turn proximity alarms on or off: 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the field below Proximity Alarm on the Proximity sub tab, and press ENTER. 2. Select ON or OFF, and press ENTER. To clear one or all proximity waypoints from the list: 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the proximity waypoint you want to clear. 2. To clear a single alarm, press the Delete, soft key. To clear all proximity waypoints, press the Delete All soft key. A confirmation message appears. 3. Press the OK soft key to delete the proximity waypoint. Otherwise, press the Cancel soft key, or press QUIT to cancel. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 29: Navigating To A Destination

    If you select a map item as the Go To destination, the GPSMAP 3206/3210 automatically uses the name of the map item, but the point is not stored in the waypoint list.

  • Page 30: Follow Track And Tracback Navigation

    To clear the track log: 1. Press and hold ADJ/MENU to open the Main Menu. 2. Using the ROCKER, highlight the Tracks tab, and then highlight the Active sub tab. 3. Press the Clear soft key. A confirmation message appears. 4. Press the OK soft key to clear the track log. Clear soft key GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 31 5. To change the name of the saved track, highlight the Name field and press ENTER, make any changes, and press ENTER again. 6. To specify the color used to show the saved track line on the map and highway, highlight the Color field and press ENTER, choose a color, and press ENTER again. 7. To show the track on the Map and Highway Pages, highlight the check box to the left of Show on map and highway, and press ENTER. 8. Press the OK soft key to save the track log. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual asIc PeratIon Default track name Total dstance Change color of track lne To review and edit a track: 1. On the Saved sub tab, highlight a track, and then press ENTER to open...

  • Page 32: Tracback Tips

    2. Highlight Stop Navigation, and press ENTER. TracBack Tips When a TracBack is active, the GPSMAP 3206/3210 takes the track log stored in memory and divides it into segments called legs. Up to 300 temporary turns (BEGIN, TURN 1, TURN 2,..., TURN X, END) are created to mark the most significant features of the track log to duplicate your exact path as closely as possible.

  • Page 33: Man Overboard (Mob)

    MOB point. The MOB waypoint is stored in the waypoint list, and you can delete or edit it like any other waypoint. pont To stop navigation to the MOB location: 1. Press NAV/MOB. 2. Highlight Stop Navigation, and press ENTER. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual > (Mob) asIc PeratIon oard Creating and Using Routes You can create and store up to 50 reversible routes (numbered 1–50), with up to...

  • Page 34: Navigating A Saved Route

    To navigate a saved route: 1. From any page, press NAV, and then highlight Follow Route on the Navigation menu. 2. Press the Pick Saved soft key to select a saved route. The Select Route window opens. 3. Use the ROCKER to highlight the route you want to navigate, and press ENTER. The selected route is shown on the Map Page. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 35: Creating A Quick Nav Route

    Re-Evaluate Route—recalculates and reactivates the current route data; and it selects the route leg closest to your current location as the active leg (the active leg defines the current from and to waypoints). GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual asIc PeratIon Creating a Quick NAV Route Use the Create QUICK soft key to create a quick route that you can begin navigating immediately.

  • Page 36: Deleting A Route

    To change the name of a route: 1. On the Routes tab, highlight the route you want to edit, and press ENTER. The map window opens showing the selected route. 2. Press the Rename Route soft key. The first character in the Editing Route field is highlighted. Edtng Route field 3. Use the ROCKER or data entry keys to change the route name, and press ENTER when finished. To review individual route points on the map: 1. On the Routes tab, highlight the route you want to edit, and press ENTER. The map window opens showing the selected route. 2. Highlight a point on the route, and press ENTER to open the Review Waypoint Page. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 37 3. Press the Rmv From Rt soft key to remove the point from the route, press the Move Wpt soft key to move the waypoint, press the Delete soft key to permanently delete the waypoint from the unit, or press the Next soft key to highlight the next point on the route list. If the selected route point is a user waypoint, you can edit any of the waypoint properties on the Review Waypoint Page. To add points to a route: 1. On the Routes tab, highlight the route you want to edit, and press ENTER. The map window opens, showing the selected route. 2. Move the map pointer to the leg of the route where you want to add the new point. The selected route leg turns yellow. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual asIc PeratIon Route leg to change 3. Press the Add soft key. The color of the selected route leg changes to magenta and the word “ADD” appears below the map pointer. > reatIng and sIng outes...
  • Page 38 4. Use the ROCKER to drag the map pointer to the location where you want to add a route point. 5. Press ENTER to add the point to the route. To remove a point from a route: 1. On the Routes tab, highlight the route you want to edit, and press ENTER. The map window opens showing the selected route. 2. Select the point you want to remove from the route, and press the Remove soft key. To edit a route on the map: 1. On the Routes tab, highlight the route you want to edit, and press ENTER. The map window opens showing the selected route. 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight a point to review (waypoint or map item). 3. Press the Move soft key to move the selected point. The word “MOVE” appears below the map pointer. 4. Use the ROCKER to drag the map pointer to the location where you want to move the route point, and then press ENTER to move the route point. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 39: Planning Routes

    Planning Routes You can enter information on the Plan Route window, such as your speed, departure time, fuel flow, and departure date so your GPSMAP 3206/3210 can estimate information about your trip. To plan your trip (route): 1. Press the Plan soft key on the Route list to open the Plan Route window. 2. Enter planning data for speed and fuel flow. You can also enter the date and time of your departure. As you enter planning information, the fields on...

  • Page 40: Main

    Press PAGE to cycle through the main pages in order. If you have a GSD 20, GSD 21, or GSD 22 with transducer networked with your GPSMAP 3206/3210, a Sonar Page is inserted into the page sequence. If you have a GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41, or GMR 404/406 marine radar networked, the Radar Page is inserted into the page sequence.

  • Page 41: Configuring Main Pages

    You can customize each main page to fit your navigational needs, and you can modify data fields and add additional secondary functions to each of the main pages. As you add optional hardware to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 or Garmin Marine Network, additional function choices might appear automatically.
  • Page 42 To change Digital 1 or Digital 2 data fields: 1. Press and hold DATA/CNFG to open the Configuration window. 2. Highlight the data field you want to change, and press ENTER. Dgtal 2 wth small 3. Press up or down on the ROCKER to highlight the type of data you want to data fields show, and press ENTER. 4. Press QUIT to exit. Dgtal 1 To restore the factory default configuration: wth large 1. Press and hold DATA/CNFG to open the Configuration window. data fields 2. Press the Defaults soft key. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 43: Using Function Windows

    As you add optional hardware to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 or Garmin Marine Network, adjustment menu choices may appear automatically. For specific instructions on adjustments and features for the highlighted function window, refer to the specific section (or manual) for that main page.

  • Page 44: Viewing A Main Page In Full-Screen Mode

    The Map Page shows your boat on a digital chart, complete with geographic names, map items, navaids, and other chart features. When using your GPSMAP 3206/3210 with the optional preprogrammed BlueChart g2 data cards, you can view detailed roads and photographs. See the BlueChart g2 User’s Guide for additional information about BlueChart g2 data.

  • Page 45: Using The Map Pointer

    Pointer mode pans the cartography to keep the map pointer within the display area. The GPSMAP 3206/3210 starts in Position mode, with your location centered on the map. Press up, down, left, or right on the ROCKER to enter Pointer mode. In Pointer mode: •...

  • Page 46: Selecting Map Ranges

    Hawaii. Features include integrated mapping, 2-D or mariner’s eye map perspective, tide and current data, improved IALA symbols, navaids, marinas, boat ramps, roads, and more. The GPSMAP 3206/3210 accepts preprogrammed data cards and are compatible with the latest BlueChart g2 series marine cartography. The unit shows ®...

  • Page 47: Map Page Options

    (or Map function window) using the ADJ/MENU key and soft key options. The available options are: Measure (Distance), hide (Show) Detail, and Setup. As you add optional hardware to the MFD or Garmin Marine Network, additional adjustment menu choices may appear automatically You can customize the Map Page to show other functions and different sizes or types of Digital Data fields.
  • Page 48 Changes made from the Map Setup option affect all maps. To change a Setup feature: 1. Press the Map Setup soft key. The Main Menu appears with the Map tab highlighted. 2. Press left or right on the ROCKER to highlight a sub tab, press up or down to highlight the setting you want to change, and press ENTER. 3. Press up or down on the ROCKER to select a different setting, and press ENTER. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 49: Map Split Page

    Map Page, or to show a split view of the Map and Highway pages. If you have a Garmin sonar module connected, you can set up the Map Split Page to show the Map Page and Sonar Page; if you have Garmin radar connected, you can view both the Map Page and the Radar Page.

  • Page 50: Highway Page

    “road” with a line down the middle, which represents your course. As you navigate toward a waypoint, the highway moves—indicating the direction you are off course. To stay on course, GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual Data fields...

  • Page 51: Changing The Highway Perspective Range

    The available ADJ/MENU soft key options are: Route Details, Edit Active Route, Show (hide) Carto, and Setup. As you add optional hardware to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 or Garmin Marine Network, adjustment menu choices may appear automatically. You can also customize the Highway Page to show other functions and different sizes or types of Digital Data fields.

  • Page 52: Video Page

    The Video Page is available only if you attach an optional NTSC (National Television System Committee) or PAL (Phase Alternate Line) composite video source to the GPSMAP 3206/3210 (see the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS 17 Installation Instructions for more information). You can input up to two different video signals to the GSPMAP 3206/3210.

  • Page 53: Main Menu

    The Main Menu is accessible from any page by pressing ADJ/MENU. As you add optional hardware to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 or Garmin Marine Network, additional Main Menu tabs or sub tabs may appear automatically. For specific instructions on additional adjustments and features, refer to the specific section (or manual) for that hardware device.

  • Page 54: Tide Tab

    When comparing with other tide tables, verify that the depth units are the same for both sources. The bottom of the chart shows the amount of time (in hours and minutes) until the next low tide and high tide. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual Current tde heght bar...
  • Page 55 Use the Map Position option to select a location closer to a Tide Station. To select a Tide Station from a map location: 1. Highlight the For field, and press ENTER to open the Find Tides Page. 2. Highlight Map Position, and press ENTER to open the Find Near Current Position Page. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual 3. Press up or down on the ROCKER to move the map pointer to a map location, and press ENTER. The Find Near Other Position Page shows a list of Tide Stations near the selected map location. 4. Select a Tide Station, and press ENTER. If the “None Found” message appears, repeat steps 1–3 until you find a Tide Station.

  • Page 56: Current Sub Tab

    A solid, vertical line (with the local time at the top) indicates the strength of the current that corresponds to the time shown in the local time box. To select the Current Station nearest to your location: 1. Highlight the For field, and press ENTER to open the Find Currents Page. 2. Highlight Current Position, and press ENTER to open the Find Near Current Position Page. 3. Select a Current Station from the list, and press ENTER. As you move the highlight over each Current Station in the list, the station is highlighted on the map window. The distance and bearing from your location to the highlighted station are shown at the bottom of the list. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 57: Celestial Tab

    Flood, Slack, and Max Ebb times and strengths. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual Celestial Tab The Celestial tab shows celestial data for sun and moon rise and set, moon phase, and the approximate sky view location of the sun and moon.

  • Page 58: Trip Tab

    Clear Trip—clears all trip data. • Clear Max Spd—resets the value in the Maximum Speed field to 0.00. • Clear Odometer—resets the value in the Odometer field to 0.00. • Clear All—resets the values in all fields. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 59: Weather Tab

    XM WX Weather information. NOTE: You must have a GDL30/GDL 30A Marine Weather/Audio Satellite Receiver installed and connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210, and a subscription to XM WX Satellite Weather to use the XM Weather features. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 60: Routes Tab

    99.99 nautical or statute miles or kilometers. Routes Tab The Routes tab contains a list of available routes. See beginning on page 25 for more information about creating routes. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual “Creating and Using Routes”...

  • Page 61: Tracks Tab

    (the log currently being recorded). The active log stores up to approximately 10,000 track log points, based on the criteria specified in the Track settings. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual The following settings are available: • Record Mode—allows you to select one of three track recording options: •...

  • Page 62: Dsc (Digital Selective Calling) Tab

    Delete All—deletes all saved track logs from memory. DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Tab Use the DSC tab to control and set up DSC features on the GPSMAP 3206/3210. DSC uses marine VHF radio and GPS technologies to transmit and receive location information.

  • Page 63: Understanding Dsc Distress Calls

    Understanding DSC Distress Calls With a GPSMAP 3206/3210 properly connected to a VHF radio with DSC output, you can receive any DSC distress call within range. An alert message appears, and an alarm sounds (if enabled) when a distress call is received. The alarm sounds only for a distress call;...

  • Page 64: Setting Up Dsc

    If you receive a distress call or position report, you can quickly navigate to the caller using the NAV key. When the call is logged, press NAV, and select Go To <MMSI number> or Go To <Name>. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 65: Card Tab

    Use the Card tab to transfer waypoints, routes, and tracks to and from a data card. When data is saved to a data card, it can be exchanged with other compatible units, or transferred to Garmin’s MapSource software program on your PC. To transfer data to or from a data card: 1. Insert the data card. If there is already user data on the card, highlight...

  • Page 66: Messages Tab

    Messages Tab The Messages tab shows a list of messages generated by the GPSMAP 3206/3210. Use the ROCKER to scroll through the messages. The date and time when each message occurred is shown at the bottom of the tab.

  • Page 67: System Alarms

    Nav (Navigation) Alarms Use the Nav sub tab to set navigational alarms, including anchor drag, arrival, and off course. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual • Anchor Drag—sets an alarm to sound when you are a specified drift distance. Enter a value in the distance field, and use the control field to turn the alarm on and off.

  • Page 68: Weather Alarms

    **You must have a GDL 30/30A Satellite Weather Receiver connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 for weather alarms to function. System Tab The System tab consists of five sub tabs: General, Units, Time, Comm, and Update.
  • Page 69 WARNING: The Units sub tab settings affect how navigation information appears on the GPSMAP 3206/3210. If you are using a map or chart with your GPS, make sure the settings on the Units sub tab match that of the map or chart.
  • Page 70 Temperature—set the units of measure for temperature in Fahrenheit (°F) • or Celsius (°C). You must be receiving NMEA Sonar temperature data or using a Garmin Sonar Module for the Temperature to appear. • Distance, Speed, and Elevation—set the units of measure for distance, speed and elevation readouts in nautical (nm, kt, ft), nautical (nm, kt, m), statute (mi, mh, ft), or metric (km, kh, m) terms.
  • Page 71 Comm (Communications) Sub Tab The Comm sub tab controls the input/output format used when connecting your GPSMAP 3206/3210 to external NMEA devices or a personal computer. The unit supports two input/output ports. NOTE: See the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS17 Installation Instructions for more information on wiring and NMEA information.
  • Page 72 MFDs attached to the network. NMEA Interface If you are going to use the GPSMAP 3206/3210 with a NMEA device (such as a radio or autopilot), the unit needs to be set to input/output NMEA data. See the GPSMAP 3206/3210 &...

  • Page 73: Update Sub Tab

    Using Marine Updater, you can put all of the software updates on a data card. When you put the data card into the unit it will update the software for all devices on the network. Check the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for future updates and announcements.

  • Page 74: Network Tab

    Network Tab The Network tab shows all devices connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 and the Garmin Marine Network, and the status of each. You can assign a name or identifier to each device on your network. To check the status of a device: Use the ROCKER to highlight the device. The status of the network device...

  • Page 75: Map Tab

    To restore page defaults: Press the Restore Defaults soft key to restore the pages list to the default setting. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual Map Tab Use the Map tab to change map settings, including map detail, map orientation, and automatic zoom. Changes made to the Map tab sub tabs affect all maps.
  • Page 76 Course Up—fixes the map so the direction of navigation is always up and turns the course line vertical on the screen. • Defaults—restores map settings to factory defaults for all tabs. Press the Defaults soft key to restore original settings. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 77 Select Off, All Ranges, Auto, or <30 ft to <800 nm. NOTE: Some types of data only show up to certain zoom scales. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual Labels Sub Tab Use the Labels sub tab to select the screen size of the text for a given map item.

  • Page 78: Ais Sub Tab

    AIS (Automatic Identification System) alerts you to area traffic. AIS provides ship IDs, position, course, and speed for ships equipped with a transponder within range. NOTE: You must set your chartplotter communication to NMEA In/NMEA Out with a baud rate of 38,400 to receive AIS information. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 79 Card Maps—turns all optional BlueChart g2 or MapSource data loaded on the data card on or off. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual Use the Advanced soft key to show optional BlueChart or MapSource data loaded on the data card. Each map family (or type) is described by name and can be cleared if you do not want to show the data on the Map Page.

  • Page 80: Radar Tab

    Duration—sets how fast or slow the temperature log scrolls (the • shorter the time duration, the faster the temperature log scrolls). Select a duration from 1 minute to 2.5 hours. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 81: Sonar Tab

    76 for more information. Sonar” GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual Highway Tab Use the highway tab to select whether waypoints and tracks are shown on the Highway Page. Use the ROCKER and the ENTER key to select or clear options.

  • Page 82: Xm Tab

    Weather or XM Audio check box is selected on the Main Menu—System tab and you have a GDL30/30A connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210. NOTE: You must have a GDL30A connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210 and your stereo receiver and a subscription to XM Radio to use the XM Radio feature.
  • Page 83 2. Select All channels to scan all channels. Select Category to scan only channels in the selected category. Select Favorites to scan only channels in your favorites list. 3. Press the Start Scanning soft key. Each channel plays for five seconds and then advances to the next channel. 4. Press ENTER to stop scanning. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual To turn audio on or off: 1. On the Audio sub tab, highlight the Audio Output field, and press ENTER. 2. Highlight Off to turn off the audio output, or highlight On to resume audio output, and press ENTER. Information Sub Tab Use the Information sub tab to view the radio identification number for weather and audio, XM WX Weather subscription information, and a list of weather features available to you based on your subscription plan.

  • Page 84: Using Sonar

    GSD 20, GSD 21, or GSD 22 sounder module and then to the GPSMAP 3206/3210. The GPSMAP 3206/3210 displays the information on the screen for you to see and interpret. The type of transducer and the settings that you choose determine how the information is displayed on the screen.

  • Page 85: Understanding The Sonar Display

    NOTE: If the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is unable to track the bottom for any reason, the digits in the depth window flashes on and off to alert you that the unit is not tracking the bottom.

  • Page 86: Sonar Page

    If a GSD 20, GSD 21, or GSD 22 sounder module is not attached, the Sonar Page appears only when the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is in Simulator Mode or if the Sonar check box is selected on the System tab.

  • Page 87: Configuring The Sonar Page

    1. On the Configuration window, press the Split Zoom soft key to show a split screen view of a zoomed portion of the sonar. Press the Split Freq soft key to show two different frequencies. 2. Press QUIT to return to the Sonar Page. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual Using the Flasher If you prefer the appearance of flasher sonars, select the Flasher function on the “Configuring Configuration window for the Sonar Page. It provides an almost instantaneous return of what is below your boat.

  • Page 88: Using The Sonar Adjustment Menu

    Off. • Frequency—only appears when using a dual frequency transducer. This allows you to choose a sonar operation frequency. You can choose 200 khz, 50 khz, or Dual frequency (to alternate between the two frequencies). GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 89 Sonar Page. To turn the Depth Line off, press the ROCKER up until the setting bar is all the way at the top of the range and reads Off. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual • Zoom—sets a screen zoom scale. The following settings are available: •...

  • Page 90: Using The Pointer On The Sonar Page

    5. Press QUIT to resume scrolling. Sonar Tab When a GSD 20, GSD 21 or GSD 22 is connected to the GPSMAP 3206/3210, and either the Auto-Detect Services or Sonar check box is selected on the System tab, the Sonar tab appears on the Main Menu.

  • Page 91: General Sub Tab

    The Keel Offset is reflected in the depth reading. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual Transducer at surface. Enter (+) a postve number to show depth from bottom of keel.

  • Page 92: Graph Sub Tab

    Fish Symbols—sets how the Sonar Page interprets suspended targets and background information. If you select a fish symbol, the GPSMAP 3206/3210 identifies some returns for you by replacing them with fish symbols (in large, medium, and small sizes based on the size of the sonar return).

  • Page 93: Water Temp Sub Tab

    The dotted lines within the graph indicate intervals in the temperature scale and the duration of time. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual The following settings are available: log and Graph Scale—sets the temperature range (in degrees) to •...

  • Page 94: Xm Wx Weather

    GDL 30. NOTE: You must have a GDL30 Marine Weather Satellite Receiver installed and connected to your GPSMAP 3206/3210, and a subscription to XM WX Weather to use the XM WX Weather features. When a GDL30 Marine Weather Satellite Receiver is connected to the GPSMAP 3206/3210, and either the Auto-Dectect Services or Weather check box is selected on the System tab, weather options appear on the Map Page.
  • Page 95 To access weather setup options from the Map Page: 1. On the Map Page, press the Wthr Options soft key. Additional weather soft keys appear along the bottom of the page, and the name of the selected weather preset appears in the lower-left corner. 2. Press the Next Preset soft key to select a different weather preset. Press the Weather Setup soft key. Setup information for the current weather preset appears. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual XM wX w > eather ustoMIzIng Preset name To change the name of the preset: 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the name of the preset, and press ENTER.

  • Page 96: Weather Tab

    Forecast Map Sub Tab The Forecast Map sub tab shows fronts, high and low pressure centers, and city conditions. Setup Sub Tab Use the Setup sub tab to customize preset weather displays and view legends for all weather conditions. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 97: Using Radar

    GMR 21/41, or GMR 404/406 is operated and adjusted using controls on your GPSMAP 3206/3210. You can view radar data on the Radar Page or as an overlay on the Map Page. All radar controls are accessible from both pages.

  • Page 98: Understanding The Radar Display

    The tick marks can help in quickly determining the azimuth to a target. Headng lne Heading Line The Heading Line is shown from your current position along the path of your current heading. 3/ nm 1/2 nm 1/ nm GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 99: Radar Page

    Radar Page With the radar properly installed, when you turn on your GPSMAP 3206/3210, it should detect the radar as a new network connection. NOTE: A software update may be needed for the radar to function properly. If the message “Incompatible Software Version” appears when you turn on the GPSMAP 3206/3210, you must update your GPSMAP 3206/3210 software.

  • Page 100: Using The Radar Adjustment Menu

    Rain Clutter controls unwanted screen clutter caused by rain at close ranges (use the slider to select 1-100%). FTC (Fast Time Constant) FTC controls unwanted screen clutter caused by rain at a distance. The Fast Time Constant has four settings: Off, low, Medium, and high. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 101 Use Target Expansion to increase the size of a target. Select On or Off. NOTE: The Target Expansion setting has no effect at range scales of 4 nm or greater. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual Target Expansion Off Target Expansion On...
  • Page 102 Show (hide) and Adjust. Varable Range Marker Electronc Bearng Lne (VRM) To start VRM/EBL 1 or VRM/EBL 2: On the Radar Adjustment menu, highlight Show VRM/EBL 1 or VRM/EBL 2, and then press ENTER. You can adjust the diameter of the VRM and the angle of the EBL. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual (EBL)
  • Page 103 The Gamin Marine Network has been tested using the KVH heading sensor using six second dampening. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual MARPA relies on a Heading Sensor to provide accurate own vessel heading information. Accurate heading data enhances MARPA’s performance. Each target being tracked by MARPA is represented by a symbol.
  • Page 104 GMR 404/406 radar. Selecting Set Motor to high Speed to increases the speed at which the radar rotates, thus increasing the speed at which the screen updates. NOTE: This option is available only if you are using a GMR 404/406 radar. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 105: Map Page Radar Overlay

    When a GMR 20/40, GMR 21/41, or GMR 404/406 marine radar is connected to the GPSMAP 3206/3210, and either the Auto-Detect Services or Radar check box is selected on the System tab, the Radar tab appears on the Main Menu.

  • Page 106: General Sub Tab

    • Rings—toggles the radar rings on or off. • Background—sets the background color for the Radar Page. Available options are Black, Blue, or White. • heading line—toggles the heading line on or off. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 107: Marpa Sub Tab

    The MARPA sub tab contains settings for Vector Length, Target History, Own Vessel Safe Zone, Tine To Safe Zone, Safe Ring Zone, and Velocity Reference. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual The available MARPA sub tab options are: Vector lenth—predicts the target’s approximate position at a set time •...

  • Page 108: Advanced Sub Tab

    Antenna Size—allows you to select the size of your antenna (4 Foot or 6 Foot). NOTE: This field is available only if you are using a GMR 404/406 radar. Select 4 Foot for a GMR 404 radar; select 6 Foot for a GMR 406 radar. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 109: Appendix

    Physical Specifications Size: GPSMAP 3206: 6.5" H x 10.3" W x 3.3" D (16.5 x 26.2 x 8.4 cm) GPSMAP 3210: 8.8" H x 13.1" W x 3.0" D (22.4 x 33.3 x 7.6 cm) Weight: GPSMAP 3206: 3.0 lbs (1.4 kg) GPSMAP 3210: 5.0 lbs (2.3 kg)

  • Page 110: Installing And Removing Data Cards

    4. Close the cover until it locks. If you insert a data card and receive a “card format not recognized” message, remove the card and reinsert it. If the card is still not recognized, contact Garmin Product Support or your Garmin dealer for assistance. NOTE: Data cards are not waterproof, should not be exposed to moisture or excessive static charges, and should be stored in the case supplied with the card.

  • Page 111: Satellite Information

    SBAS system should be capable of providing your GPS unit with increased accuracy at any location in the world. Currently, enabling WAAS on your GPSMAP 3206/3210 in regions that are not supported by ground stations may not improve accuracy, even when receiving signals from an SBAS satellite.

  • Page 112: Waas Capability

    GPS unit displays a Call List, Log, and a Directory to store incoming information received from another user’s DSC capable VHF/GPS combination. Basic wiring is required for the Garmin unit and VHF radio to send and receive NMEA data from each other. See the GPSMAP 3206/3210 & GPS 17 Installation Instructions.

  • Page 113: How Are Mmsi Assignments Obtained

    Coast Guard when used in an emergency distress call. To obtain a Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number, users must register their VHF radio with the FCC (Form 605). Garmin does not supply this number!

  • Page 114: Loran Td System

    LORAN chain number, change the secondary stations or offsets in the Setup TD field, the active waypoint information reflects those changes. Because the GPSMAP 3206/3210 unit does not rely on the LORAN signal for navigation, it can reference a different GRI chain or secondary stations and still navigate to the location stored in memory.

  • Page 115: Caring For The Gpsmap 3206/3210

    (transferring it to MapSource), or storing it on a data card. Water Immersion The GPSMAP 3206/3210 is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the unit. After submersion, be certain to wipe and air dry the unit before reuse.

  • Page 116: Navigation Terms

    Course—the course between the active from and to waypoints. Depth—the depth below the transducer. This field is active only if the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is connected to a Garmin Sounder Module or if NMEA depth is available. Distance (Dist)—the distance from the current location to a destination.
  • Page 117 Voltage—the current voltage reading being received by unit. Water Speed—the speed through the water. This field is active only if the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is receiving speed readings from a NMEA device or a Garmin Sounder Module. Water Temp—the water temperature. This field is active only if the GPSMAP 3206/3210 is receiving temp readings from a NMEA device or a Garmin Sounder Module.

  • Page 118: Messages And Alarms

    Messages and Alarms The GPSMAP 3206/3210 uses an on-screen message system to alert you to unit operating characteristics. Press QUIT to acknowledge the message. Accuracy Alarm—the GPS accuracy has fallen outside of the user-set value. Alarm Clock—the alarm clock has sounded.
  • Page 119 Sonar Failed, Unit Needs Repair—there is an internal problem with the unit. Contact your dealer or Garmin Product Support to have the unit serviced. Sonar Service Incompatible—the external sonar device you are connected to needs a software update.

  • Page 120: Optional Accessories

    MapSource CD-ROMs to a data card, either directly through your GPSMAP 3206/3210 using the PC Interface Cable, or with the Data Card Programmer. USB Data Card Programmer—programs blank data cards at high speed through a PC.

  • Page 121: Limited Warranty

    This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will at its sole option repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost.

  • Page 122: Fcc Compliance

    Hereby, Garmin, declares that this GPSMAP 3206/3210 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. To view the full Declaration of Conformity, see the Garmin Web site for your Garmin product: www.garmin.com/products/gpsmap3206/. Click Manuals, and then select the Declaration of Conformity link.

  • Page 123: Weather Data Warranty

    This information is provided “as is” and XM and Garmin disclaim any and all warranties, express and implied, with respect thereto or the transmission or reception thereof. XM and Garmin further do not warrant the accuracy, reliability, completeness or timeliness of the traffic and weather information disclosed on the Radio Service.

  • Page 124: European License Requirements

    I —requires an individual license for operation. G—can be operated under a general license or license exemption. * This product may require licensing in your country of use. Refer to the national radio or telecommunications office or ministry. GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 125: Index

    Follow Track frequency function adjustments function windows gain 80, gain setting Garmin Marine Network 4, 32, 35, 39, 43, 45, 65, 66, 95, GDL 30 60, 86, general GMR 20/40 i, GMR 21/41 i, GMR 404/406 i, 32, Go To...
  • Page 126 97–100 simulator track simulator track control skyview orientation soft keys 10, soft structure software license agreement software update software version Sonar 76–85 GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 127 Tide tab Warning Page Timed Transmit warnings Timed Transmit STBY Time water immersion Timed Transmit XMIT Time GPSMAP 3206/3210 Owner’s Manual water speed 83, water temperature alarm waypoint list waypoints 14–26, weakest returns weather data warranty Weather tab whiteline 78, Wide Area Augmentation System.
  • Page 130 For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. © 2007 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151 Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA Garmin (Europe) Ltd.

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