Garmin MSC 10 Installation Instructions Manual page 8

Marine satellite compass
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Performing Menu-Based Calibration
1 Select Settings > Communications > NMEA 2000 Setup > Device List.
2 Select the MSC 10 from the device list.
3 Select Review > Compass Cal. > Begin.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions until the compass calibration is complete.
5 Select Auto Heading Alignment > Begin.
6 Follow the on-screen instructions until the heading alignment is complete.
Disabling the Magnetic Heading Data
If you cannot mount the device in an ideal location for magnetic heading and GPS performance, you can disable
the magnetic heading data.
Perform a factory reset
After a factory reset, the device no longer outputs magnetic heading data, but it continues to output GPS
Course over Ground and GNSS-based heading.
Adjusting the Fine Heading Alignment
You can adjust the Fine Heading Alignment in conjunction with Auto Heading Alignment to fine-tune the
heading output (optional).
NOTE: Fine heading alignment must be completed under open skies to ensure proper calibration.
1 Select Settings > Communications > NMEA 2000 Setup > Device List.
2 Select the MSC 10 device.
3 Select Review > Compass Cal. > Fine Heading Alignment.
4 Using a landmark or a known good compass, determine the heading of your boat.
5 Adjust the heading until it matches your measurement.
6 Select Done.
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(Compass Settings, page
10).

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