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Magellan Meridian Gold User Manual
Meridian series
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Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Bookmarks
Table of Contents
License Agreement
Thales Navigation Magellan Products Limited Warranty
Table of Contents
Introduction
About this User Manual
Setting up the Meridian
Installing the Batteries
Initialization for First Time Use
Optional Setup Functions
Basic Operation
Meridian GPS Receiver
Turning Power On/Off
Turning the Backlight On/Off
Adjusting the Contrast
Getting a Position Fix
Navigational Screens
Map Screen
Compass Screen
Large Data Screen
Position Screens
Road Screen
Data Screen
Speedometer Screen
Satellite Status Screen
Accessing the Navigation Screens
Saving a Waypoint
Using GOTO Routes
Creating a GOTO Route
Navigating on a GOTO Route
Reference
Power/Backlight/Contrast
Turn the Meridian on
Turn the Meridian off
Alternate Turn On/Off
Using the Display Backlight
Adjusting the Display Contrast
Selecting NAV Screens
Returning to Last Viewed NAV Screen
Map Screen
Setting the Map Detail
Customizing the Map Display
Selecting Map Items
Turning On/Off Display Waypoints
Turning On/Off Track Lines
Turning On/Off Topographic Lines
Turning On/Off Displayed Poi's
Globally Turning Map Items On/Off
Setting up Map Data Fields
Turning Map Info On/Off
Selecting the Map Information
Two Data Fields Description
Changing the Data Fields
Street Information Description
Horizontal Profile Description
Terrain Projection Description
Changing the Map Orientation
Selecting Primary Usage
Selecting Track Mode
Auto Vs. Auto Detailed
Compass Screen
Customizing the Data Fields
Large Data Screen
Customizing the Data Fields
GPS Status Messages
Selecting the Position Screen
Position Screen
Resetting the Trip Odometer
Customizing the Data Fields
Selecting Coordinate System, Map Datum and Elevation Mode
Road Screen
Customizing the Data Fields
Data Screen
Customizing the Data Fields
Speed Screen
Customizing the Data Fields
Satellite Status Screen
Waypoints / Database
Accessing Waypoints in the Database
Selecting User Waypoints (Alphabetic)
Selecting Preloaded Waypoints (Alphabetic)
Selecting Uploaded Waypoints (Alphabetic)
Selecting User Waypoints (Nearest to Position)
Selecting Preloaded Waypoints (Nearest to Position)
Selecting Uploaded Waypoints (Nearest to Position)
Selecting Waypoints (Nearest to Other Categories)
Saving Present Position as a Waypoint
Creating New Waypoint Manually
Creating New Waypoint with Map Cursor
Deleting a User Waypoint
Editing a User Waypoint
Viewing a Map Object on the Map
Viewing a User Waypoint on the Map
Saving a Map Object as a User Waypoint
Searching for a Street Address
Routes
Creating a GOTO Route
Creating a Backtrack Route
Creating a Multileg Route
Activating/Deactivating a Route
Viewing a Route
Editing a Route
Inserting a Leg
Deleting a Leg
Replacing a Leg
Appending a Leg
Appending a Newly Created Waypoint to a Route
Reversing a Route
Deleting a Route
Viewing a Route on the Map Screen
Creating a Route Using Track History
Using Vertical Profile
Selecting Vertical Profile
Cursor Position
Track History Description
Highlighted Road Vertical Profile Description
Route Vertical Profile Description
Path Check Description
Setup
Initializing the Meridian
Turning the NAV Screens On/Off
Selecting the Coordinate System
Selecting a Map Datum
Selecting the Elevation Mode
Selecting the Time Format
Selecting NAV Units
Selecting the North Reference
Selecting Daylight Savings
Power off Timer
Setting the Backlight Timer
Turning the Beeper On/Off
Selecting NMEA Message
Selecting the Baud Rate
Changing the Power Key Settings
Selecting Languages
Clearing Track History
Clearing Wpts/Routes
Clearing All Routes
Resetting Meridian to Factory Defaults
Clearing All Memory in the Meridian
Accessing the Sun/Moon Screen
Changing the Sun/Moon Date
Changing the Sun/Moon Position
Accessing the Fish/Hunt Screen
Changing the Fish/Hunt Date
Changing the Fish/Hunt Position
Alarms
Setting the Arrival Alarm
Setting the Anchor Alarm
Setting the XTE Alarm
Setting the GPS Fix Alarm
Turning on the Simulator - Auto Mode
Turning on the Simulator - User Mode
Turning the Simulator off
Save Waypoints and Routes to Memory Card
Save Track
Loading Waypoints and Routes from Memory Card
Loading Track from Memory Card
Deleting Files from Memory Card
Testing the Memory Card
Changing the Detailed Map
About Screen
Help Screen
Frequently Asked Questions
General
Waypoints/Database
Navigation Screens
Routes
Alarms
Output Data
Appendix
Troubleshooting
Waypoint Icons
Contacting Magellan
Updating Your Meridian
Specifications
Accessories
Mapsend® Streets
Using Mapsend
Installing Memory Card
Connecting to External Devices
Waas
Glossary
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Summarization of Contents
Introduction
About This User Manual
Provides an overview of the user manual's content and structure.
Setting Up the Meridian
Installing the Batteries
Instructions for inserting and replacing AA batteries in the GPS receiver.
Initialization for First Time Use
Step-by-step guide for initial setup and first position fix computation.
Optional Setup Functions
Adjusting display contrast and setting navigation units for optimal use.
Basic Operation
Controls Overview
Explanation of the GPS receiver's buttons and their functions for navigation.
Power and Display Management
Procedures for turning the device on/off and managing display backlight.
Display Adjustments
Guidance on adjusting screen contrast for better visibility.
Navigational Screens Overview
Overview of the different navigation screens available on the device.
Map Screen Functions
Details on map display modes, cursor control, and data fields.
Other Navigation Screens
Descriptions of Position, Road, Data, Speedometer, and Satellite Status screens.
Accessing Navigation Screens
How to cycle through various navigation screens using NAV and ESC buttons.
Saving and Managing Waypoints
Procedures for saving current position or custom waypoints into memory.
Using GOTO Routes
Creating and navigating simple routes from current position to a selected waypoint.
Reference
Device Power, Display, and Basic Settings
Covers power management, display contrast/backlight, and fundamental setup options like initialization and units.
Navigation Screens and Map Customization
Details on selecting, viewing, and customizing navigation screens, map items, and data fields.
Waypoint, Route, and Profile Management
Comprehensive guide to managing waypoints, creating routes, and utilizing vertical profiles.
System Configuration and Special Features
Includes advanced setup options, alarms, simulators, card utilities, and special displays like Sun/Moon.
Frequently Asked Questions
General and Database Inquiries
Answers common questions about coordinate systems, 2D/3D fixes, and preloaded waypoints.
Navigation and Alarm Questions
Addresses issues with compass direction, backtrack routes, active routes, and audible alarms.
Output Data and Computer Communication
Explains NMEA standards, troubleshooting computer communication, and Macintosh compatibility.
Appendix
Troubleshooting and Support
Solutions for common operational problems and contact information for Magellan support.
Device Information and Updates
Information on software versions, specifications, and updating the GPS receiver.
Accessories and Software
Details on available accessories, MapSend software, and memory card usage.
Connectivity and Advanced Features
Connecting external devices, power sources, and understanding WAAS technology.
Glossary of Terms
Definitions of technical terms and abbreviations used in the manual.
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