Turning The Chartplotter On; Turning The Chartplotter Off; Initializing Chartplotter Settings - Garmin GPSMAP 5215 Owner's Manual

Getting Started

Turning the Chartplotter On

Note: The first time you power on your chartplotter, you must go through a setup sequence. See
"Initializing Chartplotter
1. Press and release the
Warning Screen
2. Touch I Agree to open the Home screen.

Turning the Chartplotter Off

To turn the chartplotter off, press and hold the

Initializing Chartplotter Settings

The first time you turn your chartplotter on, you must configure a series of initial settings. These
settings must also be configured when restoring factory settings
configured later from the Configure screen
The initial settings are as follows:
• Language—touch the language that you want shown on your screen.
• Welcome—touch oK.
• Position Format—specify the coordinate system to use for location readings.
• time Format—select 12-hour, 24-hour, or UtC (Universal Time Code) to specify the format
in which time is displayed.
• time Zone—select your time zone.
• Units—select Statute, Metric, or Nautical to specify units for on-screen measurements.
• Minimum Safe Depth—specify the minimum safe depth for your boat. Refer to your boat
specifications for more information.
• Minimum overhead Clearance—specify the minimum overhead clearance for your boat. Refer
to your boat specifications for more information.
2
Settings".
Power key. After a few moments, the Warning screen appears.
Power
(page 36).
Home Screen
key.
(page 4). All of these settings can be
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