Magnetic Variation - Lowrance HDS-5x Operation Manual

Datum
A model of the earth's surface based on a network of surveyed ground features
(points). This unit's default datum is WGRS-84.
1. Select
Datum
2.
Coord System
Controls the coordinate system used when position coordinates are entered and
displayed.
1. Select
Coord System
2. Highlight the desired option and press
ENTER.

Magnetic Variation

Converts magnetic north data to true north, increasing the accuracy of navigation
information. The Magnetic Variance Auto setting, automatically converts magnetic
north to true north. When using manual mode, you will have to input the magnetic
variance.
1. Highlight
2. Select Auto or
ENTER.
Magnetic Variation
and press ENTER.
Manual
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Settings
ENTER.
ENTER.
ENTER.