OWNERS MANUAL AND REFERENCE GPSMAP 185 Sounder TM
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INTRODUCTION Cautions CAUTION! The GARMIN GPSMAP 185 Sounder has no user-serviceable parts. Should you ever encounter a problem with your unit, please take it to an authorized GARMIN dealer for repairs. The GPSMAP 185 Sounder is screwed shut. Any attempt to open the case to change or modify the unit in any way will void your warranty and may result in permanent damage to the equipment.
Designed for detailed electronic charting and complete depth sounding capability, the GARMIN GPSMAP 185 Sounder is a powerful navigation device that can also give you the fishfinding information you need in fresh or saltwater: Precision Performance High-contrast, four-level gray, LCD screen PhaseTrac12 receiver tracks and uses up to 12 satellites simultaneously for fast, accurate positioning Differential-Ready just add the optional GBR 21 beacon receiver for better than 5-meter accuracy Gasketed ca
INTRODUCTION Warranty WARRANTY GARMIN warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. GARMIN will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components which fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor. The customer is, however, responsible for any transportation costs. This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs.
Preface INTRODUCTION Preface Congratulations on choosing one of the most advanced depth sounding and marine navigation systems available! The GARMIN GPSMAP 185 Sounder combines the proven performance of GARMIN GPS, powerful Micro G-chart electronic charting, and full featured depth sounding into one unit to create an unsurpassed marine navigation and fishfinding package.
INTRODUCTION Packing List Before installing and getting started with your unit, please check to see that your package includes the following items. If any parts are missing, please see your GARMIN dealer immediately. Standard Package*: GPSMAP 185 Sounder Unit External Antenna and 30 cable Power/Data Cable Mounting Bracket Owners Manual Quick Reference Card *For assembly part number 010-00150-01, a standard transom-mount transducer is included.
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GETTING STARTED Keypad Usage The GPSMAP 185 Sounders advanced keypad system is designed to allow for fast, convenient selection of navigation options and data entry. The Getting Started Tour will introduce you to the keypad and provide a hands-on lesson in using the GPSMAP 185 Sounder. We strongly encourage you to take the Getting Started tour before using your unit for actual navigation and fishing.
Intializing the Receiver GETTING STARTED The first time you power up your new GPSMAP 185 Sounder is an important step in getting the best possible GPS performance. The receiver must be given an opportunity to collect satellite data and establish its present position. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 185 Sounder is shipped from the factory in AutoLocateTM mode, which will allow the receiver to find itself anywhere in the world.
GETTING STARTED Initialization The select initialization window will appear, with the select from map option highlighted. 1. Press T to initialize the receiver from the built-in worldwide map. The map page will appear, prompting you to select your approximate present position with the map cursor. 1. Use the R keypad to move the map cursor to a location close to your present position. If you have difficulty identifying your exact position, press the C key to zoom in to a lower map scale. 2.
GPSMAP 185 Sounder Getting Started Tour The GARMIN GPSMAP 185 Sounder is a powerful electronic navigation and depth sounding system that provides detailed chart coverage and convenient control of many advanced features right from the screen display. This tour is designed to take you through the basic pages and functions of the system using the simulator mode.
Status Field GETTING STARTED Status Page/Simulator Mode Horizontal Accuracy Satellite Sky View Dilution of Precision Signal Strength Indicators Status Bar Digital Depth The GPSMAP 185 Sounders status page provides a visual reference of satellite acquisition and receiver status, with a signal strength bar graph and a satellite sky view in the center of the page.
GETTING STARTED Page Sequence/Position Page The satellite status page is one of five main pages used in the GPSMAP 185 Sounders system. All five pages are linked together in a simple chain, which allows you to scroll through the pages in either direction using the J and Q keys. To continue the tour, lets move on to the next page, the position page. To scroll to the next page in sequence: 1. Press the J key.
To mark your present position: GETTING STARTED Using Marking the A GOTO Position Key 1. Press the M key. The mark position page will appear, with a default three-digit waypoint name, symbol, position, and depth (at this position). 2. Use the R keypad to highlight the waypoint name field (001) and press T. 3. Press the LEFT ARROW of the R keypad to clear the name field. 4.
1. Press the J key. Data Field GETTING STARTED Range Mode Sounder Page Fish Arch Thermocline Whiteline Status Bar The sounder page lets you use the GPSMAP 185 as a fishfinder. The top of the screen contains any of thirteen selectable data field options, while the middle of the page contains a right-to-left moving sonar image of the water beneath your boat. (Note: Items appear on the screen as they pass under your transducer.
GETTING STARTED Sounder Page The GPSMAP 185 Sounder uses three range modes: auto, manual, and window. Auto mode displays the most information possible while continuously showing the bottom. Manual mode lets you select the displayed depth. Window mode allows you to define a starting depth and length of the range window. You may switch between auto and manual modes by using the R keypad. Window range mode, however, must be activated from the sounder options menu (see page 31).
Another useful feature of the GPSMAP 185 Sounder is the sounder zoom, which allows you to instantly zoom in to look at a specific portion of the sounder display by using the either the C or D key. The sounder zoom function is divided into four display levels: 2X Split ScreenShows two reduced-size sonar pictures at the same time. The top half of the display screen shows the complete sonar picture at its original scale. The bottom half shows a portion of the original picture at 1/2 depth scale.
Lets continue the Getting Started Tour with the map page. GETTING STARTED Map Page 1. Press the J key. The GPSMAP 185 Sounders map page combines digital chartplotting with a userselectable display of navigation data and a built-in worldwide database to 64 nm. It will also be the page you use most to create and edit waypoints and routes. Before we take off on our practice route, lets take a brief look at its various features and displays. Data Fields Boat Icon A B A.
Using the Map Cursor GETTING STARTED Working from the map page is a simple process that centers around the use of the cursor. Controlled by the R keypad, the cursor is an important tool that can be used to pan to other map locations, mark and edit waypoints and routes, and review position data of on-screen navaids and waypoints. Map Cursor To get a feel for using the map page and using the cursor, try the following exercise: 1. Use the C key to set the map scale to the 64 nm setting.
Going to a Destination GETTING STARTED Using the GOTO Function GPS is all about marking positions as waypoints and navigating to them using the receivers steering guidance and map displays. Weve already seen how to use the M key to store our present position, so its time to move on to the fun partgoing to a destination. The G key, located on the left side of the keypad above the Q key, is the primary tool used to select a destination waypoint or a route to navigate.
A data field at the top of the page will now display the bearing and distance to the second route waypoint. To get started, lets enter a speed for our vessel, which we can do from the Setup Simulator? listing on the options page. The setup simulator page is also available from any other page in the main page sequence. GETTING STARTED Simulator Setup/Map Scales To enter a boat speed: 1. Press the O key to display the map options page. 2.
GETTING STARTED Reviewing and Creating Waypoints on the Map Once the cursor is over the TOUR3 waypoint, youll notice that the waypoint symbol and name will become highlighted. The data field at the top of the page will display the waypoint name, the range and bearing from your present position, and the coordinates for the waypoint. To review the waypoint page for a selected waypoint: 1. Press the T key. 2. To return to the map page, press T again. A B A.
Now that were navigating to an actual destination, lets move on to the next page of the GPSMAP 185 Sounder system, the navigation page: 1. Press the J key. Compass Tape GETTING STARTED Navigation Page Data Fields Graphic Highway Pointer to Waypoint CDI Scale The navigation page provides graphic steering guidance to your destination.
To adjust the simulated boat speed: GETTING STARTED Using the Navigation Page 1. Press the UP arrow of the R keypad to increase the speed in 5 knot/kph/mph increments. Press the DOWN arrow to decrease the speed in the same increments. To steer the boat: 1. Press the LEFT and RIGHT arrows of the R keypad. Notice that as you get off course, the highway and waypoint pointer move to give you graphic guidance to get back on course.
The active route page shows each waypoint of the active route in sequence, with the waypoint name, distance and estimated time enroute to each waypoint displayed. As you navigate the route, the active route list will be automatically updated, indicating the next destination waypoint. GETTING STARTED Active Route Page The active route page also provides quick access to many route activation, editing and copying functions youll use most often, like inverting and deactivating the active route.
GETTING STARTED Main Menu/Track Log The main menu pages 11 submenus are divided into categories by function. You can select a particular submenu by simply highlighting the desired option and pressing T. To get a feel for how the main menu page works, lets clear out the track log weve created during our simulated tour. This will ensure that you have a clean slate once you start navigating in your home waters. To select the track submenu: 1. Highlight the Track menu option and press T.
GETTING STARTED Power Off SECTION 1 To turn the GPSMAP 185 Sounder off: 1. Press and hold the P key for about 3 seconds, until the screen is blank. The next section of the manual describes the pages and functions of the GPSMAP 185 Sounder in detail. If you are unable to locate a specific option or function, please refer to the index on pages 96-98. Thank you for choosing the GARMIN GPSMAP 185 Sounder navigation and depth sounding unit.
SECTION 1 Status Page STATUS PAGE Status Field Satellite Sky View Receiver Status Horizontal Accuracy Dilution of Precision Signal Strength Indicators Status Bar A B A. Whenever the GPSMAP 185 Sounder is searching for satellites, no signal strength bars will appear. B. Once the receiver has found the satellite(s) indicated, a hollow signal strength bar will appear. After satellite data has been collected, the signal strength bars will become solid.
Receiver Status, EPE & DOP STATUS PAGE Receiver status is indicated at the top of the page, with the current estimated position error (EPE) and dilution of precision (DOP) to the left of the sky view. DOP is an indication of satellite geometry quality measured on a scale of one to ten (lowest numbers the best, highest numbers the poorest). EPE uses DOP and other factors to calculate a horizontal position error in feet or meters.
SECTION 1 Status Page Options STATUS PAGE Options The GPSMAP 185 Sounders status page features a context-sensitive options page that provides access to functions and features relating to the status page. To display the status page options: A B A. Whenever the GPSMAP 185 Sounder is in simulator mode, the Setup Simulator? option will appear on the option menu for each of the main pages. B.
Position Page POSITION PAGE Compass Tape Data Fields Overview SECTION 2 Position Coordinates Time of Day Status Bar The GPSMAP 185 Sounder position page shows you where you are, what direction you are heading and how fast you are going. The top of the page features a compass tape to indicate the direction youre heading (while youre moving), and four user selectable data fields: course over ground (COG), speed over ground (SOG), distance traveled (TRP) and altitude (ALT).
SECTION 2 Position Page Options POSITION PAGE Options The GPSMAP 185 Sounders position page features a context-sensitive options page that provides access to functions and features relating to the position page. To display the position page options: 1. Press O. To select a menu option: 1. Highlight the desired option and press T. The following options are available: Reset Trip Distance? resets the trip odometer (TRP) field to zero.
Sounder Page Data Field SOUNDER PAGE Overview and Range Modes Range Mode SECTION 3 Black Line Fish Icon Whiteline Status Bar The sounder page is where your GPSMAP 185 Sounder becomes a powerful fishfinder. The top of the screen contains any of thirteen selectable data field options, while the middle of the page contains a right-to-left moving sonar image of the water beneath your boat. (Note: Items appear as they pass under your transducer.
SECTION 3 SOUNDER PAGE Range Modes Range Modes The GPSMAP 185 Sounder uses three depth range modes: auto, manual, and window. Auto is the default and continually adjusts the screen display to show the maximum amount of data possible, while always showing the bottom; manual allows you to adjust the sonar displays depth with the the R keypad; window lets you establish a starting depth (top) and length (span) for the sonar display.
Sounder Zoom Function SOUNDER PAGE The sounder zoom function allows you to see the current display picture at 2 times (2X) and 4 times (4X) magnification. 2X means that the screen displayed will now cover 1/2 the depth you were originally viewing in twice the detail and 4X shows 1/4 the original depth at four times the detail. Because less area is being shown [in a zoom screen] objects can be seen in greater detail. The sounder zoom function is accessed by using the C key when viewing the sounder page.
SECTION 3 SOUNDER PAGE Zoom Window Moving the Zoom Window Once a zoom window has been activated, the zoom window can instantly be moved to show a different area. A zoom window indicator bar will be displayed on the right side of the original-scale picture (top). The bars length and position will correspond to the zoomed picture displayed on the lower half of the screen. To move the zoom window: 1. Pre ss the R keypad once in any direction to activate the movement function.
5. Enter any desired information for the waypoint such as name, comment, etc., and press T. SOUNDER PAGE Underwater Waypoints and Map/Sounder Split Screen 6. To resume display movement, press Q or T. Note: In the event that you only want to find the depth of an object and not mark it as a waypoint, simply press Q once the depth has been displayed to return to normal operation.
SECTION 3 SOUNDER PAGE Sounder Options Sounder Page Options The sounder options page lets you customize the sounder to your needs. To display the sounder page options: 1. Press O. The following options are available: Sensitivity Adjust? determines how sensitive the sounder is to sonar echoes. High sensitivity may show clutter which can conceal fish, while low sensitivity may not show all fish. Chart Speed Adjust? allows you to select the speed at which the sonar display scrolls across the screen.
Setup Page Display? allows you to select the fields displayed in the data section of the sounder page. The following options are available: 1 Field 1 Field & Compass 1 Field & CDI 3 Fields SOUNDER PAGE 3 Fields & Compass 3 Fields & CDI 5 Fields Sounder Options SECTION 3 To change the page display: 1. Highlight the Setup Page Display? option and press T. 2. Highlight the desired field and press T. 3. Select a page display option and press T.
SECTION 3 Sounder Setup SOUNDER PAGE Sounder Setup The next sounder page menu option is Sounder Setup?. This option allows you to setup the sounder for your specific needs. Five operational settings/functions may be accessed: fish ID, water type, noise rejection, keel offset, and speed calibration. To access sounder setup: 1. Highlight the Sounder Setup? option and press T. The sounder setup page will appear.
Water Type - Maximizes the sounders operation in cold, cool, or warm water and salt or freshwater. Has one field for water temperature and one for water composition. Set the water temperature option to Cold if the water is below 40ºF, Cool if it is between 40º- 80ºF, and Warm if it is above 80ºF. Set the water composition field to salt or freshwater depending on where you are fishing. SOUNDER PAGE Sounder Setup To select water temperature or composition: SECTION 3 1.
SECTION 3 SOUNDER PAGE Sounder Setup and Calibration Speed Calibration - If you are using a transducer equipped to display speed through water (STW), calibration is required to ensure that the STW displayed by your GPSMAP 185 Sounder will be accurate. The unit may be calibrated automatically or manually, but auto calibration is recommended and is the default setting. To calibrate the unit: 1. Press the O key to display the sounder options page. 2.
To use Manual Calibration: SOUNDER PAGE Sounder Setup and Calibration SECTION 3 1. Ensure manual calibration mode is selected in the speed calibration field, if not, press O, highlight Manual Calibrate?, and press O. 2. Press T. The slider bar will turn black and the calibration range bar will turn to white. 3. Use the R keypad to move the selector bar until the speed displayed in the STW field matches the speed of your boat.
SECTION 4 MAP PAGE Map Page Data Window Overview Boat Icon Status Bar A B A. Use the cursor to pan ahead to other map areas. The map display will automatically scroll forward when you reach the edge of the map. B. To select or highlight an on-screen navaid or waypoint, simply move the cursor over the waypoint symbol. The cursor will snap to the waypoint, and display its name and position in the data field.
Map Modes MAP PAGE The map display uses the cursor keypad and a set of hard keys to control most map display functions. The C and D keys, combined with the R keypad, let you select zoom ranges and move the cursor. Two basic map operating modes, position mode and cursor mode, determine what cartography is shown on the map display. Position mode pans the cartography to keep the present position marker within the display area, while cursor mode pans the cartography to keep the cursor within the display area.
Using the Cursor SECTION 4 MAP PAGE Using the Cursor The cursor allows you to pan away from your present position and scroll to other map areas around the world (even outside of your current Micro G-chart coverage). As you pan past the edge of the current map display, the screen will actively scroll forward to provide continuous map coverage. To move the cursor: 1. Press the R keypad to move the cursor in an up, down, left or right direction.
Selecting Map Scales MAP PAGE The map display has 16 available range scales from 1/8th to 4096 n.m. (1/4 to 7500km). The map scale is controlled by the C and D keys, with the current scale displayed at the bottom of the data window. Selecting Map Scales To select a map scale: SECTION 4 1. Press the D key to zoom out and the C key to zoom in. The GPSMAP 185 Sounders system has a built-in worldwide database to 64 n.m.
Map Page Options SECTION 4 MAP PAGE Map Page Options The GPSMAP 185 Sounder map page is designed to be a flexible tool that can be custom-tailored to your exact navigation needs. The map options page provides access to many of the features and functions that will help you configure the map page to your own preferences. To display the map page options: 1. Press O. To select a menu option: 1. Highlight the desired option and press T.
Configure the Map? allows you to determine what chart features are displayed on a particular map scale to prevent excessive clutter. The map configuration page features an on/off grid with a list of chart features down the left side. The zoom scales are displayed across the top of the grid with the chart scale currently in use also indicated. The far-left scale setting represents all map scales 64 nm and above.
SECTION 4 MAP PAGE Map Configuration & Map Colors The map configuration options page also features a map calibration function that allows you to calibrate the map display with your exact physical surroundings or correct data from older charts. Before using the map calibration function, check to make sure that your map datum selected on the GPS matches the datum on the chart you are using (see page 76).
Setup Page Display? allows you to specify the fields displayed in the data window section of the map page by selecting one of the following display options: MAP PAGE Page Display & Data Fields Note: The last two display options make it possible to display both the map page and sounder page simultaneously as a split screen. The top half of the page will show a reduced-size map page while the sounder page be displayed in the lower half of the screen.
SECTION 4 MAP PAGE Options Change Data Fields? allows you to specify the data displayed in each data field used on the map display.
GPSMAP 185 Sounder Navigation Page Compass Tape NAVIGATION PAGE Data Fields Graphic Highway Pointer to Waypoint Overview SECTION 5 CDI Scale Whenever a GOTO, MOB, TracBack or route has been activated, the GPSMAP 185 Sounder will provide digital and graphic steering guidance to the destination with the navigation page.
SECTION 5 A NAVIGATION PAGE Highway Scale & Nav Page Options B A. To change the highway scale perspective, press the ZOOM keys. B. The navigation options page lets you set up the navigation page to your own preferences. As you head toward your destination, the highway perspective will move to indicate your progress to the waypoint and which direction you should steer to stay on course.
The following options are available for the navigation page: Change Data Fields? allows you to define the data displayed in any of the six user-selectable data fields. Thirteen data options are available: BRG SOG ETE XTK CTS DIS COG ETA VMG NAVIGATION PAGE Options DPT STW TMP TRN SECTION 5 To change a data field: 1. Highlight the Change Data Fields? option and press T. 2. Highlight the field you want to change and press T. 3.
SECTION 6 A MAIN MENU PAGE Overview B Main Menu Page The GPSMAP 185 Sounders main menu page provides access to various waypoint, system, navigation and interface management and setup menus. The main menu page is available from any page in the GPSMAP 185 Sounders system, and is accessed through the O key. To access the main menu page: 1. Press O twice. A. The waypoint category options on the main menu page are described in the Waypoints section on pages 55-59. B.
Creating and Using Waypoints WAYPOINTS The GARMIN GPSMAP 185 Sounder stores up to 250 alphanumeric waypoints with a user-defined icon and comment available for each waypoint. Waypoints can be created using three basic methods: Creating Waypoints & MARK Key M key used primarily for marking your present position, the M key also provides options that allow you to select a map or navaid position from the map display.
SECTION 7 A WAYPOINTS Using the MARK Key The mark key may also be used on the map page to mark the cursor position or an on-screen navaid. To mark a navaid, select the desired navaid with the cursor. The GPSMAP 185 Sounder will use the navaid text shown on the cartography as the default comment. B A. To create a waypoint at an on-screen navaid, move the cursor over the desired navaid. B. Press the MARK key and select the Use Navaid Posn? option. Press EDIT/ENTER to finish.
Creating Waypoints Graphically WAYPOINTS Waypoints may also be quickly created from the map display, which allows you to point and shoot at any map position to create a new waypoint. Creating Waypoints Geographically & By Text To create a new waypoint graphically: 1. Use the R keypad to move the cursor to the desired map position. If you want to create the new waypoint at an on-screen navaid, highlight the navaid on the map display. SECTION 7 2. Press T. 3.
SECTION 7 WAYPOINTS Creating a Waypoint by Reference Reference Waypoints A new waypoint may also be created without knowing position coordinates by entering its range and bearing from an existing waypoint or your present position. The GPSMAP 185 Sounder will then calculate the position coordinates for you, using the reference selected. To create a new waypoint using a reference waypoint: A B A. Enter the bearing from the reference waypoint to the new waypoint in the BRG field. B.
Reviewing & Editing Waypoints WAYPOINTS Once you have created and stored a waypoint, it may be modified, reviewed, renamed or deleted at any time through the waypoint definition page. The waypoint definition page is available for any stored waypoint by highlighting the desired waypoint from the map display or selecting it from waypoint or nearest waypoint lists and pressing the T key once.
SECTION 7 WAYPOINTS Waypoint Definition Page Options Waypoint Definition Page Options The waypoint definition page also features an options page that allows you to edit the selected waypoint on the map display, rename the selected waypoint or delete the waypoint from memory. To display the waypoint definition page options: 1. Press the O key. To review/edit the selected waypoint from the map display: 1. Highlight the Edit Wpt On Map? option and press T. 2.
Waypoint Submenus WAYPOINTS The GPSMAP 185 Sounders main menu page features four waypoint submenus that let you manage a large number of waypoints quickly and efficiently. The submenus also provide a continuously updated nearest waypoints list and a proximity waypoint alarm function that can be used to define an alarm circle around submerged hazards, shallow waters, etc. Waypoint Submenus & Nearest Waypoints SECTION 7 To access the main menu page/waypoint submenus: 1. Press O twice.
SECTION 7 Proximity Waypoints WAYPOINTS Proximity Waypoints The proximity waypoints list lets you define an alarm circle around a stored waypoint position, and can be used to help you avoid reefs, rocks or restricted waters. Up to nine waypoints may be listed, with a maximum alarm radius of 99.99 nautical or statute miles or kilometers. If a proximity alarm circle overlaps with an existing alarm circle, a Proximity Overlap message will appear each time the unit is turned on.
Create Waypoint WAYPOINTS The third waypoint submenu available from the main menu page is the Create Waypoint submenu, which allows you to create a new waypoint by manually entering coordinates. Instructions for using the create waypoint submenu are provided on page 51. Creating Waypoints/ Waypoint List SECTION 7 Waypoint List The last waypoint category available from the main menu is the waypoints list, which displays a master list of all waypoints currently stored in memory.
SECTION 8 GOTO/MOB Selecting a GOTO Destination Going to a Destination The GPSMAP 185 Sounder provides four ways to navigate to a destination: GOTO, MOB, TracBack and route navigation. The easiest method for selecting a destination is the GOTO function, which lets you select a destination waypoint and quickly sets a direct course from your present position. The G key can be used in three ways: from a list of waypoints, graphically from the map display and from a list of GOTO options.
GOTO Key Options GOTO/MOB The GOTO options page provides a list of additional GOTO options that let you start a TracBack route, select a destination waypoint from the nearest waypoints list, select a route to navigate, or cancel the current GOTO destination. GOTO Options To display the GOTO options: SECTION 8 1. Press O. To select a menu option: 1. Highlight the desired option and press T.
SECTION 8 GOTO/MOB MOB & TracBack Navigation MOB The GPSMAP 185 Sounders man overboard function (MOB) lets you simultaneously mark and set a course to a position for quick response to emergency situations. To activate the MOB function: 1. Press the B key. 2. Press the T key to confirm and begin navigating to the MOB position.
Tracback Navigation (continued) GOTO/MOB 4. Highlight the Yes field and press T. To activate a TracBack route: TracBack Navigation 1. Press the G key, followed by the O key. 2. Highlight the Start TracBack? option and press T. SECTION 8 Once a TracBack has been activated, the GPSMAP 185 Sounder will take the track log currently stored in memory and divide it into segments called legs. Up to 30 temporary waypoints (e.g.
SECTION 9 ROUTES Creating a Route Graphically Routes The last way to navigate to a destination is to create a user-defined route. The GARMIN GPSMAP 185 Sounder system lets you create and store up to 20 reversible routes (numbered 1-20), with up to 30 waypoints each. Routes can be created and modified right from the map page, allowing you to see each route graphically on-screen as you create, review, modify or navigate the route.
Once a route has been created graphically (and the Q key has been pressed to finish), the map display will automatically enter the route review mode. The arrow pointer will be replaced by the map cursor, located at the last route waypoint. The route edit mode allows you to review and modify the route displayed through a pop-up window menu for each waypoint. You may also use the cursor to select an individual route leg and insert a new route waypoint.
SECTION 9 ROUTES Route Edit Mode The GPSMAP 185 Sounders route edit mode also allows you to insert a new route waypoint in any route leg using the map cursor. To insert a new waypoint between two existing route waypoints: 1. Use the cursor to select the leg you want to insert the new waypoint in (the route line will change to a dotted line when the leg is selected) and press T. 2. Move the cursor to the new map position and press T. 3.
To insert a new waypoint before the selected route waypoint: ROUTES 1. Highlight the Insert? option and press T. 2. Enter the name of the new waypoint using the R keypad, or press O to select the new waypoint from the nearest list, waypoint list, or map display. Editing Routes & Route Edit Options 3. Press T to finish. SECTION 9 To remove the selected route waypoint: 1. Highlight the Remove? option and press T. To change the selected route waypoint: 1. Highlight the Change? option and press T.
SECTION 9 Route List Page ROUTES Route List Page The GPSMAP 185 Sounders route list page numerically lists all the routes currently stored in memory, with the route number and comment displayed. Route 00 is always reserved for the TracBack route, while routes 1-20 serve as storage routes (route 20 is stored as the GPSMAP tour route, which may be deleted at any time).
Route List Page Options (cont.) ROUTES Clear Route? allows you to clear all waypoints from the selected route. To clear the selected route: Route List Options 1. Highlight the Clear Route? option and press T. 2. Press T to confirm the clear route warning. Copy Route? allows you to copy the waypoints of a selected route to another route.
SECTION 9 Active Route Page ROUTES Active Route Page Each waypoint on the active route page may be reviewed, deleted or changed right from the active route page. To edit an active route waypoint, highlight the desired waypoint and press EDIT/ENTER. Select the desired function from the pop-up menu and press EDIT/ENTER. Whenever you have activated a route in the GPSMAP 185 Sounder system, the active route page will appear in the main page sequence.
Active Route Page Options ROUTES Active Route Page Options SECTION 9 The following options are available from the active route page: Invert Route? activates the active route in reverse order and begins navigation. Activate Route? reactivates the active route and selects the route leg closest to your current position as the new active leg. Edit On Map? allows you to edit the selected route graphically (see pages 63-64 for specific instructions).
SECTION 10 SETUP MENUS Track Log Setup Track Log Submenu The GPSMAP 185 Sounders main menu pages track submenu lets you specify whether or not to record a track plot (an electronic recording of your path) and define how it is recorded. It also provides an indicator of the track memory used and selects functions to clear the track memory and start a TracBack route.
Trip and Fuel Planning SETUP MENUS The GPSMAP 185 Sounders trip and fuel planning submenu lets you plan and review distance, fuel, and ETE/ETA information between any two waypoints; your present position and a stored waypoint; or any part of a stored route. Sunrise and sunset information is also provided. Two planning modes are available: point-topoint and route planning. Trip & Fuel Planning SECTION 10 To use the point-to-point planning mode: 1.
To use the route planning mode: SECTION 10 SETUP MENUS Route & Trip Planning 1. Highlight the Trip & Fuel Planning option from the main menu and press T. 2. If the plan field is not set to Route, press O and select it from the options page. 3. Highlight the route number field and press T. 4. Use the R keypad to select the route you want to plan and press T. 5. Highlight the leg field and press T. 6.
The fuel and trip planning submenu also allows you to calculate the sunrise and sunset times for your present position or any waypoint for a selected date. SETUP MENUS To use the sunrise/sunset planner: Sunrise/Sunset Planning System Setup 1. Highlight Trip & Fuel Planning option from the main menu and press T. 2. Highlight the first waypoint field and press T. Press the left arrow key to clear the field, and use the R keypad to enter the name of the desired waypoint.
SECTION 10 SETUP MENUS System Setup & System Setup Options Time Offset provides a data entry field to enter the time difference between UTC time and the local time. (See Appendix F for a list of time offsets.) When entering a time offset, be sure to select a positive or negative offset. Note that entering an offset will not automatically display local time. The local setting from the Date/Time Selection submenu must be selected.
To view the system setup page options: SETUP MENUS 1. Press the O key. To restore the default settings: Navigation Setup 1. Highlight the Restore Defaults? option, and press T. SECTION 10 Navigation Setup The navigation setup submenu is used to select a variety of navigation information including: position format, units of measure, temperature units and heading preferences. This submenu is also used to select map datums, set the CDI scale and adjust the built-in velocity filter.
SECTION 10 A SETUP MENUS Navigation Setup B A. CAUTION! Using the incorrect map datum can seriously effect the accuracy of your GPS receiver. The GPS datum should always match the datum of the local chart you are using. If no datum information is indicated on the charts you are using, contact the chart manufacturer. B. Keeping the velocity filter on the Auto setting will allow the GPSMAP 185 Sounder to automatically monitor and adjust the response time for track and speed calculations. 76 2.
Timers & Alarms Setup SETUP MENUS The timer & alarms submenu is used to control various alarm/timer settings. Timer sounds an alarm when an entered interval (up to 99:59:59) has expired, or provides a continuous running clock timer to 99:59:59. Timers & Alarms To use the countdown timer: SECTION 10 1. Select the Count Down menu option. 2. Enter the desired time interval in the interval field, and press T. 3.
SECTION 10 SETUP MENUS Input/Output Setup Sounder Alarms allows you to set shallow and deep depth alarms and an alarm for specific sized fish/targets. Three options are available: Shallow On/Off- Sounds if depth equals or is less than the selected value. Deep On/Off- Sounds if depth equals or is more than the selected value. Fish On/Off- Select from All Targets, Medium-Large Targets, or Large Targets.
Using NMEA & DGPS Interface Settings SETUP MENUS If you are using an NMEA interface format, the NMEA format must be specified in the NMEA format field that will automatically appear when an NMEA option is selected. The appropriate baud rate will be set automatically. NMEA & DGPS Setup To select a NMEA format: SECTION 10 1. Select a NMEA IN/OUT format from the options page. 2. Highlight the NMEA Format field and press T. 3. Select a NMEA sentence format and press T. 4.
SECTION 11 Micro G-chartS Loading & Removing Micro G-charts Installing & Removing Micro G-chart Cartridges The GARMIN GPSMAP 185 Sounder system uses Micro G-chart offshore or inland cartography to display digital charts on-screen. Micro G-chart cartridges are installed in the card slot located at the bottom right of the GPSMAP 185 Sounder unit. Micro G-chart cartridges may be installed or removed at any time, whether the unit is on or off. To install a Micro G-chart cartridge: 1. Open the cartridge door.
Using Micro G-chart Cartography Micro G-chartS Once a Micro G-chart cartridge has been inserted, the map coverage outlines for the cartridge will automatically appear on-screen. Keep in mind that the display will not automatically scroll to the map area or zoom to a level where you can see the coverage outlines. If you do not immediately see the outlines, scroll the cursor to the broad geographic area covered by the chart and zoom out to another map scale.
Installing the GPSMAP 185 Sounder APPENDIX Installation SECTION A The GPSMAP 185 Sounder must be properly installed according to the following instructions to get the best possible performance. Included with your sounder is GARMIN power/data/transducer cable (part no. 320-00089-00) and GARMIN transducer with cable, which must be used to comply with FCC regulations.
Mounting the GPSMAP 185 Sounder Unit The GPSMAP 185 Sounders compact, waterproof case is suitable for mounting in exposed locations or at the nav station. The unit comes with a gimbal bracket that can be used for surface or overhead mounting. When choosing a location for the display unit, make sure you consider the following conditions: There should be at least a 3 (5 cm) clearance behind the case to allow connection of the antenna, power/data cables.
To flush mount the GPSMAP 185 Sounder: APPENDIX Installation SECTION A 1. Remove the four M5 screws from the back of the unit and remove the mounting bracket . 2. Using the mounting template provided in the box, determine the location where you want to mount the unit and tape the template in place. 3. Using a hammer and center punch, mark the centers of the relief hole and mounting screw holes. 4. Using a drill and 2.75 hole saw, cut the center relief hole from the panel. Drill the four 0.
Connecting the Power/Data/Transducer Cable The power/data/transducer cable connects the GPSMAP 185 Sounder to a 1040 volt DC system and provides interface capabilities for connecting external devices, including an external alarm. The color code in the diagram below indicates the appropriate harness connections. APPENDIX Installation SECTION A DGPS corrections are accepted in RTCM-104 v. 2.0 format through the NMEA In (BROWN) harness lead.
Transducer Installation SECTION B APPENDIX Wiring and Specifications Trolling Motor Thru-Hull GARMIN offers a variety of transducers for use with your GPSMAP 185 Sounder. Detailed installation instructions for the transducer you have chosen are included with the transducer. Proper placement and installation of the transducer are essential in the operation of the sounder portion of the GPSMAP 185. Please read, and carefully follow the instructions provide with your transducer.
GPSMAP 185 Sounder Specifications PHYSICAL Case: Size: Weight: Temperature Range: SECTION B Gasketed Construction 6.13H x 6.30W x 3.0D (15.85 x 16 x 7.6 cm) 1.75 Lbs (.794 Kg) 5º to +158ºF (-15º to 70ºC) PERFORMANCE (GPSMAP 185 Sounder) Receiver: 12-channel PhaseTrac12 Acquisition Time: Approx. 15 seconds (warm) Approx. 45 seconds (cold) Approx. 5 minutes (AutoLocate ) Approx. 5 minutes (Search the sky) Update Rate: 1/second, continuous Position Accuracy: 1-5 meters (3-16 ft.)* 15 meters (49 ft.
Alarm ClockThe alarm clock has sounded. SECTION C APPENDIX Messages Anchor Drag AlarmYou have drifted out of the specified distance range. ApproachingYou are less than one minute away from reaching a destination waypoint at your present speed over ground. Arrival AtYou have arrived at the destination waypoint. Cant Change An Active WaypointYou have attempted to change the active to or active from waypoint. Clear the active route or GOTO before making your changes.
radius for the proximity waypoint indicated. been deleted from the route. Proximity List FullYou have used all nine proximity waypoints. RTCM Input has FailedDGPS data being received has been lost. You are no longer receiving the beacon signal. Proximity Overlaps Another Prox WptThe alarm radius specified overlaps the area specified for another proximity waypoint. (See section 10 for more information on proximity overlaps.
SECTION D APPENDIX Map Datums The GPSMAP 185 Sounders built-in worldwide database includes chart coverage down to 64 nm (120 km) for the areas outlined above. Note that the database is only valid to 68º15 of latitude. The maximum cursor latitude is 85º05, and the maximum waypoint latitude is 89º24.543 north or south.
Corrego Alegr Djakarta Dos 1968 Easter Isld 67 European 1950 European 1979 Finland Hayfrd Gandajika Base Geod Datm 49 Guam 1963 Gux 1 Astro Hjorsey 1955 Hong Kong 63 Hu-Tzu-Shan Indian Bngldsh Indian Thailand Indonesia 74 Ireland 1965 ISTS 073 Astro Johnston Island Kandawala Corrego Alegre- Brazil Djakarta (Batavia)- Sumatra Island (Indonesia) Dos 1968- Gizo Island (New Georgia Islands) Easter Island 1967 European 1950- Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Italy, Lux
NAD27 Greenland SECTION D APPENDIX Map Datums NAD27 Mexico NAD27 San Salvadr NAD83 Nahrwn Masirah llnd Nahrwn Saudi Arbia Nahrwn United Arab Naparima BWI Obsrvtorio 66 Old Egyptian Old Hawaiian Oman Ord Srvy Grt Britn Pico De Las Nieves Potsdam Pitcairn Astro 67 Prov So Amricn 56 Prov So Chilean 63 Puerto Rico Qatar National Qornoq Reunion 92 North American 1927Greenland (Hayes Peninsula) N.
Almanac DataThe satellite constellation information (including location and health of satellites) that is transmitted to your receiver from every GPS satellite. Almanac data must be acquired before GPS navigation can begin. Bearing (BRG)The compass direction from your position to a destination. Course Over Ground (COG)Direction of movement relative to a ground position. APPENDIX Glossary SECTION E Crosstrack Error (XTK)The distance you are off a desired course in either direction.
Thermocline A layer of water separating warmer water above from cooler water below. SECTION E APPENDIX Glossary Turn (TRN) The difference and direction in degrees between the bearing to your destination and your course over ground. The TRN value is used to indicate what direction, and how many degrees, to turn to get back on course. Universal Time Coordinated (UTC) The time of day at the prime meridian (0º longitude) in Greenwich, England.
The chart below gives an approximate UTC time offset for the various longitudinal zones. Check with local charts for more detailed information. If you are in daylight savings time, add one hour to the offset. Longitudinal Zone Offset W180.0º to W172.5º W172.5º to W157.5º W157.5º to W142.5º W142.5º to W127.5º W127.5º to W112.5º W112.5º to W097.5º W097.5º to W082.5º W082.5º to W067.5º W067.5º to W052.5º W052.5º to W037.5º W037.5º to W022.5º W022.5º to W007.5º W007.5º to E007.5º E007.5º to E022.5º E022.
APPENDIX Loran TD Position Format SECTION G When creating new waypoints using Loran TD coordinates you must set the correct loran chain number and secondary stations in the Setup TD field before storing the waypoint. After the waypoint is stored in unit memory, it will always reference the loran chain number and secondary stations currently selected in the Setup TD field.
A Alarm Setup Anchor Drag Alarm Antenna Installation Arrival Alarm AutoLocate B Backlight Level Beacon Receiver Setup Bearing Bearing/Distance Calculation Boat Icon Built-in Map Coverage C Calibrations, Map Cancelling Active GOTOs Capabilities Cautions Clock Alarm Configurations, Map Contrast Setting Countdown Timer Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) CDI Scales Crosstrack Error (XKT)93 Cursor Mode Cursor Movement D Data Field Entry Data Window Date/Time Formats Datums 77 77 82 77 1,21-22 3 78-79 93 40 10 2,9
APPENDIX Index 98 SECTION H Keypad Usage viii L Local Time Offset 74 M Magnetic Variation Main Menu Man Overboard Function Map Calibration Map Configuration Map Datum List Map Datum Selection Map Page Map Scales Map/Sounder Split Screen Marking a Position Measuring Bearing & Distance Menu Selection Message Descriptions Messages, Viewing 75-76 48 60 42 41-42 90-92 76 36-44 39 29,43 6,49-50 40 18 88-89 1 N Navigation Page Navigation Setup Navigation Units NMEA Formats NMEA Setup No Map Mode 15-16,4
S Satellite Acquisition Satellite Sky View Signal Strength Bars Simulator Mode Simulator Tour Sounder Page Chart Speed Fish Id Keel Offset Map/Sounder Split Screen Noise Rejection Range Modes Auto Manual Window Sensitivity Sounder Setup Speed Calibration Thermocline Transducer Underwater Waypoint Water Type Whiteline Zoom Function Zoom Window Movement Status Bar Status Page Steering Guidance Sunrise/Sunset Calculation T Table of Contents Time Offsets Timer/Alarm Setup Tone Selection TracBack Function 2,20-
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