GPSMAP 192C

chartplotting receiver

owner’s manual
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 INTRODUCTION > ABOUT THIS MANUAL

INTRODUCTION About This Manual

To get the most out of your new navigation system, take time to
Thank you for choosing the Garmin® GPSMAP® 192C. The
read this manual and learn the operating procedures for your unit in
GPSMAP 192C utilizes the proven performance of Garmin GPS
detail. This manual is organized into the following chapters.
and full-featured BlueChart® coverage of the entire U S coastline.
Please take a moment now to compare the contents of this package The Introduction chapter contains the Table of Contents as well as
with the packing list on the outside of the box. If any pieces are GPSMAP 192C care information.
missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately. The Basic Operation chapter provides you with detailed
Before you begin working with the GPSMAP 192C, please review information and step-by-step directions for features such as using
the installation instructions listed in the Appendix. If you have any the Find Menu, navigating a route, and using waypoints.
question about installing your chartplotter, contact Garmin Product The Main Pages chapter provides detailed explanations about each
Support or a professional installer. page in the GPSMAP 192C and step-by-step directions on using
The GPSMAP 192C Quick Reference Guide contains helpful tips the pages.
on using the unit and performing various navigation tasks. It’s a The Main Menu chapter provides detailed explanations about the
good idea to keep the Quick Reference Guide nearby whenever you Main Menu and how to use it to configure your unit.
are operating your new GPSMAP 192C.
The Appendix contains installation instructions, specifications,
optional accessories, and maintenance information. You can also
find warranty and FCC information in the Appendix. Read the
Safety Information to learn how to install and use your Garmin
GPSMAP 192C safely and responsibly.
An Index is provided at the end of the manual for reference.

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INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents Receiving DSC Calls .................................................................... 23

Navigating to a Position Report or Distress Call .......................... 25
Introduction...........................................................................i Setting up DSC ............................................................................. 25
About This Manual ................................................................... i
Care Information..................................................................... iv Main Pages .........................................................................26
Map Page................................................................................ 27
Basic Operation ...................................................................1 Using the Map Pointer .................................................................. 28
Initializing the Receiver .......................................................... 1 Selecting Map Scales .................................................................... 29
Simulator Mode ....................................................................... 3 Map Page Options ........................................................................ 30
Adjusting the BackLight ......................................................... 4 Pointer Page .......................................................................... 33
Interface Keys .......................................................................... 5 Numbers Page ....................................................................... 34
Entering Data and Selecting Options .................................... 6 Highway Page ........................................................................ 35
Using the Map Pointer ............................................................ 7 Highway Page Options ................................................................. 36
Creating and Using Waypoints .............................................. 8 Active Route Page ................................................................. 37
ENTER/MARK Key....................................................................... 8 Active Route Page Options........................................................... 38
Creating Waypoints Graphically..................................................... 9
Man OverBoard (MOB) .......................................................... 10 Main Menu ..........................................................................39
Reviewing and Editing Waypoints ....................................... 11 GPS Tab .................................................................................. 39
Navigating to a Destination .................................................. 12 WAAS Capability ......................................................................... 40
Using the Nav Key ....................................................................... 12 GPS Tab Options .......................................................................... 43
Selecting a Go To Graphically ...................................................... 13 Tide Tab .................................................................................. 43
TracBack Navigation (Navigating a Track) .................................. 14 Trip Tab ................................................................................... 46
Routes .................................................................................... 17 Celes (Celestial) Tab ............................................................. 47
Find ........................................................................................ 19 Points Tab .............................................................................. 48
Additional Information .......................................................... 21 Routes Tab ............................................................................. 53
DSC ......................................................................................... 22 Track Tab ................................................................................ 59
Understanding Distress Calls........................................................ 22 DSC Tab .................................................................................. 61
Understanding Position Reports ................................................... 23 Card Tab ................................................................................. 62

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Time Tab ................................................................................. 62 Whiteline ...................................................................................... 92
Pages Tab ............................................................................... 63 Thermoclines ................................................................................ 92
Map Tab .................................................................................. 64 Appendix ............................................................................93
General Tab ................................................................................... 64 Specifications ........................................................................ 93
Source Tab ................................................................................... 64 Installing the GPSMAP 192C ................................................ 94
Waypoints Tab .............................................................................. 65 Mounting the GPSMAP 192C Unit ........................................ 95
Points Tab ..................................................................................... 66 Installing the Ferrite Bead Clamp ........................................ 98
Navaids Tab .................................................................................. 66 Connecting the Power/Data.................................................. 99
Nav Line Tab ................................................................................ 67 Interfacing .............................................................................. 99
Track Tab ...................................................................................... 67 Installing and Removing Data Cards ................................. 100
Other Tab ...................................................................................... 67 Satellite Information ............................................................ 101
Hiway (Highway) Tab ............................................................. 68 What is WAAS?.................................................................... 102
Temp (Temperature) Tab ....................................................... 68 What is Differential GPS (DGPS)? ..................................... 102
Sonar Tab ............................................................................... 68 What is a Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)? ........ 103
Systm (System) Tab .............................................................. 69 How ARE MMSI assignments obtained? ........................... 103
Units Tab ............................................................................... 70 Navigation Terms ................................................................ 104
Comm (Communications) Tab ............................................. 72 Messages ............................................................................. 105
Alarm Tab ............................................................................... 76 LORAN TD System .............................................................. 108
Using Sonar .......................................................................78 Optional Accessories .......................................................... 110
Sonar Page............................................................................. 78 Software License Agreement ..............................................111
Using the Adjustment Menu ......................................................... 79 Product Registration ............................................................111
Sonar Page Options ...................................................................... 84 Limited Warranty ................................................................. 112
Sonar Tab Options ................................................................ 86 FCC Compliance.................................................................. 113
Understanding Sonar ............................................................ 90 Safety Information ............................................................... 114
Understanding the Sonar Display ................................................. 90 Index .................................................................................115
Transducer Coverage .................................................................... 91

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INTRODUCTION > CARE INFORMATION

Care Information Immersing the Unit in Water

The GPSMAP 192C is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7.
Cleaning the Unit
It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.
The GPSMAP 192C is constructed of high quality materials and
Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the unit. After
does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Clean the
submersion, be certain to wipe and air dry the unit before reuse.
unit using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution and
then wipe dry. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can To resolve problems that cannot be remedied using this manual,
damage plastic components. contact Garmin Product Support in the U.S. at 800/800-1020 or
Garmin Europe at 44/0870-8501241.
Storing the GPSMAP 192C
Do not store the GPSMAP 192C where prolonged exposure to
temperature extremes can occur (such as in the trunk of a car) as
permanent damage can result. User information, such as waypoints
and routes are retained in the unit’s memory without the need for
external power. It is always a good practice to back up important
user data by manually recording it or downloading it to a PC
(transferring it to MapSource.)

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 BASIC OPERATION > INITIALIZING THE RECEIVER

BASIC OPERATION
Initializing the Receiver
The first time you turn on the GPSMAP 192C, the receiver
must be given an opportunity to collect satellite data and
establish its present location. To ensure proper initialization, the
GPSMAP 192C is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate mode.
Before you initialize, make sure the GPSMAP 192C unit and
antenna have been correctly installed on your vessel according to
the instructions in the Appendix. Install the antenna in a location
with a clear and unobstructed view of the sky. To turn on the GPSMAP 192C:
1. Press and hold the POWER key until the power tone
A full-screen GPS Information page is displayed after you press sounds, then release the POWER key. The Warning page
ENTER to acknowledge the Warning page. The page goes away appears while the unit conducts a self-test.
after the unit gets a position fix or you press either ENTER 2. When the self-test is complete, press ENTER to agree and
or QUIT. The page can be disabled and enabled on the Main acknowledge the warning.
Menu—Pages tab (see page 63). The GPS Information page appears as the receiver begins acquiring
satellites.

To turn off the GPSMAP 192C:

1. Press and hold the POWER key for about 2 seconds, until
the screen is blank.
2. When the screen is blank, release the POWER key.

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BASIC OPERATION > INITIALIZING THE RECEIVER
To graphically initialize the GPSMAP 192C:
1. Press MENU twice for the Main Menu. Press Up or Down
on the ROCKER until the GPS tab is highlighted, then press
MENU one time.
2. Using the ROCKER, highlight Initialize Position, and press
ENTER. The Initialize Position page appears, prompting you
to select your approximate location with the map pointer.
3. Use the ROCKER to move the map pointer to your
approximate location within 200 miles. If you have difficulty
identifying your location, press and release the IN key to The GPSMAP 192C now begins searching for the appropriate
see the next lower map range. satellites for your region and should acquire a fix within a few
4. When you have determined your approximate location on minutes. When viewing the GPS tab on the Main Menu, a signal
the map, press ENTER. strength bar for each satellite in view appears on the bottom of the
NOTE: This does not calibrate the unit in any way, but rather page, with the appropriate satellite number under each bar.
helps to speed up the initial satellite acquisition. If the unit
• No signal strength bars—the receiver is looking for the
displays “Ready 2D or 3D” during this process, it is not
necessary to initialize the unit.
satellites indicated.
• Hollow signal strength bars—the receiver has found the
indicated satellite(s) and is collecting data.
• Solid signal strength bars—the receiver has collected the
necessary data and the satellite(s) are ready for use.
When the receiver has collected information from at least three
satellites, the top of the screen displays either “Ready 2D or 3D”,
and the GPSMAP 192C is ready for use.
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 BASIC OPERATION > SIMULATOR MODE

Simulator Mode
Simulator Mode turns the GPS receiver off for use indoors or
practice. Any of the functions discussed in the following pages
can be performed in Simulator Mode. While in Simulator Mode, a
“Running Simulator” message appears after 2 minutes of inactivity.
Keep in mind that the GPSMAP 192C does not track satellites in
Simulator Mode, and this mode should never be used for actual
navigation. All the waypoint and route planning completed in
Simulator Mode is retained in memory for future use.
NOTE: Do not attempt to navigate using Simulator Mode.
When the unit is set to Simulator Mode, the GPS receiver is
turned off. Any satellite signal strength bars displayed are only To place the GPSMAP 192C in Simulator Mode:
simulations and do not represent the strength of actual satellite 1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu. Press Up or
signals. Down on the ROCKER until the GPS tab is highlighted,
then press MENU.
2. Use the Up or Down arrow of the ROCKER to highlight
Start Simulator and press ENTER. Choose No to the retail
demonstration and press ENTER.
3. Press ENTER to confirm the Running Simulator message
that appears at the bottom of the display. Simulating
appears at the top of each of the Main pages.
4. To turn off the Simulator Mode, press MENU, and select
Stop Simulator.

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BASIC OPERATION > ADJUSTING THE BACKLIGHT
To adjust the simulated speed and heading from the
Pointer or Highway pages:
1. Press Up on the ROCKER increase the speed in
10 knot/kph/mph increments. Press Down on the ROCKER
The Set Position, to decrease the speed in the same increments.
Track Control, Track
and Speed fields 2. Press Left and Right on the ROCKER to steer the boat.
only show while in
Simulator Mode. Adjusting the BackLight
The GPSMAP 192C’s adjustable screen backlighting is controlled
with the POWER key, and can be adjusted from any page.

To enter a simulated speed and heading from the

Main Menu:
1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu page.
2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Systm tab, press
Right then Down until the field below the word Speed is
highlighted, then press ENTER. To adjust the backlighting:
3. Use the ROCKER to enter a speed, and press ENTER. 1. Press and release the POWER key. The adjustment slider
4. Use the ROCKER to highlight Track Control. Press window displays.
ENTER, and select a heading. 2. Press the POWER key again and the user-defined level
5. Press ENTER to finish, and QUIT until you return to the of backlighting activates. To adjust this level, press Up or
Map page. Down on the ROCKER. If you press POWER one more
time, the backlight is at the maximum setting.
3. Press ENTER or QUIT when finished.
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 BASIC OPERATION > INTERFACE KEYS

Interface Keys
POWER Key IN/OUT Zoom Keys
• Press and hold to turn unit On/Off. • From the Map page, press to zoom
• Press and release to adjust backlighting. in or out.
• From any other page, press to scroll up or
PAGE Key
down a list.
• Press to cycle through the Main pages.
ROCKER Key
• Press to end an operation in progress and
return to the main page. • Move Up/Down or Right/Left to move
through lists, highlight fields, on-screen
QUIT Key buttons and icons, enter data, or move the
• Press and release to cancel data entry or map pointer.
exit a page. MENU Key
ENTER/MARK Key • Press and release to view options for a page.
• Press and release to enter highlighted options • Press twice to view the Main Menu.
and data or confirm on-screen messages.
NAV Key
• Press and hold at any time to mark your
current location as a waypoint. • Press and release at any time to view the
Navigation Menu page.
MOB Key
FIND Key
• Press and hold for MOB.
• Press to search for points such as user
waypoints, cities, and services.

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BASIC OPERATION > ENTERING DATA AND SELECTING OPTIONS

Entering Data and Selecting Options To select and activate a function button:
You can select and activate options, and enter data to customize the Some pages contain function buttons. As shown below,
GPSMAP 192C to fit your requirements. Use the ENTER key and the New Waypoint page has three function buttons: Map,
the ROCKER to select options, enter names and numbers in data Delete, and OK. To activate a function, highlight the button,
fields, and activate your selections. and press ENTER.

To select and activate an optional feature:

1. With any page displayed, press MENU to display the
options menu. The options menu displays a list of optional
features that are specific for that page. To select an option
requires movement of the cursor. This is referred to as
highlighting, selecting, or choosing an item.
2. Use the ROCKER to move the cursor (highlight) up and
down a list or Up, Down, Left, and Right on menus. function buttons
3. When you have highlighted the selection, press ENTER to
either activate the feature or press MENU to display a sub-
menu or list with more feature options. Repeat this process
to select an option from the list, or press QUIT to return to
the previous setting.

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 BASIC OPERATION > USING THE MAP POINTER

Using the Map Pointer To Pan the Map:

Working from the Map page is a simple process that centers around 1. Use the IN/OUT keys to select a map scale.
the use of the pointer. Controlled by the ROCKER, the pointer is 2. Use the ROCKER to move the pointer. A data field appears
an important tool that can be used to pan to other map locations, at the top of the display showing the bearing and distance
mark and edit waypoints and routes, and review position data of from your boat to the pointer, along with the latitude and
longitude of the pointer.
on-screen map items and waypoints.
3. Press QUIT to re-center your boat on the map display.

Distance

Bearing

Pointer
Coordinates
Current
location Map Pointer

Map Scale The map display actively scrolls or pans, enabling you to explore
areas around the world and create waypoints and routes. Pressing
QUIT returns the map to your present location.
NOTE: When the pointer reaches the edge of the map, the unit
may pause as it loads new map data.
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BASIC OPERATION > CREATING AND USING WAYPOINTS

Creating and Using Waypoints ENTER/MARK Key

The GPSMAP 192C stores up to 3,000 alphanumeric waypoints The GPSMAP 192C’s ENTER/MARK key quickly captures your
with a user-defined symbol, comments, and depth available for present location to create a new waypoint. You must have a valid
each waypoint. Waypoints can be created using two basic methods. position (2D or 3D) fix to mark your present position. This can be
determined by looking at the GPS tab on the Main Menu. When
ENTER/MARK Key—marks your present location, and provides
you move the pointer over a map item, a highlighted description of
options to select a map position or map item from the map display.
that item appears. You can also use this option to manually enter
You can also enter a new waypoint’s location coordinates manually.
waypoint coordinates.
Graphically—defines a new waypoint location from the map
display using the ROCKER. To mark your present position:
1. Press and hold ENTER/MARK until the New Waypoint
window appears, then release it. A default three-digit name
and symbol is created for the new waypoint.
2. To accept the waypoint with the default name and symbol,
press ENTER/MARK to confirm the highlighted OK prompt.
3. To enter a different name, highlight the name field and press
ENTER/MARK, then use the ROCKER to enter the new
letter/numbers, and press ENTER/MARK when finished.
Use up to 10 alphanumeric characters for the name.
4. To select a different symbol, highlight the symbol field to
the left of the name, and press ENTER/MARK. Use the
ROCKER to highlight the new symbol, and press ENTER/
MARK.

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 BASIC OPERATION > CREATING AND USING WAYPOINTS
5. To enter optional comments or a depth, highlight the To create a new waypoint graphically:
Comments or Depth field to the right of the location 1. Use the ROCKER to move the pointer to the map location.
coordinates and press ENTER/MARK, use the ROCKER to If you want to create the new waypoint at an on-screen map
enter a value, and press ENTER/MARK. item, highlight the map item on the display.
6. To manually enter a set of coordinates, highlight the 2. Press and release ENTER/MARK to capture the pointer
coordinates and press ENTER/MARK, use the ROCKER to location. Do not hold the button down, as doing so marks
enter the new coordinates, and press ENTER/MARK when your present location, not the map location.
finished. If you are not using a map item to create a waypoint, go to
7. When finished, use the ROCKER to highlight OK, and press step 4.
ENTER/MARK to save the waypoint into memory. 3. Highlight Create Wpt or OK, and press ENTER/MARK.
Creating Waypoints Graphically 4. To accept the waypoint with the default name and symbol,
Waypoints can also be created from the map display. To mark press ENTER/MARK.
a map location or map item, select the location or item with the 5. To change the name, symbol, or add a comment or depth,
pointer and press ENTER. When selecting a location or map highlight the appropriate field, and press ENTER/MARK.
item, a description of the point, its distance and bearing from Make your changes, and press ENTER/MARK when
your current location and the latitude/longitude of the pointer are finished.
displayed along the top of the map. 6. After entering and confirming your changes, move the
highlight back to OK, and press ENTER/MARK.

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BASIC OPERATION > MAN OVERBOARD (MOB)

Man OverBoard (MOB) When a MOB has been activated, a MOB waypoint with an
The GPSMAP 192C’s Man OverBoard function (MOB) international MOB symbol is created and the unit is on an active
simultaneously marks and sets a course to a location for quick navigation to that point. Use any of the Navigation pages to guide
response to emergency situations. you back to the MOB point. The MOB waypoint is stored in the
waypoint list and you can delete or edit like any other waypoint.

The MOB function allows you to quickly

activate navigation back to a location.
To stop navigation, highlight
To activate the MOB function: Stop Navigation, and press ENTER.
1. Press the MOB key.
2. Press ENTER to confirm and begin navigating to the MOB
location.
3. To stop navigation to the MOB location, press NAV,
highlight Stop Navigation, and press ENTER.
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 BASIC OPERATION > REVIEWING AND EDITING WAYPOINTS

Reviewing and Editing Waypoints 3. From the Waypoint Edit page, you can change the name,
When you have created and stored a waypoint, it can be reviewed, symbol, comment, location coordinates, or depth for the
selected waypoint. When the changes have been made,
modified, renamed, moved, or deleted at any time through the
highlight Next, and press ENTER to save them, or press
Waypoint Edit page. The Waypoint Edit page is available for any QUIT.
stored waypoint by selecting the waypoint on the map, or selecting
it from the waypoint lists under the Points tab in the Main Menu.
Symbol Name

Coordinates Comment
Submenu Tabs

Depth

Waypoint List

Waypoint Edit Page

To access the Waypoint Edit page: To change the waypoint name:

1. Use the ROCKER to highlight a waypoint on the map. 1. Highlight the waypoint name field, and press ENTER.
Or 2. Use the ROCKER to enter a new name, and press ENTER
Press MENU twice, highlight the Points tab, and then when finished.
highlight a waypoint from the User or Proximity lists.
2. Press ENTER to display the Waypoint Edit page.
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BASIC OPERATION > NAVIGATING TO A DESTINATION
To change the waypoint symbol: Navigating to a Destination
1. Highlight the waypoint symbol field to the left of the
waypoint name, and press ENTER. Using the Nav Key
The NAV key provides three ways to navigate to a destination: Go
2. Use the ROCKER to select a new symbol and press
ENTER.
To Point, Follow Route, and Follow Track (TracBack). When you
are actively navigating, you see a straight line that runs from your
To change the Comment, Location, Coordinates, current location to the destination. The Go To option is the easiest
or Depth: method for selecting a destination. A Go To allows you to select a
1. Highlight the field, and press ENTER. destination point and quickly set a direct course from your present
2. Use the ROCKER to edit/enter the data. To move to the location. If you have a point highlighted on a list or the map or
next line, press Right on the ROCKER. if you are already navigating to a point, Go To <point name>
3. Press ENTER when finished. appears in addition to Go To Point. The Go To function can be
To move the waypoint on the map: accessed from any list of points or graphically from the map.
1. From the Waypoint Edit page, highlight Show Map and
press ENTER. Highlight the waypoint and press ENTER.
A MOVE label now appears under the pointer arrow in
addition to a distance, bearing, and coordinate window. You
can also use the IN and OUT keys to zoom the map. The
map scale appears in the lower right corner.
2. Use the ROCKER to point to the new location, and press
ENTER.
3. To stop the move process, press QUIT.

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 BASIC OPERATION > NAVIGATING TO A DESTINATION
To activate a Go To from a point list: Selecting a Go To Graphically
1. Press the NAV key. Highlight Go To Point and press A graphical Go To can be used to select one of three items from
ENTER. the map display: an existing waypoint, an on-screen map item such
2. From the Find menu, highlight Waypoints and press as roads, rivers, cities, and navaids, or a new map point. If you are
ENTER. (You can also choose to go to other points, such as selecting a map item as the Go To destination, the GPSMAP 192C
Cities or Tide Stations from this list.) automatically uses the name of the map item, but the point is not
3. To select a waypoint from the waypoint lists, use the stored in the waypoint list. See page 21 for creating waypoints
ROCKER to highlight either the By Name or Nearest tab, using map items. If you are selecting a new map point (non-map
select a waypoint, and press ENTER. item) as the Go To destination, the GPSMAP 192C automatically
OR
creates a waypoint at the pointer location.
To select a waypoint from the map, highlight either the User
or Nearest tab and press MENU. With Select From Map To activate an existing waypoint or map item as a Go
highlighted, press ENTER. Use the zoom IN and OUT keys To from the map display:
and the ROCKER to select a waypoint, then press ENTER. 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the waypoint or map item
on-screen, and press NAV.
2. You see Go To <waypoint name>, then press ENTER.
Or
Highlight the waypoint or map item, press ENTER, highlight
Go To from options at the bottom of the window, and press
ENTER.

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BASIC OPERATION > NAVIGATING TO A DESTINATION
To Go To a new map point (non-map item): TracBack Navigation (Navigating a Track)
1. Use the ROCKER to move the map pointer to a location. The TracBack function allows you to retrace your path using the
2. Press NAV. track log automatically stored in the receiver’s memory. This
3. With Go To MAP Point highlighted, press ENTER. feature eliminates the need to store waypoints along the way.
TracBack routes are created by reducing your track log into a route
of up to 254 turns and activating an inverted route along those
points. When activated, a TracBack route leads you back to the
oldest stored track log point, so it’s a good idea to clear the existing
track log before you start your current trip.

You must save a track before using the Follow Track option.

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 BASIC OPERATION > NAVIGATING TO A DESTINATION
To clear the track log and define a starting point for a To display the track on the Map and Highway Pages,
TracBack route: highlight the check box to the left of Show on Map and
1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu page. Highway, and press ENTER.
2. Using the ROCKER, highlight the Track tab, then highlight To view the track on the map, highlight Review on Map
the Active tab to the right. and press ENTER. Pressing MENU on this page activates
3. Use the ROCKER to select the Erase option, and press the options to Measure Distance (see page 32) and Point
ENTER. to on Main Map, that exits the Save Track window. Press
QUIT to return to the Save Track window.
4. Highlight the OK field, and press ENTER.
4. Highlight OK and press ENTER to save the track. Press
You must first save the track log before you can use the Follow QUIT to exit.
Track feature. The Save feature allows you to store up to 15 track
logs from certain times and dates.

To save a track log: Default Track Name

1. From the Main Menu, use the ROCKER to highlight the Total number of points
Track tab, then highlight the Active tab to the right. Total Distance
2. Use the ROCKER to select Save and press ENTER. Change color
of track line
3. From the Save Back Through window, highlight time, date, Check this box to
or Entire Log and press ENTER. When the track has been display track
saved, the Save Track window is displayed. The default
name, distance, number of points (500 max), and color is
displayed in the Save Track window.
To change the name of the saved track, highlight the name
field and press ENTER. Then make your changes, and
press ENTER.

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BASIC OPERATION > NAVIGATING TO A DESTINATION
To activate a TracBack using the NAV key: • If the track log interval is set to the Time option, the route
1. Press NAV, highlight the Follow Track option, and press can not follow your exact path. For best performance, keep
ENTER. the interval set to resolution.
2. Highlight the track you want to follow, and press ENTER. • If the receiver is turned off or satellite coverage is lost during
3. Choose Original, to navigate from the start to the end of your trip, the TracBack draws a straight line between any
your trip, or Reverse, to navigate from the end to the start point where coverage was lost and where it resumed.
of your trip, and press ENTER.
• If the track log’s changes in distance and direction are too
4. To stop TracBack navigation, press NAV, highlight Stop
complex, 254 waypoints may not mark your path accurately.
Navigation, and press ENTER.
The receiver then assigns the 254 waypoints to the most
When a TracBack is active, the GPSMAP 192C takes the track log significant points of your track, and simplifies segments with
currently stored in memory and divides it into segments called legs. fewer changes in direction.
Up to 50 temporary turns (BEGIN, TURN 1, TURN 2, TURN 3,....,
For more information on setting up the Track options and saved
TURN X, END) are created to mark the most significant features
tracks, see pages 59.
of the track log in order to duplicate your exact path as closely as
possible. To get the most out of the TracBack feature, remember
the following tips:
• Always clear the track log at the starting point.
• The Record Mode option on the track log setup page must be
set to Fill or Wrap.
• There must be at least two track log points stored in memory
to create a TracBack route.

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 BASIC OPERATION > ROUTES

Routes To create a route using the Route Edit Map page:

The last way to navigate to a destination is to create a user-defined 1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu page.
route. The GPSMAP 192C allows you to create and store up to 50 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Route tab and press the
reversible routes (numbered 1-50), with up to 254 waypoints each. MENU key to display the route options page, or highlight the
Routes can be created and modified in two ways. The first method first available blank route slot, and press ENTER. (Skip to
step 4 if you use this method.)
is to create the route using a map page. This method allows you to
select points on the map and see each route leg as it is created. The 3. Select the New Route option, and press ENTER.
second method is to enter the waypoint names as text on the Route 4. To add an existing waypoint or map item to the route, use
Review page. This method allows you to see a list of the waypoints the pointer to select the waypoint or map item, and press
as you create the route. All of the route functions are accessed ENTER. Map items do not appear in the waypoint list. To
create a waypoint from a map item, see page 21.
through the Main Menu page or the NAV key.
5. To add a new waypoint to the route, use the map pointer to
select the map location, and press ENTER. Press ENTER
again to confirm the new waypoint. You can also change the
name and symbol of the new waypoint (see page 8).
As you add each new waypoint to the route, the data
window at the top of the map display shows the waypoint/
map item name, bearing and distance from your location,
and coordinates of the pointer. The bottom of the display
shows the number of available and used points. A route line
appears on the map to indicate each completed leg, and a
dotted line appears indicating the distance and bearing to
the arrow pointer from the last route waypoint.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have finished defining all
Route Tab and Route Options Menu route waypoints.

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7. When finished, press QUIT twice to return to the Route List To create a route using text on the Route
page. Highlight Edit as Text, and press ENTER to return to Review page:
the Route Review page. 1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu page.
2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Route tab and press
MENU to display the route options page, or highlight the
first available blank route slot, and press ENTER. (Skip to
step 4 if you use this method.)
3. Select the New Route option, and press ENTER.
4. Press MENU, select Edit as Text, and press ENTER.
5. Use the ROCKER to highlight the first field under the word
Waypoint, and press ENTER.

ADD appears below the

pointer as you insert points.

Choose the category you want to

add a route point from.

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 BASIC OPERATION > FIND
6. From the Find menu, highlight Waypoints, and press Find
ENTER. You can also choose from other points, such The FIND key allows you to search the unit for user waypoints,
as Cities or Tide Stations from this list. From either the
map items and any BlueChart or MapSource information loaded to
By Name or Nearest tab lists, choose the waypoint you
want and press ENTER. (See page 50 for searching for
the unit or on a data card. Press FIND to display a list of available
waypoints by name.) find categories. The default items are Waypoints, Cities, Tide
Stations, and Transportation. If you press FIND and are in Pan
7. From the Waypoint Review page, OK is automatically
highlighted. You can use the Show Map option to view the Mode, the unit centers its search from the location where the map
point on the map, then press QUIT when finished viewing to pointer is located.
return to the Waypoint Review page. Press ENTER to add
the point to the route. The next field automatically highlights.
8. Repeat steps 5-7 until all the route points have been
entered. Press QUIT to return to the Route List page.

Find Items List

Choose a waypoint from either the

By Name or Nearest tab list.

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BASIC OPERATION > FIND
To Find an item from your current location: The Find option also supports a “find from” feature, that allows
1. From any page, press FIND. you to center your search around an item you have just found. For
2. Using the ROCKER, highlight the category from the list, and example, you search for “Restricted Areas” and you find a point
press ENTER. named “Anchoring Prohibited.” If you press FIND again, “From
3. For Waypoints and Cities, search using By Name or Anchoring Prohibited” appears as the new search from point.
Nearest. Use the ROCKER to highlight a sub tab. For By
Also, use the Find feature to center your search from any waypoint,
Name, use the top field to spell out the name or scroll down
through the list. (See also page 8 for steps on entering a
route list entry, map item, or tide station. Highlight the item you
name.) want to find from and press the FIND key.

To Find an item from other locations: • Nearest To Boat—centers search from your boat’s current
1. From the Map page, use the ROCKER to pan to a location, location.
and press FIND. • Nearest To Other—centers your search around another map
2. Using the ROCKER, highlight category from the list, and location.
press ENTER. • Nearest To Next—centers search from the next point of your
active route.
• Nearest To Destination—centers search from the last point
You can also Find
from items found on of your active route.
the Find List.

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 BASIC OPERATION > ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To Find an item using the Find options: Additional Information
1 From any page, press FIND. Items located using the Find feature have information about the
2. Using the ROCKER, highlight a category from the list, and point available. The information varies depending on the type of
press ENTER. data loaded on the optional data card. Tabs along the top of the
3 From the search results list, press MENU, highlight the an detail window contain the information available for the item. Any
option, and press ENTER. additional options are displayed along the bottom.

To view additional information for a Find item:

1. From the Find list, highlight an item, and press ENTER.
2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the individual tabs, and
display the information. To view all of the information,
highlight the field, and press ENTER. Use the ROCKER to
scroll through the text, or press MENU and choose a scroll
option.

Additional
Information Tabs

Distance,
Bearing,and
Find Menu Options Coordinates of item

Additional Options

Information Window

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BASIC OPERATION > DSC

DSC information (such as who they are and the type of vessel) in their
The DSC page of the Main Menu allows you to control and database while they are in transit to the caller’s location.
set up the Digital Selective Calling (DSC) features on the A non-emergency DSC Position Report allows mariners to
GPSMAP 192C. exchange and display the positions of one another. When a DSC
Digital Selective Calling (DSC) uses marine VHF radio and position is received, the mariner can choose to create a waypoint or
Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies to transmit and to show the received location on an electronic map.
receive location information. The chartplotter repeats the call Anytime a vessel receives a DSC call, they can store and quickly
properties received from the VHF radio on the chartplotter. The navigate to that location using a Go To. This makes DSC a time
GPSMAP 192C requires input from a DSC enabled VHF radio to saver, especially in an emergency situation. In order to use DSC,
display position, and sound/display alerts from a Distress Call or users must first register their VHF radio with the FCC and receive a
Position Report. Conversely, the VHF radio requires input from a Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number.
GPS to transmit position coordinates for a Distress Call or Position
Report. For connection information, please refer to “Connecting For more information about Digital Selective Calling and Maritime
the Power and Data” on page 99. Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) numbers, refer to page 103 in the
“Appendix.”
An emergency DSC Distress Call allows a vessel in trouble
to transmit a substantial amount of information in a single Understanding Distress Calls
transmission or call, without the need for voice communication. When the GPSMAP 192C receives a Distress Call from a
When any nearby rescuer receives the DSC signal, an alarm sounds connected DSC enabled VHF radio, an alert message and
and they immediately receive the location of the caller. The rescuer notification page are displayed, and an alarm tone is sounded.
can then choose to navigate to the caller’s location to assist, or Distress Calls are shown in the DSC Call List, and Log with a
forward the call on to the Coast Guard. When the Coast Guard checkered symbol.
receives the call, they can immediately access the caller’s

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Understanding Position Reports When a Distress Call or Position Report is placed in the Call List
A Position Report is similar to a Distress Call except no alarm is and Log, the information on the Notification page is retained.
sounded. Position Reports are not broadcast to all DSC users and To review a DSC call or log entry, highlight the entry and
are shown with a boat symbol. press ENTER. The DSC Entry Review page is identical to the
Notification page with one exception, the entry can be deleted.

Receiving DSC Calls DSC Entry Review Page

Each time you receive a Distress Call or Position Report, a
Notification page is displayed, and the call is placed in the DSC To review a call or log entry:
Call List and Log. The Notification page contains information 1. Press Menu twice.
about the call including: the type of call (distress or position 2. Open the Call List or Log from the DSC tab.
report), the MMSI number of the caller, a user definable name, 3. Press Up or Down on ROCKER to highlight the call you
the time and date of the call, the Bearing and Distance from your want to review.
current position, and the coordinates of the caller. To see the 4. Press ENTER to open the DSC Entry Review page.
callers location on a map, select the Show Map button. To create a
waypoint at the callers location, select the Create Wpt button. To
close the Notification page, press the QUIT key.

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BASIC OPERATION > DSC
DSC Call List 3. Enter the MMSI number, a Name, and any comments.
The DSC Call List displays the 50 most recent calls, even if the unit 4. When finished, highlight OK, and press ENTER.
is left unattended. The Call List displays the most recent call from a
vessel. If a second call is received from the same vessel, it replaces
the first call in the Call List. Press MENU to sort the list and delete
entries.

DSC Log
When DSC calls are received, they are automatically placed in the
Log, with the most recent call at the top. The unit can log up to 100
calls. When 100 calls have been logged, the oldest log is removed
when a new call is received. Press MENU to sort the list and delete
entries. New Directory Item Page

DSC Directory When a Distress Call, Position Report or Directory item is named,
The DSC Directory acts much like a phone book and can hold up the name is attached to that particular MMSI number. If a name
to 50 entries. Pressing MENU from this page displays options to is used, all DSC entries of the same MMSI number will show the
add a New Item, Delete a highlighted entry, or Delete All entries. name.

To add a new Directory entry:

1. Open the DSC Directory in the Main Menu.
2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the first blank space in the
directory list, and press ENTER.
Or
Press MENU, highlight New Item, and press ENTER.

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 BASIC OPERATION > DSC
Navigating to a Position Report or Distress Call Setting up DSC
After a Position Report or a Distress Call is received, navigation The DSC Setup tab allows you to turn DSC On and Off. This
can be quickly set to the call location. Setup tab also allows you to simulate Distress Calls and Position
Reports while the unit is in Simulator Mode (see page 3).
To navigate to Position Report or Distress Call: Simulating calls is helpful for practice before connecting to the real
1 Press the NAV key.
system. The Distress Call simulator also helps to check if alarms
2. With Go To (MMSI/Name) highlighted, press ENTER. are working properly.
Or
1. Highlight the call on the Call List or Log, and press NAV.
2. With Go To (MMSI/Name) or (DSC) highlighted, press
ENTER.

DSC Setup

Navigating to a DSC Call

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MAIN PAGES > OVERVIEW

MAIN PAGES
There are five main display pages that are always available: Map page, Pointer page, Numbers page, Highway page, and Active Route
page. You can cycle through these pages by pressing either PAGE or QUIT. If you have an external Sonar Module with transducer
connected to the GPSMAP 192C, a Sonar page is inserted between the Map page and Pointer page. For more information on the Sonar
page, please refer to the “Using Sonar” section on pages 78.
With the Map page displayed, press PAGE several times. Each time you press PAGE the next main page is displayed. Do the same with
the QUIT key. QUIT acts the same as PAGE, except the pages are displayed in a reverse sequence.
Each main page has an Options Menu. Options Menus contain the setup options and functions that apply to that page. Press MENU to
display the Options Menu. Use the ROCKER to select an item from the options menu and press ENTER. Many of the menus in the
GPSMAP 192C are arranged in a tab layout. Use the ROCKER to move Left or Right from tab to tab.
Notice that either PAGE or QUIT stops the current function and returns you to the main page. If you find yourself lost in a menu or you
start a function you do not want, press PAGE or QUIT.

Map Page Pointer Page Numbers Page Highway Page Active Route Page
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 MAIN PAGES > MAP PAGE

Map Page Data Fields

The GPSMAP 192C’s Map page provides a comprehensive display
of electronic cartography, plotting, and navigational data. When
in the BlueChart data coverage area or using optional MapSource
software, the map display shows your boat on a digital chart, Land
User Waypoint
complete with geographic names, map items, navaids, and a host
of other chart features. It also plots your track and displays any Map Item
Position Triangle
routes and waypoints you create. A map pointer allows you pan and
scroll to other map areas, determine the distance and bearing to a Water Navaids
location, and perform various route and waypoint functions. Geographic
Name Map Scale
When the pointer is active, an additional data window appears
below the data fields to indicate the location, range, and bearing Map Page
to the pointer, a selected waypoint, or map item. The map scale
displays at the bottom right of the page.
The GPSMAP 192C system starts in the Position Mode, with
The Zoom IN and OUT keys combined with the ROCKER, allow your location centered on the map display. When sufficient map
you select zoom ranges and move the pointer. Two basic map coverage is not available to keep your location centered, the
operating modes, Position Mode and Pointer Mode, determine what position triangle moves toward the edge of the display.
cartography is shown on the map display. Position Mode moves the
Pan Mode starts when the ROCKER is pressed. The pointer
cartography to keep the present position marker within the display
is moved over the map display using the ROCKER. When the
area. Pan Mode moves the cartography to keep the map pointer
pointer reaches the edge of the display, the map scrolls forward
within the display area.
under the pointer.

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Using the Map Pointer Additional
The pointer pans away from your present location (even outside Information Tabs
of your current detail coverage.) As you pan past the edge of the
current map display, the screen actively scrolls forward to provide Pressing ENTER while
continuous map coverage. An hourglass symbol appears by the highlighting a map item
brings up additional
pointer while the unit is busy drawing new map details. details and options.

Additional Options

Move the pointer To select an on-screen waypoint or map item with the
over an item
on the map to map pointer:
highlight it. 1. Use the ROCKER to move the map pointer to a waypoint or
map item. (If there are several waypoints grouped closely
together, zoom in closer for a better view.)
2. When a waypoint or map item is selected, it is highlighted
on-screen, with the name and location displayed. Press
ENTER to show details of the map item. When in the
BlueChart coverage area or using optional MapSource
As you move the pointer, the distance and bearing from your data, additional information tabs appear. Use the ROCKER
present location to the pointer is displayed in the data window, to highlight the individual tabs, and display additional
along with the pointer’s location coordinates. Keep in mind that information and options.
when the pointer is stationary, the distance and bearing from your 3. Press QUIT to re-center your location on-screen.
present position changes as your location moves. The pointer can
also be used to view on-screen waypoint and map item properties
directly from the map display.
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 MAIN PAGES > MAP PAGE
Use the pointer to create new waypoints directly from the map. Selecting Map Scales
The map display has 28 available range scales from 20 ft to 800 mi
To create a waypoint with the pointer: (5 m to 1200 km.) The map scale is controlled by the IN and OUT
1. Use the ROCKER to move the pointer to the map location.
keys, with the current scale displayed at the bottom right of the
2. Press ENTER and the New Map Waypoint window data window.
appears. If the pointer is on a map item, you get a new
window with details about the item when ENTER is pressed. To select a map scale:
Press ENTER again on the highlighted Create Wpt option. Press the OUT key to zoom out and the IN key to zoom in.
3. Press ENTER to confirm the new waypoint using the default
NOTE: The scale value represents the distance from one end of
three-digit name and symbol.
the scale bar to the other.
For more information about waypoints, see page 8.

Using Built-In Basemap

Using BlueChart/MapSource Data

Overzoom, no additional data is available

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MAIN PAGES > MAP PAGE
The GPSMAP 192C’s system has a built-in worldwide database Map Page Options
to 20 mi, with more detailed coverage available through the use of Many features of the GPSMAP 192C are menu driven. Each
the BlueChart or MapSource data. The GPSMAP 192C displays main page has an options menu, allowing you to customize the
cartography as long as there is chart information available for the corresponding page to your preferences and/or select special
range you have selected. Map coverage conforms to the following features that specifically relate to that page. The data window,
conditions: located at the top of the main pages, provides a user-selectable
• When the selected zoom range is covered by the internal layout of various types of useful data. Each data field can be
database, BlueChart, or MapSource data, cartography is configured to display any one of several data options. The data
displayed. window layout can be configured to display additional data fields
and change the size of the data displayed.
• When the selected zoom range is covered by both
the internal database and BlueChart/MapSource data, The GPSMAP 192C’s Map page provides access to functions and
cartography is displayed using the data with the best features relating to the Map page and layout options.
resolution.
To display and select the Map Page options:
• When the selected zoom range exceeds the resolution of the 1. Press MENU.
data in use, an Overzoom warning appears below the scale. 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight an option, and press ENTER.
The available options are Full Screen Map/Show Data, Change
Numbers, Measure Distance, Show Sonar (If equipped with an
external Sonar Module, see the “Using Sonar” section on page 78
for details on this feature,) Set Up Map and Turn Declutter On/Off.
Following are details on using each of these options.

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Change Numbers—specifies the type of data displayed in each
data field used on the map display.

To change a data field:

1. From the menu, use the ROCKER to highlight the Change
Numbers option, and press ENTER.
2. Move the field highlight to the data field you want to change
and press ENTER.
3. Move up or down on the list using the ROCKER to highlight
the data you want to display, and press ENTER. To exit,
press QUIT.
Map Page Options

Full Screen Map/Show Data—toggles between a Map page

without or with data fields on the map display.

To maximize the map/show data fields:

1. Highlight Full Screen Map, and press ENTER. The Map
page is now maximized with no data fields.
2. To show the data fields again, press MENU, highlight Show
Data, and press ENTER.

NOTE: Pointer, Highway, Location, and Sonar field options

are only available on medium and large sized data fields.
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MAIN PAGES > MAP PAGE
You can also choose to merge the four medium default data fields 3. Move the pointer to the end measurement point. The
to a single, large field for better readability or you can split any or bearing and distance from the reference point and pointer
all of the default data fields to show four small data fields. coordinates is displayed in the data window at the top of the
display. Press QUIT to finish.

Single, large data

field Pointer
Coordinates

Default, medium
fields Distance
and Bearing

Split, small
fields Map Pointer

Measure Distance—measures the bearing and distance between

any two points on the map display.
Full screen map shown.
To measure the bearing/distance between two points:
1. Highlight Measure Distance and press ENTER. An
on-screen pointer labeled ENT REF appears on the map
display at your present location.
2. Move the pointer to a reference point (the point that you
want to measure from), and press ENTER.

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 MAIN PAGES > POINTER PAGE
Set Up Map—configures the map display preferences, including Pointer Page
map detail, map orientation, automatic zoom, and various map The Pointer page provides graphic steering guidance to a
items and points. Please refer to “Main Menu Map Tab” on page 64 destination waypoint, with an emphasis on the bearing to your
for more information. destination and current direction of travel. The middle of the
• Defaults—restores settings back to factory settings for the page features a rotating compass ring that shows your course
tab highlighted. over ground (track) while you are moving, and a bearing pointer
that indicates the direction of the destination (bearing) relative
• All Map Defaults—restores settings back to factory settings
to the course over ground. The compass ring and pointer arrow
for all tabs.
work independently to show—at a glance—the direction of your
To change a map setup feature: movement and the direction to your destination. For instance, if
1. From the Map page menu, highlight Set Up Map, and press the arrow points up, you are going directly to the waypoint. If the
ENTER. arrow points any direction other than up, turn toward the arrow
2. Press Left or Right on the ROCKER to highlight a tab, press until it points up—then continue in that direction.
Up or Down on the ROCKER to highlight the setting you
want to change, and press ENTER. The current speed, distance to the next waypoint, turn angle and
3. Press Up or Down on the ROCKER to highlight to a setting,
current location are displayed at the top of the screen. This page
and press ENTER. To exit, press QUIT. provides better steering guidance when traveling at slower speeds
and/or when making frequent directional changes. When you are
Turn Declutter On/Off—toggles between showing BlueChart spot not navigating to a waypoint, the compass ring shows the current
soundings and map outlines for easier viewing. direction of travel but the arrow does not appear.
From the map setup page, you can access the following menu NOTE: The bearing pointer, bearing bug, and compass ring
options by pressing MENU: may point in various directions when you are stationary or at
very low speeds. When you start moving, the pointer is correct.

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MAIN PAGES > NUMBERS PAGE

Current Destination Numbers Page

Go To The Numbers page allows for precision navigation to 1 degree of
Data steerage. The default page displays three large numbers fields. You
Fields can customize the Numbers page to display the size and number
Bearing of fields along with the type data you want to see. See page 31 for
Bug instructions on changing the data fields.
Compass The Numbers page provides a quick reference for the important
Ring
Bearing data you want to display. By default, the page displays three large,
Pointer
user-selectable data fields showing a compass ribbon, speed, and
current location coordinates. You can also choose to show the three
data fields in large lettering for better readability or you can split
The GPSMAP 192C’s Pointer page features a menu page that any or all of the data fields to show four smaller data fields. See
provides access to layout and data field options. The data window, page 31, for detailed instructions on changing the data fields and
located at the top of the page, provides a user-selectable layout layout of the Numbers page.
of various types of useful data. Each data field can be configured
to display several data options. The data window layout can be
configured to display additional data fields and change the size of
the data displayed.
To display and select the Pointer page options:
1. Press MENU.
2. Use the ROCKER to highlight an option, and press ENTER.
For detailed instructions on changing the data fields and
layout of the Pointer page, see page 31.

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 MAIN PAGES > HIGHWAY PAGE

Highway Page
The GPSMAP 192C’s Highway page provides graphic steering
guidance to a destination waypoint, placing greater emphasis on
Numbers Page your straight-line course, and the distance and direction you are
shown with off course. As you head toward your destination, the middle of the
middle data field screen provides visual guidance to your waypoint on a moving
split into four
fields graphic highway. Your present location is at the bottom center of
the highway display. The line down the middle of the highway
represents your course. As you navigate toward a waypoint, the
highway moves—indicating the direction you are off course. To
stay on course, steer toward the center of the highway.
To split the data fields:
1. Press MENU, then press ENTER. Highlight a data field, and
press MENU.
2. Highlight Split Numbers, then press ENTER. Four new data Steer toward
fields appear. Press QUIT to finish. the center of the
3. To return to the original configuration, repeat steps highway or towards
1 and 2, but instead of Split Numbers, select either Merge the black vertical
bar on the compass
Numbers or Defaults. Press QUIT to finish. ribbon to get back
on course.

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MAIN PAGES > HIGHWAY PAGE
The four data fields at the top of the page provide additional user- You can zoom in or out on the Highway display for a smaller or
selectable guidance information. Additionally, a compass ribbon is larger view. Five available settings range from 1X to 16X, with a
displayed to show your current heading along with a dark, vertical default setting of 8X. The current scale appears in the bottom right
bar that indicates the direct bearing to the navigation point. When of the display.
the dark, vertical indicator (or arrow) lines up with the lighter red
bar in the middle, you are heading directly to the navigation point. To zoom in or out on the highway display:
Press either the IN or OUT key to increase or decrease the
Use the Highway page as your primary navigation page in lieu of
zoom scale.
the Pointer page when your main concern is following a defined
course. Highway Page Options
The GPSMAP 192C’s Highway options page defines the data fields
and selects the waypoints and tracks that are displayed. The data
Current window, located at the top of the page, provides a user-selectable
Waypoint
layout of various types of data. Each data field can be configured
to display several data options. The data window layout can be
Data Fields
configured to display additional data fields and change the size of
the data displayed.
Course
To display and select the Highway page options:
1. Press MENU.
Present 2. Using the ROCKER, highlight an option, and press ENTER.
Location
Zoom
Scale

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 MAIN PAGES > ACTIVE ROUTE PAGE

Check or uncheck Active Route Page

the options you The Active Route page shows each point of the active route, with
want to show/not the point name, distance and choice of Course, ETA, Fuel, Leg
show on the
Highway page. Distance, Leg Fuel, Leg Time, Sunrise, Sunset, or Time To for each
point from your present location. The current destination point is
marked with an arrow icon. As you navigate a route, the waypoint
Preview Window list automatically updates to indicate the next active point first. The
Active Route and Route Review pages share many of the same
features and options. For more information on the Active Route
page, see page 17.

Highway Page Set Up NOTE: The Active Route page appears when the unit is
navigating to a destination via a route, TracBack, or Go To.
The following options are available from the Highway page menu:
Set Up Highway—allows you to select what waypoints and
tracks are shown on the Highway display. Use the ROCKER and
ENTER keys to select/deselect options.
Change Numbers—specifies the type of data displayed in each
data field used. For detailed instructions on changing the data fields
and layout of the Highway page, see page 31.

Active Route Page

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MAIN PAGES > ACTIVE ROUTE PAGE
Active Route Page Options Re-evaluate—reactivates the current route and selects the route
The following options are available from the Active Route page: leg closest to your current location as the active leg. The active leg
defines the current from and to waypoints.
• Hide/Show Numbers—see page 31 for instructions (same
as Map page option). To re-evaluate an active route:
• Change Numbers—see page 31 for instructions. 1. From the Active Route page, press MENU.
• Edit on Map—see page 17 for instructions. 2. Using the ROCKER, highlight Re-evaluate, and press
ENTER to recalculate.
• Add Before—see pages 17 for instructions.
• Remove—see pages 17 for instructions.
• Invert—reverses the direction of the route.
• Re-evaluate—recalculates and reactivates the current route.
• Invert—reverses the route.
To invert an active route:
1. From the Active Route page, press MENU.
2. Using the ROCKER, highlight Invert, and press ENTER to
reverse the route.

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 MAIN MENU > GPS TAB

MAIN MENU To select a Menu tab from the Main Menu Page:
1. Press Up or Down on the ROCKER to highlight a tab. The
The GPSMAP 192C’s Main Menu page provides access to various information for the highlighted tab automatically appears
waypoint, system, navigation, interface management, and setup to the right. If you want to select any of the sub tab items,
menus. The 19 Menu tabs are divided into categories by function. press Right on the ROCKER, then press Up or Down to
The Main Menu page is available from any page in the system, and select individual items.
is accessed by pressing MENU twice. See pages 6 for additional 2. Either press MENU for additional submenu options, or press
instructions on changing settings and entering data. ENTER to make changes to the highlighted item. Press Left
on the ROCKER to get back to the Main Menu tabs list.
Sub Tabs 3. Press QUIT to return to the Main Menu page.

GPS Tab
The GPS tab provides a visual reference of satellite acquisition,
receiver status, and accuracy. The status information provides
Main Menu an idea of what the receiver is doing at any given moment. The
Tabs sky view and signal strength bars give you an indication of what
satellites are visible to the receiver and whether or not they are
being tracked. The signal strength is shown on a bar graph for each
satellite, with the satellite number below. As the receiver locks onto
satellites, a signal strength bar appears for each satellite in view.
The progress of satellite acquisition is shown in three stages:
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• No signal strength bars—the receiver is looking for the the status field). The sky view shows a bird’s-eye view of the
satellites indicated. position of each satellite relative to the receiver’s last known
• Light signal strength bars—the receiver has found the location. The outer circle represents the horizon (north up), the
satellite(s) and is collecting data. inner circle 45º above the horizon, and the center point a position
directly overhead. You can also set the sky view to a Track Up
• Dark signal strength bars—the receiver has collected the
configuration, causing the top of the sky view to align along your
necessary data and the satellite(s) are ready for use.
current track heading.

Receiver Status WAAS Capability

Accuracy The GPSMAP 192C is capable of receiving WAAS (Wide Area
DOP
Augmentation System) satellite signals. WAAS is an FAA (Federal
Differential Aviation Administration) funded project to improve the overall
Sky View Status accuracy and integrity of the GPS signal for aviation use, but land/
sea based users can also benefit from this system. At this time, the
Signal Strength system is still in the development stage and is not fully operational.
Bars
There are currently two WAAS satellites that can be received in
the U.S.A., one over the Atlantic Ocean and one over the Pacific
Ocean, in a geo-stationary orbit over the equator. Effective use
The status field indicates a 2D or 3D, when the GPSMAP 192C has of the WAAS satellite signal may be limited by your geographic
collected the necessary data from satellites to calculate a fix. The location in relation to those satellites, now in developmental
unit then updates the location, date, and time. service. WAAS satellite signal reception requires an absolute
You can use the sky view to help determine if any satellites clear view of the sky and works best when there are no nearby
are being blocked, and whether you have a current location fix obstructions such as buildings, mountains.
(indicated by a 2D, 2D Differential, 3D, or 3D Differential in
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WAAS satellites are numbered 33 or higher when viewing the sky To Disable/Enable WAAS capability:
view on your GPSMAP 192C. Initial reception of the WAAS signal 1. From the GPS tab, press MENU.
can take up to 15-20 minutes, then 1-2 minutes afterwards. When 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight WAAS Off or WAAS On, and
WAAS differential correction has been received for GPS satellites press ENTER.
(numbers 32 or below), a D appears in the signal bar of the sky
view and 2D or 3D Differential appears in the receiver status. To
learn more about the WAAS system, its satellite positions and
current state of development, visit the FAA web site
(http://gps.faa.gov). Since WAAS requires CPU resources of the
GPSMAP 192C to search for and track the satellites, you can
disable the WAAS feature to improve unit performance if WAAS
reception is not available in your area. Refer to the “Appendix” for
more information.

Highlight WAAS Off, and press ENTER

to disable the WAAS capabilities.

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• AutoLocate—the receiver is looking for any satellite whose The Differential Receiver status shows one of the following:
almanac has been collected. This process can take up to five
• Off—No optional beacon receiver attached or enabled in the
minutes.
Comm menu or WAAS Off.
• Acquiring Satellites—the receiver is looking for and
• Searching For WAAS—WAAS is enabled and receiver is
collecting data from satellites visible at its last known or
searching for WAAS signal
initialized position, but has not collected enough data to
calculate a fix. • Using WAAS—WAAS capability enabled and unit receiving
WAAS corrections.
• 2D—at least three satellites with good geometry have been
acquired and a 2 dimensional position fix (latitude and • No Beacon Signal—DGPS receiver attached, but not
longitude) is being calculated. “2D Differential” appears transmitting RTCM data to GPS.
when you are receiving DGPS corrections in 2D mode and a • Tuning Beacon—receiver is tuning manual DGPS
D shows on the strength bar of satellites being corrected. frequency.
• 3D—at least four satellites with good geometry have been • Receiving Beacon—unit is receiving DGPS corrections.
acquired and your location is now being calculated in • Scanning Beacon—DGPS receiver is scanning for available
latitude, longitude and elevation. “3D Differential” appears frequency.
when you are receiving DGPS corrections in 3D mode and a The Differential SNR (Signal to Noise Ratio) indicates, on a scale
D shows on the strength bar of satellites being corrected. to 0-30db with 30db being the best, the strength of the DGPS
• Poor GPS Coverage—the receiver is no longer tracking signal being received. The SNR depends upon the mounting of
enough satellites for a 2D or 3D fix. your DGPS receiver and the distance from the DGPS transmitting
• Receiver Not Usable—the receiver is unusable, possibly station. If no optional DGPS receiver is used with the GPSMAP
due to interference or abnormal satellite conditions. Turn the 192C, the DGPS Rcvr field displays Off.
unit off and back on to reset.
• Simulating—the receiver is in Simulator Mode.
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GPS Tab Options Tide Tab
The GPS tab features an options page that provides access to The Tide tab shows a graphical chart that displays tide station
functions and features relating to the GPS Info display. information in a 24 hour span starting at midnight station time. You
can choose from different dates and more than 3,000 tide stations.
To display and select the GPS Tab options:
1. Press MENU.
2. Using the ROCKER, highlight an option, and press ENTER. Station
Name
NOTE: If a DGPS receiver is attached to the unit and Garmin Date
DGPS, RTCM In/NMEA Out, or Other DGPS is enabled on
Port 2, WAAS is automatically disabled (WAAS Off). It is not
Tide
possible for the GPSMAP 192C to receive WAAS and DGPS Chart
corrections at the same time.
Event
Times

Tide Tab

The top of the page displays the tide station being referenced,
below that the date. The top of the chart shows a 24-hour block of
local time (LCL) for your location, with the reported station time
(STA) appearing at the bottom. Daytime (light bar) and nighttime
(dark bar) show across the time scale, with the time progressing
from left to right. (Local time scales and sunrise/sunset info may
GPS Tab Options
not be available for a few stations). The solid, light vertical lines

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are in 4-hour increments, and the light, dotted vertical lines are in The tide curve shows as a shaded area, with higher tides being
1-hour increments. A solid, vertical line (with the current time box taller (blue) and lower tides shorter (red). The solid, horizontal
at the top) indicates the time of day when using current date and line (with the current tide box on the left) indicates the current tide
intersects the tide graph to show their relation. height. The figure to the left of the line shows the current tide level
in feet. The Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW) appears as a solid,
horizontal line near the bottom of the chart (This line only appears
if the tide ranges to the zero value or below). The numbers directly
below/above LCL and STA indicate the maximum/minimum levels,
respectively. The four data fields below the chart, indicate event
You can select from times and levels the tide changes starting in the upper left field,
a list of nearest
stations. going downward, then to the upper right and down again.

To select the nearest tide station from you current

location:
1. From the Tide tab, highlight the At field, and press ENTER.
Local Time Day 2. Highlight a station on the list, and press ENTER twice.
Max. Level Current Time Bar
High Tide Current Tide
Curve Height Bar
Low Tide
Curve MLLW
Min. Level Night
Station Time

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Automatically search for the nearest station using a variety of To select a tide station from the map:
search locations. You must select a location within 100 nm of a 1. When the search results appear, press FIND, highlight Tide
tide station. If you are not within this range, you see a message Stations, press ENTER, and then press MENU.
“None Found.” Use the Nearest To Other Find option and select a 2. Highlight Nearest To Other, and press ENTER.
location closer to a tide station. 3. Select a location on the map, and press ENTER.
4. A list appears showing the nearest tide stations. Highlight
a station, and press ENTER twice. If the None Found
message appears, repeat steps 1-4 until you find a station.
To change the date for the tide chart:
1. Using the ROCKER, highlight the On field, and press
ENTER.
2. Enter the date, and press ENTER.
To use the current date:
Press MENU, highlight Use Today’s Date, and press
ENTER.

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Move the time bar on the tide chart in 5 minute increments to show Trip Tab
tide heights at various times on the chart. The Trip tab displays the Trip Odometer, Moving Average speed,
Total Average speed, Maximum Speed, Stopped Time, Moving
To see tide heights at various times on the chart:
1. Press MENU, highlight Move Cursor, and press ENTER.
Time, Total Time, and Odometer. To reset the data, choos from
Reset Trip, Reset Max Speed, Reset Odometer, or Reset All, and
2. Press Left or Right on the ROCKER to change the time.
press ENTER.
Press QUIT when finished or press MENU, highlight Stop
Moving Cursor, and press ENTER.

Move the pointer to see

tide heights at different
times. Tide data shows
in a black box when in
cursor mode.

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 MAIN MENU > CELES TAB

Celes (Celestial) Tab To choose a position:

The Celestial tab displays celestial data for sun and moon rise/set, 1. From the Celes tab, highlight the At field, and press
moon phase, and approximate skyview location of the sun and ENTER.
moon. The moon phase displays the current visible portion of the 2. From the Find list highlight any category, except Other
moon as a light color. You can display this data for your current Location, and press ENTER. If you want to reference a Find
item, select from the Find list, and press ENTER.
location, a location from the map, or a Find item location. Use the
current data, or select a different date and time. 3. Select an item from the list or tab lists, and press ENTER.
For a location from the map, choose Other Location, press
ENTER, select a location on the map, and press ENTER.
Position 4. From the Find item detail page, highlight OK, and press
ENTER.
Date/Time The location the unit is using appears in the Date/Time/Position
Skyview Sun/Moon field. The time tables displayed is based upon your current time
Window Event Times zone. When using a position from another location outside of your
time zone, you need to set the Time Zone for that location. See
Moon Phase page 62 for more information on setting time zones.
Sun Position
Moon
Position
Overhead (90°) Horizon (0°)
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Points Tab
The Main Menu Points tab features two waypoint sub tabs, User
and Proximity, that allow you manage a large number of waypoints
quickly and efficiently. The sub tabs also provide a continuously
updated proximity waypoint alarm function that can be used to
define an alarm circle around items such as submerged hazards or
shallow waters.

Sub Tabs

Celestial Tab Menu

To change the time or date:

1. From the Celes tab, use the ROCKER to highlight the date Main Menu
Tabs
or time, and press ENTER.
2. Enter a new date or time, and press ENTER.
To use current date and time:
From the Celes tab, press MENU, use the ROCKER to
highlight Use Current Date and Time, and press ENTER.

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To select the Points (Waypoint) sub tab: The following options are available from the User sub tab of the
1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Points menu tab. A list of Points tab:
stored waypoints appear to the right of the Main Menu list.
• Create Waypoint—allows you to create a waypoint. (See
2. Press Right one time on the ROCKER. The User tab is now
page 8 for creating a waypoint)
highlighted.
3. Press down on the ROCKER until a waypoint is highlighted. • Delete Waypoint—deletes selected waypoint from and
waypoint list and route.
User Waypoint List • Delete By Symbol—deletes waypoints that uses the same
The first waypoint sub tab list available from the Points tab is symbol.
the User list, that displays a master list of all waypoints currently
• Delete All—deletes all waypoints from the unit.
stored in memory. From the User list, review, edit, rename or
delete individual waypoints, or delete all user waypoints. The NOTE: When a waypoint is deleted from the list, it cannot be
total number of stored and available waypoints is displayed at the recovered from the unit. It is advisable to backup important
bottom of the User page, with the stored waypoints arranged in waypoints to a computer using an optional PC cable and
numerical/alphabetical order. interface software or record them manually.

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To display the waypoint menu options: To delete an individual waypoint from the list:
Using the ROCKER, highlight the User tab, and press 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the waypoint to delete, and
MENU. press MENU.
To scroll through and review the waypoint list: 2. Highlight Delete Waypoint, and press ENTER. You can
1. With the ROCKER, highlight the Points tab from the main also highlight the waypoint, press ENTER, then highlight
menu page and then highlight User. Delete and press ENTER.
2. Use the ROCKER to scroll through the list. 3. Press ENTER to confirm the deletion warning.
3. Press ENTER to review the highlighted waypoint on the
Waypoint Edit page.
4. Press ENTER to return to the list and automatically highlight
the next waypoint.
To search for a waypoint by name:
1. Highlight the name field, and press ENTER.
2. Use the ROCKER to select the first letter of the name.
3. Move to the Right, and enter the second letter, if you do not
see the name in the list below.
4. Repeat this until the name appears. Press ENTER when
you see the name.
5. Highlight the name on the list, and press ENTER again
to review the waypoint. When finished, highlight OK, and
press ENTER.

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To delete waypoints by symbol: Proximity Waypoint List
1. From the User sub tab, highlight the waypoint to delete, and The Proximity list allows you to define an alarm circle around a
press MENU. Select Delete By Symbol, and press ENTER. stored waypoint location, and can be used to help you avoid reefs,
2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the symbol of the waypoint(s) rocks, or restricted waters. Up to ten waypoints can be listed, with
to delete, and press ENTER. a maximum alarm radius of 99.99 nautical or statute miles or
3. Press ENTER to confirm. To stop the deletion, choose kilometers. If a proximity alarm circle overlaps with an existing
Cancel, or press QUIT. alarm circle, a “Proximity Overlaps Another Proximity Waypoint”
To delete all waypoints or the entire waypoint list: message appears. Because the unit only alerts for one of the
1. Press MENU to select the options window. overlap points, use caution when navigating in these areas. If you
2. Use the ROCKER to highlight Delete All, and press enter an alarm circle overlap, you are only alerted to the closest
ENTER. proximity waypoint.
3. Highlight OK, and press ENTER to confirm.

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To add a proximity waypoint: To turn on or off proximity alarms:
1. Use the ROCKER to highlight an empty space on the 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the field below Proximity
Proximity list, and press ENTER. The Find screen appears. Alarm, and press ENTER.
Highlight Waypoints, and press ENTER. 2. Select the ON or OFF setting, and press ENTER.
2. To select a waypoint from the lists, use the ROCKER to
highlight a waypoint from the User or Nearest tab. To display the waypoint menu options:
Using the ROCKER, highlight the Proximity tab, and press
To select a waypoint from the map, highlight either the MENU.
User or Nearest tab, and press MENU. With Select From
Map highlighted, press ENTER. Use the zoom In and Out To clear one or all proximity waypoint(s) from the list:
buttons and the ROCKER to highlight a waypoint. 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the proximity waypoint, and
3. Press ENTER to confirm. The distance field is now press MENU.
highlighted. 2. To clear a single alarm, highlight Delete Alarm, and press
4. Press ENTER to begin entry of the proximity radius. ENTER.
5. Use the ROCKER to enter a distance value (to 99.99 units), 3. To clear all proximity waypoints, select the Delete All
and press ENTER. option, and press ENTER.
4. Use the ROCKER to highlight OK, and press ENTER.
The following options are available from the Proximity submenu of
Proximity Waypoint the Points tab:
Proximity Circle • Delete Alarm—removes selected waypoint from proximity
list.
A dashed circle
appears showing • Delete All—removes all waypoints from proximity list.
the alert boundary
for the proximity
waypoints.

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 MAIN MENU > ROUTES TAB

Routes Tab
The GPSMAP 192C Route List page displays all the routes
currently stored in memory, along with a descriptive name for each
If you highlight a route
route. When a route has been created, it can be activated and used name from the Route List
for navigation with the NAV key. A route can be followed in the and press NAV, the name
same sequence as it was originally created, or you can invert the automatically appears.
route and navigate from the end waypoint back to the beginning
waypoint. From the Route list menu, you can choose New Route
(page 17), Copy Route, Delete Route, or Delete All.

To activate a route with the NAV key: To deactivate (stop navigation) of a route:
1. From any page, press NAV, using the ROCKER, highlight Press NAV, highlight Stop Navigation, and press ENTER.
Follow Route, and press ENTER. If you highlight a route To copy or delete a route:
from the Route List or Route Review page, and press 1. From the Route List, highlight the route you want to copy or
NAV. The window automatically displays, Follow <the delete using the ROCKER, and press MENU.
route name>.
2. Choose either Copy Route or Delete Route and press
2. Highlight the route you want to navigate and press ENTER. ENTER. With OK highlighted, press ENTER again to
3. Choose Activate or Invert and Activate and press ENTER. confirm a deletion. Copy uses the same route name with
Activate uses the route as is. Invert and Activate reverses an additional number, starting at 1, at the end of the route
the route, then activates. name.
To delete all routes:
1. From the Route List, press MENU.
2. Highlight Delete All and press ENTER. With OK
highlighted, press ENTER again to confirm the deletion.

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Route Review Page
When you have created a route, the Route Review page allows you Route Name
to review and modify the route displayed.

To display the Route Review page: Data Fields

1. Press MENU twice, highlight the Route tab.
2. Highlight the route you want to review, and press ENTER. Route Points

Data Totals

The Route Review page also allows you to enter your own 15-
character name for any listed route. By default, the name includes
the first and last waypoints in the route.

To enter a custom route name:

1. From the Route Review page, highlight the name field, and
press ENTER to begin editing.
Route List Menu 2. Use the ROCKER to enter a name. Press ENTER when
finished.

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When you are on the Route Review page, you can review the route Route Review Menu Options
points (waypoints or map items) one at a time from the list. Menu options available from the Route Review page are Edit on
Map, Add Before, Remove, and Trip Planning.
To review individual route points:
1. Highlight a point, and press ENTER.
2. On the waypoint review window, you can choose Next
(highlight the next point on the route list), Show Map (show
the point on a map window), or Delete (permanently delete
the waypoint from the unit), and press ENTER.
When you are back on the route point list, the next point in the
route is automatically highlighted. This allows you to review each
point on the route by pressing ENTER repeatedly.

Highlight a point, and press ENTER to review it.

Route Review Options Menu

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Edit on Map—allows you to review and modify the route To add turns at the beginning or end of the route:
displayed for each point (waypoint or map item) on a map page. 1. Select the first (to add waypoints to the beginning of the
Use the pointer to insert a new route point on a route leg, review route) or last (to add waypoints to the end of the route)
the waypoint, or map item. route waypoint with the map pointer, and press MENU.
2. Highlight the Add option and press ENTER.
To edit the route on the map:
From the Route Review page, press MENU, highlight 3. Move the pointer to the new point or location, and press
Edit on Map, and press ENTER. ENTER.
4. If you are not inserting an existing waypoint, press ENTER
To edit a route point: to confirm the new waypoint.
Use the ROCKER to highlight a route waypoint, and press
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to insert additional waypoints, or
MENU.
press QUIT to finish.
To review a route point: The GPSMAP 192C’s route edit mode also allows you to insert a
Highlight the point, and press ENTER. Press ENTER again new route waypoint in any route leg using the map pointer.
when finished.
A pop-up menu of editing choices appear, with options for To insert a new waypoint between two existing route
removing, moving (user waypoints only), or adding turns to the waypoints:
beginning or end of the route. 1. Use the ROCKER to select the leg you want to insert the
new waypoint in (the route line is now highlighted and a
To remove a route waypoint: dotted line appears when the leg is selected), and press
Highlight the Remove option, and press ENTER. ENTER.
2. Move the pointer to the new map location, existing
To move a route waypoint:
waypoint, or map item (ADD is displayed below the arrow
1. Highlight the Move option, and press ENTER.
and the route lines move with the arrow), and press ENTER.
2. Move the pointer to the new map location, and press
3. If you are not inserting an existing point, press ENTER to
ENTER.
confirm the new waypoint.
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Add Before—inserts a waypoint into the list of route points or add
a point(s) onto the end of the route.
Drag the route
To insert a point into the route, or add a point to leg to an existing
waypoint (shown),
the end: map item, or a
1. From either the Route Review or Active Route pages, use blank spot on the
the ROCKER to highlight the point you want to insert the map to create a
new point before (to add a point to the end, highlight the new route point.
blank field at the bottom of the list), and press MENU.
2. Highlight Add Before, and press ENTER.
3. From the Find menu, highlight Waypoints, and press Remove—removes a point (waypoint or map item) from a route.
ENTER. (You can also choose from other points, such as This option is available from both the Route Review and Active
Cities or Tide Stations from this list.) From either the User Route pages.
or Nearest From Current Location tab lists, choose the
waypoint you want and press ENTER twice. (See page 50 To remove a point from a route:
for searching for waypoints by name.) 1. From either the Route Review or Active Route pages, use
Or the ROCKER to highlight the point to remove, and press
To select a waypoint from the map, highlight the User or MENU.
Nearest tab and press MENU. With Select From Map 2. Highlight Remove, and press ENTER.
highlighted, press ENTER. Use the zoom IN and OUT
buttons and the ROCKER to highlight a waypoint on the
map, and press ENTER.

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Trip Planning—the Route Review and Active Route pages also
display trip-planning information for each leg or the entire route.
Available information includes Course, ETA, Fuel (to point),
Leg Distance, Leg Fuel, Leg Time, Sunrise and Sunset (at point Trip
location), and Time To (point). Planning
Data Fields
To use the Trip Planning feature:
1. To select a planning field, highlight a route from the Route
List, and press ENTER to display the Route Review page.
2. One of nine available planning fields appears to the right of
each route waypoint and its distance. Press Left or Right on NOTE: Fuel flow rates on your unit are measured in units
the ROCKER to select an item. per hour. System setting changes for units of measure (statute,
3. To enter planning information, from the Route Review nautical or metric) do not affect the fuel flow measure. You
page only, press MENU, and select Trip Planning from should enter fuel flow rates based on available information
the options list. Enter the figures for Speed, Fuel Flow, for your vehicle’s (operator’s manual, or performance
Departure Time, and Departure Date. Press QUIT to return specifications.) Make note of the units of measure (gallons or
to the Route Plan page. liters.)

Delete Route—deletes a route from the Route List. Waypoints and

map items are not deleted from unit memory.

To delete a route:
1. From the Route Review page, press MENU.
2. Highlight Delete Route, press ENTER, and press ENTER
again to confirm the deletion.

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Track Tab Saved Sub Tab

The Track tab allows you specify whether or not to record a track The Saved sub tab displays and manages a list of any saved track
log, define how it is recorded, or save track log data for future use. logs, allows for TracBack activation, and map display of saved
The Track Logs page also provides an indicator of the memory logs. The active log stores up to approximately 2,500 track log
used for the active track log and options to clear the track memory points, based on the criteria specified in the Track settings. Up to
or start a TracBack route. See pages 14 for TracBack information. 15 track logs can be saved in memory, with up to 500 track log
The Track submenu is divided in two sub tabs: Active tab and points in each saved log. A TracBack can be activated from any of
Saved tab. the saved tracks on this tab.

Active Sub Tab

The Active sub tab is for the active log (the log currently being
recorded). It displays track memory used and current settings.

Saved Track Tab

Active Track Tab

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For the Active tab, the following settings are available: • Value—defines the distance or time used to record the track
log.
• Record Mode—contains three track recording options:
• Save—saves the current active track log.
Off—the track log is not recorded. Selecting the Off setting
prevents you from using the TracBack feature. • Erase—clears the active track log stored in memory.
Fill—a track log is recorded until the track memory is full. For the Saved tab, the following menu options are available:
Wrap—records the track log is continuously recorded, • Review On Map—displays the saved track log on a Track
wrapping through the available memory (replacing the oldest Map page.
track data with new data). • Delete Track—deletes highlighted saved track log from
• Interval—defines the frequency the track plots are recorded. memory.
Three interval settings are available: • Delete All—deletes all saved track logs from memory.
Distance—records track based on a user-defined distance
between points.
Time—records track plot based on a user-defined time
interval.
Resolution—records track plot based on a user-defined
variance from your course over ground. The resolution
option is the default setting and is recommended for the most
efficient use of memory and TracBack performance. The
distance value (entered in the value field) is the maximum
error allowed from the true course before recording a track
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You can use the Review On Map option to display a saved track on DSC Tab
a Track Map page. Digital Selective Calling (DSC) uses marine VHF radio and Global
Positioning System (GPS) technologies to transmit and receive
To activate a TracBack from the Saved tab list:
1. Using the ROCKER, highlight a track, and press NAV.
location information. DSC is used by mariners to assist them in two
major areas: Distress Calls and Position Reporting. See page 22
2. The Follow <track name> automatically appears
and the “Appendix” for more information on DSC and using it with
highlighted. Press ENTER.
your GPSMAP 192C.
3. Choose either Original, which navigates you from the end
to the start of your trip, or Reverse, which navigates you
from the start to the end of your trip, and press ENTER.

The track name

automatically
appears when
highlighted on
the Saved list and
NAV is pressed.

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MAIN MENU > CARD AND TIME TABS

Card Tab Time Tab

The Card tab contains options for saving waypoints, routes and The time tab displays the current time and date, allows you to
tracks to a data card. When data is saved to a data card, it can be adjust the 12 or 24 hour time format, enter a time zone, and adjust
exchanged with other compatible units and Garmin’s MapSource for daylight saving time.
PC program.
The following options are available:
To transfer data to/from a data card: • Time Format—choose from 12 or 24 hour (military) time
1. Insert the data card. From the Card tab, select the check format.
box next to each type of item you want to transfer.
• Time Zone—choose your correct time zone to show correct
2. Highlight Save To Card, and press ENTER to save the
selected items to the data card.
local time or enter a UTC Offset. The UTC (also called
Greenwich Time) offset is how many hours you are ahead or
3. If transferring data from the card to the unit, highlight Merge
behind the time line.
From Card, and press ENTER to combine the selected
items with those of your GPS. Highlight Replace From • Daylight Savings Time—choose from Auto, On, or Off to
Card, and press ENTER to overwrite all selected items on adjust for daylight saving time.
your GPS.
4. A Transfer Complete message appears after the data is
transferred. Press QUIT.

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Pages Tab You can also press Menu, choose from one of the following, and
The Pages tab allows you to turn on/off any of the main pages or press ENTER:
Jump To a particular page. You can also set the page that appears • All Pages—selects all pages.
first when you turn on the unit or enable/disable the GPS Info on
• Chartplotter Only—selects the Map page only.
the initial screen.
• Nav Tools Only—selects the Pointer, Numbers, Highway,
To select/deselect a main page: and Active Route pages only.
Use the ROCKER to highlight the box to the left of the page • Basic Fishfinder—selects the Sonar page only if equipped
name. Pressing ENTER selects/deselects that page. When
with an external Sonar Module.
a page is selected a check mark appears in the box. You
must leave at least one page checked. • Defaults—selects all pages.
To set the first page:
Use the ROCKER to highlight the First page option and First Page
press ENTER. Highlight the page you want to appear first, Option
and press ENTER.

Pages Tab

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MAIN MENU > MAP TAB

Map Tab • AutoZoom—On, Off: when On the map automatically

The Map tab changes the display properties of the Map page. adjusts the map scale to a lower scale as you approach you
The following pages contain descriptions of the Map tab’s eight destination point.
sub tabs. • Color Mode—For Sun, For Dark: controls colors change to
correct for day and night lighting conditions.
General Tab
Source Tab

• Detail—Most, More, Normal, Less, Least: controls how

much map detail is displayed. This setting only applies to • Basemap—On/Off: turns on or off the built-in base map.
map features set to Auto. Features that have a specified scale • Data Card Maps—On/Off: turns on or off all BlueChart or
or are turned Off are unaffected by this setting. MapSource data loaded in the unit or on the data card.
• Orientation—North Up: fixes the top of the map display to • Built-in Maps—On/Off: turns on or off all built-in
a north heading. Track Up: fixes the top of the map display BlueChart maps.
to the current track heading. Course Up: fixes the map so the
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To display the Map Information page: Waypoints Tab
1. Highlight the Detail option box, and press ENTER.
2. Use the ROCKER to scroll through the list of maps.
3. To select/deselect a map, highlight the check box to the
left of the name of a map. Press ENTER to select/deselect
the map. The map is selected and is displayed on the Map
page when a check mark appears in the box adjacent to The Waypoints and Active Route options each contain adjustments
that map. for Text and Zoom.
4. To display detailed information and notes for each area,
• Text—None, Small, Medium, and Large: controls the screen
highlight a name and press ENTER. To view the notes for
that area, choose Show Notes. To scroll through the notes, size of the name.
highlight the notes, press ENTER, and use the ROCKER • Zoom—Auto, Off, 120 ft-800 mi: sets the maximum scale
to scroll Up, Down, Left, and Right, or press MENU and features should appear on the Map page. Some types of data
choose a scroll option. only show up at specific zoom scales.

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MAIN MENU > MAP TAB
Points Tab Navaids Tab

The Spot Soundings, Tide Stations, and Services options each • Symbol Set—Auto, Garmin, NOAA, International: controls
contain adjustments for Text and Zoom. the navaid symbol set.
• Text—None (except Spot Snd.), Small, Medium, and Large: • Text Size—Small, Medium, and Large: controls the screen
controls the screen size of the name. size of the name.
• Zoom—Auto, Off, 120 ft-800 mi: sets the maximum scale • Light Sectors—Off, Auto, On: controls the drawing light
features should appear on the Map page. Some types of data sectors on the map.
only show up to specific zoom scales.

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Nav Line Tab Other Tab

• Heading Line—On/Off: draws an extension from the end of • Accuracy Circle—On/Off: toggles the circle On and Off.
the boat icon in the direction of travel. The circle represents the approximate accuracy of the unit
• Bearing Line—On/Off: toggles the black/white line that based on EPE, DOP, and basemap quality. Your location is
points to the current navigation point. within the circle.
• Course Line—Auto, Off, 120 ft-800 mi: sets the maximum • Lat/Lon Grid—Text—None, Small, Medium, and Large:
zoom scale the course line appears on the screen. controls the screen size of the name. Zoom—Auto, Off, 120
ft-800 mi: sets the maximum scale the feature should appear.
Track Tab
• Map Outlines—On/Off: toggles the coverage boxes for
BlueChart/MapSource data On and Off.

The Saved Tracks and Track Log options each contain adjustments
for Zoom.
• Zoom—Auto, Off, 120 ft-800 mi: sets the maximum scale
the feature should appear on the Map page. Some types of
data only show up to specific zoom scales.
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MAIN MENU > HIWAY, TEMP, AND SONAR TABS

Hiway (Highway) Tab Sonar Tab

The Highway tab contains display settings for the Highway page. The Sonar tab contains setup options for the Sonar page. The Sonar
Please refer to the “Highway Page” section on page 35. page is not active if you do not have an external Sonar Module with
transducer. Please refer to the “Using Sonar” section on page 78 for
Temp (Temperature) Tab more information on sonar setup options.
The Temperature tab displays the water temperature log. The
temperature log requires input from a temperature transducer/
sensor. The most recent temperature measured displays on the far
right side of the chart with the history trailing to the left. The dotted
lines within the chart indicate intervals in the temperature scale and
the duration of time.
The following settings are available:
• Temperature Scale—controls the temperature range for
displaying the log. Select Auto to have the unit automatically
determine the best range, or select a span of 2, 4, 6, 8, or 10
degrees.
• Time Duration—controls the number of temperature
readings displayed on the log. Shorter time durations display
a greater the number of log points. Use longer time durations
to detect temperature trends, instead of immediate readings.

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 MAIN MENU > SYSTM TAB

Systm (System) Tab The following option is also available from the Systm tab:
The System tab controls system setting for beeper, speed filter, • System Information—displays the unit’s software, basemap
languages, system mode, and simulator controls, restores factory version, and electronic serial number.
settings, displays software version, and prepares software update
• Prepare SW Update Card—prepares a data card to accept
cards.
software updates from your computer through the data card
The following settings are available: programmer.
• Beeper—Off, Alarms Only, Key and Alarm: controls audible Press MENU for the following options:
beeps for keys and alarms. • Defaults—restores settings on Systm page to default values.
• Speed Filter—Off, Auto, On: averages speed-readings. • All Unit Defaults—restores all settings to Garmin’s original
• Language—displays the on-screen display languages. setup values for the entire unit.
• System Mode—sets Normal or Simulator Mode.
• Set Position*—sets your location while in Simulator Mode.
See page 3 for additional instructions.
• Track Control*—Auto Track, User Track: controls your
heading in Simulator Mode.
• Track*—sets your heading in Simulator Mode.
• Speed*—sets your speed in Simulator Mode.
• Transducer*—sets a transducer type.
* These fields are only available when the unit is in Simulator
Mode.

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MAIN MENU > UNITS TAB

Units Tab • Map Datum—sets the datum reference used to determine

The Unit tab defines the Position Format, Map Datum, Heading, a given location. The default setting is WGS 84. The
Distance, Speed, Elevation, Depth, and Temperature units. unit automatically chooses the best datum depending on
your chosen position format. Datums are used to describe
The following settings are available: geographic locations for surveying, mapping, and navigation.
• Position Format—changes the coordinate system. You You should only change the datum if you are using a map or
should only change the position format if you are using a chart that specifies a different datum.
map or chart that specifies a different position format or want WARNING: Selecting the wrong map datum can result in
to use a format you are familiar with. substantial position errors. Unless otherwise specified by
For additional information on Loran TD setup, see pages 108. the navigation documentation you are using, use the default
WGS 84 datum for best overall performance.
NOTE: The Units tab settings affects how navigation
information is displayed on the GPSMAP 192C. When in doubt,
seek assistance.
If you are using a map or chart in conjunction with your
GPS, make sure the settings under the Units tab of the
GPSMAP 192C match that of the map or chart. This
information should be displayed somewhere on the map or
chart. If the information is not present, contact the map or
chart maker to determine what position format, datum, heading
and units of measure are being used for the map or chart.

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• Heading—selects the reference used in calculating heading
information. You can select from Auto Mag Var, True, Grid,
and User Mag Var. Auto Mag Var provides magnetic north
heading references that are automatically determined from
your current location. True provides headings based on a
true north reference. Grid provides headings based on a grid Manually enter a
magnetic variation.
north reference (and is used in conjunction with the grid
position formats described on page 70). User Mag Var allows
you to specify the magnetic variation at your current location
and provides magnetic north heading references based upon
the variation you enter.
• Distance, Speed and Elevation—select the units of measure
To enter a user defined magnetic variation:
1. With the Heading field set to User Mag Var, highlight the for distance, speed, and elevation readouts in Nautical
heading reference field (immediately to the right), and press (nm, kt, m), Statute (mi, mh, ft), or Metric (km, kh, m) terms.
ENTER. • Depth—select units of measurement for depth in Feet (ft),
2. Use the ROCKER to enter the magnetic variation at your Fathoms (fa) or Meters (m).
current location, and press ENTER. • Temperature—select the units of measure for temperature
WARNING: If User Mag Var is selected, you must periodically in Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C).
update the magnetic variation as your location changes. Using
this setting, the unit does not automatically calculate and
update the magnetic variation at your present location. Failure
to update this setting can result in substantial differences
between the information displayed on your unit and external
references, such as a magnetic compass.

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MAIN MENU > COMM TAB

Comm (Communications) Tab • NMEA In/NMEA Out—supports the input/output of

The Communications tab controls the input/output format used standard NMEA 0183 data, and sonar NMEA input support
when connecting your GPSMAP 192C to external NMEA devices, for the DPT, MTW and VHW sentences.
such as an external Sonar Module, a DGPS beacon receiver, a • None—provides no interfacing capabilities.
personal computer, or another Garmin unit.
Port 2
NOTE: If a DGPS receiver is used, WAAS capability is • Garmin Remote Sonar—supports a Garmin external Sonar
automatically turned to Off. See page 99 for wiring and NMEA Module interface.
version information.
• Garmin DGPS—supports connections with a Garmin DGPS
The unit supports two input/output ports. beacon receiver.
Port 1 • Other DGPS—supports DGPS input using a standard
• Garmin Data Transfer—is the proprietary format used RTCM format, without any output capabilities.
to upload/download MapSource data, exchange waypoint, • NMEA In/NMEA Out—supports the input/output of
route, track, almanac, and proximity data with a PC or standard NMEA 0183 data, and sonar NMEA input support
another Garmin unit. When you select Garmin Data Transfer, for the DPT, MTW and VHW sentences. You can also adjust
there are 11 Transfer Modes to choose from: Host, Request the NMEA output.
Almanac, Request Proximity, Request Routes, Request • RTCM In/NMEA Out—supports Differential GPS (DGPS)
Tracks, Request Waypoints, Send Almanac, Send Proximity, input using a standard RTCM format and also provides
Send Routes, Send Tracks, and Send Waypoints. NMEA 0183 output.
• Garmin Remote Sonar—supports a Garmin external Sonar • None—provides no interfacing capabilities.
Module interface.

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To select a transfer mode:
1. Use the ROCKER to select Garmin Data Transfer in the
Serial Data Format field.
2. Highlight the Transfer Mode field, and press ENTER.
3. Use the ROCKER to select the setting, and press ENTER.
Advanced NMEA settings to adjust the NMEA output are available
if you have one of the ports set to NMEA In/NMEA. Advanced
NMEA settings enable/disable certain sentences and adjust the
number of Lat/Lon output precision digits. Settings affects both
Port 1 and Port 2 NMEA outputs.
When transferring data between two Garmin
units, always set one to Host and use the other
unit to either Send or Request data.

To select an input/output format:

1. Select the Port tab, highlight the Serial Data Format field,
and press ENTER.
2. Use the ROCKER to select the setting, and press ENTER.

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To adjust the NMEA output: To restore the Serial Data Format settings back to the
1. From the Comm tab, press MENU, highlight NMEA Setup, default Garmin Data Transfer:
and press ENTER. From the Comm tab, press MENU, highlight Defaults, and
2. Highlight an option, and press ENTER. press ENTER.
3. Use the ROCKER to select the setting, and press ENTER. If Garmin DGPS or RTCM In/NMEA Out format is selected,
Press QUIT to return to the Comm tab. additional fields are provided to control a Garmin differential
beacon receiver directly from your GPSMAP 192C. The unit can
automatically scan for the DGPS beacon signal, or you can enter
the beacon frequency and bit rate on the unit and the information is
used to tune the beacon receiver.

To have the unit automatically scan for a frequency:

1. With the unit set to Garmin DGPS or RTCM In/NMEA Out,
use the ROCKER to highlight the Beacon field, and press
ENTER.
2. Highlight Scan, and press ENTER. The numbers in the
Frequency field changes as the unit scans from 284 kHz to
325 kHz, 200 bit rate, then 100 at 6-second intervals.
Advanced NMEA Output
Setup Page

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To manually enter a frequency and bit rate:
1. With the unit set to Garmin DGPS or RTCM In/NMEA Out,
use the ROCKER to highlight the Beacon field, and press
ENTER.
Status Field
2. Highlight User, and press ENTER.
SNR and Distance 3. Highlight the Frequency or Bit Rate field, press ENTER,
shows data when enter a frequency or bit rate, and press ENTER when
signal is received. finished.
The Status field shows one of the following:
• Tuning—the unit is attempting to tune to the specified
NOTE: The DGPS beacon transmitters are operated by
frequency and bit rate.
the U.S. Coast Guard (or similar government agency in • Scanning—the unit is automatically scanning through the
other countries), and are responsible for their accuracy and frequencies and bit rates.
maintenance. For DGPS transmitter problems or to find the • Receiving—the unit is receiving DGPS signal and ready for
most updated list of frequencies and coverage areas, contact
operation.
your local USCG, or see their web site at
http://www.navcen.uscg.mil/. • Check Wiring—the unit is not making connection with
DGPS receiver.
To restart the scan:
Press MENU, highlight Restart Scan, and press ENTER. When the unit is receiving a DGPS signal, the SNR (Signal to
Noise Ratio) and Distance fields show data. The SNR range is
0dB to 30dB, with 30 being the best. The Distance is based on the
signal broadcast from the DGPS site.

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MAIN MENU > ALARM TAB

Alarm Tab • Arrival—sets an alarm to sound when at specified distance

The Alarm tab allows you to define the alarm settings. The Alarm or time away from a destination waypoint. Enter a distance
tab is divided into three sub tabs: System alarms, Nav alarms, and radius or time for sounding the alarm and use the control
Sonar alarms. field to set the alarm to Off, Dist (Distance), or Time.
• Off Course—sets an alarm to sound when you are off course
System Tab by a specified distance. Enter a distance in the distance field
• Clock—provides an alarm for the system clock. Enter a and use the control field to turn the off course alarm on and
time in the time field, and turn the alarm on and off from off.
the control field menu. Remember to enter alarm times in
the same time format (UTC or local) you are using for your Sonar Tab
system. The unit must be on for the clock alarm to work. You must be receiving sonar NMEA data for these functions to
work. Please see “Using Sonar” page 78 for more information.
• Battery—sets an alarm to sound when the battery is
reaching a critical state of discharge. • Shallow Water/Deep Water—set alarms to sound when
• DGPS and Accuracy—DGPS alarm sounds when the unit you enter an area of specified depth that is too shallow or too
loses a differential fix. The accuracy alarm sounds when the deep. Enter a depth in the distance fields and use the control
GPS position accuracy falls outside the user-set value. fields to turn the alarms on and off.
• Water Temperature—sets an alarm to sound when the
Nav Tab
transducer reports a temperature either above, below, inside,
• Anchor Drag—sets an alarm to sound when you have
or outside the specified values.
exceeded a specified drift distance. Enter a value in the
distance field, and use the control field to turn the alarm on • Fish—sets alarm to sound when unit detects a fish of the
and off. specified symbol size.

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To set an alarm:
1. Use the ROCKER to highlight a sub tab.
2. Highlight the field you want activate, and press ENTER.
3. Change the mode to the setting, and press ENTER. If Persist is
checked, an alarm
4. Highlight the next field to the right, press ENTER, enter the stays active until
settings, and press ENTER to finish. acknowledged.
5. If you want the alarm to display and beep until Press ENTER to
acknowledged, highlight the Persist box, and press acknowledge an
ENTER. alarm.

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USING SONAR > SONAR PAGE

USING SONAR Sonar Page

The Sonar page is where your GPSMAP 192C Sounder becomes
This section covers the additional sonar options for the
a powerful fishfinder/flasher. Fish are displayed as colored arches
GPSMAP 192C when used in conjunction with a Sounder Module.
or as fish icons. Both fish icons and arches are displayed in three
Read the Installation Instructions to properly install the Sounder
different sizes. Thermoclines are shown as shades of blue. The area
Module.
of strongest sonar return is displayed as solid white (if Whiteline
NOTE: You MUST have a Sounder Module installed and is active. Typically, the bottom is the primary whiteline. A thin
connected to your GPSMAP 192C to use the sonar features. whiteline indicates a soft bottom and a thick whiteline follows the
contour of the bottom and show any objects of reasonable size.
For more information on understanding sonar and the display, see
When a Sonar Module, such as the GSD 20, and a transducer are page 78.
connected to the GPSMAP 192C, the Sonar page is added to the
page sequence. To view the Sonar page, press PAGE or QUIT
repeatedly until it is displayed.

Adjustment
Menu

Sonar Page

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Using the Adjustment Menu 2. Press Up/Down on the ROCKER to select the option, and
The Adjustment Menu gives you direct access to the settings and press ENTER to access the adjustment window
features most commonly used on the Sonar page. The option 3. To exit any of the adjustment options, press QUIT.
selected currently appears in the upper left of the display. To change an Adjustment Menu setting:
1. Select an adjustment option to change using one of the
two methods described previously. The adjustment window
Press MENU and automatically times out and disappears when the unit is idle
highlight for 20 seconds.
Adjustments to see 2. Press the ROCKER Up or Down to place the pointer
a list of all options
and their current or setting bar at the setting, range, or percentage
settings. (Off, 1-100%).
3. Press ENTER or QUIT to exit the adjustment window,
or press Left or Right on the ROCKER to view another
adjustment window.
To select an adjustment option from the Sonar page:
To change a setting back to Normal or Auto:
1. Press the ROCKER Left/Right to scroll through the options
1. While on the adjustment window for the option, press
in the upper left of the display.
MENU.
2. Press ENTER to access the option’s adjustment window.
2. Select the setting, and press ENTER.
Or
1. Press MENU, highlight Adjustments, and press ENTER. A
list of all options and their current settings appears, with the
selected option highlighted.

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USING SONAR > SONAR PAGE

Zoom Adjustment

Range Adjustment
4X Split Zoom Display (Dual Frequency Mode)
Range—sets the display depth range used for viewing. The unit
can be set to automatically track the bottom or set to a user- • 2X Split—shows two reduced-size sonar pictures at the
specified depth range. Auto mode displays the most information same time. The right half of the display screen shows the
possible while continuously showing the bottom. complete sonar picture at its original scale. The left half
shows a portion of the original picture at 1/2 depth scale.
Zoom—used to quickly select a display zoom scale or split
the display. When a scale other than No Zoom is selected, the • 2X Zoom—displays the 2X zoomed picture on the full
Adjustment Menu displays a new selection labeled View. The screen and does not show the original depth scale.
Zoom setting is divided into six display levels: • 4X Split—shows two reduced pictures; the right at the
original depth scale and the left at 1/4 the original depth
scale.
• 4X Zoom—displays only the 4X zoomed picture on the full
screen. However, if Dual Frequency Display is set to Split,
then a 50/200kHz split screen is displayed.

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• Btm (Bottom) Split—shows two reduced pictures; the right
at the original depth scale and the left showing sonar returns
from the bottom up. All target depths read as a distance from
the bottom.
• Btm (Bottom) Lock—displays only the Bottom Lock
picture (returns from the bottom up) on the full screen. View Adjustment
However, if Dual Frequency Display is set to Split, then a
50/200kHz split screen is displayed. Gain—controls the sensitivity of the unit’s receiver. This provides
some flexibility in what is seen on the display. To see more
When activated, the zoomed picture becomes the Sonar page detail, increase the receiver sensitivity by selecting a higher gain
display. Cycle through the sonar zoom display levels by pressing percentage. If there is too much detail or if the screen is cluttered,
the IN or OUT keys. The Zoom function can be deactivated by lowering the sensitivity can increase the clarity of the display.
pressing the OUT key until the No Zoom setting appears.
View/Span—available when a Zoom scale other than No Zoom is
selected. The View or Span setting is used to change the viewing
range of a zoomed display. If the Zoom is set to 2X split or 4X
split, only the zoomed portion on the left side of the screen is
affected by the change. If the Zoom is set to Bottom Split or
Bottom Lock, Span adjusts how far off the bottom the unit displays Gain Adjustment
data. In Zoom mode, you can control the view of the left side of the
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Target Level—adjusts how dark or light a return (or target) is
displayed on-screen. A Color Bar (see page 87) appears on the
right side of the screen as you adjust this setting. The higher the
percentage, the darker the return appears. This setting does not
increase or decrease the unit Gain.
Whiteline Adjustment

Frequency—allows you to choose a transducer frequency.

Frequency refers to the pitch of the sound that the transducer sends
and receives. Choose between 200kHz, 50kHz, or Dual frequency.

Target Level Selection

Whiteline—controls how the unit displays information about the

bottom type (hard or soft). With the Whiteline Off, the bottom
return displays as red and contains no information on bottom Frequency Adjustment
hardness. With Whiteline set at Normal or 1-100%, the bottom Depth Line—adds a horizontal depth line across the display that
return becomes white with a red line indicating where the water is used to measure the depth of underwater objects. The depth of
meets the bottom. To turn the Whiteline Off, press the ROCKER the line appears in a box on the right side of the line. Press Up or
Down until the setting bar is all the way at the bottom of the range Down on the ROCKER to control the position of the line on the
and reads Off. See page 92 for more detail on this feature. graph. The depth is displayed in a window on the right side of the
line. To turn the Depth Line Off, press the ROCKER Up until the
setting bar is all the way at the top of the range and reads Off.

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Scroll—adjusts the rate that the graph scrolls from right to left.
If you are sitting still or the graph is moving too fast, slowing the
scroll rate or pausing it can be beneficial.

Depth Line
Adjustment

Noise Reject—helps filter unwanted noise from the graph. The

Noise Reject tool can be turned Off, set to Normal (automatically Scroll
adjusts for optimum viewing), or to a fixed 1-100% setting. When Adjustment
setting the Noise Reject tool: the HIGHER the noise rejection
setting, the less likely the unit is to NOT show fish or structure.
To turn the Noise Reject Off, press the ROCKER Down until the
setting bar is all the way at the bottom of the range and reads Off.

Noise Reject
Adjustment

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Sonar Page Options To change an Adjustment setting:
The GPSMAP 192C’s Sonar page features a menu page that 1. While on the Adjustment options list, use the ROCKER to
provides access to additional functions and to layout and data field highlight the option, and press ENTER.
options. 2. Use the ROCKER to make the change, and press ENTER.
Show/Hide Pointer—allows you to reference sonar items and
mark underwater waypoints. This makes it easier to find and use
an object such as a stump for a future fishing location. When using
this feature, the Sonar Page pauses. The pointer does not move off
the paused display and cannot show an area that has scrolled off
the screen. The depth is updated while the display is paused, but
the unit does not show any new sonar data until the standard Sonar
page is resumed. You can see a discontinuity from where the sonar
information stops to where it starts again.
Sonar Page Menu Options

Data Window
To display the Sonar Page options:
Press MENU.
To select a menu option:
Use the ROCKER to highlight the option, and press Pointer
ENTER.
The following options are available:
Adjustments—lists the Adjustment Menu options and their current Show Pointer Option
settings (see page 79).

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To mark an underwater waypoint: Show/Hide Numbers—toggles showing/hiding the data fields on
1. From the Sonar page, press MENU, highlight Show the sonar display.
Pointer, and press ENTER to pause the screen movement.
2. Use the ROCKER to move the cursor onto the target, such
as underwater drop offs and stumps, you want to mark. The
data window at the top of the screen displays the cursor’s
depth, coordinates, bearing and distance from your current
position.
3. Press ENTER/MARK. The New Waypoint page appears
with the waypoint’s coordinates, default three-digit name,
and pointer depth automatically filled in.
4. To change the name, symbol or depth, highlight the
Show Numbers Option
appropriate field, and press ENTER. Make your changes
and press ENTER when finished. Change Numbers—allows you to specify the type of data
5. When finished, highlight OK, and press ENTER. displayed in each data field. For detailed instructions on changing
6. To return to the standard Sonar page, press QUIT, or press the data fields, see pages 31.
MENU, highlight Hide Pointer, and press ENTER.
Size Split—enables width adjustment of the Sonar page split
screen. This option is available only when a split screen zoom scale
is selected. Adjust the size of the split window anywhere from 1/4
to 3/4 width of the right half of the Sonar page.

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Fish Symbols—determines how the graph displays underwater
Double-Arrow targets and background information. If fish symbols are set to Off,
the unit displays all available information about the underwater
environment. If a fish symbol is selected, the graph displays only
the information related to that symbol. Actual fish returns do not
always appear as perfect arches (like in Simulator Mode), due to
Size Split Menu Options the speed, fish orientation, or other conditions.

Fish Symbols Off— All available information is displayed.

Resizing the Split Sonar Display
Suspended targets displays as fish symbols. Background
information is displayed.
Sonar Tab Options Same as above with the target depth attached.
To access and change a setting on the Sonar tab:
1. Press MENU twice to access the Main Menu. Use the Suspended targets display as fish symbols. No background
ROCKER to highlight the Sonar tab. information is displayed.
2. Using the ROCKER, highlight the field, and press ENTER. Same as above with target depth attached.
3. Highlight the setting, and press ENTER.
4. Press QUIT to return to the Sonar page or previous page. Water Type—because sound waves travel through Fresh and Salt
water at different rates it is necessary to select the Water Type to
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Depth Number—controls the efficiency of the digital depth update Color Bar—shows a gradient scale of the current Target Level
rate. Fast Update updates more quickly and is recommended for setting (see page 82).
low-noise, deeper water (>50 ft) Auto is best for shallow water or
Depth Scale (Overlay)
high noise areas, and produces a slower screen update. Use Auto
when you travel a wide variety of depths.
NOTE: If the unit is unable to track the bottom for any reason,
the digits in the depth window flash on and off to alert you that
the unit is not tracking the bottom.
Color Bar

Flasher

Flasher—with the Flasher active, a graphic Flasher representation

is displayed on the far right side of the graph. This graphic
Flasher displays structure and bottom returns much the same as
Main Menu—Sonar Tab a true Flasher. This feature is particularly useful when using Fish
Symbols.
Scale—controls the depth Scale displayed vertically along the right
side of the graph. The depth Scale can be configured to display four
different ways: as an Overlay, in the Corners, with Basic, or No
Scale.

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Keel Offset—controls offset the surface reading for the depth of Background Color—sets the background color on the Sonar page
a keel. This makes it possible to measure depth from the bottom to Black, Blue, or White.
of your keel instead of from the transducer’s location. Enter a
Calibrate Water Speed—is only available if you are using
positive number to offset for a keel, or enter a negative number to
a speed-capable transducer/sensor. Calibration is required to
compensate for a large vessel that can draw several feet of water.
ensure the Water Speed displayed on your unit is accurate. The
The Keel Offset reflects in the depth reading.
unit automatically use the GPS ground speed, if it is available,
for comparison on the calibration. If a GPS ground speed is not
Keel Offset:
Transducer at available, use either your boat’s speedometer reading (not always
Surface Enter (+) accurate) or a stopwatch to determine your speed over a certain
positive number to distance (distance / time = speed). It is recommended that the
show depth from
bottom of keel calibration take place in water having little or no current.

Keel Offset: Transducer Calibrating the

at Bottom of Keel Enter Speed Sensor
(-) negative number to
show depth from surface

Map Split Sonar Detail—controls Map page sonar split range

scale. Full Range shows the entire scale of 2X or 4X left side split
of Sonar Page. Maximum Detail displays what is shown on the left
side of a split sonar screen.

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To calibrate the water speed: NOTE: If the boat is not moving fast enough or the speed
1. On the Sonar tab, use the ROCKER to highlight Calibrate sensor is not outputting a speed, the message “Boat Is Not
Water Speed, and press ENTER. Moving Fast Enough To Calibrate” displays at the bottom of
2. Bring the boat to a cruising speed. The top ground and the screen. Either verify the speed sensor wheel is moving, or
uncalibrated water speeds are shown at the bottom of the safely increase boat speed. If there is a problem with the speed
calibration window. Note your top water speed, then stop sensor/unit, or if a speed senor is not installed, a “Water Speed
the boat, and press ENTER. Sensor Is Not Working” message appears at the bottom of the
3. By default, the top ground speed automatically displays screen. Check connections of speed sensor cables.
in the What was your top water speed? field. If a ground
speed is not available, the top uncalibrated water speed is
used instead. If the new speed is correct, highlight OK, and Page Defaults—restores the Sonar page settings to the original
press ENTER. If you want to manually enter a calibration, factory setup.
press ENTER on the speed field, enter a new speed, and
then press ENTER. To restore default settings to the Sonar Tab:
4. You can also press MENU on the calibration screen and 1. Press MENU.
choose Use Top Ground Speed to default back to ground 2. Highlight Page Defaults, and press ENTER.
speed or Use No Calibration to use the speed sensor’s
uncalibrated speed. To restore default settings to the Sonar Tab:
Press MENU. With Page Defaults highlighted, press
ENTER.

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Understanding Sonar Understanding the Sonar Display

The transducer mounted on your vessel transmits sound waves One of the first things to understand about sonar is that the
toward the bottom of a lake, stream, or seabed in a cone-shaped transducer sends a beam down to the bottom of the water, much
pattern. When a transmitted sound wave strikes an underwater like the beam of a flashlight. The beam starts small near your
object—such as the bottom, a piece of structure, or a fish—sound vessel and expands as it gets to the bottom. Refer to “Transducer
is reflected back to the transducer. The transducer collects the Coverage” for more detailed information.
reflected sound waves and sends the data to the GPSMAP 192C to The Sonar page does not display a three-dimensional representation
be processed and displayed. The underwater data is shown on the of the underwater environment; the display is in two-dimensions,
Sonar display in the order that it is returned: first returned is the much like if you took a picture of an aquarium. Only the depth of
first on the display. the item in the water is displayed. The Sonar display does not show
Generally speaking, if the only thing between the transducer and you where an item is located horizontally in the water, as shown in
the bottom is water, the first strong return comes from the bottom the drawings below. The fish is not directly above the tree in reality,
directly below the transducer and sets the bottom level. Weaker but it can look like they are on the Sonar page.
secondary returns provide the detailed data. Stronger returns
display in darker colors, with red being the strongest return.

Fish

1'

10'
Tree
Tree
20'

Aerial View of the Water Sonar Display

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Transducer Coverage
The area covered by the transmitted sound waves is determined
by the cone angle of the transducer and the water depth. The wide Coverage Depth
cone angles (40°) associated with low frequencies (50 kHz) provide Diameter
a large coverage area for finding fish within a coverage width that Coverage
is approximately 2/3 of the water depth. However, this also means Diameter Depth
that wide cone angles produce less bottom detail and resolution.
As shown in the drawing on the near right, the 40° cone angle
produces a coverage area of approximately a 20-foot diameter
circle at a 30-foot depth.
The narrow cone angles (10°) associated with the high frequencies
(200 kHz) provide better bottom resolution and crisper detail, but
cannot show a large coverage area for finding fish. The 10° cone
angle provides a coverage width that is approximately 2/10 of the
water depth. As shown in the drawing on the far right, the 10° cone 40° Cone Angle (50 kHz) 10° Cone Angle (200 kHz)
angle produces a coverage area of approximately a 6-foot diameter
circle at a 30-foot depth.
Dual frequency mode combines both frequencies to get the best
coverage area and contour/depth readings.

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Whiteline Thermoclines
The Sounder Module can help you determine whether the bottom is A rough definition of a thermocline is a break in water where
hard or soft. When the sonar sound waves are reflected back by the the water temperature changes faster than the water above it.
bottom, a hard bottom returns a stronger signal than a soft bottom. Thermoclines are shown as the weakest colors.
A thin whiteline indicates a softer bottom, while a thick whiteline
One of the unique features offered by Garmin is See-Thru®
indicates a harder bottom. Normally, a red line is used to show the
technology, which allows the GPSMAP 192C to hear both weak
point where water meets the bottom. This line follows the bottom
and strong signals simultaneously so as to identify fish returns
contour, along with any significant objects lying on the bottom.
under the toughest conditions, such as suspended in thermoclines
The unit uses the whiteline function to make the bottom layer
or even hiding near structures. See-Thru technology allows the
information easier to distinguish.
Sounder Module to see through thermoclines and locate fish.

Thick
Whiteline:
Hard bottom

Thermocline

Whiteline On Whiteline Off

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APPENDIX GPS Accuracy:

Position: <15 meters (49 feet), 95% typical*
Specifications Velocity: 0.05 meters/sec steady state
Physical Specifications DGPS (USCG) Accuracy:
Size: 6.20" H x 6.30" W x 2.64" D (15.7 cm x 16.0 cm x 6.7 cm)
Position: 3-5 meters (10-16 feet) with optional Garmin
Weight: Less than 2.0 lb DGPS receiver, 95% typical*
Display: 5.0" diagonal (12.7 cm) 16-color TFT display with Velocity: 0.05 meters/sec steady state
backlighting (234 x 320 pixels) DGPS (WAAS) Accuracy:
Case: Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy, waterproof to IEC Position: <3 meters (10 feet), 95% typical*
529-IPX-7 Velocity: 0.05 meters/sec steady state
Temp. Range: 5°F to 158°F (-15°C to 70°C) Dynamics: 6g's
* Subject to accuracy degradation to 100 m 2DRMS under the U.S.
Performance
DOD-imposed Selective Availability Program.
Receiver: Differential-ready 12 parallel channel WAAS capable
receiver Power
Acquisition Times: Source: 10-35 V DC
Warm: Approx. 15 seconds Usage: 10 watts max. at 13.8 vDC
Cold: Approx. 45 seconds Fuse: AGC/3 AG-1.5 Amp
AutoLocate: Approx. 2 minutes
Update Rate: 1/second, continuous

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APPENDIX > INSTALLING THE GPSMAP 192C

Installing the GPSMAP 192C

The GPSMAP 192C must be properly installed according to the
following instructions to get the best possible performance. If
you have the GPSMAP 192C with the built-in internal bail mount
antenna, you can skip this section and proceed to the next page. For
units purchased with the remote antenna, follow the instructions
below. To complete the installation, you need the appropriate Suggested locations for mounting the external antenna.
fasteners and a 1" x 14-thread marine antenna mount available at
The Garmin antenna screws directly onto any standard 1" x 14-
most marine dealers.
thread antenna mount. If you need to raise the antenna to avoid
Mounting the GPS Antenna shading, try using a 1" x 14-thread extension mast available at most
The antenna should be mounted in a location that has a clear, marine dealers.
unobstructed view of the sky in all directions to ensure the best NOTE: It is possible to route
reception. Avoid mounting the antenna where it is shaded by the the coaxial cable either through,
boat’s superstructure, a radome antenna, or mast. Sailboat users or outside the antenna mount. It
should avoid mounting the antenna high on the mast to prevent is possible to remove the BNC
inaccurate speed readings caused by excessive heeling. Most connector on the coaxial cable
marine VHF and LORAN antennas should not seriously degrade and the coaxial cable shortened
the GPS antenna’s reception. Never paint the antenna or clean it to ease installation, however,
with harsh solvents. doing so voids the antenna
warranty. If the BNC connector
is removed, it must be replaced
with a new solder-on or crimp
BNC connector.

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To install the GPS antenna: Mounting the GPSMAP 192C Unit
1. Screw the antenna directly onto the 1" x 14-thread mount. The GPSMAP 192C’s compact, waterproof case is suitable for
2. Route the cable to the mounting location of the display unit. mounting in exposed locations or at the nav station. The unit comes
Use the appropriate tie-wraps, fasteners, and sealant to with a gimbal bracket that can be used for surface or overhead
secure the cable along the route and through any bulkhead mounting. When choosing a location for the display unit, consider
or deck. the following conditions:
3. After the GPSMAP 192C unit is installed, connect the cable
to the antenna connector on the back of the display unit. • There should be at least a 3" (7 cm) clearance behind the
Make sure that you turn the antenna cable connector 1/4 case to allow connection of the antenna (external antenna
turn clockwise to lock the cable into place. only), power/data cables.
• The mounting surface should be heavy enough to support the
unit and protect it from excessive vibration and shock.
• For GPSMAP 192C units with the built-in internal bail
mount antenna, it should be mounted in a location that
has the clearest, most unobstructed view of the sky in all
directions to ensure the best reception. Avoid mounting the
unit where it is blocked by the boat’s superstructure, a radar
arch, or mast.
NOTE: The temperature range for the GPSMAP 192C is 5°F
to 158°F (-15°C to 70°C). Extended exposure to temperatures
exceeding this range (in storage or operating conditions) can
cause failure of the display. This type of failure and related
consequences are NOT covered by the manufacturer’s limited
warranty.

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5. Screw the two mounting knobs through the bracket and into
the display case.
6. Connect the power/data and antenna cables (external
antenna only) to the back of the unit, making sure the
locking rings are fully tightened on both connectors.
The GPSMAP 192C with external antenna can be flush mounted
on a flat panel of .08-.52" thickness using the cam lobe feature on
its gimbal mounting bracket. When flush mounting the GPSMAP
192C, be sure to choose an appropriately sized location for the
unit (see unit dimensions on page 93) and leave 1.25" (32 mm)
clearance below the data card slot for inserting or removing data
cards.

To install the GPSMAP 192C unit:

1. Select the location of the mounting bracket.
2. Mark and drill the four mounting holes for the fastener you
are using.
3. Fasten the bracket to the surface using the appropriate
fastener.
4. Insert the GPSMAP 192C into the mounting bracket. The
bracket is designed for a tight fit to provide additional
support when swiveling the unit.

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To flush mount the GPSMAP 192C unit using the The GPSMAP 192C, with external antenna, can be flush mounted
gimbal mounting bracket: on a flat panel using its existing mounting bracket.
1. Cut a 4.33" x 4.33" (110 x 110 mm) hole in the panel.
2. Place the GPSMAP 192C into the hole from the front until To flush mount the GPSMAP 192C:
the flange rests against the mounting surface. 1. Remove the four M5 screws from the back of the unit and
remove the mounting bracket.
3. From the back of the panel, loosely attach the bracket so
the slot in the ratchet area points away from the mounting 2. Using the mounting bracket as a template, outline the
panel (figure 1). center relief area and mark the location of the four screw
holes centers on your bulkhead or other surface (figure 2).
4. Rotate the bracket downward until the panel is pinched
tightly between the unit’s flange and bracket lobe (figure 1). 3. Cut the relief hole from the panel and drill the four 0.20"
(5.08 mm) screw holes.
5. Tighten the knobs and connect the power/data and antenna
cables. 4. Place the GPSMAP 192C into the relief hole until it rests
flush against the mounting surface.
NOTE: if the panel is too thick to allow use of the supplied
5. Secure the unit to the mounting surface using the M5
knobs, use two M6 screws to secure the bracket.
screws. Do not try to force the screws deeper into the holes
than the holes allow. For thick mounting surfaces, insert
the M5 screws directly thru the drilled holes (figure 3). For
thin panels, place the mounting bracket on the back side
of the panel for more support. Connect the power/data and
antenna cables.
Figure 1
Pull gimbal bracket
down until cam lobe
contacts surface.

Figure 2 Figure 3
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APPENDIX > INSTALLING THE FERRITE BEAD CLAMP

Installing the Ferrite Bead Clamp The clamp should not need to be replaced under normal use. Please
In order to filter Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) radiation contact your Garmin dealer or Garmin Support if you have any
that could possibly interfere with items such as televisions, radios, questions or require a replacement filter clamp.
or other marine electronics operating in close proximity to the
GPSMAP 192C with the remote antenna, a ferrite bead filter clamp Ferrite Bead
and neoprene foam strip are included for attachment to the unit’s Filter
antenna cable. The clamp attaches to the antenna cable near the
point it connects to the back of the GPSMAP 192C. The foam strip
has adhesive on one side and is used to keep the clamp stationary
on the cable. Foam Strip
To install the ferrite bead clamp:
1. Choose a location where there is no more than two inches
(5 cm) from the back of the GPSMAP 192C. Figure 2
2. Remove the backing from the adhesive foam strip. Place
the strip at an angle to the cable with adhesive facing
towards the cable. Snugly spiral wrap the foam strip around
the antenna cable. (Figure 1)
3. Open the filter clamp by slightly pulling on the latch and Figure 1
opening the filter halves.
4. Position the clamp (Figure 2) and squeeze it shut around
the cable until the latch is securely fastened. If the clamp is
difficult to close, you can want to remove some of the foam
strip.
Installed filter

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Connecting the Power/Data Interfacing

The power/data cable connects the GPSMAP 192C to a DC system The following formats are supported for connection of external
and provides interface capabilities for connecting external devices. devices:
The color code in the diagram below indicates the appropriate
Garmin proprietary Differential GPS (DGPS), NMEA 0183
harness connections. Replacement fuse is a AGC/3AG - 1.5 Amp
versions 2.3, ASCII Text Output, RTCM SC-104 input (vs. 2.0).
fuse. For wiring the GPSMAP to a GSD 20 Sonar Module, refer to
the “GSD 20 Installation Guide.” The following are the sentences for NMEA 0183, vs. 2.3 output:
PIN 1 (red) Power
Approved sentences—GPRMC, GPGGA, GPGSA, GPGSV,
PIN 2 (black) Ground (Power and Data) GPGLL, GPBOD, GPRTE, and GPWPL.
3
4
5
PIN 3 (blue) NMEA OUT (Com 1 TX) DC �
Power Source
Proprietary sentences—PGRME, PGRMZ, and PSLIB. The
2
1 7
6
PIN 4 (brown) NMEA IN (Com 1 RX)
GPSMAP 192C accepts NMEA input with support for the DBT,
PIN 5 (white) RTCM/NMEA IN (Com 2 RX)
RXD +
Autopilot/ DPT, MTW, and VHW sentences.
NMEA Device

PIN 6 (green) NMEA OUT (Com 2 TX)

RXD -
The GPSMAP 192C also includes NMEA input with support for
NMEA the WPL sentence and sonar NMEA input with support for the DPT
PIN 7 (yellow) Alarm Low Device with
Sonar Output
TXD +
(Depth), MTW (Water Temp) and VHW (Water Speed & Heading)
Alarm Relay
GSD 20,
sentences. If connecting to COM 2 for sonar NMEA input, the unit
interface must be set to NMEA In/NMEA Out. If connecting to
TX+
100ma max Beacon
coil current Receiver or
RX+
DSC VHF
COM 1, the unit must be set to NMEA In/NMEA Out.

Complete information regarding NMEA and RTCM formats is You can download a copy of Garmin’s proprietary communication
available for purchase at www.nmea.org protocol on the Help and Support section of our Web site at
www.garmin.com.

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APPENDIX > INSTALLING AND REMOVING DATA CARDS

Installing and Removing Data Cards To remove a data card:

The GPSMAP 192C uses optional Garmin marine BlueChart and 1. Open the card door by pressing together on the two handles
MapSource data cards to display digital charts and maps on-screen. at the bottom of the door and lifting it up and open.
Data cards are installed in the card slot located at the bottom right 2. Grasp the card handle at the bottom and pull down firmly.
of the unit. Data cards can be installed or removed at any time, 3. If the unit is on, a confirmation tone sounds when the data
whether the unit is on or off. card has been removed.

To install a data card:

1. Open the card door by pressing together on the two handles
at the bottom of the door and lifting it up and open.
2. Insert the card, with the label facing front and the handle
bottom, into the slot.
3. Firmly push the card into the unit. It in not necessary to
force the card and about 1/2" is still exposed when it is
properly inserted. If the unit is on, a confirmation tone
sounds and a message displays on-screen noting the card
details when the card is properly installed and accepted.
4. Close the cover. The first time you insert a data card, the unit takes a few seconds to
If you insert a data card and get a “card format not recognized” read the card.
message, try removing the card and reinserting it. If the card is still
After the data card is read, a summary screen appears. Press
not recognized, contact Garmin Support or your Garmin dealer
ENTER to acknowledge.
for assistance. Data cards are not waterproof and should not be
exposed to moisture or excessive static charges. Data cards should
be stored in the case supplied with the card.

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Satellite Information Satellite Strength Indicator Bars

Center dot - 90° The Satellite Strength Indicator Bars show the strength of the
90° above the horizon
signal being received, and the status of the signal. The bars are
Inner ring- 45°
either shaded or filled. The gray bar means the GPS is in the
above the horizon process of storing orbital data it is receiving from the satellite
Outer ring -
the horizon
signal. When the bar turns solid, the GPS is using the satellite
signal for navigation. A “D” in or above the bar means that
45°
differential corrections (WAAS or DGPS) are being applied to that
satellite.

Satellite Sky View Date, Time, and Current Location

The GPS gets date and time information from the satellite’s on-
board atomic clock. When the GPS receiver has achieved a 2D or
Satellite Location 3D GPS location, the current location is displayed in the selected
The location of each available satellite is displayed over two location format.
location rings on the Satellite Information page. The outer ring
represents the horizon, the inner ring represents 45° above the
horizon, and the center represents directly overhead. When the unit
is using a satellite for navigation, the satellite number is highlighted
on the location rings. The unit can be set to display satellite
location with North or your current track at the top of the display.

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APPENDIX > WHAT IS A WAAS AND DGPS?

What is WAAS? What is Differential GPS (DGPS)?

The Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) is an F.A.A. funded The U.S. and Canadian governments (among others) have set up
project to improve the overall integrity of the GPS signal. It is Differential GPS (DGPS) stations to transmit correction signals.
a space-based system that broadcasts integrity information and They are operational in coastal areas and on many navigable river
correction data as determined by ground reference stations. WAAS systems. The DGPS system is available for use without a fee.
testing completed in September of 2003 confirmed an accuracy of 2
Please refer to the U.S. Coast Guard’s Web site,
to 3 vertical meters throughout the majority of the continental U.S.
http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/ for locations and the status of the
and portions of Alaska. For more information, go to
differential sites. Using DGPS requires additional equipment.
http://gps.faa.gov/Programs/WAAS/waas.htm.
NOTE: If you are using the GPSMAP 192C outside of the
U.S., we recommend you turn off WAAS for the most accurate
location fix.

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 APPENDIX > WHAT IS MMSI?

What is a Maritime Mobile Service Identity U.S Non-Federal User: Commercial users, or those who travel
outside the U.S. or Canada, must apply for a ship station license, or
(MMSI)?
an amendment to a ship station license. To find out if you require
Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) basically allows a VHF
a Ship Station license contact: http://wireless.fcc.gov/marine/
radio to act like a phone. In order to make a “call” on a phone,
fctsht14.html. If your vessel requires licensing by the FCC you
you first need a phone number to dial. The 9 digit MMSI number
obtain a MMSI during the application/licensing process when you
acts like a phone number when used in a Position Report and as a
file FCC Forms 159 and 605.
unique identifier to the Coast Guard when used in an emergency
Distress Call. In order to obtain a Maritime Mobile Service Identity U.S. Federal User: Federal users can obtain MMSI assignments
(MMSI) number, users must register their VHF radio with the FCC from their agency radio spectrum management office. These
(Form 605). Garmin does not supply this number! Information to procedures are currently under review by the NTIA (National
obtain this number can be found on the next page. Telecommunications and Information Administration).
Outside the U.S.: Users can obtain an MMSI assignment from their
How ARE MMSI assignments obtained? telecommunications authority or ship registry, often by obtaining or
Non-commercial users (for example, recreational users who remain amending their ship station license.
in domestic waters and only carry VHF, EPIRB (Emergency
Position Indicating Radio Beacons), and Radar) are not required to In Canada: Industry Canada is responsible for assigning MMSI
have a FCC ship station license. The FCC and Coast Guard have numbers to commercial and recreational vessels. Information is
authorized some second and third party vendors to assign MMSI available at the following web site: http://apollo.ic.gc.ca/english/
numbers. This service is limited to registering recreational vessels mmsi.html.
only. To receive information on how to obtain a recreational MMSI For information regarding MMSI’s visit:
number please contact: http://www.uscg.mil/rescue21/links/mmsi. http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/marcomms/gmdss/mmsi.htm.
htm or http://wireless.fcc.gov/marine/.

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APPENDIX > NAVIGATION TERMS

Navigation Terms destination or the final waypoint in a route.

Avg Speed—The average of all second-by-second speed readings ETA at Next—The time you estimate to reach a Goto destination
since last reset. or the next waypoint in a route.
Bearing (BRG)—The compass direction from your current Fuel—The fuel required to travel from current location to the
location to a destination. indicated route waypoint.
Course—The course between the active from and to waypoints. GPS Accuracy—estimated accuracy of the GPS position.
Depth—the depth below transducer. This field is active only if a Leg Dist—The distance between two route waypoints.
transducer is connected to the GPSMAP 192C.
Leg Fuel—The fuel required to travel from a route waypoint to the
Distance (Dist)—The distance from the current location to a next waypoint (in sequence) in the route.
destination. Leg Time—The time required to travel from a route waypoint to
Dist to Destination—The distance from the current location to a the next waypoint (in sequence) in the route.
Goto destination, or the final waypoint in a route. Max Speed—The maximum second-by-second speed recorded
Dist to Next—The distance from current location to a Goto since last reset.
destination, or the next waypoint in a route. Moving Average Speed—Average speed while the unit is moving.
DOP—Dilution of Precision reflects the quality of the GPS signals Moving Trip Timer—Total time the unit has been moving.
and satellite geometry.
Odometer—A running tally of distance travelled, based on the
Elevation—Height above mean sea level (MSL). distance between second-by-second position readings.
ETA (Estimate Time of Arrival)—The time you estimate to reach Off Course—The distance you are off course in either direction,
your destination waypoint, based on current speed and track. left or right.
ETA at Destination—The time you estimate to reach a Goto Pointer—An arrow pointing to your destination.
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Speed—The current velocity at which you are travelling, relative stopped speeds since last timer reset.
to a ground position. Also referred to as ground speed.
Total Trip Timer—Total time the unit has been in operation since
Sunrise—The current day’s time of sunrise. last reset of the trip timers.
Sunset—The current day’s time of sunset. Turn—The angle difference between the bearing to your
destination and your current track. “L” indicates you should turn
Time Of Day—The current time.
left; “R” indicates you should turn right.
Time To—The estimated time required to reach a Goto destination,
VMG (Velocity Made Good)—The speed you are closing in on a
or the next waypoint in a route. Also known as “estimated time en
destination along a course. Also referred to as the vector velocity to
route.”
your destination.
Time to Dest—The estimated time required to reach a Goto
Voltage—Current voltage reading being received by unit.
destination, or the final waypoint in a route.
Water Speed—The speed through the water. This field is only
Time to Next—The estimated time required to reach a Goto
active if the GPSMAP 192C is receiving speed readings from a
destination, or the next waypoint in a route.
NMEA device.
To Course—The recommended direction to steer to reduce course
Water Temp—The water temperature. This field is only active
error or stay on course. Provides the most efficient heading to get
if the GPSMAP 192C is receiving speed readings from a NMEA
back to the course and proceed along your route.
device.
Track—The direction of movement relative to a ground position.
Waypoint Destination—The final waypoint in the route, or the
Also referred to as “ground track.”
destination waypoint.
Trip Odometer—A running tally of distance travelled since last
Waypoint Next—The next waypoint in the route.
reset. See also “Odometer.”
Total Average Speed—Average speed of unit for both moving and
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Messages No Diff GPS Location—RTCM is selected but no DGPS data is

Approaching Turn—You are nearing a turn in a route. being received.
Arriving at Destination—You are nearing your destination. No Tide Stations for that Area—No tide stations within 100 miles
of the area.
Batteries Low—You have less than 10 minutes of battery left.
None Found—No data matched the search criteria.
Can’t Unlock Maps—No applicable unlock code for one or more
maps was found. Off Course—You are off course the distance set in the “Off
Course” alarm.
Cannot display all found, use city or postal code—The unit
found too many items to display. Narrow the search using the city Proximity Memory Full—No additional proximity waypoints can
or postal code. be saved.
Database Error—Internal problem with the unit. Contact your Proximity Radius Overlaps—The radii of two proximity
dealer or Garmin Product Support to have the unit repaired. waypoints overlap.
Deep Water—The water is deeper than the amount set in the Deep Route Already Exists—You have entered a route name that
Water Alarm. already exists.
Dragging Anchor—The distance set in the Anchor Alarm is Route Memory Full—No additional routes can be saved.
exceeded. Route Truncated—Uploaded route from another device has more
Lost Satellite Reception—The unit is unable to continue receiving than 50 waypoints.
satellite signals. Route Waypoint Memory Full—No additional route waypoints
Memory Full—Unit memory is full; no further data can be saved. can be saved.
Near Proximity Point—You are nearing a proximity waypoint. Shallow Water—The water is shallower than the depth set in the
Shallow Water Alarm.
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Track Already Exists—A saved track with the same name already Track Truncated—A complete uploaded track does not fit in
exists. memory. The oldest track log points have been deleted.
Track Memory Full—No more track data can be stored without Transfer Complete—Data transfer has been completed.
deleting old data.
Waypoint Already Exists—A waypoint with the same name
Track Log Full—The track log is full and track recording has been already exists.
turned off. To record more track points, you need to clear the track
Waypoint Memory Full—The unit has stored the maximum
log and turn track recording on. This is only displayed when the
number of waypoints.
track recording setting is set to “Stop When Full.”

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LORAN TD System LORAN TD Feature

LORAN C is a radio navigation aid operated and maintained in the The LORAN TD (Time Delay) feature eases the transition from
United States by the United States Coast Guard. The name LORAN using LORAN to using GPS. The GPSMAP unit automatically
is an acronym for “LOng RAnge Navigation.” The LORAN system converts GPS coordinates to LORAN TDs for those who have a
covers the entire United States and the U.S. Coastal Confluence collection of LORAN fixes for favorite fishing spots and other
Zone. From the perspective of a mariner, the system is used for waypoints recorded as TDs. You can display your position as a TD
ocean and coastal navigation. It can be used as a supplemental or enter waypoints as TDs. The accuracy to be expected from this
system for harbor and harbor approach navigation, and it is used conversion is approximately 30 meters. When the unit is placed
for inland navigation by recreational vehicles. in the LORAN TD format mode, it simulates the operation of a
LORAN receiver. Position coordinates can be displayed as TDs,
and all navigation functions can be used as if the unit was actually
receiving LORAN signals.

Using the LORAN TD Format

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 always references the
LORAN chain number and secondary stations currently selected in
Change to Loran TD from the Units the Setup TD field. If you enter a different LORAN chain number
tab on the Main Menu. or change the secondary stations or offsets in the Setup TD field,
the active waypoint information reflects those changes. Since the
GPSMAP 192C does not rely on the LORAN signal for navigation,
it can reference a different GRI chain and/or secondary stations and
still navigate to the location stored in memory.
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The LORAN Position Format field is located under the Setup– If the active GRI Chain, secondary stations, or offsets have been
Location tab in the Main Menu. The LORAN TD Setup window changed since the waypoint was created, the waypoint now
contains the fields to select the Loran GRI-Chain Number, Primary references the active GRI-chain and secondary stations. You must
and Secondary Stations, and TD Offsets. adjust the TD coordinates accordingly. Remember that the GPS
is not relying on the LORAN signal for navigation and actually
To set up Loran TD from the Main Menu: converts the TD coordinate to a useful LAT/LON coordinate before
1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu.
storing the waypoint to memory or using it for navigation. Because
2. Using the ROCKER, highlight the Position Format field on of this, the unit can navigate to a TD coordinate anywhere in the
the Units tab, and press ENTER. world.
3. Highlight Loran TD and press ENTER.
You must know your GRI chain number and secondary stations
4. Highlight Setup and press ENTER.
to create a LORAN TD position. For more information please
5. To change the settings of any of the five fields, highlight
read our LORAN TD Position Format Handbook, available at the
the field, press ENTER, select/enter the setting, then press
ENTER.
Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com/support/userManual.jsp.)
6. When finished, highlight Save, and press ENTER.

Loran TD Setup Page

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APPENDIX > OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Optional Accessories USB Data Card Programmer—programs blank data cards at high
The following optional accessories are designed to enhance the speed through a PC.
operation of the GPSMAP 192C. Pre-Programmed Data Cards—data cards pre-programmed with
To obtain replacement parts and optional accessories, contact your either Garmin BlueChart or Fishing Hot Spots map data.
Garmin Dealer, Garmin Product Support in the U.S.A. at A/C Adapter—powers the unit using a standard AC house current.
800-800-1020, or Garmin Europe at 44-0870-8501241.
PC Interface Cable with vehicle Power Adapter—connects the
WARNING: Garmin accessories have been designed and GPSMAP 192C to a vehicle’s electrical system on one end, and a
specifically tested for use with Garmin products. Accessories PC, beacon receiver, marine autopilot, or other compatible device
offered by other manufacturers have not been tested or on the other end.
approved for use with Garmin products. Use of such
accessories could cause damage to the GPSMAP 192C and
void the warranty.
MapSource Software CD-ROMs—enhances the basemap,
create waypoints and routes from your PC. MapSource offers
several detailed mapping options that are compatible with the
GPSMAP 192C, including MetroGuide and Fishing Hot Spots.
Programmable Data Cards—blank data cards are available
in 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, and 256 MB sizes.
Download street-level map detail, points of interest, business
addresses and phone numbers, marine data, topographical
information, and more from MapSource CD-ROMs to a data card,
either directly through your GPSMAP 192C using the PC Interface
Cable, or with the Data Card Programmer.
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Software License Agreement Product Registration

BY USING THE GPSMAP 192C, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND Help us better support you by completing our online registration
BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING today! Have the serial number of your GPSMAP 192C handy and
SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS connect to our Web site (http://www.garmin.com). Look for the
AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. Product Registration link on our Home page.
Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded Use this area to record the serial number (8-digit number located
in this device (the “Software”) in binary executable form in the on the back of the box) in case your GPSMAP 192C unit is lost,
normal operation of the product. Title, ownership rights, and stolen, or needs service. Be sure to keep your original sales receipt
intellectual property rights in and to the Software remain in in a safe place or attach a photocopy inside the manual.
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You agree not to export or re-export the Software to any country
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The Garmin GPSMAP 192C has no user-serviceable parts. Should you ever installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
encounter a problem with your unit, please take it to an authorized Garmin radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
dealer for repairs. the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
The GPSMAP 192C is fastened shut with screws. Any attempt to open the the interference by one of the following measures:
case to change or modify the unit in any way will void your warranty and may
result in permanent damage to the equipment. • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the
FCC Compliance receiver.
The GPSMAP 192C complies with Part 15 of the FCC interference • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. from that to which the receiver is connected.
These limits are designed to provide more reasonable protection
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
against harmful interference in a residential installation, and are
for help.
more stringent than “outdoor” requirements.
The GPSMAP 192C does not contain any user-serviceable parts.
Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) Repairs should only be made by an authorized Garmin service
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in
must accept any interference received, including interference that permanent damage to the equipment, and void your warranty and
may cause undesired operation. your authority to operate this device under Part 15 regulations.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and may cause harmful interference to radio
communications if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular

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Safety Information MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide
CAUTION: Use the GPSMAP 192C at your own risk. To reduce the risk of customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available
unsafe operation, carefully review and understand all aspects of this Owner’s to us at a reasonable cost. We use a combination of governmental and private
Manual—and thoroughly practice operation using Simulator Mode prior data sources, which we identify as required in product literature and copyright
to actual use. When in actual use, carefully compare indications from the messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain
GPSMAP 192C to all available navigation sources, including information inaccurate or incomplete data to some degree. This is particularly true outside
from other NAVAIDs, visual sightings, charts, etc. For safety, always resolve the United States, where complete and accurate digital data is either not
any discrepancies before continuing navigation. available or prohibitively expensive.

CAUTION: IT IS THE USER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO USE THIS WARNING: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the
PRODUCT PRUDENTLY. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED TO BE USED United States government, which is solely responsible for its accuracy
ONLY AS A NAVIGATIONAL AID AND MUST NOT BE USED FOR ANY and maintenance. The system is subject to changes which could affect the
PURPOSE REQUIRING PRECISE MEASUREMENT OF DIRECTION, accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Although the Garmin
DISTANCE, LOCATION OR TOPOGRAPHY. THIS PRODUCT SHOULD GPSMAP 192C is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any
NOT BE USED TO DETERMINE GROUND PROXIMITY FOR NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted, and therefore become unsafe.
AIRCRAFT NAVIGATION. WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its components contain
CAUTION: The electronic chart is an aid to navigation and is designed to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
facilitate the use of authorized government charts, not replace them. Only or reproductive harm. This Notice is being provided in accordance with
official government charts and notices to mariners contain all information California’s Proposition 65. If you have any questions or would like additional
needed for save navigation—and, as always, the user is responsible for their information, please refer to our Web site at http://www.garmin.com/prop65.
prudent use.

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INDEX Anchor Drag Alarm 76

Arrival Alarm 76
DSC Directory Item 24
Depth Line 82
G
Gain 81
DGPS 102 Garmin Data Transfer 72
Symbols B Alarm 76 Go To 13
2D Differential 42 BackLight 4 Differential GPS 102 Distress Call 25
2D GPS Location 90, 101 Base Map 64 Dilution of Precision 104 Position Report 25
3D Differential 42 Battery Alarm 76 Distance 60 GPS Tab 39
3D GPS Location 101 Bearing Line 67 Distress Calls 22, 22–25 Options 43
Bottom Split 81 DOP 104 GSD 20 78
A DSC 22
Accessories 110 C Call List 24 H
Accuracy 39 Card Tab 62 Heading Line 67
Directory 24
Accuracy Alarm 76 Celestial Tab 47 Highway Page 35
Log 24
Accuracy Circle 67 Cleaning iv Options 36
Setting Up 25
Active Route Page 37 Clock Alarm 76 Setup 37
DSC Tab 61
Options 38 Color Mode 64 Highway Tab 68
Alarms Communication Tab 72 E
Accuracy 76 Correction Signals 102 Edit I
Anchor Drag 76 Course Line 67 Route 56 Initializing 1
Arrival 76 Course Up 64 Waypoint 11 Installation 94
Battery 76 Enter/Mark Key 5, 8 Interface Keys 5
Clock 76 D Interfacing 99
DGPS 76 Data Cards 100 F In Zoom Key 5
DSC 25 Data Entry 6 FCC Compliance 113
Fish 76 Data Fields Features 5 K
Off Course 76 Change Numbers 31 Find 19 Keel Offset 88
Shallow/Deep Water 76 Show 31 Additional Information 21 Keypad Usage 5
Temperature 76 Split Fields 35 Find Key 5, 19 Key Beeps 69
Alarm Tab 76 Date/Time 101 Fish Alarm 76
Daylight Saving Time 62 Flasher 87
Delete
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L N Power On/Off 1 Software Update Card 69
Language 69 NAV/MOB Key 5, 12 Proximity Waypoints 52 Sonar 78
License Agreement 111 Navaids 66 Depth Line 82
LORAN TD 108 Navigating 12 Q Gain 81
Distress Call 25 Quit Key 5 Noise Reject 83
M Go To 13 Understanding 90
Magnetic Variation 71 R View/Span 81
Position Report 25 Receiving a DSC Call 25
Main Menu 39 Routes 53 Whiteline 82
Main Pages 26 Replace From Card 62
TracBack 14 Sonar Page 78
Man OverBoard 10 Review
Navigation Terms 104 Adjustment Menu 79
MapSource 62 DSC Call 23
NMEA 74 Bottom Split 81
Map Data Information 114 Waypoints 11
Noise Reject 83 Options 84
Map Datum 70 Rocker Key 5
North Up 64 Sonar Tab 68
Map Detail 64 Routes 17
Numbers Page 34 Options 86
Map Information Page 65 Copy 53
Specifications 93
Map Page 27 O Create 17
Speed Filter 69
Options 30 Off Course Alarm 76 Delete 53
Spot Sounding 66
Setup Map 33 Orientation 64 Delete All 53
Storage iv
Map Pointer 7, 28 Out Zoom Key 5 Edit 56
System Information 69
Map Scales 29 Overzoom 29 Routes Tab 53
System Tab 69
Map Tab 64 Route Review Page 54
Maritime Mobile Service Identity 103 P Options 55 T
Mark Key 5 Pages Tab 63 RTCM 74 Temperature Scale 68
Measure Distance 32 Page Key 5 Temperature Tab 68
Pointer Page 33 S Thermoclines 92
Menu Key 5 Safety Information 114
Merge From Card 62 Options 34 Tide Stations 43
Points Tab 48 Satellite Location 101
Messages 105 Tide Tab 43
Position Format 70 Satellite Sky View 101
MMSI 22, 103 Time Format 62
Position Reports 23 Selecting Options 6
MOB 10 Time Tab 62
Power Key 5 Shallow/Deep Water Alarm 76
MOB Key 5 Time Zone 62
Simulator Mode 3, 114
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TracBack 14 Waypoints
Activate 16 Creating 8
Track Logs Creating Graphically 9
Clear 15 Editing 11
Save 15 Enter/Mark 8
Track Tab 59 Move 12
Active 59 Proximity 52
Saved 59 Reviewing 11
Track Up 64 Underwater 85
Transducer 91 Waypoint Lists
Trip Planning 58 Proximity 51
Trip Tab 46 User 49
Whiteline 82, 92
U Wide Area Augmentation System 40,
Underwater Waypoints 85 102
Units Tab 70 Wiring Installation 99
Unit Defaults 69
Z
W Zoom Keys 5
WAAS 40, 102 Zoom Range 29
Disable/Enable 41 Zoom Settings 29
Waterproof iv
Water Speed 88
Water Temperature Alarm 76

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