Page 2 - AutoLocate
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Page 3 - About This Manual; contains specifications, optional accessories,
I ntroductIon Thank you for choosing the Garmin ® GPSMAP ® 378/478, which utilizes the proven performance of Garmin GPS and full-featured mapping to create an unsurpassed portable marine navigation chartplotter and automobile navigation device. Take a moment to compare the contents of this package w...
Page 4 - Table of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ...........................................................................i Caring for the GPSMAP 378/478 ........................................... iv Warnings .................................................................................. v Important Information...
Page 5 - Specifications
Message Tab .......................................................................... 83 Display Tab............................................................................. 84 Sound Tab .............................................................................. 85 Setup Tab ...................
Page 7 - Do not become; Warnings
Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could result in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury. • When installing the unit in a vehicle, place the unit securely so that it does not obstruct the driver’s view of the road or interfere with vehicle operati...
Page 8 - Important Information; MAP DATA INFORMATION:; Battery Warnings; Additional User-Replaceable Battery Warnings:; another battery presents a risk of fire or explosion. To purchase a
Important Information MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost. We use a combination of governmental and private data sources, which we identify in product literature and copy...
Page 9 - Unit Overview; lake cartography (GPSMAP 378), and preloaded City Navigator NT
G ettInG S tarted Unit Overview The GPSMAP 378/478 is an all-in-one, versatile color chartplotter and automobile navigator—perfect for land or water. This portable GPS navigator features a 256-color TFT display that is easy to read in bright sun and includes built-in g2 cartography (GPSMAP 478) or b...
Page 10 - To charge the unit’s battery:; Using Charge Mode
Charging the GPSMAP 378/478 Before using the GPSMAP 378/478, you might need to charge the battery. Plug the power cable into an external power source to charge. You can use the unit while it is charging. To charge the unit’s battery: 1. Lift the rubber weather cap to expose the power connector on th...
Page 11 - Warning Page; Adjusting the Backlight and Volume; To adjust the backlight level or volume:
Turning On the GPSMAP 378/478 Before you turn on the GPSMAP 378/478, be sure the antenna is up as shown on page 1, and it has a clear and unobstructed view of the sky to receive satellite signals. The first time you turn on your GPSMAP 378/478, the GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establ...
Page 12 - Getting Satellite Signals; GPS Tab; While acquiring satellites, the Map Page might show; Viewing GPS Status with the GPS Tab; configuration, causing the top of the sky view to align along your; MENU; to change the configuration of; GPS Page
Getting Satellite Signals After you turn on the GPSMAP 378/478, the unit automatically begins searching for satellites. The GPS Page appears while the unit is gathering satellite signals and acquiring a fix, which should take only a few minutes. While the GPSMAP 378/478 is getting satellite signals,...
Page 13 - Receiver Status
The progress of satellite acquisition is shown in three stages: • No signal strength bars —the receiver is looking for the satellites indicated. • White signal strength bars —the receiver has found the satellite and is collecting data. • Green signal strength bars —the receiver has collected the nec...
Page 14 - initialize and find your location.
GPS Options Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. Use the ROCKER to highlight the GPS tab. Press MENU to open the options menu. Start/Stop Simulator —starts and stops Simulator Mode, which is helpful when learning how to use your unit. Enable/Disable WAAS —enables or disables WAAS capability. See ...
Page 15 - QUIT Key; entry field, or cancel an unintended function.; POWER Key
Using the GPSMAP 378/478 Keypad . IN Key/OUT Key • Press to adjust map scale to show a larger area with less detail (zoom out) or a smaller area with more detail (zoom in). PAGE/MODE Key • Press to cycle through main pages in sequence and exit a submenu page. • Press and hold to switch between Marin...
Page 16 - Cartography
Using the GPSMAP 378/478 The advanced keypad system on the GSPMAP 378/478 is designed to allow you to select options and enter data quickly and conveniently. As you progress through this owner’s manual, you are directed to press a specific key or highlight a field on the screen. When you are directe...
Page 17 - Selecting Options and Entering Data; To enter data and select options use the; select, or choose an item in a list or a field on the screen. Use the; ENTER; key and the; ROCKER; to select options, enter names and; To select and activate an option:; To mark your current location as a waypoint, press and hold; To enter data in a data field:; to highlight the data field you want, and
Selecting Options and Entering Data To enter data and select options use the ROCKER to highlight, select, or choose an item in a list or a field on the screen. Use the ENTER key and the ROCKER to select options, enter names and numbers in data fields, and activate your selections. To select and acti...
Page 18 - To clear the entire data field, highlight the left-most; Not all fields are programmable. When you are on a page with fields; Restoring Default Settings; You can restore factory defaults for the following Main Menu tabs:; To restore default settings:; twice to open the Main Menu.; Setup Tab Options Menu
Entering data TIP: To clear the entire data field, highlight the left-most character field and press left on the ROCKER again. 3. Press ENTER . Not all fields are programmable. When you are on a page with fields that are not selectable, the highlight skips over them. Restoring Default Settings You c...
Page 19 - Using the Main Menu; Main Menu; To select a tab from the Main Menu:; Display Tab
Using the Main Menu Use the Main Menu on your GPSMAP 378/478 to access various waypoint, system, navigation and interface management, and setup menus. Press the MENU key twice from any page to open the Main Menu. For more information, see the “ Main Menu ” section on page 67 . Main Menu To select a ...
Page 20 - Using Simulator Mode; Simulator Mode is great for practicing with the unit if you are; Do not try to navigate using Simulator Mode. When the; To turn on Simulator Mode:; Entering a New Location; Use the GPS options menu to enter a new location from which to; To enter a New Location using the map:
Using Simulator Mode Simulator Mode is great for practicing with the unit if you are indoors or when satellite signals are not available. All waypoints and routes created in Simulator Mode are retained in memory for future use.By unplugging the GXM 30 antenna and placing the unit in Simulator Mode, ...
Page 21 - Press and hold the; to select either; Automotive; or; Marine; Marine Mode Pages; Setting Up and Using Sonar
M arIne M ode This section explains some of the more common operations you will perform with your GPSMAP 378/478. To switch usage modes: 1. Press and hold the PAGE/MODE key. The Usage Mode Menu appears. 2. Use the ROCKER to select either Automotive or Marine , and press ENTER . Marine Mode Pages Mar...
Page 22 - Navigating to a Destination; Navigate Options Menu; Navigate Menu in Marine Mode
Navigating to a Destination You can navigate to your destination using the Map Page. As you travel, you see a magenta line that always runs from your current location to the destination or to the next turn on the Map Page. You can use the Map Page, Compass Page, Highway Page, and Position Data Page ...
Page 23 - Navigate Menu; To start a new route using the Find Menu:; Waypoint Review Page
To navigate (Go To) a point on the map: 1. On the Map Page, highlight a point to navigate to, and press NAV . 2. Highlight Go To <point name> , and press ENTER . Navigate Menu 3. Follow the magenta route created on the Map Page. To stop navigation: 1. While navigating to a point, press NAV . 2...
Page 24 - To search for an item and route to it:; For complete information about finding an item, see the; To start the MOB function:; to confirm and begin navigating to the MOB
To search for an item and route to it: 1. Press FIND to open the Find Menu. 2. Highlight a category, and press ENTER . 3. Press ENTER and press the ROCKER up or down to enter letters contained in the item name. Press ENTER when finished. Finding an item using the Containing field: The unit searches ...
Page 25 - Finding an Item; Find Menu to easily search for addresses, food & drink, fuel; Find Menu; Using the Find From Feature; FIND
Finding an Item Use the Find Menu to easily search for addresses, food & drink, fuel services, lodging, banks/ATMs, cities, shopping, stored waypoints and points of interest (POIs). To open the Find Menu, press the FIND key. The Find Menu is comprised of several default categories: Waypoints, Ci...
Page 26 - To find an item from another; Find From Options Menu; To find an item near another item:; Viewing Recently Found Items; The Recently Found Page shows a list of the items you have; To view recently found items:
To find an item from another location: 1. From any page, press FIND . 2. Highlight a category from the list, and press ENTER . 3. Press MENU to open the options menu. Find From Options Menu 4. Highlight Near Other and press ENTER . If you are actively following a route, you can also choose one of th...
Page 27 - Viewing the Information Page; To view details about an item:; Map Feature Information Page; PAGE; Find Menu Options
Viewing the Information Page Each item on the map and each item listed in the results list has an information page. To view details about an item: 1. Highlight a point on the map or in the search results list, and press ENTER . An information page appears with details about the item, in a tabbed for...
Page 28 - Creating and Using Routes; Creating a New Route; To create a route using the Find Menu:; Route Tab with the Route List; to find items to add to the route.; To create a route using the map:; Repeat step 5 to define additional route points
Creating and Using Routes The GPSMAP 378/478 allows you to create and store up to 50 reversible routes, with up to 300 points each. Creating a New Route Use the Route tab to create a route by selecting waypoints from the Find Menu, or by selecting waypoints or map items from the Map Page. To create ...
Page 29 - Navigating a Saved Route; Use the Navigate Route option to select and navigate a saved route.; To navigate a saved route:; Editing a Route; After you create a route, use the Route Review Page to edit, change; To change the name of the route:; Highlight the name of the route, and press; Route Review Page; to enter the route name, and press
Navigating a Saved Route Use the Navigate Route option to select and navigate a saved route. To navigate a saved route: 1. Press the NAV key. 2. Highlight Navigate Route , and press ENTER . 3. Highlight a route, and press ENTER . Select a route from list Editing a Route After you create a route, use...
Page 30 - To review individual route points:; Creating and Using Waypoints; When you return to the Route Review Page, the next point in the
To review individual route points: 1. Highlight the Route tab on the Main Menu. 2. From the Route List Page, highlight the name of the route, and press ENTER . 3. From the Route Review Page, highlight a point, and press ENTER . 4. On the Point Review Page, choose Next (highlight the next point on th...
Page 31 - To edit the route on the map:; You can enter information about your trip so the GPSMAP 378/478; Fuel flow rates are measured in “units per hour.” System
To edit the route on the map: 1. Highlight the Route tab on the Main Menu. 2. Select a route, and press ENTER . Press MENU to open the Route Review Page options menu. 3. Highlight Edit on Map , and press ENTER . 4. Select a location on the route (the route turns red when the arrow is over the route)...
Page 32 - Manually Transitioning to the Next Waypoint; checkpoints on a route or significant ground features. You can
Manually Transitioning to the Next Waypoint From the Route tab option menu, highlight Set Up Routes , and press ENTER to set the route leg transition (or waypoint transition). Select Distance to enter a radius so that when you are within the entered distance, the GPSMAP 378/478 leads you to the next...
Page 33 - Marking Your Present Location; fix to mark your present location.; To mark your present location:; New Waypoint Page; Creating Waypoints Using the Map; To create a new waypoint using the Map Page:; highlight the appropriate field, and press
Marking Your Present Location Use the ENTER/MARK key to capture your present location to create a new waypoint. You must have a valid position (2D or 3D) fix to mark your present location. To mark your present location: 1. Press and hold the ENTER/MARK key until the New Waypoint Page opens, then rel...
Page 34 - Creating a Waypoint by Entering Coordinates; You can manually enter location coordinates to create a waypoint.; To create a new waypoint by entering location; Waypoint Page, highlight the appropriate field, and press; Reviewing a Waypoint; After you create and store a waypoint, you can modify, review,; To access the Waypoint Review Page:
Creating a Waypoint by Entering Coordinates You can manually enter location coordinates to create a waypoint. This method is useful for creating a waypoint at a specific latitude/ longitude position from a chart. To create a new waypoint by entering location coordinates: 1. Press ENTER/MARK to creat...
Page 35 - To access the Waypoint Edit Page:; Points Tab; If the waypoint is located on a map feature or; Adding a Waypoint to a Route; Append to Route; Waypoint Options Menu
To access the Waypoint Edit Page: 1. Highlight the Points tab on the Main Menu, and then select a waypoint from the list. Points Tab 2. Press ENTER to open the Waypoint Edit Page. NOTE: If the waypoint is located on a map feature or MapSource or BlueChart g2 feature, the Waypoint Edit Page will not ...
Page 36 - Averaging the Waypoint’s Location; Average Location; makes the unit take several sample location; You must have a GPS satellite fix before you can; To calculate the average location:; Location window opens. The fields change as the unit; Average Location Page; Projecting a Waypoint; You can create a new waypoint by projecting the distance and; To create a new waypoint by projecting its location:; Project Location Menu
Averaging the Waypoint’s Location Average Location makes the unit take several sample location measurements for the waypoint and recalculate for a more accurate location reading. NOTE: You must have a GPS satellite fix before you can average a waypoint’s location. To calculate the average location: ...
Page 37 - Editing a Waypoint; The User sub tab shows a master list of all waypoints stored in; User Points Tab; To edit the waypoint:; Highlight the waypoint name, symbol, or field you want to
6. Select the point that you will project your new waypoint from, just as you would select a waypoint or point of interest. For more information see the “ Finding an Item ” section on page 17 . 7. To adjust the distance that the new waypoint will be projected beyond the original waypoint, highlight ...
Page 38 - Waypoint Page; To edit the next waypoint in the list:; Organizing Waypoints into Categories; You can organize your waypoints into categories, to help manage; To create a waypoint category:; To assign a category to a waypoint:
Waypoint Page Name field Symbol field To edit the next waypoint in the list: 1. Highlight Next , and press ENTER . The Waypoint list appears with the next waypoint highlighted. 2. Press ENTER to edit that waypoint. Organizing Waypoints into Categories You can organize your waypoints into categories,...
Page 39 - To delete a category:; With the Waypoint Categories window open, highlight the; Waypoint Categories Options Menu; again to finish deleting the category.; Deleting Waypoints; You can delete waypoints from the waypoint list on the Points tab; to highlight the on-screen; Delete; and press; When a waypoint is deleted from the list, it cannot; To delete a waypoint from the User Points tab:; tab, highlight the waypoint you want to
Waypoint Page Select the category to which you want to assign this waypoint. To delete a category: 1. With the Waypoint Categories window open, highlight the category you want to delete, and press MENU . Waypoint Categories Options Menu 2. Select Delete Category , and press ENTER . 3. Press ENTER ag...
Page 40 - field and press; Proximity Points; Use the Proximity Points tab to define an alarm circle around a; To turn proximity alarms on or off:
To delete waypoints by symbol or category: 1. On the User sub tab, highlight the waypoint to delete, and press MENU . 2. Highlight Delete by Symbol or Delete by Category , and press ENTER . 3. When deleting by symbol, highlight the symbol of the waypoint you want to delete, and press ENTER . When de...
Page 41 - Highlight the field below; To add a proximity waypoint:; Proximity Points Tab Options Menu
2. Highlight the field below Proximity Alarm , and press ENTER . 3. Select the On or Off setting, and press ENTER . To add a proximity waypoint: 1. From the Proximity Points tab, use the ROCKER to highlight an empty line on the Proximity list, and press ENTER . The Find Menu opens. 2. Select a waypo...
Page 42 - Managing Your Tracks; a location fix. For the best results, clear the track log before you; Setting Up and Saving Your Tracks; To access the Track tab:; Track; Active Track Tab; records track points after a specified distance is
Managing Your Tracks The GPSMAP 378/478 draws an electronic breadcrumb trail or track log on the Map Page as you travel. The track log contains points along its path, including time, and location for each point. The track log starts recording as soon as the GPSMAP 378/478 gets a location fix. For th...
Page 43 - To clear the track log:; Clearing the Track Log; To save the entire track log:; Saving a Portion of the Track Log
To clear the track log: 1. Highlight the Track tab on the Main Menu, then highlight the Active sub tab. 2. Highlight the Clear button, and press ENTER . A confirmation message appears. Clearing the Track Log 3. Highlight OK , and press ENTER . To save the entire track log: 1. Highlight the Track tab...
Page 44 - Saved Tracks; Saved Tab; • Review on Map
Saved Tracks The Saved sub tab lists all of the saved tracks in your unit. Press MENU to open the Saved tab options menu. Saved Tab • Review on Map —shows the highlighted track on the Map Page. • TracBack —navigates the track. You can either navigate the track as it is saved, or you can navigate the...
Page 45 - Navigating a Saved Track; To start a TracBack using the NAV key:; NAV; Highlight the track you want to navigate, and press; press; TracBack Tips; Record Mode; The receiver then uses the most significant points of your
Navigating a Saved Track You can save your track log to use later as a TracBack, which reduces your track log into a route with up to 300 turns. When initiated, a TracBack route leads you back to the oldest stored track log point. It is a good idea to clear the existing track log before you start yo...
Page 46 - IN; In Marine Mode, by default, five user-selectable data fields appear; Map Page
M arIne M ode P aGeS Five pages are available in Marine Mode—Map, Compass, Highway, Active Route, and Position Data. An optional XM Audio Page can be enabled. A Sonar Page is available when a GSD 21 Sounder Module is connected. Map Page When you turn on the GPSMAP 378/478, the Map Pages appears afte...
Page 47 - You can adjust how the following pages appear: Map, Compass,; To change the map page layout:; Selecting the Page Layout; Select a page layout option, and press; To change a; to open the options menu.; Changing a Data Field
Changing the Page Layout and Page Layout and Data Fields You can adjust how the following pages appear: Map, Compass, Highway, Position Data, Trip Computer, and optional Sonar Pages. You can also adjust the data fields on each page. To change the map page layout: 1. Press MENU to open the options me...
Page 48 - Setting Up the Map Page; Use the Set Up Map option to adjust how items appear on the Map; To change a map setup option:; Setting up the Map Page; to highlight the field you want to; Viewing Additional Map Data; Use the Map Information Page to view the data currently loaded on; The outline of a check mark will appear if one or more
Setting Up the Map Page Use the Set Up Map option to adjust how items appear on the Map Page. To change a map setup option: 1. On the Map Page, press MENU to open the options menu. 2. Highlight Set Up Map , and press ENTER . Setting up the Map Page 3. Press left or right on the ROCKER to highlight a...
Page 49 - The range value represents the distance from one end of
5. When using a map loaded to a data card, you can view detailed information about an individual map, highlight the Map Name, and press ENTER . Highlight OK , and press ENTER to exit the Map Information Page. 6. To select/deselect individual maps (data card maps only) to be shown on the Map Page, hi...
Page 50 - Panning the Map; arrow moves the map so you can view different parts of the
Map coverage conforms to the following conditions: • Cartography is shown when the selected zoom range is covered by either the internal basemap or other MapSource data loaded onto a data card. • When the selected zoom range is covered by both the internal database and data card map information, the...
Page 51 - To re-center your position on the screen:; You can also use the arrow to select on-screen map items, which; To view details about an on-screen point:; Clearing Unwanted Details from the Map; You can remove items from the Map Page (declutter the screen) to; To declutter the Map Page:
To re-center your position on the screen: Press QUIT . The map automatically moves to show your present location, and the unit returns to Position Mode. You can also use the arrow to select on-screen map items, which allows you to review a selected item directly from the map. To view details about a...
Page 52 - Measuring Distance; You can measure the distance and bearing between two map items.; To measure the bearing/distance between two points:; Measure Distance
Measuring Distance You can measure the distance and bearing between two map items. To measure the bearing/distance between two points: 1. On the Map Page, press MENU to open the options menu. 2. Highlight Measure Distance , and press ENTER . An on- screen arrow appears on the map at your present loc...
Page 53 - Compass Page in Marine Mode; You must be moving for the compass to accurately; Turning On the Compass Page; To show the Compass Page in Automotive Mode:; Display; tab on the Main Menu.; Compass Page
Compass Page During active navigation, the Compass Page guides you to your destination with a graphic compass and a bearing pointer. When the pointer is pointing straight up, you are heading directly to your destination. Compass Page in Marine Mode Rotating compass ring Course to steer ndcator Compa...
Page 54 - Compass Page Options; Compass Page. For definitions of data field options, see to; Using the Marine Timer; you to easily count up or down by specified time increments. As; To open the Marine Timer:; on the Compass Page.; Set Up Page Layout; Marine Timer appears in the lower-right corner.
Compass Page Options Use the options menu on the Compass Page to customize the Compass Page. For definitions of data field options, see to page 132 . Press MENU to open the Compass Page options menu. Set Up Page Layout —select the page layout. Show Course Pointer/Show Compass —toggles between showin...
Page 55 - To use the Marine Timer:; Marine Timer on the Compass Page; If you want to change the length of time and the behavior of the; Timers Setup; You can set the timer countdown for up to 60 minutes.; To set the Marine Timer:
To use the Marine Timer: 1. Press the ROCKER up or down to select the time you want to count. Five (5) minutes is the default. 2. Press ENTER to start the timer. Use the ROCKER during the timing to quickly select a different length of time. 3. Press ENTER to stop timing. Marine Timer on the Compass ...
Page 56 - Highway Page; Using the Highway Page; To change the highway perspective scale:; Press
Highway Page The Highway Page is available in both Marine Mode and Automotive Mode. Highway Page When you are navigating, the Highway Page provides digital and graphic steering guidance to the destination. The right side of the Highway Page features user-selectable data fields showing useful navigat...
Page 57 - Highway Page Options; Use the Highway Page options menu to define the data fields and; To show and select the Highway Page options:; repeatedly until the Highway Page appears.; Highway Page Options Menu; —select the page layout.; Change Data Fields; —shows an options menu with two sub tabs:; Line; and; Waypoint; including enabling the line for the Active Leg and Track Log.; Set Up Highway
Highway Page Options Use the Highway Page options menu to define the data fields and select which waypoints and tracks appear on the screen. The data fields, located along the right side of the page, provide various types of useful data. To show and select the Highway Page options: 1. Press PAGE rep...
Page 58 - Active Route Page; Active Route Page Options; —customize the data fields shown on the
Active Route Page When you are navigating a route using your GPSMAP 378/478, the Active Route Page shows each point (waypoint or map item) of the active route, with the point name, course, distance, and several other fields of information. The current destination point, the active point, is marked w...
Page 59 - fields. The compass ribbon appears at the top of the page to show; Position Data Page; Position Data Page Options
Position Data Page The Position Data Page shows important navigation data while navigating a route in Marine Mode. By default, the Position Data Page shows a compass ribbon, your current latitude and longitude, date and time, your location in relation to a prominent nearby landmark such as a waypoin...
Page 60 - You; MUST; have a GXM 30 antenna connected to your; XM Audio Page; The XM Audio Page is divided into three panes. The first pane; XM A
XM Audio Page Use the XM Audio Page to view and select XM Radio channels. Add or remove channels within the Favorites category, and turn audio on or off. NOTE: You MUST have a GXM 30 antenna connected to your GPSMAP 378/478 and a subscription to XM Radio to use XM Radio features. Additionally, you m...
Page 61 - Turning on the XM Audio Page; To show the XM Audio Page:; XM Audio Page Field on the Display Tab; To select an XM Radio channel:; XM Audio Page Options; XM Audio Page Options Menu; Add to Favorites
Turning on the XM Audio Page The XM Audio Page is off by default. To show the XM Audio Page: 1. Highlight the Display tab on the Main Menu. 2. Highlight the XM Audio Page field, and press ENTER . 3. Select On , and press ENTER . XM Audio Page Field on the Display Tab To select an XM Radio channel: 1...
Page 62 - Using Favorites; You can create a customized list of up to 30 of your favorite XM; To add a channel to Favorites:; Adding a Channel to Favorites; To view and select Favorites:; Favorites List; To delete a channel from Favorites:
Using Favorites You can create a customized list of up to 30 of your favorite XM Radio channels. To add a channel to Favorites: 1. Highlight the Category list, and press ENTER . 2. Select a category, and press ENTER , or use the IN and OUT keys. 3. Select a channel.4. Press MENU . 5. Highlight Add T...
Page 63 - Scanning XM Radio Channels; From the XM Audio Page, you can scan all channels, scan channels; To scan XM Radio channels:; . Each channel is played for five seconds and; Turning Audio On or Off; To turn audio on or off:
Scanning XM Radio Channels From the XM Audio Page, you can scan all channels, scan channels in a specific category, or scan channels in your Favorites. To scan XM Radio channels: 1. On the XM Audio Page, press MENU . 2. Select Scan on the options menu, and press ENTER . 3. Select All Channels to sca...
Page 64 - Automotive Mode Pages
a utoMotIve M ode This section discusses some of the more common Automotive operations you will perform with your GPSMAP 378/478 in Automotive Mode. Please note that many common operations, such as marking a waypoint and creating a route, are performed the same way as in Marine Mode. See the Marine ...
Page 65 - Navigating in Automotive Mode
Navigating in Automotive Mode You can navigate to your destination in Automotive Mode using the Map Page. As you travel, your GPSMAP 378/478 guides you to your destination with voice prompts, arrows, and directions along the top of the screen. When you are actively navigating, you see a magenta line...
Page 66 - Stopping and Resuming Navigation; When navigating to a point, you can stop navigation. For example,
To navigate (Go To) a point on the map: 1. Highlight a point to navigate to, and press NAV . 2. Highlight Go To <point name> , and press ENTER . 3. Follow the magenta line created on the Map Page. Stopping and Resuming Navigation When navigating to a point, you can stop navigation. For example...
Page 67 - To create a new route:; To go to a destination using the Find Menu:
To create a new route: 1. Press NAV to open the Navigate Menu. 2. Highlight New Route , and press ENTER . 3. From the Find Menu, highlight Waypoints , and press ENTER . (You can also choose to go to other points, such as Cities or Exits from this list. The steps vary only slightly from those listed ...
Page 68 - Following a Saved Route; to open the Navigate Menu.; Editing Your Route; Navigate Menu in Automotive Mode
Following a Saved Route Use the Navigate Menu to follow a saved track or route. If you want to follow roads on your route, press MENU and select Follow Roads on the Active Route Page. To follow a saved route: 1. Press NAV to open the Navigate Menu. 2. Highlight Navigate Route , and press ENTER . 3. ...
Page 69 - Entering Custom Avoids; The Custom Avoids feature allows you to enter specific areas and; To enter a custom avoid:; to move the arrow to the first point in the; Creating a Detour
Entering Custom Avoids The Custom Avoids feature allows you to enter specific areas and roads to avoid when navigating. Custom Avoids apply to all routes, but detours apply to only the active route. You can add Custom Avoids while you are navigating a route or before you navigate. To enter a custom ...
Page 70 - Edit Vias
Adding and Editing Stops (Via Points) You can add Via Points—points through which you would like to travel—to your route using the Edit Vias option. To add Via Points to your route: 1. While navigating your route, press NAV to open the Navigate Menu. 2. Select Edit Vias , and press ENTER . The Add/E...
Page 71 - Following an Automotive Route; Track Your Progress with the Map Page; Map Page Displaying Your Route; Watch Your Trip Data; Current Route Page
Following an Automotive Route The GPSMAP 378/478 guides you to your destination using many tools, such as the Map Page and Current Route Page. Track Your Progress with the Map Page You can track the progress of your route on the Map Page. Your route is shown with a magenta line. The next turn is sho...
Page 72 - In Automotive Mode, by default, four user-selectable data fields; • Change the page layout and data fields to customize the Map
a utoMotIve M ode P aGeS Automotive Mode has two main pages, Map and Trip Computer, that are always available. Optional Highway and Compass Pages can be turned on in Automotive Mode. When you are actively navigating, the Current Route Page is available if you are navigating a turn-by-turn route. The...
Page 73 - Saving the Current Route; highlighted to finish saving the route.
Current Route Page Whenever you start a route in the GPSMAP 378/478 in Automotive Mode, the Active Route Page shows each turn of the active route, with the distance to the turn, the street name, and estimated time to arrival and time of arrival. As you navigate a route, the turn list automatically u...
Page 74 - Trip Computer Page; Trip Computer Page Options Menu; Set Up Page Layout—; choose the layout and number of data fields.; Change Nearest Type; be used as the nearest item [shown in the lower-left data field of the
Trip Computer Page The Trip Computer Page shows important data while navigating a route in Automotive Mode. It indicates your current speed and other data about your trip, such as average speed and moving time. Trip Computer Page Reset the Trip Computer before beginning a trip. If you make frequent ...
Page 75 - , and then press up or; Main Menu Tabs; —configure sonar options.
M aIn M enu The Main Menu provides access to various waypoint, system, navigation and interface management, and setup menus. Main Menu To select a tab from the Main Menu: 1. From any page, press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Highlight the tab you want. The information for the highlighted tab ...
Page 76 - Main Menu—GPS Tab; Weather Tab; Storm Cells; You must have a subscription to XM WX Weather, and; Main Menu—Weather Tab; Using XM WX; gPs t
GPS Tab The GPS tab provides a visual reference of satellite acquisition, receiver status, and accuracy. The sky view and signal strength bars give an indication of what satellites are visible to the receiver and whether they are being tracked. For more information about GPS, see pages 4-6 . Main Me...
Page 77 - XM Tab; Audio; The XM tab always appears on the Main Menu,; Main Menu—XM Tab; Audio Sub Tab; Information Sub Tab; XM t
XM Tab The XM tab is where you can view and select XM Radio channels, add or delete favorites, and obtain radio ID and XM WX Weather service level information. The XM tab is divided into two sub tabs: Audio and Information . NOTE: The XM tab always appears on the Main Menu, regardless of whether the...
Page 78 - Route Tab; Main Menu—Route Tab; efficiently. For more information about waypoints, see the; Main Menu—Points Tab; User Sub Tab; Use the Proximity sub tab to define an alarm circle around a stored
Route Tab The Route tab shows all the routes currently stored in memory, along with a descriptive name for each route. Use the Route tab create and store up to 50 reversible routes, with up to 300 points each. See the “ Creating and Using Routes ” section beginning on page 20 for more information ab...
Page 79 - Track Tab; define how it is recorded, or save the track log data for future use.; Main Menu—Track Tab; Active Sub Tab; DSC Tab; Appendix; DSC Page; dsc t
Track Tab Use the Track tab to specify whether or not to record a track log, define how it is recorded, or save the track log data for future use. The Track tab is divided into two sub tabs: Active and Saved. For more information about tracks, see the “ Managing Your Tracks ” section beginning on pa...
Page 80 - Page. Both pages contain identical fields to the DSC Entry Review; Open the Call List or Log from the; DSC; to open the DSC Entry Review Page.; DSC Entry Review Page
Understanding Distress Calls With your GPSMAP 378/478 properly connected to a VHF radio with DSC output, you can receive any DSC distress call within range. An alert message appears and a tone sounds when a distress call is received. The alarm only sounds on a distress call; position reports do not ...
Page 81 - DSC Call List; after 100 calls are received, the oldest log file is removed when a; DSC Log; Receiving a Position Report or Distress Call; Call List
DSC Call List The Call List sub tab shows the 50 most recent calls, even if the unit is left unattended. The Call List only shows the most recent call from a vessel. If a second call is received, it replaces the first call in the Call List. Press MENU to sort the list and delete entries. DSC Call Li...
Page 82 - DSC Directory list; To add a new Directory entry:; Open the DSC Directory on the Main Menu.; OR; New Directory Item Page; Making a Distress Call
DSC Directory list DSC Directory entres. Press ENTER to open the Entry Review Page. Blank entry. Press ENTER to add a Directory entry. To add a new Directory entry: 1. Open the DSC Directory on the Main Menu. 2. Highlight the first blank space in the directory list, and press ENTER . OR Press MENU ,...
Page 83 - Setting Up DSC; DSC Setup; Sonar Tab; You must have a GSD 21 Sounder Module connected to; Main Menu—Sonar Tab
Setting Up DSC Use the Setup sub tab to turn DSC on and off. If you have more than one chartplotter and only want DSC to show on another chartplotter, turn DSC off on this unit.This Setup sub tab also allows you to simulate distress calls and position reports while the unit is in Simulator Mode (see...
Page 84 - Alarms Tab; Use the Alarms tab to define alarm settings. When an alarm goes off,; Main Menu—Alarms tab; highlight the next field to the right, and press; To set a persistent alarm:; —sets an alarm to sound when you are a specified distance
Alarms Tab Use the Alarms tab to define alarm settings. When an alarm goes off, the alarm message appears on the GPSMAP 378/478 and the unit emits five (5) beeps. Main Menu—Alarms tab To set an alarm: 1. Highlight the Alarms tab on the Main Menu. 2. Select an alarm to set, and press ENTER . 3. Chang...
Page 85 - System Alarms; then enter a specific time that you want the alarm to sound. The; Weather Alarms; where a flood warning is in effect.
System Alarms Clock —sets an alarm based on the unit’s clock. Select On, and then enter a specific time that you want the alarm to sound. The GPSMAP 378/478 must be on for the clock alarm to work. Ext. (External) Voltage —sets an alarm to sound when the external voltage drops below a specified amoun...
Page 86 - Sonar Alarms; Calendar Tab; Calendar Tab in Day View; Calendar Options
Sonar Alarms Shallow Water/Deep Water —sets an alarm to sound when you enter an area of water that is too shallow or deep. Select On , and then specify a depth. You must be receiving sonar NMEA data for this function to work. Water Temp —sets an alarm to indicate if the water temperature has exceede...
Page 87 - Celestial Tab; and hunting and fishing information. You can view data for your; Main Menu—Celestial Tab; To access the Celestial tab:
To add a route (or point) to the calendar: 1. Highlight the Calendar tab on the Main Menu. The current day appears on the Day View sub tab. 2. Press MENU to open the options menu. Highlight Add Route (or Add Point ), and press ENTER . 3. From the pop-up route list (or the Find Menu if Add Point was ...
Page 88 - Tide Sub Tab; To view a tide chart for a different tide station:; when finished. The unit shows the chart for the; Date
Tide Sub Tab The Tide sub tab contains a graphical chart that shows tide station information in a 24-hour span starting at midnight station time. You can choose from different dates and more than 3,000 tide stations. Height of tide Smallest and largest tides for the AM hours Select the tide station ...
Page 89 - field. Then press down to start the Pointer; The Sun & Moon sub tab provides you with sunrise/sunset and; To view sun and moon information for a different date:; when finished. The unit shows the sun and
To view a chart’s details for another time during the day (other than current time): 1. From the Tide sub tab with the chart you want to view, press MENU , and then select Move Cursor . 2. Press the ROCKER right or left to view the chart at another time. 3. To return to the current time, press MENU ...
Page 90 - To view sun and moon information for a different; To use the current location, highlight the; From; highlight; Current Location; The Hunt & Fish sub tab provides you with predictions of the best; To view hunt and; when finished. The unit shows the information
To view sun and moon information for a different location: 1. Highlight the From field, and press ENTER . 2. Highlight Use Find Menu , and press ENTER . The Find Menu automatically opens. 3. Select a waypoint or point of interest, and press ENTER . 4. On the Waypoint Information Page, press ENTER . ...
Page 91 - . The unit shows Hunt; To use the current location:; Message Tab; Main Menu—Message Tab
To use the current date again, highlight the Date field. Press MENU , highlight Use Current Date , and press ENTER . To view hunt and fish information for a different location: 1. Highlight the From field, and press ENTER . 2. Highlight Use Find Menu , and press ENTER . The Find Menu opens. 3. Selec...
Page 92 - To show or hide messages using the; Message; Log Filter; sub tab. All messages appear by; Message Log Filter Tab; Highlight the message type you want to hide, and press; . The message name appears in the; Hide; Main Menu—Display Tab
To show or hide messages using the log filter: 1. Highlight the Message tab on the Main Menu. 2. Highlight the Log Filter sub tab. All messages appear by default. Message Log Filter Tab 3. Highlight the message type you want to hide, and press ENTER . The message name appears in the Hide window. 4. ...
Page 93 - Sound Tab; Main Menu—Sound Tab
Twilight Adjustment —allows the unit to adjust the backlight for optimum viewing during twilight times. Highway Page —indicates whether the Highway Page appears in the main page sequence. XM Audio Page —indicates whether the XM Audio Page appears in the main page sequence. Compass Page —indicates wh...
Page 94 - Setup Tab; System Sub Tab; To access the System sub tab:; Setup; System; Main Menu—System Setup Tab
Setup Tab To customize how your GPSMAP 378/478 looks, use the System tab to adjust certain system settings. System Sub Tab Use the System sub tab to control settings for System Mode, Speed Filter, Text Language, WAAS, and External Power. To access the System sub tab: 1. Highlight the Setup tab on th...
Page 95 - To access the Road Routing sub tab; Road Routing; Road Routing Sub Tab; —allows you to enter specific areas and roads that
Road Routing Sub Tab Use the Road Routing sub tab to select road routing settings. To access the Road Routing sub tab 1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu. 2. Select the Road Routing sub tab. Road Routing Sub Tab Route Preference —allows the unit to calculate routes based on: • Faster Time —r...
Page 96 - To access the Guidance sub tab; tab from the Main Menu.; Guidance Sub Tab; Timers Sub Tab; To access the Timers sub tab; Timers; Timers Sub Tab
Guidance Sub Tab Use the Guidance sub tab to set guidance information. To access the Guidance sub tab 1. Highlight the Setup tab from the Main Menu. 2. Select the Guidance sub tab. Guidance Sub Tab Off-Route Recalculation —allows you to set whether the unit prompts you when it is recalculating your ...
Page 97 - appear in the Current Time and Date field.; To access the Time sub tab; Time; Time Sub Tab; Units Sub Tab; To access the Units sub tab; Units
Time Sub Tab Use the Time sub tab to set the time format and zone, and set the unit to conform to Daylight Saving Time. The current time and date appear in the Current Time and Date field. To access the Time sub tab 1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu. 2. Select the Time sub tab. Time Sub Ta...
Page 98 - Location Sub Tab; To access the Location sub tab:; Location; Changing the Location Format; Only change the datum if you are using a map or chart that specifies; Selecting a Different Heading Reference; field if you selected; User Mag Var
Location Sub Tab Use the Location sub tab to change location setting information. To access the Location sub tab: 1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu. 2. Select the Location sub tab. See the “Appendix” for more information about location formats and map datums. Also visit the National Imager...
Page 99 - Use the Welcome sub tab to enter information, such as your name; To access the Welcome sub tab:; Welcome Sub Tab; To add a welcome message:; Highlight one of the Welcome Message fields, and press; Interface Sub Tab; To access the Interface sub tab:; Interface Sub Tab
Welcome Sub Tab Use the Welcome sub tab to enter information, such as your name and address, or a welcome message that appears when you turn on your GPSMAP 378/478. To access the Welcome sub tab: 1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu. 2. Select the Welcome sub tab. Welcome Sub Tab To add a wel...
Page 100 - USB is disconnected, the USB field; To have the unit automatically scan for a frequency:
Serial Data Format —sets the data format to one of the following: • Garmin Data Transfer —provides the proprietary format used to exchange data with a computer or another Garmin GPSMAP 378/478. Garmin Data Transfer is disabled when the USB is connected, and the unit automatically switches to USB for...
Page 101 - Interface Sub Tab with Garmin DGPS Selected; The Status field shows one of the following:; Tuning; —the unit is attempting to tune to the specified; Scanning; With the unit set to; (SNR) and Distance fields show data. The SNR range is 0 dB to 30
Interface Sub Tab with Garmin DGPS Selected Highlight Scan and press ENTER . Shows the status of the scan The Status field shows one of the following: • Tuning —the unit is attempting to tune to the specified frequency and bit rate. • Scanning —the unit is automatically scanning through the frequenc...
Page 102 - To access the Advanced NMEA Output Setup:; Advanced NMEA Output Setup
Advanced NMEA Output Setup If you are going to interface the GPSMAP 378/478 with another piece of equipment (such as a radar or autopilot), the unit needs to be set to output NMEA data. The NMEA data transmission can be customized to keep the output rate at two seconds. If too many NMEA sentences ar...
Page 103 - SInG; eather; • To view a specific weather feature such as NEXRAD Radar or; Viewing XM WX Weather; To turn XM WX Weather on or off on the Map Page:; Map Page with XM WX Weather; Setting XM WX Weather Options; about specific weather features, see the; XM WX W
u SInG XM WX W eather This section describes how to use XM WX Satellite Weather with your GPSMAP 378/478. You must have a subscription to XM WX Weather, and you must plug your GXM 30 antenna into the USB port on the back of the unit to receive the XM signal. If you do not have a subscription to XM W...
Page 104 - To set up weather options on the Map Page:; Map Page Options Menu; Highlight the field you want to change, and press; Use the Weather tab to turn XM WX Weather data on or off on; —allows you to turn XM WX Weather data on or off
To set up weather options on the Map Page: 1. From the Map Page, press MENU to open the options menu. 2. Highlight Set Up Map , and press ENTER . Map Page Options Menu 3. Highlight the Weather , Srfc Wx , or Mrn Wx tab. 4. Highlight the field you want to change, and press ENTER . 5. Press PAGE or QU...
Page 105 - information first appears on the Map Page.; Srfc Wx Tab; —sets the map scale at which each feature first appears on; Mrn Wx Tab; feature first appears on the Map Page. Select
Srfc Wx Tab Use the Srfc Wx tab to set the map scale at which surface weather information first appears on the Map Page. Srfc Wx Tab Surface Winds , Surface Pressure , Fronts , Visibility , County Warnings —sets the map scale at which each feature first appears on the Map Page. Select Auto , Off , o...
Page 106 - Using the Weather Tab; Weather Tab with Storm Cells; To view a specific XM WX Weather Information Type:; To view the forecast map:; The Map window shows the current forecast in the Map; Forecast Map; Highlight the field to the right of
Using the Weather Tab Use the Weather tab on the Main Menu to quickly view individual weather settings without turning all other weather features on or off. For example, you can select Storm Cells to view only storm cells on the Weather tab. When you close the Main Menu and return to the Map Page, a...
Page 107 - Weather Options; To select weather options:; Weather Legend
3. Highlight the forecast you want to view— Current , 12 Hour , 24 Hour , 36 Hour , or 48 Hour , and press ENTER . The Map window on the Weather tab is updated with forecast information for the time you selected. The age of the weather report appears in the bottom-left corner of the Map window on th...
Page 108 - Viewing Additional XM Weather Information; Radio ID; —contains the eight-digit identification number of the; Service Level; Accessing GXM 30 Antenna Information; To view information about your GXM 30 antenna:
Viewing Additional XM Weather Information Use the Information sub tab to view the radio identification number, service level information, and list of weather products. Information Sub Tab Rado ID Subscrpton package List of available weather features Age (in minutes) of weather data The Information s...
Page 109 - Finding Weather Information; You can use the Find Menu to access weather information for your; To find weather information for your current location:; Current Location Page opens.; Weather From Current Location; Forecast; tab to view the weather forecast for; Weather Forecast; Sea Surface; tab to view sea surface; Sea Surface Information
Finding Weather Information You can use the Find Menu to access weather information for your current location or from another location on the map. By selecting the Weather Data option on the Find Menu, you can view the current conditions, forecast information, sea surface conditions, and weather bul...
Page 110 - Marine Weather Bulletins; You can highlight a weather bulletin, and press; to view the; Marine Weather Bulletin; To find weather data for a different location:
5. Highlight the Bulletin tab to view marine weather bulletins. Marine Weather Bulletins You can highlight a weather bulletin, and press ENTER to view the full text of the marine weather bulletin. Marine Weather Bulletin To find weather data for a different location: 1. Press MENU on the Weather Fro...
Page 111 - have a GSD 21 installed and connected to; Showing Sonar on the Map Page; Map Page with Split Screen
S ettInG u P and u SInG S onar This section covers the additional sonar options for the GPSMAP 378/478 when used in conjunction with a GSD 21 Sounder Module. Read the GSD 21 Sounder Module Installation Instructions to properly install the sounder module. When you turn on your GPSMAP 378/478, the sou...
Page 112 - Using the Sonar Page; 78/478 becomes a powerful fishfinder/flasher with the Sonar Page.; Sonar Page; Fish; option allows you to view the actual sonar data, a fish; Dual; appearance of the fish symbols changes. Fish symbols from the
Using the Sonar Page When combined with a GSD 21 Sounder Module, your GPSMAP 378/478 becomes a powerful fishfinder/flasher with the Sonar Page. If a GSD 21 is attached, but the unit does not detect a transducer, a “Sonar Turned Off” message appears across the Sonar Page. The Sonar Page appears only ...
Page 113 - Adjusting the Sonar Page; To select an adjustment option:; right or left to scroll through the; Sonar Adjustment Options; be set to automatically track the bottom or set to a user-specified
Adjusting the Sonar Page Use the Adjustment Menu to access the settings and features most commonly used on the Sonar Page. Ten main adjustment options are available: Range, Zoom, View, Gain, Target Level, Whiteline, Frequency, Depth Line, Noise Reject, and Scroll. The currently selected option appea...
Page 114 - In; keys. Turn off the zoom function by pressing the; Out; key until the; No Zoom; —helps filter unwanted noise from the sonar display.
• 2X Zoom —shows the 2X zoomed picture on the full screen. • 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 —shows the 4X zoomed picture on the full screen. • Btm (Bottom) Split —shows two reduced pictures, the righ...
Page 115 - Resizing the Split Screen; Using the Pointer on the Sonar Page; underwater waypoints. This makes it easier to find and use; To mark an underwater waypoint:; appropriate field, and press
Resizing the Split Screen You can adjust the way the split screen appears. This option is only available when a zoom scale other than No Zoom is selected. To resize the Sonar Page split screen: 1. From the Sonar Page split screen, press MENU . 2. Highlight Size Split , and press ENTER . 3. Move the ...
Page 116 - Setting Up Sonar; To access the Sonar Tab:; Highlight the; Sonar; —select the efficiency of the digital depth update
Setting Up Sonar Use the Sonar tab on the Main Menu to set up the Sonar Page. To access the Sonar Tab: Highlight the Sonar tab on the Main Menu. Main Menu—Sonar Tab Fish Symbols —select how the Sonar Page shows underwater targets and background information. Select Off to show all of the available in...
Page 117 - Transducer; distance. To find out your speed, divide the distance by the time.; To calibrate the water speed:; Calibrating the Water Speed
Calibrating the Water Speed If you select Temp, Spd for the Transducer option on the Setup sub tab, you must calibrate the water speed to ensure the Water Speed shown on your unit is accurate. The calibration should take place in water having little or no current.The unit automatically uses the GPS ...
Page 118 - Setting Up the Sonar Display; To access the Display sub tab:; Display Sub Tab; to show a graphic flasher representation on; Sonar Page with the Sonar Display Settings Changed
Setting Up the Sonar Display You can set up how the sonar information appears on-screen using the Display sub tab. To access the Display sub tab: 1. Highlight the Sonar tab on the Main Menu. 2. Highlight the Display sub tab. Display Sub Tab Scale —select how and where you want the depth scale to app...
Page 119 - Viewing the Temperature; You must be receiving proper sonar data from another; To access the Temperature sub tab:; Temperature; Temperature Sub Tab; Changing the Temperature Display
Viewing the Temperature Use the Temperature sub tab to view a graph of water temperature changes over a period of time. The graph reads from right to left so that the most recent temperature measured appears on the far right side of the graph. The dotted lines within the graph indicate intervals in ...
Page 120 - Understanding Sonar; Understanding the Sonar Display; Transducer Coverage; Aerial View of the Water
Understanding Sonar The transducer mounted on your vessel transmits sound waves toward the bottom of the water in a cone-shaped pattern. When a transmitted sound wave strikes an underwater object—such as the bottom, a structure, or a fish—sound is reflected back to the transducer. The transducer col...
Page 121 - cannot show a large coverage area for finding fish. The 10° cone
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 cone angles (40°) associated with low frequencies (50 kHz) provide a large coverage area for finding fish within a coverage width that is approximately ...
Page 122 - Whiteline; bottom is hard or soft. When the sonar sound waves are reflected; Whiteline Off; Thermoclines; A rough definition of a thermocline is a break in water where
Whiteline The GSD 21 Sounder Module can help you determine whether the bottom is hard or soft. When the sonar sound waves are reflected back by the bottom, a hard bottom returns a stronger signal than a soft bottom. A thin whiteline indicates a softer bottom, while a thick whiteline indicates a hard...
Page 123 - Physical Specifications; Accuracy
a PPendIX Specifications Physical Specifications Size: 5.7" W x 3.2" H x 1.9" D (14.5 x 8.1 x 4.8 cm) Weight: 14.0 oz (0.40 kg) Display: 3.75" diagonal (9.5 cm) Transflective, 256-color display with backlighting (480 x 320 pixels) Case: Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy, wate...
Page 124 - Optional Accessories; Garmin accessories have been designed and; Enhances the basemap and creates
Optional Accessories In addition to the standard accessories included with your GPSMAP 378/478, several optional accessories are available to enhance the operation of the GPSMAP 378/478. To obtain replacement parts and optional accessories, contact your Garmin Dealer, Garmin Product Support in the U...
Page 125 - Installation Information; GPSMAP 378/478 to auxiliary devices and removing the antenna.; Connecting the Power/Data Cable; VDC system and provides interface capabilities for connecting; Power/Data Connector on the GPSMAP 378/478 Unit; Power/Data Connector on the Cable
Installation Information This section of the Appendix provides information on connecting the GPSMAP 378/478 to auxiliary devices and removing the antenna. Connecting the Power/Data Cable The power/data cable connects the GPSMAP 378/478 to an 11–35 VDC system and provides interface capabilities for c...
Page 126 - Connecting the Optional GXM 30 Antenna; Connect the optional GXM 30 antenna to the GPSMAP 378/478; You must subscribe to XM Radio and/or XM WX; To connect the GXM 30 antenna:; Position the antenna where it has a clear view of the sky.; GXM 30 Antenna Plugged In
Connecting the Optional GXM 30 Antenna Connect the optional GXM 30 antenna to the GPSMAP 378/478 to access XM WX satellite weather and XM Radio. For more information about the GXM 30 antenna, see the GXM 30 Owner’s Manual . NOTE: You must subscribe to XM Radio and/or XM WX Satellite Weather to use t...
Page 127 - Connecting Your GPSMAP 378/478 to a Computer; Fully install the supplied MapSource program, Trip &; USB Data Port on Your PC; To connect your GPS to your computer:; connected. USB drivers might be updated periodically. You can find
Connecting Your GPSMAP 378/478 to a Computer You can connect your GPSMAP 378/478 to your computer using the supplied USB cable to connect to a USB data port or the PC Interface cable to connect to a DB-9 serial communications port. NOTE: Fully install the supplied MapSource program, Trip & Waypo...
Page 128 - Using xImage for Customized Waypoint Icons; . See the Help file for complete; Installing and Removing Data Cards; To install a data card:; If the unit is on, a confirmation tone sounds. The first time; To remove a data card:; If the unit is on, a confirmation tone sounds when the data
Using xImage for Customized Waypoint Icons Use xImage to exchange images between your computer and your GPSMAP 378/478. You can download and save screenshots of any screen shown on your unit. xImage also allows you to download customizable splash screens and waypoint symbols from compatible GPS unit...
Page 129 - To remove the GPS antenna:; Remove the external power cable from the connector on the; Removing the GPS Antenna
Interfacing The following formats are supported for connection of external devices: GARMIN proprietary Differential GPS (DGPS), NMEA 0180, 0182, 0183 (versions 1.5, 2.0, 2.3, 3.01), ASCII Text Output, and RTCM SC-104 input (version 2.0). The following are the Approved Sentences for NMEA 0183, versio...
Page 130 - Satellite Information; Satellite Sky View; Satellite Location; location is shown in the location format you have selected.; Differential Field; tab and will show one of the following conditions:; None; —no optional beacon receiver is attached or enabled in; Searching for WAAS; —WAAS is enabled and the receiver is
Satellite Information Satellite Sky View 45° 90° Outer ring - the horizon Inner ring- 45° above the horizon Center dot - 90° above the horizon Satellite Location The location of each available satellite is shown over two location rings on the Satellite Information Page. The outer ring represents the...
Page 131 - confirmed an accuracy performance of 1–2 meters horizontal and
• Using WAAS —WAAS capability is enabled and the unit is receiving WAAS corrections. • Check Beacon Wiring —the DGPS setting is enabled in the Interface sub tab on the Main Menu—Setup tab but no DGPS device is detected. • No Beacon Signal —DGPS receiver is attached, but not transmitting RTCM data to...
Page 132 - LORAN TD Setup; LORAN TD Feature; Setup TD; lorAn td s
LORAN TD Setup LORAN C is a radio navigation aid operated and maintained in the United States by the United States Coast Guard. LORAN (LOng RAnge Navigation) system covers the entire United States and the U.S. Coastal Confluence Zone. From the perspective of a mariner, the system is used for ocean a...
Page 133 - To set up Loran TD from the Main Menu:; LORAN TD Position Format Handbook
To set up Loran TD from the Main Menu: 1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu, and then highlight the Location sub tab. 2. Highlight the Location Format field and press ENTER . Location Sub Tab 3. Highlight Loran TD , and press ENTER . 4. Highlight the Setup button located on the right side of ...
Page 134 - Map Datums and Location Formats; What Are a Map Datums?; specific map datum. Every chart has a map datum reference, and you; What is a Location Format?; Using a Garmin GPS with Paper Land
Map Datums and Location Formats Map Datums are based on a mathematical model of the Earth. What Are a Map Datums? A datum is a mathematical model of the Earth that approximates the shape of the Earth and enables calculations to be carried out in a consistent and accurate manner. The datum is physica...
Page 135 - use DSC, users must first register their VHF radio with the; What is a Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI); identifier to the Coast Guard when used in; Garmin does
Digital Selective Calling (DSC) DSC uses marine VHF radio GPS technologies to transmit and receive location information. DSC is used by mariners to assist them in two major areas: distress calls and position reporting.A non-emergency DSC position report allows mariners to exchange and show the posit...
Page 136 - How Are MMSI Assignments Obtained?; Non-Federal Users in the United States; application/licensing process when you file FCC Forms 159 and; Federal Users in the United States; How Can Garmin Help You with DSC?
How Are MMSI Assignments Obtained? Non-commercial users, such as recreational users, who remain in United States waters and only carry VHF, EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons), and Radar are not required to have a FCC ship station license. The FCC and Coast Guard have authorized some...
Page 137 - Messages; —a fish was detected. The unit shows an icon and beeps (if
Messages Accuracy Alarm —the GPS accuracy has fallen outside of user-set value. Alarm Clock —the alarm clock has sounded. Antenna Shorted to Ground —the external GPS antenna has an electrical connection problem. Contact Garmin Product Support. Approaching Turn —you are nearing a turn in a route. Arr...
Page 138 - —a complete uploaded track will not fit in memory. The
No Roads Near Starting Point —the start location for the road route you tried to calculate is not near any roads. Select a different start location. No DGPS Position —no differential connection data is available, or not enough data is available to calculate a DGPS position. No Tide Stations for that...
Page 139 - Data Field Options; option. Some of these options are supported only by devices
Data Field Options The following list provides a brief description of each data field option. Some of these options are supported only by devices interfaced to your GPSMAP 378/478. Accuracy —the current accuracy of your GPS-determined location. Battery Timer —the time remaining on the battery before...
Page 141 - Software License Agreement; BY USING THE GPSMAP 378/478, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE; Product Registration; Help us better support you by completing our online registration; Contact Garmin; Contact Garmin Product Support if you have any questions while; Contact; for in-country support information, or contact Garmin
Software License Agreement BY USING THE GPSMAP 378/478, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY.Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in binary execu...
Page 142 - Limited Warranty; Online Auction Purchases:
Limited Warranty This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no ...
Page 143 - Weather Data Warranty; USER SAFETY
Weather Data Warranty THE WEATHER DATA SOFTWARE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED “AS IS.” ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF NON-INFRINGEMENT ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. USER SAFETY If you use XM Services it is your responsibil...
Page 144 - This product was developed using DAFIFTM, a product of the National; XM Satellite Radio Service Agreement; XM Satellite Radio Inc.; States. XM WX is a trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc.; XM s
This product was developed using DAFIF™, a product of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.This product has not been endorsed or otherwise approved by the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, or the United States Department of Defense (10 U.S.C. 425)a. Under 10 U.S.C. 456, no civil action...
Page 145 - FCC Compliance; • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.; fcc c
FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.This equip...
Page 152 - © 2009 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries; Garmin Corporation
For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. © 2009 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151 st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Liberty House,...