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Garmin GPSMAP 2108 User Manual

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GPSMAP

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2008/2108 Owner’s Manual

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(GPSMAP2108 Applicable)

When you connect your chartplotter to an optional

Garmin marine radar such as a GMR 404/406 or a

GMR 18, you can view more information about your

surroundings. The Garmin marine radar connects

through the Garmin Marine Network and shares radar

data with all networked chartplotters.
The Garmin marine radar transmits a narrow beam

of microwave energy as it rotates in a 360º pattern.

When the transmitted energy contacts a target, some

of that energy is reflected back to the radar.

WARNING: The marine radar transmits

microwave energy that has the potential to

be harmful to humans and animals. Before

beginning radar transmission, verify that the area

around the radar is clear. The radar transmits a

beam approximately 12° above and 12° below

a line extending horizontally from the center of

the radar. Avoid looking directly at the radar,

because the eyes are the most susceptible part of

the body.

To turn on the radar:

1. When you power the network on, the radar

warms up. A countdown is provided to alert

you when the radar is ready. From the Home

screen, press

Radar > Cruising

.

NOTE: As a safety feature, the radar enters

standby mode after it warms up. This gives

you an opportunity to verify that the area

around the radar is clear before beginning radar

transmission. The microwave energy transmitted

by the radar can potentially be dangerous.

2. When the message “Ready to Transmit”

appears, press or touch .

3. On the lower-right portion of the screen, select

Transmit Radar

. A “Spinning Up” message

appears for a few moments, then the radar

begins painting an image.

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