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Test the installation – Garmin GPSMAP 2108 User Manual

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GPSMAP

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2008/2108 Owner’s Manual

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information to be sent to a single GPS device, whereas

a CANet connection provides full sonar readings,

including Ultrascroll

, so you can view and control

the same information on your compatible Garmin GPS

unit(s) as you can on your compatible Garmin Sounder

or Fishfinder.

GPSMAP 2108 does NOT support CANet but Garmin

Network. Please connect GSD 21 to NMEA Port 1 or

connect GSD 22 to network port for sounder options.

When more one network device is used with GPSMAP

2108, GMS 10 is needed to expand network ports.

NOTE: To use the Garmin CANet with your

unit, you must obtain a CANet Kit. Contact your

Garmin dealer, or visit

www.garmin.com

.

Test the Installation

To turn on your unit for the first time, press and hold

the

POWER

key until the unit beeps and turns on. Use

the

ROCKER

and the

keys and follow the

screens to configure your unit.

NOTE: Although it is possible to perform some

checks with the boat trailered, the boat should be

in the water to properly test the installation.

To configure your unit for the first time:

1. Select the

Language

.

2. Select attached

NMEA Devices

.

3. Select the

Transducer

type (if applicable).

4. Select the

Position Format

(the default is

hddd°mm.mmm’).

5. Select the

Time Format

(the default is 12

Hour).

6. Select your

Time Zone

.

7. Select your preferred

Units

of measure.

8. Select a

Minimum Depth

.

9. Select the

Overhead Clearance

of your boat.

The Home screen appears (see

page 6

) after you select

your configuration options.

NOTE: You can adjust these options in the

future from the Configure screen.

Because water is necessary to carry the sounder’s

sonar signal, the transducer must be in the water to

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