Garmin GPSMAP 196 - Manual (Page 11)

Turning On the GPSMAP 196
The first time you turn on your new GPSMAP 196, the receiver
must collect satellite data and establish its present location. To
ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 196 is shipped from the
factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find
itself” anywhere in the world. Before you turn on the unit to start
initialization, be sure that the antenna is rotated up as shown on
page 1 , and it has a clear and unobstructed view of the sky to receive
satellite signals.
To turn on and off the GPSMAP 196:
1. Press and hold the POWER key. When the unit turns on, a
tone sounds and the Warning Page appears.
Warning Page
2. Read and be sure you understand the warning. Press
ENTER to continue.
3. To turn off the GPSMAP 196, press and hold the POWER
key again.
Adjusting the Backlight and Volume
The POWER key controls the backlight and contrast of the screen.
To adjust the backlight and contrast level:
1. Press and quickly release the POWER key.
2. Press the ROCKER up to increase the brightness or down
to decrease. Press right to increase the contrast or left to
decrease.
3. Press ENTER or QUIT to close the Backlight/Contrast
adjustment window. Press MENU to view the options menu.
Backlight
adjustment slider
Contrast
adjustment slider
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