Appendix e – Garmin GPS 40 User Manual

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PHYSICAL

Case:

Waterproof, dry nitrogen-filled

Size:

6.15”H x 2”W x 1.23”D
(15.6 x 5.1 x 1.23 cm)

Weight:

Approx 9.5 ounces (269g) w/ batteries

Temperature Range:

5º to 158ºF (-15º to 70ºC)

PERFORMANCE

Receiver:

Differential-ready MultiTrac8

Acquisition Time:

Approx. 20 seconds (warm start)
Approx. 2 minutes (cold start)
Approx. 7.5 minutes (AutoLocate

)

Update Rate:

1/second, continuous

Position Accuracy:

5-10 meters (16-33 ft.) with DGPS corrections*
15 meters (49 ft.) RMS**

Velocity Accuracy:

0.1 knot RMS steady state (90 knots max.)

Dynamics:

Performs to specification to 3g’s

POWER

Input:

Four 1.5 volt AA batteries or 5-8vDC

Current Consumption:

0.16 amps max.

Battery Life:

10 hours (normal mode)

(w/ alk. batt.)

Up to 20 hours (battery saver mode)

NOTE: Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as temperature decreases. If you’re using the
GPS 40 in below freezing temperatures, use lithium batteries for longer battery life.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

* With optional GARMIN GBR 21 Beacon Receiver Input.
** Subject to accuracy degradation to 100m 2DRMS under the US DOD-imposed Selective Availability Program.

Appendix E

Maintenance

Specifications

The GPS 40 is constructed of high quality materials

and should not require user maintenance. Should your
unit ever need repair, please take it to an authorized
GARMIN service center. The GPS 40 has no user-service-
able parts. Never attempt any repairs yourself.

To protect your GPS, keep it in its carrying case when

not in use, and never allow gasoline or other solvents to
come into contact with the case. Clean the case and lens
with a soft cloth and a household window cleaner.

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