Garmin GPSMAP 295 - Manual (Page 19)

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‘Poor Satellite Reception’ Window
If no satellites are received for several minutes (or an insufficient number of satellites are received to
determine a position fix) a message will appear, prompting you to update your approximate location or
start the built-in simulator. Updating your approximate location will ensure the GPSMAP 295 is search-
ing for the correct satellites, and is useful if you have traveled over 500 miles with the unit turned off.
The ‘Poor Satellite Reception’ prompt may appear when you first use your
GPSMAP 295. The prompt may also appear during normal use if the antenna is
shaded (such as operation in an aircraft hangar) or when the unit is used indoors.
Battery level Indicator
The Satellite Status Page also features a battery level indicator, located in the bottom right corner,
which displays the condition of the unit’s batteries. The battery indicator is replaced by an external
power icon when operating from an external power source (10-35 volts DC).
The battery level indicator is calibrated for alkaline batteries. NiCad batteries will
display the battery level differently due to voltage and discharge pattern differences.
To display the battery level accurately select the appropriate type, as described on page
76. When replacing the AA batteries, the GPSMAP 295’s internal memory will maintain
any settings, user-created waypoints and flight plans.
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Satellite Status Page
When using external power, the on-screen battery level
indicator is replaced by an external power icon.
If satellites are NOT received after several minutes of
operation, the ‘Poor Satellite Reception’ window will appear.
Select ‘New Location’ to update your current position (from
last known) or ‘Continue Acquiring’ to keep searching.
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