Garmin GPS 65 - Manual (Page 14)

iimnediate attention such as an arrival alarm generate a quick tone Uiat
will not stop until you view the message. All other messages generate
a slow tone that will cease after 15 seconds. The messi^ tone may be
turned off if you wish (see Section 6.6).
Important messf^es will remain on the Messeige Page after being
viewed. If this occurs, the MSG annunciator will be in view but will not
flash (if no messages exist, ftie MSG anmmciator will not be visible). To
review these messages, press PWR^TAT to reveal the status menu
options. Then press flie key underneath the "AUX” page option. With
the arrow keys, scroll to ‘Idessages* and press ENT.
Refer to Appendix A for a complete Ust of GPS 65 messages.
2.7 OPERATING MODES
Three modes are avmlable which will allow you to operate your GPS 65
in the way which best suits your needs (see Section 6.1).
Normal mode should be selected for most appUcations, especially high
dynamics operations.
Battery Saver mode is available for applications where vehicle battery
life or current drain is critical.
Simulator mode allows you to simulate the operation of the GPS 65
while on board (and moored), parked in your vehicle, or at home using
the optional AC adaptor. The simulator mode can be tised while
leamii^ to operate your GPS 65 and is ideal for plannii^ routes and
entering waypoints. Keep in mind that the GPS 65 is not tracking
satellites in the simulator mode. YOU SHOULD NEVER ATTEMPT
TO USE THE SIMULATOR MODE FOR ACTUAL NAVIGATION.
If you are using your GPS 65 for the first time, you are encouraged to
review Chapter 3 which introduces the GPS 65's basic features, and
Chapter 6 on custom setups. Afterward, you may want to read through
the rest of this manual and make further use of the built-in simulator
to practice with the advanced features.
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