Garmin GPSMAP 6212 - Manual (Page 9)

GPSMAP ® 6000/7000 Series Owner’s Manual 
Getting Started
Turning On the Chartplotter
Press and release the Power key.
Turning Off the Chartplotter
Press and hold the Power key.
Initial Chartplotter Settings
The first time you turn on the chartplotter, you must configure a series of initial settings. These
settings must also be configured when restoring original factory settings ( page 116 ). Each of these
settings can be updated later. Follow the on-screen directions.
Note: To calibrate the water speed, you must have a speed-capable transducer connected to a
GSD ™ 22 or a NMEA 0183-capable water-speed sensor.
GPS Satellite Signal Acquisition
When you turn on the chartplotter, the GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish the
current location. When the chartplotter acquires satellite signals, the signal strength bars at the
top of the Home screen are green . When the chartplotter loses satellite signals, the green bars
disappear and a flashing question mark appears on the boat icon on the chart screen.
For more information about GPS, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com/aboutGPS .
Adjusting the Backlight
1. From the Home screen, select Configure > System > Beeper/Display > Backlight > Backlight .
2. Adjust the backlight:
Select Auto to allow the chartplotter to adjust the backlight automatically, based on ambient
light.
Select
Up or Down to adjust the backlight manually.
Adjusting the Color Mode
1. From the Home screen, select Configure > System > Beeper/Display > Color Mode .
2. Select Day Colors , Night Colors , or Auto .
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