Garmin NavTalk Pilot - Manual (Page 75)

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Section 5
Basic GPS
Using the
Simulator
GPS Overview
For an overview of the NavTalk Pilot GPS function,
refer to Section 1 of this manual.
Using the GPS Simulator Program
The Simulator is designed to introduce you to the
application of the NavTalk Pilot basic GPS features using a
simulated trip. The simulator tour assumes that the receiver
has been properly initialized as explained in this section,
and that you have not changed any of the factory default
settings. If you have changed any settings (position formats,
units of measure, etc.) the descriptions and pictures in this
section may not match your configuration.
WARNING: Keep in mind that the receiver
does not actually track satellites when in the
simulator mode and therefore should never
be used for actual navigation. The receiver
cannot be turned on with the simulator
mode active. If you forget to return it to
normal operation before turning the unit off,
it will automatically return to normal
operation the next time you use it. However,
if you switch from simulated navigation to
the cellular phone mode and then back to
GPS mode, the unit will remain in the
simulated navigation mode.
Initializing the GPS Receiver
Before you can use the GPS Receiver it must be
initialized (given an opportunity to determine where it is
located on the globe). To initialize the NavTalk Pilot, take
the unit outside and find an open area where the antenna
has a clear view of the sky. Hold the unit at a comfortable
height with the internal GPS antenna parallel to the ground.
Since basic operation involves getting acquainted with
the GPS receiver, switch to the Satellite Status Page. If the
Cellular Status Page appears first press the GPS/PHONE key.
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