TIP:
You can also download updated owner's manuals to
load on the chartplotter from this web page.
3
Select
GPSMAP Series with SD Card
.
4
Select
Download
next to
GPSMAP Series with SD Card
.
5
Read and agree to the terms.
6
Select
Download
.
7
Choose a location, and select
Save
.
8
Double-click the downloaded file.
A Garmin folder containing the software update is created in
the selected location. A dialog box opens to assist in
transferring the software update to a memory card.
9
Select
Next
.
10
Select the drive associated with the memory card, and select
Next
>
Finish
.
A Garmin folder containing the software update is created on the
memory card. The software update can take several minutes to
load onto the memory card.
Updating the Device Software
Before you can update the software, you must obtain a
software-update memory card or load the latest software onto a
memory card (
Loading the New Software on a Memory Card
).
1
Turn on the chartplotter.
2
After the home screen appears, insert the memory card into
the card slot.
NOTE:
In order for the software update instructions to
appear, the device must be fully booted before the card is
inserted.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
4
Wait several minutes while the software update process
completes.
5
When prompted, leave the memory card in place and restart
the chartplotter manually.
6
Remove the memory card.
NOTE:
If the memory card is removed before the device
restarts fully, the software update is not complete.
Digital Switching
Your chartplotter can be used to monitor or control circuits when
a compatible system is connected.
For example, you can control the interior lights and navigation
lights on the vessel. You can also monitor live well circuits.
To access the digital switching controls, select
Info
>
Circuit
Control
.
For more information about purchasing and configuring a digital
switching system, contact your Garmin dealer.
HDMI Out Video Considerations
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion due to moisture, you must use Garmin
GPSMAP accessory cables when connecting the chartplotter to
the video display. Using different cables voids your warranty.
Through the HDMI OUT port, you can duplicate the chartplotter
screen on another device, such as a television or monitor.
The Garmin GPSMAP HDMI accessory cable is 4.5 m (15 ft.)
long. If you need a longer cable, you should use an active HDMI
cable only. You need an HDMI coupler to connect the two HDMI
cables.
You must make all cable connections in a dry environment.
Item Description
GPSMAP A12 chartplotter
GPSMAP HDMI cable (HDMI OUT)
Display with an HDMI In port, such as a computer or television
Dry environment, protected from moisture
Pairing the GRID Remote Input Device with
the Chartplotter
Before you can use a GRID remote input device with a
chartplotter, you must pair the devices.
Pairing the GRID Device with the Chartplotter from
the Chartplotter
NOTE:
These steps are applicable to both the GRID device and
the GRID 20 device.
Before you can pair the GRID 20 device with the chartplotter to
make the data connection, you must supply power using
batteries, the included power cable, or a NMEA 2000 network
connection.
Before you can pair the GRID device with the chartplotter, you
must connect it to the Garmin Marine Network.
1
Select
Settings
>
System
>
Station Information
>
GRID™
Pairing
>
Add
.
2
Select an action:
• On the GRID remote input device, press
SELECT
.
• On the GRID 20 remote input device, press and until
the remote control beeps three times.
Pairing the GRID Device with the Chartplotter from
the GRID Device
NOTE:
This is not applicable to the GRID 20 device.
1
On the GRID remote input device, press
+
and
HOME
at the
same time.
A selection page opens on all of the chartplotters on the
Garmin Marine Network.
2
Rotate the wheel on the GRID remote input device to
highlight
Select
on the chartplotter you want to control with
the GRID remote input device.
3
Press
SELECT
.
Rotating the GRID Remote Input Device
For certain installation situations, you can rotate the orientation
of the GRID device.
NOTE:
This is not applicable to the GRID 20 device.
1
Select
Settings
>
Communications
>
Marine Network
.
2
Select the GRID device.
Cleaning the Screen
NOTICE
Cleaners containing ammonia will harm the anti-reflective
coating.
The device is coated with a special anti-reflective coating which
is very sensitive to waxes and abrasive cleaners.
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