Lowrance GlobalMap 8200C Manual (168 Sider)

Pub. 988-0151-521

www.lowrance.com

GlobalMap® 7200C,

GlobalMap® 7300C HD,

GlobalMap® 8200C,

GlobalMap® 8300C HD,

GlobalMap® 9200C,

GlobalMap® 9300C HD,

Mapping GPS Receivers

Operation Instructions

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Table of Contents

Section 1: Read Me First! ......................................................... 1

How Lowrance GPS Works........................................................... 3

Introduction to GPS and WAAS................................................... 4

How to use this manual: typographical conventions .................. 7

Section 2: Installation & Accessories.................................... 9

Preparations .................................................................................. 9

GPS Antenna/Receiver Module .................................................... 9

Power Connections ...................................................................... 10

Powering Your Display Unit ...................................................... 11

Powering a NMEA 2000 Network Bus ...................................... 13

NMEA 2000 Cable Connections ................................................. 14

NMEA 0183 Wiring (Data cable) ............................................... 15

Expanding to a NMEA 2000 Network ....................................... 20

Mounting the Unit: Bracket, In-Dash or Portable.................... 22

MMC or SD Memory Card Installation ..................................... 26

Other Accessories ........................................................................ 27

Face Cover ............................................................................... 28

Cleaning Towel ........................................................................ 28

Section 3: Basic GPS Operations ......................................... 29

Keyboard...................................................................................... 29

Power/lights on and off ............................................................... 30

Main Menu................................................................................... 30

Pages ............................................................................................ 32

Satellite Status Page............................................................... 32

Navigation Page ...................................................................... 33

Map Page ................................................................................. 36

GPS Quick Reference ............................................................. 41

Find Your Current Position........................................................ 42

Moving Around the Map: Zoom & Cursor Arrow Keys............. 42

Selecting Any Map Item with the Cursor.................................. 43

Searching ..................................................................................... 43

Set a Waypoint ............................................................................ 45

Navigate To a Waypoint ............................................................. 47

Set Man Overboard (MOB) Waypoint........................................ 48

Navigate Back to MOB Waypoint .............................................. 48

Navigate to Cursor Position on Map.......................................... 49

Navigate to a Point of Interest ................................................... 50

Creating and Saving a Trail....................................................... 51

Displaying a Saved Trail ............................................................ 52

Navigating Trails ........................................................................ 53

Visual Trailing......................................................................... 53

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Navigate a Trail (forward)...................................................... 53

Navigate a Back Trail (backtrack, or reverse) ...................... 55

Transfer Custom Maps and GPS Data Files ............................. 56

Save GPS Data to Hard Drive.................................................... 58

Cancel Navigation....................................................................... 59

Section 4: Advanced GPS Operations................................. 61

Find Distance to Another Location ............................................ 61

Find Distance From Point to Point ............................................ 61

Icons ............................................................................................. 61

Create Icon on Map ................................................................. 62

Create Icon at Current Position ............................................. 62

Delete an Icon .......................................................................... 62

Navigate to an Icon ................................................................. 63

Routes .......................................................................................... 63

Create and Save a Route ........................................................ 63

Delete a Route ......................................................................... 65

Edit a Route ............................................................................. 66

Navigate a Route..................................................................... 67

Navigate a Route in Reverse .................................................. 67

Trails ............................................................................................ 68

Delete a Trail........................................................................... 68

Edit a Trail Name ................................................................... 69

Edit a Trail Color .................................................................... 69

Edit a Trail Pattern................................................................. 69

Utilities ........................................................................................ 70

Alarm Clock ............................................................................. 70

Sun/Moon Rise & Set Calculator............................................ 70

Trip Calculator ........................................................................ 70

Trip Down Timer ..................................................................... 70

Trip Up Timer.......................................................................... 70

Waypoints .................................................................................... 70

Delete a Waypoint ................................................................... 70

Edit a Waypoint....................................................................... 71

Selecting a Waypoint .............................................................. 71

Set a Waypoint by Average Position...................................... 71

Set a Waypoint by Projecting a Position................................ 72

Set a Waypoint by Entering a Position.................................. 72

Section 5: System & GPS Setup Options ............................ 73

Alarms.......................................................................................... 73

Auto Satellite Search .................................................................. 74

Check MMC Files and Storage Space........................................ 75

Communications Port Configuration......................................... 75

Configure NMEA......................................................................... 76

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Units of Measure ....................................................................... 108

Section 6: Searching............................................................. 109

Find Addresses .......................................................................... 110

Find Any Item Selected by Map Cursor .................................. 112

Find Interstate Highway Exits ................................................ 113

Find Map Places or Points of Interest (POI) ........................... 115

Find Streets or Intersections.................................................... 116

Find a Street .......................................................................... 116

Find an Intersection.............................................................. 118

Find Waypoints ......................................................................... 120

Section 7: NMEA 2000 Device Configuration................. 123

NMEA 2000 Menu..................................................................... 123

Bus Setup................................................................................... 123

Engine & Tank Configuration.................................................. 124

Device Configuration Menu.................................................. 126

Device Information and Device Data................................... 126

Fuel Management Menu........................................................... 127

Adding Fuel to Tank ............................................................. 128

Engine Operations................................................................. 128

NMEA 2000 Alarms .................................................................. 129

Waypoint Sharing ..................................................................... 130

Backlight Synchronization ....................................................... 130

Configuring EP Sensors............................................................ 130

EP-35 Temperature Configuration ...................................... 130

Advanced Options menu .................................................. 131

EP-10 Fuel Flow Configuration............................................ 132

Advanced Options menu .................................................. 133

EP-15 Fluid Level Configuration ......................................... 134

Advanced Options menu .................................................. 135

Suzuki Engine Interface Configuration............................... 136

Advanced Options menu .................................................. 137

Calibrating EP Sensors............................................................. 138

EP-10 Fuel Flow Calibration................................................ 138

EP-15 Fluid Level Calibration ............................................. 140

Fuel Flow Calibration in a Suzuki Engine Interface.......... 143

Engine Trim Calibration....................................................... 144

Reset Trim Calibration ......................................................... 144

Bennett Trim Tabs Calibration............................................ 145

Section 8: Supplemental Material ..................................... 147

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WARNING!

A CAREFUL NAVIGATOR NEVER RELIES ON ONLY ONE METHOD

TO OBTAIN POSITION INFORMATION.

CAUTION

When showing navigation data to a position (waypoint), a GPS unit will show

the shortest, most direct path to the waypoint. It provides navigation data to the

waypoint regardless of obstructions. Therefore, the prudent navigator will not

only take advantage of all available navigation tools when traveling to a way-

point, but will also visually check to make sure a clear, safe path to the waypoint

is always available.

WARNING!

When a GPS unit is used in a vehicle, the vehicle operator is solely re-

sponsible for operating the vehicle in a safe manner. Vehicle operators

must maintain full surveillance of all pertinent driving, boating or flying

conditions at all times. An accident or collision resulting in damage to

property, personal injury or death could occur if the operator of a GPS-

equipped vehicle fails to pay full attention to travel conditions and vehi-

cle operation while the vehicle is in motion.

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Section 1: Read Me First!

How this manual can get you out on the road, fast!

Welcome to the exciting world of GPS satellite navigation! We know

you're anxious to begin finding your way with this space-age technol-

ogy, but we have a favor to ask. Before you grab the GlobalMap® and

begin installing it, please give us a moment or two to explain how our

manual can help you get the best performance from your high-

resolution, high-performance GPS+WAAS chart recorder.

First, we want to thank you for buying a Lowrance GPS unit. Whether

you're a first time user or a professional navigator, you'll discover that

your GlobalMap is easy to use, yet capable of handling demanding

navigation tasks. When you team your unit with our custom mapping

software MapCreate™ 6, you have an incredible combination. No other

consumer GPS mapping system on the market offers so much informa-

tion and so many features in one package.

Our goal for this book is to get you on the road fast, with a minimum of

fuss. Like you, we'd rather spend more time navigating and less time

reading the manual!

So, we designed our book so that you don't have to read the whole thing

from front to back for the information you want. At the start (or end) of

each segment, we'll tell you what content is coming up next. If it's a

concept you're already familiar with, we'll show you how and where to

skip ahead for the next important topic. We've also made it easy to look

up any tips you may need from time to time. Here's how:

The manual is organized into 8 sections. This first section is an intro-

duction to Lowrance GPS. It tells you the basics you need to know be-

fore you can make the unit look around and tell you where you are.

Section 2 will help you install your unit and the GPS antenna module.

We'll show you how to get the MultiMedia Card (MMC) correctly in-

stalled inside the unit. We'll also tell you about some of the available

accessories.

Section 3 covers Basic GPS Operation. It will show you how easy it is to

run the GlobalMap, right out of the box. This section features a one-

page GPS Quick Reference. (If you've already jumped ahead and

figured out how to install the unit yourself, and you just can't

wait any longer, turn to the Quick Reference on page 41 and

head for the road with your GPS unit!)

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How Lowrance GPS Works

You'll navigate faster and easier if you understand how the GlobalMap

scans the sky to tell you where you are on the earth — and, where

you're going (But if you already have a working understanding of GPS

receivers and the GPS navigation system, skip on ahead to Section 2,

Installation & Accessories on page 9. If you're new to GPS, read on, and

you can later impress your friends with your new-found knowledge.).

First, think of your unit as a small but powerful computer (But don't

worry — we made it easy to use, so you don't need to be a computer ex-

pert to find your way!). The GlobalMap includes a keypad and a screen

with menus so you can tell it what to do. The screen also lets the unit

show your location on a moving map, as well as point the way to your

destination.

This gimbal-mounted GlobalMap uses an external antenna/receiver

module, which makes the whole system work something like your car

radio. But instead of your favorite dance tunes, this receiver tunes in to

a couple of dozen GPS satellites circling the earth (It will also listen in

to the WAAS satellites in orbit, but more about that in the upcoming

segment introducing you to GPS and WAAS.).

Your unit listens to signals from as many satellites as it can "see"

above the horizon, eliminates the weakest signals, then computes its

location in relation to those satellites. Once the GlobalMap figures its

latitude and longitude, it plots that position on the moving map shown

on the screen. The whole process takes place several times a second!

The performance doesn't stop there. Stored in the permanent memory

of each unit is a basic background map of the entire world. We lock it in

here at the factory — you can't change or erase this map.

The background map is suitable for many navigation chores, but for

maximum accuracy and much more detail, you need our optional map-

making software, MapCreate™ 6 (This complete set of mapping data is

already installed on the GlobalMap 7300 and GlobalMap 9300.). Some

unit features — such as searching for businesses and addresses —

won't work without a custom MapCreate map. There is so much detail

in our background map (and even more in MapCreate) that we'll de-

scribe their contents and differences in Section 3, Basic GPS Opera-

tions, on page 29.

Another portion of the GlobalMap's onboard memory is devoted to re-

cording GPS navigation information, which includes waypoints, event

marker icons, trails and routes. This lets you look back the way you came.

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Think of this data storage like the hard drive memory in a computer or a

tape in a cassette tape recorder. You can save several different GPS data

files, erase 'em and record new ones, over and over again. Like any com-

puter file, these GPS Data Files (file format *.usr) can be shared be-

tween Lowrance GPS or sonar/GPS units or even personal computers.

This GlobalMap has one more thing in common with a personal com-

puter. Just as computers have a floppy disk drive for storing and ex-

changing files, the unit has a slot for an MMC (MultiMedia Card) or SD

(Secure Digital) card flash memory card. These solid-state memory de-

vices are about the size of a postage stamp, but can hold data ranging

from 8 MB to 1 GB in size (Compare that to a floppy disk's 1.44 MB ca-

pacity!). This unit uses all that MMC space for two key GPS purposes.

First, you can backup your onboard GPS Data Files by copying them to

the MMC. Since the MMC is removable (like a floppy disk or a cassette

tape), you can store these GPS Data Files on a personal computer

equipped with an MMC card reader (Or store them on a pocketful of

MMCs, if you don't have a computer.). Our MapCreate mapping software

can save, edit or create its own GPS Data Files, which can be copied to the

MMC and then loaded from the MMC into the unit's memory ( No NOTE:

matter where they come from, GPS Data Files must be loaded from the

MMC into memory before the GlobalMap can use them.).

The other key GPS use for MMCs is storage of special high-detail, cus-

tom maps, which you can produce on your computer with our MapCre-

ate software. These MapCreate custom maps contain more detail than

the basic background map. These Custom Map Files (file format

*.lcm) can also be shared between Lowrance GPS or sonar/GPS units

and personal computers.

This unit automatically reads Custom Map Files directly from the

MMC or SD card. To use a custom map, all you need to do is slide an

MMC containing a map into the GlobalMap 7200, GlobalMap 8200 or

GlobalMap 9200.

The GlobalMap 7300, GlobalMap 8300 and GlobalMap 9300 don't read

their mapping data from memory cards. In those units, the full-detail,

ready-to-use maps are already loaded on the unit's hard drives. All you

need to do is use the menus to select what type of mapping data to dis-

play. The GlobalMap 7300 and 9300 hard drives contain all the data

from: MapCreate Topo, our NauticPaths™ coastal charts and Fishing

Hot Spots Elite® lake fishing maps.

Introduction to GPS and WAAS

Well, now you know the basics of how the unit does its work. You might

be ready to jump ahead to Section 2, Installation & Accessories, on page

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9, so you can mount your GlobalMap and plug in the power. Or you

might want to see how our text formatting makes the manual tutorials

easy to skim. If that's the case, move on to "How to Use This Manual"

on page 7. But, if you want to understand the current state of satellite

navigation, look over this segment describing how GPS and its new

companion WAAS work together to get you where you're going.

The Global Positioning System (GPS) was launched July 17, 1995 by

the United States Department of Defense. It was designed as a 24-

hour-a-day, 365-days-a-year, all weather global navigation system for

the armed forces of the U.S. and its allies. Civilian use was also avail-

able at first, but it was less accurate because the military scrambled

the signal somewhat, using a process called Selective Availability (SA).

GPS proved so useful for civilian navigation the federal government

discontinued SA on May 2, 2000, after the military developed other

methods to deny GPS service to enemy forces. Reliable accuracy for ci-

vilian users jumped from 100 meters (330 feet) under SA to the present

level of 10 to 20 meters (about 30 to 60 feet).

A minimum of three satellites are required to determine a 2D fix.

Twenty-four satellites orbit 10,900 nautical miles above the Earth,

passing overhead twice daily. A series of ground stations (with pre-

cisely surveyed locations) controls the satellites and monitors their ex-

act locations in the sky. Each satellite broadcasts a low-power signal

that identifies the satellite and its position above the earth. Three of

these satellites are spares, unused until needed. The rest virtually

guarantee that at least four satellites are in view nearly anywhere on

Earth at all times.

The system requires signal reception from three satellites in order to

determine a position. This is called a 2D fix. It takes four satellites to

determine both position and elevation (your height above sea level —

also called altitude). This is called a 3D fix.

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press and hold) the down arrow key to scroll down the menu and select

(highlight) the My Trails menu command. Finally, press the Enter key."

Step 2 would mean: "Press the down arrow key repeatedly to scroll to

the trail named Trail 1, and press Enter. Next, press the right arrow

key and then the down arrow key to highlight the Navigate command,

then press Enter."

NOTE:

There are slight differences in menu structure among the Global-

Map models covered in this manual. The differences are minimal,

but some of the screenshots in this manual may not perfectly match

some of your unit's menus.

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You need to select an antenna installation location that has a clear, un-

obstructed view of the sky. After the module is installed, connect it to the

unit. The LGC-3000 can communicate with your GPS unit either directly

(using the supplied extension cable) or through a NMEA 2000® network.

NOTE:

See the module’s instruction sheet, publication part number 988-

0154-651, for complete installation instructions.

In an automobile, you may achieve good results by simply placing the

external antenna on the top of the dash, at the base of the windshield. A

piece of the rubber non-skid shelf liner material available in recreational

vehicle supply stores will help hold the antenna in place. This may not

work well if you have a cab-over design pickup truck camper or motor

home. If dashboard reception is poor, simply relocate the antenna module

elsewhere on the vehicle for a clearer view of the sky.

Power Connections

Your unit comes with a power/data cable that splits into three branches,

each with several exposed wires.

The thicker two-wire cable (red and black) is the power supply for your

display unit. This cable has no label.

The branch with three wires (red, black and shield) is the power cable for

a NMEA 2000 network. It is labeled "NMEA 2000 POWER."

The branch with 5 wires (blue, yellow, orange, green and shield) is a data

cable, labeled "RS-232 COMM." It supports two serial communication

ports. These allow your unit to exchange NMEA 0183 data with another

device, such as an autopilot, DSC marine radio or computer.

The Power/Data cable for this unit.

To unit

Display unit power wires:

red and black

NMEA 2000 power wires:

red, black and shield

Data cable wires: blue,

yellow, orange, green

and shield

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NOTE:

There are two basic power connection options, which are shown in the

following two diagrams. Read the following instructions carefully

to determine which power connection applies to your unit. De-

pending on your configuration, you may not use all of these wires.

Caution:

All of the wires in the power/data cable have bare ends for eas-

ier installation. The bare ends on any unused wires could cause

an electrical short if left exposed. To prevent this, you should

cover the individual wire ends – either by capping them with

wire nuts, wrapping them with electrical tape or both. (You

should cut off the bare wire before taping off the ends.)

Powering Your Display Unit

The display unit works from a 12-volt DC battery system. Attach the

display power cable (with provided 3-amp fuse) to an accessory switch

or power bus. If this results in electrical interference, connect direct to

a battery but install an in-line switch on the cable.

Caution:

We strongly recommend that you shut off the power supply to the

power cable when the unit is not in use, especially in saltwater en-

vironments. When the unit is turned off but still connected to a

power supply, electrolysis can occur in the power cable plug. This

may result in corrosion of the plug body along with the electrical

contacts in the cable and the unit's power socket. Risk of electroly-

sis corrosion is even greater when the cable is unplugged from the

unit, but still connected to a power source.

We recommend you connect the power cable to the auxiliary power

switch included in most boat designs. If that results in electrical

interference, or if such a switch is not available, we recommend

connecting direct to the battery and installing an in-line switch.

This will let you shut off power to the power cable when the unit is

not in use. When you are not using the unit, you should always

shut off power to the power cable, especially when the power cable

is disconnected from the unit.

WARNING:

This product must be independently fused with the en-

closed 3-amp fuse (or equivalent), even if you connect to

a fused accessory or power bus.

If a malfunction happens inside the unit, extensive damage can

occur if the enclosed fuse is not used. As with all electrical devices,

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The network and any NMEA 2000 devices, including the GPS

module, will not operate unless the NMEA 2000 Power Cable is

connected to power. The NMEA 2000 power cable must be connected

to power even if your only NMEA 2000 device is the GPS module and it

is connected to the display unit's Network socket. (However, never con-

nect multiple power sources to a NMEA 2000 network. If you have

a network that is already powered, see diagram B.)

Power Diagram B

Use this method if you are only powering your display unit and are not

powering a NMEA 2000 network or any NMEA 2000 accessory device,

including a GPS module.

The method in diagram B is also used when your display unit is connected

to a NMEA 2000 network that is already connected to power (Never con-

nect multiple power sources to a NMEA 2000 network.)

Powering a NMEA 2000 Network Bus

A NMEA 2000 bus must be connected to a power source to operate. NMEA

2000 devices, including GPS modules, draw their power from the network bus.

If you have a pre-existing NMEA 2000 network installation, it may already be

connected to another power source. If you are not sure about a network's power

status, consult the boat manufacturer or dealer. If your NMEA 2000 bus is al-

ready powered, you do not need to connect the NMEA 2000 Power cable and

Red wire with

3-amp fuse

Black wire

Recommended

power off switch

Data Cable

To unit

NMEA 2000 Power Cable

Display Unit

Power Cable

12 volt DC

power source

All unused Data

or NMEA 2000

power wires

should be

capped with wire

nuts and electri-

cal tape to pre-

vent shorts.

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Com-1 wiring to exchange information

with another device.

Com-2 wiring to exchange information

with another device.

Orange (Receive)

Shield (Ground)

Transmit

Ground

Com-1

To Unit

To Other

Device

Y

ellow (Transmit) Receive

Green (Receive)

Shield (Ground)

Transmit

Ground

Com-2

To Unit

To Other

Device

Blue (Transmit) Receive

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Cable connections, GlobalMap 7200 and GlobalMap 7300.

Power/Data

Network

LGC 3000

GPS

Module

NMEA 0183

Data cable

(

five wires

)

NMEA 2000

Power cable

Display unit

power cable

Double T-connector

120-ohm

male

terminator

120-ohm

female

terminato

r

Ethernet

(for later

expansion)

Extension cables

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Cable connections, GlobalMap 8200 and GlobalMap 8300

Ethernet

(for later

expansion)

Power/Data Network

NMEA 0183

Data cable

(

five wires

)

120-ohm female

terminator

LGC-3000

GPS

Module

NMEA 2000

Power cable

Double T-connector

120-ohm

male

terminator

Extension cables

Display unit

power cable

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