Garmin gpsmap-188 User Manual

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The first time you turn on the GPSMAP 188/188C Sounder, the 

receiver must be given an opportunity to collect satellite data 

and establish its present location. To ensure proper initialization, 

the GPSMAP 188/188C Sounder is shipped from the factory in 

AutoLocate Mode.
Before you initialize, make sure the GPSMAP 188/188C Sounder 

unit and antenna are correctly installed on your vessel according to 

the instructions in the Appendix. Install the antenna in a location 

with a clear and unobstructed view of the sky.
A full-screen GPS Information Page appears after you press 

ENTER to acknowledge the Warning Page. The page goes away 

after the unit gets a position fix or you press either ENTER or 

QUIT. The page can be disabled and enabled on the  

Main Menu—Pages tab (see 

page 63

1.  Press and hold the 

POWER key until the power tone 

sounds, and then release the 

POWER key. The Warning 

Page appears while the unit conducts a self-test.

2.   When the self-test is complete, press 

ENTER to agree and 

acknowledge the warning.

The GPS Information Page appears as the receiver begins acquiring 

satellites. 

1.  Press and hold the 

POWER key for approximately 

2 seconds, until the screen is blank. 

2.   When the screen is blank, release the 

POWER key.