Garmin ECHOMAP PLUS 40 Series Owner's Manual

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For more information, see the HomePort help file.Backing Up Data to a Computer1 Insert a memory card into the card slot.2 Select Nav Info > Manage Data > Data Transfer > Save toCard.3 Select a file name from the list, or select Add New File.4 Select Save to Card.5 Remove the memory card, and insert it into a card readerattached to a computer.6 Open the Garmin\UserData folder on the memory card.7 Copy the backup file on the card and paste it to any locationon the computer.Restoring Backup Data to a Chartplotter1 Insert a memory card into a card reader that is attached tothe computer.2 Copy a backup file from the computer to the memory card,into a folder named Garmin\UserData.3 Insert a memory card into the card slot.4 Select Nav Info > Manage Data > Data Transfer > Replacefrom Card.Saving System Information to a MemoryCardYou can save system information to a memory card as atroubleshooting tool. A product support representative may askyou to use this information to retrieve data about the network.1 Insert a memory card into the card slot.2 Select Settings > System > System Information > GarminDevices > Save to Card.3 If necessary, select the memory card to save systeminformation to.4 Remove the memory card.Clearing Saved DataYou can remove saved user data from the device memory. Userdata includes waypoints, routes, Auto Guidance paths, tracks,and boundaries.1 Select Nav Info > Manage Data > Clear User Data.2 Select an option.NOTICEIf you select All, all the data you have saved will be removed,except Garmin Quickdraw contours data.If you are connected to another device and User DataSharing is enabled, data is removed from all connecteddevices.AppendixCleaning the ScreenNOTICECleaners containing ammonia will harm the anti-reflectivecoating.The device is coated with a special anti-reflective coating whichis very sensitive to waxes and abrasive cleaners.1 Apply an eyeglass lens cleaner specified as safe for anti-reflective coatings to the cloth.2 Gently wipe the screen with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.ScreenshotsYou can capture a screenshot of any screen shown on yourchartplotter as a .png file. You can transfer the screenshot toyour computer. You can also view the screenshot in the imageviewer.Capturing Screenshots1 Insert a memory card into the card slot.2 Select Settings > System > Display > Screenshot Capture> On.3 Go to a screen you want to capture.4 Hold HOME for at least six seconds.Copying Screenshots to a Computer1 Remove the memory card from the chartplotter, and insert itinto a card reader that is attached to a computer.2 From Windows®Explorer, open the Garmin\scrn folder on thememory card.3 Copy a .bmp file from the card and paste it to any location onthe computer.TroubleshootingMy device will not acquire GPS signalsIf the device is not acquiring satellite signals, there could be afew causes. If the device has moved a large distance since thelast time it has acquired satellites or has been turned off forlonger than a few weeks or months, the device may not be ableto acquire the satellites correctly.• Ensure the device is using the latest software. If not, updatethe device software (Updating the Device Software,page 41).• Make sure the device has a clear view of the sky so theantenna can receive the GPS signal. If it is mounted inside ofa cabin, it should be close to a window so it can receive theGPS signal.My device will not turn on or keeps turning offDevices erratically turning off or not turning on could indicate anissue with the power supplied to the device. Check these itemsto attempt to troubleshoot the cause of the power issue.• Make sure the power source is generating power.You can check this several ways. For example, you cancheck whether other devices powered by the source arefunctioning.• Check the fuse in the power cable.The fuse should be located in a holder that is part of the redwire of the power cable. Check that the proper size fuse isinstalled. Refer to the label on the cable or the installationinstructions for the exact fuse size needed. Check the fuse tomake sure there is still a connection inside of the fuse. Youcan test the fuse using a multimeter. If the fuse is good, themultimeter reads 0 ohm.• Check to make sure the device is receiving is at least 10 V,but 12 V is recommended.To check the voltage, measure the female power and groundsockets of the power cable for DC voltage. If the voltage isless than 10 V, the device will not turn on.• Make sure the device is firmly secured in the cradle. If themodel uses a locking bracket, make sure the bracket is firmlysnapped close. There is an audible click when the device orlocking bracket is installed correctly. If the device is not firmlysecured, it can lose power. The device can also fall out of thecradle and become damaged if it is not firmly secured.• If the device is receiving enough power but does not turn on,contact Garmin product support at support.garmin.com.Appendix 39