8 GPSMAP 5000 Series Owner’s ManualUsing ChartsUSinGChartSUnderstanding Chart DataBlueChart g2 and BlueChart g2 Vision charts use graphic symbols to denote map features, whichfollow the standards for US and international charts. Some common symbols you might see include,but are not limited to, the following:*Dangerous Rock Exposed Rock BeaconPilot Boarding Area Airport/Seaplane Base BuoyAnchorage Berth Precautionary AreaAnchoring Prohibited Radio Report PointExposed Wreck Recommended AnchorageFishing Harbor Rescue StationFishing Prohibited Tide StationInformation Yacht HarborCurrent Station Marine Services*Some symbols might appear differently on your Garmin chartplotter.Other features common to most charts include depth contour lines (with deep water represented inwhite), intertidal zones, spot soundings (as depicted on the original paper chart), navigational aidsand symbols, and obstructions and cable areas.Navigating to a Point on the Chart1. From the Home screen, touch Charts.2. Touch Navigation Chart, Fishing Chart, or Radar Overlay.3. Touch the point on the chart where you want to go.4. Touch Navigate To.5. Select an option:Touch Go To.Touch Guide To when using a preprogrammed BlueChart g2 Vision card for AutomaticGuidance (page 28).6. Follow the colored line on the screen to the destination.To create a route to a point on the chart, see page 27.••
