Garmin GPSMAP 495 User Manual
GPSMAP® 495
portable aviation receiver
Owner’s Manual
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Garmin GPSMAP
portable aviation receiver that utilizes the proven performance of
Garmin GPS, AOPA Airport Directory (USA only), SafeTaxi Airport
Diagrams (USA only), Terrain/Obstacle database (USA & Europe
only), and Jeppesen database.
About This Manual
To get the most out of your new navigation system, read this manual
and learn the operating procedures for your unit.
Manual Conventions
This manual uses the term Warning to indicate a potentially
hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
This manual uses the term Caution to indicate a potentially
hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor
injury or property damage. It may also be used without the symbol
to alert you to avoid unsafe practices.
®
495, an unsurpassed
Introduction > About This Manual
GPSMAP 495 Owner’s Manual i
Introduction > Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction ...........................................................................i
About This Manual ..................................................................... i
Warnings ................................................................................... v
Battery Warnings .......................................................................vi
Important Information ................................................................vi
Getting Started .....................................................................1
Unit Overview ............................................................................ 1
Charging the GPSMAP 495 ...................................................... 2
Turning On the GPSMAP 495 ................................................... 3
Getting Satellite Signals ............................................................ 4
Learning About the Keypad ....................................................... 7
Using the GPSMAP 495 ............................................................ 8
Simulator Mode ....................................................................... 11
Basic Operation In Aviation Mode ...................................13
Aviation Mode Page Sequence ............................................... 13
Creating a Direct To ................................................................. 14
Finding a Nearby Point ............................................................ 18
Selecting an Approach ............................................................ 23
Finding Points on Land ............................................................ 25
Marking a Waypoint ................................................................. 26
Creating a Flight Plan (Route) ................................................. 27
Following your Flight Plan ....................................................... 28
Aviation Mode Pages ........................................................29
Map Page ................................................................................ 29
Terrain Page ............................................................................ 37
Panel Page .............................................................................. 40
Active Route Page ................................................................... 44
Position Data Page .................................................................. 45
Flight Log ................................................................................. 46
E6B Tab ................................................................................... 49
Basic Operation In Automotive Mode ..............................51
Automotive Mode Page Sequence .......................................... 51
Navigating in Automotive Mode ............................................... 52
Finding an Item ........................................................................ 54
Creating Routes ...................................................................... 57
Creating Waypoints ................................................................. 59
Following an Automotive Route ............................................... 62
Editing Your Route ................................................................... 63
Automotive Mode Pages and Features ...........................65
Map Page ................................................................................ 65
Highway Page ......................................................................... 66
Current Route Page ................................................................ 68
Trip Computer .......................................................................... 69
Editing and Managing Routes ................................................. 70
Editing and Managing Waypoints ............................................ 74
Managing Your Tracks ............................................................. 83
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Introduction > Table of Contents
Basic Operation in Marine Mode ......................................87
Marine Mode Page Sequence ................................................. 87
Navigating in Marine Mode ...................................................... 88
Marine Mode Pages and Features ...................................89
Map Page ................................................................................ 89
Compass Page ........................................................................ 90
DSC ......................................................................................... 92
Main Menu ..........................................................................97
GPS Tab .................................................................................. 97
Flights Tab ............................................................................... 98
Route Tab ................................................................................ 98
Points Tab ................................................................................ 98
Track Tab ................................................................................. 99
Sonar Tab ................................................................................ 99
Aircraft Tab ............................................................................ 100
Alarms Tab ............................................................................ 100
Celestial Tab .......................................................................... 103
Message Tab ......................................................................... 107
Display Tab ............................................................................ 108
Sound Tab ............................................................................. 109
Setup Tab .............................................................................. 110
Location Sub Tab ................................................................... 114
Setting up and Using Sonar ...........................................120
Showing Sonar on the Map Page .......................................... 120
Using the Sonar Page ........................................................... 121
Setting Up the Sonar Page .................................................... 125
Understanding Sonar ............................................................ 128
Viewing the Sonar Temperature Tab ..................................... 131
TIS(Traffic Information Service) .....................................132
TIS Limitations ....................................................................... 133
TIS Symbology ...................................................................... 135
Traffic Ground Track ............................................................. 136
Traffic Warning Window ........................................................ 136
Map Page .............................................................................. 137
TIS Operational Procedures .................................................. 138
VHF Comm .......................................................................139
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Introduction > Table of Contents
Appendix ..........................................................................140
Specifications ........................................................................ 140
Care Information ................................................................... 141
Optional Accessories ............................................................. 142
Installation Information .......................................................... 143
Learning About GPS .............................................................. 148
LORAN TD Setup .................................................................. 150
Map Datums and Location Formats ...................................... 152
Digital Selective Calling (DSC) .............................................. 153
Jeppesen Database Information ........................................... 155
Messages .............................................................................. 156
Data Field Options ................................................................. 158
License Agreement and Warranty ......................................... 161
Index .................................................................................166
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Warnings
Introduction > Warning
Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could result in
an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury.
When installing the unit in a vehicle, place the unit securely so it does not
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obstruct the driver’s view of the road or interfere with vehicle operating controls,
such as the steering wheel, foot pedals, or transmission levers. Do not place in
front of or above any airbag. (See diagram.)
Do not mount
where driver’s
field of vision is
When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on the unit to all
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available navigation sources, including information from street signs, visual
sightings, and maps. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions
before continuing navigation and defer to posted road signs.
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Always operate the vehicle in a safe manner.
the unit while driving, and always be fully aware of all driving conditions.
Minimize the amount of time spent viewing the unit’s screen while driving and
use voice prompts when possible. Do not input destinations, change settings, or
access any functions requiring prolonged use of the unit’s controls while driving.
Pull over in a safe and legal manner before attempting such operations.
blocked.
Do not mount in front of an airbag field of deployment.
Do not become distracted by
Do not place
unsecured on
the vehicle
dashboard.
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The unit is designed to provide route suggestions. It is not designed to replace the
need for driver attentiveness regarding road closures or road conditions, traffic
congestion, weather conditions, or other factors that may affect safety while
driving.
Use the electronic chart in the unit only to facilitate, not to replace, the use of
authorized government charts. Official government charts and notices to mariners
and pilots (NOTAMs) contain all information needed to navigate safely.
When navigating in an aircraft, use the GPSMAP 495 only as an aid for VFR
navigation. Use terrain and obstacle data only as an aid to situational awareness.
Use this unit only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt to use the unit for any
purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or
topography. This product should not be used to determine ground proximity for
aircraft navigation.
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Introduction > Warning
Battery Warnings
If these guidelines are not followed, the internal lithium-ion battery may experience
a shortened life span or may present a risk of damage to the GPS unit, fire, chemical
burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury.
Contact your local waste disposal department to properly dispose of the unit/
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battery.
Do not leave the unit exposed to a heat source or in a high temperature location,
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such as in the sun in an unattended vehicle on a hot day. To prevent damage,
remove the unit from the vehicle or store it out of direct sunlight, such as in the
glove box.
Do not puncture or incinerate.
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When storing the unit for a limited length of time, store within the following
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temperature range: -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C). When storing the unit for an
extended time, store within the following temperature range: 32° to 77°F (0° to
25°C).
Do not operate the unit outside of the following temperature range: -4° to 131°F
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(-20° to 55°C).
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Do not recharge the battery out of the unit or disassemble the battery.
Keep the used battery away from children. Do not disassemble, puncture, or
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damage the battery.
Only replace with a Garmin lithium-ion battery pack. Using another battery
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presents a risk of fire or explosion. To purchase a replacement battery, see your
Garmin dealer or the Garmin Web site.
WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive
harm. This notice is provided in accordance with California’s Proposition 65. See
www.garmin.com/prop65 for more information.
Important Information
MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide
customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available to us at
a reasonable cost. We use a combination of governmental and private data sources,
which we identify in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the
consumer. Virtually all data sources contain some inaccurate or incomplete data. In
some countries, complete and accurate map information is either not available or is
prohibitively expensive.
The California Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003 requires the recycling of
certain electronics. For more information on the applicability to this product, see
www.erecycle.org.
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Getting Started > Unit Overview
Getting Started
Unit Overview
The GPSMAP 495 is an all-in-one, versatile color aviation, automotive, and marine navigator—perfect for air, land, or water. This portable
GPS navigator features a 256-color TFT screen that is easy to read in bright sun, AOPA Airport Directory, SafeTaxi Airport Diagrams,
Jeppesen aviation database, Obstacle database, Terrain database, and auto routing to provide you with automatically generated turn-by-turn
directions.
GPS antenna
256-Color TFT screen
with backlighting
Backlit keypad for easy nighttime operation
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Detachable GPS antenna
collapses for storage.
Be sure the antenna
is up (as shown here)
to receive satellite
signals. Refer to
page 147, for
instructions on
removing the
antenna.
External power
connector under
weather cap
USB connector under
weather cap
Battery pack. Press tab down to remove battery
pack for replacement, if necessary. See the
“Battery Warnings” section on page vi for more
information about the lithium-ion battery pack.
Slot for optional
data card
Serial
number
Audio (Headphones/Line out)
connector under weather cap
Getting Started > Charging the GPSMAP 495
Charging the GPSMAP 495
Before using the unit, you need to charge the battery in the
GPSMAP 495. Plug the unit into a 12-Volt connector to charge. You
can use the unit while it is charging.
If you do not want to use the unit, but you would like to charge the
battery, you can put the unit into Charge Mode. Connect the unit to
an external power supply. Press and hold the POWER key. Instead
of completely turning off, the unit now goes into Charge Mode, as
shown below.
To charge the unit’s battery:
1. Lift the rubber weather cap to expose the power connector on
the back of the unit. Refer to the image on page 1 for connector
location.
2. Align the notches, and push the plug into the connector until fully
seated.
3. Plug the vehicle power cable into a vehicle power outlet
(cigarette lighter receptacle) if you have a vehicle power cable.
Use care when routing the power cable; be certain that it does
not interfere with vehicle operation.
The unit begins charging as soon as external power is applied.
NOTE: While in Charge Mode, the unit draws a small amount
Placing the unit in Charge Mode charges the unit more quickly than
when the unit is turned on and reduces draw on the aircraft/vehicle/
boat battery.
Information about Charge Mode
Applying external power to the GPSMAP 495 automatically turns
on the unit for full operation. If the battery is present and needs to be
charged, the external power source charges the battery while the unit
is in use.
After using the unit a lot, you may notice that the lithium-ion battery
in the unit is not holding a charge any more. This is common for
lithium-ion batteries. Contact Garmin or your Garmin dealer to order
a battery pack replacement if you are experiencing charging issues
with your battery.
of current from the aircraft/vehicle/boat battery. To avoid
discharging the vehicle’s battery, disconnect the external power
cable from the GPSMAP 495 when not in use for several days.
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Getting Started > Turning On the GPSMAP 495
Turning On the GPSMAP 495
The first time you turn on your new GPSMAP 495, the receiver
must collect satellite data and establish its present location. To
ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 495 is shipped from the
factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find
itself” anywhere in the world. Before you turn on the unit to start
3. To turn off the GPSMAP 495, press and hold the
again.
Adjusting the Backlight and Volume
The POWER key controls the 10 level backlight and volume of
the optional headphone jack or external speaker with vehicle power
cable.
initialization, be sure that the antenna is rotated up as shown on
page 1, and it has a clear and unobstructed view of the sky to receive
satellite signals.
To turn the GPSMAP 495 on and off:
1. Press and hold the POWER key. When the unit turns on, a tone
sounds and the Warning Page appears.
Warning Page
To adjust the backlight level or volume:
1. Press and quickly release the POWER key.
2. Press the ROCKER up to increase the brightness or down to
decrease. Press right to raise the volume or left to lower.
3. Press ENTER or QUIT to close the Backlight/Volume adjustment
window. Press MENU to view the options menu.
Backlight
adjustment slider
Battery time remaining
and power source
indicator
Volume
adjustment slider
POWER key
2. Read and be sure you understand the warning. Press ENTER to
continue.
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Getting Started > Getting Satellite Signals
Getting Satellite Signals
After you turn on the GPSMAP 495, the unit automatically begins
searching for satellites. The GPS Page appears while the unit is
gathering satellite signals and acquiring a fix. This process should
take only a few minutes. While the GPSMAP 495 is getting satellite
signals, the GPS Page shows the status as “Acquiring Satellites.”
It can take a few minutes to acquire satellites and show your current
location on the map. Be patient as the unit acquires satellite data.
To get signals more quickly, be sure the antenna is raised to the up
position shown in the image on page 1.
Viewing GPS Status With the GPS Tab
The GPS tab provides a visual reference of satellite acquisition,
receiver status, and accuracy. The sky view and signal strength bars
give an indication of what satellites are visible to the receiver and
whether they are being tracked.
As the receiver locks onto satellites, a signal strength bar appears
for each satellite in view, with the appropriate satellite number
underneath each bar. The numbers shown below each bar represent
the particular satellite that is being received. Numbers above 33
indicate WAAS satellites.
The sky view shows a birds-eye view of the location of each satellite
relative to the receiver’s last known location. The outer circle
represents the horizon (north up), the inner circle represents 45º
above the horizon, and the center point represents a location directly
overhead. You can also set the sky view to a Track Up configuration,
causing the top of the sky view to align along your current track
heading.
GPS Page
A power source indicator shows the unit is operating off
power ( ), that the unit is charging ( ), or that an
NOTE: While acquiring satellites, the Map Page can show the
wrong location, such as China. This does not mean your unit
has the wrong data loaded. The GPS receiver needs a few more
minutes to acquire satellites and find your current location.
external power source is in use ( ).
battery
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Getting Started > Getting Satellite Signals
Signal
strength
bars
Receiver
status field
Searching the Sky—the receiver is looking for satellites.
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AutoLocate—the receiver is looking for any satellite whose
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almanac has been collected, which can take up to 5 minutes.
Acquiring Satellites—the receiver is looking for and collecting
Sky view
GPS Page
Power
source
indicator
The progress of satellite acquisition is shown in three stages:
No signal strength bars—the receiver is looking for the
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satellites indicated.
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White signal strength bars
—the receiver has found the satellite
and is collecting data.
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Green signal strength bars
—the receiver has collected the
necessary data from this satellite.
As soon as the GPSMAP 495 has collected the necessary data from
the best satellites in view to calculate a fix, the status field indicates
the status of the receiver. The unit then updates the location, date,
and time.
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data from satellites visible at its last known or initialized
location, but has not acquired a fix.
2D GPS Location—At least three satellites have been acquired
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and a two-dimensional location fix has been calculated. “2D
Differential” appears when you are receiving DGPS corrections
in 2D mode and a “D” appears on the strength bar of satellites
being corrected.
3D GPS Location—At least four satellites have been
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acquired and a three-dimensional fix has been calculated. “3D
Differential” appears when you are receiving DGPS corrections
in 3D mode and a “D” appears on the strength bar of satellites
being corrected.
Lost Satellite Reception—the receiver is no longer tracking
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enough satellites for a 2D or 3D fix.
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Receiver Not Usable
—the receiver is unusable, possibly due to
interference or abnormal satellite conditions. Turn the unit off
and back on to reset.
Receiver Status
The Receiver Status field shows one of the following conditions:
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Simulating GPS—the receiver is in Simulator Mode.
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GPS Off—the GPS receiver is turned off.
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Getting Started > Getting Satellite Signals
GPS Tab Options
Press MENU two times to open the Main Menu. Use the ROCKER
to highlight GPS. Press MENU to open the options menu:
GPS Tips
While the receiver is gathering information, your location on the
map can show as different from where you actually are located. Be
patient; as soon as the receiver gathers enough satellite information,
your proper location is shown on the map.
Any time you have traveled more than 600 miles with the GPS
receiver turned off, the receiver can take longer than normal to
initialize and find your location.
The GPS receiver can lose satellite signals due to interference from
such items as buildings, tunnels, and heavy tree cover. Monitoring
GPS Tab Options Menu
Start/Stop Simulator—starts and stops Simulator Mode, which is
the GPS status is recommended.
To learn about GPS, see
page 148.
helpful when learning how to use your unit.
Enable WAAS—enables WAAS capability. Refer to
page 149 for
more information about WAAS.
Track/
North Up Skyview—orients the sky view page on the GPS
tab to north up or track up.
New Altitude
—allows you to manually enter your altitude.
New Location—allows you to enter a new location automatically
or using the map. When in Aviation Mode, you can enter the airport
identifier.
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Learning About the Keypad
PAGE/MODE Key
• Press to cycle through the main pages in sequence
and return the screen from a submenu page.
• Press and hold to switch between Aviation, Marine,
and Automotive Modes.
QUIT Key
• Press to cycle through the main pages in reverse
sequence, revert to the previous value in a data
entry field, or cancel a function.
ENTER/MARK Key
• Press to select a highlighted option, initiate entry,
and then confirm.
• Press and hold to mark a waypoint.
MENU Key
• Press to view the Options Menu for the current
page.
• Press twice to show the Main Menu.
POWER Key
• Press and hold to turn the unit on or off.
• Press and release to adjust the backlighting and
external speaker volume.
Getting Started > Learning about the Keypad
IN/OUT Keys
• Press to zoom in or out on the Map Page.
ROCKER Keypad
• Press up, down, right, or left to move through
lists, highlight fields, on-screen buttons and
icons, enter data, or move the map pointer.
NRST/FIND Key
• Shows the nearest airports, navaids, points of
communication, and airspace boundaries in
Aviation Mode.
• Press multiple times in Aviation Mode to show
the Find Menu.
DIRECT TO Key
• Press to start a Go To using airports, navaids,
recently used waypoints, or user-created
waypoints.
• Press and hold to show additional information
for the current destination (such as
communication frequency and runway data).
• While in Automotive Mode, press and hold for
more than one second to show the Next Turn
Page and announce the next turn.
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Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 495
Using the GPSMAP 495
This section explains how to enter and select information with the
GPSMAP 495. To switch between Aviation, Marine, and Automotive
Modes, press and hold PAGE. Use the ROCKER to select a mode,
and press ENTER.
Understanding Terms
The GPSMAP 495 unit’s advanced keypad system is designed to
allow quick, convenient selection of navigation options and data
entry. As you progress through this owner’s manual, you are directed
to press a specific key or highlight a field on the screen. When you
are directed to press a key, you should press and quickly release the
key. If the key needs to be held down for a period of time to start a
secondary function, the instructions tell you to do so. When a field is
selected on the screen, it is highlighted in yellow. The location of the
Field—the location on a page where data or an option can be
entered and shown. Select (highlight) a field using the ROCKER to
begin entering data or selecting options.
On-Screen Button
press ENTER to select the button.
Scroll Bar
the screen, a scroll bar appears along the right side of the list.
The location of the scroll bar indicates which portion of the list is
currently shown. To scroll through a list, press up or down on the
ROCKER.
Default—the factory setting saved in the unit’s memory. You can
change the settings as you like, but you can also revert to the factory
(default) settings when you select Restore Defaults.
highlight is controlled by the ROCKER.
The following features are referred to throughout this manual:
Highlight—move the highlighted area on the screen up, down, left,
or right with the ROCKER to select individual fields. Moving the
highlight to a given location allows you to make a selection, begin
data entry, or scroll through a list.
—use the ROCKER to highlight a button and
—when viewing a list of items too long to show on
Field
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On-screen
buttons
Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 495
Selecting Options and Entering Data
To enter data and select options, you must use the ROCKER to
highlight, select, or choose an item in a list or a field on the screen.
Use the ENTER and ROCKER keys to select options, enter names
and numbers in data fields, and start your selections.
To select and start an option:
1. Press MENU on any page. An options menu appears with a list
of optional features for that page.
2. Use the ROCKER to move the highlight up, down, right, or left on
the menu to your selection.
Selecting an option from an options menu.
To exit a menu or return to the previous setting:
1. Press QUIT to move backward through your steps.
2. To return to the starting page, press QUIT repeatedly.
To select and start an on-screen button:
1. On a page with on-screen buttons, use the ROCKER to highlight
2. Press ENTER.
the on-screen button you want.
On-Screen Button
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Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 495
To enter data in a data field:
1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the data field you want, and press
ENTER to activate the field.
2. Press up or down on the ROCKER to select characters. Press
right to move to the next character or press left to move back
to the previous character. If there are two lines of data, keep
pressing right to drop to the next line.
3. After entering the data, press ENTER.
Entering Data
NOTE: To clear the entire data field, highlight the left-most
character field and press left once more on the ROCKER.
Not all fields are programmable. When you are on a page with fields
that are not selectable, the highlight skips over them.
GPSMAP 495 Databases
NOTE: AOPA Airport Directory and Safe Taxi™ are available
in the USA only. The Obstacle, Terrain, and Voice Guidance
databases are available in the USA and Europe only.
Your GPSMAP 495 comes with AOPA Airport Directory, Safe
Taxi™, Jeppesen® database, Obstacle database, Terrain database and
Voice Guidance database. You also should update your Jeppesen
database to use the most current data. Refer to page 155 for more
information.
MapSource Detailed Maps
Optional Garmin data cards and MapSource CD-ROMs enhance
the versatility of your GPSMAP 495. With optional MapSource
City Navigator® data, you can view listings of nearby restaurants,
lodging, shopping centers, attractions, and entertainment, and even
retrieve addresses and phone numbers for any listed location. With
optional BlueChart g2 data, you can access marine navaids, wrecks,
obstructions, and anchorage locations.
The included USB Interface Cable or an optional PC Interface Cable
(with a serial connector) is used to transfer MapSource CD-ROM
data to the optional data card.
For compatible MapSource products, refer to the Garmin Web site at
www.garmin.com/cartography.
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Simulator Mode
The GPSMAP 495 contains a Simulator Mode. Simulator Mode
is helpful for practicing with the unit indoors or when no satellite
signals are available or if the antenna is not connected. All
waypoints and routes created in Simulator Mode are retained in
memory for future use. The following section describes how to use
Simulator Mode and walks you through some basic navigation using
the simulator.
NOTE: Do not attempt to navigate using Simulator Mode. When
the unit is set to Simulator Mode, the GPS receiver is turned off.
Any Satellite Signal Strength Bars shown are only simulations
and do not represent the strength of actual satellite signals.
Starting Simulator Mode
You can start Simulator Mode from the GPS tab or the Setup tab on
the Main Menu.
To start Simulator Mode using the GPS tab:
1. Press MENU twice to show the Main Menu.
2. Highlight GPS from the vertical menu.
3. Press MENU to open the GPS tab options menu.
4. Highlight Start Simulator, and press ENTER.
To start Simulator Mode using the Setup tab:
1. Press MENU twice to show the Main Menu.
2. Highlight Setup from the vertical menu.
3. Highlight the System sub tab.
4. Select Simulator from the System Mode field.
Setup tab
Getting Started > Simulated Basic Navigation
System tab
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Getting Started > Simulated Basic Navigation
Entering a New Location
From the GPS options menu you can enter a New Location and
New Altitude to simulate from.
To enter a New Location using the map:
1. Press MENU twice, and highlight GPS from the vertical menu.
2. Press MENU to open the options menu.
3. Highlight New Location, and press ENTER.
4. Highlight Use Map, and press ENTER.
5. Use the ROCKER to move the panning arrow to the location on
the map you want, and press ENTER.
To adjust the simulated speed, heading, and altitude from
the Panel, Pointer, or Highway Pages:
1. Press up on the ROCKER to increase the speed in
2. Press left or right on the ROCKER to change heading.
3. Press the IN and OUT Zoom keys to increase or decrease
You can also select a New Location by entering an airport identifier
(code). Select Use Identifier from the GPS tab options menu. Enter
the airport code using the ROCKER. Refer to page 14 for complete
instructions about entering airport identifiers and user waypoints.
10 knot/kph/mph increments. Press down on the ROCKER to
decrease the speed in the same increments.
altitude (Aviation Mode only).
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Basic Operation in Aviation Mode > Aviation Mode Page Sequence
Basic Operation In Aviation Mode
Aviation Mode Page Sequence
The GPSMAP 495 offers three usage modes, Aviation Mode (default), Automotive Mode, and Marine Mode. The main pages are linked
together in a series that you can cycle through by pressing PAGE to move forward and QUIT to reverse. Each page also has an options menu
that allows you to customize each page (in all three modes) to your preferences and/or select features that specifically relate to that page. To
view the options menu for any page, press MENU.
Aviation Mode features five main pages: Map Page, Terrain Page, Panel Page, Active Route Page, and Position Data Page. An example of
each page in Aviation Mode appears below. Each page has a specific use and is discussed later in this manual. Aviation Mode is the default
mode for the GPSMAP 495. This manual first addresses each page, such as the Map Page, as shown in Aviation Mode. The manual then
describes the page as shown in Automotive and Marine Mode.
Panel Page Active Route Page Terrain Page Map Page Position Data Page
To switch usage modes:
1. Press and hold PAGE/MODE.
2. Use the ROCKER to select either Aviation, Automotive, or Marine, and press ENTER.
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Basic Operation in Aviation Mode > Creating a Direct To
Creating a Direct To
Aviation
In Aviation Mode, press Direct To to select a destination. When
a Go To or route is currently in use, holding Direct To down,
shows a detailed information page for the current destination.
In Marine or Automotive Mode, pressing Direct To
shows the
Navigate menu, which allows you to start navigation, or edit a route.
Also, in Marine Mode, pressing Direct To twice creates a MOB
waypoint and starts navigating to that point.
Press MENU on any tab of the Go To Page to open an options menu
for that tab. Based on the tab you selected, you can Show Details,
Select Approach, Select Route, Find Land Points, and Remove
Point.
Airport
identifier
Facility
name
City
Go To Page: Aviation Tab
To go to an airport or navaid:
1. Press Direct To to show the Go To Page. Use the ROCKER
to show the Aviation tab.
2. Press up or down on the ROCKER to select the identifier, facility
name, or city field, and press ENTER.
3. Use the ROCKER to enter the word. Press up and down to
change the highlighted character. Press right to move to the next
character field. As you scroll through the characters the GPSMAP
495 shows database entries with the same characters you
have entered to that point. If more than one entry exists in the
database, a window appears. Use ENTER and the ROCKER to
select the point.
4. Press ENTER when the point is shown.
5. With the on-screen Go To button highlighted, press ENTER. The
GPSMAP 495 creates a course from your present location to the
selected destination.
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Basic Operation in Aviation Mode > Creating a Direct To
To go to a recently-used or user-created waypoint:
1. Press Direct To to show the Go To Page. Use the ROCKER
to select the Recent or User tab.
Go To Page: Recent Tab
2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the point from the list, and press
ENTER.
From the User tab, you can also select the top waypoint name
line and then spell out the waypoint name using the ENTER and
the ROCKER keys.
3. Highlight the on-screen Go To button, and press ENTER. A
course is plotted from your present location to the selected
destination.
Viewing Details for the Destination
The Show Details option shows detailed information for your
destination waypoint or the next waypoint in a route. This
feature is convenient for retrieving airport information, such as
communication frequencies and runway information. You can view
details by using the options menu or by selecting the Show Details
button on the Go To Page, and pressing ENTER.
To view the details for the selected destination:
1. Press MENU to open the options menu. Use the ROCKER to
highlight Show Details, and press ENTER.
OR
Press and hold Direct To .
OR
Use the ROCKER to highlight Show Details, and press ENTER.
A new screen appears showing sub tabs along the top of the
screen.
2. To view the information, use the ROCKER to select the tab.
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Basic Operation in Aviation Mode > Creating a Direct To
Aviation
Airport Tab of Details Page
3. To view the item on the map, highlight Show Map, and press
ENTER. Press QUIT when done. Highlight OK, and press
ENTER to return to the Go To Page.
When viewing information for the Runway or Approach tabs, use
the ROCKER to highlight the runway designation or approach
name, and press ENTER. Then press up or down on the ROCKER
to scroll through available runways and approaches. Press ENTER
to select the runway or approach for which you would like to view
additional information.
Viewing Frequency Restrictions
The Comm tab on the Airport Details Page provides a list of
communication frequencies for that airport. Some frequencies are
noted with an asterisk (*), which indicates that the frequency has
usage restrictions. You can show the usage restriction information on
your GPSMAP 495.
To view usage restrictions for a communication frequency:
1. With the Comm tab selected, use the ROCKER to highlight any
frequency with usage restrictions (noted with an asterisk), and
press ENTER. A Usage Restrictions Page appears describing the
restrictions for the selected frequency.
Usage Restrictions Page
2. To return to the Comm Information Page, press ENTER.
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Basic Operation in Aviation Mode > Viewing AOPA Airport Directory Information and SafeTaxi Diagrams
Viewing AOPA Airport Directory Information
NOTE: AOPA Airport Directory Information is currently
available in the United States only.
The AOPA Airport Directory contains airport statistics such as
pattern altitudes, noise abatement information, FBO phone numbers,
hours of operation, local attractions, ground transportation, lodging,
and services.
To view the AOPA Airport Directory information:
1. Select an airport using the map or the NRST/FIND key.
2. Use the ROCKER to select the AOPA tab.
3. Press up and down on the ROCKER to scroll through the AOPA
Directory listings.
Viewing SafeTaxiTM Diagrams
Garmin SafeTaxi diagrams provide detailed taxiway diagrams and
position information on more than 650 airports in the USA. Taxi
diagrams are integrated in the Map Page.
To view a SafeTaxi diagram:
1. Zoom in on an airport that has a taxi diagram available.
2. Use the ROCKER to view items on the taxi diagram.
AOPA Service Icon Legend
Aviation
NOTE: SafeTaxi is currently available in the United States only.
AOPA Airport Directory Tab
SafeTaxi Airport Diagram
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Basic Operation in Aviation Mode > Finding a Nearby Point
Finding a Nearby Point
Aviation
In Aviation Mode, press NRST/FIND to open the Nearest Pages.
These pages provide detailed information on the nearest airports,
airport weather sources, navaids, cities, and user waypoints.
In Marine and Automotive Modes, press
Find Menu. You can easily search waypoints, cities, exits, and tide
stations using the Find Menu.
Nearest Page: Airport Tab
While in Aviation Mode
Press MENU when the Nearest Page is open to show the Nearest
Page options menu. You can Show Arrows (or Show Bearing) and
Set Airport Criteria.
NRST/FIND to open the
Aviation Nearest Categories
In Aviation Mode, the Nearest Pages contain the following
information:
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Airport—nearest 15; identifier, bearing, distance, length of the
longest runway, and common traffic advisory (CTAF) or tower
frequency.
Wx (Airport Weather Sources)
sources including AWOS, ASOS, and ATIS.
VOR (VHF Omnidirectional Radio Beacons)
identifier, facility type (symbol), bearing, distance, and frequency.
NDB (Non Directional Beacons)—nearest 15; identifier, facility
type (symbol), bearing, distance, and frequency.
INT (Intersection)—nearest 15; identifier, bearing, and distance.
VRP (Visual Reporting Point) (Europe only)
identifier, bearing, and distance.
User (Waypoints)
City—nearest 15; name, bearing, and distance.
ARTCC (Air Route Traffic Control Center)
distance, and frequency.
FSS (Flight Service Station)—nearest 5; bearing, distance,
frequency, and VOR (for duplex operations).
Airspace—up to 15 (based on number of alerts provided); name,
time to entry (when applicable), and status.
—nearest 15; name, bearing, and distance.
—nearest 15; airport weather
—nearest 15;
—nearest 15;
—nearest 5; bearing,
Basic Operation in Aviation Mode > Finding a Nearby Point
Selecting a Nearby Point as Your Destination
In an emergency, you can press a few keys to have the GPSMAP 495
guide you to the closest point to land.
To select a nearby point as your destination:
1. Press NRST.
2. Use the ROCKER to select the sub tab along the top of the page.
3. Highlight the point using the ROCKER.
4. Press Direct To
point.
OR
You can press ENTER to show the Information Page (Details
Page).
5. Press ENTER when Go To is highlighted.
To select the nearest airport as your destination:
1. Press NRST twice to show the Airport tab and highlight the
nearest airport.
2. Press ENTER to view airport information.
3. Verify the Go To button is highlighted, and press ENTER.
. The Go To Page opens for the selected
Viewing Details for a Nearby Point
To view details for a nearby point:
1. Press NRST to show the nearest pages. Select the sub tab.
2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the item on the list, and press
On airport information pages, use the ROCKER to select the sub
3. Press QUIT to return to the Nearest Pages. You can also
ENTER. The corresponding information page appears.
Information Page for a VOR
tabs across the top of the information pages and show the airport
data.
highlight any one of the on-screen buttons to perform that action,
such as Show Map or Go To.
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Basic Operation in Aviation Mode > Finding a Nearby Point
Viewing Communication Frequencies
Aviation
The Nearest Pages list up to five nearest flight service station
(FSS) and air route traffic control center (ARTCC) points of
communication. The closest communication point is shown first,
with additional points available when selected. For duplex operation,
the corresponding VOR is listed (by identifier) and the transmit and
receive frequencies are denoted by a TX and RX respectively.
To view additional communication frequencies:
1. Press NRST to open the Nearest Pages.
2. Use the ROCKER to select the ARTCC or FSS sub tab.
3. Press the ROCKER down to highlight Center or Station (based
on which tab you are on), and press ENTER.
ARTCC Tab
4. Select the numbered item that you want from the list, and press
ENTER to show the communication information. The lowest
numbers on the list are the closest communication points.
Viewing Airspace Alert Information
When an airspace alert appears, press NRST to automatically show
nearby airspace information in the Airspace tab. This information
includes name, time to entry (if applicable), and status. Normally,
only one or two airspace alerts occur at a time, but with sectorized
controlled airspace, such as many Class B areas, there are more.
Status information can appear as follows:
Ahead—your projected course takes you inside an airspace within
the next 10 minutes or less.
Near—you are within two nautical miles of an airspace, but not
projected to enter it.
Near & Ahead
and your current course takes you inside the airspace.
Inside Airspace
—you are within two nautical miles of an airspace
—you are within the boundaries of the airspace.
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Basic Operation in Aviation Mode > Finding a Nearby Point
Viewing Additional Airspace Information
From the Nearest Pages, you can show additional airspace
information, such as floor and ceiling limits or communication
frequencies.
To view additional airspace information:
1. When an airspace alert appears, press NRST to show the
Nearest Pages and the airspace information. If you are already
viewing the Nearest Pages, use the ROCKER to select the
Airspace tab.
Nearest Pages: Airspace Tab
2. Use the ROCKER to select the airspace alert entry on the page,
and press ENTER. An information page opens to show the
controlling agency, status, and floor/ceiling limits.
3. To show a communication frequency for the airspace, select the
Frequencies button, and press ENTER.
To return to the Nearest Pages, select the OK button, and press
ENTER.
NOTE: When an airspace alert appears, press NRST to
automatically show nearest airspace information. Press NRST
a second time to quickly show the nearest airports list. Press
NRST a third time to show the Find Menu.
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Basic Operation in Aviation Mode > Finding a Nearby Point
Setting Airport Criteria
Aviation
From the Nearest Airport tab, an options window allows you to
filter out airports that do not meet a defined criteria. This allows you
to only show airports with a surface type and runway length you
want. You can also select the Include Private Airports and Include
Heliports check boxes to include private airports and heliports in
the Nearest Airport tab.
Runway Surface—allows you to set criteria for the type of surface
on the runway:
Any—shows any runway, regardless of surface type, including
•
water landing facilities.
Hard Only—shows only runways with a concrete, asphalt, or
•
similar sealed surface.
•
Hard or Soft—shows all runways except water landing facilities.
•
Water Only
—shows only water landing facilities.
Minimum Runway Length—allows you to enter a specific length
for the shortest runway allowed.
To enter airport criteria:
1. Press NRST, and open the Airport tab.
2. Press MENU to show the options menu.
3. Select Set Airport Criteria, and then press ENTER. A window
appears with the current settings for runway surface and
minimum runway length.
Airport Criteria Page
4. With the runway surface field highlighted, press ENTER. Select
the surface type, and press ENTER.
5. Highlight the minimum runway length field, and press ENTER.
6. Use the ROCKER to enter the minimum acceptable runway
length. Press ENTER.
NOTE: Use caution when changing the nearest airport criteria.
In an emergency, a short runway is still typically preferable to an
off-field landing. If you set the runway length too low or exclude
many runway surfaces, you may not be alerted to a nearby
airport that otherwise would be listed.
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