It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the unit
in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or
property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible
for observing safe boating practices.
Global Positioning System: The Global Positioning System
(GPS) is operated by the US government which is solely
responsible for its operation, accuracy and maintenance.
The GPS system is subject to changes which could affect the
accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment anywhere in
the world.
Installation: If installation is not correct, the unit can not
perform at its designed potential. If in doubt, consult your
GME dealer. Ensure that any holes made are in a safe position
and will not weaken the boat’s structure. If in doubt, consult a
qualified boat builder.
GME DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS
PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS,
DAMAGE OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW.
Governing language: This statement, any instruction
manuals, user guides and other information relating to the
product (documentation) may be translated to, or has been
translated from, another language (translation). In the event
of any conflict between any translations of the documentation,
the English language version of the documentation will be the
official version of the documentation. This manual represents
the installation procedures as at the time of printing. GME
reserves the right to make changes to specifications without
notice.
Thank you for having purchased a GME product.
This handbook contains an explanation of how to install,
operate and maintain your unit.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
If you require technical advice or assistance, contact your
nearest GME dealer or visit our website, www.gme.net.au.
Please read through this manual before the first
operation. If you have any questions, please contact the
customer service or your local dealer or distributor
Extensive exposure to heat may result in damage to the
chartplotter.
Connection to the power source with reversed polarity
will damage the chartplotter severely. This damage is not
covered by the warranty.
Do not disassemble. The chartplotter contains dangerous
high voltage circuits which only experienced technicians
must handle
Exposure of the display to UV rays may shorten the life of
the liquid crystals used in your plotter. This limitation is
due to the current technology of the LCD display.
Avoid overheating which may cause loss of contrast and,
in extreme case, a darkening of the screen. Problems
which occur from over heating are reversible when
temperature decreases.
Screen Cleaning Precautions
Use a tissue or lens cloth and a cleaning spray containing
Isopropanol (a normal spray cleaner sold for PC screens).
Fold the tissue or lens cloth into a triangular shape,
moisten the tip and use the index finger behind a corner
to move the tissue across the surface, in overlapping side
to side strokes. If the tissue is too wet, a noticeable wet
film will be left in its path and you will need to repeat the
process. If too dry, the tissue won’t glide easily, and may
damage the surface.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 3
CONTENTS
1 Introduction
1-1 General Information .........................7
1-2 Specification
1-3 Packing List
1-4 Optional Accessories
...............................7
...............................9
.......................10
2 Getting Started
2-1 Mounting the Unit .........................10
2-1-1 Br ac ke t M ou nting
2-1-2 Flush Mounting
....................................11
2-2 Keys
2-3 C-MAP MA X Secure Digital (SD) Card
2-4 Simulate Mode
2-5 Data Bar
2-6 Compass
2-7 Multi window displays
2-8 Man overboard (MOB)
................................. 11
................................12
........................10
..........................10
........... 11
............................ 11
......................13
......................13
3 General Operation
3-1 Manual / Auto Power on and off ...............14
3-2 Brightness, night mode and Background
3-3 The page window
...................................16
3-4 Chart
3-4-1 Chart window
3-4-2 Perspective view
3-4-3 Latitude and longitude
3-4-4 Chart scale
3-4-5 Finding a chart symbol
3-4-6 S-Map search
3-4-7 Chart symbols and information
3-4-8 Introduction to navigating
3-4-9 Following a route
3-4-10 Goto Key
3-4-11 Distance and bearing calculator
3-4-12 Projected course
...................................20
3-5 Sonar
..........................14
...........................16
.........................16
....................17
.............................17
....................17
...........................18
.................18
........................19
..............................19
........................20
........14
..............18
.............20
3-5-1 Interpreting the display
3-5 -2 Mode
3-5-3 Single and Dual frequency fish finding
3-5-4 Range
3-5-5 Gain
3-5-6 Sonar window display
3-5-7 No split
3-5-8 Split zoom and Full Screen zoom
3-5-9 Split bottom
3-5-10 Split 50/200
3-5-11 Split A-Scope
3-6 Highway
3-7 Gauges
3-8 Waypoints
3-8-1 Creating a new waypoint
3-8-2 Moving a waypoint
3-8-3 Editing an existing waypoint
3-8-4 Deleting a waypoint
3-8-5 Find a waypoint
3-8-6 Sort Waypoints
3-8-7 Deleting all waypoints
3-9 Routes
3-9-1 Managing a route from the chart window
3-9-2 Managing a route from the route window
3-10 Satellites
3-10-1 Satellite information
3-11 T ide s
3-12 AI S
3-12-1 Viewing AIS Vessels
3-12-2 AIS Windows
3-13 DS C
3-13 -1 D is tress
3-13-2 Poll
3-14 NAVTE X
.................................20
.................................21
..................................22
................................22
............................23
.................................24
..................................24
...............................25
..................................26
................................28
...................................28
....................................29
...................................30
...............................30
..................................31
................................32
....................20
........21
.....................22
.............23
...........................23
...........................24
..................25
.......................25
................25
......................25
.........................25
..........................26
.....................26
.....................28
......................29
...........................29
......26
......27
PAGE 4 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
3-15 Engine Faults ............................32
4 Advance Settings
4-1 System Configuration Settings ................32
The chartplotter is a precision-crafted GPS chartplotter with a
high-performance receiver for the Global Positioning System
constellation of satellites, providing precise location data with
a host of navigation features. Some functions require optional
units and sensors installed on your boat.
The chartplotter can be connected to external devices
with NMEA0183 and NMEA2000 interface and display
information.
Examples.
• NAVTEX
• AIS receiver
• DSC VHF radio
• Transducer and sensors
• Autopilot
1-2 Specification
G142C
GENERAL
CategoryDetail
Size164 mm(H) x 183 mm(W) x 74 mm(D)
Display142 mm (5.6”) diagonal, TFT colour, 480 x 640 pixels.
Supply voltage10 to 34 V DC
Supply current13.8 V
350 mA min - no backlighting.
480 mA max - full backlighting.
External beeper or light outputSwitched to ground to sound alarm, 30V DC, 200 mA maximum
Operating temperature-10° to 50°C
ALARMS
User set: Arrival radius, anchor, XTE, danger, low battery, loss of DGPS fix, dangerous AIS vessels.
GPS NAVIGATION
Chart cardC-MAP™ SD Card (NT-MAX, NT+ or NT)
User cardSD Card. Maximum Memory size is 1GB standard, 4GB SDHC.
WaypointsUp to 10,000, with default or user defined alphanumeric names up to eight
characters.
Routes100 Routes, with up to 100 points each
Trac ksBy time or distance, 10 tracks of 15,000 points
Chart datums216 Chart datums, One user-defined map shift.
Chart scale0.2 to 500 nm for chart (chart dependent) down to 0.005 nm in plotter mode.
Water Speed (128259), Water depth (128267), XTE (129283), NAV. data (129284),
NAV. data (129285), COG & SOG (129026), GNSS position (129029), Water temp.
(130310).
G14 2 CFD
GENERAL
CategoryDetail
Size164 mm(H) x 183 mm(W) x 74 mm(D)
Display142 mm (5.6”) diagonal, TFT colour, 480 x 640 pixels.
Supply voltage10 to 34 V DC
Supply current13.8 V
800 mA min - no backlighting.
1000 mA max - full backlighting.
External beeper or light outputSwitched to ground to sound alarm, 30 V DC, 200 mA maximum
Operating temperature-10° to 50°C
ALARMS
User set: Arrival radius, anchor, XTE, danger, too shallow, too deep, fish, temperature, temperature rate, low battery, loss of
DGPS fix, dangerous AIS vessels.
GPS NAVIGATION
Chart cardC-MAP™ SD Card (NT-MAX, NT+ or NT)
User cardSD Card Maximum Memory size is 1 GB standard, 4 GB SDHC.
WaypointsUp to 10,000, with default or user defined alphanumeric names up to eight
characters.
Routes100 Routes, with up to 100 points each
Trac ksBy time or distance, 10 track of 15,000 points
Chart datums216 Chart datums, One user-defined map shift.
Chart scale0.2 to 500 nm for chart (chart dependent) down to 0.005 nm in plotter mode.
Water Speed (128259), Water depth (128267), XTE (129283), NAV. data (129284),
NAV. data (129285), COG & SOG (129026), GNSS position (129029), Water temp.
(130310).
Dual frequency: 50 kHz and 200 kHz
Resolution of 0.1° unit.
1 to 96.6 kph (57.5 mph, 50 kn).
1-3 Packing List
Item ListPart NumberModel
G142CG142CFD
Display
BracketMB029
Display CoverCVR031
Power CableLE031 (G142CFD)X
Ο
Ο
ΟΟ
Ο
LE032 (G142C)
Bracket mounting screwsMK006
Flush mount Kit (Including
screws)
User’s Manual (Eng)310501
Quick Start Guide31050 9
Cable mounting kitMK007
P58 TransducerTD003X
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 9
MK005
Ο
Ο
Ο
Ο
Ο
Ο
X
Ο
Ο
Ο
Ο
Ο
Ο
1-4 Optional Accessories
ItemPart number
GPS AntennaAEG002
Y cableLE033
B45 Transducer (Bronze Thru-Hull
600 W 200/50 kHz)
P79 Transducer (In Hull 600 W
200/50 kHz)
TD002
TD001
2 GETTING STARTED
2-1 Mounting the Unit
The chartplotter is supplied with a bracket and flush
mounting kit. You can choose a method of installation
according to your preference.
2-1-1 Bracket Mou nting
Before installing ensure the area the bracket is mounted to is
strong enough to support the weight of the GPS chartplotter.
After the location is found, attach the mounting base to the
area using the supplied hardware.
Mounting the display Unit:
1 Hold display and find mounting groove on back of display.
2 Gently push display onto bracket ensuring groove on back
of display slides onto bracket.
3. Turn knob clockwise to lock.
Removing the display unit:
1. Turn the unit off
2. Turn the knob counter clockwise
3. Pull the display unit off bracket.
Note: The G142C/G142CFD with an internal GPS antenna is
designed to be bracket mounted or flush mounted. However,
if you flush mount inside of your boat, GPS performance can
be reduced.
2-1-2 Flush Mounting
1 Find a suitable location for flush mounting, tape flush
mount template to location.
2 Drill a hole in the area of the cutout.
3 Cut out area with a jig saw.
4 Drill four holes as marked for mounting studs.
5 Install the mounting studs on the chartplotter and insert
them into the mounting holes.
6 Attach the chartplotter to the mounting location by
attaching the supplied hardware to the mounting studs.
Note:
1 If you flush mount, you will need an optional
external GPS antenna.
2 Before Drilling holes make sure there is enough space to
mount the chartplotter and that there are no obstructions.
PAGE 10 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
2-2 Keys
2-3 C-MAP MAX Secure Digital (SD) Card
PAGE Shows
main windows
and allows you
to set up your
favourite displays.
WPT Creates a
waypoint at ship
or cursor.
ESC Exit from menu
and return to previous
menu. In chart window
it places ship in centre
of screen.
MENU Access to
setting menu - shows
available options of
current widow.
CURSOR Moves the
cursor on the display.
In sonar window,
you can review sonar
history.
ENT Selects the
desired option or to
confirm selection.
+ Increases water
depth range in
fishfinder mode. Zoom
in in chart mode.
- Decrease water depth
range.in fishfinder
mode. Zoom out in
chart mode.
FUNC Screen snap
shot.
GOTO Start navigating
to a destination
point such as a MOB
waypoint or waypoint.
POWER Turns power
on/off. Opens display
brightness and night
mode.
SD Card Open the
cover to install an SD
card.
MOB Places a MOB
waypoint on the chart
window under the
boats position.
This section provides instructions for inserting and removing
C-MAP MAX SD card.
Inserting the SD Card
1 Hold the SD card so that you can
see the C-Map label.
2 Open the door, gently push the SD
card into the slot; push the SD card
in until you hear a click sound, then
close the door.
Removing the SD Card
1 Turn off the unit.
2 Open the door and push in on
the SD card until it is released.
3 Close the door.
Insert C-MAP SD card correctly (DO NOT FORCE).
Close SD card door firmly at all times.
Do not remove SD card during reading and writing.
2-4 Simulate Mode
Simulate Mode is good for practicing the use of the product
when the satellite signals and internal alarms are not
available. In the simulate mode, the unit turns the GPS
receiver off and ignores data from all optional devices.
Two simulate modes are available as below.
• Normal: Allows a user to practice the actual use of a
product without satellite connection.
• Demo: Boat travels along a given route at a given speed
and shows functions of the unit.
Do not try to navigate in simulate mode. While the
simulate mode is turned on, the GPS receiver is not
active.
2-5 Data Bar
Data bar displays useful navigation information at the top of
the display.
Displaying Data bar
1 Press MENU and select Data bar.
2 Select Data bar by pressing the ENT key.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 11
Setting the data displayed in the data bar
1 Press MENU and select Data bar.
2 Select Data bar then Data bar setup.
3 Move the cursor key to highlight the data field you want to
change then press ENT.
4 Select Data type.
5 Select desired data you want to display in the field then
press ENT.
6 Repeat above steps if necessary.
Tip: COG (Course Over Ground) – The course your
vessel is heading.
BRG (Bearing) – The direction from your current
position to a destination point.
To turn the compass off or on:
1 Press MENU and select Data bar.
2 Select Compass.
Selecting the Data bar size
1 Press MENU and select Data bar.
2 Select Data bar then Data bar size.
3 Select the desired size of the data bar.
[Large]
[Small]
Tip: If you select None for all data fields, the data bar will
disappear.
Tip: Even though you set up a data bar for a specific window,
the data bar will not apply to all other windows.
2-6 Compass
The chartplotter computes compass direction from the
constellation of GPS satellites. For the GPS chartplotter to
compute direction, the vessel must be moving through
the water.
2-7 Multi window displays
The Chartplotter can display up to four windows at the
same time.
Adding a window
1 Press PAGE and select Add icon.
2 Select an icon you want to add.
3 Repeat above steps if necessary.
PAGE 12 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
Favorite displays
The most commonly used windows are called favorite displays,
up to six favorite windows can be saved. Each favorite display
can have a data bar and compass.
Changing window size
1 Press PAGE and select Split icon at bottom of the screen.
2 Press or to change the height of the windows if
there are only two windows. If the unit is displaying more
than three windows, press
height of the windows.
Deleting a window
1 Press and hold PAGE to select the window you want
to delete.
2 Press PAGE and select Remove icon to remove.
Replacing two windows on the display
1 Press and hold PAGE to active window you want to replace.
2 Press PAGE, select Replace icon.
3 Select icon you want to display then press ENT.
The active window
A blue border indicates the active window. To change the
active window to the next window, press and hold PAGE.
, , or to change the
Displaying a favorite display
1 Press PAGE twice.
2 When above window pops up select which display you
want to view.
Adding a favorite display
1 Organize a window as you prefer.
2 Press PAGE to show the main window.
3 Select Save icon at the bottom
4 Select an icon where you want to add your favorite display.
If you add the new favorite display on an existing favorite
display the new display will overwrite the old display.
2-8 Man overboard (MOB)
During navigation, the “MOB” feature provides a one-touch
method of storing a location, such as a point where a crew
member falls overboard. In this mode, the chartplotter places
a MOB point on the chart page and all the navigation data
shown is related to navigating back to this point, allowing you
to efficiently retrace your path to the MOB point.
MOB will not work if the unit does not have a GPS fix.
1 When you press MOB, a MOB waypoint is created.
2 When MOB is pushed and you are not in the Chart
window, the screen automatically changes to the Chart
window and the MOB waypoint is at the center of the
chart.
3 If an autopilot is connected, the unit sets the MOB waypoint
to the destination.
This may result in a sudden and dangerous turn.
Tip: If navigation to the MOB waypoint is cancelled, the MOB
waypoint is not removed from the waypoint list. To delete the
MOB waypoint, you need to delete it manually.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 13
3 GENERAL OPERATION
3-1 Manual / Auto Power on and off
Manual power on
Press PWR and hold until the display shows the startup page.
When the Warning screen appears, read, then press ENT
to accept.
Manual power off
Press and hold PWR for 5 seconds. A countdown timer
appears on the screen, if you release the button before the
countdown timer reaches zero, the chartplotter will remain
on.
Auto power
If the unit is wired for auto then:
• The unit turns on automatically when you turn on the
boat’s ignition.
• You can not turn the unit off if the ignition is turned on.
• If Auto power off is set, the unit turns off automatically
when you turn off the boat’s ignition.
• If Auto power off is not set, the unit will not turn off even
though the boat’s ignition is turned off. To turn off, you
need to turn off the unit manually.
3-2 Brightness, Night mode
and Background
You can change the screen setting for the display. To change
settings, press PWR quickly.
Tip: The screen will be difficult to read if the chartplotter is in
night mode when the sun is too bright
Background
You can change the background colour if you prefer. Select
the option that gives you the clearest viewing for the weather
conditions and viewing angle.
3-3 The page window
Press PAGE to show the page window and select the
function icon you want to display.
Note
Brightness
To change the brightness, select Brightness, and press
to dim or
Press ESC to return to the previous screen.
Night mode
The chartplotter has preprogrammed settings allowing you
to customize the look of the Chart window. The default is
daytime view.
To change mode:
1 Highlight Night mode.
2 Press
PAGE 14 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
to brighten.
or ENT.
1. Some function icons require optional sensors connected.
2. If you press PAGE one more time in the main window, the
favorite window option is displayed.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 15
3-4 Chart
The Chart window shows relevant navigation data available
on your preloaded maps, including buoys, lights, cables, depth
soundings, marinas, and tide station from an overhead view.
3-4-1 Chart window
To go to the Chart window:
• Press PAGE and select Chart icon by pressing ENT.
A typical Chart window shows:
The built-in world chart does not show enough detail
for navigation. When you use the Chartplotter to
navigate, always use a chart card which covers the
region. (C-MAP).
3-4 -2 Pe rspec tive view
With a C-Map chart inserted, chart data may be projected
in perspective mode during navigation. This function allows
setting the panoramic view of the chart. As the upper side of
the map is more compressed than the lower side, a wider map
area is visible.
2
1
3
11
7610
1 Data bar. Data can be customised.
2 Compass
3 Chart scale
4 Boat position
5 Boat track
6 Boat course and CDI lines
7 Distance and bearing of cursor from boat
8 Land
9 Sea
10 The cursor
11 A typical waypoint
The perspective view allows more chart information to be seen
immediately ahead and close to the cursor.
To activate this function follow the procedure:
1 Press MENU.
8
2 Select Perspective.
5
4
9
PAGE 16 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
3-4-3 Latitude and longitude
Latitude and longitude coordinates define a position on the
earth and can be displayed in the data bar.
In the data bar, own ships position is shown as below:
47° 43.000’ N or S Latitude
003° 21.656’ E or W Longitude
However, if you move the cursor, then the latitude and
longitude in the data bar change to the cursor’s position as
below.
47° 43.325 N or S Latitude
003° 29.607 E or W Longitude
Info
Latitude: Angular distance North or South of the equator
measured by lines encircling the earth parallel to the equator
in degrees from 0° to 90°.
Longitude: Angular distance East or West of the GMT
measured by lines encircling the earth at right angles to the
equator in degrees from 0° to 180°.
When reading the boat position, make sure the
position is not the cursor position.
3-4 -4 Chart sc ale
The chart scale can be changed by pressing + to show more
detail information on the chart and by - to show a wider view
of the chart.
When you press + or -, the scale of the chart is displayed in
the chart in the top left corner.
4 Once you have entered the name of a port, press ENT.
5 After the search has finished, select the nearest port in the
list and press enter the cursor will be placed on the chart
in the chart window.
To find Port & Service
1 Press MENU.
2 Select Find then Port & Service.
3 Select a service you want to find.
4 After the search has finished press E NT. The cursor will be
placed on the chart in the chart window.
3-4 -5 Findi ng a c hart s ymbol
This function is available when C-MAP Max SD card is
inserted.
To find a port by name
1 Press MENU.
2 Select Find then Port by name.
3 Press or to select a letter then press for next
letter.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 17
3-4 -6 Chart symb ols and in form ation
This function is only available when a C-MAP SD card
is inserted.
When using a C-Map Max card, you can view different kinds
of symbols and their information on the chartplotter display.
Some objects have a picture associated.
To display information
1 Move cursor onto an icon to display its name.
2 Press MENU and select Chart info.
3 Move cursor key to highlight an item and press ENT.
4 Information related to the item appears as below.
[Chart info]
[Chart symbol Data Box]
3-4 -8 Going t o a waypoint or to a p oint on th e chart
A waypoint is a particular location on a trip whether it is a
starting, intermediate or destination point. A waypoint is the
simplest piece of information your equipment requires to get
you to a destination, in the shortest distance possible. This
unit can save up to 10,000 waypoints.
GOTO Cursor Option
1 Press PAGE and select the Chart window.
2 Move the cursor to the destination point.
3 Press MENU and select Goto cursor to start navigating.
GOTO WPT Option
1 Press PAGE and select the Chart window
2. Move cursor onto Waypoint.
3 Press MENU and select Goto WPT to start navigating.
Find Option
1 Press PAGE and select the Chart icon.
2 In the Chart window, press MENU and select Find then
Waypoints.
3 Select a waypoint to start navigation.
Make sure the course does not pass over land or
dangerous waters.
Cancelling navigating
1 Press PAGE and select the Chart icon.
2 Press MENU and select Cancel Goto.
3-4-7 Introduction to navigating
Use the navigation chart to plan your course, view map
information and use as a navigational aid.
This unit has two ways of navigating, going straight to a
waypoint or following a route (a group of waypoints).
PAGE 18 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
3-4 -9 Followin g a route
Often a trip from one place to another involves several course
changes requiring a series of route points (waypoints) which
you navigate to, one after another. The sequence of waypoints
leading to the ultimate destination is called a route. You
can save up to 100 routes and a route may consist of 100
waypoints.
Start Route Option
1 Press PAGE and select the Chart window.
2 Press MENU and select Start Route.
3 Move cursor keys to select a route to start navigating.
4 Select Forward or Reverse to decide which direction you
want to navigate.
Route Window Option
1 Press PAGE and select the routes window
2 In the route window, move the cursor to highlight a route
you want to start navigating to.
3 Press MENU and select start
4 Select Forward or Reverse to decide which direction you
want to navigate.
3-4 -10 Goto Key
This key is very useful when you want to start navigating to a
destination point. When the key is pressed, it starts navigating
to the cursor.
Going to a point
1 Move the cursor to an open position.
2 Press GOTO
3-4-11 Distance and bearing calculator
The unit can show the bearing and the length of leg and the
total distance of legs.
Setting Legs
1 In the chart window, press MENU and select Distance.
Information is displayed in pop up window, showing
bearing/leg distance/total distance. This window will appear
in the bottom left hand side.
2 Move the cursor to the start point which is the start point of
the first leg and press ENT.
3 Move the cursor to a point which is the end of the first leg.
4 Repeat 2-3 steps for more legs.
5 Press ESC to exit.
Create Route Option
1 Press PAGE and select the Chart window and
press MENU.
2 Select New route.
3 Name the route and present position.
4 Move cursor to a waypoint and press ENT.
5 Move cursor to position of next waypoint and press ENT.
6 Repeat step 5 to enter more waypoints.
7 Once last waypoint has been entered press MENU and
select END. To start route see 3-4-9.
Skipping a waypoint while following a route
1 Press PAGE and select the chart window.
2 Press MENU and select Skip.
3 Repeat above step if necessary.
Cancelling a route
1 Press PAGE and select the Chart window.
2 Press MENU and select Cancel route.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 19
Deleting the last leg
1 Press MENU and select Remove.
2 Repeat above step if you want to remove more legs.
Saving as a route
1. Once you set all the legs, press MENU and select Save.
2 Enter a route name by pressing or to select a letter
then press for next letter.
3 Press ESC to save the new route.
Tip: Bearing and distance
3-4 -12 Project ed cours e
The projected course shows you where the boat will be after a
cetain time. This function is very useful to avoid a collision with
other vessels.
To set a projected course time
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Select CHART.
3 Highlight GENERAL.
4 Highlight PROJECTED COURSE.
5 Select time of projected course.
3 - 5 Sonar
The G142CFD proposes a sonar function when the unit is
connected to an optional depth transducer.
To activate sonar function;
1 Press and hold MENU and select System
Configuration icon
2 Select Features then Sonar.
3 Now the sonar page can be selected. Press PAG E and
select sonar option.
3-5-1 Interpreting the display
1 Depth.
2 Single fish: Fish symbols with depth.
3 School of fish.
4 Depth line.
5 Bottom: Hard bottoms such as rock and coral shown as
wide bands.
6 Soft bottoms such as mud, weed and sand show as narrow
bands.
7 Range of display.
8 Colour bar.
The window scrolls
from right (recent
sonar record) to left
(old sonar record).
3-5-2 Mode
The unit operates in two different modes. You can choose a
mode depending on the condition.
Auto mode: This is the most commonly used option. In
•
this mode, settings are automatically adjusted for the best
display of fish and bottom according to the environment.
• Manual mode: Use this option for manual setting. The
option might bring you better result for the conditions.
To change a mode;
1 Press MENU then select Gain.
2 Select Mode then Manual or Auto and press ENT.
3 Press ESC to exit.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PAGE 20 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
3-5-3 Single and Dual frequency fish finding
Sonar frequencies
The G142CFD is a dual frequency unit, using 200 kHz and 50
kHz to detect various bottom conditions at various depths.
To select the sonar frequency in sonar window:
1 Press MENU, select Frequency.
2 Select Frequency and press ENT
3 Press ESC to exit.
High frequency (200 kHz )
The higher ultrasonic signal, the better the resolution. For this
reason the 200 kHz frequency is ideal for detailed observation
of fish schools.
Low frequency (50 kHz)
The lower frequency signal is a signal for a wider detection
area. Therefore, the 50 kHz frequency is useful for general
detection and judging bottom conditions.
Mixed frequencies (200 kHz / 50 kHz)
The Mixed frequency combines the 200 kHz and the 50 kHz in
the Sonar window.
Note: The 50 kHz signal will travel deeper than the
200 kHz signal.
3-5- 4 Ra nge
Range is the depth of water displayed on the sonar window.
The basic range may be chosen in auto or manual mode.
Auto: When the mode is set to auto, the unit adjusts the
depth automatically for the best performance. This option is
recommended for normal operation.
Manual: When the mode is set to manual, the unit only
displays the depth of water at a chosen range. This could
mean that the sea bed is not displayed as it is out of range.
To set the manual mode in the sonar window:
1 Press MENU, select Range.
2 Select a mode you want and press ENT.
3 If you select the manual mode, press + or - to change
value of max displayed depth.
When the set depth is too low
The display is useful for comparing the same picture with two
different frequencies.
When the set depth is too high
High Frequency (200 kHz)
Low Frequency (50 kHz)
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 21
3-5-5 Gain
The gain menu
The gain is a signal strength received from the transducer, the
threshold is the level of ultrasonic signal that is ignored
by a set value.
When you use the manual mode and threshold, the values of
gain and threshold need to be set very carefully.
In the Gain window, you can set for a gain mode and
threshold.
To change a value
1 Press MENU, select Gain.
2 Select a mode.
3 If you select the Manual mode, adjust each frequency gain
value by pressing or . If you select the Auto mode, it
will be changed to manual mode if you change the values
of frequency value.
3-5-6 Sonar window display
Five sonar display windows are available and each display
window has unique characteristics. Select a display window
depending on your needs. The default display is No split.
To change a Sonar display window in the sonar
window:
1 Press MENU, select Window mode.
2 Select the desired sonar display.
Split A-Scope: Display Sonar history and echo strength (see
section 3-5-11).
You can change the split ratio if the window is split.
1 Press MENU and select Window split.
2 Press or to adjust the ratio.
3 Press ENT.
3-5-7 No split
No split window displays a sonar history at a given frequency
(50 or 200 kHz).
Low Frequency (50 kHz)
The 50 kHz frequency is ideal for detecting the wider area
which means low frequency is useful for general detection and
judging bottom conditions. Also good for deeper water.
High Frequency (200 kHz)
The 200 kHz frequency will provide a better resolution which
means it is ideal for the observation of fish or fish schools.
Also good for shallow water.
To set a frequency for this display:
1 Press MENU.
2 Select Frequency
3 Select a desired frequency
No split: Display Sonar history at a given frequency (50 or
200 kHz) (see section 3-5-7).
Split zoom: This mode expands a chosen area of the normal
picture in full vertical size on the left-hand side of the window.
Full screen zoom: Display a zoomed section on full screen
(see section 3-5-8).
Split bottom: Display Sonar history and a bottom trace focus
in a zoomed section (see section 3-5-9).
Split 50/200: Display the 50 kHz sonar history on the left
and the 200 kHz sonar history on the right. This display is
useful for comparing the same history with two different
frequencies. (see section 3-5-10).
PAGE 22 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
You can also review old sonar records, press and to
review the history. To return to current scanning, press ESC
3-5-8 Split zoom and Full Screen zoom
Split zoom
Split zoom mode expands selected area of the single
frequency by VRM (Variable Range Mark). The left side displays
zoomed section of current sonar record. The VRM of the right
side indicates the zoom section area.
• Press or to change the zoom range.
• Press + or – to change the depth range.
Bottom lock:
If Bottom lock is on, the zoom depth (the depth of the zoom
section) is adjusted automatically so that the bottom is always
displayed in the zoom section.
• To turn Bottom lock on or off press MENU
Select full screen zoom
Highlight bottom lock and press ENT.
Full screen zoom
Displays only the zoom section of split zoom.
[Split zoom]
[Full screen zoom]
3-5-9 Split bottom
Split bottom display provides a normal picture on the right
half and a selectable range over and below the bottom line is
expanded onto the left half of the screen. This mode is useful
for detecting bottom fish.
• Use the or keys to adjust the zoom range.
• Press + or – to change the range.
• The VRM moves up and down to calculate the bottom
depth automatically.
[Bottom Lock]
3-5-10 Split 50/20 0
The 50 kHz display appears
on the left and the
200 kHz appears on the
right. This dual frequency
display is very useful for
comparing the same
scanning with two
different frequencies.
See page 11
for G142FD.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 23
3-5-11 Split A-Scope
This display shows echoes at each transmission with
amplitudes and colours proportional to their intensities; the
right of the screen is useful for estimating the kind of fish
schools and bottom nature.
Echo strength colour code varies from weakest (blue) to
strongest (red).
1 Echoes from fish and the bottom
2 Unwanted noise echoes.
3 The strongest echo, usually from the bottom.
1
2
3
3-6 Highway
The Highway window shows a 3D view of the vessel traveling
through the water when navigating to a destination point.
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
7
3-7 Gauges
The Gauges window displays all the information you
need during navigation such as water, engine, fuel related
information, etc.
To select the Gauges window, press PAGE and select Data
icon.
Selecting a Gauges layout
The Gauges window can show one of seven gauge layouts.
To select a layout from the Gauges window:
1 Press MENU and select Gauge Layout.
2 Select one layout.
To go to the Highway window, press PAGE and select
Highway icon.
The Highway window shows:
1 Compass.
2 Data bar.
3 Destination waypoint.
4 Boat’s plotted course to destination.
5 DTG scale (Distance To Go).
6 BTW scale (Bearing to waypoint).
7 CDI (Course Deviation Indicator).
8 XTE scale (Cross Track Error).
PAGE 24 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
To change a gauge displayed in a layout in
Data display:
1 Press MENU and select
Gauge Setup then the
upper left side gauge
will be highlighted.
2 Select the gauge you
want to change and
press ENT.
3 Select the data type
you want to display by
pressing ENT.
4 Press ESC to save
changes.
3-8 Waypoints
A waypoint is a particular location on a voyage whether it is a
starting, intermediate or destination point. A waypoint is the
simplest piece of information the unit requires to get you to a
destination in the shortest distance possible. This unit can save
up to 10,000 waypoints.
To display waypoint list, press PAGE and select
Waypoint icon.
3-8-1 Creating a new waypoint
To create a waypoint from the chart window:
There are two ways to create a new waypoint from the chart
window as described below:
1 Press WPT, waypoint is marked at current boat position.
2 Move the cursor to a point where you want to create a
waypoint and press WPT.
To create a waypoint from the waypoints window
1 Press MENU and select Create.
2 Enter waypoint data, change alphanumerical name, choose
between 48 icons, 16 colours and display options.
3 Select Save.
3-8-2 M oving a waypoin t
To move a waypoint from the chart window
1 Move the cursor and place over the waypoint you want to
move. (If you move the cursor on the waypoint correctly,
waypoint information will be displayed at the bottom left).
2 Press MENU and select Move.
3 Move the cursor to a point where you want to move
waypoint and press ENT
To Move a waypoint from the waypoints window
1 Highlight a waypoint you want to move.
2 Press MENU and select Edit.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 25
3 Change the existing latitude and longitude to new position.
4 Select Save.
3-8-3 Editing an existing waypoint
To Edit a waypoint from the chart window
1 Move the cursor over the waypoint you want to edit. (If
you move the cursor on the waypoint correctly, waypoint
information will be displayed at the bottom left).
2 Press MENU and select Edit.
3 Edit waypoint data as you need and press ENT
To Edit a waypoint from the waypoints window:
1 Move cursor key to highlight a waypoint you want to edit.
2 Press MENU and select Edit.
3 Edit waypoint data as you need and press ENT
3-8-4 Deleting a waypoint
To delete a waypoint from the chart window:
1 Move the cursor over the waypoint you want to delete. (If
you move the cursor on the waypoint correctly, waypoint
information will be displayed at the bottom left).
2 Press MENU and select Delete.
3 Select Yes.
Deleting a waypoint from the waypoints window
1 Move cursor key to highlight a waypoint you want to
delete.
2 Press MENU and select Delete.
3 Select Yes.
Note: A waypoint can not be deleted if the final destination of
navigation is that waypoint.
3-8-5 Find a waypoint
To find a waypoint from the chart window:
Finding waypoints from the chart window.
1 Press MENU and select Find.
2 Select Waypoints.
3 Move cursor key to highlight a waypoint you want to find
and press ENT.
To find a waypoint from the waypoint window:
1 Press MENU and select Find.
2 Press , , or to find a waypoint name.
3 Select ENT.
3-8-7 Deleting all waypoints
1 In the waypoints window, press MENU and select
Delete all.
2 Select Yes.
3-9 Routes
A trip from one place to another often involves several course
changes requiring a series of waypoints which you navigate to,
one after another. The sequence of waypoints leading to the
final destination is called a route. The unit can automatically
advance to the next waypoint on a route, so you do not have
to change the destination waypoint repeatedly.
The unit has the capability to store 100 routes with maximum
of 100 waypoints each.
To display the Routes window, press PAGE and select the
Routes window.
3 Select ENT
3-9-1 Managing a route from the chart window
Creating a new route window
1 Press MENU and select New route.
2 Enter the new route name using cursor key and press ENT .
3 On the chart window, move the cursor to the position of the
starting waypoint in the Route and press ENT.
3-8-6 Sort Waypoints
To change the order of displayed waypoint list:
1 Press MENU and select Sor t by.
2 Select a sort type.
PAGE 26 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
4 Move the cursor keys to the position of next waypoint and
press ENT.
5 Repeat step 4 to enter more waypoints.
6 Once the last waypoint has been entered, press MENU and
select End.
Editing a waypoint in a route from the chart window:
1 Move the cursor to the waypoint you want to move.
2 Press MENU and select Move.
3 Move cursor to a position where you want to move the
waypoint and press ENT .
Deleting the last waypoint from the route while
creating a route:
1 Move the cursor to the last waypoint.
2 Press MENU and select REMOVE.
Deleting a waypoint from the route while creating
a route
1 Move the cursor to the waypoint you want to remove.
2 Press MENU and Remove.
Tip: Even though you deleted a waypoint in the route, the
waypoint still remains in the waypoint list.
Inserting a waypoint whilst creating a route
1 If you want to insert an additional waypoint between
waypoints.
2 Press MENU and select Insert.
3 Move the cursor to where you want to insert the new
waypoint and press ENT.
Inserting a waypoint in front of starting waypoint
while creating a route
1 Move the cursor to the starting waypoint
2 Press MENU and select Insert.
3 Move the cursor to the new start location and press ENT.
3-9-2 Managing a route from the route window
Creating a route from the route window:
1 Go to the Route window, by pressing PAGE and select the
Route icon.
2 Press MENU select Create.
3 If you want to enter a route name, highlight name and
press ENT.
4 Press and press ENT.
5 Press or to highlight a waypoint.
6 Press ENT to insert a waypoint.
7 Repeat step 5 and 6 until you create a route.
8 Press ESC to exit.
Inserting a waypoint between two waypoints:
1 In the Route window, select a route you want to insert a
waypoint into and press ENT.
2 Highlight a leg where you want to insert a waypoint.
3 Press MENU and select insert.
4 Highlight a waypoint and press ENT.
5 Press ESC to exit.
Editing a route in the chart window:
1 In the route list, press MENU and select Edit on chart.
2 Follow the procedure of ‘Editing a waypoint in route while
creating a route’.
Deleting a waypoint in the waypoint list:
1 Highlight a waypoint you want to delete in the waypoint
list.
2 Press MENU and select Remove.
Deleting a route in the route window:
1 Highlight a route you want to delete.
2 Press MENU and select Delete.
Deleting all route in the route window:
1 Press MENU and select Delete All.
Displaying a route in the Chart window from the
route list:
1 Highlight a route you want
to display in the Chart window.
2 Press MENU and
select Display.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 27
3-10 Satellites
3-10-1 Satellite information
Acquiring GPS signals
When the unit is first turned on it will take some time for the
GPS signal to acquire. After signals are received, the unit will
automatically position the boat in the chart window.
Satellite information window:
The satellite window displays different information about the
GPS satellites and GPS position as below.
To go to the satellite window, press PAGE and select
Satellite icon.
The satellite window shows:
1
2
3
4
5
6
1 Ship’s coordinates.
2 Time received GPS satellites.
3 Date received GPS satellites.
4 HDOP: Horizontal Dilution of Precision. A parameter
indicating the accuracy of the GPS.
5 Location of GPS Satellites.
6 GPS signal strengths status in a graph.
Press ENT to display GPS signal information from GPS satellite
in NMEA0183 data format at the GPS signal strengths status
display.
To return to GPS signal strengths status display, press ENT
again.
3-11 Tides
The Tides window will show tidal information as well as the
moon phase for a specific date.
Displaying tidal information from the chart window:
1 In the Chart window, press MENU.
2 Select Find and Tide station.
3 Press or to move cursor and select a tide station.
4 Press , , or to the position of selected tide
station and press ENT.
5 Select Tide height station to display the information.
6 Press ESC to exit.
Displaying tide station information in the tides
window:
1 Press PAGE and select Tides window.
2 Select Tide height station to display the information.
3 Press ESC to exit.
Tip: The unit only displays the tide information nearest your
boat in the tides windows.
Choosing the date of the tide information:
1 In the Tides window, Press MENU and select one of the
following options.
- Set date: manually sets a date.
- Today: automatically sets the date to today.
- Next day: automatically sets the date to tomorrow.
- Prev day: automatically sets the date of yesterday.
2 Press ESC to return to the window. The tides window shows
data for the chosen date.
PAGE 28 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
The tides window shows data for the chosen date:
6
1
8
9
1 Current time and chosen date for display.
2 Data for the chosen date.
3 Tide height cursor, a horizontal dotted line. Press or
to move cursor up and down.
4 Time cursor, a vertical dotted line. Press or to move
cursor sideways.
5 Time at cursor and tide height at that time.
6 Tide station name and distance from boat.
7 Moon phase for moon at the current time on the
chosen date.
8 Tide chart.
9 Tide height.
7
2
4
3
5
3-12 AIS
AIS is an Automatic Identification System that identifies
information of other vessels. AIS provides a means for boats
to exchange and share boat data including identification,
position, course, etc. This information can be displayed on the
screen of your unit. AIS is intended to assist you to monitor
other boats movements to improve safety and
prevent collision.
AIS functions require an optional AIS unit to be installed.
Contact your nearest GME dealer for more details.
To activate AIS function:
1 Press and hold MENU and select System
Configuration icon.
2 Select Features then AIS.
3-12-1 Viewing AIS Vessels
When the unit is connected to an AIS unit which supports
NMEA0183 or NMEA2000, you can check other vessels
that are equipped with an AIS unit on the screen. To check
AIS information place the cursor on the AIS object the AIS
information will display at the bottom of the window.
1 AIS equipped vessel
2 Dangerous Vessel
3 Projected Course
4 AIS equipped vessel Data Box
5 Range Rings
2
3
1
5
4
3-12-2 AIS Wind ows
To display the AIS windows:
1 Press PAGE, and select AIS icon.
2 Press and hold PAGE to select one of the two tabs:
Vessels or Messages tab.
- Vessel: show you all the AIS equipped vessel around you.
(up to 200 vessels).
- Message: show you all the messages related to safety
from other AIS equipped vessels.
Sorting Vessels
1 Press MENU, select Sort by.
2 Select one of the options.
Displaying an AIS vessel on the chart:
To overlay AIS equipped vessel on the chart window:
1 Press or to select a vessel you want to display in
AIS window.
2 Press MENU and select Display.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 29
Displaying AIS equipped vessel Details
1 Press or to select a vessel you want to display full AIS
details.
2 Press ENT or press MENU and select More Info.
3 Press or to see more detail.
[AIS Vessel Information -1]
[AIS Vessel Information -2]
[AIS Vessel Safety message]
3-13 DSC
This feature requires connection to optional DSC VHF radio.
DSC window shows the distress and poll information received
from other vessel through DSC VHF radio.
To activate the DSC function:
1 Press and hold MENU, select system configuraton icon.
2 Select Features then DSC.
To go to the DSC windows
1 Press PAGE, select DSC icon.
2 Select one of two tabs: Distress or Poll.
3-13-1 Distress
During a distress situation, a vessel that is equipped with
a DSC VHF radio and connected to GPS has the capability
to transmit a DSC distress call with GPS position. When a
compatible VHF radio receives a distress call, the distress call
location is displayed on the screen and it is logged into the
DSC Distress window.
[AIS Vessel List]
PAGE 30 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
Displaying a distressed vessel in the chart window:
1 Highlight a received distress call you want to display.
2 Press MENU and select Display.
Going to the distress position:
1 Highlight a received distress call you want to navigate to.
2 Press MENU and select Goto.
Editing a distress waypoint:
1 Highlight a received distress call you want to edit.
2 Press MENU and select Edit Waypoint.
3 Change data field and select Save.
When the position of a vessel is received, the location is
displayed on the screen and it is logged into the Poll window
To display the Poll tab, press and hold PAGE.
Displaying a poll vessel in the chart window:
1 Highlight a poll you want to display.
2 Press MENU and select Display.
Going to the poll vessel position
1 Highlight a poll you want to go to.
2 Press MENU and select Goto.
Tip: Receiving a Distress call from another vessel, creates
a distress waypoint automatically. However, the waypoint
you edit in the option menu is a different waypoint from the
distress waypoint.
Deleting a Distress Call:
1 Highlight a received distress call you want to delete.
2 Press MENU and select Delete.
Deleting all Distress Calls:
1 Press MENU and select Delete all.
Tip: Even though you delete a DSC call, the DSC waypoints
still exist.
Distress Message
When the distress message is received, the distress message
will pop up as below.
Edit a distress waypoint:
1 Highlight a poll you want to edit.
2 Press MENU and select Edit Waypoint.
3 Change data field and select Save.
Tip: When receiving a poll from other vessel, it does not
create a waypoint as a distress call.
Deleting a poll:
1 Highlight the received distress call you want to delete.
2 Press MENU and select Delete.
Deleting all poll:
1 Press MENU and select Delete all.
Tip: Even though you delete a DSC call, the DSC waypoints
still exist.
3-13-2 Poll
Poll
A compatible radio with the unit can request the position of
another DSC VHF radio equipped vessels around its position.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 31
3-14 NAVTEX
NAVTEX is an international automated direct printing service
for delivery of navigational and meteorological warnings and
forecast, as well as urgent marine safety information.
NAVTEX functions require an optional NAVTEX receiver with
NMEA0183 output to be installed and connected to
the chartplotter.
To go to the NAVTEX
window, press PAGE and
select the NAVTEX icon.
Reloading NAVTEX messages:
NAVTEX messages need to be loaded from a NAVTEX receiver
manually. (Up to 50 messages)
1 Press MENU and select Reload all.
Deleting a message:
1 Move the cursor to the message you want to delete.
2 Press MENU and select Delete.
4 ADVANCED SETTINGS
The system menu mainly consists of settings which do not
require frequent adjustment.
To go to system menu, press and hold MENU then select the
icon you want.
1 System Configuration.
2 Chart.
3 Sonar.
4 GPS.
5 Track & log.
6 Memory.
7 AIS.
8 Alarms.
9 Others.
10 Alpha blending (set transparency of menu boxes’
background over main windows).
1
4
7
10
2
5
8
3
6
9
4-1 System Configuration Settings
To go to System configuration:
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Select the system configuration icon.
3-15 Engine Faults
The Engine Faults window shows you all the errors or
malfunctions relating to the engine in real time. If a problem is
solved then corresponding error or malfunction indication will
disappear.
PAGE 32 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
4-1-1 Language
Change the language for menus and data screens.
4-1-2 Beep volume
Select the volume level of beep.
4-1-3 Auto power
See section 3-1.
4-1-4 Features
When external devices are connected to the unit, the
corresponding options need to be set.
4-1-5 Factory reset
When this option is selected. All settings of the unit return to
default factory settings.
4-1-6 About
The About window shows:
1 Software version and release date.
2 C-Map version.
3 Wiring information.
4-2 Chart Settings
To go to the chart settings:
1 Press and hold MENU .
2 Select the Chart icon.
4-2-1 Rotation
Three types of display presentations are provided. The default
is heading up.
North up: North is at the top of the display.
Heading up: When course is set, the heading is to the top of
screen at all times.
Course up: When a course is set it this will be to the top
of the screen. This option is only available when you are
navigating to a waypoint or following a route.
4-2-2 Palette
Palettes are used to enhance the visibility of the display
depending on the surrounding light environments. Four types
of displays are provided; Normal, NOAA, Sunlight and Night.
4-2-3 General (C-MAP)
Plotter mode: This mode allows you to zoom in and out at
scales where cartographic data is not available (over zoom).
Mixing levels: When the map coverage of the current chart
scale does not fill the entire display, the GPS chartplotter draws
the rest of map using charts from above and below the current
scale. When this function is turned on you will notice the
display may redraw 2 to 3 times to show all the detail.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 33
AntiClutter: when this option is selected, less important
information (names and icons) are hidden when they overlap
on the chart.
Value added data: The Value Added Data (VAD) is a
collection of additional cartographic objects which are not
present on the original paper chart. These objects have
been obtained from other sources and then merged to the
electronic charts in order to provide more information useful
for navigation.
Lat/Lon Grid: Turns the latitude and longitude grid lines on
or off on the chart window.
Boundaries: Turns the chart boundaries on, off or auto mode
which shows the chart boundaries of the two charts below the
current scale.
Tex t/Icon Size: Changes the size of text and icon on
the chart.
Names: Displays area names in the chart.
Nav-aids & Light Sector: Turns the presentation of Light,
Signals, Buoys and Beacons On, Off, No Sector (Nav-Aids are
shown, Light Sectors are hidden) or Animated (The lights
will flash).
Nav-aids: The way to display fog, radar and radio station
signals. (International and US).
Attention areas: Areas on the chart where more attention
should be paid when navigating can be turned on or off.
Projected course: Displays the Projected course in a
given time.
CDI scale: Set CDI (Course Deviation Indicator) scale which is
a parallel line on either side a pottered course.
4-2-4 Land & Sea (C-MAP)
Water features: Turns the displaying of seabed nature and
tide stations icon on or off.
Object depths: Turns object depths on or off.
Spot soundings: Turns spot sounding on or off.
Sounding min: Set the minimum depth limit of depth
sounding, bathymetric lines and depth area.
Sounding max: Set the maximum depth limit of depth
sounding, bathymetric lines and depth area.
Tidal stream: Turns the display tidal streams on or off.
Land Features: Turns land features on or off.
Land elevation: Turns land elevations on or off.
Safe Navigation Area: Set the water depth for safe
navigation and display safe navigation area in color.
4-2-5 Map datum
This unit has a compatibility with most of major chart systems
and this option allows you to select a map datum. The default
datum is WGS84.
Map datum Selection:
1 Press and hold MENU and select chart icon.
2 Select general and Map datum.
3 Select a desired map datum.
4-2-6 NMEA datum offset
When you select other Map datums that are different from
WGS84, the latitude and longitude will be different from
WGS84’S coordinates and this might confuse other devices
such as a DSC VHF radio if connected to the unit. If this option
is applied, latitude and longitude sent via the NMEA output
will be the same as the coordinates in WGS84.
4-2-7 Map shift
Sometimes current position of your own ship does not match
that of the current location on the chart. To correct this position
error, you can apply a map shift.
Applying a map shift:
1 In the Chart setup menu, press and hold MENU and select
Chart icon.
2 Select Map shift and press ENT.
3 Move cursor to the actual position on the chart.
4 Press MENU and select Set and ENT to save.
5 Press ESC to lock in change.
Canceling a map shift:
If you want to clear the map shift:
1 In the Chart setup menu, select Map shift then ENT.
2 Press MENU and select Clear.
3 Press ESC to lock in change.
PAGE 34 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
4-3-3 Scroll speed
You can set the scroll speed which determines how quickly the
vertical scan lines run across the screen. Five speed options are
provided; Very Fast, Fast, Medium, Slow and Pause.
A faster option is recommended for slow boat speed to see
more detail and a slow speed is recommended for fast
boat speed.
4-3-4 Digit size
You can change the size of the depth digit on the Sonar
window. Three options are available Small, Medium or Large.
4-2-8 Restore default
Returns every chart setting to default.
4-3 Sonar Settings
Sonar feature requires a depth transducer to be connected.
G142CFD only.
To go to the Sonar settings:
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Select the Sonar icon.
4-3-1 Frequency
You can select a sonar frequency between 200 kHz, 50 kHz
or Mixed.
4-3-2 Palette
Palettes are used to enhance the visibility of the display
depending on the surrounding light environments. Four types of
displays are provided, black, blue, white and 8 colour.
4-3-5 Fish
Fish symbols: Turn the fish symbol on or off.
Fish depth labels: Turn the fish depth value on or off.
Fish filter: Select a minimum fish size that will be displayed
as a fish symbol. Small, Medium or Large.
Fish sensitivity: Select the minimum strength fish echo that
will be displayed as a fish symbol. Low, Medium or High.
4-3-6 Advance Settings
Interference filter: Interference from other equipment
operating nearby or on your boat may show itself on the
display. Use this option to remove interference.
Noise filter: If there is noise, the echo signal from the
transducer is not stable. This function will remove noise and
averages the echo signal. However, this option may also
remove fish echoes.
Surface clutter filter: This filter removes surface noise.
However, the function does not remove fish echoes.
Pulse length: You can select specific pulse length of the
transducer. A short pulse shows more detailed information but
cannot travel deep into the water because of less power. The
Auto setting is recommended.
Pulse power: You can select specific pulse power of the
transducer. Low power shows a clear display but cannot travel
deep into the water. The Auto setting is recommended.
4-3-7 Restore default
Returns every sonar settings to default.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 35
4-4 GPS Settings
To go to the GPS settings:
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Select the GPS icon.
4-5 Track & Log Settings
To go to the tracking and log settings:
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Select the track & log icon.
v
When the GPS device is connected properly, the GPS settings
provide the access to GPS functions and features connected
with the satellites information used for further navigation.
4-4-1 GPS Source
Select a source of GPS signals
Internal: Select this option when unit has an internal
GPS antenna.
NMEA0183 & NMEA2000: Select this option when using
an external GPS or DGPS antenna via NMEA.
4-4-2 DGPS Source
Select WAAS/EGNOS when you want to utilize DGPS.
4-4-3 Static Navigation
This option is very useful when the boat stops or moves very
slowly. This option allows you to set a minimum speed at which
movement is assumed. The value range is from 0.00 to 9.99.
4-4-4 Speed Filter and Course Filter
Occasional waves and wind at sea affect the boat speed and
course. In order to have stable boat speed and course, the unit
calculates these factors to give the value of stable speed and
course information.
4-4-5 Lat/Lon d.p’s
Select the number of last reading of Lat/Lon to be sent to other
marine electronics.
4-4-6 Ship speed
To have more precise boat speed and course, you can select
your boat speed. Mid is highly recommended option for the
most of common boat.
4-4-7 Magnetic Variation
This option compensates the difference between true north
and magnetic north.
PAGE 36 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
The unit has the capability to store 10 individual tracks and
record up to 15,000 track points. Before using the track
function you will need to setup the track function that suits
your boat.
4-5-1 Track
Record
Off: Stop the recording of a track.
1 to 10 (select a track number): Start a recording of the
boat’s course.
Display
Display no track on the chart.
Off:
1 to 5 (select a track number): Display a selected track on
the chart.
Record colour
Select the colour for recording the track.
Thickness
Select the thickness of recorded track.
Plotting Interval
Select the method of plotting interval between time
and distance.
Distance
Select the distance of plotting interval.
Time
Select the time of plotting interval.
Delete track
Delete a selected track record
4-5-2 Logs
Reset trip dist
Shows you the trip distance. If you select this option it resets
the trip distance.
Reset total dist
Shows you the total trip distance. If you select this option it
resets the total trip distance.
4-6 Memory Settings
To go to the memory settings:
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Select the Memory icon.
A user card is an optional SD card which you will need to
purchase additionally. Before you use a user card it must be
formatted.
Note: Formatting a user card erases all saved data.
4-6-1 Save
Select a data type you want to save in the user card then the
data will be saved in the user card automatically.
1 If you select waypoints for saving data, enter the file name
and press ENT.
2 If you select routes for saving data, enter the file name and
press ENT.
3 If you select tracks for saving data, enter the file name and
press ENT.
4-6-3 Delete
Select a data you want to delete then press ENT.
Also, you can sort the file by name. Press MENU and select
sort by name.
4-6-4 Format
Erase all data in the user card. Format the user card
before using it.
[Waypoints] [Tracks]
4-6-2 Load
Select a data you want to load into the load list then
press ENT.
4-6-5 Screen snapshot
To take the snapshot of current screen, press FUNC button
twice. To save the captured image, press MENU and select
Save or Save all to save the captured images on the
user card.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 37
4-7 AIS Settings
AIS feature requires an optional AIS receiver.
To go to the AIS settings:
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Select the AIS icon.
CPA Limit: Set the Closet Point of Approach limit.
Proximity alarm: Trigger an alarm when any AIS equipped
vessel is within a set proximity radius.
Proximity radius: Set a radius for proximity alarm.
4-7-3 Display options
Projected course: Set a time for projected course. The
project course shows the estimated course of vessel based on
the given time.
Range rings : Select a number of Range rings.
4-7-1 Display filter
There are a couple of methods to filter AIS vessel in this unit
as below.
Filter by Type: The type of vessel which is selected will not
be displayed on the chart.
Filter by distance: Vessels outside the radius of selected
distance from own ship is filtered.
Filter by speed: Vessels with speed below the set value are
filtered.
Show Dangerous Only: When this option is selected, it
shows dangerous vessel only.
4-7-2 Alarm option
Dangerous Vessel Alarm: When this option is selected
an alarm will activate. Even if this option is not selected,
dangerous vessels will still show on the chart.
TCPA Limit: Set the Time of Closet Point of Approach limit.
PAGE 38 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
4-7-4 Restore default
Returns every AIS setting to default.
4-8 Alarms
Press and hold MENU then Alarms:
4-8-7 Navigation alarms
Arrival radius: Triggers an alarm when your boat is
approaching the destination to a set value.
Anchor alarm: Trigger an alarm when your boat moves more
than a set value.
XTE: Triggers an alarm when your boat moves off the current
CDI scale.
Danger: Triggers an alarm when your boat is getting close to
a dangerous point.
4-8-8 AIS
See the Alarm option of 4-7 (AIS Settings).
A warning message with beep sound is displayed when an
alarm condition is met by user setting. Press ESC to clear the
alarm. However, the alarm will be displayed again when the
alarm condition reoccurs. The unit provides alarms for various
functions.
4-8-1 Fish
Triggers an alarm when echo from the transducer is matched
to a preprogrammed fish profile.
4-8-2 Deep
Triggers an alarm when the depth value received from the
transducer is deeper than a set value.
4-8-3 Shallow
Triggers an alarm when the depth value received from the
transducer is shallower than a set value.
4-8-4 Temperature
Triggers an alarm when the reported temperature from the
transducer is the same as a set value.
4-8-5 Temperature rate
Trigger an alarm when the rate of temperature change from
the transducer is same as a set value.
4-8-6 Low battery
Triggers an alarm when battery voltage is lower than a set
value.
4-8-9 DGPS
Triggers an alarm when DGPS signal is not received.
4-8-10 Restore default
Returns every alarm setting to default.
4-9 Others
Press and hold MENU then Others:
4-9-1 Simulate
Simulate : Turn the simulate mode on or off.
Mode : See 2-4 Simulate Mode.
Speed : The simulated boat speed to use.
Course : The simulated course over ground.
Route : The route to follow.
4-9-2 Waypoint
Select a way to display waypoints.
4-9-3 GPS
See 4-4 GPS Settings.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 39
4-9-4 Units
Select a unit of each measure.
Tip: Requires a optional VHF receiver with barometer
connected: InHg or mB.
4-9-5 Comms
Use this feature when the unit is connected to other marine
electronics through any compatible NMEA instrument.
NMEA0183/NMEA2000: This option to transmit NMEA
sentences to other marine electronics. NMEA0183 and
NMEA2000 interfaces are generally used with third party
marine electronics. Select a port (NMEA2000, NMEA0183-Port
1 or NMEA0183-Port 2), a communication speed and select a
desired output data.
4-9-6 Calibrate
Speed : Calibrate the boat speed. Travel at a constant known
speed and press or to calibrate the speed.
Speed filter: Set this option when removing effects from
waves and wind which affect the speed of boat by averaging.
Temperature: Calibrate the water temperature. Measure the
water temperature with a thermometer then press
calibrate the temperature.
Temperature filter: Set this option when removing effects
from water turbulence and currents which cause the water
temperature to fluctuate slightly.
Keel offset: A depth measured by a transducer is depending
on where the transducer is installed. You can adjust the depth
of water in consideration of depth of transducer installed in
the water.
Speed range: Set a maximum speed of boat so it can be read
in the unit.
or to
4-9-9 Calendar
Provides a calendar function.
5 INSTALLATION
Correct installation is important to the performance of the unit.
It is vital to read the entire installation section of this manual
and the documentation that comes with the antenna and any
other units before starting installation. For further information,
please contact GME.
5-1 Options and Accessories
Optional sensors and instruments:
• External alarms
• GPS or DGPS antenna
• Sonar transducer
• Fuel sensors
• DSC VHF radio
• NMEA 2000: The chartplotter can display engine data.
• Other instruments: The chart plotter can receive data from
other instruments and send data to other instruments by
NMEA.
Connections
4-9-7 Time
Local offset : The time information supplied by the GPS
satellites is in UTC (Universal Time Coordinates). To read the
correct time, change the time of GPS chart plotter for daylight
saving time start and end.
Time format : Select the format of time.
Date format : Select the format of date.
4-9-8 Restore default
Returns every other setting to default.
PAGE 40 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
[Power & Data(ALARM, Auto power)]
NO. ColorFunction
1BlackGround: - power in, NMEA ground.
2BrownIgnition_On
3WhiteNMEA 1 Out
4BlueNMEA 1 In
5Red+ power in, 12 to 34 V DC
6OrangeNMEA 2 Out
7YellowNMEA 2 In
8GreenExternal alarm
5-3 Power/data cable
Basic power
• Wire the display unit for basic power as picture below.
Auto power
• Wire the display unit for auto power as picture below.
• During setup, set up Auto power off.
5-4 Alarm
• Wire the chartplotter for any external alarm beepers or
lights as below picture.
• The output from the unit to the external alarm is maximum
30 V DC 200 mA. It is needed to fit a suitable relay.
[Sonar]
Pin NO.Detail
1SONAR +
2SPEED / TEMP. GND
3SPEED / + SUPPLY
4TEMP.
5SONAR -
6SONAR GND
5-2 Connections
The GPS chart plotter has connectors that are used to connect
to the power supply, GPS antenna and to NMEA devices such
as VHF’s AIS receivers, digital instruments and autopilots.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 41
5-5 GPS antenna
Selecting an antenna:
Fit one of these GPS antennas:
5-5-1 Internal antenna
The chartplotter is supplied with an internal GPS antenna, you
can use it without the input of an external signal.
5-5-2 External antenna - optional extra
Reception of internal GPS antenna is affected by the location of
the display unit. If GPS signal is weak, or to receive enhanced
GPS signal, you can connect an external GPS antenna to the
unit. The connector is BNC type.
Installing an external antenna
If an external antenna is required, install the antenna and
fit the antenna cable back to the display unit. Follow the
instructions in the manual supplied with the antenna. Fit an
optional extension cable if required.
During setup, configure the data for the chosen antenna.
5-5-3 The antenna using NMEA
The chartplotter can receive the GPS data from the compatible
device (NMEA). The chartplotter can connect several devices to
an external GPS.
• An optional differential beacon DGPS antenna to give
enhanced accuracy within range of land based differential
beacons in areas where WAAS or EGNOS are not available.
Such a DGPS antenna has both a GPS receiver and a beacon
receiver, and it automatically applies the beacon correction
to the GPS position.
To set the DGPS options (None or WAAS/EGNOS):
Connect the GPS directly to the input. Set the option. The new
setting will be displayed if it was successfully applied.
Note: The chart plotter can apply the WAAS and EGNOS
DGPS corrections to any GPS antenna.
5-6 NMEA 0183
The GPS chartplotter can be connected to external devices with
NMEA0183 and display information such as:
• DSC VHF Radio
• GPS antenna (NMEA 0183)
• Navtex
• AIS receiver
PAGE 42 INSTRUCTION MANUAL G-COMBO
DSC VHF radio
Fit and set up the optional DSC VHF radio as pictures above.
NMEA 0183(1) IN and NMEA 0183(2) IN.
Other NMEA instruments
NMEA is an industry standard for interconnecting instruments.
The chartplotter can be connected to other NMEA instruments.
Set up the optional NMEA instruments as pictures above.
• The chartplotter can receive and display depth, paddlewheel
boat speed and water temperature from an optional
compatible instrument.
• The chartplotter can receive data from an optional
compatible GPS or GPS/DGPS source.
• The chartplotter can send GPS position and other navigation
data to an autopilot or other instrument. An autopilot
requires APB, APA and VTG sentences.
For information on sending NMEA data to the instrument,
contact GME.
During setup to send NMEA data to other instruments, set
NMEA out and specify the NMEA data to send.
If you use Y-Cable, the chartplotter can display water
temperature and water speed from the compatible devices and
receive and display the depth from the transducer.
To connect these instruments, please connect the cable to the
unit as the picture below.
5-7 NMEA 2000
NMEA 2000 interface standard was introduced for
communications network to interconnect marine electronic
equipment such as navigation chartplotters, engines, tank level
sensors and others on vessels. The standard is regulated by The
National Marine Electronics Association in the USA.
The chartplotter can be connected to external devices with
NMEA2000 and display information such as following.
• Engines have fuel flow sensors, therefore fuel sensors are
not required.
• The chartplotter can receive and display wind speed and
direction from an optional compatible wind instrument.
• The chartplotter can receive and display depth from an
optional depth instruments.
• The chartplotter can receive and display boat speed and
water temperature from a paddlewheel sensor on a optional
speed instrument.
If connected to a display unit, use a cable compatible with the
NMEA 2000 standard.
5-8 Sonar Transducers
The transducer is a sensor that transmits and receives sound
waves into the water.
• Fit the sonar transducer supplied, following the instructions
in the Transducer Installation Manual supplied with
the chartplotter.
• In case of installation of 50/200 kHz transducer, water
speed sensor and water temperature sensor, an optional
through hull dual frequency sonar transducer and through
hull speed/temperature transducer provide a more enhanced
performance. Contact GME for more information.
• Connect the transducer to the chartplotter.
• At the system configuration window, set Sonar and set up
the sonar options.
G-COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAGE 43
5-9 Setup and test
1 Put a blanking cap on any unused connector on the back of
the display unit. Ensure all connectors are plugged in and
the display unit is in place.
2 If the display unit is bracket mounted, adjust tilt and
rotation for best viewing and hand tighten the knob.
3 Insert any required C-MAP chart card.
4 Enter setup data to set up the chartplotter to your
requirements and to set up any optional sensors
or instruments.
5 At the satellite display, check that it picks up GPS satellites.
Wait for the GPS receiver to start up and the GPS satellite to
change to ‘Used in fix’.
STANDARD COMMUNICATIONS CONTRACT WARRANTY
1. Statutory Warranties
1.1 The Trade Practices Act Part V, Division 2A and other legislation
imply conditions, warranties and other obligations on us to
consumers that cannot be excluded, restricted or modified. Those
provisions apply to the extent required by law.
1.2 We exclude all other conditions, warranties and obligations which
would otherwise be implied concerning the activities covered by
this agreement.
1.3 We limit our liability where we are allowed to do so.
Examples of where we are allowed to limit liability are -
(b) the goods or services we supply are not of a
1.4 Where we are allowed to limit our liability, to the extent permitted
(i) the replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent
(ii) the repair of the goods;
(iii) the payment of the cost of repairing the goods or of
(iv) the payment of the cost of having the goods
(b) in the case of services we supply, to any one of the following
(i) the supplying of the services again;
2. Additional Warranties
2.1 The warranties in this clause are in addition to the statutory
2.2 We warrant our goods to be free from defects in materials and
(a) you acquire goods from us for re-supply;
kind ordinarily acquired for personal, domestic or
household use or consumption.
by law, our sole liability for breach of a condition, warranty or
other obligation implied by law is limited -
(a) in the case of goods we supply, to any one of the following as
we decide -
goods;
acquiring equivalent goods;
repaired; or
as we decide -
(ii) the payment of the cost of having the services
supplied again.
warranties referred to in the previous clause.
workmanship for two years from the date of original sale (or
another period we agree to in writing). During this period and
as our sole liability to you under this warranty, we agree to, at
our option, either repair or replace goods which we are satisfied
are defective. We warrant replacement parts for the remainder
of the period of warranty for the goods into which they are
incorporated.
2.3 We warrant our other repairs to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for three months from the date of the original
repair. During this period and as our sole liability to you for the
repair, we agree to repair or replace (at our option) repaired
goods which we are satisfied are defective.
2.4 We warrant that we will perform services with reasonable care
and skill and agree to investigate any complaint made in good
faith that we have performed services unsatisfactorily. If we are
satisfied that the complaint is justified, and as our sole liability to
you under this warranty, we agree to supply those services again
at no extra charge to you.
2.5 If you want warranty service under this clause you must give us an
original or copy of the sales invoice from the transaction or some
other evidence showing details of
the transaction.
3. Other Limitations
3.1 You may not rely on any representation, warranty or other
provision by or for us which is not covered by clause [ 1 ] or
repeated in this agreement in clear terms.
3.2 We are not liable (nor are our employees, contractors and agents)
for any damage, economic loss or loss of profits whether direct,
indirect, general, special or consequential -
(a) arising out of any breach of any implied or express term,
condition or warranty; or
(b) suffered as a result of our negligence (or that of our
employees, contractors or agents) apart from liability as set
out in the previous two clauses.
3.3 The liability of a party under this agreement (whether arising
in contract, tort or by statute) is to be reduced by the same
proportion as represents the proportion of the loss or damage
caused or contributed to by the other party, its contractors or
agents.
GME After Sales Service
Your GME G•Combo/G•Plot is especially designed for the environment
encountered in marine applications. The use of all solid state circuitry,
careful design and rigorous testing, result in high reliability. Should
failure occur however, GME maintain a fully equipped service facility
and spare parts stock to meet the customer’s requirements long after
expiry of the warranty period.
Drawing N umber: 45240 -2 Part Number: 310501
Flush Mount Template
G•Plot G142C, G•Fish G142FD & G•Combo G142CFD
(IMPORTANT : Position template this side up before making holes)
FRONT VIEW
TOP
119 mm
12 mm drill
12 mm drill
12 mm drill
12 mm drill
BOTTOM
136 mm
To keep this original template accurate,
ensure that you print at 100% size and check measurements after printing.
Part Number: 310513 Drawing Number: 45327-1
Loading...
+ hidden pages
You need points to download manuals.
1 point = 1 manual.
You can buy points or you can get point for every manual you upload.