Magellan GPS BLAZER 12, BLAZER 12 User Manual

GPS lazer12

User Manual

WARNINGS

A measure of knowledge by the user is required for proper and safe use of the Magellan GPS Blazer12™. READ THE USER GUIDE & WARRANTY COMPLETELY.

This product is an excellent navigation aid, but it does not replace the need for careful orientation and good judgment. Never rely solely on one device for navigating.

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Use Good Judgment

Use Care to Avoid Inaccuracies

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction....................................................1

Welcome to the Magellan GPS Blazer12..............................1

GPS Blazer12 Description .................................................. 1

Magellan GPS Blazer12 ....................................................... 2

Getting Started ................................................3

Installing the Batteries ......................................................... 3

Getting Signals from Satellites ............................................. 3

Initializing the Receiver - EZStart........................................ 4

Computing a Position.......................................................... 5

Basic Operation............................................... 7

Saving a Position Fix ............................................................ 7

Creating a Landmark ........................................................... 8

Viewing the POSITION Screen ........................................... 9

Viewing the NAVIGATION Screens .................................. 10

Creating a GOTO Route ................................................... 13

Summary ........................................................................... 14

Working with Landmarks.............................. 15

Viewing a Landmark.......................................................... 15

Editing a Landmark ........................................................... 16

Deleting a Landmark ......................................................... 16

Working with Routes.....................................17

Creating a Route................................................................ 17

Viewing a Route ................................................................ 19

Activating/Deactivating a Route ........................................ 20

Deleting a Route................................................................ 21

Adding Legs to a Route...................................................... 21

Activating a Leg in a Route................................................ 22

Editing a Leg in a Route .................................................... 23

Deleting a Leg From a Route............................................. 24

Reversing a Route .............................................................. 24

Additional Features .......................................25

Viewing the Time and Date ............................................... 25

Viewing Elevation.............................................................. 25

Viewing Battery Life .......................................................... 25

Changing Coordinate Systems ........................................... 26

Changing Map Datums ..................................................... 27

Changing Distance Units................................................... 28

Changing Time Display and Time ..................................... 28

Changing North Reference ................................................ 29

Initializing the Receiver (EZSTART) ................................. 29

Activating the Demo Mode................................................ 30

Setting Display Contrast.................................................... 31

Using the Trip Odometer ................................................... 31

Troubleshooting ............................................32

Accessories.....................................................37

Glossary......................................................... 40

Index .............................................................43

Introduction

Welcome to the Magellan GPS Blazer12

Congratulations on your purchase of the Magellan GPS Blazer12 satellite navigator. The GPS Blazer12 is an easy-touse GPS receiver designed to get you out in the “Great Outdoors” rather than spending hours reading a User’s Manual. There are, however, a few items that you need to be familiar with so it is suggested that you follow along at least through the chapter on Basic Operation.

Before you begin, make sure that your package includes the items listed on the GPS Blazer12 box. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your Magellan dealer or retailer.

GPS Blazer12 Description

The GPS Blazer12 is a self-contained hand-held GPS receiver designed for general purpose position locating and navigation. It has a built-in antenna located at the top of the receiver, a backlit display, and keypad. Using two AA batteries, inserted from the battery door found at the back of the receiver, the GPS Blazer12 will operate for up to 20 hours.

Magellan GPS Blazer12

The ENTER key confirms data entries or menu selections.

The NAV key accesses the Position and Navigation screens.

The MARK key is used to create landmarks and store the current position.

NAV

MARK

ENTER

GOTO

PWR

GPS Antenna

The GOTO key is used to create a direct route to any landmark stored in memory.

The MENU key is used to access the route, landmark and setup functions.

The PWR key turns the receiver on and off.

The LIGHT key turns the light on and off.

The ARROW pad is used to enter landmark names, and scroll through the series of screens and menu selections.

Getting Started

Installing the Batteries

The GPS Blazer12 uses two AA alkaline batteries that are installed at the back of the receiver. To remove the battery cover, turn the ring of the battery door screw counterclockwise until the battery cover can be removed.

Insert the new batteries as shown, being sure to respect the polarities, and replace the battery cover.

Replace the screw and turn the ring clockwise until the battery door is held in place securely. You should avoid overtightening the battery door screw.

Getting Signals from Satellites

Since the GPS Blazer12 receives information from satellites orbiting the earth, the antenna needs to have a relatively unobstructed view of the sky. Large obstructions such as buildings, cliffs, and overhangs may interfere with signal reception causing your GPS Blazer12 to take additional time to compute your location.

The GPS Blazer12 is designed to fit comfortably in your hand. Hold the receiver with the antenna towards the sky.

Initializing the Receiver - EZStart

Before using your GPS Blazer12 for the first time, the receiver needs to know its approximate location. Using Magellan’s EZStart procedure, the GPS Blazer12 will prompt you for the information it requires when you turn it on for the first time.

You do not need to initialize your receiver each time you use it. Follow these steps to initialize the GPS Blazer12 if this is

the first time you are using it.

1 Press

to turn the GPS Blazer12 on.

PWR

2 SELECT REGION. Use the ARROW pad to change the

flashing text to select the appropriate region for your

ENTER

present location. Press

3 SELECT COUNTRY or STATE. Use the ARROW pad

to change the flashing text to select the country or state for your present location.

ENTER

Press

4 ENTER ELEVATION. Use the ARROW pad to enter

the approximate elevation for your position. If unknown, leave the elevation at 0. Press

ENTER

5 ENTER TIME. Use the ARROW pad to enter your

ENTER

present time. Press

6 ENTER DATE. Use the ARROW pad to enter the date.

ENTER

Press

The GPS Blazer12 then displays the POSITION screen and automatically begins searching for satellites that it knows are in this area for the date and time you entered.

The display shown here may differ from yours depending upon the information you selected in steps 2 and 3. As the GPS Blazer12 scans the sky, the arrow in the circle will swing around pointing to a satellite and displays, in the center of the circle, that satellite’s elevation above the horizon.

Computing a Position

The GPS Blazer12 will begin to acquire information from the satellites and use this information to compute your current position (called a position fix). Whether you have just

completed the initialization process or have just turned your GPS Blazer12 on, the GPS Blazer12 will display the following screens in the order shown.

As the GPS Blazer12 searches for satellites, some of the small circles around the large circle will become black indicating that the GPS Blazer12 is tracking that satellite and receiving information. The number at the bottom right of the screen displays how many satellites are being tracked.

After the GPS receiver has received positioning data from at least three satellites (approximately 2-3 minutes), it will begin computing a position fix based upon the information it is receiving. As soon as a position fix is computed, the receiver switches to the navigation screen displaying the moving compass. The word “TRACKING” is displayed in the lower right corner indicating that the receiver is computing position fixes.

Note: If the receiver has not acquired a position fix in

approximately 10 minutes, refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual.

More information on these screens and the information they display can be found in the next chapter.

Basic Operation

Saving a Position Fix

Position fixes can be saved in memory for use later when you want to return to that position. Saved position fixes are referred to as

landmarks or LMK.

To save (mark) your current position press

MARK

Receiver-Generated Name: The GPS Blazer12 prompts you to enter a name or accept the receiver-generated name for this landmark. To accept the receiver-generated name (LM01 - LM99), press

To quickly save a position fix, press

ENTER

MARK MARK

User-Created Name: To create a name (up to four characters), use the UP/DOWN arrows to change the character and the LEFT/RIGHT arrows to move the cursor to the left or right respectively. After you have input the desired landmark name press

Press

ENTER

Shortcut: Press

ENTER

to accept the current latitude and press

again to accept the current longitude.

at anytime while viewing this screen

MARK

to quickly save the position.

Creating a Landmark

To create a landmark at a location which is not your current position, use the same procedure as saving a position with the additional step of inputting different latitude/longitude coordinates.

To create a landmark press

MARK

The GPS Blazer12 prompts you to enter a name or accept the receivergenerated name for this landmark. When the desired name is displayed at the top of the screen press

ENTER

Use the ARROW pad to change the latitude and press

ENTER

to accept.

Use the ARROW pad to change the longitude and press

ENTER

to accept.

The newly created landmark is stored in memory and you are returned to the screen that was displayed when you pressed the MARK key.

Shortcut: Press

at anytime while viewing this screen

MARK

to quickly save the position.

Viewing the

POSITION

Screen

The POSITION screen displays the coordinates for your last computed position and information about any satellites that are visible. It can be accessed by pressing the

Latitude and Longitude

NAV

North Indicator

key.

Satellite Elevation

Degrees above the horizon of the satellite indicated by the satellite pointer.

Satellite Icons

Visible but not tracked. Satellite is being tracked.

Tracking Indicator

Appears when the receiver has acquired enough information from the satellites to compute a position fix.

Satellite Pointer

Number of satellites being used.

You may sometimes notice that the number of satellites being tracked differs from the number of satellites being displayed graphically. This is due to more than one satellite being tracked in the same general area.

Viewing the

Navigation Screens

Without an Active Route. Without an active route the navigation screen displays your heading and the speed at which you are traveling. The lower portion of the screen displays a moving compass. The triangle at the top of the compass points in the direction you are traveling and the arrow points to north.

Navigation Screen without an Active Route

(Moving Compass)

Current

Current Heading

North Indicator

Speed

Direction of Travel

Tracking Indicator

Appears when enough satellites have provided information to compute position fixes.

The navigation screens display your speed of travel. In order for the North Indicator to be valid and the speed to be displayed, you must be moving at a speed greater than 2 miles

per hour.

With an Active Route. When you have an active route the navigation screen still displays your heading and speed but also includes the bearing and distance to your destination. The moving compass is then replaced with steering information. You can use the graphical representation or the steering indicator to assist in directing you towards your final destination.

Navigation Screen with an Active Route

(Steering)

Destination Landmark

Bearing to Destination

Current Heading

Destination Icon

Destination Pointer

Distance to Destination

Current Speed

North Indicator

Steering Indicator

Indicates the number of degrees to turn, right or left, to destination landmark.

Tracking Indicator

Appears when enough satellites have provided information to compute position fixes.

In the screen above you are traveling with a heading of 56° while your destination bearing is 34°. This would indicate that you need to turn left 22° to be on a straight line to your destination. The circle and arrow display the same information but in a visual manner. The triangle points in the direction you are traveling and the arrow points towards your destination.

A second navigational screen is also provided while you have an active route. This screen is very similar to the first screen except that the distance to the destination has been replaced with XTE (cross track error, the distance left or right that you are off course) and heading has been replaced with TTG (time to go). This screen provides you additional information to aid you in navigating to your destination.

Second Navigation Screen with an Active Route

(Steering)

Cross Track Error

Destination Landmark

Bearing to Destination

Time to Go

Time remaining to arrive at the destination at your present speed and heading

Destination Icon

Destination Pointer

Distance left or right of the desired

Courseline.

Current Speed

North Indicator

Steering Indicator

Indicates the number of degrees to turn, right or left, to destination landmark.

Tracking Indicator

Appears when enough satellites have provided information to compute position fixes.

The navigation screens and the position screen are connected to one another in a circular loop. Pressing the

NAV

using the ARROW pad while viewing one of the position or navigation screens moves you to the next screen in the loop.

key or

Creating a GOTO Route

The simplest form of a route is a one-leg route called a GOTO route (you are GOing TO a destination). This is routing you from your current position to a landmark stored in memory All that is required to create a GOTO route is that you have saved a landmark indicating the location of your destination.

To create (activate) a GOTO Route:

From any screen, press

GOTO

. The

GOTO screen appears. To select a different landmark, use the

LEFT/RIGHT ARROWS until the desired destination landmark is displayed.

ENTER

Press

GOTO

. The display

returns to the Navigation screen showing the name of the GOTO destination at the top of the screen.

If the receiver is not tracking sufficient satellites to compute a position fix, the start of the newly created GOTO route will be the last position computed, which may not be the current position.

This GOTO route will remain the active route until a new GOTO route is created, a multileg route is activated, or the receiver is turned off. Turning off the receiver deactivates

any GOTO route.

Summary

This completes the basic operation of the GPS Blazer12. At this time it would be a good idea to put what you know to practice. Pick a location that you would want to come back to, your home for example. Take a position fix of the location and save it to memory, giving it a name that you will later associate with this location. Then travel a few miles away with your receiver, stop and take another position fix. Now use the GOTO key to set a GOTO route and highlight the landmark you created before and press ENTER.

Your GPS Blazer12 is ready to navigate you back to where you started. The navigation screens are now showing you the distance and bearing back to the original landmark. As you begin moving, the GPS Blazer12 will begin using your speed and direction to compute the shortest distance back to your original starting point as well as how long it will take you to get there.

The following chapters provide you with more information on using your GPS Blazer12 that build upon what you’ve learned.

Working with Landmarks

Viewing a Landmark

To view a stored landmark press

until LMKS appears at the top of the screen.

ENTER

Press

. The BEARING/DIS- TANCE screen for the first landmark in the receiver’s memory is displayed with the bearing and distance from the last computed position fix to that landmark. To select a different landmark, use the LEFT/RIGHT arrows until the name of the landmark you wish to view is at the top of the screen.

To view the POSITION screen of the selected landmark, press the UP ARROW.

Editing a Landmark

Following the instructions under Viewing a Landmark , use the LEFT/RIGHT arrows to select the landmark you wish to edit.

Press the UP ARROW until the screen displays PRESS ENT

ENTER

TO EDIT, then press

You can modify the landmark name and/or the coordinates for the landmark by using the UP/DOWN arrows to change the information and press

ENTER

to move to the next line. If the landmark you are editing is used in a route, the route will be modified to reflect the changes you made to the landmark.

Deleting a Landmark

Following the instructions under Viewing a Landmark , use the LEFT/RIGHT arrows to select the landmark you wish to delete.

Press the UP ARROW until the screen displays PRESS ENT TO DELETE, then press ARROWs to confirm (YES or NO) and press

ENTER

. Use the LEFT/RIGHT

ENTER

If the landmark is used in a route or is the destination landmark in a GOTO route, the GPS Blazer12 alerts you that the landmark cannot be deleted. Remove the landmark from the route and repeat.

Working with Routes

The route function allows you to link a series of landmarks and travel, point by point, to a final destination.

Leg 1

Leg 2

The route depicted here is a three-leg route. Leg 1 extends from landmark A to landmark B, leg 2 from landmark B to landmark C, and leg 3 from C to D. The GPS Blazer12 gives you information on the NAV screens that directs you to the destination of each leg sequentially.

Creating a Route

A route can contain up to 10 legs using any of the landmarks stored in memory. If there is a route already in memory you must delete the existing route before you can create a new one.

Leg 3

Access the Route Menu by pressing

until ROUTE

appears at the top of the screen. The display should say “PRESS ENT TO CREATE.”

NOTE: If the display says PRESS ENT TO VIEW there is an existing route and you must delete the existing route before creating a new one. (See Deleting a Route for details.)

ENTER

Press

The receiver prompts you for a starting landmark for the route. The first landmark, *POS, is your present position. Use the ARROW pad to scroll through the list of landmarks. When the desired landmark is displayed (and flashing) press

ENTER

The display changes to allow the selection of the landmark to be used as the end of the first leg in the route. Use the ARROW pad to scroll through the list of landmarks. When the desired landmark is displayed (and flashing) press

ENTER

. Note that as you scroll through the list of landmarks, the display updates showing you the bearing and distance from the start of this leg to the displayed landmark.

If the distance from the start of the leg to the end of the leg is below 0.10 miles, the message INVALID is displayed and you are prompted to select a different landmark.

The screen changes to the next leg in the route with the destination landmark of the previous leg inserted as the start of the next leg. The message END ROUTE is displayed in the TO field. You may continue this route by using the ARROW

pad to select a landmark as the destination for this leg or press

ENTER

to signal the GPS Blazer12 that this was the last leg in

the route and you are finished creating a route. Continue this process for each leg in the route remembering

ENTER

to press

with END ROUTE displayed in the TO field to finish up the route. If you accidently pressed the ARROW pad but you meant to end the route, you can still end the route by continuing to press the ARROW pad until END ROUTE is displayed again.

A route may contain no more than ten legs and the GPS Blazer12 automatically saves the route and returns to the Route Menu as soon as Leg 10 is entered.

After the route has been created, the GPS Blazer12 automatically activates the route and begins providing navigation information for the route.

Viewing a Route

You can view a summary of the route in memory as well as viewing the individual legs of the route. All editing commands are accessed from the View Route function as well.

With a route in memory, press at the top of the display. Press

until ROUTE appears

ENTER

The first screen displayed is the ROUTE SUMMARY screen. This screen displays

the start and end landmark for the entire route as well as the total distance of the route.

Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROWs to view the legs in the route. The leg screen displays the FROM and TO landmark for the leg as well as the distance and bearing for the leg. The circle graphically displays the bearing for the leg. Continue pressing the LEFT/RIGHT ARROWs to step through the other legs in the route, eventually returning to the ROUTE SUMMARY screen.

Activating/Deactivating a Route

With a route in memory, press at the top of the display. Press

until ROUTE appears

ENTER

. Press the UP ARROW. If the route is currently active, the display indicates: ENT TO DEACTVATE. If the route is currently deactivated, the display indicates: ENT TO ACTIVATE. Pressing will activate or deactivate the route depending upon its present status. After a route is deactivated, the route summary is displayed. If a route is activated, the NAV screen is displayed.

ENTER

Deleting a Route

With a route in memory, press at the top of the display. Press

until ROUTE appears

ENTER

. While still viewing the Route Summary screen, press the UP ARROW three times until the display indicates PRESS ENT TO DELETE. Press

ENTER

. You will be prompted to confirm the deletion. Use

ENTER

the ARROWs to select YES or NO and press

Adding Legs to a Route

With a route in memory, press at the top of the display. Press

until ROUTE appears

ENTER

. While still viewing the Route Summary screen, press the UP ARROW until the display indicates PRESS ENT TO ADDLEG. Press

ENTER

. The display changes to the Add Leg screen with END ROUTE flashing. As in creating a route, use the ARROW pad to select the new landmark for this leg. With the new

ENTER

TO landmark flashing, press

. The newly created leg is added to the route. The process of adding a leg continues until you select END ROUTE or the route is full.

Activating a Leg in a Route

As you are navigating you may decide that you no longer wish to continue on the leg that you are now using. Instead you wish to use another leg of the route. You will need to activate the leg of the route with the desired destination (TO landmark).

Press Press

until ROUTE appears at the top of the display.

ENTER

. Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROWs until the leg you wish to activate is displayed. Press the UP ARROW. If the leg is not active, the display indicates ENT TO ACTIVATE. Press

ENTER

. The leg has become activated, the NAV screen is displayed, and the receiver begins to compute the necessary information to continue you on the route using the leg you selected.

If the display indicates ENT TO DEACTVATE, it means that the receiver is using this leg to compute the navigational information. Pressing ENTER at this screen not only deactivates the leg and returns to the leg summary screen, but deactivates the route as well.

Editing a Leg in a Route

Press Press

until ROUTE appears at the top of the display.

ENTER

. Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROWs until the leg you wish to edit is displayed. Press the UP ARROW until PRESS ENT TO EDIT is displayed and press

ENTER

The Edit Leg screen is displayed with the FROM landmark flashing. Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROWs to select a new

ENTER

FROM landmark and press

The TO landmark begins flashing alerting you that the GPS Blazer12 is ready for you to select a new TO landmark. Press

ENTER

to accept the TO landmark as it is or use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROWs to select a new TO landmark and press

ENTER

. The leg before and after the one you just edited will be

automatically changed to reflect the changes that were made to this leg.

Deleting a Leg From a Route

Press Press

until ROUTE appears at the top of the display.

ENTER

. Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROWs to find the leg of the route that you want to delete. Press the UP ARROW until PRESS ENT TO DELETE is displayed and

ENTER

press

. The GPS Blazer12 prompts you to confirm the deletion of the

leg. Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROW to select (flashing) YES to delete or NO to cancel.

If you attempt to delete a leg that causes the route to contain a leg that is under the 0.1 mile leg distance limitation, the receiver will display the message INVALID DELETE.

Reversing a Route

Press Press ENT TO REVERSE is displayed and press

until ROUTE appears at the top of the display.

ENTER

. Press the DOWN ARROW until PRESS

ENTER

The GPS Blazer12 prompts you to confirm the action. Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROW to select (flashing) YES to

ENTER

reverse or NO to cancel and press

Additional Features

Viewing the Time and Date

You can view the current time and date (obtained from the

satellites) by repeatedly pressing the is displayed at the top of the screen.

Viewing Elevation

You can view the last computed elevation for your GPS Blazer12 by repeatedly pressing the ELEVATION is displayed at the top of the screen.

Viewing Battery Life

You can view the estimated battery life remaining by

repeatedly pressing the

key until POWER is

displayed at the top of the screen.

key until TIME

key until

Full Battery

Life

40-60%

Battery Life

Low

Batteries

Changing Coordinate Systems

You may wish to change the coordinate system that your GPS Blazer12 uses to display the position and landmarks coordinates.

You have the following options: LAT/LON using degree/ minutes (DEGMIN), LAT/LON using degree/minutes/ seconds (DEGMINSEC),Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM), OSGB, Irish, Swiss, Swedish, Finnish, French, or German. The choice you make will depend upon the maps or charts you may be using. You want your GPS Blazer12 to be displaying the coordinates in the same mode that your map or chart uses.

The following example shows the same position in three different modes.

LAT/LON

(DEGMIN)

Press the

key until SETUP is displayed at the top of

the screen and press

LAT/LON

(DEGMINSEC)

ENTER

. Press

ENTER

UTM

again and the currently used coordinate system begins to flash. Use the RIGHT/LEFT ARROWs to scroll through the list of coordinate systems and press

ENTER

when the desired system is displayed. Some coordinate systems require additional zone or format information. Use the arrow pad and

ENTER

select the proper zone or format.

Changing Map Datums

If you are using a map (or chart) in conjunction with your GPS Blazer12 you need to insure that the datum used by the GPS Blazer12 matches the one used in creating the map. The map datum can usually be found in the legend box of the map or chart. The GPS Blazer12 offers the choices of WGS84 (default), NAD27, AUST 84, EUROPE 50, GRB 36, IRELAND, KKJ, RT90, S AMERICA 69, SWISS, FRENCH, GERMAN, and TOKYO.

Press the the screen and press SETUP MAP DATUM is displayed. Press

key until SETUP is displayed at the top of

ENTER

. Use the RIGHT ARROW until

ENTER

again, the currently used map datum begins to flash. Use the RIGHT/ LEFT ARROWs to scroll through the list of map datums and

ENTER

press

when the desired datum is displayed.

Some coordinate systems can be used only with a specific datum (i.e., OSGB coordinate system can be used only with the GRB 36 datum). Your GPS Blazer12 automatically selects the proper datum when you select that coordinate system and will not allow you to change the datum until you select a different coordinate system.

Changing Distance Units

Your distance units can be in miles and miles per hour (MIMPH), nautical miles and knots (NM-KTS), or kilometers and kilometers per hour (KM-KPH). To change the units,

press and press UNITS is displayed. Press

until SETUP is displayed at the top of the screen

ENTER

. Use the RIGHT ARROW until SETUP

ENTER

again and, the distance unit of measure begins to flash. Use the RIGHT/LEFT ARROWs to scroll through the list of units and press when the desired unit of measure is displayed.

Changing Time Display and Time

To change the way that time is displayed (12 HOUR default, 24 HOUR, or UT), repeatedly press

SETUP is displayed at the top of the screen and press Use the RIGHT ARROW until SETUP TIME is displayed.

ENTER

Press

again and the time display begins to flash. Use

the RIGHT/LEFT ARROWs to scroll through the list and

ENTER

press Use the ARROW pad to set the time and press

to select. The screen changes to TIME SET.

ENTER

done. (You are not prompted to set the time if you selected UT as the time format.)

ENTER

until

ENTER

when

When you change your clocks because of daylight savings time, remember to change the time in your GPS Blazer12.

Changing North Reference

The GPS Blazer12 uses magnetic north as a default reference for all navigation computations. You can change this to true

north (good if you are also using a map) or back to magnetic north (default, good to use if you are using a compass) under

the SETUP menu. Press the displayed at the top of the screen and press

key until SETUP is

ENTER

. Use the

RIGHT ARROW until SETUP NORTH REF is displayed.

ENTER

Press

again, the north reference begins to flash. Use

the RIGHT/LEFT ARROWs to scroll between MAGNETIC

ENTER

and TRUE and press

to select.

Initializing the Receiver (EZSTART)

If you desire to re-initialize the receiver, (for example, you have moved more than 300 miles since the last time the receiver was turned on) you can do so in the SETUP menu.

Press and press PRESS ENT TO EZSTRT is displayed. Press

until SETUP is displayed at the top of the screen

ENTER

. Use the RIGHT ARROW until SETUP

ENTER

and the receiver prompts you to enter the necessary data.

again

SELECT REGION. Use the ARROW pad to change the flashing text to select the appropriate region for your present

ENTER

location. Press

SELECT COUNTRY or STATE. Use the ARROW pad to change the flashing text to select the country or state for your present location.

ENTER

Press

ENTER ELEVATION. Use the ARROW pad to enter the approximate elevation for your position. If unknown, leave

ENTER

the elevation at 0. Press

ENTER TIME. Use the ARROW pad to enter your present

ENTER

time. Press

ENTER DATE. Use the ARROW pad to enter the date.

ENTER

Press

Note: The prompts to enter time and date will not appear if your receiver has already collected this information from the satellites.

Activating the Demo Mode

To turn on the Demo Mode, press displayed at the top of the screen and press

until SETUP is

ENTER

RIGHT ARROW until SETUP DEMO is displayed. To

ENTER

toggle between ON or OFF, press

. The present

status, on or off, will flash. Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROWs

ENTER

to switch between on and off and press

While in the Demo Mode, the receiver displays sample information on the POSITION and both NAVIGATION screens.

. Use the

Setting Display Contrast

To adjust the contrast of the display, press

until SETUP is displayed at the

top of the screen and press

ENTER

the LEFT/RIGHT ARROW until SETUP CONTRAST is displayed and press

ENTER

. Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROW keys to change the contrast to the desired level and press

ENTER

Using the Trip Odometer

Press

until the ODOMETER is displayed. The odometer will keep track of the distance you have traveled while using your GPS Blazer12. To reset the odometer press

ENTER

. You will be asked to confirm that you really want to reset the odometer to zero. Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROWs to highlight (blinking) YES and

ENTER

press

. Use

Troubleshooting

Does not turn on:

1. Check to insure that the batteries are installed correctly and that the battery terminals are clean.

2. Replace the batteries.

Takes more than 10 minutes to get a position fix:

1. If there are large obstacles nearby or overhead, move to a new location with a clear view of the sky and turn the receiver back on.

2. Make sure that the antenna is pointing up and that it is a reasonable distance from your body.

3. Check that the time is correct. If not, reset the time following the instructions for “Changing Time Display and Time” on page 28.

4. If the receiver still does not get a position fix within 10 minutes, you may wish to repeat the EZSTART initialization procedure found on page 29.

Cannot view the second navigation screen:

1. The second navigation screen is displayed only if you have an active route or GOTO. Activate a route or GOTO and use the NAV key to scroll to the second navigation screen.

Destination Pointer does not point to the destination:

1. Note that much of the navigation information is based upon your movement. If you are standing still the navigation information (destination pointer, etc.) is not updated until you are moving. (The receiver is unable to detect which way you are facing while you are stationary.)

Position coordinates on your receiver do not match the location on your map.

1. Make sure that your receiver is set up to use the same datum as your map. The map datum is generally sho wn in the map legend. See Map Datum under Setup for instructions on selecting the map datum in your receiver .

2. Check your LA T/LON format. Make sure that the format selected in COORDINATE SYSTEM (DEG/ MIN/SEC or DEG/MIN.MM) is in the same format as the map you are using.

Commonly Asked Questions

Does the receiver adjust itself for daylight savings time?

No. You need to reset the time for changes in your area. (See “Changing Time Display and Time” on page 28.)

Will my receiver function correctly in the year 2000?

Absolutely. Even though only the last two digits of the year are displayed, the full year designator is stored in memory.

Why won’t the receiver accept the coordinates higher than 59 seconds when I am inputting coordinates?

The most common cause of this is you are trying to enter coordinates that are in degrees/minutes while your receiver is set to degrees/minutes/seconds. Since the last two digits in degrees/minutes is in hundredths (00 - 99) and degrees/ minutes/seconds can be no higher than 59 (00 - 59), inputting a number higher than 59 while in deg/min/sec results in an error and the receiver does not accept the entry.

Can I use NiCad Batteries in my GPS Blazer12?

Yes. However, the battery life of your GPS Blazer12 will be diminished with the use of NiCad batteries.

Can I attach my GPS Blazer12 to external power?

Yes. However, this requires the optional external power cable available from your dealer or Magellan Systems.

Will I lose all my landmarks when my batteries die?

No. As long as you leave the batteries inside the GPS Blazer12, memory will be retained for up to one month, even with dead batteries. (With good batteries installed, you can store your GPS Blazer12 for six months without losing any memory.) When you remove batteries, you have 30 minutes to install new batteries before memory is lost.

Why does my speed and elevation sometimes jump around?

For security reasons, the U.S. Government introduces small errors (selective availability) which can affect positioning information. These errors are most noticeable while viewing speed, heading, and elevation.

Icons

Provides a visual indication of whether the receiver is “locked” or “unlocked” on satellite signals. While the tracking icon is displayed, the receiver is updating its position and can be used to save landmarks and as a navigation tool. If the tracking icon is not displayed, you may need to reposition the GPS receiver to get a better view of the sky.

Battery Warning. When this icon first appears, the receiver will operate for about an additional hour before automatically turning off.

The Magellan GPS Blazer12 will retain its memory (route, landmarks, last fixes, etc.) for 30 minutes with the batteries removed. Memory will be retained even with low batteries for

approximately one month if the unit is turned off.

Light. Displayed when the LCD backlight has been turned

on with the run down much quicker and should be turned off when not needed.

External Power. Displayed when the GPS Blazer12 is

key. The backlight will cause the batteries to

operating from external power using the GPS External Power Cable.

Contacting Magellan

If after using the troubleshooting section, you are still unable to solve your operation problem, please call Magellan’s Technical Service at 800-707-9971. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Pacific Standard Time. Faxes can be sent to 909-394-7070.

If necessary, you can also return your unit to Magellan for repair. (Please call for assistance first.) Ship the unit to Magellan Systems by Parcel Post or UPS and include a description of the problem, your name and address, and a copy of your sales receipt. If your return shipping address is different, please include it.

With all correspondence, please be sure to state the model of the receiver you have and if calling, please be sure to have your unit with you.

Packages should be sent to:

Magellan Systems Corporation 960 Overland Court San Dimas, CA 91773 Attn.: W arranty/R epair

Overseas customers may send units for repair to:

COMAR Unit 3, Medina Court Arctic Road Cowles Isle of Wight P031 7XD U.K.

Accessories

Accessories for your Magellan GPS Blazer12 are available from your Magellan dealer or you can order directly from Magellan using the order card supplied with your receiver.

Carrying Case: Protects your GPS Blazer12 from the elements and allows you to carry your GPS Blazer12 on your belt, keeping it handy for when you need it.

Mounting Bracket: Mounts on a dashboard or other surface allowing you hands-free operation of your GPS Blazer12. Allows the use of the External Power Cable while the receiver is resting in the bracket putting your GPS Blazer12 where you want it and always ready to use.

External Power Cable: Connects your GPS Blazer12 to a cigarette lighter allowing uninterrupted use without any drain on your batteries. (Do not connect the GPS Blazer12 to external power without the External Power Cable.)

Instructional Video: A 30-minute instruction video in VHS format that provides you with instructions on how to use and operate your GPS Blazer12.

Attaching the Wrist Lanyard

The lanyard for your GPS Blazer12 can be easily attached by inserting the small loop of the lanyard through the ring provided on the battery door locking screw and then looping the other end of the lanyard strap through the small loop.

Shipping / Transporting

If you ship or transport your GPS Blazer12 more than 100 miles, you may need to reinitialize the GPS Blazer12 again at your new location. This will speed up the time it takes to get your first fix after shipment.

Also, prior to shipping, you should loosen the battery door screw if you feel that your GPS Blazer12 may be placed in an unpressurized area of an aircraft. Loosening the battery door will allow the GPS Blazer12 to equalize to the pressure of the cargo area. Changes in pressure without the battery door loosened can cause damage to the water seals of your receiver.

Glossary

Active Leg The segment of a route currently being used

to compute navigational information.

Bearing The compass direction from your position

to a destination, measured to the nearest degree.

Coordinates A unique numeric or alphanumeric

description of position.

Datum Refers to the theoretical mathematical

model of the earth’s sea level surface. Map makers may use a different model from which to chart their maps, so position coordinates will differ from one datum to another. The datum for the map you are using can be found in the legend of the map. If you are unsure as to which datum to use, use WGS84.

Elevation Distance above mean sea level. GOTO A single leg route with the present position

being the start of the route and a defined landmark as the destination. (If the unit has been moved while turned off and has not yet acquired a new position fix, the start of the GOTO will be the position fix last recorded.)

Heading The compass direction in which the

Magellan GPS Blazer12 is moving.

Landmark A location saved in the unit’s memory which

is obtained by entering data, editing data, calculating data or saving a current position. Used to create routes.

Latitude The angular distance north or south of the

equator measured by lines encircling the earth parallel to the equator in degrees from 0° to 90°.

LAT/LON Coordinate system using latitude and longi-

tude coordinates to define a position on the earth.

Leg (Route) A segment of a route that has a starting

(FROM) landmark and a destination (TO) landmark. A route may consist of 1 or more legs. A route that is from landmark A to landmark B to landmark C to landmark D has three legs with the first being from landmark A to landmark B.

Longitude The angular distance east or west of the prime

meridian (Greenwich meridian) as measured by lines perpendicular to the parallels and converging at the poles from 0° to 180°.

Magnetic North The direction toward the north magnetic pole

from the observer’s position.

Position Fix Position coordinates as computed by the

Magellan GPS Blazer12.

TTG Time To Go (TTG) is the measurement

of how long it will take you to arrive at your destination. TTG is based on how fast you are moving towards the destination and the distance remaining.

True North The direction to the geographical

North Pole from an observer’s position. The north direction on any geographical meridian.

UT Universal Time, formerly referred to as

Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

UTM Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM)

is the metric grid system used on most large and intermediate scale land topographic charts and maps.

XTE Cross Track Error (XTE) is the

distance, left or right, of the desired courseline. The courseline is a straight line from your present position to your destination.

Index

Accessories 37; wrist strap 38 Antenna 2; reception 3;

troubleshooting 32

Batteries installing 3; life 25;

NiCad 34; warning 35

Bearing/Distance 11; for a

landmark 15

Coordinate Systems

changing 26 Contrast 31 Cross Track Error (XTE) 12 Customer Service 36

Date see Time and Date Datums see Map Datums Demo mode activating 30 Distance units 28

Elevation viewing 25

Function keys 2

GOTO creating a route 13-14;

deactivate 14

Icons 35; see light Initializing 4-5; 29

Landmark (LMK) creating 8;

deleting 16; editing 16; for route 17; naming 8; saving 8; viewing 15

LAT/LON 7; display 9; options

26, troubleshooting 32

Light 35

Map Datums changing 27 Multileg route 17; see also

Route, creating

Navigation screen Moving

compass (without active

route) 10; Steering (with

active route) 11, 12 North Reference changing 29

On/Off 4; deactivation 14;

troubleshooting 32 Odometer 31

Position computing a position

5-6; screen 9; saving 7;

troubleshooting 32 Position fixes saving 7;

troubleshooting 32; see also

Landmark

Route create 17-19; viewing

19-20; deactivating/activating 20; deleting 21, 24, adding a leg 21; activating a leg 22; editing 23; reversing 24; see also GOTO

Sat status 5 Satellite signals 3

Time and Date view 25;

changing 28; daylight savings

33; Time To Go (TTG) 12 Tracking 6, 35 Troubleshooting 32

XTE see Cross Track Error

Specifications

Performance:

Receiver: 12 parallel-channel receiver with quadrifilar

antenna, tracks up to 12 satellites to compute and update position information.

Acquisition Times: Warm - Approx. 35 seconds

Cold - Approx 2.5 minutes Update Rate: 1 second continuous Accuracy: Position - 49 feet (15 meters) RMS (without

Selective Availability)

Velocity - 0.12 mph RMS steady state

(without Selective Availability)

Physical:

Weight: 6.8 ounces Housing: Waterproof (Battery compartment is

splashproof) Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (operating)

-10°C to 60°C (storage)

Features:

No. of Landmarks: 100 stored landmarks No. of Routes: 1 Legs per route: 10 maximum

Power:

Source: 2 AA alkaline batteries or

3.3 VDC (±2%) 110 mA at receiver or

9-16 VDC with Magellan External Power

Cable

Battery Life: Approximately 20 hours operation

This product has been certified by Mission HOME™, the official

educational campaign of the U.S. space community.

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