Garmin Waypoint Manager, User Manual

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Getting Started
Waypoint Manager for Windows is a program that uses a serial
data interface to communicate with your Apollo GPS product
from a personal computer. Functions that can be performed
with this product include:
•
Update the internal database of your Apollo GPS
• Transfer user waypoints between the Apollo GPS and your
PC
• Transfer routes between the Apollo GPS and your PC
•
Transfer track history waypoints from the Apollo GPS to
your PC
•
Update the applications program in the Apollo GPS
•
Display, edit, and print user waypoint and route files
This manual assumes that you have a basic understanding of
Windows and can comfortably navigate in the Windows
environment. If you need further help in understanding the
basics of Windows, please refer to your Windows user’s guide.
System
Requirements
The minimum requirements will allow you to use the
program adequately; however, the recommended system
requirements will provide better performance.
Minimum
Computer Intel 386-based, or more
powerful PC with 3.5”
high density floppy drive.
Operating System Windows version 3.1, 3.11,
Windows 95/98, or Windows NT.
Memory 4 Mb of RAM.
Serial Port 9-pin serial port configured as
COM1, 2, 3, or 4.
Hard Disk About 1 Mb of free space for
programs, 5 Mb for databases.
Apollo GPS 360, 920, SL-series or Precedus.
Serial Data Cable Cable appropriate for your unit.
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Getting Started