Garmin GPS 18 Technical Specifications

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GPS 18 Technical Specifications (190-00307-00) Rev. DPage 32APPENDIX E: SENSOR CONFIGURATION SOFTWARESNSRCFG configures the GPS sensors based on user-selected parameters. Some application featuresinclude the ability to download GPS sensor configuration, maintain different configurations in files, andperform GPS sensor configurations quickly with the use of one function key.This section provides a brief overview of the Sensor Configuration Software. Refer to this section whenusing the software to configure your Garmin sensor.Downloading the Sensor Configuration SoftwareThe Garmin Sensor Configuration Software (SNSRCFG.exe) is available from the Garmin Web site. Todownload the software, start at http://www.garmin.com/oem, select the GPS 18, and then select SoftwareUpdates. The Garmin Sensor Configuration Software (SNSRCFG.exe) is included in the software updatedownload.Selecting a ModelAfter opening the program (snsrcfg.exe), the followingscreen appears. Select the radio button next to the type ofGarmin sensor you are configuring.Connecting to the SensorAfter selecting the type of sensor, the following windowopens. This is the Main Interface Screen for the program.To configure your sensor, you must first connect to thesensor.1. Select Config > Switch to NMEA Mode (or press the F10key).2. Select Comm > Setup to open the Comm Setup Window.3. Select the Serial Port to which the sensor is connected.Select Auto to have the program automatically determinethe Baud Rate, or selectManual to manuallyselect the Baud Rate of theGPS 18. Click OK whendone.4. Click the Connect icon, or select Comm >Connect.5. To view the currentprogramming of thesensor, select Config >Get Configuration fromGPS (or press the F8 key).The current programmingof the sensor is displayedin the window shown tothe right.

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