T&T: Garmin Chartplotter Problem

[Peter Bennett]

Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 9:24:00 AM, Ralph wrote:

R> Attempting to upgrade my Garmin  GPSmap 176C chartplotter. Have downloaded the
R> Garmin updater on my PC. Hooked up the Garmin to the PC using  the Power/Data
R> cable and get the message, "Garmin device not responding." Where did I go
R> wrong?

R> Ralph Salerno
R> M/V Ancora
R> San Diego

If I recall correctly, you have to set the device to communicate using
"Garmin to Garmin" protocol, rather than NMEA-0183 (then switch back
to NMEA-0183 when you're done.)


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Peter Bennett, VE7CEI    Vancouver, B.C., Canada
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