Garmin GPS III GPS Receiver User Manual


 
Specifications subject to change without notice.
* With optional GARMINDifferential GPS (DGPS) Beacon Receiver Input.
** Subject to accuracy degradation to 100m 2DRMS under the U.S. DoD-imposed Selective Availability Program.
† Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as temperature decreases. Use lithium batteries when operating the GPS IIIPilot
in below freezing conditions. Extensive use of screen backlighting will significantly reduce battery life.
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The GPS III Pilot is constructed of high-quality materials and should not require
user maintenance. If your unit ever needs repair, please take it to an authorized
GARMIN service center. The GPS III Pilot has no user-serviceable parts. Never
attempt any repairs yourself. To protect your GPS III Pilot, keep it in its carrying case (optional accessory) when not in
use, and never allow gasoline or other solvents to come into contact with the case. To clean the case and lens, use a soft
cloth and a household window cleaner.
PHYSICAL
Case: Fully-gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy;
waterproof to IPX7 standards
Size: 6.15”H x 2”W x 1.23”D (15.6 x 5.1 x 1.23 cm)
Weight: Approx. 9 ounces (255g) w/ batteries
Temperature Range: 5 to 158ºF (-15º to 70ºC)
Memory Back Up: Internal Lithium Battery
PERFORMANCE
Receiver: Differential-ready PhaseTrac12™
Acquisition Time: Approx. 15 seconds (warm start)
Approx. 45 seconds (EZinit/cold start)
Approx. 5 minutes (AutoLocate™)
Update Rate: 1/second, continuous
Position Accuracy: 1-5 meters (3-15 ft) with DGPS
corrections*
15 meters (49 ft) RMS**
Velocity Accuracy: 0.1 knot RMS steady state
Dynamics: Performs to specification to 6g’s
Interfaces: NMEA 183, RTCM in (for DGPS corrections),
Aviation in and RS-232 for PC interface
Antenna: Detachable with standard BNC connector
POWER
Input: Four 1.5-volt AA batteries or 10-32 VDC external
Power Consumption: 0.5 watts max.
Battery Life: Up to 24 hours †
Specifications
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