Magellan FX324 MAP Manual

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Warning: Important Notes 

This highly accurate navigation device should not be used as a substitute 

for traditional navigation methods. Never depend solely on this device for 

navigating. Connecting a GPS or DGPS receiver to a peripheral 

navigation device (auto-pilot, video plotter) should, under no 

circumstances, exempt the mariner from demonstrating prudence and 

keeping constant watch. 

Electronic charts such as the GPS are navigation aids that should, under 

no circumstances, be substituted for regulatory navigation methods. Only 

official nautical charts and notices to mariners contain all available safety 

information.

The Global Positioning System (GPS) is managed by the United States 

government, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and 

maintenance. The accuracy of the information provided by this GPS 

receiver depends entirely on the quality of the signals it receives. The 

accuracy of the calculations may thus be compromised by periodic 

adjustments to the GPS satellites made by the United States government 

and may change according to the U.S. Department of Defense's policy on 

private GPS use. Accuracy may also be compromised by poor satellite 

geometry. It is the user's responsibility to verify the number and position of 

satellites received. If satellite reception cannot be attained or becomes 

insufficient, the GPS receiver will no longer be able to calculate your 

position. The company Thales Navigation and its distribution network 

deny any liability for consequences resulting from poor signal reception 

quality. 

Thales Navigation recommends reading this manual before using the 

device. This manual simply outlines the use of this device and does not in 

any way make recommendations as to navigation techniques that should 

be adopted.  

Please use only the appropriate Magellan cables, antennas and 

accessories; otherwise, you may negatively affect the performance of 

your receiver or damage it, and the device will no longer be covered by 

the warranty. 

Thales Navigation and its distributors shall not be held responsible for any 

possible errors that may be contained in this manual, nor for any resulting 

damage, even minor, to person or property, related to the supply, 

functioning or use of this equipment.