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  • Garmin GPSMAP 276C | Owner's Manual - Page 1
    GPSMAP® 276C chartplotting receiver owner's manual
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    or organization of such changes or improvements. Visit the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of this and other Garmin products. Garmin®, GPSMAP®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, BlueChart®, City Select®, MapSource® , and See
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    Introduction Thank you for choosing the Garmin® GPSMAP® 276C, which uses the proven performance of Garmin GPS and full-featured mapping to create an unsurpassed portable marine navigation chartplotter and automobile navigation device. Take a moment to compare the contents of this package with the
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    vi Battery Warnings vi Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Charging the GPSMAP 276C 2 Turning Your GPSMAP 276C On or Off 3 Adjusting the Backlight and Volume 3 Getting Satellite Signals 4 Using the GPSMAP 276C 8 Using Simulator Mode 12 Marine Mode 13 Marine Mode Pages 13 Navigating to
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    Setup 109 Map Datums and Location Formats 111 Digital Selective Calling (DSC 112 Messages 114 Data Field Options 116 Software License Agreement 118 Product Registration 118 Limited Warranty 119 FCC Compliance 120 Declaration of Conformity (DoC 120 Index 121 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual iii
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    routes are retained in the unit's memory without the need for external power. It is always a good practice to back up important user data by manually recording it or downloading it to a computer (transferring it to MapSource). Water Immersion The GPSMAP 276C is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7
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    place the unit securely so that it does not obstruct the driver's view of the road or interfere with vehicle operating controls, to mariners contain all information needed to navigate safely. • Use this unit only as a navigational garmin.com/prop65 for more information. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 
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    Non-User-Replaceable Battery Warnings: • Do not remove or attempt to remove the non-user-replaceable battery. • When disposing of the unit, take it to a professional service, such as a waste electronics treatment facility, to have the battery removed and recycled. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    > Unit Overview Unit Overview The GPSMAP 276C is an all-in-one, versatile color chartplotter and automobile navigator-perfect for land or water. This portable GPS navigator features a 256-color TFT display that is easy to read in bright sun, a built-in basemap, and auto routing to provide you
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    unit is turned on and reduces draw on the vehicle/vessel battery. When you turn on the GPSMAP 276C the power source indicator on the GPS tab shows the unit is operating off battery power ( ), that the unit is charging ( ), or that an external power source is in use ( ).  Using Charge Mode If you
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    receive satellite signals. The first time you turn on your GPSMAP 276C, the GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish its current location. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 276C are using the external speaker with the 12/24-Volt adapter cable with the GPSMAP 276C, you can
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    Tab Note: While acquiring satellites, the Map Page might show the wrong location. Wait a few more minutes to acquire satellites and find your current location. Viewing GPS Status with the GPS Tab The GPS tab provides a visual reference of satellite acquisition, receiver status, and accuracy. The sky
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    bars-the receiver has collected the necessary data from this satellite. When the GPSMAP 276C collects the necessary data from the best satellites in view to calculate a fix, the status field indicates the status of the receiver. The unit then updates the location, date, and time. Receiver Status The
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    normal to initialize and find your location. • The GPS receiver can lose satellite signals due to interference from such items as buildings, tunnels, and heavy tree cover. Monitoring the GPS status is recommended. • To learn about GPS, visit www.garmin.com/aboutGPS/.  GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    to enter data, or use to pan the arrow on the Map Page. NAV/MOB Key • Press to open the Navigate Menu. • In Marine Mode, press and hold to start the MOB function. • In Automotive Mode, press and hold to show the Next Turn Page and announce the next turn when using the external speaker. FIND
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    listed location. The included USB Interface Cable or an optional PC Interface Cable (with a serial connector) is used to transfer MapSource CD-ROM data to the optional data card. Visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com/cartography/ for compatible MapSource products. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    . If so, select an option, and press Enter again. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual To mark your current location as a waypoint, press and hold Enter/Mark until the New Waypoint Page opens. To enter data in a data field: 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the data field you want, and press Enter to select the
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    Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 276C Entering data TIP: To clear the entire data field, highlight the left-most character field and press left on the ROCKER again. 3. Press the options menu. Setup Tab Options Menu 3. Highlight Restore Default, and press Enter. 10 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    Using the Main Menu Use the Main Menu on your GPSMAP 276C to access various waypoint, system, navigation and interface management, and setup menus. Press the MENU key twice from any page to or right on the ROCKER, and then press up or down to select individual fields. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 11
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    to open the GPS tab options menu. 3. Highlight Start Simulator, and press Enter. GPS tab 4. Highlight Use Map, and press Enter. 5. Use the ROCKER to move the panning arrow to the location you want on the map, and press Enter. Starting Simulator Mode from the GPS tab 12 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    . 2. Select Automotive or Marine, and press Enter. Marine Mode Pages Marine Mode has five main pages: Map, Compass, Highway, Active Route, and Position Data. If you have a Garmin GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sonar Module connected to the GPSMAP 276C, a Sonar Page is available. Map Page Compass Page Highway
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    20. Navigate Track (TracBack)-allows you to select a saved track to navigate. You can also start a saved track through the Track tab on the Main Menu. For information about tracks, see page 34. MOB (Man OverBoard)-creates a MOB waypoint and navigates to that location. 14 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    navigation: 1. While navigating to a point, press NAV. 2. Highlight Stop Navigation, and press ENTER. 3. Highlight Resume Navigation, and press ENTER to resume navigation. Waypoint Review Page 5. With the Go To button highlighted, press Enter to begin navigation. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 15
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    Marine Mode > Navigating to a Destination To search for an item and route to it: 1. navigating to that point. Use any of the Navigation Pages to guide you back to the MOB point. The MOB waypoint is stored in the waypoint list and can be deleted like any other waypoint. 16 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    drink, fuel services, lodging, data card in the unit. Find Menu Shown without additional BlueChart g2 or MapSource maps installed Follow the directions on page 16 to search for an item and route to it. Marine map, or automatically create a route to (Go To) the item. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 17
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    Marine Mode > Finding an Item To find an item from the Find From list. 5. Select a reference location on the map, and press Enter. The list shows items nearest to the new map location. To find an item near another item: 1. Press Find the selected recently found point. 18 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    the list of maps on your data card, and viewing the next item in the search results list. Map Feature Information Page 2. Press QUIT or PAGE to exit the information page. You can also highlight one of the on-screen buttons, and press Enter. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual Marine Mode > Finding an
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    Marine Mode > Creating and Using Routes Creating and Using Routes The GPSMAP 276C allows the route. 20 Creating a new route on Route Review Page 4. Highlight Edit on Map, and press ENTER. 5. Highlight a location on the map, and press ENTER. 6. Repeat step 5 to waypoint. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    and press Enter. 3. With the Route Review Page open, highlight the route name field at the top of the page, and press Enter. Select the route you want to take. Enter a new route name here Route Review Page 4. Use the ROCKER to enter the route name, and press Enter. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 21
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    Waypoint, and press Enter. The Find Menu opens for you to search for and select the point you want to add to the route. Route Review Page 6. On the Point Review Page, highlight OK, and press Enter to add the new point to the route. 22 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    about your trip so the GPSMAP 276C can estimate information about your trip. Entering Speed and Fuel Flow for trip planning 3. Enter the data for Speed and Fuel Flow. You also can enter the date and time of your departure. Press Quit to return to the Route Review Page. NOTE: Fuel flow rates
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    enter a radius so that when you are within the entered distance, the GPSMAP 276C leads you to the next point on your route. When you select Manual, you can transition to the next waypoint anytime while navigating a route. While you are navigating the route, open the Active Route Page, and press Menu
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    press Enter. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual Marine Mode > Creating and Using Waypoints Creating Waypoints Using the Map You can quickly create a waypoint using the Map Page. When you pan the map and move the arrow over a map item, you see a highlighted description of that item. The GPSMAP 276C uses the
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    and the receiver's last known Review Page might include additional tabs containing information about other features at that location. Entering location coordinates. 3. Use the ROCKER to enter location coordinates, and press ENTER when finished. 26 Waypoint Review Page GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    a waypoint from the list. Marine Mode > Creating and Using Waypoints map feature or MapSource or BlueChart g2 feature, navigating. When you are navigating to a destination, Add to Current Route opens. The selected waypoint is added to the current route before the route destination. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    Marine Mode > Creating and Using Waypoints Averaging the Waypoint's Location Average Location makes the unit take several sample location measurements for the waypoint and recalculate for a more accurate location reading. Note: You must have a GPS satellite the receiver's GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    Name>, and press Enter. To edit a waypoint: 1. Open the Waypoint Review or Waypoint Edit Page. 2. Highlight the waypoint name, symbol, or field you want to change, and press Enter. 3. Use the ROCKER to select a symbol or enter data, and press Enter when finished. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 29
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    Marine Mode > Creating and Using Waypoints Symbol field Name field To create a waypoint category: 1. From any of the waypoint pages or the Select the Category field, and press Enter. 3. Select the category to which you want to assign the waypoint, and press Enter. 30 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    Menu. 2. Select Delete Category, and press Enter. Marine Mode > Creating and Using Waypoints Deleting Waypoints You can important waypoints to a computer using the optional PC cable and interface software, such as MapSource, or write them down by hand. To delete . GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 31
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    Marine Mode > Creating navigating in these areas. If you enter an alarm circle overlap, you are only alerted to the closest proximity waypoint. To turn proximity alarms on or off: 1. Highlight the Points tab on the Main Menu, and then highlight the Proximity sub tab. 32 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    radius. 4. Use the ROCKER to enter a distance value (up to 99.99 units), and press Enter. Marine Mode > Creating and Using Waypoints To clear one or all proximity waypoints from the list: 1. Highlight the , and press Enter. 4. Highlight OK, and press Enter to confirm. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 33
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    Marine Mode > Managing Your Tracks Managing Your Tracks The GPSMAP 276C draws an electronic breadcrumb trail or track log on the Map Page as you and Saving Your Tracks You must save the track log before you can use the Navigate Track feature. The Save feature allows you to store up to 15 track logs
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    tab. 2. Highlight the Clear button, and press Enter. A confirmation message appears. Marine Mode > Managing Your Tracks To save a portion of the track log: 1. press Enter. The Track Review Page automatically opens. 6. Highlight OK, and press Enter to save the track. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 35
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    , and press Enter to show the track on the map. 6. To begin a TracBack, highlight TracBack, and press Enter. 7. To view the track on the map, highlight Map, and press Enter. Press Quit to return to the Track tab. 8. Highlight OK, and press Enter to save your changes. 36 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    you want to navigate (TracBack) to, and press Enter. Marine Mode > Managing Your Tracks TracBack Tips When a TracBack is initiated, the GPSMAP 276C divides the . The receiver then uses the most significant points of your track so there are fewer changes in direction. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 37
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    pages are available in Marine Mode-Map, Compass, Highway, Active Route, and Position Data. An optional Sonar Page is available when a GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder Module is connected. Map Page When you turn on the GPSMAP 276C, the Map Page appears after the unit acquires a satellite signal. The position
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    Highlight Change Data Fields, and press Enter. 3. Highlight the data field to change, and press Enter. 4. Highlight the type of data you want to show, and press Enter. Selecting the page layout. 3. Select a page layout option, and press Enter. Changing a data field. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 39
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    options menu. 2. Highlight Set Up Map, and press Enter. Viewing Additional Map Data Use the Map information page to view the data loaded on your GPSMAP 276C unit and data card. To review/change map information: 1. On the Map Page, press Menu. 2. Highlight Map Information, and press Enter. The first
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    5. When using a map loaded to a data card, you can view detailed information about an individual map, highlight the Map Name, and press Enter. Highlight OK, and press Enter to exit the Map Information Page. Marine Mode Pages> Map Page Map Orientation There are three map orientation options: North
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    Marine Mode Pages> Map Page Map coverage conforms to the following conditions: • Cartography is shown when the selected map zoom range is covered by either the internal basemap or other MapSource data loaded onto a data card. • When the selected map zoom range is covered by both the internal
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    Map You can remove items from the Map Page (declutter the display) to remove unwanted items. To declutter the Map Page: 1. On the Map Page, press Menu to open the options menu. 2. Highlight Declutter, and press Enter. 3. Press Enter again to restore the detail to the map. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    Marine Mode Pages> Map Page Measuring Distance You can measure the distance and bearing between two map items. To measure the bearing/distance between two points: 1. On the Map reference point and arrow coordinates appear in the data window at the top of the screen. Push GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    navigation, the Compass Page guides you to your destination with a graphic compass and a bearing pointer. When the pointer is pointing straight up, you are heading directly to your destination. Rotating compass ring Course to steer indicator Compass arrow Data fields Compass Page in Marine
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    GPSMAP 276C to perform each of these different countdowns. To open the Marine Timer: 1. Press Menu on the Compass Page. 2. Highlight Set Up Page Layout, and press Enter. 3. Highlight 2 Columns With Timer, and press enter. The Marine Timer appears in the lower right corner. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    timing to quickly select a different length of time. 3. Press Enter to stop timing. Marine Mode Pages> Compass Page To set the Marine Timer: 1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu, and then select the Timers the time field, press enter, and then use the ROCKER. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 47
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    Marine Mode and Automotive Mode. Highway Page When you are navigating, the Highway Page provides digital and graphic steering guidance to the destination. The right side of the Highway Page features user-selectable data fields showing useful navigation Out to zoom out. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    Change Data Fields-changes on-screen data fields. Set Up Highway-shows an options menu with two sub tabs: Line and Waypoint. Each tab has on/off settings for options, including enabling the line for the Active Leg and Track Log. Highway Page Options Menu Set Up Highway GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    Marine Mode Pages> Active Route Page Active Route Page When you are navigating a route using your GPSMAP 276C, the Active Route Page shows each point (waypoint or map you navigate a route, the list automatically updates to indicate the next active point. The Active Route and Route Review Pages share
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    Page The Position Data Page shows important navigation data while navigating a route in Marine Mode. By default, the Position Data Page shows a compass ribbon, your current latitude and longitude, date and all trip information including the maximum speed and odometer. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 51
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    navigating a turn-by-turn route and an Active Route Page appears if you are navigating off-road. See "Navigating to a Destination" on the next page for more information. Map Page Compass Page (Optional) Highway Page (Optional) Current Route Page Trip Computer Page 52 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    to your destination in Automotive Mode using the Map Page. As you travel, your GPSMAP 276C guides you to your destination with voice prompts, arrows, and directions along the top of the screen. When you are actively navigating, you see a magenta line that always runs from your current location
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    long car trip, but you want to stop for dinner, you can stop navigation and resume after dinner. To stop navigation: 1. While navigating to a point, press NAV. 2. Highlight Stop Navigation, and press ENTER. 3. To resume, highlight Resume Navigation, and press ENTER. 54 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    Waypoint Review Page. Automotive Mode > Navigating to navigation. 4. Highlight the item you want from the list, and press Enter. 5. Highlight the Go To button, and press Enter. For complete information about finding an item, see the "Finding an Item" section on page 17. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    from the Route tab on the Main Menu. Editing Your Route When you are navigating a route, you can edit that route. You can add areas and roads to Points. While navigating, press Nav to open the Navigate Menu. Navigate Menu in Automotive Mode While navigating a course 56 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    While navigating a course, press Nav. 2. Select Detour from the Navigate Menu. 3. Select a distance, and press Enter. The GPSMAP 276C recalculates your course based on your detour distance. Detour Distance 4. To end the detour manually, press Nav again, and select Cancel Detour. GPSMAP 276C Owner
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    Navigate Menu. 2. Select Edit Vias, and press Enter. The Add/Edit Vias window opens. 3. Highlight Add Via Point, and press enter. 4. From the pop-up window, highlight either Use Map or Use Find Menu, and press Enter. 5. If you selected Use Map route without Via Points 58 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    Following an Automotive Route The GPSMAP 276C guides you to your destination using many tools, such as the Map Page and Current Route Page. Track Your Progress with the Map Page You can track the progress of your route on the Map Page. Your route is shown with a magenta line. The next turn is shown
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    the Map Page. • Press Menu to open the options menu for the Map Page. • Show and hide the heading line from the options menu. • Use the ROCKER to measure the distance between two objects on the map. • Change the page layout and data fields to customize the Map Page. 60 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    GPSMAP 276C in Automotive Mode, the Active Route Page shows each turn of the active route, with the distance to the turn, the street name, and estimated time to arrival and time of arrival. As you navigate a route, the turn list automatically updates on a map. Saving GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 61
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    , and press Enter. Trip Computer Page Reset the Trip Computer before beginning a trip. If you make frequent stops, leave the GPSMAP 276C turned on in order to receive satellites. This allows the unit to accurately measure elapsed time during the trip. Trip Computer Page Options Menu Set Up Page
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    Main Menu > Main Menu Tabs Main Menu Tabs • GPS-view satellite information. • Route-create and navigate routes. • Points-view stored waypoints. • Track-record adjust backlighting and page display. • Sound-customize GPSMAP 276C sounds. • Setup-adjust system settings. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 63
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    routes, with up to 300 points each. See the "Creating and Using Routes" section beginning on page 20 for more information about routes. Main Menu-GPS Tab Main Menu-Route Tab 64 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    track log, define how it is recorded, or save the track log data for future use. The Track tab is divided into two sub tabs: GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual Main Menu-Track Tab Active Sub Tab The Active sub tab is for the active log (the log currently being recorded). It shows the amount of track memory
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    GPS to transmit and receive location information. DSC is used by mariners for distress calls and position reporting. For more information about DSC and Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) numbers, see pages 112-113 in the "Appendix". DSC Page Understanding Distress Calls With your GPSMAP 276C
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    Review Page DSC Call List DSC Log When DSC calls are received, they are automatically stored in the Log, with the most recent call at the top. The unit can store up to 100 calls; after 100 calls are received, the oldest log file is removed when a new call is received. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    Review Page. Blank entry. Press ENTER to add a DSC directory entry. DSC Log Receiving a Position Report or Distress Call After you receive a Position Report or a Distress Call, you can quickly navigate any comments. 4. When finished, highlight OK, and press Enter. 68 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    MayDay button on your VHF radio. The call transmits on an emergency channel with the MMSI number attached to the call, if you have DSC support. Any DSCequipped mariner (on sea or land) within range can receive the call. DSC Setup GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 69
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    setup options. NOTE: You must have a GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder Module connected to your GPSMAP 276C to use sonar. Alarms Tab Use the Alarms tab to define alarm settings. When an alarm goes off, , and press Enter. Enter the settings you want. 4. Press Enter to finish. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    a check mark in the Persist box. Navigation (Nav) Alarms The Nav sub tab contains external voltage drops below a specified amount. Select On, and then enter a specific voltage. DGPS-sets an alarm to sound when the GPSMAP 276C loses a differential fix. Accuracy-sets an alarm to sound when GPS accuracy
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    water that is too shallow or deep. Select On, and then specify a depth. You must be receiving sonar NMEA data for this function to work. Water Temp-sets an alarm to indicate if the water temperature has exceeded View Sun and Moon or View Hunt and Fish, and press Enter. 72 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    map, or a waypoint location. Also, you can select a different date and time, or use the current data. Main Menu-Celestial Tab To access the Celestial tab: 1. Highlight the Celestial tab on the Main Menu. 2. Use the ROCKER to view the sub tab you want, such as Sun & Moon. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    Current Location, Near Current Route, Near Other (select another location using the map), or Near Destination. The list is updated with your search requirements. 3. Select a tide station from the list, and field. Press Menu, highlight Use Current Date, and press Enter. 74 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    date and location Moon phase Animation controls for the sky view Sun & Moon Sub Tab Location of the sun and moon in the sky view GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 75
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    and hold In or Out to scroll quickly through dates. 3. Press Enter when finished. The unit shows the information for the date you entered. 76 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    . Main Menu > Message Tab Message Tab The Message tab shows a list of messages generated by the GPSMAP 276C. Use the ROCKER to scroll through the list of messages on the Log sub tab. Use the Log a message. 3. Press Enter to view detailed information about the message. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 77
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    display to Day, Night, or Auto color mode. Select Auto to automatically switch from day to night at sunset and change back at sunrise. 78 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    selected period of time has elapsed when using the battery. The backlight stays on regardless of this setting when external power is used. Twilight Adjustment-allows the unit to language for vocal prompts. Speaker Volume-sets the external speaker or headphone volume. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 79
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    On) or the unit turns off (Turn Off) when external power is removed from the unit. External Power On-indicates whether to turn on the GPSMAP 276C (Turn On) or charge the battery (Charge Battery) when external power is applied to the unit. Main Menu-System Setup Tab 80 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    outside of the detailed map coverage area or where no roads exist. Custom Road Prefs-allows you to avoid or use Major, Medium, and Minor roads using a slider scale. This is useful if you want to avoid major highways, for example. Select Auto Set to use preset values. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 81
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    can also Reset the timer and turn it Off. Enter a time to use when counting up or down. Marine-appears on the Compass Page in Marine Mode. Since Midnight-shows the time the unit was turned on since midnight. To reset, select All Unit Defaults on the System sub tab. 82 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    276C uses this information when gathering satellite data Elevation-select the unit of measure to show your altitude. Depth-select the unit of measure to show the depth. to show the correct date. Vertical Speed-select the unit of measure to show the vertical speed. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    variation at your present location. You must update the magnetic variation as your location changes. Failure to update this setting can result in substantial differences between the information shown on your unit and external references, such as a magnetic compass. 84 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    2 Sub Tabs Use the Com 1 and Com 2 sub tabs to change the data format and control the input/output format used when connecting your unit to external devices. To access the Com 1 and Com 2 sub tabs: 1. Highlight the . When finished, press ENTER again. Com 1 Sub Tab GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 85
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    to Transfer Mode. • GARMIN DGPS-connects the GPSMAP 276C with a Garmin DGPS beacon receiver. • Garmin Remote Sonar-connects the GPSMAP 276C with a GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder Module and transducer. • NMEA In/NMEA Out-supports the input/output of standard NMEA 0183 version 3.01 data and sonar NMEA input
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    government agency in other countries), which is responsible for their accuracy and maintenance. For DGPS transmitter problems or to find the most updated list of frequencies and coverage areas, contact your local USCG or see their Web site at www.navcen.uscg.mil/. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 87
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    of the Lat/Lon minutes, set Waypoint IDs to names or numbers, and turn on and off the GPS status, the GARMIN Proprietary sentences, and Waypoint/Route (WPL, RTE). GPSMAP 276C NMEA Sentence Output (NMEA version 3.01 compliant): • Always transmitted: GPRMC, GPGGA, GPGLL, GPBWC, GPVTG, GPXTE, GPRMB
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    Page. 2. Highlight Marine, and press Enter. 5. To stop resizing the screen, press Quit. You can also press Menu, highlight Stop Resizing, and press Enter to stop resizing the screen and retain the previous split setting. 3. Press Page or Quit to open the Map Page. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 89
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    (medium), green (weaker), and blue (weakest). The Fish Symbols option allows you to view the actual sonar data, a fish symbol or a combination of both. When the unit is set to Dual, the appearance of the The sonar returns show as red (strongest), then orange (strong), 90 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    half of the screen shows the complete sonar picture at its original scale. The left half shows a portion of the original picture at 1/2 depth scale. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 91
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    Span adjusts how far off the bottom the unit shows data. This option is available when a Zoom scale other than No you to control the sensitivity of the unit's receiver To see more detail, increase the receiver sensitivity by selecting a higher gain. If there structures. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    The depth continues to update while the display is paused, but the unit does not show any new sonar data until the Sonar pointer to the location you want to mark, and press Enter. The New Map Waypoint Page opens. 3. To change the name, symbol or depth, highlight the . GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 93
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    Depth Number-select the efficiency of the digital depth update rate. Fast Update updates quicker and is recommended for lownoise water deeper bottom. Map Split Sonar Detail-select how much detail appears on the Map Page with the sonar shown. Full Range shows data using the GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    GPS ground speed, if it is available, for comparison on the calibration. If a GPS ground problem with the speed sensor or if a speed senor is not installed, "Water Speed Sensor Is Not Working" appears at the bottom of the screen. Check connections of speed sensor cables. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    of the Sonar Page. Background Color-select the color for the Sonar Page and the sonar on the Map Split Page. Graphic flasher Display Sub Tab Scale-select how and where you want the depth scale to appear in corners Sonar Page with the Sonar Display settings changed 96 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    as the transducer type on the Setup sub tab. Note: You must be receiving proper sonar data from another device, such as a Garmin GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder Module, to view temperature information. To access highlight Restore Default, and press Enter. Temperature Sub Tab GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 97
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    comes from the bottom directly below the transducer and sets the bottom level. Weaker secondary returns provide the detailed data. Stronger returns show in darker colors, with red being the strongest. 98 Fish 1' 10' Tree Tree 20' Aerial View of the Water Sonar Display GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    ° Cone Angle (50 kHz) 10° Cone Angle (200 kHz) Dual frequency mode combines both frequencies to get the best coverage area and contour/depth readings. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 99
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    shown as the weakest colors. One of the unique features offered by Garmin is See-Thru® technology, which allows the GPSMAP 276C to hear both weak and strong signals simultaneously so it can identify Thick Whiteline: Hard bottom Whiteline On Whiteline Off 100 Thermocline GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    ™) Update Rate: 1/second, continuous Accuracy GPS: 15 meters (49 feet) RMS 95% typical DGPS (USCG): DGPS (WAAS): Velocity: Dynamics: 3-5 meters (10-16 ft), 95% typical < 3 meters (10 ft) 95% typical with DGPS corrections 0.1 knot RMS steady state 6 g's GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 101
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    . MapSource Software CD-ROMs and DVDs: Enhances the basemap and creates waypoints and routes from your computer. MapSource offers several detailed mapping options that are compatible with the GPSMAP 276C. See www.garmin.com for more information. Pre-Programmed Data Cards: Data cards preprogrammed
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    . Ground Black Alarm White Voice (+) Brown Data In 1 Yellow Voice (-) Orange Data Out 1 Blue Data In 2 Green Power Red Data Out 2 Violet Power/Data Connector on the GPSMAP 276C Unit GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual Data Out 1 Blue Data In 2 Green Power Red Data Out 2 Violet Appendix > Installation
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    of the drivers for the device. You only need to install the drivers once. After the drivers are installed, your computer always detects your GPSMAP 276C when it is connected. USB drivers might be updated periodically. You can find these updates at www.garmin.com. 104 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    your GPS unit. You can download xImage from the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com/ximage/�. See the xImage Help file for complete instructions on using xImage. Installing and Removing Data Cards The GPSMAP 276C uses an optional Garmin data card to show digital charts and maps. Install the data card
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    . The GPSMAP 276C also includes NMEA input with support for the BWC, DBT, DPT, DSC, DSE, MTW, VHW, VTG, and XTE sentences. Garmin's proprietary communication protocol is available from the Web site at www.garmin.com. Removing the GPS Antenna You can remove the GPS antenna to use an external antenna
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    orbital data it is receiving from the satellite signal. When the bar turns solid green, the unit is using the satellite signal for navigation. A "D" in or above the bar means differential corrections (WAAS or DGPS) are being applied to that satellite. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual Appendix > Satellite
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    . Currently, enabling WAAS on your Garmin GPSMAP 276C in regions that are not supported by ground stations might not improve accuracy, even when receiving signals from an SBAS satellite. In fact it can degrade the accuracy to less than that provided by GPS satellites alone. For this reason, when
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    navigate to the location stored in memory. The LORAN Location Format field is located on the System Tab-Location sub tab on the Main Menu. The LORAN TD Setup window contains the fields to select the Loran GRI-Chain Number, Primary and Secondary Stations, and TD Offsets. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    adjust the TD coordinates accordingly. Remember that the GPS is not relying on the LORAN signal for navigation and actually converts the TD coordinate to a useful TD Position Format Handbook, available at the Garmin Web site, at www.garmin.com/support/userManual.html. 110 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    the most accurate navigation. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual Appendix > Map Datums and Location Formats What is a Location Format? Your current location can be viewed on the GPS in the form of coordinates. Because different maps and charts use different location formats, Garmin GPS units allow you
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    Guard when used in an emergency distress call. To obtain a MMSI number, users must register their VHF radio with the FCC (Form 605). Garmin does not supply this number! For more information regarding MMSI numbers, visit www.navcen.uscg.gov/marcomms/gmdss/mmsi.htm. 112 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    DSC support. Any DSCequipped mariner (on sea or land) within range can receive the call. When the GPSMAP 276C is connected to a VHF with DSC support, the GPS unit shows a call list, log, and a directory. Basic wiring is required for the Garmin unit and VHF radio to send and receive NMEA data from
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    unit is unable to receive satellite signals. Memory Full-unit memory is full, no further data can be saved. Memory (RAM) Failed Unit Needs Repair-there is an internal problem with your unit. Contact Garmin Product Support to have the unit serviced. Memory (ROM) Failed Unit Needs Repair-there is an
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    Position-no differential connection data is available, or not enough data is available to Repair-there is an internal problem with the unit. Contact Garmin Product Support to have the unit serviced Memory Full-the unit has stored the maximum number of waypoints. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual 115
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    data field option. Some of these options are supported only by devices interfaced to your GPSMAP 276C. Accuracy-the current accuracy of your GPS determined location. Battery Timer-the time remaining on the battery sea level (MSL). GPS Status-the current status of the GPS receiver, such as "3D GPS."
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    (Marine Only)-the temperature of water at a measured depth using measurement devices interfaced to the unit. Waypoint (Destination)-the last point on a route, your destination. Appears as Dest Wpt. Waypoint (Next)-the next waypoint in your route. Appears as Next Wpt. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    .com. Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. Use this area to record the serial number (8-digit number located on the back of the GPSMAP 276C) in case your GPSMAP 276C needs service. Serial Number Contact Garmin Contact Garmin Product Support if you have any questions
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    OF WARRANTY. GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual Appendix > Limited Warranty To obtain warranty service, contact your local Garmin authorized dealer or call Garmin Product Support for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. Securely pack the unit and a copy of the original sales receipt, which
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    an authorized Garmin service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment, and void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15 regulations. Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, Garmin, declares that this GPSMAP 276C is
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    Index A accessories 102 accuracy alarm 71 Acquiring Satellites 5 Active Route Page 50, 52 Active Track Tab 34, 37 AC Outlet 2 add to route 20, 22, 24, 27, 58 Advanced NMEA Output Setup 88 alarms 79 DSC 66, 69 navigation 71 persistent 71 proximity 32 sonar 72 system 71 Alarms Tab 70-71 alerts. See
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    marine mode pages 38-42 Marine Pages 38-51 Active Route 50 Compass 45 Highway 48 Map 38 Position Data 51 marine timer 46 Maritime Mobile Service Identity. See MMSI marking a waypoint 9, 28 underwater 93 mayday 69, 113 measuring distance 44 messages 114, 116 Message Tab 77 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    track 14, 16, 37 navigation alarms 71 near current route 18, 19 destination 18, 19 next 18, 19 other 18, 19 next turn 82 NMEA 86, 87, 88, 106 north up 6, 41 no beacon signal 108 O off road 81 off route recalculation 82 on-screen button 8 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual Options Menu opening 9 using
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    water temp 72 waypoint 24 categories 30 create 24 edit 29 information page 19 name 29 projecting 28 proximity 33 reviewing 26 symbol 29 transition to next 24 week view 73 welcome message 85 whiteline 92, 100 Wide Area Augmentation System. See WAAS X xImage 105 Z zoom 41 GPSMAP 276C Owner's Manual
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    or the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. January 2009 © 2009 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA Garmin (Europe) Ltd.
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