Garmin GPS 60 Quick Start Guide   - Page 2

USE BY: 2009 V V Learning Key Functions POWER Key-Press and hold to turn unit on/off. Press and release to adjust backlighting and contrast. IN IN/OUT Zoom Keys-From the Map Page, press and release to zoom in or out. From any other page, press OUT to scroll up or down a list FIND FIND Key-Press and release at any time to view the Find Page. Press and hold for Man Overboard. MARK MARK Key-Press and release at any time to mark your current location as a waypoint. QUIT QUIT Key-Press and release to cancel data entry or to exit a page or menu. PAGE PAGE Key-Press and release to cycle through the Main Pages. Press to close the on-screen keyboard. MENU MENU Key-Press and release to view a menu for each page. Press twice to view the Main Menu. ENTR ENTER Key-Press and release to select highlighted options and data or confirm on-screen messages. V ROCKER Key-Press left, right, up, or down to move through lists, highlight fields, on-screen buttons, and V icons, enter data, or move the map panning arrow. Installing Batteries The GPS 60 operates on two AA batteries (not included). Alkaline or NiMH batteries may be used (see the Owner's Manual for directions to set the battery type). Stored data will not be lost when batteries are removed. To install batteries: Locking Pin 1. Remove the battery cover by Slot lifting the D-ring, turning it 1/4 turn counterclockwise, and then pulling the cover away. 2. Insert the batteries, observing the proper polarity. 3. Reinstall the battery cover by connecting the bottom of the cover to the bottom of the unit. Make sure the tab on the cover fits into the slot on the unit. Press the cover closed and turn the D-ring clockwise to lock. USE BY: 2009 Battery Information • When replacing batteries, use only new or fully charged batteries. • Do not mix Alkaline and NiMH batteries. • Disposable batteries typically last longer than rechargeable batteries. • Extensive use of backlighting, WAAS, or key beep tones significantly reduces battery life. Battery Compartment D-Ring Battery Cover Initializing the GPS Before you can begin using your GPS 60, you must wait for the GPS to initialize. This process allows the GPS 60 to receive and store satellite information and begin using the satellites for navigation. Initialization happens automatically and should take no more than a few minutes. To initialize the unit (acquire satellites): 1. Take your GPS 60 outside where it has a clear view of the sky and turn it on. The Welcome Page appears, followed by the Satellite Page. 2. Wait while the GPS 60 searches for satellite signals. While the unit is searching, you will see the message 'Acquiring Satellites.' 3. Once your GPS 60 has acquired satellites, your location in coordinates appears at the top of the page. Satellite Page If, for some reason, the GPS 60 is not able to gather the necessary satellite information, try moving away from tall buildings, trees, or other obstructions. Refer to your Owner's Manual for more instructions. Adjusting the Backlight and Contrast If you cannot see the screen of your GPS 60 clearly, adjust the brightness and contrast of the backlight. 1. Press and release the POWER key. 2. Press the ROCKER key up or down to increase or decrease screen brightness. 3. Press the ROCKER key left or right to change the screen contrast. Press QUIT to exit. Brightness Contrast Viewing the Main Pages Your GPS 60 shows all the information you need to navigate on five Main Pages (or screens): the Satellite Page, Trip Computer Page, Map Page, Compass Page, and Main Menu Page. Press the PAGE key to see each Main Page in the order shown. Satellite Page Trip Computer Page Map Page Main Menu Page Entering Data Compass Page To enter or change data, use the ROCKER key and the ENTER key. Press the ROCKER key left, right, up, or down to highlight a field you want to change. Press ENTER to select the field. Then use the ROCKER key to select options from a menu and press ENTER. You may need to enter words or numbers with the ROCKER key and an on-screen keyboard. To enter data, use The on-screen keyboard the ROCKER key to highlight a letter or number. Press ENTER to select the highlighted letter or number. Continue choosing letters with the ROCKER and ENTER keys. When you are finished, highlight 'OK' and press ENTER.