Garmin GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual

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  • Garmin GPSMAP 76CSx | Owner's Manual - Page 1
    GPSMAP® 76CSx mapping gps owner's manual GPSMAP 76CSx shown with optional MapSource® data.
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    subsidiaries, registered in the USA and other countries. GPSMAP®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, BlueChart®, and MapSource® are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin. This product includes technology owned by SiRF Technology
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    Support. In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at +44 (0) 870.8501242 (outside the UK) or 0808 2380000 (within the UK). Optional ��A�c�c�e�s�s�o�r�ie�s� For a complete list of available accessories and maps for use with the eTrex, refer to http://buy.garmin.com. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    Garmin i Optional Accessories i Operating the GPSMAP 76CSx iii Warnings iv Important Information iv Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Using the GPSMAP 76CSx Keypad 3 Turning on the GPSMAP 76CSx 4 Initializing the GPS Receiver 4 Basic Operation 7 Creating and Using Waypoints 7 Using
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    indicate that you should highlight a series of items on the screen using the ROCKER, and press ENTER after each item. For example, if you see "select Service > Show Info," you should highlight Service, and press ENTER. Then highlight Show Info, and press ENTER again. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual iii
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    navigate safely. • Use this unit only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt to use with California's Proposition 65. See � www.garmin.com/prop65 for more information. The California Electronic map information is either not available or is prohibitively expensive. iv GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    Unit Overview Internal antenna Interface keys Getting Started GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Getting Started Auxiliary GPS Antenna Connector Battery compartment cover Battery compartment locking D-ring External Data/ Auxiliary Power Port USB connector port Carry lanyard attachment slots 
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    Getting Started Batteries, microSD Card, and Lanyard The GPSMAP 76CSx operates on two AA batteries (not included), which are located in the back of the unit. You can use Alkaline, NiMH, or Lithium batteries. See page the carry lanyard in the slot at the bottom of the unit GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    Using the GPSMAP 76CSx Keypad IN/OUT Zoom Keys Press to zoom in or out on the Map page. Press to scroll up or down a list on any other page. FIND/MOB Key Press at any time to view the Find Menu. Press and hold for MOB. POWER Key Press and hold to turn the unit
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    view of the sky. To initialize your GPSMAP 76CSx: Hold the unit in front of you facing the sky and observe the Satellite page. While the GPS receiver is searching for the satellite signals, a of solutions appears. Highlight the appropriate solution and press ENTER.  GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    a significant event in the operation of the unit occurs, an on-screen message appears to advise you of the occurrence. In each case the condition is described and often a remedy provided. Press ENTER to acknowledge the message and close the window. On-Screen Messages GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 
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    CD-ROM data to the microSD card. Higher capacity and pre-loaded microSD map data cards are also available. Map data transfer requires the USB Interface Cable provided with the unit to transfer MapSource data from a PC to the microSD card when installed in the GPSMAP 76CSx. Use the USB Mass Storage
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    more common operations you can perform with your GPSMAP 76CSx including using the Find Menu, creating and using waypoints, tracks, and routes. Creating and Using Waypoints Waypoints are locations or landmarks you record and store in your GPS. You can add waypoints to routes and even create a Go To
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    . 5. Use the ROCKER to move the waypoint to a new location, and press ENTER. Averaging a Waypoint's Location You can average a new waypoint location over time to produce a more accurate location. Note: You must have a GPS Satellite fix before you can average a waypoint's location. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner
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    fields at the bottom of the page, and press QUIT when finished. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Basic Operation Proximity Waypoints Use the Proximity Waypoints page to define an alarm circle around a waypoint. Proximity icon Radius field Empty line Proximity Alarms check box To add a proximity
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    . To create a waypoint using the MOB feature: 1. Press and hold FIND/MOB to mark the MOB waypoint. 2. Press ENTER to open the Map page showing the path from your current location to the MOB point. Use the Compass page for additional guidance to the MOB point. 10 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    , and exits included in the GPSMAP 76CSx basemap. Additional icons appear depending on the optional BlueChart or MapSource data loaded to the unit. Press FIND to open the Find Menu. Waypoint Options Menu Find Menu with optional MapSource data Cities Options Menu Find By Name Use Find By Name if you
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    4. Select Go To to begin navigation. Using the Find Information Page When you Waypoint-create a new waypoint by entering bearing and distance from a referenced location. See page 9. • Find Near Here-return to the Find Menu to search for map items near the item. 12 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    on the map: 1. Press FIND. 2. Select an icon on the Find Menu. 3. Press MENU, select Change Reference. The Map page appears. 4. Use the ROCKER to pan the arrow (pointer) to the map location you want. The Find list shows a list of items near the new map location. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 13
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    to Geocache Navigation mode and any additional information about downloaded cache location is shown in the comment field. When a geocache is found, the unit marks the cache as found, logs an entry into the calendar, and provides an option that shows the nearest cache. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    Address If you downloaded detailed mapping data, use the Addresses icon on the Find Menu to find an address. When you enter the street number, street name, and city, the find feature matches that data with addresses in the map database. Addresses icon Addresses Page GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 15
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    mapping data. Follow the basic steps for finding an address when searching for an intersection. 16 Finding a Marine Point If using MapSource BlueChart marine cartograpy, use the Marine menu which contains subcategories including Wrecks, Tides, Navaids, Marine Services GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    listed first. POI Loader and Custom Points of Interest You can create your own category for points of interest by using the Garmin POI Loader utility available from the Garmin Web site www.garmin.com/products/poiloader/. Follow the Help instructions to use POI Loader. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 17
  • Garmin GPSMAP 76CSx | Owner's Manual - Page 24
    current track log appears at the top of the Tracks page. List of saved tracks Percentage of memory used Tracks Page To clear the track log: 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. 2. time, or frequency. • Color-select the color of the active track on the map. 18 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    date .gpx file appears in the Data Card Tracks list. This file is a continuous compilation of all track data for the indicated date. As long as this feature is enabled, a new file is recorded for each day you use the unit. Recording continues until the card is filled. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 19
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    Basic Operation 3. Use the USB cable to connect to your computer and then access the USB Mass Storage feature as explained on page 41. Open the track logs using Garmin MapSource or another .gpx filecompatible application. 4. To delete these track logs from the microSD card, highlight individual logs
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    so on, until you reach your destination. 5. Press MENU > Stop Navigation to exit. To create a waypoint on a saved track: 1. With the saved track on the map, use the ROCKER to move the pointer on the track point that you want to mark as a user waypoint. 2. Press ENTER. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 21
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    that lead you to your final destination. The GPSMAP 76CSx stores 50 routes with up to 250 points each. Create or modify a route using the Routes page, and add waypoints to a route. Create complex routes using MapSource map data. To create a route: 1. Press MENU twice > Routes. 2. Select New
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    page, select a saved route. 2. Select Navigate to begin navigation. 3. Press QUIT to view the list of turns on the route. To view an individual turn, select it. Active Route Page when following roads Turn Preview Page 4. Use the ROCKER to scroll through all turns. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 23
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    of the saved route with the same name, followed by a number. • Delete Route-deletes the saved route. • Change Data Fields-select different values for the two data fields at the bottom of the page. • Restore Defaults-restore route settings to the factory default settings. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    Pages Main Pages The GPSMAP 76CSx has six main pages: Satellite page, Trip Computer page, Map page, Compass page, Altimeter page, and the Main Menu. Cycle through these pages by pressing the PAGE key to move forward or pressing the QUIT key to reverse. Add additional pages by using the Page Sequence
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    -menu Map Page with data fields Two map operating modes, position mode and pan mode, determine what is shown on the map. Position mode pans the map to keep your present location in the screen area. The position marker shows your travel on the Map page. When you press the GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    area with less detail. The current Zoom Range setting is shown in the lower left corner of the Map page. If no further map information is available, "overzoom" appears under the Zoom Range When using MapSource detailed maps, "mapsource" appears below the scale. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 27
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    Text. 2. Select Always Show, Never Show, or Show When Navigating. If you select Always Show, a guidance message always appears. If you select Show When Navigating, a guidance message shows until you select Stop Navigation. Setup Map See page 42 for detailed instructions. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    ), and press ENTER. A push pin icon marks the starting point on the map. 3. Move the arrow to the point you want to measure to. The measurement labeled REF Main Pages Compass Page The Compass page guides you to your destination with a graphic compass and a guidance. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 29
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    the electronic compass, turn it off to conserve batteries. When it is turned off, the unit uses the GPS receiver for navigation. 2. Hold the GPSMAP 76CSx level to get an accurate electronic compass reading. 30 Setting the speed and time for Compass Auto On/Off: 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main
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    Compass page. Main Pages Compass Page Options • Sight 'N Go-navigate to an object within your sight. • Stop (Resume) Navigation-turns active navigation for a route or Go To on and off. • Recalculate electronic compass. • Restore Defaults-returns to factory settings. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 31
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    using the course pointer as a guide. OR Select Project Waypoint. 5. Enter an estimated distance from your current location to establish a projected waypoint location. 6. Select Go To to open the Map page and begin navigation to the projected waypoint the destination. 32 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    Bearing Pointer always indicates the direction to your destination from your current location. If you are using the course pointer option, and you drift away from the line of travel from your original location can show three or four data fields on the Compass page. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 33
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    want to show in the data fields. • Reset-reset the elevation data and the maximum elevation data. • Calibrate Altimeter-if you know the correct elevation for your location, increase accuracy by using the Calibrate Altimeter option. • Restore Defaults-clears recorded data. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    you want from the Altimeter options menu to show the plot. 2. Adjust time and distance measurement using the Elevation Plot Zoom Ranges. 3. To clear the plot, clear the Track Log. Elevation over Select View Pressure Plot to plot changes in barometric pressure. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 35
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    adjust zoom ranges: 1. Select the type of plot you want to show, and use the ROCKER to select Zoom Ranges. 2. Move the ROCKER up and down to a pressure plot To use the View Points option: 1. Press MENU > View Pressure Plot or View Elevation Plot to open the Plot page. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    Elevation?" highlight Yes, and press ENTER. If you do not know the elevation, select No to use pressure option. If you do not know the pressure, select No to use the default GPS elevation. 3. Use the ROCKER to enter the new elevation or pressure, select OK. Reset Page GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 37
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    Deleted" prompt, and press ENTER to complete the reset. • Big Numbers-shows fewer fields with larger numbers. • Change Data Fields-allows you to select the type of data you want to show in the data fields. • Restore Defaults-allows you to return the page to factory settings. 38 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner
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    destination. Main Menu Highway Page NOTE: If a page is added to the page sequence, the page icon does not appear on the Main Menu. To use the Highway Page: Select the Highway page from the Main Menu and observe your path on the highway graphic. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 39
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    power is lost. • Proximity Alarms-turns custom POI and Proximity alarms on and off. Use the option menu to restore defaults, read microSD card information, or view the version of unit software minutes. • Backlight Intensity Level-use the slider to adjust the brightness. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    following: • GARMIN­-the proprietary format used to exchange waypoint, route, track log and MapSource data with a computer. • NMEA In/NMEA Out-Supports input and output remap a drive letter for the storage device. 4. After the transfer, end the USB cable connection. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 41
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    . General Points Information Tracks Text Marine 3. With a Map Setup feature highlighted, press ENTER to show the list of options for that feature. Each page has a sub-menu of general options. To access this menu, press MENU with the preferred setup page displayed. 42 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    saved tracks are shown on the map. • Track Log-sets the maximum zoom range at which active track logs are shown. • Track Points-sets the maximum number of track points used to record a track. • Go To Line-selects either a bearing or course line for navigating a track. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 43
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    Map Setup - Information Page Press MENU to view options for displaying maps. Map Setup - Marine Page Use the Map Setup - Marine page to customize settings for marine colors, spot soundings, light sectors, and symbol sets. Map Setup - Text Page 44 Map Setup - Marine Page GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    Symbol Set-select the symbol set to use (Auto, GARMIN, NOAA, International). Routing Setup Use to customize the wayrouting functions behave. To location to your destination. This is useful when traveling outside of the detailed map coverage area or where no roads exist GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 45
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    route. • Better Route-generates an even better quality route but uses a longer calculation time. • Best Route-generates the optimal 46 Geocache Setup See the Garmin web site for information on geocache locations, log on to http://my.garmin.com, and click Go Geocaching GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    Grid or User options. • Switch to compass heading when below- enter the selected speed for the unit to switch from using GPS to the electronic compass. • for more than...-enter a time limit to switch to the compass. Calibration Setup Page Refer to page 31 and page 37. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 47
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    to select on or off. When on, elevation is corrected by GPS. 3. Select the Barometer Mode field to specify "Variable Elevation" ( www.garmin.com for detailed information. Proximity Waypoints Use the Proximity Waypoints page to define an alarm circle around a waypoint. 48 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    2.3, and RS-232 and USB for PC interface Data Storage Life: Indefinite: no memory battery required Map Storage: Dependant on the formatted capacity of the microSD Digital Card (A small portion of the card capacity has been used in formatting the card for use.) GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 49
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    Options Menu allows you to enable or disable NMEA sentences, set waypoint ID's and the precision of Lat/Lon minutes. Power(+) Ground(-) (-) Ground (+) Power Data Out Data Out Unit Power/Data Port View 50 Optional Power/Data Serial Port Cable with Bare Wire Leads GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    You can connect your GPSMAP 76CSx to your computer using either a serial port or USB connector cable. Note: Fully install the supplied MapSource program, Trip & Waypoint Manager, on your computer before connecting the USB cable to the computer. To connect your GPSMAP 76CSx to your computer: 1. Lift
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    Appendix Caring for the GPSMAP 76CSx The GPSMAP 76CSx case is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance except cleaning. Cleaning the Case Clean the unit's outer casing (except for the screen) using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution and then wipe dry.
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    the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the GPS unit. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Appendix • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should
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    confirmations are not accepted for warranty verification. To obtain warranty service, an original or copy of the sales receipt from the original retailer is required. Garmin will not replace missing components from any package purchased through an online auction. 54 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    76CSx Owner's Manual Appendix Software License Agreement BY USING THE GPSMAP 76CSx, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device
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    L language 40 lock on road 43 log track to data card 19 M man overboard (MOB) 10 map page options 28 setup 42 MapSource 6 marine alarms setup 46 measuring distance 29 Menu key 3 messages 5 N navigating routes 23 saved tracks 21 new location 26 O off road transition 24 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
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    up 28 trip computer 38 turning on/off 4 U units setup 47 USB mass storage 41 W warranty 53 water immersion 52 waypoints 7, 8 averaging location 8 creating 7 current location 7 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual editing 8 finding 14 MOB 10 projecting 9 proximity 9 using 7 Z zoom ranges 20, 34 Index 57
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    For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. © 2007 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Liberty House,
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