Garmin GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual - Page 13

Basic Operation This section explains some of the 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 directly to the selected waypoint. You can create waypoints using three methods. Press the ENTER/MARK key while at a location, create a waypoint on the Map page, or enter coordinates for a waypoint manually. Marking Your Current Location Use the ENTER/MARK key to quickly capture your current location creating a new waypoint. You must have a valid position (2D or 3D) fix to mark your current location. Basic Operation To mark your current location: 1. Press and hold the ENTER/MARK key until the Mark Waypoint page appears. A default three- digit name and symbol are assigned to the new waypoint. Waypoint symbol Waypoint name Mark Waypoint Page 2. To accept the waypoint with the default information, highlight OK. OR To change any information, select the appropriate field, and press ENTER to open the on-screen keypad. After entering and confirming your changes, select OK. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual