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...;culty while using our on the Home Page and follow instructions for choosing the Garmin GPSmap 76C handheld navigation system. at Tel. 44/0870.8501241 - Fax. 44/0870.8501251. GPSmap 76C Introduction Preface Contact Garmin If you with your GPSmap 76C and how to use GPS Navigation to record the serial number in the U.S.A. Many services provided by e-mail...
...;culty while using our on the Home Page and follow instructions for choosing the Garmin GPSmap 76C handheld navigation system. at Tel. 44/0870.8501241 - Fax. 44/0870.8501251. GPSmap 76C Introduction Preface Contact Garmin If you with your GPSmap 76C and how to use GPS Navigation to record the serial number in the U.S.A. Many services provided by e-mail...
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... and, therefore, become unsafe. GPSmap 76C Introduction Warnings and Precautions v Virtually all GPS equipment. This Notice is being provided in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with California... performance of all data sources contain inaccurate or incomplete data to our web site at a reasonable cost. Although the Garmin GPSmap 76C is subject to changes which we identify as required in accordance with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available...
... and, therefore, become unsafe. GPSmap 76C Introduction Warnings and Precautions v Virtually all GPS equipment. This Notice is being provided in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with California... performance of all data sources contain inaccurate or incomplete data to our web site at a reasonable cost. Although the Garmin GPSmap 76C is subject to changes which we identify as required in accordance with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available...
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... Started 1-7 Battery Installation and Start Up 1 Key Functions 2 Unit Features 3 Initialization 4 The Satellite Page 4 Navigating with the GPSmap 76C 5 The Main Page Sequence 6 The Main Page Features 7 Table of Contents Section 3: GPS Navigation 8-54 The Map Page 8 The Compass Page 14 The Trip Computer Page 16 Using Waypoints 17 Using Find...System Setup 47 Interface Setup 48 Tones Setup 50 Page Sequence Setup 50 Map Setup 51 Routing Setup 54 Geocache Setup 55 Marine Setup 55 Time Setup 56 Units Setup 56 Heading Setup 57 Welcome Page Setup 57 Proximity Waypoints 58 vii
... Started 1-7 Battery Installation and Start Up 1 Key Functions 2 Unit Features 3 Initialization 4 The Satellite Page 4 Navigating with the GPSmap 76C 5 The Main Page Sequence 6 The Main Page Features 7 Table of Contents Section 3: GPS Navigation 8-54 The Map Page 8 The Compass Page 14 The Trip Computer Page 16 Using Waypoints 17 Using Find...System Setup 47 Interface Setup 48 Tones Setup 50 Page Sequence Setup 50 Map Setup 51 Routing Setup 54 Geocache Setup 55 Marine Setup 55 Time Setup 56 Units Setup 56 Heading Setup 57 Welcome Page Setup 57 Proximity Waypoints 58 vii
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GPSmap 76C Introduction Table of Contents Section 4: GPS Features 59-67 Calendar 59 Alarm Clock 60 Calculator 60 Stopwatch 61 Sun and Moon Tables 62 Hunt and Fish Tables 63 GPS Enhanced Games 64 Non-Enhanced Game 67 Section 5: Appendix 68-85 Accessories 68 Specifcations 70 Data Field Definitions 72 Connecting the GPSmap 76C to a Computer 76 Downloading MapSource Map Data 77 UTC Offset Chart 78 Map Datums and Position Formats 79 Loran TD Setup 80 WAAS and DGPS 81 Wiring Diagram 82 Index 83 Limited Warranty 85 viii
GPSmap 76C Introduction Table of Contents Section 4: GPS Features 59-67 Calendar 59 Alarm Clock 60 Calculator 60 Stopwatch 61 Sun and Moon Tables 62 Hunt and Fish Tables 63 GPS Enhanced Games 64 Non-Enhanced Game 67 Section 5: Appendix 68-85 Accessories 68 Specifcations 70 Data Field Definitions 72 Connecting the GPSmap 76C to a Computer 76 Downloading MapSource Map Data 77 UTC Offset Chart 78 Map Datums and Position Formats 79 Loran TD Setup 80 WAAS and DGPS 81 Wiring Diagram 82 Index 83 Limited Warranty 85 viii
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Carry Lanyard Attachment Slots GPSmap 76C Getting Started Unit Features GPS Quad-Helix Antenna (on front of unit) • Provides quick satellite acquisition. External Power and Data Connector Port (under weather cover) • Provides interface...adapter connection. Battery Compartment Locking D-Ring • Turn 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and lift to a remote GPS antenna with MCX connector. Otherwise, your PC may attempt to page 76 for detailed instructions. 3 Auxiliary GPS Antenna Connector (under weather cover) • Provides connection to remove cover. Refer to auto-install USB ...
Carry Lanyard Attachment Slots GPSmap 76C Getting Started Unit Features GPS Quad-Helix Antenna (on front of unit) • Provides quick satellite acquisition. External Power and Data Connector Port (under weather cover) • Provides interface...adapter connection. Battery Compartment Locking D-Ring • Turn 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and lift to a remote GPS antenna with MCX connector. Otherwise, your PC may attempt to page 76 for detailed instructions. 3 Auxiliary GPS Antenna Connector (under weather cover) • Provides connection to remove cover. Refer to auto-install USB ...
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... your general location so the GPSmap 76C can also observe a sky view array of solutions appears. While the GPS receiver is replaced by the Satellite Page. 3. You can search for satellites in the array. GPSmap 76C Getting Started Initialization & the Satellite Page The GPSmap 76C locates satellites above you use the...if you must be outdoors and have a clear view of movement. Options Menu Satellite Page Acquiring Satellite Signals 4 Starting Up the GPS Receiver When you turn on the GPSmap 76C, the GPS receiver begins to search for those satellites above its location.
... your general location so the GPSmap 76C can also observe a sky view array of solutions appears. While the GPS receiver is replaced by the Satellite Page. 3. You can search for satellites in the array. GPSmap 76C Getting Started Initialization & the Satellite Page The GPSmap 76C locates satellites above you use the...if you must be outdoors and have a clear view of movement. Options Menu Satellite Page Acquiring Satellite Signals 4 Starting Up the GPS Receiver When you turn on the GPSmap 76C, the GPS receiver begins to search for those satellites above its location.
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...the top of the Main Pages: The Map Page graphically shows you map details, your current location, marks your GPSmap 76C, the solution could be as simple as moving slightly to begin GPS aided navigation. Track - A path to a selected destination (waypoint, city, address, etc.). Refer to indicate ... at least three satellites, the display at the top of the display indicates the GPS status and status of travel data. You are three methods of navigating to a destination when using the GPSmap 76C', each graphically displayed on Tracks, Routes and Waypoints for any reason, you have...
...the top of the Main Pages: The Map Page graphically shows you map details, your current location, marks your GPSmap 76C, the solution could be as simple as moving slightly to begin GPS aided navigation. Track - A path to a selected destination (waypoint, city, address, etc.). Refer to indicate ... at least three satellites, the display at the top of the display indicates the GPS status and status of travel data. You are three methods of navigating to a destination when using the GPSmap 76C', each graphically displayed on Tracks, Routes and Waypoints for any reason, you have...
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GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page "North Up" Mode with Map oriented with North at the ...• Customize the map display to your requirements. It allows you activate the Track Log feature, your path of the GPSmap 76C. When you to pan the map with the unit (i.e. The map display can use the Map Page to map items by... for easier viewing in the direction of the area surrounding your progress when navigating. residential streets, parks, etc.) because Garmin MapSource® detailed mapping data has been downloaded from a CD-ROM program. You can be changed to orient the map...
GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page "North Up" Mode with Map oriented with North at the ...• Customize the map display to your requirements. It allows you activate the Track Log feature, your path of the GPSmap 76C. When you to pan the map with the unit (i.e. The map display can use the Map Page to map items by... for easier viewing in the direction of the area surrounding your progress when navigating. residential streets, parks, etc.) because Garmin MapSource® detailed mapping data has been downloaded from a CD-ROM program. You can be changed to orient the map...
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...information, see pages that the resolution of the map data is shown in units of measurement selected in so far that follow. The GPSmap 76C uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in defining your location. The smaller the circle, the more detail. Optional data fields can be confused ... Panning Arrow. When using MapSource detailed maps, "mapsource" appears below the map scale. Press and hold to view areas not shown on the list. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page Zoom In Zoom Out Map Features Map Scales Accuracy Circle Panning Arrow Guidance Text 9
...information, see pages that the resolution of the map data is shown in units of measurement selected in so far that follow. The GPSmap 76C uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in defining your location. The smaller the circle, the more detail. Optional data fields can be confused ... Panning Arrow. When using MapSource detailed maps, "mapsource" appears below the map scale. Press and hold to view areas not shown on the list. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page Zoom In Zoom Out Map Features Map Scales Accuracy Circle Panning Arrow Guidance Text 9
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... is no active navigation. Allows you can customize the map to change the way the map displays items by selecting your own settings for navigation. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page The Map Page Options Menu A Quick Look at the top of the page showing Speed, Heading, Elevation and Time. Recalculate...
... is no active navigation. Allows you can customize the map to change the way the map displays items by selecting your own settings for navigation. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page The Map Page Options Menu A Quick Look at the top of the page showing Speed, Heading, Elevation and Time. Recalculate...
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..., or four navigation data fields. 3. After making your choice and press ENTER. You can choose to highlight the first data field. 3. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page Data Field Sub-Menu Two Data Fields Three Data Fields Some Data Field Options are related to the display of data... received from a list of types of navigation data to the GPSmap 76C, for an explanation of what each option represents, see page 72 of Data Field Options 11 Highlight your selection and entry, use the ROCKER...
..., or four navigation data fields. 3. After making your choice and press ENTER. You can choose to highlight the first data field. 3. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page Data Field Sub-Menu Two Data Fields Three Data Fields Some Data Field Options are related to the display of data... received from a list of types of navigation data to the GPSmap 76C, for an explanation of what each option represents, see page 72 of Data Field Options 11 Highlight your selection and entry, use the ROCKER...
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... With Map Page displayed, press the MENU key to activate. If you select "Always Show" and you are not navigating, the message field will display GPS Status information, To Setup the Map: Refer to display the Guidance Text Options Menu. 3. If you select "Always Show" a guidance message will be displayed... Text Option and press ENTER to the Map Setup section of the navigation methods described on page 51. 12 Guidance Message when navigating GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page Guidance Text Options Menu GPS Status Message when not navigating To display Guidance Text: 1.
... With Map Page displayed, press the MENU key to activate. If you select "Always Show" and you are not navigating, the message field will display GPS Status information, To Setup the Map: Refer to display the Guidance Text Options Menu. 3. If you select "Always Show" a guidance message will be displayed... Text Option and press ENTER to the Map Setup section of the navigation methods described on page 51. 12 Guidance Message when navigating GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page Guidance Text Options Menu GPS Status Message when not navigating To display Guidance Text: 1.
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... ENTER and then move the Map Pointer to the first map point you to return the map settings to measure from your current location. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page Measured Distance Turning Declutter On/Off This Map Page option allows you to use the ROCKER key to position the Map...
... ENTER and then move the Map Pointer to the first map point you to return the map settings to measure from your current location. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Map Page Measured Distance Turning Declutter On/Off This Map Page option allows you to use the ROCKER key to position the Map...
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... progress, the Compass Page provides navigation data and directions. The compass does not function as current speed, distance to accurate and efficient navigation. When moving . GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Compass Page Using the Compass Page The Compass Page is your course of travel and the distance you drift off course. The compass...
... progress, the Compass Page provides navigation data and directions. The compass does not function as current speed, distance to accurate and efficient navigation. When moving . GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Compass Page Using the Compass Page The Compass Page is your course of travel and the distance you drift off course. The compass...
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... stop navigating. 3. The next option is "Change Data Fields" which can be highlighted and activated by pressing ENTER to your current location might be highlighted. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Compass Page Compass Page Options Menu Course Deviation Distance (Use the IN and OUT keys to display the Options Menu. 2. For example: if...
... stop navigating. 3. The next option is "Change Data Fields" which can be highlighted and activated by pressing ENTER to your current location might be highlighted. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Compass Page Compass Page Options Menu Course Deviation Distance (Use the IN and OUT keys to display the Options Menu. 2. For example: if...
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... and Routes. Reset Page You can use the "Big Numbers" option which shows fewer fields with a wide variety of data to display is available. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Trip Computer Page Select "Change Data Fields" or press the ROCKER key to highlight a field you with larger displays. It indicates your...
... and Routes. Reset Page You can use the "Big Numbers" option which shows fewer fields with a wide variety of data to display is available. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Trip Computer Page Select "Change Data Fields" or press the ROCKER key to highlight a field you with larger displays. It indicates your...
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...and press ENTER. 5. You can be assigned a unique design. If you choose a name that can mark your unit. Access the Garmin website http://www.garmin.com/ximage to display the Mark Waypoint Page Mark Waypoint Page 4. To assign an identifying symbol to a waypoint, use the ROCKER key...location as a waypoint and displays name for the waypoint. Custom Waypoint 17 Using Waypoints ENTER To mark your current (or any time. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Mark Waypoint Page The Mark Waypoint Page allows you to mark and record your current location as a waypoint: 1. Use the...
...and press ENTER. 5. You can be assigned a unique design. If you choose a name that can mark your unit. Access the Garmin website http://www.garmin.com/ximage to display the Mark Waypoint Page Mark Waypoint Page 4. To assign an identifying symbol to a waypoint, use the ROCKER key...location as a waypoint and displays name for the waypoint. Custom Waypoint 17 Using Waypoints ENTER To mark your current (or any time. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation The Mark Waypoint Page The Mark Waypoint Page allows you to mark and record your current location as a waypoint: 1. Use the...
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... there are no land marks for that location it to display the item information page. MOB Prompt To create a waypoint using the map panning arrow: 1. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation Using Waypoints Map Item selected as a waypoint. Press ENTER to the Find Menu Waypoints List. With the Information Page displayed, highlight the "Save" button...
... there are no land marks for that location it to display the item information page. MOB Prompt To create a waypoint using the map panning arrow: 1. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation Using Waypoints Map Item selected as a waypoint. Press ENTER to the Find Menu Waypoints List. With the Information Page displayed, highlight the "Save" button...
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... enter new data. 3. Use the Find Feature to page 21 for more accuracy, but only while the GPS has a fix on using measurements over time for details on the location and before saving it . GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation Using Waypoints Waypoint Symbols Chart Delete Button Waypoint Options Menu Average Location Page 19 Highlight the...
... enter new data. 3. Use the Find Feature to page 21 for more accuracy, but only while the GPS has a fix on using measurements over time for details on the location and before saving it . GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation Using Waypoints Waypoint Symbols Chart Delete Button Waypoint Options Menu Average Location Page 19 Highlight the...
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... to the waypoint. 4. To project a waypoint: 1. Press ENTER again to place a "Move" marker next to the desired loca- Press the MENU key to page 23.) 2. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation Using Waypoints New Location Original Location Moving a Waypoint Project Waypoint Page 20 Projected Waypoint on the Map To Move a Waypoint on the map and...
... to the waypoint. 4. To project a waypoint: 1. Press ENTER again to place a "Move" marker next to the desired loca- Press the MENU key to page 23.) 2. GPSmap 76C GPS Navigation Using Waypoints New Location Original Location Moving a Waypoint Project Waypoint Page 20 Projected Waypoint on the Map To Move a Waypoint on the map and...
