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... without the express prior written consent of this manual may not be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded or stored in Taiwan Garmin®, MapSource®, BlueChart®, TracBack® and GPSmap® are registered trademarks and AutoLocate™ is subject to print one copy of this manual or of any revision hereto, provided...
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GPSmap 76CS Introduction Table of Contents Section 4: GPS Features 71-79 Calendar 71 Alarm Clock 72 Calculator 72 Stopwatch 73 Sun and Moon Tables 74 Hunt and Fish Tables 75 GPS Enhanced Games 76 Non-Enhanced Game 79 Section 5: Appendix 80-98 Accessories 80 Specifcations 82 Data Field Definitions 84 Connecting the GPSmap 76CS to a Computer 89 Downloading MapSource Map Data 90 UTC Offset Chart 91 Map Datums and Position Formats 92 Loran TD Setup 93 WAAS and DGPS 94 Wiring Diagram 95 Index 96 Limited Warranty 99 viii
GPSmap 76CS Introduction Table of Contents Section 4: GPS Features 71-79 Calendar 71 Alarm Clock 72 Calculator 72 Stopwatch 73 Sun and Moon Tables 74 Hunt and Fish Tables 75 GPS Enhanced Games 76 Non-Enhanced Game 79 Section 5: Appendix 80-98 Accessories 80 Specifcations 82 Data Field Definitions 84 Connecting the GPSmap 76CS to a Computer 89 Downloading MapSource Map Data 90 UTC Offset Chart 91 Map Datums and Position Formats 92 Loran TD Setup 93 WAAS and DGPS 94 Wiring Diagram 95 Index 96 Limited Warranty 99 viii
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...port interface to a remote GPS antenna (MCX connector). Carry Lanyard Attachment Slots 3 IMPORTANT NOTE: Before connecting the unit to a PC for faster data transfer. GPSmap 76CS Getting Started Unit Features GPS Antenna (on front of unit) • Provides quick satellite acquisition. Battery Compartment Cover (weather cover) USB Connector Port (under ... instructions. Auxiliary GPS Antenna Connector (under weather cover) • Provides interface to the USB Cable, install the USB Cable drivers included with the MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM provided with the unit.
...port interface to a remote GPS antenna (MCX connector). Carry Lanyard Attachment Slots 3 IMPORTANT NOTE: Before connecting the unit to a PC for faster data transfer. GPSmap 76CS Getting Started Unit Features GPS Antenna (on front of unit) • Provides quick satellite acquisition. Battery Compartment Cover (weather cover) USB Connector Port (under ... instructions. Auxiliary GPS Antenna Connector (under weather cover) • Provides interface to the USB Cable, install the USB Cable drivers included with the MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM provided with the unit.
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...also displays geographic details such as a waypoint. • Locate and navigate to : • Determine your requirements. residential streets, parks, etc.) because Garmin MapSource® detailed mapping data has been downloaded from a CD-ROM program. It allows you activate the Track Log feature, your path of travel), a.... The map display can use the Map Page to map items by a dotted line. The Map Page displays a detailed map of the GPSmap 76CS. When in the "Track Up" mode (oriented in the direction of movement is indicated by following a Route displayed on the map. •...
...also displays geographic details such as a waypoint. • Locate and navigate to : • Determine your requirements. residential streets, parks, etc.) because Garmin MapSource® detailed mapping data has been downloaded from a CD-ROM program. It allows you activate the Track Log feature, your path of travel), a.... The map display can use the Map Page to map items by a dotted line. The Map Page displays a detailed map of the GPSmap 76CS. When in the "Track Up" mode (oriented in the direction of movement is indicated by following a Route displayed on the map. •...
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...top of the map. When using MapSource detailed maps, "mapsource" appears below the map scale. a list of the map is exceeded and the appearance of those items displays with the item highlighted on the map, also highlighted on the display screen. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Map Page Zoom In...the Panning Arrow. In many instances the map displays an "Accuracy Circle" surrounding the "Position Icon." If there are more detail. The GPSmap 76CS uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in defining your location. When navigating, Guidance Text will be confused with the Map ...
...top of the map. When using MapSource detailed maps, "mapsource" appears below the map scale. a list of the map is exceeded and the appearance of those items displays with the item highlighted on the map, also highlighted on the display screen. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Map Page Zoom In...the Panning Arrow. In many instances the map displays an "Accuracy Circle" surrounding the "Position Icon." If there are more detail. The GPSmap 76CS uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in defining your location. When navigating, Guidance Text will be confused with the Map ...
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...Option 31 If you can effectively shorten your current location or the Panning Arrow (if active). • To save effort in the GPSmap 76CS basemap. Using these options are included in searching again for Waypoints, Cities, and Exits which contains a list of 50 last found , ...64257;nd Marine Points such as Food and Drink, Lodging, etc.). You can also find Waypoint and Geocache Points you have downloaded Garmin MapSource mapping data that contains additional map detail, you can search for Waypoints), "Change Reference" ( by default it will contain only those groups...
...Option 31 If you can effectively shorten your current location or the Panning Arrow (if active). • To save effort in the GPSmap 76CS basemap. Using these options are included in searching again for Waypoints, Cities, and Exits which contains a list of 50 last found , ...64257;nd Marine Points such as Food and Drink, Lodging, etc.). You can also find Waypoint and Geocache Points you have downloaded Garmin MapSource mapping data that contains additional map detail, you can search for Waypoints), "Change Reference" ( by default it will contain only those groups...
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... "Map" and "Save." 40 When detailed marine map data has been downloaded from MapSource Marine Charts you to search for the marine Tide Prediction Stations provided in the marine basemap contained in your GPSmap 76CS. Select from the list and press ENTER to display the information page for that tide.... for the date At the bottom of tide stations nearest to you are on Map Page Found" message displays, then you displays. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Tide Station List Searching for a Marine Point The Find Marine Point feature allows you can use the map pointer to...
... "Map" and "Save." 40 When detailed marine map data has been downloaded from MapSource Marine Charts you to search for the marine Tide Prediction Stations provided in the marine basemap contained in your GPSmap 76CS. Select from the list and press ENTER to display the information page for that tide.... for the date At the bottom of tide stations nearest to you are on Map Page Found" message displays, then you displays. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Tide Station List Searching for a Marine Point The Find Marine Point feature allows you can use the map pointer to...
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... a restaurant that is part of a national chain, only the nearest restaurant to your location is displayed when you must have downloaded MapSource detailed mapping that supports this feature otherwise these options, plus Address and Intersection options, are not functional. Highlight a desired "Points of... your search. 4. Highlight the desired item from search options or choose "Select Category" to display the list of nearest points. 3. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find + Find POI Topic List Search Method Select Category Searching for a Point of Interest You can use the Find Point...
... a restaurant that is part of a national chain, only the nearest restaurant to your location is displayed when you must have downloaded MapSource detailed mapping that supports this feature otherwise these options, plus Address and Intersection options, are not functional. Highlight a desired "Points of... your search. 4. Highlight the desired item from search options or choose "Select Category" to display the list of nearest points. 3. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find + Find POI Topic List Search Method Select Category Searching for a Point of Interest You can use the Find Point...
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... in the map. Zoom Ranges Page 49 GPSmap 76CS Track Profiles Once you have saved a track, you not only have a record of the path you have DEM maps loaded on the map. 4. The beginning of the page and the distance from Digital Elevation Models (DEM) maps (MapSource U.S. GPS Navigation Using Tracks To view...
... in the map. Zoom Ranges Page 49 GPSmap 76CS Track Profiles Once you have saved a track, you not only have a record of the path you have DEM maps loaded on the map. 4. The beginning of the page and the distance from Digital Elevation Models (DEM) maps (MapSource U.S. GPS Navigation Using Tracks To view...
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...Use the ROCKER key to highlight the "New" button and press ENTER to display the Find Menu. 4. The GPSmap 76CS stores 50 routes, with more waypoints to a route from the Find Menu. More complex routes can be added...list of Saved Routes Active Route Page when Off Road Route Setup Page Active Route Page when following roads 51 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Routes Indicates Active Route Options Menu List of saved routes. 2. A route can be created..., map item or waypoint cannot be navigated using a PC and MapSource mapping programs and then transferred to the Saved Routes list.
...Use the ROCKER key to highlight the "New" button and press ENTER to display the Find Menu. 4. The GPSmap 76CS stores 50 routes, with more waypoints to a route from the Find Menu. More complex routes can be added...list of Saved Routes Active Route Page when Off Road Route Setup Page Active Route Page when following roads 51 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Routes Indicates Active Route Options Menu List of saved routes. 2. A route can be created..., map item or waypoint cannot be navigated using a PC and MapSource mapping programs and then transferred to the Saved Routes list.
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... by a numeral 1. The copied route displays on a Route Detail Page: Select the waypoint from the list of the route: (Available only if Garmin MapSource U.S. At the prompt , select "Yes." To reverse the route: With the Options Menu displayed, highlight the "Reverse Route" option and press ENTER...copy the route: Highlight the "Copy Route" option and press ENTER. Press the MENU key to access the Route Waypoint Options Menu. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Routes Route Detail Page Route Waypoint Options Menu Options Menu Route Vertical Profile using U.S. Topo 24K DEM mapping...
... by a numeral 1. The copied route displays on a Route Detail Page: Select the waypoint from the list of the route: (Available only if Garmin MapSource U.S. At the prompt , select "Yes." To reverse the route: With the Options Menu displayed, highlight the "Reverse Route" option and press ENTER...copy the route: Highlight the "Copy Route" option and press ENTER. Press the MENU key to access the Route Waypoint Options Menu. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Routes Route Detail Page Route Waypoint Options Menu Options Menu Route Vertical Profile using U.S. Topo 24K DEM mapping...
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... text output of brightness which can significantly save on battery power. Supports input and output of the beacon receiver directly from the GPSmap 76CS. GARMIN DGPS - Use the ROCKER and ENTER keys to select. Use the ROCKER key to a computer, external NMEA devices, a ... waypoint, route, track log and MapSource data with Garmin differential beacon receivers. using a USB or Serial Port Cable The following settings are available: GARMIN - The proprietary format used with a PC. To change a System Setup feature: 1. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Display Setup Color Scheme...
... text output of brightness which can significantly save on battery power. Supports input and output of the beacon receiver directly from the GPSmap 76CS. GARMIN DGPS - Use the ROCKER and ENTER keys to select. Use the ROCKER key to a computer, external NMEA devices, a ... waypoint, route, track log and MapSource data with Garmin differential beacon receivers. using a USB or Serial Port Cable The following settings are available: GARMIN - The proprietary format used with a PC. To change a System Setup feature: 1. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Display Setup Color Scheme...
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Pressing the MENU key displays list of downloaded detailed maps such as topographic, marine charts, and MapSource maps with auto-routing capability. Map Information Options Menu GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Map Setup The "Text Settings" Map Setup Page The "Map Information" Map Setup Page Map Setup - Text ...highlight the desired map and then the ENTER key to select the text size for displaying maps. The "Marine Settings" Map Setup Page 63 MapSource BlueChart® marine mapping data). Map Setup - Use this page to show it off. You can select from Small, Medium, or Large...
Pressing the MENU key displays list of downloaded detailed maps such as topographic, marine charts, and MapSource maps with auto-routing capability. Map Information Options Menu GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Map Setup The "Text Settings" Map Setup Page The "Map Information" Map Setup Page Map Setup - Text ...highlight the desired map and then the ENTER key to select the text size for displaying maps. The "Marine Settings" Map Setup Page 63 MapSource BlueChart® marine mapping data). Map Setup - Use this page to show it off. You can select from Small, Medium, or Large...
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...Battery Pack - Use of the warranty. MapSource CD-ROMs - Provides connection to your Garmin Dealer or website for use with Auxiliary AC Power Supply - Allows installation on bicycle handlebar. GPSmap 76CS Appendix Accessories USB Interface Cable and MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM with USB... Drivers. See your Garmin Product and void the terms of such accessories might cause damage to a...
...Battery Pack - Use of the warranty. MapSource CD-ROMs - Provides connection to your Garmin Dealer or website for use with Auxiliary AC Power Supply - Allows installation on bicycle handlebar. GPSmap 76CS Appendix Accessories USB Interface Cable and MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM with USB... Drivers. See your Garmin Product and void the terms of such accessories might cause damage to a...
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.... Lift the USB protective cover from Garmin MapSource Map Data CDs. To connect to Interface Setup on the USB cable into the matching port. 2. Connect the remaining cable end to a PC using a Serial Port connector: 1. Install the MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM provided with your GPSmap 76CS on the cable into the matching...
.... Lift the USB protective cover from Garmin MapSource Map Data CDs. To connect to Interface Setup on the USB cable into the matching port. 2. Connect the remaining cable end to a PC using a Serial Port connector: 1. Install the MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM provided with your GPSmap 76CS on the cable into the matching...
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...with maximum Find features and mapping capability. It is not possible to provide your new map download. Garmin MapSource U.S. Because new maps are overwritten. GPSmap 76CS Appendix Downloading MapSource Map Data Garmin MapSource CD-ROM's offer a variety of map data from a topo map to contour lines. When downloading...map transfer in the same location at any other ). Visit the Garmin website for details on which maps work with the GPSmap 76CS. 90 Transferring MapSource Map Data If you have purchased a Garmin MapSource CD-ROM mapping program you may want to retain by adding ...
...with maximum Find features and mapping capability. It is not possible to provide your new map download. Garmin MapSource U.S. Because new maps are overwritten. GPSmap 76CS Appendix Downloading MapSource Map Data Garmin MapSource CD-ROM's offer a variety of map data from a topo map to contour lines. When downloading...map transfer in the same location at any other ). Visit the Garmin website for details on which maps work with the GPSmap 76CS. 90 Transferring MapSource Map Data If you have purchased a Garmin MapSource CD-ROM mapping program you may want to retain by adding ...
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...Menu Page 6, 45 Map Datums 66, 92 Map Display 8 Map Features 9 Map Page 8 Map Page Options 10 Map Page Panning 9 Map Scale 9 Map Setup 61 MapSource Map Data 8, 90 Marine Setup 63 Mark a Waypoint 27 Mark Waypoint Page 27 Measuring Distance 13 Microphone Sensitivity 8 MOB Feature 28 Moving a Route Waypoint 30...-55 Creating 51 Copying 55 Deleting 55 Editing 55 Profile 55 Navigating 55 Reversing 53 Vertical Profile 55 Routing Setup 64 GPSmap 76CS Appendix Index S Satellite Page 4 Saving the Tracklog 47 Selecting a Page 2 Setup Menu 57 Show Data Fields 10 Show Map Only 10 Sight 'N Go 17 ...
...Menu Page 6, 45 Map Datums 66, 92 Map Display 8 Map Features 9 Map Page 8 Map Page Options 10 Map Page Panning 9 Map Scale 9 Map Setup 61 MapSource Map Data 8, 90 Marine Setup 63 Mark a Waypoint 27 Mark Waypoint Page 27 Measuring Distance 13 Microphone Sensitivity 8 MOB Feature 28 Moving a Route Waypoint 30...-55 Creating 51 Copying 55 Deleting 55 Editing 55 Profile 55 Navigating 55 Reversing 53 Vertical Profile 55 Routing Setup 64 GPSmap 76CS Appendix Index S Satellite Page 4 Saving the Tracklog 47 Selecting a Page 2 Setup Menu 57 Show Data Fields 10 Show Map Only 10 Sight 'N Go 17 ...