Owner's Manual
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GPSMAP® 78 series owner's manual for use with the GPSMAP 78, GPSMAP 78S, and GPSMAP 78Sc
GPSMAP® 78 series owner's manual for use with the GPSMAP 78, GPSMAP 78S, and GPSMAP 78Sc
Owner's Manual
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... the device. Compass When navigating to a destination, the bearing pointer points to enable or disable the maps currently loaded on -screen instructions. 14 GPSMAP 78 Series Owner's Manual If it points any other direction, turn toward the top of the electronic compass, you are traveling directly toward the top of..., such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines. Do not stand near objects that direction until the arrow is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Calibrating the Compass notice Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. From the compass, press MENU. 2.
... the device. Compass When navigating to a destination, the bearing pointer points to enable or disable the maps currently loaded on -screen instructions. 14 GPSMAP 78 Series Owner's Manual If it points any other direction, turn toward the top of the electronic compass, you are traveling directly toward the top of..., such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines. Do not stand near objects that direction until the arrow is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Calibrating the Compass notice Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. From the compass, press MENU. 2.
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Using Sight 'N Go NOTE: Sight 'N Go is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Point the device at an object in the direction, and then navigate to the object. 1. GPSMAP 78 Series Owner's Manual Using the Main Pages 4. Use the compass to navigate to navigate an active route. 1. Compass Setup Options From the compass, press...
Using Sight 'N Go NOTE: Sight 'N Go is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Point the device at an object in the direction, and then navigate to the object. 1. GPSMAP 78 Series Owner's Manual Using the Main Pages 4. Use the compass to navigate to navigate an active route. 1. Compass Setup Options From the compass, press...
Owner's Manual
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... when you know the correct elevation or the correct pressure. 1. From the elevation plot, press menu. 2. Select Calibrate Altimeter. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 16 GPSMAP 78 Series Owner's Manual Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you are traveling at a higher rate of speed for a set... a course line leading to a destination. • Compass-allows you to switch from an electronic compass to select how the course is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc.
... when you know the correct elevation or the correct pressure. 1. From the elevation plot, press menu. 2. Select Calibrate Altimeter. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 16 GPSMAP 78 Series Owner's Manual Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you are traveling at a higher rate of speed for a set... a course line leading to a destination. • Compass-allows you to switch from an electronic compass to select how the course is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc.
Owner's Manual
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...compatible device. Select a geocache. 4. Share Wirelessly note: The share wirelessly feature is a type of the compatible Garmin device. Your device can send or receive data when connected to a Geocache 1. From the main menu, select ...Garmin Communicator plug in which geocachers seek hidden treasures using GPS coordinates posted on the Internet by those hiding the geocache. Follow the on -screen instructions to download geocaches to your device (page 35). 2. Main Menu Features and Settings Geocaches Geocaching is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. GPSMAP 78...
...compatible device. Select a geocache. 4. Share Wirelessly note: The share wirelessly feature is a type of the compatible Garmin device. Your device can send or receive data when connected to a Geocache 1. From the main menu, select ...Garmin Communicator plug in which geocachers seek hidden treasures using GPS coordinates posted on the Internet by those hiding the geocache. Follow the on -screen instructions to download geocaches to your device (page 35). 2. Main Menu Features and Settings Geocaches Geocaching is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. GPSMAP 78...
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.... 2. Data Field Accuracy of GPS Description The margin of error for your current location to within +/- 12 feet. Data Field Options ** Available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Total **Barometer Battery Level Bearing **Cadence (cadence accessory required) Course Customizing Your Device Description The uncalibrated environmental pressure.
.... 2. Data Field Accuracy of GPS Description The margin of error for your current location to within +/- 12 feet. Data Field Options ** Available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Total **Barometer Battery Level Bearing **Cadence (cadence accessory required) Course Customizing Your Device Description The uncalibrated environmental pressure.
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...D) Weight Display (diagonal) 2.6 × 6.0 × 1.2 in. (6.6 × 15.2 × 3.0 cm) 7.7 oz. (218.3 g) with batteries 2.6 in -country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Up to 20 hours, typical usage From 5°F to 158°F (from -15 to turn on the backlight. by phone at +44 (0) 870.... is required. NOTE: To change the backlight settings, see page 38. Press to 70°C) See page 38. 36 GPSMAP 78 Series Owner's Manual The GPSMAP 78S and 78Sc have a microSD card slot for in . (66 mm) Resolution (W × H) Water resistance Data storage Computer interface ...
...D) Weight Display (diagonal) 2.6 × 6.0 × 1.2 in. (6.6 × 15.2 × 3.0 cm) 7.7 oz. (218.3 g) with batteries 2.6 in -country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Up to 20 hours, typical usage From 5°F to 158°F (from -15 to turn on the backlight. by phone at +44 (0) 870.... is required. NOTE: To change the backlight settings, see page 38. Press to 70°C) See page 38. 36 GPSMAP 78 Series Owner's Manual The GPSMAP 78S and 78Sc have a microSD card slot for in . (66 mm) Resolution (W × H) Water resistance Data storage Computer interface ...
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...use optional fitness accessories including a heart rate monitor or a cadence sensor with your device. Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin Device • Verify that are included with the accessory. Select an option: • Select Heart Rate Monitor > On. •...Garmin device automatically GPSMAP 78 Series Owner's Manual 39 You can view heart rate and cadence data by customizing your data fields (page 23). Before you can use ANT+™ wireless technology to send data to the instructions that the ANT+ accessory is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc...
...use optional fitness accessories including a heart rate monitor or a cadence sensor with your device. Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin Device • Verify that are included with the accessory. Select an option: • Select Heart Rate Monitor > On. •...Garmin device automatically GPSMAP 78 Series Owner's Manual 39 You can view heart rate and cadence data by customizing your data fields (page 23). Before you can use ANT+™ wireless technology to send data to the instructions that the ANT+ accessory is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc...
Quick Start Manual
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GPSMAP® 78 series quick start manual for use with the GPSMAP 78, GPSMAP 78s, and GPSMAP 78sc
GPSMAP® 78 series quick start manual for use with the GPSMAP 78, GPSMAP 78s, and GPSMAP 78sc
Quick Start Manual
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Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter note: The elevation plot page is available only with the GPSMAP 78s and GPSMAP 78sc. You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know the correct elevation or the correct pressure. 1. Trip Computer The trip ...that influence magnetic fields, such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines. note: The three-axis compass is available only with the GPSMAP 78s and GPSMAP 78sc. You should calibrate the compass after moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes, or changing the batteries. 1. Select Calibrate Compass > Start. 3.
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter note: The elevation plot page is available only with the GPSMAP 78s and GPSMAP 78sc. You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know the correct elevation or the correct pressure. 1. Trip Computer The trip ...that influence magnetic fields, such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines. note: The three-axis compass is available only with the GPSMAP 78s and GPSMAP 78sc. You should calibrate the compass after moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes, or changing the batteries. 1. Select Calibrate Compass > Start. 3.
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... Routes. 3. Select a route. 4. From the main menu, select Sight 'N Go. 2. Creating a Route 1. Select the first point in the direction, and then navigate to the object. 1. GPSMAP 78 Quick Start Manual Navigating a Route 1. Using Sight 'N Go NOTE: Sight 'N Go is complete. Point the device at an object in the distance, such as a lighthouse... two points. 7. Use the compass to navigate to save the route. Select Select Next Point. 6. Repeat steps 2-5 until the route is available only with the GPSMAP 78s and GPSMAP 78sc. Select Lock Direction > Set Course. 4.
... Routes. 3. Select a route. 4. From the main menu, select Sight 'N Go. 2. Creating a Route 1. Select the first point in the direction, and then navigate to the object. 1. GPSMAP 78 Quick Start Manual Navigating a Route 1. Using Sight 'N Go NOTE: Sight 'N Go is complete. Point the device at an object in the distance, such as a lighthouse... two points. 7. Use the compass to navigate to save the route. Select Select Next Point. 6. Repeat steps 2-5 until the route is available only with the GPSMAP 78s and GPSMAP 78sc. Select Lock Direction > Set Course. 4.
