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 the Find Menu 11 Using Tracks 18 Creating a Route 22 Main Pages 25 Satellite Page 26 Map Page 26 Compass Page 29 ii Altimeter Page 34 Trip Computer Page 38 Main Menu 39 Tracks 39 Route Page 39 Highway Page 39 Setup Menu 40 Proximity Waypoints...
... 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 the Find Menu 11 Using Tracks 18 Creating a Route 22 Main Pages 25 Satellite Page 26 Map Page 26 Compass Page 29 ii Altimeter Page 34 Trip Computer Page 38 Main Menu 39 Tracks 39 Route Page 39 Highway Page 39 Setup Menu 40 Proximity Waypoints...
Owner's Manual
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... delete a waypoint, you cannot recover it from the unit. Select Map to the waypoint. 5. Averaging a Waypoint's Location You can edit waypoints to a new location, and press ENTER. Select Yes. To move the waypoint to change the symbol, name, note, location, elevation, and depth. Press and quickly release ENTER/MARK to produce a more accurate location. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Select Waypoints.. 3. prompt appears. If there is no information for the map item. 3. Editing Waypoints You can average a new waypoint location over time...
... delete a waypoint, you cannot recover it from the unit. Select Map to the waypoint. 5. Averaging a Waypoint's Location You can edit waypoints to a new location, and press ENTER. Select Yes. To move the waypoint to change the symbol, name, note, location, elevation, and depth. Press and quickly release ENTER/MARK to produce a more accurate location. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Select Waypoints.. 3. prompt appears. If there is no information for the map item. 3. Editing Waypoints You can average a new waypoint location over time...
Owner's Manual
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... from your current location to open the Alarm Tones page. Use the Compass page for additional guidance to select tones for proximity alarms. Man OverBoard (MOB) Another method for reference. Use this page to the MOB point. 10 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Basic Operation To clear one or all waypoints from the list: To remove or review a single entry, press ENTER. To remove all proximity waypoints from the list, press MENU > Remove All.
... from your current location to open the Alarm Tones page. Use the Compass page for additional guidance to select tones for proximity alarms. Man OverBoard (MOB) Another method for reference. Use this page to the MOB point. 10 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Basic Operation To clear one or all waypoints from the list: To remove or review a single entry, press ENTER. To remove all proximity waypoints from the list, press MENU > Remove All.
Owner's Manual
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... near the item. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 13 See page 48. • View Hunt and Fish-view Hunt and Fish tables for information about downloading detailed maps. Select an item in the Find list. Press MENU, select Change Reference. The Find list shows a list of items near the item selected. 5. Press MENU, select Find Near Here. The Map page appears. 4. See "Creating and Using Routes" on the Find...
... near the item. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 13 See page 48. • View Hunt and Fish-view Hunt and Fish tables for information about downloading detailed maps. Select an item in the Find list. Press MENU, select Change Reference. The Find list shows a list of items near the item selected. 5. Press MENU, select Find Near Here. The Map page appears. 4. See "Creating and Using Routes" on the Find...
Owner's Manual
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... of saved tracks Percentage of memory used by the current track log appears at the top of the active track on the Map page as the unit gets a location fix. Auto allows you travel. Enter a specific distance, time, or frequency. • Color-select the color of the Tracks page. The track log contains information about points along its path, including time, location, elevation, and depth (depth requires NMEA input, see page 41). Press MENU twice > Tracks. 2. Select Setup...
... of saved tracks Percentage of memory used by the current track log appears at the top of the active track on the Map page as the unit gets a location fix. Auto allows you travel. Enter a specific distance, time, or frequency. • Color-select the color of the Tracks page. The track log contains information about points along its path, including time, location, elevation, and depth (depth requires NMEA input, see page 41). Press MENU twice > Tracks. 2. Select Setup...
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... GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Press MENU to scroll across the track profile. Open the track logs using Digital Elevation Model (DEM) maps. To view a track on , press MENU. 2. Begin and End markers and user waypoints are added to move and define the area's boundaries, a Stop button appears at the bottom of the data can result. As you begin to the track. Refer to clear the entire list. Use the Delete...
... GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Press MENU to scroll across the track profile. Open the track logs using Digital Elevation Model (DEM) maps. To view a track on , press MENU. 2. Begin and End markers and user waypoints are added to move and define the area's boundaries, a Stop button appears at the bottom of the data can result. As you begin to the track. Refer to clear the entire list. Use the Delete...
Owner's Manual
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... MENU twice > Routes. 2. Turns on the Routing Setup page. Route Page Route on a Route page, the GPSMAP 76CSx uses a route made of waypoints or Find Menu items. It navigates directly from one of the turn. 22 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Methods for routing you to a destination • If you select Go To on the Waypoint page, or other Find items, a straight path is created. • If you select Navigate when on the Map Page 3. Basic Operation Creating a Route Routing creates...
... MENU twice > Routes. 2. Turns on the Routing Setup page. Route Page Route on a Route page, the GPSMAP 76CSx uses a route made of waypoints or Find Menu items. It navigates directly from one of the turn. 22 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Methods for routing you to a destination • If you select Go To on the Waypoint page, or other Find items, a straight path is created. • If you select Navigate when on the Map Page 3. Basic Operation Creating a Route Routing creates...
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... Route page > ENTER > Review. 3. Select a saved route > select the route name field at the bottom of the page. • Restore Defaults-restore route settings to the factory default settings. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Press MENU twice > Routes. 2. To review individual route points: 1. Select Off Road Transition > Route Leg Transition. 3. Select Manual to transition to the next waypoint anytime while navigating a route. Basic Operation Editing a Route Use the Route page to edit, change the name of the route: 1. Press MENU twice > Routes > MENU. 2. Press MENU twice > Routes...
... Route page > ENTER > Review. 3. Select a saved route > select the route name field at the bottom of the page. • Restore Defaults-restore route settings to the factory default settings. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Press MENU twice > Routes. 2. To review individual route points: 1. Select Off Road Transition > Route Leg Transition. 3. Select Manual to transition to the next waypoint anytime while navigating a route. Basic Operation Editing a Route Use the Route page to edit, change the name of the route: 1. Press MENU twice > Routes > MENU. 2. Press MENU twice > Routes...
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... Zoom Range and show an area with less detail. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 27 press OUT to show data fields on the Map page, and press ENTER. 1. Using BlueChart data, you are in the lower left corner of maps stored on the microSD card appears. From the Map page, press MENU > Setup Map. 2. Move to keep the white arrow (map View listings such as nearby restaurants, lodging, pointer) within the screen...
... Zoom Range and show an area with less detail. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 27 press OUT to show data fields on the Map page, and press ENTER. 1. Using BlueChart data, you are in the lower left corner of maps stored on the microSD card appears. From the Map page, press MENU > Setup Map. 2. Move to keep the white arrow (map View listings such as nearby restaurants, lodging, pointer) within the screen...
Owner's Manual
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... hold PAGE on these units, the electronic compass turns off and stays off until you press and hold the PAGE key to set the time delay from the time options list. To turn it uses data from the last calibration. Hold the GPSMAP 76CSx level to maintain your heading. When you first use the GPSMAP 76CSx. To ensure continued accuracy, calibrate after installing new batteries, after a pre-set time), it is on. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
... hold PAGE on these units, the electronic compass turns off and stays off until you press and hold the PAGE key to set the time delay from the time options list. To turn it uses data from the last calibration. Hold the GPSMAP 76CSx level to maintain your heading. When you first use the GPSMAP 76CSx. To ensure continued accuracy, calibrate after installing new batteries, after a pre-set time), it is on. GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 31 To calibrate the electronic compass: 1. Press MENU > Calibrate Compass. 2. Hold the unit level while turning. • A "Calibration Successful" message appears when finished. • If a "Calibration Failed" message appears, repeat the process. 3. Press ENTER to return to factory settings. Main Pages Compass Page Options • Sight 'N Go-navigate to an object within your turning speed as needed. With Start selected, press ENTER, and follow on-screen directions for a route or Go To...
GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 31 To calibrate the electronic compass: 1. Press MENU > Calibrate Compass. 2. Hold the unit level while turning. • A "Calibration Successful" message appears when finished. • If a "Calibration Failed" message appears, repeat the process. 3. Press ENTER to return to factory settings. Main Pages Compass Page Options • Sight 'N Go-navigate to an object within your turning speed as needed. With Start selected, press ENTER, and follow on-screen directions for a route or Go To...
Owner's Manual
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... Setup Page Use when connecting to the network or click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Computer Management > Storage > Disk Management and remap a drive letter for the storage device. 4. To access the Interface Setup page: From the Setup Menu, select Interface. USB Mass Storage-allows the microSD card to be used to exchange waypoint, route, track log and MapSource data with a computer. • NMEA In/NMEA Out-Supports input and output...
... Setup Page Use when connecting to the network or click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Computer Management > Storage > Disk Management and remap a drive letter for the storage device. 4. To access the Interface Setup page: From the Setup Menu, select Interface. USB Mass Storage-allows the microSD card to be used to exchange waypoint, route, track log and MapSource data with a computer. • NMEA In/NMEA Out-Supports input and output...
Owner's Manual
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..., Medium, or Large. Map Setup - Map Setup - Map Setup - Marine page to 800 km). Information page to view options for descriptions of downloaded detailed maps such as topographic, marine charts, and maps with auto-routing capability. Points Page Map Setup - You can select from 20 ft to 800 mi (50 m to customize settings for marine colors, spot soundings, light sectors, and symbol sets. Marine Page GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Text Page Use the Map Setup - Main Menu Map Setup - I�n�f�...
..., Medium, or Large. Map Setup - Map Setup - Map Setup - Marine page to 800 km). Information page to view options for descriptions of downloaded detailed maps such as topographic, marine charts, and maps with auto-routing capability. Points Page Map Setup - You can select from 20 ft to 800 mi (50 m to customize settings for marine colors, spot soundings, light sectors, and symbol sets. Marine Page GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Text Page Use the Map Setup - Main Menu Map Setup - I�n�f�...
Owner's Manual
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... Off or Auto. Heading Setup Page To access the Heading Setup page: From the Setup Menu, select Heading. • Display-choose from Cardinal Letters, Degrees or Mils. • North Reference-choose from 12-hour or 24hour time format. • Time Zone-set to one of measurement (Fahrenheit or Celcius). GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 47 enter the selected speed for the unit to switch from using GPS to the electronic compass. • for , mapping, and navigation and...
... Off or Auto. Heading Setup Page To access the Heading Setup page: From the Setup Menu, select Heading. • Display-choose from Cardinal Letters, Degrees or Mils. • North Reference-choose from 12-hour or 24hour time format. • Time Zone-set to one of measurement (Fahrenheit or Celcius). GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual 47 enter the selected speed for the unit to switch from using GPS to the electronic compass. • for , mapping, and navigation and...
Owner's Manual
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...of screen backlighting, electronic compass, and audible tones significantly reduce battery life. Appendix Specifications Physical Size: 6.2" H x 2.7" W x 1.4" D Weight: 7.6 ounces (216 g) w/batteries installed. Use Lithium batteries when operating the GPSMAP 76CSx in quad helix, remote antenna capability. Performance Receiver: WAAS/EGNOS enabled Acquisition Times*: Approx. 1 second (warm start) Approx. 38 seconds (cold start) Approx. 45 seconds (factory reset) *On average for a stationary receiver with backlighting. Power Source: Two 1.5 volt AA batteries, USB power, 12 V Adapter Cable...
...of screen backlighting, electronic compass, and audible tones significantly reduce battery life. Appendix Specifications Physical Size: 6.2" H x 2.7" W x 1.4" D Weight: 7.6 ounces (216 g) w/batteries installed. Use Lithium batteries when operating the GPSMAP 76CSx in quad helix, remote antenna capability. Performance Receiver: WAAS/EGNOS enabled Acquisition Times*: Approx. 1 second (warm start) Approx. 38 seconds (cold start) Approx. 45 seconds (factory reset) *On average for a stationary receiver with backlighting. Power Source: Two 1.5 volt AA batteries, USB power, 12 V Adapter Cable...
Owner's Manual
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..., GPWPL, GPBOD, GPAPB Data In The USB Interface Cable provided with Bare Wire Leads GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Power(+) Ground(-) (-) Ground (+) Power Data Out Data Out Unit Power/Data Port View 50 Optional Power/Data Serial Port Cable with this unit allows you to three NMEA devices. The NMEA 0183 version 3.01 interface format is supported by the GPSMAP 76CSx and enables the unit to drive up to enable or disable NMEA sentences, set waypoint ID's and the precision of external devices.
..., GPWPL, GPBOD, GPAPB Data In The USB Interface Cable provided with Bare Wire Leads GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Power(+) Ground(-) (-) Ground (+) Power Data Out Data Out Unit Power/Data Port View 50 Optional Power/Data Serial Port Cable with this unit allows you to three NMEA devices. The NMEA 0183 version 3.01 interface format is supported by the GPSMAP 76CSx and enables the unit to drive up to enable or disable NMEA sentences, set waypoint ID's and the precision of external devices.
Owner's Manual
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... GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Send the unit, freight charges prepaid, to abuse, misuse, accident, or unauthorized alteration or repairs. Securely pack the unit and a copy of the original sales receipt, which is intended to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of purchase. This product is required as a travel aid and must not be used for any Garmin warranty service station...
... GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual Send the unit, freight charges prepaid, to abuse, misuse, accident, or unauthorized alteration or repairs. Securely pack the unit and a copy of the original sales receipt, which is intended to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of purchase. This product is required as a travel aid and must not be used for any Garmin warranty service station...
Owner's Manual
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... 52 color 40 compass 29 calibration 31 56 course deviation indicator 33 course pointer 32 creating waypoints 7, 8 D databases 6 data fields 27 declutter 28 deleting waypoints 8 depth 8, 18, 47 display setup 40 E editing routes 24 editing waypoints 8 elevation 8, 26, 34 Enter/Mark key 3 F FCC 52 Find/MOB key 3 find menu city 15 geocache 14 intersection 16 interstate exit 15 waypoints 14 G games 48 geochache 14, 46 GPS off road transition 24 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual...
... 52 color 40 compass 29 calibration 31 56 course deviation indicator 33 course pointer 32 creating waypoints 7, 8 D databases 6 data fields 27 declutter 28 deleting waypoints 8 depth 8, 18, 47 display setup 40 E editing routes 24 editing waypoints 8 elevation 8, 26, 34 Enter/Mark key 3 F FCC 52 Find/MOB key 3 find menu city 15 geocache 14 intersection 16 interstate exit 15 waypoints 14 G games 48 geochache 14, 46 GPS off road transition 24 GPSMAP 76CSx Owner's Manual...
Quick Reference Guide
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... the page. To stop navigation, press MENU with the Compass or Map Page shown, then select Stop Navigation and press ENTER. ® GPSMAP 76CSx with sensors and maps quick reference guide Internal GPS Antenna In/Out (Zoom) Keys Page/Compass Key Find/MOB Key Power/Backlight Key Rocker Key Quit Key Menu Key Enter/Mark Key Color LCD Display Shown with optional MapSource® data. To personalize the Waypoint, refer to open the Map Page and see your...
... the page. To stop navigation, press MENU with the Compass or Map Page shown, then select Stop Navigation and press ENTER. ® GPSMAP 76CSx with sensors and maps quick reference guide Internal GPS Antenna In/Out (Zoom) Keys Page/Compass Key Find/MOB Key Power/Backlight Key Rocker Key Quit Key Menu Key Enter/Mark Key Color LCD Display Shown with optional MapSource® data. To personalize the Waypoint, refer to open the Map Page and see your...
Quick Reference Guide
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... lists; enter data; Adjusting the Backlighting When lighting conditions make it difficult to view the GPSMAP 76CSx screen, turn on -screen messages. Press down a list. Key Functions POWER/BACKLIGHT Key-press and hold to turn the electronic compass on and off . ENTER ENTER/MARK Key-press and release to load optional MapSource data. To adjust the backlight and contrast: 1. Backlight Adjustment MicroSD and Battery Installation A MicroSD Card is not lost when batteries are removed. Stored data is...
... lists; enter data; Adjusting the Backlighting When lighting conditions make it difficult to view the GPSMAP 76CSx screen, turn on -screen messages. Press down a list. Key Functions POWER/BACKLIGHT Key-press and hold to turn the electronic compass on and off . ENTER ENTER/MARK Key-press and release to load optional MapSource data. To adjust the backlight and contrast: 1. Backlight Adjustment MicroSD and Battery Installation A MicroSD Card is not lost when batteries are removed. Stored data is...
