Calibration Setup...65 Altimeter Setup...66 Welcome Page Setup...67.. Proximity Waypoints..68
Section 4: GPS Features...69-77
Loran TD Setup...91 WAAS and DGPS...92 Wiring Diagram...93.. Index...94 Limited Warranty...97
Calendar....69 Alarm Clock...70 Calculator...70 Stopwatch...71 Sun and Moon Tables..72 Hunt and Fish Tables...73. GPS Enhanced Games..74 Non-Enhanced Game...77
Section 5: Appendix..78-96
Accessories...78 Specifcations...80 Data Field Denitions...82. Connecting the GPSmap 60CS to a Computer..87 Downloading MapSource Map Data..88.. UTC Offset Chart..89.. Map Datums and Position Formats.90.. viii
GPSmap 60CS Getting Started
Installing the Batteries The GPSmap operates on two AA batteries (not included), which are located in the back of the unit. Alkaline or NiMH batteries may be used (see page 55 for setting the battery type). Stored data is not lost when batteries are removed. To install batteries: 1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the unit. Turn the D-Ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pull out. 2. Insert the batteries, observing the proper polarity. A polarity diagram can be found molded into Locking Pin Slot the battery compartment. 3. Reinstall the battery cover by inserting the bottom slot over the tab at the base of the unit and reinserting the locking pin in the back of the unit. Turn the D-Ring 1/4 turn clockwise to lock in place.
Battery Installation and Start Up

Important Note

When replacing batteries, use only new or fully charged batteries. Do not mix Alkaline and NiMH batteries. Rechargeable batteries may typically display less capacity than disposable batteries. Remove the batteries from the unit if you dont plan to use it for several months. Storing batteries in the unit for prolonged periods may result in leakage and damage to the battery compartment. Follow the manufacturers instructions for proper care and disposal of used batteries. Do not incinerate used batteries, as internal materials may ignite with explosive violence.

USE BY: 2009

Extensive use of backlighting, WAAS, the electronic compass and key beep tones will signicantly reduce battery life. To set backlighting intensity and timeout, see page 56. To disable WAAS, see page 55. To turn the compass Off, see page 15.

Battery Compartment

To mute the beep tones, see page 58.
GPSmap 60CS Getting Started Key Functions
POWER/BACKLIGHT Key Press and Hold to turn unit On/Off. Press and Release to adjust backlighting. ROCKER Key Move Up/Down or Right/Left to move through lists, highlight fields, on-screen buttons, icons, enter data or move the map panning arrow.

GPSmap 60CS

IN/OUT Zoom Keys From the Map Page, press to zoom in or out. From any other page, press to scroll up or down a list. FIND Key Press and release at any time to view the Find Menu Page. Press and hold for MOB. MARK Key Press and release at any time to mark your current location as a waypoint. QUIT Key Press and release to cancel data entry or exit a page. 2
PAGE/COMPASS Key Press to cycle through the main pages. Press when using the on-screen keyboard to close. Press and Hold to turn Compass On/Off. MENU Key Press and release to view options for a page. Press twice to view the Main Menu. ENTER Key Press and release to enter highlighted options, data or confirm on-screen messages.

IN FIND

MARK QUIT ENTR
Belt Clip/Auxiliary Connector Mount Provides convenient access when hiking or walking. Auxiliary GPS Antenna Connector

(under weather cover)

Getting Started Unit Features
GPS Antenna Provides quick satellite acquisition.
Provides connection to a remote GPS antenna with MCX connector. External Power and Data Connector Port (under weather cover) Provides interface to a PC for data transfer. Provides auxiliary AC or DC power adapter connection. USB Connector Port (under weather cover) Provides interface to a PC for faster data transfer.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Before connecting the unit to the USB Cable, install the USB Cable drivers included with the MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM provided with this unit. Otherwise, your PC may attempt to auto-install USB drivers incompatible with the unit. Refer to page 87 for detailed instructions.
Battery Compartment Locking D-Ring Turn 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pull out to remove cover. Battery Compartment Cover
Auxiliary Mount Alignment Slots 3
GPSmap 60CS Getting Started Initialization & the Satellite Page
Starting Up the GPS Receiver When you turn on the GPSmap 60CS, the GPS receiver begins to search for satellites in order to determine (x) its location. This process is called initialization and can take from 5 to 15 minutes the rst time you use your unit. Thereafter, if you havent moved more than 600 miles from your original location, it takes only seconds to minutes. In order to receive satellite signals, you must be outdoors and have a clear view of the sky. Satellite signals cannot pass through solid materials (except glass) or dense overhead tree cover. To shorten the time required for this rst initialization, select New Location from the options menu, then you can use the Panning Arrow on the Map Page to determine your general location so the GPSmap 60CS can search for just those satellites above your position. To initialize your GPSmap 60CS: 1. Press and release the POWER key to turn on the unit. 2. Observe the Power On Page followed by the Satellite Page. 3. While the GPS receiver is searching for the satellite signals, a Locating Satellites message followed by an Acquiring Satellites appears, until enough satellites signals are acquired to x its location. If the unit cannot get a satellite x, a list of solutions display. Highlight the most applicable and press ENTER. You will also see a sky view array of the satellites overhead with your position centered in the array. The outer circle represents the horizon and the inner circle a position 45o from the horizon. The numbers displayed indicate the number assigned to each satellite. A bar graph at the bottom of the page displays the strength of signals from each satellite.

Bearing Pointer

The Electronic Compass
GPS Navigation The Compass Page
When you manually turn the Compass Off, it stays off until you manually turn it On again. Sometimes, however, when you turn the Compass On, the GPSmap 60CS overrides the Compass and uses the GPS receiver to track your heading. The criteria for switching between the Compass and the GPS can be customized. (See below.) Turning the Electronic Compass On and Off: 1. Press and hold the PAGE button to turn the Electronic Compass On or Off. A Compass Icon displays in the Status Bar at the top of the display when the Compass is On. When not in use, turn the Electronic Compass off to conserve batteries. When the Compass is Off, the unit uses the GPS receiver for navigation. 2. Hold the GPSmap 60CS level to get an accurate Electronic Compass reading. A Hold Level reminder displays if you are not holding the Compass correctly, or if it is not calibrated. (See the following page for calibration instructions.) Setting the Speed and Time for Compass Auto On/Off: 1. From the Main Menu, highlight Setup and press ENTER to display the Setup Menu. 2. Highlight the Heading icon and press ENTER to display the Heading Setup Page. 3. Highlight the Switch to compass heading when below. eld, press ENTER and use the numeric keypad to enter the desired speed. Highlight the.for more than. eld and press ENTER to set the time delay from the time options list.

Time Delay Options

Electronic Compass On and Off messages

Speed Setting

Heading Setup Page with Compass Switch Options
Calibrating the Electronic Compass
The Electronic Compass must be calibrated outdoors when you rst use the GPSmap 60CS and after new batteries have been installed. The accuracy of the Electronic Compass is adversely affected if the unit is not held level or you are near objects that generate magnetic elds, such as cars and buildings, etc.
To Calibrate the Electronic Compass:
1. Use the MENU key to access the Options Menu.
Hold the unit level and turn slowly.
2. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the Calibrate Compass option and press ENTER to display the Calibration Page. 3. Press ENTER to activate the Start button and then follow onscreen directions for holding and turning the unit. The unit displays a Just Right, Too Fast or Too Slow message for you to adjust your turning speed as needed. Remember to hold the unit level while turning. If you are turning the unit too slow or too fast, a message will appear to advise you. A Calibration Successful message displays when nished. If a Calibration Failed message displays, repeat the process. 4. Press ENTER to return to the Compass Page.

To use the View Points option:
1. Use the MENU key to access the Options Menu. 2. select either the View Pressure Plot or View Elevation Plot option and press ENTER to display the Plot Page. 3. Move the ROCKER key Right or Left to scroll the cross hairs across the prole. As the cross hairs move across the prole , the status window at the bottom of page changes to display the date, time, and altitude or pressure for the point at the intersection.

View Points on Map

View Point for an Altitude Plot View Point for a Pressure Plot
You can view the location of points on the Map Page. To view altitude points on the Map Page: 1. With the Altitude Page displayed, use the ROCKER key to move the red cross hairs to the point you want to view. 2. Press ENTER to display the altitude point on the map. The point is marked by the Map Pointer with location coordinates, the compass bearing and distance from your current location. 3. Press QUIT to close.
Elevation over Distance Plot Point shown on the Map
You can reset the elevation data and the maximum elevation data by selecting these Reset options from the Altimeter Page Options Menu. To reset the elevation data and max elevation elds:
Resets or Deletes all items on the page Unselects all checked items on the page Resets or Deletes only those items that are checked
1. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the Reset option from the page Options Menu and press ENTER to display the Reset page. 2. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the reset options on the page and then press ENTER to place a check mark in the box next to a selected item. You can reset Elevation data such as Minimum Elevation, all Ascent and Descent data, or only the Maximum Elevation 3. Move to the Apply button and press ENTER to reset the data elds. If desired you can reset or delete data for any of the other features represented on the list by placing a check mark in the box next to the item. 4. To reset all categories shown on the page, highlight Select All and press ENTER.

Delete Prompt

Calibrate Altimeter
Because the GPSmap 60CS relies on the Barometric pressure to determine the elevation and the pressure at any given elevation can uctuate, you can calibrate the altimeter to increase its accuracy. You must know the elevation or pressure at your current location, use a reliable source. To manually calibrate the altimeter: 1. Use the ROCKER key to access the Options Menu. 2. Highlight the Calibrate Altimeter option and press ENTER to display the Calibration Page. 3. At the message Do You Know The Correct Elevation? highlight the Yes button and press ENTER. If you dont know the elevation, select No to use pressure option. If you dont know the pressure, select No to use the default GPS elevation. 4. On the number keyboard, use the ROCKER key to enter the new elevation or pressure, then highlight OK and press ENTER to return to the Altimeter Page.

* Refer to the Garmin website: http://www.garmin.com//cartography/mapSource/ bluechartCD.jsp

Using Find FIND

Press the FIND key to display the Find Menu
Options Menu for Waypoints

Find Menu

Options Menu for groups with Sub-Categories

Find By Name Option

GPSmap 60CS GPS Navigation Using Find
Searching for a location using Find By Name If you know the name of the location you want to find, the Find By Name search option may be the easiest method of searching. To nd a location using Find By Name: 1. Press the FIND key to display the Find Menu. 2. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the Group icon for the type of item you want to search for and press ENTER to display the page. Or, if you want to search the entire item database, select All Points of Interest. 3. Press the MENU key to select Find By Name. 4. Use the ROCKER key and ENTER key to operate the keypad at the base of the display and begin to enter the name of the location, the list of items changes to a match your character entry. If there are six or less matches, the keyboard closes automatically. 5. Highlight your selection and press ENTER to view its information page. Searching for a location using Recent Finds The Recent Finds Page saves your most recent searches in a list with the last found location at the top. When the list if full, the oldest is deleted. To return to a recently found item: 1. With the Find Menu displayed, use the ROCKER key to highlight the Recent Finds icon and press ENTER to display the List. 2. Use the ROCKER key to select the list item you want view and press ENTER to display the Information Page for that item.
Finding icon displays while searching
Pressing the FIND key with Find Menu displayed will take you to the Recent FInds List Recent Finds List
Using the Find Item Information Page When you select a Find item and press the ENTER key, an Information Page displays with detailed information about the item. This page contains the following information: A title (if a waypoint, it can be renamed and a map symbol assigned). An information field (if a waypoint, information you add, if a map item, an address or other description). Location coordinates, if the item is a waypoint. Elevation and depth, if a waypoint. Direction and distance from current location or the map pointer. At the bottom of the page are three on-screen buttons. These buttons will appear differently depending on whether you are selecting a Find item to navigate to or adding a Find item to a route list as a waypoint. If selecting an item as a destination, these three buttons display: Delete - remove from the Waypoints list. Map - display on the Map Page. Go To - start a Go To navigation. If selecting an item to add to a list of points, these three buttons are displayed: Save - save as a waypoint. Map - display on the Map Page. Use - insert into a list of points on a route.

Using Find

Selected as a destination
Information Page for a Waypoint
Selected as a Point on a Route or Track Information Page for a Map Item
The Find Information Page Options Menu offers eight options for using a Find Item as a tool for navigation. To use the Find Item Information Page Options Menu: 1. With an Information page displayed for a Find item, press the MENU key to display the Options Menu. 2. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the desired option and press ENTER activate: Average Location - When marking waypoints only, it samples a waypoint location over time and averages the result for a more accurate position reference. (Refer to page 29 for detailed information on Location Averaging.) Project Waypoint - Create a new waypoint by entering a bearing and distance from this point. (Refer to page 30 for detailed instructions.)
Waypoint Information Page Options include Average Location
Find Map Database Item Information Page Options
Find Near Here - Returns you to the Find Menu where you can search for map items near this point.
Change Reference - Point to a new location on the map Page using the Panning Arrow and press ENTER.
View Sun and Moon View the Sun and Moon tables for this item location. (Refer to page 72 for detailed information about the Sun and Moon Tables.) View Hunt and Fish View the Hunt and Fish tables for this item location. (Refer to page 73 for detailed information about the Hunt and Fish Tables.) Map Information Display the map that is the source of information about the map item. (Refer to page 88 of the Appendix for information about downloading detailed maps.)
Set Proximity - Program an alarm to sound when you are within a speci fied radius of an item defined by the Information Page. (Refer to the Section on Proximity Waypoints on page 68 for detailed information.)
Add To Route - Include this item on a New Route or add it to an existing route. (See Using Routes page 49 on for details.)
Searching for a Waypoint The Waypoints List is your storage file for all created and saved waypoints. Waypoints can be created from marking your location, pointing to a place on the map or saving any other Find item (i.e. city, restaurant) as a waypoint. Waypoints are stored in alpha/numerical order and are also identified by a symbol assigned from a list of symbol types. Waypoints can be selected as destinations and added as points on a route. To nd a Waypoint: 1. Press the FIND key to display the Find Menu. 2. Highlight the Waypoint icon and press ENTER to display the Waypoints List. 3. Use the ROCKER key to scroll up and down the list to nd a waypoint. If the list is large, you can press the MENU key to display a list of search options. Find By Name: allows you to enter the name of the waypoint in a search eld. Find Nearest: allows you to list only those waypoints near your current location. Select Symbol: allows you to search for only those waypoints of a specic type. Change Reference: allows you to use the Panning Arrow to select a point on the map other than your current location. 4. Once found, a waypoint information page can be viewed by pressing the ENTER key. The data can be edited or select Go To to navigate to a waypoint.

Geocache Setup

Waypoint Symbols List

Marine Setup

Deep and Shallow water alarms require NMEA sonar input interfacing.
GPSmap 60CS GPS Navigation Time Setup
Time Setup The Time Setup Page allows you to set the correct time for your geographic location. To use the Time Setup feature: 1. Access the Time Setup Page. 2. Highlight the Time Format eld and press ENTER to choose from 12 or 24 (Military Time) hour formats. 3. Highlight the Time Zone eld and press ENTER to choose the correct zone for your location. If you selected Other, you must enter the correct Universal Time Coordinate (UTC) for your location. Refer the UTC Chart on page 89. 4. Daylight Savings Time offers choices of Yes, No and Auto. Units Setup The Units Setup Page allows you to select the units of measurement for your GPSmap 60CS. To use the Units Setup feature: 1. Access the Units Setup Page. 2. Use the ROCKER and ENTER keys to highlight the various units elds and select the desired units from the lists displayed. For more information about selecting Position Formats and Map Datums, refer to page 90 in the Appendix.
To set the UTC Offset for Other Time Zones, see page 74.

Time Zone Options

Units Setup
Heading Setup The Heading Setup Page allows you to specify the type of heading display and the type of North Reference used to calculate your heading. Unless you have a working knowledge of Headings and North Referencing, it is recommended that you use the default values. To use the Heading Setup feature: 1. Access the Heading Setup Page. 2. Highlight the Display eld, press ENTER and select from Cardinal Letters, Degrees or Mils to display the heading value. 3. Highlight the North Reference eld, press ENTER and select from True North, Magnetic North, Grid North, or User Grid North. 4. Select speed and time delay for electronic compass switching. See page 15. Calibration Setup The Calibration Setup Page allows you to calibrate both the Compass and Altimeter for increased accuracy in navigation. To calibrate the Compass: 1. Access the Calibration Setup Page which displays a Which sensor would you like to calibrate? message. 2. Highlight the Compass button and press ENTER to display the Compass Calibration Page. Follow instructions on page 16. To calibrate the Altimeter: Select Altimeter and press ENTER to display the Altimeter Calibration Page and follow instructions on pages 25 and 66.

Heading Setup

Display Options
North Reference Options Time Delay Options

Calibration Setup

GPSmap 60CS GPS Navigation Altimeter Setup
Altimeter Setup The Altimeter Setup Page allows you to setup the Altimeter to self calibrate each time you turn on the unit, to function as a barometer or to manually calibrate when you have accurate elevation or pressure data. To setup the Altimeter: 1. Access the Altimeter Setup Page and highlight the Auto Cali bration eld and press ENTER to select from On or Off. When On, elevation is corrected by GPS. 2. Highlight the Barometer Mode eld and press ENTER to select Variable Elevation (used when moving) or Fixed Elevation (used when stationary, allowing the Altimeter to function as a standard barometer). Trip data is not recorded when in Fixed Elevation mode. 3. Select a method of saving data from the Pressure Trend Recording eld and press ENTER. When you select Save Always, the pressure is recorded every 15 minutes, even when the unit is turned off. For this reason be certain to return this setting back to Save When Power On when removing batteries or storing the unit with batteries for prolonged periods. Install fresh batteries when the Battery Low message appears. To manually calibrate the Altimeter: 1. Highlight the Calibrate Altimeter button and press ENTER. You can calibrate the Altimeter using one of three methods: Enter the correct elevation: this requires a reliable source for determining the elevation for your current location. Enter the correct pressure: this requires a reliable source to determine the accurate barometric pressure at your current location.

Calculator

Stopwatch This feature allows you to use the GPSmap 60CS as a stopwatch, which includes a lap timer. You may also have the unit record the lap time based on distance. To start the stopwatch: Use the ROCKER key to highlight the Start eld and then press ENTER. To stop the stopwatch: Use the ROCKER key to highlight the Stop eld and press ENTER. To use the lap feature: With the stopwatch running, use the ROCKER key to highlight the Lap eld and then press ENTER. To reset the stopwatch: With the stopwatch stopped, use the ROCKER key to highlight the Reset eld and then press ENTER. To time lap by distance: Use the ROCKER key to highlight the Options Menu and then press ENTER. Choose Lap by Distance and press ENTER. To return to Lap by Button Press, repeat these same steps. To set a lap distance value: 1. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the Options Menu and then press ENTER. Choose Set Lap Distance and press ENTER. 2. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the eld you wish to change and then press ENTER. Enter the new value and press ENTER. When done, highlight OK and press ENTER.

Stopwatch

Lap Options Menu

Stopwatch Page

Setting Lap By Distance
GPSmap 60CS GPS Features Sun and Moon Tables
Sun and Moon The Sun and Moon Tables provide you with a graphic depiction of the sun and moon relative to the Earth. Sun and moon positions can be displayed for any time, date and location on Earth. The Sun and Moon Page also displays sunrise, sunset, moonrise and moonset times for the selected time, date and location. On-screen buttons allow you to animate the movement of the sun and moon and stop at a given time/date. The button to the left animates the display of the sun and moon. The center button animates more rapidly, showing the phases of the moon. The right button stops animation. To display sun and moon locations for a specied time, date and location: 1. Access the Sun and Moon Page from the Main Menu. 2. To view the predictions for a different date and time, highlight those elds and press ENTER to display the Number Keypad. 3. To view the predictions for a different location, highlight the Location eld and press ENTER to display the New Location options menu and choose from the options shown.

Location Options Menu

Hunt and Fish The Hunt and Fish Tables provide you with a listing of predicted best times for hunting and fishing for a chosen date and location.

Geko Smak

GPS Enhanced Games
Geko Smak is a GPS based game that features you as the player piece. In measured rhythm, Gekos will appear on the screen. Before the Geko disappears, move toward the Geko and press the ENTER key to smack the Geko with a hammer. If you get the Geko, an ! mark displays above the hammer, if not, just a hammer displays momentarily. Field size choices are small, medium and large, with small fields being roughly 20 yards by 30 yards and large fields being 60 yards by 90 yards (about the size of an American football field). The difficulty levels are: Easy, Normal and Hard. These levels determine how often Gekos appear. The pace quickens and values vary as difficulty levels increase. 75
Nibbons In this GPS game, you must walk around the field collecting the flags as they appear. As you walk, your tail will grow. You may travel anywhere on the screen but you cannot walk on your tail, or you will lose a life. As an added challenge, you must also avoid the Skulls that chase after you. Gekoids This GPS game, which can be played without GPS on, is all about blasting gekoids. The catch is, you are the ship and you can survive only when you avoid getting hit. Before you begin to play, make certain to make your game settings. Orient Map Northwards rotates your ship in the center of the map. The map is stationary and north is always up. Orient Map Ship Up rotates the virtual world around your ship. Your ship always points Up. Press the ENTER key to start and blast away! IMPORTANT WARNING: When playing any of the virtual games (where you are moving about on a real playing field), use reasonable and prudent caution in selecting an area free of hazards such a holes, obstructions or proximity to vehicular traffic. Playing these games may distract your attention from observing objects in your path. 76
Beast Hunt Although not a true GPS game, Beast Hunt requires some navigation skills, in which you must find and defeat the dragon with an arrow before it breathes fire at you or you fall into one of the pits while navigating a maze of platforms. At times you are transported by slides that curve or move you diagonally. The game consists of several difficulty levels and an extended of limited visibility option. When you lose a game the screen will display the layout of hazards, slide and warning platforms. A scoreboard keeps track of your wins and loses. To play Beast Hunt: 1. Select Beast Hunt from the Games Menu and press ENTER to display the game prompt window. 2. Read the prompt and then press ENTER to display the Difculty Options window. Make your choice and press ENTER to display Visibility Options. 3. Make a selection and press ENTER to begin the game. 4. Use the ROCKER key to jump from platform to platform. When you land on a shaded platform, you are one or two steps from the dragon, a platform with a circle is next to a pit. If you fall into a pit you lose. If you jump into the dragon you lose, if you shoot an arrow at the platform where you think the dragon is and miss, you lose. To defeat the dragon, use ENTER to place an arrow in a shaded platform. Use the ROCKER key to point and ENTER to shoot. Hit the dragon and you win.

Suction Mount Kit Belt Clip Knob
(unscrews for removal if not required)
Auto Dash Mount Kit Belt Clip
(attaches to belt or waistband)

USB Connector (under

weather cover)
Power/Data Cable Connector
(Serial Port) (under weather cover)

Marine Mount Kit

Back of GPSmap 60CS Bicycle Mount Kit
GPSmap 60CS Appendix Specications

PHYSICAL

Case: Size: Weight: Display: Antenna: Rugged, fully gasketed, water resistant, IEC-529, IPX7 (Submersible 1 meter @ 30 minutes) 6.1H x 2.4W x 1.3D 5.4 ounces (153 g) with batteries installed 7.5 ounces (213 g) with batteries 1.5W x 2.2H, 256-color, high resolution, transreective TFT (160 x 240 pixels) Backlit Built-in quad helix, remote antenna capability Accuracy; +/- 5 degrees1, resolution; 1 degree

Compass:

Altimeter: Accuracy; +/- 10 feet1, resolution; 1 foot Keypad: Operating Range: Nine multifunction backlit keys 5 to 158 F (-15 to 70 C)2

PERFORMANCE

Receiver: Acquisition Time: WAAS enabled, 12 parallel channel Warm: Approximately 15 seconds Cold: Approximately 45 seconds AutoLocate: Approximately 2 minutes Once per second, continuous

Update Rate:

GPS Accuracy Position: Velocity: < 15 meters (49 feet), 95% typical3 0.05 meter/sec steady state
Waas (DGPS) Accuracy Position: Velocity: 3-5 meters (10-16 feet), 95% typical4 0.05 meter/sec steady state

Appendix Specications

Dynamics: Performs to specications to 6 gs Interfaces: NMEA 0183 version 2.3, RTCM SC-104 (for DGPS corrections) and RS-232 and USB for PC interface Data Storage Life: Map Storage: Indenite: no memory battery required Internal; approximately 56 MB
Source: Battery Life: Two 1.5 volt AA batteries or 12 V Adapter Cable, or up to 36 VDC external power Up to 20 hours (typical use)5
Specications subject to change without notice. 1. Subject to proper user calibration. 2. The temperature rating of the GPSmap 60CS may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Some batteries can rupture at high temperatures. 3. Subject to accuracy degradation to 100m 2DRMS under the U.S. DoD imposed Selective Availability (SA) Program when active. 4. WAAS accuracy in North America. (DGPS using Beacon Receiver input.) 5. Alkaline batteries lose a signicant amount of their capacity as the temperature decreases. Use Lithium batteries when operating the GPS map 60CS in below-freezing conditions. Extensive use of backlighting, electronic compass and audible tones reduces battery life.
GPSmap 60CS Appendix Data Field Denitions
The following list provides a brief description of each data field option. Some of these options are supported only by devices interfaced to your GPSmap 60CS. Accuracy GPS - The current accuracy of you GPS determined location. Ambient Pressure - The uncalibrated current pressure. Ascent-Average - The average vertical distance of ascents. Ascent-Maximum - The maximum ascent rate in feet/meters per minute. Ascent-Total - The total distance ascended. Barometer - The calibrated current pressure. Bearing - The compass direction from your current position to a destination point. Course - The desired path of travel from your starting point to your destination point. Depth - The depth of water from sonar NMEA input. Descent-Average - The average vertical distance of descent. Descent-Maximum - The maximum descent rate in feet/meters per minute. Descent-Total - The total distance descended. 82

Water Temperature - The temperature of water at a measured depth using measurement devices interfaced to the GPSmap 60CS. Waypoint - Destination - The last point on a route, your destination. Waypoint - Next - The next point on your route.
Interfacing the GPSmap 60CS The GPSmap 60CS is provided with interface connection to a PC using either a serial port or USB connector cable. Connection to your computer is necessary for downloading of detailed map from Garmin MapSource Map Data CDs. You can also save routes, waypoints, and tracks from the GPSmap 60CS to MapSource. Refer to the MapSource Users Guide provided with your MapSource CDs. To connect to your computer using the USB connector: 1. Install the MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM provided with your GPSmap 60CS on your PC. USB drivers, required for USB interfacing, are installed when you run the CD-ROM. Do not connect the USB cable until the drivers have been installed. 2. Lift the USB protective cover from the back of the GPSmap 60CS and insert the smaller connector on the USB cable into the matching port. 3. Connect the remaining cable end to your PC USB port. To connect to your computer using a Serial Port connector: 1. Lift the Serial Port protective cover from the back of the GPSmap 60CS and insert the round indexed connector on the cable into the matching port. 2. Connect the remaining cable end to your PC Serial port or other appropriate device. 3. Set your GPSmap 60CS interface setting to the appropriate interface format. Refer to Interface Setup on page 56.

Lift Cover Lift Cover

Connecting the GPSmap 60CS to a Computer
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port Serial Communications Port
Transferring MapSource Map Data
Downloading MapSource Map Data
Garmin MapSource CD-ROMs offer a variety of detailed mapping data and navigation information. MapSource is also an excellent medium for storage and safety backup of Personal Waypoints, Routes and Saved Tracks.
Garmin MapSource U.S. Topo 24K Digital Elevation Models (DEM) Maps provide elevation data at any point identified by the Panning Arrow
See your Garmin Dealer or visit the Garmin web site at: www.garmin.com for information on which maps work with the GPSmap 60CS.
If you have purchased a Garmin MapSource CD-ROM mapping program you may want to transfer detailed map data before beginning use, to provide your unit with maximum Find features and mapping capability. The GPSmap 60CS accepts up to 56 MB of map data from most MapSource products. It is not possible to transfer 3rd party maps into Garmin products. You cannot view multiple types of MapSource data in the same location at the same time (one displays over the other). When you leave a City Select area for example and enter the area of a topographic map, the display will change to contour lines. The same is true when moving from a topo map to a City Select map. Maps that are at the top of the hierarchy display over any other map information. Because new maps are constantly being released, consult your Garmin Dealer or the Garmin website to determine the order of hierarchy. Map data transfer requires the use of a PC, a Garmin MapSource CDROM, and the Universal Service Bus (USB) cable supplied with this unit. When downloading new maps, those already downloaded are overwritten. Include maps you want to retain by adding them to your new map download. Follow instructions for map transfer in the MapSource Users Manual. It is also important to note, that certain features contained in the GPSmap 60CS will not be enabled unless you are using mapping data they are designed to support, such as many of the Find Features and DEM Elevation Proles. Visit the Garmin website for details on all of the maps for use with the GPSmap 60CS.

GPSmap 60CS Appendix E

This chart is provided to help you determine the time offset settings for your current location if it is not in one of the time zones listed on the Time Setup Page. To change the UTC Offset, access the Main Menu, then Setup and then open the Time Setup Page. Highlight the Time Zone field and press the ENTER to display the list of time zones. If the desired zone is not displayed, select Other. Highlight the UTC Offset field and press ENTER to enter the appropriate offset value from the chart below. To determine your longitudinal zone, press and hold the MARK key and observe the longitude value in the Mark Waypoint Location field. It should fall within the sets of values on the chart. Press the QUIT key to avoid marking a waypoint. Longitudinal Zone Offset W180.0 to W172.5 -12.00 W172.5 to W157.5 -11.00 W157.5 to W142.5 -10.00 W142.5 to W127.5 -09.00 W127.5 to W112.5 08.00 W112.5 to W097.5 -07.00 W097.5 to W082.5 -06.00 W082.5 to W067.5 -05.00 W067.5 to W052.5 -04.00 W052.5 to W037.5 -03.00 W037.5 to W022.5 -02.00 W022.5 to W007.5 -01.00 W007.5 to E007.5 -00.00
Appendix UTC Offset Chart
Longitudinal Zone E007.5 to E022.5 E022.5 to E037.5 E052.5 to E067.5 E067.5 to E082.5 E082.5 to E097.5 E097.5 to E112.5 E112.5 to E122.5 E122.5 to E127.5 E127.5 to E142.5 E142.5 to E157.5 E157.5 to E172.5 E172.5 to E180.5
Offset +01.00 +02.00 +03.00 +04.00 +05.00 +06.00 +07.00 +08.00 +09.00 +10.00 +11.00 +12.00 89
GPSmap 60CS Appendix Map Datums and Position Formats
What are Map Datums, and which should I use? A datum is a mathematical model of the Earth which approximates the shape of the Earth, and enables calculations to be carried out in a consistent and accurate manner. The datum is physically represented by a framework of ground monuments (i.e. trig. stations) whose positions have been accurately measured and calculated on this reference surface. Lines of latitude and longitude on a map or chart are referenced to a specific map datum. Every chart has a map datum reference and the GPSmap 60CS can be set to match most of those commonly used. If you are navigating and comparing the GPS coordinates to a map, chart or other reference, the map datum in the GPS unit should be set to the same datum as the map or chart to insure the most accurate navigation. Map Datums are based on a mathematical model of the Earth. What is a Position Format, and which should I use? Your current location can be viewed on the GPS in the form of coordinates. Since different maps and charts use different location formats, Garmin GPS units allow you to choose the correct coordinate system for the type of map you are using. The most common format is latitude and longitude, which is utilized by all Garmin units. On most models, you may choose to change the position format to use with other coordinate systems. UTM/UPS (Universal Transverse Mercator/Universal Polar Stereographic) are easy-to-use metric grids that are found on most USGS topographic quadrangle maps. Several other grids, including a user-denable grid (for the advanced user), may also be selected.

Interface formats are selected from the Interface Setup on page 56 of this manual. The input/output lines on your GPSmap 60CS are RS-232 compatible, allowing easy interface to a wide range of external devices, including PCs, differential beacon receivers, marine autopilots and /or a second GPS receiver. The NMEA 0183 version 3.01 interface format is supported by the GPSmap 60CS and enables the unit to drive up to three NMEA devices. NMEA 0183 Version 3.01 Approved Sentences: GPGGA, GPGLL, GPGSA, GPGSV, GPRMB, GPRMC, GPRTE, GPVTG, GPWPL, GPBOD Garmin Proprietary Sentences: PGRME (estimated error), PGRMM (datum string), PGRMZ (altitude), PSLIB (beacon receiver control)

Interface Wiring Diagram

(-) Ground

Data In

Data Out

(+) Power

Unit Power/Data Port View
DGPS (Differential GPS) corrections are accepted in RTCM SC-104 version 2.0 format through the Data In line. Beacon receivers with the correct RTCM format may be used, but may not correctly display status or allow tuning control from the GPS unit. The USB Interface Cable provided with this unit allows you to connect your GPSmap 60CS to a PC-compatible computers USB port. 93
Accessories 78 Accuracy Circle 9 Activate a Route 48 Alarm Clock 70 Altimeter Calibration 25, 66 Altimeter Page 20 Altimeter Setup 66 Arrow, Panning 9 AutoZoom 60 Compass Calibration 16, 65 Compass On/Off 15 Compass Page 14 Compass Ring 14 Course Pointer 15 Find Intersections 41 Find Points of Interest 42 Find Waypoints 44
Games 74-77 Geocache Setup 63 Global Positioning System (GPS) 4 Go To 5, 33
Data Fields 11, 25, 53, 54 Data Field Denitions 82 Date and Time Setup 61, 89 DEM Mapping Data 47, 53, 88 Detail, Map 60 Differential GPS (DGPS) 92 Display Mode 60 Display Setup 56 E Elevation 11, 20, 26 Elevation Prole 21,47,53 Exit Services 39 Exits 39 Exits, Nearest 39
Backlight Timeout 7, 56 Backlighting On/Off 7, 56 Battery Level Indicator 7 Battery Saver Mode 56 Battery Type 56 Bearing Pointer 14 Big Numbers 26
Heading Setup 65 Highway Page 54 Hunt and Fish Tables 73
Initialization 4 Interface Setup 57
Calculator Page 72 Calendar Page 69 Calibrate Altimeter 25, 66 Calibrate Compass 16, 65 Calibration Setup 65 Cautions iv-vi Cities, By Name 38 Cities, Nearest 38

Key Functions 2

Fields, Data 11, 54 Find Address 40 Find Cities 38 Find Exits 39 Find Geocache 37
Location (Marking) 27-28 Loading Map Data 88 Lock On Road 60 Loran TD Setup 91
Main Menu Page 6, 43 Map Datums 64, 90 Map Display 8 Map Features 9 Map Page 8 Map Page Options 10 Map Page Panning 9 Map Scale 9 Map Setup 59 MapSource Map Data 8, 88 Marine Setup 63 Mark a Waypoint 27 Mark Waypoint Page 27 Measuring Between Waypoints 53 Measuring Distance 13 Microphone Sensitivity 8 MOB Feature 28 Moving a Route Waypoint 30