GPSMAP 78 series

owners manual

for use with the GPSMAP 78, GPSMAP 78S, and GPSMAP 78Sc
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Table of Contents

Getting Started.. 1.
Manual Conventions. 1 Device Overview. 2 Battery Information. 3 Installing the Batteries. 3 Turning the Device On or Off. 3 Acquiring Satellite Signals.. 4 Buttons.. 4

Using the Main Pages. 12

Navigating with Waypoints and Routes.. 6
Customizing the Data Fields. 12 Restoring Default Page Settings.. 12 Map.. 12 Compass.. 14 Using the Compass. 15 Using Sight N Go. 15 Elevation Plot.. 16 Opening the Main Menu. 17 Trip Computer.. 18.
Waypoints.. 6 Routes.. 7 Additional Maps. 9
Main Menu Features and Settings.. 19

Tracks.. 10

About Tracks.. 10 Navigating a Saved Track.11
Geocaches. 19 Share Wirelessly.. 19 Proximity Alarms.. 20 Profile Change. 20 Area Calculation.. 20 Satellite.. 21 Additional Main Menu Tools.. 21.
Customizing Your Device.. 23

Appendix.. 35

Customizing Data Fields.. 23 Data Field Options.. 23 System Settings.. 27 Display Settings. 28 Setting Up Tones.. 28 Marine Settings. 28 Setting up Marine Alarms. 29 Resetting Data. 30 Changing the Page Sequence. 30 Customizing the Unit Settings.. 31 Time Settings. 31. Position Format Settings.. 31 Altimeter Settings. 32 Geocache Settings. 33 Routing Settings.. 33 Fitness.. 34 Profiles.. 34
Registering Your Device. 35 Updating the Software. 35 Viewing Important Device Information.. 35 Contacting Garmin Product Support.. 35 Using the Backlight. 36 Specifications.. 36 Maximizing Battery Life. 37 About the Batteries. 38 Buying Optional Accessories. 38 Using Optional Fitness Accessories.. 39 Data Management.. 40 Attaching the Wrist Strap.. 43 Caring for the Device. 44 Troubleshooting. 45

Index.. 47

Getting Started
warning S ee the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information When using your device the first time, you should complete the following tasks to set up the device and get to know the basic features. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Install the batteries (page 3). Turn on the device (page 3). Acquire satellites (page 4). Mark a waypoint (page 6). Navigate a route (page 8). Record a track (page 10) Calibrate the compass (page 14).

Manual Conventions

When you are instructed to press something, use the buttons on the unit. Use the Rocker to select something in a list, and then press ENTER. See page 5. The small arrows (>) used in the text indicate that you should select a series of items in order, for example, Select Delete > Yes.
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Device Overview

Internal antenna MCX connector for external GPS antenna (under weather cap)
Serial port (under weather cap) mini-USB port (under weather cap)

Buttons

Display
Battery compartment microSD card slot (under batteries)

Battery Information

The device operates on two AA batteries. Use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries. Use precharged NiMH or lithium batteries for best results (page 38). 1. Slide the latch on the back of the device, and remove the battery cover. 2. Insert the batteries, observing polarity.
Turning the Device On or Off
Press and hold. Setting Your Language 1. Turn on the unit. 2. Use the Rocker to select a language.

Installing the Batteries

3. Replace the battery cover. For best results, after you install new batteries, update the battery type in the system settings (page 37).
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Acquiring Satellite Signals
It may take 30 to 60 seconds to acquire signals. 1. Go outdoors to an open area. 2. If necessary, turn on the device. 3. Wait while the device searches for satellites. A question mark flashes while the device determines your location. 4. Quickly press to open the backlight status page. The GPS bars indicate satellite strength. When the bars are green, the device has acquired satellite signals.

Button FIND/MOB

Description Press FIND to open the search menu. Press and hold MOB (man overboard function) to store your current location as a waypoint and begin navigation to that point. Press and hold to turn the device on and off. Quickly press to open the backlight status page.
Getting Started QUIT Press QUIT to cancel or return to the previous menu or page. Press PAGE to scroll through the main pages (page 12). Press MENU to open the options menu for the page that is currently open. Press MENU twice to open the main menu (from any page). Press ENTER to select options and acknowledge messages. Press and hold MARK to save your current location as a waypoint. Rocker Press up, down, right, and left to select menu options and to move the map cursor. Press + to zoom in on the map. Press - to zoom out on the map.

ENTER/ MARK

Navigating with Waypoints and Routes

Waypoints

Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device. Creating Waypoints 1. From any page, press and hold MARK. 2. Select Done. Navigating to a Waypoint Using the Search Menu You can use the search menu to quickly find waypoints, tracks, routes, and coordinates that you have saved. 1. 2. 3. 4.
Editing a Waypoint Before you can edit a waypoint, you must create a waypoint. 1. From the main menu, select Waypoint Manager. 2. Select a waypoint. 3. Select an attribute (such as the name or location). 4. Enter the new information. 5. Select Done. Deleting a Waypoint 1. From the main menu, select Waypoint Manager. 2. Select a waypoint. 3. Press Menu. 4. Select Delete.

From any page, press FIND. Select Waypoints. Select a waypoint. Select Go.

Routes

A route is a sequence of waypoints that leads you to your final destination. Your device can store up to 50 routes with up to 250 points each. Creating a Route 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner > Create Route > Select First Point. 2. Select a category. 3. Select the first point in the route. 4. Select Use. 5. Select Select Next Point. 6. Repeat steps 25 until the route is complete. A route must contain at least two points. 7. Press quit to save the route.
Editing the Name of a Route 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Change Name. 4. Enter the new name. 5. Select Done. Editing a Route 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Edit Route. 4. Select a point. 5. Select an option: Reviewshows the point on the map. Move Down (or Up)changes the order of the point on the route.
Insertadds an additional point on the route. The additional point is inserted before the point you are editing. Removeremoves the point from the route. Viewing a Route on the Map 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select View Map. Deleting a Route 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Delete Route. Navigating a Route 1. Press FIND. 2. Select Routes.
3. Select a route. 4. Select Go. Viewing the Active Route 1. From the main menu, select Active Route. 2. Select a point in the route to view additional details. Stopping Navigation of a Route 1. From any page, press FIND. 2. Select Stop Navigation. Navigating a Reverse Route 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Reverse Route. 4. Select the route again. 5. Select View Map. 6. Select Go.

Additional Maps

To purchase preloaded detailed map data cards, go to http://buy.garmin.com or contact your Garmin dealer. Finding an Address with City Navigator You can use optional City Navigator maps to search for addresses, cities, and other locations. The detailed maps contain millions of points of interest, such as restaurants, hotels, and auto services. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press FIND. Select Addresses. Enter the country. Enter the city or postal code. NOTE: Not all map data provides postal code searching. 5. Select the city.

Customizing the Data Fields
You can customize the data fields that appear on the main pages. For data field descriptions, see page 23. 1. 2. 3. 4. From a main page, press meNu. Select Change Data Fields. Select a data field. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Restoring Default Page Settings
1. From a main page, press meNu. 2. Select Restore Defaults. 3. Press enter.
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Measuring Distance You can move the cursor around the map to measure distance from the current location. 1. From the map, press MENU. 2. Select Measure Distance. The device automatically begins measuring from your current location. 3. Move the cursor to a point you want to measure to. The distance appears at the top of the page. 4. Press quit to stop measuring. Map Setup Options From the map, press menu, and select Setup Map. Map Orientationallows you to select how the map is displayed (page 12).
Guidance Textallows you to select when to show guidance text on the map. Advanced Map Setup Auto Zoomautomatically selects the appropriate zoom level for optimal use on your map. When Off is selected, you must zoom in or out manually. Zoom Levelsmap items draw or appear at or below the selected zoom level. Text Sizeallows you to select the text size for map items. Detailallows you to select the amount of map data displayed on the device. note: Higher detail settings may cause the map to redraw slowly. Shaded Reliefshows detail relief on the map (if available) or turns off shading.
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Map Informationallows you to enable or disable the maps currently loaded on the device. To purchase additional maps, see page 38.
Calibrating the Compass notice Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. Do not stand near objects 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. From the compass, press MENU. 2. Select Calibrate Compass > Start. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Compass

When navigating to a destination, the bearing pointer points to your destination, regardless of the direction you are moving. When the bearing pointer points toward the top of the electronic compass, you are traveling directly toward your destination. If it points any other direction, turn toward that direction until the arrow is pointing toward the top of the compass.

Using the Compass

You can use the compass to navigate an active route. 1. Press page. 2. Hold the device level. 3. Follow the bearing pointer to your destination.
4. Use the compass to navigate to the object. Compass Setup Options From the compass, press menu, and select Setup Heading. Displayshows the type of directional heading on the compass: Directional Letterssets the compass reading to directional letters (N, S, E, W). Numeric Degreessets the compass reading to degrees (0359). Milssets the compass reading to mils (0 mils6399 mils). North Referencesets the north reference of the compass: Truesets true north as the heading reference. Magneticautomatically sets the magnetic declination for your location.

Using Sight N Go

NOTE: Sight N Go is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. You can point the device at an object in the distance, such as a lighthouse, lock in the direction, and then navigate to the object. 1. From the main menu, select Sight N Go. 2. Point the device at an object. 3. Select Lock Direction > Set Course.
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Gridsets grid north as the heading reference (0). Usersets the magnetic variation value. Go To Line/Pointerallows you to select how the course is displayed. Bearing (Small/Large) indicates the direction to your destination. Course indicates your relationship to a course line leading to a destination. Compassallows you to switch from an electronic compass to a GPS compass when you are traveling at a higher rate of speed for a set period of time, or turns the compass off. Select To Beginstarts the compass calibration (page 14).

Elevation Plot

note: The elevation plot page is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if 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.
Elevation Plot Setup Options From the elevation plot, press menu. Change Plot Typesets the type of data shown on the elevation plot: Elevation/Timerecords elevation changes over a period of time. Elevation/Distancerecords elevation changes over a distance. Barometric Pressurerecords barometric pressure over a period of time. Ambient Pressurerecords ambient pressure changes over a period of time. Adjust Zoom Rangesadjusts the zoom ranges shown on the elevation plot page.

Resetresets the elevation plot data: Reset Trip Dataresets all trip data. Delete All Waypointsdeletes all saved waypoints. Clear Current Trackdeletes the track log. Restore Defaultsrestores the device to factory settings. Calibrate Altimetersee page 16.

Opening the Main Menu

The main menu gives you access to setup screens including waypoints, tracks, and routes. See page 19 for main menu settings pages. From any page, press MENU twice.
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Trip Computer

The trip computer displays your current speed, average speed, maximum speed, trip odometer, and other helpful statistics. Trip Computer Setup Options From the trip computer, press menu. Resetresets all the trip computer values to zero. For accurate information, reset the trip information before beginning a trip. Big Numberschanges the size of the numbers shown on the trip computer page.
Change Dashboardchanges the theme and information displayed on the dashboard. note: Your customized settings are remembered by the dashboard, and will not be lost when you change profiles (page 20).
Main Menu Features and Settings

Geocaches

Geocaching is a type of treasure hunting, in which geocachers seek hidden treasures using GPS coordinates posted on the Internet by those hiding the geocache. Downloading Geocaches 1. Register your device (page 35). 2. Connect your device to your computer (page 40). 3. Go to www.garmin.com/products /communicator. 4. Download the Garmin Communicator plug in. 5. Go to www.garmin.com/geocache. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to download geocaches to your device.
Navigating to a Geocache 1. From the main menu, select Geocaches. 2. Select Find a Geocache. 3. Select a geocache. 4. Select Go.

Share Wirelessly

note: The share wirelessly feature is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Your device can send or receive data when connected to another compatible device. You must be within 10 feet (3 m) of the compatible Garmin device. Sending and Receiving Data 1. From the main menu, select Share Wirelessly. 2. Select Send or Receive. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Proximity Alarms

Proximity alarms alert you when you are approaching a predetermined area. Setting a Proximity Alarm 1. From the main menu, select Proximity Alarms. 2. Select Create New. 3. Select a category. 4. Select a point. 5. Select Use. 6. Enter a radius. 7. Select Done.

Setting a Profile 1. From the main menu, select Profile Change. Your current profile is indicated on the page. 2. Select a profile.

Area Calculation

Calculating the Size of an Area 1. From the main menu, select Area Calculation > Start. 2. Walk around the perimeter of the area you want to calculate. 3. Select Calculate when finished. After you calculate the area, you can save the track to your device and change the unit of measure.

Profile Change

When you are using a profile and you change settings such as data fields, units of measurement, or position settings, they are saved automatically as part of the profile you are using. For more information about customizing your profile, see page 34.

Satellite

The satellite page shows your current location, GPS accuracy, satellite locations, and signal strength. Satellite Settings From the satellite page, press menu. Use With GPS Onallows you to turn the GPS on and off. Track Upindicates whether satellites are shown with rings oriented with North toward the top of the screen or oriented with your current track toward the top of the screen. Single Colorallows you to select whether the satellite page is displayed in multicolor or single color.
Set Location On Mapallows you to mark your current location on the map. This option is available only when you turn off GPS. You can use this location to create routes or search for saved locations. AutoLocate Positioncalculates your GPS position using the Garmin AutoLocate feature.
Additional Main Menu Tools
Calendardisplays a calendar. Calculatordisplays a calculator. Sun and Moondisplays sunrise and sunset times along with the moon phase.
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Alarm Clocksets an audible alarm. If you are not currently using the device, you can set the device to turn on at a specific time. Hunt and Fishdisplays the predicted best dates and times for hunting and fishing at your current location. Stopwatchallows you to use a timer, mark a lap, and time laps. Waypoint Averagingallows you to refine a waypoint location with multiple samples to achieve the most-accurate location possible.

Customizing Your Device

Customizing Data Fields
You can customize the data fields displayed on each main page. 1. 2. 3. 4. From a main page, press meNu. Select Change Data Fields. Select a data field. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Data Field **Ambient Pressure **Ascent Average **Ascent Maximum **Ascent - Total **Barometer Battery Level Bearing **Cadence (cadence accessory required) Course
Description The uncalibrated environmental pressure. The average vertical distance of ascent. The maximum ascent rate in feet/meters per minute. The total elevation distance ascended. The calibrated current pressure. The remaining battery power. The direction from your current location to a destination. Revolutions of the crank arm or strides per minute. The direction from your starting location to a destination.

1. From the main menu, select Setup > Reset. 2. Select an item to reset.
Changing the Page Sequence

Resetting Data

You can reset trip data, delete all waypoints, clear the current track, or restore default values.
1. From the main menu, select Setup > Page Sequence. 2. Select a page. 3. Select Move. 4. Move the page up or down the list. 5. Press Enter.
Adding a Page 1. From the main menu, select Setup > Page Sequence. 2. Select Add Page. 3. Select a page to add. Removing a Page 1. From the main menu, select Setup > Page Sequence. 2. Select a page. 3. Select Remove. 4. Press Enter.
4. Repeat steps 23 for each setting you want to customize.

Time Settings

From the main menu, select Setup > Time. Time Formatallows you to select a 12-hour or a 24-hour display time. Time Zoneallows you to select the time zone for the device. You can select Automatic to set the time zone automatically based on your GPS position.
Customizing the Unit Settings
You can customize units of measure for distance and speed, elevation, depth, temperature, and pressure. 1. From the main menu, select Setup > Units. 2. Select a setting. 3. Select a unit for the setting.

Position Format Settings

Note: Do not change the position format or the map datum coordinate system unless you are using a map or chart that specifies a different position format. From the main menu, select Setup > Position Format.
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Position Formatsets the position format in which a given location reading appears. Map Datumsets the coordinate system on which the map is structured. Map Spheroidshows the coordinate system the device is using. The default coordinate system is WGS 84.

Altimeter Settings

From the main menu, select Setup > Altimeter. Auto Calibrationthe altimeter to self-calibrates each time you turn the device on. Barometer Mode Variable Elevationthe barometer functions while you are moving. Fixed Elevationthe
barometer functions while you are stationary. Pressure Trending Save When Power On records pressure data only when the device is turned on. This can be useful when you are watching for pressure fronts. Save Alwaysrecords pressure data every 15 minutes, even when the device is turned off. Plot Type Elevation/Timerecords elevation changes over a period of time. Elevation/Distancerecords elevation changes over a distance. Barometric Pressurerecords barometric pressure over a period of time.
Ambient Pressurerecords ambient pressure changes over a period of time.

Geocache Settings

From the main menu, select Setup > Geocaches. Geocache Listallows you to show the geocache list by names or codes. Found Geocachesallows you to enter the number of geocaches found.

Routing Settings

From the main menu, select Setup > Routing. Guidance Methodallows you to select a guidance method for calculating your route. Off Roadcalculates point-topoint routes.
On Road For Timecalculates on-road routes that require minimal time to drive. On Road For Distance calculates on-road routes that are shorter in distance. Calculates Routes forallows you to select a transportation method in order to optimize your route. Lock On Roadlocks the current location marker on the nearest road, compensating for variances in map position accuracy (requires routable maps). Off Road Transitions Autoautomatically routes you to the next point. Manualallows you to select the next point on the route by using the point on the active route page.
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Distanceroutes you to the next point on the route when you are within a specified distance of your current point. Avoidance Setupallows you to select the road type you want to avoid.
Saving a Custom Profile You can customize your settings for a particular activity or trip. After you have made all the changes, you must save them as a custom profile. 1. From the main menu, select Setup > Profiles. 2. Select Create New Profile > OK. Editing a Profile Name 1. From the main menu, select Setup > Profiles. 2. Select a profile. 3. Select Edit Name. 4. Enter the new name. 5. Select Done. Deleting a Profile 1. From the main menu, select Setup > Profiles. 2. Select a profile. 3. Select Delete.

Fitness

For more information on optional fitness accessories, see page 39.

Profiles

Profiles are a collection of settings that allow you to optimize your device from one type of use to another, such as moving from marine use to recreational use. You can select Marine, Recreational, or save a custom profile for your device. To change profiles, see page 20.

Appendix

Registering Your Device
Help us better support you by completing our online registration today.
Viewing Important Device Information
You can view the unit ID, software version, and license agreement. From the main menu, select Setup > About.
Go to http://my.garmin.com. Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place.
Contacting Garmin Product Support

Updating the Software

You must connect the device to your computer to update the software (page 40). 1. Go to www.garmin.com /products/webupdater. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. note: This does not erase any of your data or settings.
You can contact Garmin Product Support if you have any questions about this product. In the USA, go to www.garmin.com/support, or contact Garmin USA by phone at (913) 397.8200 or (800) 800.1020. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at 0808 2380000.

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In Europe, go to www.garmin.com /support and click Contact Support for in-country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0) 870.8501241.
Resolution (W H) Water resistance
pixels, backlit 65K color TFT display Fully gasketed, floatable, high impact plastic alloy, waterproof to IEC 529-IPX-7 Approximately 1.7 GB No memory battery is required. The GPSMAP 78S and 78Sc have a microSD card slot for additional data storage. USB and serial Two AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium) See page 38. Up to 20 hours, typical usage From 5F to 158F (from -15 to 70C) See page 38.

Using the Backlight

Data storage
The backlight is activated any time you press a button. Alerts and messages also activate the backlight. NOTE: To change the backlight settings, see page 37. Press to turn on the backlight.
Computer interface Battery type

Specifications

Physical size (W H D) Weight Display (diagonal) 36 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. (66 mm)
Battery life Operating temperature range
Appendix Radio frequency/ protocol GPS accuracy 2.4 GHz/ANT+ wireless communications protocol < 33 ft. (10 m) 95% typical use GPS is subject to accuracy degradation to 100 m 2DRMS under the U.S. DoD imposed Selective Availability (SA) Program when activated. From 10 to 16 ft. (from 3 to 5 m) 95% typical (WAAS accuracy in North America) The barometric altimeter is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. The three-axis compass is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc.

Maximizing Battery Life

Using the Battery Save Option Use the battery save option to save battery power and prolong battery life. From the main menu, select Setup > Display > Battery Save > On. Decreasing the Backlight Extensive use of screen backlighting can significantly reduce battery life. You can adjust the backlight brightness and decrease the backlight timeout to maximize battery power. 1. Quickly press to open the backlight status page. 2. Use the Rocker to adjust the brightness. Adjusting the Backlight Timeout From the main menu, select Setup > Display > Backlight Timeout.

Altimeter

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About the Batteries

warning See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. The temperature rating for the device may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at high temperatures. Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as temperature decreases. Use lithium batteries when operating the device in below-freezing conditions. Selecting the Battery Type 1. From the main menu, select Setup > System > Battery Type. 2. Select Alkaline, Lithium, or Rechargeable NiMH.

Long-Term Storage When you do not plan to use the device for several months, remove the batteries. Stored data is not lost when batteries are removed.
Buying Optional Accessories
Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories, preloaded map data cards, fitness accessories, and replacement parts.
Using Optional Fitness Accessories
NOTE: The Fitness option is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Before you can use the fitness accessory with your device, you must install the accessory according to the instructions that are included with the accessory. You can use optional fitness accessories including a heart rate monitor or a cadence sensor with your device. These accessories use ANT+ wireless technology to send data to the device. 1. Bring the device within range (3 m) of the ANT+ accessory. 2. From the main menu, select Setup > Fitness.
3. Select an option: Select Heart Rate Monitor > On. Select Bike Cadence Sensor > On. You can view heart rate and cadence data by customizing your data fields (page 23). Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin Device Verify that the ANT+ accessory is compatible with your Garmin device. Before you pair the ANT+ accessory with your Garmin device, move 10 m away from other ANT+ accessories. Bring the Garmin device within range (3 m) of the ANT+ accessory. After you pair the first time, your Garmin device automatically
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recognizes the ANT+ accessory each time it is activated. This process occurs automatically when you turn on the Garmin device and only takes a few seconds when the accessories are activated and functioning correctly. When paired, your Garmin device only receives data from your accessory, and you can go near other accessories.
GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader. Installing a microSD Card You can purchase microSD memory cards from an electronics supplier, or purchase preloaded detailed map data cards from your Garmin dealer. In addition to map and data storage, the memory cards can be used to store files such as images, cartridges, geocaches, routes, waypoints, and custom POIs. 1. Slide the latch on the back of the device, and remove the battery cover and the batteries. 2. Slide down and pull out the metal cover. 3. Align the metal contacts, and place the card in the slot.

Troubleshooting

Problem The screen or buttons do not respond. How do I reset the device? I want to reset all the customized settings back to the factory defaults. My device does not acquire satellite signals. The batteries do not last long. How do I know my device is in USB mass storage mode? My device is connected to the computer, but it will not go into mass storage mode. Solution 1. Remove the batteries. 2. Reinstall the batteries. Note: This does not erase any of your data or settings. From the main menu, select Setup > Reset > Restore Defaults.
1. Take your device out of parking garages and away from tall buildings and trees. 2. Turn on the device. 3. Remain stationary for several minutes. Decrease the backlight settings (page 37). On the device, a screen appears showing the Garmin logo and the USB symbol. On your computer, you should see a new removable disk drive in My Computer on Windows computers and a mounted volume on Mac computers. You may have loaded a corrupted file. 1. Disconnect the device from your computer. 2. Turn off the device. 3. Press and hold the Rocker while you connect the device to your computer. Continue pressing the Rocker for 10 seconds or until the device goes into mass storage mode.
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Appendix Problem I cannot see any new removable drives in my list of drives. Solution If you have several network drives mapped on your computer, Windows may have trouble assigning drive letters to your Garmin drives. See the Help file for your operating system to learn how to assign drive letters. I need replacement parts Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer. or accessories. I want to buy an external Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer. GPS antenna.
A accessories 38, 46 fitness 39 microSD card 39 acquiring satellite signals 45 active route 8 alarms marine 29 proximity 20 time 22 altimeter calibrating 16 plot type 32 settings 32 ANT+ accessories 39 area calculation 20 AutoLocate 21 B backlight 4, 36, 37 BaseCamp 40 batteries 23, 27, 36
about 38 information 3 installing 3 maximizing life 37 selecting the type 38 storage 38 warnings 38 beeps 28 buttons 4 C calculator 21 calendar 21 calibrating altimeter 16 compass 16 caring for the device 44 long-term storage 38 compass calibrating 14 navigating 14 setup options 15 connecting USB cable 41 wireless accessories 39