chartplotting receiver GPSMAP 76 ® owner's manual © Copyright 2006 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, U.S.A. Tel. 913/397.8200 or 800/800.1020 Fax 913/397.8282 Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey, SO51 9DL, U.K. Tel. 44/0870.8501241 Fax 44/0870.8501251 Garmin Corporation No. 68, Jangshu 2nd Road, Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan Tel. 886/2.2642.9199 Fax 886/2.2642.9099 All rights reserved. Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded or stored in any storage medium, for any purpose without the express prior written consent of Garmin. 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Garmin®, GPSMAP®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, BlueChart®, and MapSource® are registered trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries and may not be used without the express permission of Garmin. March 2006 Part Number 190-00230-00 Rev. D Printed in Taiwan INTRODUCTION > ABOUT THIS MANUAL INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Garmin GPSMAP 76. The GPSMAP 76 utilizes the proven performance of Garmin GPS and full-featured mapping to create an unsurpassed portable GPS receiver. Take a moment now to compare the contents of this package with the packing list on the box. If any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately. The Basic Operation chapter provides you with information about features such as using the Find Menu, navigating a route, and using waypoints. There are also step-by-step directions to assist you in these operations. The Main Pages chapter provides detailed explanations about each page in the GPSMAP 76 and step-by-step directions on using the pages. The Main Menu chapter provides detailed explanations about the Main Menu and how to use it to configure your unit. The Appendix contains information such as specifications, optional accessories, and maintenance information. You can also find warranty and FCC information in the Appendix. Read the Safety Information to learn how to install and use your Garmin GPSMAP 76 safely and responsibly. An Index is provided at the end of the manual for reference. Simply look up the topic you wish to learn about and read the page or pages listed. About This Manual To get the most out of your new navigation system, take time to read this manual and learn the operating procedures for your unit in detail. This manual is organized into the following chapters. The Introduction chapter contains the Table of Contents as well as GPSMAP 76 care information. The Getting Started chapter provides information such as an overview of unit features and how to turn the unit on and adjust the backlight. It also contains a simulation to help you get acquainted with your new GPSMAP 76. GPSMAP 76 Owner's Manual i INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents Introduction.....................................................i About This Manual ........................................... i Care Information............................................. iv Unit Basics ....................................................... 1 Interface Keys .................................................. 3 Getting Started...............................................1 Basic Operation .............................................4 Turning on the GPSMAP 76 ............................ 4 Adjusting Backlight and Contrast.........................5 Selecting and Entering Data .................................5 Simulator Mode ....................................................5 Initializing the GPS Receiver .......................... 7 Initialization Options ............................................8 Creating a Waypoint ........................................ 9 New, Mark, and Waypoint Page Options ............11 Editing Waypoints ..............................................11 Creating a New Route ................................... 15 Editing a Route ...................................................17 Starting to Navigate ...................................... 20 GPS Information Page .................................. 23 Current GPS Receiver Status ..............................23 GPS Information Page Options Menu ................24 Main Pages ...................................................22 Map Page........................................................ 25 Using Additional Map Data ................................25 Changing the Zoom Range .................................25 Map Page Options ..............................................26 Setup Map ...........................................................27 General Tab ...................................................28 Map Tab ........................................................29 Waypoint Tab ................................................29 Point Tab ......................................................30 Marine Tab ...................................................30 Line Tab ........................................................31 Area Tab ........................................................31 City Tab .........................................................32 Road Tab .......................................................32 Other Tab.......................................................33 Pointer Page .................................................. 34 Pointer Page Options ..........................................34 Highway Page ................................................ 35 Highway Page Options .......................................36 Line Tab ........................................................36 Waypoint Tab ................................................37 Active Route/Goto Page .....................................37 ii GPSMAP 76 Owner's Manual INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS Main Menu ....................................................38 Trip Computer ................................................ 39 Trip Computer Options .......................................39 Tracks ............................................................. 40 Track Page Options.............................................40 Track Information Page ......................................41 Points ............................................................. 42 Waypoints ...........................................................42 Waypoint Options Menu ..............................42 Points Of Interest ..........................................43 Cities ...................................................................44 Exits ....................................................................44 Exit Options ..................................................45 Addresses ............................................................45 Intersections ........................................................46 Routes ............................................................ 47 Routes Page Options ...........................................47 Proximity ........................................................ 48 Proximity Options...............................................48 Celestial.......................................................... 49 Tides ...................................................................49 Sun and Moon .....................................................50 Hunt and Fish......................................................51 MapSource and System Info ........................ 51 Setup Menu .................................................... 52 General Tab .........................................................52 Time Tab .............................................................53 Units Tab .............................................................54 Location Tab .......................................................54 Interface Tab .......................................................57 Appendix.......................................................58 Specifications ................................................ 58 Connecting the Power/Data.......................... 59 Interfacing ...................................................... 59 Satellite Information ...................................... 60 What is WAAS?.............................................. 61 What is Differential GPS (DGPS)? ............... 61 Map Datums ................................................... 62 Navigation Terms .......................................... 64 Messages ....................................................... 66 Loran TD System ........................................... 68 Accessories ................................................... 70 FCC Compliance............................................ 71 Product Registration ..................................... 72 Software License Agreement ....................... 72 Limited Warranty ........................................... 73 Safety Information ......................................... 74 Index .............................................................76 iii GPSMAP 76 Owner's Manual INTRODUCTION > CARE INFORMATION Care Information Cleaning the Unit The GPSMAP 76 is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Clean the unit using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution and then wipe dry. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic components. Immersing the Unit in Water The GPSMAP 76 is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the unit. After submersion, be certain to wipe and air dry the unit before reuse or charging. To resolve problems that cannot be remedied using this guide, contact Garmin Product Support in the U.S. at 800/800.1020 or Garmin Europe at 44/0870.8501241. Storing the GPSMAP 76 Do not store the GPSMAP 76 where prolonged exposure to temperature extremes may occur (such as in the trunk of a car) as permanent damage may result. User information, such as waypoints and routes are retained in the unit's memory without the need for external power. It is always a good practice to back up important user data by manually recording it or downloading it to a PC (transferring it to MapSource). iv GPSMAP 76 Owner's Manual GETTING STARTED > UNIT BASICS Unit Basics Internal Antenna GETTING STARTED External Antenna Connection Battery Compartment Interface keys External Data/ Auxilary Power Port 180 x 240 Four-Level Gray, Backlight Display GPSMAP 76 Owner's Manual 1 GETTING STARTED > UNIT BASICS 1. Remove the Battery Cover by turning the D-ring 1/4 turn counter clockwise and pulling the cover loose. 2. Check the battery polarity with the molded diagram in the battery compartment and install the batteries inserting the end toward the spring first. 3. Re-install the Battery Cover by aligning the back cover with the Unit and turning the D-ring clockwise. To Install the batteries: Remove the batteries from your GPSMAP 76 when you do not expect to use the unit for several months. Be sure to observe the proper polarity when inserting the batteries. Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions on the proper care and handling of the batteries. 2 1. Place the loop of the Lanyard through the slot at the bottom of the unit. 2. Route the strap through the loop and pull tight. To install the Lanyard: GPSMAP 76 Owner's Manual GETTING STARTED > INTERFACE KEYS Interface Keys 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 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 PAGE Key · Press to cycle through the main pages · Press when using the on-screen keyboard to close · Press to end an operation in progress and return to the main page. NAV/MOB Key · Press and release at any time to view the Find Menu page · Press and hold for MOB MENU Key · Press and release to view options for a page · Press ...