® GPSMAP 76CS with sensors and maps owner’s manual GPSmap 76CS Front Cover Rev. B.
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GPSmap 76CS Introduction Preface Thank you for choosing the Garmin GPSmap 76CS handheld navigation system. This Owner’s Manual and Reference Guide is comprised of the following sections: Introduction — contains the Garmin software license agreement, FCC and safety information, the Table of Contents and an overview of the GPSmap 76CS functional features.
GPSmap 76CS Introduction Software License Agreement Software License Agreement BY USING THE GPSmap 76CS, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in binary executable form in the normal operation of the product. Title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights in and to the Software remain in Garmin.
GPSmap 76CS Introduction The GPSmap 76CS complies with Part 15 of the FCC interference limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. These limits are designed to provide more reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation, and are more stringent than “outdoor” requirements.
GPSmap 76CS Introduction Warnings and Precautions CAUTION: Use the GPSmap® 76CS at your own risk. To reduce the risk of unsafe operation, carefully review and understand all aspects of this Owner’s Manual — and thoroughly practice operation using the Demo Mode prior to actual use. When in actual use, carefully compare indications from the GPSmap® 76CS to all available navigation sources, including the information from other NAVAIDs, visual sightings, charts, etc.
GPSmap 76CS Introduction MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost. We use a combination of governmental and private data sources, which we identify as required in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain inaccurate or incomplete data to some degree.
GPSmap 76CS Introduction Warnings and Precautions Important Because the Garmin GPSmap 76CS can be used for vehicular navigation, important safety considerations must be observed. Please read and observe the instructions on this page.
GPSmap 76CS Introduction Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction...............................................i-iv Waypoints................................................................................27 Preface.........................................................................................i Using Find...............................................................................31 Software License Agreement........................................................ii The Main Menu.............
GPSmap 76CS Introduction Table of Contents Section 4: GPS Features.........................................71-79 Calendar.............................................................................71 Alarm Clock.......................................................................72 Calculator............................................................................72 Stopwatch................................................................................73 Sun and Moon Tables.........................
Installing the Batteries The GPSmap 76CS operates on two “AA” batteries (not included), which are located in the back of the unit. Alkaline or NiMH batteries (see page 57 for setting the battery type) may be used. 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 then pull. 2. Insert the batteries, observing the proper polarity.
GPSmap 76CS Getting Started Key Functions 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/MOB Key • Press and release at any time to view the Find Menu Page. • Press and hold for MOB. POWER/BACKLIGHT Key • Press and Hold to turn unit On/Off. • Press and Release to adjust backlighting. QUIT Key • Press and release to cancel data entry or exit a page.
GPSmap 76CS Getting Started Unit Features GPS Antenna (on front of unit) • Provides quick satellite acquisition. Battery Compartment Locking D-Ring • Turn 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and lift to remove cover. Auxiliary GPS Antenna Connector (under weather cover) • Provides connection to a remote GPS antenna (MCX connector). Battery Compartment Cover (weather cover) USB Connector Port (under weather cover) • Provides interface to a PC for faster data transfer.
GPSmap 76CS Getting Started Initialization & the Satellite Page The GPSmap 76CS locates satellites above its position Heading Bug indicates your direction of movement. Options Menu GPS Elevation display Satellite Page Acquiring Satellite Signals 4 GPSmap 76CS Owner's Guide copy.indd 4 Starting Up the GPS Receiver When you turn on the GPSmap 76CS, the GPS receiver begins to search for satellites in order to determine (fix) its location.
GPSmap 76CS Getting Started 4. When the receiver has signals from at least three satellites, the display at the top of the page will change to indicate position accuracy and location coordinates. The Status Bar at the top of the display indicates the GPS status and status of other features. If, for any reason, you have difficulty initializing your GPSmap 76CS, the solution could be as simple as moving slightly to avoid objects that are blocking or deflecting the satellite signals. 5.
GPSmap 76CS Getting Started The Main Page Sequence Whenever you turn on the GPSmap 76CS, the Power On Page is followed by the Satellite Page, which is the first of the Main Pages in sequence. When navigating a route, the Active Route Page also displays. To view each Main Page: 1. Press and release the PAGE key, repeatedly, to cycle through the pages. 2. With a Page displayed, press the MENU key to display the list of options for that page.
GPSmap 76CS Getting Started Status Bar, Backlighting and On-Screen Messages At the top of each page, a Status Bar (which is always displayed) provides current status information for several unit features. • Power to the unit is provided by either the batteries or from an auxiliary source (AC or DC Adapter). The Battery Power icon displays the remaining power as the battery becomes depleted.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Map Page “North Up” Mode with Map oriented with North at the top The Map Page Position Arrow The Map Scale The Map Page (full map) Data Fields “Track Up” Mode North Orientation Arrow Guidance Text Street Level Detailed Mapping Using the Map Page The Map Page is the primary navigation feature of the GPSmap 76CS. The Map Page displays a detailed map of the area surrounding your current location.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Map Page Features Use the Zoom In and Out buttons to change the map scale in order to show more map area with less detail or less map area with more detail. Press and hold to Zoom the map scale rapidly. The map scale in the lower left hand side of the display is shown in units of measurement selected in the “Units” field of the Unit Setup Page (not to be confused with the Map Setup Page).
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Map Page The Map Page Options Menu A Quick Look at the Map Page Options Stop Navigation - Stops navigation and is disabled when there is no active navigation. Recalculate - Recalculates a route and is disabled when there is no active navigation Data Fields - Allows two to four fields to display at the top of the page showing Speed, Heading, Elevation and Time. Change Data Fields - Allows you to change data field types.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation To display Data Fields: 1. With Map Page Options Menu displayed, use the ROCKER key to highlight the Data Field option and press ENTER. 2. Observe the sub-menu options: “Map Only,” “2 Data Fields” “3 Data Fields” and “4 Data Fields.” You can choose to leave the Map Page as is (full page map), or add two, three or four navigation data fields. 3. Highlight your choice and press ENTER. To change Data Fields: 1.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Map Page Guidance Text Options Menu GPS Status Message when not navigating To display Guidance Text: 1. With Map Page displayed, press the MENU key to display the Map Page Options Menu. 2. Highlight the Guidance Text Option and press ENTER to display the Guidance Text Options Menu. 3. Select the desired option “Always Show,” “Never Show” or “Show When Navigating” and press ENTER to activate.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Measuring Distance The Map Page This Map Page option allows you to use the ROCKER key to position the Map Pointer on a map item and then determine the distance to that point from your current location. Access the Map Page Options Menu, select “Measure Distance” and press ENTER to activate. To measure between two selected points on the Map, move the Map Pointer to the first map point you want to measure from, press ENTER and then move the Map Pointer to the second map point.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Compass Page The Compass Ring moves to indicate North orientation. Compass Page Course Pointer Bearing Pointer Scale The Course Pointer indicates your course of travel and the distance you drift off course. The Bearing Pointer always indicates the direction to your destination. Using the Compass Page The Compass Page is your guide to accurate and efficient navigation. It uses traditional navigation displays to provide navigation information.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Electronic Compass 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 76CS 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.) The Compass Page Turning the Electronic Compass On and Off: 1. Press and hold the PAGE button to turn the Electronic Compass On or Off.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Compass Page Calibrating the Electronic Compass The Electronic Compass must be calibrated outdoors when you first use the GPSmap 76CS 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 fields, such as cars and buildings, etc. To Calibrate the Electronic Compass: 1.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation To use Compass Page Options: Press the MENU key to display the Options Menu. The Compass Page To use Sight ‘N Go to navigate: 1. Use the PAGE button to access the Compass Page and then use the MENU key to access the Options Menu. 2. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the Sight ‘N Go option and press ENTER to activate the Sight ‘N Go feature. Note that the compass ring with pointer is in-line with the two sighting marks on the case. Compass Page Options Menu 3.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Compass Page To stop navigation: Highlight “Stop Navigation” and press ENTER to stop navigating. To select the Course Pointer or the Bearing Pointer: The Bearing Pointer always indicates the direction to your destination from your current location. 0.25 mi Scale The Course Pointer indicates your course of travel from your original location and the distance off course. The “Bearing Pointer” is the factory set default option.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation To display data fields: 1. Highlight the data fields option and press ENTER to display the “Show: 3 Data Fields or 4 Data Fields” options. The Compass Page Data Field Display Options 2. Highlight your selection and press ENTER. To change data fields: 1. Highlight the “Change Data Fields” option and press ENTER to determine what data is displayed in the fields displayed on the page. The topic of the first data field on the page will be highlighted. 2.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Altimeter Page Selectable Data Fields Range Grid Measurement Scale Elevation Profile Plot over Distance Elevation Status Field Rate of Ascent/Descent Altimeter Page Options Menu Current Elevation The Altimeter Page provides the user with the current elevation, rate of ascent/descent, a profile of elevation changes over distance or time, or a profile of pressure changes over time.
GPSmap 76CS You can customize the ‘“View” option displays using the ”Zoom Ranges” option to determine time, distance, pressure, and elevation parameters. If you know the correct elevation for your location, you can increase the accuracy of the altimeter using the “Calibrate Altimeter” option. Use the “Reset” option to clear recorded data from the page and to begin recording new data.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Altimeter Page Zoom Ranges You can set the Zoom Ranges for elevation, distance, or time when you display the “View Elevation Plot”. Ranges for vertical distance are displayed as you press the Up and Down ROCKER keys. Ranges for linear distance are displayed as you press the Left and Right ROCKER keys. Ranges for time are displayed for a time plot when you press the Left and Right ROCKER keys.
GPSmap 76CS View Points You can scroll through a recorded elevation or pressure profile to view data for any point along the profile. When the red vertical and horizontal cross hairs are stopped at a location along the profile, the display shows the elevation or pressure, time of day and date the point was created. GPS Navigation The Altimeter Page Red Crosshairs To use the “View Points” option: 1. Use the MENU key to access the Options Menu. 2.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Reset You can reset the elevation data and the maximum elevation data by selecting these “Reset” options from the Altimeter Page Options Menu. The Altimeter Page To reset the elevation data and max elevation fields: Resets or Deletes all items on the page Elevation over Distance Plot Delete Prompt Unselects all checked items on the page Resets or Deletes only those items that are checked 1.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Calibrate Altimeter Because the GPSmap 76CS relies on the Barometric pressure to determine the elevation and the pressure at any given elevation can fluctuate, you can calibrate the altimeter to increase its accuracy. You must know the elevation or pressure at your current location, use a reliable source. The Altimeter Page To manually calibrate the altimeter: 1. Use the ROCKER key to access the Options Menu. 2.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Trip Computer Page Select “Change Data Fields” or press the ROCKER key to highlight a field you want to change. Options Menu Big Numbers Option 26 GPSmap 76CS Owner's Guide copy.indd 26 Using the Trip Computer Page The Trip Computer Page provides you with a wide variety of travel data useful when navigating a long distance. It indicates your current speed, average speed, trip odometer and many other helpful statistics useful for navigation.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Mark Waypoint Page The Mark Waypoint Page allows you to mark and record your current (or any other) location as a waypoint and displays name for that waypoint and a waypoint symbol. You can mark your current location at any time. To mark your current location as a waypoint: 1. Press in and hold the ENTER/MARK key until the Mark Waypoint Page appears. 2.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Waypoints To create a waypoint using the map panning arrow: 1. With the Map Page displayed, move the panning arrow (map pointer) to the map item you want use as a waypoint. If there is information in the mapping database for that location it will highlight momentarily and display a name or address. 2. Press ENTER to display the item information page.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation A new waypoint location can be averaged over time to produce a more accurate location, but only while the GPS has a fix and before saving it. Using Waypoints To average a Waypoint Location using measurements over time: 1. With the “New Waypoint” information page displayed. Press the MENU key to display the page options menu. 2. Select “Average Location” and press ENTER to display the Average location Page. It will begin to average automatically. 3.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation To Move a Waypoint on the Map Page: Using Waypoints New Location Original Location 1. Use the Find Feature to display the Information Page for the desired waypoint. (Refer to page 33.) 2. Highlight the “Map” button at the bottom of the page and press ENTER to display the waypoint on the map. 3. Press ENTER again to place a “Move” marker next to the waypoint. 4.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using the Find Menu The Find Feature provides you with a method for searching for Waypoints, Cities, and Exits which are included in the GPSmap 76CS basemap. You can also find Waypoint and Geocache Points you have saved. If you have downloaded Garmin MapSource mapping data that contains additional map detail, you can search for and find Points of Interest, Addresses and Intersections.
GPSmap 76CS 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 find 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.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using the Find Item Information Page When you have selected a Find item and pressed the ENTER key, an Information Page displays with detailed information about the item. This page contains: • 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.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find 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: Waypoint Information Page Options include “Average Location” 1. With an Information page displayed for a Find item, press the MENU key to display the Options Menu. 2.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation • Change Reference - Point to a new location on the map Page using the Panning Arrow and press ENTER. • 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 70 for detailed information.) • Add To Route - Include this item on a New Route or add it to an existing route. (See Using Routes page 51 on for details.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation 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.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Searching for a Geocache The Find Geocache feature allows you to view the list of geocache locations that have been either, created using the GPSmap 76CS or downloaded from your computer. A geocache location is actually a waypoint with a special geocache symbol assigned to give special significance and to allow it to be separated from others on the waypoints list. For more information on creating a geocache point refer to Geocache Setup instruction on page 65 and www.garmin.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Find Cities List Searching for a City The Find Cities feature allows you to search for any city listed in the mapping database (either in the basemap or from downloaded detailed mapping data). To find a city: 1. Use the ROCKER key to select the “Cities” option, then press it to display the find by ‘Nearest’ list of cities. Cities Options Menu 2.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Searching for an Interstate Exit The Find Exits feature allows you to search for the nearest Interstate Exits. 1. Press the FIND button to display the Find Menu. 2. Select the Exits icon, then press ENTER to display the Exit List. 3. Highlight and select an exit type by pressing ENTER. 4. A list of exits nearest to you displays. The title box indicates the interstate highway which is served by the exits.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Tide Station List Tide Station Symbols on Map Page Tide Station Prediction Page (High and Low tides for a 24 hour period for the date shown) 40 GPSmap 76CS Owner's Guide copy.indd 40 Searching for a Marine Point The Find Marine Point feature allows you to search for the marine Tide Prediction Stations provided in the marine basemap contained in your GPSmap 76CS.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation To find a Wreck or Obstruction 1. Press the FIND key to display the Find Menu. 2. Select the Marine Points icon, then press ENTER to display the sub-icon(s) for marine items supported by the basemap and downloaded detailed marine charts. 3. Use the ROCKER key to highlight and select the Wrecks/ Obstructions icon, then press ENTER. 4. If you get a “None Found” message, you are too far from the coastline or out of the area of map data coverage.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Searching for an Address The Find Addresses feature allows you to search for an address if you have downloaded detailed mapping data. Enter the street number, street name and city and the Find Feature matches that data with addresses in the map database. To find an Address: Find Addresses Search Page Find Address Matches 1. Press and hold the MENU/FIND key to display the Find Menu. 2. Highlight the Addresses icon and press ENTER to display the ‘Find Addresses’ page.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Searching for an Intersection The Find Intersections feature allows you to search for an intersection if you have downloaded detailed mapping data. Enter the two street names and city and the Find Feature matches that data with intersections in the map database. Using Find To find an Intersection: 1. Press and hold the MENU/FIND key to display the Find Menu. 2. Highlight the Intersections icon and press ENTER to display the “Find Intersections” search page. 3.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Searching for a Point of Interest You can use the Find Point of Interest feature to locate a nearby restaurant, lodging, landmark, public building, park, etc. However, you must have downloaded MapSource detailed mapping that supports this feature otherwise these options, plus Address and Intersection options, are not functional. Using Find + To find a point of interest: 1. Press the FIND button to display the Find Menu. 2.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Main Menu About the Main Menu The Main Menu is the directory for all unit features not in the Main Page sequence with the exception of Mark Waypoint and Find, which are accessed by pressing the FIND and MARK keys. The Time and Date can be found at the bottom of this page. A detailed discussion of each of the Main Menu features follows this brief introduction. Use the ROCKER key to highlight a feature name and then press ENTER to display the feature page.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Tracks Using a Track Log The Tracks feature creates an electronic trail on the map page as you travel about and is referred to as a Track Log. A track log contains information about points along its path, including time, position, elevation and depth (requires NMEA input, see page 58). Use a Track Log to: • Record your movements for a given time and place and save it. • Measure the area of any space you encompass with a track. • Retrace your path in either direction.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation the Distance, Time and Auto options. Because a track is made of a series of points that define your path of travel, they can be placed a specified “Distance” apart or placed at a “Time” interval you specify. The “Auto” option allows you choose from five intervals. 6. Next, set the interval for setting track points. You can choose from distance, time or frequency values. 7. The last item is the Active Track Color Options list. 8.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Tracks 151ST ST Saved Track Page Saved Track on the Map Page Area Calculation Option 4. The Saved Track Page allows you to: Rename the track, view the track distance, view the calculated area encompassed by the track (an area is defined even if the track is open ended), specify a color for the track when displayed on the map page (Show On Map).
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Track Profiles Once you have saved a track, you not only have a record of the path you traveled but an altitude profile as well. Using Tracks To view a Track Profile: 1. With the Saved Tracks Page for the Track displayed, press the MENU key to display the Profile option. 2. Then press ENTER to display the Track Profile. The beginning of the track is marked by a flag and you can scroll across the profile by pressing the left ROCKER key arrow.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Tracks TracBack Page Create User Waypoint Prompt 50 GPSmap 76CS Owner's Guide copy.indd 50 To Use the TracBack feature: 1. With the Saved Tracks Page for the track or the Track Log displayed, highlight the TracBack button and press ENTER to display the TracBack Page. 2. A map showing the entire track appears and you are prompted to select the point you want to TracBack to.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Creating and Using a Route Route navigation allows you to create a sequence of intermediate waypoints which lead you to your final destination. The GPSmap 76CS stores 50 routes, with up to 250 waypoints each. A route can be created and modified from the Routes Page, and waypoints can be added to a route from the Find Menu. More complex routes can be created using a PC and MapSource mapping programs and then transferred to the unit memory.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Routes Direct Line Navigation Go To (Distance) Navigation from Waypoint to Waypoint Manual Routing Navigation using Existing Roadways Methods of navigating to a destination: • When you activate the “Go To” button on the Information Page for a User Waypoint or other Find Menu items, the GPSmap 76CS creates a straight path (point to point) from your current location to that location.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Navigating a Route After you have created a route, you can begin navigation immediately or save it to the Saved Routes list as explained on page 51. When you are navigating a route, a guidance message and graphic view of turns in the route will display as you approach each one. Using the “Follow Roads” option from the Routing Setup Page increases the number of turns and displays an Active Route page with a list of turns.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Route Options Using Routes Saved Routes Options To delete the route: 1. Access the Saved Routes Page from the Main Menu and press the MENU key to display the Options Menu. 2. To clear the saved routes list, select “Delete All Routes” and press ENTER. A prompt will display, asking “Do you really want to delete all routes?” Select “Yes” and press ENTER.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using the Route Detail Page Options: To remove all waypoints: 1. Press the MENU key to display the Options Menu. 2. Highlight the “Remove All’ option and press ENTER. At the prompt , select “Yes.” Using Routes Route Detail Page To reverse the route: With the Options Menu displayed, highlight the “Reverse Route” option and press ENTER. Route Waypoint Options Menu To create a vertical profile of the route: (Available only if Garmin MapSource U.S. Topo 24K map data is used.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Highway Page Highway Page with an Active Route The Highway Page Whenever navigating a route, the Highway Page will guide you to the destination using data fields and a graphic highway. Up to four user selectable data fields display information such as speed, distance, time to next point on the route, etc. The list of data to display and the method of selection is the same as for the Compass Page and is explained in detail on page 11.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Setup Menu The Setup Menu allows you to customize the GPSmap 76CS to your personal preferences. Each selectable setup page is identified by an icon, which when highlighted displays the page when you press ENTER. The Setup Menu To access the Setup Menu: 1. From the Main Menu select the Setup icon and press ENTER. 2. With the Setup Menu displayed, select the feature you wish to modify and press ENTER. 3.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Display Setup The Display Setup Page allows you to select a screen display color scheme for day and night viewing. You can set the backlight timeout and the level of brightness which can significantly save on battery power. Display Setup To change a System Setup feature: Color Scheme Options Backlight Timeout Options Level Selector Display Setup Page Interface Setup 58 Interface Setup Page GPSmap 76CS Owner's Guide copy.indd 58 Data Format Options 1.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation RTCM In - Provides DGPS input using a standard RTCM SC-104 format. No output. RTCM In/NMEA Out - Allows DGPS input using a standard RTCM SC-104 format and supports the output of standard NMEA 0183 version 3.01 data. RTCM In/Text Out - Allows DGPS input using a standard RTCM SC-104 format and supports the output of simple ASCII text output of location and velocity information None - Provides no interfacing capabilities. Interface Setup To change an Interface Setup feature: 1.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Tones Setup The Tones Setup Page allows you to customize the signal tones for a variety of unit features. Tones Setup Tones Sound when highlighted Check to Mute all Tones Tones Setup Page Page Sequence Setup To use the Tones Setup feature: 1. Access the Tones Setup Page. 2. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the feature for which you want to set a tone and press ENTER to display the options menu. 3. Highlight the desired option and press ENTER.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using the Map Setup Feature The map display for your GPSmap 76CS is user configurable. A factory set of default settings currently control the Map Page display and may be satisfactory for your current requirements. The Map Setup pages allow you to determine how map features appear on the page by controlling map orientation, text size, track display, map item display, detailed map data display and more.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Map Setup The “General Settings” Map Setup Page The “Tracks Settings” Map Setup Page Map Setup - General Settings The first page of the Map Setup feature is the General Settings Page. Use this page: to select the map orientation, “North Up” (with north at the top of the map) or “Track Up” (with the map oriented in the direction of travel). “Below” sets the map scale at which the Track Up feature displays, all scales above that revert to the North Up map orientation.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Map Setup - Text Settings The fourth page of the Map Setup feature is the Text Settings Page. Use this page to select the text size for descriptions of map items on the Map Page. You can select from Small, Medium, or Large. Map Setup - Information Settings This page of the Map Setup feature displays a list of downloaded detailed maps such as topographic, marine charts, and MapSource maps with auto-routing capability.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Routing Setup The Routing Setup Page allows you to customize the manner in which routing functions behave. There are setup and option menus for route creation and methods of navigation. Routing Setup To Use Routing Setup Options: Routing Setup Options Routing Setup Page Calculation Method Options 1. Access the Routing Setup Page. 2.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Geocache Setup The Geocache Setup Page allows you to find and record items hidden at geographic locations. Refer to the Garmin website for details and how to download geocache locations from the internet (www.garmin.com). Geocache Setup To use the Geocache Setup feature: 1. Access the Geocache Setup Page as explained at the beginning of this section. 2. Highlight the symbols fields and press ENTER to change from the default open and closed geocache symbols.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Time Setup The Time Setup Page allows you to set the correct time for your geographic location. Time Setup To use the Time Setup feature: To set the UTC Offset for “Other” Time Zones, see page 91. Time Zone Options Time Setup Page 1. Access the Time Setup Page. 2. Highlight the Time Format field and press ENTER to choose from 12 or 24 (Military Time) hour formats. 3. Highlight the Time Zone field and press ENTER to choose the correct zone for your location.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation 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. Heading Setup Display Options To use the Heading Setup feature: 1. Access the Heading Setup Page. 2.
GPSmap 76CS 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.
GPSmap 76CS Allow the GPS Receiver to deter mine the elevation: the GPS receiver estimates the current elevation when determining its location. The accur racy will vary depending on the posi tion (telemetry) of satellites overhead. It won’t be as accurate as an elevation entered from a known source, but is sufficient for most navigation applica tions. 2. When finished, a Completed or Failed Use the elevation determessage will display.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Proximity Waypoints The Proximity Waypoints Page allows you to establish waypoints that have alarm circles around them at specified distances. The alarm helps you to avoid locations that are restricted or otherwise to be avoided. Proximity Waypoints To use the Proximity Waypoint feature: Use the ENTER key to Review or Remove an entry. Proximity Waypoints List Number Keypad Press the Menu key to Clear the Entire List Selected Waypoint 1.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Features Calendar The Calendar allows you to view for any given day and location; Sunrise/Sunset times, moon phase, Hunt and Fish probabilities, archived waypoints for activities you want to navigate to and a day, week or month format display. Calendar New Location Options To use the Calendar feature: 1. Access the Calendar from the Main Menu. The current week is displayed. 2.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Features Alarm Clock The Alarm Clock Feature allows you to use your GPSmap 76CS as an alarm clock. You can choose from different alarm tones, and use the “Snooze” feature to delay the alarm for an additional seven minutes. Alarm Clock To set the Alarm Clock: Alarm Clock Page Calculator Options Menus 1. Access the Alarm Clock from the Main Menu. 2. Highlight the Alarm Time field and press ENTER to display the Number Keypad and set the desired alarm time. 3.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Features Stopwatch This feature allows you to use the GPSmap 76CS as a stopwatch, which includes a lap timer. You may also have the unit record the lap time based on distance. Stopwatch To start the stopwatch: Use the ROCKER key to highlight the ‘Start’ field and then press ENTER. Lap Options Menu To stop the stopwatch: Use the ROCKER key to highlight the ‘Stop’ field and press ENTER.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Features Sun and Moon Tables Location Options Menu Sun and Moon Page 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.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Features 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. Hunt and Fish Tables To display hunting and fishing predictions for a specified date and location: 1. Access the Hunt and Fish Page from the Main Menu. The current date and location are displayed in the date and location fields at the top of the page. 2.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Features GPS Enhanced Games Games The GPSmap 76CS provides games as an entertainment feature. Several of these games employ GPS as a virtual component in the play. To select and play a game: 1. Access the Main Menu and use the ROCKER key to select the Games icon. 2. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the desired game and press ENTER to display the brief description prompt for each game.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Features Virtua Maze This GPS game creates a virtual maze on the screen. You are placed at a central position in the maze and must explore the maze collecting flags. The lower right corner of the screen tells you how many flags remain. The lower left corner is a timer displaying the elapsed time. The Difficulty Lever determines how much of the maze you can see at one time. Viewing less of the maze makes the game more difficult.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Features GPS Enhanced Games Nibbons In this GPS game, you must walk around the board 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.
GPSmap 76CS GPS Features 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. From time to time you will be transported by slides that curve or move you diagonally. The game consists of several difficulty levels and an extended or limited visibility option.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Accessories Accessories (Included with the Unit) Carry Lanyard - Provides convenient method for carrying the unit. USB PC Interface Cable - Provides connection to a PC for data transfer. Also includes, MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM with USB Drivers. Owner’s Manual - Start up instructions and detailed operation reference. Quick Start Guide - Abbreviated overview of unit operation and reference.
Installing the Carry Lanyard and Accessory Ports MCX External Antenna Connector GPSmap 76CS Appendix Accessories (under weather cover) Auto Navigation Kit Marine Mount Kit USB Connector (under weather cover) Power/Data Cable Connector Carry Lanyard Installation Back of GPSmap 76CS Bicycle Handlebar Mount Kit “Serial Port” (under weather cover) Rechargeable NiMH Battery Kit 81 GPSmap 76CS Owner's Guide copy.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Specifications PHYSICAL Case: Rugged, fully gasketed, water resistant, IEC-529, IPX7 (Submersible 1 meter @ 30 minutes) Size: 6.2”H x 2.7”W x 1.4”D Weight: 7.6 ounces (216g) with batteries installed Display: 1.5”W x 2.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix DGPS Accuracy Position: Velocity: 3-5 meters (10-16 feet), 95% typical4 0.05 meter/sec steady state Specifications Dynamics: Performs to specifications to 6 g’s Interfaces: NMEA 0183 version 2.3, RTCM SC-104 (for DGPS corrections) and RS-232 and USB for PC interface Data Storage Life: Indefinite: no memory battery required Map Storage: Internal; approximately 115 MB Source: Two 1.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Data Field Definitions 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 76CS. Accuracy GPS - The current accuracy of your 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.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Distance - Next - The distance to the next point on a route. Data Field Definitions Distance - Destination - The entire distance, from beginning to end, of a route. ETA - Next - The estimated time of arrival at the next point on your route, if you maintain your current speed and course. ETA - Destination - The estimated time of arrival at your destination, if you maintain your current speed and course. Elevation - The distance above or below mean sea level.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Data Field Definitions Odometer - The total distance you have traveled for all trips. Off Course - The distance off your direct course line, right or left. Pointer - The arrow that indicates the direction to travel to the next point on a route. Speed - Your current vehicle speed can be measured in miles per hour, kilometers per hour or knots. Speed - Maximum - The maximum speed you have attained since the Trip Computer was reset. Speed - Moving Avg.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Time of Day - The current time and date. It can be displayed in 12 or 24 hour format in local time or universal (UTC) time. Data Field Definitions To Course - Your direction of travel to get back on course. Trip Odometer - The running total of distance traveled since the Trip Computer was reset. Trip Time - Moving - The length of time your vehicle has been in motion, since the Trip Computer was reset.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Data Field Definitions Water Temperature - The temperature of water at a measured depth using measurement devices interfaced to the GPSmap 76CS. Waypoint - Destination - The last point on a route, your destination. Waypoint - Next - The next point on your route. 88 GPSmap 76CS Owner's Guide copy.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Interfacing the GPSmap 76CS The GPSmap 76CS 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 76CS to MapSource. Refer to the MapSource User’s Guide provided with your MapSource CDs.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Downloading MapSource Map Data Garmin MapSource CD-ROM’s 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 90 See your Garmin Dealer or visit the Garmin web site at: www.garmin.
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’.
GPSmap 76CS 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.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix To set up Loran TD from the Setup Menu: 1. Press the MENU key twice to display the Main Menu, then press again to display the Setup Menu. Loran TD Setup 2. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the Location icon and press ENTER to display the Location Setup Page. 3. Highlight the “Position Format” field and press ENTER to display the format list. 4. Highlight “Loran TD” press ENTER to display the Loran Setup Page. 5.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix WAAS and DGPS What is WAAS? The Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) is an FAA funded service to improve the overall integrity of the GPS signal for users in North America. WAAS is just one service provider that adheres to the MOPS (Minimum Operational Performance Standard) for global Satellite Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS).
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Interface formats are selected from the Interface Setup on page 58 of this manual. The input/output lines on your GPSmap 76CS are RS-232 compatible, allowing easy interface to a wide range of external devices, including PC’s, differential beacon receivers, marine autopilots and /or a second GPS receiver. The NMEA 0183 version 3.01 interface format is supported by the GPSmap 76CS and enables the unit to drive up to three NMEA devices. NMEA 0183 Version 3.
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Index A Accessories 80 Accuracy Circle 9 Activate a Route 52 Alarm Clock 72 Altimeter Calibration 25, 68 Altimeter Page 20 Altimeter Setup 68 Arrow, Panning 9 AutoZoom 62 B Backlight Timeout 7, 58 Backlighting On/Off 7, 58 Battery Level Indicator 7 Battery Saver Mode 57 Battery Type 57 Bearing Pointer 14 Big Numbers 26 C Calculator Page 72 Calendar Page 71 Calibrate Altimeter 25, 68 Calibrate Compass 16, 67 Calibration Setup 68 Cautions iv-vi Cities, By Name 38 Cities, Nearest 38 96
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Index M O S Main Menu Page 6, 45 Map Datums 66, 92 Map Display 8 Map Features 9 Map Page 8 Map Page Options 10 Map Page Panning 9 Map Scale 9 Map Setup 61 MapSource Map Data 8, 90 Marine Setup 63 Mark a Waypoint 27 Mark Waypoint Page 27 Measuring Distance 13 Microphone Sensitivity 8 MOB Feature 28 Moving a Route Waypoint 30 Odometer 26 Offset (Time) 66, 91 Orient Map 61, 62 Overall Average Speed 26 Satellite Page 4 Saving the Tracklog 47 Selecting a Page 2 Setup Menu 57 Show Data
GPSmap 76CS Appendix Index Trip Computer Page 26 Trip Odometer 26 Trip Time 26 U Unit Features 3 Unit i.d.
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