Garmin GPSMAP 76CS User Manual Page 1

with sensors and maps owner’s manual GPSMAP® 76CSGPSmap 76CS Front Cover Rev. B.indd 1GPSmap 76CS Front Cover Rev. B.indd 1 10

viiiGPSmap 76CSIntroductionSection 4: GPS Features...71-79Calendar...

90GPSmap 76CSAppendixDownloading MapSource Map DataGarmin MapSourceCD-ROM’s offer a variety of detailed mapping data and navigation information. MapSo

91GPSmap 76CSUTC Offset Chart This chart is provided to help you determine the time offset settings for your current location if it is not in one

92GPSmap 76CSMap Datums are based on a mathematical model of the Earth.Position FormatsMap DatumsWhat are Map Datums, and which should I use?

93GPSmap 76CSAppendixLoran TD SetupTo set up Loran TD from the Setup Menu:1. Press the MENU key twice to display the Main Menu, then press again to di

94GPSmap 76CSAppendixWAAS and DGPSWhat is WAAS? The Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) is an FAA funded service to improve the overall integrity

95GPSmap 76CSAppendixInterface Wiring Diagram Unit Power/Data Port ViewInterface formats are selected from the Interface Setup on page 58 of t

96GPSmap 76CS AppendixIndexAAccessories 80Accuracy Circle 9Activate a Route 52Alarm Clock 72Altimeter Calibration 25, 68 Altimeter Page 20Altime

97GPSmap 76CSIndexAppendixMMain Menu Page 6, 45Map Datums 66, 92Map Display 8Map Features 9Map Page 8Map Page Options 10Map Page Panning 9Map S

98GPSmap 76CS AppendixIndexTrip Computer Page 26Trip Odometer 26Trip Time 26UUnit Features 3Unit i.d. 57Units of Measure 66Units Setup 66User Wa

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1GPSmap 76CSBattery Installation and Start UpImportant NoteWhen replacing batteries, use only new or fully charged bat-teries. Do not mix Alkaline and

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2GPSmap 76CSKey FunctionsIN/OUT Zoom Keys • From the Map Page, press to zoom in or out. • From any other page, press to scroll up or

3GPSmap 76CSGetting StartedBattery Compartment Locking D-Ring• Turn 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and lift to remove cover. Battery Compartment Cover(w

4GPSmap 76CSGetting StartedSatellite Page Acquiring Satellite SignalsInitialization & the Satellite PageThe GPSmap 76CS locates satellites above i

5GPSmap 76CSGetting StartedInitialization & The Satellite PageMap Page with Current Position Arrow4. When the receiver has signals from at least t

6GPSmap 76CSGetting StartedThe Main Page SequenceWhenever you turn on the GPSmap 76CS, the Power On Page is followed by the Satellite Page, which is

7GPSmap 76CSStatus BarBattery PowerAuxiliary PowerAcquiring Satellites2-Dimension Navigation3-Dimension NavigationAlarm is SetUSB is ConnectedBackligh

8GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Map PageUsing the Map Page The Map Page is the primary navigation feature of the GPSmap 76CS. The Map Page displays a de

9GPSmap 76CS GPS NavigationThe Map PageZoom In Using Map Page FeaturesUse the Zoom In and Out buttons to change the map scale in order to show more

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10GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Map PageThe Map Page Options Menu The Map Page can be changed to display a variety of information for navigation. You c

11GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Map PageTwo Data FieldsData Field Sub-MenuFour Data FieldsList ofData Field OptionsThree Data FieldsTo display Data Fie

12GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Map PageTo display Guidance Text:1. With Map Page displayed, press the MENU key to display the Map Page Options Menu.

13GPSmap 76CS GPS NavigationMeasuring DistanceThis Map Page option allows you to use the ROCKER key to position the Map Pointer on a map item and then

14GPSmap 76CS GPS NavigationThe Compass PageUsing the Compass PageThe Compass Page is your guide to accurate and efficient navigation. It uses traditi

15GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Compass PageThe Electronic CompassWhen you manually turn the Compass Off, it stays off until you manually turn it On ag

16GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Compass PageCalibrating the Electronic CompassThe Electronic Compass must be calibrated outdoors when you fi rst use th

17GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Compass PageCompass Page Options MenuTo use Compass Page Options: Press the MENU key to display the Options Menu. To u

18GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Compass PageTo stop navigation: Highlight “Stop Navigation” and press ENTER to stop navigat-ing.To select the Course P

19GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Compass PageCourse Pointer OptionShow 3 Data FieldsData FieldDisplay OptionsTo display data fi elds:1. Highlight the dat

iGPSmap 76CSPrefaceIntroductionContact GarminIf you should encounter any diffi culty while using your GPSmap 76CS, or if you have any questions, in the

20GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageThe Altimeter Page provides the user with the current elevation, rate of ascent/descent, a profi le of e

21GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageYou can customize the ‘“View” option displays using the ”Zoom Ranges” option to determine time, distance,

22GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageZoom RangesYou can set the Zoom Ranges for elevation, distance, or time when you display the “View Elevat

23GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageView PointsYou can scroll through a recorded elevation or pressure profi le to view data for any point alo

24GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageResetYou can reset the elevation data and the maximum elevation data by selecting these “Reset” options f

25GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageCalibrate Altimeter Because the GPSmap 76CS relies on the Barometric pressure to deter-mine the eleva

26GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Trip Computer PageUsing the Trip Computer PageThe Trip Computer Page provides you with a wide variety of travel data us

27GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationMARK The Mark Waypoint PageThe Mark Waypoint Page allows you to mark and record your current (or any other) location as a w

28GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationTo create a waypoint using the map panning arrow:1. With the Map Page displayed, move the panning arrow (map pointer) to th

29GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationA new waypoint location can be averaged over time to produce a more accurate location, but only while the GPS has a fix and

iiGPSmap 76CSSoftware License AgreementSoftware License Agreement BY USING THE GPSmap 76CS, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF T

30GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing WaypointsTo Move a Waypoint on the Map Page:1. Use the Find Feature to display the Information Page for the desired w

31GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationFind MenuUsing Find Using the Find MenuThe Find Feature provides you with a method for searching for Waypoints, Cities, and

32GPSmap 76CSSearching for a location using Find By NameIf you know the name of the location you want to find, the Find By Name search option may be t

33GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing Find Using the Find Item Information PageWhen you have selected a Find item and pressed the ENTER key, an Information

34GPSmap 76CS Waypoint Information Page Options include “Average Location”The Find Information Page Options Menu offers eight options for using a Find

35GPSmap 76CS • Change Reference - Point to a new location on the map Page using the Panning Arrow and press ENTER. • Set Proximity - Program

36GPSmap 76CSSearching for a WaypointThe Waypoints List is your storage file for all created and saved waypoints. Waypoints can be created from markin

37GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing Find Searching for a GeocacheThe Find Geocache feature allows you to view the list of geocache locations that have be

38GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing Find Searching for a CityThe Find Cities feature allows you to search for any city listed in the mapping database (ei

39GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing Find Searching for an Interstate ExitThe Find Exits feature allows you to search for the nearest Interstate Exits.1.

iiiGPSmap 76CSIntroductionThe GPSmap 76CS complies with Part 15 of the FCC interference limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. The

40GPSmap 76CSSearching for a Marine PointThe Find Marine Point feature allows you to search for the marine Tide Prediction Stations provided in the ma

41GPSmap 76CSTo find a Wreck or Obstruction1. Press the FIND key to display the Find Menu. 2. Select the Marine Points icon, then press ENTER to displ

42GPSmap 76CSSearching for an AddressThe Find Addresses feature allows you to search for an address if you have downloaded detailed mapping data. Ente

43GPSmap 76CSSearching for an IntersectionThe Find Intersections feature allows you to search for an intersec-tion if you have downloaded detailed map

44GPSmap 76CS+Searching for a Point of InterestYou can use the Find Point of Interest feature to locate a nearby restaurant, lodging, landmark, publi

45GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Main MenuAbout the Main MenuThe Main Menu is the directory for all unit features not in the Main Page sequence with the

46GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing a Track Log The Tracks feature creates an electronic trail on the map page as you travel about and is referred to as

47GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing Tracksthe Distance, Time and Auto options. Because a track is made of a series of points that defi ne your path of tr

48GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing Tracks4. The Saved Track Page allows you to: Rename the track, view the track distance, view the calculated area enco

49GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing TracksTrack ProfilesOnce you have saved a track, you not only have a record of the path you traveled but an altitude

ivGPSmap 76CSCAUTION: Use the GPSmap® 76CS at your own risk. To reduce the risk of unsafe operation, carefully review and understand all aspects of t

50GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing TracksTo Use the TracBack feature:1. With the Saved Tracks Page for the track or the Track Log displayed, highlight t

51GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing RoutesList of Saved RoutesRoute Setup Page Active Route Pagewhen following roadsIndicates Active RouteOptions MenuAct

52GPSmap 76CSUsing RoutesGPS NavigationMethods of navigating to a destination:• When you activate the “Go To” button on the Information Page for a Use

53GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing RoutesList of Turns for an Active Route using the “Follow Roads” optionPreview of Turn 4 of 9 Turns on a RouteNavigat

54GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing RoutesRoute Leg Transition OptionsSaved Routes OptionsRoute on the map transitions to the next leg point when you are

55GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationUsing Routes Route DetailPageOptions MenuRoute WaypointOptions Menu Route Vertical Profi le using U.S. Topo 24K DEM map

56GPSmap 76CSThe Highway PageGPS NavigationThe Highway PageWhenever navigating a route, the Highway Page will guide you to the destination using data

57GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationThe Setup MenuSetup MenuThe Setup MenuThe Setup Menu allows you to customize the GPSmap 76CS to your personal preferences.

58GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationInterface SetupInterface SetupThe Interface Setup Page allows you to control the input/output format used when connecting y

59GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationIMPORTANT NOTE: When the USB cable is con-nected to the GPS map 76CS, it is automatically detected and communicates only in

vGPSmap 76CSMAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available

60GPSmap 76CSTones SetupThe Tones Setup Page allows you to customize the signal tones for a variety of unit features. To use the Tones Setup feature:1

61GPSmap 76CSTo customize the Map Page display:1. To access the Map Setup Pages, press the MENU key with the Map Page is displayed. 2. Scroll down the

62GPSmap 76CSThe “General Settings” Map Setup PageThe “Tracks Settings” Map Setup PageThe “Points Settings” Map Setup PageMap Setup - General Settings

63GPSmap 76CSMap SetupThe “Text Settings” Map Setup PageThe “Map Information” Map Setup PageThe “Marine Settings” Map Setup PageMap Setup - Text Setti

64GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationRouting SetupRouting SetupThe Routing Setup Page allows you to customize the manner in which routing functions behave. Ther

65GPSmap 76CSGeocache SetupThe Geocache Setup Page allows you to find and record items hidden at geographic locations. Refer to the Garmin website for

66GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationTime SetupThe Time Setup Page allows you to set the correct time for your geographic location.To use the Time Setup feature

67GPSmap 76CSHeading SetupThe Heading Setup Page allows you to specify the type of heading display and the type of North Reference used to calculate y

68GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationAltimeter SetupAltimeter SetupThe Altimeter Setup Page allows you to setup the Altimeter to self calibrate each time you tu

69GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationWelcome Page SetupWelcome Page SetupThe Welcome Page Setup Page allows you to insert a message such as ownership informatio

viGPSmap 76CSSafety Warnings and Cautions—Read This First!WARNING: For use in vehicles, it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of a vehic

70GPSmap 76CSGPS NavigationProximity WaypointsProximity WaypointsThe Proximity Waypoints Page allows you to establish waypoints that have alarm circle

71GPSmap 76CSGPS FeaturesCalendarThe Calendar allows you to view for any given day and location; Sunrise/Sunset times, moon phase, Hunt and Fish proba

72GPSmap 76CSGPS FeaturesCalculatorAlarm ClockAlarm ClockThe Alarm Clock Feature allows you to use your GPSmap 76CS as an alarm clock. You can choose

73GPSmap 76CSGPS FeaturesStopwatchStopwatchThis feature allows you to use the GPSmap 76CS as a stopwatch, which includes a lap timer. You may also hav

74GPSmap 76CSGPS FeaturesSun and Moon TablesLocation Options MenuSun and MoonThe Sun and Moon Tables provide you with a graphic depiction of the sun a

75GPSmap 76CSGPS FeaturesHunt and FishThe Hunt and Fish Tables provide you with a listing of predicted best times for hunting and fishing for a chosen

76GPSmap 76CSGPS FeaturesGamesThe GPSmap 76CS provides games as an entertainment feature. Sev-eral of these games employ GPS as a virtual component in

77GPSmap 76CSGPS FeaturesVirtua MazeThis GPS game creates a virtual maze on the screen. You are placed at a central position in the maze and must expl

78GPSmap 76CSGPS FeaturesGPS Enhanced GamesNibbonsIn this GPS game, you must walk around the board collecting the flags as they appear. As you walk, y

79GPSmap 76CSGPS FeaturesBeast HuntAlthough not a true GPS game, Beast Hunt requires some navigation skills, in which you must find and defeat the dra

viiGPSmap 76CSIntroductionTable of ContentsSection 1: Introduction...i-ivPreface...

80GPSmap 76CSAppendixCAUTION: Garmin Accessories have been designed and tested specifically for use with Garmin products. Accessories offered for sale

81GPSmap 76CSAppendix Installing the Carry Lanyard and Accessory PortsMarine Mount KitBicycle Handlebar Mount KitRechargeable NiMH Battery KitAuto Nav

82GPSmap 76CSAppendixPHYSICALCase: Rugged, fully gasketed, water resistant, IEC-529, IPX7 (Submersible 1 meter @ 30 minutes) Size: 6.2”H

83GPSmap 76CSAppendix DGPS Accuracy Position: 3-5 meters (10-16 feet), 95% typical4Velocity: 0.05 meter/sec steady state Dynamics: Per

84GPSmap 76CSAppendixData Field Defi nitionsThe following list provides a brief description of each data field option. Some of these options are suppor

85GPSmap 76CSAppendixData Field Defi nitionsDistance - Next - The distance to the next point on a route.Distance - Destination - The entire distance, f

86GPSmap 76CS AppendixData Field Defi nitionsOdometer - The total distance you have traveled for all trips.Off Course - The distance off your direct co

87GPSmap 76CSAppendixData Field Defi nitionsTime of Day - The current time and date. It can be displayed in 12 or 24 hour format in local time or unive

88GPSmap 76CSAppendixData Field Defi nitionsWater Temperature - The temperature of water at a measured depth using measurement devices interfaced to th

89GPSmap 76CSAppendixConnecting the GPSmap 76CS to a ComputerUniversal Serial Bus (USB) PortSerial Communications PortLift CoverLift CoverInterfacing