Garmin GPSMAP 60CS User Manual

with sensors and maps owner’s manual GPSMAP® 60CS

viiiGPSmap 60CSIntroduction Calibration Setup...65 Altimeter Setup...

90GPSmap 60CSMap Datums are based on a mathematical model of the Earth.Position FormatsMap DatumsWhat are Map Datums, and which should I use?

91GPSmap 60CSAppendixLoran 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

92GPSmap 60CSAppendixWAAS and DGPSWhat is WAAS? The Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) is an F.A.A. funded project to improve the overall integr

93GPSmap 60CSInterface Wiring DiagramAppendixUnit Power/Data Port ViewInterface formats are selected from the Interface Setup on page 56 of this manua

94GPSmap 60CSAppendixIndexAAccessories 78Accuracy Circle 9Activate a Route 48Alarm Clock 70Altimeter Calibration 25, 66 Altimeter Page 20Altime

95GPSmap 60CS AppendixIndexMMain Menu Page 6, 43Map Datums 64, 90Map Display 8Map Features 9Map Page 8Map Page Options 10Map Page Panning 9Map

96GPSmap 60CSIndexAppendixTrack Up 8, 60Trip Computer Page 26Trip Odometer 26Trip Time 26UUnit Features 3Unit i.d. 55Units of Measure 64Units

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1GPSmap 60CSInstalling the BatteriesThe GPSmap operates on two “AA” batteries (not included), which are located in the back of the unit. Alkaline or N

2GPSmap 60CSKey FunctionsIN/OUT Zoom Keys • From the Map Page, press to zoom in or out. • From any other page, press to scroll up or

IMPORTANT NOTE: Before connecting the unit to the USB Cable, install the USB Cable drivers included with the MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-R

Starting Up the GPS ReceiverWhen you turn on the GPSmap 60CS, the GPS receiver begins to search for satellites in order to determine (fix) its location

5GPSmap 60CSGetting StartedInitialization & The Satellite PageMap Page with Current Position Arrow4. When the receiver has signals from at least t

6GPSmap 60CSGetting StartedThe Main Page SequenceWhenever you turn on the GPSmap 60CS, the Power On Page is followed by the Satellite Page, which is

7GPSmap 60CSStatus BarBattery PowerAuxiliary PowerAcquiring Satellites2-Dimension Navigation3-Dimension NavigationAlarm is SetUSB is ConnectedBackligh

8GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Map PageUsing the Map Page The Map Page is the primary navigation feature of the GPSmap 60CS. The Map Page displays a de

9GPSmap 60CS 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 ma

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10GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Map PageThe Map Page Options Menu The Map Page can be changed to display a variety of information for navigation. You c

11GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Map PageTwo Data FieldsData Field Sub-MenuFour Data FieldsList ofData Field OptionsThree Data FieldsTo display Data Fie

12GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Map PageTo display Guidance Text:1. With Map Page displayed, press the MENU key to display the Map Page Options Menu.

13GPSmap 60CS 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 60CS GPS NavigationThe Compass PageUsing the Compass PageThe Compass Page is your guide to accurate and efficient navigation. It uses traditi

15GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Compass PageThe Electronic CompassWhen you manually turn the Compass Off, it stays off until you manually turn it On ag

16GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Compass PageCalibrating the Electronic CompassThe Electronic Compass must be calibrated outdoors when you first use the

17GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Compass PageCompass Page Options MenuTo use Compass Page Options:1. Press the MENU key to display the Options Menu.To u

18GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Compass PageTo stop navigation: Highlight “Stop Navigation” and press ENTER to stop navigat-ing.To select the Course P

19GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Compass PageCourse Pointer OptionShow 3 Data FieldsData FieldDisplay OptionsTo display data fields:1. Highlight the data

iGPSmap 60CSPrefaceContact GarminIf you should encounter any difficulty while using your GPSmap 60CS, or if you have any questions, in the U.S.A. conta

20GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageThe Altimeter Page provides the user with the current elevation, rate of ascent/descent, a profile of elev

21GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageYou can customize the ‘View’ option displays using the “Zoom Ranges” option to determine time, distance,

22GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageZoom RangesYou can set the Zoom Ranges for elevation, distance, or time when you display the “View Elevat

23GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageView PointsYou can scroll through a recorded elevation or pressure profile to view data for any point alon

24GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageResetYou can reset the elevation data and the maximum elevation data by selecting these ‘Reset’ options f

25GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Altimeter PageCalibrate AltimeterBecause the GPSmap 60CS relies on the Barometric pressure to determine the elevation a

26GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Trip Computer PageUsing the Trip Computer PageThe Trip Computer Page provides you with a wide variety of travel data us

27GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Mark Waypoint PageThe Mark Waypoint Page allows you to mark and record your current (or any other) location as a waypoi

28GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationTo create a waypoint using the map panning arrow:1. With the Map Page displayed, move the panning arrow (map pointer) to th

29GPSmap 60CSGPS 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 60CSSoftware License AgreementSoftware License Agreement BY USING THE GPSmap 60CS, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF T

30GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing WaypointsTo Move a Waypoint on the Map Page:1. Use the Find Feature to display the Information Page for the desired w

31GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationFind MenuUsing Find FINDPress the FIND key to display the Find MenuFind By NameOptionOptions Menu for groups with Sub-Categ

32GPSmap 60CSRecent Finds List“Finding” icon displays while searchingGPS NavigationUsing Find Pressing the FIND key with Find Menu displayed will take

33GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing Find Information Page for a WaypointInformation Page for a Map ItemSelected as a destinationSelected as a Point on a

34GPSmap 60CS Waypoint Information Page Options include “Average Location”The Find Information Page Options Menu offers eight options for using a Find

35GPSmap 60CS • Change Reference - Point to a new location on the map Page using the Panning Arrow and press ENTER. • Set Proximity - Prog

36GPSmap 60CSSearching for a WaypointThe Waypoints List is your storage file for all created and saved waypoints. Waypoints can be created from markin

37GPSmap 60CSSearching for a GeocacheThe Find Geocache feature allows you to view the list of geocache locations that have been either created using t

38GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing Find Find Cities ListCities Options MenuSelect Maps OptionsCity Information PageCity PageOptionsSearching for a CityT

39GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing Find Options MenusFind Exits ListExit Services Info PageExit Information PageSearching for an Interstate ExitThe Find

iiiGPSmap 60CSIntroductionThe GPSmap 60CS complies with Part 15 of the FCC interference limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. The

40GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing Find Find Addresses Search PageFind Address Matches Address Information PageSearching for an AddressThe Find Address

41GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing Find Options MenuIntersection Matches Intersection Info PageIntersections Search PageSearching for an IntersectionThe

42GPSmap 60CSSearching for a Point of InterestYou can use the Find Point of Interest feature to locate a nearby restaurant, lodging, landmark, public

43GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Main MenuAbout the Main MenuThe Main Menu is the directory for all unit features not in the Main Page sequence with the

44GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing a Track Log The Tracks feature creates an electronic trail on the map page as you travel about and is referred to as

45GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing TracksSave Track PageSaved Track on MapSelect Track Beginning PointSelect Track Ending Point5. Highlight the “Record

46GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing TracksSaved Track Page4. The Saved Track Page allows you to rename the track, view the track distance, view the calcu

47GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing TracksTrack ProfilesOnce you have saved a track, you not only have a record of the path you traveled but an altitude

48GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing TracksTo Use the TracBack feature:1. With the Saved Tracks Page for the track or the Track Log displayed, highlight t

49GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing RoutesCreating and Using a RouteRoute navigation allows you to create a sequence of intermediate waypoints which lead

ivGPSmap 60CSCAUTION: Use the GPSmap™ 60CS at your own risk. To reduce the risk of unsafe operation, carefully review and understand all aspects of th

50GPSmap 60CSUsing RoutesGPS NavigationMethods of navigating to a destination:• When you activate the “Go To” button on the Information Page for a Use

51GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing RoutesList of Turns for an Active Route using the “Follow Roads” optionPreview of Turn 4 of 9 Turns on a RouteNavigat

52GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing RoutesRoute Leg Transition OptionsSaved Routes OptionsRoute on the map transitions to the next leg point when you are

53GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationUsing Routes Route DetailPageOptions MenuRoute WaypointOptions Menu Route Vertical Profile using U.S. Topo 24K DEM mapp

54GPSmap 60CSThe Highway PageGPS NavigationThe Highway PageWhenever navigating a route, the Highway Page will guide you to the destination using data

55GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationThe Setup MenuSetup MenuThe Setup MenuThe Setup Menu allows you to customize the GPSmap 60CS to your personal preferences.

56GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationInterface SetupInterface SetupThe Interface Setup Page allows you to control the input/output format used when connecting y

57GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationIMPORTANT NOTE: When the USB cable is con-nected to the GPS map 60CS, it is automatically detected and communicates only in

58GPSmap 60CSTones SetupThe Tones Setup Page allows you to customize the signal tones for a variety of unit features. To use the Tones Setup feature:1

59GPSmap 60CSTo 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

vGPSmap 60CSMAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available

60GPSmap 60CSThe “General Settings” Map Setup PageThe “Tracks Settings” Map Setup PageThe “Points Settings” Map Setup PageGPS NavigationMap SetupMap S

61GPSmap 60CSMap SetupThe “Text Settings” Map Setup PageThe “Map Information” Map Setup PageThe “Marine Settings” Map Setup PageMap Setup - Text Setti

62GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationRouting SetupRouting SetupThe Routing Setup Page allows you to customize the manner in which routing functions behave. Ther

63GPSmap 60CSGeocache SetupThe Geocache Setup Page allows you to find and record items hidden at geographic locations. Refer to the Garmin website for

64GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationTime SetupThe Time Setup Page allows you to set the correct time for your geographic location.To use the Time Setup feature

65GPSmap 60CSHeading SetupThe Heading Setup Page allows you to specify the type of heading display and the type of North Reference used to calculate y

66GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationAltimeter SetupAltimeter SetupThe Altimeter Setup Page allows you to setup the Altimeter to self calibrate each time you tu

67GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationWelcome Page SetupWelcome Page SetupThe Welcome Page Setup Page allows you to insert a message such as ownership informatio

68GPSmap 60CSGPS NavigationProximity WaypointsProximity WaypointsThe Proximity Waypoints Page allows you to establish waypoints that have alarm circle

69GPSmap 60CSGPS FeaturesCalendarThe Calendar allows you to view the following for any given day and location; Sunrise/Sunset times, moon phase, Hunt

viGPSmap 60CSSafety Warnings and Cautions—Read This First!WARNING: For use in vehicles, it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of a vehic

70GPSmap 60CSGPS FeaturesCalculatorAlarm ClockAlarm ClockThe Alarm Clock Feature allows you to use your GPSmap 60CS as an alarm clock. You can choose

71GPSmap 60CSGPS FeaturesStopwatchStopwatchThis feature allows you to use the GPSmap 60CS as a stopwatch, which includes a lap timer. You may also hav

72GPSmap 60CSGPS FeaturesSun and Moon TablesLocation Options MenuSun and MoonThe Sun and Moon Tables provide you with a graphic depiction of the sun a

73GPSmap 60CSGPS FeaturesHunt and FishThe Hunt and Fish Tables provide you with a listing of predicted best times for hunting and fishing for a chosen

74GPSmap 60CSGPS FeaturesGamesThe GPSmap 60CS provides games as an entertainment feature. Sev-eral of these games employ GPS.To select and play a game

75GPSmap 60CSGPS FeaturesVirtua MazeThis GPS game creates a virtual maze on the screen. You are placed at a central position in the maze and must expl

76GPSmap 60CSGPS FeaturesGPS Enhanced GamesNibbonsIn this GPS game, you must walk around the field collecting the flags as they appear. As you walk, y

77GPSmap 60CSGPS FeaturesBeast HuntAlthough not a true GPS game, Beast Hunt requires some navigation skills, in which you must find and defeat the dra

78GPSmap 60CSAppendixAccessories (Included with the Unit)Wrist Strap - Provides convenient method for carrying the unit. Belt Clip - Attaches to th

79GPSmap 60CSAppendix Installing the Belt Clip and Lanyard AccessoriesAccessoriesSuction Mount KitAuto Dash Mount KitMarine Mount KitBicycle Mount Kit

viiGPSmap 60CSIntroductionTable of ContentsSection 1: Introduction...i-ivPreface...

80GPSmap 60CSAppendixPHYSICAL Case: Rugged, fully gasketed, water resistant, IEC-529, IPX7 (Submersible 1 meter @ 30 minutes) Size: 6.1

81GPSmap 60CSAppendix Waas (DGPS) Accuracy Position: 3-5 meters (10-16 feet), 95% typical4 Velocity: 0.05 meter/sec steady

82GPSmap 60CSAppendixData Field DefinitionsThe following list provides a brief description of each data field option. Some of these options are support

83GPSmap 60CSAppendixData Field DefinitionsDistance - Next - The distance to the next point on a route.Distance - Destination - The entire distance, fr

84GPSmap 60CS AppendixData Field DefinitionsOdometer - The total distance you have traveled for all trips.Off Course - The distance off your direct cou

85GPSmap 60CSAppendixData Field DefinitionsTime of Day - The current time and date. It can be displayed in 12 or 24 hour format in local time or univer

86GPSmap 60CSAppendixData Field DefinitionsWater Temperature - The temperature of water at a measured depth using measurement devices interfaced to the

87GPSmap 60CSInterfacing the GPSmap 60CSThe GPSmap 60CS is provided with interface connection to a PC using either a serial port or USB connector cabl

88GPSmap 60CSAppendixDownloading MapSource Map DataGarmin MapSourceCD-ROM’s offer a variety of detailed mapping data and navigation information. MapSo

89GPSmap 60CSUTC Offset Chart This chart is provided to help you determine the time offset settings for your current location if it is not in one