Garmin GPSMAP 60Cx User Manual

GPSMAP® 60Cx

color map navigator

owner’s manual

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December 2005

Part Number 190-00481-00 Rev. D

Printed in Taiwan

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the Garmin GPSMAP 60Cx. The GPSMAP 60Cx uses 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.

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 sections.

The Introduction contains the Table of Contents.

The Getting Started section provides an overview of the unit, how to turn the unit on, and how to acquire satellites.

The Basic Operation section provides information about setting up waypoints, routes, and tracks.

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The Main Pages section contains an overview of the Satellite, Trip Computer, Map, and Compass Pages.

The Main Menu section describes features found on the Main Menu, and information on how to change settings.

The Appendix contains information such as specifications, optional accessories, and maintenance information. You can also find warranty and FCC information in theAppendix.

An Index is provided at the end of the manual for reference.

Manual Conventions

This manual uses the term Warning to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

This manual uses the term Caution to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury or property damage. It may also be used without the symbol to alert you to avoid unsafe practices.

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Table of Contents
Introduction.......................................................	i
About This Manual..............................................	i
Manual Conventions................................................	i
Software License Agreement............................	v
Product Registration..........................................	v
Contact Garmin........................................................	v
Caring for the GPSMAP 60Cx...........................	vi
Cleaning the Case .................................................	vi
Cleaning the Screen...............................................	vi
Storage...................................................................	vi
Water Immersion ...................................................	vi
Warning.............................................................	vii
Caution.............................................................	viii
Getting Started.................................................	1
Unit Overview .....................................................	1
Installing the Batteries.............................................	2
Using the GPSMAP 60Cx Keypad.....................	3
Turning on the GPSMAP 60Cx ..........................	4
Adjusting the Backlight...........................................	4
Initializing the GPS Receiver.............................	5
Using the GPSMAP 60Cx...................................	6
Understanding Terms...............................................	6
Selecting Options and Entering Data.......................	7

Using the Status Bar................................................	7
On-Screen Messages................................................	8
Using the Mapping Databases.................................	8
Basic Operation.............................................	10
Creating and Using Waypoints .......................	10
Marking Your Current Location............................	10
Creating Waypoints Using the Map.......................	11
Creating a Waypoint Using Coordinates ...............	11
Editing Waypoints .................................................	12
Deleting Waypoints ...............................................	12
Averaging the Waypoint’s Location ......................	13
Projecting a Waypoint............................................	14
Proximity Waypoints.............................................	15
Man OverBoard (MOB) ........................................	16
Using the Find Menu........................................	16
Find By Name........................................................	17
Recent Finds..........................................................	18
Using the Find Item Information Page..................	18
Find Information Page Options Menu...................	18
Finding a Waypoint................................................	20
Finding a Geocache...............................................	20
Finding a City........................................................	21
Finding an Interstate Exit ......................................	22
Finding anAddress................................................	22
Finding an Intersection..........................................	24

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Searching for a Point of Interest............................	24
Using Tracks.....................................................	26
Navigating a Saved Track......................................	29
Creating and Using Routes.............................	31
Creating a Route....................................................	31
Navigating a Route................................................	32
Editing a Route......................................................	34
Using the Route Page Options...............................	35
Main Pages.....................................................	37
Satellite Page....................................................	38
Using the Satellite Page Options Menu.................	38
Map Page...........................................................	39
UsingAdditional Map Data...................................	40
Changing the Zoom Range....................................	41
Map Orientation.....................................................	41
Map Page Options .................................................	41
Guidance Text........................................................	42
Setting up the Map Page........................................	43
Measuring Distance...............................................	46
Turning Declutter On or Off..................................	47
Restoring Defaults.................................................	47
Compass Page..................................................	48
Compass Page Options..........................................	49
Using the Course Pointer or Bearing Pointer ........	49
Data Fields.............................................................	51

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Trip Computer Page.........................................	52
Trip Computer Page Options Menu.......................	52
Main Menu......................................................	53
Tracks................................................................	53
Track Page Options................................................	54
Route Page........................................................	54
Highway Page...................................................	54
Setup Menu Page .............................................	55
System Setup.........................................................	56
Display Setup.........................................................	57
Interface Setup.......................................................	58
Tones Setup............................................................	59
Page Sequence Setup.............................................	59
Map Page Setup ....................................................	60
Routing Setup........................................................	60
Geocache Setup .....................................................	61
Marine Setup..........................................................	62
Time Setup.............................................................	62
Units Setup ............................................................	63
Heading Setup........................................................	64
Welcome Setup......................................................	65
Proximity Waypoints........................................	66
Calendar............................................................	66
Calculator..........................................................	67
Stopwatch.........................................................	67

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Sun and Moon...................................................	68
Hunt and Fish ...................................................	69
Games Menu.....................................................	70
Memory Race ........................................................	71
Virtua Maze ...........................................................	71
GekoSmak .............................................................	72
Nibbons..................................................................	72
Gekoids..................................................................	72
Beast Hunt.............................................................	73
Appendix........................................................	74
Specifications...................................................	74
Physical..................................................................	74
Performance...........................................................	74
Power.....................................................................	74
Interfacing.........................................................	75
Optional Accessories.......................................	78
Connecting Your GPSMAP 60Cx to a ..Computer 79
What is WAAS/EGNOS? ......................................	80
Loran TD Setup.................................................	81
Map Datums and Location Formats ...............	82
What are Map Datums?.........................................	82
What is a Location Format?...................................	82
FCC Compliance...............................................	83
Limited Warranty..............................................	84
Index...............................................................	86

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Software License Agreement

BY USING THE GPSMAP 60Cx, YOUAGREE TO BE BOUND BYTHE TERMSAND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSEAGREEMENT.

PLEASE READ THISAGREEMENT 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.

You acknowledge that the Software is the property of Garmin and is protected under the United States ofAmerica copyright laws and international copyright treaties. You further acknowledge that the structure, organization,

and code of the Software are valuable trade secrets of Garmin and that the Software in source code form remains a valuable trade secret of Garmin. You agree not to decompile, disassemble, modify, reverse assemble, reverse engineer, or reduce to human readable form the Software or any part thereof or create any derivative works based on the Software. You agree not to export or re-export the Software to any country in violation of the export control laws of the United States ofAmerica.

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Product Registration

Help us better support you by completing our online registration today! Have the serial number of your GPSMAP 60Cx handy and connect to our Web site (http://www.garmin.com). Look for the Product Registration link on our Home page.

Use this area to record the serial number in case your GPSMAP 60Cx is lost, stolen, or needs service. Be sure to keep your original sales receipt in a safe place or attach a photocopy inside the manual.

Serial Number: ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

Contact Garmin

If you should encounter any difficulty while using your GPSMAP 60Cx, or if you have any questions, in the U.S.A. contact Garmin Product Support by phone: [phone] or 800/800.1020, Monday– Friday, 8AM–5 PM Central Time; or by e-mail at [e-mail].

In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at 44/0870.8501241.

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Caring for the GPSMAP 60Cx

The GPSMAP 60Cx case is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance except cleaning.

Cleaning the Case

Clean the unit’s outer casing (except for the screen) using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution and then wipe dry.Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic components.

Cleaning the Screen

The GPSMAP 60Cx screen should be cleaned using a soft, clean, lint-free cloth. Water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass cleaner can be used if needed. If these are used, apply the liquid to the cloth and then gently wipe the screen with the moistened cloth.

Storage

Do not store the GPSMAP 60Cx 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).

Water Immersion

The GPSMAP 60Cx 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.

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Warning

Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could result in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury.

When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on the GPSMAP 60Cx to all available navigation sources, including information from visual sightings, and maps. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions before continuing navigation.

Use the electronic chart in the GPSMAP 60Cx only to facilitate, not to replace, the use of authorized government charts. Official government charts and notices to mariners contain all information needed to navigate safely.

WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. This Notice is being provided in accordance with California’s Proposition 65. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please refer to our Web site at http://www.garmin.com/prop65.

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Caution

Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations may result in injury or property damage.

Use the GPSMAP 60Cx only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt to use the GPSMAP 60Cx for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography. This product should not be used to determine ground proximity for aircraft navigation.

The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the United States government, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The government’s system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment, including the GPSMAP 60Cx.Although the GPSMAP 60Cx is a precision navigation device, any navigation device can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.

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 in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain inaccurate or incomplete data to some extent. This is particularly true outside the United States, where complete and accurate digital data is either not available or prohibitively expensive.

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			GETTING STARTED
Unit Overview			Auxiliary GPS
			Antenna Connector
	Power Key		(under weather cap)
LCD			USB connector port
Display
Screen			(under weather cap)
	GPSMAP 60Cx		Carry Lanyard
			attachment slot

Keypad

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Internal antenna

External Data/Auxilary

Power Port (under

weather cap)

Battery compartment locking D-ring

Battery compartment cover

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Installing the Batteries

The GPSMAP 60Cx operates on twoAAbatteries (not included), which are located in the back of the unit. You can useAlkaline or NiMH batteries. See page 56 for information on setting the battery type.

To install

2009 BY USE				USE BY 2009

the batteries:

1. Remove the battery cover by turning the D-Ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pulling the cover loose.

2. Insert the batteries, observing the proper polarity. A polarity diagram is molded into the battery compartment.

3. Reinstall the battery cover by aligning the back cover

with the unit and turning the CompartmentBattery D-Ring 1/4 turn clockwise.

Remove the batteries from your GPSMAP 60Cx when you do not expect to use the unit for several months. Stored data is not lost when batteries are removed.

To install the Lanyard:

1.Place the loop of the Lanyard through the slot at the at the upper left side on the back of the unit.

2Route the strap through the loop and pull tight.

Wrist Strap

Installation

Refer to page 9 for information on accessing the MicroSD data card in the battery compartment.

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Using the GPSMAP 60Cx Keypad

POWER Key

•Press and hold to turn the unit on or off.

•Press and Release to adjust the backlighting.

IN/OUT Zoom Keys

•	Press to zoom in or out on the	GPSMAP 60Cx
	Map Page.
•	Press to scroll up or down a
	list on any other page.

FIND/MOB Key

•Press and release at any time to view the Find Menu.

• Press and hold for MOB*

MARK Key

•Press and release at any time to mark your current location.

QUIT Key

• Press and release to cancel data entry or exit a page.

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ROCKER Key

•Press up, down, left, or right to highlight options and to enter data, or move the map panning arrow.

PAGE Key

•Press and release to cycle through the main pages.

MENU Key

•Press and release to view page options.

•Press twice to view the Main Menu.

ENTER Key

•Press and release to enter highlighted options, data or confirm on-screen messages.

* Man Overboard (MOB) feature stores a waypoint and then navigates back to it.

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Turning on the GPSMAP 60Cx

When the GPSMAP 60Cx is turned on, the Introduction Page appears, followed by the Satellite Page. The unit must collect satellite data and establish its current location.

To turn the GPSMAP 60Cx on and off:

1.Press and hold the POWER key. When the unit turns on, a tone sounds and the Introduction Page appears, followed by the Satellite Page.

2.To turn off the GPSMAP 60Cx, press and hold the POWER key again.

Welcome Page

Satellite Page

Adjusting the Backlight

You may want to adjust the backlight to see the display better.

To adjust the backlight level:

1.Press and quickly release the POWER key.

2.Press up on the ROCKER to increase the brightness, or press down to decrease.

3.Press ENTER or QUIT to close the Backlight adjustment window.

Backlight Adjustment Slider

See page 57 for information on changing the display colors and backlight timeout and brightness levels.

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Initializing the GPS Receiver

The first time you turn on your GPSMAP 60Cx, the GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish its current location. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 60Cx is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find itself” anywhere on Earth. To receive satellite signals, you must be outdoors and have a clear view of the sky.

To initialize your GPSMAP 60Cx:

1.Press and hold the POWER key to turn on the GPSMAP 60Cx.

2.Hold the unit in front of you with the top tilted upward. While the GPS receiver is searching for the satellite signals, a “Locating Satellites” message is replaced by an “Acquiring Satellites” message until enough signals are acquired to fix its location.

When the receiver has signals from at least three satellites, the display at the top of the page changes to indicate position accuracy and location coordinates.

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3.Press and release the PAGE key until the Map Page appears. You are now ready to begin GPS aided navigation.

You can also observe a sky view array of the satellites overhead with your location centered in the array. The outer circle represents the horizon and the inner circle a position 45 degrees from the horizon. The numbers shown indicate the number assigned to each satellite. Abar graph at the bottom of the page shows the strength of signals from each satellite.

The outer
circle
represents		Heading bug
the horizon.
		indicates your
The inner
		direction of
circle is a
		movement
location 45
degrees from		Strength of
the horizon.
		each satellite
		signal

If the unit cannot get a satellite fix, a list of solutions appears. Select an appropriate solution and press ENTER to continue.

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Using the GPSMAP 60Cx

This section explains how to enter and select information with the GPSMAP 60Cx.

Understanding Terms

As you progress through this owner’s manual, you are directed to press a specific key or highlight a field on the screen. When you are directed to press a key, you should press and quickly release the key. If the key needs to be held down for a period of time to start a secondary function, the instructions will tell you to do so. When a field is highlighted on the screen, it is highlighted in yellow. The position of the highlight is controlled by the ROCKER.

The following terms are used throughout this manual:

Highlight—move the highlighted area on the screen up, down, left, or right with the ROCKER to select individual fields.

Field—the location on a page where data or an option can be shown and entered. Select (highlight) a field using the ROCKER to begin entering data or selecting options.

On-screen button—use the ROCKER to highlight a button, and press ENTER to select the button.

Scroll bar—when viewing a list of items too long to appear on the screen, a scroll bar appears along the right side of the list. To scroll through a list, press up or down on the ROCKER or use Zoom In to scroll a set of items and Zoom Out to scroll the entire screen.

Default—the factory setting saved in the unit’s memory. You can change the settings, but you can also revert to the factory (default) settings when you select Restore Defaults when offered as an option.

Highlighted

field

Field

On-screen buttons

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Selecting Options and Entering Data

To enter data and select options, use the ROCKER to highlight, select, or choose an item in a list or a field on the screen.

To select and activate an option:

1.From any page, press MENU. An Options Menu appears with a list of additional options for that page.

2.Use the ROCKER to move the highlight up, down, right, or left on the menu to highlight the option you want, and press ENTER to select it.

To exit a menu or return to the previous setting:

Press QUIT. The QUIT key moves backward through your steps. Press QUIT repeatedly to return to the starting page.

Using the Status Bar

At the top of each page, the status bar provides status information for several unit features.

Status Bar

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•Power to the unit is provided by either batteries or from an auxiliary source (AC, DC or USB

Adapter). The Battery Power icon () shows the remaining power as the battery is depleted.

•TheAuxiliary Power icon () appears when the unit is powered by an external source such as the USB Data Cable provided with your unit or optional Serial Data/Power Cable or Cigarette LighterAdapter.

•Satellite signal status is shown when searching

for or acquiring satellites (), when a 2D fix () is attained and when a 3D fix () is attained (four or more satellites are received.)

• The Backlight icon (		) appears when the
backlight is on. Backlighting is off when

you turn the unit on. The Backlight uses a significant amount of battery power.

•The USB Cable Connection icon () appears when the unit is in communication with a PC Universal Serial Bus.

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On-Screen Messages

When a significant event in the operation of the unit occurs, an on-screen message appears to advise you of the occurrence. In each case the condition is described and often a remedy provided. Press ENTER to acknowledge the message and close the window.

On-Screen Messages

In some instances the message may indicate a temporary condition such as the “Calculating Route” message and close as soon as calculation is completed.

Calculating Route

Message

Using the Mapping Databases

Many of the GPSMAP 60Cx features require detailed mapping data in order to be fully operational, so you may want to transfer maps before using the unit. The MicroSD card provided with your unit can be loaded with detailed maps from optional MapSource disks for your PC can enhance the versatility of your GPSMAP 60Cx. With selected MapSource detailed mapping data, you can view listings of nearby restaurants, lodging, shopping centers, attractions and entertainment, and even retrieve addresses and phone numbers for any listed location. The amount of data transferable is limited to the capacity printed on the MicroSD card.

Map data transfer requires the USB Interface Cable provided with the unit to transfer MapSource data from a PC to the MicroSD card in the GPSMAP 60Cx. Inserting the MicroSD card in a standard SD card adapter and card reader allows for faster transfer.

You can purchase additional higher capacity MicroSD cards at your electronics supplier. See the Garmin Web site (http://www.garmin.com/cartography/) for

compatible MapSource products.

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Transferring Data to a MicroSD Card

The GPSMAP 60Cx is equipped with a pre-installed MicroSD card.

To install or remove the MicroSD card:

1.Remove the Battery Compartment Cover from the back of the unit and remove the two batteries.

2.Locate the card tray at the center of the battery tray and check to be certain the card is installed in the tray.

3.If you desire to remove the card, slide the tray cover up, then lift it toward you to remove the card from the tray.

4.To re-insert the card, lay the card in the tray, close the tray, and replace the batteries and cover when finished.

To transfer map data to the MicroSD card:

1.Lift the weather cover from the USB port on the upper back of the unit. It recommended that you use the USB port rather than the Serial Connection port for faster data transfer.

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2.Connect the USB cable provided with the unit to the USB port on your PC and to the miniUSB port on the back of the unit.

3.Follow instructions for selecting and downloading maps provided with the MapSource map data disk.

USB Port under weather cover

MicroSD card tray is located beneath the batteries in the battery compartment.

Slide the tray cover back to OPEN, then lift to remove or insert the MicroSD card. Close and slide forward to LOCK.

SanDisk

Detail of MicroSD card tray in Battery Compartment

Unlock

Lock

Back of GPSMAP 60Cx with Battery Cover removed

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BASIC OPERATION

This section explains some of the more common operations you will perform with your GPSMAP 60Cx including creating and using waypoints, using the Find Menu, and how to create and use tracks and routes.

Creating and Using Waypoints

Waypoints are locations or landmarks you record and store in your GPS. They are locations you might want to return to later. You can add waypoints to routes and even create a Go To directly to the selected waypoint.

Waypoints can be created using three methods. You can press the MARK key while at a location, create a waypoint on the Map Page, or enter coordinates for a waypoint manually.

Marking Your Current Location

Use the MARK key to quickly capture your current location to create a new waypoint. You must have a valid position (2D or 3D) fix to mark your current location.

To mark your current location:

1.Press and hold the MARK key until the Mark Waypoint Page appears. A default three-digit name and symbol are assigned to the new waypoint.

	Waypoint	Waypoint
	symbol
		name

Mark Waypoint Page

2.To accept the waypoint with the default information, highlight OK, and press ENTER. Or

To change any information on the Mark Waypoint Page, highlight the appropriate field, and press ENTER to open the on-screen keypad. After entering and confirming your changes, highlight OK, and press ENTER.

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Creating Waypoints Using the Map

You can quickly create a waypoint using the Map Page. When you pan the map and move the arrow over a map item, you will see a highlighted description of the item.

To create a waypoint using the Map Page:

1.On the Map Page, use the ROCKER to move the pointer to the map item you want to mark as a waypoint.

2.Press and quickly release ENTER to capture the pointer location and open the information page for the map item.

3.Highlight Save, and press ENTER.

If the map item selected contains no information, a “No map information at this point. Do you want to create a user waypoint here?” message appears. Highlight Yes, and press ENTER.

4.To change any information on the Waypoint Page, highlight the appropriate field, and press ENTER to open the on-screen keypad. After entering and confirming your changes, highlight OK, and press ENTER.

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Information page for a		Information page for a
map point with data	map point without data

Creating a Waypoint Using Coordinates

You can manually enter location coordinates to create a waypoint. This method is useful for creating a waypoint at a specific latitude/longitude position from a chart.

To create a new waypoint by entering location coordinates:

1.Create a new waypoint.

2.On the Waypoint Page, highlight the Location field, and press ENTER to open the on-screen keypad.

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3.Use the ROCKER to enter location coordinates. Highlight OK, and press ENTER when finished.

Manually enter waypoint coordinates

4. Press QUIT to exit.

Editing Waypoints

You can edit waypoints when created or at a later date. You can change the symbol, name, note, location, elevation, and depth.

To edit a waypoint:

1.Press FIND to open the Find Menu.

2.Highlight the Waypoints icon, and press ENTER to open the Waypoints Page.

3.Select the waypoint you want to edit, and press ENTER. The Waypoint Page opens.

4.Make changes by highlighting each field and use the waypoint symbol chart, and alphanumeric keypad to enter new data.

5.Press QUIT when finished.

Deleting Waypoints

You can delete waypoints from the Waypoint Page.

NOTE: When you delete a waypoint, you cannot recover it from the unit.

To delete a waypoint:

1.Press FIND to open the Find Menu.

2.Highlight the Waypoints icon, and press ENTER to open the Waypoints Page.

3.Select the waypoint you want to delete, and press ENTER. The Waypoint Page opens.

4.Highlight the Delete button, and press ENTER. A confirmation message appears.

5.Highlight Yes, and press ENTER to delete the waypoint.

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To move a waypoint on the Map Page:

1.On the Find Menu, Highlight the Waypoints icon, and press ENTER to open the Waypoints Page.

2.Select the waypoint you want to move, and press ENTER. The Waypoint Page opens.

3.Highlight the Map button, and press ENTER to show the waypoint on the map.

4.Press ENTER again to place a MOVE marker next to the waypoint.

5.Use the ROCKER to move the waypoint to a new location on the map, and press ENTER.

Original location

New location

Moving a waypoint

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Averaging the Waypoint’s Location

You can average a new waypoint location over time to produce a more accurate location.

NOTE: You must have a GPS Satellite fix before you can average a waypoint’s location. You cannot average a waypoint after it has been saved to the waypoints list and Mark Waypoint page closed.

To calculate the average location:

1.Press FIND to open the Find Menu.

2.Highlight the Waypoints icon, and press ENTER to open the Waypoints Page.

3.Select the waypoint for which you want to calculate the average location, and press

ENTER.

4.Press MENU to open Options Menu

5.Highlight Average Location, and press ENTER to open the Average Location Page. The unit begins calculating the average location of the waypoint.

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Waypoint

Options menu

6. Press ENTER to save the location.

Projecting a Waypoint

You can create a new waypoint by projecting the distance and bearing from a specific location to a new location.

To project a waypoint:

1.Press FIND to open the Find Menu.

2.Highlight the Waypoints icon, and press ENTER to open the Waypoints Page.

3.Select the waypoint you want to project, and press ENTER. The Waypoint Page opens.

4.Press MENU to open the Options menu.

5.Select Project Waypoint, and press ENTER to open the Project Waypoint Page.

6.Enter the distance and bearing to the projected waypoint in the appropriate fields at the bottom of the page, and press QUIT when finished.

Enter
distance
and
bearing	Project Waypoint	Projected waypoint
	Page	on the map

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Proximity Waypoints

Use the Proximity Waypoints Page to define an alarm circle around a stored waypoint location.

Radius

field

	Proximity	Empty line
	icon

Proximity

Alarms check box

To add a proximity waypoint

1.Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu.

2.Highlight the Proximity icon, and press ENTER to open the Proximity Waypoints Page.

3.Highlight an empty line, and press ENTER to open the Find Menu.

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4.Select a waypoint from the Waypoints List or from any other group of map points, and press ENTER to open the information page for the item.

5.With the Use button highlighted, press ENTER to add the point to the list on the Proximity Waypoints Page.

6.Use the ROCKER to highlight the Radius field if you want to enter a value different than the default of 1 mile.

To turn proximity alarms on or off:

1.Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu.

2.Highlight the Proximity icon and press ENTER to open the Proximity Waypoints Page.

3.Highlight the Proximity Alarms check box, and press ENTER to initiate the alarm feature. When you trigger an alarm, a tone will sound and a “Near Proximity Point” message appears. When you move outside the set radius, a “Leaving Proximity Point” message is shown.

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To clear one or all proximity waypoints from the list:

To remove or review a single entry, press

ENTER. Or

To remove all waypoints from the list, press MENU, highlight Remove All, and press

ENTER.

Man OverBoard (MOB)

Another method for creating a waypoint is the Man Overboard (MOB) feature. Typically an application for marking a location on water where you cannot stop quickly and must return to a point where there are no landmarks for reference.

To create a waypoint using the MOB feature:

1.Press and hold the FIND key.

2.Press ENTER to open the Map Page showing the path from your current location to the MOB point. Use the Compass Page for additional guidance to the MOB point.

Using the Find Menu

Use the Find Menu to search for waypoints, cities, and exits included in the GPSMAP 60Cx basemap. You can also find saved waypoint and geocache points.Additional icons appear depending on the optional BlueChart or MapSource data loaded to the unit. Press FIND to open the Find Menu.

Waypoint Options Menu

Find Menu with optional
MapSource data	Cities Options Menu

When you access a Find group list, it contains only those items near your current location or the pointer (if active).

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The options menu for each category contains a submenu of search options such as Find By Name, Find Nearest, Select Symbol (for waypoints), Change Reference (by moving the pointer to a new location), Nearest Containing (a keyword you enter), Select Category (for those groups such as Food & Drink, and Lodging). Use these options to shorten your search.

Find By Name

If you know the name of the location you want to find, use the Find By Name option.

To find a location using Find By Name:

1.Press FIND to open the Find Menu.

2.Use the ROCKER to highlight the icon for the type of item for which you want to search, and press ENTER.

Or

To search the entire database, select the All Points of Interest icon, and press ENTER.

3.Press MENU, highlight Find By Name, and press ENTER.

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4.Use the ROCKER and ENTER key to operate the on-screen keypad and enter the name of the location you want to find. When the Find list contains a match, highlight OK and press

ENTER.

Find By Name

On-screen

keypad

5.Highlight the location in the Find list, and press ENTER. The item’s information page opens, allowing you to save the item as a waypoint, show the item on the map, or automatically create a route (Go To) the item.

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Recent Finds

The Recent Finds Page shows a list of the last 50 items you have searched for or gone to recently.

To go to a recently found item:

1.Press FIND to open the Find Menu, then press FIND again to display the list of recent finds.

2.Highlight the Recent Finds icon, and press ENTER to open the Recent Finds Page.

Recent Finds icon

List of recently found items

3.Use the ROCKER to select the item you want to go to, and press ENTER to open the item’s information page.

4.Highlight Go To, and press ENTER to begin navigation.

Using the Find Item Information Page

When you select an item from the Find item list and press ENTER, an information page shows detailed information about the item. Each information page contains three on-screen buttons. Different buttons appear depending on whether you are selecting a Find item to navigate to or adding a Find item to a route list.

Find Information Page Options Menu

The Options Menu for each information page contains options for using a Find item as a tool for navigation.

To use the Options Menu:

1.With an information page open for a Find item, press MENU to open the Options Menu.

2.Use the ROCKER to select an option, and press ENTER:

Average Location—samples a waypoint location over time and average the result for a more accurate location reference. See page 13 for more information.

Project Waypoint—create a new waypoint by referencing another location by entering bearing and

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distance from the referenced location. See page 14 for more information.

Find Near Here—returns you to the Find Menu where you can search for map items near the item defined on the information page.

Change Reference—point to a new location on the Map Page using the pointer to search from that point.

Set Proximity—program an alarm to sound when you are within a specified radius of an item defined by the information page. See page 15 for more information.

Add To Route—include this item on a new route or add it to an existing route. See “Using Routes” on page 31 for more information.

View Sun and Moon—view Sun and Moon tables for this item location. See page 68 for more information.

View Hunt and Fish—view Hunt and Fish tables for this item location. See page 69 for more information.

Map Information—show the map from which the map item originated. See theAppendix for information about downloading detailed maps.

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To find an item near another item:

1.Press FIND to open the Find Menu.

2.Select an icon on the Find Menu, and press

ENTER.

3.Highlight an item in the Find list, and press ENTER to open the information page.

4.Press MENU to open the Options Menu, Highlight Find Near Here, and press ENTER. The Find Menu opens again with each category containing items near the item selected on the information page.

5.Select a category icon and press ENTER to open a Find list of items near the item.

To find an item from another location on the map:

1.Press FIND to open the Find Menu.

2.Select an icon on the Find Menu, and press

ENTER.

3.Press MENU to open the Options Menu, Highlight Change Reference, and press ENTER.The Map Page appears.

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4.Use the ROCKER to pan the arrow (pointer) to the map location you want, and press ENTER. The Find list shows a list of items near the new map location.

3.Use the ROCKER to select a waypoint, and press ENTER. The Waypoint Page opens.

Waypoints

icon

Finding a Waypoint

The Waypoints Page contains a list of all saved waypoints. Waypoints are stored in alphanumeric order and are also identified by a symbol assigned from a list of symbol types.

To find a waypoint:

1.Press FIND to open the Find Menu.

2.Highlight the Waypoints icon, and press ENTER to open the Waypoints Page.

Finding a Geocache

Use the Geocache icon to view the list of geocache locations created using your GPSMAP 60Cx or downloaded from your computer.Ageocache location is 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, see Geocache Setup instructions on page 61 and www.garm.com/products/gpsmap60cx/.

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