Garmin GPSMAP 76CSx User Manual

GPSMAP® 76CSx

mapping gps with sensors

owner’s manual

Shown with optional MapSource® data.

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INTRODUCTION > ABOUT THIS MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the Garmin GPSMAP 76CSx.
The GPSMAP 76CSx 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, Compass, and
Altimeter Pages.

The Main Menu section describes features found in
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 the Appendix.

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.

INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS

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 76CSx ........................vi

Cleaning the Case ................................................. vi

Cleaning the Screen ............................................... vi

Storage ................................................................... vi

Water Immersion ................................................... vi

Warning .............................................................vii

Caution .............................................................viii

Getting Started .................................................1

Unit Overview .....................................................1

Using the GPSMAP 76CSx Keypad ..................3

Turning on the GPSMAP 76CSx ........................4

Adjusting the Backlight .......................................... 4

Initializing the GPS Receiver .............................5

Initialization Options .............................................. 6

Using the GPSMAP 76CSx ................................

Understanding Terms .............................................. 6

Selecting Options and Entering Data ...................... 7

Using the Status Bar ............................................... 8

On-Screen Messages ............................................... 9

Using the Databases ................................................ 9

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 Information Page .......................... 18

Find Information Page Options Menu .................. 18

Finding a Waypoint ...............................................20

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INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS

Finding a Geocache .............................................. 21

Finding a City ....................................................... 21

Finding an Interstate Exit ..................................... 22

Finding an Intersection ......................................... 24

Searching for a Point of Interest ........................... 24

Using Tracks .....................................................26

Track Profiles ........................................................ 29

Navigating a Saved Track .....................................30

Creating and Using Routes .............................31

Creating a Route ................................................... 31

Navigating a Route ............................................... 32

Editing a Route ..................................................... 33

Using the Route Page Options .............................. 35

Main Pages ..................................................... 36

Satellite Page ....................................................37

Using the Satellite Page Options Menu ................ 37

Map Page ...........................................................38

Using Additional Map Data .................................. 39

Changing the Zoom Range ................................... 40

Map Orientation .................................................... 40

Map Page Options ................................................ 40

Guidance Text ....................................................... 41

Setting up the Map Page ....................................... 42

Measuring Distance .............................................. 45

Turning Declutter On or Off ................................. 46

Restoring Defaults ................................................ 47

Compass Page ..................................................47

Using the Electronic Compass .............................. 48

Compass Page Options ......................................... 50

Sight ‘N Go Navigation ........................................ 51

Using the Course Pointer or Bearing Pointer .......52

Data Fields ............................................................ 53

Altimeter Page ..................................................54

Altimeter Page Options ........................................ 55

Plot Over Time (Distance) .................................... 56

View Pressure/Elevation Plots ............................. 56

Zoom Ranges ........................................................ 57

View Points ........................................................... 58

View Points on Map ............................................. 58

Reset .....................................................................59

Calibrate Altimeter ............................................... 60

Change Data Fields ............................................... 61

Trip Computer Page .........................................61

Trip Computer Page Options Menu ...................... 62

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INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS

Main Menu ......................................................63

Tracks ................................................................63

Track Page Options ............................................... 64

Route Page ........................................................64

Highway Page ...................................................64

Setup Menu .......................................................65

System Setup ........................................................66

Display Setup ........................................................ 67

Interface Setup ...................................................... 68

Tones Setup ........................................................... 68

Page Sequence Setup ............................................ 69

Map Page Setup .................................................... 69

Routing Setup ....................................................... 70

Geocache Setup ....................................................71

Marine Setup ......................................................... 72

Time Setup ............................................................ 73

Units Setup ........................................................... 73

Heading Setup ....................................................... 74

Calibration Setup .................................................. 75

Altimeter Setup ..................................................... 76

Welcome Setup ..................................................... 77

Jumpmaster ........................................................... 78

Proximity Waypoints ........................................

Calendar ............................................................82

Calculator ..........................................................83

Stopwatch .........................................................84

Sun and Moon ...................................................85

Hunt and Fish ...................................................86

Games Menu .....................................................87

82

Appendix ........................................................ 91

Specifications ...................................................91

Interfacing .........................................................92

Optional Accessories .......................................93

Connecting Your GPSMAP 76CSx to a Com-

puter .............................................................94

Map Datums and Location Formats ...............95

What is WAAS/EGNOS? ...................................97

Data Field Definitions .......................................98

FCC Compliance .............................................101

Limited Warranty ............................................102

Index ............................................................. 104

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INTRODUCTION > SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Software License Agreement

BY USING THE GPSMAP 76CSx, 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.

You acknowledge that the Software is the property of
Garmin and is protected under the United States of America
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 of America.

Product Registration

Help us better support you by completing our online
registration today! Have the serial number on the
back of your GPSMAP 76CSx 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 of your
GPSMAP 76CSx. 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 76CSx, or if you have any questions,
in the U.S.A. contact Garmin Product Support by
phone: [phone] or 800/800.1020, Monday–
Friday, 8 AM–5 PM Central Time; or by e-mail at

www.garmin.com/contactUs.

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

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INTRODUCTION > CARING FOR THE GPSMAP 76CSX

Caring for the GPSMAP 76CSx

The GPSMAP 76CSx 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.

Storage

Do not store the GPSMAP 76CSx 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

Cleaning the Screen

The GPSMAP 76CSx 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.

The GPSMAP 76CSx 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 and replace batteries
before reuse.

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Warning

INTRODUCTION > 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 76CSx to all available navigation sources,
including information from visual sightings, and maps. For
safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions before
continuing navigation.

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

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Use the electronic chart in the GPSMAP 76CSx 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.

http://www.garmin.com/prop65.

INTRODUCTION > CAUTION

Caution

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

Use the GPSMAP 76CSx only as a navigational aid. Do
not attempt to use the GPSMAP 76CSx 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.

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. In some countries, complete and accurate map information is either not available or is prohibitively
expensive.

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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
76CSx. Although the GPSMAP 76CSx is a precision
navigation device, any navigation device can be misused or
misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.

Unit Overview

GETTING STARTED > UNIT OVERVIEW

GETTING STARTED

Internal

antenna

Interface keys

GPSMAP 76CSx Owner’s Manual 1

Auxiliary GPS

Antenna Connector

(under weather cap)

Battery compartment

cover

Battery compartment

locking D-ring

External Data/Auxilary

Power Port (under

weather cap)

USB connector port

(under weather cap)

Carry Lanyard

attachment slots

GETTING STARTED > UNIT OVERVIEW

Installing the Batteries, MicroSD Card,
and Lanyard

The GPSMAP 76CSx operates on two AA batteries
(not included), which are located in the back of the
unit. You can use Alkaline or NiMH batteries. See

page 66 for information on setting the battery type.

To install 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,

SD

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 D-Ring 1/4 turn
clockwise.

CARD

MICRO

Remove the batteries from your GPSMAP 76CSx
when you do not expect to use the unit for several
months. Stored data is not lost when batteries are
removed.

To install and uninstall the MicroSD card:

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

2. Press down on the top
edge of the MicroSD card
until you hear a click.
Gently release the card.

3. Press down again to
install the card.

To install the Lanyard:

1. Place the loop of the
Lanyard through the slot
at the bottom of the unit.

2 Route the strap through

the loop and pull tight.

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Using the GPSMAP 76CSx Keypad

GETTING STARTED > USING THE GPSMAP 76CSX KEYPAD

IN/OUT Zoom Keys

• Press to zoom in or out on the
Map Page.

• Press to scroll up or down a
list on any other page.

FIND/MOB Key

• Press at any time to view the
Find Menu.

• Press and hold for MOB.

POWER Key

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

• Press and Release to adjust
the backlighting.

QUIT Key

• Press to cancel data entry or
exit a page.

ROCKER Key

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

PAGE Key

• Press to cycle through the main pages.

• Press and hold to turn the compass
on or off

MENU Key

• Press to view page options.

• Press twice to view the Main Menu.

ENTER/MARK Key

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

• Press and hold at any time to mark
your current location as a waypoint.

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GETTING STARTED > TURNING ON THE GPSMAP 76CSX

Turning on the GPSMAP 76CSx

When the GPSMAP 76CSx 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 76CSx 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.

Adjusting the Backlight

You might want to adjust the backlight to see the
screen 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 67 for information on changing the screen

Introduction Page Satellite Page

2. To turn off the GPSMAP 76CSx, press and
hold the POWER key again.

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colors and backlight timeout and brightness levels.

GETTING STARTED > INITIALIZING THE GPS RECEIVER

Initializing the GPS Receiver

The first time you turn on your GPSMAP 76CSx, the
GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish
its current location. To ensure proper initialization,
the GPSMAP 76CSx is shipped from the factory in
AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find
itself” anywhere in the world. To receive satellite
signals, you should be outdoors and have a clear view
of the sky.

To initialize your GPSMAP 76CSx:

1. Press and hold the POWER key to turn on the
GPSMAP 76CSx.

2. Hold the unit in front of you with the top tilted
upward. When the receiver has signals from
at least three satellites, the top of the page
changes to indicate position accuracy and
location coordinates.

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

You can also see a sky view of the satellites overhead
with your location centered. The outer circle
represents the horizon and the inner circle a location
45 degrees from the horizon. The numbers shown
indicate the number assigned to each satellite. The
bars at the bottom of the page indicates the strength of
satellite signal.

The outer

represents

the horizon.

The inner

circle is 45

degrees from

the horizon.

circle

Heading bug

indicates your

direction of
movement.

The Strength of

each satellite

signal.

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GETTING STARTED > USING THE GPSMAP 76CSX

Initialization Options

If the unit cannot get a satellite fix, an options
menu with a list of solutions appears. Highlight the
appropriate solution and press ENTER.

Using the GPSMAP 76CSx

This section explains how to enter and select
information with the GPSMAP 76CSx.

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

Use With GPS Off—use this option to save battery
power when you do not need the GPS on.

New Location—use when you have moved the unit
more than 600 miles and you are having trouble
locking onto satellite signals.

Restart Search

are having trouble locking onto satellite signals.

Continue Acquiring

where the satellite signals are temporarily blocked.

—use when you have not moved, but

—use when you are in an area

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

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GETTING STARTED > USING THE GPSMAP 76CSX

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

Selecting Options and Entering Data

Use the ROCKER to highlight, select, or choose an
item in a list or a field on the screen.

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.

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.

Field

Highlighted

field

On-screen buttons

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.

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GETTING STARTED > USING THE GPSMAP 76CSX

Using the Status Bar

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

Status Bar

• The Battery Power icon ( ) shows the
remaining power as the battery. The Auxiliary
Power icon ( ) appears when the unit is
plugged in to an external or USB power source.

• Satellite signal status is shown when searching
for or acquiring satellites (
( ) is attained and when a 3D fix ( ) is
attained (four or more satellites are received.)

), when a 2D fix

• The Backlight icon (

) appears when the
backlight is on. The Backlight 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 USB.

• Electronic compass icon (

) appears when

the electronic compass is turned on.

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GETTING STARTED > USING THE GPSMAP 76CSX

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.

Using the Databases

Optional MapSource CD-ROMs enhance the
versatility of your GPSMAP 76CSx. This data is
loaded to the MicroSD Card already installed in the
unit. With optional MapSource City Navigator 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 included USB Interface Cable or an optional PC
interface cable (with a serial connector) is used to

On-Screen Messages

transfer MapSource CD-ROM data to the MicroSD
card.

Mad data transfer requires the USB Interface Cable
provided with the unit to transfer MapSource data
from a PC to the MicroSD card when installed in
the GPSMAP 76CSx. Inserting the MicroSD card in
a standard SD card adapter and using a card reader
allows for faster data transfer time.

See the Garmin Web site (

cartography/) for compatible MapSource products.

http://www.garmin.com/

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BASIC OPERATION > CREATING AND USING WAYPOINTS

BASIC OPERATION

This section explains some of the more common
operations you will perform with your GPSMAP
76CSx including creating and using waypoints, tracks,
and routes using the Find Menu.

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
location, create a waypoint on the Map Page, or enter
coordinates for a waypoint manually.

Marking Your Current Location

Use the ENTER/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.

ENTER/MARK key while at a

To mark your current location:

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

Waypoint

symbol

Mark Waypoint Page

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

Waypoint

name

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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
pointer 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/MARK
to capture the pointer location and open the
information page for the map item.

3. Highlight Save, and press ENTER.

If the selected map item 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.

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
when using a chart.

BASIC OPERATION > CREATING AND USING WAYPOINTS

Information page for a

map point with data

Information page for a

map point without data

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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BASIC OPERATION > CREATING AND USING WAYPOINTS

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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BASIC OPERATION > CREATING AND USING WAYPOINTS

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

Moving a waypoint

New

location

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.

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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BASIC OPERATION > CREATING AND USING WAYPOINTS

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

bearing

and

distance

Project Waypoint

Page

Projected

waypoint on the

map

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Proximity Waypoints

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

Radius

field

Proximity

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.

Empty line

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.
As you approach a proximity waypoint, a tone
sounds 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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BASIC OPERATION > USING THE FIND MENU

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.

Using the Find Menu

Use the Find Menu to search for waypoints, cities,
and exits included in the GPSMAP 76CSx 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.

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/MOB key to mark the
MOB waypoint.

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.

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

Find Menu with optional

MapSource data

Cities Options Menu

Waypoint Options

Menu

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BASIC OPERATION > USING THE FIND MENU

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.

4. Use the
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.

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.

ROCKER and ENTER keys to operate

Find By

Name

On-screen

keypad

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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.

Using the Find Information Page

When you select an item from the Find List and
press ENTER, an information page shows detailed
information about the item. Each information page

To go to a recently found item:

1. Press FIND to open the Find Menu.

2. Press FIND again or highlight the Recent
Finds icon and press ENTER to open the
Recent Finds Page.

contains three on-screen buttons. Different buttons
appear depending on whether you are selecting an
item to navigate to or adding an item.

Find Information Page Options Menu

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

Recent

Finds icon

List of

recently

found items

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 averages the result for a more accurate

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.

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location reference. See page 13 for more information.

Project Waypoint

—create a new waypoint by
entering bearing and distance from a reference
location. See page 14 for more information.

BASIC OPERATION > USING THE FIND MENU

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.

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

Add To Route

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

View

Sun and Moon—view Sun and Moon tables for

this item location. See page 85 for more information.

View

Hunt and Fish—view Hunt and Fish tables for

this item location. See page 86 for more information.

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

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.

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BASIC OPERATION > USING THE FIND MENU

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.

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.

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.

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

Waypoints

icon

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