Garmin GPSMAP 76S quick start guide
GPSMAP 76S
chartplotting receiver
quick start
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Unit Overview
Internal Antenna
Interface keys
180 x 240 Four Level
Gray, Backlit Display
External Antenna Connection
Battery Compartment
External Data/Auxilary
Power Port
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Unit Overview
Please dispose of used
batteries properly!
Please dispose of used
batteries properly!
Remove the batteries from your GPSMAP 76S if you don’t expect
to use it for several months. Be sure to observe the proper polarity
when inserting the batteries. Follow the battery manufacturer’s
instructions on the proper care and handling of the batteries.
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Turn D-ring 1/4 turn counter-
clockwise and remove cover
Installing the batteries
Installing the batteries:
1. Remove the Battery Cover by turning the D-ring 1/4 turn counter clockwise
and pulling the cover loose.
2. Check the battery polarity with the molded diagram in the battery compartment and install the batteries inserting the end toward the spring fi rst.
3. Re-install the Battery Cover by reversing step 1.
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Installing the Lanyard
To install the Lanyard:
1. Place the loop of the Lanyard through the
slot opening at the bottom of the GPSMAP
76S.
2. Route the strap through the loop and pull
tight.
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The IN and OUT keys are used on the Map Page and the Plot Page. When
pressed, the IN key will decrease the map scale (Map Page) or decrease
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the horizontal scale (Plot Page) allowing you to view a smaller area with
greater detail.
When pressed the OUT key will increase the map scale (Map Page) or the hori-
Interface keys
zontal scale (Plot Page) allowing you to view a larger area with less detail.
The NAV/MOB key is used to begin or stop navigation. If the NAV/MOB
key is pressed and held down, the GPS stores the current location (a man
overboard point) and gives you the opportunity to begin immediate navigation to
that point.
The PAGE key will cycle you through the six main display pages in
sequence. When held it toggles the compass on and off.
The POWER key is used to turn the unit on and off. To turn the unit
off press the POWER key and hold it. The POWER key is also used to
display the adjustment window for the backlight and contrast adjustment. To
activate the backlight/contrast adjustment window with the unit on, press and
N
release the POWER key.
The MENU key is used to display page option menus. If pressed twice,
the Main Menu will be displayed.
The QUIT key will cycle you through the fi ve main display pages in
reverse sequence. The QUIT key will end an operation in progress and
display the previous page.
The ENTER key is used to activate a data fi eld or confi rm a selection. If
the ENTER key is pressed and held, the GPSMAP 76S will store the current location and display the Mark Waypoint page.
The ROCKER key, located in the center of the keypad, is used to control
the Up/Down and Left/Right movement of the cursor on the display pages
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and during data entry.
This exercise will provide you with the knowledge and skill to navigate the
pages and menus of your GPSMAP 76S with confi dence.
As we progress through this Quick Start Guide you will often be directed to
press a specifi ed Interface key or highlight a fi eld. When you are directed to press
a key, you should press, then release the key. If the key needs to be held down
for a period of time, the instruction will tell you. The position of the highlight
is controlled by the ROCKER key. When a fi eld is highlighted, a dark strip will
encompass the fi eld.
Let’s start by taking a look at the six main display pages. They are the GPS
Information Page, Map Page, Compass Page, Highway Page, Active Route Page
and the Plot Page. You can cycle through these pages by pressing either the
PAGE or QUIT key. When the GPSMAP 76S is turned on a Welcome Page will be
displayed, followed by an Information Page and a Warning Page. Acknowledge
each of these pages by pressing the PAGE key while they are displayed. The GPS
Information Page will now be displayed.
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Main Display Pages
GPS Information Page
Map Page
Compass Page
Highway Page
Active Route Page
Plot Page
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