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Garmin GPSMAP 65 User Manual

Garmin GPSMAP 65
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GPSMAP
®
65/65S
Owner’s Manual
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Garmin GPSMAP 65 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BasemapYes
PurposePersonal
Product colorBlack
Pre-installed mapsTopoActive Europe; routable
Protection featuresWaterproof
International Protection (IP) codeIPX7
Display diagonal2.6 \
Display resolution160 x 240 pixels
Display size (HxV)36 x 55 mm
Display technologyTFT
Display number of colors65536 colors
Routes quantity250
Tracks quantity200
Number of waypoints5000
Compatible memory cardsMicroSD (TransFlash)
Built-in memory capacity16 GB
USB connector typeMini-USB A
Battery life (max)16 h
Battery technologyNickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH)
Number of batteries supported2
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth36 mm
Width61 mm
Height160 mm
Weight217 g

Summary

Introduction and Device Overview

Device Overview

Details the physical components of the GPS device.

Battery Information

Provides important warnings and notices regarding battery usage and temperature.

Maximizing Battery Life

Offers tips to extend the device's battery operational time, including battery save mode.

Battery Installation and Storage

Long-Term Storage

Instructions for storing the device when not in use for extended periods.

Installing AA Batteries

Step-by-step guide for installing AA batteries into the device.

Installing a NiMH Battery Pack

Instructions for installing the optional NiMH battery pack.

Charging the Battery Pack

Device Operation Basics

Turning On the Device

Instructions on how to power on the GPS device.

Device Buttons

Description of the function of each button on the device.

Acquiring Satellite Signals

Steps to acquire satellite signals for accurate positioning.

Navigating the Main Pages

Using the Main Pages Overview

Overview of the primary navigation pages like menu, map, compass, and elevation plot.

Opening the Main Menu

How to access the main menu from any page.

Map Features and Settings

Map Display and Orientation

Information about the map display, orientation settings, and measuring distance.

Advanced Map Settings

Options for customizing map display and behavior, including auto zoom.

Compass Navigation

Compass Operation and Calibration

Covers compass use, calibration, course pointer, and Sight 'N Go navigation.

Heading Settings

Customizing compass display, north reference, and pointer behavior.

Trip Computer and Elevation Plot

Trip Computer Functionality

Overview and settings for tracking trip data like speed and distance.

Elevation Plot Features

Information on elevation plots, settings, and altimeter calibration.

Settings and Defaults

Restoring Default Page Settings

Restores settings for the current page to factory defaults.

Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks Management

Waypoint Operations

Covers creating, projecting, navigating, editing, and deleting waypoints.

Route Management

Covers creating, editing, viewing, deleting, and navigating routes.

Track Management

Track Recording and Settings

Covers track settings, recording methods, and intervals.

Managing Saved Tracks

Instructions for viewing, saving, clearing, deleting, and navigating tracks.

Location Finding and Data Sharing

Finding Locations

How to purchase maps and find addresses.

Geocaching and Chirp

Information on geocaching, downloading caches, logging, and chirp features.

Wireless Data Transfer

How to share waypoints, routes, tracks, and geocaches wirelessly.

Customization and Special Features

Setting Proximity Alarms

How to set alarms for proximity to specific locations.

Selecting a Profile

How to change device settings by selecting a profile.

Area Calculation

How to calculate the size of an area by walking its perimeter.

Satellite Page and Settings

Information on viewing satellite status and configuring GPS satellite settings.

Garmin Adventures and VIRB Remote

Garmin Adventures

How to group and manage adventure-related data using BaseCamp.

Using the VIRB Remote

How to control a VIRB camera using the GPS device.

Waypoint Accuracy and Data Fields

Waypoint Averaging

How to refine waypoint accuracy by averaging multiple readings.

Customizing Data Fields

How to customize the data fields displayed on each main page.

Smartphone Connectivity

Pairing a Smartphone

Steps to pair a compatible smartphone with the device via Bluetooth.

Connected Features Overview

Explanation of features available when connected to a smartphone.

Phone Notifications

How to view and manage smartphone notifications on the device.

Garmin Explore App

Garmin Explore App Functionality

Overview of planning trips, cloud storage, and offline map access.

Additional Main Menu Tools

Alarm Clock and Calculator

Using the device's alarm clock and calculator functions.

Hunt and Fish, Stopwatch, Sun and Moon

Utilizing features for predicting hunting times, timing laps, and tracking celestial events.

System Settings Configuration

System Settings Overview

Accessing and configuring core system settings like satellite and language.

Satellite System Settings

Configuring satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS) and multi-band usage.

Serial Interface Settings

Configuring serial interface for data exchange with computers and NMEA devices.

Display Settings

Adjusting backlight timeout, battery save mode, colors, and menu style.

Bluetooth and Tones

Bluetooth Settings

Managing Bluetooth connections, status, and notifications.

Adjusting Backlight Brightness

How to adjust screen backlighting to conserve battery life.

Setting Device Tones

Customizing tones for messages, keys, turn warnings, and alarms.

Marine and Resetting Options

Marine Settings

Configuring marine chart modes, appearance, and alarm setups.

Resetting Data

Options to reset trip data, waypoints, tracks, and restore default values.

Customizing Device Interface

Changing Page Sequence

Customizing the order of pages displayed on the device.

Adding and Removing Pages

How to add or remove pages from the device's page sequence.

Customizing the Main Menu

Modifying the main menu by moving, adding, or deleting items.

Changing Units of Measure

Customizing units for distance, speed, elevation, depth, and pressure.

Time, Position, and Altimeter Settings

Time Settings

Setting the time format and time zone for the device.

Position Format Settings

Configuring position format, map datum, and map spheroid.

Altimeter Settings

Configuring auto calibration, barometer mode, pressure trending, and plot type.

Routing and Profiles

Routing Settings

Optimizing routes based on activity type and setting road lock.

Profiles Management

Creating, editing, and deleting custom device profiles.

Device Information and Care

Product Updates and Registration

Installing Garmin Express for software/map updates and product registration.

E-label Regulatory Information

Viewing electronic labels for regulatory and compliance information.

Attaching Accessories

Instructions for attaching the carabiner clip and wrist strap.

Device Care and Cleaning

Guidelines for maintaining and cleaning the device to prevent damage.

Data Management and Storage

Data Management Overview

Information on storing files on the device and memory card.

File Types Supported

List of supported file types for data storage on the device.

Installing a Memory Card

Instructions for installing a microSD memory card for additional storage.

Connecting to Computer and Data Transfer

Connecting Device to Computer

Steps for connecting the device to a computer via USB for data transfer.

Transferring Files to Device

How to copy files from a computer to the device or memory card.

Deleting Files

Instructions on how to safely delete files from the device's memory.

Disconnecting USB Cable

Procedure for safely disconnecting the device from a computer.

Specifications and Appendix

Device Specifications

Technical specifications including battery type, water rating, and operating ranges.

Garmin Support Center

Information on how to access support resources and product manuals.

Turning On the Backlight

How to turn on the device's backlight and its automatic activation.

Optional Accessories

Information on available optional accessories for the device.

Wireless Sensors and Troubleshooting

tempe™ Wireless Sensor

Details on the ANT+ wireless temperature sensor and pairing.

Pairing ANT+ Sensors

Steps for pairing ANT+ wireless sensors like heart rate monitors.

Troubleshooting

Guidance for resolving common device issues, including restarting.

Viewing Device Information

How to view unit ID, software version, and regulatory information.

Restoring Default Settings

Restoring All Default Settings

How to reset all device settings back to factory defaults.

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