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Garmin GPSMAP 65S User Manual

Garmin GPSMAP 65S
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GPSMAP
®
65/65S
Owner’s Manual
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Garmin GPSMAP 65S 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 typeUSB Type-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

Device Overview

Provides an overview of the device's physical components and their functions.

Battery Information

Details battery types, temperature ratings, and warnings for optimal usage.

Maximizing Battery Life

Offers tips to extend battery life by adjusting settings and usage.

Charging the Battery Pack

Instructions on how to charge the device's battery pack using a power source.

Using the Main Pages

Opening the Main Menu

Explains how to access the device's main menu and its functions.

Map Functionality

Covers map orientation, distance measurement, and general map settings.

Compass Functionality

Details compass calibration, usage, course pointer, and Sight 'N Go.

Trip Computer

Covers trip data tracking and customization of display and data fields.

Elevation Plot

Explains elevation display options and customization of plot settings.

Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks

Waypoint Management

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

Route Planning and Navigation

Details creating, editing, viewing, and navigating routes.

Track Recording and Management

Covers track settings, viewing, saving, clearing, and deleting tracks.

Main Menu Features and Settings

Geocache Features

Covers downloading, navigating, and logging geocaches.

Chirp Functionality

Enabling chirp searching and its usage with geocaches.

Wireless Data Transfer

Instructions for sharing data wirelessly between compatible Garmin devices.

Proximity Alarms

How to set up alarms that alert you when you enter a specified range of a location.

Profile Selection

Guides on changing device settings by selecting different activity profiles.

Area Calculation

Instructions on how to calculate the size of an area by walking its perimeter.

Satellite Page and Settings

Covers the satellite page display and configuration of satellite systems.

Garmin Adventures

How to group related items as an adventure and send them to your device.

VIRB® Remote Control

Enables controlling a VIRB action camera using your GPSMAP device.

Waypoint Averaging

Refining waypoint accuracy by taking and averaging multiple readings.

Customizing the Device

Smartphone Pairing

Step-by-step guide to pair your device with a smartphone via Bluetooth.

Connected Features

Details features available when paired with a smartphone and Garmin Connect.

Phone Notifications

How to view and manage notifications from your paired smartphone.

Customizing Data Fields

Guides on how to customize data fields displayed on main pages.

System Settings

Covers settings for satellite systems, language, interface, and battery type.

Display Settings

Adjusting backlight brightness, timeout, colors, and screen capture.

Bluetooth Settings

Configuration for Bluetooth status, notifications, and forgetting paired phones.

Backlight Brightness Adjustment

Tips for adjusting screen backlighting to conserve battery life.

Device Tone Settings

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

Marine Settings

Configuration for marine chart modes, appearance, and alarms.

Resetting Data

Procedures to reset trip data, waypoints, tracks, or restore default values.

Page Sequence Customization

Guides on adding, removing, and reordering pages in the sequence.

Altimeter Settings

Covers altimeter calibration, barometer modes, pressure trending, and plot types.

Routing Settings

Optimizing route calculations based on activity type and road locking.

Profiles Management

Covers creating, editing, and deleting custom device profiles.

Device Information

Product Updates

Information on installing Garmin Express for software and map updates.

Registering Your Device

Guide on how to register your device online for better support.

Attaching Accessories

Instructions for attaching the carabiner clip and wrist strap.

Device Care and Cleaning

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the device, including water resistance.

Data Management

Covers file types, installing memory cards, and file transfer.

Installing a Memory Card

Instructions for installing a microSD card for additional storage or maps.

Appendix

Device Specifications

Technical details including battery type, water rating, and operating temperatures.

Garmin Support Center

Information on accessing help, FAQs, and customer support online.

Turning On the Backlight

Simple instructions on how to activate the device's backlight.

Optional Accessories

Information on purchasing additional accessories like mounts and maps.

tempe™ Sensor

Details on the ANT+ wireless temperature sensor and pairing.

Pairing ANT+ Sensors

Steps to pair ANT+ wireless sensors like heart rate monitors with your device.

Connecting to Computer

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

Transferring Files

Guides on copying files to and from the device's memory or card.

Deleting Files

Instructions and warnings regarding the deletion of files from the device.

Troubleshooting

Steps for restarting the device and viewing device information.

Restoring Default Settings

Procedure to reset all device settings back to factory defaults.

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