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Garmin GPSMAP 76C User Manual

Garmin GPSMAP 76C
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Garmin GPSMAP 76C Specifications

GPSMAP 76C

Power IconPower
battery typeTwo “AA” batteries
battery lifeUp to 30 hours
temperature range5ºF to 158ºF (-15ºC to 70ºC)
Display IconDisplay
display type256-color transflective TFT display
display resolution160 x 240 pixels
display size1.5"W x 2.2"H (3.8 x 5.6 cm)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
size2.7"W x 6.2"H x 1.4"D (6.9 x 15.7 x 3.5 cm)
weight7.6 ounces with batteries
display size1.5"W x 2.2"H (3.8 x 5.6 cm)

GPSMAP 76CS

Power IconPower
battery typeTwo “AA” batteries
battery lifeUp to 20 hours
temperature range5ºF to 158ºF (-15ºC to 70ºC)
Display IconDisplay
display type256-color transflective TFT display
display resolution160 x 240 pixels
display size1.5"W x 2.2"H (3.8 x 5.6 cm)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
size2.7"W x 6.2"H x 1.4"D (6.9 x 15.7 x 3.5 cm)
weight7.6 ounces with batteries
display size1.5"W x 2.2"H (3.8 x 5.6 cm)

Summary

Introduction

Preface

General introduction to the manual and its sections.

Contact Garmin

Support contact information for assistance.

Software License Agreement

Legal terms for using the device software.

FCC Compliance Information

Regulatory compliance details for the device.

Warnings and Precautions

Important safety advice and operational cautions.

Getting Started

Battery Installation and Start Up

How to install and manage batteries.

Key Functions

Explanation of the device's buttons and their uses.

Unit Features

Description of the physical ports and components.

Initialization & the Satellite Page

Initial startup and satellite acquisition process.

Navigating with GPSmap 76C

Basic concepts of GPS navigation.

The Main Page Sequence

How to navigate between the main display pages.

The Main Page Features

Details on the status bar and on-screen icons.

GPS Navigation

The Map Page

The primary screen for map display and navigation.

Using Map Page Features

Map controls like zoom and pan.

The Map Page Options Menu

Customizing map display settings.

To display Data Fields

Configuring data fields on the map.

To change Data Fields

Selecting which data fields to show.

To display Guidance Text

Setting up navigation prompts.

To Setup the Map

Referencing map setup.

Measuring Distance

Using the map pointer to measure distances.

Turning Declutter On/Off

Map clutter settings.

Restoring Default Settings

Resetting map settings.

The Compass Page

Displaying direction and bearing.

To use the Compass Page Options

Options for the compass display.

The Trip Computer Page

Tracking travel statistics.

The Mark Waypoint Page

Saving current location as a waypoint.

Using Waypoints

Creating, moving, and projecting waypoints.

Using Find

Overview of search functions.

Searching for a Waypoint

Locating saved waypoints.

Searching for a Geocache

Finding geocache locations.

Searching for a City

Locating cities by name or proximity.

Searching for an Interstate Exit

Finding nearby highway exits.

Searching for a Marine Point

Finding marine data like tide stations.

To find a Wreck or Obstruction

Finding marine hazards.

To find Marine Services

Finding marine services.

Searching for an Address

Locating specific addresses.

Searching for an Intersection

Finding street intersections.

Searching for a Point of Interest

Locating landmarks and services.

About the Main Menu

Overview of the main menu features.

Using Tracks

Recording and managing movement trails.

To Save a Track Log

Saving recorded track data.

Using Routes

Creating and navigating routes.

Navigating a Route

Following an active route.

Routing Setup

Customizing route calculation and guidance.

The Highway Page

Visual route guidance.

GPS Features

Geocache Setup

Settings for geocaching.

Marine Setup

Settings for maritime alarms.

Time Setup

Setting the device's time and date.

Units Setup

Selecting measurement units.

The Setup Menu

Accessing device settings.

System Setup

Configuring system parameters.

Heading Setup

Configuring compass display.

Welcome Page Setup

Customizing the startup message.

Display Setup

Screen appearance settings.

Interface Setup

Connectivity settings.

Proximity Waypoints

Setting up proximity alarms.

Calendar

Viewing day/date specific information.

Alarm Clock

Setting alarms.

Calculator

Using the device as a calculator.

Stopwatch

Timing functions.

Map Setup

Customizing map display.

Sun and Moon Tables

Displaying astronomical data.

Hunt and Fish

Hunting and fishing prediction times.

GPS Enhanced Games

Overview of built-in games.

Appendices

Accessories

List of included and optional accessories.

Specifications

Physical and performance details.

Specifications

More specifications (DGPS, power).

Data Field Options

Descriptions of displayable data fields.

Transferring MapSource Map Data

Loading map data from CD-ROM.

UTC Offset Chart

Time zone offset values.

Map Datums and Position Formats

Datum and coordinate system settings.

WAAS and DGPS

Explanation of GPS augmentation systems.

Interface Wiring Diagram

Diagram of cable connections.

Index

Alphabetical listing of topics.

Limited Warranty

Warranty terms and conditions.

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