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Garmin GPSMAP 60Cx Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 GPSMAP 60Cx ® color map navigator owner’s manual...
  • Page 2 Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151 Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, U.S.A. Tel. 913/397.8200 or 800/800.1020 Fax 913/397.8282 All rights reserved. Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded or stored in any storage medium, for any purpose without the express prior written consent of Garmin. Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed and to print one copy of this manual or of any revision hereto, provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual must contain the complete text of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution...

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    Thank you for choosing the Garmin The GPSMAP 60Cx 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Software License Agreement ... Product Registration ... Contact Garmin ...v Tell Us What You Think ...v Caring for the GPSMAP 60Cx ... Cleaning the Case ... Cleaning the Screen ... Storage ... Water Immersion ... Warning ... Important Information ...
  • Page 5 Setting up the Map Page ...43 Measuring Distance ...46 Turning Declutter On or Off ...47 Restoring Defaults ...47 GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Compass Page ..24 Compass Page Options ...25 Using the Course Pointer or Bearing Pointer Data Fields Trip Computer Page ...
  • Page 6 Physical ...74 Performance ...74 Power ...74 Interfacing ... Connecting Your GPSMAP 60Cx to a Computer ... What Is WAAS/EGNOS? ... Loran TD Setup ... Map Datums and Location Formats ... What Are Map Datums? What Is a Location Format? FCC Compliance ...

  • Page 7: Software License Agreement

    Software License Agreement BY USING THE GPSMAP 60Cx, 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.

  • Page 8: Caring For The Gpsmap 60Cx

    Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic components. Cleaning the Screen Clean the GPSMAP 60Cx screen using a soft, clean, lint-free cloth. Water, isopropyl alcohol, or use eyeglass cleaner if needed. Apply the liquid to the cloth, and then gently wipe the screen with the moistened cloth.

  • Page 9: Warning

    This Notice is provided in accordance with California’s Proposition 65. www.garmin.com/prop65 for more information. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual sources, including information from street signs, visual sightings, and maps. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions before continuing navigation and defer to posted road signs.

  • Page 10: Important Information

    Garmin POI Loader and Custom POIs Notice: Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy of, or the consequences of using a custom POI or safety camera database. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Unit Overview Power key Color LCD display GPSMAP 60Cx GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual ettInG tarted Auxiliary GPS antenna connector (under weather cap) USB connector port (under weather cap) Carry lanyard attachment slot Keypad ettIng tArted vervIew Internal antenna External data/...

  • Page 12: Installing The Batteries

    Installing the Batteries The GPSMAP 60Cx operates on two AA batteries (not included), which are installed in the back of the unit. You can use Alkaline or NiMH batteries. See page 55 for information on setting the battery type.

  • Page 13: Using The Gpsmap 60Cx Keypad

    Using the GPSMAP 60Cx Keypad POWER key • Press and hold to turn the unit on or off. • Press and release to adjust the backlighting. IN/OUT Zoom Keys • Press to zoom in or out on the Map Page.

  • Page 14: Turning On The Gpsmap 60Cx

    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. 2. To turn off the GPSMAP 60Cx, press and hold the POWER key again. Welcome Page Satellite Page...

  • Page 15: Initializing The Gps Receiver

    Initializing the GPS Receiver The first time you turn on your GPSMAP 60Cx, the GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish its current location. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 60Cx is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find itself”...

  • Page 16: Using The Gpsmap 60Cx

    Using the GPSMAP 60Cx This section explains how to enter and select information with the GPSMAP 60Cx. Understanding Terms As you progress through this manual, you are directed to press a specific key or highlight a field on the screen.

  • Page 17: Selecting Options And Entering Data

    Using the Status Bar At the top of each page, the status bar provides status information for several unit features. Status Bar GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual ettIng tArted electIng PtIons And • Power to the unit is provided by either batteries or from an auxiliary source (AC, DC or USB adapter).

  • Page 18: On-Screen Messages

    Map data transfer requires the USB interface cable provided with the unit to transfer MapSource data from a PC to the microSD card in the GPSMAP 60Cx. To transfer data to the microSD card, you can also use the USB Mass Storage feature explained on You can purchase high capacity microSD cards at your electronics supplier.

  • Page 19: Transferring Data To A Microsd Card

    1. Lift the weather cover from the USB port on the upper back of the unit. It recommended that you use the USB port rather than the serial connection port for faster data transfer. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual ettIng tArted rAnsferrIng AtA to A MIcro 2.

  • Page 20: Basic Operation

    This section explains some of the more common operations you can perform with your GPSMAP 60Cx, including creating and using waypoints, using the Find Menu, and how to create and use tracks and routes. Creating and Using Waypoints Waypoints are locations or landmarks you record and store in your GPS.

  • Page 21: Creating Waypoints Using The Map

    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. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual AsIc PerAtIon reAtIng AyPoInts...

  • Page 22: Editing Waypoints

    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. Note: When you delete a waypoint, you cannot recover it from the unit. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 23: Averaging A Waypoint's Location

    5. Use the ROCKER to move the waypoint to a new location on the map, and press ENTER. Original location Moving a waypoint GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual AsIc PerAtIon Averaging a Waypoint’s Location You can average a new waypoint location over time to produce a more accurate location.

  • Page 24: Projecting A Waypoint

    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. Project Waypoint Projected waypoint on the map Page GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 25: Using Proximity Waypoints

    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. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual AsIc 5. With the Use button highlighted, press ENTER to add the point to the list on the Proximity Waypoints Page.

  • Page 26: Man Overboard (Mob)

    MOB point. Using the Find Menu Use the Find Menu to search for waypoints, cities, and exits included in the GPSMAP 60Cx 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.

  • Page 27: Find By Name

    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. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual AsIc PerAtIon 4. Use the ROCKER and ENTER key to operate the on-screen keypad and enter the name of the location you want to find.

  • Page 28: Recent Finds

    ENTER: • Average Location—sample a waypoint location over time and averages the result for a more accurate location reference. See for more information. • Project Waypoint—create a new waypoint referencing another location by entering page 13 GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 29 See more information. • Map Information—show the map from which the map item originated. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual AsIc 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.

  • Page 30: Finding A Waypoint

    Finding a Geocache Use the Geocache icon to view the list of geocache locations created using your GPSMAP 60Cx or downloaded from your computer. A geocache location is a waypoint with a special geocache symbol assigned to give special significance and to allow it to be separated from others on the waypoints list.

  • Page 31: Finding A City

    When a geocache is found, the unit marks the cache as found, logs an entry into the calendar, and provides an option that, when activated, shows the nearest cache. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual AsIc PerAtIon Finding a City Use the Cities icon on the Find Menu to find any city listed in the mapping database (either in the basemap or from downloaded detailed mapping data).

  • Page 32: Finding An Exit

    Addresses icon on the Find Menu to find an address. When you enter the street number, street name, and city, the find feature matches that data with addresses in the map database. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Available services...
  • Page 33 Addresses icon Addresses Page GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual AsIc PerAtIon 3. Highlight the <Enter Number> field, and press ENTER. 4. Type the street number using the on-screen keypad.

  • Page 34: Finding An Intersection

    Searching for a Point of Interest If you downloaded MapSource detailed mapping, you can use the All Points of Interest icon on the Find Menu to locate a nearby restaurant, lodging, landmark, public building, and so on. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 35: Poi Loader & Custom Points Of Interest

    4. Highlight the item you want from the list, and press ENTER to open the information page for the selected item. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual AsIc PerAtIon eArchIng for A If you are searching for a restaurant that is part of...

  • Page 36: Using Tracks

    1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Select the Tracks icon, and press ENTER to open the Tracks Page. 3. Highlight the Setup button, and press ENTER to open the Track Log Setup Page. Percentage of memory used Data Card Options GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 37 Track logs on the data card are .gpx GPS position data files, and are not used by your unit. To learn more about .gpx files, search the Web for subjects titled GPX or GPS Exchange Format. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual AsIc PerAtIon To save the entire track log: 1.

  • Page 38: Options Menu

    Recording continues until the card is filled. Because these track logs share card space with MapSource mapping data, space for additional map storage is reduced. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 39 Press the MENU key and select Profile (if using DEM topo maps). GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual To calculate the area of a track: 1. With the Track Log Page open and the Track Log on, press MENU to open the Options Menu.

  • Page 40: Navigating A Saved Track

    2. Press and hold the ENTER key to open the Mark Waypoint Page. 3. Customize the user waypoint, highlight OK, and press ENTER to save it. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 41: Creating And Using Routes

    Creating and Using Routes A Route is a sequence of intermediate waypoints that lead you to your final destination. The GPSMAP 60Cx lets you store 50 routes with up to 250 points each. Routes icon Setting up a route Creating a Route...

  • Page 42: Navigating A Route

    • If you select the Go To button on the Waypoint Page or other Find Menu items, the GPSMAP 60Cx creates a straight path (point to point) from your current location to that location. • If you select the Navigate button on a Route...
  • Page 43 ROCKER to highlight it, and press ENTER. Route Page Route on the Map GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual The Turn Preview Page shows the turn and guidance text. A small field at the bottom shows the turn number in sequence and the total turns in the route.

  • Page 44: Editing A Route

    6. You can select Save (save the point as a waypoint), Map (show the point on the Map Page), or Go To (navigate to the point). Enter a new route name Route point review options Information page GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 45: Using The Route Page Options

    Select Distance to enter a radius so that when you are within the entered distance, the GPSMAP 60Cx leads you to the next point on your route. Select Manual to transition to the next waypoint anytime while navigating a route.

  • Page 46: Vertical Profiles Of Routes

    2. Select “Profile” and press ENTER to display the route profile, answer the “use data” prompt and press ENTER. Note: Profiles are available only if Garmin MapSource U.S. DEM Topo map data is used. Options Menu Route Vertical Profile using US DEM Topo mapping data Options Menu GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 47: Main

    Ages aGeS The GPSMAP 60Cx has six main pages: Satellite Page, Trip Computer Page, Map Page, Compass Page, and the Main Menu. You can cycle through these pages by pressing the PAGE key to move forward or pressing the QUIT key to reverse. Additional pages are added by using the Page Sequence option on the Main Menu (see page 59).

  • Page 48: Satellite Page

    New Location—use if you have moved the unit more than 600 miles and you are having trouble locking onto satellite signals. GPS Elevation—shows GPS determined elevation. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 49: Map Page

    Map Page The GPSMAP 60Cx comes with a built-in basemap that includes a database of cities, interstates, state and county highways, exit information, and lake and river outlines. The standard basemap can be enhanced using MapSource or BlueChart data. Two map operating modes, position mode and pan mode, determine what cartography is shown on the map display.

  • Page 50: Using Additional Map Data

    Appendix. Using Additional Map Data Optional MapSource mapping data enhance the versatility of your GPSMAP 60Cx. With MapSource data disks, you can view listings of nearby restaurants, lodging, shopping centers, attractions, and entertainment, and you can retrieve addresses and phone numbers for any listed location.

  • Page 51: Changing The Zoom Range

    When using MapSource detailed maps, “mapsource” appears below the scale. Map ranges GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Map Orientation There are two map orientation options: North Up orients the map like a paper map. Track Up orients the map in the direction of travel.

  • Page 52: Guidance Text

    If you select Always Show, a message of some type always appears whether or not you are navigating. If you select Show When Navigating, a guidance message appears until you select Stop Navigation from the Options Menu. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 53: Setting Up The Map Page

    Each setup page has a submenu of options. To access that menu, press the MENU key with the Map Setup Page displayed. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Map Setup – General Page The Map Setup – General Page contains the settings for Orientation, Below, Auto Zoom, Detail, and Lock On Road.
  • Page 54 Use the Points Page to set the map scale at which Map Points, User Waypoints, Street Label, and Land Cover appear on the Map Page. Select Auto, Off, or a specific Zoom Level. Map Setup – Points Page GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 55 Press MENU to view the list of map display options Map Setup – Information Page GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Map Setup – Marine Page Use the Map Setup – Marine Page to customize...

  • Page 56: Measuring Distance

    The distance between the two points is shown in the upper-right corner of the Map Page. 5. Press QUIT to cancel. Push pin indicating the beginning point of the measurement GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Measured distance End point of measurement labeled REF...

  • Page 57: Turning Declutter On Or Off

    2. Highlight Turn Declutter On, and press ENTER. To turn Declutter off, press MENU, select Turn Declutter Off, and press ENTER GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Map with declutter off Map with declutter on Restoring Defaults Use the Restore Defaults option to return the map settings to factory settings.

  • Page 58: Compass Page

    The compass ring moves to indicate North orientation. Course Pointer The bearing pointer indicates the direction of your destination. Scale The course pointer indicates your course of travel and the distance you drift off course. Bearing Pointer GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 59: Compass Page Options

    • Data Fields—allows you to select the number of data fields that appear on the Compass Page. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual • Change Data Fields—allows you to select the type of data you want to show in the data fields.
  • Page 60 Options Menu. The bearing pointer is the factory set default option. When the bearing pointer option is shown, the course pointer is active and vice versa. 2. Highlight this option, and press ENTER to activate. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Scale...

  • Page 61: Data Fields

    Show submenu appears. 3. Select the number of data fields you want to show on the Compass Page and press ENTER. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Ages To change data fields: 1. Press MENU to open the Compass Page Options Menu.

  • Page 62: Trip Computer Page

    • Change Data Fields—allows you to select the type of data you want to show in the data fields. • Restore Defaults—allows you to return the page data to factory settings. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 63: Main Menu

    Main Menu Note: If a page from the menu is added to the Main Page sequence, that icon no longer appears on the Main Menu. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Tracks The Tracks Page shows the percentage of track memory used, and a list of saved tracks. Use the Tracks Page to set up, clear, or save a track log, or enable the TracBack feature for the current track log.

  • Page 64: Route Page

    3. Press MENU to display the Options Menu. You can do the following: Stop navigation, recalculate, configure data fields from four to three with a destination guidance message, change the data fields or restore defaults to factory settings. page Highway Page GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 65: Setup Menu

    GPS, WAAS/EGNOS, battery type, language, external power and custom POI proximity alarms. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual To access the System Setup Page: On the Setup Menu Page, highlight the System icon, and press ENTER. • GPS—sets the unit to operate in Normal mode, Battery Saver mode, GPS Off, or Demo Mode.

  • Page 66: Display Setup

    Press up on the ROCKER to increase the intensity or down to decrease. Interface Setup Use the Interface Setup Page to control the input and output formats used when connecting your unit to external devices. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 67 Baud Rate field, and press ENTER. Use the ROCKER to highlight the desired setting and press ENTER. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual USB Mass Storage—allows the microSD card to be used as a USB Mass Storage device. It also allows transfer of Track Log Data to Garmin MapSource.
  • Page 68 4. Select Edit > Paste. The file appears in the list of files on the GPSMAP 60Cx microSD card. 5. For a Macintosh, click and drag the desired file into the microSD card directory. 6. After data transfer, end the USB cable connection...

  • Page 69: Page Sequence Setup

    ENTER. Speed alerts are obtained by using POI loader. (see page GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Page Sequence Setup Use the Page Sequence Setup Page to change the order of the main pages, or to add additional pages Note: If you add a page to the main page sequence, it no longer appears on the Main Menu.

  • Page 70: Routing Setup

    Faster time—routes calculated are faster to drive but might be longer in distance. Shorter Distance—routes calculated are shorter in distance but may take more time to drive. • Next Turn Pop-up—turns the Next Turn pop- up window on or off. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 71: Geocache Setup

    • Avoid—allows you to avoid certain road types and maneuvers on your route. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Geocache Setup Use the Geocache Setup Page to find and record items hidden at geographic locations. See the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for details and how to...

  • Page 72: Marine Setup

    ENTER. Time Format—12 or 24 hour format Time Zone—sets the time zone for your city, so the GPSMAP 60Cx shows the correct local time. Select Other to manually enter a Universal Time Coordinate (UTC) Offset. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 73: Units Setup

    The default format is latitude and longitude in degrees, minutes, and thousandths of a minute (hddd mm.mmm). GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual • Map Datum—sets the description for geographic location for surveying, mapping, and navigation, and is not actually a map built into the unit.

  • Page 74: Heading Setup

    Heading icon, and press ENTER. • Display—selects the style (cardinal letters, degrees, or mils) to indicate your heading. • North Reference—provides headings based on a true north reference. Offers more options when a choice other than True is selected. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 75: Welcome Setup

    Welcome Setup Use the Welcome Setup Page to insert a message, such as ownership information, that appears when you turn on your GPSMAP 60Cx. Adding a welcome message To access the Welcome Setup Page: On the Setup Menu Page, highlight the Welcome Message icon, and press ENTER.

  • Page 76: Proximity Waypoints

    Remove Points Options List. 7. To view other calendar formats, Sun and Moon or Hunt and Fish extended data for a specific date and location, press the MENU key, and use the ROCKER to make your choice. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 77: Calculator

    Calculator Select the Calculator icon to use your GPSMAP 60Cx as a calculator. You can select either a standard or scientific calculator and degrees or radians from the Options Menu. Options Menus Calculator Page To use the calculator: 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu.

  • Page 78: Sun And Moon

    2. Select the Sun & Moon icon, and press ENTER. 3. To view the predictions for a different date and time, highlight either the Date or Time field, and press ENTER to open the on-screen keypad. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 79: Hunt And Fish

    Sun and Moon Page GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual Hunt and Fish The Hunt and Fish Tables provide you with a listing of predicted best times for hunting and fishing for a chosen date and location.

  • Page 80: Games Menu

    To select and play a game: 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Select the Games icon, and press ENTER. 3. Use the ROCKER to highlight a game, and press ENTER. A brief description of each game appears. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 81: Memory Race

    Open at the bottom of the screen, and press ENTER to view the symbol. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual To adjust the grid size in custom mode: 1. Highlight the Grid Size or Square Size field, and press ENTER to select from the options list.

  • Page 82: Gekosmak

    Before you begin to play, be sure to choose your game settings. The “Northwards” setting rotates your ship in the center of the map. The map is stationary and north is GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 83: Beast Hunt

    A scoreboard keeps track of your wins and losses. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual To play Beast Hunt: 1. Select Beast Hunt from the Games Menu, and press ENTER. The Game Overview Page appears.

  • Page 84: Appendix

    Rugged, fully gasketed, water resistant, IEC-529, IPX7 Temp Range: 5 to 158 F (-15 to 70 *The temperature rating of the GPSMAP 60Cx may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Some batteries can rupture at high temperatures. Performance Receiver:...

  • Page 85: Interfacing

    Garmin Proprietary Sentences—PGRME (estimated error), PGRMM (datum string), PGRMZ (altitude). The NMEA 0183 version 3.01 interface format is supported by the GPSMAP 60Cx, and enables the unit to drive up to three NMEA devices. The following are the sentences for NMEA 0183, version 3.01 output:...

  • Page 86: Data Field Definitions

    Data Field Definitions The following list provides a brief definition of each data field option. Some of these options are supported only by devices interfaced to your GPSMAP 60Cx. Accuracy Of GPS—the current accuracy of your GPS- determined location. Bearing—the compass direction from your current position to a destination point.
  • Page 87 Vertical Speed To Dest—the measurement of your rate of ascent or descent to a predetermined altitude. Water Speed—This data is acquired from measurement devices interfaced to the GPSmap 60Cx and used to calcu- late your current speed over water. Water Temperature—The temperature of water at a measured depth using measurement devices interfaced to the GPSMAP 60Cx.

  • Page 88: Optional Accessories

    Battery Pack—rechargeable, NiMH, AA battery kit, USA receptacle. Retractable Lanyard—retains unit on a tether. For a complete list of available accessories for use with the GPSMAP 60Cx, refer to the Garmin Web site: http://buy.garmin.com. GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual for a list of...

  • Page 89: Connecting Your Gpsmap 60Cx To A Computer

    Connecting Your GPSMAP 60Cx to a Computer You can connect your GPSMAP 60Cx to your computer using either a serial port or USB connector cable. Note: Fully install the supplied MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager software, on your computer before connecting the USB cable to the computer. To connect your GPSMAP 60Cx to your computer: 1. Lift the USB protective cover from the back...

  • Page 90: What Is Waas/Egnos

    SBAS system should be capable of providing your GPS unit with increased accuracy at any location in the world. Currently, enabling WAAS on your GPSMAP 60Cx in regions that are not supported by ground stations may not improve accuracy, even when receiving signals from an SBAS satellite.

  • Page 91: Loran Td Setup

    GRI-chain and secondary stations and adjusts the TD coordinates accordingly. Remember that the GPSMAP 60Cx is GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual not relying on the LORAN signal for navigation and...

  • Page 92: Map Datums And Location Formats

    Lines of latitude and longitude on a map or chart are referenced to a specific map datum. Every chart has a map datum reference and the GPSMAP 60Cx can be set to match most commonly used datum (data). orMAts...

  • Page 93: Fcc Compliance

    FCC Compliance The GPSMAP 60Cx complies with Part 15 of the FCC interference limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. These limits are designed to provide more reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation, and are more stringent than “outdoor”...

  • Page 94: Limited Warranty

    Garmin. Online auction confirmations are not accepted for warranty verification. To obtain warranty service, an original or copy of the sales receipt from the original retailer is required. Garmin will not replace missing components from GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 95 Should you ever encounter a problem with your unit, please take it to an authorized Garmin dealer for repairs. The GPSMAP 60Cx is fastened shut with screws. Any attempt to open the case to change or modify the unit in any way will void your warranty and may result in permanent damage to the equipment.

  • Page 96: Index

    MARK key measure distance 42, MENU key GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 97 26, turn previews area calculation routing setup clearing GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual navigating saving setup user waypoints on tracks viewing on the map track up/north up transferring data to a microSD card...
  • Page 100 For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. © 2005-2007 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151 Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, U.S.A. Garmin (Europe) Ltd.

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