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  • Page 1 ® GPSMAP 76CS with sensors and maps owner’s manual...
  • Page 2 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements.

  • Page 3: Preface

    76CS to your PC and downloading detailed maps. GPS Navigation — takes you through the process of navigating with your GPSmap 76CS and how to use GPS Navigation to customize the operation of your GPSmap 76CS. GPS Features — provides detailed descriptions of additional GPS enhanced features such as the Calendar, Hunt and Fish, Sun and Moon and Games.

  • Page 4: Software License Agreement

    You further acknowledge that the structure, organization and code of the Software are valuable trade secrets of Garmin and that the Software in source code form remains a valuable trade secret of Garmin. You agree not to decompile, disassem-...

  • Page 5: Fcc Compliance Information

    The GPSmap 76CS 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 harm- ful interference in a residential installation, and are more stringent than “outdoor”...

  • Page 6: Warnings And Precautions

    Warnings and Precautions ® CAUTION: Use the GPSmap 76CS at your own risk. To reduce the risk of unsafe operation, carefully review and understand all aspects of this Owner’ s Manual — and thoroughly practice operation using the Demo Mode prior to actual use. When in actual use, carefully compare ®...
  • Page 7 MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost. We use a combination of govern- mental and private data sources, which we identify as required in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer.
  • Page 8 It is unsafe to operate the controls of the unit while you are driving. Failure by the driver of a vehicle equipped with a GPSmap 76CS installed to pay full attention to operation of the vehicle and road conditions while the vehicle is in motion could result in an accident with property damage and personal injury.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Section 2: Getting Started...1-7 Battery Installation and Start Up...1 Key Functions...2 Unit Features...3 Initialization...4 The Satellite Page...4 Navigating with the GPSmap 76CS...5 The Main Page Sequence...6 The Main Page Features...7 Section 3: GPS Navigation...8-68 The Map Page...8 . The Compass Page...14 The Altimeter Page...20Th...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    GPS Enhanced Games...76 Non-Enhanced Game...79 Section 5: Appendix...80-98 Accessories...80 Specifcations...82 Data Field Defi nitions...84 Connecting the GPSmap 76CS to a Computer...89 Downloading MapSource Map Data...90 UTC Offset Chart...91 Map Datums and Position Formats...92 Loran TD Setup...93 WAAS and DGPS...94 Wiring Diagram ...95 Index...96...

  • Page 11: Section 2: Getting Started

    Installing the Batteries The GPSmap 76CS operates on two “AA” batteries (not included), which are located in the back of the unit. Alkaline or NiMH batteries (see page 57 for setting the battery type) may be used. Stored data is not lost when batteries are removed.

  • Page 12: Key Functions

    GPSmap 76CS Getting Started Key Functions IN/OUT Zoom Keys • From the Map Page, press to zoom in or out. • From any other page, press to scroll up or down a list. FIND/MOB Key • Press and release at any time to view the Find Menu Page.

  • Page 13: Unit Features

    MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM provided with this unit. Otherwise, your PC may attempt to auto-install USB drivers incompatible with the unit. Refer to page 89 for detailed instructions. GPSmap 76CS Getting Started Unit Features GPS Antenna (on front of unit) •...

  • Page 14: Initialization

    Satellite Page Acquiring Satellite Signals Starting Up the GPS Receiver When you turn on the GPSmap 76CS, the GPS receiver begins to search for satellites in order to determine (fi x) its location. This process is called “initialization” and can take from 5 to 15 minutes the fi rst time you use your unit.

  • Page 15: Navigating With The Gpsmap 76Cs

    The Status Bar at the top of the display indicates the GPS status and status of other features. If, for any reason, you have diffi culty initializing your GPSmap 76CS, the solution could be as simple as moving slightly to avoid objects that are blocking or defl...

  • Page 16: The Main Page Sequence

    The Main Page Sequence Whenever you turn on the GPSmap 76CS, the Power On Page is followed by the Satellite Page, which is the fi rst of the Main Pages in sequence. When navigating a route, the Active Route Page also displays.

  • Page 17: The Main

    In each case the condition is described and often a remedy provided. Pressing the ENTER key acknowledges the message and closes the window. GPSmap 76CS Getting Started The Main Page Features...

  • Page 18: Section 3: Gps Navigation

    The Map Page with Data Fields and Guidance Text Using the Map Page The Map Page is the primary navigation feature of the GPSmap 76CS. The Map Page displays a detailed map of the area surrounding your cur- rent location. It allows you to pan the map with the ROCKER key as well as view your progress when navigating.

  • Page 19: Gps Navigation

    In many instances the map displays an “Accuracy Circle” surrounding the “Position Icon.” The GPSmap 76CS uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in defi ning your location to a point within the circle. The smaller the circle, the more accurate your location.

  • Page 20: The Map Page Options Menu

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Map Page The Map Page Options Menu A Quick Look at the Map Page Options Stop Navigation - Stops navigation and is disabled when there is no active navigation. Recalculate - Recalculates a route and is disabled when there is no active navigation Data Fields - Allows two to four fi...
  • Page 21 fi eld and repeat the process. Many of the Data Field Options are related to the display of data received from other devices interfaced to the GPSmap 76CS, for an explanation of what each option represents, see page 84 of the Appendix.
  • Page 22 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Map Page Guidance Text Options Menu GPS Status Message when not navigating Guidance Message when navigating To display Guidance Text: With Map Page displayed, press the MENU key to display the Map Page Options Menu.
  • Page 23 ENTER to activate. When you access the menu again the “Turn Declutter Off” option will display. Restoring Default Settings This option allows you to return the map settings to factory settings. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Map Page Measured Distance The “Measure Distance”...

  • Page 24: The Compass Page

    The compass ring is especially helpful when using a paper map or chart in conjunction with your GPSmap 76CS for naviga- The Bearing tion. When the electronic compass is On, a compass icon appears in the...
  • Page 25 When you manually turn the Compass Off, it stays off until you manually turn it On again. Sometimes, however, when you turn the Compass On, the GPSmap 76CS overrides the Compass and uses the GPS receiver to track your heading. The criteria for switching between the Compass and the GPS can be customized.
  • Page 26 Calibrating the Electronic Compass The Electronic Compass must be calibrated outdoors when you fi rst use the GPSmap 76CS and after new batteries have been installed. The accuracy of the Electronic Compass is adversely affected if the unit is not held level or you are near objects that generate magnetic fi...
  • Page 27 8. Highlight the “Go To” button and press ENTER to display the Map Page and begin navigation to the projected waypoint. The Compass Page displays a Bearing Pointer for guidance. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Compass Page Compass Page Options Menu Using “Sight ‘N Go”...
  • Page 28 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Compass Page The Bearing Pointer always indicates the direction to your destination from your current location. Scale The Course Pointer indicates your course of travel from your original location and the distance off course. To stop navigation: Highlight “Stop Navigation”...
  • Page 29 5. Repeat Step 3 to change remaining data fi elds. To restore data fi elds to default settings: Select “Restore Defaults” and press ENTER to return the page to factory settings. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Compass Page Data Field...

  • Page 30: The Altimeter Page

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Altimeter Page Range Grid Measurement Scale Elevation Status Field Rate of Current Elevation Altimeter Page Ascent/Descent Options Menu The Altimeter Page provides the user with the current elevation, rate of ascent/descent, a profi le of elevation changes over distance or time, or a profi...
  • Page 31 2. Adjust time and distance measurement as desired using the Elevation Plot Zoom Ranges explained on following pages. 3. To clear the plot and start again, you must clear the “Track Log.” GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Altimeter Page Elevation over Distance...
  • Page 32 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Altimeter Page Zoom Ranges for Elevation over Distance Plot Zoom Ranges for Pressure over Time Plot Zoom Ranges You can set the Zoom Ranges for elevation, distance, or time when you display the “View Elevation Plot”. Ranges for vertical distance are dis- played as you press the Up and Down ROCKER keys.
  • Page 33 2. Press ENTER to display the altitude point on the map. The point is marked by the Map Pointer with location coordinates, the compass bearing and distance from your current location. 3. Press QUIT to close. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Altimeter Page Cross-...
  • Page 34 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Altimeter Page Elevation over Distance Plot Delete Prompt Reset You can reset the elevation data and the maximum elevation data by selecting these “Reset” options from the Altimeter Page Options Menu. To reset the elevation data and max elevation fi elds: 1.
  • Page 35 Calibrate Altimeter Because the GPSmap 76CS relies on the Barometric pressure to deter- mine the elevation and the pressure at any given elevation can fl uctuate, you can calibrate the altimeter to increase its accuracy. You must know the elevation or pressure at your current location, use a reliable source.

  • Page 36: Trip Computer Page

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Trip Computer Page Select “Change Data Fields” or press the ROCKER key to highlight a fi eld you want to change. Options Menu Big Numbers Using the Trip Computer Page The Trip Computer Page provides you with a wide variety of travel data useful when navigating a long distance.

  • Page 37: Waypoints

    At the bottom of the Waypoint Symbols Chart is a group of custom waypoint symbols that can be assigned a unique design. Access the Garmin website http://www.garmin.com/ximage to download the xImage transfer program. From there, the xImage help fi les provide instructions for customizing waypoints and downloading screen shots from your unit.

  • Page 38: Using Waypoints

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Waypoints Map Item selected as a Waypoint Information Page for a Waypoint Page for a Map Point with Data Map Point without Data To create a waypoint using the map panning arrow: 1. With the Map Page displayed, move the panning arrow (map pointer) to the map item you want use as a waypoint.
  • Page 39 1. Use the Find Feature to display the desired waypoint informa- tion page. 2. Highlight the “Delete” button at the bottom of the page and press ENTER. Answer “Yes” to the pop-up prompt and press ENTER to delete. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Waypoints Waypoint Symbols Chart...
  • Page 40 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Waypoints Location Moving a Waypoint Project Waypoint Projected Waypoint on Page the Map To Move a Waypoint on the Map Page: 1. Use the Find Feature to display the Information Page for the desired waypoint. (Refer to page 33.) 2.

  • Page 41: Using Find

    Using the Find Menu The Find Feature provides you with a method for searching for Waypoints, Cities, and Exits which are included in the GPSmap 76CS basemap. You can also fi nd Waypoint and Geocache Points you have saved. If you have downloaded Garmin MapSource mapping data that contains additional map detail, you can search for and fi...
  • Page 42 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find “Finding” icon displays while searching Pressing the FIND key with Find Menu displayed will take you to this page. Recent Finds List Searching for a location using Find By Name If you know the name of the location you want to find, the Find By Name search option may be the easiest method of searching.
  • Page 43 • If selecting an item to add to a list of points, these three buttons are displayed: Save - save as a waypoint. Map - display on the Map Page. Use - insert into a list of points on a route. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Selected as a destination...
  • Page 44 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Waypoint Information Page Options include “Average Location” Find Map Database Item Information Page Options The Find Information Page Options Menu offers eight options for using a Find Item as a tool for navigation. To use the Find Item Information Page Options Menu: 1.
  • Page 45 • Add To Route - Include this item on a New Route or add it to an existing route. (See Using Routes page 51 on for details.) GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find • View Sun and Moon - View the Sun and Moon tables for this item location.
  • Page 46 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Find Waypoints List Waypoint Information Page Waypoint Name and Symbol Waypoint Location Coordinates, Elevation and Depth (if Current Location applicable) Remove Waypoint View Waypoint on from List Map Page Searching for a Waypoint The Waypoints List is your storage file for all created and saved waypoints.
  • Page 47 Searching for a Geocache The Find Geocache feature allows you to view the list of geocache locations that have been either, created using the GPSmap 76CS or down- loaded from your computer. A geocache location is actually 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 48 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Cities Options Select Maps Menu Options City Page Options Searching for a City The Find Cities feature allows you to search for any city listed in the Find Cities mapping database (either in the basemap or from downloaded detailed List mapping data).
  • Page 49 The Exit Services Information Page displays the name of the service, its direction from the exit, and a list of the services available. At the bottom of these Information Pages are on-screen buttons for “Go To,” “Map,” and “Save.” GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Find Exits List...
  • Page 50 The Find Marine Point feature allows you to search for the marine Tide Prediction Stations provided in the marine basemap contained in your GPSmap 76CS. When detailed marine map data has been down- loaded from MapSource Marine Charts you can also view marine items such as marinas, navaids, wrecks and obstructions.
  • Page 51 3. When the information page for a selected service displays, you can highlight each information category and press ENTER to display additional information. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Marine Services List Wrecks/Obstructions List...
  • Page 52 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Find Addresses Search Page Find Address Matches Address Information Searching for an Address The Find Addresses feature allows you to search for an address if you have downloaded detailed mapping data. Enter the street number, street name and city and the Find Feature matches that data with addresses in the map database.
  • Page 53 “E,” “W,” etc., to make the search move faster. 6. When done a list of matches appears below. Select one and press ENTER to display the Information Page. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Options Menu...
  • Page 54 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Find Find POI Topic List Search Method Select Category Category List POI Information Page Searching for a Point of Interest You can use the Find Point of Interest feature to locate a nearby restaurant, lodging, landmark, public building, park, etc. However, you...

  • Page 55: The Main Menu

    • Calendar - An outdoor calendar with data access as well as waypoint association. • Alarm Clock - This feature allows you to use the GPSmap 76CS as an alarm clock. • Calculator - A standard or scientifi c calculator for measurement conversions, etc.

  • Page 56: Using Tracks

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Tracks Tracks Page with Saved Track Log Options Menu Track Log Setup Page Active Track Color Options Using a Track Log The Tracks feature creates an electronic trail on the map page as you travel about and is referred to as a Track Log. A track log contains infor- mation about points along its path, including time, position, elevation and depth (requires NMEA input, see page 58).
  • Page 57 Use the Panning Arrow to identify a point on the track that you want as the End Point and press ENTER. A “Saving Track” message appears followed by the Saved Track Page. (cont. on page 48) GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Tracks Save Track Page...
  • Page 58 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Tracks 151ST ST Saved Track on the Map Page Saved Track Page Area Calculation Option Start Calculation Stop Calculation Save Calculated Track 4. The Saved Track Page allows you to: Rename the track, view the track distance, view the calculated area encompassed by the track (an area is defi...
  • Page 59 Profi le Options Menu - Displays only when you have DEM maps loaded on your GPSmap 76CS. A Track Elevation Profile can also be created from Digital Elevation Models (DEM) maps (MapSource U.S. Topo 24K) which include elevation data contained in the map.
  • Page 60 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Tracks TracBack Page Create User Waypoint Prompt To Use the TracBack feature: 1. With the Saved Tracks Page for the track or the Track Log displayed, highlight the TracBack button and press ENTER to display the TracBack Page.

  • Page 61: Using Routes

    Creating and Using a Route Route navigation allows you to create a sequence of intermediate waypoints which lead you to your fi nal destination. The GPSmap 76CS stores 50 routes, with up to 250 waypoints each. A route can be created and modifi...
  • Page 62 Methods of navigating to a destination: • When you activate the “Go To” button on the Information Page for a User Waypoint or other Find Menu items, the GPSmap 76CS creates a straight path (point to point) from your current location to that location.
  • Page 63 ROCKER key Up and Down arrows. To exit the preview page, press the QUIT key. 6. To stop navigating, select “Stop Navigation” from the Map or Compass Page and press ENTER. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Routes This fi eld changes...
  • Page 64 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Using Routes Saved Routes Route Leg Transition Options Route on the map transitions to the next leg point when you are within a 1 mile radius of that point. Route Options To delete the route: Options 1.
  • Page 65 Route” option and press ENTER. To create a vertical profi le of the route: (Available only if Garmin MapSource U.S. Topo 24K map data is used. See page 90 for details.) Select “Profi le” and press ENTER to display the route profi le.

  • Page 66: The Highway Page

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation The Highway Page Highway Page with an Active Route Highway Page Options Menu Data Field Display Options The Highway Page Whenever navigating a route, the Highway Page will guide you to the destination using data fields and a graphic highway. Up to four user selectable data fields display information such as speed, distance, time to next point on the route, etc.

  • Page 67: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu The Setup Menu allows you to customize the GPSmap 76CS to your personal preferences. Each selectable setup page is identified by an icon, which when highlighted displays the page when you press ENTER. To access the Setup Menu: 1.

  • Page 68: Display Setup

    DGPS beacon receiver, etc. using a USB or Serial Port Cable The following settings are available: GARMIN - The proprietary format used to exchange waypoint, route, track log and MapSource data with a PC. GARMIN DGPS - The proprietary format used with Garmin dif- ferential beacon receivers.
  • Page 69 ENTER. Use the ROCKER key to highlight the desired setting and press ENTER. 4. For Garmin DGPS or RTCM In/NMEA Out, use the ROCKER key to highlight “Beacon” and press ENTER. Use the ROCKER key to select “Scan” or “User” and press ENTER.

  • Page 70: Tones Setup

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Tones Setup Tones Sound when Check to Mute all Tones Setup Page Page Sequence Setup Restores to original setting Page Sequence Setup Page Tones Setup The Tones Setup Page allows you to customize the signal tones for a variety of unit features.

  • Page 71: Map Setup

    Using the Map Setup Feature The map display for your GPSmap 76CS is user confi gurable. A factory set of default settings currently control the Map Page display and may be satisfactory for your current requirements. The Map Setup pages...
  • Page 72 GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Map Setup The “General Settings” Map Setup Page The “Tracks Settings” Map Setup Page The “Points Settings” Map Setup Page Map Setup - General Settings The fi rst page of the Map Setup feature is the General Settings Page.
  • Page 73 The last page of the Map Setup is the Marine Settings Page. Use this page to control the display of marine chart items when using downloaded marine charts (i.e. MapSource BlueChart ® marine mapping data). GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Map Setup The “Text Settings” Map Setup Page The “Map Information” Map Setup Page...

  • Page 74: Routing Setup

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Routing Setup Routing Setup Page Follow Road Options Routing Setup The Routing Setup Page allows you to customize the manner in which routing functions behave. There are setup and option menus for route creation and methods of navigation.

  • Page 75: Geocache Setup

    Geocache Setup The Geocache Setup Page allows you to find and record items hidden at geographic locations. Refer to the Garmin website for details and how to download geocache locations from the internet (www.garmin.com). To use the Geocache Setup feature: 1.

  • Page 76: Time Setup

    4. Daylight Savings Time offers choices of Yes, No and Auto. Units Setup The Units Setup Page allows you to select the units of measurement for your GPSmap 76CS. To use the Units Setup feature: 1. Access the Units Setup Page.

  • Page 77: Heading Setup

    2. Highlight the Compass button and press ENTER to display the Compass Calibration Page. Follow instructions on page 16. To calibrate the Altimeter: Select Altimeter and press ENTER to display the Altimeter Calibration Page and follow instructions on pages 25 and 68. GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Heading Setup Display Options...

  • Page 78: Altimeter Setup

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Altimeter Setup Important - If you select the “Save Always” option, be certain to switch back to the “Save When Power On” option before removing the batteries from the unit and when storing the unit for long periods with batteries in place. If not, you may need to reset your location for satellite acquisition at the next start-up.

  • Page 79: Welcome Page Setup

    Calibration Complete mined by the GPS receiver Press ENTER Placing your name and phone number on this page may aid in recovery of your unit should it become lost GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Altimeter Setup Calibration Failed Press ENTER and retry...

  • Page 80: Proximity Waypoints

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Navigation Proximity Waypoints Use the ENTER key to Review or Remove an entry. Proximity Waypoints List Selected Waypoint Proximity Waypoints The Proximity Waypoints Page allows you to establish waypoints that have alarm circles around them at specified distances. The alarm helps you to avoid locations that are restricted or otherwise to be avoided.

  • Page 81: Section 4: Gps Features

    6. To view other calendar formats, Sun and Moon or Hunt and Fish extended data for a specifi c date and location, press the MENU key and use the ROCKER key to make your choice. GPSmap 76CS GPS Features Calendar...

  • Page 82: Alarm Clock

    Calculator Page Alarm Clock The Alarm Clock Feature allows you to use your GPSmap 76CS as an alarm clock. You can choose from different alarm tones, and use the “Snooze” feature to delay the alarm for an additional seven minutes.

  • Page 83: Stopwatch

    Stopwatch This feature allows you to use the GPSmap 76CS as a stopwatch, which includes a lap timer. You may also have the unit record the lap time based on distance. To start the stopwatch: Use the ROCKER key to highlight the ‘Start’ fi eld and then press ENTER.

  • Page 84: Sun And Moon Tables

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Features Sun and Moon Tables Location Options Sun and Moon Page Sun and Moon The Sun and Moon Tables provide you with a graphic depiction of the sun and moon relative to the Earth. Sun and moon positions can be displayed for any time, date and location on Earth.

  • Page 85: Hunt And Fish Tables

    ENTER. The Location fi eld will now display the name of the fi nd item. 4. To return to the current date, press MENU and then ENTER. GPSmap 76CS GPS Features Hunt and Fish Tables Hunt and Fish Page...

  • Page 86: Gps Enhanced Games

    Unopened Symbol Games The GPSmap 76CS provides games as an entertainment feature. Sev- eral of these games employ GPS as a virtual component in the play. To select and play a game: 1. Access the Main Menu and use the ROCKER key to select the Games icon.

  • Page 87: Virtua Maze

    (about the size of an American football field). The difficulty levels are: Easy, Normal and Hard. These levels deter- mine how often Gekos appear. The pace quickens and values vary as difficulty levels increase. GPSmap 76CS GPS Features GPS Enhanced Games...

  • Page 88: Gps Features

    GPSmap 76CS GPS Features GPS Enhanced Games Nibbons In this GPS game, you must walk around the board collecting the flags as they appear. As you walk, your “tail” will grow. You may travel anywhere on the screen but you cannot walk on your tail, or you will lose a life.

  • Page 89: Non-Enhanced Game

    To defeat the dragon, use ENTER to place an arrow in a shaded platform. Use the ROCKER key to point and ENTER to shoot. GPSmap 76CS GPS Features Non-Enhanced Game Game Symbols Pit Warning...

  • Page 90: Section 5: Appendix

    Marine Mount Kit - Allows installation on a boat. Bicycle Handlebar Mount Kit - Allows installation on bicycle handlebar. Battery Pack - Rechargeable, NiMH, AA battery kit, USA receptacle. For a complete list of available accessories for use with GPSmap 76CS, refer to the Garmin web site: http://garmin.com/products/gpsmap76cs/...
  • Page 91 MCX External Antenna Connector Accessories (under weather cover) Auto Navigation Kit Marine Mount Kit USB Connector (under weather cover) Power/Data Cable Connector Bicycle Handlebar Mount Kit “Serial Port” Carry Lanyard Installation under weather cover) Back of GPSmap 76CS Rechargeable NiMH Battery Kit...

  • Page 92: Specifcations

    GPSmap 76CS Appendix Specifi cations GPSmap 76CS PHYSICAL Case: Rugged, fully gasketed, water resistant, IEC-529, IPX7 (Submersible 1 meter @ 30 minutes) Size: 6.2”H x 2.7”W x 1.4”D Weight: 7.6 ounces (216g) with batteries installed Display: 1.5”W x 2.2”H, 256-color, high resolution, transrefl...
  • Page 93 Specifi cations subject to change without notice. 1. Subject to proper user calibration. 2. The temperature rating of the GPSmap 76CS may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Some batteries can rupture at high temperatures. 3. Subject to accuracy degradation to 100m 2DRMS under the U.S. DoD imposed Selective Availability (SA) Program when activated.

  • Page 94: Data Field Defi Nitions

    The following list provides a brief description of each data field Data Field Defi nitions option. Some of these options are supported only by devices interfaced to your GPSmap 76CS. Accuracy GPS - The current accuracy of your GPS determined location. Ambient Pressure - The uncalibrated current pressure.
  • Page 95 GPSmap 76CS Appendix Distance - Next - The distance to the next point on a route. Data Field Defi nitions Distance - Destination - The entire distance, from beginning to end, of a route. ETA - Next - The estimated time of arrival at the next point on your route, if you maintain your current speed and course.
  • Page 96 GPSmap 76CS Appendix Odometer - The total distance you have traveled for all trips. Data Field Defi nitions Off Course - The distance off your direct course line, right or left. Pointer - The arrow that indicates the direction to travel to the next point on a route.
  • Page 97 Vertical Speed - The rate of altitude gain/loss over time. Vertical Speed Dest - The measurement of your rate of acsent/decsent to a predetermined altitude. Water Speed - The data acquired from measurement devices interfaced to the GPSmap 76CS is used to calculate your current speed over water.
  • Page 98 Water Temperature - The temperature of water at a measured depth Data Field Defi nitions using measurement devices interfaced to the GPSmap 76CS. Waypoint - Destination - The last point on a route, your destination. Waypoint - Next - The next point on your route.

  • Page 99: Connecting The Gpsmap 76Cs To A Computer

    To connect to your computer using the USB connector: 1. Install the MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM provided with your GPSmap 76CS on your PC. USB drivers, required for USB interfacing, are installed when you run the CD-ROM. Do not connect the USB cable until the drivers have been installed.

  • Page 100: Downloading Mapsource Map Data

    Find features and mapping capability. The GPSmap 76CS accepts up to 115 MB of map data from most MapSource products. It is not possible to transfer 3rd party maps into Garmin products.

  • Page 101: Utc Offset Chart

    -12.00 -11.00 -10.00 -09.00 -08.00 -07.00 -06.00 -05.00 -04.00 -03.00 -02.00 -01.00 -00.00 GPSmap 76CS Appendix UTC Offset Chart Longitudinal Zone Offset E007.5° to E022.5° +01.00 E022.5° to E037.5° +02.00 E052.5° to E067.5° +03.00 E067.5° to E082.5° +04.00 E082.5° to E097.5°...

  • Page 102: Map Datums And Position 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 76CS can be set to match most of those commonly used. If you are navigating and comparing the GPS coordinates to a map,...

  • Page 103: Loran Td Setup

    GRI-chain and secondary stations and adjust the TD coordi- nates accordingly. Remember that the GPSmap 76CS is not relying on the LORAN signal for navigation and actually converts the TD coordinate to a useful LAT/LON coordinate before storing the waypoint to memory or using it for navigation.

  • Page 104: Waas And Dgps

    SBAS satellite. In fact it can degrade the accuracy to less than that provided by GPS satellites alone. For this reason, your Garmin GPS receiver, when in the “WAAS Enabled” mode, uses the method that achieves the best accuracy. To enable/disable WAAS, refer to the System Setup Page of your unit.

  • Page 105: Wiring Diagram

    GPS receiver. The NMEA 0183 version 3.01 interface format is supported by the GPSmap 76CS and enables the unit to drive up to three NMEA devices. NMEA 0183 Version 3.01 Approved Sentences: GPGGA, GPGLL, GPGSA, GPGSV, GPRMB, GPRMC, GPRTE, GPVTG,...

  • Page 106: Index

    GPSmap 76CS Appendix Index Accessories 80 Accuracy Circle 9 Activate a Route 52 Alarm Clock 72 Altimeter Calibration 25, 68 Altimeter Page 20 Altimeter Setup 68 Arrow, Panning 9 AutoZoom 62 Backlight Timeout 7, 58 Backlighting On/Off 7, 58 Battery Level Indicator 7...
  • Page 107 Deleting 55 Editing 55 Profi le 55 Navigating 55 Reversing 53 Vertical Profi le 55 Routing Setup 64 GPSmap 76CS Appendix Index Satellite Page 4 Saving the Tracklog 47 Selecting a Page 2 Setup Menu 57 Show Data Fields 10 Show Map Only 10 Sight ‘N Go 17...

  • Page 108: Section 5: Appendix

    GPSmap 76CS Appendix Index Trip Computer Page 26 Trip Odometer 26 Trip Time 26 Unit Features 3 Unit i.d. 57 Units of Measure 66 Units Setup 66 User Waypoint Symbol 27 UTC Offset 66, 91 View Elevation Plot 21 View Pressure Plot 21...

  • Page 109: Limited Warranty

    This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will at its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost.
  • Page 110 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 © Copyright 2004 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151 Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, U.S.A.

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