Initializing The Gps; Entering Data; Adjusting The Backlight And Contrast - Garmin GPS 60 Quick Start Manual

Learning Key Functions
POWER Key—Press and hold to turn unit on/off.
Press and release to adjust backlighting and contrast.
IN/OUT Zoom Keys—From the Map Page, press and
IN
release to zoom in or out. From any other page, press
OUT
to scroll up or down a list
FIND Key—Press and release at any time to view the
FIND
Find Page. Press and hold for Man Overboard.
MARK Key—Press and release at any time to mark
MARK
your current location as a waypoint.
QUIT Key—Press and release to cancel data entry or
QUIT
to exit a page or menu.
PAGE Key—Press and release to cycle through the
PAGE
Main Pages. Press to close the on-screen keyboard.
MENU Key—Press and release to view a menu for
each page. Press twice to view the Main Menu.
ENTER Key—Press and release to select highlighted
ENTR
options and data or confirm on-screen messages.
V
ROCKER Key—Press left, right, up, or down to move
through lists, highlight fields, on-screen buttons, and
V icons, enter data, or move the map panning arrow.
Installing Batteries
The GPS 60 operates on two AA batteries (not included). Alka-
line or NiMH batteries may be used (see the Owner' s Manual for
directions to set the battery type). Stored data will not be lost when
batteries are removed.
To install batteries:
1. Remove the battery cover by
lifting the D-ring, turning it
1/4 turn counterclockwise, and
then pulling the cover away.
2. Insert the batteries, observing
the proper polarity.
3. Reinstall the battery cover by
connecting the bottom of the
cover to the bottom of the
unit. Make sure the tab on the
cover fits into the slot on the
unit. Press the cover closed
and turn the D-ring clockwise
to lock.
Battery Information
• When replacing batter-
ies, use only new or fully
charged batteries.
• Do not mix Alkaline and
NiMH batteries.
• Disposable batteries typically
last longer than rechargeable
batteries.
• Extensive use of backlight-
ing, WAAS, or key beep
tones significantly reduces
battery life.

Initializing the GPS

Before you can begin using your GPS 60, you must wait for the
GPS to initialize. This process allows the GPS 60 to receive and store
satellite information and begin using the satellites for navigation.
Initialization happens automatically and should take no more than a
few minutes.
To initialize the unit (acquire
satellites):
1. Take your GPS 60 outside where it
has a clear view of the sky and turn
it on. The Welcome Page appears,
followed by the Satellite Page.
2. Wait while the GPS 60 searches for
satellite signals. While the unit is
searching, you will see the message
'Acquiring Satellites.'
3. Once your GPS 60 has acquired
satellites, your location in coordinates
appears at the top of the page.
If, for some reason, the GPS 60 is not able to gather the neces-
sary satellite information, try moving away from tall buildings,
trees, or other obstructions. Refer to your Owner' s Manual for more
instructions.

Adjusting the Backlight and Contrast

If you cannot see the screen of your GPS 60 clearly, adjust the
brightness and contrast of the backlight.
1. Press and release the POWER key.
2. Press the ROCKER key up or down to increase
or decrease screen brightness.
3. Press the ROCKER key left or right to change
the screen contrast. Press QUIT to exit.
Viewing the Main Pages
Your GPS 60 shows all the information you need to navigate
on five Main Pages (or screens): the Satellite Page, Trip Computer
Page, Map Page, Compass Page, and Main Menu Page. Press the
PAGE key to see each Main Page in the order shown.

Entering Data

To enter or change data, use the ROCKER key and the
ENTER key. Press the ROCKER key left, right, up, or down to
highlight a field you want to change. Press ENTER to select the
field. Then use the ROCKER key to select options from a menu
and press ENTER.
You may need to enter words or
numbers with the ROCKER key and an
on-screen keyboard. To enter data, use
the ROCKER key to highlight a letter or
number. Press ENTER to select the highlighted letter or number.
Continue choosing letters with the ROCKER and ENTER keys.
When you are finished, highlight 'OK' and press ENTER.