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- Page 1 GPSMAP ® Owner’s Manual...
- Page 2 © 2018 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Garmin. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content of this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements. Go to www.garmin.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Navigating with the Compass..11 Introduction........1 Stopping Navigation......11 Device Overviews........1 Waypoints..........11 GPSMAP 66s/st Device Overview..1 Creating a Waypoint......12 GPSMAP 66sr Device Overview..2 Navigating to a Waypoint....12 Battery Information......... 2 Editing a Waypoint......12 Maximizing Battery Life...... - Page 4 Removing Your Device Registration Device Information......34 From Geocaching.com..... 24 Product Updates........34 Setting a Proximity Alarm....24 Setting Up Garmin Express....34 Editing or Deleting a Proximity Attaching the Carabiner Clip....34 Alarm..........24 Removing the Carabiner Clip.... 34...
- Page 5 Cleaning the Device......35 Data Management........ 35 File Types.......... 35 Memory Cards........36 Installing a Memory Card in the GPSMAP 66s/st Device....36 Installing a Memory Card in the GPSMAP 66sr Device....36 Connecting the Device to Your Computer........... 37 Transferring Files to Your Device..
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Page 7: Introduction
Introduction WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Device Overviews GPSMAP 66s/st Device Overview GNSS antenna Power button Buttons Micro-USB port (under weather cap) microSD card slot (under batteries) ®... -
Page 8: Gpsmap 66Sr Device Overview
GPSMAP 66sr Device Overview GNSS antenna Status LED Power button Buttons Micro-USB port (under weather cap) Flashlight microSD card slot (under weather cap) Mounting spine Battery Information WARNING The temperature rating for the device may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at high temperatures. -
Page 9: Maximizing Battery Life
• To never turn on expedition mode, select Never. In expedition mode, the green LED flashes occasionally. Long-Term Storage When you do not plan to use the GPSMAP 66s/st device for several months, remove the batteries. Stored data is not lost when batteries are removed. Installing Batteries The GPSMAP 66s/st handheld device operates using two AA batteries (not included). -
Page 10: Installing A Nimh Battery Pack
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer. Do not attempt to use the device to charge a battery that was not provided by Garmin ®... -
Page 11: Charging The Gpsmap 66Sr Device
Charging the GPSMAP 66sr Device NOTICE To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer. NOTE: The device does not charge when it is outside the approved temperature range (GPSMAP 66sr Specifications, page 38). -
Page 12: Buttons
Buttons Select to open the search menu. FIND Hold to mark your current location as a man overboard (MOB) location and activate naviga tion. MARK Select to save your current location as a waypoint. Select to cancel or return to the previous menu or page. QUIT Select to scroll through the main pages. -
Page 13: Opening The Main Menu
Opening the Main Menu The main menu gives you access to tools and setup screens for waypoints, activities, routes, and more (Main Menu Tools, page Setup Menu, page 27). From any page, select MENU twice. represents your location on the map. As you travel, moves and displays your path. -
Page 14: Advanced Map Settings
Advanced Map Settings From the map, select MENU, and select Map Setup > Advanced Setup. Auto Zoom: Automatically selects the appropriate zoom level for optimal use on your map. When Off is selected, you must zoom in or out manually. Detail: Selects the amount of detail shown on the map. -
Page 15: Navigating With Sight 'N Go
Navigating with Sight 'N Go You can point the device at an object in the distance, lock in the direction, and navigate to the object. 1 Select Sight 'N Go. 2 Point the device at an object. 3 Select Lock Direction > Set Course. 4 Navigate using the compass. -
Page 16: Trip Computer Settings
Trip Computer Settings From the trip computer, select MENU. Reset: Resets all the trip computer values to zero. For accurate information, reset the trip information before beginning a trip. Change Data Fields: Customizes the trip computer data fields. Change Dashboard: Changes the theme and information displayed on the dashboard. NOTE: Your customized settings are remembered by the dashboard. -
Page 17: Calibrating The Barometric Altimeter
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know the correct elevation or the correct barometric pressure. 1 Go to a location where the elevation or barometric pressure is known. 2 From the altimeter, select MENU. 3 Select Altimeter Setup >... -
Page 18: Creating A Waypoint
Creating a Waypoint You can save your current location as a waypoint. 1 Select MARK. 2 If necessary, select a field to make changes to the waypoint. 3 Select Save. Navigating to a Waypoint 1 Select FIND > Waypoints. 2 Select a waypoint. 3 Select Go. -
Page 19: Moving A Waypoint On The Map
Moving a Waypoint on the Map 1 Select Waypoint Manager. 2 Select a waypoint. 3 Select MENU > Move Waypoint. 4 Select a location on the map. 5 Select Move. Finding a Location Near a Waypoint 1 Select Waypoint Manager. 2 Select a waypoint. -
Page 20: Navigating A Saved Route
Navigating a Saved Route 1 Select FIND > Routes. 2 Select a route. 3 Select Go. By default, your route appears as a straight, colored line on the map. Viewing the Active Route 1 While navigating a route, select Active Route. 2 Select a point in the route to view additional details. -
Page 21: Deleting A Route
Output Format: Sets the device to save the recording as a FIT or a GPX/FIT file (File Types, page 35). The FIT option records your activity with fitness information that is tailored for the Garmin Connect ™ application and can be used for navigation. The FIT and GPX option records your activity as both a traditional track that can be viewed on the map and used for navigation, and as an activity with fitness information. -
Page 22: Navigating Using Tracback
You can use additional maps with the device, such as BirdsEye satellite imagery, BlueChart ® g2, and City Navigator detailed maps. Detailed maps may contain additional points of interest, such as restaurants or ® marine services. For more information, go to http://buy.garmin.com or contact your Garmin dealer. Navigation... -
Page 23: Purchasing Additional Maps
EPO Downloads: Allows you to download an extended prediction orbit file to quickly locate GPS satellites and reduce the time it takes to get an initial GPS fix using the Garmin Connect app or when connected to a Wi‑Fi ®... -
Page 24: Connected Feature Requirements
® device. • If you are using an Android smartphone, from the Garmin Connect app, select Settings > Smart Notifications. The device receives phone notifications from a paired iOS phone directly, and through the Garmin Connect app on an Android phone. -
Page 25: Connecting To A Wireless Network
The device stores the network information and connects automatically when you return to this location. Connect IQ Features You can add Connect IQ features to your device from Garmin and other providers using the Connect IQ Mobile app. You can customize your device with data fields, widgets, and apps. -
Page 26: Main Menu Tools
Main Menu Tools Select MENU twice. Recording Controls: Allows you to view details about the current activity and control the current activity recording (Viewing the Current Activity, page 15). Notifications: Alerts you to incoming calls, texts, social network updates, and more, based on your smartphone notification settings (Phone Notifications, page 18). -
Page 27: Birdseye Imagery
1 Connect to a wireless network (Connecting to a Wireless Network, page 19) or to the Garmin Connect app (Pairing a Smartphone with Your Device, page 18). 2 Select Setup > Geocaching > Register Device. -
Page 28: Geocache Searches
Geocache Searches You can search the geocaches loaded on your device. If you are connected to www.geocaching.com, you can search live geocache data and download geocaches. NOTE: You can download detailed information for more than three geocaches per day with a premium membership. -
Page 29: Saving A Custom Geocache Filter
Saving a Custom Geocache Filter You can create and save custom filters for geocaches based on specific factors. 1 Select Setup > Geocaching > Filter Setup > Create Filter. 2 Select items to filter. 3 Select QUIT. By default, the new filter is saved automatically as Filter followed by a number. For example, Filter 2. You can edit the geocache filter to change the name (Editing a Custom Geocache Filter, page 23). -
Page 30: Chirp
A chirp is a small Garmin accessory that is programmed and left in a geocache. You can use your device to find a chirp in a geocache. Enabling chirp Searching 1 Select Setup > Geocaching. 2 Select chirp™ Searching > On. -
Page 31: Sending And Receiving Data Wirelessly
Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly Before you can share data wirelessly, you must be within 3 m (10 ft.) of a compatible Garmin device. Your device can send and receive data wirelessly when connected with a compatible Garmin device using ANT+ ®... -
Page 32: Using The Inreach Remote
Single Color: Allows you to select whether the satellite page is displayed in multicolor or single color. Set Location On Map: Allows you to mark your current location on the map. You can use this location to create routes or search for saved locations. AutoLocate Position: Calculates your GPS position using the Garmin AutoLocate feature. ®... -
Page 33: Setup Menu
Setup Menu Select MENU twice, and select Setup. System: Allows you to customize system settings (System Settings, page 27). Display: Adjusts the backlight and display settings (Display Settings, page 28). Bluetooth: Pairs your device to a smartphone, and allows you to customize the Bluetooth settings (Bluetooth Settings, page 29). -
Page 34: Satellite Settings
Garmin Spanner: Allows you to use the device USB port with most NMEA 0183-compliant mapping programs by creating a virtual serial port. Garmin Serial: Sets the device to use a Garmin proprietary format to exchange waypoint, route, and track data with a computer. -
Page 35: Changing The Color Mode
Changing the Color Mode 1 Select Setup > Display > Appearance. 2 Select an option: • To allow the device to display day or night colors automatically based on the time of day, select Mode > Auto. • To use a light background, select Mode > Day. •... -
Page 36: Geocaching Settings
Wireless Sensors Your device can be used with wireless ANT+ or Bluetooth sensors. For more information about compatibility and purchasing optional sensors, go to buy.garmin.com. Pairing Your Wireless Sensors Before you can pair, you must put on the heart rate monitor or install the sensor. -
Page 37: Marine Settings
Marine Settings Select Setup > Marine. Marine Chart Mode: Sets the type of chart the device uses when displaying marine data. Nautical displays various map features in different colors so the marine POIs are more readable and so the map reflects the drawing scheme of paper charts. -
Page 38: Changing The Page Sequence
Changing the Page Sequence 1 Select Setup > Menus > Page Sequence > Edit Page Sequence. 2 Select a page. 3 Select an option: • To move the page up or down in the list, select Move. • To add a new page to the page sequence, select Insert, and select a category. •... -
Page 39: Profiles
Profiles Profiles are a collection of settings that optimize your device based on how you are using it. For example, the settings and views are different when you use the device for hunting than when geocaching. When you are using a profile and you change settings, such as data fields or units of measurement, the changes are saved automatically as part of the profile. -
Page 40: Device Information
On your computer, install Garmin Express ™ (www.garmin.com/express). On your smartphone, you can install the Garmin Explore app to upload your waypoints, routes, tracks, and activities. Garmin Express provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices: • Software updates •... -
Page 41: Attaching The Wrist Strap
• GPX route, track, and waypoint files. • GPX geocache files (Downloading Geocaches Using a Computer, page 21). • JPEG photo files. • GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader. Go to www.garmin.com/products/poiloader. • FIT files for exporting to Garmin Connect. Device Information... -
Page 42: Memory Cards
Memory Cards Installing a Memory Card in the GPSMAP 66s/st Device WARNING Do not use a sharp object to remove user-replaceable batteries. You can install a microSD memory card, up to 32 GB, for additional storage or pre-loaded maps. 1 Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the cover. -
Page 43: Connecting The Device To Your Computer
If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your device memory contains important system files that should not be deleted. 1 Open the Garmin drive or volume. 2 If necessary, open a folder or volume. -
Page 44: Gpsmap 66S/St Specifications
FCC or regional compliance markings, as well as applicable product and licensing information. 1 Select Setup. 2 Select About. The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/waterrating. Device Information... -
Page 45: Appendix
Appendix Data Fields Some data fields require you to be navigating or require wireless accessories to display data. 24 hr. Max. Temperature: The maximum temperature recorded in the last 24 hours from a compatible temperature sensor. 24 hr. Min. Temperature: The minimum temperature recorded in the last 24 hours from a compatible temperature sensor. - Page 46 Elevation - Minimum: The lowest elevation reached since the last reset. ETA at Destination: The estimated time of day when you will reach the final destination (adjusted to the local time of the destination). You must be navigating for this data to appear. ETA at Next: The estimated time of day when you will reach the next waypoint on the route (adjusted to the local time of the waypoint).
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Page 47: Getting More Information
• Go to support.garmin.com for additional manuals, articles, and software updates. • Go to buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories and replacement parts. Optional Accessories Optional accessories, such as mounts, maps, fitness accessories, and replacement parts, are available at http://buy.garmin.com... -
Page 48: Tempe
Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin Device • Verify that the ANT+ accessory is compatible with your Garmin device. • Before you pair the ANT+ accessory with your Garmin device, move 10 m (33 ft.) away from other ANT+ accessories. -
Page 49: Heart Rate Zone Calculations
Heart Rate Zone Calculations % of Maximum Heart Zone Perceived Exertion Benefits Rate Beginning-level aerobic training, 50–60% Relaxed, easy pace, rhythmic breathing reduces stress Comfortable pace, slightly deeper Basic cardiovascular training, good 60–70% breathing, conversation possible recovery pace Moderate pace, more difficult to hold Improved aerobic capacity, optimal 70–80% conversation... -
Page 50: Index
14 files, transferring 21, 35, 37 creating 13 fitness 30 deleting 15 flashlight 20, 25 editing 14 navigating 14 settings 29 Garmin Connect 17, 18 viewing on the map 14 Garmin Explore 35 Garmin Express 34 updating software 34 satellite page 26 geocaches 20–24, 35 satellite signals 20, 26 downloading 21... - Page 52 May 2021 GUID-C8E8E9D8-9FB4-41B8-B0BC-716C62EB54AB v4...