Using The Electronic Compass - Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx Owner's Manual

The compass ring is an electronic compass that
functions like a magnetic compass when you are
stationary. When you are moving and reach a pre-set
speed, it uses data from the GPS receiver to maintain
your heading. When you stop (after a pre-set time), it
again operates like a magnetic compass. The compass
ring is especially helpful when using a paper map
or chart in conjunction with your GPSMAP 60CSx
for navigation. When the electronic compass is on, a
compass icon appears in the status bar.

Using the Electronic Compass

When you manually turn the electronic compass
off, it stays off until you manually turn it on again.
However, sometimes when you turn the electronic
compass on, the GPSmap 60CSx overrides the
compass and uses the GPS receiver to track your
heading. You can customize the criteria for switching
between the electronic compass and the GPS.
GPSMAP 60CSx Owner's Manual
To turn the electronic compass on or off:
1. Press and hold the PAGE key to turn the
electronic compass on or off. The Compass
Icon appears in the status bar when the
electronic compass is on. When you are not
using the electronic compass, turn it off to
conserve batteries. When it is turned off, the
unit uses the GPS receiver for navigation.
2. Hold the GPSMAP 60CSx level to get an
accurate electronic compass reading. A "Hold
Level" message appears if you are not holding
the electronic compass correctly, or if it is
not calibrated. (See the following page for
calibration instructions.)
Setting the speed and time for Compass
Auto On/Off:
1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu.
2. Highlight Setup, and press ENTER to open
the Setup Menu.
3. Highlight the Heading icon, and press ENTER
to open the Heading Setup Page.
4. Highlight the Switch to compass heading
when below field, and press ENTER
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