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 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 turn the electronic compass off, it stays
off until you 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. In fact, when
you are moving at a steady rate, the GPS receiver
operates the compass. When stationary, the electronic
compass provides you with accurate headings. You
can customize the criteria for switching between the
electronic compass and the GPS as explained in the
Heading Setup section on
GPSMAP 60CSx Owner's Manual
page 75.
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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. (You
obtain the most accurate reading if the
compass has been recently 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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