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Garmin 76CS Plus Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 76CS Plus chartplotting receiver owner’s manual Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 1 2/14/2005 3:33:06 PM...
  • 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. Visit the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of this and other...

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    Main Menu and Setup Menu. packing list on the outside of the box. If any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately. To learn how to change the settings of the 76CS Plus, read the Customizing Your 76CS Plus section. About This Manual The Appendix contains specifications, optional ac-...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ............i Viewing the Status Bar Icons ........9 About This Manual ..........i Understanding On-Screen Messages ......9 Caring for Your 76CS Plus .........vi What is the Difference Between the Modes? ..10 Cleaning the Unit ............ vi Powerboat Mode .............10 Storing the 76CS Plus ..........vi Sailboat Mode ............10...
  • Page 5 Creating a Route .............31 See Your Route on the Map page ......47 Viewing Your Saved Routes ........33 View Your Heading with the Compass Page ..47 Editing a Route ............34 Editing the Route Points ........35 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 3 2/14/2005 3:33:07 PM...
  • Page 6 Additional Features ........62 Gekoids ..............73 Using the Altimeter ..........62 Beast Hunt ..............74 Plotting Over Time or Distance ......63 Customizing Your 76CS Plus ......75 Viewing Pressure Plots ...........63 Setting Up the System ........75 Adjusting the Zoom Ranges ........63 Enabling Map Data ..........75 Viewing Points ............64...
  • Page 7 Optional Accessories ........90 FCC Compliance ..........104 Installation Information ........91 Safety Information ..........105 Connecting the Power/Data Cable ......91 Index .............. 107 Connecting Your Unit to a Computer .....92 Information about USB Drivers ......92 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 5 2/14/2005 3:33:08 PM...

  • Page 8: Caring For Your 76Cs Plus

    The 76CS Plus is fastened shut with screws. Any at- power. It is always a good practice to back up impor- tempt to open the case to change or modify the unit...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    TARTED Unit Overview The 76CS Plus is an all-in-one, versatile color handheld marine and automobile navigator—perfect for land or sea. This portable GPS navigator features a 256-color TFT display that is easy to read in bright sunlight, a built- in basemap, and automatically generated routes with turn-by-turn directions.

  • Page 10: Powering The 76Cs Plus

    > 76CS P ETTING TARTED OWERING THE Powering the 76CS Plus Your 76CS Plus can be powered by batteries or using external power. Battery Installing the Batteries Compartment The 76CS Plus operates on two “AA” batteries (not Locking included). Alkaline or NiMH batteries may be used.

  • Page 11: Turning On The 76Cs Plus

    Turning On the 76CS Plus Adjusting the Backlight You may want to adjust the backlight to see the dis- The first time you turn on your new 76CS Plus, the play better. receiver must collect satellite data and determine its present position.

  • Page 12: Main Page Sequence

    80 for information. Compass Highway Tide Prediction (page 48) (page 52) (page 56) Station (page 57) Position Data Satellite Marine Log Sun & Moon (page 61) (page 5) (page 60) (page 59) 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 4 2/14/2005 3:33:14 PM...

  • Page 13: Getting Satellite Signals

    While the receiver is gathering satellite signals and establishing your position fix, “Locating Satellites” is After you turn on the 76CS Plus, the unit automati- displayed on the Satellite page. cally begins searching for satellites. It may take a few...

  • Page 14: Satellite Page Options

    To learn about GPS, refer to “Learning about GPS” on position more accurately until it establishes a 3D posi- page 94. tion fix. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 6 2/14/2005 3:33:14 PM...

  • Page 15: Calibrating The Sensors

    To manually calibrate the altimeter: You need to calibrate the electronic compass outdoors 1. Press the MENU key three times to open the the first time you use the 76CS Plus and each time Setup Menu. you install new batteries.

  • Page 16: Learning About The Keys And Icons

    Press MENU to open a menu for the current tions and to enter data. Also use to page. Press twice to open the Main Menu. move the arrow on the Map page. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 8 2/14/2005 3:33:16 PM...

  • Page 17: Viewing The Status Bar Icons

    fix has been attained. Four or more satellites have been received and On-Screen Messages a three-dimensional fix has been attained. The unit is in Powerboat mode. The unit is in Sailboat mode. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 9 2/14/2005 3:33:17 PM...

  • Page 18: What Is The Difference Between The Modes

    Use Off Road mode when you are using an off-road the Modes? vehicle, such as an ATV or snowmobile. In this mode, The 76CS Plus has four usage modes. Use the mode the 76CS Plus automatically generates a route to your that best suits your navigation needs.

  • Page 19: Using The 76Cs Plus

    MENU button. Understanding Terms Default—the factory setting saved in the unit’s mem- The 76CS Plus advanced keypad system is designed ory. You can change the settings as you like, but you to allow quick, convenient selection of navigation op- can also revert to the factory (default) settings when tions and data entry.

  • Page 20: Selecting Options And Entering Data

    ENTER/MARK window may then appear key until the Mark Waypoint page appears. with more options. If so, select the desired option A menu and press ENTER again. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 12 2/14/2005 3:33:18 PM...

  • Page 21: Using The Databases

    1. Use the Rocker key to highlight the desired Optional Garmin MapSource CD-ROMs enhance ® field and press ENTER. the versatility of your 76CS Plus. With optional 2. Press Up or Down on MapSource City Select data, you can view listings of ®...

  • Page 22: Simulated Basic Navigation

    Simulated Basic Navigation Simulating Navigation For this simulation we have set our location to the To learn how to use the 76CS Plus, use it in Simulator Santa Cruz coast. mode. Simulator mode is also helpful for practicing with the unit indoors or when no satellite signals are To find and go to a marine destination:...
  • Page 23 1. Follow the previous steps to initiate navigation. 4. Highlight Cities and press ENTER. Use the The 76CS Plus switches to the Map page. A Rocker key to select a city and press ENTER. magenta line shows the direct route from your 5.

  • Page 24: Basic Operation

    BlueChart TER to open the item’s or MapSource maps installed information page. You can view the item on the map, go to the item, or save the item as a waypoint. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 16 2/14/2005 3:33:19 PM...

  • Page 25: Searching For A Location By Name

    4. Highlight the desired item from the list and 6. An information page opens. To go to the item, press ENTER. highlight the Go To button and press ENTER. 5. Highlight the Go To button and press ENTER. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 17 2/14/2005 3:33:19 PM...

  • Page 26: Finding An Item From Another Location

    4. Use the Rocker key to move the arrow to the and press ENTER. location you want to search around and press ENTER. The list displays items nearest to the new map position. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 18 2/14/2005 3:33:19 PM...

  • Page 27: Viewing The Information Page

    To go to an item, vided in the menu. Press MENU to open the options highlight the item menu. For more information about the options, refer and press ENTER two times. page 27. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 19 2/14/2005 3:33:19 PM...

  • Page 28: Searching For A Waypoint Or City

    Find By Name allows you to enter the Waypoints Results List name of the waypoint in a search field. • Find Nearest allows you to search for points/cities near your current location. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 20 2/14/2005 3:33:20 PM...

  • Page 29: Searching For A Marine Point

    Rocker key to begin entering letters. search for the marine Tide Prediction Stations 6. When the desired point is displayed in the provided in the 76CS Plus marine basemap. results list, press ENTER, then use the Rocker When detailed marine map data has been key to highlight the desired point.

  • Page 30: Searching For An Interstate Exit

    The Exits category allows you to search for If you have loaded MapSource detailed map the nearest Interstate Exits. data into your 76CS Plus, you can search for addresses and intersections using the Address- To find an exit: es and Crossroads categories.

  • Page 31: Searching For A Point Of Interest

    If you have loaded MapSource map data into a national chain, only the nearest restaurant to your your 76CS Plus, you can search for Points of location is displayed when you search using the Find Interest, such as restaurants and lodging.

  • Page 32: Creating And Using Waypoints

    Save your current location as a waypoint by pressing To mark your present position: and holding ENTER/MARK. The 76CS Plus stores 1. Press and hold the up to 1000 alphanumeric waypoints with a user-de- ENTER/MARK key until the Mark Waypoint page fined icon, note, elevation, and depth available for...

  • Page 33: Creating A Waypoint Using The Map

    When you pan the map and move the arrow over a map item (see page 50), a highlighted descrip- tion of that item appears. The 76CS Plus uses the item text shown as the default name for the new waypoint.

  • Page 34: Entering Coordinates Of A Location

    After you have found a item using the Find Menu, desired position coordinates and press ENTER you can select Save and press ENTER to save that when finished. item in your Waypoints list. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 26 2/14/2005 3:33:22 PM...

  • Page 35: Editing A Waypoint

    ENTER when information page. Refer to page 69. done. Chart/Map Information—displays the map that the map item originated from. Select List to display the Waypoint Page list of charts/maps. See page 75. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 27 2/14/2005 3:33:23 PM...

  • Page 36: Averaging The Waypoint's Location

    Enter the distance between the original Average Location position. waypoint and the projected waypoint, and press ENTER. NOTE: You must have a GPS satellite fix before you can average a waypoint’s location. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 28 2/14/2005 3:33:23 PM...

  • Page 37: Deleting Waypoints

    QUIT or PAGE to exit the to delete and press ENTER. information page. 4. Highlight Yes and press ENTER to confirm. Choose No or press QUIT to exit without deleting. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 29 2/14/2005 3:33:23 PM...

  • Page 38: Proximity Points

    4. Select the desired point pressing ENTER. from the Find Menu. Highlight Use and press To clear all alarms from the list, press MENU and ENTER. then ENTER. Adding proximity alarms. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 30 2/14/2005 3:33:24 PM...

  • Page 39: Creating And Using Routes

    3. Highlight the desired route and press ENTER. route, it is saved to the 76CS Plus unit’s memory. The Routes page displays all of the saved routes in the 76CS Plus memory. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 31 2/14/2005 3:33:24 PM...
  • Page 40 ENTER to add it to the route. Route Review page. Route Review Page 6. Repeat until you have added all points to the route. Press QUIT to return to the Route Review page. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 32 2/14/2005 3:33:25 PM...

  • Page 41: Viewing Your Saved Routes

    MENU to view the Routes menu. You can page. also create a new route, delete all routes, and set up the routes to manually transition to the next waypoint. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 33 2/14/2005 3:33:26 PM...

  • Page 42: Editing A Route

    Press ENTER Press the to rename the Route Review Page Route Point Rocker key route. Options Menu Menu Right or Left to view additional data about the route leg. Route Review Page 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 34 2/14/2005 3:33:27 PM...

  • Page 43: Editing The Route Points

    Press the Rocker key Up or Down to move add it to the route. the point. 7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 until all desired points are added to the route. Press Quit when finished. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 35 2/14/2005 3:33:27 PM...
  • Page 44 field and press ENTER. Use the Rocker key appears: to enter the distance. When you are within the entered distance, the 76CS Plus will direct you to the next point on your route. 6. If you select Manual, use the IN and OUT keys to transition to the next waypoint while 5.

  • Page 45: Managing Your Tracks

    Wrap When Full—place a check mark in the box oldest track points (if Wrap to allow the 76CS Plus to overwrite the oldest track When Full is enabled). The per- points with new track points.
  • Page 46 4. A window pops up asking if you want to save Highlight OK and press ENTER to save the the entire track log. To save the entire track, track. Press QUIT to exit. highlight Yes and press ENTER. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 38 2/14/2005 3:33:28 PM...

  • Page 47: Editing Your Saved Track Details

    6. Highlight OK and press ENTER to save the track. Press QUIT to exit. Press MENU on the Saved Track page to view the elevation profile of the track. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 39 2/14/2005 3:33:28 PM...

  • Page 48: Navigating A Saved Track

    TracBack Tips You can save your track log to use later as a Once you activate a TracBack, the 76CS Plus divides TracBack, which reduces your track log into a route the track into segments called legs. Up to 300 tem- with up to 300 turns.

  • Page 49: Navigating In The Sea And Land Modes

    Press the NAV key to open the Navigate Menu: Go To Point—allows you to select a waypoint or point of interest from the Find Menu to navigate to. Navigate Menu Accessed by pressing NAV/MOB key 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 41 2/14/2005 3:33:29 PM...
  • Page 50 Navigate Menu want to go to and press ENTER. with Map Feature highlighted 5. Highlight Go To on the information page and press ENTER to create a route to that point. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 42 2/14/2005 3:33:30 PM...

  • Page 51: Navigating In The Sea Modes

    Map page. You can use many pages To edit the route on the map: in the 76CS Plus to navigate to your destination, such 1. Press NAV while you are navigating a route. as the Map, Compass, and Highway pages.

  • Page 52: Entering Your Vessel's Information

    2. Select the desired symbol from the list and and a symbol. press ENTER. The symbol you select is displayed on the Map page in place of the standard position marker. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 44 2/14/2005 3:33:31 PM...

  • Page 53: Setting Your Home Port

    3. Highlight Home Port and press ENTER. 2. Highlight Vessel and press ENTER. The 76CS Plus generates a route to your home port. 3. Highlight the Current Vessel field and press If you do not have a home port set, the Vessel page ENTER.

  • Page 54: Navigating In The Land Modes

    Track Your Progress with the Map page You can track the progress of your route on the Map After you initiate navigation, your 76CS Plus leads page. Your route is shown with a magenta line. The you to your destination using several pages.

  • Page 55: Viewing The Active Route Page

    When the pointer is pointing straight up, you are show arrival times using the options menu. Press heading directly to your destination. For more infor- MENU to open the options menu. mation, see page 52. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 47 2/14/2005 3:33:33 PM...

  • Page 56: Main

    When you Up, the North arrow indicates the orientation of the press the Rocker key, the 76CS Plus enters pan mode, map. Refer to page 79 to change the map orientation. which moves the map to keep the white arrow (map pointer) within the display area.

  • Page 57: Zooming In And Out Of The Map

    Plus displays cartography as long as chart information is used, “mapsource” appears below the scale. is available for the zoom scale you have selected. Using detailed maps loaded in the unit 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 49 2/14/2005 3:33:33 PM...

  • Page 58: Panning The Map

    To search for items around Panning the Map the item you selected, press the NAV key 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 50 2/14/2005 3:33:34 PM...

  • Page 59: Changing The Map Detail

    4. Move the arrow to the point you want to measure to. The bearing and distance are Measuring Distance displayed. You can measure the distance and bearing between 5. Press QUIT when you are finished. two map items. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 51 2/14/2005 3:33:34 PM...

  • Page 60: Compass Page

    The direction of the destination (bearing) relative to the course over ground is indicated by an arrow in the middle of the compass ring and a bearing “bug” on the outside of the compass ring. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 52 2/14/2005 3:33:34 PM...

  • Page 61: Using The Electronic Compass

    Using the Electronic Compass course. Course Deviation Your 76CS Plus uses an electronic compass that func- Indicator Scale tions like a magnetic compass when you are station- Compass Page Showing the Course Pointer ary. However, when you are moving, it uses data from the GPS receiver to maintain your heading.

  • Page 62: Using The Marine Timer

    Your 76CS Plus will, however, use GPS specified time increments. As is common in sailboat information to track your heading if necessary. When...
  • Page 63 79 for more information. 3. Press the Rocker key Up or Down during the timing to quickly select a different length of time. 4. Press ENTER to stop timing. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 55 2/14/2005 3:33:35 PM...

  • Page 64: Highway Page

    Also see page 76 for informa- Zoom scale tion about customizing the layout of the page. Press Highway Page MENU to open the options menu to change the layout and data fields. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 56 2/14/2005 3:33:36 PM...

  • Page 65: Tide Prediction Station Page

    ENTER. left to right. The solid vertical lines represent 4-hour 4. The Tide Prediction Station page displays for increments; the dotted vertical lines represent 1-hour the tide station you selected. increments. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 57 2/14/2005 3:33:36 PM...
  • Page 66 To view the chart again, press High and Low MENU, highlight Show Chart, 3. To stop scrolling, press QUIT. Tide Page and press ENTER. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 58 2/14/2005 3:33:37 PM...

  • Page 67: Sun & Moon Page

    ENTER. The unit displays the sun and Press MENU, highlight Use Current Date, and press moon information for the location you selected. ENTER. To use your current location, press ENTER, highlight Current Location, and press ENTER. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 59 2/14/2005 3:33:37 PM...

  • Page 68: Marine Log

    ENTER. The entry’s details page opens. The date and time, and your track, speed, and 2. Highlight Map and press ENTER to view the position are recorded. location of this entry on a map. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 60 2/14/2005 3:33:37 PM...

  • Page 69: Satellite Page

    (Big Numbers or Small Numbers). You can also change the data fields. For an explanation of the data 2. Highlight the desired point type and press ENTER. fields, refer to page 100. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 61 2/14/2005 3:33:38 PM...

  • Page 70: Additional Features

    Main Menu that have not been discussed yet. eter. For more information about using the Altim- Press the MENU key twice to open the Main Menu. eter, refer to the FAQ section of the Garmin Web site: To view a particular page, highlight the page’s icon http://www.garmin.com/support/faqs/.

  • Page 71: Plotting Over Time Or Distance

    3. Press ENTER to return to the plot. The plot is evation over distance. You can view the changes in el- redrawn with your specified zoom ranges. evation over time: press MENU, highlight View Over Time, and press ENTER. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 63 2/14/2005 3:33:39 PM...

  • Page 72: Viewing Points

    Press MENU, select Altimeter Setup, and press ENTER to setup the altimeter. You can turn on Auto Crosshairs Calibration and enable a fixed or variable elevation Time, Date, and Pressure at for the Barometer Mode. Crosshairs 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 64 2/14/2005 3:33:40 PM...

  • Page 73: Setting The Timers

    Setting the Timers Setting Your Alarm Clock You can set various timers using the Timers Another feature of your 76CS Plus is that you page. To open the Timers page, press MENU can set it as a alarm clock. When the alarm...

  • Page 74: Using The Calendar

    Day view, but the entire month is visible. Sunrise ENTER to add the point to Calendar Page the calendar. and set times for the selected date are shown. in Week View 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 66 2/14/2005 3:33:41 PM...

  • Page 75: Setting Navigation And Sonar Alarms

    Arrival—sets an alarm to sound turn on the unit. when you are a specified distance or time away from a destination waypoint. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 67 2/14/2005 3:33:42 PM...

  • Page 76: Using The Calculator

    TOPWATCH Using the Calculator To use the stopwatch: 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. You can use your 76CS Plus as a regular or 2. Highlight Stopwatch and press ENTER. scientific calculator. 3. To start the stopwatch, To use the calculator: highlight Start.

  • Page 77: Viewing Hunt & Fish Information

    3. Press ENTER when finished. The unit displays the information for the date you entered. To use the current date again, press MENU, highlight Use Current Date, and press ENTER. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 69 2/14/2005 3:33:43 PM...

  • Page 78: Viewing Messages

    The Message Log displays a list of messages gener- 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. ated by your 76CS Plus. Use the Rocker key to scroll 2. Highlight Messages and press ENTER. through the entire list of messages on the Log. Use the Log Filter to display only the message types that you 3.

  • Page 79: Playing Games

    Playing Games Memory Race Memory Race is like playing the standard The 76CS Plus provides games as an enter- memory game with GPS; move around the tainment feature. Several of these games use field to discover what each card’s symbol is.

  • Page 80: Virtua Maze

    five minutes and the timer just a hammer displays momentarily. will count seconds by 10 instead of 2. Press ENTER again to turn off the cheat mode. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 72 2/14/2005 3:33:45 PM...

  • Page 81: Nibbons

    Turn to face the Be careful of the skulls. Gekoid and press ENTER 4. As you walk, your tail to fire. grows. Do not step on it, or you lose a life! 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 73 2/14/2005 3:33:46 PM...

  • Page 82: Beast Hunt

    Rocker key to point the arrow. Press or quit the game (or press the QUIT key). ENTER to shoot. Dragon Example Beast Hunt Arrow Board Safe Platform Slide Dragon Near Pit Near Pit and Dragon Near 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 74 2/14/2005 3:33:48 PM...

  • Page 83: Customizing Your 76Cs Plus

    To enable individual maps: Enabling Map Data 1. From the Map Information page, highlight a Turn on maps that are loaded on your 76CS Plus unit. Map Family and press ENTER. 2. To enable a map, highlight the box next to the...

  • Page 84: Changing The Page Layout And Data Fields

    6. Press QUIT to exit. 4. Select the desired option and press ENTER. The options vary between the four usage modes and the page you are setting up. Changing a Data Field 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 76 2/14/2005 3:33:49 PM...

  • Page 85: Adding A Welcome Message

    To clear all of the information you have entered, press Software Version—press MENU and ENTER to dis- MENU and then press ENTER. play the unit’s software version. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 77 2/14/2005 3:33:49 PM...

  • Page 86: Changing The Display

    Display Setup Display Mode—sets the display to Daytime, Night- time, or Auto display mode. Select Auto to automati- cally switch from day to night at sunset and change back at sunrise. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 78 2/14/2005 3:33:50 PM...

  • Page 87: Changing The Tones

    Setting up the Map Page The Tones Setup page allows you to custom- The Map Setup page allows you to adjust the ize the sounds your 76CS Plus makes. way items are displayed on the Map page. To change the tones: To change a map setup option: 1.

  • Page 88: Changing The Page Sequence

    4. To insert a new page in the order, highlight press MENU and then press ENTER. <Add Page>, and press ENTER. Select the page you want to add and press ENTER. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 80 2/14/2005 3:33:51 PM...

  • Page 89: Setting The Time

    Set Date, and press ENTER. You will then be and ENTER keys and turn on prompted to enter the current year. The 76CS Plus the unit. This will erase all user will use this information when gathering satellite data Restoring Defaults data, such as waypoints.

  • Page 90: Customizing The Routing Settings

    Customizing the Routing Settings Follow Road Options Off-Route Recalculation—determines whether the You can change the way the 76CS Plus gener- unit prompts you when it is recalculating (Prompted); ates routes and guides you to you destination announces the automatic recalculation (Automatic in Automotive mode.

  • Page 91: Changing The Location Settings

    WARNING: Selecting the wrong map datum can result in substantial position errors. When in doubt, use the default WGS 84 datum. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 83 2/14/2005 3:33:53 PM...

  • Page 92: Selecting A Different Heading

    True—provides headings based upon a true north reference. Grid—provides headings based on a grid north refer- ence (and is used in conjunction with the grid position formats). 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 84 2/14/2005 3:33:54 PM...

  • Page 93: Changing The Interface Format

    HANGING THE NTERFACE ORMAT Changing the Interface Format • GARMIN DGPS—used to connect the 76CS Plus with a Garmin DGPS beacon receiver. The Interface Setup page allow you to control the input/output format used when connect- • NMEA In/NMEA Out—supports the input/ ing your unit to external devices.
  • Page 94 Out format, you can control a differential beacon re- • Tuning—the unit is attempting to tune to the ceiver directly from your 76CS Plus. You can have the specified frequency and bit rate. unit automatically scan for the DGPS beacon signal, •...

  • Page 95: Nmea Output Setup

    NMEA Output Setup (Signal to Noise Ratio) and Distance fields show data. If you are going to interface the 76CS Plus with an- The SNR range is 0 dB to 30 dB, with 30 being the other piece of equipment (such as a radar or autopi- best.

  • Page 96: Appendix

    Interfaces: NMEA 0183 version 2.3 Resolution: 1 foot RTCM SC-104 (for DGPS corrections) Keypad: Nine multifunction backlit keys RS-232 and USB for PC interface Operating Temperature Range: 5 to 158°F (-15 to 70°C) 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 88 2/14/2005 3:33:55 PM...

  • Page 97: Important Battery Information

    5. Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capac- ity as the temperature decreases. Use lithium batteries when operating the unit in below-freezing conditions. Extensive use of screen backlighting, electronic compass, and audible tones significantly reduces battery life. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 89 2/14/2005 3:33:55 PM...

  • Page 98: Optional Accessories

    Battery Pack—rechargeable, NiMH, AA battery kit, U.S.A. receptacle. Several optional accessories are available to enhance the operation of the 76CS Plus. To obtain replacement Marine Mount Kit—allows installation on a boat. parts and optional accessories, contact your Garmin Bicycle Handlebar Mount Kit—allows installation Dealer, Garmin Product Support in the U.S.A.

  • Page 99: Installation Information

    Installation Information This section of the Appendix provides information on connecting the 76CS Plus to auxiliary devices and us- ing xImage. Data In: White Connecting the Power/Data Cable Power(+): Ground(-): The power/data cable connects the 76CS Plus to an Black 10–32 VDC system and provides interface capabilities...

  • Page 100: Connecting Your Unit To A Computer

    76CS Plus. When you initially cable to the USB connector on the back of the connect the 76CS Plus to a USB port, your computer 76CS Plus. Refer to the illustration on page 1. may prompt you to locate the destination of the driv- 2.

  • Page 101: Using Ximage For Waypoint Icons

    GPS (DGPS), NMEA 0183 version 3.01 (up to three PC and your 76CS Plus. You can download and save devices), and RTCM SC-104 input (version 2.0). screen shots of any screen displayed on your unit.

  • Page 102: Learning About Gps

    There are no subscription fees or setup charges to use coastal areas and on many navigable river systems. GPS. For more information, refer to the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com and also read the GPS Guide The DGPS system is available for use without a...

  • Page 103: What Is Waas

    Two master stations, located on either coast, col- lites alone. For this reason, when you enable WAAS lect data from the reference stations and create a GPS on your Garmin GPS receiver, the receiver automati- data correction message. cally uses the method that achieves the best accuracy.

  • Page 104: Map Datums And Position Formats

    Every chart has a map datum ref- topographic quadrangle maps. You can also select one erence, and the 76CS Plus can be set to match most of of several other grids, including a user-definable grid those commonly used.

  • Page 105: Loran Td Setup

    The LORAN TD (Time Delay) feature eases the tran- changes. Since the 76CS Plus does not rely on the sition from using LORAN to using GPS. The unit au- LORAN signal for navigation, it can reference a dif-...
  • Page 106 If the active GRI Chain, secondary stations, or offsets For more information, read our LORAN TD Position have been changed since the waypoint was created, Format Handbook, available at the Garmin Web site, the waypoint will now reference the active GRI chain http://www.garmin.com/support/userManual.jsp.

  • Page 107: Messages

    Route Waypoint Memory Full: No additional route waypoints can be saved. Database Error: Internal problem with the unit. Contact your dealer or Garmin Product Support to have the unit repaired. Shallow Water: The water is shallower than the depth of the Shallow Water Alarm.

  • Page 108: Data Field Options

    Speed - Maximum: The maximum speed the unit has moved Distance to Next: The distance to the next point on a route. since last reset. Displayed as Max Speed. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 100 2/14/2005 3:33:59 PM...
  • Page 109 Waypoint at Next: The next waypoint in your route. Dis- as Moving Time. played as Next. Trip Time - Stopped: The length of time your vehicle has been stopped, since the Trip Computer was reset. Displayed as Stopped. 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 101 2/14/2005 3:33:59 PM...

  • Page 110: Safety And Product Information

    Use this area to record the serial number (8-digit number BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOW- located on the back of the box) in case your 76CS Plus ING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ is lost, stolen, or needs service. Keep your original sales THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY.

  • Page 111: Limited Warranty

    RODUCT NFORMATION Limited Warranty Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE...

  • Page 112: Fcc Compliance

    FCC Compliance • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. The 76CS Plus complies with Part 15 of the FCC interference • Increase the separation between the equipment and the limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE receiver.

  • Page 113: Safety Information

    WARNING: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is oper- ated by the United States government, which is solely respon- CAUTION: Use the 76CS Plus at your own risk. To reduce sible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system is subject the risk of unsafe operation, carefully review and understand to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all aspects of this Owner’s Manual—and thoroughly practice...
  • Page 114 The driver of a vehicle the vehicle owner’s manual. equipped with a 76CS Plus must pay full attention to operation Do not mount the unit in a place where the driver or passen- of the vehicle and road conditions while the vehicle is in mo- gers are likely to impact it in a collision.

  • Page 115: Index

    Delete Antenna 1 waypoints 24, 25, 26 Categories, Find Menu 16 route 33 Area Calculation 39 Customizing CDI 52. See Course Deviation track dog 38 AutoLocate 3 data fields 76 Indicator 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 107 2/14/2005 3:34:01 PM...
  • Page 116 & fish 69 Keypad 8 Getting Started 1 layout 78 Faster Time 82 Going to a Destination 41–42, messages 70 FCC 104 43–45, 46–47 navigation and sonar Land modes 46–47 Field 11 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 108 2/14/2005 3:34:02 PM...
  • Page 117 35 NMEA 85, 86, 87, 93 Powerboat Mode 10, 43–45 Military Time 81 Route Leg Transition 36 North Up 6, 48 icon 9 MOB 41, 43 RTCM 85, 86 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 109 2/14/2005 3:34:02 PM...
  • Page 118 Shorter Distance 82 TracBack 40 Show Map Data 75 WAAS 6, 77, 95 Track 37–40 Signal Strength 5 Waterproof vi, 88 legs 40 Simulator Mode 6, 14–15, 77 Waypoints 24–30, 94 76CS Plus Owner’s Manual 190-00507-00_0A.indd 110 2/14/2005 3:34:03 PM...
  • Page 119 190-00507-00_0A.indd 3 2/14/2005 3:34:03 PM...
  • Page 120 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 2005 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151 Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, U.S.A.

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