Geocaching; Quick Links; Downloading Geocaches - Garmin nuvi 500-series Quick Start Manual

Geocaching
Geocaching is a high-tech version of
treasure hunting. Geocachers seek
hidden treasures or "caches" using GPS
coordinates posted on the Internet. Using
your nuvi, you can navigate the woods
or urban streets to find the hiding spot of
the cache.
Quick Links
• Selecting a usage mode: page 5
• Entering coordinates: page 12
• Finding geographic points: page 12
• Finding a place using the map:
page 13
• Using TracBack: page 13
• Using the compass: page 22
nOvi 500 Series Owner's Manual
Geocaching
Downloading Geocaches
1. Go to www.geocaching.com.
2. Register for a free basic membership.
3. Search for a geocache. The nOvi
accepts *.GPX files.
4. Use a USB cable (not included) to
connect your nOvi to an available USB
port on your computer.
•
NOTE: In order to do~nload
geocaches to your nuvl, you must .
first download and install the Garmm
Communicator plug-in.
5. Click Send to GPS. Follow the
on-screen instructions.
• NOTE: You can also download
geocaches to the optional microSD
card. For more information, see
pages 16-18.
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