GPSMAP® 76CSx
mapping gps
owner’s manual
GPSMAP 76CSx shown with optional MapSource® data.
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August 2007
Part Number 190-00558-00 Rev.D
Printed in Taiwan
IntroductIon
Thank you for choosing the Garmin GPSMAP 76CSx.
Both use the proven performance of Garmin GPS
and full-featured mapping to create an unsurpassed
portable GPS receiver. Take a moment to compare the
contents of this package with the packing list on the
box. If any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin
dealer.
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Tips and Shortcuts
To quickly return to the Main Menu from any
page, press the MENU key twice.
To extend battery life, turn off the GPS when
not using the eTrex for navigation. Decrease
the level of the display’s backlight by quickly
pressing and releasing the POWER key.
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Product Registration
Help us better support you by completing our online
registration today! Connect to our Web site at
http://my.garmin.com. Keep the original sales receipt,
or a photocopy, in a safe place.
Contact Garmin
Contact Garmin if you have any questions while
using your unit. Contact Garmin Product Support by
phone: (913) 397-8200 or (800) 800-1020, Monday–
Friday, 8 AM–5 PM Central Time; or go to
www.garmin.com/support/ and click Product Support.
In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at +44 (0)
870.8501242 (outside the UK) or 0808 2380000
(within the UK).
Optional �ccessories
�ccessories
For a complete list of available accessories and maps
for use with the eTrex, refer to http://buy.garmin.com.
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table of contents
Introduction ........................................................i
Tips and Shortcuts ...............................................i
Product Registration ............................................i
Contact Garmin ....................................................i
Optional �ccessories ...........................................i
Operating the GPSM�P 76CSx..........................iii
Warnings .............................................................iv
Important Information ........................................iv
Getting Started ..................................................1
Unit Overview ......................................................1
Using the GPSM�P 76CSx Keypad....................3
Turning on the GPSM�P 76CSx .........................4
Initializing the GPS Receiver ..............................4
Basic Operation ................................................7
Creating and Using Waypoints ..........................7
Using the Find Menu .........................................11
Using Tracks ..................................................... 18
Creating a Route ............................................... 22
Main Pages ......................................................25
Satellite Page .................................................... 26
Map Page ........................................................... 26
Compass Page .................................................. 29
�ltimeter Page .................................................. 34
Trip Computer Page ......................................... 38
Main Menu .......................................................39
Tracks ................................................................ 39
Route Page ........................................................ 39
Highway Page ................................................... 39
Setup Menu ....................................................... 40
Proximity Waypoints ........................................ 48
Calendar ............................................................ 48
Calculator .......................................................... 48
Stopwatch ......................................................... 48
Sun and Moon ................................................... 48
Hunt & Fish ....................................................... 48
Games Menu ..................................................... 48
�ppendix .........................................................49
Specifications ................................................... 49
Interfacing ......................................................... 50
Connecting Your GPSM�P 76CSx to a
Computer ..................................................... 51
Software License �greement .......................... 55
Index ................................................................56
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Operating the GPSM�P 76CSx
Understanding Terms
Select—move the highlighted area on the screen up,
down, left, or right with the ROCKER key to select
individual fields.
Key—when you are directed to press a key, press and
quickly release the key.
Field—the location on a page where data or an option
can be shown or entered.
On-screen button—use the ROCKER key to select a
button, and press ENTER.
Scroll bar—when viewing a list of items too long to
appear on the screen, a scroll bar appears next to the
list. To scroll through a list, press up or down on the
ROCKER, or use the In and Out keys.
Default—the factory setting saved in the unit’s
memory. You can change the settings, and revert to
the factory settings when you select Restore Defaults.
Feld
Hghlghted
field
On-screen buttons
Manual Conventions
In this manual, when you are instructed to select
an item, small arrows (>) appear in the text. They
indicate that you should highlight a series of items on
the screen using the ROCKER, and press ENTER
after each item. For example, if you see “select
Service > Show Info,” you should highlight Service,
and press ENTER. Then highlight Show Info, and
press ENTER again.
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Warnings
Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous
situations could result in an accident or collision
resulting in death or serious injury.
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When navigating, carefully compare information
displayed on the unit to all available navigation sources,
including information from visual sightings, and maps.
For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions
before continuing navigation.
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Use the electronic chart in the unit only to facilitate,
not to replace, the use of authorized government charts.
Official government charts and notices to mariners
contain all information needed to navigate safely.
Use this unit only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt
to use the unit for any purpose requiring precise
measurement of direction, distance, location, or
topography.
WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or reproductive harm. This Notice is provided in accordance with California’s Proposition 65. See
www.garmin.com/prop65 for more information.
The California Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003 requires the recycling of certain electronics. For more information on
the applicability to this product, see www.erecycle.org.
Important Information
MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate
cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost. We use a combination of governmental and private data sources, which we
identify in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain some inaccurate
or incomplete data. In some countries, complete and accurate map information is either not available or is prohibitively expensive.
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Unit Overview
Internal
antenna
Interface keys
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�uxiliary GPS
�ntenna Connector
Battery compartment
cover
Battery compartment
locking D-ring
External Data/
�uxiliary Power Port
USB connector port
Carry lanyard
attachment slots
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Batteries, microSD Card, and Lanyard
The GPSMAP 76CSx operates on two AA batteries
(not included), which are located in the back of
the unit. You can use Alkaline, NiMH, or Lithium
batteries. See page 40 for information on setting the
battery type.
To install the batteries:
1. Remove the battery cover
by turning the D-ring 1/4
turn counter-clockwise and
pulling the cover loose.
2. Insert the batteries,
observing the proper
polarity.
3. Reinstall the battery cover.
Remove the batteries from your
unit when you do not expect to
use the unit for several months.
Stored data is not lost when
batteries are removed.
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To install the microSD card:
1. Remove the battery cover by turning the D-ring
1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pulling the cover
loose.
2. Locate the microSD card in the slot below the
batteries and press down on the top edge of the
card until you feel it click. Then gently allow the
card to release.
3. Press down again to install
the card, making certain
the card is fully in place
to prevent damage when
reinstalling the battery
cover.
To install the lanyard:
1. Place the loop of the
lanyard throught the slot at
the base of the unit.
2. Route the strap through
the loop, and pull tight.
mcroSD card slot
(wth mcroSD card n
poston for nserton)
Install the carry lanyard
n the slot at the bottom
of the unt
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