GPSMAP
®
78 series
owner’s manual
for use with the GPSMAP 78, GPSMAP
78S, and GPSMAP 78Sc
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Table of Contents
Getting Started..................... 1
Manual Conventions................... 1
Device Overview........................ 2
Battery Information..................... 3
Installing the Batteries................ 3
Turning the Device On or Off...... 3
Acquiring Satellite Signals.......... 4
Buttons....................................... 4
Navigating with Waypoints
and Routes........................... 6
Waypoints................................... 6
Routes........................................ 7
Additional Maps.......................... 9
Tracks................................. 10
About Tracks............................ 10
Navigating a Saved Track.........11
Using the Main Pages....... 12
Customizing the Data Fields.... 12
Restoring Default Page
Settings.................................. 12
Map.......................................... 12
Compass.................................. 14
Using the Compass.................. 15
Using Sight ‘N Go..................... 15
Elevation Plot........................... 16
Opening the Main Menu........... 17
Trip Computer........................... 18
Main Menu Features and
Settings.............................. 19
Geocaches............................... 19
Share Wirelessly...................... 19
Proximity Alarms....................... 20
Profile Change.......................... 20
Area Calculation....................... 20
Satellite..................................... 21
Additional Main Menu Tools...... 21
Customizing Your
Device................................. 23
Customizing Data Fields.......... 23
Data Field Options.................... 23
System Settings....................... 27
Display Settings........................ 28
Setting Up Tones...................... 28
Marine Settings........................ 28
Setting up Marine Alarms......... 29
Resetting Data.......................... 30
Changing the Page
Sequence............................... 30
Customizing the Unit
Settings.................................. 31
Time Settings............................ 31
Position Format Settings.......... 31
Altimeter Settings..................... 32
Geocache Settings................... 33
Routing Settings....................... 33
Fitness...................................... 34
Profiles..................................... 34
Appendix............................ 35
Registering Your Device........... 35
Updating the Software.............. 35
Viewing Important Device
Information............................. 35
Contacting Garmin Product
Support.................................. 35
Using the Backlight................... 36
Specifications........................... 36
Maximizing Battery Life............ 37
About the Batteries................... 38
Buying Optional Accessories.... 38
Using Optional Fitness
Accessories.............................. 39
Data Management.................... 40
Attaching the Wrist Strap.......... 43
Caring for the Device................ 44
Troubleshooting........................ 45
Index................................... 47
GPSMAP 78 Series Owner’s Manual	 
Getting Started
Getting Started
‹ warning
See the Important Safety and Product
Information guide in the product
box for product warnings and other
important information
When using your device the first time,
you should complete the following
tasks to set up the device and get to
know the basic features.
1.	 Install the batteries (page 3).
2.	 Turn on the device (page 3).
3.	 Acquire satellites (page 4).
4.	 Mark a waypoint (page 6).
5.	 Navigate a route (page 8).
6.	 Record a track (page 10)
7.	 Calibrate the compass (page 14).
Manual Conventions
When you are instructed to press
something, use the buttons on the unit.
Use the Rocker to select something
in a list, and then press ENTER. See
page 5.
The small arrows () used in the text
indicate that you should select a series
of items in order, for example, “Select
Delete  Yes.”
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Getting Started
Device Overview
Internal
antenna
Buttons
Display
Battery
compartment
Serial port
(under weather
cap)
mini-USB port
(under weather
cap)
microSD™
card slot
(under
batteries)
MCX connector for
external GPS antenna
(under weather cap)
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Getting Started
Battery Information
The device operates on two AA
batteries. Use alkaline, NiMH, or
lithium batteries. Use precharged
NiMH or lithium batteries for best
results (page 38).
Installing the Batteries
1.	 Slide the latch on the back of the
device, and remove the battery
cover.
2.	 Insert the batteries, observing
polarity.
3.	 Replace the battery cover.
For best results, after you install new
batteries, update the battery type in the
system settings (page 37).
Turning the Device On or
Off
	 Press and hold .
Setting Your Language
1.	 Turn on the unit.
2.	 Use the Rocker to select a
language.
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Getting Started
Acquiring Satellite
Signals
It may take 30 to 60 seconds to acquire
signals.
1.	 Go outdoors to an open area.
2.	 If necessary, turn on the device.
3.	 Wait while the device searches for
satellites.
A question mark flashes while the
device determines your location.
4.	 Quickly press to open the
backlight status page.
The GPS bars indicate satellite
strength. When the bars are green, the
device has acquired satellite signals.
Buttons
Button Description
FIND/MOB Press FIND to open the
search menu.
Press and hold MOB
(man overboard function)
to store your current
location as a waypoint
and begin navigation to
that point.
Press and hold to
turn the device on and
off.
Quickly press to
open the backlight status
page.
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Getting Started
QUIT Press QUIT to cancel
or return to the previous
menu or page.
PAGE Press PAGE to scroll
through the main pages
(page 12).
MENU Press MENU to open
the options menu for the
page that is currently
open.
Press MENU twice to
open the main menu
(from any page).
ENTER/
MARK
Press ENTER to select
options and acknowledge
messages.
Press and hold MARK
to save your current
location as a waypoint.
Rocker Press up, down, right,
and left to select menu
options and to move the
map cursor.
+ Press + to zoom in on
the map.
- Press - to zoom out on
the map.
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Navigating with Waypoints and Routes
Navigating with
Waypoints and Routes
Waypoints
Waypoints are locations you record and
store in the device.
Creating Waypoints
1.	 From any page, press and hold
MARK.
2.	 Select Done.
Navigating to a Waypoint Using
the Search Menu
You can use the search menu to quickly
find waypoints, tracks, routes, and
coordinates that you have saved.
1.	 From any page, press FIND.
2.	 Select Waypoints.
3.	 Select a waypoint.
4.	 Select Go.
Editing a Waypoint
Before you can edit a waypoint, you
must create a waypoint.
1.	 From the main menu, select
Waypoint Manager.
2.	 Select a waypoint.
3.	 Select an attribute (such as the
name or location).
4.	 Enter the new information.
5.	 Select Done.
Deleting a Waypoint
1.	 From the main menu, select
Waypoint Manager.
2.	 Select a waypoint.
3.	 Press Menu.
4.	 Select Delete.
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Navigating with Waypoints and Routes
Routes
A route is a sequence of waypoints
that leads you to your final destination.
Your device can store up to 50 routes
with up to 250 points each.
Creating a Route
1.	 From the main menu, select Route
Planner  Create Route  Select
First Point.
2.	 Select a category.
3.	 Select the first point in the route.
4.	 Select Use.
5.	 Select Select Next Point.
6.	 Repeat steps 2–5 until the route is
complete.
A route must contain at least two
points.
7. Press quit to save the route.
Editing the Name of a Route
1.	 From the main menu, select Route
Planner.
2.	 Select a route.
3.	 Select Change Name.
4.	 Enter the new name.
5.	 Select Done.
Editing a Route
1.	 From the main menu, select Route
Planner.
2.	 Select a route.
3.	 Select Edit Route.
4.	 Select a point.
5.	 Select an option:
Review—shows the point on
the map.
Move Down (or Up)—changes
the order of the point on the
route.
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Navigating with Waypoints and Routes
Insert—adds an additional
point on the route.
The additional point is inserted
before the point you are editing.
Remove—removes the point
from the route.
Viewing a Route on the Map
1.	 From the main menu, select Route
Planner.
2.	 Select a route.
3.	 Select View Map.
Deleting a Route
1.	 From the main menu, select Route
Planner.
2.	 Select a route.
3.	 Select Delete Route.
Navigating a Route
1.	 Press FIND.
2.	 Select Routes.
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3.	 Select a route.
4.	 Select Go.
Viewing the Active Route
1.	 From the main menu, select Active
Route.
2.	 Select a point in the route to view
additional details.
Stopping Navigation of a Route
1.	 From any page, press FIND.
2.	 Select Stop Navigation.
Navigating a Reverse Route
1.	 From the main menu, select Route
Planner.
2.	 Select a route.
3.	 Select Reverse Route.
4.	 Select the route again.
5.	 Select View Map.
6.	 Select Go.
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Navigating with Waypoints and Routes
Additional Maps
To purchase preloaded detailed map
data cards, go to http://buy.garmin.com
or contact your Garmin dealer.
Finding an Address with City
Navigator®
You can use optional City Navigator
maps to search for addresses, cities,
and other locations. The detailed maps
contain millions of points of interest,
such as restaurants, hotels, and auto
services.
1.	 Press FIND.
2.	 Select Addresses.
3.	 Enter the country.
4.	 Enter the city or postal code.
NOTE: Not all map data provides
postal code searching.
5.	 Select the city.
6.	 Enter the house number.
7.	 Enter the street.
8.	 Select Go.
Finding Marine Services with
BlueChart®
g2 Vision®
You can use optional BlueChart
g2 Vision data cards to view high-
resolution satellite imagery and aerial
reference photos of ports, harbors,
marinas, and other points of interest.
1.	 Press FIND.
2.	 Select Marine Services.
3.	 Select a category.
4.	 Select a destination.
5.	 Select Go.
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Tracks
Tracks
About Tracks
Your Garmin device records a track log
while you are moving. You can save
these tracks and navigate to them later.
You can view archived or loaded tracks
by selecting Track Manager from the
main menu.
Managing Track Log Recording
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Tracks  Track Log.
2.	 Select Record, Do Not Show or
Record, Show On Map.
	 If you select Record, Show On
Map, a line on the map indicates
your track.
3.	 Select Record Method.
4.	 Select an option:
Distance—records tracks at a
specified distance.
Time–records tracks at a
specified time.
Auto—records tracks at a
variable rate to create an
optimum representation of your
tracks.
5.	 Select Recording Interval.
6.	 Select an option to record tracks
more or less often.
	 NOTE: Using the Most Often
interval provides the most track
detail and fills up the device
memory quicker.
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Tracks
Viewing the Current Track
The track being recorded is called the
current track.
1.	 From the main menu, select Track
Manager  Current Track.
2.	 Select an option:
View Map—shows the current
track on the map.
Elevation Plot—shows the
elevation plot (page 16) for the
current track.
Saving the Current Track
1.	 From the main menu, select Track
Manager  Current Track.
2.	 Select what you want to save:
Save Track—saves the entire
active track.
Save Portion—allows you to
select a portion of the current
track to save.
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Clearing the Current Track
	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Reset  Clear Current Track 
Yes.
Deleting a Track
1.	 From the main menu, select Track
Manager.
2.	 Select a track.
3.	 Select Delete  Yes.
Navigating a Saved Track
You must record and save a track
(page 11) before you can navigate
using it.
1.	 Press FIND.
2.	 Select Tracks.
3.	 Select a saved track.
4.	 Select Go.
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Using the Main Pages
Using the Main Pages
The information needed to operate this
device is found on the following pages:
map, compass, main menu, and trip
computer.
Customizing the Data
Fields
You can customize the data fields that
appear on the main pages. For data
field descriptions, see page 23.
1.	 From a main page, press meNu.
2.	 Select Change Data Fields.
3.	 Select a data field.
4.	 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Restoring Default Page
Settings
1.	 From a main page, press meNu.
2.	 Select Restore Defaults.
3.	 Press enter.
Map
The position icon represents your
location on the map. As you travel,
the position icon moves and leaves a
track log (trail). Waypoint names and
symbols also appear on the map.
Changing the Map Orientation
1.	 From the map, press MENU.
2.	 Select Setup Map  Orientation.
3.	 Select an orientation:
Select North Up to show north
at the top of the page.
Select Track Up to show your
current direction of travel at the
top of the page.
Select Automotive Mode to
show a perspective view.
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Using the Main Pages
Measuring Distance
You can move the cursor around the
map to measure distance from the
current location.
1.	 From the map, press MENU.
2.	 Select Measure Distance.
The device automatically begins
measuring from your current
location.
3.	 Move the cursor to a point you
want to measure to.
The distance appears at the top of
the page.
4.	 Press quit to stop measuring.
Map Setup Options
From the map, press menu, and
select Setup Map.
Map Orientation—allows you to
select how the map is displayed
(page 12).
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Guidance Text—allows you to
select when to show guidance text
on the map.
Advanced Map Setup
Auto Zoom—automatically
selects the appropriate zoom
level for optimal use on your
map. When Off is selected, you
must zoom in or out manually.
Zoom Levels—map items
draw or appear at or below the
selected zoom level.
Text Size—allows you to select
the text size for map items.
Detail—allows you to select the
amount of map data displayed
on the device.
note: Higher detail settings
may cause the map to redraw
slowly.
Shaded Relief—shows detail relief
on the map (if available) or turns
off shading.
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Using the Main Pages
Map Information—allows you to
enable or disable the maps currently
loaded on the device. To purchase
additional maps, see page 38.
Compass
When navigating to a destination,
the bearing pointer points to your
destination, regardless of the direction
you are moving. When the bearing
pointer points toward the top of the
electronic compass, you are traveling
directly toward your destination. If
it points any other direction, turn
toward that direction until the arrow is
pointing toward the top of the compass.
• Calibrating the Compass
notice
Calibrate the electronic compass
outdoors. Do not stand near objects that
influence magnetic fields, such as cars,
buildings, or overhead power lines.
note: The three-axis compass is
available only with the GPSMAP 78S
and GPSMAP 78Sc.
You should calibrate the compass after
moving long distances, experiencing
temperature changes, or changing the
batteries.
1.	 From the compass, press MENU.
2.	 Select Calibrate Compass  Start.
3.	 Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Using the Main Pages
Using the Compass
You can use the compass to navigate an
active route.
1.	 Press page.
2.	 Hold the device level.
3.	 Follow the bearing pointer to
your destination.
Using Sight ‘N Go
NOTE: Sight ‘N Go is available only
with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP
78Sc.
You can point the device at an object in
the distance, such as a lighthouse, lock
in the direction, and then navigate to
the object.
1.	 From the main menu, select Sight
‘N Go.
2.	 Point the device at an object.
3.	 Select Lock Direction  Set
Course.
4.	 Use the compass to navigate to the
object.
Compass Setup Options
From the compass, press menu, and
select Setup Heading.
Display—shows the type of
directional heading on the compass:
Directional Letters—sets the
compass reading to directional
letters (N, S, E, W).
Numeric Degrees—sets the
compass reading to degrees
(0°–359°).
Mils—sets the compass reading
to mils (0 mils–6399 mils).
North Reference—sets the north
reference of the compass:
True—sets true north as the
heading reference.
Magnetic—automatically sets
the magnetic declination for
your location.
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Grid—sets grid north as the
heading reference (0°).
User—sets the magnetic
variation value.
Go To Line/Pointer—allows
you to select how the course is
displayed.
Bearing (Small/Large) indicates
the direction to your destination.
Course indicates your
relationship to a course line
leading to a destination.
Compass—allows you to switch
from an electronic compass to
a GPS compass when you are
traveling at a higher rate of speed
for a set period of time, or turns the
compass off.
Select To Begin—starts the
compass calibration (page 14).
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Elevation Plot
note: The elevation plot page is
available only with the GPSMAP 78S
and GPSMAP 78Sc.
Calibrating the Barometric
Altimeter
You can manually calibrate the
barometric altimeter if you know
the correct elevation or the correct
pressure.
1.	 From the elevation plot, press
menu.
2.	 Select Calibrate Altimeter.
3.	 Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Using the Main Pages
Elevation Plot Setup Options
From the elevation plot, press menu.
Change Plot Type—sets the type
of data shown on the elevation plot:
Elevation/Time—records
elevation changes over a period
of time.
Elevation/Distance—records
elevation changes over a
distance.
Barometric Pressure—records
barometric pressure over a
period of time.
Ambient Pressure—records
ambient pressure changes over a
period of time.
Adjust Zoom Ranges—adjusts
the zoom ranges shown on the
elevation plot page.
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Reset—resets the elevation plot
data:
Reset Trip Data—resets all
trip data.
Delete All Waypoints—deletes
all saved waypoints.
Clear Current Track—deletes
the track log.
Restore Defaults—restores the
device to factory settings.
Calibrate Altimeter—see page 16.
Opening the Main Menu
The main menu gives you access to
setup screens including waypoints,
tracks, and routes. See page 19 for
main menu settings pages.
From any page, press MENU
twice.
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Using the Main Pages
Trip Computer
The trip computer displays your current
speed, average speed, maximum
speed, trip odometer, and other helpful
statistics.
Trip Computer Setup Options
From the trip computer, press menu.
Reset—resets all the trip
computer values to zero. For
accurate information, reset the trip
information before beginning a trip.
Big Numbers—changes the size
of the numbers shown on the trip
computer page.
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Change Dashboard—changes the
theme and information displayed on
the dashboard.
note: Your customized settings
are remembered by the dashboard,
and will not be lost when you
change profiles (page 20).
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Main Menu Features and Settings
Main Menu Features
and Settings
Geocaches
Geocaching is a type of treasure
hunting, in which geocachers seek
hidden treasures using GPS coordinates
posted on the Internet by those hiding
the geocache.
Downloading Geocaches
1.	 Register your device (page 35).
2.	 Connect your device to your
computer (page 40).
3.	 Go to www.garmin.com/products
/communicator.
4.	 Download the Garmin
Communicator plug in.
5.	 Go to www.garmin.com/geocache.
6.	 Follow the on-screen instructions
to download geocaches to your
device.
Navigating to a Geocache
1.	 From the main menu, select
Geocaches.
2.	 Select Find a Geocache.
3.	 Select a geocache.
4.	 Select Go.
Share Wirelessly
note: The share wirelessly feature is
available only with the GPSMAP 78S
and GPSMAP 78Sc.
Your device can send or receive data
when connected to another compatible
device. You must be within 10 feet
(3 m) of the compatible Garmin device.
Sending and Receiving Data
1.	 From the main menu, select Share
Wirelessly.
2.	 Select Send or Receive.
3.	 Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Main Menu Features and Settings
Proximity Alarms
Proximity alarms alert you when you
are approaching a predetermined area.
Setting a Proximity Alarm
1.	 From the main menu, select
Proximity Alarms.
2.	 Select Create New.
3.	 Select a category.
4.	 Select a point.
5.	 Select Use.
6.	 Enter a radius.
7.	 Select Done.
Profile Change
When you are using a profile and you
change settings such as data fields,
units of measurement, or position
settings, they are saved automatically
as part of the profile you are using.
For more information about
customizing your profile, see page 34.
Setting a Profile
1.	 From the main menu, select Profile
Change.
Your current profile is indicated on
the page.
2.	 Select a profile.
Area Calculation
Calculating the Size of an Area
1.	 From the main menu, select Area
Calculation  Start.
2.	 Walk around the perimeter of the
area you want to calculate.
3.	 Select Calculate when finished.
After you calculate the area, you can
save the track to your device and
change the unit of measure.
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Main Menu Features and Settings
Satellite
The satellite page shows your current
location, GPS accuracy, satellite
locations, and signal strength.
Satellite Settings
From the satellite page, press menu.
Use With GPS On—allows you to
turn the GPS on and off.
Track Up—indicates whether
satellites are shown with rings
oriented with North toward the top
of the screen or oriented with your
current track toward the top of the
screen.
Single Color—allows you to
select whether the satellite page is
displayed in multicolor or single
color.
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Set Location On Map—allows
you to mark your current location
on the map. This option is available
only when you turn off GPS. You
can use this location to create routes
or search for saved locations.
AutoLocate®
Position—calculates
your GPS position using the
Garmin AutoLocate feature.
Additional Main Menu
Tools
Calendar—displays a calendar.
Calculator—displays a calculator.
Sun and Moon—displays sunrise
and sunset times along with the
moon phase.
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Main Menu Features and Settings
Alarm Clock—sets an audible
alarm. If you are not currently using
the device, you can set the device to
turn on at a specific time.
Hunt and Fish—displays the
predicted best dates and times for
hunting and fishing at your current
location.
Stopwatch—allows you to use a
timer, mark a lap, and time laps.
Waypoint Averaging—allows you
to refine a waypoint location with
multiple samples to achieve the
most-accurate location possible.
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Customizing Your Device
Customizing Your
Device
Customizing Data Fields
You can customize the data fields
displayed on each main page.
1.	 From a main page, press meNu.
2.	 Select Change Data Fields.
3.	 Select a data field.
4.	 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Data Field Options
** Available only with the
GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc.
Data Field Description
Accuracy of GPS The margin of error for
your exact location.
For example, your
GPS location is
accurate to within
+/- 12 feet.
Data Field Description
**Ambient
Pressure
The uncalibrated
environmental
pressure.
**Ascent -
Average
The average vertical
distance of ascent.
**Ascent -
Maximum
The maximum ascent
rate in feet/meters per
minute.
**Ascent - Total The total elevation
distance ascended.
**Barometer The calibrated current
pressure.
Battery Level The remaining battery
power.
Bearing The direction from your
current location to a
destination.
**Cadence
(cadence
accessory
required)
Revolutions of the
crank arm or strides
per minute.
Course The direction from your
starting location to a
destination.
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Customizing Your Device
Data Field Description
Depth The depth of the water.
Requires a connection
to a NMEA 0183
depth-capable device
to acquire data
(page 27).
**Descent
- Average
The average vertical
distance of descent.
**Descent
- Maximum
The maximum descent
rate in feet/meter per
minute.
**Descent - Total The total elevation
distance descended.
Distance to Dest. The distance to your
final destination.
Distance to Next The remaining
distance to the next
waypoint on the route.
Elevation The altitude of your
current location above
or below sea level.
**Elevation
- Maximum
The highest elevation
reached.
**Elevation
- Minimum
The lowest elevation
reached.
Data Field Description
ETA at Destination The estimated time of
day you will reach your
final destination.
ETA at Next The estimated time of
day you will reach the
next waypoint on the
route.
Glide Ratio The ratio of horizontal
distance traveled to
the change in vertical
distance.
Glide Ratio To
Dest.
The glide ratio required
to descend from
your current position
and elevation to the
destination elevation.
GPS Signal
Strength
The strength of the
GPS signal.
Heading The direction you are
moving.
**Heart Rate
(heart rate monitor
required)
Your heart rate in beats
per minute (bpm).
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Data Field Description
Location (lat/lon) Displays the current
position in the default
position format
regardless of the
selected settings. .
Location
(selected)
Displays the current
position in the selected
position format.
Odometer A running tally of
distance traveled for
all trips..
Off Course The distance to the left
or the right by which
you have strayed from
the original path of
travel.
Pointer The data field arrow
points in the direction
of the next waypoint
or turn.
Speed The current rate of
speed at which you
are moving since last
reset.
Data Field Description
Speed - Maximum The maximum speed
reached since last
reset.
Speed - Moving
Avg.
The average speed
of the device while
moving since last
reset.
Speed - Overall
Avg.
Your average speed
since last reset.
Sunrise The time of sunrise
based on your GPS
position.
Sunset The time of sunset
based on your GPS
position.
Temperature
- Water
The temperature of
the water. Requires a
connection to a NMEA
0183 temperature-
capable device to
acquire data (page 27).
Time of Day The current time of
day based on your
time settings (format,
time zone, and daylight
saving time).
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Data Field Description
Time to
Destination
The estimated time
needed to reach your
final destination.
Time to Next The estimated time
needed until you reach
the next waypoint on
the route.
To Course The direction in which
you must move to
return to the route.
Trip Odometer A running tally of the
distance traveled since
the last reset.
Trip Time - Moving A running tally of time
since the last reset.
Trip Time
- Stopped
The time spent not
moving since the last
reset.
Trip Time - Total A running tally of
distance traveled since
the last reset.
Data Field Description
Turn The angle of difference
(in degrees) between
the bearing to your
destination and your
current course. L
means turn left. R
means turn right.
Velocity Made
Good
The speed at which
you are closing on a
destination along a
route.
Vert. Speed to
Dest.
The measurement of
your rate of ascent
or descent to a
predetermined altitude.
Vertical Speed Your rate of altitude
gain or loss over time.
Waypoint at Dest. The last point on
a route to your
destination.
Waypoint at Next The next point on your
route.
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Customizing Your Device
System Settings
From the main menu, select Setup 
System.
GPS—sets the GPS to Normal,
WAAS/EGNOS (Wide Area
Augmentation System/European
Geostationary Navigation Overlay
Service), or Demo Mode (GPS off).
For information about WAAS, go to
www.garmin.com/aboutGPS/waas
.html.
Language—sets the text language
on the device.
note: Changing the text language
does not change the language of
user-entered data or map data, such
as street names.
Battery Type—allows you to select
the type of battery you are using.
Interface—sets the format of the
serial interface:
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Garmin Serial—Garmin
proprietary format used to
exchange waypoint, route, and
track data with a computer.
NMEA In/Out—provides
standard NMEA 0183 output
and input.
Text Out—provides simple
ASCII text output of location
and velocity information.
RTCM Radio Technical
Commission for Maritime
Services—allows the device
to accept DGPS Differential
Global Positioning System
information from a device
supplying RTCM data in an
SC-104 format.
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Display Settings
From the main menu, select Setup 
Display.
Backlight Timeout—see page 37.
Battery Save—see page 37.
Colors—sets the colors used on the
device screens.
Main, Setup, Find Style—allows
you to select how the main menu,
setup menu, and search menu
appear.
Screen Capture—allows you to
take screen captures on the device.
Setting Up Tones
Your Garmin device allows you to
customize the key tones, message
beeps, or turn off tones.
From the main menu, select Setup
 Tones.
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Marine Settings
From the main menu, select Setup 
Marine.
Marine Chart Mode—allows you
to select a nautical chart or a fishing
chart:
Nautical—displays various map
features in different colors so
that the marine POIs are more
readable. The nautical chart
reflects the drawing scheme of
paper charts.
Fishing—displays a detailed
view of bottom contours and
depth soundings. The Fishing
chart uses detailed bathymetric
data on a preprogrammed
BlueChart g2 Vision data card,
and is best for offshore deep-sea
fishing.
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Spot Soundings—allows you to
turn spot soundings on and set
dangerous depths.
Light Sectors—displays the sector
in which a navigational light is
visible. You can select On to show
light sectors at all times, or you can
select Auto to allow the chartplotter
to automatically filter out light
sectors depending on the zoom
level.
Symbol Set—allows you to show
NOAA or IALA symbols on the
map.
Marine Alarm Setup—sets the
anchor drag alarm, off course
alarm, deep water alarm, and
shallow water alarm.
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Setting up Marine Alarms
Setting the Anchor Drag Alarm
You can set an alarm to sound when
you exceed a specified drift distance
while anchored.
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Marine Settings.
2.	 Select Anchor Drag Alarm  On.
3.	 Enter a distance.
4.	 Select Done.
Setting the Off Course Alarm
You can set an alarm to sound when
you are off course by a specified
distance.
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Marine Settings.
2.	 Select Off Course Alarm  On.
3.	 Enter a distance.
4.	 Select Done.
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Setting the Deep Water or
Shallow Water Alarm
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Marine Settings.
2.	 Select Shallow Water  On to set
an alarm to sound when the depth is
less than the specified value.
3.	 Enter the depth that triggers the
shallow water alarm.
4.	 Select Done.
5.	 Select Deep Water  On to set an
alarm to sound when the depth is
greater than the specified value.
6.	 Enter the depth that triggers the
deep water alarm.
7.	 Select Done.
Resetting Data
You can reset trip data, delete all
waypoints, clear the current track, or
restore default values.
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Reset.
2.	 Select an item to reset.
Changing the Page
Sequence
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Page Sequence.
2.	 Select a page.
3.	 Select Move.
4.	 Move the page up or down the list.
5.	 Press Enter.
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Adding a Page
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Page Sequence.
2.	 Select Add Page.
3.	 Select a page to add.
Removing a Page
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Page Sequence.
2.	 Select a page.
3.	 Select Remove.
4.	 Press Enter.
Customizing the Unit
Settings
You can customize units of measure for
distance and speed, elevation, depth,
temperature, and pressure.
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Units.
2.	 Select a setting.
3.	 Select a unit for the setting.
4.	 Repeat steps 2–3 for each setting
you want to customize.
Time Settings
From the main menu, select Setup 
Time.
Time Format—allows you to
select a 12-hour or a 24-hour
display time.
Time Zone—allows you to select
the time zone for the device. You
can select Automatic to set the
time zone automatically based on
your GPS position.
Position Format Settings
Note: Do not change the position
format or the map datum coordinate
system unless you are using a map or
chart that specifies a different position
format.
From the main menu, select Setup 
Position Format.
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Position Format—sets the position
format in which a given location
reading appears.
Map Datum—sets the coordinate
system on which the map is
structured.
Map Spheroid—shows the
coordinate system the device is
using. The default coordinate
system is WGS 84.
Altimeter Settings
From the main menu, select Setup 
Altimeter.
Auto Calibration—the altimeter
to self-calibrates each time you turn
the device on.
Barometer Mode
Variable Elevation—the
barometer functions while you
are moving.
Fixed Elevation—the
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barometer functions while you
are stationary.
Pressure Trending
Save When Power On—
records pressure data only when
the device is turned on. This
can be useful when you are
watching for pressure fronts.
Save Always—records pressure
data every 15 minutes, even
when the device is turned off.
Plot Type
Elevation/Time—records
elevation changes over a period
of time.
Elevation/Distance—records
elevation changes over a
distance.
Barometric Pressure—records
barometric pressure over a
period of time.
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Ambient Pressure—records
ambient pressure changes over a
period of time.
Geocache Settings
From the main menu, select Setup 
Geocaches.
Geocache List—allows you to
show the geocache list by names
or codes.
Found Geocaches—allows you
to enter the number of geocaches
found.
Routing Settings
From the main menu, select Setup 
Routing.
Guidance Method—allows you
to select a guidance method for
calculating your route.
Off Road—calculates point-to-
point routes.
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On Road For Time—calculates
on-road routes that require
minimal time to drive.
On Road For Distance—
calculates on-road routes that
are shorter in distance.
Calculates Routes for—allows you
to select a transportation method in
order to optimize your route.
Lock On Road—locks the current
location marker on the nearest road,
compensating for variances in map
position accuracy (requires routable
maps).
Off Road Transitions
Auto—automatically routes you
to the next point.
Manual—allows you to select
the next point on the route by
using the point on the active
route page.
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Distance—routes you to the
next point on the route when
you are within a specified
distance of your current point.
Avoidance Setup—allows you to
select the road type you want to
avoid.
Fitness
For more information on optional
fitness accessories, see page 39.
Profiles
Profiles are a collection of settings that
allow you to optimize your device from
one type of use to another, such as
moving from marine use to recreational
use.
You can select Marine, Recreational,
or save a custom profile for your
device.
To change profiles, see page 20.
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Saving a Custom Profile
You can customize your settings for
a particular activity or trip. After you
have made all the changes, you must
save them as a custom profile.
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Profiles.
2.	 Select Create New Profile  OK.
Editing a Profile Name
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Profiles.
2.	 Select a profile.
3.	 Select Edit Name.
4.	 Enter the new name.
5.	 Select Done.
Deleting a Profile
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Profiles.
2.	 Select a profile.
3.	 Select Delete.
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Appendix
Appendix
Registering Your Device
Help us better support you by
completing our online registration
today.
Go to http://my.garmin.com.
Keep the original sales receipt, or a
photocopy, in a safe place.
Updating the Software
You must connect the device to your
computer to update the software
(page 40).
1.	 Go to www.garmin.com
/products/webupdater.
2.	 Follow the on-screen instructions.
note: This does not erase any of your
data or settings.
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Viewing Important Device
Information
You can view the unit ID, software
version, and license agreement.
From the main menu, select Setup
 About.
Contacting Garmin
Product Support
You can contact Garmin Product
Support if you have any questions
about this product.
In the USA, go to www.garmin
.com/support, or contact Garmin
USA by phone at (913) 397.8200 or
(800) 800.1020.
In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe)
Ltd. by phone at 0808 2380000.
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In Europe, go to www.garmin.com
/support and click Contact
Support for in-country support
information, or contact Garmin
(Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0)
870.8501241.
Using the Backlight
The backlight is activated any time you
press a button. Alerts and messages
also activate the backlight.
NOTE: To change the backlight
settings, see page 37.
Press to turn on the backlight.
Specifications
Physical size
(W × H × D)
2.6 × 6.0 × 1.2 in.
(6.6 × 15.2 × 3.0 cm)
Weight 7.7 oz. (218.3 g) with
batteries
Display
(diagonal)
2.6 in. (66 mm)
• Resolution
(W × H)
160 × 240 pixels,
backlit 65K color TFT
display
Water
resistance
Fully gasketed,
floatable, high impact
plastic alloy, waterproof
to IEC 529-IPX-7
Data storage Approximately 1.7 GB
No memory battery is
required.
The GPSMAP 78S and
78Sc have a microSD
card slot for additional
data storage.
Computer
interface
USB and serial
Battery type Two AA batteries
(alkaline, NiMH, or
lithium)
See page 38.
Battery life Up to 20 hours, typical
usage
Operating
temperature
range
From 5°F to 158°F
(from -15 to 70°C)
See page 38.
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Radio
frequency/
protocol
2.4 GHz/ANT+ wireless
communications
protocol
GPS accuracy  33 ft. (10 m) 95%
typical use
GPS is subject to
accuracy degradation
to 100 m 2DRMS under
the U.S. DoD imposed
Selective Availability
(SA) Program when
activated.
DGPS From 10 to 16 ft. (from
3 to 5 m) 95% typical
(WAAS accuracy in
North America)
Altimeter The barometric
altimeter is available
only with the GPSMAP
78S and GPSMAP
78Sc.
Compass The three-axis
compass is available
only with the GPSMAP
78S and GPSMAP
78Sc.
Maximizing Battery Life
Using the Battery Save Option
Use the battery save option to save
battery power and prolong battery life.
	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Display  Battery Save  On.
Decreasing the Backlight
Extensive use of screen backlighting
can significantly reduce battery life.
You can adjust the backlight brightness
and decrease the backlight timeout to
maximize battery power.
1.	 Quickly press to open the
backlight status page.
2.	 Use the Rocker to adjust the
brightness.
Adjusting the Backlight
Timeout
	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Display  Backlight Timeout.
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About the Batteries
‹ warning
See the Important Safety and Product
Information guide in the product
box for product warnings and other
important information.
The temperature rating for the device
may exceed the usable range of some
batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture
at high temperatures. Alkaline batteries
lose a significant amount of their
capacity as temperature decreases. Use
lithium batteries when operating the
device in below-freezing conditions.
Selecting the Battery Type
1.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 System  Battery Type.
2.	 Select Alkaline, Lithium, or
Rechargeable NiMH.
Long-Term Storage
When you do not plan to use the
device for several months, remove the
batteries. Stored data is not lost when
batteries are removed.
Buying Optional
Accessories
Go to http://buy.garmin.com,
or contact your Garmin dealer
for information about optional
accessories, preloaded map data
cards, fitness accessories, and
replacement parts.
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Using Optional Fitness
Accessories
NOTE: The Fitness option is available
only with the GPSMAP 78S and
GPSMAP 78Sc.
Before you can use the fitness
accessory with your device, you must
install the accessory according to the
instructions that are included with the
accessory.
You can use optional fitness accessories
including a heart rate monitor or a
cadence sensor with your device.
These accessories use ANT+™
wireless
technology to send data to the device.
1.	 Bring the device within range (3 m)
of the ANT+ accessory.
2.	 From the main menu, select Setup
 Fitness.
3.	 Select an option:
Select Heart Rate Monitor 
On.
Select Bike Cadence Sensor
 On.
You can view heart rate and cadence
data by customizing your data fields
(page 23).
Tips for Pairing ANT+
Accessories with Your Garmin
Device
Verify that the ANT+ accessory
is compatible with your Garmin
device.
Before you pair the ANT+
accessory with your Garmin device,
move 10 m away from other ANT+
accessories.
Bring the Garmin device within
range (3 m) of the ANT+ accessory.
After you pair the first time, your
Garmin device automatically
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recognizes the ANT+ accessory
each time it is activated. This
process occurs automatically when
you turn on the Garmin device and
only takes a few seconds when
the accessories are activated and
functioning correctly.
When paired, your Garmin device
only receives data from your
accessory, and you can go near
other accessories.
Data Management
note: The device is not compatible
with Windows®
95, 98, Me, or NT. It is
also not compatible with Mac®
OS 10.3
and earlier.
File Types
The device supports the following file
types:
Files from BaseCamp™
or
HomePort™
. Go to www.garmin.
com.
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Garmin POI Loader.
Installing a microSD Card
You can purchase microSD memory
cards from an electronics supplier, or
purchase preloaded detailed map data
cards from your Garmin dealer. In
addition to map and data storage, the
memory cards can be used to store files
such as images, cartridges, geocaches,
routes, waypoints, and custom POIs.
1.	 Slide the latch on the back of the
device, and remove the battery
cover and the batteries.
2.	 Slide down and pull out the metal
cover.
3.	 Align the metal contacts, and place
the card in the slot.
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microSD card
slot
4.	 Push in and slide up the metal
cover.
5.	 Replace the batteries and the
battery cover.
Removing a microSD Card
1.	 Slide down and pull out the metal
cover.
2.	 Remove the card from the slot.
3.	 Push in and slide up the metal
cover.
4.	 Replace the batteries and the
battery cover.
Connecting the USB Cable
notice
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly
dry the mini-USB port, the weather
cap, and the surrounding area before
charging or connecting to a computer.
1.	 Connect the USB cable to a USB
port on your computer.
2.	 Pull up the weather cap from the
mini-USB port.
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Mini-USB
port under
weather cap
Serial port
under
weather cap
microSD
card slot
(inside battery
compartment)
3.	 Plug the small end of the USB
cable into the mini-USB port.
Your device and micro SD card
(optional) appear as removable
drives in My Computer on
Windows computers and as
mounted volumes on Mac
computers.
Transferring Files to Your
Computer
After you have connected the device
to your computer, you can copy and
paste files from your computer into the
device drives/volumes.
1.	 Browse your computer for the file.
2.	 Select the file.
3.	 Select Edit  Copy.
4.	 Open the “Garmin” or memory card
drive/volume.
5.	 Select Edit  Paste.
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Deleting Files
NOTICE
Your device memory contains
important system files and folders that
should not be deleted.
Before you can delete files, you must
connect the device to your computer
(page 40).
1.	 Open the “Garmin” drive or
volume.
2.	 If necessary, open a folder or
volume.
3.	 Select the files.
4.	 Press the Delete key on your
keyboard.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
1.	 Complete an action:
For Windows computers, click
the eject icon in your
system tray.
For Mac computers, drag the
volume icon to the Trash .
2.	 Disconnect the device from your
computer.
Attaching the Wrist Strap
1.	 Place
the
loop of
the wrist
strap through
the slot opening
at the bottom of the
device.
2.	 Route the strap through the loop
and pull it tight.
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Caring for the Device
NOTICE
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents
that can damage plastic components.
Cleaning the Device
1.	 Use a cloth dampened with a mild
detergent solution.
2.	 Wipe it dry.
Cleaning the Screen
1.	 Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.
2.	 If necessary, use water, isopropyl
alcohol, or eyeglass lens cleaner.
3.	 Apply the liquid to the cloth, and
gently wipe the screen with the
cloth.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
The screen or buttons do
not respond. How do I
reset the device?
1.	 Remove the batteries.
2.	 Reinstall the batteries.
Note: This does not erase any of your data or settings.
I want to reset all the
customized settings
back to the factory
defaults.
From the main menu, select Setup  Reset  Restore Defaults.
My device does not
acquire satellite signals.
1.	 Take your device out of parking garages and away from tall
buildings and trees.
2.	 Turn on the device.
3.	 Remain stationary for several minutes.
The batteries do not last
long.
Decrease the backlight settings (page 37).
How do I know my
device is in USB mass
storage mode?
On the device, a screen appears showing the Garmin logo and
the USB symbol. On your computer, you should see a new
removable disk drive in My Computer on Windows computers
and a mounted volume on Mac computers.
My device is connected
to the computer, but it
will not go into mass
storage mode.
You may have loaded a corrupted file.
1.	 Disconnect the device from your computer.
2.	 Turn off the device.
3.	 Press and hold the Rocker while you connect the device to
your computer.
	 Continue pressing the Rocker for 10 seconds or until the
device goes into mass storage mode.
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Problem Solution
I cannot see any new
removable drives in my
list of drives.
If you have several network drives mapped on your computer,
Windows may have trouble assigning drive letters to your
Garmin drives. See the Help file for your operating system to
learn how to assign drive letters.
I need replacement parts
or accessories.
Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer.
I want to buy an external
GPS antenna.
Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer.
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Index
Index
A
accessories  38, 46
fitness  39
microSD card  39
acquiring satellite
signals  45
active route  8
alarms
marine  29
proximity  20
time  22
altimeter
calibrating  16
plot type  32
settings  32
ANT+ accessories  39
area calculation  20
AutoLocate  21
B
backlight  4, 36, 37
BaseCamp  40
batteries  23, 27, 36
about  38
information  3
installing  3
maximizing life  37
selecting the type  38
storage  38
warnings  38
beeps  28
buttons  4
C
calculator  21
calendar  21
calibrating
altimeter  16
compass  16
caring for the device  44
long-term storage  38
compass
calibrating  14
navigating  14
setup options  15
connecting
USB cable  41
wireless accessories  39
wirelessly  19
creating
routes  7
waypoints  6
customizing
data fields  12
device settings  27–34
profiles  34
D
dashboard
change  18
data fields  12
options  23
data storage  36
deleting
files  43
profiles  34
routes  8
tracks  11
waypoints  6
display
backlight  36
backlight timeout  28
screen capture  28
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settings  28
display settings
backlight  37
downloading
software  35
E
editing
profiles  34
routes  7
waypoints  6
elevation plot  11, 16
barometric altimeter  16
reset  17
setup  16
ENTER button  5
external antenna  2
F
FIND button  4, 6, 8, 9, 11
fitness options  39
G
Garmin Product
Support  35
geocaches  19, 33
downloading  19
navigating  19
settings  32
GPS signals  4, 21, 23, 24,
37, 45
system settings  27
turning off GPS  21
H
HomePort  40
hunting and fishing
times  22
L
language  3, 27
M
main menu
settings  19
man overboard  4
map  12
changing
orientation  12
datum  32
detail  13
information  14
measuring distance  13
setup options  13
showing tracks  11
viewing routes  8
map datum coordinate
system  31
marine settings  28–29
MARK button  5
MCX connector  2
measuring
area  20
distance  13
MENU button  5, 12, 17, 23
microSD card  36, 39–41
MOB button  4
moonphase  21
N
navigating
compass  14
routes  8
to geocaches  19
to waypoints  6
tracks  11
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Index
P
PAGE button  5
pages
adding a page  31
removing  31
sequence  30
position format  31
power button  3, 4, 36, 37
profiles  20
change  20
creating  34
setting  20
proximity alarms  20
Q
QUIT button  5
R
recording
tracks  10
registering your device  35
reset
current track  30
data  30
defaults  30
trip data  30
waypoints  30
restoring default
settings  12
Rocker  5
routes
active route  8
avoidance  34
creating  7
deleting  8
editing  7
editing name  7
guidance method  33
navigating  8
settings  33
S
satellite signals  4, 21, 23,
24, 37, 45
AutoLocate  21
system settings  27
turning off GPS  21
saving
tracks  11
search menu  4, 6
Sight ‘N Go  15
software
updating  35
version  35
specifications  36
stopwatch  22
sun and moon times  21
system settings  27
T
time
alarms  22
data fields  25
settings  31
stopwatch  22
sunrise and sunset  21,
25
zone  31
times
hunting and fishing  22
tones  28
tracks
about  10
clearing current  11
deleting  11
navigating  11
Index
50	 GPSMAP 78 Series Owner’s Manual
recording  10
saving  11
viewing  10
transferring files  42
using USB  42
wirelessly  19
trip computer  18
troubleshooting  45
U
unit ID  35
updating
software  35
USB cable  45
connecting  41
disconnecting  43
W
waypoints
averaging  22
creating  6
deleting  6
editting  6
navigating to  6
wrist strap  43
Z
zooming  5, 13
zoom ranges  17
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April 2010	 Part Number 190-01165-00 Rev. C	 Printed in Taiwan

Alam Survey - Jual GPS Garmin 78S, 72H, 62s - 082119696710

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    GPSMAP ® 78 series owner’s manual foruse with the GPSMAP 78, GPSMAP 78S, and GPSMAP 78Sc
  • 2.
    All rights reserved.Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded or stored in any storage medium, for any purpose without the express prior written consent of Garmin. Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed and to print one copy of this manual or of any revision hereto, provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual must contain the complete text of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or any revision hereto is strictly prohibited. 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 Garmin products. Garmin® , BlueChart® , g2 Vision® , City Navigator® , and GPSMAP® are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in the USA and other countries. HomePort™ , BaseCamp™ , ANT™ , and ANT+™ are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin. Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Mac® is a registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. microSD™ is a trademark of SanDisk or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. © 2010 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA Tel. (913) 397.8200 or (800) 800.1020 Fax (913) 397.8282 Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Liberty House, Hounsdown Business Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 9LR UK Tel. +44 (0) 870.8501241 (outside the UK) 0808 2380000 (within the UK) Fax +44 (0) 870.8501251 Garmin Corporation No. 68, Jangshu 2nd Road, Sijhih, Taipei County, Taiwan Tel. 886/2.2642.9199 Fax 886/2.2642.9099
  • 3.
    Table of Contents GettingStarted..................... 1 Manual Conventions................... 1 Device Overview........................ 2 Battery Information..................... 3 Installing the Batteries................ 3 Turning the Device On or Off...... 3 Acquiring Satellite Signals.......... 4 Buttons....................................... 4 Navigating with Waypoints and Routes........................... 6 Waypoints................................... 6 Routes........................................ 7 Additional Maps.......................... 9 Tracks................................. 10 About Tracks............................ 10 Navigating a Saved Track.........11 Using the Main Pages....... 12 Customizing the Data Fields.... 12 Restoring Default Page Settings.................................. 12 Map.......................................... 12 Compass.................................. 14 Using the Compass.................. 15 Using Sight ‘N Go..................... 15 Elevation Plot........................... 16 Opening the Main Menu........... 17 Trip Computer........................... 18 Main Menu Features and Settings.............................. 19 Geocaches............................... 19 Share Wirelessly...................... 19 Proximity Alarms....................... 20 Profile Change.......................... 20 Area Calculation....................... 20 Satellite..................................... 21 Additional Main Menu Tools...... 21
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    Customizing Your Device................................. 23 CustomizingData Fields.......... 23 Data Field Options.................... 23 System Settings....................... 27 Display Settings........................ 28 Setting Up Tones...................... 28 Marine Settings........................ 28 Setting up Marine Alarms......... 29 Resetting Data.......................... 30 Changing the Page Sequence............................... 30 Customizing the Unit Settings.................................. 31 Time Settings............................ 31 Position Format Settings.......... 31 Altimeter Settings..................... 32 Geocache Settings................... 33 Routing Settings....................... 33 Fitness...................................... 34 Profiles..................................... 34 Appendix............................ 35 Registering Your Device........... 35 Updating the Software.............. 35 Viewing Important Device Information............................. 35 Contacting Garmin Product Support.................................. 35 Using the Backlight................... 36 Specifications........................... 36 Maximizing Battery Life............ 37 About the Batteries................... 38 Buying Optional Accessories.... 38 Using Optional Fitness Accessories.............................. 39 Data Management.................... 40 Attaching the Wrist Strap.......... 43 Caring for the Device................ 44 Troubleshooting........................ 45 Index................................... 47
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual Getting Started Getting Started ‹ warning See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information When using your device the first time, you should complete the following tasks to set up the device and get to know the basic features. 1. Install the batteries (page 3). 2. Turn on the device (page 3). 3. Acquire satellites (page 4). 4. Mark a waypoint (page 6). 5. Navigate a route (page 8). 6. Record a track (page 10) 7. Calibrate the compass (page 14). Manual Conventions When you are instructed to press something, use the buttons on the unit. Use the Rocker to select something in a list, and then press ENTER. See page 5. The small arrows () used in the text indicate that you should select a series of items in order, for example, “Select Delete Yes.”
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual Getting Started Device Overview Internal antenna Buttons Display Battery compartment Serial port (under weather cap) mini-USB port (under weather cap) microSD™ card slot (under batteries) MCX connector for external GPS antenna (under weather cap)
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual Getting Started Battery Information The device operates on two AA batteries. Use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries. Use precharged NiMH or lithium batteries for best results (page 38). Installing the Batteries 1. Slide the latch on the back of the device, and remove the battery cover. 2. Insert the batteries, observing polarity. 3. Replace the battery cover. For best results, after you install new batteries, update the battery type in the system settings (page 37). Turning the Device On or Off Press and hold . Setting Your Language 1. Turn on the unit. 2. Use the Rocker to select a language.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual Getting Started Acquiring Satellite Signals It may take 30 to 60 seconds to acquire signals. 1. Go outdoors to an open area. 2. If necessary, turn on the device. 3. Wait while the device searches for satellites. A question mark flashes while the device determines your location. 4. Quickly press to open the backlight status page. The GPS bars indicate satellite strength. When the bars are green, the device has acquired satellite signals. Buttons Button Description FIND/MOB Press FIND to open the search menu. Press and hold MOB (man overboard function) to store your current location as a waypoint and begin navigation to that point. Press and hold to turn the device on and off. Quickly press to open the backlight status page.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual Getting Started QUIT Press QUIT to cancel or return to the previous menu or page. PAGE Press PAGE to scroll through the main pages (page 12). MENU Press MENU to open the options menu for the page that is currently open. Press MENU twice to open the main menu (from any page). ENTER/ MARK Press ENTER to select options and acknowledge messages. Press and hold MARK to save your current location as a waypoint. Rocker Press up, down, right, and left to select menu options and to move the map cursor. + Press + to zoom in on the map. - Press - to zoom out on the map.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual Navigating with Waypoints and Routes Navigating with Waypoints and Routes Waypoints Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device. Creating Waypoints 1. From any page, press and hold MARK. 2. Select Done. Navigating to a Waypoint Using the Search Menu You can use the search menu to quickly find waypoints, tracks, routes, and coordinates that you have saved. 1. From any page, press FIND. 2. Select Waypoints. 3. Select a waypoint. 4. Select Go. Editing a Waypoint Before you can edit a waypoint, you must create a waypoint. 1. From the main menu, select Waypoint Manager. 2. Select a waypoint. 3. Select an attribute (such as the name or location). 4. Enter the new information. 5. Select Done. Deleting a Waypoint 1. From the main menu, select Waypoint Manager. 2. Select a waypoint. 3. Press Menu. 4. Select Delete.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual Navigating with Waypoints and Routes Routes A route is a sequence of waypoints that leads you to your final destination. Your device can store up to 50 routes with up to 250 points each. Creating a Route 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner Create Route Select First Point. 2. Select a category. 3. Select the first point in the route. 4. Select Use. 5. Select Select Next Point. 6. Repeat steps 2–5 until the route is complete. A route must contain at least two points. 7. Press quit to save the route. Editing the Name of a Route 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Change Name. 4. Enter the new name. 5. Select Done. Editing a Route 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Edit Route. 4. Select a point. 5. Select an option: Review—shows the point on the map. Move Down (or Up)—changes the order of the point on the route. • •
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual Navigating with Waypoints and Routes Insert—adds an additional point on the route. The additional point is inserted before the point you are editing. Remove—removes the point from the route. Viewing a Route on the Map 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select View Map. Deleting a Route 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Delete Route. Navigating a Route 1. Press FIND. 2. Select Routes. • • 3. Select a route. 4. Select Go. Viewing the Active Route 1. From the main menu, select Active Route. 2. Select a point in the route to view additional details. Stopping Navigation of a Route 1. From any page, press FIND. 2. Select Stop Navigation. Navigating a Reverse Route 1. From the main menu, select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Reverse Route. 4. Select the route again. 5. Select View Map. 6. Select Go.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual Navigating with Waypoints and Routes Additional Maps To purchase preloaded detailed map data cards, go to http://buy.garmin.com or contact your Garmin dealer. Finding an Address with City Navigator® You can use optional City Navigator maps to search for addresses, cities, and other locations. The detailed maps contain millions of points of interest, such as restaurants, hotels, and auto services. 1. Press FIND. 2. Select Addresses. 3. Enter the country. 4. Enter the city or postal code. NOTE: Not all map data provides postal code searching. 5. Select the city. 6. Enter the house number. 7. Enter the street. 8. Select Go. Finding Marine Services with BlueChart® g2 Vision® You can use optional BlueChart g2 Vision data cards to view high- resolution satellite imagery and aerial reference photos of ports, harbors, marinas, and other points of interest. 1. Press FIND. 2. Select Marine Services. 3. Select a category. 4. Select a destination. 5. Select Go.
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    10 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Tracks Tracks About Tracks Your Garmin device records a track log while you are moving. You can save these tracks and navigate to them later. You can view archived or loaded tracks by selecting Track Manager from the main menu. Managing Track Log Recording 1. From the main menu, select Setup Tracks Track Log. 2. Select Record, Do Not Show or Record, Show On Map. If you select Record, Show On Map, a line on the map indicates your track. 3. Select Record Method. 4. Select an option: Distance—records tracks at a specified distance. Time–records tracks at a specified time. Auto—records tracks at a variable rate to create an optimum representation of your tracks. 5. Select Recording Interval. 6. Select an option to record tracks more or less often. NOTE: Using the Most Often interval provides the most track detail and fills up the device memory quicker. • • •
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 11 Tracks Viewing the Current Track The track being recorded is called the current track. 1. From the main menu, select Track Manager Current Track. 2. Select an option: View Map—shows the current track on the map. Elevation Plot—shows the elevation plot (page 16) for the current track. Saving the Current Track 1. From the main menu, select Track Manager Current Track. 2. Select what you want to save: Save Track—saves the entire active track. Save Portion—allows you to select a portion of the current track to save. • • • • Clearing the Current Track From the main menu, select Setup Reset Clear Current Track Yes. Deleting a Track 1. From the main menu, select Track Manager. 2. Select a track. 3. Select Delete Yes. Navigating a Saved Track You must record and save a track (page 11) before you can navigate using it. 1. Press FIND. 2. Select Tracks. 3. Select a saved track. 4. Select Go.
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    12 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Using the Main Pages Using the Main Pages The information needed to operate this device is found on the following pages: map, compass, main menu, and trip computer. Customizing the Data Fields You can customize the data fields that appear on the main pages. For data field descriptions, see page 23. 1. From a main page, press meNu. 2. Select Change Data Fields. 3. Select a data field. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Restoring Default Page Settings 1. From a main page, press meNu. 2. Select Restore Defaults. 3. Press enter. Map The position icon represents your location on the map. As you travel, the position icon moves and leaves a track log (trail). Waypoint names and symbols also appear on the map. Changing the Map Orientation 1. From the map, press MENU. 2. Select Setup Map Orientation. 3. Select an orientation: Select North Up to show north at the top of the page. Select Track Up to show your current direction of travel at the top of the page. Select Automotive Mode to show a perspective view. • • •
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 13 Using the Main Pages Measuring Distance You can move the cursor around the map to measure distance from the current location. 1. From the map, press MENU. 2. Select Measure Distance. The device automatically begins measuring from your current location. 3. Move the cursor to a point you want to measure to. The distance appears at the top of the page. 4. Press quit to stop measuring. Map Setup Options From the map, press menu, and select Setup Map. Map Orientation—allows you to select how the map is displayed (page 12). • Guidance Text—allows you to select when to show guidance text on the map. Advanced Map Setup Auto Zoom—automatically selects the appropriate zoom level for optimal use on your map. When Off is selected, you must zoom in or out manually. Zoom Levels—map items draw or appear at or below the selected zoom level. Text Size—allows you to select the text size for map items. Detail—allows you to select the amount of map data displayed on the device. note: Higher detail settings may cause the map to redraw slowly. Shaded Relief—shows detail relief on the map (if available) or turns off shading. • • ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ •
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    14 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Using the Main Pages Map Information—allows you to enable or disable the maps currently loaded on the device. To purchase additional maps, see page 38. Compass When navigating to a destination, the bearing pointer points to your destination, regardless of the direction you are moving. When the bearing pointer points toward the top of the electronic compass, you are traveling directly toward your destination. If it points any other direction, turn toward that direction until the arrow is pointing toward the top of the compass. • Calibrating the Compass notice Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. Do not stand near objects that influence magnetic fields, such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines. note: The three-axis compass is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. You should calibrate the compass after moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes, or changing the batteries. 1. From the compass, press MENU. 2. Select Calibrate Compass Start. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 15 Using the Main Pages Using the Compass You can use the compass to navigate an active route. 1. Press page. 2. Hold the device level. 3. Follow the bearing pointer to your destination. Using Sight ‘N Go NOTE: Sight ‘N Go is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. You can point the device at an object in the distance, such as a lighthouse, lock in the direction, and then navigate to the object. 1. From the main menu, select Sight ‘N Go. 2. Point the device at an object. 3. Select Lock Direction Set Course. 4. Use the compass to navigate to the object. Compass Setup Options From the compass, press menu, and select Setup Heading. Display—shows the type of directional heading on the compass: Directional Letters—sets the compass reading to directional letters (N, S, E, W). Numeric Degrees—sets the compass reading to degrees (0°–359°). Mils—sets the compass reading to mils (0 mils–6399 mils). North Reference—sets the north reference of the compass: True—sets true north as the heading reference. Magnetic—automatically sets the magnetic declination for your location. • ◦ ◦ ◦ • ◦ ◦
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    16 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Using the Main Pages Grid—sets grid north as the heading reference (0°). User—sets the magnetic variation value. Go To Line/Pointer—allows you to select how the course is displayed. Bearing (Small/Large) indicates the direction to your destination. Course indicates your relationship to a course line leading to a destination. Compass—allows you to switch from an electronic compass to a GPS compass when you are traveling at a higher rate of speed for a set period of time, or turns the compass off. Select To Begin—starts the compass calibration (page 14). ◦ ◦ • ◦ ◦ • • Elevation Plot note: The elevation plot page is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know the correct elevation or the correct pressure. 1. From the elevation plot, press menu. 2. Select Calibrate Altimeter. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 17 Using the Main Pages Elevation Plot Setup Options From the elevation plot, press menu. Change Plot Type—sets the type of data shown on the elevation plot: Elevation/Time—records elevation changes over a period of time. Elevation/Distance—records elevation changes over a distance. Barometric Pressure—records barometric pressure over a period of time. Ambient Pressure—records ambient pressure changes over a period of time. Adjust Zoom Ranges—adjusts the zoom ranges shown on the elevation plot page. • ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ • Reset—resets the elevation plot data: Reset Trip Data—resets all trip data. Delete All Waypoints—deletes all saved waypoints. Clear Current Track—deletes the track log. Restore Defaults—restores the device to factory settings. Calibrate Altimeter—see page 16. Opening the Main Menu The main menu gives you access to setup screens including waypoints, tracks, and routes. See page 19 for main menu settings pages. From any page, press MENU twice. • ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦
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    18 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Using the Main Pages Trip Computer The trip computer displays your current speed, average speed, maximum speed, trip odometer, and other helpful statistics. Trip Computer Setup Options From the trip computer, press menu. Reset—resets all the trip computer values to zero. For accurate information, reset the trip information before beginning a trip. Big Numbers—changes the size of the numbers shown on the trip computer page. • • Change Dashboard—changes the theme and information displayed on the dashboard. note: Your customized settings are remembered by the dashboard, and will not be lost when you change profiles (page 20). •
  • 23.
    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 19 Main Menu Features and Settings Main Menu Features and Settings Geocaches Geocaching is a type of treasure hunting, in which geocachers seek hidden treasures using GPS coordinates posted on the Internet by those hiding the geocache. Downloading Geocaches 1. Register your device (page 35). 2. Connect your device to your computer (page 40). 3. Go to www.garmin.com/products /communicator. 4. Download the Garmin Communicator plug in. 5. Go to www.garmin.com/geocache. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to download geocaches to your device. Navigating to a Geocache 1. From the main menu, select Geocaches. 2. Select Find a Geocache. 3. Select a geocache. 4. Select Go. Share Wirelessly note: The share wirelessly feature is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Your device can send or receive data when connected to another compatible device. You must be within 10 feet (3 m) of the compatible Garmin device. Sending and Receiving Data 1. From the main menu, select Share Wirelessly. 2. Select Send or Receive. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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    20 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Main Menu Features and Settings Proximity Alarms Proximity alarms alert you when you are approaching a predetermined area. Setting a Proximity Alarm 1. From the main menu, select Proximity Alarms. 2. Select Create New. 3. Select a category. 4. Select a point. 5. Select Use. 6. Enter a radius. 7. Select Done. Profile Change When you are using a profile and you change settings such as data fields, units of measurement, or position settings, they are saved automatically as part of the profile you are using. For more information about customizing your profile, see page 34. Setting a Profile 1. From the main menu, select Profile Change. Your current profile is indicated on the page. 2. Select a profile. Area Calculation Calculating the Size of an Area 1. From the main menu, select Area Calculation Start. 2. Walk around the perimeter of the area you want to calculate. 3. Select Calculate when finished. After you calculate the area, you can save the track to your device and change the unit of measure.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 21 Main Menu Features and Settings Satellite The satellite page shows your current location, GPS accuracy, satellite locations, and signal strength. Satellite Settings From the satellite page, press menu. Use With GPS On—allows you to turn the GPS on and off. Track Up—indicates whether satellites are shown with rings oriented with North toward the top of the screen or oriented with your current track toward the top of the screen. Single Color—allows you to select whether the satellite page is displayed in multicolor or single color. • • • Set Location On Map—allows you to mark your current location on the map. This option is available only when you turn off GPS. You can use this location to create routes or search for saved locations. AutoLocate® Position—calculates your GPS position using the Garmin AutoLocate feature. Additional Main Menu Tools Calendar—displays a calendar. Calculator—displays a calculator. Sun and Moon—displays sunrise and sunset times along with the moon phase. • • • • •
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    22 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Main Menu Features and Settings Alarm Clock—sets an audible alarm. If you are not currently using the device, you can set the device to turn on at a specific time. Hunt and Fish—displays the predicted best dates and times for hunting and fishing at your current location. Stopwatch—allows you to use a timer, mark a lap, and time laps. Waypoint Averaging—allows you to refine a waypoint location with multiple samples to achieve the most-accurate location possible. • • • •
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 23 Customizing Your Device Customizing Your Device Customizing Data Fields You can customize the data fields displayed on each main page. 1. From a main page, press meNu. 2. Select Change Data Fields. 3. Select a data field. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Data Field Options ** Available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Data Field Description Accuracy of GPS The margin of error for your exact location. For example, your GPS location is accurate to within +/- 12 feet. Data Field Description **Ambient Pressure The uncalibrated environmental pressure. **Ascent - Average The average vertical distance of ascent. **Ascent - Maximum The maximum ascent rate in feet/meters per minute. **Ascent - Total The total elevation distance ascended. **Barometer The calibrated current pressure. Battery Level The remaining battery power. Bearing The direction from your current location to a destination. **Cadence (cadence accessory required) Revolutions of the crank arm or strides per minute. Course The direction from your starting location to a destination.
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    24 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Customizing Your Device Data Field Description Depth The depth of the water. Requires a connection to a NMEA 0183 depth-capable device to acquire data (page 27). **Descent - Average The average vertical distance of descent. **Descent - Maximum The maximum descent rate in feet/meter per minute. **Descent - Total The total elevation distance descended. Distance to Dest. The distance to your final destination. Distance to Next The remaining distance to the next waypoint on the route. Elevation The altitude of your current location above or below sea level. **Elevation - Maximum The highest elevation reached. **Elevation - Minimum The lowest elevation reached. Data Field Description ETA at Destination The estimated time of day you will reach your final destination. ETA at Next The estimated time of day you will reach the next waypoint on the route. Glide Ratio The ratio of horizontal distance traveled to the change in vertical distance. Glide Ratio To Dest. The glide ratio required to descend from your current position and elevation to the destination elevation. GPS Signal Strength The strength of the GPS signal. Heading The direction you are moving. **Heart Rate (heart rate monitor required) Your heart rate in beats per minute (bpm).
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 25 Customizing Your Device Data Field Description Location (lat/lon) Displays the current position in the default position format regardless of the selected settings. . Location (selected) Displays the current position in the selected position format. Odometer A running tally of distance traveled for all trips.. Off Course The distance to the left or the right by which you have strayed from the original path of travel. Pointer The data field arrow points in the direction of the next waypoint or turn. Speed The current rate of speed at which you are moving since last reset. Data Field Description Speed - Maximum The maximum speed reached since last reset. Speed - Moving Avg. The average speed of the device while moving since last reset. Speed - Overall Avg. Your average speed since last reset. Sunrise The time of sunrise based on your GPS position. Sunset The time of sunset based on your GPS position. Temperature - Water The temperature of the water. Requires a connection to a NMEA 0183 temperature- capable device to acquire data (page 27). Time of Day The current time of day based on your time settings (format, time zone, and daylight saving time).
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    26 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Customizing Your Device Data Field Description Time to Destination The estimated time needed to reach your final destination. Time to Next The estimated time needed until you reach the next waypoint on the route. To Course The direction in which you must move to return to the route. Trip Odometer A running tally of the distance traveled since the last reset. Trip Time - Moving A running tally of time since the last reset. Trip Time - Stopped The time spent not moving since the last reset. Trip Time - Total A running tally of distance traveled since the last reset. Data Field Description Turn The angle of difference (in degrees) between the bearing to your destination and your current course. L means turn left. R means turn right. Velocity Made Good The speed at which you are closing on a destination along a route. Vert. Speed to Dest. The measurement of your rate of ascent or descent to a predetermined altitude. Vertical Speed Your rate of altitude gain or loss over time. Waypoint at Dest. The last point on a route to your destination. Waypoint at Next The next point on your route.
  • 31.
    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 27 Customizing Your Device System Settings From the main menu, select Setup System. GPS—sets the GPS to Normal, WAAS/EGNOS (Wide Area Augmentation System/European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service), or Demo Mode (GPS off). For information about WAAS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS/waas .html. Language—sets the text language on the device. note: Changing the text language does not change the language of user-entered data or map data, such as street names. Battery Type—allows you to select the type of battery you are using. Interface—sets the format of the serial interface: • • • • Garmin Serial—Garmin proprietary format used to exchange waypoint, route, and track data with a computer. NMEA In/Out—provides standard NMEA 0183 output and input. Text Out—provides simple ASCII text output of location and velocity information. RTCM Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services—allows the device to accept DGPS Differential Global Positioning System information from a device supplying RTCM data in an SC-104 format. ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦
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    28 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Customizing Your Device Display Settings From the main menu, select Setup Display. Backlight Timeout—see page 37. Battery Save—see page 37. Colors—sets the colors used on the device screens. Main, Setup, Find Style—allows you to select how the main menu, setup menu, and search menu appear. Screen Capture—allows you to take screen captures on the device. Setting Up Tones Your Garmin device allows you to customize the key tones, message beeps, or turn off tones. From the main menu, select Setup Tones. • • • • • Marine Settings From the main menu, select Setup Marine. Marine Chart Mode—allows you to select a nautical chart or a fishing chart: Nautical—displays various map features in different colors so that the marine POIs are more readable. The nautical chart reflects the drawing scheme of paper charts. Fishing—displays a detailed view of bottom contours and depth soundings. The Fishing chart uses detailed bathymetric data on a preprogrammed BlueChart g2 Vision data card, and is best for offshore deep-sea fishing. • ◦ ◦
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 29 Customizing Your Device Spot Soundings—allows you to turn spot soundings on and set dangerous depths. Light Sectors—displays the sector in which a navigational light is visible. You can select On to show light sectors at all times, or you can select Auto to allow the chartplotter to automatically filter out light sectors depending on the zoom level. Symbol Set—allows you to show NOAA or IALA symbols on the map. Marine Alarm Setup—sets the anchor drag alarm, off course alarm, deep water alarm, and shallow water alarm. • • • • Setting up Marine Alarms Setting the Anchor Drag Alarm You can set an alarm to sound when you exceed a specified drift distance while anchored. 1. From the main menu, select Setup Marine Settings. 2. Select Anchor Drag Alarm On. 3. Enter a distance. 4. Select Done. Setting the Off Course Alarm You can set an alarm to sound when you are off course by a specified distance. 1. From the main menu, select Setup Marine Settings. 2. Select Off Course Alarm On. 3. Enter a distance. 4. Select Done.
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    30 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Customizing Your Device Setting the Deep Water or Shallow Water Alarm 1. From the main menu, select Setup Marine Settings. 2. Select Shallow Water On to set an alarm to sound when the depth is less than the specified value. 3. Enter the depth that triggers the shallow water alarm. 4. Select Done. 5. Select Deep Water On to set an alarm to sound when the depth is greater than the specified value. 6. Enter the depth that triggers the deep water alarm. 7. Select Done. Resetting Data You can reset trip data, delete all waypoints, clear the current track, or restore default values. 1. From the main menu, select Setup Reset. 2. Select an item to reset. Changing the Page Sequence 1. From the main menu, select Setup Page Sequence. 2. Select a page. 3. Select Move. 4. Move the page up or down the list. 5. Press Enter.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 31 Customizing Your Device Adding a Page 1. From the main menu, select Setup Page Sequence. 2. Select Add Page. 3. Select a page to add. Removing a Page 1. From the main menu, select Setup Page Sequence. 2. Select a page. 3. Select Remove. 4. Press Enter. Customizing the Unit Settings You can customize units of measure for distance and speed, elevation, depth, temperature, and pressure. 1. From the main menu, select Setup Units. 2. Select a setting. 3. Select a unit for the setting. 4. Repeat steps 2–3 for each setting you want to customize. Time Settings From the main menu, select Setup Time. Time Format—allows you to select a 12-hour or a 24-hour display time. Time Zone—allows you to select the time zone for the device. You can select Automatic to set the time zone automatically based on your GPS position. Position Format Settings Note: Do not change the position format or the map datum coordinate system unless you are using a map or chart that specifies a different position format. From the main menu, select Setup Position Format. • •
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    32 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Customizing Your Device Position Format—sets the position format in which a given location reading appears. Map Datum—sets the coordinate system on which the map is structured. Map Spheroid—shows the coordinate system the device is using. The default coordinate system is WGS 84. Altimeter Settings From the main menu, select Setup Altimeter. Auto Calibration—the altimeter to self-calibrates each time you turn the device on. Barometer Mode Variable Elevation—the barometer functions while you are moving. Fixed Elevation—the • • • • • ◦ ◦ barometer functions while you are stationary. Pressure Trending Save When Power On— records pressure data only when the device is turned on. This can be useful when you are watching for pressure fronts. Save Always—records pressure data every 15 minutes, even when the device is turned off. Plot Type Elevation/Time—records elevation changes over a period of time. Elevation/Distance—records elevation changes over a distance. Barometric Pressure—records barometric pressure over a period of time. • ◦ ◦ • ◦ ◦ ◦
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 33 Customizing Your Device Ambient Pressure—records ambient pressure changes over a period of time. Geocache Settings From the main menu, select Setup Geocaches. Geocache List—allows you to show the geocache list by names or codes. Found Geocaches—allows you to enter the number of geocaches found. Routing Settings From the main menu, select Setup Routing. Guidance Method—allows you to select a guidance method for calculating your route. Off Road—calculates point-to- point routes. ◦ • • ◦ On Road For Time—calculates on-road routes that require minimal time to drive. On Road For Distance— calculates on-road routes that are shorter in distance. Calculates Routes for—allows you to select a transportation method in order to optimize your route. Lock On Road—locks the current location marker on the nearest road, compensating for variances in map position accuracy (requires routable maps). Off Road Transitions Auto—automatically routes you to the next point. Manual—allows you to select the next point on the route by using the point on the active route page. ◦ ◦ • • • ◦ ◦
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    34 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Customizing Your Device Distance—routes you to the next point on the route when you are within a specified distance of your current point. Avoidance Setup—allows you to select the road type you want to avoid. Fitness For more information on optional fitness accessories, see page 39. Profiles Profiles are a collection of settings that allow you to optimize your device from one type of use to another, such as moving from marine use to recreational use. You can select Marine, Recreational, or save a custom profile for your device. To change profiles, see page 20. ◦ • Saving a Custom Profile You can customize your settings for a particular activity or trip. After you have made all the changes, you must save them as a custom profile. 1. From the main menu, select Setup Profiles. 2. Select Create New Profile OK. Editing a Profile Name 1. From the main menu, select Setup Profiles. 2. Select a profile. 3. Select Edit Name. 4. Enter the new name. 5. Select Done. Deleting a Profile 1. From the main menu, select Setup Profiles. 2. Select a profile. 3. Select Delete.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 35 Appendix Appendix Registering Your Device Help us better support you by completing our online registration today. Go to http://my.garmin.com. Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. Updating the Software You must connect the device to your computer to update the software (page 40). 1. Go to www.garmin.com /products/webupdater. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. note: This does not erase any of your data or settings. • • Viewing Important Device Information You can view the unit ID, software version, and license agreement. From the main menu, select Setup About. Contacting Garmin Product Support You can contact Garmin Product Support if you have any questions about this product. In the USA, go to www.garmin .com/support, or contact Garmin USA by phone at (913) 397.8200 or (800) 800.1020. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at 0808 2380000. • •
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    36 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Appendix In Europe, go to www.garmin.com /support and click Contact Support for in-country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0) 870.8501241. Using the Backlight The backlight is activated any time you press a button. Alerts and messages also activate the backlight. NOTE: To change the backlight settings, see page 37. Press to turn on the backlight. Specifications Physical size (W × H × D) 2.6 × 6.0 × 1.2 in. (6.6 × 15.2 × 3.0 cm) Weight 7.7 oz. (218.3 g) with batteries Display (diagonal) 2.6 in. (66 mm) • Resolution (W × H) 160 × 240 pixels, backlit 65K color TFT display Water resistance Fully gasketed, floatable, high impact plastic alloy, waterproof to IEC 529-IPX-7 Data storage Approximately 1.7 GB No memory battery is required. The GPSMAP 78S and 78Sc have a microSD card slot for additional data storage. Computer interface USB and serial Battery type Two AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, or lithium) See page 38. Battery life Up to 20 hours, typical usage Operating temperature range From 5°F to 158°F (from -15 to 70°C) See page 38.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 37 Appendix Radio frequency/ protocol 2.4 GHz/ANT+ wireless communications protocol GPS accuracy 33 ft. (10 m) 95% typical use GPS is subject to accuracy degradation to 100 m 2DRMS under the U.S. DoD imposed Selective Availability (SA) Program when activated. DGPS From 10 to 16 ft. (from 3 to 5 m) 95% typical (WAAS accuracy in North America) Altimeter The barometric altimeter is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Compass The three-axis compass is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Maximizing Battery Life Using the Battery Save Option Use the battery save option to save battery power and prolong battery life. From the main menu, select Setup Display Battery Save On. Decreasing the Backlight Extensive use of screen backlighting can significantly reduce battery life. You can adjust the backlight brightness and decrease the backlight timeout to maximize battery power. 1. Quickly press to open the backlight status page. 2. Use the Rocker to adjust the brightness. Adjusting the Backlight Timeout From the main menu, select Setup Display Backlight Timeout.
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    38 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Appendix About the Batteries ‹ warning See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. The temperature rating for the device may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at high temperatures. Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as temperature decreases. Use lithium batteries when operating the device in below-freezing conditions. Selecting the Battery Type 1. From the main menu, select Setup System Battery Type. 2. Select Alkaline, Lithium, or Rechargeable NiMH. Long-Term Storage When you do not plan to use the device for several months, remove the batteries. Stored data is not lost when batteries are removed. Buying Optional Accessories Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories, preloaded map data cards, fitness accessories, and replacement parts.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 39 Appendix Using Optional Fitness Accessories NOTE: The Fitness option is available only with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc. Before you can use the fitness accessory with your device, you must install the accessory according to the instructions that are included with the accessory. You can use optional fitness accessories including a heart rate monitor or a cadence sensor with your device. These accessories use ANT+™ wireless technology to send data to the device. 1. Bring the device within range (3 m) of the ANT+ accessory. 2. From the main menu, select Setup Fitness. 3. Select an option: Select Heart Rate Monitor On. Select Bike Cadence Sensor On. You can view heart rate and cadence data by customizing your data fields (page 23). Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin Device Verify that the ANT+ accessory is compatible with your Garmin device. Before you pair the ANT+ accessory with your Garmin device, move 10 m away from other ANT+ accessories. Bring the Garmin device within range (3 m) of the ANT+ accessory. After you pair the first time, your Garmin device automatically • • • • • •
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    40 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Appendix recognizes the ANT+ accessory each time it is activated. This process occurs automatically when you turn on the Garmin device and only takes a few seconds when the accessories are activated and functioning correctly. When paired, your Garmin device only receives data from your accessory, and you can go near other accessories. Data Management note: The device is not compatible with Windows® 95, 98, Me, or NT. It is also not compatible with Mac® OS 10.3 and earlier. File Types The device supports the following file types: Files from BaseCamp™ or HomePort™ . Go to www.garmin. com. • • GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader. Installing a microSD Card You can purchase microSD memory cards from an electronics supplier, or purchase preloaded detailed map data cards from your Garmin dealer. In addition to map and data storage, the memory cards can be used to store files such as images, cartridges, geocaches, routes, waypoints, and custom POIs. 1. Slide the latch on the back of the device, and remove the battery cover and the batteries. 2. Slide down and pull out the metal cover. 3. Align the metal contacts, and place the card in the slot. •
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 41 Appendix microSD card slot 4. Push in and slide up the metal cover. 5. Replace the batteries and the battery cover. Removing a microSD Card 1. Slide down and pull out the metal cover. 2. Remove the card from the slot. 3. Push in and slide up the metal cover. 4. Replace the batteries and the battery cover. Connecting the USB Cable notice To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the mini-USB port, the weather cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer. 1. Connect the USB cable to a USB port on your computer. 2. Pull up the weather cap from the mini-USB port.
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    42 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Appendix Mini-USB port under weather cap Serial port under weather cap microSD card slot (inside battery compartment) 3. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB port. Your device and micro SD card (optional) appear as removable drives in My Computer on Windows computers and as mounted volumes on Mac computers. Transferring Files to Your Computer After you have connected the device to your computer, you can copy and paste files from your computer into the device drives/volumes. 1. Browse your computer for the file. 2. Select the file. 3. Select Edit Copy. 4. Open the “Garmin” or memory card drive/volume. 5. Select Edit Paste.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 43 Appendix Deleting Files NOTICE Your device memory contains important system files and folders that should not be deleted. Before you can delete files, you must connect the device to your computer (page 40). 1. Open the “Garmin” drive or volume. 2. If necessary, open a folder or volume. 3. Select the files. 4. Press the Delete key on your keyboard. Disconnecting the USB Cable 1. Complete an action: For Windows computers, click the eject icon in your system tray. For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the Trash . 2. Disconnect the device from your computer. Attaching the Wrist Strap 1. Place the loop of the wrist strap through the slot opening at the bottom of the device. 2. Route the strap through the loop and pull it tight. • •
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    44 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Appendix Caring for the Device NOTICE Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic components. Cleaning the Device 1. Use a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution. 2. Wipe it dry. Cleaning the Screen 1. Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth. 2. If necessary, use water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass lens cleaner. 3. Apply the liquid to the cloth, and gently wipe the screen with the cloth.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 45 Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Solution The screen or buttons do not respond. How do I reset the device? 1. Remove the batteries. 2. Reinstall the batteries. Note: This does not erase any of your data or settings. I want to reset all the customized settings back to the factory defaults. From the main menu, select Setup Reset Restore Defaults. My device does not acquire satellite signals. 1. Take your device out of parking garages and away from tall buildings and trees. 2. Turn on the device. 3. Remain stationary for several minutes. The batteries do not last long. Decrease the backlight settings (page 37). How do I know my device is in USB mass storage mode? On the device, a screen appears showing the Garmin logo and the USB symbol. On your computer, you should see a new removable disk drive in My Computer on Windows computers and a mounted volume on Mac computers. My device is connected to the computer, but it will not go into mass storage mode. You may have loaded a corrupted file. 1. Disconnect the device from your computer. 2. Turn off the device. 3. Press and hold the Rocker while you connect the device to your computer. Continue pressing the Rocker for 10 seconds or until the device goes into mass storage mode.
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    46 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual Appendix Problem Solution I cannot see any new removable drives in my list of drives. If you have several network drives mapped on your computer, Windows may have trouble assigning drive letters to your Garmin drives. See the Help file for your operating system to learn how to assign drive letters. I need replacement parts or accessories. Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer. I want to buy an external GPS antenna. Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer.
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 47 Index Index A accessories  38, 46 fitness  39 microSD card  39 acquiring satellite signals  45 active route  8 alarms marine  29 proximity  20 time  22 altimeter calibrating  16 plot type  32 settings  32 ANT+ accessories  39 area calculation  20 AutoLocate  21 B backlight  4, 36, 37 BaseCamp  40 batteries  23, 27, 36 about  38 information  3 installing  3 maximizing life  37 selecting the type  38 storage  38 warnings  38 beeps  28 buttons  4 C calculator  21 calendar  21 calibrating altimeter  16 compass  16 caring for the device  44 long-term storage  38 compass calibrating  14 navigating  14 setup options  15 connecting USB cable  41 wireless accessories  39 wirelessly  19 creating routes  7 waypoints  6 customizing data fields  12 device settings  27–34 profiles  34 D dashboard change  18 data fields  12 options  23 data storage  36 deleting files  43 profiles  34 routes  8 tracks  11 waypoints  6 display backlight  36 backlight timeout  28 screen capture  28
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    Index 48 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual settings  28 display settings backlight  37 downloading software  35 E editing profiles  34 routes  7 waypoints  6 elevation plot  11, 16 barometric altimeter  16 reset  17 setup  16 ENTER button  5 external antenna  2 F FIND button  4, 6, 8, 9, 11 fitness options  39 G Garmin Product Support  35 geocaches  19, 33 downloading  19 navigating  19 settings  32 GPS signals  4, 21, 23, 24, 37, 45 system settings  27 turning off GPS  21 H HomePort  40 hunting and fishing times  22 L language  3, 27 M main menu settings  19 man overboard  4 map  12 changing orientation  12 datum  32 detail  13 information  14 measuring distance  13 setup options  13 showing tracks  11 viewing routes  8 map datum coordinate system  31 marine settings  28–29 MARK button  5 MCX connector  2 measuring area  20 distance  13 MENU button  5, 12, 17, 23 microSD card  36, 39–41 MOB button  4 moonphase  21 N navigating compass  14 routes  8 to geocaches  19 to waypoints  6 tracks  11
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    GPSMAP 78 SeriesOwner’s Manual 49 Index P PAGE button  5 pages adding a page  31 removing  31 sequence  30 position format  31 power button  3, 4, 36, 37 profiles  20 change  20 creating  34 setting  20 proximity alarms  20 Q QUIT button  5 R recording tracks  10 registering your device  35 reset current track  30 data  30 defaults  30 trip data  30 waypoints  30 restoring default settings  12 Rocker  5 routes active route  8 avoidance  34 creating  7 deleting  8 editing  7 editing name  7 guidance method  33 navigating  8 settings  33 S satellite signals  4, 21, 23, 24, 37, 45 AutoLocate  21 system settings  27 turning off GPS  21 saving tracks  11 search menu  4, 6 Sight ‘N Go  15 software updating  35 version  35 specifications  36 stopwatch  22 sun and moon times  21 system settings  27 T time alarms  22 data fields  25 settings  31 stopwatch  22 sunrise and sunset  21, 25 zone  31 times hunting and fishing  22 tones  28 tracks about  10 clearing current  11 deleting  11 navigating  11
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    Index 50 GPSMAP 78Series Owner’s Manual recording  10 saving  11 viewing  10 transferring files  42 using USB  42 wirelessly  19 trip computer  18 troubleshooting  45 U unit ID  35 updating software  35 USB cable  45 connecting  41 disconnecting  43 W waypoints averaging  22 creating  6 deleting  6 editting  6 navigating to  6 wrist strap  43 Z zooming  5, 13 zoom ranges  17
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    For the latestfree software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. © 2010 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Liberty House, Hounsdown Business Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 9LR UK Garmin Corporation No. 68, Jangshu 2nd Road, Sijhih, Taipei County, Taiwan April 2010 Part Number 190-01165-00 Rev. C Printed in Taiwan