GPSMAP 60Cx ® color map navigator owner’s manual
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Introduction > About This Manual Introduction Thank you for choosing the Garmin® GPSMAP® 60Cx. The GPSMAP 60Cx uses the proven performance of Garmin GPS and full-featured mapping to create an unsurpassed portable GPS receiver. Take a moment now to compare the contents of this package with the packing list on the box. If any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately.
Introduction > Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction........................................................ i About This Manual............................................... i Manual Conventions................................................. i Software License Agreement............................. v Product Registration........................................... v Contact Garmin.........................................................v Tell Us What You Think................................
Introduction > Table of Contents Finding an Intersection...........................................24 Searching for a Point of Interest.............................24 POI Loader & Custom Points of Interest................25 Using Tracks...................................................... 26 Options Menu.........................................................28 Navigating a Saved Track.......................................30 Creating and Using Routes.............................. 31 Creating a Route.....
Introduction > Table of Contents Calculator........................................................... 67 Stopwatch.......................................................... 67 Sun and Moon.................................................... 68 Hunt and Fish.................................................... 69 Games Menu...................................................... 70 Memory Race.........................................................71 Virtua Maze................................................
Introduction > Software License Agreement - Product Registration Software License Agreement BY USING THE GPSMAP 60Cx, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in binary executable form in the normal operation of the product.
Introduction > Caring for the GPSMAP 60Cx Caring for the GPSMAP 60Cx Storage Cleaning the Case Clean the unit’s outer casing (except for the screen) using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution and then wipe dry. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic components. Do not store the GPSMAP 60Cx where prolonged exposure to temperature extremes may occur (such as in the trunk of a car) as permanent damage may result.
Introduction > Warning Warning Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could result in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury. • When installing the unit in a vehicle, place the unit securely so that it does not obstruct the driver’s view of the road or interfere with vehicle operating controls, such as the steering wheel, foot pedals, or transmission levers. Do not place in front of or above any airbag. (See diagram).
Introduction > Important Information Important Information MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost. We use a combination of governmental and private data sources, which we identify in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain some inaccurate or incomplete data.
Getting Started > Unit Overview Getting Started Unit Overview Power key Color LCD display Auxiliary GPS antenna connector (under weather cap) USB connector port (under weather cap) GPSMAP 60Cx Carry lanyard attachment slot Internal antenna External data/ auxiliary power port (under weather cap) Battery compartment locking D-Ring Battery compartment cover Keypad GPSMAP 60Cx Owner’s Manual
Getting Started > Installing the Batteries Installing the Batteries The GPSMAP 60Cx operates on two AA batteries (not included), which are installed in the back of the unit. You can use Alkaline or NiMH batteries. See page 55 for information on setting the battery type. 1. Place the loop of the lanyard through the slot at the upper-left side on the back of the unit. 2 Route the strap through the loop, and pull tight. Lanyard installation USE BY 2009 USE BY 2009 To install the batteries: 1.
Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 60 Cx Keypad Using the GPSMAP 60Cx Keypad POWER key • Press and hold to turn the unit on or off. • Press and release to adjust the backlighting. IN/OUT Zoom Keys • Press to zoom in or out on the Map Page. • Press to scroll up or down a list on any other page. ROCKER key • Press up, down, left, or right to highlight options; and to enter data, or move the map panning arrow. GPSMAP 60Cx FIND/MOB key • Press and release at any time to view the Find Menu.
Getting Started > Turning on the GPSMAP 60Cx Turning on the GPSMAP 60Cx Turn the GPSMAP 60Cx on, to view the Welcome Page, followed by the Satellite Page. The unit must collect satellite data and establish its current location. To turn the GPSMAP 60Cx on and off: 1. Press and hold the POWER key. When the unit turns on, a tone sounds, and the Introduction Page appears, followed by the Satellite Page. 2. To turn off the GPSMAP 60Cx, press and hold the POWER key again.
Getting Started > Initializing the GPS Receiver Initializing the GPS Receiver The first time you turn on your GPSMAP 60Cx, the GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish its current location. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 60Cx is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find itself” anywhere on Earth. To receive satellite signals, you must be outdoors and have a clear view of the sky. To initialize your GPSMAP 60Cx: 1.
Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 60Cx Using the GPSMAP 60Cx This section explains how to enter and select information with the GPSMAP 60Cx. Understanding Terms As you progress through this manual, you are directed to press a specific key or highlight a field on the screen. When you are directed to press a key, you should press and quickly release the key. (You may need to hold down a key for a period of time to start a secondary function, when the instructions tell you to do so.
Getting Started > Selecting Options and Entering Data Selecting Options and Entering Data Use the ROCKER to highlight an item in a list or a field on the screen. To select and activate an option: 1. From any page, press MENU. An Options Menu appears with a list of additional options for that page. 2. Use the ROCKER to move the highlight up, down, right, or left on the menu to highlight the option you want, and press ENTER to select it. To exit a menu or return to the previous setting: Press QUIT.
Getting Started > On-Screen Messages On-Screen Messages When a significant event in the operation of the unit occurs, an on-screen message appears. In each case, the condition is described and often a remedy provided. Press ENTER to acknowledge the message and close the window. On-Screen Messages In some instances, the message may indicate a temporary condition such as the “Calculating Route” message, and closes as soon as condition is completed.
Getting Started > Transferring Data to a microSD Card Transferring Data to a microSD Card Some units are equipped with a pre-installed microSD card. Other units configured for use in large geographic regions (Pacific) require a larger capacity microSD card to store enough useful mapping data (not provided). To install or remove the microSD card: 1. Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the unit and remove the two batteries. 2.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Waypoints Basic Operation This section explains some of the more common operations you can perform with your GPSMAP 60Cx, including creating and using waypoints, using the Find Menu, and how to create and use tracks and routes. To mark your current location: 1. Press and hold the MARK key until the Mark Waypoint Page appears. A default three-digit name and symbol are assigned to the new waypoint.
Basic Operation > Creating Waypoints Using the Map Creating Waypoints Using the Map You can quickly create a waypoint using the Map Page. When you pan the map and move the arrow over a map item, you see a highlighted description of the item. To create a waypoint using the Map Page: 1. On the Map Page, use the ROCKER to move the pointer to the map item you want to mark as a waypoint. 2. Press and quickly release ENTER to capture and open the information page for the map item. 3.
Basic Operation > Editing Waypoints 3. Use the ROCKER to enter location coordinates. Highlight OK, and press ENTER when finished. Manually enter waypoint coordinates. 4. Press QUIT to exit. Editing Waypoints You can edit waypoints as you create them or at a later date. You can change the symbol, name, note, location, elevation, and depth. To edit a waypoint: 1. Press FIND to open the Find Menu. 2. Highlight the Waypoints icon, and press ENTER to open the Waypoints Page. 12 3.
Basic Operation > Averaging a Waypoint’s Location To move a waypoint on the Map Page: 1. On the Find Menu, highlight the Waypoints icon, and press ENTER to open the Waypoints Page. 2. Select the waypoint you want to move, and press ENTER. The Waypoint Page opens. 3. Highlight the Map button, and press ENTER to show the waypoint on the map. 4. Press ENTER again to place a MOVE marker next to the waypoint. 5. Use the ROCKER to move the waypoint to a new location on the map, and press ENTER.
Basic Operation > Projecting a Waypoint 4. Press MENU to open the Options Menu. 5. Select Project Waypoint, and press ENTER to open the Project Waypoint Page. 6. Enter the distance and bearing to the projected waypoint in the appropriate fields at the bottom of the page, and press QUIT when finished. Waypoint Options Menu Average Location Page 3. Press ENTER to save the location.
Basic Operation > Using Proximity Waypoints Using Proximity Waypoints Use the Proximity Waypoints Page to define an alarm circle around a stored waypoint location. Proximity icon Radius field Empty line Proximity Alarms check box To add a proximity waypoint: 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Highlight the Proximity icon, and press ENTER to open the Proximity Waypoints Page. 3. Highlight an empty line, and press ENTER to open the Find Menu. 4.
Basic Operation > Using the Find Menu To clear one or all proximity waypoints from the list: To remove or review a single entry, highlight the waypoint, press ENTER, and then select Remove or Review. OR To remove all waypoints from the list, press MENU, highlight Remove All, and press ENTER. Using the Find Menu Use the Find Menu to search for waypoints, cities, and exits included in the GPSMAP 60Cx basemap. You can also find saved waypoint and geocache points.
Basic Operation > Find By Name The options menu for each category contains a submenu of search options, such as Find By Name, Find Nearest, Select Symbol (for waypoints), Change Reference (by moving the pointer to a new location), Nearest Containing (a keyword you enter), Select Category (for those groups, such as Food & Drink and Lodging). Use these options to limit your search. 4. Use the ROCKER and ENTER key to operate the on-screen keypad and enter the name of the location you want to find.
Basic Operation > Recent Finds Using the Find Item Information Page Recent Finds The Recent Finds Page shows a list of the last 50 items you have searched for or gone to recently. To go to a recently found item: 1. Press FIND to open the Find Menu, then press FIND again to display the list of recent finds. 2. Highlight the Recent Finds icon, and press ENTER to open the Recent Finds Page.
Basic Operation > Find Information Page Options • • • • • • • bearing and distance from your location. See page 14 for more information. Find Near Here—return to the Find Menu where you can search for map items near the item defined on the information page. Change Reference—point to a new location on the Map Page using the pointer. Set Proximity—program an alarm to sound when you are within a specified radius of an item defined by the information page. See page 15 for more information.
Basic Operation > Finding a Waypoint 4. Use the ROCKER to pan the arrow (pointer) to the map location you want, and press ENTER. The Find list shows a list of items near the new map location. 3. Use the ROCKER to select a waypoint, and press ENTER. The Waypoint Page opens. Waypoints icon Finding a Geocache Finding a Waypoint The Waypoints Page contains a list of all saved waypoints. Waypoints are stored in alphanumeric order and are also identified by a symbol assigned from a list of symbol types.
Basic Operation > Finding a City To find a geocache: 1. Press FIND to open the Find Menu. 2. Highlight the Geocache icon, and press ENTER to open the Geocache Page. You can view either found geocaches or those that have not been found. 3. Use the ROCKER to highlight a geocache on the list, and press ENTER to open the information page. 4. Highlight the Go To button, and press ENTER to navigate to the geocache location.
Basic Operation > Finding an Exit 3. Select a city from the list and press ENTER to open the information page for the selected city. OR If the city you want is not listed, press MENU, select a search method, and press ENTER. Finding an Exit Use the Exits icon on the Find Menu to find an interstate exit. Exits list Available services Exits icon To find an exit: 1. Press FIND to open the Find Menu. 2. Highlight the Exits icon, and press ENTER. The Exits Page shows a list of exits near your location. 3.
Basic Operation > Finding an Address To find an address: 1. Press FIND to open the Find Menu. 2. Highlight the Addresses icon, and press ENTER to open the Addresses Page. If your unit has a GPS fix, the field is populated with your current region. You do not have to specify a city in the , because the database has information for the entire region. However, you can select a city if you want to reduce the possible number of address matches. 3.
Basic Operation > Finding an Intersection Finding an Intersection If you downloaded optional detailed mapping data, use the Intersections icon on the Find Menu to search for an intersection. When you enter the two street names and a city, the Find feature matches that data with intersections in the map database. 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter a street name in the field. When finished, a list of matches appears below. 7.
Basic Operation > Searching for a Point of Interest To find a point of interest: 1. Press FIND to open the Find Menu. 2. Highlight the All Points of Interest icon, and press ENTER to show a list of all points near your current location. 3. Highlight an item in the list, and press ENTER to open the information page for the item. OR Press MENU to open the Options Menu where you can select options to help you narrow your search. 4.
Basic Operation > Using Tracks Using Tracks To clear the track log: The Tracks feature creates an electronic bread crumb trail or “track log” on the Map Page as you travel. The track log contains information about points along its path, including time, location, elevation, and depth for each point (depth requires NMEA input, see pages 58 and 75). 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Select the Tracks icon, and press ENTER to open the Tracks Page. 3. Highlight the Clear button, and press ENTER.
Basic Operation > Using Tracks • Wrap When Full—causes the track log to record over the oldest data with new data. • Record Method—Distance records track points after a specified distance is traveled. Time creates track points after a specified time has elapsed. Auto allows you choose from five intervals. • Interval—records a track according to the Record Method (Time, Distance, or Auto) and Interval (Time, Distance, or Frequency). Enter a specific distance, time, or frequency.
Basic Operation > Using Tracks To save a portion of the track log: 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Select the Tracks icon, and press ENTER to open the Tracks Page. 3. Highlight the Save button, and press ENTER. A message appears asking you if you want to save the entire track. 4. Select No, and press ENTER to save only a portion of the track log. A map showing the entire track appears on the map. 5.
Basic Operation > Using Tracks Press the MENU key and select Card Info to view the amount of card storage space available. 3. To read or transfer the .gpx files use the USB cable to connect to your PC and enable the USB Mass Storage feature as explained on page 58. You can open the track logs using Garmin MapSource or another .gpx filecompatible application. 4. To delete these track logs from the microSD card, highlight individual logs, and then press ENTER.
Basic Operation > Using Tracks Navigating a Saved Track When initiated, a TracBack route takes you back to the oldest stored track log point. To use the TracBack feature: 1. With the Saved Tracks Page for the track or the Track Log open, highlight the TracBack button, and press ENTER to open the TracBack Page showing the entire track. You are then prompted to select the point you want to go back to. 2.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes Creating and Using Routes A Route is a sequence of intermediate waypoints that lead you to your final destination. The GPSMAP 60Cx lets you store 50 routes with up to 250 points each. Routes icon Setting up a route Creating a Route You can create or modify a route using the Routes Page, and you can add waypoints to a route from the Find Menu.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes Methods of navigating to a destination • If you select the Go To button on the Waypoint Page or other Find Menu items, the GPSMAP 60Cx creates a straight path (point to point) from your current location to that location. • If you select the Navigate button on a Route Page, the unit creates a route composed of several user waypoints or Find items, with the last being your destination. It navigates directly from point to point.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes To preview the turns for an active route: 1. On the Routes Page, highlight a saved route, and press ENTER to open the Route Page for the selected route. 2. Highlight the Navigate button, and press ENTER to begin navigation and show the route on the Map Page. 3. While navigating a route, press PAGE to open the Active Route Page. To view an individual turn on the list, use the ROCKER to highlight it, and press ENTER.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes Editing a Route After you create a route, use the Route Page to edit, change the route name, and review route points. To change the name of the route: 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Highlight the Routes icon, and press ENTER to open the Routes Page. 3. Select a saved route, and press ENTER. 4. Highlight the route name field at the top of the Route Page, and press ENTER. 5. Use the ROCKER to operate the on-screen keypad and edit the route name.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes To delete a route: 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Highlight the Routes icon, and press ENTER to open the Routes Page, then open a route. 3. Press MENU to open the Options Menu. 4. To clear the list of saved routes, press MENU from the routes list and highlight Delete All Routes, and press ENTER. A confirmation message appears, asking “Do you really want to delete all routes?” Select Yes, and press ENTER.
Basic Operation > Creating and Using Routes • Reverse Route—reverses the order of the route points in the saved route. • Profile—creates a vertical profile of the route. • Copy Route—makes a copy of the saved route Options Menu with the same name, but followed by a number. • Delete Route—deletes the saved route. • Change Data Fields—selects different values for the two data fields at the bottom of the page. • Restore Defaults—restores route settings to the factory default.
Main Pages > Main Pages The GPSMAP 60Cx has six main pages: Satellite Page, Trip Computer Page, Map Page, Compass Page, and the Main Menu. You can cycle through these pages by pressing the PAGE key to move forward or pressing the QUIT key to reverse. Additional pages are added by using the Page Sequence option on the Main Menu (see page 59). The Active Route Page appears only when you are actively navigating.
Main Pages > Satellite Page Satellite Page The Satellite Page shows the receiver status, satellite locations, satellite signal strength, and the receiver’s current location (when the unit receives signals from at least three satellites).
Main Pages > Map Page Map Page The GPSMAP 60Cx comes with a built-in basemap that includes a database of cities, interstates, state and county highways, exit information, and lake and river outlines. The standard basemap can be enhanced using MapSource or BlueChart data. Two map operating modes, position mode and pan mode, determine what cartography is shown on the map display. Position mode pans the map to keep your present location in the display area.
Main Pages > Map Page To change a data field contents display: 1. Press MENU to open the Map Page Options Menu. 2. Highlight Change Data Fields, and press ENTER. The first data field is highlighted. 3. Press ENTER to open the list of data field options. Data field options Using Additional Map Data Optional MapSource mapping data enhance the versatility of your GPSMAP 60Cx.
Main Pages > Map Page Changing the Zoom Range You can change the zoom range on the Map Page to view a smaller area in greater detail or view a larger area with less detail. Press IN to decrease the zoom range and show an area with greater detail; press OUT to increase the zoom range and show a larger area with less detail. Map Orientation There are two map orientation options: North Up orients the map like a paper map. Track Up orients the map in the direction of travel.
Main Pages > Map Page 42 • Recalculate—recalculates a route. (disabled when there is no active navigation) • Data Fields—opens the Show sub menu so you can select the number of data fields to show on the Map Page. Map Only, 2, 3, or 4 data fields. • Change Data Fields—allows you to select the type of data you want to show in the data fields. This option is available only if the 1 wide 2 wide, 3, or 4 data fields option is selected.
Main Pages > Map Page Setting up the Map Page Use the Setup Map option to adjust how items are shown on the Map Page. To customize the Map Page display: 1. Press MENU to open the Map Page Options Menu. 2. Highlight Setup Map, and press ENTER to open the Map Setup Page. The top of the page contains icons for each setup page. 3. Use the Right or Left ROCKER to move from icon to icon when selecting a Map Setup Page and to move up and down the feature fields on each page.
Main Pages > Map Page • Lock On Road—you can lock the map pointer to show on the nearest road, compensating for variances in map position accuracy. Map Setup – Tracks Page The Tracks Page contains settings for Saved Tracks, Track Log, Track Points, and the Go To Line. Map Setup – Points Page Use the Points Page to set the map scale at which Map Points, User Waypoints, Street Label, and Land Cover appear on the Map Page. Select Auto, Off, or a specific Zoom Level.
Main Pages > Map Page Map Setup – Text Page Use the Text Page to select the text size for descriptions of map items on the Map Page. Select from None, Small, Medium, or Large. Map Setup – Marine Page Use the Map Setup – Marine Page to customize settings for Marine Colors, Spot Soundings, Light Sectors, and Symbol Sets when using downloaded marine charts (MapSource BlueChart marine mapping data).
Main Pages > Map Page Measuring Distance You can measure the distance between two map items. To measure distance between two points: 1. Press MENU to open the Map Page Options Menu. 2. Highlight Measure Distance, and press ENTER. An on-screen arrow appears on the map display at your current location with REF below it. 3. Move the arrow to the reference point (the starting point you want to measure from), and press ENTER. A push pin icon marks the starting point on the map. 4.
Main Pages > Map Page Turning Declutter On or Off You can remove unwanted items from the Map Page display (declutter the display), such as map item titles and icons. This is useful when the map is zoomed to a scale that is partially obscured by titles and icons that remain the same size regardless of the map scale. To turn declutter on or off: 1. Press MENU to open the Map Page Options menu. 2. Highlight Turn Declutter On, and press ENTER.
Main Pages > Compass Page Compass Page the direction (bearing) to your destination, relative to your current heading direction. The compass ring and the pointers work independently to show your direction of movement and the direction to your destination. You can choose a bearing pointer or course pointer for guidance. Bearing pointer Scale The compass ring moves to indicate North orientation. Compass Page When navigating, the Compass Page provides navigation data and directions.
Main Pages > Compass Page Compass Page Options Use the options menu to customize the Compass Page. With the Compass Page open, press MENU. To select an option, highlight it, and press ENTER. • Change Data Fields—allows you to select the type of data you want to show in the data fields. See page 80 for descriptions for each option. • Restore Defaults—returns to the factory settings.
Main Pages > Compass Page 0.25 mi The bearing pointer always indicates the direction to your destination from your current location. If you are using the course pointer option, and you drift away from the line of travel from your original location to your destination, the course deviation indicator (arrow with horizontal dotted line) provides graphic indication of drift (right or left) according to the scale shown at the edge of the compass ring. Move to the right or left to get back on course.
Main Pages > Compass Page Data Fields You can show three or four data fields on the Compass Page. 3 Data Fields 4 Data Fields To show data fields on the Compass Page: 1. Press MENU to open the Compass Page Options Menu. 2. Highlight Data Field, and press ENTER. The Show submenu appears. 3. Select the number of data fields you want to show on the Compass Page and press ENTER. To change data fields: 1. Press MENU to open the Compass Page Options Menu. 2. Highlight Change Data Fields, and press ENTER.
Main Pages > Trip Computer Trip Computer Page The Trip Computer Page provides you with a wide variety of travel data useful when navigating a long distance. It indicates your current speed, average speed, trip odometer and many other helpful statistics useful for navigation. Trip Computer Page You can customize the Trip Computer display to meet your personal requirements, with list of data options to choose from.
Main Menu > Tracks Main Menu The Main Menu contains settings and features not found on the main pages and submenus. The time and date are shown at the bottom of this page. The Main Menu is accessible from any page by pressing MENU twice. To select an item on the Main Menu, highlight the menu item, and press ENTER. Tracks The Tracks Page shows the percentage of track memory used, and a list of saved tracks.
Main Menu > Highway Page Route Page Use the Routes Page to create a route to a destination.. For more information, see Routes on page 31. Highway Page When navigating a route, the Highway Page guides you to the destination using data fields and a graphic highway. Up to four user-selectable data fields show information such as speed, distance, and time to next point on the route.
Main Menu > Setup Menu Setup Menu Use the Setup Menu to customize your GPSMAP 60Cx. To access the Setup Menu: 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Use the ROCKER to Setup Menu highlight the Setup icon, and press ENTER. Each feature is explained on the pages that follow. System Setup Use the System Setup Page to control settings for GPS, WAAS, battery type, language, System external power and icon custom POI proximity alarms.
Main Menu > Setup Menu System Setup Menu The System Setup Menu contains Restore Defaults, Card Info, and Software Version. Use Restore Defaults to return the System Setup fields to their original values and Card Info to view microSD card status. Software Version shows the software version and unit identification number. Display Setup Use the Display Setup Page to select a screen color scheme for day and night viewing. You can set the backlight timeout and the level of brightness.
Main Menu > Setup Menu To access the Interface Setup Page: On the Setup Menu Page, highlight the Interface icon, and press ENTER. Serial Data Format—sets the data format to one of the following: • GARMIN—selects the proprietary format used to exchange waypoint, route, track log and MapSource data with a PC. • NMEA In/NMEA Out—supports input and output of standard NMEA 0183 version 3.01 data. • TEXT OUT—enables ASCII text output of location and velocity information. No input.
Main Menu > Setup Menu To view storage information for the microSD card: Prior to downloading data to the microSD card, press the MENU key with the USB Mass Storage Page open to view data card storage information. To transfer files to the microSD card: 1. Double-click the My Computer icon on a PC’s desktop. 2. Browse the PC or Macintosh for the file to copy. 3. For a PC, highlight the file and select Edit > Copy and open the drive identified with the GPSMAP 60Cx.
Main Menu > Setup Menu Tones Setup Use the Tones Setup Page to customize sound tones made by the unit for a variety of unit features. To access the Tones Setup Page: 1. On the Setup Menu Page, highlight the Tones icon, and press ENTER. 2. Highlight the option and press ENTER. 3. As you move down the list each different tone sounds. Press ENTER to select a tone. To set Proximity Alarm Tones: 1.
Main Menu > Setup Menu Routing Setup Use the Routing Setup Page to customize the manner in which routing functions behave. To access the Routing Setup Page: 1. On the Setup Menu Page, highlight the Routing icon, and press ENTER. 2. Highlight the Follow Road Options button to open the Follow Road Options Page where you can select additional route options.
Main Menu > Setup Menu Follow Road Options • Off Route Recalculation—allows you to set whether the unit prompts you when it is recalculating your route (Prompted) or recalculates automatically. You can turn off route recalculation. • Calculation Method—sets how the unit searches for the route. Quickest Calculation—calculates the route the quickest, but might not produce the best route. Quick Calculation—takes more time to calculate, but generates a better quality route.
Main Menu > Setup Menu Marine Setup Use the Marine Setup Page to define alarm settings. To access the Marine Setup Page: On the Setup Menu Page, highlight the Marine icon, and press ENTER. Time Setup Use the Time Setup Page to set the time format, set the time zone, and set the unit to conform to Daylight Saving Time. Actual time and date appear at the bottom of the page. To access the Time Setup Page: On the Setup Menu Page, highlight the Time icon, and press ENTER.
Main Menu > Setup Menu Units Setup Use the Units Setup Page to customize measurement units. To access the Units Setup Page: On the Setup Menu Page, highlight the Units icon, and press ENTER. Units icon • Position Format—sets the coordinates for the system in which a particular location is shown. The default format is latitude and longitude in degrees, minutes, and thousandths of a minute (hdddomm.mmm).
Main Menu > Setup Menu Heading Setup Use the Heading Setup Page to specify the type of heading display and the type of North reference used to calculate your heading. • North Reference—provides headings based on a true north reference. Offers more options when a choice other than True is selected. Note: Unless you have a working knowledge of headings and North referencing, it is recommended that you use the default values.
Main Menu > Setup Menu Welcome Setup Use the Welcome Setup Page to insert a message, such as ownership information, that appears when you turn on your GPSMAP 60Cx. Adding a welcome message 2. When finished, highlight OK, and press ENTER to close. 3. Turn the unit off and then on again to view your welcome message. Welcome message To access the Welcome Setup Page: On the Setup Menu Page, highlight the Welcome Message icon, and press ENTER. To add a welcome message: 1.
Main Menu > Proximity Waypoints Proximity Waypoints Use the Proximity Waypoints Page to define an alarm circle around a stored waypoint location. The alarm circle can help you avoid restricted locations. For more information on proximity waypoints, see the “Proximity Waypoints” section on page 15. Calendar Use the calendar to view sunrise and sunset times, moon phase, hunt and fish probabilities, and archived waypoints for activities you want to navigate to for any given day and location.
Main Menu > Calculator Calculator Select the Calculator icon to use your GPSMAP 60Cx as a calculator. You can select either a standard or scientific calculator and degrees or radians from the Options Menu. Stopwatch Select the Stopwatch icon to use the GPSMAP 60Cx as a stopwatch, which includes a lap timer. You can also have the unit record the lap time based on distance. Options Menus Calculator Page To use the calculator: 1. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. 2.
Main Menu > Sun and Moon To stop the stopwatch: Highlight the Stop button, and press ENTER to stop the stopwatch. To use the lap feature: With the stopwatch running, highlight the Lap button, and press ENTER. To reset the stopwatch: With the stopwatch stopped, highlight the Reset button, and press ENTER. To time a lap by distance: Press MENU to open the Options Menu. Choose Lap by Distance, and press ENTER.
Main Menu > Hunt and Fish OR To view the predictions for a different location, highlight the Location field, and press ENTER to open the New Location Options Menu. Choose from the options shown. Hunt and Fish The Hunt and Fish Tables provide you with a listing of predicted best times for hunting and fishing for a chosen date and location. To show hunting and fishing predictions for a specified date and location: Press to animate the moon phases. Press to stop animation.
Main Menu > Games Menu Choose Use Find Menu to select a point from the Find Feature database. Follow instructions for using the Find Feature beginning on page 16. When a find item is selected, highlight the Use button at the bottom of the item information page, and press ENTER. The Location field now shows the name of the find item. 5. To return to the current date, press the MENU key, and then press ENTER.
Main Menu > Games Menu 4. Press the QUIT key and highlight Yes, when prompted, to stop playing. Warning: When playing any of the virtual games (where you are moving on a real playing field), use caution in selecting an area free of hazards, such as holes, obstructions, or proximity to vehicular traffic. Playing these games may distract your attention from observing objects in your path. Memory Race This is a GPS virtual game where the playing piece moves where you move.
Main Menu > Games Menu GekoSmak GekoSmak is a GPS-based game that features you as the player piece. Periodically, gekos appear on the screen. Before the geko disappears, move toward the geko, and press ENTER to smack the geko with a hammer. If you get the geko, an “!” mark appears above the hammer, if not, only a hammer appears. Field size choices are small, medium and large. Small fields are approximately 20 yards by 30 yards and large fields are 60 yards by 90 yards.
Main Menu > Games Menu always up. The “Ship Up” setting rotates the virtual world around your ship. Your ship always points up. Press Enter to start, and blast away. Beast Hunt Although not a true GPS game, Beast Hunt requires some navigation skills, in which you must find and defeat the dragon with an arrow before it breathes fire at you or you fall into one of the pits while navigating a maze of platforms. Occasionally you are transported by slides that curve or move you diagonally.
Appendix > Specifications Appendix Power Source: Two 1.5 volt AA batteries, USB Data Cable, 12 Volt DC Adapter Cable, or up to 36 Volt DC external power Specifications Physical Battery Life: Up to 18 hours (typical use)* Weight: 7.5 ounces (213 g) w/batteries installed. *Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as the temperature decreases. Use Lithium batteries when operating the GPSMAP 60Cx in below-freezing conditions.
Appendix > Interfacing Interfacing USB Port under Weather Cover Serial Port under Weather Cover The following formats are supported for connection of external devices. Garmin Proprietary Sentences—PGRME (estimated error), PGRMM (datum string), PGRMZ (altitude). The NMEA 0183 version 3.01 interface format is supported by the GPSMAP 60Cx, and enables the unit to drive up to three NMEA devices.
Appendix > Data Field Definitions Data Field Definitions The following list provides a brief definition of each data field option. Some of these options are supported only by devices interfaced to your GPSMAP 60Cx. Glide Ratio—the ratio of horizontal distance traveled to vertical distance. Glide Ratio To Dest—the glide ratio required to descend from your position and elevation to the destination’s elevation. Accuracy Of GPS—the current accuracy of your GPSdetermined location.
Appendix > Data Field Definitions both the moving and stopped time and speed. Sunrise—the time of sunrise for the current date and location. Sunset—the time of sunset for the current date and location. Time To Destination—the estimated time enroute to your final destination, if you maintain your current speed and course. Time To Next—the estimated time enroute to the next point on your route, if you maintain your current speed and course. Time of Day—the current time and date.
Appendix > Optional Accessories Optional Accessories Several optional accessories are available to enhance the operation of your GPSMAP 60Cx. To obtain replacement parts and optional accessories, contact your Garmin Dealer, or Garmin Product Support in the USA at 800/800.1020, or Garmin Europe at 44/0870.8501241. Warning: Garmin accessories are designed and tested specifically for use with Garmin products.
Appendix > Connecting to a Computer Connecting Your GPSMAP 60Cx to a Computer You can connect your GPSMAP 60Cx to your computer using either a serial port or USB connector cable. Note: Fully install the supplied MapSource Trip & Waypoint Manager software, on your computer before connecting the USB cable to the computer. To connect your GPSMAP 60Cx to your computer: 1. Lift the USB protective cover from the back of the GPSMAP 60Cx, and insert the smaller connector on the USB cable into the matching port.
Appendix > WAAS/EGNOS What Is WAAS/EGNOS? The Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) is an FAA funded service to improve the overall integrity of the GPS signal for users in North America. The European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service (EGNOS) is the European version of WAAS and operates in the same manner. WAAS is made up of satellites and ground reference stations positioned across the United States that monitor GPS satellite data.
Appendix > Loran TD Loran TD Setup To set up Loran TD from the Setup Menu: 1. Press the MENU key twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Setup icon, and press ENTER to open the Setup Menu. 3. Use the ROCKER to highlight the Units icon, and press ENTER to open the Units Setup Page. 4. Highlight the Position Format field, and press ENTER to open the format list. 5. Highlight Loran TD, and press ENTER to open the Loran Setup Page. 6.
Appendix > Map Datums and Location Formats Map Datums and Location Formats most commonly used datum (data). If you are navigating and comparing the GPS coordinates to a map, chart, or other reference, set the map datum in the GPS unit to the same datum as the map to ensure the most accurate navigation. What Is a Location Format? Map Datums are based on a mathematical model of the Earth.
Appendix > FCC Compliance FCC Compliance The GPSMAP 60Cx complies with Part 15 of the FCC interference limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. These limits are designed to provide more reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation, and are more stringent than “outdoor” requirements.
Appendix > Limited Warranty Limited Warranty This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will at its sole option repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost.
Appendix > Limited Warranty Garmin International, Inc. 1200 E 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062 U.S.A. Tel. 913/397.8200 Fax. 913/397.8282 Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Liberty House Hounsdown Business Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 9RB 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, Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan Tel. 886/2.2642.9199 Fax 886/2.2642.
Index Index A accessories 78 addresses 23 advanced NMEA setup 75 appendix 74 B backlight 4 battery installation 2 bearing pointer 49 C data field definitions 76 deleting waypoints 12 display setup 56 E editing waypoints 12 elevation, GPS 38 entering data 7 ENTER key 3 F find 17 by name 17 calculator 67 information pages 18 calendar 66 cleaning vi information page opcompass page 48 tions 18 data fields 51 recent finds 18 options menu 49 FIND/MOB key 3 Course Deviation Indicator finding (CDI) 50 an
Index N north up/track up 38 O on-screen messages 8 P PAGE/COMPASS key 3 POI Loader 25 POWER key 3, 4 proximity alarm tones 15 proximity waypoints 66 S satellite page 38 selecting options 7 setup menu 55 display setup 56 geocache setup 61 heading setup 64 map page setup 59 Q marine setup R system setup QUIT key 3 ROCKER key 3 routes 31 copying 36 creating 31 deleting 35 navigating 32 route page options 35 turn previews 33 routing setup 60 62 55 time setup 62 units setup 63 welcome
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