rino 600 series ® owner’s manual
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Getting Started ������������������������3 Keys ����������������������������������������������3 Manual Conventions ����������������������4 Battery Information ������������������������4 Acquiring Satellite Signals �������������6 Registering Your Device ����������������6 Turning On the Backlight ���������������6 Locking the Screen ������������������������7 Radio ����������������������������������������8 About the Radio �����������������������������8 Choosing a Channel ���
Table of Contents Map Settings �������������������������������29 Tracks Settings ����������������������������30 Changing the Units of Measure ���31 Time Settings �������������������������������31 Position Format Settings �������������31 Heading Settings �������������������������31 Altimeter Settings ������������������������32 Geocache Settings ����������������������33 Routing Settings ��������������������������33 Marine Map Settings �������������������34 Fitness �����������������������������������������35
Getting Started Getting Started Keys warning S ee the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. ➊ 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. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Install the batteries (page 4). Register the device (page 6). Acquire satellites (page 6). Set up the radio (page 9). Mark a waypoint (page 15).
Getting Started ➋ ➌ Hold to turn on or off the device. Select to adjust backlight, volume, squelch level, and to lock or unlock the screen. Hold to talk. PTT stands for push-to-talk. Manual Conventions All the pages are found on the home screen. Use or to scroll through the pages. The small arrows (>) used in the text indicate that you should select a series of items in order, for example, “Select Delete > Yes.
Getting Started Charging the Lithium-ion Battery Before you use the device the first time, charge the battery. Charging a fully depleted battery takes 6 hours. The device will not charge when outside the temperature range from -4°F to 140°F (from -20°C to 60°C). 1. Plug the AC charger into a standard wall outlet. 2. Lift weather cap. 3. Plug the small end of the AC charger into the two-pin connector ➊. ➊ 4. Charge the device completely.
Getting Started 2. Lift the latch on the cover to separate the battery compartment. 3. Insert four AA batteries, observing polarity. 3. Wait while the device searches for satellites. A question mark flashes while the device determines your location. The GPS bars indicate satellite strength. When the bars are green, the device has acquired satellite signals. Registering Your Device 4. Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise. 5. Update the battery type in the system settings (page 39).
Getting Started Adjusting the Backlight Brightness The backlight levels vary for the different power sources. For example, the highest backlight setting while running on AA batteries is lower than the highest while running on the lithium-ion battery. This is to extend the AA battery life. 1. While the device is on, select . 2. Use + and - to adjust the brightness level. Locking the Screen note: This action does not lock the keys. 1. Select . 2. Select Lock Screen.
Radio Radio The radio page provides the user interface for Family Radio Service (FRS) and General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) radio operations. About the Radio The Rino has a total of 30 channels and 121 squelch codes. Channel 1-7 8-14 15-22 15R-22R Frequency GMRS and FRS channels. FRS channels. GMRS channels. Repeater channels (page 9). GMRS frequencies are regulated by the FCC. In order to transmit on GMRS frequencies, you must obtain a license from the FCC (page 52).
Radio Setting Up a Scan List You can pick which channels and codes to scan. Selecting specific channels and codes reduces the scan time and helps prevent missing a transmission. • 1. Select > Setup Scanlist. 2. Select a channel to add. 3. Select . • Monitoring for Activity You can monitor a single channel for any activity, including static and weak voice signals. This is helpful if a signal is going out of range. • Select Radio > Monitor. Radio Settings Select > Setup Radio.
Radio Canada. Position reporting is not allowed by the FCC on repeater channels. • Scramble—distorts data transmissions to other nonscrambled radios. Scramble is not available on GMRS channels. • Headset Type—allows you to select the type of headset you are using. To purchase accessories, go to http://buy.garmin.com or contact your Garmin dealer. • Vox Level—Voice operated transmission controls the sensitivity level of any Vox accessory.
Radio save favorite notes to quickly send them later. About Peer-to-Peer Positioning Creating a Note 1. Select Notes > . 2. Write the note. The maximum character limit is 13. 3. Select . 5. Select an option: • Select Send Note to send without saving. • Select Save. • Select Send and Save. note: Locations may only be sent once every 30 seconds, due to FCC restrictions. Sending a Favorite Note 1. Select Notes > . 2. Select a note to send. 3. Select Send Note.
Radio 3. Select an item. 4. Select Send. Using SAME Weather Alerts note: SAME weather alerts are available in the US only on the Rino 650 and 655t. SAME weather alerts allow you to receive county weather alerts on your device. The application shows your county map with color-coded watches and warnings. Viewing SAME Weather Alerts on the Map When a SAME weather alert is received a message appears with the alert information. Select Weather Map to veiw the weather alert on the map.
Radio Radio Page Status Indicators Message Activity on channel Radio Off Ready to transmit of FRS Ready to transmit on GMRS Receiving transmission Ready to receive weather Description A signal is being received, but does not match the current code. The 2-way radio is turned off. FRS channel is selected and the device can transmit. GMRS channel is selected and the device can transmit. The device is receiving a transmission on the selected channel.
Radio Status Bar Description The radio is on. The radio is receiving. The radio is transmitting. Peer-to-peer is enabled and is ready to transmit the position. Weather alert is turned on. The radio is muted (page 8).
Waypoints and Tracks Waypoints and Tracks Waypoints Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device. Creating a Waypoint You can save your current location as a waypoint. Select Mark Waypoint. Finding a Waypoint 1. Select Where To? > Waypoints. 2. Select a waypoint. Editing a Waypoint Before you can edit a waypoint, you must create a waypoint. 1. 2. 3. 4. Select Waypoint Manager. Select a waypoint. Select an item to edit. Enter the new information. Rino 600 Series Owner’s Manual 5. Select .
Waypoints and Tracks About Sharing Data Your device can send or receive data when connected to another compatible device. You can share waypoints, geocaches, routes, and tracks. Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly Before you can share data wirelessly, you must be within 10 feet (3 m) of the compatible Garmin device. 1. 2. 3. 4. Select Share Wirelessly. Select Transmit over ANT. Select Send or Receive. Follow the on-screen instructions. Tracks A track is a recording of your path.
Waypoints and Tracks NOTE: Using the Most Often interval provides the most track detail and fills up the device memory quicker. Viewing the Current Track The track being recorded is called the current track. 1. Select Track Manager > Current Track. 2. Select an option: • To show the current track on the map, select View Map. • To show the elevation plot for the current track, select Elevation Plot. Saving the Current Track 1. Select Track Manager > Current Track. 2.
Navigation Navigation Navigating to a Destination You can use the Where To? menu to find a destination to navigate to. Not all Where To? categories are available in all areas and maps. 1. 2. 3. 4. Select Where To?. Select an item. Select Go. Navigate using the map (page 18) or compass (page 19). Searching Near a Location You can use the search feature to find POIs near a point on the map, your current location, or a waypoint. This may require additional maps, see page 44. 1. Select Where To? > 18 . 2.
Navigation route is marked with a magenta line. Calibrating the Compass To customize the map settings, see page 29. To customize the map dashboard and data fields, see page 27. notice Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. Do not stand near objects that influence magnetic fields, such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines. Using the Map You can use the map to navigate an active route. 1. Select Map. 2. Follow to your destination. Compass The device has a 3-axis compass.
Navigation 2. Select Compass. 3. Turn until points toward the top of the compass, and continue moving in that direction to the destination. As you drift from the intended course to the destination, the course deviation indicator ➍ (CDI) provides the indication of drift (right or left) from the course. About the Course Pointer The course pointer is most useful if you are navigating on water or where there are no major obstacles in your path.
Navigation 1. Select Contacts. 2. Select a contact. 3. Select View Map > Go. 2. Select Find a Geocache. 3. Select a geocache. 4. Select Go. Geocaches Routes Downloading Geocaches 1. Connect your device to a computer (page 42). 2. Go to www.OpenCaching.com. 3. If necessary, create an account. 4. Sign in. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to find and download geocaches to your device. Creating a Route 1. Select Route Planner > Create Route > Select First Point. 2. Select a category. 3.
Navigation 2. 3. 4. 5. Select a route. Select Change Name. Enter the new name. Select . Editing a Route 1. Select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Edit Route. 4. Select a point. 5. Select an option: • To view the point on the map, select Review. • To change the order of the point on the route, select Move Down or Move Up. • To add an additional point on the route, select Insert. The additional point is inserted before the point you are editing.
Navigation Using Sight ‘N Go 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. Rino 600 Series Owner’s Manual Starting Navigation to a Man Overboard Location You can save a man overboard (MOB) location, and start navigation back to it. 1.
Camera and Photos Camera and Photos You can take photos with the Rino 655t. When you take a photo, the geographic location is automatically saved in the photo information. You can navigate to the location like a waypoint (page 25). Taking a Photo 1. Select Camera. 2. Turn the device horizontally or vertically to change the orientation of the photo. 3. If necessary, select + or - to zoom in or out. 4. Select to take a photo.
Camera and Photos Navigating to a Photo 1. Select Where To? > Photos. 2. Select a photo. 3. Select Go. 4. Navigate using the map (page 18) or compass (page 19). Uploading and Downloading Photos Before you can upload photos to Garmin Connect, you must sign up for a myGarmin account. 1. Go to http://my.garmin.com, and log into your myGarmin account. 2. Connect your device to the computer (page 42). 3. Follow the on-screen directions to upload or download photos.
Customizing Your Device Customizing Your Device Customizing the Data Fields You can customize the data fields that appear on the screen. For data field descriptions, see page 45. 1. Select a data field to change. 2. Select a data field data field from the list. Customizing the Home Screen You can customize the pages as they appear on your device home screen. 1. Select Setup > Main Menu. 2. Select an icon you want to edit. 3. Select an option: • Select a new position for the icon.
Customizing Your Device 2. Select a profile. 3. Select Delete. Customizing Specific Pages You can customize the data and dashboards of the map, compass, trip computer, and elevation plot. Enabling the Map Data Fields By default, the map does not show data fields. You must enable the data fields before you can edit them. 1. Select Setup > Map > Data Fields. 2. Select the number of data fields to display. Changing the Data Fields Before you can change the map fields, you must enable them (page 27). 1.
Customizing Your Device 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.
Customizing Your Device • Background Color—sets the color used on the device screen. • Screen Capture—allows you to take screen captures on the device. • Battery Save—turns the screen off after a period of inactivity to prolong the battery life. • Screen Calibration—page 29. Calibrating the Touchscreen The screen does not normally require calibration. However, if the screen does not seem to be responding properly, calibrate the touchscreen. 1. Select Setup > Display > Screen Calibration. 2.
Customizing Your Device zoom levels, the text size, and the detail level of the map. ◦◦ Zoom Levels—selects the zoom level for map items. ◦◦ Text Size—selects the text size for map items. ◦◦ Detail—selects the amount of detail shown on the map. Showing more detail may cause the map to redraw more slowly. ◦◦ Shaded Relief—shows detail relief on the map (if available) or turns off shading. • Map Information—allows you to enable or disable the maps currently loaded on the device.
Customizing Your Device Changing the Units of Measure You can customize units of measure for distance and speed, elevation, depth, temperature, and pressure. 1. Select Setup > Units. 2. Select a measurement type. 3. Select a unit of measure for the setting. Time Settings 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.
Customizing Your Device • Display—sets the type of directional heading on the compass. • North Reference—sets the north reference of the compass. • Go To Line/Pointer—allows you to select how the course appears. ◦◦ Bearing (Small or Large)—the direction to your destination. ◦◦ Course (CDI)—your relationship to a course line leading to a destination.
Customizing Your Device 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. • Calibrate Altimeter—page 33. Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know the correct elevation or the correct pressure. 1. Select Setup > Altimeter. 2. Select Altimeter Calibration. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Customizing Your Device for your routes. ◦◦ Off Road—calculates point-topoint 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. ◦◦ Prompted—allows you to select a route calculation mode before navigating. • Calculates Routes for—optimizes the routes for the selected transportation method.
Customizing Your Device presentation for optimal use while fishing. • Appearance—allows you to set the appearance of marine navigation aids on the map. • Marine Alarm Setup ◦◦ Anchor Drag Alarm—alarm sounds when you exceed a specified drift distance while anchored. ◦◦ Off Course Alarm—alarm sounds when you are off course by a specified distance. ◦◦ Deep Water/Shallow Water— alarm sounds when you enter water of a specific depth. Setting up Marine Alarms 1. Select Setup > Marine > Marine Alarm Setup. 2.
Tools Tools Trip Computer The trip computer displays your current speed, average speed, maximum speed, trip odometer, and other helpful statistics. To customize the trip computer, see page 27. Elevation Plot By default, the elevation plot displays the elevation for an elapsed time. To customize the elevation plot, see page 27. Viewing the Calendar and Almanacs You can view device activity for each day, as well as almanac information for the sun and moon information and hunting and fishing. 36 1.
Tools Setting an Alarm If you are not currently using the device, you can set the device to turn on at a specific time. 1. Select Alarm Clock. 2. Select + and - to set the time. 3. Select Turn Alarm On. 4. Select an option. The alarm sounds at the selected time. If the device is off at the alarm time, the device turns on and sounds the alarm. Opening the Stopwatch Select Stopwatch.
Device Information Device Information Updating the Software Before you can update the software, you must connect the device to your computer (page 42). 1. Go to www.garmin.com/products /webupdater. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. note: Updating the software does not erase any of your data or settings. Specifications Water resistance Battery type Battery life Viewing Device Information You can view the unit ID, software version, and license agreement. Select Setup > About.
Device Information 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.
Device Information 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. Caring for the Device NOTICE Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic components. Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or damage may result. Cleaning the Device 1. Dampen a clean cloth with a mild detergent solution. 2. Wipe the device with the damp cloth. 3. Thoroughly dry the device.
Device Information Extreme Temperatures notice Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent damage. 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 these file types. • Files from BaseCamp™ or HomePort™ Go to www.garmin.
Device Information 3. Place the microSD card ➋ in the device with the contacts facing down. 4. Close the card holder. 5. Slide the card holder toward the bottom of the device to lock it. 6. Replace the battery pack, and turn the D-ring clockwise. Connecting the Device 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 ➊. ➊ 42 3. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB port.
Device Information 5. Select Edit > Paste. Deleting Files Notice If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your device memory contains important system files that should not be deleted. Be especially cautious of folders entitled “Garmin.” NOTICE Your device memory contains important system files and folders that should not be deleted. 4. Press the Delete key on your keyboard. Disconnecting the USB Cable 1.
Appendix Appendix Additional Maps You can use additional maps in the device, such as BirdsEye™ satellite imagery, BlueChart® g2, and City Navigator® detailed maps. Detailed maps may contain additional points of interest, such as restaurants or marine services. For more information, go to http://buy.garmin.com or contact your Garmin dealer. Optional Accessories Optional accessories, such as mounts, preloaded map memory cards, fitness accessories, and replacement parts, are available at http://buy.garmin.
Appendix 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 recognizes the ANT+ accessory each time it is activated.
Appendix Data Field Barometer Battery Level Bearing Cadence (cadence accessory required) Course Depth Descent Average 46 Description The calibrated current pressure. The remaining battery power. The direction from your current location to a destination. Revolutions of the crank arm or strides per minute. The direction from your starting location to a destination. The depth of the water. Requires a connection to a NMEA 0183 depth-capable device to acquire data (page 27).
Appendix Data Field ETA at Next Description 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 The glide ratio Dest. required to descend from your current position and elevation to the destination elevation. GPS Signal The strength of the Strength GPS signal. Heading The direction you are moving. Heart Rate Your heart rate in (heart rate beats per minute monitor (bpm).
Appendix Data Field Speed Speed Maximum Speed Moving Avg. Speed Overall Avg. Sunrise Sunset 48 Description The current rate of speed at which you are moving since last reset. The maximum speed reached since last reset. The average speed of the device while moving since last reset. Your average speed since last reset. The time of sunrise based on your GPS position. The time of sunset based on your GPS position. Data Field Description Temperature - The temperature of Water the water.
Appendix Data Field Description Trip Odometer A running tally of the distance traveled since the last reset. Trip Time A running tally of time Moving since the last reset. Trip Time The time spent not Stopped moving since the last reset. Trip Time A running tally of Total distance traveled since the last reset. 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.
Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Solution My device will not use Channels 1-7 and 15-22 are GMRS channels. These channels above 15. channels are not available on the device unless the GMRS radio is activated in the radio setup (page 9). The screen does not 1. Remove the batteries. respond. How do I 2. Reinstall the batteries. reset the device? Note: This does not erase any of your data or settings. I want to reset all the Select Setup > Reset > Restore Defaults to Factory customized settings Settings.
Appendix Problem The batteries do not last long. How do I know my device is in USB mass storage mode? Solution To learn how to maximize the battery life, see page 39. On the device, an image of the device connected to a computer appears. 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 You may have loaded a corrupted file. connected to the 1. Disconnect the device from your computer.
Appendix FCC Licensing Information The Rino two-way radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service(GMRS) frequencies regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the United States. Operation on the GMRS frequencies is subject to rules as specified in 47 CFR Part 95. In order to transmit on GMRS frequencies, you are required to obtain a license from the FCC. An individual 18 years of age or older, who is not a representative of a foreign government, is eligible to apply for a GMRS license.
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Index Index A AA batteries 6 accessories 42, 49 fitness 42 microSD card 42 acquiring satellite signals 48 active route 21 advanced map setup 27 alarms clock 35 marine 33 tones for 27 altimeter calibrating 31 plot type 30 settings 30 ANT+ accessories 42 automotive mode 27 auto zoom 27 54 B backlight 7 BaseCamp 39 batteries 26, 36, 44 about 37 charging 5 information 4 installing 4 maximizing life 37 selecting the type 4, 37 storage 4, 37 warnings 4, 37 beeps 27 C call 3 camera 22 caring for the device 38 l
Index deleting files 40 profiles 24 routes 21 tracks 15 waypoints 13 display backlight 7 backlight timeout 26 screen capture 26 settings 26 downloading software 36 E editing profiles 24 routes 20 waypoints 13 elevation plot 15 F Family Radio Service (FRS) 8 fitness options 42 G General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) 8 geocaches 19, 31 downloading 19 navigating 20 settings 30 GPS signals 6, 43, 45, 48 system settings 25 H heading settings 29 headset 9 HomePort 39 L language 26 locking screen 7 M man overboard
Index positioning 11 sending location 11 photos 22 taking 22 uploading and downloading 23 viewing 22 position format 29 power 4 profiles creating 24 push-to-talk 4 defaults 33 trip data 33 waypoints 33 routes 20–21 active route 21 avoidance 32 creating 20 deleting 21 editing 20 guidance method 31 navigating 21 settings 31 R radio channels 8 icons 11 scanning 8 set up 9 status indicators 11 recording 14, 28 registering your device 6 reset current track 33 data 33 S satellite signals 6, 43, 45, 48 system
Index track up 27 transferring files 40 using USB 40 wirelessly 14 trip computer 34 troubleshooting 48 U unit ID 36 updating software 36 USB cable 49 connecting 40 disconnecting 41 W waypoints averaging 13 creating 13 deleting 13 editing 13 navigating to 13 Z zoom 27 Rino 600 Series Owner’s Manual 57
For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. © 2011 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, Zhangshu 2nd Road, Xizhi Dist., New Taipei City, 221, Taiwan (R.O.C.) www.garmin.com June 2011 190-01183-00 Rev.
