GPSMAP 62 series ® D R A FT quick start manual For use with the GPSMAP 62, 62s, 62st, 62sc, and 62stc
Getting Started Getting More 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. 2 Battery Information The device operates on two AA batteries. Use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries. Use precharged NiMH or lithium batteries for best results. Installing the Batteries R A Install the batteries (page 2). Turn on the device (page 3). Acquire satellites (page 3). Mark a waypoint (page 5).
Acquiring Satellite Signals It may take 30 to 60 seconds to acquire signals. FT 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. A 3. Replace the battery cover.
Buttons Press QUIT to cancel or return to the previous menu or page. ENTER Press ENTER to select options and acknowledge messages. 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). PAGE Press PAGE to scroll through the main pages (page 5). Press and hold to turn the device on and off. to open Quickly press the backlight status page.
Waypoints Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device. Main Pages The information needed to operate this device is found on the following pages: map, compass, main menu, and trip computer. FT Creating Waypoints 1. From any page, press MARK. 2. Select Done. 3. Press Menu. 4. Select Delete > Yes. Editing a Waypoint Before you can edit a waypoint, you must create a waypoint. The position icon represents your location on the map.
• Select Track Up to show your current direction of travel at the top of the page. • Select Automotive Mode to show a perspective view. 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.
temperature changes, or changing the batteries. The trip computer displays your current speed, average speed, maximum speed, trip odometer, and other helpful statistics. Customizing Data Fields FT 1. From the compass, press MENU. 2. Select Calibrate Compass > Start. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Trip Computer You can customize the data fields displayed on each main page. For data field descriptions, see the GPSMAP 62 Series Owner’s Manual.
Navigating to a Waypoint Using the Search Menu 1. 2. 3. 4. From any page, press FIND. Select Waypoints. Select a waypoint. Select Go. 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.
Using Sight ‘N Go NOTE: Sight ‘N Go is available only with the GPSMAP 62s and GPSMAP 62st. FT You can point the device at an object in the distance, such as a bridge, lock in the direction, and then navigate to the object. 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. Hold to focus. 5. Release to take a photo. Attaching the Wrist Strap 1.
Attaching the Carabiner Clip You can adjust the backlight brightness and decrease the backlight timeout to maximize battery power. FT 1. Quickly press to open the backlight status page. 2. Use the Rocker to adjust the brightness. Adjusting the Backlight Timeout 1. From the main menu, select Setup > Display > Backlight Timeout. 2. Select a time. A 1. Position the carabiner clip in the slots on the mounting spine. 2. Slide the clip up until it locks in place.
batteries are removed. Registering Your Device • Go to http://my.garmin.com. • Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. 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. • In Europe, go to www.garmin.
Garmin®, the Garmin logo, and GPSMAP® are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in the USA and other countries. These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin. A FT Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. 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. © 2010–2011 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries R Garmin International, Inc.
