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GPSMAP 78 series
quick start manual
for use with the GPSMAP 78, GPSMAP
78s, and GPSMAP 78sc
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2. Insert the batteries, observing
acquiring Satellite
Signals
polarity.
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.
3. Replace the battery cover.
For best results, after you install new
batteries, update the battery type in the
A question mark flashes while the
device determines your location.
4. Quickly press
to open the
backlight status page.
Turning the Device On or
Off
The GPS bars indicate satellite
strength. When the bars are green,
the device has acquired satellite
signals.
Press and hold
.
Setting Your Language
1. Turn on the unit.
2. Use the Rocker to select a
language.
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Buttons
PaGE
MEnU
Press PaGE to scroll
through the main pages
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.
FinD/MOB
Press FinD to open the
search menu.
Press and hold MarK to
save your current location
as a waypoint.
Press and hold MOB
(man overboard function)
to store your current
location as a waypoint
and begin navigation to
that point.
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 and hold
the device on and off.
Quickly press
the backlight status page.
to turn
to open
Press - to zoom out on
the map.
QUiT
Press QUiT to cancel
or return to the previous
menu or page.
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2. Select a waypoint.
3. Press Menu.
4. Select Delete.
waypoints
Waypoints are locations you record and
store in the device.
Creating waypoints
1. From any page, press and hold
MARK.
Main Pages
The information needed to operate this
device is found on the following pages:
map, compass, main menu, and trip
computer.
2. Select Done.
Editing a waypoint
Before you can edit a waypoint, you
must create a waypoint.
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.
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.
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3. Move the cursor to a point you
want to measure to.
Changing the Map Orientation
1. From the map, press Menu.
The distance appears at the top of
the page.
2. Select Setup Map > Orientation.
3. Select an orientation:
4. Press quiT to stop measuring.
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Select north up to show north
at the top of the page.
Compass
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Select Track up to show your
current direction of travel at the
top of the page.
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.
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Select Automotive Mode to
show a perspective view.
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.
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Calibrating the Compass
Calibrating the Barometric
altimeter
nOTe: The elevation plot page is
available only with the GPSMAP 78s
and GPSMAP 78sc.
notice
Calibrate the electronic compass
outdoors. Do not stand near objects that
influence magnetic fields, such as cars,
buildings, or overhead power lines.
You can manually calibrate the
barometric altimeter if you know
the correct elevation or the correct
pressure.
nOTe: The three-axis compass is
available only with the GPSMAP 78s
and GPSMAP 78sc.
1. From the elevation plot, press
Menu.
You should calibrate the compass after
moving long distances, experiencing
temperature changes, or changing the
batteries.
2. Select Calibrate Altimeter.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
1. From the compass, press Menu.
2. Select Calibrate Compass > Start.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Trip Computer
The trip computer displays your current
speed, average speed, maximum
speed, trip odometer, and other helpful
statistics.
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Customizing Data Fields
You can customize the data fields
displayed on each main page.
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.
For data field descriptions, see the
GPSMAP 78 Owner’s Manual.
1. From any page, press FinD.
2. Select Waypoints.
3. Select a waypoint.
4. Select Go.
1. From a main page, press Menu.
2. Select Change Data Fields.
3. Select a data field.
4. Press enTeR.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Change Your Guidance
Method
You can select a guidance method that
is for off-road use, that follows the
roads, or that prompts you each time
you begin navigating.
about Tracks
Your Garmin device records a track log
while you are moving. You can save
these tracks and navigate to them later.
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> Routing > Guidance Method.
2. Select an option.
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Creating a route
1. From the main menu, select Route
Planner > Create Route > Select
First Point.
Using Sight ‘n Go
nOTe: Sight ‘N Go is available only
with the GPSMAP 78s and GPSMAP
78sc.
2. Select a category.
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.
3. Select the first point in the route.
4. Select use.
5. Select Select next Point.
1. From the main menu, select Sight
‘n Go.
6. Repeat steps 2–5 until the route is
complete.
2. Point the device at an object.
A route must contain at least two
points.
3. Select Lock Direction > Set
Course.
7. Press quiT to save the route.
4. Use the compass to navigate to the
object.
navigating a route
1. Press FinD.
2. Select Routes.
3. Select a route.
4. Select Go.
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and decrease the backlight timeout to
maximize battery power.
attaching the wrist Strap
1. Place
the
loop of
the wrist
strap through
the slot opening
at the bottom of the
device.
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.
2. Route the strap through the loop
and pull it tight.
Selecting the Battery Type
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> System > Battery Type.
Maximizing Battery Life
Using the Battery Save Option
Use the battery save option to save
battery power and prolong battery life.
2. Select Alkaline, Lithium, or
Rechargeable niMH.
From the main menu, select Setup
> Display > Battery Save > On.
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.
Decreasing the Backlight
Extensive use of screen backlighting
can significantly reduce battery life.
You can adjust the backlight brightness
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nOTe: This does not erase any of your
data or settings.
registering Your Device
Help us better support you by
completing our online registration
today.
Contacting Garmin
Product Support
You can contact Garmin Product
Support if you have any questions
about this product.
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Keep the original sales receipt, or a
photocopy, in a safe place.
resetting the Device
If your GPSMAP 78 screen or buttons
stop responding, you can reset the
device.
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In the USA, go to www.garmin
.com/support, or contact Garmin
USA by phone at (913) 397.8200 or
(800) 800.1020.
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•
In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe)
Ltd. by phone at 0808 2380000.
1. Remove the batteries.
In Europe, go to www.garmin.com
Support for in-country support
information, or contact Garmin
(Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0)
870.8501241.
nOTe: This does not erase any of your
data or settings.
Updating the Software
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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