®
GPSMAP 78 series
owner’s manual
for use with the GPSMAP 78, GPSMAP
78S, and GPSMAP 78Sc
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Table of Contents
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
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
Main Menu Features and
Navigating with Waypoints
and Routes.......................... 6
Waypoints.................................. 6
Routes....................................... 7
Additional Maps......................... 9
Settings ............................. 19
Geocaches .............................. 19
Share Wirelessly...................... 19
Proximity Alarms...................... 20
Profile Change......................... 20
Area Calculation...................... 20
Satellite.................................... 21
Additional Main Menu Tools..... 21
Tracks................................ 10
About Tracks............................ 10
Navigating a Saved Track.........11
Customizing Your Device 23
Customizing Data Fields.......... 23
Data Field Options................... 23
System Settings....................... 27
Using the Main Pages ...... 12
Customizing the Data Fields.... 12
Display Settings....................... 28
Setting Up Tones ..................... 28
Marine Settings........................ 28
Setting up Marine Alarms ........ 29
Resetting Data......................... 30
Changing the Page
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
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
Accessories........................... 39
Data Management................... 40
Attaching the Wrist Strap......... 43
Caring for the Device............... 44
Troubleshooting....................... 45
Index.................................. 47
Appendix ........................... 35
Registering Your Device.......... 35
Updating the Software............. 35
Viewing Important Device
Information............................ 35
Getting Started
Manual Conventions
Getting Started
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
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product
Information guide in the product
box for product warnings and other
important information.
The small arrows (>) used in the text
indicate that you should select a series
of items in order, for example, “Select
Delete > Yes.”
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.
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Getting Started
Battery Information
Turning the Device On or
Off
The device operates on two AA
batteries. Use alkaline, NiMH, or
lithium batteries. Use precharged
NiMH or lithium batteries for best
Press and hold
.
Setting Your Language
1. Turn on the unit.
2. Use the Rocker to select a
language.
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
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Getting Started
Acquiring Satellite
Signals
Buttons
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.
Button
Description
FIND/MOB
Press FIND to open the
search menu.
4. Quickly press
to open the
backlight status page.
Press and hold MOB
(man overboard function)
to store your current
location as a waypoint
and begin navigation to
that point.
The GPS bars indicate satellite
strength. When the bars are green, the
device has acquired satellite signals.
Press and hold
to
turn the device on and
off.
Quickly press
to
open the backlight status
page.
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Getting Started
Press up, down, right,
and left to select menu
options and to move the
map cursor.
QUIT
Press QUIT to cancel
or return to the previous
menu or page.
Rocker
PAGE
MENU
Press PAGE to scroll
through the main pages
+
-
Press + to zoom in on
the map.
Press MENU to open
the options menu for the
page that is currently
open.
Press - to zoom out on
the map.
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.
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Navigating with Waypoints and Routes
Editing a Waypoint
Before you can edit a waypoint, you
must create a waypoint.
Navigating with
Waypoints and Routes
1. From the main menu, select
Waypoints
Waypoints are locations you record and
store in the device.
Waypoint Manager.
2. Select a waypoint.
3. Select an attribute (such as the
name or location).
Creating Waypoints
1. From any page, press and hold
MARK.
4. Enter the new information.
5. Select Done.
2. Select Done.
Deleting a Waypoint
1. From the main menu, select
Waypoint Manager.
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.
2. Select a waypoint.
3. Press MENu.
4. Select Delete.
1. From any page, press FIND.
2. Select Waypoints.
3. Select a waypoint.
4. Select Go.
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Navigating with Waypoints and Routes
Editing the Name of a Route
1. From the main menu, select Route
Planner.
Routes
A route is a sequence of waypoints that
leads you to your final destination.
2. Select a route.
Creating a Route
3. Select Change Name.
4. Enter the new name.
5. Select Done.
1. From the main menu, select Route
Planner > Create Route > Select
First Point.
2. Select a category.
Editing a Route
1. From the main menu, select Route
Planner.
3. Select the first point in the route.
4. Select use.
2. Select a route.
5. Select Select Next Point.
3. Select Edit Route.
4. Select a point.
6. Repeat steps 2–5 until the route is
complete.
5. Select an option:
A route must contain at least two
points.
•
Review—shows the point on
the map.
7. Press quIT to save the route.
•
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.
3. Select a route.
4. Select Go.
The additional point is inserted
before the point you are editing.
Viewing the Active Route
1. From the main menu, select Active
Route.
•
Remove—removes the point
from the route.
2. Select a point in the route to view
additional details.
Viewing a Route on the Map
1. From the main menu, select Route
Planner.
Stopping Navigation of a Route
1. From any page, press FIND.
2. Select a route.
2. Select Stop Navigation.
3. Select View Map.
Navigating a Reverse Route
1. From the main menu, select Route
Planner.
Deleting a Route
1. From the main menu, select Route
Planner.
2. Select a route.
2. Select a route.
3. Select Reverse Route.
4. Select the route again.
5. Select View Map.
6. Select Go.
3. Select Delete Route.
Navigating a Route
1. Press FIND.
2. Select Routes.
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Navigating with Waypoints and Routes
6. Enter the house number.
7. Enter the street.
Additional Maps
To purchase preloaded detailed map
data cards, go to http://buy.garmin.com
or contact your Garmin dealer.
8. Select Go.
Finding Marine Services
1. Press FIND.
Finding an Address with City
Navigator®
2. Select Marine Services.
3. Select a category.
4. Select a destination.
5. Select Go.
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.
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Tracks
4. Select an option:
Tracks
•
•
•
Distance—records tracks at a
specified distance.
About Tracks
Your Garmin device records a track log
while you are moving. You can save
these tracks and navigate to them later.
Time–records tracks at a
specified time.
Auto—records tracks at a
variable rate to create an
optimum representation of your
tracks.
You can view archived or loaded tracks
by selecting Track Manager from the
main menu.
5. Select Recording Interval.
Managing Track Log Recording
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> Tracks > Track Log.
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.
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.
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Tracks
Viewing the Current Track
The track being recorded is called the
current track.
Clearing the Current Track
From the main menu, select Setup
> Reset > Clear Current Track >
Yes.
1. From the main menu, select Track
Manager > Current Track.
Deleting a Track
1. From the main menu, select Track
Manager.
2. Select an option:
•
View Map—shows the current
track on the map.
2. Select a track.
3. Select Delete > Yes.
•
Elevation Plot—shows the
current track.
Navigating a Saved Track
You must record and save a track
using it.
Saving the Current Track
1. From the main menu, select Track
Manager > Current Track.
1. Press FIND.
2. Select what you want to save:
2. Select Tracks.
3. Select a saved track.
4. Select Go.
•
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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Using the Main Pages
Map
Using the Main Pages
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.
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
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.
1. From a main page, press MENu.
2. Select Change Data Fields.
3. Select a data field.
•
Select Track up to show your
current direction of travel at the
top of the page.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
•
Select Automotive Mode to
show a perspective view.
Restoring Default Page
Settings
1. From a main page, press MENu.
2. Select Restore Defaults.
3. Press ENTER.
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Using the Main Pages
•
•
Guidance Text—allows you to
select when to show guidance text
on the map.
Measuring Distance
You can move the cursor around the
map to measure distance from the
current location.
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.
1. From the map, press MENu.
2. Select Measure Distance.
The device automatically begins
measuring from your current
location.
◦
Zoom Levels—map items
draw or appear at or below the
selected zoom level.
3. Move the cursor to a point you
want to measure to.
The distance appears at the top of
the page.
◦
◦
Text Size—allows you to select
the text size for map items.
4. Press quIT to stop measuring.
Detail—allows you to select the
amount of map data displayed
on the device.
Map Setup Options
From the map, press MENu, and
select Setup Map.
NOTE: Higher detail settings
may cause the map to redraw
slowly.
•
Map Orientation—allows you to
select how the map is displayed
•
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
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.
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.
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
4. Use the compass to navigate to the
object.
Using the Compass
You can use the compass to navigate an
active route.
Compass Setup Options
From the compass, press MENu, and
select Setup Heading.
1. Press PAGE.
2. Hold the device level.
•
Display—shows the type of
directional heading on the compass:
3. Follow the bearing pointer to
your destination.
◦
◦
◦
Directional Letters—sets the
compass reading to directional
letters (N, S, E, W).
Using Sight ‘N Go
NOTE: Sight ‘N Go is available only
with the GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP
78Sc.
Numeric Degrees—sets the
compass reading to degrees
(0°–359°).
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.
Mils—sets the compass reading
to mils (0 mils–6399 mils).
•
North Reference—sets the north
reference of the compass:
1. From the main menu, select Sight
‘N Go.
◦
◦
True—sets true north as the
heading reference.
2. Point the device at an object.
Magnetic—automatically sets
the magnetic declination for
your location.
3. Select Lock Direction > Set
Course.
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Using the Main Pages
◦
Grid—sets grid north as the
heading reference (0°).
Elevation Plot
NOTE: The elevation plot page is
available only with the GPSMAP 78S
and GPSMAP 78Sc.
◦
user—sets the magnetic
variation value.
•
•
Go To Line/Pointer—allows
you to select how the course is
displayed.
Calibrating the Barometric
Altimeter
You can manually calibrate the
barometric altimeter if you know
the correct elevation or the correct
pressure.
◦
Bearing (Small/Large) indicates
the direction to your destination.
◦
Course indicates your
relationship to a course line
leading to a destination.
1. From the elevation plot, press
MENu.
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.
2. Select Calibrate Altimeter.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
•
Select To Begin—starts the
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Using the Main Pages
•
Reset—resets the elevation plot
data:
Elevation Plot Setup Options
From the elevation plot, press MENu.
◦
◦
◦
◦
Reset Trip Data—resets all
trip data.
•
Change Plot Type—sets the type
of data shown on the elevation plot:
Delete All Waypoints—deletes
all saved waypoints.
◦
◦
◦
◦
Elevation/Time—records
elevation changes over a period
of time.
Clear Current Track—deletes
the track log.
Elevation/Distance—records
elevation changes over a
distance.
Restore Defaults—restores the
device to factory settings.
Barometric Pressure—records
barometric pressure over a
period of time.
Opening the Main Menu
Ambient Pressure—records
ambient pressure changes over a
period of time.
The main menu gives you access to
setup screens including waypoints,
main menu settings pages.
•
Adjust Zoom Ranges—adjusts
the zoom ranges shown on the
elevation plot page.
From any page, press MENu
twice.
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Using the Main Pages
•
Change Dashboard—changes the
theme and information displayed on
the dashboard.
Trip Computer
The trip computer displays your current
speed, average speed, maximum
speed, trip odometer, and other helpful
statistics.
NOTE: Your customized settings
are remembered by the dashboard,
and will not be lost when you
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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Main Menu Features and Settings
Navigating to a Geocache
1. From the main menu, select
Geocaches.
Main Menu Features
and Settings
2. Select Find a Geocache.
3. Select a geocache.
4. Select Go.
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.
Share Wirelessly
NOTE: The share wirelessly feature is
available only with the GPSMAP 78S
and GPSMAP 78Sc.
Downloading Geocaches
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.
2. Connect your device to your
Sending and Receiving Data
1. From the main menu, select Share
Wirelessly.
4. Download the Garmin
Communicator plug in.
2. Select Send or Receive.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions
to download geocaches to your
device.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Main Menu Features and Settings
Setting a Profile
1. From the main menu, select Profile
Change.
Proximity Alarms
Proximity alarms alert you when you
are approaching a predetermined area.
Your current profile is indicated on
the page.
Setting a Proximity Alarm
1. From the main menu, select
Proximity Alarms.
2. Select a profile.
2. Select Create New.
3. Select a category.
4. Select a point.
5. Select use.
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.
6. Enter a radius.
7. Select Done.
3. Select Calculate when finished.
Profile Change
After you calculate the area, you can
save the track to your device and
change the unit of measure.
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.
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Main Menu Features and Settings
•
•
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.
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.
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.
•
Single Color—allows you to
select whether the satellite page is
displayed in multicolor or single
color.
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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
Data Field
Description
Customizing Your
Device
**Ambient
Pressure
The uncalibrated
environmental
pressure.
**Ascent -
Average
The average vertical
distance of ascent.
Customizing Data Fields
You can customize the data fields
displayed on each main page.
**Ascent -
Maximum
The maximum ascent
rate in feet/meters per
minute.
1. From a main page, press MENu.
2. Select Change Data Fields.
3. Select a data field.
**Ascent - Total
**Barometer
The total elevation
distance ascended.
The calibrated current
pressure.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Battery Level
Bearing
The remaining battery
power.
Data Field Options
** Available only with the
GPSMAP 78S and GPSMAP 78Sc.
The direction from your
current location to a
destination.
**Cadence
(cadence
accessory
required)
Revolutions of the
crank arm or strides
per minute.
Data Field
Description
Accuracy of GPS The margin of error for
your exact location.
For example, your
Course
The direction from your
starting location to a
destination.
GPS location is
accurate to within
+/- 12 feet.
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Customizing Your Device
Data Field
Description
Data Field
Description
Depth
The depth of the water.
Requires a connection
to a NMEA 0183
ETA at Destination The estimated time of
day you will reach your
final destination.
depth-capable device
to acquire data
(page 27).
ETA at Next
The estimated time of
day you will reach the
next waypoint on the
route.
**Descent
- Average
The average vertical
distance of descent.
Glide Ratio
The ratio of horizontal
distance traveled to
the change in vertical
distance.
**Descent
- Maximum
The maximum descent
rate in feet/meter per
minute.
**Descent - Total The total elevation
distance descended.
Glide Ratio To
Dest.
The glide ratio required
to descend from
your current position
and elevation to the
destination elevation.
Distance to Dest. The distance to your
final destination.
Distance to Next
The remaining
GPS Signal
Strength
The strength of the
GPS signal.
distance to the next
waypoint on the route.
Heading
The direction you are
moving.
Elevation
The altitude of your
current location above
or below sea level.
**Heart Rate
Your heart rate in beats
(heart rate monitor per minute (bpm).
required)
**Elevation
- Maximum
The highest elevation
reached.
**Elevation
- Minimum
The lowest elevation
reached.
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Data Field
Description
Data Field
Description
Location (lat/lon) Displays the current
position in the default
position format
Speed - Maximum The maximum speed
reached since last
reset.
regardless of the
selected settings. .
Speed - Moving
Avg.
The average speed
of the device while
moving since last
reset.
Location
(selected)
Displays the current
position in the selected
position format.
Speed - Overall
Avg.
Your average speed
since last reset.
Odometer
Off Course
A running tally of
distance traveled for
all trips.
Sunrise
The time of sunrise
based on your GPS
position.
The distance to the left
or the right by which
you have strayed from
the original path of
travel.
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
Pointer
Speed
The data field arrow
points in the direction
of the next waypoint
or turn.
The current rate of
speed at which you
are moving since last
reset.
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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Customizing Your Device
Data Field
Description
Data Field
Description
Time to
Destination
The estimated time
needed to reach your
final destination.
Turn
The angle of difference
(in degrees) between
the bearing to your
destination and your
current course. L
Time to Next
The estimated time
needed until you reach
the next waypoint on
the route.
means turn left. R
means turn right.
Velocity Made
Good
The speed at which
you are closing on a
destination along a
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.
Vert. Speed to
Dest.
The measurement of
your rate of ascent
or descent to a
Trip Time - Moving A running tally of time
since the last reset.
predetermined altitude.
Vertical Speed
Your rate of altitude
gain or loss over time.
Trip Time
- Stopped
The time spent not
moving since the last
reset.
Waypoint at Dest. The last point on
a route to your
Trip Time - Total
A running tally of
distance traveled since
the last reset.
destination.
Waypoint at Next The next point on your
route.
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◦
◦
◦
◦
Garmin Serial—Garmin
proprietary format used to
provide PVT protocol data.
System Settings
From the main menu, select Setup >
System.
NMEA In/Out—provides
standard NMEA 0183 output
and input.
•
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
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.
•
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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Display Settings
From the main menu, select Setup >
Display.
Marine Settings
From the main menu, select Setup >
Marine.
•
•
•
•
Marine Chart Mode—allows you
to select a nautical chart or a fishing
chart:
Colors—sets the colors used on the
device screens.
◦
◦
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.
•
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.
Fishing—(requires marine
maps) displays a detailed view
of bottom contours and depth
soundings. Simplifies map
presentation for optimal use
while fishing.
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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•
•
Spot Soundings—allows you to
turn spot soundings on and set
dangerous depths.
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.
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.
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> Marine Settings.
2. Select Anchor Drag Alarm > On.
3. Enter a distance.
4. Select Done.
•
•
Symbol Set—allows you to show
NOAA or IALA symbols on the
map.
Setting the Off Course Alarm
You can set an alarm to sound when
you are off course by a specified
distance.
Marine Alarm Setup—sets the
anchor drag alarm, off course
alarm, deep water alarm, and
shallow water alarm.
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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1. From the main menu, select Setup
> Reset.
Setting the Deep Water or
Shallow Water Alarm
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> Marine > Marine Alarm Setup.
2. Select an item to reset.
Changing the Page
Sequence
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.
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> Page Sequence.
7. Select Done.
2. Select a page.
Resetting Data
You can reset trip data, delete all
waypoints, clear the current track, or
restore default values.
3. Select Move.
4. Move the page up or down the list.
5. Press ENTER.
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4. Repeat steps 2–3 for each setting
you want to customize.
Adding a Page
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> Page Sequence.
Time Settings
2. Select Add Page.
From the main menu, select Setup >
Time.
3. Select a page to add.
Removing a Page
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> Page Sequence.
•
•
Time Format—allows you to
select a 12-hour or a 24-hour
display time.
2. Select a page.
3. Select Remove.
4. Press ENTER.
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.
Customizing the Unit
Settings
You can customize units of measure for
distance and speed, elevation, depth,
temperature, and pressure.
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.
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> units.
2. Select a setting.
From the main menu, select Setup >
Position Format.
3. Select a unit for the setting.
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•
•
•
Position Format—sets the position
format in which a given location
reading appears.
barometer functions while you
are stationary.
•
Pressure Trending
Map Datum—sets the coordinate
system on which the map is
structured.
◦
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.
Map Spheroid—shows the
coordinate system the device is
using. The default coordinate
system is WGS 84.
◦
Save Always—records pressure
data every 15 minutes, even
when the device is turned off.
Altimeter Settings
From the main menu, select Setup >
Altimeter.
•
Plot Type
◦
◦
◦
Elevation/Time—records
elevation changes over a period
of time.
•
•
Auto Calibration—the altimeter
to self-calibrates each time you turn
the device on.
Elevation/Distance—records
elevation changes over a
distance.
Barometer Mode
◦
Variable Elevation—the
barometer functions while you
are moving.
Barometric Pressure—records
barometric pressure over a
period of time.
◦
Fixed Elevation—the
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◦
◦
On Road For Time—calculates
on-road routes that require
minimal time to drive.
◦
Ambient Pressure—records
ambient pressure changes over a
period of time.
On Road For Distance—
calculates on-road routes that
are shorter in distance.
Geocache Settings
From the main menu, select Setup >
Geocaches.
•
•
Calculates Routes for—allows you
to select a transportation method in
order to optimize your route.
•
•
Geocache List—allows you to
show the geocache list by names
or codes.
Lock On Road—locks the current
location marker on the nearest road,
compensating for variances in map
position accuracy (requires routable
maps).
Found Geocaches—allows you
to enter the number of geocaches
found.
Routing Settings
•
Off Road Transitions
From the main menu, select Setup >
Routing.
Guidance Method—allows you
to select a guidance method for
calculating your route.
◦
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.
◦
Off Road—calculates point-to-
point routes.
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◦
Distance—routes you to the
Saving a Custom Profile
next point on the route when
you are within a specified
distance of your current point.
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.
•
Avoidance Setup—allows you to
select the road type you want to
avoid.
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> Profiles.
2. Select Create New Profile > OK.
Fitness
Editing a Profile Name
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> Profiles.
For more information on optional
2. Select a profile.
3. Select Edit Name.
4. Enter the new name.
5. Select Done.
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.
Deleting a Profile
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> Profiles.
You can select Marine, Recreational,
or save a custom profile for your
device.
2. Select a profile.
3. Select Delete.
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Viewing Important Device
Information
Appendix
You can view the unit ID, software
version, and license agreement.
Registering Your Device
Help us better support you by
completing our online registration
today.
From the main menu, select Setup
> About.
•
•
Contacting Garmin
Product Support
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.
Updating the Software
You must connect the device to your
computer to update the software
•
•
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.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE: This does not erase any of your
data or settings.
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•
In Europe, go to www.garmin.com
Resolution
(W × H)
160 × 240 pixels,
backlit 65K color TFT
display
Support for in-country support
information, or contact Garmin
(Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0)
870.8501241.
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.
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
Computer
interface
USB and serial
Press
to turn on the backlight.
Battery type
Two AA batteries
(alkaline, NiMH, or
lithium)
Specifications
Physical size
(W × H × D)
2.6 × 6.0 × 1.2 in.
(6.6 × 15.2 × 3.0 cm)
Battery life
Up to 20 hours, typical
usage
Weight
7.7 oz. (218.3 g) with
batteries
Operating
temperature
range
From 5°F to 158°F
(from -15 to 70°C)
See page 38.
Display
(diagonal)
2.6 in. (66 mm)
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Accuracy: ± 2 degrees
(± 5 degrees in extreme
Northern and Southern
latitudes)
*Resolution: 1 degree
*Subject to proper user
calibration.
Radio
frequency/
protocol
2.4 GHz/ANT+ wireless
communications
protocol
Compass
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.
Maximizing Battery Life
Using the Battery Save Option
Use the battery save option to save
battery power and prolong battery life.
DGPS
From 10 to 16 ft. (from
3 to 5 m) 95% typical
(WAAS accuracy in
North America)
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.
Altimeter
Accuracy: ± 10 ft.
(± 3 m)*
Resolution: 1 ft. (.3 m)
Range: from -2,000 ft.
to 30,000 ft.
(from -610 to 9144 m)
*Subject to proper user
calibration.
1. Quickly press
to open the
backlight status page.
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2. Use the Rocker to adjust the
Selecting the Battery Type
1. From the main menu, select Setup
> System > Battery Type.
brightness.
Adjusting the Backlight
Timeout
2. Select Alkaline, Lithium, or
Rechargeable NiMH.
From the main menu, select Setup
> Display > Backlight Timeout.
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.
About the Batteries
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product
Information guide in the product
box for product warnings and other
important information.
Buying Optional
Accessories
or contact your Garmin dealer
for information about optional
accessories, preloaded map data
cards, fitness accessories, and
replacement parts.
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.
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3. Select an option:
Using Optional Fitness
Accessories
NOTE: The Fitness option is available
only with the GPSMAP 78S and
GPSMAP 78Sc.
•
Select Heart Rate Monitor >
On.
•
Select Bike Cadence Sensor
> On.
You can view heart rate and cadence
data by customizing your data fields
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.
Tips for Pairing ANT+
Accessories with Your Garmin
Device
You can use optional fitness accessories
including a heart rate monitor or a
cadence sensor with your device.
•
Verify that the ANT+ accessory
is compatible with your Garmin
device.
These accessories use ANT+™ wireless
technology to send data to the device.
•
Before you pair the ANT+
accessory with your Garmin device,
move 10 m away from other ANT+
accessories.
1. Bring the device within range (3 m)
of the ANT+ accessory.
2. From the main menu, select Setup
> Fitness.
•
•
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
•
GPI custom POI files from the
Garmin POI Loader.
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.
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.
•
When paired, your Garmin device
only receives data from your
accessory, and you can go near
other accessories.
1. Slide the latch on the back of the
device, and remove the battery
cover and the batteries.
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.
2. Slide down and pull out the metal
cover.
3. Align the metal contacts, and place
the card in the slot.
File Types
The device supports the following file
types:
•
Files from BaseCamp™ or
com.
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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.
microSD card
slot
4. Replace the batteries and the
battery cover.
Connecting the USB Cable
notice
4. Push in and slide up the metal
cover.
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly
dry the mini-USB port, the weather
cap, and the surrounding area before
charging or connecting to a computer.
5. Replace the batteries and the
battery cover.
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
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.
Serial port
under
weather cap
weather cap
1. Browse your computer for the file.
2. Select the file.
microSD
card slot
(inside battery
compartment)
3. Select Edit > Copy.
4. Open the “Garmin” or memory card
drive/volume.
5. Select Edit > Paste.
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.
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Deleting Files
notice
Your device memory contains
important system files and folders that
should not be deleted.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
1. Complete an action:
•
For Windows computers, click
the eject icon
system tray.
in your
•
For Mac computers, drag the
volume icon to the Trash
Before you can delete files, you must
connect the device to your computer
.
2. Disconnect the device from your
computer.
1. Open the “Garmin” drive or
volume.
Attaching the Wrist Strap
1. Place
2. If necessary, open a folder or
volume.
the
loop of
the wrist
strap through
the slot opening
at the bottom of the
device.
3. Select the files.
4. Press the Delete key on your
keyboard.
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 1. Remove the batteries.
not respond. How do I
reset the device?
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.
long.
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.
or accessories.
GPS antenna.
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Index
about 38
information 3
installing 3
wirelessly 19
creating
Index
routes 7
A
storage 38
waypoints 6
customizing
fitness 39
acquiring satellite
signals 45
warnings 38
profiles 34
beeps 28
buttons 4
alarms
D
C
dashboard
change 18
options 23
deleting
marine 29
proximity 20
time 22
calculator 21
calendar 21
calibrating
altimeter
altimeter 16
compass 16
calibrating 16
settings 32
compass
calibrating 14
navigating 14
connecting
files 43
profiles 34
routes 8
AutoLocate 21
tracks 11
waypoints 6
display
B
backlight 36
BaseCamp 40
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settings 28
display settings
backlight 37
downloading
software 35
downloading 19
navigating 19
settings 32
map datum coordinate
system 31
measuring
area 20
distance 13
E
editing
profiles 34
routes 7
waypoints 6
reset 17
setup 16
H
HomePort 40
hunting and fishing
times 22
L
M
moonphase 21
main menu
settings 19
map 12
N
F
navigating
compass 14
routes 8
changing
tracks 11
G
orientation 12
datum 32
detail 13
Garmin Product
Support 35
information 14
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waypoints 30
restoring default
settings 12
Rocker 5
routes
software
updating 35
version 35
specifications 36
stopwatch 22
P
pages
removing 31
sequence 30
profiles 20
avoidance 34
creating 7
deleting 8
editing 7
navigating 8
settings 33
T
time
change 20
creating 34
setting 20
alarms 22
settings 31
stopwatch 22
Q
S
AutoLocate 21
saving
tracks 11
zone 31
times
tones 28
tracks
R
recording
tracks 10
reset
about 10
data 30
defaults 30
deleting 11
navigating 11
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