GPSMAP 276C ®

chartplotting receiver

owner’s manual
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 Introduction > About This Manual

Introduction The Marine Mode Pages section reviews the main pages in Marine
Mode.
Thank you for choosing the Garmin® GPSMAP® 276C, which uses
the proven performance of Garmin GPS and full-featured mapping The Automotive Mode section provides you with information about
to create an unsurpassed portable marine navigation chartplotter navigating with the GPSMAP 276C in Automotive Mode.
and automobile navigation device. Take a moment to compare The Automotive Mode Pages section reviews the main pages in
the contents of this package with the packing list on the outside Automotive Mode.
of the box; if any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin dealer
immediately. The Main Menu section describes features found on the Main
Menu, and information on how to change settings.
About This Manual The Setting Up and Using Sonar section provides instructions
To get the most out of your new navigation system, read this manual on using a Garmin GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder Module with your
and learn the operating procedures for your unit. This manual is GPSMAP 276C.
organized into the following sections:
The Appendix contains specifications, optional accessories,
The Introduction contains the Table of Contents, Care Information, maintenance information, and other product information.
and Warnings.
An Index is provided at the end of the manual for reference.
The Getting Started section provides an overview of the unit, how
to turn the unit on, and how to simulate navigation.
The Marine Mode section provides you with information about
navigating with the GPSMAP 276C in Marine Mode.

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Introduction > Table of Contents

Table of Contents Marine Mode Pages............................................................38

Compass Page........................................................................ 45
Introduction............................................................................i
Highway Page......................................................................... 48
Caring for the GPSMAP 276C................................................. iv
Active Route Page.................................................................. 50
Warnings................................................................................... v
Position Data Page................................................................. 51
Important Information............................................................. vi
Battery Warnings..................................................................... vi Automotive Mode..............................................................52
Automotive Mode Pages........................................................ 52
Getting Started......................................................................1
Navigating to a Destination................................................... 53
Unit Overview........................................................................... 1
Editing Your Route................................................................. 56
Charging the GPSMAP 276C................................................... 2
Following an Automotive Route............................................ 59
Turning Your GPSMAP 276C On or Off.................................. 3
Adjusting the Backlight and Volume...................................... 3 Automotive Mode Pages....................................................60
Getting Satellite Signals.......................................................... 4 Current Route Page................................................................ 61
Using the GPSMAP 276C......................................................... 8 Trip Computer Page............................................................... 62
Using Simulator Mode........................................................... 12 Main Menu...........................................................................63
Marine Mode........................................................................13 Main Menu Tabs...................................................................... 63
Marine Mode Pages................................................................ 13 GPS Tab................................................................................... 64
Navigating to a Destination................................................... 14 Route Tab................................................................................ 64
Finding an Item....................................................................... 17 Points Tab............................................................................... 65
Creating and Using Routes................................................... 20 Track Tab................................................................................. 65
Creating and Using Waypoints............................................. 24 DSC Tab................................................................................... 66
Managing Your Tracks........................................................... 34 Sonar Tab................................................................................ 70

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Alarms Tab.............................................................................. 70 Appendix...........................................................................101
Calendar Tab........................................................................... 72 Specifications....................................................................... 101
Celestial Tab........................................................................... 73 Optional Accessories........................................................... 102
Message Tab........................................................................... 77 Installation Information........................................................ 103
Display Tab............................................................................. 78 Satellite Information............................................................. 107
Sound Tab............................................................................... 79 What is Differential GPS (DGPS)?...................................... 107
Setup Tab................................................................................ 80 LORAN TD Setup.................................................................. 109
Setting Up and Using Sonar..............................................89 Map Datums and Location Formats....................................111
Showing Sonar on the Map Page.......................................... 89 Digital Selective Calling (DSC)............................................ 112
Using the Sonar Page............................................................ 90 Messages.............................................................................. 114
Setting Up Sonar.................................................................... 94 Data Field Options................................................................ 116
Understanding Sonar............................................................. 98 Software License Agreement.............................................. 118
Product Registration............................................................ 118
Limited Warranty.................................................................. 119
FCC Compliance................................................................... 120
Declaration of Conformity (DoC)........................................ 120
Index..................................................................................121

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Introduction > Caring for the GPSMAP 276C

Caring for the GPSMAP 276C Storage

The GPSMAP 276C case is constructed of high quality materials Do not store the GPSMAP 276C where prolonged exposure to
and does not require user maintenance except cleaning. temperature extremes might occur (such as in the trunk of a car)
as permanent damage could result. User information, such as
Cleaning the Case waypoints and routes are retained in the unit’s memory without
Clean the unit’s outer casing (except for the screen) using a cloth the need for external power. It is always a good practice to back up
dampened with a mild detergent solution and then wipe dry. important user data by manually recording it or downloading it to a
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that might damage plastic computer (transferring it to MapSource).
components.
Water Immersion
Cleaning the Screen The GPSMAP 276C is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7.
The GPSMAP 276C screen should be cleaned using a soft, clean, It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.
lint-free cloth. Water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass cleaner can be Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the unit. After
used if needed. If these are used, apply the liquid to the cloth and submersion, be certain to wipe and air dry the unit before reuse or
then gently wipe the screen with the moistened cloth. charging.

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 Introduction > Warnings

Warnings
Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could • Always operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Do not become
result in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury. distracted by the unit while driving, and always be fully aware
• When installing the unit in a vehicle, place the unit securely so that of all driving conditions. Minimize the amount of time spent
it does not obstruct the driver’s view of the road or interfere with viewing the unit’s screen while driving and use voice prompts
vehicle operating controls, such as the steering wheel, foot pedals, when possible. Do not input destinations, change settings, or access
or transmission levers. Do not place in front of or above any airbag. any functions requiring prolonged use of the unit’s controls while
(See diagram). driving. Pull over in a safe and legal manner before attempting such
operations.
Do not mount Do not place • This unit is designed to provide route suggestions. It is not designed
where driver’s unsecured on
to replace the need for driver attentiveness regarding road closures
field of vision is the vehicle
or road conditions, traffic congestion, weather conditions, or other
blocked. dashboard.
factors that may affect safety while driving.
Do not mount in front of an airbag • Use the electronic chart in the unit only to facilitate, not to replace,
field of deployment. the use of authorized government charts. Official government charts
and notices to mariners contain all information needed to navigate
• When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on the
safely.
unit to all available navigation sources, including information from
street signs, visual sightings, and maps. For safety, always resolve • Use this unit only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt to use the
any discrepancies or questions before continuing navigation and unit for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction,
defer to posted road signs. distance, location, or topography.

WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive
harm. This Notice is provided in accordance with California’s Proposition 65. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for more information.

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Introduction > Important Information and Battery Warnings

Important Information location, such as in the sun in an unattended vehicle. To prevent

MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide damage, remove the unit from the vehicle or store it out of direct
customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available sunlight, such as in the glove box.
to us at a reasonable cost. We use a combination of governmental and private • Do not puncture or incinerate.
data sources, which we identify in product literature and copyright messages • When storing the unit for an extended time, store within the following
displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain some inaccurate or temperature range: 32° to 77°F (0° to 25°C).
incomplete data. In some countries, complete and accurate map information is • Do not operate the unit outside of the following temperature range: -4°
either not available or is prohibitively expensive. to 131°F (-20° to 55°C).
NOTICE REGARDING WINDSHIELD MOUNTING; SPECIAL • Contact your local waste disposal department to properly recycle/
NOTICE TO DRIVERS IN CALIFORNIA AND MINNESOTA: State law dispose of the unit/battery.
prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using suction mounts on Additional User-Replaceable Battery Warnings:
their windshields while operating motor vehicles. Check your state and local
• Do not use a sharp object to remove the battery.
laws and ordinances for similar restrictions. Other Garmin dashboard or friction
mounting options should be used. Garmin does not take any responsibility for • Keep the battery away from children.
any fines, penalties, or damages that may be incurred as a result of disregarding • Do not disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery.
this notice or as a result of any other state or local law or ordinance relating • If using an external battery charger, only use the Garmin accessory
to use of the unit. (See California Vehicle Code Section 26708(a); Minnesota approved for your product.
Statutes 2005, Section 169.71.) • Only replace the battery with the correct replacement battery. Using
The California Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003 requires the another battery presents a risk of fire or explosion. To purchase a
recycling of certain electronics. For more information on the applicability to replacement battery, see your Garmin dealer or the Garmin Web site.
this product, see www.erecycle.org. Additional Non-User-Replaceable Battery Warnings:
• Do not remove or attempt to remove the non-user-replaceable battery.
Battery Warnings • When disposing of the unit, take it to a professional service, such as a
If these guidelines are not followed, the internal lithium-ion battery may waste electronics treatment facility, to have the battery removed and
experience a shortened life span or may present a risk of damage to the GPS recycled.
unit, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury.
• Do not leave the unit exposed to a heat source or in a high temperature
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 Getting Started > Unit Overview

Getting Started
Unit Overview
The GPSMAP 276C is an all-in-one, versatile color chartplotter and automobile navigator—perfect for land or water. This portable GPS
navigator features a 256-color TFT display that is easy to read in bright sun, a built-in basemap, and auto routing to provide you with
automatically generated turn-by-turn directions.

GPS antenna Detachable antenna

collapses for storage.
Be sure the antenna
is up (as shown Battery pack. Press tab down
256-color TFT display here) to receive to remove battery pack for
with backlighting satellite signals. replacement, if necessary.
See the Appendix,
page 106, for
instructions on
removing the
antenna.

External power
Backlit keypad for easy nighttime operation connector under USB connector Slot for optional Serial number
weather cap under weather cap data card

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Getting Started > Charging the GPSMAP 276C

Charging the GPSMAP 276C Using Charge Mode

Before using the GPSMAP 276C charge the battery. Plug the power If you want to charge the battery when you are not using the unit,
cable into an external power source to charge. You can use the unit you can put the unit into Charge Mode.
while it is charging.
To put the GPSMAP 276C in Charge Mode:
To charge the unit’s battery: 1. Connect the GPSMAP 276C to an external power supply.
1. Lift the rubber weather cap to expose the power connector 2. Press and hold the POWER key. Instead of completely
on the back of the unit. See the image on page 1 for turning off, the GPSMAP 276C goes into Charge Mode.
connector location.
2. Align the notches and push the plug into the connector until
fully seated.
3. Plug the 12-Volt adapter into an available AC outlet, or
cigarette lighter receptacle if you have a cigarette lighter
adapter. Use care when routing the cable; make sure it does
not interfere with vehicle operation. The unit begins charging
as soon as external power is applied.
TIP: Placing the unit in Charge Mode charges the unit more
quickly than when the unit is turned on and reduces draw on the Note: While in Charge Mode, the GPSMAP 276C draws a
vehicle/vessel battery. small amount of current from the vessel/vehicle battery. To avoid
discharging the vehicle’s battery, disconnect the external power
When you turn on the GPSMAP 276C the power source indicator on cable from the unit when not in use for several days.
the GPS tab shows the unit is operating off battery power ( ),
Over time, you might notice that the lithium-ion battery in the unit
that the unit is charging ( ), or that an external power source is
is not holding a charge any more. This is common for lithium-ion
in use ( ).
batteries. Contact Garmin or your Garmin dealer to order a battery
pack replacement if you are experiencing battery charging issues.
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 Getting Started > Turning Your GPSMAP 276C On and Off and Adjusting the Backlight and Volume

Turning Your GPSMAP 276C On or Off Adjusting the Backlight and Volume
Before you turn on your GPSMAP 276C, be sure the antenna is up You can adjust the backlight to see the screen better. If you are
as shown on page 1, and it has a clear and unobstructed view of the using the external speaker with the 12/24-Volt adapter cable with
sky to receive satellite signals. the GPSMAP 276C, you can adjust the volume level of the audio
output.
The first time you turn on your GPSMAP 276C, the GPS receiver
must collect satellite data and establish its current location. To To adjust the backlight level or volume:
ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 276C is shipped from 1. Press and quickly release the POWER key.
the factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find 2. Press up on the ROCKER to increase the brightness or
itself” anywhere in the world. press down to decrease. Press right to raise the volume or
left to lower.
To turn the GPSMAP 276C on and off:
1. Press and hold the Power key. When the unit turns on, a 3. Press Enter or Quit to close the Backlight/Volume
tone sounds and the Warning Page appears. adjustment window.
Battery time remaining and power source indicator

Warning Page
Backlight Volume
2. Read the warning, and then press Enter to continue. adjustment slider adjustment slider
3. To turn off the GPSMAP 276C, press and hold the POWER
key again.

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Getting Started > Getting Satellite Signals

Getting Satellite Signals As the receiver locks onto satellites, a signal strength bar appears
After you turn on the GPSMAP 276C, the unit automatically begins for each satellite in view, with the appropriate satellite number
searching for satellites. The GPS Page appears while the unit is underneath each bar. The numbers below each bar represent the
gathering satellite signals and acquiring a fix, which should take particular satellite that is being received. Numbers above 33 indicate
only a few minutes. While the GPSMAP 276C is getting satellite WAAS satellites.
signals, the GPS page shows the status as “Acquiring Satellites”. The sky view shows a bird’s eye view of the position of each
satellite relative to the receiver’s last known position. The outer
circle represents the horizon (north up), the inner circle represents
45º above the horizon, and the center point represents a position
directly overhead. You can also set the sky view to a Track Up
configuration, causing the top of the sky view to align along your
current track heading. Press Menu to change the configuration of
the sky view.

GPS Tab Signal Receiver

strength bars status field
Note: While acquiring satellites, the Map Page might show
the wrong location. Wait a few more minutes to acquire satellites
and find your current location. Sky view
Power
source
Viewing GPS Status with the GPS Tab indicator
The GPS tab provides a visual reference of satellite acquisition,
GPS Status
receiver status, and accuracy. The sky view and signal strength bars
show what satellites are visible to the receiver and whether they are
being tracked.
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 Getting Started > Getting Satellite Signals
The progress of satellite acquisition is shown in three stages: • 2D GPS Location—At least three satellites were acquired
and a two-dimensional position fix was calculated.
• No signal strength bars—the receiver is looking for the
“2D Differential” appears when you are receiving DGPS
satellites indicated.
corrections in 2D mode, and a “D” appears on the strength bar
• White signal strength bars—the receiver has found the of satellites being corrected.
satellite and is collecting data.
• 3D GPS Location—At least four satellites were acquired
• Green signal strength bars—the receiver has collected the and a three-dimensional fix was calculated. “3D Differential”
necessary data from this satellite. appears when you are receiving DGPS corrections in
When the GPSMAP 276C collects the necessary data from the best 3D mode, and a “D” appears on the strength bar of satellites
satellites in view to calculate a fix, the status field indicates the status being corrected.
of the receiver. The unit then updates the location, date, and time. • Lost Satellite Reception—the receiver is no longer tracking
enough satellites for a 2D or 3D fix.
Receiver Status
The Receiver Status field shows one of the following conditions: • Receiver Not Usable—the receiver is unusable, possibly due
to interference or abnormal satellite conditions. Turn the unit
• Searching the Sky—the receiver is looking for satellites.
off and back on to reset.
• AutoLocate—the receiver is looking for any satellite whose
• Simulating GPS—the receiver is in Simulator Mode.
almanac was collected, which can take up to five minutes.
• GPS Off—the GPS receiver is turned off.
• Acquiring Satellites—the receiver is looking for and
collecting data from satellites visible at its last known or
initialized location but has not acquired a fix.

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Getting Started > Getting Satellite Signals
GPS Options New Altitude—allows you to manually enter your altitude.
Press Menu twice to open the Main Menu. Use the ROCKER to New Location—allows you to enter a new location automatically or
highlight the GPS tab. Press Menu to open the options menu. using the map.

GPS Tips
• While the receiver is gathering information, your location
on the map might appear different from where you actually
are located. As soon as the receiver gathers enough satellite
information, your proper location appears on the map.
• Any time you have traveled more than 600 miles with the
GPS receiver turned off, the receiver might take longer than
GPS Tab Options Menu normal to initialize and find your location.
Start/Stop Simulator—starts and stops Simulator Mode, which is • The GPS receiver can lose satellite signals due to interference
helpful when learning how to use your unit. from such items as buildings, tunnels, and heavy tree cover.
Monitoring the GPS status is recommended.
Enable/Disable WAAS—enables or disables WAAS capability. See
• To learn about GPS, visit www.garmin.com/aboutGPS/.
page 108 of the “Appendix” for more information about WAAS.
Track Up Skyview/North Up Skyview—orients the sky view
display on the GPS tab to North Up or Track Up.

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 Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 276C Keypad
PAGE Key IN and OUT Keys
• Press to cycle through the main pages in • Press to adjust map zoom range to show a larger
sequence and exit a submenu page. area with less detail (zoom out) or a smaller area
• Press and hold to switch between Marine and with more detail (zoom in).
Automotive Modes. ROCKER
QUIT Key • Press up, down, left, or right to highlight options
• Press to cycle through the main pages in reverse and to enter data, or use to pan the arrow on the
sequence, revert to the previous value in a data Map Page.
entry field, or cancel an unintended function. NAV/MOB Key
ENTER/MARK Key • Press to open the Navigate Menu.
• Press to select a highlighted option. • In Marine Mode, press and hold to start the MOB
• Press and hold to mark your current location as a function.
waypoint. • In Automotive Mode, press and hold to show the
MENU Key Next Turn Page and announce the next turn when
using the external speaker.
• Press to open the options menu for the current
page. FIND Key
• Press twice to open the Main Menu. • Press to quickly search for and access user
POWER Key waypoints, cities, and other items used for
• Press and hold to turn the unit on or off. navigation.
• Press and release to adjust the backlighting and
external speaker volume.
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Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 276C

Using the GPSMAP 276C • Default—the factory setting saved in the unit’s memory. You
The advanced keypad system on the GPSMAP 276C is designed to can change the settings, but you can also revert to the factory
allow you to select options and enter data quickly and conveniently. (default) settings when you select Restore Defaults.
As you progress through this owner’s manual, you are directed to
press a specific key or highlight a field on the screen. When you
Field
are directed to press a key, you should press and quickly release the
Highlighted field
key. If the key needs to be held down for a period of time to start a
secondary function, the instructions tell you to do so. When a field is
selected on the screen, it is highlighted in yellow.
The following terms are used throughout this manual:
• Highlight—move the highlighted area on the screen up, On-screen buttons
down, left, or right with the ROCKER to select individual
fields. Moving the highlight to a given location allows you to Cartography
make a selection, begin data entry, or scroll through a list. Optional Garmin data cards and MapSource CD-ROMs enhance
• Field—the location on a page where data or an option can be the versatility of your GPSMAP 276C. With optional MapSource
shown and entered. Highlight a field using the ROCKER to data, you can view listings of nearby restaurants, lodging, shopping
begin entering data or selecting options. centers, attractions and entertainment, and even retrieve addresses
and phone numbers for any listed location.
• On-screen button—use the ROCKER to highlight a button,
and press Enter to select the button. The included USB Interface Cable or an optional PC Interface Cable
• Scroll bar—when viewing a list of items too long to appear (with a serial connector) is used to transfer MapSource CD-ROM
on the screen, a scroll bar appears along the right side of data to the optional data card.
the list. To scroll through a list, press up or down on the Visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com/cartography/ for
ROCKER. compatible MapSource products.
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 Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 276C
Selecting Options and Entering Data To exit a menu or return to the previous setting:
Select options and enter data by using the ROCKER and ENTER Press Quit. The Quit key moves backward through your
key. steps. Press Quit repeatedly to return to the starting page.
To select an on-screen button:
To select and activate an option:
On a page with on-screen buttons, use the ROCKER to
1. From any page, press Menu. An options menu shows a list
highlight an on-screen button, and press Enter.
of optional features specific to that page.

On-screen
button

Selecting an option from an options menu To mark your current location as a waypoint, press and hold
Enter/Mark until the New Waypoint Page opens.
2. Use the ROCKER to move the highlight up, down, right, or
left on the menu to the option you want to select. To enter data in a data field:
3. Press Enter to select the feature. Another window with 1. Use the ROCKER to highlight the data field you want, and
more options might appear. If so, select an option, and press press Enter to select the field.
Enter again. 2. Press up or down on the ROCKER to select characters.
Press right to move to the next character or press left to
move back to the previous character. If there are two lines of
data, keep pressing right on the ROCKER to drop to the next
line.
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Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 276C
Restoring Default Settings
You can restore factory defaults for the following Main Menu tabs:
Track, Alarms, Display, Sound, and Setup. For more information
Entering
data about the Main Menu, see the “Main Menu” section beginning on
page 63.

To restore default settings:

1. Press Menu twice to open the Main Menu.
TIP: To clear the entire data field, highlight the left-most 2. Use the ROCKER to highlight a tab, and then press MENU to
character field and press left on the ROCKER again. open the options menu.

3. Press Enter.
Not all fields are programmable. When you are on a page with fields
that are not selectable, the highlight skips over them.

Setup Tab Options Menu

3. Highlight Restore Default, and press Enter.

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 Getting Started > Using the GPSMAP 276C
Using the Main Menu By default, the Main Menu tabs are shown as icons along the left
Use the Main Menu on your GPSMAP 276C to access various side of the screen. You can change the Main Menu to show tabs in a
waypoint, system, navigation and interface management, and setup text-only format.
menus. Press the MENU key twice from any page to open the Main
Menu. For more information, see the “Main Menu” section on To view the Main Menu icons in text-only format:
1. Highlight the Display tab, and press ENTER.
page 63.
2. Select the Main Menu field, and press ENTER.
3. Highlight Text Only, and press ENTER.

Main Menu

To select a tab from the Main Menu:

1. From any page, press MENU twice to open the Main Menu.
2. Press up or down on the ROCKER to highlight a tab. The
information for the highlighted tab automatically appears
on the right. To highlight a sub tab, press left or right on the
ROCKER, and then press up or down to select individual
fields.

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Getting Started > Using Simulator Mode

Using Simulator Mode Entering a New Location

Simulator Mode is great for practicing with the unit if you are Use the GPS options menu to enter a new location from which to
indoors or when satellite signals are not available. All waypoints and simulate.
routes created in Simulator Mode are retained in memory for future
To enter a New Location using the map:
use.
1. Highlight the GPS tab on the Main Menu.
NOTE: Do not try to navigate using Simulator Mode. When the 2. Press Menu to open the options menu.
unit is set to Simulator Mode, the GPS receiver is turned off. 3. Highlight New Location, and press Enter.
Any satellite signal strength bars shown are only simulations and
do not represent the strength of actual satellite signals.

To turn on Simulator Mode:

1. Highlight the GPS tab on the Main Menu.
2. Press Menu to open the GPS tab options menu.
3. Highlight Start Simulator, and press Enter.
GPS tab
4. Highlight Use Map, and press Enter.
5. Use the ROCKER to move the panning arrow to the location
you want on the map, and press Enter.

Starting Simulator Mode from the GPS tab

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 Marine Mode > Marine Mode Pages

Marine Mode
This section explains some of the more common operations you can perform with your GPSMAP 276C while on the water.

To switch usage modes:

1. Press and hold the Page key. The Usage Mode Menu appears.
2. Select Automotive or Marine, and press Enter.

Marine Mode Pages

Marine Mode has five main pages: Map, Compass, Highway, Active Route, and Position Data. If you have a Garmin GSD 20 or GSD 21
Sonar Module connected to the GPSMAP 276C, a Sonar Page is available.

Map Page Compass Page Highway Page

Active Route Page Position Data Page Sonar Page

(Optional)

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Marine Mode > Navigating to a Destination

Navigating to a Destination Navigate Options Menu

You can navigate to your destination using the Map Page. As you Press NAV to open the Navigate options menu.
travel, you see a magenta line that always runs from your current
location to the destination or to the next turn on the Map Page. You
can use the Map Page, Compass Page, Highway Page, and Position
Data Page to help navigate.
You can navigate to a destination using one of the following
methods:
• Select a point on the map, and press Nav.
• Press Nav to start a new route using the Find Menu or start a Navigate Menu in Marine Mode
saved route or track.
Go To Point—allows you to select a waypoint or point of interest
• Press the Find key to search for a particular item and create from the Find Menu to which to navigate.
a route to it.
Navigate Route—allows you to select a route to navigate. You can
Marine Mode and Automotive Mode are similar. Most of the also start a saved route through the Routes tab on the Main Menu.
features discussed here also apply to Automotive Mode.
For information about routes, see page 20.
Navigate Track (TracBack)—allows you to select a saved track to
navigate. You can also start a saved track through the Track tab on
the Main Menu. For information about tracks, see page 34.
MOB (Man OverBoard)—creates a MOB waypoint and navigates
to that location.

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 Marine Mode > Navigating to a Destination
To navigate (Go To) a point on the map: To start a new route using the Find Menu:
1. On the Map Page, highlight a point to navigate to, and press 1. Press the Nav key to open the Navigate Menu.
NAV. 2. Highlight Go To Point (or New Route when in Automotive
2. Highlight Go To <point name>, and press ENTER. Mode), and press Enter to open the Find Menu.
3. From the Find Menu, highlight Waypoints, and press
Enter.
4. Select a waypoint from the list, and press Enter to open the
Waypoint Review Page.

Navigate Menu

3. Follow the magenta route created on the Map Page.

To stop navigation:
1. While navigating to a point, press NAV. Waypoint Review Page
2. Highlight Stop Navigation, and press ENTER.
3. Highlight Resume Navigation, and press ENTER to resume 5. With the Go To button highlighted, press Enter to begin
navigation. navigation.

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Marine Mode > Navigating to a Destination
To search for an item and route to it: Man OverBoard (MOB)
1. Press Find to open the Find Menu. Use the MOB function to simultaneously mark your current location
2. Highlight a category, and press Enter. and create a direct route back to that location for quick response to
3. Press Enter, and then press the ROCKER up or down to emergency situations.
enter letters contained in the item name. Press ENTER when
finished. To start the MOB function:
1. Press and hold the Nav/Mob key, or press the Nav/Mob
key twice.

Finding an item using the Containing field. The unit searches for items
containing the letter combination you enter and shows them in the list.
2. Press Enter to confirm and begin navigating to the MOB
4. Highlight the item from the list, and press Enter. location.
5. Press Enter when the Go To button is highlighted. When a MOB is activated, a MOB waypoint with an international
For complete information about finding an item, see the “Finding an MOB symbol is created, and the unit begins actively navigating to
Item” section on page 17. that point. Use any of the Navigation Pages to guide you back to the
MOB point. The MOB waypoint is stored in the waypoint list and
can be deleted like any other waypoint.

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Finding an Item Finding an Item From Another Location

Use the Find Menu to search for addresses, food & drink, fuel You can use the Find Menu to center your search around an item
services, lodging, banks/ATMs, cities, shopping, stored waypoints you just found. For example, you search for Entertainment and the
and points of interest (POIs). To open the Find Menu, press the search shows a “Chili’s” search result. If you press Find again, you
Find key. see “From Chili’s” as the new search from point. You can also use
the Find feature to center your search from any waypoint, route list
The Find Menu is comprised of several default categories:
entry, map item, or tide station.
Waypoints, Cities, Exits, Transportation, and Tide Stations.
Additional categories appear depending on the optional BlueChart® To find an item from another location on the map:
g2 or MapSource data card in the unit. 1. Open the Map Page. Use the ROCKER to pan the arrow
(pointer) to the location you want, and press Find. The Find
Menu opens, showing “From Map Pointer”. The list of items
is sorted to show items nearest the selected location.
2. Highlight a category from the list, and press Enter.
3. Highlight an item from the list, and press Enter. The
item’s information page automatically opens, allowing you to
save the item as a waypoint, show the item on the map, or
automatically create a route to (Go To) the item.
Find Menu
Shown without additional BlueChart g2 or
MapSource maps installed

Follow the directions on page 16 to search for an item and route to

it.

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Marine Mode > Finding an Item
To find an item from another location: To find an item near another item:
1. From any page, press Find. 1. Press Find. The Find Menu opens.
2. Highlight a category from the list, and press ENTER. 2. Highlight the item you want to Find From.
3. Press Menu to open the options menu. 3. Press Find. The Find Menu opens again with items near the
previously selected item. Search for the item you want.

Viewing Recently Found Items

The Recently Found Page shows a list of the items you have
searched for or gone to recently.

To view recently found items:

1. Press Find. The Find Menu appears.
2. Highlight Recently Found, and press Enter to open the list
Find From Options Menu of recently found items.
3. Press MENU to show the options menu.
4. Highlight Near Other, and press Enter. If you are actively
following a route, you can also select one of the other options 4. Select Show Find History to view the list of items you have
listed in the Find From list. searched for recently.
OR
5. Select a reference location on the map, and press Enter.
Select Show Go To History to view the list of items for which
The list shows items nearest to the new map location.
you have recently created a Go To (Go To History).
5. Highlight Remove Point, and press ENTER to delete the
selected recently found point.

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Viewing the Information Page Find Menu Options
Each item on the map and each item listed in the results list has an To view additional Find Menu options, press Find, and then press
information page. Menu. The following options are available:

To view details about an item: • Enable Auto Arrange—automatically arranges the Find
1. Highlight a point on the map or in the search results list, and Menu. When selected, Disable Auto Arrange and Restore
press Enter. Default options are available.
An information page appears with details about the item in a • Near Other—select a new location from which to compile
tabbed format. Depending on the type of item selected, and the Find items lists. Using the ROCKER, move the map
if you are using optional BlueChart g2 data cards, additional arrow to the location you want, and press Enter.
information is available for viewing the item on the map,
viewing a tide chart, viewing the list of maps on your data • Map Information—shows information about the detailed
card, and viewing the next item in the search results list. map data stored on the data card and allows you to select
which maps appear on the Map Page.
Additional selections are included in the options menu when you are
navigating:
• Near Next—compiles the Find items lists based on the next
turn in the route.
• Near Destination—compiles the Find items lists based on the
route destination.
Map Feature Information Page • Near Current Route—compiles the Find items lists based on
2. Press QUIT or PAGE to exit the information page. You the active route.
can also highlight one of the on-screen buttons, and press
Enter.
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Marine Mode > Creating and Using Routes

Creating and Using Routes 5. Highlight OK, and press ENTER to add a route point.
The GPSMAP 276C allows you to create and store up to 50 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to define additional route points.
reversible routes, with up to 300 points each. To create a route using the map:
1. Highlight the Route tab on the Main Menu.
Creating a New Route
Use the Route tab to create a route by selecting waypoints from the 2. Press MENU to open the Route options menu.
Find Menu, or by selecting waypoints or map items from the Map 3. Highlight New Route, and press ENTER.
Page.

To create a route using the Find Menu:

1. Highlight the Route tab on the Main Menu.

Creating a new route on Route Review Page

4. Highlight Edit on Map, and press ENTER.

5. Highlight a location on the map, and press ENTER.
Route Tab with the Route List 6. Repeat step 5 to define additional route points.

2. Press Menu to open the Route options menu. NOTE: If you select an area of the map that is not a feature or
a waypoint, a new waypoint is created for that location. Press
3. Highlight New Route, and press Enter.
ENTER on the New Waypoint Page to save the location as a
4. Press Enter to find items to add to the route. waypoint and continue adding points to your route. You can edit
the properties of this waypoint as you can with any waypoint.
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Navigating a Saved Route Editing a Route
Use the Navigate Route option to select and navigate a saved route. After you create a route, use the Route Review Page to edit, change
the name, and review route points of a selected route.
To navigate a saved route:
1. Press the Nav key. To change the name of the route:
2. Highlight Navigate Route, and press Enter. 1. Highlight the Route tab on the Main Menu.
3. Highlight a previously saved route, and press Enter. 2. Highlight the name of the route, and press Enter.
3. With the Route Review Page open, highlight the route name
field at the top of the page, and press Enter.
Select a route
from list

Enter a new
route name
here
Select the route you want to take.

Route Review Page

4. Use the ROCKER to enter the route name, and press

Enter.

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To review individual route points: To add points to the route:
1. Highlight the Route tab on the Main Menu. 1. Select the Route tab on the Main Menu.
2. From the Route List Page, highlight the name of the route, 2. Highlight a route, and press Enter.
and press Enter. 3. Highlight the spot in the route that you want to add the new
3. From the Route Review Page, highlight a point, and press point. (The new point is added before the highlighted route
Enter. point).
4. On the Point Review Page, choose Next (highlight the next 4. Press Menu.
point on the route list), Show Map (show the point on a map 5. Highlight Insert Waypoint, and press Enter. The Find
window), or Save (save the point as a waypoint) and press Menu opens for you to search for and select the point you
Enter. If the route point is a user waypoint, you can edit want to add to the route.
any of the waypoint properties on the Waypoint Page (see
the “Creating and Using Waypoints” section beginning on
page 24 for details).
When you return to the Route Review Page, the next point in the
route is automatically highlighted. You can review each point on the
route by pressing Enter repeatedly.

Route Review Page

6. On the Point Review Page, highlight OK, and press Enter

to add the new point to the route.

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To edit the route on the map: To plan your route:
1. Highlight the Route tab on the Main Menu. 1. Open the Route Review Page options menu.
2. Select a route, and press Enter. Press Menu to open the 2. Highlight �Plan Route, and press Enter.
Route Review Page options menu.
3. Highlight Edit on Map, and press Enter.
4. Select a location on the route (the route turns red when the
arrow is over the route), and press Enter.
5. Use the ROCKER to drag the route to the new point location,
and press Enter.

Entering Speed and Fuel Flow for trip planning

3. Enter the data for Speed and Fuel Flow. You also can enter
the date and time of your departure. Press Quit to return to
the Route Review Page.
NOTE: Fuel flow rates are measured in units per hour. System
Editing the route on the map setting changes for units of measure (statute, nautical, or metric)
do not affect the fuel flow measure. You should enter fuel
6. Repeat steps 4 through 5 until all points are added to the flow rates based on information for your vehicle (such as the
route. operator’s manual or performance specifications), and make note
You can enter information about your trip so the GPSMAP 276C can of the units of measure (gallons or liters).
estimate information about your trip.

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Marine Mode > Creating and Using Waypoints
Transitioning to the Next Waypoint Creating and Using Waypoints
From the Route tab option menu, highlight �Set Up Routes and Waypoints are locations or landmarks you record and store in your
press Enter to set the route leg transition (or waypoint transition). GPS. They are locations you might want to return to later, such as
Select Distance to enter a radius so that when you are within the checkpoints on a route or significant ground features. You can add
entered distance, the GPSMAP 276C leads you to the next point on waypoints to routes and even create a Go To directly to the selected
your route. waypoint.
When you select Manual, you can transition to the next waypoint The GPSMAP 276C stores up to 3,000 alphanumeric waypoints with
anytime while navigating a route. While you are navigating a user-defined icon, comment, elevation, depth, and temperature
the route, open the Active Route Page, and press Menu. available for each waypoint. Waypoints can be created using three
Highlight Next Route Waypoint, and press Enter to have the basic methods:
GPSMAP 276C start routing you to the next point in your route.
• Enter/Mark—allows you to quickly mark your present
location.
• Graphically—allows you to define a new waypoint location
from the map using the ROCKER.
• Text Entry—allows you to enter a new waypoint’s location
coordinates manually.

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Marking Your Present Location Creating Waypoints Using the Map
Use the Enter/Mark key to capture your present location to You can quickly create a waypoint using the Map Page. When
create a new waypoint. You must have a valid position (2D or 3D) you pan the map and move the arrow over a map item, you see a
fix to mark your present location. highlighted description of that item. The GPSMAP 276C uses the
map item text shown on the map as the default name and symbol for
To mark your present location: the new waypoint.
1. Press and hold the Enter/Mark key until the New
Waypoint Page opens, then release it. A default four-digit To create a new waypoint using the Map Page:
name and symbol are assigned for the new waypoint. 1. Press page until the Map Page appears.
2. Use the ROCKER to move the arrow to the map location or
map feature you want.
3. Press and quickly release Enter/Mark to capture the
arrow location. Pressing and holding Enter/Mark marks
your current location, not the arrow’s location.
If you have highlighted a map feature, an information page
opens after you press Enter. Highlight Save, and press
Enter to save the map item as a waypoint. The New Map
New Waypoint Page Waypoint Page opens.
4. To accept the waypoint with the default information, highlight
2. To accept the waypoint with the default information, use the
OK, and press ENTER.
ROCKER to highlight OK, and press Enter.
To change any information on the New Map Waypoint Page,
To change any information on the New Waypoint Page,
highlight the appropriate field, and press ENTER. After
highlight the appropriate field, and press Enter. After
entering your changes, highlight OK, and press ENTER.
entering and confirming your changes, highlight OK, and
press Enter.

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Creating a Waypoint by Entering Coordinates To change any of the other information on the New Map
You can manually enter location coordinates to create a waypoint. Waypoint Page, highlight the appropriate field, and press
This method is useful for creating a waypoint at a specific Enter. After entering your changes, highlight OK, and press
Enter.
latitude/longitude position from a chart.
Reviewing a Waypoint
To create a new waypoint by entering location
After you create and store a waypoint, you can modify, review,
coordinates:
rename, move, or delete it at any time using the Waypoint Review
1. Press and hold Enter/Mark to create a waypoint. The
new waypoint is created with the next available waypoint and Waypoint Edit Pages.
number and the receiver’s last known location as the default
To access the Waypoint Review Page:
location.
Highlight a waypoint on the Map Page, and then press
2. On the New Waypoint Page, highlight the Location field, and ENTER to open the Waypoint Review Page. If the waypoint
press Enter. is located on a map feature or MapSource or BlueChart g2
feature, the Waypoint Review Page might include additional
tabs containing information about other features at that
location.

Entering location coordinates.

3. Use the ROCKER to enter location coordinates, and press

ENTER when finished.
Waypoint Review Page

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To access the Waypoint Edit Page: To add a waypoint to the end of the route:
1. Highlight the Points tab on the Main Menu, and then select a 1. Open the Waypoint Edit Page, and press Menu to open the
waypoint from the list. options menu.

Points Tab Waypoint Options Menu

2. Press ENTER to open the Waypoint Edit Page. 2. Select Append To Route. The Select Route window opens.
NOTE: If the waypoint is located on a map feature or
MapSource or BlueChart g2 feature, the Waypoint Edit Page
does not show the details of the other map features.

Adding a Waypoint to a Route

Use the Append to Route option to add the selected waypoint
to the end of a route. This option is available only when you are
not navigating. When you are navigating to a destination, Add to
Current Route opens. The selected waypoint is added to the current 3. Highlight a route or select New Route, and press Enter.
route before the route destination. 4. Highlight OK, and press Enter to save the waypoint.

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Marine Mode > Creating and Using Waypoints
Averaging the Waypoint’s Location Projecting a Waypoint
Average Location makes the unit take several sample location You can also create a new waypoint by projecting the distance and
measurements for the waypoint and recalculate for a more accurate bearing from a specific location to a new location.
location reading.
To create a new waypoint by projecting its location:
Note: You must have a GPS satellite fix before you can 1. Create a waypoint. The new waypoint uses the next available
average a waypoint’s location. waypoint number and the receiver’s last known location as
the default location.
To calculate the average location: 2. Highlight the Points tab on the Main Menu, and then select a
1. Open the Waypoint Page, and press Menu. waypoint. Press ENTER.
2. Select Average Location, and press Enter. The Average 3. Press Menu to open the Waypoint Page options menu.
Location window opens. The fields change as the unit 4. Highlight Project Location, and press Enter.
calculates the average location of the waypoint.

Project Location Menu

Average Location Page
Enter the distance, bearing, and location.
3. Press Enter to save the location. 5. To change the location from which you are projecting the new
waypoint, highlight the From field, and press Enter.

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6. Select the point from which you can project your new
waypoint. For more information see the “Finding an Item”
section on page 17.
7. To adjust the distance that the new waypoint is projected
beyond the original waypoint, highlight the Distance field,
and press Enter. Enter the projection distance, and press
Enter.
8. To adjust the bearing that the new waypoint is projected from
the original waypoint, highlight the Bearing field, and press User Sub Tab
Enter. Enter the bearing, and press Enter.
9. When you have adjusted all elements of the projected To navigate (Go To) a waypoint from the Points tab:
location, highlight Save, and press Enter. 1. Select the Points tab on the Main Menu, and then highlight
the User sub tab.
10. Make any other changes to the new waypoint data (such as
the name or symbol); highlight OK, and press Enter. 2. Highlight the waypoint you want in the list.
3. Press Nav to open the Navigate Menu. Highlight Go To
Editing a Waypoint <Point Name>, and press Enter.
You can edit waypoints using the Points tab on the Main Menu. The
User sub tab, on the Points tab, shows a master list of all waypoints To edit a waypoint:
stored in memory. From the User list, you can review, edit, rename, 1. Open the Waypoint Review or Waypoint Edit Page.
or delete individual waypoints or delete all user waypoints. 2. Highlight the waypoint name, symbol, or field you want to
change, and press Enter.
The number of stored and available waypoints is shown at the 3. Use the ROCKER to select a symbol or enter data, and
bottom of the User sub tab. Stored waypoints are arranged in press Enter when finished.
alphanumeric order.

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To create a waypoint category:
1. From any of the waypoint pages or the Points tab, press
Menu to open the options menu.
Symbol field
Name field 2. Select Edit Categories, and press Enter.
3. Highlight Add, and press Enter.

Waypoint Page

To edit the next waypoint in the list:

1. Highlight Next, and press Enter. The Waypoint list appears
with the next waypoint highlighted.
2. Press Enter to edit that waypoint.
Adding a new category
Organizing Waypoints into Categories
4. Use the ROCKER to enter a name for the category.
You can organize your waypoints into categories to help manage
your waypoints. For example, you can create a Vacation category 5. Highlight Save, and press Enter.
that stores all of the waypoints you want to use for your vacation. To assign a category to a waypoint:
When the vacation is over, you can delete all the waypoints in that 1. Open the Waypoint Edit Page. (You can also change the
category. You can create up to 15 categories. category on the New Waypoint Page.)
2. Select the Category field, and press Enter.
3. Select the category to which you want to assign the
waypoint, and press Enter.

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Deleting Waypoints
Select the
category to You can delete waypoints from the waypoint list on the Points tab
which you want or from the Waypoint Page. To delete a waypoint from the Waypoint
to assign this Page, use the ROCKER to highlight the on-screen Delete button,
waypoint. and press Enter.
Note: When you delete a waypoint from the list, it cannot
be recovered from the unit. Backup important waypoints to a
Waypoint Page computer using the optional PC cable and interface software,
such as MapSource, or write them down by hand.
To delete a category:
1. With the Waypoint Categories window open, highlight the To delete a waypoint from the User Points tab:
category you want to delete, and press Menu. 1. From the Points tab, highlight the waypoint you want to
2. Select Delete Category, and press Enter. delete.
2. Press Menu, highlight Delete Waypoint, and press Enter.
A confirmation message appears.

Waypoint Categories Options Menu

3. Press Enter again to finish deleting the category.

3. Press Enter to confirm.
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Marine Mode > Creating and Using Waypoints
To delete waypoints by symbol or category: Proximity Points
1. On the User sub tab, highlight the waypoint to delete, and Use the Proximity sub tab to define an alarm circle around a stored
press Menu. waypoint location. The alarm circle can help you avoid reefs,
2. Highlight Delete by Symbol or Delete by Category, and rocks, or restricted waters. Up to 100 waypoints can be listed with
press Enter. a maximum alarm radius of 99.99 nautical miles, statute miles, or
3. When deleting by symbol, highlight the symbol of the kilometers.
waypoint you want to delete, and press Enter. When
deleting by category, select the category you want to delete If a proximity alarm circle overlaps an existing alarm circle, a
from the list, and press Enter. “Proximity Overlaps Another Proximity Waypoint” message
4. Highlight OK, and press Enter to confirm. Choose Cancel appears. Because the unit only alerts for one of the overlap points,
or press Quit to exit without deleting the waypoint. use caution when navigating in these areas. If you enter an alarm
circle overlap, you are only alerted to the closest proximity
To delete waypoints by distance: waypoint.
1. On the User sub tab, highlight the waypoint to delete, and
press Menu. To turn proximity alarms on or off:
2. Highlight Delete By Distance, and press Enter. 1. Highlight the Points tab on the Main Menu, and then
3. Select Less Than or More Than, and enter the distance. highlight the Proximity sub tab.
4. You can select a waypoint or point of interest as the From
location. Highlight the From field and press Enter. From
the Find Menu, select a location, and press Enter. When
OK is highlighted, press Enter.
5. Highlight Delete, and press Enter to delete all waypoints
within the set location. Choose Cancel or press Quit to exit
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2. Highlight the field below Proximity Alarm, and press To clear one or all proximity waypoints from the list:
Enter. 1. Highlight the Points tab on the Main Menu, and then select
3. Select the On or Off setting, and press Enter. the Proximity sub tab.
2. Highlight the proximity waypoint to clear, and press Menu.
To add a proximity waypoint:
1. From the Proximity sub tab, use the ROCKER to highlight
an empty line on the Proximity List, and press Enter. The
Find Menu opens.
2. Select a waypoint or point of interest from the Find Menu.
3. With OK highlighted, press Enter to select the point. The
distance field is now highlighted. Press ENTER to begin
entering the proximity radius.
4. Use the ROCKER to enter a distance value (up to 99.99
Proximity Points Tab Options Menu
units), and press Enter.
3. To clear a single alarm, highlight Remove Point, and press
Enter. To clear all proximity waypoints, select Remove All,
and press Enter.
4. Highlight OK, and press Enter to confirm.

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Marine Mode > Managing Your Tracks

Managing Your Tracks

The GPSMAP 276C draws an electronic breadcrumb trail or track
log on the Map Page as you travel. The track log contains points
along its path, and includes both time and location for each point.
The track log starts recording as soon as the GPSMAP 276C gets
a location fix. For the best results, clear the track log before you
start traveling because when the track log is full, new track points
overwrite the oldest track points. Track Tab

The percentage of memory used by the current track log appears at Record Mode—Wrap records over the oldest tracks when the track
the top of the Active tab. After the track log is cleared, it shows zero log reaches 100%. Fill records a track log until the track log is full
percent. When the track log reaches 100%, the most recent track (100%). When Off is selected, the unit does not record tracks.
points start to overwrite the oldest track points (if Wrap is selected
for Record Mode). To avoid losing track points, save the track log Interval—Distance records track points after a specified distance is
when it approaches the 99% mark. traveled. Time creates track points after a specified time has elapsed.
Resolution records track points based on the resolution. The higher
Setting Up and Saving Your Tracks the resolution entered, the more points the unit creates to make the
You must save the track log before you can use the Navigate Track track.
feature. The Save feature allows you to store up to 15 track logs Color—select a color for the track when it appears on the map.
from certain times and dates.
Value—records a track according to the Interval and Value. Enter a
To access the Track tab: specific distance, time, or resolution.
1. Press Menu twice to open the Main Menu.
2. Highlight the Track tab.

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To clear the track log: To save a portion of the track log:
1. Highlight the Track tab on the Main Menu, and then highlight 1. Highlight the Track tab on the Main Menu, and then highlight
the Active sub tab. the Active sub tab.
2. Highlight the Clear button, and press Enter. A confirmation 2. Select Save, and press Enter.
message appears. 3. Highlight No, and press Enter when a message appears.
4. Select a beginning point, and press Enter.

Clearing the track log

Saving a portion of the track log
3. Highlight OK, and press Enter.
5. Select an ending point, and press Enter. The Track Review
To save the entire track log: Page automatically opens.
1. Highlight the Track tab on the Main Menu, and then highlight 6. Highlight OK, and press Enter to save the track.
the Active sub tab.
2. Select Save, and press Enter. A message appears asking
if you want to save the entire track.
3. Highlight Yes, and press Enter.

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Saved Tracks To edit a track:
The Saved sub tab lists all of the saved tracks in your unit. Press 1. Highlight the Track tab on the Main Menu, and then select
MENU to open the Saved tab options menu. the Saved sub tab.
2. Select a track to edit, and press Enter.

Saved Sub Tab Track Review Page

Review on Map—shows the highlighted track on the Map Page. 3. Highlight the Name field, and press Enter. Use the
ROCKER to change the name, and press Enter.
TracBack—navigates the track. You can either navigate the track as
4. Select a different display color to show the track on the map.
it is saved, or you can navigate the track in reverse.
5. Highlight the box next to Show on Map, and press Enter to
Delete Track—erases the highlighted track from the unit’s memory. show the track on the map.
Delete All—erases all tracks from the unit’s memory. 6. To begin a TracBack, highlight TracBack, and press Enter.
7. To view the track on the map, highlight Map, and press
Enter. Press Quit to return to the Track tab.
8. Highlight OK, and press Enter to save your changes.

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Navigating a Saved Track TracBack Tips
You can save your track log to use later as a TracBack, which When a TracBack is initiated, the GPSMAP 276C divides the track
reduces your track log into a route with up to 300 turns. When into segments called legs. Up to 300 temporary turns are created to
initiated, a TracBack route leads you back to the oldest stored track mark the most significant features of the track in order to duplicate
log point. It is a good idea to clear the existing track log before you your exact path as closely as possible. To get the most out of the
start your current trip. Also, you must save an active track log before TracBack feature, remember these tips:
you can navigate it as a TracBack.
• Always clear the track log at the point that which you want to
To start a TracBack using the Nav key: go back (such as a dock or campsite).
1. Press Nav, highlight Navigate Track, and press Enter. • The Record Mode option on the Active Track tab must be set
2. Highlight the track you want to navigate, and press Enter. to Fill or Wrap.
• If the track log Interval option on the Active tab is set to the
Time option, the route might not navigate your exact path
(keep the interval set to Resolution for best performance).
• If the receiver is turned off or satellite coverage is lost during
your trip, TracBack draws a straight line between any point
where coverage was lost and where it resumed.
• If the changes in distance and direction of your track are too
Selecting a saved track. complex, 300 waypoints might not mark your path accurately.
The receiver then uses the most significant points of your
3. Select the point you want to navigate (TracBack) to, and track so there are fewer changes in direction.
press Enter.

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Marine Mode Pages> Map Page

Marine Mode Pages The system has a built-in worldwide database, with more detailed
coverage available through the use of the BlueChart g2 or
Five pages are available in Marine Mode—Map, Compass, MapSource data. The GPSMAP 276C shows cartography as long as
Highway, Active Route, and Position Data. An optional Sonar chart information is available for the map zoom range you selected.
Page is available when a GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder Module is In Marine Mode, by default, four user-selectable data fields appear
connected. on the right side of the screen that can be configured to show any
one of the possible data options. You can also add additional data
Map Page fields to the page or select a full screen map without data fields.
When you turn on the GPSMAP 276C, the Map Page appears after
the unit acquires a satellite signal. The position marker shows
your current location on the map.
Data fields
The Map Page shows map information (digital cartography) that
includes navaids, lakes, rivers, coastlines, cities, and highways. Use
the dedicated zoom keys (In and Out) to adjust the Map Page Current
scale. location
Two map operating modes, position mode and pan mode, determine Map Page Map zoom
what cartography is shown on the map. Position mode pans the map range
to keep your present location in the display area. The position marker
shows your travel on the Map Page. The GPSMAP 276C always
turns on in position mode, with the last known location centered on
the map. When you press the ROCKER, the GPSMAP 276C enters
pan mode, which moves the map to keep the white arrow (map
pointer) within the display area.

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 Marine Mode Pages> Map Page
Changing the �����������������
Page Layout and Data Fields To change a data field:
You can adjust how the following pages appear: Map, Compass, 1. Press Menu to open the options menu.
Highway, Position Data, Trip Computer, and optional Sonar Pages. 2. Highlight Change Data Fields, and press Enter.
You can also adjust the data fields on each page. 3. Highlight the data field to change, and press Enter.
4. Highlight the type of data you want to show, and press
To set up the page layout:
Enter.
1. Press Menu to open the options menu.
2. Highlight Set Up Page Layout, and press Enter.

Changing a data field.

Selecting the page layout.

3. Select a page layout option, and press Enter.

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Marine Mode Pages> Map Page
Setting Up the Map Page Viewing Additional Map Data
Use the Set Up Map option to adjust how items appear on the Map Use the Map information page to view the data loaded on your
Page. GPSMAP 276C unit and data card.

To change a map setup option: To review/change map information:

1. On the Map Page, press Menu to open the options menu. 1. On the Map Page, press Menu.
2. Highlight Set Up Map, and press Enter. 2. Highlight Map Information, and press Enter. The first
page shows the map families stored on the data card and
unit and whether they are shown on the Map Page.

Map Family
highlighted.
Press ENTER
to view the
individual maps
in the family.
Setting up the Map Page.

3. Press left or right on the ROCKER to highlight a tab; press

up or down on the ROCKER to highlight the field you want to 3. To change the setting for a map family, highlight the box next
change, and press Enter. to the map family name and press Enter to select (check
mark) or deselect (no check mark) the Show setting.
4. Highlight a setting, and press Enter.
NOTE: The outline of a check mark appears if one or more
maps have been deselected within that map family.

4. To view the list of maps within a map family, highlight the

name of the map family, and press Enter.
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 Marine Mode Pages> Map Page
5. When using a map loaded to a data card, you can view Map Orientation
detailed information about an individual map, highlight the There are three map orientation options: North Up orients the map
Map Name, and press Enter. Highlight OK, and press like a paper map. Track Up orients the map in the direction of
Enter to exit the Map Information Page.
travel. Course Up orients the map so the direction of navigation is
always up. When using Track Up or Course Up, the North arrow
indicates the orientation. To change the map orientation, press
MENU to open the Map Page. Press MENU again. Select Set Up
Map, and press ENTER. See page 40 for additional information.

Zooming In and Out of the Map

The map display has 28 available map zoom ranges ranging from
20 ft to 800 nm (20 ft to 800 mi or 5 m to 1200 km). The map zoom
Individual Map Information Page range is controlled by the In and Out keys, with the current scale
Showing the individual maps that are in the selected map family. shown at the bottom right of the data window.
6. To select/deselect individual maps (data card maps only) to Note: The scale value represents the distance from one end of
show on the Map Page, highlight the box next to the map you the scale bar ( ) to the other.
want, and press Enter to check or uncheck the Show box.
OR To select a map zoom range (zoom in and out):
Press Menu, select one of the options (Show All, Hide All, Press the Out key to zoom out, press the In key to zoom in.
or Show Defaults), and press Enter.
The GPSMAP 276C has a built-in worldwide database, with more
detailed coverage available through the use of the BlueChart g2 or
MapSource data. The GPSMAP 276C shows cartography as long as
chart information is available for the zoom scale you selected.

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Marine Mode Pages> Map Page
Map coverage conforms to the following conditions: Panning the Map
• Cartography is shown when the selected map zoom range is Use the panning arrow to pan the map to view other map areas.
covered by either the internal basemap or other MapSource As you pan past the edge of the current map display, the screen
data loaded onto a data card. moves to provide continuous map coverage. The position icon
stays in your present location and might not be visible on the screen
• When the selected map zoom range is covered by both when you pan the map.
the internal database and data card map information, the
cartography with the best resolution appears. To pan the map:
• When the selected zoom range exceeds the resolution of the Press up, down, right, or left on the ROCKER. The panning
data in use, “overzoom” appears below the map zoom range. arrow moves the map so you can view different parts of the
map.

No additional data is available

• When external data (such as MapSource data) is used, “map

card” appears below the map zoom range. Map feature
highlighted

Using detailed maps loaded on the data card

As you move the arrow, the distance and bearing from your present
location to the arrow appears in the data window, along with the
arrow’s position coordinates. When the arrow is stationary, fixed
coordinates appear in the position field, and the distance and bearing
from your present location update as you move. When you zoom in
pan mode, the arrow stays centered on the screen.
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 Marine Mode Pages> Map Page
To re-center your position on the screen: 3. Use the ROCKER to highlight the extra tabs and view the
Press Quit. The map automatically moves to show your information.
present location, and the unit returns to position mode. 4. Select an on-screen button, and press Enter.
You can also use the arrow to select on-screen map items, which
allows you to review a selected item directly from the map.

To view details about an on-screen point:

1. Use the ROCKER to move the arrow to a waypoint or map
item. If several items are grouped closely together, zoom in
closer for a better view.
When a waypoint or map item is selected, it is highlighted on-
screen with the name and location shown at the top of the Map Feature Information Page
screen, along with the distance and bearing from your current
location, as shown in the image to the left.
2. Press Enter to view more information about the point. The
Clearing Unwanted Details from the Map
information and on-screen buttons shown vary depending You can remove items from the Map Page (declutter the display) to
on the type of item selected. In some cases, additional remove unwanted items.
information tabs appear at the top of the information page or
Waypoint Page.
To declutter the Map Page:
1. On the Map Page, press Menu to open the options menu.
2. Highlight Declutter, and press Enter.
3. Press Enter again to restore the detail to the map.

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Marine Mode Pages> Map Page
Measuring Distance 4. Move the arrow to the point of which you want to measure.
You can measure the distance and bearing between two map items. The bearing and distance from the reference point and arrow
coordinates appear in the data window at the top of the
To measure the bearing/distance between two points: screen.
1. On the Map Page, press Menu to open the options menu. End point of
2. Highlight Measure Distance, and press Enter. An on- measurement,
screen arrow appears on the map at your present location labeled ENT
Push pin REF
with ENT REF below it.
indicating the
beginning
point of the
measurement

Measure Distance

3. Move the arrow to the reference point (the starting point that
you want to measure from), and press Enter. A push pin
icon marks the starting point.

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 Marine Mode Pages> Compass Page

Compass Page If the arrow points up, you are going directly to the waypoint. If the
During active navigation, the Compass Page guides you to your arrow points any direction other than up, turn toward the arrow until
destination with a graphic compass and a bearing pointer. When it points up, and then continue in that direction.
the pointer is pointing straight up, you are heading directly to your Note: You must be moving for the compass to accurately
destination. update and show your heading.
Rotating Course to steer
compass ring indicator Turning On the Compass Page
The Compass Page is on by default in Marine Mode but off by
default in Automotive Mode.
Compass arrow Data fields
To show the Compass Page in Automotive Mode:
1. Highlight the Display tab on the Main Menu.
2. Highlight the Compass Page field, and press Enter.
Compass Page in Marine Mode 3. Select On, and press Enter.

The middle of the page features a rotating compass ring that shows
your course over ground (track) while you are moving. Your present
course over ground is indicated at the top of the compass ring. The
direction of the destination (bearing) relative to the course over
ground is indicated by an arrow in the middle of the compass ring
and a course to steer “bug” on the outside of the compass ring. The
course to steer represents the direction to steer to get back to the
course line. Turning on the Compass Page

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Marine Mode Pages> Compass Page
Compass Page Options Using the Marine Timer
Use the options menu on the Compass Page to customize the The Marine Timer, specifically designed for sail boat racing, allows
Compass Page. you to easily count up or down by specified time increments. As
is common in sail boat racing, there is often a 5-minute warning
Press Menu to open the Compass Page options menu.
countdown, followed by a 4-minute preparation countdown, and
finally a 1-minute final countdown. Then during the race, mariners
might want to count up to keep track of their time.
You can use your GPSMAP 276C to perform each of these different
countdowns.

To open the Marine Timer:

1. Press Menu on the Compass Page.
2. Highlight Set Up Page Layout, and press Enter.
Set Up Page Layout—selects the page layout. 3. Highlight 2 Columns With Timer, and press enter. The
Show Course Pointer/Show Compass—toggles between showing Marine Timer appears in the lower right corner.
the Course Pointer, which shows how far off you are from your
course and how to get back on course, or shows the compass arrow.
The Course Pointer is also referred to as a CDI or Course Deviation
Indictor.
Show (Hide) Bug Indicator—shows the course to steer bug
indicator (the purple tick mark on the compass ring).
Change Data Fields—changes on-screen data fields. For definitions
of data field options, see page 116.
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 Marine Mode Pages> Compass Page
To use the Marine Timer: To set the Marine Timer:
1. Press the ROCKER up or down to select the time you want 1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu, and then select
to count. Five (5) minutes is the default. the Timers sub tab.
2. Press Enter to start the timer. Use the ROCKER during the 2. Highlight Stop to change the timer’s behavior.
timing to quickly select a different length of time.
3. Press Enter to stop timing.

3. To enter a new time highlight the time field, press enter,

and then use the ROCKER.
Marine Timer on the Compass Page

As discussed previously, the timer is set to count down five minutes.

If you want to change the length of time and the behavior of the
timer, open the Timers Setup tab on the Main Menu.

note: You can set the timer countdown for up to 60 minutes.

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Marine Mode Pages> Highway Page

Highway Page To hide or show the Highway Page:

The Highway Page is available in both Marine Mode and 1. Highlight the Display tab on the Main Menu.
Automotive Mode. 2. Highlight the Highway Page field, and press Enter.
3. Select Off to hide or On to show, and press Enter.

Using the Highway Page

As you head toward your destination, the highway perspective
moves to indicate your progress to the waypoint and which direction
you should steer to stay on course. If you are navigating a route, the
Highway Page shows each route waypoint in sequence connected
by a black “road” with a white line down the middle, which is your
preferred track line. Nearby waypoints not in the active route can
Highway Page
also be shown. You can zoom in or out to show a larger or smaller
When you are navigating, the Highway Page provides digital and view of the highway.
graphic steering guidance to the destination. The right side of the To change the highway perspective scale:
Highway Page features user-selectable data fields showing useful 1. Press In to zoom in; press Out to zoom out.
navigation information. A compass ribbon appears at the top of the
page to show your current heading, represented by the violet bar.
The red vertical bar represents the bearing to your course. To stay
on course, steer toward the red vertical indicator (or arrows) until it
lines up with the violet bar in the middle. The bottom of the screen
provides visual guidance to the waypoint on a graphic highway
display. The line down the center of the highway represents your
preferred track line.

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 Marine Mode Pages> Highway Page
Highway Page Options The following options are available from the Highway Page options
Use the Highway Page options menu to define the data fields and menu:
select which waypoints and tracks appear on the screen. Set Up Page Layout—selects the page layout.
To show and select the Highway Page Options: Change Data Fields—changes on-screen data fields.
1. Press page repeatedly until the Highway Page appears.
Set Up Highway—shows an options menu with two sub tabs: Line
2. Press Menu.
and Waypoint. Each tab has on/off settings for options, including
3. Highlight an option, and press Enter.
enabling the line for the Active Leg and Track Log.

Highway Page Options Menu

Set Up Highway

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Marine Mode Pages> Active Route Page

Active Route Page Active Route Page Options

When you are navigating a route using your GPSMAP 276C, the Press MENU to open the Active Route Page options menu:
Active Route Page shows each point (waypoint or map item) of
the active route, with the point name, course, distance, and several
other fields of information. The current destination point, or active
point, is marked with an arrow icon. As you navigate a route, the list
automatically updates to indicate the next active point. The Active
Route and Route Review Pages share many of the same features and
options.

Active Route Page Options Menu

Deactivate—stops route navigation.

Edit on Map—edits the route on the map.
Add Waypoint—inserts a point before the highlighted waypoint or
add a point to the end of the route.
Active Route Page Remove Waypoint—deletes a highlighted waypoint from the route.
Invert—reverses the order of the route.
Plan Route—enters information about your route to more
accurately provide you with arrival times.
Change Data Fields—customizes the data fields shown on the
Active Route Page.
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 Marine Mode Pages> Position Data Page

Position Data Page Position Data Page Options

The Position Data Page shows important navigation data while Press Menu to open the Position Data Page options menu.
navigating a route in Marine Mode. By default, the Position Data
Page shows a compass ribbon, your current latitude and longitude,
date and time, your location in relation to a prominent nearby
landmark such as a waypoint or city, and eight user-selectable data
fields. The compass ribbon appears at the top of the page to show
your current heading with a red, vertical bar. To stay on course, steer
toward the violet bar (or arrows) until it is aligned with the red bar.

Change Nearest Type—specifies the type of item used as the

nearest item (shown in the lower-left data field). The choices change
Your present location
is 5.6 nm west of based on the current usage mode.
Coronado, CA
Reset Trip—clears trip information, except the maximum speed and
the odometer.
Reset Max Speed—clears the maximum speed.
Position Data Page
Reset Odometer—clears the running total of the distance traveled
since the odometer was last reset.
Reset All—clears all trip information including the maximum speed
and odometer.

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Automotive Mode > Automotive Mode Pages

Automotive Mode
This section discusses some of the more common Automotive operations you can perform with your GPSMAP 276C in Automotive Mode.
Please note that many common operations, such as marking a waypoint and creating a route, are performed the same way as in Marine Mode.
See the Marine Mode section for operations and information not found in this section.

To switch usage modes:

1. Press and hold the Page key.
2. Use the ROCKER to select either Automotive or Marine, and press Enter.

Automotive Mode Pages

Automotive Mode features two main pages: Map and Trip Computer. Optional Highway and Compass Pages can be turned on in Automotive
Mode. Two additional pages appear during active navigation while in Automotive Mode—a Current Route Page appears if you are navigating
a turn-by-turn route and an Active Route Page appears if you are navigating off-road. See “Navigating to a Destination” on the next page for
more information.

Map Page Compass Page Highway Page

(Optional) (Optional) Current Route Page Trip Computer Page

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 Automotive Mode > Navigating to a Destination

Navigating to a Destination Navigate Options Menu

You can navigate to your destination in Automotive Mode using the Press NAV to open the Navigate options menu.
Map Page. As you travel, your GPSMAP 276C guides you to your
destination with voice prompts, arrows, and directions along the top
of the screen. When you are actively navigating, you see a magenta
line that always runs from your current location to the destination
or to the next turn on the Map Page. You can use the Map Page,
Compass Page, or Highway Page to help navigate.
You can navigate to a destination using one of the following
methods: Navigate Menu

• Select a point on the map, and press the Nav key.

Go To Point—selects a waypoint or another point from the Find
• Press the Nav key to navigate a new route using the Find Menu to which to navigate.
Menu, or start a saved route or track.
New Route—creates a new route.
• Press the Find key to search for a particular item and create
a route to it. Custom Avoids—sets up roads to avoid when navigating.
Detour—creates a detour route while navigating.
Edit Vias—adds points through which you want to travel when
navigating.
Navigate Route—selects a route to navigate.
Navigate Track (TracBack)—selects a saved track to navigate.
Stop (Resume) Navigation—starts or stops navigating.
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Automotive Mode > Navigating to a Destination
To navigate (Go To) a point on the map: Stopping and Resuming Navigation
1. Highlight a point to navigate to, and press NAV. When navigating to a point, you can stop navigation. For example,
2. Highlight Go To <point name>, and press ENTER. if you are on a long car trip, but you want to stop for dinner, you can
3. Follow the magenta route created on the Map Page. stop navigation and resume after dinner.

To stop navigation:
1. While navigating to a point, press NAV.

2. Highlight Stop Navigation, and press ENTER.

3. To resume, highlight Resume Navigation, and press
ENTER.

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 Automotive Mode > Navigating to a Destination
To create a new route: To go to a destination using the Find Menu:
1. Press Nav to open the Navigate Menu. 1. Press Find to open the Find Menu.
2. Highlight New Route, and press Enter. 2. Highlight a category, and press Enter.
3. From the Find Menu, highlight Waypoints, and press 3. Press Enter, and use the ROCKER to begin entering the
Enter. (You can also choose to go to other points, such as letters contained in the item name. The list begins to sort by
Cities or Exits from this list. The steps vary only slightly from the items which contain the letters you are entering. Press
those listed for waypoints.) Enter when finished.
4. Select a waypoint from the list, and press Enter to open the
Waypoint Review Page.

4. Highlight the item you want from the list, and press Enter.
5. Highlight the Go To button, and press Enter.
5. Highlight the Go To button, and press Enter to begin For complete information about finding an item, see the “Finding an
navigation.
Item” section on page 17.

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Automotive Mode > Editing Your Route
Following a Saved Route Editing Your Route
Use the Navigate Menu to follow a saved track or route. If you When you are navigating a route, you can edit that route. You can
want to follow roads on your route, press Menu and select Follow add areas and roads to avoid, as well as temporary detours, to your
Roads on the Active Route Page. current route. You can also add stops along your trip, called Via
Points.
To follow a saved route:
1. Press Nav to open the Navigate Menu. While navigating, press Nav to open the Navigate Menu.
2. Highlight Navigate Route, and press Enter.
3. Highlight the route you want to navigate, and press Enter.
4. Press Menu to open the options menu.
5. Highlight Follow Roads, and press Enter to create a turn-
by-turn route, which appears on the Current Route Page.
You can also initiate a saved route from the Route tab on the Main
Menu.
Navigate Menu in Automotive Mode
While navigating a course

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 Automotive Mode > Editing Your Route
Entering Custom Avoids Creating a Detour
The Custom Avoids feature allows you to enter specific areas and If there is road construction or some other form of a detour while
roads to avoid when navigating. Custom Avoids apply to all routes, navigating a route, you can have your GPSMAP 276C create a
but detours apply to only the active route. You can add Custom detour route for you.
Avoids while you are navigating a route or before you navigate.
To create a detour:
To enter a custom avoid: 1. While navigating a course, press Nav.
1. Press Nav while navigating to a destination. 2. Select Detour from the Navigate Menu.
OR 3. Select a distance, and press Enter. The GPSMAP 276C
Open the Map Page, and press Menu. recalculates your course based on your detour distance.
2. Select Custom Avoids, and press Enter.
3. Press Enter when the Add Avoid button is highlighted.
4. Select Avoid Road or Avoid Area, and press Enter.
5. Use the ROCKER to move the arrow to the first point in the
avoidance area. Press Enter to select the first point.
6. Move the arrow to the end point, and press Enter. During
route calculation and navigation, the GPSMAP 276C avoids
the area within the box or the selected area of the road.
7. When finished, highlight the OK button, and press Enter. Detour Distance

4. To end the detour manually, press Nav again, and select

Cancel Detour.

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Automotive Mode > Editing Your Route
Adding and Editing Stops (Via Points) 4. From the pop-up window, highlight either Use Map or Use
You can add Via Points—points through which you would like to Find Menu, and press Enter.
travel—to your route using the Edit Vias option. 5. If you selected Use Map, use the ROCKER to select an item
on the map, and press Enter.
To add Via Points to your route: If you selected Use Find Menu, select an item from the Find
1. While navigating your route, press Nav to open the Navigate Menu as discussed in the “Finding an Item” beginning on
Menu. page 17. Remember you can press Menu while the Find
2. Select Edit Vias, and press Enter. The Add/Edit Vias Menu is open to find an item near another location, such
window opens. as the destination. The new point is added to the route as
3. Highlight Add Via Point, and press enter. shown on the Add/Edit Vias Page.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 until you have added all of the Via
Points that you want. Highlight Done, and press Enter to
apply the new Via Points to the route.

Add/Edit Vias Page

Showing the original route without Via Points

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 Automotive Mode > Following an Automotive Route

Following an Automotive Route Watch Your Trip Data

The GPSMAP 276C guides you to your destination using many Use the Trip Computer Page to view your trip data. You can track
tools, such as the Map Page and Current Route Page. your speed here, as well as other information related to your trip.

Track Your Progress with the Map Page See Your Next Turn With the Current Route Page
You can track the progress of your route on the Map Page. Your Whenever you have initiated a turn-by-turn route in the
route is shown with a magenta line. The next turn is shown in the GPSMAP 276C set in Automotive Mode, the Current Route Page
top bar on the Map Page. shows each turn of the active route.

Next turn

Current Route Page

Map Page showing your route

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Automotive Mode Pages> Map Page

Automotive Mode Pages Data fields

Automotive Mode has two main pages (Map and Trip Computer),
that are always available. Optional Highway and Compass Pages
can be turned on in Automotive Mode. When you are actively
navigating, the Current Route Page is available if you are navigating Current
a turn-by-turn route. The Active Route Page is available if you are location Map zoom
navigating off-road. For information about pages not discussed here, range
see the “Marine Mode Pages” section. Map Page

Map Page Press the zoom keys (In and Out) to change the map zoom range.
Some items on the map appear only if the map is zoomed in to a
In Automotive Mode, by default, four user-selectable data fields certain level.
appear on the right side of the screen that can be configured to show
any one of the possible data options. You can also add data fields to • Press Enter to quickly declutter (remove unwanted items)
the page or select a full-screen map without data fields. The top of from the Map Page.
the screen shows the GPS status or the route leg. • Press Menu to open the options menu for the Map Page.
• Show and hide the heading line from the options menu.
• Use the ROCKER to measure the distance between two
objects on the map.
• Change the page layout and data fields to customize the Map
Page.

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 Automotive Mode Pages> Current Route Page

Current Route Page

Whenever you start a route in the GPSMAP 276C in Automotive
Mode, the Active Route Page shows each turn of the active route,
with the distance to the turn, the street name, and estimated time
to arrival and time of arrival. As you navigate a route, the turn list
automatically updates to indicate the next turn at the top of the list.

Next Turn Page

Saving the Current Route

You can save the current route from the Current Route Page. Press
Menu, then press Enter when Save Route is highlighted. Your
route is automatically saved, using the starting point and destination
as the route name. Press Enter when OK is highlighted to
Current Route Page complete saving the route.
You can scroll through the entire list by moving the scroll bar up or
down using the ROCKER. Highlight any of the turns on the list and
press Enter to view the Next Turn Page for that turn. The Current
Route and Next Turn Pages show similar information using a
different layout. The Next Turn Page shows your next turn on a map.

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Automotive Mode Pages> Trip Computer Page

Trip Computer Page Trip Computer Page Options Menu

The Trip Computer Page indicates your current speed and other data Press Menu to open the options menu. Highlight an option, and
about your trip, such as average speed and moving time. press Enter.

Trip Computer Page Trip Computer Page Options Menu

Reset the Trip Computer before beginning a trip. If you make Set Up Page Layout—choose the layout and number of data fields.
frequent stops, leave the GPSMAP 276C turned on in order to Change Nearest Type—allows you to specify the type of item to
receive satellites. This allows the unit to accurately measure elapsed be used as the nearest item [shown in the lower-left data field of the
time during the trip. Position Data (2 Columns) layout]. The choices change based on the
current Usage Mode.
Reset (Trip, Max Speed, Odometer, All)—options to reset the
maximum speed, the odometer, everything but the max speed and
odometer, or reset everything in the trip computer.

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 Main Menu > Main Menu Tabs

Main Menu Main Menu Tabs

• GPS—view satellite information.
The Main Menu provides access to various waypoint, system,
navigation and interface management, and setup menus. • Route—create and navigate routes.
• Points—view stored waypoints.
• Track—record and save tracks.
• DSC—set up digital select calling features.
• Sonar—configure sonar options.
• Alarms—define alarm settings.
• Calendar—view sun/moon and hunting/fishing information
for a specific day.
Main Menu
• Celestial—view tide, hunting & fishing, and sun & moon
information.
To select a tab from the Main Menu:
1. From any page, press MENU twice to open the Main Menu. • Message—view system generated messages.
2. Highlight the tab you want. The information for the highlighted • Display—adjust backlighting and page display.
tab automatically appears on the right. To highlight a sub • Sound—customize GPSMAP 276C sounds.
tab, press left or right on the ROCKER, and then press up or
• Setup—adjust system settings.
down to select individual fields.

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Main Menu > GPS Tab and Route Tab

GPS Tab Route Tab

The GPS tab provides a visual reference of satellite acquisition, The Route tab shows all the routes currently stored in memory,
receiver status, and accuracy. The sky view and signal strength bars along with a descriptive name for each route.
give an indication of what satellites are visible to the receiver and
Use the Route tab to create and store up to 50 reversible routes, with
whether they are being tracked. For more information about GPS,
up to 300 points each. See the “Creating and Using Routes” section
see pages 4-6.
beginning on page 20 for more information about routes.

Main Menu—GPS Tab

Main Menu—Route Tab

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 Main Menu > Points Tab and Track Tab

Points Tab Track Tab

The Points tab contains two sub tabs, User and Proximity, which Use the Track tab to specify whether or not to record a track log,
allow you to manage a large number of waypoints quickly and define how it is recorded, or save the track log data for future use.
efficiently. For more information about waypoints, see the “Creating The Track tab is divided into two sub tabs: Active and Saved. For
and Using Waypoints” section beginning on page 24. more information about tracks, see the “Managing Your Tracks”
section beginning on page 34.

Main Menu—Points Tab

Main Menu—Track Tab
User Sub Tab
The User sub tab shows a master list of all waypoints currently Active Sub Tab
stored in memory. The total number of stored and available The Active sub tab is for the active log (the log currently being
waypoints appear at the bottom of the User sub tab. recorded). It shows the amount of track memory used and current
settings.
Proximity Sub Tab
Use the Proximity sub tab to define an alarm circle around a stored Saved Sub Tab
waypoint location. The Saved sub tab shows a list of all saved tracks in your
GPSMAP 276C.

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Main Menu > DSC Tab

DSC Tab Understanding Distress Calls

Use the DSC tab (Marine Mode only) to control and set up the With your GPSMAP 276C properly connected to a VHF radio with
Digital Selective Calling (DSC) features. DSC uses marine VHF DSC output, you can receive any DSC distress call within range.
radio and GPS to transmit and receive location information. DSC is An alert message appears and a tone sounds when a distress call is
used by mariners for distress calls and position reporting. received. The alarm only sounds on a distress call; position reports
do not sound the alarm. Distress calls are broadcast to all DSC users
For more information about DSC and Maritime Mobile Service
in radio range and appear with a blue and white checkered icon on
Identity (MMSI) numbers, see pages 112-113 in the “Appendix”.
the DSC Call List and Log tabs.
You can enter a caller’s name, if it is known. The caller’s name
replaces the MMSI number as a reference after it is entered.

Understanding Position Reports

The Position Report operates similarly to the distress call. This type
of contact is like a phone call; no emergency alarms are set off.
Position reports are not broadcast to all DSC users and appear with a
DSC Page
gold boat icon.

Receiving DSC Calls

Each time you receive a distress call or position report, a review
page opens—either a DSC Position Report Page or a Distress Call
Page. Both pages contain identical fields to the DSC Entry Review
Page.

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 Main Menu > DSC Tab
Each entry in the Call List and Log has a corresponding DSC Entry DSC Call List
Review Page. This page operates similarly to the Distress Page and The Call List sub tab shows the 50 most recent calls, even if the unit
Position Report Page. From the DSC Entry Review Page, you can is left unattended. The Call List only shows the most recent call from
Delete the entry, Save it as a waypoint, or show the location on the a vessel. If a second call is received, it replaces the first call in the Call
map. List. Press Menu to sort the list and delete entries.
To review a call or log entry:
1. Open the Call List or Log from the DSC tab.
2. Highlight the call you want to review.
3. Press Enter to open the DSC Entry Review Page.

DSC Call List

DSC Log
When DSC calls are received, they are automatically stored
in the Log, with the most recent call at the top. The unit
DSC Entry Review Page
can store up to 100 calls; after 100 calls are received, the
oldest log file is removed when a new call is received.

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Main Menu > DSC Tab

DSC directory
entries. Press
Blank entry.
ENTER to
Press ENTER
open the Entry
to add a DSC
Review Page.
directory entry.

DSC Log DSC Directory list

Receiving a Position Report or Distress Call To add a new directory entry:

After you receive a Position Report or a Distress Call, you can 1. Open the DSC Directory on the Main Menu.
quickly navigate to the location. Highlight a call from the Call List 2. Highlight the first blank space in the directory list, and press
or Log, and press Direct To. The top selection in the Navigate Menu Enter.
is highlighted. Press Enter to go to the location. OR
Press Menu, highlight New Item, and press Enter.
DSC Directory 3. Enter the MMSI number, the name, and any comments.
The DSC Directory is like a phone book and can hold up to 50 4. When finished, highlight OK, and press Enter.
entries.

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Enter the
Setting Up DSC
MMSI number, Use the Setup sub tab to turn DSC on and off. If you have more than
name, and a one chartplotter and only want DSC to show on another chartplotter,
comment (if Highlight OK,
and press
turn DSC off on this unit.
needed) in the
fields. ENTER to save This Setup sub tab also allows you to simulate Distress Calls and
the directory
entry.
Position Reports while the unit is in Simulator Mode. Simulating
calls is helpful for practice before connecting to the real system. The
New Directory Item Page Distress Call simulator also helps to check if alarms are working
properly.
After creating a New Directory Item, the name created is attached
to that particular MMSI number. If you return to the Log, the new
name appears under the corresponding MMSI number.
Another way to input a name is from the Entry Review Page or the
DSC Distress Call or DSC Position Report Pages. The name and
MMSI are sent to other Garmin GPS units. Only the MMSI numbers
are sent to other non-Garmin DSC users.

Making a Distress Call DSC Setup

To make a Distress Call, press the MayDay button on your VHF
radio. The call transmits on an emergency channel with the MMSI
number attached to the call, if you have DSC support. Any DSC-
equipped mariner (on sea or land) within range can receive the call.

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Main Menu > Sonar Tab and Alarms Tab

Sonar Tab Alarms Tab

Use the Sonar tab to set up and configure sonar. See the “Setting Use the Alarms tab to define alarm settings. When an alarm goes off,
Up and Using Sonar” section beginning on page 89 for more the alarm message appears on the GPSMAP 276C and the unit emits
information about Sonar setup options. five (5) beeps.
NOTE: You must have a GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder Module
connected to your GPSMAP 276C to use sonar.

Main Menu—Alarms tab

To set an alarm:
Main Menu—Sonar Tab 1. Highlight the Alarms tab on the Main Menu.
2. Select the alarm to set, and press Enter.
3. Change the setting to On, and press Enter. If necessary,
highlight the next field to the right, and press Enter. Enter
the settings you want.
4. Press Enter to finish.

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 Main Menu > Alarms Tab
To set a persistent alarm: System Alarms
1. Highlight the Alarms tab on the Main Menu. Clock—sets an alarm based on the unit’s clock. Select On, and
2. Highlight the box next to the alarm you want to make then enter a specific time that you want the alarm to sound. The
persistent. GPSMAP 276C must be on for the clock alarm to work.
3. Press Enter to place a check mark in the Persist box. Ext. (External) Voltage—sets an alarm to sound when the external
Navigation (Nav) Alarms voltage drops below a specified amount. Select On, and then enter a
The Nav sub tab contains the following alarms: specific voltage.

Next Turn—sets an alarm to indicate the next turn in a route. Select DGPS—sets an alarm to sound when the GPSMAP 276C loses a
Dist to specify a distance before you reach the next turn to sound the differential fix.
alarm. Select Time to specify a time before the turn for the alarm to Accuracy—sets an alarm to sound when GPS accuracy falls outside
go off. Select Auto for the unit to provide a Next Turn alarm at its of the user-set value. Select On, and then enter a specific distance.
discretion.
Arrival—sets an alarm to sound when you are a specified distance
or time away from a destination waypoint. Select Auto for the unit
to provide an Arrival alarm at its discretion.
Off Course—sets an alarm to sound when off course. Select On,
then enter a distance.
Anchor Drag—sets an alarm to sound when you exceed a specified
drift distance. Select On, and then enter a distance.

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Main Menu > Calendar Tab
Sonar Alarms Calendar Tab
Shallow Water/Deep Water—sets an alarm to sound when you Use the Calendar tab to plan trips, as well as view sun and moon,
enter an area of water that is too shallow or deep. Select On, and and hunting and fishing information for the day.
then specify a depth. You must be receiving sonar NMEA data for
this function to work. Highlight an arrow, and press ENTER to change the date in view.

Water Temp—sets an alarm to indicate if the water temperature has

exceeded or dropped below a specific temperature, or fallen outside/
inside a specific temperature range. Select Above or Below, and Sunrise and
List of points sunset times
then enter a specific temperature, or select Inside or Outside and
and routes for the current
enter a range of temperatures. You must be receiving sonar NMEA added to this location and
data for this function to work. date. date.
Drift—sets an alarm to sound when you exceed a specified drift
distance. Select On, and then enter a specific distance. Calendar Tab in Day View

Fish—sets an alarm to sound when fish are detected with sonar.

Calendar Options
The options menu is available in all three calendar views. Press
Menu on any of the calendar views to open the options menu. To
view the Sun & Moon or Hunt & Fish sub tab, highlight View Sun
and Moon or View Hunt and Fish, and press Enter.

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 Main Menu > Celestial Tab
To add a route (or point) to the calendar: Celestial Tab
1. Highlight the Calendar tab on the Main Menu. The current The Celestial tab shows tide information, sun and moon information,
day appears on the Day View sub tab. and hunting and fishing information. You can view this data for your
2. Press Menu to open the options menu. Highlight Add Route current location, a location from the map, or a waypoint location.
(or Add Point), and press Enter. Also, you can select a different date and time, or use the current
3. From the pop-up route list (or the Find Menu if Add Point data.
was selected), select the route you want to add to the
calendar, and press Enter.

Day View Sub Tab

The Day View sub tab shows sunrise and sunset times for your
current date and location. Points and routes for the day appear in a
list.

Week View Sub Tab

The Week View sub tab provides the same elements as Day View, Main Menu—Celestial Tab
but the entire week is visible. Days with added points or routes are
shown highlighted in green. Icons for the points and routes assigned To access the Celestial tab:
to the date are shown along the bottom of the screen. 1. Highlight the Celestial tab on the Main Menu.
Month View Sub Tab 2. Use the ROCKER to view the sub tab you want, such as
Sun & Moon.
The Month View sub tab provides the same elements as Day View,
but the entire month is visible. Days with added points or routes are
shown highlighted in green. Icons for the points and routes assigned
to the date are shown along the bottom of the screen.

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Main Menu > Celestial Tab
Tide Sub Tab To view a tide chart for a different tide station:
The Tide sub tab contains a graphical chart that shows tide station 1. From the Tide sub tab, highlight the At field, and press
information in a 24-hour span starting at midnight station time. You Enter. The Find Menu opens showing the tide stations.
can choose from different dates and more than 3,000 tide stations. 2. Press Menu, and select Near Current Location, Near
Current Route, Near Other (select another location using
Enter the date for which you want to Select the tide station for which you the map), or Near Destination. The list is updated with your
view the tide information. want to view the information.
search requirements.
Height of tide Time 3. Select a tide station from the list, and press Enter. The
Tide Station Information Page appears.
4. Highlight OK, and press Enter. The Tide tab appears again
showing the tide chart for the selected tide station.
Smallest and Smallest and To view the tide chart for another date:
largest tides largest tides 1. From the Tide sub tab with a chart open, highlight the On
for the AM for the PM
field, and press Enter.
hours hours
Tide Sub Tab 2. Enter the date with the ROCKER, and press Enter. You
can also use the zoom In and Out keys to view information
The top of the page shows the tide station and date referenced. The for another date. Press and hold In or Out to scroll quickly
chart shows a 24-hour block of time, with the time progressing from through dates.
left to right. The solid vertical lines represent 4-hour increments; the 3. Press Enter when finished. The unit shows the chart for the
dotted vertical lines represent 1-hour increments. date you entered or selected.

The tide curve appears as a shaded area; higher tides are taller and To use the current date again, highlight the On (Date) field. Press
lower tides are shorter. The bottom of the page indicates the times Menu, highlight Use Current Date, and press Enter.
with the highest and lowest tides.

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 Main Menu > Celestial Tab
To view a chart’s details for another time during the To view sun and moon information for a different date:
day (other than current time): 1. Highlight the Date field, and press Enter.
1. From the Tide sub tab with the chart you want to view, press 2. Use the ROCKER to change the digits of the date to the date
Menu, and then select Move Cursor. you want. You can also use the zoom In and Out keys to
2. Press the ROCKER right or left to view the chart at another view information for another date. Press and hold In or Out
time. to scroll quickly through dates.
3. To return to the current time, press Menu, and select Stop 3. Press Enter when finished. The unit shows the sun and
Moving Cursor. moon information for the selected date.
4. To use the current date again, highlight the Date field. Press
To automatically start cursor mode to scroll the chart:
MENU, highlight Use Current Date, and press ENTER.
1. Highlight the On (Date) field. Then press down to start the
pointer (pan) mode. Select the Moon phase
2. Scroll the chart right to view the next day or left to view the date and
location
previous day.

Sun & Moon Sub Tab

Location of the
The Sun & Moon sub tab provides you with sunrise/sunset and Animation
controls for the sun and moon
moon rise/set times. A graphic of the moon phase also appears. in the sky view
sky view
You can view Sun & Moon information for any date or location.
You can also use the play, fast forward, and stop buttons to view an Sun & Moon Sub Tab
animation of the Sun & Moon sub tab.

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Main Menu > Celestial Tab
To view sun and moon information for a different
location:
1. Highlight the From field, and press Enter.
2. Highlight Use Find Menu, and press Enter. The Find Menu
automatically opens.
3. Select a waypoint or point of interest, and press Enter.
4. On the waypoint information page, press Enter. The unit
shows the sun and moon information for the location you Hunt & Fish Sub Tab
selected.
To use the current location, highlight the From field. Press Enter, To view hunt and fish information for a different date:
highlight Current Location, and press Enter again. 1. Highlight the Date field, and press Enter.
2. Use the ROCKER to change the digits of the date. You can
Hunt & Fish Sub Tab also use the zoom In and Out keys to view information for
The Hunt & Fish sub tab provides you with predictions of the best another date. Press and hold In or Out to scroll quickly
times to hunt and fish in a selected location on a specific date. through dates.
To show the Hunt & Fish information: 3. Press Enter when finished. The unit shows the information
1. Highlight the Celestial tab on the Main Menu. for the date you entered.
2. Select the Hunt & Fish sub tab.

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 Main Menu > Message Tab
To use the current date again, highlight the Date field. Press Menu, Message Tab
highlight Use Current Date, and press Enter. The Message tab shows a list of messages generated by the
GPSMAP 276C. Use the ROCKER to scroll through the list of
To view hunt and fish information for a different
messages on the Log sub tab. Use the Log Filter sub tab to show
location:
1. Highlight the From field, and press Enter.
only the message types that you want to view.
2. Highlight Use Find Menu, and press Enter. The Find Menu
opens.
3. Select a point, and press Enter.
4. On the information page, press Enter. The unit shows
Hunt & Fish information for the selected location.
To use the current location:
1. Highlight the From field, and press Enter.
2. Highlight Current Location, and press Enter. Main Menu—Message Tab

To view messages:
1. Highlight the Message tab on the Main Menu.
2. Highlight a message.
3. Press Enter to view detailed information about the
message.

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Main Menu > Display Tab
To show or hide messages using the log filter: Display Tab
1. Highlight the Message tab on the Main Menu. Use the Display tab to set display features, such as pages to show in
2. Highlight the Log Filter sub tab. All messages appear by the main page sequence and how long the backlight stays on.
default.

Main Menu—Display Tab

Message Log Filter Tab
Main Menu—indicates whether the Main Menu tabs contain text
3. Highlight the message type you want to hide, and press
Enter. The message name appears in the Hide window.
and icons (default) or text tabs only.
4. Highlight the message, and press Enter to show it again. Color Mode—sets the display to Day, Night, or Auto color mode.
Select Auto to automatically switch from day to night at sunset and
change back at sunrise.

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 Main Menu > Sound Tab
Backlight Timeout—sets the backlight to stay on when it is turned Sound Tab
on, or to time out after a selected period of time has elapsed when Use the Sound tab to customize the sounds made by your
using the battery. The backlight stays on regardless of this setting GPSMAP 276C.
when external power is used.
Twilight Adjustment—allows the unit to adjust the backlight for
optimum viewing during twilight times.
Highway Page—indicates whether the Highway Page appears in the
main page sequence.
Compass Page—indicates whether the Compass Page appears in the
main page sequence. Main Menu—Sound Tab
Backlight Intensity—turns the backlight up or down. Press right on
the ROCKER to increase the intensity or left to decrease. Beeper—sets the beeper to chime during keypresses and alarms
(Key and Alarm) or on Alarms Only.
Attention Tone—turns on and off the attention tone that sounds
before the vocal prompts.
Voice Prompt—sets the vocal prompt to operate for Guidance and
Status, Route Guidance Only, or No Voice Prompts.
Voice Language—sets the language for vocal prompts.
Speaker Volume—sets the external speaker or headphone volume.

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Main Menu > Setup Tab

Setup Tab System Mode—sets the unit to operate in Normal mode, Battery
To customize how your GPSMAP 276C looks, use the System tab to Saver mode, or Simulator mode (for practice ONLY).
adjust certain system settings. Usage Mode—sets the unit to operate in Marine (default) or
Automotive Mode.
System Sub Tab
Use the System sub tab to control settings for system mode, speed Speed Filter—allows the unit to average speed readings. Choose
filter, language, and external power. from Off, Auto (automatically controls filtering), or On (allows you
to enter a value in seconds).
To access the System sub tab:
1. Select the Setup tab on the Main Menu. Text Language—sets the unit’s on-screen language.
2. Select the System sub tab. WAAS—allows you to enable or disable WAAS.
External Power Off—indicates whether the GPSMAP 276C
remains on (Stay On) or the unit turns off (Turn Off) when external
power is removed from the unit.
External Power On—indicates whether to turn on the
GPSMAP 276C (Turn On) or charge the battery (Charge Battery)
when external power is applied to the unit.

Main Menu—System Setup Tab

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 Main Menu > Setup Tab
Road Routing Sub Tab Ask My Preference—determines whether you are asked to select a
Use the Road Routing sub tab to select road routing settings. Route Preference before route calculations.

To access the Road Routing sub tab: Calculation Method—sets how the unit searches for the route.
1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu. • Quickest Calculation—calculates the route the quickest, but
2. Select the Road Routing sub tab. it might not produce the best route.
• Quick Calculation—takes a bit more time to calculate, but
generates a better quality route.
• Better Route—generates an even better quality route, but
uses a longer calculation time.
• Best Route—generates the most optimal route, but takes the
longest time to calculate.
Calculate Routes for—sets route calculation for the particular
Road Routing Sub Tab vehicle you are operating to optimize the route for your vehicle type.
Avoid—allows you to avoid certain road types and maneuvers on
Route Preference—allows the unit to calculate routes based on:
your route. The unit uses these road types only if alternative routes
• Faster Time—routes calculated are faster to drive but might
take you too far out of your way or if no other road is available.
be longer in distance.
• Shorter Distance—routes calculated are shorter in distance Custom Avoids—allows you to enter specific areas and roads that
but might take more time to drive. you would like to avoid in your navigation.
• Off Road—creates a direct line from your current location to Custom Road Prefs—allows you to avoid or use Major, Medium,
your destination. This is useful when traveling outside of the and Minor roads using a slider scale. This is useful if you want to
detailed map coverage area or where no roads exist. avoid major highways, for example. Select Auto Set to use preset
values.
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Main Menu > Setup Tab
Guidance Sub Tab Timers Sub Tab
Use the Guidance sub tab to set guidance information. Use the Timers sub tab to set timers and view information about how
long the unit has been on.
To access the Guidance sub tab:
1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu. To access the Timers sub tab:
2. Select the Guidance sub tab. 1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu.
2. Select the Timers sub tab.

Guidance Sub Tab

Timers Sub Tab
Off-Route Recalculation—allows you to set whether the unit
prompts you when it is recalculating your route (Prompted), or User—allows you to set the timer to Count Up or Count Down.
recalculates automatically. Set whether the unit announces the You can also Reset the timer and turn it Off. Enter a time to use
recalculation (Automatic - Announced) or recalculates silently when counting up or down.
(Automatic - Silent). You can turn the off-route recalculation Off.
Marine—appears on the Compass Page in Marine Mode.
Next Turn Pop-up—turns the Next Turn pop-up window Off, or
opens the window when you press Nav (Held Nav Key Only), Since Midnight—shows the time the unit was turned on since
opens automatically (Automatically Only), or Both. midnight. To reset, select All Unit Defaults on the System sub tab.

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 Main Menu > Setup Tab
Time Sub Tab Units Sub Tab
Use the Time sub tab to set the time format and zone, and set the Use the Units sub tab to customize measurement units.
unit to conform to Daylight Saving Time. The current time and date
To access the Units sub tab:
appear in the Current Time and Date field.
1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu.
To access the Time sub tab: 2. Select the Units sub tab.
1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu.
2. Select the Time sub tab.

Distance and Speed—select the unit of measure to show your speed

and distance traveled.
Time Sub Tab
Direction Display—select the unit of measure to show your
Time Zone—choose the time zone for your city so the direction. Mils is a unit of angle measurement used in military
GPSMAP 276C shows the correct local time. Select Other to settings, in which 17.78 mils equal one degree.
enter a UTC Offset. Temperature—select the unit of measure to show the temperature.
If the wrong date appears, press Menu, highlight Set Date, and Elevation—select the unit of measure to show your altitude.
press Enter. You are prompted to enter the current year. The
GPSMAP 276C uses this information when gathering satellite data Depth—select the unit of measure to show the depth.
to show the correct date. Vertical Speed—select the unit of measure to show the vertical
speed.
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Main Menu > Setup Tab
Location Sub Tab The default setting is WGS 84. The unit automatically selects the
Use the Location sub tab to change location setting information. best datum depending on your chosen location format.

To access the Location sub tab: WARNING: Selecting the wrong map datum can result in
1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu. substantial position errors. When in doubt, use the default
WGS 84 datum for best overall performance.
2. Select the Location sub tab.
See the “Appendix” for more information about location formats Selecting a Different Heading Reference
and map datums. Also visit the National Imagery and Mapping You can select from Auto Mag Var, True, Grid, and User Mag Var.
Agency at www.nima.mil for more information on grids and datums. Auto Mag Var provides magnetic north heading references that are
automatically determined from your current location. True provides
Changing the Location Format headings based on a true north reference. Grid provides headings
When you change the Location Format, you change the coordinate based on a grid north reference (and is used in conjunction with
system in which a given location reading appears. The default the grid position formats). User Mag Var allows you to specify the
format is latitude and longitude in degrees, minutes, and thousandths magnetic variation at your current location and provides magnetic
of a minute (hddd°mm.mmm). Only change the location format if north heading references based on the variation you enter. Enter
you are using a map or chart that specifies a different location format the magnetic variation of your current location in the Magnetic
or you want to use a format you are familiar with. Variation field if you selected User Mag Var for the heading.
Selecting a Different Map Datum WARNING: If User Mag Var is selected, the unit does not
Datums are used to describe geographic positions for surveying, automatically calculate and update the magnetic variation at
mapping, and navigation and are not actual maps built in the unit. your present location. You must update the magnetic variation as
Only change the datum if you are using a map or chart that specifies your location changes. Failure to update this setting can result in
a different datum. substantial differences between the information shown on your
unit and external references, such as a magnetic compass.

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 Main Menu > Setup Tab
Welcome Sub Tab 3. To show the welcome message when you turn on your
Use the Welcome sub tab to enter information, such as your name GPSMAP 276C, highlight the Show at Power-up check
and address, or a welcome message that appears when the unit is box, and press Enter to select it. To hide the welcome
information at start-up, clear the check mark.
turned on. This feature is helpful if your unit is ever misplaced.
Com 1 and Com 2 Sub Tabs
To access the Welcome sub tab:
Use the Com 1 and Com 2 sub tabs to change the data format and
1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu.
control the input/output format used when connecting your unit to
2. Select the Welcome sub tab.
external devices.

To access the Com 1 and Com 2 sub tabs:

1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu.
2. Select the Com 1 or Com 2 sub tab.

Welcome Sub Tab

To add a welcome message:

1. Highlight one of the Welcome Message fields, and press
ENTER. Com 1 Sub Tab
2. Use the ROCKER to enter information in the fields. You do
not need to enter information in every field. When finished,
press ENTER again.

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Main Menu > Setup Tab
Serial Data Format—sets the data format to one of the following: • Text Out—allows the unit to output simple text data that
includes, data, time, location, and velocity. The Baud can be
• Garmin Data Transfer—provides the proprietary format
set to 1200, 2400, 4800, or 9600.
used to exchange data with a computer or another Garmin
GPSMAP 276C. Garmin Data Transfer is disabled when the • None—provides no interfacing capabilities.
USB is connected, and the unit automatically switches to USB If you select GARMIN DGPS or RTCM In/NMEA Out format,
format. When the USB is disconnected, the USB field changes you can control a differential beacon receiver directly from your
to Transfer Mode. GPSMAP 276C using the COM 1 sub tab. You can have the unit
• GARMIN DGPS—connects the GPSMAP 276C with a automatically scan for the DGPS beacon signal, or you can enter
Garmin DGPS beacon receiver. the beacon frequency and bit rate on the unit, and the information is
used to tune the beacon receiver. If you use a DGPS receiver, WAAS
• Garmin Remote Sonar—connects the GPSMAP 276C with
capability is automatically turned off.
a GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder Module and transducer.
• NMEA In/NMEA Out—supports the input/output of To have the unit automatically scan for a frequency:
standard NMEA 0183 version 3.01 data and sonar NMEA 1. Set the unit to GARMIN DGPS or RTCM In/NMEA Out.
input support for the DBT, DSE, DPT, MTW, and VHW 2. Highlight the Beacon field, and press Enter.
sentences. 3. Highlight Scan, and press Enter. The numbers in the
• RTCM In—allows DGPS input using a standard RTCM Frequency field change as the unit scans from 284 kHz to
format. 325 kHz, 200 bit rate, then 100 at 6-second intervals.
• RTCM In/NMEA Out—allows DGPS input using a standard
RTCM format and also provides NMEA 0183 version 3.01
output.
• RTCM In/Text Out—allows Differential GPS (DGPS) input
using a standard RTCM format and also outputs simple text
data that includes, data, time, location, and velocity.
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The Status field shows one of the following: To restart the scan:
1. Press Menu.
Status of the
scan 2. Highlight Restart Scan, and press Enter.
To manually enter a frequency and bit rate:
1. With the unit set to GARMIN DGPS or RTCM In/NMEA Out,
use the ROCKER to highlight the Beacon field, and press
Enter.
2. Highlight User, and press Enter.
3. Highlight the Frequency or Bit Rate field, and press Enter.
COM 1 sub tab with GARMIN DGPS selected
4. Enter a frequency or bit rate. Press Enter when finished.
• Tuning—the unit is attempting to tune to the specified When the unit is receiving a DGPS signal, the Signal to Noise Ratio
frequency and bit rate. (SNR) and Distance fields show data. The SNR range is 0 dB to
• Scanning—the unit is automatically scanning through the 30 dB, with 30 being the best. The Distance field might or might not
frequencies and bit rates. show data, depending on the signal being broadcast from the DGPS
site.
• Receiving—the unit is receiving DGPS signal and ready for
operation. The DGPS beacon transmitters are operated by the United States
• Check Wiring—the unit is not making connection with the Coast Guard (or similar government agency in other countries),
DGPS receiver. which is responsible for their accuracy and maintenance. For DGPS
transmitter problems or to find the most updated list of frequencies
and coverage areas, contact your local USCG or see their Web site at
www.navcen.uscg.mil/.

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Advanced NMEA Output Setup
If you are going to interface the GPSMAP 276C with another
piece of equipment (such as a radar or autopilot), the unit needs
to be set to output NMEA data. The NMEA data transmission can
be customized to keep the output rate at two seconds. If too many
NMEA sentences are started, the unit might take longer than two
seconds to update.
You can also set the Output Rate to Fast to output a minimum Advanced NMEA Output Setup
number of NMEA sentences at 1-second intervals.
Use the Advanced NMEA Output Setup Page to set the output rate,
To access the Advanced NMEA Output Setup: change the precision of the Lat/Lon minutes, set Waypoint IDs to
1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu. names or numbers, and turn on and off the GPS status, the GARMIN
2. Select the COM 1 or COM 2 sub tab. Proprietary sentences, and Waypoint/Route (WPL, RTE).
3. Highlight the Serial Data Format field, and press Enter. GPSMAP 276C NMEA Sentence Output (NMEA version 3.01
4. Select NMEA In/NMEA Out, and press Enter. compliant):
5. Press Menu to open the options menu. Select Advanced • Always transmitted: GPRMC, GPGGA, GPGLL, GPBWC,
NMEA Setup, and press Enter. GPVTG, GPXTE, GPRMB
• Switchable sentences: GPGSA, GPGSV, GPWPL, GPRTE
• GARMIN proprietary: PGRME, PGRMZ, PGRMM

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Setting Up and Using Sonar 4. Press Menu. Highlight Set Up Page Layout, and press
Enter.
This section covers the additional sonar options for the 5. Highlight Map With Sonar, and press Enter.
GPSMAP 276C when used in conjunction with a GSD 20 or
GSD 21 Sounder Module. Read the GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder
Module Installation Instructions to properly install the sounder
module. When you turn on your GPSMAP 276C, the sounder
module automatically turns on.
Note: You MUST have a transducer and a GSD 20 or GSD 21
installed and connected to your GPSMAP 276C to use the sonar
features.
Map Page with Split Screen
The Sonar Page is added to the end of the page sequence when you
are in Marine Mode. To view the Sonar Page, press Page or Quit To resize the Map Page sonar split screen:
repeatedly until it appears. 1. After showing the Sonar and Map Pages together in the split
screen as described in the previous steps, press Menu.
Showing Sonar on the Map Page 2. Highlight Size Split, and press Enter.
You can change the layout of the Map Page to show a split screen 3. Use the ROCKER to move the vertical double-arrow right or
to show the sonar on the Map Page. You must be in Marine Mode to left.
use sonar. 4. Press Enter.
5. To stop resizing the screen, press Quit. You can also press
To show the Sonar Page on the Map Page:
Menu, highlight Stop Resizing, and press Enter to stop
1. Press and hold Page.
resizing the screen and retain the previous split setting.
2. Highlight Marine, and press Enter.
3. Press Page or Quit to open the Map Page.
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Using the Sonar Page yellow (medium), green (weaker), and blue (weakest). The Fish
When combined with a GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder Module, your Symbols option allows you to view the actual sonar data, a fish
GPSMAP 276C becomes a powerful fishfinder/flasher. If a GSD symbol or a combination of both. When the unit is set to Dual, the
20 or GSD 21 is attached, but the unit does not detect a transducer, appearance of the fish symbols changes. Fish symbols from the
a “Sonar Turned Off” message appears across the Sonar Page. The center of the beam (200 kHz) are solid (or narrow arches), but the
Sonar Page appears only if a GSD 20 or GSD 21 has ever been returns from the edges of the beam (50 kHz) are hollow (or wide
attached or when the unit is in Simulator Mode. arches).
The middle of the page contains a right-to-left moving sonar image The sonar display can also be set to show a split screen view of a
of the water beneath your boat. Items appear as they pass under your zoomed portion of the sonar, bottom lock (display scaled from the
transducer. Those items on the right side of the screen are closer to bottom up), or a combination of these options. For example, you
you than those on the left. Along the right side of the screen is an can choose to show dual frequency at a 2X zoom (Dual 2X) on one
adjustable scale that reflects the depth of the area being shown. The half and normal range dual frequency (Dual) on the other half. The
top left corner shows the adjustment option, the depth, and the water current display mode appears at the bottom of each sonar display.
temperature.
Read the “Understanding Sonar” section beginning on page 98 for
more on information about sonar.

Sonar Page

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Adjusting the Sonar Page Sonar Adjustment Options
Use the Adjustment Menu to access the settings and features most
commonly used on the Sonar Page. Ten main adjustment options
are available: Range, Zoom, View, Gain, Target Level, Whiteline,
Frequency, Depth Line, Noise Reject, and Scroll. The currently
selected option appears in the upper-left corner.

To select an adjustment option:

Use one of the following methods to select an adjustment option:
• Press the ROCKER right or left to scroll through the
adjustment options. When the adjustment option you want Scroll—adjusts the rate that the sonar display scrolls from right to
appears, press Enter. left. If you are sitting still or the sonar display is moving too fast,
• Press Menu, highlight Adjustments, and press Enter. slow the scroll rate or pause the scrolling.
Use the ROCKER to highlight the adjustment, and press Range—sets the display depth range used for viewing. The unit can
Enter. be set to automatically track the bottom or set to a user-specified
After you select an adjustment option, press the ROCKER up or depth range.
down to change the setting.
Zoom—allows you to select a display zoom scale or to split
You can also press Menu and highlight a shortcut setting to the display. When a scale other than No Zoom is selected, the
quickly change to commonly used settings and values. Adjustment Menu shows a new selection labeled View or Span. The
Press Enter to accept the new setting (or press Quit to cancel) Zoom function is divided into six levels:
and return to the Sonar Page. • 2X Split—shows two reduced-size sonar pictures at the same
time. The right half of the screen shows the complete sonar
picture at its original scale. The left half shows a portion of
the original picture at 1/2 depth scale.
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• 2X Zoom—shows the 2X zoomed picture on the full screen. Target Level—adjusts colors used to show sonar information. A
• 4X Split—shows two reduced pictures, the right at the Color Bar appears on the right side of the screen as you adjust this
original depth scale and the left at 1/4 the original depth scale. setting. A higher percentage results in more strong-signaled colors
shown on the sonar display. A lower percentage results in more
• 4X Zoom—shows the 4X zoomed picture on the full screen.
weaker-signaled colors shown on the sonar display. This setting does
• Btm (Bottom) Split—shows two reduced pictures, the right not increase or decrease the unit Gain.
at the original depth scale and the left showing sonar returns
from the bottom up. All target depths read as a distance from Whiteline—controls how the unit shows information about the
the bottom. bottom type (hard or soft). With Whiteline Off, the bottom return
shows as red. Set Whiteline at Normal or 1–100% to determine
• Btm (Bottom) Lock—shows returns from the bottom up on
bottom hardness. See page 100 for more information.
the full screen.
Tip: Quickly zoom in and out of the Sonar display by pressing Frequency—allows you to choose a transducer frequency.
the In and Out keys. Turn off the zoom function by pressing Frequency refers to the “pitch” of the sound that the transducer
the Out key until the No Zoom setting appears. sends and receives.

View/Span—changes the viewing range of a zoomed display. If the Depth Line—adds a horizontal depth line across the display that is
display is 2X or 4X split, only the zoomed portion on the left side of used to measure the depth of underwater objects. The depth of the
the screen is affected by the change. If the display is Bottom Split or line appears in a box on the right side of the line. Press up or down
Bottom Lock, Span adjusts how far off the bottom the unit shows on the ROCKER to move the line on the sonar display.
data. This option is available when a Zoom scale other than No Noise Reject—helps filter unwanted noise from the sonar display.
Zoom is selected. The Noise Reject can be turned Off, set to Normal (automatically
Gain—allows you to control the sensitivity of the unit’s receiver adjusts for optimum viewing), or to a fixed 1–100% setting. When
To see more detail, increase the receiver sensitivity by selecting a setting the Noise Reject, remember that a higher noise rejection
higher gain. If there is too much detail select a lower gain. setting is less likely to show fish or structures.

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Resizing the Split Screen Using the Pointer on the Sonar Page
You can adjust the way the split screen appears. This option is only You can show the pointer (arrow) to reference sonar items and
available when a zoom scale other than No Zoom is selected. mark underwater waypoints. This makes it easier to find and use
an object such as a stump for a future fishing location. When using
To resize the Sonar Page split screen: this feature, the Sonar Page pauses. The depth continues to update
1. From the Sonar Page split screen, press MENU.
while the display is paused, but the unit does not show any new
2. Highlight Size Split, and press ENTER. sonar data until the Sonar Page resumes scrolling. You might see a
3. Move the horizontal double-arrow left or right using the discontinuity from where the sonar information stops and where it
ROCKER until the vertical width line shows, then press starts again.
ENTER.
4. If you want to cancel this operation, press QUIT or press To mark an underwater waypoint:
MENU, highlight Stop Resizing, and press ENTER. 1. From the Sonar Page, press Menu, highlight Show Pointer,
and press Enter.
2. Use the ROCKER to move the pointer to the location you
want to mark, and press Enter. The New Map Waypoint
Page opens.
3. To change the name, symbol or depth, highlight the
appropriate field, and press Enter. Make your changes,
and press Enter.
4. When you are done making changes, highlight OK, and
press Enter.
5. To return to the standard Sonar Page, press Quit; or press
Menu, highlight Hide Pointer, and press Enter.

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Setting Up Sonar Depth Number—select the efficiency of the digital depth update
Use the Sonar tab on the Main Menu to set up the Sonar Page. rate. Fast Update updates quicker and is recommended for low-
noise water deeper than 50 feet. Auto is best for shallow water or
To access the Sonar Tab: high-noise areas, has a slower screen update, and is best used if you
Highlight the Sonar tab on the Main Menu. travel a wide variety of depths.
If the unit is unable to track the bottom for any reason, the digits in
the depth window flash on and off to alert you that the unit is not
tracking the bottom.
Map Split Sonar Detail—select how much detail appears on the
Map Page with the sonar shown. Full Range shows data using the
Range setting of the Sonar Page, regardless of Zoom or Bottom
Lock. Maximum Detail shows any Zoom or Bottom Lock data
Main Menu—Sonar Tab from the Sonar Page.
Fish Symbols—select how the Sonar Page shows underwater targets Keel Offset—enter the surface reading for the depth of a keel. This
and background information. Select Off to show all of the available makes it possible to measure depth from the bottom of your keel
information about the underwater environment. Select a fish symbol instead of from the transducer’s location. Enter a positive number
to show only the information related to that symbol. to offset for a keel. It is also possible to enter a negative number to
compensate for a large vessel that can draw several feet of water.
Water Type—select the proper water type in which you are boating. The Keel Offset is reflected in the depth reading.
Because sound waves travel through fresh and salt water at different
rates, it is necessary to select the Water Type to ensure accurate Transducer—select the type of transducer that you are using. If you
readings on the unit. are using a speed-capable transducer/sensor, select Temp, Spd.

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Calibrating the Water Speed
If you select Temp, Spd for the Transducer option on the Setup sub
tab, you must calibrate the water speed to ensure the Water Speed
shown on your unit is accurate. The calibration should take place in
water having little or no current.
The unit automatically uses the GPS ground speed, if it is available,
for comparison on the calibration. If a GPS ground speed is not Calibrating the Water Speed
available, use either your boat’s speedometer reading (not always
accurate) or a stopwatch to determine your speed over a certain 3. By default, the top ground speed is automatically shown. If
distance. To find out your speed, divide the distance by the time. a ground speed is not available, the top uncalibrated water
speed is used instead. If the new speed is correct, highlight
To calibrate the water speed: OK, and press Enter.
1. On the Setup sub tab, highlight the Calibrate Water Speed
If you want to manually enter a calibration, press Enter
button, and press Enter.
while the speed is highlighted, enter a new speed, and press
2. Bring the boat to a cruising speed. Both the top ground and Enter again.
uncalibrated water speeds are shown at the bottom of the
calibration window. Note your top speed, then stop the boat,
If the boat is not moving fast enough or the speed sensor is not
and press Enter. outputting a speed, “Boat Is Not Moving Fast Enough To Calibrate”
appears at the bottom of the screen. Check that the speed sensor
NOTE: You must have a transducer with a built-in speed sensor wheel is moving or safely increase boat speed. If there is a problem
or a separate compatible speed sensor.
with the speed sensor or if a speed senor is not installed, “Water
Speed Sensor Is Not Working” appears at the bottom of the screen.
Check connections of speed sensor cables.

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Setting Up and Using Sonar > Setting up Sonar
Setting Up the Sonar Display Flasher—select On to show a graphic flasher representation on
You can set up how the sonar information appears on-screen using the far right side of the sonar display. This graphic flasher shows
the Display sub tab. structure and bottom returns much the same as a true flasher. You
might find this feature useful when using fish symbols.
To access the Display sub tab:
1. Highlight the Sonar tab on the Main Menu. Temperature Graph—select On to show a temperature graph along
2. Highlight the Display sub tab. the bottom of the Sonar Page.
Background Color—select the color for the Sonar Page and the
sonar on the Map Split Page.
Graphic flasher

White Color bar

background

Display Sub Tab

Temperature Depth scale
Scale—select how and where you want the depth scale to appear. graph in corners
Color Bar—select On to show a gradient scale of the current Target Sonar Page with the Sonar Display settings changed
Level setting on the Sonar Setup tab.

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Viewing the Temperature Changing the Temperature Display
Use the Temperature sub tab to view a graph of water temperature The graph adjusts and shows the temperature changes according to
changes over a period of time. The graph reads from right to left the Temperature Scale and Time Duration settings.
so that the most recent temperature measured appears on the far
Temperature Scale—select a degree span from the list. Select Auto
right side of the graph. The dotted lines within the graph indicate
to have the unit automatically determine the best range, or select a
intervals in the temperature scale and the duration of time. To view
span of 2, 4, 6, 8, or 10 degrees.
temperature information, you must select Temp (or Temp, Spd.) as
the transducer type on the Setup sub tab. Time Duration—set how fast or slow the temperature log scrolls; a
shorter time duration means a faster temperature log scroll. Select a
Note: You must be receiving proper sonar data from another duration from 1 minute to 2.5 hours.
device, such as a Garmin GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder Module,
to view temperature information. Resetting the Temperature Graph
To reset the scale range for the temperature graph, press Menu,
To access the Temperature sub tab: highlight Reset Auto Scale, and press Enter. This is useful
1. Highlight the Sonar tab on the Main Menu.
when the scale spans a large range due to extreme temperature
2. Select the Temperature sub tab. changes. You can reset the scale only when you select Auto for the
Temperature Scale.
To restore the temperature graph to defaults, press Menu, highlight
Restore Default, and press Enter.

Temperature Sub Tab

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Setting Up and Using Sonar > Understanding Sonar

Understanding Sonar Understanding the Sonar Display

The transducer mounted on your vessel transmits sound waves One of the first things to understand about sonar is that the
toward the bottom of the water in a cone-shaped pattern. When transducer sends a beam down to the bottom of the water, much like
a transmitted sound wave strikes an underwater object—such as the beam of a flashlight. The beam starts small near your vessel and
the bottom, a structure, or a fish—sound is reflected back to the expands as it gets to the bottom. See “Transducer Coverage” for
transducer. The transducer collects the reflected sound waves and more detailed information.
sends the data to the GSD 20 or GSD 21 Sounder Module and then The Sonar Page does not show a three-dimensional representation of
to the GPSMAP 276C to be processed and shown. The underwater the underwater environment; the display is in two-dimensions, much
data is shown on the Sonar display in the order that it is returned; like if you took a picture of an aquarium. Only the depth of the item
first returned is the first on the display. in the water appears. The Sonar display does not show you where an
item is located horizontally in the water, as shown in the drawings
below. The fish is not directly above the tree in reality, but it might
look like it is on the Sonar Page.

Fish

Sonar Page 1'

If the only thing between the transducer and the bottom is water, 10'

the first strong return comes from the bottom directly below the Tree
Tree
transducer and sets the bottom level. Weaker secondary returns 20'

provide the detailed data. Stronger returns show in darker colors, Aerial View of the Water Sonar Display
with red being the strongest.
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Transducer Coverage
The area covered by the transmitted sound waves is determined
by the cone angle of the transducer and the water depth. The wide
Coverage Depth
cone angles (40°) associated with low frequencies (50 kHz) provide diameter
a large coverage area for finding fish within a coverage width that
is approximately 2/3 of the water depth. However, this also means Coverage Depth
that wide cone angles produce less bottom detail and resolution. As diameter
shown in the drawing on the near right, the 40° cone angle produces
a coverage area of approximately a 20-foot diameter circle at a
30-foot depth.
The narrow cone angles (10°) associated with high frequencies
(200 kHz) provide better bottom resolution and crisper detail, but
cannot show a large coverage area for finding fish. The 10° cone
angle provides a coverage width that is approximately 2/10 of the
water depth. As shown in the drawing on the far right, the 10° cone
angle produces a coverage area of approximately a 6-foot diameter
40° Cone Angle (50 kHz) 10° Cone Angle (200 kHz)
circle at a 30-foot depth.
Dual frequency mode combines both frequencies to get the best
coverage area and contour/depth readings.

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Whiteline Thermoclines
The GSD 20 or GSD 21 can help you determine whether the bottom A rough definition of a thermocline is a break in water where
is hard or soft. When the sonar sound waves are reflected back the water temperature changes faster than the water above it.
by the bottom, a hard bottom returns a stronger signal than a soft Thermoclines are shown as the weakest colors.
bottom. A thin whiteline indicates a softer bottom, while a thick
One of the unique features offered by Garmin is See-Thru®
whiteline indicates a harder bottom. Normally, a red line is used
technology, which allows the GPSMAP 276C to hear both weak and
to show the point where water meets the bottom. This line follows
strong signals simultaneously so it can identify fish returns under
the bottom contour, along with any significant objects lying on the
the toughest conditions, such as suspended in thermoclines or even
bottom. The unit uses the whiteline function to make the bottom
hiding near structures. See-Thru® technology allows the GSD 20 or
layer information easier to distinguish.
GSD 21 to “see” through thermoclines and helps locate fish where
they live.

Thick
Whiteline: Hard
bottom

Thermocline
Whiteline On Whiteline Off

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Appendix Performance
Receiver: Differential-ready 12 parallel channel receiver
Specifications Acquisition Times: Approximately 15 seconds (warm start)
Approximately 45 seconds (cold start)
Physical Specifications
Approximately 5 minutes (First Time/
Size: 5.7" W x 3.2" H x 1.9" D
AutoLocate™)
(14.5 x 8.1 x 4.8 cm)
Update Rate: 1/second, continuous
Weight: 13.6 oz (0.39 kg)
Display: 3.75" diagonal (9.5 cm) Transflective, 256-color Accuracy
display with backlighting (480 x 320 pixels) GPS: 15 meters (49 feet) RMS 95% typical
Case: Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy, DGPS (USCG): 3–5 meters (10–16 ft), 95% typical
waterproof to IEC 60529 IPX7 DGPS (WAAS): < 3 meters (10 ft) 95% typical with DGPS
Temp. Range: 5°F to 140°F (-15°C to 60°C) corrections
Velocity: 0.1 knot RMS steady state
Power
Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion Dynamics: 6 g's
Battery Life: 5 to 15 hours depending on the backlight setting
Source: 11–35 VDC
Fuse: 3AG - 1.5 Amp

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Appendix > Optional Accessories

Optional Accessories PC Interface Cable: Connects the unit to a serial port on your
In addition to the standard accessories included with your computer.
GPSMAP 276C, optional accessories are available to enhance the Power/Data Cable: Allows you to connect the unit to the electrical
operation of the GPSMAP 276C. system using bare wires.
To obtain replacement parts and optional accessories, contact Programmable Data Cards: Blank data cards available in various
your Garmin dealer, Garmin Product Support in the USA at sizes. Download detailed map data from MapSource CD-ROMs to
800/800.1020, or Garmin Europe at 44/0870.8501241. a data card, either directly through your GPSMAP 276C using the
WARNING: Garmin accessories have been designed and
PC USB cable, the optional PC Interface cable, or with the optional
specifically tested for use with Garmin products. Accessories USB Data Card Programmer.
offered by other manufacturers have not been tested or approved USB Data Card Programmer: Programs blank data cards at high
for use with Garmin products. Use of such accessories could speed through a computer.
cause damage to the GPSMAP 276C and void the warranty.
Carrying Case: Protects the GPSMAP 276C when not in use; has
Auto Navigation Kit: Provides the parts and map data to use the storage space for data cards.
GPSMAP 276C in an automobile.
Protective Cover: Snaps on the front of the unit to protect the
GA 29, GA 29F, and GA 26C Antennas: Garmin remote antennas. screen from damage.
Non-Skid Friction Mount: Portable vehicle mount, no installation MapSource Software CD-ROMs and DVDs: Enhances the
required. basemap and creates waypoints and routes from your computer.
Permanent and Temporary Adhesive Disks: Adhesive disks for MapSource offers several detailed mapping options that are
using the unit in a vehicle. compatible with the GPSMAP 276C. See www.garmin.com for
more information.
External Speaker with 12/24-Volt Adapter Cable: Allows the unit
Pre-Programmed Data Cards: Data cards preprogrammed with
to operate from the vehicle’s power system through the cigarette
lighter adapter. Provides a speaker for vocal prompts. either Garmin BlueChart g2 or US Inland Lakes map data.

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Installation Information Data Out 1 Voice (-) Ground

Blue Orange Black
This section of the Appendix provides information on connecting the
Data In 2 Alarm
GPSMAP 276C to auxiliary devices and removing the antenna. Green White
Power Voice (+)
Connecting the Power/Data Cable Red Brown
The power/data cable connects the GPSMAP 276C to an 11–35 Data Out 2 Data In 1
VDC system and provides interface capabilities for connecting Violet Yellow
external devices. The color code in the diagram below and to the
right indicates the appropriate harness connections. Replacement
fuse is a 3AG - 1.5 Amp fuse.

Ground Voice (-) Data Out 1 Power/Data Connector on the Cable

Black Orange Blue
Alarm Data In 2 Red: Power
White Green
Voice (+) Power Black: (-) (+)
Brown Red Ground
11–35 VDC
Data In 1 Data Out 2
Yellow Violet RXD +
Autopilot/
NMEA Device
Power/Data Connector on the GPSMAP 276C Unit Blue: RXD -
Data Out
Switch White/Blue (+)
Orange
Closed - On, GSD 21
Yellow: Open - Off
(-) Sounder
Data In
White/Brown

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Connecting Your GPSMAP 276C to a Computer To connect your GPS to your computer:
You can connect your GPSMAP 276C to your computer using the 1. Connect the small end of your cable to the lower connector
supplied USB cable to connect to a USB data port or the optional PC on the back of the GPSMAP 276C, shown in the illustration
Interface cable to connect to a DB-9 serial communications port. to the left.
2. When using the supplied USB Data Cable, connect the larger
Note: Fully install the supplied MapSource program, Trip & end of the cable to an available USB data port (see the
Waypoint Manager, on your computer before connecting the illustration on the left).
USB cable to the computer. When using a computer Interface Cable, connect the larger
end of the cable to a serial communications port on your
computer (see illustration on the bottom left).
Information About USB Drivers
The USB drivers should have been automatically installed when
USB connector you installed the MapSource program that came with your
under weather USB Data Port on Your PC GPSMAP 276C. When you initially connect the GPSMAP 276C to a
cap
USB port, your computer might prompt you to locate the destination
of the drivers for the device. You only need to install the drivers
once. After the drivers are installed, your computer always detects
Serial Communications Port your GPSMAP 276C when it is connected. USB drivers might be
updated periodically. You can find these updates at
www.garmin.com.

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Using xImage for Customized Waypoint Icons To install a data card:
Use xImage to exchange images between your computer and your 1. Insert the card into the slot on the bottom of the unit. Be sure
GPSMAP 276C. You can download and save screenshots of any the label is facing the front of the unit.
screen shown on your unit. xImage also allows you to download 2. Firmly push the card into the unit. It is not necessary to force
customizable splash screens and waypoint symbols from compatible the card. The handle is still exposed when it is properly
GPS units, customize them (if you have an image editing program inserted.
on your computer), and send them back to your GPS unit. 3. If the unit is on, a confirmation tone sounds. The first time
you insert a programmed data card, the unit takes a few
You can download xImage from the Garmin Web site at seconds to read the card. After the data card has been
www.garmin.com/ximage�/. See the xImage Help file for complete properly installed and accepted, a summary screen noting
instructions on using xImage. the card details appears. Press Enter to acknowledge.
If you insert a data card and get a “card format not recognized”
Installing and Removing Data Cards
message, try removing the card and reinserting it. If the card is still
The GPSMAP 276C uses an optional Garmin data card to show
not recognized, contact Garmin or your Garmin dealer.
digital charts and maps. Install the data card in the card slot located
on the bottom of the unit. Install or remove the data card at any time, To remove a data card:
whether the unit is on or off. 1. Grasp the card handle. The handle expands for easy
removal.
You can load a variety of information on your data card, such as
MapSource detailed maps. You can also buy preprogrammed cards 2. Pull the card out of the card slot on the bottom of the unit.
to use with your GPSMAP 276C 3. If the unit is on, a confirmation tone sounds when the data
card has been removed.
Data cards are not waterproof, should not be exposed to moisture or
excessive static charges, and should be stored in the case supplied
with the card.

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Appendix > Installation Information
Interfacing To remove the GPS antenna:
The following formats are supported for connection of external 1. Remove the external power cable from the connector on the
devices: GARMIN proprietary Differential GPS (DGPS), NMEA back of the GPSMAP 276C.
0180, 0182, 0183 (versions 1.5, 2.0, 2.3, 3.01), ASCII Text Output, 2. Rotate the antenna to approximately a seven o’clock
and RTCM SC-104 input (version 2.0). position. The alignment notches in the casing must line up
with the notches on the antenna.
The following are the Approved Sentences for NMEA 0183, 3. Pull the antenna away from the GPSMAP 276C unit.
version 3.01 output: GPRMC, GPGGA, GPGSA, GPGSV, GPGLL,
GPBOD, GPRTE, and GPWPL. The following are the Proprietary
Sentences for NMEA 0183, version 3.01 output: PGRME, PGRMZ,
and PGRMM.
The GPSMAP 276C also includes NMEA input with support for
the BWC, DBT, DPT, DSC, DSE, MTW, VHW, VTG, and XTE
sentences.
Garmin’s proprietary communication protocol is available from the
Web site at www.garmin.com.

Removing the GPS Antenna

You can remove the GPS antenna to use an external antenna. After
the antenna is removed, the BNC connector is exposed and ready
for use with an external antenna. For information on connecting Removing the GPS Antenna
an external antenna to the GPSMAP 276C, refer to the installation
instructions that came with the antenna.

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 Appendix > Satellite Information

Satellite Information Date, Time, and Current Location

Center dot - 90°
The unit gets date and time information from the satellite’s on-board atomic
90° above the horizon clock. When the unit has achieved a 2-D or 3-D GPS location, the current
location is shown in the location format you have selected.
Inner ring- 45°
above the horizon

Outer ring -
the horizon
What is Differential GPS (DGPS)?
The United States and Canadian governments (among others) have
45° set up Differential GPS (DGPS) stations to transmit correction
signals. They are operational in coastal areas and on many navigable
Satellite Sky View river systems.

Satellite Location The DGPS system is available for use without a fee, but you do need
The location of each available satellite is shown over two location rings
additional equipment to receive DGPS signals; a beacon receiver
on the Satellite Information Page. The outer ring represents the horizon,
compatible with the RTCM format sentences supported by your
the inner ring represents 45° above the horizon, and the center represents
Garmin GPS is needed to use DGPS.
directly overhead. When the unit is using a satellite for navigation, the Refer to the United States Coast Guard’s Web site
satellite number is highlighted on the location rings. The unit can show (www.navcen.uscg.gov/) for locations and status of the differential
satellite location with either North or your current heading at the top of the stations.
screen.
Differential Field
Satellite Strength Indicator Bars Differential receiver status is indicated in the bottom left field of the
The Satellite Strength Indicator Bars show the strength of the signal being GPS tab and shows one of the following conditions:
received and the status of the signal. The bars are either shaded or filled. A
hollow gray bar means the unit is in the process of storing orbital data it is • None—no optional beacon receiver is attached or enabled in
receiving from the satellite signal. When the bar turns solid green, the unit the Interface sub tab on the Main Menu—Setup tab or WAAS
is using the satellite signal for navigation. A “D” in or above the bar means is disabled.
differential corrections (WAAS or DGPS) are being applied to that satellite.
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• Searching for WAAS—WAAS is enabled and the receiver is correction message. According to the FAA’s Web site, testing in
searching for WAAS signal. September 2002 of WAAS confirmed an accuracy performance of 1–
• Using WAAS—WAAS capability is enabled and the unit is 2 meters horizontal and 2–3 meters vertical throughout the majority
receiving WAAS corrections. of the continental United States and portions of Alaska.
• Check Beacon Wiring—the DGPS setting is enabled in the WAAS is just one service provider that adheres to the MOPS
Interface sub tab on the Main Menu—Setup tab, but no DGPS (Minimum Operational Performance Standard) for global Satellite
device is detected. Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS). Eventually, there are several
• No Beacon Signal—DGPS receiver is attached, but not services of worldwide geostationary communication satellites and
transmitting RTCM data to GPS. ground reference stations.
• Tuning Beacon—the receiver is tuning manually to a DGPS All SBAS systems use the same receiver frequency; therefore, any
frequency. operational SBAS system should be capable of providing your GPS
• Using Differential—the unit is receiving DGPS corrections. unit with increased accuracy at any location in the world.
• Scanning for Beacon—the DGPS receiver is scanning for an Currently, enabling WAAS on your Garmin GPSMAP 276C in
available frequency. regions that are not supported by ground stations might not improve
accuracy, even when receiving signals from an SBAS satellite. In
What is WAAS? fact it can degrade the accuracy to less than that provided by GPS
The Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) is an FAA-funded
satellites alone. For this reason, when you enable WAAS on your
project to improve the overall integrity of the GPS signal and
Garmin GPS receiver, the receiver automatically uses the method
increase position accuracy for users in North America.
that achieves the best accuracy. To enable WAAS, see page 6.
The system is made up of satellites and approximately 25 ground
For more information, go to http://gps.faa.gov/Programs/WAAS/
reference stations positioned across the United States that monitor
waas.jsp.
GPS satellite data. Two master stations, located on either coast,
collect data from the reference stations and create a GPS data
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 Appendix > LORAN TD Setup

LORAN TD Setup Using the LORAN TD Format

LORAN C is a radio navigation aid operated and maintained in the When creating new waypoints using LORAN TD coordinates,
United States by the United States Coast Guard. The name LORAN you must set the correct LORAN chain number and secondary
is an acronym for “LOng RAnge Navigation.” The LORAN stations in the Setup TD field before storing the waypoint. After
system covers the entire United States and the United States the waypoint is stored in unit memory, it always references the
Coastal Confluence Zone. From the perspective of a mariner, the LORAN chain number and secondary stations currently selected in
system is used for ocean and coastal navigation. It can be used as a the Setup TD field. If you enter a different LORAN chain number
supplemental system for harbor and harbor approach navigation, and or change the secondary stations or offsets in the Setup TD field,
it is used for inland navigation by recreational vehicles. the active waypoint information reflects those changes. Because the
GPSMAP 276C does not rely on the LORAN signal for navigation,
LORAN TD Feature it can reference a different GRI chain or secondary stations and still
The LORAN TD (Time Delay) feature eases the transition from navigate to the location stored in memory.
using LORAN to using GPS. The GPSMAP unit automatically
The LORAN Location Format field is located on the System
converts GPS coordinates to LORAN TDs for those who have a
Tab—Location sub tab on the Main Menu. The LORAN TD Setup
collection of LORAN fixes for favorite fishing spots and other
window contains the fields to select the Loran GRI-Chain Number,
waypoints recorded as TDs. You can show your location as a TD
Primary and Secondary Stations, and TD Offsets.
or enter waypoints as TDs. The accuracy to be expected from this
conversion is approximately thirty (30) meters. When the unit is
placed in the LORAN TD format mode, it simulates the operation
of a LORAN receiver. Position coordinates might be shown as TDs,
and all navigation functions might be used as if the unit was actually
receiving LORAN signals.

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Appendix > LORAN TD Setup
To set up Loran TD from the Main Menu:
1. Highlight the Setup tab on the Main Menu, and then highlight
the Location sub tab.
2. Highlight the Location Format field, and press Enter.

LORAN TD Setup

6. When finished, highlight the Save button, and press Enter.

If the active GRI Chain, secondary stations, or offsets were changed
Location Sub Tab
since the waypoint was created, the waypoint now references
the active GRI chain and secondary stations and adjust the TD
3. Highlight Loran TD, and press Enter. coordinates accordingly. Remember that the GPS is not relying
4. Highlight the Setup button located on the right side of the on the LORAN signal for navigation and actually converts the
Location Format field, and press Enter. The Loran TD TD coordinate to a useful latitude and longitude coordinate before
Setup window appears. storing the waypoint to memory or using it for navigation. Because
5. To change the settings of any of the five fields, highlight the of this, the unit can navigate to a TD coordinate anywhere in the
field, press Enter, select a setting using the ROCKER, and world.
press ENTER again. You must know your GRI chain number and secondary stations
to create a LORAN TD position. For more information, read our
LORAN TD Position Format Handbook, available at the Garmin
Web site, at www.garmin.com/support/userManual.html.

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 Appendix > Map Datums and Location Formats

Map Datums and Location Formats What is a Location Format?

Your current location can be viewed on the GPS in the form of
coordinates. Because different maps and charts use different
location formats, Garmin GPS units allow you to choose the correct
coordinate system for the type of map you are using. The most
common format is latitude and longitude, which is used by all
Garmin units.
You can choose to change the location format to use with other
coordinate systems in Location field of the Setup tab—Location
sub tab. UTM/UPS (Universal Transverse Mercator/Universal Polar
Map Datums are based on a mathematical model of the Earth.
Stereographic) are easy-to-use metric grids that are found on most
USGS topographic quadrangle maps. You can also select one of
What Are Map Datums?
several other grids, including a user-definable grid (for the advanced
A datum is a mathematical model of the Earth that approximates
user).
the shape of the Earth and enables calculations to be carried out in a
consistent and accurate manner. The datum is physically represented For more information about using paper maps with your
by a framework of ground monuments whose positions have been Garmin unit, refer to Using a Garmin GPS with Paper Land
accurately measured and calculated on this reference surface. Lines Maps, available for download at www.garmin.com/manuals/
of latitude and longitude on a map or chart are referenced to a UsingaGarminGPSwithPaperLandMaps_Manual.pdf.
specific map datum. Every chart has a map datum reference, and you
can set the GPSMAP 276C to match most of those commonly used.
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.
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Appendix > Digital Selective Calling (DSC)

Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Any time a vessel receives a DSC call, they can store that location
DSC uses marine VHF radio GPS technologies to transmit and and quickly navigate to that position using a Go To. This makes
receive location information. DSC is used by mariners to assist them DSC a time-saver, especially in an emergency situation. In order to
in two major areas: Distress Calls and Position Reporting. use DSC, users must first register their VHF radio with the FCC and
receive a Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) number.
A non-emergency DSC Position Report allows mariners to exchange
and show their positions. When you receive a DSC position, you can What is a Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI)
create a waypoint or to show the received position on an electronic Number?
map. MMSI basically allows a VHF radio to act like a phone. The 9-digit
An emergency DSC Distress Call allows a vessel in trouble MMSI number acts like a phone number when used in a position
to transmit a substantial amount of information in a single report and as a unique identifier to the Coast Guard when used in
transmission, or “call,” without the need for voice communication. an emergency distress call. To obtain a MMSI number, users must
When any nearby rescuer receives the DSC signal, an alarm sounds, register their VHF radio with the FCC (Form 605). Garmin does
and they immediately receive the position of the caller. not supply this number!
The rescuer can then choose to navigate (Go To) the caller’s position For more information regarding MMSI numbers, visit
to assist or forward the call on to the Coast Guard. When the Coast www.navcen.uscg.gov/marcomms/gmdss/mmsi.htm.
Guard receives the call, they can immediately access the caller’s
information (such as who they are and the type of vessel) in their
database while they are in transit to the caller’s location.

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How Are MMSI Assignments Obtained? Users Outside the United States
Non-commercial users, such as recreational users, who remain Users can obtain an MMSI assignment from their telecommunications
in United States waters and only carry VHF, EPIRB (Emergency authority or ship registry, often by obtaining or amending their ship
Position Indicating Radio Beacons), and Radar are not required to station license.
have a FCC ship station license. The FCC and Coast Guard have
authorized some second and third-party vendors to assign MMSI Users In Canada
numbers. This service is limited to registering recreational vessels Industry Canada is responsible for assigning MMSI numbers to
only. To receive information on how to obtain a recreational MMSI commercial and recreational vessels. Information is available at the
number, contact http://www.uscg.mil/rescue21/links/mmsi.htm or following Web site: http://apollo.ic.gc.ca/english/mmsi.html.
http://wireless.fcc.gov/marine/. How Can Garmin Help You with DSC?
Non-Federal Users in the United States To receive distress calls or position reports, you must have a DSC-
Commercial users, or those who travel outside the United States or equipped chartplotter as well as a VHF radio with DSC support.
Canada, must apply for a ship station license or an amendment to a During normal, non-emergency position report communication,
ship station license. To find out if you require a Ship Station license, Channel 70 (156.525 MHz) has been set aside as the VHF/DSC
contact http://wireless.fcc.gov/marine/fctsht14.html. If your vessel digital call channel.
requires licensing by the FCC, you can obtain a MMSI during the For a distress call, press the MayDay button on the VHF radio. The
application/licensing process when you file FCC Forms 159 and call transmits on an emergency channel with the MMSI number
605. attached to the call, if the receiver has DSC support. Any DSC-
equipped mariner (on sea or land) within range can receive the call.
Federal Users in the United States
Federal users can obtain MMSI assignments from their agency When the GPSMAP 276C is connected to a VHF with DSC support,
radio spectrum management office. These procedures are currently the GPS unit shows a call list, log, and a directory. Basic wiring
under review by the National Telecommunications and Information is required for the Garmin unit and VHF radio to send and receive
Administration (NTIA). NMEA data from each other.
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Appendix > Messages

Messages Distress Call—a DSC distress call was received. Take appropriate action.
Accuracy Alarm—the GPS accuracy has fallen outside of user-set value. Dragging Anchor—the distance set in the Anchor Drag Alarm was exceeded.
Alarm Clock—the alarm clock has sounded. Drift Alarm—the water depth has changed by the amount entered in the Drift
Antenna Shorted to Ground—the external GPS antenna has an electrical Alarm setup.
connection problem. Contact Garmin Product Support. Fish Alarm—a suspended target was detected. The unit shows an icon and
Approaching Turn—you are nearing a turn in a route. beeps (if enabled). This alarm does not show a message banner.

Arriving at Destination—you are nearing your destination. Lost Satellite Reception—the unit is unable to receive satellite signals.

Batteries Low—the battery needs to be recharged. Memory Full—unit memory is full, no further data can be saved.

Basemap Failed Unit Needs Repair—there is an internal problem with your Memory (RAM) Failed Unit Needs Repair—there is an internal problem
unit. Contact Garmin Product Support to have the unit serviced. with your unit. Contact Garmin Product Support to have the unit serviced.

Boat Is Not Moving Fast Enough to Calibrate—the boat is not moving fast Memory (ROM) Failed Unit Needs Repair—there is an internal problem
enough for the speed wheel to provide a valid speed. with your unit. Contact Garmin Product Support to have the unit serviced.

Can’t Unlock Maps—no applicable unlock code for one or more maps was Near Proximity Point—you have reached the distance set for a proximity
found. All MapSource maps are not accessible. waypoint.

Database Error—internal problem with the unit. Contact your dealer or NMEA Depth is Below Transducer—no keel offset value has been received
Garmin Product Support to have the unit repaired. from the external sonar device.

Deep Water—-the water is deeper than the amount set in the Deep Water No Diff GPS Location—RTCM is selected but the unit is not receiving DGPS
Alarm. data.

Detail Maps Don’t Support Routing—maps that are loaded on the data card No Roads Near Destination—the destination for the road route you tried to
do not support automatic route calculation. calculate is not near any roads. Select a different destination.

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No Roads Near Starting Point—the start location for the road route you tried Sunset, Switching to Night Mode—the unit is switching to Night Mode.
to calculate is not near any roads. Select a different start location. Track Already Exists—a saved track with the same name already exists.
No DGPS Position—no differential connection data is available, or not enough Track Log Full—the track log is full and track recording was turned off.
data is available to calculate a DGPS position. To record more track points, you need to clear the track log and turn track
No Tide Stations for that Area—no tide stations within 100 miles of the area. recording on.
None Found—no data matched the search criteria. Track Memory Full—no more track data can be stored. Delete the old track
Off Course—you are off course by the distance set in the Off Course Alarm. data to store the new data.

Proximity Memory Full—no additional proximity waypoints can be saved. Track Truncated—a complete uploaded track does not fit in memory. The
oldest track log points have been deleted.
Proximity Radius Overlaps—the radius of two proximity waypoints overlap.
Transducer Disconnected, Sonar Turned Off—the unit has no transducer
Route Already Exists—you have entered a route name that already exists. attached, has a bad cable/transducer, or has a disconnected transducer cable.
Route Calculation Error—no route can be calculated. Transfer Complete—data transfer was completed.
Route Memory Full—no additional routes can be saved. USB Connected—the USB cable was recently plugged in.
Route Truncated—uploaded route from another device has more than 300 User Timer Expired—the Timer Alarm value has counted down to zero.
waypoints.
Water Speed Sensor is Not Working—the speed sensor is not detected. Check
Route Waypoint Memory Full—no additional route waypoints can be saved. the connections.
Shallow Water—the water is shallower than the amount set in the Shallow Water Temperature Alarm—sonar has reported a temperature above, below,
Water Alarm. inside, or outside the specified value(s).
Sonar Failed Unit Needs Repair—there is an internal problem with the unit. Waypoint Already Exists—a waypoint with the same name already exists.
Contact Garmin Product Support to have the unit serviced.
Waypoint Memory Full—the unit has stored the maximum number of
Sunrise, Switching to Day Mode—the unit is switching to Day Mode. waypoints.

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Appendix > Data Field Options

Data Field Options ETE (Destination)—Estimated Time Enroute. The estimated time required to
reach your destination.
The following list provides a brief description of each data field
option. Some of these options are supported only by devices ETE (Next)—Estimated Time Enroute. The estimated time required to reach
the next point on your route.
interfaced to your GPSMAP 276C.
Elevation—the altitude (height) above or below mean sea level (MSL).
Accuracy—the current accuracy of your GPS determined location.
GPS Status—the current status of the GPS receiver, such as “3D GPS.”
Battery Timer—the time remaining on the battery before it is fully discharged.
Location (Lat/Lon)—your current location as latitude/longitude coordinates.
Bearing—the compass direction from your current location to a destination.
Location (Selected)—your current location described in the selected units of
Course—the preferred path of travel from your starting location to a measure (other than lat/lon).
destination.
Max Speed—the maximum speed the unit has moved since last reset.
Course to Steer—the recommended direction to steer in order to reduce cross-
track error and return to the course line. Shown as Steer. Mov Avg Spd—see Trip Avg. Speed (Moving).
Cross Track—the distance you are off a preferred course in either direction, Move Timer—see Trip Timer (Moving).
left or right. Next Course—the course your route will take you on after you reach the next
Depth (Marine Only)—the depth of water from sonar NMEA input. waypoint.
Dest Wpt—see Waypoint (Destination). Next Turn—the direction of the next turn on an active route.
Distance (Destination)—the entire distance of a route, from beginning to end. Next Wpt—see Waypoint (Next).
Distance (Next)—the distance to the next point on a route. Odometer—the total distance traveled since the odometer was reset.
ETA (Destination)—Estimated Time of Arrival. The estimated time you will Pointer—the arrow indicating the direction to travel to the next point on a
reach your destination. route.
ETA (Next)—Estimated Time of Arrival. The estimated time you will reach the Power—the power indicator icon: Battery, External Power, or Charging.
next point on your route.

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Speed—your current vehicle speed can be measured in miles per hour, Ttl Avg Spd—see Trip Avg. Speed (Total).
kilometers per hour, or knots. Turn—the distance between Bearing (BRG) and Track (TRG). L indicates you
Steer—see Course to Steer. should turn left. R indicates you should turn right. The degrees indicates the
Sunrise—the time at which the sun rises on the current day. difference angle and the number of degrees you should turn.

Sunset—the time at which the sun sets on the current day. User Timer—the timer you set on the Main Menu.

Time—the current time and date. It can be shown in 12-hour or 24-hour format Velocity Made Good—the rate of closure on a destination based on your
in local time or universal (UTC) time. current speed and course of travel. Appears as VMG.

Track—the direction of movement relative to a ground position. Also referred Vertical Speed—the rate of climb or descent.
to as ground track. Voltage—the direct current voltage level of an external power source.
Trip Avg. Speed (Moving)—the average speed while moving since the last Water Speed (Marine Only)—the data acquired from measurement devices
reset of the trip computer. Appears as Mov Avg Spd. interfaced to the unit is used to calculate your current speed over water.
Trip Avg. Speed (Total)—the total average speed traveled since the last reset Water Temperature (Marine Only)—the temperature of water at a measured
of the trip computer. Appears as Ttl Avg Spd. depth using measurement devices interfaced to the unit.
Trip Odometer—the total distance traveled since the trip computer was reset. Waypoint (Destination)—the last point on a route, your destination. Appears
Trip Timer (Moving)—the length of time your vehicle has been in motion, as Dest Wpt.
since the trip computer was reset. Appears as Move Timer. Waypoint (Next)—the next waypoint in your route. Appears as Next Wpt.
Trip Timer (Total)—the total time the unit has been tracking since the trip
computer was reset.

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Appendix > Software License Agreement and Product Registration

Software License Agreement Product Registration

BY USING THE GPSMAP 276C, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE Help us better support you by completing our online registration
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE today. Go to http://my.garmin.com. Keep the original sales receipt,
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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 Use this area to record the serial number (8-digit number located on
the product. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in and to the back of the GPSMAP 276C) in case your GPSMAP 276C needs
the Software remain in Garmin. service.
You acknowledge that the Software is the property of Garmin and is protected
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treaties. You further acknowledge that the structure, organization, and code
of the Software are valuable trade secrets of Garmin and that the Software in
Contact Garmin
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to decompile, disassemble, modify, reverse assemble, reverse engineer, or using your GPSMAP 276C. In the USA, go to www.garmin.
reduce to human readable form the Software or any part thereof or create any com/support, or contact Garmin USA by phone at (913) 397.8200 or
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In Europe, go to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact
Support for in-country support information, or contact Garmin
(Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0) 870.8501241

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 Appendix > Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty To obtain warranty service, contact your local Garmin authorized dealer or call
This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or Garmin Product Support for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number.
workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin Securely pack the unit and a copy of the original sales receipt, which is required
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Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or the outside of the package. Send the unit, freight charges prepaid, to any Garmin
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Appendix > FCC Compliance and Declaration of Conformity

FCC Compliance Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the Hereby, Garmin, declares that this GPSMAP 276C is in compliance
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
Directive 1999/5/EC.
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a To view the full Declaration of Conformity, see the Garmin Web site
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are for your Garmin product: www.garmin.com.
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and may cause harmful interference to radio communications
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from
the GPS unit.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should
only be made by an authorized Garmin service center. Unauthorized repairs
or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment, and
void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15
regulations.

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 Index

Index Automotive Mode 52

following a saved route 56
Celestial Tab 73
Hunt & Fish sub tab 76
D
data card 42, 105
navigating 53 Sun & Moon sub tab 75 information 19, 40
A pages 60–62 Tide sub tab 73 slot 1
accessories 102 auto arrange 19 chain number 109 data fields
accuracy alarm 71 average location 28 charging 2 changing 39
Acquiring Satellites 5 avoidance button 81 check beacon wiring 108 options 116
Active Route Page 50, 52 avoids 57, 81 cigarette lighter adapter 2 date 83
Active Track Tab 34, 37 cleaning iv date/time 107
AC Outlet 2 B clear Daylight Saving Time 83
add to route 20, 22, 24, 27, 58 backlight 3, 79 Track Log 35 day view 73
Advanced NMEA Output Setup 88 Basic Operation 13 clock alarm 71 DB-9 104
alarms 79 battery color mode 78 deactivate 50
DSC 66, 69 level 2 Compass Page 45, 79 declutter 43
navigation 71 pack 1, 2 marine timer 46 deep water alarm 72
persistent 71 saver mode 80 options menu 46 defaults 8, 10
proximity 32 beeper 79 showing/hiding 45 delete
sonar 72 bug indicator 46 connecting the power cable 2, 103 category 31
system 71 count down or up 82 DSC Call 67
Alarms Tab 70–71 C course pointer 46
cable 103 track log 35
alerts. See alarms create waypoint 32
antenna 1, 106 calculation method 81
category 30 depth 83
append to route 27 Calendar Tab 72
route 20 detailed maps 42
arrival alarm 71 calibrate water speed 95
waypoints 24, 25 detour 57
ask my preference 81 categories
Current Route Page 59 DGPS 86, 87, 107
assign category 30 Find Menu 17
custom avoids 57, 81 alarm 71
attention tone 79 Waypoint 30, 31
CDI. See Course Deviation Indicator Digital Selective Calling. See DSC
AutoLocate 5 direction display 83

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Display Tab 78 G interval 37 Route tab 64
distance and speed 83 getting started 1 invert 50 Setup tab 80
distress calls 66, 66–69, 112, 113 going to a destination 14 item details 19 Sonar tab 70
drift 72 go to Track tab 65
DSC 66–70, 112 distress call 68 L man overboard. See MOB
point 14 language 79, 80 map card 42
E position report 68 legs, track 37 map datum 111
edit GPS limited warranty 119 map orientation 41
route 21, 22, 23, 56 off/on 5 local time 83 Map Page 38, 60
waypoints 29 options 6 location 6, 26 declutter 43
editing a waypoint 29 tips 6 location format 84, 111 setup 40
emergency 112 GPS Tab 64 log filter 78 marine mode
entering data 9 GRI Chain 110 longitude 116 pages 38–42
erase track log 35 GSD 20 89 LORAN TD Setup 109 Marine Pages 38–51
external power source 2 lost satellite reception 5 Active Route 50
external voltage alarm 71 H Compass 45
heading 84 M Highway 48
F Highway Page 48, 79 magnetic variation 84
Map 38
faster time 81 hiding/showing 48 main menu 63–88
Position Data 51
FCC 112, 113, 120 options menu 49 Alarms tab 70
marine timer 46
field 8 page layout 49 Calendar tab 72
Maritime Mobile Service Identity.
find 17 setup 49 Celestial tab 73
See MMSI
from a different location 17, 18 Hunt & Fish Sub Tab 76 Display tab 78
marking a waypoint 9, 28
menu 15, 19 DSC tab 66
underwater 93
finding an item 17–19 I GPS tab 64
mayday 69, 113
Find Menu 17 icons 78 Message tab 77
measuring distance 44
fish symbols 94 identifier 112 Points tab 65
messages 114, 116
flasher 96 Information Page 19, 43 Message Tab 77
following an automotive route 59 installation 103
fuel flow 23

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mils 83 Options Menu R save this route 61
MMSI 66, 112, 113 opening 9 recalculating 82 saving the current route 61
MOB 14, 16 using 9 receiver not usable 5 saving tracks 35, 36, 37
modes 13 overzoom 42 receiver status 5 scanning for beacon 108
month view 73 receiving a DSC call 68 scan for a frequency 86
moon information 75 P record tracks 34, 37 scroll bar 8
page layout 39 reference position 18 searching for WAAS 108
N highway 49 reset timer 82 searching the sky 5
NAV/MOB 16 trip computer 62 reset trip data 51, 62 search history 18
navigate page sequence 13 review route 21 selecting options 9
route 14, 21 panning the map 38, 42 Road Routing Tab 81 serial communications port 104
track 14, 16, 37 persistent alarm 71 route 22, 73 serial data format 86
navigation alarms 71 plan route 23, 50 add points 22, 27 serial number 1
near plan trips 72 create 20–23 Setup Tab 80
current route 18, 19 point 73 edit 21–23 Guidance sub tab 82
destination 18, 19 points of interest 17 leg transition 24 Location sub tab 84
next 18, 19 Points Tab 65 preference 81 Road Routing sub tab 81
other 18, 19 Position Data Page 51 Route Tab 64 System sub tab 80
next turn 82 position mode 38 RTCM 86, 87 Timers sub tab 82
NMEA 86, 87, 88, 106 position report 66–69, 112–113 Time sub tab 83
north up 6, 41 power 103 S Units sub tab 83
no beacon signal 108 connector 1, 2 sail boat racing timer 46 Welcome sub tab 85
outlet 2 satellite acquisition 5 set an alarm 70
O practice mode. See Simulator Mode satellite location 107 set date 83
off road 81 project waypoint location 28 satellite signals 4 set fuel flow 23
off route recalculation 82 proximity 32 satellite sky view 107 set speed 23
on-screen button 8 alarms 32 save present location 25 shallow water alarm 72
points tab 32
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shorter distance 81 tide U waypoint 24
signal strength 5 chart 74 underwater waypoints 93 categories 30
Simulator Mode 11 information 74 unit overview 1 create 24
new location 12 station 74 usage mode 80 edit 29
starting 12 sub tab 74 USB 86 information page 19
Software License Agreement 118 time connector 1, 104 name 29
sonar 89, 90–93 delay 109 data cable 104 projecting 28
adjusting 91–93 format 83 drivers 104 proximity 33
alarms 72 offsets 111 User Points Tab 29 reviewing 26
on the map page 89 zone 83 UTC 83 symbol 29
setting up 94, 96 timer 46 UTM/UPS 111 transition to next 24
understanding 98 TracBack 14, 37 week view 73
Sonar Tab 70 track V welcome message 85
Sound Tab 79 legs 37 VHF 66, 112 whiteline 92, 100
speaker 79 log 34, 35, 37 via points 58 Wide Area Augmentation System.
specifications 101 review page 35, 36 view details 43 See WAAS
speed filter 80 tab 34 voice language 79
stop navigation 50 TracBack 36, 37 volume 3, 79 X
Sun & Moon Sub Tab 75 Track Tab 65 xImage 105
switch modes 13, 52 track up 6, 41 W
system alarms 71 transducer 94, 99 WAAS 80, 103, 108 Z
Warning Page 3 zoom 41
Trip Computer Page 51, 62
T options menu 62 water immersion iv
temperature 83, 97 page layout 62 water speed 95
text language 80 trip planning 23, 72 calibrating 95
thermoclines 100 tuning beacon 108 water temp 72
turn-by-turn route 56, 59
turn off recalculation 82
turn unit on and off 3

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