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GPSMAP

62 seriesowners manual

For use with the GPSMAP 62,

62s and, 62st


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Table of Contents

Getting Started.................... 1Manual Conventions .................. 1

Device Overview........................ 2

Battery Information .................... 2

Installing the Batteries ............... 3

Turning the Device On or Off ..... 3

Acquiring Satellite Signals ......... 3

Buttons ...................................... 4

Navigating with Waypoints

and Routes .......................... 5Waypoints .................................. 5

Routes ....................................... 6

Additional Maps ......................... 8

Tracks .................................. 9

About Tracks.............................. 9Navigating a Saved Track........ 10

Using the Main Pages .......11Customizing the Data Fields.....11

Restoring Default Page

Settings ..................................11

Map...........................................11

Compass ................................. 13

Using the Compass ................. 14

Using Sight N Go .................... 14

Elevation Plot........................... 15

Opening the Main Menu .......... 16Trip Computer .......................... 17

Main Menu Features and

Settings ............................. 18

Geocaches .............................. 18Share Wirelessly...................... 18

Proximity Alarms ...................... 19

Prole Change ......................... 19

Area Calculation ...................... 19

Satellite .................................... 20Additional Main Menu Tools ..... 20

Customizing Your Device 22Customizing Data Fields.......... 22

Data Field Options ................... 22

System Settings....................... 26


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Display Settings ....................... 27

Setting Up Tones ..................... 27

Marine Settings........................ 27Setting up Marine Alarms ........ 28

Resetting Data ......................... 29

Changing the Page

Sequence .............................. 29

Customizing the UnitSettings ................................. 30

Time Settings ........................... 30

Position Format Settings ......... 30

Altimeter Settings .................... 31

Geocache Settings .................. 32Routing Settings ...................... 32

Fitness ..................................... 33

Proles..................................... 33

Appendix ........................... 34Registering Your Device .......... 34Updating the Software ............. 34

Viewing Important Device

Information ............................ 34

Contacting Garmin Product

Support ................................. 34

Using the Backlight .................. 35

Specications .......................... 35Maximizing Battery Life ........... 36

About the Batteries .................. 37

Buying Optional Accessories ... 38

Using Optional Fitness

Accessories ........................... 38Data Management ................... 39

Attaching the Wrist Strap ......... 42

Attaching the Carabiner Clip.... 43

Caring for the Device ............... 43

Troubleshooting ....................... 44

Index .................................. 46


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GPSMAP 62 Series Owners Manual 1

Getting Started

Getting Started

WARNINGSee theImportant Safety and ProductInformationguide in the productbox for product warnings and otherimportant information.

When using your device the rst time,you should complete the followingtasks to set up the device and get toknow the basic features.

1. Install the batteries (page 3).2. Turn on the device (page 3).

3. Acquire satellites (page 3).

4. Mark a waypoint (page 5).

5. Navigate a route (page 7).

6. Record a track (page 9).

7. Calibrate the compass (page 13).

Manual ConventionsWhen you are instructed to presssomething, use the buttons on the unit.Use the Rockerto select something ina list, and then press ENTER(page 4).

The small arrows (>) used in the text

indicate that you should select a seriesof items in order, for example, SelectDelete> Yes.
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2 GPSMAP 62 Series Owners Manual

Getting Started

Device Overview

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1 Internal antenna2 Display3 Buttons (page 4)4 5 mini-USB port

(under weather cap)

6 MCX connector for GPSantenna (under weather cap).Available only on the GPSMAP62s and the GPSMAP 62st.

7 microSD card slot (underbatteries). Available only on theGPSMAP 62s and the GPSMAP62st.

8 Battery compartmentBattery InformationThe device operates on two AAbatteries. Use alkaline, NiMH, or

lithium batteries. Use precharged
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Getting Started

NiMH or lithium batteries for bestresults (page 37).

Installing the Batteries1. Remove the battery cover by

turning the D-ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pulling up.

2. Insert the batteries, observingpolarity.

3. Replace the battery cover.For best results, after you install newbatteries, update the battery type in thesystem settings (page 37).

Turning the Device On orOff Press and hold .

Setting Your Language1. Turn on the unit.

2. Use the Rockerto select a

language.

Acquiring SatelliteSignalsIt may take 30 to 60 seconds to acquire

signals.

1. Go outdoors to an open area.

2. If necessary, turn on the device.

3. Wait while the device searches forsatellites.

A question mark ashes while thedevice determines your location.

4. Quickly press to open thebacklight status page.

The GPS bars indicate satellite
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Getting Started

strength. When the bars are green, thedevice has acquired satellite signals.

Buttons

FIND Press FINDto open thesearch menu.

MARK Press MARKto saveyour current location as awaypoint.

QUIT Press QUITto cancelor return to the previous

menu or page.

ENTER Press ENTERto selectoptions and acknowledgemessages.

MENU Press MENUto openthe options menu for the

page that is currentlyopen.

Press MENUtwice toopen the main menu(from any page).

PAGE Press PAGEto scroll

through the main pages(page 11).

Rocker Press up, down, right,and left to select menuoptions and to move themap cursor.

IN Press INto zoom in onthe map.

OUT Press OUTto zoom outon the map.


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Navigating with Waypoints and Routes

Navigating with

Waypoints and RoutesWaypointsWaypoints are locations you record andstore in the device.

Creating Waypoints1. From any page, press MARK.

2. Select Done.

Navigating to a Waypoint Using

the Search MenuYou can use the search menu to quicklynd waypoints, tracks, routes, andcoordinates that you have saved.

1. From any page, press FIND.

2. Select Waypoints.

3. Select a waypoint.

4. Select Go.

Editing a WaypointBefore you can edit a waypoint, you

must create a waypoint.

1. From the main menu, selectWaypoint Manager.


3. Select an attribute (such as thename or location).

4. Enter the new information.

5. Select Done.

Deleting a Waypoint1. From the main menu, select

WaypointManager.


3. Press MENu.

4. Select Delete.


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RoutesA route is a sequence of waypoints thatleads you to your nal destination.

Creating a Route1. From the main menu, select Rote

Planner> Create Rote> Select

First Point.2. Select a category.

3. Select the rst point in the route.

4. Select use.

5. Select Select Next Point.

6. Repeat steps 25 until the route iscomplete.

A route must contain at least twopoints.

7. Press quITto save the route.

Editing the Name of a Route1. From the main menu, select Rote

Planner.2. Select a route.

3. Select Change Name.

4. Enter the new name.

5. Select Done.Editing a Route1. From the main menu, select Rote

Planner.

2. Select a route.

3. Select EditRote.

4. Select a point.

5. Select an option:

Reviewshows the point on

the map. Move Down(or up)changes

the order of the point on theroute.


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Insertadds an additionalpoint on the route.

The additional point is insertedbefore the point you are editing.

Removeremoves the pointfrom the route.

Viewing a Route on the Map1. From the main menu, select RotePlanner.

2. Select a route.

3. Select ViewMap.

Deleting a Route1. From the main menu, select Rote

Planner.

2. Select a route.

3. Select Delete Rote.

Navigating a Route1. Press FIND.

2. Select Rotes.

3. Select a route.

4. Select Go.

Viewing the Active Route1. From the main menu, select Active

Rote.

2. Select a point in the route to view

additional details.Stopping Navigation of a Route1. From any page, press FIND.

2. Select Stop Navigation.

Navigating a Reverse Route1. From the main menu, select RotePlanner.

2. Select a route.

3. Select Reverse Rote.

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Additional MapsTo purchase preloaded detailed mapdata cards, go to http://buy.garmin.comor contact your Garmin dealer.

Finding an Address with CityNavigator

You can use optional City Navigatormaps to search for addresses, cities,and other locations. The detailed mapscontain millions of points of interest,such as restaurants, hotels, and autoservices.

1. Press FIND.

2. Select Addresses.

3. Enter the country.

4. Enter the city or postal code.

NOTE: Not all map data providespostal code searching.

5. Select the city.

6. Enter the house number.

7. Enter the street.

8. Select Go.
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Tracks

Tracks

About TracksYour Garmin device records a track logwhile you are moving. You can savethese tracks and navigate to them later.

You can view archived or loaded tracksby selecting Track Managerfrom themain menu.

Managing Track Log Recording1. From the main menu, select Setp

> Tracks> Track Log.

2. Select Record, Do Not ShoworRecord, Show On Map.

If you select Record, Show OnMap, a line on the map indicates

your track.

3. Select Record Method.


Distancerecords tracks at a

specied distance.

Timerecords tracks at aspecied time.

Atorecords tracks at avariable rate to create anoptimum representation of yourtracks.

5. Select Recording Interval.

6. Select an option to record tracksmore or less often.

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Tracks

Viewing the Current TrackThe track being recorded is called the

current track.

1. From the main menu, select TrackManager> Crrent Track.


View Mapshows the currenttrack on the map.

Elevation Plotshows theelevation plot (page 15) for thecurrent track.

Saving the Current Track1. From the main menu, select Track

Manager> Crrent Track.

2. Select what you want to save:

Save Tracksaves the entire

active track. Save Portionallows you to

select a portion of the currenttrack to save.

Clearing the Current Track From the main menu, select Setp

> Reset> Clear Crrent Track>Yes.

Deleting a Track1. From the main menu, select Track

Manager.

2. Select a track.

3. Select Delete> Yes.

Navigating a Saved TrackYou must record and save a trackbefore you can navigate using it.

1. Press FIND.

2. Select Tracks.

3. Select a saved track.

4. Select Go.
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Using the Main Pages


The information needed to operate thisdevice is found on the following pages:map, compass, main menu, and tripcomputer.

Customizing the DataFieldsYou can customize the data elds thatappear on the main pages.For dataeld descriptions, seepage 22.

1. From a main page, press MENu.2. Select Change Data Fields.

3. Select a data eld.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Restoring Default PageSettings1. From a main page, press MENu.

2. Select Restore Defalts.

3. Press ENTER.

MapThe position iconrepresents yourlocation on the map. As you travel,the position iconmoves and leaves atrack log (trail). Waypoint names andsymbols also appear on the map.

Changing the Map Orientation1. From the map, press MENu.

2. Select SetpMap> Orientation.

3. Select an orientation:

Select North upto show north

at the top of the page. Select Track upto show your

current direction of travel at thetop of the page.

Select Atomotive Modeto

show a perspective view.
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Measuring DistanceYou can move the cursor around the

map to measure distance from thecurrent location.

1. From the map, pressMENu.

2. Select MeasreDistance.

The device automatically beginsmeasuring from your currentlocation.

3. Move the cursor to a point youwant to measure to.

The distance appears at the bottomof the page.

4. Press quIT to stop measuring.

Map Setup OptionsFrom the map, press MENu, and

select Setp Map.

Map Orientationallows you toselect how the map is displayed(page 11).

Gidance Textallows you toselect when to show guidance text

on the map. Advanced Map Setp

Ato Zoomautomaticallyselects the appropriate zoomlevel for optimal use on your

map. When Offis selected, youmust zoom in or out manually.

Zoom Levelsmap itemsdraw or appear at or below theselected zoom level.

Text Sizeallows you to selectthe text size for map items.

Detailallows you to select theamount of map data displayedon the device.

NOTE: Higher detail settingsmay cause the map to redrawslowly.

Shaded Reliefshows detail reliefon the map (if available) or turns

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Map Informationallows you toenable or disable the maps currently

loaded on the device. To purchaseadditional maps, seepage 38.

CompassWhen navigating to a destination,

the bearing pointer points to yourdestination, regardless of the directionyou are moving. When the bearingpointer points toward the top of theelectronic compass, you are travelingdirectly toward your destination. If

it points any other direction, turntoward that direction until the arrow ispointing toward the top of the compass.

Calibrating the Compass

notice

Calibrate the electronic compassoutdoors. Do not stand near objects thatinuence magnetic elds, such as cars,buildings, or overhead power lines.

NOTE: The three-axis compass isavailable only with the GPSMAP 62sand GPSMAP 62st.

You should calibrate the compass aftermoving long distances, experiencing

temperature changes, or changing thebatteries.

1. From the compass, press MENu.

2. Select Calibrate Compass> Start.

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Using the CompassYou can use the compass to navigate an

active route.

1. Press PAGE.

2. Hold the device level.

3. Follow the bearing pointer to

your destination.

Using Sight N GoNOTE: Sight N Go is available onlywith the GPSMAP 62s and GPSMAP

62st.You can point the device at an object inthe distance, such as a lighthouse, lockin the direction, and then navigate tothe object.

1. From the main menu, select SightN Go.

2. Point the device at an object.

3. Select Lock Direction> SetCorse.

4. Use the compass to navigate to theobject.

Compass Setup OptionsFrom the compass, press MENu, andselect Setp Heading.

Displayshows the type of

directional heading on the compass: Directional Letterssets the

compass reading to directionalletters (N, S, E, W).

Nmeric Degreessets the

compass reading to degrees(0359).

Milssets the compass readingto mils (0 mils6399 mils).

North Referencesets the north

reference of the compass: Tresets true north as the

heading reference.

Magneticautomatically setsthe magnetic declination for

your location.


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Gridsets grid north as theheading reference (0).

usersets the magneticvariation value.

Go To Line/Pointerallowsyou to select how the course isdisplayed.

Bearing (Small/Large)indicatesthe direction to your destination.

Corse indicates yourrelationship to a course lineleading to a destination.

Compassallows you to switchfrom an electronic compass toa GPS compass when you aretraveling at a higher rate of speedfor a set period of time, or turns the

compass off. Calibrate Compassstarts the

compass calibration (page 13).

Elevation PlotNOTE: The elevation plot page is

available only with the GPSMAP 62sand GPSMAP 62st.

Calibrating the BarometricAltimeter

You can manually calibrate thebarometric altimeter if you knowthe correct elevation or the correctpressure.

1. From the elevation plot, press

MENu.2. Select Calibrate Altimeter.

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Elevation Plot Setup OptionsFrom the elevation plot, press MENu.

Change Plot Typesets the typeof data shown on the elevation plot:

Elevation/Timerecordselevation changes over a periodof time.

Elevation/Distancerecordselevation changes over adistance.

Barometric Pressrerecordsbarometric pressure over aperiod of time.

Ambient Pressrerecordsambient pressure changes over aperiod of time.

Adjst Zoom Rangesadjuststhe zoom ranges shown on theelevation plot page.

Resetresets the elevation plotdata:

Reset Trip Dataresets alltrip data.

Delete All Waypointsdeletesall saved waypoints.

Clear Crrent Trackdeletes

the track log.

Restore Defaltsrestores thedevice to factory settings.

Calibrate Altimeterseepage 15.

Opening the Main MenuThe main menu gives you access tosetup screens including waypoints,tracks, and routes. Seepage 18formain menu settings pages.

From any page, press MENutwice.
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Trip ComputerThe trip computer displays your current

speed, average speed, maximumspeed, trip odometer, and other helpfulstatistics.

Trip Computer Setup Options

From the trip computer, press MENu. Resetresets all the trip

computer values to zero. Foraccurate information, reset the tripinformation before beginning a trip.

Big Nmberschanges the sizeof the numbers shown on the tripcomputer page.

Change Dashboardchanges thetheme and information displayed on

the dashboard.NOTE: Your customized settingsare remembered by the dashboard,and will not be lost when youchange proles (page 19).
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Main Menu Features and Settings

Main Menu Features

and SettingsGeocachesGeocaching is a type of treasurehunting, in which geocachers seek

hidden treasures using GPS coordinatesposted on the Internet by those hidingthe geocache.

Downloading Geocaches1. Register your device (page 34).

2. Connect your device to yourcomputer (page 39).

3. Go to www.garmin.com/products/communicator.

4. Download the Garmin

Communicator plug-in.

5. Go to www.garmin.com/geocache.

6. Follow the on-screen instructionsto download geocaches to yourdevice.

Navigating to a Geocache1. From the main menu, select

Geocaches.2. Select Find a Geocache.

3. Select a geocache.

4. Select Go.

Share WirelesslyNOTE: The share wirelessly feature isavailable only with the GPSMAP 62sand GPSMAP 62st.

Your device can send or receive datawhen connected to another compatibledevice. You must be within 10 feet(3 m) of the compatible Garmin device.

Sending and Receiving Data

1. From the main menu, select ShareWirelessly.

2. Select Sendor Receive.

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Proximity AlarmsProximity alarms alert you when you

are approaching a predetermined area.

Setting a Proximity Alarm1. From the main menu, select

Proximity Alarms.

2. Select Create New.3. Select a category.

4. Select a point.

5. Select use.

6. Enter a radius.

7. Select Done.

Prole ChangeWhen you are using a prole and youchange settings such as data elds,units of measurement, or positionsettings, they are saved automaticallyas part of the prole you are using.

For more information about

customizing your prole, seepage 33.

Setting a Prole1. From the main menu, select Prole

Change.Your current prole is indicated onthe page.

2. Select a prole.

Area CalculationCalculating the Size of an Area1. From the main menu, select Area

Calclation> Start.

2. Walk around the perimeter of the

area you want to calculate.

3. Select Calclatewhen nished.

After you calculate the area, you cansave the track to your device andchange the unit of measure.
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SatelliteThe satellite page shows your current

location, GPS accuracy, satellitelocations, and signal strength.

Satellite SettingsFrom the satellite page, press MENu.

use With GPS Onallows you toturn the GPS on and off.

Track upindicates whethersatellites are shown with ringsoriented with North toward the top

of the screen or oriented with yourcurrent track toward the top of thescreen.

Single Colorallows you toselect whether the satellite page is

displayed in multicolor or singlecolor.

Set Location On Mapallowsyou to mark your current location

on the map. This option is availableonly when you turn off GPS. Youcan use this location to create routesor search for saved locations.

AtoLocatePositioncalculates

your GPS position using theGarmin AutoLocate feature.

Additional Main MenuTools

Calendardisplays a calendar. Calclatordisplays a calculator.

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Alarm Clocksets an audiblealarm. If you are not currently using

the device, you can set the device toturn on at a specic time.

Hnt and Fishdisplays thepredicted best dates and times forhunting and shing at your current

location. Stopwatchallows you to use a

timer, mark a lap, and time laps.

Waypoint Averagingallows youto rene a waypoint location with

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Customizing Your Device

Customizing Your

DeviceCustomizing Data FieldsYou can customize the data eldsdisplayed on each main page.

1. From a main page, press MENu.2. Select Change Data Fields.

3. Select a data eld.


Data Field Options** Available only with theGPSMAP 62s and GPSMAP 62st.

Data Field Description

Accuracy of GPS The margin of error foryour exact location.For example, yourGPS location isaccurate to within+/- 12 feet.


**Ambient

Pressure

The uncalibrated

environmentalpressure.

**Ascent -Average

The average verticaldistance of ascent.

**Ascent -Maximum

The maximum ascentrate in feet/meters per

minute.**Ascent - Total The total elevation

distance ascended.

**Barometer The calibrated currentpressure.

Battery Level The remaining batterypower.

Bearing The direction from yourcurrent location to adestination.

**Cadence(cadenceaccessoryrequired)

Revolutions of thecrank arm or stridesper minute.

Course The direction from yourstarting location to adestination.


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Depth The depth of the water.

Requires a connectionto a NMEA 0183depth-capable deviceto acquire data(page 26).

**Descent- Average

The average verticaldistance of descent.

**Descent- Maximum

The maximum descentrate in feet/meter perminute.

**Descent - Total The total elevationdistance descended.

Distance to Dest. The distance to yournal destination.

Distance to Next The remainingdistance to the nextwaypoint on the route.

Elevation The altitude of your

current location aboveor below sea level.

**Elevation- Maximum

The highest elevationreached.

**Elevation- Minimum

The lowest elevationreached.


ETA at Destination The estimated time of

day you will reach yournal destination.

ETA at Next The estimated time ofday you will reach thenext waypoint on theroute.

Glide Ratio The ratio of horizontaldistance traveled tothe change in verticaldistance.

Glide Ratio ToDest.

The glide ratio requiredto descend fromyour current positionand elevation to thedestination elevation.

GPS SignalStrength

The strength of theGPS signal.

Heading The direction you aremoving.

**Heart Rate(heart rate monitorrequired)

Your heart rate in beatsper minute (bpm).

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Location (lat/lon) Displays the current

position in the defaultposition formatregardless of theselected settings.

Location(selected)

Displays the currentposition in the selectedposition format.

Odometer A running tally ofdistance traveled forall trips.

Off Course The distance to the leftor the right by whichyou have strayed fromthe original path oftravel.

Pointer The data eld arrowpoints in the directionof the next waypointor turn.

Speed The current rate ofspeed at which youare moving since lastreset.


Speed - Maximum The maximum speed

reached since lastreset.

Speed - MovingAvg.

The average speedof the device whilemoving since lastreset.

Speed - OverallAvg. Your average speedsince last reset.

Sunrise The time of sunrisebased on your GPSposition.

Sunset The time of sunset

based on your GPSposition.

Temperature- Water

The temperature ofthe water. Requires aconnection to a NMEA0183 temperature-capable device toacquire data (page 26).

Time of Day The current time ofday based on yourtime settings (format,time zone, and daylightsaving time).

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Time to

Destination

The estimated time

needed to reach yournal destination.

Time to Next The estimated timeneeded until you reachthe next waypoint onthe route.

To Course The direction in whichyou must move toreturn to the route.

Trip Odometer A running tally of thedistance traveled sincethe last reset.

Trip Time - Moving A running tally of timesince the last reset.

Trip Time- Stopped

The time spent notmoving since the lastreset.

Trip Time - Total A running tally of

distance traveled sincethe last reset.


Turn The angle of difference

(in degrees) betweenthe bearing to yourdestination and yourcurrent course. Lmeans turn left. Rmeans turn right.

Velocity MadeGood

The speed at whichyou are closing on adestination along aroute.

Vert. Speed toDest.

The measurement ofyour rate of ascentor descent to a

predetermined altitude.Vertical Speed Your rate of altitude

gain or loss over time.

Waypoint at Dest. The last point ona route to yourdestination.

Waypoint at Next The next point on yourroute.



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System SettingsFrom the main menu, select Setp>

System.

GPSsets the GPS to Normal,WAAS/EGNOS(Wide AreaAugmentation System/EuropeanGeostationary Navigation Overlay

Service), or Demo Mode(GPS off).For information about WAAS, go towww.garmin.com/aboutGPS/waas.html.

Langagesets the text language

on the device.NOTE: Changing the text languagedoes not change the language ofuser-entered data or map data, suchas street names.

Battery Typeallows you to selectthe type of battery you are using.

Interfacesets the format of theserial interface:

Garmin SerialGarminproprietary format used toprovide PVT protocol data.

NMEA In/Otprovidesstandard NMEA 0183 output

and input. Text Otprovides simple

ASCII text output of locationand velocity information.

RTCM Radio Technical

Commission for MaritimeServicesallows the deviceto accept DGPS DifferentialGlobal Positioning Systeminformation from a devicesupplying RTCM data in anSC-104 format.

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Display SettingsFrom the main menu, select Setp>

Display.

Backlight Timeotseepage 37.

Battery Saveseepage 36.

Colorssets the colors used on the

device screens. Main, Setp, Find Styleallows

you to select how the main menu,setup menu, and search menuappear.

Screen Captreallows you totake screen captures on the device.

Setting Up TonesYour Garmin device allows you to

customize the key tones and messagebeeps, or to turn off tones.

From the main menu, select Setp> Tones.

Marine SettingsFrom the main menu, select Setp>

Marine.

Marine Chart Modeallows youto select a nautical chart or a shingchart:

Natical (requires marinemaps)displays various mapfeatures in different colors sothat the marine POIs are morereadable. The nautical chartreects the drawing scheme of

paper charts. Fishing (requires marine

maps)displays a detailedview of bottom contours anddepth soundings. Simplies map

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Spot Sondingsallows you toturn spot soundings on and set

dangerous depths. Light Sectorsdisplays the sector

in which a navigational light isvisible. You can select On to showlight sectors at all times, or you can

select Atoto allow the device toautomatically lter out light sectorsdepending on the zoom level.

Symbol Setallows you to showNOAA or IALA symbols on themap.

Marine Alarm Setpsets theanchor drag alarm, off coursealarm, deep water alarm, andshallow water alarm.

Setting up Marine Alarms

Setting the Anchor Drag AlarmYou can set an alarm to sound whenyou exceed a specied drift distancewhile anchored.

1. From the main menu, select Setp> Marine Settings.

2. Select Anchor Drag Alarm > On.

3. Enter a distance.

4. Select Done.

Setting the Off Course AlarmYou can set an alarm to sound whenyou are off course by a specieddistance.

1. From the main menu, select Setp> Marine Settings.

2. Select Off Corse Alarm > On.

3. Enter a distance.

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Setting the Deep Water orShallow Water Alarm

1. From the main menu, select Setp> Marine> Marine Alarm Setp.

2. Select Shallow Water> Onto setan alarm to sound when the depth isless than the specied value.

3. Enter the depth that triggers theshallow water alarm.

4. Select Done.

5. Select Deep Water> Onto set analarm to sound when the depth is

greater than the specied value.6. Enter the depth that triggers the

deep water alarm.

7. Select Done.

Resetting DataYou can reset trip data, delete allwaypoints, clear the current track, orrestore default values.

1. From the main menu, select Setp> Reset.

2. Select an item to reset.

Changing the PageSequence

1. From the main menu, select Setp> Page Seence.

2. Select a page.3. Select Move.

4. Move the page up or down the list.

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Adding a Page1. From the main menu, select Setp

> Page Seence.2. Select Add Page.

3. Select a page to add.

Removing a Page1. From the main menu, select Setp

> Page Seence.

2. Select a page.

3. Select Remove.

4. Press ENTER.

Customizing the UnitSettingsYou can customize units of measure fordistance and speed, elevation, depth,

temperature, and pressure.1. From the main menu, select Setp

> units.

2. Select a setting.

3. Select a unit for the setting.

4. Repeat steps 23 for each settingyou want to customize.

Time SettingsFrom the main menu, select Setp>Time.

Time Formatallows you to

select a 12-hour or a 24-hourdisplay time.

Time Zoneallows you to selectthe time zone for the device. Youcan select Atomaticto set the

time zone automatically based onyour GPS position.

Position Format SettingsNOTE: Do not change the positionformat or the map datum coordinatesystem unless you are using a map orchart that species a different positionformat.

From the main menu, select Setp>

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Position Formatsets the positionformat in which a given location

reading appears. Map Datmsets the coordinate

system on which the map isstructured.

Map Spheroidshows the

coordinate system the device isusing. The default coordinatesystem is WGS 84.

Altimeter SettingsFrom the main menu, select Setp>Altimeter.

Ato Calibrationthe altimeterself-calibrates each time you turnthe device on.

Barometer Mode Variable Elevationthe

barometer functions while youare moving.

Fixed Elevationthebarometer functions while you

are stationary. Pressre Trending

Save When Power Onrecords pressure data only whenthe device is turned on. This

can be useful when you arewatching for pressure fronts.

Save Alwaysrecords pressuredata every 15 minutes, evenwhen the device is turned off.

Plot Type Elevation/Timerecords

elevation changes over a periodof time.

Elevation/Distancerecords

elevation changes over adistance.

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Ambient Pressrerecordsambient pressure changes over a

period of time.

Geocache SettingsFrom the main menu, select Setp>Geocaches.

Geocache Listallows you toshow the geocache list by namesor codes.

Fond Geocachesallows youto enter the number of geocaches

found.

Routing SettingsFrom the main menu, select Setp>Roting.

Gidance Methodallows youto select a guidance method forcalculating your route.

Off Roadcalculates point-to-point routes.

On Road For Time(requiresroutable maps)calculates on-

road routes that require minimaltime to drive.

On Road For Distance(requires routable maps)calculates on-road routes thatare shorter in distance.

Calclates Rotes forallows youto select a transportation method inorder to optimize your route.

Lock On Roadlocks the current

location marker on the nearest road,compensating for variances in mapposition accuracy (requires routablemaps).

Off Road Transitions

Atoautomatically routes youto the next point.

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Distanceroutes you to thenext point on the route when

you are within a specieddistance of your current point.

Avoidance Setp (requires routablemaps)allows you to select theroad type you want to avoid.

FitnessFor more information on optionaltness accessories, seepage 38.

ProlesProles are a collection of settings thatallow you to optimize your device fromone type of use to another, such asmoving from marine use to recreationaluse.

You can select Recreational, or save acustom prole for your device.

To change proles, seepage 19.

Saving a Custom ProleYou can customize your settings for

a particular activity or trip. After youhave made all the changes, you mustsave them as a custom prole.

1. From the main menu, select Setp> Proles.

2. Select Create New Prole> OK.

Editing a Prole Name1. From the main menu, select Setp

> Proles.

2. Select a prole.

3. Select Edit Name.

4. Enter the new name.

5. Select Done.

Deleting a Prole1. From the main menu, select Setp

> Proles.

2. Select a prole.

3. Select Delete.

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Appendix

Registering Your DeviceHelp us better support you bycompleting our online registrationtoday.

Go to http://my.garmin.com.

Keep the original sales receipt, or aphotocopy, in a safe place.

Updating the SoftwareYou must connect the device to yourcomputer to update the software(page 39).

1. Go to www.garmin.com/webupdater.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions.NOTE: This does not erase any of yourdata or settings.

Viewing Important DeviceInformation

You can view the unit ID, softwareversion, and license agreement.

From the main menu, select Setp> Abot.

Contacting GarminProduct SupportYou can contact Garmin ProductSupport if you have any questionsabout this product.

In the USA, go to www.garmin.com/support, or contact GarminUSA by phone at (913) 397.8200 or(800) 800.1020.

In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe)Ltd. by phone at 0808 2380000.

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In Europe, go to www.garmin.com/supportand click Contact

Spportfor in-country supportinformation, or contact Garmin(Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0)870.8501241.

Using the BacklightThe backlight is activated any time youpress a button. Alerts and messagesalso activate the backlight.

NOTE: To change the backlightsettings, seepage 37.

Quickly press to turn on thebacklight.

Specications

Physical size(W H D)

2.6 6.0 1.2 in.(6.6 15.2 3.0 cm)

Weight 7.8 oz. (222.3 g) withbatteries

Display(diagonal)

2.6 in. (66 mm)

Resolution(W H)

160 240 pixels,backlit 65K color TFTdisplay

Waterresistance

Fully gasketed, highimpact plastic alloy,waterproof to IEC

529-IPX-7

Data storage 1.7GB(approximatley) forthe GPSMAP 62and GPSMAP 62s

The GPSMAP 62s

and GPSMAP 62sthave a microSDcard slot foradditional datastorage.

500MB(approximately) for

the GPSMAP 62st: No memory battery

is required.

Computerinterface

USB

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Battery type Two AA batteries(alkaline, NiMH, orlithium)

See page 37.

Battery life Up to 20 hours, typicalusage

Operatingtemperature

range

From 5F to 158F(from -15 to 70C)

See page 37.

Radiofrequency/protocol

2.4 GHz/ANT+ wirelesscommunicationsprotocol

GPS accuracy < 33 ft. (10 m) 95%typical use

GPS is subjectto accuracydegradation to 100m 2DRMS underthe U.S. DoDimposed Selective

Availability (SA)Program whenactivated.

DGPS From 10 to 16 ft. (from3 to 5 m) 95% typical(WAAS accuracy inNorth America)

Altimeter Accuracy: 10 ft.( 3 m)*Resolution: 1 ft. (.3 m)Range: from -2,000 ft.to 30,000 ft.(from -610 to 9144 m)

*Subject to proper usercalibration.

Compass Accuracy: 2 degrees( 5 degrees in extremeNorthern and Southernlatitudes)*Resolution: 1 degree.

*Subject to proper usercalibration.

Maximizing Battery Life

Using the Battery Save OptionUse the battery save option to savebattery power and prolong battery life.

From the main menu, select Setp

> Display> BatterySave> On.

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Decreasing the BacklightExtensive use of screen backlighting

can signicantly reduce battery life.You can adjust the backlight brightnessand decrease the backlight timeout tomaximize battery power.

1. Quickly press to open the

backlight status page.2. Use the Rockerto adjust the

brightness.

Adjusting the BacklightTimeout

From the main menu, select Setp> Display> Backlight Timeot.

About the Batteries

WARNINGSee theImportant Safety and ProductInformationguide in the productbox for product warnings and otherimportant information.

The temperature rating for the devicemay exceed the usable range of some

batteries. Alkaline batteries can ruptureat high temperatures. Alkaline batterieslose a signicant amount of theircapacity as temperature decreases. Uselithium batteries when operating thedevice in below-freezing conditions.

Selecting the Battery Type1. From the main menu, select Setp

> System> BatteryType.

2. Select Alkaline, Lithim, or

Rechargeable NiMH.Long-Term StorageWhen you do not plan to use thedevice for several months, remove thebatteries. Stored data is not lost when

batteries are removed.

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Buying OptionalAccessories

Go to http://buy.garmin.com,or contact your Garmin dealerfor information about optionalaccessories, preloaded map datacards, tness accessories, and

replacement parts.

Using Optional FitnessAccessoriesNOTE: The tness option is available

only with the GPSMAP 62s andGPSMAP 62st.

Before you can use the tnessaccessory with your device, you mustinstall the accessory according to the

instructions that are included with theaccessory.

You can use optional tness accessoriesincluding a heart rate monitor or acadence sensor with your device.

These accessories use ANT+ wirelesstechnology to send data to the device.

1. Bring the device within range (3 m)of the ANT+ accessory.

2. From the main menu, select Setp> Fitness.


Select Heart Rate Monitor>On.

Select Bike Cadence Sensor> On.

You can view heart rate and cadencedata by customizing your data elds(page 22).

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Tips for Pairing ANT+Accessories with Your Garmin

Device Verify that the ANT+ accessoryis compatible with your Garmindevice.

Before you pair the ANT+accessory with your Garmin device,move 10 m away from other ANT+accessories.

Bring the Garmin device withinrange (3 m) of the ANT+ accessory.

After you pair the rst time, yourGarmin device automaticallyrecognizes the ANT+ accessoryeach time it is activated. Thisprocess occurs automatically whenyou turn on the Garmin device and

only takes a few seconds whenthe accessories are activated andfunctioning correctly.

When paired, your Garmin deviceonly receives data from your

accessory, and you can go nearother accessories.

Data ManagementNOTE: The device is not compatiblewith Windows95, 98, Me, or NT. It isalso not compatible with MacOS 10.3and earlier.

File TypesThe device supports the following letypes:

Files from BaseCampor

HomePort. Go to www.garmin.com.

GPI custom POI les from theGarmin POI Loader.

Installing a microSD CardNOTE: The microSD card option isavailable only with the GPSMAP 62sand GPSMAP 62st.

You can purchase microSD memory

cards from an electronics supplier, or

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purchase preloaded detailed map datacards from your Garmin dealer. In

addition to map and data storage, thememory cards can be used to store lessuch as images, cartridges, geocaches,routes, waypoints, and custom POIs.

1. Remove the battery cover by

turning the D-ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pulling up.

2. Slide up and pull out the metalcover.

3. Align the metal contacts, and place

the card in the slot.

microSD card

slot

4. Push in and slide down the metalcover.

5. Replace the batteries and thebattery cover.

Removing a microSD Card1. Slide up and pull out the metal

cover.2. Remove the card from the slot.

3. Push in and slide down the metalcover.

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4. Replace the batteries and thebattery cover.

Connecting the USB Cable

notice

To prevent corrosion, thoroughlydry the mini-USB port, the weathercap, and the surrounding area before

charging or connecting to a computer.

1. Connect the USB cable to a USBport on your computer.

2. Pull up the weather cap from the

mini-USB port.3. Plug the small end of the USB

cable into the mini-USB port.

Your device and microSD card(optional) appear as removable

drives in My Computer onWindows computers and asmounted volumes on Maccomputers.

Transferring Files to YourComputer

After you have connected the deviceto your computer, you can copy andpaste les from your computer into thedevice drives/volumes.

1. Browse your computer for the le.

2. Select the le.3. Select Edit> Copy.

4. Open the Garmin or memory carddrive/volume.

5. Select Edit> Paste.

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Deleting Files

notice

Your device memory containsimportant system les and folders thatshould not be deleted.

Before you can delete les, you mustconnect the device to your computer

(page 39).

1. Open the Garmin drive orvolume.

2. If necessary, open a folder or

volume.3. Select the les.

4. Press the Deletekey on yourkeyboard.

Disconnecting the USB Cable1. Complete an action:

For Windows computers, clickthe eject icon in yoursystem tray.

For Mac computers, drag thevolume icon to the Trash .

2. Disconnect the device from yourcomputer.

Attaching the Wrist Strap1. Place the loop of the wrist strap

through the slot opening at thebottom of the device.

2. Route the strap through the loop,and pull it tight.

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Attaching the CarabinerClip

1. Position the carabiner clip in theslots on the mounting spine.

2. Slide the clip up until it locks inplace.

Removing the Carabiner ClipLift the bottom of the clip andgently push down on the carabinerclip until it releases.

Caring for the Device

notice

Avoid chemical cleaners and solventsthat can damage plastic components.

Cleaning the Device1. Use a cloth dampened with a mild

detergent solution.2. Wipe it dry.

Cleaning the Screen1. Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.

2. If necessary, use water, isopropylalcohol, or eyeglass lens cleaner.

3. Apply the liquid to the cloth, andgently wipe the screen with thecloth.

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Troubleshooting

Problem Solution

The screen or buttons donot respond. How do Ireset the device?

1. Remove the batteries.2. Reinstall the batteries.NOTE: This does not erase any of your data or settings.

I want to reset all thecustomized settingsback to the factory

defaults.

From the main menu, select Setup> Reset> Reset AllSettings.

My device does notacquire satellite signals.

1. Take your device out of parking garages and away from tallbuildings and trees.

2. Turn on the device.3. Remain stationary for several minutes.

The batteries do not last

long.

Decrease the backlight settings (page 37).

How do I know mydevice is in USB massstorage mode?

On the device, a screen appears showing the Garmin logo andthe USB symbol. On your computer, you should see a newremovable disk drive in My Computer on Windows computersand a mounted volume on Mac computers.

My device is connected

to the computer, but itwill not go into massstorage mode.

You may have loaded a corrupted le.

1. Disconnect the device from your computer.2. Turn off the device.3. Press and hold the Rockerwhile you connect the device to

your computer.Continue pressing the Rockerfor 10 seconds or until thedevice goes into mass storage mode.

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Problem Solution

I cannot see any new

removable drives in mylist of drives.

If you have several network drives mapped on your computer,

Windows may have trouble assigning drive letters to yourGarmin drives. See the Help le for your operating system tolearn how to assign drive letters.

I need replacement partsor accessories.

Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer.

I want to buy an externalGPS antenna.

Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer.

Index

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Index

Aaccessories 38, 45

tness 38

microSD card 38

acquiring satellite

signals 44

active route 7

alarms

marine 28

proximity 19

time 21

altimetercalibrating 15

plot type 31

settings 31

ANT+ accessories 38

area calculation 19

AutoLocate 20

B

backlight 35, 37

BaseCamp 39

batteries 22, 26, 36

about 37

information 2

installing 3

maximizing life 36

selecting the type 37

storage 37

warnings 37

beeps 27

buttons 4

C

calculator 20

calendar 20

calibrating

altimeter 15compass 15

carabiner clip 43

caring for the device 43

long-term storage 37

compass

calibrating 13

navigating 13

setup options 14

connecting

USB cable 41

wireless accessories 38

wirelessly 18

creating

routes 6

waypoints 5

customizing

data elds 11

device settings 2633

proles 33

D

dashboard

change 17

data elds 11

options 22data storage 35

deleting

les 42

proles 33

routes 7

tracks 10

waypoints 5

display

backlight 35

backlight timeout 27

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p

settings 27

downloading

software 34

E

editing

proles 33

routes 6

waypoints 5

elevation plot 10, 15

barometric altimeter 15

reset 16

setup 15

ENTER button 4

F

FIND button 4, 5, 7, 8, 10

tness options 38

G

Garmin Product

Support 34

geocaches 18, 32

downloading 18

navigating 18

g

GPS signals 3, 20, 22, 23,

36, 44

system settings 26

turning off GPS 20

H

HomePort 39

hunting and shing

times 21

L

language 3, 26

M

main menusettings 18

map 11

changing orientation 11

datum 31

detail 12

information 13

measuring distance 12

setup options 12

showing tracks 10

viewing routes 7

p

system 30

marine settings 2728

MARK button 4

measuring

area 19

distance 12

MENU button 4, 11, 16, 22

microSD card 3840moonphase 20

N

navigating

compass 13

routes 7to geocaches 18

to waypoints 5

tracks 10

P

PAGE button 4pages

adding a page 30

removing 30

sequence 29

position format 30

Index

power button 3, 4, 35, 37 creating 6 T


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p , , ,

proles 19

change 19

creating 33

setting 19

proximity alarms 19

Q

QUIT button 4

R

recording

tracks 9

registering your device 34

reset

current track 29

data 29

defaults 29

trip data 29

waypoints 29

restoring defaultsettings 11

Rocker 4

routes

active route 7

avoidance 33

g

deleting 7

editing 6

guidance method 32

navigating 7

settings 32

S

satellite signals 3, 20, 22,

23, 36, 44

AutoLocate 20

system settings 26

turning off GPS 20

saving

tracks 10search menu 4, 5

Sight N Go 14

software

updating 34

version 34

specications 35stopwatch 21

sun and moon times 20

system settings 26

time

alarms 21

data elds 24

settings 30

stopwatch 21

sunrise and sunset 20,

24

zone 30times

hunting and shing 21

tones 27

tracks

about 9

clearing current 10

deleting 10

navigating 10

recording 9

saving 10

viewing 9transferring les 41

using USB 41

wirelessly 18

trip computer 17

troubleshooting 44

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unit ID 34

updating

software 34

USB cable 44

connecting 41

disconnecting 42

W

waypoints

averaging 21

creating 5

deleting 5

editing 5

navigating to 5wrist strap 42

Z

zooming 4, 12

zoom ranges 16


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For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of

your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com.

2010 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries

Garmin International, Inc.

1200 East 151stStreet, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA

Garmin (Europe) Ltd.

Liberty House, Hounsdown Business Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 9LR UK

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