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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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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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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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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.
2. Select a waypoint.
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.
2. Select a waypoint.
3. Press MENu.
4. Select Delete.
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Navigating with Waypoints and Routes
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.
4. Select the route again.5. Select View Map> Go.
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Navigating with Waypoints and Routes
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.
4. Select an option:
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.
NOTE: Using the Most Ofteninterval provides the most trackdetail and lls up the devicememory quicker.
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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.
2. Select an option:
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
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
off shading.
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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.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Using the Main Pages
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.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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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.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Main Menu Features and Settings
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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Main Menu Features and Settings
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.
Sn and Moondisplays sunriseand sunset times along with themoon phase.
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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
multiple samples to achieve themost-accurate location possible.
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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.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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.
Data Field Description
**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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Data Field Description
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.
Data Field Description
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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Data Field Description
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.
Data Field Description
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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Data Field Description
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.
Data Field Description
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
presentation for optimal usewhile shing.
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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.
4. Select Done.
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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.
5. Press ENTER.
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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>
Position Format.
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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.
Barometric Pressrerecordsbarometric pressure over aperiod of time.
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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.
Manalallows you to selectthe next point on the route byusing the point on the activeroute page.
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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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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.
3. Select an option:
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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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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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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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.
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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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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
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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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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
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