Garmin GPSMAP 64sc SiteSurvey User manual

GPSMAP®64sc SiteSurvey
Owner’s Manual

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Introduction......................................... 1
Device Overviews .................................................1
Battery Information .............................................1
Maximizing Battery Life ................................................. 1
Turning On Battery Save Mode ..................................... 1
Long-Term Storage.......................................................... 1
Installing the NiMH Battery Pack .......................1
Charging the Battery Pack ............................................. 1
Installing AA Batteries .........................................2
Turning On the Device.........................................2
Keys........................................................................2
Acquiring Satellite Signals...................................2
Using the Main Pages......................... 2
Opening the Main Menu ....................................3
Map........................................................................3
Changing the Map Orientation..................................... 3
Measuring Distance on the Map ................................... 3
Map Settings.................................................................... 3
Compass ................................................................3
Calibrating the Compass ................................................ 3
Using the Compass.......................................................... 3
Course Pointer ................................................................. 3
Navigating with Sight ‘N Go .......................................... 4
Trip Computer.......................................................4
Trip Computer Settings................................................... 4
Elevation Plot........................................................4
Elevation Plot Settings.................................................... 4
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter ........................... 4
Restoring Default Page Settings.........................4
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks ......... 4
Waypoints .............................................................4
Creating a Waypoint....................................................... 5
Projecting a Waypoint.................................................... 5
Navigating to a Waypoint.............................................. 5
Editing a Waypoint ......................................................... 5
Deleting a Waypoint....................................................... 5
Routes....................................................................5
Creating a Route ............................................................. 5
Editing the Name of a Route......................................... 5
Editing a Route................................................................ 5
Viewing a Route on the Map......................................... 5
Deleting a Route ............................................................. 5
Navigating a Saved Route.............................................. 5
Viewing the Active Route .............................................. 5
Stopping Navigation....................................................... 5
Reversing a Route ........................................................... 5
Tracks .....................................................................5
Tracks Settings ................................................................. 6
Viewing the Current Track ............................................. 6
Saving the Current Track ................................................ 6
Clearing the Current Track ............................................. 6
Deleting a Track............................................................... 6
Navigating a Saved Track ............................................... 6
Purchasing Additional Maps...............................6
Finding an Address.......................................................... 6
Main Menu Features and Settings.... 6
Camera and Photos..............................................6
Taking a Photo................................................................. 6
Viewing Photos................................................................ 6
Using the Flashlight .............................................7
Geocaches .............................................................7
Downloading Geocaches Using a Computer ............... 7
Navigating to a Geocache.............................................. 7
chirp™ .............................................................................. 7
Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly.............7
Setting a Proximity Alarm ...................................7
Selecting a Profile ................................................7
Area Calculation...................................................8
Calculating the Size of an Area ..................................... 8
Satellite Page ........................................................8
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GPS Satellite Settings ...................................................... 8
Garmin Adventures..............................................8
Sending Files to BaseCamp............................................. 8
Creating an Adventure................................................... 8
Starting an Adventure.................................................... 8
VIRB®Remote .......................................................8
Waypoint Averaging............................................8
Bluetooth Connected Features...........................9
Pairing a Smartphone with Your Device....................... 9
Phone Notifications ........................................................ 9
Additional Main Menu Tools ..............................9
Using Garmin SiteSurvey .....................................9
Editing the Feature Library ............................................ 9
Sending Feature Library to the Device ....................... 10
Exporting Collected Data Back to SiteSurvey on Your
Computer ....................................................................... 10
Feature Collection ......................................................... 10
Viewing and Editing Collected Data........................... 10
Custom Maps ................................................................. 11
Importing Map Images................................................. 11
Editing Custom Maps.................................................... 11
Exporting Custom Maps ............................................... 11
Collection Fields............................................................. 11
Feature Manager........................................................... 11
SiteSurvey Toolbar......................................................... 12
Printing........................................................................... 12
Format Conversion........................................................ 12
System Requirements.................................................... 12
Customizing the Device ................... 12
Customizing the Data Fields .............................12
Data Fields...................................................................... 13
System Settings...................................................14
GPS and GLONASS......................................................... 14
Serial Interface Settings................................................ 14
Display Settings ..................................................15
Adjusting the Backlight Brightness..................15
Setting the Device Tones ...................................15
Camera Settings .................................................15
Marine Settings ..................................................15
Setting Up Marine Alarms............................................ 15
Resetting Data....................................................15
Changing the Page Sequence...........................15
Adding a Page ............................................................... 15
Removing a Page........................................................... 15
Customizing the Main Menu............................15
Changing the Units of Measure .......................16
Time Settings ......................................................16
Position Format Settings ...................................16
Altimeter Settings ..............................................16
Routing Settings.................................................16
Profiles.................................................................16
Creating a Custom Profile ............................................ 16
Editing a Profile Name.................................................. 16
Deleting a Profile .......................................................... 16
Device Information ........................... 16
Support and Updates.........................................16
Setting Up Garmin Express........................................... 17
Registering Your Device ............................................... 17
Attaching the Carabiner Clip ............................17
Removing the Carabiner Clip....................................... 17
Attaching the Wrist Strap .................................17
Device Care .........................................................17
Cleaning the Device ...................................................... 17
Data Management.............................................17
File Types ........................................................................ 17
Installing a Memory Card............................................. 17
Connecting the Device to Your Computer ................. 18
Transferring Files to Your Device................................. 18
Deleting Files ................................................................. 18
Disconnecting the USB Cable....................................... 18
Specifications......................................................18
Appendix ........................................... 19
Contacting Garmin Product Support ...............19
Turning On the Backlight ..................................19
Optional Accessories ..........................................19

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tempe™.......................................................................... 19
Using Optional Fitness Accessories.............................. 19
Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your
Garmin Device ....................................................19
Troubleshooting .................................................19
Resetting the Device ..................................................... 19
Viewing Device Information........................................ 19
Restoring All Default Settings...................................... 19

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Introduction
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information
guide in the product box for product warnings and
other important information.
Device Overviews
①Camera lens
②microSD card slot (under batteries)
③Battery compartment
④Mounting spine
⑤Battery cover D-ring
⑥microSD® card slot (under batteries)
⑦Battery compartment
⑧Mounting spine
⑨Battery cover D-ring
Battery Information
WARNING
The temperature rating for the device may exceed the
usable range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can
rupture at high temperatures.
Do not use a sharp object to remove batteries.
CAUTION
Contact your local waste disposal department to
properly recycle the batteries.
NOTICE
Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their
capacity as the temperature decreases. Use lithium
batteries when operating the device in below freezing
conditions.
Maximizing Battery Life
You can do several things to extend the life of the
batteries.
• Reduce the backlight brightness (Adjusting the
Backlight Brightness, page 15) .
• Reduce the backlight timeout (Display Settings, page
15) .
• Use battery save mode (Turning On Battery Save
Mode, page 1) .
• Decrease the map drawing speed (Map Settings,
page 3) .
• Turn off GLONASS (GPS and GLONASS, page 14) .
Turning On Battery Save Mode
You can use battery save mode to prolong the battery
life.
Select Setup > Display > Battery Save > On.
In battery save mode, the screen shuts off when the
backlight times out. You can select to turn on the
screen, and you can double tap to view the status
page.
Long-Term Storage
When you do not plan to use the device for several
months, remove the batteries. Stored data is not lost
when batteries are removed.
Installing the NiMH Battery Pack
The device operates using the optional NiMH battery
pack (not included with all models) or two AA batteries
(Installing AA Batteries, page 2) .
1 Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to
remove the cover.
2 Locate the battery pack ①.
3 Insert the battery pack, observing polarity.
4 Gently press the battery pack into place.
5Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring
clockwise.
Charging the Battery Pack
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the
weather cap, and the surrounding area before charging
or connecting to a computer.
Do not attempt to use the device to charge a battery
that was not provided by Garmin®.Attempting to
charge a battery that was not provided by Garmin can
damage the device and void the warranty.
Before you can connect the straight connector of the
USB cable to your device, you may need to remove
optional mount accessories.

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NOTE: The device does not charge when outside the
approved temperature range (Specifications, page
18) .
You can charge the battery using a standard wall outlet
or a USB port on your computer.
1 Pull up the weathe rcap ①from the mini-USB port ②.
2Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-
USB port.
3 Plug the USB end of the cable into an AC adapter or
a computer USB port.
4 If necessary, plug the AC adapter into a standard
wall outlet.
When you connect the device to a power source, the
device turns on.
5 Charge the battery completely.
Installing AA Batteries
Instead of the optional NiMH battery pack (Installing
the NiMH Battery Pack, page 1) , you can use two
alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries. This is useful
when you are on the trail and cannot charge the NiMH
battery pack. Use NiMH or lithium batteries for best
results.
NOTE: Standard alkaline batteries are not
recommended for the 64sc models when using the
camera feature.
1 Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to
remove the cover.
2 Insert two AA batteries, observing polarity.
3 Replacethe battery cover, and turn the
D-ringclockwise.
4 Hold .
5 Select Setup > System > AA Battery Type.
6 Select Alkaline, Lithium, Traditional NiMH, or
Precharged NiMH.
Turning On the Device
Hold .
Keys
FIND Select to open the search menu.
MARK Select to save your current location as a
waypoint.
QUIT
Select to cancel or return to the previous
menu or page.
Select to scroll through the main pages.
ENTER Select to select options and acknowledge
messages.
MENU
Select to open the options menu for the
page that is currently open.
Select twice to open the main menu (from
any page).
PAGE Select to scroll through the main pages.
Select , , , or to select menu
options and move the map cursor.
IN Select to zoom in on the map.
OUT Select to zoom out on the map.
Acquiring Satellite Signals
It may take 30 to 60 seconds to acquire satellite signals.
1 Go outdoors to an open area.
2 If necessary, turn on the device.
3 Wait while the device searches for satellites.
A question mark flashes while the device determines
your location.
4 Select to open the status page.
shows the GPS/GLONASS signal strength.
When the bars are green, the device has acquired
satellite signals.
Using the Main Pages
The information needed to operate this device is found
on the main menu, map, compass, trip computer, and
elevation plot pages.
Select PAGE to choose the active main page.

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Opening the Main Menu
The main menu gives you access to setup screens
including waypoints, tracks, and routes. See Adjusting
the Backlight Brightness, page 15 for main menu
settings pages.
From any page, select MENU twice.
Map
represents your location on the map. As you travel,
moves and leaves a track log (trail). Waypoint
names and symbols appear on the map. When you are
navigating to a destination, your route is marked with
a colored line on the map.
Changing the Map Orientation
1 From the map, select MENU.
2 Select Setup Map > Orientation.
3 Select an option:
• Select North Up to show north at the top of the
page.
• Select Track Up to show your current direction of
travel at the top of the page.
• Select Automotive Mode to show an automotive
perspective with the direction of travel at the top.
Measuring Distance on the Map
You can measure the distance between two locations.
1 From the map, select a location.
2 Select MENU > Measure Distance.
3 Move the pin to another location on the map.
Map Settings
Select Setup > Map.
Orientation: Adjusts how the map is shown on the
page. North Up shows north at the top of the page.
Track Up shows a topdown view with your current
direction of travel toward the top of the page.
Automotive Mode shows an 3D automotive view
with the direction of travel at the top.
Guidance Text: Sets when the guidance text appears on
the map.
Data Fields: Customizes the data fields and dashboards
of the map, compass, elevation plot, and trip
computer.
Map Information: Enables or disables the maps
currently loaded on the device.
Advanced Map Settings
Select Setup > Map > Advanced Map Setup.
Auto Zoom: Automatically selects the appropriate
zoom level for optimal use on your map. When Off is
selected, you must zoom in or out manually.
Zoom Levels: Adjusts the zoom level at which map
items will appear. The map items will not appear
when the map zoom level is higher than the selected
level.
Text Size: Selects the text size for map items.
Detail: Selects the amount of detail shown on the map.
Showing more detail may cause the map to redraw
more slowly.
Shaded Relief: Shows detail relief on the map (if
available) or turns off shading.
Compass
When navigating, points to your destination,
regardless of the direction you are moving. When
points toward the top of the electronic compass,
you are traveling directly toward your destination. If
points any other direction, turn until it points toward
the top of the compass.
Calibrating the Compass
Before you can calibrate the electronic compass, you
must be outdoors, away from objects that influence
magnetic fields, such as cars, buildings, or overhead
power lines.
The device has a 3-axis electronic compass (GPSMAP 64s
series devices only). You should calibrate the compass
after moving long distances, experiencing temperature
changes, or changing the batteries.
1 From the compass, select MENU.
2 Select Calibrate Compass >Start.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Using the Compass
You can use the compass to navigate an active route.
1 Select PAGE.
2 Hold the devicelevel.
3 Follow to your destination.
Course Pointer
The course pointer is most useful when you are
navigating on water or where there are no major
obstacles in your path. It can also help you avoid
hazards near the course, such as shoals or submerged
rocks.
To enable the course pointer, from the compass, select
MENU > Setup Heading > Go To Line/Pointer > Course
(CDI).
The course pointer ①indicates your relationship to
the course line leading to the destination. The course
deviation indicator(CDI) ②provides the indication

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of drift (right or left) from the course. The scale ③
refers to the distance between dots ④on the course
deviation indicator, which tell you how far off course
you are.
Navigating with Sight ‘N Go
You can point the device at an object in the distance,
lock in the direction, and navigate to the object.
1 Select Sight ‘N Go.
2 Point the device at an object.
3 Select Lock Direction > Set Course.
4 Navigate using the compass.
Heading Settings
You can customize the compass settings. Select Setup >
Heading.
Display: Sets the type of directional heading shown on
the compass.
North Reference: Sets the north reference used on the
compass.
Go To Line/Pointer: Sets the behavior of the pointer
that appears on the map. Bearing points in the
direction of your destination. Course shows your
relationship to the course line leading to the
destination.
Compass: Automatically switches from an electronic
compass to a GPS compass when you are traveling at
a higher rate of speed for a period of time.
Calibrate Compass: See Calibrating the Compass, page 3 .
Trip Computer
The trip computer displays your current speed, average
speed, maximum speed, trip odometer, and other
helpful statistics. You can customize the trip computer
layout, dashboard, and data fields.
Trip Computer Settings
From the trip computer, select MENU.
Reset: Resets all the trip computer values to zero. For
accurate information, reset the trip information
before beginning a trip.
Big Numbers: Changes the size of the numbers shown
on the trip computer page.
Change Data Fields: Customizes the trip computer data
fields.
Change Dashboard: Changes the theme and
information displayed on the dashboard.
NOTE: Your customized settings are remembered by
the dashboard. Your settings are not lost when you
change profiles (Profiles, page 16) .
Restore Defaults: Restores the trip computer to factory
default settings.
Elevation Plot
By default, the elevation plot displays the elevation
over the distance traveled. You can customize elevation
plot settings (Elevation Plot Settings, page 4) . You
can select any point on the plot to view details about
that point.
Elevation Plot Settings
From the elevation plot, select MENU.
Change Plot Type: Sets the type of data shown on the
elevation plot.
Elevation/Time: Records elevation changes over a
period of time.
Elevation/Distance: Records elevation changes over a
distance.
Barometric Pressure: Records barometric pressure
changes over a period of time.
Ambient Pressure: Records ambient pressure changes
over a period of time.
Adjust Zoom Ranges: Adjusts the zoom ranges shown
on the elevation plot page.
Change Data Fields: Customizes the elevation plot data
fields.
Reset: Resets the elevation plot data, including
waypoint, track, and trip data.
Calibrate Altimeter: See (Calibrating the Barometric
Altimeter, page 4) .
Restore Defaults: Restores the elevation plot to factory
default settings.
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter
You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter
if you know the correct elevation or the correct
barometric pressure.
1 Go to a location where the elevation or barometric
pressure is known.
2 Select PAGE > Elevation Plot > MENU > Calibrate
Altimeter.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Restoring Default Page Settings
1 Open a page for which you will restore the settings.
2 Select MENU > Restore Defaults.
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks
Waypoints
Waypoints are locations you record and store in the
device. Waypoints can mark where you are, where you
are going, or where you have been. You can add details
about the location, such as name, elevation, and depth.
You can add a .gpx file that contains waypoints by
transferring the file to the GPX folder (Transferring
Files to Your Device, page 18) .

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Creating a Waypoint
You can save your current location as a waypoint.
1 Select MARK.
2 If necessary, select a field to make changes to the
waypoint.
3 Select Done.
Projecting a Waypoint
You can create a new location by projecting the
distance and bearing from a marked location to a new
location.
1 Select Waypoint Manager.
2 Select a waypoint.
3 Select MENU > Project Waypoint.
4 Enter the bearing, and select Done.
5 Select a unit of measure.
6 Enter the distance, and select Done.
7 Select Save.
Navigating to a Waypoint
1 Select FIND >Waypoints.
2 Select a waypoint.
3 Select Go.
Editing a Waypoint
1 Select Waypoint Manager.
2 Select a waypoint.
3 Select an item to edit, such as the name.
4 Enter the new information, and select Go.
Deleting a Waypoint
1 Select Waypoint Manager.
2 Select a waypoint.
3 Select MENU >Delete.
Routes
A route is a sequence of waypoints or locations that
leads you to your final destination.
Creating a Route
1 Select Route Planner > Create Route > Select First
Point.
2 Select a category.
3 Select the first point in the route.
4 Select Use.
5 Select Select Next Point to add additional points to
the route.
6 Select QUIT to save the route.
Editing the Name of a Route
1 Select Route Planner.
2 Select a route.
3 Select Change Name.
4 Enter the new name.
Editing a Route
1 Select Route Planner.
2 Select aroute.
3 Select Edit Route.
4 Select a point.
5 Select an option:
• To view the point on the map, select Review.
• To change the order of the points on the
route,select Move Up or Move Down.
• To insert an additional point on the route, select
Insert.
The additional point is inserted before the point
you are editing.
• To remove the point from the route, select
Remove.
6 Select QUIT to save the route.
Viewing a Route on the Map
1 Select Route Planner.
2 Select a route.
3 Select View Map.
Deleting a Route
1 Select Route Planner.
2 Select a route.
3 Select Delete Route.
Navigating a Saved Route
1 Select FIND > Routes.
2 Select a route.
3 Select Go.
Viewing the Active Route
1 While navigating a route, select Active Route.
2 Select a point in the route to view additional details.
Stopping Navigation
Select FIND > Stop Navigation.
Reversing a Route
You can switch the start and end points of your route
to navigate the route in reverse.
1 Select Route Planner.
2 Select a route.
3 Select Reverse Route.
Tracks
A track is a recording of your path. The track log
contains information about points along the recorded
path, including time, location, and elevation for each
point.