Garmin 96C GPS Receiver User Manual


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Start-Up and Satellite Acquisition
Find a location where you have a clear view of the sky. If you
are starting up for the first time, or you have moved over 600
miles since last using the GPSMAP 96/96C, it must initialize
(determine its location by searching for satellites that are in
position over your current location). Press MENU to use the
Location option from the Satellite Page Options Menu to
mark your approximate location on the Map Page. The unit
only looks for satellites above the indicated location.
1. Turn on the GPSMAP 96/96C by pressing and
releasing the POWER key. A Power Up Page briefly
appears followed by a Warning Page. Press ENTER to
acknowledge and move to the Satellite Page.
2. Observe the Satellite Page and the GPS status
messages as they appear at the top of the page.
• “Acquiring Satellites” message appears as the
GPSMAP 96/96C begins to search for satellites
overhead.
• Your location coordinates appears when four or
more satellites are fixed (enough to determine an
approximate elevation and ground location).
Using the Keypad Adjusting the Backlighting
When lighting conditions make it difficult to
view the GPSMAP 96/96C screen, turn on
and adjust the backlighting (and contrast for
the GPSMAP 96).
To adjust the backlight and
contrast:
1. With the GPSMAP 96/96C turned on,
press and release the POWER key
to show the Backlight Adjustment
Slider.
2. Press and release the POWER key
to increase the brightness level. Use
the ROCKER to adjust the contrast
for the GPSMAP 96. Press ENTER to close.
Battery Installation
The GPSMAP 96/96C requires two
AA batteries (not included), which
are located in the back of the unit
under the D-Ring. Alkaline or NiMH
batteries can be used (see the owner’s
manual for setting the battery type).
Stored data is not lost when batteries
are removed. Install the batteries,
observing the proper polarity. A
polarity diagram is molded into the
battery compartment. Extensive use
of backlighting, WAAS, and key beep
tones can significantly reduce battery
life.
Status Bar
3D GPS
indicator
Received
Satellite
icon
Heading Bug
indicates your
direction of
movement
Satellite
not yet
received
Viewing the Main Pages
To view these pages, press PAGE repeatedly to cycle
from one to another. To switch operating modes (Aviation,
Automotive, or Marine), press and hold PAGE to show a
mode options window. Use the ROCKER to select a mode,
and then press ENTER. Many of the main pages change to
show data specific for each operating mode.
Using the Map Page
The Map Page shows a detailed map of the area around
your current location. You can view your progress when
moving or navigating to a chosen destination. The IN and
OUT keys allow you to change the map scale. Optional
user-defined data fields provide navigation information.
To use the Map Page:
1. Press PAGE to cycle
through the Main Pages
until the Map Page
appears.
2. Press MENU to view
options for the Map Page.
3. Use the ROCKER to
move the Map Pointer
to highlight a map item
or view more map area.
Refer to the owner’s
manual for more details.
Battery Cover
D-Ring
POWER/BACKLIGHT Key—press and
hold to turn unit On or Off. Press and release
to adjust backlighting.
IN/OUT Zoom Keys
—from the Map Page,
press to zoom in or out. From any other page,
press to scroll up or down a list.
DIRECT TO
D
/NRST Key—press and
release to view the Go To Page (Aviation) or
Find Menu Page (Automotive and Marine).
Press and hold for Nearest List (Aviation),
Recent Finds (Automotive), or MOB-Man
Overboard feature (Marine).
QUIT Key
—press and release to cancel data
entry or exit a page.
PAGE Key
—press to cycle through the main
pages. Press and hold to switch operating
modes.
MENU Key—press and release to view page
options. Press twice to view the Main Menu.
ENTER/MARK Key—press and release to
enter highlighted options, data, or to confirm
on-screen messages. Press and hold to mark
your current location as a waypoint.
ROCKER Key—move up, down, right, or
left to move through lists; highlight fields,
on-screen buttons, or icons; enter data; or
move the map panning arrow.
Satellite Page
Options
GPSMAP
96C Backlight
Adjustment
GPSMAP 96
Backlight/Contrast
Adjustment
D
ENTER
MENU
IN
OUT
PAGE
QUIT
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