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With the unit held level, the Pointer will point toward your destination. The

outer ring of the compass will show the direction that you are headed. Begin

walking, as you move the Pointer and Compass ring will update, always showing

you direction of travel and the shortest path to your destination. As soon as you

are able, turn toward the Pointer until it is aligned with the vertical line in the

Compass Ring and stop walking.

At a walking pace, the GPSMAP 76S by default uses the compass feature

for navigation. If you would prefer, the GPSMAP 76S can use the GPS receiver

instead. To turn the compass feature off, press and hold the PAGE key. A

message "Compass Turned Off" will be displayed, press ENTER to acknowledge

the message. The unit is now using the GPS receiver for navigation. There are

some key differences when using the GPS receiver.

When using the GPS receiver for navigation the unit has to be moving to

provide accurate data. While you are standing still the pointer and compass ring

may not be accurate. Hold the unit upright and begin walking. After a few steps,

the Pointer will once again point toward your destination and the Compass Ring

will show your direction of travel. As you continue walking, and approach your

"HOME" waypoint, a message will be displayed alerting you that you have arrived.

To reactivate the compass, press and hold the PAGE key.

Congratulations, you should have enough basic knowledge of your GPSMAP

76S to begin navigating on your own. Be safe; remember that while the GPS is very

reliable, you should always have a backup means of navigation.

Quick Start

Basic Navigation

DESTINATION

START

When you are able to turn toward the destination, follow

the Pointer until it points toward the top of the display

and aligns with the line in the Compass Ring. When the

Pointer and Line are aligned, your Track and Bearing will

be equal and you will be headed toward your destination.

When you are near your destination, a message 'Arriving

at Destination' will be displayed.