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Filtering the Geocache List

You can filter your geocache list based on certain factors, such 

as the level of difficulty.

1

Select 

Geocaching

 > 

MENU

 > 

Filter

.

2

Select one or more options to filter:
• To filter by a geocache category, such as puzzle or event, 

select 

Type

.

• To filter by the physical size of the geocache container, 

select 

Cache Size

.

• To filter by 

Unattempted

Did Not Find

, or 

Found 

geocaches, select 

Status

.

• To filter by the difficulty level of finding the geocache, or 

the difficulty of the terrain, select a level from 1 to 5.

3

Select 

QUIT

 to view the filtered geocache list.

Saving a Custom Geocache Filter

You can create and save custom filters for geocaches based on 

specific factors.

1

Select items to filter.

2

Select 

QUIT

.

By default, the new filter is saved automatically as Filter 

followed by a number. For example, Filter 2. You can edit the 

geocache filter to change the name (

Editing a Custom 

Geocache Filter

, page 11

).

Editing a Custom Geocache Filter

1

From the app drawer, select 

Setup

 > 

Geocaching

 > 

Filter 

Setup

.

2

Select a filter.

3

Select an item to edit.

Viewing Geocache Details

1

Select 

Geocaching

.

2

Select a geocache.

3

Select 

MENU

 > 

Review Point

.

The geocache description and logs appear.

Navigating to a Geocache

1

Select 

Geocaching

.

2

Select a geocache.

3

Select 

Go

.

Using Hints and Clues to find a Geocache

You can use hints or clues, such as a description or coordinates, 

to help you find a geocache.

1

While navigating to a geocache, select the geocache name.

2

Select an option:
• To view details about the geocache, select 

Description

.

• To view a clue about a geocache location, select 

Hint

.

• To view latitude and longitude for a geocache, select 

Coordinates

.

• To view feedback about the geocache from previous 

searchers, select 

Log

.

• To turn chirp

 searching on, select 

chirp™

.

Logging the Attempt

After you have attempted to find a geocache, you can log your 

results. You can verify some geocaches at 

www.geocaching.com

.

1

Select 

Geocaching

 > 

Log

.

2

Select 

Found

Did Not Find

Needs Repair

, or 

Unattempted

.

3

Select an option:
• To stop logging, select 

Done

.

• To begin navigation to the geocache nearest you, select 

Find Next Closest

.

• To enter a comment about looking for the cache or about 

the cache itself, select 

Edit Comment

, enter a comment, 

and select 

Done

.

If you are signed in to 

www.geocaching.com

, the log uploads to 

your 

www.geocaching.com

 account automatically.

chirp

A chirp is a small Garmin accessory that is programmed and left 

in a geocache. You can use your device to find a chirp in a 

geocache. For more information about the chirp, see the 

chirp 

Owner's Manual

 at 

www.garmin.com

.

Enabling chirp Searching

1

Select 

Setup

 > 

Geocaching

.

2

Select 

chirp™ Searching

 > 

On

.

Finding a Geocache with a chirp

1

With chirp searching enabled, navigate to a geocache.
When you are within approximately 10 m (33 ft.) of the 

geocache that contains a chirp, details about the chirp 

appear.

2

Select 

Show Details

.

3

If necessary, select 

Go

 to navigate to the next stage of the 

geocache.

Removing Live Geocache Data from the Device

You can remove live geocache data to show only geocaches 

manually loaded on the device using a computer.

Select 

Setup

 > 

Geocaching

 > 

Geocaching Live

 > 

Remove 

Live Data

.

Live geocaching data is removed from the device and no 

longer appears in the geocache list.

Removing Your Device Registration From 

Geocaching.com

If you transfer ownership of your device, you can remove your 

device registration from the geocaching website.

Select 

Setup

 > 

Geocaching

 > 

Geocaching Live

 > 

Unregister Device

.

Setting a Proximity Alarm

Proximity alarms alert you when you are within a specified range 

of a particular location.

1

Select 

Proximity Alarms

 > 

Create Alarm

.

2

Select a category.

3

Select a location.

4

Select 

Use

.

5

Enter a radius.

When you enter an area with a proximity alarm, the device 

sounds a tone.

Editing or Deleting a Proximity Alarm

1

Select 

Proximity Alarms

.

2

Select an alarm.

3

Select an option:
• To edit the radius, select 

Change Radius

.

• To view the alarm on a map, select 

View Map

.

• To delete the alarm, select 

Delete

.

Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly

Before you can share data wirelessly, you must be within 3 m 

(10 ft.) of a compatible device.
Your device can send and receive data when paired with 

another compatible device using Bluetooth or ANT+

®

 wireless 

Main Menu Tools

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Summary of Contents for 010-02236-02

Page 1: ...GPSMAP 86 Owner sManual...

Page 2: ...e USA and other countries chirp Connect IQ Garmin Connect Garmin Explore Garmin Express tempe and Xero are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be used without the exp...

Page 3: ...IQ Features 6 Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your Computer 6 Viewing Connect IQ Widgets 6 Controlling and Viewing Compatible Marine Devices 7 Garmin Explore 7 Navigation 7 Navigating to a Dest...

Page 4: ...quence 14 Position Format Settings 14 Changing the Units of Measure 14 Time Settings 15 Profiles 15 Creating a Custom Profile 15 Editing a Profile Name 15 Deleting a Profile 15 Resetting Data and Sett...

Page 5: ...Computer pages 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 sele...

Page 6: ...com Preset messages have predefined text and recipients 1 From the Messages page select Send Preset 2 Choose a preset message and press ENTER 3 Press ENTER to send the message Sending a Text Message...

Page 7: ...ate emergency responders of your situation You can communicate with the rescue coordination center during your emergency while you wait for help to arrive You should only use the SOS function in a rea...

Page 8: ...ur location Guidance Text Sets when the guidance text is shown on the map Advanced Setup Enables you to open advanced map settings Advanced Map Settings page 4 Advanced Map Settings From the map selec...

Page 9: ...f customizable data fields TIP You can use the arrow keys to scroll through the pages Remove Page Removes an additional page of customizable data fields More Data Adds additional data fields to the tr...

Page 10: ...s require a compatible smartphone to be paired with the GPSMAP 86 device When your phone receives messages it sends notifications to your device Viewing Phone Notifications Before you can view notific...

Page 11: ...ompass and continue moving in that direction to the destination Stopping Navigation Select FIND Stop Navigation Waypoints Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device Waypoints can mark...

Page 12: ...the Map 1 Select Route Planner 2 Select a route 3 Select View Map Viewing the Elevation Plot of a Route 1 Select Route Planner 2 Select a route 3 Select Elevation Plot Editing the Name of a Route 1 S...

Page 13: ...page Select Automotive Mode to show an automotive perspective with the direction of travel at the top Compass When navigating points to your destination regardless of the direction you are moving Whe...

Page 14: ...or the imagery file 3 Select Download Geocaches Geocaching is a treasure hunting activity in which players hide or search for hidden caches using clues and GPS coordinates Registering Your Device at G...

Page 15: ...ing select Done To begin navigation to the geocache nearest you select Find Next Closest To enter a comment about looking for the cache or about the cache itself select Edit Comment enter a comment an...

Page 16: ...on Calculates your GPS position using the Garmin AutoLocate feature Satellite Setup Sets the satellite system options Satellite Settings page 13 Customizing the Device Customizing the Data Fields You...

Page 17: ...Allows you to save the image on the device screen Review Text Size Changes the size of the text on the screen Changing the Color Mode 1 Select Setup Display Appearance 2 Select an option To allow the...

Page 18: ...ing scheme of paper charts Fishing requires marine maps displays a detailed view of bottom contours and depth soundings and simplifies map presentation for optimal use while fishing Appearance Sets th...

Page 19: ...age Settings 1 Open a page for which you will restore the settings 2 Select MENU Restore Defaults Device Information Product Updates On your computer install Garmin Express www garmin com express On y...

Page 20: ...Wipe it dry After cleaning allow the device to dry completely Data Management NOTE The device is not compatible with Windows 95 98 Me Windows NT and Mac OS 10 3 and earlier File Types The handheld de...

Page 21: ...Activity Distance The distance traveled for the current track or activity Alarm Timer The current time of the countdown timer Ambient Pressure The uncalibrated ambient pressure Ascent Average The ave...

Page 22: ...al path of travel You must be navigating for this data to appear Pointer An arrow points in the direction of the next waypoint or turn You must be navigating for this data to appear Speed The current...

Page 23: ...evel of fitness A heart rate zone is a set range of heartbeats per minute The five commonly accepted heart rate zones are numbered from 1 to 5 according to increasing intensity Generally heart rate zo...

Page 24: ...asuring distances 4 navigating 4 7 9 orientation 4 9 settings 4 updating 15 zoom 4 marine alarms setup 14 settings 14 measuring distances 4 memory card 16 messages 2 3 deleting 3 navigating 2 microSD...

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