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Finding a Geocache with a chirp ..................................... 11

Removing Live Geocache Data from the Device ................. 11
Removing Your Device Registration From 
Geocaching.com .................................................................. 11

Setting a Proximity Alarm ......................................................... 11

Editing or Deleting a Proximity Alarm .................................. 11

Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly ................................... 11
Selecting a Profile ..................................................................... 12
Calculating the Size of an Area ................................................ 12
Using the VIRB Remote ............................................................12
Using the Flashlight .................................................................. 12
Satellite Page ............................................................................12

GPS Satellite Settings ..........................................................12

Customizing the Device............................................... 12

Customizing the Data Fields ..................................................... 12
Setup Menu .............................................................................. 12

System Settings ................................................................... 13

Satellite Settings ............................................................. 13
Serial Interface Settings.................................................. 13

Display Settings ................................................................... 13

Changing the Color Mode ............................................... 13

Bluetooth Settings ................................................................ 13
Wi

Fi Settings .......................................................................13

Routing Settings ...................................................................13
Setting the Device Tones ..................................................... 13
Geocaching Settings ............................................................ 13
Wireless Sensors ................................................................. 14

Pairing Your Wireless Sensors ....................................... 14

Fitness Settings ................................................................... 14

Marking Laps by Distance ............................................... 14

Marine Settings .................................................................... 14

Setting Up Marine Alarms ............................................... 14

Menu Settings ...................................................................... 14

Customizing the Main Menu ............................................14
Changing the Page Sequence ........................................ 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 Settings ................................................ 15

Restoring Default Page Settings ..................................... 15

Device Information....................................................... 15

Product Updates ....................................................................... 15

Setting Up Garmin Express ................................................. 15

Getting More Information .......................................................... 15
Battery Information................................................................... 15

Maximizing Battery Life ........................................................ 15
Turning On Battery Save Mode ........................................... 15
Turning On Expedition Mode ............................................... 15
Long-Term Storage .............................................................. 16

Attaching the Carabiner Clip ..................................................... 16

Removing the Carabiner Clip ............................................... 16

Attaching a Lanyard .................................................................. 16
Device Care .............................................................................. 16

Cleaning the Device ............................................................. 16

Data Management .................................................................... 16

File Types ............................................................................ 16
Installing a Memory Card ..................................................... 16
Connecting the Device to Your Computer ........................... 16
Transferring Files to Your Device ........................................ 16
Deleting Files ....................................................................... 17
Disconnecting the USB Cable ..............................................17

Specifications ............................................................................17

Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance Information ........ 17

Appendix....................................................................... 17

Data Fields ................................................................................17
Getting More Information .......................................................... 18
Optional Accessories ................................................................ 19

tempe ................................................................................... 19
Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin 
Device .................................................................................. 19

About Heart Rate Zones ........................................................... 19

Fitness Goals ....................................................................... 19
Heart Rate Zone Calculations .............................................. 19

Index.............................................................................. 20

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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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