NRI Grazing Land On-Site Data Collection
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Appendix B
The Garmin GPS Map 76 Receiver: Features, Functions,
Setup, and Quality of Position
Garmin GPS Map76 Features
Specifications
Weight: 7.5 ounces
No. channels: 12 parallel
Antenna type: Quad Helix
Display size: 180 x 240 pixels
Included map base: North America major highways, cities, exits –
accepts optional
Map Source ™ enhanced maps
No. Waypoints: 500 with name and graphical symbol
No. Tracks: 10 saved, about 10,000 total track points, auto logging
No. Routes: 50 comprised of 50 waypoints each
Rugged standard: IPX 7 waterproof –
floats on surface!
Other features: Trip computer, tidal info, sun/moon info, hunting/fishing info
Manual, pg. 4 and: http://www.garmin.com/products/gpsmap76/spec.html.
GPS Map 76 – Front View
Visible on the front side of the Map76 is the:
Antenna – always hold the receiver upright with the display facing you and the
antenna at about an 80 degree angle from horizontal. Face towards the southwest to
obtain the best GPS reception.
Screen protector – Provides international patent information and a reminder of how to
orient the receiver for best GPS satellite reception.
Keypad – A ROCKER key surrounded by 8 functional keys.
Display – Display capable of depicting GPS data and 4 grey color maps.
