Garmin GPSMAP 76S - Manual (Page 9)

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Entering Data
There will be many times that you may need to enter data. An example is
naming a waypoint. The ROCKER key is used to navigate through menu items
and to enter data.
Let’s combine a couple of lessons. We will create a new waypoint, enter a
waypoint name, and assign a symbol to the waypoint.
The term ‘Waypoint’ may be new to you. You will fi nd the term Waypoint is
used frequently when talking about navigation. A Waypoint is a position stored in
the unit’s memory. Waypoints are used for direct navigation or to build a Route.
Creating or ‘Marking’ a waypoint with the GPSMAP 76S is easy. The unit has
to be turned on, and receiving at least three satellites (or simulating navigation)
to mark a waypoint.
Marking a waypoint:
1. Press and hold the ENTER/MARK key.
When the ENTER/MARK key is held down, the MARK function of the key
is activated and the GPSMAP 76S will capture it’s current position. The unit will
then display the Mark Waypoint Page. By default, the unit will assign a square as
the symbol and a number as the name and the ‘OK’ Button will be highlighted.
Pressing the ENTER key again would save the waypoint using the default name
and symbol, but let’s change them to something more meaningful.
Changing the symbol:
1. Using the ROCKER key, highlight the Symbol Field, then press ENTER.
2. Using the ROCKER key, highlight the ‘Scenic Area’ symbol, then press ENTER.
Symbol Field Name Field
Mark Waypoint Page
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