Garmin GPS III Pilot - Manual (Page 63)

The ENTER/MARK key allows
you to mark your current posi-
tion as a user waypoint. You
can give this waypoint any
name you choose.
You can also choose from a
list of symbols used to identify
the user waypoint on the map
display.
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In addition to the built-in database, the GPS III Pilot also stores up to 500 user-
defined waypoints, with a selectable symbol and comment available for each waypoint.
User-defined waypoints can be created using four methods:
Mark Present Position— your present position can be captured and saved as a
user waypoint using the ENTER/MARK key (press & hold).
On Map— a new user waypoint position can be created directly on the map
display using the panning pointer and ENTER/MARK key (press momentarily).
Text Entry— user waypoints can be created by entering position coordinates
manually (from a chart, etc.) or by referencing bearing and distance from a
previously stored waypoint (or present position).
Average Position— position samples can be averaged over time and the result
saved as a user waypoint. Averaging reduces the effects of selective availability and
improves the accuracy of the position reading. (See page 33 for more info.)
Marking Present Position
The GPS III Pilot’s “mark” feature lets you quickly capture your present position in
order to create a new user waypoint. You must be locked onto satellites, with a valid
position fix, to mark your present position.
To mark your present position:
1. Press and hold the ENTER/MARK key. The New Waypoint Page is automatically
displayed.
2. To change the waypoint name (a three-digit number is automatically assigned),
highlight the waypoint name field and press ENTER. Use the rocker keypad to enter
the new waypoint name and press ENTER when finished.
3. To save the waypoint in memory, highlight ‘Done’ and press ENTER.
Creating User Waypoints
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