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GPSMAP® 64

Quick Start Manual

February 2014 190-01702-01_0B Printed in Taiwan

Getting Started

WARNING

See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the

product box for product warnings and other important

information.

Device Overview

ÀInternal GPS/GLONASS antenna

ÁKeys

ÂPower key

ÃMini-USB port (under weather cap)

ÄMCX connector for GPS antenna (under weather cap)

ÅmicroSD™ card slot (under batteries)

ÆBattery compartment

ÇMounting spine

ÈBattery cover D-ring

NOTE: The MCX connector is included on GPSMAP 64s and

GPSMAP 64st models only.

Battery Information

WARNING

The temperature rating for the device may exceed the usable

range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at high

temperatures.

Do not use a sharp object to remove batteries.

CAUTION

Contact your local waste disposal department to properly

recycle the batteries.

NOTICE

Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as

the temperature decreases. Use lithium batteries when

operating the device in below freezing conditions.

Installing the NiMH Battery Pack

The device operates using the optional NiMH battery pack

(purchased separately) or two AA batteries (Installing Batteries).

1Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the

cover.

2Locate the battery pack À.

3Insert the battery pack, observing polarity.

4Gently press the battery pack into place.

5Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise.

Charging the Battery Pack

NOTICE

To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the mini-USB port, the

weather cap, and the surrounding area before charging or

connecting to a computer.

Do not attempt to use the device to charge a battery that was

not provided by Garmin®. Attempting to charge a battery that

was not provided by Garmin can damage the device and void

the warranty.

Before you can connect the straight connector of the USB cable

to your device, you may have to remove optional mount

accessories.

NOTE: The battery will not charge when outside the

temperature range of 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C).

You can charge the battery using a standard wall outlet or a

USB port on your computer.

1Pull up the weather cap À from the mini-USB port Á.

2Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB port.

3Plug the USB end of the cable into the AC adapter or a

computer USB port.

4Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.

When you connect the device to a power source, the device

turns on.

5Charge the battery completely.

Installing Batteries

The handheld device operates using two AA batteries (not

included). Use NiMH or lithium batteries for best results.

1Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the

cover.

2Insert two AA batteries, observing polarity.

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3Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise.

4Hold .

5Select Setup > System > AA Battery Type.

6Select Alkaline, Lithium, Traditional NiMH, or Precharged

NiMH.

Turning On the Device

Hold .

Acquiring Satellite Signals

It may take 30 to 60 seconds to acquire satellite signals.

1Go outdoors to an open area.

2If necessary, turn on the device.

3Wait while the device searches for satellites.

A question mark flashes while the device determines your

location.

4Select to open the status page.

shows the GPS/GLONASS signal strength.

When the bars are green, the device has acquired satellite

signals.

Keys

FIND Select to open the search menu.

MARK Select to save your current location as a waypoint.

QUIT Select to cancel or return to the previous menu or page.

ENTER Select to select options and acknowledge messages.

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 select menu options and move the

map cursor.

IN Select to zoom in on the map.

OUT Select to zoom out on the map.

Navigation

Waypoints

Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device.

Creating a Waypoint

You can save your current location as a waypoint.

1Select MARK.

2If necessary, select a field to make changes to the waypoint.

3Select Done.

Navigating to a Waypoint

1From the main menu, select FIND > Waypoints.

2Select a waypoint.

3Select Go.

Editing a Waypoint

Before you can edit a waypoint, you must create a waypoint.

1Select Waypoint Manager.

2Select a waypoint.

3Select an item to edit, such as the name.

4Enter the new information, and select Go.

Deleting a Waypoint

1Select Waypoint Manager.

2Select a waypoint.

3Select MENU > Delete.

Routes

A route is a sequence of waypoints or locations that leads you

to your final destination.

Creating a Route

1Select Route Planner > Create Route > Select First Point.

2Select a category.

3Select the first point in the route.

4Select Use.

5Select Select Next Point to add additional points to the

route.

6Select QUIT to save the route.

Navigating a Saved Route

Before you can navigate using a saved route, you must create a

route.

1Select FIND > Routes.

2Select a route.

3Select Go.

Tracks

A track is a recording of your path. The track log contains

information about points along the recorded path, including

time, location, and elevation for each point.

Viewing the Current Track

1From the main menu, select Track Manager > Current

Track.

2Select an option:

• To show the current track on the map, select View Map.

• To show the elevation plot for the current track, select

Elevation Plot.

Navigating a Saved Track

Before you can navigate a saved track, you must save a track.

1Select FIND > Tracks.

2Select a saved track.

3Select Go.

Map

represents your location on the map. As you travel, moves

and leaves a track log (trail). Waypoint names and symbols

appear on the map. When you are navigating to a destination,

your route is marked with a colored line on the map.

Changing the Map Orientation

1From the map, select MENU.

2Select Setup Map > Orientation.

3Select an option:

• Select North Up to show north at the top of the page.

• Select Track Up to show your current direction of travel at

the top of the page.

• Select Automotive Mode to show an automotive

perspective with the direction of travel at the top.

Measuring Distance on the Map

You can measure the distance between two locations.

1From the map, select a location.

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2Select MENU > Measure Distance.

3Move the pin to another location on the map.

Compass

When navigating, points to your destination, regardless of the

direction you are moving. When points toward the top of the

electronic compass, you are traveling directly toward your

destination. If points any other direction, turn until it points

toward the top of the compass.

Calibrating the Compass

Before you can calibrate the electronic compass, you must be

outdoors, away from objects that influence magnetic fields, such

as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines.

The device has a 3-axis electronic compass (GPSMAP 64s and

GPSMAP 64st models only). You should calibrate the compass

after moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes,

or changing the batteries.

1From the compass, select MENU.

2Select Calibrate Compass > Start.

3Follow the on-screen instructions.

Navigating with Sight 'N Go

You can point the device at an object in the distance, lock in the

direction, and navigate to the object.

NOTE: Sight 'N Go is available only on the GPSMAP 64s and

GPSMAP 64st.

1Select Sight 'N Go.

2Point the device at an object.

3Select Lock Direction > Set Course.

4Navigate using the compass.

Trip Computer

The trip computer displays your current speed, average speed,

maximum speed, trip odometer, and other helpful statistics. You

can customize the trip computer layout, dashboard, and data

fields.

Device Information

Specifications

Battery type NiMH battery pack or two AA batteries

(1.5 V or lower alkaline, NiMH, or lithium)

Battery life Up to 16 hours

Water resistance IEC 60529 IPX7

Operating temperature

range

From -4° to 158°F (from -20° to 70°C)

Charging temperature

range

From 32° to 104°F (from 0° to 40°C)

Radio frequency and

protocols

2.4 GHz ANT+; Bluetooth® 4.0 (includes

EDR and BLE)

Compass-safe distance 7 in. (17.5 cm)

Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter

You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know

the correct elevation or the correct barometric pressure.

NOTE: The barometric altimeter is available only on the

GPSMAP 64s and GPSMAP 64st.

1Go to a location where the elevation or barometric pressure

is known.

2Select PAGE > Elevation Plot > MENU > Calibrate

Altimeter.

3Follow the on-screen instructions.

Customizing the Data Fields

You can customize the data fields displayed on each main

page.

1Open the page for which you will change the data fields.

2Select MENU.

3Select Change Data Fields.

4Select the new data field.

5Follow the on-screen instructions.

Support and Updates

Garmin Express™ provides easy access to these services for

Garmin devices. Some services may not be available for your

device.

• Product registration

• Product manuals

• Software updates

• Map updates

• Vehicles, voices, and other extras

Setting Up Garmin Express

1Plug the small end of the USB cable into the port on the

device.

2Plug the larger end of the USB cable into an available USB

port on your computer.

3Go to www.garmin.com/express.

4Follow the on-screen instructions.

Getting More Information

You can find more information about this product on the Garmin

website.

• Go to www.garmin.com/outdoor.

• Go to www.garmin.com/learningcenter.

• Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer

for information about optional accessories and replacement

parts.

Getting the Owner's Manual

You can get the latest owner's manual from the web.

1Go to www.garmin.com/support.

2Select Manuals.

3Follow the on-screen instructions to select your product.

Adjusting the Backlight Brightness

Extensive use of screen backlighting can significantly reduce

battery life. You can adjust the backlight brightness to maximize

the battery life.

NOTE: The backlight brightness may be limited when the

battery is low.

1Select .

2Use the slider to adjust the backlight level.

The device may feel warm when the backlight setting is high.

Selecting the Battery Type

1From the main menu, select Setup > System > AA Battery

Type.

2Select Alkaline, Lithium, Traditional NiMH, or Precharged

NiMH.

Installing a Memory Card

WARNING

Do not use a sharp object to remove user-replaceable batteries.

You can install a microSD memory card in the handheld device

for additional storage or pre-loaded maps.

1Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the

cover.

2Remove the battery.

3Slide the card holder À to and lift up.

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4Place the memory card with the gold contacts facing down.

5Close the card holder.

6Slide the card holder to to lock it.

7Replace the battery and cover.

Attaching the Wrist Strap

1Insert the loop of the wrist strap through the slot in the

device.

2Thread the other end of the strap through the loop, and pull it

tight.

Attaching the Carabiner Clip

1Position the carabiner clip À in the slots on the mounting

spine Á of the device.

2Slide the carabiner clip up until it locks in place.

Removing the Carabiner Clip

Lift up on the bottom of the carabiner clip, and slide the

carabiner clip off the mounting spine.

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