GPSMAP 60CSx Owner’s Manual
appears in the status bar.
Using the Electronic Compass
When you turn the electronic compass off, it stays off until you turn it on again. However, sometimes
when you turn the electronic compass on, the GPSMAP 60CSx overrides the compass and uses the
GPS receiver to track your heading. In fact, when you are moving at a steady rate, the GPS receiver
operates the compass. When stationary, the electronic compass provides you with accurate headings. You
can customize the criteria for switching between the electronic compass and the GPS as explained in the
Heading Setup section on
page 75 .
1. Press and hold the PAGE key to turn the
electronic compass on or off. The Compass Icon
appears in the status bar when the electronic compass is on. When you are not
using the electronic compass, turn it off to conserve batteries. When it is turned off, the
unit uses the GPS receiver for navigation. 2. Hold the GPSMAP 60CSx level to get an
accurate electronic compass reading. You obtain the most accurate reading if the
compass has been recently calibrated. See the following page for calibration instructions.
Setting the speed and time for compass Auto onoff:
1. Press MEnu twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Highlight Setup, and press EntEr to open
the Setup Menu.
3. Highlight the Heading icon, and press EntEr
to open the Heading Setup Page.
4. Highlight the Switch to compass heading when below
ield, and press EntEr.
GPSMAP 60CSx Owner’s Manual
Heading Setup Page
speed setting
Time delay options
5. Use the numeric keypad to enter a speed. 6. Highlight the for more than ield, and press
EntEr
to set the time delay from the time options list.
calibrating the Electronic compass Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors when you
first use the GPSMAP 60CSx. To ensure continued accuracy, calibrate after installing new batteries,
after moving more than 100 miles 160 km, or experiencing a temperature change greater than 68º F
20º C. The accuracy of the compass is also affected if the unit is not held level or you are near objects that
affect magnetic fields, such as cars or buildings.
1. Press MEnu to open the Compass Page
Options menu.
2. Highlight calibrate compass, and press EntEr
to open the Calibration Page.
3. With the Start button highlighted, press EntEr
, and follow on-screen directions for holding and turning the unit.
A “Just Right,” “Too Fast,” or “Too Slow” message appears notifying you to adjust your
turning speed, as needed. Hold the unit level while turning.
A “Calibration Successful” message appears when inished.
If a “Calibration Failed” message appears, repeat the process.
4. Press EntEr to return to the Compass Page.
