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2

Select 

MENU

 > 

Measure Distance

.

3

Move 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.

1

From the compass, select 

MENU

.

2

Select 

Calibrate Compass

 > 

Start

.

3

Follow 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.

1

Select 

Sight 'N Go

.

2

Point the device at an object.

3

Select 

Lock Direction

 > 

Set Course

.

4

Navigate 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.

1

Go to a location where the elevation or barometric pressure 

is known.

2

Select 

PAGE

 > 

Elevation Plot

 > 

MENU

 > 

Calibrate 

Altimeter

.

3

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Customizing the Data Fields

You can customize the data fields displayed on each main 

page.

1

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

2

Select 

MENU

.

3

Select 

Change Data Fields

.

4

Select the new data field.

5

Follow 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

1

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

device.

2

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

port on your computer.

3

Go to 

www.garmin.com/express

.

4

Follow 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.

1

Go to 

www.garmin.com/support

.

2

Select 

Manuals

.

3

Follow 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.

1

Select  .

2

Use the slider to adjust the backlight level.

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

Selecting the Battery Type

1

From the main menu, select 

Setup

 > 

System

 > 

AA Battery 

Type

.

2

Select 

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.

1

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

cover.

2

Remove the battery.

3

Slide the card holder 

À

 to   and lift up.

4

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