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Basic Operation
Creating and Using Waypoints
The Garmin GPSMAP 276C stores up to 3000 alphanumeric waypoints with a user-defi ned icon,
comment, elevation, depth, and temperature available for each waypoint. Waypoints can be created us-
ing three basic methods:
• ENTER/MARK key – allows you to quickly mark your present position.
• Graphically – allows you to defi ne a new waypoint position from the map display using the AR-
ROW KEYPAD.
• Text Entry – allows you to enter a new waypoint’s position coordinates manually.
Marking Your Present Position
The Garmin GPSMAP 276C’s ENTER/MARK key lets you quickly capture your present position to
create a new waypoint. You must have a valid position (2D or 3D) fi x to mark your present position.
This can be determined by looking at the GPS Tab on the Main Menu.
To mark your present position:
1. Press and hold the ENTER/MARK key until the New Waypoint Page appears, then release it. You will
see a default four-digit name and symbol for the new waypoint.
2. To accept the waypoint with the default name and symbol, use the
ARROW KEYPAD to highlight ‘OK’
and press ENTER/MARK.
To change the any information on the New Waypoint Page, highlight the appropriate fi eld and press
ENTER/MARK. After entering and confi rming your changes, highlight ‘OK’ and press ENTER/MARK.
Using Waypoints
New Waypoint Page
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