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GPSMAP 66i
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Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents Connecting to a Wireless Network .............................................. 6
Connect IQ Features .................................................................. 7
Getting Started............................................................... 1 Downloading Connect IQ Features ........................................ 7
Device Overview ......................................................................... 1 Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your Computer .... 7
Status LED ............................................................................. 1 Viewing Connect IQ Widgets ................................................. 7
Status Icons ........................................................................... 1 Garmin Explore ........................................................................... 7
Buttons ........................................................................................1 Navigation....................................................................... 7
Turning On the Device ........................................................... 1 Navigating to a Destination ......................................................... 7
Locking the Keys .................................................................... 1 Navigating with the Map ......................................................... 7
Turning On the Backlight ....................................................... 1 Navigating with the Compass ................................................ 7
Adjusting the Backlight ........................................................... 1 Stopping Navigation ............................................................... 7
Charging the Device ................................................................... 1 Waypoints ................................................................................... 7
Saving Energy While Charging the Device ................................. 2 Creating a Waypoint .............................................................. 7
Activating the Device .................................................................. 2 Navigating to a Waypoint ....................................................... 7
Iridium Satellite Network ............................................................. 2 Editing a Waypoint ................................................................. 7
inReach Features........................................................... 2 Deleting a Waypoint ............................................................... 7
Messages ................................................................................... 2 Waypoint Averaging ............................................................... 7
Sending a Preset Message .................................................... 2 Projecting a Waypoint ............................................................ 8
Sending a Text Message ....................................................... 2 Moving a Waypoint on the Map ............................................. 8
Using Keyboard Shortcuts ..................................................... 2 Finding a Location Near a Waypoint ...................................... 8
Replying to a Message .......................................................... 2 Setting a Waypoint Proximity Alarm ....................................... 8
Checking for Messages ......................................................... 2 Adding a Waypoint to a Route ............................................... 8
Viewing Message Details ....................................................... 2 Repositioning a Waypoint to Your Current Location .............. 8
Navigating to a Message Location ......................................... 2 Routes ........................................................................................ 8
Including Location Coordinates in a Message ....................... 3 Creating a Route .................................................................... 8
Deleting Messages ................................................................ 3 Navigating a Saved Route ..................................................... 8
Messages Settings ................................................................. 3 Editing a Route ...................................................................... 8
Tracking ...................................................................................... 3 Viewing a Route on the Map .................................................. 8
Starting Tracking .................................................................... 3 Viewing the Elevation Plot of a Route .................................... 8
Stopping Tracking .................................................................. 3 Editing the Name of a Route .................................................. 8
Sharing Your MapShare Web Page ...................................... 3 Reversing a Route ................................................................. 8
inReach Tracking Settings ..................................................... 3 Deleting a Route .................................................................... 8
SOS ............................................................................................ 3 Recordings .................................................................................. 8
Initiating an SOS Rescue ....................................................... 3 Recording Settings ................................................................. 9
Sending a Custom SOS Message ......................................... 3 Viewing the Current Activity ................................................... 9
Canceling an SOS Rescue .................................................... 3 Navigating Using TracBack® ................................................. 9
Stopping the Current Activity ................................................. 9
Testing the Device.......................................................... 3 Navigating a Saved Activity ................................................... 9
Syncing inReach Data.................................................... 3 Deleting a Saved Activity ....................................................... 9
Reversing an Activity ............................................................. 9
Contacts.......................................................................... 4
Creating a Track from a Saved Activity .................................. 9
Adding a Contact ........................................................................ 4
Editing a Contact ........................................................................ 4 Weather ........................................................................... 9
Deleting a Contact ...................................................................... 4 Requesting an inReach Weather Forecast ................................. 9
Updating an inReach Weather Forecast .............................. 10
Using the Main Pages.................................................... 4
Deleting an inReach Weather Forecast ............................... 10
Opening the Main Menu ............................................................. 4
Viewing an Active Weather Forecast ........................................ 10
Map ............................................................................................. 4
Viewing an Active Weather Map .......................................... 10
Changing the Map Orientation ............................................... 4
Adding an Active Weather Location ..................................... 10
Measuring Distance on the Map ............................................ 4
Map Page Settings ................................................................. 4 Data Use and History ................................................... 10
Compass ..................................................................................... 4 Viewing Plan Details ................................................................. 10
Using the Compass ................................................................ 4 Viewing Data Use ..................................................................... 10
Course Pointer ....................................................................... 4 Main Menu Tools.......................................................... 10
Navigating with Sight 'N Go ................................................... 5 BirdsEye Imagery ..................................................................... 11
Compass Settings .................................................................. 5 Downloading BirdsEye Imagery ........................................... 11
Trip Computer ............................................................................. 5 Geocaches ................................................................................ 11
Trip Computer Settings .......................................................... 5 Registering Your Device at Geocaching.com ...................... 11
Altimeter ...................................................................................... 5 Downloading Geocaches Using a Computer ....................... 11
Altimeter Plot Settings ............................................................ 5 Geocache Searches ............................................................ 12
Connected Features....................................................... 6 Filtering the Geocache List .................................................. 12
Connected Feature Requirements ............................................. 6 Viewing Geocache Details ................................................... 12
Pairing a Smartphone with Your Device ..................................... 6 Navigating to a Geocache ................................................... 12
Phone Notifications ..................................................................... 6 Logging the Attempt ............................................................. 12
Viewing Phone Notifications .................................................. 6 chirp ..................................................................................... 12
Hiding Notifications ................................................................ 6 Removing Live Geocache Data from the Device ................. 13
Managing Notifications ........................................................... 6
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Removing Your Device Registration From Index.............................................................................. 22 Geocaching.com .................................................................. 13 Setting a Proximity Alarm ......................................................... 13 Editing or Deleting a Proximity Alarm .................................. 13 Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly ................................... 13 Selecting a Profile ..................................................................... 13 Calculating the Size of an Area ................................................ 13 Using the VIRB Remote ............................................................ 13 Using the Flashlight .................................................................. 13 Satellite Page ............................................................................13 GPS Satellite Settings .......................................................... 13 Customizing the Device............................................... 13 Customizing the Data Fields ..................................................... 13 Setup Menu .............................................................................. 14 System Settings ................................................................... 14 Display Settings ................................................................... 14 Bluetooth Settings ................................................................ 14 Wi‑Fi Settings ....................................................................... 15 Routing Settings ................................................................... 15 Setting the Device Tones ..................................................... 15 Geocaching Settings ............................................................ 15 Wireless Sensors ................................................................. 15 Fitness Settings ................................................................... 15 Marine Settings .................................................................... 15 Menu Settings ...................................................................... 15 Position Format Settings ...................................................... 16 Changing the Units of Measure ........................................... 16 Time Settings ....................................................................... 16 Profiles ................................................................................. 16 Resetting Data and Settings ................................................ 16 Device Information....................................................... 17 Product Updates ....................................................................... 17 Setting Up Garmin Express ................................................. 17 Getting More Information .......................................................... 17 Battery Information ................................................................... 17 Maximizing Battery Life ........................................................ 17 Turning On Battery Save Mode ........................................... 17 Turning On Expedition Mode ............................................... 17 Long-Term Storage .............................................................. 17 Attaching the Carabiner Clip ..................................................... 17 Removing the Carabiner Clip ............................................... 17 Attaching a Lanyard .................................................................. 17 Device Care .............................................................................. 17 Cleaning the Device ............................................................. 17 Data Management .................................................................... 18 File Types ............................................................................ 18 Installing a Memory Card ..................................................... 18 Connecting the Device to Your Computer ........................... 18 Transferring Files to Your Device ........................................ 18 Deleting Files ....................................................................... 18 Disconnecting the USB Cable .............................................. 18 Specifications ............................................................................ 18 Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance Information ........ 18 Appendix....................................................................... 18 Data Fields ................................................................................ 18 Getting More Information .......................................................... 20 Optional Accessories ................................................................ 20 tempe ................................................................................... 20 Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin Device .................................................................................. 20 Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 20 Restarting the Device ........................................................... 20 About Heart Rate Zones ........................................................... 20 Fitness Goals ....................................................................... 20 Heart Rate Zone Calculations .............................................. 21 ii Table of Contents
Getting Started Sending inReach messages
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Unread inReach messages
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the Buttons
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Device Overview
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.
Select to scroll through the main pages.
ENTER Select to choose options and acknowledge messages.
Select to control the current activity recording (from the Map,
Compass, Altimeter, and Trip Computer pages).
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.
Select to zoom in on the map.
Select to zoom out on the map.
Internal Iridium and GNSS antenna
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Power button Turning On the Device
Hold .
SOS button Locking the Keys
Buttons You can lock the keys to prevent inadvertent key presses.
Micro-USB port (under weather cap) Select > Lock Keys.
Flashlight Turning On the Backlight
microSD card slot (under weather cap)
® Select any key to turn on the backlight.
The backlight turns on automatically when alerts and
Mounting spine
messages are displayed.
Status LED Adjusting the Backlight
1 Select to open the status page.
The status LED indicates the device status.
2 Use and to adjust the brightness.
TIP: You can select NV to reduce the backlight intensity for
compatibility with night vision goggles.
Charging the Device
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather
LED Activity Status cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to
a computer.
Double flashing green You have an unread message.
Flashing green The device is in expedition mode. NOTE: The device does not charge when it is outside the
Flashing red The device does not have a clear view of the approved temperature range (Specifications, page 18).
sky. 1 Lift the weather cap .
The device is below 10% battery power.
Alternating red and green The device is in SOS mode.
Status Icons
ANT+ technology status
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GPS signal strength
Charging battery
Charging complete 2 Plug the small end of the power cable into the charging port
Bluetooth technology status
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on the device.
Wi-fi status 3 Plug the other end of the power cable into a compatible AC
power adapter.
Getting Started 1
4 Plug the AC power adapter into a standard wall outlet. 3 Press ENTER to send the message.
5 Charge the device completely. Sending a Text Message
1 From the Messages page, select New Message.
Saving Energy While Charging the Device
2 Select an option:
1 Connect your device to an external power source.
• To start with a pre-written message, select Send Quick
2 Hold the power button until the screen turns off. Text.
The device goes into a low power, battery charging mode, NOTE: You can add and edit quick text messages on the
and the battery gauge appears. Garmin Explore™ website.
3 Charge the device completely. • To write a custom message, select Type Message.
3 Choose recipients from your contacts list, or enter a
Activating the Device recipient's contact information.
Before you can use the inReach features of your GPSMAP 66i
device, you must activate it. 4 After you have finished your message, select Send
Message.
1 Create an account, and select a satellite subscription at
explore.garmin.com. Using Keyboard Shortcuts
2 Turn on the device. • To select the first autocomplete option, select FIND.
NOTE: You must enter the device IMEI number and AUTH • To cycle through keyboards, select MARK.
code to complete the online portion of activation before • To change character case, select PAGE once, and to turn on
heading outdoors. caps lock, select PAGE twice.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions. • To insert a backspace, select .
4 From the main menu, select Activate, and go outdoors to an • To insert a space, select .
open area with a clear view of the sky.
Replying to a Message
5 Wait while the device communicates with the Iridium satellite
network. 1 From the Messages page, select a conversation.
NOTE: It may take up to 20 minutes to activate your device. 2 Select Reply.
The device must send and receive several messages, which 3 Select an option:
takes longer than sending a single message during regular • To write a custom message, select Type Message.
use.
• To start with a pre-written message, select Send Quick
Text and select a message.
Iridium Satellite Network 4 When you have finished your message, select Send
Your device requires a clear view of the sky to transmit Message.
messages and track points over the Iridium satellite network.
Without a clear view of the sky, your device attempts to send the Checking for Messages
information until it acquires satellite signals. When you send a message, your device listens for replies for 10
TIP: For the best connection with satellites, hold the device with minutes. The device also checks for new messages every hour.
the antenna pointed toward the sky. When you are using the inReach tracking feature, your device
automatically checks for messages at your tracking interval.
NOTE: Your device must be in view of a satellite at the time of
inReach Features the listen to receive messages.
WARNING You can force a check for messages by manually checking for
messages, sending a message, or sending a track point. During
Messaging, tracking, and SOS functions require an active
a check, your device connects to satellites and receives
satellite subscription. Always test your device before you use it
messages waiting to be sent to your device.
outdoors.
From the main menu, select inReach Utilities > Mail Check
Ensure you have a clear view of the sky when using the
> Check Mailbox.
messaging, tracking, and SOS functions, because these
features require satellite access to operate properly. Viewing Message Details
To get the most out of your GPSMAP 66i device, you should 1 Select Messages.
activate it. Activating the device allows you to use inReach 2 Select a conversation.
features, including messaging, SOS, tracking, and inReach 3 Select a message.
Weather.
4 Select the information tab.
Messages Navigating to a Message Location
Your GPSMAP 66i device sends and receives text messages When you receive a message from another device with inReach
using the Iridium satellite network. You can send messages to technology, the message may include location information. For
an SMS phone number, an email address, or another device these messages, you can navigate to the location from which
that uses inReach technology. Each message you send includes the message was sent.
your location details where allowed. 1 Select Messages.
Sending a Preset Message 2 Select a conversation with location information.
Preset messages are messages that you created at 3 Select the map tab.
explore.garmin.com. Preset messages have predefined text and
recipients.
4 Select Go.
1 From the Messages page, select Send Preset.
2 Choose a preset message, and press ENTER.
2 inReach Features
Including Location Coordinates in a Message 1 Lift the protective cap from the SOS button .
If you are sending a message to a recipient who may not have
internet access, you can include your location coordinates in the
message. For example, if your recipient has an older model cell
phone that does not support viewing maps or is outside of a
mobile data coverage area and cannot view a web page.
1 From the Messages page, select New Message > Send
Location.
2 Enter one or more recipients.
3 If necessary, enter a message.
4 Select Send Message.
Deleting Messages
1 From the Messages page, select a conversation. 2 Hold the SOS button.
2 Select MENU > Delete Thread. 3 Wait for the SOS countdown.
Messages Settings The device sends a default message to the emergency
response service with details about your location.
Select Setup > Messages.
Ring Until Read: Sets the device to ring until you read a new
4 Reply to the confirmation message from the emergency
response service.
message. This feature is helpful if you are in a noisy
environment. Your reply lets the emergency response service know that
you are capable of interacting with them during the rescue. If
Notifications: Alerts you to incoming inReach messages.
you do not reply, the emergency response service will still
initiate a rescue.
Tracking For the first 10 minutes of your rescue, an updated location is
You can use the tracking feature to record track points and sent to the emergency response service every minute. To
transmit them over the Iridium satellite network at the specified conserve battery power after the first 10 minutes, an updated
send interval. Track points appear on the Garmin Explore location is sent every 10 minutes when moving, and every 30
website and the MapShare™ tracking page. minutes when stationary.
Starting Tracking Sending a Custom SOS Message
From the main menu, select Tracking > Start Tracking. After pressing the SOS button to initiate an SOS rescue, you
NOTE: Starting the Tracking feature also starts the recording can reply with a custom message using the SOS page.
controls. 1 From the main menu, select SOS > Reply.
Stopping Tracking 2 Select Type Message to compose a custom SOS message.
From the Tracking page, select Stop Tracking. 3 Select Send Message.
Sharing Your MapShare Web Page Your reply lets the emergency response service know that you
You can share a link to your MapShare web page with other are capable of interacting with them during the rescue.
people. The system automatically adds text, including link
Canceling an SOS Rescue
information, to the end of your message.
If you no longer need assistance, you can cancel an SOS
1 From the Tracking page, select Send MapShare > Share. rescue after it is sent to the emergency response service.
2 Choose recipients from your contacts list, or enter a 1 Lift the protective cap, and hold the SOS button.
recipient's contact information.
2 Select Cancel SOS.
3 Select Send Message.
3 When prompted to confirm your cancellation request, select
inReach Tracking Settings Cancel SOS.
Select Setup > Tracking. Your device transmits the cancellation request. When you
Auto Track: Sets the device to start tracking when you turn on receive a confirmation message from the emergency
the device. response service, the device returns to normal operation.
Moving Interval: Sets the frequency at which the device
records a track point and transmits it over the satellite
network when you are moving. If you are a professional
Testing the Device
customer, you can specify the interval when you are You should test the device outdoors before using it on a trip to
stationary. ensure your satellite subscription is active.
From the main menu, select inReach Utilities >
SOS Subscription Test > Test.
During an emergency, you can contact the GEOS International Wait while the device sends a test message. When you
Emergency Rescue Coordination Center (IERCC) to request receive a confirmation message, your device is ready to use.
help. Pressing the SOS button sends a message to the rescue
coordination center, and they notify the appropriate emergency
responders of your situation. You can communicate with the Syncing inReach Data
rescue coordination center during your emergency while you
wait for help to arrive. You should only use the SOS function in a You can sync data from your Garmin Explore account to your
real emergency situation. device using the Garmin Explore app. After you make edits to
your data, such as contacts, preset messages, or quick text
Initiating an SOS Rescue messages, you must sync them to your device using the mobile
NOTE: While in SOS mode, the device cannot be turned off. app.
Testing the Device 3
Open the Garmin Explore app. Map Page Settings
Changes made to data such as collections, waypoints, From the map, select MENU.
routes, and tracks update automatically. Stop Navigation: Stops navigating the current route.
You can now sync your data to your GPSMAP 66i device. Map Setup: Enables you to open additional map settings (Map
Settings, page 4).
Contacts Measure Distance: Allows you to measure the distance
between multiple locations (Measuring Distance on the Map,
You can add, delete, and edit contacts on the GPSMAP 66i page 4).
device. Restore Defaults: Restores the map to factory default settings.
Adding a Contact Map Settings
From the map, select MENU, and select Map Setup.
1 Select Setup > Contacts > New Contact.
Configure Maps: Enables or disables the maps currently
2 Select an item to edit. loaded on the device.
3 Enter the new information. Orientation: Adjusts how the map is shown on the page
(Changing the Map Orientation, page 4).
Editing a Contact Dashboard: Sets a dashboard to display on the map. Each
1 Select Setup > Contacts. dashboard shows different information about your route or
2 Select a contact. your location.
3 Select an item to edit. Guidance Text: Sets when the guidance text is shown on the
4 Enter the new information. map.
Advanced Setup: Enables you to open advanced map settings
Deleting a Contact (Advanced Map Settings, page 4).
1 Select Setup > Contacts. Advanced Map Settings
2 Select a contact. From the map, select MENU, and select Map Setup >
Advanced Setup.
3 Select MENU > Delete Contact.
Auto Zoom: Automatically selects the appropriate zoom level
for optimal use on your map. When Off is selected, you must
Using the Main Pages zoom in or out manually.
Detail: Selects the amount of detail shown on the map. Showing
The information needed to operate this device is found on the
more detail may cause the map to redraw more slowly.
main menu, map, compass, and trip computer pages.
Shaded Relief: Shows detail relief on the map (if available) or
1 Select PAGE.
turns off shading.
2 Select the active main page. Vehicle: Sets the position icon, which represents your position
on the map. The default icon is a small blue triangle.
Opening the Main Menu Zoom Levels: Adjusts the zoom level at which map items
The main menu gives you access to tools and setup screens for appear. The map items do not appear when the map zoom
waypoints, activities, routes, and more (Main Menu Tools, level is higher than the selected level.
page 10, Setup Menu, page 14).
Text Size: Selects the text size for map items.
From any page, select MENU twice.
Compass
Map When navigating, points to your destination, regardless of the
represents your location on the map. As you travel, moves direction you are moving. When points toward the top of the
and displays your path. Depending on your zoom level, waypoint electronic compass, you are traveling directly toward your
names and symbols may appear on the map. You can zoom in destination. If points any other direction, turn until it points
on the map to see more detail. When you are navigating to a toward the top of the compass.
destination, your route is marked with a colored line on the map.
Using the Compass
Changing the Map Orientation
You can use the compass to navigate an active route.
1 From the map, select MENU.
1 Hold the device level.
2 Select Map Setup > Orientation.
2 Follow to your destination.
3 Select an option:
• Select North Up to show north at the top of the page. Course Pointer
• Select Track Up to show your current direction of travel at The course pointer is most useful when you are navigating on
the top of the page. water or where there are no major obstacles in your path. It can
also help you avoid hazards near the course, such as shoals or
• Select Automotive Mode to show an automotive submerged rocks.
perspective with the direction of travel at the top.
To enable the course pointer, from the compass, select MENU >
Measuring Distance on the Map Heading Setup > Go To Line (Pointer) > Course (CDI).
You can measure the distance between multiple locations.
1 From the map, move the cursor to a location.
2 Select MENU > Measure Distance.
3 Select additional locations on the map.
4 Contacts
Compass: Automatically switches from an electronic compass
to a GPS compass when you are traveling at a higher rate of
speed for a period of time.
Calibrate Compass: Allows you to calibrate the compass if you
experience irregular compass behavior, for example, after
moving long distances or after extreme temperature changes
(Calibrating the Compass, page 5).
Trip Computer
The course pointer indicates your relationship to the course The trip computer displays your current speed, average speed,
line leading to the destination. The course deviation indicator trip odometer, and other helpful statistics. You can customize
(CDI) provides the indication of drift (right or left) from the the trip computer layout, dashboard, and data fields.
course. The scale refers to the distance between dots on Trip Computer Settings
the course deviation indicator, which tell you how far off course
From the trip computer, select MENU.
you are.
Reset: Resets all the trip computer values to zero. For accurate
Navigating with Sight 'N Go information, reset the trip information before beginning a trip.
You can point the device at an object in the distance, lock in the Change Data Fields: Customizes the trip computer data fields.
direction, and navigate to the object.
Change Dashboard: Changes the theme and information
1 Select Sight 'N Go. displayed on the dashboard.
2 Point the device at an object. NOTE: Your customized settings are remembered by the
3 Select Lock Direction > Set Course. dashboard. Your settings are not lost when you change
4 Navigate using the compass. profiles (Profiles, page 16).
Insert Page: Inserts an additional page of customizable data
Compass Settings fields.
From the compass, select MENU. TIP: You can use the arrow keys to scroll through the pages.
Sight 'N Go: Allows you to point the device at an object in the Remove Page: Removes an additional page of customizable
distance, and navigate using the object as a reference point data fields.
(Navigating with Sight 'N Go, page 5).
More Data: Adds additional data fields to the trip computer.
Stop Navigation: Stops navigating the current route.
Less Data: Removes data fields from the trip computer.
Change Dashboard: Changes the theme and information
displayed on the dashboard. Restore Defaults: Restores the trip computer to factory default
settings.
Set Scale: Sets the scale for the distance between the dots on
the course deviation indicator.
Altimeter
Calibrate Compass: Allows you to calibrate the compass if you
By default, the altimeter displays the elevation over the distance
experience irregular compass behavior, for example, after
traveled. You can customize altimeter settings (Altimeter
moving long distances or after extreme temperature changes
Settings, page 5). You can select any point on the plot to view
(Calibrating the Compass, page 5).
details about that point.
Heading Setup: Allows you to customize the compass heading
settings (Heading Settings, page 5). Altimeter Plot Settings
Change Data Fields: Customizes the compass data fields. From the altimeter, select MENU.
Restore Defaults: Restores the compass to factory default Reset: Resets the altimeter data, including waypoint, track, and
settings. trip data.
Altimeter Setup: Access additional altimeter settings (Altimeter
Calibrating the Compass
Settings, page 5).
Before you can calibrate the electronic compass, you must be
outdoors, away from objects that influence magnetic fields, such Adjust Zoom Ranges: Adjusts the zoom ranges shown on the
as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines. altimeter page.
The device has a 3-axis electronic compass. You should Change Data Fields: Allows you to customize the altimeter data
calibrate the compass after moving long distances or fields.
experiencing temperature changes. Restore Defaults: Restores the altimeter to factory default
1 From the compass, select MENU. settings.
2 Select Calibrate Compass > Start. Altimeter Settings
3 Follow the on-screen instructions. From the altimeter, select MENU > Altimeter Setup.
Auto Calibration: Once allows the altimeter to automatically
Heading Settings calibrate one time when you start an activity. Continuous
From the compass, select MENU, and select Heading Setup. allows the altimeter to calibrate throughout the duration of
Display: Sets the type of directional heading shown on the your activity.
compass. Barometer Mode: Variable Elevation allows the barometer to
North Reference: Sets the north reference used on the measure changes in elevation while you are moving. Fixed
compass. Elevation assumes the device is stationary at a fixed
Go To Line (Pointer): Sets the behavior of the pointer that elevation, so the barometric pressure should only change
appears on the map. Bearing points in the direction of your due to weather.
destination. Course shows your relationship to the course line Pressure Trending: Sets how the device records pressure
leading to the destination. data. Save Always records all pressure data, which can be
helpful when you are watching for pressure fronts.
Using the Main Pages 5
Plot Type: Records elevation changes over a period of time or Feature Connected to a Paired Connected to a
distance, records barometric pressure over a period of time, Smartphone with the Wi‑Fi Network
or records ambient pressure changes over a period of time. Garmin Connect App
Calibrate Altimeter: Allows you to manually calibrate the Software updates Yes Yes
barometric altimeter (Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter, EPO downloads Yes Yes
page 6). Live geocache data Yes Yes
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter Weather Yes Yes
You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know Phone notifications Yes1 No
the correct elevation or the correct barometric pressure. Connect IQ Yes No
1 Go to a location where the elevation or barometric pressure BirdsEye Direct No Yes
is known. imagery
2 From the altimeter, select MENU.
3 Select Altimeter Setup > Calibrate Altimeter. Pairing a Smartphone with Your Device
4 Select Method to select the measurement to use in 1 Bring your compatible smartphone within 10 m (33 ft.) of your
calibration. device.
5 Enter the measurement. 2 From the main menu on your device, select Setup >
Bluetooth.
6 Select Calibrate.
3 On your compatible smartphone, enable Bluetooth
technology, and open the Garmin Connect app.
Connected Features 4 Follow the on-screen instructions in the Garmin Connect app
to pair your device.
Connected features are available for your GPSMAP 66 series
device when you connect the device to a wireless network or a 5 Download and open the Garmin Explore app.
compatible smartphone using Bluetooth technology. Some 6 Log in to the Garmin Explore app using your Garmin Connect
features require you to install the Garmin Connect™ app or username and password.
Garmin Explore app on your smartphone. Go to garmin.com
7 Select the device option to pair your device with the Garmin
/apps for more information. Explore app.
Bluetooth sensors: Allows you to connect Bluetooth
compatible sensors, such as a heart rate monitor using the Phone Notifications
Garmin Connect app.
Phone notifications require a compatible smartphone to be in
Connect IQ™: Allows you to extend your device features with range and paired with the device. When your phone receives
widgets, data fields, and apps using the Garmin Connect messages, it sends notifications to your device.
app.
EPO Downloads: Allows you to download an extended Viewing Phone Notifications
prediction orbit file to quickly locate GPS satellites and Before you can view notifications, you must pair your device with
reduce the time it takes to get an initial GPS fix using the your compatible smartphone.
Garmin Connect app or when connected to a Wi‑Fi network. 1 Select > Notifications.
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BirdsEye imagery: Allows you to download BirdsEye Satellite 2 Select a notification.
Imagery directly to your device when connected to a Wi‑Fi
network. Hiding Notifications
Garmin Explore: The Garmin Explore app syncs and shares By default, notifications appear on the device screen when they
waypoints, tracks, and routes with your device. You can also are received. You can hide notifications to prevent them from
download maps to your smartphone for offline access. appearing.
Live Geocache Data: Provides paid or subscription-free Select Setup > Bluetooth > Notifications > Hide.
services to view live geocache data from Managing Notifications
www.geocaching.com using the Garmin Connect app or You can use your compatible smartphone to manage
when connected to a Wi‑Fi network. notifications that appear on your GPSMAP 66i device.
Tracking: Allows you to record track points and transmit them Select an option:
over the Iridium satellite network. You can invite contacts by
• If you are using an iPhone device, go to the iOS
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sending them an inReach message from the field. This
feature allows your contacts to view your live data on a notifications settings to select the items to show on the
MapShare tracking page using your Garmin Explore account. device.
Phone notifications: Displays phone notifications and • If you are using an Android smartphone, from the Garmin
messages on your GPSMAP 66 series device using the Connect app, select Settings > Smart Notifications.
Garmin Connect app.
Software Updates: Allows you to receive updates for your Connecting to a Wireless Network
device software using the Garmin Connect app or when 1 Select Setup > Wi-Fi.
connected to a Wi‑Fi network. 2 Select the toggle switch to enable Wi‑Fi technology, if
Active Weather: Allows you to view current weather conditions necessary.
and weather forecasts using the Garmin Connect app or 3 Select Add Network.
when connected to a Wi‑Fi network.
4 Select a wireless network from the list and enter the
password, if necessary.
Connected Feature Requirements
Some features require a smartphone and a specific app on your
smartphone.
1 The device receives phone notifications from a paired iOS phone directly, and
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through the Garmin Connect app on an Android™ phone.
6 Connected FeaturesThe device stores the network information and connects 3 Complete one or more actions:
automatically when you return to this location. • To view different areas of the map, select , , , or .
• To zoom in and out of the map, select and .
Connect IQ Features
You can add Connect IQ features to your device from Garmin ®
Navigating with the Compass
and other providers using the Connect IQ Mobile app. You can When navigating to a destination, points to your destination,
customize your device with data fields, widgets, and apps. regardless of the direction you are moving.
Data Fields: Allow you to download new data fields that present 1 Begin navigating to a destination (Navigating to a
sensor, activity, and history data in new ways. You can add Destination, page 7).
Connect IQ data fields to built-in features and pages. 2 Select Compass.
Widgets: Provide information at a glance, including sensor data 3 Turn until points toward the top of the compass, and
and notifications. continue moving in that direction to the destination.
Apps: Add interactive features to your device, such as new
outdoor and fitness activity types. Stopping Navigation
Select FIND > Stop Navigation.
Downloading Connect IQ Features
Before you can download features from the Connect IQ app, you Waypoints
must pair your GPSMAP 66i device with your smartphone Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device.
(Pairing a Smartphone with Your Device, page 6). Waypoints can mark where you are, where you are going, or
1 From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the where you have been. You can add details about the location,
Connect IQ app. such as name, elevation, and depth.
2 If necessary, select your device. You can add a .gpx file that contains waypoints by transferring
3 Select a Connect IQ feature. the file to the GPX folder (Transferring Files to Your Device,
page 18).
4 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Creating a Waypoint
Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your
You can save your current location as a waypoint.
Computer
1 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable. 1 Select MARK.
2 Go to apps.garmin.com, and sign in. 2 If necessary, select a field to make changes to the waypoint.
3 Select a Connect IQ feature, and download it. 3 Select Save.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions. Navigating to a Waypoint
1 Select FIND > Waypoints.
Viewing Connect IQ Widgets
1 Select . 2 Select a waypoint.
2 Select or to scroll through the widgets. 3 Select Go.
By default, your route to the waypoint appears as a straight,
Garmin Explore colored line on the map.
The Garmin Explore website and mobile app allow you to plan Editing a Waypoint
trips and use cloud storage for your waypoints, routes, and 1 Select Waypoint Manager.
tracks. They offer advanced planning both online and offline,
allowing you to share and sync data with your compatible 2 Select a waypoint.
Garmin device. You can use the mobile app to download maps 3 Select an item to edit, such as the name.
for offline access, and then navigate anywhere without using 4 Enter the new information, and select Done.
your cellular service.
You can download the Garmin Explore app from the app store Deleting a Waypoint
on your smartphone, or you can go to explore.garmin.com. 1 Select Waypoint Manager.
2 Select a waypoint.
Navigation 3 Select MENU > Delete.
Waypoint Averaging
Navigating to a Destination You can refine a waypoint location for more accuracy. When
1 Select FIND. averaging, the device takes several readings at the same
location and uses the average value to provide more accuracy.
2 Select a category.
3 Select a destination. 1 Select Waypoint Manager.
4 Select Go. 2 Select a waypoint.
Your route appears as a magenta line on the map. 3 Select MENU > Average Location.
5 Navigate using the map (Navigating with the Map, page 7) 4 Move to the waypoint location.
or compass (Navigating with the Compass, page 7). 5 Select Start.
Navigating with the Map 6 Follow the on-screen instructions.
1 Begin navigating to a destination (Navigating to a 7 When the confidence status bar reaches 100%, select Save.
Destination, page 7). For best results, collect four to eight samples for the waypoint,
2 Select Map. waiting at least 90 minutes between samples.
A blue triangle represents your location on the map. As you
travel, the blue triangle moves and displays your path.
Navigation 7Projecting a Waypoint 6 Select QUIT to save the route.
You can create a new location by projecting the distance and
bearing from a marked location to a new location.
Navigating a Saved Route
1 Select FIND > Routes.
1 Select Waypoint Manager.
2 Select a route.
2 Select a waypoint.
3 Select Go.
3 Select MENU > Project Waypoint.
By default, your route appears as a straight, colored line on
4 Enter the bearing, and select Done. the map.
5 Select a unit of measure. Viewing the Active Route
6 Enter the distance, and select Done. 1 While navigating a route, select Active Route.
7 Select Save. 2 Select a point in the route to view additional details.
Moving a Waypoint on the Map Editing a Route
1 Select Waypoint Manager. You can add, remove, or rearrange points on a route.
2 Select a waypoint. 1 Select Route Planner.
3 Select MENU > Move Waypoint. 2 Select a route.
4 Select a location on the map. 3 Select Edit Route.
5 Select Move. 4 Select a point.
Finding a Location Near a Waypoint 5 Select an option:
1 Select Waypoint Manager. • To view the point on the map, select Review.
2 Select a waypoint. • To change the order of the points on the route, select
3 Select MENU > Find Near Here. Move Up or Move Down.
4 Select a category. • To insert an additional point on the route, select Insert.
The list displays locations near the selected waypoint. The additional point is inserted before the point you are
editing.
Setting a Waypoint Proximity Alarm • To remove the point from the route, select Remove.
You can add a proximity alarm for a waypoint. Proximity alarms
6 Select QUIT to save the route.
alert you when you are within a specified range of a particular
location. Viewing a Route on the Map
1 Select Waypoint Manager. 1 Select Route Planner.
2 Select a waypoint. 2 Select a route.
3 Select MENU > Set Proximity. 3 Select View Map.
4 Enter the radius. Viewing the Elevation Plot of a Route
When you enter an area with a proximity alarm, the device 1 Select Route Planner.
sounds a tone.
2 Select a route.
Adding a Waypoint to a Route 3 Select Elevation Plot.
1 Select Waypoint Manager.
Editing the Name of a Route
2 Select a waypoint. You can customize the name of a route to make it distinct.
3 Select MENU > Add to Route. 1 Select Route Planner.
4 Select a route. 2 Select a route.
Repositioning a Waypoint to Your Current Location 3 Select Change Name.
You can change the position of a waypoint. For example, if you 4 Enter the new name.
move your vehicle, you can change the location to your current
position. Reversing a Route
1 Select Waypoint Manager. You can switch the start and end points of your route to navigate
the route in reverse.
2 Select a waypoint.
1 Select Route Planner.
3 Select MENU > Reposition Here.
The waypoint location changes to your current location.
2 Select a route.
3 Select Reverse Route.
Routes Deleting a Route
A route is a sequence of waypoints or locations that leads you to 1 Select Route Planner.
your final destination.
2 Select a route.
Creating a Route 3 Select Delete Route.
1 Select Route Planner > Create Route > Select First Point.
2 Select a category. Recordings
3 Select the first point in the route. Your device records your path as an activity. Activities contain
information about points along your recorded path, including
4 Select Use. time, location, and elevation for each point.
5 Select Select Next Point to add additional points to the
route.
8 NavigationRecording Settings Navigating a Saved Activity
Select Setup > Recording. 1 Select FIND > Recorded Activities.
Record Method: Sets the recording method. The Auto option 2 Select an activity.
records points at a variable rate to create an optimum 3 Select Go.
representation of your path. You can also record points at
specific time or distance intervals. Deleting a Saved Activity
Interval: Sets the recording rate. Recording points more 1 Select Recorded Activities.
frequently creates a more-detailed path, but fills the recording 2 Select an activity.
log faster.
3 Select MENU > Delete.
Auto Pause: Sets the device to stop recording your path when
you are not moving. Reversing an Activity
Auto Start: Sets the device to start a new recording You can switch the start and end points of your activity to
automatically when the previous recording ends. navigate the activity in reverse.
Activity Type: Sets the default activity type for the device. 1 Select Recorded Activities.
Advanced Setup: Enables you to open additional recording 2 Select an activity.
settings (Advanced Recording Settings, page 9). 3 Select MENU > Copy Reversed.
Advanced Recording Settings Creating a Track from a Saved Activity
Select Setup > Recording > Advanced Setup. You can create a track from a saved activity. This allows you to
Output Format: Sets the device to save the recording as a FIT share your track wirelessly with other compatible Garmin
or a GPX/FIT file (File Types, page 18). The FIT option devices.
records your activity with fitness information that is tailored for 1 Select Recorded Activities.
the Garmin Connect application and can be used for
navigation. The FIT and GPX option records your activity as 2 Select an activity.
both a traditional track that can be viewed on the map and 3 Select MENU > Save as Track.
used for navigation, and as an activity with fitness
information.
GPX Auto Archive: Sets an automatic archive method to Weather
organize your recordings. Recordings are saved and cleared Your GPSMAP 66 device can receive weather information using
automatically. two different services. You can receive weather for your current
Trip Recording: Sets a trip recording option. location.
Recorded Data Reset: Sets a reset option. The Activity and Active Weather: While your GPSMAP 66i device is connected
Trip option resets the recording and trip data when you finish to your smartphone or to a Wi‑Fi network and has an active
the active recording. The Prompted option prompts you to internet connection, it can receive detailed weather
select the data to reset. information from the internet. This feature provides a four-day
forecast and live graphical weather maps.
Viewing the Current Activity
inReach Weather: You can receive weather information through
By default, the device automatically starts recording your path your inReach subscription. Your device can send an inReach
as an activity when it is turned on and has acquired satellite message to request basic, premium, or marine weather
signals. You can pause and start recording manually. forecasts. You can receive weather forecasts for your current
1 Select Recording Controls. location, a waypoint, GPS coordinates, or a location you
2 Select and to view an option: choose on the map.
• To control the current activity recording, select .
• To view data fields for the activity, select .
Requesting an inReach Weather Forecast
For the best results, you should ensure your device has a clear
• To view the current activity on the map, select . view of the sky when you request an inReach weather forecast.
• To view the elevation plot for the current activity, select . Your device can send a message to request a basic, premium,
Navigating Using TracBack ® or marine weather forecast using your inReach subscription.
You can receive weather forecasts for your current location, a
While recording, you can navigate back to the beginning of your
waypoint, GPS coordinates, or a location you choose on the
activity. This can be helpful when finding your way back to camp
map. Weather forecasts incur data charges or additional
or the trail head.
charges on your inReach subscription. For more information
1 Select Recording Controls. about the different types of forecasts and the associated costs,
2 Select to switch to the map tab. go to garmin.com/manuals/inreachweather.
3 Select TracBack. 1 Select inReach Weather > New Forecast.
The map displays your route with a magenta line, start point, 2 If necessary, select Forecast Type, and select a Basic or
and end point. Premium weather forecast.
4 Navigate using the map or the compass. 3 If necessary, select Location, and select a location.
By default, the device requests weather for your current
Stopping the Current Activity location.
1 From the main pages, select ENTER > Stop.
4 If necessary, select Marine to request a marine weather
2 Select an option: forecast.
• To resume recording, select Resume. NOTE: For best results, you should only request a marine
• To save the activity, select . forecast for a location away from shore and over a large body
• To delete the activity and reset the trip computer, select of water. Marine forecasts are not available for land locations
. or inland lakes.
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