Calibrate the compass in your new Garmin GPSMap 78 series marine gps @ GPSCity
Summary
TLDRThis video tutorial from GPS City demonstrates how to calibrate the compass on the GPS Map 78s series. It guides viewers through the calibration process, starting with accessing the compass screen and navigating through the menu to select calibration. The user is instructed to perform specific rotations of the device, with prompts to hit 'enter' after each step. Once calibration is complete, viewers are shown how to use the compass effectively. For more details and purchasing options, viewers are directed to GPS City, known as 'the GPS experts.'
Takeaways
- π§ Access the compass screen on the GPS Map 78s series by pressing the Page button.
- π Open the calibration menu by pressing the Menu button and selecting 'Calibrate Compass'.
- π Follow on-screen instructions to begin the calibration process.
- π Rotate the GPS unit in the specified direction until you hear a beep.
- β‘οΈ Press Enter after each step to proceed through the calibration instructions.
- π Continue rotating the unit as prompted for full calibration.
- β A successful calibration is confirmed with a completion message.
- π To use the compass, simply rotate the device and observe the moving arrow.
- π‘ Calibration ensures accurate directional readings from the compass.
- π For further assistance and to purchase the GPS device, visit GPS City.
Q & A
What is the first step to calibrate the compass in the GPS Map 78 series?
-The first step is to go to the compass screen by pressing the page button until the compass appears in the middle.
How do you access the calibration menu for the compass?
-To access the calibration menu, press the menu button once to bring up a submenu, and then select 'Calibrate Compass' and hit enter.
What should you do after selecting 'Calibrate Compass'?
-After selecting 'Calibrate Compass', follow the on-screen instructions, starting by slowly turning the unit in the direction shown.
What indicates that the first rotation is complete during calibration?
-The device will beep once the first rotation is complete, prompting you to hit enter to proceed to the next step.
What is the next step after the initial rotation during the calibration process?
-The next step requires you to rotate the device fully again in a specified manner as shown on the screen.
How do you know when the calibration process is successfully completed?
-Calibration is considered successful when the final rotation is completed, and the device indicates that you can start using the compass.
What should you do to use the compass after calibration?
-To use the compass after calibration, simply rotate the unit, and you will see the arrow move accordingly.
Where can you find more information or purchase the GPS Map 78 series?
-For more information or to purchase the GPS Map 78 series, visit GPS City, referred to as the GPS experts.
Is there a specific order of rotation required during calibration?
-Yes, during calibration, you must follow the specific rotation instructions as indicated on the screen for each step.
What benefit does calibrating the compass provide?
-Calibrating the compass ensures accurate readings and functionality, allowing users to navigate effectively.
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