G etting S tarted > U nit O verview Initializing the GPS Receiver The first time you turn on your GPSMAP 60CSx, the GPS receiver must collect satellite data and establish its current location. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 60CSx is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find itself” anywhere on Earth. To receive satellite signals, you must be outdoors and have a clear view of the sky. 3. Press and release the PAGE key until the Map Page appears. You are now ready to begin GPS aided navigation. You can also observe a sky view array of the satellites overhead with your location centered in the array.
The outer circle represents the horizon and the inner circle a position 45 degrees from the horizon. The numbers shown indicate the number assigned to each satellite. A bar graph at the bottom of the page shows the strength of signals from each satellite. To initialize your GPSMAP 60CSx: 1. Press and hold the POWER key to turn on the The outer GPSMAP 60CSx. circle represents the horizon. 2. Hold the unit in front of you with the top tilted upward. While the GPS receiver is searching for the satellite signals, a “Locating Satellites” message is replaced by an “Acquiring Satellites” message until enough signals are acquired to fix its location.
The inner circle is a location 45 degrees from Heading bug indicates your direction of movement the horizon. Strength of each satellite When the receiver has signals from at least three satellites, the display at the top of the page changes to indicate position accuracy and location coordinates. signal If the unit cannot get a satellite fix, a list of solutions appears. Select an appropriate solution and press ENTER to continue. GPSMAP 60CSx Owner’s Manual 5 . 5 m . i e