Garmin GPSMAP 66 User Manual

2
Select Search Area, and enter the country, region, or city.
3
Select Number, and enter the house number.
4
Select Street Name, and enter the street.
Connected Features
Connected features are available for your GPSMAP 66 series
device when you connect the device to a wireless network or a
compatible smartphone using Bluetooth technology. Some
features require you to install the Garmin Connect Mobile app or
Garmin Explore
™
app on your smartphone. Go to garmin.com
/apps for more information.
Phone notifications: Displays phone notifications and
messages on your GPSMAP 66 series device.
LiveTrack: Allows friends and family to follow your activities in
real time. You can invite followers using email or social
media, allowing them to view your live data on a Garmin
Connect tracking page.
GroupTrack: Allows you to keep track of your connections
using LiveTrack directly on the screen and in real time.
Activity uploads to Garmin Connect: Automatically sends
your activity to your Garmin Connect account as soon as you
finish recording the activity.
Connect IQ
™
: Allows you to extend your device features with
widgets, data fields, and apps.
Garmin Explore: The Garmin Explore app syncs and shares
waypoints, tracks, and routes with your device. You can also
download maps to your smartphone for offline access.
Software Updates: Allows you to update your device software.
EPO Downloads: Allows you to download an extended
prediction orbit file to quickly locate GPS satellites and
reduce the time it takes to get an initial GPS fix.
Live Geocache Data: Provides paid or subscription-free
services to view live geocache data from
www.geocaching.com.
Weather: Allows you to view current weather conditions and
weather forecasts. You can also view weather radar on the
map.
Bluetooth sensors: Allows you to connect Bluetooth
compatible sensors, such as a heart rate monitor.
Connected Feature Requirements
Some features require a smartphone and a specific app on your
smartphone.
Feature Connected to a Paired
Smartphone with the
Garmin Connect
Mobile App
Connected to a
Wi‑Fi
®
Network
Activity uploads to
Garmin Connect
Yes Yes
Software updates Yes Yes
EPO downloads Yes Yes
Live geocache data Yes Yes
Weather Yes Yes
Phone notifications Yes* No
Connect IQ Yes No
LiveTrack Yes No
GroupTrack Yes No
BirdsEye Direct
imagery
No Yes
*The device receives phone notifications from a paired iOS
®
phone directly, and through the Garmin Connect Mobile app on
an Android
™
phone.
Pairing a Smartphone with Your Device
1
Bring your compatible smartphone within 10 m (33 ft.) of your
device.
2
From the main menu on your device, select Setup >
Bluetooth.
3
On your compatible smartphone, enable Bluetooth
technology, and open Garmin Connect or Garmin Explore.
4
Follow the on-screen instructions in Garmin Connect or
Garmin Explore to pair your device.
Phone Notifications
Phone notifications require a compatible smartphone to be
paired with the GPSMAP 66 device. When your phone receives
messages, it sends notifications to your device.
Viewing Phone Notifications
Before you can view notifications, you must pair your device with
your compatible smartphone.
1
Select > Notifications.
2
Select a notification.
Hiding Notifications
By default, notifications appear on the device screen when they
are received. You can hide notifications to prevent them from
appearing.
Select Setup > Bluetooth > Notifications > Hide.
Managing Notifications
You can use your compatible smartphone to manage
notifications that appear on your GPSMAP 66 device.
Select an option:
• If you are using an Apple
®
smartphone, use the
notifications settings on your smartphone to select the
items to show on the device.
• If you are using a smartphone with Android, from the
Garmin Connect Mobile app, select Settings > Smart
Notifications.
Connecting to a Wireless Network
1
Select Setup > Wi-Fi.
2
If necessary, select the toggle switch to enable Wi‑Fi
technology.
3
Select Add Network.
4
Select a wireless network from the list and enter the
password, if necessary.
The device stores the network information and connects
automatically when you return to this location.
Connect IQ Features
You can add Connect IQ features to your device from Garmin
and other providers using the Connect IQ Mobile app. You can
customize your device with data fields, widgets, and apps.
Data Fields: Allow you to download new data fields that present
sensor, activity, and history data in new ways. You can add
Connect IQ data fields to built-in features and pages.
Widgets: Provide information at a glance, including sensor data
and notifications.
Apps: Add interactive features to your device, such as new
outdoor and fitness activity types.
Downloading Connect IQ Features
Before you can download features from the Connect IQ Mobile
app, you must pair your GPSMAP 66 device with your
smartphone.
1
From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the
Connect IQ Mobile app.
Connected Features 7

Garmin GPSMAP 66 Specifications

General

Manual	Yes
Cables included	USB
Built-in speaker(s)	-
Supported radio bands	Not supported
Storage media type	Flash
Compatible memory cards	MicroSD (TransFlash)
Internal storage capacity	16 GB
Operating temperature (T-T)	-20 - 45 °C
Display diagonal	3 \
Battery type	AA
Power source type	Battery
Number of batteries supported	2
Lifetime map updates	Roads change, but with Lifetime Map Updates your map will always be up to date. Start fresh every few months by downloading a new edition of the industry's most accurate map. New editions are issued four times per year.
Form factor	Handheld
Product color	Black
International Protection (IP) code	IPX7
Routes quantity	250
Tracks quantity	20000
Number of waypoints	10000
Traffic Message Channel (TMC)	No

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	163 mm
Width	62 mm
Height	35 mm
Weight	230 g

Summary

Introduction to GPSMAP 66

Device Overview and Components

Identifies physical parts, ports, and key features of the GPSMAP 66 device.

Battery Management and Charging

Covers battery installation, charging, maximizing life, and storage for the device.

Powering On and Basic Operation

Instructions for turning the device on, adjusting backlight, and initial setup.

Keys and Main Page Navigation

Explains the function of device keys and introduction to navigating main pages.

Navigation and Waypoints

Navigating to Destinations

Step-by-step guide to setting and starting navigation to a chosen location.

Map and Compass Navigation

Explains how to use the map and compass displays during navigation.

Waypoint Management

Covers creating, editing, deleting, and managing saved locations on the device.

Route Planning and Navigation

Guides on creating, saving, and navigating custom routes composed of multiple waypoints.

Activity Recording and Analysis

Recording Settings and Methods

Configures how the device records activity data, including track points and auto-pause.

Managing Recorded Activities

Instructions for viewing, saving, deleting, and reversing recorded activities.

TracBack Feature

Enables retracing a recorded path back to the starting point.

Connected Features and Connectivity

Smartphone Pairing and Notifications

Guides on connecting the device to a smartphone via Bluetooth for feature access and notifications.

Wireless Network Setup

Steps for connecting the device to Wi-Fi networks for updates and data transfer.

Connect IQ Customization

Explains how to customize the device with apps, widgets, and data fields from Connect IQ.

Customizing Device Settings

Setup Menu and Core Settings

Overview of the main setup categories for device configuration.

Display and Appearance Settings

Adjusts screen brightness, color modes, and other visual appearance settings.

System, Satellite, and Interface

Configures system-wide options like satellite systems, language, and serial interfaces.

Time, Profiles, and Units

Manages time formats, custom activity profiles, and units of measure.

Geocaching Operations

Finding and Downloading Geocaches

Instructions for finding, loading, and searching for geocaches on the device.

Geocache List Filtering

Guides on filtering geocache lists and creating custom filter settings.

Logging Geocache Finds

Process for logging finds, misses, or maintenance required for geocaches.

Device Information and Care

Software Updates and Garmin Express

Instructions for updating device software and maps using Garmin Express.

Data Management and Memory Cards

Covers file types, installing memory cards, and transferring data to/from the device.

Device Cleaning and Maintenance

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the physical condition of the device.

Appendix and Troubleshooting

Data Fields Glossary

Details the meaning and usage of various data fields available on the device.

Troubleshooting and Device Restart

Provides steps for resolving common issues and restarting the device.

About Heart Rate Zones

Explains the concept of heart rate zones for fitness tracking and performance measurement.