Using the Status Bar

At the top of each page, the status bar provides status information for several unit features.

Status Bar

The Battery Power icon () shows the remaining battery power. The Auxiliary Power icon () or Cable Connection icon () appears when the unit is plugged in to an external or USB power source.

Satellite signal status is shown when searching for or acquiring satellites (), when a 2D fix () is attained and when a 3D fix () is attained.

The Backlight icon () appears when the backlight is on. The Backlight is off when you turn the unit on. The Backlight uses a significant amount of battery power.

Getting Started

On-Screen Messages

When a significant event in the operation of the unit occurs, an on-screen message appears to advise you of the occurrence. In each case the condition is described and often a remedy provided. Press ENTER to acknowledge the message and close the window.

On-Screen Messages

GPSMAP 76Cx Owner’s Manual

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