FAQ - Garmin GPS units

Help info for Garmin GPS units

How do I update the software on my Garmin handheld device using a computer?
Garmin often releases updates for devices to improve performance, correct bugs or add new features. The internal operating system software is separate fro...
Wed, 22 Feb, 2023 at 3:57 PM
How do I delete the preloaded geocaches on my GPSMAP 64, eTrex Touch, Montana 600 GPS?
The GPSMAP 64, eTrex Touch series and new Montana 610 / 650 devices come preloaded with 250,000 geocaches from Geocaching.com. If you do not want these geo...
Wed, 22 Feb, 2023 at 4:00 PM
How do I perform a master reset on my Garmin eTrex Touch?
There are a few instances in which it will be necessary to perform a master reset on the eTrex Touch, including the following: Not receiving a satell...
Wed, 22 Feb, 2023 at 4:05 PM
How do I perform a Master Reset on my Gar Oregon 700 Series?
There are a few instances in which it will be necessary to perform a master reset on the Oregon 700 series, including the following: Not receivi...
Wed, 22 Feb, 2023 at 4:31 PM
Add Start Up message for New Generation Garmin Outdoors units
Start Up message for New Generation Garmin Outdoors units It’s useful to have a personalised welcome message in the start up routine on your device; i...
Wed, 22 Feb, 2023 at 4:33 PM
How do I use Garmin Connect LiveTrack with my Garmin outdoor handheld unit?
Several outdoor handheld devices have the LiveTrack feature which allows you to share your activity, in real-time, with friends and family through email, F...
Wed, 22 Feb, 2023 at 4:45 PM
How to pair your Garmin Oregon 700 series to Garmin Connect on a phone?
The Oregon 700 series can be paired with a compatible smartphones. Pairing the device to a compatible smartphone enables Bluetooth connected features such ...
Thu, 23 Feb, 2023 at 3:09 PM
Garmin eTrex Touch 35 - Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter Your device was already calibrated at the factory, and the device uses automatic calibration by default. You can...
Thu, 23 Feb, 2023 at 3:14 PM
Which is the best - Garmin or Satmap?
Comparing some Garmin units against the SatMap Active 20 GPS Device. You can watch a video comparing the the units here. Buy and learn from...
Wed, 1 Mar, 2023 at 2:16 PM
Review - Garmin GPSMAP66s
We have a video review that takes a look at the Garmin GPSMAP66s, You can watch it here. We also have a great Walk & Talk video that shows the GPSMa...
Wed, 1 Mar, 2023 at 2:22 PM