Getting StartedWARNINGSee the Important Safety and Product Information guide in theproduct box for product warnings and other importantinformation.Device OverviewÀ Internal GPS/GLONASS antennaÁ Keys Power keyà Mini-USB port (under weather cap)Ä MCX connector for GPS antenna (under weather cap)Å microSD™ card slot (under batteries)Æ Battery compartmentÇ Mounting spineÈ Battery cover D-ringNOTE: The MCX connector is included on GPSMAP 64s andGPSMAP 64st models only.Battery InformationWARNINGThe temperature rating for the device may exceed the usablerange of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at hightemperatures.Do not use a sharp object to remove batteries.CAUTIONContact your local waste disposal department to properlyrecycle the batteries.NOTICEAlkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity asthe temperature decreases. Use lithium batteries whenoperating the device in below freezing conditions.Installing the NiMH Battery PackThe device operates using the optional NiMH battery pack(purchased separately) or two AA batteries (Installing Batteries).1 Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove thecover.2 Locate the battery pack À.3 Insert the battery pack, observing polarity.4 Gently press the battery pack into place.5 Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise.Charging the Battery PackNOTICETo prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the mini-USB port, theweather cap, and the surrounding area before charging orconnecting to a computer.Do not attempt to use the device to charge a battery that wasnot provided by Garmin®. Attempting to charge a battery thatwas not provided by Garmin can damage the device and voidthe warranty.Before you can connect the straight connector of the USB cableto your device, you may have to remove optional mountaccessories.NOTE: The battery will not charge when outside thetemperature range of 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C).You can charge the battery using a standard wall outlet or aUSB port on your computer.1 Pull up the weather cap À from the mini-USB port Á.2 Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB port.3 Plug the USB end of the cable into the AC adapter or acomputer USB port.4 Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.When you connect the device to a power source, the deviceturns on.5 Charge the battery completely.Installing BatteriesThe handheld device operates using two AA batteries (notincluded). Use NiMH or lithium batteries for best results.1 Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove thecover.2 Insert two AA batteries, observing polarity.2