Garmin GPS V Reference Manual

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33Goto and RoutesReferenceUsing Goto or RoutesThe GPS V gives you several options to select a destination:FIND—Use the FIND key as described on pages 26-32. Once you have selectedthe desired location, use the on-screen ‘Goto’ button that appears on the informationpage for the desired location to navigate to that location. This is the easiest method forselecting a destination and is ideal for shorter routes.Automatic Routes—This is essentially the same as using the FIND key, as describedabove, but starts from the Main Menu’s Routes option (see page 51). Once you haveselected the desired location and displayed an information page, use the on-screen‘Goto’ button to navigation to that location.Manual Routes—To create a manual route, you enter each point in the route, start-ing with your departure point, then any interim locations and, finally, your destination.Manual routing is best suited for longer routes, especially when travelling from city tocity via interstate or U.S. highways.To Start a New Route:1. Press the MENU key twice to view the Main Menu.2. Use the ROCKER KEYPAD to highlight ‘Routes’ and press ENTER.3. Use the ROCKER KEYPAD to select ‘New’ and press ENTER.4. A pop-up window with ask for the desired route type. Use the ROCKER KEYPAD toselect the desired route type and press ENTER.Use the following steps for automatic or manual routes, as desired. For more infor-mation on automatic routes, refer to the FIND key instructions on pages 26-32.Methods for Selecting your Destination:FIND KeyMain Menu | RoutesAutomatic RoutesManual RoutesYou can use the Main Menu’s ‘Routes’ selec-tion to create a new route. Use the ROCKERKEYPAD to highlight the on-screen ‘New’button and press ENTER.List of Saved Routes