oregon 650 getting to next coordinates and geo caching overseas

[+Dora the Explorer!]

When I am out doing a multi cache, i put in the next set of coordinates. Then all i get is a line showing on the map to the next co ordinates. How do i get the gps to show me how far it is or put a compass on the gps like it does on the geo cache dashboard.

 

I am going to thailand and malaysia sshortly. What sort of map do i need to download? Will a street map do?

[+kunarion]

When I am out doing a multi cache, i put in the next set of coordinates. Then all i get is a line showing on the map to the next co ordinates. How do i get the gps to show me how far it is or put a compass on the gps like it does on the geo cache dashboard.

When navigating to a waypoint (after you press Go and you see that line on the map), switch to the Compass. There should be a "dashboard" at the top with four data fields, and if not, long-press the dashboard and select "Small Data Fields". Short-press each data field. In the first, select Navigation/"Waypoint at Destination". In the 2nd, select Navigation/"Distance to Next". The last two may be "Location of Destination" and "Time of Day", but try some fields and see what you like. For reference, you can see a small data field dashboard on the compass screen, near the bottom of this page: http://www.letsgomob.../garmin-dakota/

 

If you prefer just one big distance indicator on the Compass screen, long-press the dashboard and select "Large Data Field", then short-press and select Navigation/"Distance to Next". You'll see the compass for bearing, and the distance.

 

The "Geocaching Dashboard" looks cool, but is not practical for many caching purposes (especially Multis). I have the "Small Data Fields" on map and compass screens, and populate those dashboards with the four most useful items for each screen.

Edited May 17, 2015 by kunarion

[+Dora the Explorer!]

Thanx heapz for the reply. Have ttried it 9 and works great.