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Q. My GPS 76/GPSMAP76 displays the wrong date. How can I change it?

A. If an incorrect date is displayed, performing the master reset described below will correct the problem. Note: The incorrect date displayed on these units does not affect navigation.

Master Reset
Warning: The Master Reset sequence will delete all routes, user waypoints, and tracks from memory.
1. With power off, press and hold QUIT and MENU, and then press POWER.
2. Release all three buttons after 5-10 seconds when the welcome page is displayed
3. Memory is now clear.
4. Place the unit outside with a clear view of the sky until satellites are acquired (The unit will display "3D GPS Location.") Confirm that the Year is displayed correctly on the Satellite Status page after satellite acquisition. Date and time will be displayed in UTC (Universal Time Coordinated) and usually will not match local time until the Time Zone is configured in Setup.

Prevention
This problem may recur if the GPS 76 or GPSMAP 76 is stored without batteries. Recurrence can be prevented with an update to the latest software. Software updates are available for free download for the GPS 76 and the GPSMAP 76.

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