Garmin 01842 LOW POWER TRANSMITTER (2400-2483.5 MHz) User Manual USERS MANUAL 2

Garmin International Inc LOW POWER TRANSMITTER (2400-2483.5 MHz) USERS MANUAL 2

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USERS MANUAL 2

eTrex®owner’s manualfor use with models 10, 20, 30
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eTrex Owner’s Manual 3Table of ContentsTable of ContentsGetting Started ........................5Device Overview............................5Using the eTrex Keys ....................6Battery Information ........................7Turning the Device On or Off .........8Satellite Signals .............................8Registering Your Device ................8Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks ......................................9Waypoints ......................................9Using Sight ‘N Go ........................10Where To? Menu ......................... 11Routes .........................................12Tracks ..........................................14Navigation .............................16Navigating to a Destination..........16Map..............................................16Compass .....................................17Elevation Plot...............................19Trip Computer ..............................20Geocaches ............................21Downloading Geocaches.............21Filtering the Geocache List ..........21Navigating to a Geocache ...........22Logging the Attempt.....................22chirp™ ..........................................23Applications ..........................24Sharing Data................................24Setting a Proximity Alarm ............24Calculating the Size of an Area ...25Using the Calculator ....................25Viewing the Calendar and Almanacs ..................................25Setting an Alarm ..........................26Opening the Stopwatch ...............26Satellite Page ..............................26Customizing Your Device ....28Customizing the Main Menu ........28Customizing Specic Pages ........28Proles.........................................29System Settings...........................30Display Settings ...........................30
4 eTrex Owner’s ManualTable of ContentsSetting the Device Tones .............31Map Settings................................31Tracks Settings ............................32Changing the Units of Measure ...33Time Settings ...............................33Position Format Settings .............33Heading Settings .........................34Altimeter Settings ........................34Geocaching Settings ...................35Routing Settings ..........................36Marine Map Settings....................37Fitness .........................................38Resetting Data .............................38Changing the Page Sequence.....39Device Information ...............40Adjusting the Screen ...................40Updating the Software .................40Viewing Device Information .........40Specications ..............................41About the Batteries ......................41Caring for the Device ...................42Data Management .......................43Appendix ...............................46Optional Accessories ...................46Data Field Options .......................47Troubleshooting ...........................52Index ......................................54
eTrex Owner’s Manual 5Getting StartedGetting Started‹ WARNINGSee the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.When using your device the rst time, you should complete these tasks to set up the device and get to know the basic features.1. Install the batteries (page 7).2. Turn on the device (page 8). 3. Acquire satellites (page 8).4. Register the device (page 8).5. Mark a waypoint (page 9).6. Create a route (page 12).7. Record a track (page 14).8. Navigate to a destination (page 16).9. Calibrate the compass (page 17).Device Overview➊➎➍➌➋➊Zoom keys➋Back key➌Thumb Stick™➍Menu key➎/Backlight key
6 eTrex Owner’s ManualGetting Started➏➒➑➐➏Mini-USB port (under weather cap)➐Battery cover➑Battery cover locking ring➒Mounting spineUsing the eTrex Keys• Move the Thumb Stick up, down, left, and right to highlight menu selections or to move around the map.• Press the center of the Thumb Stick to select the highlighted item.• Press back to move back one step in the menu structure.• Press menu to display a list of commonly-used functions for the current page. Press menu twice to access the main menu from any page.• Press ▲ and ▼ to zoom in and out on the map.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 7Getting StartedBattery Information‹ WARNINGThe temperature rating for the device (-4°F to 158°F, or -20 to 70°C) may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at high temperatures.notice Alkaline batteries lose a signicant amount of their capacity as temperature decreases. Therefore, use lithium batteries when operating the device in below-freezing conditions.Installing AA BatteriesThe device operates on two AA batteries. You can use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries. Use NiMH or lithium batteries for best results.1. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the cover.2. Insert the batteries, observing polarity.3. Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise.4. Hold .5. Select Setup > System > Battery Type.6. Select Alkaline, Lithium, or Rechargeable NiMH.
8 eTrex Owner’s ManualGetting StartedTurning the Device On or OffHold .Satellite SignalsAfter the device is turned on, it begins acquiring satellite signals. The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite signals. When the GPS bars on the backlight page (page 40) are solid green, your device has acquired satellite signals. The time and date are set automatically based on the GPS position.For more information about GPS, go to http://www.garmin.com/aboutGPS.Registering Your Device• Go to http://my.garmin.com. • Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 9Waypoints, Routes, and TracksWaypoints, Routes, and TracksWaypointsWaypoints are locations you record and store in the device.Creating a WaypointYou can save your current location as a waypoint.1. Select Mark Waypoint.2. Select an option:• To save the waypoint without changes, select Done.• To make changes to the waypoint, select an item to edit, and select Done.Finding a Waypoint1. Select Where To? > Waypoints.2. Select a waypoint.Editing a WaypointBefore you can edit a waypoint, you must create a waypoint.1. Select Waypoint Manager.2. Select a waypoint.3. Select an item to edit.4. Enter the new information.5. Select Done.Deleting a Waypoint1. Select Waypoint Manager.2. Select a waypoint. 3. Select menu > Delete > Yes.
10 eTrex Owner’s ManualWaypoints, Routes, and TracksIncreasing the Accuracy of a Waypoint LocationWaypoint averaging allows you to increase the accuracy of a waypoint location by collecting multiple samples of the waypoint location. 1. Select Waypoint Averaging.2. Select a waypoint. 3. Move to the location. 4. Select Start. 5. When the Sample Condence status bar reaches 100%, select Save. For best results, collect four to eight samples for the waypoint, waiting at least 90 minutes between samples.Using Sight ‘N GoSight ‘N Go is available on the eTrex 30. You can point the device at an object in the distance, lock in the direction, and then navigate to the object.1. Select Sight ‘N Go.2. Point the device at an object or in the direction of a location.3. Select Lock Direction > Project Waypoint. 4. Select a unit of measure. 5. Enter the distance to the object, and select Done > Save.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 11Waypoints, Routes, and TracksWhere To? MenuYou can use the Where To? menu to nd a destination to navigate to. Not all Where To? categories are available in all areas and maps. Additional MapsYou can use additional maps on the eTrex 20 and eTrex 30, such as BirdsEye™ satellite imagery, BlueChart® g2, TOPO, and City Navigator® detailed maps. Detailed maps may contain additional points of interest, such as restaurants or marine services. For more information, go to http://buy.garmin.com or contact your Garmin dealer. Finding a Location by NameDepending on the maps loaded on your device, you can search for cities, geographic points, and various points of interest (POIs), such as restaurants, hotels, and auto services.1. Select Where To?.2. Select a category.3. Select menu > Spell Search.4. Enter all or part of the name, and select Done.Finding a Location Near Another Location1. Select Where To? > menu > Search Near.2. Select an option.3. If necessary, select a location.
12 eTrex Owner’s ManualWaypoints, Routes, and TracksFinding an AddressYou can use optional City Navigator maps to search for addresses. 1. Select Where To? > Addresses.2. If necessary, enter the country or state.3. Enter the city or postal code.NOTE: Not all map data provides postal code searching.4. Select the city.5. Enter the house number.6. Enter the street.RoutesA route is a sequence of waypoints that leads you to your nal destination. Creating a Route1. Select Route Planner > Create Route > Select First Point.2. Select a category.3. Select the rst point in the route.4. Select Use > Select Next Point.5. Repeat steps 2–4 until the route is complete.6. Select back to save the route.Editing the Name of a Route1. Select Route Planner.2. Select a route.3. Select Change Name.4. Enter the new name.5. Select Done.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 13Waypoints, Routes, and TracksEditing a Route1. Select Route Planner.2. Select a route. 3. Select Edit Route.4. Select a point.5. Select an option:• To view the point on the map, select Review.• To change the order of the point on the route, select Move Down or Move Up.• To add an additional point on the route, select Insert.The additional point is inserted before the point you are editing.• To remove the point from the route, select Remove.6. Select back to save the route.Viewing a Route on the Map1. Select Route Planner.2. Select a route.3. Select View Map.Deleting a Route1. Select Route Planner.2. Select a route.3. Select Delete Route.Viewing the Active Route1. While navigating a route, select Active Route. 2. Select a point in the route to view additional details.Reversing a Route1. Select Route Planner.2. Select a route.3. Select Reverse Route.
14 eTrex Owner’s ManualWaypoints, Routes, and TracksTracksA track is a recording of your path. The track log contains information about points along the recorded path, including time, location, and elevation for each point.Recording Track Logs1. Select Setup > Tracks > Track Log.2. Select Record, Do Not Show or Record, Show On Map.If you select Record, Show On Map, a line on the map indicates your track.3. Select Record Method.4. Select an option:• To record tracks at a variable rate that creates an optimum representation of your tracks, select Auto.• To record tracks at a specied distance, select Distance.• To record tracks at a specied time, select Time.5. Select Record Interval.6. Complete an action:• Select an option to record tracks more or less often.NOTE: Using the Most Often interval provides the most track detail, but lls up the device memory quicker.• Enter a time or distance, and select Done.As you move with the device turned on, a track log is created.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 15Waypoints, Routes, and TracksSaving the Current TrackThe track being recorded is called the current track.1. Select Track Manager > Current Track.2. Select what you want to save:• Select Save Track.• Select Save Portion, and select a portion.Viewing Track Information1. Select Track Manager.2. Select a track.3. Select View Map.The beginning and the end of the track are marked by ags.4. Select menu > Review Track.Information about the track is listed.Viewing the Elevation Plot of a Track1. Select Track Manager.2. Select a track.3. Select Elevation Plot.Archiving a Saved TrackYou can archive saved tracks to save memory space.1. Select Track Manager.2. Select a saved track.3. Select Archive.Clearing the Current TrackSelect Setup > Reset > Clear Current Track > Yes.Deleting a Track1. Select Track Manager.2. Select a track.3. Select Delete > Yes.
16 eTrex Owner’s ManualNavigationNavigationYou can navigate a route, a track, to a waypoint, to a geocache, or to any saved location in the device. You can use the map (page 16) or compass (page 17) to navigate to your destination.Navigating to a DestinationYou can navigate to a destination using the map or compass.1. Select Where To?.2. Select a category.3. Select a destination. 4. Select Go.The map page opens with your route marked with a magenta line.5. Navigate using the map (page 16) or compass (page 17).Stopping NavigationSelect Where To? > Stop Navigation.Map represents your location on the map. As you travel, moves. When you are navigating to a destination, your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. To customize the map settings, see page 31. To customize the map dashboard and data elds, see page 28.Browsing the Map1. Select Map.2. Select one or more options:• Use the Thumb Stick to pan the map to view different areas. • Select ▲ and ▼ to zoom in and out of the map.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 17Navigation• Select a location on the map, and the bar at the top of the screen shows information about the selected location.Navigating a Driving RouteDriving route navigation is only available on the eTrex 20 and eTrex 30. Before you can use the map, you must purchase and load City Navigator maps. If you plan to use an auto mount accessory with the device, you must also purchase and install the mount in your vehicle.1. Select Prole Change > Automotive.2. Use the map to navigate to the destination. 3. Follow the turns in the text bar along the top of the map.CompassThe eTrex 30 has a 3-axis, electronic compass. You can use a bearing pointer or a course pointer to navigate to your destination.TIP: When the device is using the automotive prole, the compass displays GPS heading, not magnetic heading.Calibrating the CompassnoticeCalibrate the electronic compass outdoors. To improve heading accuracy, do not stand near objects that inuence magnetic elds, such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines.
18 eTrex Owner’s ManualNavigationYou should calibrate the compass after moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes, or changing the batteries.1. Select Compass > menu > Calibrate Compass > Start.2. Follow the on-screen instructions.Navigating with the Bearing PointerWhen navigating to a destination, points to your destination, regardless of the direction you are moving. 1. Begin navigation to a destination (page 16).2. Select Compass.3. Turn until points toward the top of the compass, and continue moving in that direction to the destination.About the Course PointerThe course pointer is most useful if you are navigating on water or where there are no major obstacles in your path.➋➊➍➌The course pointer ➊ indicates your relationship to a course line ➋ leading to the destination. The course line to your destination is based on your original starting point. As you drift from the intended course to the destination, the course deviation indicator ➌ (CDI) provides the indication of drift (right or left) from the course.The scale ➍ refers to the distance
eTrex Owner’s Manual 19Navigationbetween dots on the course deviation indicator.Navigating with the Course PointerBefore you can navigate with the course pointer, you must change the pointer setting to Course (CDI) (page 34).1. Begin navigation to a destination (page 16).2. Select Compass.3. Use the course pointer to navigate to the destination (page 18).Elevation PlotElevation plotting is available on the eTrex 30.By default, the elevation plot displays the elevation for an elapsed time. To customize the elevation plot, see page 34.Select Elevation Plot.Changing the Plot TypeYou can change the elevation plot to display pressure and elevation over time or distance.1. Select Elevation Plot > menu > Change Plot Type. 2. Select an option. Viewing Details about a Point on the PlotSelect an individual point on the plot.Details about the point appear at the top of the plot.Resetting the Elevation PlotSelect Elevation Plot > menu > Reset > Clear Current Track > Yes.
20 eTrex Owner’s ManualNavigationCalibrating the Barometric AltimeterYou can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know the correct elevation or the correct barometric pressure.1. Go to a location where the elevation or barometric pressure is known.2. Select Elevation Plot > menu > Calibrate Altimeter.3. Follow the on-screen instructions.Trip ComputerThe trip computer displays your current speed, average speed, maximum speed, trip odometer, and other helpful statistics.To customize the trip computer, see page 28.Resetting the Trip DataFor accurate information, reset the trip information before beginning a trip. Select Trip Computer > menu > Reset > Reset Trip Data > Yes. All of the trip computer values are set to zero.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 21GeocachesGeocachesA geocache is like a hidden treasure. Geocaching is when you hunt for hidden treasures using GPS coordinates posted online by those hiding the geocache.Downloading Geocaches1. Connect your device to a computer (page 44).2. Go to www.OpenCaching.com. 3. If necessary, create an account.4. Sign in.5. Follow the on-screen instructions to nd and download geocaches to your device.Filtering the Geocache ListYou can lter your geocache list based on certain factors, such as the level of difculty.1. Select Geocaches > menu > Apply Filter > Quick Filter.2. Select items to lter. 3. Select an option:• To apply the lter to the geocache list, select Search. • To save the lter, select back.Creating and Saving a Geocache FilterYou can create and save custom lters for geocaches based on specic factors you select. After you set up the lter, you can apply it in the geocaches list.1. Select Setup > Geocaches > Filter Setup > Create Filter.
22 eTrex Owner’s ManualGeocaches2. Select items to lter. 3. Select an option:• To apply the lter to the geocache list, select Search. • To save the lter, select back.After it is saved, the lter is automatically named. You can access the custom lter from the geocaches list. Editing a Custom Geocache Filter1. Select Setup > Geocaches > Filter Setup.2. Select a lter. 3. Select an item to edit.Navigating to a Geocache1. Select Geocaches.2. Select a geocache.3. Select Go.4. Navigate using the map (page 16) or compass (page 17).Logging the AttemptAfter you have attempted to nd a geocache, you can log your results. 1. Select Geocaches > menu > Log Attempt. 2. Select Found, Did Not Find, or Needs Repair.3. Select an option:• To begin navigation to a geocache nearest you, select Find Next Closest.• To end the logging, select Done.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 23Geocaches• To enter a comment about looking for the cache or the cache itself, select Add Comment, enter a comment, and select Done.chirp™ chirp programming and searching is available on the eTrex 30. A chirp is a small Garmin accessory that you can program and leave in a geocache. Only the owner of the chirp can program a chirp, but anyone can nd a chirp in a geocache. For more information about programming a chirp, see the chirp Owner’s Manual at http://www.garmin.com.Enable chirp Searching1. Select Setup > Geocaches.2. Select chirp™ Searching > On.Finding a Geocache with a chirp1. Select Geocaches > menu > Show chirp™ Details.2. Begin navigating to a geocache (page 22). When you are within 33 feet (10 m) of the geocache that contains a chirp, details about the chirp appear. 3. If available, select Go to navigate to the next stage of the geocache.
24 eTrex Owner’s ManualApplicationsApplicationsSharing DataThe eTrex 30 can share information wirelessly. Your device can send or receive data when connected to another compatible device. You can share waypoints, geocaches, routes, and tracks.Sending and Receiving Data WirelesslyBefore you can share data wirelessly, you must be within 10 feet (3 m) of a compatible Garmin device.1. Select Share Wirelessly.2. Select Send or Receive.3. Follow the on-screen instructions.Setting a Proximity AlarmProximity alarms alert you when you are within a specied range of a particular location.1. Select Proximity Alarms.2. Select Create Alarm.3. Select a category.4. Select a location.5. Select Use.6. Enter a radius.7. Select Done.When you enter a proximity alarm area, the device sounds a tone (eTrex 20/30).
eTrex Owner’s Manual 25ApplicationsCalculating the Size of an Area1. Select Area Calculation > Start.2. Walk around the perimeter of the area you want to calculate.3. Select Calculate when nished.Using the CalculatorThe device has a standard calculator and a degree calculator. 1. Select Calculator.2. Complete an action:• Use the standard calculator.• Select menu > Scientic to use the scientic calculator functions.• Select menu > Degrees to calculate degrees. Viewing the Calendar and AlmanacsYou can view device activity, such as when a waypoint was saved, almanac information for the sun and moon, and the best times for hunting and shing.1. Select an option: • To view device activity for specic days, select Calendar.• To view the sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset information, select Sun and Moon.• To view the predicted best times for hunting and shing, select, Hunt and Fish.2. If necessary, select ▲ or ▼ to view a different month.3. Select a day.
26 eTrex Owner’s ManualApplicationsSetting an AlarmIf you are not currently using the device, you can set the device to turn on at a specic time.1. Select Alarm Clock.2. Select the clock numbers to set the time, and select Done.3. Select Turn Alarm On.4. Select an option.The alarm sounds at the selected time. If the device is off at the alarm time, the device turns on and sounds the alarm.Opening the StopwatchSelect Stopwatch.Satellite PageThe satellite page shows your current location, GPS accuracy, satellite locations, and signal strength.Changing the Satellite View1. Select Satellite > menu.2. If necessary, select Track Up to change the view of the satellites to be oriented with your current track toward the top of the screen.3. If necessary, select Multicolor to assign a specic color to the satellite in the view and to the signal strength bar of that satellite (eTrex 20/30).Turning Off GPSSelect Satellite > menu > Use With GPS Off.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 27ApplicationsSimulating a LocationBefore you can simulate a location, you must turn off GPS (page 26).1. Select Satellite > menu > Use With GPS Off.2. Select menu > Set Location On Map.3. Select a location.4. Select Use.
28 eTrex Owner’s ManualCustomizing Your DeviceCustomizing Your DeviceCustomizing the Main MenuSelect menu > Change Item Order to change the item order on the main menu.Customizing Specic PagesData elds display information about your location or other specied data. Dashboards are a custom grouping of data that can be helpful to a specic or general task, such as geocaching.You can customize the data elds and dashboards of the map, compass, and trip computer.Enabling the Map Data Fields1. Select Map > menu > Setup Map > Data Fields.2. Select a number and style of data elds.Changing the Data FieldsBefore you can change the map data elds, you must enable them (page 28). 1. Select Map > menu > Change Data Fields.2. Select a data eld to customize.3. Select a data eld type.For data eld descriptions, see page 47.4. Select back to save the changes.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 29Customizing Your DeviceCustomizing Dashboards1. Open the page for which you want to customize the dashboard.2. Select an option:• From the map, select menu > Setup Map > Data Fields > Dashboard.• From the compass or trip computer, select menu > Change Dashboard.3. Select a dashboard.ProlesProles are collections of settings that optimize your device based on how you are using it. For example, your settings and views can be different when you are using the device for geocaching and for navigating on water.When you are using a prole and you change settings such as data elds or units of measurement, the changes are saved automatically as part of the prole.Selecting a Prole1. Select Prole Change. 2. Select a prole.Creating a Custom ProleYou can customize your settings and data elds for a particular activity or trip.1. Customize the settings as necessary (page 28).2. Customize the data elds as necessary (page 28).3. Select Setup > Proles.4. Select Create Prole > OK.
30 eTrex Owner’s ManualCustomizing Your DeviceEditing a Prole Name1. Select Setup > Proles.2. Select a prole.3. Select Edit Name. 4. Enter the new name.5. Select Done.Deleting a Prole1. Select Setup > Proles.2. Select a prole.3. Select Delete > Yes.System SettingsSelect Setup > System.• GPS—sets the GPS to Normal, WAAS/EGNOS (Wide Area Augmentation System/European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service), or Demo Mode (GPS off). For information about WAAS, go to http://www.garmin.com/aboutGPS/waas.html.• Language—sets the text language on the device. NOTE: Changing the text language does not change the language of user-entered data or map data, such as street names.• Battery Type—allows you to select the type of AA battery you are using.Display SettingsSelect Setup > Display.• Backlight Timeout—adjusts the length of time before the backlight turns off.NOTE: To adjust the backlight brightness, see page 40.• Colors (eTrex 20/30)—sets the colors that display in Night and Day mode. ◦ Mode—sets a light background (Day), a dark background
eTrex Owner’s Manual 31Customizing Your Device(Night), or automatically switches between the two based on the sunrise time and the sunset time for your current location (Auto). ◦ Day Background Color—sets the background image used in day mode. ◦ Day Highlight Color—sets the color for selections in day mode. ◦ Night Background Color—sets the background image used in night mode. ◦ Night Highlight Color—sets the color for selections in night mode.• Screen Capture—allows you to take screen captures on the device.Setting the Device TonesYou can customize tones for messages, keys, turn warnings, and alarms.1. Select Setup > Tones.2. Select a tone for each audible type.Map SettingsSelect Setup > Map.• Orientation—adjusts how the map is shown on the page. ◦ North Up—shows north at the top of the page. ◦ Track Up—shows your current direction of travel toward the top of the page. ◦ Automotive Mode—shows an automotive perspective with the direction of travel at the top.• Guidance Text—allows you to select when to show guidance text on the map.
32 eTrex Owner’s ManualCustomizing Your Device• Data Fields—selects the number and size of the data elds to display on the map. • Advanced Map Setup—sets the zoom levels, the text size, and the detail level of the map. ◦ Auto Zoom—automatically selects the appropriate zoom level for optimal use on your map. When Off is selected, you must zoom in or out manually. ◦ Zoom Levels—selects the zoom level for map items. ◦ Text Size—selects the text size for map items. ◦ Detail—selects the amount of detail shown on the map. Showing more detail may cause the map to redraw more slowly. ◦ Shaded Relief—shows detail relief on the map (if available) or turns off shading.• Map Information—allows you to enable or disable the maps currently loaded on the device. To purchase additional maps, see page 11.Tracks SettingsSelect Setup > Tracks.• Track Log—turns track recording on or off.• Record Method—selects a track recording method. Auto records the tracks at a variable rate to create an optimum representation of your tracks.• Recording Interval—selects a track log recording rate. Recording points more frequently creates a more-detailed track, but lls the track log faster.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 33Customizing Your Device• Auto Archive—selects an automatic archive method to organize your tracks. Tracks are saved and cleared automatically based on the user setting.• Color (eTrex 20/30)—changes the color of the track line on the map. Changing the Units of MeasureYou can customize units of measure for distance and speed, elevation, and pressure.1. Select Setup > Units. 2. Select a measurement type.3. Select a unit of measure for the setting.Time SettingsSelect Setup > Time.• Time Format—allows you to select a 12-hour or a 24-hour display time. • Time Zone—allows you to select the time zone for the device. You can select Automatic to set the time zone automatically based on your GPS position.Position Format SettingsNOTE: Do not change the position format or the map datum coordinate system unless you are using a map or chart that species a different position format.Select Setup > Position Format.• Position Format—sets the position format in which a given location reading appears.
34 eTrex Owner’s ManualCustomizing Your Device• Map Datum—sets the coordinate system on which the map is structured.• Map Spheroid—shows the coordinate system the device is using. The default coordinate system is WGS 84.Heading SettingsThis function is available on the eTrex 30. Select Setup > Heading.• Display—sets the type of directional heading on the compass.• North Reference—sets the north reference of the compass.• Go To Line (Pointer)—allows you to select how the course appears. ◦ Bearing (Small or Large)—sets the direction to your destination. ◦ Course (CDI)—the course deviation indicator displays your relationship to a course line leading to a destination.• Compass—switches from an electronic compass to a GPS compass when you are traveling at a higher rate of speed for a set period of time (Auto), or turns the compass off.• Calibrate Compass—page 17.Altimeter SettingsThis function is available on the eTrex 30.Select Setup > Altimeter.• Auto Calibration—allows the altimeter to self-calibrate each time you turn the device on.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 35Customizing Your Device• Barometer Mode ◦ Variable Elevation—allows the barometer to measure changes in elevation while you are moving. ◦ Fixed Elevation—assumes the device is stationary at a xed elevation. Therefore, the barometric pressure should change only due to weather.• Pressure Trending ◦ Save When Power On—records pressure data only when the device is turned on. This can be useful when you are watching for pressure fronts. ◦ Save Always—records pressure data every 15 minutes, even when the device is turned off. • Plot Type ◦ Elevation/Time—records elevation changes over a period of time. ◦ Elevation/Distance—records elevation changes over a distance. ◦ Barometric Pressure—records barometric pressure over a period of time. ◦ Ambient Pressure—records ambient pressure changes over a period of time.• Calibrate Altimeter—page 20.Geocaching SettingsSelect Setup > Geocaches.• Geocache List—allows you to display the geocache list by names or codes.
36 eTrex Owner’s ManualCustomizing Your Device• Found Geocaches—allows you to edit the number of geocaches found. This number automatically increases as you log a nd (page 22).• Filter Setup— page 21.• chirp™ Searching—page 23.• Program chirp™—programs the chirp accessory. See the chirp Owner’s Manual at http://www.garmin.com.Routing SettingsThe device calculates routes optimized for the type of activity you are doing. The routing settings available vary based on the activity selected. Select Setup > Routing.• Guidance Method—allows you to select a guidance method for calculating your route. ◦ Off Road—calculates point-to-point routes. ◦ On Road For Time (requires routable maps)—calculates on-road routes that require minimal time to drive. ◦ On Road For Distance (requires routable maps)— calculates on-road routes that are shorter in distance.• Calculate Routes for—allows you to select a transportation method in order to optimize your route.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 37Customizing Your Device• Lock On Road—locks the position icon, which represents your position on the map, onto the nearest road.• Off Road Transitions—available only for some activities. ◦ Auto—automatically routes you to the next point. ◦ Manual—allows you to select the next point on the route. ◦ Distance—routes you to the next point on the route when you are within a specied distance of your current point.• Avoidance Setup—(available only for some guidance methods) allows you to select the road type you want to avoid.Marine Map SettingsThis function is available on the eTrex 20 and eTrex 30.Select Setup > Marine.• Marine Chart Mode—allows you to select a nautical chart or a shing chart: ◦ Nautical—displays various map features in different colors so that the marine POIs are more readable. The nautical chart reects the drawing scheme of paper charts. ◦ Fishing—(requires marine maps) displays a detailed view of bottom contours and depth soundings. Simplies map presentation for optimal use while shing.• Appearance—allows you to set the appearance of marine navigation aids on the map.
38 eTrex Owner’s ManualCustomizing Your Device• Marine Alarm Setup ◦ Anchor Drag Alarm—alarm sounds when you exceed a specied drift distance while anchored. ◦ Off Course Alarm—alarm sounds when you are off course by a specied distance. ◦ Deep Water/Shallow Water—alarm sounds when you enter water of a specic depth.Setting up Marine Alarms1. Select Setup > Marine > Marine Alarm Setup.2. Select an alarm type.3. Select On.If necessary, enter a distance, then select Done.FitnessFor more information on optional tness accessories, see page 46.Resetting DataYou can reset trip data, delete all waypoints, clear the current track, or restore default values. 1. Select Setup > Reset.2. Select an item to reset.Restoring Specic Settings to Defaults1. Select Setup.2. Select an item to reset.3. Select menu > Restore Defaults.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 39Customizing Your DeviceRestoring Specic Page SettingsYou can restore the settings for the map, compass, and trip computer. 1. Open the page for which you will restore the settings.2. Select menu > Restore Defaults.Restoring All Default SettingsYou can reset all the setup values to the original settings. Select Setup > Reset > Reset All Settings > Yes.Changing the Page SequenceBefore you can change the order of the page sequence, you must add pages to the sequence (page 39).1. Select Setup > Page Sequence.2. Select a page.3. Select Move.4. Select the new page location.Adding a Page1. Select Setup > Page Sequence.2. Select Add Page.3. Select a page to add.Removing a Page1. Select Setup > Page Sequence.2. Select a page.3. Select Remove.
40 eTrex Owner’s ManualDevice InformationDevice InformationAdjusting the ScreenNOTE: The backlight brightness may be limited when the remaining capacity in the batteries is low.Extensive use of screen backlighting can signicantly reduce battery life. 1. While the device is on, press .2. Move the Thumb Stick left and right to adjust the brightness level.3. Move the Thumb Stick up and down to adjust the contrast level (eTrex 10 only).Adjusting the Backlight TimeoutYou can decrease the backlight timeout to maximize battery power.Select Setup > Display > Backlight Timeout.Updating the SoftwareBefore you can update the software, you must connect the device to your computer (page 44).1. Go to http://www.garmin.com/products/webupdater.2. Follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: Updating the software does not erase any of your data or settings.Viewing Device InformationYou can view the unit ID, software version, and license agreement.Select Setup > About.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 41Device InformationSpecicationsWater resistanceRugged plastic, waterproof to IEC 60529 IPX7Battery type 2 AA batteries, (alkaline, NiMH, lithium, or precharged NiMH)Battery Life Up to 25 hoursOperating temperaturerangeFrom -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)About the Batteries‹ WARNINGThe temperature rating for the device (page 41) may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at high temperatures.Do not use a sharp object to remove batteries.‹ CAUTIONContact your local waste disposal department to properly recycle the batteries. notice Alkaline batteries lose a signicant amount of their capacity as temperature decreases. Therefore, use lithium batteries when operating the device in below-freezing conditions.Maximizing Battery LifeYou can do various things to increase the battery life.• Leave the backlight off when not needed.• Lower the backlight brightness (page 40).• Decrease the backlight timeout (page 40).
42 eTrex Owner’s ManualDevice InformationLong-Term StorageWhen you do not plan to use the device for several months, remove the batteries. Stored data is not lost when batteries are removed.Caring for the DevicenoticeAvoid chemical cleaners and solvents which can damage plastic components.Cleaning the Device1. Dampen a clean cloth with a mild detergent solution.2. Wipe the device with the damp cloth.3. Thoroughly dry the device.Cleaning the Screen1. Dampen a soft, clean, lint-free cloth with water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass lens cleaner.2. Wipe the screen with the cloth.3. Thoroughly dry the screen.Water ImmersionnoticeThe device is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. However, prolonged submersion can cause damage to the device. After submersion, be certain to wipe dry and air dry the device before using or charging.Extreme TemperaturesnoticeDo not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur because it can cause permanent damage.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 43Device InformationData ManagementNOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows® 95, 98, Me, or NT. It is also not compatible with Mac® OS 10.3 and earlier. File TypesThe device supports these le types.• Files from BaseCamp™ or HomePort™Go to http://www.garmin.com.• GPI custom POI les from the Garmin POI Loader• GPX geocache lesInstalling a microSD CardThe eTrex 20 and eTrex 30 can use microSD cards for additional storage. Also, some maps are available preloaded on memory cards. Go to http://buy.garmin.com for more information.1. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the cover.2. Remove the batteries or battery. 3. Slide the card holder ➊ toward the bottom of the device and lift up, as instructed in the battery compartment.➊➋
44 eTrex Owner’s ManualDevice Information4. Place the microSD card ➋ in the device with the gold contacts facing down. 5. Close the card holder.6. Slide the card holder toward the top of the device to lock it.7. Replace the batteries (page 7).8. Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise.Connecting the Device to a Computer notice To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the mini-USB port, the weather cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer.1. Connect the USB cable to a USB port on your computer. 2. Pull up the weather cap ➊ from the mini-USB port ➋.➊➋3. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB port. Your device and memory card (optional) appear as removable drives in My Computer on Windows computers and as mounted volumes on Mac computers. Transferring Files to Your ComputerBefore you can transfer les, you must connect the device to your computer (page 44).1. Browse your computer for the le.2. Select the le.3. Select Edit > Copy.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 45Device Information4. Open the “Garmin” or memory card drive/volume.5. Select Edit > Paste. TIP: You must put geocache les in the Garmin\GPX folder.Deleting FilesnoticeIf you do not know the purpose of a le, do not delete it. Your device memory contains important system les that should not be deleted. Be especially cautious of folders entitled “Garmin.”Before you can delete les, you must connect the device to your computer (page 44).1. Open the “Garmin” drive or volume.2. If necessary, open a folder or volume.3. Select the les.4. Press the Delete key on your keyboard. Disconnecting the USB Cable1. Complete an action:• For Windows computers, click the eject icon in your system tray.• For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the Trash . 2. Disconnect the device from your computer.
46 eTrex Owner’s ManualAppendixAppendixOptional AccessoriesOptional accessories, such as mounts, maps, tness accessories, and replacement parts, are available at http://buy.garmin.com or from your Garmin dealer.Optional MapsYou can purchase additional maps, such as BirdsEye satellite imagery, Garmin custom maps, Inland Lakes, TOPO, BlueChart g2, and City Navigator maps.Optional Fitness AccessoriesFitness accessories are available for the eTrex 30. Before you can use the tness accessory with your device, you must install the accessory according to the instructions included with the accessory. You can use optional tness accessories including a heart rate monitor or a cadence sensor with your device. These accessories use ANT+™ wireless technology to send data to the device. Using Optional Fitness Accessories1. Bring the device within range (10 ft. or 3 m) of the ANT+ accessory.2. Select Setup > Fitness.3. Select Heart Rate Monitor or Bike Cadence Sensor.4. Select Search for New.5. Customize your data elds to view the heart rate or cadence data (page 28).
eTrex Owner’s Manual 47AppendixTips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin Device• Verify that the ANT+ accessory is compatible with your Garmin device.• Before you pair the ANT+ accessory with your Garmin device, move (33 ft. or 10 m) away from other ANT+ accessories.• Bring the Garmin device within range (10 ft. or 3 m) of the ANT+ accessory.• After you pair the rst time, your Garmin device automatically recognizes the ANT+ accessory each time it is activated. This process occurs automatically when you turn on the Garmin device and only takes a few seconds when the accessories are activated and functioning correctly.• When paired, your Garmin device receives data from only your accessory, and you can go near other accessories.Data Field OptionsNot all data elds are available for all models.Data Field DescriptionAccuracy of GPSThe margin of error for your exact location. For example, your GPS location is accurate to within +/- 12 ft.Ambient PressureThe uncalibrated environmental pressure.Ascent - AverageThe average vertical distance of ascent.Ascent - MaximumThe maximum ascent rate in feet or meters per minute.Ascent - Total The total elevation distance ascended.
48 eTrex Owner’s ManualAppendixData Field DescriptionBarometer The calibrated current pressure.Battery Level The remaining battery power.Bearing The direction from your current location to a destination.Cadence (cadence accessory required)Revolutions of the crank arm or strides per minute.Course The direction from your starting location to a destination.Descent - AverageThe average vertical distance of descent.Descent - MaximumThe maximum descent rate in feet or meters per minute.Descent - Total The total elevation distance descended.Distance to DestinationThe distance to your nal destination.Data Field DescriptionDistance to NextThe remaining distance to the next waypoint on the route.Elevation The altitude of your current location above or below sea level.Elevation - MaximumThe highest elevation reached.Elevation - MinimumThe lowest elevation reached.ETA at DestinationThe estimated time of day you will reach your nal destination.ETA at Next The estimated time of day you will reach the next waypoint on the route.Glide Ratio The ratio of horizontal distance traveled to the change in vertical distance.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 49AppendixData Field DescriptionGlide Ratio to Dest.The glide ratio required to descend from your current position and elevation to the destination elevation.GPS Signal StrengthThe strength of the GPS signal.Heading The direction you are moving.Heart Rate (heart rate monitor required)Your heart rate in beats per minute (bpm).Location (lat/lon)Displays the current position in the default position format regardless of the selected settings.Location (selected)Displays the current position in the selected position format.Data Field DescriptionOdometer A running tally of distance traveled for all trips.Off Course The distance to the left or the right by which you have strayed from the original path of travel.Pointer The data eld arrow points in the direction of the next waypoint or turn.Speed The current rate of speed at which you are moving since last reset.Speed - MaximumThe maximum speed reached since last reset.Speed - Moving Avg.The average speed of the device while moving since last reset.
50 eTrex Owner’s ManualAppendixData Field DescriptionSpeed - Overall Avg.Your average speed since last reset.Sunrise The time of sunrise based on your GPS position.Sunset The time of sunset based on your GPS position.Time of Day The current time of day based on your time settings (format, time zone, and daylight saving time).Time to DestinationThe estimated time needed to reach your nal destination.Time to Next The estimated time needed to reach the next waypoint on the route.To Course The direction in which you must move to return to the route.Data Field DescriptionTrip Odometer A running tally of the distance traveled since the last reset.Trip Time - MovingA running tally of time since the last reset.Trip Time - StoppedThe time spent not moving since the last reset.Trip Time - TotalA running tally of distance traveled since the last reset.Turn The angle of difference (in degrees) between the bearing to your destination and your current course. L means turn left. R means turn right.Velocity Made GoodThe speed at which you are closing on a destination along a route.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 51AppendixData Field DescriptionVert. Speed to Dest.The measurement of your rate of ascent or descent to a predetermined altitude.Vertical Speed Your rate of altitude gain or loss over time.Waypoint at Dest.The last point on a route to your destination.Waypoint at NextThe next point on your route.
52 eTrex Owner’s ManualAppendixTroubleshootingProblem SolutionThe device does not respond. How do I reset the device?1. Remove the batteries.2. Reinstall the batteries.NOTE: This does not erase any of your data or settings. I want to reset all the customized settings back to the factory defaults.Select Setup > Reset > Reset All Settings.My device does not acquire satellite signals.1. Take your device out of buildings and parking garages, and away from tall buildings and trees. 2. Turn on the device.3. Remain stationary for several minutes.The batteries do not last long.To learn how to maximize the battery life, see page 41.How do I know my device is in USB mass storage mode?On the device, an image of the device connected to a computer appears. On your computer, you should see a new removable disk drive in My Computer on Windows computers and a mounted volume on Mac computers.
eTrex Owner’s Manual 53AppendixProblem SolutionMy device is connected to the computer, but it will not go into mass storage mode.You may have loaded a corrupted le. 1. Disconnect the device from your computer. 2. Turn off the device.3. Hold while you connect the device to your computer. 4. Continue holding for 30 seconds or until the device goes into mass storage mode.I cannot see any new removable drives in my list of drives.If you have several network drives mapped on your computer, Windows may have trouble assigning drive letters to your Garmin drives. See the Help le for your operating system to learn how to assign drive letters.I need replacement parts or accessories.Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer.I want to buy an external GPS antenna.Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer.
54 eTrex Owner’s ManualIndexIndexAAA batteriesselecting the type 30accessories 46, 53tness 46acquiring satellite signals 52active route 13addresses 12advanced map setup 32alarmsclock 26marine 38proximity 24tones for 31almanachunting and shing 25sunrise and sunset 25altimetercalibrating 20plot type 35settings 34ANT+ accessories 46area calculation 25automotive mode 31auto mounts 17auto zoom 32Bbacklighttimeout 40barometer 19BaseCamp 43batteries 30, 48about 41information 7, 41installing 7life 41long term storage 42maximizing life 41selecting the type 7storage 7warnings 7BirdsEye satellite imagery 11BlueChart g2 maps 11Ccalculator 25calendar 25calibratingaltimeter 20compass 18caring for the device 42long-term storage 42chirp 23City Navigator maps 17compass 17calibrating 18navigating 18restore 39setup options 34connectingto another device 24USB cable 44wireless accessories 46course pointer 19creatingroutes 12waypoints 9customizingdata elds 28
eTrex Owner’s Manual 55Indexdevice settings 30–39proles 29Ddata elds 28options 47deletingles 45proles 30routes 13tracks 15waypoints 9displaybacklight timeout 30screen capture 30settings 30downloadinggeocaches 21software 40driving routes 37Eeditingproles 30routes 12waypoints 9elevation plot 19, 20barometric altimeter 20of a track 15Fle types 43ndingaddresses 12near your location 11shing times 25tness options 46Ggeocaches 21, 35downloading 21lter list 21logging attempt 22navigating to 22settings 35GPS signals 8, 26, 30, 47, 49, 52turning off 26Hheading settings 34HomePort 43hunting times 25Kkeys 5, 6Llanguage 30locking ring 6Mmain menucustomizing 28map 16, 17additional 11datum 34detail 32information 32optional 46restore 39setup 32viewing routes 13marine settings 37–38measuring area 25memory card 43microSD card 43moon phase 25
56 eTrex Owner’s ManualIndexmyGarmin 8Nnavigating 16driving routes 17to a geocache 22to waypoints 9with bearing pointer 18with course pointer 19north up 31Oorientation, map 31Ppages 39adding 39removing 39position format 33power key 8proles 29changing 29creating 29selecting 29proximity alarms 24Rrecording tracks 14, 32registering your device 8resettingall settings 52data 38device 52elevation plot 20restoring default settings 39routes 12–13active route 13avoidance 37creating 12deleting 13editing 13navigating 13settings 36Ssatellite signals 8, 26, 47, 49, 52system settings 30turning off GPS 26, 27savingtracks 15sharing data 24Sight N’ Go 10softwareupdating 40version 40stopwatch 26storing the device 42sunrise and sunset times 25, 50system settings 30Ttext size, maps 32timealarms 26data elds 50settings 33sunrise and sunset 25, 50zone 33tones 31
eTrex Owner’s Manual 57Indextracks 14–16archiving 15clearing current 15deleting 15proles 15recording 14, 32saving 15setup 32viewing 15track up 31transferring les 44using USB 44wirelessly 24trip computer 20restore 39troubleshooting 52Uunit ID 40units of measure 33updating software 40USB cable 52connecting 44disconnecting 45Wwaypoints 9–10averaging 10creating 9deleting 9editing 9navigating to 16WebUpdater 40Where To? 11Zzooming 32
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