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C Printed in Taiwan Introduction Learning to Use Your New eTrex On Your Mark. . . The eTrex is easy to learn to operate and use for many practical navigation applications. Understanding button operation and display screen conventions will take only a few minutes and you can begin basic navigation with just a little instruction. To get the most practical use from your new eTrex, take the time to read through this Owner's Manual to understand the operating features of the unit. This manual has been designed to provide all that you need to know to operate your eTrex. eTrex Registration Help us to better support you by completing your on-line registration today! Why should you register your eTrex purchase? · Notification of Product Updates · Notification of New Products Connect to our web site (www.garmin.com) and look for the Product Registration link on the home page. If your eTrex contains an 8-digit serial number, it can be found inside the battery compartment. Thanks for choosing the Garmin eTrex. If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the eTrex you can visit our web site (www.garmin.com) or contact our Customer Service Department: M-F, 8:00-5:00 CST (except holidays) at 1-800-800-1020. 1 Introduction Table of Contents Introduction.............................................................. 1-8 Registration .................................................................... 1 Warnings and Cautions .................................................. 3 FCC Compliance Statement ........................................... 4 Features.......................................................................... 5 Buttons........................................................................... 6 Description..................................................................... 7 Accessories ..................................................................... 8 Installing the Batteries .................................................... 8 Getting Started ....................................................... 9-17 Satellite Page Basics ...................................................... 10 Map Page Basics ........................................................... 11 Navigation Page Basics ................................................. 12 Main Menu Page Basics ................................................ 13 Creating a Waypoint..................................................... 14 Heading in the Right Direction..................................... 16 Cancelling a GOTO...................................................... 17 Reference ............................................................... 18-41 Map Page Options ........................................................ 19 Navigation Page Options .............................................. 20 Main Menu .................................................................. 21 Mark Waypoint Page .................................................... 22 Waypoints Page ............................................................ 23 Review Waypoint Page ................................................. 24 Routes .......................................................................... 27 Tracks........................................................................... 30 Setup Menu.................................................................. 33 Appendices ............................................................ 42-51 Appendix A: Specifications........................................... 42 Appendix B: What is GPS? ........................................... 43 Appendix C: Satellite Reception Tips............................ 44 Appendix D: Time Offset Chart .................................... 45 Appendix E: Wiring Diagram ....................................... 46 Appendix F: Troubleshooting ....................................... 47 Appendix G: FAQs ....................................................... 48 Appendix H: Index....................................................... 49 Warranty .................................................................... 52 2 Introduction WARNING: If you choose to use the eTrex in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the eTrex to secure the GPS unit so that it will not cause damage or personal injury in the event of an accident. Do not mount the eTrex over airbag panels or in a place where the driver or passengers are likely to have an impact with it in an accident or collision. WARNING: If you choose to use the eTrex in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibility of the operator of the vehicle to operate the vehicle in a safe manner, maintain full surveillance of all driving conditions at all times, and never become distracted by the eTrex to the exclusion of safe operating practices. It is unsafe to operate the eTrex while you are driving. Failure by the operator of a vehicle equipped with an eTrex to pay full attention to operating the vehicle and road conditions while the vehicle is in motion could result in an accident or collision with property damage and personal injury. CAUTION: IT IS THE USER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT PRUDENTLY. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED TO BE USED ONLY AS A TRAVEL AID AND MUST NOT BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE REQUIRING PRECISE MEASUREMENT OF DIRECTION, DISTANCE, LOCATION, OR TOPOGRAPHY. CAUTION: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the government of the United States, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Although the eTrex is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. CAUTION: Electronics are protected if immersed, but the battery compartment may get wet. Make sure the batteries and compartment are dry before using. 3 Warnings and Cautions Remove the batteries from your eTrex if you don't expect to use it for several months. Be sure to observe the proper polarity when inserting batteries. Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions on the proper care and handling of the batteries. Introduction FCC Compliance Statement The eTrex complies with Part 15 of the FCC limits for Class B digital devices. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instance. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to other equipment, try to correct the problem by relocating the equipment. Consult an authorized Garmin dealer or other qualified service technician if the problem cannot be corrected. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device cannot cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The eTrex does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should be made only by an authorized Garmin service center. Unauthorized repairs can void the warranty. California's Proposition 65 WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. This Notice is being provided in accordance with California's Proposition 65. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please refer to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65. 4 Introduction The eTrex is a six ounce, 12 channel, hand held GPS receiver. It has a built-in GPS antenna and only five user-buttons. All buttons are located on either side of the unit, allowing for simple, one-handed operation that won't obstruct your view of the display. It runs for 22 hours on two AA alkaline batteries in `Battery Save' mode. In addition to determining your location, the eTrex will create, name and save a location (as an electronic waypoint) in its memory, allowing you to navigate back to this point any time you want. And once you start moving, your GPS provides other data, like speed, direction of movement, time and distance to destination, and more. From these basic features, your Garmin GPS can provide one more critical benefit; peace of mind, because, with GPS you'll know where you are, where you've been and where you're going. And since you'll always know the way back home, you can concentrate on what you set out to do and enjoy the great outdoors. Other features include: Waypoints: Tracks: 500 with name and graphic symbol. Automatic track log; 10 saved tracks let you retrace your path in both directions. Route lets you navigate up to 50 waypoints in sequence. Current speed, average speed, maximum speed, direction of movement, bearing, elevation, time of sunrise/sunset, trip timer and trip odometer. A page displaying the best times for hunting and fishing at a chosen location and date. A page displaying sun and moon rise and set by date and location. eTrex Features NOTE: You should always be prepared and capable of navigating without the eTrex. It is designed to augment other forms of basic navigation, not entirely replace them. Route: Trip Computer: Hunt and Fish: Sun and Moon: 5 Introduction eTrex Buttons Operating the eTrex is as simple as pressing a button! The UP/DOWN Buttons: · Select options on pages and menus · Adjust display contrast on Satellite Page · Zoom in and out on Map Page · Cycle through trip data on Navigation Page The ENTER Button: · Confirms data entry or menu selections · Displays options on main pages · Pressing and holding the ENTER button activates the Mark Waypoint Page The PAGE Button: · Switches between pages and moves you out of pages. If you start to do something and you don't want to continue, you can stop by pressing the PAGE Button. The POWER Button: · Turns the unit on and off · Turns the display backlight On and Off 6 Introduction Internal GPS Antenna eTrex Description PAGE Button UP Button DOWN Button POWER Button ENTER Button LCD Display (with backlight) External Power and Data Connector Waterproof Case Slot for Carry Lanyard Insertion. Battery Compartment 7 Introduction Accessories Standard Accessories Lanyard Attaches to a slot on the bottom of the unit for convenient carrying. Owner's Manual Auto Power Adapter - Converts 12VDC output from the lighter to 3VDC input to the eTrex. Not interchangeable with power adapters for Garmin VHF 720, 725, and 725e, or GPS 170, 175, 190, and 195. Quick Start Guide Optional Accessories Carrying Case Protects the eTrex when not in use. (Not shown) Belt Clip Assembly Allows easy access to the eTrex when clipped on a belt. (Not shown) Holster Allows easy access to the eTrex when clipped on a belt. (Not shown) Automotive Mounting Bracket Can be temporarily or permanently mounted on the dash. (Not shown) Auto Power Adapter Provides eTrex operation from an automobile cigarette lighter. Bicycle Mounting Kit PC Data Cable Allows for transfer of data from a PC to an eTrex. (Not shown) Data Cable Wiring harness. Connections for data input/output. (Not shown) PC Interface Cable with Auto Power Adapter Bicycle Moun ...