personal navigator® Foretrex 101 TM owner's manual © Copyright 2004­2006 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 E 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062 U.S.A. Tel. 913/397.8200 Fax. 913/397.8282 Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey, SO51 9DL, U.K. Tel. 44/0870.8501241 Fax. 44/0870.8501251 Garmin Corporation No. 68, Jangshu 2nd Road, Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan Tel. 886/2.2642.9199 Fax. 886/2.2642.9099 All rights reserved. Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded, or stored in any storage medium for any purpose without prior written consent of Garmin. 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Garmin®, AutoLocate®, Personal Navigator®, MapSource®, TracBack®, and BlueChart® are registered trademarks and PanTrackTM and ForetrexTM are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries and may not be used without the express permission of Garmin. February 2006 Part Number 190-00360-00 Rev. B Printed in Taiwan Thank you for choosing the Garmin Foretrex 101. To get the most from your new Foretrex 101, read through the Quick Start Guide first, then this Owner's Manual to understand all of the operating features. The Quick Start Guide describes the process of navigating the Main Pages and the Option Menus, along with some basic unit operations to familiarize you with your new Foretrex 101 right out of the box. Read the Quick Start Guide first. This Owner's Manual describes the Main Pages of the Foretrex 101 and their options in detail. While the Owner's Manual provides some direction on how to select and change items, its main intention is to describe each Main Page, Option Menu, and feature in detail. This manual is organized into the following sections: The Introduction chapter provides care information and the Table of Contents. The Overview chapter provides basic information about the Foretrex 101. The Main Pages chapter provides information on each of the six Main Pages, listed in the same order as viewed on the unit. The section for each page provides an overview that discusses the page, how it functions, and step-by-step instructions for using the page and its features. The Main Menu chapter provides information on each page in the Main Menu: Waypoints, Tracks, Routes, and Setup. The section for each page provides an overview that discusses the page, how it functions, and step-by-step instructions for using the page and its features. The Appendix includes additional information about the Foretrex 101 The Index provides keywords and the pages on which they appear. Introduction About This Manual Standard Package Contents: 1 Foretrex 101 Unit 1 Strap Extension 1 Wrist Strap 1 Owner's Manual 1 Quick Start Guide Check to see that your package includes the items listed above. If any parts are missing, contact your Garmin dealer immediately. i Introduction Care Information Cleaning the Unit and Wrist Strap The Foretrex 101 is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Clean the unit using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution and then wipe dry. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic components. The wrist strap should be hand washed with mild detergent in warm or hot water. Blot dry then air dry. Do not machine wash. Storing the Foretrex 101 Do not store the Foretrex 101 where prolonged exposure to temperature extremes may occur (such as in the trunk of a car) as permanent damage may result. User information, such as waypoints and routes will be retained in the unit's memory without the need for battery power. Immersing the Unit in Water The Foretrex 101 is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the unit. After submersion, be certain to wipe and air dry the unit (including the battery compartment) before reuse or charging. To resolve problems that cannot be remedied using this guide, contact Garmin Product Support in the U.S.A. at 800/800.1020 or Garmin Europe at 44/1794.519944. ii Introduction.............................i Care Information .......................................ii Cleaning the Unit and Wrist Strap ........... ii Storing the Foretrex 101 ......................... ii Immersing the Unit in Water ................... ii Table of Contents .....................................iii Getting Started .........................................1 Foretrex 101 Overview ............................ 1 Using the Buttons .................................... 2 Using the Wrist Strap .............................. 3 Installing Batteries ................................... 5 Turning on the Foretrex 101.................... 6 Using the Main Pages .............................. 7 Switching Between the Main Pages .......... 7 Satellite Page ............................................8 Using the Satellite Page ........................... 8 Using the Satellite Page Options .............. 8 Adjusting the Backlighting and Contrast . 9 Map Page .................................................10 Using the Map Page ............................... 10 Map Page Options ................................. 10 Navigation Page ......................................13 Using the Navigation Page ..................... 13 Navigation Page Options ....................... 13 Overview ................................1 Trip Computer ..........................................14 Using the Trip Computer....................... 14 Trip Computer Options ......................... 14 Timer Page ...............................................15 Displaying the Timer Page ..................... 15 Setting the Timer ................................... 15 Using the Timer Page ............................ 17 Introduction Table of Contents Main Menu Pages .................18 Main Menu Page ......................................18 Main Menu Page Basics ......................... 18 Waypoints Menu Page .............................19 Waypoints Menu Page ........................... 19 Marking a Waypoint ............................. 21 Editing a Waypoint................................ 21 Review Waypoint Page .......................... 24 Projecting a Waypoint ........................... 26 Hunting and Fishing Information .......... 27 Sun and Moon Information ................... 28 Tracks Menu Page ....................................29 Using the Tracks Menu Page .................. 29 Using the Track Log .............................. 30 Pan Options .......................................... 30 Using the Setup Track Page ................... 31 Using Saved Tracks................................ 31 Track Page Options ............................... 33 Main Pages .............................8 iii Introduction Table of Contents Routes Menu Page ...................................34 Using the Routes Menu Page ................. 34 Creating a Route .................................... 34 Using the Route Page............................. 35 Deleting All Routes ................................ 36 Route Setup ........................................... 37 Route Setup Options ....................... 37 Editing a Route...................................... 38 Navigating a Route ................................ 40 Setup Menu: Set Timer ............................41 Using the Setup Menu ........................... 41 Set Timer Page....................................... 41 Setting the Timer ............................. 42 Expired and Interval Timer Tones ... 43 Setup Menu: Set Time..............................44 Set Time Page ........................................ 44 Time Zone ....................................... 44 Daylight Savings Time ..................... 45 Setup Menu: Set Display .........................46 Set Display Page .................................... 46 Light Timeout ................................. 46 Contrast .......................................... 46 Setup Menu: Set Units .............................47 Set Units Page ....................................... 47 Position Format ............................... 47 Map Datums.................................... 48 Distance/Speed, Elevation, and Vertical Speed ..................... 49 Defaults ........................................... 49 Setup Menu: Set Heading ........................50 Set Heading Page ................................... 50 North Reference .............................. 50 Setup Menu: Set Interface .......................51 Set Interface Page .................................. 51 Setup Menu: Set System..........................52 Set System Page ..................................... 52 GPS Mode ....................................... 53 Owner Info ..................................... 53 Appendix ..............................54 Specifications ..........................................54 Optional Accessories ............................. 54 Physical ................................................. 54 Performance .......................................... 54 Power .................................................... 54 Data Field Options...................................55 Compliance, License, and Warranty Information .................57 FCC Compliance ................................... 57 Software License Agreement .................. 58 Product Registration .............................. 58 Limited Warranty .................................. 59 Safety Information ..................................61 Index .....................................62 iv Foretrex 101 Overview Your small, rugged, and waterproof Foretrex 101 unit is perfect for easily maneuvering from one waypoint to the next. With handy and convenient wrist-strap design, the powerful Foretrex 101 allows you to store up to 500 waypoints and 20 routes in the unit's memory, while also providing built-in WAAS capability. In addition, the Foretrex 101 boasts a customizable trip computer, 10,000 track points, as well as PanTrack TM and TracBack®. With an optional PC Interface Cable, you can connect your Foretrex 101 to your computer to transfer waypoints and routes between MapSource and your unit. Refer to the MapSource User's Guide and MapSource Help File for complete information. The images below describe the buttons and some features of your Foretrex 101. Strap spring bars Back View (without strap) Overview Getting Started Built-in GPS Antenna PC Interface Cable Connector under weather cap Front View LCD Display (with Backlight) Battery Cover Serial Number Speaker POWER GOTO BACKLIGHT PAGE ENTER MARK DOWN UP 1 Overview Getting Started Using the Buttons POWER GOTO PAGE ENTER/ MARK DOWN UP The POWER button: · Press and hold to turn unit on and off · Press and release to turn display backlight on and off The GOTO button: · Press to initiate a Goto (navigate to a specific destination/waypoint) The PAGE button: · Press to switch between the Main Pages · Press to back out or escape out of the present page or screen, or · Press to `undo' the most recent action on a page The ENTER/MARK button: · Press to confirm data entry or menu selection · Press and hold to mark a waypoint The UP/DOWN buttons: · Highlight options on pages and menus · Adjust display contrast on the Satellite Page · Zoom out (UP) and in (DOWN) on Map Page 2 Using the Wrist Strap The Foretrex 101 has been designed to comfortably fit your wrist. For best performance, wear the Foretrex 101 like a watch, with the top face of the unit oriented towards the sky. A strap extension provides additional length and easily attaches to the existing strap. To fasten the Foretrex 101 to your wrist: 1. With the strap open, place the Foretrex 101 on your wrist. 2. Slide the end of the strap through the connector. 3. Adjust to fit comfortably and secure the strap. Do not adjust too tightly around your wrist as this may restrict blood circulation. Overview Getting Started To add the strap extension: 1. Slide the end of the existing strap through the connector on the extension. 2. Place the Foretrex 10 ...