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... i Product Registration i Contact Garmin i myGarmin i DC 30 Battery Warnings iv Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Installing the Batteries in the Astro 220 2 Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions 3 Turning the Astro 220 On 4 Charging the DC 30 4 Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals 5 Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass 6 Operating the Astro 220 6 Manual Conventions 7 On-Screen Messages 7 Dog Tracking 8 Communicating with the DC 30 8 Tracking a Dog 10 Main Menu...
... i Product Registration i Contact Garmin i myGarmin i DC 30 Battery Warnings iv Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Installing the Batteries in the Astro 220 2 Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions 3 Turning the Astro 220 On 4 Charging the DC 30 4 Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals 5 Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass 6 Operating the Astro 220 6 Manual Conventions 7 On-Screen Messages 7 Dog Tracking 8 Communicating with the DC 30 8 Tracking a Dog 10 Main Menu...
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... the unit within the following temperature range: from 32˚F to 77˚F (from children. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To purchase a replacement battery, see your jurisdiction prior to chew on a hot...ion battery may experience a shortened life span or may attempt to purchase and/or use. Garmin does not assume any responsibility for a limited length of time, store within the following ... 113˚F (from -20˚ to 40˚C). Alaska law prohibits guides from using GPS devices to 25˚C). • Do not operate the unit outside of the unit or...
... the unit within the following temperature range: from 32˚F to 77˚F (from children. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To purchase a replacement battery, see your jurisdiction prior to chew on a hot...ion battery may experience a shortened life span or may attempt to purchase and/or use. Garmin does not assume any responsibility for a limited length of time, store within the following ... 113˚F (from -20˚ to 40˚C). Alaska law prohibits guides from using GPS devices to 25˚C). • Do not operate the unit outside of the unit or...
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Unit Overview Power key LCD screen Keypad Getting Started Getting Started Belt clip button attachment Wrist strap attachment slot Battery compartment locking D-ring Battery compartment cover and access to the microSD™ card tray VHF antenna GPS antenna USB port (under weather cap) Battery charging port DC 30 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual
Unit Overview Power key LCD screen Keypad Getting Started Getting Started Belt clip button attachment Wrist strap attachment slot Battery compartment locking D-ring Battery compartment cover and access to the microSD™ card tray VHF antenna GPS antenna USB port (under weather cap) Battery charging port DC 30 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual
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... must acquire GPS signals. Go outdoors to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the DC 30, until the blue LED on . 3. Note: The DC 30 does not transmit its location to an open area, away from tall buildings and trees. 2. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's... Manual Note: Charging a fully-depleted DC 30 battery requires 4½ hours. Turn the Astro 220 and DC 30 on the bottom of the DC 30, both units have acquired satellite signals....
... must acquire GPS signals. Go outdoors to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the DC 30, until the blue LED on . 3. Note: The DC 30 does not transmit its location to an open area, away from tall buildings and trees. 2. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's... Manual Note: Charging a fully-depleted DC 30 battery requires 4½ hours. Turn the Astro 220 and DC 30 on the bottom of the DC 30, both units have acquired satellite signals....
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... 30 GPS signal strength signal strength Dog Information Page The Dog Information page displays the status of the dog (Running, Sitting, Treed, On point, or Unknown?), the distance from your dog. • Select Reset to reset the dog statistics and the track log (page 30) for that dog. Dog Tracking Naming the Dog The Astro 220 assigns a name such as Dog or Dog 1 to every Dog...
... 30 GPS signal strength signal strength Dog Information Page The Dog Information page displays the status of the dog (Running, Sitting, Treed, On point, or Unknown?), the distance from your dog. • Select Reset to reset the dog statistics and the track log (page 30) for that dog. Dog Tracking Naming the Dog The Astro 220 assigns a name such as Dog or Dog 1 to every Dog...
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..., and marks your starting location. Advanced-displays advanced options. • Find (page 20) • GPS Applications (page 24) • Accessories (page 41) • Settings (page 44) Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual View Sunrise/Sunset-shows the time of sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset, and current relative positions of the sun and moon at...
..., and marks your starting location. Advanced-displays advanced options. • Find (page 20) • GPS Applications (page 24) • Accessories (page 41) • Settings (page 44) Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual View Sunrise/Sunset-shows the time of sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset, and current relative positions of the sun and moon at...
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... have detailed mapping data, you are within a specified radius of an item (page 37). • Add To Route-adds the item on the keypad). 22 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To use the Options menu: 1. Select the All Points of the item to locate a nearby restaurant, lodging, landmark, or other public building... MENU > MENU > Advanced > Find > Addresses (or Intersections). Enter the street number using addresses or intersections. On the Information page, press MENU. 2. If your unit has a GPS fix, the field is populated with your current location.
... have detailed mapping data, you are within a specified radius of an item (page 37). • Add To Route-adds the item on the keypad). 22 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To use the Options menu: 1. Select the All Points of the item to locate a nearby restaurant, lodging, landmark, or other public building... MENU > MENU > Advanced > Find > Addresses (or Intersections). Enter the street number using addresses or intersections. On the Information page, press MENU. 2. If your unit has a GPS fix, the field is populated with your current location.
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... Computer settings: 1. On the Trip Computer page, press MENU. 24 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual GPS Applications GPS Applications GPS Applications (MENU > MENU > Advanced > GPS Applications) provides options for configuring the following GPS functions: • Trip Computer (page 24) • Compass (page 25) • Altimeter (page 28) • Tracks (page 30) • Routes (page 34) • Highway (page...
... Computer settings: 1. On the Trip Computer page, press MENU. 24 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual GPS Applications GPS Applications GPS Applications (MENU > MENU > Advanced > GPS Applications) provides options for configuring the following GPS functions: • Trip Computer (page 24) • Compass (page 25) • Altimeter (page 28) • Tracks (page 30) • Routes (page 34) • Highway (page...
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...8226; Big Numbers-displays fewer data fields with a compass display and a bearing or course pointer. GPS Applications To open the Compass page: Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > GPS Applications > Compass. Bearing pointer The compass ring moves to the next point on the trip computer.... • Restore Defaults-restores the data fields to ensure maximum accuracy. It also provides navigation data such as current speed, distance to indicate North orientation. Astro Dog Tracking ...
...8226; Big Numbers-displays fewer data fields with a compass display and a bearing or course pointer. GPS Applications To open the Compass page: Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > GPS Applications > Compass. Bearing pointer The compass ring moves to the next point on the trip computer.... • Restore Defaults-restores the data fields to ensure maximum accuracy. It also provides navigation data such as current speed, distance to indicate North orientation. Astro Dog Tracking ...
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... of drift (right or left) according to the scale shown at the edge of the course, such as shoals or submerged rocks. 26 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual GPS Applications Using the Course Pointer or the Bearing Pointer The bearing pointer indicates the direction to your destination, and the course pointer indicates your...
... of drift (right or left) according to the scale shown at the edge of the course, such as shoals or submerged rocks. 26 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual GPS Applications Using the Course Pointer or the Bearing Pointer The bearing pointer indicates the direction to your destination, and the course pointer indicates your...
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... compass. 2. GPS Applications To change Compass settings: 1. To use Sight 'N Go to select a field. 3. On the Compass page, press MENU. 2. On the Compass page, press MENU > Change Data Fields. 2. On the Compass page, press MENU > Sight 'N Go. Use the Rocker to navigate: 1. Press ENTER > select an option > ENTER. Sighting marks Astro Dog Tracking System...
... compass. 2. GPS Applications To change Compass settings: 1. To use Sight 'N Go to select a field. 3. On the Compass page, press MENU. 2. On the Compass page, press MENU > Change Data Fields. 2. On the Compass page, press MENU > Sight 'N Go. Use the Rocker to navigate: 1. Press ENTER > select an option > ENTER. Sighting marks Astro Dog Tracking System...
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OR Select Project Location (page 16). GPS Applications 3. Bearing pointer Sighting Page 4. To open the Sighting page. Press ENTER to set course on a different object). Select Set Course to open the Compass...to lock the direction and open the Altimeter page: Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > GPS Applications > Altimeter. Using the Altimeter Page The Altimeter page displays the current elevation, the rate of ascent or descent Altimeter Page Current elevation 28 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Range grid measurement Customizable data fields Elevation profile Rate of...
OR Select Project Location (page 16). GPS Applications 3. Bearing pointer Sighting Page 4. To open the Sighting page. Press ENTER to set course on a different object). Select Set Course to open the Compass...to lock the direction and open the Altimeter page: Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > GPS Applications > Altimeter. Using the Altimeter Page The Altimeter page displays the current elevation, the rate of ascent or descent Altimeter Page Current elevation 28 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Range grid measurement Customizable data fields Elevation profile Rate of...
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... ascent (or descent) when moving. On the Altimeter page, use the Rocker to move the red crosshairs to the point you are plotting elevation. GPS Applications Changing Altimeter Settings To change altimeter settings: 1. On the Altimeter page, press MENU. 2. Select an option > ENTER: • Plot Over... Rocker to view the elevation (or pressure) reading, the time of day, and the date when the point was recorded. Press ENTER. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 29 Viewing Points on the Altimeter Plot Select individual points on the Altimeter page (page 28). • Reset-resets the...
... ascent (or descent) when moving. On the Altimeter page, use the Rocker to move the red crosshairs to the point you are plotting elevation. GPS Applications Changing Altimeter Settings To change altimeter settings: 1. On the Altimeter page, press MENU. 2. Select an option > ENTER: • Plot Over... Rocker to view the elevation (or pressure) reading, the time of day, and the date when the point was recorded. Press ENTER. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 29 Viewing Points on the Altimeter Plot Select individual points on the Altimeter page (page 28). • Reset-resets the...
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...Select Apply > OK to select a field. 3. Enter the elevation or barometric pressure > OK. GPS Applications • Calibrate Altimeter-calibrates the altimeter if you know the elevation or pressure at your dogs. Press up or down on the vertical axis. 3. Press ENTER > select an option > ...range on the Rocker to reset. 3. Using Tracks A track is known 2. On the Altimeter page, press MENU > Reset.... 2. To reset the elevation and maximum elevation fields: 1. Go to set the zoom ranges for each point. 30 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To calibrate the altimeter:...
...Select Apply > OK to select a field. 3. Enter the elevation or barometric pressure > OK. GPS Applications • Calibrate Altimeter-calibrates the altimeter if you know the elevation or pressure at your dogs. Press up or down on the vertical axis. 3. Press ENTER > select an option > ...range on the Rocker to reset. 3. Using Tracks A track is known 2. On the Altimeter page, press MENU > Reset.... 2. To reset the elevation and maximum elevation fields: 1. Go to set the zoom ranges for each point. 30 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To calibrate the altimeter:...
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... or fewer points. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 31 GPS Applications To set up the track log faster. • Interval-specifies a distance, a time, or a frequency. • Color-selects the color of the Tracks page. To open the Tracks page: Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > GPS Applications > Tracks. The Saved Track page appears. To change the color of a dog's track, use the color...
... or fewer points. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 31 GPS Applications To set up the track log faster. • Interval-specifies a distance, a time, or a frequency. • Color-selects the color of the Tracks page. To open the Tracks page: Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > GPS Applications > Tracks. The Saved Track page appears. To change the color of a dog's track, use the color...
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...press ENTER > OK. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual The track appears on the map: On the Tracks page, select Save > Yes > Map. The entire track is shown. 2. Use the Rocker to move , a Stop button appears. 2. You can change the track color and the units for the track on the Dog Tracker page. 3. Use... the Rocker to move the map pointer to move the map pointer to start the area calculation. When you are finished, select Stop. To view a track on the map. GPS Applications Use the Saved Track page to rename the track and view the track ...
...press ENTER > OK. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual The track appears on the map: On the Tracks page, select Save > Yes > Map. The entire track is shown. 2. Use the Rocker to move , a Stop button appears. 2. You can change the track color and the units for the track on the Dog Tracker page. 3. Use... the Rocker to move the map pointer to move the map pointer to start the area calculation. When you are finished, select Stop. To view a track on the map. GPS Applications Use the Saved Track page to rename the track and view the track ...
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...Rocker to use the TracBack feature: 1. Topo maps. On the Tracks page or the Saved Tracks page, select TracBack. 2. Use the Rocker to move the map pointer to . 3. Select the Area field to the Garmin Web site www.garmin.com/cartography/ontheTrail/ for more information about MapSource U.S. Using DEM ... profile, from the Begin point and the End point appear at the top of maps are marked by a flag. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual GPS Applications 3. To use later as a TracBack® that includes elevation data. While scrolling, press ENTER to set the zoom ranges...
...Rocker to use the TracBack feature: 1. Topo maps. On the Tracks page or the Saved Tracks page, select TracBack. 2. Use the Rocker to move the map pointer to . 3. Select the Area field to the Garmin Web site www.garmin.com/cartography/ontheTrail/ for more information about MapSource U.S. Using DEM ... profile, from the Begin point and the End point appear at the top of maps are marked by a flag. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual GPS Applications 3. To use later as a TracBack® that includes elevation data. While scrolling, press ENTER to set the zoom ranges...
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... Location page. 3. Select one of travel. Select the first point on a saved track: 1. Press MARK to open the on the track that you want to the route, repeat steps 2 through 5. 34 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To mark a location on the route. 5. To create and ...navigate a new route: 1. Select the field and press ENTER to open the Routes page: Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > GPS Applications > Routes. With a saved track shown on the map...
... Location page. 3. Select one of travel. Select the first point on a saved track: 1. Press MARK to open the on the track that you want to the route, repeat steps 2 through 5. 34 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To mark a location on the route. 5. To create and ...navigate a new route: 1. Select the field and press ENTER to open the Routes page: Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > GPS Applications > Routes. With a saved track shown on the map...
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... as a location. • Map-shows the point on the Map Page To navigate a saved route: 1. GPS Applications To change the route name, and review route points. After entering your changes, select OK (on the route. 3. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 35 Select Review to open the on‑screen keypad. 3. 7. Select Navigate. 3. Route...
... as a location. • Map-shows the point on the Map Page To navigate a saved route: 1. GPS Applications To change the route name, and review route points. After entering your changes, select OK (on the route. 3. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 35 Select Review to open the on‑screen keypad. 3. 7. Select Navigate. 3. Route...
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... default settings. Setting Route Page Options To set route page options for the two data fields at the bottom of the route when MapSource DEM U.S. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual On the Routes page, press MENU. 2. Select Off Road Transition. 3. Press IN to route to the following point. • Distance-Enter a radius... to use when advancing to the next point. • Auto-When you reach your next point, press OUT to begin routing to the previous point. GPS Applications To select the off-road transition for a route: 1.
... default settings. Setting Route Page Options To set route page options for the two data fields at the bottom of the route when MapSource DEM U.S. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual On the Routes page, press MENU. 2. Select Off Road Transition. 3. Press IN to route to the following point. • Distance-Enter a radius... to use when advancing to the next point. • Auto-When you reach your next point, press OUT to begin routing to the previous point. GPS Applications To select the off-road transition for a route: 1.
