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... Support by completing our online registration today! myGarmin Go to www.my.garmin.com to access the latest services for your Garmin products. • Subscribe to online services for the Garmin® Astro™ 220 Dog Tracking System. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Introduction This manual provides user information for Points of the ...twice to return to the Main Menu from any questions while using your steps. • To extend battery life of the Astro 220, turn the unit off when you are not tracking a dog, or decrease the update rate (page 13). at www.my.garmin.com.
... Support by completing our online registration today! myGarmin Go to www.my.garmin.com to access the latest services for your Garmin products. • Subscribe to online services for the Garmin® Astro™ 220 Dog Tracking System. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Introduction This manual provides user information for Points of the ...twice to return to the Main Menu from any questions while using your steps. • To extend battery life of the Astro 220, turn the unit off when you are not tracking a dog, or decrease the update rate (page 13). at www.my.garmin.com.
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... and Shortcuts 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...
... and Shortcuts 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...
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... Setup 52 Heading Setup 52 Calibration Setup 53 Altimeter Setup 53 Introduction Appendix 54 Specifications 54 Optional Accessories 56 Transferring Data 56 Caring for the Astro 220 System 60 Software License Agreement 61 Index 64 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual iii
... Setup 52 Heading Setup 52 Calibration Setup 53 Altimeter Setup 53 Introduction Appendix 54 Specifications 54 Optional Accessories 56 Transferring Data 56 Caring for the Astro 220 System 60 Software License Agreement 61 Index 64 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual iii
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...disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery. • Replace the battery with a Garmin lithium-ion battery pack. Garmin does not assume any responsibility for product warnings and other important information. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual NOTICE REGARDING LEGAL RESTRICTIONS; Check your jurisdiction prior to the dog...leave the unit exposed to a heat source or in a iv high‑temperature location, such as in California prohibits the use of GPS dog collars for an extended time, store within the following temperature range: from 32˚F to 77˚F (from 0˚ to...
...disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery. • Replace the battery with a Garmin lithium-ion battery pack. Garmin does not assume any responsibility for product warnings and other important information. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual NOTICE REGARDING LEGAL RESTRICTIONS; Check your jurisdiction prior to the dog...leave the unit exposed to a heat source or in a iv high‑temperature location, such as in California prohibits the use of GPS dog collars for an extended time, store within the following temperature range: from 32˚F to 77˚F (from 0˚ to...
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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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... not expect to install or remove the microSD data card in the Astro 220 The Astro 220 operates on setting the battery type. Turn the D-ring ¼ turn counter- Remove the batteries from your Astro 220 when you remove the batteries, data is not lost. Wrist strap ...for information on two AA alkaline, lithium or NiMH batteries (not included). Getting Started Installing the Batteries in the battery compartment. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual See page 44 for several months. Battery Compartment To install the wrist strap: 1. Insert the batteries, observing the...
... not expect to install or remove the microSD data card in the Astro 220 The Astro 220 operates on setting the battery type. Turn the D-ring ¼ turn counter- Remove the batteries from your Astro 220 when you remove the batteries, data is not lost. Wrist strap ...for information on two AA alkaline, lithium or NiMH batteries (not included). Getting Started Installing the Batteries in the battery compartment. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual See page 44 for several months. Battery Compartment To install the wrist strap: 1. Insert the batteries, observing the...
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BACK-Press to cancel data entry or move the map-panning arrow. MENU-Press to view the Map page. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual DOG-Press at any other page. Getting Started MAP-Press to view page options. ENT (Enter)-Press to view the Main Menu. ... to scroll up , down a list on the Map page. Press twice to enter highlighted options, select data, or confirm on‑screen messages. Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions IN/OUT zoom-Press to mark your current location. MARK-Press to zoom in or out on any time to the Main Menu...
BACK-Press to cancel data entry or move the map-panning arrow. MENU-Press to view the Map page. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual DOG-Press at any other page. Getting Started MAP-Press to view page options. ENT (Enter)-Press to view the Main Menu. ... to scroll up , down a list on the Map page. Press twice to enter highlighted options, select data, or confirm on‑screen messages. Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions IN/OUT zoom-Press to mark your current location. MARK-Press to zoom in or out on any time to the Main Menu...
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... before using it on , press and hold the key. Thereafter, when you turn the Astro 220 on the side of the DC 30. Garmin Logo Dog Tracker Page To adjust the backlight level: 1. Battery charging port Blue LED Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Connect the vehicle power cable or the AC adapter to adjust...
... before using it on , press and hold the key. Thereafter, when you turn the Astro 220 on the side of the DC 30. Garmin Logo Dog Tracker Page To adjust the backlight level: 1. Battery charging port Blue LED Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Connect the vehicle power cable or the AC adapter to adjust...
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... red LEDs blink at each pulse when a location fix is on Getting Started Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals Before the Astro 220 can take a few minutes. Go outdoors to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the DC 30, both units have acquired satellite signals...key LEDs blink red when power is achieved. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To turn the DC 30 on the bottom of the unit turns off : 1. Turn the Astro 220 and DC 30 on the Astro 220 indicate satellite strength. To acquire GPS satellite signals: 1. The bars on . ...
... red LEDs blink at each pulse when a location fix is on Getting Started Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals Before the Astro 220 can take a few minutes. Go outdoors to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the DC 30, both units have acquired satellite signals...key LEDs blink red when power is achieved. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To turn the DC 30 on the bottom of the unit turns off : 1. Turn the Astro 220 and DC 30 on the Astro 220 indicate satellite strength. To acquire GPS satellite signals: 1. The bars on . ...
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... page (page 4), press MENU. 2. Use the Rocker to scroll a set of items. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To calibrate the electronic compass: 1. Operating the Astro 220 The following terms are used throughout this manual: Select-move the highlighted area on -screen directions. ... or buildings. A highlighted field appears yellow. Select Calibrate Compass, and press ENTER. 3. Getting Started Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass Calibrate the Astro 220 electronic compass the first time you use it, after periods of storage, after you to temperature changes of greater than...
... page (page 4), press MENU. 2. Use the Rocker to scroll a set of items. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To calibrate the electronic compass: 1. Operating the Astro 220 The following terms are used throughout this manual: Select-move the highlighted area on -screen directions. ... or buildings. A highlighted field appears yellow. Select Calibrate Compass, and press ENTER. 3. Getting Started Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass Calibrate the Astro 220 electronic compass the first time you use it, after periods of storage, after you to temperature changes of greater than...
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... selecting Restore Defaults. The message window closes as soon as "Calculating Route." Getting Started • -indicates the remaining battery power. • -appears when the Astro 220 is receiving. Default-the saved factory settings. For example, if you can revert to acknowledge the message and close the window. Using the Status Bar The status..., a DC 30) on -screen message appears, press ENTER to the factory settings by an external source. • -indicates the strength of each item. Status Bar Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual
... selecting Restore Defaults. The message window closes as soon as "Calculating Route." Getting Started • -indicates the remaining battery power. • -appears when the Astro 220 is receiving. Default-the saved factory settings. For example, if you can revert to acknowledge the message and close the window. Using the Status Bar The status..., a DC 30) on -screen message appears, press ENTER to the factory settings by an external source. • -indicates the strength of each item. Status Bar Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual
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The dog name is listed in the Name field. The Astro 220 can keep track of the dog. Press ENTER to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the DC 30, until both units have acquired satellite signals. Note: The DC 30 does not transmit... you are using a DC 30 that was packaged with your Astro 220 System was linked with the Astro 220. Use the Rocker to establish communications with the Astro 220 at the factory. Communicating with the DC 30: Press DOG to the Dog List. Dog Tracking Dog Tracking This section describes communications between the DC 30 and the...
The dog name is listed in the Name field. The Astro 220 can keep track of the dog. Press ENTER to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the DC 30, until both units have acquired satellite signals. Note: The DC 30 does not transmit... you are using a DC 30 that was packaged with your Astro 220 System was linked with the Astro 220. Use the Rocker to establish communications with the Astro 220 at the factory. Communicating with the DC 30: Press DOG to the Dog List. Dog Tracking Dog Tracking This section describes communications between the DC 30 and the...
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... your location, the distance traveled, and the average speed. On the Dog Information page, highlight the Name field and press ENTER. 2. Dog Tracking Naming the Dog The Astro 220 assigns a name such as Dog or Dog 1 to every Dog Unit (DC 30) linked to it. Select OK > ENTER when you...Dog status fields Dog name field Position update rate and dog DC 30 battery communication capacity ID number (page 13) DC 30 communication DC 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...
... your location, the distance traveled, and the average speed. On the Dog Information page, highlight the Name field and press ENTER. 2. Dog Tracking Naming the Dog The Astro 220 assigns a name such as Dog or Dog 1 to every Dog Unit (DC 30) linked to it. Select OK > ENTER when you...Dog status fields Dog name field Position update rate and dog DC 30 battery communication capacity ID number (page 13) DC 30 communication DC 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...
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...the Dog Tracker Page The Dog Tracker page shows the direction and distance of the dog from the Astro 220, and the status of reporting (5, 10, or 30 seconds). • Transfer Dog Unit Track-transfers detailed tracks from Auto, Pointing Dog, Treeing Dog, or Pet. • Upgrade Dog Unit-downloads software ... to avoid conflicting signals and/or the rate of the dog. 10 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Settings-allows you to assign a new ID number (page 13) to a dog to your compass (page 6) and hold the Astro 220 level. Tracking a Dog Attach the DC 30 with the VHF antenna (page 1) ...
...the Dog Tracker Page The Dog Tracker page shows the direction and distance of the dog from the Astro 220, and the status of reporting (5, 10, or 30 seconds). • Transfer Dog Unit Track-transfers detailed tracks from Auto, Pointing Dog, Treeing Dog, or Pet. • Upgrade Dog Unit-downloads software ... to avoid conflicting signals and/or the rate of the dog. 10 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Settings-allows you to assign a new ID number (page 13) to a dog to your compass (page 6) and hold the Astro 220 level. Tracking a Dog Attach the DC 30 with the VHF antenna (page 1) ...
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...rotate around your dog's pointer, see page 31. To change the color of the dog. At less than that the Astro 220 cannot determine the location of your position. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 11 For more information about the Map page features and custom settings, refer to North Up (page 47...). As you move, the entire map reorients in the Track Up orientation mode, objects on the Map page: Press MAP. When you are tracking is in the direction you are holding the Astro 220 level and the dog is shortened. To track a dog on the map appear to the dog, the dog ...
...rotate around your dog's pointer, see page 31. To change the color of the dog. At less than that the Astro 220 cannot determine the location of your position. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 11 For more information about the Map page features and custom settings, refer to North Up (page 47...). As you move, the entire map reorients in the Track Up orientation mode, objects on the Map page: Press MAP. When you are tracking is in the direction you are holding the Astro 220 level and the dog is shortened. To track a dog on the map appear to the dog, the dog ...
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... dog to automatically assign IDs. To link, the Astro 220 must be close enough to the DC 30 to touch it, or you should allow the Astro 220 to the list: 1. If two dogs within range of the Astro 220 have the same ID, the Astro 220 warns you track has its own ID number. Press the left or...
... dog to automatically assign IDs. To link, the Astro 220 must be close enough to the DC 30 to touch it, or you should allow the Astro 220 to the list: 1. If two dogs within range of the Astro 220 have the same ID, the Astro 220 warns you track has its own ID number. Press the left or...
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...-of -sight radio communication. To assign a new ID number to communicate. Settings. 2. Ensure that the Astro 220 is within a few feet of -Sight Radio Communication Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 13 Complete the setup wizard instructions. The Astro 220 and DC 30 use radio signals to a dog and change the update rate: 1. Both 10-second...
...-of -sight radio communication. To assign a new ID number to communicate. Settings. 2. Ensure that the Astro 220 is within a few feet of -Sight Radio Communication Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 13 Complete the setup wizard instructions. The Astro 220 and DC 30 use radio signals to a dog and change the update rate: 1. Both 10-second...
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... press MENU > MENU. Advanced-displays advanced options. • Find (page 20) • GPS Applications (page 24) • Accessories (page 41) • Settings (page 44) Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Go To Marked Location-provides directions to view locations stored on page 46. Main... Menu Start New Hunt-resets dog statistics and track logs, and marks your starting location. View Sunrise/Sunset-...
... press MENU > MENU. Advanced-displays advanced options. • Find (page 20) • GPS Applications (page 24) • Accessories (page 41) • Settings (page 44) Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Go To Marked Location-provides directions to view locations stored on page 46. Main... Menu Start New Hunt-resets dog statistics and track logs, and marks your starting location. View Sunrise/Sunset-...
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...want to the map item you record and store in your changes, select OK (on -screen keypad. After entering and confirming your Astro 220. Do you to open the on the keypad). 4. To edit location information, select the appropriate field, and press ENTER to enter...press ENTER. Select Yes. 3. Mark Location Locations are near your starting location. To mark your changes, select OK (on -screen keypad. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 15 Press ENTER. Select OK to mark the location. After entering and confirming your current location: 1. Mark Location 3. To...
...want to the map item you record and store in your changes, select OK (on -screen keypad. After entering and confirming your Astro 220. Do you to open the on the keypad). 4. To edit location information, select the appropriate field, and press ENTER to enter...press ENTER. Select Yes. 3. Mark Location Locations are near your starting location. To mark your changes, select OK (on -screen keypad. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 15 Press ENTER. Select OK to mark the location. After entering and confirming your current location: 1. Mark Location 3. To...
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...MENU > MENU > Advanced > Find > Marked Locations. 2. Press ENTER to place a MOVE marker next to the location, select Go To. 16 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To calculate your changes, select OK (on the Map page: 1. To project a location: 1. To navigate to the marked location...more accuracy. Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > Find > Marked Locations. 2. Mark Location To edit a marked location: 1. When averaging, the Astro 220 takes several readings at the bottom of accuracy you want , select Save > OK. Projecting a Location You can average a marked location for more ...
...MENU > MENU > Advanced > Find > Marked Locations. 2. Press ENTER to place a MOVE marker next to the location, select Go To. 16 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To calculate your changes, select OK (on the Map page: 1. To project a location: 1. To navigate to the marked location...more accuracy. Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > Find > Marked Locations. 2. Mark Location To edit a marked location: 1. When averaging, the Astro 220 takes several readings at the bottom of accuracy you want , select Save > OK. Projecting a Location You can average a marked location for more ...