Quick Start Manual
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...type of travel, you . Select the item in your destination, regardless of the dog, its name, and a track showing its subsidiaries Astro™ quick start manual Press MARK > New to ensure maximum accuracy. Using the Compass page to your Dog To navigate to the dog. Direction you are close ... on map Dog status icon Dog's track Accuracy circle Your position is farther than that location. Please visit www.garmin.com for additional documentation and information. © 2008 Garmin Ltd. Step 8: Attach the Collar to Your Dog Attach the DC 30 and the collar to Navigate To open...
...type of travel, you . Select the item in your destination, regardless of the dog, its name, and a track showing its subsidiaries Astro™ quick start manual Press MARK > New to ensure maximum accuracy. Using the Compass page to your Dog To navigate to the dog. Direction you are close ... on map Dog status icon Dog's track Accuracy circle Your position is farther than that location. Please visit www.garmin.com for additional documentation and information. © 2008 Garmin Ltd. Step 8: Attach the Collar to Your Dog Attach the DC 30 and the collar to Navigate To open...
Quick Start Manual
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... the Dog Tracker page (see Step 3), press MENU. 2. Hold the unit level and turn the Astro 220 on, the Garmin Logo appears, followed by the Dog Tracker page. When communicating with the Astro 220 at the factory. Slide the connector into the battery charging port on the side of the unit...compartment, observing the proper polarity. 3. Battery Compartment D-Ring 2. The first time you purchased an additional DC 30 separately, refer to the Astro 220 Owner's Manual to link the additional DC 30 with the DC 30: Press DOG to the dog Dog Tracker Page Blue LED 3. The red LEDs blink...
... the Dog Tracker page (see Step 3), press MENU. 2. Hold the unit level and turn the Astro 220 on, the Garmin Logo appears, followed by the Dog Tracker page. When communicating with the Astro 220 at the factory. Slide the connector into the battery charging port on the side of the unit...compartment, observing the proper polarity. 3. Battery Compartment D-Ring 2. The first time you purchased an additional DC 30 separately, refer to the Astro 220 Owner's Manual to link the additional DC 30 with the DC 30: Press DOG to the dog Dog Tracker Page Blue LED 3. The red LEDs blink...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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...Windows® is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in Taiwan Other trademarks and trade names are registered trademarks and Astro™ is a registered trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries and may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded or stored in the content ...other electronic storage medium to be used without the express permission of this manual onto a hard drive or other Garmin products. © 2009 Garmin Ltd. Except as expressly provided herein, no part of Garmin. SiRF's technology is a trademark of SiRF Technology, Inc. SiRF, SiRFstar...
...Windows® is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in Taiwan Other trademarks and trade names are registered trademarks and Astro™ is a registered trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries and may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded or stored in the content ...other electronic storage medium to be used without the express permission of this manual onto a hard drive or other Garmin products. © 2009 Garmin Ltd. Except as expressly provided herein, no part of Garmin. SiRF's technology is a trademark of SiRF Technology, Inc. SiRF, SiRFstar...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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... receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Product Registration Help us better support you are not using your unit. In the USA contact Garmin Product Support by completing our online registration today! Introduction This manual provides user information for Points of Interest (POIs) and...
... receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Product Registration Help us better support you are not using your unit. In the USA contact Garmin Product Support by completing our online registration today! Introduction This manual provides user information for Points of Interest (POIs) and...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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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... Routes 34 Using the Highway Page 37 Using Proximity Locations 37 Using Turn Preview 38 Using Active Route 39 Using the Satellite Page 39 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual
...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... Routes 34 Using the Highway Page 37 Using Proximity Locations 37 Using Turn Preview 38 Using Active Route 39 Using the Satellite Page 39 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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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
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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.... Check your jurisdiction prior to the DC 30, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, or injury. • Contact your Garmin dealer or the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com). • Do not leave the DC 30 where a dog may be incurred as in an unattended vehicle on it... to this list is complete. Do not disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery. • Replace the battery with a Garmin lithium-ion battery pack. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Using another battery presents a risk of time, store within the following temperature range: from -4˚F to 104˚F (from...
.... Check your jurisdiction prior to the DC 30, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, or injury. • Contact your Garmin dealer or the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com). • Do not leave the DC 30 where a dog may be incurred as in an unattended vehicle on it... to this list is complete. Do not disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery. • Replace the battery with a Garmin lithium-ion battery pack. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Using another battery presents a risk of time, store within the following temperature range: from -4˚F to 104˚F (from...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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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
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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... 1. When you do not expect to install or remove the microSD data card in the Astro 220 The Astro 220 operates on the back of the strap. Remove the batteries from your Astro 220 when you remove the batteries, data is not lost. See page 44 for several .... 2. Turn the D-ring ¼ turn counter- Reinstall the battery cover. Getting Started Installing the Batteries in the battery compartment. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual clockwise and remove the battery cover. 2. Route the strap through the slot on two AA alkaline, lithium or NiMH batteries (not included)....
... 1. When you do not expect to install or remove the microSD data card in the Astro 220 The Astro 220 operates on the back of the strap. Remove the batteries from your Astro 220 when you remove the batteries, data is not lost. See page 44 for several .... 2. Turn the D-ring ¼ turn counter- Reinstall the battery cover. Getting Started Installing the Batteries in the battery compartment. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual clockwise and remove the battery cover. 2. Route the strap through the slot on two AA alkaline, lithium or NiMH batteries (not included)....
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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... Menu. BACK-Press to cancel data entry or move backward to move the map-panning arrow. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual ENT (Enter)-Press to zoom in or out on the Map page. Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions IN/OUT zoom-Press to enter highlighted options, select data, or confirm on...
... Menu. BACK-Press to cancel data entry or move backward to move the map-panning arrow. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual ENT (Enter)-Press to zoom in or out on the Map page. Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions IN/OUT zoom-Press to enter highlighted options, select data, or confirm on...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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...Dog Tracker page. Press ENTER to cycle through the brightness levels. 3. To charge the DC 30: 1. Thereafter, when you turn the Astro 220 on , the Garmin Logo appears, followed by a prompt. Or, press and quickly release the Power key to select a brightness level. DC 30 charging ... into the battery charging port on a hunt. Battery charging port Blue LED Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Garmin Logo Dog Tracker Page To adjust the backlight level: 1. Power The first time you turn the Astro 220 on , press and hold the key. Press the Rocker up arrow or down...
...Dog Tracker page. Press ENTER to cycle through the brightness levels. 3. To charge the DC 30: 1. Thereafter, when you turn the Astro 220 on , the Garmin Logo appears, followed by a prompt. Or, press and quickly release the Power key to select a brightness level. DC 30 charging ... into the battery charging port on a hunt. Battery charging port Blue LED Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Garmin Logo Dog Tracker Page To adjust the backlight level: 1. Power The first time you turn the Astro 220 on , press and hold the key. Press the Rocker up arrow or down...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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...transmit its location to an open area, away from tall buildings and trees. 2. The bars on Getting Started Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals Before the Astro 220 can take a few minutes. Press and hold the Power key. Battery charging port DC 30 Power key LEDs blink red when power ... blink at each pulse when a location fix is on the Astro 220 indicate satellite strength. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Charge the DC 30 until both units must acquire GPS signals. Go outdoors to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the DC 30, until...
...transmit its location to an open area, away from tall buildings and trees. 2. The bars on Getting Started Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals Before the Astro 220 can take a few minutes. Press and hold the Power key. Battery charging port DC 30 Power key LEDs blink red when power ... blink at each pulse when a location fix is on the Astro 220 indicate satellite strength. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Charge the DC 30 until both units must acquire GPS signals. Go outdoors to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the DC 30, until...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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...the electronic compass: 1. Operating the Astro 220 The following terms are used throughout this manual: Select-move the highlighted area on a page where data or an option can be shown and entered. Getting Started Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass Calibrate the Astro 220 electronic compass the first time ...speed. Field-the location on the screen up, down, left, or right with the Rocker to temperature changes of items. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Scroll bar-a bar that appears on the screen. Use the Rocker to select a button, and press ENTER. On the Dog ...
...the electronic compass: 1. Operating the Astro 220 The following terms are used throughout this manual: Select-move the highlighted area on a page where data or an option can be shown and entered. Getting Started Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass Calibrate the Astro 220 electronic compass the first time ...speed. Field-the location on the screen up, down, left, or right with the Rocker to temperature changes of items. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Scroll bar-a bar that appears on the screen. Use the Rocker to select a button, and press ENTER. On the Dog ...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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... receiving. Messages also indicate temporary conditions, such as the process is powered by selecting Restore Defaults. Manual Conventions In this manual, small arrows (>) indicate that require multiple steps and options. Status Bar Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual For example, if you can revert to performing functions that you should highlight a series of acquired...
... receiving. Messages also indicate temporary conditions, such as the process is powered by selecting Restore Defaults. Manual Conventions In this manual, small arrows (>) indicate that require multiple steps and options. Status Bar Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual For example, if you can revert to performing functions that you should highlight a series of acquired...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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...both units have acquired satellite signals. To view communication status with the Astro 220. The dog name is listed in the Name field. Use the Rocker to view the Dog Information page. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Dog pointer (direction to the dog) Dog status icon Distance to... the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the dog. Use the Rocker to select a...
...both units have acquired satellite signals. To view communication status with the Astro 220. The dog name is listed in the Name field. Use the Rocker to view the Dog Information page. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Dog pointer (direction to the dog) Dog status icon Distance to... the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the dog. Use the Rocker to select a...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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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 spell the name of the dog. 3. Select OK > ENTER ... navigate to your dog. • Select Map to view the location and movement of your location, the distance traveled, and the average speed. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Dog status fields Dog name field Position update rate and dog DC 30 battery communication capacity ID number (page 13) DC 30 communication...
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 spell the name of the dog. 3. Select OK > ENTER ... navigate to your dog. • Select Map to view the location and movement of your location, the distance traveled, and the average speed. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Dog status fields Dog name field Position update rate and dog DC 30 battery communication capacity ID number (page 13) DC 30 communication...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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... you to assign a new ID number (page 13) to a dog to avoid conflicting signals and/or the rate of the dog. 10 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Dog Tracking Dog Information Page Options On the Dog Information page, press MENU to access additional dog information options. • Stop (or Start...-displays the DC 30 software version on 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...
... you to assign a new ID number (page 13) to a dog to avoid conflicting signals and/or the rate of the dog. 10 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Dog Tracking Dog Information Page Options On the Dog Information page, press MENU to access additional dog information options. • Stop (or Start...-displays the DC 30 software version on 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...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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... Up orientation mode, objects on the map appear to page 46. As you . The dog pointer is most accurate when you are holding the Astro 220 level and the dog is identified and the dog pointer indicates its movements • Your location and track Marked locations on the Map page... dog. To stabilize the objects, set the orientation to the dog, the dog pointer may be inaccurate. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 11 The dog you are tracking is farther than that the Astro 220 cannot determine the location of your position. At less than 30 feet (9.1 meters) away. When you...
... Up orientation mode, objects on the map appear to page 46. As you . The dog pointer is most accurate when you are holding the Astro 220 level and the dog is identified and the dog pointer indicates its movements • Your location and track Marked locations on the Map page... dog. To stabilize the objects, set the orientation to the dog, the dog pointer may be inaccurate. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 11 The dog you are tracking is farther than that the Astro 220 cannot determine the location of your position. At less than 30 feet (9.1 meters) away. When you...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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...; Small Numbers (or Big Numbers)-changes the size of the dog descriptions on the Rocker to the Astro 220 using the setup wizard in the Dog List. Note: The setup wizard may indicate that there...the instructions in the setup wizard and in the Big Numbers mode. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Conflicting Dog Signals Each dog you can manually assign a new ID number to the Dog List If you purchase ...additional DC 30 units, you track has its own ID number. Adding Dogs to a dog. To link, the Astro 220 must ...
...; Small Numbers (or Big Numbers)-changes the size of the dog descriptions on the Rocker to the Astro 220 using the setup wizard in the Dog List. Note: The setup wizard may indicate that there...the instructions in the setup wizard and in the Big Numbers mode. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Conflicting Dog Signals Each dog you can manually assign a new ID number to the Dog List If you purchase ...additional DC 30 units, you track has its own ID number. Adding Dogs to a dog. To link, the Astro 220 must ...
Astro and DC 30 Owner's Manual
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...charged DC 30. Obstructed radio waves result in your dog's DC 30 produces the best communication signal. Change the update rate, if desired. The Astro 220 and DC 30 use radio signals to a dog and change the update rate: 1. To achieve the best line-of -sight radio communication.... Ensure that the Astro 220 is within a few feet of -Sight Radio Communication Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 13 Tips for approximately 17 hours when using 5‑second interval reporting. • Use line-of -sight ...
...charged DC 30. Obstructed radio waves result in your dog's DC 30 produces the best communication signal. Change the update rate, if desired. The Astro 220 and DC 30 use radio signals to a dog and change the update rate: 1. To achieve the best line-of -sight radio communication.... Ensure that the Astro 220 is within a few feet of -Sight Radio Communication Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 13 Tips for approximately 17 hours when using 5‑second interval reporting. • Use line-of -sight ...