Important Product and Safety Information (Multilingual)
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... transmission levers. Do not mount in front of an airbag field of time spent viewing the unit's screen while navigating and use of direct sunlight, such as well to ensure safe navigating: • When installing the unit in a safe manner. Do not input destinations, change settings, or access any functions requiring prolonged use voice prompts when possible. Battery Warnings Your GPS unit uses user-replaceable batteries. In addition, the GPS unit may present a risk...
... transmission levers. Do not mount in front of an airbag field of time spent viewing the unit's screen while navigating and use of direct sunlight, such as well to ensure safe navigating: • When installing the unit in a safe manner. Do not input destinations, change settings, or access any functions requiring prolonged use voice prompts when possible. Battery Warnings Your GPS unit uses user-replaceable batteries. In addition, the GPS unit may present a risk...
Important Product and Safety Information (Multilingual)
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... right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be used only as the proof of purchase for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. Write the tracking number clearly on the outside the United States. Online Auction...
... right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be used only as the proof of purchase for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. Write the tracking number clearly on the outside the United States. Online Auction...
Owner's Manual
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... i Contact Garmin i Optional Accessories ii Foretrex® Features ii Getting Started 1 Buttons 2 Installing Batteries 2 Turning On Your Foretrex........... 3 Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals 3 Using the Backlight 3 Using the Main Pages......... 4 Map Page 5 Compass Page 6 Elevation Page 7 Trip Computer 7 Main Menu 7 Introduction Waypoints, Tracks, and Routes 8 Waypoints 8 Editing Waypoints 8 Hunt and Fish 10 Sun and Moon 10 Recording your Tracks 10 Creating and Navigating Routes 11 Settings 12 Map Menu Options 12 Compass Menu Options.......... 12 Elevation Menu Options...
... i Contact Garmin i Optional Accessories ii Foretrex® Features ii Getting Started 1 Buttons 2 Installing Batteries 2 Turning On Your Foretrex........... 3 Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals 3 Using the Backlight 3 Using the Main Pages......... 4 Map Page 5 Compass Page 6 Elevation Page 7 Trip Computer 7 Main Menu 7 Introduction Waypoints, Tracks, and Routes 8 Waypoints 8 Editing Waypoints 8 Hunt and Fish 10 Sun and Moon 10 Recording your Tracks 10 Creating and Navigating Routes 11 Settings 12 Map Menu Options 12 Compass Menu Options.......... 12 Elevation Menu Options...
Owner's Manual
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Introduction GPS 21 Setting GPS Mode 21 Satellite Reception 21 Signal Strength 21 Sky View 21 Appendix 22 Pairing the Foretrex 401.......... 22 Wireless Data Transfers........... 23 Connecting Your Foretrex to a Computer 24 Jumpmaster 25 Storing the Foretrex 25 Battery Information 25 Optimizing Battery Life 26 Resetting the Foretrex 26 Clearing User Data 26 Replacing the Wristband.......... 27 Cleaning the Unit and Wristband 27 Specifications 28 Software License Agreement 29 Declaration of Conformity (DoC 29 FCC Compliance 30 Index 31 iv Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual
Introduction GPS 21 Setting GPS Mode 21 Satellite Reception 21 Signal Strength 21 Sky View 21 Appendix 22 Pairing the Foretrex 401.......... 22 Wireless Data Transfers........... 23 Connecting Your Foretrex to a Computer 24 Jumpmaster 25 Storing the Foretrex 25 Battery Information 25 Optimizing Battery Life 26 Resetting the Foretrex 26 Clearing User Data 26 Replacing the Wristband.......... 27 Cleaning the Unit and Wristband 27 Specifications 28 Software License Agreement 29 Declaration of Conformity (DoC 29 FCC Compliance 30 Index 31 iv Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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... solid. Using the Backlight While the Foretrex is not lost. To adjust the backlight time: 1. Use to an open area, away from tall buildings and trees. Getting Started 2. When satellites are prompted to turn the Foretrex on the Foretrex and hold to choose a language. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Acquiring satellite signals can find your location. From the main menu, select SETUP > DISPLAY > LIGHT TIMEOUT. 2. The flashes while the Foretrex determines your current location and navigate a route, you remove the batteries, stored data is...
... solid. Using the Backlight While the Foretrex is not lost. To adjust the backlight time: 1. Use to an open area, away from tall buildings and trees. Getting Started 2. When satellites are prompted to turn the Foretrex on the Foretrex and hold to choose a language. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Acquiring satellite signals can find your location. From the main menu, select SETUP > DISPLAY > LIGHT TIMEOUT. 2. The flashes while the Foretrex determines your current location and navigate a route, you remove the batteries, stored data is...
Owner's Manual
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... . Select MAP DETAIL > MAP ORIENTATION > NORTH UP. From the map page, press enter. 2. From the map page, press enter. 2. From the map page, press enter. 2. Select the FROM field then select a starting waypoint from the waypoint list. 5. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Using the Main Pages To view the map with north up: 1. Select CLEAR TRACK LOG > YES. Select the ESTIMATED SPEED field. Waypoint names and symbols are heading. Map Page Heading indicator Position icon Map page Your position on the map. Select the TO field then select an ending waypoint...
... . Select MAP DETAIL > MAP ORIENTATION > NORTH UP. From the map page, press enter. 2. From the map page, press enter. 2. From the map page, press enter. 2. Select the FROM field then select a starting waypoint from the waypoint list. 5. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Using the Main Pages To view the map with north up: 1. Select CLEAR TRACK LOG > YES. Select the ESTIMATED SPEED field. Waypoint names and symbols are heading. Map Page Heading indicator Position icon Map page Your position on the map. Select the TO field then select an ending waypoint...
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From the main menu, select SET UP > ALTIMETER > CALIBRATE. 2. Use to scroll to zoom in. Elevation Page (401 only) The elevation page shows your current speed, average speed, maximum speed, trip odometer, and other helpful statistics. The main menu displays the current date and time along the top of menu options. To customize data fields, press enter. Use to setup screens including waypoints, tracks, and routes. To calibrate the barometric altimeter: note: The barometric altimeter is available only on -screen instructions. Press to zoom out or to see...
From the main menu, select SET UP > ALTIMETER > CALIBRATE. 2. Use to scroll to zoom in. Elevation Page (401 only) The elevation page shows your current speed, average speed, maximum speed, trip odometer, and other helpful statistics. The main menu displays the current date and time along the top of menu options. To customize data fields, press enter. Use to setup screens including waypoints, tracks, and routes. To calibrate the barometric altimeter: note: The barometric altimeter is available only on -screen instructions. Press to zoom out or to see...
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... waypoint you want to view. 3. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Select OPTIONS > HUNT/FISH. From the main menu, select > WAYPOINTS > LIST ALL. 2. Recording your current location. Select the waypoint you want to view. 3. note: Press enter to name the track. Follow the on-screen instructions. Select SAVE TRACK. 3 Use and enter to view the hunting and fishing information for a specified date. 10 To view the sun and moon page: 1. To view the hunt and fish page: 1. note: Press enter to set a beginning point...
... waypoint you want to view. 3. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Select OPTIONS > HUNT/FISH. From the main menu, select > WAYPOINTS > LIST ALL. 2. Recording your current location. Select the waypoint you want to view. 3. note: Press enter to name the track. Follow the on-screen instructions. Select SAVE TRACK. 3 Use and enter to view the hunting and fishing information for a specified date. 10 To view the sun and moon page: 1. To view the hunt and fish page: 1. note: Press enter to set a beginning point...
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To clear current track: From the tracks menu, select CLEAR TRACK > YES. Repeat in each field until the route is complete. 4. To navigate to access your saved waypoints. 3. Waypoints, Tracks, and Routes Creating and Navigating Routes 1. Select FOLLOW. Select the track. 3. Select NAVIGATE. Select a waypoint for the first field. Press enter to a saved track: 1. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual 11 From the tracks menu, select LIST SAVED. 2. From the main menu, select ROUTES > CREATE NEW. 2.
To clear current track: From the tracks menu, select CLEAR TRACK > YES. Repeat in each field until the route is complete. 4. To navigate to access your saved waypoints. 3. Waypoints, Tracks, and Routes Creating and Navigating Routes 1. Select FOLLOW. Select the track. 3. Select NAVIGATE. Select a waypoint for the first field. Press enter to a saved track: 1. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual 11 From the tracks menu, select LIST SAVED. 2. From the main menu, select ROUTES > CREATE NEW. 2.
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CLEAR TRACK LOG-delete the recorded track log. MAP DETAIL-set map preferences: • MAP ORIENTATION-select how the map is shown on measuring distance. Compass Menu Options On the compass page, press enter to a waypoint, mark a waypoint, or zoom in the same direction. 12 Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Press enter to go to access the compass menu. PAN TRACK LOG-use to any point along the track. CALIBRATE-hold the Foretrex level and slowly turn in two full circles in or out. NORTH UP shows North at the...
CLEAR TRACK LOG-delete the recorded track log. MAP DETAIL-set map preferences: • MAP ORIENTATION-select how the map is shown on measuring distance. Compass Menu Options On the compass page, press enter to a waypoint, mark a waypoint, or zoom in the same direction. 12 Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Press enter to go to access the compass menu. PAN TRACK LOG-use to any point along the track. CALIBRATE-hold the Foretrex level and slowly turn in two full circles in or out. NORTH UP shows North at the...
Owner's Manual
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... data fields on the trip computer page. Here you can clear the track log, pan and trackback, save a track, list saved tracks, or delete all routes. SETUP-customize settings for more information on changing data fields. See page 15 for the Foretrex. 13 VIEW POINTS-view the data points on changing data fields. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Settings See page 15 for more information on the elevation page. See page 8 for more information. TRACKS-manage your location. Elevation Menu Options On the elevation page, press enter to reset the trip data and the altimeter data...
... data fields on the trip computer page. Here you can clear the track log, pan and trackback, save a track, list saved tracks, or delete all routes. SETUP-customize settings for more information on changing data fields. See page 15 for the Foretrex. 13 VIEW POINTS-view the data points on changing data fields. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Settings See page 15 for more information on the elevation page. See page 8 for more information. TRACKS-manage your location. Elevation Menu Options On the elevation page, press enter to reset the trip data and the altimeter data...
Owner's Manual
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... • DISPLAY-adjust backlight and display contrast. • UNITS-set preferences for distance/speed, elevation, vertical speed, and pressure. • HEADING-customize compass settings and calibrate the compass. • SYSTEM-set position format and map datum. Select units of measurement for the GPS mode, the beeper, the battery, the language, and the interface. You can also enter owner information, such as your location. Settings • TIME-select a 12-hour or 24-hour format, and the time zone for route leg transition. • MAP-select NORTH UP or TRACK UP and turn auto zoom...
... • DISPLAY-adjust backlight and display contrast. • UNITS-set preferences for distance/speed, elevation, vertical speed, and pressure. • HEADING-customize compass settings and calibrate the compass. • SYSTEM-set position format and map datum. Select units of measurement for the GPS mode, the beeper, the battery, the language, and the interface. You can also enter owner information, such as your location. Settings • TIME-select a 12-hour or 24-hour format, and the time zone for route leg transition. • MAP-select NORTH UP or TRACK UP and turn auto zoom...
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... on the Foretrex 401. See page 21. Data Field AMB PRESS* (ambient pressure) AVG ASCENT AVG DESCNT (average descent) BAROMETER* Description The uncalibrated current pressure. GPS-view the satellite signal strength or the satellite sky view. The average vertical distance of ascent. See page 25. Set the jump type and information. BEARING The direction from your current location to compatible Garmin devices, compatible accessories, or receive data wirelessly. JUMPMASTER-enter the Jumpmaster setting. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual 15
... on the Foretrex 401. See page 21. Data Field AMB PRESS* (ambient pressure) AVG ASCENT AVG DESCNT (average descent) BAROMETER* Description The uncalibrated current pressure. GPS-view the satellite signal strength or the satellite sky view. The average vertical distance of ascent. See page 25. Set the jump type and information. BEARING The direction from your current location to compatible Garmin devices, compatible accessories, or receive data wirelessly. JUMPMASTER-enter the Jumpmaster setting. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual 15
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... menu, select ROUTES > LIST SAVED. 2. From the route menu, select OPTIONS > SEND. When connected, a "RECEIVING DATA" message appears. To send a route: 1. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual 23 Wireless Data Transfers The Foretrex 401 can send and receive waypoints, routes, and tracks wirelessly from a compatible Garmin device. From the track menu, select OPTIONS > SEND. To receive data: 1. From the waypoint menu, select OPTIONS > SEND. From the main menu, select WAYPOINTS > LIST ALL. 2. Select the route you want to send. 3. From the main menu, select CONNECT > RECEIVE...
... menu, select ROUTES > LIST SAVED. 2. From the route menu, select OPTIONS > SEND. When connected, a "RECEIVING DATA" message appears. To send a route: 1. Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual 23 Wireless Data Transfers The Foretrex 401 can send and receive waypoints, routes, and tracks wirelessly from a compatible Garmin device. From the track menu, select OPTIONS > SEND. To receive data: 1. From the waypoint menu, select OPTIONS > SEND. From the main menu, select WAYPOINTS > LIST ALL. 2. Select the route you want to send. 3. From the main menu, select CONNECT > RECEIVE...
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... locked up, press and hold enter on startup until the screen goes blank (about 7 seconds). Select SETUP > HEADING > COMPASS > OFF. Clearing User Data NOTICE: This deletes all user data, press and hold page and simultaneously until the message appears. 26 Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Consider the following suggestions to maximize battery life: Resetting the Foretrex If your data or settings. • Excessive use of your Foretrex is not being used (Foretrex 401 only). Appendix Optimizing Battery...
... locked up, press and hold enter on startup until the screen goes blank (about 7 seconds). Select SETUP > HEADING > COMPASS > OFF. Clearing User Data NOTICE: This deletes all user data, press and hold page and simultaneously until the message appears. 26 Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Consider the following suggestions to maximize battery life: Resetting the Foretrex If your data or settings. • Excessive use of your Foretrex is not being used (Foretrex 401 only). Appendix Optimizing Battery...
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...contacting Garmin i custom data fields 15 A accessories ii, 22 altimeter 7, 14 B backlight 3 barometric altimeter 7, 14 battery 2 life 26 type 25 buttons 2 D data, transferring 23 data fields 15 changing 12, 13 distance measuring 5 E elevation page 6 plot 13 zoom 13 C cadence sensor 22 compass calibrating 6 options 12 page 6 connecting computer 24 unit to unit 24 F files adding 24 transferring 23 G Garmin Product Support i GPS acquiring signals 3 mode 21 Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Index modes 15 reception 21 sky view 21 GSC 10 16, 22 H heart rate monitor 22 L language 14 M main menu...
...contacting Garmin i custom data fields 15 A accessories ii, 22 altimeter 7, 14 B backlight 3 barometric altimeter 7, 14 battery 2 life 26 type 25 buttons 2 D data, transferring 23 data fields 15 changing 12, 13 distance measuring 5 E elevation page 6 plot 13 zoom 13 C cadence sensor 22 compass calibrating 6 options 12 page 6 connecting computer 24 unit to unit 24 F files adding 24 transferring 23 G Garmin Product Support i GPS acquiring signals 3 mode 21 Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual Index modes 15 reception 21 sky view 21 GSC 10 16, 22 H heart rate monitor 22 L language 14 M main menu...
Quick Start Manual
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... main menu displays the current date and time along the top of menu options. Select OK. Elevation Page (401 only) The elevation page shows your current speed, average speed, maximum speed, trip odometer, and other helpful statistics. Trip Computer The trip computer displays your elevation. Use to select from the list. Foretrex 301/401 Quick Start Manual Marking Waypoints Waypoints are locations you access to see more information on -screen instructions. Select the waypoint from the list of the screen. Use to scroll to setup screens including waypoints, tracks, and routes...
... main menu displays the current date and time along the top of menu options. Select OK. Elevation Page (401 only) The elevation page shows your current speed, average speed, maximum speed, trip odometer, and other helpful statistics. Trip Computer The trip computer displays your elevation. Use to select from the list. Foretrex 301/401 Quick Start Manual Marking Waypoints Waypoints are locations you access to see more information on -screen instructions. Select the waypoint from the list of the screen. Use to scroll to setup screens including waypoints, tracks, and routes...
Quick Start Manual
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... to edit the field. Press enter to set a beginning point and an ending point. 4. Use or enter to select the waypoint you want to edit. 3. Select DELETE > YES. Select SAVE TRACK. 3 Use and enter to edit. 4. Press enter to them at another time. 1. Recording your Tracks The Foretrex records a track log while you want to a saved track: 1. Select the track. 3. Foretrex 301/401 Quick Start Manual From the main menu, select WAYPOINTS > LIST ALL. 2. Select the name, symbol, elevation, or latitude/longitude. Select WAYPOINTS > LIST ALL. 2. You can save these tracks and navigate...
... to edit the field. Press enter to set a beginning point and an ending point. 4. Use or enter to select the waypoint you want to edit. 3. Select DELETE > YES. Select SAVE TRACK. 3 Use and enter to edit. 4. Press enter to them at another time. 1. Recording your Tracks The Foretrex records a track log while you want to a saved track: 1. Select the track. 3. Foretrex 301/401 Quick Start Manual From the main menu, select WAYPOINTS > LIST ALL. 2. Select the name, symbol, elevation, or latitude/longitude. Select WAYPOINTS > LIST ALL. 2. You can save these tracks and navigate...
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... your saved waypoints. 3. Plug the small end of the Foretrex (under the weather cap). Foretrex 301/401 Quick Start Manual To adjust the backlight time: 1. Use to access your computer with a USB cable. Creating and Navigating Routes 1. Select FOLLOW. This is also not compatible with Windows® 95, 98, Me, or NT. Connecting Your Foretrex to a Computer You can use the Foretrex as a USB mass storage device by connecting it to turn off the backlight before the automatic light...
... your saved waypoints. 3. Plug the small end of the Foretrex (under the weather cap). Foretrex 301/401 Quick Start Manual To adjust the backlight time: 1. Use to access your computer with a USB cable. Creating and Navigating Routes 1. Select FOLLOW. This is also not compatible with Windows® 95, 98, Me, or NT. Connecting Your Foretrex to a Computer You can use the Foretrex as a USB mass storage device by connecting it to turn off the backlight before the automatic light...
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...OPTIONS > SEND. 2. Wireless Data Transfers The Foretrex 401 can be found in My Computer on Windows computers and as a mounted volume on your computer. 3. To send a waypoint: 1. To receive data: 1. From the main menu, select TRACKS > LIST ALL. 2. Select the route you want to send. 3. A "TRANSFER COMPLETE" message appears when data is received. Select the waypoint you want to send. 3. From the waypoint menu, select OPTIONS > SEND. Select the track you want to enter mass storage mode. Foretrex 301/401 Quick Start Manual 2. From the main menu, select CONNECT > RECEIVE...
...OPTIONS > SEND. 2. Wireless Data Transfers The Foretrex 401 can be found in My Computer on Windows computers and as a mounted volume on your computer. 3. To send a waypoint: 1. To receive data: 1. From the main menu, select TRACKS > LIST ALL. 2. Select the route you want to send. 3. A "TRANSFER COMPLETE" message appears when data is received. Select the waypoint you want to send. 3. From the waypoint menu, select OPTIONS > SEND. Select the track you want to enter mass storage mode. Foretrex 301/401 Quick Start Manual 2. From the main menu, select CONNECT > RECEIVE...
