Important Product and Safety Information (Multilingual)
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...notice is not designed to replace the need for more information. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for navigator attentiveness regarding road closures or road conditions, traffic congestion, weather conditions, or other batteries presents a risk of the road or interfere with vehicle operating controls, such...out of vision the vehicle is designed to provide route suggestions. cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. Battery Warnings Your GPS unit uses user-replaceable batteries. NOTE: Refer to your product's owner's manual to determine if your local waste disposal department to properly...
...notice is not designed to replace the need for more information. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for navigator attentiveness regarding road closures or road conditions, traffic congestion, weather conditions, or other batteries presents a risk of the road or interfere with vehicle operating controls, such...out of vision the vehicle is designed to provide route suggestions. cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. Battery Warnings Your GPS unit uses user-replaceable batteries. NOTE: Refer to your product's owner's manual to determine if your local waste disposal department to properly...
Important Product and Safety Information (Multilingual)
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... to the consumer. Some state laws prohibit drivers from the GPS unit. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Where required, other states have the battery removed and recycled. Garmin does not assume any responsibility for Class B digital devices FOR... FCC interference limits for any fines, penalties, or damages that may cause undesired operation. This product does not contain any interference received, including interference that does not obstruct the driver's view of the following conditions: (1) this device may cause harmful interference to...
... to the consumer. Some state laws prohibit drivers from the GPS unit. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Where required, other states have the battery removed and recycled. Garmin does not assume any responsibility for Class B digital devices FOR... FCC interference limits for any fines, penalties, or damages that may cause undesired operation. This product does not contain any interference received, including interference that does not obstruct the driver's view of the following conditions: (1) this device may cause harmful interference to...
Owner's Manual
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by phone at http://buy.garmin.com. Remove batteries as indicated on page 2. Optional Accessories For a list of your Oregon. Contact Garmin Contact Garmin Product Support if you have any questions while using your Oregon is located in -country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. In the USA, go to www...
by phone at http://buy.garmin.com. Remove batteries as indicated on page 2. Optional Accessories For a list of your Oregon. Contact Garmin Contact Garmin Product Support if you have any questions while using your Oregon is located in -country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. In the USA, go to www...
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Table of Contents Introduction i Tips and Shortcuts i Manual Conventions i Product Registration i Contact Garmin ii Optional Accessories ii Oregon Series Features iii Caring for the Oregon vi Getting Started 1 Battery Information 2 Turning On and Off the Oregon 2 Adjusting the Backlight Level..... 3 Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals 3 Locking the Screen 3 Basic Navigation 4 Accessing Applications from the Main menu 4... 18 Using the Camera 19 Viewing Images 20 Calculating the Size of an Area 20 Other Tools 21 Monitoring Satellite Reception 21 iv Oregon Series Owner's Manual
Table of Contents Introduction i Tips and Shortcuts i Manual Conventions i Product Registration i Contact Garmin ii Optional Accessories ii Oregon Series Features iii Caring for the Oregon vi Getting Started 1 Battery Information 2 Turning On and Off the Oregon 2 Adjusting the Backlight Level..... 3 Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals 3 Locking the Screen 3 Basic Navigation 4 Accessing Applications from the Main menu 4... 18 Using the Camera 19 Viewing Images 20 Calculating the Size of an Area 20 Other Tools 21 Monitoring Satellite Reception 21 iv Oregon Series Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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Trip Computer 22 GPS Games 23 Geocaches 23 Wherigo 23 Customizing the Oregon.. 24 Changing the Profile 24 Setting Up Profiles 24 Using System Setup 25 Customizing the Display.......... 26 Map Setup 26 Tracks Setup 27... 34 Appendix 35 Specifications 35 Using Demo Mode 36 Connecting Your Oregon to a Computer 37 Installing a microSD™ Card...... 37 Transferring Tracks, Routes, or Waypoints 38 Loading and Deleting Files...... 39 Optimizing Battery Life 39 Restoring Factory Default Settings 40 Attaching the Carabiner........... 41 Calibrating the Touchscreen 41 Software License...
Trip Computer 22 GPS Games 23 Geocaches 23 Wherigo 23 Customizing the Oregon.. 24 Changing the Profile 24 Setting Up Profiles 24 Using System Setup 25 Customizing the Display.......... 26 Map Setup 26 Tracks Setup 27... 34 Appendix 35 Specifications 35 Using Demo Mode 36 Connecting Your Oregon to a Computer 37 Installing a microSD™ Card...... 37 Transferring Tracks, Routes, or Waypoints 38 Loading and Deleting Files...... 39 Optimizing Battery Life 39 Restoring Factory Default Settings 40 Attaching the Carabiner........... 41 Calibrating the Touchscreen 41 Software License...
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Getting Started Power key Touchscreen Getting Started Battery cover Mounting spine Latch mini-USB connector (under weather cap) Oregon Series Owner's Manual
Getting Started Power key Touchscreen Getting Started Battery cover Mounting spine Latch mini-USB connector (under weather cap) Oregon Series Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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... and hold . 2. Use precharged NiMH or lithium batteries for several months. Touch Setup > System > Battery Type. 2. Insert the batteries, observing polarity. 3. Getting Started Battery Information Oregon units operate on the Oregon, press . 2. Turning On and Off the Oregon 1. Stored data is not lost when batteries are not recommended for Oregon 550 units when using the camera feature. Use alkaline...
... and hold . 2. Use precharged NiMH or lithium batteries for several months. Touch Setup > System > Battery Type. 2. Insert the batteries, observing polarity. 3. Getting Started Battery Information Oregon units operate on the Oregon, press . 2. Turning On and Off the Oregon 1. Stored data is not lost when batteries are not recommended for Oregon 550 units when using the camera feature. Use alkaline...
Owner's Manual
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..., such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines. If "Calibration Failed" appears, touch OK, and repeat the process. 10 Oregon Series Owner's Manual For all Oregons except the 550 or 550t, hold the middle of the compass. 2. To calibrate the electronic compass: 1. "Too Fast," or.... Calibrate the compass after moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes greater than 20°F (11°C), or changing the batteries. OR From the Compass page, touch and hold the device level while calibrating. Basic Navigation Calibrating the Compass Calibrate the electronic compass...
..., such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines. If "Calibration Failed" appears, touch OK, and repeat the process. 10 Oregon Series Owner's Manual For all Oregons except the 550 or 550t, hold the middle of the compass. 2. To calibrate the electronic compass: 1. "Too Fast," or.... Calibrate the compass after moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes greater than 20°F (11°C), or changing the batteries. OR From the Compass page, touch and hold the device level while calibrating. Basic Navigation Calibrating the Compass Calibrate the electronic compass...
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... (GPS off). Changing the text language does not change the language of location and velocity information. • RTCM -receive differential corrections from a RTCM beacon. Using System Setup Touch Setup > System. Language-select the text language on the Oregon. Customizing the Oregon Tones-turn audible tones On or Off. Interface-set the Oregon serial interface: • Garmin...
... (GPS off). Changing the text language does not change the language of location and velocity information. • RTCM -receive differential corrections from a RTCM beacon. Using System Setup Touch Setup > System. Language-select the text language on the Oregon. Customizing the Oregon Tones-turn audible tones On or Off. Interface-set the Oregon serial interface: • Garmin...
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...from 3 to 5 m) 95% typical (WAAS accuracy in . Appendix Power Source: Two AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, lithium, or precharged NiMH) alkaline not recommended for Oregon 550 and 550t Battery Life: Up to 16 hours Accuracy GPS: < 33 ft. (10 m) 95% typical* *Subject to accuracy degradation to 70°C)*... *The temperature rating of the Oregon may exceed the usable range of some batteries. DGPS: from 10 to 16...
...from 3 to 5 m) 95% typical (WAAS accuracy in . Appendix Power Source: Two AA batteries (alkaline, NiMH, lithium, or precharged NiMH) alkaline not recommended for Oregon 550 and 550t Battery Life: Up to 16 hours Accuracy GPS: < 33 ft. (10 m) 95% typical* *Subject to accuracy degradation to 70°C)*... *The temperature rating of the Oregon may exceed the usable range of some batteries. DGPS: from 10 to 16...
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... (± 3 m)* Resolution: 1 ft. (.3 m) Range: from -610 to 9144 m) *Subject to navigate using Demo mode because the GPS receiver is turned off for use indoors or for practice. Caution: Do not try to proper user calibration. Any satellite signal-strength bars shown are ...Demo Mode Demo mode turns the GPS receiver off . Appendix Interfaces: Garmin Proprietary serial, USB mass storage device, NMEA 0183 Data Storage Life: Indefinite; Oregon Series Owner's Manual no memory battery required Map Storage: Internal or microSD Card Performance Receiver: more than 12 channel WAAS enabled...
... (± 3 m)* Resolution: 1 ft. (.3 m) Range: from -610 to 9144 m) *Subject to navigate using Demo mode because the GPS receiver is turned off for use indoors or for practice. Caution: Do not try to proper user calibration. Any satellite signal-strength bars shown are ...Demo Mode Demo mode turns the GPS receiver off . Appendix Interfaces: Garmin Proprietary serial, USB mass storage device, NMEA 0183 Data Storage Life: Indefinite; Oregon Series Owner's Manual no memory battery required Map Storage: Internal or microSD Card Performance Receiver: more than 12 channel WAAS enabled...
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... connector on the bottom of the Oregon. 2. Connecting Your Oregon to a Computer You can connect the Oregon to http://buy.garmin.com for compatible map products. Appendix Installing a microSD™ Card The Oregon microSD data card tray is located beneath the AA batteries. Lift the latch on , touch Setup > System > GPS > Demo Mode. To turn Demo Mode...
... connector on the bottom of the Oregon. 2. Connecting Your Oregon to a Computer You can connect the Oregon to http://buy.garmin.com for compatible map products. Appendix Installing a microSD™ Card The Oregon microSD data card tray is located beneath the AA batteries. Lift the latch on , touch Setup > System > GPS > Demo Mode. To turn Demo Mode...
Owner's Manual
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... transfer tracks, routes, or waypoints to the Oregon, install the Garmin Communicator plug-in from the microSD card tray. 5. Turn the Oregon on the MapSource Transfer menu. Click Receive From Device... To remove the microSD card, ...Oregon to store files such as images, Wherigo cartridges, geocaches, routes, waypoints, and custom POIs. 38 Transferring Tracks, Routes, or Waypoints Tracks, routes, and waypoints (including geocache sites) can be transferred between your computer. 4. on . 3. Appendix metal cover microSD card tray microSD card 4. Replace the batteries and the battery...
... transfer tracks, routes, or waypoints to the Oregon, install the Garmin Communicator plug-in from the microSD card tray. 5. Turn the Oregon on the MapSource Transfer menu. Click Receive From Device... To remove the microSD card, ...Oregon to store files such as images, Wherigo cartridges, geocaches, routes, waypoints, and custom POIs. 38 Transferring Tracks, Routes, or Waypoints Tracks, routes, and waypoints (including geocache sites) can be transferred between your computer. 4. on . 3. Appendix metal cover microSD card tray microSD card 4. Replace the batteries and the battery...
Owner's Manual
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...is not recoverable. Remove the battery cover and insert a microSD card (page 37). 2. Copy the file from the Oregon or microSD card: 1. It is provided by lithium batteries, precharged (ready-to the Oregon and your computer keyboard. Paste the file into the Garmin or the microSD card/volume.... To load a file onto the Oregon or microSD card: 1. Open the Garmin or SD card drive/...
...is not recoverable. Remove the battery cover and insert a microSD card (page 37). 2. Copy the file from the Oregon or microSD card: 1. It is provided by lithium batteries, precharged (ready-to the Oregon and your computer keyboard. Paste the file into the Garmin or the microSD card/volume.... To load a file onto the Oregon or microSD card: 1. Open the Garmin or SD card drive/...
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... (page 25).Turn electronic compass off if not needed (page 31). • If you have made using the Oregon extensively in your Oregon to maximize battery life: • Do not adjust the backlight more than is necessary (page 3). Restoring Factory Default Settings You can... restore your automobile, consider purchasing a vehicle power cable (http://buy.garmin. Changes you plan on using Setup are restored to Factory Settings > Yes. 40 Oregon...
... (page 25).Turn electronic compass off if not needed (page 31). • If you have made using the Oregon extensively in your Oregon to maximize battery life: • Do not adjust the backlight more than is necessary (page 3). Restoring Factory Default Settings You can... restore your automobile, consider purchasing a vehicle power cable (http://buy.garmin. Changes you plan on using Setup are restored to Factory Settings > Yes. 40 Oregon...
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...zoom 27 avoidance setup 29 B background dashboard 22 screen 26 backlight 3 timeout 26 barometer mode 32 battery 2 optimal battery type 39 bearing 31 C cadence sensor 33 calibration altimeter 33 compass 10 camera 19 carabiner 41 Communicator Garmin 23 compass calibration 10 north reference 31 course 31 D data fields changing 8, 12, 18, ... or variable 32 elevation/distance 32 elevation/time 32 elevation plot 17 customizing 32 F factory settings 40 fitness setup 33 fixed elevation 32 G Garmin serial 25 Garmin spanner 25 geocaches 23 GPS setting 25 grid north 31 Oregon Series Owner's Manual 43
...zoom 27 avoidance setup 29 B background dashboard 22 screen 26 backlight 3 timeout 26 barometer mode 32 battery 2 optimal battery type 39 bearing 31 C cadence sensor 33 calibration altimeter 33 compass 10 camera 19 carabiner 41 Communicator Garmin 23 compass calibration 10 north reference 31 course 31 D data fields changing 8, 12, 18, ... or variable 32 elevation/distance 32 elevation/time 32 elevation plot 17 customizing 32 F factory settings 40 fitness setup 33 fixed elevation 32 G Garmin serial 25 Garmin spanner 25 geocaches 23 GPS setting 25 grid north 31 Oregon Series Owner's Manual 43
Quick Reference Guide
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... units when using the camera feature. To install the batteries: 1. Replace the battery cover and push the latch down. Standard alkaline batteries are not recommended for best results. Lift the latch and remove the battery cover. 2. Touch Setup > System > Battery Type. 2. Select Alkaline, Lithium, or NiMH. Oregon Series Quick Start Manual See the Important Safety and...
... units when using the camera feature. To install the batteries: 1. Replace the battery cover and push the latch down. Standard alkaline batteries are not recommended for best results. Lift the latch and remove the battery cover. 2. Touch Setup > System > Battery Type. 2. Select Alkaline, Lithium, or NiMH. Oregon Series Quick Start Manual See the Important Safety and...
Quick Reference Guide
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...or Unlock Screen). Oregon Series Quick Start Manual To acquire GPS satellite signals: 1. To turn on the Oregon, press . 2. Touch or to zoom. 4. While the Oregon is on or off the Oregon, press and hold . Acquiring satellite signals can take a few minutes. The bars on the Oregon. When the ...adjust the backlight level: 1. Touch Map. Your current location is not lost when batteries are green, the Oregon has acquired satellite signals. Touch or to adjust the brightness levels. CAUTION: Remove batteries when you do not plan to use the map: 1. Turn on the Main ...
...or Unlock Screen). Oregon Series Quick Start Manual To acquire GPS satellite signals: 1. To turn on the Oregon, press . 2. Touch or to zoom. 4. While the Oregon is on or off the Oregon, press and hold . Acquiring satellite signals can take a few minutes. The bars on the Oregon. When the ...adjust the backlight level: 1. Touch Map. Your current location is not lost when batteries are green, the Oregon has acquired satellite signals. Touch or to adjust the brightness levels. CAUTION: Remove batteries when you do not plan to use the map: 1. Turn on the Main ...
Quick Reference Guide
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To view the compass: Note: the Oregon 200 series has only a GPS compass and does not include an electronic compass. 1. While outdoors, hold the compass level when navigating. Touch Start and follow the on-screen directions. For the Oregon 300, and 400 series, hold the Oregon level and do not stand near objects that direction.... 3. If it points any other direction, turn toward your destination, regardless of the compass, you are moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes, or changing the batteries. Touch Compass. 2. Oregon Series Quick Start Manual
To view the compass: Note: the Oregon 200 series has only a GPS compass and does not include an electronic compass. 1. While outdoors, hold the compass level when navigating. Touch Start and follow the on-screen directions. For the Oregon 300, and 400 series, hold the Oregon level and do not stand near objects that direction.... 3. If it points any other direction, turn toward your destination, regardless of the compass, you are moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes, or changing the batteries. Touch Compass. 2. Oregon Series Quick Start Manual