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...16 Map 16 Compass 17 Elevation Plot 19 Trip Computer 20 eTrex Owner's Manual Table of Contents Geocaches 21 Downloading Geocaches 21 Filtering the Geocache List..........21 Navigating to a Geocache............22 Logging the Attempt 22 chirp 23 Applications 24 Sharing Data 24 Setting a Proximity Alarm 24 Calculating the Size of Contents Getting Started 5 Device Overview 5 Using the eTrex Keys 6 Battery Information 7 Turning the Device On or Off.........8 Satellite Signals 8 Registering Your Device 8 Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks 9 Waypoints 9 Using Sight 'N Go 10 Where...
...16 Map 16 Compass 17 Elevation Plot 19 Trip Computer 20 eTrex Owner's Manual Table of Contents Geocaches 21 Downloading Geocaches 21 Filtering the Geocache List..........21 Navigating to a Geocache............22 Logging the Attempt 22 chirp 23 Applications 24 Sharing Data 24 Setting a Proximity Alarm 24 Calculating the Size of Contents Getting Started 5 Device Overview 5 Using the eTrex Keys 6 Battery Information 7 Turning the Device On or Off.........8 Satellite Signals 8 Registering Your Device 8 Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks 9 Waypoints 9 Using Sight 'N Go 10 Where...
Owner's Manual
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... Tracks Settings 32 Changing the Units of Measure...33 Time Settings 33 Position Format Settings 33 Heading Settings 34 Altimeter Settings 34 Geocaching Settings 35 Routing Settings 36 Marine Map Settings 37 Fitness 38 Resetting Data 38 Changing the Page Sequence.....39 Device Information 40 Adjusting the Screen 40 Updating the Software 40 Viewing Device Information..........40 Specifications 41 About the Batteries 41 Caring for the Device 42 Data Management 43 Appendix 46 Optional Accessories 46 Data Field Options 47 Troubleshooting 52 Index 54 4 eTrex Owner's Manual
... Tracks Settings 32 Changing the Units of Measure...33 Time Settings 33 Position Format Settings 33 Heading Settings 34 Altimeter Settings 34 Geocaching Settings 35 Routing Settings 36 Marine Map Settings 37 Fitness 38 Resetting Data 38 Changing the Page Sequence.....39 Device Information 40 Adjusting the Screen 40 Updating the Software 40 Viewing Device Information..........40 Specifications 41 About the Batteries 41 Caring for the Device 42 Data Management 43 Appendix 46 Optional Accessories 46 Data Field Options 47 Troubleshooting 52 Index 54 4 eTrex Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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...; When using your device the first time, you should complete these tasks to set up the device and get to a destination (page 16). 9. Register the device (page 8). 5. Calibrate the compass (page 17). ➊ Zoom keys ➋ Back key ➌ Thumb Stick™ ➍ Menu key ➎ /Backlight key eTrex Owner's Manual 5 Record a track (page 14). 8. Install the batteries (page 7). 2. Navigate to know the basic features. 1. Turn on the device (page 8). 3. Create a route (page 12). 7. Acquire satellites (page 8). 4. Mark a waypoint (page...
...; When using your device the first time, you should complete these tasks to set up the device and get to a destination (page 16). 9. Register the device (page 8). 5. Calibrate the compass (page 17). ➊ Zoom keys ➋ Back key ➌ Thumb Stick™ ➍ Menu key ➎ /Backlight key eTrex Owner's Manual 5 Record a track (page 14). 8. Install the batteries (page 7). 2. Navigate to know the basic features. 1. Turn on the device (page 8). 3. Create a route (page 12). 7. Acquire satellites (page 8). 4. Mark a waypoint (page...
Owner's Manual
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...Select a route. 3. Select back to view additional details. Select a point in the route to save the route. Editing a Route 1. Select Edit Route. 4. Select View Map. Select a route. 3. Select Reverse Route. Select Route Planner. 2. Select an option: • To view the point on the map, select Review. • To change the order of the point on the route, select Move Down or Move Up. • To add an additional point on the Map 1. Select Route Planner. 2. Viewing the Active Route 1. Select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Reversing a Route 1. eTrex Owner's Manual...
...Select a route. 3. Select back to view additional details. Select a point in the route to save the route. Editing a Route 1. Select Edit Route. 4. Select View Map. Select a route. 3. Select Reverse Route. Select Route Planner. 2. Select an option: • To view the point on the map, select Review. • To change the order of the point on the route, select Move Down or Move Up. • To add an additional point on the Map 1. Select Route Planner. 2. Viewing the Active Route 1. Select Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Reversing a Route 1. eTrex Owner's Manual...
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...the device turned on the map indicates your track. 3. Select Record Method. 4. NOTE: Using the Most Often interval provides the most track detail, but fills up the device memory quicker. • Enter a time or distance, and select Done. The track log contains information about points along the recorded path, including time, location, and elevation for each point. Select Record Interval. 6. eTrex Owner's Manual Select an option: • To record tracks at a variable rate that creates an optimum representation of your path. Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks Tracks A track is created...
...the device turned on the map indicates your track. 3. Select Record Method. 4. NOTE: Using the Most Often interval provides the most track detail, but fills up the device memory quicker. • Enter a time or distance, and select Done. The track log contains information about points along the recorded path, including time, location, and elevation for each point. Select Record Interval. 6. eTrex Owner's Manual Select an option: • To record tracks at a variable rate that creates an optimum representation of your path. Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks Tracks A track is created...
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... Track. 2. Clearing the Current Track Select Setup > Reset > Clear Current Track > Yes. Select a track. 3. Select menu > Review Track. Select Track Manager. 2. Select a saved track. 3. Select View Map. Information about the track is called the current track. 1. Select a track. 3. eTrex Owner's Manual 15 Select Track Manager. 2. Select Track Manager. 2. Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks Viewing the Elevation Plot of the track are marked by flags. 4. Deleting a Track 1. Viewing Track Information 1. Select Archive. Select Delete > Yes. Select a track. 3. Select Track...
... Track. 2. Clearing the Current Track Select Setup > Reset > Clear Current Track > Yes. Select a track. 3. Select menu > Review Track. Select Track Manager. 2. Select a saved track. 3. Select View Map. Information about the track is called the current track. 1. Select a track. 3. eTrex Owner's Manual 15 Select Track Manager. 2. Select Track Manager. 2. Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks Viewing the Elevation Plot of the track are marked by flags. 4. Deleting a Track 1. Viewing Track Information 1. Select Archive. Select Delete > Yes. Select a track. 3. Select Track...
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... plot. eTrex Owner's Manual 19 To customize the elevation plot, see page 34. Select Elevation Plot > menu > Change Plot Type. 2. between dots on the course deviation indicator. Begin navigation to the destination (page 18). Resetting the Elevation Plot Select Elevation Plot > menu > Reset > Clear Current Track > Yes. Select Compass. 3. Use the course pointer to navigate to a destination (page 16). 2. Details about a Point on the Plot Select an individual point on the eTrex 30. By default, the elevation plot displays the elevation for an elapsed time. Select an...
... plot. eTrex Owner's Manual 19 To customize the elevation plot, see page 34. Select Elevation Plot > menu > Change Plot Type. 2. between dots on the course deviation indicator. Begin navigation to the destination (page 18). Resetting the Elevation Plot Select Elevation Plot > menu > Reset > Clear Current Track > Yes. Select Compass. 3. Use the course pointer to navigate to a destination (page 16). 2. Details about a Point on the Plot Select an individual point on the eTrex 30. By default, the elevation plot displays the elevation for an elapsed time. Select an...
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.... Select Alarm Clock. 2. The alarm sounds at the alarm time, the device turns on at a specific time. 1. Satellite Page The satellite page shows your current track toward the top of that satellite (eTrex 20/30). If necessary, select Multicolor to assign a specific color to the satellite in the view and to the signal strength bar of the screen. 3. Select Turn Alarm On. 4. Turning Off GPS Select Satellite > menu > Use With GPS Off. 26 eTrex Owner's Manual Select the clock numbers to set the device to turn on and sounds the alarm. Select Satellite > menu...
.... Select Alarm Clock. 2. The alarm sounds at the alarm time, the device turns on at a specific time. 1. Satellite Page The satellite page shows your current track toward the top of that satellite (eTrex 20/30). If necessary, select Multicolor to assign a specific color to the satellite in the view and to the signal strength bar of the screen. 3. Select Turn Alarm On. 4. Turning Off GPS Select Satellite > menu > Use With GPS Off. 26 eTrex Owner's Manual Select the clock numbers to set the device to turn on and sounds the alarm. Select Satellite > menu...
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..., compass, and trip computer. Customizing Specific Pages Data fields display information about your location or other specified data. Select Map > menu > Setup Map > Data Fields. 2. Changing the Data Fields Before you must enable them (page 28). 1. Select a data field to save the changes. 28 eTrex Owner's Manual For data field descriptions, see page 47. 4. Select a data field type. Select Map > menu > Change Data Fields. 2. You can customize the data fields and dashboards of data fields. Customizing Your Device Customizing Your Device Customizing the Main Menu Select menu...
..., compass, and trip computer. Customizing Specific Pages Data fields display information about your location or other specified data. Select Map > menu > Setup Map > Data Fields. 2. Changing the Data Fields Before you must enable them (page 28). 1. Select a data field to save the changes. 28 eTrex Owner's Manual For data field descriptions, see page 47. 4. Select a data field type. Select Map > menu > Change Data Fields. 2. You can customize the data fields and dashboards of data fields. Customizing Your Device Customizing Your Device Customizing the Main Menu Select menu...
Owner's Manual
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Customizing Your Device Editing a Profile Name 1. Deleting a Profile 1. Display Settings Select Setup > Display. • Backlight Timeout-adjusts the length of AA battery you to select the type of time before the backlight turns off ). Enter the new name. 5. Select a profile. 3. For information about WAAS, go to Normal, WAAS/EGNOS (Wide Area Augmentation System/European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service), or Demo Mode (GPS off . Select Done. Select Setup > Profiles. 2. Select Delete > Yes. Select a profile. 3. System Settings Select Setup > System. • GPS-sets ...
Customizing Your Device Editing a Profile Name 1. Deleting a Profile 1. Display Settings Select Setup > Display. • Backlight Timeout-adjusts the length of AA battery you to select the type of time before the backlight turns off ). Enter the new name. 5. Select a profile. 3. For information about WAAS, go to Normal, WAAS/EGNOS (Wide Area Augmentation System/European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service), or Demo Mode (GPS off . Select Done. Select Setup > Profiles. 2. Select Delete > Yes. Select a profile. 3. System Settings Select Setup > System. • GPS-sets ...
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...• Auto Archive-selects an automatic archive method to select the time zone for the device. Position Format Settings Note: Do not change the position format or the map datum coordinate system unless you to organize your GPS position. Select Setup > Units. 2. You can customize units of the track line on your tracks. Select Setup > Position Format. • Position Format-sets the position format in which a given location reading appears. Tracks are using a map or chart that specifies a different position format. Select a measurement type. 3. eTrex Owner's Manual 33
...• Auto Archive-selects an automatic archive method to select the time zone for the device. Position Format Settings Note: Do not change the position format or the map datum coordinate system unless you to organize your GPS position. Select Setup > Units. 2. You can customize units of the track line on your tracks. Select Setup > Position Format. • Position Format-sets the position format in which a given location reading appears. Tracks are using a map or chart that specifies a different position format. Select a measurement type. 3. eTrex Owner's Manual 33
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... eTrex Owner's Manual Customizing Your Device • Map Datum-sets the coordinate system on the eTrex 30. Select Setup > Altimeter. • Auto Calibration-allows the altimeter to a GPS compass when you to select how the course appears. ◦◦ Bearing (Small or Large)- The default coordinate system is available on the compass. • North Reference-sets the north reference of the compass. • Go To Line (Pointer)-allows you are traveling at a higher rate of speed for a set period of directional heading on the eTrex 30. Altimeter Settings...
... eTrex Owner's Manual Customizing Your Device • Map Datum-sets the coordinate system on the eTrex 30. Select Setup > Altimeter. • Auto Calibration-allows the altimeter to a GPS compass when you to select how the course appears. ◦◦ Bearing (Small or Large)- The default coordinate system is available on the compass. • North Reference-sets the north reference of the compass. • Go To Line (Pointer)-allows you are traveling at a higher rate of speed for a set period of directional heading on the eTrex 30. Altimeter Settings...
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... on memory cards. File Types The device supports these file types. • Files from BaseCamp™ or HomePort™ Go to http://www.garmin.com. • GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader • GPX geocache files Device Information Installing a microSD Card The eTrex 20 and eTrex 30 can use microSD cards for more information. 1. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up , as instructed in the battery compartment. ➊➋ eTrex Owner's Manual 43 Slide the card holder...
... on memory cards. File Types The device supports these file types. • Files from BaseCamp™ or HomePort™ Go to http://www.garmin.com. • GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader • GPX geocache files Device Information Installing a microSD Card The eTrex 20 and eTrex 30 can use microSD cards for more information. 1. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up , as instructed in the battery compartment. ➊➋ eTrex Owner's Manual 43 Slide the card holder...
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... a new removable disk drive in USB mass computer appears. Take your data or settings. last long. Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Solution The device does not respond. Reinstall the batteries. Note: This does not erase any of your device out of the device connected to the factory defaults. On your computer, you should see page 41. Turn on Mac computers. 52 eTrex Owner's Manual Remove the batteries. 2. How do I want to reset all the customized settings back to a device...
... a new removable disk drive in USB mass computer appears. Take your data or settings. last long. Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Solution The device does not respond. Reinstall the batteries. Note: This does not erase any of your device out of the device connected to the factory defaults. On your computer, you should see page 41. Turn on Mac computers. 52 eTrex Owner's Manual Remove the batteries. 2. How do I want to reset all the customized settings back to a device...
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... information 7, 41 installing 7 life 41 long term storage 42 maximizing life 41 selecting the type 7 storage 7 warnings 7 BirdsEye satellite imagery 11 BlueChart g2 maps 11 54 C calculator 25 calendar 25 calibrating altimeter 20 compass 18 caring for the device 42 long-term storage 42 chirp 23 City Navigator maps 17 compass 17 calibrating 18 navigating 18 restore 39 setup options 34 connecting to another device 24 USB cable 44 wireless accessories 46 course pointer 19 creating routes 12 waypoints 9 customizing data fields 28 eTrex Owner's Manual
... information 7, 41 installing 7 life 41 long term storage 42 maximizing life 41 selecting the type 7 storage 7 warnings 7 BirdsEye satellite imagery 11 BlueChart g2 maps 11 54 C calculator 25 calendar 25 calibrating altimeter 20 compass 18 caring for the device 42 long-term storage 42 chirp 23 City Navigator maps 17 compass 17 calibrating 18 navigating 18 restore 39 setup options 34 connecting to another device 24 USB cable 44 wireless accessories 46 course pointer 19 creating routes 12 waypoints 9 customizing data fields 28 eTrex Owner's Manual
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... E editing profiles 30 routes 12 waypoints 9 eTrex Owner's Manual elevation plot 19, 20 barometric altimeter 20 of a track 15 F file types 43 finding addresses 12 near your location 11 fishing times 25 fitness options 46 G geocaches 21, 35 downloading 21 filter list 21 logging attempt 22 navigating to 22 settings 35 GPS signals 8, 26, 30, 47, 49, 52 turning off 26 H heading settings 34 HomePort 43 Index hunting times 25 K keys 5, 6 L language 30 locking ring 6 M main menu customizing...
... E editing profiles 30 routes 12 waypoints 9 eTrex Owner's Manual elevation plot 19, 20 barometric altimeter 20 of a track 15 F file types 43 finding addresses 12 near your location 11 fishing times 25 fitness options 46 G geocaches 21, 35 downloading 21 filter list 21 logging attempt 22 navigating to 22 settings 35 GPS signals 8, 26, 30, 47, 49, 52 turning off 26 H heading settings 34 HomePort 43 Index hunting times 25 K keys 5, 6 L language 30 locking ring 6 M main menu customizing...
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... 8 N navigating 16 driving routes 17 to a geocache 22 to waypoints 9 with bearing pointer 18 with course pointer 19 north up 31 O orientation, map 31 P pages 39 adding 39 removing 39 position format 33 power key 8 profiles 29 changing 29 creating 29 selecting 29 proximity alarms 24 R recording tracks 14, 32 registering your device 8 resetting all settings 52 data 38 device 52 elevation plot 20 restoring default settings 39 routes 12-13 active route 13 avoidance 37 creating 12 deleting 13 editing 13 navigating 13 settings 36 S satellite signals 8, 26...
... 8 N navigating 16 driving routes 17 to a geocache 22 to waypoints 9 with bearing pointer 18 with course pointer 19 north up 31 O orientation, map 31 P pages 39 adding 39 removing 39 position format 33 power key 8 profiles 29 changing 29 creating 29 selecting 29 proximity alarms 24 R recording tracks 14, 32 registering your device 8 resetting all settings 52 data 38 device 52 elevation plot 20 restoring default settings 39 routes 12-13 active route 13 avoidance 37 creating 12 deleting 13 editing 13 navigating 13 settings 36 S satellite signals 8, 26...
Quick Start Manual
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Turn on the device (page 4). 3. Register the device (page 4). 4. When using your device the first time, you should complete these tasks to set up the device and get to know the basic features. 1. Mark a waypoint (page 5). 6. Create a route (page 6). 7. Acquire satellites (page 4). 5. Record a track (page 7). ➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎ ➊ Zoom keys ➋ Back key ➌ Thumb Stick™ ➍ Menu key ➎ Power and backlight key 2 eTrex 10 Quick Start Manual Install the batteries (page 3). 2. Getting Started Device Overview ‹...
Turn on the device (page 4). 3. Register the device (page 4). 4. When using your device the first time, you should complete these tasks to set up the device and get to know the basic features. 1. Mark a waypoint (page 5). 6. Create a route (page 6). 7. Acquire satellites (page 4). 5. Record a track (page 7). ➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎ ➊ Zoom keys ➋ Back key ➌ Thumb Stick™ ➍ Menu key ➎ Power and backlight key 2 eTrex 10 Quick Start Manual Install the batteries (page 3). 2. Getting Started Device Overview ‹...
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Select Recording Interval. 6. eTrex 10 Quick Start Manual 7 The track log contains information about points along the recorded path, including time, location, and elevation for each point. Recording Track Logs 1. If you select Record, Show On Map, a line on , a track log is a recording of your track. 3. As you require a very precise track record. • Enter a time or distance, and select Done. Select Record, Do Not Show or Record, Show On Map. Complete an action: • Select an option to record tracks more or less often. NOTE: Using the Most Often interval provides the...
Select Recording Interval. 6. eTrex 10 Quick Start Manual 7 The track log contains information about points along the recorded path, including time, location, and elevation for each point. Recording Track Logs 1. If you select Record, Show On Map, a line on , a track log is a recording of your track. 3. As you require a very precise track record. • Enter a time or distance, and select Done. Select Record, Do Not Show or Record, Show On Map. Complete an action: • Select an option to record tracks more or less often. NOTE: Using the Most Often interval provides the...
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..., create an account. 4. eTrex 10 Quick Start Manual 9 Reinstall the batteries (page 3). Contacting Garmin Product Support • Go to your data or settings. Follow the on-screen instructions to find and download geocaches to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for in . 5. More Information You can reset the device. 1. Go to a computer (page 8). 2. Connect your Garmin dealer. note: This does not erase any of the owner's manual from your device to www.opencaching.com. 3. Remove the batteries. 2. Troubleshooting Resetting...
..., create an account. 4. eTrex 10 Quick Start Manual 9 Reinstall the batteries (page 3). Contacting Garmin Product Support • Go to your data or settings. Follow the on-screen instructions to find and download geocaches to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for in . 5. More Information You can reset the device. 1. Go to a computer (page 8). 2. Connect your Garmin dealer. note: This does not erase any of the owner's manual from your device to www.opencaching.com. 3. Remove the batteries. 2. Troubleshooting Resetting...
