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...® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in part, without the written consent of Garmin. © 2011 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. Garmin®, the Garmin logo, eTrex®, BlueChart®, and City Navigator® are those of such changes or improvements.... or its subsidiaries All rights reserved. These trademarks may not be used without obligation to change or improve its subsidiaries, registered in the content of this manual...
...® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in part, without the written consent of Garmin. © 2011 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. Garmin®, the Garmin logo, eTrex®, BlueChart®, and City Navigator® are those of such changes or improvements.... or its subsidiaries All rights reserved. These trademarks may not be used without obligation to change or improve its subsidiaries, registered in the content of this manual...
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... Tracks 14 Navigation 16 Navigating to a Destination..........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 ... 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 To? Table of an Area....25 Using the Calculator...
... Tracks 14 Navigation 16 Navigating to a Destination..........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 ... 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 To? Table of an Area....25 Using the Calculator...
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... 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
... 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
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.... 1. Create a route (page 12). 7. 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 Acquire satellites (page 8). 4. Register the device (page 8). 5. Mark a waypoint (page 9). 6. Install the batteries (page 7). 2. Getting Started Getting Started Device Overview ‹ warning See the...
.... 1. Create a route (page 12). 7. 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 Acquire satellites (page 8). 4. Register the device (page 8). 5. Mark a waypoint (page 9). 6. Install the batteries (page 7). 2. Getting Started Getting Started Device Overview ‹ warning See the...
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... ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ ➏ Mini-USB port (under weather cap) ➐ Battery cover ➑ Battery cover locking ring ➒ Mounting spine Using the eTrex Keys • Move the Thumb Stick up, down, left, and right to highlight menu selections or to move back one step in the menu structure.... • Press menu to zoom in and out on the map. 6 eTrex Owner's Manual Press menu twice to access the main menu from any page. • Press ▲ and ▼ to display a list of the Thumb Stick ...
... ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ ➏ Mini-USB port (under weather cap) ➐ Battery cover ➑ Battery cover locking ring ➒ Mounting spine Using the eTrex Keys • Move the Thumb Stick up, down, left, and right to highlight menu selections or to move back one step in the menu structure.... • Press menu to zoom in and out on the map. 6 eTrex Owner's Manual Press menu twice to access the main menu from any page. • Press ▲ and ▼ to display a list of the Thumb Stick ...
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... of some batteries. Select Alkaline, Lithium, or Rechargeable NiMH. Insert the batteries, observing polarity. Hold . 5. Installing AA Batteries The device operates on two AA batteries. eTrex Owner's Manual 7 Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise. 4. Therefore, use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries.
... of some batteries. Select Alkaline, Lithium, or Rechargeable NiMH. Insert the batteries, observing polarity. Hold . 5. Installing AA Batteries The device operates on two AA batteries. eTrex Owner's Manual 7 Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise. 4. Therefore, use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries.
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... GPS, go to acquire satellite signals. The device may need a clear view of the sky to http://www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Registering Your Device • Go to http://my.garmin.com. • Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. 8 eTrex Owner's Manual Getting Started Turning the Device On or Off Hold .
... GPS, go to acquire satellite signals. The device may need a clear view of the sky to http://www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Registering Your Device • Go to http://my.garmin.com. • Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. 8 eTrex Owner's Manual Getting Started Turning the Device On or Off Hold .
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... the waypoint, select an item to edit. 4. Deleting a Waypoint 1. Select menu > Delete > Yes. Select Waypoint Manager. 2. Select Done. Select a waypoint. Enter the new information. 5. eTrex Owner's Manual 9 Select Where To? > Waypoints. 2. Creating a Waypoint You can edit a waypoint, you record and store in the device. Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks Waypoints Waypoints are locations...
... the waypoint, select an item to edit. 4. Deleting a Waypoint 1. Select menu > Delete > Yes. Select Waypoint Manager. 2. Select Done. Select a waypoint. Enter the new information. 5. eTrex Owner's Manual 9 Select Where To? > Waypoints. 2. Creating a Waypoint You can edit a waypoint, you record and store in the device. Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks Waypoints Waypoints are locations...
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... in the direction of a location. 3. Select a unit of the waypoint location. 1. Move to the object, and select Done > Save. 10 eTrex Owner's Manual Select a waypoint. 3. Using Sight 'N Go Sight 'N Go is available on the eTrex 30. Select Sight 'N Go. 2. For best results, collect four to eight samples for the waypoint, waiting at an object...
... in the direction of a location. 3. Select a unit of the waypoint location. 1. Move to the object, and select Done > Save. 10 eTrex Owner's Manual Select a waypoint. 3. Using Sight 'N Go Sight 'N Go is available on the eTrex 30. Select Sight 'N Go. 2. For best results, collect four to eight samples for the waypoint, waiting at an object...
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... City Navigator® detailed maps. Enter all or part of interest (POIs), such as restaurants or marine services. eTrex Owner's Manual 11 Select a category. 3. Select menu > Spell Search. 4. Not all areas and maps. If necessary, select... a location. categories are available in all Where To? Select an option. 3. Where To? Menu You can use additional maps on your Garmin dealer. menu to find a destination to navigate to http://buy.garmin...
... City Navigator® detailed maps. Enter all or part of interest (POIs), such as restaurants or marine services. eTrex Owner's Manual 11 Select a category. 3. Select menu > Spell Search. 4. Not all areas and maps. If necessary, select... a location. categories are available in all Where To? Select an option. 3. Where To? Menu You can use additional maps on your Garmin dealer. menu to find a destination to navigate to http://buy.garmin...
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... search for addresses. 1. Editing the Name of waypoints that leads you to your final destination. Select Change Name. 4. Enter the new name. 5. Select Done. 12 eTrex Owner's Manual Enter the house number. 6. Routes A route is complete. 6. Creating a Route 1. Select a route. 3. Enter the city or postal code. Select the first point in the...
... search for addresses. 1. Editing the Name of waypoints that leads you to your final destination. Select Change Name. 4. Enter the new name. 5. Select Done. 12 eTrex Owner's Manual Enter the house number. 6. Routes A route is complete. 6. Creating a Route 1. Select a route. 3. Enter the city or postal code. Select the first point in the...
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... Route. Reversing a Route 1. Select a route. 3. Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks Viewing a Route on the route, select Insert. Select a point in the route to save the route. eTrex Owner's Manual 13 While navigating a route, select Active Route. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Reverse Route. Editing a Route 1. Select Route Planner. 2. The additional point is inserted before the...
... Route. Reversing a Route 1. Select a route. 3. Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks Viewing a Route on the route, select Insert. Select a point in the route to save the route. eTrex Owner's Manual 13 While navigating a route, select Active Route. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Reverse Route. Editing a Route 1. Select Route Planner. 2. The additional point is inserted before the...
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Select Record, Do Not Show or Record, Show On Map. Select Record Interval. 6. eTrex Owner's Manual Complete an action: • Select an option to record tracks more or less often. NOTE: Using the Most Often interval provides the most track detail, ...
Select Record, Do Not Show or Record, Show On Map. Select Record Interval. 6. eTrex Owner's Manual Complete an action: • Select an option to record tracks more or less often. NOTE: Using the Most Often interval provides the most track detail, ...
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... > Reset > Clear Current Track > Yes. Select what you want to save : • Select Save Track. • Select Save Portion, and select a portion. Select Archive. eTrex Owner's Manual 15 The beginning and the end of a Track 1. Select menu > Review Track. Information about the track is called the current track. 1. Select Elevation Plot. Select...
... > Reset > Clear Current Track > Yes. Select what you want to save : • Select Save Track. • Select Save Portion, and select a portion. Select Archive. eTrex Owner's Manual 15 The beginning and the end of a Track 1. Select menu > Review Track. Information about the track is called the current track. 1. Select Elevation Plot. Select...
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... and data fields, see page 31. Select a category. 3. Navigating to a Destination You can navigate to any saved location in and out of the map. 16 eTrex Owner's Manual Stopping Navigation Select Where To? > Stop Navigation. Map represents your destination. Navigation Navigation You can navigate a route, a track, to a waypoint, to a geocache, or to...
... and data fields, see page 31. Select a category. 3. Navigating to a Destination You can navigate to any saved location in and out of the map. 16 eTrex Owner's Manual Stopping Navigation Select Where To? > Stop Navigation. Map represents your destination. Navigation Navigation You can navigate a route, a track, to a waypoint, to a geocache, or to...
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... install the mount in the text bar along the top of the screen shows information about the selected location. eTrex Owner's Manual 17 • Select a location on the eTrex 20 and eTrex 30. Navigation Compass The eTrex 30 has a 3-axis, electronic compass. TIP: When the device is only available on the map, and the bar...
... install the mount in the text bar along the top of the screen shows information about the selected location. eTrex Owner's Manual 17 • Select a location on the eTrex 20 and eTrex 30. Navigation Compass The eTrex 30 has a 3-axis, electronic compass. TIP: When the device is only available on the map, and the bar...
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Begin navigation to the distance 18 eTrex Owner's Manual The scale ➍ refers to a destination (page 16). 2. Select Compass > menu > Calibrate Compass > Start. 2. Select Compass. 3. As you are no major obstacles in that direction ...
Begin navigation to the distance 18 eTrex Owner's Manual The scale ➍ refers to a destination (page 16). 2. Select Compass > menu > Calibrate Compass > Start. 2. Select Compass. 3. As you are no major obstacles in that direction ...
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between dots on the eTrex 30. Select Compass. 3. To customize the elevation plot, see page 34. Select an option. Viewing Details about the point appear at the top of the ... a Point on the Plot Select an individual point on the plot. Resetting the Elevation Plot Select Elevation Plot > menu > Reset > Clear Current Track > Yes. eTrex Owner's Manual 19 Elevation Plot Elevation plotting is available on the course deviation indicator. Navigation Changing the Plot Type You can navigate with the course pointer, you...
between dots on the eTrex 30. Select Compass. 3. To customize the elevation plot, see page 34. Select an option. Viewing Details about the point appear at the top of the ... a Point on the Plot Select an individual point on the plot. Resetting the Elevation Plot Select Elevation Plot > menu > Reset > Clear Current Track > Yes. eTrex Owner's Manual 19 Elevation Plot Elevation plotting is available on the course deviation indicator. Navigation Changing the Plot Type You can navigate with the course pointer, you...
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...to a location where the elevation or barometric pressure is known. 2. To customize the trip computer, see page 28. 20 eTrex Owner's Manual Follow the on-screen instructions. Resetting the Trip Data For accurate information, reset the trip information before beginning a trip. ...Select Trip Computer > menu > Reset > Reset Trip Data > Yes. Navigation Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know the correct elevation or the correct barometric pressure. 1. Select Elevation Plot > menu > Calibrate Altimeter...
...to a location where the elevation or barometric pressure is known. 2. To customize the trip computer, see page 28. 20 eTrex Owner's Manual Follow the on-screen instructions. Resetting the Trip Data For accurate information, reset the trip information before beginning a trip. ...Select Trip Computer > menu > Reset > Reset Trip Data > Yes. Navigation Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know the correct elevation or the correct barometric pressure. 1. Select Elevation Plot > menu > Calibrate Altimeter...