Important Product and Safety Information (Multilingual)
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... an airbag field of deployment. • When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on field of the batteries. In addition, the GPS unit may affect safety while navigating. Battery Warnings Your GPS unit uses user-replaceable batteries. Do not mount in death or serious injury. Do not input destinations, change settings, or access... driver's view of California to all driving conditions. contain chemicals known to the State of the road or interfere with California's Proposition 65. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for more information.
... an airbag field of deployment. • When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on field of the batteries. In addition, the GPS unit may affect safety while navigating. Battery Warnings Your GPS unit uses user-replaceable batteries. Do not mount in death or serious injury. Do not input destinations, change settings, or access... driver's view of California to all driving conditions. contain chemicals known to the State of the road or interfere with California's Proposition 65. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for more information.
Important Product and Safety Information (Multilingual)
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... obstruct the driver's vision. Some state laws prohibit drivers from the GPS unit. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. Many other Garmin dashboard or friction mount options should only be located only in a particular... installation. FCC Compliance This product has been tested and found to comply with state and local laws and ordinances. We use the Garmin device and mounting options in such a manner that is in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. For more reasonable...
... obstruct the driver's vision. Some state laws prohibit drivers from the GPS unit. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. Many other Garmin dashboard or friction mount options should only be located only in a particular... installation. FCC Compliance This product has been tested and found to comply with state and local laws and ordinances. We use the Garmin device and mounting options in such a manner that is in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. For more reasonable...
Owner's Manual
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...Ltd. Optional ��A�c�c�e�s�s�o�r�ie�s� For a complete list of Garmin high-sensitivity GPS and fullfeatured mapping to our Web site at +44 (0) 870.8501241 (outside the UK) or 0808 2380000 (within the...'s backlight by quickly pressing and releasing the POWER key. If any questions while using the eTrex for choosing the Garmin® eTrex Vista® HCx, eTrex Legend® HCx, eTrex Summit® HC, or eTrex Venture® HC. If a feature is discussed in this package with a few exceptions. In the USA...
...Ltd. Optional ��A�c�c�e�s�s�o�r�ie�s� For a complete list of Garmin high-sensitivity GPS and fullfeatured mapping to our Web site at +44 (0) 870.8501241 (outside the UK) or 0808 2380000 (within the...'s backlight by quickly pressing and releasing the POWER key. If any questions while using the eTrex for choosing the Garmin® eTrex Vista® HCx, eTrex Legend® HCx, eTrex Summit® HC, or eTrex Venture® HC. If a feature is discussed in this package with a few exceptions. In the USA...
Owner's Manual
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...Table of Contents Introduction i Tips and Shortcuts i Product Registration i Optional Accessories i Getting Started 1 Installing Batteries and Lanyard 1 Operating the eTrex 2 Key Functions 3 Turning on the eTrex 4 Adjusting the Backlight 4 Initializing the GPS Receiver 4 Basic Operation 7 Creating and Using Waypoints 7 Proximity Waypoints 9 Using the Find Menu 10 Using Tracks 16 Creating a Route 20 ...Sun and Moon 44 Hunt & Fish 44 Games Menu 44 Appendix 45 Specifications 45 Software License Agreement 47 Declaration of Conformity 47 Index 48 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual
...Table of Contents Introduction i Tips and Shortcuts i Product Registration i Optional Accessories i Getting Started 1 Installing Batteries and Lanyard 1 Operating the eTrex 2 Key Functions 3 Turning on the eTrex 4 Adjusting the Backlight 4 Initializing the GPS Receiver 4 Basic Operation 7 Creating and Using Waypoints 7 Proximity Waypoints 9 Using the Find Menu 10 Using Tracks 16 Creating a Route 20 ...Sun and Moon 44 Hunt & Fish 44 Games Menu 44 Appendix 45 Specifications 45 Software License Agreement 47 Declaration of Conformity 47 Index 48 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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... location. The inner circle is shown. Adjusting the Backlight To adjust the backlight level: 1. To initialize your eTrex, the GPS receiver must be outdoors and have a clear view of each satellite signal is a location 45 degrees from the horizon. Initializing the...the eTrex on the ROCKER to increase the brightness and down to close. If the unit cannot establish a satellite fix, a list of solutions appears. The outer circle represents the horizon. Press and quickly release the POWER key. 2. Highlight the appropriate solution, and press ENTER. eTrex HC series...
... location. The inner circle is shown. Adjusting the Backlight To adjust the backlight level: 1. To initialize your eTrex, the GPS receiver must be outdoors and have a clear view of each satellite signal is a location 45 degrees from the horizon. Initializing the...the eTrex on the ROCKER to increase the brightness and down to close. If the unit cannot establish a satellite fix, a list of solutions appears. The outer circle represents the horizon. Press and quickly release the POWER key. 2. Highlight the appropriate solution, and press ENTER. eTrex HC series...
Owner's Manual
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... you record and store in and hold the ROCKER (MARK) until the Mark Waypoint page appears. Marking Your Current Location Press in your GPS. You can add waypoints to routes and even create a Go To directly to create and use tracks and routes. OR To change any... information, select the appropriate field, and press ENTER to quickly mark your current location creating a new waypoint. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Waypoint symbol Basic Operation Waypoint name Mark Waypoint Page To mark your changes, select OK. Creating and Using Waypoints Waypoints ...
... you record and store in and hold the ROCKER (MARK) until the Mark Waypoint page appears. Marking Your Current Location Press in your GPS. You can add waypoints to routes and even create a Go To directly to create and use tracks and routes. OR To change any... information, select the appropriate field, and press ENTER to quickly mark your current location creating a new waypoint. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Waypoint symbol Basic Operation Waypoint name Mark Waypoint Page To mark your changes, select OK. Creating and Using Waypoints Waypoints ...
Owner's Manual
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... 5. Finding an Address If you enter the street number, street name, and city, the find an address: 1. NOTE: If your unit has a GPS fix, the field is populated with addresses in the , because the database has information for an intersection. Finding an Intersection This feature also requires detailed...address when searching for the entire region. 3. This page contains the exit description, a list of matches appears. 6. Use the on -screen keypad. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 15 Select the address. You do not have to select an exit, and press ENTER. Press and hold FIND. 2.
... 5. Finding an Address If you enter the street number, street name, and city, the find an address: 1. NOTE: If your unit has a GPS fix, the field is populated with addresses in the , because the database has information for an intersection. Finding an Intersection This feature also requires detailed...address when searching for the entire region. 3. This page contains the exit description, a list of matches appears. 6. Use the on -screen keypad. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 15 Select the address. You do not have to select an exit, and press ENTER. Press and hold FIND. 2.
Owner's Manual
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Select Setup. Enter a specific distance, time, or frequency. Track logs on the capacity of the microSD card). eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 17 Press MENU twice > Tracks. 2. Auto (recommended) allows you to choose from five intervals. • Interval-records a track according to the ...unit's internal memory. To save the track. Basic Operation • Color-select the color of track points (depending on the data card are .gpx GPS position data files, and are not used by your unit. A message appears asking you if you to record a large number of the active track on...
Select Setup. Enter a specific distance, time, or frequency. Track logs on the capacity of the microSD card). eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 17 Press MENU twice > Tracks. 2. Auto (recommended) allows you to choose from five intervals. • Interval-records a track according to the ...unit's internal memory. To save the track. Basic Operation • Color-select the color of track points (depending on the data card are .gpx GPS position data files, and are not used by your unit. A message appears asking you if you to record a large number of the active track on...
Owner's Manual
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...-indicates whether each satellite appears as a different color. • New Location-use if you turn the GPS receiver on and is shown on this page. Data fields Show menu Map Page with North toward the ...top of interest and mapping data is shown on the map display. 24 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Main Pages Satellite Page This page appears when you have moved the unit more ...than 600 miles (1,000 km). • GPS Elevation-shows your current track toward the top of the display or your current elevation. Map Page...
...-indicates whether each satellite appears as a different color. • New Location-use if you turn the GPS receiver on and is shown on this page. Data fields Show menu Map Page with North toward the ...top of interest and mapping data is shown on the map display. 24 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Main Pages Satellite Page This page appears when you have moved the unit more ...than 600 miles (1,000 km). • GPS Elevation-shows your current track toward the top of the display or your current elevation. Map Page...
Owner's Manual
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... stop (after moving and reach a pre-set speed, it again operates like a magnetic compass when you first use a GPS data driven compass but only the Vista HCx and Summit HC have an additional electronic compass.) When you press and hold QUIT on . Select Heading. 3. To ensure continued accuracy, calibrate... when the electronic compass is not held level or you are near objects that affect magnetic fields, such as cars or buildings. 28 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Main Pages Using the Electronic Compass (All of the electronic compass is also adversely affected if the unit is on ...
... stop (after moving and reach a pre-set speed, it again operates like a magnetic compass when you first use a GPS data driven compass but only the Vista HCx and Summit HC have an additional electronic compass.) When you press and hold QUIT on . Select Heading. 3. To ensure continued accuracy, calibrate... when the electronic compass is not held level or you are near objects that affect magnetic fields, such as cars or buildings. 28 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Main Pages Using the Electronic Compass (All of the electronic compass is also adversely affected if the unit is on ...
Owner's Manual
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... calibrate the altimeter: 1. If you do not know the pressure, select No to use the default GPS elevation. 3. Trip Computer Page Each data field is selected, press ENTER to enter the new elevation or pressure. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 35 Trip Computer Page The Trip Computer page shows eight types of many...
... calibrate the altimeter: 1. If you do not know the pressure, select No to use the default GPS elevation. 3. Trip Computer Page Each data field is selected, press ENTER to enter the new elevation or pressure. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 35 Trip Computer Page The Trip Computer page shows eight types of many...
Owner's Manual
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... Lost-set the unit to turn off if external power is lost. • Proximity Alarms-turn Proximity Alarms on , and set the level of the GPS options other than Normal to save battery power. • WAAS/EGNOS-set Enable or Disable WAAS /EGNOS. • Battery Type-set for Auto (changes ... brightness. set in Day and Night modes to restore defaults, or view the version of time that the backlight stays on and off (eTrex HCx units only). number. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 37 To access the Display Setup page: From the Setup Menu, select Display. • Display Mode-set the Battery ...
... Lost-set the unit to turn off if external power is lost. • Proximity Alarms-turn Proximity Alarms on , and set the level of the GPS options other than Normal to save battery power. • WAAS/EGNOS-set Enable or Disable WAAS /EGNOS. • Battery Type-set for Auto (changes ... brightness. set in Day and Night modes to restore defaults, or view the version of time that the backlight stays on and off (eTrex HCx units only). number. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 37 To access the Display Setup page: From the Setup Menu, select Display. • Display Mode-set the Battery ...
Owner's Manual
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...). Proximity Waypoints Use the Proximity Waypoints page to page 28 and page 35. Jumpmaster Setup Jumpmaster is designed for experienced skydivers and is corrected by GPS. Refer the Garmin Web site for detailed information about this feature. The following two features apply to the Vista HCx and Summit... options. When on . Select the Barometer Mode field to specify "Variable Elevation" (used when you turn the unit on , elevation is an option for the eTrex Vista HCx and Summit HC only. From the Setup Menu, select Welcome Message. 2. Calibration Setup Page For the Vista HCx and Summit...
...). Proximity Waypoints Use the Proximity Waypoints page to page 28 and page 35. Jumpmaster Setup Jumpmaster is designed for experienced skydivers and is corrected by GPS. Refer the Garmin Web site for detailed information about this feature. The following two features apply to the Vista HCx and Summit... options. When on . Select the Barometer Mode field to specify "Variable Elevation" (used when you turn the unit on , elevation is an option for the eTrex Vista HCx and Summit HC only. From the Setup Menu, select Welcome Message. 2. Calibration Setup Page For the Vista HCx and Summit...
Owner's Manual
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Appendix Appendix Compass: (Vista HCx/Summit HC only) Accuracy; +/- 5 degrees, resolution; 1 degree, user calibrated Specifications Physical Size: 4.2" H x 2.2" W x 1.2" D Weight: 5.6 ounces (159 g) with batteries installed. Display: 1.3" W x 1.7" H, 256-color, high resolution,...pixels) backlit. Case: Rugged, fully gasketed, water resistant, IEC-529, IPX7 Temp: 5 to 158°F (-15 to 70° C)* Altimeter: (Vista HCx/Summit HC only) Accuracy; +/- 10 feet, resolution; 1 ft., user calibrated Power Source: Two 1.5 volt AA batteries, 12 V DC Adapter Cable, or PC/USB Adapter Battery ...
Appendix Appendix Compass: (Vista HCx/Summit HC only) Accuracy; +/- 5 degrees, resolution; 1 degree, user calibrated Specifications Physical Size: 4.2" H x 2.2" W x 1.2" D Weight: 5.6 ounces (159 g) with batteries installed. Display: 1.3" W x 1.7" H, 256-color, high resolution,...pixels) backlit. Case: Rugged, fully gasketed, water resistant, IEC-529, IPX7 Temp: 5 to 158°F (-15 to 70° C)* Altimeter: (Vista HCx/Summit HC only) Accuracy; +/- 10 feet, resolution; 1 ft., user calibrated Power Source: Two 1.5 volt AA batteries, 12 V DC Adapter Cable, or PC/USB Adapter Battery ...
Quick Reference Guide
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...and press ENTER. 3. Please visit www.garmin.com for detailed information.) To find an item from your current location: 1. or its subsidiaries Printed in Taiwan Quick Start Guide eTrex® HC series Vista HCx, Legend HCx, Summit HC, and Venture HC GPS antenna IN/OUT (Zoom) keys ENTER/...ROCKER key MENU/FIND key QUIT/ PAGE key POWER/ Backlight key Color LCD display (eTrex Vista HCx shown) (eTrex Vista HCx shown) Press and hold...
...and press ENTER. 3. Please visit www.garmin.com for detailed information.) To find an item from your current location: 1. or its subsidiaries Printed in Taiwan Quick Start Guide eTrex® HC series Vista HCx, Legend HCx, Summit HC, and Venture HC GPS antenna IN/OUT (Zoom) keys ENTER/...ROCKER key MENU/FIND key QUIT/ PAGE key POWER/ Backlight key Color LCD display (eTrex Vista HCx shown) (eTrex Vista HCx shown) Press and hold...
Quick Reference Guide
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...Backlight key-press and hold to turn the unit on -screen messages. The Legend HCx or Venture HC has three main pages. Satellite Page Map Page Satellite Page-appears only at the top selected... Insert two AA batteries. With an empty row (dashed) at start -up and shows the GPS receiver status, satellite locations, satellite signal strength, and the receiver's current location. Press down to...right, or left to Enter. select fields, on the eTrex: 1. microSD™ PUSH TO EJECT 2. Main Pages The Vista HCx or Summit HC has four recurring main pages and one that shows only ...
...Backlight key-press and hold to turn the unit on -screen messages. The Legend HCx or Venture HC has three main pages. Satellite Page Map Page Satellite Page-appears only at the top selected... Insert two AA batteries. With an empty row (dashed) at start -up and shows the GPS receiver status, satellite locations, satellite signal strength, and the receiver's current location. Press down to...right, or left to Enter. select fields, on the eTrex: 1. microSD™ PUSH TO EJECT 2. Main Pages The Vista HCx or Summit HC has four recurring main pages and one that shows only ...
