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... Proposition 65. Do not mount the eTrex Vista over air bag panels or in the field of the eTrex Vista while you have any questions or would like additional information, please refer to our web site at all driving conditions at http://www.garmin. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED TO BE ... damage and personal injury. Introduction WARNING: For use in vehicles, it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the eTrex Vista to secure the GPS unit so that can propel objects in their path toward the driver or passengers causing possible injury. Warnings and Precautions Do Not ...
... Proposition 65. Do not mount the eTrex Vista over air bag panels or in the field of the eTrex Vista while you have any questions or would like additional information, please refer to our web site at all driving conditions at http://www.garmin. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED TO BE ... damage and personal injury. Introduction WARNING: For use in vehicles, it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the eTrex Vista to secure the GPS unit so that can propel objects in their path toward the driver or passengers causing possible injury. Warnings and Precautions Do Not ...
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... in binary executable form in the normal operation of the Software are valuable trade iv tion and code of the product. Although the eTrex Vista is either not available or prohibitively expensive. This is particularly true outside the United States, where complete and accurate digital data is ...Introduction Warnings and Precautions CAUTION: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the government of the United States, which is available to us at a reasonable cost. MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of GARMIN is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate...
... in binary executable form in the normal operation of the Software are valuable trade iv tion and code of the product. Although the eTrex Vista is either not available or prohibitively expensive. This is particularly true outside the United States, where complete and accurate digital data is ...Introduction Warnings and Precautions CAUTION: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the government of the United States, which is available to us at a reasonable cost. MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of GARMIN is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate...
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Getting Started Installing the Batteries The eTrex Vista operates on two "AA" batteries (not included), which are removed. Rechargeable batteries may also be used batteries. Press & Release POWER Button to Adjust Contrast 3 Rechargeable ... months. Reinstall the battery cover by turning the D-ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise & pull away clockwise. 2. To install batteries: 1. When using 'Battery Saver' or 'Use With GPS Off' mode when not navigating, Alkaline batter-
Getting Started Installing the Batteries The eTrex Vista operates on two "AA" batteries (not included), which are removed. Rechargeable batteries may also be used batteries. Press & Release POWER Button to Adjust Contrast 3 Rechargeable ... months. Reinstall the battery cover by turning the D-ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise & pull away clockwise. 2. To install batteries: 1. When using 'Battery Saver' or 'Use With GPS Off' mode when not navigating, Alkaline batter-
Owner's Manual
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... mode), this feature searches for a WAAS satellite near your location and then receives data for correcting differentials in the signal bar beneath the skyview. When differential correction data has been received for GPS satellites (numbers 32 or below the Skyview. WAAS Satellite is No. 35... from your current location showing satellites and their signals appear as hollow shapes until a signal is received and then they appear darkened in Signal Bars for GPS Satellites Your location coordinates The Satellite Page provides a picture of satellite signal tracking, tells you at...
... mode), this feature searches for a WAAS satellite near your location and then receives data for correcting differentials in the signal bar beneath the skyview. When differential correction data has been received for GPS satellites (numbers 32 or below the Skyview. WAAS Satellite is No. 35... from your current location showing satellites and their signals appear as hollow shapes until a signal is received and then they appear darkened in Signal Bars for GPS Satellites Your location coordinates The Satellite Page provides a picture of satellite signal tracking, tells you at...
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...GPS Off - New Location - Select this option if you want to guide your decision: Use with navigational guidance, the unit's view of the sky determines how fast you achieve navigational status. You can enter data, create routes, etc., but cannot navigate in on the THUMB STICK. 6 Because the eTrex Vista... the unit, select the 'New Location' and then the 'Use Map' options to provide you with GPS Off - You can orient the satellite skyview by the GPS information received. The elevation as determined by selecting 'Track Up' (your direction of travel through rocks, buildings, people...
...GPS Off - New Location - Select this option if you want to guide your decision: Use with navigational guidance, the unit's view of the sky determines how fast you achieve navigational status. You can enter data, create routes, etc., but cannot navigate in on the THUMB STICK. 6 Because the eTrex Vista... the unit, select the 'New Location' and then the 'Use Map' options to provide you with GPS Off - You can orient the satellite skyview by the GPS information received. The elevation as determined by selecting 'Track Up' (your direction of travel through rocks, buildings, people...
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...the page and then press it returns to display the Options Menu. 2. The eTrex Vista stops tracking satellites and should not be used for navigation. To select 'Track Up' or 'North Up': 1. To select 'Show GPS Elevation': 1. Use the THUMB STICK to display the Options Menu. 2. Options ... activate. Satellite To select the 'Use With GPS Off' option: 1. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the Option Menu button at the top of the page and then press it in to speed acquisition. 7 If you choose 'Auto' the eTrex Vista determines your approximate location and press ENTER".
...the page and then press it returns to display the Options Menu. 2. The eTrex Vista stops tracking satellites and should not be used for navigation. To select 'Track Up' or 'North Up': 1. To select 'Show GPS Elevation': 1. Use the THUMB STICK to display the Options Menu. 2. Options ... activate. Satellite To select the 'Use With GPS Off' option: 1. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the Option Menu button at the top of the page and then press it in to speed acquisition. 7 If you choose 'Auto' the eTrex Vista determines your approximate location and press ENTER".
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As you travel and navigation information. A Status Field at the bottom of the page can be downloaded to the unit from a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. If you 've been. The smaller the circle, the more detail. In many instances the map displays an 'Accuracy Circle' surrounding the '... page to highlight and identify map items or to scroll the map to view areas not shown on the display screen. The eTrex Vista uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in so far that the resolution of the map data is exceeded and the appearance of the map is shown in units...
As you travel and navigation information. A Status Field at the bottom of the page can be downloaded to the unit from a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. If you 've been. The smaller the circle, the more detail. In many instances the map displays an 'Accuracy Circle' surrounding the '... page to highlight and identify map items or to scroll the map to view areas not shown on the display screen. The eTrex Vista uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in so far that the resolution of the map data is exceeded and the appearance of the map is shown in units...
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... to view two programmable data fields. Hide Data Fields/Show Data Fields The 'Hide Data Fields/Show Data Fields' option allows you to view GPS navigation data in a window at the top of the page that lists the status of satellite tracking and accuracy of... GPS positioning. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the data field and then press it in to display the Options Menu. 2. Select 'Stop Navigation' and ...
... to view two programmable data fields. Hide Data Fields/Show Data Fields The 'Hide Data Fields/Show Data Fields' option allows you to view GPS navigation data in a window at the top of the page that lists the status of satellite tracking and accuracy of... GPS positioning. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the data field and then press it in to display the Options Menu. 2. Select 'Stop Navigation' and ...
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...64257;elds at the bottom of your current position. The Status Window at the top of the page displays the status of the GPS Receiver and the approximate accuracy of the page will not display any destination related data, such as a magnetic compass when you are stationary.... Or, when the Compass is controlled by the GPS receiver. Navigation The Main Page Destination (Waypoint) Name Time to Destination Straight Line Distance to the Destination Bearing Pointer Selectable Data Fields Compass ...
...64257;elds at the bottom of your current position. The Status Window at the top of the page displays the status of the GPS Receiver and the approximate accuracy of the page will not display any destination related data, such as a magnetic compass when you are stationary.... Or, when the Compass is controlled by the GPS receiver. Navigation The Main Page Destination (Waypoint) Name Time to Destination Straight Line Distance to the Destination Bearing Pointer Selectable Data Fields Compass ...
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... a "Calibration Failed" message displays, repeat the process. Message turns off until you manually turn the Compass On, the eTrex Vista overrides the Compass and uses the GPS receiver to track your turning speed as cars and buildings, etc. Use the PAGE button to display the Calibration Page. 4. ...the THUMB STICK to access the Navigation Page. 2. Electronic Compass On/Off Message. Sometimes, however, when you first use the eTrex Vista and after 3 seconds. 19 The Electronic Compass must be calibrated outdoors when you turn it in. 3. Press the THUMB STICK to adjust your...
... a "Calibration Failed" message displays, repeat the process. Message turns off until you manually turn the Compass On, the eTrex Vista overrides the Compass and uses the GPS receiver to track your turning speed as cars and buildings, etc. Use the PAGE button to display the Calibration Page. 4. ...the THUMB STICK to access the Navigation Page. 2. Electronic Compass On/Off Message. Sometimes, however, when you first use the eTrex Vista and after 3 seconds. 19 The Electronic Compass must be calibrated outdoors when you turn it in. 3. Press the THUMB STICK to adjust your...
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... Units Page Position Format Options Menu Map Datum Options Menu Distance/ Speed Options 50 Elevation/ Vertical Speed Options Units Page The Units features are comparing GPS coordinates to display the Options Menu for custom designed grids. You can choose from three units of measure to place it in degrees and minutes...
... Units Page Position Format Options Menu Map Datum Options Menu Distance/ Speed Options 50 Elevation/ Vertical Speed Options Units Page The Units features are comparing GPS coordinates to display the Options Menu for custom designed grids. You can choose from three units of measure to place it in degrees and minutes...
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... types of North References, or enter the magnetic variation. If 'User' is chosen, you want to set GPS and Electronic Compass Switch: 1. To select either option: 1. To adjust the contrast: 1. The Electronic or GPS compass uses the North Reference setting to choose from True, Magnetic, Grid or User options. Highlight the option...
... types of North References, or enter the magnetic variation. If 'User' is chosen, you want to set GPS and Electronic Compass Switch: 1. To select either option: 1. To adjust the contrast: 1. The Electronic or GPS compass uses the North Reference setting to choose from True, Magnetic, Grid or User options. Highlight the option...
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...GARMIN Mode with No Options GARMIN Differntial GPS Mode with Data and Options Fields 52 Interface Page The Interface Settings Page allows you select 'User' from the Beacon list to manually tune the receiver. Effective use of this feature requires a working knowledge of location and velocity information. GARMIN... of standard NMEA 0183 version 3.0 data. RTCM In/Text Out- Text Out - NMEA Out - Refer to control a GARMIN differential beacon receiver (e.g. Highlight the Serial Data Format field and then press in /NMEA Out' format is used to external NMEA devices, ...
...GARMIN Mode with No Options GARMIN Differntial GPS Mode with Data and Options Fields 52 Interface Page The Interface Settings Page allows you select 'User' from the Beacon list to manually tune the receiver. Effective use of this feature requires a working knowledge of location and velocity information. GARMIN... of standard NMEA 0183 version 3.0 data. RTCM In/Text Out- Text Out - NMEA Out - Refer to control a GARMIN differential beacon receiver (e.g. Highlight the Serial Data Format field and then press in /NMEA Out' format is used to external NMEA devices, ...
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...will not cause any of Memory Used, Power Status, Time, Date, and Backlighting Status. Setup Options System Setup Page in to change: GPS - The Option Menu allows you restore defaults or display the current version of WAAS capabilities. Then use the THUMB STICK to an "electric... reduces the rate of obtaining a 3D fix without requiring you to any problems. The 'Power Status' icon changes from a dark outline to GPS information. Switch between 'Enabled' and 'Disabled'. Change the display to remain stationary. To adjust System Page options: Use the THUMB STICK to highlight ...
...will not cause any of Memory Used, Power Status, Time, Date, and Backlighting Status. Setup Options System Setup Page in to change: GPS - The Option Menu allows you restore defaults or display the current version of WAAS capabilities. Then use the THUMB STICK to an "electric... reduces the rate of obtaining a 3D fix without requiring you to any problems. The 'Power Status' icon changes from a dark outline to GPS information. Switch between 'Enabled' and 'Disabled'. Change the display to remain stationary. To adjust System Page options: Use the THUMB STICK to highlight ...
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Appendix A Specifications Physical Case: Size: Weight: Temperature Range: Fully-gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy, waterproof to IPX7 standards (waterproof to one meter for 30 minutes) 4.4"H x 2"W x 1.2"D Approx. 5.3 ounces (150 g) w/batteries 5° to 158°F (-15° to 70°C) (operating) Performance Receiver: Differential-ready, 12 parallel channel Acquisition time: Approx. 15 seconds (warm start) Approx. 45 seconds (EZinit/cold start) Approx. 5 minutes (First Time/AutoLocate™) Update Rate: 1/second, continuous GPS Accuracy:
Appendix A Specifications Physical Case: Size: Weight: Temperature Range: Fully-gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy, waterproof to IPX7 standards (waterproof to one meter for 30 minutes) 4.4"H x 2"W x 1.2"D Approx. 5.3 ounces (150 g) w/batteries 5° to 158°F (-15° to 70°C) (operating) Performance Receiver: Differential-ready, 12 parallel channel Acquisition time: Approx. 15 seconds (warm start) Approx. 45 seconds (EZinit/cold start) Approx. 5 minutes (First Time/AutoLocate™) Update Rate: 1/second, continuous GPS Accuracy:
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... destination. Current ETA - The remaining distance to a destination. The glide ratio required to descend from your current location to your final destination. Your current GPS position. Pointer - Indicates the direction to the location and altitude of your destination. Current Destination - The altitude (height) above or below sea level. The last...
... destination. Current ETA - The remaining distance to a destination. The glide ratio required to descend from your current location to your final destination. Your current GPS position. Pointer - Indicates the direction to the location and altitude of your destination. Current Destination - The altitude (height) above or below sea level. The last...
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... two seconds. mation from WAAS. Batteries may be remedied using this guide, contact GARMIN Customer Service at: 913-397-8200 or 800-800-1020 Symptom Probable Cause Troubleshooting ... the Map Page Setup Page to a location with new batteries. right corner. The eTrex Vista is not activated. Batteries are pressing and releasing the POWER button. Reinstall batteries. You... setting is set to 5 minutes. lection, then 1-2 minutes afterwards. Replace batteries. Set system GPS to 'Normal' and interface to the left. Press in service for RTCM. The unit turns ...
... two seconds. mation from WAAS. Batteries may be remedied using this guide, contact GARMIN Customer Service at: 913-397-8200 or 800-800-1020 Symptom Probable Cause Troubleshooting ... the Map Page Setup Page to a location with new batteries. right corner. The eTrex Vista is not activated. Batteries are pressing and releasing the POWER button. Reinstall batteries. You... setting is set to 5 minutes. lection, then 1-2 minutes afterwards. Replace batteries. Set system GPS to 'Normal' and interface to the left. Press in service for RTCM. The unit turns ...
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The GARMIN GBR 21 and GBR 23 are selected from the GPS unit. Other beacon receivers with the correct RTCM format may be used, but may be hard-wired to three NMEA devices. eTrex Vista Connector Data Cable 64 Ground (-) Data Out Data In Power (+) Ground (-) ..., GPVTG, GPWPL, GPBOD GARMIN Proprietary Sentences: PGRME (estimated error), PGRMM (datum string), PGRMZ (altitude), PSLIB (beacon receiver control) DGPS (Differential GPS) corrections are RS-232 compatible, allowing easy interface to a wide range of this unit allows you to connect your eTrex Vista unit are accepted in RTCM...
The GARMIN GBR 21 and GBR 23 are selected from the GPS unit. Other beacon receivers with the correct RTCM format may be used, but may be hard-wired to three NMEA devices. eTrex Vista Connector Data Cable 64 Ground (-) Data Out Data In Power (+) Ground (-) ..., GPVTG, GPWPL, GPBOD GARMIN Proprietary Sentences: PGRME (estimated error), PGRMM (datum string), PGRMZ (altitude), PSLIB (beacon receiver control) DGPS (Differential GPS) corrections are RS-232 compatible, allowing easy interface to a wide range of this unit allows you to connect your eTrex Vista unit are accepted in RTCM...
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... Status 53 Status Window 29 Daylight Savings Time 49 Delete Note 55 Waypoint 32 Demo Mode 53 Descent 25 Destination 20 Detail, Map 14 Differential GPS (DGPS 64 Display 51 Display Backlighting 3 Display Mode 14 Display Page 51 Distance 20, 50 Distance/Speed 50 Distance to Point 46 E Edit From the..., 60 Finding Address 38 City 35 Exit 36 Favorite 35 Intersection 38 Point of Interest 37 Waypoint 34 FIND button 2, 33 Find Menu 29, 33 G GARMIN 52 DGPS 52
... Status 53 Status Window 29 Daylight Savings Time 49 Delete Note 55 Waypoint 32 Demo Mode 53 Descent 25 Destination 20 Detail, Map 14 Differential GPS (DGPS 64 Display 51 Display Backlighting 3 Display Mode 14 Display Page 51 Distance 20, 50 Distance/Speed 50 Distance to Point 46 E Edit From the..., 60 Finding Address 38 City 35 Exit 36 Favorite 35 Intersection 38 Point of Interest 37 Waypoint 34 FIND button 2, 33 Find Menu 29, 33 G GARMIN 52 DGPS 52
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Index Limited Warranty vi, vii Proprietary Sentences 64 Getting Started 1 Glide Ratio 20, 25, 60 Destination (Dest) 20, 25, 60 Global Positioning System (GPS 3, 5, 53, 58, 64, iii Goto Functions 8, 12, 35, 40 Cancelling (Stop Navigation) 11, 13, 18, 40, 46 Goto Line 14 H Handlebar Mounting Bracket 59 Heading ... data field options 46 select either option 51 select Units Page options 50 Setup the Navigation Page 18 set Electronic Compass Switch 51 set GPS and Electronic Compass Switch 51 67
Index Limited Warranty vi, vii Proprietary Sentences 64 Getting Started 1 Glide Ratio 20, 25, 60 Destination (Dest) 20, 25, 60 Global Positioning System (GPS 3, 5, 53, 58, 64, iii Goto Functions 8, 12, 35, 40 Cancelling (Stop Navigation) 11, 13, 18, 40, 46 Goto Line 14 H Handlebar Mounting Bracket 59 Heading ... data field options 46 select either option 51 select Units Page options 50 Setup the Navigation Page 18 set Electronic Compass Switch 51 set GPS and Electronic Compass Switch 51 67