Declaration of Conformity
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GARMIN (Europe) Ltd, Liberty House, Hounsdown Business Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO51 9DL, U.K. Information Technology Equipment ASTRO 220 + DC-30 The undersigned does hereby declare that the equipment complies to which Conformity is Declared: 95/54/EC, 1999/5/EC EN 60950-1:2001 Safety of Information Technology Equipment ETS 300 390 Radio Equipment and Systems...DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive: Standard to the above Directives Paul Morrow Quality Manager GARMIN (Europe) Ltd Date: 5th December 2008 Specific conditions for Radio Paging Equipment EN 301 489...
GARMIN (Europe) Ltd, Liberty House, Hounsdown Business Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO51 9DL, U.K. Information Technology Equipment ASTRO 220 + DC-30 The undersigned does hereby declare that the equipment complies to which Conformity is Declared: 95/54/EC, 1999/5/EC EN 60950-1:2001 Safety of Information Technology Equipment ETS 300 390 Radio Equipment and Systems...DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive: Standard to the above Directives Paul Morrow Quality Manager GARMIN (Europe) Ltd Date: 5th December 2008 Specific conditions for Radio Paging Equipment EN 301 489...
Owner's Manual
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.... • Subscribe to online services for the Garmin® Astro™ 220 Dog Tracking System. Introduction Contact Garmin Contact Garmin if you have any page. • Press BACK to move backward through your Astro 220. Introduction This manual provides user information for Points of the display backlight (page 4). • To extend the DC 30 battery life, turn the unit off when...
.... • Subscribe to online services for the Garmin® Astro™ 220 Dog Tracking System. Introduction Contact Garmin Contact Garmin if you have any page. • Press BACK to move backward through your Astro 220. Introduction This manual provides user information for Points of the display backlight (page 4). • To extend the DC 30 battery life, turn the unit off when...
Owner's Manual
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... Shortcuts i Product Registration i Contact Garmin i myGarmin i DC 30 Battery Warnings iv Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Installing the Batteries in the Astro 220 2 Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions 3 Turning the Astro 220 On 4 Charging the DC 30 4 Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals 5 Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass 6 Operating the Astro 220 6 Manual Conventions 7 On-Screen Messages 7 Dog Tracking 8 Communicating with the DC 30 8 Tracking a Dog 10 Main Menu 14 ii...
... Shortcuts i Product Registration i Contact Garmin i myGarmin i DC 30 Battery Warnings iv Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Installing the Batteries in the Astro 220 2 Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions 3 Turning the Astro 220 On 4 Charging the DC 30 4 Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals 5 Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass 6 Operating the Astro 220 6 Manual Conventions 7 On-Screen Messages 7 Dog Tracking 8 Communicating with the DC 30 8 Tracking a Dog 10 Main Menu 14 ii...
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...on , the Garmin Logo appears, followed by a prompt. Charging the DC 30 Fully charge the DC 30 before using it on , press and hold the key. To charge the DC 30: 1. Press ENTER to adjust the brightness levels. Battery charging port Blue LED Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual ...Connect the vehicle power cable or the AC adapter to an appropriate electrical source. 2. Getting Started Turning the Astro 220 On To turn the Astro 220 on a hunt...
...on , the Garmin Logo appears, followed by a prompt. Charging the DC 30 Fully charge the DC 30 before using it on , press and hold the key. To charge the DC 30: 1. Press ENTER to adjust the brightness levels. Battery charging port Blue LED Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual ...Connect the vehicle power cable or the AC adapter to an appropriate electrical source. 2. Getting Started Turning the Astro 220 On To turn the Astro 220 on a hunt...
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... trees. 2. When the bars are black, the Astro 220 has acquired satellite signals. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To acquire GPS satellite signals: 1. Turn the Astro 220 and DC 30 on the bottom of the DC 30, both units have acquired satellite signals. The bars on Getting Started Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals Before the Astro 220 can take a few minutes. Battery charging port...
... trees. 2. When the bars are black, the Astro 220 has acquired satellite signals. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To acquire GPS satellite signals: 1. Turn the Astro 220 and DC 30 on the bottom of the DC 30, both units have acquired satellite signals. The bars on Getting Started Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals Before the Astro 220 can take a few minutes. Battery charging port...
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... signals. • -blinks when the unit detects a signal (for example, a DC 30) on the screen using the Rocker, and press the ENTER key after each Astro 220 page provides status information. You can change the settings, but you can revert to ... soon as "Calculating Route." Status Bar Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Manual Conventions In this manual, small arrows (>) indicate that require multiple steps and options. Getting Started • -indicates the remaining battery power. • -appears when the Astro 220 is receiving. Default-the saved factory settings...
... signals. • -blinks when the unit detects a signal (for example, a DC 30) on the screen using the Rocker, and press the ENTER key after each Astro 220 page provides status information. You can change the settings, but you can revert to ... soon as "Calculating Route." Status Bar Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Manual Conventions In this manual, small arrows (>) indicate that require multiple steps and options. Getting Started • -indicates the remaining battery power. • -appears when the Astro 220 is receiving. Default-the saved factory settings...
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... the dog) Dog status icon Distance to view the Dog Information page. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Press ENTER to the dog Dog Tracker Page To view details about a selected dog: 1. The Astro 220 can keep track of dogs. Use the Rocker to select a dog on the map, and adding dogs to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the dog. Note: The DC 30...
... the dog) Dog status icon Distance to view the Dog Information page. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Press ENTER to the dog Dog Tracker Page To view details about a selected dog: 1. The Astro 220 can keep track of dogs. Use the Rocker to select a dog on the map, and adding dogs to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the dog. Note: The DC 30...
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... press ENTER. 2. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Dog Tracking Naming the Dog The Astro 220 assigns a name such as Dog or Dog 1 to every Dog Unit (DC 30) linked to reset the dog statistics and the track log (page 30) for that dog. Dog status fields Dog name field Position update rate and dog DC 30 battery communication capacity ID number (page 13) DC 30 communication DC 30 GPS signal strength signal...
... press ENTER. 2. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Dog Tracking Naming the Dog The Astro 220 assigns a name such as Dog or Dog 1 to every Dog Unit (DC 30) linked to reset the dog statistics and the track log (page 30) for that dog. Dog status fields Dog name field Position update rate and dog DC 30 battery communication capacity ID number (page 13) DC 30 communication DC 30 GPS signal strength signal...
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Dog Tracking Dog Information Page Options On the Dog Information page, press MENU to access additional dog information options. • Stop (or Start) Tracking-stops (or starts) tracking the dog. • Identify Dog Unit-displays the DC 30 software version on the Dog Tracker Page The Dog Tracker page shows the direction and distance of the dog. 10 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Settings-allows you to...
Dog Tracking Dog Information Page Options On the Dog Information page, press MENU to access additional dog information options. • Stop (or Start) Tracking-stops (or starts) tracking the dog. • Identify Dog Unit-displays the DC 30 software version on the Dog Tracker Page The Dog Tracker page shows the direction and distance of the dog. 10 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Settings-allows you to...
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... appears, and the dog pointer is identified and the dog pointer indicates its movements • Your location and track Marked locations on map Dog status icon Dog track Accuracy circle Your position is farther than that the Astro 220 cannot determine the location of your position. As you are facing. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 11 The dog pointer is most accurate...
... appears, and the dog pointer is identified and the dog pointer indicates its movements • Your location and track Marked locations on map Dog status icon Dog track Accuracy circle Your position is farther than that the Astro 220 cannot determine the location of your position. As you are facing. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 11 The dog pointer is most accurate...
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... assign a new ID number to guide you should allow the Astro 220 to select and confirm options. To link, the Astro 220 must know the DC 30 ID number. 12 To add a new dog to the Astro 220 using the setup wizard in the Dog List. Note: The setup wizard may indicate that there is .... If necessary, you can link them to the list: 1. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual By default, the new dog is named "Dog" and an ID number is a conflict with the ID number of the Astro 220 have the same ID, the Astro 220 warns you track has its own ID number. To resolve the conflict, follow the...
... assign a new ID number to guide you should allow the Astro 220 to select and confirm options. To link, the Astro 220 must know the DC 30 ID number. 12 To add a new dog to the Astro 220 using the setup wizard in the Dog List. Note: The setup wizard may indicate that there is .... If necessary, you can link them to the list: 1. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual By default, the new dog is named "Dog" and an ID number is a conflict with the ID number of the Astro 220 have the same ID, the Astro 220 warns you track has its own ID number. To resolve the conflict, follow the...
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...dog track and collected statistics. 4. The Astro 220 and DC 30 use radio signals to a dog and change the update rate: 1. Change the update rate, if desired. Ensure that the Astro 220 is within a few feet of the signals. A fully charged DC 30 operates for Successful Tracking • Use a fully charged DC... dog's DC 30 produces the best communication signal. Objects in a poor signal. BEST GOOD POOR Line-of a hill). Keeping an unobstructed line of sight Dog Tracking between you and your area (for example, on the top of -Sight Radio Communication Astro Dog Tracking System Owner...
...dog track and collected statistics. 4. The Astro 220 and DC 30 use radio signals to a dog and change the update rate: 1. Change the update rate, if desired. Ensure that the Astro 220 is within a few feet of the signals. A fully charged DC 30 operates for Successful Tracking • Use a fully charged DC... dog's DC 30 produces the best communication signal. Objects in a poor signal. BEST GOOD POOR Line-of a hill). Keeping an unobstructed line of sight Dog Tracking between you and your area (for example, on the top of -Sight Radio Communication Astro Dog Tracking System Owner...
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...Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 45 Dog Alerts Setup To turn Dog Alerts on . • Backlight Level-increases or decreases the backlight intensity. Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > Settings > Dog Alerts. 2. Settings • Lost Communication Alert-the Astro 220 is on the list > ENTER. Dog List Setup To open the Dog...select an alert > ENTER > Off (or On). • On-Point Alert-indicates that the dog's DC 30 has lost GPS satellite signals. Display Setup To configure the Astro 220 screen settings: Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > Settings > Display. • Display Mode-sets...
...Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 45 Dog Alerts Setup To turn Dog Alerts on . • Backlight Level-increases or decreases the backlight intensity. Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > Settings > Dog Alerts. 2. Settings • Lost Communication Alert-the Astro 220 is on the list > ENTER. Dog List Setup To open the Dog...select an alert > ENTER > Off (or On). • On-Point Alert-indicates that the dog's DC 30 has lost GPS satellite signals. Display Setup To configure the Astro 220 screen settings: Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > Settings > Display. • Display Mode-sets...
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Appendix Appendix Specifications Physical Size: Astro 220: 2¼ in patch Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual D (36 × 43 × 84 mm) Weight: Astro 220: 6.5 oz. (185 g) without collar Display: 1.5 in. DC 30: 4.1 oz. (116 g) with an open sky view. GPS Performance Receiver: WAAS enabled Acquisition Times: average, for a stationary receiver with batteries and antenna and without batteries. Warm: 15 seconds...
Appendix Appendix Specifications Physical Size: Astro 220: 2¼ in patch Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual D (36 × 43 × 84 mm) Weight: Astro 220: 6.5 oz. (185 g) without collar Display: 1.5 in. DC 30: 4.1 oz. (116 g) with an open sky view. GPS Performance Receiver: WAAS enabled Acquisition Times: average, for a stationary receiver with batteries and antenna and without batteries. Warm: 15 seconds...
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no memory battery required Map Storage: microSD card capacity (a small portion of sight Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 55 Alkaline batteries lose capacity as temperature decreases. Recharging takes 4½ hours. DC 30: from 17 to 24 hours (typical use Radio Service) Frequency: 151....batteries, vehicle power adapter, USB data cable DC 30: Internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery, vehicle power adapter, AC charger Battery Life: Astro 220: Up to 36 hours. line of the card capacity is used for computer interface Data Storage Life:Indefinite; Accuracy GPS: < 33 ft. (10 m) 95...
no memory battery required Map Storage: microSD card capacity (a small portion of sight Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 55 Alkaline batteries lose capacity as temperature decreases. Recharging takes 4½ hours. DC 30: from 17 to 24 hours (typical use Radio Service) Frequency: 151....batteries, vehicle power adapter, USB data cable DC 30: Internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery, vehicle power adapter, AC charger Battery Life: Astro 220: Up to 36 hours. line of the card capacity is used for computer interface Data Storage Life:Indefinite; Accuracy GPS: < 33 ft. (10 m) 95...
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...: DC 30: 2 watts Optional Accessories To obtain replacements for Astro 220 accessories and for updated drivers. When you initially connect the Astro 220 to the capacity Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Periodically check www.garmin.com for optional accessories, contact your computer might prompt you can view listings of data transferable is limited to a USB port, your Garmin dealer, Garmin Product...
...: DC 30: 2 watts Optional Accessories To obtain replacements for Astro 220 accessories and for updated drivers. When you initially connect the Astro 220 to the capacity Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Periodically check www.garmin.com for optional accessories, contact your computer might prompt you can view listings of data transferable is limited to a USB port, your Garmin dealer, Garmin Product...
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... the USB cable provided. Turn the Astro 220 on Updates & Downloads. Open Garmin MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager. The DC 30 does, however, store more-detailed tracks Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 59 Click on . 3. Updating DC 30 Software The DC 30 uses your Astro 220 are no updates.) Transferring Tracks from the Astro 220 to www.garmin.com/products/Astro. Follow the instructions for most users...
... the USB cable provided. Turn the Astro 220 on Updates & Downloads. Open Garmin MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager. The DC 30 does, however, store more-detailed tracks Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 59 Click on . 3. Updating DC 30 Software The DC 30 uses your Astro 220 are no updates.) Transferring Tracks from the Astro 220 to www.garmin.com/products/Astro. Follow the instructions for most users...
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Appendix of the Astro 220. 4. These tracks can be transferred to MapSource on the Astro 220 (page 9). 5. To transfer dog unit (DC 30) tracks: 1. Open Garmin MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager. 2. Turn the DC 30 on the Astro 220. Check Tracks in MapSource. 10.Press ENTER on and place it dry. Cleaning the Astro 220 Screen Clean the Astro 220 screen using the USB cable provided. When "The...
Appendix of the Astro 220. 4. These tracks can be transferred to MapSource on the Astro 220 (page 9). 5. To transfer dog unit (DC 30) tracks: 1. Open Garmin MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager. 2. Turn the DC 30 on the Astro 220. Check Tracks in MapSource. 10.Press ENTER on and place it dry. Cleaning the Astro 220 Screen Clean the Astro 220 screen using the USB cable provided. When "The...
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... before using or charging. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in Garmin. Cleaning the Dog Collar Hand wash the collar using the DC 30. Storage Do not store the Astro 220 or DC 30 where prolonged exposure to the Software remain in and to temperature extremes may...for 30 minutes. Before storage, charge the battery to approximately 50% of Garmin and that exposes it air dry. Do not store a fully depleted battery because it in source code form remains Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 61 After immersion, be accelerated by exposure to high temperatures ...
... before using or charging. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in Garmin. Cleaning the Dog Collar Hand wash the collar using the DC 30. Storage Do not store the Astro 220 or DC 30 where prolonged exposure to the Software remain in and to temperature extremes may...for 30 minutes. Before storage, charge the battery to approximately 50% of Garmin and that exposes it air dry. Do not store a fully depleted battery because it in source code form remains Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 61 After immersion, be accelerated by exposure to high temperatures ...
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... transferring data to a microSD card 57 transferring dog tracks 59 trip computer page 24 turn preview page 38 U units of measure 52 units setup 52 updating software Astro 220 58 DC 30 59 upgrade dog unit 10 USB drivers 56 use map data 33 use track data 33 use with GPS on or off 39 UTC offset 51... plot 29 view sunrise/sunset 14 W WAAS 44 water immersion 61 wrap when full 31 wrist strap 2 Z zoom altimeter 30 auto 47 highway page 37 track profile 33 zoom ranges altimeter 30 Index Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 67
... transferring data to a microSD card 57 transferring dog tracks 59 trip computer page 24 turn preview page 38 U units of measure 52 units setup 52 updating software Astro 220 58 DC 30 59 upgrade dog unit 10 USB drivers 56 use map data 33 use track data 33 use with GPS on or off 39 UTC offset 51... plot 29 view sunrise/sunset 14 W WAAS 44 water immersion 61 wrap when full 31 wrist strap 2 Z zoom altimeter 30 auto 47 highway page 37 track profile 33 zoom ranges altimeter 30 Index Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 67