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...or 0808 2380000 (within the UK). myGarmin Go to www.my.garmin.com to access the latest services for your Garmin products. • Subscribe to online services for the Garmin® Astro™ 220 Dog Tracking System. Tips and Shortcuts • Press MENU twice to return to ...page. • Press BACK to your Astro 220. In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. Connect to www.garmin.com/support/. In the USA contact Garmin Product Support by completing our online registration...
...or 0808 2380000 (within the UK). myGarmin Go to www.my.garmin.com to access the latest services for your Garmin products. • Subscribe to online services for the Garmin® Astro™ 220 Dog Tracking System. Tips and Shortcuts • Press MENU twice to return to ...page. • Press BACK to your Astro 220. In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. Connect to www.garmin.com/support/. In the USA contact Garmin Product Support by completing our online registration...
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... Points of Interest 23 GPS Applications 24 Using the Trip Computer 24 Using the Compass Page 25 Using the Altimeter Page 28 Using Tracks 30 Creating Routes 34 Using the Highway Page 37 Using Proximity Locations 37 Using Turn Preview 38 Using Active Route 39 Using the Satellite Page 39 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual
... Points of Interest 23 GPS Applications 24 Using the Trip Computer 24 Using the Compass Page 25 Using the Altimeter Page 28 Using Tracks 30 Creating Routes 34 Using the Highway Page 37 Using Proximity Locations 37 Using Turn Preview 38 Using Active Route 39 Using the Satellite Page 39 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual
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Accessories 41 Calendar 41 Calculator 42 Stopwatch 42 Sunrise/Sunset 42 Hunting Almanac 43 Games 43 Settings 44 System Setup 44 Dog List Setup 45 Dog Alerts Setup 45 Display Setup 45 Tones Setup 46 Main Menu Setup 46 Map Setup 46 Routing Setup 49 Geocache Setup 51 Marine Alarms Setup ... Setup 52 Heading Setup 52 Calibration Setup 53 Altimeter Setup 53 Introduction Appendix 54 Specifications 54 Optional Accessories 56 Transferring Data 56 Caring for the Astro 220 System 60 Software License Agreement 61 Index 64 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual iii
Accessories 41 Calendar 41 Calculator 42 Stopwatch 42 Sunrise/Sunset 42 Hunting Almanac 43 Games 43 Settings 44 System Setup 44 Dog List Setup 45 Dog Alerts Setup 45 Display Setup 45 Tones Setup 46 Main Menu Setup 46 Map Setup 46 Routing Setup 49 Geocache Setup 51 Marine Alarms Setup ... Setup 52 Heading Setup 52 Calibration Setup 53 Altimeter Setup 53 Introduction Appendix 54 Specifications 54 Optional Accessories 56 Transferring Data 56 Caring for the Astro 220 System 60 Software License Agreement 61 Index 64 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual iii
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... temperature range: from -4˚F to 104˚F (from -20˚ to 40˚C). Alaska law prohibits guides from using GPS devices to assist in the taking of fire or explosion. When storing the unit for product warnings and other important information. Using ... cell is complete. NOTICE REGARDING LEGAL RESTRICTIONS; Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To prevent damage, remove the unit from the vehicle or store it . Do not disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery. • Replace the battery with a Garmin lithium-ion battery pack. Introduction See the Important...
... temperature range: from -4˚F to 104˚F (from -20˚ to 40˚C). Alaska law prohibits guides from using GPS devices to assist in the taking of fire or explosion. When storing the unit for product warnings and other important information. Using ... cell is complete. NOTICE REGARDING LEGAL RESTRICTIONS; Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To prevent damage, remove the unit from the vehicle or store it . Do not disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery. • Replace the battery with a Garmin lithium-ion battery pack. Introduction See the Important...
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Unit Overview Power key LCD screen Keypad Getting Started Getting Started Belt clip button attachment Wrist strap attachment slot Battery compartment locking D-ring Battery compartment cover and access to the microSD™ card tray VHF antenna GPS antenna USB port (under weather cap) Battery charging port DC 30 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual
Unit Overview Power key LCD screen Keypad Getting Started Getting Started Belt clip button attachment Wrist strap attachment slot Battery compartment locking D-ring Battery compartment cover and access to the microSD™ card tray VHF antenna GPS antenna USB port (under weather cap) Battery charging port DC 30 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual
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...pull the end of the unit. 2. Route the strap through the slot on the back of the strap. Remove the batteries from your Astro 220 when you remove the batteries, data is not lost. Wrist strap installation Belt clip button installation (tighten the button securely by turning ..., lithium or NiMH batteries (not included). clockwise and remove the battery cover. 2. Getting Started Installing the Batteries in the battery compartment. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual See page 44 for several months. When you do not expect to install or remove the microSD data card in the...
...pull the end of the unit. 2. Route the strap through the slot on the back of the strap. Remove the batteries from your Astro 220 when you remove the batteries, data is not lost. Wrist strap installation Belt clip button installation (tighten the button securely by turning ..., lithium or NiMH batteries (not included). clockwise and remove the battery cover. 2. Getting Started Installing the Batteries in the battery compartment. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual See page 44 for several months. When you do not expect to install or remove the microSD data card in the...
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...-Press to view page options. Rocker-Press up or down , left, or right to highlight options and to enter data, or to the Main Menu. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual ENT (Enter)-Press to enter highlighted options, select data, or confirm on the Map page. MENU-Press to mark your current location. ...Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions IN/OUT zoom-Press to zoom in or out on ‑screen messages. DOG-Press at any other page. Press to scroll up , down a list on any time to view ...
...-Press to view page options. Rocker-Press up or down , left, or right to highlight options and to enter data, or to the Main Menu. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual ENT (Enter)-Press to enter highlighted options, select data, or confirm on the Map page. MENU-Press to mark your current location. ...Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions IN/OUT zoom-Press to zoom in or out on ‑screen messages. DOG-Press at any other page. Press to scroll up , down a list on any time to view ...
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...change the display colors and backlight timeout. Garmin Logo Dog Tracker Page To adjust the backlight level: 1. Slide the connector into the battery charging port on , the Garmin Logo appears, followed by a prompt. Power The first time you turn the Astro 220 on, press and hold the key... range is 32°F-113°F (0°C-45°C). Getting Started Turning the Astro 220 On To turn the Astro 220 on the side of the DC 30. Battery charging port Blue LED Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Press the Rocker up arrow or down arrow to adjust the brightness ...
...change the display colors and backlight timeout. Garmin Logo Dog Tracker Page To adjust the backlight level: 1. Slide the connector into the battery charging port on , the Garmin Logo appears, followed by a prompt. Power The first time you turn the Astro 220 on, press and hold the key... range is 32°F-113°F (0°C-45°C). Getting Started Turning the Astro 220 On To turn the Astro 220 on the side of the DC 30. Battery charging port Blue LED Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Press the Rocker up arrow or down arrow to adjust the brightness ...
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.... 2. When the bars are black, the Astro 220 has acquired satellite signals. The two red LEDs on Getting Started Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals Before the Astro 220 can take a few minutes. Go outdoors to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the ...The red LEDs blink at each pulse when a location fix is achieved. To acquire GPS satellite signals: 1. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To turn the DC 30 on the Astro 220 indicate satellite strength. Turn the Astro 220 and DC 30 on the bottom of the DC 30, until the blue LED...
.... 2. When the bars are black, the Astro 220 has acquired satellite signals. The two red LEDs on Getting Started Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals Before the Astro 220 can take a few minutes. Go outdoors to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the ...The red LEDs blink at each pulse when a location fix is achieved. To acquire GPS satellite signals: 1. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To turn the DC 30 on the Astro 220 indicate satellite strength. Turn the Astro 220 and DC 30 on the bottom of the DC 30, until the blue LED...
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...be shown and entered. A highlighted field appears yellow. Field-the location on -screen directions. Use the Rocker to scroll a set of items. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To calibrate the electronic compass: 1. Hold the unit level and turn slowly. • "Just Right," "Too Fast," or "Too... on the right side of a list that generate magnetic fields, such as cars or buildings. Getting Started Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass Calibrate the Astro 220 electronic compass the first time you use it, after periods of storage, after you to select a button, and...
...be shown and entered. A highlighted field appears yellow. Field-the location on -screen directions. Use the Rocker to scroll a set of items. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual To calibrate the electronic compass: 1. Hold the unit level and turn slowly. • "Just Right," "Too Fast," or "Too... on the right side of a list that generate magnetic fields, such as cars or buildings. Getting Started Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass Calibrate the Astro 220 electronic compass the first time you use it, after periods of storage, after you to select a button, and...
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... ENTER, highlight Show Info, and press ENTER again. Messages also indicate temporary conditions, such as the process is powered by selecting Restore Defaults. 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. •...
... ENTER, highlight Show Info, and press ENTER again. Messages also indicate temporary conditions, such as the process is powered by selecting Restore Defaults. 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. •...
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... the Dog Information page. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual When communicating with the DC 30, the Dog Tracker page indicates the direction of the dog, the distance away from you are using a DC 30 that was packaged with your Astro 220 System was linked with the DC 30: Press DOG to the Dog List. The Astro 220 can keep track of the dog...
... the Dog Information page. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual When communicating with the DC 30, the Dog Tracker page indicates the direction of the dog, the distance away from you are using a DC 30 that was packaged with your Astro 220 System was linked with the DC 30: Press DOG to the Dog List. The Astro 220 can keep track of the dog...
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... (page 13) DC 30 communication DC 30 GPS signal strength signal strength Dog Information Page The Dog Information page displays the status of the dog. 3. Use the Rocker and ENTER to view the location and movement of the dog: 1. Select OK > ENTER when you are...the average speed. 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. On the Dog Information page, highlight the Name field and press ENTER. 2. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual ...
... (page 13) DC 30 communication DC 30 GPS signal strength signal strength Dog Information Page The Dog Information page displays the status of the dog. 3. Use the Rocker and ENTER to view the location and movement of the dog: 1. Select OK > ENTER when you are...the average speed. 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. On the Dog Information page, highlight the Name field and press ENTER. 2. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual ...
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... and/or the rate of the dog. 10 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Tracking a Dog Attach the DC 30 with the VHF antenna (page 1) pointing up. 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...
... and/or the rate of the dog. 10 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Tracking a Dog Attach the DC 30 with the VHF antenna (page 1) pointing up. 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...
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... symbol [?], indicates that the DC 30 has not acquired a satellite signal and that the Astro 220 cannot determine the location of the dog. To track a dog on the map appear to the dog, the dog pointer may be inaccurate. Note: When the Map page is in the direction you .... For more information about the Map page features and custom settings, refer to North Up (page 47). Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 11 To view the Dog Tracker page: Press DOG. Dog Status Icons Dog Tracking The Map page indicates the following: • The location of your position. To stabilize the objects, ...
... symbol [?], indicates that the DC 30 has not acquired a satellite signal and that the Astro 220 cannot determine the location of the dog. To track a dog on the map appear to the dog, the dog pointer may be inaccurate. Note: When the Map page is in the direction you .... For more information about the Map page features and custom settings, refer to North Up (page 47). Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 11 To view the Dog Tracker page: Press DOG. Dog Status Icons Dog Tracking The Map page indicates the following: • The location of your position. To stabilize the objects, ...
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... assign a new ID number to add or remove dogs. • Small Numbers (or Big Numbers)-changes the size of the dog descriptions on the Rocker to automatically assign IDs. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Adding Dogs to the Dog List If you purchase additional DC 30 units, you... through multiple dogs in "Conflicting Dog Signals." To resolve the conflict, follow the ...
... assign a new ID number to add or remove dogs. • Small Numbers (or Big Numbers)-changes the size of the dog descriptions on the Rocker to automatically assign IDs. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Adding Dogs to the Dog List If you purchase additional DC 30 units, you... through multiple dogs in "Conflicting Dog Signals." To resolve the conflict, follow the ...
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...charged DC 30 operates for approximately 17 hours when using 5‑second interval reporting. • Use line-of -Sight Radio Communication Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 13 BEST GOOD POOR Line-of -sight radio communication. Objects in a poor signal. Obstructed radio waves result in... reduce battery drain, but they create a less-detailed dog track and collected statistics. 4. Ensure that the Astro 220 is within a few feet of a hill). Keeping an unobstructed line of sight Dog Tracking between you and your area (for Successful Tracking • Use a fully charged DC 30.
...charged DC 30 operates for approximately 17 hours when using 5‑second interval reporting. • Use line-of -Sight Radio Communication Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 13 BEST GOOD POOR Line-of -sight radio communication. Objects in a poor signal. Obstructed radio waves result in... reduce battery drain, but they create a less-detailed dog track and collected statistics. 4. Ensure that the Astro 220 is within a few feet of a hill). Keeping an unobstructed line of sight Dog Tracking between you and your area (for Successful Tracking • Use a fully charged DC 30.
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... Menu, press MENU > MENU. Advanced-displays advanced options. • Find (page 20) • GPS Applications (page 24) • Accessories (page 41) • Settings (page 44) Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Note: Items shown on the Main Menu can be moved, deleted, or added as described... on the map. Main Menu Start New Hunt-resets dog statistics and track logs, and marks your starting location. Select Use Find...
... Menu, press MENU > MENU. Advanced-displays advanced options. • Find (page 20) • GPS Applications (page 24) • Accessories (page 41) • Settings (page 44) Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual Note: Items shown on the Main Menu can be moved, deleted, or added as described... on the map. Main Menu Start New Hunt-resets dog statistics and track logs, and marks your starting location. Select Use Find...
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..., select OK (on the keypad). 4. Press ENTER. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 15 To mark your vehicle location: When beginning a hunt, select Start New Hunt (page 14) while you are landmarks that you record and store in your Astro 220. Use the Rocker to move the map pointer to...screen keypad. After entering and confirming your changes, select OK (on the keypad). 4. Note: The Mark Covey option allows you can use your Astro 220 to navigate back to your starting location. To mark a location using the Map page: 1. Select OK to mark the location. Mark Location...
..., select OK (on the keypad). 4. Press ENTER. Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual 15 To mark your vehicle location: When beginning a hunt, select Start New Hunt (page 14) while you are landmarks that you record and store in your Astro 220. Use the Rocker to move the map pointer to...screen keypad. After entering and confirming your changes, select OK (on the keypad). 4. Note: The Mark Covey option allows you can use your Astro 220 to navigate back to your starting location. To mark a location using the Map page: 1. Select OK to mark the location. Mark Location...
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... the map, and press ENTER. To calculate your changes, select OK (on -screen keypad. Select Map to the location, select Go To. 16 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual When averaging, the Astro 220 takes several readings at the bottom of accuracy you want to open the Location page. 2. Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > Find > Marked...
... the map, and press ENTER. To calculate your changes, select OK (on -screen keypad. Select Map to the location, select Go To. 16 Astro Dog Tracking System Owner's Manual When averaging, the Astro 220 takes several readings at the bottom of accuracy you want to open the Location page. 2. Press MENU > MENU > Advanced > Find > Marked...