Owner's Manual
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...property of GARMIN and is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. Software License Agreement BY USING THE ETREX LEGEND, YOU AGREE...precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. iv tion and code of GARMIN is to... us at a reasonable cost. The system is either not available or prohibitively expensive. Virtually all GPS equipment. We...the consumer. MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of the Software are valuable trade Although the eTrex Legend is available to...
...property of GARMIN and is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. Software License Agreement BY USING THE ETREX LEGEND, YOU AGREE...precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. iv tion and code of GARMIN is to... us at a reasonable cost. The system is either not available or prohibitively expensive. Virtually all GPS equipment. We...the consumer. MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of the Software are valuable trade Although the eTrex Legend is available to...
Owner's Manual
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... and Contrast 3 The Main Pages Main Page Basics 4 Satellite The Main Page 5 Options 6-7 Navigating Navigating with eTrex Legend 8 Map The Main Page 9-10 Options 11-15 Using the Pan Map Option 12 Stop Navigation 13 Hide/Show Navigation Status 13 Hide/Show Data Fields 13 Setup 14-15 The Measure Distance option 15... Navigation The Main Page 16 Options 17-18 Trip Computer The Main ...
... and Contrast 3 The Main Pages Main Page Basics 4 Satellite The Main Page 5 Options 6-7 Navigating Navigating with eTrex Legend 8 Map The Main Page 9-10 Options 11-15 Using the Pan Map Option 12 Stop Navigation 13 Hide/Show Navigation Status 13 Hide/Show Data Fields 13 Setup 14-15 The Measure Distance option 15... Navigation The Main Page 16 Options 17-18 Trip Computer The Main ...
Owner's Manual
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...displaying a variety of detailed map data storage, allowing transfer from GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM's. Not enabling WAAS when you cannot receive a signal speeds unit map drawing and conserves battery power. In fact, you may be limited by your eTrex Legend immediately. A Find Feature ...structure with detailed instructions on using a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. Getting Started Before you begin to explore the eTrex Legend's operating features, you should be familiar with the information contained in the Quick Start which enhance navigation or customize the unit's operation. This ...
...displaying a variety of detailed map data storage, allowing transfer from GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM's. Not enabling WAAS when you cannot receive a signal speeds unit map drawing and conserves battery power. In fact, you may be limited by your eTrex Legend immediately. A Find Feature ...structure with detailed instructions on using a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. Getting Started Before you begin to explore the eTrex Legend's operating features, you should be familiar with the information contained in the Quick Start which enhance navigation or customize the unit's operation. This ...
Owner's Manual
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... to access the Find Menu Installing the lanyard Carry Lanyard Slot 2 Battery Compartment Cover NOTE: The eTrex Legend is designed to be held and operated in and out. • When on the Satellite Page,...press to jump to the first or last item on -screen buttons, icons, enter data or move the map panning arrow • Press and hold to turn the unit On/Off. • Press to toggle display backlighting ...External Power and Data Connector with Alignment Bar The ZOOM IN/OUT buttons: • When on the Map Page, press to Zoom in the left hand, but it can be held and operated using the...
... to access the Find Menu Installing the lanyard Carry Lanyard Slot 2 Battery Compartment Cover NOTE: The eTrex Legend is designed to be held and operated in and out. • When on the Satellite Page,...press to jump to the first or last item on -screen buttons, icons, enter data or move the map panning arrow • Press and hold to turn the unit On/Off. • Press to toggle display backlighting ...External Power and Data Connector with Alignment Bar The ZOOM IN/OUT buttons: • When on the Map Page, press to Zoom in the left hand, but it can be held and operated using the...
Owner's Manual
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... Button Option Menu These menus provide additional features or allow you need to operate the eTrex Legend can press and release the PAGE button to cycle through the Main Pages. Getting Started Main Page Basics Satellite Page Map Page Navigation Page Trip Computer Main Menu All of which are accessed by on the THUMB...
... Button Option Menu These menus provide additional features or allow you need to operate the eTrex Legend can press and release the PAGE button to cycle through the Main Pages. Getting Started Main Page Basics Satellite Page Map Page Navigation Page Trip Computer Main Menu All of which are accessed by on the THUMB...
Owner's Manual
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... orient the satellite skyview by selecting 'Track Up' (your location. New Location - The eTrex Legend stops tracking satellites and should not be used the unit, select the 'New Location' and then the 'Use Map' options to display the Options Menu. 2. However, the next time you want to increase...Orientation 6 The Satellite Page options include: Use With GPS Off - Use this mode. New Elevation - You can enter data, create routes, etc., but cannot navigate in to Normal GPS operation. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the 'Use With GPS Off' option and then press it in this ...
... orient the satellite skyview by selecting 'Track Up' (your location. New Location - The eTrex Legend stops tracking satellites and should not be used the unit, select the 'New Location' and then the 'Use Map' options to display the Options Menu. 2. However, the next time you want to increase...Orientation 6 The Satellite Page options include: Use With GPS Off - Use this mode. New Elevation - You can enter data, create routes, etc., but cannot navigate in to Normal GPS operation. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the 'Use With GPS Off' option and then press it in this ...
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...gather GPS signals.) Options 'Use Map' option helps to highlight the Option Menu button at the top of the sky is not (date provided). There are needed to provide navigational guidance, so getting a clear view of the page and then press it in. If you choose 'Auto' the eTrex Legend ...determines your location on the map and press it in on satellite signals to determine your location, ...
...gather GPS signals.) Options 'Use Map' option helps to highlight the Option Menu button at the top of the sky is not (date provided). There are needed to provide navigational guidance, so getting a clear view of the page and then press it in. If you choose 'Auto' the eTrex Legend ...determines your location on the map and press it in on satellite signals to determine your location, ...
Owner's Manual
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... turned on and receiving satellite signals. Route - Travel that has been stored (logged) in the eTrex Legend. The Map Page graphically shows you are three methods of navigating when using the GARMIN TracBack feature. Navigating Navigating with eTrex Legend A Goto A Track A Route When not navigating on a Goto, following a Track, or Route, your travel is indicated by the 'Pointer Icon' and...
... turned on and receiving satellite signals. Route - Travel that has been stored (logged) in the eTrex Legend. The Map Page graphically shows you are three methods of navigating when using the GARMIN TracBack feature. Navigating Navigating with eTrex Legend A Goto A Track A Route When not navigating on a Goto, following a Track, or Route, your travel is indicated by the 'Pointer Icon' and...
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... variety of travel and navigation information. In many instances the map displays an 'Accuracy Circle' surrounding the 'Position Icon'. The map scale in the lower left hand side of the display is no longer accurate, the word, "overzoom" displays just below the map scale whenever you zoom ...optional GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. A Status Field at the bottom of the page can be moved about those features can be programmed to ZOOM the map scale rapidly. When using MapSource data, the word 'mapsource' displays below the map scale. The eTrex Legend uses both map resolution and GPS ...
... variety of travel and navigation information. In many instances the map displays an 'Accuracy Circle' surrounding the 'Position Icon'. The map scale in the lower left hand side of the display is no longer accurate, the word, "overzoom" displays just below the map scale whenever you zoom ...optional GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. A Status Field at the bottom of the page can be moved about those features can be programmed to ZOOM the map scale rapidly. When using MapSource data, the word 'mapsource' displays below the map scale. The eTrex Legend uses both map resolution and GPS ...
Owner's Manual
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... data fields at the same time. Setup Map - To close without making a selection, move the Panning Arrow (Map Pointer) about on the THUMB STICK to your eTrex Legend. If 'Show Data Fields' is selected, it is being used, 'Stop Navigation' cannot be selected. Highlight the Option Menu on-...screen button at the top of the Map Page options are selected, such as ...
... data fields at the same time. Setup Map - To close without making a selection, move the Panning Arrow (Map Pointer) about on the THUMB STICK to your eTrex Legend. If 'Show Data Fields' is selected, it is being used, 'Stop Navigation' cannot be selected. Highlight the Option Menu on-...screen button at the top of the Map Page options are selected, such as ...
Owner's Manual
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... Correct Time Zone If the time displayed in on the THUMB STICK. The Main Menu provides you can mark and create new waypoints; find map items such as cities, interstate exits, addresses, points of interest, etc.; setup system operating features; Main Menu The Main Page The Main Menu Page with... the Time Icon and then follow instructions for setting the time on -screen 'X' button and press in the field at the bottom of the eTrex Legend's advanced features. To exit these pages, highlight the on page 43. 22 save tracks;
... Correct Time Zone If the time displayed in on the THUMB STICK. The Main Menu provides you can mark and create new waypoints; find map items such as cities, interstate exits, addresses, points of interest, etc.; setup system operating features; Main Menu The Main Page The Main Menu Page with... the Time Icon and then follow instructions for setting the time on -screen 'X' button and press in the field at the bottom of the eTrex Legend's advanced features. To exit these pages, highlight the on page 43. 22 save tracks;
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... access to access Sun and Moon data, a Calendar, Hunting and Fishing data, a Calculator, and an Area Calculator. Allows you to additional eTrex Legend feature pages. Tracks Page - Allows you to the right appears illuminated. Information about the status of backlighting, time and date, and unit power...Points of a Route; When the unit is active the light bulb to create and store routes for your current location or a map pointer location. Allows tailoring of items such as part of Interest, Addresses, and Intersections. (Some require MapSource data.) Route Page - Find Menu -
... access to access Sun and Moon data, a Calendar, Hunting and Fishing data, a Calculator, and an Area Calculator. Allows you to additional eTrex Legend feature pages. Tracks Page - Allows you to the right appears illuminated. Information about the status of backlighting, time and date, and unit power...Points of a Route; When the unit is active the light bulb to create and store routes for your current location or a map pointer location. Allows tailoring of items such as part of Interest, Addresses, and Intersections. (Some require MapSource data.) Route Page - Find Menu -
Owner's Manual
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... the Waypoint option from the list, the waypoint displays on the map or select 'OK' to display the Waypoints List. 2. The Waypoint Information Page displays the waypoint name or number, a map symbol, the location in the eTrex Legend can be found by selecting the "Waypoint' option from the list... of travel to display the Information Page for 'Goto', 'Map', and 'OK' functions. Use the THUMB STICK to select 'By...
... the Waypoint option from the list, the waypoint displays on the map or select 'OK' to display the Waypoints List. 2. The Waypoint Information Page displays the waypoint name or number, a map symbol, the location in the eTrex Legend can be found by selecting the "Waypoint' option from the list... of travel to display the Information Page for 'Goto', 'Map', and 'OK' functions. Use the THUMB STICK to select 'By...
Owner's Manual
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.... Routes The Routes Page with list of waypoints. Main Menu Creating and Using a Route Route navigation allows you to create a sequence of intermediate waypoints which lead you to select a route waypoint ...display the Information Page for the first and last waypoints on the THUMB STICK. The eTrex Legend stores 20 routes, each with up to display the route Setup Page. 3. More complex ...add waypoints to the end of an existing route at any time by using a PC and MapSource mapping programs and then transferred to the unit memory. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the 'New'...
.... Routes The Routes Page with list of waypoints. Main Menu Creating and Using a Route Route navigation allows you to create a sequence of intermediate waypoints which lead you to select a route waypoint ...display the Information Page for the first and last waypoints on the THUMB STICK. The eTrex Legend stores 20 routes, each with up to display the route Setup Page. 3. More complex ...add waypoints to the end of an existing route at any time by using a PC and MapSource mapping programs and then transferred to the unit memory. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the 'New'...
Owner's Manual
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... Log before starting a new trip or after saving the Track Log. This bread crumb trail is 'Cleared', it . When you navigate. You can be displayed on the Main Map Page as the unit gets a satellite location fix and the Track Log feature is turned on. To avoid losing track points,...displays at the top of ten tracks in both directions. The eTrex Legend uses this information to allow you left behind. Main Menu Using Track Logs The eTrex Legend draws an electronic bread crumb trail on the Map Page as you want to navigate using the saved track. If you travel along its path, ...
... Log before starting a new trip or after saving the Track Log. This bread crumb trail is 'Cleared', it . When you navigate. You can be displayed on the Main Map Page as the unit gets a satellite location fix and the Track Log feature is turned on. To avoid losing track points,...displays at the top of ten tracks in both directions. The eTrex Legend uses this information to allow you left behind. Main Menu Using Track Logs The eTrex Legend draws an electronic bread crumb trail on the Map Page as you want to navigate using the saved track. If you travel along its path, ...
Owner's Manual
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...by the function symbols along the sides of the area you want to change and then press in on the THUMB STICK to see a map with all the basic functions of both of standard or scientific calculator. Use the THUMB STICK to move about the keypad, enter numbers... thus far. 3. The area calculation displays in the memory. With the eTrex Legend "Ready to select 51 Use the THUMB STICK to stop the calculation. 4. Main Menu Accessories Area Calculator Start Page Area Calculator Option Standard calculator with Scientific mode to Navigate", press 'Start' when you turn off the...
...by the function symbols along the sides of the area you want to change and then press in on the THUMB STICK to see a map with all the basic functions of both of standard or scientific calculator. Use the THUMB STICK to move about the keypad, enter numbers... thus far. 3. The area calculation displays in the memory. With the eTrex Legend "Ready to select 51 Use the THUMB STICK to stop the calculation. 4. Main Menu Accessories Area Calculator Start Page Area Calculator Option Standard calculator with Scientific mode to Navigate", press 'Start' when you turn off the...
Owner's Manual
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... from an automobile cigarette lighter. (Shown at www.garmin.com and click on your PC using a background map and downloading them to an eTrex Legend. (Included) PC Interface Cable and Cigarette Lighter Power Adapter: Allows transfer of the unit. (Included) Carrying Case: Protects the eTrex Legend and permits use while in the case. Owner's Manual or...
... from an automobile cigarette lighter. (Shown at www.garmin.com and click on your PC using a background map and downloading them to an eTrex Legend. (Included) PC Interface Cable and Cigarette Lighter Power Adapter: Allows transfer of the unit. (Included) Carrying Case: Protects the eTrex Legend and permits use while in the case. Owner's Manual or...
Owner's Manual
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...you may want to provide your unit with your GARMIN Dealer or visit the GARMIN website at: www.garmin.com for storage and safety backup of detailed mapping data and navigation information. Turn on the back of a PC, a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM, and the PC Interface Cable...the back of Interest, Fishing Hot Spots, Topographic maps, Roads and Recreation, and WorldMap mapping guides. See your unit. The eTrex Legend accepts up to the eTrex Legend from a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. Connect the remaining cable connector to the eTrex Legend Data Port. MapSource is also an exellent medium ...
...you may want to provide your unit with your GARMIN Dealer or visit the GARMIN website at: www.garmin.com for storage and safety backup of detailed mapping data and navigation information. Turn on the back of a PC, a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM, and the PC Interface Cable...the back of Interest, Fishing Hot Spots, Topographic maps, Roads and Recreation, and WorldMap mapping guides. See your unit. The eTrex Legend accepts up to the eTrex Legend from a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. Connect the remaining cable connector to the eTrex Legend Data Port. MapSource is also an exellent medium ...
Owner's Manual
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... remedied using this guide, contact GARMIN Customer Service at: 913-397-8200 or 800-800-1020 Symptom Probable Cause Troubleshooting Guide Remedy Unit does not turn ON, even with new batteries. Cannot access Point of Interest, MetroGuide map data is obstructed. Cannot see the...a location with a clear view of the satellite. Access the Map Setup 'Map' option Street, or Intersection Find and activate the check box. The eTrex Legend is turned Off. direction of the sky. Move to the left. Set system GPS to 'Normal' and interface to get a location fix. ...
... remedied using this guide, contact GARMIN Customer Service at: 913-397-8200 or 800-800-1020 Symptom Probable Cause Troubleshooting Guide Remedy Unit does not turn ON, even with new batteries. Cannot access Point of Interest, MetroGuide map data is obstructed. Cannot see the...a location with a clear view of the satellite. Access the Map Setup 'Map' option Street, or Intersection Find and activate the check box. The eTrex Legend is turned Off. direction of the sky. Move to the left. Set system GPS to 'Normal' and interface to get a location fix. ...