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... of GARMIN. April 2005 Part Number 190-00234-00 Rev. Telephone: 886/2.2642.9199 Telephone: 44/1794.519944 FAX: 886/2.2642.9099 FAX: 44/1794.519222 Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may not be used without ...organization of GARMIN. D Printed in the content without the express permission of such changes or improvements. GARMIN®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, and Personal Navigator® are registered trademarks, eTrex Legend™, and MapSource™ are trademarks of this document is strictly prohibited. GARMIN reserves the...
... of GARMIN. April 2005 Part Number 190-00234-00 Rev. Telephone: 886/2.2642.9199 Telephone: 44/1794.519944 FAX: 886/2.2642.9099 FAX: 44/1794.519222 Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may not be used without ...organization of GARMIN. D Printed in the content without the express permission of such changes or improvements. GARMIN®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, and Personal Navigator® are registered trademarks, eTrex Legend™, and MapSource™ are trademarks of this document is strictly prohibited. GARMIN reserves the...
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...The Appendices include information on items such as viewed on screen) provides details about using the feature. The Main Pages section (listed in order to topic. The explanations for choosing the GARMIN eTrex Legend. This manual is organized into : (1) An overview that discusses the feature and ...how it functions and (2) A detailed Step-by the Index. To get the most from your new eTrex Legend, take time to read through this section...
...The Appendices include information on items such as viewed on screen) provides details about using the feature. The Main Pages section (listed in order to topic. The explanations for choosing the GARMIN eTrex Legend. This manual is organized into : (1) An overview that discusses the feature and ...how it functions and (2) A detailed Step-by the Index. To get the most from your new eTrex Legend, take time to read through this section...
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...permanent damage to the equipment, and void your warranty and your authority to radio communications. rized GARMIN service center. These limits are designed to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation, and are more stringent than "outdoor" requirements. Unauthorized repairs or modi... conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any user-service- Introduction FCC Compliance Statement The eTrex Legend complies with the instructions, may cause undesired operation.
...permanent damage to the equipment, and void your warranty and your authority to radio communications. rized GARMIN service center. These limits are designed to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation, and are more stringent than "outdoor" requirements. Unauthorized repairs or modi... conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any user-service- Introduction FCC Compliance Statement The eTrex Legend complies with the instructions, may cause undesired operation.
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... or cause damage or personal injury in the event of an accident. com/prop65. THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE USED AS AN AID TO DETERMINE GROUND PROXIMITY FOR AIRCRAFT NAVIGATION. Warnings and Precautions Do Not Place Unsecured on the Vehicle Dash Do Not Mount Where Driver's Field of Vision ...damage or the consequences thereof. Failure by GARMIN is Blocked WARNING: When used in vehicles, it in an accident or collision. If you are likely to impact it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the eTrex Legend to secure the GPS unit so that can propel objects in ...
... or cause damage or personal injury in the event of an accident. com/prop65. THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE USED AS AN AID TO DETERMINE GROUND PROXIMITY FOR AIRCRAFT NAVIGATION. Warnings and Precautions Do Not Place Unsecured on the Vehicle Dash Do Not Mount Where Driver's Field of Vision ...damage or the consequences thereof. Failure by GARMIN is Blocked WARNING: When used in vehicles, it in an accident or collision. If you are likely to impact it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the eTrex Legend to secure the GPS unit so that can propel objects in ...
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... ties. We use the software embedded in this device (the "Software") in binary executable form in the normal operation of the product. This is particularly true outside the United States, where complete and accurate digital data is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), ...with the most complete and accurate cartography that is subject to the Software remain in GARMIN. Although the eTrex Legend is either not available or prohibitively expensive. Virtually all GPS equipment. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. Title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights ...
... ties. We use the software embedded in this device (the "Software") in binary executable form in the normal operation of the product. This is particularly true outside the United States, where complete and accurate digital data is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), ...with the most complete and accurate cartography that is subject to the Software remain in GARMIN. Although the eTrex Legend is either not available or prohibitively expensive. Virtually all GPS equipment. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. Title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights ...
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...or re-export the Software to any derivative works based on the Software. Clean the unit using a cloth dampened with a mild deteregent solution and then wipe dry. Storage Storing alkaline batteries...is waterproof to back up important user data by recording it manually. Water Immersion The eTrex Legend is always a good practice to IEC Standard 529 IPX7. Maintenance v To reduce the chance... trunk of a car) as permanent damage may damage plastic components. Do not store the eTrex Legend where prolonged exposure to the unit. User information, such as in 1 meter of water for...
...or re-export the Software to any derivative works based on the Software. Clean the unit using a cloth dampened with a mild deteregent solution and then wipe dry. Storage Storing alkaline batteries...is waterproof to back up important user data by recording it manually. Water Immersion The eTrex Legend is always a good practice to IEC Standard 529 IPX7. Maintenance v To reduce the chance... trunk of a car) as permanent damage may damage plastic components. Do not store the eTrex Legend where prolonged exposure to the unit. User information, such as in 1 meter of water for...
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...This warranty does not cover failures due to you. IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE, OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. To obtain warranty service, contact... your local GARMIN authorized dealer. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY...
...This warranty does not cover failures due to you. IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE, OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. To obtain warranty service, contact... your local GARMIN authorized dealer. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY...
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... Warranty Products sold through an online auction. To obtain warranty service, an original or copy of GARMIN MapSource Data to your eTrex Legend handy and connect to our website (www.garmin.com). Phone: 44/1794.519944 FAX: 44/1794.519222 Product Registration Help us to the operating software...number is relevant to better support you by completing our on the Home Page. GARMIN will not replace missing components from GARMIN. Phone: 913/397.8200 FAX: 913/397.8282 GARMIN (Europe) Ltd. Serial Number Use this external serial number with the unit i.d. Be sure to keep your original...
... Warranty Products sold through an online auction. To obtain warranty service, an original or copy of GARMIN MapSource Data to your eTrex Legend handy and connect to our website (www.garmin.com). Phone: 44/1794.519944 FAX: 44/1794.519222 Product Registration Help us to the operating software...number is relevant to better support you by completing our on the Home Page. GARMIN will not replace missing components from GARMIN. Phone: 913/397.8200 FAX: 913/397.8282 GARMIN (Europe) Ltd. Serial Number Use this external serial number with the unit i.d. Be sure to keep your original...
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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 ...
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... maintain a WAAS satellite signal until full satellite support for this program is arranged on using a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. See pages 5 and 47 for more informa- Each page provides either a basic navigation function or access to operating the eTrex Legend. An automatic Track Log with name and graphic symbol. Currently, WAAS satellite signal reception...
... maintain a WAAS satellite signal until full satellite support for this program is arranged on using a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. See pages 5 and 47 for more informa- Each page provides either a basic navigation function or access to operating the eTrex Legend. An automatic Track Log with name and graphic symbol. Currently, WAAS satellite signal reception...
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The FIND button: • Press 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 adjust the screen contrast. • When on a ... to cycle through lists, highlight fields, on the Map Page, press to Zoom in the left hand, but it can be held and operated using the right hand as a waypoint LLELEG EGG EEN END NDD The PAGE button: • Press to page up or down. The POWER button: • Press...
The FIND button: • Press 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 adjust the screen contrast. • When on a ... to cycle through lists, highlight fields, on the Map Page, press to Zoom in the left hand, but it can be held and operated using the right hand as a waypoint LLELEG EGG EEN END NDD The PAGE button: • Press to page up or down. The POWER button: • Press...
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...page on the unit. Remove the battery cover on the back of used . When using 'Battery Saver' or 'Use With GPS Off' mode when not navigating, Alkaline batter- ies can adjust the contrast or turn Backlighting On/Off Use ZOOM IN & OUT Buttons while on the Satellite Page to see ...on the backlighting: Press the POWER button to 18 hours. Rechargeable Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries may be used batteries. Getting Started Installing the Batteries The eTrex Legend operates on two "AA" batteries (not included), which are removed. The unit is pressed again. Stored data ...
...page on the unit. Remove the battery cover on the back of used . When using 'Battery Saver' or 'Use With GPS Off' mode when not navigating, Alkaline batter- ies can adjust the contrast or turn Backlighting On/Off Use ZOOM IN & OUT Buttons while on the Satellite Page to see ...on the backlighting: Press the POWER button to 18 hours. Rechargeable Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries may be used batteries. Getting Started Installing the Batteries The eTrex Legend operates on two "AA" batteries (not included), which are removed. The unit is pressed again. Stored data ...
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...STICK. Main Page Menu Button Main Page Menu Use to go directly to a Main Page and as an alternate to operate the eTrex Legend can press and release the PAGE button to your preferences. Getting Started Main Page Basics Satellite Page Map Page Navigation Page Trip Computer Main Menu All of which...up type menus, move the THUMB STICK to toggle between two Main Pages. 4 While these five pages provide you with different types of navigation information, they all share common features like Option Menus and a Main Page Menu, both of the information you to customize the unit to cycle ...
...STICK. Main Page Menu Button Main Page Menu Use to go directly to a Main Page and as an alternate to operate the eTrex Legend can press and release the PAGE button to your preferences. Getting Started Main Page Basics Satellite Page Map Page Navigation Page Trip Computer Main Menu All of which...up type menus, move the THUMB STICK to toggle between two Main Pages. 4 While these five pages provide you with different types of navigation information, they all share common features like Option Menus and a Main Page Menu, both of the information you to customize the unit to cycle ...
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...the Options Menu. 2. To select the 'Use With GPS Off' option: 1. However, the next time you are indoors, a clear view of the sky is currently in use), and press in to activate. The eTrex Legend stops tracking satellites and should not be used the unit, select the 'New Location' ... 'North Up' (the satellite skyview oriented to the north). New Elevation - Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the 'Use With GPS Off' option and then press it in on which is obstructed, or you last used for navigation. Use this mode. Highlight either the 'Track Up' or 'North Up' option (...
...the Options Menu. 2. To select the 'Use With GPS Off' option: 1. However, the next time you are indoors, a clear view of the sky is currently in use), and press in to activate. The eTrex Legend stops tracking satellites and should not be used the unit, select the 'New Location' ... 'North Up' (the satellite skyview oriented to the north). New Elevation - Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the 'Use With GPS Off' option and then press it in on which is obstructed, or you last used for navigation. Use this mode. Highlight either the 'Track Up' or 'North Up' option (...
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If you choose 'Use Map' a map page displays with GPS Off - The eTrex Legend relies on satellite signals to your approximate location and press ENTER". New Location - There are needed to determine your choice: Use with instructions stating, "Point to provide navigational guidance, so getting a clear view of 'Auto' or 'Use Map'. Use the THUMB STICK to move...
If you choose 'Use Map' a map page displays with GPS Off - The eTrex Legend relies on satellite signals to your approximate location and press ENTER". New Location - There are needed to determine your choice: Use with instructions stating, "Point to provide navigational guidance, so getting a clear view of 'Auto' or 'Use Map'. Use the THUMB STICK to move...
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... stored (logged) in the eTrex Legend. 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 a dotted line indicating your real-time movement as you travel with a route line, and leaves a trail (track log) of navigating when using the GARMIN TracBack feature.
... stored (logged) in the eTrex Legend. 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 a dotted line indicating your real-time movement as you travel with a route line, and leaves a trail (track log) of navigating when using the GARMIN TracBack feature.
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The ZOOM IN and OUT buttons on the side of the unit allow you to change rapidly instead of movement using a triangular 'Position Icon' that is centered on the map. Pressing and holding these buttons causes the scale to view the map from different perspectives,...you travel, the map display leaves a track log ("trail") of detail than the basemap provided with less map detail. residential streets, parks, etc.), because GARMIN MapSource data has been downloaded to the unit from 20 feet to zoom in increments. As you with current satellite tracking and position accuracy information...
The ZOOM IN and OUT buttons on the side of the unit allow you to change rapidly instead of movement using a triangular 'Position Icon' that is centered on the map. Pressing and holding these buttons causes the scale to view the map from different perspectives,...you travel, the map display leaves a track log ("trail") of detail than the basemap provided with less map detail. residential streets, parks, etc.), because GARMIN MapSource data has been downloaded to the unit from 20 feet to zoom in increments. As you with current satellite tracking and position accuracy information...
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... your location. The eTrex Legend uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in to the unit from an optional GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. A ...Status Field at the bottom of the page can be downloaded to view map details. Use...your location to view areas not shown on the display screen. When using MapSource data, the word 'mapsource' displays below the map scale....with less detail or less map area with the Map Setup Page). When using the 'Pan Map' feature, a small outline arrow (Map Pointer) can...
... your location. The eTrex Legend uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in to the unit from an optional GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. A ...Status Field at the bottom of the page can be downloaded to view map details. Use...your location to view areas not shown on the display screen. When using MapSource data, the word 'mapsource' displays below the map scale....with less detail or less map area with the Map Setup Page). When using the 'Pan Map' feature, a small outline arrow (Map Pointer) can...
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...page and expands or reduces the map area. Hide Data Fields/Show Data Fields - If 'Show Data Fields' is selected, it is being used, 'Stop Navigation' cannot be selected. Map Map Page options allow a variety of operating and custom features for your requirements such as Hide Data Fields/Show ... to the left or right. Displays the Setup Map Pages, which allows you to move the THUMB STICK to your eTrex Legend. Stops navigating to expand the map area or inserts the navigation status window. The 'Setup Map' option consists of the Map Page options are : Pan Map - Removes the...
...page and expands or reduces the map area. Hide Data Fields/Show Data Fields - If 'Show Data Fields' is selected, it is being used, 'Stop Navigation' cannot be selected. Map Map Page options allow a variety of operating and custom features for your requirements such as Hide Data Fields/Show ... to the left or right. Displays the Setup Map Pages, which allows you to move the THUMB STICK to your eTrex Legend. Stops navigating to expand the map area or inserts the navigation status window. The 'Setup Map' option consists of the Map Page options are : Pan Map - Removes the...
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... you to display an arrow used as a reference point for nearest items instead of your current location. The map panning function is activated from the Options Menu on the page to navigate to the item. To &#...in the desired direction on the display. Map Options Map Page with the panning arrow (map pointer) location used to point at the bottom of the page allow you to Goto the map item, display it on a... the map pointer) in the THUMB STICK to learn more area but redraws the map slowly. Use the THUMB STICK to move the map in order to view areas beyond the current viewing area ...
... you to display an arrow used as a reference point for nearest items instead of your current location. The map panning function is activated from the Options Menu on the page to navigate to the item. To &#...in the desired direction on the display. Map Options Map Page with the panning arrow (map pointer) location used to point at the bottom of the page allow you to Goto the map item, display it on a... the map pointer) in the THUMB STICK to learn more area but redraws the map slowly. Use the THUMB STICK to move the map in order to view areas beyond the current viewing area ...
