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... onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be used without the express prior written consent of GARMIN Ltd. GARMIN®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, and Personal Navigator® are registered trademarks, eTrex Legend™, and MapSource™ are trademarks of GARMIN. © Copyright 2005 GARMIN Ltd. or its subsidiaries and may be reproduced, copied, transmitted...
... onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be used without the express prior written consent of GARMIN Ltd. GARMIN®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, and Personal Navigator® are registered trademarks, eTrex Legend™, and MapSource™ are trademarks of GARMIN. © Copyright 2005 GARMIN Ltd. or its subsidiaries and may be reproduced, copied, transmitted...
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...;nitions, MapSource information, a Troubleshooting Guide and a Wiring Diagram followed by -Step instruction for using the features of Contents. The explanations for choosing the GARMIN eTrex Legend. The Appendices include information on items such as viewed on screen) provides details about using the feature. The Introduction section provides FCC, safety, warranty, maintenance and product registration...
...;nitions, MapSource information, a Troubleshooting Guide and a Wiring Diagram followed by -Step instruction for using the features of Contents. The explanations for choosing the GARMIN eTrex Legend. The Appendices include information on items such as viewed on screen) provides details about using the feature. The Introduction section provides FCC, safety, warranty, maintenance and product registration...
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... or an experienced radio/TV technician for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. able parts. If this device must accept any user-service- rized GARMIN service center. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a...different from that may cause undesired operation. Introduction FCC Compliance Statement The eTrex Legend complies with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses and can be made by one or more stringent than "outdoor" requirements...
... or an experienced radio/TV technician for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE. able parts. If this device must accept any user-service- rized GARMIN service center. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a...different from that may cause undesired operation. Introduction FCC Compliance Statement The eTrex Legend complies with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses and can be made by one or more stringent than "outdoor" requirements...
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... of the eTrex Legend to secure the GPS unit so that can propel objects in Front of an Air Bag Field of Deployment WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. Do not mount the eTrex Legend in a safe ...THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE USED AS AN AID TO DETERMINE GROUND PROXIMITY FOR AIRCRAFT NAVIGATION. If you are likely to our web site at all driving conditions at http://www.garmin. It is in motion could result in an accident or collision with an eTrex Legend to pay full attention to ...
... of the eTrex Legend to secure the GPS unit so that can propel objects in Front of an Air Bag Field of Deployment WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. Do not mount the eTrex Legend in a safe ...THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE USED AS AN AID TO DETERMINE GROUND PROXIMITY FOR AIRCRAFT NAVIGATION. If you are likely to our web site at all driving conditions at http://www.garmin. It is in motion could result in an accident or collision with an eTrex Legend to pay full attention to ...
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...solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. Software License Agreement BY USING THE ETREX LEGEND, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. Virtually all GPS equipment. You further acknowledge that is protected under the United ... accurate digital data is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. ties. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. You acknowledge that the Software is the property of GARMIN and is available to the Software remain ...
...solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. Software License Agreement BY USING THE ETREX LEGEND, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. Virtually all GPS equipment. You further acknowledge that is protected under the United ... accurate digital data is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. ties. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. You acknowledge that the Software is the property of GARMIN and is available to the Software remain ...
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...not recommended. Water Immersion The eTrex Legend is always a good practice to any derivative works based on the Software. To reduce the chance for battery leakage, remove the batteries when storing the unit for external power. Clean the unit using a cloth dampened with a mild... deteregent solution and then wipe dry. The internal electronics case can cause damage to temperature extremes may result. Introduction secrets of GARMIN and that may damage plastic components. Do not store the eTrex Legend where prolonged exposure...
...not recommended. Water Immersion The eTrex Legend is always a good practice to any derivative works based on the Software. To reduce the chance for battery leakage, remove the batteries when storing the unit for external power. Clean the unit using a cloth dampened with a mild... deteregent solution and then wipe dry. The internal electronics case can cause damage to temperature extremes may result. Introduction secrets of GARMIN and that may damage plastic components. Do not store the eTrex Legend where prolonged exposure...
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...at its sole option, repair or replace any transportation cost. 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. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND... be securely packed with the tracking number clearly written on the outside of the package. Within this period, GARMIN will be made at one year from defects in normal use. THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR...
...at its sole option, repair or replace any transportation cost. 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. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND... be securely packed with the tracking number clearly written on the outside of the package. Within this period, GARMIN will be made at one year from defects in normal use. THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR...
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...9DL, U.K. vii Serial Number: * * NOTE: Do not confuse this area to the operating software and is lost, stolen, or needs service. Serial Number Use this external serial number with the unit i.d. The internal serial number is relevant to record the external serial number (8-digit number located inside of your... a safe place or attach a photocopy to the inside the battery compartment) in case it is required only when transferring certain types of GARMIN MapSource Data to your eTrex Legend handy and connect to better support you by completing our on the Home Page.
...9DL, U.K. vii Serial Number: * * NOTE: Do not confuse this area to the operating software and is lost, stolen, or needs service. Serial Number Use this external serial number with the unit i.d. The internal serial number is relevant to record the external serial number (8-digit number located inside of your... a safe place or attach a photocopy to the inside the battery compartment) in case it is required only when transferring certain types of GARMIN MapSource Data to your eTrex Legend handy and connect to better support you by completing our on the Home Page.
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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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...) is currently under development and is arranged on the Main Pages structure with detailed instructions on using a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. A Trip Computer for installing batteries, how the buttons function, starting the eTrex Legend, adjusting the screen contrast, and basic navigation techniques to help you start enjoying your primary access to operating the eTrex...
...) is currently under development and is arranged on the Main Pages structure with detailed instructions on using a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. A Trip Computer for installing batteries, how the buttons function, starting the eTrex Legend, adjusting the screen contrast, and basic navigation techniques to help you start enjoying your primary access to operating the eTrex...
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... 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 right hand as a waypoint LLELEG EGG EEN END NDD The PAGE button: • Press to suit your preference. 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...
... 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 right hand as a waypoint LLELEG EGG EEN END NDD The PAGE button: • Press to suit your preference. 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...
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..., NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries. Insert batteries observing the polarity. 3. When using 'Battery Saver' or 'Use With GPS Off' mode when not navigating, Alkaline batter- The backlight remains on the back of used . To turn on the backlight from any page on the backlight. Getting Started... Installing the Batteries The eTrex Legend operates on the backlighting: Press the POWER button to ...
..., NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries. Insert batteries observing the polarity. 3. When using 'Battery Saver' or 'Use With GPS Off' mode when not navigating, Alkaline batter- The backlight remains on the back of used . To turn on the backlight from any page on the backlight. Getting Started... Installing the Batteries The eTrex Legend operates on the backlighting: Press the POWER button to ...
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... Menu, both of the information you need to operate the eTrex Legend can press and release the PAGE button to cycling through the Satellite Page, Map Page, Navigation Page, Trip Computer, and Main Menu Page. To display these ...unit to the left or right. Getting Started Main Page Basics Satellite Page Map Page Navigation Page Trip Computer Main Menu All of which are accessed by on the THUMB STICK. Main Page ...Menu Button Main Page Menu Use to go directly to a Main Page and as an alternate to cycle through the Main Pages....
... Menu, both of the information you need to operate the eTrex Legend can press and release the PAGE button to cycling through the Satellite Page, Map Page, Navigation Page, Trip Computer, and Main Menu Page. To display these ...unit to the left or right. Getting Started Main Page Basics Satellite Page Map Page Navigation Page Trip Computer Main Menu All of which are accessed by on the THUMB STICK. Main Page ...Menu Button Main Page Menu Use to go directly to a Main Page and as an alternate to cycle through the Main Pages....
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The eTrex Legend stops tracking satellites and should not be used the unit, select the 'New Location' and then the 'Use Map' options to approximate your direction of travel) or 'North Up' (the satellite skyview oriented to display the Options Menu. 2. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight ...or you last used for navigation. Satellite Options Satellite Page Options Menu Highlight the on-screen button at the top of the page & press in on the The Satellite Page Options Menu "GPS Off" Message 'North Up' Skyview Orientation 6 The Satellite Page options include: Use With GPS Off - Track...
The eTrex Legend stops tracking satellites and should not be used the unit, select the 'New Location' and then the 'Use Map' options to approximate your direction of travel) or 'North Up' (the satellite skyview oriented to display the Options Menu. 2. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight ...or you last used for navigation. Satellite Options Satellite Page Options Menu Highlight the on-screen button at the top of the page & press in on the The Satellite Page Options Menu "GPS Off" Message 'North Up' Skyview Orientation 6 The Satellite Page options include: Use With GPS Off - Track...
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...is not (date provided). Select this option if you choose 'Auto' the eTrex Legend determines your location, otherwise the unit displays a "Poor Satellite Reception" message. Select this option if you last used the unit). Select this option if no other option applies. (The unit will ...display the Options Menu. 2. Satellite 3. Enter the desired elevation by using the THUMB STICK to highlight the desired numerals and pressing it in to provide navigational guidance, so getting a clear view of miles (from where you want GPS off (for the "Poor Satellite Reception" message. 7 At least...
...is not (date provided). Select this option if you choose 'Auto' the eTrex Legend determines your location, otherwise the unit displays a "Poor Satellite Reception" message. Select this option if you last used the unit). Select this option if no other option applies. (The unit will ...display the Options Menu. 2. Satellite 3. Enter the desired elevation by using the THUMB STICK to highlight the desired numerals and pressing it in to provide navigational guidance, so getting a clear view of miles (from where you want GPS off (for the "Poor Satellite Reception" message. 7 At least...
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... (waypoints, cities, highway exits, points of navigating when using the GARMIN TracBack feature. The Trip Computer Page records and displays travel data, such as you are three methods of interest, intersections, etc.). Travel that has been 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...
... (waypoints, cities, highway exits, points of navigating when using the GARMIN TracBack feature. The Trip Computer Page records and displays travel data, such as you are three methods of interest, intersections, etc.). Travel that has been 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...
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...Page On-Screen Page and Option Menu Buttons Position Icon Map Scale Map Features The Map Page displays your movements. residential streets, parks, etc.), because GARMIN MapSource data has been downloaded to 500 miles. The IN button displays less area but more map detail, while the OUT button shows you a ... can be changed from 20 feet to the unit from the mapping program on the optional CD-ROM. A Status Window at the top of movement using a triangular 'Position Icon' that is centered on the map. The map shown above displays a higher level of your present position and direction of ...
...Page On-Screen Page and Option Menu Buttons Position Icon Map Scale Map Features The Map Page displays your movements. residential streets, parks, etc.), because GARMIN MapSource data has been downloaded to 500 miles. The IN button displays less area but more map detail, while the OUT button shows you a ... can be changed from 20 feet to the unit from the mapping program on the optional CD-ROM. A Status Window at the top of movement using a triangular 'Position Icon' that is centered on the map. The map shown above displays a higher level of your present position and direction of ...
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...present position and direction of movement as a triangular 'Position Icon', in the center of travel and navigation information. In many instances the map displays an 'Accuracy Circle' surrounding the 'Position Icon'. Two optional... with less detail or less map area with the Map Setup Page). The eTrex Legend uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in order to provide a variety of the map. Press and hold to ...of the map is shown in units of measurement selected in to the unit from an optional GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. The map scale in the lower left hand side of the display is...
...present position and direction of movement as a triangular 'Position Icon', in the center of travel and navigation information. In many instances the map displays an 'Accuracy Circle' surrounding the 'Position Icon'. Two optional... with less detail or less map area with the Map Setup Page). The eTrex Legend uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in order to provide a variety of the map. Press and hold to ...of the map is shown in units of measurement selected in to the unit from an optional GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. The map scale in the lower left hand side of the display is...
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...point on the map to move the THUMB STICK to open the menu. 2. Restore Defaults - Allows you to tailor the map to your eTrex Legend. Stops navigating to the original factory settings (defaults). Hide Data Fields/Show Data Fields - Displays the Setup Map Pages, which allows you to another. To... Measure Distance - The 'Setup Map' option consists of the page and expands or reduces the map area. Stop Navigation - If 'Show Data Fields' is selected, it is being used, 'Stop Navigation' cannot be selected. Not all of the display screen and then press in on -screen button at the top ...
...point on the map to move the THUMB STICK to open the menu. 2. Restore Defaults - Allows you to tailor the map to your eTrex Legend. Stops navigating to the original factory settings (defaults). Hide Data Fields/Show Data Fields - Displays the Setup Map Pages, which allows you to another. To... Measure Distance - The 'Setup Map' option consists of the page and expands or reduces the map area. Stop Navigation - If 'Show Data Fields' is selected, it is being used, 'Stop Navigation' cannot be selected. Not all of the display screen and then press in on -screen button at the top ...
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... Panning Arrow Highlighted Map Item Map Item Information 12 Using the Pan Map option The Map Page pan function allows you to: add it to the Favorites list, add it to a route, project a waypoint from it, save it on the page to navigate to as a reference point for nearest items instead of... that item is displayed. To find details about . 2. The THUMB STICK moves the panning arrow (also referred to the item. Use the THUMB STICK to move the map in the THUMB...
... Panning Arrow Highlighted Map Item Map Item Information 12 Using the Pan Map option The Map Page pan function allows you to: add it to the Favorites list, add it to a route, project a waypoint from it, save it on the page to navigate to as a reference point for nearest items instead of... that item is displayed. To find details about . 2. The THUMB STICK moves the panning arrow (also referred to the item. Use the THUMB STICK to move the map in the THUMB...