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... 12 Tracks 14 Navigation 16 Navigating to a Destination..........16 Map 16 Compass 17 Elevation Plot 19 Trip Computer 20 eTrex Owner's Manual Table of Contents Geocaches 21 Downloading Geocaches 21 Filtering the Geocache List..........21 Navigating to a Geocache............22... 24 Sharing Data 24 Setting a Proximity Alarm 24 Calculating the Size of Contents Getting Started 5 Device Overview 5 Using the eTrex Keys 6 Battery Information 7 Turning the Device On or Off.........8 Satellite Signals 8 Registering Your Device 8 Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks 9 Waypoints 9...
... 12 Tracks 14 Navigation 16 Navigating to a Destination..........16 Map 16 Compass 17 Elevation Plot 19 Trip Computer 20 eTrex Owner's Manual Table of Contents Geocaches 21 Downloading Geocaches 21 Filtering the Geocache List..........21 Navigating to a Geocache............22... 24 Sharing Data 24 Setting a Proximity Alarm 24 Calculating the Size of Contents Getting Started 5 Device Overview 5 Using the eTrex Keys 6 Battery Information 7 Turning the Device On or Off.........8 Satellite Signals 8 Registering Your Device 8 Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks 9 Waypoints 9...
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... 38 Changing the Page Sequence.....39 Device Information 40 Adjusting the Screen 40 Updating the Software 40 Viewing Device Information..........40 Specifications 41 About the Batteries 41 Caring for the Device 42 Data Management 43 Appendix 46 Optional Accessories 46 Data Field Options 47 Troubleshooting 52 Index 54...
... 38 Changing the Page Sequence.....39 Device Information 40 Adjusting the Screen 40 Updating the Software 40 Viewing Device Information..........40 Specifications 41 About the Batteries 41 Caring for the Device 42 Data Management 43 Appendix 46 Optional Accessories 46 Data Field Options 47 Troubleshooting 52 Index 54...
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Create a route (page 12). 7. Calibrate the compass (page 17). ➊ Zoom keys ➋ Back key ➌ Thumb Stick™ ➍ Menu key ➎ /Backlight key eTrex Owner's Manual 5 Acquire satellites (page 8). 4. Record a track (page 14). 8. Turn on the device (page 8). 3. Navigate to know the basic features. 1. Getting Started Getting Started Device ..., you should complete these tasks to set up the device and get to a destination (page 16). 9. Register the device (page 8). 5. Mark a waypoint (page 9). 6. Install the batteries (page 7). 2.
Create a route (page 12). 7. Calibrate the compass (page 17). ➊ Zoom keys ➋ Back key ➌ Thumb Stick™ ➍ Menu key ➎ /Backlight key eTrex Owner's Manual 5 Acquire satellites (page 8). 4. Record a track (page 14). 8. Turn on the device (page 8). 3. Navigate to know the basic features. 1. Getting Started Getting Started Device ..., you should complete these tasks to set up the device and get to a destination (page 16). 9. Register the device (page 8). 5. Mark a waypoint (page 9). 6. Install the batteries (page 7). 2.
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...'s Manual Getting Started ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ ➏ Mini-USB port (under weather cap) ➐ Battery cover ➑ Battery cover locking ring ➒ Mounting spine Using the eTrex Keys • Move the Thumb Stick up, down, left, and right to highlight menu selections or to move around the map. • Press the center...
...'s Manual Getting Started ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒ ➏ Mini-USB port (under weather cap) ➐ Battery cover ➑ Battery cover locking ring ➒ Mounting spine Using the eTrex Keys • Move the Thumb Stick up, down, left, and right to highlight menu selections or to move around the map. • Press the center...
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... NiMH. Getting Started 2. Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise. 4. Therefore, use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries. You can rupture at high temperatures. Battery Information warning The temperature rating for best results. 1. Alkaline batteries can use lithium batteries when operating the device in below-freezing conditions. Insert the batteries, observing polarity. eTrex Owner's Manual 7
... NiMH. Getting Started 2. Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise. 4. Therefore, use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries. You can rupture at high temperatures. Battery Information warning The temperature rating for best results. 1. Alkaline batteries can use lithium batteries when operating the device in below-freezing conditions. Insert the batteries, observing polarity. eTrex Owner's Manual 7
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...toward the top of the direction you are no major obstacles in that direction to the destination. Begin navigation to the distance 18 eTrex Owner's Manual About the Course Pointer The course pointer is based on -screen instructions. The course line to the destination, the course... left) from the course. As you are navigating on water or where there are moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes, or changing the batteries. 1. Follow the on your destination is most useful if you drift from the intended course to your original starting point. Select Compass. 3....
...toward the top of the direction you are no major obstacles in that direction to the destination. Begin navigation to the distance 18 eTrex Owner's Manual About the Course Pointer The course pointer is based on -screen instructions. The course line to the destination, the course... left) from the course. As you are navigating on water or where there are moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes, or changing the batteries. 1. Follow the on your destination is most useful if you drift from the intended course to your original starting point. Select Compass. 3....
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Select Edit Name. 4. System Settings Select Setup > System. • GPS-sets the GPS to select the type of AA battery you to Normal, WAAS/EGNOS (Wide Area Augmentation System/European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service), or Demo Mode (GPS off . Select a profile.../30x)-sets the colors that display in Night and Day mode. ◦ ◦ Mode-sets a light background (Day), a dark background 30 eTrex Owner's Manual Deleting a Profile 1. Customizing Your Device Editing a Profile Name 1. Select a profile. 3. For information about WAAS, go to http://www.garmin.com/ aboutGPS/waas....
Select Edit Name. 4. System Settings Select Setup > System. • GPS-sets the GPS to select the type of AA battery you to Normal, WAAS/EGNOS (Wide Area Augmentation System/European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service), or Demo Mode (GPS off . Select a profile.../30x)-sets the colors that display in Night and Day mode. ◦ ◦ Mode-sets a light background (Day), a dark background 30 eTrex Owner's Manual Deleting a Profile 1. Customizing Your Device Editing a Profile Name 1. Select a profile. 3. For information about WAAS, go to http://www.garmin.com/ aboutGPS/waas....
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... Adjusting the Backlight Timeout You can significantly reduce battery life. 1. Viewing Device Information You can update the software, you can view the unit ID, software version, and license agreement. Move the Thumb Stick up and down to http://www.garmin.com /products/webupdater. 2. Updating the Software ...Before you must connect the device to your data or settings. Go to adjust the contrast level (eTrex 10 only). note: Updating the software does not erase any...
... Adjusting the Backlight Timeout You can significantly reduce battery life. 1. Viewing Device Information You can update the software, you can view the unit ID, software version, and license agreement. Move the Thumb Stick up and down to http://www.garmin.com /products/webupdater. 2. Updating the Software ...Before you must connect the device to your data or settings. Go to adjust the contrast level (eTrex 10 only). note: Updating the software does not erase any...
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... a significant amount of some batteries. eTrex Owner's Manual 41 Therefore, use a sharp object to increase the battery life. • Leave the backlight off when not needed. • Lower the backlight brightness (page 40). • Decrease the backlight timeout (page 40). Maximizing Battery Life You can rupture at high temperatures. Specifications Water resistance Rugged plastic...
... a significant amount of some batteries. eTrex Owner's Manual 41 Therefore, use a sharp object to increase the battery life. • Leave the backlight off when not needed. • Lower the backlight brightness (page 40). • Decrease the backlight timeout (page 40). Maximizing Battery Life You can rupture at high temperatures. Specifications Water resistance Rugged plastic...
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.... 3. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for the Device NOTICE Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents which can cause permanent damage. 42 eTrex Owner's Manual Thoroughly dry the screen. Cleaning the Device 1. Thoroughly dry the device. Wipe the screen with a mild detergent solution. 2. Dampen ... extreme temperatures can occur because it can damage plastic components. Water Immersion notice The device is not lost when batteries are removed. Caring for 30 minutes. Cleaning the Screen 1. Stored data is waterproof to use the device for several months, remove...
.... 3. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for the Device NOTICE Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents which can cause permanent damage. 42 eTrex Owner's Manual Thoroughly dry the screen. Cleaning the Device 1. Thoroughly dry the device. Wipe the screen with a mild detergent solution. 2. Dampen ... extreme temperatures can occur because it can damage plastic components. Water Immersion notice The device is not lost when batteries are removed. Caring for 30 minutes. Cleaning the Screen 1. Stored data is waterproof to use the device for several months, remove...
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...Garmin POI Loader • GPX geocache files Device Information Installing a microSD Card The eTrex 20x and eTrex 30x can use microSD cards for more information. 1. Also, some maps are available preloaded on memory cards. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up , as instructed in the battery compartment. ➊➋ eTrex... Owner's Manual 43 It is not compatible with Mac® OS 10.3 and earlier. Slide the card holder ➊ toward the bottom of the device and lift up to http://buy.garmin.com for ...
...Garmin POI Loader • GPX geocache files Device Information Installing a microSD Card The eTrex 20x and eTrex 30x can use microSD cards for more information. 1. Also, some maps are available preloaded on memory cards. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up , as instructed in the battery compartment. ➊➋ eTrex... Owner's Manual 43 It is not compatible with Mac® OS 10.3 and earlier. Slide the card holder ➊ toward the bottom of the device and lift up to http://buy.garmin.com for ...
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...port ➋. ➊ ➋ 3. Slide the card holder toward the top of the USB cable into the mini-USB port. Replace the batteries (page 7). 8. Connecting the Device to a Computer Notice To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the mini-USB port, the weather cap, and the surrounding... area before charging or connecting to lock it. 7. Select Edit > Copy. 44 eTrex Owner's Manual Plug the small end of the device to a computer. 1. Select the file. 3. Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise. Your device and memory card (optional) appear as removable...
...port ➋. ➊ ➋ 3. Slide the card holder toward the top of the USB cable into the mini-USB port. Replace the batteries (page 7). 8. Connecting the Device to a Computer Notice To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the mini-USB port, the weather cap, and the surrounding... area before charging or connecting to lock it. 7. Select Edit > Copy. 44 eTrex Owner's Manual Plug the small end of the device to a computer. 1. Select the file. 3. Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise. Your device and memory card (optional) appear as removable...
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...below sea level. Descent Average The average vertical distance of the crank arm or strides per minute. Battery Level The remaining battery power. Course The direction from your Destination final destination. 48 Data Field Distance to Next Elevation ...Elevation Maximum Elevation Minimum ETA at Destination ETA at Next Glide Ratio Description The remaining distance to a destination. Total The total elevation distance descended. The lowest elevation reached. eTrex...
...below sea level. Descent Average The average vertical distance of the crank arm or strides per minute. Battery Level The remaining battery power. Course The direction from your Destination final destination. 48 Data Field Distance to Next Elevation ...Elevation Maximum Elevation Minimum ETA at Destination ETA at Next Glide Ratio Description The remaining distance to a destination. Total The total elevation distance descended. The lowest elevation reached. eTrex...
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... 2. Remain stationary for several minutes. How do I want to reset all the customized settings back to maximize the battery life, see a new removable disk drive in USB mass computer appears. Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Solution The device does not respond. Reinstall ...storage mode? Select Setup > Reset > Reset All Settings. last long. Remove the batteries. 2. My device does not acquire satellite signals. 1. The batteries do I reset the device? 1. Turn on Mac computers. 52 eTrex Owner's Manual On your computer, you should see page 41. How do not To...
... 2. Remain stationary for several minutes. How do I want to reset all the customized settings back to maximize the battery life, see a new removable disk drive in USB mass computer appears. Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Solution The device does not respond. Reinstall ...storage mode? Select Setup > Reset > Reset All Settings. last long. Remove the batteries. 2. My device does not acquire satellite signals. 1. The batteries do I reset the device? 1. Turn on Mac computers. 52 eTrex Owner's Manual On your computer, you should see page 41. How do not To...
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Index Index A AA batteries selecting the type 30 accessories 46, 53 fitness 46 acquiring satellite signals 52 active route 13 addresses 12 ...settings 34 ANT+ accessories 46 area calculation 25 automotive mode 31 auto mounts 17 auto zoom 32 B backlight timeout 40 barometer 19 BaseCamp 43 batteries 30, 48 about 41 information 7, 41 installing 7 life 41 long term storage 42 maximizing life 41 selecting the type 7 storage 7 warnings... to another device 24 USB cable 44 wireless accessories 46 course pointer 19 creating routes 12 waypoints 9 customizing eTrex Owner's Manual
Index Index A AA batteries selecting the type 30 accessories 46, 53 fitness 46 acquiring satellite signals 52 active route 13 addresses 12 ...settings 34 ANT+ accessories 46 area calculation 25 automotive mode 31 auto mounts 17 auto zoom 32 B backlight timeout 40 barometer 19 BaseCamp 43 batteries 30, 48 about 41 information 7, 41 installing 7 life 41 long term storage 42 maximizing life 41 selecting the type 7 storage 7 warnings... to another device 24 USB cable 44 wireless accessories 46 course pointer 19 creating routes 12 waypoints 9 customizing eTrex Owner's Manual