Owner's Manual
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... viii Getting Started Setup, and Features 1 Features and Button Function 2 Battery Installation 3 Backlighting 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...
... viii Getting Started Setup, and Features 1 Features and Button Function 2 Battery Installation 3 Backlighting 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...
Owner's Manual
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... either a basic navigation function or access to the unit using the eTrex Legend's features and their options. A Trip Computer for this program is complete. There are your geographic location in relation to those satellites now in service. In fact, you may be limited by geo-...development and is arranged on the Main Pages structure with detailed instructions on using a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. See pages 5 and 47 for installing batteries, how the buttons function, starting the eTrex Legend, adjusting the screen contrast, and basic navigation techniques to help you start enjoying ...
... either a basic navigation function or access to the unit using the eTrex Legend's features and their options. A Trip Computer for this program is complete. There are your geographic location in relation to those satellites now in service. In fact, you may be limited by geo-...development and is arranged on the Main Pages structure with detailed instructions on using a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. See pages 5 and 47 for installing batteries, how the buttons function, starting the eTrex Legend, adjusting the screen contrast, and basic navigation techniques to help you start enjoying ...
Owner's Manual
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... on the Map Page, press to Zoom in the left hand, but it can be held and operated in and out. • When on the Satellite Page, press to adjust the screen contrast. • When on a list, press to jump to the first or last item on -screen buttons, icons... move through main pages. 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 using the right hand as a waypoint LLELEG EGG EEN END NDD The PAGE button: • Press to cycle...
... on the Map Page, press to Zoom in the left hand, but it can be held and operated in and out. • When on the Satellite Page, press to adjust the screen contrast. • When on a list, press to jump to the first or last item on -screen buttons, icons... move through main pages. 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 using the right hand as a waypoint LLELEG EGG EEN END NDD The PAGE button: • Press to cycle...
Owner's Manual
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...the polarity. 3. To turn on the backlighting: Press the POWER button to page 45.) To adjust the screen contrast: When on the Satellite Page, use only new or fully recharged batteries and do not mix Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries. The backlight remains on until... 3 Getting Started Installing the Batteries The eTrex Legend operates on two "AA" batteries (not included), which are removed. Stored data is pressed again. Press & Release POWER Button quickly to turn Backlighting On/Off Use ZOOM IN & OUT Buttons while on the Satellite Page to adjust the contrast.
...the polarity. 3. To turn on the backlighting: Press the POWER button to page 45.) To adjust the screen contrast: When on the Satellite Page, use only new or fully recharged batteries and do not mix Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries. The backlight remains on until... 3 Getting Started Installing the Batteries The eTrex Legend operates on two "AA" batteries (not included), which are removed. Stored data is pressed again. Press & Release POWER Button quickly to turn Backlighting On/Off Use ZOOM IN & OUT Buttons while on the Satellite Page to adjust the contrast.
Owner's Manual
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... the left or right. To display these five pages provide 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 the information you with different... by on-screen buttons. Option Menu Button Option Menu These menus provide additional features or allow you to customize the unit to cycling through the Satellite Page, Map Page, Navigation Page, Trip Computer, and Main Menu Page.
... the left or right. To display these five pages provide 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 the information you with different... by on-screen buttons. Option Menu Button Option Menu These menus provide additional features or allow you to customize the unit to cycling through the Satellite Page, Map Page, Navigation Page, Trip Computer, and Main Menu Page.
Owner's Manual
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...Skyview graphic represents a view looking up at a 45° angle from vertical, and the center represents directly overhead. Satellites and their assigned numbers. The stronger the signal, the taller the signal bar. Signal Strength Bars for correcting differentials in... in Signal Bars for GPS Satellites Your location coordinates and Elevation The Satellite Page provides a picture of satellite signal tracking, tells you , the inner ring represents a view above ) display on the horizon) Center (Satellite overhead) Satellite Page with 10 Satellites Being Tracked and WAAS Enabled....
...Skyview graphic represents a view looking up at a 45° angle from vertical, and the center represents directly overhead. Satellites and their assigned numbers. The stronger the signal, the taller the signal bar. Signal Strength Bars for correcting differentials in... in Signal Bars for GPS Satellites Your location coordinates and Elevation The Satellite Page provides a picture of satellite signal tracking, tells you , the inner ring represents a view above ) display on the horizon) Center (Satellite overhead) Satellite Page with 10 Satellites Being Tracked and WAAS Enabled....
Owner's Manual
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...to display the Options Menu. 2. Highlight 'New Elevation' and then press in on the New Elevation - This gives the unit reference information and speeds satellite acquisition. To select 'Track Up' or 'North Up': 1. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the Option Menu button at the top of the page...' or 'North Up' option (depending on which is obstructed, or you are more accurate elevation, if known, to the north). 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...
...to display the Options Menu. 2. Highlight 'New Elevation' and then press in on the New Elevation - This gives the unit reference information and speeds satellite acquisition. To select 'Track Up' or 'North Up': 1. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the Option Menu button at the top of the page...' or 'North Up' option (depending on which is obstructed, or you are more accurate elevation, if known, to the north). 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...
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...the top of miles (from where you want GPS off (for the "Poor Satellite Reception" message. 7 The eTrex Legend relies on the map and press it in to display the Options Menu. 2. At least three satellite signals are four options for faster map drawing). Select this option if you ...have moved hundreds of the page and then press it in to complete entry. If you choose 'Auto' the eTrex Legend determines your new location automatically. Restart Search ...
...the top of miles (from where you want GPS off (for the "Poor Satellite Reception" message. 7 The eTrex Legend relies on the map and press it in to display the Options Menu. 2. At least three satellite signals are four options for faster map drawing). Select this option if you ...have moved hundreds of the page and then press it in to complete entry. If you choose 'Auto' the eTrex Legend determines your new location automatically. Restart Search ...
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...point on the same path using the eTrex Legend and each is graphically displayed on the Map Page. A Track allows you to repeat a path or to return to go and the direction you are three methods of navigating when using the GARMIN TracBack feature. There are traveling. ... The Trip Computer Page records and displays travel with the unit turned on and receiving satellite signals. The Map Page displays your real-time movement as you travel data, such as travel without entering a destination in the eTrex Legend. Track - Route - A direct path to a destination with a route line,...
...point on the same path using the eTrex Legend and each is graphically displayed on the Map Page. A Track allows you to repeat a path or to return to go and the direction you are three methods of navigating when using the GARMIN TracBack feature. There are traveling. ... The Trip Computer Page records and displays travel with the unit turned on and receiving satellite signals. The Map Page displays your real-time movement as you travel data, such as travel without entering a destination in the eTrex Legend. Track - Route - A direct path to a destination with a route line,...
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As you with current satellite tracking and position accuracy information. 9 The IN button displays less area but more map detail, while the OUT button shows you a larger area with the ... map detail. Pressing and holding these buttons causes the scale to the unit from 20 feet to zoom in increments. residential streets, parks, etc.), because GARMIN MapSource data has been downloaded to change rapidly instead of changing in or out on the side of movement using a triangular 'Position Icon' that is...
As you with current satellite tracking and position accuracy information. 9 The IN button displays less area but more map detail, while the OUT button shows you a larger area with the ... map detail. Pressing and holding these buttons causes the scale to the unit from 20 feet to zoom in increments. residential streets, parks, etc.), because GARMIN MapSource data has been downloaded to change rapidly instead of changing in or out on the side of movement using a triangular 'Position Icon' that is...
Owner's Manual
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...present position and direction of movement as a triangular 'Position Icon', in the center of the page provides satellite tracking and location accuracy information. A Status Field at the bottom of the page can be programmed to provide...point within the circle. When using MapSource data, the word 'mapsource' displays below the map scale. The eTrex Legend uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in the 'Units' field of travel and navigation information. The...If you zoom in order to the unit from an optional GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. The smaller the circle, the more detail.
...present position and direction of movement as a triangular 'Position Icon', in the center of the page provides satellite tracking and location accuracy information. A Status Field at the bottom of the page can be programmed to provide...point within the circle. When using MapSource data, the word 'mapsource' displays below the map scale. The eTrex Legend uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in the 'Units' field of travel and navigation information. The...If you zoom in order to the unit from an optional GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. The smaller the circle, the more detail.
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... Status: Select 'Hide' or 'Show' from the option list and then press in a window at the top of the page that lists the status of satellite tracking and accuracy of GPS positioning. Highlight the desired option and then press in on the THUMB STICK to place it in on the page...
... Status: Select 'Hide' or 'Show' from the option list and then press in a window at the top of the page that lists the status of satellite tracking and accuracy of GPS positioning. Highlight the desired option and then press in on the THUMB STICK to place it in on the page...
Owner's Manual
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...( More Often, Normal, Less Often, or Least Often). The percentage of ten tracks in both directions. Rename saved Track Logs to where you started, the eTrex Legend takes you back by the current track log displays at the top of the "TracBack" feature, clear the Track Log before you to retrace your...displays the track and it . When you no longer need a Track Log 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. Tracks Tracks Page Track on Main Map Page For effective use the 'TracBack' feature, clear...
...( More Often, Normal, Less Often, or Least Often). The percentage of ten tracks in both directions. Rename saved Track Logs to where you started, the eTrex Legend takes you back by the current track log displays at the top of the "TracBack" feature, clear the Track Log before you to retrace your...displays the track and it . When you no longer need a Track Log 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. Tracks Tracks Page Track on Main Map Page For effective use the 'TracBack' feature, clear...
Owner's Manual
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... 47 The 'Demo Mode' simulates navigation. Switch between 'Enabled' and 'Disabled'. Change the display to an "electric plug" when external power is the Amount of satellite signal position updating and the 'Use With GPS Off' option stops...
... 47 The 'Demo Mode' simulates navigation. Switch between 'Enabled' and 'Disabled'. Change the display to an "electric plug" when external power is the Amount of satellite signal position updating and the 'Use With GPS Off' option stops...
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... other 'Normal' and/or interface setting is set to a location with new batteries. The eTrex Legend is programmed to the current feature. 57 Press in service for two seconds. Reinstall batteries. ...the POWER button for the Americas. Batteries may be remedied using this guide, contact GARMIN Customer Service at: 913-397-8200 or 800-800-1020 Symptom Probable Cause Troubleshooting Guide... map data is obstructed. or you are located too far from WAAS. direction of the satellite. Cannot obtain a differential You have an 'X' Highlight the on-screen button and (Exit...
... other 'Normal' and/or interface setting is set to a location with new batteries. The eTrex Legend is programmed to the current feature. 57 Press in service for two seconds. Reinstall batteries. ...the POWER button for the Americas. Batteries may be remedied using this guide, contact GARMIN Customer Service at: 913-397-8200 or 800-800-1020 Symptom Probable Cause Troubleshooting Guide... map data is obstructed. or you are located too far from WAAS. direction of the satellite. Cannot obtain a differential You have an 'X' Highlight the on-screen button and (Exit...
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... (lat/lon 54 Location (marking 24 Location (selected 54 Lock on Road 14 M Maintenance v Main Menu Page 4 Main Pages Main Menu 22 Map 9 Navigation 16 Satellite 5 Trip Computer 19, 20 Main Page Basics 4 61
... (lat/lon 54 Location (marking 24 Location (selected 54 Lock on Road 14 M Maintenance v Main Menu Page 4 Main Pages Main Menu 22 Map 9 Navigation 16 Satellite 5 Trip Computer 19, 20 Main Page Basics 4 61
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Index Restore settings 36, 37 Route Page 23 Using 35 RTCM In 46 RTCM In/NMEA Out 46 RTCM In/Text Out 46 S Satellite Page 4-7 Saved Tracks 14 Saving the Track Log 41, 47 Selecting a Waypoint 28 Serial Number vii Setting the Correct Time Zone 22 Setup and Features 1 ...
Index Restore settings 36, 37 Route Page 23 Using 35 RTCM In 46 RTCM In/NMEA Out 46 RTCM In/Text Out 46 S Satellite Page 4-7 Saved Tracks 14 Saving the Track Log 41, 47 Selecting a Waypoint 28 Serial Number vii Setting the Correct Time Zone 22 Setup and Features 1 ...
Quick Reference Guide
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... the battery cover from a GARMIN MapSource® CD-ROM. Carefully read the warning message and press the PAGE button to acknowledge and proceed to display the list of the page. When the Legend has acquired enough satellite signals to cycle through lists,...in to access the Satellite Page. 2. Backlighting/Contrast Adjustment Adjusting Backlight/Contrast POWER Button To turn the unit On: 1. Provides guidance to change the Time Zone: 1. Operating the eTrex Legend Operating the eTrex Legend 1 Installing the Batteries 3 Start Up Sequence The eTrex Legend operates on two AA...
... the battery cover from a GARMIN MapSource® CD-ROM. Carefully read the warning message and press the PAGE button to acknowledge and proceed to display the list of the page. When the Legend has acquired enough satellite signals to cycle through lists,...in to access the Satellite Page. 2. Backlighting/Contrast Adjustment Adjusting Backlight/Contrast POWER Button To turn the unit On: 1. Provides guidance to change the Time Zone: 1. Operating the eTrex Legend Operating the eTrex Legend 1 Installing the Batteries 3 Start Up Sequence The eTrex Legend operates on two AA...