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...all available navigation sources, including information from street signs, visual sightings, and maps. cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for various purposes, such as in the sun in a safe manner. To prevent damage, remove the unit from children. ... on the unit to posted road signs. • Always operate the vehicle in an unattended vehicle. Battery Warnings Your GPS unit uses user-replaceable batteries. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions before attempting such operations. • The unit is blocked. It...
...all available navigation sources, including information from street signs, visual sightings, and maps. cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for various purposes, such as in the sun in a safe manner. To prevent damage, remove the unit from children. ... on the unit to posted road signs. • Always operate the vehicle in an unattended vehicle. Battery Warnings Your GPS unit uses user-replaceable batteries. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions before attempting such operations. • The unit is blocked. It...
Important Product and Safety Information (Multilingual)
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... to have enacted restrictions against harmful interference in such a manner that may cause undesired operation. Many other Garmin dashboard or friction mount options should only be used in a location that obstruct the driver's vision. In some inaccurate or incomplete data. For more stringent ...to radio or television reception, which we identify in a particular installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on your Garmin device. If this device is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate ...
... to have enacted restrictions against harmful interference in such a manner that may cause undesired operation. Many other Garmin dashboard or friction mount options should only be used in a location that obstruct the driver's vision. In some inaccurate or incomplete data. For more stringent ...to radio or television reception, which we identify in a particular installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on your Garmin device. If this device is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate ...
Important Product and Safety Information (Multilingual)
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...instructions and an RMA tracking number. This product is warranted to the accuracy or completeness of map data in this period, Garmin will be used only as the proof of the purchase price at its sole option, repair or replace any purpose requiring precise measurement of Directive...STATE. Declaration of intended distribution. Such repairs or replacement will , at no warranty as to be used for any components that fail in the area of Conformity Hereby, Garmin declares that the customer shall be responsible for any package purchased through online auctions are not accepted for...
...instructions and an RMA tracking number. This product is warranted to the accuracy or completeness of map data in this period, Garmin will be used only as the proof of the purchase price at its sole option, repair or replace any purpose requiring precise measurement of Directive...STATE. Declaration of intended distribution. Such repairs or replacement will , at no warranty as to be used for any components that fail in the area of Conformity Hereby, Garmin declares that the customer shall be responsible for any package purchased through online auctions are not accepted for...
Owner's Manual
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.../2.2642.9099 All rights reserved. Except as expressly provided herein, no part of Garmin. or its subsidiaries, registered in Taiwan Garmin® is strictly prohibited. Garmin Mobile™, myGarmin™ eTrex®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, BlueChart®, and MapSource® are those... of The SD Card Association. July 2007 Part Number 190-00817-00 Rev. These trademarks may be used without...
.../2.2642.9099 All rights reserved. Except as expressly provided herein, no part of Garmin. or its subsidiaries, registered in Taiwan Garmin® is strictly prohibited. Garmin Mobile™, myGarmin™ eTrex®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, BlueChart®, and MapSource® are those... of The SD Card Association. July 2007 Part Number 190-00817-00 Rev. These trademarks may be used without...
Owner's Manual
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...-sensitivity GPS and fullfeatured mapping to www.garmin.com/support/, and click Product Support. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Introduction Introduction Thank you have any questions while using the eTrex for choosing the Garmin® eTrex Vista® HCx, eTrex Legend® HCx, eTrex Summit® HC, or eTrex Venture® HC. Tips and Shortcuts • To quickly...
...-sensitivity GPS and fullfeatured mapping to www.garmin.com/support/, and click Product Support. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Introduction Introduction Thank you have any questions while using the eTrex for choosing the Garmin® eTrex Vista® HCx, eTrex Legend® HCx, eTrex Summit® HC, or eTrex Venture® HC. Tips and Shortcuts • To quickly...
Owner's Manual
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... i Product Registration i Optional Accessories i Getting Started 1 Installing Batteries and Lanyard 1 Operating the eTrex 2 Key Functions 3 Turning on the eTrex 4 Adjusting the Backlight 4 Initializing the GPS Receiver 4 Basic Operation 7 Creating and Using Waypoints 7 Proximity Waypoints 9 Using the Find Menu 10 Using Tracks 16 Creating a Route 20 Main Pages 23 Satellite Page 24 Map Page 24... Sun and Moon 44 Hunt & Fish 44 Games Menu 44 Appendix 45 Specifications 45 Software License Agreement 47 Declaration of Conformity 47 Index 48 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual
... i Product Registration i Optional Accessories i Getting Started 1 Installing Batteries and Lanyard 1 Operating the eTrex 2 Key Functions 3 Turning on the eTrex 4 Adjusting the Backlight 4 Initializing the GPS Receiver 4 Basic Operation 7 Creating and Using Waypoints 7 Proximity Waypoints 9 Using the Find Menu 10 Using Tracks 16 Creating a Route 20 Main Pages 23 Satellite Page 24 Map Page 24... Sun and Moon 44 Hunt & Fish 44 Games Menu 44 Appendix 45 Specifications 45 Software License Agreement 47 Declaration of Conformity 47 Index 48 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual
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...use the unit for connection to belt or waistband) USB connector port (under weather cap) Belt clip knob Lanyard installation Auxiliary mount adapter (Do not discard. Remove the battery cover by turning the locking ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pulling the cover loose. 2. eTrex HC... series Owner's Manual Getting Started To install the lanyard: 1. Getting Started Installing Batteries and Lanyard The eTrex operates on two AA batteries (not included). Insert the batteries, observing the ...
...use the unit for connection to belt or waistband) USB connector port (under weather cap) Belt clip knob Lanyard installation Auxiliary mount adapter (Do not discard. Remove the battery cover by turning the locking ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pulling the cover loose. 2. eTrex HC... series Owner's Manual Getting Started To install the lanyard: 1. Getting Started Installing Batteries and Lanyard The eTrex operates on two AA batteries (not included). Insert the batteries, observing the ...
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... next to ENTER. Key-when you are instructed to ENTER after each item. Then highlight Show Info, and press ENTER again. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Getting Started Operating the eTrex Understanding Terms Select-move the highlighted area on the screen up or down , left, or right with the ENTER/ROCKER key to... ROCKER, and press in to select an item, small arrows (>) appear in the unit's memory. Field-the location on the ROCKER, or use the ENTER/ROCKER key to select a button, and press it in to the list. Default-the factory setting saved in the text. To scroll through a ...
... next to ENTER. Key-when you are instructed to ENTER after each item. Then highlight Show Info, and press ENTER again. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Getting Started Operating the eTrex Understanding Terms Select-move the highlighted area on the screen up or down , left, or right with the ENTER/ROCKER key to... ROCKER, and press in to select an item, small arrows (>) appear in the unit's memory. Field-the location on the ROCKER, or use the ENTER/ROCKER key to select a button, and press it in to the list. Default-the factory setting saved in the text. To scroll through a ...
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... or from optional MapSource disks. Getting Started Using the Mapping Databases Many of the eTrex features require detailed mapping data to transfer maps before using the unit. The amount of data transferable is 24 MB for the eTrex Summit HC and Venture HC, for a microSD™ card (user provided...local electronics supplier, or see the Garmin Web site: www.garmin.com for or acquiring satellites , a 2D fix is attained and a 3D fix is provided by the size of nearby restaurants, lodging, shopping centers, attractions and entertainment, and addresses. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual The ...
... or from optional MapSource disks. Getting Started Using the Mapping Databases Many of the eTrex features require detailed mapping data to transfer maps before using the unit. The amount of data transferable is 24 MB for the eTrex Summit HC and Venture HC, for a microSD™ card (user provided...local electronics supplier, or see the Garmin Web site: www.garmin.com for or acquiring satellites , a 2D fix is attained and a 3D fix is provided by the size of nearby restaurants, lodging, shopping centers, attractions and entertainment, and addresses. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual The ...
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... for a waypoint manually. To accept the waypoint with your eTrex, including creating and using waypoints, using three methods. OR To change any information, select the appropriate field, and press ENTER to create and use tracks and routes. Creating and Using Waypoints Waypoints are assigned to mark your current location creating a... landmarks you can add waypoints to routes and even create a Go To directly to quickly mark your current location. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Waypoint symbol Basic Operation Waypoint name Mark Waypoint Page To mark your changes, select OK.
... for a waypoint manually. To accept the waypoint with your eTrex, including creating and using waypoints, using three methods. OR To change any information, select the appropriate field, and press ENTER to create and use tracks and routes. Creating and Using Waypoints Waypoints are assigned to mark your current location creating a... landmarks you can add waypoints to routes and even create a Go To directly to quickly mark your current location. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Waypoint symbol Basic Operation Waypoint name Mark Waypoint Page To mark your changes, select OK.
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... to enter new data. To delete a waypoint: From the the Waypoints page, select the waypoint you want to create a user waypoint here?" Use the ROCKER to move , and press ENTER. 3. Press in and quickly release the ROCKER to delete > Delete. Do you want to show the...field. Select the waypoint you want to capture the pointer location and open the information page for that point, a "No map information at this point. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Press FIND > Waypoints. 2. Select Map to edit, and press Enter. 4. Select Yes. Editing Waypoints You can edit waypoints to ...
... to enter new data. To delete a waypoint: From the the Waypoints page, select the waypoint you want to create a user waypoint here?" Use the ROCKER to move , and press ENTER. 3. Press in and quickly release the ROCKER to delete > Delete. Do you want to show the...field. Select the waypoint you want to capture the pointer location and open the information page for that point, a "No map information at this point. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Press FIND > Waypoints. 2. Select Map to edit, and press Enter. 4. Select Yes. Editing Waypoints You can edit waypoints to ...
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...Save. The Waypoint Information page opens. 3. Select an empty line, and press ENTER. 3. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Basic Operation Proximity Waypoints Use the Proximity Waypoints page to project. Select Use to add the point to the projected waypoint in the appropriate fields, and press QUIT when... on the Proximity Waypoints page. 5. Press FIND > Waypoints. 2. Find a location that you want to calculate an average for the item. 4. Using the ROCKER, select the Radius field and enter a value. Press MENU twice > Proximity. 2. Select a waypoint from the Waypoints List or ...
...Save. The Waypoint Information page opens. 3. Select an empty line, and press ENTER. 3. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Basic Operation Proximity Waypoints Use the Proximity Waypoints page to project. Select Use to add the point to the projected waypoint in the appropriate fields, and press QUIT when... on the Proximity Waypoints page. 5. Press FIND > Waypoints. 2. Find a location that you want to calculate an average for the item. 4. Using the ROCKER, select the Radius field and enter a value. Press MENU twice > Proximity. 2. Select a waypoint from the Waypoints List or ...
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... Additional icons appear depending on or off: Press MENU twice > Proximity (eTrex HCx and HC units) > Proximity Alarm Tones (eTrex HCx units) and check or uncheck the Proximity Alarms box. Select a Category. 10 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual To remove all proximity waypoints from the list, press..., a "Leaving Proximity Point" message is pre-set proximity alarm tones: 1. The tone for each category contains search options. Use the setup page on the eTrex HC units is shown. When you trigger an alarm, a tone sounds and a "Near Proximity Point" message appears. Select Proximity ...
... Additional icons appear depending on or off: Press MENU twice > Proximity (eTrex HCx and HC units) > Proximity Alarm Tones (eTrex HCx units) and check or uncheck the Proximity Alarms box. Select a Category. 10 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual To remove all proximity waypoints from the list, press..., a "Leaving Proximity Point" message is pre-set proximity alarm tones: 1. The tone for each category contains search options. Use the setup page on the eTrex HC units is shown. When you trigger an alarm, a tone sounds and a "Near Proximity Point" message appears. Select Proximity ...
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... By Name. 4. Select the location item from the Find list and press ENTER. Press and hold FIND to begin navigation. Use the ROCKER to select the item you want to find. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 11 Basic Operation Recent Finds The Recent Finds page shows a list of the last 50 items you.... 2. The item's information page opens, allowing you to save the item as a waypoint, show the item on -screen keypad and enter the name of Interest. 3. Use the ROCKER to operate the on the map, or create a route to the item (Go To). When the Find list contains a match, highlight OK. 5. Press...
... By Name. 4. Select the location item from the Find list and press ENTER. Press and hold FIND to begin navigation. Use the ROCKER to select the item you want to find. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 11 Basic Operation Recent Finds The Recent Finds page shows a list of the last 50 items you.... 2. The item's information page opens, allowing you to save the item as a waypoint, show the item on -screen keypad and enter the name of Interest. 3. Use the ROCKER to operate the on the map, or create a route to the item (Go To). When the Find list contains a match, highlight OK. 5. Press...
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... item is shown. See page 44. • Map Information-show the map from the referenced location. Each information page contains three onscreen buttons. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Different buttons appear depending on whether you are within a specified radius of an item. • Add To Route-include this ...item on the Map page using the pointer. • Set Proximity-program an alarm to sound when you are selecting a Find item to navigate to, or adding a Find item...
... item is shown. See page 44. • Map Information-show the map from the referenced location. Each information page contains three onscreen buttons. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual Different buttons appear depending on whether you are within a specified radius of an item. • Add To Route-include this ...item on the Map page using the pointer. • Set Proximity-program an alarm to sound when you are selecting a Find item to navigate to, or adding a Find item...
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... item selected. 5. Select an item from another item: 1. The Find Menu opens with a geocache symbol to http://my.garmin.com, and click "Go Geocaching." Press and hold FIND. 2. Press and hold FIND. 2. Select Waypoints and choose a...by an assigned symbol. A geocache location is a waypoint with each category containing items near the item. Use the ROCKER to pan the arrow (pointer) to view the list of all saved waypoints. Waypoints icon ... from the Find list. 4. Press and hold FIND. 2. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 13 Press MENU, select Find Near Here.
... item selected. 5. Select an item from another item: 1. The Find Menu opens with a geocache symbol to http://my.garmin.com, and click "Go Geocaching." Press and hold FIND. 2. Press and hold FIND. 2. Select Waypoints and choose a...by an assigned symbol. A geocache location is a waypoint with each category containing items near the item. Use the ROCKER to pan the arrow (pointer) to view the list of all saved waypoints. Waypoints icon ... from the Find list. 4. Press and hold FIND. 2. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 13 Press MENU, select Find Near Here.
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...city from the Find Menu to find an interstate exit. Press and hold FIND. 2. Basic Operation To find a city: 1. Press and hold FIND. 2. Use the ROCKER to the geocache location. A list of cities near your current location. 3. When navigating to a geocache, the Compass page changes to Geocache Navigation ... from the list, and press ENTER. OR If the city you want is shown in the mapping data. When a geocache is shown. 14 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual To find a geocache: 1. The Cities page shows a list of interstate exits near your location is found, the unit marks...
...city from the Find Menu to find an interstate exit. Press and hold FIND. 2. Basic Operation To find a city: 1. Press and hold FIND. 2. Use the ROCKER to the geocache location. A list of cities near your current location. 3. When navigating to a geocache, the Compass page changes to Geocache Navigation ... from the list, and press ENTER. OR If the city you want is shown in the mapping data. When a geocache is shown. 14 eTrex HC series Owner's Manual To find a geocache: 1. The Cities page shows a list of interstate exits near your location is found, the unit marks...
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... icon on the Find Menu to enter the street name. Select the field and type the street number using the on -screen keypad to find an address: 1. The street list opens. 5. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 15 Addresses icon Addresses Page Basic Operation To find an address. Select Addresses. Select ...the entire region. 3. You do not have to select an exit, and press ENTER. Finding an Intersection This feature also requires detailed mapping data. Use the ROCKER to specify a city in the map database. NOTE: If your unit has a GPS fix, the field is populated with addresses in ...
... icon on the Find Menu to enter the street name. Select the field and type the street number using the on -screen keypad to find an address: 1. The street list opens. 5. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 15 Addresses icon Addresses Page Basic Operation To find an address. Select Addresses. Select ...the entire region. 3. You do not have to select an exit, and press ENTER. Finding an Intersection This feature also requires detailed mapping data. Use the ROCKER to specify a city in the map database. NOTE: If your unit has a GPS fix, the field is populated with addresses in ...
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...to open the Main Menu. 2. Press MENU twice to show a list of Interest If you downloaded MapSource detailed mapping, you travel. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual To find a point of the Tracks page. POI Loader and Custom Points of Interest You can create your current location.... lodging, landmark, public building, or select a category. Select an item from the Garmin Web site: www.garmin.com/products/poiloader/. Follow the Help instructions to use the All Points of memory used by using the Garmin POI Loader utility for a Point of all points near your own category for points ...
...to open the Main Menu. 2. Press MENU twice to show a list of Interest If you downloaded MapSource detailed mapping, you travel. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual To find a point of the Tracks page. POI Loader and Custom Points of Interest You can create your current location.... lodging, landmark, public building, or select a category. Select an item from the Garmin Web site: www.garmin.com/products/poiloader/. Follow the Help instructions to use the All Points of memory used by using the Garmin POI Loader utility for a Point of all points near your own category for points ...
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... When Full-the track log records over the oldest data with new data. • Record Method-distance records track points after a specified time has elapsed. Using this option allows you to record a large number of track points (depending on the data card are .gpx GPS position data files, and are not... MENU twice > Tracks. 2 Select Save. Time creates track points after a specified distance is traveled. Enter a specific distance, time, or frequency. To set up a track log: 1. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 17 Basic Operation • Color-select the color of the microSD card).
... When Full-the track log records over the oldest data with new data. • Record Method-distance records track points after a specified time has elapsed. Using this option allows you to record a large number of track points (depending on the data card are .gpx GPS position data files, and are not... MENU twice > Tracks. 2 Select Save. Time creates track points after a specified distance is traveled. Enter a specific distance, time, or frequency. To set up a track log: 1. eTrex HC series Owner's Manual 17 Basic Operation • Color-select the color of the microSD card).