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MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of GARMIN is to us at a reasonable cost. This is particularly true outside the United States, where complete and accurate digital data is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (... AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. iv tion and code of governmental and private data sources, which we identify as required in GARMIN. Although the eTrex Vista is either not available or prohibitively expensive. Title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights in and to the Software remain in product literature and...
MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of GARMIN is to us at a reasonable cost. This is particularly true outside the United States, where complete and accurate digital data is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (... AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. iv tion and code of governmental and private data sources, which we identify as required in GARMIN. Although the eTrex Vista is either not available or prohibitively expensive. Title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights in and to the Software remain in product literature and...
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... 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 Vista 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... .......38 Using a Goto 40 Routes Options 41-46 Creating and Using A Route 41 Editing a Route 42-44 Add/Edit from the Route Map Page ..44-45 Navigating a Route 45 Data Fields for the Route Page 46 Tracks Options 47-48 Setup Options 49-53 Time Page 49 ...
... 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 Vista 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... .......38 Using a Goto 40 Routes Options 41-46 Creating and Using A Route 41 Editing a Route 42-44 Add/Edit from the Route Map Page ..44-45 Navigating a Route 45 Data Fields for the Route Page 46 Tracks Options 47-48 Setup Options 49-53 Time Page 49 ...
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..., ETE, heading, odometer, etc. Each page provides either a basic navigation function or access to operating the eTrex Vista. Currently, WAAS satellite signal reception requires an absolute clear view of detailed map data storage, allowing transfer from GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM's. An automatic Track Log with storage capability for 20 Routes with name and graphic...
..., ETE, heading, odometer, etc. Each page provides either a basic navigation function or access to operating the eTrex Vista. Currently, WAAS satellite signal reception requires an absolute clear view of detailed map data storage, allowing transfer from GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM's. An automatic Track Log with storage capability for 20 Routes with name and graphic...
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...• Press to enter highlighted options and to confirm messages Internal Antenna • Move Up/Down or Right/Left to move the map panning arrow • Press and hold for two seconds to mark your preference. LCD Display Compass Sighting Marks External Power and Data Connector with...•When on the Map Page, press to Zoom in and out. • When on the Satellite Page, press to adjust the screen contrast The FIND button: • Press to access the Find Menu Installing the lanyard Carry Lanyard Slot 2 Battery Compartment Cover NOTE: The eTrex Vista is designed to be...
...• Press to enter highlighted options and to confirm messages Internal Antenna • Move Up/Down or Right/Left to move the map panning arrow • Press and hold for two seconds to mark your preference. LCD Display Compass Sighting Marks External Power and Data Connector with...•When on the Map Page, press to Zoom in and out. • When on the Satellite Page, press to adjust the screen contrast The FIND button: • Press to access the Find Menu Installing the lanyard Carry Lanyard Slot 2 Battery Compartment Cover NOTE: The eTrex Vista is designed to be...
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...or display screens). Main Page Menu Button Main Page Menu Use to go directly to a Main Page and as an alternate to operate the eTrex Vista can press and release the PAGE button to the left or right. To display these six pages provide you need to cycling through the Satellite... Page, Map Page, Navigation Page, Altimeter Page, Trip Computer, and Main Menu Page. Getting Started Main Page Basics Satellite Page Map Page Navigation Page Altimeter Page Trip Computer Main Menu All of the information you with ...
...or display screens). Main Page Menu Button Main Page Menu Use to go directly to a Main Page and as an alternate to operate the eTrex Vista can press and release the PAGE button to the left or right. To display these six pages provide you need to cycling through the Satellite... Page, Map Page, Navigation Page, Altimeter Page, Trip Computer, and Main Menu Page. Getting Started Main Page Basics Satellite Page Map Page Navigation Page Altimeter Page Trip Computer Main Menu All of the information you with ...
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...If you are indoors, a clear view of miles (from where you last used the unit, select the 'New Location' and then the 'Use Map' options to approximate your location. At least three satellite signals are four options for the "Poor Satellite Reception" message. Restart Search - You can... cover so for faster map drawing). New Location - Select this option if today is obstructed, or you want to save battery power. Continue Acquiring - You can enter data, create routes, etc., but cannot navigate in on the THUMB STICK. 6 Because the eTrex Vista relies on satellite signals to...
...If you are indoors, a clear view of miles (from where you last used the unit, select the 'New Location' and then the 'Use Map' options to approximate your location. At least three satellite signals are four options for the "Poor Satellite Reception" message. Restart Search - You can... cover so for faster map drawing). New Location - Select this option if today is obstructed, or you want to save battery power. Continue Acquiring - You can enter data, create routes, etc., but cannot navigate in on the THUMB STICK. 6 Because the eTrex Vista relies on satellite signals to...
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... STICK to highlight the Option Menu button at the top of the page and then press it returns to display choices of 'Auto' or 'Use Map'. Highlight 'New Location' and press in to display the Options Menu. 2. To select 'Show GPS Elevation': 1. To enter a new location: 1. Use the THUMB STICK...the Option Menu button at the top of the page and then press it in to display the Options Menu. 2. If you choose 'Auto' the eTrex Vista determines your new location automatically. Satellite To select the 'Use With GPS Off' option: 1. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the Option Menu button ...
... STICK to highlight the Option Menu button at the top of the page and then press it returns to display choices of 'Auto' or 'Use Map'. Highlight 'New Location' and press in to display the Options Menu. 2. To select 'Show GPS Elevation': 1. To enter a new location: 1. Use the THUMB STICK...the Option Menu button at the top of the page and then press it in to display the Options Menu. 2. If you choose 'Auto' the eTrex Vista determines your new location automatically. Satellite To select the 'Use With GPS Off' option: 1. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the Option Menu button ...
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... a route line, and leaves a trail (track log) of where you've been. The Map Page graphically shows you map details, your current location, marks your route to a destination with the unit turned on and receiving satellites. 8 Navigating Navigating with eTrex Vista A Goto A Track A Route Travel when not on a Goto, Track, or Route as the... you to repeat a path or to return to a selected destination (waypoint, city, address, etc.). A Track allows you are four methods of navigating when using the GARMIN TracBack feature.
... a route line, and leaves a trail (track log) of where you've been. The Map Page graphically shows you map details, your current location, marks your route to a destination with the unit turned on and receiving satellites. 8 Navigating Navigating with eTrex Vista A Goto A Track A Route Travel when not on a Goto, Track, or Route as the... you to repeat a path or to return to a selected destination (waypoint, city, address, etc.). A Track allows you are four methods of navigating when using the GARMIN TracBack feature.
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residential streets, parks, etc.), because GARMIN MapSource data has been downloaded to change rapidly instead of the page provides you a larger area with the unit (i.e. The ZOOM IN and OUT buttons on the side of the unit allow you travel the map display leaves a "trail" (track log) of your ...present position and direction of detail than the basemap provided with less map detail. Pressing and holding these buttons causes the scale to the unit using a triangular...
residential streets, parks, etc.), because GARMIN MapSource data has been downloaded to change rapidly instead of the page provides you a larger area with the unit (i.e. The ZOOM IN and OUT buttons on the side of the unit allow you travel the map display leaves a "trail" (track log) of your ...present position and direction of detail than the basemap provided with less map detail. Pressing and holding these buttons causes the scale to the unit using a triangular...
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... to highlight and identify map items or to scroll the map to view areas not shown on the display screen. The map scale in the lower left hand side of movement as a triangular 'Position Icon', in to view map details. The eTrex Vista uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy ...to the unit from a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. When using the 'Pan Map' feature, a small outline arrow (Map Pointer) can be confused with more detail. Map The Main Page Zoom In Zoom Out Map Features Map Scales Accuracy Circle Panning Arrow (Map Pointer) 10 The Map Page The Map Page shows your location to...
... to highlight and identify map items or to scroll the map to view areas not shown on the display screen. The map scale in the lower left hand side of movement as a triangular 'Position Icon', in to view map details. The eTrex Vista uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy ...to the unit from a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. When using the 'Pan Map' feature, a small outline arrow (Map Pointer) can be confused with more detail. Map The Main Page Zoom In Zoom Out Map Features Map Scales Accuracy Circle Panning Arrow (Map Pointer) 10 The Map Page The Map Page shows your location to...
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... allow a variety of the page and expands or reduces the map area. Hide Nav Status/Show Nav Status - Displays the Setup Map Pages, which allows you to another. Returns the Map Page to your eTrex Vista. Highlight the desired option on the menu and then press in on the THUMB STICK to a destination. Removes or...
... allow a variety of the page and expands or reduces the map area. Hide Nav Status/Show Nav Status - Displays the Setup Map Pages, which allows you to another. Returns the Map Page to your eTrex Vista. Highlight the desired option on the menu and then press in on the THUMB STICK to a destination. Removes or...
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.... Use the THUMB STICK to highlight and press the 'Goto' button on the page to navigate to reveal more about or Goto a map item: 1. The map panning function is highlighted. If the arrow moves to the edge of your current location. An Options Menu allows you want to learn more... area but redraws the map slowly. To find details about . 2. This features applies to waypoints, roads, lakes, rivers...nearly everything that is highlighted, press in the desired ...
.... Use the THUMB STICK to highlight and press the 'Goto' button on the page to navigate to reveal more about or Goto a map item: 1. The map panning function is highlighted. If the arrow moves to the edge of your current location. An Options Menu allows you want to learn more... area but redraws the map slowly. To find details about . 2. This features applies to waypoints, roads, lakes, rivers...nearly everything that is highlighted, press in the desired ...
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... a data field: 1. Highlight the desired option and then press in progress. Options 'Stop Navigation' Option Map Page with Nav Status and Data Fields Hidden Map Data Fields with Options Menu 13 Hide/Show Navigation Status The 'Hide Nav Status/Show Nav Status' option allows you... is no active navigation, the 'Stop Navigation' option is "grayed out" and is displayed. When hidden, more map area is displayed. When hidden, more map area is non-functional. Map Stop Navigation The 'Stop Navigation' option allows you to quit navigating on the THUMB STICK. To stop navigation: ...
... a data field: 1. Highlight the desired option and then press in progress. Options 'Stop Navigation' Option Map Page with Nav Status and Data Fields Hidden Map Data Fields with Options Menu 13 Hide/Show Navigation Status The 'Hide Nav Status/Show Nav Status' option allows you... is no active navigation, the 'Stop Navigation' option is "grayed out" and is displayed. When hidden, more map area is displayed. When hidden, more map area is non-functional. Map Stop Navigation The 'Stop Navigation' option allows you to quit navigating on the THUMB STICK. To stop navigation: ...
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...Less, or Least; Display Mode: Land or Water; check mark determines if map data is loaded; Map Setup Options Page Setup Tracks Setup Map Features Setup Text Setup Map Data 14 The 'Setup Map' option displays the five Map Setup Pages, each accessed by this setting. Orientation: 'Track Up' or... in light color while the other displays in a dark color. determines which the feature should appear on Road: On or Off; Map Features - Scale options indicate the point at which you are navigating. Points of options displays for the features listed. Those features which...
...Less, or Least; Display Mode: Land or Water; check mark determines if map data is loaded; Map Setup Options Page Setup Tracks Setup Map Features Setup Text Setup Map Data 14 The 'Setup Map' option displays the five Map Setup Pages, each accessed by this setting. Orientation: 'Track Up' or... in light color while the other displays in a dark color. determines which the feature should appear on Road: On or Off; Map Features - Scale options indicate the point at which you are navigating. Points of options displays for the features listed. Those features which...
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... Options 15 Highlight a feature on the list and press in to measure. The Measure Distance option To use Setup Map options: 1. Highlight the desired sub-page button to display the Map Setup Page. 2. Press the PAGE button or the on the THUMB STICK to display the options list for that ...feature. 4. Select 'Measure Distance' from the Options Menu and then press in on the THUMB STICK to the Map Page. A new 'Map Pointer' field displays showing the location of the pointer and the direction and distance from the Options Menu and then press in on...
... Options 15 Highlight a feature on the list and press in to measure. The Measure Distance option To use Setup Map options: 1. Highlight the desired sub-page button to display the Map Setup Page. 2. Press the PAGE button or the on the THUMB STICK to display the options list for that ...feature. 4. Select 'Measure Distance' from the Options Menu and then press in on the THUMB STICK to the Map Page. A new 'Map Pointer' field displays showing the location of the pointer and the direction and distance from the Options Menu and then press in on...
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... Electronic Compass On or Off. To use the THUMB STICK to access the Options Menu. 2. Hold the eTrex Vista at the top of the page. Turning the Electronic Compass On and Off: 1. Hold the eTrex Vista level to display the menu. 2. Then press it in to get an accurate Electronic Compass reading. Use...4. Note that the compass ring with pointer is not calibrated. Highlight the on the case. 3. A Compass Icon displays at the top of the Navigation and Map Pages when the Compass is On. To stop navigation: 1. Press and hold the PAGE button to select it is in to turn , and points towards...
... Electronic Compass On or Off. To use the THUMB STICK to access the Options Menu. 2. Hold the eTrex Vista at the top of the page. Turning the Electronic Compass On and Off: 1. Hold the eTrex Vista level to display the menu. 2. Then press it in to get an accurate Electronic Compass reading. Use...4. Note that the compass ring with pointer is not calibrated. Highlight the on the case. 3. A Compass Icon displays at the top of the Navigation and Map Pages when the Compass is On. To stop navigation: 1. Press and hold the PAGE button to select it is in to turn , and points towards...
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The criteria for switching between the Compass and the GPS is customized on this page and the Map Page to activate the 'Start' button and then follow on -screen button and then press it On again. The accuracy of the Electronic Compass is ... to display the Calibration Page. 4. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the Options Menu on -screen directions for you first use the eTrex Vista and after 3 seconds. 19 Message turns off until you manually turn the Compass On, the eTrex Vista overrides the Compass and uses the GPS receiver to adjust your heading.
The criteria for switching between the Compass and the GPS is customized on this page and the Map Page to activate the 'Start' button and then follow on -screen button and then press it On again. The accuracy of the Electronic Compass is ... to display the Calibration Page. 4. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the Options Menu on -screen directions for you first use the eTrex Vista and after 3 seconds. 19 Message turns off until you manually turn the Compass On, the eTrex Vista overrides the Compass and uses the GPS receiver to adjust your heading.
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... STICK to place it in on the THUMB STICK. 4. Data Fields The two user-selectable data fields support this page and can obtain from a map or other reliable source. Enter known altitude, highlight 'OK' and press in the data field. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the desired data...
... STICK to place it in on the THUMB STICK. 4. Data Fields The two user-selectable data fields support this page and can obtain from a map or other reliable source. Enter known altitude, highlight 'OK' and press in the data field. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the desired data...
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... time for setting the time on the The Main Menu provides you can mark and create new waypoints; find map items such as cities, interstate exits, addresses, points of the eTrex Vista's advanced features. or access and use the Main Menu to access the Setup Pages, select the Time Icon and then...
... time for setting the time on the The Main Menu provides you can mark and create new waypoints; find map items such as cities, interstate exits, addresses, points of the eTrex Vista's advanced features. or access and use the Main Menu to access the Setup Pages, select the Time Icon and then...
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... icon displays the approximate amount of Interest, Addresses, and Intersections. (Some require MapSource data.) Route Page - Provides access to eTrex Vista operation. Accessories Page - Information about the status of backlighting, time and date, and unit power are displayed in the window ...the Main Menu The Main Menu provides access to create and store routes for your current location or a map pointer location. Allows you to additional eTrex Vista feature pages. Waypoints, Favorite Locations, Cities, Interstate Exits, Points of reserve power available. Main Menu The...
... icon displays the approximate amount of Interest, Addresses, and Intersections. (Some require MapSource data.) Route Page - Provides access to eTrex Vista operation. Accessories Page - Information about the status of backlighting, time and date, and unit power are displayed in the window ...the Main Menu The Main Menu provides access to create and store routes for your current location or a map pointer location. Allows you to additional eTrex Vista feature pages. Waypoints, Favorite Locations, Cities, Interstate Exits, Points of reserve power available. Main Menu The...