Important Product and Safety Information (Multilingual)
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... in an unattended vehicle. Minimize the amount of the unit's controls while navigating. cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for various purposes, such as in front of an airbag field of all available navigation sources, including information from children. •...the driver's view of fire or explosion. • Contact your product contains or accepts street maps. NOTE: Refer to your product's owner's manual to determine if your local waste disposal department to properly recycle/dispose of direct sunlight, such as the real-time clock, and the ...
... in an unattended vehicle. Minimize the amount of the unit's controls while navigating. cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. See www.garmin.com/prop65 for various purposes, such as in front of an airbag field of all available navigation sources, including information from children. •...the driver's view of fire or explosion. • Contact your product contains or accepts street maps. NOTE: Refer to your product's owner's manual to determine if your local waste disposal department to properly recycle/dispose of direct sunlight, such as the real-time clock, and the ...
Owner's Manual
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... by completing our online registration today. Introduction Thank you by quickly pressing and releasing the POWER key. Take a moment to http://my.garmin .com. Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Product Registration Help us better support you for navigation. Go to compare the contents of...
... by completing our online registration today. Introduction Thank you by quickly pressing and releasing the POWER key. Take a moment to http://my.garmin .com. Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Product Registration Help us better support you for navigation. Go to compare the contents of...
Owner's Manual
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...800) 800.1020. In Europe, go to www.garmin .com/support and click Contact Support for product warnings and other important information. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual In the USA, go to www.garmin.com/support, or contact Garmin USA by phone at 0808 2380000. by phone at ...+44 (0) 870.8501241. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Contact Garmin Contact Garmin Product Support if you ...
...800) 800.1020. In Europe, go to www.garmin .com/support and click Contact Support for product warnings and other important information. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual In the USA, go to www.garmin.com/support, or contact Garmin USA by phone at 0808 2380000. by phone at ...+44 (0) 870.8501241. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Contact Garmin Contact Garmin Product Support if you ...
Owner's Manual
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... Shortcuts 1 Product Registration 1 Optional Accessories............2 Getting Started 4 Installing Batteries and the Lanyard 4 Key Functions 8 Turning on the eTrex 9 Adjusting the Backlight........10 Initializing the GPS Receiver 10 Basic Operation 13 Creating and Using Waypoints 13 Using the Find Menu...........16...and Moon 57 Hunt & Fish 57 Games Menu 57 Appendix 58 Specifications 58 Connecting Your eTrex to a Computer 60 Caring for the eTrex............61 Software License Agreement 62 Declaration of Conformity...62 Index 63 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual
... Shortcuts 1 Product Registration 1 Optional Accessories............2 Getting Started 4 Installing Batteries and the Lanyard 4 Key Functions 8 Turning on the eTrex 9 Adjusting the Backlight........10 Initializing the GPS Receiver 10 Basic Operation 13 Creating and Using Waypoints 13 Using the Find Menu...........16...and Moon 57 Hunt & Fish 57 Games Menu 57 Appendix 58 Specifications 58 Connecting Your eTrex to a Computer 60 Caring for the eTrex............61 Software License Agreement 62 Declaration of Conformity...62 Index 63 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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Getting Started Getting Started Installing Batteries and the Lanyard The eTrex operates on two AA batteries (not included). To install the batteries: 1. Remove the battery cover by turning the locking ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pulling ... for setting the battery type. Stored data is not lost when batteries are removed. Use Alkaline, NiMH, or Lithium batteries. Locking Battery pin slot compartment eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Insert the batteries, observing the proper polarity.
Getting Started Getting Started Installing Batteries and the Lanyard The eTrex operates on two AA batteries (not included). To install the batteries: 1. Remove the battery cover by turning the locking ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pulling ... for setting the battery type. Stored data is not lost when batteries are removed. Use Alkaline, NiMH, or Lithium batteries. Locking Battery pin slot compartment eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Insert the batteries, observing the proper polarity.
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Place the loop of the unit. 2. Route the strap through the slot at the base of the lanyard through the loop, and pull tight. To install the lanyard: 1. USB connector port (under weather cap) Getting Started eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual
Place the loop of the unit. 2. Route the strap through the slot at the base of the lanyard through the loop, and pull tight. To install the lanyard: 1. USB connector port (under weather cap) Getting Started eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual
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...to select an item, small arrows (>) appear in the text. Default-the factory setting saved in to select individual fields. Manual Conventions In this manual, when you are directed to scroll rapidly. They indicate that you are instructed to enter. Getting Started Understanding Terms Select-...screen up or down , left, or right with the ROCKER to enter after each item. Key-when you should highlight Service, eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Field-the location on the screen using the ROCKER, and press in the unit's memory. To scroll through a list, press up ...
...to select an item, small arrows (>) appear in the text. Default-the factory setting saved in to select individual fields. Manual Conventions In this manual, when you are directed to scroll rapidly. They indicate that you are instructed to enter. Getting Started Understanding Terms Select-...screen up or down , left, or right with the ROCKER to enter after each item. Key-when you should highlight Service, eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Field-the location on the screen using the ROCKER, and press in the unit's memory. To scroll through a list, press up ...
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Highlighted field Field On-screen buttons Getting Started eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual and press the ROCKER. Then highlight Show Info, and press the ROCKER again.
Highlighted field Field On-screen buttons Getting Started eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual and press the ROCKER. Then highlight Show Info, and press the ROCKER again.
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MENU/FIND key Press and release to scroll up or down a list or move a highlighted slider. From any other page, press to view the Options Menu for the current page. Press and hold to zoom the map in or out. Getting Started IN/OUT Zoom ROCKER MENU/FIND QUIT/PAGE POWER Key Functions IN/OUT Zoom keys From the Map page, press to display the Find Menu. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual
MENU/FIND key Press and release to scroll up or down a list or move a highlighted slider. From any other page, press to view the Options Menu for the current page. Press and hold to zoom the map in or out. Getting Started IN/OUT Zoom ROCKER MENU/FIND QUIT/PAGE POWER Key Functions IN/OUT Zoom keys From the Map page, press to display the Find Menu. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual
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... through lists • highlight fields, on-screen buttons, or icons • move through the main pages. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Press in and hold POWER. Turning on the eTrex To turn the eTrex on or off. ROCKER key Rock up, down, right, or left to: • move the map... panning arrow. Press and hold to turn on and off (Vista H only). Press in and release to enter...
... through lists • highlight fields, on-screen buttons, or icons • move through the main pages. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Press in and hold POWER. Turning on the eTrex To turn the eTrex on or off. ROCKER key Rock up, down, right, or left to: • move the map... panning arrow. Press and hold to turn on and off (Vista H only). Press in and release to enter...
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... number of each satellite signal is shown. The strength of the sky. Press up on your eTrex: Hold the unit in front of options 10 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Initializing the GPS Receiver The first time you turn on the ROCKER to increase the brightness and ... signals, "Acquiring Satellites" is shown. Getting Started Adjusting the Backlight To adjust the backlight level: 1. To initialize your eTrex, the GPS receiver must be outdoors and have a clear view of each overhead satellite is displayed until enough signals are acquired to close.
... number of each satellite signal is shown. The strength of the sky. Press up on your eTrex: Hold the unit in front of options 10 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Initializing the GPS Receiver The first time you turn on the ROCKER to increase the brightness and ... signals, "Acquiring Satellites" is shown. Getting Started Adjusting the Backlight To adjust the backlight level: 1. To initialize your eTrex, the GPS receiver must be outdoors and have a clear view of each overhead satellite is displayed until enough signals are acquired to close.
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... 2D fix is attained and a 3D fix is shown on the Main Menu and the Status Bar. Power status is attained. The external eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual 11 Getting Started power icon is shown when the unit is provided by batteries or from an auxiliary source. The Electronic Compass... (Vista H only) appears when activated. appears. The Status Bar and Date and Time The Status Bar and Date/Time Window appear below ...
... 2D fix is attained and a 3D fix is shown on the Main Menu and the Status Bar. Power status is attained. The external eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual 11 Getting Started power icon is shown when the unit is provided by batteries or from an auxiliary source. The Electronic Compass... (Vista H only) appears when activated. appears. The Status Bar and Date and Time The Status Bar and Date/Time Window appear below ...
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... operational, so you can view listings of nearby restaurants, lodging, shopping centers, attractions and entertainment, and addresses. See the Garmin Web site www.garmin .com for compatible MapSource products. 12 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Use the USB interface cable, provided with the unit, to transfer optional MapSource data from a computer to transfer maps before...
... operational, so you can view listings of nearby restaurants, lodging, shopping centers, attractions and entertainment, and addresses. See the Garmin Web site www.garmin .com for compatible MapSource products. 12 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Use the USB interface cable, provided with the unit, to transfer optional MapSource data from a computer to transfer maps before...
Owner's Manual
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... using three methods. You can add waypoints to routes and even create a Go To directly to the selected waypoint. Press the eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual 13 You can create waypoints using the Find Menu, and how to create and use tracks and routes. ROCKER while at a ...location, create a waypoint on the Map page, or enter coordinates for a waypoint manually. Basic Operation Basic Operation This section explains some ...
... using three methods. You can add waypoints to routes and even create a Go To directly to the selected waypoint. Press the eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual 13 You can create waypoints using the Find Menu, and how to create and use tracks and routes. ROCKER while at a ...location, create a waypoint on the Map page, or enter coordinates for a waypoint manually. Basic Operation Basic Operation This section explains some ...
Owner's Manual
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... mark your changes, select OK. On the Map page, use the ROCKER to move the pointer to the map item you want to mark. 14 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual
... mark your changes, select OK. On the Map page, use the ROCKER to move the pointer to the map item you want to mark. 14 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual
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.... 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 Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual 15 Press and hold FIND. 2. If there is no information for the map item. 3. Select Map to move a waypoint on the map. Select the...
.... 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 Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual 15 Press and hold FIND. 2. If there is no information for the map item. 3. Select Map to move a waypoint on the map. Select the...
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Press and hold the FIND 16 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Press FIND > Waypoints. 2. Enter the distance and bearing to the projected waypoint in the eTrex basemap. Basic Operation 4. Press the ROCKER to place a move the waypoint to project. Additional icons appear depending on the optional MapSource data loaded to the ...
Press and hold the FIND 16 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual Press FIND > Waypoints. 2. Enter the distance and bearing to the projected waypoint in the eTrex basemap. Basic Operation 4. Press the ROCKER to place a move the waypoint to project. Additional icons appear depending on the optional MapSource data loaded to the ...
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... location or the map pointer. 2. Use the ROCKER to operate the on the map, or create a route to find a location using Find By Name: 1. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual 17 Press and hold FIND to search for each category contains search options. Select the location item from the Find list and press the...
... location or the map pointer. 2. Use the ROCKER to operate the on the map, or create a route to find a location using Find By Name: 1. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual 17 Press and hold FIND to search for each category contains search options. Select the location item from the Find list and press the...
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... -screen buttons. Find Information Page Options Menu To use the Options Menu: 1. With an information page open the Options Menu. 2. See page 16. 18 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual To go to a route list as a waypoint. Use the ROCKER to select an option: • Average Location-takes several readings at the same location...
... -screen buttons. Find Information Page Options Menu To use the Options Menu: 1. With an information page open the Options Menu. 2. See page 16. 18 eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual To go to a route list as a waypoint. Use the ROCKER to select an option: • Average Location-takes several readings at the same location...
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... pointer. • Add To Route-include this item on a new route or add it to your current location. Select an item from a referenced location. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual 19 To find an item near the item selected. 5. See page 16. • Find Near Here-return to the Find Menu to search for...
... pointer. • Add To Route-include this item on a new route or add it to your current location. Select an item from a referenced location. eTrex Legend H and eTrex Vista H Owner's Manual 19 To find an item near the item selected. 5. See page 16. • Find Near Here-return to the Find Menu to search for...