Astro 320 ® quick start manual GPS-enabled dog tracking system
Getting Started Warning See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. notice Do not attempt to track your dog using the Astro® and the DC™ 40 until you have completed these tasks. 1. Install batteries in the Astro (page 2). 2. Charge the DC 40 (page 2). 3. Register your device (page 3). 4. Turn on the devices (page 3). 5. Acquire satellites (page 4). 6. Calibrate the compass (page 5). 7.
Registering Your Device Help us better support you by completing our online registration today. • Go to http://my.garmin.com. • Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. ➋ ➊ 2. Slide the charging clip ➋ onto the DC 40. 3. Charge the DC 40 completely. The blue LED flashes when the DC 40 is charging. The blue LED is solid when the DC 40 is fully charged. Turning On the Devices 1. On the Astro, press and hold ➊. ➊ 2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
3. On the DC 40, press and hold ➋. The red LED ➌ flashes (single blink) when the DC 40 is on and searching for satellite signals. TIP: Turn on the DC 40, and let it acquire satellites before you put it on your dog. ➋ ➌ Acquiring Satellite Signals Before you can track your dog using the Astro and the DC 40, both devices must acquire GPS satellite signals. Acquiring satellite signals can take a few minutes. 1. Go outdoors to an open area, away from tall buildings and trees. 2. Press and quickly release .
Calibrating the Compass notice Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. Do not stand near objects that influence magnetic fields, such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines. The Astro has a 3-axis electronic compass. You should calibrate the compass after moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes, or changing the batteries. 1. From the main menu, press DOG > MENU. 2. Select Calibrate Compass > Start. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
An error message could appear if there is a conflict with the ID number of another dog. Dog Signal Troubleshooting Each dog you track has its own ID number. If two dogs within range of the Astro have the same ID, the Astro warns you of a conflicting ID signal. Follow the on-screen instructions to resolve the conflict. When possible, you should allow the Astro to automatically assign IDs. If necessary, you can manually assign a new ID number to a dog.
Device Overviews ➊ GPS antenna Astro ➋ VHF antenna Notice Avoid using a high-powered radio (greater than 5 watts) in close proximity to the Astro. It may cause irreversible damage to the Astro. ➌ ➍ ➎ ➏ ➐ ➑ ➊ ➒ ➋ ➍ ➌ Power key Display Keypad USB port (under weather cap) microSD™ card slot (under battery door) Mounting spine Battery cover D-ring Keypad ➏ ➐ ➑ ➎ ➒ Astro 320 Quick Start Manual DOG Press to view the Dog Tracker page. MARK Press to mark your current location.
BACK Press to cancel data entry or return to the previous menu or page. MAP Press to view the map. MENU Press to open the menu for the active page. Press twice to open the main menu. ENTER Press to select options and acknowledge messages. Rocker Press to view or scroll through options and to move the map pointer. IN Press to zoom in on the map. OUT Press to zoom out on the map. Locking the Keypad 1. Press and quickly release 2. Press OUT. 8 .
➊ VHF antenna ➋ Collar ➌ GPS antenna ➍ Power key Adjusting the Backlight Note: The backlight brightness may be limited when the remaining capacity in the batteries is low. Extensive use of screen backlighting can significantly reduce battery life. 1. Press and quickly release . 2. Use the Rocker to adjust the brightness levels. TIP: You can also press and quickly release to cycle through the brightness levels. 3. Press ENTER to select a brightness level and close the menu.
About Line-of-Sight Radio Communication The Astro and DC 40 use radio signals to communicate. Objects in the path of radio signals degrade the quality of the signals. Keeping an unobstructed line of sight between your Astro and your dog’s DC 40 produces the best communication signal. Obstructed radio waves result in a poor signal. To achieve the best line-ofsight conditions, move to the highest elevation point in your area (for example, on the top of a hill).
Free Software To get the most from your Garmin device, download BaseCamp™ software. Go to www.garmin.com /basecamp. You can view and organize your maps, waypoints, routes, and tracks and send them to your device. VHF Radio Specifications Troubleshooting Resetting the Device If the device stops responding, you can reset the device. 1. Remove the batteries. 2. Reinstall the batteries (page 2). note: This does not erase any of your data or settings. MURS (Multiuse Radio Service) frequency 151.82 MHz 151.
Optional Accessories Optional accessories, such as mounts, maps, fitness accessories, and replacement parts, are available at http://buy.garmin.com or from your Garmin dealer. Contacting Garmin Product Support • Go to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for in-country support information. • In the USA, call (913) 397.8200 or (800) 800.1020. • In the UK, call 0808 2380000. • In Europe, call +44 (0) 870.8501241. Garmin®, the Garmin logo, and Astro® are trademarks of Garmin Ltd.
