Foretrex 201 ™ ® personal navigator owner’s manual
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Thank you for choosing the Garmin Foretrex 201. To get the most from your new Foretrex 201, read through the Quick Start Guide first, then this Owner’s Manual to understand all of the operating features. The Quick Start Guide describes the process of navigating the Main Pages and the Option Menus, along with some basic unit operations to familiarize you with your new Foretrex 201 right out of the box. Read the Quick Start Guide first.
Introduction Compliance, License, and Warranty Information ii FCC Compliance The Foretrex 201 complies with Part 15 of the FCC regulations and with Canadian RSS-210 and ICES-003 for Class B digital devices. Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Software License Agreement BY USING THE Foretrex 201, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in binary executable form in the normal operation of the product. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in and to the Software remain in Garmin.
Introduction Compliance, License, and Warranty Information iv Limited Warranty This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will at its sole option repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost.
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Introduction Safety Information Warnings and Precautions WARNING: If you choose to use the Foretrex 201 in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the Foretrex 201 to secure the GPS unit so that it will not cause damage or personal injury in the event of an accident. Do not mount the Foretrex 201 over airbag panels or in a place where the driver or passengers are likely to have an impact with it in an accident or collision.
CAUTION: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the government of the United States, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Although the Foretrex 201 is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. Introduction Safety Information WARNING: This unit contains a Lithium-ion rechargeable battery.
Introduction Care Information Cleaning the Unit and Wrist Strap The Foretrex 201 is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Clean the unit using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution and then wipe dry. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic components. The wrist strap should be hand washed with mild detergent in warm or hot water. Blot dry then air dry. Do not machine wash.
Introduction..........................i-x About This Manual ..................................i Compliance, License, and Warranty Information ................ii FCC Compliance ............................... ii Software License Agreement ............. iii Product Registration ......................... iii Limited Warranty ............................. iv Safety Information ................................ vi Warnings and Precautions ................ vi Care Information .................................
Introduction Table of Contents x Projecting a Waypoint ..................... 26 Hunting and Fishing Information .... 27 Sun and Moon Information ............. 28 Tracks Menu Page ........................... 29 Tracks Menu Page .................................29 Using the Track Log ........................ 30 Pan Options .................................... 30 Using the Setup Track Page ............. 31 Using Saved Tracks.......................... 31 Track Page Options .........................
Foretrex 201 Overview Your small, rugged, and waterproof Foretrex 201 unit is perfect for easily maneuvering from one waypoint to the next. With handy and convenient wrist-strap design, the powerful Foretrex 201 allows you to store up to 500 waypoints and 20 routes in the unit’s memory. The unit also provides PC and external power connectivity, and built-in WAAS capability. In addition, the Foretrex 201 boasts a customizeable trip computer, 10,000 trackpoints, as well as PanTrack ™ and TracBack®.
Overview foretrex 201 Using the Buttons goto page enter mark Getting Started POWER GOTO PAGE ENTER/ MARK DOWN UP The POWER button: • Press and hold to turn unit on and off • Press and release to turn display backlight on and off • Press and hold PAGE, then simultaneously press POWER to reset the unit The GOTO button: • Press to initiate a GOTO (navigate to a specific destination/waypoint) The PAGE button: • Press to switch between the main Pages • Press to back out or escape out of the present pag
Using the Wrist Strap The Foretrex 201 has been designed to comfortably fit your wrist. For best performance, wear the Foretrex 201 like a watch, with the top face of the unit oriented towards the sky. A strap extension provides additional length and easily attaches to the existing strap. Overview Getting Started To fasten the Foretrex 201 to your wrist: 1. With the strap open, place the Foretrex 201 on your wrist. 2. Slide the end of the strap through the connector. 3.
Overview To remove the wrist strap from the Foretrex 201: 1. Place your Foretrex 201 on a cloth or soft surface to avoid scratching the case. Getting Started 2. While holding the Foretrex 201 steady with one hand, use a jeweler’s band pin removing tool or a very soft flat head screwdriver. Catch the spring bar’s loaded stem and pull it back enough for the band to clear the case’s edge. To replace the wrist strap on the Foretrex 201: 1.
Charging the Battery The Foretrex 201 operates on a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. This battery lasts as long as 15 hours when fully charged. To charge the battery: Overview Getting Started 1. Wipe the contacts dry, if needed. 2. Snap the Cradle to the unit with the 4-contact end in first (shown in the top image to the right). 3. Connect the AC Charging Cable in to the connector labeled “5.0V DC” (shown in the lower image to the right) on the Charging Cradle. 4.
Overview Getting Started Turning on the Foretrex 201 After the Foretrex 201 is completely charged, it is ready for use. Allow the Foretrex 201 time to track satellites and determine your position the first time you use it. Upon startup, the GPS signal bar appears. As the Foretrex 201 locates more satellites and the signal strength increases, the bar moves to the right. Estimated GPS accuracy displays underneath the GPS signal bar. Turn to page 5 to learn how to recharge the Foretrex 201.
Using the Main Pages All of the information needed to operate the Foretrex 201 is found on six main ‘pages’ (or display screens). These pages are the Satellite, Map, Navigation, Trip Computer, Timer (if enabled), and Main Menu. Overview Getting Started Switching Between the Main Pages Simply press the PAGE button to switch between pages as shown below.
Main Pages Satellite Page Using the Satellite Page The Satellite Page shows the Foretrex 201 gathering all the necessary satellite information in order to work. The Satellite Page shows you the satellites being acquired (in animation), satellite signal strength, and the Foretrex 201 unit’s estimated location accuracy. When the message on the Satellite Page no longer reads “Acquiring...
Adjusting the Backlighting and Contrast If the lighting conditions make it hard for you to see the screen, adjust the contrast or turn on the backlight. You may also make these adjustments through the Main Menu Page. See the “Setup Menu: Set Display” section on page 46 for more information. Main Pages Satellite Page To use the backlight: 1. Press and release the POWER button from any screen to turn on the backlight. 2. The backlight is timed to stay on for 30 seconds.
Main Pages Map Page Map Page Map Page Options 10 Using the Map Page The Map Page shows where you are (the animated figure) and provides a picture of where you are going. As you travel (the animated figure ‘walks’) and leaves a ‘trail’ (track log). Waypoint names and symbols are also shown on the map. To help you better visualize the ‘real world’, Foretrex 201 automatically rotates the map as you move, so that waypoints that are ahead of you are always displayed above the animated figure.
Map Setup: Press ENTER when this is highlighted to adjust the map settings including: Orient Map (Ahead or Northward): When ‘AHEAD’ is selected, the top of the map is oriented in the direction you are currently moving. When ‘NORTHWARD’ is selected, the map is always oriented to the North. Auto Zoom (On or Off): When ‘AUTO ZOOM’ is turned on, the map automatically adjusts its scale to display your entire navigating route until you manually change the zoom level.
Main Pages To clear the track log from the Map Page: 1. Press the ENTER button while on the Map Page to display the Map Page Options. Map Page 2. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘CLEAR TRACK LOG’ and press the ENTER button. 3. At the message “DO YOU REALLY WANT TO CLEAR THE TRACK LOG?”, use the DOWN button to highlight ‘YES’ and press the ENTER button to clear the track log and return to the Map Page. To measure distance: Clearing the Track Log 1.
Using the Navigation Page The Navigation Page helps guide you to a destination. When you are moving with no particular destination in mind, the Navigation Page shows you your moving direction and speed. When you are moving towards a specific destination (navigating a course), the Navigation Page displays the name of the location, two data fields (that display distance to final destination and speed by default), and a direction arrow in the compass ring. To navigate, simply follow the arrow.
Main Pages Trip Computer Trip Computer: Four small data fields Trip Computer Options 14 Using the Trip Computer The Trip Computer stores information for your trip from the time it is reset until it is reset again. The Trip Computer displays information about your trip, such as your maximum speed and trip odometer. You may change the trip computer data fields to suit your needs. The trip computer displays information (trip data) in three full screens: the first screen displays four small data fields.
Displaying the Timer Page By default, the Timer Page is not displayed. You must access the Main Menu and enable the Timer Page before you can display and use it. To enable the Timer Page: Main Pages Timer Page 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed. 2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press ENTER. 3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SET TIMER’ and press ENTER. 4. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the field below ‘SHOW TIMER PAGE’ and press ENTER.
Main Pages To set the Timer: 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed. Timer Page 2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press ENTER. 3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SET TIMER’ and press ENTER. 4. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the field below ‘COUNT DOWN FROM’ and press ENTER. 5. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the desired time (10, 6, 5, or 4 minutes) and press ENTER. You can also enter a ‘CUSTOM’ time as described below.
Using the Timer Page After the Timer Page is enabled and a count down time is entered, you can use the timer for a variety of applications, such as running and sailboat racing. The synchronization and quick reset capabilities make the Foretrex an extremely handy timer. Main Pages Timer Page To stop and start the timer: 1. Press the PAGE button until the Timer Page is displayed. 2. To start the timer, press the ENTER button when ‘START’ is displayed along the bottom of the page. 3.
Main Pages Main Menu Page Main Menu Page Basics The Main Menu Page gives you access to the Foretrex 201 unit’s waypoints, tracks, routes, and setup screens. When the Main Menu Page is displayed, use the UP or DOWN buttons to highlight the desired sub-page (Waypoints, Tracks, Routes, or Setup), and press ENTER to open that page. The Main Menu Page also displays the current date and time along the top of the screen. To access a Menu Page: Main Menu Page 1.
Waypoints Menu Page The Waypoints Menu Page provides access to your waypoints and allows you to delete and create waypoints. To open the Waypoints Menu Page: Main Pages Waypoints Menu Page 1. From the Main Menu Page, use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘WAYPOINTS’. 2. Press the ENTER button to access the Waypoints Menu Page. To create a waypoint: 1. From the Main Menu Page press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘WAYPOINTS’, then press the ENTER button. Waypoints Menu 2.
Main Pages Waypoints Menu Page To view the nearest waypoints page: 1. From the Main Menu Page press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘WAYPOINTS’, then press the ENTER button. 2. Select ‘NEAREST’ and press the ENTER button to see a listing of the nine closest waypoints by name and distance from your location. Nearest Waypoints Page 3. Press the UP or DOWN button to select the waypoint and press the ENTER button to display the Review Waypoint Page. To delete all waypoints: 1.
Marking a Waypoint The Mark Waypoint Page, shown to the left, allows you to define a location as a waypoint and then change the waypoint symbol, name, elevation, and location (latitude and longitude). Entering a known location, then saving it as a Waypoint, works well for geocaching. Main Pages Waypoints Menu Page To mark a waypoint: You may mark a waypoint one of two ways: • Press and hold the ENTER/MARK button. The Mark Waypoint Page displays. • Press PAGE to view the Main Menu.
Main Pages Waypoints Menu Page To change the symbol: 1. From the Main Menu Page press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘MARK’. Press the ENTER button to display the Mark Waypoint Page. 2. Press the UP or DOWN button and highlight the symbol in the flag. 3. Press the ENTER button to display the list of waypoint symbols. 4. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the desired symbol. The symbol list automatically scrolls as you use the arrow buttons to display all the symbols available. 5.
To change the elevation: 1. From the Main Menu Page press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘MARK’. Press the ENTER button to display the Mark Waypoint Page. 2. Press the UP or DOWN button and highlight the ‘ELEV’ field and press the ENTER button to display the ENTER CORRECT ELEVATION Page. Main Pages Waypoints Menu Page 3. Use the UP or DOWN button to highlight the desired digit and press the ENTER button to display a selection window.
Main Pages Waypoints Menu Page Review Waypoint Page The Review Waypoint Page allows you to change the waypoint symbol, name, elevation and location (just as on the Mark Waypoint Page). You can also delete the waypoint, display the waypoint on the Map Page, start a GOTO, and display the Review Waypoint Page Options. To delete a waypoint: 1. On the Review Waypoint Page, press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘DELETE’. 2. Press the ENTER button.
Main Pages To start a GOTO from the Review Waypoint Page: 1. On the Review Waypoint Page, press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘GOTO’. 2. Press the ENTER button to activate the ‘GOTO’ with the selected waypoint as the destination. Waypoints Menu Page To start a GOTO using the GOTO Button: 1. Press the GOTO button. 2. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight the alphabetical tab containing the desired waypoint, then press the ENTER button. 4.
Main Pages Waypoints Menu Page Projecting a Waypoint Using the Project waypoint feature, the Foretrex 201 can create a waypoint at a specified distance and bearing using an existing waypoint as a reference. You can also change the waypoint name, symbol and elevation on this page. To project a waypoint: 1. Select a waypoint from the list on the Waypoints List Page and press the ENTER button to display the Review Waypoint Page. 2. Use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘OPTIONS’ and press ENTER.
Hunting and Fishing Information This feature provides you with a listing of best times for hunting and fishing for the chosen waypoint and date. To display the hunting and fishing information: Main Pages Waypoints Menu Page 1. Press the Page button to access the Main Menu. Press the Enter button when ‘Waypoints’ is highlighted to open the Waypoints Menu Page. 2. Highlight ‘List All’ and press Enter to display the Waypoint List Page. 2.
Main Pages Waypoints Menu Page Sun and Moon Information This feature provides you with a list of sun rise/set and moon rise/set times for the selected waypoint for the current date. A graphic display of the moon phase is also displayed. You may view Sun and Moon information for any date. To display the sun and moon information: 1. Press the PAGE button to access the Main Menu. Press the ENTER button when ‘WAYPOINTS’ is highlighted to open the Waypoints Menu Page. 2.
Tracks Menu Page The Foretrex 201 draws an electronic breadcrumb trail or ‘track log’ on the Map Page as you travel. The Track Log contains information about points along its path, including time, and position. The Foretrex 201 uses this information to allow you to navigate using the saved track. The track log starts recording as soon as the Foretrex 201 gets a location fix.
Main Pages Tracks Menu Page Using the Track Log To use the track log, select the ‘PAN TRACK LOG’ option to show a pointer that moves along the track log when you press the UP or DOWN button. To Pan the track log: 1. Press the PAGE button to access the Main Menu. 2. Use the UP and DOWN arrows to highlight ‘TRACKS’ and press ENTER to open the Tracks Menu Page. 3. Use the UP and DOWN arrows to highlight ‘PAN & TRACBACK’ and press ENTER. Tracks Menu Page Panning the Track Log 30 4.
Using the Setup Track Page Recording: Turn the track log recording ‘ON’ and ‘OFF’. Record Interval: You can set the track recording interval to change based on ‘DISTANCE’, ‘TIME’, or ‘AUTO’. If ‘DISTANCE’ or ‘TIME’ is selected, enter a value (a specific distance or time) in the next field. If ‘AUTO’ is selected, enter a value in the ‘RESOLUTION’ field. When ‘HIGHEST’ is selected, the unit will create many points to make the track.
Main Pages Tracks Menu Page To save a track: 1. Press the PAGE button to access the Main Menu. Press the ENTER button when ‘TRACKS’ is highlighted to open the Tracks Menu Page. 2. Highlight ‘SAVE TRACK’ and press ENTER to display the track log. 3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons pan the track log and select a beginning point for the track you would like to save and press ENTER. Select an end point and press ENTER. 4. Press ENTER to save the track and edit the track name. 5.
Track Page Options From the Saved Tracks List, highlight a track and press ENTER to display the options for that track. Navigate: Press ENTER to navigate this track. Select to begin navigation from the beginning point or the end point. Navigate Tracks Page Main Pages Tracks Menu Page Tracks Menu Page Show Map: Press ENTER to display the track on the Map Page. Rename: Press ENTER to display the Edit Track Name Page and rename the track.
Main Pages Routes Menu Page Routes Menu Page Route navigation allows you to create a sequence of intermediate waypoints that lead you to your final destination. The Foretrex 201 stores 20 routes, each with up to 125 waypoints. The Routes Menu Page provides access to your routes and allows you to delete and create routes. To open the Routes Menu Page: 1. From the Main Menu Page, use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘ROUTES’. 2. Press the ENTER button to access the Routes Menu Page.
Using the Route Page Each route saved in your Foretrex 201 is displayed in the Routes List. You can then access each route displayed in its own individual Route Page. From the Route Page you can edit the route, delete the route, and follow the route. Main Pages Routes Menu Page To select a route from the List All page: 1. From the Main Menu Page press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘ROUTE’, then press the ENTER button. 2. Select ‘LIST ALL’ to see an alphabetical listing of all Routes. 3.
Main Pages Routes Menu Page Deleting All Routes You can quickly delete all routes from the Route Menu Page. This is especially helpful after a vacation where the stored routes no longer apply to your location. You can also delete points within the route. See page 39 to learn how to delete points within a route. To delete all routes: 1. From the Main Menu Page press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘ROUTES’, then press the ENTER button. 2. Select ‘DELETE ALL’ and press the ENTER button.
Route Setup You may alter the way your Foretrex follows routes. To access Route Setup: 1. From the Main Menu Page, use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘ROUTES’. Main Pages Routes Menu Page 2. Press the ENTER button to access the Routes Menu Page. 3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘Setup Routes’ and press ENTER. Route Setup Options Route Leg Transition: Select a method to start guiding you to the next leg of the route.
Main Pages Routes Menu Page Editing a Route You can edit many elements of a route, such as the route name and the route order. You can add waypoints at any point along the route. You can also remove waypoints from the route. To edit a route, highlight the desired route from the Route List and press ENTER to display the Route Page. To edit the route name: 1. With the Route Page open, highlight the route name and press ENTER. Route Page 2.
To insert a waypoint in the route: 1. With the Route Page displaying, use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the waypoint you would like to enter the new waypoint before. Press the ENTER button. 2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘INSERT’ then press ENTER. Main Pages Routes Menu Page 3. Use the UP, DOWN, and ENTER buttons to select the desired waypoint in the Add Point to Route Page. 4. The selected waypoint then appears in the route. To remove a waypoint from the route: 1.
Features Routes Menu Page Navigating a Route A Route can be navigated using the Map Page or the Navigation Page. The Map Page displays your movement, the route line, and waypoints on the route. The Navigation Page shows the direction you need to travel using the pointer in the compass. To follow the route: 1. With the desired Route displayed, use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘FOLLOW’. 2. On the pop-up list, highlight the waypoint you would like to travel to and press ENTER.
Using the Setup Menu The Setup Menu allows you to setup several aspects of the Foretrex 201, such as the timer, display, interface, and system. You must access the Setup Menu and then select one of the options in the Setup Menu to access the individual Setup Pages. The Setup Menu contains the following pages: Set Timer, Set Time, Set Display, Set Units, Set Heading, Set Interface, and Set System. Features Setup Menu: Set Timer To access a Setup Page: 1.
Features Setup Menu: Set Timer Setting the Timer You can set the timer to count down from a particular time. For example, if you are in a race that has a two-minute warning before the start, program your Foretrex to count down from two minutes. You can also set the action the timer takes when it expires. To set the Timer: 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed. 2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press ENTER. 3.
To set the expired action: Features 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed. 2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press ENTER. 3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SET TIMER’ and press ENTER. Setup Menu: Set Timer 4. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the field below ‘STOP’ and press ENTER. 5. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘STOP’ and press ENTER to have the timer stop after it reaches 0:00.
Main Pages Setup Menu: Set Time Set Time Page The Time Page allows you to select a 12-hour or 24-hour time format, enter the proper time zone, and choose Daylight Savings Time. When you select 12-hour time formatting, the clock will read like a standard clock with 12-hour AM and 12-hour PM cycles. The 24hour option sets the Foretrex 201 to display a 24-hour cycle (Military Time). To change the time format: 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed.
Daylight Savings Time Daylight savings time can be set to ‘AUTOMATIC’ (using the built-in almanac to automatically change the clock settings when daylight savings goes into or out of effect). You can choose ‘YES’ to manually add daylight savings or ‘NO’ to remain on standard time. Main Pages Setup Menu: Set Time To change the daylight saving field: 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press ENTER. 2.
Main Pages Setup Menu: Set Display Set Display Page Light Timeout The ‘LIGHT TIMEOUT’ option allows you to set the display backlight timeout (stays on, 15 or 30 seconds, and 1 or 2 minutes) and to adjust the display contrast. To change the light timeout: 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press ENTER. 2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SET DISPLAY’ and press ENTER. Setup Menu 3.
Set Units Page Using the Foretrex 201 with a paper map increases the navigation power of each. To use a map in conjunction with the Foretrex 201, you must select the position format, map datum, map units, and north reference (set in the Set Heading Page) to match the map. The Foretrex 201 supports both the UTM/UPS and latitude/longitude grids, which define position location for the entire globe.
Main Pages Setup Menu: Set Units Map Datums A map datum is a reference model of the earth’s shape. Every map uses a map datum which is usually listed in the title block of the map. The default datum in the Foretrex 201 is WGS 84 (World Geodetic Survey, 1984). You should only change the datum if you are using maps or charts that specify a different datum. Choose the ‘USER’ datum if using a map with custom-designed grids.
Distance/Speed, Elevation, and Vertical Speed The Foretrex 201 allows you to customize speed and distance readouts. To change the Distance/Speed, Elevation, or Vertical Speed: 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press ENTER. Main Pages Setup Menu: Set Units 2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SET UNITS’ and press ENTER. 3.
Main Pages Setup Menu: Set Heading Setup Menu Set Heading Page Selecting the angle setting 50 Set Heading Page You can set the angle units and the North Reference in the Set Heading Page. Angle: Select the unit of measurement for angles to display in. Highlight ‘DEGREES’ and press ENTER to display angle units as degrees (360°). Highlight ‘MILS’ and press ENTER to display angle units in mils, a unit of angle measurement used in military settings, in which 17.78 mils equal one degree.
Set Interface Page Choose from different input/output serial data formats (‘I/O FORMAT’) for connecting external NMEA devices, a DGPS beacon receiver, a personal computer, etc. Effective use of this feature requires a working knowledge of these formats: GARMIN: The proprietary format used to exchange waypoint, track, and map data with a PC. GARMIN DGPS: Allows DGPS input using a GARMIN beacon receiver and a standard RTCM SC-104 and DGPS tuning. NMEA Out: Supports the output of standard NMEA 0183 version 3.
Main Pages Setup Menu: Set System Setup Menu Set System Page Selecting the I/O Format 52 Set System Page The System Page allows you to select the GPS Mode, Beeper, and Language. You can also enter and view Owner Information and reset the unit to the defaults. GPS Mode: Enable (‘NORMAL’) and disable (‘OFF’) the GPS Receiver. You can also enable WAAS, Battery Save, or Demo modes. See the following page.
GPS Mode Select from the following modes: Normal: The GPS receiver is always ‘ON’ when it’s in ‘NORMAL’ mode. The normal mode is more responsive to sudden turns or change of speed/acceleration. WAAS: The Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) capability produces a more accurate position fix. When enabled, the unit searches for a WAAS satellite near your location and then receives data for correcting differentials in the GPS satellite signals and the WAAS satellite numbers (beginning at No.
Appendix Physical Case: Specifications Size: Weight: Temperature Range: Performance Fully-gasketed, high-impact plastic alloy, waterproof to IEC 60529 IPX7 standards (waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes) 1.71” H x 3.26” W x .69” D Approx. 2.75 ounces (78g) -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C) (operating) Receiver: Differential-ready, 12 parallel channel Acquisition time: Approx. 15 seconds (warm start) Approx. 45 seconds (cold start) Approx.
By pressing the UP or DOWN button, you can change the Data fields on the right side of the Navigation Page: Bearing—The direction from your current location to a destination. Course—The direction from your starting location to a destination. Elevation—The altitude (height) above or below sea level. Appendix Data Field Options Final Dest (Destination)—The last waypoint on your route. Final Dist (Distance)—The remaining distance to your final destination.
Appendix Data Field Options 56 Next ETA—The estimated time of day you will reach the next waypoint on the route. Next ETE—The estimated time elapsed until you reach the next waypoint on the route. Odometer—A running tally of distance travelled, based upon the distance between secondby-second position readings. Off Course—The distance left or right you are from the original course (path of travel). Over’l Speed—Your average speed. Speed—Display rate of travel in miles/kilometers/nautical miles per hour.
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Index L Lat/Lon 55 Latitude 21, 23, 47, 55 Light Timeout 46 Lithium-ion battery 5 Location 23, 55 Longitude 21, 23, 47, 55 M Main Menu Page 18 Routes. See Route Setup Menu. See Setup Menu Tracks. See Tracks Waypoints.
Index Show Timer 15, 41 Specifications 54 Speed 56 Start the TImer 17 Stop Navigation 11, 13 Stop the Timer 17 Stop Time 56 Storage viii Strap 3 Strap Extension 3 Sunrise 28, 56 Sunset 28, 56 Sun and Moon Information 28 Synchronize Timer 17 System 52 T Temperature 5, 54 Text Out 51 Time 56 Timer 15, 17, 41 Quick Reset 17 Synchronization 17 Tones 43 Timer Page 15, 16, 17 Times Hunting and Fishing 27 Sunrise and Sunset 28 Time Format 44 Time Page 44 Time Zone 44 Tones 43 Total Time 56 To Course 56 TracBack 1
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