Garmin Colorado Series User manual

Quick Start Guide
Colorado™Series
all-terrain GPS navigator

Overview Startup
Using the Rock ‘n Roller™
• Rotate the Rock ‘n Roller
to move up and down
menu lists. You can
also move through
the lists by pressing
up, down, left, and
right.
• Press ENTER to
make all selections
on the Colorado.
• Press up, down, left, and right on the Rock ‘n Roller to
pan the map.
Using Soft Keys
The Left soft key and the Right soft key are used to
access specic options that appear on the soft key
labels.
When labeled, press the soft keys to show available
menus.
If a soft key is not labeled, it is not available for that
specic page.
Soft key label
Right soft key
Soft key label
Left soft key
•
•
•
WARNING: See the Important Safety and Product Information
sheet in the product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Left soft key
Rock ‘n Roller
Right soft key
Color
screen
Power key
(backlight)
USB mini-B jack
(under weather cap)
Battery cover
Mounting
spine
Latch
Power key
(backlight)
Weather cap
USB mini-B jack
(under weather cap)
External GPS
antenna connector
(under weather cap)
ENTER key
Rock ‘n Roller
Power key
(backlight)
Power key
(backlight)

Additional Functions
To install batteries:
1. Remove the battery cover
by lifting the latch and
sliding the cover off the
Colorado.
2. Insert the batteries,
observing the diagram
molded into the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover
by sliding it back onto the
Colorado and fastening the
latch.
To attach the carabiner clip:
1. Position the carabiner clip in the slots on the mounting
spine of the Colorado.
2. Slide the clip up until it locks in place.
3. To remove the carabiner clip, lift the bottom of the clip and
gently push down on the carabiner clip until it releases.
Basic Operation
First-time startup:
1. Press and hold the Power key until the Garmin logo
appears on the screen.
2. Starting the Colorado the rst time requires you to choose
your language, time zone, and Daylight Saving mode.
When the Language page appears, highlight the preferred
language and press ENTER.
3. Highlight the preferred time zone and press ENTER.
4. Highlight the preferred Daylight Saving mode and press
ENTER. The Colorado then shows the Map page.
5. Take your Colorado to an area with a clear view of the sky.
6. If the cursor on the Map page is blinking, wait for the
Colorado to collect satellite data and establish its current
location.
7. To turn off the Colorado, press and hold the Power
key.
NOTE: You must be outdoors with a clear view of the sky to
acquire satellites.
Battery compartment
Battery cover
Latch
Language Time Zone Daylight Saving
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Carabiner Mounted
on Colorado
Carabiner clip

Waypoints
To use the Shortcuts menu:
1. Select Shortcuts. The Shortcuts
menu appears.
2. Rotate the Rock ‘n Roller™ to the
preferred application and press
ENTER.
To mark a waypoint:
1. From the Map page, select
Shortcuts. Rotate the Rock ‘n
Roller and select Mark Waypoint.
The screen shows that the waypoint
was successfully saved. A three-digit
number is assigned to the new
waypoint (your current location).
2. Select Done to save the waypoint.
Select Edit to edit the waypoint
properties. Select Cancel to delete
the waypoint.
To go to a waypoint:
1. Select Shortcuts > Where To? >
Waypoints.
2. Highlight the preferred waypoint
and press ENTER. A green circle
containing the word Go appears.
3. Press ENTER to begin navigating to
the waypoint, or press Options to
project or edit the waypoint.
4. To stop navigation, select Shortcuts
> Stop Navigation.
System Status
To adjust the backlight level:
1. Press and quickly release the Power key. The System
Status page on the Colorado appears.
2. Rotate the Rock ‘n Roller clockwise or counter-clockwise
to increase or decrease the backlight.
3. Select Back to close the System Status page and return to
the previous page.
System Status Page
Backlight
adjustment
Battery level GPS signal
strength
Time, day, and date
NOTE: The System Status page is also a quick way to check
the time, day, date, battery level, and GPS signal strength.
Waypoint Page
Waypoint Saved
Mark Waypoint
on Shortcuts

Map Page
To access the Map page:
1. Select Shortcuts > Map.
2. Select Options to show the Data elds, change the Data
elds, or hide the soft key labels.
To zoom in and out on the Map page:
1. Rotate the Rock ‘n Roller clockwise to zoom in.
2. Rotate the Rock ‘n Roller counter-clockwise to zoom out.
Zoom Out View Zoom In View
Zoom scale
To pan across the map:
1 Press up, down, left, and right on the Rock ‘n Roller to
move the cursor on the map.
2. Select Done to stop panning.
Please visit www.garmin.com for additional
documentation and information.
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copy of this manual or of any revision hereto, provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual must contain the complete text
of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or any revision hereto is strictly
prohibited.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Gannin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make
changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements. Visit the Gannin Web site
(www.gannin.com) for current updates and supplemental infonnation concerning the use and operation of this and other Gannin products.
Gannin® is a trademark of Gannin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in the USA and other countries. Colorado™, myGannin™,
Rock 'n Roller™, Dynastream™, ANT
M,
and MapSource® are trademarks of Gannin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. These trademarks may not be
used without the express permission of Gannin.
The Geocaching 4-box logo is a registered trademark of Groundspeak Inc., in the United States and other countries. Used with pennission.
The Wherigo logo is a trademark of Groundspeak in the United States and other countries. Used with Permission. Use of geocaching.com
data is subject to the Geocaching.com Tenns of Use Agreement located at http://www.geocaching.com/about/termsofuse.aspx. The Wherigo
application is covered by patent 6,691,032 and US and foreign patents pending. R ( E
DYNAS IREAM, ..
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. . TEe H N a lOG Y
October 2007
Part Number 190-00751-00 Rev. A Printed in Taiwan
© 2007 Gannin Ltd. or its subsidiaries
Gannin International, Inc.
1200 East 151 st Street,
Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA
Tel. [phone] or [phone]
Fax [phone]
Gannin (Europe) Ltd.
Liberty House
Hounsdown Business Park,
Southampton, Hampshire, S040 9RB UK
Tel. [phone] (outside the UK)
08082380000 (within the UK)
Fax [phone]
Gannin Corporation
No. 68, Jangshu 2nd Road,
Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
All rights reserved. Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated,
downloaded or stored in any storage medium, for any purpose without the express prior written consent of Gannin. Gannin hereby grants
pennission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed and to print one
copy of this manual or of any revision hereto, provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual must contain the complete text
of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or any revision hereto is strictly
prohibited.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Gannin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make
changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements. Visit the Gannin Web site
(www.gannin.com) for current updates and supplemental infonnation concerning the use and operation of this and other Gannin products.
Gannin® is a trademark of Gannin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in the USA and other countries. Colorado™, myGannin™,
Rock 'n Roller™, Dynastream™, ANT
M,
and MapSource® are trademarks of Gannin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. These trademarks may not be
used without the express permission of Gannin.
The Geocaching 4-box logo is a registered trademark of Groundspeak Inc., in the United States and other countries. Used with pennission.
The Wherigo logo is a trademark of Groundspeak in the United States and other countries. Used with Permission. Use of geocaching.com
data is subject to the Geocaching.com Tenns of Use Agreement located at http://www.geocaching.com/about/termsofuse.aspx. The Wherigo
application is covered by patent 6,691,032 and US and foreign patents pending. R ( E
DYNAS IREAM, ..
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. . TEe H N a lOG Y
October 2007
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INTRODUCTION
This manual includes information for the following
products:
• Colorado 300
• Colorado 400i
• Colorado 400c
• Colorado 400t
Manual Conventions
When you are instructed to select something, highlight
the item using the Rock '0 RoUee
M,
and press the
ENTER key on the Rock '0 RoUer to complete the
selection.
The small arrows (» used in the text indicate that you
should select a series of items.
INTRODUCTION
F or example, if you see "select Shortcuts> Others
>
Calculator" press the Shortcuts soft key, and
using the Rock '0 RoUer, select Others, then select
Calculator.
Product Registration
Help us better support you by completing our online
registration today! Connect to our Web site at
http://my.gannin.com. Keep the original sales receipt,
or a photocopy, in a safe place.
Contact Garmin
Contact Garmin if you have any questions while using
your Colorado. In the USA contact Garmin Product
Support by phone: [phone] or [phone],
Monday-Friday, 8 AM- 5 PM Central Time; or go to
www.garmin.com/support.
In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at +44 (0)
870.8501241 (outside the UK) or 0808 2380000
(within the UK).
WARNING: See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings
and other important information.
Colorado TM Series Owner's Manual
INTRODUCTION
This manual includes information for the following
products:
• Colorado 300
• Colorado 400i
• Colorado 400c
• Colorado 400t
Manual Conventions
When you are instructed to select something, highlight
the item using the Rock '0 RoUee
M,
and press the
ENTER key on the Rock '0 RoUer to complete the
selection.
The small arrows (» used in the text indicate that you
should select a series of items.
INTRODUCTION
F or example, if you see "select Shortcuts> Others
>
Calculator" press the Shortcuts soft key, and
using the Rock '0 RoUer, select Others, then select
Calculator.
Product Registration
Help us better support you by completing our online
registration today! Connect to our Web site at
http://my.gannin.com. Keep the original sales receipt,
or a photocopy, in a safe place.
Contact Garmin
Contact Garmin if you have any questions while using
your Colorado. In the USA contact Garmin Product
Support by phone: [phone] or [phone],
Monday-Friday, 8 AM- 5 PM Central Time; or go to
www.garmin.com/support.
In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at +44 (0)
870.8501241 (outside the UK) or 0808 2380000
(within the UK).
WARNING: See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings
and other important information.
Colorado TM Series Owner's Manual

INTRODUCTION
Colorado Series Features
Features
300 400i 400c 400t
World Base
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Map
(DEM*)
(Satellite) (Satellite) (DEM*)
U.S. Inland
Lakes
Optional Yes Optional Optional
Mapping
U.S.
Bluechart Optional Optional Yes Optional
Mapping
U.S. TOPO
Optional Optional Optional Yes
Mapping
* Digital Elevation Model
Optional Accessories
For a list of available accessories and maps for use
with the Colorado, refer to the Gannin Web site:
www.gannm.COlTI.
NOTE: Additional, optional maps are available
for the Colorado.
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INTRODUCTION
Colorado Series Features
Features
300 400i 400c 400t
World Base
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Map
(DEM*)
(Satellite) (Satellite) (DEM*)
U.S. Inland
Lakes
Optional Yes Optional Optional
Mapping
U.S.
Bluechart Optional Optional Yes Optional
Mapping
U.S. TOPO
Optional Optional Optional Yes
Mapping
* Digital Elevation Model
Optional Accessories
For a list of available accessories and maps for use
with the Colorado, refer to the Gannin Web site:
www.gannm.COlTI.
NOTE: Additional, optional maps are available
for the Colorado.
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Trip Computer 15
Wh
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erlgo .
Tracks .
Applications 10
Map Page 10
Geocaching 11
Compass Page 13
Elevation Pial II 14
Table ofContents
Introduction .
Manual Conventions i
Product Registration i
Contact Garmin i
Colorado Series Features ii
Optional Accessories ii
Getting Started 1
Colorado Overview II •••••••••••••••••••••••••• II •••••••••••• 1
Installing
the Batteries 2
Turning the Colorado On and Off 2
Using the Rock 'n Rolier™ 3
Operating the Colorado 3
System Status I Backlight Adjustment. 4
Others .
Share Wirelessly ..
Image Viewer .
3D View .
Calendar .
Sun and Moon .
Hunt and Fish .
15
16
17
17
18
18
18
19
19
Scrolling 4
Entering Text 5
Basic Operation 6
Using Shortcuts 6
Profiles II ••••••••••• IIII II' •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 6
Creating and Using Waypoints 7
Navigating to a Destination 8
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Route Planner 20
Active Route 21
Waypoint Manager 21
Alarm Clock 1 •••••••••••• 22
Calculator 22
Stopwatch 23
Satellite Page 24
Profile Change 25
Area Calculation 25
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Trip Computer 15
Wh
.™
erlgo .
Tracks .
Applications 10
Map Page 10
Geocaching 11
Compass Page 13
Elevation Pial II 14
Table ofContents
Introduction .
Manual Conventions i
Product Registration i
Contact Garmin i
Colorado Series Features ii
Optional Accessories ii
Getting Started 1
Colorado Overview II •••••••••••••••••••••••••• II •••••••••••• 1
Installing
the Batteries 2
Turning the Colorado On and Off 2
Using the Rock 'n Rolier™ 3
Operating the Colorado 3
System Status I Backlight Adjustment. 4
Others .
Share Wirelessly ..
Image Viewer .
3D View .
Calendar .
Sun and Moon .
Hunt and Fish .
15
16
17
17
18
18
18
19
19
Scrolling 4
Entering Text 5
Basic Operation 6
Using Shortcuts 6
Profiles II ••••••••••• IIII II' •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 6
Creating and Using Waypoints 7
Navigating to a Destination 8
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Route Planner 20
Active Route 21
Waypoint Manager 21
Alarm Clock 1 •••••••••••• 22
Calculator 22
Stopwatch 23
Satellite Page 24
Profile Change 25
Area Calculation 25
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Customizing the Colorado 26
System Setup 26
Display Setup 27
Shortcuts 27
Profile Change 28
Map Setup 28
Tracks Setup II ••••••••••••••••••• 29
Routing Setup 30
Marine Setup Page 30
Setting Time 31
Units Setup 31
Position Format Setup 32
Heading Setup 32
Altimeter Setup 32
Calibration 33
Fitness Setup 33
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Specifications 34
Connecting Your Colorado to a Computer 35
Data Management. 37
Attaching the Carabiner 38
Software License Agreement 39
Declaration ofConformity (DoC) 39
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INTRODUCTION
Customizing the Colorado 26
System Setup 26
Display Setup 27
Shortcuts 27
Profile Change 28
Map Setup 28
Tracks Setup II ••••••••••••••••••• 29
Routing Setup 30
Marine Setup Page 30
Setting Time 31
Units Setup 31
Position Format Setup 32
Heading Setup 32
Altimeter Setup 32
Calibration 33
Fitness Setup 33
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Specifications 34
Connecting Your Colorado to a Computer 35
Data Management. 37
Attaching the Carabiner 38
Software License Agreement 39
Declaration ofConformity (DoC) 39
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GETTING STARTED
Colorado Overview
GETTING STARTED
Rock In Roller ™
I
o Power key
(backlight)
/ Right soft key
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USB mini-B jack
(under weather cap)
External GPS
antenna connector
(under weather cap)
Battery cover
Mounting spine
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GETTING STARTED
Colorado Overview
GETTING STARTED
Rock In Roller ™
I
o Power key
(backlight)
/ Right soft key
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USB mini-B jack
(under weather cap)
External GPS
antenna connector
(under weather cap)
Battery cover
Mounting spine
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GETTING STARTED
Battery compartment
Installing the Batteries
The Colorado operates on two AA batteries (not
included). You can use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium
batteries.
When you hllll the Colorado on for the first time, the
Colorado sequences through several setup screens:
language selection, time zone, and daylight saving time
mode. For complete infonnation on initial Colorado
setup, see the Colorado Series Quick Start Guide.
NOTE: To receive satellite signals, you must be
outdoors and have a clear view of the sky.
Turning the Colorado On and Off
To turn the Colorado on:
Press and hold the c) Power key until the
Garmin logo appears on the Colorado.
To turn the Colorado off:
Press and hold the c) Power key.
The first time you turn the Colorado on, the GPS
receiver must collect satellite data and establish its
current location.
o
Battery cover
To install the batteries:
1. Remove the battery
cover by lifting the
latch and sliding the
cover off the back of
the Colorado.
2. Insert the batteries,
observing the
diagram molded
into the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery
cover by sliding
it back onto the
Colorado and
fastening the latch.
oNOTE:
Remove batteries when you do not plan
to use the Colorado for several months. Stored
data is not lost when batteries are removed.
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GETTING STARTED
Battery compartment
Installing the Batteries
The Colorado operates on two AA batteries (not
included). You can use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium
batteries.
When you hllll the Colorado on for the first time, the
Colorado sequences through several setup screens:
language selection, time zone, and daylight saving time
mode. For complete infonnation on initial Colorado
setup, see the Colorado Series Quick Start Guide.
NOTE: To receive satellite signals, you must be
outdoors and have a clear view of the sky.
Turning the Colorado On and Off
To turn the Colorado on:
Press and hold the c) Power key until the
Garmin logo appears on the Colorado.
To turn the Colorado off:
Press and hold the c) Power key.
The first time you turn the Colorado on, the GPS
receiver must collect satellite data and establish its
current location.
o
Battery cover
To install the batteries:
1. Remove the battery
cover by lifting the
latch and sliding the
cover off the back of
the Colorado.
2. Insert the batteries,
observing the
diagram molded
into the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery
cover by sliding
it back onto the
Colorado and
fastening the latch.
oNOTE:
Remove batteries when you do not plan
to use the Colorado for several months. Stored
data is not lost when batteries are removed.
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Using the Rock 'n Rolier™
When searching for and selecting different functions on
the Colorado, use the Rock '0 Roller.
• The Rock '0 Roller rotates clockwise and
counter-clockwise, and can be used to move
through the lists on any of the Colorado screens
and to zoom in or out on the map.
ENTER key
• Highlight options and pan the map by pressing
up, down, left, or right.
• To select a highlighted itenl, press the ENTER
key in the center of the Rock 40 Roller.
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Operating the Colorado
Power key-press and hold the (jPower key to tum
the Colorado on or off. Press quickly and release to
access the System Status page.
Select-highlight an area on the screen with the
Rock 'n Roller and press ENTER to make a selection.
Soft keys-the Left soft key and the Right soft key are
used to access specific functions that appear on the soft
key labels.
Restore Defaults-factory settings that are saved in
the InenlOl)' of the Colorado. If you customize the
settings on the Colorado, you can reve11 to the factory
settings by choosing Restore Defaults.
Right soft key
Soft key label
3
Using the Rock 'n Rolier™
When searching for and selecting different functions on
the Colorado, use the Rock '0 Roller.
• The Rock '0 Roller rotates clockwise and
counter-clockwise, and can be used to move
through the lists on any of the Colorado screens
and to zoom in or out on the map.
ENTER key
• Highlight options and pan the map by pressing
up, down, left, or right.
• To select a highlighted itenl, press the ENTER
key in the center of the Rock 40 Roller.
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Operating the Colorado
Power key-press and hold the (jPower key to tum
the Colorado on or off. Press quickly and release to
access the System Status page.
Select-highlight an area on the screen with the
Rock 'n Roller and press ENTER to make a selection.
Soft keys-the Left soft key and the Right soft key are
used to access specific functions that appear on the soft
key labels.
Restore Defaults-factory settings that are saved in
the InenlOl)' of the Colorado. If you customize the
settings on the Colorado, you can reve11 to the factory
settings by choosing Restore Defaults.
Right soft key
Soft key label
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GETTING STARTED
System Status/Backlight
Adjustment
In addition to adjusting the backlight on the Colorado,
the System Status page is a quick way to check the
time, day, date, battery level, and GPS signal strength.
To adjust the backlight level:
1. Press and quickly release the 0 Power key.
2. Rotate the Rock 'n Roller clockwise or counter-
clockwise to increase or decrease the backlight.
3. Select Back to return to the previous page.
Battery level
~
Backlight __
=--
level
Time, day,
~anddate
~GPSsignal
strength
Scrolling
When moving through a list to select applications,
options, or locations, rotate the Rock '0 Roller to the
preferred item. Ifa list is longer than the page can
display, scroll indicators appear at the top and the
bottom of the page, indicating that more selections are
available.
Scroll
indicator
Scroll
indicator
Scroll Indicators
System Status Page
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System Status/Backlight
Adjustment
In addition to adjusting the backlight on the Colorado,
the System Status page is a quick way to check the
time, day, date, battery level, and GPS signal strength.
To adjust the backlight level:
1. Press and quickly release the 0 Power key.
2. Rotate the Rock 'n Roller clockwise or counter-
clockwise to increase or decrease the backlight.
3. Select Back to return to the previous page.
Battery level
~
Backlight __
=--
level
Time, day,
~anddate
~GPSsignal
strength
Scrolling
When moving through a list to select applications,
options, or locations, rotate the Rock '0 Roller to the
preferred item. Ifa list is longer than the page can
display, scroll indicators appear at the top and the
bottom of the page, indicating that more selections are
available.
Scroll
indicator
Scroll
indicator
Scroll Indicators
System Status Page
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Entering Text
When entering text, rotate the Rock '0 Roller to select
from a list of applicable characters. Selected characters
are displayed above the list.
To add or edit information:
1. On the Text Entry page, rotate the Rock 'n
Roller to the character. Press ENTER to select
the character. For spaces between words or
numbers, select _ (underscore).
2. Select Done when text entry is complete.
3. Select Cancel to end information entry without
saving and return to the previous page.
Text Entry Page
Selected
characters
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Entering Text
When entering text, rotate the Rock '0 Roller to select
from a list of applicable characters. Selected characters
are displayed above the list.
To add or edit information:
1. On the Text Entry page, rotate the Rock 'n
Roller to the character. Press ENTER to select
the character. For spaces between words or
numbers, select _ (underscore).
2. Select Done when text entry is complete.
3. Select Cancel to end information entry without
saving and return to the previous page.
Text Entry Page
Selected
characters
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BASIC OPERATION
BASIC OPERATION
Applications you typically use on the Colorado are
accessed from Shortcuts. Whether using the map
or compass, marking a waypoint, or setting up the
Colorado, Shortcuts is the starting point.
Using Shortcuts
To access the Shortcuts menu, press the Right soft
key any time it is labeled Shortcuts and rotate the
Rock '0 Roller to view the available applications. The
applications that are not in Shortcuts can be accessed
through Others.
NOTE: For complete information on Shortcuts,
see page 27.
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Shortcuts Menu
Profiles
Profiles are a collection of settings that allow you
to optimize your Colorado from one type of use to
another, such as moving from recreational use to
automotive. Because the Colorado can be used for a
variety of GPS functions, saving specific profiles for
different functionalities allows you to quickly move
from one type of activity to another. It also allows you
to easily share your Colorado with another user.
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Applications you typically use on the Colorado are
accessed from Shortcuts. Whether using the map
or compass, marking a waypoint, or setting up the
Colorado, Shortcuts is the starting point.
Using Shortcuts
To access the Shortcuts menu, press the Right soft
key any time it is labeled Shortcuts and rotate the
Rock '0 Roller to view the available applications. The
applications that are not in Shortcuts can be accessed
through Others.
NOTE: For complete information on Shortcuts,
see page 27.
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Shortcuts Menu
Profiles
Profiles are a collection of settings that allow you
to optimize your Colorado from one type of use to
another, such as moving from recreational use to
automotive. Because the Colorado can be used for a
variety of GPS functions, saving specific profiles for
different functionalities allows you to quickly move
from one type of activity to another. It also allows you
to easily share your Colorado with another user.
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Setting up Profiles
The Colorado comes preloaded with five default
profiles: Recreational, Geocaching, Automotive,
Marine, and Fitness. You can also create your own
profiles. See pages 25 and 28.
Creating and Using Waypoints
Waypoints are locations you record and store in the
Colorado that you might want to return to later or share
with other users. You can mark waypoints at any time
on the Colorado.
To mark a waypoint:
1. From Shortcuts, rotate the Rock 'n Roller and
select Mark Waypoint. The new page shows
that the waypoint was successfully saved. A
default, three-digit number is assigned to the
new waypoint (your current location).
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Mark Waypoint on Shortcuts
2. To edit the new waypoint, highlight Edit and
press ENTER. Highlight Done and press ENTER
to save the changes. Highlight Cancel to delete
the waypoint.
NOTE: Press and hold ENTER to quickly mark a
new waypoint.
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Setting up Profiles
The Colorado comes preloaded with five default
profiles: Recreational, Geocaching, Automotive,
Marine, and Fitness. You can also create your own
profiles. See pages 25 and 28.
Creating and Using Waypoints
Waypoints are locations you record and store in the
Colorado that you might want to return to later or share
with other users. You can mark waypoints at any time
on the Colorado.
To mark a waypoint:
1. From Shortcuts, rotate the Rock 'n Roller and
select Mark Waypoint. The new page shows
that the waypoint was successfully saved. A
default, three-digit number is assigned to the
new waypoint (your current location).
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Mark Waypoint on Shortcuts
2. To edit the new waypoint, highlight Edit and
press ENTER. Highlight Done and press ENTER
to save the changes. Highlight Cancel to delete
the waypoint.
NOTE: Press and hold ENTER to quickly mark a
new waypoint.
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Navigating to a Destination
You can navigate to a destination with the Colorado
either by using the Where To? menu or by choosing a
point on the map.
Navigating from the Where To? Menu
The Where To? menu provides several categories you
can use to search for and navigate to destinations.
Where To? on Shortcuts
To access the Where To? menu:
1. Select Shortcuts> Where To?
2. Select the preferred search category.
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3. Select a point. A green circle containing the word
Go appears at the bottom of the page.
4. Press ENTER to begin navigating to the selected
point.
The Where To? menu categories may include:
Recent Finds-shows a list of the items you have
searched for or gone to recently.
Waypoints-a list of waypoints stored on the Colorado
(see page 7).
Tracks-a list of tracks on your Colorado (see page
29).
Geocaches-a list of downloaded geocaches (requires
downloading from www.geocaching.com).
Routes-a list of routes stored on the Colorado (see
pages 20 and 30) .
AU POI (Points ofInterest)-if supported by the
preloaded or optional mapping, various Points of
Interest categories may be listed.
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Navigating to a Destination
You can navigate to a destination with the Colorado
either by using the Where To? menu or by choosing a
point on the map.
Navigating from the Where To? Menu
The Where To? menu provides several categories you
can use to search for and navigate to destinations.
Where To? on Shortcuts
To access the Where To? menu:
1. Select Shortcuts> Where To?
2. Select the preferred search category.
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3. Select a point. A green circle containing the word
Go appears at the bottom of the page.
4. Press ENTER to begin navigating to the selected
point.
The Where To? menu categories may include:
Recent Finds-shows a list of the items you have
searched for or gone to recently.
Waypoints-a list of waypoints stored on the Colorado
(see page 7).
Tracks-a list of tracks on your Colorado (see page
29).
Geocaches-a list of downloaded geocaches (requires
downloading from www.geocaching.com).
Routes-a list of routes stored on the Colorado (see
pages 20 and 30) .
AU POI (Points ofInterest)-if supported by the
preloaded or optional mapping, various Points of
Interest categories may be listed.
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Stop Navigation
When navigating to a waypoint or to other destinations,
the Stop Navigation icon appears in the Shortcuts
menu. Select Stop Navigation at any time to stop
navigation. This option is only available when you are
navigating.
Where To? Search Options
By default, Where To? searches near your current
location, but you can configure it to search near another
location.
To do a Search Near:
1. Select Shortcuts> Where To?
2. Select Options> Search Near.
3. Highlight and select the type of search.
4. Navigate to the selected location.
Navigating from the Map Page
You can use the pre loaded or optional mapping on the
Colorado to navigate directly to a destination.
To navigate to apoint on the map:
1. On the Map page, use the Rock 'n Roller to
move the pointer to a preferred location and
press ENTER. A green circle containing the word
Go appears at the bottom of the page.
2. To start navigating to the point, press ENTER.
Begin Navigating Page
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Stop Navigation
on Shortcuts
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Stop Navigation
When navigating to a waypoint or to other destinations,
the Stop Navigation icon appears in the Shortcuts
menu. Select Stop Navigation at any time to stop
navigation. This option is only available when you are
navigating.
Where To? Search Options
By default, Where To? searches near your current
location, but you can configure it to search near another
location.
To do a Search Near:
1. Select Shortcuts> Where To?
2. Select Options> Search Near.
3. Highlight and select the type of search.
4. Navigate to the selected location.
Navigating from the Map Page
You can use the pre loaded or optional mapping on the
Colorado to navigate directly to a destination.
To navigate to apoint on the map:
1. On the Map page, use the Rock 'n Roller to
move the pointer to a preferred location and
press ENTER. A green circle containing the word
Go appears at the bottom of the page.
2. To start navigating to the point, press ENTER.
Begin Navigating Page
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Stop Navigation
on Shortcuts
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