Garmin eTrex HC series User manual

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GAR MIN Quick Start Guide
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GPS antenna
Color LCD display
QUIT/
PAGE key
POWER!
Backlight
key
IN/OUT (Zoom)
keys
MENU/FIND
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(eTrex Vista Hex shown)
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GAR MIN Quick Start Guide
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GPS antenna
Color LCD display
QUIT/
PAGE key
POWER!
Backlight
key
IN/OUT (Zoom)
keys
MENU/FIND
key
(eTrex Vista Hex shown)

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Using the Keypad
PO RlBacklight ke -pre and hold to turn
th unit on or off. Pre and relea to adju t the
backlighting view the date or time and iew
the battery capacity.
lOUT Zoom ke s-from the Map page pres to
zoom in or out. From any other page pre to croll up
or down a list.
E UIFI Dkey-pre sand relea e to iewoption
for a page. Pre twice to view the Main Menu. Pre
and hold to di play the Find enu.
Q TIP GE key-pre s to cycle through the main
page . Pre and relea e to cancel data entry or exit a
page. Pre and hold to turn the electronic compa s on
or off (Vi ta HCx and Summit HC only).
E TERJROCKER ke -pre and relea e to
enter elected option and data or confmn on- creen
me ages. Pre and hold to mark your current location
a a waypoint. Mo e up down right or left to mo e
through Ii t· elect fi Id on- creen button or icons'
enter data· or to rno e the map panning arrow.
Press down to ENTER. Move to the side or up or down to
scroll, move the cursor, or increase or decrease values.
WA G: See the Important Safety and Product Information
sheet in the product box for product warnings and other important
information.
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Using the Keypad
PO RlBacklight ke -pre and hold to turn
th unit on or off. Pre and relea to adju t the
backlighting view the date or time and iew
the battery capacity.
lOUT Zoom ke s-from the Map page pres to
zoom in or out. From any other page pre to croll up
or down a list.
E UIFI Dkey-pre sand relea e to iewoption
for a page. Pre twice to view the Main Menu. Pre
and hold to di play the Find enu.
Q TIP GE key-pre s to cycle through the main
page . Pre and relea e to cancel data entry or exit a
page. Pre and hold to turn the electronic compa s on
or off (Vi ta HCx and Summit HC only).
E TERJROCKER ke -pre and relea e to
enter elected option and data or confmn on- creen
me ages. Pre and hold to mark your current location
a a waypoint. Mo e up down right or left to mo e
through Ii t· elect fi Id on- creen button or icons'
enter data· or to rno e the map panning arrow.
Press down to ENTER. Move to the side or up or down to
scroll, move the cursor, or increase or decrease values.
WA G: See the Important Safety and Product Information
sheet in the product box for product warnings and other important
information.

Main Pages
Th Vi ta HCx or urnmit H ha four recurring main page and one
that how only with each tart-up. The Legend HC or Venture HC ha
three main page . Pre and relea eQT to cycle through th page .
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Satellite Page Map Page
atellite Page-appear only at tart-up and how the GPS receiver
tatu atellit location atellite ignal trength and the recei er
current location.
ap Page- how a detailed map of the area around your current
location.
SPeed Dist To Next
40.0h 516t
ETA At Dest
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Compass Page
Totl Ascent Max EIeY
8t 1376t
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Altimeter Page
(Vista HCx/Summit HC only)
CaIcuIotor StOllWGtch
Main Menu
Compass Page-guide you to your de tination.
Altimeter Page-tracks elevation and pressure. (Vi ta HCx and
Summit HC only.)
Main Menu-eontain advanced features and setting.
Main Pages
Th Vi ta HCx or urnmit H ha four recurring main page and one
that how only with each tart-up. The Legend HC or Venture HC ha
three main page . Pre and relea eQT to cycle through th page .
Locatloo N 38"51.395'
t1~ WD94°47.9S1'
Satellite Page Map Page
atellite Page-appear only at tart-up and how the GPS receiver
tatu atellit location atellite ignal trength and the recei er
current location.
ap Page- how a detailed map of the area around your current
location.
SPeed Dist To Next
40.0h 516t
ETA At Dest
9·0~
Compass Page
Totl Ascent Max EIeY
8t 1376t
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Altimeter Page
(Vista HCx/Summit HC only)
CaIcuIotor StOllWGtch
Main Menu
Compass Page-guide you to your de tination.
Altimeter Page-tracks elevation and pressure. (Vi ta HCx and
Summit HC only.)
Main Menu-eontain advanced features and setting.

Getting Started
Battery compartment
Locking pin
slot
microSD
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or
T ransFlash TM
card slot
(Vista HCx and
Legend HCx only)
To install the batteries:
1. Remove the battery
cover from the back
of the unit. Turn
the O-Ring 1/4 turn
cou nter -clockwise
and pull the cover
away.
2. Insert two AA
batteries.
3. Replace the battery
cover, turning the
O-Ring 1/4 turn
clockwise to lock in
place.
To turn on the eTrex:
1. Press and hold POWER. A tone sounds, and the
Introduction page appears, followed by the Satellite page.
The GPS receiver begins searching for satellite signals.
When the receiver has signals from at least three
satellites, the display at the top of the page indicates
position accuracy and location coordinates.
2. Press QUIT repeatedly until the Map page appears. You
are now ready to begin GPS-aided navigation.
To adjust the backlight level: ... I /
1. Press and quickly release POWER to open the / ...
backlight adjustment slider.
2. Press up on the ROCKER to increase the
brightness, or press down to decrease.
3. Press ENTER or QUIT to close the backlight
adjustment window.
Getting Started
Battery compartment
Locking pin
slot
microSD
N
or
T ransFlash TM
card slot
(Vista HCx and
Legend HCx only)
To install the batteries:
1. Remove the battery
cover from the back
of the unit. Turn
the O-Ring 1/4 turn
cou nter -clockwise
and pull the cover
away.
2. Insert two AA
batteries.
3. Replace the battery
cover, turning the
O-Ring 1/4 turn
clockwise to lock in
place.
To turn on the eTrex:
1. Press and hold POWER. A tone sounds, and the
Introduction page appears, followed by the Satellite page.
The GPS receiver begins searching for satellite signals.
When the receiver has signals from at least three
satellites, the display at the top of the page indicates
position accuracy and location coordinates.
2. Press QUIT repeatedly until the Map page appears. You
are now ready to begin GPS-aided navigation.
To adjust the backlight level: ... I /
1. Press and quickly release POWER to open the / ...
backlight adjustment slider.
2. Press up on the ROCKER to increase the
brightness, or press down to decrease.
3. Press ENTER or QUIT to close the backlight
adjustment window.

Creating aRoute
To create and use a route:
5aved Routes
1.
Access the Routes page from the Main
UA P - BEST
Menu. Saved routes are listed.
2.
Use the ROCKER to select New,
and then press ENTER to display the
Route Setup page.
3. With an empty row (dashed) at the top
selected, press ENTER to open the
Routes List
keyboard. Name the route or allow it to
auto-name.
4.
Move down to the <Select Next
Point> field, and press ENTER.
5. Use the Find Menu to select a waypoint
from the Find Menu map item groups.
Open the information page for the item,
select Use, and press ENTER to add it
Leg Dlst
to the list of via points.
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6.
To add more via points to your route,
Route Setup
repeat the process.
7. When you have completed the route,
select Navigate to begin navigation
N rth to Sheridan St
using the Map page.
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8.
Follow the instructions at the top of the
Map page. Auto-routing and Turn-by-
turn prompts are provided by the Vista
HCx and Legend HCx only.
9. To stop navigation at any time, press
MENU, select Stop Navigation,
Route on Map
and press ENTER. The route is
automatically saved to the Routes list
Creating aRoute
To create and use a route:
5aved Routes
1.
Access the Routes page from the Main
UA P - BEST
Menu. Saved routes are listed.
2.
Use the ROCKER to select New,
and then press ENTER to display the
Route Setup page.
3. With an empty row (dashed) at the top
selected, press ENTER to open the
Routes List
keyboard. Name the route or allow it to
auto-name.
4.
Move down to the <Select Next
Point> field, and press ENTER.
5. Use the Find Menu to select a waypoint
from the Find Menu map item groups.
Open the information page for the item,
select Use, and press ENTER to add it
Leg Dlst
to the list of via points.
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6.
To add more via points to your route,
Route Setup
repeat the process.
7. When you have completed the route,
select Navigate to begin navigation
N rth to Sheridan St
using the Map page.
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8.
Follow the instructions at the top of the
Map page. Auto-routing and Turn-by-
turn prompts are provided by the Vista
HCx and Legend HCx only.
9. To stop navigation at any time, press
MENU, select Stop Navigation,
Route on Map
and press ENTER. The route is
automatically saved to the Routes list

Marking aWaypoint
To mark your current location:
1. Press and hold ENTER.
2. To accept the waypoint with the
default information, select OK, and
press ENTER.
OR
To change any information on
the Mark Waypoint page, select
the appropriate field, and press
ENTER to open the on-screen keypad. After entering and
confirming your changes, select OK, and press ENTER.
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If the map item selected contains
no information, a "No map
information at this point. Do you
want to create a user waypoint
here?" message appears. Select Yes, and press ENTER.
To create a new waypoint using the ap Page:
1. Open the Map page, and use the ROCKER to move
the pointer ( ~) to the map item you want to mark as a
waypoint.
2. Press and quickly release ENTER
to capture the pointer location.
Select Save, and press ENTER to
save the item as a waypoint.
OR
Marking aWaypoint
To mark your current location:
1. Press and hold ENTER.
2. To accept the waypoint with the
default information, select OK, and
press ENTER.
OR
To change any information on
the Mark Waypoint page, select
the appropriate field, and press
ENTER to open the on-screen keypad. After entering and
confirming your changes, select OK, and press ENTER.
OCHELTREE A
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SPRING HILL
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BU R
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If the map item selected contains
no information, a "No map
information at this point. Do you
want to create a user waypoint
here?" message appears. Select Yes, and press ENTER.
To create a new waypoint using the ap Page:
1. Open the Map page, and use the ROCKER to move
the pointer ( ~) to the map item you want to mark as a
waypoint.
2. Press and quickly release ENTER
to capture the pointer location.
Select Save, and press ENTER to
save the item as a waypoint.
OR

Finding Map Items
To find an item from your current location:
1. Press and hold MENU.
2. Select a category, and press ENTER.
3. Use the ROCKER to select an item, and press ENTER.
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Near Current location
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Go To
Find Menu Waypoints
List Information Page
OTE: For the Find Menu to di play all of the categorie
hown above MapSource detailed map data mu t be
downloaded to the eTrex (Summit HC and Venture HC)
or a microSDTM or TransFla hT card (Vista HCx or
Legend HCx). (Refer to the owner manual for detailed
information. )
To find an item from another location using the Find
Menu:
1. Press FIND.
2. Select a category, and press ENTER.
3. Press MENU.
4. Select Change Reference, and press ENTER.
5. Use the ROCKER to select a reference point on the map,
and press ENTER. The list changes to show items nearest
to the new map location.
Finding Map Items
To find an item from your current location:
1. Press and hold MENU.
2. Select a category, and press ENTER.
3. Use the ROCKER to select an item, and press ENTER.
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Near Current location
KE TRAIL
002
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TABLE ROCK
GARHIN
001
FRISCO LKE
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I :-~~r""":ent locatIOn
E 575.36T
Go To
Find Menu Waypoints
List Information Page
OTE: For the Find Menu to di play all of the categorie
hown above MapSource detailed map data mu t be
downloaded to the eTrex (Summit HC and Venture HC)
or a microSDTM or TransFla hT card (Vista HCx or
Legend HCx). (Refer to the owner manual for detailed
information. )
To find an item from another location using the Find
Menu:
1. Press FIND.
2. Select a category, and press ENTER.
3. Press MENU.
4. Select Change Reference, and press ENTER.
5. Use the ROCKER to select a reference point on the map,
and press ENTER. The list changes to show items nearest
to the new map location.

Going to aDestination
FRISCO LKE
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TABLE ROCK
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GARHIN
• Spring Hill, KS
• Arrowhead Park
Holiday Inn
• Leawood, KS
To go to a selected map item:
1. Use the ROCKER to select the item you want to navigate
to on the Map page.
2. Press and quickly release ENTER to capture the pointer
location (ts).
3. Select Go To, and press ENTER to begin navigation.
4. Follow the magenta route created on the Map page. You
can also use the Compass page to help you navigate to
the point.
To initiate a Go To from the Find Menu:
1. Press FIND.
2. Select Waypoints, and press ENTER.
3. Use the ROCKER to select a waypoint, and press
ENTER.
4. Select Go To, and press ENTER to begin navigation.
To go to arecently found item:
1. Press FIND.
2. Select Recent Finds, and press
ENTER.
3. Use the ROCKER to select an item
to go to, and press ENTER.
4. Select Go To, and press ENTER to
begin navigation.
Please visit www.garmin.com for additional documentation and
information.
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Going to aDestination
FRISCO LKE
• Frisco Lake Pork
003
TABLE ROCK
002
001
GARHIN
• Spring Hill, KS
• Arrowhead Park
Holiday Inn
• Leawood, KS
To go to a selected map item:
1. Use the ROCKER to select the item you want to navigate
to on the Map page.
2. Press and quickly release ENTER to capture the pointer
location (ts).
3. Select Go To, and press ENTER to begin navigation.
4. Follow the magenta route created on the Map page. You
can also use the Compass page to help you navigate to
the point.
To initiate a Go To from the Find Menu:
1. Press FIND.
2. Select Waypoints, and press ENTER.
3. Use the ROCKER to select a waypoint, and press
ENTER.
4. Select Go To, and press ENTER to begin navigation.
To go to arecently found item:
1. Press FIND.
2. Select Recent Finds, and press
ENTER.
3. Use the ROCKER to select an item
to go to, and press ENTER.
4. Select Go To, and press ENTER to
begin navigation.
Please visit www.garmin.com for additional documentation and
information.
190-00 17-01 Rev. B Copyright 2007 Garmin Ltd. or it ub idiarie Printed in Taiwan

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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 2
nd
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.
Infonnation 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.garnlin.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. Gannin Mobile™,
myGannin™ eTrex®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, BlueChart®, and MapSource® are trademarks of Gannin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.
These trademarks may not be used without the express pennission of Gannin. (E
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Printed in Taiwan

INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the Garmin® eTrex Vista®
HCx, eTrex Legend® HCx, eTrex Summit® HC,
or eTrex Venture® HC. These units use the proven
performance of Garmin high-sensitivity GPS and full-
featured mapping to create an unsurpassed portable
GPS receiver. The eTrex models operate identically
with a few exceptions. Ifa feature is discussed in this
manual that is not universal for all HC series units,
a notation is made. Take a moment to compare the
contents of this package with the packing list on the
box. If any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin
dealer immediately.
Tips and Shortcuts
• To quickly return to the Main Menu from any
page, press the MENU key twice.
• To extend battery life, tum off the GPS when
not using the eTrex for navigation. Decrease
the level of the display's backlight by quickly
pressing and releasing the POWER key.
e Trex He series Owner's Manual
Product Registration
Help us better support you by completing our online
registration today! Connect to our Web site at
http://lny.garmin.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 eTrex. 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/. and click Product
Support.
In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at
+44 (0) 870.8501241 (outside the UK) or
0808 2380000 (within the UK).
Optional Accessories
For a complete list of available accessories and maps
for use with the eTrex, refer to http://buy.garmin.com.
WARNING: See the Important Safety and Product
Information sheet in the product box for product
warnings and other important information.
INTRODUCTION
.- .. -"-- - .. - - - ".
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the Garmin® eTrex Vista®
HCx, eTrex Legend® HCx, eTrex Summit® HC,
or eTrex Venture® HC. These units use the proven
performance of Garmin high-sensitivity GPS and full-
featured mapping to create an unsurpassed portable
GPS receiver. The eTrex models operate identically
with a few exceptions. Ifa feature is discussed in this
manual that is not universal for all HC series units,
a notation is made. Take a moment to compare the
contents of this package with the packing list on the
box. If any pieces are missing, contact your Garmin
dealer immediately.
Tips and Shortcuts
• To quickly return to the Main Menu from any
page, press the MENU key twice.
• To extend battery life, tum off the GPS when
not using the eTrex for navigation. Decrease
the level of the display's backlight by quickly
pressing and releasing the POWER key.
e Trex He series Owner's Manual
Product Registration
Help us better support you by completing our online
registration today! Connect to our Web site at
http://lny.garmin.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 eTrex. 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/. and click Product
Support.
In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at
+44 (0) 870.8501241 (outside the UK) or
0808 2380000 (within the UK).
Optional Accessories
For a complete list of available accessories and maps
for use with the eTrex, refer to http://buy.garmin.com.
WARNING: See the Important Safety and Product
Information sheet in the product box for product
warnings and other important information.

INTRODUCTION
Table of Contents
Introduction i
Tips and Shortcuts ..... 11.1.11 •••••••••••• 1.1 •••• II' ••••••••••••• i
Product Registration .i
Optional Accessories .i
Getting Started 1
Installing Batteries and Lanyard 1
Operating the eTrex 2
Key Functions 3
Turning on the eTrex 4
Adjusting the Backlight 4
Initializing the GPS Receiver 4
Basic Operation 7
Creating and Using Waypoints 7
Proximity Waypoints 9
Using the Find Menu 10
Using Tracks 16
Creating a Route 20
Main Pages 23
Satellite Page 24
Map Page 24
Compass Page 27
Altimeter Page 32
Trip Computer Page 35
1/
Main Menu 36
Tracks 36
Routes Page 36
Highway Page 36
Setup Menu 37
Proximity Waypoints 43
Calendar 43
Calcu lator 44
Stopwatch 44
Sun and Moon 44
Hunt &Fish 44
Games Menu 44
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Specifications 45
Software License Agreement 47
Declaration ofConformity 47
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INTRODUCTION
Table of Contents
Introduction i
Tips and Shortcuts ..... 11.1.11 •••••••••••• 1.1 •••• II' ••••••••••••• i
Product Registration .i
Optional Accessories .i
Getting Started 1
Installing Batteries and Lanyard 1
Operating the eTrex 2
Key Functions 3
Turning on the eTrex 4
Adjusting the Backlight 4
Initializing the GPS Receiver 4
Basic Operation 7
Creating and Using Waypoints 7
Proximity Waypoints 9
Using the Find Menu 10
Using Tracks 16
Creating a Route 20
Main Pages 23
Satellite Page 24
Map Page 24
Compass Page 27
Altimeter Page 32
Trip Computer Page 35
1/
Main Menu 36
Tracks 36
Routes Page 36
Highway Page 36
Setup Menu 37
Proximity Waypoints 43
Calendar 43
Calcu lator 44
Stopwatch 44
Sun and Moon 44
Hunt &Fish 44
Games Menu 44
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Specifications 45
Software License Agreement 47
Declaration ofConformity 47
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GETTING STARTED
To install the lanyard:
1. Place the loop of the lanyard through the slot at
the base of the unit.
2. Route the strap through the loop, and pull tight.
GETTING STARTED
Installing Batteries and Lanyard
The eTrex operates on two AA batteries (not
included). Use Alkaline, NiMH, or Lithium batteries.
See page 37 for setting the
battery type.
To install the
batteries:
1. Remove the battery
cover by turning the
locking ring 1/4 turn
cou nter -clockwise
and pulling the cover
loose.
2. Insert the batteries,
observing the proper Locking Battery
polarity. pin slot compartment
Remove the batteries when you do not plan to use the
unit for several months. Stored data is not lost when
batteries are removed.
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Optional belt
clip
(attaches to belt
or waistband)
Belt clip knob
Lanyard installation
USB connector
~ port (under
, weather cap)
Auxiliary mount adapter
(Do not discard. This adapter
attaches to the unit for
connection to mounting kits.)
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GETTING STARTED
To install the lanyard:
1. Place the loop of the lanyard through the slot at
the base of the unit.
2. Route the strap through the loop, and pull tight.
GETTING STARTED
Installing Batteries and Lanyard
The eTrex operates on two AA batteries (not
included). Use Alkaline, NiMH, or Lithium batteries.
See page 37 for setting the
battery type.
To install the
batteries:
1. Remove the battery
cover by turning the
locking ring 1/4 turn
cou nter -clockwise
and pulling the cover
loose.
2. Insert the batteries,
observing the proper Locking Battery
polarity. pin slot compartment
Remove the batteries when you do not plan to use the
unit for several months. Stored data is not lost when
batteries are removed.
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Optional belt
clip
(attaches to belt
or waistband)
Belt clip knob
Lanyard installation
USB connector
~ port (under
, weather cap)
Auxiliary mount adapter
(Do not discard. This adapter
attaches to the unit for
connection to mounting kits.)
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GETTING STARTED
Operating the eTrex
Understanding Terms
Select-move the highlighted area on the screen up,
down, left, or right with the ENTER/ROCKER key
to select individual fields.
Key-when you are directed to press a key, press and
quickly release the key.
Field-the location on a page where data or an option
can be shown or entered.
On-screen button-use the ENTER/ROCKER key
to select a button, and press it in to ENTER.
Scroll bar-when viewing a list of items too long to
appear on the screen, a scroll bar appears next to the
list. To scroll through a list, press up or down on the
ROCKER, or use the In and Out keys.
Default-the factory setting saved in the unit's
memory. You can change the settings, and revert
to the factory settings when you select Restore
Defaults.
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Highlighted
field
Field ------
"V
On-screen buttons
Manual Conventions
In this manual, when you are instructed to select
an item, small arrows (» appear in the text. They
indicate that you should highlight a series of items
on the screen using the ROCKER, and press in to
ENTER after each item. For example, if you see
"select Service> Show Info," you should highlight
Service, and press ENTER. Then highlight Show
Info, and press ENTER again.
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GETTING STARTED
Operating the eTrex
Understanding Terms
Select-move the highlighted area on the screen up,
down, left, or right with the ENTER/ROCKER key
to select individual fields.
Key-when you are directed to press a key, press and
quickly release the key.
Field-the location on a page where data or an option
can be shown or entered.
On-screen button-use the ENTER/ROCKER key
to select a button, and press it in to ENTER.
Scroll bar-when viewing a list of items too long to
appear on the screen, a scroll bar appears next to the
list. To scroll through a list, press up or down on the
ROCKER, or use the In and Out keys.
Default-the factory setting saved in the unit's
memory. You can change the settings, and revert
to the factory settings when you select Restore
Defaults.
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Highlighted
field
Field ------
"V
On-screen buttons
Manual Conventions
In this manual, when you are instructed to select
an item, small arrows (» appear in the text. They
indicate that you should highlight a series of items
on the screen using the ROCKER, and press in to
ENTER after each item. For example, if you see
"select Service> Show Info," you should highlight
Service, and press ENTER. Then highlight Show
Info, and press ENTER again.
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Key Functions
g IN/OUT Zoom keys ----
Frot11 the Map page, press to zoom
the l11ap in or out.
Frot11 any other page, press to scroll
up or down a list or l110ve a high-
lighted slider.
! MENU/FIND key _-----J
Press and release to view the Options
Menu for a page.
Press and hold to display the Find
Menu.
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• ENTER/ROCKER key
....
~\. Rock up or down or right or left to
move through lists; highlight fields,
on-screen buttons, or icons; enter data;
or move the map panning arrow.
Press in and release to enter highlighted
options and data or confirm on-screen
l11essages.
Press in and hold at any time to I\t1ARK
your current location as a waypoint.
.. @ QUIT/PAGE key
Press to cycle through the main pages.
Press and hold to turn the compass
on or off (Vista HCx and SUlnmit HC
only).
POWER key
<D
Press and hold to tum on or otT.
Press and release for backlighting or to
vie\v time, date, and battery capacity.
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Key Functions
g IN/OUT Zoom keys ----
Frot11 the Map page, press to zoom
the l11ap in or out.
Frot11 any other page, press to scroll
up or down a list or l110ve a high-
lighted slider.
! MENU/FIND key _-----J
Press and release to view the Options
Menu for a page.
Press and hold to display the Find
Menu.
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GETTit\C; STARTED
• ENTER/ROCKER key
....
~\. Rock up or down or right or left to
move through lists; highlight fields,
on-screen buttons, or icons; enter data;
or move the map panning arrow.
Press in and release to enter highlighted
options and data or confirm on-screen
l11essages.
Press in and hold at any time to I\t1ARK
your current location as a waypoint.
.. @ QUIT/PAGE key
Press to cycle through the main pages.
Press and hold to turn the compass
on or off (Vista HCx and SUlnmit HC
only).
POWER key
<D
Press and hold to tum on or otT.
Press and release for backlighting or to
vie\v time, date, and battery capacity.
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To initialize your eTrex:
Hold the unit in front of you facing the sky.
While the GPS receiver is searching for
the satellite signals, a "Locating Satellites"
message is replaced by an "Acquiring
Satellites" message until enough signals are
acquired to fix its location.
GETTING STARTED
Turning on the eTrex
To turn the eTrex on and off:
Press and hold POWER.
Adjusting the Backlight
To adjust the backlight level:
1. Press and quickly release the POWER key.
2. Press up on the ROCKER to increase the
brightness and down to decrease.
3. Press ENTER or QUIT to close.
Initializing the GPS Receiver
The first time you tum on your eTrex, the GPS
receiver must collect satellite data and establish its
current location. To receive satellite signals, you must
be outdoors and have a clear view of the sky.
The outer
circle
represents
the horizon.
The inner
circle is a
location 45
degrees from
the horizon.
I I I I I
IIII I I II I
I [, III c· I I I I
I I .' I
The number of
each overhead
satellite is
shown.
---=-::-- The strength of
each satellite
signal is shown.
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If the unit cannot establish a satellite fix, a list of
solutions appears. Highlight the appropriate solution,
and press ENTER.
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To initialize your eTrex:
Hold the unit in front of you facing the sky.
While the GPS receiver is searching for
the satellite signals, a "Locating Satellites"
message is replaced by an "Acquiring
Satellites" message until enough signals are
acquired to fix its location.
GETTING STARTED
Turning on the eTrex
To turn the eTrex on and off:
Press and hold POWER.
Adjusting the Backlight
To adjust the backlight level:
1. Press and quickly release the POWER key.
2. Press up on the ROCKER to increase the
brightness and down to decrease.
3. Press ENTER or QUIT to close.
Initializing the GPS Receiver
The first time you tum on your eTrex, the GPS
receiver must collect satellite data and establish its
current location. To receive satellite signals, you must
be outdoors and have a clear view of the sky.
The outer
circle
represents
the horizon.
The inner
circle is a
location 45
degrees from
the horizon.
I I I I I
IIII I I II I
I [, III c· I I I I
I I .' I
The number of
each overhead
satellite is
shown.
---=-::-- The strength of
each satellite
signal is shown.
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If the unit cannot establish a satellite fix, a list of
solutions appears. Highlight the appropriate solution,
and press ENTER.
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The Status Bar and Date and Time
The Status Bar and Date/Time Window appear below
the backlight adjustment slider when you press and
release POWER.
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Status Bar -Date/Time Window
Power to the unit is provided by batteries or from
an auxiliary source. Power status is shown on the
Main Menu and the Status Bar. The Battery Power
icon shows the remaining power as the battery
is depleted. The external power icon is shown
when the unit is powered externally.
Satellite signal status is shown when searching for or
acquiring satellites a 2D fix is attained and
a3D fix is attained.
The Electronic Compass III (Vista H Cx and
Summit HC only) appears when activated.
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GETTING STARTED
Using the Mapping Databases
Many of the eTrex features require detailed mapping
data to be fully operational, so you need to transfer
maps before using the unit. The eTrex Vista HCx
and Legend HCx are equipped with a slot for a
microSDTM card (user provided) that can be loaded
with detailed maps from optional MapSource disks.
With selected MapSource mapping data, you can
view listings of nearby restaurants, lodging, shopping
centers, attractions and entertainment, and addresses.
The amount of data transferable is 24 MB for the
eTrex Summit HC and Venture HC, for the eTrex
Vista HCx and Legend HCx it is determined by the
size of the microSD card.
Use the USB Interface Cable, provided with the unit,
to transfer MapSource data from a computer to the
microSD card when installed in the eTrex. Purchase
additional microSD cards at your local electronics
supplier, or see the Garmin Web site:
www.garmin.com for compatible MapSource products
and pre-loaded microSD cards.
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The Status Bar and Date and Time
The Status Bar and Date/Time Window appear below
the backlight adjustment slider when you press and
release POWER.
1:06:54~
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Status Bar -Date/Time Window
Power to the unit is provided by batteries or from
an auxiliary source. Power status is shown on the
Main Menu and the Status Bar. The Battery Power
icon shows the remaining power as the battery
is depleted. The external power icon is shown
when the unit is powered externally.
Satellite signal status is shown when searching for or
acquiring satellites a 2D fix is attained and
a3D fix is attained.
The Electronic Compass III (Vista H Cx and
Summit HC only) appears when activated.
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GETTING STARTED
Using the Mapping Databases
Many of the eTrex features require detailed mapping
data to be fully operational, so you need to transfer
maps before using the unit. The eTrex Vista HCx
and Legend HCx are equipped with a slot for a
microSDTM card (user provided) that can be loaded
with detailed maps from optional MapSource disks.
With selected MapSource mapping data, you can
view listings of nearby restaurants, lodging, shopping
centers, attractions and entertainment, and addresses.
The amount of data transferable is 24 MB for the
eTrex Summit HC and Venture HC, for the eTrex
Vista HCx and Legend HCx it is determined by the
size of the microSD card.
Use the USB Interface Cable, provided with the unit,
to transfer MapSource data from a computer to the
microSD card when installed in the eTrex. Purchase
additional microSD cards at your local electronics
supplier, or see the Garmin Web site:
www.garmin.com for compatible MapSource products
and pre-loaded microSD cards.
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GETTING STARTED
Battery
compartment
with cover
removed
/
(USBPOrl
I
USB port
weather cover
micro SO card
location
micfoSO card inserted in
card slot
Installing and removing
the microSD card
Accessing the microSD
card slot
Contacts on card must face
away from the batteries.
To install a microSD card:
1. Remove the battery compartment cover from
the back of the unit.
2. Locate the card slot at the upper-left edge of
the battery tray, and slide the card into the slot.
3. Press down on the card and release quickly
to eject it from the slot and remove it from the
eTrex.
To transfer map data to a microSD card:
1. Lift the weather cover from the USB port on the
back of the unit.
2. Connect the USB cable to the USB port on your
computer and to the mini-USB port on the back
of the unit.
3. Follow instructions for selecting and
downloading maps provided with the
MapSource map data disk.
Transferring Data to a microSD™ Card
The eTrex Vista HCx and Legend HCx are equipped
with a microSD data card slot.
Accessing the USB port
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GETTING STARTED
Battery
compartment
with cover
removed
/
(USBPOrl
I
USB port
weather cover
micro SO card
location
micfoSO card inserted in
card slot
Installing and removing
the microSD card
Accessing the microSD
card slot
Contacts on card must face
away from the batteries.
To install a microSD card:
1. Remove the battery compartment cover from
the back of the unit.
2. Locate the card slot at the upper-left edge of
the battery tray, and slide the card into the slot.
3. Press down on the card and release quickly
to eject it from the slot and remove it from the
eTrex.
To transfer map data to a microSD card:
1. Lift the weather cover from the USB port on the
back of the unit.
2. Connect the USB cable to the USB port on your
computer and to the mini-USB port on the back
of the unit.
3. Follow instructions for selecting and
downloading maps provided with the
MapSource map data disk.
Transferring Data to a microSD™ Card
The eTrex Vista HCx and Legend HCx are equipped
with a microSD data card slot.
Accessing the USB port
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BASIC OPERATION
This section explains some of the more common
operations you can perform with your eTrex,
including creating and using waypoints, using the
Find Menu, and how to create and use tracks and
routes.
Creating and Using Waypoints
Waypoints are locations or landmarks you record
and store in your GPS. You can add waypoints to
routes and even create a Go To directly to the selected
waypoint.
You can create waypoints using three methods. Press
ENTER while at a location, create a waypoint on
the Map page, or enter coordinates for a waypoint
manually.
Marking Your Current Location
Press in and hold the ROCKER to quickly mark your
current location creating a new waypoint. You must
have a valid position (2D or 3D) fix to mark your
current location.
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Waypoint~ I ~.. ~Waypoint
symbol IB..... name
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Mark Waypoint Page
To mark your current location:
1. Press and hold the ROCKER (MARK) until the
Mark Waypoint page appears. A default three-
digit name and symbol are assigned to the new
waypoint.
2. To accept the waypoint with the default
information, highlight OK.
OR
To change any information, select the
appropriate field, and press ENTER to open
the on-screen keypad. After entering and
confirming your changes, select OK.
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BASIC OPERATION
This section explains some of the more common
operations you can perform with your eTrex,
including creating and using waypoints, using the
Find Menu, and how to create and use tracks and
routes.
Creating and Using Waypoints
Waypoints are locations or landmarks you record
and store in your GPS. You can add waypoints to
routes and even create a Go To directly to the selected
waypoint.
You can create waypoints using three methods. Press
ENTER while at a location, create a waypoint on
the Map page, or enter coordinates for a waypoint
manually.
Marking Your Current Location
Press in and hold the ROCKER to quickly mark your
current location creating a new waypoint. You must
have a valid position (2D or 3D) fix to mark your
current location.
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Waypoint~ I ~.. ~Waypoint
symbol IB..... name
- 1:53:57PM
119m
Mark Waypoint Page
To mark your current location:
1. Press and hold the ROCKER (MARK) until the
Mark Waypoint page appears. A default three-
digit name and symbol are assigned to the new
waypoint.
2. To accept the waypoint with the default
information, highlight OK.
OR
To change any information, select the
appropriate field, and press ENTER to open
the on-screen keypad. After entering and
confirming your changes, select OK.
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BASiC OPERATiON
Creating Waypoints Using the Map
To create awaypoint using the Map page:
1. On the Map page, use the ROCKER to move
the pointer to the map item you want to mark.
2. Press in and quickly release the ROCKER
to capture the pointer location and open the
information page for the map item.
3. Select Save. If there is no information for that
point, a "No map information at this point. Do
you want to create a user waypoint here?"
prompt appears. Select Yes.
Editing Waypoints
You can edit waypoints to change the symbol, name,
note, location, and elevation.
To edit awaypoint:
1. Press and hold FIND.
2. Select Waypoints.
3. Select the waypoint you want to edit, and press
ENTER.
4. Make changes by highlighting each field. Use
the waypoint symbol chart and alphanumeric
keypad to enter new data.
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To delete awaypoint:
From the the Waypoints page, select the
waypoint you want to delete> Delete.
NOTE: When you delete a waypoint, you
cannot recover it from the unit.
To move awaypoint on the Map Page:
1. Press FIND> Waypoints.
2. Select the waypoint you want to move, and
press ENTER.
3. Select Map to show the waypoint on the map.
4. Press ENTER to place a MOVE marker next to
the waypoint.
5. Use the ROCKER to move the waypoint to a
new location, and press ENTER.
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BASiC OPERATiON
Creating Waypoints Using the Map
To create awaypoint using the Map page:
1. On the Map page, use the ROCKER to move
the pointer to the map item you want to mark.
2. Press in and quickly release the ROCKER
to capture the pointer location and open the
information page for the map item.
3. Select Save. If there is no information for that
point, a "No map information at this point. Do
you want to create a user waypoint here?"
prompt appears. Select Yes.
Editing Waypoints
You can edit waypoints to change the symbol, name,
note, location, and elevation.
To edit awaypoint:
1. Press and hold FIND.
2. Select Waypoints.
3. Select the waypoint you want to edit, and press
ENTER.
4. Make changes by highlighting each field. Use
the waypoint symbol chart and alphanumeric
keypad to enter new data.
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To delete awaypoint:
From the the Waypoints page, select the
waypoint you want to delete> Delete.
NOTE: When you delete a waypoint, you
cannot recover it from the unit.
To move awaypoint on the Map Page:
1. Press FIND> Waypoints.
2. Select the waypoint you want to move, and
press ENTER.
3. Select Map to show the waypoint on the map.
4. Press ENTER to place a MOVE marker next to
the waypoint.
5. Use the ROCKER to move the waypoint to a
new location, and press ENTER.
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