Garmin RINO 520 - Hiking GPS Receiver User manual

owner’s manual
Rino®520/530
2-way radio & GPS

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IntroductIon
Thank you for choosing the Garmin
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Rino
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520 or the
Rino
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530 (Radio Integrated with Navigation for the
Outdoors). To get the most from your new Rino 520 or
Rino 530, read through the Quick Start Guide rst, 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 Rino 520/530 right out of the box. Read the
Quick Start Guide rst.
This manual is organized into the following sections:
The Introduction section provides FCC, safety, warranty,
and product registration information, as well as the Table
of Contents.
The Getting Started section provides basic information
about the Rino 520/530.
The Unit Operation section provides information on
each of the Main Pages, listed in the same order as
viewed on the unit. The section for each page provides
an overview that describes how it functions, and step-
by-step instructions for using the page and its features. It
also includes an overview of some additional features and
step-by-step instructions for using those features.
The Appendix includes additional information about the
Rino 520/530
The Index provides keywords and the pages on which
they appear.
Note that: Signicant differences between the Rino
520 and Rino 530 features are noted throughout the
Quick Start Guide and the Owner’s Manual. The Rino
530 contains all of the features of the Rino 520 with the
addition of a seven channel NOAA weather receiver with
weather alert, an electronic compass, and barometric
pressure altimeter.
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Warnings and Cautions
The GPS system is operated by the United States government
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 Garmin Rino
520/530 is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any
NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become
unsafe.
The electronic chart is an aid to navigation and is designed to
facilitate the use of authorized government charts, not replace
them. Only ofcial government charts and notices to mariners
contain all information needed for safe navigation—and, as
always, the user is responsible for their prudent use.
Use the Rino 520/530 at your own risk. To reduce the risk of
unsafe operation, carefully review and understand all aspects
of this Owner’s Manual. When in actual use, carefully compare
indications from the Rino 520/530 to all available navigation
sources, including the information from other NAVAIDs, visual
sightings, charts, etc. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies
before continuing navigation.
WARNING: The Rino 520/530 contains a lithium-ion
rechargeable battery pack. The battery used in this device may
present a risk of re or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not
disassemble, heat above 140°F (60°C), or incinerate.
WARNING: If the original battery pack must be replaced, dispose
of the used battery properly. Contact your local waste disposal
department for information on proper disposal of lithium-ion
batteries. Keep used batteries away from children. Do not
disassemble or dispose of batteries in re.
MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of Garmin
is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate
cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost. We use a
combination of governmental and private data sources, which we
identify (as required) in product literature and copyright messages
displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain
inaccurate or incomplete data to some degree. This is particularly
true outside the United States, where complete and accurate digital
data is either not available or prohibitively expensive.
CAUTION: IT IS THE USER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO
USE THIS PRODUCT PRUDENTLY. THIS PRODUCT IS
INTENDED TO BE USED ONLY AS A NAVIGATIONAL AID
AND MUST NOT BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE REQUIRING
PRECISE MEASUREMENT OF DIRECTION, DISTANCE,
LOCATION, OR TOPOGRAPHY.
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IMPORTANT: READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE
USING YOUR RINO:
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signals—Your wireless handheld
radio is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When it is
on, it receives and also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
In August 1996, The Federal Communications Commissions
(FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for
handheld wireless radios. Those guidelines are consistent with
safety standards previously set by both U.S. and international
standards bodies: American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
IEEE. C95.1-1992; National Council on Radiation Protection
and Measurements (NCRP) Report 86; International Commission
on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1996. Those
standards were based on comprehensive and periodic evaluations
of the relevant scientic literature. For example, over 130
scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities, government
health agencies, and industry reviewed the available body of
research to develop the ANSI Standard (C95.1). The design of your
radio complies with the FCC guidelines (and those standards).
For body-worn and face-held operation, this radio demonstrates
compliance and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines for
uncontrolled exposure (general population) when used with
approved accessories supplied with or designed for this product.
Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF
exposure guidelines.
Antenna Care—Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized
antennas, modications, or attachments could damage the radio
and may violate FCC regulations. Do not use any radio that has
a damaged antenna, because if it comes into contact with your
skin, a minor burn can result.
Electronic Devices—Most modern electronic equipment is
shielded from RF signals. However, certain equipment may not be
shielded against the RF signals from your wireless radio.
Pacemakers—The Health Industry Manufacturers Association
recommends that a minimum separation of six inches (6”) be
maintained between a handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker
to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These
recommendations are consistent with the independent research by
and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons
with pacemakers should ALWAYS keep the radio more than six
inches from their pacemaker when the radio is turned on, should
not carry the radio in a breast pocket, should use the ear opposite
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the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference, and
should turn the radio off immediately if you have any reason to
suspect that interference is taking place.
Hearing Aids—Some digital wireless radios may interfere with
some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want
to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices—If you use any other personal medical
device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is
adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may
be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Turn your radio OFF in health care facilities when any regulations
posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health
care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to
external RF energy.
Vehicles—RF signals may affect improperly installed or
inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check
with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle.
You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that
has been added to your vehicle.
Posted Facilities—Turn your radio OFF in any facility where
posted notices so require.
Commercial Aircraft—Many commercial airlines prohibit the
use of FRS/GMRS radios on board. Switch OFF your radio before
boarding an aircraft or check the airline rules.
Blasting Areas—To avoid interfering with blasting operations,
turn your radio OFF when in a “blasting area” or in areas posted:
“Turn off two-way radio.” Obey all signs and instructions.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres—Turn your radio OFF
and do not remove your battery when you are in any area with a
potentially explosive atmosphere. Obey all signs and instructions.
Sparks from your battery in such areas could cause an explosion or
re resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not
always clearly marked. They include fueling areas such as gasoline
stations, below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage
facilities; vehicles using liqueed petroleum gas (such as propane
or butane); areas where the air contains chemicals or particles,
such as grain, dust, or metal powders; and any other area where
you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
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WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its components
contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or reproductive harm. This Notice is being provided
in accordance with California’s Proposition 65. If you have any
questions or would like additional information, please refer to our
Web site at http://www.garmin.com/prop65.
Because the Garmin Rino 520/530 can be used for vehicular
navigation, important safety considerations must be followed.
Please read and observe the following instructions.
WARNING: For use in vehicles, it is the sole responsibility of
the owner/operator of a vehicle with the Rino 520/530 installed to
place and secure the device so it will not interfere with the vehicle
operating controls and safety devices, obstruct the driver’s view
of driving conditions, or cause personal injury in the event of an
accident.
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Do Not Mount
Where Driver’s
Field of Vision is
Blocked
Do Not Place
Unsecured
on the Vehicle
Dash
Do Not Mount in Front of an Airbag Field
of Deployment

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Introduction.............................................................i
Getting to Know Your Rino 520/530.....................1
Front of the Rino 520/530 ........................................2
Back of the Rino 520/530 ......................................... 3
Main Display Pages..................................................4
Operating the Rino 520/530 ..................................... 5
Status Bar Overview ................................................6
Unit Operation........................................................7
Radio Page................................................................ 7
Initializing the Rino 520/530......................................... 7
Using Name and Symbol Fields .................................... 8
Setting the Channel and Code ..................................... 10
Adjusting the Volume and Squelch Level: .................. 11
Scanning and Monitoring ............................................ 12
Radio Page Option Menu ............................................ 13
Setup Radio............................................................ 14
Setup Tones ............................................................ 16
Use Weather Radio .................................................... 17
Use Weather Alert .................................................. 17
Turn Radio/GPS On/Off ........................................ 18
Status Window............................................................. 18
GPS Status ............................................................. 18
Radio Transmission/Reception Status ................... 18
Using the Rino 520/530 Radio Features ............... 20
Peer-to-Peer Positioning .............................................. 20
New Contact Page Overview....................................... 20
Sending a Location ...................................................... 23
Map Page.................................................................24
Map Page Options ....................................................... 26
Using the Pan Map Option .......................................... 27
Programming the Data Fields ...................................... 28
Setting up the Map....................................................... 29
Measuring Distance ..................................................... 31
Compass Page........................................................ 32
Using the Compass Page ............................................. 32
Compass Page Options ................................................ 34
Using Sight ‘N Go ...................................................... 35
Calibrating the Compass.............................................. 35
Altimeter Page ....................................................... 37
Altimeter Page Options ............................................... 38
Viewing Pressure/Elevation Plots................................ 39
Adjusting the Zoom Ranges ........................................ 39
Pan Plot........................................................................ 40
Resetting Data.............................................................. 40
Calibrating the Altimeter ............................................. 41
Programming Data Fields............................................ 41
Main Menu Page ..................................................... 42

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Satellite Page .......................................................... 43
Sky View Graphic........................................................ 43
WAAS .......................................................................... 44
Satellite Strength.......................................................... 44
Satellite Page Options.................................................. 45
Trip Computer Page ............................................... 47
Trip Computer Page Options ....................................... 47
Waypoints ............................................................... 48
Mark Waypoint Page ................................................... 48
Creating Waypoints...................................................... 49
Averaging a Waypoint.................................................. 50
Projecting a Waypoint.................................................. 50
Editing a Waypoint ...................................................... 50
Find.......................................................................... 52
Finding a Waypoint...................................................... 53
Finding a Geocache ..................................................... 54
Finding a Contact......................................................... 55
Finding a City .............................................................. 56
Finding an Exit ............................................................ 57
Finding a Point of Interest ........................................... 58
Finding an Address or Intersection .............................. 60
Recent Finds ................................................................ 62
Using Go To Navigation.............................................. 63
Tracks Page ............................................................ 64
Using the TracBack Feature ........................................ 65
Setting up the Track Log ............................................. 67
Using Track Proles ................................................... 67
Routes Page............................................................ 68
Editing a Route ............................................................ 69
Adding or Editing from the Route Map Page.............. 72
Setting Up Routing Methods ....................................... 73
Navigating a Route ...................................................... 74
Using the Turn-By-Turn Active Route Page................ 74
Highway Page ........................................................ 75
Setup Pages............................................................ 76
System Setup Page....................................................... 76
Radio Setup Page......................................................... 77
Display Setup Page...................................................... 77
Tones Setup Page......................................................... 78
Page Sequence Setup ................................................... 78
Map Setup Page ........................................................... 78
Routing Setup Page ..................................................... 79
Geocache Setup ........................................................... 79
Marine Setup................................................................ 79
Time Setup Page .......................................................... 80
Units Setup Page.......................................................... 81

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LORAN TD Format ............................................... 81
Heading Setup Page..................................................... 83
Calibration Setup Page ............................................... 83
Altimeter Setup............................................................ 84
Welcome Page Setup ................................................... 84
Interface Setup Page .................................................... 85
Proximity Waypoints .............................................. 87
Calendar .................................................................. 88
Alarm Clock ............................................................ 90
Calculator................................................................ 91
Stopwatch ............................................................... 92
Sun & Moon ............................................................93
Hunt & Fish ............................................................. 94
Games .....................................................................95
Memory Race .............................................................. 95
Geko Smak .................................................................. 95
Nibbons........................................................................ 96
Gekoids........................................................................ 96
Beast Hunt ................................................................... 96
Assimilation................................................................. 97
Clothesline ................................................................... 97
Waypoint Bomber........................................................ 97
Appendix ..............................................................98
About FRS/GMRS Radio ........................................ 98
Specications ....................................................... 100
Standard Accessories Provided with the Unit... 102
Optional Accessories........................................... 102
Installing Accessories.......................................... 102
Transferring MapSource Data ............................. 103
GPS Troubleshooting Guide ...............................105
Radio Frequency Charts...................................... 106
Data Field Denitions........................................... 109
Interface Information............................................ 111
FCC Compliance Information.............................. 112
FCC Licensing Information ................................. 113
Limited Warranty .................................................. 114
Software License Agreement .............................. 116
Product Registration............................................ 116
Index ...................................................................117

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.gettIng started.
GettInG to Know Your rIno
520/530
The Rino 520/530 (Radio Integrated with Navigation for
the Outdoors) is a FRS/GMRS radio with a 12 channel
GPS receiver. It has integrated radio functionality to
provide two-way communications for up to two miles
using FRS (Family Radio Service) channels. The Rino
520/530 also provides 15 high-performance GMRS
(General Mobile Radio Service) channels and 8 GMRS
repeater channels (U.S. versions only) for communication
up to 14 miles. GMRS channels are limited to 2 watts of
power when used in Canada. GMRS repeater channels
are not approved for use by the Canadian government, so
they are disabled on Rino 520/530 units sold in Canada.
The Rino 520/530 has three user-selectable GMRS power
levels: 0.5 W, 2.0 W, and 5.0 W (USA only). Keep in
mind that FRS channels only transmit at 0.5 W. The Rino
520/530 also has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
with charger. Be certain to fully charge the lithium-ion
battery while attached to the Rino 520/530 prior to the
rst use to ensure accurate battery capacity reporting.
Follow the charging instructions contained in the Rino
Quick Start Guide
If you wish, you can purchase a spare lithium-ion battery
pack or an optional alkaline battery pack with transmit
power limited to 2.0 W.
The unit contains built-in cartography of a North
American basemap that includes Interstate and State
Highways and Exit Information. The Rino uses compatible
MapSource®map data software (not included). The Rino
520/530 can display up to 56 MB of a variety of detailed
map data. Some of the mapping options that are compatible
with the Rino 520/530 include City Select, MetroGuide,
Topo, Fishing Hot Spots, and BlueChart®data. Check your
local dealer or the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for
a complete listing of MapSource products.
The Rino 520/530 is waterproof to IPX7 standards and is
designed for rugged use. Garmin’s user-friendly interface
allows you to start navigating almost immediately.

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Front of the Rino 520/530
Power button:
• Press and hold to turn the unit On/Off
• Press to adjust contrast and backlighting
Call button:
• Press to send out Call Tone
• Sends position when released
(if enabled)
Talk button:
• Press and hold to talk
• Sends position when released
(if enabled)
TFT Display
Page/Quit button:
• Press to cycle through main pages
• Used to quit or escape menu items
Volume (V) button:
• Press to open volume/squelch control
• Press and hold to mute/unmute the
speaker Microphone:
• Hold unit 3-4 inches away when talking
Zoom/Map (Z) button:
• From the Map Page, press to open Zoom control
window
• From any other page, press to display Map Page
and press again to open Zoom control
• Press and hold to turn the electronic compass
On/Off (Rino 530 only)
Speaker
Thumb Stick
• Press In to enter highlighted options and to conrm
messages
• Move Up, Down, Right or Left to
move through lists, highlight elds,
on-screen buttons, icons, enter data,
or move the map panning arrow
• Press In and hold to display Shortcuts Menu.

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Back of the Rino 520/530
2-way FRS/GMRS Antenna
Headset Connector with Weather Cap
Mini USB Port with Weather Cap
GPS Antenna
Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
Belt Clip/Bike/Auto Mount Connector
Battery Pack Locking D-Ring
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Lithium-Ion Battery Information
• Completely charge with the battery attached to the Rino prior to use
to ensure accurate capacity reporting. Refer to the Quick Start Guide.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and high temperatures
as this can reduce useful battery life. See “Specications”
• Do not store a fully discharged battery for long periods of time. This
may prevent the battery from recharging.
• See the section on Warnings and Precautions for instructions on
proper disposal of batteries no longer capable of being recharged.
• If the battery capacity gauge becomes inaccurate; fully discharge
the battery by leaving the unit On, in normal mode, until it shuts off.
Then fully charge the battery while attached to the unit.
Battery Charger Contacts
Lower - Wrist Strap Attachment Point
Upper - Wrist Strap Attachment Point

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Main Display Pages
All of the information you need to operate the Rino 520/530 can be found on ve default main pages (four for the Rino
520). Simply press and release the Page/Quit button to cycle through the Radio Page, Map Page, Active Route Page*,
Compass Page, Altimeter Page (Rino 530 only), and Main Menu Page. You can also access the Main Pages by pressing the
on-screen Main Page button . Customize the Main Page sequence by using the Page Sequence Setup (see page 78).
Main Menu
Radio Page Map Page
Compass Page
Altimeter Page
*Active Route page displays in the main page sequence only
when navigating a route or when on a Go To..
There are two types of Active Route Pages: one with Turn-
By-Turn directions when following roads and one with a list of
points when navigating off road.
The Altimeter Page is
displayed only for the
Rino 530.
Follow
Road
Active Route Page
Off
Road

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Operating the Rino 520/530
For best results, you should initialize the GPS receiver in
your Rino 520/530 unit before you use it the rst time.
See page 7 for instructions on initializing the unit. The
compass and altimeter contained in the Rino 530 should
also be calibrated. Refer to the “Calibrating the Compass”
and “Calibrating the Altimeter” sections.
To use the Thumb Stick:
• Press In to enter highlighted options and to
conrm messages.
• Move Up, Down, Right or Left
to move through lists, highlight
elds, on-screen buttons, icons,
enter data, or move the map
panning arrow.
• Press In and hold to display Shortcuts Menu.
To use the Page Option Menu:
1. Highlight the Option Menu on-screen button at
the top of the display screen and then press
the Thumb Stick In to open the menu.
2. Highlight the desired menu option and press the
Thumb Stick In to activate the option.
3. To close without making a selection, move the
Thumb Stick to the Right.
To Close a feature or setting page:
1. Highlight the Close button at the top of the
page and press theThumb Stick In to return to
the previous page, or press the Page/Quit button.
Shortcuts Menu
The Shortcuts Menu, accessed by holding the Thumb
Stick In, provides quick access to frequently used
features and the Lock Keys option.
To lock/unlock the buttons (keys):
1. Press and hold the Thumb Stick
In to access the Shortcuts Menu.
Highlight Lock Keys and press
the Thumb Stick In. Only the Call
and the Press To Talk buttons are
functional.
2. To unlock, press and hold the Page/Quit button
until “Keylock Disabled” is displayed (about 5
seconds).

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Status Bar Overview
As you move around any of the Main Pages, the current
page’s title briey displays (3 seconds) and then is
replaced by the Status Bar. The Status Bar displays
current settings and operational icons and contains the
Main Page and Page Option Menu buttons.
The available icons are:
Battery Level
Using External Power
Receiving Radio signal
Transmitting Radio signal
Radio On
Peer-To-Peer On/Location Ready to Send
Keylock On
Alarm Clock On
GPS On, 3D Position Fix
Speaker Muted
Weather Alert On (Rino 530 only)
You can adjust the backlight level by pressing the
POWER key and releasing, then tap the POWER key
or press the Thumb Stick Up/Down to cycle through
the levels of backlight adjustment. See page 77 for
information on changing the display colors and backlight
timeout and brightness levels. Backlighting is Off when
you power up the unit. When On, it uses a signicant
amount of battery power.
Pop-Up Messages
Whenever a signicant event in the operation of the unit
occurs, an on-screen message displays to advise you of
the occurrence. In each case, the condition is described
and often a remedy provided. Pressing the Thumb Stick
acknowledges the message and closes the window.
On-Screen Message

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Radio Page
The Radio Page is the rst of the default Main Pages.
This page provides the user interface for FRS (Family
Radio Service) and GMRS (General Mobile Radio
Service) radio operations. Garmin Rino units work with
third party FRS/GMRS radios using standard FRS/GMRS
frequencies. To take advantage of all of the Rino features,
communication with other Rinos is necessary.
The Radio Page also provides access to the Weather
Radio (available in Rino 530 only), which provides
a constant update of current weather conditions by
receiving NOAA weather broadcasts for your area. The
Weather Alert feature further enhances the Weather Radio
by automatically notifying you of any weather alerts,
even when the Weather Radio is not is use and the FRS/
GMRS radio is not transmitting or receiving an audio
transmission. These features are helpful while outdoors or
planning any trips or activities.
Initializing the Rino 520/530
To take full advantage of the Rino 520/530 features,
the GPS receiver must be initialized. The initialization
process allows the Rino 520/530 to receive and store
satellite information and begin using the satellites for
navigation. Initialization is automatic and should only
take a few minutes. If this is the rst time the unit is used
or if you have moved more than 600 miles from your last
used location, initialization may take up to 5 minutes.
Radio Page

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To initialize the unit:
1. Take the Rino 520/530 outside where there is an
unobstructed view of the sky and turn it on.
2. The unit begins to search for satellite signals. A
Satellite Signal graph is displayed on the Radio
page or you can get more detailed information by
accessing the Satellite Page from the Main Menu.
3. The rst time you initialize your Rino it could take
up to ve minutes. When the GPS is initialized and
ready for navigation, three or more green GPS
signal bars are displayed.
If for some reason the unit is not able to gather the
necessary satellite information, refer to the GPS Trouble-
shooting Chart in the Appendix.
Using Name and Symbol Fields
The Name eld allows you to enter a name that appears
on other Rino units as you communicate with them. You
may enter a name using a combination of up to 10 letters,
numbers, or spaces. The Symbol eld allows you to choose
a face icon from a list to further personalize your identity.
To enter a name:
1. Using the Thumb Stick, highlight the Name eld.
Press the Thumb Stick In to activate the eld and
display the keyboard.
2. Move the Thumb Stick Up, Down, Left, or Right
to highlight the Clear eld, then press the Thumb
Stick In to clear the default Name.
3. To enter a new name, use the Thumb Stick to
move the cursor to the desired character (letter,
number, or a space). Press the Thumb Stick In to
select that highlighted character. Choose Back to
delete the character to the left of the cursor. You
may enter up to 10 characters for your name.
Name Field
Symbol Field
Face options
GPS Status
Radio Status

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4. When you have entered your new name, use the
Thumb Stick to highlight OK and then press the
Thumb Stick In.
To change the user symbol:
1. Using the Thumb Stick, highlight the face symbol
on the left of the Name eld. Press the Thumb
Stick In to show a list of available face icons.
2. Move the Thumb Stick Up or Down to scroll
through the selections. Because not all the
selections can t in the window, a slider bar on the
right side indicates your current position in the list.
TIP: Hold the Thumb Stick Up or Down to scroll
through the list more quickly. Once you reach the end
of the list, you can wrap back to the top or bottom by
releasing the Thumb Stick then pressing in the same
direction again. This same method may also be used
on other selection windows.
3. Once you have highlighted the desired icon, press
the Thumb Stick In to change the symbol.
Changing the
user symbol
Entering a name
with the on-screen
keyboard

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520/530 Owner’s Manual
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Setting the Channel and Code
The Rino 520/530 has a total of 22 channels (not
including GMRS repeater channels) and 38 codes to
select from using the Channel and Code elds. Channels
1–7 and 15-22 are GMRS channels, 8-14 are FRS
channels, and 15R–22R are GMRS repeater channels
(repeater channels are available on U.S. units only and
are disabled by default). To communicate with other Rino
and FRS/GMRS users, you must be on the same channel
and code. Garmin Rino units work with 3rd party FRS/
GMRS radios, provided the other radios use standard
FRS/GMRS frequencies. A chart of Rino frequencies may
be found in the “Appendix.”
Squelch codes allow you to hear calls from only specic
persons. Thirty-eight (38) Codes (called Continuous
Tone Controlled Squelch System or CTCSS) allow
your Rino 520/530 to ignore unwanted calls from other
persons using the same channel. Simply select the same
code (number) as selected by the other person(s) with
which you plan to communicate.
NOTE: Codes do not cause your conversation to be
private. They only allow you to lter out other users
on the same channel, so you only hear the radios you
want to hear. Codes on are not a scrambling system!
Refer to the section on Voice Scramble operation.
Select from FRS 8–14, GMRS 1-7 & 15–22,
and 15R–22R GMRS repeater channels (with
Repeater Channels enabled).