Garmin D2 Pilot Instruction manual

D2™ Pilot Watch Quick Start Manual
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Getting Started
When using your device the first time, you should complete
these tasks to set up the device and get to know the basic
features.
1Charge the device (page 1).
2Register the device (page 4).
3Learn about the sensor data and modes (page 1).
4Acquire satellites and record a track (page 2).
5Create a waypoint (page 3).
6Get the owner's manual (page 4).
Charging the Device
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the contacts and the
surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer.
The device is powered by a built-in lithium-ion battery that you
can charge using a standard wall outlet or a USB port on your
computer.
1Plug the USB end of the cable into the AC adapter or a
computer USB port.
2Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.
3Align the left side of the charging cradle À with the groove on
the left side of the device.
4Align the hinged side of the charger Á with the contacts on
the back of the device.
When you connect the device to a power source, the device
turns on.
5Charge the device completely.
Keys
ÀSelect to turn the backlight on and off. Hold to turn the
device on and off.
Á
D2
Select to scroll through the data pages, options, and
settings. Hold to navigate to an airport by airport code
(page 3).
Â
NRST
Select to scroll through the data pages, options, and
settings. Hold to navigate to the nearest airport
(page 3).
ÃSelect to return to the previous screen. Hold to view the
status page.
ÄAction key Select to open the menu for the current screen. Select
to choose an option and to acknowledge a message.
Hold to mark a waypoint.
Viewing the Status Page
You can quickly switch to this page to view the time of day,
battery life, and GPS status information from any other page.
Hold .
Viewing the Data Pages
Customizable data pages allow you to quickly access real-time
data from internal and connected sensors. When you begin
tracking or navigating, additional data pages appear.
From the time of day page, select or to cycle through
the data pages.
Data Pages
The data pages available on your device vary based on the
device mode. In low power mode, GPS is disabled, and the
device does not record data. In tracking mode, GPS is enabled
and sensor data is recorded to the track log, but you are not
navigating to a destination. In navigation mode, you are
navigating to a destination.
NOTE: Your body temperature affects the temperature and
density altitude. To get the most accurate temperature reading,
remove the device from your wrist and wait 20–30 minutes.
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Low Power Mode
The compass page displays the
time of day À, direction of travel in
degrees Á, and cardinal direction
Â.
The altimeter page displays the
time of day À, pressure altitude
Á, and barometric pressure Â.
The temperature page displays the
time of day À, temperature Á,
and density altitude Â.
Tracking or Navigation Modes
The compass page displays the
bearing to the nearest airport À,
compass ring Á, and direction of
travel in degrees  (tracking
mode only).
The horizontal situation indicator
(HSI) displays the course line
pointer À, bearing to the next
waypoint Á, to-and-from indicator
Â, and course deviation indicator
(CDI) Ã. The dots Ä indicate the
distance of deviation (navigation
mode only).
The altimeter page displays the
alert altitude À (page 3),
pressure altitude Á, and
barometric pressure Â.
The temperature page displays the
time of day À, temperature Á,
and density altitude Â.
Tracking or Navigation Modes
The map displays your current
location and direction À, the route
to your next waypoint Á, and the
bearing to your next waypoint Â.
The nearest airport page displays
the airport identifier À, bearing to
the airport Á, distance to the
airport Â, track over ground Ã,
and the estimated time to the
airport Ä.
The instruments page displays
your ground speed À, altitude Á,
track over ground Â, and the
vertical speed in feet per minute
Ã.
The next waypoint page displays
the waypoint name À, bearing to
the waypoint Á, distance to the
waypoint Â, track over ground Ã,
and the estimated time to the next
waypoint Ä (navigation mode
only).
Acquiring Satellite Signals and Recording a
Track
Before you can use the GPS navigation features, such as
recording a track, you must acquire satellite signals.
The time and date are set automatically based on the GPS
position.
1Select the action key.
2Select Start GPS.
3Go to an area with a clear view of the sky and remain
stationary while the device acquires satellite signals.
4Walk around or travel to record a track.
Your distance and time appear.
5Select to view the loop of data pages.
You can customize some data pages. See the owner's
manual (page 4).
6Hold .
7Select an option:
• Select Pause Track to pause tracking.
• Select Save Track to save your track.
• Select Clear Track to erase the track without saving.
• Select Stop GPS to turn off GPS without deleting your
track.
Stopping GPS
1Select the action key.
2Select Stop GPS.
2

Setting the Altitude Alert
You can set an alarm to vibrate when you reach a specified
altitude.
NOTE: The altitude alert is not available in low power mode.
1From the time of day page, select until the altimeter page
appears.
2Select the action key.
3Select Set Alert.
4Enter the altitude at which the alert is triggered.
Setting the Barometric Pressure
You can manually enter the current barometric pressure. This
can help to improve the accuracy of the pressure altitude
reading.
1From the time of day page, select until the altimeter page
appears.
2Select the action key.
3Select Set Baro..
4Enter the current barometric pressure.
Waypoints
Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device.
Creating a Waypoint
You can save your current location as a waypoint.
1Hold the action key.
2Select an option:
• To save the waypoint without changes, select Save.
• To make changes to the waypoint, select Edit, make
changes to the waypoint, and select Save.
Flight Plans
A flight plan is a sequence of waypoints or locations that leads
you to your final destination. Flight plans are similar to routes
but use direct routing optimized for aviation. You can create
flight plans on your device or by using the Garmin® Pilot
application for mobile devices.
Creating a Flight Plan
1Select the action key.
2Select Flightplan > Create New.
3Select First Point.
4Select a category.
5Select the first point on the route.
6Select Next Point.
7Repeat steps 4–6 until the route is complete.
8Select Done to save the route.
Navigating to a Destination
Before you can navigate to a destination, you must enable
GPS and acquire satellite signals (page 2).
1Select the action key.
2Select an option:
NOTE: Not all options are available in all profiles.
• Select Waypoints.
• Select Tracks.
• Select Routes.
• Select Flightplan.
• Select GPS Tools > Coordinates.
• Select GPS Tools > POIs.
• Select GPS Tools > Geocaches.
3Select a destination or enter information about the
destination.
4Select Go.
The device displays information about your next waypoint.
5Select or to view additional navigation data pages
(page 1).
Navigating to the Nearest Airport
1Hold NRST.
A list of the nearest airports appears.
2Select an airport.
Navigating to an Airport by Identifier
You can navigate directly to an airport by searching for the
airport identifier.
1Hold D2.
2Enter all or part of the alphanumeric airport identifier and
select the action key.
A list of matching airports appears.
3Select the airport.
Navigating with the Horizontal Situation Indicator
1While navigating, from the time of day page, select .
ÀCourse line pointer. Indicates the direction of the desired course
line from your starting point to your next waypoint.
ÁBearing indicator. Indicates the bearing to your next waypoint.
ÂTo-and-from indicator. Indicates whether you are headed to or
from the waypoint.
ÃCourse deviation indicator (CDI). Indicates the location of the
desired course line in relation to your location.
ÄCourse deviation distance. The dots indicate your distance off
course.
TIP: You can select the action key to adjust the scale.
2Change your direction until the bearing indicator is aligned
with the painted mark at the top of watch bezel to move
toward your next waypoint.
TIP: If the to-and-from indicator points opposite the course
line pointer, you are moving away from your next waypoint.
3Continue toward your next waypoint.
The course deviation indicator moves toward the course line
pointer. When the course deviation indicator is fully aligned
with the course line pointer, you are on the selected course
to your next waypoint.
Stopping Navigation
1Select the action key.
2Select Stop Nav..
3

Troubleshooting
Getting the Owner's Manual
You can get the latest owner's manual from the web.
1Go to www.garmin.com/support.
2Select Manuals.
3Follow the on-screen instructions to select your product.
Locking the Keys
You can lock the keys to prevent inadvertent key presses.
1Select the data page you want to view while the keys are
locked.
2Hold and to lock the keys.
3Hold and to unlock the keys.
Resetting Your Device
If the device stops responding, you may need to reset it.
1Hold for at least 25 seconds.
2Hold for one second to turn on the device.
Specifications
Battery type 500 mAh Lithium-ion battery
Battery life Up to 5 weeks
Water resistance Water resistant to 164 ft. (50 m)
NOTE: The watch is designed for surface
swimming.
Operating temperature
range
From -4º to 122ºF (from -20º to 50ºC)
Radio frequency/
protocol
2.4 GHz ANT+™ wireless communications
protocol
Bluetooth® Smart device
Battery Information
The actual battery life depends on how much you use GPS,
device sensors, optional wireless sensors, and the backlight.
Battery Life Mode
16 hours Normal GPS mode
50 hours UltraTrac GPS mode
Up to 2 weeks Always On sensor mode
Up to 5 weeks Watch mode
Registering Your Device
Help us better support you by completing our online registration
today.
• Go to http://my.garmin.com.
• Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe
place.
Device Care
NOTICE
Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that
can damage plastic components and finishes.
Thoroughly rinse the device with fresh water after exposure to
chlorine, salt water, sunscreen, cosmetics, alcohol, or other
harsh chemicals. Prolonged exposure to these substances can
damage the case.
Avoid pressing the keys under water.
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can
degrade the life of the product.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent
damage.
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