Silva Multi-Navigator User manual

POSITION
4.4.1
GPS ELEV
4.4.1.1
SAT STATUS
4.4.1.2
GPS
4.4.2
GPS
4.4.2
TIME
4.4.3 SUNSET
4.4.3.1
SUNRISE
4.4.3.2
BARO
4.4.4
FORECAST
4.4.4.1
ALTITUDE
4.4.5
MIN/MAX
4.4.5.1
TURN OFF
GPS
4.5.2.1
POSITION
FORMAT
4.5.2.2
GPS ELEV
OFFSET
4.5.2.3
MORE
SETTINGS
4.5.1 GOTO
WAYPOINT
4.5.3.1
ODOMETER
MAX SPD
4.5.3.2
MORE
SETTINGS
4.5.1
GOTO LEG
4.5.3.3
12/24
HOURS
4.5.4.1
SET
TIMEZONE
4.5.4.2
MORE
SETTINGS
4.5.1
BARO
HISTORY
4.5.5.1
BARO ALT
CORR
4.5.5.2
MORE
SETTINGS
4.5.1
SET REF
ALT
4.5.6.1
EDIT REF
ALT
4.5.6.2
CALIB
ALTITUDE
4.5.6.3
RESET
MIN/MAX
4.5.6.4
COMPASS
4.4.6
COMPASS
4.4.6
GOTO
WAYPOINT
4.5.3.1
MAGNETIC
VAR
4.5.7.2
DEVIATE
COMPASS
4.5.7.3
Multi-NavigatorTM
Function Overview
STORE
POSITION
4.4.7.1
GOTO
WAYPOINT
4.5.3.1
MAGNI-
POINTER
4.4.7.3
NEW
WAYPOINT
4.4.7.4
EDIT
WAYPOINT
4.4.7.5
VIEW
WAYPOINT
4.4.7.6
DELETE
WAYPOINT
4.4.7.7
ROUTE MENU
4.4.7.8
NEW ROUTE
4.4.7.8.1
ACTIVATE
ROUTE
4.4.7.8.2
EDIT ROUTE
4.4.7.8.3
VIEW ROUTE
4.4.7.8.4
DELETE
ROUTE
4.4.7.8.5
MORE
SETTINGS
4.5.1
GOTO LEG
4.5.3.3
MORE
SETTINGS
4.5.1

Built-in GPS antenna
ON/OFF button
UP/DOWN buttons
WAYPOINT button
LEFT/RIGHT
buttons COMPASS button
YES (SET) button
NO (ESC) button
DISPLAY (LCD)
Bubble level
Battery compartment External power / data in/out

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CONTENTS
Multi-NavigatorTM - The only thing you need, to get you there and back safely.
If you want to instantly try the Multi-NavigatorTM and probably its most valuable function,we recommend
you to read chapter 2- One-Button-GPSTM -The only thing you have to learn to get started! - Good Luck!
It is also good to read the chapter about hints and tips (See 5.1.8) before using the Multi-NavigatorTM.
Introduction
Thankyouforchoosingthe SILVAMulti-NavigatorTM.Weare proudto provideyouwith thelatestnavigationtechnology
andwe aresure that whetheryou arean experiencednavigatoror a beginnerin thisfield,the SilvaMulti-NavigatorTM
will assist you in experiencing adventure and returning safely.
A few words about the product itself:
It is a Multi-NavigatorTM that includes a GPS. By Multi-NavigatorTM we mean a multi-function navigation system,
which would normally involve carrying a variety of instruments.
The Multi-NavigatorTM has a built-in electronic compass, which gives you accurate directions to where you want to
go, even when standing still or moving slowly, which is impossible with an ordinary GPS.The electronic compass
also offers another advantage - it has very low power consumption, actually it gives you 100 hours* worth of
navigation on just two AA batteries! The combination of the electronic compass and the high performing GPS
receiver is ideal when navigating on foot for long periods.
The Multi-NavigatorTM also features a highly accurate altimeter which can calculate your altitude to within 1 metre
(3 feet), compared to an ordinary GPS, which is normally only accurate to within about +/- 30 metres (100 feet).The
altimeter function is a valuable navigation aid in any terrain.
Youwill also finda weatherforecast barometerin the Multi-NavigatorTM which inaddition to givingyouthe forecast,
gives the barometric history over the last 24 hours!
Get OutThereTM
*=GPS position update every 30 minutes and using the electronic compass navigation for 15 seconds every five
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CONTENTS 4
2 ONE-BUTTON-GPSTM -THE ONLYTHINGYOU HAVETO LEARNTO GET STARTED! 5
2.1 Battery installation 5
2.2 How to store your ”HOME” position 5
2.3 Finding your way back is easy 5
3 NAVIGATION DEFINITIONS -WHAT DOTHEWORDS MEAN? 6
4 THE MANUAL,THE LCD,THE BUTTONSANDTHE MAIN FUNCTIONS 7
4.1 About this manual 7
4.2 THE DISPLAY (LCD) 7
4.3 THE BUTTONS (FIG. 009) 7
4.3.1 ON / OFF and Backlight (FIG. 002) 8
4.3.2 YES (FIG. 011) and NO (FIG. 012) dialogue buttons 8
4.3.3 Main functions UP/DOWN (FIG. 013) 8
4.3.4 LEFT/RIGHT buttons (FIG. 014) 8
4.3.5 COMPASS button (FIG. 008) 8
4.3.6 WPT button (FIG. 004) 8
4.4 The different main functions and how to find them 9
4.4.1 POSITION FUNCTION (FIG. 003) 9
4.4.2 GPS NAVIGATION FUNCTION (FIG. 017-018) 9
4.4.3 TIME FUNCTION (FIG. 019) 10
4.4.4 BAROMETER FUNCTION (FIG. 022) 10
4.4.5 ALTITUDE FUNCTION (FIG. 024) 10
4.4.6 IntellicompassTM COMPASS FUNCTION 11
4.4.7 WAYPOINT FUNCTION / ROUTES 11-13
4.5 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHE DIFFERENT MAIN FUNCTIONS 14
4.5.1 MORE SETTINGS (FOUND IN ALL MAIN FUNCTIONS) 14-15
4.5.2 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHE POSITION FUNCTION 15-16
4.5.3 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHE GPS NAVIGATION FUNCTION 16
4.5.4 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHETIME FUNCTION 17
4.5.5 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHE BARO FUNCTION 17
4.5.6 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHEALTITUDE FUNCTION 17-18
4.5.7 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHE IntellicompassTM function 18
5 PRACTICAL NAVIGATION EXAMPLE 18
5.1 The fishing trip to the lake 18
5.1.1 How to enter the lake as a waypoint in the Multi-NavigatorTM 18-19
5.1.2 How to store your ”* HOME *” position 19
5.1.3 Now, let’s navigate to the lake! 19
5.1.4 Checking the direction during your trip 20
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5.1.5 Checking the correct direction and distance to the lake 20
5.1.6 At the lake 20
5.1.7 Finding your way back to the car 20
5.1.8 Other hints and tips 20-21
6 MAPSANDTHEIR REFERENCE SYSTEMS 21
6.1 Lat/Long (FIG. 045) 21
6.2 UTM system (FIG. 046) 21
6.3 Other grid systems 21
7 MAINTENANCE, FAQSAND FAULT FINDING 21
7.1 Maintenance 21
7.2 Fault finding 21
7.2.1 The Multi-NavigatorTM does not start at all 21
7.2.2 The GPS receiver can not calculate its position 21
7.2.3 My altimeter function shows incorrect values 22
7.2.4 Why was the weather forecast not correct? 22
7.2.5 Why is my compass is showing 20 degrees out? 22
7.2.6 I have carried out the Autodeviation and the compass is still out compared to North
indicated on the map. 22
8 SPECIFICATIONS 22
8.1 Technical specifications 22-23
9 OPTIONALACCESSORIES 23
10 IMPORTANT INFORMATION /WARNINGS 24
10.1 Important about the Global Positioning System (GPS) 24
10.2 Important about the accuracy of the electronic compass 24
10.3 Important about the accuracy of the altimeter 24
10.4 Important about the weather forecast 24
10.5 Product changes/improvements 24
10.6 Copyright 24
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1 CONTENTS
The SILVA Multi-NavigatorTM is delivered with the following:
Qty Description
1 Multi-NavigatorTM Instrument
1 Interactive Neoprene Pouch
1 Users Manual
1 Warranty Card
Registration of this product
Once you have checked that you have all the parts listed, please take time to fill in the warranty document and
return it to this address:
SILVA SWEDEN AB Box 998 Kuskvägen 4 S-191 29 SOLLENTUNA SWEDEN
By returning the warranty card, in the event of experiencing difficulties with this product, we will be able to assist
you with prompt and expert attention.
Keep your proof of purchase, which, in combination with theWarranty Card validates your Warranty.
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2 One-Button-GPSTM -The only thing you have to learn to get started!
If your main concern is to easily find your way back to your starting position (called ”**HOME**”), this short
chapter will give you the necessary information and you will be navigating in only a few minutes!
2.1 Battery installation
Unscrew the lid over the battery compartment at the bottom of the Multi-NavigatorTM and insert two AA batteries.
(FIG.001) Be careful to insert them with the correct polarity.
Note! Since the Multi-NavigatorTM reads the barometric pressure even when shut off, it always consumes some
power. When you are not going to use your Multi-NavigatorTM for some time we recommend you remove the
batteries.
2.2 How to store your ”HOME”position
Note!
In order to get accurate compass directions we recommend you to deviate the built-in electronic compass before
using the compass function. See chapter 4.5.7.3
1. Go outside on a fairly open spot (without tree cover etc)
2. Start the Multi-NavigatorTM by a pressing the ON-button. (FIG. 002)
3. After a short while, (this can take a few minutes, if the Multi-NavigatorTM has to determine your position
somewhere in the whole world) the screen will show your position. Before proceeding to the next
pointwerecommendyou waituntil the3D symbol in thebottom of theLCD has stoppedflashing.Thisis a sign
of a stable GPS position. (FIG. 003)
4. Press and hold theWPT-button (FIG. 004) until the new ”NEW HOME STORED” is shown (FIG. 006).The LCD
shows the countdown ”STORING NEW HOME in 5...4...3...2...1”. (FIG. 005)
5. Your position is now stored! Switch off the Multi-NavigatorTM by pressing and holding the ON-button
(FIG. 002) and start your trip.
2.3 Finding your way back is easy
1. Start the Multi-NavigatorTM with a long press on the ON-button. (FIG. 002)
2. After a few moments the screen will show your current position with a sign that the GPS has calculated its
position.The 3d symbol will be lit in the bottom of the display.
3. Press COMPASS-button (FIG. 008) and the Multi-NavigatorTM points out the direction to your ”**HOME**”
position with the built-in electronic compass and also shows you the distance.(FIG. 007)
4. Hold the Multi-NavigatorTM horizontally in front of you (check the bubble level on the Multi-NavigatorTM) and
turn around in the direction shown by the left/right arrows.When facing in the correct direction - start your trip
back to ”**HOME**”.
5. In order to save batteries you can switch off the Multi-NavigatorTM with a long press on the ON-button
(FIG. 002).
6. When the Multi-NavigatorTM is shut off and you want to check the compass direction towards your starting
position (your **HOME**) just press and hold the compass button and face in the direction indicated on the
display. Now you have checked the compass direction that was valid the last time the Multi-NavigatorTM
calculated its position, using the GPS receiver. If you want an update of the data valid for your current position,
you must start the Multi-NavigatorTM by pressing the ON/OFF (FIG. 002). button.Wait a few seconds for the
GPS receiver to calculate its position before checking the direction to go, in the compass function by pressing
COMPASS-button (FIG. 008).
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3 NAVIGATION DEFINITIONS -What do the words mean?
In this manual and in the Multi-NavigatorTM you will find some words that are used quite frequently. Knowing the
meaning of them will make your navigation more fun and the use of the Multi-NavigatorTM even easier.
GPS - Global Positioning System which,thanksto more than24satellites around Earth, canprovide uswithsignals
which are used by the GPS receiver in the Multi-NavigatorTM to calculate an accurate position. It is good to know
that the GPS satellites circles around Earth at an elevation of approximately 20 000 km.The GPS receiver in the
Multi-NavigatorTM needs to receive signals from at least 4 satellites in order to calculate its position. Since the
satellite signals are quite weak it is good to know that it is always to prefer to use the Multi-NavigatorTM in quite
open areas in order to get it to navigate quickly.
WAYPOINT - a position stored in the Multi-NavigatorTM memory, which can be used as a target to navigate. A
waypoint is stored complete with latitude, longitude, altitude (from the air-pressure controlled altimeter sensor),
time and date. It is also stored as an 8 character name.
ROUTE - A number of waypoints connected together in a route.
ACQUISITION -When the GPS receiver collects satellite data, but has not yet calculated a position. SEARCH -The
GPS receiver shows the number of satellites it has contact with.
TRACKING - When the GPS receiver collects satellite data and has calculated a position.
XTE (CrossTrack Error) - The distance (or ”side-error”) you have deviated from the straight line of travel by, when
navigating to a waypoint.
TTG (TimeTo Go) - The calculated time it will take you to reach the waypoint you are now navigating towards.
BEARING - The direction towards a selected waypoint from your current position.
COURSE - The direction you are travelling in. UTC - UniversalTime Coordinated. This is the time which the GPS
system is using and it is normally the same as GMT (Greenwich MeridianTime) except from daylight saving time
adjustment during the summer.
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4 THE MANUAL,THE LCD,THE BUTTONSANDTHE MAIN FUNCTIONS
4.1 About this manual
* To have a good overview over the different functions and the Multi-NavigatorTM we recommend you to unfold
the first and last page in this manual when reading the contents.
* Each time a push-button is referred to in this manual, the push-button name will appear in bold and CAPITAL
letters, e.g.WPT
* Unless otherwise stated, the push-button presses are momentary, i.e. less than 2 seconds.
* Long press means that the button must be pressed and held for more than 2 seconds.
Note!
This manual is for the to SILVA Multi-NavigatorTM version 1.11. We have put in a lot of effort, in order to make this
manual correct and complete. Because we continuously improve our products, some information may differ from
the functionality found in later versions. If you need further information contact your national distributor or read
more at: www.silva.se
4.2 THE DISPLAY (LCD)
TheLCD isdesigned toperform intough weatherconditions andyouwill easily beable touse yourMulti-NavigatorTM
in temperatures as low as -25C. It will work equally well in high temperatures up to +70C. Our main concern has
been to give you clear and easy to read navigation information so that you can rely on your navigator, also when the
going gets tough. Of course it is back-lit to assist you during night navigation.
4.3 THE BUTTONS (FIG. 009)
The keyboard layout is designed for one-handed operation and gives quick access to all the different functions.The
keyboard is also backlit for use in the dark.
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THE BUTTONS 4.3.1 ON / OFF and Backlight (FIG. 002)
Start the Multi-NavigatorTM by pressing and holding the ON/OFF button for more than 2 seconds.You will see the
version number followed by battery status and current temperature*. (FIG. 010)
The Multi-NavigatorTM will search for satellites and calculate your current position.The first time, this will normally
take a few minutes but the next time it will be much quicker.
Shut off the Multi-NavigatorTM by pressing and holding the ON/OFF button for more than 2 seconds.
Note!The barometer will continue to log weather data, when the Multi-NavigatorTM is shut off.
Back lightTurn ON or OFF the backlight with a short press on the ON/OFF button when in operation. In battery
mode, the light is on for 10 seconds.
If the Multi-NavigatorTM is used with external power the light will be on until turned off again.
*=The temperature will show correct values at start.The temperature of the electronic circuits inside the Multi-
NavigatorTM will rise, which will affect the temperature readings.Therefore, make sure you have the unit switched
off for at least 30 minutes before re-starting it, if you want an accurate temperature reading.
4.3.2YES (FIG. 011) and NO (FIG. 012) dialogue buttons
When you are in a main function, press the YES-button to see what kind of settings/options are available in the
menu for that particular function. Use UP or DOWN to scroll through the options. Select option by pressing YES/
SET or deny/escape option by pressing NO/ESC.When ready, exit by pressing NO/ESC.
4.3.3 Main functions UP/DOWN (FIG. 013)
Press UP or DOWN to select the preferred main function. Also used to change a value or character (up or down).
4.3.4 LEFT/RIGHT buttons (FIG. 014)
Press LEFT/RIGHT to see side functions related to the main function.There are side-functions related to all main
functions.They are also used to move the cursor in either direction to allowfor changing a digit or character when
entering names and numbers.
4.3.5 COMPASS button (FIG. 008)
This is the button for direct access to the compass function. Press either UP or DOWN whenever you would like
to leave the compass function.There is a time limit of 1 minute before the COMPASS function automatically exits
to the GPS Navigation function.
4.3.6WPT button (FIG. 004)
The WPT-button handles everything that has to do with waypoints. A press on WPT will activate the Waypoint
Menu from which you can select to store your present position as a waypoint, or create a new waypoint by
entering its co-ordinates etc. A long press (approx. 5 seconds) on WPT will store a new * HOME * position
according to the One-Button-GPSTM (see chapter 2). Before a new * HOME * is created, a count down timer will
display time left until the * HOME * position is created.
Note! An old * HOME * position can not be restored if overwritten.
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4.4 The different main functions and how to find them
When the instrument is started you reach five of the six main functions by pressing the UP/DOWN buttons. If you
areindoorsand wantto become familiarwith the Multi-NavigatorTMfunctions, werecommend youturnoff theGPS
receiver by pressingYES in the POSITION function and press YES once more when answering the question SHUT
OFF GPS RECEIVER. Now you can explore the functions without having the GPS trying to find satellites from
indoors.
The main functions are, in order (by repeatedly pressing DOWN-button) FIG. 010: POSITION-GPS-TIME-BAROME-
TER-ALTIMETER and back to POSITION again. (Naturally you can press UP instead to find the different functions in
reverse order).
TheMulti-NavigatorTM alsohas abuilt-in electroniccompassthat hasits owndedicated COMPASS-button (FIG.008),
which is easily accessible in any of the other functions at any time.You can now try on your own to scroll through
the different functions starting with the POSITION function
4.4.1 POSITION FUNCTION (FIG. 003)
In this function you see your current position (if the GPS receiver is on) shown in either Lat/Lon or a grid system
depending upon which you have selected.You will also see icons at the bottom of the LCD, showing if the GPS
receiver is searching for satellites (Acquisition - AQU), or is navigating with the help of three (2D) or more (3D)
”visible” satellites. Note that a flashing 3D or 2D when the Multi-NavigatorTM is started means that less than 5
satelliteshavebeen found forthe position calculation.Toachievehighest possible accuracyitis recommendable to
wait unil the 3D (or 2D) symbol has stopped flashing. Now check which side-functions are available by pressing
RIGHT.
4.4.1.1 GPS ELEVATION (FIG. 015)
This is the elevation (altitude) calculated by the GPS receiver. It normally varies within +/- 30 metres.The graphic
indicator shows current rate of ascent/descent (one segment pointing up means the rate of ascent is 1 metre/
second). Press RIGHT and you will find....
4.4.1.2 SATELLITE STATUS (FIG. 016)
Indication of GPS receiver status, number of satellites found and also a signal level indication 1-9 where 9 is the
highest signal level. ACQUISITION means collection of satellite data but not yet navigating, 2D or 3D means that
theGPSreceiver hascalculateda three or twodimensional position. SEARCHmeans that thereceiver is searching
for satellites.TRACK means that the GPS receiver is using the showed no. of satellites for its navigation. GPS OFF
is shown if the GPS receiver is shut off. Press RIGHT again and you are back in POSITION. Now press DOWN to
reach the next main function which is....
4.4.2 GPS NAVIGATION FUNCTION (FIG. 017-018)
This function can appear in three ways, depending on whether you have a stored waypoint or a stored * HOME *
you want to go to. If you have no waypoint or * HOME * stored you will see in the LCD, the current course you are
travelling on and your speed over the ground. (FIG. 017) If you have a waypoint stored which you have selected to
go to, it will look like this.(FIG. 018) Here there is information added that relates to the selected waypoint.You see
the waypoints name, bearing and distance to waypoint and on the lower row your current course and speed
calculated by the GPS receiver. In the top row you seeTimeTo Go and also CrossTrack Error if you have selected
that. (See 4.5.1.8) In the middle of the LCD you have the steering information i.e. in what direction and how much
you have to turn, in order to head straight towards the waypoint. Important! Note that the steering indicator shows
the direction in relation to your current direction of travel.This means that it will not react if you turn the unit left or
right - you will have to change the direction you are moving for the steering pointer to move. If you are navigating
towards a * HOME * position the text ”* HOME *” is lit in the upper part of the display. By pressing RIGHT
repeatedlyyou willsee the differentalternatives(navigationwith wpt (ifone is selected),with *HOME *(ifselected)
otherwise the function will show just GPS and the course and speed.
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Note! The GPS navigation function only works correctly when moving!
Press DOWN and you will reach the........
4.4.3TIME FUNCTION (FIG. 019)
This function shows current date and time in selected format (12 or 24 hour). Press RIGHT to find side-functions
related toTime and you reach.....
4.4.3.1 SUNSET (FIG. 020)
Thisshowsthe time ofsunset at the presentlocation (same day).To check thesunsetat the locationof a previously
stored waypoint press YES and you open the SELECT WAYPOINT screen. Press YES again and select waypoint
with UP/DOWN and when found press YES andthe SUNSETatthat location isshown.(FIG.050)Whenreadypress
RIGHT and you will find....
4.4.3.2 SUNRISE (FIG. 021)
This shows the time of sunrise at the selected location (same day). If you did not select a waypoint in 4.4.3.1 the
sunrise shown is at your present position. Proceed in the same way as in 4.4.3.1 if you want to check the sunrise
at another waypoint. Another press on RIGHT and you are back inTime function again. Now pressDOWN and you
will reach the....
4.4.4 BAROMETER FUNCTION (FIG. 022)
You will see here the current barometric pressure in the selected unit and also the barometric trend (rising, steady
orfalling)which indicatesthe weather change trend.Whenin the barometricfunction, the barometerisreading and
displaying the current air pressure, every other second. (When in other functions or when shut off, the barometer
reads the current air pressure every 15th minute).The right end of the graphic pointer points up if the air pressure
is going up and vice versa. Each ”segment” represents 0.5 hPa/mbar per hour change in pressure. Press RIGHT
and you find...
4.4.4.1 FORECAST (FIG. 023)
Here you find the weather forecast for the next 12 hours calculated by the Multi-NavigatorTM.The five levels are:
SUNNY, PARTLY CLOUDY,CLOUDY, RAIN and STORMWARNING. Press DOWN and you will reach the........
4.4.5ALTITUDE FUNCTION (FIG. 024)
Thealtimeter is ahighly accurate air-pressurecontrolled altimeter, which, providedit is recentlycalibrated,will give
altitude readings accurate to plus or minus one metre. You will see here the current altitude and the vertical speed
(variometer)intheselected unit. Each segmenton the graphic pointerindicatesa verticalspeed up ordown byone
metre per second. If you have set a reference altitude (see 4.5.6.1) a small triangle is shown which means that the
altitude shown is the deviation from the set reference altitude.
Since the altimeter is depending on changes in the barometric pressure, you will find that changes in the weather
will affect the displayed altitude.Therefore, it is recommended that the altimeter is calibrated as often as possible
in order to achieve the highest possible accuracy in the altitude readings. More about this in chapter 4.5.6.3 Press
RIGHT and you will find....
4.4.5.1 MIN/MAXALTITUDE
This shows the minimum and maximum altitude visited since it was last reset. If you now press DOWN you are
back in the POSITION main function where you started.
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4.4.6 IntellicompassTM COMPASS FUNCTION
The electronic compass function is found by pressing the dedicated COMPASS button. (FIG. 008)The electronic
compass is detecting the Earth’s magnetic field and shows you the correct compass course when standing or
moving slowly.This makes the IntellicompassTM the perfect navigation function when using the Multi-NavigatorTM
on foot. (An ”ordinary” GPS does not have this function and is in this sense, useless for pointing out the desired
direction of travel.)
There are three ways that the IntellicompassTM function can look, depending on whether you have selected a
waypoint or * HOME * to go to:
1. Whenno waypoint isselected the compassfunctionworks asa normal magneticcompass i.e. the graphicnorth
indicator points to north (as a compass needles north end does) and on the bottom line you will see the direction
theMulti-NavigatorTM is pointingin and thecardinal/intercardinal points such asSSW(SouthSouthWest)(FIG.025)
2. When a **HOME** waypoint is stored/selected you will see the distance and the steering indicators guide you
inthe correctdirection towardsyour* HOME* waypoint.Youwillstill beable to useit as anormal compass,since
the direction and cardinal/intercardinal points are shown on the bottom line. (FIG. 026)
3. When a waypoint is selected to go to you will see the distance and the steering indicators guide you direction
towards the waypoint you have selected.You will still be able to use it as a normal compass since the direction
and cardinal/intercardinal points are shown on the bottom line.Where you have stored a **HOME** waypoint
andhaveselected a waypointto goto youwillbe able totoggle betweenthe twowaypointsby pressingRIGHT/
LEFT repeatedly to see navigational data ”out” to your GOTO waypoint and ”BACK” data to your **HOME**
waypoint.
Note! The magnetic compass has an accuracy of approx. +/- 3 degrees, provided it is autodeviated and held
horizontally. We recommend you autodeviate the compass frequently, at least every time you change batteries.
Seechapter4.5.7.3 4.4.7WAYPOINTFUNCTION / ROUTESTheWPT-button(FIG.004) opensthewaypointfunction.
Everything that is related to waypoints such as storing your position as a waypoint, enter a new waypoint, view a
waypoint etc is found in this function.When you want to leave the waypoint function, press NO.The first thing you
find when pressing WPT is...
4.4.7.1 STORE POSITION (FIG. 026)
Here is where you store your present position as a waypoint and also give it a name for future reference.
4.4.7..2 GOTOWAYPOINT (FIG. 027)
Here iswhere youselect apreviously storedwaypointas your destination.Press YES andthe Multi-NavigatorTM will
suggest the first waypoint (alphabetically) as your destination. Press UP or DOWN to ”scroll” through the stored
waypoints. As you do this you will see the name, bearing and distance to the waypoint.Thanks to the compass you
will also instantly be able to point out the direction to the waypoint shown in the display.Turn the Multi-NavigatorTM
in the direction the steering arrows in the display and you will be facing in the direction of the waypoint! AValuable
function for quick orientation when in the field!When the correct one is found press YES and the navigation will
start.
4.4.7.3 MAGNIPOINTER (FIG. 028)
The MagnipointerTM enables you to create waypoints by pointing your Multi-NavigatorTM in the required direction of
travel and entering the distance to the target.This is especially valuable when you would like to enter waypoints
found on maps without reference systems (tourist maps, yellow pages etc).
Proceed like this:
1. Press YES when in the MagnipointerTM function and the current compass direction is shown.
2. Point and turn the Multi-NavigatorTM so that the required bearing appears in the display and at that time press
SET.
3. The bearing on which you will create the waypoint is now locked and you are prompted to enter the distance.
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4. After having entered the distance with UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT press SET and you can give the waypoint
created a name.When done press SET and the MagnipointerTM waypoint is created.
Bearings to a waypoint can be created either by using a protractor on the map or by pointing in a certain direction
in the field.
Note! The MagnipointerTM is an function which should only be used, when the waypoint you want to create will be
ona map withouta reference system.Pleasenote that itis always preferable andmoreaccurate toenter a waypoint
by its co-ordinates (see 4.4.7.4).
4.4.7.4 NEWWAYPOINT (FIG. 029)
This function is used for entering new waypoints into the Multi-NavigatorTM memory. Press YES and a co-ordinate
in the selected format will appear. Enter the correct co-ordinate by using UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT buttons.
When the complete co-ordinate is correct press SET and you can if you wish enter the altitude of the waypoint.
Press SET again and you can give the waypoint a name. When done, press SET and the text ”WAYPOINT STO-
RED” appears.
4.4.7.5 EDITWAYPOINT
In this function you can edit the previously stored waypoints. You might want to change the name, altitude or
maybeeven thelocation (co-ordinates).It isdone inthe samelogicalorder as”NEWWAYPOINT” withthedifference
that when scrolling to find the waypoint you want to edit you will also see the bearing and distance to the one
shown in the display. (FIG. 030)You can also use the compass for pointing out the direction to it in the field.
4.4.7.6VIEWWAYPOINT
Hereis where you canlook at thedifferentwaypointsin thememory.When pressingYES yousee the firstwaypoint
in the memory and its location (co-ordinates). Scroll UP/DOWN until you find the one you want to view. When
found you press RIGHT repeatedly to see: bearing and distance to it, time and date when it was created and its
altitude.
4.4.7.7 DELETEWAYPOINT
Function used to delete a waypoint from the memory. The search routine is same as in 4.4.7.6 4.4.7.8 ROUTE
MENU (FIG. 031)This opens the menu where everything that handles routes is found.This is the function to use
when, for example, you want to connect a number of waypoints into a desired travel route. One advantage with
routesis that theMulti-NavigatorTM automaticallychangesto the nextwaypointonthe routewhen youhavereached
awaypointi.e. itdoes not requireyou tomanuallychangetothenextwaypoint.One other advantageis the factthat
you can also recall a route reversed if you want to ”return home” by the same route.You can store up to 10 routes
each consisting of max. 100 waypoints. Select route menu by pressing YES and you will find....
4.4.7.8.1 NEW ROUTE (FIG. 032)
Here is where you create new routes. Note that you must have a number of waypoints stored before you can
createa route. PressYES if you wantto create anewroute and thetext”ADDWAYPOINT” appearswhichprompts
youto adda startingwaypointforthe route.WhenpressingYESthefirstwaypoint(in alphabeticalorder) issuggested.
Use UP/DOWN to find your starting waypoint and when found pressYES. (If you have a lot of waypoints in the
memory and you want to search letter by letter, press RIGHT and you can search on each letter.)You will also see
the direction and distance from your current position to the waypoint displayed. Repeat the procedure to add more
waypoints into the route the same way as described above.When a new waypoint is added the LCD will show you
”WAYPOINT ADDED”(FIG.033), which leg you added,thenames of the”from”and ”to” waypointsas well asthe
bearingand distanceofthis leg. (FIG. 034)Continue to add waypoints.Whenyouhaveadded yourfinal destination
waypoint press NO when the display shows ADDWAYPOINT and the route is stored.
Note! Anytime, while adding waypoints into a route, you can press RIGHT/LEFT to see data about the total route.
(FIG. 040). One more press will get you back and you can add more waypoints to the route.
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4.4.7.8.2 ACTIVATE ROUTE (FIG. 035)
When a route is stored and you want to navigate along it, you must activate it. Press YES, to search for a stored
route by pressing UP/DOWN and select by pressing YES.The next step is to select in which direction you want to
navigate the route. ACTIVATE FORWARD if you want to navigate the route the way it was stored i.e. from the
starting waypoint tothe final destinationwaypoint.PressUP/DOWN andthe textACTIVATEREVERSEDwill appear
which you select if you want to navigate the route in the opposite direction.When activating a route, the Multi-
NavigatorTM willautomaticallydetect where onthe route youare anddirect youto aposition on theclosestleg from
your current position.
4.4.7.8.3 EDIT ROUTE
If you want to edit a previously stored route (you might want to add a new final destination waypoint, change start
waypoint, insert a waypoint or maybe change one) you select this function. Select the route the same way as in
4.4.7.8.2
Thefirst leg inthe route appears.UseUP/DOWN tofind the legyou wouldliketo edit.Whenthe leg isfound press
YES, that opens available options. Select option with UP/DOWN.The options are INSERT - inserts a waypoint in
betweenthe twowaypointsin the leg,ADD - adds anewwaypointat the end ofthe route, REPLACE - replaces the
target waypoint in the leg, REMOVE - removes the target waypoint in the leg.When you have made changes press
NO to save the changes and exit.
4.4.7.8.4 VIEW ROUTE
Use this function to view a route and its different waypoints/legs. The search routine is the same as in chapter
4.4.7.8.3 4.4.7.8.5 DELETE ROUTE Use this function to delete a route. Search for the route by press UP/DOWN.
When found press YES and the route will be deleted. Note! When you delete a route you do not delete the
individual waypoints from the waypoint memory. This means that you can create a new route with the same
waypoints later on.
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4.5 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHE DIFFERENT MAIN FUNCTIONS
To open the different settings/alternatives related to every main function just press YES (FIG. 011) when in the
specific function.When settings are entered, the small flashing arrows indicate that you can reach other settings/
alternatives by pressing UP or DOWN. For example if you press YES when in the GPS function the LCD will look
like this. (FIG. 036). If you want to go to waypoint stored earlier just pressYES (and you will be able to select which
of the stored ones you want to go to). If you want to see what other settings/alternatives are available, pressUP or
DOWN. If you do not want to alter or make any settings (or when you have finished your settings and want to exit
the setting mode back to the main function) just press NO (ESC).
Note! The procedure is the same for all settings/alternatives related to every main function:
1. When in a main function, press YES to reach the settings/alternatives related to that function.
2. Find the required setting/alternative by pressing UP or DOWN.
3. When the required setting/alternative is found just press YES (it sometimes shows SET) to open it.
4. Make the required changes by using UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT and when finished press YES (SET). (If you
change your mind when in the setting mode, you can always leave it without having made any changes by
pressing NO (ESC)).
4.5.1 MORE SETTINGS (FOUND INALL MAIN FUNCTIONS)
The MORE SETTINGS set-up is found under all different settings/alternatives menus. Here you can find settings
that you normally only set once (or at least very seldom) for speed unit, distance unit etc.
4.5.1.1 PRESSURE UNIT
Here you select unit for the air pressure. Available units are HPA (hectoPascal), INHG (inches of mercury), MMHG
(millimetres of mercury) and MBAR.
4.5.1.2ALTITUDE UNIT
Here you select the unit for altitude. Available units are METRES and FEET.
4.5.1.3 DISTANCE UNIT
Hereyouselectthe distance unit.Availableunits are KM(kilometres)NAUTIC M (nauticalmiles)and MILES (miles).
4.5.1.4 SPEED UNIT
Here you select unit for the distance. Available units are KM/H (kilometres per hour), M/S (metres per second),
KNOTS (knots) and MILES/H (miles per hour).
4.5.1.5TEMP UNIT
Here you select unit for the temperature. Available units are CELSIUS (Celsius) and FAHRENHEI (Fahrenheit).
4.5.1.6 NORTH REF
Here you select your north reference.Available alternatives areTRUE NORTH, MAGNETIC
NORTHandGRID NORTH.Thissettingdependsonwhichnorth referencesystemyouhaveon yourmap. Normally
mapsuse truenorth i.e.meridiansthat aredirectedtowardsthe GeographicNorthpole. Ifyour maphas geographic
meridians as the north reference you selectTRUE NORTH. Some maps though are using ”magnetic meridians”
i.e. meridians that are directed towards the Magnetic North pole (that is towards where the magnetic compasses
arepointing). If yourmap hasmagnetic meridians asnorth referenceyouselect MAGNETICNORTH. Onmaps with
grid and Lat/Lon reference systems or on maps with grid systems only (such as UTM, MGRS, Swedish grid, UK
Grids etc.) there is a need for the possibility to use the grid lines as the north reference. If you wish to use the grid
lines as the north reference you select GRID NORTH. Read more about different reference systems in chapter 6.
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4.5.1.7 PRESSURE SENSOR CALIBRATION
Here is where you set the offset of the pressure sensor. The pressure sensor in the Multi-NavigatorTM is very
accurate and can detect pressure changes down to 0.1 hPa (height differences less than 1 metre).The displayed
resolution is 1 metre. Since the sensor might have a small offset from the true barometric value there can be a
need to set the offset to get the most accurate barometer readings.To do this you need to compare the current
barometric value with another, very accurate, barometers current value. If you find that they differ, you adjust the
pressure sensor offset up or down until they show the same values. Note! Do not calibrate the pressure sensor
unless you are absolutely sure that the reference barometric value is correct!
4.5.1.8 SHOW XTE (CrossTrack Error)
Here is where you select the CrossTrack Error when in the GPS navigation function.Available alternatives areYES
and NO. CrossTrack Error is the distance to one side, at right angles to the intended direction of travel. (FIG.037)
CrossTrack Error can be useful when you want to travel in a certain direction and stay on course without deviating
from it.This can be good for example, when walking on a course through detailed or wild terrain and you need to
travel in a straight line for safety sake
If you want to see the CrossTrack Error in the GPS main function when navigating towards a waypoint you select
YES, if not, select NO.
4.5.1.9 SET DEGREES/MILS
Hereiswhere youselect whichgraduation you wouldlike to usefor thedirectionsshown bythe Multi-NavigatorTM.
Available alternatives are DEGREES, MILS/6400, MILS/6300, MILS/6000 and 400gon. Normal graduation on the
compass is 360 degrees. If you would like to use this as your ”graduation” select DEGREES. Many defence forces
(NATO and others) use 6400 MILS.The Swedish army uses 6300 mils.
4.5.1.10 SOFTWAREVERSION
The software version as well as the internal serial number of your Multi-NavigatorTM is found here.
4.5.1.11 DELETEALLWPT
This function deletes the complete waypoint memory as well as all the stored routes! Do not enter it unless this
is what you really want to do!
4.5.1.12 LANGUAGE SELECTION
Hereyou select which languageyouwouldlikethe Multi-NavigatorTM to useforits messages etc.It is goodtoknow
that you can reach the LANGUAGE SELECTION from any main function by pressing YES-UP-YES-UP-YES and
then scroll through the list of languages with UP/DOWN until your preferred language is found.Then press SET
and the language is selected.
4.5.2 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHE POSITION FUNCTION
4.5.2.1TURN OFF GPS RECEIVER
Useful if you are indoors (where the GPS signal is normally lost) and want to work with the Multi-NavigatorTM e.g.
editing waypoints etc. Even though the GPS receiver may be turned off, you can turn on the instrument to access
this function. This is an important benefit when outdoors as well, especially on long trips, when the saving of
battery power is important.
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4.5.2.2 POSITION FORMAT and MAP DATUM
Here is where you select which kind of position format you would like to use. Either you use a Latitude/Longitude
system or you use a grid system.Which system you select depends on which reference system is shown on your
map. After having selected the position format you are prompted to select a map datum.The Multi-NavigatorTM
recommends a map datum for the selected position format. (When selecting the British Ordnance Survey grid
system reference, the OSGB-36 map datum is recommended and so on) If you are using the Multi-NavigatorTM
with a map (which is recommended) you should select the map datum used on the map.The reason for this is that
when you are ”translating” the co-ordinates to or from the Multi-NavigatorTM they must correspond to the map
datum. If the wrong datum is selected there is a risk that the position shown in the Multi-NavigatorTM will not
correspond with your actual position on the map. Information about the map datum can normally be found in the
margins of the map.
4.5.2.3 GPS ELEV OFFSET
Here you can set an offset to the elevation calculated by the GPS receiver in the Multi-NavigatorTM.The elevation
you get from the GPS system is not always the correct height above sea level. If you check the GPS ELEV function
(see 4.4.1.1) and it is different from the correct altitude you find yourself at, then you can correct this by setting an
offset in this function.
4.5.2.4 MORE SETTINGS
See 4.5.1
4.5.3 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHE GPS NAVIGATION FUNCTION
4.5.3.1 GOTOWAYPOINT (FIG 036)
Hereis where youselect whichwaypoint tonavigate to.SelectYES if you wantto selectthe waypoint indicated. In
this case the Multi-NavigatorTM suggests the waypoint last entered. If that is the one you want to go to, confirm
with YES. After confirmation the LCD will show ”GOTO NAV STARTED” and instantly ”jump” back to the GPS
navigation function. If you want to go to another waypoint that is available in the memory press UP or DOWN to
search for it in alphabetical order.You can also search by single letters by first pressing RIGHT, so that the first letter
flashes.Then use UP or DOWN to select a letter.When selected, press RIGHT to search for the next letter and so
on.When the requested waypoint is found press YES to confirm.
4.5.3.2 ODOMETER/MAX SPEED
When you start the Multi-NavigatorTM the odometer will start to calculate the distance travelled. It will also register
yourmax speed.When youwantto leave thefunction press ESC,ifyouwantto reset theodometer and maxspeed
press SET. 4.5.3.3 GOTO LEG* (FIG. 038) In this function you manually select along which leg on the activated
route you want to navigate. As described in 4.4.7.8.2 the Multi-NavigatorTM will automatically select the leg closest
toyourcurrent position.Ifyouwish to navigateon adifferentleg than theoneselected bythe Multi-NavigatorTM you
make that selection here. PressYES and select your leg with UP/DOWN. When the leg is found pressYES and
navigation starts. *=This function will only be available if a route has been stored and activated. 4.5.3.4 MORE
SETTINGS See 4.5.1
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4.5.4 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHETIME FUNCTION
4.5.4.1 12/24 HOURTIME FORMAT
Select in which format you would like the time to be presented.Available options are 12 and 24 hours.
4.5.4.2 SETTIMEZONE
Hereyou setyourlocal timezone(in 30 minintervals) comparedto UniversalTimeCoordinated(UTC)See chapter 3.
Enter a positive value for timezones located eastbound and vice versa for westbound timezones. Note that the
Multi-NavigatorTM will find the UTC time by itself, thanks to the data received from the satellites.
4.5.4.3 MORE SETTINGS
See 4.5.1
4.5.5 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHE BARO FUNCTION
4.5.5.1 BARO HISTORY (FIG. 039)
Here you can read the pressure history over the last 36 hours.The values shown, indicate the absolute pressures
recorded over the previous 36 hours and the change compared to the present barometric pressure. Leave the
function by pressing NO-button
4.5.5.2 BAROALT CORR (FIG. 040)
This function is good to use if, for example, you are staying/living at high altitude and want to read the air pressure
at sea level. Enter the altitude you are at and the barometric readings will be shown as if you were at sea level. If
you do not enter a reference altitude (0 metres) you will have the absolute air pressure shown in the display. It can
be good to know that 8 metres in altitude means a pressure change of one (1) hPa/mbar and that normal air
pressure at sea level is 1013 hPa/mbar.
4.5.5.3 MORE SETTINGS
See 4.5.1
4.5.6 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHEALTITUDE FUNCTION
4.5.6.1 SET REFALT
Thisis avery goodfunctionif youwantto keeptrack ofyouraltitudecompared to, forexample,thealtitudeat which
you started your trip. In this function you set your current altitude as the reference altitude.This means that the
displaywill showhowmany metres(or feet)youhave”gained” or”lost” compared tothe referencealtitude.When
a reference altitude is set, the altitude is shown in the display with a small triangle side.
4.5.6.2 EDIT REFALT
Here you can set a reference altitude at a different position from the one you are at. Also, you can set the reference
altitude to zero if you want true altitude to be read in the altitude function.
4.5.6.3 CALIB ALTITUDE (FIG. 041)
Calibration of the altimeter. When YES is selected you use UP/DOWN to enter your current altitude above sea-
level. In the bottom row you see a pressure value. This is the reduced pressure value at sea level (QNH-
QuasiNonHydrostatic).This willchangeas youchange the altitude value.If you knowthe local QNH-pressure(from
a weather forecast, airport etc) you press UP/DOWN until that is read in the display - the instrument will then be
automatically correctly calibrated. If you have not calibrated your altimeter for a long period of time and you are
unsureof the changes inair-pressure sincethe last time,it can be agood idea (andquite accurate) tocheck the GPS
ELEVATION (see 4.4.1.1) and use that as your calibration altitude.
Note! We recommend you calibrate the altimeter frequently in order to achieve accurate readings.
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4.5.6.4 RESET MIN/MAX
Here you can reset the stored min/max altitude values.
4..5.6.5 MORE SETTINGS See 4.5.1
4.5.7 SETTINGS/ALTERNATIVES INTHE IntellicompassTM function
4.5.7.1 GOTOWAYPOINT See 4.5.3.1
4.5.7.2 MAGNETICVARIATION (DECLINATION) (PIC. 042)
Hereis where yousetthe local magneticvariation(declination).Availablealternatives areMAN (manual adjustment)
and AUTO (automatic adjustment). Magnetic variation (declination) is the local difference between the direction to
the Geographic North Pole and the direction to the Magnetic North Pole to which all magnetic compasses point.
Since most maps use Geographic North as north reference and a magnetic compass points in a slightly different
direction you should compensate for that in order to get compass directions that are correct compared to bearings
on the map.
Normally you can find information about the local magnetic variation (declination) on your map. If you want to set it
manually, you select MAN and enter the amount of the variation (declination) in degrees and if it is Easterly or
Westerly.
IntellicompassTM:The Multi-NavigatorTM has a built-in, very advanced, magnetic model which calculates the local
magnetic variation (declination) automatically by using the GPS position. If you at all are unsure of the amount of
the magnetic variation we recommend you select AUTO.
4.5.7.3 DEVIATE COMPASS
In order to obtain the highest possible accuracy from the built-in electronic compass, it is very important that you
adjust the compass for deviation.We recommend you do it at least every time you change the batteries.
Place the Multi-NavigatorTM on a non-magnetic and horizontal surface and press YES. When the text AUTODEV
ROTATE SLOWLY appears - take about twenty seconds to rotate the unit 400 degrees. When the rotation is
completed, the text ”AUTODEV SUCESSFULL” tells you that it has been done correctly and that the compass is
ready to use. If AUTODEV FAILED appears just enter the function again and try once more.Tip! If you are in the
outdoors, do the deviation by holding the unit horizontally in your hand (check the bubble level) and turn yourself
400 degrees until the deviation is done correctly.
4.5.7.4 GOTO LEG
See 4.5.3.3
4.5.7.5 MORE SETTINGS
See 4.5.1
5. PRACTICAL NAVIGATION EXAMPLE
Here we will show you, step by step, a practical example of how you can use your Multi-NavigatorTM in practise.
5.1The fishing trip to the lake
In this example we are going to fish in a lake we have never been to before.We have a topographic map of the area
and we will drive by car to the spot where the road ends.We know the way to the end of the road but we want to
use the Multi-Navigator to find the lake and also to find our way back to the car.
5.1.1 How to enter the lake as a waypoint in the Multi-NavigatorTM
First of all we determine the position of the lake by using the co-ordinates on the map. (FIG. 043)This map uses