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montana600 series
owners manualfor use with models 600, 650, 650t
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All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the
written consent of Garmin. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changesin the content of this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes orimprovements. Go to www.garmin.comfor current updates and supplemental information concerning the useof this product.
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Getting Started1Device Overview1
Battery Information 2
Turning the Device On or Off 4
Satellite Signals 4
Registering Your Device 5
About the Main Menu 5
Using the Touchscreen 5
Rotating the Screen 6
Turning On the Backlight 6
Adjusting the Volume 7
Proles7
Waypoints, Routes, and
Tracks 8
Waypoints 8Using Sight N Go 9
Where To? Menu 10
Routes 11
Tracks 13
Adventures 15
Navigation 16Navigating to a Destination16
Map17
Compass 19
Elevation Plot21
Trip Computer 22
Camera and Photos 23Taking a Photo 23Viewing Photos 23
Geocaches 25Downloading Geocaches25
Filtering the Geocache List 25Navigating to a Geocache 26
Logging the Attempt26
chirp27
Applications 28Using the 3D View 28
About Sharing Data 28
Setting a Proximity Alarm 29
Calculating the Size of an Area 29
Using the Calculator 29
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Viewing the Calendar and
Almanacs 30
Setting an Alarm 30Opening the Stopwatch 31
Satellite Page 31
Customizing Your Device 32
Customizing the Main Menu andthe Application Drawer 32
Creating Shortcuts 32
Customizing Specic Pages 33
Creating a Custom Prole 34
System Settings34Display Settings 35
Appearance Settings 36
Setting the Device Tones 37
Map Settings37
Camera Settings 38Tracks Settings 38
Changing the Units of Measure 39
Time Settings 39
Position Format Settings 39
Heading Settings 40
Altimeter Settings 40
Geocaching Settings 41
Routing Settings 42Marine Map Settings43
Fitness 44
Resetting Data 44
Device Information 45Updating the Software 45Viewing Device Information 45
Specications 45
About the Batteries 46
Caring for the Device 47Data Management 48
Appendix 52Optional Accessories 52
Data Field Options 54
Troubleshooting 59
Index 61
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Getting Started
WARNINGSee theImportant Safety and ProductInformationguide in the productbox for product warnings and otherimportant information.
When using your device the rst time,you should complete these tasks to setup the device and get to know the basicfeatures.
1. Install the batteries (page 2).2. Turn on the device (page 4).
3. Register the device (page 5).
4. Acquire satellites (page 4).
5. Calibrate the compass (page 19).
6. Mark a waypoint (page 8).
7. Create a route (page 11).
8. Record a track (page 13).
9. Navigate to a destination (page 16).
Device Overview
Camera lens (650 and 650t only) Power key
microSDcard slot (under batterydoor) (page 49)
Auto mount power connector
Stereo headphone jack (page 18)
Mini-USB port (under weather cap)
Battery cover D-ring
MCX port for external GPSantenna (under weather cap)
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Battery Information
WARNINGThis product contains a lithium-ionbattery. To prevent the possibility ofpersonal injury or product damagecaused by battery exposure to extreme
heat, store the device out of directsunlight.
The temperature rating for the device(page 45) may exceed the usable rangeof some batteries. Alkaline batteries
can rupture at high temperatures.
notice
Alkaline batteries lose a signicantamount of their capacity as temperaturedecreases. Therefore, use lithium
batteries when operating the device inbelow-freezing conditions.
The device operates on the includedlithium-ion battery pack or three AA
batteries. For tips on maximizingbattery life and other batteryinformation, seepage 46.
Installing the Lithium-ionBattery Pack1. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise,
and pull up to remove the cover.
2. Locate the battery that came inthe product box.
3. Align the metal contacts on thebattery with the metal contacts inthe battery compartment.
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4. Insert the battery into thecompartment, contacts rst.
5. Gently press the battery into place.
6. Replace the battery cover, and turnthe D-ring clockwise.
Charging the Lithium-ion BatteryPack
notice
To prevent corrosion, thoroughlydry the mini-USB port, the weathercap, and the surrounding area before
charging or connecting to a computer.Before you use the device the rsttime, fully charge the battery. Charginga depleted battery takes 4 hours. Thedevice will not charge when outside
the temperature range of 32F to 113F(0C to 45C).
1. Plug the AC charger into a standardwall outlet.
2. Pull up the weather capfrom themini-USB port.
3. Plug the small end of the ACcharger into the mini-USB port.
4. Charge the device completely.
The device may feel warm whencharging.
Removing the Lithium-ion BatteryPack
WARNINGDo not use a sharp object to removebatteries.
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Pull up on the side of the batterythat is closer to the key.
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Installing AA BatteriesInstead of the lithium-ion battery pack,
you can use alkaline, NiMH, or lithiumbatteries. This is especially usefulwhen you are on the trail and cannotcharge the lithium-ion battery pack.Use NiMH or lithium batteries for best
results.1. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise,
and pull up to remove the cover.
2. Insert three AA batteries, observingpolarity.
3. Replace the battery cover, and turnthe D-ring clockwise.
4. Hold (page 1).
5. Select > Stup> Systm> AABattryTyp.
6. Select Alkalin, Lithium, orRchargabl NiMH.
Turning the Device On orOff
Hold (page 1).
Satellite SignalsAfter the device is turned on, it beginsacquiring satellite signals. The devicemay need a clear view of the sky toacquire satellite signals. When the
bars turn green, your device hasacquired satellite signals. The time anddate are set automatically based onthe GPS position. To adjust the timesettings, seepage 39.
For more information about GPS, go towww.garmin.com/aboutGPS.
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Registering Your Device Go to http://my.garmin.com.
Keep the original sales receipt, or aphotocopy, in a safe place.
About the Main Menu
Status bar
Current time and date
Application icons
Application drawer containingmore application icons
Using the Touchscreen Select to open the application
drawer.
Select to close the page andreturn to the previous page.
Select to return to the previouspage.
Select to save changes and closethe page.
Select and to scroll.
Select to open a menu.
Select to search by name.
Locking the ScreenLock the screen to prevent inadvertentscreen touches.
1. Press .2. Select .
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Unlocking the Screen1. Press .
2. Select .
Rotating the ScreenTo lock the screen orientation, seepage 36.
Rotate your device to view inhorizontal (landscape) or vertical(portrait) mode.
Turning On the BacklightThe backlight will turn off after aperiod of inactivity. To change thebacklight timeout, seepage 7.
Touch the screen.
Alerts and messages also activate the
backlight.
Adjusting the BacklightBrightnessNoTe: The backlight brightness maybe limited when the remaining capacity
in the batteries is low.
Extensive use of screen backlightingcan signicantly reduce battery life.You can adjust the backlight brightnessto maximize battery power.
1. While the device is on, press .
2. Use the backlight slider bar toadjust the brightness level.
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The device may feel warm when thebacklight setting is high.
Adjusting the BacklightTimeoutYou can decrease the backlight timeoutto maximize battery power.
Select > Stup> Display>Backlight Timut.
Adjusting the VolumeWhen you are using headphones or an
auto mount, you can adjust the volume.1. While the device is on, press .
2. Use the volume slider bar to adjustthe volume level.
ProlesProles are a collection of settings thatoptimize your device based on howyou are using it. For example, yoursettings and views can be differentwhen you are using the device forgeocaching and for navigating on
water.
When you are using a prole and youchange settings such as data elds orunits of measurement, the changesare saved automatically as part of the
prole.
Selecting a Prole1. Select > Prl Chang.
2. Select a prole.
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Waypoints, Routes,
and TracksWaypointsWaypoints are locations you record andstore in the device.
Creating a WaypointYou can save your current location asa waypoint.
1. Select Mark Waypint.
2. Select an option: To save the waypoint without
changes, select Sav.
To make changes to thewaypoint, select edit, make
changes to the waypoint, andselect Sav.
Finding a Waypoint1. Select Whr T?> Waypints.
2. Select a waypoint.
Editing a WaypointBefore you can edit a waypoint, youmust create a waypoint.
1. Select > Waypint Managr.2. Select a waypoint.
3. Select an item to edit.
4. Enter the new information.
5. Select .Deleting a Waypoint1. Select > WaypintManagr.
2. Select a waypoint.
3. Select > Dlt.
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Increasing the Accuracy of aWaypoint Location
Waypoint Averaging allows you toincrease the accuracy of a waypointlocation by collecting multiple samplesof the waypoint location.
1. Select > Waypint Avraging.
2. Select a waypoint.
3. Move to the location.
4. Select Start.
5. When the Sample Condence status
bar reaches 100%, select Sav.For best results, collect four toeight samples for the waypoint,waiting at least 90 minutes betweensamples.
Projecting a Waypoint1. Select > Sight N G.
2. Point the device at an object or inthe direction of a location.
3. Select Lck Dirctin> PrjctWaypint.
4. Select a unit of measure.
5. Enter the distance to the object, andselect .
6. Select Sav.
Using Sight N GoYou can point the device at an object inthe distance, lock in the direction, andthen navigate to the object.
1. Select > Sight N G.
2. Point the device at an object.3. Select Lck Dirctin> St
Curs.
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Where To? MenuYou can use the Where To? menu tond a destination to navigate to. Not allWhere To? categories are available inall areas and maps.
Additional Maps
You can use additional maps in thedevice, such as BirdsEyesatelliteimagery, BlueChartg2, and CityNavigatordetailed maps. Detailedmaps may contain additional points ofinterest, such as restaurants or marine
services. For more information, go tohttp://buy.garmin.comor contact yourGarmin dealer.
Finding a Location by NameDepending on the maps loaded on
your device, you can search for cities,geographic points, and various pointsof interest (POIs), such as restaurants,hotels, and auto services.
1. Select Whr T?.
2. Select a category.
3. Select .
4. Enter the name or part of the name.
5. Select .
Finding a Location NearAnother Location1. Select Whr T?> > Sarch
Nar.
2. Select an option.
3. If necessary, select a location.
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Finding an AddressYou can use optional City Navigator
maps to search for addresses.
1. Select Whr T?> Addrsss.
2. Enter the country or state, ifnecessary.
3. Enter the city or postal code.NoTe: Not all map data providespostal code searching.
4. Select the city.
5. Enter the house number.
6. Enter the street.
RoutesA route is a sequence of waypoints thatleads you to your nal destination.
Creating a Route1. Select > RutPlannr>
Crat Rut> Slct First Pint.2. Select a category.
3. Select the rst point in the route.
4. Select Us> Slct Nxt Pint.
5. Repeat steps 24 until the route iscomplete.
6. Select to save the route.
Editing the Name of a Route1. Select > RutPlannr.
2. Select a route.
3. Select Chang Nam.
4. Enter the new name.
5. Select .
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Editing a Route1. Select > RutPlannr.
2. Select a route.
3. Select editRut.
4. Select a point.
5. Select an option:
To view the point on the map,select Rviw.
To change the order of the pointon the route, select Mv Dwnor Mv Up.
To add an additional point onthe route, select Insrt.
The additional point is insertedbefore the point you are editing.
To remove the point from the
route, select Rmv.6. Select to save the route.
Viewing a Route on the Map1. Select > RutPlannr.
2. Select a route.
3. Select ViwMap.
Deleting a Route1. Select > RutPlannr.
2. Select a route.3. Select Dlt Rut.
Viewing the Active Route1. While navigating a route, select
> ActivRut.
2. Select a point in the route to viewadditional details.
Reversing a Route1. Select > RutPlannr.
2. Select a route.3. Select Rvrs Rut.
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TracksA track is a recording of your path.
The track log contains informationabout points along the recorded path,including time, location, and elevationfor each point.
Recording Track Logs1. Select > Stup> Tracks>Track Lg.
2. Select Rcrd, D Nt ShworRcrd, Shw on Map.
If you select Rcrd, Shw onMap, a line on the map indicatesyour track.
3. Select Rcrd Mthd.
4. Select an option:
To record tracks at a variablerate that creates an optimumrepresentation of your tracks,select Aut.
To record tracks at a specieddistance, select Distanc.
To record tracks at a speciedtime, select Tim.
5. Select Intrval.
6. Complete an action:
Select an option to record tracksmore or less often.
NoTe: Using the Mst oftninterval provides the most trackdetail, but lls up the devicememory quicker.
Enter a time or distance, andselect .
As you move with the device turnedon, a track log is created.
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Saving the Current TrackThe track being recorded is called the
current track.
1. Select > TrackManagr>Currnt Track.
2. Select what you want to save:
Select Sav Track. Select Sav Prtin, and select
a portion.
Viewing Track Information1. Select > TrackManagr.
2. Select a track.
3. Select Viw Map.
The beginning and the end of thetrack are marked by ags.
4. Select the information bar on thetop of the screen.
Information about the track islisted.
Viewing the Elevation Plot of aTrack
1. Select > TrackManagr.2. Select a track.
3. Select elvatin Plt.
Saving a Location on a Track
1. Select > TrackManagr.2. Select a track.
3. Select Viw Map.
4. Select a location on the track.
5. Select the information bar on the
top of the screen.
6. Select .
7. Select oK.
Changing the Track Color
1. Select > TrackManagr.2. Select a track.
3. Select St Clr.
4. Select a color.
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Archiving a Saved TrackYou can archive saved tracks to save
memory space.
1. Select > TrackManagr.
2. Select a saved track.
3. Select Archiv.
Clearing the Current TrackSelect > Stup> Rst> ClarCurrnt Track> Ys.
Deleting a Track1. Select > Track Managr.
2. Select a track.
3. Select Dlt> Ys.
AdventuresGroup related items together as an
adventure. For example, you can createan adventure for your latest hiking trip.The adventure could contain the tracklog of the trip, photos of the trip, andgeocaches you hunted. You can use
BaseCamp to create and manage youradventures.
Creating an Adventure1. Select > Stup> Advnturs>
Crat Advntur.
2. Select Add Itm.
3. Select an item.
4. Select Us.
5. Repeat steps 24.
Reviewing and Editing anAdventure1. Select > Advnturs.
2. Select an adventure.
3. If necessary, select .
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Navigation
You can navigate a route, a track, to awaypoint, to a geocache, to a photo,or to any saved location in the device.You can use the map or the compass tonavigate to your destination.
Navigating to aDestinationYou can navigate to a destination usingthe map or compass.
1. Select Whr T?.2. Select a category.
3. Select a destination.
4. Select G.
The map page opens with yourroute marked with a magenta line.
5. Navigate using the map (page 17)or compass (page 19).
Starting a TracBack
You can navigate back to the beginning
of a track. This can be helpful whennding your way back to camp or thetrail head.
1. Select > TrackManagr>Currnt Track> Viw Map.
2. Select TracBack.
The map page opens with yourroute marked with a magenta line.
3. Navigate using the map (page 17)or compass (page 19).
Marking and StartingNavigation to a Man OverboardLocationYou can save a man overboard (MOB)location, and automatically startnavigation back to it.
1. Select > Man ovrbard>Start.
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The map page opens with yourroute marked with a magenta line.
2. Navigate using the map (page 17)or compass (page 19).
Stopping NavigationSelect Whr T?> StpNavigatin.
MapThe position icon represents yourlocation on the map. As you travel, theposition icon moves. When you are
navigating to a destination, your routeis marked with a magenta line on themap.
For information about customizingthe map settings, seepage 37. For
information about customizing the mapdashboard and data elds, seepage 33.
Browsing the Map1. Select Map.
2. Select one or more options:
Drag the map to view differentareas.
Select +and -to zoom in andout of the map.
Select a location on the map,and select the information barat the top of the screen to viewinformation about the selectedlocation (represented by a pin).
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Navigating a Driving Route
CAUTIONYou can permanently damage your earsand lose hearing if you listen to thedevice, earbuds, or headphones at highvolume. Limit the amount of time youlisten at high volume. If you experience
ringing in your ears or mufed speech,stop listening and have your hearingchecked.
Before you can use the map, you mustpurchase and load City Navigator
maps. If you plan to use an auto mountaccessory with the device, you mustalso purchase and install the mount inyour vehicle.
1. Select an option:
If you are using a mount withthe device, install the device inthe mount.
Automotive prole is selectedautomatically.
If you are not using a mountwith the device, select >Prl Chang > Autmtiv.
2. If you are not using a mount withthe device, connect headphones or
an audio line-out cable to the stereoheadphone jack.
3. Use the map to navigate to thedestination.
4. Listen to the voice prompts.
NoTe: If nothing is connected tothe headphone jack, audio toneswill replace the voice prompts.
5. Follow the turns in the text baralong the top of the map.
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CompassThe device has a 3-axis compass. You
can use a bearing pointer or a coursepointer to navigate to your destination.
NoTe: When the device is in an automount, the compass displays GPSheading, not magnetic heading.
Calibrating the Compass
notice
Calibrate the electronic compassoutdoors. To improve heading
accuracy, do not stand near objects thatinuence magnetic elds, such as cars,buildings, or overhead power lines.
You should calibrate the compass aftermoving long distances, experiencing
temperature changes, or changing thebatteries.
1. Select Cmpass> > CalibratCmpass> Start.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Navigating with the BearingPointerWhen navigating to a destination,the bearing pointer points to yourdestination, regardless of the directionyou are moving.
1. Begin navigation to a destination(page 16).
2. Select Cmpass.3. Turn until points toward the
top of the compass, and continuemoving in that direction to thedestination.
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About the Course PointerThe course pointer is most useful if you
are navigating on water or where thereare no major obstacles in your path.
The course pointer indicates yourrelationship to a course line leadingto the destination. The course lineto your destination is based on youroriginal starting point.
As you drift from the intended courseto the destination, the course deviation
indicator (CDI) provides theindication of drift (right or left) fromthe course.
The scale refers to the distancebetween dots on the course deviation
indicator.
Navigating with the Course Pointer
Before you can navigate with thecourse pointer, you must changethe pointer setting to Curs (CDI)
(page 40).
1. Begin navigation to a destination(page 16).
2. Select Cmpass.
3. Use the course pointer to navigateto the destination (page 20).
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Elevation PlotBy default, the elevation plot displays
the elevation for an elapsed time.To customize the elevation plot, seepage 40.
Select > elvatin Plt.
Changing the Plot TypeYou can change the elevation plot todisplay pressure and elevation overtime or distance.
1. Select > elvatin Plt> >
Chang Plt Typ.2. Select an option.
Viewing Details about a Pointon the Plot
Select an individual point on the
plot.
Details about the point appear inthe upper-left corner of the plot.
Resetting the Elevation PlotSelect > elvatin Plt>
> Rst >Clar Currnt Track>Ys.
Calibrating the BarometricAltimeterYou can manually calibrate the
barometric altimeter if you knowthe correct elevation or the correctbarometric pressure.
1. Go to a location where the elevationor barometric pressure is known.
2. Select > elvatin Plt> >Calibrat Altimtr.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Trip ComputerThe trip computer displays your current
speed, average speed, maximumspeed, trip odometer, and other helpfulstatistics.
To customize the trip computer, seepage 33.
Resetting the Trip DataFor accurate information, reset the tripinformation before beginning a trip.
Select > Trip Cmputr>
> Rst Trip Data> Ys.
All of the trip computer values areset to zero.
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Camera and Photos
You can take photos with the Montana650 and 650t. When you take aphoto, the geographic location isautomatically saved in the photoinformation. You can navigate to thelocation like a waypoint.
Taking a Photo1. Select > Camra.
2. Turn the device horizontally orvertically to change the orientationof the photo.
3. If necessary, select +or- to zoomin or out.
4. Hold to focus.
5. Release to take a photo.
Setting the Camera for LowLight
Select > Camra> > LwLight Md.
Viewing PhotosYou can view photos you have taken
with the camera (page 23) and photosyou have transferred to the device(page 50).
1. Select > Pht Viwr.
2. Select and to view all the
photos.3. Select a photo to see a larger view
of it.
Viewing a Slideshow1. Select > Pht Viwr.
2. Select a photo.
3. Select > Viw Slidshw.
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Sorting Photos1. Select > Pht Viwr > >
Srt Phts.2. Select Mst Rcntly, Nar a
Lcatin, or on a Spcic Dat.
Viewing the Location of aPhoto
1. Select > Pht Viwr.
2. Select a photo.
3. Select > Viw Map.
Setting a Photo as Wallpaper
1. Select > Pht Viwr.2. Select a photo.
3. Select > St as Wallpapr.
Deleting a Photo1. Select > Pht Viwr.
2. Select a photo.
3. Select > Dlt Pht> Ys.
Navigating to a Photo1. Select > Pht Viwr.
2. Select a photo.3. Select > Viw Infrmatin>
G.
4. Navigate using the map (page 17)or compass (page 19).
Uploading and DownloadingPhotos from Garmin Connect1. Connect your device to a computer
(page 49).
2. Go to http://my.garmin.com.3. If necessary, create an account.
4. Sign in.
5. Follow the on-screen directions toupload or download photos.
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Geocaches
A geocache is like a hidden treasure.Geocaching is when you hunt forhidden treasures using GPS coordinatesposted online by those hiding thegeocache.
Downloading Geocaches1. Connect your device to a computer
(page 49).
2. Go to www.OpenCaching.com.
3. If necessary, create an account.4. Sign in.
5. Follow the on-screen instructionsto nd and download geocaches toyour device.
Filtering the GeocacheListYou can lter your geocache list basedon certain factors, such as the level ofdifculty.
1. Select > Gcaching> QuickFiltr.
2. Select items to lter.
3. Select an option:
To apply the lter to thegeocache list, select Sarch.
To save the lter, select .
Creating and Saving aGeocache FilterYou can create and save custom ltersfor geocaches based on specic factors
you select. After you set up the lter,you can apply it in the geocaches list.
1. Select > Stup> Gcaching>Filtr Stup> Crat Filtr.
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2. Select items to lter.
3. Select an option:
To apply the lter to thegeocache list, select Sarch.
To save the lter, select .
After it is saved, the lter isautomatically named. You canaccess the custom lter from thegeocaches list.
Editing a Custom GeocacheFilter1. Select > Stup> Gcaching>
Filtr Stup.
2. Select a lter.
3. Select an item to edit.
Navigating to a Geocache1. Select > Gcaching.
2. Select Find a Gcach.
3. Select a geocache.
4. Select G.
5. Navigate using the map (page 17)
or compass (page 19).
Logging the AttemptAfter you have attempted to nd ageocache, you can log your results.
1. Select > Gcaching> LgAttmpt.
2. Select Fund, Did Nt Find, orNds Rpair.
3. Select an option:
To begin navigation to ageocache nearest you, selectFind Nxt Clsst.
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To end the logging, select Dn.
To enter a comment about
looking for the cache orthe cache itself, select editCmmnt, enter a comment,and select .
To rate the geocache, select
Rat Gcach, and select anitem to rate.
chirp
A chirp is a small Garmin accessory
that you can program and leave in ageocache. Only the owner of the chirpcan program a chirp, but anyone cannd a chirp in a geocache. For moreinformation about programming achirp, see the chirp Owner's Manualat
www.garmin.com.
Enable chirp Searching1. Select > Stup> Gcaching.
2. Select chirpSarching> on.
Finding a Geocache with achirp1. Select > Gcaching> Shw
chirpDtails.
2. Begin navigating to a geocache(page 26).
When you are within 32.9 feet(10 m) of the geocache thatcontains a chirp, details about the
chirp appear.
3. If available, select G!to navigateto the next stage of the geocache.
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Applications
Using the 3D View1. Select > 3D Viw.
2. Select an option:
To increase the angle ofelevation, select -.
To decrease the angle ofelevation, select +.
To pan the 3D map forward,select .
To pan the 3D map backward,select .
To rotate the view to the left,select .
To rotate the view to the right,select .
About Sharing DataYour device can send or receive datawhen connected to another compatibledevice. You can share waypoints,geocaches, routes, and tracks.
Sending and Receiving DataWirelesslyBefore you can share data wirelessly,you must be within 10 feet (3 m) of acompatible Garmin device.
1. Select > Shar Wirlssly.
2. Select Sndor Rciv.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Setting a Proximity AlarmProximity alarms alert you when
you are within a specied range of aparticular location.
1. Select > Prximity Alarms.
2. Select Crat Alarm.
3. Select a category.4. Select a location.
5. Select Us.
6. Enter a radius.
7. Select .
When you enter a proximity alarmarea, the device will sound a tone.
Calculating the Size of anArea1. Select > Ara Calculatin>
Start.
2. Walk around the perimeter of thearea you want to calculate.
3. Select Calculatwhen nished.
Using the CalculatorThe device has a standard calculatorand a scientic calculator.
1. Select > Calculatr.2. Complete an action:
Use the standard calculator.
Select > Scintic to use thescientic calculator functions.
Select > Dgrsto calculatedegrees.
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Viewing the Calendar andAlmanacs
You can view device activity, such asa waypoint was saved, and almanacinformation for the sun and moon, andhunting and shing.
1. Select .
2. Select an option:
To view device activity forspecic days, select Calndar.
To view the sunrise, sunset,
moonrise, and moonsetinformation, select Sun andMn.
To view the predicted best timesfor hunting and shing, select,Hunt and Fish.
3. If necessary, select or toview a different month.
4. Select a day.
Setting an AlarmIf you are not currently using the
device, you can set the device to turnon at a specic time.
1. Select > Alarm Clck.
2. Select +and -to set the time.
3. Select Turn Alarm on.4. Select an option.
The alarm sounds at the selected time.If the device is off at the alarm time,the device turns on and sounds the
alarm.
Starting the Countdown Timer1. Select > Alarm Clck> >
Timr.
2. Select +and -to set the time.
3. Select Start Timr.
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Opening the StopwatchSelect > Stpwatch.
Satellite PageThe satellite page shows your currentlocation, GPS accuracy, satellitelocations, and signal strength.
Changing the Satellite View1. Select > Satllit> .
2. If necessary, select Track Uptochange the view of the satellites tobe oriented with your current tracktoward the top of the screen.
3. If necessary, select Multiclrto assign a specic color to thesatellite in the view and to thesignal strength bar of that satellite.
Turning Off GPSSelect > Satllit> > Us
With GPS off.Simulating a Location1. Select > Satllit> > Us
With GPS off.
2. Select > St Lcatin on Map.
3. Select a location.
4. Select Us.
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Customizing YourDevice
Customizing the MainMenu and the ApplicationDrawer
Select and drag any icon on themain menu or application drawer toa new location.
Open the application drawer anddrag an icon up to the main menu.
To drag an icon to a new menupage, select and drag the icon overthe left or right arrows.
Select > Main Mnuto edit themain menu and application drawer.
Creating Shortcuts1. Select > Shrtcuts >Crat
Shrtcut.2. Enter a name for the shortcut.
3. Select the item you want to openwith this shortcut.
Adding a Shortcut to the MenuBefore you can add a shortcut to themain menu or application drawer, youmust create a shortcut.
1. Select > Shrtcuts.
2. Select the shortcut.3. Select Add t Mnu.
4. Select Main Mnuor Drawr.
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Customizing SpecicPages
Data elds display information aboutyour location or other specied data.Dashboards are a custom grouping ofdata that can be helpful to a specic orgeneral task, such as geocaching.
You can customize the data elds anddashboards of the map, compass, andtrip computer.
Enabling the Map Data Fields
1. Select Map> > Stup Map>Dashbard.
2. Select Small Data Filds or LargData Fild.
Changing the Data FieldsBefore you can change the map data
elds, you must enable them (page 33).1. Open the page for which you will
change the data elds.
2. Select a data eld to customize.
3. Select a data eld type.
For data eld descriptions, seepage 54.
Customizing Dashboards1. Open the page for which you want
to customize the dashboard.2. Select an option:
From the map, select >Stup Map> Dashbard.
From the compass or trip
computer, select > ChangDashbard.
3. Select a dashboard.
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Creating a Custom ProleYou can customize your settings and
data elds for a particular activity ortrip.
1. Customize the settings as necessary(pages 3244).
2. Customize the data elds asnecessary (page 33).
3. Select > Stup> Prls.
4. Select Crat Nw Prl> oK.
Editing a Prole Name
1. Select > Stup> Prls.2. Select a prole.
3. Select edit Nam.
4. Enter the new name.
5. Select .
Deleting a Prole1. Select > Stup> Prls.
2. Select a prole.3. Select Dlt.
System SettingsSelect > Stup> Systm.
GPSsets the GPS to Nrmal,WAAS/eGNoS(Wide AreaAugmentation System/EuropeanGeostationary Navigation OverlayService), or Dm Md(GPS
off). For information about WAAS,go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS/waas.html.
Txt Languagsets the textlanguage on the device.
NoTe: Changing the text languagedoes not change the language ofuser-entered data or map data, suchas street names.
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Setting the Device TonesYou can customize tones for messages,
keys, turn warnings, and alarms.
1. Select > Stup> Tns.
2. Select a tone for each audible type.
Map SettingsSelect > Stup> Map.
orintatinadjusts how the mapis shown on the page.
Nrth Upshows north at the
top of the page. Track Upshows your current
direction of travel toward thetop of the page.
Autmtiv Mdshows an
automotive perspective with thedirection of travel at the top.
Guidanc Txtallows you toselect when to show guidance text
on the map. Dashbardselects a dashboard to
display on the map. Each dashboardshows different information aboutyour route or your location.
Advancd Map Stupsets thezoom levels, the text size, and thedetail level of the map.
Aut Zmautomaticallyselects the appropriate zoomlevel for optimal use on yourmap. When offis selected, youmust zoom in or out manually.
Zm Lvlsselects the zoomlevel for map items.
Txt Sizselects the text sizefor map items.
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Dtailselects the amountof detail shown on the map.
Showing more detail may causethe map to redraw more slowly.
Shadd Rlifshows detailrelief on the map (if available)or turns off shading.
Vhiclallows you to selectthe position icon, whichrepresents your position on themap.
Map Infrmatinallows you toenable or disable the maps currentlyloaded on the device. To purchaseadditional maps, seepage 10.
Map Spdadjusts the speed atwhich the map is drawn.
Camera SettingsSelect > Stup> Camra.
Pht Rslutinchanges theresolution of the photos you willtake.
Sav Phts Tallows you toselect the storage location.
Camra Instructinsdisplaysbrief directions on taking a photowith the camera.
Tracks SettingsSelect > Stup> Tracks.
Track Lgturns track recordingon or off.
Rcrd Mthdselects a track
recording method. Aut records thetracks at a variable rate to createan optimum representation of yourtracks.
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Intrvalselects a track logrecording rate. Recording points
more frequentlycreates a more-detailed track, but lls the track logfaster.
Aut Archivselects anautomatic archive method toorganize your tracks. Tracks aresaved and cleared automaticallybased on the user setting.
Clrchanges the color of thetrack line on the map.
Changing the Units ofMeasureYou can customize units of measure fordistance and speed, elevation, depth,temperature, and pressure.
1. Select > Stup> Units.
2. Select a measurement type.
3. Select a unit of measure for thesetting.
Time SettingsSelect > Stup> Tim.
Tim Frmatallows you toselect a 12-hour or a 24-hourdisplay time.
Tim Znallows you to selectthe time zone for the device. You
can select Autmaticto set thetime zone automatically based onyour GPS position.
Position Format Settings
NoTe: Do not change the positionformat or the map datum coordinatesystem unless you are using a map orchart that species a different positionformat.
Select > Stup> Psitin Frmat.
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Psitin Frmatsets the positionformat in which a given location
reading appears. Map Datumsets the coordinate
system on which the map isstructured.
Map Sphridshows the
coordinate system the device isusing. The default coordinatesystem is WGS 84.
Heading SettingsYou can customize the compasssettings.
Select > Stup> Hading.
Displaysets the type ofdirectional heading on the compass.
Nrth Rfrncsets the northreference of the compass.
G T Lin/Pintrallows youto select how the course appears.
Baring (Smallor Larg)thedirection to your destination.
Curs (CDI)the coursedeviation indicator displaysyour relationship to a course
line leading to a destination. Cmpassswitches from an
electronic compass to a GPScompass when you are travelingat a higher rate of speed for a setperiod of time (Aut), or turns thecompass off.
Calibrat Cmpasspage 19.
Altimeter SettingsSelect > Stup> Altimtr.
Aut Calibratinallows thealtimeter to self-calibrate each timeyou turn the device on.
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Barmtr Md
Variabl elvatinallows the
barometer to measure changesin elevation while you aremoving.
Fixd elvatinassumesthe device is stationary at a
xed elevation. Therefore, thebarometric pressure should onlychange due to weather.
Prssur Trnding
Sav Whn Pwr on
records pressure data only whenthe device is turned on. Thiscan be useful when you arewatching for pressure fronts.
Sav Alwaysrecords pressure
data every 15 minutes, evenwhen the device is turned off.
Plt Typ
elvatin/Timrecords
elevation changes over a periodof time.
elvatin/Distancrecordselevation changes over adistance.
Barmtric Prssurrecordsbarometric pressure over aperiod of time.
Ambint Prssurrecordsambient pressure changes over a
period of time. Calibrat Altimtrpage 21.
Geocaching SettingsSelect > Stup> Gcaching.
Gcach Listallows you todisplay the geocache list by namesor codes.
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Fund Gcachsallows youto edit the number of geocaches
found. This number automaticallyincreases as you log a nd(page 26).
chirpSarchingpage 27.
Prgram chirpprograms the
chirp accessory. See the chirpOwner's Manualatwww.garmin.com.
Filtrpage 25.
Routing SettingsThe device calculates routes optimizedfor the type of activity you are doing.The routing settings available varybased on the activity selected.
Select > Stup> Ruting. Activityallows you to select an
activity for routing.
Rut Transitinsavailable onlyfor some activities.
Autautomatically routes youto the next point.
Manualallows you to selectthe next point on the route.
Distancroutes you to the
next point on the route whenyou are within a specieddistance of your current point.
Calculatin Mthd(availableonly for some activities) selects a
preference for calculating routes. Lck on Radlocks the
position icon, which representsyour position on the map, onto thenearest road.
Avidanc Stup(available onlyfor some activities) allows you toselect the road type you want toavoid.
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Marine Map Settings Marin Alarm Stup
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Marine Map SettingsSelect > Stup> Marin.
Marin Chart Mdallows youto select a nautical chart or a shingchart:
Nauticaldisplays various mapfeatures in different colors so
that the marine POIs are morereadable. The nautical chartreects the drawing scheme ofpaper charts.
Fishing(requires marine
maps) displays a detailed viewof bottom contours and depthsoundings. Simplies mappresentation for optimal usewhile shing.
Apparancallows you to set theappearance of marine navigationaids on the map.
Marin Alarm Stup
Anchr Drag Alarmalarm
sounds when you exceed aspecied drift distance whileanchored.
off Curs Alarmalarmsounds when you are off course
by a specied distance. Dp Watr/Shallw Watr
alarm sounds when you enterwater of a specic depth.
Setting up Marine Alarms
1. Select > Stup> Marin>Marin Alarm Stup.
2. Select an alarm type.
3. Select on.
4. Enter a distance.
5. Select .
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Fitness Restoring Specic Page
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FitnessFor more information on optional
tness accessories, seepage 52.
Resetting DataYou can reset trip data, delete allwaypoints, clear the current track, or
restore default values.
1. Select > Stup> Rst.
2. Select an item to reset.
Restoring Specic Settings to
Defaults1. Select > Stup.
2. Select an item to reset.
3. Select > Rstr Dfaults.
Restoring Specic PageSettings
You can restore the settings for themap, compass, and trip computer.
1. Open the page for which you willrestore the settings.
2. Select > Rstr Dfaults.
Restoring All Default SettingsYou can reset all the setup values to theoriginal settings.
Select > Stup> Rst> Rst
All Sttings> Ys.
Device Information
Device Information Specications
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Device Information
Updating the SoftwareBefore you can update the software,you must connect the device to yourcomputer (page 49).
1. Go to www.garmin.com/products/webupdater.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
NoTe: Updating the software does noterase any of your data or settings.
Viewing DeviceInformationYou can view the unit ID, softwareversion, and license agreement.
Select > Stup> Abut.
Specications
Water
resistance
Fully gasketed, high
impact plastic alloy,waterproof to IEC60529 IPX7
Battery type Lithium-ion batterypack (010-11654-03)or three AA batteries
(alkaline, NiMH, orlithium)
Battery life Lithium-ion batterypack: up to 16 hours
AA batteries: up to 22
hoursBatterychargingtemperaturerange
From 32F to 113F(from 0 to 45C)
Operating
temperaturerange
From -4F to 158F
(from -15 to 70C)
Device Information
Stereo 3 5 mm CAUTION
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Stereoheadphonejack
35 mm
NOTE: The device
is not intended tobe used to listen tomusic
About the Batteries
WARNINGThis product contains a lithium-ion
battery. To prevent the possibility ofpersonal injury or product damagecaused by battery exposure to extremeheat, store the device out of direct
sunlight.
The temperature rating for the device(page 45) may exceed the usable rangeof some batteries. Alkaline batteriescan rupture at high temperatures.
Do not use a sharp object to removebatteries.
CAUTIONContact your local waste disposal
department to properly recycle thebatteries.
notice
Alkaline batteries lose a signicantamount of their capacity as temperature
decreases. Therefore, use lithiumbatteries when operating the device inbelow-freezing conditions.
If you store a fully charged device ina location above 131F (55C), thebattery will automatically discharge toprolong the lifetime of the battery.
Maximizing Battery LifeYou can do various things to increase
the battery life. Exit the camera application when
you are not taking photos.
Device Information
Leave the backlight off when not Never use a hard or sharp object to
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Leave the backlight off when notneeded.
Lower the backlight brightness(page 6).
Decrease the backlight timeout(page 7).
Enable battery save mode
(page 36). Set the Map Spdto Nrmal
(page 38).
Long-Term StorageWhen you do not plan to use the
device for several months, remove thebatteries. Stored data is not lost whenbatteries are removed.
Caring for the Device
notice
Avoid chemical cleaners and solventswhich can damage plastic components.
Never use a hard or sharp object tooperate the touchscreen, or damagemay result.
Cleaning the Device1. Dampen a clean cloth with a mild
detergent solution.
2. Wipe the device with the damp
cloth.3. If necessary, use a soft toothbrush
to gently clean the vent holes on theback of the device.
4. Thoroughly dry the device.
Cleaning the Screen1. Dampen a soft, clean, lint-free cloth
with water, isopropyl alcohol, oreyeglass lens cleaner.
2. Wipe the screen with the cloth.3. Thoroughly dry the screen.
Device Information
Water Immersion Data Management
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Water Immersion
notice
The device is waterproof to IECStandard 60529 IPX7. It can withstandimmersion in 1 meter of water for30 minutes. However, prolongedsubmersion can cause damage to the
device. After submersion, be certain towipe dry and air dry the device beforeusing or charging.
Extreme Temperatures
notice
Do not store the device whereprolonged exposure to extremetemperatures can occur because it cancause permanent damage.
Data ManagementNoTe: The device is not compatible
with Windows
95, 98, Me, or NT. It isalso not compatible with MacOS 10.3and earlier.
File TypesThe device supports these le types.
Files from BaseCamporHomePort
Go to www.garmin.com.
GPI custom POI les from the
Garmin POI Loader JPEG photo les
GPX geocache les
Device Information
Installing a microSD Card 4. Place the microSD card in the
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gMemory cards can be used foradditional storage. Also, some mapsare available preloaded on memorycards. Go to http://buy.garmin.comformore information.
1. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise,
and pull up to remove the cover.2. Remove the batteries or battery.
3. Slide the card holdertowardthe top edge of the device and liftup, as instructed in the battery
compartment.
4. Place the microSD cardin thedevice with the gold contacts facing
down.5. Close the card holder.
6. Slide the card holder toward thebottom of the device to lock it.
7. Replace the batteries (page 2).
8. Replace the battery cover, and turnthe D-ring clockwise.
Connecting the Device to aComputer
noticeTo prevent corrosion, thoroughlydry the mini-USB port, the weathercap, and the surrounding area beforecharging or connecting to a computer.
The lithium-ion battery pack willcharge while connected to thecomputer.
Device Information
1. Connect the USB cable to a USB Transferring Files to Your
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port on your computer.
2. Pull up the weather cap from themini-USB port.
3. Plug the small end of the USBcable into the mini-USB port.
Your device and memory card(optional) appear as removabledrives in My Computer on Windowscomputers and as mounted volumes onMac computers.
gComputerBefore you can transfer les, you mustconnect the device to your computer(page 49).
1. Browse your computer for the le.
2. Select the le.
3. Select edit> Cpy.4. Open the Garmin or memory card
drive/volume.
5. Select edit> Past.
Device Information
Deleting Files Disconnecting the USB Cable
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notice
If you do not know the purpose ofa le, do not delete it. Your devicememory contains important systemles that should not be deleted. Beespecially cautious of folders entitled
Garmin.Before you can delete les, you mustconnect the device to your computer(page 49).
1. Open the Garmin drive or
volume.
2. If necessary, open a folder orvolume.
3. Select the les.
4. Press the Dltkey on yourkeyboard.
1. Complete an action:
For Windows computers, clickthe eject icon in your systemtray.
For Mac computers, drag thevolume icon to the Trash .
2. Disconnect the device from yourcomputer.
Appendix
Appendix Optional Maps
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Optional AccessoriesOptional accessories, such as mounts,maps, tness accessories, andreplacement parts, are available athttp://buy.garmin.comor from your
Garmin dealer.
Optional MountsThe AMPS Rugged Mount provides amount and cable that provides power,serial data (NMEA-compliant), and
audio.
The auto mounts kits contain a vehiclepower cable and either a suction cupmount or a friction mount. Whenused with City Navigator maps,
voice prompts are sounded throughthe speakers on the mount. The automounts are not waterproof.
You can purchase additional maps,such as BirdsEyesatellite imagery,Garmin custom maps, Inland lakes,Topo, BlueChartg2 and CityNavigatormaps.
Optional Fitness Accessories
Before you can use the tnessaccessory with your device, youmust install the accessory accordingto the instructions included with theaccessory.
You can use optional tness accessoriesincluding a heart rate monitor or acadence sensor with your device.These accessories use ANT+ wirelesstechnology to send data to the device.
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Using Optional FitnessA i
Bring the Garmin device within3 (10 f ) f h ANT
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1. Bring the device within range (3 m)
of the ANT+ accessory.
2. Select > Stup> Fitnss.
3. Select Hart Rat MnitrorBik Cadnc Snsr.
4. Select Sarch fr Nw.5. Customize your data elds to
view the heart rate or cadence data(page 33).
Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories
with Your Garmin Device Verify that the ANT+ accessory
is compatible with your Garmindevice.
Before you pair the ANT+
accessory with your Garmin device,move 10 m (32.9 feet) away fromother ANT+ accessories.
range 3 m (10 feet) of the ANT+accessory.
After you pair the rst time, yourGarmin device automaticallyrecognizes the ANT+ accessoryeach time it is activated. Thisprocess occurs automatically when
you turn on the Garmin device andonly takes a few seconds whenthe accessories are activated andfunctioning correctly.
When paired, your Garmin device
receives data from only youraccessory, and you can go nearother accessories.
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Data Field Options Data Field Description
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Data Field Description
Accuracy ofGPS
The margin oferror for your exactlocation For example,your GPS location isaccurate to within +/-365 m (12 feet)
AmbientPressure
The uncalibratedenvironmentalpressure
Ascent -Average
The average verticaldistance of ascent
Ascent -Maximum
The maximum ascentrate in feet or metersper minute
Ascent - Total The total elevationdistance ascended
Barometer The calibrated current
pressure
Battery Level The remaining batterypower
Bearing The direction from
your current locationto a destination
Cadence(cadenceaccessoryrequired)
Revolutions of thecrank arm or stridesper minute
Course The direction fromyour starting locationto a destination
Depth The depth of thewater Requires aconnection to a NMEA0183 depth-capabledevice to acquire data(page 52)
Descent -Average
The average verticaldistance of descent
Descent -Maximum
The maximumdescent rate in feet ormeters per minute
Descent - Total The total elevationdistance descended
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Distance to
Destination
The distance to your
nal destinationDistance toNext
The remainingdistance to the nextwaypoint on the route
Elevation The altitude of yourcurrent location above
or below sea levelElevation -Maximum
The highest elevationreached
Elevation -Minimum
The lowest elevationreached
ETA atDestination
The estimated timeof day you will reachyour nal destination
ETA at Next The estimated time ofday you will reach thenext waypoint on the
routeGlide Ratio The ratio of horizontal
distance traveled tothe change in verticaldistance
Glide Ratio to
Dest
The glide ratio
required to descendfrom your currentposition and elevationto the destinationelevation
GPS Signal
Strength
The strength of the
GPS signalHeading The direction you are
moving
**Heart Rate(heart ratemonitorrequired)
Your heart rate inbeats per minute(bpm)
Location (lat/lon)
Displays the currentposition in the defaultposition formatregardless of the
selected settingsLocation(selected)
Displays the currentposition in theselected positionformat
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Odometer A running tally of
distance traveled forall trips
Off Course The distance tothe left or the rightby which you havestrayed from the
original path of travelPointer The data eld arrow
points in the directionof the next waypointor turn
Speed The current rate of
speed at which youare moving since lastreset
Speed -Maximum
The maximum speedreached since last
resetSpeed -Moving Avg
The average speedof the device whilemoving since lastreset
Speed -
Overall Avg
Your average speed
since last resetSpeed Limit The reported speed
limit for the road Notavailable in all mapsand areas Alwaysrely on posted road
signs for actual speedlimits
Sunrise The time of sunrisebased on your GPSposition
Sunset The time of sunset
based on your GPSposition
Temperature -Water
The temperature ofthe water Requiresa connection to
a NMEA 0183temperature-capabledevice to acquire data(page 52)
Appendix
Data Field Description
Ti f D Th t ti f
Data Field Description
T i Ti A i t ll f
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Time of Day The current time of
day based on yourtime settings (format,time zone, anddaylight saving time)
Time toDestination
The estimated timeneeded to reach your
nal destinationTime to Next The estimated time
needed to reach thenext waypoint on theroute
To Course The direction in which
you must move toreturn to the route
Trip Odometer A running tally of thedistance traveledsince the last reset
Trip Time -Moving
A running tally of timesince the last reset
Trip Time -Stopped
The time spent notmoving since the lastreset
Trip Time -
Total
A running tally of
distance traveledsince the last reset
Turn The angle ofdifference (indegrees) betweenthe bearing to your
destination and yourcurrent course Lmeans turn left Rmeans turn right
Velocity MadeGood
The speed at whichyou are closing on a
destination along aroute
Vert Speed toDest
The measurementof your rate ofascent or descentto a predetermined
altitude
Vertical Speed Your rate of altitudegain or loss over time
Appendix
Data Field Description
W i t t Th l t i t
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Waypoint atDest
The last point ona route to yourdestination
Waypoint atNext
The next point onyour route
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Troubleshooting
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Problem Solution
The screen does notrespond How do Ireset the device?
1 Remove the batteries2 Reinstall the batteriesNOTE: This does not erase any of your data or settings
I want to reset all thecustomized settings
back to the factorydefaults
Select > Setup> Reset> Reset All Settings
My device does notacquire satellitesignals
1 Take your device out of buildings and parkinggarages, and away from tall buildings and trees
2 Turn on the device3 Remain stationary for several minutes
My device will notcharge
Ensure that the lithium-ion battery pack is properlyinstalled (page 2)
Ensure the temperature is between 32F and 113F(from 0 to 45C)
Turn down the backlight (page 6)
My battery gauge doesnot seem accurate 1 Leave the device on until the battery runs out2 Fully charge the battery without interrupting thecharge cycle (page 3)
The batteries do notlast long
To learn how to maximize the battery life, see page 46
Appendix
Problem Solution
How do I know my On the device an image of the device connected to a
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How do I know mydevice is in USB massstorage mode?
On the device, an image of the device connected to acomputer appears
On your computer, you should see a new removabledisk drive in My Computer on Windows computers and amounted volume on Mac computers
My device isconnected to the
computer, but it will notgo into mass storagemode
You may have loaded a corrupted le
1 Disconnect the device from your computer
2 Turn off the device3 Hold while you connect the device to your
computer4 Continue holding for 30 seconds or until the device
goes into mass storage mode
I cannot see any new
removable drives inmy list of drives
If you have several network drives mapped on your
computer, Windows may have trouble assigning driveletters to your Garmin drives See the help le for youroperating system to learn how to assign drive letters
I need replacementparts or accessories
Go to http://buygarmincom, or contact your Garmindealer
I want to buy anexternal GPS antenna Go to http://buygarmincom, or contact your Garmindealer
Index
Index altimetercalibrating 21
maximizing life 46
buttons, on-screen 56
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Symbols3D view 28
A
AA batteries. Seebatteries
installing 4
selecting the type 4, 35accessories 52, 60
tness 52,53
acquiring satellite
signals 4, 59
active route 12
addresses 11advanced map setup 37
adventures 15
alarms
clock 30
marine 43
proximity 29
tones for 37
almanac
hunting and shing 30
sunrise and sunset 30
g
plot type 41
settings 40ANT+ accessories 52, 53
application drawer 5
customizing 32
area calculation 29
automotive mode 37auto mounts 18, 52
auto zoom 37
B
backlight 6
timeout 7barometer 21
BaseCamp 48
batteries 35, 45, 54. See
alsolithium-ion battery
pack; See alsoAA
batteriesabout 46
gauge 59
information 2, 46
long term storage 47
Ccalculator 29
calendar 30
calibrating
altimeter 21
compass 19
camera 1, 23settings 38
caring for the device 47
long-term storage 47
chirp 27
City Navigator maps 18compass 19
calibrating 19
navigating 19
restore 44
settings 40
setup options 40connecting
to another device 28
USB cable 49
wireless
Index
accessories 52, 53
countdown timer 30
downloading
geocaches 25
G
geocaches 25, 41
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course pointer 20
creatingroutes 11
waypoints 8
customizing
data elds 17
device settings 3444proles 34
D
data elds 33
options 54
deletingles 51
proles 34
routes 12
tracks 15
waypoints 8
displaybacklight 6
backlight timeout 35
screen capture 35
settings 35
photos 24
software 45drawer. Seeapplication
drawer
driving routes 42
E
editingproles 34
routes 11
waypoints 8
elevation plot 21
barometric altimeter 21of a track 14
F
nding
addresses 11
near your location 10shing times 30
tness options 52, 53
downloading 25
lter list 25logging attempt 26
navigating to 26
settings 41
GPS signals 4, 31, 34, 54,
55, 59turning off 31
H
heading settings 40
headphone jack 1, 18
HomePort 48hunting times 30
L
language 34, 35
voice 35
lithium-ion battery pack.See alsobatteries
charging 3
installing 2
removing 3
Index
locking the screen 5
M
to a photo 24
to geocaches 26
R
recording tracks 13, 38
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M
main menu 5customizing 32
man overboard 16
map 17
datum 40
detail 38
information 38restore 44
setup 38
viewing routes 12
maps, optional 52
marine settings 43measuring area 29
microSD card slot 1
mini-USB port 1
MOB 16
moon phase 30
mounts, optional 52
N
navigating 16
driving routes 18
to a geocache 26
to waypoints 8
with bearing pointer 19with course pointer 20
north up 37
O
on-screen buttons 5
orientation, map 37orienting the screen 6
P
photos 24
downloading 24
setting as wallpaper 24taking 23
viewing 23
position format 39
power key 1
proles 7, 34changing 7
creating 34
selecting 7
proximity alarms 29
registering your device 5
resettingall settings 59
data 44
device 59
elevation plot 21
restoring defaultsettings 44
road navigation 42
rotating the screen 6
routes 1112
active route 12
avoidance 42creating 11
deleting 12
editing 12
guidance method 42
navigating 12
settings 42
S
satellite signals 4, 31, 54,
55, 59
Index
system settings 34
turning off GPS 31
settings 39
sunrise and sunset 30,
U
unit ID 45
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saving
tracks 14screen
buttons 56
orient 6
sharing data 28
sight n' go 9slideshow 23
software
updating 45
version 45
specications 45
stopwatch 31storing the device 48
sunrise and sunset
times 30, 56
system settings 34
Ttext size, maps 37
time
alarms 30
data elds 57
56
zone 39timer 30
tones 37
Trackback 16
tracks 1315
archiving 15clearing current 15
deleting 15
proles 14
recording 13, 38
saving 14
setup 38viewing 14
track up 37
transferring les 50
using USB 50
wirelessly 28
trip computer 22
restore 44
troubleshooting 59
unlocking the screen 5, 6
updating software 45USB cable 60
connecting 49
disconnecting 51
V
voice language 35volume 7
W
walking routes 42
waypoints 89
averaging 9creating 8
deleting 8
editing 8
navigating to 16
projecting 9Where To? 10
Z
zoom 37
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Garmin International, Inc1200 East 151stStreet, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA
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