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1. 3f ECHEFI a ROUES ssp 38 Adding or Editing from the Route Map C m 39 Navigating a Route 4l Db TE Saaai 42 dic 43 44 The Setup PAGES asas testo dst ea 45 49 Ludo c 45 r 46 Display PACE ah Heading Page xi IGEN CO Digit epa C Ebr 48 Oy NT DOO E A tap TRU Se es 49 The Accessory PABOS esi eot unte 50 52 Sun and Moon Page 50 Calendar Pape careen ol Hunt and Fish Pag ossessioni 52 Section Four Appendices Appendix Ac Specifications crusades 23 Appendix B Time Offset Chait arasia 24 A ppeHabe C AGCESSOTIER e ca tire trate 55 Appendix D Wiring Diagram 56 Appendix E Troubleshooting 57 PEG TINTON optas bp 58 59 Appendix G Watta sists instaciansschiovasvineaasnateine 60 SECTION 2 Before you begin to explore the eTrex Ventures operating features you will want to follow these Getting Started instructions to prepare it for operation by installing batteries adjusting the screen contrast loading optional GARMIN Points of Interest data and setting the correct time for your current location The operating features of the unit are structured to be accessed and activated by pressing buttons on the unit which is explained on the following page The five Main Pages are your primary access to operating the eTrex Venture Each page provides either a basic navigation function or access to features which en
2. The Page Options Menu allows you to reset the Trip Computer data when you are ready to start a new trip Getting Started Main Menu Page Basics Page Basics a The Main Pages The Main Menu Page with oulei Trade Feature Icons 6 D B Power Supply Time Date and Setup Accessories Backlighting Status Bar D8 37 555 XX 30 NOV DD The Main Menu provides you with a directory of the eTrex Ventures advanced features From the Main Menu page you can mark and create new waypoints find map items such as cities points of interest etc create routes save track logs Setup system operating features access and use unit accessories Main Menu Pages p 5 Ez Routes Tracks a Find Mark Waypoint Page Allows you to mark and record your current location Find Menu Allows you to find and Goto a map item location or a waypoint Routes Page Allows you to create a route to a destination with waypoints along the way Tracks Page Allows you to save a Track Log and navigate a previous path of travel Setup Pages Allow you to set the time select units of measure set display backlight ing and contrast select from heading options select interfaces to compatible external devices and select system operating modes Accessories Page Provides Sun amp Moon position data a Calendar with date and note capability and best times for Hunting and Fishing Tracks B To exit these pages highlight the on scree
3. Here is the list of data field options Current Destination Speed Current Distance Maximum Speed Current ETA Moving Avg Speed Current ETE Overall Avg Speed Elevation Odometer Final Destination Trip Odometer Final Distance Trip Time Moving Final ETA Trip Time Stopped Final ETE Trip Time Total Heading Time of Day Pointer Definitions on page 20 The Option Menu for the page provides the follow ing options Reset Big Numbers and Restore Defaults Step by Step Instructions To program a data field 1 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the desired data field and then press it in to open the data field options menu 2 Use the CLICK STICK to move Up or Down the menu to highlight a desired data option 3 Press Down on the CLICK STICK to select the option and place it in the data field To access the page Options Menu 1 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Options Menu on screen button and press it in the display the options menu 2 Highlight the desired option and then press in on the CLICK STICK to activate 3 To activate individual Reset options highlight the item on the list and then press in on the CLICK STICK to place or remove the check mark NOTE Use care when choosing the Delete options as all saved Tracks Waypoints and Routes stored in the unit can be deleted using the Reset option Reference Trip Computer Page Trip Computer E Trip zon A Moving Time 00
4. Allows for transfer of data from a PC to an eTrex Venture RS232 serial port connector Not shown Owner s Manual Part No 190 00203 00 Quick Start Guide Part No 190 00203 01 Optional Accessories Automotive Mounting Bracket Part No 010 10274 00 Can be temporarily or permanently mounted on the dash Handlebar Mounting Bracket Part No 010 10267 00 Allows the eTrex Venture to be mounted on bicycle handle bars Carrying Case Part No 010 10266 00 Protects the eTrex Venture and permits use while in the case Not shown Carrying Holster Part No 010 10309 00 Allows easy access to the eTrex Venture when clipped on a belt Not shown Cigarette Lighter Adapter Part No 010 10203 00 Provides eTrex Venture operation from a automobile cigarette lighter Data Cable Part No 010 10205 00 Wiring harness Bare wire connections for data input output Not shown PC Interface Cable Cigarette Lighter Power ANDE eno tc dad tem Part No 010 10268 00 Allows transfer of waypoints and routes from a PC to the eTrex Venture and provides unit operation from an automobile cigarette lighter MapSource Points of Interest CD ROM OTET Part No 010 10215 06 An excellent tool for finding locations and creating routes on your eTrex Venture See your GARMIN dealer or the GARMI
5. Qu eTrex Venture personal navigator owner s manual and reference guide 2001 GARMIN Corporation GARMIN International Inc 1200 E 15 1st Street Olathe Kansas 66062 U S A Tel 913 397 8200 Fax 913 397 8282 GARMIN Europe Ltd Unit 5 The Quadrangle Abbey Park Industrial Estate Romsey SO51 9AQ U K Tel 44 1794 519944 Fax 44 1794 519222 GARMIN Corp No 68 Jangshu 2nd Road Shijr Taipei County Taiwan Tel 886 2 2642 9199 Fax 886 2 2642 9099 All rights reserved Except as expressly provided herein no part of this manual may be reproduced copied transmitted disseminated downloaded or stored in any storage medium for any purpose without prior written consent of GARMIN Corporation GARMIN Corporation hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed for personal use provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual contains the complete text of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual is strictly prohibited Information in this manual is subject to change without notice GARMIN Corporation reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes Visit the GARMIN website www garmin com for current updates and supplemental information concer
6. RCTM In NMEA Out Allows DGPS input using a Serial Data Format standard RCTM SC 104 format and supports the output of standard NMEA 0183 version 2 3 data RCTM In Text Out Allows DGPS input using a standard RCTM SC 104 format and simple ASCII text output of location and velocity information 09 44 58 Q 07 DEC 00 GARMIN Mode with No Options None Provides no interfacing capabilities If GARMIN DGPS or RCTM in NMEA Out format is selected additional fields are provided to control a GARMIN differential beacon receiver e g GBR 21 amp GBR Check Wiring 23 directly from your unit Tuning is automatic with 08 31 52 Scan or you can enter the beacon frequency and bit rate x 25 JAN DI d when you select User from the Beacon list to manually tune the receiver Refer to the beacon receiver instructions GARMIN Differential GPS Mode Step by Step Instructions with Data and Options Fields To select a serial data format 1 Highlight the Serial Data Format field and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display options 2 Highlight the desired option and then press in on the CLICK STICK to activate it 3 If you selected a format that displays additional fields highlight those with options and make your selection 48 using the CLICK STICK System Page Overview The System Setup Page allows you to select from three modes of operation Normal Battery Saver and Use With GPS Off Of these t
7. 344 359 Creating a Hll23 Waypoint by 4568 manual 7 8 9 f entering its d coordinates Moving a Waypoint ROCKFORD ae oo De CHICAGO eu eo e 9 Wee in 000 an HOME 28 Moving a Waypoint To create a waypoint using the panning arrow when a map item is not highlighted 1 With the Pan Map feature active move the panning arrow map pointer on the map to the location you want to mark and then press the CLICK STICK in and release 2 The Mark Waypoint Page will appear automatically assigning a number to the waypoint Be certain to press and release the CLICK STICK for this operation Pressing and holding the switch will mark a waypoint for your current location See Marking Your Location on page 27 To create a waypoint by manually entering its coor dinates lat lon 1 Press in and hold the CLICK STICK to access the Mark Waypoint Page 2 Highlight the Location Field on the Mark Waypoint Page and enter the new coordinates using the numerical key board Highlight and press OK when finished 3 You may also change the waypoint name and or symbol To move a waypoint by dragging it on the map 1 Use the Find Menu to display the Waypoint Page for the waypoint you want to move Refer to the section titled Using the Find Menu 2 Highlight and press the Map on screen button to dis play the map for the waypoint 3 With the waypoint highlighted by the panning arrow press in
8. E a l Leg Time T lI You can add waypoints to the end of an existing route YP B mmm at any time by using the Find Menu A Route with list UI To add a Find Menu item to a route of waypoints 1 Select an item from the Find Menu and display its Information Page Add To Favorites 2 Display the page Options Menu and select the Add To Route option to display the Routes List Mug at 3 Highlight and select the route desired and then press in View Sun And Moon on the CLICK STICK A Waypoint Added Successfully View Hunt And Fish message will appear Add To Route option from the Find Menu Information Pages Reference Routes Remove All Reverse Route Restore Defaults A Route Options Menu ADVHLS SPRHGH CAR CLARE CAR CLARE 1 EXT1 6 EXT207 KENE USE MONDAY ROUTE STANLY CAFE 11 Unused Routes List With Two Copied Routes Original Route has a T Suffix Do you really want to delete route EEJ Delete Route Prompt 38 Editing a Route To remove all waypoints 1 Select the on screen page options button from the Route Page and press the CLICK STICK in to access the options menu 2 Highlight the Remove All option and then press in on the CLICK STICK to remove all waypoints trom the list You will be prompted Do you really want to remove all waypoints from the route select Yes To reverse the route 1 Select the on screen page option
9. Route navigation allows you to create a sequence of intermediate waypoints which lead you to your final ADVNCS SPRNBH CAR CLARE destination The eTrex Venture will store 20 routes each EXT176 EXT207 with up to 50 waypoints A route can be created and GARDNR STILWL modified from the Route Page waypoints can be added Mee to a route from Find Menu More complex routes can STANLY CAFE be created using a PC and MapSource mapping programs and then transferred to the unit memory You can adda waypoint or map item to an existing route at any time Step by Step Instructions To create a route 1 Access the Routes page from the Main Menu The page C 13 Unused has a New button a list of routes and the number of The Routes Page with a list unused routes of Routes and the number 2 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the New D SEDI button and press it in to display the route Setup page Rote Je 3 With an empty row dashed in the route list highlighted press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Find Menu 4 Use the Find Menu to select a route waypoint from one of the Find Menu categories and display the Information Page for selected waypoint city exit point of interest etc Highlight the on screen OK button and press in on the CLICK STICK to place it on the Routes List To add more waypoints to the route repeat the process in Steps 3 and 4 The route will be named for the first and last waypoints on the route
10. retrieved later using the Find Menu NO UI Now that you ve marked your location you can begin to practice some basic navigation techniques There are two main pages that help you navigate the Map Page and the Navigation Page Press the PAGE button repeatedly until the Map Page is displayed You will see the new waypoint in the center of the map If you renamed it it will display the new name and a map symbol Adjust the map scale to 300 feet by pressing the ZOOM IN or OUT button on the side of the unit until the scale in the lower left corner of the map reads 300 ft To Use the Map Page 1 Observe the new waypoint you just marked displayed in the center of the map 2 Begin walking or driving around for a few minutes and then stop If in a car make certain the unit has a dear view of the sky through the windshield in order to receive satellite signals 3 Observe that your location and movement is shown by the Pointer Icon and that your path of travel a Track is shown by a dotted line 4 You can follow the Track back to the waypoint but instead we ll save time and take a direct route to it using another navigation tool called a Goto as explained on the following page Getting Started Basic Navigation Hark Waypoint Post Office RY Park fit Residence 1 Restaurant t Restroom 4 Scales ma Scenic Area ca School Seaplane Base Shipwreck The Mark Waypoint Page with
11. 1 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Option Menu button at the top of the page and then press it in to display the Options Menu 2 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Use With GPS Off option and then press it in to activate 3 Observe that the Satellite Page title block now states GPS Off 4 The eTrex Venture will now stop tracking satellites and should not be used for navigation Whenever the unit is turned On it returns to Normal GPS operation How to select Track Up or North Up 1 Follow procedures for displaying the Options Menu 2 Highlight either the Track Up or North Up option depending on which is currently in use and press in on the CLICK STICK to activate How to enter a new elevation 1 Use the CLICK STICK to display the Options Menu 2 Highlight New Elevation and then press in on the CLICK STICK Observe the highlighted first character in the elevation field and the numerical keyboard at the bottom of the Satellite Page 3 Enter the desired elevation by using the CLICK STICK to highlight the desired numerals and then pressing it in Highlight OK and press in to complete entry How to enter a new location 1 Follow procedures for displaying the Options Menu 2 Highlight New Location and press in on the CLICK STICK to display choices of Auto or Use Map 3 If you choose Auto the eTrex Venture will determine your new location automatically 4
12. Map Scales and Descriptions 22 Step by Step Instructions To use Setup Map options 1 Select Setup Map from the Options Menu and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Map Setup Page 2 Highlight the desired sub page button to display the features list for that sub page 3 Highlight a feature on the list and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the options list for that feature 4 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the desired option and then press it in to activate 5 Press the PAGE button or the on screen X button to return to the Map Page Zooming In and Out Overview Use the ZOOM IN and OUT buttons to adjust the map scale which is displayed at the bottom of the map The map scale is shown in the lower left hand side of the map display area The scale is shown in the unit of measure selected from the Units field of the Unit Setup Page not to be confused with the Map Setup Page It is possible to zoom in so far that the resolution of the map data is exceeded and the appearance of the map will no longer be accurate When this occurs the word overzoom will appear just below the map scale You can control the display of map details at specific map scales by using the Map Setup Using the Setup options allow you to create clearer less cluttered maps as you desire Selecting Autozoom adjusts the scale to show both your current location and next item you re navigating to Step
13. area with more detail Press and hold to ZOOM the map scale rapidly In many instances the map will display an Accuracy Circle surrounding the Position Icon The eTrex Venture uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in defining your location to a point within the circle The smaller the circle the more accurate your location For the most accurate location information refer to the Satellite Page When using the Pan Map feature a small outline arrow Map Pointer can be moved about the page to highlight and identify map items or to scroll the map to view areas not shown on the display screen A Status Field at the top of the page provides satellite tracking and location accuracy information Two optional Data fields at the bottom of the page can be programmed to provide a variety of travel and navigation information More detailed map features as well as information about those features can be downloaded to the unit from a GARMIN MapSource Points of Interest CD ROM Because you are using pre loaded MapSource data the word mapsource will appear below the map scale The Map Page Options Menu allows you change the arrangement of page features stop active navigation pan the map and customize the map itself to display features in a manner that meets your personal preferences Map Page Options Overview Map Page options allow a variety of operating and customizing features for your eTrex Venture
14. by Step Instructions To change the map scale 1 Press the IN Zoom button to select a scale that shows more detail and a smaller map area 2 Press the OUT Zoom button to select a scale that displays a larger map area but with less detail Overview The Navigation Page provides active guidance with a rotating compass ring that shows your course over ground track while you re moving and a bearing pointer to indicate the current direction to your destination bear ing relative to the course over ground The Compass Ring and Bearing Pointer work inde pendently to the direction of your movement and the direction to your destination For example if the arrow is pointing straight up you are going directly to your destination If it points any direction other than up turn toward the arrow until it points up and then continue in that direction If you are using the Course Pointer option instead and you drift away from the line of travel to your destination Course Deviation Indicator CDI the pointer provides graphic indication of drift right or left and displays the distance off course The compass ring is accurate only when you are moving The Navigation Page also displays a Waypoint field above the compass or highway with the name of the next waypoint on your route or of your final destination The map coordinates for that item as shown just below the name An on screen button at the top of the page displays
15. by Step Instructions Using options to Setup the Navigation Page l NO 3 With the Navigation Page displayed use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Options Menu button at the top of the page Then press it in to display the menu Observe the Options Menu If you are currently navigating on a Goto Track or Route the Stop Navigation option will be active otherwise it will be grayed out The next option on the list will be Bearing Pointer which is displayed on the compass ring The next option on the list will be Big Numbers which displays information in two data fields in large sized numbers above and below the compass while displaying the compass in a smaller scale The last option on the list is Restore Defaults Use the CLICK STICK to highlight your selection and then press in to activate To change data fields l Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the desired data field and then press it in to display the list of data options 2 Select the desired option from the list and press in on the CLICK STICK 3 You can reset the data fields at any time to change the type of data viewed while navigating Trip Computer Page Overview The Trip Computer provides a variety of data fields with read outs of current information as you travel Eight fields display navigation information and are user programmable The default settings for these fields are shown in the illustration to the right
16. contrast adjustment interface Setups heading selection and system software information Accessories Page Allows you to access Sun and Moon data a Calendar and Hunting and Fishing data Information about the status of backlighting time and date and unit power are displayed in the window at the bottom of the Main Menu Page The battery icon will display the approximate amount of reserve power available When the unit is powered by a cigarette lighter adapter a power plug icon will replace the battery icon The date and time are displayed in the center of the window and when backlighting is active the light bulb to the right will appear illuminated The Mark Waypoint Page Overview The Mark Waypoint Page allows you to mark and record your current location as a waypoint and appears with a graphic name block man with a flag that displays the assigned number for that waypoint and waypoint symbol Step by Step Instructions To mark your current location as a waypoint 1 Press in and hold the CLICK STICK until the Mark Waypoint Page appears You can also access this page by highlighting the Mark Icon on the Main Menu Page and then pressing in on the CLICK STICK It will auto matically be assigned a 3 digit number 2 The change the name of the waypoint use the CLICK STICK to highlight the waypoint name field 3 To assign an identitying symbol to a waypoint use the CLICK STICK to highlight the symbol block just above the
17. keyboard to enter new data and then select OK and press Down to close the keyboard 3 Highlight the OK button the press in on the CLICK STICK to save the changes To delete a waypoint 1 Use the Find feature to display the desired waypoint 2 Highlight the Delete button and then press in on the CLICK STICK To save any Map Item or Find Menu Item as a waypoint 1 Access the Information Page for the desired item high lighted trom the map or selected from the Find Menu 2 Open the Options Menu at the top of the page select Save As Waypoint and press in on the CLICK STICK to save the item to the Waypoints List Reference Projecting a Waypoint Project Wavpoint N 3858440 Location W0949 57 125 Elevation t Distance MENTUINMEE Bearing 000 Enter Distance and Bearing to project Editing Waypoints Use the keyboard to edit the name Saving as a Waypoint Add To Favorites Add To Route Project Waypoint Save As Waypoint View Sun And Moon View Hunt And Fish 29 Reference The Find Menu Favorites Cities Points of Interest Find Page using your current location as a point of reference Nearest or By Name Prompt Near Hap Pointer By Nome Nearest or By Name Prompt Displayed when using the Map Pointer Savannah Georgia United States of America Lorge City 59e e Item Information Page 30 T
18. operational characteristics and conditions Press in on the CLICK STICK to acknowledge a message and return to the current feature 5 Appendices Appendix F Index A PCS AN 55 PCT VANE SOLDES a trtdtatis aed 2r SRL e rcs iestoutie cc a 13 14 Gea UTI TUE T E 15 PMCS orisni er 2 3 ATTON PARIS conttandodotieneasiiais t4 1017 1 PO POU i ETE E A E E ace 21 o E E 23 B Pae ki g me TNE sinna 4 47 Backlighting On Off LRA Battery Installation Replacement 2 Battery Level Indicator 9 26 I irse Moo m 3 Deacon Recelver SeDUpiciesoe cesses testae ein bee 48 Soi 20 Beanie PONET uenn 12 23 Bie NONDE sspe id tue RE 23 49 C Canbel GIU fans cde tect ecietle deans 12 30 B a PPM WO CHCDN ii iii CIBO By Nati ecreis reatus 33 cities INC ARES persrermersano nenei e 33 CDG SUS PE nr errr TET 2 ORIS I Ser cr cptancn etos toe Scent bue 7 23 Mono NEMORE 2 45 41 So ROREM 14 23 D Ibi POU MT 2 10 Dateand Time SEHD oscessostce m eig 9 45 Dora eicere deb 2 6 16 21 Differential GPS DGPS s n 48 DISHES esent s utet tei uet 17 19 23 25 E Estimated Time of Arrival ETA 20 58 F s 7 ES RH T 1 2 Fields DA aee cer tuti ento tandis obe 20 EIUS sasa RUM edP eR QE 230 33 Find PAVOFUGPS wicccvacyscasnasonarsevessaseaveonetart 30 32 Pind BUNOT au orte rtprt teatri vertritt 2 Ig ire Bor Em 30 Find Points of In
19. or geographical region When selecting Other Daylight Savings Time you can enter the UTC Time Offset for any other Auto time zone Refer to the instructions for setting the UTC Time Offset on page 54 of the Appendices Daylight Savings Time Can be turned On or Off 3 2 8 2 85 or set to Automatic presem Step by Step Instructions Time Setup Page i Time F To set the time 12 Hour m dia 1 Use the PAGE button to access the Main Menu e4 Hour 2 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Setup Icon and then press it in to display the Setup Menu Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Time icon and then press it in to display the Time Page 4 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Time Zone field then press it in to display the list of time zone options Highlight a time zone trom the list of 8 U S time zones or 24 international time zones defined by nearest city or geographically and then press in on the CLICK STICK 6 Observe the correct time displayed at the bottom of the page 45 U2 UI Time Zone Options Reference Setup Pages Postion Format hddd mm mmm Hop Datum WES 84 Distance Speed Statute Eleyation Vert Speed Feet 09 31 34 07 DEC 00 Units Page hddd mm mmm F hddd mm ss s Position Format Options Menu Map Datum Options Menu Meters Distance Elevation Speed Vertical Options Speed Options 46 Units Page Overview The Units features are best used by i
20. than 600 miles since you last used the unit you may require use of the New Location option which helps the unit to find itself and speeds acquisition Once satellite tracking has been achieved your location coordinates and the elevation are shown at the bottom of the Satellite Page Reference The Satellite Page Satelite amp 5JEl Ready To Novigote Accuracy 16 Feet N 3851 338 Location yo94 47 930 Elevation 1098 Satellite Page with 8 Satellites Being Tracked Poor Satellite Reception Use With GPS Off New Location Restart Search Continue Acquiring Select this option if you want GPS off for faster map drawing There are four initialization options for the Poor Satellite Reception message Use With GPS Off North Up New Elevation New Location Satellite Page Options Menu Highlight the on screen button at the top of the page amp press in on the CLICK STICK 13 Reference The Satellite Page fse TN Morth Up New Elevation New Location The Satellite Page Options Menu GPS Off GPS Of Message North Up Skyview Orientation N 39 51 341 Location yp94 47 332 Elevation 11105 Enter new elevation data Use Map option for determin me as current location Neu Location Pix o SACRAMENTO D AH FRANCISCO J Step by Step Instructions How to select the Use With GPS Off option
21. the list of Map Symbols displayed Mop j amp EJE Ready To Novigote Accuracy 16 Feet The Map Page displaying your Marked Waypoint and a Track defining your path of travel Getting Started Basic Navigation Mop B m 00 0 ls 0 02 The Map Page with a Goto line connecting your location to your original Marked Waypoint The Navigation Page with the Bearing Pointer showing you the direction to go The Compass Ring provides you with orientation information Navigation E Course Pointer Big Numbers Restore Defaults The Stop Navigation Option 12 Navigating Back to Your Starting Point Now we will navigate back to the waypoint you marked at the beginning of this exercise using the Goto function Going To Goto the Marked Waypoint 1 Press and release the FIND key to display the Find Menu 2 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight and select Way points from the list of categories 3 You will be prompted to select find Nearest or find By Name Select Nearest and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Nearest List 4 The waypoint you had previously marked and saved will be on the list Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the waypoint and then press in to display the Information Page for the waypoint 5 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Goto on screen button and then press it in to activate a Goto Press the PAGE button until the Navi
22. their path toward the driver or passengers causing possible injury Refer to air bag safety precautions con tained in the vehicle owners manual Do not mount the eTrex Venture in a place where the driver or pas sengers are likely to impact it in an accident or collision The mounting hardware provided by GARMIN is not warranted against collision damage or the consequences thereof WARNING When used in vehicles it is the sole respon sibility of the driver of the vehicle to operate the vehicle in a safe manner maintain full surveillance of all driving conditions at all times and not become distracted by the eTrex Venture to the exclusion of safe operating practices It is unsafe to operate the controls of the eTrex Venture while you are driving Failure by the driver of a vehicle equipped with an eTrex to pay full attention to operation of the vehicle and road conditions while the vehicle is in motion could result in an accident or collision with Introductio Warnings and n Precautions Do Not Place Unsecured on the Vehicle Dash Do Not Mount Where Driver s Field of Vision is Blocked Do Not Mount Over Air bag Panels Do Not Mount in Front of an Air bag Field of Deployment Introduction Table of Contents Section One Introduction About This Manual s sss i FOC Compliance Statement seme oe omm ii Warnings and Precautions ii iii O Lc ouem o v
23. 00 Stopped 07 11 Odometer 000000 Moving Avg Speed Overal Avg Speed Odometer Trip Odometer Trip Time Moving rip Time Stopped Trip Time Total Wf Clear Track Log L Delete Saved Tracks LJ Delete All Waypoints LJ Delete All Routes Select All Unselect All Ay Reset Options Menu Useful when starting a new trip to clear old data 23 Reference The Main Menu Mark psi Routes Tracks TO 8 Setup Accessories 8 3 7 394 3D N0V 00 Main Menu with Feature Icons and Power Date Time and Backlight Status Window Power Date Time and Backlight Status Window 26 Using the Main Menu The Main Menu provides access to additional eTrex Venture feature pages The pages listed below provide enhancements to eTrex Venture operation Press the PAGE button repeatedly to cycle to the Main Menu Or select it from the page list at the top of each main page Mark Waypoint Page Allows you to mark and store a waypoint for your current location or a map pointer location Find Menu Allows you to locate Goto or use as part of a Route Waypoints Favorites Favorite Loca tions Major Cities and Points of Interest Route Page Allows you to create and store routes for repeated use Tracks Page Provides access to the track log and saved tracks Setup Page Allows tailoring of items such as time format units of measure display backlighting timeout and
24. 13 Renaming a Saved Track 43 ReS5E M DG DESC os ies avasinsantossiiennantsnnesadneets 29 E Net T 31 42 dicito mm TEN o xri m aT OIG 37 E UNG a 38 40 U aan sataepnscredetot E 38 S Satellile PACE crenis 3 5 13 14 Saying the TIACR OB xoci emiten 43 44 Select a Waypoint s sss 3l Selectine a PASO aasscinssiasadsanuceiessvsaonsaneosais 5 Serial Number CInferfiab mesisan 49 SL COUT E Leche Rem I Sb tUm 147 23 9T Software Version Operating 49 B DEGERE cett APA RENE 53 0 0 P 1 23 25 Stop NAVIC AMON assisen 1224 29 SUDEISe SUBSP E osse debetis 14150 Symbol MAD seunes 11 16 27 A Cee eee PNE 49 Appendices Appendix F Index T TUS TAL sg E 49 Time Oe AH eU REUS 54 Xie 0l esr oU SS 43 24 Bpod ETT Cc 44 TracBack Navigation ssssss 44 lic df 43 44 T MP 6 14 21 IHp CORDUIGE FACE enna 25 TEES OJO EE ie Nero 232 THES BIB a RUN wer ere 25 TroublesSnoOlng s sescenti tette 55 Tumie the GPS Receiver OI e oeseesn ein 14 U Unii ea us bose cease E l 2 Uris oi Mea NE ssrA 46 TS E 46 OTC OH aenor A 45 54 V NOFHEALSDSGE T 17 46 View Waypoints on Route 29 44 W WAAS Enap Diable esatto testes 49 DU EU ETE 60 VA POMS D ISl esia s 30 31 WO DOUDES cde catio daa capote eot ds 21 20 Iba TT 20 EON MP 29 IV TACT osea cn MEDIEN 21 DATTA cu siscuoseitneetonadicatssteleasp
25. 4506 816 233 7003 Add To Favorites Add To Route Project Wavpoint ave As Waypoint View Sun And Moon View Hunt And Fish Distance 6367 Information Page Options Bering N ida Goto Reference The Find Menu Waypoints Favorites Cities Points of Interest Point of Interest Option Points of Interest Entertainment Shopping Services Transportation Emergency amp Goy Point of Interest Categories Attractions All Types Amusement Theme Par Library Landmark School Pork Gorden Zoo Aquarium Arenaz Track Hall Auditorium Sub Categories Topics Albrecht Kemper Museu Albrecht Kemper HuseuE American Legacy Galler Art Affair Art Croft Crossing Atchison County Histori Beauchamp Frome Sho Beautiful Borders Bronze Portfolio Brookside Art Gollery Sub Category List of Items Reference Using a Goto Using a Goto to Navigate to a Destination The Goto function allows you to create a direct route to a destination waypoint city or point of interest Once you have accessed the Information Page for an item use the Goto button at the bottom of the page to initiate travel to a map item using the Map and Navigation Pages for guidance Large City To activate a Goto M2 1 Use the Find Menu to access the Information Page for any desired destination and use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Goto button Press in on the CLICK STICK to start navigation Obser
26. 8200 for a returned merchandise tracking number The unit should be securely packaged with the tracking number clearly marked on the outside of the package and sent freight prepaid and insured to a GARMIN warranty service station A copy of the original sales receipt is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs GARMIN retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY 60 Product Registration Help us to better support you by completing our on line registration today Connect to our website www garmin com and look for the Product Registration link on the Home Page Why should you register your eTrex Venture unit Notification of Product Updates Notification of New Products Lost or Stolen unit tracking 2001 GARMIN Corporation GARMIN International Inc 1200 E 151 Street Olathe KS 66062 U S A GARMIN Europe Ltd Unit 5 The Quadrangle Abbey Park Industrial Estate Romsey SO51 9AQ U K GARMIN Corp No 68 Jangshu 2nd Road Shijr Taipei County Taiwan www garmin com Part Number 190 00203 00 Rev B
27. Back feature SEA f OME D S RESTAURANT 4 Em j Route A path to a destination consisting of land marks along the way waypoints cities highway exits A points of interest intersections etc Travel when not on a Goto Track or Route This 7 is best described as travel without entering a destina Travel when not on a Goto tion in the eTrex Venture The Map Page displays your Track or Route as indicated real time movement as you travel with the unit turned by the Pointer Icon and a on and receiving satellites dotted line indicating your path of travel 15 Reference The Map Page Mop EA Ready To Navigate Accuracy 17 Feet aa TORONTO x 9 co BUFFALO 9YR ERIE a CLEVELAND I1 TROIT o o o PIT TBBURGH JLUMBUS 5 ATI o CHARLESTON ROAHOKE o The Map Page Position Icon TORONTO pS o ar SYR o AE Ce BUFFALO Map Features gr a Map Scale B Accuracy Circle a Panning Arrow Map Pointer 16 The Map Page Overview The Map Page shows your present position and direction of movement as a triangular Position Icon in the center of the map As you travel the map display leaves a trail track log of where you ve been The map display also shows the map scale and geographic details such as major cities Use the ZOOM IN and OUT buttons to change the map scale in order to show more map area with less detail or less map
28. CK to move the panning arrow to either end of the displayed route until the end way point is highlighted Then press it in to display the map options menu and select Add Turns This option appears only when highlighting the end point of a route 4 Move the panning arrow to a map item or location where you would like to extend the route and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Information Page for the new waypoint Press the on screen OK button to return to the map page and then press it in again to place the new waypoint To add a route waypoint within a route 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 in the previous instruction 2 Use the CLICK STICK move the panning arrow to a route line When the arrow touches the line the line will become thin Press in on the CLICK STICK to display the word ADD next to line Adding a Route Waypoint to an end point on the Route Map Page 40 3 Next drag the line to a map item or other location where you want to establish a new waypoint and then press in on the CLICK STICK to place the new waypoint A waypoint information page will display Press the on screen OK button to save the new waypoint then press it again after returning to the Route Map To review or remove a route waypoint Select the Route from the Routes List and press the CLICK STICK in to display the Route Page 2 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the desired route and press in to display the Route Page for that r
29. Favorite from the list and then press it in to display the Information Page for that item With the Information Page displayed you can select Goto to create a direct line of travel to the item Select Map to view the waypoint location or select OK 4 Use the page option menu to add the item to an existing route project a new waypoint from this location or view sun and moon position data for this time and date NO UI Finding a City Overview Major cities can be found by selecting the Cities option of the Find Menu selecting the city from the list using find Nearest or find By Name options and then displaying the City Information Page The City Information Page for the selected city displays the city name the size by population and distance from you location You can view it on the map or create a Goto direct route to the city from your current location or from a location defined by the Panning Arrow Map Pointer You can also save it as a waypoint or add it to an existing route Step by Step Instructions To find a city 1 Use the CLICK STICK to select the Cities option then press it in to display the find By Name or find Nearest prompt Selecting By Name displays the key board to help eliminate scrolling through the list of cities 2 f you are using find By Name begin spelling the name of the city by using the keyboard When you have entered enough char
30. N website www garmin com for product details and availability Replacement Battery Cover Part No 011 10529 00 Replacement for lost or damaged battery compartment cover Not shown Appendices Appendix C Accessories Automotive Mounting Bracket Handlebar Mounting Bracket p a Cigarette Lighter Power Adapter Converts 12VDC output from the lighter to 3VDC input to the eTrex Venture Not interchangeable with power adapters for GARMIN VHF 720 725 and 725e or GPS 170 175 190 and 195 E i PC Interface with Cigarette Lighter Power Adapter Also non interchangeable with the GARMIN power adapters mentioned above 3 Appendices Appendix D Wiring Diagram 56 Interface formats are selected from the Setup Interface Page on page 44 of this manual The input output lines on your eTrex Venture unit are RS 232 compatible allow ing easy interface to a wide range of external devices including PCs differential beacon receivers marine auto pilots and or a second GPS receiver The NMEA 0183 version 2 3 interface format is supported by the eTrex Venture and enables the unit to drive up to three NMEA devices NMEA 0183 Version 2 3 Approved Sentences GPGGA GPGLL GPGSA GPGSV GPRMB GPRMC GPRTE GPWPL GPBOD GARMIN Proprietary Sentences PGRME estimated error PGRMZ altitude PSLIB beacon receiver control DGPS Differential GPS corrections are accepted in RTCM SC 104 versio
31. Not all of the Map Page options are available at the same time Many are replaced by an opposite option when they are selected such as Hide Data Fields Show Data Fields The Map Page options are Pan Map Allows you to move the Panning Arrow Map Pointer about on the map Stop Navigation Stops navigating to a destination Hide Nav Status Show Nav Status Removes the navigation status window to expand the map area or inserts the navigation status window Hide Data Fields Show Data Fields Removes or Inserts two programmable data fields at the bottom of the page and expands or reduces the map area Setup Map Displays the Setup Map Pages which allows you to tailor the map to your requirements such as changing text size map orientation and map detail Restore Defaults Returns the Map Page to the original factory settings defaults Map Page Options Step by Step Instructions To select a map page option 1 Highlight the Option Menu on screen button at the top of the display screen and then press in on the CLICK STICK to open the menu 2 Highlight the desired option on the menu and then press in on the CLICK STICK to activate the option 3 To close without making a selection move the CLICK STICK to the right Reference Map Page Options Menu On screen Map Page Options Menu button Map Page Options Menu with Pan Map selected When no active navigation is being used Stop Naviga tion wi
32. Route IX HWY 68 CHILES Spring Hill Gordner Bucyrus De Soto Chiles Leg Dist Leg Time f H M Route Page with Waypoint List Route Waypoint Options Menu Route JEN SALES ROUTE 1 Kansas City o St Louis Points of Interest Leg Dist Leg Time 153 L4 LA Using the Find Menu to change a Route Waypoint 39 Reference Routes To move a route waypoint 1 Select the waypoint from the Route Waypoints List and press the CLICK STICK in to access the options menu for the waypoint Highlight the Move option and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the waypoint on the map Use the CLICK STICK to move the panning arrow to the waypoint and then press it in to activate the Move feature a Move note will appear by the NO UI 1 waypoint Stane Kenneth 4 Use the CLICK STICK to drag the waypoint to the new location and then press it in to place it E Adding or Editing a waypoint from the Route Map Page Moving a Route Waypoint You can use the panning arrow with the Route Map by clicking and dragging Page displayed to add or edit route waypoints aia To add a route waypoint at either end of a route Next 1 Select the Route trom the Routes List and press the CLICK STICK in to display the Route Page Map Page Route Options 2 Highlight the on screen Map button at the bottom of the page and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Route Map Page 3 Use the CLICK STI
33. Tracks Log Setup option and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Setup page You can check the Wrap When Full option by highlight ing and then pressing in on the CLICK STICK You can highlight the Record Method and Interval fields and press in on the CLICK STICK to display their options Interval options will change to accommodate the Record Method choices Reference The Setup Pages Overview Setup Pages The Setup Pages allow you to customize your eTrex Venture to your personal preferences You can choose Time settings Units of Measure Display backlighting and contrast settings Heading measurement Interface options cf and System operating mode Time Units By highlighting the icons on the Setup Menu and then Q pressing in on the CLICK STICK you can display the Setup Page for each of the menu items Time Page Overview S e Interface System Display Heading You can set the time to match your location or for a projected location anywhere in the world 03 27 32 7 DEC DU Time Format Allows you to choose from Setup M 12 or 24 hour time format When you select the ES 12 hour time format the clock will read like a standard clock with 12 hour AM and PM cycles The 24 hour option sets the clock to display a 24 hour me coma cycle Military Time Time Zone US Central Time Zone Can be set to one of the eight US Time Zones or 24 International Time Zones nearest city
34. acters to define the name a match list will be displayed Use the CLICK STICK to select the desired City trom the list and then press it in to display the Information Page for that city 3 If you selected the find Nearest option use the CLICK STICK to scroll throught the list of names and then press it in to display the Information Page for the city 4 With the Information Page displayed you can select Goto Map OK or Save As options Reference The Find Menu Waypoints Favorites Points of Interest Find Cities Option Boshan CHN Boston M d Bouake CIV Boulder C Bradford ENG Brampton ON ABC 4 Back DE Space on a DOC CJ Large Lity 1267 67 Bearing E City Information Page 93 Reference The Find Menu Points of Interest Food amp Drink Lodging Attractions Entertainment Shopping Services Transportation Emergency amp Gov Points of Interest List Food amp Drink All Types American Asian Barbecue Chinese Deli Bokery International Italian Mexican Food amp Drink Categories Hearest Food Drink Fast Food Sonic Drive In Wendy s Baskin Robbins Ice Cre Back Yard Burgers Sonic Drive In Distance 0 9 Bearing e he Nearest Fast Food List 34 Finding a Point of Interest Overview You can use the Find Point of Interest option to locate a nearby restaur
35. age highlight the field and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display the options menu for the field 2 Highlight the desired option on the menu and then press in on the CLICK STICK to place it in the field Reference Display Page Overview Setup Pages You can adjust the amount of time that the backlight ing feature stays on before timing out and adjust the Backlight Timeout screen contrast for best viewing 15 Seconds Contrast Backlighting Timeout Allows you to choose from always On to delays of 15 seconds 30 seconds one or two minutes before timing out Contrast Adjustment Can be adjusted from light to dark using the slider adjacent to the contrast bar Step by Step Instructions To set the backlighting timeout 093531 1 Highlight the Backlight Timeout field and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display options 2 Highlight the desired option and then press in on the CLICK STICK to activate it Display Page Bachlight limeout To adjust the contrast b ptions 1 Highlight the contrast slider and then press in on the CLICK STICK to activate 2 Move the CLICK STICK Up or Down to move the contrast slider until the desired contrast has been set Heading Page Overview Horth Reference You can select from three types of heading displays Grid and four types of North References and enter the mag Magnetic Variation netic variation when selecting a User reference i Display A
36. and direction of movement using a triangular Position Icon that is centered on the map As you travel the map display leaves a trail track log of your movements The map also displays geographic details such as major cities The map can display more map item details when GARMIN MapSource Points of Interest data has been downloaded to the unit using a CD ROM program To allow you to view the map from different perspec tives the scale can be changed from 120 feet to 500 miles The ZOOM IN and OUT buttons on the side of the unit allow you to zoom In or Out on the map Pressing and holding these buttons causes the scale to change rapidly instead of changing in increments The IN button will show you a larger area with less map details while the OUT button displays less area but more map details A Status Window at the top of the page provides you with current satellite tracking and position accuracy information Navigation Page Basics Destination Waypoint Name Navigation j amp Straight Line Distance to the Destination Time to Destination Bearing Pointer Selectable Data Fields Compass Ring The Navigation Page displays directional information to guide you to a destination The Status Window at the top of the page shows you the name of your destina tion the distance and the time to go A Bearing Pointer and Compass Ring are displayed to provide you with navigational guidance Two Data Fields ar
37. and a hunting and fishing best times record Highlight the appropriate icon and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display the desired page Sun and Moon Overview This feature provides you with a graphic display of both sun and moon positioning for a certain date time and loca tion with times for sunrise sunset moonrise and moonset On screen buttons at the bottom of this page allow you to animate the movement of the sun and moon and stop it at a given date The first button on the left animates the overhead display of the sun and moon and you can view positions for any given date by observing the date field and stopping movement when the desired date is displayed You can also display the different phases of the moon by pressing the center button and then the far right stop button when the desired date appears Step by Step Instructions To set the date and time 1 For the Date and Current Time highlight each field and then press in on the CLICK STICK to begin data entry of individual characters 2 To display the current date and time highlight the page Options Menu and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Use Current Time option and then press in on the CLICK STICK to activate To set the location 1 Highlight the Location field and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display the New Location options list 2 Highlight the option desired and then press in on the CLICK STICK to activate If you
38. and release the CLICK STICK The word Move will appear beneath the panning arrow 4 Use the panning arrow to drag the waypoint to the new location and then press in on the CLICK STICK to place it 5 Press the PAGE button before pressing the CLICK STICK to cancel moving of the waypoint and return to the Main Pages Projecting a Waypoint Projecting a waypoint from any map item another waypoint etc allows you to establish a new waypoint on a bearing and distance projected from that map item To project a waypoint 1 Select a map item trom the Find Menu See page 30 2 Highlight the Option Menu on screen button at the top of the Information Page and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Project Waypoint Page 3 Press in on the CLICK STICK to display the numeri cal keyboard for entering the distance Move trom character to character 4 Enter the desired distance and bearing to the projected waypoint in the appropriate fields and then select OK and press in on the CLICK STICK to complete Editing a Waypoint A waypoint can be edited to change the map symbol name coordinates or elevation It can also be deleted To edit a waypoint 1 Use the Find Menu to display the desired waypoint 2 Make changes as desired to the waypoint map symbol name location coordinates and elevation fields Highlight the desired field and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the keyboard Highlight the desired characters on the
39. ant lodging landmark public building park etc However you must have first trans ferred MapSource Points of Interest data to the unit database otherwise this option will appear gray and will not be functional Here is a list of Point of Interest categories Food amp Drink Shopping Lodging Services Attractions Transportation Entertainment Emergency amp Govt In many instances these categories are sub divided into types such as in the instance of Food amp Drink When you select Food and Drink from the list of categories you are then presented with a list of types which includes All Types and cuisine options like American Asian Barbecue Chinese and many more When you select restaurant that is part of a national chain for example McDonalds the name will appear only once However when you highlight it and press in on the CLICK STICK a list of Nearest locations for that name will appear Point of Interest Once you have selected an Food Drink m item press in on the CLICK Fast Food a STICK to display the Information Mc Donald s Page for that item You can then use on screen buttons to Goto view the location on the Map or the option menu to add to a list route or save as a waypoint 1600 5 Hamilton Cir Olathe KS 66061 913 780 5945 Distance 0 97 Bearing eid Point of Interest Info Page for Nearest Fast Food Step by Step Instructions To find a point of interest P
40. at you have created and stored in the eTrex Venture can be found by selecting the Waypoint option from the Find Menu You can find a waypoint from the list of waypoints using the By Name or Nearest options explained on the previous page When selected from the list the waypoint will be displayed on the Waypoint Information Page The Waypoint Information Page displays the waypoint name or number a map symbol the location in lat lon elevation distance bearing and three on screen buttons for Goto Map and OK functions Step by Step Instructions To find a waypoint 1 Use the CLICK STICK to select the Waypoint option trom the Find List and then press it in to display a prompt to select By Name or Nearest Select and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Waypoints List 2 Use the CLICK STICK to select the desired waypoint trom the list and then press it in to display the Information Page for that waypoint 3 With the Information Page displayed you can select Goto to create a direct line of travel to the waypoint Select Map to view the way point location on the map or select OK to close the page 4 Use the page option menu to add the waypoints to the Favorities list add it to an existing route project a new waypoint from this location view sun and moon and best fishing and hunting time information for this waypoint Reference The Find Menu Fi
41. choose Current Location the field values displayed on the page will reflect the view trom your current location If you choose Use Map a map page will display Use the map pointer to identity the desired location and then press in on the CLICK STICK If you choose Use Find Menu follow instructions for using the Find Menu on page 30 Reference Calendar Overview Accessory Pages Colendor amp jX This feature provides you with a monthly calendar with Calendar ES programmable reference notes dates You can display one monthly calendar of days at a time and mark days on each with reference notes using the data entry keypad You can ce 5 3 amd create reference notes for multiple months and for months 12 13 14 EE 16 17 18 years in yet to come You can record 100 notes with up to 13 20 21 22 23 24 25 18 characters each din E Step by Step Instructions To set the month and year FISHING WITH DAVE 1 For the month highlight the month field and then press in on the CLICK STICK to begin to enter new data using ones the data entry keyboard Colendor x Set To Current Date To create a reference note Delete Notes 1 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the day of the Calendar Page Options month and then press in to display the options menu DEC 31 Jx ee New Note 2 Highlight and select New Note to begin entering text View Sun And Moon from the keyboard View Hunt And Fish 3 Observe the m
42. cifications to 6 g s Interfaces NMEA 0183 RTCM 104 for DGPS corrections and RS 232 for PC interface Antenna Built In patch Power Input Two 1 5 volt AA batteries Power Consumption 0 5 watts max Battery Life Up to 20 hours of typical use in Battery Saver mode Specifications subject to change without notice With optional GARMIN Differential Beacon Receiver Input such as GARMIN GBR 21 or 23 Subject to accuracy degradation to 100m 2DRMS under the U S DoD imposed Selective Availability program Subject to proper user calibration The temperature rating for the eTrex Venture may exceed the usable range of some batteries Alkaline batteries can rupture at high temperatures External power can only be applied using the GARMIN Auto Power Adapter P N 010 10203 00 or PC Interface Cable with Auto Power Adapter P N 010 10268 00 These cables contain a 12 VDC to 3VDC voltage regulator Modifications or other applications will void the product warranty Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as temperature decreases Use lithium batteries when operating the eTrex Venture in below freezing conditions Extensive use of screen backlighting will significantly reduce battery life Different battery brands vary in useful life 53 Appendices Appendix B Time Offset Chart The table below gives approximate UTC time offset for various longitudinal zones If you are in daylight savings time add o
43. d on five main pages or display screens You can simply press and release the PAGE button to cycle through the Satellite Page Map Page Navigation Page Trip Computer and Main Menu Page Satellite Page Map Page Navigation Page Trip Computer Main Menu While these five pages provide you with different types of navigation information they all share common features like Option Menus and a Main Page Menu both of which are accessed by on screen buttons To display these menus simply highlight the on screen button and press in on the CLICK STICK Mop Eh Option Menu Button Main Page Menu Button Main Page Menu A AA Satellite Stop Navigation These menus allow you to Hap Use to go directly to a Main Show Nay Status access options that provide Navigation Page and as an alternate to Hide Data Fields additional features or cycling through the Main Pages Getup Map customize the unit to your Trip Computer Double click on the on screen Restore Defaulls preferences To exit these Main Henu button to toggle between two and other pop up type pages menus move the CLICK STICK to the left or right Getting Started Page Basics The Main Pages Map Page Basics On Screen Page and Option Menu Buttons Mop j amp lEl Accuracy 16 Feet Status Window a OMAHA o Position Icon Map Scale WICHITA e Major Cities on Map T z OKLAHOMA CITY L90 LIT The Map Page displays your present position
44. e Unit Carry Lanyard Owners Manual 1 Quick Start Guide PC Interface Cable Introduction FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC limits Statement for Class B digital devices This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed or used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instance If this equipment does cause harm ful interference to other equipment try to correct the problem by relocating the equipment Consult an authorized GARMIN dealer or other qualified service technician if the problem cannot be corrected Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device cannot cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The eTrex Venture does not contain any user serviceable parts Repairs should be made only by an authorized GARMIN service center Unauthorized repairs can void the warranty Warnings CAUTION The Global Positioning System GPS is oper and ated by the government of the United States which is Precautions solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance The system is subject to changes which could affect the accu racy and performance of all GPS equipment Although the eTrex Venture is a precision electronic NAVigatio
45. e bnon d QUI iv Section Two Getting Started Setup Features amp Basic Navigation Features and Button Function P Battery Installation sssssss 3 ERM Ru N M 3 Backlighting and Contrast 4 Map OA de U RM R xi Page Basics The Main Pages 5 9 Setting Th Corer Tienes 9 BCN IV NOM euni 10 12 Section Three Reference Tie elie P E A 13 14 Navigation MetDods eee sin reet abes 15 TENDER EAEE Reste 16 22 Map Page ODDODB esii 17 22 Fanning the Map censet desea 18 Slop NAV ISAM sca asas titer eria d 19 Navigation SERES bend re tpe 19 Data Fields 19 20 Map PAS U eea a 21 22 The Navigation Page sss 23 24 Navigation Page ODUOHDS ciii tinte 23 Bearing outse POLT cues 23 Dua Diels oett A 23 The Trip Computer Page 25 TIS E E a E E ET T 26 Marking Your Location s 27 Creating a WAV DOING e sd rp tea 28 Moving a WaPo Mi wuscasctecninnteariastaitenncess 28 IV Projecting a WayIBOIDE unes oenteensb pen 29 Editing Waypoints sss 29 Saving asd WANDONIL cipes eet 29 Toe Find Memi x ascripoocuntecesvestosseantasan 30 35 Finding a Waypoint sssss 3 Finding a Favorite s 32 Finding A Cieero 33 Finding a Point of Interest 34 35 cc G6 fc T 36 POU I pet otu aware onion 37 42 Creating and Using a Route
46. e limited by your geo graphic location in relation to those satellites now in service There are two WAAS satellites in service in geo stationary orbit above the Equator one over the Atlantic Ocean and one over the Pacific Ocean Currently WAAS satellite signal reception requires an absolute clear view of the sky and works best when there are no nearby obstructions such as buildings mountains etc In fact you may not be able to receive or easily maintain a WAAS satellite signal until full satellite support for this program is complete Not enabling WAAS when you cannot receive a signal will speed unit map drawing and conserve battery power See page 49 for enabling WAAS and satellite reception techniques 1 Getting Started Features and A The CLICK STICK Five Position Switch eS fea PressIn and release to enter highlighted Burton ZH options and to confirm messages Press In and hold to mark your current location as a waypoint Move Up Down or Right Left to move through lists highlight fields on screen buttons icons enter data or move the map panning arrow Function Internal Antenna The PAGE button Press and release to cycle through main pages The POWER button Press and hold to turn the unit On Off Press and release to toggle display backlighting On Off LCD External Power Display and Power Data Data Connector Connector Cover The ZOOM IN OUT buttons P
47. e provided and can be programmed to display a variety of navigation data To navigate simply follow the Bearing Pointer The Bearing Pointer will always point directly to the destina tion no matter what your current location might be When you are not on an active Goto Track or Route in other words not traveling to a recorded destination the window at the top of the page will display the status of the GPS Receiver and the approximate accuracy of your current position The Compass Ring will be displayed indicating your heading while you are moving but the data fields at the bottom of the page will not display any destination related data such as Estimated Time of Arrival etc Getting Started Page Basics The Main Pages Navigation B Ready To Navigate Accuracy 19 Feet Elevation Time of Day 1091 0437 The Navigation Page when not on an active Goto Trach or Route Getting Started Page Basics Trip Computer Page Basics The Main Pages Selectable Data Fields Trip Computer E 2 Trip zn Ait Hoving Time 00 00 Stopped 07 11 Odometer The Trip Computer page displays up to eight different types of navigation data Each data field is selectable and can contain one of many data information options By selecting the information options that you prefer and arranging them in a desired order on the page you can customize the Trip Computer Page to meet your navigation needs
48. e sky Cannot access a WAAS system Your view of the satellite is obstructed Move to a location with a clear view satellite after 2 to 5 minutes or you are located too far from satellittes and point the unit antenna in the currently in service for the Americas direction of the satellite Above the equator one over the Atlanitic Ocean and one over the Pacific Ocean Cannot obtain a differential You have not collected enough infor Wait 10 20 minutes for the initial col position from WAAS mation from the WAAS satellite lection then 1 2 minutes thereafter Cannot access Point of Interest MapSource Points of Interest datais Install Points of Interest data Lists not installed See page 4 Cannot view a track being laid The Track Log feature is turned Off Access the Tracks Page highlight down on the map page when the ON button and press in on the traveling CLICK STICK Cannot see the panning arrow There is too much map clutter or the Use the Map Page Setup Page to on the Map Page easily scale is such that map features areso reduce map clutter or change the densely displayed the arrow is difficult map scale to view Cannot exit a menu or page by Some menus and pages have an X Highlight the on screen button and moving the CLICK STICK to Exit on screen button in the upper then press in on the CLICK STICK the left right corner to exit The eTrex Venture is programmed to provide pop up messages concerning
49. essage as it is created in the message block Calendar Date Options below the keyboard 4 To edit or delete a note previously created highlight the date and press in on the CLICK STICK You will be presented with Edit Note Delete Note View Sun and Moon or View Hunt and Fish options Calendar Page Keyboard and Message Block 51 Reference Accessory Pages Hunt amp Fish Elx Date O7 MAR 01 Location Current Location Prediction Good Day Best Times 09 29 11 298 09 50 11 50 Good Times 03 188 04 18 03 40h 04 40 Hunt amp Fish Page Current Location Use Mop Use Find Menu New Location Options 52 Hunt and Fish Overview This feature provides you with a listing of best times for hunting and fishing for a chosen location and date Step by Step Instructions To set the date l Highlight the date field and then press in on the CLICK STICK to begin data entry of individual characters To display the current date highlight the page Options Menu and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Use Current Date option and then press in on the CLICK STICK to activate To set the location l NO UI Highlight the Location field and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display the New Location options list Highlight the option desired and then press in on the CLICK STICK to activate If you choose Curren
50. f you choose Use Map a map page will appear with instructions stating Point to your approximate location and press ENTER Use the CLICK STICK to move the map pointer to your location on the map and press it in This option reduces the time required to search for location Reference Navigation Methods Overview Navigation Methods Active Navigation is supported by three of the five Main Pages The Map Page graphically shows you map details your current location your elevation marks your route to a destination with a route line and leaves a trail track log of where you ve been The Navigation Page tells you what direction to go and the direction you are traveling The Trip Computer Page records and displays travel Pi data like your speed the distance you have traveled or HOME the distance to travel and the time of day or the time remaining before reaching a destination and more A Goto BEGIN Methods of Navigating using the eTrex Venture um There are four methods of navigating when using the eTrex Venture and each is graphicaly displayed on the x Map Page GE v A Track a E E E ka Goto A direct path to a map location waypoint city address etc Track A previous path of travel that has been stored 0 logged in the eTrex Venture A Track allows you to repeat a path or to return to your starting point on the same path using the GARMIN Track
51. gation Page is displayed Walk in the direction of the bearing pointer until it points to the top of the compass ring If the it points to the right you need to move to the right if it points left you need to move to the left When it points straight Up you are on course to your destination The Goto will provide you with a direct route back to the waypoint and will not necessarily follow the track you created The destination name distance to the destination and time to reach it are displayed in the window at the top of the screen Two additional data fields are provided at the bottom of the page and can be programmed to display a variety of navigation data such as speed heading etc When you begin to approach the waypoint an Arriving At Destination message will appear You can view your progress by toggling between the Map and Navigation Page To stop navigation select Stop Navigation from either the Map or Navigation pages options menus You have now completed a basic exercise in GPS naviga tion As you learn more about the units operation you will be able to apply more features to your navigation skills SECTION 3 Overview Because the eTrex Venture relies on satellite signals to provide you with navigational guidance the units view of the sky will determine how fast you achieve navigational status GPS signals do not travel through rocks build ings people metal or heavy tree cover so keep the unit i
52. hance navigation or customize the units operation to meet your requirements This Getting Started section will introduce you to the Main Pages and how they are structured You will also be shown how to perform basic navigation techniques to help you start using your eTrex Venture immediately Detailed instructions on using the eTrex Ventures features and their options are contained in the Reference section Features include Storage for 500 Waypoints with name and graphic symbol An automatic Track Log with storage capability for 10 Tracks with 250 points each Route building capability with storage for 20 Routes with 50 Waypoints each A Trip Computer for displaying a variety of navigation data such as speed ETA ETE heading odometer etc A Find Feature for locating Waypoints Cities and Points of Interest Point of Interest data storage allowing transfer from a GARMIN MapSource CD ROM Pre loaded MapSource Major Cites mapping data Wide Area Augmentation System WAAS capability Getting Started Setup Features and Basic Navigation Points of Interest data must be transferred to the unit using a GARMIN MapSource Points of Interest CD ROM See pages 4 and 55 for more information About WAAS Because the Wide Area Aug mentation System WAAS is currently under development and is not fully supported by geo stationary satellites effec tive use of the WAAS feature may b
53. have been located the window at the top of the page will display a Ready to Navigate message If you experience difficulty in tracking satellites refer to pages 13 and 14 for informa tion about satellite reception and remedies NOTE When you use the unit for the first time It may take up to five minutes to find your location After that it will take about 15 to 45 seconds to locate your position Getting Started Battery Installation Important Note When replacing batteries use only new or fully recharged bat teries and do not mix Alhaline NiCad or Lithium batteries Remove the batteries from the unit if you don t plan to use it for several months Follow the battery manufactur ers instructions for proper care and disposal of used batteries In typical use battery life will vary Extensive use of backlighting will reduce battery life When using Battery Saver or Use With GPS Off mode when not navigating batteries can last up to 20 hours Starting Up GPS Receiver Status Message Satellites V Signal Strength Satellite aE Ready To Navigate N Accuracy 16 Feet N 3851338 Location W094 47 930 Elevation 1098 Satellite Page Getting Started Backlighting and Contrast Press amp Release POWER Button to turn Backlighting On Off Use ZOOM IN amp OUT Buttons to Adjust Contrast Map Data Setup Display Backlighting and Contrast Set Up If lighting conditi
54. he Find Menu Overview The Find Menu allows you to find stored locations waypoints and cities They can be found by name or by those nearest to your current location Position Icon or the panning arrow Map Pointer If you are using the MapSource Points of Interest CD ROM the list of find locations will be expanded to include categories for Points of Interest Press and release the FIND button to access the Find Menu The Find Menu allows you to locate and travel to Waypoints Marked and saved locations on the map used as a destination or a point on the way waypoints to a destination Refer to page 27 to mark or create a waypoint Favorites A list of familiar and often used waypoints Cities A list of major cities in the basemap Points of Interest A list of restaurants museums hospitals landmarks etc For some categories there are two methods of listing The By Name list contains every item in the map database for the selected category while the Nearest list contains only those items that are near to your Current Location or to the Map Pointer Categories listed by either method will display a choose prompt These pages are structured with a set of sub menus and location information pages that guide you through the process of finding locations Use them to construct a Route establish a direct line of travel Goto or when gathering information Finding a Waypoint Overview Waypoints th
55. hree the Battery Saver and Use With GPS Off options significantly reduce battery power consump tion The Battery Saver mode reduces the rate of satellite signal position updating and the Use With GPS Off option stops satellite signal reception altogether This Page Option Menu also displays the current ver sion of unit operating software and the Internal Serial Number The path for downloading software updates from the GARMIN website is www garmin com Down loading requires use of the GARMIN PC Interface Cable Instructions for downloading are posted at the website You can use the Wide Area Augmentation System WAAS capability of the eTrex Venture to produce a more accurate position fix 3 meters nominal When enabled this feature searches for a WAAS satellite near your location and then receives data for correcting differentials in the GPS satellite signals When WAAS has been enabled you will see WAAS satellite numbers beginning at No 33 or above dis played on the Satellite Page When differential correction data has been received for GPS satellites numbers 32 or below a D will appear in the signal bar beneath the skyview It is helpful to orient the unit antenna toward the WAAS satel lite shown in the skyview To learn more about the WAAS System its satellite positions and current state of develop ment access the Federal Aviation Administration website http gps faa gov Refer to the Trouble Shoo
56. id option allows you view latitude and longitude grids lines on the Map Page and is useful when using the map when zoomed In and panning the map Scale options indicate the map scale at which Tracks Tracks Logs Map Features or Text Boxes for Map Features will appear allowing you to remove map clutter and define map features as desired Reference Map Page Setup Options Ed F T Orientation North Up Auto Zoom Off Lat Lon Grid On Page Setup Mop Setup X FT zoom Soved Tracks ALTO Track Log AUTO Goto Line Bearing Trachs Setup Mes Setup S X 3 T zoom Pts Of Interest AUTO Waypoints AUTO Map Features Setup Mm Setup x 38 72 P 1 Text Pts Of Interest Med Text Setup I I Hise 56 000 SSS eS SS Sy I I I I l W S4 52 000 WwOsd 44 000 m I l 2 44 000 H 38744 00i Optional Lat Lon Grid Lines 21 Reference Map Page Setup Options i PIT Text Pts Of Interest BETTEMI Map Page Setup Feature Options Zooming In and Out on the Map I Do WO T8330 000 H 40 20 000 079 45 01 if JOHNSTON H 40 15 000 I ITON Warg a0 ooo WINNIPEG _ MONTREAL TOT Qm mu Uum DENVER SCR he 0HEW YORK wm ode OANOKE bo on ENIX c ESATLANTA e HOUSTON Sangre SH NTERREY I P 500 500 ems 00000 mapsource co CITY AMT Zoom Out 12 200 mpsouree owerzoom
57. ll appear gray If Show Data Fields is selected it will be replaced by the Hide Data Fields option The Setup Map option consists of four sub pages Reference Map Page Options Panning 1 Ready To Navigate Accuracy 16 Feet Dallas H 32 47 657 EILEEN AUSTIN o COLUMBIA LANTA UeUSTA MACON CHARLESTO z o a ACKSONVILLE DAYTOHA BEAC ORLANDO Savannah Georgia United States of America Large City 592 27 Bearing 5 Map Item Information Using the Panning Arrow Overview The Map Page pan function allows you to display an arrow used to point at and identify items on the map and to move the map in order to view areas beyond the current viewing area on the display The map panning function is activated from the options menu on the Map Page The CLICK STICK moves the panning arrow also referred to as the map pointer in the desired direction on the map page If the arrow moves to the edge of the map display the map will also move to reveal more map area When the arrow moves to the edge of the display the map will take some time to redraw the new area of the map Whenever the panning arrow is placed on a map item the name of that item will be highlighted This features applies to waypoints cities points of interest everything that is displayed Pressing and releasing the CLICK STICK marks the arrow location or the map item information page An option
58. llows you to choose from Cardinal Letters Degrees or Mils North Reference You can choose from True Magnetic Grid or User options If User is chosen you must enter the Magnetic Variation using data entry techniques Step by Step Instructions e Display Cardinal Letters To select Display and North Reference options Options 1 Highlight the field and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display the options North Reference 2 Highlight the option and press in on the CLICK Options STICK to activate 47 Reference Setup Pages Interface Page Overview The Interface Settings Page allows you to choose from seven different input output serial data formats or none at all This feature is used when connecting your eTrex Venture to external NMEA devices a DGPS beacon receiver a personal computer etc For effective use of this feature it is necessary to have a working knowledge of these applications Following is a description of each format GARMIN The proprietary format used to exchange waypoint track and map data with a PC GARMIN DGPS Allows DGPS input using a GARMIN beacon receiver and a standard RTCM SC 104 and DGPS tuning NMEA Out Supports the output of standard NMEA 0183 version 2 3 data Text Out Allows simple ASCII text output of location and velocity information without any input capabilities RCTM In Allows DGPS input using a standard RCTM SC 104 format without any output capabilities
59. menu allows you to add it to the Favorites list add it to a route project a waypoint from it save it as a waypoint or view the sun and moon phase from it On screen buttons at the bottom of the page allow you to Goto the map item display it on the map or to select OK and return to the Map Page When using the panning arrow pressing the FIND button will display items with the panning arrow map pointer location used as a reference point for nearest items instead of your current location Press the PAGE button to return to the Main Map Page Step by Step Instructions To find details about or Goto a map item 1 Use the CLICK STICK to move the panning arrow to the map item that you want to learn more about 2 When the item s name is highlighted press in and release the CLICK STICK to display the Information Page for that item Use the CLICK STICK to highlight and press the Goto button on the page to navigate to the item UI Stop Navigation The Stop Navigation option allows you to quit naviga tion of a Goto Route or Track in progress To stop navigation 1 Select Stop Navigation and then press in on the CLICK STICK When there is no active navigation the Stop Naviga tion option will appear grayed out and is non functional Hide Navigation Status Show Navigation Status The Hide Nav Status Show Nav Status option allows you to view GPS navigation data in a window at the
60. n 2 0 format through the Data In line The GARMIN GBR 21 is the recommended beacon receiver for use with the eTrex Venture Other beacon receivers with the correct RTCM format may be used but may not correctly display status or allow tuning control from the GPS unit The eTrex Venture may be hard wired to a serial con nector using the Data Cable P N 010 10205 00 see Appendix A for ordering information Refer to the wiring diagram and the eTrex Venture unit data connection illus trated below The PC Interface Cable provided with this unit allows you to connect your eTrex Venture to a PC compatible computers serial port Q OQ eTrex Venture Connector a e ej 2 E 2 Ground Data Out um Data In Data O Data Power Data Cable Appendices To resolve problems that cannot be remedied Appendix E using this guide Contact GARMIN Customer Service at Troubleshooting 913 397 8200 Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Unit does not turn on Batteries are exhausted Replace batteries Unit will not turn ON Batteries may be installed backwards Reinstall batteries even with new batteries You are pressing and releasing the You must press and hold the POWER button POWER button for two seconds The unit turns On then turns OFF Batteries may be nearly exhausted Replace batteries It takes more than ten minutes The unit s view of satellites is Move to a location with a clear view to get a location fix obstructed of th
61. n AID NAVAID any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and therefore become unsafe CAUTION IT IS THE USER S RESPONSIBILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT PRUDENTLY THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED TO BE USED ONLY AS A TRAVEL AID AND MUST NOT BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE REQUIRING PRECISE MEASUREMENT OF DIREC TION DISTANCE LOCATION OR TOPOGRAPHY THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE USED AS AN AID TO DETERMINE GROUND PROXIMITY FOR AIRCRAFT NAVIGATION MAP DATA INFORMATION One of the goals of GARMIN is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available to us at a rea sonable cost We use a combination of governmental and private data sources which we identify as required in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer Virtually all data sources contain inaccurate or incomplete data to some degree This is particularly true outside the United States where complete and accu rate digital data is either not available or prohibitively expensive WARNING For use in vehicles it is the sole responsibil ity of the owner operator of the eTrex Venture to secure the GPS unit so that it will not interfere with the vehicles operating controls obstruct the driver view of driving conditions or cause damage or personal injury in the event of an accident Do not mount the eTrex Venture over air bag panels or in the field of air bag deployment Air bag expand with a rapid force that can propel objects in
62. n X Setting the Correct Time button and press in on the CLICK STICK If the time displayed in the field at the bottom of the Main Menu does not match the time for your current location time zone you may need to set the time Use the Main Menu to access the Setup Pages select the Time Icon and then follow instructions for setting the time on page 45 9 Getting Started Basic Navigation Hark Waypoint N 38 51 328 Location 409447336 Elevation 1036 Distance 0 0 Bearing O00 The Mark Waypoint Page dis playing your Marked Waypoint along with the latitude and lon gitude and approx elevation On screen buttons can create a Direct path Goto to the waypoint show it on the map Map and confirm your selec tion as a waypoint OK Mark Waypoint ABC Back 1 2 3 DFG I JKL NOP 0 S T UV The Data Entry Keyboard 10 To begin learning how to use your eTrex Venture begin by using some basic navigation techniques such as marking your current location as a waypoint and travel a short distance and allow yourself to be guided back to where you started Marking your Current Location as a Waypoint The first step in most navigation exercises is to mark your current location as a waypoint so you can return to it later NOTE The eTrex Venture must be READY TO NAVIGATE before you can Mark a waypoint To Mark a Waypoint 1 Press in and hold the CLICK STICK until the Ma
63. n clear view of the sky for best results The Satellite Page provides picture of satellite signal tracking and tells you when the unit is ready for navigation At least three satellite signals are needed to find your location The Skyview graphic represents a view looking up at the sky from your current location showing satellites and their assigned number The outer ring represents the horizon around you and the inner circle a position in the sky at a 45 angle from your location A Signal Strength Bar for each satellite shown just below Satellites and their signals appear as hollow shapes until a signal is received and then they appear darkened in The stronger the signal the taller the signal bar If the unit cannot initially when first turned on determine its location it will display a Poor Satellite Reception message with four options Each offers a brief explanation when highlighted to guide your decision When indoors or where a clear view of the sky is obstructed or you want to save battery power select the Use With GPS Off option from the Satellite Page Option Menu You can enter data create routes etc but cannot navigate in this mode You can orient the satellite skyview by selecting optional Track Up your direction of travel or North Up with the satellite skyview oriented to the north You can manually enter a new more accurate eleva tion if known to increase position accuracy If you have moved more
64. nd fax User Waypoints HOHE 4 CAMPGROUND GARHIN GRHEUR GRMPHX GRHTWN fat Distance 0 07 Bearing 309 Waypoint Find List H 38 51 341 Location IE Elevation 1009 Distance e 5 Bearing 309 Waypoint Information Page 31 Reference The Find Menu Waypoints avorites Cities Points of Interest Favorites Category Find IX Favorites 4 S aWest Glen 18 Theatr Boulevard Drive In Stilwell Kenneth Favorites List Point of Interest Entertainment Hovie Theater T West Glen 18 Theatres 16301 Midland Dr Shawnee Mission KS 66217 913 631 6132 Distance 10 0 Bearing H Favorites Information Page 32 Finding a Favorite Overview Favorites are map items and waypoints that have designated as those you would like to give a special status as they are frequently used or have other special signifi cance Placing a waypoint in the Favorites makes it easy to access as this list has a maximum of 50 entries The process for finding favorite waypoints from the Favorites list is the same as finding a regular waypoint with the exception that there is no Nearest or By Name option Step by Step Instructions To find a Favorite 1 Use the CLICK STICK to select the Favorites option trom the Find List and then press it in to display the list Use the CLICK STICK to select the desired
65. ndividuals with a working knowledge of map grids and datums To learn more about these subjects visit the National Imagery and Mapping Agency at http Avww nima mil or inquire at your library Position Format Allows you to choose from different grid formats The default position format hddd mm mmm displays the latitude and longitude in degrees and minutes and is most commonly used Map Datum Offers a selection of nearly all map datums in common use Every map is based on a map datum a reference model of the earth s shape and is usually listed in the title block of the map If you are comparing GPS coordinates to a paper map chart or other reference the map datum in this field must match the horizontal map datum used to gener ate the map or other reference The default datum is WGS 84 World Geodetic Survey 1984 and should only be changed when using maps or charts specifying a different datum If a map does specify a datum use the options list to find datums applicable to the region of the map selecting the one that provides the best positioning at a known point You may also choose the User datum for custom designed grids Distance Speed You can choose from three units of measure to display your rate of travel Elevation Vertical Speed You can choose from two units of measure to record your elevation and rate of ascent Step by Step Instructions To select Units Page options 1 For all fields on this p
66. ne hour to the offset Longitudinal Zone Offset Longitudinal Zone Offset W180 0 to W172 5 12 00 E007 5 to E0225 01 00 W172 5 to W157 5 11 00 E027 5 to BOST S 4 02 00 W157 5 to W142 5 10 00 E0329 to BOO O 103 00 W142 5 to W127 5 09 00 E067 5 to B 0G2 5 104 00 W127 5 to W112 5 08 00 E082 5 to B09 7 5 105 00 W112 5 to W097 5 07 00 E09 7 5 to E112 5 106 00 W097 5 to W082 5 06 00 B1I25 to E1243 107 00 W082 5 to W067 5 05 00 B1225 to E273 08 00 W067 5 to W052 5 04 00 E127 5 to E142 5 109 00 W052 5 to W037 5 03 00 E142 5 to E157 5 110 00 W037 5 to W022 5 02 00 ELIS to ELIP 11 00 W022 5 to W007 5 01 00 EI 0 Eloo S 12 00 W007 5 to E007 5 00 00 A simple way to determine your local time offset is how many hours you are behind or ahead of UTC also called Greenwich or zulu time Example EST Eastern Standard Time is 5 hours behind UTC so your offset would be 5 Adding one hour for daylight savings would make EDT Eastern Daylight Time 4 Subtract an hour for each time zone as you travel west Offsets for Continental U S would be EST 5 EDT 4 CST 6 CDT 5 MST 7 MDT 6 PST 8 PDT 7 54 Standard Accessories Carry Lanyard Part No 013 00052 00 Provides convenient method for carrying the eTrex Venture Attaches to a slot on the bottom of the unit Not shown PC Interface Cable Part No 010 10206 00
67. ning the use and operation of this and other GARMIN products GARMIN eTrex AutoLocate and TracBack are registered trademarks and MapSource and Personal Navigator are trademarks of GARMIN Corporation and may not be used without the express permission of GARMIN Corporation March 2001 Part Number 190 00203 00 Rev B Printed in Taiwan SECTION 1 Introduction About This Manual Thank you for choosing the GARMIN eTrex Venture To get the most from your new eTrex Venture take time to read through this owners manual in order to understand all of the operating features This manual is organized into four sections The Introduction section provides FCC and safety information and the Table of Contents The Getting Started section introduces you to the eTrex Venture features main operating pages and basic navigation methods The Reference section provides details about using the features of the eTrex Venture according to topic The explanations for each feature in this section are divided into 1 An overview that discusses the feature and how it functions and 2 A detailed Step by Step instruction for using the feature Reading the overview may be all that you require to operate features however the Step by Step instructions are available if needed The Appendices contain information on items such as Accessories Specifications a Troubleshooting Guide and an Index by Subject Standard Package Contents eTrex Ventur
68. nt Time of sunset at a route waypoint Pointer Direction pointer to a route waypoint To select data field options 1 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the data fields on the Route Page and then press in to display the Data Field Options Menu 2 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the desired option and then press in to enter the option in the data field Using Track Logs Overview The eTrex Venture draws an electronic breadcrumb trail on the Map Page as you travel along This breadcrumb trail is the Track Log The Track Log contains informa tion about points along its path including time and posi tion The eTrex Venture can use this information to allow you to navigate using the saved track The TracBack feature allows you to return along a traveled path without marking any waypoints When you are ready to return to where you started the eTrex Ven ture will take you back by following the Track Log that you left behind You can save a total of ten tracks in the unit memory The Track Log starts recording as soon as the unit gets a satellite location fix and the Track Log feature is turned on If you want to keep a record of a certain Track log or use the TracBack feature it is recommended that you clear the Track Log before you start traveling The percentage of memory used by the current track log is displayed in a window at the top of the page After the Track Log is Cleared it will show zero percen
69. ons make it hard for you to see the display screen you can adjust the contrast or turn on the backlight To turn on the backlighting 1 Press and release the POWER button to turn on the backlight feature trom any page on the unit The backlight will remain on until the set timeout period is completed or the POWER button is pressed again The unit is factory set to timeout 15 seconds after the last button press To adjust the screen contrast 1 Use the ZOOM IN or OUT buttons to adjust the contrast with the Satellite Page displayed Transferring MapSource Points of Interest Data If you have purchased a GARMIN MapSource Points of Interest CD ROM you may want to load data for restau rants shopping malls lodging attractions entertainment transportation etc before beginning use The eTrex Venture will currently accept only the Points of Interest map data guide Data transfer requires the use of a PC a GARMIN MapSource Points of Interest CD ROM and the PC Inter face Cable with RS232 serial port connector supplied with this unit Follow detailed instructions for data transfer in the MapSource Users Manual For detailed information concerning GARMIN MapSource CD ROM products contact yout GARMIN Dealer or use the GARMIN website www garmin com Getting Started Moving from main page to main page Page Basics The Main Pages All of the information you need to operate the eTrex Venture can be foun
70. oute 3 Use the CLICK STICK to move the map panning arrow to the waypoint you want to review and press in to pop up the options menu Select Review or Remove and press in again to either display the Information Page for that waypoint or remove it from the route To view the next waypoint in the route 1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 above 2 Place the map panning arrow on the waypoint you are currently viewing and press in to display the options menu Select Next and press in again to view the next waypoint which will be centered on the page Navigating a Route A Route can be navigated using the Map Page or the Navigation Page The Map Page displays your movement the route line and waypoints on the route The Navigation Page provides compass direction and a bearing pointer To navigate a route Select a route from the Routes List and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Route Page Highlight the on screen Navigate button at the bottom of the page and then press in on the CLICK STICK to begin navigating the route Observe that you have moved to the Navigation Page Move to the Map Page and observe the route displayed on the map and the position icon indicating your current location Begin moving and observe directional information on the Navigation Page and your progress on the Map Page To stop navigation use the Stop Navigation option on either page or the Stop button on the Rou
71. ress and hold to Zoom in and out on the Map Page Press and hold when on the Satellite Page to adjust the screen contrast The FIND button Press and release to access the Find Menu mni LN A NOTE The eTrex Venture is designed to be ed cavar held and operated in the left hand but it Slot can be held and operated using the right hand as well to suit your preference Installing the Batteries The eTrex Venture operates on two AA batteries not included which are located in the back of the unit Rechargeable Alkaline NiCad or Lithium batteries may also be used Stored data will not be lost when the batteries are removed To install batteries 1 Remove the battery cover on the back of the unit Turn the D ring 1 4 turn counter clockwise amp pull away 2 Insert the batteries observing proper polarity as shown at the right 3 Reinstall the battery cover by turning the D ring 1 4 turn clockwise 9 P d Battery Compartment D ring N Battery Cover Starting Up Your eTrex Venture To start up the eTrex Venture take the unit outside and find an open area where the built in antenna has a clear view of the sky Hold the unit at a comfortable height with the antenna pointing up Press and hold the POWER button to turn the unit on You will see the Welcome Page Press the PAGE button to acknowledge the copyright and warning messages and move to the Satellite Page When a sufficient number of satellites
72. ress the FIND button to display the Find Menu 2 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight Points of Interest and then press it in to display the Points of Interest Categories List Use the CLICK STICK to select the desired category and then press it in to display the Types List You will then be prompted to select tind by Nearest or find By Name Use the CLICK STICK to select the desired find method then press it in to display the find list The find list will display several sub categories and an All Types option Use the CLICK STICK to highlight your selection and then press it down to display the sub category list If you selected By Name a keyboard will display allow ing you to enter the characters of the name you want When enough characters are entered the list changes to display possible matches Use the CLICK STICK to highlight your selection trom the list and then press it in to display the Information Page for that item 8 Use the on screen buttons to Goto project a direct route to the item with navigation support from the Navigation and Map Pages or view on the Map Use the page options menu to add the item to a list save it as a waypoint or add the item to an existing route Point of Interest Info Page Pgint of Interest for an Attraction Attraction Huseum Historical Albrecht Kemper Museum UI p UI Oo l 2018 Frederick Aye Saint Joseph HO 6
73. rise Sunset Time of Doy Turn Velocity Mode Good Vertical Speed gee Time of Day 00 0603 Programmable Data Field with list of options 20 Data Field Overview Two optional data fields support the Map Page and can be programmed to display the following options Bearing The direction from your current location to a destination Course The direction from your starting location to a destination Off Course The distance left or right you are from the original course path of travel To Course The compass direction you must go in order to get back to the original course Current Destination The next waypoint on your route Current Distance The remaining distance to your next waypoint Current ETA The estimated time of day you will arrive at your next waypoint Current ETE The estimated time needed to arrive at the next waypoint on your route Elevation The altitude above sea level Final Destination The last waypoint on your route Final Distance The remaining distance to your final destination Final ETA The estimated time of day you will reach your final destination Final ETE The estimated time needed to reach your final destination Heading Your moving direction Pointer Indicates the direction to the next destination Speed Your rate of travel can be displayed in miles per hour kilometers per hour or nautical miles per hour Sunrise The time at which the sun rises on
74. rk Waypoint Page is displayed Whenever you hold in on the CLICK STICK your current location will be marked as a new waypoint with a three digit number assigned Before saving it you can personalize the newly marked waypoint by changing the numeric designation to a more meaningful name You can Also give it a map symbol to make it more recognizable when viewed on the map To change the waypoint name 1 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the waypoint name field 001 and then press it in to display the data entry keyboard 2 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the desired charac ters for your new name and then press it in to place a character in the data field The field will automati cally move to the next character position 3 Repeat the process until you have completed the new name or have reached the character limit for the field Then highlight OK on the keyboard and then press in on the CLICK STICK to complete the name entry and close the keyboard To change the waypoint symbol Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the waypoint symbol field on the Mark Waypoint Page and then press it in to display the list of symbols Use the CLICK STICK to move up and down the list to highlight the desired symbol and then press it in to place the symbol in the field on the page Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the on screen OK button at the bottom of the page and then press it in to save your new waypoint The waypoint can be
75. ructions To save and use a Track Log 1 Access the Tracks page from the Main Menu The page has On Off buttons a list of tracks and the number of unused tracks You can press in on the on screen Off button to pause track logging When track logging is active the On button will appear to be recessed Highlight the Save on screen button and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display the track log Save Back Through list 4 Use the CLICK STICK to select the time and date that you would like to save the track through Press in on the CLICK STICK to save the track log and display the Track Page 6 The Track Page shows the track name which can be renamed using the keyboard for data entry the total distance of the track the number of points along the track a Show on Map option with check box and on screen buttons for Map OK and Tracback To enable the Tracback feature highlight the Tracback button and then press in on the CLICK STICK This will display the Tracback Menu with two options To Beginning and To End Highlight the desired option and then press in on the CLICK STICK to enable Access the Map Page or the Navigation page to navigate the Track NO UI UI l To use Track Log Setup options 1 Highlight the Tracks Page Options Menu button at the top of the page and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the menu 2 Highlight the
76. s button from the Route Page and press the CLICK STICK in to access the options menu 2 Highlight the Reverse Route option and then press in on the CLICK STICK to reverse the order of waypoints in the list To change the route back to the original order repeat this process To copy the route 1 Select the on screen page options button from the Route Page and press the CLICK STICK Down to access the options menu 2 Highlight the Copy Route option and then press in on the CLICK STICK to copy The copied route will appear on the Routes Page and the original route will be named the same but followed by a numeral 1 You may then rename and or modify the copied route To delete the route 1 Select the on screen page options button from the Route Page and press the CLICK STICK Down to access the options menu 2 Select Delete and then press in on the CLICK STICK You will be prompted Do you really want to delete route Select Yes To restore default settings for the route 1 Select the on screen page options button from the Route Page and press the CLICK STICK in to access the options menu 2 Select Restore Defaults and then press in on the CLICK STICK to restore factory settings Editing a Route Continued To review a waypoint 1 Select the waypoint from the Route Waypoints List and press the CLICK STICK in to access the options menu for the waypoint 2 Highlight Review and then pre
77. ss in on the CLICK STICK to display the Information Page for the waypoint 3 Highlight the on screen OK button and then press in on the CLICK STICK to return to the Route List To insert a new waypoint on the route list Press the CLICK STICK in to access the options menu 2 Highlight Insert and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Find Menu and select a new waypoint city exit point of interest etc 3 With the new waypoint highlighted press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Information Page for the new waypoint and then select the on screen OK button to add it the route To remove a waypoint from the route list 1 Select the waypoint that you want to remove from the Route Waypoints List and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the options menu for the waypoint 2 Highlight Remove and press in on the CLICK STICK to remove the waypoint from the list To change a route waypoint Select the waypoint that you want to change from the Route Waypoints List and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the options menu for the waypoint Highlight Change and press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Find Menu or create a new waypoint and add it to the Waypoints list 3 Select a new waypoint access its Information Page and press the on screen OK button to replace the old route waypoint NO Select the row that you want the new waypoint inserted Reference Routes
78. swestiedeonatioatiees 27 IN CATES T 30 SIT o C aep as pao IUOS RUPEE 2j Wiring Diagram Interface 56 Z Zoom In Out BOOMS a siio trina 2 16 DJ Appendices Appendix G GARMIN Limited Warranty GARMIN Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase GARMIN will at its sole option repair or replace any components which fail in normal use Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor The customer is however responsible for any transportation costs This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse misuse accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU To obtain warranty service call the GARMIN Customer Service department 913 397
79. t When the display shows 99 the most recent track points will start overwriting the least recent To avoid losing track points you want save the Track Log before it reaches the 99 mark The Saved Track Page displays the track and it can also be displayed on the Main Map Page as you navigate The TracBack feature allows you to retrace your track in both directions Tracks are marked BEGIN and END You can set the track recording interval to Distance Time or Automatic You can set the Track display resolu tion to High Medium Low and Lowest You can also use the options menu to delete all saved tracks Reference Tracks Page Track Log Saved Tracks CAHP JOGGING 1 STORE T Unused Tracks Page Mop fw Ready To Mavigate Accuracy 18 Feet Track on Main Map Page For effective use of the TracBack feature clear the Track Log before start ing a new trip or after saving the Track Log Rename saved Track Logs to help identify them later 43 Reference Tracks Page Saved Track BIB Mame JOGGING Save Back Through Save Track Options TracBack x To End To Beginning TracBack Options Log Setup E w Wrap When Full Track Log Setup Menu Distance ae Auto Options If you choose Auto record you can set the recording interval from More to Least Often You can set recording intervals for Time or Distance as desired 44 Step by Step Inst
80. t Location the field values displayed on the page will reflect the times at your current location If you choose Use Map a map page will display Use the map pointer to identify the desired location and then press in on the CLICK STICK 4 If you choose Use Find Menu follow instructions for using the Find Menu on page 30 NOTE The times displayed are the recognized best and good times for hunting and fishing But be certain that they are not in conflict with state and local game laws which may vary from location to location It is your responsi bility to know and abide by these laws Acquisition time Update Rate GPS Accuracy DGPS USCG Accuracy DGPS WAAS Accuracy SECTION 4 Appendices Appendix A Specifications Physical Case Fully gasketed high impact plastic alloy waterproof to IPX7 standards waterproof to one meter for 30 minutes Size 4 4 Hx2 W x 1 2 D Weight Approx 5 3 ounces 150g w batteries Temperature Range 5 to 158 F 15 to 70 C operating Performance Receiver Ditferential ready 12 parallel channel Approx 15 seconds warm start Approx 45 seconds EZinit cold start Approx 5 minutes First Time AutoLocate 1 second continuous lt 15 meters 49 ft RMS 95 typical 3 5 meters 10 16 ft 95 typical with DGPS corrections lt 3 meters 10 ft 95 typical with DGPS corrections Velocity Accuracy 0 05 meter sec steady state Dynamics Performs to spe
81. te Page N Cc uU amp WwW Reference Adding a new waypoint within a Route Navigation E E Navigation Page with Bearing Pointer Mop Eam St Louis 435 O4 tes 35min l a eee i DN o a City k m2 St Loui Wichita Q Springfield Oklahoma City al ITTLE Navigating a Route on the Map Page 41 Reference Routes Route EX HOME STANLEY Data Field Options Menu HOME EXITH213 HOME Gordner Bucyrus ma Westport Square itt Exit MM 213 Dist To Pt Leg Dist 542 10 1 Distance to Point vs Leg Distance Io view Leg information highlight the end waypoint on a leg 42 Data Fields for the Route Page When navigating a Route the data displayed in the data fields on Route Page may be customized to provide useful navigation information that is specifically related to route navigation These data options appear only on the Route Page Options for this type of navigation are Distance to Point The distance from your current loca tion to a route waypoint Leg Course The line of travel between two route waypoints Leg Distance The distance between two route waypoints Leg Time The time required to travel from a route waypoint to the next ETA To Point Estimated Time of Arrival at a route waypoint in sequence ETE To Point Estimated Time Enroute to a route waypoint Sunrise At Point Time of sunrise at a route waypoint Sunset At Poi
82. terest 30 34 35 Find Waypoints ssssss 30 31 G Global Positioning System GPS ilo GOLO FUNCIONS isse rotto retis 12 36 Sues C 12 H Heading Sel ctloft iios em to o eb A Initialization see 313 Installing Batteries ssss 3 e NNI ME 48 L Location Matkigl is escono radtaas Zt M DUA IRR TR 9 26 Maln TAO sirosis aa 5 9 Main Page MiMi MM DINN MET J Map D G E 46 Map DISpIQy uis emsesinsetenteneoidaeit 16 21 WIAD sor 6 16 Wi Pase C DUIS ooosose tins caida 19 22 NESCIT on smettere 2 111621 MapSource Points of Interest 4 22 Marka VD DOIN sp esse tient a 21 Mark Waypoint Page sss ai ll Eqs i i MEM A E ee 23 Measuring Between Waypoints IPAE he Moving a WASDOD sede ectecotete trio 28 40 N Navigation Pape ercis 5 1 23 24 Nearest Waypoints Cities etc 31 NMEA 48 56 Normal ModE aanteadedsuonieteobhtdneseebontonhteereentes 49 MOni Uee 14 21 Norii Reie iene uis series snb 47 0 Bun 23 Offset Time sss 45 54 ioc reen DUONG oLseesncnititanu ds etit teneras 5 Option Menis cessisse 9 13 16 2125 20 OCENE Do 21 P Panning Map sess 16 18 Fe DONON MP r 2 POS POEIAE ss 46 Projecting a Wa VDO nennen 29 POOT DOO eoa ueincomonennes 2 R Receiver Status ose bett estie o beta 3
83. the Options Menu for this page Options include Stop Navigation Bearing Pointer Course Pointer Big Num bers and Restore Defaults Big Numbers converts infor mation in the data fields to display in a large text format while reducing the size of the compass ring At the bottom of the page are two data fields that are user programmable with a choice of different data options Bearing Final ETA Course Final ETE Off Course Heading To Course Speed Current Destination Sunrise Current Distance Sunset Current ETA Time of Day Current ETE Trip Odometer Elevation Turn Final Destination Velocity Made Good Final Distance Vertical Speed Definitions on page 20 Reference The Navigation Page Navigation E Kenneth 10 1 ofl OD sain Elevation Time of Dav 1132 09 26 Navigation Page with Bearing Pointer Active Navigation Clore fi 91 38min 447 i 9tt Course To Course 10 4 Navigation Page with Course Pointer and Course Deviation Indicator CDD Scale active Use the ZOOM buttons to adjust the CDI scale setting 23 Reference The Navigation Page Stop Novigation 5 Bearing Pointer Big Numbers Restore Defaults Navigation Page Options Menu Stanley l i m rmn Turn Velocity Made Good Navigation Page Data Fields Options Menu The slider at the side of the menu indicates a multi page list of options 24 Step
84. this day Sunset The time at which the sun sets on this day Time of Day The time for the selected time zone Trip Odometer The accumulated distance traveled Turn The angle difference in degrees between the bearing to your destination and your current line of travel T means turn Left R means turn Right Velocity Made Good The speed at which you are closing on a destination along a desired course Vertical Speed Your rate of altitude gain loss over time Setup Map Overview The Setup Map option displays the Map Setup Pages These pages determine how map features are displayed allowing you to tailor the map to your needs The Map Page Setup Options The Map Setup Page consists of four sub pages each accessed by an on screen button Each page provides a list of options for the following features Page Orientation Track Up or North Up Auto Zoom On or Off Latitude and Longitude Grid On or Off Tracks Saved Tracks Scale options of Off Auto or 120 feet through 800 miles Track Log Scale options of Off Auto or 120 feet through 800 miles Goto Line Bearing or Course Map Features Points of Interest Scale options of Off Auto or 120 feet through 800 miles Waypoints Scale options of Off Auto or 120 feet through 800 miles Text Points of Interest Sizes from None Small Medium or Large Waypoints Sizes from None Small Medium or Large The Latitude Longitude Gr
85. ting Guide on page 57 if WAAS access and differentials are not obtained At the bottom of this page are the Amount of Memory Used Power Status Date and Time and Backlighting Status Step by Step Instructions To select GPS mode or WAAS options 1 Highlight the field and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display the options 2 Highlight the option and press in on the CLICK STICK to activate Reference Setup Pages Hemory Used 47 07 55 035 M 0 System Setup Page in Normal Mode and with WAAS Enabled Satellite Ready To Navigate Accuracy 10 Feet MN 38 31 338 muon WO94 47 93q WAAS Enabled WAAS Satellite is No 35 and D in Signal Bars for GPS Satellites Restore Defaults Software Version System Page Options Menu with Operating Software Information Access 49 Reference Accessory Pages Accessories EJERI MM B wo s z G 1t DUET Sun amp Moon Calendar x htt Hunt amp Fish 09 49 33 O7 Dec 00 Y Accessory Menu Date Time 04 JAN 01 09 59 Location Current Location Sun amp Moon Page Current Location Use Hap Use Find Menu Location Options List 2 m Overhead Moon Phase Stop Animation Buttons 50 Accessories Menu The are three accessory pages features which enhance the unit operation but are not essential sun and moon position relative to a location a calendar displayed by month
86. top of the page that lists the status of satellite tracking and accuracy of GPS positioning When hidden more map area is displayed To hide or show Nav Status 1 Select Hide or Show from the option list and then press in on the CLICK STICK Hide Data Fields Show Data Fields The Hide Data Fields Show Data Fields option allows you to view two programmable data fields When hidden more map area is displayed To hide or show Data Fields 1 Select Hide or Show from the option list and then press in on the CLICK STICK Data Field Step by Step Instructions To program a data field 1 Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the data field and then press it in to display the options menu 2 Highlight the desired option and then press in on the CLICK STICK to place it in the data field Reference Map Page Options Pan Hap Show Nay Status Hide Data Fields Setup Mop Restore Defaults Stop Navigation Option PITTSBURGH o o Map Page with Nav Status and Data Fields Hidden Bearing Course Off Course To Course Map Data Fields with Options Menu 13 Reference Data Fields Status Field shows satellite tracking and accuracy Non programmable M Eja Ready To Havigate Accuracy 16 Feet I H 41 068 0060 J0 ySTOWN worse gnn ime of Dav 16 03 Two eee data fields Mop Eja Ready To Havigate Accuracy lb Feet Speed Sun
87. ve the Navigation Page it will display the name of Springfield 141 your destination the distance from your current location reme and a Bearing Pointer indicating the direction you should travel The time require to reach your destination will display when you begin to travel and establish a pre dicted rate of movement The Data Fields at the bottom of the page will display information relative to your travel as appropriate for the type of data selected to appear in those fields 4 Use the PAGE button or Main Page Menu to access the Map Page and observe your movements and a dark line indicating the direct path from your current location to your destination Springfield 141 Use the Bearing Pointer on the Navigation Page to main hrs nin i tain travel in the right direction and observe distance and time information to monitor your progress When you are close to your destination an Arriving at Destination message will appear If you move past the destination the Bearing Pointer will reverse and the distance display will begin to increase To stop navigating highlight the on screen Options Menu button at the top of the Navigation or Map Page and Trip Odom Time of Day press in on the CLICK STICK Select Stop Navigation 03 01 29 then press in on the CLICK STICK A Goto on the 36 Map Page U2 NS Navigation Page UI Oo l Reference Creating and Using a Route Overview Routes
88. waypoint name 4 To save the waypoint highlight OK and press in on the CLICK STICK 5 If you do not want to save it as a new waypoint press the PAGE button before pressing any other to cancel To create a waypoint using the map panning arrow 1 With the Pan Map feature active move the panning arrow map pointer to the map item you want and highlight it 2 Press in and release the CLICK STICK to display the item information page 3 With the Information Page displayed highlight the options menu button at the top of the page and then press the CLICK STICK in to open the menu 4 Highlight the Save As Waypoint option and press the CLICK STICK in to save the map item as a waypoint Marhing a Waypoint with the Panning Arrow Reference Marking Your Location Mark Waypoint cation f IHE Elevation 1012 Distance 0 0 Bearing N Mark Waypoint Page Post Office RV Park ft Residence 1 Restaurant t Restroom Scales m Scenic Area d School xi Seaplane Base Shipwreck Map Symbol List Creating a Waypoint FORT WAYHE D wu UU I I l I CINCINNATI G Wos2 00 000 50 absence _CHA I u piource 27 Reference Creating a Waypoint Panning JE Ready To Havigate Accuracy 16 Feet H FORT WAYHE We UU I fnoranapoys 2k CINCINHA Wfse onon I m a SO on the map without highlighting a map item Location

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