DE LORME Earthmate ® PN-60 GPS User Manual UpdatedJuly Oct 21, 22, 2010 Updated
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Table of Contents Introduction ............................................................................................................4 Using the PN-60 ....................................................................................................6 Using the SPOT Communicator ........................................................................... 13 The Home Page ................................................................................................... 16 The Activities Page .........
The Profile Page................................................................................................... 71 The Sun/Moon Page ............................................................................................ 74 The Tides Page .................................................................................................... 76 The Hunt/Fish Page ............................................................................................. 78 The Settings Page...........................
Introduction This manual is for use with DeLorme Earthmate ® PN-60/PN-60w GPS and SPOT Satellite Communicator devices. Note References to "PN-60" include both devices unless otherwise indicated. Getting Started Welcome How to Use the Manual The Earthmate PN-60/60w is a complete out-of-the-box handheld GPS solution for all your outdoor activities. When the manual instructs you to do something, use these actions on the PN-60: Navigate worry-free with included topo maps of the U.S. and Canada.
To exit a page or screen, press QUIT. To complete a series of steps—an arrow ( > ) indicates the sequence. Note that the sequences do not include ENTER and QUIT button presses described above. Visit the DeLorme Wiki at wiki.delorme.com for more information. The latest version of the User Manual is always available for download.
Using the PN-60 For information on setting up your device for the first time, see the Quick Start Guide. Batteries and SD Card Use two AA batteries (Lithium is recommended; you can also use NiMH or alkaline) or a DeLorme rechargeable Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery. When the PN-60 is using battery power, the battery indicator on the Home Page displays the percentage of battery life remaining. Remove the batteries when storing the PN-60 for a month or longer.
bottom left corner of the screen flashes red. When the device is fully charged, the light is green. To improve battery life Automatically turn off the backlight after 15 seconds; go to Settings > Display > Backlight Timer > 15 sec. Use the power saving option; go to Settings > System > GPS Setting > Power Saving. For more information, see To change system settings on page 79. Turn off the GPS receiver when inside.
Using the Buttons » To unlock the buttons, press Power. Then, select Yes when you see the Unlock the Buttons? message. Tips » Reduce the backlight intensity and decrease the timer to significantly improve battery life. » The TFT screen is readable in direct sunlight or slanting light conditions. » For more information about backlight intensity and the back light timer, see the Settings > Display section on page 80.
reorder pages, go to Settings > Page Order (for more information, see Page Order on page 84). The default page sequence is: Home Satellites Map Compass Trip Info Directions (when navigating) Menu Press the MENU button to access functions for the page or screen you are using. From any page, press the MENU button twice to go to the Home Page. From any main menu, press the MENU button to go to the Home Page. The menu lists actions specific to the active page— select the item and press ENTER.
Enter Using the Keyboard Press the ENTER button to: The on-screen keyboard is available when you need to enter text, such as when editing a waypoint label, adding text to a comment field, or entering search parameters. Complete the selection of a menu option, entry, field, or screen button. Get detailed information about a point on the map, if available. Quit The function of the QUIT button depends on the status of the PN-60; some of the things you can do are: Exit a page or screen.
Special Keys Move the cursor one space to the left without deleting a letter or number. Move the cursor one space to the right without deleting a letter or number. Change the case of the next letter (the active case is shown in the keyboard). To use all caps, highlight and then press ENTER twice. Also changes numbers to additional symbols. Move the cursor one space to the left, deleting the character that was there. Move the cursor one space to the right, leaving a blank space.
how info fields look on the screen. To restore info fields Go to MENU > Info Fields > Arrange Info Fields and select an option. On the Map, Compass, Profile, and Trip Info Pages, you can restore the default information fields for your current activity. To change the size of the text On the Trip Info Page, you can change the size of the text that displays, which also changes the number of info fields.
Using the SPOT Communicator The SPOT Satellite Communicator has two buttons and five light indicators that provide access to power, the SOS message, and device status information. It can operate alone to send emergency messages when the PN-60w is not available. For information about setting up the SPOT Communicator for first time use and how to set up your account at findmespot.com, see the Quick Start Guide.
Communicator or by the paired PN-60w. Note The SOS button should be used only for lifethreatening or other critical situations. Light Indicators The SPOT Communicator uses lights to tell you what it’s doing. Every time you turn the SPOT Communicator on, it performs an automatic self-test. Important! If the SPOT Communicator’s self test fails, the Power, GPS, and Message Sending lights simultaneously blink red.
SOS Green–The SPOT Communicator is in SOS mode. Red–Cancelling SOS mode. Visit the DeLorme Wiki at wiki.delorme.com for more information. The latest version of the User Manual is always available for download. Batteries and Connector Batteries The SPOT Communicator is powered by two Lithium batteries (Energizer ® Ultimate Lithium). See page 92 for more information. Connector The SPOT Communicator has a mini-USB connector located in the battery compartment.
The Home Page The Home Page uses icons to give you a quick and easy way to locate the page on the device you want to view. Home Page Icons Tracks Waypoints Geocaches Compass Map Trip Info Settings Satellites SPOT (PN-60w only) Use the arrow keypad to select an icon and then press ENTER to open that page. The Home Page also displays the GPS status and accuracy, the battery indicator, time, and date. To quickly get to the Home Page, from any page on the PN-60, press MENU twice.
The Activities Page Use the Activities Page to optimize the info fields and settings on your PN-60 for eight pre-defined activities and two custom activities. For each activity, the device will automatically change the page order, info fields, and other settings to give you information that is specific to what you are doing. If you change an option while you are using an activity, your changes are saved—allowing you to fine tune each one of your activities.
The Satellites Page The Satellites Page displays GPS and satellite information, time, and elevation. Constellation and Signal Graph Both the satellite constellation and the satellite signal graph display visible satellites and their identifying numbers. The satellite constellation depicts each satellite’s position and the signal graph bars indicate the strength of each satellite signal.
stations that correct GPS signals to improve accuracy. To turn off GPS The GPS status is based on the satellite acquisition status. You can use many features on the PN-60 without a GPS fix. When the GPS receiver is turned off, "GPS OFF" displays on the screen and all satellites are removed from the satellite constellation. GPS Off–The GPS receiver is turned off. No Fix–The GPS does not have sufficient satellite data to determine your current GPS position.
GPS Accuracy In the lower left corner of the Satellites Page, the GPS accuracy displays. This is the calculated accuracy of the GPS, expressed in distance. The actual location is within plus or minus the distance indicated of the location represented by the GPS. On the Map Page, GPS accuracy is represented by a circle with a radius equal to the GPS accuracy; your actual location on the map is within the circle.
The Map Page The Map Page centers the map on your current location when the PN-60 has a 2-D or 3-D fix. When it does not have a GPS fix, the map displays your last GPS position, or, if panning the map, the map cursor position. For more information, see GPS and WAAS Status on page 18. and is not tracking satellites. Blue–The device is in Track Playback mode or Simulate Navigation mode. Yellow–The device has a 2-D fix. If a 3-D fix has not been obtained, predicted ephemeris is available.
Automatic panning–When GPS tracking or navigating, the map automatically pans in the direction of travel. The map does not automatically pan when the map cursor is visible. Press QUIT to remove the map cursor and return to automatic panning. Manual panning–To manually pan the map, use the arrow keypad to move the cursor in the direction you want to view. » Use single presses to move the cursor in increments. » Press and hold to quickly pan to a new location.
tracking (regular GPS use). To access the Info Fields options, go to MENU > Info Fields. For more information, see Info Fields on page 11 and The Activities Page on page 17. Measure Distance Use the measurement tool to measure the distance of a line or the perimeter and area of a polygon on the map. the last point on top of the first point by hovering the cursor over the start location and pressing ENTER to snap the point and close the polygon.
Data Layering The base map that is pre-loaded on the PN-60 shows high-level world coverage, as well as more detailed coverage for North America. You can add maps, data, imagery, draw files, and more to your device to supplement the base map. When you add different types of maps to the same area, you can customize the order in which the layers appear. For more information about the types of data you can add to your PN-60, see Detailed Map Data on page 26.
Layering to view a list of all the types of data you have stored on your device's internal memory or on an SD card in the device; this may include data that is not available for the area you are viewing. When you highlight an item, the full name of the data type shows in the box at the bottom of the screen. To show a type of data, select the check box next to it. To hide a type of data, clear the check box next to it.
To select/deselect all check boxes, go to MENU > Select All or MENU > Deselect All. To view the map package on your device, highlight it and go to MENU > View Map. To view details for a map package, highlight it and go to MENU > Data Detail. This displays the name, data types, zoom level, scale information, save date, location (internal or SD card), and version information. To delete a map package, highlight it and go to MENU > Data Detail > Delete.
and more. With an annual Map Library subscription, you can download unlimited imagery and data for the entire year—the maps are yours to keep. Non-DeLorme maps–DeLorme’s professional GIS software, XMap ®, allows you to register non-DeLorme maps and transfer them to a PN-60. Navionics lake maps and marine charts—Add fishing maps and boating maps and charts to your device with Navionics SD cards. For more information, see Navionics on page 29.
that is easier to view when driving. To change the map style, from the Map Page go to MENU > Map Setup > Map Style and select Topo View or Street View from the drop-down list. Hybrid Map Select the Show Hybrid Map check box to show points, lines, and labels on top of imagery. Hybrid maps are visible at scales of 640 feet and higher. To set the scale From the Map Page, go to MENU > Map Setup > Scale; from the drop-down list, select an option.
View Comment Details Navionics When navigating, go to MENU > View Comment Details to quickly view the comment for the waypoint or geocache you are navigating to. The comment for the most recently viewed point is displayed. You can use Navionics® HotMaps Premium Lake Maps and GOLD+ Marine Charts with your PN-60. The charts are available on SD cards that you insert into your devices. For more information about the charts that are available, visit www.navionics.com.
displays; if it doesn't, select it from the Chart list on the Navionics Setup page. From the Map Page, go to MENU > Turn Charts On or Turn Charts Off. Note This menu option controls the Show Charts and Show Boundaries check boxes on the Navionics Setup page. Navionics Setup Customize the way Navionics charts appear on your PN-60. To access all of these options, go to MENU > Map Setup > Navionics Setup.
To show the depth in fathoms If you want to show chart depths in fathoms instead of feet or meters, select the Show Depth in Fathoms check box. To restore the default settings To restore the default Navionics Setup settings, select Restore Default Settings. Visit the DeLorme Wiki at wiki.delorme.com for more information. The latest version of the User Manual is always available for download.
The Compass Page Use the Compass Page’s graphic compass to help you find your destination. The PN-60 uses GPS to determine compass readings when the device is moving. It also has an electronic compass for use when the device is stationary or moving below 1.5 mph. To change the Hiking Route Arrow When you are navigating a hiking (direct) route, you can choose to have the bearing arrow point to the next waypoint in your route or point back on course if you leave the route.
want to calibrate the compass unless you know the inaccuracy is caused by a temporary event, such as being near power lines or near a magnetic field caused by a car. You may want to turn off the electronic compass when you are in an area with magnetic interference. For more information, see Compass and Altimeter on page 82. Tip Calibrate the compass when you change the batteries in the PN-60.
get back on track, or switch the route type. For more information about route options, see Route Settings on page 61. Go to MENU > Route Options and select Stop Navigating, Back on Track, or Switch to Hiking/Driving (the option you can switch to displays). Visit the DeLorme Wiki at wiki.delorme.com for more information. The latest version of the User Manual is always available for download.
The Trip Info Page The Trip Info Page displays info fields that you can customize to manage your trips. see the Info Fields Table on page 95. For more information about activities, see The Activities Page on page 17. To reset the trip information Use the Reset Trip Info option to reset the trip values, speed information, elevation, and the device odometer. Track recording is not reset.
comments for the point you are navigating to. The comments for the most recently viewed point display. Log Your Geocache Find When navigating to a geocache, use the Log Your Geocache Find option to quickly log geocaches, write field notes, and pick your next cache. For more information about all of these features, see The Geocaches Page section starting on page 53. Route Options When navigating, use Route Options to stop navigating, get back on track, or switch the route type.
The SPOT Communicator Page PN-60w only Connect The SPOT Satellite Communicator uses GPS signals and communication satellites to relay your message—no cell phone coverage necessary—giving you peace of mind. To connect a SPOT Communicator that is paired with the PN-60w or to initiate the pairing process, go to MENU > Connect SPOT Communicator. The SPOT Communicator Page on the PN-60w gives you an easy way to use and manage your SPOT Communicator.
Message Priority Levels Message Types Each type of message you can send is assigned a priority so that if you have multiple messages to send, each one is sent in order of importance. You can send a pre-defined message or you can create a new text message using the optional Type & Send service and send it to the contact groups you have set up with your SPOT account. Critical–An SOS message is the highest priority message type and is sent to the GEOS Rescue Coordination Center for emergency response.
will send your message without coordinates while continually trying to obtain a GPS fix. If the PN-60w loses communication with the SPOT Communicator, the SPOT Communicator will continue to send messages using its own GPS every five minutes until the PN-60w is turned on and a new command is issued or the SPOT Communicator batteries are depleted. As a backup, the SPOT Communicator can send SOS messages; simply hold the SOS button on the side of the SPOT Communicator for three seconds.
be sent three times within a 20 minute window. Important To increase the probability of a successful message transmission from the field and out to contact lists, allow your SPOT Communicator to transmit until the message cycle is complete. You can send a Check-in/OK message while a Track Progress message in in progress, but it will interrupt the Track Progress messages until the Check-in/OK message cycle is complete.
Logging Geocaches With the SPOT Communicator and PN-60w, you can log a geocache find and immediately send the information to Geocaching.com. Link your premium Geocaching.com account to your account at findmespot.com before you go into the field. This will allow you to log a geocache in near real-time from virtually anywhere with the SPOT Communicator. For more information, see To log a geocache on page 58. To Track Progress Send Progress Page From the SPOT Communicator Page, select Track Progress.
full three message transmission to complete gives the highest probability of a successful delivery. Time Started–The time the message was initiated. Time to Next Send–Displays the amount of time remaining until the SPOT Communicator sends the next message. Time Remaining–Displays the amount of time remaining until the message is complete. Page after all of the messages have been sent shows the Message Composition page.
2. From the list, select the message you want to view to open its details page. 3. You can mark a waypoint at the message location or view it on the map: » Select Mark to create a waypoint at the message location. » Select View to view the message location on the map. Note You can also view your message history from the last 30 days in your account at findmespot.com. From the Message History page, go to MENU > Export Message History.
The Find Page Use the Find Page to search for addresses, roads, cities, points of interest (POIs), waypoints, geocaches, coordinates, and more. To view the Find Page, press the Find button . Search Methods There are two ways to search—near map center or by name; the most recent method you use is saved between searches. Find Near Map Center–The device searches from the current GPS location.
To view the current search method Go to Find > MENU. The available options are preceded by "Switch to..." and the device is set to the option that is not showing. To change the search method, select the method you want to use. Searching for a Location To search for a place, press Find at any time. The device will begin searching using the most recent search criteria. You can change the search method. You can use additional search parameters, when available, to narrow your search.
Coordinates Coordinates can be edited. Streets/Trails State/Country/City/Name (Find by Name only) Cities State/Country/Name (Find by Name only) display measurements as follows: From the GPS position when the device has a GPS fix. From the cursor location if you are manually panning or viewing another location. From the map center if GPS is turned off.
To mark a waypoint for a search result On the search result details page, select Mark. The result is saved as a waypoint and the waypoint details page displays; you can edit the information. For more information see To edit waypoint details on page 50. Visit the DeLorme Wiki at wiki.delorme.com for more information. The latest version of the User Manual is always available for download. To view/center a search result on the map On the search result, waypoint, or geocache details page, select View.
The Waypoints Page A waypoint is a location that you mark and store using the PN-60. You can also transfer waypoint files to the PN-60. Waypoints are identified by coordinates, and you can assign a symbol, name, and other information to them. The Waypoints Page lets you view a list of the active waypoints on your PN-60. Waypoints are active when you: Open a waypoint file Mark a new waypoint XMap users See the supplemental online help on the DeLorme Wiki (pn60.wiki.delorme.
Sorting the List There are two ways to sort your list of waypoints— by distance from your GPS location or alphabetically by name. From the Waypoints Page, press MENU; the device is set to the option that is not showing. To switch to the highlighted option, press ENTER. If the file has a large number of waypoints, press ENTER to interrupt the sorting process and see a partial list. Symbols The waypoint symbols available on the PN-60 match the PN-Series symbol set in your DeLorme mapping application.
When you press Mark, the waypoint is saved and a waypoint details page opens where you can edit the waypoint details. For more information, see To edit waypoint details. You can also mark waypoints using the on-screen Mark option on Find search result details and route point details pages. When you mark a waypoint, the default waypoint symbol is a red map pin and the label is "Wpt 001." When you change the symbol or label, each new waypoint uses that format until you change either the symbol or the name.
To edit a field, use the arrow keypad to highlight it and press ENTER. Use the available option (drop-down list, arrow keypad, or keyboard) to make changes. When you are finished editing, press ENTER. To move the waypoint to the current GPS location From the waypoint details page, go to MENU > Move to GPS Location. When you see the confirmation message, select Yes. To create a route to a waypoint You can navigate to a waypoint from your current location.
for each symbol you want to delete. Only symbols used in the current file are listed. 3. Select Delete. When you see the confirmation message, select Yes. The waypoints with that symbol in the current file are deleted from the file. Averaging a Waypoint When you average a waypoint, the PN-60 records a series of GPS readings for the waypoint’s location and averages them to increase the positional accuracy of the waypoint.
The Geocaches Page Geocaching is a treasure hunting game where you use a GPS device to search for geocaches—containers that include a log for you to record your visit. Some geocaches have trinkets you can take—just follow the “take one, leave one” rule. To find out more about geocaching, visit Geocaching.com. On the PN-60, a geocache is a special type of waypoint used for geocaching. The Geocaches Page lets you view a list of the active geocaches on your PN-60.
Sorting the List The Geocaches Page is automatically sorted into two separate lists—logged and not logged—based on the geocaching symbol type. You can sort the list you are viewing by the distance from your GPS or map location or sort alphabetically by name. The device is set by default to sort by name. To change the sorting method, press MENU, highlight the sorting method to use and press ENTER.
new file—the original file does not retain the changes. Move to Internal/Move to SD Card–Move the open file from the current stored location to the alternate location. For example, you can open a file from an SD card and move it to the device’s internal memory. Close–Close the open GPX file. How to Add Geocaches to the PN-60 Use one of the following methods to send geocaches to your device. DeLorme Topo North America™ 9.
From the Geocaches Page, select a geocache and press ENTER. The geocache details page opens. Tip The Last Logged field on the geocache details page displays the first two lines of the most recent log entry. To edit geocache details You can edit the symbol, label, and coordinates. You can edit comment details for geocaches you have created on the device. Changes you make to the geocache details on your device do not update information on Geocaching.com.
message, select Yes. The geocache’s location information will update to the current GPS location. the positional accuracy of the geocache. The estimated accuracy number decreases as the accuracy improves. To delete a geocache To average a geocache From the geocache details page, go to MENU > Delete Geocache. When you see the confirmation message, select Yes. From the geocache details page, go to MENU > Average Geocache. When the device has recorded the number of readings you want, press ENTER.
Geocaching Out in the field, pick a geocache to start with and then use the PN-60 to navigate to, log, and write field notes for one geocache or a series of geocaches. To navigate to a geocache Navigate from your current location to the first geocache on your list. Once you log your find, the PN-60 finds the next geocache for you. Routes to geocaches are not saved on the device. 1. On the geocache details page for the first geocache on your Not Logged list, select Route. 2. Select Hike or Drive.
To write a field note When you log a geocache, you can write a field note that you can later upload to Geocaching.com. 1. Log a geocache. 2. On the Field Notes page, you can use one or all of the fields to create a field note: » Quick Notes–This drop-down list includes a list of acronyms used by geocachers for logging caches. Select the note from the drop-down list and then select Add. You can add multiple quick notes. » Your Notes–To add your own notes, highlight the comment area and press ENTER.
Apple® computer users When your device is connected to your computer, manually eject the EM_USERMAPS drive after use; if you do not, the drive is forcefully ejected and could harm both the device and disrupt other USB drives connected to the computer. Visit the DeLorme Wiki at wiki.delorme.com for more information. The latest version of the User Manual is always available for download.
The Routes Page The Routes Page displays a list of routes you have created on the device and routes you have sent to the device with a DeLorme mapping application. Using DeLorme Topo North America™ or XMap ® to plan routes on the desktop for transfer to the PN-60 ensures you take exactly the road route you want and is the best way to create long routes. Route Settings Use route settings to determine the route calculation method, back on track options, and hiking route options.
next stop in the route. Select Prompt to alert you when you are off track; you can then choose to recalculate or ignore. Select Off if you do not want to use Back on Track. Also, select Off for trail routes sent to your device from DeLorme Topo North America or XMap—if the route recalculates, it will be converted to a direct route to the finish. » Driving–Select Automatic to recalculate based on how far off the route you are.
Route field, press ENTER, and use the keyboard to make changes. 3. Ensure Add Point is highlighted and press ENTER. 4. Select the method for adding the point. » Use Find–Opens the Find Page. Search for the point you want to add; from the search result details page, select Add. » Use Map–Opens the Map Page. Pan the map to the location you want to add and press ENTER. You can add multiple points while panning.
If the route name is in bold text, it is displaying on the map. To navigate with or view a saved route on the map 1. From the route details page, select Navigate or View. 2. If the route has never been calculated, select Hike or Drive. The route displays on the map. If you selected Navigate, the device is in navigation mode. If you selected View: » To hide the route, go to MENU > Hide Route or press QUIT to return to the route details page, and then select Hide.
To change the distance type Route Options You can change the distance type that is displayed for each step in the directions. The option you are using is not displayed; to change to the available option, select it. When navigating, use Route Options to stop navigating, get back on track, or switch the route type. For more information about route options, see Route Settings on page 61. Show Distance to Finish–The distance from the step to the end of the route.
The Tracks Page A track is a recording of points along the path you travel— use it to keep a log of your travels. From the Tracks Page, you can turn track recording on and off, set the method for recording track points, manage track files, and view a track on the Profile Page. You can open a saved track file while a new track is recording—both the active and open track can display on the Map Page at the same time.
Track Settings To customize how tracks are recorded, from the Tracks Page, go to MENU > Edit Track Settings. Record points by–The method for logging points; select Time or Distance from the drop-down list. A short time interval gives you the most detailed results but quickly adds many points; logging by distance gives you a longer recording time. Recording interval–The amount of time or distance between each point recording. To edit the number, highlight it and press ENTER.
To follow the active track To follow the active track back to your starting point, on the Tracks Page, select Follow. The device creates a route and the Map Page opens in navigation mode. The active track continues recording as you follow the track back to the start. To profile the active track To profile the active track, from the Tracks Page, go to MENU > Profile Active Track. The Profile Page opens. For more information, see The Profile Page on page 71.
Close–Close the open GPX file. Move to Internal/Move to SD Card–Move the open file from the current stored location to the alternate location. For example, you can open a file from an SD card and move it to the device’s internal memory. To view details for the open track Open a saved track file using the File menu. Then, on the Tracks Page, select Details. The track details page opens. To edit details for the open track On a track details page, you can customize the track name, color, and comments.
To profile the open track To profile the open track, from the track details page, go to MENU > Profile Track. The Profile Page opens. For more information, see The Profile Page on page 71. To view statistics for the open track To view distance, elevation, speed, and trip statistics for the open track, from the track details page, go to MENU > View Opened Track File Stats. You can view statistics for the entire track or for a section of the track; use the arrow keypad to scroll through the statistics pages.
The Profile Page A track is a recording of points along the path you travel. Viewing a profile of a track gives you valuable information about the track’s elevation—you can view the profile over track distance or time recorded while traveling. When the profile changes while you are stationary and tracking by time, the profile indicates changes in pressure that you can use to monitor weather changes. The Profile Page lets you view the elevation of the active track as it is recording or that of a saved track.
Scale Switching the type of scale used to measure changes in elevation gives you different views of the graph. To change the scale type, go to MENU > Switch to Static Scale or Switch to Dynamic Scale. Static–The static scale adjusts the profile graph based on the maximum and minimum elevation; the same graph scale is maintained for the entire track, letting your compare current elevation to the rest of your trip. This is the default view .
Panning and Zooming Use the right and left arrows on the arrow keypad to move the crosshair—or cursor—along the active view in the profile. Pan along the track and press ENTER to view that area on the Map Page. Press QUIT to return to the profile. Use the IN button to zoom in to show a smaller area with more detail. Use the OUT button to zoom out and show a larger area with less detail.
The Sun/Moon Page Use the Sun/Moon Page to view the sunrise/sunset and moonrise/moonset information and the moon phase information for a specific time, date, and location. moon in relation to a compass. The gray line represents a shadow to illustrate the path of the sun overhead. When the sun is directly overhead in summer months, the shadow is very short. As winter approaches and the sun travels lower through the sky the shadow indicator becomes longer.
panning the map or viewing a waypoint). Then, open the Sun/Moon Page from the Home Page. To change the time and date You can change the time and date to see different sun/ moon information. 1. Highlight the field you want to edit (Time or Date). 2. Press ENTER and use the arrow keypad to make changes. When you are finished editing, press ENTER. To reset the time and date If you change the time and date on the Sun/Moon Page, you can reset it to the device’s time and date.
The Tides Page Use the Tides Page to view tide (for oceans) or current (for tidal rivers) information for a specific time, date, tide station, and location. To change the location To view information for a location other than your current GPS location, change the map center (for example, by panning the map or viewing a waypoint). Then, open the Tides Page from the Home Page.
To reset the time and date If you change the time and date on the Tides Page, you can reset it to the device’s time and date. From the Tides Page, go to MENU > Reset Time/Date. Visit the DeLorme Wiki at wiki.delorme.com for more information. The latest version of the User Manual is always available for download.
The Hunt/Fish Page Use the Hunt/Fish page to view a prediction of the hunting and fishing conditions for a specific day and location. The calculations are based on John Alden Knight’s Solunar Tables, which use the cycle of the sun and moon to predict activity and feeding schedules. To change the date You can change the date to see a prediction of the hunting and fishing conditions for a specific day.
The Settings Page Use the Settings Page options to modify the default settings on the PN-60. System Use the System options to modify GPS/WAAS settings, select the battery type, turn USB power on or off, and view and manage memory information. To change system settings From the Settings page, select System, and then select the option you want to change. GPS Setting–From the drop-down list, select the GPS option to use. » Normal–Normal GPS use.
USB Power–From the drop-down list, select On to allow the device to be powered by a USB port on your computer. Select Off if you don’t want to allow USB power. Display Use the Display options to update the device’s color scheme and backlight settings. To view memory use You can view how much space is available on the device's internal memory or an SD card in the device.
upside down. When rotated, the arrow keypad adjusts to match the device’s orientation. Screenshots On—Select the check box to take a screen capture when you press and hold the Power button and then press ENTER. A sound plays to confirm the screenshot. For more information about screenshots, see Taking a Screenshot on page 10. Auto-adjust Backlight–Select this check box if you want the device to automatically adjust the backlight based on the available light.
Compass and Altimeter Use the Compass & Altimeter options to activate or deactivate the electronic compass, the barometric altimeter, and the auto calibrate altimeter feature. You can also calibrate the electronic compass and the barometric altimeter. For more information, see Compass and Altimeter starting on page 82. the device uses the GPS elevation. Auto Calibrate Altimeter–Allows the altimeter to automatically calibrate.
From the drop-down list for each of the following options, select the sound you want to use or turn it off. » Sounds » Button Press » Message » Power » Turn Alert Volume–To adjust the volume, use the arrow keypad to move the slider right or left. Time Use the Time options to modify the device’s time format, time zone, and Daylight Saving Time preferences. To modify the time settings From the Settings Page, select Time, and then select the option you want to change.
Note The Coordinates: Primary setting controls what the device displays on the map when the cursor moves. The Coordinates: Secondary field lets you pick a different setting to use in an info field. Page Order You can change which pages display when you press the PAGE button and the order in which they display. You cannot remove the Map Page from the PAGE button order. To modify the PAGE button order From the Settings Page, select Page Order. To add a page, select the check box next to it.
Additional Information File Management Waypoints (including geocaches) and tracks are managed using GPX—or GPS Exchange Format—files. A GPX file stores location, elevation, and time information and is used to transfer data between your PN-60 and your computer. GPX files can be saved to the PN-60’s internal drive or on an SD card that you put in the device. Tip On the Waypoints, Geocaches, Tracks, and Profile pages, press MENU and select File to view the available file management options.
Tip Use the SD card reader to quickly transfer large maps. Send maps you use frequently to the device’s internal memory. Compass and Altimeter The PN-60 comes equipped with two sensors; an electronic compass and a barometric altimeter. The electronic compass works when the PN-60 is moving at less than 1.5 miles per hour. The compass readings calculated from GPS information are accurate only when the device is moving.
To calibrate the compass 1. From the Satellite Page or the Compass Page, go to MENU > Calibrate > Calibrate Compass. OR From the Home Page, go to Settings > Compass & Altimeter > Calibrate > Calibrate Compass. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the compass. your device. To change the units, go to Settings > Units > Pressure. Altimeter Calibration There are three options for calibrating the altimeter.
3. If you selected Known Elevation or Known Pressure; to edit the field, press ENTER and use the arrow keypad to make changes. When you are finished editing, press ENTER. 4. Select Calibrate, and when you see the successful calibration message, press ENTER. Resources DeLorme DeLorme Wiki (wiki.delorme.com) DeLorme website (delorme.com) DeLorme Community Forums (forum.delorme.com) The DeLorme Weblog (blog.delorme.com) SPOT Communicator SPOT website (findmespot.
If you have contacted DeLorme Technical Support and have been instructed to send the device in for warranty service, send the unit to: DeLorme Earthmate PN-Series Service Department 2 DeLorme Drive Yarmouth, ME 04096 USA You must use a shipping service that provides tracking information. For the latest warranty and repair information, visit delorme.com/gpsrepair. Specifications Earthmate PN-60/PN-60w Physical Specifications Case: IPX-7 waterproof, impact resistant, and rugged Size: 5.25" x 2.43" x 1.
[450mW typical (600mW with full backlight)] » Power save: 30 hours with 2 AA alkaline batteries; 50 hours with 2 AA Lithium batteries [< 270mW] Fast USB 2.0 data transfer 3.5 GB available internal flash memory (SE model: 15.5 GB available internal flash memory) Supports SD and SDHC memory cards; up to 32 GB Uses 2 AA batteries or a DeLorme Li-on rechargeable battery. PN-60w Wireless Radio Radio Technology: IEEE 802.15.
FCC ID: UTNPN60W403M This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. C’et appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme. NMB-003 du Canada IC: 6853A-PN60W403M Cautions and Warnings Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended.
Geocaching icons (Copyright © Groundspeak Inc.) used with permission. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief such as incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
See findmespot.com for more details regarding battery life. Operating Conditions and Specifications The SPOT Communicator must have an unobstructed view of the sky, either outdoors or in a glass enclosed area, such as a vehicle dashboard or sunroof. Visit findmespot.com for more detailed information. send and verify a Check-in/ OK message before each trip.
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Info Fields Table Info fields are used to provide information you need when using the PN-60. On the Map, Compass, Trip Info, and Profile Pages, you can customize the info fields. For more information, see Info Fields on page 11. Notes Info field labels may be abbreviated; for example, Velocity Made Good is labeled VMG. Time is expressed as hours:minutes AM/PM. Go to Settings > Time to change the time format (12 hour/24 hour) and to turn Daylight Saving Time on or off.
Info Field Description Coordinates: Primary The primary coordinates format for the current GPS location, cursor position, or map center in the primary format. The default is Lat/Lon. (Units > Coordinates: Primary) Coordinates: Secondary The secondary coordinates format for the current GPS location, cursor position, or map center in the secondary format. The default is UTM/UPS.
Info Field Description Distance to Next Turn The distance from the current location to the next turn in the route. (Units > Measure) Elevation The altitude (height) above or below sea level. (Units > Measure) Elevation: Barometer The altitude (height) above or below sea level based on the barometric altimeter reading. If the altimeter is calibrating, a red exclamation point displays. (Units > Measure) Elevation: Climbing Profile Page only.
Info Field Description Finish The Finish label as it appears in the route directions. GPS Accuracy The calculated accuracy of the GPS; expressed in distance. (Units > Measure) GPS Status The current status of your GPS device. No Fix, 2-D, or 3-D. WAAS below the status indicates a WAAS fix. (Settings > System > GPS Setting and WAAS) % Grade The incline of the terrain expressed as a percentage (the rise in elevation over the distance traveled multiplied by 100).
Info Field Description Speed The current rate of travel for the device; expressed in distance/time. (Units > Measure and Time). An up arrow indicates you are going faster than the moving average, and a down arrow indicates you are going slower than the moving average. Speed: Average The average speed of the device including stop time; expressed in distance/ time. (Units > Measure and Time) Sunrise/Sunset The time of day at which the sun will rise and set, based on GPS location or current map center.
Info Field Description Trip: Time Moving Total time GPS device has been moving since trip info was reset. (Units > Time) Trip: Time Stopped The total time the GPS has been tracking but not moving in the current trip, since the last time trip info was reset. (Units > Time) Trip: Time Total The total time the GPS has been tracking, both moving and stopped. (Units > Time) Velocity Made Good May be abbreviated as VMG.
Index A About this Device.................................. Activities Page ...................................... Altimeter Calibrate ............................................ Elevation ............................................ Settings ............................................. Average a geocache .............................. Average a waypoint............................... C 84 17 20, 82, 87-88 20, 69 82 57 52 B Back on track......................................... Base map ................
F Find Page............................................... 44-47 File management .................................. 85-86 G Geocaches Add to device .................................... Average ............................................. Comments/hints ............................... Delete ................................................ Edit .................................................... Files ................................................... Field notes .........................................
N Navigating ............................................. 12 Navionics ............................................... 29-31 O Orientation, map ................................... 27 Owner Information ................................ 84 P Page Order settings .............................. Panning the map ................................... POIs Find.................................................... Map ................................................... Power on/off ....................................
SPOT Communicator Batteries ............................................ Buttons .............................................. Device pairing/connecting ................ Lights................................................. Message history ............................... Message types ................................. Sending messages............................ Send progress ................................... Sun/Moon Page .................................... Symbols Geocache ..........................
Navigate to ........................................ Project ............................................... Sort list .............................................. Symbols ............................................ View on map ..................................... Waypoints Page .................................... Wireless settings .................................. 50 52 49 49 51 48-52 82 Z Zoom in/out Map ................................................... 8 Profile ................................
Batteries The Earthmate® PN-60 GPS devices can be powered by two AA batteries (NiMH, alkaline, or lithium), or a DeLorme-supplied Li-Ion rechargeable battery. You’ll find Earthmate PN-Series accessories at www.delorme.com. Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack Caution Use only an Earthmate PN-Series Battery Type. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
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