eTrex® 10 quick start manual
Getting Started Device Overview ‹ warning See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. ➋ ➊ ➌ ➍ ➎ When using your device the first time, you should complete these tasks to set up the device and get to know the basic features. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 2 Install the batteries (page 3). Turn on the device (page 4). Register the device (page 4). Acquire satellites (page 4). Mark a waypoint (page 5). Create a route (page 6).
Battery Information ➐ ➑ ➏ ➒ ➏ Mini-USB port (under weather cap) ➐ Battery cover ➑ Battery cover locking ring ➒ Mounting spine ‹ warning The temperature rating for the device (-4°F to 158°F, or -20°C to 70°C) may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at high temperatures. notice Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as temperature decreases. Therefore, use lithium batteries when operating the device in below-freezing conditions.
2. Insert the batteries, observing polarity. Registering Your Device • Go to http://my.garmin.com. • Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. Satellite Signals 3. Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise. 4. Hold (page 2). 5. Select Setup > System > Battery Type. 6. Select Alkaline, Lithium, or Rechargeable NiMH. After the device is turned on, it begins acquiring satellite signals. The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite signals.
Adjusting the Screen Waypoints Extensive use of screen backlighting can significantly reduce battery life. Creating a Waypoint You can save your current location as a waypoint. Note: The backlight brightness may be limited when the remaining capacity in the batteries is low. 1. While the device is on, press . 2. Move the Thumb Stick left and right to adjust the brightness level. Selecting a Profile Profiles are a collection of settings that optimize your device based on how you are using it.
Increasing the Accuracy of a Waypoint Location Waypoint averaging allows you to increase the accuracy of a waypoint location by collecting multiple samples of the waypoint location. Where To? Menu Select Waypoint Averaging. Select a waypoint. Move to the location. Select Start. When the Sample Confidence status bar reaches 100%, select Save. For best results, collect four to eight samples for the waypoint, waiting at least 90 minutes between samples. Creating a Route 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Tracks A track is a recording of your path. The track log contains information about points along the recorded path, including time, location, and elevation for each point. Recording Track Logs 1. Select Setup > Tracks > Track Log. 2. Select Record, Do Not Show or Record, Show On Map. If you select Record, Show On Map, a line on the map indicates your track. 3. Select Record Method. 4.
Navigating to a Destination You can navigate to a destination using the map. Select Where To?. Select a category. Select a destination. Select Go. The map page opens with your route marked with a magenta line. 5. Navigate using the map (page 8). 1. 2. 3. 4. Using the Map 1. Select Map. The position icon represents your location on the map. As you travel, the position icon moves. 2. Complete one or more actions: • Use the Thumb Stick to move the map to different areas.
Downloading Geocaches 1. Connect your device to a computer (page 8). 2. Go to www.opencaching.com. 3. If necessary, create an account. 4. Sign in. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to find and download geocaches to your device. Troubleshooting Resetting the Device If the device stops responding, you can reset the device. 1. Remove the batteries. 2. Reinstall the batteries (page 3). note: This does not erase any of your data or settings.
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