Garmin eTrex HC series User Manual

BASIC OPERATION
This section explains some of the more common
operations you can perform with your eTrex,
including creating and using waypoints, using the
Find Menu, and how to create and use tracks and
routes.
Creating and Using Waypoints
Waypoints are locations or landmarks you record
and store in your GPS. You can add waypoints to
routes and even create a Go To directly to the selected
waypoint.
You can create waypoints using three methods. Press
ENTER while at a location, create a waypoint on
the Map page, or enter coordinates for a waypoint
manually.
Marking Your Current Location
Press in and hold the ROCKER to quickly mark your
current location creating a new waypoint. You must
have a valid position (2D or 3D) fix to mark your
current location.
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Waypoint~ I ~.. ~Waypoint
symbol IB..... name
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Mark Waypoint Page
To mark your current location:
1. Press and hold the ROCKER (MARK) until the
Mark Waypoint page appears. A default three-
digit name and symbol are assigned to the new
waypoint.
2. To accept the waypoint with the default
information, highlight OK.
OR
To change any information, select the
appropriate field, and press ENTER to open
the on-screen keypad. After entering and
confirming your changes, select OK.
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BASIC OPERATION
This section explains some of the more common
operations you can perform with your eTrex,
including creating and using waypoints, using the
Find Menu, and how to create and use tracks and
routes.
Creating and Using Waypoints
Waypoints are locations or landmarks you record
and store in your GPS. You can add waypoints to
routes and even create a Go To directly to the selected
waypoint.
You can create waypoints using three methods. Press
ENTER while at a location, create a waypoint on
the Map page, or enter coordinates for a waypoint
manually.
Marking Your Current Location
Press in and hold the ROCKER to quickly mark your
current location creating a new waypoint. You must
have a valid position (2D or 3D) fix to mark your
current location.
e Trex He series Owner's Manual
BASIC OPERATION
Waypoint~ I ~.. ~Waypoint
symbol IB..... name
- 1:53:57PM
119m
Mark Waypoint Page
To mark your current location:
1. Press and hold the ROCKER (MARK) until the
Mark Waypoint page appears. A default three-
digit name and symbol are assigned to the new
waypoint.
2. To accept the waypoint with the default
information, highlight OK.
OR
To change any information, select the
appropriate field, and press ENTER to open
the on-screen keypad. After entering and
confirming your changes, select OK.
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Garmin eTrex HC series Specifications

General

Resolution	176 x 220 pixels
Battery Type	2 AA batteries (not included)
Battery Life	Up to 25 hours
Water Rating	IPX7
High-Sensitivity Receiver	Yes
Interface	USB
Compass	No
Barometric Altimeter	No
Display Type	TFT
Track Log	10, 000 points
Basemap	Worldwide basemap