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Garmin eTrex HC series User Manual

Garmin eTrex HC series
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Setup Menu
To
access
the
Setup
Menu:
From
the
Main
Menu,
select
Setup.
System
Setup
Page
To
access
the
System
Setup
page:
From
the
Setup
Menu,
select
System.
• GPS-choose
one
of
the
GPS
options
other
than
Normal
to
save
battery
power.
•
WAAS/EGNOS-set
Enable
or
Disable
WAAS
/EGNOS.
• Battery Type-set
the
Battery
Type
for
more
accurate
battery
capacity
status.
• External
Power
Lost-set
the
unit
to
tum
off
if
external
power
is
lost.
•
Proximity
Alarms-tum
Proximity
Alarms
on
and
off
(eTrex
Hex
units
only).
Use
the
option
menu
to
restore
defaults,
or
view
the
version
of
unit
software
and
the
Unit
I.D.
number.
e
Trex
He
series
Owner's
Manual
MAIN
PAGES
Display
Setup
Page
You
can
choose
a
display
mode,
a
color
scheme
for
day
and
for
night
viewing,
adjust
the
amount
of
time
that
the
backlight
stays
on,
and
set
the
level
of
brightness.
To
access
the
Display
Setup
page:
From
the
Setup
Menu,
select
Display.
•
Display
Mode-set
for
Auto
(changes
from
day
to
night
mode
and
back
again
at
dusk
and
dawn),
Day
only,
or
Night
only.
•
Daytime/Nightime
Color
Scheme
Selection-
set
in
Day
and
Night
modes
to
one
of
10
color
schemes.
•
Backlight
Timeout-ehoose
from
Stays
On
or
delays
of
15
seconds,
30
seconds,
one
minute,
or
two
minutes.
•
Backlight
Level-use
the
slider
to
adjust
the
brightness.
37
Setup Menu
To
access
the
Setup
Menu:
From
the
Main
Menu,
select
Setup.
System
Setup
Page
To
access
the
System
Setup
page:
From
the
Setup
Menu,
select
System.
• GPS-choose
one
of
the
GPS
options
other
than
Normal
to
save
battery
power.
•
WAAS/EGNOS-set
Enable
or
Disable
WAAS
/EGNOS.
• Battery Type-set
the
Battery
Type
for
more
accurate
battery
capacity
status.
• External
Power
Lost-set
the
unit
to
tum
off
if
external
power
is
lost.
•
Proximity
Alarms-tum
Proximity
Alarms
on
and
off
(eTrex
Hex
units
only).
Use
the
option
menu
to
restore
defaults,
or
view
the
version
of
unit
software
and
the
Unit
I.D.
number.
e
Trex
He
series
Owner's
Manual
MAIN
PAGES
Display
Setup
Page
You
can
choose
a
display
mode,
a
color
scheme
for
day
and
for
night
viewing,
adjust
the
amount
of
time
that
the
backlight
stays
on,
and
set
the
level
of
brightness.
To
access
the
Display
Setup
page:
From
the
Setup
Menu,
select
Display.
•
Display
Mode-set
for
Auto
(changes
from
day
to
night
mode
and
back
again
at
dusk
and
dawn),
Day
only,
or
Night
only.
•
Daytime/Nightime
Color
Scheme
Selection-
set
in
Day
and
Night
modes
to
one
of
10
color
schemes.
•
Backlight
Timeout-ehoose
from
Stays
On
or
delays
of
15
seconds,
30
seconds,
one
minute,
or
two
minutes.
•
Backlight
Level-use
the
slider
to
adjust
the
brightness.
37

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Garmin eTrex HC series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Resolution176 x 220 pixels
Battery Type2 AA batteries (not included)
Battery LifeUp to 25 hours
Water RatingIPX7
High-Sensitivity ReceiverYes
InterfaceUSB
CompassNo
Barometric AltimeterNo
Display TypeTFT
Track Log10, 000 points
BasemapWorldwide basemap

Summary

Getting Started with Garmin eTrex HC Series

Installing Batteries and Lanyard

Instructions for installing AA batteries and the lanyard for the eTrex device.

Operating the eTrex

Explains basic terms and manual conventions for operating the eTrex device.

Understanding Key Functions

Details the purpose and operation of each physical key on the eTrex device.

Powering On and Adjusting Backlight

How to turn the eTrex on/off, adjust backlight, and initialize the GPS receiver.

Status Bar and Mapping Databases

Explains the status bar display and using the device's mapping databases.

Transferring Data to microSD Card

Steps for installing and transferring map data to a microSD card.

Basic Operation of the eTrex

Creating and Using Waypoints

Overview of creating, storing, and using waypoints on the eTrex.

Marking Your Current Location

How to mark the current GPS position as a new waypoint.

Creating Waypoints from Map

Method to create waypoints by selecting items on the map page.

Editing and Deleting Waypoints

Instructions for modifying existing waypoints, including name and symbol.

Proximity Waypoints and Find Menu

Defining proximity alarms and searching for map items using the Find Menu.

Finding Map Items by Name and Recent Finds

Locating items by name and accessing a list of recently searched items.

Using Find Item Information Page

Displays detailed information about a selected find item with options.

Finding Waypoints and Geocaches

How to search for and navigate to waypoints and geocache points.

Finding Cities and Interstate Exits

Locating cities and finding nearby interstate exits and associated services.

Finding Addresses and Intersections

Steps to find a specific address or intersection using map data.

Searching Points of Interest and Using Tracks

Locating points of interest and recording travel paths using the track log.

Setting Up and Saving Track Logs

Configures track recording and options to save track logs to memory.

Track Profiles and Creating Routes

Viewing elevation profiles and creating a sequence of waypoints for navigation.

Auto-Routing and Route Editing

Enables automatic route calculation and modifying existing routes.

Understanding Main Pages

Main Menu Overview

Accesses settings and features not found on main pages.

Satellite and Map Pages

Displays GPS status and detailed maps of the surrounding area.

Additional Map Data and Zoom

Integrates map details and adjusts map scale for better viewing.

Map Page Options

Customizes map display settings like orientation and data fields.

Compass Page Navigation

Provides directional guidance using a graphic compass display.

Electronic Compass and Options

Explains compass function, activation, and customization options.

Sight 'N Go Navigation

Navigates to a sighted object using the electronic compass.

Course or Bearing Pointer Usage

Explains bearing and course pointers for destination guidance.

Altimeter Page and Options

Displays elevation and pressure profiles and their configuration.

Adjusting Zoom Ranges and Resetting Data

Sets zoom levels for plots and resets device data fields.

Trip Computer Page

Shows various navigation data like trip odometer, time, and speed.

Setup Menu and Pages

Configures system, display, interface, map, and routing settings.

Time, Units, and Heading Setup

Configures time format, units of measurement, and heading display.

Altimeter, Welcome, and Jumpmaster Setup

Configures altimeter, welcome message, and jumpmaster features.

Utility Features: Calendar to Games

Accesses calendar, calculator, stopwatch, sun/moon, hunt/fish, and games.

Appendix Information

Device Specifications

Lists detailed physical and performance specifications of the eTrex HC series.

Connecting eTrex to Computer

Instructions for connecting the eTrex to a PC via USB for data transfer.

Software License and Conformity

Details the software license agreement and declaration of conformity.

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