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`eTrex Summit Registration
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`Registration
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`Help us better support you by completing your
`on-line registration today!
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`Why should you register your eTrex Summit?
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`• Notification of Product Updates
`• Notification of New Products
`• Lost or Stolen unit tracking
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`Connect to our website (www.gannin.com) and look
`for the Product Registration link on the home page.
`
`Thanks for choosing the GARMIN eTrex Summit. If
`you have any questions or comments regarding the use of
`the eTrex Summit you can visit our website or contact our
`Customer Service Department M-F, 8:00-5:00 CST
`(except holidays) at 1-800-800-1020 .
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`• If you have previously registered your GARMIN
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`product purchase using a mail-in registration
`card, we invite you to reregister using our
`NEW on-line system. Many services provided
`by our new product registration system are
`now being automated and reregistering your
`purchase ensures you the best possible support
`from GARMIN.
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`Introduction
`. . . .................... 1
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`Registration .
`. .... ......................... 3
`Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
`FCC Statement ................................................................... 4
`Features
`..
`. ....... 5
`Buttons .............................................................................. 6
`Description
`.. .
`.. . ..... 7
`Installing the Batteries . .
`.................... 8
`Getting Started
`10
`Calibrating the Electronic Compass
`Satellite Page Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . .. . . 11
`Map Page Basics .......... .. .. .. ....... .. ....... ... ...... ...... 12
`13
`Pointer Page Basics
`14
`Elevation Page Basics
`Menu Page Basics ........... ...... ........ ... ...... ... .
`15
`Creating a Waypoint ....................... ............. 16-17
`Heading in the Right Direction
`18
`19
`Cancelling a GOTO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
`Reference Section
`. ......... 20
`Map Page Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .
`. .... 21-23
`Pointer Page Options............ ...
`Elevation Page .......................................... 24-27
`Mark Waypoint Page ........ ... ..................... 28-29
`Waypoint Page .............................................. 30
`Review Waypoint Page .............................. 31-32
`. .... 33-35
`Routes.................................... ...
`Tracks .............................. ... ... ... ... ... ......... 36-38
`Calibration ............................................... 39-41
`Setup Page .................................................... 42
`Display Page .................................................. 43
`Units Page ............ ... ... .............................. 4 3-46
`Heading Page ........................................... 4 7 -49
`System Page ............................................. 50-52
`Appendicies
`AppendixA-Specifications ...... ..... .. .. ....... ...... 53
`Appendix B- What is GPS? ....... ...... ................ 54
`...... 55
`Appendix C- Reciption Tips
`. ... 56
`Appendix D- Time Chart ............. .....
`AppendixE-Accessories ............ ........ .. .... .. .... 57
`Appendix F - Wiring Diagram
`.... 58
`...... .... 59
`Appendix G - Troubleshooting
`. .... 60-61
`Appendix H- FAQ's...................... ...
`Appendix I - Index .......... ..... ... .... .... ..... .... 62-65
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`Table of
`Contents
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`WARNING: If you choose to use the eTrex Summit in a
`vehicle, it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of
`the eTrex Summit to secure the GPS unit so that it will not
`cause damage or personal injury in the event of an accident.
`Do not mount the eTrex Summit over airbag panels or in a
`place where the driver or passengers are likely to have an
`impact with it in an accident or collision.
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`WARNING: If you choose to use the eTrex Summit
`in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibility of the operator of
`the vehicle to operate the vehicle in a safe manner,
`maintain full surveillance of all driving conditions at all
`times, and never become distracted by the eTrex Summit
`to the exclusion of safe operating practices. It is unsafe to
`operate the eTrex Summit while you are driving. Failure
`by the operator of a vehicle equipped with an eTrex
`Summit to pay full attention to operating the vehicle and
`road conditions while the vehicle is in motion could result
`in an accident or collision with property damage and
`personal injury
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`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(cid:173)
`TION, DISTANCE, LOCATION, OR TOPOGRAPHY.
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`CAUTION: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is
`operated by the government of the United States, which is
`solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The
`system is subject to changes which could affect the
`accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment.
`Although the eTrex Summit is a precision electronic
`NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused
`or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.
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`Warnings and
`Cautions
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`Remove the batteries from
`your eTrex Summit if you
`don't expect to use it for
`several months. Be sure to
`observe the proper polarity
`when inserting the batteries.
`Follow the batte1y
`manufacturers instrv.ctions
`on the proper care and
`handling of the batteries.
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`FCC Compliance
`Statement
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`The eTrex Summit complies with Part 15 of the FCC
`limits 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 harmful 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 condi(cid:173)
`tions: (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 Summit does not contain any user(cid:173)
`serviceable parts. Repairs should be made only by an
`authorized GARMIN service center. Unauthorized repairs
`can void the warranty
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`The eTrex Summit is a six ounce, 12 channel, hand held
`GPS receiver. It has a built-in GPS antenna and only five
`user-buttons. All buttons are located on either side of the
`unit, allowing for simple, one-handed operation that won't
`obstruct your view of the display It runs for up to 22
`hours on two AA batteries in battery save mode.
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`The eTrex Summit contains a full function GPS,
`electronic compass and barometric altimeter. The eTrex
`Summit will track barometric pressure and altitude
`changes providing data never before available in such a
`small package. Using the built in compass the eTrex
`Summit will provide you with a reliable heading even
`while standing still. When moving the eTrex Summit will
`provide you with other data including, speed, direction of
`movement, time, distance to destination, and more.
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`From these basic features, your eTrex Summit can
`provide one more critical benefit; peace of mind, because,
`with the combination of these technologies you'll know
`where you are, where you've been and where you're going.
`And since you'll always know the way back home, you can
`concentrate on what you set out to do and enjoy the great
`outdoors.
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`Other features include:
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`Waypoints: 500 with name and graphic symbol.
`Tracks: Automatic track log; 10 saved tracks.
`Route: Route lets you navigate up to 50 waypoints in
`sequence.
`Trip Computer: Current speed, average speed, maximum
`speed, direction of movement, bearing, elevation, time of
`sunrise/sunset, trip timer and trip odometer.
`Elevation Computer: Total Ascent, total descent, average
`ascent, average descent, maximum ascent, maximum
`descent, pressure, 12 hour pressure trend, maximum
`elevation, and minimum elevation.
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`Features
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`NOTE: You should
`always be prepared and
`capable of navigating
`without the eTrex
`Summit. It is designed to
`augment other forms of
`basic navigation, not
`entirely replace them.
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`eTrex Summit
`Buttons
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`The UP/DOWN Button:
`• Select options on pages and menus
`• Adjust Display Contrast on Satellite Page
`•Zoom in and out on Map Page
`• Cycle through trip computer data
`• Cycle through elevation computer data
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`The ENTER Button:
`• Confirms data entry or menu selections
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`• Displays Options on main pages
`• Pressing and holding the ENTER button
`activates the 'Mark Waypoint' page
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`The PAGE Button:
`• Switches display pages. If you start to do
`something and you don't want to continue,
`you can stop by pressing the PAGE Button.
`• Pressing and holding the PAGE button will
`turn on the Electronic Compass and
`display the Pointer Page.
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`The POWER Button:
`• Turns the unit on and off
`• Turns the display backlight on and off
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`Internal
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`Compass
`Sighting
`Marks
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`External Power
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`Data Connector
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`Pressure
`Sensor
`Vent
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`eTrex Summit
`Description
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`PAGE
`Button
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`Button
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`LCD Display
`(with backlight)
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`Battery
`Compartment
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`Battery
`Installation
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`Installing the Batteries
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`The eTrex Summit operates on 2 AA batteries (not
`included), which are installed at the back of the unit. To
`install the batteries, remove the battery cover by turning
`the D-ring at the back of the unit 1/4 turn counter(cid:173)
`clockwise. Insert the batteries observing proper polarity
`Attach the battery cover by turning the D-ring 1/4 turn
`clockwise. The 2 AA batteries can last up to 16 hours
`during typical use.
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`D-ring
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`The Getting Started Section introduces you to the basic op(cid:173)
`eration of the eTrex Summit. The Reference Section shows you
`how to use all of eTrex Summit's remainingfeatures.
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`The First Step
`The eTrex Summit's GPS operates using information
`gathered from satellites. To Initialize the e Trex Summit's
`GPS receiver the first time, take your eTrex Summit
`outside and find a large, open area that has a clear view of
`the sky Press and hold the POWER Button to turn the
`unit on. You'll see the Welcome Page for a few seconds
`while the eTrex Summit performs a self-test, followed by
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`the Satellite Page . • NOTE: When you use the e Trex Summit for the
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`first time, it will take up to five minutes to find
`your location. After the first use, eTrex Summit
`only needs about 15 to 45 seconds to find your
`location.
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`The eTrex Summit needs to receive at least three
`strong satellite signals to find your location. The Satellite
`Page shows you graphically eTrex Summit tracking
`satellites, and the strength of the satellite signals. The
`status is also displayed at the top of the page.
`When you see the "READY TO NAVIGATE" message in
`the status box, eTrex Summit has found your location
`and the GPS receiver is initialize and ready for use.
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`Backlighting and Contrast
`If the lighting conditions make it hard for you to see the
`screen, you can adjust the contrast or turn on the backlight.
`Press and release the POWER Button from any screen to
`turn on the backlight. The backlight is timed to stay on for
`30 seconds to save battery power. To adjust the screen con(cid:173)
`trast, press the PAGE Button until you see the Satellite Page.
`Press the UP button to make the screen darker, press the
`DOWN Button to make the screen lighter.
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`Here We Go ...
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`SATELLITES
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`The Satellite Page
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`READY
`TO NAUIGATE
`ACCURACY:
`145-ft
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`The "READY TO NAVIGATE'.
`message must appear before
`you can begin using your
`e Trex Summit to navigate.
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`Calibrating the
`Compass
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`The Speed Scale indicates
`whether you are 'TOO
`SLOW', ']UST RIGHT' or
`'TOO FAST'.
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`Helpful Compass Tips
`1. The Electronic Compass will
`need to be recalibrated
`outdoors eve1y time the
`batteries are changed.
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`2. The Electronic Compass will
`not be accurate when used in
`a car or around items that
`radiate a
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`3. When using the compass hold
`the unit as level as possible.
`The more that the unit is
`tilted, the less accurate the
`compass will become.
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`Calibrating the Electronic Compass
`The eTrex Summit's Electronic Compass needs to be
`calibrated outdoors after the batteries have been changed
`before using the unit for navigation. Failure to calibrate
`the Electronic Compass can result in gross inaccuracy of
`the compass feature.
`Compass Calibration
`1. Press the PAGE button until the Menu Page is
`displayed.
`2. Using the UP or DOWN button, highlight 'Calibrate'
`and press the ENTER button.
`3. Using the UP or DOWN button, highlight 'Compass'
`and press the ENTER button.
`4. With 'Start' highlighted, press the ENTER button to
`begin the calibration.
`4. Making sure that the unit is level, rotate the eTrex
`Summit slowly two turns in the same direction. On
`the display there will be a speed scale that indicates
`whether you are rotating the unit 'Too Fast', 'Too
`Slow' or 'Just Right'. A message will be displayed
`when the compass has been successfully calibrated.
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`• NOTE: The eTrex Summit needs to be level
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`during compass calibration and use. If the
`unit is tilted on either axis the compass
`feature will become less accurate.
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`Selecting a Page
`All of the information needed to operate the eTrex
`Summit is found on five main "pages" (or display
`screens). These pages are the Satellite, Map, Pointer,
`Elevation and Menu.
`Simply press the PAGE Button to switch between pages.
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`Page Basics
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`READV
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`• PAGE
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`Satellite
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`Map
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`Poimer
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`Menu
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`Satellite Page Basics
`The Satellite Page shows you in animation, the eTrex
`Summit gathering the necessary satellite information in
`order to work. It also shows you when the satellite
`signals are weak or when you need to move to a
`different location for better reception. The shorter the
`signal strength bar, the weaker the signals. At the top of
`the page the unit displays a message letting you know
`the status of the receiver. The eTrex Summit displays
`the message 'Ready to Navigate' when the receiver has
`gathered information from at least three satellites.
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`Satellit es
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`Satellite
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`Page Basics
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`Map Page Basics
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`Destination
`Waypoint
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`Path to
`Destination
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`Map Scale
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`Map
`Orientaion
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`"Yoit"; your
`location
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`"Trail"
`(track log)
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`The Map Page shows where you are (the animated
`figure) and provides a picture of where you are going. As
`you travel, the animated figure "walks" and leaves a
`"breadcrumb trail" known as a Track Log. Waypoint
`names and symbols are also shown on the map.
`
`To help you better visualize the "real world", eTrex
`Summit automatically rotates the map as you move, so
`that waypoints that are ahead of you are always displayed
`in front of the animated figure. In the upper left corner of
`the screen the Map Orientation is displayed.
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`To make sure you can see your entire trip, the map
`scale can be changed from 200 feet to 800 miles. To
`increase the map scale, press the UP Button. This will let
`you view a larger area in less detail. To decrease the map
`scale, press the DOWN button. This will show a smaller
`area with more detail.
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`On the Map Page, the UP
`and DOWN Bitttons are
`used to acljust the map
`scale from 200 feet to 800
`miles.
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`Pointer Page Basics
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`Waypoint (Location) Name
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`Page Basics
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`Time to
`Destination
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`Direction A110w
`(follow this)
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`Selectable Trip
`Data
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`The Pointer Page
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`Destination
`Symbol
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`Compass Ring
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`On the Pointer Page, the
`UP and DOWN Buttons
`are used to cycle through
`different tJip data.
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`The Pointer Page helps guide you to a destination.
`When you're moving towards a specific destination,
`the Pointer Page shows you the name of the location,
`the distance, time to go and displays a direction arrow
`in the Compass Ring. To navigate, simply follow the
`arrow. If the arrow is pointing right, turn right until
`the arrow is pointing directly ahead and you will
`arrive at your destination.
`
`The 'Compass Ring reflects either your compass or
`GPS heading (direction of movement) based on your
`speed. The eTrex Summit will automatically select the
`correct sensor for you.
`By pressing the UP or DOWN Buttons, you can
`cycle through other trip computer information such as
`average speed, maximum speed, bearing, latJlon,
`elevation, time of sunrise/sunset, trip timer and trip
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`odometer. • NOTE: The direction arrow and destination
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`symbol only appear on the Pointer Page when
`you have started a GOTO.
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`Page Basics
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`Elevation Page Basics
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`Rate of
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`Current
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`Elevation
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`On the Elevation Page, tile
`VP and DOWN Buttons are
`used to cycle through a
`variety of user-selectable
`data.
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`Selectable
`Data
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`TOTAL ASCEtiT
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`The Elevation Page
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`The Elevation Page will provide the user with the
`current elevation, rate of ascent/descent, and a profile of
`elevation changes over distance or time. The UP or
`DOWN button can be used to scroll through a variety of
`user selectable data including Local Pressure, Max
`Descent, Max Ascent, Avg Descent, Avg Ascent, Total
`Descent, Total Ascent, Min Elevation, Max Elevation,12
`Hour Pressure Trend.
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`• The Altimeter should be calibrated for the
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`greatest accuracy. See page 40 for more
`information on calibrating the Altimeter.
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`Access tile Elevation Page
`'OPTfONS' by pressing
`ENTER.
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`Menu Page Basics
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`Uf ROUTE
`i..- TRACKS
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`+/_ CALIBRATE
`1f' SETUP
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`Menu Options
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`Battery
`Strength
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`Time and Date
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`Bachlight On
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`The Menu Page
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`The Menu Page gives you access to eTrex Summit's
`more advanced features. With the Menu Page you can
`create and view waypoints, create a route, save and view
`track logs, calibrate the electronic compass and altimeter
`or access the system setup features. Information on each
`of these advanced features is included in the Reference
`Section of this manual.
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`Changing the Time Zone
`Let's practice using the Menu Page and set the eTrex
`Summit to display your local time.
`To change the time zone:
`1. Using the PAGE Button switch to the MENU Page.
`Using the UP or DOWN Button, highlight 'SETUP'
`and press ENTER. The SETUP Page appears.
`2. Using the UP or DOWN Button, highlight 'TIME'
`and press ENTER.
`3. Using the UP or DOWN Button, select the 'TIME
`ZONE' field and press ENTER.
`4. Using the UP or DOWN Button, scroll through the
`selections, and press ENTER when you have found
`your correct time zone. Press PAGE to get back to
`the page of your choice.
`
`Page Basics
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`TIME
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`TIME FORMAT
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`You can select yoitr
`particular time zone on
`the TIME page.
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`Let the Fun
`Begin!
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`MARK
`WAVF'OltH
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`Discovering the Fun of GPS Navigation
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`Discovering the fun of using your eTrex Summit is as
`easy as taking a quick walk around an open outdoor area.
`In this brief exercise, you'll mark your current location
`(your home for example), travel a short distance away, and
`then have the eTrex Summit guide you back to where you
`started (to get the most out of this exercise, make sure to
`walk for at least the time noted for each step).
`
`Creating a Waypoint
`The first step in the exercise is to mark your location as
`a waypoint so you can return to it later.
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`•
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`NOTE: The eTrex Summit must be "READY
`TO NAVIGATE" before you mark a waypoint.
`
`To Mark a Waypoint:
`1. Press and hold the ENTER Button to activate the
`MARKWAYPOINT Page.
`
`The waypoint is assigned a numeric name at the time it
`is created. You could press ENTER and save the
`waypoint now, but there are a couple of other things that
`you should take a look at.
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`The eTrex Summit comes equipped with 29 different
`waypoint symbols that can be displayed on the map to
`help quickly identify the waypoints.
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`To change the waypoint symbol:
`1. On the MARK WAYPOINT page, using the UP or
`DOWN Button, highlight the small flag symbol and
`press ENTER. Using the UP or DOWN Button, scroll
`through the symbols and highlight the house symbol.
`Press ENTER.
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`The Latitude and Longitude is
`displayed at the bottom of the
`MARK WAYPOINT Page and
`the REVIEW WAYPOINT
`Page.
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`You can select from 29 symbol
`to represent a waypoint on the
`map.
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`As mentioned earlier the eTrex Summit will assign a
`numeric name at the time a waypoint is created. The
`assigned name can be easily changed to something more
`meaningful to help in identifying the waypoint.
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`To change the waypoint name:
`1 On the MARKWAYPOINT page, press the UP or
`DOWN Button to highlight the Waypoint Name
`'001'. Press ENTER. The EDITWAYPOINT NAME
`Page appears.
`2. Press ENTER. Using the UP or DOWN Button, scroll
`through the letter selections. Select 'H' and press
`ENTER. Repeat this process and finish the word
`'HOME'.
`3. Using the UP or DOWN Button, highlight the 'OK'
`field and press ENTER. The MARKWAYPOINT page
`appears.
`4. Using the UP or DOWN Button, highlight the 'OK'
`field and press ENTER. Your location, named HOME,
`is now marked and stored in memory.
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`Now that you've marked your location, it's time to go
`for a brisk walk. Press the PAGE Button and switch to the
`MAP Page
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`Walk in a straight line for 2-3 minutes at a fast
`pace and watch the Map Page.
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`Your location is shown by the figure in the middle of
`the screen. As you move, watch the animated figure walk,
`and a line-called a "track"-appear along the path you
`have just covered.
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`Now take a sharp right or left turn and walk at a
`brisk pace for another 2-3 minutes.
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`Edit Waypoints
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`Edit Waypoint Name
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`The pointer tells you what
`direction yoii should move.
`When the pointer is pointing
`right as shown here, JUSt move
`right until the pointer is
`pointing straight up and
`points to the moving direction
`line (see picture below).
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`Guidance by GARMIN
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`It is time to let the eTrex Summit guide you back to
`the waypoint we named 'HOME' using the GOTO
`function. The GOTO function provides you with a
`straight line navigation path to your selected destination.
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`To Start a GOTO:
`1. Using the PAGE Button switch to the MENU Page.
`2. Using the UP or DOWN Button, highlight 'WAY(cid:173)
`POINTS' and press ENTER. The WAYPOINTS Page
`appears.
`4. Using the UP or DOWN Button, select the tab
`containing 'HOME' and press ENTER.
`5. Using the UP or DOWN Button, select 'HOME' and
`press ENTER. The Review Waypoint page appears.
`6. Using the UP or DOWN Button, highlight 'GOTO',
`and press ENTER.
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`The Compass Page appears and you're ready to begin
`navigating I
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`Heading in the Right Direction
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`The eTrex Summit will guide you back to where you
`started using the Pointer Page. The pointer shows the direc(cid:173)
`tion of the destination waypoint. Walk in the direction the
`arrow is pointing until the arrow points to the top of the
`compass ring. If the arrow points to the right, you need to
`go to the right. If the arrow points to the left, go left. When
`the arrow is pointing straight up, you are on the correct
`track I
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`The destination name, distance to the destination and
`time to reach your destination are displayed at the top of the
`screen. The speed you are traveling is shown at the bottom
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`tion, eTrex Summit will give you the message "ARRIVING
`DESTINATION".
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`Cancelling a GOTO
`Anytime you want to stop a GOTO:
`1. Using the PAGE Button, switch to the POINTER Page.
`Press ENTER.
`2. Highlight 'STOP NAVIGATION' on the OPTIONS Page
`and press ENTER.
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`Clearing a Cluttered Map Display
`After you've used the eTrex Summit a few times, the
`map display will become a bit messy from keeping track
`of your every move. You can clean up the screen by
`clearing the track log (the lines left on the Map Page):
`To clear the track log:
`1. Using the PAGE Button, switch to the MENU Page.
`2. Using the UP or DOWN Button, highlight
`'TRACKS'. Press ENTER.
`3. You are now on the TRACKS Page. Using the UP
`Button, highlight CLEAR, and press ENTER.
`4. Using the DOWN Button, highlight 'YES'. Press
`ENTER.
`5. Press the PAGE Button to select any page.
`
`You've now gone through the basic operation of eTrex
`Summit and you're ready to get out there and have some
`funl To turn eTrex Summit off, press and hold the POWER
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`Button . • When you clear the Track Log you also clear
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`the Elevation Profile. Learn how to save the
`Track Log and use it for 'Trackbac' navigation
`on pages 37 and 38 in the Reference Section.
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`TION and press ENTER on
`the Options Page to stop a
`GOTO
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`Map Page
`Options
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`SOO-ft
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`Selecti ng '01ient Map
`Ahead' from th e Map
`Page options 01ients the
`map to the direction you
`are moving.
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`When you select 'Orient
`Map Northwards' the
`figure icon is replaced by
`a 'direction' triangle.
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`Introduction
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`This section will describe the features and use of the
`eTrex Summit in more detail than the Getting Started
`Section.
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`Map Page Options
`In addition to the basic aspects of the Map Page that
`were covered on page 12, there is a 'lvlAP OPTIONS'
`feature which allows you to customize the Map Page. The
`following options are available:
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`• Orient Map Ahead/Northwards: When 'AHEAD' is
`selected, the top of the map is oriented in the direction
`you are currently moving. When 'NORTHWARDS' is
`selected, the map is always oriented to the north.
`•Auto Zoom On/Off: When 'AUTO ZOOM' is turned
`on, the map automatically adjusts its scale to display your
`entire navigating route. When it's turned off, you must
`press the UP or DOWN buttons to select the appropriate
`map scale.
`• Stop Navigation: 'STOP NAVIGATION' stops any
`active navigation (navigation means there is a destination
`waypoint or active route). This option cannot be selected
`if there is no active navigation.
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`To select a Map Page Option:
`1. Press the ENTER button on the Map Page.
`2. The Map Options Menu appears. Using the UP or
`DOWN button, highlight the desired option and
`press ENTER. Once you press ENTER, the change is
`made and the Options Menu disappears.
`
`You will notice on the Map Page the little grey "man''.
`The man stands still when you are not moving, he moves
`when you move, and a blinking "7" means the eTrex
`Summit has lost satellite reception (weak signals). You
`should relocate the eTrex Summit or move to a place that
`has a clear view of the sky.
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`Pointer Page Options
`In addition to the Pointer Page basics that were covered
`on page 13, several Pointer Page options are available:
`• Sight 'N Go: This feature allows the user to visually
`locate a landmark and lock it's magnetic bearing. Once a
`bearing is locked you have the option of creating a
`projection waypoint or navigating along the locked
`bearing.
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`Projecting a Waypoint using Sight 'N Go:
`
`1. Press ENTER to activate the options list.
`2. Using the UP or DOWN button, highlight 'Sight 'N
`Go' and press ENTER.
`3. Holding the eTrex Summit level, line up the sighting
`marks on the case with a distant landmark.
`4. Press ENTER to lock the magnetic bearing.
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`Sight' or 'Project'. If you select Re-Sight you will
`return to step 3. If you selected 'Project' proceed to
`step 6.
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`•
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`A Projection Waypoint is a waypoint created at
`a specified distance from the e Trex Summit's
`current GPS location.
`
`6. The Project Waypoint page will be displayed with the
`Distance field highlighted. Press ENTER.
`7. The Edit Number page will be displayed. Use the UP
`or DOWN button to select the desired digit. With
`the desired digit selected, press ENTER to activate
`the drop down number list.
`8. Using the UP or DOWN button select the correct
`digit then press ENTER. When all digits are entered
`correctly, highlight 'OK' and press ENTER.
`9. To save the waypoint highlight 'OK' and press
`ENTER. To begin navigation to the waypoint,
`highlight 'GOTO' and press ENTER.
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`Pointer Page
`Options
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`When using the 'Sight 'N Go' or
`'Set Course'feature of the eTrex
`Summit, hold the unit level and
`align the Sighting Marks on the
`case with a distant landmark.
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`Pointer Page
`Options
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`• Set Course: The Set Course feature allows the user to
`visually locate a landmark, lock in a bearing to the point
`and begin navigation on that bearing.
`
`When using the Set Course feature the Pointer will
`point the direction you need to navigate, and display the
`cross track or the amount you are off course from straight
`line navigation.
`Using the Set Course feature:
`1. Press ENTER to activate the options list.
`2. Using the UP or DOWN button, highlight 'Sight 'N
`Go' and press ENTER.
`3. Holding the eTrex Summit level, line up the sighting
`marks on the case with a distant landmark.
`4. Press ENTER to lock the magnetic bearing.
`5. Using the UP or DOWN button, select 'Set Course'.
`Press ENTER. The eTrex Summit will begin
`navigation on the locked bearing
`6. To end navigation, press ENTER. Using the UP or
`DOWN button select 'Stop Navigation' and press
`ENTER.
`
`• Big Heading/Compass: this allows the user to select
`between seeing either a large heading numbers or a large
`compass.
`
`•Reset Max Speed: this resets the Maximum Speed
`achieved during a trip.
`
`•Reset Trip: the trip time, trip distance (odometer) and
`average speed are reset to zeros.
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`• Stop Navigation: stops any active navigation.
`
`To select a Pointer Page Option:
`1. Press the ENTER button on the Pointer Page.
`2. The Options Menu appears. Press the UP or DOWN
`button, highlight the desired option, a