Bushnell 362005, 362000 User Manual

English

ONIX 200 / 200CR

GPS RECEIVER

Quick Start Guide

Model #s: 362000/362005 Lit# 98-0908/07-07

Grayscale Display Color Display

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Thank you for purchasing the Bushnell ONIX Series! The ONIX has been designed to be much
simpler to operate than other handheld GPS receivers, while offering exclusive and unique features
such as the ability to layer satellite photos or topographic maps (downloaded from BushnellGPS.
com) right over your trail map screen, providing a “real world” frame of reference that other GPS
units lack. Just press the “hot” button on the top of the ONIX to quickly see your current location

relative to the other map elements. Easily create and store user proles that let you store your most

frequently used personal setups, including satellite photos of your favorite camping or hunting
area. Bushnell’s exclusive SafeTrack™ battery conservation feature extends your battery life
while maintaining GPS contact, so you can check your current location anytime without the restart

delay typical of other GPS receivers. You will nd your ONIX to be an invaluable companion for

all your outdoor adventures.

Before using your new ONIX, please read the instructions contained in this manual and take time
to familiarize yourself with the unit’s operation and many great features. You may want to start
indoors, by turning on the ONIX, then pressing the Page View button to run through the four basic
screens (SATellite, MAP, NAVigation, and SET up) while reading the manual section for each.
After that, practice using the “hot” button and 5-way switch to see and select from a menu of
options, perhaps on the SET screen by setting a few personal preferences for information displays.
Once you begin feeling more comfortable with the controls and screens, the best way to really
learn to use your ONIX is to take it outside (right in your own neighborhood or a local park), and
let it lock onto the GPS satellite signals as you watch the SAT page (be patient, this can take 3 or 4

minutes the rst time you use it-make sure you have a clear view of the sky and are not right next
to a large building for best results), then take a short walk and nish by using the ONIX to guide

you back to your starting point (you can either mark a waypoint at the start by clicking the center
of the 5-way button twice, or just begin walking, later following the dotted “breadcrumb” trail
back). After that, you might try downloading a satellite photo of this local area, layer it on top of
the map screen, and try walking the same trail again, setting a few waypoints as you go. Continue
referring to this manual and practicing as often as necessary until you master the basics, before
heading out on a hike of any major length or attempting to navigate an unfamiliar area.

• 20 Channel GPS Receiver • Download Topographic Maps

• WAAS Enabled • Download Satellite Photographs

• Heads-Up Compass • Built-In SiRF Technology

• Built-In Base Maps (North America) • Waterproof

• Stores Up to 500 Waypoints & 20 Routes • Durable Rubber Armoring

• Save & Load Waypoints, Trails, Routes • SafeTrack™ battery saving mode

• 16-level Grayscale LCD Display

ONIX 200 Model #36-2000 FEATURES

Same as ONIX 200 Model #36-2000 above, Except:

• Full Color LCD Display with 64K Colors for Optimum Viewing Detail

ONIX 200CR Model #36-2005 FEATURES

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Warnings and Notices

GPS System & Map Data Accuracy Notice:

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.

All map data sources contain some level of inaccuracies or incomplete data. Bushnell
strives to provide the most recent map information at a reasonable cost.

Warning:

This device is intended as a supplemental handheld navigation aide only. The user assumes
all responsibility associated with the use of this product. It must not be used for any purpose
requiring precise measurement of location, direction, distance, velocity or topography. This
device should not be used for any aircraft navigation applications.

Warning:

Do not use this device with any batteries that have broken or cracked casings. Always use
fresh, high quality batteries. Check the battery compartment after the unit has had any

prolonged exposure to signicant amounts of water (rain, snow, etc).

Vehicular Use Notice:

Bushnell is committed to the safe and responsible enjoyment of the outdoors.
Do not use this product while driving. An accident can result in property damage, injury or
death if the operator fails to practice prudent driving practices. It is the sole responsibility
of the driver of any vehicle to operate the motor vehicle in a safe manner. Information
from the GPS unit can distract the operator of a motor vehicle. It is unsafe to operate the
controls of the GPS unit while operating a motor vehicle. If used in a motor vehicle, it must
not be used by the operator of the motor vehicle. If it is used in a motor vehicle it must be
mounted in a manner such that it does not distract the operator, does not interfere with the

operator’s eld of view, and does not block or interfere with the air bags or other safety

mechanisms of the motor vehicle.

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How Does “GPS” Work?

GPS stands for “Global Positioning System”. Launched by the United States Department
of Defense, GPS consists of a constellation of 24 satellites orbiting the earth at nearly
11,000 miles. These satellites are traveling at a speed that allows them to circle the earth
twice each day while emitting a very low power signal. The signals are timed by clocks
that are highly accurate and are received by one of 5 ground stations. These ground stations
use the precisely timed signal to determine each satellite’s exact position in orbit. Your
GPS receiver can “hear” the signal sent by the satellite. By calculating the position and
distance of at least 4 satellites, accurate latitude, longitude and altitude location information
can be determined. WAAS adds to your GPS’s accuracy. WAAS stands for Wide Area
Augmentation System. WAAS was designed by the United States Federal Aviation
Administration, primarily to add in the accuracy of GPS for planes. WAAS consists of the
group of additional ground stations placed at known and precisely located spots. These
ground stations then work with a master station to correct the satellite signals improving
accuracy to within nearly 3 meters. WAAS reception may be turned on in the SET page
menu-however, the default setting is “Off” due to the additional battery drain it causes.

Software License Agreement

BY USING THE ONIX, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF
THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT
CAREFULLY.

Bushnell grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in
binary executable form in the normal operation of the product. Title, ownership rights and intellectual
property rights in and to the Software remain with Bushnell.
You acknowledge that the Software is the property of Bushnell and is protected under the United
States of America copyright laws and international copyright treaties. You further acknowledge that
the structure, organization and code of the Software are valuable trade secrets of Bushnell and that
the Software in source code form remains a valuable trade secret of Bushnell. You agree not to
decompile, disassemble, modify, reverse assemble, reverse engineer or reduce to human readable
form the Software or any part thereof or create any derivative works based on the Software. You
agree not to export or re-export the Software to any country in violation of the export control laws of
the United States of America.

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Table of Contents

SECTION

Introduction..........................................................................

Warnings & Notices............................................................

How Does GPS Work? ........................................................

Software License Agreement...............................................

Table of Contents................................................................

Included In The Package......................................................

Battery Installation, Cleaning & Maintenance Notes...........

ONIX Parts Identication..............................................

The Four Main Pages (overview).........................................

The SAT Page View...............................................

The MAP Page View..............................................

The NAV Page View..............................................

The SET Page View...............................................

Using Your ONIX.........................................................

The Hot Button.....................................................................

SafeTrack Battery Conservation Mode................................

Using the Text Tool / Selecting Waypoint Icons..................

Downloading, Uploading and Storing Satellite

Photos & Topo Maps with your ONIX..............................

The Bushnell ONIX GPS CD-ROM ...................................

Troubleshooting...................................................................

Glossary................................................................................

Warranty...............................................................................

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Included In The Package

• ONIX GPS Receiver

• USB Cable

• Quick Start Guide

• CD-ROM with:
–An Interactive Tour of the ONIX
–Software for managing & saving your topo map and
satellite photo downloads, and planning your next outdoor
excursion

Battery Installation, Cleaning and Maintenance Notes

Unscrew the battery compartment fastening screw (see next page), and install 2 AA
alkaline, lithium or NiMh rechargeable batteries. Lithium batteries are recommended for
cold weather conditions and longer battery life before replacement. Refer to the polarity
markings inside the battery compartment to ensure the batteries are positioned correctly.

When removing or replacing batteries, be sure the ONIX has been powered off rst. To

reduce the chance for damage from battery leakage, remove the batteries when storing the
unit for periods over six months.

The ONIX is designed to be waterproof to a depth of 1 meter (IPX7 rating), however it
is recommended that the user opens and checks the battery compartment following any
submersion or prolonged exposure to rain, snow, etc. Any moisture observed inside the
battery compartment or on the exterior of the batteries should be dried off immediately and
completely. Prolonged submersion (over 30 minutes) and/or to water depths greater than 1
meter can cause damage to the unit.

If the ONIX exterior becomes dirty, clean it with a soft cloth dampened with a mild

detergent solution, then wipe dry. To avoid possible scratches, a (dry) micro ber cloth is

ideal for cleaning the display screen. Do not use chemical solvents or cleaners of any type
on the ONIX unit’s exterior, battery compartment, or display, as these may damage plastic
components.

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ONIX Parts Identication/Overview

Battery
Compartment

Accessory
Socket

Zoom Button: Zoom
the view closer in
or further out on
maps and photos by
pressing the top or
bottom part of the
zoom control button.

5-Way Button: Used to navigate on
screen, select from menu options,
and create waypoints. Press up/
down arrows to select items in a
menu, right arrow to view submenus
(if available), left arrow to exit the
menu. Press the “OK” center button

to conrm a menu selection or turn

an option on or off. Press the center
“OK” button to set a waypoint.

Page View Button:

Flips through the 4
basic screens (SAT,
MAP, NAV, SET).
Hold down to see
display options in
MAP & NAV screens

“Hot” Button: controls all actions
(navigation, initiate “Where Am I”
feature, activate SafeTrack, etc.)

Power Button: located on
right side of ONIX. Push
to turn on. Once the unit
is on, pressing the power
button again will turn the
backlight on and off. Push
& hold button for 2 sec to
turn power off.

USB Port: connect to PC
with supplied cable

SafeTrack/GPS Signal
Indicator Light (pg.18)

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The Four Main Pages (Overview)

There are 4 different “pages” you can select from to view on the display screen. To cycle
through these pages in their order as shown below, press the Page View button on the top
right of the ONIX. The pages and their function are:

1. SAT Page

1. The SAT (Satellite) Page

The purpose of this page is to enable the user
to view information related to the reception
of GPS satellite signals by the ONIX. You
can see how many satellites are providing
location data to the ONIX, the unique ID
# of each satellite, how strong the signal is
from each one (bar graph at bottom), and
the accuracy of the location data the ONIX
is providing, based on the quality/quantity
of satellite signals currently available.
This page is useful for trouble shooting, if
the GPS does not seem to be working as it
should.

2. The MAP Page

You will spend the majority of your time on
this page once you are setup and actually using
your GPS to navigate. Your current position
is shown on a “base map” (like a simple road
map) using one of 3 kinds of cursors, along
with any or all of the other items you may
choose to display, such as satellite (aerial)
photos or topo maps, a compass, special
“points of interest”, and other data you may
want to see. These additional items may all
be viewed together, as “layers” on top of the
base map.

2. MAP Page

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The Four Main Pages (Overview)

3. NAV Page

3. The NAV (Navigation) Page

The NAV page provides a standard compass
display, with arrows to indicate your last
heading and/or current bearing, along with
magnetic or true north indication and other
optional navigation related data, depending
on the display preferences the user has set
up. This page is especially useful if you do
not choose to see a compass image layered
on top of the MAP page-you may switch
over to it at any time, then return to MAP
page just as you left it. Note that the compass
readings are based on your position relative
to the GPS satellites, and can therefore only
show your “direction” when you are moving,
unlike magnetic compasses.

4. SET Page-Full Menu

4. The SET (Set Up) Page

The SET page is used to personalize how
the Onix displays information to suit your
needs and preferences. Many of the items
on the SET menu are options you may set

once when you rst turn on your ONIX,

even before you begin using it to navigate,
and will probably leave on that setting for
the rest of the time you use your GPS.

The other pages have their own set of menus
that allow you to select options that affect
what types of information are displayed,
change their appearance, and recall or delete
previously stored map points, photos, etc.

Pressing the Page View button after you are on the SET page will go back to
the SAT page-the button continues to“cycle” through the pages in order.