Garmin 02401 Users Manual

O4AHGD00

Quick Start Manual

December 2013 190-01702-01_0A Printed in Taiwan

Introduction

WARNING

See the Important Safety and Product
Information guide in the product box for

product warnings and other important
information.

Getting Started

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

Install the batteries (page 3).

2

Turn on the device (

page 5).

3

Register the device (page 9).

4

Acquire satellites (page 5).

5

Select

to view the status page

(page 10).

6

Mark a waypoint (page 6).

Device Overview

À

Internal GPS/GLONASS antenna

Á

Keys

Â

Power key

Ã

Mini-USB port (under weather cap)

Ä

MCX connector for GPS antenna (under
weather cap)

Å

microSD™ card slot (under batteries)

Æ

Battery compartment

Ç

Mounting spine

È

Battery cover D-ring

2

Battery Information

WARNING

The temperature rating for the device may
exceed the usable range of some
batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at
high temperatures.

Do not use a sharp object to remove
batteries.

CAUTION

Contact your local waste disposal
department to properly recycle the
batteries.

NOTICE

Alkaline batteries lose a significant
amount of their capacity as the
temperature decreases. Use lithium
batteries when operating the device in
below freezing conditions.

Installing the NiMH Battery Pack

The device operates using the optional
NiMH battery pack or two AA batteries
(page 4).

1

Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise,
and pull up to remove the cover.

2

Locate the battery pack À

that came

in the product box.

3

Insert the battery pack, observing
polarity.

4

Gently press the battery pack into
place.

5

Replace the battery cover, and turn
the D-ring clockwise.

Charging the Battery Pack

NOTICE

To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the
mini-USB port, the weather cap, and the
surrounding area before charging or
connecting to a computer.

Do not attempt to use the device to
charge a battery that was not provided by
Garmin®. Attempting to charge a battery
that was not provided by Garmin can
damage the device and void the warranty.

3

Before you can connect the straight
connector of the USB cable to your
device, you may have to remove optional
mount accessories.

NOTE: The battery will not charge when
outside the temperature range of 32° to
122°F (0° to 50°C).

You can charge the battery using a
standard wall outlet or a USB port on your
computer.

1

Pull up the weather cap À from the
mini-USB port Á.

2

Plug the small end of the USB cable
into the mini-USB port.

3

Plug the USB end of the cable into the
AC adapter or a computer USB port.

4

Plug the AC adapter into a standard
wall outlet.

When you connect the device to a
power source, the device turns on.

5

Charge the battery completely.

Installing Batteries

The handheld device operates using two
AA batteries (not included). Use NiMH or
lithium batteries for best results.

1

Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise,
and pull up to remove the cover.

2

Insert two AA batteries, observing
polarity.

3

Replace the battery cover, and turn
the D-ring clockwise.

4

Hold

.

5

Select Setup > System > AA Battery
Type.

4

6

Select Alkaline, Lithium, Traditional
NiMH, or Precharged NiMH.

Turning On the Device

Hold .

Acquiring Satellite Signals

It may take 30 to 60 seconds to acquire
satellite signals.

1

Go outdoors to an open area.

2

If necessary, turn on the device.

3

Wait while the device searches for
satellites.

A question mark flashes while the
device determines your location.

4

Select to open the status page.

shows the GPS/GLONASS signal

strength.

When the bars are green, the device has
acquired satellite signals.

Keys

FIND Select to open the search menu.

MARK Select to save your current

location as a waypoint.

QUIT Select to cancel or return to the

previous menu or page.

ENTER Select to select options and

acknowledge messages.

MENU Select to open the options menu

for the page that is currently
open. Select twice to open the
main menu (from any page).

PAGE Select to scroll through the main

pages.

Select , , , or to select

menu options and move the map
cursor.

5

IN Select to zoom in on the map.

OUT Select to zoom out on the map.

Waypoints

Waypoints are locations you record and
store in the device.

Creating a Waypoint

You can save your current location as a
waypoint.

1

Select MARK.

2

If necessary, select a field to make
changes to the waypoint.

3

Select Done.

Navigating to a Waypoint

1

From the main menu, select FIND >
Waypoints.

2

Select a waypoint.

3

Select Go.

Editing a Waypoint

Before you can edit a waypoint, you must
create a waypoint.

1

Select Waypoint Manager.

2

Select a waypoint.

3

Select an item to edit, such as the
name.

4

Enter the new information, and select
Go.

Deleting a Waypoint

1

Select Waypoint Manager.

2

Select a waypoint.

3

Select MENU > Delete.

Routes

A route is a sequence of waypoints or
locations that leads you to your final
destination.

Creating a Route

1

Select Route Planner > Create
Route > Select First Point.

2

Select a category.

3

Select the first point in the route.

4

Select Use.

5

Select Select Next Point to add
additional points to the route.

6

Select QUIT to save the route.

Navigating a Saved Route

Before you can navigate using a saved
route, you must create a route.

1

Select FIND > Routes.

2

Select a route.

6

3

Select Go.

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.

Viewing the Current Track

1

From the main menu, select Track
Manager > Current Track.

2

Select an option:

•

To show the current track on the
map, select View Map.

• To show the elevation plot for the
current track, select Elevation
Plot.

Navigating a Saved Track

Before you can navigate a saved track,
you must save a track.

1

Select FIND > Tracks.

2

Select a saved track.

3

Select Go.

Map

represents your location on the map. As
you travel, moves and leaves a track
log (trail). Waypoint names and symbols
appear on the map. When you are
navigating to a destination, your route is
marked with a colored line on the map.

Changing the Map Orientation

1

From the map, select MENU.

2

Select Setup Map > Orientation.

3

Select an option:

• Select North Up to show north at
the top of the page.

• Select Track Up to show your
current direction of travel at the top
of the page.

• Select Automotive Mode to show
an automotive perspective with the
direction of travel at the top.

Measuring Distance on the Map

You can measure the distance between
two locations.

1

From the map, select a location.

2

Select MENU > Measure Distance.

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3

Move the pin to another location on
the map.

Compass

When navigating, points to your
destination, regardless of the direction
you are moving. When points toward
the top of the electronic compass, you are
traveling directly toward your destination.
If points any other direction, turn until it
points toward the top of the compass.

Calibrating the Compass

NOTE: You must calibrate the electronic
compass outdoors. Do not stand near
objects that influence magnetic fields,
such as cars, buildings, or overhead
power lines.

The device has a 3-axis electronic
compass. You should calibrate the
compass after moving long distances,
experiencing temperature changes, or
changing the batteries.

1

From the compass, select MENU.

2

Select Calibrate Compass > Start.

3

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Navigating with Sight 'N Go

You can point the device at an object in
the distance, lock in the direction, and
navigate to the object.

1

Select Sight 'N Go.

2

Point the device at an object.

3

Select Lock Direction > Set Course.

4

Navigate using the compass.

Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter

You can manually calibrate the barometric
altimeter if you know the correct elevation
or the correct barometric pressure.

1

Go to a location where the elevation
or barometric pressure is known.

2

Select Tools > Elevation Plot >
MENU > Calibrate Altimeter.

3

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Trip Computer

The trip computer displays your current
speed, average speed, maximum speed,
trip odometer, and other helpful statistics.
You can customize the trip computer
layout, dashboard, and data fields.

8

Customizing the Data Fields

You can customize the data fields
displayed on each main page.

1

Open the page for which you will
change the data fields.

2

Select MENU.

3

Select Change Data Fields.

4

Select the new data field.

5

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Registering Your Device

Help us better support you by completing
our online registration today.

•

Go to http://my.garmin.com.

• Keep the original sales receipt, or a
photocopy, in a safe place.

Support and Updates

Garmin Express™ provides easy access
to these services for Garmin devices.
Some services may not be available for
your device.

• Product registration

• Product manuals

• Software updates

• Map updates

• Vehicles, voices, and other extras

Setting Up

Garmin Express

1

Plug the small end of the USB cable
into the port on the device.

2

Plug the larger end of the USB cable
into an available USB port on your
computer.

3

Go to www.garmin.com/express.

4

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Getting More Information

You can find more information about this
product on the Garmin website.

• Go to www.garmin.com/outdoor.

• Go to www.garmin.com
/learningcenter.

• Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or
contact your Garmin dealer for
information about optional accessories
and replacement parts.

Getting the Owner's Manual

You can get the latest owner's manual
from the web.

1

Go to www.garmin.com/support.

2

Select Manuals.

9

Follow the on-screen instructions to

3

select your product.

Specifications

Battery type NiMH battery pack or two

Battery life Up to 16 hours

Water resistance IEC 60529 IPX7

Operating
temperature
range

Charging
temperature
range

Radio frequency
and protocols

Compass-safe
distance

AA batteries (1.5 V or
lower alkaline, NiMH, or
lithium)

From -4° to 158°F (from

-20° to 70°C)

From 32° to 104°F (from
0° to 40°C)

2.4 GHz

7 in. (17.5 cm)

Adjusting the Backlight Brightness

Extensive use of screen backlighting can
significantly reduce battery life. You can
adjust the backlight brightness to
maximize the battery life.

NOTE: The backlight brightness may be
limited when the battery is low.

10

Select

1
2

.

Use the slider to adjust the backlight
level.

The device may feel warm when the
backlight setting is high.

Selecting the Battery Type

From the main menu, select Setup >

1

System > AA Battery Type.
Select Alkaline, Lithium, Traditional

2

NiMH, or Precharged NiMH.

Installing a Memory Card

WARNING

Do not use a sharp object to remove user­replaceable batteries.

You can install a microSD memory card in
the handheld device for additional storage
or pre-loaded maps.

Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise,

1

and pull up to remove the cover.
Remove the battery.

2

Slide the card holder À to and lift

3

up.
Place the memory card with the gold

4

contacts facing down.

5

Close the card holder.

6

Slide the card holder to to lock it.

7

Replace the battery and cover.

Attaching the Wrist Strap

1

Insert the loop of the wrist strap
through the slot in the device.

2

Thread the other end of the strap
through the loop, and pull it tight.

Attaching the Carabiner Clip

1

Position the carabiner clip À in the
slots on the mounting spine Á of the
device.

2

Slide the carabiner clip up until it locks
in place.

Removing the Carabiner Clip

Lift up on the bottom of the carabiner
clip, and slide the carabiner clip off the
mounting spine.

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