Garmin eTrex Legend Quick Reference

Basic Navigation

Basic Navigation Basic Navigation

Starting to Navigate

Basic navigation with your eTrex Legend requires only three steps: mark, move, and return. Mark your location as a waypoint,

move a distance away, and then return after choosing one of several methods to help you nd your way.

To mark a waypoint:

1. Press in and hold the THUMB STICK for two seconds to display the Mark Waypoint Page. Your current location is marked as a waypoint and automatically assigned a three digit number.

2. The ‘OK’ button is highlighted so press the

THUMB STICK to save the

To move about with the Map Page:

1. Use the PAGE button to access the Map Page and view the

new waypoint.

Press the ZOOM IN button to get a more detailed view of

the map.

2. Walk or drive around for a few minutes, make a right or left

turn, then continue for a few more minutes and then stop.

The ‘position icon’ shows your location and the dotted line

shows your path of travel (a Track).

To return to a waypoint using Goto:

1. Press the FIND button to display the Find Menu.

2. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight ‘Waypoints’ and then press it in.

3. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight ‘Nearest’ and then press it in.

4. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the waypoint and then press it in to display the Information Page.

5. With the on-screen ‘Goto’ button highlighted, press the THUMB STICK to activate the Goto navigation feature.

Returning to a Waypoint with a Goto

To ﬁnish your return:

1. The Navigation Page displays the ‘Bearing Pointer’ indicating the direction to go. Because you can’t always travel in a straight line, refer to the Bearing Pointer from time to time. As you move and whenever possible, turn in the direction the Bearing Pointer directs.

2. Use the PAGE button to move to the Map Page to see your location marked by the Position Icon and a straight dark line leading to the waypoint.

Move back and forth between the Map Page and the Navi-

gation page to check your progress and verify your bearing.

3. To stop navigating, highlight the Options Menu button on either page, press the THUMB STICK, select ‘Stop Naviga- tion’, and then press the THUMB STICK.

Options Menu

Button

LEGEND

QUICK START GUIDE

Internal

GPS

Antenna

Thumb Stick

External

Power/Data

Connector (on back)

Page

Button

Power

Button

Battery

Compartment

(on back)

Position Icon

showing your

current location

Track Line

The newly

marked

Waypoint

Find Menu

Waypoints List

Waypoint Information

Page

A Goto on the

Navigation

Page

Map

Page on a

Goto

Part Number: 190-00234-01 Rev. C Printed in Taiwan

Map Page Options

LCD Display

(with Backlight)

Waterproof

Case

Step-by-Step Instructions

to Get You Started

(Turn this page and begin with Step 1)

LEGEND

Operating the eTrex Legend Operating the eTrex Legend

The Main Pages,

Setting the Time Zone

Backlighting/Contrast Adjustment

Installing the Batteries

The eTrex Legend operates on two AA batteries (not included), which are placed in the back of the unit. Rechargeable Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries may be used, but cannot be charged in the unit.

Stored data will not be lost when changing the batteries.

To install the batteries:

1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the unit by turning the D-ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pulling out.

2. Insert the batteries observing proper polarity as shown at the right.

3. Reinstall the battery cover by turning the Dring 1/4 turn clockwise.

D-Ring

The ZOOM IN and OUT buttons:

• When on the Map Page, press to Zoom

in and out.

• When on the Satellite Page, press to

adjust the screen contrast.

The FIND button:

• Press to access the Find Menu.

The THUMB STICK:

(When moved or pressed in, button ‘clicks’)

• Press to enter highlighted options or conrm messages.

•

Move Up/Down or Right/Left to move through lists,

highlight elds, on-screen buttons, icons, enter data

or move the map panning arrow.

•

Press in and hold for two seconds to mark your current location as a waypoint.

Slot for Carry

Lanyard

Attachment

Battery Cover

Using the Button Functions

Start Up Sequence

To turn the unit On:

1. Press and hold the POWER button.

2. Press the PAGE button to acknowledge the copyright.

3. Carefully read the warning message and press the PAGE button to acknowledge and proceed to the Satellite Page.

The unit may take up to 5 minutes

to establish a position the rst time

you use it outside with a clear view of the sky. After that, it should take only 15 to 45 seconds. When the Legend has acquired enough satellite signals to determine your location, a “Ready To Navigate” message and your location

Signal Strength, Location,

coordinates and elevation are shown.

The PAGE button:

• Press to cycle through main pages.

The POWER button:

• Press and hold to turn the unit On/Off.

• Press to toggle the backlighting On/Off.

External Power

and Data

Connector

LCD

Display

NOTE: While designed to be held and operated in the left hand, the unit can be used with the right hand, if preferred.

Satellite Page:

displaying

Satellite Position,

and Elevation

Protective Cover

Connector

Indexing

(Alignment)

Bar

Previewing the Main Pages

All of the information you need to operate the eTrex Legend

is found on the ve Main Pages (or display screens). To preview

these pages, press the PAGE button to cycle from one page to the

next. The ve pages are shown in order below.

Satellite Page

Satellite Page -

Map Page

Navigation Page

Trip Computer

Main Menu

Provides a visual reference of satellites being tracked. Map Page - Displays your movements and nearby map features. Navigation Page - Provides guidance to your destination. Trip Computer -

Provides a variety of trip and navigation data.

Main Menu - A directory of advanced features and settings.

Setting the Time Zone

If the Legend is “Ready to Navigate” (Step 3) but the time shown is not correct, you may need to change the Time Zone selection.

To change the Time Zone:

1. Use the PAGE button to access the Main Menu.

2. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the SetUp icon and then press it in to display the SetUp Menu.

3. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the Time icon and then press it in to display the Time Page.

4. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the ‘Time Zone’ ﬁeld then press it in to display the list of time

5. Highlight a time zone and then press the THUMB STICK.

6. The correct time is displayed at the bottom of the page.

Adjusting Backlight/Contrast

To turn the backlight On and Off:

POWER

Button

ZOOM

Buttons

1. Press the POWER button to turn the backlight On.

2. Press again to turn the backlight Off.

3. If no button is pressed (after 15 seconds*), the backlight will turn Off automatically.

To adjust the screen contrast:

and

1. Use the PAGE button to access the

OUT

*To set the backlight feature for longer On Time, refer to the Owner’s Manual.

Satellite Page.

2. Use the ZOOM IN and OUT buttons to adjust the contrast.

Additional Map Data Available

You can transfer optional detailed map data to the eTrex Legend from a GARMIN MapSource® CD-ROM. Available choices include the MetroGuide, Points of Interest (Businesses, Landmarks, Cities, and Marine navaids), BlueChart™, Fishing Hot Spots, Topographic maps, Roads and Recreation, and WorldMap mapping guides.

See your Owner’s Manual for connection details.

Points of Interest List

Map Showing Resturant

Choice