Garmin eTrex Vista User Manual
eTrex Vista
®
personal navigator
owner’s
manual
and
reference
guide
TM
© Copyright 2001-2002 GARMIN Ltd. or its subsidiaries
All Rights Reserved
GARMIN International, Inc.
1200 E 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062 U.S.A.
Tel. 913/397.8200
Fax. 913/397.8282
GARMIN (Europe) Ltd.
Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey, SO51 9AQ U.K.
Tel. 44/1794.519944
Fax.44/1794.519222
GARMIN Corporation
No. 68, Jangshu 2nd Road, Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan
Tel. 886/2.2642.9199
Fax. 886/2.2642.9099
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September 2002 Part Number 190-00219-00 Rev. C Printed in Taiwan
Thank you for choosing the GARMIN eTrex Vista. To
get the most from your new eTrex Vista, take time to read
through this owner’s manual in order to understand all
of the operating features. This manual is organized into
three sections.
The Introduction section provides FCC, safety,
warranty, product registration information and the Table
of Contents.
The Main Pages section (listed in same order as
viewed on screen) provides details about using the features of the eTrex Vista according to topic. The explanations for each feature in this section are divided into:
(1) An overview that discusses the feature and how it
functions and (2) A detailed Step-by-Step instruction for
using the feature.
Introduction
Introduction
About This
Manual
The Appendices include information on items such
as Specifi cations, Accessories, Data Field Defi ni-
tions, MapSource information, a Troubleshooting
Guide and a Wiring Diagram followed by the Index.
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Introduction
FCC Compliance
Statement
The eTrex Vista complies with Part 15 of the FCC
interference limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME
OR OFFICE USE. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation, and are more stringent than
“outdoor” requirements.
Operation of this device is subject to the following
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The eTrex Vista does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be made by an authorized GARMIN service center. Unauthorized repairs or
modifi cations could result in permanent damage to the
equipment, and void your warranty and your authority to
ii
operate this device under Part 15 regulations.
Introduction
WARNING: For use in vehicles, it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the eTrex Vista to secure
the GPS unit so that it will not interfere with the vehicle’s
operating controls, obstruct the driver’s view of driving
conditions, or cause damage or personal injury in the
event of an accident. Do not mount the eTrex Vista over
air bag panels or in the fi eld of air bag deployment. Air
bags expand with a rapid force that can propel objects in
their path toward the driver or passengers causing possible injury. Refer to air bag safety precautions contained
in the vehicle owner’s manual. Do not mount the eTrex
Vista in a place where the driver or passengers are likely
Do Not Mount Where
Driver’s Field of Vision
to impact it in an accident or collision. The mounting
hardware provided by GARMIN is not warranted against
collision damage or the consequences thereof.
WARNING: When used in vehicles, it is the sole
responsibility of the driver of the vehicle to operate the
vehicle in a safe manner, maintain full surveillance of all
driving conditions at all times, and not become distracted by the eTrex Vista to the exclusion of safe driving
practices. It is unsafe to operate the controls of the eTrex
Vista while you are driving. Failure by the driver of a
vehicle equipped with an eTrex Vista to pay full attention
to operation of the vehicle and road conditions while the
vehicle is in motion could result in an accident or collision with property damage and personal injury.
Warnings
and
Precautions
Do Not Place Unsecured
on the Vehicle Dash
is Blocked
Do Not Mount
Over Air Bag Panels
Do Not Mount in Front of
an Air Bag Field of
Deployment
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 DIRECTION, DISTANCE,
LOCATION, OR TOPOGRAPHY. THIS PRODUCT
SHOULD NOT BE USED AS AN AID TO DETERMINE
GROUND PROXIMITY FOR AIRCRAFT NAVIGATION.
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Introduction
Warnings
and
Precautions
Software License
Agreement
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 Vista is a precision electronic NAVigation AID
(NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.
MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals of
GARMIN is to provide customers with the most complete
and accurate cartography that is available to us at a
reasonable cost. We use a combination of governmental
and private data sources, which we identify as required
in product literature and copyright messages displayed to
the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain inaccurate or incomplete data to some degree. This is particularly true outside the United States, where complete and
accurate digital data is either not available or prohibitively
expensive.
BY USING THE ETREX VISTA, YOU AGREE TO BE
BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE
FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT.
PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY.
GARMIN 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 in GARMIN.
You acknowledge that the Software is the property
of GARMIN and is protected under the United States of
America copyright laws and international copyright treaties. You further acknowledge that the structure, organiza-
iv
tion and code of the Software are valuable trade
Introduction
secrets of GARMIN and that the Software in source code
form remains a valuable trade secret of GARMIN. 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.
Cleaning
The eTrex Vista is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than
cleaning. Clean the unit using a cloth dampened with
a mild deteregent solution and then wipe dry. Avoid
chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic
components.
Storage
Storing alkaline batteries in the unit is not recommended. To reduce the chance for battery leakage, remove
the batteries when storing the unit for more than six
months.
Do not store the eTrex Vista where prolonged exposure to temperature extremes may occur (such as in the
trunk of a car) as permanent damage may result. User
information, such as waypoints, routes, etc., is retained in
the unit’s memory without the need for external power. It
is always a good practice to back up important user data
by recording it manually.
Water Immersion
The eTrex Vista is waterproof to IEC Standard 529
IPX7. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for
30 minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to
the unit. After submersion, be certain to remove the batteries and dry the components before reuse.
Software License
Agreement
Maintenance
v
Introduction
GARMIN
Limited Warranty
This GARMIN product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, GARMIN will at
its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs
or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided
that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost. This warranty does
not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs.
THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE
AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, STATUTORY OR
OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH
MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE
USE, MISUSE, OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE
PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
GARMIN retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or
offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL
BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY.
To obtain warranty service, contact your local GARMIN authorized dealer. Or call
GARMIN Customer Service at one of the numbers shown below, for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. The unit should be securely packed with the
tracking number clearly written on the outside of the package. The unit should then be
sent, freight charges prepaid, to any GARMIN warranty service station. A copy of the
original sales receipt is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs.
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Introduction
GARMIN
Limited Warranty
Products sold through online auctions are not eligible for rebates or other special
offers from GARMIN. Online auction confi rmations are not accepted for warranty
verifi cation. To obtain warranty service, an original or copy of the sales receipt fromfrom
the original retailer is required. GARMIN will not replace missing components from any
package purchased through an online auction.
GARMIN International, Inc. GARMIN (Europe) Ltd.
1200 East 151st Street
Olathe, Kansas 66062, U.S.A. Romsey, SO51 9AQ, U.K.
Phone: 913/397.8200 Phone: 44/1794.519944
FAX: 913/397.0836 FAX: 44/1794.519222
Product Registration
Help us to better support you by completing our on-line registration today!
Have the serial number of your eTrex Vista handy and connect to our website
( www.garmin.com). Look for the Product Registration link on the Home Page.
Serial Number
Use this area to record the external serial number (8-digit number located inside
the battery compartment) in case it is lost, stolen, or needs service. Be sure to keep
your original sales receipt in a safe place or attach a photocopy to the inside of the
manual.
Serial Number:
Unit 4, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate
*
NOTE: Do not confuse this external serial number with the unit i.d.
number that is displayed in the System Setup Page. The internal serial
number is relevant to the operating software and is required only when
transferring certain types of GARMIN MapSource Data to your unit.
*
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Table of Contents
Introduction
About This Manual .......................................i
FCC Compliance Statement .........................ii
Warnings and Precautions .......................ii-iv
Software License Agreement ....................iv-v
Maintenance ................................................v
Warranty ................................................vi-vii
Product Registation ....................................vii
Table of Contents .......................................vii
Getting Started
Setup, and Features .....................................1
Features and Button Function ......................2
Battery Installation .......................................3
Backlighting and Contrast ...........................3
The Main Pages
Main Page Basics ..........................................4
Satellite
The Main Page .............................................5
Options ....................................................6-7
Navigating
Navigating with eTrex Vista .........................8
Map
The Main Page ........................................9-10
Options ................................................11-15
Using the Pan Map Option ...................12
Stop Navigation ....................................13
Hide/Show Navigation Status ................13
Hide/Show Data Fields .........................13
Setup ....................................................14-15
The Measure Distance option ................15
Navigation
The Main Page ...........................................16
Options ................................................17-20
Altimeter
The Main Page ......................................21-22
Plot Over Time/Distance .......................22
Options ................................................23-25
View Pressure Plots/Elevation................23
Zoom Ranges ........................................23
View Points ...........................................24
Reset .....................................................24
Calibrate Altimeter ................................24
Data Fields ............................................25
Trip Computer
The Main Page ...........................................26
Options ......................................................27
Main Menu
The Main Page ...........................................28
Setting the Correct Time Zone ..............28
Using the Main Menu ...........................29
Mark Options .......................................30-32
Projecting a Waypoint ...........................32
Editing Waypoints ................................32
Find Options ........................................33-40
The Find Menu .....................................33
Finding a Waypoint ..............................34
Finding a Favorite ................................35
Finding a City .......................................35
Finding an Exit .....................................36
Finding a Point of Interest .....................37
Finding an Address or Intersection .......38
Using a Goto .........................................40
Routes Options .....................................41-46
Creating and Using A Route ..................41
Editing a Route ................................42-44
Add/Edit from the Route Map Page ..44-45
Navigating a Route ................................45
Data Fields for the Route Page ...............46
Tracks Options .....................................47-48
Setup Options ......................................49-53
Time Page .............................................49
Units Page .............................................50
Display Page .........................................51
Heading Page ........................................51
Interface Page ........................................52
System Page ..........................................53
Accessories ...........................................54-57
Sun and Moon ......................................54
Calendar Page .......................................55
Hunt and Fish Page ...............................56
Area Calculator Page .............................57
Calculator Page .....................................57
Appendices
Appendix A: Specifi cations .......................58
Appendix B: Accessories ...........................59
Appendix C: Data Field Defi nitions .....60-61
Appendix D: MapSource Setup .................62
Appendix E: Troubleshooting ...................63
Appendix F: Wiring Diagram ....................64
Index ...................................................65-71
viii
Getting Started
Before you begin to explore the eTrex Vista’s operating features, you should be familiar with the information
contained in the Quick Start which includes instructions
for installing batteries, how the buttons function, starting
the eTrex Vista, adjusting the screen contrast, and basic
navigation techniques to help you start enjoying your eTrex
Vista immediately.
* Points of Interest, Address,
and Intersection data must be
transferred to the unit using a
GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM.
See page 62 for more informa-
Six Main Pages are your primary access to operating
the eTrex Vista. Each page provides either a basic navigation function or access to features which enhance navigation or customize the unit’s operation.
This manual is arranged on the Main Pages structure
with detailed instructions on using the eTrex Vista’s features
and their options.
Augmentation System (WAAS)
is currently under development
and is not fully supported by
geo-stationary satellites, effective
use of the WAAS feature may be
limited by your geographic location in relation to those satellites
Features include:
Storage for 500 Waypoints with name and graphic
symbol.
An automatic Track Log with storage capability for
3,000 points, or 10 saved Tracks with 250 points each.
There are two WAAS satellites
in service in geo-stationary orbit
above the Equator, one over the
Atlantic Ocean and one over the
Route building capability, with storage for 20 Routes
with 50 Waypoints each.
A Trip Computer for displaying a variety of navigation
data such as speed, ETA, ETE, heading, odometer, etc.
An Elevation Computer for displaying total ascent/
descent, average ascent/descent, maximum ascent/descent,
12 hour pressure trend, and maximum/minimum elevation.
Currently, WAAS satellite signal
reception requires an absolute
clear view of the sky and works
best when there are no nearby
obstructions such as buildings,
mountains, etc. In fact, you may
not be able to receive or easily
maintain a WAAS satellite signal
until full satellite support for this
A Find Feature for locating Waypoints, Cities,
Interstate Exits, Points of Interest, Street Addresses and
Intersections.*
24 MB of detailed map data storage, allowing transfer
Not enabling WAAS when you
cannot receive a signal speeds
unit map drawing and conserves
from GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM’s.
Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) capability.**
See pages 5 and 53 for enabling
WAAS and satellite reception
Setup
and
Features
tion.
** About WAAS
Because the Wide Area
now in service.
Pacifi c Ocean.
program is complete.
battery power.
techniques.
1
Getting Started
Features and
Button
Function
LCD
Display
External Power and Data Connector
with Alignment Bar
Pressure
Sensor
Vent
The CLICK STICK
TM
(Five Position Switch)
• Press to enter highlighted options and to
confi rm messages
• Move Up/Down or Right/Left to move
through lists, highlight fi elds, on-screen
buttons, icons, enter data or move the map
Internal Antenna
panning arrow
• Press and hold for two seconds to mark
your current location as a waypoint
The PA GE button:
• Press to cycle through main pages.
• Press and hold to turn the electronic compass On/Off.
The POWER button:
• Press and hold to turn the unit On/Off.
• Press to toggle display backlighting On/Off.
Compass Sighting
Marks
Power/Data
Connector Cover
The ZOOM IN/OUT buttons:
• When on the Map Page, press to
Zoom in and out.
• When on the Satellite Page, press
to adjust the screen contrast
Carry
Lanyard
Slot
2
Battery
Compartment
Cover
The FIND button:
• Press to access the Find Menu
NOTE: The eTrex Vista is designed to be held
and operated in the left hand, but it can be
held and operated using the right hand as
well to suit your preference.
Installing the lanyard
Getting Started
Installing the Batteries
The eTrex Vista operates on two “AA” batteries (not
included), which are located in the back of the unit.
Installation and
Backlight/Contrast
Rechargeable Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries
may also be used.
Stored data is not lost when
the batteries are removed.
To install batteries:
1. Remove the battery cover on
the back of the unit. Turn the
D-ring 1/4 turn counter-clockwise & pull away clockwise.
2. Insert batteries
observing the
polarity.
3. Reinstall the
battery cover
Follow the battery manufactur-
er’s instructions for proper care
by turning the
D-ring 1/4
turn.
D-ring
Battery Compartment
Battery Cover
‘Use With GPS Off’ mode when
not navigating, Alkaline batter-
Display Backlighting and Contrast Set Up
If lighting conditions make it hard for you to see the
display screen, you can adjust the contrast or turn on the
backlight.
To turn on the backlighting:
1. Press the POWER button to turn on the backlight
from any page on the unit. The backlight remains
on until the set timeout period is completed or the
POWER button is pressed again.
The unit is factory set to timeout 15 seconds after
the last button press. (To reset the backlight timeout, refer to page 51.)
Battery
Important Note:
When replacing batteries, use
only new or fully recharged
batteries and do not mix
Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or
Lithium batteries.
Rechargeable batteries may
typically display less capacity
than Alkaline batteries.
Remove the batteries from the
unit if you don’t plan to use it
for several months.
and disposal of used batteries.
When using ‘Battery Saver’ or
ies can last up to 12 hours.
Press & Release POWER
Button to turn Backlighting
On/Off
To adjust the screen contrast:
1. When on the Satelllie Page, use the ZOOM IN or
OUT buttons to adjust the contrast.
Use ZOOM IN & OUT
Buttons to Adjust Contrast
3
Getting Started
Main Page Basics
Satellite Page
Map Page Navigation Page Trip Computer Main Menu
Altimeter Page
All of the information you need to operate the eTrex Vista can be found on six main
pages (or display screens). You can press and release the PAGE button to cycle through
the Satellite Page, Map Page, Navigation Page, Altimeter Page, Trip Computer, and Main
Menu Page.
While these six pages provide you with different types of navigation information,
they all share common features like Option Menus and a Main Page Menu, both of
which are accessed by on-screen buttons. To display these menus, highlight the onscreen button and press in on the CLICK STICK
Option Menu Button
Option Menu
These menus provide additional features or customize
the unit to your preferences.
To exit these and other
pop-up type menus, move the
CLICK STICK to the left
or right.
.
Main Page Menu Button
Main Page Menu
Use to go directly to a Main
Page and as an alternate to
cycling through the Main
Pages.
Double click the on-screen
button to toggle between
two pages.
4
Status Window
Satellite
The Main Page
On-Screen
Page and Option
Menu Buttons
Inner Ring (Satel-
lites within 45°
angle from vertical)
Signal Strength bars
Satellite Page
with 9 Satellites Being
Tracked and WAAS Enabled.
WAAS Satellite is No. 35
and ‘D’ in Signal Bars for
GPS Satellites
Outer Ring
(Satellites on the
horizon)
Center (Satellite
overhead)
Your location
coordinates
The Satellite Page provides a picture of satellite signal tracking, tells you when the
unit is ready for navigation, and shows your location coordinates.
The Skyview graphic represents a view looking up at the sky from your current
location showing satellites and their assigned numbers. The outer ring represents the
horizon around you, the inner ring represents a view above you at a 45° angle from vertical, and the center represents directly overhead. Signal Strength Bars for each satellite
are shown just below the Skyview. Satellites and their signals appear as hollow shapes
until a signal is received and then they appear darkened in. The stronger the signal, the
taller the signal bar.
The Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) capability produces a more accurate
position fi x. When enabled (the GPS mode set to ‘Normal’ and the interface set to other
than RTCM mode), this feature searches for a WAAS satellite near your location and
then receives data for correcting differentials in the GPS satellite signals and the WAAS
satellite numbers (beginning at No. 33 or above) display on the Satellite Page. When
differential correction data has been received for GPS satellites (numbers 32 or below), a
‘D’ displays in the signal bar beneath the skyview. It is helpful to orient the unit antenna
toward the WAAS satellite shown in the skyview. To learn more about the WAAS
System, access the Federal Aviation Administration web site (http.//gps.faa.gov/).
5
Satellite
Options
There are four options for
the “Poor Satellite Reception”
message.
Satellite Page Options Menu
Highlight the on-screen button
at the top of the page & press
in on the CLICK STICK.
6
Because the eTrex Vista relies on satellite signals to
provide you with navigational guidance, the unit’s view
of the sky determines how fast you achieve navigational
status. GPS signals do not travel through rocks, buildings,
people, metal, or heavy tree cover so for best results, keep
the unit in clear view of the sky.
At least three satellite signals are needed to determine
your location, otherwise the unit displays a “Poor Satellite
Reception” message with four options and a brief explanation to guide your decision:
Use with GPS Off - Select this option if you want
GPS off (for faster map drawing).
New Location - Select this option if you have moved
hundreds of miles (from where you last used the
unit).
Restart Search - Select this option if today is not
(date provided).
Continue Acquiring - Select this option if no other
option applies. (The unit will attempt to gather GPS
signals.)
The Satellite Page options include:
Use With GPS Off - Use this option when you are
indoors, a clear view of the sky is obstructed, or you
want to save battery power. You can enter data, create
routes, etc., but cannot navigate in this mode.
Track Up/ North Up - You can orient the satellite
skyview by selecting ‘Track Up’ (your direction of
travel) or ‘North Up’ (the satellite skyview oriented to
the north).
New Location - If you are more than 600 miles from
where you last used the unit, select the ‘New Loca-
tion’ and then the ‘Use Map’ options to approximate
your location. This gives the unit reference informa-
tion and speeds satellite acquisition.
Show GPS Elevation - The elevation as determined
by the GPS information received.
Satellite
To select the ‘ Use With GPS Off’ option:
1. Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Option Menu
button at the top of the page and then press it in to
display the Options Menu.
2. Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the ‘Use With
GPS Off’ option and then press it in to activate.
The eTrex Vista stops tracking satellites and should
not be used for navigation. However, the next time
you turn the unit on, it returns to Normal GPS
operation.
To select ‘ Track Up’ or ‘ North Up’:
1. Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Option Menu
button at the top of the page and then press it in to
display the Options Menu.
2. Highlight either the ‘Track Up’ or ‘North Up’ option
(depending on which is currently in use), and press
in on the CLICK STICK to activate.
To enter a new location:
1. Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Option Menu
button at the top of the page and then press it in to
display the Options Menu.
2. Highlight ‘New Location’ and press in on the
CLICK STICK to display choices of ‘Auto’ or ‘Use
Map’.
If you choose ‘Auto’ the eTrex Vista determines your
new location automatically.
If you choose ‘Use Map’ a map page displays with
instructions stating, “Point to your approximate
location and press ENTER”. Use the CLICK STICK
to move the map pointer to your location on the
map and press it in.
To select ‘ Show GPS Elevation’:
1. Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the Option Menu
button at the top of the page and then press it in to
display the Options Menu.
2. Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the ‘Show GPS
Elevation’ option, and press in to view the elevation
based on GPS information.
Options
The Satellite Page
Options Menu
“GPS Off”
Message
‘North Up’ Skyview Orientation
‘Use Map’ option helps to speed
acquisition.
7
Navigating
Navigating with
eTrex Vista
A Goto
A Track
A Route
Travel when not on a Goto,
Track, or Route as indicated
by the ‘Pointer Icon’ and a
dotted line indicating your
path of travel.
Active Navigation is supported by three of the six
Main Pages: the Map Page, Navigation Page and Trip
Computer Page.
The Map Page graphically shows you map details,
your current location, marks your route to a destination
with a route line, and leaves a trail (track log) of where
you’ve been.
The Navigation Page tells you what direction to go
and the direction you are traveling.
The Trip Computer Page records and displays travel
data, such as the distance you have traveled, your speed,
the time spent moving or stopped, and other options can
be chosen to display the elevation, the time of day or the
time remaining before reaching a destination.
There are four methods of navigating when using the
eTrex Vista and each is graphically displayed on the Map
Page.
Goto - A direct path to a selected destination
(waypoint, city, address, etc.).
Track - A previous path of travel that has been stored
(logged) in the eTrex Vista. A Track allows you to
repeat a path or to return to your starting point on
the same path using the GARMIN TracBack feature.
Route - A path to a destination consisting of interme-
diate stops along the way (waypoints, cities, highway
exits, points of interest, intersections, etc.).
Travel when not on a Goto, Track or Route -
This is best described as travel without entering a
destination in the eTrex Vista. The Map Page displays
your real-time movement as you travel with the unit
turned on and receiving satellites.
8
Map
The Main Page
On-Screen
Page and Option
Menu Buttons
Status Window
Position Icon
Map Scale
Map Features
The Map Page displays your present position and direction of movement using a
triangular ‘Position Icon’ that is centered on the map. As you travel the map display
leaves a “trail” (track log) of your movements.
The map also displays geographic details such as rivers, lakes, highways, and towns.
The map shown above displays a higher level of detail than the basemap provided with
the unit (i.e. residential streets, parks, etc.), because GARMIN MapSource data has been
downloaded to the unit using a CD-ROM mapping program.
To allow you to view the map from different perspectives, the scale can be changed
from 120 feet to 500 miles. The ZOOM IN and OUT buttons on the side of the unit
allow you to zoom In or Out on the map. Pressing and holding these buttons causes the
scale to change rapidly instead of changing in increments. The IN button displays less
area but more map detail, while the OUT button shows you a larger area with less map
detail.
A Status Window at the top of the page provides you with current satellite tracking
and position accuracy information.
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Map
The Main Page
Zoom In
Zoom Out
Map Features
Map Scales
Accuracy Circle
Panning Arrow
(Map Pointer)
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The Map Page
The Map Page shows your present position and direction of movement as a triangular ‘Position Icon’, in the
center of the map. As you travel, the map display leaves a
“trail” (track log) of where you’ve been. The map display
also shows the map scale and geographic details such as
lakes, rivers, highways, and towns.
Use the ZOOM IN and OUT buttons to change
the map scale in order to show more map area with less
detail or less map area with more detail. Press and hold
to ZOOM the map scale rapidly. The map scale in the
lower left hand side of the display is shown in units of
measurement selected in the ‘Units’ fi eld of the Unit Setup
Page (not to be confused with the Map Setup Page). If
you zoom in so far that the resolution of the map data
is exceeded and the appearance of the map is no longer
accurate, the word, “ overzoom” displays just below the
map scale.
In many instances the map displays an ‘ Accuracy
Circle’ surrounding the ‘ Position Icon’. The eTrex Vista
uses both map resolution and GPS accuracy in defi ning
your location to a point within the circle. The smaller the
circle, the more accurate your location.
When using the ‘ Pan Map’ feature, a small outline
arrow (Map Pointer) can be moved about the page to
highlight and identify map items or to scroll the map to
view areas not shown on the display screen.
A Status Field at the top of the page provides satellite
tracking and location accuracy information.
Two optional Data fi elds at the bottom of the page
can be programmed to provide a variety of travel and
navigation information.
More detailed map features as well as information
about those features can be downloaded to the unit from
a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM. When using MapSource
data, the word ‘mapsource’ displays below the map scale
whenever you zoom in to view map details.
Map
Map Page options allow a variety of operating and
custom features for your eTrex Vista.
Not all of the Map Page options are available at the
same time. Many are replaced by an opposite option
when they are selected, such as Hide Data Fields/Show
Data Fields. The Map Page options are:
Pan Map - Allows you to move the Panning Arrow
(Map Pointer) about on the map.
Stop Navigation - Stops navigating to a destination.
Hide Nav Status/ Show Nav Status - Removes the
navigation status window to expand the map area or
inserts the navigation status window.
Hide Data Fields/ Show Data Fields - Removes or
inserts two programmable data fi elds at the bottom of
the page and expands or reduces the map area.
Setup Map - Displays the Setup Map Pages, which
allows you to tailor the map to your requirements
such as changing text size, map orientation, and map
detail.
Measure Distance - Displays the distance from one
point on the map to another.
Restore Defaults - Returns the Map Page to the
original factory settings (defaults).
To select a map page option:
1. Highlight the Option Menu on- screen button at the
top of the display screen and then press in on the
CLICK STICK to open the menu.
2. Highlight the desired option on the menu and then
press in on the CLICK STICK to activate the option.
3. To close without making a selection, move the
CLICK STICK to the left or right.
Options
On-screen Map Page
Options Menu button
Map Page Options Menu with
‘Pan Map’ selected.
When no active navigation is
being used ‘Stop Navigation’
displays.
If ‘Show Data Fields’ is selected,
it is replaced by the ‘Hide Data
Fields’ option.
The ‘Setup Map’ option consists
of fi ve sub-pages.
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Map
Options
Map Page with
Panning Arrow
Highlighted Map Item
Using the Pan Map option
The Map Page pan function allows you to display
an arrow used to point at and identify items on the map,
and to move the map in order to view areas beyond the
current viewing area on the display.
The map panning function is activated from the
Options Menu on the Map Page. The CLICK STICK
moves the panning arrow (also referred to as the map
pointer) in the desired direction on the map page. If the
arrow moves to the edge of the map display, the map also
moves to reveal more area but redraws the map slowly.
Whenever the panning arrow is placed on a map
item, the name of that item is highlighted. This features
applies to waypoints, roads, lakes, rivers...nearly everything that is displayed.
Pressing the CLICK STICK marks the arrow location
or displays the map item information page. An Options
Menu allows you to: add it to the Favorites list, add it to a
route, project a waypoint from it, save it as a waypoint, or
view the sun and moon phase from it. On-screen buttons
at the bottom of the page allow you to Goto the map
item, display it on the map or to select ‘OK’ and return to
the Map Page.
When using the panning arrow, pressing the FIND
button displays items with the panning arrow (map
pointer) location used as a reference point for nearest
items instead of your current location. Press the PAGE
button to return to the Main Map Page.
To fi nd details about or Goto a map item:
1. Use the CLICK STICK to move the panning arrow
to the map item that you want to learn more about.
2. When the item’s name is highlighted, press in the
CLICK STICK to display the Information Page.
3. Use the CLICK STICK to highlight and press the
‘Goto’ button on the page to navigate to the item.
Map Item Information
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Map
Stop Navigation
The ‘Stop Navigation’ option allows you to quit navi-
gating on a Goto, Route or Track in progress.
To stop navigation:
1. Select ‘Stop Navigation’ and then press in on the
CLICK STICK.
When there is no active navigation, the ‘Stop Naviga-
tion’ option is “grayed out” and is non-functional.
Hide/ Show Navigation Status
The ‘Hide Nav Status/Show Nav Status’ option allows
you to view GPS navigation data in a window at the top
of the page that lists the status of satellite tracking and
accuracy of GPS positioning. When hidden, more map
area is displayed.
To hide or show Nav Status:
1. Select ‘Hide’ or ‘Show’ from the option list and then
press in on the CLICK STICK.
Hide Data Fields/ Show Data Fields
The ‘Hide Data Fields/Show Data Fields’ option allows
you to view two programmable data fi elds. When hidden,
more map area is displayed.
To hide or show Data Fields:
1. Select ‘Hide’ or ‘Show’ from the option list and then
press in on the CLICK STICK.
To program a data fi eld:
1. Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the data fi eld and
then press it in to display the Options Menu.
2. Highlight the desired option and then press in on
the CLICK STICK to place it in the data fi eld.
Options
‘Stop Navigation’ Option
Map Page with Nav Status and
Data Fields Hidden
Map Data Fields
with Options Menu
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Map
Setup Options
Page Setup
Tracks Setup
Map Features Setup
Text Setup
Map Data
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The ‘ Setup Map’ option displays the fi ve Map Setup
Pages, each accessed by an on-screen button. A list of
options displays for the features listed. Scale options
indicate the point at which Tracks, Tracks Logs, Map
Features, or Text Boxes display, allowing you to remove
map clutter and defi ne map features.
Page - Orientation:
top of the map display to the current track heading
or to a north heading.
Auto Zoom:
to display both your current location and the next
point to which you are navigating.
Detail:
Lock on Road:
Display Mode:
Tracks - Saved Tracks and Track Log:
Goto Line:
Map Features - Points of Interest, Waypoints, Street
Text - Points of Interest, Waypoints, Street Label, and
MapSource Info - Show,
Most, More, Normal, Less, or Least;
how much map detail you see. This setting only
applies to a map feature set to ‘Auto’. Those
features which have a specified scale or are turned
‘Off’ are unaffected by this setting.
MapSource Data is loaded; when ‘On’ the triangle
icon locks to the road that you are traveling
light color while the other displays in a dark color.
‘Off’, ‘Auto’, or 20 ft.-500 miles, sets the maximum
scale at which the feature should appear on the
screen. Some types of data will display only to
certain zoom scales.
pointer displays.
Label, and Land Cover,
or 20 ft.-500 miles, sets the maximum scale at
which the feature should appear on the screen.
Some types of data will display only to certain zoom
scales.
Land Cover,
‘Large’
control the screen size of the name
determines if map data is used or not.
‘ Track Up’ or ‘ North Up’;
On or Off;
Bearing or Course;
Text sizes;
automatically scales the map
On or Off;
Land or Water;
available only if
Scale options;
‘None’, ‘Small’, ‘Medium’, or
Check box
fixes the
controls
.
choice displays in
Scale options;
determines which
‘Off’, ‘Auto’,
.
; check mark
Map
To use Setup Map options:
1. Select ‘Setup Map’ from the Options Menu and then
press in on the CLICK STICK to display the Map
Setup Page.
2. Highlight the desired sub-page button to display the
features list for that sub-page.
3. Highlight a feature on the list and press in on the
CLICK STICK to display the options list for that
feature.
4. Use the CLICK STICK to highlight the desired
option and then press it in to activate.
5. Press the PAGE button or the on-screen ‘X’ button
to return to the Map Page.
The Measure Distance option
To use the Measure Distance option:
1. Select ‘Measure Distance’ from the Options Menu
and then press in on the CLICK STICK to display
the Panning Arrow.
2. Use the CLICK STICK to move about on the Map
Page until you reach the point to which you want to
measure. A new ‘Map Pointer’ fi eld displays showing the location of the pointer and the direction and
distance from where you began measuring.
Setup Options
Map Page Setup
Feature Options
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Navigation
The Main Page
Destination (Waypoint) Name
Time to Destination
Straight Line Distance
to the Destination
Bearing Pointer
Selectable Data Fields
Compass Ring
The Navigation Page provides active guidance with a rotating compass ring that
shows your course over ground (track) while you’re moving and a bearing pointer to
indicate the current direction to your destination (bearing) relative to the course over
ground.
The Compass Ring works as an Electronic Compass (which can be turned On or
Off) functions as a magnetic compass when you are stationary. Or, when the Compass is
in the On mode and you are moving, the heading is controlled by the GPS receiver. The
Compass switches to the GPS receiver when your rate of travel reaches a pre-set speed,
and comes back on when you have stopped moving after a pre-set period of time. Use
the Heading Setup Page to change the pre-set time.
The Status Window at the top of the page shows you the name of your destination,
the distance, and the time to go. Two Data Fields are provided, and can be programmed
to display a variety of navigation data.
The Bent (Bearing) Pointer arrow alerts you to the upcoming turn while you are
navigating a route. When you get within 15 seconds ETA of the current point, the
pointer “bends” to indicate the direction of the turn to the next point while still showing
the direction to the current point.
When you are not on an active Goto, Track or Route (in other words: not traveling
to a recorded destination), the window at the top of the page displays the status of the
GPS Receiver and the approximate accuracy of your current position. The Compass Ring
displays your heading while you are moving, but the data fi elds at the bottom of the
page will not display any destination related data, such as Estimated Time of Arrival.
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