Garmin Geko 101 User Manual

™

Geko 101

Personal Navigator

owner’s
manual

®

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Let the Fun Begin

fun

(noun):

Introduction

1. A source of enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure.

2. Enjoyment; amusement: have fun at the party.

3. Playful, often noisy, activity.

We don’t know about the noise, but fun and simplicity is what the Geko 101 is all about.
To get the most out of your new Geko 101, take the time to read through this Owner’s
Manual to understand the operating features of the unit. This manual has been designed to
provide all that you need to know to operate your Geko 101.

Geko 101 Registration

Help us better support you by completing your on-line registration today!

Why should you register your Geko 101?

• Notifi cation of New Products

• Lost or Stolen Unit Tracking

Connect to our Web Site (www.garmin.com) and look for the Product Registration link

on the home page.

Thanks for choosing the Garmin Geko 101. If you have any questions or comments
regarding the use of the Geko 101 you can visit our Web Site.

On Your Mark. . .

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Table of Contents

Introduction..................................................... ii-vi

Registration ........................................................... iii

Warnings and Cautions .......................................... v

FCC Compliance Statement .................................. vi

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

Installing the Batteries ............................................ 1

Buttons................................................................... 2

Backlight and Contrast ........................................... 2

Main Pages ......................................................3-20

Satellite Page ......................................................... 3

Map Page ............................................................... 4

Map Page Options ............................................... 5-6

Navigation Page ..................................................... 7

Navigation Page Options ..................................... 7-8

Menu Page ............................................................ 9

Menu Page Options ........................................... 9-20

Mark .............................................................. 9-10

Waypoints....................................................11-13

Time ............................................................ 14-15

Units............................................................ 16-18

System ......................................................... 19-20

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Appendices .................................................... 21-22

Appendix A: Specifi cations................................... 21

Appendix B: Accessories....................................... 22

Index.............................................................. 23-24

Warranty ............................................................ 25

GPS - the Global Positioning System - is a navigation revolu-

tion. It’s a technology that pinpoints a user’s location anywhere in
the world, 24 hours a day, regardless of the weather. Designed by
the United States’ Department of Defense for use by the military,
GPS was made available to civilians for use in aviation, marine
surveying and general outdoor/recreation markets. Today, millions
of people utilize GPS technology to hunt, fi sh, hike, fl y, cruise, sail
and geocache.

To learn more, read Garmin’s ‘GPS Guide for Beginners’ available

through the Garmin website.

WARNING: If you choose to use the Geko 101 in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibil­ity of the owner/operator of the Geko 101 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 Geko 101 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.

WARNING: If you choose to use the Geko 101 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 Geko 101 to
the exclusion of safe operating practices. It is unsafe to operate the Geko 101 while you are
driving. Failure by the operator of a vehicle equipped with an Geko 101 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.

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.

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 Geko 101 is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID
can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.

CAUTION: Electronics are protected if immersed, but the battery compartment may
get wet. Make sure batteries and compartment are dry before using.

Warnings and Cautions

WARNING: This product, its packag­ing, and its components contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.
This Notice is being provided in accordance
with California’s Proposition 65. If you
have any questions or would like additional
information, please refer to our web site at
www.garmin.com/prop65.

Introduction

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Introduction

FCC Compliance

Statement

The Geko 101 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 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 reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna.

The Geko 101 does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should be made only by an authorized
Garmin service center. Unauthorized repairs can void your warranty and your authority to operate this device
under Part 15 regulations.

Software License Agreement

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BY USING THE GEKO 101, 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, organiza­tion and code of the Software are valuable trade 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.

Installing the Batteries

The Geko 101 operates on two AAA batteries (not included), which are installed at the
back of the unit. To install the batteries, remove the battery cover by inserting a coin in the
bottom slot. Twist the coin to lift the cover up and pull away. Insert the batteries, observing
proper polarity. Attach the battery cover by inserting the square end into the back slot at
an angle, laying it fl at, and then pushing it forward until the clip catches. Alkaline batteries
should last as long as 12 hours. Rechargeable Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries
may be used, but cannot be charged in the unit.

Battery

Compartment

Introduction

Installing Batteries

Battery usage icon shows an
estimate of battery life left
(four squares is full).

)

NOTE: If your Geko 101 is stored for an extended period of time or if the
batteries are completely discharged you may lose all data stored (such as
waypoints). Follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions on the proper
care and handling of the batteries.

1

Introduction

Geko 101 Buttons

UP button

The UP/DOWN buttons:

• Highlight options on pages and menus

• Adjust display contrast on Satellite Page

• Zoom out (UP) and in (DOWN) on Map Page

• Cycle through data fi elds on Navigation Page
The OK button:

• Confi rms data entry or menu selections

• Press and hold to activate Mark Waypoint Page
The POWER button:

• Press and hold to turn unit on and off

• Press and release to turn display backlight on and off
The PAGE button:

• Switches between pages

• An ‘undo’ for the most recent action on a page

DOWN button

button

LCD Display

(with backlight)

2

OK

POWER

button

PA GE

button

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 (for a longer time
choose ‘System’ on the Menu Page) to save battery power. To adjust the screen contrast,
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.

Main Pages

All of the information needed to operate the Geko 101 is found on four main ‘pages’ (or

display screens). These pages are the Satellite, Map, Navigation, and Menu.

Main and Satellite Page Basics

Simply press the PAGE button to switch between pages.

Satellite MenuMap Navigation

Main Pages

The “READY TO
NAVIGATE” message
must appear before you
can begin using your Geko
101 to navigate.

Satellite Page Basics

The Satellite Page shows the Geko 101 gathering all the necessary satellite information
in order to work. The Satellite Page shows you (in animation), the satellites, satellite signal
strength, and the Geko 101’s estimated location accuracy.

When you see the “READY TO NAVIGATE” message on the Satellite Page, the Geko

Satellite Page

Location Accuracy

(estimated)

Satellites

101 has found your location and you are ready to go!

Satellite Signal

Strength Bars

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NOTE: When you use the Geko 101 for the fi rst time, allow time for it to
track satellites by leaving the Geko 101 outside with a clear view of the sky
for 15-30 minutes.

The ‘3D’ shows when receiving signals
from four or more satellites.

Status Message

3

Map Page

Map Page Basics

Heading Indicator

Page Basics

On the Map Page, the UP
and DOWN buttons are used
to adjust the map scale from
80 feet to 800 miles.

4

Waypoint
Symbol

Path to
Destination

Map
Scale

The Map Page

Waypoint
Name

‘You’; Your
Location
‘Trail’ (track
log)

The Map Page shows where you are (the animated fi gure) and provides a picture of
where you are going. As you travel (the animated fi gure ‘walks’) and leaves a ‘trail’ (track
log). Waypoint names and symbols are also shown on the map.

To help you better visualize the ‘real world’, Geko 101 automatically rotates the map
as you move, so that waypoints that are ahead of you are always displayed in front of the
animated fi gure. The Heading Indicator shows the direction you are heading.

To make sure you can see your entire trip, you can change the map scale (from 80 feet
to 800 miles) by pressing and holding the UP button to view a larger area, and the DOWN
button for viewing a smaller area.