Magellan eXplorist GC Handbook

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

The Magellan eXplorist GC receiver is a navigation aid designed to assist you in arriving at you r selecte d destination. When using the Magellan eXplorist GC receiver, these safety rules must be followed to prevent accidents that can result in injury or death to yourself or others:

IN THE INTERESTS OF SAFETY, DO NOT USE THIS NAVIGATION DEVICE

WHILE DRIVING A VEHICLE.

This device is not a car navigation system. Please do not use the Magellan eXplorist GC receiver while driving. Taking your eyes off the road is dangerous and can result in an accident in which you or others could be injured.

USE GOOD JUDGEMENT

This product is an excellent navigation aid, but does not replace the need for careful orienteering and good judgement. Never rely solely on one device for navigating.

USE CARE

The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the U.S. Government, which is solely responsible for the accuracy and maintenance of the GPS network. The accuracy of position fixes can be affected by the periodic adjustments to GPS satellites made by the U.S. government and is subject to change in accordance with the Department of Defence civil GPS user policy and the Federal Radionavigation Plan. Accuracy can also be affected by poor satellite geometry and obstructions, like buildings and large trees.

USE PROPER ACCESSORIES

Use only Magellan cables and antennas; the use of non-Magellan cables and antennas may severely degrade performance or damage the receiver, and will void the warranty.

LICENSE AGREEMENT

Magellan grants you, the purchaser, the right to use the software supplied in and with Magellan Navigation GPS products (the “SOFTWARE”) in the normal operation of the equipment.

The SOFTWARE is the property of Magellan and/or its suppliers and is protected by United States copyright laws and international treaty provisions; therefore, you must treat this SOFTWARE like any other copyright material.

You may not use, copy, modify, reverse engineer or transfer this SOFTWARE except as expressly provided in this license. All rights not expressly granted are reserved by Magellan and/or its suppliers. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. No part of this guide may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose other than the purchaser’s personal use without the prior written permission of Magellan.

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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 de termined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one 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.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op erat i on .

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other aerial or transmitter. In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded cables must be used with this equipment. Operation

with non-approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. The user is cautioned that changes and modifications made to the equipment without the app roval of manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

The Magellan eXplorist GC receiver must be installed and operated at a distance no closer then 8 inches (20 cm) from the user.

This Class B digital device meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

IC statement

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.This device may not cause interference.

2.This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

IC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

The information provided in this document is subject to change with out notice . Imp rove ments and enhancements to the product may occur without any formal notification. Check the Magellan website (www.magellanGPS.com) for product updates and additional information.

Maximum operating temperature is 60°C/140°F.

© 2010 MiTAC International Corporation. The Magellan logo, Magellan and Magellan eXplorist GC are registered trademarks of MiTAC International Corporation. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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Magellan eXplorist GC Receiver .............................................................. 1

Replacing the Batteries ........................................................................................... 1

Maintenance ............................................................................................................. 2

Magellan eXplorist GC Screens ............................................................... 3

Status Bar ................................................................................................................. 3

The Main Menu Screen ............................................................................................ 3

The Map Screen ....................................................................................................... 4

The Dashboard ......................................................................................................... 5

Geocache/Waypoint List ......................................................................................... 5

Geocache Details ..................................................................................................... 5

Waypoint Details ...................................................................................................... 6

Keyboard .................................................................................................................. 6

Icons ..........................................................................................................................7

Navigating the Magellan eXplorist GC Receiver .................................... 8

The Main Menu ......................................................................................................... 8

Accessing the Main Menu .................................................................................... 8

Selecting an Function ........................................................................................... 8

The Map Screen ....................................................................................................... 8

Accessing the Map Screen .................................................................................. 8

Zooming In and Zooming Out .............................................................................. 9

Panning Around the Map ....................................................................................... 9

Exiting Map Pan Mode ......................................................................................... 9

Creating a Waypoint at the Pan Cursor Position .................................................. 9

Creating a Waypoint at the Pan Cursor Position - Quick Method ........................ 9

Go To a Waypoint while Panning ....................................................................... 10

Map Screen Options Menu .................................................................................. 10

Non-Routing Options Menu ................................................................................ 10

Additional Options Menu Items while Routing .................................................. 11

Creating a Waypoint for your Current Position ................................................... 11

Managing Trip .................................................................................................... 11

Resetting the Trip Odometer and Trip Timer ..................................................... 12

Viewing the ‘Map’ or ‘Map and Compass’ .......................................................... 12

Editing the Navigation Fields .............................................................................. 12

Changing the Number of Navigation Fields ....................................................... 12

Selecting Heading Up or North Up ..................................................................... 12

Viewing the Details of Your Destination Waypoint ............................................. 12

Viewing Waypoint Description ............................................................................ 13

Canceling a Route .............................................................................................. 13

Viewing the Dashboard ...................................................................................... 13

Marking your Destination Geocache or Waypoint as a Favorite ........................ 13

Viewing Recent Logs for Destination Geocache................................................ 13

Viewing Geocache Hints for Destination Geocache .......................................... 13

Setting Destination Geocache as Found or Not Found ...................................... 14

Entering ‘Needs Maintenance’ Note to Destination Geocache .......................... 14

Customizing the Map Display ............................................................................. 14

Selecting Geocache Icons to be Displayed ........................................................ 14

Selecting Waypoint Icons to be Displayed ......................................................... 14

Selecting POI (Points of Interest) Icons to be Displayed ................................... 14

Selecting the Current Location Icon ................................................................... 15

Turning Quick Info Pop-up On/Off ...................................................................... 15

Turning Auto Zoom On/Off ................................................................................. 15

Geocaches .............................................................................................................. 15

Viewing the Geocache List ................................................................................. 15

Viewing a Geocache on the Map from the Geocache List ................................. 15

Going to a Geocache from the Geocache List ................................................... 16

Geocache List Options Menu .............................................................................. 16

Viewing Highlighted Geocache Details .............................................................. 16

Sorting Geocaches in the Geocache List ........................................................... 17

Selecting Geocaches Types .............................................................................. 17

Searching Geocaches by Name or ID ................................................................ 17

Adding a Geocache ............................................................................................ 17

Geocache Details Options Menu ........................................................................ 18

Dashboard .............................................................................................................. 18

Accessing the Dashboard .................................................................................. 18

Dashboard Options Menu ................................................................................... 18

Tools ....................................................................................................................... 19

Accessing the Tools Options .............................................................................. 19

Settings ................................................................................................................. 19

Brightness and Volume Options ........................................................................ 19

Adjusting Brightness .......................................................................................... 19

Setting the Backlight Timer ................................................................................ 19

Adjusting Brightness .......................................................................................... 19

Muting the Speaker ............................................................................................ 19

Power Options ...................................................................................................... 20

Set Suspend Timer ............................................................................................ 20

Set Power Off Timer ........................................................................................... 20

Select the Type of Batteries Used ...................................................................... 20

Units of Measure Options ..................................................................................20

Selecting Units of Measure ................................................................................ 20

Date and Time Options ........................................................................................ 20

Selecting Date Format ....................................................................................... 20

Selecting Time Format ....................................................................................... 21

Setting the Time Zone ........................................................................................ 21

Turning Daylight Savings On/Off ........................................................................ 21

Map Options ......................................................................................................... 21

Selecting Geocache Icons to be Displayed ........................................................ 21

Selecting Waypoint Icons to be Displayed ......................................................... 21

Selecting POI (Points of Interest) Icons to be Displayed ................................... 22

Selecting Number of Fields to be Displayed on the Map Screen ....................... 22

Selecting the Current Location Icon ................................................................... 22

Turning Quick Info Pop-up On/Off ...................................................................... 22

Turning Auto Zoom On/Off ................................................................................. 22

Track Options ....................................................................................................... 23

Turning Tracking On/Off ..................................................................................... 23

Displaying the Track on the Map ........................................................................ 23

Setting the Track Logging Intervals .................................................................... 23

Clearing Tracks Displayed on Map .................................................................... 23

Proximity Alarm Options ..................................................................................... 23

Setting the Proximity Distance for Alarm ............................................................ 23

Selecting the Alarm Sound ................................................................................. 24

Turning the GPS Alarm On/Off .......................................................................... 24

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Compass Options ................................................................................................ 24

Selecting the Compass Graphic ......................................................................... 24

Background Options ............................................................................................ 24

Selecting the Background Display ...................................................................... 24

Navigation Options .............................................................................................. 24

Selecting the Coordinate System ....................................................................... 24

Selecting the Map Datum ................................................................................... 25

Selecting the North Reference ........................................................................... 25

GPS Options ......................................................................................................... 25

Turning GPS On/Off ........................................................................................... 25

Setting the GPS Position .................................................................................... 25

Connectivity Options ........................................................................................... 26

Setting the Connectivity Mode ........................................................................... 26

Memory Options ................................................................................................... 26

Viewing Memory Use ......................................................................................... 26

Clearing Memory ................................................................................................ 26

Language Options ................................................................................................ 26

Selecting Language ........................................................................................... 26

Product Info Options ........................................................................................... 26

Viewing Product Information/EULA/Copyright Information ................................ 26

Trip Summary ....................................................................................................... 27

Viewing the Last Trip Summary Page ................................................................ 27

Stat Summary ....................................................................................................... 27

Viewing the Statistics Summary Page ............................................................... 27

Awards .................................................................................................................. 27

Viewing the Awards Page .................................................................................. 27

Waypoint Projection ............................................................................................ 27

Projecting and Saving a Waypoint from Your Current Location ......................... 27

Getting Started ..................................................................................................... 28

Viewing the Getting Started with Geocaching Page .......................................... 28

Glossary of Terms ................................................................................................ 28

Viewing the Glossary of Terms Page ................................................................. 28

Geocaching Types ............................................................................................... 28

Viewing the Geocaching Types Page ................................................................ 28

Geocaching FAQs ................................................................................................ 28

Viewing Geocaching FAQs ................................................................................ 28

Product Demo ....................................................................................................... 28

Playing the Product Demo ................................................................................. 28

Satellite Status ..................................................................................................... 29

Viewing the Satellite Status Screen ................................................................... 29

Screen Capture..................................................................................................... 29

Turning Screen Capture On/Off......................................................................... 29

Capturing Screens ............................................................................................. 29

Viewing Saved Screen Captures ....................................................................... 29

Diagnostics ........................................................................................................... 29

Testing the Magellan eXplorist GC receiver ....................................................... 29

Owner Information ............................................................................................... 29

Entering Owner Details ...................................................................................... 29

Working with Geocaches ....................................................................... 30

Installing Geocaches (Send to GPS) .................................................................... 30

Installing Geocaches with ‘Send to GPS’ (List Page) ........................................ 30

Installing Geocaches with ‘Send to GPS’ (Detail Page) ..................................... 31

The Magellan Communicator ................................................................................ 31

Installing Geocaches (Drag n Drop) ..................................................................... 32

Installing Geocaches with Drag ‘n Drop ............................................................. 32

Installing Pocket Queries ...................................................................................... 33

Installing Pocket Queries from E-mail ................................................................ 33

Installing Pocket Queries from VantagePoint ..................................................... 33

Uploading Field Notes and Logs .......................................................................... 34

Uploading Field Notes and Logs from Receiver ................................................. 34

Uploading Field Notes and Logs from VantagePoint ......................................... 35

Publishing Geocaches .......................................................................................... 36

Installing Geocaches to Geocaching.com with VantagePoint ............................ 36

Glossary of Terms .................................................................................. 37

Geocache Types ..................................................................................... 43

Magellan eXplorist GC Receiver

The Magellan eXplorist GC receiver puts all of the controls at your fingertips not just for ease-of-use, but for comfort while searching for those hidden treasures.

The Power button (A) is located in the upper right of the receiver and is specially designed to avoid accidental power on of the receiver.

The BACK button (B) is used to exit the currently displayed screen and go to the previous screen.

The MENU button (C) brings up the Options menu found on most screens providing access to commonly needed functions.

The joystick (D) is used to maneuver the cursor around the display as well as highlighting options from lists o r menus. Pressing the joystick down is used as the ENTER key for the Magellan eXplorist GC receiver.

The ZOOM - (E) and ZOOM + (F) buttons are used to change the map scale while viewing the Map screen. They also provide a way to quickly move to the top or bottom of lists and menus.

At the bottom of the receiver is a sealed flap (G) which protects the USB connection to the receiver.

The back of the receiver holds the battery door which accesses the two AA batteries used to power the receiver . The beeper (audio output) is also found on the back in the upper left.

Replacing the Batteries

The Magellan eXplorist GC receiver uses two AA batteries (lithium, alkaline or rechargeable) which are installed from the back of the receiver.

Turn the receiver over and turn the battery door retaining screw 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Lift the top of the battery door up (as shown) allowing it to hinge at the bottom. Once it is approximately hinged as shown, it will slide off of the hinge points at the bottom and can be completely removed. Replace the installed batteries with new AA batteries being sure to dispose of the old batteries properly.

NOTE: For best performance you should set the battery type in the tools options when changing the batteries.

1. From the Main Menu, select “Tools”.

2. Highlight ‘Settings’ and press ENTER.

3. Highlight ‘Power’ and press ENTER.

4. Highlight the ‘Battery Type’ field.

5. Use the joystick to select the type of batteries being used.

Make sure that the seal around the battery door is clean and free of debris before replacing the door. Replace the battery door by first aligning the hinge points at the bottom and then swinging the battery door down until it is in place. Turn the battery door retaining screw 1/4 turn clockwise to lock it in place and the Magellan eXplorist GC receiver is ready to go.

Maintenance

The only maintenance required is to clean the screen with a soft cloth occasionally. Also using a screen protector is a great way to avoid scratches while out trekking. Clear screen protectors are available at most electronic stores or anywhere cell phone accessories are sold. The ideal size screen protector for the Magellan eXplorist GC receiver would be 1” x 2” but larger sizes can be cut down.

Magellan eXplorist GC Screens

Status Bar

The Status bar appears on every screen in the receiver and provides information on the ‘inner workings’ of the Magellan eXplorist GC receiver.

Battery Life

Backlight Status

Time of Day

Route Status

Satellite Status

All green indicates full battery life.

Backlight is on when light bulb icon is displayed. (Having the backlight off will increase the battery life significantly.)

Displayed in 12-hour AM/PM or 24hour Military time.

Hiking man icon is displayed whenever you are on a route.

Four blue bars indicates strong satellite signal strength. “W” indicates WAAS signals are being received.

The Main Menu Screen

The Main Menu screen is the hub for all of the activities in the Magellan eXplorist GC receiver. From the Main Menu you can access the Map screen, Geocaching functions, Waypoint functions, the Dashboard and Tools for setting up your receiver to meet your requirements.

To access the different functions, use the joystick and move it left or right to change the highlighted icon. With the icon highlighted, press ENTER.

Geocaches

Map Screen

Waypoints

Dashboard

Tools

The Map Screen

Current Location . Normally the Map screen will display your current location against a map background. Your current location is displayed as an arrow pointing in the direction of your current heading or last heading if you are standing still.

Pan Mode. Using the joystick you can move a cursor around the map to get pop-up information about a displayed geocache or waypoint, visually select a point on the map to create a waypoint, select a geocache or waypoint to route to, and view are as of the map that may not normally be displayed due to map scale. Press the BACK button to return the map to your current location.

Smart Arrow. By default, the Smart Arrow feature is activated, which means the color of the arrow will change based on the direction you are heading in comparison to the bearing of your destination. The Smart Arrow features can be turned off by accessing the Map Options in the Options Menu.

Blue Not routing or stationary.

Green On course (heading and bearing a re

the same)

Yellow Off course. Left or right of course

line.

Red Moving in the opposite direction from

your destination.

Options Menu. The Map Screen has an Options Menu that can be displayed by pressing the MENU button. The Options Menu's contexts will vary based on your current action, such as routing to a destination or panning the map. Most of the common func tions needed while geocaching can be accessed easily from the Options Menu.

Navigation Data Fields. Up to four "Nav" Fields can be displayed on the Map Screen at any given time. The number of Nav Fields and the data to display can be customized by the user by accessing the Options Menu.

North Up or Heading Up. The orientation of the map screen can be customized to North Up or Heading Up by accessing the Options Menu. With North Up selected, the top of the map will always be pointing north, with Heading Up the top of the map is in the direction you are heading.

Compass Overlay. A transparent compass overlay can be displayed on the map if you select Map+Compass in the Options Menu. A stand alone Compass Screen can be activated within the Dashboard and you can customize the Compass Design in the Settings under Tools.

Zoom in / Zoom out. You can change the map scale by using the ZOOM + or ZOOM - buttons. By default, the Map Screen has the Auto Zoom feature activated. This means the map scale will always show your current location and destination on the Map Screen at the same time while routing. The Auto Zoom feature can be turned off by accessing Map Options in the Options Menu.

Special Feature of the ZOOM +/ZOOM - Buttons: While viewing menu screens or the keyboard, the

ZOOM keys give you quick access to the top or bottom of the list.

The Dashboard

The Dashboard can be used for navigating or accessing more information about your current trip. The Screen is split into two regions, the top displays information about your current route and the bottom provides customizable Nav Fields. The following items describe the elements of the Dashboard and ways to customize the screen.

Mini Compass. The Mini Compass works just like the regular Compass displaying the cardinal points as well as the direction of your destination while routing. The behavior of the arrow and cardinal labels differ whether you are navigating in North Up or Heading Up mode.

Destination Information. The information displayed in the upper right portion depends on whether or not you are routing to a destination. When there is no active route, it displays Signal the Frog and number of geocaches found. While routing to a geocache, the area displays the name, key characteristics, and distance to your destination.

Navigation Data Fields. Up to eight "Nav" Fields can be displayed on the Dashboard at any given time. The number of Nav Fields and the data to display can be customized by the user by accessing the Options Menu.

Options Menu. The Dashboard has an Options Menu that can be displayed by pressing the MENU button. The Options Menu will allow you to access a stand-alone Compass Screen, Edit Nav Fields, and Reset Odometer.

Geocache/Waypoint List

The Geocache List and the Waypoint List are similar and are designed to provide ample information about the item without having to access the det ails. The details of each point can be viewed by highlighting an item in the light and pressing ENTER.

The List Screens are split into two sections. The top of the display shows the type of object, the search criteria, the number of pages, and the number of points in the list that are available based upon the search criteria you have chosen. The bottom of the display shows the points saved to the receiver . Geocaches list s show the cache type and name along with information about the cache, such as whether it has been marked as found or if it contains a travel bug. Also, it displays the geocache name, difficulty, terrain, container size, direction, and distance. Similarly, Waypoint lists display the waypoint icon, name, distance, elevation, and direction.

At the bottom of each list are two transparent indicators. Pressing the joystick to the left will show a preview of the route on the map screen.

Pressing the joystick to the right, the product will quickly create a route to the highlighted geocache or waypoint.

Sort & Search criteria as well as a number of other Options items can be accessed by pressing the MENU button to access the Options Menu.

Geocache Details

The Geocache Details page provides every piece of information about the geocache in one, easy-to-use screen.

The header bar gives details about the geocache using icons as well as the name of the geocache and the hider’s name.

Under the header bar is a details section that uses star ratings to indicate difficulty and terrain and a bar graph for size. To the right is the Geocache ID (GCID) identifier number and the date it was hidden.

Scroll and highlight the buttons below to access additional information about the geocache. Press ENTER to view the details.

At the bottom of the page are two transparent indica tors. By pressing the joystick to the left, the product will display the highlighted point on the map and by pressing the joystick to the right, the product will quickly create a route to the highlighted geocache.

Waypoint Details

The Waypoint Details page also displays all of the known information about the waypoint.

The header bar gives details about the waypoint u sing icons as well as the date and time it was created.

Highlight the fields below the header bar to access additional information about the waypoint. Press ENTER to view the details.

At the bottom of the page are two transparent indica tors. By pressing the joystick to the left, the receiver displays the highlighted point on the map and by pressing the joystick to the right, the receiver quickly creates a route to the highlighted waypoint.

Keyboard

The keyboard is used to enter text or coordinate information using the joystick. With the joystick you can maneuver around the keyboard selecting the character or value you want entered.

Special keys:

Backspace

Shift

Space bar

Moves cursor left

Moves cursor right

Emoticons and geocaching acronyms

Press and hold ENTER for special characters

Also remember that the ZOOM + and ZOOM - buttons can quickly move the highlight from top to bottom or visa versa.

Icons

Geocache

Found

Not Found

Favorite

Not Attempted

Needs Maintenance

Associated Waypoints

Travel Bug

Pictures

Description

Hints

Recent Logs

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