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    montana™ 600 series owner's manual for use with models 600, 650, 650t
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    in the content of this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements. Go to www.garmin.com for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use of this product. Garmin®, the Garmin logo, BlueChart®, City Navigator® , and TracBack® are
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    Battery Information 2 Turning the Device On or Off 4 Satellite Signals 4 Registering Your Device 5 About the Main Menu 5 Using the Touchscreen 5 Rotating the Screen 15 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual Table of Contents Navigation 16 Navigating to a Destination 16 Map 17 Compass
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    Device Information 45 Updating the Software 45 Viewing Device Information 45 Specifications 45 About the Batteries 46 Caring for the Device 47 Data Management 48 Appendix 52 Optional Accessories 52 Data Field Options 54 Troubleshooting 59 Index 61 ii Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    (650 and 650t only) ➋ Power key ➌ microSD™ card slot (under battery door) (page 49) ➍ Auto mount power connector ➎ Stereo headphone jack (page 18) ➏ Mini-USB port (under weather cap) ➐ Battery cover D-ring ➑ MCX port for external GPS antenna (under weather cap) Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    Installing the Lithium-ion Battery Pack 1. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the cover. 2. Locate the battery ➊ that came in the product box. ➊ 3. Align the metal contacts on the battery with the metal contacts in the battery compartment. 2 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    4. Charge the device completely. The device may feel warm when charging. Removing the Lithium-ion Battery Pack  warning Do not use a sharp object to remove batteries. 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Pull up on the side of the battery that is closer to the key. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 3
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    satellite signals. When the bars turn green, your device has acquired satellite signals. The time and date are set automatically based on the GPS position. To adjust the time settings, see page 39. For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. 4 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    Registering Your Device • Go to http://my.garmin.com. • Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. About the Main • Select to search by name. Locking the Screen Lock the screen to prevent inadvertent screen touches. 1. Press . 2. Select . Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 5
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    batteries is low. Extensive use of screen backlighting can significantly reduce battery life. You can adjust the backlight brightness to maximize battery power. 1. While the device is on, press . 2. Use the backlight slider bar to adjust the brightness level. 6 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    to maximize battery power. Select > Setup > Display > Backlight Timeout. Adjusting the Volume When you are using headphones or an auto mount, you can can be different when you are using the device for geocaching and for navigating on water. When you are using a profile and you change settings
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    a waypoint. 1. Select > Waypoint Manager. 2. Select a waypoint. 3. Select an item to edit. 4. Enter the new information. 5. Select . Deleting a Waypoint 1. Select > Waypoint Manager. 2. Select a waypoint. 3. Select > Delete. 8 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    Waypoint Location Waypoint Averaging allows you to increase the accuracy of a waypoint location by collecting multiple samples of the then navigate to the object. 1. Select > Sight 'N Go. 2. Point the device at an object. 3. Select Lock Direction > Set Course. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 9
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    and maps. Additional Maps You can use additional maps in the device, such as BirdsEye™ satellite imagery, BlueChart® g2, and City Navigator® detailed maps. Detailed maps may contain additional points of interest, such as restaurants or marine services. For more information, go to http://buy.garmin
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    City Navigator® maps to search for addresses. 1. Select Where To? > Addresses. 2. Enter the country or state, if necessary. 3. Enter the city or postal code. NOTE: Not all map data provides postal code searching. 4. Select the city the new name. 5. Select . Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 11
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    a route. 3. Select Delete Route. Viewing the Active Route 1. While navigating a route, select > Active Route. 2. Select a point in the route to view additional details. Reversing a Route 1. Select > Route Planner. 2. Select a route. 3. Select Reverse Route. 12 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    > Track Log. 2. Select Record, Do Not Show or Record, Show On Map. If you select Record, Show On Map, a line on the map indicates your track. 3. Select Record Method. 4. Select an option: • To record you move with the device turned on, a track log is created. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 13
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    a track. 3. Select View Map. 4. Select a location on the track. 5. Select the information bar on the top of the screen. 6. Select . 7. Select OK. Changing the Track Color 1. Select > Track Manager. 2. Select a track. 3. Select Set Color. 4. Select a color. 14 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    Manager. 2. Select a track. 3. Select Delete > Yes. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks Adventures Group related items together as . 3. Select an item. 4. Select Use. 5. Repeat steps 2-4. Reviewing and Editing an Adventure 1. Select > Adventures. 2. Select an adventure.
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    a magenta line. 3. Navigate using the map (page 17) or compass (page 19). Marking and Starting Navigation to a Man Overboard Location You can save a man overboard (MOB) location, and automatically start navigation back to it. 1. Select > Man Overboard > Start. 16 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    options: • Drag the map to view different areas. • Select + and - to zoom in and out of the map. • Select a location on the map, and select the information bar at the top of the screen to view information about the selected location (represented by a pin). Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 17
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    stereo headphone jack. 3. Use the map to navigate to the destination. 4. Listen to the voice prompts. Note: If nothing is connected to the headphone jack, audio tones will replace the voice prompts. 5. Follow the turns in the text bar along the top of the map. 18 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    such as cars, buildings, or overhead power lines. You should calibrate the compass after moving long distances, experiencing temperature changes, or changing the batteries. Navigation 1. Select Compass > > Calibrate Compass > Start. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Navigating with the Bearing
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    Pointer Before you can navigate with the course pointer, you must change the pointer setting to Course (CDI) (page 40). 1. Begin navigation to a destination (page 16). 2. Select Compass. 3. Use the course pointer to navigate to the destination (page 20). 20 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    for an elapsed time. To customize the elevation plot, see page 40 Navigation Resetting the Elevation Plot Select > Elevation Plot > > Reset > Clear Current Track > Yes. Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter You can manually Follow the on-screen instructions. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 21
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    statistics. To customize the trip computer, see page 33. Resetting the Trip Data For accurate information, reset the trip information before beginning a trip. Select > Trip Computer > > Reset Trip Data > Yes. All of the trip computer values are set to zero. 22 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    take photos with the Montana 650 and 650t. When you take a photo, the geographic location is automatically saved in the photo information. You can navigate to the location like Slideshow 1. Select > Photo Viewer. 2. Select a photo. 3. Select > View Slideshow. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 23
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    (page 19). Uploading and Downloading Photos from Garmin Connect 1. Connect your device to a computer (page 49). 2. Go to http://my.garmin.com. 3. If necessary, create an account. 4. Sign in. 5. Follow the on-screen directions to upload or download photos. 24 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    Creating and Saving a Geocache Filter You can create and save custom filters for geocaches based on specific factors you select. After you set up the filter, you can apply it in the geocaches list. 1. Select > Setup > Geocaching > Filter Setup > Create Filter. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 25
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    to find a geocache, you can log your results. 1. Select > Geocaching > Log Attempt. 2. Select Found, Did Not Find, or Needs Repair. 3. Select an option: • To begin navigation to a geocache nearest you, select Find Next Closest. 26 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    programming a chirp, see the chirp Owner's Manual at www.garmin.com. Geocaches Enable chirp Searching 1. Select > Setup > Geocaching. 2. Select chirp™ Searching > On. Finding a Geocache with a chirp 1. Select > Geocaching > Show chirp™ Details. 2. Begin navigating to a geocache (page 26). When
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    geocaches, routes, and tracks. Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly Before you can share data wirelessly, you must be within 10 feet (3 m) of a compatible Garmin device. 1. Select > Share Wirelessly. 2. Select Send or Receive. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    and a scientific calculator. 1. Select > Calculator. 2. Complete an action: • Use the standard calculator. • Select > Scientific to use the scientific calculator functions. • Select > Degrees to calculate degrees. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 29
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    device turns on and sounds the alarm. Starting the Countdown Timer 1. Select > Alarm Clock > > Timer. 2. Select + and - to set the time. 3. Select Start Timer. 30 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    and to the signal strength bar of that satellite. Turning Off GPS Select > Satellite > With GPS Off. Applications > Use Simulating a Location 1. Select > Satellite > > Use With GPS Off. 2. Select > Set Location On Map. 3. Select a location. 4. Select Use. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 31
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    Your Device Customizing Your Device Customizing the Main Menu and the Application Drawer • Select and drag any icon on the main menu or application a shortcut. 1. Select > Shortcuts. 2. Select the shortcut. 3. Select Add to Menu. 4. Select Main Menu or Drawer. 32 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    , see page 54. Customizing Dashboards 1. Open the page for which you want to customize the dashboard. 2. Select an option: • From the map, select > Setup Map > Dashboard. • From the compass or trip computer, select > Change Dashboard. 3. Select a dashboard. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 33
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    Mode (GPS off). For information about WAAS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS /waas.html. • Text Language-sets the text language on the device. note: Changing the text language does not change the language of user-entered data or map data, such as street names. 34 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    (page 4). This setting is disabled when the lithium-ion battery pack is installed. Display Settings Select > Setup > Display. • Backlight Timeout-adjusts the length of time before the backlight turns off. Note: To adjust the backlight brightness, see page 6. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 35
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    the battery life. • Calibrate Screen-page 36. Calibrating the Touchscreen The screen does not normally require calibration. However, if the screen does not seem to be responding properly, calibrate the touchscreen. 1. Select > Setup > Display > Calibrate Screen. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions
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    the map. ◦◦ Auto Zoom-automatically selects the appropriate zoom level for optimal use on your map. When Off is selected, you must zoom in or out manually. ◦◦ Zoom Levels-selects the zoom level for map items. ◦◦ Text Size-selects the text size for map items. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 37
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    purchase additional maps, see page 10. • Map Speed-adjusts the speed at which the map is drawn. Camera Settings Select > Setup > Camera. • Photo Resolution-changes the resolution of the photos you will take. • Save Photos To-allows you to select the storage location. • Camera Instructions-displays
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    zone automatically based on your GPS position. Position Format Settings Note: Do not change the position format or the map datum coordinate system unless you are using a map or chart that specifies a different position format. Select > Setup > Position Format. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 39
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    Map Datum-sets the coordinate system on which the map is structured. • Map Spheroid-shows the coordinate system the device is using. The default coordinate system is WGS 84. Heading Settings You can customize electronic compass to a GPS compass when you are traveling Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    only change due to weather. • Pressure Trending ◦◦ Save When Power On- records pressure data only when the device is turned on 15 minutes, even when the device is turned off. Customizing Your Device • Plot Type ◦◦ Elevation/Time-records elevation or codes. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 41
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    Customizing Your Device • Found Geocaches-allows you to edit the number of geocaches found. This number automatically increases as you log a find (page 26). • chirp™ Searching-page 27. • Program chirp™-programs the chirp accessory. See the chirp Owner's Manual at www.garmin ◦◦ Manual-allows you map,
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    you to set the appearance of marine navigation aids on the map. Customizing Your Device • Marine Alarm Setup ◦◦ Anchor Drag Alarm Marine Alarms 1. Select > Setup > Marine > Marine Alarm Setup. 2. Select an alarm type. 3. Select On. 4. Enter a distance. 5. Select . Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    Customizing Your Device Fitness For more information on optional fitness accessories, see page 52. Defaults. Restoring Specific Page Settings You can restore the settings for the map, compass, and trip computer. 1. Open the page for which you > Yes. 44 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    -screen instructions. note: Updating the software does not erase any of your data or settings. Viewing Device Information You can view the unit ID, software version, and license agreement. Select > Setup > About. Device Information Specifications Water resistance Battery type Battery life Fully
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    in a location above 131°F (55°C), the battery will automatically discharge to prolong the lifetime of the battery. Maximizing Battery Life You can do various things to increase the battery life. • Exit the camera application when you are not taking photos. 46 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    timeout (page 7). • Enable battery save mode (page 36). • Set the Map Speed to Normal (page 38 Screen 1. Dampen a soft, clean, lint-free cloth with water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass lens cleaner. 2. Wipe the screen with the cloth. 3. Thoroughly dry the screen. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    or NT. It is also not compatible with Mac® OS 10.3 and earlier. File Types The device supports these file types. • Files from BaseCamp™ or HomePort™ Go to www.garmin.com. • GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader • JPEG photo files • GPX geocache files 48 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    Memory cards can be used for additional storage. Also, some maps are available preloaded on memory cards. Go to http://buy.garmin.com for more information. 1. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the cover. 2. Remove the batteries or battery. 3. Slide the card holder ➊ toward the
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    the USB cable into the mini-USB port. Your device and memory card (optional) appear as removable drives in My Computer on Windows computers and as mounted volumes on Select Edit > Copy. 4. Open the "Garmin" or memory card drive/volume. 5. Select Edit > Paste. 50 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    folders entitled "Garmin." Before you can delete files, you must connect Cable 1. Complete an action: • For Windows computers, click the eject icon in your system tray. • For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the Trash . 2. Disconnect the device from your computer. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    power cable and either a suction cup mount or a friction mount. When used with City Navigator maps, voice prompts are sounded through the speakers on the mount. The auto mounts are not waterproof. Optional Maps You can purchase additional maps, such as BirdsEye™ satellite imagery, Garmin custom
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    occurs automatically when you turn on the Garmin device and only takes a few seconds when the accessories are activated and functioning correctly. • When paired, your Garmin device receives data from only your accessory, and you can go near other accessories. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 53
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    current pressure. Battery Level The remaining battery power. Data Field Description Bearing The direction from your current location to a destination. Cadence (cadence accessory required) minute. Descent - Total The total elevation distance descended. 54 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    Dest. GPS Signal GPS signal. The direction you are moving. Your heart rate in beats per minute (bpm). Displays the current position in the default position format regardless of the selected settings. Displays the current position in the selected position format. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    The time of sunrise based on your GPS position. Sunset The time of sunset based on your GPS position. Temperature - The temperature of Water the water. Requires a connection to a NMEA 0183 temperature-capable device to acquire data (page 52). 56 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    to The measurement Dest. of your rate of ascent or descent to a predetermined altitude. Vertical Speed Your rate of altitude gain or loss over time. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 57
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    Appendix Data Field Waypoint at Dest. Waypoint at Next Description The last point on a route to your destination. The next point on your route. 58 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    My battery gauge does 1. Leave the device on until the battery runs out. not seem accurate. 2. Fully charge the battery without interrupting the charge cycle (page 3). The batteries do not To learn how to maximize the battery life, see page 46. last long. Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual 59
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    operating system to learn how to assign drive letters. I need replacement Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin parts or accessories. dealer. I want to buy an Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin external GPS antenna. dealer. 60 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    46 long term storage 47 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual Index maximizing life 46 buttons, on-screen 5-6 C calculator 29 calendar 30 calibrating altimeter 21 compass 19 camera 1, 23 settings 38 caring for the device 47 long-term storage 47 chirp 27 City Navigator maps 18 compass 19
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    26 navigating to 26 settings 41 GPS signals 4, 31, 34, 54, 55, 59 turning off 31 H heading settings 40 headphone jack 1, 18 HomePort 48 hunting times 30 L language 34, 35 voice 35 lithium-ion battery pack. See also batteries charging 3 installing 2 removing 3 Montana 600 Series Owner
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    screen 5 M main menu 5 customizing 32 man overboard 16 map 17 datum 40 detail 38 information 38 restore 44 setup 38 viewing routes 12 maps, optional 52 marine settings 43 measuring area 29 microSD card slot 1 mini-USB port 1 MOB 16 moon phase 30 mounts, optional 52 N navigating
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    the screen 5, 6 updating software 45 USB cable 60 connecting 49 disconnecting 51 V voice language 35 volume 7 W walking routes 42 waypoints 8-9 averaging 9 creating 8 deleting 8 editing 8 navigating to 16 projecting 9 Where To? 10 Z zoom 37 Montana 600 Series Owner's Manual
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    East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Liberty House, Hounsdown Business Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 9LR UK Garmin Corporation No. 68, Zhangshu 2nd Road, Xizhi Dist., New Taipei City, 221, Taiwan (R.O.C.) www.garmin.com April 2011 190-01330-00 Rev. A Printed
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montana
™
600 series
owner’s manual
for use with models 600, 650, 650t