Garmin Oregon 650 Owner's Manual - Page 17

Device Information Battery Information WARNING The temperature rating for the device may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at high temperatures. Do not use a sharp object to remove batteries. CAUTION Contact your local waste disposal department to properly recycle the batteries. NOTICE Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity as the temperature decreases. Therefore, use lithium batteries when operating the device in below freezing conditions. Maximizing the Battery Life You can do several things to extend the life of the batteries. • Reduce the backlight brightness (page 9). • Reduce the backlight timeout (page 10). • Use battery save mode (page 13). • Decrease the map drawing speed (page 11). • Exit the camera application when you are not taking photos. Turning On Battery Save Mode You can use battery save mode to prolong the battery life. Select Setup > Display > Battery Save > On. In battery save mode, the screen shuts off when the backlight times out. You can select to turn on the screen, and you can double tap to view the status page. Saving Energy While Charging the Device You can turn off the device display and all other features while charging. 1 Connect your device to an external power source. The remaining battery capacity appears. 2 Hold the power key for 4 to 5 seconds. The display turns off, and the device goes into a low power, battery charging mode. 3 Charge the device completely. Long-Term Storage When you do not plan to use the device for several months, remove the batteries. Stored data is not lost when batteries are removed. Device Care NOTICE Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent damage. Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touch screen, or damage may result. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic components. Secure the weather cap tightly to prevent damage to the miniUSB port. Cleaning the Device 1 Wipe the device with a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution. 2 Wipe it dry. Cleaning the Touchscreen 1 Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth. 2 If necessary, lightly dampen the cloth with water. 3 If using a dampened cloth, turn off the device and disconnect the device from power. 4 Gently wipe the screen with the cloth. Water Immersion NOTICE The device is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the device. After submersion, be certain to wipe dry and air dry the device before using or charging. Specifications Battery type NiMH battery pack or two AA batteries (NiMH, alkaline, or lithium) Battery life Up to 16 hours Water resistance Water resistant to IEC 60529 IPX7 Operating temperature From 5º to 158ºF (from -15º to 70ºC) range Charging temperature From 32º to 113°F (0º to 45°C) range Radio frequency/ protocol 2. 4 GHz ANT + wireless communications protocol Bluetooth enabled device Data Management NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows 95, 98, Me, Windows NT®, and Mac OS 10. 3 and earlier. File Types The handheld device supports these file types: • Files from BaseCamp or HomePort™. Go to www.garmin.com/ trip _ planning. • GPX track files. • GPX geocache files. Go to www.opencaching.com. • JPEG photo files. • GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader. Go to www.garmin.com/ products / poiloader. • FIT files for exporting to Garmin Connect. Installing a Memory Card You can install a microSD memory card for additional storage or pre-loaded maps. 1 Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the cover. 2 Remove the batteries or battery pack. 3 In the battery compartment, slide the card holder to the left À and lift up. Device Information 13