Garmin eTrex Venture Owner's Manual
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- Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 1
eTrexVentureTM personal navigator® owner's manual and reference guide - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 2
expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, person or organization of such changes or improvements. Garmin®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, and Personal Navigator® are registered trademarks, eTrex Venture™, and MapSource™ are trademarks of Garmin - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 3
Thank you for choosing the Garmin eTrex Venture. To get the most from your new eTrex Venture, 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, - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 4
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The eTrex Venture does not contain any user-service- able parts. Repairs should only be made by an autho- rized Garmin service - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 5
to air bag safety precautions contained in the vehicle owner's manual. Do not mount the eTrex Venture in a place where the driver or passengers are likely to impact it in an accident or collision. The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is not warranted against collision damage or the consequences - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 6
system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Although the eTrex Venture 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 - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 7
battery compartment before reuse. Introduction Maintenance BY USING THE ETREX VENTURE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. Software License Agreement Garmin grants you a limited license to use the - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 8
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 - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 9
44/1794.519944 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 Venture handy and connect to our website (www.garmin.com). Look for the Product Registration link on the Home Page. Serial Number - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 10
3 The Main Pages Main Page Basics 4 Satellite The Main Page 5 Options 6-7 Navigating Navigating with eTrex Venture 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 - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 11
to operating the eTrex Venture. 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 Venture's features and their - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 12
OUT buttons: • When on the Map Page, press to Zoom in and out. • When on the Satellite Page, press to adjust the screen contrast. The FIND button: • Press to access the Find Menu Installing the lanyard Carry Lanyard Slot 2 Battery Compartment Cover NOTE: The eTrex Venture is designed to be held - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 13
Getting Started Installing the Batteries The eTrex Venture operates on two "AA" batteries (not included), which are the battery manufacturer's instructions for proper care and disposal of used batteries. When using 'Battery Saver' or 'Use With GPS Off' mode when not navigating, Alkaline batter- ies - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 14
(4) Main Menu(5) All of the information you need to operate the eTrex Venture can be found on five main pages (or display screens). You can press and release the PAGE button to cycle through the Satellite Page, Map Page, Navigation Page, Trip Computer, and Main Menu Page. Option Menu Button Main - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 15
you when the unit is ready for navigation, and shows your location coordinates. The 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 fix. When enabled (the GPS - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 16
then press it in to display the Options Menu. 2. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the 'Use With GPS Off' option and then press it in to activate. The eTrex Venture stops tracking satellites and should not be used for navigation. However, the next time you turn the unit on, it returns to Normal - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 17
choose 'Use Map' a map page displays with instructions stating, "Point to your approximate location and press ENTER". Use the THUMB STICK to move the map pointer to your location on the map and press it in. The eTrex Venture relies on satellite signals to provide navigational guidance, so getting - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 18
Navigating Navigating with eTrex Venture A Goto A Track A Route When not navigating on a Goto, following a Track, or Route, your travel is indicated by the 'Pointer Icon' and a dotted line indicating your path. 8 Active Navigation is supported by three of the five Main Pages: the Map Page, - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 19
a higher level of detail than the basemap provided with the unit, because Garmin MapSource Points of Interest data has been downloaded to the unit from the mapping program on the optional CD-ROM. To allow you to view the map from different perspectives, the scale can be changed from 20 feet to 500 - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 20
map scale. In many instances the map displays an 'Accuracy Circle' surrounding the 'Position Icon'. The eTrex Venture uses both map resolution and GPS navigation information. More detailed map features as well as information about those features can be downloaded to the unit from an optional Garmin - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 21
of operating and custom features for your eTrex Venture. 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 - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 22
arrow location or displays the map item information page. An Options map item that you want to learn more about. 2. When the item's name is highlighted, press in the THUMB STICK to display the Information Page. 3. Use the THUMB STICK to highlight and press the 'Goto' button on the page to navigate - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 23
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 - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 24
both your current location and the next point to which you are navigating. Detail: Most, More, Normal, Less, or Least; controls 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 - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 25
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 THUMB - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 26
Data Fields are provided, and can be programmed to display a variety of navigation data. When you are not on an active Goto, Track or Route (in 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 - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 27
At the bottom of the page are two data fields that are user programmable with a choice of different data options: The Bearing Pointer and left) and displays the distance off course. Navigation Options Navigation Page Options Menu Navigation Page with Course Pointer and Course Deviation Indicator - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 28
the menu indicates a multi-page list of options.) To Setup the Navigation Page: 1. With the Navigation Page displayed, use the THUMB STICK to highlight the Options Menu button the Options Menu. It is possible on the Navigation Page to see your current position with two different position formats at the same - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 29
Trip Computer The Main Page Selectable Data Fields The Trip Computer Page displays up to eight different types of navigation data and are user programmable. Each data field is selectable and can contain one of many data information options. The default settings for these fields are shown in the - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 30
Trip Computer Options Trip Computer Page Reset Options Menu Useful when starting a new trip to clear old data. Trip Computer Page The Trip Computer provides a variety of data fields with read-outs of current information as you travel. The Option Menu for this page provides the following options: - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Trip Computer Page Data Fields The list of data field options with definitions is in Appendix C, pages 52-53. Bearing Course Current Destination Current Distance Current ETA Current ETE Elevation Final Destination Final Distance Final ETA Final ETE Heading Location (lat/lon) Location (selected) - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 32
the eTrex Venture's advanced features. From the Main Menu page you can mark and create new waypoints; find map items such as cities, Points of Interest, etc.; create routes; save tracks; setup system Setup Pages, select the Time Icon and then follow instructions for setting the time on page 41. 22 - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 33
eTrex Venture operation. Press the PAGE button repeatedly to cycle to the Main Menu or select it from the page list at the top of each main page. Mark Waypoint Page - Allows you to mark and store a waypoint for your current location or a map selection and system software information. Accessories - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 34
a new waypoint, press the PAGE button before pressing any other to cancel. To create a waypoint using the map panning arrow: 1. With the Pan Map feature active, move the panning arrow to the map item you want and highlight it. 2. Press in and release the THUMB STICK to display the item information - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 35
marks a waypoint of your current location. To create a waypoint by manually entering its coordinates (lat/lon): 1. Press in and hold the THUMB On the Waypoint Information Page, highlight and press the 'Map' on-screen button to display the map for the waypoint. 3. With the waypoint highlighted by the - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 36
new waypoint on a bearing and distance projected from that map item. To project a waypoint: 1. Select a map item from the Find Menu. 2. Highlight the Option ' and press the THUMB STICK to complete. Editing a Waypoint You can personalize a Waypoint by changing the Name field and Symbol field to make - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 37
FIND button to access the Find Menu. For some categories, there are two methods of listing. The "By Name" list contains every item in the map database for the selected category, while the "Nearest" list contains only those items that are near to your Current Location or the - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 38
guide you through the process of finding locations. Use them to construct a Route, establish a direct line of travel (Goto), or when gathering information. Finding a Waypoint Waypoints that you have created and stored in the eTrex Venture Select 'Map' to view the waypoint location on the map or select - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 39
the Information Page for that item. 3. With the Information Page displayed, you can select 'Goto' to create a direct line of travel to the item. Select 'Map' to view the waypoint location or select 'OK'. 4. Use the page Options Menu to add the item to an existing route, project a new waypoint from - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 40
, you must have transferred a MapSource Points of Interest map to the eTrex Venture's map database otherwise this option displays grayed out and is not Services * Some items on the above list may not appear unless those particular Points of Interest have been downloaded into the eTrex Venture GPS - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 41
You can then use the onscreen buttons to 'Goto' or view the location on the 'Map'; or use the Options Menu for more choices. To find a point of interest: that item. 7. Use the on-screen buttons to 'Goto' or view on the 'Map'. 8. Use the page Options Menu to add to favorites, add to route, project a - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 42
you have accessed the Information Page for an item, use the Goto button at the bottom of the page to initiate travel to a map item using the Map and Navigation Pages for guidance. To activate a Goto: 1. Use the Find Menu to access the Information Page for any desired destination and use the THUMB - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 43
Main Menu Creating and Using a Route Route navigation allows you to create a sequence of intermediate waypoints which lead you to your final destination. The eTrex Venture stores 20 routes, each with up to 50 waypoints. A route can be created and modified from the Route Page, and waypoints can be - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 44
Main Menu Routes Options A Route Options Menu Routes List With Two Copied Routes Copied Routes have a '1' Suffix Delete Route Prompt Editing a Route To remove all waypoints: 1. Select the Route Page options button and press the THUMB STICK in to access the Options Menu. 2. Highlight the 'Remove All - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 45
a waypoint: 1. Select the waypoint from the Route Waypoints List and press the THUMB STICK in to access the Options Menu for the waypoint. 2. Highlight 'Review' and then press in on the THUMB STICK to display the Information Page. 3. Highlight the on-screen 'OK' button and then press in on the - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 46
for the new waypoint. Press the on-screen 'OK' button to return to the map page and then press it again to place the new waypoint. To add a route waypoint within a route: 1. Follow steps 1 and 2 in the previous instruction. 2. Use the THUMB STICK to move the panning arrow to a route line. When - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 47
the new waypoint, then press it again after returning to the Route Map. To review or remove a route waypoint: 1. Select the Route from the Routes List view the next waypoint. Navigating a Route A Route can be navigated using the Map Page or the Navigation Page. The Map Page displays your movement, - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 48
icon indicating your current location. 4. Begin moving, watching directional information on the Navigation Page or progress on the Map Page. To stop navigation: 1. Highlight the 'Stop Navigation' option on either the Navigation or Map page or select the 'Stop' button on the Route Page. Data Fields - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 49
an electronic bread crumb trail on the Map Page as you travel along. This bread crumb trail is the 'Track Log'. The Track Log contains information about points along its path, including time, and position. The eTrex Venture uses this information to allow you to navigate using the saved track. The - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 50
options. Highlight the desired option ('To Beginning' or 'To End') and then press in on the THUMB STICK to enable. Access the Map Page or the Navigation Page to navigate the Track. To use Track Log Setup options: 1. Highlight the Tracks Page Options Menu button at the top of the page and press - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 51
Setup Menu The Setup Pages allow you to customize your eTrex Venture to your personal preferences. You can choose time settings, units of measure, display backlighting and contrast settings, heading measurement, interface options and system operating mode. By highlighting the icons on the Setup Menu - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 52
map. If you are comparing GPS coordinates to a paper map, chart, or other reference, the map datum in this field must match the horizontal map datum used to generate the map the map, selecting the one that provides the best positioning at a known point. If necessary, you also may choose the 'User' - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 53
variation. Display - Allows you to choose from Cardinal Letters, Degrees or Mils. North Reference - You can choose from True, Magnetic, Grid or User options. If 'User' is chosen, you must correct for the Magnetic Variation. To select either option: 1. Highlight the field and then press in on the - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 54
to control a Garmin differential beacon receiver (e.g. GBR 21 & GBR 23) directly from your unit. Tuning is automatic with 'Scan' or you can enter the beacon frequency and bit rate when you select 'User' from the Beacon list to manually tune the receiver. Refer to the beacon receiver instructions. To - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 55
updating and the 'Use With GPS Off' option stops satellite signal reception altogether. The 'Demo Mode' simulates navigation the percentage but normally will not cause any problems. The 'Memory Used' does not refl of unit operating software and the Unit I.D. Number. To adjust System Page options: 1. - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 56
on the THUMB STICK to activate. If you choose 'Current Location' the field values displayed on the page displays your location. If you choose 'Use Map', a map page displays. Use the map pointer to identify the desired location and then press in on the THUMB STICK. If you choose 'Use Find Menu' follow - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 57
Calendar This feature provides you with a monthly calendar with programmable reference notes dates. You can display one monthly calendar of days at a time and mark days on each with reference notes using the data entry keypad. You can create reference notes for multiple months and for months in - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 58
reflects the times at your current location. 3. If you choose 'Use Map', a map page displays. Use the map pointer to identify the desired location and then press in on the THUMB STICK. If you choose 'Use Find Menu' follow instructions for using the Find Menu on page 27. NOTE: The times displayed are - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 59
, and square miles. To calculate the area: 1. With the eTrex Venture "Ready to Navigate", press 'Start' when you are ready to begin. 2. Begin saved track. To review the area of a saved track: 1. On the Tracks page, highlight a Saved Track and press in on the THUMB STICK to see a map with the area - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 60
degradation to 100m 2DRMS under the U.S. DoD-imposed Selective Availability program. 2With optional Garmin Differential Beacon Receiver Input (such as Garmin GBR 21 or 23). 3The temperature rating for the eTrex Venture may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 61
mounted on bicycle handle bars. (Shown at right) MapSource™ Map Data CD-ROMs: An excellent tool for creating waypoints and routes on your PC using a background map and downloading them to your eTrex Venture. See your Garmin dealer for MapSource details. Owner's Manual or Quick Start Guide (Included - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 62
Definitions The following data field options are available on the Map, Navigation, and Trip Computer Main Pages. Bearing - The direction from your direction. Location (lat/lon) - Your current GPS position. Location (selected) - The lat/lon of point defined on map. Maximum Speed - The maximum second-by- - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 63
Appendix C Data Field Definitions To Course - The compass direction you must go in order to get back to the original course. Trip Odometer - A running tally of distance travelled since last reset. Trip Time - Moving - Total time the unit has been moving since the last reset of the trip timers. Trip - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 64
-232 serial port connector supplied with this unit. Follow detailed instructions for data transfer in the MapSource User's Manual. Transferring Map Data: You can transfer detailed map data to the eTrex Venture from a Garmin MapSource CD-ROM. The eTrex Venture can accept up to 1 MB of POI data from - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Appendix E To resolve problems that cannot be remedied using this guide, contact Garmin Customer Service at: 913-397-8200 or 800-800-1020 Symptom Probable Cause Troubleshooting Guide Remedy Unit does not turn on. Batteries are exhausted. Replace batteries. Unit does not turn ON, even with - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 66
/or a second GPS receiver. The NMEA 0183 version 3.0 interface format is supported by the eTrex Venture and enables the unit to drive up to three NMEA devices. NMEA 0183 Version 3.0 Approved Sentences: GPGGA, GPGLL, GPGSA, GPGSV, GPRMB, GPRMC, GPRTE, GPVTG, GPWPL, GPBOD Garmin Proprietary Sentences - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Mounting Receiver Map 36 On screen 20, 25, 26, 31 Options Menu 4 Page 4, 12, 15, 23-25, 32, 41 Power 3, 45 Zoom In/Out 3, 9, 10 Button Location Find 2 Index Button Location (continued) Page 2 Power 2 THUMB STICK 2 Zoom In/Out 2 C Calendar 47 Cancel Goto 32 Carrying Case 51 Carrying Holster 51 Carry - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 68
18, 21 Detail, Map 14 Differential GPS (DGPS) 56 Display Garmin DGPS 44 Limited Warranty vi, vii Proprietary Sentences 56 Getting Started 1 Global Positioning System (GPS) 3, 5, 45, 50, 56 Goto Cancelling (Stop Navigation) 11, 13, 32, 38 Functions 8, 12, 29, 32 Line 14 H Handlebar Mounting - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 69
M review the area of a saved track 49 save a Track Log 40 Maintenance v save Find Menu item as waypoints 27 Main Menu Page 4 save Map Menu item as waypoints 27 Main Pages select a map page option 11 Main Menu 22 select a serial data format 44 Map 9 select data field options 38 Navigation - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 70
14, 18, 21, 52 Moving a Waypoint 25, 36 N National Imagery and Mapping Agency 42 Navigation About 4, 8, 17 Data Fields 18 Main Page 16, 52 Options 18 Route 8, iii, iv Product Registration vii Projecting a Waypoint 26 R Receiver Status 5-7, 45 Renaming a Waypoint 24-26 Replacement Battery Cover - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 71
14 Page 23 Track Up 6, 14 Transferring Map Data 54 Trip Computer 4, 8, 19-21 Trip Odometer 14, 18, 21, 53 Trip Time Moving 14, 18, 21, 53 Stopped 14, 18, 21, 53 Total 14, 18, 21, 53 Troubleshooting 55 Turn 14, 18, 21, 53 Turning GPS Receiver "off" 6 U Units Page 42 Unit I.D. Number 45 - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 72
Index Using (continued) Map Page 9-10 Route 33 Track Log 39-40 UTM 21 V Velocity vi-vii Water Immersion v Waypoints 24-27 WGS84 (World Geodetic Survey 1984) 42 Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) 1, 45 Wiring Diagram 56 www.GARMIN.com vii www.nima.mil 42 Y Yards 42 Z ZOOM IN 9, 10 ZOOM IN button 2 - Garmin eTrex Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 73
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For the latest free software updates throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin web site at www.garmin.com. © Copyright 2001-2002 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 E 151st Street, Olathe, KS 66062 U.S.A. Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Unit 5, The Quadrangle,
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