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    eTrex® Vista Cx hiking companion owner's manual
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    organization of such changes or improvements. Visit the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of this and other Garmin products. Garmin®, eTrex®, AutoLocate®, TracBack®, BlueChart®, and MapSource® are registered trademarks
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    INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Garmin® eTrex® Vista Cx. The eTrex Vista Cx uses the proven performance of Garmin GPS and full-featured mapping to create an unsurpassed portable GPS receiver. Take a moment now to compare the contents of this package with the packing list on the box. If any
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    Manual i Manual Conventions i Software License Agreement v Product Registration v Contact Garmin v Caring for the Vista Cx vi Cleaning the Case vi Cleaning the Screen vi Storage vi Water Immersion vi Warning vii Caution viii Getting Started 1 Unit Overview 1 Installing the Batteries
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    Options 41 Guidance Text 42 Setting up the Map Page 43 Measuring Distance 46 Turning Declutter On or Off 47 Restoring Defaults 47 Compass Page 48 Using the Electronic Compass 49 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual INTRODUCTION > ABOUT THIS MANUAL Compass Page Options 51 Sight 'N Go Navigation
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    Power 88 Optional Accessories 89 Connecting Your Vista Cx to a Computer ...... 92 What Is WAAS/EGNOS 93 Map Datums and Location Formats 94 What Are Map Datums 94 What Is a Location Format 94 Loran TD Setup 95 FCC Compliance 96 Limited Warranty 97 Index 99 iv eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    or needs service. Be sure to keep your original sales receipt in a safe place or attach a photocopy inside this manual. Serial Number Contact Garmin If you should encounter any difficulty while using your eTrex Vista Cx, or if you have any questions, in the U.S.A. contact Garmin Product Support by
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    without the need for external power. It is always a good practice to back up important user data by manually recording it or downloading it to a PC (transferring it to MapSource software). Water Immersion The Vista Cx is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of
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    carefully compare information displayed on the eTrex Vista Cx to all available navigation sources, including information from visual sightings, and maps. For safety, always resolve any information, please refer to our Web site at http://www.garmin.com/prop65. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual vii
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    accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment, including the eTrex Vista Cx. Although the eTrex Vista Cx is a precision navigation device, any navigation device can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe. Map Data Information: One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers
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    a Belt Clip accessory for convenient access when hiking or walking. • Accepts the Auxiliary Mount Adapter accessory supplied with the unit. (Refer to page 89 for accessory listings.) Color LCD display Battery compartment locking D-Ring Carry Lanyard attachment slots eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    is not lost when batteries are removed. 2 Optional Belt Clip (attaches to belt or waistband) Belt Clip Knob (attaches to back of unit) Lanyard installation Auxiliary Mount Adapter (Do not discard. This adapter attaches to the unit for connection to mounting kits.) eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    Find Menu. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual GETTING STARTED > KEY FUNCTIONS N Vista Cx "Thumb Stick" Enter/Rocker key (Press down to Enter - move to the side or up or down to scroll, highlight fields or pan the map) • Rock to adjust backlighting, or to view time, date, and battery capacity. 3
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    , or press down to decrease. 3. Press Enter or the Quit key to close the backlight adjustment window. Welcome Page Satellite Page 4 Backlight Adjustment Slider See page 68 for information about changing the display colors and backlight timeout and brightness levels. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    page changes to indicate position accuracy and location coordinates. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual GETTING STARTED > INITIALIZING THE GPS RECEIVER 3. Press and release the Quit key until the Map Page appears. You are now ready to begin GPS-aided navigation. You can also observe a sky-view array
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    instructions will tell you to do so. When a field is highlighted on the screen, it is highlighted in yellow. The position of the highlight is controlled by the Rocker. The following terms are used throughout this manual Defaults. Highlighted field Field On-screen buttons eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual GETTING STARTED > USING THE VISTA CX The Status Bar and Date and Time The status bar and Date/Time Window Menu and the Status Bar - Date and Time Window. The Battery Power icon ( ) shows the remaining power as the battery is depleted. The external power icon ( ) is
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    data from a PC to the microSD card when installed in the Vista Cx. You can purchase additional microSD cards at your local electronics supplier. See the Garmin Web site (http://www.garmin.com/cartography/) for compatible MapSource products and pre-loaded microSD cards. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    PC and to the miniUSB port on the back of the unit. 3. Follow instructions for selecting and downloading maps provided with the MapSource map data disk. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual microSD card location Battery compartment with cover removed PUSH TO EJECT USB port weather cover Accessing the
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    , highlight the appropriate field, and press Enter to open the on-screen keypad. After entering and confirming your changes, highlight OK, and press Enter. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    map item. 3. Highlight Save, and press Enter. If the map item selected contains no information, a "No map information at this point. Do you want to create a user eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual BASIC OPERATION > CREATING AND USING WAYPOINTS Creating a Waypoint Using Coordinates You can manually enter
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    BASIC OPERATION > CREATING AND USING WAYPOINTS Manually enter waypoint coordinates. 4. Press Quit to exit. Editing Waypoints You can edit waypoints to change the symbol Enter. A confirmation message appears. 5. Highlight Yes, and press Enter to delete the waypoint. 12 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    Enter. The Waypoint Page opens. 3. Highlight the Map button, and press Enter to show the waypoint on the map. 4. Press Enter again to place a MOVE a more accurate location. NOTE: You must have a GPS satellite fix before you can average a waypoint's location. You eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 13
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    waypoint in the appropriate fields at the bottom of the page, and press the Quit key when finished. Project Waypoint Projected Waypoint on Page the Map eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    open the Find Menu. 4. Select a waypoint from the Waypoints List or from any other group of map points, and press Enter to open the information page for the item. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual BASIC OPERATION > CREATING AND USING WAYPOINTS 5. With the Use button highlighted, press Enter to add the
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    data Cities Options Menu When you access a Find group list, it contains only those items near your current location or the pointer (if active). 16 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    in the Find list, and press Enter. The item's information page opens, allowing you to save the item as a waypoint, show the item on the map, or automatically create a route to the item (Go To). eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 17
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    press Enter: • Average Location-sample a waypoint location over time and average the result for a more accurate location reference. See page 13 for more information. 18 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    this item location. See page 83 for more information. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual BASIC OPERATION > USING THE FIND MENU • Map Information-show the map from which the map item originated. See page 92 for information about downloading detailed maps. To find an item near another item: 1. Press and
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    Vista Cx or downloaded from your computer. A geocache location is a waypoint with a special geocache symbol assigned to give special significance and to allow it to be separated from others on the waypoints list. For more information about creating a geocache point, see eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    , log an entry into the calendar, and provide an option that, when activated, shows the nearest cache. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual BASIC OPERATION > USING THE FIND MENU Geocache icon Find Geocache List Use the Found button when you reach a geocache. Use the Data button for information about
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    the Find Menu to find any city listed in the mapping database (either in the basemap or from downloaded detailed mapping data). To find a city: 1. Press and hold available services near the exit, and the distance and bearing from the exit to the highlighted service. 22 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    service. Exits list Available services BASIC OPERATION > USING THE FIND MENU To find an address: 1. Press and hold the Find key to open the Find Menu. Exits icon Finding an Address If you downloaded detailed mapping reduce the possible number of address matches. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 23
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    the Find feature locates the intersection by matching that data with the map database. To find an intersection: 1. Press and hold the press Enter to open the Intersections Page. 3. If your unit has a GPS fix, the field is populated with your current region. . eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    for a Point of Interest If you downloaded MapSource detailed mapping, you can use the All Points of Interest icon on the Find Menu to locate a nearby restaurant, lodging, landmark, public building, and so on. Narrow your search criteria using the Options Menu. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 25
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    track log" on the Map Page as you travel. Garmin web site: www.garmin.com/products/ poiloader/. Follow the instructions for use on the web. 26 List of saved tracks Percentage of memory used Tracks Page To clear the track log: 1. Press Menu twice to open the Main Menu. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    log records over the oldest data with new data. • Record Method-Distance records track points after a specified distance is traveled. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual BASIC OPERATION > USING TRACKS Time creates track points after a specified time has elapsed. Auto allows you choose from five intervals
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    rename the track, view the track distance and calculated area, and specify a color for the track on the Map Page. Track distance Track color Track name Calculated area Saved Track Page 28 To save a portion of the , and press ENTER to display the Data Card setup page. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    the track logs using Garmin MapSource or another .gpx file-compatible application. 4. To delete these track logs from the microSD card, highlight individual logs, and then press ENTER. Use the Delete All button to clear the entire list. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual BASIC OPERATION > USING TRACKS
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    the End point are shown at the bottom. 3. At any point along the profile, you can press Enter to show that point on the map. 4. Press Menu to use Zoom Ranges and Hide Symbols options. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    Track Data option menu appears when you select Profile. Refer to the Garmin web site for more information about MapSource U.S. Topo 24K maps. Navigating a Saved Track You can save your track log to use destination. 5. To exit, press Menu, and select Stop Navigation. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 31
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    on the map, use the Rocker to move the pointer on the track point that you want to mark as a user waypoint. 2. Press and hold the Enter key to open the Mark Waypoint Page. 3. Customize the user waypoint, highlight to open the Find Menu. Routes icon Setting up a route eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    the Navigate button on a Route Page, the Vista Cx creates a route composed of several user waypoints or Find Menu items, with the last roadways (either those in the basemap or from downloaded detail mapping) to automatically calculate a route to your destination. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 33
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    Highlight the Navigate button, and press Enter to begin navigation and show the route on the Map Page. Route Page Route on the Map Page 3. To view the list of turns on the route, press the Quit key to close the Turn Preview Page and return to the Active Route Page. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    at the top of the Route Page, and press Enter. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual BASIC OPERATION > CREATING AND USING ROUTES 5. Use the Rocker to operate the onscreen keypad and edit the route name. Enter a new route name. Route Page To review individual route points: 1. Press the Menu key twice to
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    creates a vertical profile of the route. NOTE: This option is available only if you are using Garmin MapSource U.S. Topo 24K map data. • Copy Route-makes a copy of the saved route with the same name, but followed -restores route settings to the factory default settings. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    contains the setup options and functions that apply to the page. To view the Options Menu for a page, press the Menu key. Map Page Compass Page Altimeter Page Main Menu No Options Map Page Options Menu Compass Page Options Menu Altimeter Page Options Menu eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 37
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    /Single Color-indicates whether each satellite appears as a different color or the same color. • New Location-use if you have moved the unit more than 600 miles and you are having trouble locking onto satellite signals. • GPS Elevation-shows your current elevation. 38 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    to the top of the page to provide a variety of travel and navigational information. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN PAGES > MAP PAGE To show data fields on the Map Page: 1. Press the Menu key to open the Map Page Options Menu. 2. Highlight Data Field, and press Enter. The Show sub-menu appears
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    To review map information: 1. On the Map Page, press the Menu key. 2. Highlight Setup Map, and press Enter. 3. Use the Rocker to select the Map Setup- information page. The list of maps stored in the unit appears. A check mark indicates the map is shown on the Map Page. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    the zoom range. When using MapSource maps, "mapsource" appears below the scale. Map ranges eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN PAGES >MAP PAGE Map Orientation There are two map orientation options: North Up orients the map like a paper map. Track Up orients the map in the direction of travel. When
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    the Show sub-menu so you can select the number of data fields to show at the top of the Map Page: Map Only, 2, 3, or 4 fields. • Change Data Fields-allows you to select the type of data you guidance message appears until you select Stop Navigation from the Options Menu. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    • Below-sets the map scale at which the Track Up feature displays. All scales above that revert to the North Up map orientation. • Auto Zoom-zooms the map scale to include the beginning and ending points of a route. • Detail-selects the degree of map detail shown. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 43
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    the map. • Track Log-sets the maximum zoom range at which active track logs are shown. • Track Points-sets the maximum number of track points used to record a track. • Go To Line-selects either a bearing or course line for navigating a track. 44 Map Setup - Points Page eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    Page eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual Map Setup - Marine Page • Marine Colors-toggles marine colors on or off on the Map Page. • Spot Soundings-toggles spot soundings on or off on the Map Page • Light Sectors-select from On, Off, and Auto • Symbol Set-select the symbol set to use (Auto, GARMIN, NOAA
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    to the point you want to measure to. The distance between the two points is shown in the upper-right corner of the Map Page. 5. Press Quit to cancel. Push pin indicating the beginning point of the measurement Measured distance End point of measurement labeled REF 46 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    Map with declutter Map with declutter off on To turn declutter on or off: 1. Press the Menu key to open the Map Page Options menu. 2. Highlight Turn Declutter On, and press Enter. OR To turn Declutter off, press Menu, select Turn Declutter Off, and press Enter. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    MAIN PAGES > COMPASS PAGE Compass Page During active navigation, the Compass Page guides you to your destination with a graphic compass display and a bearing or course pointer The bearing pointer always indicates the direction of your destination. Bearing Pointer eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    uses the GPS receiver when you are moving, but only when you are moving. When stationary or moving slowly you must use the electronic compass for headings. You can customize the criteria for switching between the electronic compass and the GPS. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN PAGES > COMPASS
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    options list. Calibrating the Electronic Compass When you first use the Vista Cx or after you install new batteries, you have to calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. The accuracy of Progress Page If a "Calibration Failed" message appears, repeat the process. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    you want to show in the data fields. • Calibrate Compass-accesses the compass Calibration Page. • Restore Defaults-returns to factory settings. Compass Page Options Menu eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 51
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    as a guide. OR Highlight Map Page and begin navigation to the projected waypoint. The Compass Page shows a bearing pointer for guidance. To stop navigation: 1. Press Menu to open the Map Page Options Menu. 2. Highlight Stop Navigation, and press Enter to stop navigating eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    line) provides graphic indication of drift (right or left) according to the scale shown at the edge of the compass ring. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN PAGES > COMPASS PAGE The bearing pointer always indicates the direction to your destination from your current location. Move to the right
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    Show sub-menu appears. 3. Select the number of data fields you want to show on the Compass Page (three or four), and press Enter. 54 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    shows the current elevation and your current rate of ascent or descent when moving. It can also show the ambient pressure and time of measurement. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 55
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    as selected from the Altimeter Page Options Menu. Data fields at the top of the page are user selectable and show a variety of recorded or current data. Altimeter Page Options Use the Altimeter Page option to determine time, distance, pressure, and elevation parameters. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    using the Elevation Plot Zoom Ranges explained on the pages that follow. 3. To clear the plot and start again, you must clear the Track Log. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 57
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    Range feature. 3. Press Enter to return to the Plot Page. Zoom ranges for Elevation over Distance plot Zoom ranges for Pressure over Time plot 58 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    plot View point for a pressure plot eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN PAGES > ALTIMETER PAGE To use the hairs move across the profile, the status window at the bottom of the page changes to show the altitude point on the map. The point is marked by the Map Pointer with location coordinates, the
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    all Ascent and Descent data, or only the Maximum Elevation. Elevation over Distance plot point on the Map Page Resetting Data You can reset the elevation data and the maximum elevation data by selecting these options by placing a check mark in the box next to the item. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    not know the elevation, select No to use the pressure option. If you do not know the pressure, select No to use the default GPS elevation. 4. Use the Rocker to enter the new elevation or pressure, then highlight OK and press Enter to return to the Altimeter Page. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 61
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    Data field options 4. Press up or down on the Rocker to highlight an option, and press Enter to place it in the data field. 62 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    . Selecting the type of data to display is done in the same manner as for the similar data fields on the Map Page. (See page 40 for details.) eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN PAGES > TRIP COMPUTER PAGE Trip Computer Page Options Menu The following options are available: Reset-because you want to
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    : If a page is added to the sequence, the icon for that page does not appear on the Main Menu. 64 Tracks Page Track Log Setup eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    field appears only when the Record Method is set to Distance or Time. • Color-sets the color for the track when it appears on the map. MAIN MENU > HIGHWAY PAGE Routes Page Use the Routes Page to create a route of selection is the same as for the Compass Page. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 65
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    pages for modifying the setup of System, Display, Tones, Page Sequence, Map Display, Routing Methods, Geocaching, Marine Features, Time, Units of Measure, Heading, Calibration, Altimeter, Welcome Page, and Jumpmaster. Each feature is explained on the pages that follow. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    • GPS-sets the unit to operate in Normal mode, Battery Saver mode, GPS Off, or Demo Mode. • WAAS- enables or disables WAAS (page 93). • Battery Type- selects the battery type you are using (Alkaline or NiMH). • Text Language-sets the unit's on-screen language. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 67
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    Setup Page to select a screen color scheme for day and night viewing. You can set the backlight timeout and the level of brightness to save on battery power. To access the Display Setup transfer of Track Log Data to Garmin MapSource and detailed map data transfer. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    the file and select Edit > Copy and open the drive identified with the Vista Cx. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN MENU > SETUP MENU NOTE: If you have several network drives mapped to your computer, Windows® may experience difficulty assigning a drive letter for your unit microSD card. Either log
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    the route is calculated. Follow Road-creates a route that overlays the roads shown on the map. Off Road-creates a direct line from your current location to your destination. This is useful when traveling outside of the detailed map coverage area or where no roads exist. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    routes that are shorter in distance but take more time to drive. • Next Turn Pop-up-turns the Next Turn popup window on or off. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN MENU > SETUP MENU Follow Road Options • Off Route Recalculation- sets whether the unit prompts you when it is recalculating your
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    geographic locations. See the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for details and how to download geocache locations from the Internet. NOTE: Before setting up and placing physical geocache stations on public or private Page, highlight the Time icon, and press Enter. 72 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    be using. For more information about selecting position formats and map datums, see page 94 in the Appendix. • Distance and Speed-sets the unit of measurement for speed and distance traveled. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN MENU > SETUP MENU • Elevation (Vert. Speed)-sets the unit of measurement
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    North Reference-provides headings based on True, Magnetic, Grid, or User north reference. • Switch to compass heading when below (for Enter to open the Compass Calibration Page. Follow the instructions on page 50. To calibrate the Altimeter: Select Altimeter GPS. 74 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    batteries or storing the unit with batteries for prolonged periods. Install fresh batteries when the "Battery highlight the Welcome Message icon, and press Enter. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN MENU > SETUP MENU To add a altitude release point (HARP). This accessory can auto-detect when you have
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    a drop altitude of at least 1,000 feet to be specified. A constant wind speed and direction for the duration of the jump is assumed. 76 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    or by a drop zone support team leader (DZSTL) monitoring the course of a Pilot eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN MENU > SETUP MENU to the Jumpmaster Setup Page. Forward Throw and Course to HARP allow a user to determine the direction and magnitude the aircraft will carry him after jumping and
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    -navigation to the DIP. If you want your unit to determine when you have jumped, this box should be checked. A message appears describing how to manually navigate the route. Select Restore Defaults from the Option Menu of this page to reset the values. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    measured in AGL. DZ-(Drop Zone) describes the area where the landing should occur. DZSTL-(Drop Zone Support Team Leader) defines the individual in charge at the drop zone. FFD-(Free Fall Drift) defines and direction are assumed constant for the duration of the jump. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 79
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    and Moon, or Hunt and Fish extended data for a specific date and location, press the Menu key, and use the Rocker to make your choice. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    Use the Rocker and the Enter key to operate the calculator. Options Menus Calculator Page eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN MENU > CALCULATOR AND STOPWATCH Stopwatch Select the Stopwatch icon to use the Vista Cx as a stopwatch, which includes a lap timer. You can also have the unit record the lap
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    animates the display of the sun and moon. The center button animates more rapidly, showing the phases of the moon. The right button stops animation. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    location: 1. Press the Menu key twice to open the Main Menu. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN MENU > HUNT AND FISH 2. Select the Hunt & Fish icon field now states "Map Location." Choose Use Find Menu to select a point from the Find Feature database. Follow instructions for using the Find Feature
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    games (Memory Race, Virtua Maze, GekoSmak, Nibbons, Gekoids, and Beast Hunt) for entertainment. Some games use GPS as a virtual component during play. To select and play a game: 1. Press Menu twice to open the Main the screen, and press Enter to view the symbol. 84 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    maze makes the game more difficult. MAIN MENU > GAMES MENU TIP: Press Menu, and select Cheat to start cheat mode. Enabling this Press Enter to turn off the cheat mode. GekoSmak GekoSmak is a GPS-based game that features you as the player piece. In measured rhythm, eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 85
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    after you. Gekoids This GPS game, which can be played without GPS on, is all about map. The map is stationary and north is always up. The "Ship Up" setting rotates the virtual world around your ship. Your ship always points up. Press Enter to start, and blast away. 86 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    Beast Hunt Although not a true GPS game, Beast Hunt requires some navigation skills, level (Trainee, Beginner, Expert, or Master), and press Enter to open the Visibility Menu. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual MAIN MENU > GAMES MENU 3. Select a visibility option (Extended or Limited), and press Enter
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    (10-16 feet) 95% typical* *WAAS accuracy in North America. Velocity: 0.05 meter/sec steady state Interfaces: Garmin Proprietary (USB) Data Storage Life: Indefinite; no memory battery required Map Storage: Dependant on the formatted capacity of the microSD Card. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    cigarette lighter. MapSource Software Data Disks and Pre-Loaded microSD Cards-offers several detailed mapping options that are compatible with the Vista Cx. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual APPENDIX > OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Visit the Garmin web site at http://garmin.com/products/etrexVistacx/ for
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    The following list provides a brief definition of each data field option. Accuracy Of GPS-the current accuracy of your GPSdetermined location. Ambient Pressure-the uncalibrated current pressure. Ascent - in the selected units of measure (other than latitude and longitude). eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    ascent or descent to a predetermined altitude. Waypoint - At Destination-the last point on a route; your destination. Waypoint - At Next-the next point on your route. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 91
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    destination of the drivers for the device. You only need to install the drivers once. After the drivers are installed, your computer always detects your Vista Cx when it is connected. USB drivers might be updated periodically. You can find updates at www.garmin.com. 92 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    your Vista Cx in regions that are not supported by ground stations, may not improve accuracy, even when receiving signals from an SBAS satellite. In fact, it can degrade the accuracy to less than that provided by GPS satellites alone. For this reason, when you enable WAAS on your Garmin GPS receiver
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    (Universal Transverse Mercator/Universal Polar Stereographic) projection formats are easy-to-use metric grids that are found on most USGS topographic quadrangle maps. You can also select one of several other grids, including a userdefinable grid (for the advanced user). eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    your GRI chain number and secondary stations to create a LORAN TD position. For more information, read our LORAN TD Position Format Handbook, available on the Garmin Web site, at www.garmin.com/manuals/ LoranTDPositionHandbook_Manual.pdf. Loran TD Setup Page eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 95
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    communications if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help Declaration of Conformity Hereby, Garmin declares that this eTrex Vista Cx
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    with the tracking number clearly written on the outside of the package. The unit should then be sent, freight charges prepaid, to any Garmin warranty service station. A copy of the original sales receipt is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs. eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 97
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    Kingdom, the United States, Canada, or Taiwan for service. The Garmin eTrex Vista Cx has no user-serviceable parts. Should you ever encounter a problem with your unit, please take it to an authorized Garmin dealer for repairs. The eTrex Vista Cx is fastened shut with screws. Any attempt to open
  • Garmin eTrex Vista Cx | Owner's Manual - Page 109
    accessories map 11 custom points of interest 26 D data fields 60 data field definitions 90 E Enter/Rocker key 3 F FCC compliance 96 fields, data 56 find 16 an address 23 an intersection 24 a city 22 a geocache 20 a point of interest 25 eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual 9 installing batteries 2 installing the
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    calibration setup 74 display setup 68 geocache setup 72 heading setup 73 Jumpmaster setup 75 map page setup 70 marine setup 72 52 software license agreement v specifications 88 status bar 7 stopwatch 81 storage vi sun and moon 82 T tracks 26, 64 creating user waypoints eTrex Vista Cx Owner's Manual
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    For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. © 2006 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, U.S.A. Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Unit 5, The
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