Garmin Alpha Owner's Manual - Page 20

Changing the Dog Collar Device Update Rate

Before you can change the collar update rate, the collar must be

turned on and within range of the handheld device.

You can select a longer duration for the update rate to conserve

battery power.

1

Select

Dog List

.

2

Select a dog.

3

Select

Show Info

>

>

Change Update Rate

.

Changing Your Handheld Update Rate

You can select a longer duration for the update rate to conserve

battery power.

1

Select

Setup

>

Contacts

>

Pairing Setup

>

Update Rate

.

2

Select a new update rate.

Turning On the Handheld Battery Save Mode

You can use battery save mode to prolong the battery life.

Select

Setup

>

Display

>

Battery Save

>

On

.

When in battery save mode, the screen shuts off when the

backlight times out.

Adjusting the Map Drawing Speed

You can reduce the map drawing speed to conserve battery

power.

Select

Setup

>

Map

>

Map Speed

>

Normal

.

Turning Off the Transmitter

You can disable transmitting to conserve battery power on the

handheld device when you are not communicating with contacts

or dogs.

NOTE:

At cold temperatures, if you transmit when the battery is

low, the device may shutdown.

Select

Setup

>

Contacts

>

Pairing Setup

>

Transmitting

>

Off

.

When the transmitter is off, you cannot send you location or

messages to contacts, use the training keys, or communicate

with the dog collar. You can view the dog's location when the

transmitter is off.

About Data Management

You can store files, such as JPEG image files, on your device.

The device has a memory card slot for additional data storage.

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. Go to

www.garmin.com/trip_planning

.

•

JPEG photo files.

•

GPX geocache files. Go to

www.opencaching.com

.

•

GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader. Go to

www.garmin.com/products/poiloader

.

Installing a Memory Card

WARNING

Do not use a sharp object to remove user-replaceable batteries.

You can install a microSD memory card in the handheld device

for additional storage or pre-loaded maps.

1

Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the

cover.

2

Remove the battery.

3

Slide the card holder to the left and lift up, as shown, in the

battery compartment.

4

Place the memory card with the gold contacts facing down.

5

Close the card holder.

6

Slide the card holder to the right to lock it.

7

Replace the battery and cover (

page 1

).

Connecting the Handheld Device to a Computer

NOTICE

To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the mini-USB port, the

weather cap, and the surrounding area before charging or

connecting to a computer.

1

Lift the weather cap

À

.

2

Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB

connector

Á

on the device.

3

Plug the other end of the USB cable into an available USB

port on the computer.

Your device and memory card (optional) appear as

removable drives in My Computer on Windows computers

and as mounted volumes on Mac computers.

Connecting the Collar to a Computer

NOTICE

To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the contacts on the collar

and the surrounding area before connecting the charging clip.

You can connect the collar to your computer to use with

programs like BaseCamp. The collar is not a mass storage

device.

1

Connect the USB cable to a USB port on your computer.

2

Snap the charging clip onto the collar.

3

Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB port.

Remove the charging clip from the collar when you are done. If

you do not remove the clip, it may become detached from the

collar and become lost.

Transferring Dog Tracks to BaseCamp

You can transfer the dog tracks to BaseCamp.

1

Connect the collar to the computer (

page 16

).

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Device Information

Section	Page
Table of Contents	3
Getting Started	5
Setting Up the Alpha System	5
Device Overviews	5
Alpha 100 Handheld Device	5
TT 10 Dog Collar Device	5
Getting More Information	5
Registering Your Device	5
Installing the Battery in the Handheld Device	5
Charging the Handheld Device	6
Charging the Dog Collar Device	6
Turning On the Devices	6
Turning Off the Devices	6
Acquiring Satellite Signals	6
Using the Touchscreen	6
Locking the Touchscreen	6
Unlocking the Touchscreen	7
Dog Collar Device Setup	7
Methods to Add a Dog to a Handheld Device	7
Adding a Dog Over MURS/VHF	7
Adding a Dog Using the Track and Train Codes	7
Finding the Dog ID and Track and Train Codes	7
Sharing a Dog Wirelessly	7
Editing Dog Information	7
Resetting a Dog's Statistics and Track	7
Changing the Length of the Dog's Track	7
Changing the Dog Name	7
Changing the Color of the Dog's Track	7
Changing the Dog Type	8
Changing the Dog ID	8
Setting Dog Alerts	8
Removing a Dog	8
Attaching the Collar on Your Dog	8
Communication with the Collar	8
Dog Tracking	9
Tracking Your Dog on the Map	9
Dog Status Icons	9
Dog Tracking Compass	9
Navigating to Your Dog	9
Tracking with BaseCamp™ BaseStation	9
Pausing Dog Tracking	9
Pausing All Dog Tracking	10
Location Alerts	10
Setting a Geofence Alert	10
Setting a Radius Alert	10
Editing Location Alerts	10
Dog Training	10
Selecting and Installing the Contact Points	10
Removing the Contact Points	10
Setting Up the Training Keys for One Intensity Level	10
Customizing the Training Keys	10
Basic Training Commands	11
Training to Heel	11
Training to Sit and Stay	11
Training to Come Here	11
Collar Training	11
Training Intensities and Methods	11
Choosing the Correct Intensity Level	12
Training the Dog to Heel and Sit with the Collar	12
Training the Dog to Come Here with the Collar	12
Contact Tracking	12
Adding a Contact Over MURS/VHF	12
Adding a Contact Using the ID	12
Sending a Message to Your Contacts	12
Tracking a Contact	12
Finding Your Contact ID	12
Changing Your Contact ID	13
Updating a Contact ID	13
Hunting with the Alpha System	13
Marking Your Truck Location	13
Marking a Covey	13
Turning On the Collar Light	13
Turning On Rescue Mode	13
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks	13
Waypoints	13
Marking Your Current Location	13
Marking a Waypoint Using the Map	13
Editing a Waypoint	13
Repositioning a Waypoint to Your Current Location	13
Moving a Waypoint on the Map	13
Increasing the Accuracy of a Waypoint Location	13
Projecting a Waypoint	14
Deleting a Waypoint	14
Routes	14
Creating a Route	14
Editing the Name of a Route	14
Navigating a Saved Route	14
Editing a Route	14
Reversing a Route	14
Viewing a Route on the Map	14
Viewing the Active Route	14
Deleting a Route	14
Tracks	14
Recording Track Logs	14
Viewing Details about the Track	14
Viewing the Elevation Plot of a Track	14
Navigating to the Start of a Track	14
Changing the Track Color	15
Saving the Current Track	15
Saving a Location on a Track	15
Clearing the Current Track	15
Deleting a Track	15
Archiving a Saved Track	15
Archiving Tracks Automatically	15
Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly	15
Navigation	15
Map	15
Compass	15
Calibrating the Compass	15
Navigating with the Bearing Pointer	15
Course Pointer	15
Where To? Menu	15
Finding a Waypoint by Name	15
Finding a Waypoint Near Another Waypoint	16
Navigating with Sight 'N Go	16
Elevation Plot	16
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter	16
Navigating to a Point on the Plot	16
Changing the Plot Type	16
Resetting the Elevation Plot	16
Trip Computer	16
Resetting the Trip Computer	16
Applications	16
Setting a Proximity Alarm	16
Calculating the Size of an Area	16
Viewing the Calendar and Almanacs	16
Setting an Alarm	16
Starting the Countdown Timer	16
Opening the Stopwatch	16
Satellite Page	16
Changing the Satellite View	16
Turning Off GPS	17
Simulating a Location	17
Customizing Your Device	17
Customizing the Main Menu	17
Customizing the Data Fields	17
Enabling the Map Data Fields	17
System Settings	17
Dog Settings	17
Contact Settings	17
Display Settings	17
Calibrating the Touchscreen	17
Appearance Settings	17
Setting the Device Tones	17
Map Settings	17
Advanced Map Settings	18
Track Settings	18
Routing Settings	18
Changing the Units of Measure	18
Time Settings	18
Position Format Settings	18
Heading Settings	18
Altimeter Settings	18
Marine Map Settings	18
Device Information	19
Viewing Device Information	19
Updating the Software	19
Device Care	19
Cleaning the Device	19
Cleaning the Screen	19
Specifications	19
Alpha 100 Handheld Device Specifications	19
TT 10 Dog Collar Device Specifications	19
Battery Information	19
Long-Term Storage	19
Maximizing the Battery Life	19
Adjusting the Backlight Brightness	19
Adjusting the Backlight Timeout	19
Changing the Dog Collar Device Update Rate	20
Changing Your Handheld Update Rate	20
Turning On the Handheld Battery Save Mode	20
Adjusting the Map Drawing Speed	20
Turning Off the Transmitter	20
About Data Management	20
File Types	20
Installing a Memory Card	20
Connecting the Handheld Device to a Computer	20
Connecting the Collar to a Computer	20
Transferring Dog Tracks to BaseCamp	20
Deleting Files	21
Disconnecting the USB Cable	21
Appendix	21
Accessories and Replacement Parts	21
Purchasing Accessories	21
Optional Maps	21
About Memory Cards	21
Optional Fitness Accessories	21
Using Optional Fitness Accessories	21
Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin Device	21
TT 10 Battery Replacement Instructions	21
TT 10 Components	21
Removing the Old Battery	21
Installing the New Battery	21
Replacing the Collar Strap	22
Replacing the VHF Antenna in the Dog Collar Device	22
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable	22
Data Field Options	22

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