Garmin Astro 320 Quick Start Manual - Page 2

See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Step 1: Install the Batteries in the Astro 220 The Astro 220 operates on two AA batteries (not included). Use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium batteries. 1. Turn the D-Ring on the back of the unit ¼ turn counterclockwise and remove the battery cover. Battery Compartment D-Ring 2. Insert the batteries in the battery compartment, observing the proper polarity. 3. Reinstall the battery cover. Step 2: Turn the Astro 220 on To turn the Astro 220 on, press and hold the Power button. The first time you turn the Astro 220 on, a message appears. Follow the prompts to setup the Astro. Thereafter, when you turn the Astro 220 on, the Garmin Logo appears, followed by the Dog Tracker page. To adjust the backlight level: 1. While the Astro 220 is on, press and quickly release the Power button on top of the unit. 2. Press the Rocker up arrow or down arrow to adjust the brightness levels. Dog Tracker Page 3. Press ENTER to select a brightness level. Step 3: Acquire GPS Satellite Signals Before the Astro 220 can find your current location and the location of the DC 30, you must acquire GPS satellite signals. 1. Go outdoors to an open area, away from tall buildings and trees. 2. Turn the Astro 220 and DC 30 on. Acquiring GPS satellite signals can take a few minutes. The bars on the Astro 220 indicate satellite strength. When the bars are black, the Astro 220 has acquired GPS satellite signals. The two red LEDs on the DC 30 double blink at each pulse when a location fix is achieved. Step 4: Calibrate the Astro 220 Compass Calibrate the compass outdoors. Hold the compass level and away from objects that generate magnetic fields, such as cars or buildings. 1. On the Dog Tracker page (see Step 3), press MENU. 2. Select Calibrate Compass, and press ENTER. 3. Select Start, press ENTER, and follow the on-screen directions. Hold the unit level and turn slowly. • "Just Right," "Too Fast," or "Too Slow" appears, notifying you to adjust your turning speed. Hold the unit level while turning. • When "Calibration Successful" appears, press ENTER. • If "Calibration Failed" appears, repeat the process. Step 5: Turn the DC 30 on Press and hold the Power button on the end of the DC 30. The red LEDs blink at a steady pulse. DC 30 power button Battery charging port LEDs blink red when power is on. To turn the DC 30 off, press and hold the Power button. Step 6: Establish Communications between the DC 30 and the Astro 220 The DC 30 that was packaged with your Astro 220 system was linked with the Astro 220 at the factory. If you purchased an additional DC 30 separately, refer to the Astro 220 Owner's Manual to link the additional DC 30 with the Astro 220. To view communication status with the DC 30: Press DOG to view the Dog Tracker page. The dog name is listed below the compass. When communicating with the DC 30, the Dog Tracker page indicates the direction of the dog, the distance away from you, and the status of the dog. Direction to the dog Step 7: Charge the DC 30 Fully charge the DC 30 before using it on a hunt. Charging a fully-depleted DC 30 battery requires 4½ hours. To charge the DC 30: 1. Connect the vehicle power cable or the AC adapter to an appropriate electrical source. 2. Slide the connector into the battery charging port on the side of the DC 30. Battery charging port Dog status icon Name of the dog Distance to the dog Dog Tracker Page Blue LED 3. Charge the DC 30 until the blue LED on the bottom of the unit turns off. Note: The DC 30 does not transmit its location to the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the location of the DC 30, until both units have acquired satellite signals. August 2008 Part Number 190-00714-11 Rev. B Printed in Taiwan