Garmin Astro 430 Owner s Manual - Page 15

Pressure Trending: Sets how the device records pressure data. Save Always records all pressure data, which can be helpful when you are watching for pressure fronts. Plot Type: Sets the type of data recorded and displayed in the plot. Records elevation changes over a period of time or distance, records barometric pressure over a period of time, or records ambient pressure changes over a period of time. Calibrate Altimeter: Calibrates the altimeter. Geocaching Settings Select Setup > Geocaches. Geocache List: Allows you to display the geocache list by names or codes. Found Geocaches: Allows you to edit the number of geocaches found. This number automatically increases as you log a find. Filter Setup: Allows you to create and save custom filters for geocaches based on specific factors (Creating and Saving a Geocache Filter, page 8). chirp Searching: Allows the device to search for a geocache containing a chirp accessory (Enabling chirp Searching, page 8). Program chirp: Programs the chirp accessory. See the chirp owner's manual at www.garmin.com. Routing Settings The device calculates routes optimized for the type of activity you are doing. The routing settings available vary based on the activity selected. Select Setup > Routing. Guidance Method: Sets the preference for optimizing route calculation based on distance, time, on-road, or off-road routing. Calculate Routes for: Sets the mode of transportation for which to calculate routes. Lock On Road: Locks the position icon, which represents your position on the map, onto the nearest road. Off Road Transitions: Sets how the device routes from one point on the route to the next. This setting is available only for some activities. Distance routes you to the next point on the route when you are within a specified distance of your current point. Avoidance Setup: Sets the road types to avoid while navigating. This setting is available only for some activities. Marine Map Settings Select Setup > Marine. Marine Chart Mode: Sets the type of chart the device uses. Nautical displays various map features in different colors so the marine POIs are more readable and so the map reflects the drawing scheme of paper charts. Fishing (requires marine maps) displays a detailed view of bottom contours and depth soundings and simplifies map presentation for optimal use while fishing. Appearance: Sets the appearance of marine navigation aids on the map. Marine Alarm Setup: Sets alarms for when you exceed a specified drift distance while anchored, when you are off course by a specified distance, and when you enter water of a specific depth. Setting up Marine Alarms 1 From the main menu, select Setup > Marine > Marine Alarm Setup. 2 Select an alarm type. 3 Select On. 4 Enter a distance. Device Information Viewing Device Information You can view the unit ID, software version, and license agreement. Select Setup > About. Support and Updates • You can update software and maps for your handheld device using Garmin Express™. • You can update software for your dog collar device using Garmin WebUpdater. Support and Updates Garmin Express ( www.garmin.com/express ) provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices. • Product registration • Product manuals • Software updates • Map, chart, or course updates Setting Up Garmin Express 1 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable. 2 Go to www.garmin.com/express. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. Updating the Software Before you can update the handheld device or collar software, you must connect the handheld device (Connecting the Handheld Device to a Computer, page 12) or the collar (Connecting the Collar to a Computer, page 13) to the computer. You must update the software on the handheld device and collar separately. NOTE: Updating the software does not erase any of your data or settings. 1 Go to www.garmin.com/products/webupdater. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions. Device Care NOTICE Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can damage plastic components and finishes. Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent damage. The device is water resistant to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can withstand accidental 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. Cleaning the Device 1 Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution. 2 Wipe it dry. After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely. Cleaning the Screen Before you can clean the screen, you should have a soft, clean, lint-free cloth and water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass lens cleaner. Device Information 11