Garmin Foretrex 401 Owner's Manual - Page 12

Compass compass when you are stationary - 301 gps

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Using the Main Pages The total distance between the two points and the estimated travel time appears at the bottom of the page. Compass Page The compass page guides you to your destination by displaying a compass and a bearing pointer. When you are navigating to a specific location, the compass page displays the name of the location, two data fields that display distance to final destination and speed (by default), and a direction arrow in the compass ring. Follow the arrow to navigate. The electronic compass (used in the 401) is similar to a magnetic compass when you are stationary or walking. If you maintain a higher speed, such as traveling in automobile, the compass uses GPS signals to determine your direction. note: Hold the compass level when navigating to ensure maximum accuracy. To calibrate the electric compass: 1. From the compass page, press enter. 2. Select CALIBRATE. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.  Foretrex 301/401 Owner's Manual

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Foretrex 301/401 Owner’s Manual
Using the Main Pages
The total distance between the two
points and the estimated travel time
appears at the bottom of the page.
Compass Page
The compass page guides you to
your destination by displaying a
compass and a bearing pointer.
When you are navigating to a
specific location, the compass page
displays the name of the location,
two data fields that display distance
to final destination and speed (by
default), and a direction arrow in the
compass ring. Follow the arrow to
navigate.
The electronic compass (used in
the 401) is similar to a magnetic
compass when you are stationary
or walking. If you maintain a
higher speed, such as traveling in
automobile, the compass uses GPS
signals to determine your direction.
NOTE:
Hold the compass
level when navigating to ensure
maximum accuracy.
To calibrate the electric
compass:
1. From the compass page, press
enter
.
2. Select
CALIBRATE
.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.