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Using the Electronic Compass

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The compass ring is an electronic compass that functions like a magnetic compass when you are stationary. When you are moving and reach a pre-set speed, it uses data from the GPS receiver to maintain your heading. When you stop (after a pre-set time), it again operates like a magnetic compass. The compass ring is especially helpful when using a paper map or chart with your Vista Cx for navigation. When the electronic compass is on, a compass icon appears in the status bar. Using the Electronic Compass When you press and hold the Quit key the electronic compass turns off, it stays off until you press and hold the Quit key to turn it on again. However, sometimes when you turn the electronic compass on, the Vista Cx overrides the compass and uses the GPS receiver to track your heading. It also 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 PAGE To turn the electronic compass on or off: 1. Press and hold the Quit key to turn the electronic compass on or off. The Compass Icon appears in the status bar when the electronic compass is on. When you are not using the electronic compass, turn it off to conserve batteries. When it is turned off, the unit uses the GPS receiver for navigation. 2. Hold the Vista Cx level to get an accurate electronic compass reading. (See the following page for calibration instructions.) Setting the speed and time for Compass Auto On and Off: 1. Press the Menu key twice to open the Main Menu. 2. Highlight Setup, and press Enter to open the Setup Menu. 3. Highlight the Heading icon, and press Enter to open the Heading Setup Page. 4. Highlight the Switch to compass heading when below field, and press Enter. 49

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The compass ring is an electronic compass that
functions like a magnetic compass when you are
stationary. When you are moving and reach a pre-set
speed, it uses data from the GPS receiver to maintain
your heading. When you stop (after a pre-set time), it
again operates like a magnetic compass. The compass
ring is especially helpful when using a paper map or
chart with your Vista Cx for navigation. When the
electronic compass is on, a compass icon
appears
in the status bar.
Using the Electronic Compass
When you press and hold the
Quit
key the electronic
compass turns off, it stays off until you press and hold
the
Quit
key to turn it on again. However, sometimes
when you turn the electronic compass on, the Vista
Cx overrides the compass and uses the GPS receiver
to track your heading. It also 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.
To turn the electronic compass on or off:
1.
Press and hold the
Quit
key to turn the
electronic compass on or off. The Compass
Icon
appears in the status bar when the
electronic compass is on. When you are not
using the electronic compass, turn it off to
conserve batteries. When it is turned off, the
unit uses the GPS receiver for navigation.
2.
Hold the Vista Cx level to get an accurate
electronic compass reading. (See the following
page for calibration instructions.)
Setting the speed and time for Compass
Auto On and Off:
1.
Press the
Menu
key twice to open the Main
Menu.
2.
Highlight
Setup
, and press
Enter
to open the
Setup Menu.
3.
Highlight the Heading icon, and press
Enter
to
open the Heading Setup Page.
4.
Highlight the
Switch to compass heading
when below
field, and press
Enter.
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