Garmin eTrex Owner's Manual - Page 27

Reference 'Route' and Route Page The eTrex allows you to navigate using one of three methods: • GOTO • Route • TracBack The GOTO method of navigation was briefly discussed on page 16. The Route feature and the GOTO feature are comparable in that they both guide you to destination waypoints. However, the route feature is more powerful because it is more automatic. When you reach one waypoint, the eTrex automatically guides you to the next waypoint on the route without needing to touch any buttons. When you use the 'GOTO' feature you have to stop and select the next waypoint before you start moving. When you plan a trip, you can select waypoints from a waypoint list and put them into the eTrex's memory. At least Two waypoints (up to a maximum of 50) are linked together to form a route. In the eTrex, a route is at least two waypoints that describe the path you are going to travel. The Route feature is very convenient because it allows the eTrex to guide you from the first waypoint in the route, to each successive waypoint until you reach your final destination. When you start your trip, you activate the route feature and the eTrex points the way you should travel to get from the first waypoint to the second. You can then use the Navigation page to give you steering guidance. TracBack, is discussed on page 28. Routes The 'ROUTE' feature is found on the 'MENU' Page. You can use existing waypoints to 'build' the route. 25