Garmin eTrex Mariner Owner's Manual And Reference Manual

1Setup,Features,andBasic NavigationSECTION 2Before you begin to explore the eTrex Mariner’soperating features, you will want to follow these “GettingStarted” instructions to prepare it for operation byinstalling batteries, adjusting the screen contrast, loadingoptional GARMIN “Points of Interest” data, and settingthe correct time for your current location.The operating features of the unit are structured tobe accessed and activated by pressing buttons on the unitwhich is explained on the following page.The five Main Pages are your primary access tooperating the eTrex Mariner. Each page provides eithera basic navigation function or access to features whichenhance navigation or customize the unit’s operation tomeet your requirements.This “Getting Started” section will introduce you tothe Main Pages and how they are structured. You will alsobe shown how to perform basic navigation techniques tohelp you start using your eTrex Mariner immediately.Detailed instructions on using the eTrex Mariner’s featuresand their options are contained in the “Reference” section.Features include:Storage for 500 Waypoints with name and graphic symbol.An automatic Track Log with storage capability for 10Tracks with 250 points each.Route building capability, with storage for 20 Routes with50 Waypoints each.A Trip Computer for displaying a variety of navigationdata such as speed, ETA, ETE, heading, odometer, etc.A Find Feature for locating Waypoints, Cities, and Pointsof Interest*.Point of Interest data storage, allowing transfer from aGARMIN MapSource CD-ROM.Pre-loaded MapSource Major Cites and Maritime Naviga-tion Aids mapping data.Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) capability.**Getting Started* Points of Interest data (otherthan navigation aids) must betransferred to the unit using aGARMIN MapSource “Points ofInterest” CD-ROM. See pages 4and 55 for more information.** About WAASBecause the Wide Area Aug-mentation System (WAAS) iscurrently under developmentand is not fully supported bygeo-stationary satellites, effec-tive use of the WAAS featuremay be limited by your geo-graphic location in relation tothose satellites now in service.There are two WAAS satellitesin service in geo-stationaryorbit above the Equator, oneover the Atlantic Ocean andone over the Pacific Ocean.Currently, WAAS satellite signalreception requires an absoluteclear view of the sky and worksbest when there are no nearbyobstructions such as buildings,mountains, etc. In fact, you maynot be able to receive or easilymaintain a WAAS satellite signaluntil full satellite support for thisprogram is complete.Not enabling WAAS when youcannot receive a signal willspeed unit map drawing andconserve battery power.See page 49 for enabling WAASand its satellite receptiontechniques.