Garmin eTrex eTrex Owner's Manual

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10Selecting a PageAll of the information needed to operate the eTrex isfound on four main “pages” (or display screens). Thesepages are the Satellite, Map, Pointer, and Menu.Simply press the PAGE Button to switch betweenpages.Satellite Page BasicsThe Satellite Page shows the eTrex gathering all thenecessary satellite information in order to work. There aretwo display options on the Satellite Page, Normal Skyviewand Advanced Skyview. Normal Skyview shows you (inanimation), the satellites, satellite signal strength, and theeTrex’s estimated location accuracy.To activate the Advanced Skyview page, simply pressENTER when on the Satellite Page, select ‘AdvancedSkyview’ and press ENTER again. This page displaysthe numbered satellites the eTrex is using, their proxim-ity to your current position, and their individual signalstrengths. To determine the location of the satellitesbeing used around you, the outer circle of the displayrepresents the horizon and the center represents the skyThe “READY TONAVIGATE” messagemust appear before youcan begin using youreTrex to navigate.Page BasicsGetting StartedStatus MessageSatellitesLocation Accuracy(estimated)Satellite SignalStrength BarsMap Navigation MenuSatellitePAGEPAGE PAGEPAGEPAGEPAGE PAGEPAGEPressing ENTER on theAdvanced Skyview Pagealso offers the options ofOrienting the Sky Aheador Northward, SetupDisplay (backlighting/contrast), and returningto Normal Skyview.Normal Skyview Advanced Skyview