Garmin 190-00234-01 Operating the eTrex Legend, The Main Pages, Backlighting/Contrast Adjustment, Setting the Time Zone, Installing the Batteries, Start Up Sequence, selection

Operating the eTrex Legend

The Main Pages,

Backlighting/Contrast Adjustment

Setting the Time Zone

Installing the Batteries

Start Up Sequence

Previewing the Main Pages

Adjusting Backlight/Contrast

The eTrex Legend operates on two AA batteries (not

To turn the unit On:

All of the information you need to operate the eTrex Legend

To turn the backlight On and Off:

included), which are placed in the back of the unit. Recharge-

Press and hold the POWER

is found on the five Main Pages (or display screens). To preview

POWER

Press the POWER button to turn the

able Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries may be used,

button.

these pages, press the PAGE button to cycle from one page to the

Button

backlight On.

but cannot be charged in the unit.

2. Press the PAGE button to

next. The five pages are shown in order below.

Press again to turn the backlight Off.

Stored data will not be lost when changing the batteries.

acknowledge the copyright.

3. If no button is pressed (after 15

To install the batteries:

3. Carefully read the warning

seconds*), the backlight will turn Off

1. Remove the battery cover from the

message and press the PAGE

automatically.

back of the unit by turning the D-ring

button to acknowledge and

ZOOM

1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pull-

proceed to the Satellite Page.

To adjust the screen contrast:

ing out.

The unit may take up to 5 minutes

and

Use the PAGE button to access the

Satellite Page

Map Page

Navigation Page

Trip Computer

Main Menu

Insert the batteries observing proper

to establish a position the first time

OUT

Satellite Page.

polarity as shown at the right.

you use it outside with a clear view of

Satellite Page - Provides a visual reference of satellites being tracked.

Buttons

2. Use the ZOOM IN and OUT buttons

Reinstall the battery

the sky. After that, it should take only

Map Page - Displays your movements and nearby map features.

to adjust the contrast.

cover by turning the D-

15 to 45 seconds. When the Legend

Satellite Page:

Navigation Page - Provides guidance to your destination.

ring 1/4 turn clockwise.

Slot for Carry

has acquired enough satellite signals to

displaying

Trip Computer - Provides a variety of trip and navigation data.

*To set the backlight feature for longer On Time,

Lanyard

determine your location, a “Ready To

Satellite Position,

Main Menu - A directory of advanced features and settings.

refer to the Owner’s Manual.

Attachment

Navigate” message and your location

Signal Strength, Location,

D-Ring

Battery Cover

and Elevation

coordinates and elevation are shown.

Setting the Time Zone

Additional Map Data Available

If the Legend is “Ready to Navigate” (Step 3) but the time

Using the Button Functions

You can transfer optional detailed map data to the eTrex Legend

shown is not correct, you may need to change the Time Zone

The ZOOM IN and OUT buttons:

The PAGE button:

selection.

from a GARMIN MapSource® CD-ROM. Available choices

• When on the Map Page, press to Zoom

• Press to cycle through main pages.

To change the Time Zone:

include the MetroGuide, Points of Interest (Businesses, Landmarks,

in and out.

Cities, and Marine navaids), BlueChart™, Fishing Hot Spots,

• When on the Satellite Page, press to

The POWER button:

1. Use the PAGE button to access the

Topographic maps, Roads and Recreation, and WorldMap mapping

adjust the screen contrast.

• Press and hold to turn the unit On/Off.

Main Menu.

guides.

LEGEND

Use the THUMB STICK to high-

The FIND button:

• Press to toggle the backlighting On/Off.

See your Owner’s Manual for connection details.

• Press to access the Find Menu.

light the SetUp icon and then press

External Power

Protective Cover

it in to display the SetUp Menu.

The THUMB STICK:

(When moved or pressed in, button ‘clicks’)

and Data

Connector

Use the THUMB STICK to high-

Connector

light the Time icon and then press it

• Press to enter highlighted options or confirm mes-

Indexing

(Alignment)

in to display the Time Page.

sages.

Bar

Use the THUMB STICK to high-

• Move Up/Down or Right/Left to move through lists,

LCD

Display

light

the ‘Time Zone’ field then

highlight fields, on-screen buttons, icons, enter data

or move the map panning arrow.

press it in to display the list of time

Points of Interest List

Map Showing Resturant

• Press in and hold for two seconds to mark your cur-

NOTE: While designed to be held and operated in the left hand,

Highlight a time zone and then press the THUMB STICK.

Choice

rent location as a waypoint.

the unit can be used with the right hand, if preferred.

The correct time is displayed at the bottom of the page.