La Crosse Technology XG-20 To Check the Track Course Correct, Before the Track, During the Track

Models: XG-20

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11.13 Compass Mode - Application of the Compass II

08

point E

 

(finish point)

3120 m

2258

point C

08

3158

point D

4110 m

 

 

3158

1110 m

point B

2120 m

point A

To Check the Track Course Correct

-If you are hiking on a track, the XG-20 can keep your track course correct.

-For example, the correct track is from point A to point D as it is mentioned on the map on the left.

Before the Track

- M a r k t h e p o i n t s ( i d e n t i f i a b l e l a n d m a r k s ) o n a topographic map where the track turns its direction or t h e track branches its way, such as the point A, B, C and D.

-Check the bearing directions on a topographic map of the following points:

1)point B from point A (3158), 2)point C from point B (08), 3)point D from point C (2258), and 4)point E from point D (3158).

(starting point)

A Sample Trail On A Map

During the Track

-Check that you are in the correct bearing direction at the turning points or where the trail branches its way.

IMPORTANT: If you doubt of the directions and positions of the track, consult a wrangler or park administration officer before starting your track.

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La Crosse Technology XG-20 instruction manual To Check the Track Course Correct, Before the Track, During the Track