2.Click “Get Location”
3.Scroll down and click “Compute”
For declinations in Canada: http://www.geolab.nrcan.gc.ca/geomag/apps/mdcal_e.php
When you set the declination angle on the compass you compensate for the difference between true and magnetic north. This increases it’s accuracy.
To set the declination angle:
1.Press MODE to navigate to Set up mode.
2.Press SET to navigate to Declination mode option.
3.Press and hold SET to enter settings mode.
4.Press ST / SP / + or COMPASS / - to toggle settings. The setting options are as follows: WEST / EAST declination angle.
5.Press SET to confirm.
BEARING TRACKING SYSTEM
ABOUT THE BEARING TRACKING SYSTEM
The bearing tracking system enables you to lock onto a bearing, which you will be able to relocate using the compass. By locking the bearing you can see when you deviate from your course and how much you need to correct it to get back on track.
TO SET THE BEARING TRACKING SYSTEM
1.Press MODE to navigate to Set up mode.
2.Press and hold SET to enter setting mode.
•The top figure shows your last bearing locked.
•The bottom figure shows your current bearing.
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ST/SP/+
MODE | SET |
3.Point the compass in the desired direction and press SET.
4.Press SET to fine tune the bearing. Press ST / SP / + to increase and COMPASS / - to decrease the bearing.
5.Press SET to confirm.
6.In the Compass mode, the locked bearing will appear instead of the cardinal reading.
Once the bearing tracking system has been set, the compass segments on the display will show how far you deviate from your locked course. See the examples below:
A.The locked bearing is 94 and the current bearing is 94.
B.Your locked bearing is 94 and your current bearing is 120.
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