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Garmin Explore

The Garmin Explore website and mobile app allow you to plan trips and use cloud storage for your waypoints, 
routes, and tracks. They offer advanced planning both online and offline, allowing you to share and sync data 
with your compatible Garmin device. You can use the mobile app to download maps for offline access, and 
then navigate anywhere without using your cellular service.
You can download the Garmin Explore app from the app store on your smartphone, or you can go to 

explore.garmin.com

.

Contact Tracking

You can track other hunters so you know where they are at all times. You can also send messages to your 
contacts. One Alpha handheld device can track up to 20 devices, including compatible dog collar devices and 
Alpha handheld devices.

Turning On and Off the Transmitter

Before you can add a contact or initiate an emergency alert, you must ensure the transmitter is enabled.
NOTE: In cold temperatures, if you transmit when the battery is low, the device may shut down.
Press   to open the status page.
Select My ID > Transmitting.

Methods to Add a Contact to a Handheld Device

Using MURS/VHF: Allows you to add a handheld device contact after you have placed your handheld device 

into pairing mode.
This method is helpful when you are adding a new device to the system prior to leaving for the hunt (

Adding 

a Contact Using Wireless Pairing, page 18

).

Entering the device ID: Allows you to add a handheld device contact that is not in the area. This method 

requires the contact to find and communicate their handheld device code to the person adding the device 
contact.
This method is helpful when you would like to add a handheld device contact during a hunt, but you are not 
near the device. For example, if you are adding another member of your hunting party to your handheld 
device, but you do not own the device (

Adding a Contact Using a Contact ID, page 19

).

Sharing wirelessly using ANT+ wireless technology: Allows you to add a handheld device that you do not own 

as a contact. This method does not require the contact to find and communicate their device code to the 
person adding the device. The two handheld devices must be within a range of 3 m (10 ft.) to share data 
wirelessly.
This method is helpful when you want to add a handheld device during a hunt without entering the device ID 
(

Adding a Contact Using Wireless Pairing, page 18

).

Adding a Contact Using Wireless Pairing

Before you can add a contact wirelessly, you should be near the contact's handheld device.
Select Dog List >  .
Select an option:

• On your handheld device select Add > Pair Handheld, and follow the on-screen instructions.
• To add a contact by receiving the information from the contact's handheld device, select Add > Receive 

from Handheld.

After successfully adding the contact, enter the name of the contact, and select 

.

The contact is added to your handheld device.
You can repeat this procedure using another hunter's handheld device to add your contact ID to that device.

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Contact Tracking

Summary of Contents for Alpha 200

Page 1: ...Alpha 200withTraining Owner sManual...

Page 2: ...rmin Ltd or its subsidiaries registered in the USA and other countries BaseCamp Garmin Explore Garmin Express Garmin HuntView tempe and TT are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries These tradem...

Page 3: ...e Map 12 Dog Status Icons 12 Dog Tracking Compass 13 Navigating to Your Dog 13 Changing the Length of the Dog s Track 13 Location Alerts 13 Setting Location Alerts 14 Editing Location Alerts 14 Disabl...

Page 4: ...by Name 25 Navigating with Sight N Go 26 Elevation Plot 26 Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter 26 Navigating to a Point on the Plot 26 Changing the Plot Type 26 Resetting the Elevation Plot 26 Trip...

Page 5: ...r to a Computer 37 Transferring Dog Tracks to BaseCamp 37 Deleting Files 37 Disconnecting the USB Cable 37 Resetting Data and Settings 37 Appendix 38 Accessories and Replacement Parts 38 Purchasing Ac...

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Page 7: ...ndheld device Charging the Handheld Device page 5 2 Charge the dog collar device Charging the Dog Collar Device page 6 3 Turn on the devices Turning On the Device page 6 4 Select a language Selecting...

Page 8: ...greater than 5 W in close proximity to the handheld device It may cause irreversible damage to the handheld device Satellite antenna VHF radio antenna Mounting spine microSD memory card slot under ba...

Page 9: ...Alpha Device Keys Power key Customizable training keys Training up Training down Training enter Getting Started 3...

Page 10: ...Dog Collar Device NOTE Your dog collar device may look different than the device pictured VHF antenna GPS antenna Power key Contact points Status LED and flashing beacon LEDs 4 Getting Started...

Page 11: ...er cap and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer NOTE The device does not charge when it is outside the approved temperature range Alpha Handheld Device Specifications page...

Page 12: ...ice On the handheld device press the power key On the dog collar device hold the power key until the status LED flashes and the collar beeps Turning Off the Device On the handheld device hold the powe...

Page 13: ...to leaving for the hunt Adding a Dog to the Alpha Handheld Using Wireless Pairing page 8 Entering the track and control codes Allows you to add a dog collar device that you do not own and that is not...

Page 14: ...t Track Only To allow the other person to track your dog and correct your dog s behavior select Track and Train To successfully share the dog collar device the other handheld device must be receiving...

Page 15: ...ect Activate Group To deactivate the group select Deactivate Group To add a device to the group select Manage Group Add Device To rename the group select Rename and enter a new name To delete the grou...

Page 16: ...that is applied to the dog is completely dry before placing the collar on the dog Small amounts of harsh chemicals can damage the plastic components and collar laminate In order to effectively train t...

Page 17: ...e handheld device the dog collar device can be put into sleep mode to conserve the battery when you are not actively tracking your dog 1 Select Dog List 2 Select a dog 3 Select Adjust Collar Sleep Mod...

Page 18: ...1 From the home screen select 2 If necessary select and to zoom in and out of the map TIP You can select to track the dog using the dog tracking compass Dog Tracking Compass page 13 Dog Status Icons...

Page 19: ...2 Select the dog 3 Select Go 4 Follow the colored line to the dog Changing the Length of the Dog s Track You can adjust the length of time the dog track appears on the map Reducing the duration of the...

Page 20: ...eld device broadcasts dog data to compatible devices You can disable data broadcasting to keep your data from being seen on other compatible devices See the owner s manual for your compatible device f...

Page 21: ...e you press the training key for a maximum of 8 seconds Your stimulations should typically be much shorter than 8 seconds Tone Activates an audible tone the entire time you press the training key Vibr...

Page 22: ...se this feature you must customize your training keys with dog training commands Customizing the Training Keys page 16 You can access and adjust training commands using the device s hard keys 1 From a...

Page 23: ...u need to repeat a command because the dog did not obey the first one As the dog becomes better trained you can decrease the use of collar training Continue to have the dog wear the collar until you f...

Page 24: ...ID Allows you to add a handheld device contact that is not in the area This method requires the contact to find and communicate their handheld device code to the person adding the device contact This...

Page 25: ...indicating that your contact has started navigating to your location After receiving the alert your contacts can navigate to your location Sending a Message to Your Contacts Before you can send a mess...

Page 26: ...of the truck so you can navigate back to your truck after the hunt 1 Select Mark Waypoint Truck 2 Select Save Marking a Covey You can mark a covey location and enter the estimated number of birds flus...

Page 27: ...device Waypoints can mark where you are where you are going or where you have been You can add details about the location such as name elevation and depth You can add a gpx file that contains waypoint...

Page 28: ...rovide more accuracy 1 Select Waypoint Manager 2 Select a waypoint 3 Select Average Location 4 Move to the waypoint location 5 Select Start 6 Follow the on screen instructions 7 When the confidence st...

Page 29: ...view the point on the map select Review To change the order of the points on the route select Move Up or Move Down To insert an additional point on the route select Insert The additional point is ins...

Page 30: ...inning and the end of the track are marked by flags 4 Select the information bar along the top of the screen Information about the track is listed Viewing the Elevation Plot of a Track 1 Select Track...

Page 31: ...e has a 3 axis tilt compensated compass You can use a bearing pointer or a course pointer to navigate to your destination Calibrating the Compass NOTICE Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors To im...

Page 32: ...t on the plot 3 Select View Map 4 Select Go Changing the Plot Type You can change the elevation plot to display pressure and elevation over time or distance 1 Select Track Manager My Track Altimeter S...

Page 33: ...Alarm 1 Select Alarm Clock 2 Select and to set the time 3 Select Turn Alarm On The alarm sounds at the selected time If the device is off at the alarm time the device turns on and sounds the alarm Usi...

Page 34: ...selected location An estimated file size appears for the selected image quality and radius You should verify your device has enough available storage space for the imagery file 3 Select Download Cust...

Page 35: ...o save the image on the device screen Accessibility Adds or changes device features to make your device more accessible Accessibility Settings page 29 Accessibility Settings Select Setup Display Acces...

Page 36: ...led track recordings but may not record entire tracks that last for longer periods of time Auto Save Allows you to customize the Auto Save settings Auto Save Settings page 30 Auto Start Starts recordi...

Page 37: ...mpe Sensor Allows you to pair a tempe sensor and turn a paired tempe sensor on and off Xero Allows you to enable or disable your sharing status and make sharing public or private NOTE You can share yo...

Page 38: ...leaners solvents and insect repellents that can damage plastic components and finishes Secure the weather cap tightly to prevent damage to the USB port Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment because...

Page 39: ...temperature range From 0 to 40 C from 32 to 104 F ANT wireless range Up to 10 m 32 8 ft VHF radio range Up to 14 48 km 9 mi Wireless frequencies protocols 152 155 MHz 31 6 dBm maximum 2 4 GHz 23 1 dBm...

Page 40: ...collar should be fully recharged before use Maximizing the Battery Life You can do several things to extend the life of the batteries in the handheld device and collar Reduce the backlight brightness...

Page 41: ...Battery Save On When in battery save mode the screen shuts off when the backlight times out Saving Energy While Charging the Device You can turn off the device display and all other features while ch...

Page 42: ...e the card holder 6 Slide the card holder to the right to lock it 7 Replace the battery and cover Connecting the Handheld Device to a Computer NOTICE To prevent corrosion thoroughly dry the USB port t...

Page 43: ...ed 1 Open the Garmin drive or volume 2 If necessary open a folder or volume 3 Select a file 4 Press the Delete key on your keyboard NOTE If you are using an Apple computer you must empty the Trash fol...

Page 44: ...nsistent source of accurate temperature data You must pair the tempe with your device to display temperature data from the tempe Tips for Pairing ANT Accessories with Your Garmin Device Verify that th...

Page 45: ...screwdriver 1 Remove the six screws from the outer edges of the back plate NOTE You should leave the two inner screws in place 2 Pry off the back plate 3 Disconnect the battery connector and power con...

Page 46: ...ard the side with the charging clip contacts 2 Replace the battery cover 3 Replace the screws to secure the battery cover 4 Connect the battery connector and power connector You may need to use a flat...

Page 47: ...front enclosure with the label side of the battery facing up and the leading edge of the battery placed under the charging contact ledge of the device 11 Replace the battery plate and replace and tigh...

Page 48: ...ewdriver 1 Remove the 4 screws from the L shaped cover over the VHF antenna NOTE You should note the location of the one short screw 2 Pry off the L shaped cover 3 Remove the screw securing the VHF an...

Page 49: ...n your vehicle you may need to replace the fuse located at the tip of the vehicle adapter 1 Rotate the end piece counter clockwise to unlock it TIP You may need to use a coin to remove the end piece 2...

Page 50: ...per minute or meters per minute since the last reset Descent Total The total elevation distance descended since the last reset Distance to Dest The remaining distance to the final destination You must...

Page 51: ...ent rate of travel Speed Limit The reported speed limit for the road Not available in all maps and in all areas Always rely on posted road signs for actual speed limits Speed Maximum The highest speed...

Page 52: ...istance between your current position and the next waypoint in the route You must be navigating for this data to appear Vertical Speed The rate of ascent or descent over time Vertical Speed to Dest Th...

Page 53: ...18 hunter 18 I icons 12 initial setup 6 intensity level choosing 15 K keys 2 3 training 16 L line of sight radio communication 11 M main menu customizing 28 maps 21 24 BirdsEye imagery 28 measuring d...

Page 54: ...support garmin com GUID 7936C255 EDC9 4713 AA2B 26476A140DA6 v1 September 2021...

Page 55: ...IMPORTANTSAFETYANDPRODUCT INFORMATION 2014 Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries GUID 4448A574 ABF0 41E5 B9F2 67CCDB87475F v5 July 2021...

Page 56: ...angrijke veiligheids en productinformatie 28 Vigtige produkt og sikkerhedinformationer 32 T rkeit turvallisuus ja tuotetietoja 36 Viktig sikkerhets og produktinformasjon 40 Guiden Viktig s kerhets och...

Page 57: ...l to the dog and risk fire or explosion Device Warnings Do not immerse the device or batteries in water or other liquids Do not leave the device exposed to a heat source or in a high temperature locat...

Page 58: ...ireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids In the event of such interference you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives Posted Facilities Turn your radio OF...

Page 59: ...terference by one of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit...

Page 60: ...D GARMIN EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES WHETHER EXPRESS IMPLIED STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PART...

Page 61: ...ce missing components from any package purchased through an online auction International Purchases A separate warranty may be provided by international distributors for devices purchased outside the U...

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