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Here We Go. . .
The Getting Started Section introduces you to the basic op-
eration of the eTrex Summit. The Reference Section shows you
how to use all of eTrex Summit’s remaining features.
The First Step
The eTrex Summit’s GPS operates using information
gathered from satellites. To Initialize the eTrex Summit’s
GPS receiver the first time, take your eTrex Summit
outside and find a large, open area that has a clear view of
the sky. Press and hold the
POWER
Button to turn the
unit on. You’ll see the Welcome Page for a few seconds
while the eTrex Summit performs a self-test, followed by
the Satellite Page.
The eTrex Summit needs to receive at least three
strong satellite signals to find your location. The Satellite
Page shows you graphically eTrex Summit tracking
satellites, and the strength of the satellite signals. The
status is also displayed at the top of the page.
The Satellite Page
When you see the “READY TO NAVIGATE” message in
the status box, eTrex Summit has found your location
and the GPS receiver is initialize and ready for use.
Backlighting and Contrast
If the lighting conditions make it hard for you to see the
screen, you can adjust the contrast or turn on the backlight.
Press and release the
POWER
Button from any screen to
turn on the backlight. The backlight is timed to stay on for
30 seconds to save battery power. To adjust the screen con-
trast, press the
PAGE
Button until you see the Satellite Page.
Press the
UP
button to make the screen darker, press the
DOWN
Button to make the screen lighter.
NOTE:
When you use the eTrex Summit for the
first time, it will take up to five minutes to find
your location. After the first use, eTrex Summit
only needs about 15 to 45 seconds to find your
location.
Getting
Started
The “READY TO NAVIGATE”
message must appear before
you can begin using your
eTrex Summit to navigate.
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