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How to Use a Handheld GPS System

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Using a handheld global positioning system (GPS) navigation device can be as easy as working the remote control for your VCR.

From Quick Guide: Using GPS Units
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

    Initializing the Receiver

  1. Step 1

    Press the Power key to turn the GPS on.

  2. Step 2

    Select a region. Use the arrow pad to change the flashing text to select the appropriate region for your present location. Press Enter.

  3. Step 3

    Select the country or state by using the arrow pad and press Enter.

  4. Step 4

    Enter the elevation by using the arrow pad. If unknown, leave the elevation at 0. Press Enter.

  5. Step 5

    Enter the time and date by using the arrow pad.

  6. Saving a Position Fix and Creating a Landmark

  7. Step 1

    Save your current position or create a landmark by pressing the Mark key. The GPS receiver will prompt you to enter a name or accept the receiver-generated name for this landmark.

  8. Step 2

    To change the position for a landmark, use the arrow pad to change the latitude and press the Enter key to accept.

  9. Step 3

    Use the arrow pad to change the longitude and press the Enter key to accept. The newly created landmark is stored in memory.

  10. Creating a "Go To" Route and Viewing the Navigation Screen

  11. Step 1

    Press the Go To key from any screen.

  12. Step 2

    Use the left/right arrows of the arrow pad until the desired destination landmark is displayed.

  13. Step 3

    Select the destination. A navigation screen the name of the Go To destination appears at the top of the screen.

  14. Step 4

    Press the Nav key. The position screen will appear.

  15. Step 5

    Press the Nav key or the arrow pad while viewing the position or navigation screen. This will move you to the next screen in the loop.

Tips & Warnings
  • To quickly save a position fix, press the Mark key twice.

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