How to Use a Handheld GPS System
Using a handheld global positioning system (GPS) navigation device can be as easy as working the remote control for your VCR.
Instructions
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Initializing the Receiver
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Press the Power key to turn the GPS on.
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Select a region. Use the arrow pad to change the flashing text to select the appropriate region for your present location. Press Enter.
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Select the country or state by using the arrow pad and press Enter.
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Enter the elevation by using the arrow pad. If unknown, leave the elevation at 0. Press Enter.
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Enter the time and date by using the arrow pad.
Saving a Position Fix and Creating a Landmark
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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.
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To change the position for a landmark, use the arrow pad to change the latitude and press the Enter key to accept.
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Use the arrow pad to change the longitude and press the Enter key to accept. The newly created landmark is stored in memory.
Creating a "Go To" Route and Viewing the Navigation Screen
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Press the Go To key from any screen.
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Use the left/right arrows of the arrow pad until the desired destination landmark is displayed.
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Select the destination. A navigation screen the name of the Go To destination appears at the top of the screen.
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Press the Nav key. The position screen will appear.
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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.
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Tips & Warnings
To quickly save a position fix, press the Mark key twice.