Calibrating The Compass; Selecting A Profile - Garmin etrex Quick Start Manual

can significantly reduce battery life.
1. While the device is on, press .
2. Move the Thumb Stick left and
right to adjust the brightness level.

Calibrating the Compass

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Calibrate the electronic compass
outdoors. To improve heading
accuracy, do not stand near objects that
influence magnetic fields, such as cars,
buildings, or overhead power lines.
The eTrex 30 has a 3-axis, electronic
compass.
You should calibrate the compass after
moving long distances, experiencing
temperature changes, or changing the
batteries.
1. Select Compass.
2. Select menu.
3. Select Calibrate Compass > Start.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Selecting a Profile

Profiles are a collection of settings that
optimize your device based on how
you are using it. For example, your
settings and views can be different
when you are using the device for
geocaching and for navigating on
water.
1. Select Profile Change.
2. Select a profile.
waypoints
Waypoints are locations you record and
store in the device.