Specifications - Garmin AA2401 Owner's Manual

Device Care
Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can
damage plastic components and finishes.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent
damage.
The device is water resistant to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can
withstand accidental immersion in 1 meter of water for 30
minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the
device. After submersion, be certain to wipe dry and air dry the
device before using or charging.
Cleaning the Device
Even small amounts of sweat or moisture can cause corrosion
of the electrical contacts when connected to a charger.
Corrosion can prevent charging and data transfer.
1
Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild
detergent solution.
2
Wipe it dry.
After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely.
Data Management
NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows 95, 98, Me,
Windows NT , and Mac OS 10.3 and earlier.
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File Types
The handheld device supports these file types.
• Files from BaseCamp or HomePort
/trip_planning.
• GPX track files.
• GPX geocache files. Go to www.garmin.com/geocache.
• GGZ geocache files. Go to www.garmin.com/geocache.
• JPEG photo files.
• GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader. Go to
www.garmin.com/products/poiloader.
Installing a Memory Card
Do not use a sharp object to remove user-replaceable batteries.
You can install a microSD memory card in the handheld device
for additional storage or pre-loaded maps.
1 Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the
cover.
2
Remove the battery.
3
Slide the card holder
4
Place the memory card with the gold contacts facing down.
5
Close the card holder.
6
Slide the card holder to
7
Replace the battery and cover.
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Connecting the Device to Your Computer
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather
cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to
a computer.
Before you can operate your device while connected to your
computer, you must install batteries. The computer USB port
may not provide enough power to operate the device.
1
Pull up the weather cap from the mini-USB port.
2
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB port.
3
Plug the large end of the USB cable into a computer USB
port.
On Windows computers, the device appears as a removable
drive or a portable device, and the memory card may appear
as a second removable drive. On Mac computers, the device
and memory card appear as mounted volumes.
Transferring Files to Your Device
1
Connect the device to your computer.
On Windows computers, the device appears as a removable
drive or a portable device, and the memory card may appear
as a second removable drive. On Mac computers, the device
and memory card appear as mounted volumes.
NOTE: Some computers with multiple network drives may not
display device drives properly. See your operating system
documentation to learn how to map the drive.
2
On your computer, open the file browser.
3
Select a file.
4
Select Edit > Copy.
5
Open the portable device, drive, or volume for the device or
memory card.
6
Browse to a folder.
7
Select Edit > Paste.
The file appears in the list of files in the device memory or on
the memory card.
Deleting Files
If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your
device memory contains important system files that should not
be deleted.
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.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
If your device is connected to your computer as a removable
drive or volume, you must safely disconnect your device from
your computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected to
your Windows computer as a portable device, it is not necessary
to safely disconnect.
1
Complete an action:
• For Windows computers, select the Safely Remove
Hardware icon in the system tray, and select your device.
• For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the trash.
2
Disconnect the cable from your computer.

Specifications

Battery type NiMH battery pack or two AA batteries
(1.5 V or lower alkaline, NiMH, or lithium)
Battery life Up to 16 hr.
Water rating IEC 60529 IPX7*
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Device Information