Getting Started; Here We Go; Backlighting And Contrast - Garmin eTrex Summit - Hiking GPS Receiver Owner's Manual

Getting Started

The Getting Started Section introduces you to the basic operation 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 unit' 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 SkyView Page.
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NOTE: When you use the eTrex Summit for the first time, it may 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.
The eTrex Summit needs to receive at least three strong satellite signals to find your loca-
tion. The SkyView Page shows you a graphic representation of the satellites being tracked and
the strength of the satellite signals. A status message is displayed at the top of the page.
When you see the "READY TO NAVIGATE" message in the status box, eTrex Summit has
found your location and the GPS receiver is initialized and ready for use.

Backlighting and Contrast

If lighting conditions make it hard for you to see the screen, 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 adjust the screen contrast, press the
PAGE button until you see the SkyView Page. Press and hold the UP button to make the
screen darker; press and hold the DOWN button to make the screen lighter.
Getting Started

Here We Go

The SkyView Page
The "READY TO NAVIGATE" message
must appear before you can begin using
your eTrex Summit to navigate.
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