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  • Page 1 Foretrex ™ personal navigator ® owner’s manual...
  • Page 2 Information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes. Visit the Garmin Web site (www.Garmin.com) for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of this and other Garmin products.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for choosing the Garmin Foretrex 101. To get the most from your new Foretrex 101, read through the Quick Start Guide first, then this Owner’s Manual to under- stand all of the operating features. The Quick Start Guide describes the process of navigating the Main Pages and the Option Menus, along with some basic unit operations to familiarize you with your new Foretrex 101 right out of the box.

  • Page 4: Cleaning The Unit And Wrist Strap

    Care Information Cleaning the Unit and Wrist Strap The Foretrex 101 is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Clean the unit using a cloth dampened with a mild de- tergent solution and then wipe dry. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic components.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Foretrex 101 Overview ... 1 Using the Buttons ... 2 Using the Wrist Strap ... 3 Installing Batteries ... 5 Turning on the Foretrex 101 ... 6 Using the Main Pages ... 7 Switching Between the Main Pages ... 7 Main Pages ...8 Satellite Page ...8...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Table of Contents Routes Menu Page...34 Using the Routes Menu Page ... 34 Creating a Route ... 34 Using the Route Page ... 35 Deleting All Routes ... 36 Route Setup ... 37 Route Setup Options ... 37 Editing a Route ... 38 Navigating a Route ...

  • Page 7: Overview

    With handy and convenient wrist-strap design, the power- ful Foretrex 101 allows you to store up to 500 waypoints and 20 routes in the unit’ s mem- ory, while also providing built-in WAAS capability. In addition, the Foretrex 101 boasts a...

  • Page 8: Using The Buttons

    Overview Getting Started Using the Buttons POWER GOTO PAGE button: POWER • Press and hold to turn unit on and off • Press and release to turn display backlight on and off GOTO button: • Press to initiate a Goto (navigate to a specific destination/waypoint) button: PAGE •...

  • Page 9: Using The Wrist Strap

    The Foretrex 101 has been designed to comfortably fit your wrist. For best perfor- mance, wear the Foretrex 101 like a watch, with the top face of the unit oriented towards the sky. A strap extension provides additional length and easily attaches to the existing strap.
  • Page 10 To remove the wrist strap from the Foretrex 101: 1. Place your Foretrex 101 on a cloth or soft surface to avoid scratching the case. 2. While holding the Foretrex 101 steady with one hand, use a jeweler’s band pin removing tool or a very soft flat head screwdriver.

  • Page 11: Installing Batteries

    Installing Batteries The Foretrex 101 operates on two AAA alkaline batteries (not included), which are placed in the back of the unit. Rechargeable alkaline, NiMH, NiCad, or lithium batteries may be used. Refer to section “Set System Page” for instructions on selecting battery type.

  • Page 12: Turning On The Foretrex 101

    Satellite Page Turning on the Foretrex 101 After you have placed the batteries in the Foretrex 101, it is ready for use. Allow the Foretrex 101 time to track satellites and determine your position the first time you use it.

  • Page 13: Using The Main Pages

    Using the Main Pages All of the information needed to operate the Foretrex 101 is found on six main ‘pages’ (or display screens). These pages are the Satellite, Map, Navigation, Trip Computer, Timer (if enabled), and Main Menu. Switching Between the Main Pages...

  • Page 14: Main Pages

    NOTE: If you are using your Foretrex 101 for the first time, have moved over 500 miles from the location you last used your Foretrex 101 unit, or have not used your Foretrex 101 in more than one month, allow time for the unit to track satel- lites by leaving it outside with a clear view of the sky for 15 to 30 minutes.

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Backlighting And Contrast

    Adjusting the Backlighting and Contrast If the lighting conditions make it hard for you to see the screen, adjust the contrast or turn on the backlight. You may also make these adjustments through the Main Menu Page. Refer to the “Setup Menu: Set Display” section for more information. To use the backlight: 1.

  • Page 16: Map Page

    Waypoint names and symbols are also shown on the map. To help you better visualize the ‘real world’, Foretrex 101 automatically rotates the map as you move, so that waypoints that are ahead of you are always displayed above the animated figure.
  • Page 17 Map Setup: Press when this is highlighted to adjust the map settings including: ENTER Orient Map (Ahead or Northward): When ‘AHEAD’ is selected, the top of the map is oriented in the direction you are currently moving. When ‘NORTHWARD’ is selected, the map is always oriented to the North.
  • Page 18 Main Pages Map Page Clearing the Track Log Measure Distance Page Edit Number Page To clear the track log from the Map Page: 1. Press the ENTER button while on the Map Page to display the Map Page Options. 2. Press the DOWN button to highlight ‘CLEAR TRACK LOG’...

  • Page 19: Navigation Page

    Using the Navigation Page The Navigation Page helps guide you to a destination. When you are moving with no particular destination in mind, the Navigation Page shows you your moving direction and speed. When you are moving towards a specific destination (navigating a course), the Navigation Page displays the name of the location, two data fields (that display distance to final destination and speed by default), and a direction arrow in the compass ring.

  • Page 20: Trip Computer

    Main Pages Trip Computer Trip Computer: Four small data fields Trip Computer Options Using the Trip Computer The Trip Computer stores information for your trip from the time it is reset until it is re- set again. The Trip Computer displays information about your trip, such as your maximum speed and trip odometer.

  • Page 21: Timer Page

    Displaying the Timer Page By default, the Timer Page is not displayed. You must access the Main Menu and enable the Timer Page before you can display and use it. To enable the Timer Page: 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed. 2.
  • Page 22 Main Pages Timer Page Set Timer Page: Timer Defaults Setting the Count Down From field Edit Time Page To set the Timer: 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed. 2. Use the DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press 3.

  • Page 23: Using The Timer Page

    Using the Timer Page After the Timer Page is enabled and a count down time is entered, you can use the timer for a variety of applications, such as running and sailboat racing. The synchronization and quick reset capabilities make the Foretrex an extremely handy timer. To stop and start the timer: 1.

  • Page 24: Main Menu Pages

    Waypoints Menu Main Menu Page Basics The Main Menu Page gives you access to the Foretrex 101 unit’ s waypoints, tracks, routes, and setup screens. When the Main Menu Page is displayed, use the buttons to highlight the desired sub-page (Waypoints, Tracks, Routes, or Setup), and press ENTER to open that page.

  • Page 25: Waypoints Menu Page

    Waypoints Menu Page The Waypoints Menu Page provides access to your waypoints and allows you to delete and create waypoints. To open the Waypoints Menu Page: 1. From the Main Menu Page, use the 2. Press the ENTER button to access the Waypoints Menu Page. To create a waypoint: 1.
  • Page 26 Main Menu Pages Waypoints Menu Page Main Menu Page Waypoints Menu To view the nearest waypoints page: 1. From the Main Menu Page press the then press the ENTER button. 2. Select ‘NEAREST’ and press the ENTER waypoints by name and distance from your location. Nearest Waypoints Page 3.

  • Page 27: Marking A Waypoint

    Marking a Waypoint The Mark Waypoint Page, shown to the right, allows you to define a location as a waypoint and then change the waypoint symbol, name, elevation, and location (latitude and longitude). Entering a known location, then saving it as a Waypoint, works well for geocaching.
  • Page 28 Main Menu Pages Waypoints Menu Page Mark Waypoint Page Changing the waypoint symbol Edit Waypoint Name Page To change the symbol: 1. From the Main Menu Page press the ENTER button to display the Mark Waypoint Page. 2. Press the DOWN button and highlight the symbol in the flag.
  • Page 29 To change the elevation: 1. From the Main Menu Page press the ENTER button to display the Mark Waypoint Page. 2. Press the DOWN button and highlight the ‘ELEV’ field and press the button to display the Enter Correct Elevation Page. 3.

  • Page 30: Review Waypoint Page

    Main Menu Pages Waypoints Menu Page Review Waypoint Page Delete Waypoint Page Waypoint on Map Review Waypoint Page The Review Waypoint Page allows you to change the waypoint symbol, name, eleva- tion and location (just as on the Mark Waypoint Page). You can also delete the waypoint, display the waypoint on the Map Page, start a Goto, and display the Review Waypoint Page Options.
  • Page 31 To start a Goto from the Review Waypoint Page: 1. On the Review Waypoint Page, press the 2. Press the ENTER button to activate the ‘GOTO’ with the selected waypoint as the destination. To start a Goto using the GOTO Button: 1.

  • Page 32: Projecting A Waypoint

    Edit Number Page Projecting a Waypoint Using the Project waypoint feature, the Foretrex 101 can create a waypoint at a specified distance and bearing using an existing waypoint as a reference. You can also change the waypoint name, symbol, and elevation on this page.

  • Page 33: Hunting And Fishing Information

    Hunting and Fishing Information This feature provides you with a listing of best times for hunting and fishing for the chosen waypoint and date. To display the hunting and fishing information: 1. Press the PAGE button to access the Main Menu. Press the ‘WAYPOINTS’...

  • Page 34: Sun And Moon Information

    Main Menu Pages Waypoints Menu Page Waypoint Options Sun and Moon Page Changing the date Sun and Moon Information This feature provides you with a list of sun rise/set and moon rise/set times for the se- lected waypoint for the current date. A graphic display of the moon phase is also displayed. You may view Sun and Moon information for any date.

  • Page 35: Tracks Menu Page

    The Foretrex 101 uses this information to allow you to navigate using the saved track. The track log starts recording as soon as the Foretrex 101 gets a location fix. For the best results, clear the track log before you start traveling because when the track log is full, the new track points overwrite the oldest track points.

  • Page 36: Using The Track Log

    Main Menu Pages Tracks Menu Page Main Menu Page Tracks Menu Page Panning the Track Log Using the Track Log To use the track log, select the ‘PAN TRACK LOG’ option to show a pointer that moves along the track log when you press the To Pan the track log: 1.

  • Page 37: Using The Setup Track Page

    Main Menu Pages Using the Setup Track Page Recording: Turn the track log recording ‘ON’ and ‘OFF’. Record Interval: You can set the track recording interval to change based on ‘DISTANCE’, Tracks Menu Page ‘TIME’, or ‘AUTO’. If ‘DISTANCE’ or ‘TIME’ is selected, enter a value (a specific distance or time) in the next field.
  • Page 38 Main Menu Pages Tracks Menu Page Tracks Menu Page Saved Tracks List Delete All Saved To save a track: 1. Press the PAGE button to access the Main Menu. Press the ‘TRACKS’ is highlighted to open the Tracks Menu Page. 2.

  • Page 39: Track Page Options

    Main Menu Pages Track Page Options From the Saved Tracks List, highlight a track and press to display the options for ENTER that track. Tracks Menu Page Navigate: Press ENTER to navigate this track. Select to begin navigation from the begin- ning point or the end point.

  • Page 40: Routes Menu Page

    Route navigation allows you to create a sequence of intermediate waypoints that lead you to your final destination. The Foretrex 101 stores 20 routes, each with up to 125 waypoints. The Routes Menu Page provides access to your routes and allows you to delete and create routes.

  • Page 41: Using The Route Page

    Using the Route Page Each route saved in your Foretrex 101 is displayed in the Routes List. You can then access each route displayed in its own individual Route Page. From the Route Page you can edit the route, delete the route, and follow the route.

  • Page 42: Deleting All Routes

    Main Menu Pages Routes Menu Page Main Menu Page Routes Menu Page Deleting All Routes You can quickly delete all routes from the Route Menu Page. This is especially helpful after a vacation where the stored routes no longer apply to your location. You can also delete points within the route.

  • Page 43: Route Setup

    Foretrex 101 to begin guiding you to that waypoint. For example, if you enter 1000 feet, the Foretrex 101 will begin guiding you to the next waypoint (the next leg of the route) when you are within a 1000 feet radius of that point.

  • Page 44: Editing A Route

    Main Menu Pages Routes Menu Page Route Page Edit Route Name Editing the Route Name Editing a Route You can edit many elements of a route, such as the route name and the route order. You can add waypoints at any point along the route. You can also remove waypoints from the route.
  • Page 45 To insert a waypoint in the route: 1. With the Route Page displaying, use the you would like to enter the new waypoint before. Press the 2. Use the DOWN buttons to highlight ‘INSERT’ then press 3. Use the buttons to select the desired waypoint in the Add Point UP, DOWN, ENTER to Route Page.

  • Page 46: Navigating A Route

    Main Menu Pages Routes Menu Page Route Page Inserting a waypoint Route with new waypoint added Navigating a Route A Route can be navigated using the Map Page or the Navigation Page. The Map Page displays your movement, the route line, and waypoints on the route. The Navigation Page shows the direction you need to travel using the pointer in the compass.

  • Page 47: Setup Menu: Set Timer

    Using the Setup Menu The Setup Menu allows you to setup several aspects of the Foretrex 101, such as the timer, display, interface, and system. You must access the Setup Menu and then select one of the options in the Setup Menu to access the individual Setup Pages. The Setup Menu contains the following pages: Set Timer, Set Time, Set Display, Set Units, Set Heading, Set Interface, and Set System.

  • Page 48: Setting The Timer

    Main Menu Pages Setup Menu: Set Timer Set Timer Page Setting the Count Down From field Edit Time Page Setting the Timer You can set the timer to count down from a particular time. For example, if you are in a race that has a two-minute warning before the start, program your Foretrex to count down from two minutes.

  • Page 49: Expired And Interval Timer Tones

    To set the expired action: 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed. 2. Use the DOWN buttons to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press 3. Use the buttons to highlight ‘SET TIMER’ and press DOWN 4. Use the DOWN buttons to highlight the field below ‘STOP’...

  • Page 50: Setup Menu: Set Time

    Daylight Savings Time. When you select 12-hour time formatting, the clock will read like a standard clock with 12-hour AM and 12-hour PM cycles. The 24- hour option sets the Foretrex 101 to display a 24-hour cycle (Military Time). To change the time format: 1.

  • Page 51: Daylight Savings Time

    Daylight Savings Time Daylight savings time can be set to ‘AUTOMATIC’ (using the built-in almanac to auto- matically change the clock settings when daylight savings goes into or out of effect). You can choose ‘YES’ to manually add daylight savings or ‘NO’ to remain on standard time. To change the daylight saving field: 1.

  • Page 52: Setup Menu: Set Display

    Main Menu Pages Setup Menu: Set Display Setup Menu Set Display Page Selecting the light timeout Set Display Page Light Timeout The ‘LIGHT TIMEOUT’ option allows you to set the display backlight timeout (stays on, 15 or 30 seconds, and 1 or 2 minutes) and to adjust the display contrast. To change the light timeout: 1.

  • Page 53: Setup Menu: Set Units

    Using the Foretrex 101 with a paper map increases the navigation power of each. To use a map in conjunction with the Foretrex 101, you must select the position format, map datum, map units, and north reference (set in the Set Heading Page) to match the map. The Foretrex 101 supports both the UTM/UPS and latitude/longitude grids, which define posi-...

  • Page 54: Map Datums

    A map datum is a reference model of the earth’ s shape. Every map uses a map datum which is usually listed in the title block of the map. The default datum in the Foretrex 101 is WGS 84 (World Geodetic Survey, 1984). You should only change the datum if you are using maps or charts that specify a different datum.

  • Page 55: Distance/Speed, Elevation, And Vertical Speed

    Distance/Speed, Elevation, and Vertical Speed The Foretrex 101 allows you to customize speed and distance readouts. To change the Distance/Speed, Elevation, or Vertical Speed: 1. Press the PAGE button until the Main Menu Page is displayed. Use the buttons to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press 2.

  • Page 56: Setup Menu: Set Heading

    Main Menu Pages Setup Menu: Set Heading Setup Menu Set Heading Page Selecting the angle setting Set Heading Page You can set the angle units and the North Reference in the Set Heading Page. Angle: Select the unit of measurement for angles to display in. Highlight ‘DEGREES’ and press ENTER to display angle units as degrees (360°).

  • Page 57: Setup Menu: Set Interface

    If ‘GARMIN DGPS’ or ‘RTCM/NMEA’ format is selected, additional fields are provided to control a GARMIN differential beacon receiver (e.g. GBR 21 & GBR 23) directly from your unit. In the ‘BEACON’ list, select ‘SCAN’ to tune automatically, or select ‘USER’ to manually tune the receiver and enter the beacon frequency and bit rate.

  • Page 58: Setup Menu: Set System

    Owner Information and reset the unit to the defaults. Setup Menu: Set System GPS Mode: Enable (‘NORMAL’) and disable (‘OFF’) the GPS Receiver. You can also enable WAAS, Battery Save, or Demo modes. Refer to the following page.

  • Page 59: Gps Mode

    WAAS System, access the Federal Aviation Administration Web site at http://gps.faa.gov. Battery Save: When the Foretrex 101 is in ‘BATTERY SAVE’ mode, the GPS receiver turns on and off alternatively to conserve power. Demo: The ‘DEMO’ mode is designed for dealers to show the features and functions of the Foretrex 101 to potential customers inside a closed building where satellite reception is not possible.

  • Page 60: Appendix

    Up to 15 hours typical use Specifications subject to change without notice. The temperature rating for the Foretrex 101 may exceed the usable range of some batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture at high temperatures. Extensive use of screen backlighting may reduce battery life.

  • Page 61: Data Field Options

    Appendix The available data field options for the Navigation Page and Trip Computer Page are: Bearing—The direction from your current location to a destination. Data Field Options Course—The direction from your starting location to a destination. Elevation—The altitude (height) above or below sea level. Final Dest (Destination)—The last waypoint on your route.
  • Page 62 Appendix Next ETA—The estimated time of day you will reach the next waypoint on the route. Next ETE—The estimated time elapsed until you reach the next waypoint on the route. Data Field Options Odometer—A running tally of distance travelled, based upon the distance between second- by-second position readings.

  • Page 63: Compliance, License, And Warranty Information

    FCC Compliance The Foretrex 101 complies with Part 15 of the FCC regulations and with Canadian RSS-210 and ICES-003 for Class B digital devices. Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this de- vice must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 64: Software License Agreement

    Software are valuable trade secrets of Garmin and that the Software in source code form remains a valuable trade secret of Garmin. You agree not to decompile, disassemble, modify, reverse assemble, reverse engineer or reduce to human readable form the Software or any part thereof or create any derivative works based on the Soft- ware.

  • Page 65: Limited Warranty

    This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will at its sole option repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost.
  • Page 66 Garmin dealer for repairs. The Foretrex 101 is sealed shut. Any attempt to open the case to change or modify the unit in any way will void your warranty and may result in permanent damage to the equip-...

  • Page 67: Safety Information

    Appendix WARNING: If you choose to use the Foretrex 101 in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the Foretrex 101 to secure the GPS unit so that it will not cause damage or personal injury in the event of an accident. Do not mount the Foretrex 101 over airbag panels...

  • Page 68: Index

    Final ETE 55 Destination 13 Follow a Route 35, 40 DGPS 51 Display 46 Display Timer 15, 41 GARMIN 51 GARMIN DGPS 51 Getting Started 1 Edit GOTO 2, 11, 24, 25, 26, 30 Location 23 GPS 6 Route 38, 39...
  • Page 69 Waypoint 19, 21, 34 Mark Waypoint 30 Interface 51 Max Speed 55 Interval Tones 43 Measure Distance 10, 12 Moonrise 28 Language 52 Moonrise and Moonset 28 Lat/Lon 55 Moonset 28 Latitude 21, 23, 47, 55 Moon Phase 28 Light Timeout 46 Moving Average 55 Location 23, 55 Moving Time 55...
  • Page 70 Index Set Time 44, 45 Waypoints 22 Set Timer 41, 42, 43 Synchronize Timer 17 Set Units 47, 48, 49 System 52, 53 Setup Track 31 Set Display 46 Temperature 54 Set Heading 50 Text Out 51 Set Interface 51 Time 56 Set System 52, 53 Timeout...
  • Page 72 For the latest free software updates (excluding map data) throughout the life of your Garmin products, visit the Garmin Web site at www.garmin.com. © Copyright 2004 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151 Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, U.S.A.

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