Connecting To Your Computer; Data Exchange; Map Transfer - DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 User Manual

Note: Large maps may take
longer to transfer to the device.
Note: To activate your Earth-
mate PN-40 for exchanging
maps and data with your DeLo-
rme desktop software, connect
the device to your computer
and select the Data Exchange
option. Then, in your mapping
software, click the Exchange
button on the toolbar. This
enables the full capabilities that
are available for exchanging
maps and data.
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geocaching, and other activities. You can transfer more detailed maps to the Earthmate PN-40
using:
• PN-40 Detailed Map DVDs— Included with your Earthmate PN-40 are three DVDs of detailed
pre-cut Topo USA data of the entire U.S. Install the maps you need on your SD/SDHC card to
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easily and quickly get them on your device. When you use the pre-cut maps, you do not have
to include the topographic data from your mapping software in your map package — which
means smaller file size and faster transfer to the Earthmate PN-40.
• Compatible DeLorme Mapping Software—Instructions for sending maps to your Earthmate
PN-40 vary by application. For more information, see the mapping application's Help system for
instructions on sending maps to your Earthmate PN-40.
• Online Map Cutter—Visit http://data.delorme.com. You must have an Internet connection
to use this website. For instructions on sending maps to your Earthmate PN-40 with this online
application, see the Online Map Cutter Help system.
You can also use the NetLink tab in your mapping software to download many types of data, such
as satellite imagery, aerial imagery, USGS Topo Quad maps, NOAA nautical charts, and more.
Step 5 — Use the Pages to Track, View Your Position While You Travel, and More
For more information about a specific page on the Earthmate PN-40, see its section in the manual.

Connecting to Your Computer

When you connect your Earthmate PN-40 to your computer, the Connect to Computer screen
displays. This allows you to select the correct option for transferring information between your
mapping application and your device. If you do not want to see this screen when you connect your
Earthmate PN-40 to your computer, you can hide it using the Device Setup/Connect to Computer
menu. For more information, see To Modify the Computer Connection Settings on page 69.

Data Exchange

Use this option for GPS use and to transfer waypoints, tracks, and routes to or from the device. This
is the default transfer method. You can transfer map packages, but transfer will be slower than the
map transfer method. Highlight Data Exchange and press ENTER.

Map Transfer

Use this option to quickly transfer map packages. Highlight Map Transfer and press ENTER. On