Garmin Montana 650t User Manual

Getting Started

Instead of the lithium-ion battery pack, 

you can use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium 

batteries. This is especially useful 

when you are on the trail and cannot 

charge the lithium-ion battery pack. 

Use NiMH or lithium batteries for best 

results.
1.  Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, 

and pull up to remove the cover.

2.  Insert three AA batteries, observing 

polarity.

3.  Replace the battery cover, and turn 

the D-ring clockwise.

4.  Hold   (

5.  Select   > Setup > System > AA 

Battery Type.

6.  Select Alkaline, Lithium, or 

Rechargeable NiMH.

Hold   (

).

After the device is turned on, it begins 

acquiring satellite signals. The device 

may need a clear view of the sky to 

acquire satellite signals. When the 

 bars turn green, your device has 

acquired satellite signals. The time and 

date are set automatically based on 

the GPS position. To adjust the time 

settings, see 

For more information about GPS, go to