Garmin legend Dépliant

LEGEND

External Power

and Data

Connector

Indexing

(Alignment)

Bar

The THUMB STICK:

(When moved or pressed in, button ‘clicks’)

• Press to enter highlighted options or confirm mes-

sages.

• Move Up/Down or Right/Left to move through lists,

highlight fields, on-screen buttons, icons, enter data

or move the map panning arrow.

• Press in and hold for two seconds to mark your cur-

rent location as a waypoint.

Installing the Batteries

The eTrex Legend operates on two AA batteries (not

included), which are placed in the back of the unit. Recharge-

able Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries may be used,

but cannot be charged in the unit.

Stored data will not be lost when changing the batteries.

Battery Cover

D-Ring

Slot for Carry

Lanyard

Attachment

You can transfer optional detailed map data to the eTrex Legend

from a GARMIN MapSource® CD-ROM. Available choices

include the MetroGuide, Points of Interest (Businesses, Landmarks,

Cities, and Marine navaids), BlueChart™, Fishing Hot Spots,

Topographic maps, Roads and Recreation, and WorldMap mapping

guides.

See your Owner’s Manual for connection details.

Additional Map Data Available

Operating the eTrex Legend

The Main Pages,

Setting the Time Zone

If the Legend is “Ready to Navigate” (Step 3) but the time

shown is not correct, you may need to change the Time Zone

selection.

To change the Time Zone:

1. Use the PAGE button to access the

Main Menu.

2. Use the THUMB STICK to high-

light the SetUp icon and then press
it in to display the SetUp Menu.

3. Use the THUMB STICK to high-

light the Time icon and then press it
in to display the Time Page.

4. Use the THUMB STICK to high-

light the ‘Time Zone’ field then
press it in to display the list of time

Backlighting/Contrast Adjustment

Adjusting Backlight/Contrast

To turn the backlight On and Off:

1. Press the POWER button to turn the

backlight On.

2. Press again to turn the backlight Off.
3. If no button is pressed (after 15

seconds*), the backlight will turn Off
automatically.

To adjust the screen contrast:

1. Use the PAGE button to access the

Satellite Page.

2. Use the

ZOOM IN and OUT buttons

to adjust the contrast.

*To set the backlight feature for longer On Time,
refer to the Owner’s Manual.

The unit may take up to 5 minutes

to establish a position the first time

you use it outside with a clear view of

the sky. After that, it should take only

15 to 45 seconds. When the Legend

has acquired enough satellite signals to

determine your location, a “Ready To

Navigate” message and your location

coordinates and elevation are shown.

Start Up Sequence

To turn the unit On:

1. Press and hold the POWER

button.

2. Press the

PAGE button to

acknowledge the copyright.

3. Carefully read the warning

message and press the PAGE
button to acknowledge and
proceed to the Satellite Page.

Satellite Page:

displaying

Satellite Position,

Signal Strength, Location,

and Elevation

The FIND button:
• Press to access the Find Menu.

NOTE: While designed to be held and operated in the left hand,

the unit can be used with the right hand, if preferred.

The PAGE button:
• Press to cycle through main pages.
The POWER button:
• Press and hold to turn the unit On/Off.
• Press to toggle the backlighting On/Off.

Previewing the Main Pages

All of the information you need to operate the eTrex Legend

is found on the five Main Pages (or display screens). To preview

these pages, press the PAGE button to cycle from one page to the

next. The five pages are shown in order below.

Satellite Page - Provides a visual reference of satellites being tracked.

Map Page - Displays your movements and nearby map features.

Navigation Page - Provides guidance to your destination.

Trip Computer - Provides a variety of trip and navigation data.

Main Menu - A directory of advanced features and settings.

Satellite Page

Map Page

Navigation Page

Trip Computer

Main Menu

Points of Interest List

Map Showing Resturant

Choice

The ZOOM IN and OUT buttons:
• When on the Map Page, press to Zoom

in and out.

• When on the Satellite Page, press to

adjust the screen contrast.

Using the Button Functions

Protective Cover

POWER

Button

ZOOM

and
OUT

Buttons

LCD

Display

5. Highlight a time zone and then press the THUMB STICK.
6. The correct time is displayed at the bottom of the page.

To install the batteries:

1. Remove the battery cover from the

back of the unit by turning the D-ring
1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pull-
ing out.

2. Insert the batteries observing proper

polarity as shown at the right.

3. Reinstall the battery

cover by turning the D-
ring 1/4 turn clockwise.