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Garmin Foretrex 401 User Manual

Garmin Foretrex 401
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Garmin Foretrex 401 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Outdoor (hiking, trekking)Yes
Marine (chartplotters, sounders)No
Routes quantity20
Tracks quantity10
Number of waypoints500
Form factorHandheld
Display resolution100 x 64 pixels
Display number of colorsMonochrome
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
Battery typeAAA
Battery life (max)17 h
Number of batteries supported2
Sustainability certificatesRoHS
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth23 mm
Width75 mm
Height43 mm
Weight87.3 g

Summary

Introduction

Manual Conventions

Explains button usage and text conventions for navigation.

Product Registration

Prompts users to register their product online for better support.

Contact Garmin

Provides contact details for product support in the USA and UK/Europe.

Foretrex Features

Optional Accessories

Directs users to the Garmin website for a list of available accessories and maps.

Getting Started

Buttons

Details the functions of the power, page/goto, enter/mark, and up/down buttons.

Installing Batteries

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing batteries into the device.

Turning On Your Foretrex

Instructs users on how to turn the Foretrex device on for the first time.

Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals

Explains the process and conditions required to acquire GPS signals for location finding.

Using the Backlight

Details how to use and adjust the device's backlight for visibility.

Using the Main Pages

Map Page

Explains how to view the map, clear track logs, and measure distances on the map page.

Compass Page

Describes how the compass page guides navigation with a bearing pointer and how to calibrate it.

Elevation Page (401 only)

Explains the elevation page, its zoom function, and how to calibrate the barometric altimeter.

Trip Computer

Describes the trip computer's display of speed, odometer, and other statistics, and how to customize data fields.

Main Menu

Explains how the main menu provides access to setup screens, waypoints, tracks, and routes.

Waypoints, Tracks, and Routes

Waypoints

Defines waypoints as recorded locations and explains how to mark and navigate to them.

Editing Waypoints

Details how to edit waypoint names, symbols, and coordinates from the waypoint page.

Hunt and Fish

Describes the hunting and fishing almanac feature for finding best dates and times.

Sun and Moon

Details the Sun and Moon page, showing sunrise, sunset, and moon phase information.

Recording your Tracks

Explains how the Foretrex records track logs while moving and how to save them.

Creating and Navigating Routes

Guides users on creating new routes by selecting waypoints and navigating them.

Settings

Map Menu Options

Explains options within the map menu for panning, clearing track logs, and measuring distances.

Compass Menu Options

Details options within the compass menu, specifically calibration.

Elevation Menu Options

Outlines options for the elevation page, including plotting, zooming, and viewing data points.

Trip Computer Options

Covers changing data fields and resetting trip data in the trip computer settings.

Main Menu Options

Lists options available from the main menu, such as creating waypoints and managing tracks/routes.

Data Field Options

Lists and describes available data fields for the Foretrex device.

Timer

Timer Options

Details options for configuring the timer, including alerts and expiration behavior.

GPS

Setting GPS Mode

Guides users on setting the GPS mode, including options for indoor use.

Satellite Reception

Describes how the satellite page shows location, accuracy, and signal strength.

Sky View

Explains the Sky View feature, which shows the location of satellites providing a signal.

Appendix

Pairing the Foretrex 401

Details how to pair the Foretrex 401 with wireless sensors like heart rate or cadence monitors.

Wireless Data Transfers

Describes how to send and receive waypoints, routes, and tracks wirelessly with other Garmin devices.

Connecting Your Foretrex to a Computer

Guides users on connecting the Foretrex to a computer via USB for data access.

Adding Waypoints, Tracks, and Routes

Explains how to add waypoints, tracks, and routes to the device by pasting .gpx files from a computer.

Jumpmaster

Introduces the Jumpmaster accessory for skydivers and provides information on its use.

Storing the Foretrex

Advises on proper storage of the Foretrex to prevent damage from extreme temperatures.

Battery Information

Provides essential information about battery types (AAA) and handling precautions.

Optimizing Battery Life

Offers suggestions to maximize battery performance and life, such as adjusting backlight and tones.

Resetting the Foretrex

Describes how to perform a soft reset if the device becomes unresponsive, without losing data.

Clearing User Data

Explains how to clear all user history and entered information from the device.

Replacing the Wristband

Provides instructions for replacing the device's wristband.

Cleaning the Unit and Wristband

Offers guidance on cleaning the device and its wristband using mild solutions.

Specifications

Details the physical, performance, and accuracy specifications of the Foretrex device.

Software License Agreement

Outlines the terms and conditions of the software license agreement for using the device.

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

States the device's compliance with EU directives and directs users to the website for full details.

FCC Compliance

Explains the FCC compliance rules and conditions under which the device operates.

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