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General| Sport (fitness, running) | No |
|---|---|
| Marine (chartplotters, sounders) | Yes |
| Routes quantity | 200 |
| Number of waypoints | 2000 |
| Form factor | Handheld |
| Interface | USB, NMEA 0183 |
| Internal memory | 1724 MB |
| Display diagonal | 2.6 \ |
| Display number of colors | 65536 colors |
| Display size (HxV) (imperial) | 1.6 x 2.2 \ |
| Battery type | AA |
| Battery life (max) | 20 h |
| Battery technology | Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) |
| Number of batteries supported | 2 |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 30 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 66 mm |
| Height | 152 mm |
| Weight | 218.3 g |
Configure critical Position Format (hddd.ddddd°) and Map Datum (WGS 84) for accurate navigation.
Optimize screen sequence and configure system settings like GPS status and battery type.
Adjust display options like backlight and screen colors, and configure map orientation and data fields.
Manage track logging, saving, archiving, and clearing for progress recording.
Adjust audio tones, set time format and zone, and configure heading display options.
Set routing method, recalculation, and avoidance options for navigation.
Learn to find and navigate to stored waypoints using the 'GoTo' function.
Understand dual-action keys and long key-presses for advanced operation.
Create waypoints at current or remote locations for assistance or route planning.
Navigate a sequence of waypoints (a Route) for efficient journey planning.
Connect the GPS to the vehicle's 12V supply via a fused connection.
Position the external aerial for clear skyline view to ensure maximum GPS accuracy.
Securely fix the GPS using robust mounts, avoiding direct sunlight on the screen.
Choose between Bearing and Course Deviation Indicator pointers on the compass page.
Learn to accurately report your position using the 'Where Am I?' feature.
Manage track logging, saving, archiving, and clearing for progress recording.
Understand master reset for freezing issues and test mode for diagnostics.
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