Garmin Automobile Accessories 190 01771 00_0A User Manual

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Alpha 100 with T5  
Owner’s Manual  
June 2014  
190-01771-00_0A  
Printed in Taiwan  
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Table of Contents  
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T5 Dog Collar Device  
Getting Started  
WARNING  
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the  
product box for product warnings and other important  
information.  
Setting Up the Alpha System  
NOTICE  
Avoid using a high-powered radio (greater than 5 watts) in close  
proximity to the device. It may cause irreversible damage to the  
device.  
Before you can use the Alpha handheld device and the T5 dog  
collar device, you must set up the devices.  
VHF antenna  
Collar  
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Install the battery in the handheld device (Installing the  
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GPS antenna  
Power key  
Charge the handheld device (Charging the Handheld  
Device).  
Charge the dog collar device (Charging the Dog Collar  
Device).  
Getting More Information  
You can find more information about this product on the  
Garmin website.  
Turn on the devices (Turning On the Devices).  
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If necessary, add the dog collar device to the handheld  
Acquire satellite signals (Acquiring Satellite Signals).  
Attach the collar (Fitting the Collar on Your Dog).  
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Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer  
for information about optional accessories and replacement  
parts.  
Device Overviews  
Alpha 100 Handheld Device  
Registering Your Device  
Help us better support you by completing our online registration  
today.  
Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe  
place.  
Installing the Battery Pack  
WARNING  
This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent the  
possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by  
battery exposure to extreme heat, store the device out of direct  
sunlight.  
Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the  
cover.  
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Locate the metal contacts on the end of the lithium-ion  
battery.  
GPS antenna  
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VHF radio antenna  
Insert the battery into the compartment, contacts first.  
Training keys  
Power key  
Mounting spine  
microSDmemory card slot (under battery)  
Battery cover D-ring  
Mini-USB port (under weather cap)  
Press the battery into place.  
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Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise.  
Getting Started  
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On the dog collar device, hold the power key until the status  
LED flashes and the collar beeps.  
Charging the Handheld Device  
NOTICE  
Turning Off the Devices  
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather  
cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to  
a computer.  
On the handheld device, hold the power key until the  
LCD display turns off.  
On the dog collar device, hold the power key until the status  
LED changes color.  
You should fully charge the battery before you use the device  
for the first time. Charging a fully depleted battery takes about 2  
hours.  
Acquiring Satellite Signals  
Both the collar and handheld device must acquire satellite  
signals before you put the collar on your dog. Acquiring  
satellites can take a few minutes.  
NOTE: The device will not charge when it is outside the  
temperature range of 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C).  
Lift the weather cap  
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Go outdoors to an open area.  
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Turn on both devices (Turning On the Devices).  
Select the power key on the handheld device.  
shows the GPS signal strength.  
When the collar has acquired satellite signals, the status LED  
flashes a double-blink or triple-blink in green.  
Using the Touchscreen  
Select  
Select  
to open the application drawer.  
to open a menu.  
Select to close the page and return to the previous page.  
Select  
Select  
to return to the previous page.  
Plug the small end of the power cable into the mini-USB port  
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to save changes and close the page.  
on the device.  
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Select and to scroll.  
Select to search by name.  
Plug the other end of the power cable into an appropriate  
power source.  
Locking the Touchscreen  
You can lock the screen to prevent inadvertent screen touches.  
Charging the Dog Collar Device  
NOTICE  
Select the Power key.  
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To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the contacts on the collar  
and the surrounding area before connecting the charging clip.  
Select  
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Unlocking the Touchscreen  
You should fully charge the battery before you use the device  
for the first time. Charging a fully depleted battery takes about  
five hours. The device will not charge when outside the  
temperature range of 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C).  
Select the Power key.  
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Select  
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Snap the charging clip onto the device  
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Dog Collar Device Setup  
Methods to Add a Dog Collar Device to a  
Handheld Device  
If you purchased the dog collar device and the handheld device  
separately, you must add the dog collar device to the handheld  
device. You can add up to 20 dog collar devices to one  
handheld device.  
Using MURS/VHF: Allows you to add a dog collar device after  
you have placed the dog collar device into pairing mode by  
pressing the power key.  
This method is helpful when you are adding a new accessory  
collar to the system prior to leaving for the hunt (Adding a  
Plug the included power cable into the mini-USB port on the  
charging clip cable.  
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Entering the track and train codes: Allows you to add a dog  
collar device that you do not own and that is not in the area.  
The dog's owner must determine if you can only track the  
dog or can track and train the dog. This method requires the  
dog's owner to find and communicate the codes to the  
person adding the dog collar device.  
Plug the power cable into a power source.  
The status LED is solid red when the collar is charging.  
After the status LED turns solid green, remove the charging  
clip from the collar.  
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This method is helpful when you would like to add a dog  
collar device during a hunt, but you are not near the dog. For  
example, you are adding another member of your hunting  
party's dog collar device to your handheld device, but you do  
Turning On the Devices  
On the handheld device, hold the power key until the  
LCD display turns on.  
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Dog Collar Device Setup  
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not own the dog collar device (Adding a Dog Using the Track  
Select Show Info.  
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Sharing a Dog Wirelessly  
NOTE: This feature varies based on dog collar device type  
and feature availability in your area. You may see track  
codes only or track and train codes.  
Before you can share data wirelessly over ANT+, you must  
bring your Alpha handheld device within 10 ft. (3 m) of the other  
handheld device.  
Sharing wirelessly using ANT+™ wireless technology:  
Allows you to add a dog collar device that you do not own  
and that is not in the area. The dog's owner must determine  
if you can only track the dog or can track and train the dog.  
This method does not require the dog's owner to find and  
communicate the codes to the person adding the dog collar  
device. This method also adds dog information, such as the  
dog's name, communication settings, and initial position,  
from the sending handheld device to your device. The two  
handheld devices must be within range 3 m (10 ft.) to share  
data wirelessly.  
Select Dog List.  
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Select the dog to share.  
Select Share Wirelessly.  
Select an option:  
To allow the other person only to track your dog's location  
with the map and dog tracking compass, select Track  
Only.  
To allow the other person to track your dog and correct  
your dog's behavior, select Track and Train.  
This method is helpful when you want to add a dog collar  
device during a hunt, but you are not near the dog. For  
example, the dogs have already been let loose, and you are  
near the dog owner, who can share the dog wirelessly  
On the other handheld device, select Dog List >  
Receive Wirelessly.  
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Editing Dog Information  
Resetting a Dog's Statistics and Track  
You might want to clear the dog statistics and track before a  
new hunt.  
VHF Radio Information  
This product may be used only on specific radio frequencies,  
which vary depending on the country of use. See the product  
packaging or go to www.garmin.com/tracking-legal for details  
about the radio frequency of this product.  
Select Dog List.  
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Select a dog.  
Select Show Info > Reset > Yes.  
Adding a Dog Over MURS/VHF  
If the dog collar device is on, turn off the dog collar device  
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Changing the Length of the Dog's Track  
You can adjust the length of the dog's tracks shown on the map.  
Showing less tracks on the map can help to declutter the map  
view. Changing the length of the track shown on the map does  
not affect the tracks stored in the internal memory.  
Hold until the dog collar device emits two series of beeps  
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(about 2 seconds), and then release  
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The status LED flashes rapidly in green. The dog collar  
device is now ready to be linked, or paired, with a handheld  
device.  
Select Setup > Dogs > Dog Track On Map.  
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Select an option to show more or less of the tracks on the  
map.  
On the handheld device, select Dog List > Add Dog.  
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Bring the dog collar device near the handheld device, and  
select Yes.  
Changing the Dog Name  
Select Dog List.  
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After successfully adding the dog collar device, enter the  
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Select a dog.  
name of the dog, and select  
> OK.  
Select Show Info.  
Select the dog’s name.  
Enter the name, and select  
Adding a Dog Using the Track and Train Codes  
NOTE: This feature varies based on dog collar device type and  
feature availability in your area.  
> OK.  
Changing the Color of the Dog's Track  
You can change the track color of the dog. It is helpful to have  
the track color match the color of the collar strap, if possible.  
Before you can add a dog using the track and train codes, the  
dog owner must find the track and train codes (Finding the Dog  
ID and Track and Train Codes) and tell them to you.  
If you are not near the dog you want to add or you cannot put  
the collar into pairing mode, you can add the dog using the track  
and train codes.  
Select Dog List.  
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Select a dog.  
Select Show Info.  
Select Add Dog.  
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Select the colored square next to the dog’s name.  
Select a color.  
When asked if you are near the collar, select No.  
When asked if you know the track and train codes, select  
Yes.  
Changing the Dog Type  
Before you can change the dog type, the collar must be turned  
on and within range of the handheld device.  
Enter the track or train code for the collar, and select  
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The dog’s track code allows you to track the dog. The dog’s  
train code allows you to both track and train the dog.  
Select Dog List.  
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Enter the name of the dog, and select  
> OK.  
Select a dog.  
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Select Show Info >  
Select a dog type.  
> Change Dog Type.  
Finding the Dog ID and Track and Train Codes  
You can share a dog’s track code so another person can view  
your dog’s location with the map and dog tracking compass.  
Also, you can share a dog’s train code so another person can  
track your dog and train (correct) your dog.  
Changing the Dog ID  
Before you can change the dog ID, the collar must be turned on  
and within range of the handheld device.  
Select Dog List.  
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Select a dog.  
Dog Collar Device Setup  
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If you are experiencing interference from other collars or  
handheld devices in the area, you might need to change the ID  
for the dog.  
automatically. After bark detection is enabled, you can set up a  
bark alert (Setting Dog Alerts).  
Communication with the Collar  
Select Dog List.  
Select a dog.  
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You should keep an unobstructed line of sight between your  
handheld device and the dog collar device to produce the best  
communication signal. To achieve the best line-of-sight  
conditions, you should move to the highest elevation point in  
your area (for example, on the top of a hill).  
Select Show Info.  
Select  
> Change ID.  
Select an available ID.  
If another handheld device is tracking this dog, for best results,  
remove the dog from the device, and use the track and train  
share wirelessly over ANT+ (Sharing a Dog Wirelessly) to add  
the dog again.  
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Good  
Poor  
Setting Dog Alerts  
You can adjust how the handheld device alerts you to certain  
actions of the dog.  
Select Setup > Dogs > Dog Alerts.  
Select an alert.  
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Select the handheld device action for the specific alert.  
Repeat steps 2 and 3 as needed.  
Removing a Dog  
Dog Tracking  
Select Dog List.  
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The handheld device allows you to track your dog, using the  
tracking compass or map. The map displays your location and  
your dog's location and tracks. The compass pointer indicates  
the direction of the dog's current location.  
Select a dog.  
Select Remove.  
Fitting the Collar on Your Dog  
Before you can put the collar on the dog, you must pair the  
handheld device and collar (Adding a Dog Over MURS/VHF),  
and acquire satellite signals (Acquiring Satellite Signals).  
Tracking Your Dog on the Map  
Before you can track a dog or contact on the map, you must  
add them to the handheld device (Adding a Dog Over  
Position the collar with the VHF whip antenna pointing up,  
the GPS antenna facing up, and the LEDs facing forward.  
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You can view the dog's location and other contacts' locations on  
the map.  
Place the collar around the middle of the dog's neck.  
Tighten the strap so it is snug around the dog's neck.  
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Select  
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NOTE: The collar should fit tightly and should not be able to  
rotate or slide on the dog's neck. The dog must be able to  
swallow food and water normally. You should observe your  
dog's behavior to verify the collar is not too tight.  
If necessary select and to zoom in and out of the map.  
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TIP: If necessary, select to track the dog using the dog  
tracking compass (Dog Tracking Compass).  
If the strap is too long, cut off the excess, leaving at least  
3 in. (7.62 cm) to spare.  
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Tracking and Training One Dog at a Time  
NOTE: This feature applies only to dog collar devices with  
training features.  
Enabling Bark Detection  
When you are tracking and training multiple dogs, you can  
enable the device to display only one dog at a time, and you  
can ensure the dog being viewed on the compass is the dog  
being trained.  
NOTE: This feature is not available in all areas.  
Select Setup > Dogs > Bark Detection.  
A barking icon appears on the dog tracking page and the map  
page.  
Select  
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> List Sync On.  
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When the dog collar device is active and properly fitted on the  
dog (Fitting the Collar on Your Dog), it detects barks  
Select and to cycle through the dogs.  
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Dog Tracking  
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Select a dog.  
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Dog Status Icons  
Select Show Info >  
> Stop Tracking.  
Sitting  
Running  
On point  
Treed  
Pausing All Dog Tracking  
If you are moving the dogs during a hunt and you do not want to  
record the transportation of the dogs, you can pause the  
tracking of all of the dogs.  
Select  
Select  
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Unknown*  
> Pause All Tracking.  
*The unknown status icon indicates that the collar has not  
acquired a satellite signal and that the handheld device cannot  
determine the location of the dog.  
Location Alerts  
Location alerts notify you when your dogs or contacts enter or  
exit a particular location. You can create a custom geofence or  
use a radius around your current location.  
Dog Tracking Compass  
To open the dog tracking compass, select  
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A geofence is an invisible boundary around an area and is  
created using points on the map. The virtual boundaries of a  
geofence are accurate up to approximately 10 ft. (3 m).  
Geofences perform best when sized to cover an area  
encompassing an average sized backyard (approximately  
¼ acre).  
Setting a Geofence Alert  
You can set up an invisible boundary around an area and  
receive an alert when a dog or contact enters and exits that  
area.  
Select Setup > Location Alerts > Add Alert > Geofence.  
Select a point on the map, and select Use.  
Repeat step 2 to define a geofence with up to 10 points.  
Select Done.  
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You can use the dog tracking compass to view the direction and  
distance to your dog. The dog tracking compass also shows the  
dog's status, such as running or on point (Dog Status Icons).  
The color of the pointer corresponds to the color of the dog  
track.  
Setting a Radius Alert  
You can receive an alert when a dog or contact gets within or  
outside of a certain distance away from you.  
Select Setup > Location Alerts > Add Alert > Radius.  
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The dog tracking compass is most accurate when the dog is  
more than 30 ft. (9.1 m) away. When the dog is less than 30 ft.  
(9.1 m) away, "Near" appears.  
Select the unit of measurement.  
Enter the radius distance, and select  
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Editing Location Alerts  
Select Setup > Location Alerts.  
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Navigating to Your Dog  
Select Dog List.  
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Select an alert.  
Select the dog.  
Select an option:  
Select Show Info > Go.  
The map opens.  
Select Disable to turn off notifications for this alert.  
Select Set Alert Type to set the way the device notifies  
you for this alert.  
Follow the magenta line to the dog.  
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Select Set Alert Mode to set the notification to sound on  
exit, entrance, or both.  
If necessary, select to track the dog using the dog tracking  
compass.  
Select Delete to remove the alert.  
Tracking with BaseCamp™ BaseStation  
Before you can track your dogs and contacts using BaseCamp,  
you must download BaseCamp to your computer  
Dog Training  
You should research and investigate the training methods best  
suited for you, your dog, and your needs. This manual provides  
some basic guidelines for training, but each dog has unique  
training needs.  
The BaseStation feature of BaseCamp allows you to track your  
dogs and contacts in real-time on a computer. For more  
information on using BaseCamp, see the help file in the  
application.  
When used properly, the Alpha training system is a very  
effective training tool to aid your dog in reaching its full potential.  
The use of the training system should be part of an overall  
training program.  
Select Setup > System > BaseCamp BaseStation >  
Prompted.  
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Open BaseCamp.  
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Begin training your dog on a leash, without the Alpha training  
system. You should train your dog how to heel, sit, and come to  
you. After the dog understands these three basic commands,  
you can begin training with the dog collar device and the leash.  
Finally, when the dog consistently obeys commands using the  
leash and collar, you may be able to remove the leash to train  
with only the dog collar device.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
Pausing Dog Tracking  
You can pause the tracking of a single dog during a hunt. This  
can be helpful if the dog is taking a break.  
Select Dog List.  
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Dog Training  
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Bring the two handheld devices near each other, and select  
Yes on your handheld device.  
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Training Methods  
NOTE: Training features are not available in all areas for  
tracking collars.  
On the contact's handheld device, select  
> Contacts >  
Pair.  
Tone: Activates an audible tone instead of stimulation. A tone  
can be used as either a positive or negative training cue,  
depending on your training program.  
On your handheld device, enter the name of the contact, and  
select > OK.  
The contact is added to your handheld device.  
Vibration: Applies vibration instead of stimulation to the dog the  
entire time you press the training key, for a maximum of 8  
seconds. The effectiveness of vibration may vary based on  
the dog's temperament and experience.  
You can repeat this procedure using another hunter's handheld  
device to add your contact ID to that device.  
Adding a Contact Using a Contact ID  
Setting Up the Training Keys for One Dog  
NOTE: Training features are not available in all areas for  
tracking collars.  
Before you can add a hunter using a contact ID, the hunter must  
find the contact ID (Finding Your Contact ID) and send it to you.  
You must also turn on the transmitter (Turning On the  
Before you can assign the training keys to a dog, you must add  
the dog to the handheld device (Adding a Dog Over MURS/  
VHF).  
If you are not near the hunter you want to add, you can add the  
hunter using a contact ID.  
On your handheld device, select  
> Contacts > Add.  
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By default, the training keys are set to tone (T), vibration (V), or  
light (L) for each key. This mode is most useful when training  
only one dog. When training multiple dogs, it may be helpful to  
customize a training key for each dog and for each training  
When asked if you are near the other handheld device,  
select No.  
When asked if you know the contact ID, select Yes.  
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Select the contact ID for the contact you are adding.  
Select Setup > Training > Training Buttons.  
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Enter the name of the contact, and select  
> OK.  
Select the area at the top of the screen directly below the  
keys.  
The contact is added to your handheld device.  
You can repeat this procedure using another hunter's handheld  
device to add your contact ID to that device.  
Select  
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In this mode, the left key provides a tone. The right key provides  
a vibration.  
Initiating an Emergency Alert  
Before you can initiate an emergency alert, you must turn on the  
transmitter (Turning On the Transmitter).  
Customizing the Training Keys  
NOTE: Training features are not available in all areas for  
tracking collars.  
Before someone can receive your emergency alert, someone  
must add you as a contact (Adding a Contact Using MURS/  
VHF).  
Before you can assign the training keys to a dog, you must add  
a dog to the handheld device (Adding a Dog Over MURS/VHF).  
You can use an emergency alert when you need immediate  
assistance and you are away from your group.  
You can assign a specific dog training method to each training  
key. You can add multiple pages of training key settings. This  
mode is most useful when training multiple dogs.  
Select  
> Contacts >  
> Yes.  
When your contact accepts your emergency alert request,  
the device displays a message indicating that your contact  
has started navigating to your location.  
Select Setup > Training > Training Buttons > Change  
Mode.  
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Select below the key you are customizing.  
Select the dog to train with this key.  
Select tone (T), vibration (V), or light (L).  
Repeat steps 2-4 for all three keys.  
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After receiving the alert, your contacts can navigate to your  
location.  
Sending a Message to Your Contacts  
You can send and receive automated messages. There are 18  
messages choose from, such as "Help" and "I'm Coming."  
If you need to train with more than three keys, select  
Insert Page, and program the additional keys.  
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Select  
> Contacts > Message.  
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Select  
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Select a message.  
The message is sent to your contacts with your name before the  
message. Anyone tracking your handheld device receives the  
message.  
Contact Tracking  
You can track other hunters so you know where they are at all  
times. You can also send messages to your contacts. One  
Alpha handheld device can track up to 20 devices, including T5  
dog collar devices and Alpha handheld devices.  
Tracking a Contact  
You can keep track of contacts' locations using the map.  
Select  
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Adding a Contact Using MURS/VHF  
Before you can add a contact using MURS/VHF, you should be  
near the contact, and you must turn on the transmitter (Turning  
Finding Your Contact ID  
Select Setup > Contacts > Pairing Setup.  
The contact ID for your handheld device is listed under ID.  
You can add fellow hunters to your handheld device so you can  
track them on the map (Tracking a Contact) and send  
messages to them (Sending a Message to Your Contacts).  
On your handheld device, select  
> Contacts > Add.  
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Select Show Info.  
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Changing Your Contact ID  
Select  
> Adjust Collar Light.  
If you are experiencing interference from other collars or  
handheld devices in the area, you might need to change the  
contact ID for your handheld device.  
Select Continuous, Blink Slow, or Blink Fast.  
TIP: Select different light setting for each dog to help you  
identify the dogs in the field.  
Select Setup > Contacts > Pairing Setup > ID.  
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Select a contact ID that is not yet assigned to another device  
in the area.  
Turning On Rescue Mode  
You can turn on rescue mode to conserve battery power at the  
end of a long hunt or if your dog might get out of range.  
If you select a contact ID that interferes with devices in the  
area, you should select a new contact ID.  
Each time a contact changes their contact ID, you must update  
the contact ID in your handheld device(Updating a Contact ID).  
Select Dog List.  
Select a dog.  
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Select Show Info >  
> Rescue Mode.  
Updating a Contact ID  
If a contact has changed their contact ID (Changing Your  
Contact ID), you can quickly update the contact ID in your  
handheld device.  
After you have turned on rescue mode, it stays on until you turn  
it off.  
When the collar battery power falls below 25%, the collar data  
updates only once every 2 minutes.  
Select  
> Contacts.  
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Select the contact.  
Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks  
Select Show Info.  
Select  
> Change ID.  
Waypoints  
Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device.  
Select the contact ID that matches the contact's new contact  
ID.  
Marking Your Current Location  
Select Mark.  
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Hunting with the Alpha System  
You can perform many tasks that are very helpful when you are  
hunting with the Alpha system.  
Select an option:  
Select New.  
Select a default location name, such as Truck or Camp.  
Mark your truck's location (Marking Your Truck Location).  
Track your dogs (Tracking Your Dog on the Map).  
Track your fellow hunters (Tracking a Contact).  
Mark the location of a covey (Marking a Covey).  
Select Save.  
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Marking a Waypoint Using the Map  
Select  
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Select the location on the map.  
Select the information bar along the top of the screen.  
Select > OK.  
Send messages to your fellow hunters (Sending a Message  
Turn on the collar light (Turning On the Collar Light).  
Put the collar into rescue mode to save battery power  
Editing a Waypoint  
Before you can edit a waypoint, you must create a waypoint.  
Pause tracking while you move the dogs (Pausing Dog  
Select  
> Waypoint Manager.  
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Select a waypoint.  
Marking Your Truck Location  
You can mark the location of the truck, so you can navigate  
back to your truck after the hunt.  
Select an item to edit, such as the name.  
Enter the new information.  
Select  
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Select New Hunt.  
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Repositioning a Waypoint to Your Current Location  
You can change the position of a waypoint. For example, if you  
move your vehicle, you can change the location to your current  
position.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
Marking a Covey  
You can mark a covey location and enter the estimated number  
of birds flushed and the number of birds taken.  
Select  
> Waypoint Manager.  
Select a waypoint.  
Select > Reposition Here.  
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Select Mark.  
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Select Covey.  
The waypoint location changes to your current location.  
Enter the number of birds flushed.  
Enter the number of birds taken.  
Select OK.  
Moving a Waypoint on the Map  
Select  
> Waypoint Manager.  
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Select a waypoint.  
Turning On the Collar Light  
You can turn on the LEDs on the collar at night to help locate a  
dog or to warn drivers if a dog wanders near a road. The light is  
visible for up to 100 yards.  
Select  
> Move Waypoint.  
Select the new location on the map.  
Select Move.  
Select Dog List.  
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Select a dog.  
Hunting with the Alpha System  
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To view the point on the map, select Review.  
Increasing the Accuracy of a Waypoint Location  
You can refine a waypoint location for more accuracy. When  
averaging, the device takes several readings at the same  
location and uses the average value to provide more accuracy.  
To change the order of the points on the route, select  
Move Up or Move Down.  
To insert an additional point on the route, select Insert.  
Select  
> Waypoint Manager.  
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The additional point is inserted before the point you are  
editing.  
Select a waypoint.  
Select  
> Average Location.  
To remove the point from the route, select Remove.  
Move to the waypoint location.  
Reversing a Route  
Select Start.  
Select  
> Route Planner.  
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Follow the on-screen instructions.  
When the confidence status bar reaches 100%, select Save.  
Select a route.  
Select Reverse Route.  
For best results, collect 4 to 8 samples for the waypoint, waiting  
at least 90 minutes between samples.  
Viewing a Route on the Map  
Select  
> Route Planner.  
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Projecting a Waypoint  
You can create a new location by projecting the distance and  
bearing from a marked location to a new location.  
Select a route.  
Select View Map.  
Viewing the Active Route  
Select  
> Waypoint Manager.  
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Select  
> Active Route.  
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Select a waypoint.  
Select a point in the route to view additional details.  
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Select  
> Project Waypoint.  
Enter the bearing, and select  
Select a unit of measure.  
Enter the distance, and select  
Select Save.  
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Deleting a Route  
Select  
> Route Planner.  
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Select a route.  
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Select Delete Route > Yes.  
Deleting a Waypoint  
Tracks  
Select  
> Waypoint Manager.  
Select a waypoint.  
Select > Delete > Yes.  
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A track is a recording of your path. The track log contains  
information about points along the recorded path, including  
time, location, and elevation for each point.  
Recording Track Logs  
Routes  
Select  
> Setup > Tracks > Track Log.  
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A route is a sequence of waypoints or locations that leads you  
to your final destination.  
Select Record, Do Not Show or Record, Show On Map.  
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If you select Record, Show On Map, a line on the map  
indicates your track.  
Creating a Route  
Select  
Point.  
> Route Planner > Create Route > Select First  
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Select Record Method.  
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Select an option:  
Select a category.  
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To record tracks at a variable rate that create an optimum  
representation of your tracks, select Auto.  
Select the first point on the route.  
Select Use > Select Next Point.  
Select a point.  
To record tracks at a specified distance, select Distance.  
To record tracks at a specified time, select Time.  
Repeat steps 3 through 6 to add all the points in the route.  
Select Interval.  
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Complete an action:  
Editing the Name of a Route  
Select  
> Route Planner.  
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If you selected Auto for the Record Method, select an  
option to record tracks more or less often.  
Select a route.  
NOTE: Using the Most Often interval provides the most  
track detail, but fills up the device memory quicker.  
Select Change Name.  
Enter the new name, and select  
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If you selected Distance or Time for the Record Method,  
enter a value, and select  
Navigating a Saved Route  
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Select  
> Route Planner.  
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As you move with the device turned on, a track log is created.  
Select a route.  
Viewing Details about the Track  
Select View Map > Go.  
Select  
> Track Manager.  
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Navigate using the compass (Navigating with the Bearing  
Pointer) or map (Map).  
Select a track.  
Select View Map.  
Editing a Route  
The beginning and the end of the track are marked by flags.  
Select the information bar along the top of the screen.  
Information about the track is listed.  
Select  
> Route Planner.  
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Select a route.  
Select Edit Route.  
Select a point.  
Viewing the Elevation Plot of a Track  
Select  
> Track Manager.  
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Select an option:  
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Select a track.  
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Navigation  
You can navigate routes and tracks, to a waypoint, geocache,  
photo, or any saved location in the device. You can use the map  
or the compass to navigate to your destination.  
Select Elevation Plot.  
Navigating to the Start of a Track  
You can navigate back to the beginning of a track. This can be  
helpful when finding your way back to camp or the trail head.  
Map  
Select  
> Track Manager > Current Track > View Map.  
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represents your location on the map. As you travel, the icon  
moves and leaves a track log (trail). Waypoint names and  
symbols appear on the map. When you are navigating to a  
destination, your route is marked with a magenta line on the  
map.  
Select TracBack.  
The map page opens with your route marked with a magenta  
line.  
Navigate using the map (Map) or the compass (Navigating  
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When the map orientation is Track Up, objects on the map  
appear to rotate around your position. As you travel, the entire  
map reorients in the direction you are facing. You can stabilize  
the objects by setting the orientation to North Up (Map  
Changing the Track Color  
Select  
> Track Manager.  
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Select a track.  
Select Set Color.  
Select a color.  
To open the map, select  
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Measuring Distance on the Map  
You can measure the distance between two points.  
Saving the Current Track  
Select  
> Track Manager.  
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From the map, select a location.  
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Select a track.  
Select  
> Measure Distance > Use.  
Select an option:  
Move the pin to another location on the map.  
To save the entire track, select Save Track.  
To save part of the track, select Save Portion, and select  
the part to save.  
Compass  
The handheld device has a 3-axis, tilt-compensated compass.  
You can use a bearing pointer or a course pointer to navigate to  
your destination.  
Saving a Location on a Track  
Select  
> Track Manager.  
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Select a track.  
Calibrating the Compass  
Select View Map.  
NOTICE  
Select a location along the track.  
Select the information bar along the top of the screen.  
Calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. To improve heading  
accuracy, do not stand near objects that influence magnetic  
fields, such as vehicles, buildings, and overhead power lines.  
Select  
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Select OK.  
You should calibrate the compass after moving long distances,  
experiencing temperature changes, or removing the battery.  
Clearing the Current Track  
Select  
> Compass >  
> Calibrate Compass > Start.  
Select  
Current Track.  
> Track Manager > Current Track > Clear  
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Follow the on-screen instructions.  
Deleting a Track  
Navigating with the Bearing Pointer  
When navigating to a destination, points to your destination,  
regardless of the direction you are moving.  
Select  
> Track Manager.  
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Select a track.  
While navigating to a destination, select  
> Compass.  
Select Delete > Yes.  
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Turn until points toward the top of the compass, and  
continue moving in that direction to the destination.  
Archiving a Saved Track  
You can archive saved tracks to save memory space.  
Course Pointer  
Select  
> Track Manager.  
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The course pointer is most useful if you are navigating on water  
or where there are no major obstacles in your path. It also helps  
you avoid hazards to either side of the course, such as shoals  
or submerged rocks.  
Select a saved track.  
Select Archive.  
Archiving Tracks Automatically  
To enable the course pointer, from the compass, select  
Setup Heading > Go To Line/Pointer > Course (CDI).  
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Select Setup > Tracks > Auto Archive.  
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Select an option.  
Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly  
Before you can share data wirelessly, you must be within  
10 feet (3 m) of a compatible Garmin device.  
You can share waypoints, geocaches, routes, and tracks  
wirelessly.  
Select  
> Share Wirelessly.  
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Select Send or Receive.  
The course pointer indicates your relationship to the course  
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line leading to the destination. The course deviation indicator  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
(CDI) provides the indication of drift (right or left) from the  
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course. The scale refers to the distance between dots on  
the course deviation indicator, which tell you how far off course  
you are.  
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Trip Computer  
The trip computer displays your current speed, average speed,  
maximum speed, trip odometer, and other helpful statistics. You  
can customize the trip computer layout, dashboard, and data  
Where To? Menu  
You can use the Where To? menu to find a destination to  
navigate to. Not all Where To? categories are available in all  
areas and maps.  
To open the trip computer, select  
> Trip Computer.  
Resetting the Trip Computer  
For accurate trip information, reset the trip information before  
beginning a trip.  
Finding a Waypoint by Name  
Select  
> Where To? > Waypoints >  
Enter the name.  
Select  
> Spell Search.  
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Select  
> Trip Computer >  
> Reset > Reset Trip Data  
> Yes.  
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Finding a Waypoint Near Another Waypoint  
Applications  
Select  
> Waypoint Manager.  
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Select a waypoint.  
Setting a Proximity Alarm  
Proximity alarms alert you when you or your dogs are within a  
specified range of a particular location. A tone sounds when you  
enter the designated radius.  
Select  
> Find Near Here.  
Select a category.  
The list displays waypoints near the original waypoint.  
Select  
> Proximity Alarms.  
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Select Create Alarm.  
Select a category.  
Select a location.  
Select Use.  
Navigating with Sight 'N Go  
You can point the device at an object in the distance, lock in the  
direction, and navigate to the object.  
Select  
> Sight 'N Go.  
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Point the device at an object.  
Enter a radius.  
Select Lock Direction > Set Course.  
When you enter an area with a proximity alarm, the device  
sounds a tone.  
Navigate using the compass (Navigating with the Bearing  
Pointer) or map (Map).  
Calculating the Size of an Area  
Elevation Plot  
By default, the elevation plot displays the elevation for an  
elapsed time. You can customize the plot (Changing the Plot  
Type) and the data fields (Customizing the Data Fields).  
Select  
> Area Calculation > Start.  
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Walk around the perimeter of the area you want to calculate.  
When finished, select Calculate.  
To open the elevation plot, select  
> Elevation Plot.  
Viewing the Calendar and Almanacs  
You can view device activity, such as when a waypoint was  
saved, and almanac information for the sun and moon, and  
hunting and fishing.  
Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter  
You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter if you know  
the correct elevation or the correct barometric pressure.  
Go to a location where the elevation or barometric pressure  
is known.  
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Select an option:  
Select  
> Elevation Plot >  
> Calibrate Altimeter.  
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To view device activity for specific days, select Calendar.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
To view the sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset  
times, select Sun and Moon.  
Navigating to a Point on the Plot  
To view the predicted best times for hunting and fishing,  
select Hunt and Fish.  
Select  
> Elevation Plot.  
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Select an individual point on the plot.  
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If necessary, select or to view a different day.  
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Details about the point appear in the upper-left corner of the  
plot.  
Setting an Alarm  
Select  
> View Map.  
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Select  
> Alarm Clock.  
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Select the information bar along the top of the screen.  
Select and to set the time.  
Select Turn Alarm On.  
Select an option.  
Select Go.  
Navigate using the compass (Navigating with the Bearing  
Pointer) or map (Map).  
The alarm sounds at the selected time. If the device is off at the  
alarm time, the device turns on and sounds the alarm.  
Changing the Plot Type  
You can change the elevation plot to display pressure and  
elevation over time or distance.  
Opening the Stopwatch  
Select  
> Elevation Plot >  
> Change Plot Type.  
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Select  
> Stopwatch.  
Select an option.  
Satellite Page  
The satellite page shows your current location, GPS accuracy,  
satellite locations, and signal strength.  
Resetting the Elevation Plot  
Select  
> Elevation Plot >  
> Reset > Clear Current  
Track > Yes.  
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Changing the Satellite View  
Enabling the Map Data Fields  
By default, the satellite view is with North at the top. You can  
change the view of the satellites to be oriented with your current  
track toward the top of the screen.  
Select  
Fields.  
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> Setup Map > Dashboard > Small Data  
System Settings  
Select Setup > System.  
Select  
> Satellite >  
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Select Track Up.  
GPS: Sets the GPS to Normal, WAAS/EGNOS (Wide Area  
Augmentation System/European Geostationary Navigation  
Overlay Service), or Demo Mode (GPS off). For more  
information about WAAS, go to http://www.garmin.com  
Turning Off GPS  
Select  
> Satellite >  
> Use With GPS Off.  
> Use With GPS Off.  
Simulating a Location  
Select  
> Satellite >  
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BaseCamp BaseStation: Sets how the device connects to  
Select  
> Set Location On Map.  
BaseCamp when the device is connected to the computer.  
Select a location.  
Select Use.  
Dog Settings  
Select Setup > Dogs.  
VIRB™ Remote  
Dog Track On Map: Sets the length (duration in minutes or  
hours) of the dog track on the map. Reducing the duration of  
the track shown can reduce the clutter on the map.  
The VIRB remote function allows you to control your VIRB  
action camera from a distance. Go to www.garmin.com/VIRB to  
purchase a VIRB action camera.  
Zoom Map To Dogs: Automatically zooms the map to show all  
of the dogs' locations and your location unless you manually  
pan the map.  
Controlling a VIRB Action Camera with Your  
Handheld Device  
Before you can use the VIRB remote function on your handheld  
device, you must enable the remote setting on your VIRB  
camera. See the owner's manual for your VIRB camera for  
more information.  
Dog Alerts: Sets how you are alerted to certain actions (Setting  
Bark Detection: Enables the bark detection feature. This  
feature is not available in all areas.  
Turn on your VIRB camera.  
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Contact Settings  
From your handheld device, select  
> VIRB Remote.  
Select Setup > Contacts.  
Wait while the handheld device connects to your VIRB  
camera.  
Contact Track On Map: Sets the length (duration in minutes or  
hours) of the contact track on the map.  
Select an option:  
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Zoom Map To Contacts: Automatically zooms the map to show  
all of the contacts' locations and your location unless you  
manually pan the map.  
To start and stop recording video, select REC.  
To take a photo, select  
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Message Alerts: Sets message alerts to Tone, Vibrate, Tone  
and Vibrate, or Message Only.  
Customizing Your Device  
Pairing Setup: Sets the options your device uses to track and  
communicate with other devices.  
Customizing the Main Menu  
You can move, add, and delete items in the main menu.  
Display Settings  
Select Setup > Display.  
From the main menu, select Setup > Main Menu.  
Select a menu item.  
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Backlight Timeout: Adjusts the length of time before the  
Select an option:  
backlight turns off.  
Select Move Up or Move Down to change the location of  
the item in the list.  
Screen Capture: Allows you to save the image on the device  
screen.  
Select Remove to delete an item from the list.  
Battery Save: Saves the battery power and prolongs the  
battery life by turning off the screen when the backlight times  
Select Add Page to place an item on the list after you  
have removed it.  
Calibrate Screen: Aligns the screen to properly respond to  
Select  
items in the menu.  
> Restore Defaults to reset the order of all  
Calibrating the Touchscreen  
You can calibrate the screen, if it does not seem to be  
responding properly.  
Customizing the Data Fields  
Before you can customize the data fields on the map, you must  
enable the data fields (Enabling the Map Data Fields).  
Select Setup > Display > Calibrate Screen.  
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You can customize the data fields and dashboards of the map,  
compass, elevation plot, and trip computer.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
Open the page for which you will change the data fields.  
Select a data field to customize.  
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Appearance Settings  
Select Setup > Appearance.  
Mode: Sets a light background, a dark background, or  
automatically switches between the two based on the sunrise  
and sunset time for your current location.  
Select the new data field.  
For data field descriptions, see Data Field Options.  
Background: Sets the background image.  
Customizing Your Device  
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Day Highlight Color: Sets the color for selections made when  
Activity: Sets an activity for routing. The device calculates  
in day mode.  
routes optimized for the type of activity you are doing.  
Night Highlight Color: Sets the color for selections made when  
Route Transitions: Sets how the device routes from one point  
on the route to the next. This setting is available only for  
some activities. Distance routes you to the next point on the  
route when you are within a specified distance of your  
current point.  
in night mode.  
Setting the Device Tones  
You can customize tones for messages, keys, warnings, and  
alarms.  
Lock On Road: Locks the position icon, which represents your  
position on the map, onto the nearest road.  
Select Setup > Tones.  
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Select a tone for each audible type.  
Changing the Units of Measure  
You can customize units of measure for distance and speed,  
elevation, depth, temperature, and pressure.  
Map Settings  
Select Setup > Map.  
Select Setup > Units.  
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Orientation: Adjusts how the map is shown on the page. North  
Up shows north at the top of the page. Track Up shows your  
current direction of travel toward the top of the page.  
Automotive Mode shows an automotive perspective with  
the direction of travel at the top.  
Select a measurement type.  
Select a unit of measure for the setting.  
Time Settings  
Select Setup > Time.  
Guidance Text: Sets when the guidance text on the map is  
shown.  
Time Format: Sets the device to show time in a 12-hour or 24-  
Dashboard: Sets a dashboard to display on the map. Each  
dashboard shows different information about your route or  
your location.  
hour format.  
Time Zone: Sets the time zone for the device. Automatic sets  
the time zone automatically based on your GPS position.  
Map Information: Enables or disables the maps currently  
loaded on the device.  
Position Format Settings  
NOTE: Do not change the position format or the map datum  
coordinate system unless you are using a map or chart that  
specifies a different position format.  
Map Speed: Adjusts the speed at which the map is drawn. A  
faster map drawing speed decreases the battery life.  
Advanced Map Settings  
Select Setup > Map > Advanced Setup.  
Select Setup > Position Format.  
Position Format: Sets the position format for the location  
Auto Zoom: Automatically sets the zoom level for optimal use  
of your map. When Off is selected, you must zoom in or out  
manually.  
information.  
Map Datum: Sets the coordinate system on which the map is  
structured.  
Detail: Sets the amount of detail shown on the map. Showing  
more detail may cause the map to redraw more slowly.  
Map Spheroid: Shows the coordinate system the device is  
using. The default coordinate system is WGS 84.  
Shaded Relief: Shows detail relief on the map (if available) or  
turns off shading.  
Heading Settings  
Vehicle: Allows you to select a position icon, which represents  
You can customize the compass settings.  
Select Setup > Heading.  
your position on the map.  
Zoom Levels: Sets the zoom level at which map items will  
appear. Map items do not appear when the map zoom level  
is higher than the selected level.  
Display: Sets the type of directional heading shown on the  
compass.  
Text Size: Sets the text size for map items.  
North Reference: Sets the north reference used on the  
compass.  
Track Settings  
Go To Line/Pointer: Sets the behavior of the pointer that  
appears on the map. Bearing points in the direction of your  
destination. Course (CDI) shows your relationship to the  
course line leading to the destination.  
Select Setup > Tracks.  
Track Log: Turns track recording on or off.  
Record Method: Sets a track recording method. Auto records  
the tracks at a variable rate to create an optimum  
representation of your tracks.  
Compass: Automatically switches from an electronic compass  
to a GPS compass when you are traveling at a higher rate of  
speed for a period of time.  
Interval: Sets a track log recording rate. Recording points more  
frequently creates a more-detailed track, but fills the track log  
faster.  
Calibrate Compass: Calibrates the compass (Calibrating the  
Compass).  
Auto Archive: Sets an automatic archive method to organize  
your tracks. Tracks are saved and cleared automatically  
based on the user setting.  
Altimeter Settings  
Select Setup > Altimeter.  
Auto Calibration: Automatically calibrates the altimeter each  
Color: Sets the color of the track line on the map.  
time the device is turned on.  
Routing Settings  
Barometer Mode: Sets how the device measures barometric  
information. Variable Elevation allows the barometer to  
measure changes in elevation while you are moving. Fixed  
Elevation assumes the device is stationary at a fixed  
elevation, so the barometric pressure should change only  
due to weather.  
The device calculates routes optimized for the type of activity  
you are doing. The routing settings available vary based on the  
activity selected.  
Select Setup > Routing.  
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Pressure Trending: Sets how the device records pressure  
data. Save Always records all pressure data, which can be  
helpful when you are watching for pressure fronts.  
If using a dampened cloth, turn off the device and disconnect  
the device from power.  
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Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.  
Plot Type: Sets the type of data recorded and displayed in the  
plot. Records elevation changes over a period of time or  
distance, records barometric pressure over a period of time,  
or records ambient pressure changes over a period of time.  
Specifications  
Alpha 100 Handheld Device Specifications  
Calibrate Altimeter: Calibrates the altimeter.  
Battery type  
Rechargeable, replaceable lithium-ion  
Battery life  
Up to 20 hr.  
Marine Map Settings  
Select Setup > Marine.  
Operating temperature range  
Charging temperature range  
From -4° to 140°F (from -20° to 60°C)  
From 32° to 104°F (from 0° to 40°C)  
Marine Chart Mode: Sets the type of chart the device uses.  
Nautical displays various map features in different colors so  
the marine POIs are more readable and so the map reflects  
the drawing scheme of paper charts. Fishing (requires  
marine maps) displays a detailed view of bottom contours  
and depth soundings and simplifies map presentation for  
optimal use while fishing.  
Long-term storage temperature From 32° to 77°F (from 0° to 25°C)  
range  
VHF wireless range  
ANT+ low power wireless range About 10 ft. (3 m)  
Water rating IEC 60529 IPX7*  
Up to 9 mi.  
*The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to  
1 m for up to 30 min.  
Appearance: Sets the appearance of marine navigation aids on  
the map.  
T5 Dog Collar Device Specifications  
Marine Alarm Setup: Sets alarms for when you exceed a  
specified drift distance while anchored, when you are off  
course by a specified distance, and when you enter water of  
a specific depth.  
Battery type  
Battery life  
Internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery  
From 20 to 40 hr.  
Operating temperature range From -4° to 140°F (from -20° to 60°C)  
Charging temperature range From 32° to 104°F (from 0° to 40°C)  
Device Information  
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ANT wireless range  
Up to 10 m  
VHF radio range  
Water rating  
Up to 9 mi. (14.48 km)  
1 ATM*  
Viewing Device Information  
You can view the unit ID, software version, and license  
agreement.  
*The device withstands pressure equivalent to a depth of 10 m.  
Select Setup > About.  
Battery Information  
Updating the Software  
WARNING  
Before you can update the handheld device or collar software,  
you must connect the handheld device (Connecting the  
Collar to a Computer) to the computer.  
This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent the  
possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by  
battery exposure to extreme heat, store the device out of direct  
sunlight.  
You must update the software on the handheld device and  
collar separately.  
Do not use a sharp object to remove batteries.  
NOTE: Updating the software does not erase any of your data  
or settings.  
CAUTION  
Contact your local waste disposal department to properly  
recycle the batteries.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
1
2
Long-Term Storage  
NOTICE  
Device Care  
The normal long-term decrease in the charging capacity of  
lithium-ion batteries can be accelerated by exposure to elevated  
temperatures. Storing a fully charged device in a location with a  
temperature outside the long-term storage temperature range  
can significantly reduce its recharging capacity.  
NOTICE  
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme  
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent  
damage.  
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touch screen,  
or damage may result.  
When you do not plan to use the handheld device for several  
months, the battery should be removed. Stored data is not lost  
when the battery is removed.  
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic  
components.  
When you do not plan to use the collar for several months, the  
battery should be charged to about 50%. The device should be  
stored in a cool, dry place with temperatures around the typical  
household level. After storage, the collar should be fully  
recharged before use.  
Secure the weather cap tightly to prevent damage to the USB  
port.  
Cleaning the Device  
Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild  
detergent solution.  
1
Maximizing the Battery Life  
You can do several things to extend the life of the batteries in  
the handheld device and collar.  
Wipe it dry.  
2
Cleaning the Touchscreen  
Reduce the backlight brightness (Adjusting the Backlight  
Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.  
1
If necessary, lightly dampen the cloth with water.  
2
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Reduce the backlight timeout (Adjusting the Backlight  
Timeout).  
Turning Off the Transmitter  
You can disable transmitting to conserve battery power on the  
handheld device when you are not communicating with  
contacts.  
Select a longer duration for your handheld update rate  
NOTE: At cold temperatures, if you transmit when the battery is  
low, the device may shutdown.  
Turn off the transmitter (Turning Off the Transmitter).  
Use battery save mode (Turning On the Handheld Battery  
Select Setup > Contacts > Pairing Setup > Transmitting >  
Off.  
Decrease the map drawing speed (Adjusting the Map  
When the transmitter is off, you cannot send your location or  
messages to contacts.  
Put the dog collar device into rescue mode (Turning On  
Rescue Mode) to conserve the collar battery.  
Saving Energy While Charging the Device  
You can turn off the device display and all other features while  
charging.  
Extend the duration for the collar update rate (Changing the  
Dog Collar Device Update Rate) to conserve the collar  
battery.  
Connect your device to an external power source.  
The remaining battery capacity appears.  
Hold the power key for 4 to 5 seconds.  
1
Adjusting the Backlight Brightness  
Extensive use of screen backlighting can significantly reduce  
battery life. You can adjust the backlight brightness to maximize  
the battery life.  
2
The display turns off, and the device goes into a low power,  
battery charging mode.  
NOTE: The backlight brightness may be limited when the  
battery is low.  
Charge the device completely.  
3
Select  
.
1
2
Data Management  
Use the slider bar to adjust the backlight brightness.  
You can store files on your device. The device has a memory  
card slot for additional data storage.  
The device may feel warm when the backlight setting is high.  
Adjusting the Backlight Timeout  
You can decrease the backlight timeout to maximize the battery  
life.  
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NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows 95, 98,  
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Me, Windows NT , and Mac OS 10.3 and earlier.  
File Types  
The handheld device supports these file types:  
Select Setup > Display > Backlight Timeout.  
1
2
Select an option.  
Files from BaseCamp. Go to www.garmin.com/trip_planning.  
JPEG photo files.  
Changing the Dog Collar Device Update Rate  
Before you can change the collar update rate, the collar must be  
turned on and within range of the handheld device.  
GPX geocache files. Go to www.opencaching.com.  
You can select a longer duration for the update rate to conserve  
battery power.  
GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader. Go to  
Select Dog List.  
Select a dog.  
1
2
3
Installing a Memory Card  
WARNING  
Select Show Info >  
> Change Update Rate.  
Do not use a sharp object to remove user-replaceable batteries.  
Changing Your Handheld Update Rate  
You can select a longer duration for the update rate to conserve  
battery power.  
You can install a microSD memory card in the handheld device  
for additional storage or pre-loaded maps.  
Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the  
cover.  
1
Select Setup > Contacts > Pairing Setup > Update Rate.  
1
2
Select a new update rate.  
Remove the battery.  
2
3
4
Turning On the Handheld Battery Save Mode  
You can use battery save mode to prolong the battery life.  
Slide the card holder to OPEN and lift up.  
À
Place the memory card with the gold contacts facing down.  
Select Setup > Display > Battery Save > On.  
When in battery save mode, the screen shuts off when the  
backlight times out.  
Adjusting the Map Drawing Speed  
You can reduce the map drawing speed to conserve battery  
power.  
Select Setup > Map > Map Speed > Normal.  
Turning On the Transmitter  
Before you can add a contact or initiate an emergency alert, you  
must ensure the transmitter is enabled.  
NOTE: In cold temperatures, if you transmit when the battery is  
low, the device may shut down.  
Select Setup > Contacts > Pairing Setup > Transmitting >  
On.  
Close the card holder.  
5
6
7
Slide the card holder to CLOSE to lock it.  
Replace the battery and cover.  
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Connecting the Handheld Device to a Computer  
Disconnecting the USB Cable  
If your device is connected to your computer as a removable  
drive or volume, you must safely disconnect your device from  
your computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected to  
your Windows computer as a portable device, it is not  
necessary to safely disconnect.  
NOTICE  
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather  
cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to  
a computer.  
Complete an action:  
1
Lift the weather cap  
.
À
1
For Windows computers, select the Safely Remove  
Hardware icon in the system tray, and select your device.  
For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the trash.  
Disconnect the cable from your computer.  
2
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Purchasing Accessories  
Optional Maps  
You can use additional maps with the device, such as BirdsEye  
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB  
2
3
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satellite imagery, BlueChart g2, and City Navigator detailed  
maps. Detailed maps may contain additional points of interest,  
such as restaurants or marine services. For more information,  
go to http://buy.garmin.com or contact your Garmin dealer.  
connector on the device.  
Á
Plug the other end of the USB cable into an available USB  
port on the computer.  
Your device and memory card (optional) appear as  
removable drives in My Computer on Windows computers  
and as mounted volumes on Mac computers.  
ANT+ Sensors  
Your device can be used with wireless ANT+ sensors. For more  
information about compatibility and purchasing optional  
sensors, go to http://buy.garmin.com.  
Connecting the Collar to a Computer  
tempe™  
NOTICE  
The tempe is an ANT+ wireless temperature sensor. You can  
attach the sensor to a secure strap or loop where it is exposed  
to ambient air, and therefore, provides a consistent source of  
accurate temperature data. You must pair the tempe with your  
device to display temperature data from the tempe.  
To prevent corrosion, you should dry the contacts on the collar  
and the surrounding area before connecting the charging clip.  
You can connect the collar to your computer to use with  
programs like BaseCamp. The collar is not a mass storage  
device.  
Using Optional Fitness Accessories  
Bring the device within range 10 feet (3 m) of the ANT+  
accessory.  
1
Snap the charging clip onto the collar.  
1
2
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB port  
on the charging clip cable.  
Select  
> Setup > Fitness.  
2
3
4
5
Select Heart Rate Monitor or Bike Cadence Sensor.  
Select Search for New.  
Plug the other end of the USB cable into a USB port on the  
computer.  
3
Customize the data fields to view the heart rate or cadence  
Transferring Dog Tracks to BaseCamp  
You can transfer the dog tracks to BaseCamp.  
Connect the collar to the computer (Connecting the Collar to  
Tips for Pairing ANT+ Accessories with Your Garmin  
Device  
1
Verify that the ANT+ accessory is compatible with your  
Garmin device.  
The collar turns on automatically.  
Select  
.
2
3
Before you pair the ANT+ accessory with your Garmin  
device, move 10 m (32.9 ft.) away from other ANT+  
accessories.  
Open BaseCamp.  
BaseCamp recognizes and transfers the collar's internal  
track log.  
Bring the Garmin device within range 3 m (10 ft.) of the  
ANT+ accessory.  
Deleting Files  
After you pair the first time, your Garmin device automatically  
recognizes the ANT+ accessory each time it is activated.  
This process occurs automatically when you turn on the  
Garmin device and only takes a few seconds when the  
accessories are activated and functioning correctly.  
NOTICE  
If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your  
device memory contains important system files that should not  
be deleted.  
When paired, your Garmin device receives data from only  
your accessory, and you can go near other accessories.  
Open the Garmin drive or volume.  
If necessary, open a folder or volume.  
Select a file.  
1
2
3
4
Press the Delete key on your keyboard.  
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T5 Battery Replacement Instructions  
T5 Components  
Replace the battery cover.  
2
3
4
Replace the screws to secure the battery cover.  
Connect the battery connector and power connector.  
You may need to use a flat screwdriver to help secure the  
connectors.  
Select the power key to test the connections.  
5
When properly connected, a tone is emitted and the status  
LED blinks green.  
Turn off the device.  
6
7
Verify the gasket located inside the bottom cover is fully  
seated.  
Replace the back plate.  
8
9
Replace the six screws to secure the back plate.  
After you install the new battery, charge the collar completely.  
Replacing the Collar Strap  
Before you replace the collar strap, you must remove all dirt,  
water, and debris from the device (Cleaning the Device).  
Pull the collar strap out of the GPS antenna, VHF antenna  
guide, and the dog device.  
1
Back plate  
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Á
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Power key  
You may need to push and pull the collar strap to properly  
remove it. You may need to loosen the screw on the GPS  
antenna case, but do not remove them.  
Battery connector  
Battery cover  
Battery  
Thread the new collar strap through the dog device, VHF  
antenna guide, and GPS antenna.  
2
3
Power connector  
If necessary, tighten the screws that secure the GPS  
antenna case.  
Removing the Old Battery  
Before you replace the battery, you must remove all dirt, water,  
and debris from the device. You must also have a small Phillips  
screwdriver.  
Replacing the VHF Antenna in the Dog Collar Device  
NOTICE  
Remove the six screws from the outer edges of the back  
plate.  
1
Do not excessively bend the band that connects the main  
device case with the GPS antenna.  
NOTE: You should leave the two inner screws in place.  
Pry off the back plate.  
When the cover is removed, do not disturb the sealant opposite  
the VHF antenna, because this can damage the waterproof seal  
of the dog collar device.  
2
3
4
5
Disconnect the battery connector and power connector.  
Remove the screws that secure the battery cover.  
Remove the battery cover and the battery.  
Before you replace the VHF antenna, you must remove all dirt,  
water, and debris from the device. Also, you need a small  
Phillips screwdriver.  
Remember the orientation of the battery. You must install the  
new battery the same way.  
Remove the 4 screws from the cover over the VHF  
1
À
After you remove the old battery, contact your local waste  
disposal department to properly recycle the battery.  
antenna.  
NOTE: You should note the location of the one short screw  
.
Á
Installing the New Battery  
Before you replace the battery, you must remove the old battery  
(Removing the Old Battery). You also must have a small Phillips  
screwdriver. You may need a small flat screwdriver.  
Install the new battery using the same orientation as the old  
battery.  
1
The connector should face the end nearest the power key,  
À
and the bump where the wires connect to the battery  
Á
should face toward the side with the charging clip contacts.  
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Ascent - Total: The total elevation distance ascended since the  
last reset.  
Barometer: The calibrated current pressure.  
Battery Level: The remaining battery power.  
Bearing: The direction from your current location to a  
destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.  
Cadence: The revolutions of the crank arm or strides per  
minute. Your device must be connected to a cadence  
accessory.  
Course: The direction from your starting location to a  
destination. Course can be viewed as a planned or set route.  
You must be navigating for this data to appear.  
Descent - Average: The average vertical distance of descent  
since the last reset.  
Descent - Maximum: The maximum rate of descent in feet per  
Pry off the cover.  
2
3
minute or meters per minute since the last reset.  
Remove the screw securing the VHF antenna to the back  
plate.  
Descent - Total: The total elevation distance descended since  
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the last reset.  
Pull the length of the antenna from the antenna guide to  
remove the old antenna.  
Distance to Destination: The remaining distance to the final  
4
5
destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.  
Loop the antenna guide around the collar strap, and thread  
the new VHF antenna through the guide.  
Distance to Next: The remaining distance to the next waypoint  
on the route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.  
This helps to point the antenna up.  
Elevation: The altitude of your current location above or below  
sea level.  
Replace the screw securing the VHF antenna to the back  
plate.  
6
Elevation - Maximum: The highest elevation reached since the  
last reset.  
Replace the cover over the VHF antenna.  
7
8
Elevation - Minimum: The lowest elevation reached since the  
Replace the 4 screws on the cover, replacing the short screw  
in the correct location.  
last reset.  
ETA at Destination: The estimated time of day you will reach  
the final destination (adjusted to the local time of the  
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable  
destination). You must be navigating for this data to appear.  
NOTICE  
ETA at Next: The estimated time of day you will reach the next  
waypoint on the route (adjusted to the local time of the  
waypoint). You must be navigating for this data to appear.  
When replacing the fuse, do not lose any of the small pieces  
and make sure they are put back in the proper position. The  
vehicle power cable does not work unless it is assembled  
correctly.  
Glide Ratio: The ratio of horizontal distance traveled to the  
change in vertical distance.  
If your device does not charge in your vehicle, you may need to  
replace the fuse located at the tip of the vehicle adapter.  
Glide Ratio to Dest: The glide ratio required to descend from  
your current position to the destination elevation. You must  
be navigating for this data to appear.  
Rotate the end piece 90 degrees counter clockwise to  
1
À
unlock it.  
GPS Signal Strength: The strength of the GPS satellite signal.  
Heading: The direction you are moving.  
Heart Rate: Your heart rate in beats per minute (bpm). Your  
device must be connected to a compatible heart rate  
monitor.  
Location (lat/lon): The current position in latitude and longitude  
TIP: You may need to use a coin to remove the end piece.  
regardless of the selected position format setting.  
Remove the end piece, the silver tip , and the fuse  
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2
3
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Location (selected): The current position using the selected  
position format setting.  
Insert a new fast-blow fuse that has the same current, such  
as 1 A or 2 A.  
Odometer: A running tally of distance traveled for all trips. This  
total does not clear when resetting the trip data.  
Place the silver tip in the end piece.  
4
5
Off Course: The distance to the left or right by which you have  
strayed from the original path of travel. You must be  
navigating for this data to appear.  
Push in the end piece and rotate it 90 degrees clockwise to  
lock it back into the vehicle power cable  
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Pointer: An arrow points in the direction of the next waypoint or  
Data Field Options  
turn. You must be navigating for this data to appear.  
Accuracy of GPS: The margin of error for your exact location.  
For example, your GPS location is accurate to within +/-  
12 feet (3.65 m).  
Speed: The current rate of travel.  
Speed Limit: The reported speed limit for the road. Not  
available in all maps and in all areas. Always rely on posted  
road signs for actual speed limits.  
Ambient Pressure: The uncalibrated environmental pressure.  
Ascent - Average: The average vertical distance of ascent  
since the last reset.  
Speed - Maximum: The highest speed reached since the last  
reset.  
Ascent - Maximum: The maximum rate of ascent in feet per  
minute or meters per minute since the last reset.  
Speed - Moving Avg.: The average speed while moving since  
the last reset.  
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Speed - Overall Avg.: The average speed while moving and  
stopped since the last reset.  
Sunrise: The time of sunrise based on your GPS position.  
Sunset: The time of sunset based on your GPS position.  
Time of Day: The current time of day based on your current  
location and time settings (format, time zone, daylight saving  
time).  
Time to Destination: The estimated time remaining before you  
reach the destination. You must be navigating for this data to  
appear.  
Time to Next: The estimated time remaining before you reach  
the next waypoint in the route. You must be navigating for  
this data to appear.  
To Course: The direction in which you must move to get back  
on the route. You must be navigating for this data to appear.  
Trip Odometer: A running tally of the distance traveled since  
the last reset.  
Trip Time - Moving: A running tally of the time spent moving  
since the last reset.  
Trip Time - Stopped: A running tally of the time spent not  
moving since the last reset.  
Trip Time - Total: A running tally of the total time spent moving  
and not moving since the last reset.  
Turn: The angle of difference (in degrees) between the bearing  
to your destination and your current course. L means turn  
left. R means turn right. You must be navigating for this data  
to appear.  
Velocity Made Good: The speed at which you are closing on a  
destination along a route. You must be navigating for this  
data to appear.  
Vertical Speed: The rate of ascent or descent over time.  
Vertical Speed to Dest: The rate of ascent or descent to a  
predetermined altitude. You must be navigating for this data  
to appear.  
Waypoint at Dest: The last point on the route to the  
destination. You must be navigating for this data to appear.  
Waypoint at Next: The next point on the route. You must be  
navigating for this data to appear.  
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S
Index  
track and train codesꢀ3  
trackingꢀ4, 5  
tracksꢀ3, 15  
trainingꢀ6  
training basicsꢀ5  
typeꢀ3  
satellite signalsꢀ10, 11  
acquiringꢀ2  
A
screen  
accessoriesꢀ1, 15  
alarms  
lockingꢀ2  
settingsꢀ11  
clockꢀ10  
settingsꢀ1113  
sharing dataꢀ9  
Sight 'N Goꢀ10  
software, updatingꢀ13  
specificationsꢀ13  
stopwatchꢀ10  
sunrise and sunset timesꢀ10  
marineꢀ13  
proximityꢀ10  
tonesꢀ12  
update rateꢀ14  
E
alertsꢀ6  
elevationꢀ8, 10  
plotꢀ10  
dogꢀ4  
locationꢀ5  
almanacꢀ10  
altimeterꢀ12  
calibratingꢀ10  
ANT+ sensorsꢀ15  
pairingꢀ15  
F
files, transferringꢀ14  
fuse, changingꢀ17  
T
tempeꢀ15  
temperatureꢀ15  
time settingsꢀ12  
tonesꢀ12  
TracBackꢀ9  
tracksꢀ3, 8, 9  
navigatingꢀ9  
recordingꢀ8  
settingsꢀ11, 12  
training  
G
geofencesꢀ5  
GPSꢀ10, 11  
settingsꢀ11  
area calculationꢀ10  
B
backlightꢀ11, 14  
bark detectionꢀ4  
BaseCampꢀ5, 11, 14, 15  
batteryꢀ13, 16  
chargingꢀ2, 14  
installingꢀ1  
H
hunter. See contact  
hunting and fishing timesꢀ10  
I
toneꢀ6  
iconsꢀ5  
vibrationꢀ6  
transferring  
filesꢀ14  
lifeꢀ12  
maximizingꢀ7, 11, 13, 14  
replacingꢀ16  
storageꢀ13  
K
keysꢀ1  
trainingꢀ6  
tracksꢀ15  
trip information  
resettingꢀ10  
viewingꢀ10  
trip planner. See routes  
troubleshootingꢀ1  
beaconꢀ7  
bearing pointerꢀ9  
L
line-of-sight radio communicationꢀ4  
locking, screenꢀ2  
C
calendarꢀ10  
M
calibrating  
U
main menu, customizingꢀ11  
mapsꢀ7, 8  
altimeterꢀ10  
screenꢀ11  
chargingꢀ14  
collarꢀ2  
handheldꢀ2  
cleaning the deviceꢀ13  
cleaning the touchscreenꢀ13  
collarꢀ4  
unit IDꢀ13  
units of measureꢀ12  
updates, softwareꢀ13  
USB  
data fieldsꢀ11  
measuring distancesꢀ9  
navigationꢀ9  
connectorꢀ1  
optionalꢀ15  
disconnectingꢀ15  
mass storage modeꢀ14  
transferring filesꢀ14  
user data, deletingꢀ15  
orientationꢀ9, 12  
settingsꢀ1214  
zoomꢀ12  
chargingꢀ2  
fittingꢀ4  
zoomingꢀ4  
marine, alarms setupꢀ13  
measuring distancesꢀ9  
memory cardꢀ1, 14  
messagesꢀ6  
lightꢀ7  
V
replacing batteryꢀ16  
replacing strapꢀ16  
VHF antennaꢀ1, 16  
compassꢀ5, 9  
calibratingꢀ9  
navigatingꢀ9  
settingsꢀ12  
computer, connectingꢀ15  
contactꢀ6, 14  
addingꢀ6  
VHF antennaꢀ1, 16  
VIRB remoteꢀ11  
VIRB remoteꢀ11  
microSD card. See memory card  
W
N
WAASꢀ11  
waypointsꢀ7, 10  
deletingꢀ8  
editingꢀ7, 8  
projectingꢀ8  
savingꢀ7  
navigationꢀ5, 9, 10  
altimeterꢀ10  
O
on-screen buttonsꢀ2  
IDꢀ6, 7  
settingsꢀ11  
P
Z
update rateꢀ14  
viewing on mapꢀ6  
course, pointerꢀ9  
covey, markingꢀ7  
pairing, ANT+ sensorsꢀ15  
pausing dog trackingꢀ5  
power cables, changing the fuseꢀ17  
power keyꢀ1, 2  
zooming, mapsꢀ4  
product registrationꢀ1  
proximity alarmsꢀ10  
D
data, sharingꢀ9  
data fieldsꢀ11  
deleting, all user dataꢀ15  
device  
R
radio communicationꢀ4  
radio frequenciesꢀ3  
registering the deviceꢀ1  
replacement partsꢀ15, 16  
rescue modeꢀ7  
routesꢀ8  
careꢀ13  
registrationꢀ1  
dogꢀ4  
addingꢀ2, 3  
alertsꢀ4  
collarꢀ7  
creatingꢀ8  
deletingꢀ8  
editingꢀ8  
navigatingꢀ8  
settingsꢀ12  
viewing on the mapꢀ8  
IDꢀ3  
informationꢀ3  
navigating toꢀ5  
settingsꢀ11  
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