12
Verify the gasket is not damaged and is completely seated in
the groove.
13
Connect the battery connector and the power connector to
the device.
When properly installed, the connector plugs snap into the
ports.
14
Replace the back plate, and replace and tighten the screws
to secure the back plate.
15
Replace the L-shaped cover, and replace and tighten the
screws to secure the L-shaped plate.
16
Verify the gasket is not sticking out of the device.
Replacing the Collar Strap
Before you replace the collar strap, you must remove all dirt,
water, and debris from the device (
1
Pull the collar strap out of the GPS antenna, VHF antenna
guide, and the dog device.
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.
2
Thread the new collar strap through the dog device, VHF
antenna guide, and GPS antenna.
3
If necessary, tighten the screws that secure the GPS antenna
case.
VHF Radio Information
This product may be used only on specific radio frequencies,
which vary depending on the country of use. The handheld
device and the dog device allow the user to install a different
antenna. Changing the antenna can result in improved radio
performance and higher radiated power. You must not use the
device with a third party antenna or an antenna not approved by
Garmin. Go to
for details about
the performance and radio frequency of this product, lawful
accessories, and power limits for countries.
Replacing the VHF Antenna in the Handheld Device
1
Locate the VHF antenna (
).
2
Rotate the VHF antenna counter-clockwise until it comes free
from the device.
3
Insert the replacement VHF antenna into the antenna port
and rotate the antenna clockwise by hand until it stops.
Replacing the VHF Antenna in the Dog Collar Device
NOTICE
Do not excessively bend the band that connects the main device
case with the GPS antenna.
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.
Before you replace the VHF antenna, you must remove all dirt,
water, and debris from the device. Also, you need a small
Phillips screwdriver.
1
Remove the 4 screws
À
from the cover over the VHF
antenna.
NOTE:
You should note the location of the one short screw
Á
.
2
Pry off the cover.
3
Remove the screw
Â
securing the VHF antenna to the back
plate.
4
Pull the length of the antenna from the antenna guide to
remove the old antenna.
5
Loop the antenna guide around the collar strap, and thread
the new VHF antenna through the guide.
This helps to point the antenna up.
6
Replace the screw securing the VHF antenna to the back
plate.
7
Replace the cover over the VHF antenna.
8
Replace the 4 screws on the cover, replacing the short screw
in the correct location.
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable
NOTICE
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.
If your device does not charge in your vehicle, you may need to
replace the fuse located at the tip of the vehicle adapter.
1
Rotate the end piece
À
counter clockwise to unlock it.
TIP:
You may need to use a coin to remove the end piece.
2
Remove the end piece, the silver tip
Á
, and the fuse
Â
.
3
Insert a new fast-blow fuse that has the same current, such
as 1 A or 2 A.
4
Place the silver tip in the end piece.
5
Push in the end piece and rotate it clockwise to lock it back
into the vehicle power cable
Ã
.
Data Fields
Accuracy of GPS
: The margin of error for your exact location.
For example, your GPS location is accurate to /- 12 ft.
(3.65 m).
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