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LEGEND

External Power

and Data

Connector

Connector 

Indexing 

(Alignment) 

Bar

The THUMB STICK:

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

•  Press

 to enter highlighted options or confirm mes

-

sages.

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

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

or move the map panning arrow.

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

rent location as a waypoint.

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Installing the Batteries

The eTrex Legend operates on two AA batteries (not 

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

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

but cannot be charged in the unit. 

Stored data will not be lost when changing the batteries. 

Battery Cover

D-Ring

Slot for Carry

Lanyard 

Attachment

 

You can transfer optional detailed map data to the eTrex Legend 

from a GARMIN MapSource® CD-ROM.  Available choices 

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

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

Topographic maps, Roads and Recreation, and WorldMap mapping 

guides.

See your Owner’s Manual for connection details.

 

Additional Map Data Available

Operating the eTrex Legend

Operating the eTrex Legend

The Main Pages,

Setting the Time Zone

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Setting the Time Zone

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

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

selection

.

To change the Time Zone:

1.  Use the 

PAGE 

button to access the 

Main Menu.

2.  Use the 

THUMB STICK

 to high-

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

3.  Use the 

THUMB STICK

 to high-

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

4.  Use the 

THUMB STICK

 to high-

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

 Backlighting/Contrast Adjustment

Adjusting Backlight/Contrast

To turn the backlight On and Off:

1.  Press the 

POWER 

button to turn the 

backlight On.

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

seconds*), the backlight will turn Off 
automatically. 

To adjust the screen contrast:

1.  Use the 

PAGE 

button to access the 

Satellite Page.

2.  Use the 

ZOOM IN

 and 

OUT 

buttons 

to adjust the contrast.

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

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The unit may take up to 5 minutes 

to establish a position the first time 

you use it outside with a clear view of 

the sky. After that, it should take only 

15 to 45 seconds. When the Legend 

has acquired enough satellite signals to 

determine your location, a “Ready To 

Navigate” message and your location 

coordinates and elevation are shown.

 

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Start Up Sequence

To turn the unit On:

1.  Press and hold the 

POWER 

button. 

2.  Press the 

PAGE 

button to 

acknowledge the copyright.

3.  Carefully read the warning 

message and press the 

PAGE

 

button to acknowledge and 
proceed to the Satellite Page.  

Satellite Page:

displaying

Satellite Position,

Signal Strength, Location, 

and Elevation

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

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

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

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

Previewing the Main Pages

     All of the information you need to operate the eTrex Legend 

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

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

next. The five pages are shown in order below.

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

Map Page - Displays your movements and nearby map features.

Navigation Page - Provides guidance to your destination.

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

Main Menu - A directory of advanced features and settings.

Satellite Page

Map Page

Navigation Page

Trip Computer

Main Menu

Points of Interest List

Map Showing Resturant 

Choice

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

in and out.

•  When on the Satellite Page, press to 

adjust the screen contrast.

Using the Button Functions

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Protective Cover

POWER 

Button

 

ZOOM

IN

 and 
OUT

 Buttons

LCD

Display

5.  Highlight a time zone and then press the 

THUMB STICK

6.  The correct time is displayed at the bottom of the page.

To install the batteries:

1.  Remove the battery cover from the 

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

2.  Insert the batteries observing proper 

polarity as shown at the right.

3.  Reinstall the battery 

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

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