1
Select .
2
Use the arrow keys to adjust the backlight and contrast.
Adjusting the Backlight Timeout
You can decrease the backlight timeout to maximize the battery
life.
1
Select
Setup
>
Display
>
Backlight Timeout
.
2
Select an option.
Data Management
NOTE:
The device is not compatible with Windows 95, 98, Me,
Windows NT
®
, and Mac OS 10.3 and earlier.
File Types
The device supports these file types.
• Files from HomePort. Go to
• GPX track files.
Connecting the Device to Your Computer
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather
cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to
a computer.
Before you can operate your device while connected to your
computer, you must install batteries. The computer USB port
may not provide enough power to operate the device.
1
Pull up the weather cap from the mini-USB port.
2
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the mini-USB port.
3
Plug the large end of the USB cable into a computer USB
port.
On Windows computers, the device appears as a removable
drive or a portable device, and the memory card may appear
as a second removable drive. On Mac computers, the device
and memory card appear as mounted volumes.
Transferring Files to Your Device
1
Connect the device to your computer.
On Windows computers, the device appears as a removable
drive or a portable device, and the memory card may appear
as a second removable drive. On Mac computers, the device
and memory card appear as mounted volumes.
NOTE:
Some computers with multiple network drives may not
display device drives properly. See your operating system
documentation to learn how to map the drive.
2
On your computer, open the file browser.
3
Select a file.
4
Select
Edit
>
Copy
.
5
Open the portable device, drive, or volume for the device or
memory card.
6
Browse to a folder.
7
Select
Edit
>
Paste
.
The file appears in the list of files in the device memory or on
the memory card.
Deleting Files
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.
1
Open the
Garmin
drive or volume.
2
If necessary, open a folder or volume.
3
Select a file.
4
Press the
Delete
key on your keyboard.
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.
1
Complete an action:
• 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.
2
Disconnect the cable from your computer.
Attaching the Wrist Strap
1
Insert the loop of the wrist strap through the slot in the
device.
2
Thread the other end of the strap through the loop, and pull it
tight.
Device Care
NOTICE
Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can
damage plastic components and finishes.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent
damage.
The device is water resistant to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can
withstand accidental immersion in 1 meter of water for 30
minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the
device. After submersion, be certain to wipe dry and air dry the
device before using or charging.
Cleaning the Device
NOTICE
Even small amounts of sweat or moisture can cause corrosion
of the electrical contacts when connected to a charger.
Corrosion can prevent charging and data transfer.
1
Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild
detergent solution.
2
Wipe it dry.
After cleaning, allow the device to dry completely.
Troubleshooting
Resetting the Device
If the device stops responding, you may need to reset it. This
does not erase any of your data or settings.
1
Remove the batteries.
2
Reinstall the batteries.
Restoring All Default Settings
You can reset all settings back to the factory default settings.
Select
Setup
>
Reset
>
Reset All Settings
>
Yes
.
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