Magellan eXplorist 210, Reference Manual

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When using the eXplorist in conjunction with a map or chart, you should make sure that the map datum in the
eXplorist matches the map datum that the map or chart uses. This can usually be found in the legend block
on the map or chart. The default map datum for the eXplorist is WGS84 and should be used when in doubt.
1. Press MENU .
2. Use the Arrow joystick to highlight
Preferences
.
3. Press ENTER .
4. Use the Arrow joystick to highlight
Map Units
.
5. Press ENTER .
6. Use the Arrow joystick to highlight the data field for Map Datum .
7. Press ENTER .
8. Use the Arrow joystick to highlight the desired map datum.
9. Press ENTER .
The Map Units screen is displayed with the new Map Datum shown. You can change other settings or press
ESC to return to the Preferences menu.
When you are out in the field or on the water, extending the life of the batteries in your eXplorist should be
something that you are mindful of. Two areas that you can control to extend the battery life are turning the
eXplorist off when not in use and setting how long the display backlight will be on.
The eXplorist has a power off timer that will turn the eXplorist off after a defined time period if no buttons have
been pressed or if you are not moving. This will prevent the batteries from running out if you accidently leave
the eXplorist on.
1. Press MENU .
2. Use the Arrow joystick to highlight
Preferences
.
3. Press ENTER .
4. Use the Arrow joystick to highlight
Pwr Management
.
5. Press ENTER .
6. Use the Arrow joystick to highlight the data field for Power Off Timer .
7. Press ENTER .
8. Use the Arrow joystick to highlight the desired time interval or set to
Off
.
9. Press ENTER .
Note
:
When using a GOTO route you should note that if the eXplorist turns off the GOTO route is erased. If
you have a GOTO route activated and you think that the power timer may elapse and turn the eXplorist off, you
might want to set the Power Off Timer to Off. This does not apply to multi-leg routes and BackTrack routes.
Selecting the Map Datum
Using the Power Management Tool
Setting the Power Off Timer