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™
Geko 101
®
Personal Navigator
owner’s
manual
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© Copyright 2002-2003 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries All Rights Reserved Garmin International, Inc. st 1200 East 151 Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062 U.S.A. Tel. 913/397.8200 Fax 913/397.8282 Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey, SO51 9DL, U.K. Tel. 44/1794.519944 Fax 44/1794.519222 Garmin Corporation nd No. 68, Jangshu 2 Road, Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan Tel. 886/2.2642.8999 Fax 886/2.2642.909
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Let the Fun Begin Introduction fun (noun): 1. A source of enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure. On Your Mark. . . 2. Enjoyment; amusement: have fun at the party. 3. Playful, often noisy, activity. We don’t know about the noise, but fun and simplicity is what the Geko 101 is all about. To get the most out of your new Geko 101, take the time to read through this Owner’s Manual to understand the operating features of the unit. This manual has been designed to provide all that you need to know to
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Table of Contents Introduction..................................................... ii-vi Appendices....................................................21-22 Registration ........................................................... iii Appendix A: Specifi cations................................... 21 Warnings and Cautions .......................................... v Appendix B: Accessories....................................... 22 FCC Compliance Statement .................................. vi Inde
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WARNING: If you choose to use the Geko 101 in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibil- Introduction ity of the owner/operator of the Geko 101 to secure the GPS unit so that it will not cause damage or personal injury in the event of an accident. Do not mount the Geko 101 over airbag panels or in a place where the driver or passengers are likely to have an impact with Warnings and Cautions it in an accident or collision. WARNING: If you choose to use the Geko 101 in a vehicle, it is the sole r
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The Geko 101 complies with Part 15 of the FCC interference limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME Introduction OR OFFICE USE. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation, and are more stringent than “outdoor” requirements. Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- FCC Compliance ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in
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Installing the Batteries Introduction The Geko 101 operates on two AAA batteries (not included), which are installed at the back of the unit. To install the batteries, remove the battery cover by inserting a coin in the bottom slot. Twist the coin to lift the cover up and pull away. Insert the batteries, observing Installing Batteries proper polarity. Attach the battery cover by inserting the square end into the back slot at an angle, laying it fl at, and then pushing it forward until the cl
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The UP/DOWN buttons: • Highlight options on pages and menus Introduction • Adjust display contrast on Satellite Page • Zoom out (UP) and in (DOWN) on Map Page Geko 101 Buttons • Cycle through data fi elds on Navigation Page The OK button: • Confi rms data entry or menu selections • Press and hold to activate Mark Waypoint Page The POWER button: • Press and hold to turn unit on and off • Press and release to turn display backlight on and off The PAGE button: • Switches between pages UP b
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Main Pages Main Pages All of the information needed to operate the Geko 101 is found on four main ‘pages’ (or display screens). These pages are the Satellite, Map, Navigation, and Menu. Main and Satellite Page Basics Simply press the PAGE button to switch between pages. The “READY TO NAVIGATE” message must appear before you can begin using your Geko 101 to navigate. Satellite Map Navigation Menu Status Message Satellite Page Basics Satellite Page The Satellite Page shows the Geko 101 gat
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Map Page Basics Map Page Heading Indicator Waypoint Page Basics Waypoint Name Symbol ‘You’; Your On the Map Page, the UP Path to Location and DOWN buttons are used Destination ‘Trail’ (track to adjust the map scale from log) 80 feet to 800 miles. Map Scale The Map Page The Map Page shows where you are (the animated fi gure) and provides a picture of where you are going. As you travel (the animated fi gure ‘walks’) and leaves a ‘trail’ (track log). Waypoint names and symbols are also shown
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Map Page Options Map Page The Map Page Options allow you to use the Map Page for customizing the Map Page. The following options are available: Options • Map Setup: Allows you to adjust the map settings including: Orient Map (Ahead or Northward): When ‘AHEAD’ is selected, the top of the map is oriented in the direction you are currently moving. When ‘NORTHWARD’ is selected, the map is always oriented to the North. Selecting ‘PAN TRACK Auto Zoom (On or Off): When ‘AUTO ZOOM’ is turned on, th
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Using the Track Log Map Page The Geko 101 draws an electronic breadcrumb trail or ‘track log’ on the Map Page as you travel. The track log starts recording as soon as the Geko 101 gets a location fi x. Track Logs To make use of the track log, select the ‘PAN TRACK LOG’ option to show a pointer which moves along the track log when you press the UP or DOWN button. Press the OK button to see the four choices ‘TRACBACK’, ‘GOTO’, ‘MARK’ and ‘ZOOM’. ‘TracBack’ will guide you to where you started by
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Waypoint (Destination) Name Navigation Page Navigation Page Straight Line Distance to the Moving Direction Destination Line Page Basics Compass Ring Destination Symbol On the Navigation Page, the UP and DOWN buttons are Direction Arrow used to cycle through different (follow this) trip data. Data fi eld The Navigation Page helps guide you to a destination. When you’re moving with no par- ticular destination in mind, the Navigation Page shows you your moving direction and speed. When you’r
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Data Field Options Navigation Page By pressing the UP or DOWN button, you can cycle through the Data fi elds at the bottom of the Navigation Page: Options Average Speed—the average speed traveled since last trip reset. Elevation—the measurement of height above mean sea level. Heading—the direction you are traveling. Location—shows your current latitude and longitude. Max Speed—the maximum speed traveled since last reset. Speed—like the speedometer in your car, ‘SPEED’ tells you how fast you are
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Menu Page Basics Menu Page Page Basics The Menu Page gives you access to the Geko 101’s essential features. With the Menu Page you can create (Mark) and select waypoints, change the time settings, adjust units of measure, and access the system setup features. MARK Page The MARK Page allows you to defi ne a location as a waypoint and then change the way- point symbol, name, elevation and location (latitude and longitude). Entering a known location, then saving it as a Waypoint, works well for
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(Continued from previous page) Menu Page (UP button to move right to left, DOWN button to move left to right). When you reach the position place you want to change, stop and press the OK button. Using the UP or DOWN button, scroll through the choices and highlight the one you Mark Waypoint want. Press the OK button and the position place is now changed. Repeat until all Page changes are made. 4. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight the ‘OK’ fi eld and press the OK button to re
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WAYPOINTS Page Menu Page The Waypoints Page organizes all of your waypoints in alphabetical order for easy selec- tion by name or by proximity, or, if you choose, allows you to delete all waypoints. Waypoints Page To select a waypoint: 1. From the MENU Page press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘WAYPOINTS’, then press the OK button. 2. Select ‘LIST ALL’ to see an alphabetical listing of all Waypoints. Remember that pressing 3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight the alphabetical ta
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Review Waypoint Page Menu Page The Review Waypoint Page allows you to change the waypoint symbol, name, elevation and location (just as on the Mark Waypoint Page). You can also delete the waypoint, display the waypoint on the Map Page, start a GOTO and Project the waypoint. Review Waypoint Page To delete a waypoint: 1. On the REVIEW WAYPOINT Page, press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘DELETE’. 2. Press the OK button. A confi rmation message box displays asking if you really want to
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Using the Project waypoint feature, the Geko 101 can create a waypoint at a specifi ed distance and bearing using an existing waypoint as a reference. You can also change the Menu Page waypoint name, symbol and elevation on this page. Projecting a waypoint: Review Waypoint Page 1. Select a waypoint from the list on the WAYPOINTS Page and press the OK button to display the REVIEW WAYPOINT Page. 2. Use the UP or DOWN button to highlight the ‘PROJECT’ fi eld and press the OK button to display th
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TIME Page Menu Page The Time Page allows you to select a 12 hour or 24 hour time format, enter the proper time zone, and choose Daylight Savings Time. When you select 12 hour time formatting, the clock will read like a standard clock with 12 hour AM and 12 hour PM cycles. The 24 Time Page hour option sets the Geko 101 to display a 24 hour cycle (Military Time). To change the time format: 1. From the MENU Page press the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘TIME’ and press OK to display the TIME
