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my garmin wont keep up
Correct. Like all satnavs it needs a fairly clear and unimpeded view of the sky in order to connect with the satellites. The signals from...
gtrapp- Jul 26, 2011
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- 1 Solution
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My etrex worked properly up
Ensure that you have fresh batteries and a clear view of the sky. Turn the Legend on, Click the top right hand button until you see the...
jocelyn_marc- Jan 20, 2011
- 238 Views
- 1 Solution
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I have a Garmin etrex
You need to make sure your GPS unit and Google maps are using the same map datum. In your user manual:...
parsons1149- Dec 19, 2010
- 214 Views
- 1 Solution
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I have a Garmin etrex legend, and when I enter the
Go to Main Menu > Setup > Units > Position Format > change to hddd.ddddd format. This is the decimal format which is widely...
rcmls- Sep 19, 2010
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- 1 Solution
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Can't view downloaded sections from Garmin...
In Map Setup page, scroll over to blue 'ball' icon (second from right), press lower left button on side of GPS unit, use Thumb...
jlburtonus- Feb 4, 2010
- 55 Views
- 1 Solution
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lines accross the screen
had the same problem, and was told it is a bad connection to the screen. To test, squeeze the sides together.
- nguerrero
- Dec 21, 2009
- 790 Views
- 2 Solutions
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Consistent error entering garmin etrex coordinate...
Consistent errors are usually projection or datum related. If you are taking coordinates collected in one projection and displaying them in...
Roberto Plomp- Apr 9, 2010
- 198 Views
- 1 Solution
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screen goes blank when unit is used too long or...
I had the same problem - has been acting up since new but is off warranty. I took it apart and found the oscillator crystal was hotglued...
lgsloop- Feb 26, 2010
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- 1 Solution
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Unable to locate satellites? Not willing to
Hello there: You can try to press it untill it connects but if it cant find a signal you may have to move to a different location for...
philminch3- Jan 16, 2010
- 530 Views
- 1 Solution
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Can't seem to delete my wayward marks.
Delete your waypoints? Find page > Waypoints Scroll down to the waypoint you want to delete Press ENTER and the waypoint details will...
slgraham102- Nov 29, 2009
- 50 Views
- 1 Solution
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Garmin eTrex Legend using serial connection to PC.
Re-installed the USB-to-serial driver, the DNRGarmin software, and the Garmin Communicator to resolve the problem.
jacksonmacd- Jan 2, 2010
- 860 Views
- 1 Solution
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how to get a replacement lcd cover/glass
Hi, I have a Etrex Legend (same size as yours) that no longer works - It has a good lcd cover. email me at rsrogers at screaming dot net for...
reg_walto836- Oct 15, 2009
- 244 Views
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Garmin eTrex Legend
Do the following: 1 - Make sure you have fresh batteries in the unit and turn the unit on. 2 - Check the GPS date and Time. On the Main Menu...
- Kurt Borg
- Mar 28, 2007
- 2702 Views
- 4 Solutions
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I have the garmin extrex legend and need to
you can buy a USB to serial adaptor at almost any computer store. it will install and show up as a com port, you can then update that way. i...
- michaelmc711
- Nov 25, 2009
- 140 Views
- 1 Solution
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when i turn it on GPS for the first time this year
place the unit outside and let it sync up to the satellites. It should automatically get the time and date.
dickwilso458- Nov 1, 2009
- 50 Views
- 1 Solution
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Unsolved Problems
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Loose bottom cover on Garmin eTrex Vista
How do I glue it back into place?
bob_fishe44- May 5, 2012
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When I push in on power up button it comes on...
It will not power up. Only momentarily.
- kyletango
- Apr 14, 2012
- 18 Views
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download Garmin eTrex Legend GPS Receiver software...
software for reinstalling setelites
Olaph Kumburu- Apr 13, 2012
- 22 Views
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geocache locations
When I write a location from geocaching website, the location does not appear on my GPS
pmackenzie10- Feb 20, 2012
- 7 Views
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joystick won't work
worked great for many years, and then last weekend, the joystick will only work in one direction. boo! Help!
- carokirch
- Feb 14, 2012
- 9 Views
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garmin locks up
Frequently, my unit freezes up and I have to cycle through screens to have it strt tracing again.
- hooksette283
- Dec 18, 2011
- 17 Views
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Specifications
TopKey Features
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Full Product Name:Garmin eTrex Legend GPS Receiver
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Form Factor:Handheld
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Designation:Outdoor
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Map capabilities:Internal, Download maps
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User interface:Thumb Stick
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Receiver type:Parallel-Channel (12)
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Enhanced accuracy:WAAS enabled
Display
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Display Type:LCD Display
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Display Size:1.1 in. x 2.1 in.
Technical Features
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Special Features:Waypoint Icons
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Trip calculator:Maximum speed, Current speed, Trip Timers, Time of sunrise/sunset, Track Log
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Included Software/Maps:Marine Cartography, City Navigation Maps, North America Maps, Europe Maps, Australia Maps, South Africa Maps, South America Maps, Middle East Maps, Asia Maps
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Grids:Lat/Lon, MGRS, UTM, Loran TD position format, Maidenhead
Other Features
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Built in Memory:8 MB
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PC Interface:Serial RS-232, NMEA-0183
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Antenna:Built-in
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Enviromental protection:IPX7 Waterproof Standard
GPS System
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Update rate:1 per second, continuous
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Waypoints:1000
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Accuisition time - cold:45 sec
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Accuisition time - warm:15 sec
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Differential standards:DGPS Ready
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Max. Horizontal accuracy:< 49 feet
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Enhanced position accurancy:< 10 feet
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Number of routes:20
Battery
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Battery Life:Up to 18 Hours
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Battery Type and Quantity:2 x AA Batteries
Warranty
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Warranty:1 Year
Dimensions
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Depth:1.2 in.
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Height:4.4 in.
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Width:2 in.
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Weight:33 lb.
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