Calibrating the electronic compass – Garmin eTrex Legend H User Manual

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2. Hold the Vista H level to

get an accurate electronic

compass reading.

To set the speed and time for

Compass Auto On and Off:

1. Press

MENU

twice >

Setup

.

2. Select

Heading

.

3. Select

Switch to compass

heading when below

.

4. Use the numeric keypad to

enter a speed.

5. Select

for more than

to set

the time delay from the time

options list.

Calibrating the

Electronic Compass

Calibrate the electronic compass

outdoors when you first use the

Vista H. To ensure continued

accuracy, calibrate after installing

new batteries, after moving

more than 100 miles (160 km),

or experiencing a temperature

change greater than

68º F (20º C) from the last

calibration. The accuracy of

the electronic compass is also

adversely affected if the unit is

not held level or you are near

objects that affect magnetic

fields, such as cars or buildings.

To calibrate the electronic

compass (Vista H only):

1. While outdoors, hold the Vista

H level and do not stand

near objects that influence

magnetic fields, such as cars,

buildings, or overhead power

lines.

2. Press

MENU

>

Calibration

.

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