Garmin Colorado Series GPS Receiver User Manual


 
2 Colorado
Series Owner’s Manual
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Installing the Batteries
The Colorado operates on two AA batteries (not
included). You can use alkaline, NiMH, or lithium
batteries.
To install the batteries:
1. Remove the battery
cover by lifting the
latch and sliding the
cover off the back of
the Colorado.
2. Insert the batteries,
observing the
diagram molded
into the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery
cover by sliding
it back onto the
Colorado and
fastening the latch.
NOTE: Remove batteries when you do not plan
to use the Colorado for several months. Stored
data is not lost when batteries are removed.
Turning the Colorado On and Off
To turn the Colorado on:
Press and hold the Power key until the
Garmin logo appears on the Colorado.
To turn the Colorado off:
Press and hold the Power key.
The rst time you turn the Colorado on, the GPS
receiver must collect satellite data and establish its
current location.
NOTE: To receive satellite signals, you must be
outdoors and have a clear view of the sky.
When you turn the Colorado on for the rst time, the
Colorado sequences through several setup screens:
language selection, time zone, and daylight saving time
mode. For complete information on initial Colorado
setup, see the Colorado Series Quick Start Guide.
Battery cover
Latch
Battery compartment