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eTrex Legend C
Appendix
Connecting the eTrex Legend C
to a Computer
Universal Serial
Bus (USB) Port
Lift Cover
Interfacing the eTrex Legend C
The eTrex Legend C is provided with interface connection to a PC
using the USB connector cable provided with the unit. Connection
to your computer is necessary for downloading of detailed map from
Garmin MapSource Map Data CDs. You can also save routes, waypoints,
and tracks from the eTrex Legend C to MapSource. Refer to the
MapSource User’s Guide provided with your MapSource CDs.
Before you begin communication between your PC and the eTrex
Legend C you must install the USB drivers contained in the MapSource
Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM. Follow the installation instruc-
tions provided with the CD-ROM and install the USB drivers.
T
o connect to your computer using the USB connector:
1.
Install the MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD-ROM
provided with your
eTrex Legend C
on your PC. USB drivers,
required for USB interfacing to the eTrex Legend C are installed
when you run the CD-ROM. Do not connect the USB cable until
these drivers have been installed (see note on page 3).
2. Lift the USB protective cover from the back of the eTrex Legend
C and insert the smaller connector on the USB cable into the
matching port.
3. Connect the remaining cable end to your PC USB port.
When connected to a PC, the USB cable provides auxiliary
power to the eTrex Legend C to conserve batteries.
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