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Installing the Batteries
The eTrex Venture operates on two “AA” batteries
(not included), which are placed into the back of the unit.
Rechargeable Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries
may be used.
Battery Cover
D-ring
Battery Compartment
Important Note:
When replacing batteries, use
only new or fully recharged
batteries and do not mix
Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or
Lithium batteries.
Rechargeable batteries typi-
cally display less capacity than
Alkaline batteries.
Follow the battery manufactur-
er’s instructions for proper care
and disposal of used batteries.
When using ‘Battery Saver’ or
‘Use With GPS Off’ mode when
not navigating, Alkaline batter-
ies can last up to 18 hours.
Battery
Installation and
Backlight/Contrast
Getting Started
To install batteries:
1. Remove the battery cover on
the back of the unit. Turn the
D-ring 1/4 turn counter-clock-
wise & pull away.
2. Insert batteries
observing the
polarity.
3. Reinstall the
battery cover
by turning the
D-ring 1/4 turn
clockwise.
Stored data is not lost when
the batteries are removed.
Display Backlighting and Contrast Set Up
If lighting conditions make it hard for you to see the
display screen, you can adjust the contrast or turn on the
backlight.
To turn on the backlighting:
1. Press the POWER button to turn on the backlight
from any page on the unit. The backlight remains
on until the set timeout period is completed or the
POWER button is pressed again.
The unit is factory set to timeout 15 seconds after
the last button press. (To reset the backlight time-
out, refer to page 43.)
To adjust the screen contrast:
1. When on the Satellite Page, use the ZOOM IN or
OUT buttons to adjust the contrast.
Press & Release POWER
Button quickly to turn
Backlighting On/Off
Use ZOOM IN & OUT
Buttons while on the Satellite
Page to Adjust Contrast
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