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Appendix F
Power (+)
Data Out
Data In
Ground (-)
Ground (-)
Data Out
Data In
Green
White
Black
Data Cable
eTrex Vista
Connector
Interface formats are selected from the Setup ‘Interface Page’ on page 52 of this
manual. The input/output lines on your eTrex Vista unit are RS-232 compatible, allow-
ing easy interface to a wide range of external devices, including PC’s, differential beacon
receivers, marine autopilots and /or a second GPS receiver.
The NMEA 0183 version 3.0 interface format is supported by the eTrex Vista and
enables the unit to drive up to three NMEA devices.
NMEA 0183 Version 3.0 Approved Sentences:
GPGGA, GPGLL, GPGSA, GPGSV, GPRMB, GPRMC, GPRTE, GPVTG, GPWPL,
GPBOD
GARMIN Proprietary Sentences:
PGRME (estimated error), PGRMM (datum string), PGRMZ (altitude), PSLIB
(beacon receiver control)
DGPS (Differential GPS) corrections are accepted in RTCM SC-104 version 2.0
format through the ‘Data In’ line. The GARMIN GBR 21 and GBR 23 are the recom-
mended beacon receivers for use with the eTrex Vista. Other beacon receivers with the
correct RTCM format may be used, but may not correctly display status or allow tuning
control from the GPS unit.
The eTrex Vista may be hard-wired to a serial connector using the Data Cable (see
Appendix B for more information). Refer to the wiring diagram and the eTrex Vista unit
data connection illustrated below.
The PC Interface Cable provided with this unit allows you to connect your eTrex
Vista to a PC-compatible computer’s serial port.
Wiring Diagram
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